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Iowa City Council, special meeting, April 7,
1983, 3:00 P.M. in the City Manager's Conference
Room of the Civic Center. Mayor Pro tem Perret
presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Perret.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to
approve the Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales
for Towncrest Inn, LTD. dba Towncrest Inn
Restaurant, 1011A Arthur Street. After discussion,
the Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried with
a voice vote of 5/1, Perret voting "nay" and
Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adjourn
3:30 P.M. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
A more complete description of Council activi-
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Iowa City Council, reg, mtg., 4/12/83; at
7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser
presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret
(7:35). Absent: none.
The Mayor proclaimed April 16-23, 1983, as
Week of the Young Child; April -1983 as Fair Housing
Month; and April 9, 1983, as POW -MIA Recognition
Day.
The Mayor announced one addition to the
Consent Calendar re the inclusion of an additional
paragraph into the March 29th Council Minutes.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, that the
following items and recommendations in the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted
as presented:
Approval of Official Council Actions,
spec. mtg., 3/22/83 and reg. mtg. of 3/29/83,
as published, subject to correction, as
recommended by the City Clerk, and with the
inclusion of Paragraph 6, page 4, of the
Complete Description of Council Activities of
March 29, 1983, and Paragraph 4, page 5, of
the Official Actions of the same date to
include the following: Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-70, Bk.
76, p. 179, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND
FINAL LARGE SCALE NON RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
PLAN OF R PLAZA LOCATED SOUTH OF HWY. 1 AT ITS
INTERSECTION WITH HUDSON AVENUE. Atty. Wm.
Sueppel appeared representing the applicant.
Council discussed approving the resolution
subject to compliance with new parking
standards. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted, 5/1, with the following division of
roll call vote: Ayes: Neuhauser, Perret,
Balmer, Lynch, McDonald. Nays: Dickson.
Absent: Erdahl.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Bd.
of Library Trustees -3/24/83; Housing Appeals
Bd.-3/8/83; Parks & Recreation Comm. -3/9/83;
Hotel/Department Store Coordinating Comm. -
3/30/83.
Permit Motions as recommended by the City
Clerk: Refunding a portion of a Class C
Beer/Wine License.
Setting public hearings: To set a public
hearing for 4/26/83 to receive citizen
comments on a proposed amendment to the 1983
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April 12, 1983 budget. To set a public hearing for 4/26/83
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Urban Development Action Grant to assist in
the development for Parcel 64-1b (hotel site).
Correspondence: Iowa -Illinois Gas &
Electric Company re proposed transmission line
along railroad right of way. E. Michael
Stanford of Quik Trip Corporation re
requirements of the sign ordinance, City
Manager will reply after Council discussion.
William J. Feldmann re Elm Grove Park, copy of
Mayor's reply attached. Transit Personnel re
access to Washington Street between Clinton
and Capitol, City Manager will reply after
Council discussion. William M. Tucker re
parking ramp privileges, referred to the City
Manager for reply. Department of
Transportation re a patching project on I-80.
Letters re the proposed rezoning of property
at 521 South Kirkwood from: Susan Seyfarth,
Patrick D. Gilpin, thirteen residents of the
area, and Eileen Doerring. Memo from the City j
Atty. re potential conflict of interest.
I Memos from the Civil Service Commission
submitting certified lists of applicants for
I! the following positions: Maintenance Worker
II/Parking Systems; Parking Cashier/Parking
Systems; Mass Transit Operator/Transit
Division; Maintenance Worker I/Parking
Systems; Part -Time Cashier/Parking Systems;
Mechanic I/Equipment Division; Police
Captain/Police Department; Fire
Lieutenant/Fire Department.
Applications for Use of Streets and
Public Grounds: Rev. Roy Wingate,
representing Ecumenical Consultation, for
permission to hold a vigil for peace and
nuclear disarmament on the corner of
Washington and Clinton from 12:00 noon to
12:15 p.m. on April 7-14, 1983, approved.
Iowa City Striders for a Rabbit Run on April
10, 1983, from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M., approved.
University of Iowa Students Right to Life to
picket in front of Emma Goldman Clinic on
April 9, 1983, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon,
approved.
The Mayor questioned whether an agreement had been
reached at the informal session re the Washington
Street interchange. City Manager stated that staff
would be meeting with the Downtown Assn. and the
Old Capitol Assn. re parking and would also
consider this item. A report will be back to
Council within a month. Affirmative roll call vote
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unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
April 12, 1983
Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the
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public hearings as set.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Mcdonald, to set
a public hearing for 5/10/83 to consider an
ordinance to rezone property at 624 S. Gilbert
Street from C2 to R3A. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
The Mayor noted a letter from the applicant,
Larry Rigler, requesting a delay in consideration
of his rezoning request. Moved by Lynch, seconded
by Perret, to defer until 4/26/83 consideration of
an ordinance rezoning certain property located at
521 Kirkwood Avenue from M1 to RNC -20. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present and noted the item would be
scheduled for informal discussion on April 18th.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, that
the rule requiring that ordinances must be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
finally passed be suspended, that the first and
second consideration and vote be waived and that
ORD. 83-3114, Bk. 21, pp. 44-48, ESTABLISHING
DESIGN STANDARDS FOR OFF-STREET PARKING AREAS, be
voted upon for final passage at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret,
Balmer. Nays: Lynch. Staffinember Schmeiser
distributed copies of a proposed amendment re
concerns raised at the informal session re
paragraph D.2. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch,
to amend the ordinance to include a provision for
multi -family dwelling in the R3A and R3B zones in
paragraph D.2. The Mayor declared the motion
defeated, 1/6, with Balmer voting "aye". Moved by
Perret, seconded by Erdahl, that the ordinance be
finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared
the ordinance adopted, 6/1, with the following
division of roll call vote: Ayes: Erdahl, Lynch,
hlcdonald, Neuhauser, Perret, Dickson. Nays:
Balmer.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that
the ORDINANCE REZONING APPROXIMATELY .93 ACRES OF
LAND IN THE VICINITY OF VAN BUREN AND JOHNSON
STREETS ADJACENT TO THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND
PACIFIC RAILROAD TRACKS FROM M-1 TO R3A, be given
first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to defer,
until after the adoption of the previous ordinance,
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consideration of a resolution approving the
April 12, 1983
preliminary and final Large Scale Residential
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Development Plan for Van Buren Village. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to
defer indefinitely consideration of a resolution to
approve the final subdivision plat of Lot 31
Streb's Second Addition and a resolution removing a
restriction on Lot 31 Streb's Second Addition. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held to consider a
proposal to convey parcel A-1 located in the Lower
Ralston Creek Area. Councilmembers questioned the
status of the flood plain map and the impact of sale
of properties.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt a
resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor to
execute a contract with James J. Croker and Ruth
Joanne Croker for the sale of the parcel known as A-
1, located in the Lower Ralston Creek Area of Iowa
City. After discussion, original motion withdrawn.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to defer
indefinitely consideration of the above resolution.
The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held to consider a
proposal to convey parcel A-2 located in the Lower
Ralston Creek Area.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to defer
indefinitely a resolution authorizing and directing
the Mayor to execute a contract with Leroy E. and
LaVera Muller for the sale of the parcel known as A-
2, located in the Lower Ralston Creek Area of Iowa
City. Councilmember Perret noted concerns and will
submit them in writing to Council. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Pat Gilpin, 710 Diana Ct., appeared re the
rezoning request of 521 Kirkwood. The Mayor noted
further discussion of the matter is scheduled for
informal session on April 18th.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies:
Resources Conservation Comm. -one vacancy for an
unexpired term ending 1/1/86. Housing Comm. -one
vacancy for an unexpired term ending 5/1/84. These
appointments will be made at the 5/24/83 City
Council meeting.
Councilmember Balmer requested that the
Council seriously consider some additional Block
Grant money, from the additional available with the
Jobs Bill, to the Rundell Street storm sewer. The
Mayor stated she had asked for a list of City
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priorities, that the City had been unable to fund
April 12, 1983
thus far, for Council consideration in view of the
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additional funds. Lynch questioned whether the
developer of the Old Library site had indicated an
interest in the parking lot. McDonald noted they
had until February 17, 1984, to indicate interest.
Neuhauser noted the denial by Planning and Zoning
of Glasgow's Subdivision near North Branch Dam and
questioned whether the Commission had been made
aware of the City's obligations for all future
considerations of this subdivision. Jane Jakobsen,
Planning and Zoning member, stated they were
unclear of the actual obligations. The City
Attorney will meet with the Commission to clarify
the situation. Perret questioned whether there was -
Council interest in pursuing an ordinance to allow
businesses to have sidewalk sales if they are
adjacent to the sidewalk and the sidewalk meets
minimum sidewalk widths. McDonald reminded Council
of the upcoming Planning and Zoning public
discussions on the new proposed zoning ordinance
and proposed map. He announced the discussions
will take place on Thursday evening, March 14 and
21, at 7:30 P.M. and reported that the discussion
of the 14th would be on cable television.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to
adopt RES. 83-83, Bk. 76, p. 210, AWARDING CONTRACT
AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE DUBUQUE STREET i
IMPROVEMENTS - WASHINGTON STREET TO IOWA AVENUE TO
STREB CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to i
adopt RES. 83-84, Bk. 76, pp. 211-216, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE WIDENING OF HIGHWAY 1 FROM
DUBUQUE ROAD TO INTERSTATE 80. Mayor Neuhauser
stated a letter will be sent to IDOT regarding the
City's position on Highway 1 North agreement.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt
RES. 83-85, Bk. 76, pp. 217-230, ACQUISITION OR
DEVELOPMENT FOR OUTDOOR RECREATION UNDER THE LAND
AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM, for
construction of restrooms in Napoleon Park. Balmer
clarified the remaining fifty percent to come from
private donations. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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April 12, 1983 adopt RES. 83-86, Bk. 76, pp. 231-236, AUTHORIZING
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE
IOWA GERONTOLOGY PROJECT ADULT DAY PROGRAM FOR THE
LEASE OF SPACE AT THE IOWA CITY SENIOR CENTER.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to
adopt RES. 83-87, Bk. 76, p. 237, AMENDING THE
CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL BY
ADDING A POSITION, of a cashier in the Finance
Department. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt
RES. 83-88, Bk. 76, pp. 238-241, APPOINTING CITY
CLERK, ESTABLISHING SALARY FOR FY83 AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to
adopt RES. 83-89, Bk. 76, pp. 242-243, ADOPTING A
REVISED ANNUAL BUDGET FOR PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECT IA
22-3. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. 83-90, Bk. 76, pp. 244-245, AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO FURNISH A LETTER TO THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE IOWA CITY COMMUNITY
SCHOOL DISTRICT REGARDING CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH
SCHOOL SITE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to
adjourn 8:55 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
A more complete description of Council
activities is on file in the office of the City
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
April 26, 1983
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 4/26/83, at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic
Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Councilmembers
absent: none. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Knight,
Karr, Hauer, Farmer, Hencin. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape N83-6,
Side 1, 1-1562.
The Mayor announced that there would be no action taken tonight on
the rezoning request of 521 Kirkwood Avenue and the special assessment
projects for Kimball Road and St. Ann's Drive. Both items will be
rescheduled at a later time.
PRESENTATION OF MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AWARDS FOR THE 1982-1983
ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR. The followingle
Enrollee category: Ron Beck, Anntteo Brandt received apRuth, TinOatstanding Schuzer.
Honorable Mention With Distinction: Larry Anderson, Ganh Nguyen, Pat
McCue, Jennifer Paule. Honorable Mention: Ronnie Benner, Jeanine Dillon,
Quang Duono, La Lo, Fred O'Leary, Tresa Whetstine. Outstanding Worksite
Supervisors are: Chris Carme, Jud Demory, Nancy Heaton, Lois Newton.
Outstanding School Referral: Marilyn Belman. The President's Award:
Chuck Callen. Mayor Neuhauser thanked Director Peg McElroy for her
efforts.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and
E recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or
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Approval of Official Council Actions, spec. mtg., 4/7/83 and
reg. mtg., 4/12/83, as published, subject to correction, as
recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Resources Conservation
Comm. -3/1/83, & 3/29/83; Board of Adjustment Comm. -1/12/83, 2/16/83,
3/2/83, 3/9/83; Housing Appeals Bd.-3/23/83; Planning & Zoning
Comm. -2/17/83 & 3/10/83; Riverfront Comm. -3/7/83; Design Review
Comm. -4/13/83.
Permit motions as recommended by the City Clerk: Approving
Class C Liquor License for Michael J. Walz dba The Speakeasy, 630
Iowa Ave. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Leo
Lenoch dba Leo's Standard Service, 130 N. Dubuque St. Approving
Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Thomas E. Harris dba Harris
Discount, 71 Commercial Drive. Approving Class C Liquor License for
J.S. Mummey, Inc. dba Mumm's Saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton.
Approving Class C Liquor License for Joe Kennedy dba The Vine, 330 E.
Prentiss.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of
$1,317,198.37 for the period of March 1 through March 31, 1983, as
recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Authorizing
the City Engineer to sign an application for use of highway right-of-
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way for utilities accommodation to Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric
Company for Benton Street and Highway 6 and 218.
Setting public hearings: Motion to set a public hearing for
5/10/83 to amend Chapter 8, Article V of the Iowa City Code of
Ordinances. Motion to set a public hearing for 6/7/83 to consider
the disposition of property known as the City Pipe Yard to one of the
following bidders: A.U.R. Construction Company, Hawkeye Associates,
or John Roffman Construction Company. Motion to set a public.hearing
for 5/10/83 regarding an appeal from Robert A. Rath.
Correspondence: Attorney Robert Downer, representing Advanced
Drainage Systems, Inc., regarding proposed rezoning of property at
1301 Sheridan, referred to the City Manager for reply. Attorney John
Hayek, representing Scheuerman-Richardson Partners, regarding
rezoning request for property at 510 South Clinton St. Steve Ostrem
of Blooming Prairie Warehouse, Inc. requesting that the approval of
an LSNRD for Blooming Prairie Warehouse be placed on the City Council
agenda for May 10, 1983. Jane Hartman of Hillcrest Family Services
requesting that the City Council expedite the process to allow group
care facilities in Zone R3. Attorney John D. Cruise regarding
rezoning application of Van Buren Village Ltd. requesting waiver of
the rule requiring three readings of an ordinance and give final
consideration and adopt the ordinance rezoning Van Buren Village
Ltd. 's property from M1 to R3A. Edward D. Jones requesting that the
City Council expedite the rezoning request regarding the property at
1425 North Dodge and give final consideration for this ordinance at
the April 26th meeting. Dr. and Mrs. John R. Maxwell requesting the
Council's assistance in saving the ravines in Manville Heights,
referred to City Mgr. for reply. Evelyn Baumgartner regarding the
proposed rezoning of property at 521 Kirkwood, referred to City
Manager for reply. Angela Ryan concerning platted alley abutting 204
McLean Street, referred to City Manager for reply. Petition from
residents of the Tanglewood/Ventura area regarding paving of those
streets, forwarded to the Public Works Department. Gary Dunne
regarding proposed rezoning of property at 521 Kirkwood, referred to
City Manager for reply. Randy Trca regarding closing the downtown
bus interchange to non -bus traffic. Kathy Mickalson regarding the
proposed construction of a power line along the railroad right-of-
way in Iowa City. Chamber of Commerce regarding the Iowa City
Airport, referred to City Manager for reply. Muriel Gingerich
regarding the clearing of trees and underbrush along the railroad
right-of-way, referred to the City Manager for reply. John Nolan
concerning the cutting of trees on City property, referred to the
City Manager for reply. Leisa Fearing regarding cable television
equipment for community programming, referred to the Broadband
Telecommunications Specialist for reply. Memo from the Civil
Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the
following positions: Firefighter/Fire Department; Firefighter/Fire
Department (second list); Parking Enforcement Attendant/Parking
Systems.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Duane
Caylor for permission to picket in front of the Emma Goldman Clinic
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on 4/16/83, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, and on 4/23/83 from 9:00
a.m. to 12:00 noon, approved. Bicyclists of Iowa City permission to
have the 6th Annual Old Capitol Criterium on 5/1/83 from 6:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. Mayor repeated the public hearings as set and declared the
motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to set a public hearing for
5/24/83 on the rezoning of certain property located at 510 South Clinton
Street from R3B to CBS. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to set a public hearing for
5/24/83 on the rezoning of approximately 40 acres located north and east
i of the intersection of Rochester Avenue and the proposed First Avenue
Extended from R1A to RIB and R3. The Mayor declared the motion carried,
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Recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to deny
I] approval of the preliminary plat of First and Rochester Addition, Part 1, i
located north and east of the intersection of Rochester Avenue and the
proposed First Avenue extended, noted. City Mgr. stated a public hearing
is set for May 24, 1983.
f A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of certain
property located at 1425 North Dodge Street from R1A to C2. No one
appeared.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of the Hawkeye
i Mobile Home Court from RIA to RMH. Peter Van Gerpen, owner, appeared and
{ stated he was in favor of the rezoning.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning
Ordinance regarding the suspension of building permits during consecutive
rezonings within a 12 -month period. The Mayor noted that the ordinance
states if property is rezoned twice within a 12 -month period, a moratorium
may not take affect the second time. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the Planned Area
Development Plan for MacBride Addition, Part 2. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of approximately
70 acres of land located north of Highway 1 near Willow Creek. No one
appeared.
The Mayor noted a letter from Dr. and Mrs. Rigler requesting a
postponement of their rezoning request for 521 Kirkwood. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Perret, to defer action on an ordinance rezoning a 2.4 acre
tract located at 521 Kirkwood Avenue from M1 to RNC -20. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Pat Gilpin, 710 Diana Ct., appeared and reported on neighborhood meetings
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spent in seeking alternative rezoning. David Doerring, 1016 Diana Ct.,
presented a list of people who were in attendance from the neighborhood.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to accept and record the list as
submitted. The Mayor declared the motion to accept carried unanimously,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the rule requiring that
ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, that the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD.
83-3115, Bk. 21, pp. 49-51, REZONING APPROXIMATELY .93 ACRES OF LAND IN
THE VICINITY OF VAN BUREN AND JOHNSON STREETS ADJACENT TO THE CHICAGO,
ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD TRACKS FROM M1 TO R3A, be voted on for
final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that
the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
! Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-92, Bk. 77, pp.
246-247, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR VAN BUREN VILLAGE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
I resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held to receive citizen comments on a proposed
amendment to the 1983 Community Development Block Grant Program and
budget. Asst. City Mgr. stated staff recommended go ahead with holding of
a public hearing and acting on resolution. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-83, Bk. 77,
pp. 248-249, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 1983 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND BUDGET. Councilmembers discussed the
schedule for amending the flood plain map. Asst. City Mgr. Helling
estimated 4-6 months for completion. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Gary Sanders, 720h Oakland, appeared re urging the University to help
meet housing shortage by curtailing enrollment. He also reported on a
meeting with Pat Gilroy from the Crisis Center and requested Council
consider accepting a food stamp card as a bus pass to aid people who
couldn't afford to ride the bus. Council will investigate. Bill
Seyfarth, 1017 Diana Street, appeared re the deferral of the rezoning
request at 521 Kirkwood Avenue. Eugene Rave, 711 Kirkwood Avenue,
appeared re the possibility of Council widening Kirkwood to four lanes.
The Mayor stated there were no plans to widen the street.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Steven Jon Vander
Woude, 730 N. Van Buren St., to the Historic Preservation Commission for a
one-year term ending 3/29/84. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Erdahl, to appoint Sanetta G. Jackson,
517 Hawkeye Ct., to an unexpired term ending 3/1/86 on the Committee on
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Community Needs. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to appoint Reginald Williams,
2608 Bartelt Rd. #18, for an unexpired term of two months plus a full
three-year term ending 7/1/86 on the Committee on Community Needs. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Thomas Belger, 1414
Esther Street, to a journeyman electrician position on the Board of
Electrical Examiners and Appeals for an unexpired term ending 10/26/84.
4 The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Councilmember McDonald noted complaints re the railroad crossing on
Sand Road malfunctioning. Perret noted the same situation on Greenwood
Drive. Staff will check with Crandic on the Sand Road crossing and with
Milwaukee on Greenwood Drive Crossing. McDonald inquired as to cost per
business on installing sprinkler systems with the Dubuque Street project.
City Engr. Farmer stated the City would reimburse $520 toward a 4 inch
line that would handle the sprinkler system, which is the cost the City
r would have incurred replacing the galvanized and/or lead line with copper.
1. Perret questioned whether the Council would discuss the memo received from
the City Manager re Police and Fire Wellness Program. The Council agreed
to discuss the memo at a later time. Perret reported on the progress of
the electrical franchise committee. He also inquired when additional
questions re the Lower Ralston Creek parcels could be answered. The City
Manager stated the item is scheduled for discussion at next Monday's
informal. Councilmember Dickson reported on a Project Hard Times meeting
and requested further discussion of transit ride subsidies at an informal
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Asst. City Manager Hell ing reported the work on the Benton -Riverside
Project would probably begin 4 weeks sooner than anticipated. Staff would
like to accelerate work on Benton Street Bridge to coincide as much as
possible. It will be necessary to have a short special meeting, next
Tuesday evening prior to the informal, to set a public hearing on plans
and specifications for May 10th. Council agreed.
The Mayor announced there would be an executive session immediately
after tonight's meeting to discuss litigation.
Support Recommendation
tof e Design the preference expressed enotediew Committee
ssed by the Citystafforsfollows: 1)
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promote the orderly consistent development of that area (A.U.R.
Construction). 2) Commends Hawkeye Associates for its design plans in the
pipe yard parcel bid, but suggests that it is unsuitable for this location
from several points of view. 3) The City Council not approve the design
plans of John Roffman Construction.
A public hearing on resolution of necessity for St. Ann's Drive
special assessment project - 1983 was held. Moved by Perret, seconded by
Dickson, to continue the public hearing until May 10. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-94, Bk. 77,
pp. 250-252, RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE ST. ANN'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING
ASSESSMENT PROJECT - 1983, and to defer consideration until 5/10/83 on
resolution directing preparation of detailed plans, and specifications,
form of contract and notice to bidders on the St. Anne's Drive special
paving assessment project - 1983, and ordering bids, approving plans,
specifications, and form of contract and notice to bidders, fixing amount
of bid security and ordering Clerk to publish notice and fixing a date for
receiving same, and for a public hearing on plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimte of costs for the St. Ann's Drive special paving
assessment project - 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted and the -
motion carried.
A public hearing on resolution of necessity for Kimball Road special
sidewalk assesement project - 1983 was held. Moved by McDonald, seconded
by Perret, to continue the public hearing until May 10. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-95, Bk. 77,
p. 253-244, RESOLUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION OF
NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE KIMBALL ROAD SPECIAL SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT
PROJECT - 1983, and to defer until 5/10/83 on resolution directing the
preparation of detailed plans and specifications, form of contract and
notice to bidders on the Kimball Road special sidewalk assessment
project - 1983, and ordering bids, approving plans, specifications and
form of contract and notice to bidders, fixing amount of bid security, and
ordering Clerk to publish notice and fixing a date for receiving same and
for a public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimate of costs on the Kimball Road special sidewalk assessment
project - 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted and the
motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-96, Bk. 77,
pp. 256-258, RESOLUTION APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN
HILTON -IOWA CITY PARTNERS AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF
EXPENSES RELATED TO THE PREPARATION OF AN URBAN DEVELOPMENT ACTION GRANT
FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 64-1b. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-97, Bk. 77,
p. 259, RESOLUTION AMENDING RECORD OF OWNERSHIP FOR THE PREFERRED
DEVELOPER FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 64-1b (HOTEL) IN DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY,
from Hilton -Iowa City Partners to Mid -City Hotel Associates. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-98, Bk. 77,
pp. 260-268, RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $10
MILLION IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BONDS (MID -CITY HOTEL ASSOCIATES - IOWA CITY PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA
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CITY, IOWA, DIRECTING A 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. Vernon Beck appeared.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held to consider an application to the
Department of Housing and Urban Development Urban Development Action
Grant Program for $2,733,000 to assist in the development of Urban Renewal
Parcel 64-1b (Hotel Site). No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-99, Bk. 77,
pp. 269-270, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, AS THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
FOR IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO SUBMIT THE CITY OF IOWA CITY'S APPLICATION TO THE
URBAN DEVELOPMENT ACTION GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF URBAN
RENEWAL PARCEL 64-1b. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-100, Bk. 77,
pp. 271-275, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH
BLOOMING PRAIRIE WAREHOUSE, INC., for industrial revenue bonds not to
exceed $363,000. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, all
Councilmembers present and Erdahl abstaining. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-101, Bk. 77,
pp. 276-280, FIXING A DATE FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 1983 (BLOOMING PRAIRIE WAREHOUSE, INC. PROJECT),
setting a public hearing for May 24, 1983. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, all Councilmembers present and Erdahl abstaining. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the intention to issue Industrial
Revenue Bonds for the Iowa Book & Supply Company Project. Atty. Downer
appeared re progress of lease at present site or at Old Capitol. After
discussion, moved by Dickson, seconded by Lynch, to continue the public
hearing at the May 10, 1983, Council meeting. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to defer, until May 10, a
resolution to proceed with the issuance and sale of Industrial Development
Revenue Bonds (Iowa Book & Supply Company Project) in an aggregate
principal amount not to exceed $500,000. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-103, Bk. 77,
pp. 281-289, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC., FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS TO ACQUIRE AND IMPROVE SITES FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF TWO HOMES FOR SEVERE AND PROFOUNDLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, to defer, until May 10, a
resolution authorizing and directing the solicitation of offers and
receipt of bids to purchase certain land for private redevelopment, known
as parcel A-3 in the Lower Ralston Creek area of Iowa City; setting a
public hearing for June 7, 1983, on the proposed sale and conveyance of
said land; and directing the City Clerk to publish notice of such actions.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-104, Bk. 77,
pp. 290-291, ESTABLISHING EXAMINATION FEES, LICENSING FEES AND PERMIT
FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY PLUMBING CODE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to defer, until May 10, a
resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an
agreement and storm sewer easement with Don E. Williams, Gregory J.
Downes, Ralph L. Neuzil, and Dale Sanderson, hereafter known as the
"Williams Group." City Engineer Farmer present for discussion. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers absent.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-105, Bk. 77,
pp. 292-301, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH B&B ENGINEERING SERVICES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR THE DESIGN
OF THE STORM WATER PUMPING STATION AT RALSTON CREEK AND THE DEARBORN
STREET, RUNDELL STREET AND CENTER AVENUE VICINITY. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-106, Bk. 77,
pp. 302-311, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AGREEMENTS FOR GRADE CROSSING
SURFACE REPAIR FUND WITH CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILROAD COMPANY AND
THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RAILROAD DIVISION FOR THE CAPITOL
STREET, CLINTON STREET AND DUBUQUE STREET CROSSINGS. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-107, Bk. 77,
p. 312, SETTING PARKING TIME LIMITS IN THE CHAUNCEY SWAN PLAZA PARKING
LOT. Councilmember McDonald thanked staff for reducing rates. Affimative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-108, Bk. 77, p.
313, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL BY ADDING A
POSITION, a Civil Rights Assistant. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Perret, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser. Nays: Balmer, Lynch.
After discussion, moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, that the position
have a written evaluation by July 1, 1984, as to whether it should be
continued. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/O, all
Councilmembers present.
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Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-109, Bk. 77,
p. 314, AUTHORIZING INCREASE IN COMPENSATION FOR THE CITY ATTORNEY, $44
per hour office work and $52 per hour for litigation. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 35 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ARTICLE II, TAXICABS, BY DELETING
THEREFROM THE AUTHORITY CONFERRED UPON THE CITY CLERK TO ISSUE A TEMPORARY
DRIVING PERMIT TO TAXICAB DRIVERS, be given first vote for passage.
i Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
i The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to defer action on a resolution
establishing certain fees and charges with respect to the administration
of regulations for taxicabs and taxicab drivers and repealing Resolution
No. 83-289, until after the previous ordinance is adopted. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn to executive session i
to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litiga-
tion or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely i
to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that
litigation 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
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers i
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Informal Council Discussion
April 18, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: April 18, 1983, at 4:45 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, McDonald, Balmer, Erdahl, Dickson,
Perret. Absent: Lynch.
Staff Members Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Lee, Reynolds,
Boothroy.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-7, Side 1, 710 -End; Side 2, 1 -End.
Jobs Program
Neuhauser said that the County asked the City to appoint an elected
official to serve on a Jobs Council. Sehr explained that there is a new
w six -county area Jobs Program that also includes Cedar Rapids. A thirteen
member board will be appointed to oversee the program. The Jobs Program
replaces CETA. The matter will be discussed at next Monday's informal
session.
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Helling explained that the Council needs to hold a special meeting Tuesday
night to set a May 24 public hearing for the Federal and State Section 18
Transit Grant application. The federal government requires a minimum of a
30 -day notification of the public hearing. Council agreed to a Tuesday,
t 7:30 p.m. meeting.
Tree Removal
Erdahl explained that the discussion of the City's tree removal policies
was prompted by a citizen's concern for the removal of a tree on
Burlington and Summit Streets. The City Manager's office, the City
Forester and Councilmembers were contacted about the citizen's tree
removal concern. Perret further researched the tree removal problems and
along with Dickson checked on the trees that had been marked for removal.
He suggested that a tree ad-hoc committee be set up and meet with City
staff to establish criteria for tree removal. Berlin said that past
policy should be reviewed. He noted the past Forester had made budget
requests for sufficient money to run a tree program and the requests had
always been denied. Perret stated taht he would like to see the City do
more to preserve and replant trees. Balmer asked that Leon Lyvers and
Terry Robinson give their input regarding Iowa City's trees. Berlin noted
that the legal department and Dennis Showalter should be involved.
Neuhauser said that there is money in the Jobs Program for tree planting.
Terry Robinson explained that he is not in favor of cutting down trees
unless there is a valid reason to do so.
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Larry Schnitjer, speaking for property owner Dr. Rigler, showed two
possible development plans for 521 Kirkwood - two 27 -unit apartment
buildings or a 23,000 square foot commercial building with 18 apartments.
The latter option would reduce the number of trees and have fence screen-
ing. Practically all the trees are saved with the apartment building
plan, with evergreens added to the plan. Perret and Dickson met with Dr.
Rigler and some of the Kirkwood neighbors to discuss the alternatives,
including the exchange of the property for the City's Elm Grove Park. Dr.
Rigler does not consider the Elm Grove Park exchange a viable alternative
currently because of the flood plain fill requirements. The Mayor noted
that the Council has an obligation to act on a rezoning application unless
the applicant wishes to defer or withdraw the application. Parks and
Recreation staff stated that 1) an appraisal needs to be done of 521
Kirkwood excluding the house which has no recreational use to the City; 2)
the Comprehensive Plan states taht people should be within a half mile of
the park they use and the money from the sale of Elm Grove Park should be
used to fund park acquisition within that guideline; 3) the city should
not acquire more small parks because of the high cost of maintenance; and
4) the decision should be put before the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Neuhauser summarized that Planning and Zoning recommended that 521
Kirkwood be rezoned RNC -20 because of its compatibility with the
Comprehensive Plan. This is the equivalent of RM -20 under the proposed
zoning ordinance and would allow construction of Dr. Rigler's planned
apartments. Unless Dr. Rigler withdraws the application or requests
further deferral, the Council will act on the application at their next
formal meeting, April 26. Boothroy said staff considers apartments a more
suitable transition zone than commercial or industrial use. M1 is very
open ended on use and is most limited by parking requirements. Pat Gilpin
felt that the commercial use was improper because most trees would be
removed and too many traffic entries would be made onto Kirkwood Avenue.
An area resident commented that residents currently are more concerned
with what they're losing than with what actually goes into the space.
Schnitjer explained that the proposed apartments are oriented towards
professional occupants which would create fewer traffic and parking
problems than a student oriented complex. In answer to a question from an
area resident, Neuhauser said that no assurance can be given about the
suggested Elm Grove Park exchange. It was noted that the rezoning
application is subject to extraordinary majority and approval will take
six of seven council votes.
Liquor License Procedures
Erdahl explained that the existing policy is that the applicant must have
all requirements fulfilled for the liquor license before the application
deadline. The Mayor said that the problem has been with the burden on
City Clerk's office. Karr said that trying to shift the burden to the
late applicant has just made things more inconvenient for the Council and
Clerk's office because applicants appear at informal Council meetings for
last minute liquor license meetings. Erdahl said that liquor license
renewals should not be granted unless the Wednesday agenda deadline is
met. Council agreed that the burden should be on the applicant to
correctly apply by the due date. Berlin suggested standing firm on
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Wednesday agenda deadline. If the applicant is late she/he can still
appear at the informal meeting. Perret read from the Code (pg. 373, Sec.
525) on new and renewed licenses. He suggested that the Code would have
to be revised in order to change procedure because the Code specifies
application seven days before the applicant wishes Council to consider.
Karr suggested staying with the seven day application time and that the
check -off list provided each applicant be changed to read 4:30 Tuesday, a
week before regular Council meetings.
1. Balmer inquired about the City's advertising for an extra half-time
position in the Civil Rights area. He doubted the need for such a
position. Helling explained that the position is needed to assure
that complaints of discrimination in housing are handled within HUD
deadlines. Berlin said he would give Councilmembers more
information about the position.
2. In response to a question from Balmer, Helling promised that the
council would receive an update from the Broadband
Telecommunications Commission problem areas.
3. Neuhauser attended a transient housing meeting with Mary Anne Volm,
Donald Sehr, Cheryl Mintle and two representatives of the Ecumenical
Council. Mintle has done a good survey of the needed emergency
housing in Iowa City. Council will be receiving the survey.
Supplemental Block Grant money is targeted for emergency housing.
4. In answer to a question from McDonald, Neuhauser and Berlin replied
that a complete, historical summary of all facts and correspondence
surrounding the Airport -FAA controversy is being pr@pared for the
Council.
5. Dickson encouraged Councilmembers to attend HACAP meetings Thursday
afternoons, 4:00 p.m., at Lakeside.
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Fringe parcels Al and A2. Berlin noted that the Council should
particularly consider whether there should be housing in that area
and the amount of open space there should be by the creek.
7. A tour is set for Ventura, Tanglewood, St. Ann's Drive and Melrose
Court for 4:00 p.m. , Monday, April 25.
Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
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maintaining the current policy of requiring applicants to meet the normal
Wednesday agenda deadline. If the applicant is late she/he can still
appear at the informal meeting. Perret read from the Code (pg. 373, Sec.
525) on new and renewed licenses. He suggested that the Code would have
to be revised in order to change procedure because the Code specifies
application seven days before the applicant wishes Council to consider.
Karr suggested staying with the seven day application time and that the
check -off list provided each applicant be changed to read 4:30 Tuesday, a
week before regular Council meetings.
1. Balmer inquired about the City's advertising for an extra half-time
position in the Civil Rights area. He doubted the need for such a
position. Helling explained that the position is needed to assure
that complaints of discrimination in housing are handled within HUD
deadlines. Berlin said he would give Councilmembers more
information about the position.
2. In response to a question from Balmer, Helling promised that the
council would receive an update from the Broadband
Telecommunications Commission problem areas.
3. Neuhauser attended a transient housing meeting with Mary Anne Volm,
Donald Sehr, Cheryl Mintle and two representatives of the Ecumenical
Council. Mintle has done a good survey of the needed emergency
housing in Iowa City. Council will be receiving the survey.
Supplemental Block Grant money is targeted for emergency housing.
4. In answer to a question from McDonald, Neuhauser and Berlin replied
that a complete, historical summary of all facts and correspondence
surrounding the Airport -FAA controversy is being pr@pared for the
Council.
5. Dickson encouraged Councilmembers to attend HACAP meetings Thursday
afternoons, 4:00 p.m., at Lakeside.
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Fringe parcels Al and A2. Berlin noted that the Council should
particularly consider whether there should be housing in that area
and the amount of open space there should be by the creek.
7. A tour is set for Ventura, Tanglewood, St. Ann's Drive and Melrose
Court for 4:00 p.m. , Monday, April 25.
Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
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Special Informal Council Discussion
April 19, 1983, 7:30 p.m.
Special Informal Council Discussion: April 19, 1983, 7:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Balmer, Erdahl, Dickson, Lynch, Neuhauser,
McDonald, Perret.
Staffinembers Present: Berlin, Helling, Schmeiser, Karr.
Tape Recorded: Reel #83-8, Side 2, #1795 -End and Reel #83-10, Side 1, #1-
1192.
Tree Regulations, Article IV, Division 1, pg. 150.
Council requested a list of addresses where Building Inspector Siders
believes there are too many trees. Schmeiser said that he believes the
proposed zoning ordinance requires too many trees for residential tree
coverage at the rate of one 3" tree for every 550 square feet of building
coverage. The Council agreed that the issue of trees and screening should
be resolved through discussion with Building Inspector Siders, the City
Forester and the tree committee.
Dimensional Requirements
Council discussed air conditional placement and impact on noise. The
consensus was that Section 1-61, Paragraphs h and i, should be eliminated.
Saunas should be added to Paragraph n. The Council discussed eliminating
the minimum and maximum residential lot size and allowing density and
market to determine lot size which would be an incentive to vary lot size
and neighborhood character. Schmeiser pointed out that the OPD -H Zone
Regulations (pg. 86) allow reasonable variety. Planning and Zoning is
rewriting the OPD -H section to make it simpler to understand.
Accessory Uses, Article III, Section 1-52.
The Home Occupations restrictions were discussed including antique sales,
cosmetic sales, and weekly garage sales. Parking is considered a
particular problem. Council agreed to retain the Home Occupations section
as written in the current zoning ordinance.
River Corridor Overlay, Section 1-39.
The overlay zone is an area extending to 30 feet from the river bank along
the Iowa River which encompasses the floodplain. The City's legal staff's
opinion is that the overlay zone cannot extend beyond the floodplain. A
map will be available at the next meeting so the Council can see the
effect.
Medium Density Single Family Residential Zone, Section 1-7.
Perret said he thought Public Utilities were to be removed from the
special exception process. After examples were given the Council agreed
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needed that can make informed decisions on public utilities special
exceptions, but until such a commission is formed, the decision should
rest with the Council.
Other Discussion
1. The Council asked that smaller maps with "overlays" be prepared so
that they can easily be referred to.
2. The Council agreed to meet with contractors and developers at the
Special Informal Council meeting in four weeks to hear their input.
3. The Council agreed that if the OPD -H Section is to be usable, it must
be made easier to understand. Perret noted that the section made
sense but he is not sure exactly what it meant.
4. Schmeiser noted that currently the legal staff thinks that the
Council has too much discretion in approving PAD plans and the
proposed zoning ordinance is designed to reduce that discretion.
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APRIL 25, 1983 4:00 P.M.
Informal Council Discussion: April 25, 1983, 4:00 PM beginning with a tour and
continued in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser
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Councilmembers Present: Tour: Neuhauser, McDonald, Dickson, Balmer, Lynch.
Erdahl and Pert et present for Council discussion in Conference Room.
Staffinembers Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Zehr, Knight, Boothroy,
Hencin, Milkman, Williams, Farmer, Holderness.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-11, Side 1, N1 -end, Side 2, N1-20.
Tour
I Councilmembers toured various project areas: Ventura and Tanglewood, Kimball
Road, St. Ann's Drive, North Branch Dam, Lower Ralston Creek Project Area.
Airport
1 Fred Zehr, Emmit George and Russ Schmeiser met with three FAA officials in
! Kansas City Monday morning. Schmeiser reported the results of the meeting to
the Council. The FAA feels that by Iowa City's allowing the current
construction project north of the airport to proceed, the City is not
demonstrating support for its airport. Because of this non-support, the FAA may
re -allocate the money (previously allocated to Iowa City) to other communities
that support their airports. FAA officials were informed about Iowa City's
Master Plan and efforts to continually comply with that Plan. The FAA would
like to see any land in the airport runway's clear zone to be owned by the City
in fee simple without any building on that land. The FAA explained that at least
the clear zone area be restricted to low density buiding with no residential.
Since the 1964 Grant, the FAA has continually specificially stated the
residential building is not acceptable in the clear zone. The FAA would like to
see a general policy statement by Iowa City in the form of a resolution statin
the City's support for the airport and the plaster Plan. Specifically, the FAA
wants to know: 1) What Iowa City will do to protect what it has in the clear
t zone; and 2) What will Iowa City do in the future to acquire land for aerial
easements. In the meeting, Schmeiser had clearly defined the commercial zoning
to the FAA. FAA argued that they have always required that clear zones exclude
residential building. Schmeiser explained to the Council that a demonstration
of support needs to be made soon because the FAA makes a final determination on
the $300,000 tentatively allocated by June 30.
Neuhauser commented that the FAA's requests seem very vague. Berlin suggested
that the Airport Commission and staff work to make recommendations to the
Council as to what specific steps should be taken. They should continue to keep
in contact with the FAA. Erdahl suggesed that the City give the FAA an
explanation of the past airport history and future plans with regard to the
zoning ordinance and airport overlay zone. Schmeiser informed the Council that
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tine purchase of the property in the clear zone is eligible for up to 90%
reimbursemnt from the FAA. Council members discussed the safety factors involved
with the height of the current construction relative to the approach landings of
airplanes. Neuhauser• said that the FAA's comments about: 1) the City not
preventing the building of the grain elevator 6-8 years ago south of the airport
and 2) the noise complaints from 8-10 years ago, were unfair. Council and staff
agreed with Neuhauser's feelings that Iowa City is being singled -out by the FAA.
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Balmer suggested that a meeting be set up with the developer.
Neuhauser stated that the only issue that can be discussed in executive session
is whether the City should seek an injunction. Erdahl inquired if settlement
negotiations is an appropriate reason to go into executive session. Jansen said
that any matter that directly bears on a question of litigation would give
reason for executive session. Specifically, the possible acquisition of
property should be given as part of the reason for an executive session.
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! Executive Session. Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn to !
a executive session under Sec. 28A.5b, to discuss strategy with counsel in matters
e that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its
F disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the
$ governmental body in that litigation or Sec. 2BA.5g, to discuss the purchase of
particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably
t expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that
property. The minutes and the tape recording of a public session closed under
this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction
discussed is completed. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0.
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Applications to Planning and Zoning Commission (Knight)
Balmer requested an update on the effects of the May 24th moratorium on current
construction and how many people will be affected by down zoning. Berlin stated
that questions and responses from Planning and Zoning public hearings will be y
catalogued for the Council's use.
Rezoning of 510 S. Clinton, R3B to CBS. A letter was received requesting the
Council to expedite the hearing process. A concern was raised about the
required amount of parking for mixed uses whether the new zoning ordinance would
require an unreasonable amount of parking. No objections to setting a public
hearing 5/24/83.
Rezoning 40 acres north and east of Rochester Ave, and First Ave. RIA to RIB
and R3. No objections to setting the public hearing 5 24 83. Council noted
that the consideration of the recommendation from Planning and Zoning Commission
to deny approval of the preliminary plat at First and Rochester, Part 1, doesn't
require an official vote.
Rezoning 1425 N. Dodge St., RlA to C2. A letter was received from the
applicant requesting that the process be expedited. No objection to holding a
public hearing.
Rezoning of the Hawkeye Mobile Court, RiA to RMH. Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval. This item was initiated by the City upon
adoption of the RMH zone.
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Zoning Ordinance Amendment, regarding the suspension of building permits during
consecutive rezonings within a 12 month period. Neuhauser suggested giving the
three readings directly after the public hearing. Knight suggested that Council
could waive all three readings at the May 10th meeting.
Amend the Planned Area Development Plan for MacBride Addition Part 2.
Includes a total of 116 multi -family units.
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Rezoiiing 70 acres of land located north of Hi hway 1 near Willow Creek R1A
and CH to C2. Knight proposed to go ahead with the 1st and 2nd readings and
Fold it for the 3rd reading until confirmation from the City Development Board
approving the annexation.
Rezoning 521 Kirkwood M1 to RNC -20, first consideration. No discussion.
Rezoning .93 acres land in vicinity of Van Buren and Johnson Street M1 to
R3A, second consideration. Applicant has requested waiver of the second
consideration be given. Council was in favor of this. Knight noted that the
resolution approving the Van Buren Village Large Scale Residential Development
Plan could not be approved until the rezoning is approved.
City Pipeyard (Boothroy)
Council requested that each of the three applicants give a presentation at
another informal council discussion before June 7. Fifteen minutes should be
allowed for each presentation. All three applicants present.
521 Kirkwood
The question was raised as to whether the Council could vote for RM -12 zoning on
this property. Neuhauser said that they would need to receive a written
request. Knight said that RM -12 doesn't exist under current ordinance, it would
have to be R3. Jansen will research the possibility.
Jobs Bill (Hencin and CCN members)
Hencin stated that CCN wants clarification with regard to if the Council would
consider other kinds of projects that would insure employment for women or for
people who don 't do manual labor. Balmer suggested that the grant money be
used to finish projects such as the Rundell St. project. Lynch noted that money
is often spent on start-up costs without long term benefits. Neuhauser said
that the CCN and Council should look at the emergency shelter survey and
consider it as a viable Jobs Bill project. Neuhauser said that an emergency
shelter proposal will be forthcoming soon. Perrot noted that a certain portion
of the Job bill should be targeted for a replanting of trees program. CCN said
that they would like to ask area agencies for creative ideas for Jobs Bill
moneies. Berlin suggested the CCN and staff formulate some guidelines to
present to the Council. Neuhauser said that the Council would consider one-time
projects, not just long term capital improvement projects. CCN member M. Bonney
reminded the Council that there is a July 1st deadline. Hencin said that the
Jobs Bill amount is $259,000. The current entitlement is $824,000 and is fully
allocated for the coming fiscal year.
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Fair Housing Assistance Grant (Williams)
Balmer stated that the demand for the position still needs to be demonstrated.
Hell'
ng stated the position is federally funded and could end when the funding
ends. It is a capacity building program that assumes that there will be an
increase in need as the program progresses. Federal funding may be continued if
1 the need or additional demand is demonstrated. Council discussed the need for
the position and if an initial outreach program is even appropriate. Williams
reported that five housing complaints have been reviewed by the Human Rights
Specialist in fiscal year 1982 and 19 total complaints.
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Appointments
Councilmembers agreed to appoint Sanetta G. Jackson and Reginald Williams to the
Committee on Community Needs.
Councilmembers agreed to appoint Thomas Belger to the Board of Electrical
Examiners and Appeals.
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Preservation Commission.
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Council Business
1. Balmer noted that the Council packet was unusually large this week.
Neuhauser asked Berlin how he replies to the correspondence that requires
Council action. Berlin often responds to letters immediately by informing
them that the matter is being referred to the Council.
I 2. Special assessments. Councilmembers agreed to defer all items for two
weeks.
3. Item 31, a resolution re bids on Lower Ralston Creek Project, was
discussed. Perret requested Council to defer this matter because the area
is affected by the flood maps.
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4. Lynch asked the City Manager if the hotel planning is on schedule. Berlin
i replied that the UDAG grant application is on schedule and the City is
meeting with Beck this week. Councilmembers want to schedule another
meeting to review the current hotel plans and changes.
5. Balmer asked other Councilmembers if informal council discussions could be
i at 3:00 PM for the summer months.
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wellness program. Contact Berlin with any questions. Councilmembers
asked Berlin to give brief presentation next week at the informal council
discussion.
7. Perret asked when the bus interchange on Washington Street will be
scheduled for discussion. Berlin replied that it will be scheduled
tentatively in two weeks.
Meeting adjourned at 7:45 P.M.
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APRIL, 25, 1983
EXECUTIVE SESSION: April 25, 1983, 6:05 P.M. in the Conference Room at
the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCnME'MBFRS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret. Absent: None.
FFWGERS PRESENT: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Zehr, Knight, Airport
Camdssion Member Schmeiser.
TAPE-RECORDED ON Reel #28, Side 1, 720-1020.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson to adjourn to executive session under
Section 28A.5(b) and (g) 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 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 affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmmbers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer to adjourn, 6:35 P.M. The Mayor declared
the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmsnbers present.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
APRIL, 26, 19 8 3
EXECUPION SESSION: April 26, 1983, 9:35 P.M. in the Conference Roan at
the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCILMEZMRS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret. Absent: None.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Zehr, Airport Comnission
Member Schmeiser.
TAPE-RECORDED ON Reel #28, Side 1, 1020-1375.
Moved by Perret, seoonded by Dickson to adjourn to executive session under
Section 28A.5(b) and (g) 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 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 affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmenbers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer to adjourn, 10:15 P.M. The Mayor declared
the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmenbers present.
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