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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-05-08 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion April 3, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: April 3, 1984, at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at the v c en er. ayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Erdahl, Zuber, Strait, Dickson, Ambrisco, Baker. Staff Members Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Hauer, Schmadeke. Tae Recorded: Reel 84-C30, Side 1, 315 -End, Side 2, all; 84-C32, Side 1, a , a Side 2, 1-95. Sidewalk Cafes Reel 84-C30, Side 1 Helling said that Vanessa's restaurant has proposed an outdoor service area addition and referred to the March 30 memo with 14 criteria for use of the public right-of-way for sidewalk cafes. Berlin noted that reserving ten feet for pedestrian use may preclude construction of sidewalk cafes in some areas. Erdahl said that guaranteeing an eight foot pedestrian passageway should be sufficient. McDonald noted that a rule that requires the cafe to be adjacent to the building and still maintain a ten foot sidewalk limits the cafes to only areas of the Plaza. Hauer noted that public amenities cannot be used for strictly private use. Ambrisco said that Hamburg Inn II and the neighbor- ing businesses nave enpraoactheiu a.. ••��•-- ••• --- uestion said thatraeleaseipricetstru structure hasse beenoselected by the Council. Melling A reesen- tative from the Amelia Earhart Deli asked about setting up a cafe in front of their business on Washington Street. Erdahl said such an application must consider whether the cafe must be adjacent or if the sidewalk can pass between the restaurant and the cafe. McDonald noted that interest has been expressed in more permanent additions. Erdahl said that businesses not on the Plaza should also have the opportunity for additions. Berlin said that the staff is still developing criteria for beer gardens on private property. A representative from the new Holiday Inn asked for definitions of the arden is various liquor licensed establish estasaid that a blishment; n sidewalk cafewouldoor be ae rvice area forrestaurant service area with or without liquor service on the public right-of-way; a cafe serving food on private property would not be subject to additional regulation by the City. Noise would be covered by the Noise Ordinance. Berlwillireporrteback to a Councilfwitic h lmore flexible plans ans could be awith ted bprovisionthe s Staff for all businesses. Sewer System Reel 84-C30, Side 2 Berlin distributed a summary of seven alternatives for waste water collection and tretmnt in ted looking oats specific heissues that concerned east side m the d Council in ediscussirlin ng sthe actual process to be followed. Strait suggested elimination of the priva- tization till be researched PtiBerlinon utnotedrthat the Arthur aYoungistudyaleft the door tion should sopen for privatization. Berlin suggested that the Council should consider all alternatives. Zuber suggested considering opinions by other engineering besides Veenstra & Kimm. McDonald said that the Council's number one . _.__ �_.._� ..- t aa.. a:.... .. •in TITh.#. ..,. t he ..,I& priority is to explore Contnwed use Of the ex4st4ng .,Th.... clear to all bidders. Erdahl noted that infiltration inflow and point source problems must be reduced. Berlin noted that recent EPA studies indicate that such reductions are typically not cost effective but Iowa City could still explore options. Strait mentioned that attachment five to Berlin's March 23rd memo summarizes most of the issues that should be considered, particu- larly regarding the possible life of an improved plant compared to the total cost. Berlin noted that attachment two recommends getting proposals from other engineering firms. Berlin said that any planning concept provided to the City as part of the proposal becomes the property of the City. Jansen said that some firms may try to retain the rights to parts of their propos- als. Berlin said that if the Council accepts alternative B and initially limits plans to the best three or four, then it would be possible to fully develop those proposals for Council review. Ambrisco said that he prefers alternative A to cut the time of development by immediately selecting one plan. Erdahl pointed out that by limiting full consideration, time is actually saved by not examining all plans in detail. Dague said that selection of an engineering firm on the basis of qualification is the preferred method among engineers. He added that the cheapest bid may well not be the best. Strait said that a small, new firm may do a very good job. Berlin noted that attachment three helps deal with those questions. Strait recommended that small firms should be permitted to form a group in order to make a bid. Berlin said that staff will be working with consultants on all of these issues. Zuber asked if federal funds could be applied to pay off construction bonds. Berlin said that Congress is confused on the issue. The consultant should be responsible for creating the design which can indeed be financed. In answer to a question from Phil Nychay, Berlin said that the Andrew Young study is specific to Iowa City and the cost of the study is ava East and Northeast Side Moratorium Reel 84-C32, Side I Schmadeke explained the boundaries of the building moratorium which the previous Council initiated in response to sewer overflow. Bill Frantz of Frantz Construction said that it will take about nine months for improvements to be finished from the time the moratorium is lifted so the moratorium should be lifted now to allow future development. Erdahl asked if repair of leaky manhole covers would be a viable means of reducing the infiltration problem. Schmadeke said the rehabilitation contract could be let this summer and should help solve the infiltration problem although the problem won't disappear. Erdahl said the problem shouldn't be permitted to get any worse but development should be allowed if the infiltration doesn't get any worse. Zuber noted that tax revenue has been lost to Iowa City because developers have been forced out of Iowa City due to the moratorium. Frank Boyd spoke in favor of lifting the moratorium. McDonald said that the Council will discuss the moratorium next week. Erdahl said that reasonable lead time will be provided to developers but relief will not be immediate. Berlin noted that the Council prefers alternate B and to have people from the community assist staff. Urban Environmental Committee Reel 84-C32, Side I Strait said that the new ad hoc committee proposed by Project GREEN may recommend an ordinance within a year. He asked that developers keep the concerns of the committee in mind until the ordinance is passed. t 3 Council Time Reel 84-C82, Side 1, Side 2 1. Baker noted a meeting an April 12 on IRB's. Berlin added that this is a public meeting to get input on this issue prior to Council consideration. 2. Baker said the federal government proclaimed April Fair Housing Month and the City might follow suit. A proclamation will be prepared. 3. Strait asked that Iowa City may not be following state law on discrimina- tion in private clubs. Berlin said that the legislature has recently considered a bill affecting the issue. Phyllis Williams will follow-up. 4. In response to a question from Ambrisco, Helling said that he is not sure of the results of the Iowa Senate debate on joint and several liability and comparative negligence. The League .of Cities will keep Iowa City advised on the issue. S. Zuber said that he will be out of town for the April 9 informal meeting and he is interested in the off-street parking, off alleys. Materials will be sent in Friday's packet for Council review, and Councilmember Zuber will be present at the formal meeting April 10 with any questions. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION APRIL 10, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: April 10, 1984, at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Ambrisco, Zuber, Strait, Dickson, Baker, r a p.m. Staff Members Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Franklin, Lundell. Tape Recorded: Reel 84-C32, Side 2, 95 -End; 84-C33, Side 1, 1-125. Planning and Zoning Applications: Rezoning 30 North Clinton Street P to RM -145 This is the Congregate United Church of Christ property. Hunters Run Subdivision, Parts 2 and 3 Public Hearing on Proposed PON Plan This is a public hearing only on the final POH plan. This development was previously approved in 1980 but the preliminary plat approval has expired. Rezoning One Acre Tract in Johnson County, Al to Z-8405 The change is inconsistent with the Area One policy of the Johnson County/Iowa City Fringe Area Policy Agreement. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended against the rezoning. Council needs to adopt the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation. Rezoning 27.7 Acres East of Scott Boulevard CH to RMH This rezoning is County initiated and recommended for endorsement by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The rezoning encompasses the existing Sunrise village Mobile Home Park. McDonald said this will be discussed as a separate matter. Ordinance Amending the PDH Plan of Resubdivided Lot 62 MacBride Addition ar This amendment will permit the construction of a telephone equipment enclo- sure. The equipment to be stored in the building includes wiring that has the voltage equivalency of that found in a household. The applicant has requested that readings of this ordinance be waived and final consideration be given. Approving the Final Plat of Pepperwood Addition Parts 4-7 The developer has taken care of all of the contingencies placed on this development. r-- 2 Reel 84-C32, Side 2 Off -Street Parking details dof her April 4, 1984, memo on off-street parking Franklin summarized C4Y ..+ including the history of past alley parking regulations. Franklin said tha_ the proposal before the Council was the intent of the original s isunfair adopted in April, 1983. Zuber said that he feels that the prop and subject cumbersome. to the new regulalin tions. out thatonly to newparking pquestionofrom Zubere nance Franklin said icableamforithe oparkingmeasures ordinances those Franklinhsaid g thatistaff are not app believes that alley traffic is a more important issue in this be case than sco said buithisg pro Iowa Zuberuotets on an d thater of ithe housingfmarkeill t eisoaneimportant partofl the proposalbusiness and eliminate notbe enterprises isesarilend sshould dnotA bei adopted. �I Strait also said that he is opposed to the proposal. McDonald said further discussion of this matter will take place in the formal Council meeting. Reel 84-C32, Side 2 FAUS Program Fundin row om Iowa bor thisiareals total amountooflFAUSefunds would Lundell said that each1urben area is allowed to borrow ahead up to two years of their annual allocation. In Streets and Melrose, Avenuenprojects said hascheduled t there aIn 1987re two p that rectare tunder bFAUS i funding. Council Agenda and Time mntian will be needed to remove item 2c(2) (Wi1ke's) from the consent calendar an 2. Berlin noted that City rr staffumford should be commended for his efforts in CPR f. 3. Agenda item 6. In response to McDonald, Berlin said that further i information about the garbage storage containers is forthcoming. 4. item a6 letter Berlin fromexplained Downer concerning ithe College uBlock Building restoration. f a hone 5. andeChurchdStreets2and)questioned whether oGovernor pStreet Governor1ine at itemre the location would be closed during construction time. Staff will investigate. 6. formal Coerlin uncil that an ng.executive session will be held after tonight's p Due to an 7, Strait inquired about the Chez Andre's Sunday sales memo. Karr explained that Chez Andre's gross recei is were reported incorrectly. audit correction they now meet the 50% requirement for a Sunday sales liquor permit. 3 I 8. Reel 84-C33, Side I In response to Strait, Berlin explained that floodways maps were re- quested for the Gilbert Street area. McDonald said maps will show the I fill requirements for the area and may improve the sellability of the property. 9. Baker inquired bout the construction at Regina Elementary Grade School. McDonald explained that a parish hall is being built. j Charter Review Commission Appointments Reel 84-C33, Side I After discussion about each of the applicants, the Council decided to appoint the following to the Charter Review Commission: Davidsen, Roberts, Balmer, Cain, Welt, Ringgenberg, Goodwin, Matsumoto, Mintzer. Meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. I j F Informal Council Discussion April 17, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: April 17, 1984, 6:30 p.m., in the Conference oom a e Civic enter. Mayor John McDonald reporting. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Ambrisco, Baker, Strait, Zuber, Erdahl, c son. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Boothroy, Jansen, Showalter, Farmer, c ma a e, suer, Milkman, Davidson, McGonagle, Parrott. Tape-recorded: Reel 84-C33, 84-C35, 84-C36. Mayor John McDonald introduced Deputy City Clerk Ramona Parrott. MANDATORY PARKLAND DEDICATION: Reel 84-C33, Side 1 Councilmembers received a memo from Dennis Showalter and letters from the Board of Realtors and Bruce Glasgow concerning mandatory parkland dedica- tion. Showalter said no land has been purchased for parks since 1977 and the City should have a mechanism to buy iana To parK5'oerurr cuaoa a�� prohibitive. Erdahl said there is a minimal open space provision in the comprehensive plan and City planners and recreation staff could determine central area parklands in early stages of development. Berlin stated that the Council needs to look at the comprehensive plan as a policy issue of the level of commitment by the City and the distribution of costs for parkland. Scott Means, president of the Iowa City Board of Realtors, explained that parkland dedication would increase the cost in subdivision and affect the ability of existing homeowners to buy better housing. He raised concerns about City staffing problems in administering the park dedication. Berlin stated there could be established a process for determining the value of land to be dedicated as parkland and/or the contribution could be in terms of a combination of land and/or money. The Council discussed the costs of dedicating land for parkland, maintenance costs, use of parks, priority of other recreation facilities (pool, gym). The majority of the Council decided not to consider the mandatory parkland dedication. EAST SIDE MORATORIUM: Reel 84-C33, Side 2 McDonald reviewed the east side moratorium issue. In response to Ambrisco, Jansen stated that once the moratorium is lifted it would be almost impossible to reimpose the moratorium. Schmadeke reviewed the cost and results of rehabilitation and improvements of infiltration flow system. The repairs would result in eliminating 25 million gallons of infiltration per year or seven percent of the total of infiltration flow. He said that infiltration' flow capacities should not be compared to domestic sewage flows due to peak flow differences. Berlin said that recent studies show that repairs are no guarantee of permanent resolution to infiltration flow problems. Council and staff discussed sewer capaci- Informal Council Discussion April 17, 1984 Page 2 ties, specific locations in Iowa City with basement flooding problems, and the amount of development affected by the moratorium. Strait and Erdahl limiting or phasing in the amount of development to take place as sewer capacity is increased. Councilmembers agreed to proceed with the $1 million infiltration inflow repairs. Jansen will research the gradual lifting of the moratorium and report back to the Council next week. OLD LIBRARY REDEVELOPMENT: Reel 84-C35, Side 1 Council discussed the GWG Investments, Inc. extension request for the sale and transfer of Lots 1 and 2 (Old Library parking lot) and the 300 percent of purchase price improvement expenditure requirement for Lots 3 and 4. John Cruise and Alan Wolfe, representing GWG Investments, Inc., stated that the 300% expenditure (;495,000) requirement could be met by con- structing an addition or by leasing to a permanent tenant that would require extensive building improvements. The City Manager stated that this did not represent staff views. Erdahl stated the contract is being Kunilaterally revised by the developer & permitting an addition to the building to fulfill contractual obligations is contrary to the spirit of the bidding process of the old library. Strait suggested accepting a $350,000 expenditure to fulfill the contract. Hauer explained the purpose of the investment requirement was to have a high quality development in the building; the amount needed to achieve that quality was at least full expenditure required by the contract. In response to Baker, Jansen ..._............. exp.la.i.ned........the. _.MDi'.1'.1t*._P!.P/11! lOC. Iluvelnnw.ewi .._�n_.pn.nr ...laLL 1C -w-LLS. ' --.-.- - n.eu n.- [v 111V114110 from the time the title was conveyed (February 1 -9 -83 -)""If it is determined there is a breach of contract, there could be litigation. The parking lot was an option that had to be exercised within 12 months. In response to Erdahl, Jansen said he will research an opinion as to whether there will be fulfillment of the contract terms if a building is added onto the library. Jansen stated a modification of the contract is needed to allow changing the 300 percent requirement. The majority of the Council agreed to extend the parking lot option and requested more information from the City Attorney regarding the 300 percent improvement requirement. CCN: Reel 84-C35, Side 1 Ruth Becker, CCN representative, said that they are starting the 1985-86 two year Community Development and Housing plan and have asked various groups for input. Ambrisco said that he has composed a memo in response to CCN's request for input. He added that he give strong support for low cost housing for families and the elderly who are Iowa City residents with a blend of single- and multi -family dwellings as well as duplexes. Some -f-blending of age groups isa good idea as is low cost, congregate housing near downtown or on bus routes. He said that low cost, single-family dwellings should be encouraged. Strait said that he agrees with Ambrisco. Strait noted that Iowa City needs to hold young people and unskilled workers in Iowa City and not chase them out with high housing costs. Berlin said that past councils have emphasized housing, the problems of Ralston Creek, and legislation promoting mortgage revenue financing. Berlin said that zero lot line applications are beginning to be filed. McDonald said that $275,000 of block grant funds had been earmarked for a joint human service facility, but that state COBG funds are not available. Erdahl suggested a small facility could be considered. Berlin said that Informal Council Discussion April 17, 1984 Page 3 staff will look at a smaller facility. Becker said that CCN would consider a smaller facility. Erdahl said that youth oriented groups should work well in a shared facility. Baker said that the area of South Johnson Street and South Van Buren Street needs some open space. Ambrisco said that the new apartments in that neighborhood are preferable to older, substandard housing. Erdahl noted that CCN should identify and prioritize small projects like Ralston Creek projects and other creek projects should be completed. He said that Project GREEN could be involved in some of the projects. Erdahl stated that he was no longer able to attend CCN meetings as the Council representative. Berlin noted that CCN meetings are on the calendar and Councilmembers are welcome to attend. TRANSIT: Reel 84-C35, Side 2 Berlin reviewed McGonagle's April 13, 1984, memo on extension of transit service. The Council discussed the relative costs of rebuilding buses versus buying new buses. Berlin said that net costs should be about the same. The Council agreed that staff should apply for Section 3 discre- tionary money available through UMTA Region 7 for financing new bus purchases. McGonagle noted that six or seven new buses will start being delivered in September 1984. Berlin said that the additional buses will only serve as reserves because operating funds aren't set aside for additional service. Berlin said that probably no system in the country carries so many riders with so few buses and employees. Erdahl noted that drivers are in a high strain occupation and do need periodic breaks. The Council discussed funding alternatives for increasing bus service. Berlin recommended not addinn service at this time. Erdahl said that additional service to Aber andSycamoreshould be provided. McDonald said that Vitosh will provide additional financing information. COUNCIL TIME: Reel 84-C36, Side 1 1. McDonald stated that the Southeast League of Municipalities will hold their meeting in Iowa City on Wednesday. Contact the City Manager if you plan to attend. 2. McDonald and Zuber will serve on the hotel coordination committee. David Perret could serve as an ex -officio member. 3. Council agreed to reschedule the May 1 informal Council meeting to April 30. 4. In response to Dickson, Berlin said the Council will receive a report on staff reclassification. 5. Berlin said the purchase of the old transit facility will be scheduled for an informal meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Informal Council Discussion April 23, 1984 Informal Council Discussion_ April 23, 1984, 6:30 p.m: in the Council Chambers o e Civic en er. Mayor John McDonald reporting. Councilmembers Present: Dickson, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber, Strait, Erdahl, McDonald. Staff Present: Berlin, Jansen, Helling, Karr, Boothroy, Knight, Franklin, Schmad— eke, Williams, Hauer: T�a e -recorded: Reel 84-C36,Side 1, 128 -End, Side 2, 1 -End; 84-C37, Side i a� 31de 2; 84-08, Side 1. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS: Reel 84-C36, Side 1 Rezone 3.52 acres east of First Avenue extended from IO -RS to RS -5. Franklin said that an agreement is in force now between the developer and the City allowing the developer to develop 20 acres at the developer's discretion. This 3.52 acre rezoning request goes beyond the original agreement. Staff will contact the developer about having the property rezoned but signing an agreement to delay development until the east side moratorium is lifted. A --.A ♦1... 7,.-i�,. nrdinarca to ermit s ?cI "zef-.a_rniiLite schools in the ..1....... ...- .... .. zone -un under cer a n con ons an o e -R a waiver o require- ments -in -the e u re - men s - n• a develolgent of hlstnrlc s ruc ures• n• e - •zone. F-ranklin said a ere are strong puuiiu opinions about s amendment: Staff will provide more information for Council consideration. Rezone property at 524•N. Johnson Street, P to RM - 12. Franklin said that this rezoning removes Preucil School from the public zone. Rezone 19:92 acres from CH to RMH. This should be the last such rezoning east of Scott Boulevard: Approve the final plat of BDI Fifth Addition. This rezoning is in accord with the City's trafficway plans. There is a technical problem with the legal description which should be rectified by tomorrow: A rove the relimin lr and final Large Scale Non -Residential Development Plan for Pharmaceut ca Deve opment Systems, Inc. Phase I. Knight said this is only phase one of an ongoing development plan. Annrnve the oreliminary plat for Briar Ridge Parts 1-3 in the final plat M, INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION APRIL 23, 1984 PAGE 2 There was no discussion.- Approve iscussion: Approve the final plat of Oakes' Third Addition: Franklin said that the final plat enlarges some of the lots. Rezone 30 North Clinton Street P to RM -145. This rezoning is to correct an erroneous zoning. Approve the final.POH plan of Hunter's Run Subdivision Parts 2 and 3.- The :The Council agreed to proceed with approval of the ordinance. Amend the off-street parking design standards of the Zoning Ordinance: No discussion. East and Northeast Side Moratorium Reel 84-C36, Side 2 Jansen reported that an ordinance would be needed to establish a method of allocating building permits: He noted there would be administrative problems to insure equity to developers and equal protection problems. The Council discussed the implications of continuing and lifting the morato- rium: Boothroy noted that the moratorium resolution included a provision for annual review and the next review is scheduled in December 1984: The Council agreed to lift the ban on construction in one year and will finalize plans by the December review. Berlin stated that staff will draft a resolution to lift the moratorium: Old Transit Facility. Reel 84-C37, Side 1 No one opposed the purchase of the old transit facility: Human Rights Ordinance amendments: Reel 84-C37, Side 1 The City Council discussed the recommendations received from the ad hoc committee and the new proposal distributed by Mayor McDonald: The Council defined elderly as "any person who has attained the age of 55 years," exempted currently existing owner -occupied rental units, and, in the future, would exempt only owner -occupied rental complexes with four units or less when converted from a single-family dwelling: The Council also agreed to exempt rental complexes where 75 percent of the residents are elderly or disabled. A revised ordinance will be prepared for Council review tomorrow evening. Outdoor Service Areas. Reel 84-C37, Side 2 The City Council reviewed the proposed criteria for sidewalk cafes and regulations for outdoor service areas with liquor licenses. Jansen will research the possibility of restricting hours of beer gardens that are located in or close to residential areas. With regards to sidewalk cafes, i INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION APRIL 23, 1984 PAGE 3 the Council decided that sidewalk cafes may not use any public amenities and to charge for the use of the public right-of-way the same as for the City Plaza area. Sale of Hawkeye CableVision. Reel 84-C38, Side 1 Mayor McDonald complimented Drew Shaffer on his memo concerning possible City acquisition of local cable system. The Council requested more information about HF4103 and its impact on municipalities. The matter will be scheduled for informal discussion. Appointments. Reel 84-C38, Side 1 The City Council agreed to appoint Cindy Alvarez to the Parks and Recrea- tion Commission. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 4/24/84 The cost of publishing the following proceedings & claims is E Cumulative cost for this ra.an_ar year .er said publication is $ . Iowa City Council reg, m g., 4/24/841 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Mayor McDonald proclaimed May, 1984, as Better Hearing and Speech Month; May 6-12, 1984, Nurses'Week; and April 27, 1984, as Arbor Day. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommenda- tions in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 4/10/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing Comm. - 3/13/84; Housing Appeals Bd. - 3/13/84; Sr. Center Comm. - 3/21/84; Airport Zoning Comm. -3/28/84, 4/6/84; Broadband Telecommu- nications Comm. -2/22/84; Planning & Zoning Comm. - 4/5/84. Permit Motions: Approving Class C Beer & Sunday Sales for Leo's Standard Service, 130 N. Dubuque Street: Approving Class C Beer & Sunday Sales for Harris Discount, 71 Commercial Drive. Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,185,312.22 for the period of 3/1 thru 3/31/84, as recom- mended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Correspondence: Della Grizel re proposed amendments to the Human Rights Ordinance, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Sibyl Christensen re proposed amendments to the Human Rights Ordinance, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Charles Mullen re partial vacation of Sturgis Corner Addition, Part II, referred to the planning staff for processing and referral to the Planning & Zoning Comm. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: James Kreckman for a Wauhawk District, B.S.A. "Hike Through History" on city sidewalks, 5/5/84, approved. Central American Solidarity Comm. to solicit signatures in Black- Official Actions April 24, 1984 Page 2 hawk Mini -Park on 4/18/81 C A/2D/04 approved. Iowa City Memorial Day Association to hold a Memorial Day Observance on the Iowa Avenue Bridge and in Oakland Cemetery on 5/28/84, approved. United Blind of Iowa - Hawkeye Chapter, to hold a Bike-a-thon on city streets on 5/6/84, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone 3.52 acres east of First Avenue extended from ID -RS to RS -5. The City Manager noted a letter from Bruce Glasgow stating there would be no immedi- ate development of the lots. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to accept and place on file the letter from Mr. Glasgow. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council - members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the zoning ordinance to i permit specialized private schools in the RM -12 zone under certain conditions and to permit the waiver of requirements in the development of historic structures in the RM -12 zone. The following people ap- peared; Illene Halbrook, 430 Brown; Colleen Keith, 430 N. Van Buren; Dorothy i Crum, 512 Manor Drive; Doris Preucil, 317 Windsor Avenue; Donald MacFarlane, 943 Iowa Avenue; Thomas Scott, 419 E. Fairchild; John Maxwell, 512 Church; Lorraine Frost, 701 Oaknoll Drive; Bob i Gaffey, 529 Church; Paul Paulsen, 525 N. Johnson; Bruce Haupert, 536 Mahaska Ct.; William Preucil, 317 Windsor Drive; and Barbara White, 11 Brickwood Knoll. Staffinember Bruce Knight present for discussion. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to accept the letter distributed at informal session from Illene Halbrook, Horace Mann PTO President. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone property at 524 N. Johnson Street from P to RM -12. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to approve the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission on the rezoning of 19.92 acres from CH to RMH, Official Actions April 24, 1984 Page 3 and forward this recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The City Manager reported that the developer's engineer has requested the next two items be deferred. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to defer in- definitely a resolution approving the final plat of BDI Fifth Addition, and a resolution to approve the preliminary and final Large Scale Non -Residential Develop- ment Plan for Pharmaceutical Development Systems, Inc., Phase I. The Mayor declared the motion to defer both resolu- tions carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 84-80, Bk. 829' p. 300, AP- PROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR BRIAR RIDGE PARTS I -III AND THE FINAL PLAT OF BRIAR RIDGE PART I. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-81, Bk. 82, pp. 301-302, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF OAKES' THIRD ADDITION. Staffinember Knight indicated that the plats and legal documents were in order and that staff recommended proceed- ing with approval. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring that ordinances must 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, that the first and second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3180, Bk. 23, pp. 113-114, REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 30 NORTH CLINTON STREET FROM P TO RM -145, 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 Zuber, seconded by Strait, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll Official Actions April 24, 1984 Page 4 call vote unanimous, 7/01' all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber that the ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING (PDH) PLAN OF HUNTER'S RUN SUBDIVISION, PARTS 2 and 3, be given first vote for passage. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to accept and place on file the letter from Atty. Dale Sanderson. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council - members present. Moved by Baker, seconded by Erdahl, that the ORDINANCE AMENDIFG OFF-STREET PARKING DESIGN STANDARDS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE, be given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait. Nays: Zuber, Ambrisco. A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD ON THE CITY OF IOWA CITY'S UMTA SECTION 3 GRANT AMENDMENT TO PURCHASE TWO ADDITIONAL TRANSIT COACHES. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-82, BK. 82, pp. 303-304, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT AMEND- MENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTA- TION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FOR A GRANT UNDER THE URBAN MASS TRANSPORTATION ACT OF 1964, AS AMENDED. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to appoint Cindy Alvarez, 3122 Maplewood Lane, to the Parks & Recreation Conn. for an unexpired term ending 1/1/85. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Councilmember Dickson reported on a phone call received from a citizen concerned about the mud problem on crosswalks near Center and Rundell Streets. Staff will investigate. Dickson inquired as to the status of the reclassi- fication request for the Broadband Specialist. The City Manager reported that a tentative agreement is being Official Actions — April 24, 1984 Page 5 reviewed by PERG re a number of positions that a final decision must wait for PERG approval. Councilmember Ambrisco notified members of an upcoming "Spring Into Safety" display to be, held on the Old Capitol Center on May 5th, and urged all Councilmembers to attend. Councilmember Erdahl commended the Mayor for his leader- ship in helping the new Council work together. Councilmember Baker complimented Councilmember Dickson as the City repre- sentative to a forum on the utility fran- chise, and urged the community to watch a broadcast of the forum scheduled on cable television. Baker also complimented Jim Clark on his recent apartment development design. Councilmember Zuber acknowledged National Secretaries Week and thanked sec- retaries for the fine job they do. The City Manager reminded Council of a reception hosted by SAAB coming up Thursday, at 5:30 p.m. at Bushnell's Turtle and encouraged attendance. Recommendation of the Housing Commis- sion noted as follows: (1) The Housing Commission approves the Shared Housing Program as presented and recommends it be forwarded to the City Council for action. (2) The Housing Commission recommends that City Council approve the Shared Housing Program and direct staff to proceed in implementing program, which may include contracting with new or existing agency. (3) The Housing Commission recommends that the City Manager secure professional services for project develop- ment and implementation of the Congregate Housing Program and that the Housing Commission Chairperson designate a member of the commission to serve as liaison on the project. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-83, Bk. 82, pp. 305-306, TO PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF THE IOWA CITY BROADBAND TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK AND CABLE TV FRANCHISE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-84, Bk. 82, pp. 307-317, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH STANLEY CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING Official Actions — r April 24, 1984 Page 6 SERVICES REQUIRED TO RESOLVE THE LEACHATE PROBLEM AT THE SANITARY LANDFILL. Affirma- tive roll call unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-85, Bk. 82, pp. 318-327, OR AUTHORIZING THE MAYTO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH RAY SLEZAK AND AAGE AND EVELYN JENSEN IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 1984 SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT -TANGLEWOOD STREET/VENTURA AVENUE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-86, Bk. 829 pp. 328-332, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR THE USE OF 1984 -COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR THE MYEP/IOWA YOUTH CORPS SUMMER CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Staffinember Monica Moen stated that a shelter will be located at Terrill Mill Park and play- ground equipment erected in Brookland Park and other unidentified sites. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-87, Bk. 82, p. 333, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA CITY ROTARY CLUB FOR LEASE BY THE CITY OF THE CAMP CARDINAL ROTARY SCOUT CAMP. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-88, Bk. 82, p. 334, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE JOHNSON COUNTY CITIZEN'S COMMITTEE FOR THE HANDICAPPED. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES (HUMAN RIGHTS), be given first vote for passage, as amended. Councilmember Erdahl requested Official Actions April 24, 1984 Page 7 an amendment be made to Section 18-32, Subsection (b), t6, an additional sentence be added stating "Owner for purposes of this exemption shall be defined as a person having at least a 50 percent interest in the property." There were no objections. Councilmembers Strait and Dickson amended their original motion to include the amendment. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, as amended. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 17 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, BY CREATING AN EXCEPTION TO THE MINIMUM BEDROOM SIZE IN TWO-BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES, be given first vote for passage. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adjourn; 9:30 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 te fi�e_o the City Clerk. s/JOHN M ONALD, MAYOR s/MARIAN K' KARR, CITY CLERK Submitted for publication 5/3/84 ;■ i ■ COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES APRIL 24, 1984 Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 4/24/84, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Staff members present: Berlin, Melling, Jansen, Moen, Knight, Schmadeke, Farmer, Karr. Council minutes tape recorded an Tape 84-C34, Side 2, 1 -End; 84-C39, Side 1, all and Side 2, 1-221. Mayor McDonald proclaimed May, 1984, as Better Hearing and Speech Month; May 6-12, 1984, Nurses'Week; and April 27, 1984, as Arbor Day. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 4/10/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing Comm. - 3/13/84; Housing Appeals Bd. - 3/13/84; Sr. Center Comm. - 3/21/84; Airport Zoning Conn. -3/28/84, 4/6/84; Broadband Telecommunications Comm. -2/22/84; Planning & Zoning Comm. - 4/5/84. Permit Motions: Approving Class C Beer & Sunday Sales for Leo P. Lenoch dba Leo's Standard Service, 130 N. Dubuque Street. Approving Class C Beer & Sunday Sales for Thomas E. Harris dba Harris Discount, 71 Commercial Drive. Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,185,312.22 for the period of 3/1 thru 3/31/84, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Correspondence: Bella Grizel re proposed amendments to the Human Rights Ordinance, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Sibyl Christensen re proposed amendments to the Human Rights Ordinance, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Charles Mullen re partial vacation of Sturgis Corner Addition, Part II, referred to the planning staff for processing and referral to the Planning & Zoning Comm. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: James Kreckman for a Wauhawk District, B.S.A. "Hike Through History" on city sidewalks, 5/5/84, aparoved. Central American Solidarity Comm, to solicit signatures in Blackhawk Mini -Park on 4/18/84 & 4/20/84, approved. Iowa City Memorial Day Association to hold a Memorial Day Observance on the Iowa Avenue Bridge and in Oakland Cemetery on 5/28/84, approved. United Blind of Iowa - Hawkeye Chapter, to hold a Bike-a-thon an city streets on 5/6/84, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Council Activities April 24, 1984 Page 2 A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone 3.52 acres east of First Avenue extended from ID -RS to RS -5. The City Manager noted a letter from Bruce Glasgow stating there would be no immediate develop- ment of the lots. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to accept and place on file the letter from Mr. Glasgow. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the zoning ordinance to permit specialized private schools in the RM -12 zone under certain conditions and to permit the waiver of requirements in the development of historic structures in the RM -12 zone. The following people appeared; Illene Halbrook, 430 Brown; Colleen Keith, 430 N. Van Buren; Dorothy Crum, 512 Manor Drive; Doris Preucil, 317 Windsor Avenue; Donald MacFarlane, 943 Iowa Avenue; Thomas Scott, 419 E. Fairchild; John Maxwell, 512 Church; Lorraine Frost, 701 Oaknoll Drive; Bob Gaffey, 529 Church; Paul Paulsen, 525 N. Johnson; Bruce Haupert, 536 Mahaska Ct.; William Preucil, 317 Windsor Drive; and Barbara White, 11 Brickwood Knoll. Staffinember Bruce Knight present for discussion. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to accept the letter distributed at informal session from Illene Halbrook, Horace Mann PTO President. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone property at 524 N. Johnson Street from P to RM -12. No one appeared. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to approve the recomnenda- tion of the Planning and Zoning Commission on the rezoning of 19.92 acres from CH to RMH, and forward this recommendation to the Board of Supervi- sors. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The City Manager reported that the developer's engineer has requested the next two items be deferred. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to defer indefinitely a resolution approving the final plat of BDI Fifth Addition, and a resolution to approve the preliminary and final Large Scale Non -Residential Development Plan for Pharmaceutical Develop- ment Systems, Inc., Phase I. The Mayor declared the motion to defer both resolutions carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 84-80, Bk. 82, p. 300, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR BRIAR RIDGE PARTS I -III AND THE FINAL PLAT OF BRIAR RIDGE PART I. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-81, Bk. 82, pp. 301-302, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF OAKES' THIRD ADDITION. Staffinember Knight indicated that the plats and legal documents were in order and that staff recommended proceeding with approval. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities April 24, 1984 Page 3 Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring that ordinances must be considefed and voted or, fur passage at i.v Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the first and second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3180, Bk. 23, pp. 113-114, REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 30 NORTH CLINTON STREET FROM P TO RM -145, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, 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 Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber that the ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING (PDH) PLAN OF HUNTER'S RUN SUBDIVI- SION, PARTS 2 and 3, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to accept and place on file the letter from Atty. Dale Sanderson. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Baker, seconded by Erdahl, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING OFF-STREET PARKING DESIGN STANDARDS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE, be given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait. Nays: Zuber, Ambrisco. A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD ON THE CITY OF IOWA CITY'S UMTA SECTION 3 GRANT AMENDMENT TO PURCHASE TWO ADDITIONAL TRANSIT COACHES. Council - member Ambrisco noted the Swedish newspaper article re Iowa City and Coralville being the first purchasers in the USA of the SAAB -Scania buses. No one appeared. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-82, BK. 82, pp. 303-304, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT AMENDMENT WITH THE DEPART- MENT OF TRANSPORTATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FOR A GRANT UNDER THE URBAN MASS TRANSPORTATION ACT OF 1964, AS AMENDED. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to appoint Cindy Alvarez, 3122 Maplewood Lane, to the Parks & Recreation Comm. for an unexpired term ending 1/1/85. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Councilmember Dickson reported on a phone call received from a citizen concerned about the mud problem on crosswalks near Center and Rundell Streets. Staff will investigate. Dickson inquired as to the status of the reclassification request for the Broadband Specialist. The City Manager reported that a tentative agreement is being reviewed by PERG re a number of positions that a final decision must wait for PERG ap- proval. Councilmember Ambrisco notified members of an upcoming "Spring Into Safety" display to be held on the Old Capitol Center on May 5th, and urged all Councilmembers to attend. Councilmember Erdahl commended the Mayor for his leadership in helping the new Council work together. Councilmember Baker complimented Councilmember representative to a forum on the utility franchise nity to watch a broadcast of the forum scheduled Baker also complimented Jim Clark on his recent design. Councilmember Zuber acknowledged National thanked secretaries for the fine job they do. Council Activities April 24, 1984 Page 4 Dickson as the City and urged the comm - on cable television. apartment development Secretaries Week and The City Manager reminded Council of a reception hosted by SAAB coming up Thursday, at 5:30 p.m. at Bushnell's Turtle and encouraged attendance. Recommendation of the Housing Commission noted as follows: (1) The Housing Commission approves the Shared Housing Program as presented and recommends it be forwarded to the City Council for action. (2) The Housing Commission recommends that City Council approve the Shared Housing Program and direct staff to proceed in implementing program, which may include contracting with new or existing agency. (3) The Housing Commis- sion recommends that the City Manager secure professional services for project development and implementation of the Congregate Housing Program and that the Housing Commission Chairperson designate a member of the commission to serve as liaison on the project. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-83, Bk. 82, pp. 305-306, TO PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF THE IOWA CITY BROADBAND TELECOM- MUNICATIONS NETWORK AND CABLE TV FRANCHISE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-84, Bk. 82, pp. 307-317, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH STANLEY CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING SERVICES REQUIRED TO RESOLVE THE LEACHATE PROBLEM AT THE SANITARY LAND- FILL. The City Manager noted the inclusion of detailed sheets from the Public Works Director which followed earlier Council discussion re how the solution will work. Affirmative roll call unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-85, Bk. 82, pp. 318-327, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH RAY SLEZAK AND AAGE AND EVELYN JENSEN IN CONJUNC- TION WITH THE 1984 SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT - TANGLEWOOD STREET/VENTURA AVENUE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-86, Bk. 82, pp. 328-332, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR THE USE OF 1984 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR THE MYEP/IOWA YOUTH CORPS SUMMER CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Staffinember Monica Moen stated that a shelter will be located at Terrill Mill Park and playground equipment erected in Brookland Park and other unidentified sites. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities April 24, 1984 Page 5 Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-87, Bk. 82, A333, AUTHORIZINGATTEST AN GREEMENT WITH THE IOWAECITY ROTARYMAYOR TOSTY CLUB FOR LEASE AND THEIGN IBY THEE RK CITYOOF THE CAMP CARDINAL ROTARY SCOUT CAMP. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-88, Bk. AGREEMENT ITH THE 4WIJOH SON COUNTY CITIZEN'S ZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE TCLERK COMMITTEEFORTHE HAND CAPPEDST • Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES (HUMAN RIGHTS), be given first vote for passage, as amended. Councilmember Erdahl requested an amendment be made to Section 18-32, Subsection (b), i6, an additional sentence be added stating "Owner for purposes of this exemption shall be defined as a person having at least a 50 percent interest in the prop- erty." There were no objections. Councilmembers Strait and Dickson amended their original motion to include the amendment. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, as amended. Moved CHAPTER 17 OF THE �Dickson, t ORDINANCE ECODEOF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY,IOWA,AMENDING BY CREATINGANEXCEPTION TO THE MINIMUM BEDROOM SIZE IN TWO-BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adjourn, 9:30 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmenbers present. JOHN MCDONALD, MAYOR ATTEST: L- 9 Informal Council Discussion April 30, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: April 30, 1984, 6:30 p.m. in the Conferencee Room at t Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Baker, Strait, Zuber, Dickson. Absent: Erdahl, Ambrisco. Staff Present: Berlin, Jansen, Karr, Hauer, Helling, Farmer, Schmadeke, Boothroy, WeEb. Tape-recorded: Reel 84-C38, Side 1, 107 -End, Side 2, i -End; Reel 84-C40, Side 1, 1 -End. OLD LIBRARY REDEVELOPMENT Reel 84-C38, Side 1 Attorney John Cruise present. The City Council discussed the GWG request for an 18 month extension on expending the minimum investment amount for renovating the old library and the parking lot option. The City Council tentatively agreed to extend the renovation period if GWG agreed to build a major building that would house condominiums, office and retail space on Lots 1 and 2 (the parking lot). Jansen said the contract terms need to be written and the original contract amended. Council will review the agreement in two weeks. EXTENSION OF SCOTT BOULEVARD Reel 84-C38, Side 2 Doug Boothroy reviewed the past and present plans for extending Scott Boulevard north from Court Street to Rochester Avenue. The Council discussed different alignment proposals for the extension and received input from concerned residents from that area. The Council will tour the Scott Boulevard area before deciding on the alignment. UTILITY FRANCHISE Reel 84-C38, Side 2 The length of the franchise, expanding the underground district, transmis- sion lines and the one percent franchise fee were discussed by the Council. Berlin stated that Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company is flexible in considering the length of the franchise but strongly opposed to the franchise -rental fee. Jansen said that by State Code, the fran- chise must be submitted to the electorate. If the electorate votes down the franchise then the utility is governed only by federal, state, and local laws. Robert Singerman, Chair of Resources Conservation Commission, appeared and requested Council consideration of additional recommenda- tions. Council will review the Commission's recommendations and decide on the franchise proposal by the end of May. CITY EMPLOYEES ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Reel 84-C40, Side 1 The Council agreed to consider City employee appointments to boards and commissions on a case-by-case basis. Potential for conflict of interest will have to be closely monitored. MINUTES INFORMAL COUNCIL L:.,CUSSION �• APRIL 30, 1984 PAGE 2 i COUNCIL TIME Reel 84-C40, Side 1 j 1. In response to Baker, Berlin said staff will present Council with information re the survey on Johnson Street parking. i 2. Baker requested that a proposal be drafted to require striping of hard surface parking lots before an inspection permit is renewed. 3. In response to Strait, Jansen replied that City staff continually monitors any issue that has antitrust implications. 4. Strait asked if Iowa City is eligible for urban rehabilitation grants. Berlin said that Iowa City has had ongoing involvement with the program and has received $71,500 this fiscal year. 5. In response to Strait, Berlin stated that staff will recommend hiring i Hansen Lind Meyer & R.C. Rich to do the parking work. 6. Berlin stated the Council will receive a copy of the AFSCME/Adminis- trative positions being moved/reclassified. 7. Helling stated that the HR4103 cable deregulation bill will be discussed May 15th. 8. In response to Strait, Berlin explained that McGonagle and Vitosh are € preparing a report on the financing of bus tripper service. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Informal Council Discussion May 7, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: May 7, 1984, 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the CiviF Center. Mayor Clemens Erdahl reporting. Councilmembers Present: Erdahl, Dickson, Strait, Zuber, Baker, Ambrisco. Absent: c oma Staff Present Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Boothroy, Farmer, Schmadeke, Seyde , un a 1, Brachtel, Davidson. Tape Recorded: Reel 84-C40, Side 2, 1 -End; 84-C41, Side 1, 1 -End, Side 2, 1-476. Council agreed to add consideration of a motion approving the transfer of the liquor license for Vanessa's restaurant from 118 East College to 109 East College to the consent calendar, Planning & Zoning Reel C-40, Side 2 6a. Rezoning of a ten acre tract of land located off Harlocke Street from RM -44 to RS -5. Council heard public input, Planning & Zoning Commission andstaff recommendations on rezoning the ten acre tract off Harlocke Street. 6b. Final plat of Block 3, replatting of Lot 1, Rocca Subdivision. No dis- cussion. 6c. Amend the off-street parking design standards and locational require- ments to exempt single family dwellings and duplexes. No discussion. 6d. Vacated a portion of Melrose Avenue right-of-way east of Byington Road. Strait will abstain from the vote because he is on the law faculty. 6e. Change the name of Sandusky Avenue to Sandusky Drive. No discussion. 6f. Set an expiration date for the east and northeast Iowa City development policy. Erdahl directed staff to acknowledge receipt of the memo. Majority of Council favored the "Council's Proposal" resolution. 6g & 6h. Rezone 3.52 acres of First Avenue extended from ID -RS to RS -5 and approve the preliminary plat of First Avenue and Rochester Addition, Part 2. The Council agreed to defer the plat (6h) for two weeks and to vote on the first consideration of the rezoning (6g) at Tuesday's formal meeting. 6i. Rezone property at 524 North Johnson Street, P to RM -12. No discussion. 6j. Amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit specialist private schools in the RM -12 zone under certain conditions and to permit the waiver of the zoning recommendations in the development of historic structures in the RM -12 zone. The Council agreed to discuss the issues at Tuesday's formal meeting. 2 r", 6k. Approve the final Planned Development Housing plan of Hunter's Run Sub- division',' Parts 2 and 3. No discussion. 61. Amend the off-street parking design standards of the Zoning Ordinance. No discussion. Proposal for Elderly Housing Reel C-40, Side 2 Atty. Joseph Holland presented detailed plans for a 27 unit elderly housing complex to be built at the southeast corner of Dubuque and Court Streets by developer James Clark. The plans designate six of the apartments for low and moderate income tenants. The Council tentatively agreed to expand the business district eligible for industrial revenue bonds to enable Clark to apply for bonds for this project. Holland requested that the Council schedule expansion of the IRB area and consideration of a memorandum of agreement for the May 22 Council meeting. Melrose Court Improvements Reel C-41, Side 1 Council reviewed the plans for a new sidewalk, curbs and street surfacing on Melrose Court and discussed various options and costs for placement of the power lines. Council directed staff to go ahead with the project as planned, not moving power lines, 5 ft. sidewalk where possible, replace bad curb and install new curb where it did not exist. City Engineer Frank Farmer said construction will begin next spring. Mayoral Portraits Reel C-41, Side 1 Council directed City Clerk Marian Karr to complete the mayoral portrait project. Portraits of all past Iowa City mayors will be hung in the Council Chambers. Traffic Signals - Flashing Mode Reel C-41, Side 1 Council decided not to consider setting traffic signals on a flashing mode. Parking Study John Lundell recommended hiring Hansen Lind Meyer for the parking study. The Council discussed downtown parking needs, building additional levels on the Dubuque Street ramp and correcting the entrance and exiting problems at the ramps. Council Agenda and Council Time Reel C-41, Side 2 1. In response to Ambrisco, Berlin will contact the hotel developers to correct the lighting and handrail problems in the hotel walkway. 2. Dickson requested a letter of congratulations be sent to Ed Zastrow regarding his recent appointment as regional vice president of the American Library Trustee Association. Dickson also noted that CCN has received a national award for a video presentation on the Community Development Block Grant program. 3 3. Berlin noted that agenda item 15 covers the approval of plans for the entire Iowa Avenue automobile bridge and footbridge project. Berlin added that a "Bailey bridge" would cost $190,000 for temporary use. Approval of the plans does not approve construction of the footbridge. 4. Helling said a letter to private clubs re Sunday liquor sales is being reviewed by staff in light of new legislation. 5. Zuber said that he has received public complaints about the mess from construction near First Avenue and Rochester. Staff will investigate. 6. Strait said that he has received public complaints about dirt and water problems on North Dubuque Street near Ridge Road hill. Appointments to Boards and Commissions The Council recommended appointment of Phil Nychay to the Resources Conserva- tion Commission. The Council agreed to appoint Denise Tiffany and Renato DeLeon to the Mayor's Youth Employment Board. A third person will also be appointed at Tuesday's formal meeting. The Council agreed to appoint Ed Brinton to the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee as the Chamber of Commerce representative. The City manager will contact the Home Builders Association re a representative (developmental interests). Council requested the City Clerk cont ct Steven Wandro and Mark Fransdal re length of term (environmental interests. . Larry Baker and George. Strait Will serve as Council representatives. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.