HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-11-10 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion
October 19, 1987
Informal Council Discussion: October 19, 1987, at 6:30 p.m, in the Coun-
cil Chambers in a ivic enter. Mayor Bill Ambrisco presiding.
Council Present: Zuber, Ambrisco, McDonald, Dickson, Courtney (6:35
P.m. , a er :15 p.m.). Absent: Strait.
Staff Present: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Timmins, Franklin, Boothroy,
Tit_0_sF,_K_1m5Te, Schmadeke.
Tape-recorded: Reel 87-C48, Side 1, 1 -End, Side 2, 1 -End; 87-C49, Side 1,
1 -End, Side 2, 1-121.
CONSENT CALENDAR ADDITIONS: Reel 87-C48, Side 1
The City Council agreed to add a Class C Liquor License for Kirkwood 76 to
the Consent Calendar.
PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS: Reel 87-C48, Side 1
A. Setting public hearing for November 10 1987 on an amendment to the
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C. Public hearin on an ordinance to amend the Zonin Ordinance to ermit
ac or a ar mens n rest en is zones. Boo roy sta a accessory
dwelling units would be limited to elderly and handicapped persons and
would be permitted in most residential zones. In response to
Ambrisco, Boothroy stated fears relating to over -flooding the housing
market were not raised by Planning and Zoning Commission members.
D. Public hearin2 on an ordinance vacatin a walkwa between Lots 1 and 2
o am ria our u ivision. See 4%,a ion item F.
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F. Resolution of intent to dispose
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to the south side of the subdivision and the ordinance is necessary to
vacate, then dispose of, the original dedicated walkway. Franklin
stated three actions are needed: a public hearing on an ordinance to
vacate the walkway between Lots 1 and 2 of Cambria Court Subdivision,
first consideration of the ordinance to vacate the walkway, and a
resolution of intent to dispose of the walkway and set public hearing
for disposition of the walkway for November 10, 1987.
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G. Ordinance to rezone a property at
- •. - _ 1 -Z M icvur or cnis rezoning, the
appropriate response is an affirmative vote of the ordinance. If the
Council is opposed to the rezoning, the appropriate response is a
negative vote on the ordinance and an affirmative vote on the resolu-
tion of denial. Franklin explained the resolution of denial sets
forth the reasons for denial and this procedure will be used for
future rezoning denials. In response to McDonald, Franklin said use
of the property as an attorney's office was an illegal use and zoning
would allow a duplex if parking requirements could be met. Franklin
said any use would have to meet parking requirements.
H. mResolution to deny'the proposed rezoning of 528 Iowa Avenue from
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20 ) S__ =uvve item.
I. _Resolution approving the preliminary and final plats of Boyrum Subdi-
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Boyrum Subdivision Part 3 and asked Council for concurrence withleach
issue raised in the memo. Council agreed to the access to Boyrum
Street restrictions as outlined; to incorporate into the legal papers
and plat the agreement between the developer and neighborhood property
owners regarding allocation of funds for plantings; and to escrow
funds from the developer equal to the cost of installation of the
sidewalk. Council also agreed there should be a buried drainage pipe
from Boyrum Street west to the culvert under Highway 6 and provisions
for a right -turning lane and a combined thru-traffic/left- turning
lane.
FIRST AVENUE/ROCHESTER SUBDIVISION: Reel 87-C48, Side 1
Ambrisco stated the policy requiring secondary access in subdivisions
where more than 29 units exist needs to be addressed by Council. Ambrisco
noted that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Iowa City a number of years
ago, requiring a developer to provide secondary access to a subdivision.
Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants representative, explained that sometimes
area for a secondary access is not available from the size of the subdivi-
sion. Franklin spoke in favor of the requirement for secondary access
because of safety concerns. Franklin said secondary access needs to be
resolved with development of First Avenue and Rochester Subdivision Part 3
and it is a safety issue. Franklin suggested that the City could partici-
pate in providing secondary access through the use of condemnation powers
with the developer paying the cost for land acquisition and building the
street. Ambrisco stated something should be worked out to allow for
property within Iowa City to be developed. McDonald said flexibility
should be maintained in the policy. In response to McDonald, Franklin
said no plats have been submitted for First Avenue/ Rochester Subdivision
Part 3 and the Planning and Zoning Commission has only held informal
discussions relating to that subdivision. In response to Zuber, Franklin
said the Dean Oakes Subdivision and Prairie View Estates Subdivision do
not have secondary access. Franklin noted that condemnation has to be for
a public purpose and the public purpose would be to complete a segment of
street network. In response to Courtney, Franklin said the Planning and
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Zoning Commission has reviewed the First Avenue and Scott Boulevard align-
ments as shown in the Comprehensive Plan, the Planning and Zoning Commis-
sion has not discussed interior alignments for First Avenue and Rochester
Subdivision Part 3 and the alignment for Scott Boulevard never directly
connected to I-80. Ambrisco stated the concept of using the City's con-
demnation powers in conjunction with developers should be pursued.
McDonald said safety issues cannot be ignored.
SPECIAL VEHICLE ORDINANCE: Reel 87-C49, Side 1
Ambrisco stated the Special Vehicle Committee completed a proposal for
Council consideration and that proposal represents a consensus of Commit-
tee members except for the provision which would prohibit the storage of
special vehicles within a vision triangle of the intersection of a drive-
way with a sidewalk. Boothroy stated the ordinance does represent a
compromise in an effort to meet the needs of the City and special vehicle
owners. Courtney said the vision triangle issue is a safety concern.
Council agreed to forward the proposed draft to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for their review and recommendation. A citizen representing
special vehicle owners stated he has never heard of an accident caused by
special vehicles backing out of a driveway.
UNIVERSITY SEWER RATE POLICY: Reel 87-C49, Side 1
Atkins stated the City received correspondence from the University of Iowa
proposing the City and the University enter into negotiations for a new
contract with respect to sewer service. Atkins cautioned the Council that
any proposal to reduce University rates for sewer charges would create
increased costs for every other sewer user. Atkins noted he has reviewed
the Ames agreement and cannot recommend using a similar agreement. Atkins
asked Council Councfguidance
where hrates should ea
ilmembersagreedtheissueofratesshouldnotbe abargainablesitem
during negotiations with the University for a new sewer service contract.
BUDGET POLICY DISCUSSION: Reel 87-C49, Side 1
Atkins stated Council received his October 13th memo regarding preparation
of budget - FY89 and October 16th memo regarding budget policy, Atkins
explained he will cost out and balance the budget for the current program
of services and make available a list of budget issues and service reduc-
tions. Ambrisco said the budget preparation process should involve new
incoming Councilmenbers. McDonald stated all City departments and all
aspects of the budget should be reviewed. Zuber said the Council is
opposed across-
the-board sdbudget
boardbudgetcuts wouldbeamcuts. Atkins replied
istakeand staffff isgd
ingto balancethe.o• budget for the next two years.
Atkins asked Council for their concurrence on budget issues outlined in
his October 16, 1987, budget policy statement. In review of the budget
policy statement, Council made the following decisions:
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I. The City Council agreed to direct various boards and commissions to
adhere to a policy of not requesting any service expansions in the
upcoming budget. .
2. The City Council recommended the economic development loan pool be
restructured on a smaller scale. Zuber encouraged Council and staff
to review the City's $40,000 commitment to the Iowa City Area Develop-
ment Group.
3. The City Council agreed to fill the Housing Inspector position but not
fund the position with COBG program monies. Courtney stated inspec-
tion fees should not be increased. (See later discussion #11.)
4. The City Council agreed to Atkins' recommendation to reduce appropria-
tions for expansion of use of microcomputers.
5. Atkins said Council needs to give serious consideration to the level
of support to the Airport for compliance purposes. Atkins said he
will prepare revised cost estimates for the Master Plan. Atkins recom-
mended Council debate the issue of what is the long-term cost of
maintaining compliance and the issue of the Master Plan. In response
to Ambrisco, Atkins stated he felt the Airport could not achieve
financial independence and by establishing a commuter airline, the
Airport would no longer be designated as a general aviation airport.
In response to McDonald, Vitosh said the Airport's income from
farmland, flowage fees and hangar rental fees has not been sufficient
to meet their funding needs.
6. Council agreed that in the upcoming fiscal year that interest income
from the road use tax be directed to the City's general operating
budget.
7. Council agreed with the City Manager's recommendation to increase from
$400 to $750 the downtown vending license permit and that the Downtown
Association be approached to provide a $1,000 annual commitment to a
program of clean-up and maintenance.
B. Council agreed with the recommendation to consider an ordinance which
would permit the City to collect for the costs that are incurred when
an individual causes a hazardous material incident.
9. Council agreed to the City Manager's recommendation to alter the
hotel/motel tax revenues as outlined in the budget policy. Atkins
noted that this policy proposal would eliminate further payments into
the capital accounts for recreation facilities and parkland acquisi-
tion. Courtney requested further discussion regarding the Convention
Bureau of Iowa City Chamber of Commerce's budget.
10. Council agreed with the budget reductions as outlined in the budget
policy.
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11. Council discussed the Animal Control Officer position. Council agreed
to keep all vacant positions vacant until after the Council's goal -
setting session. The goal -setting session will be scheduled soon
after the Council election.
COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA:
Reel 87-C48, Side 2
1. Courtney noted correspondence was received from Larry Eckholt resign-
ing from the Design Review Committee.
2. (Agenda Item No. 13 - Veenstra & Kim Agreement.) In response to
Courtney, Schmadeke stated work on the contract has been completed and
payment is for the indirect costs adjusted after a 1986 audit.
3. (Agenda Item No. 10 - University Heights Bus Agreement.) Courtney
requested information regarding bus ridership figures relating to
University Heights.
4. Courtney stated important Council discussions such as the budget
discussions should be televised.
5. In response to Baker, Council agreed to schedule informal Council
meetings at 7:30 p.m. on Mondays.
6. Helling noted the next Southeast Iowa Municipal League meeting is
scheduled October 28, 1987, and will be hosted by the City of Coral-
ville.
7. Helling provided update for the sewage facility program. Helling said
additional expenses need to be incurred for value engineering - to
hire a consultant to review work done by the City's design consultant.
Value engineering and additional reviews (archeological reviews,
environmental reviews, etc.) will cost an estimated $400,000 and is
needed to remain eligible for $6.5 million Federal funding. Helling
reported the City will also need to spend approximately $1.25 million
in construction to gain Federal funding.
8. Timmins distributed his October 19th memo regarding updates from the
Legal Department.
APPOINTMENTS: Reel 87-C48, Side 2
Board of Adjustment - John Pelton
Human Rights Commission:
1. Harold Weilbrenner
2. Ray Haines
3. Chia-Hsing Lu
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Parks and Recreation Commission:
I. Darrel Henry
2. William Steinbrech
Board of Electrical Examiners and Appeals:
1. William Reddick, Jr.
Resources Conservation Commission:
I. James Throgmorton (term effective immediately)
2. Readvertised
I Readvertised
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
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OFFICIAL COLNCIL ACTIONS - 10/20/87
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Mae City Council, re), mtg., 107:30
p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Arbrisco presiding.
Councilmenbers present: Arbrisco, Baker, Courtney,
Dickson, McDonald, Zuber. Absent: Strait.
The Mayor proclaimed Noverber 2-8, 1987, as
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY WEEK; October 24, 1987, as
INITED NATIONS DAY; October 18-24, 1987, as BUSINESS
AND PROFESSIONAL WM'S WEEK.
Moved and seconded that the following iters and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received,
or approved, arid/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the
spec, mtg, of 9/29/87, the reg, mtg, of
10/6/87, and the spec, mtg. of 10/12/87, as
published, subject to correction, as recamianded
by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Cormissions: Airport
Cann. - 9/17/87; P&Z Carm. - 10/1/87; Mayor's
Youth Brploymert Bd. - 9/16/87; P&R Cmm, -
9/9/87; Resources Conservation Cam. - 9/14/87;
Sr. Center Corm. -8/17/87; Broadband Telecom.
Cmm. - 9/22/87; Od. of Adjustment -9/9/87;
Historic Preservation Comn. - 9/23/87.
Permit bbtions: Class C Beer Permit for
Deli Mort, 525 Hey. 1 West. Class B Beer Permit
for Pizza Hut, 1921 Keokuk Street. Class C
Liquor License for La Casa Ltd., 1200 S. Gilbert
Ct. Class C Liquor License for The Ground
Imuod, 830 S. Riverside Drive. Class C Beer
Permit for Kirkwood 76, 300 Kirkwood Avenue.
Mations: Approving disbursements in the
arount of $2,680,208.98 for the period of 9/2
thru 9/30/87, as recamwxW by the Finance
Director, subject to audit.
Resolutions: RES, 87-268, AIMMIZING THE
FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH TIE IOWA DEPART-
MENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR RISE PROM FLNDS.
Setting Public Hearing: To set a public
hearing for 11/10/87, to hear camnants from the
public regardirg the reccumendations by the Can-
mittee on Comunity Needs (CCN) on the use of
1988 Crmnanity Development Block Grant funds.
Correspondence: Gary Lundquist suggesting
ways in which to help with the City's budgeting
task. Petition from residents of Foster Road
regarding extension of the sanitary sever north
of Taft Speedway. Memo from the Civil Service
Conn. sutmitting certified lists of applicants
for the following positions: Cashier -
Finannce/Parking; Maintenance Worker I -Transit.
Mayo from the Traffic Engr. re: Parking prohi-
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bition on Lowell Street; Parking on Magoen
Avenue between Bayard Street and River Street;
Parking prohibition on the south side of the X70
block of East Prentiss Street; Removal of two-
hour parking limit on south side Of the 20 black
of West Prentiss Street; Renoval of a loading
zone on the north side of the 200 block of East
Market Street; Parking On Woolf Avenue north of
River Street.
Applications for the Use of Streets ad
Public Grounds; David Dunlap for permission to
use sidewalks in the downtown arca for a parade
in connection with the opening of an art show at
mocha City/Johnsen County Arts Center on 10/9/87,
approved. Eric Peterson for the use of city
streets for the Regina High School Homecoming
Parade on 10/8/87, approved.
Appons for
L�e Permits:
Maris Sniderafor the use of City Plaza by John-
son County Citizens' Committee for the Handi-
capped on 10/5/87, approved, Dorie Levin of
Signa Delta Tau for permission to set up a table
from which to solicit donations for CQmlittee
for the National Prevention of Child Abuse on
10/12-16/87, approved, Karan Kubby for permis-
sion to set up a table to publicize her candi-
dacy for City Council On 10/8/87, approved.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to set a Public hearing for
11/10/87, on an arejohent to the Zoning Ordinance to
require a grademnting
O Cama of special circumstances for
the granting of certain special exceptions. The
Mayor declared the motion carried
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for
11/10/87, on an arerdromt to CI -1 zone to permit
light manufacturing, carpouding, assembly or treat-
ment of articles as a Provisional use and as a
special exception. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to
anerd the Zoning Ordinance to Permit accessory
aParbTents in residential zones.
A Public hearing was held on an ordinance vacat-
ing a walkway between Lots 1 and 2 of Cambria Cart
Subdivision.
Moved and seconded
Ordinances to be considered and voted on for oreqn
at two Cantil meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally Passed by suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the
second consideration be given at this tirre, The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and sec-
onded that the ordinance vacating a walkway between
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Lots 1 and 2 of Cambria Court Subdivision, be given
second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt FES. 87-269, INTENT
TO DISPOSE OF A VACATED WNJOJAY BETWEEN LOT 1 AND 2
OF C410A CM SUBDIVISION and SETTING Pi1BLIC
HEARING for 11/10/87.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance to rezone
property at 528 lam Avenue form U-20 to CB -2, be
given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the
motion defeated.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES87-270, TO DENY
TIE PROPOSED REZONING OF 528 IOWA AiiE F41 M-20
TO CB -2.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-271, APPHL7V-
ING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS OF BOYRLM SL6DI-
VISION PART 3.
The Mayor announced the following vacancy:
Design Review Comm. - one vacancy for an indefinite
tern. This appointment will be made at the 12/1/87,
meeting of the City Council•
Moved and seconded to make the following City
Council appointnents: Reappoint William Reddick,
Jr., 403 Amhurst, to the Bd. of Electrical Exaniners
and Appeals as a representative of the public for a
four-year tern ending 10/26/91; to appoint John
Pelton, 704 Arbor Drive, to the Bd. of Adjustrent
for a five-year term ending 1/1/93; to re -appoint
Harold Weilbrenner, 1525 California Ave. and Ray
Haines 19 Glendale Ct. and appoint Chia-Hsing Lu,
1219 Tyler Ct. to the Huron Rights Com for four-
year terms ending 1/1/91; to re -appoint Daryl Henry,
1280 Esther Ct. and William Steinbrech, 404 Magaen
to the Parks and Recreation Comm. for four year
tears ending 1/1/92; to appoint Janes Throgortcn,
5% S. Summit Street to the Resources Conservation
Cantu• to a tern effective immediately and a three-
year tern ending 1/1/91 and re -advertise the reruin-
ing M vacancies. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously.
Asst. City Mgr, Helling stated that a report
vauld be to council for their inform] session on
11/9 elaborating an the upfront costs the City would
incur if it were to become eligible for federal
fading on the waste venter project. A written list
Of expenses and the latest update on federal monies
available will also be presented.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-272, AUDIOR-
IZING THE MAYOR TO SiGN AND THE CITY CLEW TO ATTEST
7fE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IDA CITY AND TiE
CITY OF LNIVERSITY HEIGHTS FOR TIE PROVISION OF
TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN TIE CORPORATE OF
LNIVERSITY HEIGHTS.
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-273, APPROV-
ING MEMOWP DiM OF W ERSTAIDING BETWEEN TIE CITY MO
IOWA CITY AREA OEVELORW G{20Up, INC. (ICAD GROUP)
for $40,000.
fted and seconded to adopt RES.
IZIIf WW -
TIE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ft THE BCITY 4CL To
ATTEST A SIMINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN TIE CITY OF
IM CITY, ICVA, AND IOWA STATE BANK & TRUST CQ1-
PANY.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-275, AUTHOR-
IZING TIE MAYOR TO SIGN A 10TH AMENR�ENT TO TIE 1975
FI vE �p& KIhM, A4OWINC. ADJUSTING TIE
IN AMETuuo 6, 7, AND 8 for ft vssteater faciPROVI�
ity.
hbved7 and seconded to adopt a resolution to pro-
hibit parking at all times on the east side of
Sunset Street from its intersection with I" High -
MY 1 north to a point 100 feet north of Aber Ave-
nue. The Mayor declared the resolution defeated.
Moved and seconded to defer indefinitely a reso-
lution establishing fees for certificates of struc-
ture cvnpliance and rental permits as part of the
Iona City Housing Code. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at
it Council meetings prior to the meeting at vhich
it is to be finally passed be suspended, the first
consideration and vote be vaived and The second
consideration be given at this time. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded
that the ordinance establishing the edge of slab
grades of certain alleys in Tae City, Iaa, be
given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared
the notion carried.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at
tvo Council meetings prior to the meeting at %hich
it is to be finally passed be suspended, the first
consideration and vote be vaived and Ude second
consideration be given at this time. The Mand secay
thatdeclared the ordeinnance amending tion d�hapdter 24onded
of the Code
Of Ordinances of the City of jam City, Taa, by
adding thereto a new Article X "Hazardous Sub-
stances", be given second vote for passage. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
tved and seconded to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
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For a more carplete description of Council
Activities and D'SWrsenents, see Office of the City
/ C erk and Finance peparb ent.
�"`� i�.. C-S&LLIM1 J. 4mISCO, MAYOR
s/IWXAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK A"-)-,4P�'/ w,
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
October 20, 1987
Iowa City Council, req, mtg., 10/20/87, 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center.
Dickson,uncilmembers
or McDonald, Zubbrisco er.CoAbsent: Strait. Staffinembersopresent CoAtkins,
Helling, Timmins, Karr, Franklin, Kinney, Schmadeke. Council minutes tape
recorded on Tape 87-C47, Side 1, 598 -End, Side 2, 1 -End; 87-050, 1-50.
The Mayor proclaimed November 2-8, 1987, as RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY WEEK;
October 24, 1987, as UNITED NATIONS DAY; October 18-24, 1987, as BUSINESS AND
PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S WEEK.
The Mayor noted one addition to the Consent Calendar. Moved by McDonald,
seconded by Zuber, that the following items and recommendations in the Con-
sent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the spec. mtg, of 9/29/87,
the reg, mtg. of 10/6/87, and the spec. mtg. of 10/12/87, as published,
subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. - 9/17/87; PgZ Comm,
Resources? C nservationuComm.— 9/14/87; ir. CenterBConn. -8/17/87;9Broad-
band Telecomm. Comm. - 9/22/87; Bd. of Adjustment -9/9/87; Historic
Preservation Conn. - 9/23/87.
Permit Motions: Approving a Class C Beer Permit for John Moreland,
Jr. dba Deli Mart, 525 Hwy. 1 West. Approving a Class B Beer Permit for
Pizza
Hut of
LiquoriLicense fora Mercy SuePizza ppe92dbaeLa1 KokukCasaStreet. rovng
Ltd., 1200iS.
Gilbert Ct. ouvuClass euor icense fopoivaddInc. dba The GrndRond, 830SCRivrsideDrive.AprvngClassC
Beer Permit for Inland Transport Co. dba Kirkwood 76, 300 Kirkwood Ave-
nue.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,680,208.98 for
the period of 9/2 thru 9/30/87, as recommended by the Finance Director,
subject to audit.
Resolutions: RES. 87-268, Bk. 96. P. 268, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF
AN APPLICATION WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR RISE PRO-
GRAM FUNDS.
Setting Public Hearing: To set a public hearing for 11/10/87, to
hear comments from the public regarding the recommendations by the Com-
mittee on Community Needs (CCN) on the use of 1988 Community Development
Block Grant funds.
Correspondence: Gary Lundquist suggesting ways in which to help with
the City's budgeting task. Petition from residents of Foster Road re-
garding extension of the sanitary sewer north of Taft Speedway. Memo from
the Civil Service Conn. submitting certified lists of applicants for the
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following positions: Cashier - Finance/Parking; Maintenance Worker I
-Transit. Memo from the Traffic Engr. re: Parking prohibition on Lowell
Street; Parking on Magowan Avenue between Bayard Street and River Street;
Parking prohibition on the south side of the 200 block of East Prentiss
Street; Removal of two-hour parking limit on south side of the 20 block
of West Prentiss Street; Removal of a loading zone on the north side of
the 200 block of East Market Street; Parking on Woolf Avenue north of
River Street.
Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: David Dunlap
for permission to use sidewalks in the downtown area for a parade in
connection with the opening of an art show at Iowa City/Johnson County
Arts Center on 10/9/87, approved. Eric Peterson for the use of city
streets for the Regina High School Homecoming Parade on 10/8/87,
approved.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Maris Snider for the use of
City Plaza by Johnson County Citizens' Committee for the Handicapped on
10/5/87, approved; Dorie Levin of Sigma Delta Tau for permission to set
up a table from which to solicit donations for Committee for the National
Prevention of Child Abuse on 10/12-16/87, approved. Karen Kubby for
Permission to set up a table to publicize her candidacy for City Council
on 10/8/87, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared
the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing for
11/10/87, on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to require a demonstration
of special circumstances for the granting of certain special exceptions. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Strait absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing for
11/10/87, on an amendment to CI -1 zone to permit light manufacturing, com-
pounding, assembly or treatment of articles as a provisional use and as a
special exception. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Strait ab-
sent.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance
to permit accessory apartments in residential zones. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating a walkway between Lots
1 and 2 of Cambria Court Subdivision. No one appeared.
Moved.by McDonald, seconded by Zuber, that the rule requiring ordinances
to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to
the meeting at which it is to be finally passed by suspended, the first
consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be given at
this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Zuber, that
the ordinance vacating a walkway between Lots I and 2 of Cambria Court Subdi-
vision, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unani-
mous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 87-269, 8k. 96, p. 269,
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF A VACATED WALKWAY BETWEEN LOT 1 AND 2 OF CAMBRIA COURT
SUBDIVISION and SETTING PUBLIC HEARING for 11/10/87. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance to rezone
property at 528 Iowa Avenue form RNC -20 to CB -2, be given first vote for
passage. The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 1/5, with the following
division of roll call vote: Ayes: Courtney. Nays: Dickson, McDonald,
Zuber, Ambrisco, Baker. Absent: Strait.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 87-270, Bk. 96, p.
270, TO DENY THE PROPOSED REZONING OF 528 IOWA AVENUE FROM RNC -20 TO CB -2.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/1, with the following division
of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Zuber, Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson. Nays:
Courtney. Absent: Strait.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 87-271, Bk. 96, p.
271, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS OF BOYRUM SUBDIVISION PART 3.
Staffinember Karin Franklin stated the legal papers had been revised per
Council informal session, signatures would be obtained, and Council could
proceed with a vote on the subdivision as presented. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted, 4/2, with the following division of roll call vote:
Ayes: Zuber, Ambrisco, Courtney, McDonald. Nays: Baker, Dickson. Absent:
Strait.
The Mayor announced the following vacancy: Design Review Comm. - one
vacancy for an indefinite term. This appointment will be made at the 12/1/87,
meeting of the City Council.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to make the following City Coun-
cil appointments: Re -appoint William Reddick, Jr., 403 Amhurst, to the Bd.
of Electrical Examiners and Appeals as a representative of the public for a
four-year term ending 10/26/91; to appoint John Pelton, 704 Arbor Drive, to
the Bd. of Adjustment for a five-year term ending 1/1/93; to re -appoint
Harold Weilbrenner, 1525 California Ave. and Ray Haines 19 Glendale Ct. and
appoint Chia-Hsing Lu, 1219 Tyler Ct. to the Human Rights Comm. for four-year
terms ending 1/1/91; to re -appoint Daryl Henry, 1280 Esther Ct. and William
Steinbrech, 404 Magowan to the Parks and Recreation Conn. for four-year terms
ending 1/1/92; to appoint James Throgmarton, 508 S. Summit Street to the
Resources Conservation Comm. to a term effective immediately and a three-year
term ending 1/1/91 and re -advertise the remaining two vacancies. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent.
Councilmember Zuber raised concerns re airport funding issues. Staff
will investigate and report back. Baker questioned the procedure to increase
hotel/motel tax. The City Mgr. stated a change would have to go to the
voters.
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Asst. City Mgr. Helling stated that a report would be to Council for
their informal session on 11/9 elaborating on the upfront costs the City
would incur if it were to become eligible for federal funding on the waste
water project. A written list of expenses and the latest update on federal
monies available will also be presented.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 87-272, Bk. 96, p.
272, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS FOR THE
PROVISION OF TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF UNIVERSITY
HEIGHTS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-273, Bk. 96, p.
273, APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND IOWA CITY
AREA DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC. (ICAD GROUP) for $40,000. Zuber raised concerns
re ICAD funding. The City Manager stated he would ask the ICAD staff to
prepare a full account for Council review. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker,
Courtney, Dickson, McDonald, Ambrisco. Nays: Zuber. Absent: Strait.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-274, Bk. 96, p.
274, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND IOWA STATE
BANK & TRUST COMPANY, for Malvina and Manly Sorenson. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-275, Bk. 96, p.
275, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A 10TH AMENDMENT TO THE 1975 AGREEMENT
WITH VEENSTRA & KIMM, INC. ADJUSTING THE FINAL "INDIRECT COSTS" (OVERHEAD)
AMOUNT AS PROVIDED IN AMENDMENTS 6, 7, AND 8 for the wastewater facility.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to adopt a resolution to pro-
hibit
sectionparking
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High ay I northeast
aside
pointf100Sunset
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north of Aberits
Avenue.
Councilmembers pointed out a problem on Ashley Drive and not Sunset Street.
After roll call vote, the Mayor declared the resolution defeated, 0/6, Strait
absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to defer indefinitely a resolu-
tion
rmitsestablishing
of the Iowa Cityificates of Housing Code.
TheuMayorcompliance
declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be given
at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney,
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that the ordinance establishing the edge of slab grades of certain alleys in
Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be given
at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney,
ofatthe Iowa ordinance Iowa, by adding 24 of theretoheaCode neNofArtic�encX, of Hathe zardous
Substances", be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Baker, to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent.
Attest:
MARIAN. KARR,
CrTFnER—
WILLIAM J. AMBRISCO, MAYOR
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
November 10, 1987
Iowa City Council, spec. mtg., 11/10/87, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Cen-
Cou
ou Mayor Ambrisco presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker,
rtney, Dickson, McDonald, Zuber. Councilmembers Elect: Horowitz.
Absent: Strait. tffmembers t ngrrMoenMilkman,Nugn,Penney, Bowers Council minutes tape-recorded an
Tape 87-050, Side 1, 50 -End and Side 2, 1-503.
The Mayor noted the additions to the agenda. Moved by McDonald
that the f ,
seconded by Courtney, 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
10/20/87, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the
City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Bds. & Comns./City Council
Annual Mtg. - 9/30/87; CCN Com. - 9/29/87, 9/30/87, 10/20/87; River -
front Comm. - 10/7/87; Design Review Comm. - 10/8/87; P&Z Comm.
-10/15/87; Sr. Center Comm. - 9/21/81
Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving a Liquor License refund
for Coslow's Inc. dba Simmy's, 208 N. Linn Street. Approving a Class
E Beer Permit for BJ Enterprises dba Second Place, 2545 N. Dodge.
RES. 87-276, Bk. 96, p. 276, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT.
Motions: Accepting the abstract of the 10/12/87 special election
(local sales tax). Authorizing the City Engr. to sign an application
for use of Highway Right -of -Way for Utilities accommodations to
Iowa Illinois Gas & Electric Company for Highway 6 West and Newton
Road.
ons: RES.
to thesM Municipal pal Code. 87 RES. 87-278, Bk. 296' ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT 33
WORK FOR SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS FOR pCAMBRIA ACCEPTING
TNG- THa
resubdivision of Lots 94 and 95 Ty'n Cae Subdivision, Part Two.
Setting Public Hearings: To set a public hearing on 11/17/87, to
the consider an ordinance amending Chapter 31 of the Code of Ordinances of
control ydeposOf its aswa ta�conditioa to addihe provisionsssuance for
euring escrow
building permit.
Correspondence: Memo from the Traffic Engr, re: Loading zone on
the west side of the 100 block of North Madison Street; parking prohi-
bition on the north side Of comm. submitting a certified list tof applilcantsf for the posi-
tion of Mass Transit Operator/Transit Department.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Joseph
Bolkcom for permission to picket on the public sidewalks adjacent to
McDonald's Restaurant on 10/23, 10/24/87, approved. Cynthia Ambrose
to have a children's Halloween Parade on public sidewalks on 10/31/87,
.. approved.
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Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Duane A. Van Dyke to
videotape scenes on City Plaza for a student project on 10/20/87,
n for
CpityoPlaza tosse registerovotersPandito PresidentCommittee
outeliterature atble ona10/22,'
10/23/87, approved. Dukakis for President Committee to have a litera-
ture table on City Plaza on 10/24/87, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set.
Moveb
MDonald
scoded
fo
11/17/87tl ny ancamendmenteton
the ZoningbOrdinanceototo starequ ire aubich demo earistray-
tion of special circumstances for the granting of certain special excep-
tions. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait
absent.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Courtney, to set a public hearing for
11/17/87, on an amendment to the CI -1 zone to permit light manufacturing,
compounding, assembly or treatment of articles as a provisional use and as
a special exception. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Strait absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Zuber, that the ordinance to amend the
Zoning Ordinance to permit accessory apartments in residential zones, be
given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, that ORD. 87-3345, Bk. 28, p.
38, VACATING A WALKWAY BETWEEN LOTS 1 AND 2 OF CAMBRIA COURT SUBDIVISION,
be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution to dispose of a parcel of
land originally dedicated to the City for use as a public walkway on Lots
1 and 2 of Cambria Court Subdivision. No one appeared.
279,MTOed by DISPOSEbOF,ASeconded ADickson,
VACATEO LKWAYBETWEEN LOTS R 7 7
1AND 2FCAMBRIA9COURT
SUBDIVISION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to concur with the recommenda-
tion of the P&Z Commission that signs be posted in the circle area of
Cambria Court that prohibit parking. The Mayor declared the motion car-
ried, 6/0, Strait absent,
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-280, Bk. 96,
p. 280, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
(LSNRO) PLAN FOR LOTS 2 AND 3 OF THE HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT FIRST ADDITION
(NORTHGATE CORPORATE PARK). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to concur with the recommenda-
tion of the P&Z Commission to support any efforts made on Highway 1 north
Of 1-80 to facilitate turning movements into the office and highway com-
mercial
Mayor declared the motion he acarried, 6/Oe St ai t absentt for discussion.
A public hearing was held to receive comments from interested citizens
regarding the recommendations by the Committee on Community Needs (CCN) on
the use of 1988 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The
following people appeared: Karen Hradek, Chairperson of Miller -Orchard
Neighborhood; Doyle Detroit, Community Video Grants; Karen Kubby, CCN
Chairperson. Staffinember Marianne Milkman appeared for discussion.
The
or
vacan
mission - one vacancyeforthane
funexpiired to mcendingl5/1/92.aand
Thisnappoint-
ment will be made at the 12/15/87 meeting of the City Council.
Moved by McDonald, seconded
Erol Apaydinby Zuber, to approve recommendation of
, 706 -18th Avenue, as a representative of Coralville to the
Riverfront Comm. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Strait
absent.
Councilmember Baker inquired as to the status of the housing inspec-
tion fees and possible correspondence from the landlords. The City Mgr.
stated he would contact the group involved. Baker noted a memo from the
City Mgr. about a year ago outlining proposed new fees and questioned
Mgr. replied thelscussed busin sus license proposallwouldrbeoincludedthegint. thehupcCity
om-
ing budget but the 1% fee on IRB's was not practical with the changes in
be the federal law. Baker asked if an item by item review of each CIP would
that thererated would be onehe next documentbaddreset sing the projectsrocess. The iandMwouldoinclude
staff recommendations. Baker urged Council to consider sewer tap fees in
upcoming budgets.
Recommendations of the Committee on Community Needs that the City
Council fund the 1988 CDBG projects Full Funding Level (FFL) and Reduced
Funding Level (RFL) noted as follows; Housing Rehabilitation (6 programs)
$300,000 (FFL) and $320,200 (RFL); Low -Income Home Ownership Assistance
$10,000 (FFL) and $10,000 (RFL); Benton Street Culvert Project $100,000
(FFL) and no recommendation (RFL); Curb Ramp Installation $5,000 (FFL) and
$5,000 (RFL); Youth Services Facility Exterior Renovation $6,800 (FFL) and
$6,800 (RFL); Small Repair Program (Elderly Services Agency) $4,000 (FFL)
and $4,000 (RFL); Aid-to-Agencies(15% of Entitlement -Specific agency
funding levels to be determined) $90,000 (FFL) and $75,000 (RFL); Disposi-
tion $3,000 (FFL) and $3,000 (RFL); Program Administration $100,000 (FFL)
and $100,000 (RFL); Planning & Program Development $8,000 (FFL) and $81000
(RFL); Contingency $33,200 (FFL) and $28,000 (RFL),
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES, 87-281, Bk. 96,
Mayor de
P. 2. Affirmative roll APPROVING IOWA CITY'S 1988 THROUGH 1993 STREET CONSTRUCTION PRO-
GRAM. call vote unanimous, 6
clared the resolution adopted. /0, Strait absent. The
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-282, Bk. 96,
P• 282, ACQUISITION OF PARCEL H IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WEST BENTON STREET
BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, to remunerate CRANDIC and Iowa Electric in the
amount of $22,209.28, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous
absent. The Mayor , 6/0, Strait
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-283, Bk. 96,
p. 283, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK, RESPECTIVELY,
TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST A REVISED AGREEMENT WITH THE CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA
CITY RAILROAD (CRANDIC) FOR THE REMOVAL OF THE WEST BENTON STREET CROSSING
JUST EAST OF THE IOWA RIVER BRIDGE, FOR THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN STORAGE
TRACKS LOCATED NORTH OF WEST BENTON STREET AND WEST OF CAPITOL STREET, AND
FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION AND REALIGNMENT OF A SPUR TRACK IN AND ADJACENT TO
THE RAILROAD CROSSING AT CLINTON STREET IN AND NEAR LAFAYETTE STREET IN
IOWA CITY, ALL IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WEST BENTON STREET BRIDGE IMPROVE-
MENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 87-284, Bk. 96, p.
284, RECLASSIFYING POSITIONS IN THE EQUIPMENT DIVISION AND THE CDBG DIVI-
SION AND AMENDING THE AFSCME PAY PLAN. Affirmative roll call vote unani-
mous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
frior to the
consideration and which at
andv to be �waived s to eand finally
sec the conside at on the
given at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 610, Strait
absent, The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by McDonald, sec-
onded by Dickson, that the ordinance establishing Deer Creek as the name
of the road north of Melrose Avenue and east of U.S. Highway 218, be given
second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, second by Dickson, that
Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City the ordinance amending
th Iowa City, Iowa, by
repealing Section 7-36 thereof and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section
7-25, and by repealing Section 7-57 thereof and enacting in lieu thereof a
new Section 7-57, providing for the establishment of fees for boarding,
reclaiming and adoptions of impounded animals, and for acceptance of
animals surrended for adoption or disposal, and providing for the setting
of the amounts of such fees and for the adoption of regulations and guide -
for
for the collection of such fees by resolution, be given first vote
for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unani
The Mayor declared the motion carried. mous, 6e Strait absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to defer to 11/17 a resolution
of animal adopting a schedule of fees, regulations, and guidelines for the provision
control mong other things that ipersons age 60ces and for horlolder �may adopt nof �animalsrwithout
paying the required fee therefore. The Mayor declared the motion carried,
6/0, Strait absent.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 8, "Buildings and Building Regulations," of the Code of Ordinances
re the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by repealing Article VI, to adopt by
reference the 1987 Edition of the National Electrical Code and certain
amendments thereto, be given first vote for passage and to set a public
hearing for 11/17/87. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 1 entitled "General Provisions" of the'Code of Ordinances of the
implement the amendments authorized by
City of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending Sections 1-21 and 1-22 therein to
HF 318 of the 72nd General Assembly
of the State of Iowa relating to Municipal Infractions, be given first
vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 9.1 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, entitled
"City Plaza," by amending Section 9.1-7 relating to liability insurance
indemnity agreement for Plaza Use Permits, be given first vote for pas-
sage, as amended. Councilmembers requested that the term "personal in-
jury" be changed to read "bodily injury" in the text of the ordinance.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 25 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa,
entitled "Parks and Recreation," Articles I and IV thereof by (1)
repealing Sections 25-3 and 25-04 thereof and (2) by repealing Section
25-50 thereof and enacting in lieu thereof a new section to be codified
the same, to delete certain provisions relating to boat rentals and facil-
ity
nityrand vinsurancetions which
require entsobsolete
relatingand
to otherevise
reser ationy'ofindem-
Park
Facilities, be given first vote for passage, as amended. Councilmembers
requested the term "personal injury" be changed to read "bodily injury" in
the text of the ordinance. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Zuber, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 31, "Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Places," of the Code of Ordi-
nances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, Article VI thereof, "Use Permits,"
by meeting insurancetherein Section 31-137 in
and holdharmlessrequirementsefgreater
rre flexibility
use permits, be given
first vote for passage, as amended. Councilmembers requested the term
"personal injury" be changed to read "bodily injury" in the text of the
ordinance. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Zuber, that ORD. 87-3346, Bk. 28, p.
39, AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, BY ADDING THERETO A NEW ARTICLE X, "HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES," be
passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Courtney, that ORD. 87-3347, Bk. 28, p.
40, ESTABLISHING THE EDGE OF SLAB GRADES OF CERTAIN ALLEYS IN IOWA CITY,
IOWA, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent.
ATTEST:
MAR AN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
WILLIAM J. AM ISCO, MAYOR
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
November 9, 1987
Informal Council discussion: November 9,1987 at 7:30 PM in the Council
Chambers in the Civic Center. Mayor Bill Ambrisco presiding.
Council Present: Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson, Courtney, McDonald, Baker
(7:55 PM). Absent: Strait.
Staff Present: Atkins, Karr, Melling, Timmins, Moen, Penney, Milkman,
Rockwell, Schmadeke, Farmer.
Tie Recording: Reel 87-C49, Side 2, 121 -End, Reel 87 -CSI, Side 1, 1-177.
PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS Reel 87-C49, Side 2
A. Set nuhlir hnorin., a...,
C.
RE
will receive additional information prior �to their next cformal
Council meeting. In response to Ambrisco, Moen explained the Zoning
Ordinance is being modified to distinguish between two special
exceptions that are commonly granted by the Board of Adjustment: 1)
special exception to evaluate a particular use is appropriate in
conjunction with other uses in a district and, 2) a special exception
for a property owner seeking to modify a yard requirement. Moen
stated staff wants the property owners to be able to demonstrate that
there are unique circumstances or particular hardships in that
property owner's circumstances that warrant an adjustment in the yard
modifications. The ordinance would be amended to require a demon-
stration of unique circumstances. Dickson asked why Planning and
Zoning member Scott voted "no." Moen stated Scott had a particular
concern regarding the effect of the requirement to demonstrate unique
circumstances on yard modifications in older neighborhoods.
mens in resiaential zones. Moen explained the ordinance amendment
would allow temporary accessory dwelling units or apartments in
residential zones. The accessory apartments would be subordinate in
size to the main dwelling unit in the house, and the units must be
occupied by either an elderly person 62 years of age or older, or a
handicapped individual. In response to Dixon, Moen stated that
Planning and Zoning member Clark voted "no" because he felt the
ordinance amendment may act as a blanket zoning change to enable
duplex units in certain residential zones and Planning and Zoning
member Dierks wants to preserve single family atmosphere in the
residential zones.
,.,s,on. moen stated this item isa final consideration of the
nance to vacate a walkway between Lots I and 2 of Cambria Court
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F.
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H.
Subdivision. Moen noted Council will need to hold a public hearing
to receive comments regarding the disposition of that walkway. A
public hearing should be held prior to consideration of the resolu-
tion to dispose.
Council discussion.
_.. onr,aineu cne rianning and Zoning Commission made a recUS L
ommenda-
tion that no parking signs be placed on the turnaround of Cambria
Court. In response to Courtney, Moen said the Planning and Zoning
Commission did not consider the parking on the other streets on the
other side of Willow Creek Park when considering the parking on the
turnaround on Cambria Court.
proposes to erect a buildin�dndeveloper
g not to exceed60,000squarefeetandthe
plan meets all the minimum requirements for LSNRD proposals.
OM
area. Moen stated the Planning and Zoning=Commissionisrecommindingn the
that any effort to facilitate turning movement on Highway 1 north of
I-80 be supported. Ambrisco asked if the need for a light was
considered. Moen stated the issue of lighting was not addressed.
Atkins stated lighting was considered during preparation of the
preliminary RISE application.
CDBG PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS
Reel 87-C49, Side 2
Kubby presented information regarding the CDBG program recommendations.
Kubby noted the program administration budget is $10,000 less this year
than the previous year.
Regarding the Benton Street culvert project, Kubby explained that if
$50,000 is not available after funding CCN's reduced funding recommenda-
tion, $20,200 should be put into rehabilitation funds and the remaining
balance into the contingency fund. Kubby noted that CCN wants to know by
July 1, 1988, if the Benton Street project is going to occur and that CCN
recommends that if the project is to occur, the money be spent by April
1989. Atkins stated City staff is currently reviewing the CIP and the
Benton
one project. Kubby e said r CCNais assumind ng thatesomects aof then
re BentonaStreet
project will be funded by the CIP monies.
Kubby stated CCN will present Council with formal recommendations regard-
ing lighting on Linn Street.
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Courtney asked for an explanation regarding the use of the consultant for
low income home ownership assistance program. Milkman explained
additional expertise is needed to find out where the specific problems are
in getting loans for lower income persons and in developing the loan
programs. Atkins stated the most difficulty will be in developing
standards and requirements for individual participation in the programs.
Courtney stated the restrooms in the City Park should be funded. Kubby
stated CCN members agreed on the project but not on the source of funding.
Kubby stated because City Park is used by such a large population, that
CDBG funds for the City Park restrooms would not be the most appropriate
use of those monies. In response to Ambrisco, Kubby stated Mayor's Youth
Program did not have the capabilities to build the type of restrooms
needed.
Milkman stated that Housing Rehabilitation Program will be revised to
include human service agencies who have residential homes.
Milkman stated the final CDBG program statement will be presented to
Council at their next formal Council meeting for final action. The
program statements needs to be sent in by December 1. Milkman noted the
final statement will include a change showing a $245,000 budget for the
Benton Street project because the project, as originally approved, would
be cancelled and the funds carried over to this year.
REVIEW PENDING LIST
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Atkins and Helling reviewed items on the pending list as follows:
Atkins stated these items will be scheduled for discussion during ll thebudget sessions. Atkins noted he has received a report outlining the land
around the airport available for development.
Stormwater Management Ordinance Review. Atkins stated he received
correspondence from the home builders group, has met with City staff to
discuss the stormwater management issue, and will present Council with
suggestions in the next few weeks.
East Side Storm Drainage Improvements. Atkins stated this issue will be
discussed during the upcoming CIP sessions.
M�-
Helling stated the waste -to -energy study was
there is a capital project on the CIP list that
Helling assured Council this item will be reviewed
periodically.
Mesguakie Park Development and Name Change. Helling stated input from
interested citizens has not yet been received and recommended item be
a removed from the pending list.
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Informal Council Discussion
November 9, 1987
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Reel 87-C49, Side 2
COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA
1. In response to Zuber, Timmins distributed his November 9, 1987, memo
regarding airport compliance project - federal reimbursement.
Timmins asked eCouncil anyrgiestiond the memorandum and said he would
be happy P
ule of fees nd
2 (AgendaCourtneylnotedlt ere isma difference ci1ndfees for services9gucontrol idelines.)
cats and dogs. Helling said the Animal Control fees reflect the
actual cost for keeping the animals.
3. (Agenda Item 018 - Amending Chapter 8, buildings and building
regulations.) In response to Dickson, Ambrisco stated romex is
plastic.
4. (Agenda Item 015 - Establishing Deer Creek as the name
f the
road
In
north of Melrose Avenue and east of U.S. Highwy 218.)response
Dickson, Councilmembers agreed to the name Deer Creek.
5. Council session n (orhAtkins'
nalreagreed witcommendation
reschedule
11/ 8) along with January's
setting
budget session.
ty
6, memo
regardingoted agenda item 018Council cdealing eived �with lthe amendment rto the electri-
cal ordinance.
7. Timmins said staff is developing policy for Council to adopt a
resolution regarding insurance and indemnity requirements on City
contracts.
8. Karr asked Couto nb, members to coand to decideder a date r whetherthe 9toiholdothe
meeting prior to noon, January 6,
December 29 Council meeting.
Reel 87-051, Side 1
EXECUTIVE SFS_SION
Ambrisco invited Council -elect Horowitz and Larson to observe the execu-
tive session.
to adjourn to executive session
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney,
under Section 21.5C to discuss strategy with Council in matters that arts
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presently in litigation or Prejudice ere iortdisadvantageion is inent the positionwhere iof
disclosure would be likely to
the governmentalarticular realin s estate litigation
where epremature 5disclosure swould
purchase of p
be reasonably expected to increase the
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have to pay for that property.
Strait absent. Mayor declared motion carried. Council adjourned to
executive session at 8:20 P.m.
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