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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-10-08 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion September 17, 1985 Informal Council Discussion: September 17, 1985 at 6:45 p.m. in the Council hambers at t e Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Council Present: McDonald, Strait, Baker, Zuber, Erdahl, Ambrisco, Dickson. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Schmadeke, O'Malley, Vitosh, Cain, Fran 1 Tn. Tape Recorded: Reel 85-C66, Side 1, 549 -End, Side 2, All, Reel 85-C68, Side 1, Al— , , 2, 1-2. Wastewater Plan - Alternative Study Reel 85-C66, Side 1 Berlin stated that Council received phase three of the Metcalf & Eddy study that makes a specific recommendation from among the three studied alterna- tives. Berlin asked Council for directions as to the preferred engineering alternative. Berlin said once a preferred engineering alternative is chosen, Metcalf & Eddy will proceed with phase four. While Metcalf d Eddy is completing phase four, City staff will be working with the City's fiscal consultant and the ad hoc committee will be working with staff on specific recommendations regarding the plans and contracting. Lawrence Jaworski and Loren Leach of Metcalf & Eddy reviewed the reconmenda- tions and conclusions from phase three of the Metcalf & Eddy study. Leach stated that Metcalf & Eddy studied alternative methods of solving Iowa City's wastewater needs for a 20 -year planning period, 13 alternatives were origi- nally developed, and three alternatives (02, 08 and 011) were selected for detailed study. Alternative 08 utilized the existing wastewater facility and alternatives 02 and 011 utilizes the existing facility with an additional regional facility located on the southern limits of the community. Leach stated that alternative 02 would require construction of a major interceptor sewer system and alternative 011 provides a shorter route for getting wastewater to the facility. Leach said Fluer did a detailed review of the alternatives by studying the cost estimate methodology, proposed construction materials, construction methods and timing. F1uer concluded that all three plans are constructable and estimates are viable. Leach stated alternative 011 is recommended for final analysis and that 011 will meet the future needs of Iowa City, Leach stated that Arthur Young financial information was not ready. Strait asked if the ad hoc committee has reviewed the recommendations. Berlin stated that the ad hoc committee has received copies of the recommen- dations and several members of the committee are present at this evening's meeting. Berlin stated that the ad hoc committee member Noel Willis did concur with the recommendation. Other ad hoc committee members, Burger and Gibson, concurred with the recommendations. Schmadeke said the Public Works Department concurs with the recommendations and that alternative 011 will alleviate the problems in the southern part of the city. 2 In response to McDonald, Leach said alternative 68 proposal to use the present site would meet the needs of the city for a 20 -year planning period but would not allow for other types of development at that site. Ambrisco inquired about the potential staffing at the new facility. Leach stated that the future staffing needs were studied and the new facility will utilize technologies where feasible and reliable to minimize labor needs. Berlin noted that without having to follow federal guidelines because of not receiving federal funding, the City has more flexibility of looking at labor reducing alternatives. Strait inquired about a lawsuit in Red Oak regarding the federal funding guidelines. Berlin stated the courts overruled an original decision in favor of the city's design and position. In response to Strait, Jaworski said 1990 cost estimates were used and the population projection of 69,000 provided by the Planning Department was used. Zuber inquired about construction cost estimates that are projected to 1990 values with a 5% inflation rate. Jaworski explained that Metcalf & Eddy used 1990 as a base year when the facility will be ready to operate; a 5% per year increase in construction costs to the 1990 period when the City will be constructing the facility; annual operating and maintenance expenses occur- ring from 1990 on were brought back at a 7 3/8% interest rate to 1990 for present worth determination. Those maintenance and operation costs were added to the construction costs that were brought forward to 1990 utilizing a 5% interest rate totaled the present worth cost of the improvements. Zuber inquired about the E4 million/15% contingency fund and total costs of the facility for the 20 -year planning period. Jaworski explained the contingency fund is for any costs, construction, legal, engineering, associated with construction of the facility. Leach referred to Fluer's construction cost and present worth estimates and stated alternative 12's present worth for the 20 -year planning period is $63,697,000. Strait asked about receiving privatization information. Berlin stated that Metcalf & Eddy will concentrate on a detailed engineering report and will provide the ad hoc committee with an outline of the construction alternatives for alternative #11 project. McDonald stated that the Metcalf & Eddy phase three report was excellent. Council directed staff to proceed with alternative #11 as recommended. Concerns were raised by a citizen regarding the length of time the Council has had to study alternative #11 and how the location of the wastewater treatment plant would impact the Snyder Creek watershed. Jaworski said that the treatment plant as proposed could be located further south than the original proposed facility. In response to Erdahl, Jaworski said the recommended project would save an est4mated $16-517 million compared to the originally proposed project. Economic Development Update - Ray Muston Reel 85-C66, Side 2 Ray Muston distributed copies of the First Capitol Development, Inc. draft of the interim annual report and an outline of the strategic plan for First Capitol Development. Muston reviewed First Capitol Development's strategic plan as outlined in the handout and highlighted the following: 3 Accomplishments by First Capitol Development through April 1985; goals and objectives for 1985-86 as it relates to policy, infrastructure, marketing materials and programs, and general goals. Muston reviewed target industries as defined by the State Industrial Development Commission and by First Capitol Development marketing taskforce. In response to Baker, Muston stated that Indianapolis' economic development project was a major effort and that education and publishing is being targeted for industries for the Iowa City area. Strait inquired what is being done to support existing industry. Muston stated that current busi- nesses and industries are being monitored for problems and solutions sought to assist them. In response to Strait, Muston stated that Iowa City commit- ted $40,000 to First Capitol Development, Inc. and that First Capitol Devel- opment, Inc. needs to have stability in funding on a five-year basis. Muston noted that financial support is being sought from private industry within the community. Baker noted that there is a perception problem within the community regarding zoning ordinances as it relates to economic development. Muston and Berlin commented that work needs to be done regarding attitude of the community as it relates to economic development. Strait stated that the citizenry of Iowa City should be considered throughout the economic develop- ment process. McDonald noted appreciation for the work done by Ray Muston. In response to Dickson, Muston noted that community resources are being utilized in such projects as a newsletter and slide show. I Council Time 1. Council agreed to cancel the November 5, December 30 and 31 Council meetings. 2. In theresponse to pictures of theksoidewalkBerlin cafes stated includedthat inptheDirector s took Council material. Executive Session Moved Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adjourn to executive session under Section 21.5c, litigation, to discuss strategy with Council in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared motion carried. Council adjourned to executive session at 8:25 p.m. OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 9/24/85 The cost of publishing the following proceedings & claims is $ Cumulative cost for this ca en ar year or said publication is $ Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 9/24/85, 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: Ambrisco. Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 6-12, 1985, Fire Prevention Week; October 7-12, 1985, Local Government Week; October 6-13, 1985, Domestic Violence Awareness Week; September 24, 1985, Keith Kafer Day. The Mayor noted the addition of several beer/liquor, cigarette and dancing permits to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or approved and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Actions of the reg. mtg. of 9/10/85 and the special mtg. of 9/17/85, as pub- lished, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commis- sions: P&Z Comm. - 8/15/85; Airport Conn. - 8/8/85; Housing Comm. -8/13/85, 9/10/85; Resources Conser- vation Comm. -8/12/85; Sr. Center Conn. - 8/14/85; Design Review Comm. -9/11/85. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Central Pharmacy Center, 701 E. Davenport St. Approv- ing Class C Beer Permit for Watt's Food Market, 1603 Muscatine Avenue. Approving Sunday Sales for Copper Dollar, 211 Iowa Avenue. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Bob's Beer Mart, 1910 S. Gilbert Street. RES. 85-277, Bk. 87, p. 748, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving Class C Liquor License for Friday's, 121 E. College Street. RES. 85-278, Bk. 87, p. 749, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT. Approving Class E Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Quik Trip 0503, 123 W. Benton. ■ ;. 0 F Motions: Approving disburse- ments in the amount of $3,020,892.30 for the period of 8/1 thru 8/31/85, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Resolutions: RES. 85-279, Bk. 87, p. 750, ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NUMBER 25 TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES of the City of Iowa City, Iowa. RES. 85-280, Bk. 87, pp. 751-757, AUTHOR- IZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY. Setting public hearings: To set a public hearing on 10/8/85 on an ordinance establishing research -service facilities, ware- house and distribution centers as eligible for partial exemption from property taxes. Correspondence: Tamara and Davis Shawver declaring their property to be Nuclear Free Zones. Brian D. Taylor commending the Council for its vote on the Nuclear Free Zone Ordinance. Michael Reck, President of the Liberal Arts Student Association, supporting the Nuclear Free Zone Ordinance. Nicky Stanke regarding traffic congestion at North Dodge -Prairie du Chien -North Summit, referred to the Traffic Engineer. National Computer Systems requesting financial assistance for an expansion of its facilities from the Community Economic Betterment funds. The City Manager is in the process of filing the necessary documents with the Iowa Development Commission. Edward Brinton submitting his resignation from the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee. Norbert Schulte of Old Capitol Cab Co. requesting a taxicab stand, referred to the Traffic Engineer. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following posi- tions: Clerk Typist/Treasury; Cashier/Treasury; Treatment Plan Operator/Pollution Control; Assistant Water Superintendent/Water Division. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Margaret Beals for the use of public grounds for the Hospice Marathon to be held on ®1 3 10/13/85, approved. Chamber of Commerce for a Sidewalk Event on 9/27-28/85 in downtown Iowa City, approved. Mike Murphy for the Second Annual Easter Seal Run to be held on 9/28/85, approved. David Hughes for the use of Blackhawk Minipark for voter registration from 9/10-19/85, approved. Mike Henry for the use of Blackhawk Minipark to display materials and sell crafts to benefit the Latin American Human Rights Advocacy Center on 9/10, 11, 12, 14, 24, 25, 26 and 29/85, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing on 10/8/85, on an ordinance to establish Planned Development Housing (ODPH-8) on 7.44 acres for Melrose j Lake Apartments located on Woodside Drive - - extended. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing on 10/8/85, on an ordinance to vacate and a resolution to dispose of a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way to Hallmark Hames, Inc. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-281, Bk. 87, p. 758, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR LOTS 5-11 AND THE FINAL PLAT FOR LOTS 5-8 OF BLOCK 1, BRAVERMAN CENTER, a subdivision of Iowa City, Iowa. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/2, with the follow- ing division of roll cbil vote: Ayes: Baker, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: Dickson, Erdahl. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-282, Bk. 87, pp. 759-760, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR LOTS 4, 5B AND 7 OF BLOCK 1, BRAVERMAN CENTER, Iowa City, Iowa. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Strait, Zuber, Baker. Nays: Dickson, Erdahl. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Baker, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-283, Bk. 87, pp. 761-764, APPROVING AN AMENDED PRELI141NARY AND FINAL i I■ 4 LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR NATIONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS, INC., located at 2510 North Dodge Street. Staffinember Milkman stated agreement had been reached re future negotiation on the local of a road and a note placed on the LSNRD plan that 38 trees would be planted on the property, placement to be deter- mined at a later time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt. RES. 85-284, BK. 87, pp. 765-766, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS OF HOLLOWAY SUBDIVISION, a county subdivision. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/O, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on the issuance of $4,200,000 Parking System Refunding Revenue Bonds. Jim Spratt, 2119 Davis, appeared. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-285, Bk. 87, pp. 767-768, INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $4,200,000 PARKING SYSTEM REFUNDING REVENUE BONDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Resources Conservation Comm. - three vacancies for three-year terms ending 1/1/89; Bd. of Adjustment - one vacancy for a five-year term ending 1/1/91; Bd. of Appeals - one vacancy for a five-year term ending 12/31/90; Bd, of Examiner of Plumbers -one vacancy for a journeyman plumber for a two-year term ending 12131/87; Human Rights Comm. -three vacancies for three-year terms ending 1/1/89; P&R Comm. - two vacancies for four-year terms ending 1/1/90. These appointments will be made at the 11/19/85 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to appoint Thomas Newton, 1212 Ginter, to the Housing Comm. for an unexpired term ending 5/1/87; to appoint Sally Dierks, 905 Weeber Street, to the P&Z Comm. for an unexpired term ending 5/1/86; and to appoint Mike Messier, 1310 Dover, to the Bd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term 1 ending 1/1/87. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Councilmember Strait mentioned Council discussion the previous evening re a signal at West Benton and Mormon Trek and Council will take action after the Traffic Engr. had finished the necessary investigation. Baker questioned the permit status of the flower vendor on North Dubuque and Taft Speedway. The City Manager and City Clerk outlined the procedure for peddler permits of vendors going door-to-door and stated no permit is required for vending on private property with permission of the property owner. Staff will investigate if this is private property. Baker referenced the memo from the City Manager re the alley paving behind the Press -Citizen Building and questioned Council action. The City Manager stated the matter will be sched- uled during Council discussion of other Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). Baker noted a number of refunds for water payments on the disbursement list. The City Manager explained the refunds were water deposits that have been returned. The City Manager reported that Don Zuchelli, urban renewal consultant, could meet with Council re the site next to the Holiday Inn on either November 8 or 15. Council should check their schedule and let the City Manager's office know which date they prefer. The recommendations of the Design Review Comm. noted as follows: (1) The Committee recommends that: A. The City Council approve the amended design plans for Parcel 65-2b with the Old Armory arch (if it can be obtained) approximately even with the wall face and in front of an alcove recessed into the wall as the preferred option; and B. That a lease be granted to the developers as necessary to allow the brick facade to be constructed on the west wall. (2) The Committee recommends that: A. The proposed design plan for the facade and canopy at 121 East College not be approved due to violations of a. through f., Building Design section and the Sign section of Chapter (9)d of the Municipal Code; B. No action be taken by the applicant, Mr. Ambrose, until the Council has reviewed the project; and C. ■ .. m u Mr. Ambrose seek professional design direction before proceeding further with this development. The recommendations of the Housing Comm. noted as follows: (1) To extend the "403 Area" boundary to include the 900 block of North Gilbert Street as owner -occupied housing rehabilitation. This boundary extension will be considered by the City Council along with other recommendations for the 1986 CDBG program. No action is required at this time. (2) To support funding for housing rehabilita- tion and weatherization at the level of $180,000; support continuation of the shared housing program at $18,700. These recommendations relate to the use of 1986 CDBG funds. The City Council will consider these, along with other recommen- dations for the 1986 CDBG program, in November. (3) To investigate the feasi- bility of the function of an elderly/home services coordinator/case manager. This is the concept now being considered by the Congregate Housing Task Force. A more definitive proposal for 1986 CDBG funding will be presented to the Committee on Community Needs on October 1 and then forwarded to the City Council. (4) To amend Policies Governing Participation in Housing Assistance Programs Administered by the Iowa City Housing Authority, page 21, 15(2)C Utility Allowances, by adding the following: "In those cases where a family qualifies for water/sewer/trash allowance in computing tenant rental payment, that family will not be eligible for the "Reduced Fee for Low -Income Residents" as provided for in current City policy. A resolution on this proposed amendment will be on the agenda for the October 8, 1985, meeting. (5) That if the City -owned property at Rundell/Grant Court comes before Council to be sold, this property should be sold with receipts earmarked for housing use. An informal inquiry regarding this property has been made, but no formal bffer to buy has been received. The City Manager stated if the parcel is sold it would go through Council just as any other City property and could be sold with covenants. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-286, Bk. 87, pp. 769-771, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SOLICITATION i 7 OF OFFERS AND RECEIPT OF BIDS TO PURCHASE CERTAIN LAND FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT, KNOWN AS PARCEL "C" LOCATED IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR NOVEMBER 19, 1985, ON THE PROPOSED SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF SAID LAND; AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SUCH ACTIONS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-287, Bk. 87, pp. 772-777, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MID -EASTERN COUNCIL ON CHEMICAL ABUSE FOR THE USE OF 1985 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt. RES. 85-288, Bk. 87, p. 778, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZ- ING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE SPRUCE STREET DRAINAGE PROJECT TO JOE JONES CONSTRUC- TION, LTD., FOR $44,306.00. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt. RES. 85-289; Bk. 87, p. 779, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZ- ING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CREEKSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SIDEWALK PROJECT TO B&L ZIMMERMAN CONSTRUCTION, LTD., for $17,991.90. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-290, Bk. 87, pp. 780-784, APPROVING THE ACQUISITION AND PURCHASE OF THE EASEMENTS FROM THE HAWKEYE LAND COMPANY OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA, AND APPROVING THE FORM OF EASEMENT. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 85-291, Bk. 87, pp. 785-791, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT FOR INDEMNI- FICATION AND MAINTENANCE RELATING TO STEPS IN RIGHT-OF-WAY IN FRONT OF 510 SOUTH 9 !1 8 CLINTON STREET. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Strait, Zuber, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: Baker. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt ORD. 85-3257, Bk. 26, pp. 361-363, PROPOSED "NUCLEAR WEAPONS FREE IOWA CITY ORDINANCE' PRESENTED UNDER THE INITIATIVE PROCEDURES OF THE IOWA CITY CHARTER, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the notion carried, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Strait, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: Zuber. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adjourn, 8:20 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. For a more detailed & complete description of Council Activities & Disbursements, see Office,of it and Finance Department. dy¢�c s/JO MCDONA�AYOR s/Mma'; AR, P; JERK Submitted for publication on 10/3/85 COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES September 24, 1985 Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 9/24/85, 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: Ambrisco. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Milkman, Vitosh, Hencin, Farmer. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 85-C67, Side 2, 218 -End; 85-C71, Side 1, 1-192. Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 6-12, 1985, Fire Prevention Week; October 7-12, 1985, Local Government Week; October 6-13, 1985, Domestic Violence Awareness Week; September 24, 1985, Keith Kafer Day. The Mayor noted the addition of several beer/liquor, cigarette and dancing permits to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or approved and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Actions of the reg. mtg. of 9/10/85 and the special mtg. of 9/17/85, as published,, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: P&Z Comm. - 8/15/85; Airport Comm. - 8/8/85; Housing Comm. - 8/13/85, 9/10/85; Resources Conservation Comm. -8/12/85; Sr. Center Conn. - 8/14/85; Design Review Comm. - 9/11/85. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class C Beer Permit and . Sunday Sales for. Control Products Company dba Central Pharmacy Center, 701 E. Davenport St. Approving Class C Beer Permit for Mrs. Dale (Clarissa) Watt dba Watt's Food Market, 1603 Muscatine Avenue. Approv- ing Sunday Sales for Copper Dollar of Iowa City, Inc. dba Copper Dollar, 211 Iowa Avenue. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Robert D. Finley dba Bob's Beer Mart, 1910 S. Gilbert Street. RES. i 85-277, Bk. 87, p. 748, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving Class C Liquor License for H.W.A. Corp, dba Friday's, 121 E. College Street. RES. 85-278, Bk. 87, p. 749, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT. Approving Class E Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Quik Trip Corporation dba Quik Trip #503, 123 W. Benton. Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $3,020,892.30 for the period of 8/1 thru 8/31/85, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Rbsolutions: RES. 85-279, Bk. 87, p. 750, ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NUMBER 25 TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES of the City of Iowa City, Iowa. RES. 85-280, Bk. 87, pp. 751-757, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY. Setting public hearings: To set a public hearing on 10/8/85 on an ordinance establishing research -service facilities, warehouse and distribution centers as eligible for partial exemption from property taxes. Correspondence: Tamara and Davis Shawver declaring their property to be Nuclear Free Zones. Brian D. Taylor commending the Council for its vote on the Nuclear Free Zone Ordinance. Michael Reck, President of the Liberal Arts Student Association, supporting the .Nuclear Free Zone Ordinance. Nicky Stanke regarding traffic congestion at North Dodge -Prairie du Chien -North Summit, referred to the Traffic Engineer. National Computer Systems requesting financial assistance for an expansion of its facilities from the Community Economic Betterment funds. The City Manager is in the process of filing the necessary documents with the Iowa Development Commission. Edward Brinton submit- ting his resignation from the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee. Norbert Schulte of Old Capitol Cab Co. requesting a taxicab stand, referred to the Traffic Engineer. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following positions: Clerk Typist/Treasury; Cashier/Treasury; Treatment Plan Operator/Pollution Control; Assistant Water Superintendent/Water Division. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Margaret Beals for the use of public grounds for the Hospice Marathon to be held on 10/13/85, approved. Chamber of Commerce for a Sidewalk Event on 9/21-28/85 in downtown Iowa City, approved. Mike Murphy for the Second Annual Easter Seal Run to be held on 9/28/85, approved. David Hughes for the use of Blackhawk Minipark for voter registration from 9/10-19/85, approved. Mike Henry for the use of Blackhawk Minipark to display materials and sell crafts to benefit the Latin American Human Rights Advocacy Center on 9/10, 11, 12, 14, 24, 25, 26 and 29/85, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing on 10/8/85, on an ordinance to establish Planned Development Housing (ODPH-8) on 7.44 acres for Melrose Lake Apartments located on Woodside Drive extended. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0; Ambrisco absent. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing on 10/8/85, on an ordinance to vacate and a resolution to dispose of a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way to Hallmark Homes, Inc. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-281, Bk. 87, p. 758, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR LOTS 5-11 AND THE FINAL PLAT FOR LOTS 5-8 OF BLOCK 1, BRAVERMAN CENTER, a subdivision of Iowa City, Iowa. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: Dickson, Erdahl. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-282, Bk. 87, pp. 759-760, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR LOTS 4, 5B AND 7 OF BLOCK 1, BRAVERMAN CENTER, Iowa City, Iowa. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Strait, Zuber, Baker. Nays: Dickson, Erdahl. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Baker, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-283, Bk. 87, pp. 761-764, APPROVING AN AMENDED PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDEN- TIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR NATIONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS, INC., located at 2510 North Dodge Street. Staffinember Milkman stated agreement had been reached re future negotiation on the local of a road and a note placed on the LSNRO plan that 38 trees would be planted on the property, placement to be determined at a later time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt. RES. 85-264, BK. 87, pp. 765-766, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS OF HOLLOWAY SUBDIVISION, a county subdivision. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on the issuance of $4,200,000 Parking System Refunding Revenue Bonds. Jim Spratt, 2119 Davis, appeared. Finance Director Vitosh present for discussion. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-285, Bk. 87, pp. 767-768, INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $4,200,000 PARKING SYSTEM REFUNDING REVENUE BONDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Resources Conservation Comm. - three vacancies for three-year terms ending 1/1/89; Bd. of Adjustment - one vacancy for a five-year term ending 1/1/91; Bd. of Appeals - one vacancy for a five-year term ending 12/31/90; Ed. of Examiner of Plumbers -one vacancy for a journeyman plumber for a two-year term ending 12/31/87; Human Rights Comm. - three vacancies for three-year terms ending 1/1/89; P&R Comm. - two vacancies for four-year terms ending 1/1/90. These appointments will be made at the 11/19/85 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to appoint Thomas Newton, 1212 Ginter, to the Housing Comm. for an unexpired term ending 5/1/87; to appoint Sally Dierks, 905 Weeber Street, to the P&Z Conn. for an unexpired term ending 5/1/86; and to appoint Mike Messier, 1310 Dover, to the Bd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term ending 1/1/87. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Councilmember Strait mentioned Council discussion the previous evening re a signal at West Benton and Mormon Trek and Council will take action after the Traffic Engr. had finished the necessary investigation. Baker questioned the permit status of the flower vendor on North Dubuque and Taft Speedway. The City Manager and City Clerk outlined the procedure for peddler permits of vendors going door-to-door and stated no permit is required for vending on private property with permission of the property owner. Staff will investi- gate if this is private property. Baker referenced the memo from the City Manager re the alley paving behind the Press -Citizen Building and questioned Council action. The City Manager stated the matter will be scheduled during Council discussion of other Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). Baker noted a number of refunds for water payments on the disbursement list. The City Manager explained the refunds were water deposits that have been returned. The City Manager reported that Don Zuchelli, urban renewal consultant, could meet with Council re the site next to the Holiday Inn on either November 8 or 15. Council should check their schedule and let the City Manager's office know which date they prefer. The recommendations of the Design Review Comm. noted as follows: (1) The Committee recommends that: A. The City Council approve the amended design plans for Parcel 65-2b with the Old Armory arch (if it can be ob- tained) approximately even with the wall face and in front of an alcove recessed into the wall as the preferred option; and B. That a lease be granted to the developers as necessary to allow the brick facade to be constructed on the west wall. (2) The Committee recommends that: A. The proposed design plan for the facade and canopy at 121 East College not be approved due to violations of a. through f., Building Design section and the Sign section of Chapter (9)d of the Municipal Code; B. No action be taken by the applicant, Mr. Ambrose, until the Council has reviewed the project; and C. Mr. Ambrose seek professional design direction before proceeding further with this development. The recommendations of the Housing Comm. noted as follows: (1) To extend the "403 Area" boundary to include the 900 block of North Gilbert Street as owner -occupied housing rehabilitation. This boundary extension will be considered by the City Council along with other recommendations for the 1986 CDBG program. No action is required at this time. (2) To support funding for housing rehabilitation and weatherization at the level of $180,000; support continuation of the shared housing program at $18,700. These recommendations relate to the use of 1986 CDBG funds. The City Council will consider these, along with other recommendations for the 1986 CDBG program, in November. (3) To investigate the feasibility of the function of an elderly/home services coordinator/ case manager. This is the concept now being considered by the Congregate Housing Task Force. A more definitive proposal for 1986 CDBG funding will be presented to the Committee on Commu- nity Needs on October 1 and then forwarded to the City Council. (4) To amend Policies Go,•:rning Participation in Housing Assistance Programs Administered by the Iowa City Housing Authority, page 21, A5(2)C Utility Allowances, by adding the following: "In those cases where a family qualifies for wa- ter/sewer/trash allowance in computing tenant rental payment, that family will not be eligible for the "Reduced Fee for Low -Income Residents" as provided for in current City policy. A resolution on this proposed amendment will be on the agenda for the October 8, 1985, meeting. (5) That if. the City -owned property at Rundell/Grant Court comes before Council to be sold, this property should be sold with receipts earmarked for housing use. An informal inquiry regarding this property has been made, but no formal offer to buy has been received. The City Manager stated if the parcel is sold it would go through Council just as any other City property and could be sold .with covenants. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-286, Bk. 87, pp. 769-771, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SOLICITATION OF OFFERS AND RECEIPT OF BIDS TO PURCHASE CERTAIN LAND FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT, KNOWN AS PARCEL "C" LOCATED IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR NOVEMBER 19, 1985, ON THE PROPOSED SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF SAID LAND; AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SUCH ACTIONS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. .1 —_ -I---- __ . r 5 Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-287, Bk. 87, pp. 772-777, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH'THE MID -EASTERN COUNCIL ON CHEMICAL ABUSE FOR THE USE OF 1985 COMMUNITY. DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS. Councilmember Strait congratulated MECCA and the Council on funding efforts involved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt. RES. 85-288, Bk. 87, p. 778, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE SPRUCE STREET DRAINAGE PROJECT TO JOE JONES CONSTRUCTION, LTD., FOR $44,306.00. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt. RES. 85-289, Bk. 87, p. 779, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CREEKSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SIDEWALK PROJECT TO B8L ZIM4ERMAN CONSTRUCTION, LTD., for $17,991.90. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-290, 8k. 87, pp. 780-784, APPROVING THE ACQUISITION AND PURCHASE OF THE EASEMENTS FROM THE HAWKEYE LAND COMPANY OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA, AND APPROVING THE FORM OF EASEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, 'seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 85-291, Bk. 87, pp. 785-791, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT FOR INDEMNIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE RELATING TO STEPS IN RIGHT-OF-WAY IN FRONT OF 510 SOUTH CLINTON STREET. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Strait, Zuber, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: Baker: Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt ORD. 85-3257, Bk. 26, pp. 361-363, PROPOSED NUCLEAR WEAPONS FREE IOWA CITY ORDINANCE PRESENTED UNDER THE INITIATIVE PROCEDURES OF THE IOWA CITY CHARTER, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Strait, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: Zuber. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adjourn, 8:20 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. John McDonald, Mayor Marian Karr, City Clerk COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES October 8, 1985 Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 10/8/85, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: Ambrisco. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Melling, Timmins, Karr, Franklin, Fosse, Seydel, Cain, Milkman, Moen. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 85-C71, Side 1, 192 -End and Side 2, 1 -End; 85-C75, Side 1, 1-338. Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 1985 as National Issues Forum Month; October 6-12, 1985, as Minority Enterprise Development Week; October 15, 1985, as White Cane Safety Day, Mr. Jim Wayland accepting the proclama- tion; October 20-26, 1985, as Lupus Awareness Week. The Mayor noted the addition of a Liquor License transfer to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the follow- ing items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or approved and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Actions of the reg. mtg. of 9/24/85, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Riverfront Comm. - 9/4/85; Resources Conservation Comm. - 9/9/85; Human Rights Conn. - 8/26/85; P&R Comm. - 9/12/85; Historic Preservation Comm. - 9/12/85; Bd. of Library Trustees - 9/26/85; Civil Service Comm. - 9/24/85; P&Z Comm. - 9/19/85. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Special Class C Beer -Wine License and Sunday Sales for Schlo-Bar Inc. dba Super Spud Food Shoppe, Old Capitol Center. Approving Class B Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for T.I. Investments, Inc. dba Godfather's Pizza, 5321 Highway 1 West. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Hilltop Taverns, LTD, dba Hilltop Lounge, 1100 North Dodge Street. Refunding portion of Class C Beer and Sunday Sales for Gilbert Street Corporation dba Ye Olde Keg Shoppe. RES. 85-292, Bk. 87, p. 791, REFUND CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving transfer of Liquor License to Pamela A. Hanes dba Kitty Hawk, 1012 Gilbert Ct. Setting public hearings: To set a public hearing on 10/22/85, on an amendment to the river regulations in the Municipal Code regarding towing, special events permitting and vessel operation. Resolutions: Res. 85-293, Bk. 87, p. 792, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE KIRKWOOD CIRCLE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. Correspondence: Charles A. Barker, representing Mr. and Mrs. Nick Peet, requesting that the alley adjacent to 1225 East Davenport be vacated by the City, referred to PPD for reply. Jim Surratt suggest- ing methods for increasing revenue in the Transit Department. Agnes Kuhn expressing appreciation for the Council's support of the Nuclear Free Ordinance. Janet Hoffey expressing appreciation for the improve- ments to the Melrose Court street and sidewalks. Council Activities October 8, 1985 Page 2 Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Homecoming council for a Spirit March for shorter march roun route. Barbara on10/3/85, 1B1/ckhawkaMiniperkfon 9/27-9/28/85, to sell Community Theater tickets for a benefit perform- ance, approved. Linnea Caldeen for the use of Blackhawk Minipark on 9/28/85, for a used book sale to benefit the Science Fiction League of Iowa Students, approved. Tim Button for a Johnson County Freeze Campaign Walk-a-Thon on 10/12/85, approved. Application for Use of City Plaza: Vernon Piel for permission to make a film in the fountain area on 9/28/85, approved. Affirmative roll call unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to set a public hearing for 10/22/85 on an ordinance enabling local review of nominations of local properties to the National Register of Historic Places. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing for 10/22/85 on an ordinance enabling the Building Official to issue a temporary certificate of occupancy. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. was Development HousingnOverlayheld Zone o(ODPH-8)ordinance 7.44tacresestablish MelroseaLake Apartments located on Woodside Drive extended. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to accept and place on file correspondence from Betty Thomas and Jeffrey Knox. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The following people appeared: Lance Salisberry, 507 N. Linn, representing his parents who reside on Oakcrest; Al Thomas, 1005 Tower Ct.; Jeff Smith, 625 Brookland Pk. Dr.; Craig Alexander, 871 Woodside Dr.; Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Jeannie Williams, 910 Oakcrest; and staffinembers Karin Franklin and Marianne Milkman. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to vacate and a resolution to dispose of a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way south of its extension into the proposed Vista Park Village subdivision. Loren Hershberger, developer of Vista Park Village, and staffinember Karin Franklin appeared. The City Attorney raised concerns re the land disposal process. Staff will meet with Mr. Hershberger to set a price on the property and place the appropriate item(s) on the agenda for the special Council meeting on 10/16. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to defer the ordinance vacating a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way until October 22. After discus- sion.the motion was withdrawn. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, that the ordinance to vacate a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Council Activities October 8, 1985 Page 3 The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission requesting the FY87-91 Capital Improvements Program include the completion of Scott Blvd. Phase III and IV to Rochester Avenue in FY87-88 and that paving of Taft Speedway be moved to FY90, noted. A public hearing was held on an ordinance establishing research -service facilities, warehouses and distribution centers as eligible for partial exemption from property taxes. Staffinember Patt Cain appeared to answer questions. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Baker, to appoint William O'Brien, 1 Pendale Terrace, to the Riverfront Commission for a three-year term ending 12/1/88 and readvertise the vacancy for an unexpired term ending on the Resources Conservation Comm. The Mayer declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. Councilmember Baker reported on an afternoon meeting of the Environ- mental Ad Hoc Committee and requested that Council consider an amendment to the Committee's by-laws to add one voting member from the Parks and Recreation Commission and to make the Chamber of Commerce representative a voting member. Council concurred and staff will prepare the amendment. Baker also corrected a misquote that appeared in the 10/8 Daily Iowan. Recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission that the Commission be involved in the selection of the joint -use facility, commit- tee, and that they be involved in the planning process as well. Recommendation of the Riverfront Commission that the City Ordinance be amended to incorporate the Iowa Conservation Commission's adopted rule: No person shall operate any vessel towing persons on water skis, surfboards or similar devices on the Iowa River in the area bounded by the Coralville Mill Dam and the Burlington Street Dam, except during regattas, races, marine —parades, tournaments or exhibitions authorized by the State Conservation Commission to be held in such area. A public hearing on this proposed amendment is being set for 10/22/85. Moved by Strait, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 85-294, Bk. 87, pp. 793-798, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF CHANGES TO THE POLICIES GOVERNING PARTICIPATION IN HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 85-295, Bk. 87, pp. 799-820, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT - KC -9166 AND DEPOSITORY AGREEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-296, Bk. 87, pp. 821-829, REVISING THE FY1986 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR PUBLIC HOUSING. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities October 8, 1985 Page 4 Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-297, Bk. 87, pp. 830-834, ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR NAMING NEW STREETS. Strait noted the policy was not mandatory. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 85-298, Bk. 87, p. 835, AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF INITIATION OF CONSTRUCTION ON URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 65-2b. The Mayor stated the parcel was the back corner of Blackhawk Minipark recently sold to the new owners of the Paul -Helen Building. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 85-299, Bk. 87, pp. 836-841, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH HANDICARE, INC. FOR THE USE OF 1985 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A PASSENGER VAN, the amount of the agreement is $13,350. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/0, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Dickson, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: None. Abstaining: Erdahl. Absent: Ambrisco. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-300, Bk. 87, pp. 842-844, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT REGARDING A PROPOSED JOINT SWIMMING POOL/RECREATION FACILITY PROJECT. (Erdahl left room.) The City Manager stated the City funding would come from the Parks and Recreation Commis- sion reserve, from the hotel/motel tax, and some cost sharing would be incurred by the School District. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl and Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-301, Bk. 87, pp. 845-854, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE SANITARY LANDFILL LEACHATE LIFT STATION (THE NOT TO EXCEED FEE IS $13,200). (Erdahl returned.) The City Manager stated the project would be funded from the enterprise fund for the landfill. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-302, Bk. 87, pp. 855-856, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING WITHDRAWAL OF THE BID BY JOE JONES CONSTRUCTION, LTD. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SPRUCE STREET DRAINAGE PROJECT PROJECT AND APPROVING THE RELEASE OF THE CONTRACTOR'S BID BOND SUBMITTED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The City Attorney explained the contract had not been executed to Joe Jones at the time they requested withdrawal. Therefore, the City could proceed to the next low bidder, Murray Excavating. Also Murray agreed to do the project for the same i price as Joe Jones, no additional cost would be incurred by the City, and that Joe Jones bid bond would also be returned. Civil Engr. Fosse stated work would begin by the end of the week. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities October 8, 1985 Page 5 Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-303, Bk. 87, pp. 857-858, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT WITH MURRAY EXCAVATING AND GRADING FOR THE SPRUCE STREET DRAINAGE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $44,306.00. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance amending Section 25-2 of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City authorizing the Director of Parks and Recreation to establish traffic and parking regula- tions in City Parks, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn 9:20 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. C/ MAYMF- MARIAN K. RR, C11Y C ERK Informal Council Meeting i October 1, 1985 Informal Council Mtin : October 1, 1985 at 6:30 P.M. in the Iowa City/Johnson oun yeeSen or Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Council Present: McDonald, Strait, Zuber, Dickson, Baker. Absent: Erdahl, Ambrisco. I jStaff Present: Berlin, Melling, Karr plus Iowa City department heads as listed. Tape Recorded: Reel 85-C72, Side 1 and 2, All; 85-C73, Side 1, 1-279. Berlin asked department heads to summarize past activities and discuss major issues that will impact on next year's budget. Senior Center - Bette Meisel Reel 85-C72, Side 1 Accomplishments: 64,000 visits, 199 volunteers giving 14,000 hours of volunteer labor, Eldercraft Shop earned $8,000 for consignors, and the Senior Center Post. Goals: Volunteer specialist. Meisel explained the purpose of the Senior Center is to give people the opportunity to do what makes life better for themselves and other people. Meisel noted the Senior Center Post is received by 5,300 households, serves as an outreach for service providers, and gives people an opportu- nity to work on the paper. Meisel explained that elderly people do want to volunteer but only with short term jobs and a volunteer specialist is needed to create those jobs. Library - Lolly Eggers Reel 85-C72, Side I Accomplishments: Library generated revenue increased to 16%, first quar- ter library fine income increased 85%, increased user input regarding library services, decreased use of library by University of Iowa students, improved tax form service, expanded use of the microcomputers, provided products useful to the public, 53,000 cardholders. Goals: Library Board working hard to identify the supplemental sources and funding alternatives and a need for additional staff and a larger collection. Eggers explained that there is continued growth of use of the library, the library collection is not growing fast enough, and staff size has remained stable. Eggers noted that the Iowa City population is young, highly educated, and a high-tech population in that users use library services at a rate equivalent to a municipality of 150,000-180,000 population. In response to McDonald, Eggers said the foundation is gearing up for the endowment drive and is applying for a national endowment of humanities grant to supplement the endowment fund. r 3 l -2 - Parks and Recreation - Al Cassady Reel 85-C72, Side 1 Accomplishments: Junior Olympics, Parks and Recreation State Conference held in Iowa City, work with Planning and Zoning staff and Commission on neighborhood open space plan and minimum open space ordinance, completed lighting and fencing and diamond improvements at Mercer Park, completed soccer field at Scott Park, did handicapped accessibility work, completed restroom facility in upper City Park, handicapped playground project at Horace Mann School and North Market Square Park, asphalt entry to Little League site at City Park, installation of handicapped entry at Rec Center Pool, named outstanding community in country for providing special popula- tions programs, named outstanding community in providing sports and fit- ness recreational services, implemented three ten -week programs in adult recreation, and acquired Hunters Run and Ryerson's Woods parks. Goals: Joint pool facility, renovation of City Park pool, acquisition and development of large sports complex for outdoor activities, continued development of Mesquakie Park and Ryerson's Woods, establish a new five-year plan for parks, complete recreational survey of users' needs, and restroom facility for Napoleon Park. Cassady explained that Parks and Recreation is looking for new sources of funding including using increased user fees and establishing a parks and recreation department foundation. Cassady explained that they are looking i at areas for increased volunteerism, application for grants and coopera- tion with other agencies. McDonald inquired about the need for an outdoor facility. Cassady explained that the Council will need to address the need for additional facilities due to increased requests and use of the present facilities. Strait asked about increased user fees. Cassady explained the Parks and Recreation Commission will study alternative fee increases and could receive an estimated $50,000 to $100,000 from the increased fees. Cassady explained that the current Parks and Recreation budget deficit was due in part to a 40% increase in utility costs at the Recreation Center. Human Relations - Anne Carroll Reel 85-C72, Side 1 Accomplishments: Cost control, implemented new health insurance coverage for employees, sick leave payout freeze, reduced City's liabilities, implemented new sick leave control, newsletter, in-house training pro- grams, employee participation efforts, wellness program, manual review of pay timesheets for fair labor standards compliance. Goals: Half-time staff position requested. Carroll noted that the Human Relations function helps the City work better and more cost-effectively and creates a supportive work environment. Carroll noted that there were increased administrative workloads and responsibilities and requested an additional half-time staff person due to concerns about the department's ability to carry out the personnel func- tions. Carroll stated that next year will be back to basics with no new additional programs or services. Zuber emphasized that State and Federal funds are being cut and there is not money available for more staffing. McDonald noted that demands for services keeps increasing. Berlin stated that the State and Federal S-3.1 -3 - cutbacks on revenue sources add to the increased demands on staff. Zuber said the City needs to maintain basic services such as the police, fire, maintenance and sewer systems but other services have to be more self- sustaining. Finance Department - Kevin O'Malley, Reel 85-C72, Side 1 O'Malley explained that the Finance Department has three concerns: balanc- ing the inouat system. self-insurance and risk management, e-ra rad- inthe mainframe computer Straitinquiredaboutselfinsunce. O'Malley explained that the City would buy umbrella or coverage for the extreme cases. Strait requested more information about self-insurance. Fire Department_7__ Bob Keating Reel 85-C72, Side 1 Accomplishments: Responded to 750 emergency alarms last year including 450 first responder/emergency medical responses, $600,000 fire loss, 2,000 inspections with 97% in compliance. erviceable and ac Knnstetegnegood shape sKeatingnotedhe is Patedno major equipment expenses inthe uture looking forward to the remodeling of the central station. Strait inquired about the Fire Department's contract with the University of Iowa. Keating explained that the contract is updated every year and the University of Iowa's costs for fire protection are based on square footage of the Uni- versity of Iowa buildings. Police Department - Harvey Miller Reel 85-C72, Side 2 Accomplishments: Responded to 40,000 complaints and 54,000 other con- estimatmaintained 2800 reportableiaccidents this complaints, will respond to an Miller explained that the Police Department will submit a future plan for law enforcement for the community and is establishing a priority response system. Dickson inquired about the number of women on the patrol force. e. Iowaestated has the high highest femalthere are e rep een on the sentationfinca policeoll departmeh at department aowa. De artment of Planning and Pro ram Develo ment - Reel 85-C72, Side 2 Don Schme ser Schmeiser explained that the Department of Planning and Program Develop- ment is comprised of five divisions and responsible for the following six functions: operation of CDBG programs, Johnson County Council of Govern- ments Human Services planning program, Johnson County Council of Govern- ments Transportation Planning program, Johnson County Council of Governments Rural Planning program, Johnson County Urban Planning program, and the Urban Planning and Development Division. r- 3s4 -4- CDBG Division Accomplishments: Kirkwood Circle Reconstruction Project, Nelson Adult Center Renovation, Playground Equipment for Longfellow School and North Market Square Park, initiation of Rental Rehab Program, and a study of Congregate Housing market. Goals: Goodwill renovation, the Domestic Violence Project shelter rehabilitation, MECCA project, accessibility restroons at City Park, acquisition of Miller -Orchard parkland. Schmeiser explained that due to the anticipated decrease in the amount of CDBG funding, City Council needs to look at the policy regarding the use of CDBG monies or operations of programs. j Johnson County Council of Governments Human Services Planning Program Accomplishments: Training sessions for budget preparation for agen- cies, assisted in preparation of grant applications for a summer feed- ing program for children, assisted local farm families, established program for free bus passes. Goals: Update services index, encourage County to contribute towards operating funds, look for alternative grant sources. Johnson County Council of Governments Transportation Planning Program i Accomplishments: Downtown parking system financial and future needs study, resolve traffic flow problems in Capitol Street Ramp, determine adequacy of Dubuque Street ramp in relation to the two additional levels, administered UMTA Section 3 and Section 9 programs, prepared unified work program and transportation improvement program. Goals: Complete and implement transit route study, update Iowa City area bikeways plan, update 1983 street and highway plan, prepare RISE program application. Schmeiser explained the transportation planning program is working to maintain the City's eligibility for State and Federal funding programs and is pursuing Federal and State transit capital and operation funds. Johnson County Council of Governments Rural Planning Division Schmeiser explained that this division as supported by the Council does not provide direct services to the City. This division assisted with the adoption of Iowa City/Johnson County Airport Zoning Ordinance, development of the amended policy for Area 4 Fringe Area Agreement, and developed mutual aid agreements with the area fire districts. Urban Planning and Development Division i Accomplishments: Adoption of the zoning ordinance and map, adoption of the amended sign regulations, urban environment policies, Iowa City Holiday Inn/UDAG close-out, Parcel 65-2b disposition, compilation of industrial site information for First Capitol Development. i -5- Goals: Adopt neighborhood open space ordinance, develop amendments to the OPDH zone, develop ordinance to carry out recommendations of Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee, stormwater management study, revision of subdivision regulations, outline strategy for updating Comprehensive Plan, develop brochure illustrating development processes in Iowa City and develop a performance of developmental cost study. Schmeiser stated that a draft of the updated Comprehensive Plan or a development of a new Comprehensive Plan is needed, the Council will need to adopt a proposed new subdivision regulations, and there needs to be a recreation of local assistance and incentive programs for expansion of local businesses and the attraction of new industry. Strait asked what the impact would be if the Department of Planning and Program Development lost one employee. Schmeiser said the department would need to reduce the number of projects and work items that the department could undertake. Transit Department - Larry McGonagle Reel 85-C72, Side 2 McGonagle explained the Transit Department is trying to increase revenues and cut costs by looking for paid advertisement on buses, including adver- tisement in the transit booklet; working with Equipment Division to cut costs by training mechanics and through a reporting system; and establish- ing training and safety programs for the transit system. Goals: Insure quality of fleet, work with other systems throughout Iowa to continue Federal and State funding at present levels, a State-wide marketing program for transit, identify areas to reduce costs. McGonagle said there is a need to computerize information for the system. McDonald inquired about Transit service levels. McGonagle said ridership could increase. Zuber stated additional information should be included in the ridership statistics. Berlin noted that he could not see a dip in rider- ship as a result of the change of rates. Strait asked how much more the City could increase fares. McGonagle said none. Public Works - Chuck Schmadeke Reel 85-C72, Side 2 Accomplishments: 2,000,000 gallon Rochester Avenue water storage tank, reduction of leachate flows at the Sanitary Landfill, elimination of surface runoff of leachate, reconstruction of Iowa Avenue bridge complete, Burlington Street bridge under construction, sanitary sewer pro7'ects under construction this year include Taft Speedway sewer extension, the sanitary sewer rehabilitation work and the University's completion of separation of storm water and sanitary sewer collection systems. Goals: Storm water control projects in the Benton/Orchard St, area, pavement improvements on Dubuque Street, Dubuque Road and alley, repair of small bridge decks, construction of wastewater plant and collection system improvements, and looking at methods to correct problems of the taste and odor control at the wastewater plant. -E-31Z -6 - Housing and Inspection Services - Doug Boothroy Reel 85-C72, Side 2 Code Enforcement: Boothroy explained that Code Enforcement deals with en orcemen o regulation concerns by citizens and stated that it is critical to establish good first impressions to improve cooperation and treatment of those concerns. Boothroy said staff has been reorganized to make one person available from 8 to 5 daily to provide assistance to people and to expedite their inquiries. Boothroy stated that the Code Enforcement area has been improved by developing records and a tracking system and has achieved compliance on most issues raised by complainants. Code Enforcement has achieved a greater than 70% compliance with issues raised. Boothroy explained there have been changes in procedures and handling complaints by the adoption of new regulations including the vehicle ordinance. Boothroy said work is being done in the amending of the state code to decriminalize the provisions to allow use of a civil citation process in enforcement procedures. Boothroy noted that the Building Department is issuing more building permits and doing more inspections but revenues are down. Housing accomplishments: Shared Housing project approved by Council, ong ate Housing study committee recommendations to CCN regarding the establishment of a congregate case manager, continued work in assisting housing. Boothroy stated that the housing operation needs to be computerized. McDonald inquired about fees. Boothroy stated an increase in fees for housing and building inspections is recommended because fees are down substantially down from last year. Boothroy explained one of the reasons the fees have decreased is that most properties have completed the one time certification for structure compliance and paid the $20 fee. Boothroy noted that fees in housing have not been raised for a number of years. Strait inquired about the use of firefighters for inspection. Boothroy stated firefighters are used only on a limited basis for inspec- tion but the Housing Department does consult with firefighters on a regu- lar basis. Baker inquired about proposed fee increases for smaller projects. Boothroy noted that building fees are administered on a scale. City Attorney - Terry Timmins Reel 85-C73, Side 1 Timmins explained the City Attorney's office is involved in converting the office to a law office which will result in improved performance. Timmins also explained the office is being reorganized and personnel assignments streamlined. Timmins said the City Attorney's office is addressing how to manage and fund the City's tort liability risk and will examine the bene- fits and feasibility of self-insurance risk management system. Timmins noted that a self-insurance system necessitates additional costs for personnel, tort litigation, hardware and software for recordkeeping sys- tem, and the setting aside of a reserve. Timmins stated that if the City does implement a self-insurance risk management program, the City Legal Department will request additional appropriations for staff and computer equipment. -r 3f -7 - City Clerk - Marian Karr Reel 85-C73, Side i Karr distributed a list of duties of the City Clerk's office and stated that space needs are a high priority. Accomplishments: microfilmed more than 100,000 documents, reduced amount of retention space needed for storage of hard copy documents, completed review of several automated microfilm retrieval systems and purchased a Kodak automatic microfilm retrieval system. Goals: Have microfilm retrieval system operating by early 1986. McDonald stated that Iowa City employs a fine group of professionals and thanked departments for their work. Council Time Reel 85-C73, Side 1 I. Luber said the traffic is horrendous on Benton Street due to the Burlington Street bridge repairs. Berlin said staff will check on it. 2. Baker inquired about the franchise. McDonald explained Timmins is drafting a memo to Council. Berlin said a discussion will be sched- uled on November 7. 3. Dickson requested staff check on the mud on Ashley and Sunset Street due to construction. 4. Baker inquired about the construction on the front of Hands Jeweler. Berlin stated work is being done on the face of that building. 5. Helling inquired about rescheduling the Boards and Commission meeting. Helling said the meeting will tentatively be rescheduled for November 7 at 3:30 PM. =-31� I L, Informal Council Discussion October 7, 1985 Informal Council Discussion: October 7, 1985 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council am ers a e iv me enter. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Council Present: McDonald, Erdahl, Strait, Zuber, Baker, Dickson. Absent: Ambrisco. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Milkman, Beagle, Cain. i Tape Recorded: Reel 85-C70, Side 1, 524 -End, Side 2, All; Reel 85-C74, Side ' 1 and Side 2, All, j Gas and Electric Franchise Reel 85-C70, Side 1 I McDonald stated Council received an October 3, 1985 memo from Timnins regarding the Iowa -Illinois Franchise: Pro ress of Council Discussion. City Council members iscussed the franchise fee, including a review of the ! previous Council discussions, the amount of the franchise fee, earmarking of the franchise fee revenues, and utilizing the franchise fee to fund a utility specialist. Baker, in reference to an alternative proposed by Timmins, recommended the City impose a one-half percent franchise fee but reserve the right in the future to impose another one-half percent fee. Timmins said he did not know of another community that used such a provision and the Council would have the authority to impose an additional one-half percent if it is in the ordinance and approved by the voters. There was not a Council majority that agreed to the recommendation. McDonald asked if a majority of the Council favored a franchise fee. McDonald 1 noted that Council voted 3-3 for the franchise fee and stated it was not a Council majority that favored the franchise fee. Erdahl stated there exists a majority of Councilmembers that favor a franchise fee but disagree on the amount of the fee. Erdahl stated that once Council decided in favor of the franchise fee, Councilmembers then need to decide upon the amount of the fee. McDonald stated that the franchise fee vote by Council was only informal action and that there was not a majority of Councilmembers that favored the franchise fee. Timmins stated that Council needs to discuss underground service, the City's rote in energy conservation program requirements and rate increase requests, the ten year franchise buyout option, purchase of power from other sources/cogeneration/buyback/wheeling fee, termination due to breach, and relocation. Underground Service. Timmins explained that the present ordinance only identifies one underground area and new provisions in the ordinance would allow Council to specify other underground districts and require the utility company to submit plans for T 35 , ■ __. _ _ -1 -1 --- --- 1r 2 Putting services underground. Timmins said the utility regulatory ordinance or franchise would not specify how costs would be handled because of the ICC's regulatory powers regarding those costs. In response to Baker, Timmins said telephone, gas and cable firms would be affected by the provision. Baker stated that something should be done about telephone junction boxes in front yards. Council agreed to the provisions as discussed. Customer Complaints. Council agreed that the City should not be involved with individual customer complaints. Energy Conservation Program Requirements and Rate Increase Requirements. Timmins stated the City does not have the authority to dictate energy conservation program requirements because they are with the ICC's purview. Baker inquired about the ordinance provisions Section 33.174, 33.175 and 33.177 as they relate to consumer protection issues. Baker suggested that the Resource Conservation Commission have the authority to address those specific issues. Timmins stated the RCC could be referenced in the ordinance instead of the utility review commission. Council discussed how the RCC, utility specialist and utility review commission should be referenced in the ordinance. Timmins stated the Council can give administrative direction to the City Manager regarding how Council wants to fill the utility specialist's and utility review commission's positions. Berlin stated that there was a consensus by Council to have the RCC assume responsibilities. Baker inquired about the Section 33.177 requirements that conservation programs be submitted to the utility specialist and then the ICC for ap- proval. Timmins said the City does not have the authority to oversee a utility company's conservation program although the City could review the program and make recommendations. Berlin stated that: 1) Iowa City is in the process of negotiating a grant with the state for the City's Energy Conservation Program; 2) the current energy staff person does not have the time, resources or ability to carry out some of the specific functions; 3) the idea that the current energy person would have the time to carry out a utility specialist's responsibility is inconsistent with that person's current duties; and 4) additional functions cannot be done without money to support those functions. Erdahl reminded the Council that the RCC recommended hiring a qualified utility specialist. Council agreed with McDonald's suggestion to delete Section 33.174, 33.175, 33.177. Tinmins agreed to redraft Section 33.176. Ten Year Franchise Buyout Option. Council agreed to include the ten year franchise buyout option. Purchase of Power from Other Sources/Cogeneration/Buyback/Wheeling Fee. Timmins explained that these provisions back stop regulations that are currently in place. Council agreed to include the provisions. 1- 39 Termination due to Breach. Timmins stated that termination due to breach provisions was originally drafted by Jansen; are common in contracts; and would be included in the franchise ordinance. The Council agreed to include the provisions in the franchise ordinance. Relocation. Council agreed to include in the franchise ordinance the relocation provision Section 33.189B, which includes the statement, "for the purpose of facilitat- ing the vacation and redevelopment of public right-of-way by the city." Berlin stated Timmins will negotiate the language of the franchise with Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company. Timmins said he will indicate the Council's position to Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric and ask for response. He said he will update Council periodically. Planning & Zoning Matters Reel 85-C74, Side 1 A. Setting a public hearing for October 22 on an ordinance enablina loc Milkman stated Moen will provide Council with information at the October 21 meeting. B. Settin a ublic hearin for October 22 on an ordinance enablingthe u ng o c a o issue a emporary Certificate ot Uccupancy. Milkman stated that approval of this ordinance would enable building officials to issue a temporary Certificate of Occupancy when a parking area could not be paved due to settling of land or adverse weather conditions. C. Public hearing n an ordinance to establish a lanned develo ment housing overlay zone (OPOH-8) on 7.44 acres for Me rose Lake Apartments. Milkman stated the applicant has submitted a revised LSRD and requested 34 additional units, planning and zoning has recommended the applicant's request to reduce front yard requirements to ten feet, a summary report has been prepared addressing the Planning and Zoning Commission's reasons for recommending the PDH. Baker inquired about the amount of parking and number of bedrooms. Milkman stated that the original proposal had two bedrooms in each of the 38 units and stated staff can provide Council with additional information regarding the number of bedrooms and amount of parking. Baker also requested information regarding site elevations. In response to Dickson, Milkman said area residents have been notified. Baker asked Timmins what flexibility the City has for negotiating with the applicant after plans have been reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Timmins said he will need to study the proposal and will respond. Milkman said the property will need to be approved by the Department of Wastewater and Air Management. J__315 a Beagle said the applicant's $100 was equivalent to the assessed value per square foot of the property based on agricultural land value and does not reflect the intended residential development. Staff looked at assessed values of lots adjacent to the west half of the right-of-way within Court Hill Addition and recommended to apply a combined average of assessed values per square foot, including the applicant's lot and residential land on the west side of Peterson Street equaling $2,665.87. In response to Berlin, Beagle said the east half of Peterson Street right-of-way is 3,920.4 square feet. In response to Erdahl, Beagle stated the Planning b Zoning Commission did not address dispositions cost and indicated that cost was not part of their purview. Berlin inquired about the purchase price of the property. Beagle stated he did not know the purchase price. Beagle noted that staff has communicated with the two adjacent land owners in Court Hill and they have expressed willingness to acquire the west half portion abutting their property. Council will hear from the applicant/developer at the formal meeting tomorrow evening prior to making a decision. E. Consider a recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission regardin 1Ke--FY87-91 Capital Improvements Program. Milkman stated the change reflects the phasing of Scott Boulevard and ; that the FY87-91 Capital Improvements Program includes the completion of Scott Boulevard, phases 3 and 4, to Rochester Avenue in FY87/88. In response to Zuber, McDonald said the County and State are still negotiat- ing work on local road. Clear Creek Development Project Reel 85-C74, Side 1 Dr. Gene Marner introduced John Stuhr, Dan Schwitters, Mace Braverman and Ralph Stoffer and presented the following information about the Clear Creek Development project to Councilmembers. Clear Creek Investment Company (CCIC) owns 320 acres, is developing plans to build a high tech park intended for research and development activities, has prepared preliminary site plans, and has been in contact with potential clients. The Clear Creek Development project will utilize 220 acres for 21 building sites and 12,500 potential employees. The high tech park offers close proximity to the University, availability of highly qualified college graduates, and size for steady growth. Marner stated CCIC needs the support from Iowa City to establish sewer and water services to the area and paving of the frontage roads. Marner ex- plained that CCIC is prepared to spend a substantial amount of money to construct services on-site if the City is willing to work on the engineering, obtain easements and get financing for bringing infrastructure to the site. 2-3S I McDonald inquired about the availability of RISE funds for the project. Berlin stated that a letter has been sent to the IDOT but no decision has been made. In response to Dickson, Cain said the Clear Creek Development project area is shown on the Zoning Ordinance for interim development -office research parks. Marner said the CCIC will submit plans for preliminary approval within 30 days to ensure that building sites could be ready within one year for potential clients. Berlin stated that staff will prepare additional detailed information if Council agrees generally in principal to the proposal. Erdahl noted that CCIC should not have to bear the full cost of constructing the sewer and water services if development in the whole area is anticipated. Erdahl inquired about zoning changes. Cain stated that a public hearing for the research development park zone will be set at the Council's next formal meeting. McDonald noted that Councilmembers agreed to give a preliminary commitment to the proposal. Berlin stated that staff will prepare an agreement in princi- pal by resolution. Baker asked if the City would be responsible for 100% of the water main costs. Berlin stated the City is responsible for closing water main loops and only the water main 5,000 feet from Melrose to the entrance road would not be included. Baker asked about the financing commitment from the private sector. Berlin stated information will be presented to Council. Baker stated Council needs to discuss the IRB policy and the concept of high tech industry. Council authorized the $4500 match grant funds to CCIC. Cain stated staff will prepare a memorandum of agreement. Ray Muston noted his appreciation to Council. Council Time Reel 85-C74, Side 2 1. (Agenda Item 17) Baker inquired about wording of the School Board -City agreement regarding a proposed joint swimming pool/recreation facility project. Berlin stated that facilities within the building have not been determined and the type of facility will determine the City's level of participation. Baker inquired about consulting fee payment. Berlin stated that payment may not have to be made on the front end. 2. In response to Dickson, Berlin said he will check the status of the traffic light at Sunset and Highway 1. Appointments Reel 85-C74, Side 2 Riverfront Commission: William O'Brien Resources Conservation Commission: Readvertise ._- 35 n