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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
January 3, 1983
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: January 3, 1983, 4:30 P.M. in the Conference Room
at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Knight, Franklin,
Hencin, Carroll, Karr, Hayek, Hauer, Kucharzak.
TAPE-RECORDED: Reel 82-24, Side 1, 282-2072.
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 282-375
Rezoning 655 Highway 6 Bypass East-Fleetwav Stores Public hearing will be set for
2/1/83 on change from M1 to C2. Staff and P & Z Commission recommend approval.
Neuhauser noted the number of rezoning recently and questioned whether they couldn't
be done all at one time, instead of store by store in the same area. Knight will
investigate, draft of Comprehensive Plan recommends whole area zoned commercial.
Vacated ortion of Maiden Lane Knight commented on the history behind this public
hearing. Appraisal price for the property was $26,500, current offer of $10,000.
Immediately after the public hearing, item number C, is a resolution authorizing
the sale. Unless there was strong opposition at the public hearing, Knight recom-
mended action be taken to approve the sale. Knight noted the problem with access
if the area were sold to someone other than the current bidder.
Ord: rezoning 505 Burlington Street (Rosebud) Knight noted the letter from the
applicant, John Moreland, requesting the reading be waived and the ordinance adopted
at this meeting. Moreland present for discussion.
LSRD Iowa Illinois Manor 505 Burlin ton Street Franklin explained that P & Z
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recommenapprove w t a waiver o showing existing contours. A sidewalk along
Van Buren and easement for public access and water line underneath the sidewalk is
being provided by the applicant. Sanitary sewer is being moved at City request to
avoid infringement. Franklin noted the ordinance rezoning the property must be
acted upon first, the readings waived, and then this resolution considered.
HARRISON STREET VACATION 375-760
Supervisors Sehl, Donnelly, Myers, Langenberg, Ockenfels; Architect Roy Neumann;
County Atty. Pat White present for discussion. Neumann presented plans and lay-
out of proposed tr-level administration building. The Court House.would be used
to house the County Attorney and other court related functions. only. The County
requested Harrison Street be vacated for construction. Councilmembers discussed
the parking problems surrounding the Court House and the impact of closing the
street on three private dwellings on the street. Balmer expressed concern re the
rental properties and the shortage of parking. Lynch requested an appraisal be
done on the street and Councilmembers agreed. County Atty. White distributed a
draft Memorandum of Agreement re real estate that would need to be signed by the
City and County to enable County to proceed with further plans with Neumann.
The proposal will be routed to the City Atty. and other staffinembers for review.
The City Manager stated the matter should be ready for consideration in two weeks.
Neumann will furnish the City with set of plans for review. Also discussed was
Cthe matter of County offices in the former Sabin school building.
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BLOCK 64 HOTEL/DEPARTMENT STORE PROJECTS (Hauer, Hayek) 760-1065
City Manager Berlin advised Council of two aspects being requested for considera-
tion by Mr. Beck representing Hilton. The first one involves the possibility of
re -configuring the department store to allow for 25 additional feet for the hotel.
If this could.not be done without re -bidding the parcel Mr. Beck would like to
proceed without the change and develop. A Coordination Committee is being held
Wednesday night to discuss this in relationship to today's opinion by Atty. Hayek.
The.other aspect is the request by Beck to enter an agreement with Armstrong's to
transfer their interest in the department store parcel to Beck (Hilton), they would
then purchase the store site and enter into an agreement with Armstrong's that
would allow Armstrong's the first right of refusal on the development but would also
allow Beck the right to proceed to attract other department stores. Atty. Hayek
stated that he did not think the City could legally permit either request in the
fashion proposed. He and the City Manager recommended the preferred developer be
named for the hotel site and that a letter be sent to Armstrong's giving them 30
days to act affirmatively on the Parcel 64-1a or the City could terminate the
j preferred developer designation. Consensus of the Council was to proceed with the
naming of the hotel developer and to write a letter to Armstrong's re the preferred
developer designation.
CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH PROPERTY (Kucharzak) .. 1065-1727
Supt. David Cronin, Atty. John Cruise,"School Bd. President'Lynrie Cannon, and
Architect Roy Neumann present for discussion. City Manager Berlin outlined two
possible alternatives for resolving the ownership question. The first alternative
would have the City use its power to control the use of the property and decide
there is a "public use" for the south half of the property. The "public use" could
be congregate housing for elderly too frail to live alone but not in need of
nursing home care. The school board can take bids on both halves, specify that a
bid -for congregate housing on the south half will be preferred over others, and
take the highest bid for the north half with the only limits being imposed by City
zoning laws. The second alternative is for the City to buy the south half from the
school board at a discount. The City could then re -sell the�orooerty for development,
of congregate housing. Majority of Councilmembers present favored the first alterna-
tive but would consider the second if the first doesn't work. Housing Director
Kucharzak and Architect Newmann presented preliminary plans on a congregate housing
building that could be built by a private developer on the south half of the property.
HUMAN SERVICE AGENCIES
The Mayor reminded those present of the upcoming joint City Council/County Board of
Supervisors public hearing on funding of human service agencies to be held on
January 19th. The format would be similar as in the past with each agency giving a
brief 5 -minute presentation followed by questions.
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CITY CLERK POSITION
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Consensus ofCouncil was to advertise as per Human Relations Director memo of
December 16, 1982. Advertisements would run for three weeks in 2-3 major Iowa
newspapers and notice of the vacancy would be sent to City Clerk's offices in
the top 15-20 Iowa cities. Councilmember Lynch and Mayor Neuhauser will serve
on the interviewing committee. Carroll will serve as a non-voting member.
Salary and residentency requirements will be discussed at a later time.
COUNCIL BUSINESS (Hencin)
1. Balmer questioned the 3 -year timetable for item #10, Lower Ralston Creek
property and requested the time be shortened. Consensus of Council was to
shorten to 24 months. The change will be made in the Prospectus and other
bidding information. Majority of Councilmembers also agreed to bid Elm
Grove Park with the other parcels.
2. Balmer requested an update on the Iowa -Illinois franchise. City Manager
will schedule discussion for next week.
3. Erdahl announced he would be unable to attend the informal scheduled for
Monday, the 10th.
Meeting adjourned to executive session, 6:55 P.M.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
January 3, 1983
EXECUTIVE SESSION: January 3, 1983, 6:55 P.M. in the Conference Room at the
Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Perret,
Neuhauser. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Vitosh, Jansen,
Carroll, Rynecki .
TAPE-RECORDED ON REEL 82-27, Side 1, 2230-3217.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn to executive sessions for
two reasons under Section 28A.5, 1) to discuss strategy with counsel in matters
that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its
disclosure woule be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the
governmental body in that litigation, and 2) to discuss as a public employer,
strategy regarding collective bargaining with City employee organizations; as .
such discussion is emempted from the provisions of Chapter 28A according to
Chapter 20.17(3). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Erdahi, to adjourn, 7:50 P.M. The Mayor declared
the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
January 4, 1983
EXECUTIVE SESSION: January 4, 1983, 7:55 P.M. in the Conference Room at
the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret. Absent: Erdahl. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling,
Jansen; Boyle, Carroll, Rynecki, Karr.
TAPE-RECORDED ON REEL 82-27, Side 1, 3217 -End.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn to executive session
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, Erdahl absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn, 8:20 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 6/0, Erdahl absent.
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
JANUARY 10, 1983
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: January 10, 1983, 4:30 P.M. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, McDonald, Lynch, Neuhauser,
Perret. Absent: Erdahl. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling,
Jansen, Karr, Franklin.
TAPE-RECORDED on Reel 82-26, Side 1, 1-1457,
City Manager announced the starting time of the Iowa game had changed.
Consensus of Council was to meet on Saturday as scheduled, but to move the
starting time to 7:00 a.m. Schedule will be adjusted accordingly.
FY84 Goals and Objectives were discussed (see attached). In addition to
the objectives listed on the Council Program Division Statement, 12 other
tentative objectives we not included as a result of Council's informal
discussion. Items wh?ch were discussed but not included on the PDS
include the following:
1. Adopt transit policy - this will be accomplished during FY83.
2. Increase police protection through additional staff and/or other
alternative methods - decisions in this regard will be made in
conjunction with preparation of the FY84 budget and will be
accomplished this year.
3. Define space needs and adopt plan - it was not anticipated that
decisions in this regard would be made during FY84.
4. Urban amenities - downtown improvements (Dubuque, Linn, Clinton,
Iowa Avenue) - these items will appear and be discussed as part of
the Capital Improvements Program.
5. Review/implement Bike Plan - review will occur during FY83.
Decisions regarding implementation will occur some time after that.
6. Develop policy for park acquisition - decisions regarding any policy
change will occur prior to FY84.
7. Form intergovernmental committee to address common concerns - this
has essentially been accomplished as a result of the Council's recent
meeting with the County Board of Supervisors.
8. Utilize vacant urban renewal space while awaiting development - It is
hoped that property will be taken down by the potential developer
prior to or soon after the beginning of FY84, thus making this
objective unnecessary.
9. Improve information and understanding regarding operational delays
in dealing with such delays - Council did not feel this was a
necessary priority to state as a specific objective.
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10. Improve public relations by staff in dealing with the public - it was
not felt necessary to make this a specific objective and it was noted
that City staff relations with the public appeared to be very good.
11. Selective implementation of Melrose Corridor Committee recommenda-
tions - this will be included in the Capital Improvements Program.
12. Develop informal guidelines regarding closed meetings - it was not
felt necessary to make this a specific objective.
Meeting adjourned 6:35.
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10. Improve public relations by staff in dealing with the public - it was
not felt necessary to make this a specific objective and it was noted
that City staff relations with the public appeared to be very good.
11. Selective implementation of Melrose Corridor Committee recommenda-
tions - this will be included in the Capital Improvements Program.
12. Develop informal guidelines regarding closed meetings - it was not
felt necessary to make this a specific objective.
Meeting adjourned 6:35.
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FUND: GENERAL
PROGRAM: POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION
CITY COUNCIL PURPOSE:
PROGRAM DIVISION STATEMENT
DEPARTMENT:
DIVISION:
CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL
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The City Council is a representative body elected by the citizens to formulate City policy and provide
general direction to the City Manager for implementation of that policy.
CITY COUNCIL GOAL:
Maintain and establish policy for the City administration to ensure effective planning and efficient
operation of all facilities, services and public improvement programs consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
1. Seek alternative sources of revenue (other than property taxes).
Emphasis will be toward passage of local option tax legislation in the State legislature, if not
already passed by June 30, 1983. The City Council legislative Committee, the Finance Director, and the
Assistant City Manager will pursue this.
2. Maintain current level of basic services.
The City Manager will ensure that current levels are maintained.
3. Develop long-range fiscal policies.
Overall long-range policy to be refined to more detail. A projection update will be provided for
Council during the first quarter of FY84 for consideration during the FY85 budget review. This will
includea fall -back position for the City in the event of significant cutbacks in Federal or State
funding. The City Manager and the Finance Director will be responsible.
4. Review service delivery to identify improved methods.
This is an ongoing function of the City Manager to be achieved in conjunction with efforts of
department and division heads. '
5. Minimize property tax increases.
This is an ongoing responsibility of the City Manager and the Finance Director when preparing budget
recommendations for the City Council.
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NEW OBJECTIVES:
1. Obtain funding for wastewater treatment plant or identify alternatives for ten year interim.
Possible interim alternatives to be presented to Council by September 30, 1983. This is the
i responsibility of the Study Committee, the consultant (Veenstra b Kim), and City staff.
2. Implementation of new zoning ordinance.
It 1s anticipated that this ordinance will be completed jgst prior to or soon after the beginning of
FY84. Implementation during FY84 will be largely the responsibility of Planning and Program
Development and Legal staff.
3. Development of urban renewal land.
Motel construction to begin first quarter at which time the status of the parcel for a Department Store
will be presented to Council for review. This will be coordinated by the City Manager.
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4. Execute Urban Fringe Agreement with County. i
This should be prepared and executed no later than September 30, 1983, as facilitated through the
Planning and Program Development and Legal departments and Council representatives Erdahl and
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McDonald.
S. Begin implementation of Economic Development Policy.
Council will be provided with proposed action steps no later than September 30, 1983, by the City
Manager.
! 6. Complete decisions regarding new Iowa -Illinois Gas 8 Electric Franchise.
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Recommendations from the Council representatives (Perret, Dickson) and Legal department to be
discussed and issues resolved no later than a time which will allow this item to be placed on the
general election ballot in November of 1983.
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7. Identify solutions for dealing with downtown parking.
Council to decide general direction these efforts will take during the first quarter of FY84. The City
Manager, Public Works Director, and Finance Director will be responsible for providing information and
alternatives consistent with this time frame.
B. Improved communications with Boards and Commissions and recognition of their accomplishments.
Alternatives include a recognition banquet (City Manager to explore funding alternatives with Chamber
of Commerce), more effective use of Cable Television for Boards and Commissions (City Manager and
appropriate staff to explore), and implementation. of a policy to insure timely communications of
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Council decisions or considerations to specific Boards and Commissions (City Manager to develop and
implement).
9. Begin Benton and Riverside Drive improvements.
Construction to be in progress during first quarter of FY84. Public Works Director to monitor progress
of 1DOT on this project.
10. Build better communications with University of Iowa students.
Initial communications with student organizations will be made by the Mayor.
11. Subdivision ordinance.
To be developed by staff following completion of the new Zoning Ordinance. Primarily the
responsibility of Planning and Program Development and Legal staff. Completion by the and of FY84.
12. New swimming pool.
Mayor Neuhauser and Councilmember Balmer will explore options and report to Council by
December 31, 1983.
13. Historic Preservation.
Historic Preservation Commission should be appointed prior to beginning of FY84. Planning and Program
Development staff will be responsible for implementation of the Commission function during FY84.
14. Facilitate development of 200 new housing units.
This is primarily contingent upon activity in the private sector. Council and City Manager will engage
in efforts to facilitate this end.
15. Review Council goals and objectives at 4 to 6 month intervals.
This will be accomplished through summary quarterly reports and the scheduling of informal review
sessions by the City Manager.
16. Facilitate construction of additional congregate housing.
Council and staff will continue to explore alternatives with the private sector and other governmental
agencies depending on available funding programs and potential construction sites.
17. Emphasize Energy Conservation in new developments.
Planning b Program Development staff will coordinate with the Planning b Zoning Commission and the
Resources Conservation Commission regarding incorpopating energy provisions into the new subdivision
ordinance.
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18. Implement information program about City functions.
The City Manager will continue to explore alterntives for a written or video produced Annual Report for
Iowa City, as well as other cable TV related options.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT:
City Council policy is carried out by all departments under direction of the City Manager. Achievement of
specific objectives is measured in the performance of departments/divisions individually and collectively.
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MINUTES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 1/18/83
The cost of publishing the following proceed-
ings & claims is $ Cumulative cost for
this calendar year for said publication is
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 1/18.83, 7:30
P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser
presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt
RES. 83-5, Bk. 76, p. 7, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION
FOR WALTER EVERMAN; RES. 83-6, Bk. 76, p. 8,
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR GEORGE WOOD; RES.
83-7, Bk. 76, p. 9, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR
DONALD WALTON; RES. 83-8, Bk. 76, p. 10, RESOLUTION
OF COMMENDATION FOR PAUL NUTT. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolutions
adopted and thanked the employees for their many
- years of service.
Mayor Neuhauser announced the addition of a
Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for
Jasper's to the Consent Calendar. Moved by
McDonald, seconded by Perret, that the following
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amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions,
1/4/83, as published, subject to correction,
j as recommended by the Acting City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions:
Planning & Zoning Comm.-11/4/82 & 12/2/82;
Parks and Recreation Comm.-12/15/82; Housing
Appeals Bd.-12/13/82; Human Rights Comm.-
12/13/82; Design Review Comm.-1/5/83;
Hotel/Department Store Coordinating Comm.-
1/5/83; Committee on Community Needs-1/5/83;
Housing Comm.-1/5/83.
Permit Motions and Resolution as Recom-
mended by the Acting City Clerk: Approving
Class C Liquor License for Smith & Company,
1210 Highland Ct. Approving Class C Liquor
License and Sunday Sales for Simmy's, 208 N.
Linn. Approving Class C Beer-Wine License
refund for The Breadline, 325 E. Washington.
RES. 83-9, Bk. 76, p. 11, ISSUING A CIGARETTE
PERMIT. Approving Class C Liquor License and
Sunday Sales for Jasper's, 18-20 S. Clinton.
Motions: Authorizing the City Engineer
to sign an application for the use of highway
right-of-way for the installation of guardrail
by the City of Iowa City, south of Highway '
6/218 just east of Valley Avenue.
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Official Actions
Resolutions, Bk. 76: RES. 83-10, p. 12,
January 18, 1983
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE FY83 ASPHALT
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RESURFACING PROJECT AS CONSTRUCTED BY L.L.
PELLING COMPANY, INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
RES. 83-11, p. 13, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
ACTING CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE
STATE GRANT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO SIGN THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY THE
COMPTROLLER OF IOWA FOR PAYMENT OF THE GRANT
AMOUNT BY THE STATE.
Correspondence: Mary C. Panther and 15
other signatures from residents of North
Westminister re problem with surface water.
The City Manager will reply after
investigation by Public Works staff.
Chairperson of the Committee on Community
Needs expressing appreciation for the
excellent work of the City staff. Lorna
Mathes objecting to change in zoning of
property at 109 S. Johnson, City Manager will
reply. Letters re the proposed changes in the
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Human Rights Ordinance: Margaret and Kenneth
MacDonald; Paul and Roberta Johnson; Lorna .
Mathes; Stanley Cross; Rebecca Arbogast, Emma
Goldman Clinic; Patricia Sheppard; Barbara
Davidlow; Nancy Combs; Mary Wyckoff; Kay
Tippery; Cyndie Jackson Franklin, Hillcrest
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Family Services; Jeanne Porter, Protection and
Advocacy for Developmentally Disabled
Persons; Benny E. Leonard, Systems Unlimited,
Inc.; Mike Townsend, Goodwill Industries;
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Thomas Mikelson, Unitarian Universalist
Society; Michael Blake; Verne R. Kelley,
Mental Health Center; Carol Thompson, Iowa
Department of Social Services; C.F. Kent Mark
Hamer, representing Greater Iowa City Area
Apartment Association; Norman Bailey; Steven
Hedlund; Iva Hilleman, Rentals by Ivette,
Inc.; Robert Osmundson; Kenneth E. Larsen;
John Hayek; Edwin K. Barker; Ted N. Kjaer.
Memo from the Traffic Engr. re loading zone
for Preucil School of Music, 524 N. Johnson.
Applications for Use of Streets and
Public Grounds: Jeffrey Renander for permis-
sion to picket in front of Emma Goldman Clinic
on 1/22/83 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon,
approved for 10-12 persons. Emma Goldman
Clinic for permission to use Blackhawk
Minipark and to march to Old Brick on 1/22/83,
approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion to consider the Consent Calendar carried.
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Official Actions Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to set
January 18, 1983 a public hearing for 2/15/83 on the 1983 Comprehen-
Page 3 sive Plan Land Use Update. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
A public hearing was held on the proposed
rezoning of Lot 26, Lyon's Second Addition, from C2
to R3A; located east of Van Buren Street, north of
Bowery Street, west of Johnson Street, and south of
Burlington Street. Atty. Cruise, representing the
owners (Furman and Nagle), appeared requesting
approval.
A public hearing was held on the proposed
rezoning of certain property located in the south-
east quadrant of the intersection of Gilbert and
Burlington Streets (Dorothy Maher property) from C2
to CBS. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the
ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE
SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSECTION OF GILBERT
AND BURLINGTON STREETS (DOROTHY MAHER PROPERTY)
FROM C2 TO CBS, be considered and given first vote
for passage. Staffinember Knight present for
discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the proposed
rezoning of Lots 3 and 4 in Lyman Cook's
Subdivision which are owned by the City of Iowa
City and located north of Ralston Creek Village and
east of Gilbert Street from C2 to CBS.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that
the ORDINANCE REZONING LOTS 3 AND 4 IN LYMAN COOK'S
SUBDIVISION WHICH ARE OWNED BY THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY AND LOCATED NORTH OF RALSTON CREEK VILLAGE AND
EAST OF GILBERT STREET FROM C2 TO CBS, be
considered and given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the vacation of a
portion of the alley directly east of Lot 4 in Lyman
Cook's Subdivision, Outlot 25.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the
ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF THE ALLEY DIRECTLY
EAST OF LOT 4 IN LYMAN COOK'S SUBDIVISION, OUTLOT
25, be considered and given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the disposition
of Lots 3 and 4 in Lyman Cook's Subdivision, Outlot
25 and the vacated portion of the Outlot 25 alley
adjacent to Lot 4.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to
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adopt RES. 83-12, Bk. 76, p. 14, AUTHORIZING AND
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DIRECTING THE SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO PURCHASE
LAND FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT ON LOTS 3, 4 AND A
PORTION OF VACATED ALLEY IN LYMAN COOK'S
SUBDIVISION OF OUTLOT 25 ORIGINAL TOWN. Balmer
questioned the procedure being used on bidding the
property prior to the rezoning becoming final.
Staffinember Hauer present for discussion. After
discussion, consensus of the Council was to have
the Prospectus reworded to indicate rezoning is in
progress. Affirmative roll call vote on the
resolution unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, that
the ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY
CLARIFYING THE LANGUAGE REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF
BUILDING PERMITS, ADDING A PENALTY SECTION AND
PERMITTING THE FINAL PLAT TO INCLUDE PART OF THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES ONLY, be
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considered and given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all i
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the disposition
of the Old Public Library (Block 63, O.T., Lots 3
and 4) to GWG Investments. Atty. Cruise appeared
representing the developers. Rev. Bob Welsh, 2526
Mayfield, appeared urging Council not to authorize
the sale of the old library at this time.
Individual Councilmembers expressed their views.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to
adopt RES. 83-13, Bk. 76, pp. 15-21, AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH
GWG INVESTMENTS FOR LOTS 1, 2, 3, AND 4 OF BLOCK 63
ORIGINAL TOWN (THE OLD PUBLIC LIBRARY AND ADJACENT
PARKING LOT). Individual Councilmembers discussed
provisions of the contract. Atty. Cruise appeared.
Staffinember Hauer present for discussion. After
discussion, moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald,
to amend the contract on page 2, provision 8, re
Parking Lot Lease Terms, to include the language,"
for period of time not to exceed 12 months from the
date of execution of this contract" after the words
"desired for lease" at the end of that section. The
Mayor declared the motion to amend the contract
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous on
the resolution as amended, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted
as amended.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to
accept the recommendation of the Johnson County
Board of Supervisors to reappoint Michael Kattchee
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Page 5 12/31/85. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmember5 present.
Councilmember Balmer requested an update on
the status of Highlander Sewer Agreement. City
Manager will discuss with the City Attorney and
report back. Dickson questioned the intersection
of Highway 1 and Sunset Street re lighting. City
Manager stated a memo would be in this week's
packet. Neuhauser reported on a recent phone call
from Governor Branstad's office re non -budget
recommendations that will be forwarded to the
Legislature. The Governor is interested in the
local option tax; fair play requirements; expanding
the use of industrial revenue bonds for research
facilities; and asking the Advisory Committee on
Inter -Governmental Relations to investigate tort
liability and see if there is a way the liability
could be lessened. McDonald requested the Urban
Fringe Committee report be scheduled for the A
informal Monday and that the Council review the
agreements reached at the meeting in January.
Erdahl questioned whether a letter had been sent
from the Committee to Johnson County Zoning Commis -
Sion. City Manager will investigate. Erdahl also
questioned the present status of the Planning and
Zoning By-laws. City Manager will report back.
Recommendations of the Housing Commission
noted as follows: (1) that an application for 25
additional units of Section 8 Existing, and that an
application for 100 units Elderly Public Housing be
prepared. No action by the Council is required at
this time. (2) that the unencumbered monies
returned from the sale of public housing land that
was earmarked by CCN for River City Housing Collec-
tive be given back to the Housing Commission for
further recommendation. City Manager will notify
Collective re discussion. (3) The Housing Commis -
Sion supports the City Council response to the
School Board on the disposal of the south half of
the block of Central Junior High for congregate
housing and further recommends that the bidding
documents for disposal of the site also consider
202 Elderly Housing, if an acceptable developer for
congregate housing cannot be found. (4) That if no
private developer comes forward to purchase the
pipeyard parcel, the City consider it for 202
Housing.
Recommendations of the Design Review Committee
noted as follows: (1) The Design Review Committee
recommends approval of the project plans for a
building to be built at 320 South Linn Street. The
Design Review Committee recognizes the builder's
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Page 6 as the builder's intent to use little or no signage
on the proposed structure to keep it inobtrusive in
the surrounding residential neighborhood. (2) The
Design Review Committee recommends approval of the
design plans for 13-15 South Dubuque Street.
Further, the Committee would like to note its
enthusiasm for the very professional design. The
Committee hopes the design for the new building
will serve as a stimulus and a guide for renovation
work performed on other surrounding buildings.
Recommendations of the Hotel/Department Store
Coordinating Committee noted as follows: (1) The
Committee endorses Hilton -Iowa City Partners as the
preferred developer for Parcel 64-1b, subject to
written confirmation that this bid is not dependent
upon receiving an extra 25 foot width on the
eastern boundary of the hotel parcel. (2) The
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the site (Hilton -Iowa City Partners and Integra -
Built) were very strong and financially capable
bids.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to
adopt RES. 83-14, Bk. 76, pp. 22-23, DESIGNATING
HILTON-IOWA
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DEVELOPER FOR IURBANARRE RENEWAL A64- bHE (HOTEL)INj DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY. Vernon Beck (Hilton -Iowa City
Partners) and Don Staley, Jr. (Integra -Built), and
staffinember Hauer present for discussion.
Councilmembers emphasized the importance of the
pedestrian access on Dubuque Street. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted
and noted appreciation for two very good hotel
bids.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt
RES. 83-15, Bk. 76, pp, 24-36, REGARDING THE
ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $250,000 IN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BONDS (GENE KROEGER PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF
INTENTION TO ISSUE, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
PROPOSAL TO ISSUE SAID BONDS AND AUTHORIZING
EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT. Moved by
Perret, seconded by Balmer, to approve the design
consistent with the recommendations from the Design
Review Committee. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. Council -members requested a review of new
construction/remodeling plan be scheduled at an
informal Council meeting before action is taken on
industrial revenue bonds in the future. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous on adoption of
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January 18, 1983 Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Page 7 Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to
adopt RES. 83-16, Bk. 76, pp. 37-49, REGARDING THE
ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $750,000 IN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BONDS (THE WILLIAMS COMPANY PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA, DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF
INTENTION TO ISSUE, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
PROPOSAL TO ISSUE SAID BONDS AND AUTHORIZING
EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT. Moved by
Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to approve the design
consistent with the recommendations of the Design
Review Committee. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous on
adoption of resolution, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 63-17, Bk. 76, p. 50, ESTABLISHING A
FARE POLICY FOR IOWA CITY TRANSIT. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Councilmember Balmer recalled the Resolutions
of Commendation that were adopted earlier in the
meeting and noted that three individuals from the
Water Division represented 74 years of combined
service.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to
adjourn, 9:20 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
A more complete description of Council activi-
tis is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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Iowa City Council, special meeting, February
2, 1983, 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the
Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Council -
members present: Balmer, Dickson, McDonald,
Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: Erdahl, Lynch.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to set a
public hearing for 3/8/83, at 7:30 P.M., in the
Council Chambers, on an ordinance amending Chapter
8.10, The Zoning Ordinance of the Municipal Code of
the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by rezoning the entire
R3A area of Manville Heights to RNC -20. The Mayor
stated that this action would prohibit the issuance
of building permits in the area for 60 days, it
would allow the Planning and Zoning Commission and
the City Council to consider whether the area in
question should be rezoned from R3A to RNC -20, and
it would allow proponents and opponents a fair
oportunity to present arguments at the public
hearing stage. She noted that the action does not
stop construction on legally issued building
permits or make R3A uses non -conforming. Atty.
William Lucas, representing Furman and Nolan,
appeared and voiced opposition to the setting of a
public hearing. The Mayor declared the motion
setting a public hearing carried unanimously, 5/0,
Erdahl and Lynch absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to refer
this proposed ordinance to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for its recommendation and that the
rezoning being proposed is pursuant to Code Section
8.10.32(A) whereby Council on its own motion may
rezone or propose an amendment to the zoning
ordinance. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 5/0, Erdahl and Lynch absent.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to
receive and place on file the correspondence from
Atty. William Lucas, representing Furman and Nolan.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
5/0, Lynch and Erdahl absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to
adjourn, 4:07 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 5/0, Erdahl and Lynch absent.
A more complete description of Council activi-
ties is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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s/MARIANJKARR, ACTING CITY CLERK
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JANUARY 18, 1983
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 1/18.83, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson,
Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Staffinembers present:
Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Knight, Hauer, Karr. Council minutes tape-
recorded on Tape 82-25 Side 2, 789-2465.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-5, Bk. 76, p.
7, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR WALTER EVERMAN, in recognition of 35
years of City service; RES. 83-6, Bk. 76, p. 8, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION
FOR GEORGE WOOD, in recognition of 31 years of City service; RES. 83-7,
Bk. 76, p. 9, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR DONALD WALTON, in recognition
of 24 years of City service; RES. 83-8, Bk. 76, p. 10, RESOLUTION OF
COMMENDATION FOR PAUL NUTT, in recognition of 15 years of City service.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted and thanked the employees for
their many years of service.
Mayor Neuhauser announced the addition of a Class C Liquor License
and Sunday Sales for Jasper's to the Consent Calendar. Moved by McDonald,
seconded by Perret, that the following items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions, 1/4/83, as published,
subject to correction, as recommended by the Acting City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Planning & Zoning Comm. -
11/4/82 & 12/2/82; Parks and Recreation Comm. -12/15/82; Housing -
Appeals Bd.-12/13/82; Human Rights Comm. -12/13/82; Design Review
Comn.-1/5/83; Hotel/Department Store Coordinating Comm. -1/5/83;
Committee on Community Needs -1/5/83; Housing Comm. -1/5/83.
Permit Motions and Resolution as Recommended by the Acting City
Clerk: Approving Class C Liquor License for Lorna K. Smith dba Smith
& Company, 1210 Highland Ct. Approving'Class C Liquor License and
Sunday Sales for Coslow's, Inc. dba Simmy's, 208 N. Linn. Approving
Class C Beer -Wine License refund for The Breadline, 325 E.
Washington. RES. 83-9, Bk. 76, p. 11, ISSUING A CIGARETTE PERMIT.
Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Four Cushions,
Inc. dba Jasper's, 18-20 S. Clinton.
Motions: Authorizing the City Engineer to sign an application
for the use of highway right-of-way for the installation of guardrail
by the City of Iowa City, south of Highway 6/218 just east of Valley
Avenue.
Resolutions, Bk. 76:. RES. 83-10, p. 12, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
THE FY83 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT AS CONSTRUCTED BY L.L. PELLING
COMPANY, INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-11, p. 13, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND ACTING CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE STATE GRANT
AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE DOCUMENTS
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REQUIRED BY THE COMPTROLLER OF IOWA FOR PAYMENT OF THE GRANT AMOUNT
BY THE STATE.
Correspondence: Mary C. Panther and 15 other signatures from
residents of North Westminister re problem with surface water. The
City Manager will reply after investigation by Public Works staff.
Chairperson of the Committee on Community Needs expressing
appreciation for the excellent work of the City staff. Lorna Mathes
objecting to change in zoning of property at 109 S. Johnson, City
Manager will reply. Letters re the proposed changes in the Human
Rights Ordinance: Margaret and Kenneth MacDonald; Paul and Roberta
Johnson; Lorna Mathes; Stanley Cross; Rebecca Arbogast, Emma Goldman
Clinic; Patricia Sheppard; Barbara Davidlow; Nancy Combs; Mary
Wyckoff; Kay Tippery; Cyndie Jackson Franklin, Hillcrest Family
Services; Jeanne Porter, Protection and Advocacy for Developmentally
Disabled Persons; Benny E. Leonard, Systems Unlimited, Inc.; Mike
Townsend, Goodwill Industries; Thomas Mikelson, Unitarian
Universalist Society; Michael Blake; Verne R. Kelley, Mental Health
Center; Carol Thompson, Iowa Department of Social Services; C.F.
Kent; Mark Hamer, representing Greater Iowa City Area Apartment
Association; Norman Bailey; Steven Hedlund; Iva Hilleman, Rentals by
Ivette, Inc.; Robert Osmundson; Kenneth E. Larsen; John Hayek; Edwin
K. Barker; Ted N. Kjaer. Memo from the Traffic Engr. re loading zone'
for Preucil School of Music, 524 N. Johnson.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Jeffrey
Renander for permission to picket in front of Emma Goldman Clinic on
1/22/83 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, approved for 10-12 persons.
Emma Goldman Clinic for permission to use Blackhawk Minipark and to
march to Old Brick on 1/22/83, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Councilmember Balmer noted the minutes from the Housing Appeals Board and
questioned whether a person granted a variance for a violation was
inspected again for that same violation. The City Manager replied they
were not. Councilmember Perret questioned which project was involved in
the resolution 3e(2). City Manager informed Council it was the River
Corridor Sewer. Councilmember Erdahl noted the letter from Mary Panther
re the surplus water problem on Westminister and requested Council follow-
up. City Manager reported the matter had been investigated and work could
probably be done with existing funding. If additional monies were needed
Council would be notified. Erdahl requested a copy of the memo re
solution be sent to Council and to area residents. The Mayor declared the
motion to consider the Consent Calendar carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to set a public hearing for
2/15/83 on the 1983 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Update. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of Lot 26, Lyon's
Second Addition, from C2 to R3A; located east of Van Buren Street, north
of Bowery Street, west of Johnson Street, and south of Burlington Street.
Atty. Cruise, representing the owners (Furman and Nagle), appeared
requesting approval.
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A public hearing was held on the .proposed rezoning of certain
property located in the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Gilbert
and Burlington Streets (Dorothy Maher property) from C2 to CBS. No one
appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE REZONING
CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSECTION OF
GILBERT AND BURLINGTON STREETS (DOROTHY MAHER PROPERTY) FROM C2 TO CBS, be
considered and given first vote for passage. Staffinember Knight present
for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of Lots 3 and 4 in
Lyman Cook's Subdivision which are owned by the City of Iowa City and
located north of Ralston Creek Village and east of Gilbert Street from C2
to CBS. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE REZONING
LOTS 3 AND 4 IN LYMAN COOK'S SUBDIVISION WHICH ARE OWNED BY THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND LOCATED NORTH OF RALSTON CREEK VILLAGE AND EAST OF GILBERT
STREET FROM C2 TO CBS, be considered and given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the vacation of a portion of the alley
directly east of Lot 4 in Lyman Cook's Subdivision, Outlot 25. No one
appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE VACATING A
PORTION OF THE ALLEY DIRECTLY EAST OF LOT 4 IN LYMAN COOK'S SUBDIVISION,
OUTLOT 25, be considered and given first vote for passage. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the disposition of Lots 3 and 4 in Lyman
Cook's Subdivision, Outlot 25 and the vacated portion of the Outlot 25
alley adjacent to Lot 4. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-12, Bk. 76,
p. 14, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO PURCHASE
LAND FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT ON LOTS 3, 4 AND A PORTION OF VACATED ALLEY
IN LYMAN COOK'S SUBDIVISION OF OUTLOT 25 ORIGINAL TOWN. Balmer questioned
the procedure being used on bidding the property prior to the rezoning
becoming final. Staffinember Hauer present for discussion. After
discussion, consensus of the Council was to have the Prospectus reworded
to indicate rezoning is in progress. Affirmative roll call vote on the
resolution unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY CLARIFYING THE LANGUAGE REGARDING THE
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS, ADDING A PENALTY SECTION AND PERMITTING THE
FINAL PLAT TO INCLUDE PART OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT IN CERTAIN
CIRCUMSTANCES ONLY, be considered and given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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A public hearing was held on the disposition of the Old Public
Library (Block 63, O.T., Lots 3 and 4) to GWG Investments. Atty. Cruise
appeared representing the developers. Rev. Bob Welsh, 2526 Mayfield,
appeared urging Council not to authorize the sale of the old library at
this time. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-13, Bk. 76,
PP. 15-21, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH
GWG INVESTMENTS FOR LOTS 1, 2, 3, AND 4 OF BLOCK 63 ORIGINAL TOWN (THE OLD
PUBLIC LIBRARY AND ADJACENT PARKING LOT). Copies of the contract were
distributed. Individual Councilmembers discussed provisions of the
contract. Atty. Cruise appeared. Staffinember Hauer present for
discussion. After discussion, moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to
amend the contract on page 2, provision 8, re Parking Lot Lease Terms, to
include the language," for period of time not to exceed 12 months from the
date of execution of this contract" after the words "desired for lease" at
the end of that section. The Mayor declared the motion to amend the
contract carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous on the resolution as amended, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted as
amended.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to accept the recommendation of
the Johnson County Board of Supervisors to reappoint Michael Kattchee to
the Senior Center Commission as a representative of Johnson County for a
three-year term ending 12/31/85. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Councilmember Balmer requested an update on the status of Highlander
Sewer Agreement and urged City proceed and be ready if a worthy applicant
would appear again. City Atty. Jansen noted interest was still there.
City Manager will discuss with the City Attorney and report back. Dickson
questioned the intersection of Highway 1 and Sunset Street re lighting.
City Manager stated a memo would be in this week's packet. Neuhauser
reported on a recent phone call from Governor Branstad's office re non -
budget recommendations that will be forwarded to the Legislature. The
Governor is interested in the local option tax; fair play requirements;
expanding the use of industrial revenue bonds for research facilities; and
asking the Advisory Committee on Inter -Governmental Relations to
investigate tort liability and see if there is a way the liability could
be lessened. McDonald requested the Urban Fringe Committee report be
scheduled for the informal Monday and that the Council review the
agreements reached at the meeting in January. Erdahl questioned whether a
letter had been sent from the Committee to Johnson County Zoning
Commission. City Manager will investigate. Erdahl also questioned the
present status of the Planning and Zoning By-laws. City Manager will
report back.
Recommendations of the Housing Commission noted as follows: (1) that
an application for 25 additional units of Section 8 Existing, and that an
application for 100 units Elderly Public Housing be prepared. No action
by the Council is required at this time. (2) that the unencumbered monies
returned from the sale of public housing land that was earmarked by CCN
for River City Housing Collective be given back to the Housing Commission
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for further recommendation. City Manager will notify Collective re
discussion. (3) The Housing Commission supports the City Council response
to the School Board on the disposal of the south half of the block of
Central Junior High for congregate housing and further recommends that the
bidding documents for disposal of the site also consider 202 Elderly
Housing, if an acceptable developer for congregate housing cannot be
found. (4) That if no private developer comes forward to purchase the
pipeyard parcel, the City consider it for 202 Housing.
Recommendations of the Design Review Committee noted as follows: (1)
The Design Review Committee recommends approval of the project plans for a
building to be built at 320 South Linn Street. The Design Review
Committee recognizes the builder's intent to keep the exterior relatively
innocuous in relationship to the adjoining structures, as well as the
builder's intent to use little or no signage on the proposed structure to
keep it inobtrusive in the surrounding residential neighborhood. (2) The
Design Review Committee recommends approval of the design plans for 13-15
South Dubuque Street. Further, the Committee would like to note its
enthusiasm for the very professional design. The Committee hopes the
design for the new building will serve as a stimulus and a guide for
renovation work performed on other surrounding buildings.
Recommendations of the Hotel/Department Store Coordinating Committee
noted as follows: (1) The Committee endorses Hilton -Iowa City Partners as
the preferred developer for Parcel 64-1b, subject to written confirmation
that this bid is not dependent upon receiving an extra 25 foot width on
the eastern boundary of the hotel parcel. (2) The Committee would like to
indicate that both bids for the site (Hilton -Iowa City Partners and
Integra -Built) were very strong and financially capable bids.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-14, Bk. 76,
pp. 22-23, DESIGNATING HILTON -IOWA CITY PARTNERS AS THE PREFERRED
DEVELOPER FOR URBAN RENEWAL 64-1b (HOTEL) IN DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY. Vernon
Beck (Hilton -Iowa City Partners) and Don Staley, Jr. (Integra -Built), and
staffinember Hauer present for discussion. Councilmembers emphasized the
importance of the pedestrian access on Dubuque Street. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted and noted appreciation for two very good hotel
bids. Councilmember Dickson thanked members of the Hotel/Department
Store Coordinating Committee for their work.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-15, Bk. 76, pp,
24-36, REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $250,000 IN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (GENE KROEGER
PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
OF INTENTION TO ISSUE, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL TO ISSUE
SAID BONDS AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT. Gene
Kroeger present for discussion and presentation of plans. Moved by
Perret, seconded by Balmer, to approve the design consistent with the
recommendations from the Design Review Committee. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Council -
members requested a review of new construction/remodeling plan be
scheduled at an informal Council meeting before action is taken on
industrial revenue bonds in the future. Affirmative roll call vote
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unanimous on adoption of resolution, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-16, Bk. 76,
pp. 37-49, REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $750,000 IN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (THE WILLIAMS
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ISSUE SAID BONDS AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT.
William Musser and Richard Hansen present for discussion. Moved by
Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to approve the design consistent with the
recommendations of the Design Review Committee. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Affirmative
roll call vote of
Councilmembers present. n�The Mayor declaredadoption
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret,.to adopt RES. 83-17, Bk. 76,
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Councilmember Balmer recalled the Resolutions of Commendation that
were adopted earlier in the meeting and noted that three individuals from
the Water Division represented 74 years of combined service.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn, 9:20 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 2/1/83, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center.
Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson,
Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: Lynch. Staffinembers
present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Knight, Hauer, Karr. Council minutes
tape-recorded on Tape 82-25, Side 1, 1-356.
Mayor Neuhauser announced a change in item #4K, setting a public
hearing on an ordinance to establish a moratorium in the Manville Heights
neighborhood. After discussion at the informal meeting of 1/31/83,
consensus of Council was to set a public hearing for March 8th on an
ordinance rezoning the entire area to RNC -20. A special Council meeting
will be held at 4:00 P.M. on February 2, 1983, to consider setting a
public hearing on the rezoning.
Mayor Neuhauser proclaimed the month of February as Heart Month and
presented the proclamation to Betsy Sarr, President of the local chapter
of the American Heart Association. She also proclaimed February 14, 1983,
as Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Day.
The Mayor announced the addition of a resolution setting a public
hearing on the transit facility project to the consent calendar. Moved by
i Perret, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recommendations
in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions, 1/18/83, as published,
subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Civil Service Comm. -1/5/83;
Airport Comm. -1/12/83; Human Rights Comm. -12/20/82; Riverfront
j Comm. -1/12/83; Planning and Zoning Comm. -12/16/82.
RES. 83-18, Bk. 76, P. 51, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2/15/83
ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY TRANSIT FACILITY PROJECT AND
DIRECTING ACTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS, ETC., ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION.
Permit motions and resolutions as recommended by the Acting
City Clerk: Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for
QuikTrip Corporation dba QuikTrip #509, 225 S. Gilbert. Approving
Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Hy -Vee Food Stores, Inc. dba
Hy -Vee Food Store #3 and Drug Town #2, 1201 N. Dodge Street.
Approving Class C Liquor License for Vanessa's of Iowa City, Inc. dba
Vanessa's, 118 E. College Street. RES. 83-19, Bk. 76, p. 52, ISSUING
DANCING PERMIT TO THE CROW'S NEST.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of
$1,734,614.74 for the period of December 1 through December 31, 1982,
as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit.
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Authorizing the City Engineer to sign an application for highway
right-of-way for utilities accommodation to Northwestern Bell
Telephone Company along west side of Highway 1, south of Sunset
Street.
Resolutions, Book 76: RES. 83-20, pp. 53-54, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE PETERSON STREET INTERCEPTOR SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION AS
CONSTRUCTED BY DAVE SCHMITT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF CEDAR RAPIDS,
IOWA. RES. 83-21, pp. 55-56, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER FOR THE TURNKEY HOUSING PROJECT, PROJECT NO. 22-4, IN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AS CONSTRUCTED BY KNOWLING BROTHERS CONTRACTING COMPANY
OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-22, pp. 57-58, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
THE DOWNTOWN PARKING FACILITY RAMP B, BLOCK 64, IOWA CITY, IOWA, AS
CONSTRUCTED BY KNUTSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF MINNEAPOLIS,
MINNESOTA.
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iCorrespondence: Mercy Hospital re Central Junior High,
furnished to Council 1/14/83. Petition from residents of Manville
I Heights re rezoning, furnished to Council 1/21/83. Armstrong's re
I development of Parcel 64-1a, furnished to Council 1/24/83. Dale
j Sanderson re storm sewer problem on old Rock Island stockyards,
li referred to the City Manager for reply. William C. Lucas, attorney
representing John Nolan, re proposed rezoning of area in Manville
j Heights, City Attorney to report to Council re this matter. Memo
from Traffic Engr. re barricade at east end of Melrose Avenue. i
1 Memorandum from Civil Service submitting certified lists of
applicants for the following positions: Clerk-Typist/Housing &
i Inspection Services; Senior Plant Operator/Water Division; Service
Maintenance Worker/Water Division; Assistant Superintendent/Water
f Division; Treatment Plant Operator/Water Division; Maintenance
Worker III/Water Division; Maintenance Worker II/Water Division;
Maintenance Worker III/Streets & Sanitation Division; Mass Transit
j Operator/Transit Division; Maintenance Worker I/Water Division;
Assistant Treatment Plant Operator/Water Division; Maintenance
Worker I/Streets & Sanitation Division; Maintenance Worker
II/Streets & Sanitation Division; Associate Planner/Planning &
Program Development; Maintenance Worker II/Parking Division; Parking
Cashier/Parking Division.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set.
A recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission to adopt the
1983 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Update, noted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing for
3/1/83 on the final PAD, LSRD Plan, amended preliminary plat and final
plat of Walden Ridge, Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Lynch absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to set a public hearing for
3/1/83 on the amended preliminary and final PAD, LSRD plan of Ty'n Cae
Part 2, Lots 91 and 92. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Lynch absent.
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Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to set a public hearing for
2/15/83 on the vacation and disposition of Sunset Street and the frontage
road between Highway 1 and Bryn Mawr Heights, Part 13. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lynch absent.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of certain
property located at 655 Highway 6 Bypass East and known as Fleetway Stores
from M1 to C2. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE REZONING LOT
26, LYON'S SECOND ADDITION, FROM C2 TO R3A; LOCATED EAST OF VAN BUREN
STREET, NORTH OF BOWERY STREET, WEST OF JOHNSON STREET, AND SOUTH OF
I BURLINGTON STREET, be considered and given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first consideration and vote be waived and the ordinance be
voted upon for second consideration at this time. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSECTION OF GILBERT
AND BURLINGTON STREETS (302-314 SOUTH GILBERT STREET AND 417 EAST
BURLINGTON STREET) FROM C2 TO CBS (Dorothy Maher property), be considered
and given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote on second
vote for passage unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the ?
motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE REZONING
LOTS 3 AND 4 IN LYMAN COOK'S SUBDIVISION WHICH ARE OWNED BY THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND LOCATED NORTH OF RALSTON CREEK VILLAGE AND EAST OF GILBERT
STREET FROM C2 TO CBS, be considered and given second vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE VACATING A
PORTION OF THE ALLEY DIRECTLY EAST OF LOT 4 IN LYMAN COOK'S SUBDIVISION,
OUTLOT 25, be considered and given second vote for passage. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY CLARIFYING THE LANGUAGE REGARDING ISSUANCE
OF BUILDING PERMITS, ADDING A PENALTY SECTION AND PERMITTING THE FINAL
PLAT TO INCLUDE PART OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES
ONLY, be considered and given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to lay on the table the setting
of a public hearing for 3/1/83 on an ordinance to establish a moratorium
for six months in the Manville Heights neighborhood. The Mayor declared
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the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lynch absent. Mayor Neuhauser
reminded Councilmembers of the special meeting scheduled for 2/2 to
consider setting a public hearing rezoning the area.
Casey Mahon, 226 McLean, appeared and thanked Council for their
consideration re Manville Heights neighborhood.
Mayor Neuhauser announced the following vacancies on Boards and
Commissions: Housing Comm. - three vacancies for three-year terms ending
5/1/86; Planning &Zoning Comm. - two vacancies for five-year terms ending
5/1/88; Mayor's Youth Employment Board - two vacancies for three-year
terms ending 4/15/86. These appointments will be made at the 3/15/83 I
meeting of the City Council.
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6/0, Lynch absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to reappoint Joseph Tiffany,
iii 1606 Morningside Drive, to the Airport Commission for a six-year term
ending 3/1/89. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Lynch absent.
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Moved by Perret, seconded by Erdahl, to appoint Peter Fisher, 1211
Ginter Avenue, to the Board of Adjustment for a five-year term ending
I1/1/88. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lynch
iabsent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Steven Stimmel, 3005
Cornell, Stephanie Suttles, 350 Hawkeye Ct., and reappoint David Leshtz,
1411 Sheridan Avenue, to the Committee on Community Needs for three-year
terms ending 3/1/86. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Lynch absent.
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Councilmember Erdahl noted the years of service on the Board of }
Adjustment by James Harris and on the Committee on Community Needs by
Sandra Lockett and Janet Cook and requested the Mayor send letters of
appreciation. McDonald requested an update of the projected schedule for
purchase of bus shelters and placement, specifically Westminster and
Court. City Manager will report. McDonald also questioned the procedure
for having vehicles towed out of privately owned commercial parking lots
after hours. City Manager stated the police would take care of the
matter. Councilmembers suggested that the posted sign include the towing
cost. Perret briefed Council re trees on private property being removed
and that an ordinance requiring a permit had been repealed in 1979. He
noted that in addition to large older trees downed in the Manville Heights
area this past week, the railroad was clearing trees along the right-of-
way. He expressed concern re City trees in Brookland Park. The City
Attorney will investigate and the Mayor will write a letter re this matter
to the railroad. Neuhauser requested a list of possible projects for
civic groups be compiled for distribution. Dickson reported on her recent j
visit to the Police Department and was impressed with the back-up system.
Balmer inquired as to when Council would be receiving re water billing
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procedures. City Manager stated a memo was upcoming. He also requested
information re the status of the Central Junior High property. City
Manager stated that Friday's packet would contain a memo. Balmer reported
on the latest meeting of the Wastewater Treatment Committee and the Task
Force on Convention/Tourism.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 82-23, Bk. 76, p.
59, RESCINDING THE DESIGNATION OF ARMSTRONG'S INC. AS THE PREFERRED
DEVELOPER FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 64-1a IN DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY. Perret
questioned whether Armstrong's could be required to pay more than the
deposit for architectural fees, etc. as set forth in the contract. Staff
will report back. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-24, Bk. 76,
pp. 60-61, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF WARRANTY DEED FOR CONVEYANCE OF THE
OLD PUBLIC LIBRARY SITE, LOTS 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 63, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Atty.
Cruise, representing GWG Investments, present for discussion.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-25, Bk. 76, pp.
62-64, ENDORSING THE MODEL CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND AUTHORIZING MEMBERS
OF THE IOWA CITY RIVERFRONT COMMISSION TO ACQUAINT LANDOWNERS, WITH
PROPERTY ABUTTING THE IOWA RIVER, WITH THE EASEMENT AND TO ENCOURAGE THEM
TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CONSERVATION MEASURE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-26, Bk. 76, pp.
65-67, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATING TO FUNDS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING
PROJECT 22-4. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, to adjourn, 8:40 P.M. The Mayor
j declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lynch absent.
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Informal Council Discussion
January 24, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: January 24, 1983, 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret. Absent: Lynch.
Staff Present: Berlin, Jansen, Boothroy, Karr, Schmeiser, Franklin, Vitosh.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-2, Side 2, 1-882.
Manville Heights Moratorium
Neuhauser related that a petition had been received from the residents of
Manville Heights requesting that the Planning and Zoning Commission
proceed with a recommendation on the rezoning of the property in Manville
Heights, east of Beldon Avenue. Boothroy stated that Planning and Zoning
has prepared a recommendation which will be presented at the 1-31-83
Informal Council meeting to put a moratorium on the area. The moratorium
will be on the 1/31/83 meeting agenda for both a public hearing and an
i ordinance. William Lucas, attorney for Manville property owner John Nolan
(204 MacLean Street), raised legal questions concerning the presentation
of the Manville Heights petition. City Attorney Jansen stated that there
should be no problem having a public hearing. In response to questions
from area residents, staff stated that there was nothing at this time to
prevent a construction permit from being issued. A Manville Heights
resident expressed concern about a tree being cut from the disputed
{ property. The Council discussed a general building moratorium on any area
under consideration for down zoning. Many legal questions are under
consideration by City staff.
Urban Fringe Committee Report
McDonald related that Area 2 was discussed at the last meeting and the
recommendation was by consensus. If both the City Council and the Johnson
County Board of Supervisors concur with the recommendation, the Committee
will go on to Areas 3 and 4. Boothroy warned that the recommendation is
not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Update. Franklin noted that
Planning and Zoning recommends that the Council leave open the possibility
that neighborhood commercial be established south of I-80. Council
expressed approval. There was a general discussion about where commercial
development be allowed around interstate interchanges, especially around
the I-80 and Dubuque Street interchange. Erdahl stated that the Council
should direct its representatives on the Committee to recommend one place
for commercial development around the Dubuque Street interchange. The
Council agreed that the recommendations should be adopted at the next
regular Council meeting and forwarded to the County. Areas 3 and 4 will
be discussed by the Committee next. Franklin said that the alternatives
for the Area 3 recommendations are no longer valid in the context of the
Comprehensive Plan. The Committee needs to know the feelings of the
Council before they consider the issues. The City will defer to the
County on non -controversial areas.
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Berlin noted that unless the Council objects, the City staff will forward
information on the indictments concerning the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control
Commission for their consideration.
FY84 Budget
Vitosh stated that a public hearing was originally scheduled for February
15. On January 31 discussion on the CIP is scheduled. In order to have a
public hearing on February 15, it would have to be set at the February 1
Council meeting. Then the Budget isn't finalized until the February 7
meeting. After discussion Council agreed to set both the public hearing
and approval of the Budget for March 1. Therefore, an approval is set for
March 8.
Planning and Program Development Budget
f a. Administration (pg. 63). No discussion.
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b. Urban Planning (pg. 68). The City Manager will have a memo to the
Council shortly on the $40,000 allotted for economic development.
C. JCCOG (pg. 241). There will be a footnote in the final budget
stating that JCCOG is not a division of PPD although it does share
} the same support staff.
d. CDBG (pg. 241). In the Housing Inspection memo from Mike Kucharzak
1 the figures are based on the total increase in the budget this year.
When the revenue is backed out of the fees, there is an amount left
to be funded which can be split between a block grant and either the
general fund or property taxes. The incresae in fees mentioned in
the memo does not include enough to fund the proposed additional
position. There is assumed to be a 10% increase in revenue based on
increased rates. The figures previously submitted to the Council do
k not include the additional increase for the extra position. Berlin
will confirm all figures.
Other Budget Items
a. Equipment (pg. 269). The schedule was revised to keep the capital
outlay under $400,000 by delaying equipment purchases until later
years. The Council discussed the lack of alternatives to buying a
new bulldozer. The City has $2,000,000 invested in 261 pieces of
equipment. The compressed natural gas program is barely working out
j because of mechanical problems with the compressors and the way they
were initially installed. More diesel vehicles are being used.
Propane is being considered pending assurances that manufacturer's
vehicle warranties wouldn't be voided and the City wouldn't be liable
for violations of Federal Emission Standards. Some of the vehicles
currently in use were purchased before the preventative mainteannce
program was instituted but by FY87 or FY88 all equipment will be
under the program. Superior results are occurring now because of the
preventative maintenance program; more diesel equipment; and buying
dual-purpose equipment. For example, dump trucks which can also plow
snow have nearly twice the life cycle as dump trucks which are not
designed for snow removal which is used that way anyway.
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b. The money budgeted for snow removal overtime pay is budgeted in the
Streets budget under chemicals and surfacing as well as overtime and
services and charges.
C. Personnel. There is a general recommendation for a 6% salary
increase. The salaries shown in the memo on department head salaries
are the midpoints of the salaries compared with actual salaries in
other cities. Comparison of the actual salaries of Iowa City
department heads with comparable positions in other cities were
discussed. The Public Works Director and Transit Manager are newer
and therefore haven't worked up towards the midpoint of their salary
range yet. Other communities have financial problems which have held
salaries down lately. The long tenure of many positions means higher
salaries but also higher effectiveness on the job. The bonus system
allows for a bonus of up to $1000 and recognizes special effort or
projects rather than merit. The division or department head
nominates someone for a bonus and the City Manager makes final
decisions. The merit increase is a maximum 2% and is awarded by a
supervisor. A bonus is a one-time payment while a merit increase is
incorporated into the salary structure of the employee. The Housing
Inspector Director was hired from the private sector and has distinct
duties in federal housing programs unlike HIS Directors in other
communities. It was noted that overall Iowa City has a high quality
of employee with a low turnover rate which accounts for higher than
average salaries.
Next Informal Meeting Agenda
i The City Attorney evaluation is scheduled for the next informal meeting
I and has been requested for an executive session. The evaluation will be a
basis for discussion rather than a hard and fast rating system. The
Conference Board and CIP discussion are both scheduled for the next
meeting as well as items from police, water mains, and additional informa-
tion in response to requests.
Council Business
1. The Human Services meeting is Wednesday night. Neuhauser noted that
the agency budgets are very high and must be carefully scrutinized,
especially in regards to administrative costs, rents, etc. Some
i merging might result in a savings.
2. Neuhauser stated the legislature should be made aware of the urgency
of the proposed bonding bill and also noted their interest in
changing the collective bargaining law and in eliminating binding
arbitration.
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3. Council discussed state law in regards to receipt of gifts and
whether the City should pay Councilmember's expenses to dinners and
other similar events.
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JANUARY 26, 1983
Joint Human Services Council: January 26, 1983, 7:00 P.M. in the Small
Courtroom in the. Johnson County Courthouse. Mayor Neuhauser
presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Perret,
McDonald. Absent: Lynch.
Johnson County Supervisors Present: Meyers, Sehr, Ockenfels, Langenberg,
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Tape Recorded on Reel 83-1, Sides 1 and 2, 822 -End, 1-10.
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representatives appeared:
Big Brothers/Big Sisters - Janet Martin, Margaret Passeri.
Crisis Center - Intervention - Ken Kauppi.
I Crisis Center - Emergency - Pat Gilroy.
fMayor's Youth Employment - Peg McElroy, Greg Bromwell.
j Rape Victim Advocacy - Karla Miller, Kristin Summerwill, Laura Lovell.
Domestic Violence Project - Pat Meyer, Lisa Edwards, Cindy Parsons.
Elderly Services Agency - Lucy Luxenburg, Stan Good, Roberta Patrick.
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MECCA - Art Schut.
I Red Cross - Larry Belman, David Sealey, Henry Herwig.
HACAP Neighborhood Center - Dan Maniccia.
Youth Homes - Ron Henderson.
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Free Medical Clinic - Nancy Clark, Colette Brodersen.
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Willow Creek Center - Diane Pepetone.
The Council and Board of Supervisors determined that a small group from
both bodies was needed to focus on human service agency concerns. Items
to be addressed would be new agency guidelines, areas of duplication, budget guidelines for next year and possible agency 9ion
Representatives from the Board, Council, and United Way would serve on the i
p subcommittee. Initially, M. Neuhauser, D. Sehr, Mary Ann Volm and Cheryl
Mintle will meet with Carol Thompson (Director of DSS). 1
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JANUARY 31, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: January 31, 1983, 4:30 p.m. in the Conference Room
at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Balmer, Erdahl, McDonald, Dickson, Neuhauser, Perret.
Absent: Lynch.
Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Boothroy, Knight, Vitosh,
Schmadeke, Farmer, Lundell, Moen.
Tape -Recorded: Reel 83-1, Side 1, 103-805.
PLANNING AND ZONING
a. 1983 Com rehensive Plan -Land Use U date. There will be an informal
discussion at the 2/8/83 Informal Council discussion. The Comprehensive
Plan as presented is not in final form in regards to maps.
b. Walden Ridge, Parts 1-4. No discussion, no objection to holding a March 1,
1983, public hearing.
C. Ty'n Cae, Part 2. This will go to Planning and Zoning Commission on
February 17 and developer requests that a public hearing be set in order to
,expedite approval of the amended plan. If the Planning and Zoning
Commission doesn't act on February 17, then the public hearing would have
to be rescheduled. No discussion.
d. Vacation of portions of Sunset. This property was acquired by IDOT and
they have no objections. The application was by a Bryn Mawr Heights
resident. This vacation is part of the R.O.W. that is excess to normal
R.O.W., used during construction. If vacated, the property will be
appraised and sold. By the time it is sold, the IDOT will have
relinquished their rights to the property to the City.
e. Fleetway Stores Property rezoning M1 to C2. Council stated in a previous
meeting, that such requests shouldn t be considered singlely.
f, Lyon's Second Addition rezoning C2 to R3A. Neuhauser noted that although
the applicant has requested waiver of the second and third readings, there
seems to be no reason to hurry it through.
g. Rezoning S.E. Quadrant of Intersection Gilbert and Burlingto
C2 to CBS. This is first consideration beause of tech m cal error in
previous reading. If the Council wishes to rezone this together with the
City Pipeyard, first and second readings should be done at the same time.
No discussion.
h. Lyman Cook's Subdivision rezoning C2 to CBS. This is a second
consideration. N discussion.
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i. Cook's Subdivision, Vacation Portion of Alley, Second consideration. No
discussion.
j. Subdivision Ordinance Amendment. Second consideration. No discussion.
k. Manville Heiqhts Moratorium. Staff has prepared a proposed schedule; an
ordinance; and legal description. questions were raised about having a
public hearing rather than a moratorium and about the effect of the zoning
ordinance. The effects of a moratorium vs, only the zoning ordinance were
discussed. The moratorium will allow RNC -20 construction permits while
rezoning consideration will block all construction permits.
AGENDA
1. Item 12. Model Conservation Easement. M. Moen amplified on the resolution
and its effects and answered Council question.
2. Police Department staffing levels discussion was postponed because of the
absence of L. Lynch and Chief Miller.
CIP
Berlin explained that the CIP includes projects previously included as part of
the CIP plus projects recommended by departments. Berlin makes a final list for
Council consideration. I
The Benton/Riverside Intersection is in the acquisition stage and is due for May
construction. Scott Boulevard Paving is an extension of Scott Boulevard Project
and takes advantage of FAUS funding. The First Avenue Culvert is consistent
with the North Branch Dam Project schedule. Railroad Crossing Improvements
nearly completes the repair of bad crossings in Iowa City. Iowa City, CRANDIC
Railroad, and State of Iowa split the costs. The Melrose Avenue Paving
Improvements is the widening of Melrose to the highway and includes FAUS
funding. IDOT can still be approached about funding. The Rohret Road Paving
Improvement will not be done by developers because it is existing City R.O.W.
Alternatives for funding including FAUS were discussed. The project is several
years away. Melrose Court Improvement might be funded by special assessment.
The Alley Paving Improvement in Lyon's Second Addition has been approved.
Dubuque Road Improvement will go all the way to Bristol Drive, making it safer.
The Kirkwood Circle Improvement Project was initially presented to CCN by the
neighborhood. This project only benefits residents and therefore will be funded
by special assessment. The Dubuque Street Improvement Project will extensively
use FAUS funding, which might require 45 foot street width. Trees will have to
be removed to allow widening. Alternatives will be researched. The Keokuk and
Sandusky Paving will take place in the next year. Foster Road, east and west,
have been previously discussed. The Iowa Avenue and Burlington Street Bridges
will depend on Federal funding availability to IDOT. The Dodge Street Bridge
Deck Repair will be needed by 1988. The Benton Street Bridge Repair will be done
at the same time as the Benton Street/Riverside Drive work to minimize downtime.
The Rocky Shore Drive Bikeway has been previously discussed. North Dodge Street
and Creekside NSA Sidewalk construction and repair are both part of the Block
Grant Program. The Villa Park, Mercer Park. and Willnw r.rpak Siriawn Ur ann;nrre
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discussion about whether the sidewalks are necessary for safety reasons. The
CBD: Clinton Street Project will not be done next year. The Council discussed
doing the planning this year and considering whether Linn or Clinton Street
should be done first. The Black Hawk Mini -park Rehabiliation involves making
the mini -park a permanent part of the City Plaza. The Ralston Creek Channel
Improvements (Creekside Area) is a continuation of the Ralston Creek project.
The Napolean Park Restroom Project should be funded from private and public
sources. Miller, Aber, Caroline, Scott, and Foster Road parks are all
neighborhood parks with none scheduled for FY84. The Salt Storage Building will
use some of the proceeds from the sale of the water pipeyard as will the old
transit garage acquisition. The busfleet expansion/replacement is consistent
with previous discussion. The T -hangars construction is scheduled to be
financed by General Obligation Bonds but Industrial Revenue Bonds might be an
option. The North Corridor Sewer and Taft Speedway extension isn't scheduled
until 1987. The Rundell and Dearborn Storm .Sewer Project is scheduled for
financing from a Block Grant and General Revenue Sharing. The Council discussed
using more Block Grant money. The Eastside Water Storage Tank has been in the
plan for several years. There are occasional pressure problems on the east side
E currently. A lengthy discussion followed about the growth potential in the area
and the potential need for an east side water storage tank. The storage tank
could be put onto the CIP pending list as well as adding office space and parking
facilities. Building in stages can be considered for a new fire station in
order to reduce interest paid. The possiblity of adding the Iowa Avenue
restoration (replacing the parking with a boulevard) to the pending list was
discussed along with the option of underground parking.
Agenda/Council Time
!' 1. Item 6b. There are two unexpired terms on the Planning and Zoning
Commission with at least one of them to be filled by a home owner.
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2. Item 11. Part of the proceeds of the new library bond issue were used to
reimburse the Block Grant program. Then when the bond issue for the new
library was closed out, the bond issue was reimbursed with a loan from the
general fund.
3. Item 7a. There was a brief discussion about potential conflicts with
Sandra Eskin on the Broadband Telecommunications Commission because of her
husband's business connections with ACT but the Council felt that she
wouldn't be affected. The Council felt that since there is another
qualified applicant (Mike Seagin) they would rather not reappoint Eskin
because of informal Council policy of appointing new applicants if
qualified.
4. Item 7c. Peter Fisher was nominated to the Board of Adjustment.
5. Item 7d. There were only three applicants for the three vacancies on CCN.
6. A proposed public hearing on the new transit building was discussed
briefly.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to adjourn to executive session under Sec.
28A.5f, to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose
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appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when
necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's
reputation and that indifivual requests a closed session (City Attorney
evaluation). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0.
After executive session, the Council again returned to open session, the Mayor
stated City Attorney Jansen creates good will with citizens; is a good
negotiator; completes work in a timely manner; is straight -forward in replying
to questions at Council meetings; has a can -do attitude; has political savvy and
is accessible to citizens. The Mayor requested he work on better communication
with Council; inform them on all new cases of importance; request time on agenda
to inform about decisions and appeals and prepare a pending list updated
quarterly. She also announced new salary figures of $47.00 per hour (for office
work), $52.00 per hour (for litigation work).
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EXECUTIVE SESSION: January 31, 1983, 7:10 P.M. in the Conference Roan at
the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCIIMEAIDERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser,
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Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret to adjourn to executive session under �
Section 28A.5f, to evaluate the professional competency of an individual i
whose appointment, hiring, Performance or discharge is being considered when
necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury
to that individual's
reputation and that individual requests a closed session. The affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer to adjourn, 8:30 P.M. The Mayor declared
( the motion carried, 6/0, Lynch absent.
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