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Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 10/8/85,
7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor
McDonald presiding. Councilmembers
present: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl,
McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent:
Ambrisco.
Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 1985
as National Issues Forum Month; October
6-12, 1985, as Minority Enterprise
Development Week; October 15, 1985, as
White Cane Safety Day, Mr. Jim Wayland
accepting the proclamation; October 20-26,
1985, as Lupus Awareness Week.
The Mayor noted the addition of a
Liquor License transfer to the Consent
Calendar. Moved by Strait, seconded by
Dickson, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be
received or approved and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Official Actions of
the reg. mtg. of 9/24/85, as pub-
lished, subject to correction, as
recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions:
Riverfront Conn. - 9/4/85; Resources
Conservation Comm. - 9/9/85; Human
Rights Comm. - 8/26/85; P&R Comm.
-9/12/85; Historic Preservation Comm.
-9/12/85; Bd. of Library Trustees
-9/26/85; Civil Service Comm.
-9/24/85; P&Z Conn. -9/19/85.
Permit Motions and Resolutions:
Approving Special Class C Beer -Wine
License and Sunday Sales for Super
Spud Food Shoppe, Old Capitol Center.
Approving Class B Beer Permit and
Sunday Sales for Godfather's Pizza,
5321 Highway 1 West. Approving Class
C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for
Hilltop Lounge, 1100 North Dodge
Street. Refunding portion of Class C
Beer and Sunday Sales for Ye Olde Kea
Shoppe. RES. 85-292, Bk. 87, p. 791,
REFUND CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving
transfer of Liquor License to Kitty
Hawk, 1012 Gilbert Ct.
Setting public hearings: To set a
public hearing on 10/22/85, on an
amendment to the river regulations in
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the Municipal Code regarding towing,
special events permitting and vessel
operation.
Resolutions: RES. 85-293, Bk. 87,
p. 792, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
KIRKWOOD CIRCLE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Correspondence: Charles A. Barker,
representing Mr. and Mrs. Nick Peet,
requesting that the alley adjacent to
1225 East Davenport be vacated by the
City, referred to PPD for reply. Jim
Surratt suggesting methods for
increasing revenue in the Transit
Department. Agnes Kuhn expressing
appreciation for the Council's support
of the Nuclear Free Ordinance. Janet
Hoffey expressing appreciation for the
improvements to the Melrose Court
street and sidewalks.
Applications for Use of Streets
and Public Grounds: Homecoming
Council for a Spirit March and Pep
Rally on 10/3/85, approved for shorter
march route. Barbara Ruth for use of
Blackhawk Minipark on 9/27-9/28/85, to
sell Community Theater tickets for a
benefit performance, approved. Linnea
Caldeen for the use of Blackhawk
Minipark on 9/28/85, for a used book
sale to benefit the Science Fiction
League of Iowa Students, approved. Tim
Button for a Johnson County Freeze
Campaign Walk-a-Thon on 10/12/85,
approved.
Application for Use of City Plaza:
Vernon Piel for permission to make a
film in the fountain area on 9/28/85,
approved.
Affirmative roll call unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
motion carried and repeated the public
hearing as set.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to
set a public hearing for 10/22/85 on an
ordinance enabling local review of
nominations of local properties to the
National Register of Historic Places. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unani-
mously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to
set a public hearing for 10/22/85 on an
ordinance enabling the Building Official
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to issue a temporary certificate of
occupancy. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
A public hearing was held on an
ordinance to establish a Planned Develop-
ment Housing Overlay Zone (ODPH-8) on 7.44
acres for Melrose Lake Apartments located
on Woodside Drive extended. Moved by
Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to accept and
place on file correspondence from Betty
Thomas and Jeffrey Knox. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Ambrisco absent. The following
people appeared: Lance Salisberry, 507 N.
Linn, representing his parents who reside
on oakcrest; Al Thomas, 1005 Tower Ct.;
Jeff Smith, 625 Brookland Pk. Dr.; Craig
Alexander, 871 Woodside Dr.; Larry
Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Jeannie
Williams, 910 oakcrest; and staffinembers
Karin Franklin and Marianne Milkman.
A public hearing was held on an
ordinance to vacate and a resolution to
dispose of a portion of Peterson Street
right-of-way south of its extension into
the proposed Vista Park Village subdivi-
sion. Loren Hershberger, developer of
Vista Park Village, and staffinember Karin
Franklin appeared. The City Attorney
raised concerns re the land disposal
process. Staff will meet with Mr.
Hershberger to set a price on the property
and place the appropriate item(s) on the
agenda for the special Council meeting on
10/16.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to
defer the ordinance vacating a portion of
Peterson Street right-of-way until October
22. After discussion the motion was
withdrawn. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by
Baker, that the ordinance to vacate a
portion of Peterson Street right-of-way,
be given first vote for passage. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
The recommendation of the Planning and
Zoning Commission requesting the FY87-91
Capital Improvements Program include the
completion of Scott Blvd. Phase III and IV
to Rochester Avenue in FY87-88 and that
paving of Taft Speedway be moved to FY90,
noted.
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A public hearing was held on an
ordinance establishing research -service
facilities, warehouses and distribution
centers as eligible for partial exemption
from property taxes. Staffinember Patt
Cain appeared to answer questions.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Baker,
to appoint William O'Brien, i Pendale
Terrace, to the Riverfront Commission for
a three-year term ending 12/1/88 and
readvertise the vacancy for an unexpired
term ending on the Resources Conservation
Comm. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
Councilmember Baker reported on an
afternoon meeting of the Environmental Ad
Hoc Committee and requested that Council
consider an amendment to the Committee's
by-laws to add one voting member from the
Parks and Recreation Commission and to
make the Chamber of Commerce representa-
tive a voting member. Council concurred
and staff will prepare the amendment.
Baker also corrected a misquote that
appeared in the 10/8 Daily Iowan.
Recommendation of the Parks and
Recreation Commission that the Commission
be involved in the selection of the joint
use facility committee, and that they be
involved in the planning process as well.
Recommendation of the Riverfront
Commission that the City Ordinance be
amended to incorporate the Iowa Conserva-
tion Commission's adopted rule: No person
shall operate any vessel towing persons on
water skis, surfboards or similar devices
on the Iowa River in the area bounded by
the Coralville Mill Dam and the Burlington
Street Dam, except during regattas, races,
marine parades, tournaments or exhibitions
authorized by the State Conservation
Commission to be held in such area. A
public hearing on this proposed amendment
is being set for 10/22/85.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Erdahl,
to adopt RES. 85-294, Bk. 87, pp. 793-798,
AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF CHANGES TO THE
POLICIES GOVERNING PARTICIPATION IN
HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED
BY THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
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Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to
adopt RES. 85-295, Bk. 87, pp. 799-820,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONSOLI-
DATED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT
-KC-9166 AND DEPOSITORY AGREEMENT.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to
adopt RES. 85-296, Bk. 87, pp. 821-829,
REVISING THE FY1986 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR
PUBLIC HOUSING. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/O, Ambrisco absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to
adopt RES. 85-297, Bk. 87, pp. 830-834,
ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR NAMING NEW
STREETS. Strait noted the policy was not
mandatory. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to
adopt RES. 85-298, Bk. 87, p. 835,
AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF INITIATION OF
CONSTRUCTION ON URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL
65-2b. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to
adopt RES. 85-299, Bk. 87, pp. 836-841,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH
HANDICARE, INC. FOR THE USE OF 1985
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
FOR THE PURCHASE OF A PASSENGER VAN, the
amount of the agreement is $13,350. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted,
5/0, with the following division of roll
call vote: Ayes: Baker, Dickson,
McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: None.
Abstaining: Erdahl. Absent: Ambrisco.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to
adopt RES. 85-300, Bk. 87, pp. 842-844,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND
THE IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
REGARDING A PROPOSED JOINT SWIMMING
POOL/RECREATION FACILITY PROJECT. (Erdahl
left room.) Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl and Ambrisco
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted,
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Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to
adopt RES. 85-301, Bk. 87, pp. 845-854,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH
SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN
SERVICES FOR THE SANITARY LANDFILL
LEACHATE LIFT STATION (THE NOT TO EXCEED
FEE IS $13,200). (Erdahl returned.)
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 85-302, Bk. 87, pp. 855-856,
ACCEPTING AND APPROVING WITHDRAWAL OF THE
BID BY JOE JONES CONSTRUCTION, LTD. FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SPRUCE STREET
DRAINAGE PROJECT PROJECT AND APPROVING THE
RELEASE OF THE CONTRACTOR'S BID BOND
SUBMITTED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 85-303, Bk. 87, pp. 857-858,
APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZ-
ING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT WITH MURRAY
EXCAVATING AND GRADING FOR THE SPRUCE
STREET DRAINAGE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$44,306.00. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson,
that the ordinance amending Section 25-2
of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City
authorizing the Director of Parks and
Recreation to establish traffic and
parking regulations in City Parks, be
given first vote for passage. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco
absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson,
to adjourn 9:20 P.M. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent.
A more complete description of Council
activities is on file in/thy office
City Clerk. / 10
s/JOHN DONALD, OR
s/M� A ARq, CLERK
Submitted for publication 10/17/85
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
October 8, 1985
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aCouncil,
uigmtC7:30 P.M. theic
Mayor McDonld presiding. ounciilmembers present:
Baker, Dickson,
Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber, Absent: Ambrisco. Staffinembers
present: Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Franklin, Fosse, Seydel, Cain,
Milkman, Moen. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 85-C71, Side 1,
192 -End and Side 2, 1 -End; 85-C75, Side 1, 1-338.
Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 1985 as National Issues Forum Month;
October 6-12, 1985, as Minority Enterprise Development Week; October 15,
1985, as White Cane Safety Day, Mr. Jim Wayland accepting the proclama-
tion; October 20-26, 1985, as Lupus Awareness Week.
The Mayor noted the addition of a Liquor License transfer to the
Consent Calendar. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the follow-
ing items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or
approved and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Actions of the reg. mtg. of 9/24/85, as
published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Riverfront Comm. - 9/4/85;
Resources P&R Comm. - 9/12/85; Historic Preservation Comm.
Rights Comm./55;8/ tl. of
Library Trustees - 9/26/85; Civil Service Comm. - 9/24/85; P&Z Comm. -
9/19/85.
Beer- Permit Motions
WineLicenseand oResolutions:nd
Sunday Salesfor Schlo-n ls
BarInc. dba Super spud
Food Shoppe, Old Capitol Center. Approving Class B Beer Permit and
Sunday Sales for T.I. Investments, Inc. dba Godfather's Pizza, 5321
Highway 1 West. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for
Hilltop Taverns, LTO. dba Hilltop Lounge, 1100 North Dodge Street.
Refunding portion of Class C Beer and Sunday Sales for Gilbert Street
CorREFUND CIon dba IGARETTEYe Olde PERMIT. Keg pproving te. ransfer-of2,Liquor8 License 9to
Pamela A. Hanes dba Kitty Hawk, 1012 Gilbert Ct.
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earins: To set
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an amendmentptolthahrivergregulationsain utheblicMuniciphearinaloCode/regarding
towing, special events permitting and vessel operation.
Resolutions: Res. 85-293, Bk. 87, p. 792, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
THE KIRKWOOD CIRCLE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Correspondence: Charles A. Barker, representing Mr, and Mrs. Nick
Peet, requesting that the alley adjacent to 1225 East Davenport be
vacated by the City, referred to PPD for reply. Jim Surratt suggest-
ing methods for increasing revenue in the Transit Department. Agnes
Free OrdaNuclearppreciation
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Janet expressing appreciate Council's ion rf
nforthe eimprove-
ments to the Melrose Court street and sidewalks.
Council Activities
October 8, 1985
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Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Homecoming
Council for a Spirit March and Pep Rally on 10/3/85, approved for
shorter march route. Barbara Ruth for use of Blackhawk Minipark on
9/27-9/28/85, to sell Community Theater tickets for a benefit perform-
ance, approved. Linnea Caldeen for the use of Blackhawk Minipark on
9/28/85, for a used book sale to benefit the Science Fiction League of
Iowa Students, approved. Tim Button for a Johnson County Freeze
Campaign Walk-a-Thon on 10/12/85, approved.
Application for Use of City Plaza: Vernon Piet for permission to
make a film in the fountain area on 9/28/85, approved.
Affirmative roll call unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared
the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to set a public hearing for
10/22/85 on an ordinance enabling local review of nominations of local
properties to the National Register of Historic Places. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing for
10/22/85 on an ordinance enabling the Building Official to issue a
temporary certificate of occupancy. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to establish a Planned
Development Housing Overlay Zone (ODPH-8) on 7.44 acres for Melrose Lake
Apartments located on Woodside Drive extended. Moved by Dickson, seconded
by Erdahl, to accept and place on file correspondence from Betty Thomas
and Jeffrey Knox. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The following people appeared: Lance Salisberry, 507 N.
Linn, representing his parents who reside on Oakcrest; Al Thomas, 1005
Tower Ct.; Jeff Smith, 625 Brookland Pk. Dr.; Craig Alexander, 871
Woodside Dr.; Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Jeannie Williams, 910
Oakcrest; and staffinembers Karin Franklin and Marianne Milkman.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to vacate and a resolution
to dispose of a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way south of its
extension into the proposed Vista Park Village subdivision. Loren
Hershberger, developer of Vista Park Village, and staffinember Karin
Franklin appeared. The City Attorney raised concerns re the land disposal
process. Staff will meet with Mr. Hershberger to set a price on the
property and place the appropriate item(s) on the agenda for the special
Council meeting on 10/16.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to defer the ordinance vacating a
portion of Peterson Street right-of-way until October 22. After discus-
sion the motion was withdrawn. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, that
the ordinance to vacate a portion of Peterson Street right-of-way, be
given first vote for passage; Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission requesting
the FY87-91 Capital Improvements Program include the completion of Scott
Blvd. Phase III and IV to Rochester Avenue in FY87-88 and that paving of
Taft Speedway be moved to FY90, noted.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance establishing
research -service facilities, warehouses and distribution centers as
eligible for partial exemption from property taxes. Staffinember Patt Cain
appeared to answer questions.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Baker, to appoint William O'Brien, 1
Pendale Terrace, to the Riverfront Commission for a three-year term ending
12/1/88 and readvertise the vacancy for an unexpired term ending on the
Resources Conservation Conn. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
Councilmember Baker reported on an afternoon meeting of the Environ-
mental Ad Hoc Committee and requested that Council consider an amendment
to the Committee's by-laws to add one voting member from the Parks and
Recreation Commission and to make the Chamber of Commerce representative a
voting member. Council concurred and staff will prepare the amendment.
Baker also corrected a misquote that appeared in the 10/8 Daily Iowan.
Recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission that the
Commission be involved in the selection of the joint use facility commit-
tee, and that they be involved in.the planning process as well.
Recommendation of the Riverfront Commission that the City Ordinance6e
amended to incorporate the Iowa Conservation Commission's adopted ruled_ No
person shall operate any vessel towing persons on water skis, surfboards
or similar devices on the Iowa River in the area bounded by the Coralville
Mill Dam and the Burlington Street Dam, except during regattas, races,
marine —parades, tournaments or exhibitions authorized by the State
Conservation Commission to be held in such area. A public hearing on this
proposed amendment is being set for 10/22/85.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 85-294, Bk. 87, pp.
793-798, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF CHANGES TO THE POLICIES GOVERNING
PARTICIPATION IN HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY THE IOWA CITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 85-295, Bk. 87, pp.
799-820, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
CONTRACT - KC -9166 AND DEPOSITORY AGREEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-296, Bk. 87, pp.
821-829, REVISING THE FY1986 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR PUBLIC HOUSING. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-297, Bk. 87, pp.
830-834, ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR NAMING NEW STREETS. Strait noted the
policy was not mandatory. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 85-298, Bk. 87, p.
835, AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF INITIATION OF CONSTRUCTION ON URBAN RENEWAL
PARCEL 65-2b. The Mayor stated the parcel was the back corner of
Blackhawk Minipark recently sold to the new owners of the Paul -Helen
Building. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/O, Ambrisco absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 85-299, Bk. 87, pp.
836-841, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH HANDICARE, INC. FOR THE USE OF 1985 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A PASSENGER VAN, the amount of the
agreement is $13,350. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/0,
with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Dickson,
McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: None. Abstaining: Erdahl. Absent:
Ambrisco.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-300, Bk. 87, pp.
842-844, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE IOWA
CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT REGARDING A PROPOSED JOINT SWIMMING
POOL/RECREATION FACILITY PROJECT. (Erdahl left room.) The City Manager
stated the City funding would come from the Parks and Recreation Commis-
sion reserve, from the hotel/motel tax, and some cost sharing would be
incurred by the School District. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Erdahl and Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 85-301, Bk. 87, pp.
845-854, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE
SANITARY LANDFILL LEACHATE LIFT STATION (THE NOT TO EXCEED FEE IS
$13,200). (Erdahl returned.) The City Manager stated the project would
be funded from the enterprise fund for the landfill. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-302, Bk. 87,
pp. 855-856, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING WITHDRAWAL OF THE BID BY JOE JONES
CONSTRUCTION, LTD. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SPRUCE STREET DRAINAGE
PROJECT PROJECT AND APPROVING THE RELEASE OF THE CONTRACTOR'S BID BOND
SUBMITTED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The City Attorney explained the
contract had not been executed to Joe Jones at the time they requested
withdrawal. Therefore, the City could proceed to the next low bidder,
Murray Excavating. Also Murray agreed to do the project for the same
price as Joe Jones, no additional cost would be incurred by the City, and
that Joe Jones bid bond would also be returned. Civil Engr. Fosse stated
work would begin by the end of the week. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/O, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
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Moved by pp. 857-858, APPROVINGSAWARD eOFbCONTRACT Dickson,
ND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOto adot RES. R TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT WITH MURRAY EXCAVATING AND GRADING
FOR THE SPRUCE STREET DRAINAGE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $44,306.00.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance amending
Section 25-2 of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City authorizing the
Director of Parks and Recreation to establish traffic and parking regula-
tions in City Parks, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ambrisco absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn 9:20 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ambrisco absent.
MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 10/16/85
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Iowa City Councl� spec. mtg.,
10/16/85, 4:45 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers
present: Ambrisco, Dickson, McDonald,
Zuber. Councilmembers absent: Baker,
Erdahl, Strait.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber,
to adopt RES. 85-304, Bk. 88, p. 659,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH HANSEN
LIND MEYER, P.C., FOR
ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR A
NEW ADDITION TO AND ALTERATION OF THE IOWA
CITY CIVIC CENTER. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 4/0, Baker, Erdahl, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 85-305, Bk. 88, pp. 660-666,
APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE FINANCE
DIRECTOR IN THE SALE OF $4,700,000 GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, to First National Bank
of Chicago & Associates. Finance Director
Vitosh and Financial Advisor Wayne
Burggraaff reviewed the bids received.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0,
Erdahl, Strait, Baker absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber,
to adopt RES. 85-306, Bk. 88, pp. 667-674,
APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE FINANCE
DIRECTOR IN THE SALE OF $4,055,000 PARKING
SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS, to John Nuveen & Co.
Incorporated & Associates. Finance
Director Vitosh and Financial Advisor
Wayne Burggraaff reviewed the bids
received. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 4/0, Strait, Baker, Erdahl
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber,
to adopt RES. 85-307, Bk. 88, pp. 675-676,
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF A PORTION OF PETERSON
STREET LYING SOUTH OF ITS INTERSECTION
WITH ARBOR DRIVE IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, and
setting public hearing for 10/22. Loren
Hershberger, developer of Vista Park
Village appeared. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 4/0, Baker, Erdahl, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
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Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by
Dickson, that an ordinance to vacate a
portion of Peterson Street right-of-way,
be given second vote for passage. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 4/0,
Erdahl, Strait, Baker absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco,
to adjourn, 5:07PDi.The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 4/0, Erdahl,
Strait, Baker absent.
For a more detailed & complete
description of Council Activities &
Disbursements, see Offi o City erk
and Finance Department.
s/JOHN COONALD, MAYOR
s/MARI%AN7�K. KARR, 41 CLERK J
Submittett fro p blication on 10/17/85 j
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
October 16, 1985
Iowa City Council, spec. mtg., 10/16/85, 4:45 P.M. at the Civic
Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco,
Dickson, McDonald, Zuber. Councilmembers absent: Baker, Erdahl, Strait.
Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Boyle, Karr, Vitosh, O'Malley,
Kimble, Franklin, Beagle. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 85-C75,
Side 1, 338 -End.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-304, Bk. 88, p.
659, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH HANSEN LIND MEYER, P.C., FOR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR A NEW ADDITION TO AND ALTERATION OF THE IOWA CITY CIVIC
CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Baker, Erdahl, Strait
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-305, Bk. 88, pp.
660-666, APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE FINANCE DIRECTOR IN THE SALE OF
$4,700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, to First National Bank of Chicago b.
Associates. Finance Director Vitosh and Financial Advisor Wayne
Burggraaff reviewed the bids received. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 4/0, Erdahl, Strait, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-306, Bk. 88,
pp. 667-674, APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE FINANCE DIRECTOR IN THE SALE OF
$4,055,000 PARKING SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS, to John Nuveen b Co. Incorporated
8 Associates. Finance Director Vitosh and Financial Advisor Wayne
Burggraaff reviewed the bids received. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 4/0, Strait, Baker, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-307, Bk. 88,
OF ITS INTERSECTION TINTENT ORSECT ONWITHPARBOR DRIVEOSE OF A INIOWAECITY,i LYING
IOWA, andsetting
public hearing for 10/22. Loren Hershberger, developer of Vista Park
Village appeared. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Baker,
Erdahl, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, that an ordinance to vacate a
portion of Peterson Street right-of-way, be given second vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Erdahl, Strait, Baker absent.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to adjourn, 5:07. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 4/0, Erdahl, Strait, Baker
absent.
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
October 22, 1985
Iowa City Council, reg, mtg., 10/22/85, at 7:30 P.M. in the City
Council Chambers of the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Council -
members present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait,
Zuber. Absent: None. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Melling, Timmins,
Karr, Franklin, Beagle, Rockwell, Farmer. Tape recorded on Tape 85-C75,
Side 2, 1 -End; and 85-C78, Side 1, 1-288.
The Mayor noted the addition of a resolution issuing a cigarette
permit to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson,
that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar.be
received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Actions of the reg. mtg. of 10/22/85, as
published subject to correction as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Mayor's Youth Employment Bd. -
9/25/85; Airport Comm. - 9/12/85; P&R Comm. - 10/9/85; P&R Comm. and
P&Z Coin. Joint Mtg. - 8/1/85; P&Z Comm. - 10/3/85; Housing Comm.
-10/8/85; Urban Environment Ad Hoc Comm. - 10/8/85; CCN - 9/17/85,
10/1/85.
Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class B Beer Permit and
Sunday Sales for Pizza Hut of America, Inc. dba Pizza Hut #402005,
1921 Keokuk. Approving partial refund of Class C Beer Permit and
Sunday Sales for Morgan Dean Jones dba Michael's Cheese & Gourmet,
Ltd., Old Capitol Center. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday
Sales for Inland Transport Co. dba Kirkwood 76, 300 Kirkwood Ave.
Approving Class E Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for QuikTrip Corpora-
tion dba QuikTrip #548, 955 Mormon Trek. RES. 85-308, Bk. 88, p. 677,
ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMITS. Approving Class C Liquor License for La
Casa Ltd. dba La Casa, 1200 S. Gilbert Court.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,559,126.72
for the period of 9/1 thru 9/30/85, as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit. Approving taxicab stand for Old Capitol
Cab Co.
Resolutions: RES. 85-309, Bk. 88, pp. 678-679, AFFIRMING AN
EMPLOYEE SUSPENSION. RES. 85-310, Bk. 88, p. 680, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE CAMP CARDINAL ROAD BRIDGE RELOCATION PROJECT.
Setting public hearings: To set a public hearing on 11/12/85, to
hear comments from the public regarding the recommendations by the
Committee on Community Needs (CCN) on the use of 1986 Community
Development Block Grant funds.
Correspondence: Rita Mosquita requesting that a street light be
installed on H Street north of 6th Street, referred to the Traffic
Engr. Palle and Soon Jorgensen re a hedge on their property at 708
West Park Road with memo from City Forester attached, City Mgr. will
reply. Jane Downer re traffic problems on Park Road and at the
intersection of Park Road and Riverside Drive, referred to the Traffic
Engr. Geri Hall re the disbanding of. the Alzheimer's and Bereavement
Support Groups, and requesting Council's consideration of the addition
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of a volunteer specialist to the City staff. Memo from the Civil
Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the
following positions: Housing Inspector/Housing & Inspection Services;
Maintenance Worker I/Refuse; Maintenance Worker I/Transit; Senior
Clerk Typist/Pollution Control.
Applications for the. Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Regina
High School for the use of streets for the Homecoming Parade, ap-
proved.
Application for the Use of City Plaza: Michael Finn for permis-
sion to film on the City Plaza as part of a class project on 10/17/85,
approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as
set.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing on
11/12/85, on an ordinance to rezone 3.74 acres from I-1 to CC -2 by Owens
Brush, Inc. for property located northwest of Mall Drive adjacent to the
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. The Mayor declared the motion
carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. '
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to set a public hearing on t
11/12/85, on an ordinance to create a Research Development Park (RDP)
Zone. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to set a public hearing on
11/19/85, on a resolution approving the 1985 Neighborhood Open Space Plan
Addendum to the 1983 Comprehensive Plan Update and on an ordinance
approving the Open Space Dedication Ordinance for developing zones, an
amendment to Chapter 32 of the Subdivision Regulations. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance enabling local review of
nominations of local properties to the National Register of Historic
Places. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance enabling the, Building
Official to issue a temporary Certificate of Occupancy. No one appeared.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, that ORD. 85-3258, Bk. 26, pp.
364-366, TO VACATE A PORTION OF PETERSON STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY, be voted
upon for final passage at this time. The City Attorney reported that the
resolution would reflect discussions with the developer stating in
consideration for the conveyance of the vacated street right-of-way and
$100, there will be a Hallmark Homes agreement and covenant to pave half
of Peterson Street abutting Shamrock Place. He noted that the sub -
divider's agreement would include a provision that Hallmark Homes will
pave Peterson Street abutting Shamrock Drive and the City will pave half
of Peterson Street in an amount not to exceed $3000. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/O, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the ordinance adopted.
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A public hearing was held on
conveyance of excess City property,
Street right-of-way lying south of
Iowa City. No one appeared.
a resolution authorizing sale and
to -wit, a portion of vacated Peterson
its intersection with Arbor Drive in
The City Attorney requested that the resolution authorizing sale and
conveyance of excess City property, a portion of vacated Peterson Street,
be amended with language stating "in consideration of the sum of $100, and
Hallmark Homes, Inc. agreement and covenant to pave half of Peterson
Street abutting Shamrock Place." Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco,
to amend the resolution as stated by the City Attorney. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by
Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 85-311, Bk. 88, pp. 681-684,
AUTHORIZING SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF EXCESS CITY PROPERTY, TO -WIT, A PORTION
OF VACATED PETERSON STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LYING SOUTH OF ITS INTERSECTION
WITH ARBOR DRIVE IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, as amended. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-312, Bk. 88,
pp. 685-687, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS OF VISTA PARK
VILLAGE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, that the ordinance for Planned
Development Housing (PDH -8) on 7.44 acres for Melrose Lake Apartments
located on Woodside Drive extended, be given first vote for passage. The
City Attorney reviewed LSRD and PDH provisions relative to changes after
Council approval and informed Council if they wished to restrict future
changes it would require setting a public hearing again and starting over
with a new ordinance and separate zoning agreement. Baker suggested
Council enter into an agreement to address the number of bedrooms and any
decrease in the amount of parking required. The majority of Council
agreed to proceea as presented. Staffinember Franklin present for discus-
sion. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/3, with the following
division of roll call votes: Ayes: Strait, Ambrisco, McDonald, Zuber.
Nays: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 85-313, Bk. 88,
p. 688, AMENDING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on an amendment to the River Regulations in
the Municipal Code. No one appeared.
Reginald Williams, member of the Committee on Community needs, read a
statement encouraging consideration of funding for the Economic Develop-
ment Revolving Loan Fund. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to accept
the statement as presented. The Mayor, declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Sandra Boutelle,
3126 E. Court Street, and reappoint Don Crum, 512 Manor Drive, to the
Senior Center Comm, for three-year terms ending 12/31/88. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor noted the appointment to fill an unexpired term ending
1/1/88 on the Resources Conservation Comm. will be readvertised, and the
appointment of a journeyman plumber and a representative of the public to
the Bd. of Examiners of Plumbers are deferred until 11/19/85.
Councilmember Zuber noted that Council would be discussing the CCN
recommendations on 10/29 and requested Council clarify monies previously
allocated to Congregate Housing and reallocated by CCN in their latest
recommendations. Council will discuss the matter on the 29th. Baker
reminded everyone to participate in the Halloween Parade next Wednesday
evening. Baker requested Council consider half -a -percent franchise fee
earmarked for human service funding. Councilmember Ambrisco thanked Sr.
Venarda and the Mercy staff for the professional care received during his
ten day stay. Dickson commended the people who participated in the Hospice
Striders event on 10/13.
Recommendation of the Committee on Community Needs noted as follows:
The CCN reaffirms its recommendation sent to the City Council on May 29,
1985, that the Resources Conservation Commission's recommendation, dated
March 18, 1985, regarding the 1% franchise fee for the Iowa -Illinois Gas &
Electric Company be approved.
Recommendations of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee noted as
follows: (1) That the City Council appoint a member of the Parks and
Recreation Commission to serve on the UEAHC, and that the membership
status of the Chamber of Commerce Environmental Concerns Committee
representative be changed from non-voting to voting. This recommendation
was discussed at the Council meeting on October 8, 1985. A Resolution
amending the membership of the UEAHC is on the agenda; (2) That as the
Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council considers the Neigh-
borhood Open Space Plan and Ordinance, priority be given to the -preserva-
tion of natural features and environmentally sensitive areas. This
recommendation may be considered when the Council reviews the Neighborhood
Open Space Plan and Ordinance in November.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 85-314, Bk. 88, pp.
689-693, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR A FEDERAL -AID URBAN SYSTEMS PROJECT FOR THE REPAVING OF
DUBUQUE STREET FROM IOWA AVENUE TO PARK ROAD. City Engr. Farmer noted
that until the location design report was approved negotiations of
right-of-way could not begin. He also stated that a minimum of nine trees
would be removed for the project. Council requested trees be replaced.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-315, Bk. 88,
pp. 694-697, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR HUD/SBA
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT. The City Manager
stated that Clear Creek would pay half of the total cost estimated at
$9000. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, that an ordinance establishing
research -service facilities, warehouses and distribution centers as
eligible for partial exemption from property taxes, be given first vote
for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the
following division of roll call votes: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald,
Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco. Nays: Baker.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring that
ordinances be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 85-3259, Bk. 26,
pp. 367-369, AMENDING SECTION 25-2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO ESTABLISH TRAFFIC AND
PARKING REGULATIONS IN CITY PARKS, be voted on for final passage at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl,
seconded by Strait, the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/O, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adjourn, 8:45 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7Y0, all Councilmembers present.
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Informal Council Discussion
October 15, 1985
Informal Council Discussion: October 15, 1985 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council
am ers at the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding.
Council Present: McDonald, Baker, Erdahl, Zuber, Dickson. Absent: Strait,
r sco.
Staff Present: Berlin, Melling, Karr, Boyle, Carroll, O'Malley.
Tape Recorded: Reel 85-C73, Side 1, 279 -End, Side 2, All; Reel 85-C76, Side
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Civil Defense Reel 85-C73, Side 1
Johnson County Civil Defense Director Pat McCarney explained that Johnson
County is a host county shelter because Johnson County is part of a host risk
area as it relates to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's certification of
the Duane Arnold plant. There are seven surrounding counties that are
classified as host areas. McCarney noted that the Duane Arnold facility has
hired a consultant to write guidelines. McCarney stated an in service
training will be held for Johnson County on October 24 and he will meet with
federal inspectors October 28. Representatives from the Iowa City Fire
Department, Police Department, Red Cross, Johnson County Sheriff's Office,
social welfare departments and amateur radio organizations plan to attend the
in service training. McCarney explained that if the Duane Arnold plant has a
disaster, Duane Arnold would first notify the State Disaster Service, the
State Disaster Service would then notify the Civil Defense Coordinator and
the Governor would declare an emergency to enable the National Guard's
participation. Iowa City's City Manager, Assistant City Manager and Legal
Department would be involved with the Civil Defense Board in making disaster
f decisions.
McCarney reviewed civil defense operations in Johnson County. He stated that
Johnson County does not have the storages of resources and the federal
government will not offer assistance until all resources within Johnson
County are depleted. Iowa City does have a package disaster hospital
including medical equipment and 250 folding cots in storage at the Johnson
County secondary roads facility.
McCarney stated that there are problems with obtaining enough toilet facili-
ties during a major disaster. McCarney stated a report is being prepared
about local building locations and toilet facilities within Johnson County.
McCarney stated that utility companies are responsible and insured for costs
associated from disasters created by the utility company but a method for
payment of bills still needs to be worked out. McCarney said that there no
longer is a contingency fund to help with disaster bill payments. In
response to McDonald, McCarney stated that the County has not passed an
ordinance requiring reimbursement for disaster expenses.
McCarney reported that the civil defense depends upon volunteer and profes-
sional help within the community including local fire department, police
department, sheriff's department, university, university helicopter, Johnson
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County ambulance, amateur radio group, Salvation Army, Red Cross and area
volunteer firemen. A major concern is that the county provides somebody to
protect areas that would need to be evacuated and provide transportation to
hospitals.
Mc Carney explained that food preparation during a disaster would be done by
the school system.
McCarney said the Johnson County Civil Defense obtained funds to purchase a
rescue van and that there exist seven rescue boats in Johnson County.
Personnel Study Reel 85-C73, Side 2
Berlin stated the personnel study compared the City administrative and
confidential employee fringe benefits and salaries with other Iowa cities,
the University of Iowa and private businesses. Results of the study deter-
mined Iowa City was, overall, consistent with the comparisons. Berlin noted
that some comparisons were difficult to make because some of the other city
department functions were not similar to Iowa City's and information was only
used in areas where there could be meaningful comparisons.
In response to Zuber, Carroll stated that the number of police officers per
capita statistics did not include the University of Iowa security. Berlin
explained that the University of Iowa security was not included because the
number of residents in Iowa City only includes those students that legally
reside in Iowa City. Zuber raised concerns about the accuracy of the
population figure. Berlin stated that there are always statistical problems
in these types of studies.
Berlin stated that Iowa City does compete with other cities in the mid -west
when the City employs people.
Zuber inquired about the confidential and administrative City employee
comparisons with the University. Berlin said the survey on fringe benefits
for administrative employees was used because there are only seven confiden-
tial employees and 70 administrative employees employed by Iowa City. Berlin
noted that Iowa City has a policy to bring confidential and clerical employee
salaries up to fair pay for work the people are doing.
Zuber said that life insurance comparisons, disability health and employee
assistance information should be checked for accuracy. Berlin stated that
staff will review that specific information.
Baker stated that the personnel study should include actual figures, i.e. the
number of employees, salary range, etc., not just percentages. In response
to Baker, Berlin stated the City em loys 440 people. Baker asked about
salary disadvantages. Berlin stated that the Parks and Recreation Department
and Fire Chief are examples of problems with competing as it relates to
salaries. Carroll said there is a problem with hiring administrative
employees at the mid -point range because the new employees are hired at
higher salaries than other current employees.
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Boyle stated the Legal Department is redrafting the nuisance provision and is
putting in abatement procedures.
Council Time/Agenda Reel 85-C76, Side 1
1. Berlin stated that Moody's downgraded the parking revenue refunding
ratings because the City is decreasing coverage and the City did not
meet certain required coverages as provided in the existing covenant.
Berlin stated he will contact Wayne Burggraaff.
2. Berlin reminded Council that four members are needed for the 4:45
special meeting on 10/16.
3. Berlin noted that Council received a memo regarding problems on the
Summit Street bridge and requested authorization to proceed with
necessary repairs as part of the FY86 Asphalt Overlay Project and stated
staff recommended that a load limit be placed on the Summit Street
bridge to prevent further damage by buses and trucks.
4. In response to Baker, Berlin stated a resolution to increase voting
membership of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee, to include a
member of the Parks & Recreation Commission and the Chamber of Commerce
Environmental Concerns Committee, should be on next week's agenda.
5. Baker inquired about the 8% remodeling and 6.25% new construction rates
included in the Hansen Lind Meyer agreement re remodeling and expansion
of the Civic Center. Berlin stated that remodeling interest rates are
higher due to the problems and complications that arise during remodel-
ing.
6. Baker asked what the City is doing at Ronalds and Dodge Streets. Berlin
stated that sewer project work is being done.
7. In response to Dickson, Berlin stated an update on the airport project
will be scheduled for Council discussion. In response to McDonald,
Boyle stated that the legal department has not been notified of any
appeal on the airport lawsuit.
8. McDonald inquired about the City's share of cost to pave Peterson
Street. Berlin said information will be provided to the Council and he
and staff have been in contact with Mr. Hershberger.
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Boyle stated the Legal Department is redrafting the nuisance provision and is
putting in abatement procedures.
Council Time/Agenda Reel 85-C76, Side 1
1. Berlin stated that Moody's downgraded the parking revenue refunding
ratings because the City is decreasing coverage and the City did not
meet certain required coverages as provided in the existing covenant.
Berlin stated he will contact Wayne Burggraaff.
2. Berlin reminded Council that four members are needed for the 4:45
special meeting on 10/16.
3. Berlin noted that Council received a memo regarding problems on the
Summit Street bridge and requested authorization to proceed with
necessary repairs as part of the FY86 Asphalt Overlay Project and stated
staff recommended that a load limit be placed on the Summit Street
bridge to prevent further damage by buses and trucks.
4. In response to Baker, Berlin stated a resolution to increase voting
membership of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee, to include a
member of the Parks & Recreation Commission and the Chamber of Commerce
Environmental Concerns Committee, should be on next week's agenda.
5. Baker inquired about the 8% remodeling and 6.25% new construction rates
included in the Hansen Lind Meyer agreement re remodeling and expansion
of the Civic Center. Berlin stated that remodeling interest rates are
higher due to the problems and complications that arise during remodel-
ing.
6. Baker asked what the City is doing at Ronalds and Dodge Streets. Berlin
stated that sewer project work is being done.
7. In response to Dickson, Berlin stated an update on the airport project
will be scheduled for Council discussion. In response to McDonald,
Boyle stated that the legal department has not been notified of any
appeal on the airport lawsuit.
8. McDonald inquired about the City's share of cost to pave Peterson
Street. Berlin said information will be provided to the Council and he
and staff have been in contact with Mr. Hershberger.
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