HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-01-03 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion Minutes
December 12, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: December 12, 1983, at 7:35 p.m. in the Council
Chambers at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, Dickson, Lynch, Perret, McDonald, Erdahl.
Absent: Balmer.
Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Hauer, Schmeiser, Hayek. .
Tape Recorded: Reel N83-42, Side 1 and Side 2, 1 -End; Reel #83-C43, Side' 1,
1-157.
Agenda
Neuhauser said that Shamrock/Arbor area storm drainage scheduled for 9:00
will be deferred until next Monday.
Hotel Agreement.
Dr. Harry Johnson, the hotel developer, showed the Council design changes and
modifications from last week's presentation, including 1) widening of the
pedestrian walkway to at least 27 feet, 2) heightening of the pedestrian
walkway to 17 feet, 3) recessing the entrances and provision of two pocket
doors, and 4) covering of the ten foot exterior walkway with glass.
These changes meet hha Hntel lZfaaring c mmi+too concerns The hotel
a Holiday Inn International because this name is limited to areas near major
international airports and are hotels with 400 rooms or more. Johnson stated
this hotel will surpass most Holiday Inns in quality. Holiday Inn was
selected because of its superior reservation referral system.
Johnson said that a person standing by the Governor Lucas fountain will be
I• able to look through the glass -enclosed lobby and see Burlington Street. In
answer to a question from the public, Neuhauser explained the hotel lot was
designed to allow separate development of the hotel and the proposed depart-
ment store.
Richard Hansen (Hansen Lind Meyer Architects) said the hotel will decrease
j the value of Plaza Centre One because of a loss of visual and functional
amenities. He estimated the loss at $2 million. Hansen complained the
process of approving the construction of the hotel has ignored many important
mints: blockage of Dubuque Street, lack of access to a major pedestrian
element to the downtown, shading of City Plaza, reduction of the value of the
property to the east of the hotel, and the undesirability of stucco for the
hotel. Joyce Summerwill said the public and the Council haven't had suffi-
cient information or time to approve this hotel design.
John Hayek said that because of pending idgisial iun, iRB furtdiny fur iii is
project will be difficult or impossible after December 31, 1983. The UDAG
grant to the City could also be threatened by undue delays. Hayek said the
entire financing of the project would change if there is a delay past the end
of December. Hayek said that the contract with UDAG requires construction of
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a specific number of hotel rooms, etc. Hansen said that he was told that
line items contained in the UDAG could not be changed. Hauer responded that
problems occur when line items are changed. She said line item changes are
not prohibited but could affect the grant amount. Additional costs would
have to be borne entirely by the developer.
Erdahl said the hotel is in a good location. The developer's architect noted
in Minneapolis and St. Paul that stucco exteriors stand up to the elements in
spite of the great variations in temperature. He said commercial uses of the
stucco did not have the settling problems associated with residential stucco
use. Stucco also allows for a lighterweight building exterior. The Hotel
Steering Committee felt that a change from brick used in many downtown
buildings was appropriate for a major addition to downtown. An access
easement east of the hotel parcel will be provided and will also be used by
the parcel adjacent to the hotel.
It will be the developer's responsibility to maintain the exterior walkway to
the west. The developer's architect reviewed the pedestrian exterior and
interior walkway design plans. Perret said he believes the hotel will be a
great success. Erdahl said while he is not satisfied with every detail of
the design, he will vote for the hotel as a whole. Lynch asked Hansen if a
substantial portion of his complaint about the hotel stemmed from the
limitations to access to parking. Hansen admitted that it is a big issue.
Lynch said in spite of long-term parking problems in Iowa City, a new hotel
will make a better downtown.
Council adjourned to formal session at 9:35 p.m.
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OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 12/20/83
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Iowa City Counc1 reg. mtg., 12/20/83,
at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center, Mayor
Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers
present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch,
McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent:
None. The Mayor presented the
Historic Preservation Awards to Rosalie &
James Seeks, Shimek Place - Residential;
Charles A. Skaugstad Family, Close Mansion
- Commercial; and the Iowa City Senior
Center, Public/Institutional. The Mayor
noted the awards were made possible by
Hills Bank & Trust.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret,
that the following items and recommenda-
tions in the Consent Calendar be received,
or approved, and/or adopted as amended.
Approval of Official Council
Actions, spec. mtg., 11/28/83 and
reg. mtg., 12/6/83, as published,
subject to correction, as recommended
by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commis-
sions: Committee on Community Needs -
11/15/83, 12/1/83; Planning & Zoning
Comm. -11/17/83; Senior Center Comm.
- 10/20/83; Civil Service Comm.
-11/21/83, 11/22/83, 11/26/83,
11/29/83; Resources Conservation
Comm, -11/7/83; Housing Appeals Bd.
-11/8/83.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as
recommended by the City Clerk:
Approving Class C Beer Permit and
Sunday Sales for 7 -Eleven, 820 First
Avenue. RES. 83-395, Bk. 80, p.
1223, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT. RES.
83-396, Bk. 80, p. 1224, REFUNDING A
PORTION OF A CIGARETTE PERMIT.
MOTIONS: Approving disbursements
in the amount of $2,047,831.65 for
the period of 11/1/83 thru 11/30/83,
as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit. Authoriz-
ing the City Engineer to sign an
application to perform work within
state highway right-of-way with Dwain
& Kay Rosenberger on the west side of
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Highway kl, north, just north of
Bristol Drive. Affirming the dis-
charge of Michael Bognanno, Finance
Department/Parking Systems Division.
Refer to the Rules Committee the
proposed amended bylaws of the
Resources Conservation Commission.
Resolutions: RES. 83-397, Bk.
80, p. 1225, ACCEPTING THE 'WORK FOR
THE C.B.D. ALLEY PAVING - PHASE III,
BLOCKS 65 & 81 O.T. IN IOWA CITY,
IOWA. RES. 83-398, Bk. 80, p. 1226,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE PAVING AND
THE STORM SEWER FOR ASPEN LAKE
SUBDIVISION, PART 2, IN IOWA CITY,
IOWA. RES. 83-399, Bk. 80, p. 1227,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER IMPROVEMENTS FOR MACBRIDE
ADDITION, PART FOUR IN IOWA CITY,
IOWA. RES. 83-400, Bk. 80, p. 1228,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE PAVING FOR
MACBRIDE ADDITION, PART FOUR TO IOWA
CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-401, Bk. 80, p.
1229, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
NORTH BRANCH DETENTION STRUCTURE
(PHASE I), RALSTON CREEK STORMWATER
MANAGEMENT PROJECT. RES. 83-402, Bk.
80, p. 1230, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
THE PAVING IMPROVEMENTS FOR BOYRUM
SUBDIVISION, PART 2, IN IOWA CITY,
_. TOWA PFC R3 -Ani n4, 8O, p. 1231
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE NEIGHBOR-
HOOD STRATEGY AREA CURB RAMP AND
SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM (NORTH SIDE).
Correspondence: Letters concerning
the proposed new zoning ordinance
from: Bruce Glasgow; William L.
Meardon representing Southgate
Development, Mr. & Mrs. Hsu, and Home
Town Dairies; Medical Associates.
John Lind and Richard Hansen regard-
ing the hotel project. Petition from
John Gross of Technigraphics, Inc.,
regarding the hotel. Charles A.
Barker representinq West Side Co.
requesting the initiation of easement
vacation proceedings, referred to the
Legal Dept. Chamber of Commerce
regarding the Tree Regulations
section of the Zoning Ordinance. This
has been reviewed by the Chamber's
Environmental Concerns Committee. The
recommendations of the Committee will
be referred to the Planning & Zoning
Comm. Balmer noted the correspon-
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dente from the Chamber and requested
the Commission give the recommenda-
tions serious consideration.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion to adopt the Consent
Calendar carried.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by
McDonald, to set a public hearing for
1/17/84 on the proposed South Summit
Street and Woodlawn Avenue Historic
Preservation Districts. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-404,1 Bk, 80, pp.
1232-1243, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN JOHNSON COUNTY AND IOWA CITY
ESTABLISHING POLICIES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF
LAND WITHIN THE TWO-MILE EXTRATERRITORIAL
JURISDICTION OF IOWA CITY. The Mayor
noted a question still unresolved as to
whether the City could waive its mandatory
review. City Attorney Jansen requested
the resolution be adopted and suggested
the matter be discussed with the County
Attorney and City legal staff. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
dellarCu the resolution adapted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer,
that ORD. 83-3160, Bk. 22, pp. 186-375,
REPEALING APPENDIX A OF THE I014A CITY CODE
OF ORDINANCES AND ESTABLISHING A NEW
CHAPTER 36 ENTITLED "ZONING", be passed
and adopted. The Mayor thanked the
Planning and Zoning Commission, City
staff, and the public for their participa-
tion. Affirmative roll call vote unani-
mous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-405, Bk. 80, pp.
1244-1247, TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUANCE
AND SALE OF $700,000 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOP-
MENT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES B (MILLARD
WAREHOUSE PROJECT). Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to
adopt RES. 83-406, Bk. 80, pp. 1248-1253,
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$700B4O00 (MILLARD INDUSTRIAL VE
WAREHOUSEPROJECT), REVENUELOPMENT
ONDSERIES
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B, THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST
SUPPLEMENT TO INDENTURE OF TRUST TO SECURE
SAID BOND, AND THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY
OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO LOAN AGREEMENT
WITH LARRY A. LARSEN, D/B/A MILLARD
WAREHOUSE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
A public hearing was held on the 1982
Edition of the Uniform Building Code as
amended, to be known as the Iowa City
Building Code. City Mgr. noted a conflict
with the State Administrative Code and
requested the public hearing be continued.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson to
continue the public hearing on 1/3/84. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unani-
mously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on the 1982
Edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code as
amended. Said Code shall be known as the
Iowa City Mechanical Code.
A public hearing was held on the 1982
Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code as
amended. Said Code shall be known as the
Iowa City Plumbing Code.
A public hearing was held on the 1983
Uniform Code for the abatement of Danger-
ous Buildings as amended. Said Code shall
be known as The Dangerous Building Code.
A public hearing was held on the 1982
Edition of the Uniform Fire Code as
amended, Said Code shall be known as the
Iowa City Fire Code. Moved by Dickson,
seconded by McDonald, to continue the
public hearing on 1/3/84. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on the
Industrial Waste Ordinance and
Pretreatment Program. Charles Schmadeke,
Public Works Director, explained the
purpose of the ordinance and the effect on
the local industries. The Mayor noted
that this ordinance designated the City
Manager as hearing officer.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer,
that the ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AN
INDUSTRIAL WASTE ORDINANCE, be given first
vote for Passage. The layer declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adopt RES. 83-407, Bk. 80, p. 1254,
APPROVING AND PROVIDING FUNDING FOR THE
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INDUSTRIAL WASTE PRETREATMENT PROGRAM
DATED SEPTEMBER 2, 1983. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/O, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adopt RES. 83-408, Bk. 80, p. 1255,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH A
NOTICE ADVISING INTERESTED PARTIES THAT
THE CITY HAS SUBMITTED A REQUEST TO THE
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF WATER, AIR AND WASTE
MANAGEMENT FOR APPROVAL OF ITS INDUSTRIAL
WASTE PRETREATMENT PROGRAM. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-409, 8k. 80, pp.
1256-1257, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 83-187
ADOPTING A DEVELOPMENT POLICY FOR THE EAST
AND NORTHEAST PORTIONS OF IOWA CITY
i PENDING CONSTRUCTION OF A WATER POLLUTION
CONTROL PLANT OR SOME ALTERNATIVE WASTE-
WATER MANAGEMENT FACILITY. Affirmative
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed resolution of necessity for the
Highway N1/Interstate 80 Sewage Pumping
Facilities Project. Moved by Lynch,
seconded by Dickson, to accept the letter
from Marion Neely, representing Dean and
Evelyn Oakes, opposing the project. The
Muyor uec lar eu the mot foil capried UIItlU 1-
mously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adopt RES. 83-410, Bk. 80, pp. 1258-1261,
RESOLUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF
THE RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR
THE HIGHWAY 1/INTERSTATE 80 SEWAGE PUMPING
FACILITIES PROJECT. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to
adopt RES. 83-411, Bk. 80, p. 1262,
DIRECTING PREPARATION OF DETAILED PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON THE HIGHWAY
1/INTERSTATE 80 SEWAGE PUMPING FACILITIES
PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
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Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to
adopt RES. 83-412, Bk. 80, pp. 1263-1274,
AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA, 14ATIONAL COMPUTER
SYSTEMS, INC. JOMAC DEVELOPMENT CO.,
HIGHLANDER PARTNERSHIP AND PLUM GROVE
ACRES, INC. FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLA-
TION OF A LIFT STATION AND EXTENSION OF
SANITARY SEWER SERVICE FACILITIES TO THE
PARTIES. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
John Seward, 1704 Rideway Drive,
chairperson of the Planning and Zoning
Commission, appeared on behalf of the
Commission to thank Council for their
efforts on the new zoning ordinance. He
also requested Council discuss with the
University of Iowa their planned expansion
of park area near the President's home.
Seward noted the Comprehensive Plan and
i Zoning show development for high density
residential. Bob Vevera, 2839 Friendship,
appeared to thank the four departing
Councilmembers for their combined service
C on the Council of over 29 years.
The Mayor announced the following
j vacancies on City Council Committees:
Legislative Committee; Rules Committee;
Civil Defense Committee; JCCOG. These
appointments will be made at the January 3,
1984, meeting of the City Council.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
toappoint Robert Jackson, 1215 Guildford
Cr t., to the Senior Center Commission for
a three-year term ending 12/31/86. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unani-
mously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret,
to appoint Rosalie Reed, 215 S. Governor;
Benny Hawkins, Sr., 60 Penfro Drive; and
Hank Torres, 629 Oakland Ave., to the
Human Rights Commission for three-year
terms ending 1/1/87. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret,
to approve the recommendation of the
Johnson County Bd. of Supervisors and
reappoint Ted Halm to the Mayor's Youth
EmpluymeiiL BU., fur a tern, enduing 5/22/86.
The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
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Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret,
to appoint Asst. City Mgr. Dale Helling as
Acting City Clerk for period from
12/29-30/83, during absence of City Clerk.
The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Councilmembers Erdahl, Dickson, and
McDonald, thanked the four departing
Councilmembers for their years of service
to the community, John Balmer, 8 years;
Larry Lynch, 4 years; David Perret, 8
years; and Mary Neuhauser, 9 years. John
Balmer presented Mayor Neuhauser with a
City of Iowa City SpecialRecognition and
Commendation Plaque. Neuhauser, Perret,
Lynch, and Balmer replied with thank-you's
to many people.
The City Manager thanked Council for
the opportunity to wurk with them and
noted significant changes in additional
housing, library and Senior Center as a
result of this Council.
City Attorney Jansen noted apprecia-
tion for the opportunity to serve the
Council.
Recommendations from Boards and
Commissions: Committee on Community
Needs, 11/15/83: Recommends that the City
Council instruct the Public Works Depart-
ment to survey the creek, water drainage
and ditch problem in the Miller/Orchard
Neighborhood and to take immediate action
to reduce the hazards. City Mgr. noted
the Public Works Department would investi-
gate the situation. Committee on Community
Needs, 12/1/83: (1) That $24.000 for a
Rental Rehabilitation Program be elimi-
nated from the budget. (2) That the
allocation for Housing Code Enforcement be
reduced by $7,000. (3) That allocation of
$47,000 for Creekside Sidewalks be
deferred. (4) That the contingency
allocation be reduced by $1,104. (5) That
if alternative funds could be found for
Miller/Orchard Neighborhood Park Acquisi-
tion, then CCN recommends that the
Creekside Sidewalks Project not be
deferred. The Mayor noted the recommenda-
tions had been received by Cnunril prior
to consideration and action of the block
grant.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adopt RES. 83-413, Bk. 80, pp. 1275-1277,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH PLUM
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GROVE ACRES, INC. CONCERNING FIRST AVENUE
OVER -WIDTH PAVEMENT. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 83-414, Bk. 80, pp. 1278-1284,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E CONTRACT WITH
JOHNSON COUNTY AND A-1 CAB, INC. OF IOWA
CITY FOR FY84 SEATS SUPPLEMENTAL TAXI
SERVICE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret,
to adopt ^,S. 83-415, Bk. 80, pp.
1285-1286, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT
TO THE FY84 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE
ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY (ESA). Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret,
to adopt RES. 83-416, Bk. 80, pp.
1287-1290, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AMENDMENT ONE TO THE AGREEMENT WITH
SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC., FOR THE USE nc
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS TO
ACQUIRE AND IMPROVE SITES FOR THE CON-
STRUCTION OF TWO HOMES FOR SEVERE AND
PROFOUNDLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret,
to adopt RES. 83-417, Bk. 80, pp.
1291-1308, APPROVING THE AMENDED IOWA CITY
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE PROGRAM. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-418, Bk. 80, pp.
1309-1310, TO ADOPT AN AMENDMENT TO THE
INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND POLICY FOR THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, ENLARGING THE
CHAPTER 403 AREA ELIGiOLE T"v AFPLY FOR
INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret,
to adopt RES. 83-419, Bk. 80, PP.
1311-1315, AUTHORIZING AN ACCESS EASEMENT
FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 64-1B (HOTEL
SITE). The City Manager stated this
agreement had provisions for air rights
but an amendment would be sent to Council
relating to acess and turnaround area.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret,
to defer consideration until 12/23/83 of a
Resolution Authorizingthe
issuance
of
$8,100,000 in Aggregate
nt
of the City of Iowa City, Lender -Assisted
Commercial Development Revenue Bonds
(Mid -City Hotel Associates - Iowa City
Project) Series 1983 with the Proceeds
from the Sale of Bonds to be Loaned to
Midwest Federal Savings and Loan Associa-
tion of Minneapolis, for the Purpose of
Making a Loan to Mid -City Hotel Associ-
ates -Iowa City, a Sole Proprietorship, for
the purpose of defraying all or a Portion
of the Cost of Acquiring, Constructing,
Improving and Equipping a Nine -Story Hotel
Consisting of Approximately 178 Guest
Rooms, Convention and Meeting Rooms, A
Swimming Pool, A Coffee Shop, and Food and
Beverage Facilities, all Consistent with
the City's Project No. Iowa R-14 Urban
Renewal Plan; the Execution and Delivery
„f >n Tndenture of Trust to Secure Said
Bonds; the Execution and Delivery of a
Lender Loan Agreement by and Among the
City, Mid -City Hotel Associates -Iowa City,
Midwest Federal Savings and Loan Associa-
tion of Minneapolis and First Trust
Company of St. Paul; the Sale of Said
Bonds; Appointment of Firqt Trust Company
of St. Paul as Trustee; and Related
Matters. Individual Councilmembers
expressed their concerns re acting upon
this resolution prior to resolving the
hotel parking agreement. The City Manager
reported on recent discussions with the
developer/representatives and stated he
relayed Council wishes to have the
agreement settled prior to the end of the
year. The Mayor declared the mntion to
defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch,
that the rule considered and voted ordinances
edunforpassage at the
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Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first and second considera-
tion and vote be waived and that ORD.
83-3161, Bk. 22, pp. 376-378, ESTABLISHING
THE CENTERLINE GRADE OF CERTAIN STREETS IN
IOWA CITY, IOWA, be voted upon for final
passage at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved by
Galmer, seconded by McDonald, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for passage at two
Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first and second considera-
tion and vote be waived and that ORD.
83-3162, Bk. 22, pp. 379-381, ESTABLISHING
THE EDGE OF SLAB GRADES OF CERTAIN ALLEYS
IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, be voted upon for
final passage at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved by
Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the
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VI U Ill gllLe UG I IIID I Iy aurjp6eu aL 61117 L IIIIe.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch,
that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 17 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REDEFINING
ROOMING HOUSE, be given first vote for
passage. The Mayor stated this ordinance
was necessary to conform with the new
Zoning Ordinance and Council would be
adopting it even though the Housing
Commission had not endorsed it. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer,
tlidt GRD. 03-3103, Ok. LL, pp.JOG-392,
AMENDING ARTICLE IV, DIVISION 2 OF CHAPTER
14 OF THE IOWA CITY CODE (THE ENABLING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY'S BROADBAND TELECOM-
MUNICATIONS FRANCHISE), be passed and
adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
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unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the ordinance
adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret,
to adjourn 9:10 P.M. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
A more complete description of Council
activities is on file in the office of the
City Clerk. �gfl��.
s/MAR,Yy C. NEAUSER
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s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
Submitted for publication 12129/83.
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
DECEMBER 20, 1983
Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 12/20/83, at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic
Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: None.
Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Keller, Schmeiser,
Franklin, Schmadeke, Boren, Kucharzak, Davidson. Council minutes tape
recorded on Tape 83-C46, Side 1 and 2, 1 -End.
The Mayor presented the Historic Preservation Awards to Rosalie &
James Seeks, Shimek Place - Residential; Charles A. Skaugstad Family,
Close Mansion - Commercial; and the Iowa City Senior Center, Pub-
lic/Institutional. The Mayor noted the awards were made possible by Hills
Bank & Trust.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or
adopted as amended.
Approval of Official Council Actions, spec. mtg., 11/28/83 and
reg. mtg., 12/6/83, as published, subject to correction, as
recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Committee on Community i
Needs - 11/15183, 12/1/83; Planning & Zoning Conm. - 11117/83;
Senior Center Comm. - 10/20/83; Civil Service Comm. - 11/21/83,
11/22/83, 11/26/83, 11/29/83; Resources Conservation Comm.
-„ I. ,7 I-�iiio3; Housing Appeals Bd. - iii8183. ;
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City
Clerk: Aoorovina Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for
Southland Corporation dba 7 -Eleven, 820 First Avenue. RES. 83-395,
Bk. 80, p. 127.3, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT. RES. 83-396, Bk. 80, p.
1224, REFUNDING A PORTION OF A CIGARETTE PERMIT.
MOTIONS: Approving disbursements in the amount of
$2,047,831.65 for the period of 11/1/83 thru 11/30/83, as recom-
mended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Authorizing the
City Engineer to sign an application to perform work within state
highway right-of-way with Dwain & Kay Rosenberger on the west side
of Highway 41, north, just north of Bristol Drive. Affirming the
discharge of Michael Bognanno, Finance Department/Parking Systems -
Division. Refer to the Rules Comnittee the proposed amended bylaws
of the Resources Conservation Commission.
Resolutions: RES. 83-397, Bk. 80, p. 1225, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE C.B.D. ALLEY PAVING - PHASE III, BLOCKS 65 & 81 O.T. IN
IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-398, Bk. 80, p. 1226,, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE PAVING AND THE STORM SEWER FOR ASPEN LAKE SUBDIVISION, PART
2, IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-399, Bk. 80, p. 1227, ACCEPTING THE
WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, IMPROVEMENTS FOR MACBRIDE ADDITION,
PART FOUR IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-400, Bk. 80, p. 1228,.
ACCEPTING THE 'WORK FOR THE PAVING FOR MACBRIDE ADDITION, PART FOUR
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December 20, 1983
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TO IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-401, Bk. 80, P. 1229, ACCEPTING THE
WORK FOR THE NORTH BRANCH DETENTION STRUCTURE (PHASE I), RALSTON
CREEK STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROJECT. RES. 83-402, Bk. 80, P. 1230,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE PAVING IMPROVEMENTS FOR BOYRUM SUBDIVI-
SION, PART 2, IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-403, Bk. 80, p. 1231,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD STRATEGY AREA CURB RAMP AND
SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM (NORTH SIDE).
Correspondence: Letters concerning the proposed new zoning
ordinance from: Bruce Glasgow; William L. Meardon representing
Southgate Development, Mr. & Mrs. Hsu, and Home Town Dairies;
Medical Associates. John Lind and Richard Hansen regarding the
hotel project. Petition from John Gross of Technigraphics, Inc.,
regarding the hotel. Charles A. Barker 'representing West Side Co.
requesting the initiation of easement vacation proceedings,
referred to the Legal Dept. Chamber of Commerce regarding the Tree
Regulations section of the Zoning Ordinance. This has been
reviewed by the Chamber's Environmental Concerns Committee. The
recommendations of the Committee will be referred to the Planning &
Zoning Comm. Balmer noted the correspondence from the Chamber and
requested the Commission give the recommendations serious consid-
eration.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the motion to adopt the Consent Calendar carried.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to set a public hearing
for 1/17/84 on the proposed South Summit Street and Woodlawn Avenue
Historic Preservation Districts. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-404, Bk.
80, pp. 1232-1243, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN JOHNSON COUNTY AND IOWA CITY ESTABLISHING
POLICIES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF LAND WITHIN THE TWO-MILE EXTRATERRITORIAL
JURISDICTION OF IOWA CITY. The Mayor noted a question still unresolved as
to whether the City could waive its mandatory review. City Attorney
Jansen requested the resolution be adopted and suggested the matter be
discussed with the County Attorney and City legal staff. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/O, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, that ORD. 83-3160, Bk. 22, pp.
186-375, REPEALING APPENDIX A OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES AND
ESTABLISHING A NEW CHAPTER 36 ENTITLED "ZONING", be passed and• adopted.
The Mayor thanked the Planning and Zoning Commission, City staff, and the
public for their participation. Individual Councilmembers spoke re the
ordinance. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-405, Bk.
80, pp. 1244-1247, TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $700,000
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 8 (MILLARD WAREHOUSE PRO-
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December 20, 1983
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JECT). Chuck Poore, representing Millard Warehouse, appeared. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-406, Bk. 80,
pp. 1248-1253, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $700,000 INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BOND (MILLARD WAREHOUSE PROJECT), SERIES B, THE
EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST SUPPLEMENT TO INDENTURE OF TRUST TO
SECURE SAID BOND, AND THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST AMENDMENT Tb
LOAN AGREEMENT WITH LARRY A. LARSEN, D/B/A MILLARD WAREHOUSE. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the 1982 Edition of the Uniform
Building Code as amended, to be known as the Iowa City Building Code. No
one appeared. City Mgr. noted a conflict with the State Administrative
Code and requested the public hearing be continued. Moved by McDonald,
seconded by Dickson to continue the public hearing on 1/3/84. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on the 1982 Edition of the Uniform
Mechanical Code as amended. Said Code shall be known as the Iowa City
Mechanical Code. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the 1982 Edition of the Uniform
j Plumbing Code as amended. Said Code shall be known as the Iowa City
Plumbing Code. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the 1983 Uniform Code for the
abatement of Dangerous Buildings as amended. Said Code shall be known as
The Dangerous Building Code. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the 1982 Edition of the Uniform Fire
Code as amended. Said Code shall be known as the Iowa City Fire Code. No
ione appeared. Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to continue the
public hearing on 1/3/84. The Mayor declared the motion carried unani-
mously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on the Industrial Waste Ordinance and
Pretreatment Program. Charles Schmadeke, Public Works Director, explained
the purpose of the ordinance and the effect on the local industries. No
one appeared. The Mayor noted that this ordinance designated the City
Manager as hearing officer. _
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, that the ORDINANCE ESTAB-
LISHING AN INDUSTRIAL WASTE ORDINANCE, be given first vote for passage.
Erdahl noted the improvement in that the Council was no longer the hearing
officer but noted concerns re independence. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Councilmembers
requested that a date for the third reading be included in the comment
when the ordinance appears on the agenda for second consideration.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-407, 8k. 80,
p. 1254, APPROVING AND PROVIDING FUNDING FOR THE INDUSTRIAL 'WASTE
PRETREATMENT PROGRAM DATED SEPTEMBER 2, 1983. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-408, Bk. 80,
p. 1255, AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH A NOTICE ADVISING INTER-
ESTED PARTIES THAT THE CITY HAS SUBMITTED A REQUEST TO THE IOWA DEPARTMENT
OF WATER, AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT FOR APPROVAL OF ITS INDUSTRIAL WASTE
PRETREATMENT PROGRAM. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-409, Bk.
80, pp. 1256-1257, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 83-187 ADOPTING A DEVELOPMENT
POLICY FOR THE EAST AND NORTHEAST PORTIONS OF IOWA CITY PENDING CONSTRUC-
TIUN OF A WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT OR SOME ALTERNATIVE WASTEWATER
MANAGEMENT FACILITY. Atty. Charles Mullen presented agreements. City
Atty. Jansen stated the agreements were in order and ready for Council
approval and Mayor and City Clerk signatures. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the proposed resolution of necessity
for the Highway #1/Interstate 80 Sewage Pumping Facilities Project. Moved
by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, to accept the letter from Marion Neely,
representing Dean and Evelyn Oakes, opposing the project. 'The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-410, Bk. 80,
pp. 1258-1261, RESOLUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION
OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE HIGHWAY 1/INTERSTATE 80 SEWAGE PUMPING
FACILITIES PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-411, Bk. 80,
p. 1262, DIRECTING PREPARATION OF DETAILED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, FORM
OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON THE HIGHWAY 1/INTERSTATE 80 SEWAGE
PUMPING FACILITIES PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-412, Bk. 80,
pp. 1263-1274, AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOIJA, NATIONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS, INC. JOMAC
DEVELOPMENT CO., HIGHLANDER PARTNERSHIP AND PLUM GROVE ACRES, INC. FOR THE
PURPOSE OF INSTALLATION OF A LIFT STATION AND EXTENSION OF SANITARY SEWER
SERVICE FACILITIES TO THE PARTIES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
John Seward, 1704 Rideway Drive, chairperson of the Planning and
Zoning Commission, appeared on behalf of the Commission to thank Council
for their efforts on the new zoning ordinance. He also requested Council
discuss with the University of Iowa their planned expansion of park area
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near the President's home. Seward noted the Comprehensive Plan 'and Zoning
show development for high density residential. Bob Vevera, 2839 Friend-
ship, appeared to thank the four departing Councilmembers for their
combined service on the Council of over 29 years.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies on City Council
Committees: Legislative Committee; Pules Committee; Civil Defense
Committee; JCCOG. These appointments wil be made at the January 3, 1984,
meeting of the City Council.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to appoint Robert Jackson,
1215 Guildford Crt., to the Senior Center Commission for a three-year term
ending 12/31/86. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to appoint Rosalie Reed,
215 S. Governor; Benny Hawkins, Sr., 60 Penfro Drive; and Hank Torres, 629
Oakland Ave., to the Human Rights Commission for three-year terms ending
1/1/87. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to approve the recommenda-
tion of the Johnson County Bd. of Supervisors and reappoint Ted Halm to
the Mayor's Youth Employment Bd., for a term ending 5/22/86. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to appoint Asst. City Mgr.
Dale Helling as Acting City Clerk for period from 12/29-30/83, during
absence of City Clerk. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Councilmembers Erdahl, Dickson, and McDonald, thanked the four
departing Councilmembers for their years of service to the community, John
Balmer, 8 years; Larry Lynch, 4 years; David Ferret, 8 years; and Mary
Neuhauser, 9 years. John Balmer presented Mayor Neuhauser with a City of
Iowa City Special Recognition and Commendation Plaque. Neuhauser, Perret,
Lynch, and Balmer replied with thank-you's to many people.
The City Manager thanked Council for the opportunity to work with
them and noted significant changes in additional housing, library and
Senior Center as a result of this Council,
City Attorney Jansen noted appreciation for the opportunity to
serve the Council.
Recommendations from Boards and Commissions: Committee on
Community Needs, 11/15/83: Recommends that the City Council instruct the
Public Works Department to survey the creek, water drainage and ditch
problem in the Miller/Orchard Neighborhood and to take immediate action to
reduce the hazards. City Mgr. noted the Public Works Department would
investigate the situation. Committee on Community Needs, 12/1/83: (1)
That $24,000 for a Rental Rehabilitation Program be eliminated from the
budget. (2) That the allocation for Housing Code Enforcement be reduced
by $7,000. (3) That allocation of $47,000 for Creekside Sidewalks be
deferred. (4) That the contingency allocation be reduced by $1,104. (5)
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That if alternative funds could be found for Miller/Orchard Neighborhood
Park Acquisition, then CCP! recommends that the Creekside Sidewalks Project
not be deferred. The Mayor noted the recommendations had been received by
Council prior to consideration and action of the block grant.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-413, 8k. 80,
pp. 1275-1277, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AGREEMENT WITH PLUM GROVE ACRES, INC. CONCERNING FIRST AVENUE
OVER -WIDTH PAVEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-414, Bk. 80,
pp. 1278-1284, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
A 28E CONTRACT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY AND A-1 CAB, INC. OF IOWA CITY FOR FY84
SEATS SUPPLEMENTAL TAXI SERVICE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-415, Bk. 80,
pp. 1285-1286, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AMENDMENT TO THE FY84 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE ELDERLY SERVICES
AGENCY (ESA). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-416, Bk.
80, pp. 1287-1290, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST AMENDMENT ONE TO THE AGREEMENT WITH SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC., FOR
THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS TO ACQUIRE AND IMPROVE
SITES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO HOMES FOR SEVERE AND PROFOUNDLY HANDI-
CAPPED CHILDREN. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted,
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-417, Bk.
80, pp. 1291-1308, APPROVING THE AMENDED IOWA CITY CONTRACT COMPLIANCE
PROGRAM. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-418, Bk.
80, pp. 1309-1310, TO ADOPT AN AMENDMENT TO THE INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND
POLICY FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, ENLARGING THE CHAPTER 403 AREA
ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-419, Bk. 80,
pp. 1311-1315, AUTHORIZING AN ACCESS EASEMENT FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL
64-1B (HOTEL SITE). The City Manager stated this agreement had provisions
for air rights but an amendment would be sent to Cnvncil relating to acess
and turnaround area. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to defer consideration until
12/23/83 of a Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of $8,100,000 in
Aggregate Principal Amount of the City of Iowa City, Lender -Assisted
Commercial Development Revenue Bonds (Mid -City Hotel Associates - Iowa
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City Project) Series 1983 with the Proceeds from the Sale of Bonds to be
Loaned to Midwest Federal Savings and Loan Association of Minneapolis, for
the Purpose of Making a Loan to Mid -City Hotel Associates -Iowa City, a
Sole Proprietorship, for the purpose of defraying all or a Portion of the
Cost of Acquiring, Constructing, Improving and Equipping a Nine -Story
Hotel Consisting of Approximately 178 Guest Rooms, Convention and Meeting
Rooms, A Swimming Pool, A Coffee Shop, and Food and Beverage Facilities,
all Consistent with the City's Project No. Iowa R-14 Urban Renewal Plan;,
the Execution and Delivery of an Indenture of Trust to Secure Said Bonds;
the Execution and Delivery of a Lender Loan Agreement by and Among the
City, Mid -City Hotel Associates -Iowa City, Midwest Federal Savings and
Loan Association of Minneapolis and First Trust Company of St. Paul; the
Sale of Said Bonds; Appointment of First Trust Company of St. Paul as
Trustee; and Related Matters. Individual Councilmembers expressed their
concerns re acting upon this resolution prior to resolving the hotel
parking agreement. The City Manager reported on recent discussions with
the developer/representatives and stated he relayed Council wishes to have
the agreement settled prior to the end of the year. The Mayor declared
the motion to defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first and second consideration and vote be waived and that
ORD. 83-3161, Bk. 22, pp. 376-378, ESTABLISHING THE CENTERLINE GRADE OF
CERTAIN STREETS IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, be voted upon for final passage at
this time. Affirmative roll call vnte unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by McDonald, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first and second consideration and vote be waived and that
ORD. 83-3162, Bk. 22, pp. 379-381, ESTABLISHING THE EDGE OF SLAB GRADES OF
CERTAIN ALLEYS IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, be voted upon for final passage at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer,,
seconded by McDonald, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 17 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REDEFINING ROOMING HOUSE, be given
first vote for passage. The Mayor stated this ordinance was necessary to
conform with the new Zoning Ordinance and Council ' ^uld he '-depting 7t
even though the Housing Commission had not endorsed it. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, that ORD. 83-3163, Bk. 22,
pp. 382-392, AMENDING ARTICLE IV, DIVISION 2 OF CHAPTER 14 OF THE IOWA
CITY CODE (THE ENABLING ORDINANCE OF 'THE CITY'S BROADBAND TELECOMMUNICA-
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TIONS FRANCHISE), be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn 9:10 P.M. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
VARY C. NEUHAUSEP., MAYOR
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JANUARY 3, 1984
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 1/3/84, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center.
Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson,
Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: none. Staffinembers present:
Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Schmadeke, Kucharzak, Karr. Council minutes tape
recorded on Tape 83-C47, Side 1, 315 -End, and Side 2, 1-310.
Moved by Dickson, seconued by Erdahl, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or
adopted as presented:
Approval of Official Council Actions, reg. mtg., 12/20/83, as
published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Commission -12/8/83;
Library Bd. of Trustees - 12/15/83; Parks and Recreation Commission
-12/14/83.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk: Ap-
proving Class B Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Randall's International,
Inc. dba Randall's Discount Foods, 1861 Lower Muscatine Rd. Approving
Class C Liquor License to R.T. Grunts dba R.T. Grunts, 826 S. Clinton.
Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales Permit for Coslow's,
Inc dba Simny's, 208 N. Linn Street. Approving Class C liquor License for
Studio 114 Enterprises, Inc. dba Studio 114 Enterprises, Inc., 114 Wright
Street. RES. 84-1, Bk. 81, p. 1, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT.
Motion: Authorizing the City Engr. to sign an application for use of
highway right-of-way for utilities accommodation to Shaler Enterprises for
Highway 518 and Hunter's Run Subdivision.
Correspondence: College Street Merchants re hotel parking needs.
Richard Hansen re parking for the hotel. Memo from the Traffic Engr. re
creation of a one-way alley in the block bounded by Dubuque Street, Market
Street, Linn Street, and Jefferson Street. Memo from the Civil Service
Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following
positions: Maintenance Worker III/Lead Worker -Parking Systems; Cash-
ier/Parking Systems; Maintenance Worker I/Leased Housing; Fire Battalion
Chief. IDOT informing the City of a pavement repair project on a portion
of I-80 which lies within the City limits.
Application for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Iowa City
Striders Lo have a Mother's Day Run on 5/13/84, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-2, Bk. 81,
pp. 2-3, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL Lopr-.r_. SCALE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOP-
MENT PLAN FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY AT 1000 OAKCREST STREET. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
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The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Airport Commission -one
vacancy for a six-year term ending 3/1/90; Broadband Telecommunications Com-
mission -two vacancies for three-year terms ending 3/13/87; Committee on
Community Needs -two vacancies for three-year terms ending 3/1/87. These
appointments will be made at the February 14, 1984, meeting of the City
Council.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to defer until 1/17/84 consid-
eration of the following appointments: Planning and Zoning Commission for an
unexpired term ending 5/1/87; Committee on Community Needs for an unexpired
term ending 3/1/86; and an appointment to the Resources Conservation Commis-
sion for an unexpired term ending 1/1/85. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to approve the recommendation
from the Airport Commission to appoint Joe Tiffany as their representative on
the Airport Zon%ng Commission for a term ending 1/1/88. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to approve the recommendation
from the Planning and Zoning Commission to appoint Rod Perry as their
representative on the Airport Zoning Commission for a term ending 1/1/86. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Councilmember Dickson noted the response given to Lorna Mathes letter
in the Parks and Recreation minutes. She expressed appreciation for the
letter and for the acknowledgement from the Commission. Councilmember
Ambrisco requested clarification from the hotel developer of the maintenance
for the plexiglass cover over the walkway. He also requested a review from
an engineer's standpoint. Councilmember Erdahl questioned the procedure for
resubmissions of applications. City Clerk Karr responded that applications
are kept for a period of three months and that individuals are asked to
re -apply after that time. Councilmember Baker inquired as to who had been
selected to do the feasibility study for a joint human service facility. City
Manager replied that Neuman Monson had been designated. Councilmember
Strait noted a statement made by Dr. Johnson in the informal minutes of
December 12th regarding the quality of the Iowa City Holiday Inn surpassing
most in quality. After discussion, Council requested a letter be sent to or.
Johnson thanking him for his commitment to an exceptional quality hotel and
conveying Council's interest in receiving information relative to this.
Strait also expressed interest in meeting with Department Heads/Supervisors
for their input on a quarterly basis. This matter will be scheduled for dis-
cussion on January 23 when Council discusses goals and objectives.
Recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Commission that the
proposed expenditure of $8,250 for playground equipment at Brookland Park and
Longfellow School not be added to the FY85 budget, noted. Councilmembers
requested a report of the response from the Schnnl board on this request and
the reason for the Parke and Recreation Commission recommending against the
request. Staff will report.
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January 3, 1984
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Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-3, Bk. 81, p. 4,
RECLASSIFYING FULL-TIME POSITIONS IN THE EQUIPMENT DIVISION (from Mechanic I
to Mechanic II). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 17 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REDEFINING ROOMING HOUSE, be given
second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with
the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald,
Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco. Nays: Baker. Councilmember Baker clarified his
vote by stating he supported the Planning and Zoning recommendation re number
of roomers.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, that the ORDINANCE ESTABLISH-
ING AN INDUSTRIAL WASTE ORDINANCE, be given second vote for passage. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held regarding the 1982 Edition of the Uniform
Fire Code as amended. Said Code shall be known as the Iowa City Fire Code.
No one appeared.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first and second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3164, Bk.
23, pp. 1-4, ADOPTING THE 1982 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE WITH CERTAIN
AMENDMENTS. SAID CODE SHALL BE KNOWN AS THE IOWA CITY FIRE CODE, be voted
upon 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 Zuber, that the ordinance he finally adnpted at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
A public hearing was held regarding the 1982 Edition of the Uniform
Building Code as amended. Said Code to be known as the Iowa City Building
Code. No one appared.
Moved by Baker, seconded by Erdahl, that the ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE
1982 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE AS AMENDED. SAID CODE TO BE KNOWN
AS THE IOWA CITY BUILDING CODE, be given first vote for passage. Housing and
Inspection Services Director Kucharzak present for discussion. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first and second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3165, Bk.
23, pp. 5-13, ADOPTING THE 1982 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE AS
AMENDED. SAID CODE SHALL BE KNOWN AS THE IOWA CITY MECHANICAL CODE, be voted
upon 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 Dickson, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/O, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
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January 3, 1984
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Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first and second consideration and vote be waived and the ORD. 84-3166, Bk.
23, pp. 14-26, ADOPTING THE 1982 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE AS
AMENDED. SAID CODE SHALL BE KNOWN AS THE IOWA CITY PLUMBING CODE, be voted
upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call voted unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved
by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first and second consideration and vote be waived and the ORD. 84-3167, Bk.
23, pp. 27-29, ADOPTING THE 1982 UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS CODE, be voted upon 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 Zuber, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time: Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance
adopted.
Moved by Baker, seconded by Erdahl, to adjourn to Executive Session
under Section 28A.5(b) to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are
presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure
would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental
body in that litigation. Affirmative rn11 call vote unanimous_ 7/0. all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declarethe motion carried.M.
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0 N MCDO ALD, MAYOR
MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
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Informal Council Discussion
January 3, 1984
Informal Council Discussion: January 3, 1984, 7:00 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, McDonald, Strait, Zuber,
Er ah .
Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Knight.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-C43, Side 1, 157 -End.
McDonald said that the new Council has been tentatively scheduled to meet
with the heads of the City's boards and commissions on February 9 at 2:30
p.m. at the Highlander. Councilmembers should contact Lorraine Saeger if
they have a scheduling problem.
' I Planning & Zoning Applications:
Oakcrest*Knight said that papers are in order for this LSRD and the
Planni g and Zoning Commission has recommended approval. Baker questioned
whether it is proper to vote on the matter since he voted on it as a Planning
and Zoning member. Jansen saw no problem.
Council Agenda
Item 11. Ordinance amending Chapter 17 by redefining rooming house. In
answer to a question from Baker, Berlin explained that the Housing Commission
is not in favor of adding one person to the definition of roomers.
Correspondence.
Strait encouraged Berlin to respond to all correspondence listed on the
Consent Calendar agenda. McDonald explained that replies would follow
Council discussion.
Appointments.
McDonald and staff clarified the appointment process. The Council agreed to
defer consideration of appointments to two weeks (January 17).
Budget
Council and staff members discussed the approval process of funding requests.
Airport Zoning Commission
Berlin explained that the County zoning ordinance will go to the Airport
Zoning Commission as soon as it is organized.
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.