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MEMORANDUM
DATE: September 27, 1985
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
RE: Informal Agendas and Meeting Schedule
October 1,
1985
Tuesday
6:30 - 8:45
P.M.
Senior Center Classroom
6:30
P.M. -
Pre -Budget Discussion - Council Meeting
with Department Heads
8:30
P.M. -
Council time, Council committee reports
October 2,
1985
Wednesday
3:30
P.M.
a in C.iI Council d Chairpersons
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of Boards/Commissions
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October 7,
1985
Monday
6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
6:30
P.M. -
Review zoning matters
7:00
P.M. -
Cottonwood Tree Prohibition
7:10
P.M. -
Personnel Study
7:30
P.M. -
Clear Creek Development Project
8:00
P.M. -
Economic Development - Match Grant
8:15
P.M. -
Council agenda, Council time, Council committee reports
8:25
P.M. -
Consider appointments to Riverfront Commission and
Resources Conservation Commission
October 8, 1985 Tuesday
7:30 P.M. - Regular Council Meeting - Council Chambers
October 15, 1985 Tuesday
6:30 - 8:30 P.M. Council Chambers
6:30 P.M. - Civil Defense Procedures: Discussion with Civil Defense
Director
7:30 P.M. - Council time. Council committee reports
October 16, 1985 Wednesday
4:45 P.M. - Council Chambers
Special Council Meeting - Bond Sale (Separate agenda posted)
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September 27, 1985
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PENDING ITEMS
Priority B: Fees Study (October 21, 1985)
Transit System Study (November 1985)
Leasing of Airport Land for Commercial Use
City Administrative Procedures (November 1985)
Kirkwood/Dodge Signalization and Traffic Patterns
Coralville Milldam Project (October 1985)
Sidewalk Cafes (October 1985)
Newspaper Vending Machines (November 1985)
Stormwater Management Ordinance Review
Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance Evaluation
Meeting with Don Zuchelli re. Parcel 64-1a (November 15, 1985)
City Council FY87 Goal Setting Session (November 25, 1985)
Appointments to Senior Center Commission and Resources
Conservation Commission (October 22, 1985)
Appointments to Resources Conservation Commission, Board
of Adjustment, Board of Examiners of Plumbers, Human
Rights Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission
(November 19, 1985)
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM -
DATE: September 27, 1985
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager/,-�77M—�
RE: State Budget Cuts
A memorandum from the City Manager and Finance Director regarding the
financial position of the City was furnished to you in the information
packet of September 20. In this memo it was stated that the estimated
lost revenues as a result of the Governor's across-the-board budget cuts
would be $32,000. The guidelines for the cuts to cities were received
this past week, and it now appears that the amount will be more than
anticipated. The lost revenue to Iowa City is now projected to be $51,000.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: September 24, 1985
To: City Council
From: Dale Helling, Assistant City Manage
Re: Relocation of Current Campus Security Facility
Council recently requested information regarding plans by the University of
Iowa to relocate the current Campus Security offices. I contacted Mr. Dick
Gibson, Director of Facilities Planning, who gave me the following informa-
tion.
The relocation of this facility is dependent upon available funding. It is
budgeted for the current fiscal year. However, there will be
across-the-board budget cuts and funds currently budgeted for some University
activities will revert back to the State. Thus it is highly unlikely that
the relocation project will be completed during the current fiscal year.
Mr. Gibson did not speculate beyond the end of the current fiscal year.
However, he did indicate that the actual relocation, at whatever time in the
future, will depend on the availability of sufficient funding.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: City Council
FROM: Larry McGona
RE: Monthly Ride
Attached are monthl
in August, 1985, dr
'MONTH
WEEKDAY
WEEKDAY EVENING
SATURDAY
SATURDAY EVENING
FY
+(•)
FY
•(-)
FY
+(-)
FY
♦(-)
FY
+(-)
FY
+(-)
FY
+(-)
FY+(-)
FY
♦(-)
FY
♦(-)
FY
+(-)
FY
84
85
86
84
85
66
84
85
86
84
85
86
JULY
119,016
(30)
112,0
(2)
113 09
1
7317
(12)
7520
3
6626
12
15,019
(9)
11,208
25)
10,608
(5)
1377
(5)
1009
AUGUST131,511
2
11&44
LM
109 28
6
0
3
7737
13
6180
(20)
I1 784
(14)
0,)24
9)
1140
1
982
+(17)94(fi)
2)
SEPTEMBER
11 903
13
9991
l6
15,683
(16)
9,565
20
1588
(11)
1801
12
8
12 697
5
2,415
8)
5,029
33)
1904
(13)
1497
(21)
LOCT06ER
183,89313,422
NOVEMBER
186,97612,642
JL61
11,990
(6)
17,077
(15)
5,572
9)
1524
(21)
1431
(6)
DECEMBER
182,651
4
158 55
13
13,864
15)
10,790
(23)
0,750
IB
0,610
1)
1716
2
1902
10
JANUARY
202,237
6
185,09
8
13,737
6
11,659
(15)
9,434
7)
5,775
19)
1607
(13)
1293
(20)
FEBRUARY
214,641
1
207 451
3
16,671
3
15,117
(9)
0,969
9)
8,958
10)
2197
(3)
2061
(6)
NARCH
201,726
1
171,85
(15)
15,372
8
11,752
(24)
2,239
22
8,860
15)
2361
34
1955
(17)
APRIL
179,379
(2)
175,51
(2)
13,339
3
11,796
(12)
6,976
25)
5,626
8)
1721
(25)
1485
(14)
HAY
135,514
(1)
136,26
1
9257
(3)
6669
(6)
9,026
21)
4,230
1
1242
(19)
1230
(1)
4
JUNE
114,197
(10)
10,369
(3)
7769
(7)
5869
(24)
15,435
20
13,361
(13)
1508
23 1104
27)
TOTAL ?,023,681[2)
1,890,661 (7)
144,223
(4)
124,50
(14)
211,802
(13)IB/,p
(12)
19,881
5)
17,522
(12)
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MONTHLY RIDERSHIP STATISTICS
_ MONTH
JULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
—WOBER
NOVEMBER
2
DECEMBER
2
JANUARY
2
FEBRUARY
2!
MARCH
2i
APRIL
23
MAY
16
JUNE
13
TOTAL
2,39
*% of
MONTHLY RIDERSHIP STATISTICS
CITY OF IOWA CITY
CIVIC CENTER 410 E. WASHINGTON Si. IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240 (319) 356-503D
PRESS RELEASE
Date: September 25, 1985
Contact: Monica Moen, Associate Planner
Dept, of Planning & Program Development
356-5241
LIGHTS! CAMERAL ACTION!
In October, 1984, the City of Iowa City was awarded a $1,500 Iowa Connu-
nity Cultural Grant to produce a film of local historic architecture. The
purpose of the film is to bring recognition to the community's valuable
architectural heritage and to emphasize the need to preserve and protect
these irreplaceable resources. The film will feature a wide variety of
homes and structures which were built in the 19th century.
Weather permitting, a camera crew will be filming sites to be shown in the
film on Saturday, September 28, 1985. In case of rain, filming will be
postponed to Saturday, October 5, 1985.
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CHIC CENTER 410 E. WASHINGTON ST. IOWA CPY, IOWA 52240 (319)356-50M
NEWS RELEASE
Political Signs
September 27, 1985
In conjunction with the City Council elections, Iowa Citians are
reminded that both City and State laws regulate the type and placement
of political signs.
The Iowa City Sign Ordinance allows nonilluminated political signs,
none of which may exceed twelve square feet in area, to be displayed in
residential areas. Such signs shall not be erected earlier than thirty
days prior to the date of election, and all signs shall be removed no
later than seven days after the election. These signs should be displayed
on private property only. (The area between the sidewalk and the curb is
public property.)
A State law which became effective July 1, 1984, requires political
material, including yard signs, to include identification and the address
of the person responsible for the sign. If the sign is sponsored by an
organization, the name of the organization and one officer must appear in a
conspicuous place. Violation of this section of the State Code is a
simple misdemeanor with a maximum punishment of 30 days in jail and a
$100 fine.
FROM: Administrative Office
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Stade er: urges
counties to make Iowans
pay parking, traffic fines
Iowa counties tie losing hundreds
of thousands of down bccansa they
don't require motorists to pay delin-
gomt traffic and parking floss before
cmewleg a vehicle reghbadon.
Ordy two counties — Polk and Pot.
tawattamle — refuse torenew a reds•
talion H the ower has unpaid floe.
But that may chaps seen, particu-
larly In northwest Iowa, where an
lows State Patrol trooper is spear-
heading a drive to we the largely dor-
mant fiae•collactlon law in hit sia-
to 1000 that eve clet�tr a Lw
says registrations
wnerhas
may not 6e renewed u the ower has
aapdd traffic floc But the law Is
mandatory Only Is comtMs with a
popelsthon of at lead 200,000, so it app
plied only in Polk County. But law-
makers said other counties could
adirsolutlmatthecounty so%
Only
yPottawattantie County has
dale.
11115,1100 In UapaW PLen
Now, I.t Jim Hein, Cherokee post
Oommandr of the Iowa Stab Patrol,
is bringing the law to the attention of
county Officials in his district —
Woodba7. PlymoaW, Buena vlab,
wco®ry Conn, stands to collect
mora than $9,000 in unpaid flop from
tickets Issued just by troopers, Hain
said. adding that 60 percent of the
more than 200 delinquent warrants in
his altar ld bdoagU Woodbury Conn.
hmotorists. L& IofficialssaidSlous
City and Woodbury County combined
have Overdr traffic fines of around
W,001.'
Bern saw the law Mpg collect Bram
and also "protects the Integrity of the
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judicial
icciial system by providing an lm-
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When Hein race Uy asked the
Woodbury County Board Of Sapenl-
aors to consider the law, Clerk of
Court Colleen Yohtow said It would
opus the aunty b lswaulb sect "ea
� peepws eight to reghrter a
vehleW' Also, she said, Iowa law pro-
Melts the release of information
contained In warrants until after an
arrant
But WOOOM County Attorney Pat
McCormick saw the confidentiality
• prortdondosn'lapplytotheregistre-
tion renewal law.lsgwartive kpl et-
perts agree, citing a provision in the
law that Iasbucb IM clad of court to
"notary the county treasurer of that
county of all person against whom
and an acral warrant Is Issued and is
. outstanding."
The law went amoticed until the
. Legialstwe changed It this year. That
cane ttheryadHain,wbobegancoo-
taclog county attorneys and other
law enforcement officials seeking
their sapprt
Cawcersed About Confidentiality
Plymouth County supervisors asked
County Attorney Michael Dull to draw
up''s resolution for coaiiderailso, and
Woodbury County supervisors to
stiucted Molskow, to determine H the
plan could be instituted without drar-
tic change.
Molskow said she is concerned
about confidentiality the cost and bow
many employees would be required to
make it wort
McCormick said he plans to push for
passage.
while, officials In Polk and
Pottawaltamie counties praised the
system and said It required no addf-
tional staff or significant cast
"It's workloff exceptionally well,"
Laid Fred Horaer, Polk County trea-
surer.
In Pottawattamte County, where
supervLors adopted the law three
years ago, Treasurer Judy Am Miller
said, "It's definitely bringing to
dollen"
Dorothy Waterson of the
magistrate's ofilce saldsJune 1 Wt of
outstanding warrants in Poltawatta.
mie County settled neuty 200 people.
"At the very low cod, that's abeet
14,000," sbe sold. "That's money we
wouldn't have had otherwise."
State Patrol Major Wayne Peter -
am, field operation commander, said
be plans to meet with his field cap•
talm to follow Hein's lead In the rat
of the state. "Thee are hundreds of
thoaaands of dollars that to uocollect-
ad and this In a good concept for ad.
dressing We problem," he aM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Airport Commission ..............................................
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Airport Zoning Commission .......................................
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Board of Adjustment ...................
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Board of Appeals .................................................
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Board of Electrical Examiners and Appeals ........................
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jBoard
of Examiners of Plumbers ...................................
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JBoard
of Review ..................................................
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JBroadband
Telecommunications Commission ..........................
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Charter Review Commission ........................................
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Civil Service Commission .........................................
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Committee on Community Needs .....................................
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Oesign Review Committee ..........................................
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Historic Preservation Commission .................................
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Housing Commission/Housing Board of Appeals ......................
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Human Rights Commission ..........................................
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Library Board of Trustees ........................................
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Parks and Recreation Commission ..................................
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Planning and Zoning Commission ...................................
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Police and Fire Retirement Systems Joint Board ...................
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Resources Conservation Commission ................................
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Riverfront Commission ............................................
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Senior Center Commission .........................................
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Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee ...............................
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AIRPORT COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Iowa City Municipal Airport Commission is a five member board which
— exists for the purpose of administering the operation, maintenance and
management of the Iowa City Municipal Airport as a public facility in
accordance with local ordinances, state laws and federal regulations
— imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration. The Airport Commission is
established by public referendum under the Iowa Code, the membership of
same being appointed by a majority vote of the Iowa City Council. The
term of office for Airport Commissioners is six years, during which time
each Commissioner usually serves one year as Secretary and one year as
Chair of the Commission. The Airport Commission adheres to bylaws which
were most recently revised in 1978-79.
J ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
1. Proceed with implementation of the Master Plan.
i 2. Removed unnecessary displaced thresholds to increase usable runway
lengths.
3. Painted runway markings to required standards.
r, 4. Improved terminal ramp parking area lighting.
S. Developed plans for additional ramp parking.
6. Sponsored fourth annual Airport Breakfast and Paper Airplane Throwing
Contest.
i 7. Developed plans of storage facilities for airport snow removal equip=
ment.
8. Developed standards for individual fueling operations as required by
the FAA.
9. Developed plans for corporate hangar requirements.
10. Developed plans for rezoning airport property consistent with planned
_ development.
11. Installed a public aircraft wash area.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
1. Regain compliance status with the FAA.
— 2. Complete study to determine the feasibility of a commuter airline
servicing Iowa City.
3. Complete construction of corporate hangar facility.
4. Complete construction of airport equipment storage facility.
5. Develop plans for an Airport Industrial Park.
6. Revise and update Master Plan drawings to reflect changes.
7. Sponsor fifth annual Airport Breakfast and Paper Airplane Throwing
Contest.
8. Develop plans for acquisition of undeveloped land in Runway Clear
Zone.
9. Develop plans to generate additional revenue for airport operations.
10. Maintain and upgrade condition of existing airport buildings.
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PLANNED PROJECTS - NO SPECIFIC TARGET DATE
The Airport Commission is currently working with the City Council and the
City Manager to arrive at a plan for developing approximately 29 acres of
land on the Airport property. Successful development of this land would
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bring much needed revenue to the Airport Commission for Airport opera-
tions. If handled with care, this development should not adversely impact
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the environment nor the physical aspect of this part of Iowa City.
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Pre -application has been made for funds to finance the reconstruction of
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all runways, aerial easement acquisition and land for planned extension of
Runway 24.
An important plan which has benefited residents and businesses in the
vicinity of the Airport is the designation of runway 6-24 as the preferen-
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tial runway. This was provided for in the Master Plan for the Airport,
but should be pointed out here as a separate item as it is so very
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important for the future of the Airport and the City. As soon as funds
become available, an instrument landing system will be installed on runway
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6-24, and the runway will be lengthened. Runway 17-35 will then be
effectively shortened by relocating the threshold. Runway 6-24 will
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continue to be the preferential runway and will be able to accommodate
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instrument approaches as well as visual approaches, thus taking most of
the. air traffic in patterns which do not overfly residential and business
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COMMISSION MEMBERS
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Joseph A. Tiffany, Chairman
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Harry L. Lewis, Secretary
Emmit J. George
Jack H. Ashby
Robert H. Sokol
Fred W. Zehr, Airport Manager
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JOHNSON COUNTY -IOWA CITY AIRPORT ZONING COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In accordance with Chapter 329 of the Code of Iowa, the Board of Supervisors
of Johnson County and the City Council of Iowa City have co -established the
Johnson County -Iowa City Airport Zoning Commission.
It is the duty of this Commission to advise and make recommendations to the
Board of Supervisors and the City Council as to the appropriate zoning
requirements and other matters pertaining to the physical development of
areas of the County and the City surrounding the Iowa City Municipal Airport,
so as to maximize compatibility between Airport uses and the uses of the
adjacent land.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
The Commission reviewed input from the •public and the Federal Aviation
Administration while developing the Johnson County/Iowa City Airport Zoning
Ordinance. The Commission recommended the adoption of the ordinance to the
Johnson County Board of Supervisors and the Iowa City Council in the fall of
1984. Ordinance No. 84-3211 was passed and approved late in 1984 by both
bodies and is currently in effect in both Johnson County and Iowa City.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
As Iowa City expands to the south and west a careful analysis must be made of
the impact to the Iowa City Airport. The Commission will continue to meet to
review the zoning in the approaches to the runways at the Iowa City Airport
and will develop recommendations for zoning in the approach areas to prevent
incompatible land uses. with airport operations.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Richard Blum, Chairman
Joseph A. Tiffany, Secretary
Harold Donnelly
Stephen Lacina
Rod Perry
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Board of Adjustment is empowered through Chapter 414 of the Code of
Iowa and Section 36-91 of the Iowa City Municipal Code to interpret
provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, to grant special exceptions as
provided in the ordinance, to hear appeals to decisions made in the
enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance, and to grant variances to the Zoning
Ordinance for individual properties where the provisions of the ordinance
impose a unique and unnecessary hardship on the property owner and where
the granting of a variance is not contrary to the intent of the statute or
the public interest. The Board may also submit recommendations to the
Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council regarding amendments
to the Zoning Ordinance. The Board is a quasi-judicial body whose
decisions may be appealed directly to the District Court.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
The Board of Adjustment met 12 times during fiscal year 1985 and made the
following decisions:
Variances: One approved with conditions, seven denied, one with-
drawn.
Special Exception: Eight approved, 15 approved with conditions, two
denied.
Interpretations: None.
Appeal of Enforcement Action: None.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
The Board will continue to respond to appeals as they are presented and to
make recommendations regarding the Zoning Ordinance.
.BOARD MEMBERS
Scott Barker, Chairperson
Susan Mask
Lea VanderVelde
Peter Fisher
Robert Randall
KaHn Franklin, Secretary
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_ BOARD OF APPEALS
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
It is
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triresponsibility
Board
byitSCereviewtheUnform Bung Cdethe UnifrmBuilding Code Standato
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Uniform Fire Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code and the Uniform Code for the
— Abatement of Dangerous Buildings; to update and recommend code amendments for
the development of these regulatory codes; to assist the building official in
making interpretations; to develop fee schedule for various permits; to hear
appeals for any person that is aggrieved by a decision of the building
- official and pass judgement on that appeal; and to approve alternate methods
of construction and materials. The Board consists of five citizens who live
_ within the corporate limits of the City of Iowa City and one ex officio
member who is the building official designated as the secretary of the Board.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
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The Board of Appeals met one time during FY85. Two appeals requesting a
variance were.received,.both were denied.
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PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
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regulatory codes. The Board will review
Continue to review and update all I
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Code, the Uniform sMechanicalcCode, nodes iiformch nBuilding clude eCode SStandards, Uniform BUniform
Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings and Uniform Fire Code. The
Board will continue to receive appeals and pass judgement on those appeals.
They I Continueltoontinue maintainoaagoodtthe workingilding relationshipawithth code bui builders/citizens.
BOARD MEMBERS
Robert Carlson, Chairman
Ilj Marcie Roggow, Vice Chairman
Warren Buchan
Loren Ellarson
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Richard Frantz, Secretary !
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Board of Electrical
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BOARD OF ELECTRICAL EXAMINERS AND APPEALS
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To examine all applicants desiring to engage in electrical work, whether as a
Master Electrician or as a Journeyman Electrician, The Examining Board is
also the Appeals Board and shall serve as a grievance board, should any
disagreement arise between contractor, electrician, or the electrical inspec-
tor.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
The Examining Board met four times to give exams. Nine Master exams were
given, with threepeople passing. Twenty-three Journeyman exams were given
with five people passing. Homeowners exams were given with 26 people
passing. Two maintenance exams were given with none passing. The Board
completed the review of the 1984 Electrical Code and revisions of the Iowa
City Municipal Code. These were presented to the City Council for adoption.
Both codes were adopted and are in force. The Board did not meet as an
Appeals Board in FY '85.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
To continue to examine applicants for electrical licenses and to meet as an
Appeals Board when necessary:
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BOARD MEMBERS
James Kessler, Chairperson
Pat Moore, Jr. i
William Reddick
Melvin Schweer
Paul Bowers, Secretary
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BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PLUMBERS
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES*
To examine all applicants desiring to engage in the work or business of
Plumbing, whether as a Master Plumber or as a Journeyman Plumber and issue
licenses to competent applicants. The Plumbing Board shall also serve as
= a grievance board should any disagreement arise between a Master Plumber
and the Plumbing Inspector.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
—, The Plumbing Board met a total of six times in FY85.
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Examinations were held twice during the year. There were a total of five
applicants for Master Plumbers licenses and four applicants for Journeyman
Plumbers. Two new Master licenses and four new Journeyman licenses were
— issued.
Several new amendments to the Iowa City Plumbing Code were recommended to
bring it into closer.. alignment. with the Iowa State Plumbing Code. All of
the recommended amendments were approved by the City Council.
One appeal of the Plumbing Inspector's interpretation of the Uniform
Plumbing Code was heard.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Review, amend, and adopt the 1985 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Establish two new license categories, one for sewer and water installers
and one for inactive plumbers. Continue to examine applicants for
plumbing licenses and to hear any appeals that may come before the Board.
BOARD MEMBERS
LeRoy Butler - Master Plumber
Chiles Mason - Journeyman Plumber
Douglas Deppey - Public Representative
- Ron Boose - Secretary
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Board of Review is established and governed by the Code of Iowa, Chapter
441.31 to 441.44, for the purpose of equalizing assessments by raising or
lowering individual assessments as established by the assessor and to add any
taxable property which was omitted by the assessor. The Board also makes the
final rulings each year on exempt properties.
The Iowa Department of Revenue issues to the Board of Review a manual which
serves as a guide along with forms for the original meeting, daily meetings
and the final meeting. The Board also must file with the State Director of
Revenue, within 15 days of adjournment, a report on its session. The Board's
meetings are subject to the open meetings law. Since it is extremely impor-
tant that the Board keep accurate minutes of its proceedings, the Board has a
separate clerk to keep these minutes. The Board must include in its written
notice to the petitioner the specific reasons for its actions.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN -FISCAL YEAR 1985:
The following is a report on the activities of the Iowa City Board of Review
since adjournment on May 31, 1984:
The Iowa City Board of Review met 12 times during the period of May 1 to May
31, 1985. The Board received a total of 163 petitions. These have been
broken down into classification along with their outcome as listed below:
1 Agricultural 0 upheld 1 denied
1 Industrial 0 upheld 1 denied
86 Residential 57 upheld 29 denied
75 Commercial 31 upheld 44 denied
1Z3 Total 8S upheld 75 denied
In addition to these 163 petitions, the Board reduced one residential
assessment and reduced two commercial assessments to correspond with ones
that had been protested.
By June 20, 1985, eleven property owners representing 16 total parcels who
had filed in District court in 1984, refiled in District Court to appeal
their 1985 assessments as finalized by the Board of Review. Four new owners
filed in District Court for 1985, representing 6 parcels.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986:
Since the Board of Review considers appeals from property owners, the amount
of work for next fiscal year cannot be predicted. However, because next year
is not a reassessment year, the workload is expected to be less than the
session just finished.
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Keith A. Wymore, Chairman
Gregory J. Downes, Vice Chairman
I William J. Doherty
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BROADBAND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Broadband Telecommunications Commission (BTC) is a city commission
comprised of five Iowa Citians and is mandated to facilitate and to
regulate the smooth and effective development and operation of the City's
Broadband Telecommunications Network (BTN). The Commission makes its
recommendations to City Council in matters pertaining to the BTN, resolves
disputes about the operation of the BTN, conducts periodic evaluations of
the BTN operation, and in general facilitates BTN use by the citizens of
Iowa City, which includes the promotion and facilitation of the access
channels.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
Appointed a Non Profit Organization (NPO) subcommittee to study and
research various organizational and management designs being used by
cities across the country to operate public access channels and/or
centers.
Conducted the Annual Cable Programming Input Form, enabling citizens to
have direct input on matters concerning cable TV programming in Iowa City.
Conducted the second Triannual Review of the cable system and franchise in
Iowa City.
Assisted in developing recommendations for the transfer of the Iowa City
franchise and in the negotiations with Heritage Cablevision.
Facilitated development and changes in the cablecasting guidelines for
Public Access Channel 26.
Monitored developments in cable related legislation, including the 1984
Cable Act and in court and FCC action related to cable TV.
Facilitated the addition of the Disney Channel, the Nashville Network, the
Financial News Network and Sports Vision to the Iowa City cable TV channel
lineup.
Assisted in the consultant selection criteria, which will be used to
develop RFPs for the NPO.
Developed recommendations for ordinance amendments as per the August 28,
1984 contract with Heritage.
Facilitated cable company acquisition of additional lighting for Council
cablecasts.
Facilitated an agreement with the cable company to conduct surveys of
access workshop participants and of the access equipment.
Reviewed service/complaint logs of Heritage.
Monitored the collection of the franchise fee from the grantee and
assisted in determining how those funds should be spent.
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Promoted the growth and development of Iowa City's access channels.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Continue to monitor BTN development.
Continue to monitor cable company performance and compliance with the Iowa
City cable ordinance.
Continue to study state-of-the-art uses and applications of cable televi-
sion for governmental, institutional and public purposes.
Monitor subscriber and citizen complaints.
Monitor cable company service logs on a regular basis.
Continue to monitor and study the needs of Iowa City access facilities,
channels and users and public access channel management and operation
alternatives. Oversee the development of a NPO if initiated.
Explore the possibility of a joint cable body with the surrounding
communities.
Continue to explore Institutional Network (INET) and interactive applica-
tions of the BTN for possibility governmental, institutional and/or
subscriber use.
Continue to monitor court developments affecting Iowa City's BTN.
Conduct the fourth Annual Cable Programming Input and Review Forum.
Oversee development of the voice synthesizer project for the Government
Access Channel 29.
BTC MEMBERS
W.O. "Bill" Terry, BTC.Chairperson
Flo Beth Ehninger, BTC Vice Chairperson
Nick Johnson
Mike Sigrin
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Council, using the procedures prescribed in Article V (Boards, Commis-
sions and Committees), shall establish a Charter Review Commission at least
once every ten years following the effective date of the Charter. The
Commission, consisting of at least nine members, shall review the existing
Charter and may, within twelve months, recommend any Charter amendments that
it deems fit. The Council shall submit such amendments to the voters in the
form an
approved by prescribed majority of those votingthe Commission . The arCommissionendment emayealsofrecommend to
the Council that it exercise its power of amendment pursuant to Section 8.01B
of the Charter on a matter recommended by the Commission. (Article VIII Iowa
City Charter.)
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN 1984-85 YEAR
The Charter Review Commission met 16 times from April 1984 through March 1985
and on March 12 the Iowa City City Council took action on three matters
discussed by the Charter Review Commission:
Resolution No. 85-74 directed the County Auditor to place the question of
amending the Charter to provide for nomination and election of district
councilmembers solely by the voters of the districts on the November
ballot.
Ordinance No. 85-3227 covered the administrative recommendations discussed
by our Commission at length.
Ordinance No. 85-3228 relates to Campaign Finance Disclosure, Section
6.02, which rcontributions eanir expenditures.l tThisoor financdisclosure
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"shall" to "may" in the first line of the section. The section was also
amended by deletion of the word "all" in line four because use of the word
"all" implies that any disclosure requirements would apply to any amount,
no matter how small. The amended language would allow leeway so that any
disclosure legislation could provide for disclosure only above some
threshold level.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
John Balmer, Chairman
David Baldus
Penny Davidsen
Gary Goodwin
Barry Matsumoto
Joel Mintzer
Clayton Ringgenberg
Glenn Roberts
Dale Welt
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CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Chapter 400 of the Code of Iowa and Section 2-111, Code of Ordinances,
establish and govern the Civil Service Commission. Three citizens who are
residents of the City are appointed by the City Council to serve six year
terms with one Commissioner's term expiring each even numbered year.
During the last two years of his or her term, each Commissioner serves as
Chairperson.
The Commission establishes and publishes rules relating to examinations
for Civil Service positions, establishes guidelines for conducting such
examinations, and certifies lists of persons eligible for appointment to
respective positions. The Commission has jurisdiction to hear and
determine all matters involving the rights of Civil Service employees and
may affirm, modify or reverse any case on its merits. The Commission
meets when necessary.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
In maintaining full compliance with Code of Iowa Chapter 400, development
and use of Civil Service selection procedures continued for all covered
entry level and promotional positions on a city-wide basis. Sixty-four
lists of 112 total applicants eligible for appointment to City positions
were certified by the Civil Service Commission and submitted to the City
Council. • The use of certification procedures, initiated on a city-wide
basis in FY81, has been proven to reduce both advertising expenses and the
length of time needed to fill vacant positions. Improvements in selection
procedures' have assured greater consistency and equity in hiring deci-
sions.
Testing for the position of Firefighter was held and 355 applicants were
tested by means of physical agility tests, written tests and oral inter-
views. Twenty-one candidates were certified for the position of Fire-
fighter. One list consists of 10 candidates and the other list consisted
of 11 candidates due to a tie. .
No appeals of disciplinary actions were heard by the Commission in FY85.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Oaring FY86 the Commission will be conducting testing to include assess-
ment centers for the positions of Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain, Police
Sergeant, Police Captain and. will be participating in the selection of
Fire Chief.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Bruce L. Walker, Chairperson
John A. Maxwell
Gerald H. Murphy
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COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Committee on Community Needs (CCN) is comprised of 11 residents of
Iowa City appointed by the City Council. They represent as nearly as
possible a cross-section of the Iowa City population in background, ideas,
geographic location, age and socio-economic status. Committee members
serve for three years.
The Committee's function is to advise the Council on the needs of the
community and to make recommendations on community development programs
and priorities to meet these needs. To accomplish this the Committee
provides systematic communication between citizens and policymakers with
regard to community development projects, facilitates neighborhood
meetings to identify needs of neighborhoods, and assists citizens in
articulating community needs and developing programs. The Committee's
work has been primarily directed at developing, -coordinating, and review-
ing the City's activities carried out with Community Development Block
Grant (COBG) funds.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
During the past year, the Committee directed a significant amount of
effort toward ensuring citizen representation and participation in
communicating community needs to the City Council. In order to meet this
goal, the CCN made many recommendations to the City Council concerning
community needs:
1. That the City acquire the land for Miller/Orchard Park pending the
sale of Elm Grove Park.
2. That the Parks and Recreation Commission or City Council find funds to
light Brookland Park.
3. That the City Council contact legislators to assure that federal
programs, including the Community Development Block Grant Program
(CDBG), will not be cut.
4. That due to a total lack of progress, the Council revert the $60,000
of 1984 COBB funds allocated to Congregate Housing to the Committee on
Community Needs for reallocation.
5. That the Resources Conservation Commission's recommendation, dated
March 18, 1985, regarding the 1% Franchise Fee for Iowa -Illinois Gas &
Electric Company be approved.
The CCN has also spent significant effort toward budgetary planning in
relation to the 1985 CDBG Metro Entitlement Program funding cycle. The
CCN advertised a request for the proposals and held public hearings to
determine citizens' priorities for community development and jobs funding.
The 1985 Metro Entitlement Program Statement documents the results of this
process.
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for COBG funding. In that light, the committee continued its method of
evaluating and ranking proposals for its yearly budget process. _
To ensure community needs are being met, the CCN monitors its projects
during their implementation stages. Thus, Committee members prepare and
present quarterly reports on ongoing projects and a Final Program Evalua-
tion Report for completed projects.
Projects Completed
Nelson Adult Center Renovation
Iowa Youth Corps. Shelter Project -- Terrell Mill Park
Mayor's Youth/Independent Living Project —
Johnson County Citizens Committee's Accessibility Guide
Emergency Housing Project
Transportation Van, Willowcreek Neighborhood Center _
Longfellow Playground Equipment
Improved Handicapped Accessibility to the Willowcreek Neighborhood Center —
Ongoing Projects —
Housing Modification for Low and Moderate Income Frail Elderly
Congregate Housing
Shared Housing Program —
Creekside NIA Sidewalk Project
Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization
Rental Rehabilitation Program
MECCA Consolidated Services Facilities
Domestic Violence Project —
North Market Square Handicapped Play Area
Goodwill Industries Renovation
Creekside Alley Repair
City Park Accessibility Project
Mary 0. Coldren Home Rehabilitation
Miller/Orchard Park Acquisition
Handicare Van, Handicare Inc.
The Committee also regularly reviews grantee performance reports, environ-
mental review records and other reports and regulations pertaining to —
community development projects.
The Committee also regularly reviews other City activities that affect
community needs and development. For example, the Committee reviewed the _
City's:
1985/86 Community Development Plan _
Tenant Assistance Policy for Rental Rehabilitation Program
Policy on Displacement of CDBG Projects —
Rental Rehabilitation Program
Affirmative Marketing Plan for Rental Rehabilitation Program —
Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual for Rental Rehabilitation
Program
Grantee Performance Report for the 1984 Metropolitan Entitlement CDBG —
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PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
During the first part of the coming year, the Committee's major task will
be to prepare recommendations for the 1986 Metro Entitlement Program
Statement for the use of COBG funds. The monitoring of all ongoing
projects will continue. The Committee also plans to evaluate a final
project evaluation process. The Committee will continue its participation
in the City-wide human services funding. It views its role as an avenue
for citizen participation concerning the community's human service needs
and thus budgetary priorities.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Mickey Lauria, Chairperson
Karen Kubby, Vice -Chairperson
Ruth Becker
David Leshtz
Mary Parden
Roberta Patrick
Sally Smith
Reginald Williams
Grace Cooper,
Jane Strabala
Gary Watts, Housing Commission Representative
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Design Review Committee is comprised of ten citizens who make recom-
mendations to the City Council with regard to review of preliminary and
final design plans for urban renewal parcels as well as general design
plans of all proposed public improvements in the downtown. In addition,
the Committee reviews design plans and makes recommendations to the City
Council for commercial and residential Industrial Revenue Bond requests.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
1. Provided comments and recommendations to the City Council an one
Industrial Revenue Bond request and two requests for extensions into
the City Plaza airspace.
2. Discussed with Council the redesign of the Blackhawk Minipark and
design considerations in marketing a portion of the minipark.
3. Reviewed the Prospectus for Urban Renewal Parcel 65-2b.
4. Considered proposals for placement of transformers in the Central
Business District and recommended the use of low profile transform-
ers.
5. Held a work session with the consultant from 2uchelli, Hunter and
Associates to discuss design goals and concepts for Urban Renewal
Parcel 64-1a.
6. Recommended planting material replacements on East Washington Street.
7. Recommended to Council that no barriers be erected around or other
changes made to City Plaza fountain.
8. Recommended that the City Council approve the preliminary design plans
for Urban Renewal Parcel 65-2b.
9. Recommended Council approval of tenant signage on the south side of
the Holiday Inn Hotel.
10. In conjunction with the Department of Public Works, selected a method
and color for resurfacing the exposed pipes on the City Plaza foun-
tain.
11. Reviewed design plans for an office/apartment building at 510 South
Clinton Street.
12. Recommended that an integrated design concept be developed in consul-
tation with a landscape architect for Clinton Street improvements on
the visually important transition block between Washington Street and
Iowa Avenue.
13. Recommended to the City Council that the Dubuque Street ramp expansion
plans include landscaping along Linn and Burlington Streets and design
of graphics for the entire ramp.
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Ad Hoc Committee.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
1. 'Prepare a booklet to illustrate good sign design concepts.
2. Continue to assist in the redesign of "Blackhawk Minipark.
3. Provide input on revision of City Plaza Ordinance.
4. Assist in developing a policy and plan for review and replacement of
landscaping materials in the City Plaza area.
5. Consider the future role and functions of the Committee in enhancing —
the visual environment of the community.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
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Nancy Seiberling, 'Chairperson Naomi Novick —
Robert Alexander Don Sinek _
Kay Amert Joyce Sunmerwill
Larry .EckholtJames Wockenfuss _
Bruce Haupert
Laurence Lafore —
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The seven member Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission is authorized
to conduct studies for the identification and designation of local
historic districts. The Commission either proceeds at its own initiative
or upon a petition from any person, group or association.
The Commission reviews and acts upon all applications for Certificates of
Appropriateness. This document, which must be obtained before a Regulated
Permit may be issued, evidences approval by the Historic Preservation
Commission of a proposal to make a change to the exterior appearance of a
structure located in a local historic district.
The Commission furthers the efforts of historic preservation in the City
by making recommendations to the City Council and City commissions and
boards on preservation issues when appropriate, by encouraging the
protection and enhancement of structures with historical, architectural or
cultural value, and by encouraging persons and organizations to become
involved in preservation activities.
One of the primary goals of the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission
is the implementation of a strong educational program designed to increase
Iowa City residents' awareness and sensitivity to the cultural, architec-
tural, and historical value of local structures and districts. A diverse
and multi-purpose educational effort is envisioned by the Commission
ranging from the use of cable television programs to demonstration
projects.
ACTIVITIES IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
1. Amended the Historic Preservation Ordinance to include provisions for
a Certificate of No Material Effect and to modify the procedure for
designatinglocal historic districts.
2. Sent letters to owners/ contractors contemplating work on historic
structures or on property in the vicinity of historic structures
urging them to be sensitive to the historic features of these build-
ings.
3. Completed a Certified Local Government Grant -funded activity to:
a. Establish a resource center for historic preservation materials,
b. Prepare a public relations network,
c. Investigate future funding sources for historic preservation
activities, and
d. Research steps which need to be taken for the City to obtain
Certified Local Government status from the Office of Historic
Preservation of the Iowa State Historical Department.
4. Reviewed the proposed Sign Ordinance in light of its effects on
historic structures and neighborhoods.
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5. Met with residents of the North Side neighborhood to design a program
o� action to designate the residential area a local historic dis-
trict.
6. Initiated cooperative efforts with the local chapter of the American
Institute of Architects to develop an educational program promoting
good architectural and preservation design.
7. Reviewed the proposed Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company franchise
ordinances and evaluated the impact of those ordinances on local
historic buildings and neighborhoods.
B. Organized the Historic Preservation Commission's 1984 Preservation
Awards Program. Recognition was given for the sensitive and success-
ful rehabilitation of the Chicago, ,Rock Island & Pacific Railroad
depot, the Rocky Rococo Pizza storefront, the balustrade of the West
Terrace of Old Capitol, and the porch of the Goodner Home.
9. Observed Historic Preservation Week by:
a. Having the week of May 12-18, 1985, proclaimed Preservation Week,
1985, in Iowa City,
b. Organizing a four-week library exhibit of the Commission's 1984
Preservation Award winners and a slide show of local historic
structures,
c. Issuing press releases on historic preservation activities, and .-
d. Presenting the Preservation Week Award to Irving Weber in appre- —
.ciation of his outstanding contribution to local preservation
through his numerous historical accounts. The award was presented
at a luncheon sponsored by Old Brick.
10. In cooperation with Kirkwood Community College, organized a series of
five building and home preservation workshops which covered topics of
interest to those embarking on projects to restore historic build- _
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11. Received an Iowa Community Cultural Grant to produce a preservation
film. —
12. Worked on generating a list of potential street names which evoke -
historical themes. _
ACTIVITIES PLANNED FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986 '
1. Continue to research and nominate potential local historic districts. _
2, Establish historic rehabilitation review guidelines and monitoring
procedures for activities undertaken in Iowa City Historic Districts. _
3. Prepare for the 1985 Preservation Awards Program and for Preservation
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4. Continue development of the historic preservation resource center.
5. Work on achieving Certified Local Government status.
6. Implement an historic preservation program which may include:
a. Producing brochures, pamphlets or other written means of communi-
cation regarding local historic districts, preservation activi-
ties, and preservation requirements and guidelines,
b. Filming a restoration project in progress or a local historic
district or neighborhood,
c. Preparing exhibits of local historic structures or projects,
d. Developing a tour of local historic homes and buildings, and
e. Sponsoring a run through local historic districts as an educa-
tional and fund raising enterprise.
7. Investigate funding and investment alternatives available to encourage
the rehabilitation and restoration of historic buildings.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Margaret Nowysz, Chairperson
Howard Jones, Vice -Chairperson
Rod Perry, Planning and Zoning Commission Representative
Connie Champion, Summit Street Historic District Representative
Barbara Wagner, Woodlawn Historic District Representative
James Hayes
Steven VanderWoude
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Housing Commission/Housing Appeals Board consists of seven residents of
the City of Iowa City appointed by the City Council. The Commission/Board is
established by resolutions of the City Council and operates under a set of
bylaws approved by the Council. The general responsibilities are to investi-
gate, study, review, and make recommendations to the Council on matters
pertaining to housing within the city and to hear appeals concerning inter-
pretation and enforcement of the Housing Code. In short, the purpose of the
Housing Commission/Appeals Board is to promote clean, decent, safe housing
for the residents of the city.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
The Commission met ten times in regular session. It saw one of its top
priority projects completed in the implementation of the Shared Housing
Program. Ten units of Public Housing were added to the program with the
acquisition of the three-bedroom single-family dwellings. A new Statement of
Policies for Section 8 and Public Housing was reviewed and adopted for use in
March 1985.
Public Housing - Projects 22-3 8 4 were combined in a Consolidated Annual
ontr u ions Contract which was effective July 1, 1984. The units at
Shamrock Place have completed their second year of occupancy and the other
units of the project have completed their fourth year of occupancy. The
premises are all well maintained and occupancy remains at 1005. There have
been 13 turnovers in the past year. There have been no major problems in
either project. A Management Review was conducted in July 1984. Ten
three-bedroom single-family dwelling units were purchased 1n late June 1985,
_ and added to the Public Housing Program as Project 22-5.
Section 8 - Existing - 448 units - This program continues to provide rental
assistance throughout the area. In January 1985 we received the Annual
Contributions Contract for 14 units to be used in conjunction with the Rental
Rehabilitation program, bringing the number of units authorized to 448.
Occupancy for the year was 995. The Housing Commission 'acted on 312 new
applications during the past fiscal year. All available certificates are out
and eligible persons can anticipate a six month to one year wait before
assistance will be available.
Housin A eals Board - In its capacity as an Appeals Board, 99 violations
were appea ed, 46 were upheld and 53 were modified or variances granted.
Housin Rehabilitation - The Housing Rehabilitation Program consists of a
variety o oan programs including a matching funds loan for rental proper-
ties and low interest and weatherization loans. During the past fiscal year
a total of 14 loans were approved including 6 rental rehabilitation loans, 6
forgivable loans and 2 low interest loans. One 8312 loan in the amount of
$41,000 was closed in July 1984. The Commission supported expansion of the
Rental Rehabilitation Program.
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Coordination with CCN - The Housing Commission recommended to CCN that funds
in the amount o 0,00 be allocated for the continuance of the Housing
Rehabilitation Program with 35% of funding to go for low interest loans. An
additional $15,000 was requested from CDBG funds for Shared Housing.
Shared Housing - The Housing Commission continued to stress the importance of
the Shared Housing project and its concern that this program be implemented.
In January 1985 Elderly Services Agency began administration of the program
employing a full-time staff person to act as Shared Housing Coordinator. In
June 1985 Jeanne Snow and Donna Nielsen presented the Commission with a
review of the first six months of operation and the Commission expressed its
approval with the initial success of the program.
Congregate Housing - A firm was selected to do a marketing analysis and
feasibil ity study and a timetable was established. The consultant's work was
completed by early July and the report issued to Council August 16, 1985. The
Commission recommended to Council that funds already allocated for this
project should be retained during the time that the market analysis and
feasibility study were being conducted and analyzed by the Congregate Housing
Committee. This would be done by October 1985 at which time the CCN group
and all concerned could make recommendations to the Council on the funds
which had been allocated to Congregate Housing.
Summar
The Housing Commission has continued to be involved with meeting the needs of
the elderly via Congregate Housing and the Shared Housing Program. In the
area of Leased Housing the Commission was involved in revising the Statement
of Policies and supporting the procurement of additional units of Section 8
Existing Housing and Public Housing.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
The Housing Commission will continue to oversee the operation of the 448
units of Section 8 Existing Housing units and maintaining maximum occupancy
of the 62 units of Public Housing. It is anticipated that implementation of
the Annual Contributions Contract for the 14 vouchers to be utilized in
conjunction with the Rental Rehabilitation Program will take place in August.
The Commission will continue to encourage private participation to assist in
achieving the goals of providing clean, decent and safe housing for resi-
dents.
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Fred C. Krause, Chairperson
John Moore - Vice -Chairperson —
Gary Watts - CCN Representative
Danel Trevor
Ruth Dawson _
Mary Joan Streb
James Barfuss
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HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Human Rights Commission is a quasi judicial commission composed of
nine members appointed by the City Council. Each member serves a three
year term. The Human Rights Commission is responsible for enforcing the
City's non-discrimination ordinance which prohibits discrimination in the
areas of employment, housing, public accommodations and credit. Enforce-
ment duties include investigating complaints of discrimination, deter-
mining the merits of the allegations and in cases when discrimination has
been determined Commissioners attempt to effectuate a disposition that is
agreeable to the complainant, the person charged and the Commission. The
Human Rights Commission is responsible for and is very committed to the
task of educating the community on human rights issues. The Commissioners
also serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council and to do so
effectively the Commissioners keep informed on civil rights laws. Commis-
sioners come from a variety of backgrounds, including the fields of
education, business, health care, law and the general workforce.
The Commission meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the
Senior Center Classroom. The meeting site is accessible to the handi-
capped.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985:
Human Rights Ordinance:
Amended Section 18-44 of the City's Non-discrimination Ordinance by
providing for judicial review of actions taken by the Iowa City Human
Rights Commission.
Amended Section 18-32(b)(2) of the City's Non-discrimination Ordinance
by deleting from one of the housing discrimination exemptions a
requirement that renters must pass through the owner's living area.
Education and Outreach Activities:
Aggressively solicited invitations to speak before civic organiza-
tions, businesses and the university community which resulted in an
increase in the use of the Commission's Speaker's Bureau.
Conducted two sexual harassment workshops which were attended by local
businesses.
Organized the first annual Awards Breakfast for the purpose of
recognizing an individual, a business and a person representing an
organization who made significant contributions to human and.civil
rights.
Went on record in support of Senate File 56 which authorizes cities
and counties to establish an alternative fine to that imposed under
Chapter 601E for parking in a handicapped parking space.
Unanimously approved a resolution supporting Comparable Worth.
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Issued a press release and mailed a letter to Iowa City restaurants
and bars advising the community on the illegality of Ladies Night
specials.
Participated in conciliation training.
Distributed Black History Month brochures to City of Iowa City
employees.
Fair Housing:
Conducted a housing audit which tested the rental community's compli-
ance with the City's prohibitions against housing discrimination on
the basis of race.
Staff attended a training conference sponsored by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development.
Staff attended the annual Fair Housing Assistance Program training
session.
Complaint Activity
-Informal complaints resolved - 8
-Formal complaints filed - 23
AREAS NUMBER
Employment 12 (52.2X)
Housing 7 (30.4X)
Public Accommodation 1 (4.3X)
Credit 1 (4.3X)
Retaliation 2 (8.8X)
-Formal complaints closed - 21
No Probable Cause - 14
Satisfactorily Resolved - 3*
Administratively Closed - 2
Probable Cause - 2*
*With regards to remedy derived from the satisfactorily resolved and
probable cause complaints: 3 complainants received a dollar remedy
totaling $2491.00. One complainant received the credit she wanted and
another had her job reaffirmed.
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Basis for Filing Number Percen
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Race & Income 1 4.3
1 4.7
National Origin 1 4.3
2 9.6
Religion & National 1 4.3
1 4.7
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Marital Status 1 4.3
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Sex and Race 1 4.3
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PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
1. Complete the second housing audit and
disseminate a report.
2. Study the number. ofinquiries and
complaints filed by protected
classes recently added to the ordinance.
3. Begin discussing the reading material
contained within the Commission
packet during each Commission meeting.
4. Ensure each Commissioner attends at
least one training session or
human or civil rights related workshop
during the year.
S. Expedite conciliation of complaints by concluding conciliation within
eight weeks of the receipt of the
investigative report and legal
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6. Continue to conduct speaking engagements
with Iowa City businesses and
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7. Establish a rapport and good working
relationship with the Iowa City
School District Equity Committee.
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Anne Burnside, Chairperson
Rosalie Reed, Vice -Chairperson
Rusty Barcelo
Geraldene Felton
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Benny Hawkins
Haywood Belle
Phyllis Doane
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Harold Weilbrenner
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Board of Trustees of the Public Library is a semi -autonomous body of
nine persons empowered by state law and city ordinance to act as the
governing body of the library. The Board's specific list of legal
responsibilities includes: determining the goals and objectives of the
Library in order to plan and carry out library services; determining and
adopting written policies to govern all aspects of the operation of the
Library; preparing an annual budget and having exclusive control of all
monies appropriated by the City Council or given to the library through
gifts, bequests, contracts, grants or awards; employing a competent staff
to administer its policies and carry out its programs. The Board is also
an arm of city government with members appointed by the City Council and
its principal operating funds are approved by the City Council. The Board
therefore seeks at all times to work in harmony with City policies in all
areas that do not conflict with its statutory powers.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
Used the library's 5 -year plan (FY1985-FY1989) to develop specific
objectives and strategies for FY86 and continued to use the general goals
and operating principles to guide Board decision making.
Completed revision of Library Board bylaws and began first three-year
review cycle of all library policies.
Analyzed all sources of library income; raised fine and reserve rates for
FY86. Increased the revenue raised for both the General Fund and
miscellaneous library funds by 16% in FY85. Non -monetary contributions
(books, records, volunteer hours) were valued at a minimum of $54,000.
Helped the staff to find ways to adjust to continued increases in the use
of the library with only limited increases to resources, especially
personnel.
Approved the concept of a major upgrade to the library's six year old
computer system and on-line catalog to be financed through increased fine
and reserve fee rates.
Approved the ICPL Foundation's plan for a Centennial Endowment Fund drive
to begin in FY86.
Continued campaign to build awareness in the University of Iowa community
about the resources and limitations of the library for University of Iowa
students. Met with University officials and University library staff.
Approved the concept of the library assuming management of the cable TV
community access function and directed the staff to prepare a proposal
when requested.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Continue to address the goals and objectives in the second year of the
library's five year plan and in the FY1986 budget.
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public so they will become involved with the second 5 -year planning cycle
(1990-1995) which must get underway in FY1987.
Develop public dialogue on the role of the free public library in a
democratic society.
Prepare and submit a National Endowment for the Humanities grant applica-
tion to stimulate private gifts to the library's Centennial Endowment Fund
and in other ways support the ICPL Foundation and the FRIENDS of ICPL in
getting the fund drive underway.
Upgrade the library's main computer system and expand microcomputer
application as a way to improve staff productivity and the quality of
library services.
Continue the second year of systematic review of all library policies.
Compare ICPL resources and services to new state public library accredita-
tion and staff certification requirements.
Review library staff's proposal for assuming management of cable TV
community access functions.
LIBRARY BOARD MEMBERS
Carolyn Cavitt, President
Linda Gritsch, Vice President
Charles Drum;' Secretary
Riley Grimes
Richard Pegnetter
Nancy Willis
Ann Bovbjerg
Herbert Lyman
Edwin Zastrow
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Parks and Recreation Commission recommends and reviews policies,
rules, regulations, ordinances, and budgets relating to parks, play-
grounds, recreational centers, and cultural functions of the City, and
makes such reports to the City Council as the Commission deems in the
public interest.
ACTIVITIES IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
Acquired Hunter's Run subdivision parkland - 16 acres. The Department is
presently receiving revenue from a crop -share lease until a planned future
development as a neighborhood park.
Acquired Ryerson's Woods from the University of Iowa Law School Founda-
tion. This parcel of thirty-three acres was supplemented by the purchase
of an additional sixteen acres from the Iowa Department of Transportation.
This park will be preserved and developed as a nature trail site similar
to Hickory Hill Park.
Completed a review of the neighborhood open space study and plan. In
cooperation with the Department of Planning and Program Development began
work to provide the City Council' with a proposed minimum open space
ordinance.
The Commission hosted the Iowa Park and Recreation Association Annual
Conference in Iowa City and attracted the largest number of professional
and commission members in conference history.'
Worked with the CDBG staff to coordinate the design and administer the
provision of a handicapped restroom in Upper City Park and a handicapped
playground in North Market Square Park.
Completed' the lighting, fencing and extensive diamond renovation at Mercer
Park.
Developed new facilities at Scott Park, including three new soccer fields
and a tree nursery of three -hundred trees.
Served as representative of the City to the Joint Pool Committee. Made
recommendations that the City cooperate with the Iowa City School District
to build a joint facility.
Staff represented the City of Iowa City on planning aspects of the Junior
Olympics.
The Parks and Recreation Department won the National Gold Medal for
Excellence in the Management of Parks and Recreation for Special Popula-
tions Involvement.
The Department won the Governor's Award as the outstanding community for
provision of sports and fitness programs.
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PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Phase one development of Mesquakie Park. The first year of a three-year
program including grading and ground preparation for establishing turf
grass.
Develop Ryerson's Woods by Fall of 1986, including placement of signage
and nature trails.
Provide water service extension to Napoleon Park by Fall 1986.
Solicit design recommendation and cost estimates for purposes of offering
a bond referendum to the public which calls for renovation of City Park
pool and plans for the construction and joint operation of a community
center and pool facility with the Iowa City School District.
Work with selection committee in the appointment process of a Parks and
Recreation Director.
Complete legal work necessary to establish a Parks and Recreation Founda-
tion.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Fred Riddle, Chairperson
Cindy Alvarez
Karen Mradek
Mark'Jennings
Randy Jordison
Ellen Martin
Jerry Mitchell
William Steinbrech
Craig Willis
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To make or cause to be made surveys, studies, maps, plans or charts of the
whole or any portion of Iowa City and any land outside which, in the
opinion of the Commission, bears relation to the Comprehensive Plan. To
recommend to the City Council from time to time, amendments, supplements,
changes and modifications to the Zoning Ordinance. To make recommenda-
tions to the City Council regarding applications for approval of subdivi-
sion plats, planned areadevelopment plans, large scale residential plans,
large scale non-residential plans, street vacations and annexations.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
During the fiscal year there were 21 regular meetings and 21 informal
meetings, two special work sessions for the sign ordinance and one special
meeting with the City Council.
The Commission was represented on other governmental organizations
(Riverfront Commission - Tom Scott, Historic Preservation Commission
-Jackie Blank, Airport Zoning Commission - Rod Perry, Urban Environment Ad
Hoc Committee - Jane Jakobsen, Horst Jordan, Neighborhood Open Space
Advisory Committee - Sue Horowitz, Rod Perry, Environmental Concerns
Committee of Chamber of Commerce - Darrel Courtney).
The following recommendations were made to City Council by the Commission
during the period of July 1, 1984, to July 1, 1985:
Rezonings: 7 approved, 3 denied
Subdivisions:
Preliminary plats - 7 approved
Final plats - 6 approved
Large scale residential developments (LSRO):
Preliminary plans - 1 approved
Final plans - I approved
Large scale non-residential developments (LSNRD):
Preliminary plans - 10 approved
Final plans - 9 approved
Planned developments (OPOH):
Preliminary plans - 1 approved
Final plans - None
Repeal - 1 approved
Street vacations: 6 approved
Annexations: None
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Zoning Ordinance - 9 approved
Subdivision Code - None
Recommendations to Coralville (in accordance with interjurisdictional
agreement):
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Final - None
Recommendations to Johnson County (in accordance with the Urban Fringe
Agreement):
Rezonings - 1 consistent, 6 inconsistent
Subdivisions - None —
In addition to the actions cited.above, the Planning and Zoning Commission
also made the following recommendations to the Council: _
That the proposed amendments to the Historic Preservation Ordinance be -
approved.
That the City Council take the position that Harlocke Street terminate
in a cul-de-sac.
That the amended bylaws of the Commission be adopted.
That the new sign ordinance (dated 12/20/84) be approved as amended.
That the Policy recommendations of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc
Committee as an addendum to the 1983 Comprehensive Plan Update be
adopted.
That the Zoning Ordinance on file with the City Clerk dated 1/24/85, —
including amendments and deletions as noted in Exhibit A be approved,
and that the zoning map filed 1/10/85, with the following change: INH `
changes to RFBH; change RS -12 area north of Shimek School to RS8 be
approved.
That the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to bring it into
compliance with the new state legislation amending Chapter 414 of the -
Iowa Code be approved.
That the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to bring it into
compliance with new state legislation regarding manufactured housing
be approved.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
1. To review and recommend to the City Council the acceptability of
applications submitted for rezoning, subdivision or site development
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the plan.
3. To coordinate and cooperate where applicable with other City commis-
sions and boards.
4. To prepare and recommend a neighborhood open space plan and implement-
ing ordinance.
5. To prepare and recommend a new Planned Development Housing Overlay
(OPDH) Zone.
6. To prepare and recommend new Subdivision Regulations.
7. To prepare and recommend regulations relating to the recommendations
of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Tom Scott, Chairperson
Horst Jordan, Vice Chairperson
Darrel Courtney, Secretary
Rod Perry
Jackie Blank
Sue Horowitz
Ken Cooper
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Police and Fire Retirement Systems Joint Board is mandated by Chapter 411
of the State Code of Iowa. The Board has responsibility for the management
of the retirement systems financial obligations and investments, the calcula-
tions and payment of benefits for retired members and the determination of
benefits upon request from active members.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
The Board received no requests for retirement benefits from active members in
FY85. Therefore, there was no change in beneficiaries receiving benefits. A
total of $384,646.08 was paid in monthly benefits this year.
Sick leave reimbursement requests were received from five members and the
Board reimbursed the City $15,672.80 for a total of 1,307 hours.
Investment interest income was $1,166,122.97 which was an average 12.39%
yield on total investments.
The annual actuarial report was completed by Taylor, Ballard b Company of
Cedar Rapids. From this report the City's contribution rate for FY85 was set
as follows: Police - 18.915% (down from 21.019% in FY84) and Fire - 30.895%
(down from 32.088% in FY84). This is a percentage of the current wages of
active members .which the City contributes to the retirement fund.
Four presentations were made by national money management firms who proposed
that the board engage a professional money manager to increase interest
income on investments. The Board will define an investment policy for
retirement funds for future investments.
A form was prepared and the procedure identified for submission of sick leave
reimbursement and retirement benefits by active members.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Interpret and administer the provisions of Chapter 411 of the Iowa State Code
applicable to active members of the Iowa City Police and Fire Departments and
retirement beneficiaries in such a manner that the Board's fiduciary respon-
sibilities are fulfilled and the members' rights protected.
Provide accurate and timely reporting to provide complete financial and
beneficiary information used in the annual actuarial study and the City's
financial reports.
Review the current investment policy and develop a policy which would assure
fully guaranteed, sound investments with maximum interest income.
BOARD MEMBERS MEDICAL BOARD 14EMBERS
Paul Scott James Pratt Dr. Victor Edwards
Tom O'Brien Bob Keating Dr. Rodney Zeitler
Harvey Miller Bill Farmer Dr. T.T. Bozek
Cletus Keating Nathan Hopkins
Craig Lihs Nancy Heaton
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RESOURCES CONSERVATION COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Resources Conservation Commission is to serve as an advisory body to
the City Council. The Commission shall research, review and recommend
policies, rules, regulations, ordinances and budgets relating to matters
of energy and resource conservation. The Commissionshall provide
recommendations and reports to the City Council and other City commis-
sions.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
Formulated recommendations to the City Council regarding Iowa -Illinois Gas
& Electric franchise renewal.
Initiated City employee conservation questionnaire in which employees are
asked to respond to questions regarding the efficient use of City re-
sources at their work place.
Initiated discussions on scrubbed methane gas produced at the sewage
treatment plant for its use and/or resale, and possible use of methane
produced at both the abandoned and existing landfills.
Reviewed the potential local impact of recently enacted state law dealing
with hazardous waste and chemicals (House File 2471 and Senate File 2248).
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
Continue to investigate and make recommendations regarding possible use of
scrubbed methane gas produced at sewage treatment plant and landfills.
Continue to develop and expand the City employee conservation ques-
tionnaire.
For 1986 we will set up a supervisory group to oversee the use of the
weatherization fund established by the utility franchise fee. If the
franchise fee is not passed we will move to disband.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Phillip Nychay, Chair
Kathleen Uehling
Jeffrey F. Duffy
Cynthia Parsons
John N. Moreland
Ron Vogel
Gary Goodwin
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RIVERFRONT COMMISSION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
_ The Iowa City Riverfront Commission is guided by the goal to protect and
preserve the Iowa River as a natural drainageway and source of water and
to make the most of the scenic potential and aesthetic values of the Iowa
River and the floodplain adjoining it. The responsibilities of the
—� Riverfront Commission are to investigate, study, review and analyze
the riverfront needs and the meeting of such needs..." (Resolution No.
73-148).
The Riverfront Commission consists of eleven members, four of whom
represent the City of Iowa. City at -large. Three representatives are
qualified electors from Johnson County and one representative is a
r. qualified elector from the City of Coralville. In addition, one represen-
tative each is selected from the University of Iowa, from the Planning and
Zoning Commission and from the Parks and Recreation Commission. All of
the members are appointed by the Iowa City Cuuncil and have voting
j privileges.
�! While the Riverfront Commission is an advisory body to the City Council,
-� the Commission has moved from the strictly informational and planning
phases of Commission duties and responsibilities and has advanced to
implementing programs, projects and activities that achieve Commission
goals. In addition, the Riverfront Commission continues an intensified
effort to create an awareness among all citizens of the importance of the
care and scrutiny of the Iowa River, its tributaries and the riverbank
itself.
ACTIVITIES IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
1. Organized and conducted an investigative meeting with the U.S. Corps
of Engineers concerning the impact of the Coralville Reservoir and Dam
_ -operations on the Iowa River. Distributed a summary of the informa-
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— 2. Cooperated with the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee in formulating
_ development guidelines for environmentally sensitive areas, especially
in the River Corridor Overlay Zone.
3. Evaluated and recommended acceptance of a donation of a 50 -foot wide
strip of land along the west bank of the Iowa River adjacent to the
Sturgis Corner development with the condition that there be no
obligation to maintain the site other than in its natural state.
4. Studied and then recommended that the City of Iowa City apply to the
State Conservation Commission for adoption of special rules and
regulations concerning the operation of vessels on the Iowa River
within its territorial limits from the Coralville Milldam to the
Burlington Street Bridge.
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and Coralville to regulate recreational activities on the Iowa River
within their corporate limits.
6. Arranged an informational session for Johnson County, Coralville and
Iowa City elected representatives and Commission members demonstrating
the comparative features of the Cedar Rapids model hydraulic dam at
the University of Iowa Hydraulics Annex with the proposed study of the
Coralville Milldam hydraulic project.
7. Organized and implemented Iowa River Month activities for June 1985
including a joint jurisdictional proclamation of Iowa River Month by
the Mayors of Iowa City, Coralville, and the Chair of the Johnson
County Board of Supervisors, a series of Irving Weber historical
articles in the Press -Citizen, a photographic display and continuous
slide show on the owl a (Fiver at the Iowa City Public Library, and a
special recognition proclamation of Project GREEN for its riverfront
beautification contributions.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986 .
1. Evaluate the feasibility of river corridor and trail system land
acquisition through a) encouraging private -public and interjuris-
dictional cooperation, b) appraising expansion of the approach being
developed by the Iowa City Neighborhood Open Space Advisory Committee
for parkland dedication, and c) designating riverfront areas, which
may be of interest to Project GREEN and other groups for acquisition
and development.
2. Research sources of funds and methods to deal with urban streambank
erosion in order to provide information, which encourages riverbank
property owners to institute effective riverbank erosion control
measures.
3. Organize activities for June 1986, Iowa Rivers Month.
4. Investigate statutory means of increasing local control over activi-
ties on the Iowa .River that are within the local jurisdiction's
boundaries.
5. Encourage cooperative agreements among the jurisdictions along the
Iowa River in Johnson County to enhance the river and shore line
through clean up projects and vista beautification efforts.
6. Investigate expanding the charge of the Riverfront Commission to
include oversight of tributaries to the Iowa River, such as Ralston
Creek.
7. Continue educational and public awareness activities which stress the
protection of the Iowa River and its environs as well as the scenic
and aesthetic potential of the river.
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Craig Willis, Chairperson, Parks & Recreation Representative
Lorie Leo, Vice -Chairperson, Johnson County Representative
Pat Boutelle, University of Iowa Representative
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James Daly, Johnson County Representative
David Gerleman, City of Coralville Representative
Ray Helmer, City of Iowa City Representative
Sue Horowitz, Planning and Zoning Representative
Linda McGuire, City of Iowa City Representative
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Claire Rausch, City of Iowa City Representative
Jan Wielert'City of Iowa City Representative
Vacancy - Johnson County Representative
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Center Commission was established by the City Council and is
composed of nine members, six appointed by the City Council and three by
the Johnson County Board of Supervisors with the approval of the City
Council. The following duties and powers are assigned to the Commission;
to serve in an advisory role to the City Council with regard to the needs
of the Senior Center; to make recommendations with regard to policies and
programs of the Senior Center; to join staff and other interested persons
+ in seeking adequate financial resources for the operation of the Senior
Center; to encourage full participation by senior citizens in the programs
f of the Senior Center; to ensure that the Senior Center is effectively
integrated into the community and cooperates with organizations with
common goals in meeting the needs of senior citizens; to serve in an
advocacy role with regard to the needs of senior citizens in Iowa City;
and to assist the City Manager in the evaluation of personnel.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
.. 1. Supervised the operation of a facility for which 3,538 people re -
I!` } quested complimentary senior center cards; for which 2,182 people have
received parking stickers; to which over 64,000 visits were made and
which provided the elderly with a choice of 165 classes, 242 services
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2. Were involved in bringing the Senior Center to the County through the
publication of a monthly newspaper distributed to 5,200 households and
through the efforts of Commission, Council of Eiders and staff in
visiting civic groups, classes and clubs and county fairs.
3. Supported the efforts of 37 volunteers to run a shop selling the
crafts made by 233 elderly consignors. The shop grossed $8,911.00
this year.
4. Provided opportunities for over 1.87 people to volunteer as teachers,
— clerks, hosts/guides, librarians, reporters, bookkeepers, etc.,
resulting in over 14,000 hours of labor by older people for older
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— 5. Supported the coordination of services for the elderly through the
organization of service providers. Supported the outreach efforts of
service providers through the Senior Center Post. Supported the
efforts of service providers to meet the needs of the elderly by staff
facilitation of new programs such as the "Be Advised" legal series,
the "Women in the Workplace" series, and the semi-annual health
_ screening.
6. Encouraged the involvement of the University at the Senior Center as a
means of teaching about the aging process and as a vehicle to serve
— the elderly through support of research projects, practicum student
placements, tours, speaking engagements and workshops such as the AGES
series.
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7. Supported the Council of Elders in their efforts to encourage greater
participation through their outreach, publicity and volunteer
committees; through leadership training and through their Older
American Day festivities.
8. Provided opportunities for planners, social service providers and
staff to better serve the elderly by encouraging collection of data on
usage of services and activities at the Senior Center.
9. Assisted staff in the development and presentation of the Senior
Center budget.
10. Provided an ongoing forum for seniors to share concerns and interests
regarding the use of the Senior Center.
11. Were involved in an ongoing process of developing policies and
procedures for operation of the Senior Center.
12. Reviewed and accepted space applications for the Senior Center.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986
1. Continue to support outreach efforts of the Senior Center through the
publication of the Senior Center Post.
2. Continue to encourage the growth of the Eldercraft Shop as a service
to senior craftspeople and to the community.
3. Continue to support the efforts of the Council of Elders and organiza-
tion of service providers to serve the elderly of Johnson County
through the Senior Center.
4. Continue to provide an ongoing forum for seniors to share concerns and
interests regarding use of the Senior Center.
5. Continue to be involved in the ongoing process of developing policies
and procedures for the operation of the Senior Center.
6. Continue to accept applications for use of space at the Senior
Center.
7. Continue to advise City Council on future contractual agreements of
the Senior Center.
8. Continue to advise City Council on staffing needs of the Senior
Center.
9. Assist staff in the development and presentation of the Fiscal Year
1986 Budget.
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To recommend to the Council a policy for protecting fragile areas and
historic sites, and any other policies relating to the urban environment
which the Committee shall deem appropriate; to promote wider responsibility
for protecting natural and historic amenities; to increase public awareness
of the historic and natural features of our landscape; to refer to and
assist, as necessary, the Planning and Zoning Commission or any other
appropriate board or commission in developing appropriate standards for
protecting fragile areas, for the review of subdivision plans as they relate
to the concerns of the Committee, and for the implementation of any other
policies recommended by this Committee and approved by the City Council.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN FISCAL YEAR 1985
Recommended.. Urban Environment Policies to the City Council relating to the
protection and preservation of special features of Iowa City. These recom-
mendations related specifically to five elements to be protected and pre-
served:
1. Environmentally sensitive areas.
2. Buffer areas and open space.
3. Neighborhoods and structures.
4. Entranceways to Iowa City.
5. Scenic vistas.
Held two public meetings and spoke to one private organization to inform Iowa
City residents of the duties of the Committee and its scope of concerns, and
to receive citizens' ideas on the protection of the urban environment.
Prepared a general inventory of environmentally sensitive areas in Iowa City.
Reviewed numerous techniques and ordinances relating to the protection of the
urban environment from cities and counties throughout the United States; and
discussed legal aspects of limiting development.
Worked on recommendations to implement the adopted policies relating to the
protection and preservation of environmentally.sensitive areas.
Requested extension of the Committee's term for one year in order to complete
its duties.
PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1985
Make recommendations to- the City Council on the implementation of policies
relating to the preservation and protection of environmentally sensitive
areas, neighborhoods and structures, entranceways to Iowa City and scenic
vistas.
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Work with other commissions, in particular the Planning and Zoning Commis-
sion, Historic Preservation Commission and the Design Review Committee, or
how the adopted urban environment policies may best be implemented and
monitored in the future.
Provide information and education to increase public awareness and sensitiv-
ity to the urban environment policies.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Larry Baker, Co -chairperson
George Strait, Co -chairperson
Kay Amert
Horst Jordan
Jane Jakobsen
Steve Vanderwoude
Linda McGuire
Leo A. Lorenzen II
Larry L. Koch
Edward H. Brinton (Chamber of Commerce; non-voting member)
Pat Boutelle (University of Iowa, non-voting member)
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Date: October 3, 1985
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Terrence L. Timmins, City Attorneyd.,r-o
Re: Iowa -Illinois Franchise: Progress of Council Discussion
Introduction: At the informal session on September 23, 1985, the City
Counccii commenced its discussion of various issues involved in the renewal of
the Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Franchises, including drafts of the Electric
Franchise Ordinance and Public Utilities Regulatory Ordinance which I
prepared. At Mayor McDonald's suggestion, I am writing this memo to review
and recap that discussion, so as to establish a starting point for further
discussions.
Recap:
When the Council initially took up the discussion of this matter, it was
decided that we would proceed through the issues following the outline found
on pages 4 and .5 of my September 10 memo. In discussing item 1 of that
outline, "Regulation/Management of Utility Company Use of Public Right -of -
Way," the Council concurred with the language of the proposed franchise
ordinance and regulatory ordinance, Exhibits E and F, as they dealt with item
la "Cutting and Trimming of Trees," item 16 "Excavations" and item 1c
"Obstruction or Interference with Public Facilities or Other Utility Sys-
tems." With regard to item id, "utility System Expansion/Extensions/Major
Repair/Installation of New Systems," I reviewed with the Council both my
concerns and those of Iowa -Illinois regarding the review procedure for
electric utility system expansions, extensions and installation of new
sys ems (Exhibit F, Sections 33-182 through 33-184). I expressed the view
that two of the three criteria for review by the Director of Public
thereof, found in Section 33-183(a), at sub -paragraphs (1)
inappropriate and recommended that those criteria be deleted. The Council
concurred in that recommendation. With regard to Company concerns with the
added burden of having to go through a Planning Commission review for
electric utility expansions, extension, etc., the Council felt that a
rationale existed to support such additional review for electric utility
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extensions, expansions, Howeverand , 'indicated
did indicate would continue
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that this
additional planning review process for electrical utility extensions,
expansions, etc. should apply only to transmission lines, and not to distri-
bution lines. Of course, the more limited review process by the Director of
Public Works, found at Section 33-179 of the Regulatory Ordinance, would
continue to apply to both electrical transmission and distribution line
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distributionnlines. eThe Council tc. This ialso roindicated an athatai
it would perhaps be
redundant to require both the planning review process and a special exception
under zoning for electric utility system extension, expansions, etc. and
consequently directed staff to further examine the issue to see if one or the
other of these review processes should be modified.
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As to item 2 of the outline, Indemnity and Hold Harmless," the Council was
in agreement with the new language proposed in my draft of the franchise
ordinance, Exhibit E, Section 5.
As to item 3 of the outline, "Underground Service Districts," the Council had
no disagreement with the proposed language found in my draft of the franchise
ordinance, Exhibit E, Section 11. However, the Council could not reach
closure on the issue due to inability to find the corresponding provision of
the regulatory ordinance. This derives from the fact that the last seven
pages of my draft of the regulatory ordinance, Exhibit F, were apparently not
typed or xeroxed in their final form and did not find their way into my
report! The provisions of the regulatory ordinance regarding underground
service, Sections 33-185 through 33-187, are found in those last seven pages
and they are attached to this memo for your review. (Those pages have also
been "punched" so that you can insert them at the back of the report at the
end of Exhibit F.) The Council will probably want to engage in further
review and discussion of the provisions of the regulatory ordinance regarding
underground service.
With regard to item 4 of the outline, "Consumer Protection," there was
considerable discussion as to what the City's role should be regarding rate
Increase requests, customer complaints and energy conservation. However, the
only real consensus that developed was that the City utility specialist and
review commission should not become involved in any kind of hearings at the
local level regarding customer complaints. There was also some discussion of
my concern that it was inappropriate for the City to mandate specific energy
conservation programs, since this might conflict with the jurisdiction of the
Iowa Commerce Commission. However, when the issue of rate increase requests
came up, it became apparent that the Council's views on what the City's
involvement should be in all of these matters is somewhat tied to the
franchise fee issue, since the franchise fee would represent an offsetting
revenue against which to fund the utility specialist's salary and the utility
review commission. It was at this point that the Council decided to put off
further discussion of the consumer protection issues and instead turn to the
two major issues in contention - the term of the franchise and the franchise
fee.
In discussing the term of the franchise, the Council quickly reached the
consensus that the 15 year term most recently proposed by the Company was
acceptable. A related issue was also discussed by the Council at this point
and that was the provision proposed in my draft of the franchise ordinance,
Exhibit E, at Section 12, which would allow the City to "buy out" the
franchise in the tenth year, rather than at the end of the term of the
franchise (fifteenth year) as would be permitted pursuant to Section 472.46
of the Iowa Code. However, the Council decided to put that issue off so that
they could get right to the franchise fee issue.
After a lengthy discussion of the franchise fee issue, the Council reached an
apparent consensus to support a 1/21 franchise fee. After reaching consensus
on the franchise fee issue, the Council decided to adjourn the entire
discussion to a later date since it was getting rather late in the evening.
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In terms of identifying the issues left for further discussion; there are two
categories - those issues which were discussed but not decided and those
which have not yet been discussed. Underground service, the City's role in
energy conservation program requirements and rate increase requests, and the
ten year franchise buy out option are items which fall into the first
category of items discussed but not decided. The franchise fee may also fall
into this category if there is any change in consensus on the issue.
The items which have yet to be discussed are those which appear as item 7 on
the outline under the heading "Miscellaneous." Those include "(a) Purchase
of Power from Other Sources/Co-Generation/Buy-Back/Wheeling Fee," "(b)
Termination Due to Breach," and "(c) Relocation."
Conclusion: Once the Council has had an opportunity to discuss and reach
consensus on all remaining issues, further discussion will be held with
Iowa -Illinois. Hopefully the Company will then communicate in some form with
the Council indicating its position on these issues. At that juncture,
negotiations can begin in earnest.
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Section 33-185. Underground Service Required. In all new residential subdi-
visions platted or developed in Iowa City after
1966, public utility companies shall be required to
place all utility distribution systems in properly con-
structed underground conduits or sheathing. Gas utility
distribution mains and lines, and supply lines, shall be
placed underground throughout the City. When directed by
the City, public utility companies shall place their utility
system components in properly constructed underground
facilities, including conduits or sheathing within under-
ground service districts established in non-residential
areas or in residential areas platted or developed prior to
, 1966. Underground electrical service
shall be installed pursuant to the requirements of Chapter
33, Article III of this Municipal Code. Underground
telephone service shall be installed pursuant to the
requirements of Chapter 33, Article IV of this Municipal
Code.
Section 33-186. Underground Service Districts Established. The following
described area(s) shall constitute the underground service
district(s):
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(1) Downtown District: Madison Street north from Court
Street to Washington Street, Washington east to Clinton
Street, Clinton Street north to Iowa Avenue, Iowa
Avenue east to Gilbert Street, Gilbert Street south to
Court Street, and Court Street west to Madison Street.
(2)
Section 33-167. Underground District Regulations.
(a) Before commencing the work of placing utility lines
underground, the Company shall file with the City a
written statement specifying the particular streets,
alleys and public highway, or parts thereof, in which
underground utilities are to be located, the approxi-
mate size of the lines, cables, and/or conduits
proposed to be used and the distance from the surface
of the street to the top of such lines, cables, and/or
conduits.
(b) The statements required by subsection (a) of this
section shall be accompanied by a map, plan or specifi-
cations which shall show the proposed location of the
lines, cables and/or conduits with reference to the
streets, alleys and surface of the streets and the
approximate dimensions of the lines, cables, conduits
or manholes to be used therewith. The proposed
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locations may be changed by the Department of Public
Works of the City if they shall in any way interfere
with other conduits
pipes or mains placed underground
by the City or by any other public utility.
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(c) The statement, map, plan or specifications, altered as i
provided for in subsection (b) of this section, after ,
being corrected or changed, together with the original i
statement, shall remain on file in the office of the
Department of Public Works of the City. All under-
ground facilities shall be constructed in accordance
with the corrected statement, map, plan or specifics- I �
tions.
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(d) A permit to excavate in any street, alley or public
highway shall be issued by the Department of Public
Works to construct underground facilities as provided
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location has been approved by the Department of Public
Works. All such excavations shall be made in compli-
ance with the requirements of this Chapter and Chapter
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31 of the Municipal Code.
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(e) In planning underground conduits, the Company shall
include in the plans a conduit space of the capacity of
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one duct in which the City may place its wires, free of
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charge. The City shall be allowed free access to such
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ducts at all times and shall be allowed facilities and
privileges at manholes for putting in or taking out
wires in the space allotted to the City, equal, in all
respects, to those of the Company.
(f) The above -ground extension of a utility line from an
underground conduit to a building or other location
within the underground district must be approved by the
Department of Public Works of the city prior to its
installation.
Section 33-188. Public Utility Company Contractors. The requirements of
this chapter shall apply fully to all persons, firms or
corporations performing work for a public utility company
under a contract or other type of work order.
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Division 4. General Provisions.
Section 33-189. Conditions of Street Occupancy.
(a) Use. All utility system components erected by a public
utility company within the city shall be so located as
to cause minimum interference with other public
utilities located in the streets, alleys and other
public ways and places, and to cause minimum interfer-
ence with the rights or reasonable convenience of
property owners who adjoin any of the said streets,
alleys or other public ways and places.
(b) Relocation. The Company shall, upon reasonable notice
and at its cost and expense, remove, locate and
relocate its utility system components in, on, over or
under any public right-of-way in the city in such
manner as the City may at any time require for the
purpose of facilitating the construction, reconstruc-
tion, maintenance, repair or change in grade of any
public improvement on, in or about any such public
right-of-way, for the purpose of promoting the effi-
cient operation of any such improvement, or for the
purpose of facilitating the vacation and redevelopment
of public right-of-way by the City. In the event the
public utility company fails to act within the allotted
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time, the City may cause the utility distribution
systems to be relocated and the costs thereof shall be
assessed to the public utility company.
(c) Placement of Components. The public utility company
shall not place their utility system components in the
public right-of-way where the same will interfere with
the normal use or maintenance of any public improve-
ment, including but not limited to streets, alleys,
sidewalks, traffic control devices, sanitary sewers,
storm sewers, storm drains or water mains.
Section 33-190. Powers of City. Nothing in this chapter contained shall be
construed to abridge the right or power of the City to make
further regulations relative to the use of the streets,
alleys and public grounds by a public utility company using
the same for the erection and maintenance of utility
systems, nor to prevent the City from enlarging the under-
ground district whenever it shall be deemed necessary.
Section 33-191. Penalty. Any persons violating this chapter shall be guilty
of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be
punished according to the provisions of Section
Section 2. Severability Clause. If any of the provisions of this Ordinance
are for any reason declared illegal or void, then the lawful
provisions of this Ordinance, which are severable from said
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unlawful provisions, shall be and remain in full force and
effect, the same as if the Ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
Section 3. Repealer. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with
the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
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Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect
from and after its final passage and publication as by law
provided.
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ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
MAYOR
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unlawful provisions, shall be and remain in full force and
effect, the same as if the Ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
Section 3. Repealer. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with
the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
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Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect
from and after its final passage and publication as by law
provided.
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ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
MAYOR
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 4, 1985
TO: City Council
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FROM: Mickey Lauria, Chairpersonm
Committee on Community Needs
RE: One Per Cent Franchise Fee for the Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Co.
On May 29, 1985, the Committee on Community Needs forwarded a
recommendation to the City Council to support the Resources
Conservation Commission's recommendation to approve the 1%
Franchise fee for the Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company.
At its meeting on October 1, 1985, the Committee on Community
Needs reaffirmed its position supporting the Resources Con-
servation Commission's recommendation.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 4, 1985
TO: City Council
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FROM: Mickey Lauria, Chairpersonm
Committee on Community Needs
RE: One Per Cent Franchise Fee for the Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Co.
On May 29, 1985, the Committee on Community Needs forwarded a
recommendation to the City Council to support the Resources
Conservation Commission's recommendation to approve the 1%
Franchise fee for the Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company.
At its meeting on October 1, 1985, the Committee on Community
Needs reaffirmed its position supporting the Resources Con-
servation Commission's recommendation.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: October 4, 1985
To: Neal Berlin and the �City Council
From: Chuck Schmadeke 6 IJ,
Re: Clear Creek Development
The Public Works Department has made an investigation of the availability of
puhlic utilities for the Clear Creek Development located north of Melrose
Avenue and adjacent to and east of relocated U.S. Highway 218.
City -owned public utilities are not readily available since there are no
existing subdivisions adjacent to the site. The costs of providing public
utilities to the site are as follows:
Sanitary Sewer - Sanitary sewer must be extended from the Hawkeye
lift station to the site.
1600 lineal ft. of 24" diameter pipe @ 535/lineal ft. - $ 56,000
6400 lineal ft. of 15" diameter pipe @ 525/lineal ft. - $160,000
20 manholes @ 51500/manhole - $ 30,000
Total sanitary sewer cost - $246,000
Water Main - Three major water main. loops must be completed as part of the
water main extension to insure adequate pressure and reliability. These
loops would be completed in any event as development is completed along
Highway 91, Mormon Trek and relocated 9218 between Rohret Road and Melrose.
3600 lineal ft. of 12" pipe on Highway 1 from
Miller Ave. to Ashley Dr. @ 522.50/lineal ft. - $ 81,000
2500 lineal ft. of 12" diameter pipe near the inter-
section of Highway 1 and Mormon Trek Blvd. _ E 56,250
@ 522.50/lineal ft.
4500 lineal ft. of 12" diameter pipe from Hunter's _ $101,250
Run to Melrose Ave. @ 522.50/lineal ft.
5000 lineal ft, of 12' diameter pipe from Melrose
Ave. to the entrance road of Clear Creek _ $112,500
Addition @ 522.50/lineal ft.
Total water main cost - $351,000
Pavan - Access to the Clear Creek Development is provided along the existing
frontaAvenuegnorthwesterlynt to the 5000 feeteast to thede of entranceoofted theHCleary 218 CreekfrotraMelrose
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CLEAR CREEK INVESTMENT COMPANY
1130 MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA 52401
319-362.1141
April 5, 1985
The Honorable John McDonald, Mayor
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mayor McDonald:
We have completed a preliminary layout of building locations, streets, utility
lines and water retention pool for our science park. We have also estimated the
growth profile and cost of the internal infrastructure. While we have kept your
staff informed on progress, we would like to recapitulate these results for you
and reach agreement on some essential matters so we can proceed on the project.
It appears that the fully developed project would have 21 buildings valued at
about $195,000,000 in 1985 dollars. At present rates, this would provide about
$4,900,000 in property taxes annually. We would expect permanent employment growing
to around 12,500. At rates currently prevailing in the industry, the annual pay-
roll would be about $464,000,000. Fringe benefits would add about $139,000,000.
The rate of growth is subject to a number of influences so it can not be predicted
accurately. The above figures include expansions of the original buildings as the
businesses grow, so we are assuming that the coopletion of full development will
take about 20 years.
The cost of the internal infrastructure will be reasonable. If the land must
bear much cost of external infrastructure, however, it will not compete well against
land in other communities which are offering strong inducements to promote growth
of this type. We understand that your staff has been studying the engineering and
cost aspects of the external infrastructure. We are anxious to hear the Council's
perspective on measures the city can take to provide needed facilities.
We do not believe it is necessary for the city to incur construction costs
prior to the time that an agreement is reached with the first client firm. If
engineering, easements and financing arrangements were accomplished, construction
could be done after the first client projects were started. We are assuming that
the first project will be sold in 1986 and the sewer, water and paving would be
built in the 1987 construction season.
Our considerations to data still indicate that the types of activities outlined
in our May 18, 1984, Draft Agreement in Principle (copy enclosed) form a viable eco-
nomic unit which would furnish desirable attributes to the community. The land
usage is similar to ORP. The main difference is that our plan includes high tech-
nology light manufacturing. We believe that this usage is critical to attracting
R E D laboratories. We also believe that a project of this size must be able to
provide facilities for lodging, eating and recreation without sDeciml approval.
In laying out the project we have conformed to the seven acre minimum lot size
and have tried to conform to the various setback and side yard requirements and
the parking size and distribution requirements of ORP, In the main, we were able
to conform. However, due to the nature of the terrain and its resultant effect on
building location and street routing, there were a few instances in which it is not
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possible to conform completely with the side yard and parkin? distribution require-
ments without excessive and ugly earth moving.
We understand your staff is working on a new zoning catevory similar to ORP
but incorporating the manufacturing, lodging and eating features. As a result of
our design studies, we have concluded that it is also essential to introduce language
which would permit some deviations in setbacks, side yard and narking distribution
as required to utilize the natural beauty of the terrain.
One of the inducements being offered by other communities is complete tax
abatement on property for as long as 25 years. We recognize that the city needs
to increase its tax base, so we do not believe that approach is aporopriate. It
would reduce our risk and help attract clients if the modest tax abatement recently
adopted for manufacturing plants could be extended to R E D laboratories. As a
minimum, the improvements should not be entered on the tax rolls until beneficial
occupancy. It will provide more encouragement to the project and return much greater
return to the city if the city brings water and sewer to the site and paves the
frontage road.
We appreciate your consideration of these matters and hope that you will find
it possible to accommodate them. We are anxious to move ahead into the selling
phase.
I plan to be in Iowa City on April 12. Will it be possible to visit with you
some time during the day? Use the address or phone given at the bottom of the
first page to contact me.
Very truly yours,
CLEAR CREEK INVESTMENT COMPANY
Gene R. Marner
President
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AGREEMENT IN PRINCIPLE
MAY 18, 1984 DRAIT
1. The purpose of this statement is to document understandings between the
City of Iowa City and the Clear Geek Investment Company with regard to the *stab-
lishment and operation of a research campus at Iowa City.
_ 2. With cooperation and assistance from the city, the Clear Creek Investment
icompany will undertake to establish and operate the research campus with the intent
to achieve certain public and private goals.
3. The goals of this undertaking ares
3.1 To strengthen the economic base of the City of Iowa City{
3.2 To provide espl.oysent opportunities within the Iowa City area{
3.3 To foster the relocition and creation of firms which utilise high
technology or which provide products or services which are needed by high tech-
nology institutions and to provide conditions which are conducive to sound growth
by these client firms+
3.4 To provide to society at large the benefits resulting from the
creation and application of high technology products and services;
3,5 To provide a return to the Clear Creek Investment Company commensurate
with the level of investment, skill, effort and risk involved in the project= and
3.6 Other goals as the city and Clear Creek Investment Company shall as-
tablish from time to time by mutual agreement.
r. The term "Clear Creek Investment Company" used herein shall be understood
to encompass associated entities as may be necessary from business or legal con -
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siderations ■uch as subcontractors. subsidiary firms associate contractors and
joint venture or partnership firms. Introduction of any such entities shall not
be intended to deviate from the spirit of this agreement.
U Clear Creek Investment Company will develop land@ buildings and associated
facilities for sale and Lave to client luras which will conduct operations at�ths
resear-W eampus. }_
6. Examples of the types of enta_prises which may be conducted includes
6,1 Research and development laboratories;
6:2 Nigh technology light production plants;
6.3 Eaginsering and consulting firms;
6.4 Computer software development files;
6.5 Computer sales and service firms; -
6.6 Computation services;
6.7 Regional representation and distribution fuss;
6,8 Special facilities and services for new high technology enterprises;
5.9 Professional service firms;
6.10 Facilities for professional seetings;•and
6,11 Supporting facilities for lodging and recreation,
7, The principal site of the research campus shall be on land currently
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owned by the Clear Creek Investment Company in western Iowa City. Approximately
200 acres shall be made available to this project.
B. In recognition of the public benifits in general and the specific economic
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benefits to the city, the city will undertake to accomplish the following actionst
0.1• Inclusion of the project in -the short and long.range_city pleas and
establishment of planning and zoning agreements so that orderly planning can be
accomplished and so that credible representations ay be mads to potential clients
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1.2 Establishment of industrial revenue bonding for the ovarsall project
and for client projects as they arise from time to times
8.3 Provision for the defe;al of property taxes on improvements. until
they'ars placed into beneficial uses
0.4 Provision for sewer and water service to the site locations and
8.5 General promotion of the project by providing publicity, assisting
in client search and relocations and other activities as would be helpful to the i
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2. The Iowa City Council and *the Hoard of Directors of the Clear 'Crook'
Investment Company support the provisions of this Agresmant in Principle and will ;
work in a supportive manner to develop and.refine necessary details of the agreement
and to take positive steps toward the accomplishment of the stated goals and actions
so that the research campus can beeome an early reality, affecting the desired
economic and cultural benefits to the community and the Companys.
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John McDonald, Mayor
The City of Iowa City
Gene R Marner, President
Clear Crack Investment Company
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: October 4, 1985
To: City Council
From: Patt Cain, Associate Planner�d Co
Re: HUD/SBR Technical Assistance for Clear Creek Project
Background
As reported to the Council in August, the City's application to a joint
program of the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Small
Business Administration for technical assistance for local economic develop-
ment has been approved. Assistance is being offered for the Clear Creek
Research Park project to aid in delineating the roles and responsibilities of
the public and private sectors in this venture.
The Match Institution of Washington, D.C., a consulting firm with over 15
years of experience in community and economic development, was chosen by
HUD/SBA to coordinate and deliver assistance under this joint program.
Summaries of the Match Institution experience and that of David Nesbitt, who
will carry out the Iowa City project, are attached as Addendum A.
Outline of Proposal
The technical assistance plan is explained in the attached cover letter,
Memorandum of Agreement and Technical Assistance Work Plan. The primary
activity envisioned is an intensive development charrette including key
participants from each of the parties at interest, i.e. the developer, the
City and the University of Iowa. (A tentative charrette outline is at-
tached.) Two to four members of the Society of Industrial Realtors would
serve as expert participants in the charrette and at least one would have
direct experience in development of research/office parks in association with
a university.
The proposed technical assistance plan has been discussed with Clear Creek
principals and University administrators. Letters indicating their support
are attached. In addition, the College of Business Administration has
offered use of the Stevens Conference Room and auxiliary rooms in Phillips
Hall for the charrette.
Pr000sed Budget
A tentative budget for the project is attached to the Technical Assistance
Work Plan. The cost of the entire process is estimated as $8,921, based on
the scope of work as proposed, and would be adjusted as the work plan is
1A charrette is defined as "an intensive meeting at which community members
participate with government officials to develop a proposal or to resolve
areas of contention related to a proposed plan or program. (From: Encyclo-
pedia of Community Planning and Environmental Management.)
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refined (peer experts confirmed, etc.). The Clear Creek developers enthusi-
astically support this project and have offered to pay for half the cost of
the technical assistance project, based on the proposed budget. The expected
cost to the City would then be approximately $4,500.
Actions Required by Council
To move ahead with this proposal, Council should authorize execution of the
Memorandum of Agreement. This document is essentially a commitment to pursue
the project subject to final approval of a Technical Assistance Work Plan
developed with Match Institution staff. It is not an approval of the work
plan as now proposed but does commit the Council 7Y reimburse costs incurred
prior to termination of the agreement (if the parties are not able to develop
a mutually acceptable work plan).
Once the Memorandum of Agreement has been executed and returned to the Match
Institution, David Nesbitt can continue to refine the assistance plan. As
one of the first steps in this process, he will visit Iowa City to review
progress to date, interview principal parties and inspect the development
site. After this initial visit, a detailed work plan and budget will be
drafted for Council concurrence for the project to continue.
If Council agrees to pursue this technical assistance, a resolution authoriz-
ing execution of the Memorandum of Agreement will be on the agenda for the
formal meeting of October 22.
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2101 S Street Northwcs[
Washington, DC 20008
July 22, 1985
Patt Cain, Associate Planner
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52440
Dear Ms. Cain:
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(202) 745-4596
Telex: 440432 MATCH
Please find attached three (3) copies of the Memorandum of
Agreement and Technical Assistance Work Plan in support of your
nomination and approval for participation in the HUD/SBA Techni-
cal Assistance Joint Agency Agreement.
Please add or delete what you feel is necessary and any
changes will be incorporated into a revised document. Further,
note that budget costs may be affected by the number of Peer
Experts included as part of the process.
As I have indicated, it would appear that the Clear Creek
project could be enhanced by the use of an intensive development
charette (2 days maximum) which would bring to the table key
participants from each of the parties at interest. The charette
would focus on the responsibilities necessary to successfully
market the project and clearly delineate the respective roles in
this public/private venture.
The budget assumes the use of three (3) Society of Indus-
trial Realtors who have extensive experience with office/research
types of projects and who would spend a brief amount of time
looking at the site and proposed development, and then would
participate in the charette. If it is necessary a fourth person
would be added to the charette team specializing in market analy-
sis of industrial properties in the region. The combined re-
sources of the developer, city, and university would provide
the basis of examining and developing a series of "next steps"
to implement the concept.
I plan to meet with Mr. Robert Boley, President of the
Society of Industrial Realtors, who would recommend members
appropriate for this project.
I will also be forwarding copies of the attached to the
appropriate HUD and SBA offices responsible for your city. They
may choose to participate in the process as we move forward.
If there are any questions pleape do not hesitate to call.
IZAvid Nesbitt
DN/rb V Project Director
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MEMORANDU?I ,)y AGREEME::':-
HUD/SBA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR
LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AND ShLALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
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This Memorandum of Agreement is between Iowa City, Iowa
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(referred to in this Memorandum as the Community) and The MATCE
Institution ter referred to as, of Washington, D.C.(hereinafter i i I
MATCH),, in behalf of a business or development expert (herein-
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This Memorandum sets forth the obligations of the parties
in the utilization of technical assistance services related to I
economic development and/or small business assistance.
This Memorandum contemplates MATCH providing a coordina-
tive role to the Community in the direct provision of technical
assistance by a jointly selected Peer Expert.
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Further, upon the completion of the technical assistance ,
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provided as part of this agreement and the Technical Assistance
Work Plan,
Iowa Citywill provide to MATCH
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form and format to be provided at a later date), an evaluatior.
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of the work performed and any other reports deemed necessary.
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MATCH and the Peer Expert are prepared to offer these ser-
vices to the Community in accordancewith a Technical Assistance_
Work Plan
predicated on materials provided by the Community, as I
part of the nomination process. The Technical Assistance Work Plan
may be revised and modified with the concurrence of both parties.
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Compensation for said assistance shall be divided between
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two technical assistance providers. MATCH and the Peer Expert.
MATCH shall receive compensation for the following costs
if and when incurred:
a. travel reimbursement and per diem where a MATCH on site
coordinator is necessary during the delivery of the pro-
posed Technical Assistance, and subject to the projected
person days approved and provided in the Technical
Assistance Work Plan; and
b. after the Community's receipt of a final report on the
' technical assistance provided under MATCH's SBA/HUD
Agreement, and subject to the Community's assessment '
that follow-up technical assistance is necessary, MATCH
shall negotiate an agreement with the Community for com-
pensiation to include travel, per diem, and a negotiated
person day rate to include a base rate plus general ad_
iministrative overhead fee.
The Peer expert shall receive compensation and reimbursement
'for the following services and cost:
a. professional fees reflective of the marketplace for like
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cluded in the Technical Assistance Work Plan; and
b. travel and per diem costs consistent with the level o`
effort outlined in the Technical Assistance Work Plan.
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contain the following proviso; that payment for professional
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services shall not be effectuated until the Community and MATCH
concur on the completion of the Peer Expert's scope of work as
outlined in the Peer Expert Agreement. This proviso should not
affect reimbursement of out-of-pocket costs for travel and per
diem incurred by the Peer Expert in compliance with the scope of
work.
This Memorandum of Agreement may be terminated at the discre-
tion of either Party upon two weeks notice to the other. Subject,
however, to the compensation of all costs (including, but not
limited to, person days, travel, and per diem) incurred to the
date of said termination.
Therefore, in consideration of the proposed cost sharing pro-
visions contained herein, and subject to concurrence of both par-
ties to a Technical Assistance Work Plan, the undersigned parties
agree that this Memorandum reflects the full understanding and
intent as to the Technical Assistance project to be pursued.
The Community and MATCH shall indicate their concurrence by
executing this Memorandum of Agreement and returning the original
to:
The MATCH Institution
2101 S Street, N,w,
Washington, D.C. 2000°
The parties have executed this Agreement on (day)
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For the Community For The MATCH Institution
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HUD/SBA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 1
FOR LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AND SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WORK PLAN
Prepared For:
Iowa City, Iowa
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This plan of work is intended to br, a basis for thu pro-
vision of technical assistance through peer to Neer e::ch,Woes
in selected CDBG Entitlement Communities.
The HATCH Institution, under a joint working agreement be-
tween the Small Business Administration and the Department of
Housing and Urban Development, shall be partially compensated
for work to be performed under this work plan.
The technical assistance is targeted to a specific project
or process and the expectation is that as a result of the tech-
nical assistance provided, a reasonable chance of success exists.
The program identifies tasks, estimates time commitments
and defines schedules in order to facilitate and expedite the
technical assistance process.
In addition, there is an attached budget summary which re-
flects the cost to you for The MATCH Institution's work, as well
as the proposed level of effort and projected cost of the se-
lected Development/Business Peer Expert. Please note that The
MATCH Institution's work may be divided between Project Coordi-
nation and Direct Technical Assistance delivery. The Project
Coordination cost is being paid by the SBA/HUD joint agenc}'
agreement.
The proposed work is to begin in August 1985 and be
completed by Novemberl519 85 A combined total of _30 person
days of effort are projected for DUTCH and the Development;'
Business Expert. Any follow-up time requirements after the
delivery of this level of effort will bn nec;:tiated at the
.appropriate time and bk ,aparat • aaru.e::.::
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Thu Conmlunity and MATCH shall indicate their concurrence
by executing this work plan. Please return one (1) copy to:
The MATCH Institution
2101 S Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 2008
The parties have executed this work plan on (day)
of lg_
For the Community For The MATCH Institution
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by executing this work plan. Please return one (1) copy to:
The MATCH Institution
2101 S Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 2008
The parties have executed this work plan on (day)
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MATCH 4 X $530.00 DCA Round Trip $2,120
PEER EXPERT: 4 industrial 6 market development 576
persons using Chicaog as a base of
calculation
HOTEL: @ $50/night X 12 nights 600*
OTHER: Ground transportation @ $50/day X 8 400
PER DIEM @ $50/day X15 725
TOTAL 4,421.00**
PERSON DAYS
PROJECT COORDINATION - MATCH 10 days paid by SBA/HUD
DIRECT DELIVERY.- MATCH 4 X $325.00 1,300.00
PEER EXPERT 16 X $200/day 3,200.00
TOTAL —$9—,92100
* includes the cost of the charette for hotel accommodations
** represents a not to exceed figure. Travel would be billed
only on a direct reimbursable basis.
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TRAVEL
COST
AIR FARE:
MATCH 4 X $530.00 DCA Round Trip $2,120
PEER EXPERT: 4 industrial 6 market development 576
persons using Chicaog as a base of
calculation
HOTEL: @ $50/night X 12 nights 600*
OTHER: Ground transportation @ $50/day X 8 400
PER DIEM @ $50/day X15 725
TOTAL 4,421.00**
PERSON DAYS
PROJECT COORDINATION - MATCH 10 days paid by SBA/HUD
DIRECT DELIVERY.- MATCH 4 X $325.00 1,300.00
PEER EXPERT 16 X $200/day 3,200.00
TOTAL —$9—,92100
* includes the cost of the charette for hotel accommodations
** represents a not to exceed figure. Travel would be billed
only on a direct reimbursable basis.
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CHARETTE SCHEDULE
Parties to the process: Developer, the University, and selected
members of the city
The charette process will be an intensive work session
bringing the parties at interest to the table to reach a con -
census of what is required to move a high tech industrial park
to development fruition.
The schedule that follows is in outline form only and
represents the key material and schedule considerations. This
schedule will be refined and developed in greater detail at a
later date.
DAY ONE
8:30 - 8:45 Coffee and introductions
8:45 - 8:30 The Market Overview -- national and regional
trends in developing a class A office/high tech
industrial park
9:30 -10•:30 What is it we want? The perspective of the
developer, the university, and the city
10:30-10:45 BREAK
10:45-11:45 Where are we now and are there gaps in definition?
12:00-1:30 LUNCH
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Statement and summary of the morning session
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Can we prioritize the issues and the perception
of what is needed to make the project happen?
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What are the steps and commitments necessary to
make the project happen?
4:45 -
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participants to move to a series of recommenda-
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DAY TWO
8:15 - 8:30 Coffee and danish
8:30 -10:15 Recommended next steps with full discussion of
same with participants
Defined coordinative role for whom?
Defined schedule to reach a go -no-go decision
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RECEIVED AUG 21 1985
CLEAR CREEK INVESTMENT COMPANY
1130 MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
CEDAR RAPIDS. IOWA 52401
319.3621141
August 17, 1985
Ms Patt Cain, Associate Planner
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
.Dear Ms Cain:
Thank you for your letter of August 1. It was good to hear that
your application for HUD/SBA planning assistance for the Clear Creek
Research Park has been granted. This grant carries the potential for
considerable benefit to the community. It was also good to have the
opportunity to discuss the project with you this oast week.
As we discussed, there is some need to fill out some details of
the work plan, clarify language in the work statement, refine and clarify
the budget and funding responsibilities and select the personnel required.
'there are also some questions as to participation on the part of other
organizations. He understand that you are working on these matters.
These efforts can be used to fine tune the planning work to best
serve the project and the community. Anticipating that a satisfactory
agreement can be effected shortly, we wish t0 indicate our support for
the planning effort, we will make suggestions concerning the scope of
work and choice of personnel and will actively assist in the conduct of
the work.
The Clear Creek Investment Company will also be willing to provide
some financial assistance. Please keep us informed as you firm up fund-
ing requirements so that we can determine an appropriate funding level.
Very truly yours,
CLEAR CREEK INVESTMENT COMPAIIY
Gene R. Marner
President
k -MISSOURI OPERATIONS: 14555 COEUR D'ALENC COURT. CMESTCRFIELD. MISSOURI 63017 • 314.532.4462
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The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
Office of the Vice President for
Educational Development & Research,
Dean of the Graduate College
(319) 353.5534
August 21, 1985
Ms. Patt Cain
Associate Planner
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Dear Patt:
Your August 2 letter informing me of the award from the Match
Institution to assist in the development of Clear Creek as an
office/research lark came while I was away from the campus. I am writing
now to offer my congratulations and to assure City officials that we are
prepared to participate as appropriate in further developrents relating to
the award.
Sincerely,
D. C. priestersbach
Viae PEesident and Dean
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SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES IN
DEVELOPMENT PLANNING, MANAGEMENT AND TRAINING
The MATCH Institution
2101 S Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C.
August 1, 1984
SUMMARY
The MATCH Institution is an applied management and
professional services firm with expertise in a broad range
of program areas, including: Community and Economic Develop-
ment; Urban ane Regional Planning; Policy Analysis and
Public Management.
MATCH was organized in 1968 to enhance the capacity of
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state and local governments in program and financial manage-
ment, consistent with federal policy initiatives in housing
and community economic development. Over the course of
sixteen years MATCH has repeatedly served in a technical
assistance cap.:ci.ty providing assessment of planning and
management needs, delivery of assistance in meeting those
needs, and evaluation during and after program implementa-
tion. MATCH's involvement has also included the preparation
of training and planning materials suitable for dissemina-
tion, often in the form of a guidebook or workshop, to a I
wide range of public officials and citizen organizations.
MATCH has often worked in selecting localities on
behalf of federal agencies. Although the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development has been a
p prime customer, i
other clients have included the Department of Transporta-
tion, Economic Development Administration, Department of
Labor, Small Business Administration, and a significant
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zations and financial associations.
As a consequence of this extensive community develop-
ment activity, MATCH has a thorough understanding of federal
executive and legislative intent and of the policy implica-
tions for states and localities. This enables MATCH to
assist clients in developing and managing programs consis-
tent with meeting federal objectives. MATCH experience
reflects a staff capability to develop projects that attract
private investment in urban areas; to improve local capacity
in managing development resources; and to plan and implement
economic development and expanded small business programs.
Typical of the type of contract that MATCH has per-
formed is the recently completed contract with HUD to .
promote the rehabilitation of multifamily rental property.
Preparatory to proposed legislation creating a block grant
program for. the rehabilitation of multifamily housing, MATCH
worked with selected states and localities in the develop-
ment of prototype programs illustrating ways to combine
rental rehabilitation assistance with bond financing
techniques. These prototypes have been used as models for
other states as a way to enhance private sector involvement
in the production of housing in low and moderate income
neighborhoods.
Consistent with MATCH emphases was a two year contract
performed for HUD to design and implement an extensive
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system for training and rendering technical assistance to
private sector groups and local elected officials in commu-
nity planning and development activity. In the course of
this effort, as part of the Community Planning and Develop-
ment Institute, more than fifty regional conferences were
held in various parts of the country, a series of published
training and research materials were prepared and distribut-
ed nationwide, and more than a thousand participants were
trained on effective CDP techniques.
MATCH was also one of ten contractors for HUD's Capaci-
ty Building Demonstration aimed at improving the management
and administration of community development and housing
programs by non -entitlement communities. This work included
the development of a series of written and printed materials
for future use in communities. Under a separate contract
with the Community Planning and Development office of HUD,
MATCH wrote a popular guidebook on planning for use by
citizens, local officials, and community groups in under-
standing the HUD 701 comprehensive planning program and its
requirements.
The capacity of The MATCH Institution to respond to the
professional service needs in .management and system support
has resulted in a team approach involving a highly experi-
enced professional staff of planners, development and
management specialists, policy analysts and lawyers. This
team approach has a major objective of assuring short-term
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consulting and other support services relating to the
assessment, planning, design, implementation and evaluation
of administrative programs based on the underlying policies
and objectives of the development process. Our record of
work with local clients, in particular, should be assurance
of the timely identification of local technical assessment
needs and program assistance that aid in project -implemen-
tation.
A brief summary of MATCH evpPrience is attached.
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o Memphis, Tennessee. Development of Comprehensive Redevelop-
ment Plan
o National League of Cities and U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Land Use and Services Planning for Seven Communities.
o Economic Development Administration. Development of
Information Monitoring System for New Town Development
o HUD Division of New Communities. Review and Edit of
Developer's Manual
o HUD. Design of New Communities Workshop
o HUD. Developed Training and Technical Assistance Program
for Local Officials
o HUD. Designed Citizens Training Program
o HUD. Documentation of Successful Citizen Participation
Programs
o UMTA. Developed Citizen Participation Guidelines
o Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Negotiated Dispute Settlement
Regarding Highway Construction Project
o Federal Regional Councils. Identification of Federal Fund-
ing Resources
o Mississippi Action for Community Education. Developed Grant
Proposals
o States of Florida and North Carolina. Developed Grant
Proposals
o State of Florida. Development of Local Technical Assistance
Program
o State of North Carolina. Review and Evaluation of States'
Local Government Assistance Programs
o Newark, New Jersey. Development of Program Evaluation
Procedures
o Institute for Services to Education. Development of Housing
Management and Construction Business Evaluation Survey
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o Economic Development Administration. Packaged Real Estate
Transaction for Motel Development
o U.S. Commerce Department. Development of Renewal Plans for
Downtown Commercial Corridor in Atlanta, Georgia
o Inner City Development Corporation. Advocacy Planning for
Atlanta Businessman's Organization
o U.S. Savings 6 Loan League. Development of Urban Lending
Seminar
o District Of Columbia. Development of Anti -Redlining
Lending and Insurance Guidelines
o Participant on White House Task Force on Small Business
Development
o Small Business Administration. Provision of Technical
Assistance to 90 Small Business Clinets
o The Delta Foundation. Developed Cooperative Business
Development Plan
o U.S. Department of Commerce. Analysis of Role of Community
Development Corporations
o HUD. Recommended Bonding Changes to Broaden Minority Par-
ticipation. in HUD projects
o Washington Real Estate Brokers Association. Conducted
Summer Institute for Minority Contractors and Property
Managers
o Federal Railroad Administration. Design of Minority
Business Development Program
o Federal Highway Administration. Development Guide on
Successful Affirmative Action Plans
o National Homes Corporation. Developed Affirmative Action
Plan
o National Urban Coalition. Developed Technical Assistance
Program for Minority Business Enterprises
o U.S. Department of Labor. Analysis of Impact of Federal
Programs on Minority Business Enterprises
o Office of Minority Business Enterprise. Provided On -Call
.Technical Assistance
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ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (cont'd)
o Delivery of Technical Assistance to Minority Entrepreneurs
o Coca-Cola Bottling Company. Cost Effectiveness Analysis
of Use of Blue Collar Personnel
o Revlon Corporation. Developed Strategy for Integration
of Subsidiary
PUBLIC MANAGEMENT AND POLICY ANALYSIS
o HUD. Provided Management Assistance to Demonstration Cities
- Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Lancaster, Pennsylvania
o Prince Georges County. Developed Staff Development Work
Program
o HUD. Development of Innovative Local Capacity Building
Program
o Real Estate Management Companies. Development of Management
Information Systems
o Minority:Business Resource Center. Design of Data on
Information Management System
o Development of Management Information System for CETA Prime
Sponsors
o Development of Information System for Community Action
Agencies
o Office of Economic Opportunity. Provided Technical Assis-
tance in Use of Automated Management Control Systems
o District of Columbia. Development of Fiscal Management
Control System
o HUD. Development of Review System for New Communities
Applicants
o Federal Laboratories, Inc. Developed Computer Inventory
Control System
o Ohio Commission on Aging. Development Improvements for
Monitoring and Evaluation System
DAVID NESBITT
' Mr. Nesbitt has 15 years experience managing real estate
development with emphasis on renewal of urban areas and imple-
mentation of community development strategies. His experience
may be characterized as results oriented supported by exposure
to both the public sector and the private marketplace. His
experience includes the following specific activities.
o Currently Mr. Nesbitt is engaged as Co -Director of a
HUD/MATCH Technical Assistance Project helping state
housing finance agencies develop bond finance techniques
for use by localities in rental housing rehabilitation.
This work is in support of the proposed Rental Rehabili-
tation Program legislation. Mr. Nesbitt is now working
with California and Connecticut, negotiating with local-
ities, lenders and state agencies.
o The Society of Industrial Realtors retained Mr. Nesbitt
for an EDA contract involving analysis of infrastructure
costs, project scheduling, leasing and financing arrange-
ments, and design criteria for 19 industrial projects
proposed by community corporations.
o Mr. Nesbitt's free-lance consulting clients have includ-
ed: the Michigan State Housing Authority where• he assis-
ted in creating a neighborhood development corporation;
the Norfolk Community Development Corporation for whom
he piovided residential and commerical marketing studies;
the Cities of Atlanta and Fort Wayne where he negotiated
rehabilitation loan agreements with local lenders; and
the Opa-Locka Community Development Corporation where he
prepared market analyses, preliminary project pro forma,
project selection criteria and provided technical assis-
tance for redevelopment of a 294 acre industrial park.
o As a managing partner in Nesbitt/Oatsha, general contrac-
tors and developers, he arranged financing and supervised
construction for over $1 million in custom homes in
i Howard County, Maryland and packaged a 150 unit con-
dominium project.
o New Brunswick Tomorrow and the New Brunswick Development
j Corporation selected Mr. Nesbitt as their first CEO and
in this capacity he raised over $1 million in 3 months
from the general public. He coordinated research which
included economic modeling, market studies, design op-
tions and financial analyses. He prepared public, infor-
mation and board training materials. As CEO of the New
Brunswick Development Corporation he reported to the
Board Chairman of Johnson and Johnson. After completing
advanced studies and planning, Mr. Nesbitt directed pre-
paration of an economic model, construction documents
and joint venture agreements for the Development Corpora-
tion's major projects. He secured subdivision and zoning
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approvals, permanent and construction financing for a
hotel; new office structure and residential rehab and
new construction totalling $22 million in value. This
project is now 40 percent complete.
:o Mr. Nesbitt served as Director of Community Services and
Facilities for the Rouse Company in its development of
Columbia, Maryland and provided consultant services to
localities through the American City Corporation. Projects
included market analyses and development cost -estimates for
mixed use, redevelopment in downtown Austin, Texas which in-
cluded the Hyatt Hotel and Convention Center, now completed,
and four sites in the New York metropolitan area. These
New York projects currently under construction, included one
site with 2000 dwelling units, another with a 300 unit hotel
and 2 others yielding 50,000 square feet of neighborhood re-
tail space.
tion, a non-profit, he prepared a neighborhood development
o As Vice President of the East Baltimore Community Corpora -
strategy and then managed its implementation, supervising
the appraisal, acquisition and disposition of property, ne- j
gotiating leases, estimating construction costs and schedul-
ing construction activities: During this time Mr. Nesbitt
obtained financing commitments from local lenders for pro-
perty rehabilitation and secured a major EDA grant for re-
habilitation of 500,000 square feet of commercial/industrial
space. In addition, he prepared a successful UDAG applica-
tion which included housing rehab and new construction in
East Baltimore. That project is currently under construc-
tion.
o Continuing prior Model City interests he served The MATCH
Institution as Project Manager of the Community Planning
and Evaluation Institute where he supervised delivery of
training and technical assistance to localities on _plan-
ning, management and evaluation techniques.
o As Director of Model Cities for Springfield, Massachusetts
he developed and administered that City's initial and second
year submissions garnering a $2.1 million grant targeted on
a population of 22,000 persons. The first year effort gen-
erated a total budget of $8 million administered by 24' staff
persons.
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University of Pennsylvania, a B.A. from Morgan State and served
as a Peace Corp volunteer in Venezuela from 1965 to 1967.
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INDUSTRIAL
OEVEIOPMENT RIOWA
EVENUEBOND ISSUES AS
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COMERCIAL ISSUES -ISSUED
AMOUNT
PURPOSE
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1981 Stephens
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100,000
Remfacility
Retail
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1981 { C11ek
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Clothing Facility
Retail Hardware Facility
low State Bank { Trutt, I.C.
1981 RotJe
ROSIA
1981 Cards et Cetra
70,000
100,000
Retell Shoes Facility
Retail
low State Bank { Trust, I.C.
tow Sete Bank { Trust, I.C.
1981 Michael 3's
150,000
Card A Gift Facility
Retail Clothing Facility
low State Bank { Trutt. I.C.
lot State
1981 Mark Henri
1982 Henri Louis, Inc.
70,000
Retail Expansion Facility
Bank, I.C.
lot National Bank, I.L.
I9B! lercla Kay Bottle
95,000
165.ODO
Old Capitol Retail Store
Real Estate Off./Mental Units
tow Stab Ont, I.C.
19:2 I.C. o own Bottle
1982
460.000
Retell Restaurant Facility
lit Batte nk.Y a Trual. I.C.
low State BanY { Trust, J.C.
1982 the
Rolston Apps.
100,00
2,OOD,ODO
Retail Restaurant Facility
Rental Complex Facility
low State Bank A bust, I.L.
TrustClinto.
Wil iamek
1983 The Williams Company
500,ODO
Relali/Office Facility
to National Bank of law
1983 Iowa Stain rtnY { Trust
1983 PlDeyard Partners
2,500,000
550,000
BanYing Fac111ty
Pen
lot National Bank, I.C.
Merchants National Bank, Cedar Rapids
1983 Gene Krueger
225,000
G1 Comptes
Commercial Facility
1st mat, Bank, I.C.
198) Dutlot 25
650,000
21 Unit Rental Complex
tow State Bank { Trust, I.C.
tionAddiAssoc.ionAssoc.
1983 Limn Addition Ass
1983 Vida
Hotel
850,000
28 Unit Rental Complex
1st National Bank, I.C.
I,t National Bank of Clinton, low
1983 MidInv-City iabl
500,00D
B,IOS,OOo
Bldg. Purchase A Renovation (Off.
Hotel Construction
Spc.) Int National bank of I.C.
Gilbert
1984 Jackson Towere
850,00D
Rental Complex
1st Trust Co. of St. Paul, Minnesota
1984 Jackson Square
900,000
Rental Complex
Hills Bank A Trust, Hill,
1985 Elks Bui
Elk's
1 001
127;3P600;if60
1st National Bank { Trutt, I.C.
Suktolsl Commercial Issued
'{u
COMMERCIAL - MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
SIGNED
cT"Tonomy ver s nq
LONMEPLIAL
3,5956000
Retail Facility
Hills Bank A Trust Co., Hills
HEALTH CARE FACILITY ISSUES - ISSUED
19
rcy sp a
1983 Mercy funding Bonds
1983
119.975,000
21,2)5,000
Medical Facility
Medical Facility Refunding
Davenport Bank t Trust
Systems Unlinked
s Unlinked
1983 Wallace, Rosenberger, lackbarth
375,000
Handicap lousing Facilities
Davenport Bank A Trust
Ion Siete Bank { Trust, I.C.
TOTAL HEALTH CARE fAHackba
,
MedBul Ofllct BuildiCILITYng
Lit National bank A Trust. I.C.
INDUSTRIAL ISSUES -ISSUED
fl-ps
1980 E.B. { A.L.Wh ltlnp
S 1,375,000
1,500,000
Kanu lecturing Plant
Yarehouse facility
Third National Bank, Nashvllle, Tennessee
1982 Thomas t Betts
1982 Doe Beverage
5,400,OOD
Electronic Parts Facility
Morgan Guarantee {Trust, New Toro
WaChOria Bank { Trust CO.. North
1983 Blooming Prairie Warehouse
434,000
363,OOD
Warehouse Fac pity
Warehouse Facility
Carol Its
IoW Stale Bank { Trust, I.C.
1983 N111ard Warehouse (Series A
(Series
1,100,000
Warehouse Fax 111 ty
IOWA State Bank A Trust, I.C.
1983 Millard Warehouse B
1983 Millard Warehouse (Series
7OO.ODO
0
Warehouse FacilityMgat.
Norwest Capital A Trust, babreNa
Norwest Capital Not. { Trust, NabrANd
TOTAL INDUSTRIAL
AL
'
Warehouse facility
korwest Capital Ngmt. { Trust, Nebraska
III
CITY- OF IOWA CITY
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT 220 S. GILBERT IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
(319) 356-5110
September 23, 1985 S r�
To: Parks and Recreation Commission S
Due to the new 4% State sales tax on swimming pool admissions,
the Recreation Division has had the turnstile coin receptor
at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center's pool
changed. It will now accept 75� or three quarters, rather
than 504. After cost analyzing the feasibility of hiring a
cashier, it is more economical to have the turnstile coin
receptor changed at the present lime. I ve notified my
staff that the change over from toaill go into
effect on October 11. The gener public will be given a
two -wee a atice of this change.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please let
me know before Monday, September 30. Thank you for your
support and involvement.
Sincerely,
T. Allen Cassady
Acting Director,
Parks and Recrea io
TAC/dh
cc: Rick Ertz, Acting Aquatics Supervisor
Iowa Power issues
ultimatum on sales
tax, franchise fee
By JANE NORMAN Y
an anrr sons .
Tee controversy over a proposed t -
cent local sales tax for Polk County io-
tanniped Thursday as officials of Iowa
Power and Ught Co. and Iowa Gas Co.
vowed to work to defeat the tax — un -
last Des Mdon OffMdal, give up their
attempts U collect $3 dilWon Ana L
ly in franchise or user fen from the
"U the council will Igive up' IU at.
tempt], we at Iowa Resources will
work actively with our personal
efforts and resources for pump of
the local option lar messu e," Nark
Putney, president of Iowa Resources
Joe., the parent eompaay of the two
ntNtles,vast inaletter a d11ansday
to Des Moines City Comers members.
"on the other band, u the council
to double up on the utility lues, we
will work jut as hard (a defeat of the
meaaore," a wrote.
Responded Counoflwomao-Maine
SaymonfaL 01 don't know wky oro
many groups want to hold as bostage
for their own soda.... I think what we
need U say Is we believe there should
be a franchise fee and at this point we
don't thine the local option to should
be a trade for tat"
Said Camttlmaa John Dorrfu,
"ILeyw offering a tradeoff between
the frsnchiw or the local option tax,
and rm not sure tars their pretoga-
live to negotiate with us that way."
Heated Opposition
Oppositiao to the sales tax already
has surfaced, as wen as pressures ser
the couscia to change to way It would
be used. But this is the Ilrat time the
tax has been United with tke utiUtle'
expired fraocbtx agreement and the
new war fee, a matter of debate
betwaeu city leaders and utility law.
yen for months.
In a significant political move, the
Greater Des Moines Chamber of Com-
merce Federation on Monday refused
to support rise focal sales Ux anlear
the qty Cotmcil agreed te nae ate d it
U cut property tax bU4'1Le allot U
the Nov: h electiaa ulna for d lessi 50
Percent to be used for that purpM
Aad on Wednesday. lows Com -
mem CommWlan officials scolded
the Sutitis for,ahaady ekerglag the
user fee on Des Moines customers'
September utility bull. The commit-
byytthe City Council ��
'will have to be considered to formal
bearings before it can be collected.
The Militia- new fee was adopted
by .the coaocH after negdtauoss
between the city and the wous over
a ftanehW ap'eema t stab � old
&nd
cent tax on
and a 2 pec
new mer
In exchange for perminlm to was city
streets and rights of way. It don not
specify that the fee be collected from
utility cntomem The utilities are
contesting that new user fee in court
Putney said In his letter that if the
user fee is combined with the local
sales tax, Des Moines electric and gar
customers will pay tun of 6 percent
and 7 percent on their bills, "by far the
highest in the stats." That's computed
by adding to 6 percent state sales tax
with the 1 percent local tax and to 1
percent electricity tax or I percent
gas tax.
Indeed, Uses on electricity would
be 60 percent higher and taxes on nat.
ural gat would be 75 percent higher
than to virtually all the rest of Iowa,"
Putney wrote. "Penalties of this mag.
Winds along with high property Uses
would not only Impose an unnecessary
burden on residential customers, they
would also place the city of Iles
Moines at an extreme disadvantage U
attracting new business and Industry."
Asked to Rescind '
He asked the council to rescind the
new user fee and end Its effort& to
wort out a new franchise Weeement.
thereby forfeiting the h million the
utilities now charge customers and
forward to the city. _
Jerry Patsies, manager of govern-
meet
affairsCor the two utilities, said
be don not know whether the Utilities
would turn U UU-Ioeil option tax Ad-
verusing if the council refuse to go
along with the request. He said that at
the least, the Uuuun' t,s0o current
and retired employes probably would
be asked U oppose the to at the polls.
ej,mea RM
C410terOPINIOR
A GANNB7T N&SPAkllt-'•
Rk*u4w.Ga6eKPmidn1
dadnCZ*WV&Je,Ptdlfeher -i..'• •-..r-�.
Lan P.Gaaaea, Editor
ArwWCatvea,UomVt Edaar Jamist YrawFFLBarofthef-cidP
DavHwltke,DeputyE4VW - Gea Ovetkelser, Deputy Pditorotf=P,=;.Paaty
THE REGISTER'S EDITORIAIS
Energy -tax ,stalemate
Since around the turn of the
and Iowa Gas officials warned
century, the City of Des Moines
that unless the City Council prom -
has charged Iowa Power and
Lses to drop the gas and electric
Light Co. for the right to occupy
user fee should the sales tax be
city rights of way with poles,
approved, they will fight passage
lines and gas mains. Since 1960,
of the sales tax.
the charge has been a 1 -percent
It seems the city and the utili..
franchise tax on electricity and a
ties have played themselves into
2 -percent tax on natural gas.
a stalemate: The city, which can
But the city now stands to lose
hardly afford to lose the revenue,
that revenue — about $3million a
has no intention of dropping the
year — and Iowa Power could
user fee or the franchise tax,
find itself with substantially re-
since the chances of voters ap-
duced profits and operating with-
proving the sales tax look dim.
out a franchise in the largest pop-
The utilities, on the other band
ulation center of its service area,
are unlikely o stand for a $3 mi.'which
covers roughly the south-
Bon cut In shareholder profits.
West quarter of Iowa.
As bleak as things appear, both
Relations between the city and
sides have an interest in a resolu-
the utility — it has split itself into
tion. It is not unreasonable to ex.
Iowa Power and Light Co. to sell .
Peet the utilities to pay for the
electricity and Iowa Gas Co. to
right to occupy city streets and
sell gas — hit a new low this sum-
rights of way — so long as Des
mer when negotiations broke
Moines residents recognize it a
down over a new agreement to re-
form of taxation to support essen-
place the franchise which expired
tial city services.
in September.
The utilities can't go forever
Seeing no end to the impasse,
without a franchise. Although its
the City Council Imposed a "user
a long shot, the city has the power
fee" that just happens to equal $3
to condemn Iowa Power and lowa .
million a year.
Gas facilities and go into the utID-
It may have backfired: The
ty business itself. -
power companies have chat-
At the very leasi,lheabsence of
lenged the legality of the user fee
a franchise could spell trouble for
In court, and now the Iowa Com-
the companies when they go Into
merce Commission has ordered
the financialmarkets'seeking
the companies to stop collecting
capital at some future date.
the fee from Des Moines custom-
The best solution would be for
ers, saying it amounts to an unau-
the city and the power companies
thorized rate increase. -
to begin fresh negotiations on a
The utilities am in a Jim: Even
new franchise agreement that
if the District Court declares the
calls for a 1 -percent tax on elec-
user fee legal, it's concelvable the
tric revenues and a 2 -percent tax
Commerce Cominissios will not
on gas revenues that would drop
the companies It
to I peri -
over a ade
toDes Moines crmit
omers, leaving
to ustomers,
od, gie ving g th city a decrcent
to
the company no alternative but to
sorb the loss.
take the fee from stockholders'
Should the sales tax should
earnings.
pass, the franchise agreement
That prospect causes Investor-
could provide for elimination of
owned -utility executives to recoil
the franchise tax.
in horror. So the next step will al-
That's significant because with
most surely seetheutility Incourt
the franchise tax and the sales
seeking an IaJailctlou'agaost the'
tax, am -Moines' -energy, taxes`
commission's order.
would be the states highest — as"
Forther,compllcatina matters
is the praped of a iceot.eity-
much as 75 -percent blgher'thin • '
any other, city. ,That ,would •pbf I
sales.tax in metropolitan, Des
Des Wines at competitivl;dlr"
Moines, which will be put 16 vd-
an in November. 1` •
advanta%ge,•., .;_t . ,.:,..:: -; •.,,;
Theme Is oo reason this staa&-i
'Among other things, the'sales
off can't be resolved. The city and
tax would apply to ps and elec-
the utilities must realize that they
tric rates. Last week, Iowa Power
Dp
need each other. �0 /�