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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-10-09 Council minutesCOMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES October 9, 1984 Iowa City reg. mtg., 10/9/84 at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Knight, Zehr, Hencin, Schmadeke, Farmer. Council minutes tape recorded on tape 84-C73, Side 1, 44 -End and Side 2, 1-286. The Mayor proclaimed National Employ the Handicapped Week, October 7-13, 1984; Higher Education Week, October 13-20, 1984; and White Cane Safety Day, October 15, 1984. Andrew Norr, representing United Blind of Iowa accepted the proclamation re White Cane Safety Day from the Mayor. Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, that the following items and reconmendat ions in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented: Approval of Official Council Actions of the meeting of 9/25/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Sr. Center Comm. - 9/5/84; Riverfront Comm. - 9/5/84; Parks & Rec. Conn. - 9/12/84; Historic Preservation Comm. - 9/12/84; Charter Review Comm. - 9/17/84; Airport Comm. - 9/13 & 9/26/84. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class C Beer Permit & Sunday Sales for New Pioneer's Cooperative Society dba New Pioneer Cooperative, 22 S. Van Buren. Approving Class C Beer Permit & Sunday Sales for QuikTrip Corporation dba QuikTrip #548, 955 Mormon Trek. Approving Class B Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for T.I. Investments, Inc. dba Godfather's Pizza, 531 Hwy. #1 W. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Hilltop Company dba The Hilltop Lounge, 1100 N. Dodge Street. Refund of a Portion of Class C Beer Permit to Mervin F. Rotter dba Whiteway Super Market, 212 S. Clinton Street. RES. 84-275, Bk. 84, p. 986, REFUND CIGARETTE PERMIT. Refund of a Portion of Class C Liquor License to Sheep's Head Ltd, dba Sheep's Head Cafe, 209 N. Linn Street. Motions: Authorizing the City Engineer to sign an application for use of highway right-of-way for utilities accommodation to Northwestern Bell Telephone Company for North Dodge Street and Prairie du Chien Road. To set a public hearing for 10/23/84, authorizing the reinstatement of the lease of certain premises by Union Bus Depot of Iowa City, Iowa. To set a public hearing for 10/23/84, on an ordinance to amend City Plaza legal boundaries. Correspondence: Robert W. Jansen resigning his position as City Attorney. Janet A. Schlechte resigning her membership on the Housing Commission. Jack Robinson resigning his membership on the Mayor's Youth Employment Board. Elizabeth Meng and accompanying petition for traffic signals at First Avenue and Bradford, referred to the Traffic Engineer. IDOT regarding the redesignation of U.S. 218. Shelley B. Plattner on behalf of Bicyclists of Iowa City, Inc. requesting that the City update the Iowa City Bikeways Plan, City Mgr. will reply. Melvin Sunshine regarding parking lot screening requirements, City Mgr. will reply. Council Activities October 9, 1984 Page 2 Barbara Case regarding proposed safety restrictions around the Governor Lucas Square Fountain, City Mgr. will reply. Official letter of protest from Viggo M. Jensen Company regarding the rezoning of Lot 25, Weeber's Third Addition, City Mgr. will reply. Letters in opposition to the proposed downtown liquor store from: Wilbur Wilcox, Robert L. Welsh, and Andrea Balmer, City Mgr. will reply. Memo from the Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following positions: Mechanic I/Equipment; Senior Planner; Mass Transit Operator; Senior Clerk Typist/Senior Center; Maintenance Worker III/Landfill; Minute Taker/City Clerk. Memo from the Traffic Engineer regarding parking prohibition on Morningside Drive north of Court Street; parking prohibition in the 300 and 400 blocks of South Van Buren Street; parking on the east side of the 10 block of North Clinton Street. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Michael A. Connell from American Diabetes Association to hold a Diabetes Bike Ride and Stride on 9/30/84, approved. Lloyd Dill to hold a Lion's Club Scholarship Run on 9/30/84, approved. Lisa Edwards from Domestic Violence Project for use of Blackhawk Minipark for information table and speeches on 10/9-11/84, approved. Applications for Use of City Plaza: Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Association to hold Hawkeye Olympic Gold Day on 9/19/84, approved. Minnette Doderer and Jean Lloyd -Jones to hold a street party on 10/7/84, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing for 10/23/84 on proposed rezoning of property located at 209 Myrtle Avenue from RS -8 to RM -20. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council - members present. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing for 10/23/84 on proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance sign regulations for the CB -2 zone. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to adopt a resolution approving the preliminary and final Large Scale Non -Residential Development plan for R-P1aza,Phase Two, located at 463 Highway 1 West. The Mayor requested Council defer the matter two weeks to allow contact with. the FAA and further clarification of their position. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views. Atty. Wm. Sueppel, representing R -Plaza, objected to any further delay. Caroline Dieterle, former Airport Commission member, appeared and urged Council vote down the request with no further delay. After discussion, Baker withdrew his second to the motion to adopt the resolution. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to defer consideration of the resolution for two weeks. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Council Activities October 9, 1984 Page 3 Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring that ordi- nances 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. 84-3207, Bk. 24, pp. 231-233, AMEND THE SCREENING REQUIREMENTS FOR OFF-STREET PARKING, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, that the ORDINANCE TO VACATE A PORTION OF THE MORMON TREK BOULEVARD RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF MORMON TREK BOULEVARD BETWEEN PLAEN VIEW DRIVE AND THE IOWA CITY CORPORATE LIMITS, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unani- mous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Mike Furman, 2305 Cae Drive, appeared re the construction of the Lawrence Machine Shop in the clear zone on Commercial Drive. Staff will explore the status of the building permit. Caroline Dieterle appeared and expressed concrs re the PolicenDepartmen . The C tyrManagerdwill meettwitane of sun huthebPoli�celCowhief�toy discuss what weapons are currently used, what weapons are under considera- tion, and a policy re use of stun guns and/or other weapons. The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Senior Center Conn, - one vacancy for a three-year term ending 11/20/81. This appointment will be made at the 11/20/84 meeting of the City Council, Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, to make the following appointments: Board 10/26/88f - EPatrickal Examiners L. Moore, Jr andAppeals pOberlinfor a Street;oParksar term and Recreation Conn, for four-year terms ending 1/1/89 - re -appoint Cindy Alvarez, 3122 Maplewood Lane and appoint Karen Hradek, 924 Hudson Ave.; Human Rights Comm. for three-year terms ending 1/1/88 - Harold R. Wielbrenner, 1525 California Avenue, Patricia A. Farrant, 624 N. Johnson, and Phyllis J. Doane, 2229 Taylor Drive; Board of Adjustment for a five-year term ending 1/1/90 - Susan Mask, 1715 Glendale Road; and Senior Center Comm. for an unexpired term ending 12/31/85 - Martha B. Kafer, 113 Washington Park Road. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with Zuber voting "nay." Councilmember Baker questioned when Council would receive the Northside Lighting Project report. The City Manager reported that numerous discussions had taken place with the author and that Council would be furnished copies as soon as they become available. Baker questioned paving the parking lot on Maiden Lane north of Prentiss. The City Manager listed options of paving the lot at City expense or at owner expense. The matter will be scheduled for Council discussion after studies of parking in the Central Business District are completed. Baker reported on a recent meeting with the Urban Environ- mental Ad Hoc Committee where possible University representation on the Committee was discussed. Co -Chairs of the Committee (Baker and Strait suggested a University of Iowa representative be added as a non-voting member of the Committee. Council concurred. Councilmembers acknowledged the work Of City Planner Bruce Knight and wished him good luck on his new job in Council Activities October 9, 1984 Page 4 Liberty, Missouri. Councilmember Erdahl noted the renovation of the former Donohue -Lensing building on Linn Street as the future home of local artistry. Ambrisco noted the presentation re Civic Center space needs held at the Monday informal session, and informed the public that this was the first such o presentation, no decision was made, and much work is still undone. Cuncil- member Dickson reported on the beneficial trip made by four Councilmembers to the League of Municipalities meeting in Waterloo. She also noted the departure of City Urban Planner Andrea Hauer to Des Moines and stated she was deeply appreciative of her work. Recommendations of the Riverfront Commission noted as follows: (1) That , be submitte the regulations in Chapter 24, with the exception of Sec. 24-84 d to the Iowa Conservation Commission for consideration and adoption as special rules applying to activities on the Iowa River; and (2) That the City Council apprise local state legislators of the problems in having the Conservation Commission responsible for regulating activities on the Iowa River within the municipal boundaries and request them to initiate amendments in state status to allow Iowa City and Coralville to regulate recreational activities on the Iowa River within their corporate limits. This matter will be scheduled for future informal Council discussion. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-276, Bk. 84, pp. 987-990, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE POLICY ON DISPLACEMENT IN CDBG PROJECTS. Affirmative roll call unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 84-277, Bk. 84, pp. 991-992, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM AND INDEPENDENT LIVING, INC. FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR THE MYEP/IL EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM. Affirmative roll call unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-278, Bk. 84, pp. 993-1030, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE PROGRAM MANUAL, AFFIRMATIVE MARKETING PLAN AND TENANT ASSISTANCE POLICY, AND DESIGNATING TARGET NEIGHBOR- HOODS FOR THE RENTAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-279, Bk. 84, pp. 1031-1033, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SECOND ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED, WITH THE ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS OF JOHNSON COUNTY FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR RENOVATION AND EXPANSION OF THE NELSON ADULT CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED ADULTS. Strait reported on the Committee on Community Needs meeting where this additional $17,000 in 1984 CDBG funds was discussed and recommended for Council action. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted. Council Activities - October 9, 1984 Page 5 Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-280, Bk. 84, pp. 1034-1037, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. OF MUSCATINE, IOWA, FOR THE DESIGN OF THE LANDFILL LEACHATE CONTROL PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-281, Bk. 84, pp. 1038-1040, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH PLUM GROVE ACRES, INC. CONCERNING FIRST AVENUE OVERWIDTH PAVEMENT. 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. 84-282, Bk. 84, pp. 1041-1051, ADOPTING AND LEVYING FINAL SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAVEMENT THEREOF; FOR THE ST. ANNE'S SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT - 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council - members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-283, Bk. 84, pp. 1052-1061, ADOPTING AND LEVYING FINAL SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF; FOR THE TANGLEWOOD/VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Nays: None. Abstaining: Baker. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-284, Bk. 84, p. 1062, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE MERCER PARK BALL DIAMONDS FENCE PROJECT TO SAMPSON EASTERN IOWA FENCE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, for $23,198.50. The City Atty. explained State law requiring awarding public improvements to the lowest bidder. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Ambrisco, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18-32(b)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY (Human Rights), be given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-285, Bk. 84, p. 1063, AMENDING THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED POSITIONS IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BY ADDING ONE FIRE LIEUTENANT POSITION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 84-286, Bk. 84, p. 1064, AMENDING THE NUMBER OF POSITIONS IN THE ASSISTED HOUSING DIVISION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 5-6(a) AND 5-6(d) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA (regulating dance floors), be given first vote for passage. The City Clerk explained the ordinance had been revised in regards to license fee from an earlier version. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson, McDonald, Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco. Nays: Baker, Erdahl. MINUTES INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION SEPTEMBER 18, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: September 18, 1984, at 6:30 PM in the Confer- ence Room at the Civic Center, Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Baker, Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, Zuber, Strait. Staff Present: Helling, Jansen, Farmer, Milkman, Davidson, Smith. T�a a Recorded: Reel 84-C68, Side 1, 361 -End, Side 2, All, 84-C71, Side 1, A 1, Sl ide 2, 1-17. Executive Session Moved by Zuber, seconded by Strait, to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss strategy in matters regarding collective bargaining with City employee organizations; as such discussion is exempted from the provisions of Chapter 28A according to Chapter 20.17(3) and 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 and the tape recording of a session closed under this (28A.5(g)) paragraph shall be available for public examination where the transaction discussed is completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned, 6:30 p:m. Council convened to open session, 7:00 p.m. Taft Speedway Sanitary Sewer Extension - Reel 84-C68, Side 1 Baker said that Berlin previously answered questions about the Taft Speedway Sanitary Sewer Extension. City Engr. Farmer present. Rental Housing Survey - Reel 84-C68, Side 1 Marianne Milkman reviewed the Rental Housing Survey. The survey, utilizing addresses from the 1982 survey and new units, analyzed housing with more than three units. The survey resulted in obtaining an excellent index of rental housing in the Iowa City/Coralville Area. The Iowa City Apartment Associa- tion cooperated with the survey. Seven interns contacted 60% of the 9500 listed apartments and analyzed and computerized the information. Milkman referred City Council members to the surveys appendix for samples of the survey used. Milkman noted that 41% of the rental housing units are located within one mile of the University Pentacrest and 26% of the units in Coralville. Results of the survey demonstrated that vacancy rates have gone up and rents are decreasing. Milkman explained that she is currently studying the affordability of rental housing by • lower income people. Councilmembers commended Milkman on the study. Bike Lane Designations and Markings - Reel 84-C68, Side 1 McDonald introduced Shelley Plattner, representative of the Bicyclist of Iowa City (BIC). - Councilmembers reviewed past memos and correspondence re: bicycle lane markings and signing along with the July 17 memo from Traffic Engr. Jim Brachtel. Brachtel recommended specific changes that would bring the City markings and signage into the conformance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control. Iowa City would be eligible for federal funding for bikeways if federal guidelines are used. Plattner explained that BIC would like the bike lanes eliminated due to the increase in accidents when bike paths are separated from traffic. Plattner noted that federal guidelines suggest lanes be located on the right side of streets. Councilmembers discussed the advantages and disadvantages of the left side locations of the bike lanes an Jefferson and Market streets. Plattner also requested better enforcement of bike riding violations. In response to Erdahl, Helling explained that parking can't be moved to the left side on Market and Jefferson streets because of difficulties in parking and pulling into traffic by the driver. Davidson stated that staff doesn't recommend moving the bike lanes to the right but would recommend removing the lanes completely. Council agreed to eliminate the bike lanes on Market and Jefferson streets and placing diamond markings on bike lanes at 1st Avenue and Benton Street. Electronic Insect Control Devices - Reel 84-C68, Side 2 McDonald reviewed the August 13 memo from the City Assistant Attorney Boyle stating that the noise ordinance would not control electronic insect control devices and that it would take an amendment to the ordinance to control their use. The Council agreed to take no further action on this issue. Erdahl and Baker said that they may want to review the impact of the electronic insect control devices on the noise ordinance depending upon the outcome of the Home Town Dairies lawsuit. In response to Erdahl, City Attorney Jansen said the case was submitted in June and the City is waiting for a decision. Cable TV Rate Increase Request - Reel 84-C68, Side 2 Helling reviewed the Cable TV rate increase request. In response to McDonald, Helling explained that the written agreement states cable company will apply for the rate increase and, if made according to the franchise, eliminates the possibility of the cable company requesting another rate increase within one year. Helling reviewed the schedule for review and formal action on the request for the rate increase. The Broadband Teleconmu- nications Commission is currently reviewing the request. City Council will hold a public hearing on the rate increase. Council Time/Reports - Reel 84-C71, Side 1, Side 2 Vida Brenner appeared re electronic insect control devices. McDonaid reviewed the Council meeting schedule. Informal meetings will not be scheduled when special Council meetings are held in the same week. 3. McDonald requested review of the accessory building section of the new zoning ordinance. Erdahl also wants to review commercial yard require- ments. 4. In response to Zuber, Helling stated he will check on the status of the Tomlinson complaint re air conditioner noise. 5. Erdahl requested Council initiate a discussion with the Iowa City Chamber of Commerce about cut rate/liquor sales in downtown Iowa City. He suggested that guidelines be established for competitive liquor sales. McDonald noted that Lil Hallberg registered a complaint about the possibilities of a new mini-liquor store in downtown Iowa City. Ambrisco stated that the Council legislative subcommittee should work on this issue. Karr reported that she has received a number of calls re tav- erns/liquor stores opening for business at 8:00 AM on Saturdays. Helling suggested that Councilmembers discuss cut rate liquor sales at the Southeast Iowa League of Municipalities meeting next week. 6. Erdahl encouraged Councilmembers to contact City staff with their concerns and questions in lieu of bringing the matters up during Council time. Often times staff could handle problems quicker if notified. 7. In response to Erdahl, McDonald stated that he and Dickson will attend the National League of Cities Indianapolis convention. 8. Strait notified Council of information furnished by City Mgr. Berlin re prairie grass along Riverside Drive and Rocky Shore Drive. Baker noted that the prairie grass has grown over the park benches. 9. Strait stated his concern with Vernon Beck's letter re the Holiday Inn. 10. Strait reported on the CCN September 18th meeting and discussion re Congregate Housing. Il. Ambrisco raised questions re annexing the Willow Creek Court frontage road. Staff will report back. 12. Ambrisco requested the City Traffic Engineer Brachtel check on the Dubuque Street -Park Road intersection congestion. Council requested staff research the right lane being used for right turns only. 13. Ambrisco suggested that Brachtel further research warning devices for the Iowa Avenue Crandic Railroad Bridge. City Atty. Jansen requested the City explore the best detection/warning device. 14. Dickson requested that the City Traffic Engineer review traffic patterns at Clinton and Burlington Streets and consider whether lanes should be specified either right or left turn only. 15. Dickson expressed her appreciation for the Fire Department organizational analysis - action September 13 memo. 16: In response to Helling, McDonald will contact the Bd. of Supervisors about the Iowa City -Johnson County Airport Zoning Ordinance public hearing being held during a scheduled meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:55 PM. INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION SEPTEMBER 24, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: September 24, 1984, at 6:35 PM in the Conference Room at t eivi center.. ayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Dickson, Erdahl, Ambrisco. Absent: Baker, Strait, Zuber. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Franklin, Mintle, Vitosh, Zehr, Keating, Kimble, Smith. TeRecorded: Reel 84-C71, Side 2, 17 -End; Reel.84-C72, Side 1, All, Side 2, -39. Planning and Zoning Matters Franklin stated that staff recommends that the second reading on this ordinance be waived and that the ordinance be voted on for final passage at this time. Set a Public Hearin f_E.3 October 23 1984 on an Ordinance to Rezone 1220 and 28 r venue romto A report will be forward to the City Council prior to the public hearing. Set a Public Hearin for October 11 1984 on an Ordinance to Amend Section o e pg rrt ver ay ones, o e on ng Ordinance. This is a recommendation from the Johnson County/Iowa City Airport Zoning Commission. The Council hearing to be set will run concurrently with the hearing held by the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Erdahl requested an update and background information. In response to Erdahl, Franklin stated this portion of property is non -controversial. Ordinance to Amend Screening Requirements for Off -Street Parking. Franklin stated that this amendment allows a property owner to request a special exception from the Board of Adjustment to construct a parking lot that is not across from a single family residential zone. The Board of Adjustment considers if the special exception would be a detriment to the surrounding area and evaluates safety and aesthetics. Schnittjer, from RMS, reviewed planning plans for the Mercy Hospital parking lot. Sister Mary Venarda stated that one additional level could be added to the Mercy Hospital parking ramp. Rezone 3.5 Acres North of Iowa City from A-1 to RS. Franklin explained the application was received, reviewed by the City and found to be inconsistent with the Area 4 policy of the Johnson County/Iowa City Fringe Area Policy Agreement. Franklin will find out what decision was made by the Johnson County Planning and Zoning Board. Erdahl suggested that a Council - member speak with the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Jansen recommended City staff meet with the Board of Supervisors. Amend the Flood Hazard Overlay Zone, Section 36-31(c) and Franklin said that the Council should consider waiving readings due to the number of requests to build in the area. Council agreed to waive if enough Councilmembers were presented at the formal meeting to do so. No discussion. for No discussion: Handicaooed Accessibility - Structural Changes - Reel 84-C71, Side 2 Mintle reviewed the structural changes recommendations from the 504 Compliance Committee. The structural changes applied to the City owned parks, buildings, parking ramps, and building rented by the City. The Committee utilized information from self-assessment questionnaires from each City department, the 1976 barrier study, the Iowa State Building Code relating to accessibility for physically handicapped, site visits, and two public hearings. The Committee looked for .barriers that prevented full participation in City programming and gave top priority to facilities that had 'public coming in on a regular basis. Mintle noted that compliance to the recommendations must be made prior to October 17, 1986: Mintle reviewed three policy suggestions relating to structural changes that included increasing parking fines at the handicap parking spaces, coordination by one office of new construction and renovation of City buildings, and installing flashing light alarm systems in new City -owned buildings. Mintle explained that the 504 Compliance Committee took into consideration that the City Council will be addressing space needs soon. Berlin noted that staff will be presenting a proposal for expanding the Civic Center and parking lot plans prior to the end of October. The proposal will address the accessibility problems. The elevator recommendation from the Committee is not incompatible with the Civic Center expansion plans. The renovation of the washrooms would not be necessary if the expansion plans were accepted. Berlin recommended adopting the 504 Compliance Committee program and consider it in conjunction with budget plans. Mintle recommended funding from COBG and the general fund. Council members noted their appreciation for work done by City staff and the 504 Compliance Committee. Airport Agreement'- Reel 84-C72, Side 1 Jansen reported that a resolution has been prepared for the Council to adopt. He noted that the eligibility status for future federal monies should be restored if the City carries out the conditions set forth in the FAA letter -and as were proposed by the City. The FAA has made no guarantees that the City will receive federal funding. Jansen noted there are items that will require future Council consideration. Wayne Overman reviewed an airport drawing that demonstrates the existing conditions and the 355 foot extension. Overman said that the City should begin the necessary land acquisition and design of the culvert that would be placed at the end of the 355 foot extension. Construction of the culvert project and extensions could be completed by •late next summer. Jansen explained that the FAA will be kept informed about the completion of work at the airport. He noted that if plans are completed as proposed, it would be difficult for the FAA to deny funding. Councilmembers complimented City staff and the members of the Airport Commis- sion for their work. McDonald noted that the servicability and viability of the airport has been a number one priority, especially since the City has . embarked on aggressive economic development. Zehr reported that displacement of the threshold to Runway 17 has been com- pleted. Work is being done on other threshold displacements to increase the useable runway lanes. Fire Department Study - Reel 84-C72, Side 1 Berlin noted that Council has received a detailed schedule for follow-up on the Fire Department Study. The purpose of the process is not only to deal with the specific issues raised but to layout a different type of management system within the Fire Department. New communication and information channels are being established: Berlin stated that the Promotions Committee met last week and training will be the next step. Council Time/Agenda - Reel 84-C72, Side 1 1. (Item 13) Resolution authorizing execution of amendment to the Annual Contribution Contract. In response to McDonald, Berlin stated that this is the process used by the Federal government to finance construction pro- jects. 2. (Item 20) Resolution re amendment to funding agreement with Mayor's Youth Employment Program redefining the employment status of the Director. In response to McDonald, Berlin said the resolution will clarify Peg McElroy's position in the 'Mayor's Youth Employment Program. Berlin will get more information about the change. 3. Karr noted that three items have been added to the Consent Calendar: setting a public hearing on the rate increase from Heritage Cablevision; beer -wine license for Super Spud; and a letter from Carl Nelson re Saturday lunch breaks for I.C. transit drivers. 4. McDonald inquired about the lack of parking meters south on Clintoo Street, on the block past Harrison. Berlin will check on metered parking in that block. 4 5. Ambrisco questioned the duration of a City permit allowing picketing in front of Firestone. Staff will review the status of the permit. 6. •(Item 29) Ordinance amending Sections of Iowa City Code re Senior Center Commission. Helling stated that Section 25-61 was omitted from the title on the agenda and should be included. 7. (Item 30) Ordinance amending Chapter 5 of City Code re size of dance floors. Karr requested that action be deferred. 8. Ambrisco raised concerns about the safety of people of playing in the Plaza water fountain. Berlin will request recommendations from the Design Review Committee re a suitable safety barrier. 9. Ambrisco stated he received information from the Department of Housing and Urban Development about a $50,000 matching fund program for communities to benefit low income people. He suggested Berlin review the information. 10. Dickson suggested that Council packet information be distributed on computer floppy disks to enable Councilmembers to review the information on personal computers. Staff will research the matter. 11. In response to McDonald, Berlin will contact the State Liquor Control Commission about what input the City Council may have re the proposed downtown mini -liquor store. Staff will report back to Council. Appointments Council recommended the following appointments: Resources Conservation Commission: Ron Vogel Senior Center Commission: William Coen and Martha Kafer Board of Appeals: Robert Carlson Board of Examiners of Plumbers: Leroy Butler Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM. OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 9/25/84 The cost of publishing the following proceedings 8 claims is $ Cumulative cost for this ca en ar year for said publication is $ Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker,Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Zuber. Absent: Strait. Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 7-13, 1984, as Fire Prevention Week and October 8-13, 1984, as Local Government Week. The Mayor announced the deletion of item 3b(1) Mayor's Youth Employment Board minutes and addition of three items to the Consent Calendar: beer -wine license for Super Spud Food Shoppe; letter from Carl Nelson; and setting a public hearing on a request from Heritage Cablevision, Inc. for a rate increase. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, 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., 9/11/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Urban Environment Ad Hoc Comm. -8/28/84; Parks and Recreation Can. - 8/8/84; Housing Appeals Bd. -8/14/84; Design Review Comm. - 9/19/84. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class C Beer Permit for Watt's Food Market, 1603 Muscatine Avenue. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for QuikTrip 1503, 123 W. Benton. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales.for LBM Mighty Shop, Inc., 504 E. Burlington. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Central Pharmacy Center, 701 E. Davenport. RES. 84-259, Bk. 84, p. 930, REFUNDING CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving Class C Beer -Wine License for Super Spud Food Shoppe, Old Capitol Center. Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,466,613.72 for the period of August 1 thru August 31, 1984, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. i Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 2 Correspondence: Letters regarding Saturday lunch breaks for Iowa City transit drivers from: Don Roth, Peter Hayet, John Soukup, Frank DePirro, Kevin P. Naughton, Jim Surratt, Ann H. Tucker, Kenneth B. Barnett, Carl Nelson, with response letter from Asst. City Mgr. attached. Lee Staak, Chamber Parking Committee, regarding signage for parking ramps, referred to the Transportation Planner for reply. Mrs. Vivian H. Klotz regarding requirements for screened parking lots for Mercy Hospital. Lynn Stonebarger and Kurt Schroeder regarding parking, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. The Arts Center regarding newspaper dispensing machines, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Craig Hlas regarding commuter service between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Heritage Communications, Inc., requesting a 401 rate increase in the basic monthly service rate, forwarded to the Broadband Telecommunications Comm. Linda Levey regarding the traffic situation at Melrose and Mormon Trek, referred to the Traffic Engr. for reply. Petition from 26 residents of Rochester and Hotz Avenues regarding maintenance of a two -block long alley, referred to the Public Works Dept. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Timothy Ganske to picket in front of the Emma Goldman Clinic on 9/15/84, approved. Kris Peterson to have the Dietetic Associa- tion 10-K and one mile race on 9/23/84, approved. Public Hearings: To set a public hearing for 11/6/84 on a request from Heritage Cablevision, Inc. for a basic service rate increase. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, 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 Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 3 passed be suspended, that the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3202, Bk. 23, pp. 210-212, AMENDING SECTION 36-88 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO BRING THE PROCEDURES THEREIN INTO COMPLIANCE WITH RECENT STATE LEGISLA- TION AMENDING CHAPTER 414 OF THE CODE OF IOWA, (legal publications), be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirma- tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative, roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing for 10/23/84 on an ordinance to rezone 1220 and 1228 Third Avenue from RS -5 to RS -8. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing for 10/11/84 on an ordinance to amend Section 36-38, Airport Overlay Zones, of the Zoning Ordinance, at 7:30 PM, Johnson County Courthouse. Affirmative roll call unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to vacate a portion of the Mormon Trek Boulevard right-of-way located on the north side of Mormon Trek Boulevard between Plaen View Drive and the Iowa City corporate limits. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the screening require- ments of off-street parking. Staffinember Franklin presented a brief overview of the proposed ordinance. Sr. Mary Venarda, Mercy Hospital Administrator, appeared. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to accept the recommendation of denial from the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding a request to rezone 3.5 acres north of Iowa City from A-1 to RS. The Mayor declared the motion carried unani- mously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, seconded by Erdahl, that the rule requir- ing ordinances to be considered and voted Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 4 on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the first and second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3203, Bk. 23, pp. 213-216, TO AMEND THE FLOOD HAZARD OVERLAY ZONE, SECTION 36-31(c) AND (d) TO ADOPT NEW FLOOD MAPS AND A NEW FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3204, BK. 23, PP. 217-225, TO AMEND THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A CERTIFICATE OF NO MATERIAL EFFECT AND MODIFY PROCEDURES FOR DESIGNATING HISTORIC DISTRICTS, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, 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. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3205, Bk. 23, pp. 226-227, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING THE PROVISIONAL USE LANGUAGE FOR DWELLINGS IN THE CB -2 ZONE, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call' vote unani- mous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 5 Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. A public hearing was held to consider a proposed amendment to Chapter 18-32(d)(2), Human Rights, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City. Linda Donelson, R.R. 3, presented a letter of concerns re the proposed downtown mini -liquor store. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to accept the correspondence as presented. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. ,Lill Hallberg, 613 Manor Drive, also appeared re the proposed mini -liquor store. Staff will investigate Council jurisdiction on this matter and notify Donelson and Hallberg if Council would be scheduling the matter for informal discussion. The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Resources Conservation Comm. - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 1/1/86. Mayor's Youth Employment Bd. - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 4/15/86. These appointments will be made at the 11/6/84 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, to reappoint Robert C. Carlson, 1122 i Penkridge Dr., to the Bd. of Appeals for a five-year term ending 12/31/89; to appoint Leroy D. Butler, 1250 Baker St., to the Bd. of Examiners of Plumbers for a two-year term ending 12/31/86, master plumber; to reappoint William Coen, 313 N. Mt. Vernon Dr, and appoint Geri Hall, 1232 Teg Drive to the Senior Center Comm. for three-year terms ending 12/31/87; to reappoint Ron Vogel, 307 3rd Ave., and re -advertise the three remaining vacancies to the Resources Conservation Conn. for a three-year term ending 1/1/88. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Councilmember Baker noted a public hearing tomorrow evening, 9/26, in the Public Library, when the Council Ad Hoc Environmental Committee would hear citizen input re particular areas that should be protected from development. Baker ques- tioned if a majority of Councilmembers wished to reconsider the ordinance Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 6 increasing parking fines to $3. Council - members decided to wait until they reviewed projections/results of the downtown parking study before discussing rescheduling the matter for Council action. The City Manager stated Council should receive the study in late October. Councilmember Ambrisco noted the upcoming reception sponsored by the University of Iowa College of Business Administration honoring the years of service by Council- member/Dean Ernie Zuber. Ambrisco acknowledged the Chicago Cubs as National League -Eastern, Division Champions. Ambrisco requested staff inspect a vehicle parked in the front yard at 230 N. Dubuque. Councilmember Dickson noted the open house of the new Emergency Housing Project on Gilbert Street. Recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission noted as follows: (1) That a primary recreational facility (an entire softball/soccer complex) be developed, as opposed to separate facili- ties in separate locations. (2) That the City Council not accept the gift of riverfront land at Sturgis Corner because it is not functional. Recommendation of the Riverfront Commission noted as follows: (1) At its September 5 meeting the Iowa City River - front Commission discussed endorsing acceptance of the gift of a 50 foot wide strip of land along the west bank of the Iowa River adjacent to the Sturgis Corner development. On a unanimous vote the Riverfront Commission recommended that the City Council accept this land donation with the condition that there be no obligation to maintain the site in other than in its natural state. Commission members felt that acceptance of such a gift is consistent with the Riverfront Commission's goals as stated in the Stanley Iowa River Corridor Study and the Iowa River Corridor Buffer and Trail System. This action is also consistent with the Riverfront Commission's position when this proposed gift was first evalu- ated in 1977. The minutes of the Septem- ber 5 meeting will be included in the agenda for the Council meeting of October Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 7 9. The City Mgr. stated the matter would be to Council shortly with representatives of both Commissions present. Recommendations of the Design Review Committee noted as follows: C(1) The Design Review Committee recommends the approval of the design of Rocky Rococo Pizza parlor at 118 S. Dubuque Street and in particular, the awning intrusion into the City Plaza airspace because it adds variety and interest to the downtown area. The Committee adds it recommendation is contingent upon: (1) some kind of acceptable grid -pane work in the front windows; (2) the pane -grid being painted; and (3) assurance that the doorway glass is level with the lower levels of the windows' glass: Baker questioned what authority the City has to enforce Design Review recommendations. Staff will report. C(2) The Design Review Committee requests a work session with members of the City Council to discuss the Minipark design and design considerations in the marketing of a portion of the Minipark. When preliminary design ideas and bidding materials are prepared, the Design Review Committee will be invited to discuss the issue with the City Council at an informal session. Staff will report back re scheduling of this matter. Moved by Erdahl; seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-260, Bk. 84, pp. 931-932, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE EXECUTED BY ELSIE LINDER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber; seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-261, Bk. 84, pp. 933-938, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT NO. KC 9166 (FORMERLY NUMBER KC 9132), PROJECT N0. IAO22003, IOWA CITY IOWA. Affirma- tive roll call vote unan{mous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-262, Bk. 84, pp. 939-942, ACCEPTING LETTER FROM THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION CONCERNING THE IOWA CITY AIRPORT. Councilmembers Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 8 acknowledged the work done by Airport Mgr. Fred Zehr, City Attorney Robert Jansen, the Airport Commission, and the City Consultant on the agreement. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 84-263, Bk. 84, pp. 943-946, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl; seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 84-264, Bk. 84, p. 947, ORDERING PREPARATION OF FINAL PLAT AND SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unani- mous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-265, Bk. 84, pp. 948-952, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE TANGLE- WOOD/VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted, 5/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Zuber, Ambrisco, _Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: None. Abstaining: Baker. Absent: Strait. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-266, Bk. 84, p. 953, ORDERING PREPARATION OF FINAL PLAT AND SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENT FOR THE TANGLE- WOOD/VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted, 5/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Zuber. Nays: None. Abstaining: Baker. Absent: Strait. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt. RES. 84-267, Bk. 84 pp. 954-971, ADOPTING POLICIES AND TRANSITION PLAN FOR STRUCTURAL CHANGES THAT WILL ASSURE ACCESSIBILITY OF CITY OF IOWA CITY PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, AND FACILITIES TO HANDICAPPED PERSONS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 9 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to defer idefinitely consideration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an amendment to the FY85 funding agreement with the Mayor's Youth Employment Program redefining the employment status of the director. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, that items 21 thru 27 be considered and voted on in one motion. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 84-268, Bk. 84, pp. 972-973, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOY- MENT PROGRAM; RES. 84-269, Bk. 84, pp. 974-975, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE. RAPE VICTIM ADVOCACY PROGRAM; RES. 84-270, Bk. 84, pp. 976-977, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH; RES. 84-271, Bk. 84, pp. 978-979, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT; RES. 84-272, Bk. 84, pp. 980-981, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA CITY CRISIS INTERVENTION CENTER; RES. 84-273, Bk. 84, pp. 982-983, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR GN AN TO SID THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY; RES. 84-274, Bk. 84, pp. 984-985, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE WILLOWCREEK NEIGHBOR- HOOD CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. Moved by Baker, seconded by Dickson, to defer the ordinance amending Chapter 17 by revising the requirement for mainte- nance of public areas to include striping Official Actions September 25, 1984 Page 10 and marking of individual parking spaces. Baker requested wording be drafted to require hard surfaced parking lots, containing more than four parking spaces, be marked to indicate where the spaces are. Dickson and Erdahl agreed. Council - members McDonald, Zuber and Ambrisco stated they did not wish to pursue this matter. Councilmembers requested this matter be scheduled for informal discus- sion when councilmember Strait returns. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt. ORD. 84-3206, Bk. 23, pp. 228-230, AMENDING SECTIONS 25-60(c), 25-61 AND 25-64(c), Senior Center Com-, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unan1mous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to defer indefinitely considera- tion of an ordinance amending Sections 5-6(a) and 5-6(d) of the Code of Ordi- nances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, regarding the size of dance floors. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Baker, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn 9:10 PM. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously , 6/0, Strait absent. For a more detailed & complete description of Council Activities & Disbursements, see Offi a C' y rG1g k and Finance Department.. �G s/JOHN CDONAL , MAYOR s/MARIAN K. KARR CIT CLERK mCcua�<i •r�. ,ter.:/ Submitted for publication on 10/4/84 COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES September 25, 1984 Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker,Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Zuber. Absent: Strait. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Melling, Jansen, Karr, Franklin, Zehr, Holderness. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 84-C70, Side 1, 100 -End and Side 2, 1 -End; 84-C73, Side 1, 1-44. Mayor McDonald proclaimed October 7-13, 1984, as Fire Prevention Week and October 8-13, 1984, as Local Government Week. The Mayor announced the deletion of item 3b(1) Mayor's Youth Employment Board minutes and addition of three .items to the Consent Calendar: beer - wine license for and. Spud Food Shoppe; letter from Carl Nelson; and setting a public hearing on a request from Heritage Cablevision, Inc. for a rate increase. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, 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 req. mtg., 9/11/84, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Urban Environment Ad Hoc Conn. - 8/28/84; Parks and Recreation Comm. - 8/8 8/14/84; Design Review Comm. - 9/19/84. /84; Housing Appeals Bd. - Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving Class C Beer Permit for Bale Class C Wattdba Permitt'andood SundaySales 0 foruscatine QuikTripv Corporationoving dba SalesQuikTrip for/L&M Mighty shop, Inc.123 W. Benton.AdbaoL&Mg Mighty Shop, Inc.,Class C Beer�504 Sunday Bur- lington. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Control Products Company dba Central Pharmacy Center, 701 E. Davenport. RES. 84-259, Bk. 84, p. 930, REFUNDING CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving Class C Beer -Wine License for Schlo-Bar, Inc, dba Super Spud Food Shoppe, Old Capitol Center. Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,466,613.72 for the period of August 1 thru August 31, 1984, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Correspondence: Letters regarding Saturday lunch breaks for Iowa City transit drivers from: Don Roth, Peter Hayet, John Soukup, Frank DePirro, Kevin P. Haughton, Jim Surratt, Ann H. Tucker, Kenneth B. Barnett, Carl Nelson, with response letter from Asst. City Mgr. attached. Lee Staak, Chamber Parking Committee, regarding signage for parking ramps, referred to the Transportation Planner for reply. Mrs. Vivian H. Klotz regarding requirements for screened parking lots for Mercy Hospi- tal. Lynn Stonebarger and Kurt Schroeder regarding parking, referred to the City Mgr, for reply. The Arts Center regarding newspaper dispensing machines, referred to the City Mgr, for reply. Craig Hlas regarding commuter service between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, referred to the City Mgr, for reply. Heritage Communications, Inc., requesting a 401 rate Council Activities September 25, 1984 Page 2 increase in the basic monthly service rate, forwarded to the Broadband Telecommunications Conn. Linda Levey regarding the traffic situation at Melrose and Mormon Trek, referred to the Traffic Engr. for reply. Petition from 26 residents of Rochester and Hotz Avenues regarding maintenance of a two -block long alley, referred to the Public Works Dept. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Timothy Ganske to picket in front of the Enna Goldman Clinic on 9/15/84, approved. Kris Peterson to have the Dietetic Association 10-K and one mile race on 9/23/84, approved. Public Hearings: To set a public hearing for 11/6/84 on a request from Heritage Cablevision, Inc. for a basic service rate increase. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, that the rule requiring that ordi- nances 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. 84-3202, Bk. 23, pp. 210-212, AMENDING SECTION 36-88 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO BRING THE PROCEDURES THEREIN INTO COMPLIANCE WITH RECENT STATE LEGISLATION AMENDING CHAPTER 414 OF THE CODE OF IOWA, (legal publications), 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 Erdahl, seconded by Baker, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing for 10/23/84 on an ordinance to rezone 1220 and 1228 Third Avenue from RS -5 to RS -8. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Baker, to set a public hearing for 10/11/84 on an ordinance to amend Section 36-38, Airport Overlay Zones, of the Zoning Ordinance, at 7:30 PM, Johnson County Courthouse. Affirmative roll call unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to vacate a portion of the Mormon Trek Boulevard right-of-way located on the north side of Mormon Trek Boulevard between Plaen View Drive and the Iowa City corporate limits. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the screening require- ments of off-street parking. Staffinember Franklin presented a brief overview of the proposed ordinance. Sr. Mary Venarda, Mercy Hospital Administrator, appeared. Council Activities September 25, 1984 Page 3 Moved by Zuber, seconded by Baker, to accept the recommendation of denial from the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding a request to rezone 3.5 acres north of Iowa City from A-1 to RS. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, seconded by Erdahl, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be sus- pended, the first and second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3203, Bk. 23, pp. 213-216, TO AMEND THE FLOOD HAZARD OVERLAY ZONE, SECTION 36-31(c) AND (d) TO ADOPT NEW FLOOD MAPS AND A NEW FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3204, BK. 23, PP. 217-225, TO AMEND THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A CERTIFICATE OF NO MATERIAL EFFECT AND MODIFY PROCEDURES FOR DESIGNATING HISTORIC DISTRICTS, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, 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. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consid- eration and vote be waived and that ORD. 84-3205, Bk. 23, pp. 226-227, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING THE PROVISIONAL USE LANGUAGE FOR DWELLINGS IN THE CB -2 ZONE, 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 Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. A public hearing was held to consider a proposed amendment to Chapter 18-32(d)(2), Human Rights, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City. No one appeared. Linda Donelson, R.R. 3, presented a letter of concerns re the proposed downtown mini -liquor store. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Baker, to accept the correspondence as presented. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Lill Hallberg, 613 Manor Drive, also appeared re the proposed mini -liquor store. Staff will investigate Council jurisdiction on this matter and notify Donelson and Hallberg if Council would be scheduling the matter for informal discussion. Council Activities September 25, 1984 Page 4 The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Resources Conservation Comm. - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 1/1/86. Mayor's Youth Employment Bd. - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 4/15/86. These appointments will be made at the 11/6/84 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Erdahl, to reappoint Robert C. Carlson, 1122 Penkridge Dr., to the Bd, of Appeals for a five-year term ending 12/31/89; to appoint Leroy D. Butler, 1250 Baker St., to the Bd. of Examiners of Plumbers for a two-year term ending 12/31/86, master plumber; to reappoint William Coen, 313 N. Mt. Vernon Dr. and appoint Geri Hall, 1232 Teg Drive to the Senior Center Comm. for three-year terms ending 12/31/87; to reappoint Ron Vogel, 307 3rd Ave., and re -advertise the three remaining vacancies to the Resources Conservation Come. for a three-year term ending 1/1/88. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Councilmember Baker noted a public hearing tomorrow evening, 9/26, in the Public Library, when the Council Ad Hoc Environmental Committee would hear citizen input re particular areas that should be protected from development. Baker questioned if a majority of Councilmembers wished to reconsider the ordinance increasing parking fines to $3. Councilmembers decided to wait until they reviewed projections/results of the downtown parking study before discussing rescheduling the matter for Council action. The City Manager stated Council should receive the study in late October. Councilmember Ambrisco noted the upcoming reception sponsored by the University of Iowa College of Business Administration honoring the years of service by Council- member/Dean Ernie Zuber. Ambrisco acknowledged the Chicago Cubs as National League -Eastern Division Champions. Ambrisco requested staff inspect a vehicle parked in the front yard at 230 N. Dubuque. Councilmember Dickson noted the open house of the new Emergency Housing Project on Gilbert Street. Recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Commission noted as follows: (1) That a primary recreational facility (an entire softball/soccer complex) be developed, as opposed to separate facilities in separate locations. (2) That the City Council not accept the gift of riverfront land at Sturgis Corner because it is not functional. Recommendation of the Riverfront Commission noted as follows: (1) At its September 5 meeting the Iowa City Riverfront Commission discussed endorsing acceptance of the gift of a 50 foot wide strip of land along the west bank of the Iowa River adjacent to the Sturgis Corner development. On a unanimous vote the Riverfront Commission recommended that the City Council accept this land donation with the condition that there be no obligation to maintain the site in other than in its natural state. Commission members felt that acceptance of such a gift is consistent with the Riverfront Commission's goals as stated in the Stanley Iowa River Corridor Study and the Iowa River Corridor Buffer and Trail System. This action is also consistent with the Riverfront Commission's position when this proposed gift was first evaluated in 1977. The minutes of the September 5 meeting will be included in the agenda for the Council meeting of October 9. The City Mgr, stated the matter would be to Council shortly with representatives of both Commissions present. Council Activities September 25, 1984 Page 5 Recommendations of the Design Review Committee noted as follows: C(1) The Design Review Committee recommends the approval of the design of Rocky Rococo Pizza parlor at 118 S. Dubuque Street and in particular, the awning intrusion into the City Plaza airspace because it adds variety and interest to the downtown area. The Committee adds it recommendation is contingent upon: (1) some kind of acceptable grid -pane work in the front windows; (2) the pane -grid being painted; and (3) assurance that the doorway glass is level with the lower levels of the windows' glass. Baker questioned what authority the City has to enforce Design Review recommendations. Staff will report. C(2) The Design Review Committee requests a work session with members of the City Council to discuss the Minipark design and design considerations in the marketing of a portion of the Minipark. When preliminary design ideas and bidding materials are prepared, the Design Review Committee will be invited to discuss the issue with the City Council at an informal session. Staff will report back re scheduling of this matter. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-260, Bk. 84, pp. 931-932, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE EXECUTED BY ELSIE LINGER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Zuber, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 84-261, Bk. 84, pp. 933-938, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE ANNUAL CONTRIBU- TIONS CONTRACT NO. KC 9166 (FORMERLY NUMBER KC 9132), PROJECT NO. IAO22003, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 84-262, Bk. 84, pp. 939-942, ACCEPTING LETTER FROM THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION CONCERNING THE IOWA CITY AIRPORT. Councilmembers acknowledged the work done by Airport Mgr. Fred Zehr, City Attorney Robert Jansen, the Airport Commission, and the City Consultant on the agreement. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. 1 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 84-263, Bk. 84, pp. 943-946, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESS- MENT PROJECT 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 84-264, Bk. 84, p. 947, ORDERING PREPARATION OF FINAL PLAT AND SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution i adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-265, Bk. 84, pp. 948-952, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE TANGLEWOOO/VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald. Nays: None. Abstaining: Baker. Absent: Strait. Council Activities September 25, 1984 Page 6 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adopt RES. 84-266, Bk. 84, p. 953, ORDERING PREPARATION OF FINAL PLAT AND SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENT FOR THE TANGLEWOOD/VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Ambrisco, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Zuber. Nays: None. Abstaining: Baker. Absent: Strait. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt. RES. 84-267, Bk. 84, pp. 954-971, ADOPTING POLICIES AND A TRANSITION PLAN FOR STRUCTURAL CHANGES THAT WILL ASSURE ACCESSIBILITY OF CITY OF IOWA CITY PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, AND FACILITIES TO HANDICAPPED PERSONS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to defer idefinitely consideration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an amendment to the FY85 funding agreement with the Mayor's Youth Employment Program redefining the employment status of the director. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, that items 21 thru 27 be consid- ered and voted on in one motion. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 84-268, Bk. 84, pp. 972-973, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM; RES. 84-269, Bk. 84, pp. 974-975, AUTHOR- IZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE RAPE VICTIM ADVOCACY PROGRAM; RES. 84-270, Bk. 84, pp. 976-977, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT. WITH THE UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH; RES. 84-271, Bk. 84, pp. 978-979, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT; RES. 84-272, Bk. 84, pp. 980-981, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA CITY CRISIS INTERVENTION CENTER; RES. 84-273, Bk. 84, pp. 982-983, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY; RES. 84-274, Bk. 84, pp. 984-985, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT OF THE FY85 FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE WILLOW - CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. Moved by Baker, seconded by Dickson, to defer the ordinance amending Chapter 17 by revising the requirement for maintenance of public areas to include striping and marking of individual parking spaces. Baker requested wording be drafted to require hard surfaced parking lots, containing more than four parking spaces, be marked to indicate where the spaces are. Dickson and Erdahl agreed. Councilmembers McDonald, Zuber and Ambrisco stated they did not wish to pursue this matter. Councilmembers requested this matter be scheduled for informal discussion when Councilmember Strait returns. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried, 6/0, Strait absent. Council Activities September 25, 1984 Page 7 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt. ORD. 84-3206, Bk. 23, pp. 228-230, AMENDING SECTIONS 25-60(c), 25-61 AND 25-64(c), Senior Center Comm., OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Strait absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to defer indefinitely considera- tion of an ordinance amending Sections 5-6(a) and 5-6(d) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, regarding the size of dance floors. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 6/0, Strait absent. Moved by Baker, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn 9:10 PM. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously ,'6/0, Strait absent. JOHN MCDONALD, KAYOIT �i I MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK I - 35 Informal Council Discussion October 2, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: October 2, 1984, at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Baker, Ambrisco, Zuber, Dickson, Strait. Absent: Erdahl. Staff Members Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Franklin, Schmeiser, Showalter, Hauer, Smith. Tape Recorded: Reel 84-C72, Side 2, 39 -End; 84-C74, Side 1, All, Side 2, Executive Session Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Zuber, to adjourn to Executive Session 1) to discuss as a public employer, strategy regarding collective bargaining with City employee organizations; as such discussion is exempted from the provi- sions of chapter 28A according to chapter 20.17(3). 2) 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 and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. 3) to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned to closed session, 6:30 P.M. Councilmember Dickson left the meeting for discussion of the first item, collective bargaining, and returned at 6:35 P.M. for discussion of the other two matters. Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to recess the Executive Session, return to open session, and reconvene if necessary to Executive Session later this evening. The Mayor declared the motion to recess carried unanimously, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Council returned to open session, 7:25 P.M. Minimum Open Space Planning staff Don Schmeiser and Karin Franklin, and Parks and Recreation Dir. Dennis Showalter and Commission Chair Fred Riddle present for discus- sion. Berlin said that City has been split into districts according to present available open spaces and existing parks. In response to McDonald, Franklin said that City staff will decide whether individual developers must give land or pay a fee toward establishment of open space or both. Franklin said that neighborhood open spaces must meet minimum standards as specified in Showalter's September 28, 1984 memo. A flat play area must be provided. The open space should be a contiguous piece of land. The land is dedicated as public space. Franklin added that the proposal is based on adopting an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan which would make the open space ordinance 1.•35 legally defensible. Zuber noted that Showalter's memo has minor mathematical errors. Zuber said that only a few districts are deficient in open space and he reviewed those that don't need immediate action because of the existence of excessive park land. McDonald said that the staff proposal must be acted upon in its entirety and not district by district. Zuber noted that overall the Parks and Recreation Report is a good one. Franklin said in response to a comment made by Zuber that perhaps some provision should exist in case of rezoning effects on a district. Zuber and Baker discussed current and future population estimates. In response to Strait, Franklin explained the fee structure in Section 5B of the proposal. She said that the $110/250 square foot fee would provide funds to acquire open space at an average land cost of ;19,000 per,acre. In response to Strait, Franklin explained that a 20 acre development would cost the developer up to $9,000 for open space depending upon how much park land could be dedicated in the development. Land unusable for any purpose could be acceptable for park land at the discretion of the Council. Franklin said that the heart of developable land shouldn't be set aside for park land. In response to Strait, Franklin said that ecologically fragile areas could be set aside for open space. In response to Baker, Franklin said that there are no site specific plans for locations of parks but general criteria for location is stated. Franklin said that. the 2.3 occupancy rate/dwelling unit is based on national standards and is realistic for Iowa City. Franklin said that if an area has already been developed beyond 33%, open space would have to be developed. If an area meets the minimum open space requirement, additional land would not have to be dedicated even though the existing park is not in the ideal location. Franklin said that districts were drawn to avoid such problems where pos- sible. In response to Zuber, Franklin said that a policy needs to be formu- lated to decide if a district must continue to pay the $110 fee after it has surpassed the minimum open space requirement. Franklin said that the open space deficit is based on full development of the district so that an individual district won't be required to fulfill its entire minimum open space requirement until the district itself is developed to the full pro- jected population. Berlin added that districts don't have to pay the fee once their need for park land is met because there is little legal basis for such payments if the areas don't benefit from the fees paid. Showalter noted that this proposal only creates neighborhood parks not city wide or community parks. In response to Ambrisco, Franklin said that this proposal does not include park land dedication in fully developed areas. Franklin went on to say that areas with an apparent excess of park land have large city wide parks as well as neighborhood parks. Zuber noted that by staff figures, the City is almost 300 acres short of park land. Franklin said that some develop- ers have been included in the development of the park land proposal. Berlin said that although other cities use the mandatory park land dedication, the mechanics of this proposal are unique to Iowa City. Ambrisco said that the public should have a full opportunity to debate the proposal. Dickson said that the proposal is a plan for the future, much like buying an insurance policy. I-55 The Council will continue discussion on the issues at a later informal Council meeting and decided not to return to Executive Session this evening. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adjourn the Executive Session, previously recessed. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Erdahl absent. (8:15 P.M.). New Liquor Store in Iowa City Reel 84-C74, Side 1 McDonald stated that the City Council has the following options: 1) not take a formal position which would leave the 1978 City Council letter on record with the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department, 2) take a position stating that it is not a good idea to locate a liquor store in downtown Iowa City, or 3) take a neutral position stating that the Council will abide by the decision of the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department. McDonald said that he disagrees with a couple of the locations proposed and questions the long-term economics of locating a, store in the downtown area. Zuber stated that action by the Council will have little affect on the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department, the decline of the University population and increase of the drinking age will have a tremendous affect on the profits of the liquor store, and parking problems will be created. Strait said it is incumbent upon the City Council to make a statement opposing a mini -liquor store in the downtown area. Helling reviewed the copy of the bid request and stated that the public hearing was held to determine the location of the liquor store within the boundaries of Madison, Gilbert, Jefferson and Burlington Street. Baker said that students surveyed in his classes were indifferent. He stated that the bigger problem is with the number of liquor licenses issued and the total number of bars located in the downtown area. Baker stated that he is not opposed to a liquor store downtown but is concerned about particular locations creating parking problems. Ambrisco stated the real problem is with the local bar specials (double bubble hours, two-for-one drink spe- cials), parking problems will be created, and the Council should send a letter to the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department to supersede the 1978 letter. Ambrisco said Iowa City may need another liquor store but not in the downtown area. Dickson said a letter should be sent opposing a liquor store downtown. Berlin reported that he and the Police Chief do not see any benefit accrued to locating a liquor store downtown. McDonald stated a majority of Councilmembers favored sending a letter to the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Commission stating that the downtown area is not the most desirable location for a new liquor store. Public input was received from Rev. Roy Wingate supporting the Council's decision to send a letter opposing the downtown location. Mrs. Frieda Hieronymous stated the Council should consider a downtown location to allow people to purchase liquor without having to drive. First Capital Development Corporation Progress Report Reel 84-C74, Side 1 Ray Muston distributed copies of an October 2, 1984 economic development report. Muston noted factors that impact on Iowa City's economic develop- ment, including changing economic conditions, changing student population and 1-35 4 the Iowa City/Johnson County image. He stated that "Iowa is not perceived by business and industry decision makers as a state for economic development or expansion." Three major steps have been achieved: I) creation of First Capital Develop- ment Corporation, 2) creation of the technical incubation center of the University of Iowa, and 3) the organization of the small business development center by the University of Iowa College of Business. Muston reported that Iowa does not rate very well as a state supportive of business climate and expansion. The state and local tax structures, labor availability, responsiveness to business needs, cost of property, transporta- tion, IRBs, and the sewer infrastructure are important factors in location decisions of high growth industries. Muston emphasized the need for Council to take a pro -active position on what the community wants so that he can quickly respond to prospective businesses. Responsiveness is a key issue. Council Time Reel 84-C74, Side 2 1. McDonald stated that Iowa City Attorney Robert Jansen has resigned effective December 31, 1984. A selection and screening process will be developed. McDonald recommended appointing a new committee to evaluate the City Attorney position (full time vs. part time) and to screen the applicants. 2. In response to Zuber, Jansen stated that the Pilots' Association had filed a Certificate of Readiness for trial, the City objected to it, and the Pilots' Association then filed an objection to the City's objection. A hearing is scheduled for the City's objection to the trial certifi- cate. 3. Council directed staff to proceed with annexing Willow Creek Court frontage road. 4. In response to Baker, Berlin will contact City Police Chief about the recent graffiti vandalism occurring in Iowa City. Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. =.35 -r-,36 Informal Council Discussion October 8, 1984 Informal Council Discussion: October 8, 1984, 6:30 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Ambrisco, Baker, Strait, Zuber, Erdahl (6:35). Absent: Dickson. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Zehr, Knight, Vitosh, Miller. Tape-recorded: Reel 84-C75, Sides 1 and 2, all, 84-C76, Side 1, 1-209. AWARD: Reel 84-C75, Side 1 Berlin said that Iowa City has received an award from the Government Finance Officers Association for distinguished budget presentation. Councilmembers congratulated Rosemary Vitosh and the Finance Department. PLANNING AND ZONING: Reel 84-C75, Side 1 { Set a public hearing for October 23 1984 on the proposed rezoning of property located at 209 Myrtle Avenue from RS -8 to RM 20. No discussion. Cpt a nublic hearina for October 23. 1984, on a .proposed amendment to the were Approve the preliminary and final Large Scale Non -Residential Development lam for R -Plaza Phase 2 located at 463 Ht hwa 1 West. Knight noted that is is or' offices nd mint -ware ouses. in response to Strait, Knight said that the FAA has stated concerns re this development. McDonald said that the airport is eligible for FAA funding once again, but the funding is not guaranteed. Strait said he is inclined to vote against the project. In response to McDonald, Jansen said that he has not had further communication from the FAA on this item since the August 14th letter. Jansen said that the FAA does not have authority over this type of issue if it complies with the local overlay ordinances and this project is in compliance. The FAA does act in an advisory role but their consideration of grant application always remains in question. In response to McDonald, Jansen said that he has had brief discussion with the FAA about this project when the FAA stressed that it only acts in an advisory role. Jansen advised the Council that there are certain legal consequences that do arise from a development application such as this one. There could be other similar applications filed. Jansen said that the applicant's attorney has informed him that a denial of the applica- tion could result in litigation against the City because current requirements are being met. Jansen said that other options available to the Council should perhaps be discussed in executive session within the land acquisition category. Jansen said that the Council may defer action on their October 9th formal meeting but not indefinitely and only with stated rationale. He added that the next joint meeting with the Johnson County Board of Supervisors does not have any impact on this decision. In response to Baker, Jansen said the FAA was not only furnished copies of the new airport overlay zone require- ments but Iowa City representatives have gone to Kansas City to discuss the ordinance with the FAA and they did not receive complaints about the ordi- I.3(� nance at that time. The FAA has the power to do more than just withhold grant money from the airport. Zehr reviewed FAA funding which is an expected part of the 20 year airport master plan. Zehr said that the Airport Commis- sion hasn't specifically discussed the proposed new development. Jansen said that there is a sharp distinction between the previous Ranshaw development and this new one. The previous building houses apartments which is an assemblage of people while the current proposal introduces relatively few people into the clear zone. William Sueppel, attorney for the developer, reviewed a map of the airport overlay zone. He stated that the Ranshaw proposal complies with all Iowa City ordinances. Sueppel said that while this proposal needs Council approval for the LSNRD, there are two other applications for building permits for similar uses in the clear zone that will be reviewed administratively and that won't need Council review. A major development is also planned in the Johnson County portion of the clear zone. Sueppel reviewed the history of Ranshaw's attempts to develop this property. He said that Ranshaw has complied with the reduced uses imposed by the City. Berlin said that the City continues to receive building permit applications in the clear zone and as long as those applications comply with all the rules, regulations, and ordinances, the building staff will have to issue permits. Sueppel pointed out that an LSNRD that meets all requirements shouldn't be handled any differently than any other building permit application. Sueppel said that he has a letter from the FAA in response to their request for the obstruction permit stating that the plan does not violate the FAA obstruction guidelines. He said that the FAA letter adds paragraphs that could affect every property in the airport clear zone in either Iowa City or Johnson County. Jansen said that although other properties are in the clear zone, this matter must be decided on the information before the Council. Knight read the FAA's letter which states, "We discourage the erection of any structures within runway clear zones." Knight noted the Zoning Ordinance's list of prohibited uses. In response to Erdahl, Sueppel said that offices are essentially one-person offices. Erdahl said the City has made every effort to satisfy FAA desires about the clear zone use. In response to Ambrisco, Zehr said that the University Hospital does not need a clear zone for its heliport because of helicopters' vertical take -off capacity. Erdahl said he doesn't want to discuss any public policy questions regarding the R -Plaza resolution in executive session unless they are dealing with pending litigation. Jansen said he will advise the Council at the end of the meeting about an executive session. An ordinance to amend the screening requirements for off-street parking. No discussion. ion of the Mormon W4 ussion. McDonald announced the resignation of City Planner Bruce Knight. Knight will be the planning coordinator for Liberty, Missouri. Councilmembers noted their appreciation for Knight's service to the City. SPACE STUDY PROPOSAL: Reel 84-C75, Side 1 Harvey Miller, staff coordinator of the space study, stated that the space proposal is the result of a three year process studying the space problems and needs for the Iowa City administrative, police, and fire departments. Architect Roy Neuman said that space in the present Civic Center is inade- quate and unaccessible to handicapped persons, police and fire departments have immediate needs for more space, the Civic Center should be expanded to accommodate the present and future needs of all departments, and expansion of the Civic Center could include the consideration of the shortage of long-term parking in the downtown area. The Police Department presently has 5,250 net square feet with an immediate need for 7,600 square feet. The Fire Depart- ment has 6,350 square feet and needs 13,500 square feet. Neuman reviewed the proposal for renovating the Civic Center and adding an expanded facility. The proposal includes expanding the Fire Department by building in the corner adjacent to the Fire Department garage, building a new Police Department on the north end of the current facility - a three-story building, and constructing a parking ramp with the lower floor accommodating office area. The Police Department building would be located five feet from the Unitarian Church. Police cars would enter on Van Buren Street and exit on Iowa Avenue. Neuman presented the design plans and perspective drawings for the renovation and expansion. Strait recommended designing the foundation to allow for future construction of additional stories. Neuman said plans were designed for a 20 year program and have built-in flexibility and expandability. In response to Zuber, Neuman said that the expansion plans includes space for the departments currently located in the Davis Building and the fire trucks will still be backing in off Gilbert Street. Neuman explained that it would be preferable to build an additional story above ground rather than a basement. Rosemary Vitosh said parking would be expanded by 135 spaces. Berlin stated that the survey of parking needs should be reviewed before final decisions are made. Vitosh noted that the expansion project uses parking revenue bonds to finance the shell of the building for the adminis- trative offices in the first level of the parking ramp. Vitosh stated $3.5 million (of the E6 million total project cost) will be financed through parking revenue bonds. Ambrisco said that he wanted more information about congregate housing, the 64a parcel, and the impact on losing parking spaces behind the old library. Berlin said the Council will receive the parking study next and congregate housing information will be presented within 30 to 60 days. ACCESSIBILITY OF INFORMAL COUNCIL MEETINGS: Reel 84-C75, Side 2 McDonald explained that informal Council meetings will no longer be held in the Civic Center Conference- Room because of problems of accessibility. Councilmembers discussed meeting room options, including using the library, the Senior Center, and the Civic Center Council Chambers. Council decided to meet in the Council Chambers utilizing a roundtable discussion format. Berlin noted that the audience may have problems with hearing the Council discus - .3b 4 sion. Vitosh said notices will be sent to the Iowa City boards and commis- sions requesting meetings be held in locations accessible to handicapped persons. COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA: Reel 84-C76, Side 1 1. Councilmembers welcomed the Boy Scout Troop #212 to their meeting. 2. Strait said the Environmental Ad Hoc Committee held a public hearing and will be making a policy statement to the Council soon. 3. In response to Strait, McDonald said that the regulating of activities along the Iowa River will be scheduled for an informal discussion. 4. Helling stated the Council received a memo regarding: alternatives for changes in the roomers ordinance, in response to request from Good News Bible Church. Council agreed to refer the alternatives to Planning and Zoning for recommendations re extension of the grace period. 5. Strait requested information about the number of employees, their responsibilities, revenue, and financing of department function in the Planning and Program Department. APPOINTMENTS: Senior Center: Martha B. Kaeffer Board of Electrical Examiners and Appeals: Patrick Moore, Jr. Parks and Recreation: Cindy Alvarez and Karen Hradek Human Rights Commission: Harold Wielbrenner, Patricia Farrant, and Phyllis Doane Board of Adjustment: Councilmembers were evenly split on the two applicants. A decision will be made when Councilmember Dickson is present. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The City Attorney reported that the Executive Session will not deal with R Plaza and time will be scheduled for further discussion in open session. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Zuber, to adjourn to executive session under Section 20, Collective Bargaining, to discuss as a public employer, strategy regarding collective bargaining with City employee organizations, as such discussion is exempted from the provisions of Chapter 28A according to Chapter 20.17(3). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned to Executive Session, 8:10 P.M. Executive Session adjourned 9:10 p.m. 1-3(o