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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-11-04 Council minutesCOMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES November 4, 1985 Iowa City Council, special mtg., 11/4/85, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson (6:35), McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: Erdahl. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Fosse, O'Malley. Tape recorded on Tape 85-C78, Side 1, 288-377. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, to approved Abstract of Election for the October 15, 1985, Primary Election, as Certified by the Johnson County Auditor. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Dickson, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 85-316, Bk. 88,pp. 698-727, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF THE PROVISIONS OFRTHE GCITY TCODE EM EOF REVENUE AND PROVIDING TFOR A METHOD Y OF IOWA CITY, PAYMENTNOFUNDERSAID BONDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Dickson, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 85-317, Bk. 88, pp. 728-742, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $4,700,000 OBLIGATION BONDS AND LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, ' Dickson, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-318, Bk. 88, pp. 743-778, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA ENERGY POLICY COUNCIL FOR AN ENERGY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM MATCHING GRANT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Dickson, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 85-319, Bk. 88, p. 779, AMENDING THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED POSITIONS IN THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES, increasing the half-time Energy Coordinator to three-quarter time for the remain- der of FY86. Dickson arrived at 6:35. Council commended staff on the grant. The City Manager explained money for the one-quarter salary would be funded by landfill and the Iowa -Illinois rebate. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-320, Bk. 88, pp. 780-781, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT PROJECT - FY86. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 85-321, Bk. 88, p. 782, ORDERING PREPARATION OF FINAL PLAT AND SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT PROJECT - FY86. Affirmative roil call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. 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Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson (7:45 p.m.), Strait 7:55 p.m. sent: Erdahl, Baker. Staff Present: Helling, Timmins, Karr, Smith, Hencin, Cain, Moen, Nugent. Tape-recorded: Reel 85-C77, Side 2, 1 -End; Reel 85-C79, Side 1, All, Side 2, 1-51. CCN -CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION REGARDING 1986 CDBG FUNDING: McDonald stated that the purpose of the meeting was to allow for an informal discussion between CCN and the City Council. McDonald inquired about CCN's reallocation of $390,000 that had been previously earmarked for congregate housing. Lauria explained that the $390,000 was added to the 1986 CDBG fund and the total amount $1,048,800 was allocated using a ranking priority system. McDonald stated the $390,000 was not released by Council for reallocation. Zuber stated that CCN's point system to prioritize projects seemed inconsistent. Lauria explained that although CCN uses a point system to rank projects, top projects don't always mean full funding is given. McDonald asked why funds were allocated for the Ralston Creek Open Space Project when College Hill Park is in the same area. CCN member R, Becker said the project is needed because the City's Recreation Center and park areas are over -used due to the nearby high density residential develop- ment. Lauria stated that a majority of the CCN members recognized the need for a park in the area. Becker said the $80,000 allocation could be used to obtain an auction to purchase land. i Lauria raised concerns that he did not receive Schmeiser's October 25, 1985, memo regarding recommendations for 1986 CDBG funding prior to this evening's meeting. Strait inquired about CCN's decision to not recommend funding for the Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund and referred CCN members and Councilmembers to PPD Director Schmeiser's October 25, 1985, memo regard- ing recommendations for 1986 CDBG funding, page five. Lauria stated that CCN did not recommend funding the project because of the lack of specifi- cations in the project proposal. CCN member R. Patrick said the project proposal was presented, but no additional information was distributed to CCN members for review. Lauria stated that CCN officially made a request for more information. Staff member Patt Cain stated no such request was made. CCN member R. Williams stated that he favored the project upon further research and noted that R. Munston was willing to work with CCN to set up guidelines. Council reviewed the projects recommended for 1986 CDBG funding. Z- 131? -- "r- 2 1. EMERGENCY HOUSING PROJECT REPAIRS Dickson asked why CCN allocated ;2,741 more than what was requested. Lauria explained that CCN felt the project was extremely worthwhile but that cost overruns were expected. McDonald stated that the project had been previously funded by CCN and was now supposed to be self-supporting. Lauria stated that the energy housing project is able to maintain their operating budget, but the repairs were unex- pected. 2. HOUSING MODIFICATIONS FOR LOW/MODERATE-INCOME FRAIL ELDERLY No discussion. 3. COMPREHENSIVE HOUSING REHABILITATION AND WEATHERIZATION PROGRAM No discussion. 4. IOWA YOUTH CORPS - NAPOLEAN PARK PROJECT Zuber noted the project is contingent upon receiving a $25,000 local match grant from the State. 5. SHARED HOUSING PROGRAM CONTINUATION No discussion. 6. COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES AND DAY TREATMENT SERVICES Strait requested information regarding the number of persons treated by Mid -Eastern Iowa Community Mental Health Center. Zuber stated he will get clarification at the public hearing. 7. SYNTHESIS STUDIO IMPROVEMENT - UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH Zuber asked if the project meets eligibility guidelines. CCN member K. Kubby stated that Jim Swaim, Director of UAY, has formulated a questionnaire to be distributed to participants to assess if the project meets the eligibility guidelines. CCN member R. Williams said the project may be eligible under HUD's guidelines regarding benefits to the cities. Hencin stated staff will prepare further information for Council. 8. ELDERLY HOME SERVICES COORDINATOR/CASE MANAGER In response to McDonald, CCN member Williams stated it is Iowa City's policy to not use CDBG monies to fund personnel, but HUD guidelines do not make such restrictions. Laurie said allocations for personnel have been made in the past. Dickson said the Elderly Home Services Coordinator was recommended by the Congregate Housing Study Committee because the Coordinator will be able to assist elderly in staying in their homes. Lauria said the Coordinator will probably be housed in an existing agency. Dickson stated that the Congregate Housing Study _r-3? 3 Committee has not made a final decision as to where the Coordinator will be housed. CCN member Williams asked Councilmembers if the Coordinator could be handled in-house through the City. 9. MARK TWAIN SCHOOL PLAYGROUND REVITALIZATION Lauria reported that a large number of low-income students are bussed into the school and information from the free school lunch program was used to determine the percentage of people the program benefits. Strait inquired about the City's liability regarding injury from using playground equipment funded by the City. Staff member Moen stated that there will be a letter of agreement with the School District stating the School District's responsibility for the playground equipment. 10. CRISIS CENTER - FOOD BANK FACILITY No discussion. 11. RESIDENTIAL ELDERLY/HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBILITY PROJECT No discussion. (Lauria noted that without the use of $390,000 previously earmarked for Congregate Housing, it is estimated that funding only exists for the above projects.) 12. HANDICARE, INCORPORATED EXPANSION Lauria noted that Handicare's incorporated lease with St. Patrick's Church decreases CCN's concerns about their lease problems. 13. CURB RAMP INSTALLATION No discussion. 14. ACQUISITION OF RALSTON CREEK OPEN SPACE No discussion. 15. GOODWILL INDUSTRIES RENOVATION Ambrisco inquired about the parking lot paving. Tom Zenge, Goodwill rep., stated the north end of parking was extended and widened into a rectangle, regraded for drainage and prepared for paving. 16. SYSTEMS UNLIMITED Ambrisco asked if approval for HUD's $633,700 grant is contingent on System Limited Inc, receiving the $70,000 CDBG request. Benny Leonard, Director of Systems Unlimited, said Systems is relying heavily on the $70,000 CDBG fund in order to receive HUD's grant. Lauria said CCN was not aware of System's reliance on the allocation to receive the other HUD grant; CCN had concerns about the amount of _ -38 .I __- -- _._ _ ___ _... IIr _. a money that had been previously allocated to Systems; and CCN allocated $6,000 less than what was requested in anticipation of an overall 15 percent cut in CDBG monies. 17. TERRILL MILL PARK IMPROVEMENTS No discussion. 18. NORTH MARKET SOUARE HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY PLAY AREA No discussion. 19. GENERAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION In response to McDonald, Hencin stated the general program administra- tion costs cannot exceed 20% of the total grant and current costs utilize 16% of the total CDBG grant. 20. CONTINGENCY No discussion. Strait asked CCN members to read Schmeiser's Dctober 25, 1985, memo regarding recommendations for 1986 CDBG funding, page five, Economic Development. McDonald asked Dickson about Congregate Housing Study Committee's recommendations and raised concerns about the $390,000 CDBG allocation earmarked for congregate housing. Hencin noted that a public hearing will be held November 12th regarding CDBG allocations, the City Council will need to make final decisions on November 19th, and Iowa City is required to submit a CDBG program statement by December 1st. Hencin stated that Iowa City is receiving pressure from HUD to reallocate $390,000. Zuber asked if the City can retain part of the $390,000 for future use to insure the success of the Elderly Home Services Coordinator. Hencin stated it was not possible. In response to McDonald, Dickson said the Congregate Housing Study Committee is only recommending the Elderly Home Services Coordinator. Hencin said the Committee will not make other recommendations. Zuber raised concerns about the level of salary for the Elderly Home Services Coordinator. Helling stated the Congregate Housing Study Committee would make a formal recommendation to Council re the $390,000. McDonald thanked CCN members for their work on the CDBG grant alloca- tions. COUNCIL TIME 1. Helling noted a special formal Council meeting has been scheduled November 4th. S 3P 5 EXECUTIVE SESSION Moved by Ambrisco, seconded to Dickson, to adjourn to executive session under Section 21.5C litigation to discuss strategy with Council in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is eminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Baker and Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Council adjourned to executive session at 8:35 p.m. 2'- 38 I ' ' I i i I + i r i I I I I 1 11 1 2'- 38 Informal Council Discussion October 21, 1985 Informal Council Discussion: October 21, 1985 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the ivmc en er. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Council Present: McDonald, Baker, Ambrisco, Erdahl, Zuber, Dickson. Absent: rPf-- Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Vitosh, Kimble, Moen, O'Malley, Franklin, Beagle. Ta eRecorded: Reel 85-C76, Side 1, 244 -End, Side 2, All; Reel 85-C77, Side - n Planning & Zoning Matters a. Setting Dublic hearina for NavLmhpr 19- 10AF nn an nrdi -- ------ b. c. d Beagle stated that this is to permit the establishment of a six lot commercial subdivision. In response to Ambrisco, Beagle stated that the applicant is interested in selling the lots individually and that the six lots will share three common access easements. Setting a public hearing for November 12, 1985 on an ordinance to creatp Franklin said Council will receive detailed information prior to the public hearing. In response to Dickson, Franklin said no sites have been specified for the RDP zone. Beagle stated the Planning and Zoning Commission will take final action on November 7, 1985. Public hearing on an ordinance enabling local review of nominations of Franklin stated the ordinance would amend Chapter 27 of the Municipal Code enabling the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission to review nominations of local properties to the National Register of Historic Places. McDonald inquired about the current procedure. Franklin stated the nominations made to the National Register are reviewed at the state and federal level, not locally. Moen stated that the proposed ordinance allows a local body to make formal recommendations to the state. In 2 -37 1 rq response to Baker, Moen stated that the Historic Preservation Commission can initiate designations of areas to the National Register of Historic Places. e. Public hearing on an ordinance enabling the building official to issue a temporary Certif tate o Occupancy. Franklin explained that the Housing & Inspection Services Department requested the ordinance be prepared to allow a building official to issue a temporary Certificate of Occupancy when a parking area cannot be paved due to a settling of land or adverse weather conditions. f/g/h. Consider an ordinance to on a resolution r.W.m4r1sjsr1. W Beagle explained that the applicant, Hallmark Homes Inc., has requested the City to vacate the eastern half of Peterson Street right-of-way. Franklin explained pavement extends to Shamrock Drive and Peterson Street and is not paved from Shamrock Drive/Peterson Street intersection south to the south property line of Shamrock Place and north property line of Vista Park. Franklin stated that Loren Hershberger has indicated a willingness to pave Peterson Street to the north property line of Vista Park Village and south property of Shamrock Place and Hershberger feels that Peterson Street, from the south property line of Shamrock Place to the intersection of Shamrock Drive should be paved by Iowa City or by an assessment - project. McDonald noted that Councilmembers are not interested in an assessment project. Councilmembers discussed the City's responsibil- ity to pay for the paving project as it relates to whether the City was required to extend Peterson Street to the southern boundaries of Shamrock Place. Hershberger noted that he holds a firm bid of $4600 for the pavement project. Council agreed to Erdahl's suggestion to accept $100 for the vacation of aportion of Peterson Street right-of-way and split the cost with the developer for the paving project. Hershberger agreed to the Council's decision but stated the City should have been required to extend the pavement. i. Consider a resolution to approve the preliminary and final plats of Vista Park Village. In response to Baker, Beagle said the 25 foot pavement matches other streets in the area. I-.37 j. Consider an ordinance for planned development housing (POH-8) on 7 Franklin stated that approval is needed from the department of IDWAWM before Council gives final consideration. Baker asked what modifications could be made by the developer once the plans are approved in a PDN zone. Franklin said internal modifications can be made as long as the square footage of the units does not change sufficiently to change the parking requirement, changes in the external elevations are approved as part of the planned development, and the number of units and parking configurati- on and character of the development would need to be presented to Planning and Zoning and the Council for approval. Baker stated that parking and number of bedrooms are issues of concern for this develot- ment. Franklin said that parking cannot be varied in OPDH. Baker stated that there should be an assurance that if there are changes in the parking and number of bedrooms, that the ordinance would be returned to Council for review. Timmins stated that he would provide Council with additional information regarding changes being presented to Council for approval before Tuesday's formal meeting. Erdahl raised concerns about including lake area when calculating density requirements. In response to Erdahl, Franklin said densities have always been calculated based on the entire area of the tract since Iowa City has had a zoning ordinance. Franklin said there are communities that have deleted ravines and water areas from the tract area when calculating density. Erdahl said the Council should consider changing the zoning ordinance to delete certain size water and ravines from density calcula- tions. Baker said the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee should consider it also. Timmins stated the developer is entitled to the density as calculated under the current zoning ordinance. k. Consider a resolution amending the membership of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee. Franklin stated the resolution would expand membership to include a member of the Parks and Rec Commission, make the Chamber of Commerce Environmental Concerns Committee a voting member and officially make a University of Iowa representative a member. Fee Study Reel 85-C76, Side 2 Councilmembers reviewed the Fee Study report as prepared by the Finance Department. Berlin explained that the City intends to establish all fees and charges by resolution and that it is important for the Council to act on the fee recommendations in a timely manner. McDonald inquired about the charge for opening vehicles. Vitosh said the Police Department currently does not charge for opening vehicles. Berlin stated police would give City envelopes for citizens to mail in the fee when vehicles are opened. McDonald stated his opposition to increasing parking ticket fines to E3. Baker stated the City should be encouraging people to utilizing parking ramps. In response to Zuber, Vitosh said cars are put on a tow list when $15 worth of tickets are received and there are an estimated =-37 4 1,000 cars on the tow list currently. Vitosh stated that Iowa City is currently fine tionswhenwcars inare registeredcinncou tiescothergthannJohnsonnCounty collec- Ambrisco said the current $300 mobile vendor fee is small compared to the costs associated with retailers in a permanent downtown location and that the mobile vending fee should be increased. Zuber suggested the vendor license be bid out with a stipulation that the bid cannot be less than $400. Min cDonald st of thelarge housing. zoning and fees ma the zoning and subdivision fees and charges by comparable communities. Baker raised concerns about the Board of Adjustment's variance fee increases to $250 and the effect on small property owners. Baker asked when the Council would receive information from the transit facility, library, airport and about the sewer financing. Berlin stated the transit study is scheduled for discussion on November 12; the airport expansion project report should be ready in two weeks, and a sewer financing meeting will be scheduled upon completion of phase 4 report draft. Baker requested Zehr get information about how other airports generate revenue. Council requested a meeting be scheduled with the library staff to discuss generating revenues. Riley Grimes, Library Bd. president, stated the library is currently discussing other means of generating revenue for the operating budget and should be able to report to Council by mid-December. Grimes said the library is reviewing their policy of maintaining a free public library. Zuber stated the City should contact area legislators regarding the state employee exemption from local option payroll tax. Baker inquired about the downtown district special assessment. Berlin said a state law allows for services within a certain district to be added to the property tax but it requires support from people who live within the dis- trict. Council directed staff to prepare the fee resolutions. Vitosh acknowledged that Sr. Accountant Terry Kimble had prepared the fee study report. i Appointments Reel 85-C77, Side 1 Senior Center: 1) Sandra Boutelle 2) Don Crum (reappointment) Meeting adjourned at 8:30. ■ Informal Council Discussion November 4, 1985 Informal Council Discussion: November 4, 1985 at 6:40 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Council Present: McDonald, Baker, Ambrisco, Zuber, Strait, Dickson. Absent: ErdaFr.- Staff Present; Berlin, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Fosse, O'Malley. Tape Recorded: Tape 85-C79, Side 2, 51 -End, 85-C80, Side 1, 1-185. McDonald noted that Council received the November 1, 1985 memo from Neal Berlin regarding ramp B addition. In response to Strait, Berlin stated that casting of the pre -cast units w111 be completed soon and only with the most optimistic schedule would construction be further along. Council agreed to the rescheduling of the project as stated in the memo. League of Iowa Municipalities Reel 85-C79, Side 2 Roger Nowadsky, League of Iowa Municipalities lawyer -lobbyist, stated the League has established an outreach program to get more League staff involve- ment by cities. Nowadsky stated that he would like to discuss the League's legislative proposals, offer the League's services, and receive input from the City Council. Nowadsky reviewed the League of Iowa Municipalities' legislative policy statement and resolutions as follows: Resolution /1 Regional Coordinating Council Boundaries. Nowadsky said presently the regional coordinating councils are set up along area college boundaries; the boundaries transcend jurisdictional lines and the League is asking for legislation to take place that would make the boundaries consistent with the Regional Planning Commission and Council of Governments. Berlin said the current boundaries do not adversely affect Iowa City but Iowa City would support the change. Resolution /2 Self -Insurance and Exposure to Liability. Nowadsky said the Iowa Municipality Attorneys Association developed this legislation. Nowadsky said the cost of tort liability insurance and taxes are not subject to the 8-10 tax levy; the League believes that tax dollars saved by cities adopting self-insurance programs should also not be subject to the tax levy; and the legislation also requires that there should be limits to government exposure to liability. Timmins noted that some cities have used tort levy monies for things other than premiums and judgments. Ambrisco inquired if the League of Iowa Municipalities has sought input from insurance people within the insurance industry. McDonald asked if the legislation has to be done on the national or state level. In response to McDonald, Nowadsky stated that legislation addresses provisions in the state code. In response to Strait, Nowadsky said resolutions will be given to legislators and bills will be drafted. r -3y Resolution !3 Public Employment Collective Bargaining. This is in response to efforts in the General Assembly to amend the scope of negotiations section of Chapter 20 of the Iowa Code. Resolution /4 Incremental Property Tax for Job Training. Nowadsky stated that this resolution concerns the use of tax increment financing by area schools to provide for program costs for job training for small businesses expanding industry, financing affects the future property tax base and subsequent government services, and calls for public input and notification before the tax increment financing can be used. Resolution /5 Heart and Lung Disease Presumption. Nowadsky said this resolution concerns the present presumption of Chapter 411 of the Iowa Code for active duty members of police and fire retirement systems and the resolutions calls for repeal of the presumption. Berlin stated the present legislation is extremely costly. Resolution I6 Majority Vote on GO Bonds. Nowadsky stated that presently a city needs 60% of the votes in an election to approve GO bonds and the resolution calls for a simple majority of those voting in an election to approve the bonds. Resolution 97 Mandatory Military Leave of Absence. Nowadsky said Iowa Code Section 29A.28 sets out a policy of mandatory military leave that authorizes a 30 -day annual leave without loss of pay for military service and the Iowa Attorney General has interpreted the 30 days to mean working days. Nowadsky stated the resolution reduces the military leave to ten days and clarifies "without loss of pay" provision. Resolution q8 Sales and Use Tax on City and County Recreation Activities. Nowadsky stated that Senate File 35, which was enacted into law, applies state sales and use tax to fees paid to cities for the privilege of partici- pating in any athletic sport and the resolution calls for elimination of the tax for reduction of the scope of the definition of sport. Resolution 99 Fair Labor Standards Act. Nowadsky said the resolution calls for the Iowa congressional delegation to take steps to amend the Fair Labor Standard Act or to make administrative changes. Berlin stated that labor and public interest groups have drafted compromised legislation; and problems still exist, including how payments are made to employees that are involved in training programs that extend beyond the normal work week and employees that volunteer in areas that relate to work they do for the City. Berlin said the problems relating to police and fire personnel overtime has been resolved. I-27 3 Resolution 110 Deductability of State and Local Taxes. Nowadsky stated that the resolution urges the Iowa congressional delegation to oppose any changes to the internal revenue code that would eliminate the deductability of state and local taxes for federal tax purposes. Resolution 111 Municipal Bonds. Nowadsky stated this resolution urges the Iowa congressional delegation to oppose any legislative changes in the present tax exempt status of municipal bonds. Berlin said the City should pursue this resolution because the City's sewage facility's municipal bonds could become taxable because of persons that use more than 1% of the sewage facility. Resolution 112 State Solid Waste Tax. Nowadsky said the resolution urges for repeal of a tonnage fee/tax or calls for the use of the tax money to clean up sanitary landfills. Resolution 113 Enterprise Zones. Nowadsky said that this resolution endorses the concept of enterprise zones. Nowadsky urged City officials to meet with area legislators regarding the resolutions and urged Council members to become members of the League's legislative support group. Nowadsky noted that the annual working session for the League's support group will be held December 13 in Des Moines. Policy Statement Nowasky explained that the policy statement is a directive to the government and General Assembly about the League's basic tenants as it relates to legislation that impacts on local governments. Nowadsky said the League urges the state to continue present revenues to cities. Nowasksy explained that the Governor recently supported the freezing of local spending and the limiting of sources of tax revenues to local government. McDonald noted that the Governor's position would seriously impact upon Iowa City. Berlin stated that it would create problems for the City's budgeting process. In response to Strait, Nowadsky said the League of Iowa Municipalities employs two lobbyists. Transit Study Reel 85-C79, Side 2 Berlin stated that the Council will receive the complete transit report and a memo outlining changes in the operating budget of the transit system for discussion on November 12. Council Time Reel 85-C80, Side 1 1. Strait noted that a Council meeting is scheduled with Board and Commis- sion representatives on Thursday, November 7, 1985. S 39 4 2. Erdahl noted the May 1985 Iowa Law Review dedication to George Strait. 3. Erdahl reviewed the First Avenue and Rochester traffic study and empha- sized the need for signalization at that intersection. Berlin stated that once the Council makes the decisions and set criteria or accepted standards, the decision becomes a political decision. Erdahl said he would be able to construct a model, based on projected population growth and the amount of increased vehicular traffic, to meet the warrant requirements. Berlin noted similarities between a light for the First and Rochester intersection and a light at the Court and First Avenue intersection. Council noted Court and First Avenue was a 4 way stop. Council agreed to install a signal at First and Rochester intersection. Berlin said the project will be incorporated into the CIP budget. 4. McDonald stated that a large utility installation impairs vision at the stop sign located at the Mormon Trek and Benton Street intersection. Berlin said the problem has been studied previously and information will be provided to Council. 5. Baker inquired about the removal of the three-way stop at Dodge and Kirkwood intersection. Helling said the three-way stop was temporarily installed during the Summit Street bridge repairs. 6. Dickson inquired about plans for the Seventh Avenue, Friendship and Wales Street intersection. Berlin stated that area residents are being notified, via a postcard survey, regarding possible resolutions for the iintersection. 7. Helling noted that Council received Farmer's October 31 memo regarding the Dubuque Street improvement project. Helling stated trees will be removed this fall. j 8. Karr asked Councilmembers to keep the City Manager or City Clerk's offices informed about their travel plans during November and December. Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. .=-39 11 ■