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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-07-17 Council minutesCOMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES July 17, 1984 Iowa City Council, reg, mtg., 7/17/84, 7:30 PM, at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Franklin, Davidson, Gannon, Farmer, Hauer. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 84-056, Side 1, 560 -End and Side 2, 1 -End; 84-058, Side 1, 1-425. Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, 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 reg. mtg., 7/3/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Planning and Zoning Comm. - 6/21/84; Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee - 6/19/84; Committee on Community Needs - 6/20/84; Airport Comm. - 6/21/84; Airport Zoning Comm. - 6/13/84; Charter Review Comm. - 6/25/84; Bd. of Library Trustees - 6/28/84; Mayor's Youth Employment Bd. - 6/27/84; Parks and Recreation Comm. - 6/13/84. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Quik Trip Corporation dba Quik Trip #539, 301 Market. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for William Bernard Kron, Jr. dba Bill's Interstate 80 OX, R.R. 2. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Stonewall's Tavern, Inc. dba Best Steak House/Stonewall's, 127 Iowa Ave. Approving Class C Liquor License for The Field House Inc. dba The Field House, 111 E. College St. Approving Class C Liquor License for James J. Tucker dba Tuck's Place, 210 N. Linn St. Approving Class C Liquor License for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2581 dba Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #2581, 1012 Gilbert Ct. Approving Class C Liquor License for 6;20 Inc. dba 6:20, 620 S. Madison St. Approving Sunday Sales for Gary Jennings dba R.T. Grunts, 826 S. Clinton St. Approving Class C Beer Permit for JoDeen E. Mozena dba Uncle Elmer's Popcorn, 105 E. Burlington St. RES. 84-185, Bk. 83, p. 592, ISSUE DANCING PERMITS. RES.' 84-186, Bk. 83, p. 593, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS. Approving Liquor License Refund for R.T. Grunts Inc. dba R.T. Grunts, 826 S. Clinton St. Setting public hearings: To set a public hearing for 7/31/84, on amendments to the urban renewal plan relating to marketing a portion of urban renewal parcel 65-2 - Blackhawk Minipark. RES. 84-187, Bk. 83, p. 594, TO SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR 7/31/84, ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS -SEWER SYSTEM REHABILITATION. Resolutions: RES. 84-188, Bk. 83, p. 595, ACCEPTING WORK FOR THE TRANSIT MAINTENANCE PARKING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Council Activitie. July 17, 1984 Page 2 Correspondence: Linda L. Robinson regarding proposed sale and renovation of Paul -Helen Building and effect on Blackhawk Minipark. Charles Vinton regarding proposed contract with Hawk -I Cab Company. Margie Bacon regarding proposed contract with Hawk -I Cab Company. Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Company regarding proposed electric and gas franchise, referred to City Attorney for reply. Memo from Traffic Engineer regarding stop sign on Broadway Street at Sandusky Drive; stop sign on Camp Cardinal Road/"Frontage Road for U.S. 218 Relocated"; stop sign at "Frontage Road for U.S. 218 Relocated"/Melrose Avenue; stop signs on Ronald Street at Gilbert Street. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Coralville Water Ski Club to have a ski show on the Iowa River on 7/4/84, approved. Sigma Chi Fraternity to have a "Run for Your Life" on 9/9/84 from 8:00 to 10:30 AM, approved. Charles Ehredt for permission to hang a homecoming banner across Clinton Street at Iowa Avenue, attaching the banner to the utility poles, denied. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the Tree Regulations, Section 36-72 of the Zoning Ordinance. Staffinember Franklin noted a concern from Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants. Schnittjer questioned the inconsis- tency of set backs between r -o -w trees located on private property and the requirement of trees in public r -o -w. Franklin will review and make revi- sions prior to first reading of the ordinance on 8/14. Carl Chadek, 515 Third Avenue, appeared re safety concerns of trees at intersections. City Forester will take a tour with Mr. Chadek of specific locations. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the off-street parking requirements to include provisions for traffic islands. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the definition section of the Zoning Ordinance to include a definition of planting area. No one appeared. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-189, Bk. 83, pp. 596-598, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR STURGIS CORNER. 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. 84-190, Bk. 83, p. 599, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOP- MENT PLAN FOR THE MARSH AND MCLENNEN BUILDING OF LOT 19 AND 20, HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor delcared the resolution adopted. The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Comm. regarding traffic circulation on Highway 1 and Highlander Drive noted. This has been referred to the Traffic Engineer for recommendation. Staff will notify Council when to expect the report. Council Activitie July 17, 1984 Page 3 Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that ORD. 84-3194, Bk. 23, pp. 182-183, VACATING A PORTION OF MELROSE AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY EAST OF BYINGTON ROAD, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 6/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, Zuber. Nays: None. Abstaining: Strait. A public hearing was held on disposition of Elm Grove Park. No one appeared. Karen Hradek, 924 Hudson, appeared and requested Council reconsider an earlier decision not to purchase the land necessary for Miller Orchard Park. She distributed a map showing the possible layout of a neighborhood park in the area. Merle Trummel, 314 West Benton, noted that only 2 RM44 areas of high density are located in Iowa City, area around the proposed park being one, and urged Council to reconsider the Miller Orchard Park. The Mayor announced one vacancy on the Committee on Community Needs for an unexpired term ending 10/1/86; and one vacancy for a four-year term ending of Electrical These/appointmentsu will man on be madehat8thed8/28/84 meeting of theers City Councils. s. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, to make the following appoint- ments: Riverfront Comm. for an unexpired term ending 12/1/86 - Anne Swedish Moses, 15 Forest Glen; Housing Comm. for an unexpired term ending 5/1/86 - Ruth B. Dawson, 820 Woodside Drive; Mayor's Youth Employment Board for an unexpired term ending 4/15/86 - Douglas Bogenrief, 2254 S. Riverside Drive Y22; and to re -appoint Martha D. Christiansen, 3347 Tulane Avenue, for one of two one-year terms ending 6/30/85 on the United Action for You Board. The other appointment for that Board will be readvertised. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Councilmembers Erdahl and Baker recognized and congratulated John Campbell on his participation in the July 4th parade in Cedar Bluff. Baker noted the memo from the Department of Planning and Program Development re the Iowa Community Cultural Grant Application and questioned whether the expenses had been reviewed. The City Mgr. replied that the department head and Broadband Specialist had reviewed the application and felt the expenses were appropriate. Councilmember Baker requested more information re the new legislation, HF456, municipally owned historic projects. Staff will provide. Baker noted another memo from the Planning and Program Development Department re the Downtown Parking Study and questioned why the City was compiling the information and someone else analyzing it. The City Mgr. explained that the City staff can collect the information less expensively than architectural firms, but on the other hand the firms have a computer program available to analyze the information. Baker stated his desire to have S. Johnson Street parking be restricted to one side of the street from Burlington to the railroad tracks, and questioned if other Councilmembers agreed. After discussion, Council requested a resolution be prepared for the next agenda to enact parking on one side only. The Mayor asked when a response would be available re the letter from Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Company con- cerning the proposed electric and gas franchise. The City Attorney will have draft prepared Manager re he Maintenance Study and McDonald andakedIf Arrow Transit Assom theTransit Council Activitie July 17, 1984 Page 4 ciates reviewed all aspects of the operation. The City Mgr. responded the study focused on maintenance of buses. Councilmember Strait requested that all additional staffing needs called for in the study be submitted as one request. Recommendations of the Committee on Community Needs noted as follows: (1) Recommend allocation of $30,000 from the sale of the property for the Holiday Inn to be used for the completion of the Emergency Housing Project. A memorandum from the Director of Planning and Program Development concerning this project and the Nelson Adult Center will be sent to the Council and the topics scheduled for discussion. (2) Recommend that funds for the rental rehabilitation program be applied for. (Action taken at Council meeting of July 3.) (3) Recommend that Elm Grove Park be sold to Johnson County for an office building and that the monies gained be used for the purchase of another park. (4) Request discussion with the City Council on Miller/Orchard Parkland acquisition with regards to alternatives for this park. The Committee asks for the City Council's direction in pursuing the establishment of a park in the Miller/Orchard Neighborhood. Approximately $40,000 remain in the 1984 COBG budget for this project. Mayor McDonald requested time be scheduled at the July 30 informal session for discussion and that CCN Chair Mickey Lauria be notified. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-191, Bk. 83, pp. 600-607, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH VEENSTRA & KIMM, INC., OF WEST DES MOINES, IOWA, FOR RESIDENT PROJECT INSPECTION SERVICES, SURVEY SERVICES AND TESTING SERVICES ON THE ROCHESTER AVENUE RESERVOIR PROJECT. The not -to -exceed amount for these services is $42,583 and is based on a completion date of 9/30/85. City Engr. Farmer present for discussion. 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. 84-192, Bk. 83, p. 608, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE SHAMROCK/ARBOR CREEK CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT TO GEE GRADING & EXCAVATING, INC. OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA, for $169,807.50. Erdahl questioned how the money is budgeted for this project. Staff will prepare a memo re funding. 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. 84-193, Bk. 83, pp. 609-610, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGI1 AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA REGARDING THE SHARING OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE TEMPORARY FOOTBRIDGE, WHICH IS INCLUDED IN THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT BRM -4012(1)--8N-52, in the amount of $175,000. City and University each paying $87,500. Engineering staff Farmer and Gannon present for discussion. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: Baker. Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-194, Bk. 83, p. 611, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT BRM -4072(1)--8N-52, to Iowa Bridge & Culvert, Council Activitit July 17, 1984 Page 5 Inc. of Washington, Iowa, for $1,288,174.65. 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. 84-195, Bk. 83, p. 612, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAPITOL STREET PARKING RAMP IMPROVE- MENTS, to McComas-Lacina Construction, Inc., for $88,641. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council noted the completion dated of 8/31/84. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-196, Bk. 83, pp. 613-622, AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT OF THE NAME OF THE DEVELOPER AND OWNER OF THE PROJECT FROM PHARMACEUTICAL DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS, INC. TO SOUTHGATE DEVELOP- MENT COMPANY, INC. AND DIRECTING THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE AND CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $3,000,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (SOUTHGATE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Councilmember Baker left the meeting. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adopt. RES. 84-197, Bk. 83, pp. 623-626, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E CONTRACT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY SEATS AND A-1 CAB, INC., FOR THE FY85 SEATS SUPPLEMENTAL TAXI SERVICE. Fred Hodges, owner/operator of Hawk -I Cab, appeared and requested Council award the contract to his company as the apparent low bidder. Marge Bacon, 703 10th Avenue, Coralville, appeared in support of A-1 receiving the contract. After discussion, the Mayor declared the resolution awarding A-1 Cab adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson. Nays: Erdahl. Absent: Baker. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-198, Bk. 83, p. 627, AMENDING POSITIONS IN THE AFSCME CLASSIFICATION PLAN, Maintenance Work II - Forestry; Accountant - Accounting Division; and Sr. Accountant -Account- ing Division. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-199, Bk. 83, p. 628, RECLASSIFYING A FULL-TIME POSITION IN THE EQUIPMENT DIVISION, Maintenance Worker III to Mechanic I. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt the following resolutions in Bk. 83: RES. 84-200, pp. 629-630, APPROVING APPLICATION FOR PUBLIC HOUSING AND PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY REQUEST FOR FRONT-END ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT (ACC); RES. 84-201, pp. 631-633, A PHA RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECT; and RES. 84-202, pp. 634-637, RESOLUTION OF COOPERATION re Public Housing. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. r Council ActiYitil July 17, 1984 Page 6 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to set a public hearing for 7/31/84 on an application for public housing. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-203, Bk. 83, pp. 638-639, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND AGENCIES USING SPACE IN THE SENIOR CENTER ON A REGULAR PART-TIME BASIS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt the following resolutions in Bk. 83: RES. 84-204, pp. 640-648, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E AGREEMENT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY FOR SPACE AT THE SENIOR CENTER FOR THE SEATS PROGRAM; RES. 84-205, pp. 649-659, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E AGREEMENT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY FOR SPACE AT THE SENIOR CENTER FOR THE NUTRITION PROGRAM; RES. 84-206, pp. 660-665, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA FOR SPACE AT THE SENIOR CENTER FOR THE GERONTOLOGY PROJECT ADULT DAY PROGRAM; RES. 84-207, pp. 666-673, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E AGREEMENT WITH THE BOARD OF ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY FOR SPACE AT THE SENIOR CENTER; and RES. 84-208, pp. 674-680, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E AGREEMENT WITH THE BOARD OF AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS FOR SPACE AT THE SENIOR CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-209, Bk. 83, pp. 681-684, APPROVING SIGNAGE AND LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 64-1b (HOTEL), as amended. The City Manager noted the resolution had been amended to approve signs on hotel property only. Signs on City property requires a public hearing prior to consideration and item 931 setting such hearing had been added to the agenda. Staffinember Hauer noted the deletion of three sketches originally part of the resolution. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing on 7/31/84 to consider execution of an easement agreement for Holiday Inn signage on City property. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Strait, to adjourn, 9:05 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. ll CDONALD, h1AYOR A'.1;1 pe MA AN ANK. KAR , CIT CLERK Informal Council Discussion July 2, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: July 2, 1984, 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center in Iowa City, Mayor John McDonald presiding. Council Members Present: McDonald, Dickson, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber, Erdah . Absent: Strait. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Showalter, Franklin, Knight, Schmeiser, Cassady, Williams, Hauer, Vitosh, Seydel. Tae -Recorded: Reel 84-053, Side 1, all, Side 2, all; Reel 84-054, Side a ,Side 2, 1-252. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Moved by Baker, seconded by Erdahl, to adjourn to executive session under Section 28A.5.G real estate to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure would be recently expected to increase the price of the governmental body who would have to pay for that property. The minutes in the tape-recording of the session closed under this paragraph shall be made for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Council returned to open session, 7:20 p.m. PLANNING AND ZONING: Franklin recommended deferring discussion on setting the public hearing until later scheduled time this evening. Rezone property at 624 South Gilbert Street from CI -1 to CC -2. Franklin said that rezoning will allow East-West Oriental grocery store to relocate onto the property. In response to Dickson, Franklin said that the oil spill problem has been resolved to the satisfaction of the Water, Air and Waste Management Office for the proposed development. Further discussion of the site plan is scheduled for the next Council meeting. Amend the Tree Regulations Section 36-72 of the Zoning Ordinance. Berlin said a discussion should be scheduled to discuss amendments to the Tree Ordinance. Franklin will prepare a report responding to concerns raised in letters from Jim Maynard and Emilie Rubright of Project GREEN. Amend the Off -Street Parking Requirements to improve provisions for traffic s an s. No discussion. INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JULY 2, 1984 PAGE 2 Amend the Definition Section of the Zoning Ordinance to include a defini- tion o pan tng area. No discussion. Approve the preliminary and final plat of Amhurst Subdivision. Franklin said action should be deferred indefinitely because complete legal papers have not been received. Vacate a Portion of Melrose Avenue Right -of -Way East of Byington Road. No discussion. De No discussion. MANUFACTURED HOUSING. Reel 84-053, Side I Knight recommended setting a public hearing to discuss manufactured housing which also serves to establish a 60 day moratorium on the issuance of building permits for any use which would not conform with the proposed zoning ordinance amendment. Council reviewed Knight's June 28th memo re: Im act of Recent Le islation Re ardin Manufactured Housin Boyle and Jansen wi report to Counci on the impact o t e egis ation. Staff proposal will require a 20 foot minimum building width in all single- family zones. In response to McDonald, Berlin said that under the new law a mobile home can be put on a residential lot provided it is put on a foundation and is converted to real property. Berlin said that Knight attended meetings with other municipalities which revealed that the new law is vaguely written and may not meet the legislature's original intent. Knight said that the moratorium will last until August 31st. The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the amendment. Mobile homes converted to real property will be taxed at a higher rate than normal mobile homes. ELM GROVE PARK: Reel 84-053, Side 1 Karen Kubby stated that the Elm Grove Park should be retained as a park area. She explained that she obtained 110 signatures on a petition stating that people still use the park and would continue to use if some green space were preserved after development. Kubby noted that the CCN community development plan called for open space in the area. McDonald stated that City monitoring revealed a drop in park usage. PAUL -HELEN BUILDING: Reel 84-053, Side 1 Art Small, developer for the Paul -Helen Building, reviewed the proposal to renovate the Paul -Helen Building which would include a main entrance fronting on the Blackhawk Mini -Park. He showed the Council project design plans. Small stated that the Paul -Helen Building rehabilitation honors urban renewal goals and retains the characteristics of the Blackhawk Mini -Park. He said that the project depends upon purchasing a 20'x30' INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JULY 2, 1984 PAGE 3 portion of the mini -park. In response to Ambrisco, Small stated that the current value of the Paul -Helen Building is $450,000 and it would take $500,000 of improvements. IRBs will be requested from the Council to fund the project. Jansen noted that because the land is part of the City's urban renewal area, it must be competitively bid. Berlin said that Council may request development proposals for consideration in place of bids. Jim Maynard of Project GREEN reviewed Project GREEN's plans for development of the mini -park and said that plans could be modified to reflect Council wishes. Public input was received from Linda Robinson who requested that Council maintain the essential characteristics of the park and raised concerns about the size of the west wall entrance. Council agreed to sell the parcel and assist Project GREEN in revising plans for the mini -park. TYPE II CIVIL RIGHTS: Reel 84-053, Side 2 Helling and Williams reviewed the Iowa City Human Rights Commission and Iowa Civil Rights Commission joint application to HUD for a Type II grant which would allow Iowa City to continue the outreach program and an audit program. The grant would result in a $4,000 allocation to Iowa City. Williams explained that an audit program is needed in housing because it is more difficult to access discrimination in housing than in other areas of human rights. Auditing is done on a complaint basis. Seydel stated that the Housing Commission had not heard of the grant program. In response to McDonald, Williams explained that only certain agencies are deemed equivalent to Title 8 for housing by federal taw. The only two such agencies in Iowa are Iowa Civil Rights Commission and Iowa City Human Rights Commission. Susan Futrell, Human Rights Commission Chair, stated that the majority of the Human Rights Commission supports the grant proposal, although a formal discussion has not been held. City Council agreed to proceed with the grant application. IRBs: Reel 84-053, Side 2 Berlin stated that Hauer, Helling, Jansen, Seydel, Boothroy, and Vitosh served on the IRB staff review committee. The City Council reviewed the June 29th IRB staff review committee memo. Vitosh said that final decisions on the IRB policy should be deferred until the impact of the new legislation is known. Vitosh and Melling will attend the July 11th briefing seminar on the new legislation. In response to Dickson, Vitosh explained that if the City becomes too restrictive, developers could seek other financing which would limit City design review. Seydel reviewed Section 8 low-income housing requirements and the number of Iowa City's low-income housing units. Vitosh reviewed limitations on the amount of outstanding IRBs compared to the total assessed valuation. The revised policies place a 3% limitation on commercial, 3% on housing, and 5% on industrial. Vitosh explained that the City of Iowa City closely monitors the issuance of IRBs. Berlin stated that Iowa City complies with the initial intent of the IRB program by issuing the IRBs to the true indus- trial projects and using the IRBs to strengthen redevelopment districts. Baker raised concerns about wage policies, utility use of IRBs, and company labor relation histories. INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JULY 2, 1984 PAGE 4 COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA: Reel 84-054, Side 2 1. McDonald and Berlin recommended deferring item 19, awarding SEATS supplemental taxi service to Hawk -I Cab, until staff review of a recent letter. 2. Berlin noted that plans and specifications have been sent out for rebidding on the Capitol Street ramp project and an item has been added to the agenda setting a new bid date. 3. McDonald stated that a majority of the Council has agreed to item 25, the resolution authorizing agreement between the City and GWG Invest- ments. 4. Berlin stated that information about the off-street parking on Westwinds Drive will be in the next packet. 5. Dickson inquired about the letter from Evangelical Free Church on the agenda. Berlin stated that the matter has been referred to the Department of Public Works. 6. Ambrisco said the "T" intersection at Summit Street and Kirkwood is very dangerous. Berlin will ask the Traffic Department to study the intersection. 7. Erdahl stated he had reviewed the parking situation on Johnson Street. 8. Jansen reported that he has received the cost-sharing footbridge agreement from the University and will review. 9. Jansen clarified that the Council is granting approval of the beer garden at Gabe's Tavern. Due to the timing of the application, the liquor license has already been approved. The owner of Gabe's and a representative from the Police Department will attend Tuesday's informal Council meeting. 10. Berlin stated that CH2M Hill has announced that they are not inter- ested in proceeding with the sewer plant proposal, as they would not provide that amount of work without compensation. 11. Helling requested a response on the asphalt overlay addition and concept of energy conservation contingency fund. The energy conserva- tion contingency fund will be scheduled for further discussion. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION'S APPOINTMENT: Majority agreed to appoint Haywood Belle to the Human Rights Commission. Meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m. OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 7/3/84 The cost of publishing the following proceedings & claims is $ . Cumula- tive cost for this calendar year for said publication is E Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 7/3/84 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Zuber. Absent: Strait. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 6/19/84 and the special meeting of 6/21/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commis- sions: Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee -5/31/84; Charter Review Cortin. -6/11/84. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class B Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for The Hungry Hobo, 517 S. Riverside Dr. Approving Special Class C Beer -Wine License for The Kitchen, 9 S. Dubuque Street. Approving Class C Sunday Sales Permit for Seaton's Cash & Carry Market, 1331 Muscatine Avenue. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Vito's, 118 E. College Street. RES. 84-169, Bk. 83, pp. 554-556, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMITS. Petition: Suspension or remis- sion of taxes on account of age for Opal D. Hochstetler. Correspondence: Memo from the Historic Preservation Commission regarding the proposed North Side Commercial Historic District. Philip A. Leff, representing the Evangelical Free Church of Coralville, regarding extending sanitary sewer to property abutting Taft Speedway, referred to Public Works Director for a report. David G. Jenkins of the Evangelical Free Church making a correction to Mr. Leff's letter, referred to the Public Works Director. Sonia Ettinger regarding the proposed mini liquor store in downtown Iowa City, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Council of Elders expressing appreciation for Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 2 the opportunity to attend the 1984 Governor's Conference. Letters objecting to the application for an outdoor beer garden at Gabe's Tavern from: Dr. Vernon P. Varner; Repre- sentatives of residents of Ecumenical Towers; Dennis G. Visser; W.W. Morris, President, Ecumenical Housing Corporation. Memo from the Traffic Engineer regarding stop sign on Plaen View Drive at Mormon Trek Boulevard. Application for use of Streets and Public Grounds: Coralville Water Ski Club for permission to have a water ski show on the Iowa River on 6/16/84, denied. Coralville Water Ski Club for permission to have a water ski show on the Iowa River on 9/1/84, denied. Mr. Wayne Pence to conduct a roadblock at the intersec- tion of Dubuque and Park Road to solicit funds for MOA on 7/21/84 and 7/22/84 from 9:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M., denied. Mary Adams -Lackey to hold the Sun Run 184 on 6/24/84, approved. Sherry L. King to have a Father's Day Run on 6/17/84, approved. Lynn VanDeventer to drive an antique fire truck in the downtown area and to hand out albums as a promotion for KRUI on 6/23/84, approved. Jim Hess for the use of Blackhawk Minipark on 6/29/84 and 6/30/84 to sell used books to raise funds for the Science Fiction League of Iowa Students, approved. Kathy Mitchell for the use of Blackhawk Minipark on 6/16/84 for a bake sale to benefit Children's Action for Nuclear Disarmament, approved. United Action for Youth for the use of Blackhawk Minipark on 6/15/84 for a bake sale, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, approving beer garden for Eech, Inc. dba GABE'S, 330 E. Washington. The following individuals appeared for discussion: Dr. W.W. Morris, Ecumenical Towers; Charles Christiansen; Dennis Visser; Rachel Dennis; Vernon Varner; Peggy Parradee; Caroline Dieterle; Eugene Miller; Carol deProsse. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 3 Dickson, to accept the correspondence from Letha Chamberlin and Richard Watt and the memo from Deputy Police Chief Stock. The Mayor declared the motion to accept the correspondence carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Individ- ual Councilmembers expressed their view re the beer garden. After discussion, the Mayor declared the motion to approve the beer garden for Gabe's carried, 5/1, with the following division of vote: Ayes: Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Zuber. Nays: Ambrisco. Absent: Strait. iMoved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to set a public hearing on 7/31/84, on amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to bring the Iowa City Municipal Code into compliance with recent State legislation regarding manufactured housing. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Strait absent. The City Mgr. announced that Item No. 19 regarding supplemental taxi service j contract would be deferred until July 17, 1984, as per Council discussion on July 2, 1984. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing on 7/31/84, on an ordinance to rezone property at 624 South Gilbert Street from CI -1 to CC -2. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the Tree Regulations, Section 36-72 of the Zoning Ordinance. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to accept the correspondence from Emile Rubright, Project Green and Jim Maynard, Project Green. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Zuber, to continue the public hearing at the 7/17/84 Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the off-street parking requirements to include provisions for traffic islands. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to continue the public hearing at the 7/17/84 Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. r-. Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 4 A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the definition section of the Zoning Ordinance to include a definition of planting area. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to continue the public hearing at the 7/17/84 Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to defer indefinitely consideration of a resolution approving the preliminary and final plat of Amhurst Subdivision. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance to vacate a portion of Melrose Avenue right-of-way east of Byington Road, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 84-3191, Bk. 23, pp. 166-172, AMENDING THE OFF-STREET PARKING DESIGN STANDARDS AND LOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO EXEMPT SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS (INCLUDING ZERO LOT LINE AND TOWNHOUSE UNITS) AND DUPLEXES, be passed and adopted. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. A public hearing was held on Iowa City Transit's UMTA Section 3 Application For a Grant To Purchase Six New Buses. A public hearing was held to receive citizen comments on a proposed Program Description and Application for 1984 Rental Rehabilitation Grant Funds. Karen Kubby and Roger Boyles appeared for discussion. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-170, Bk. 83, pp. 557-558, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A PROGRAM DESCRIPTION FOR 1984 RENTAL REHABILITATION GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $71,500 UNDER SECTION 17 OF THE UNITED STATES HOUSING ACT OF 1937, INCLUDING ALL UNDERSTANDINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, AND DESIGNATING THE CITY MANAGER AS THE AUTHORIZED CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FOR THE GRANT. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 5 A public hearing was held on Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and Cost Estimate for the Construction of the Reinforced Concrete Box Culvert at First Avenue and Northeast Branch of Ralston Creek. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-171, Bk. 83, p. 559, ADOPTING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE REINFORCED CONCRETE BOX CULVERT AT FIRST AVENUE AND NORTHEAST BRANCH OF RALSTON CREEK AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED JULY 24, 1984. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and Cost Estimate for the Construction of the FY85 Bridge Painting Program. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-172, Bk. 83, p. 560, ADOPTING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FY85 BRIDGE PAINTING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED JULY 24, 1984. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. A public hearing was held on the Proposal To Issue Not To Exceed $900,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of the City's Comnercial Development Revenue Bonds (Jackson Square Associates Project). The following people appeared for discussion: Karen Kubby; Roger Boyles; Jeff Denburg; Atty. Joe Holland representing Jim and Loretta Clark; Finance Director Vitosh. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-173, Bk. 83, pp. 561-567, APPROVING PROCEEDING WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF NOT TO EXCEED $900,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (JACKSON SQUARE ASSOCIATES PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Bob Ogesen, 305 Woodridge Avenue, appeared re the franchise agreement with Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company. Councilmembers requested a written text of his comments. Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 6 Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, to appoint Haywood Belle, 311 Haywood Drive, to the Human Rights Commission, for an unexpired term ending 1/1/87. Mayor McDonald noted the exceptional applicants and encouraged them to apply again. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Councilmember Ambrisco noted the memo from the Traffic Engr. re the pedestrian intersection at Clinton and College streets. Council commended the Traffic Engr, for his creative recommendations and requested staff proceed with the first two steps, "Stop Here" signs and increasing the traffic signal heads from 8 inches to 12. Ambrisco complimented the Iowa City Community Band on its opening concert at College Green Park and encouraged citizens to attend other concerts in July. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-174, Bk. 83, pp. 568-571, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE SEVENTH RENEWAL OF IOWA CITY'S CONTRACT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY SEATS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to defer for two weeks consid- eration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a 28E contract with Johnson County and Hawk -I Cab Company for the FY85 SEATS Supplemental Taxi Service. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor noted that no action would be necessary on the resolution awarding contract for the construction of the Capitol Street Parking Ramp Improvements, as no bids were received. The City Manager noted the addition to the agenda of a resolution setting a new bid date on the project. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-175, Bk. 83, p. 572, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS FOR THE CAPITOL STREET PARKING RAMP IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 7 Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-176, Bk. 83, p. 573, AWARDING CONTRACT 1 - RESERVOIR FOR THE ROCHESTER AVENUE RESERVOIR TO PRELOAD TECHNOLOGY, INC., for $738,610. Jim Kinin, President of Veenstra 8 Kimn, and design consultant for the City, present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-177, Bk. 83, p. 574, AWARDING CONTRACT 2 - PUMPING STATION FOR THE ROCHESTER AVENUE RESERVOIR TO MCCOMAS-LACINA CONSTRUCTION CO., INC., for $336,422. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-178, Bk. 83, pp. 575-577, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH PLUM GROVE ACRES, INC. CONCERNING FIRST AVENUE OVER -WIDTH PAVEMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-179, Bk. 83, pp. 578-580, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE EXECUTED BY EMILIO G. ARREDONDO. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-180, Bk. 83, pp. 581-583, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND GWG INVESTMENTS TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR CONVEYANCE OF THE TITLE TO THE PARKING LOT AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENOVA- TION OF THE OLD LIBRARY BUILDING. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 4/1/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Zuber, Dickson, Erdahl. Nays: Baker. Absent: Strait. Abstained: Ambrisco. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Official Actions "- July 3, 1984 Page 8 Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-181, Bk. 83, pp. 584-586, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR THE OPERATION OF SIDEWALK CAFES ON THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-182, Bk. 83, p. 587, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR THE USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE OPERATION OF A SIDEWALK CAFE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor announced the next item on the agenda to be the resolution re the sale of Elm Grove Park to Johnson County. The City Attorney requested the resolu- tion be amended to include "and to set for public hearing on the proposed conveyance on July 17, 1984." Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-183, Bk. 83, pp. 588-590, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN OFFER TO BUY REAL ESTATE AND ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT FOR THE SALE BY THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, OF ELM GROVE PARK TO JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, as amended. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution as amended adopted. Harold Donnelly, Chairperson of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, appeared and thanked the City for their cooperation. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-184, Bk. 83, p. 591, ESTABLISHING SALARY FOR FY85 FOR CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY, at $24,148.80 for the Clerk and $55.00 an hour for all litigation and $50.00 for all legal work, except litigation for the City Attorney. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 23-189 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF IOWA CITY TO CHANGE SPEED LIMITS ON ROHRET ROAD, be given first vote for passage. After discussion, original motion withdrawn. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring that ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at Official Actions July 3, 1984 Page 9 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. 84-3192, Bk. 23, pp. 173-179, as stated above, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Helen Ebert appeared and requested larger City limit signs and a sign posting speed limit ahead. Moved by Baker, seconded by Erdahl, to defer indefinitely an ordinance to amend Chapter 17 (Housing) to Include Requirements for Maintenance of Striping/Marking of Parking Spaces within Parking Areas. Councilmembers requested the ordinance be reviewed by the Housing Commission and the Legal Department re interpretation questions prior to their consideration. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, that ORD. 84-3193, Bk. 23, pp. 180-181, AMENDING SECTION 31-2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA (coasting), be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Zuber, Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, McDonald. Nays: Erdahl. Absent: Strait. Councilmembers requested the City Attorney prepare a memo before the next Council meeting explaining how fines are established. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn 10:10 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Strait absent. A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. %✓ s/JOHN R MCDONALD, MAP s/ MARIAN K. KARR, CITY LERK Submitted for publication 7/12/84 Informal Council Discussion July 16, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: July 16, 1984, 5:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center in Iowa City. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Dickson, Baker, Zuber, Strait, Ambrisco, rah. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Miller, Mintle, Hauer, Carroll, Me set, Franklin, Davidson, Smith. Tape Recorded: Reel 84-054, Side 2, /252 -End; 84-057, Side 1, All, Side 2, /1-324. Executive Session Moved by Baker, seconded by Strait, to adjourn to executive session under Section 28A.5B to discuss strategy with Council in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Council returned to open session, 6:05 p.m. Newspaper Vending Machines Reel 84-054, Side 2 Council reviewed Jansen's July 13 memo about newspaper vending machines. Jansen stated that the City may place certain restrictions on newspaper vending machines as long as there are sufficient motivation to do so, such as pedestrian safety. In response to McDonald, Jansen replied that the newspa- per vending machines cannot be chained to City property but they cannot be removed without an ordinance and sufficient notice of intent to remove. Berlin noted that the City may be held liable if newspapers are allowed to do business on public property. Zuber inquired about design standards. Jansen stated that newspaper companies have a substantial investment in distinctive vending boxes which could cause problems with requirements for a uniform design. He explained that the City may have difficulty regulating vending boxes throughout the City because the distinctive designs are protected by the First Amendment. Jansen stated that the City cannot regulate on private property. .Berlin stated that City staff should meet with all newspaper companies to receive input. Staff will return to the Council with specific recommendations. Baker said that "proliferation of news vending machines all over Iowa City is a self-serving, misappropriation of the First Amendment." Salaries for Human Services Director Reel 84-054, Side 2 Anne Carroll, Cheryl Mintle, MaryAnne Volm, Dick Myers, Marge Penny, Dave Schuldt and Peg McElroy served on the committee to study salaries for human services directors. The study was initiated because the City Council had concerns about low salaries paid to many of the directors and the potential adverse impact to the quality of agency services. Concerns were also raised about discrepancies in benefits provided for the directors of the various agencies. Council reviewed results and recommendations of the study. In aL9`.tai response to McDonald, McElroy explained that salary budgets are prepared by the Director with input from the board president or executive officer. The full board approves the budget which is then sent to the City Council for approval. Yolm felt that agency boards of directors would not be offended with the City recommendations on directors' salaries. Carroll explained that City funds would be offered but not forced on agencies for the recommended salary changes. Myers said that the County Board of Supervisors would discuss the recommendations at Tuesday's meeting. Council discussed adjust- ments to benefit package when salaries are increased. The Council agreed to the recommendations as submitted in the July 6 memo from Carroll and Mintle. Appointments Reel 84-054, Side 2 Council agreed to appoint Ann Swedish -Moses to the Riverfront Commission, Douglas Bogenrief to the Mayor's Youth Employment Board, Ruth Dawson to the Housing Commission, and Martha Christiansen to the United Action for Youth Board. The City will readvertise for the unfilled vacancy on the UAY Board. Beer Gardens Reel 84-057, Side 1 Council requested beer gardens existing before May 1, 1984, be grandfathered in for outdoor service regulations. Beer gardens established since May 1, 1984, will be subject to annual review and inspection. McDonald questioned if Council would be able to close down a beer garden if a problem arises. The City Attorney reiterated Council could withdraw approval of an outdoor service area after a hearing. Service Agency Contracts Reel 84-057, Side 1 Council had no questions for Meisel regarding service agency contracts. Ambrisco and Zuber left the meeting. Tree Regulations Reel 84-057, Side 1 Franklin reviewed the staff process for developing tree regulations. Tree regulations were developed with input from the Chamber of Commerce Environ- mental Concern Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, Project Green, and City staff. Franklin stated that the Environmental Concerns Committee raised concerns about tree regulations not applying to single family dwellings, visibility and ease of using regulations. Franklin explained that Chapter 34 of the State Code empowers the City Forester to regulate on private property. Planning and Zoning said that the tree planting size regulations needs to be changed. The current proposed amendment specifying the tree planting size as one and one-half inch. in response to Baker, Franklin said that there will not be continual monitoring of planted trees, trees not on the approved list will be reviewed by the City Forester. Yard requirements are different for high density housing areas and the public right-of-way can only be used for planting to satisfy tree regulations with permission from the City Forester. s.at Planning and Zoning In response to Baker, Franklin will check on problems with the traffic island diagram including exact widths from the parking design standards. Resolution to approve the preliminary and final Large Scale Non -Residential Development Plan for Sturgis Corner. Franklin stated the developer wished to build several commercial modules on a single lot. Councilmembers noted the Roffman building located west of the property. Berlin requested Councilmembers to look at the site for future discussion on yard requirement variations. Franklin stated that a piece of the land contained within the LSNRD plan might be subject of a gift from Miles Development to the City in the future. ution to approve the Dreliminary and final No discussion. Recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding traffic circulation on Highway 1 and Highwive. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the City take steps to obtain a turning lane at the intersection of Highlander Drive and Highway 1 and that the speed limit be lowered on Highway 1 in the vicinity of that intersection. Franklin said no action needs to be taken by the Council, as the matter has been referred to Traffic Engineer for a recommendation. Ordinance to vacate a portion of Melrose Avenue right-of-way east of Byington Road. No discussion. Council Agenda/Time 1. (Regarding item 117, FY85 Supplemental Taxi Service.) Strait gave the following four reasons why the Council should chose A-1 Cab Company: 1) filled in accomodatingly, 2) there is only a ten cents difference, 3) previous attitudes of Hawkeye, and 4) the new owner was the dispatcher for the previous Hawkeye company. The Council agreed to accept A-1. Jeff Davidson will revise the resolution for consideration at tomorrow's formal meeting. 2. Strait questioned the July 2, 1984, informal Council minutes, page 3, Paul -Helen Building, re City Mgr. and City Atty competitive bid state- ments. Berlin stated that the City can award to the highest bidder or accept proposals based on established criteria. N NO 4 3. Strait requested a response from Berlin about the letter from CH2M Hill. Council made general comments about the letter. Berlin stated that a fiscal consultant will be meeting with City staff on July 24. The remaining three firms will be interviewed July 24. Staff may be coming to the City Council with recommendations after the interviews. 4. (Item /31) Berlin recommended the Council take action on the Holiday Inn resolution. He pointed out that the need for a public hearing to be scheduled on July 31 on the signs on the parking ramp and public right-of-way. Therefore, an amended resolution approving signs on hotel property only has been prepared. Strait raised concerns about the type of signs and interference of airport operations. McDonald explained that the Design Review Committee and Hotel Steering Committee worked on the type of building signage. Berlin stated the height of the building was approved prior to the construction. Berlin said a Council tour of the Holiday Inn will be scheduled. 5. (Item 016) In response to Strait, McDonald said that there is no problem with the IRBs for the Pharmaceutical Development Company and name change to Southgate Development Company, Inc. Southgate is erecting the building which will be leased to Pharmaceutical Development. 6. McDonald stated that the National League of Cities conference will be held in Indianapolis. McDonald and Dickson will attend. 7. The Iowa League of Municipalities meeting will be held September 26-28 in Waterloo. Strait and Baker will attend. Other Councilmembers should contact Lorraine if they plan to attend. 8. Dickson will serve as Council representative on the Congregate Housing Ad Hoc Committee. Strait stated his interest to serve on the Committee in some capacity. 9. Strait will serve as Council representative to Committee on Community Needs. 10. Baker asked Council to decide on the Johnson Street parking restrictions. McDonald said the matter would be decided at Tuesday's formal Council meeting. 11. Dickson requested another inspection of the shed behind on East Burling- ton between Burlington and Court. 12. Dickson requested staff check on specific garage sales that are occurring week after week. 13. Dickson requested Berlin have staff check on corners where people have nearly been hit. Dickson will furnish specific locations. 14. McDonald will contact Mickey Lauria, CCN Chair, regarding scheduling a meeting with Council. Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.