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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-05-22 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion April 30, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: April 30, 1984, 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the 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, Boot roy, Webb. Tape-recorded: Reel 84-C38, Side 1, 107 -End, Side 2, 1 -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 writtenand 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. i ■ MINUTES INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION APRIL 30, 1984 PAGE 2 ' I COUNCIL TIME Reel 84-C40, Side i } i t 1. In response to Baker, Berlin said staff will present Council with ! information re the survey on Johnson Street parking, i i 2. Baker requested that a proposal be drafted to require striping of hard j surface parking lots before an inspection permit is renewed. 3. In response to Strait, Jansen replied that City staff continually j 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, 3erlin stated that staff will recommend hiring 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 I k discussed May 15th. B. In response to Strait, Berlin explained that McGonagle and Vitosh are preparing a report on the financing of bus tripper service. j 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 Civic Center. Mayor Clemens Erdahl reporting. Councilmembers Present: Erdahl, Dickson, Strait, Zuber, Baker, Ambrisco. Absent: McDona . Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Boothroy, Farmer, Schmadeke, Sey e , Lund- 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 and staff 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. 61. 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 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. i, Traffic Signals - Flashing Mode Reel C-41, Side i 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. I I�i 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 $19'0,000 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. I OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL -5/8/84 The cost of publishing the following proceedings & claims is $ —_ . Cumulative cost for this.calendar year for said publication is $ Iowa City Counci , reg. mtg., 5/8/84, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Moved by Abrisco, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 84-89, Bk. 82, p. 335, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR RALPH TAYLOR, in recognition of 25 years of City service; and to adopt RES. 84-90, Bk. 82, p. 336, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR PAUL BOGS, in recognition of 27 years of City service. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tions adopted. The Mayor presented Annual Outstand- ing Mayor's Youth Employment Program Enrollee and Worksite Supervisor Awards to: Outstanding Enrollees - Janet Caslavka,. North Liberty and Jill Goodspeed, Iowa City. Honorable Mention With Distinction - Denise Bennett, Iowa City and Rod Keyes, Iowa City. Honorable Mention - Chris Randall, Coralville. Outstanding Worksite Supervisors - Sgt. William Cook, City of Iowa City Police Department; Sylvia Steinbach, City of Iowa City Human Relations/Personnel; and Greg Bromwell, Mayor's Youth Employment Program/Independent Living, Inc. Out- standing School Referral - Renato DeLeon, Counselor, Community Education Center, Iowa City Community School District. The Mayor recognized the work of Director Peg McElroy. Mayor McDonald proclaimed May 6-12, 1984, as Senior Center Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Iowa City hospital Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Youth Employment Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Respect for Law Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Goodwill Industries Week; May 13-19, 1984, as Historic Preservation Week. The Mayor announced the addition of three items to the Consent Calendar: transfer of a liquor license for Vanessa's, letter from John and Connie Nelson re Preucil School, and a petition re Preucil School. Moved by Erdahl, I Oft.,J�al Actions May 8, 1984 Page 2 seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council actions of the reg, mtg., 4/24/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commis- sions: Airport Comm. - 4/12/84 & 4/19/84; Airport Zoning Comm. 4/18/84; Broadband Telecomm. Comm. -3/27/84; Bd. of Library Trustees - 4/26/84; Human Rights Comm. -2/27/84 & 3/26/84;, Housing Comm. - 4/4/84; Committee on Community Needs - 4/17/84. Permit Motions: Approving Class C Beer & Sunday Sales for Wareco, 828 S. Dubuque Street. Approving Special Class C Beer/Wine & Sunday Sales for Jade Garden, 119 Iowa Avenue. Approving Class C Liquor for Mumn's Saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton Street. Approving Class C Liquor License for Speak Easy, 630 Iowa Avenue. Approving application for transfer of liquor license for Vanessa's, 118 E. College St. to 109 E. College St. Setting public hearings: RES. 84-91, Bk. 82, p. 337, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/22/84 at 7:30 P.M., AMENDING THE FY84 OPERATING BUDGET. RES. 84-92, Bk. 82, p. 338, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/22/84 at 7:30 P.M., APPROVING THE FY84 CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET. RES. 84-93, Bk. 82, p. 339, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/22/84 at 7:30 P.M. ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FY85 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT. Motions: Authorizing the city Engineer to sign an application for utilities right-of-way to Northwest- ern Bell Telephone Company for Highway 1 (North Dodge Street) at ACT Circle. Resolutions: RES. 84-94, Bk. 82, pp. 340-342, AUTHORIZING EXECU- TION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH NORTHWEST- ERN BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY, IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Ofr..ial Actions May 8, 1984 Page 3 RES. 84-95, Bk. 82, pp. 343-347, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY REGARDING THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, OPERATION, ETC. OF A CONDUIT LOCATED UPON RAILROAD PROPERTY, IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Correspondence: HUD Omaha office commending Iowa City for its strong leadership and exemplary performance in furthering Fair Housing. Grant Wood Parent -Teachers Organization expressing appreciation for crossing guard at corner of California and Sycamore streets. Chairperson of Committee on Community Needs regarding revisions of the IRB Policy. John Hayek regarding urban renewal legal services, City Mgr. will reply after Council discussion. Joseph Holland representing Jackson Square Associates requesting commer- cial revenue. bond financing for property at the intersection of Court and Dubuque, City Mgr. will reply after Council discussion. Iowa City Community School District regarding the use of Mann Elementary School parking lot by the Preucil School of Music. Women's Resource and Action Center expressing appreciation for passing the revisions to the Human Rights Ordinance. Thomas W. Binning of Hawkeye Cablevision Corporation regarding the proposed transfer of the franchise to Heritage Cable- vision. Connie and John Nelson supporting zoning request for Preucil School. Petition from 25 residents supporting work and activities of Preucil School. Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds:. Leo H. Frueh to picket in front of the Emma Goldman Clinic on 4/20/84, approved. Timothy Ganske to picket in front of the Emma Goldman Clinic on 5/5/84, approved. 4C's to have a Parent -Child Walk-a-Thon on 5/5/84, approved. Kathy Mitchell to conduct a Mother's Day March for Disarmament on 5/12/84, approved. Jane Dinsmore to sell poppies to benefit veterans Of"ial Actions Ma, _,, 1984 Page 4 on 5/18/84 & 5/19/84,approved, Karen Kubby for the use of Blackhawk Minipark for a May Day Celebration on 5/1/84, approved, Delta Chi to close Voss Street for a social gathering on 4/27/84, denied. Kathy Mitchell for the use of Blackhawk Minipark on 4/14/84 8 4/24/84, approved. Councilmember Baker requested item 5g(4) re legal fees for John Hayek be scheduled for informal discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. The recommendation of the Planning & Zoning Comm, regarding denial of the proposed rezoning of a ten acre tract of land located off Harlocke Street from RM -44 to RS -5, noted. Jim Johnson, 912 Weeber and David Dierks, 905 Weeber, appeared for discussion. Consensus of Council was to give staff and Planning & Zoning a chance to review street configu- ration and potential Zoning in the area. The City Atty, noted a concern re vested rights and will report to Council next week. The Planning & Zoning Comm, recom- mended not to forward a recommendation to the City of Coralville regarding the final plat of Block 3, replatting of Lot 1, Rocca Subdivision, located approximately 2.2 miles north of Iowa City on Dubuque Street, noted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing on 6/5/84, on an ordinance to amend the off-street parking design standards and locational require- ments to exempt single-family dwellings (including zero lot line and townhouse units) and duplexes. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to set a public hearing on 6/5/84, on an ordinance to vacate a portion of Melrose Avenue right-of-way east of Byington Road. Councilmember Strait indicated he would be abstaining as he is a member of the Law School faculty. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait abstaining, Official Actions May 8, 1984 Page 5 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing on 6/5/84 on an ordinance to change the name of Sandusky Avenue, in Pepperwood Addition, Parts 4-7, to Sandusky Drive. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-96, Bk. 82, p. 348, SETTING AN EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE EAST AND NORTHEAST IOWA CITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY, Council's proposal. The Mayor indicated that the resolution set a termination date of May 1, 1985, for the moratorium with a review scheduled in December, 1984. A majority of Council - members expressed an interest in pursuing minimum open space requirements, alterna- tives to mandated dedication of land. Staff will report back to Council. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, that the ordinance to rezone 3.52 acres of First Avenue extended from ID -RS to RS -5, be given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: Baker. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to defer until 5/22/84, consideration of a resolution approving the preliminary plat of First and Rochester Addition, Part 2. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council - members present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, 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. 84-3181, Bk. 23, pp. 115-116, TO REZONE PROPERTY AT 524 NORTH JOHNSON STREET FROM P TO RM -12, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Off 'ial Actions Mai , 1984 Page 6 Affirmative roil call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, that the 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 zoning requirements in the development of historic structures in the RM -12 zone, be given first vote for passage. The following people appeared for discussion: Staffinember Doug Boothroy; Atty. Ralph Neuzil, 617 S. Dubuque, representing Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gaffey; Doug Paul, 1608 -10th Street, Coralville; Illene Halbrook, 430 Brown Street; and Kenichi Ueda, 527 Ronalds Street. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/O, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance to approve the final Planned Development Housing (ODPH) plan of Hunter's Run Subdivision, Parts 2 and 3, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to adopt ORD. 84-3182, Bk. 23, pp. 117-118, AMENDING THE OFF-STREET PARKING DESIGN STANDARDS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Baker. Nays: Zuber, Ambrisco. Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to appoint Denise Ann Tiffany, 720 E. Market Street, to the Mayor's Youth Employment Board for a three-year term ending 5/5/87; to appoint Renato R. DeLeon, 1237 Burns Ave. and Michael Kennedy, 20 Ealing Dr. to the Mayor's Youth Employment Board for a three-year term ending 3/27/87; to appoint Phil Nychay, 802, S. Summit Street, to the Resources Conservation Comm. for an unexpired term ending 1/1/85; appointments of ten positions on the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Conn. for terms ending 6/1/85, are the following: City Council -Larry Baker and George Strait; P&Z Comm. -Horst Jordan Official Actions May 8, 1984 Page 7 and Jane Jakobsen; Riverfront Comm. -Linda McGuire; Historic Preservation Comm. -Steven VanderWoude; Design Review Comm. -Kay Amert; Citizen representative of environmental interests -Leo A. Lorenzen II, 624 S. Clinton N8; Citizen representa- tive of developmental interests -Larry Koch, 1117 Village Farm Ct.; and a non-voting member representing the Chamber of Commerce Environmental Comm. -Edward Brinton. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council - members present. Councilmember Baker reminded the public of the annual Project Green plant sale to be heldMay 12-13, from 9 to 1 at the fairgrounds. Baker noted a number of calls re a junk pile on Kirkwood near Noel's Tree Service. Staff will investi- gate. Baker questioned why the benches on the north side of Old Capitol Center had not been relocated from the sidewalk. Staff will report. Ambrisco stated that this was Small Businesses Week and paid tribute to small businesses everywhere. Councilmember Ambrisco noted the recent death of James Stronks, former Council - member, Iowa City School Bd. member, and civic leader and stated appreciation for his many years of service. Dickson acknowledged Library Bd. member Ed Zastrow's recent honor as regional vice-president of the American Library Trustee Association, and requested. a letter of congratulations be sent. Dickson noted the accomplishment of the Committee on Community Needs in receiving a national award for their video presenta- tion on Community Development Block Grant program. Councilmember Strait acknowl- edged the 100th birthday of former President Harry Truman. Mayor McDonald informed Council that the Design Review Committee will be reviewing the concept of extensions of businesses onto the City Plaza at their meeting tomorrow evening (May 9th), and possibly be making a recommendation to Council. The Mayor questioned when the City Attorney opinion re hours of operation re beer gardens would be ready. The City Atty. stated the opinion would be in Friday's information packet and informed Council that the hours of operation are governed by the State. Official Actions May 8, 1984 Page 8 Council requested the matter be scheduled for informal discussion in the near future. City Atty. Jansen reported to Council that the City is presently in District Court re Home Town Dairies and an update will be scheduled later. Recommendations of the Committee on Community Needs noted as follows: (1) CCN recommends approval of the Shared Housing Program with the stipulation that an outside agency be contracted to implement the program. The City Council should also consider providing financial support for the program for up to three years. This recommendation should be considered when the Shared Housing Program is discussed by Council later this month. (2) CCN requests that the City's IRB policy regarding housing be revised to require that 20% of one -bedroom, 20% of two-bedroom and 20% of three-bedroom or larger apartments be made available for low- to moderate -income persons. The letter from CCN explaining this recommendation, which is on the Consent Calendar, should be considered when Council reviews the revised IRB policies later this month. (3) CCN recommends that an additional $440 be allocated to the Willow Creek Neighborhood Center van. A Resolution to this effect will be considered as a separate item on this agenda. Recommendation of the Housing Commission noted as follows: The Housing Commission recommends support of the Shared Housing Program to the extent of the multi-year financing. This program will be submitted to the Council in the near future. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adapt RES. 84-97, Bk. 82, pp. 349-351, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE WILLOW CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, INC., FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF A HANDICAPPED PASSENGER VAN. Affirmative roll call vote unani- mous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-98, Bk. 82, p. 352, AUTH0RIZI14G THE MAYOR TO SIGN, AND THE Oft.cial Actions May 8, 1984 Page 9 CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, THE FY85 APPLICATION FOR STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-99, Bk. 82, pp. 353-355, DEFERRING THE AWARD OF BIDS FOR THE HIGHWAY 1/INTERSTATE 80 SEWAGE PUMPING FACILITIES PROJECT and rescheduling it for the 22nd day of May, 1984, AT 7:30 P.M. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-100, Bk. 82, p. 356, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Zuber and Baker stated that the footbridge was being bid as an alternate to be considered sepa- rately when contract is awarded. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-101, Bk. 82, pp. 357-359, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE BOARD OF REGENTS (ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA), Iowa Avenue Bridge Reconstruction Project. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-102, Bk. 82, pp. 360-372, REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,000,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (PHARMACEUTICAL DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS, INC. PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, DIRECTING THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL TO ISSUE SAID BONDS AND .AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-103, Bk. 82, p. 373, RECLASSIFYING FULL-TIME POSITIONS IN THE Official Actions May 8, 1984 Page 10 CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE AND TREASURY DIVISION to Administrative Assistant and Customer Service Representative respect- fully. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-104, Bk. 82, pp. 374-386, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HANSEN LIND MEYER, P.C., FOR PART I OF THE IOWA CITY PARKING STUDY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, 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 second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3183, Bk. 23, pp. 119-120, 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 voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unani- mous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Ambrisco, 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 Dickson, 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 consideration and vote be waived and that an ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES (HUMAN RIGHTS), be given second vote for passage. City Atty. Jansen explained the need to repeal the existing ordinance and not give second reading to the ordinance acted upon at the 4/24 Council meeting. He pointed out the ordinance as distributed in Friday's packet was in proper form and included a repealer section. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Ofi ...ial Actions May 8, 1984 Page 11 Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion to give second reading to the ordinance as presented carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adjourn 10:00 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 t e o fir�e,of the e City Clerk. /r��C.Z,•.-2iL s/JOHNONALD, MAYOR s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY ERK Submitted for publication 5/18/84 COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES MAY 8, 1984 Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 5/8/84, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Hansen, Boothroy, Gannon, Davidson, Farmer, Karr, Kriz. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 84-C39, Side 2, 221 -End; 84-C42, Sides 1 and 2, 1 -End; 84-C43, Side 1, 1-210. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 84-89, Bk. 82, p. 335, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR RALPH TAYLOR, in recognition of 25 years of City service; and to adopt RES. 84-90, Bk. 82, p. 336, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR PAUL BOGS, in recognition of 27 years of City service. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. The Mayor presented Annual Outstanding Mayor's Youth Employment Program Enrollee and Worksite Supervisor Awards to: Outstanding Enrollees - Janet Caslavka, North Liberty and Jill Goodspeed, Iowa City. Honorable Mention With Distinction - Denise Bennett, Iowa City and Rod Keyes, Iowa City. Honorable Mention - Chris Randall, Coralville. Outstanding Worksite Supervisors - Sgt. William Cook, City of Iowa City Police Department; Sylvia Steinbach, City of Iowa City Human Relations/Personnel; and Greg Bramwell, Mayor's Youth Employment Program/ Independent Living, Inc. Outstanding School Referral - Renato DeLeon, Counselor, Community Education Center, Iowa City Community School District. The Mayor recog- nized the work of Director Peg McElroy. Mayor McDonald proclaimed May 6-12, 1984, as Senior Center Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Iowa City Hospital Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Youth Employ- ment ?eek; May 6-12, 1984, as Respect for Law Week; May 6-12, 1984, as Goodwill Industries Week; May 13-19, 1984, as Historic Preservation Week. The Mayor announced the addition of three items to the Consent Calendar: transfer of a liquor license for Vanessa's, letter from John and Connie Nelson re Preucil School, and a petition re Preucil School. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council actions of the reg. mtg., 4/24/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. - 4/12/84 & 4/19/84; Airport Zoning Comm. - 4/18/84; Broadband Telecomm. Comm. -3/27/84; Bd. of Library Trustees - 4/26/84; Human Rights Comm. -2/27/84 & 3/26/84; Housing Comm. - 4/4/84; Committee on Community Heeds - 4/17/84. Permit Motions: Approving Class C Beer & Sunday Sales for Ware & McDonald Oil Co. dba Wareco, 828 S. Dubuque Street. Approving Special Class C Beer/Wine & Sunday Sales for Chopsticks, Inc. and Mei Lee Szeto dba Jade Garden, 119 Iowa Avenue. Approving Class C Liquor Council Activities May 8, 1984 Page 2 for J.S. Mumney, Inc. dba Mumn's Saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton Street. Approving Class C Liquor License for Neil 0. Wicks dba Speak Easy, 630 Iowa Avenue. Approving application for transfer of liquor license for Vanessa's, 118 E. College St. to 109 E. College St. Setting public hearings: RES. 84-91, Bk. 82, p. 337, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/22/84 at 7:30 P.M., AMENDING THE FY84 OPERATING BUDGET. RES. 84-92, Bk. 82, p. 338, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/22/84 at 7:30 P.M., APPROVING THE FY84 CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET. RES. 84-93, Bk. 82, p. 339, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/22/84 at 7:30 P.M. ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FY85 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT. Motions: Authorizing the city Engineer to sign an application for utilities right-of-way to Northwestern Bell Telephone Company for Highway 1 (North Dodge Street) at ACT Circle. Resolutions: RES. 84-94, Bk. 82, pp. 340-342, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH NORTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY, IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. RES. 84-95, Bk. 82, pp. 343-347, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY REGARDING THE INSTALLATION, MAINTE- NANCE, OPERATION, ETC. OF A CONDUIT LOCATED UPON RAILROAD PROPERTY, IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Correspondence: HUD Omaha office commending Iowa City for its strong leadership and exemplary performance in furthering Fair Housing. Grant Wood Parent -Teachers Organization expressing appre- ciation for crossing guard at corner of California and Sycamore streets. Chairperson of Committee on Community Needs regarding revisions of the IRB Policy. John Hayek regarding urban renewal legal services, City Mgr. will reply after Council discussion. Joseph Holland representing Jackson Square Associates requesting commercial revenue bond financing for property at the intersection of Court and Dubuque, City Mgr. will reply after Council discussion. Iowa City Community School District regarding the use of Mann Elementary School parking lot by the Preucil School of Music. Women's Resource and Action Center expressing appreciation for passing the revisions to the Human Rights Ordinance. Thomas W. Binning of Hawkeye CableVision Corporation regarding the proposed transfer of the franchise to Heritage Cablevision. Connie and John Nelson supporting zoning request for Preucil School. Petition from 25 residents supporting work and activities of Preucil School. Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Leo H. Frueh to picket in front of the Emma Goldman Clinic on 4/20/84, approved. Timothy Ganske to picket in front of the Emma Goldman Clinic on 5/5/84, approved. 4C's to have a Parent -Child Walk-a-Thon on 5/5/84, approved. Kathy Mitchell to conduct a Mother's Day March for Disarmament on 5/12/84, approved. Jane Dinsmore to sell poppies to benefit veterans do 5/18/84 & 5/19/84, approved. Karen Kubby for the use of Blackhawk Minipark for a May Day Celebration on 5/1/84, Council Activities May 8, 1984 Page 3 approved. Delta Chi to close Moss 4/27/84, denied. Kathy Mitchell for 4/14/84 & 4/24/84, approved. r-, Street for a social gathering on the use of Blackhawk Minipark on Councilmember Baker requested item 5g(4) re legal fees for John Hayek be scheduled for informal discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public -hearings as set. The recommendation of the Planning & Zoning Comm. regarding denial of the proposed rezoning of a ten acre tract of land located off Harlocke Street from RM -44 to RS -5, noted. Jim Johnson, 912 Weeber and David Dierks, 905 Weeber, appeared for discussion. Consensus of Council was to give staff and Planning & Zoning a chance to review street configuration and potential zoning in the area. The City Atty. noted a concern re vested rights and will report to Council next week. The Planning & Zoning Comm. recommended not to forward a recommenda- tion to the City of Coralville regarding the final plat of Block 3, replatting of Lot 1, Rocca Subdivision, located approximately 2.2 miles north of Iowa City on Dubuque Street, noted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing on 6/5/84, on an ordinance to amend the off-street parking design standards and locational requirements to exempt, single-family dwellings (including zero lot line and townhouse units) and duplexes. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to set a public hearing on 6/5/84, on an ordinance to vacate a portion of Melrose Avenue right-of-way east of Byington Road. Councilmember Strait indicated he would be abstaining as he is a member of the Law School faculty. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait abstaining. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing on 6/5/84 on an ordinance to change the name of Sandusky Avenue, in Pepperwood Addition, Parts 4-7, to Sandusky Drive. Councilmember Baker requested a copy of the City's Street Naming Plan. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-96, Bk. 82, p. 348, SETTING AN EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE EAST AND NORTHEAST IOWA CITY DEVELOPMENT POLICY, Council's proposal. The Mayor indicated that the resolution set a termination date of May 1, 1985, for the moratorium with a review scheduled in December, 1984. This resolution differed from the developer's proposal which requested termination of the moratorium November 1, 1984. A majority df Councilmembers expressed an interest in pursuing minimum open space requirements, alternatives to mandated dedication of land. Staff will report back to Council. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities May 8, 1984 Page 4 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, that the ordinance to rezone 3.52 acres of First Avenue extended from ID -RS to RS -5, be given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: Baker. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to defer until 5/22/84, consideration of a resolution approving the preliminary plat of First and Rochester Addition, Part 2. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, 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. 84-3181, Bk. 23,pp. 115-116, TO REZONE PROPERTY AT 524 NORTH JOHNSON STREET FROM P TO RM -12, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by 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 Dickson, seconded by Strait, that the 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 zoning requirements in the development of historic structures in the RM -12 zone, be given first vote for passage. The following people appeared for discussion: Staffinember Doug Boothroy; Atty. Ralph Neuzil, 617 S. Dubuque, represent- ing Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gaffey; Doug Paul, 1608 -10th Street, Coralville; Illene Halbrook, 430 Brown Street; and Kenichi Ueda, 527 Ronalds Street. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance to approve the final Planned Development Housing (ODPH) plan of Hunter's Run Subdivi- sion, Parts 2 and 3, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote -unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to adopt ORD. 84-3182, Bk. 23, pp. 117-118, AMENDING THE OFF-STREET PARKING DESIGN STANDARDS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Baker. Nays: Zuber, Ambrisco. Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to appoint Denise Ann Tiffany, 720 E. Market Street, to the Mayor's Youth Employment Board for a three-year term ending 5/5/87; to appoint Renato R. DeLeon, 1237 Burns Ave. and Michael Kennedy, 20 Ealing Dr. to the Mayor's Youth Employment Board for a three-year term ending 3/27/87; to appoint Phil Nychay, 802 S. Summit Street, to the Resources Conservation Comm. for an unexpired term ending 1/1/85; appointments of ten positions on the Urban Environment Ad Council Activities May 8, 1984 Page 5 Hoc Comm. for terms ending 6/1/85, are the following: City Council -Larry Baker and George Strait; P&Z Comm. -Horst Jordan and Jane Jakobsen; Riverfront Comm. -Linda McGuire; Historic Preservation Comm. -Steven Vanderwoude; Design Review Comm. -Kay Amert; Citizen representative of environmental interests -Leo A. Lorenzen II, 624 S. Clinton A8; Citizen representative of developmental interests -Larry Koch, 1117 Village Farm Ct.; and a non-voting member representing the Chamber of Commerce Environ- mental Comm. -Edward Brinton. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Councilmember Baker reminded the public of the annual Project Green plant sale to be held May 12-13, from 9 to 1 at the fairgrounds. Baker noted a number of calls re a junk pile on Kirkwood near Noel's Tree Service. Staff will investigate. Baker questioned why the benches on the north side of 01d Capitol Center had not been relocated from the sidewalk. Staff will report. Ambrisco stated that this was Small Businesses Week and paid tribute to small businesses everywhere. Councilmember Ambrisco noted the recent death of James Stronks, former Councilmember, Iowa City School Bd. member, and civic leader and stated appreciation for his many years of service. Dickson acknowledged Library Bd. member Ed Zastrow's recent honor as regional vice-president of the American Library Trustee Association, and requested a letter of congratulations be sent. Dickson noted the accomplishment of the Committee on Community Needs in receiving a national award for their video presentation on Community Development Block Grant program. Councilmember Strait acknowledged the 100th birthday of former President Harry Truman. Mayor McDonald informed Council that the Design Review Committee will be reviewing the concept of extensions of businesses onto the City Plaza at their meeting tomorrow evening (May 9th), and possibly be making a recommendation to Council. The Mayor questioned when the City Attorney opinion re hours of operation re beer gardens would be ready. The City Atty. stated the opinion would be in Friday's information packet and informed Council that the hours of operation are governed by the State. Council requested the matter be scheduled for informal discussion in the near future. City Atty. Jansen reported to Council that the City is presently in District Court re Home Town Dairies and an update will be scheduled later. Recommendations of the Committee on Community Needs noted as follows: (1) CCN recommends approval of the Shared Housing Program with the stipulation that an outside agency be contracted to implement the program. The City Council should also consider providing financial support for the program for up to three years. This recommendation should be considered when the Shared Housing Program is discussed by Council later this month. (2) CCN requests that the City's IRB policy regarding housing be revised to require that 20% of one -bedroom, 20% of two-bedroom and 20% of three-bedroom or larger apartments be made available for low- to moder- ate -income persons.• The letter from CCN explaining. this recommendation, which is on the Consent Calendar, should be considered when Council reviews the revised IRB policies later this month. (3) CCN recommends that an additional $440 be allocated to the Willow Creek Neighborhood Center van. A Resolution to this effect will be considered as a separate item on this agenda. Council Activities May 8, 1984 Page 6 Recommendation of the Housing Commission noted as follows: The Housing Commission recommends support of the Shared Housing Program to the extent of the multi-year financing. This program will be submitted to the Council in the near future. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-97, Bk. 82, pp. 349-351, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE WILLOW CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, INC., FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF A HANDICAPPED PASSENGER VAN. 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. 84-98, Bk. 82, p. 352, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN, AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, THE FY85 APPLICATION FOR STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-99, Bk. 82, pp. 353-355, DEFERRING THE AWARD OF BIDS FOR THE HIGHWAY 1/INTERSTATE 80 SEWAGE PUMPING FACILITIES PROJECT and rescheduling it for the 22nd ,day of May, 1984, AT 7:30 P.M. City Engr. Frank Farmer explained additional time was required to consider the two alignments and acquire easements and permits. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-100, Bk. 82, p. 356, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Zuber and Baker stated that the footbridge was being bid as an alternate to be considered separately when contract is awarded. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-101, Bk. 82, pp. 357-359, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE BOARD OF REGENTS (ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA), Iowa Avenue Bridge Reconstruction Project. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-102, Bk. 82, pp. 360-372, REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,000,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (PHARMACEUTICAL DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS, INC. PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, DIRECTING THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL TO ISSUE SAID BONDS AND AUTHORIZ- ING EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities May 8, 1984 Page 7 Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-103, Bk. 82, p. 373, RECLASSIFYING FULL-TIME POSITIONS IN THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE AND TREASURY DIVISION to Administrative Assistant and Customer Service Representative respectfully. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-104, Bk. 82, pp. 374-386, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HANSEN LIND MEYER, P.C., FOR PART I OF THE IOWA CITY PARKING STUDY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, 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 second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3183, Bk. 23, pp. 119-120, AMENDING CHAPTER 17 OF THE CODE OF ORDI- NANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, BY CREATING AN EXCEPTION TO THE MINIMUM BEDROOM SIZE IN TWO-BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Ambrisco, 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 tfie ordinance adopted. Moved by Dickson, 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 consideration and vote be waived and that an ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES (HUMAN RIGHTS), be given second vote for passage.. City Atty. Jansen explained the need to repeal the existing ordinance and not give second reading to the ordinance acted upon at the 4/24 Council meeting. He pointed out the ordinance as distributed in Friday's packet was in proper form and included a repealer section. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion to give second reading to the ordinance as presented carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adjourn 10:00 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. ffi.NrraInrkrARIM&I.,vbl.a MARIAN K. K RR, CITY CLERK INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION MAY 21, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: May 21, 1984, 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the ivic en er. ayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Ambrisco, Baker, Erdahl, Zuber, Strait. Absent: Dickson. Staff Present: Parrott, Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Hencin, Cassady, Knight, VTFo_sF,_FTe_rT. Tape-recorded: Reel 84-C45, Sides 1 and 2; 84-C46, Side 1, 1-145. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adjourn to executive session under Section 28A.5G (real estate), to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property. The minutes in the tape-recording of the session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transac- tion discussed is completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned to executive session, 6:30 p.m. and Council returned to open session 6:40 p.m. APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING: Reel 84-C45, Side 1 Reeves First Subdivision, preliminary and final plat. Planning and Zoning recommended that the City Council forward no comment to Coralville because it won't be annexed in the near future. Sturgis Corner Addition, Part 2 Vacation. This is located on the east portion near the river. Rezone This item should be deferred. First and Rochester Addition, Part 2, approve preliminary plat. This item should be deferred. Ordinance to permit special There was no discussion. consid- ■ Informal Council cussion May 21, 1984 Page 2 No discussion. anned Development Plan of Hunter' No discussion. Sidewalk requirements will be waived until transit service is estab- lished. URBAN RENEWAL ATTORNEYS FEES: Reel 84-C45, Side 1 John Hayek explained the request for an increase in attorney fees. Hayek said he doesn't anticipate an increased urban renewal workload other than current legal work on the hotel project and marketing the lot east of the hotel. Different fees are used for litigation and standard office work. Hayek explained that 45-50 percent of the charges are used for office overhead costs. The hourly costs charged to the City are considerably lower than the usual fee charged to other clients. Majority of Council - member agreed to the increase as requested. SEWER STUDY: Reel 84-C45, Side 1 Berlin reported that 50 people attended the pre-bid conference, represent- ing about 25 different firms. The bid application deadline is Wednesday. Berlin recommended hiring a financial consultant to assist staff in reviewing the bid proposals. Council raised concerns about utilizing local community consultants that have previously been involved with the sewer project reports. Berlin and Mayor McDonald will meet to further discuss the use of local consultants. ANNUAL AUDIT CONTRACT BIDS: Reel 84-C45, Side 1 Vitosh reviewed audit contract bids. Councilmembers voiced their support to use a local firm when comparable bids are received. Vitosh noted the importance of selecting a firm that can meet the audit schedule deadline of the NSOA to receive certification of compliance. Council decided to engage McGladrey, Hendrickson b Pullen as auditor for FY84. FY84 BUDGET AMENDMENTS: Reel 84-C45, Side 2 Vitosh answered specific questions about the FY84 budget amendments. Baker asked about the pollution control projects and sewer plant expenditures. Vitosh explained that the million dollar project is included under sewer sstem design work b on�tspecific items. In reply ther costs are t to ea cquestiongcompletion fromAmbrisco Informal Council ':us_ on May 21, 1984 Page 3 Vitosh said that the hotel force account handles the proceeds from the sale of the City land for the hotel project. This account funded the City's portion of site preparation. Responding to Strait, Vitosh ex- plained how the Finance Department controls and balances for specific projects. In answer to Baker, Vitosh explained that the practicum students at the Recreation Center are made possible through the Univer- sity. CCN VIDEOTAPE: Reel 84-C45, Side 2 The City Council viewed the Committee on Community Needs videotape. CONSENT CALENDAR: Reel 84-C45, Side 2 Council agreed to add to the consent calendar a motion approving applica- tion for transfer of Class C beer license for Robert L. Finley. l� CITY MANAGER EVALUATION: Reel 84-C45, Side 2 ! Council requested information about city managers' salaries in comparable f Midwest cities and the history of Iowa City's City Manager's salary. Berlin will summarize past evaluation discussions before the Council goes through the evaluation process. The Council will evaluate the City Manager and present the evaluation to the City Manager in an executive session next week. COUNCIL AGENDA/TIME: Reel 84-C45, Side 2 1. Agenda item 27. In response to Erdahl, Berlin explained that this amendment clarifies the status of covered public walkways. 2. In answer to Strait, Berlin said that the permanent walkway between Bushnell's and the new hotel will be configured to promote safety. I; 3. Agenda item 22. Helling explained that a public hearing will be set for July 3 at 7:30 p.m. for the City's UMTA application. 4. Councilmembers discussed the reading of proclamations during formal i. Council meetings. Reading entire proclamations will be left to the discretion of the Mayor. i' 5. In response to Ambrisco, staff will check on lighting in the walkway between Bushnell's and the new hotel. 6. Erdahl asked about the outer covering for the new hotel. Berlin explained that the towers will be painted the same color as the stucco on the remainder of the building. 7. Baker asked about the benches on the north side of the Old Capitol Center. Berlin said that he hasn't gotten an answer yet but will report back. 8. Berlin said that UDAG funding for the hotel should be released shortly. I Informal Council '' Ncu'_ mon May 21, 1984 Page 4 9. Strait noted the success of the recent congregate housing public meeting and suggested holding additional meetings to encourage senior citizen input. 10. In response to Strait, Berlin will provide Council with more informa- tion on the Senior Center evaluation including the committee person- nel, staff involvement, and justification for the evaluation. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.