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Home My WebLink About1983-06-07 Council minutesINFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION 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, Schma� mer, Lundell, Moen. Tape_ R_ ecord=d: Reel 83-1, Side 1, 103-805. PLANNING AND ZONING a. 1983 Com rehensive Plan Land Use U date. There will be an 1 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 Ridae Parts 1-4. No discussion, no objection to holding a March 1, 1983, public hearing. i C. e. f R h Febr February Part 2. This will go to Planning and Zoning Commission on expedite 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. Vacation of portions of Sunset. This property was acquired by IDOT and they have no ob3ections. The application was b resident. This vacation is part of the R.O.W. that ais8 xcesswtoHnormhts al R.O.W., used during construction. If vacated, the property will be appraised and sold. By the time it relinquished their rights is sold, the I007 to the property to the City. will have Fleetwa Stores Pro ert rezonin M1 to C2. Council stated in a previous meeting, that such requests shouldn t be considered singlely. Lyon's Second Addition rezoning C2 to R3X 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. ��• lois is first consideration beause EYE., Strtechnical 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. L man Cook's Subdivision rezoning C2 to CBS. This is consideration No discussion. 4 j MICROFILMED BY .�' '.JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPias-bES'MOINES r i ------------ a second J.- 1 . 10 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JANUARY 31, 1983 PAGE 2 Cook's Subdivision Vacation Portior of Alle Second consideration. No discussion. j• Subdivision Ordinance Amendment. Second consideration. No discussion. k• Manville Heights Moratorium. Staff has prepared a ordinance, and legal description. Questions were raised about having a proposed schedule; an 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 I. 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. 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 ImprovementOwillanottbelbe doneabyroached developersubecause funding. ishexisting City Ra0�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 initiato Brill neighborhood. This project only benefits residents and the efore illsented to Obe funthe ded 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 ear, have been previously discussed. The Iowa Avenue andoster BurlingtoRoadn Street east nBri/dges Will l 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 VillaPark, Mercer Park, and Willow Creek Sidewalk projects are for construction of sidewalks adjacent to City parks. There was some 41 MICROFILMED BY °JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES 140INES 1r I J WNW r r INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JANUARY 31, 1983 PAGE 3 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 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. 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 n - 4j MICROFILMED BY ; '.JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOINES- r FA _J r• . INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JANUARY 31, 1983 PAGE 4 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 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). ( MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB '.CEDAR RAPIDS•DES MOINES . iJ r—. OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL -5/16/83 Iowa City Council, special meeting, May 16, 1983, 7:35 PM, in the City Manager's Conference Room. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: none. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-144, Bk. 77, p. 398, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/24/83 ON AMENDING THE FY83 OPERATING BUDGET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-145, Bk. 77, p. 399, TO ! SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/24/83 ON APPROVING THE FY83 CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. { Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn to informal session, 8:40 PM. ( The Mayor declared the motion carried i unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. -Vuu-Lq C,I�►�or MARY 9 NEUHAUSER, MAYOR MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK Submitted for publication 5/25/83 j i4� 1 MICROFILMED BY IN .JORM MICROLAB I CEDAR RAPIDS•bES'1401NES.' r l i 1 -1 r—. OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL -5/16/83 Iowa City Council, special meeting, May 16, 1983, 7:35 PM, in the City Manager's Conference Room. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: none. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-144, Bk. 77, p. 398, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/24/83 ON AMENDING THE FY83 OPERATING BUDGET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-145, Bk. 77, p. 399, TO ! SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 5/24/83 ON APPROVING THE FY83 CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. { Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn to informal session, 8:40 PM. ( The Mayor declared the motion carried i unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. -Vuu-Lq C,I�►�or MARY 9 NEUHAUSER, MAYOR MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK Submitted for publication 5/25/83 j i4� 1 MICROFILMED BY IN .JORM MICROLAB I CEDAR RAPIDS•bES'1401NES.' r l i 1 FA COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES JUNE 7, 1983 Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 6/7/83, at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: none. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Franklin, Gannon, Holderness, Hauer, Hencin, Mintle, Karr. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 83-15, Side 1, 906 -End, and Side 2, 1-129. 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., 5/16/83, as published, subject to correction as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. -5/12/83; Senior Ctr.-4/7/83; Parks & Recreation Comm. -5/18/83; Riverfront Comm. -5/9/83; Bd. of Library Trustees -5/26/83; Bd. of Adjustment -5/11/83; Planning & Zoning Comm. -4/7/83 & 4/14/83; Committee on Community Needs -5/11/83 & 5/17/83. Permit motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk: Approving Special Class C Beer -Wine License and Sunday Sales for Michael ; O.L. Chan dba Canton House, 713-715 S. Riverside Drive. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Krause Gentle Oil Corporation dba Iowa I City Kum & Go #222, 531 S. Riverside Drive. Approving Class C Beer Permit r' and Sunday Sales for Drug Fair, Inc. dba Peoples Drug, 2425 Muscatine Avenue. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Pester Marketing Company, 606 S. Riverside Drive. Approving Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Walgreen Co. dba Walgreens, 1646 Sycamore. Approving Class B Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Howard Johnson Company and McLean Enterprises, Inc. dba Howard Johnson's Restaurant and Motor Lodge, North Dodge Street. Refunding a portion of a Liquor License to The Shamrock. RES. 83-165, Bk. 77, p. 447, ISSUING A CIGARETTE PERMIT. Authorizing the City Engineer to sign an IDOT application for use of highway right-of-way for utilities accommodations to Northwestern Bell Telephone Company for Highway 1, North and Bristol Drive. Resolutions, Bk. 77: RES. 83-166, p. 448, ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT SIXTEEN TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 83-167, p. 449, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CIVIC CENTER ROOF REPAIR PROJECT, FY82, AS CONSTRUCTED BY SLADE BROTHERS ROOFING COMPANY OF CORALVILLE, IOWA. Correspondence: Ltrs. re property at 521 Kirkwood Avenue from Thomas L. Irwin, Marian G. Boyd, John and Holly Whitcomb, and Marvel A. Daniels. Dr. and Mrs. Rigler advising that property at 521 Kirkwood is not for sale. Dr. and Mrs. Rigler requesting Council action on property at 521 Kirkwood be deferred until first meeting in July. Petition from owners (Rigler) of property at 521 Kirkwood protesting proposed rezoning from M1 to R2. Marty Lange re a problem with pigeons, referred to the Animal Shelter Supr. for ;41CROFILMEO BY `.JORM MiCROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DES'MOINES r FA Cou 1 Activities June 7, 1983 Page 2 reply. Davis and Catherine Foster re the opening of I Street, memo attached from the City Engr. re this matter. Phil Nychay re the downtown transit interchange. Nancy Jones re tree removal program, City Manager will reply after Council consideration. Rod and Sue Perry re the location for a halfway house. Harry Blanchard re Central Junior High property, referred to the City Manager for reply. Dorothy G. Darling re the hotel project, referred to the City Manager for reply. Clear Creek Investment Company re uses for 320 acres on the western edge of Iowa City, City Manager will respond after Council discussion. Memo from the Traffic Engr. re parking on Lincoln Avenue. Memo from the Traffic Engr. re parking on Seventh Avenue. Petition signed by 24 residents re early morning hours for swimming for adults, referred to the Parks & Recreation Director for reply. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: University Baptist Church to have a Vacation Bible School parade on 6/4/83, approved. Karen Kubby to set up an information table in Blackhawk Minipark on 5/28/83, approved. University of Iowa Homecoming Council to have the Homecoming Parade on 10/7/83, approved. Iowa City Memorial Day Association to have the services on the Iowa Avenue Bridge and in the cemeteries on 5/30/83, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to set a public hearing for 7/5/83 on the proposed vacation of alley right-of-way running south from Highway 6 between Valley Avenue and Lincoln Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to set a public hearing for 7/5/83 on the final Planned Area Development plan for a 30.65 acre tract located south of Ty'n Cae Part 3. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of certain property located at 624 South Gilbert Street from C2 to R3A. No one appeared. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 510 SOUTH CLINTON STREET FROM R3B TO CBS, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers j present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. 1 Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to defer for two weeks consideration of an ordinance rezoning approximately 40 acres located north and east of the intersection of Rochester Avenue and the proposed First Avenue Extended from RIA to R3. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that ORD. 83-3121, Bk. 21, pp. 65- 66, VACATING A PORTION OF LUCAS STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED NORTH OF PAGE STREET AND SOUTH OF THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. MICROFILMED BY ! '.JORM MICROLAB I CEDAR RAPIDS•DES'MOINESr 1 J Cou�I Activities June /, 1983 Page 3 Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, that ORD. 83-3122, Bk. 21, pp. 67- 69, REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1425 NORTH DODGE STREET FROM RIA TO C2, be passed and adopted. Councilmember Perret stated he would not be voting in favor of the ordinance because he felt it was not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and an example of spot zoning. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 4/3, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Balmer. Nays: Perret, Dickson, Erdahl. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to defer for two weeks consideration of an ordinance to rezone approximately 70 acres of land located north of Highway 1 near Willow Creek. Councilmember Erdahl requested a letter be sent by the City Attorney to S.W. Development Co. re deferral due to the airport approach overlay zone. Neuhauser stated that approximately 1500 feet of the property lay within the airport clear zone. Charles Barker, partner in the Development Co., appeared re impact of a delay and submitted a letter of assurances re the rezoning and FAA concerns. The City Atty. stated the letter was not binding and covenants mentioned in the letter would be the mechanism for binding the agreement. Councilmembers referred the letter to the City Atty. and requested he work with the applicant and FAA. After discussion, the Mayor declared the motion to defer two weeks carried, 6/1, Lynch voting 'no'. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to defer consideration of a resolution approving the preliminary plat of Court Hill, Part 16. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-168, Bk. 77, p. 450, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF GREEN LANDS SUBDIVISION LOCATED NORTH OF COURT STREET BETWEEN SEVENTH AVENUE AND MORNINGSIDE DRIVE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held to consider the disposition of certain property known as the City Pipeyard, to James and Loretta Clark of AUR Construction Co. John Roffman, another bidder on the parcel, appeared. Atty. Joseph Holland, representing James and Loretta Clark, appeared. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-169, Bk. 77, p. 451, TO DISPOSE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWN AS THE CITY PIPEYARD TO JAMES AND LORETTA CLARK. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract, and cost estimate for the construction of the Salt Storage Building. No one appeared. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-170, Bk. 77, p. 452, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SALT STORAGE BUILDING AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED JUNE 28, 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on Resolution of Necessity for St. Anne's Drive Special Assessment Project - 1983. The following people appeared: Bob and Martha Bross, 846 St. Anne's Drive and Bernard Yeggy, 1525 Prairie du Chien. MICROFILMED BY �I '.JORM MICRO_ LAB l CEDAR RAP105•UES MOINES COL 1 Activities June 7, 1983 Page 4 Staffinember Holderness present for discussion. The Mayor announced the assessment would be figured at 1/3 cost to the abutting property owners and 2/3 financed by the City. No property owners would be assessed unless their property abutted the street. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-171, Bk. 77, pp. 453-456, RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT - 1983, as amended. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the amended resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-172, Bk. 77, p. 457, DIRECTING PREPARATION OF DETAILED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE OF BIDDERS ON THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT - 1983. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to defer consideration of a resolution 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 date for receiving same, and for a public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of costs for the St. Anne's Drive Special Paving Assessment Project - 1983. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held to receive citizen comments regarding the proposed program statement of Community Development objectives and projected use of $259,000 of 1983 Community Development Block Grant Jobs Bill funding. The following people appeared: Gina McGee, 1316 Center Avenue, Vice -chair of CCN; Tom Feldbush, 324 Post Rd., presented letter from president of Johnson County Assn. for Retarded Citizens; Diane Pepetone, 1515 Broadway, and Peggy Cress, Willow Creek Neighborhood Center; Fr. Henry Greiner, 220 E. Jefferson, Emergency Housing Project; Karen Hradek, 924 Hudson, presented letter and petition re Miller/Hudson Neighborhood; Peg McElroy, 125 N. Gilbert, and Jesse Bromsen, 26 E. Market, MYEP Summer Youth Corps and Independent Living "Leaf" Employment Program. John Watson, 403 Elmridge, Goodwill Industries. Staffinember Hencin and CCN Chair Mickey Lauria present for discussion. Council agreed to begin the process for designation of Hudson, Orchard, W. Benton, and the Miller area as a Neighborhood Strategy area. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to accept and place on file the letters from Louis Brown, Edward Hauth, and Vern Naggartz re the Nelson Adult Center, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Recommendations of the Committee on Community Needs noted as follows: (1) CCN recommends the allocation of $1,000 to the Elderly Services Agency and recommends that the agency use other services such as the Independent Living "Leaf" Employment Program and MYEP Summer Iowa Youth Corps, if funded. (2) CCN recommends the allocation of $100,000 to the Emergency Housing Project. (3) CCN recommends the allocation of $31,500 to the Goodwill Industries, Food Service Training Expansion. (4) CCN recommends the allocation of $30,000 to the combined requests of the MYEP Summer Iowa Youth Corps and the Independent Living Leaf Employment Program. (5) CCN recommends the allocation of $40,000 to the renovation for expansion of the Nelson Adult Center. (6) CCN recommends the allocation of $45,000 to the NSA Exterior Paint Program and recommends that the !.� MICROFILMED BY 'JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOINES J Coi-" 1 Activities June 7, 1983 Page 5 program be coordinated with MYEP Summer Youth Corps and Independent "Leaf" Employment Program. (7) CCN recommends the allocation of $4,300 to the MYEP Jobs Club. (8) CCN recommends the designation of the Miller/Hudson Neighborhood as an NSA (Neighborhood Strategy Area) and recommends the allocation of $7,200 for housing rehabilitation. The Mayor announced one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 5/1/85 on the Planning and Zoning Commission and one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 3/1/84 on the Airport Commission. These appointments will be made at the 7/19/83 meeting of the City Council. Councilmember Balmer questioned if money for administrative costs were included in the Jobs Bill funding. Staffinember Hencin stated no administrative costs were included but that those costs were bore by CDBG funds and would be an increased workload this year. Dickson requested that the Transit fare subsidy proposal mentioned some time ago be scheduled for Council discussion in the near future. Neuhauser requested that citizens notify Airport Commissioners Emmit George and Russ Schmeiser with any comments relative to the Airprot and the FAA. Erdahl clarified that the Mayor and Council would not be receiving salary increases until January 1, 1984. Neuhauser requested an executive session be held to discuss the Sheller -Globe matter and Home Town Dairies. Moved bMcDonald, seconded b, to 458, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTH RIZINGiTHEoMAYOR TOoSIGNES. AND8THE 7CITYkCLE77, RK TO ATTEST THE CONTRACT FOR THE BENTON STREET BRIDGE REPAIR PROJECT TO CRAMER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF DES MOINES, IOWA, for $36,116. Balmer noted he was voting for the resolution only because timing was critical. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved b seconded Dickson, to adopt RES ch 464, AUTHORIZINGn HE MAYOR TObSIGN AND THE CITY CLEk TOI74ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES TO UPDATE THE FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS AND FLOOD BOUNDARY AND FLOODWAY MAPS. Neuhauser questioned the amount of money and time required for the project. The City Manager stated Engineering had felt the amount was appropriate, Congressional help may be needed to move the application along through federal agencies after %-.ork is completed. Balmer stated he was unhappy with the amount but felt we had no choice but to approve so the project could move along. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Lynch, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-175, Bk. 77 465-470, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT AND STORM SEWER EASEMENT WITH DON E. WILLIAMS, GREGORY J. DOWNS, RALPH L. NEUZIL AND DALE SANDERSON, HEREAFTER KNOWN AS THE "WILLIAMS GROUP". Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, 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. 83-3123, Bk. 21, pp. 70-71, VACATING AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY PURPOSES ALONG WOOLF AVENUE, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote nr MICROFILMED BY ;�"' `JORM MICROLAB f { CEDAR RAP;DS•DES 140INES r J Cot r 'I Activities Junt ], 1983 Page 6 unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-176, Bk. 77, pp. 471- 473, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION, re the construction of a new entrance for expansion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on the intention to issue hospital facility refunding revenue bonds for the Mercy Hospital Project. Sr. Mary Venarda, Administrator of Mercy, appeared. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-177, Bk. 77, pp. 474-478, TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF HOSPITAL FACILITY REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 1983 (MERCY HOSPITAL PROJECT) IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $26,000,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST, TO THAT AMOUNT, OF RETIRING CERTAIN EXISTING INDEBTEDNESS OF MERCY HOSPITAL, IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THEREBY REFUNDING THE CITY'S $19,975,000 HOSPITAL FACILITY REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 1982 (MERCY HOSPITAL PROJECT). Erdahl questioned if plans for the parking ramp would be proceeding even if Mercy acquired additional parking. Sr. Venarda replied there would be no change in the project. Councilmembers Erdahl, Perret, and Dickson stated they would be supporting this resolution even though they didn't support the first bonding. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Revised bonding documents were distributed for Millard Warehouse Project. The City Manager stated the documents had been reviewed by the Finance Director and no problems were found. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-178, Bk. 77, pp. 479-489, GRANTING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL FOR THE ISSUANCE BY THE CITY OF $2,450,000 OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS THE PROCEEDS OF WHICH WILL BE LOANED TO LARRY A. LARSEN DBA MILLARD WAREHOUSE DIRECTING THE PUBLICATION OF A NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE $1,400,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (MILLARD WAREHOUSE PROJECT), SERIES A, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL TO ISSUE SAID BONDS. Chuck Poore, representing Millard Warehouse, appeared and clarified the total amount of bonds to be $2,450,000, done in three issuing, the first being $1,400,000. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 83-179, Bk. 77, p. 490, UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES AND COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1984 BEGINNING JULY 1, 1983, for the City Manager and setting the salary at $51,902. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE V, OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, re house moving, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. ,.,..1.._ - -- , J. _— _- ri MICROFILMED BY 'JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOINES E J Cou'-�I Activities June I, 1983 Page 7 Moved by Erdahl, 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. 83-3124, Bk. 21, pp. 72-74, AMENDING CHAPTER 10 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES "ELECTIONS" BY DELETING THEREFROM ARTICLE II MUNICIPAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN FINANCE REGULATIONS EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITATION ON CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS PROVISION. Affirmative roll call vote 0 McDonald, that the lordinancelbemfinallyr adopted atvthis ti e. Affirmativeedoll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. declaredthehe motion carried unanimously, all Coto uncilmembers ourn 9:40 prese tThe Mayor 2 MARTAN K. KARR, CI Ty (;LLRK � �� 0 1 JA qI1 a� --, C. cyunmUSER, MAYOR I�MICROFILNED BY .JORM MICRO_ LAB j CEDAR RAPIDS•OES MOINES r J. .-, 1-- ?"? Informal Council Discussion May 31, 1983 Informal Council Discussion: May 31, 1983, 7:30 p.m., in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, McDonald, Erdahl, Dickson, Balmer, Perret. Absent: Lynch. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Schmeiser, Kucharzak. Tape Recorded: Reel 83-17, Side 1, #1 -End; Side 2, #1-283. Proposed Zoning Ordinance Discussion with Local Developers Neuhauser stated that this meeting is for the Council to get input from local developers on the proposed zoning ordinance, particularly with housing related issues. ; i Pat Moore, 152 Bowling Green, stated that a zero lot line ordinance is needed soon to enable builders to build less costly housing. Coralville's zero lot line standards with some revisions would be acceptabT'e. He said that the City should review the tree and parking requirements; expand bus service to new apartment complex areas; the energy code is too vague; and , a new sewer plant is needed. Mike Furhman, 2305 Cae Drive, agreed that Coralville's zero lot line ordinance is a good model. He stated that there should be a simpler process for review of proposed land development.. He concluded also that the parking requirements should be reviewed regarding the requirements for parking near the downtown area. Paul Bender, 335 South Clinton Street, stated that parking requirements were too strict in the central business district. Larry Schnihjer, 465 Highway 1 West, suggested that peripheral storage lots for apartment parking be planned. Charles Ruppert, 1406 North Dubuque Road, explained that the tree ordinance was too costly for developers. Ralph Stoffer, 1902 Broadway, distributed a handout (letter to Mayor Neuhauser) that reviewed possible methods to contain and lower development costs. He expressed concern about the off-street parking requirements; storm water storage; a three-inch roll over curb; and the added costs due to the tree ordinance. He would also like to see a reduction in paper work. He cited the uselessness of preparing 14 copies of preliminary plans for Planning and Zoning. Stoffer would also like public improvements to be financed by special assessments. Bruce Glasgow, 834 N. Johnson, was concerned with the use of land around the storm water basin and the requirement that all easements must be shown on the preliminary plat. He felt that the sewer locations on lots were too restrictive. He discussed that the proposed zoning ordinance will increase nonconforming uses and cause more work for the Board of Adjustment. MICROFILMED 8Y f '.JORM MICROLAB II CEDAR RAPIDS -DES . MOINES _ J `-1 r —'1 2 Larry Schnihjer ordinance ie the new ordinance. hat it would uldpably be cheaper to revise the oldrdinancthan to write Meeting adjourned at 9:40 P.M. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB . i.CEDAR RAPIDS�'OWNOINES � �I i .j i r i, I� 1 , a r 1�tt i n 5 is S MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB . i.CEDAR RAPIDS�'OWNOINES � r i, I� 1 , a INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JUNE 6, 1983 Informal Council Discussion: June 6, 1983, 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, McDonald, Erdahl, Dickson, Balmer, ler—re—t, Lynch. Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Franklin, Boothroy, Tippe, Webb, Gannon, Schmadeke, Vitosh, Bieri, Mintle, Hencin. _Planning and Zoning Items i`. Vacation of alle r.o.w. runnin south from Hw 6 between Valle Ave. and Lincoln Ave. No discussion. No objection to setting a public hearing for July 5, 1983. (({ Ty'n Cart 3, final Planned Area Development plan. No objection to l I setting a public hearing for July 5, 1983. Rezoning 624 S Gilbert St C2 to RX ' I � Franklin explained that the Dept. of Environmental Quality no longer feels J `� j there is an oil problem. It is recommended that at the time of ? excavation, the soil should be retested for contamination and that the 1 d County Health Dept, monitor the site. DEQ raised concerns about the impact on Ralston Creek and oil seepage into any new residential develop- ment. Franklin said that Asst, City Atty. Boyle advised against ! + conditional rezoning on a legal basis. Councilmembers were concerned about who's responsibility it is to ensure the area is free from contamination. Jansen suggested deferring action on the rezoning until there was no longer a safety or health hazard and that objective evidence d be required. Councilmembers will discuss the possible health and safety hazards in the public hearing. i s Rezone 510 South Clinton, R38 to CBS, first consideration. There was no discussion. i I Rezone 40 acres N.E. of Rochester Ave. and First Ave era . have not been submitted. , RIA to R3. Staff recommended deferral of first considtion because legal descriptions Vacate portion of Lucas St R 0 W , lcted N. j the Chicago, Rock Island and Pa cifia of Page R.O.W. Street erenwas of discussion. cRailroad i no Rezone 1425 North Dodge Street, RIA to C2, 3rd consideration. There was no discussion. I i CI I MICROFILMED BY I iJORM MICROLAB II CEDAR RAPIDS•DES-MbINES- r J '- 1 J- 0 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JUNE 6, 1983 PAGE 2 Rezone 70 acres N. of Hwv. 1 near Willow Creek, R1A & CH to C2, 3rd consideration. Erdahl raised concerns about allowing development contiguous to the airport's clear zone. A meeting was being set up with the City and County attorneys to discuss the matter. Franklin stated that C2 zoning does include residential, although the developer is only interested in commercial and industrial development. Neuhauser said action should be deferred until absolute clarification is made with regard to the clear zone. Berlin suggested referring the matter to the Airport Commission for evaluation. McDonald said that the area was once planned for mixed zoning and that C2 zoning would prevent that. Council directed the City Attorney to contact the applicant and explain the Council's concerns. Erdahl commented that a meeting with the County Attorney is being planned to discuss the County's role in the airport matter; involvement with the new zoning ordinance; resolve mobile home parks and nonconforming uses. Court Hill, Part 17, consider a resolution approving the preliminary P lat. Applicant has requested deferral. Green Lands Subdivision, consider a resolution approving the preliminary and final subdivision plat. The reason for subdivision is to clear title to three lots. Two of the lots are not yet developed. Southeast Side Subdivision Proposed by Wilbert Frantz Neuhauser stated that the question is whether the subdivision can be supplied with sewer service from any place besides the "horseshoe." Speaking for Frantz, Larry Schnihjer referred to the written proposal for providing a lift station that would pump to the Burns St. sewer. Schmadeke outlined the condition of the southside sewer system. He said that the proposed lift station would only flow at night rather than during peak periods which would help alleviate the problem during peak period flow but not during flood periods. Thirty acres would be affected with a flow of about 110 gal/min. or one-third of the capacity of the Keokuk branch. Schmadeke explained that infiltration is causing surcharge 6-7 times/yr, during wet weather. The direct cause of the surcharge is unknown but it goes to an area along Gilbert St. south of Hwy. 6 and then sets in the line, not into basements. Erdahl clarified that presently one sewer is bad so instead of having gravity flow from the southeast subdivision to the problem sewer, a lift station to a different sewer is proposed. City engineers aren't sure if the original problem is with the sewer or the plant itself. Erdahl said that considerations should be 1) to find out what the problem actually is, and 2) to decide if there should be a general policy of lift stations to avoid the faulty sewer. Neuhauser, Erdahl and Balmer expressed interest in the lift station while Perret preferred not to use one due to surcharge problems. Berlin suggested that City staff and Frantz meet to further study the lift station. Cj MICRDFILKD V ',JORM MICROLAB ! CEDAR RAPIDS•DES'MOINES-r H _1 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JUNE 6, 1983 PAGE 3 Review of 1982 Financial Audit Dave Johannsen of McGladrey, Hendrickson and Co., reported on the status of the audit. Berlin stated that the audit becomes more beneficial when followed by regular evaluations. Councilmembers expressed their appreciation for the additional comments in the audit. Johannsen explained that considerable time was spent in the computer area in the audit. if -T -W Neuhauser inquired about Iowa State Bank's bonding intentions. Perret said that approval was given for the preliminary resolution but final action hasn't yet been taken. Jobs Bill Funds Transient housing: Neuhauser asked if $100,000 (instead of $125,000) is enough to buy and remodel an adequate facility. Mintle shared concerns that the $100,000 was not enough. Committee on Community Needs member explained that with the $100,000 allocation, the additional $25,000 could be raised from other sources or a smaller facility could be purchased. Neuhauser suggested that additional money be taken from the funds earmarked for the Nelson Adult Center renovation and expansion. Balmer said that he would like to see more commitments from other sources. Erdahl suggested contacting Coralville and Johnson County for funding. Neighborhood Painting Proiect: Balmer asked how the money would be spent. CCN member explained that money would be spent on the painting and repair of homes. Councilmembers questioned the $12.000 figure and inquired about the number of houses that would be painted. Home Repair for Elderly: CCN explained that Elderly Services will spend 1000 for small home repairs. CCN member explained that CCN felt public works projects are more easily bonded by the City than human service projects. It was for that reason CCN emphasized human service projects. Neuhauser replied that it was never the intention of the City to use CDBG funds for just human service projects and bond neighborhood projects. It was only that the total funding was inadequate that bonds were used. Central Jr. High Property Neuhauser told school board members that they haven't appreciated the board's unpleasant comments about the Council. Neuhauser stated that the Council is acting in the interests of the people of Iowa City. Councilmembers asked City Attorney Jansen about the City's obligation. Jansen said that 10% of a sale price would be adequate and would withstand a court challenge. School board President Cannon explained that on the basis of a vote, the school board decided on the $50,000 offer. The S+ MICROFILMED BY I i>> "JORM MICROLAB I CEDAR RAPIDS- DES MOINES . r ------------ - _- 1 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JUNE 6, 1983 PAGE 4 school board expressed a concern that there would be a problem with the deed if the board accepted the 10% of sale price offer. Lynch clarified that the school board would receive a clear deed by contract with the Council's offer. Councilmembers requested from the City Attorney a legal opinion on the school board's $50,000 cash offer and about leasing the property to the University of Iowa. Neuhauser, Erdahl, Perret and Dickson prefer the City's 10% of the sale price. Council will review information from Jansen next Monday. Community Energy Study Hell ing reviewed recent memorandum and stated that the staff recommendation remains unchanged. Berlin explained that the Council will have a clearer understanding of the matter when they receive reports from the franchise group and the Resource Conservation Commission. Concensus of the Council is to not proceed with the CARG proposal, but to work with the Resource Conservation Commission. Erdahl asked if there would be a conflict in interest with allowing CARG to bid. I Council Salary 4 Erdahl explained that with more committee responsibilities, there are i greater time demands put upon the Councilmembers and, therefore, a salary increase is necessitated. Neuhauser said that the Council seems to function better and get more accurate information by participating on the various task forces. McDonald agreed that the time demands are great but he would not favor pay increases. Balmer said that he could not agree to a pay increase for Councilmembers but that the Mayor should receive additional compensation due to additional responsibilities. Lynch said that Councilmembers are now taking a more dynamic interest in guiding the City's economic development and should be additional compensated for their efforts. Dickson and Perret agreed with Neuhauser, Erdahl and Lynch that salaries should be increased. Perret stated that the Council could have expanded duties and that there should be an annual review of Council's salary by an advisory board. Neuhauser also favored a regular review process. The consensus of the Council salaries should be increased I to $5000 and the Mayor's salary to $6000 and be reviewed every other year, a year after the new term of office. iCouncil Time - Agenda 1. Airport Minutes, May 12. Balmer asked about the T -hangars. R%uher explained that rental should be received on all the T - hangars. 2. Senior Center Minutes. Balmer inquired about Lori Benz's request for an extended leave of absence. Berlin explained that someone will be hired on a temporary basis for one year and Bette Meisel was satisfied with the plan. Erdahl stated that it should be understood that they should not expect to be funded for additional staff when Lori returns from her leave of absence. MICROFILMED BY `JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOVIES II I r I I INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JUNE 6, 1983 PAGE 5 3. Library Board Minutes pg. 2. Balmer inquired about the Board's policy of allowing persons owning property in Iowa City but not residing in Iowa City have full library privileges and the Recreation Department's policy against such privileges. Berlin explained that there are currently no problems with the two separate policies. 4. Item 19 re: resolution for flood insurance rate maps. Balmer raised concerns about the costs of the update of the flood insurance rate maps. Berlin said that the City might have to go through the congressional delegation to get fees adjusted appropriately. 5. Correspondence. Lynch said that he thought the letter to Atty. Robert Downer was very complete. A response has been received. 6. Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Co Rate Increase. Neuhauser said she will contact the League about the proposed rate increase as well as objecting to the increase directly to the Iowa Commerce Commission. 7. Council Minutes. The Council expressed its approval of the City Clerk's memo on the Council minute taker. 8. Kirkwood Diagonal Parking. Perret discussed Jim Brachtel's letter ' about diagonal parking in the 400 block of Kirkwood. The parked cars stick out in the street and present a hazard. The traffic engineer will look at the problem and report back to the Council. 9. Millard Warehouse Revenue Bonds. Berlin reminded the Council of the j memo on the Millard Warehouse Revenue Bonds. A revised resolution j will be on the formal Council meeting agenda. 10. Tree Policy. Neuhauser asked if the tree policy could be considered next Monday. Berlin said he is awaiting comments from individual Councilmembers. i Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. P. 1k, I MICROFILMED BY t�h' ,JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DES'MDINES r 1 10