HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-06-21 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion
January 24, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: January 24, 1983, 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Perret. Absent: Lynch.
Staff Present: Berlin, Jansen, Boothroy, Karr, Schmeiser, Franklin, Vitosh.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-2, Side 2, 1-882.
Manville Heights Moratorium
Neuhauser related that a petition had been received from the residents of
Manville Heights requesting that the Planning and Zoning Commission
proceed with a recommendation on the rezoning of the property in Manville
Heights, east of Beldon Avenue. Boothroy stated that Planning and Zoning
has prepared a recommendation which will be presented at the 1-31-83
Informal Council meeting to put a moratorium on the area. The moratorium
will be on the 1/31/83 meeting agenda for both a public hearing and an
ordinance. William Lucas, attorney for Manville property owner John Nolan
(204 MacLean Street), raised legal questions concerning the presentation
of the Manville Heights petition. City Attorney Jansen stated that there
should be no problem having a public hearing. In response to questions
from area residents, staff stated that there was nothing at this time to
prevent a construction permit from being issued. A Manville Heights
resident expressed concern about a tree being cut from the disputed
property. The Council discussed a general building moratorium on any area
under consideration. for down zoning. Many legal questions are under
consideration by City staff.
Urban Fringe Committee Report
McDonald related that Area 2 was discussed at the last meeting and the
recommendation was by consensus. If both the City Council and the Johnson
County Board of Supervisors concur with the recommendation, the Committee
will go on to Areas 3 and 4. Boothroy warned that the recommendation is
not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Update. Franklin noted that
Planning and Zoning recommends that the Council leave open the possibility
that neighborhood commercial be established south of I-80. Council
expressed approval. There was a general discussion about where commercial
development be allowed around interstate interchanges, especially around
the I-80 and Dubuque Street interchange. Erdahl stated that the Council
should direct its representatives on the Committee to recommend one place
for commercial development around the Dubuque Street interchange. The
Council agreed that the recommendations should be adopted at the next
regular Council meeting and forwarded to the County. Areas 3 and 4 will
be discussed by the Committee next. Franklin said that the alternatives
for the Area 3 recommendations are no longer valid in the context of the
Comprehensive Plan. The Committee needs to know the feelings of the
Council before they consider the issues. The City will defer to the
County on non -controversial areas.
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Berlin noted that unless the Council objects,
Commission for their consideration. the City staff will forward
information on the indictments concerning the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control
aa Budget
Vitosh stated that a public hearing was originally scheduled for February
15. On January 31 discussion on the CIP is scheduled. In order to have a
public hearing on February 15, it would have to be set at the February 1
Council meeting. Then the Budget isn't finalized until the February 7
meeting. After discussion Council agreed to set both the public hearing
and approval of the Budget for March I. Therefore, an approval is set for
March 8.
Planning and Program Onva,
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a. Administration (pg. 63). No discussion.
b. Urban Planning (pg. 68).The City Manager will have a memo to the
Council shortly on the $40,000 allotted for economic development.
C. JCCOG (pg. 241). There will be a footnote in the final budget
stating that JCCOG is not a division of PPD although it does share
the same support staff.
d. CDBG (pg. 241). In the Housing Inspection memo from Mike Kucharzak
the figures are based on the total increase in the budget this year.
When the revenue is backed out of the fees, there is an amount left
to be funded which can be split between a block grant and either the
general fund or property taxes. The incresae in fees mentioned in
the memo does not include enough to fund the proposed additional
Position. There is assumed to be a 10% increase in revenue based on
increased rates. The figures previously submitted to the Council do
not include the additional increase for the extra position. Berlin
will confirm all figures.
Other Budget Items
a. Equipment (pg. 269), The schedule was revised to keep the capital
outlay under $400,000 by delaying equipment purchases until later
years. The Council discussed the lack of alternatives to buying a
new bulldozer. The it has $2,000,000 invested in 261 pieces of
equipment. The compressed natural gas program is barely working out
because of mechanical problems with the compressors and the way they
were initially installed. More diesel vehicles are being used.
Propane is being considered pending assurances that manufacturer's
vehicle warranties wouldn't be voided and the City wouldn't be liable
for violations of Federal Emission Standards. Some of the vehicles
currently in use were purchased before the preventative mainteannce
program was instituted but by FY87 or FY88 all equipment will be
under the program. Superior results are occurring now because of the
P r even tative�maintenance program; more diesel equipment; and buying
dual-purpose equipment. For example, dump trucks which can also plow
snow have nearly twice the life cycle as dump trucks which are not
designed for snow removal which is used that way anyway.
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b. The money budgeted for snow removal overtime pay is budgeted in the
Streets budget under chemicals and surfacing as well as overtime and
services and charges.
C. Personnel. There is a general recommendation for a 6% salary
increase. The salaries shown in the memo on department head salaries
are the midpoints of the salaries compared with actual salaries in
other cities. Comparison of the actual salaries of Iowa City
department heads with comparable positions in other cities were
discussed. The Public Works Director and Transit Manager are newer
and therefore haven't worked up towards the midpoint of their salary
range yet. Other communities have financial problems which have held
salaries down lately. The long tenure of many positions means higher
salaries but also higher effectiveness on the job. The bonus system
allows for a bonus of up to $1000 and recognizes special effort or
projects rather than merit. The division or department head
nominates someone for a bonus and the City Manager makes final
decisions. The merit increase is a maximum 2% and is awarded by a
supervisor. A bonus is a one-time payment while a merit increase is
incorporated into the salary structure of the employee. The Housing
Inspector Director was hired from the private sector and has distinct
duties in federal housing programs unlike HIS Directors in other
communities. It was noted that overall Iowa City has a high quality
of employee with a low turnover rate which accounts for higher than
average salaries.
Next Informal Meeting Agenda' '
The City Attorney evaluation is scheduled for the next informal meeting
and has been requested for an executive session. The evaluation will be a
basis for discussion rather than a hard and fast rating system. The
Conference Board and CIP discussion are both scheduled for the next
meeting as well as items from police, water mains, and additional informa-
tion in response to requests.
Council Business
I. The Human Services meeting is Wednesday night. Neuhauser noted that
the agency budgets are very high and must be carefully scrutinized,
especially in regards to administrative costs, rents, etc. Some
merging might result in a savings.
2. Neuhauser stated the legislature should be made aware of the urgency
of the proposed bonding bill and also noted their interest in
changing the collective bargaining law and in eliminating binding
arbitration.
3. Council discussed state law in regards to receipt of gifts and
whether the City should pay Councilmember's expenses to dinners and
other similar events.
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Informal Council Discussion
February 7, 1983
Informal Coun
presiding. cil Discussion: February 7, 1983, 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser
Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret, Balmer, Lynch,
Erdahl. Absent: Dickson.
Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Seydel, Jansen, Kucharzak, Miller.
School Board: Cronin.
Board of Supervisors: Donnelly.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-1, Side 1, #805-1604.
Central Jr. High Sale
Neuhauser noted that the Council has received a proposal from the School
Board and a'memorandum from the City Attorney. The Council should decide
today to either accept the proposal or develop an alternative plan. Lynch
stated that he believes that the major issue between the City. and the
School Board is a legal question. Although both sides are approaching it
in good faith, the issue of ownership of Central Jr. High might be best
left to the courts. Lynch therefore suggested that the Board proposal be
rejected. Balmer suggested an informal meeting with the Mayor, School
Board and administrators to gauge the common ground. McDonald concurred.
FY84 Budget
Police Department. In a memo from Police Chief Miller dated January 21,
he proposed m -d-shift, operating from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. Miller stated
that the figures in the proposed budget (pg. 107) would be appropriate for
the four additional officers he requested in addition to the two already
requested by Berlin ($296,029 for ten officers including two vehicles).
Miller admitted that it would be possible to move one or two officers from
the late night shift to the mid -shift. With the existing staffing there
have been 38 dates in the last year that officers have been unable to
respond primarily in the 11:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m, period. A mid -shift
would alleviate that problem. In response to a question by Berlin, Miller
stated that he could probably fill the shift five days a week with an
additional five officers, one fewer than he requested. Currently there
are 15 officers on the afternoon shift, 15 on the late night shift, 5
detectives who work days and nights, and 13 officers on day shifts. From
these figures subtract four officers who have regular days off, one more
off on weekends, and additional officers who might be off because of sick
leave, COMis alas id it
partially solvesP. mthe p oblem by eliminate, and vations. If ingrc comp. vetime taime whichwcan be built
to a maximum of 40 hours. Currently the officers have the option of
taking overtime as comp. time or pay. Most ask for comp. time. At the end
of the year, accumulated comp. time is paid at a straight rate. Hiring
additional officers probably would not reduce overtime or comp. time
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because there would be more duties performed. If these positions are
filled, the department will not be up to maximum strength because
everything is changing dramatically. Even if all six new positions are
approved and filled, it would be October 7 before all the trainees are
enrolled in the training school. Therefore, there would not be a full
year of salaries paid this year. Miller wouldn't ask for new positions
next year but perhaps he would the year after. McDonald noted that there
could be times that officers would not be able to respond to all calls no
matter how many were on duty. Some duties have been reduced or eliminated
(such as writing parking tickets) in order to leave officers available for
more important tasks. Miller stated that training in CPR is included as a
basic in officer training and the administering CPR would take precedence
over staffing scuts � otherng to
were madeand the Police dDepartment lost one officer. This
was a small percentage cut compared with other city departments. Last
year two positions were added. He noted there is a virtual hiring freeze
in other departments. Erdahl thus could not justify more than a total of
four new positions. Miller said that the problem with receiving only two
new officers this year and two next year is that the necessary training
period imposes a long lapse before the officers are available for duty.
Erdahl noted that the increase in University students has put a burden on
the city police especially in the downtown area. Since there hasn't been
new housing on campus the new students all live in the City's
jurisdiction. Neuhauser clarified that the budget would include the
addition of four new officers this year with the idea of adding two more
next year. Miller noted that Tipton, Iowa, has a better ratio of officers
to population than Iowa City. Council considered instituting a policy
which would put more burden on the private property owner when cars are
towed from the property.
Housin Ins ection Fees. The cost of the HIS program is approximately
104,000 w th fees generating about $53,000. The difference is split
between the general fund and a block grant. Kucharzak explained that in
1981 at the Councils request the fee structure was initially set up to
generate $50,000 with base fees plus a charge per unit. The fees are $28
for a duplex, $20 + $4 per rooming unit for multifamily, and a $20 one
time fee for a certificate of structure compliance. Since 1981 the
department has been licensing and charging the one time fee and each year
less money is generated. FY84 will bring in about $4,300 less than FY83
Just from structure compliance certificate licenses. With existing fees,
the HIS budget would be over $10,000 short. A proposed increase in fee
structure would make up the difference. The increase would only be about
one dollar per dwelling unit per year. As proposed, the fee would be more
of a burden on the smallestmultiple because of the increase in base fee
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structure. Kucharzak will rework the proposal with the idea of
maintaining the 50% departmental funding from fees.
Counci�aries. Next week the Management Advisory Panel will recommend
that the Council salaries remain the same and the Mayor's salary be raised
to $7200 from $4800. Discussion was deferred until the complete
recommendations including minutes is received by the Council.
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the Additional E ui ment for Parks and Recreation. Berlin recommended that
additional work to besfor a done bytheFores Forester 50No disap roved because of the
Finance. One of the two new
Department was recommended by Berl Positions
and ons requested for the Finance
increase in staff time will result fromn
approved by the City Council. An
Balmer and Lynch both expressed concern about whether thegrowthofthe
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department is necessary. Berlin will prepare a review of the history of
nt and
the Finance Departmethe status of the computer implementation as it
affects the department.
Convention and Tourism. The Convention and Tourism Baord will soon be
operating under a deficit because it does not receive operating funds form
the Hotel/Motel tax until November. The Council agreed to
advance
operating funds to the Board until its normal funds become available.
Human Services Fundin . The Joint Hearings helped reveal ways to reduce
some of the high administrative costs in Human Services through sharing of
rent, telephone and equipment buying. If it does not fund the full
requested by an agency, the Council will explain the areas it wants
provided. The Council also expressed concern that ESA has not addressed
all Council concerns about information and referral funding and high
ad inistrative explained that costs overal9n ECCA has not yet provided a new budget.
and Liquor Sunday Sales Revenues torthe Countyrbut n wlthe Statebsends8the
Liquor Sunday Sales Revenues to the County while the City sends only
Beer Sunday Sales. The total sent to the County remains over
either method. That amount is to be used for alcoholic $1,000 by
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provided in Chapter 125 of the State Code. Those funds alreadyareceived
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by the County have already been en to MECCA. The Council expressed
concern that rent and other administrative costs are very high and that
these concerns should be addressed before additional funding is provided.
Bi Brothers and Bi Sisters. The Big Brothers/Big Sisters Program has
requested 20 00. 19,91 has been recommended for funding.
recommended budget is a 10% increase over last year. The program did get
a 10% increase from United Waramy The
waiting list, and has little excessoverheadso the Council agreed �toathe
$19,910 funding.
UUA..Y.• $35,000 was requested and recommended for UAY. There was no
discussion.
Crisis Center Intervention. The Council expressed concern over the high
rent.
Crisis Center Emer enc $7843 was requested and recommended. Consensus
agreed.
Willow Creek Nei hborhood Center. Because of
d rector, no budget was submitted. problems replacing the 1
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Elderly Services Aaencv. $23,500 of ESA's request of $25,850 will be
approved w,tl, the ream,ning $2350 going into a contingency fund.
mor' Youth. Mayor's Youth receives $4800 from United Way, funding from
the County, $25,000 from the City. A name change will be considered for
the program since it isn't directly related to the Mayor. Council agreed
on the $25,000 funding.
Rape Victim Advocac- Mintle reported that the Rape Victim Advocacy
Program ,s requesting an additional position (assistant director) with
funding to be split between the City and County. Mintle does not
recommend funding at this time. The Mayor suggested that all the agency's
telephone services be examined to determine if needless duplication is
occurring, for instance in the Domestic Violence, Crisis Center and Rape
Victim Advocacy Programs. Council consensus was for providing $8969
funding for the Rape Victim Advocacy Program.
Domestic Violence. $8250 was approved with no discussion.
Contingency Fund. $2350 from ESA will be added to the existing $2902.
HACAP Nei!Shborhood Center. The HACAP Neighborhood Center is currently
examining the possibility of moving to Lakeside. $1000 was requested for
this year. No discussion.
Reds Cross. $3000 was requested and recommended as a one time funding.
Guidelines for new agencies. would help determine one time funding
Policies. The local Red Cross has not paid money to their national
organization. If they don't begin sending money, they lose the support of
the national. If the local Red Cross fails, local relief costs will go
for the City and County. The $3000 will be put in a Human Servicesup
contingency fund pending a decision by the Council on whether funding is
appropriate.
Council Business.
1. B -laws. Planning and Zoning by-laws are nearly complete which will
incorporate the new relation between Planning and Zoning and the
Council. These by-laws as well as the Senior Center by-laws will be
reviewed at the next Rules Committee meeting.
2. City Assor. Berlin explained that the current Council would have
to consider the City Assessor's reappointment prior to the end of his
term on December 31.
3. Burlington Street Signals. The Burlington Street signals' cause
frequent stops because of the demands of side street traffic. Berlin
will have Jim Brachtel and Chuck Schmadeke discuss the problem with
the Council when their report is ready.
4. Campaign Finance Ordinance. It was agreed that the ordinance will
be patterned after the State's.
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5. Community Action Research Groue. CARG wishes to do a study of the
City s energy
resources. Berlin will refer it to the Resources
Conservation Commission.
6. Manville Heights. It was considered desirable to allow the builder
at.36 Ellis to
protect the existing construction by putting in the
bearing walls in the basement sufficient to
support the deck, then
deck over the basement, and backfill it. Area residents shouldn't
think that construction is continuing. Allowing the builder to
protect his work might affect the City's
position in a future legal
matter by swaying a judge's decision because so much of the
construc-
tion is already done. On the other hand, if the builder is not
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protect existing work, the City might be sued for
permitting the work to not be protected from the elements.
Questions
concerning the City's liability will be referred to the City
Attorney. The
permit for the work was issued by the Building
Department and not the City Council.
7.Summer Schedule. The Mayor reminded the Council that it had to be
present for
pub is hearings and formal votes through the summer. j
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
FEBRUARY 22, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: February 22, 1983, at 4:30 PM, in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, Balmer, Dickson, Lynch, McDonald, Perret.
Absent: Erdahl.
Staff Members Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Schmeiser
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-3, Side 2, M1-1481
- --• -�r• a� NIC 6u -i zone ,s very similar to the present CO zone,
permitting any type of office use plus compatible uses. He referred the Council
to the additional regulations section covering other permitted uses. The CO -1
zone does permit multi -family uses unlike the current CO zone. The CO -1
designation stands for Commercial Office with a floor area ratio of 1. A11
commercial and industrial development is measured by the floor area ratio
instead of the density requirements of residential. A floor area ratio of 1
indicates that a one story building could cover the entire lot, a two story
building could cover half the lot, etc. CB -8, for example, could have an 8 story
building cover an entire lot in the downtown business district. In the CO -1
zone, Group Care facilities refer to the Additional Regulations section.
Provisional uses are considered acceptible in a zone but not the primary use of
the zone.
Neighborhood Commercial Zone (CN -1)
CN 1 is ana 09OU5 to the current C-1 zone but the C-1 is less conducive to
maintaining the neighborhood. Grocery stores and drug stores are the primary
use but barbershops, Laundromats, etc. would also be permitted. The provision's
wording will be changed to prohibit filling stations from within 100 feet of
residential zones.
Communit Commercial Zone (CC -2)
uv c is intended to be the general commercial zone and is most similar to the
current C2 zone. It permits most commercial uses including CN -1 uses.
Riverside Drive would be CC -2. Existing auto oriented uses would be permitted
but additions will be subject to approval by the Board of Adjustment as special
exceptions. Some parts of South Riverside Drive could be zoned Highway
Commercial (CH -1) if it currently is primarily service stations.
Central Business Zone (CB -8)
Schmeiser stated that the Central Business Zone is the same as the current
Central Business Zone with building allowed to 8 stories high occupying the full
lot or 16 stories high occupying half the lot. There are incentives under
special provisions for businesses conforming to the off-street loading
requirements or providing for pedestrial zones. Schmeiser explained the CB -8
side yard and lot width requirement will be forthcoming.
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Intensive Commercial Zone (CI -1)
Schmeiser stated that the CI -1 zone is for land consumptive commercial use such
as Mobile Home sales. An area of South Gilbert will be CI -1. The maximum of 50%
retail display is meant to limit retail uses in other areas of the community.
Concrete and cement operations will be eliminated from the special exception
provision. The location of dwelling units in the zone was an area of concern to .
the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Office and Research Park Zone (ORP)
The ORP is the same as the current zone. An example is at the intersection of
Highway 1 and I-80. The Council decided to change hotels, motels and
restaurants from permitted uses to special exceptions.
General Industrial Zone (I-1)
The I-1 zone is very similar to M-1 but limited to general industrial uses.
Council discussed whether chemical and allied products manufacture should be
allowed. Schmeiser noted that the forthcoming performance standards will help
limit objectionable uses. Council discussed zoning out heavy industrial use
entirely.
Heavy Industrial Zone (I-2)
I-2 zone will be rewritten by Planning and Zoning Department to eliminate uses
deemed inappropriate. Council will be provided with a list of possible uses to
evaluate. The permitted uses under I-2 will be switched to special exceptions
under I-1.
Public Zone P
e u Ic one is all areas owned by some governmental body. Lynch suggested
zoning Public Zones with a residual zone which would control property reverting
to private use and zoning city property, currently zoned under Public Zones,
with the standard zones. Berlin noted that the City already develops in
accordance with city performance standards. Schmeiser explained the special
provision controlling the rezoning of property reverting to private use. Elm
Grove Park and City Pipeyard were noted as examples. Council agreed to add a
special provision controlling rezoning of Public Zone zoned property when it is
conveyed to private ownership. Legal staff will research an exact proposal.
Additional Re ulations
chore ser said that most of these regulations are the same as the current
ordinance. The attempt is to list uses which have unique features which should
be addressed. Schmeiser said that daycare centers would only be located with
access to arterial streets. A daycare center in a residential area would be
permitted as a special exception. If there is a break in the use of at least six
months, the special exception would expire. Drive-in theaters are, for all
practical purposes, prohibited except in Ag zones. The additional regulations
are only in effect zones where noted.
Residential Zones
Neuhauser said that she has received complaints about four unrelated people
being allowed in single family zones. Council agreed that more restrictive
language would eliminate roomers. The new ordinance does require an additional
parking space for each roomer. The legal staff will provide additional
information to Council.
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Council Schedule
The public hearings in May will initiate a 60 day moratorium. Building will
still be allowed in areas where zoning does not change.
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The public hearings in May will initiate a 60 day moratorium. Building will
still be allowed in areas where zoning does not change.
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Informal Council Discussion
April 4, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: April 4, 1983, at 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Balmer, Dickson, Perret, Lynch, McDonald,
Neuhauser. Absent: Erdahl.
Staffinembers Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Farmer, Schmadeke, Knight.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-5, Side 2, #1035 -End; Reel 83-7, Side 1, #1-527.
Executive Session
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn to executive session
under Section 28A.5b, 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. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Erdahl absent.
Council returned to open session.
Hiahwav 1 North Protect (Robert Henely, IDOT)
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Henely reported that on May 10 the IDOT would be letting the widening and
resurfacing of Highway 1 on the north edge of Solon, through Solon, and to
Dubuque Road in Iowa City. From just north of Dubuque Road to just south
Of the I-80 interchange, Highway 1 will be widened and deepened in order
to give a 24 foot roadway with 8 foot shoulders. The pavement will have
imprinted striping at the 12 foot line and the centerline to delineate
between the travel portion of the roadway and the paved shoulders. The
rest of Highway 1 will be widened to 24 feet with 8-10 foot rock
shoulders. IDOT is building a 31 foot back-to-back pavement within Solon.
Highway 1 was widened from Solon to Highway 30 two years ago using similar
construction to what is planned from Iowa City toSolon. The section from
Dubuque Road to I-80 is not called a bikeway or sidewalk, although bicycle
and pedestrian traffic will not be prohibited. State Code indicates that
on a primary extension (such as this) IDOT has final determination on
signing and will not allow bikeway signs. IDOT currently has $55 million
Of tort liability claims filed against it and wishes to limit further
liability. Henlely explained that although the construction starts about
300 feet northeast of Dubuque Road, resurfacing will continue back another
800 feet. Neuhauser said that she has been contacted by a citizen
concerned about northeast bound traffic on Highway 1 creating a hazard
when stopping to turn into the Hy -Vee Grocery Store because following
vehicles cannot pass on the right side. Henely explained that the state
is not responsible for movement on city streets but USTEP (Urban State
Traffic Engineering Program) allows for such work to be done if dangerous
intersections need to be corrected. That intersection would be delayed
while redesigning took place but the rest of the project could proceed.
Henely stated taht the section meets all the State's qualifications for
conversion to four lanes with a 53 foot back-to-back from Dodge and
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Governor. The Council will write to the Commission stating that the City
considers the expansion to four lanes as very important.
Henely said that Benton and Riverside will be let April 12, 1983, and that
there are no right-of-way problems. There will be problems with access to
properties on the west side. The project is to take a maximum of 60
working days with completion during the last week of August. Work will
include widening, paving and traffic signals.
Henely reported that depending on Federal Highway funds allocation, the
paving and relocation of Highway 218 should have contracts let this
winter. The facility won't be available until 1984.
Henely said that the City's Iowa Avenue and Burlington Street bridge
applications are being considered. Berlin noted that the City hopes to
get a reply by this fall or early winter.
Henely stated that upon a request from the City, IDOT will do a Burlington
Street speed study and make recommendations.
Vacation of Easement for Wolf Avenue (Frank Farmer)
Farmer explained that VA Hospitals requested that Iowa City vacate its
easement over VA land so that VA could build a parking facility at the
intersection of Wolf Avenue and Newton Road with a driveway onto Wolf
Avenue. The City proposed that the driveway should be onto Newton Road
for safety reasons and VA agreed. The driveway and parking is for
shuttles and ambulances but not staff, patient or public parking. Dickson
and Perret expressed a concern that there would be too many entrances onto
Newton Road in a short space. Neuhauser noted that the new drive is for
access to the proposed $28 million VA building and that the staff design
is better than the original VA proposal.
521 Kirkwood Rezonin
Councilmembers, City staff and Iowa City citizens discussed the rezoning
of 521 Kirkwood.
Iowa Citians understood that with M1 zoning there would be a minimum unit
size of 6000 square feet instead of the 1800 square feet allowed by RNC -
20, therefore permitting a maximum of 16 units with M1 instead of the 58
permitted under RNC -20. They would rather let the property remain M1
until the new zoning ordinance goes into effect and take the chance that
it might be put to an undesirable use. The neighborhood is resigned to
accept M1 because there seems to be more control over use and noise. An
area traffic sassnt felt apartments would.ce in Worries were aexpress d generate
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parking congesting side streets. Particular concerns are the long term
effect of traffic density and loss of the quality and dignity of the
neighborhood if disgruntled residents move out of the area. A petition
was submitted with the signatures of five of six property owners near the
affected property.
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Knight and Seward commented about alternatives to the RNC -20 rezoning.
With R1B zoning, 15 rental units would be permitted and R3 would allow 35
units on the 2.4 acre tract. Even at less than maximum possible density,
1h parking spaces per unit generally results with some on -street parking.
With the current zoning, trees could be removed and 15 units built while
the Large Scale Residential Development has tree coverage requirements.
Planning and Zoning considered only the current request and not all the
other possibilities. The Comprehensive Plan doesn't mean to be site
specific but rather to show general areas of land use with boundaries
between uses separated by transitional zones. The proposed RNC -20 is
deemed a more appropriate transitional zone than RS8 or RN8-16. CBS is
not an appropriate zone because it is specifically meant to be adjacent to
the downtown business district. The City doesn't have a commercial zone
that would encourage a mix of transitional uses. A planned area
development is an overlay zone (a zone created specifically for a property
based on the property owner's submitted plan) which would allow the same
density as the existing zone but with alterantive types of housing,
clustering, different setbacks or other innovations. It must be owner
initiated..
Councilmembers discussed various aspects of the rezoning. Balmer felt
that the traffic would be a problem with the proposed apartment complex
and that a small commercial and residential mix would be more appropriate.
Perret concurred and noted that trees currently serve as a buffer from the
manufacturing and warehouses to the west. Lynch noted that if nothing is
done it will be developed as zoned into something like a factory which is
not transitional. Neuhauser said that if Planning and Zoning doesn't wish
to recommend a lesser density, the Council must decide whether to override
both the Planning and Zoning and property owner's request. She noted that
under Iowa law, anything appropriate to a zone is allowed and the Council
cannot ask or dictate specific uses made of a property. This is a unique
! parcel because it is being changed from industrial to residential. The
Council wants to save neighborhoods but the City is under pressure by the
expanding university to provide housing. The Council must allow the
property owner to use the property for its best use. If the owner cannot
make economic use of the property and asks for rezoning, the City is hard
pressed to deny the request simply because the neighbors don't want it
changed. If the developer and neighbors could sit down together, perhaps
an agreement could be reached.
Rigler, the property owner, assumed that the property would be rezoned
when it was purchased two years ago.If it is not rezoned then he would
have to sell. The property that he developed at the corner of Governor
and Jefferson is a nice improvement and of top quality. Rigler stated
that he wouldn't remove any tress unnecessarily.
Urban Fringe
Urban Fringe will be discussed at the regular Council meeting.
Council Time
1. Berlin reported that the final draft of the Arbor Drive drainage
report is nearly ready.
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2. Balmer raised the possibility of housing being built near the City's
Elm Grove Park.
3.
Balmer noted that the Quarterly Summary Reports still left questions
on the compressed natural gas program. Helling and Berlin responded
that a engineer is working with Berlin to solve the problem, with
preliminary evaluations done this month. In response to another
question from Balmer, Berlin said that the Safety Committee in FY83
is designed to minimize insurance costs and workman's compensation
payments. Balmer questioned the purpose of blood pressure screening
by firefighters. The blood pressure screening doesn't take away from
normal firefighting duties. Balmer inquired about the City's
contact with the County regarding the ambulance issue. Berlin and
Neuhauser said that there has not been any contact. The State
Attorney General said that the County's funding of the ambulance
program from the Health Department levy is legal which relieves much
of the pressure on the County.
4.
Neuhauser said that a tour should be taken of the North Branch Dam;
the Lower Ralston Creek project; Tanglewood, Ventura, St. Ann's
Drive, and Melrose Court paving projects.
5.
Neuhauser expressed the concern of the League of Cities on General
Revenue Sharing and the League's request to write Washington
representatives.
6.
A compromise agreement has been reached with cable television but now
several of the cities have contacted the League of Cities urging them
to rescind their action. If a special meeting is called, Neuhauser
will ask the League to add an agenda item to rescind not supporting
increases in funding for waste water treatment plants.
7.
Neuhauser announced that there now exists a State -Local Law Center
Plan that offers experienced lawyers who will represent state and
local governments.
8. In response to a question from Neuhauser, Berlin said that Jansen is
preparing a letter to the School Board from the Council stating that
the City wouldn't move into Central Junior High if the Board moved
out and the appraisal of Central will be done within a couple of
weeks. The School Board has not gotten a written response from the
Council. Lynch suggested the Council give quicker written responses
to the School Board.
9. A schedule on MECCA funding is forthcoming. Neuhauser said that
MECCA wishes to move into the airport hangar space temporarily.
10. Neuhauser said that the president of the Library Board and the
Library Director should meet with the Council for an update. Then
the Council can determine if it wishes to work on the library
contract wtih the County or direct the library to continue
negotiations.
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11. The Council travel budget needs review. Berlin said a report is
forthcoming from the City Finance Director.
12. A strongly written letter will be sent to the U.S. Housing Appropria-
tions Subcommittee protesting the loss of funds for the Iowa City Bus
System while Houston receives $1.59 billion for a rail project. '
13. The special or temporary permits to taxi drivers have resulted in
problems with people who haven't got driver's licenses and criminal
convictions. A new ordinance will be drawn outlining the entire
procedure and a memo will be sent to Council explaining problems.
14.
The policy on liquor permits has not been followed. The 30 -day
courtesy notice from the City follows the official 60 -day state
notice that the liquor permits are up for renewal. Neuhauser and
Lynch suggested that a letter stating that the permit holder is
responsible for renewal and no exceptions will be made should be sent
to all permit holders. Recurring problems with Towncrest Inn
prompted discussion. The City Clerk noted that the deadline for
getting items on the agenda is 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Occasionally
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Councilmembers directed Karr to write a policy concerning this
matter. They will review it at next Monday's meeting.
15.
The Elderly Day Care Program wishes to use the second floor of the
Senior Center which would entail additional maintenance of $347
inclusive for FY83. Neuhauser said that the University should be
told that the City does not provide direct services for the
University
program.
16.
Neuhauser noted that the pending list is undated and some things are
carried over perpetually. For instance, revenue from Public Housing
Sites remains on the pending list but is no longer an issue.
17.
Lynch said that he, the Mayor, and Balmer met with a representative
from a Kansas City corporation which wishes to privately build Iowa
City's new sewage treatment plant and buy the sewer system. A
detailed analysis for the Council will follow.
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SPECIAL INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
APRIL 5, 1983
Special Informal Council Discussion: April 5, 1983.
Councilmembers Present: Perret, Neuhauser, McDonald, Dickson, Balmer
Absent: Erdahl, Lynch
Staffinembers Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Schmeiser
Tape -Recorded: Reel 83-3, Side 1 entire, Side 2 #1-1795.
Schmeiser noted the items needed to be completed from earlier sections of
the zoning review:
1) The number of roomers in the more restrictive'residential zones.
2) Uses in industrial zones should be studied to determine whether there
are other uses of industrial use that should be excluded or
prohibited from being developed in Iowa City and look at performance
standards to determine if the Council wishes to separate some of the
uses from I1 zones and place them in I2 zones and vice versa.
Planning and Zoning had listed the uses permitted in I2 zone as a
special exception in the I1 zone which would require approval by the
Board of Adjustment subject not only to the requirements but other
special provisions that the Board of Adjustment could attach to the
request for a special exception for certain kinds of use.
( New items for review include:
1) Accessory uses and accessory use building regulations;
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3) Dimensional requirements;
4) Board of Adjustment and its power to grant modifications through
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j5) Tree regulations requirement change for residential use - the
requirement for one tree for every 550 square feet of floro area of
residential use has been eliminated by staff recommendation;
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6) And performances standards include a new provision for Council
review.
1. RS -5 Roomers (Revised draft 3-16-03, pg. 21)
Under Section 1-6, subparagraph C, detached single RS -5 family
dwellings allow a maximum of only one roomer rather than the two
roomers previously allowed and provided one additional off-street
parking space. In every other residential zone, two roomers are
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permitted per dwelling unit. RS -5 replaces existing R1A and RIB
zones as the primary residential zone. There have been concerns
expressed that since four unrelated persons may occupy a single-
family dwelling, some problems have developed in the community with
respect to noise and cars. The legal staff has prepared an opinion
that the family may constitute two unrelated people as well as the
nuclear family. If two unrelated people occupy a dwelling unit as a
family and in addition two rooms are permitted, then four unrelated
people would reside in a RS -5 dwelling. The RS -8 is the medium
density single-family residential zone RS -5. It is not atypical to
have higher density in the zero lot line dwellings and duplexes of
RS -8.
The number of people permitted in a rooming house would be roughly
equal to the number of people permitted in a multi -family dwelling of
approximately equal floor space. A lot of the land currently zoned
R2 will become the more restrictive RS -8. Most other R2 areas will
become RM -12 which allows the same as R2 and R3. Perret noted his
preference is to have the same rooming house/one roomer per unit
restrictions for RS -8 and RM -12 for simplicity's sake. The City
Attorney noted that many of the single-family dwellings in Iowa City
have up to three roomers and they will be allowed under non-
conforming uses depending on whether they are a dwelling unit or a
rooming house.
The Council discussed changing the number of allowable roomers to the
same figure (one or two) for RS -8 and RM -12. Letters from Tom Cilek
and Sam Becker were noted re the allowed density of four unrelated
people in single-family areas because of the loose definition of
family. The City Attorney has prepared a memorandum summarizing the
possible combinations under the existing ordinance compared with the
new ordinance - both under the same definition of family. The
memorandum also points out the significant variation that will occur
in the RS -5 zone limiting roomers to one when additional off-street
parking is provided. Currently in the R2 zone each half of a duplex
could be occupied by five unrelated people with two unrelated people
representing a family plus three allowable roomers. The new
ordinance does not allow three roomers in any zone which results in
one fewer in each side of a duplex. Reducing the allowable roomers
in RM -12 to one would reduce the maximum number of people in each
half of a duplex to only three. There are no figures on the
occupancy of duplexes in Iowa City. Since permits aren't required
for duplexes, there is no control over occupying unless a complaint
is made. In response to a question from Neuhauser, Schmeiser said
that instead of allowing nonconforming use to continue forever,
they can be amortized much as the City did with nonconforming signs.
Problems with amortization exist with determining all non -conforming
units but enforcement would still be on a complaint basis.
Inspections and residential appraisals will give some indication of
occupancy at too high a level. Balmer suggested that the Council
study the City Attorney's memorandum and then consider if one or two
roomers should be allowed for both RS -8 and RM -12. Perret suggested
that the definition of rooming house could be changed from dwelling
with three roomers to two roomers. Schmeiser pointed out that the
current definition is based on the housing code.
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Industrial Zones (Pg. 160)
Schmeiser noted that these sections of the Code are very technical
and no one on City staff has the ability to regulate their use.
Section 1-68, paragraph C, covering certification requires certifi-
cation that performance standards can be met. The Council indicated
that the wording should make it clear that it is at owner's expense
and the words 'when necessary' should be removed. There is only some
resemblance to the existing Iowa City ordinances. These new
standards were taken from the model set of performance standards
developed by the American Planning Association. The proposed Iowa
City Standards were reviewed by a professor in enginereing at the
University of Iowa as well as industrial engineers for Iowa -Illinois
Gas & Electric Company in Davenport who have had a lot of experience
helping cities develop performance standards. Berlin directed City
staff (Schmeiser) to send letters to Procter & Gamble, Marti Kelly,
and several others requesting input on actual application of
standards. Schmeiser noted that he has requested input from several
companies and no one had brought up problems. There are different
performance standards required depending on the zone the use is
located in. The I1 zone is more restrictive than the I2 zone if the
use is located adjacent to a residential zone. In Section 1-69,
paragraph a, covering smoke, the Ringelman Chart is used as a
standard. Neuhauser noted that the sewage treatment plant is
exempted because it cannot be shut down. She also asked about the
difference between meat packing, packaging, and slaughter.
Schmeiser replied that packing can include slaughter but packaging
cannot. Berlin specifically reassured the Council that the proposed
new zoning ordinance prohibits slaughtering operations within the
city. Other operations prohibited because of odor include paper
Mills and leather tanning. Specific prohibited uses are on page 62,
Section 1-23, paragraph bl. Steel mills will be allowed in I2 but
not I1 unless specifically prohibited by Council. The Council agreed
to add steel mills to the list of prohibited uses.
3. Access�Uses (Article III, pg. 112)
Schmeiser said this section lists the permitted accessory uses in
each zone. The home occupations are more restrictive than the
current ordinance. Calls to houses used for home occupation are
limited to 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The use of a house for a home occupation
is regulated so that it does not appear in any way as anything but a
dwelling• Only items made on the premises can be sold from a
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meaning that cosmetics, could not be
antiques or other items
bought at wholesale and sold at retail at a premises. Staff is not
recommending that a home occupation license is initiated. A one
square foot sign is permitted under both the current and new zoning
ordinances (p. 129). The home occuaption standards will only be
enforced on a complaint basis. Perret said, with Neuhauser
concurring, that satellite receiving devices should be banned from
side yards as well as front yards. Neuhauser suggested a change
prohibiting satellite receiving devices from roofs as well (pg. 153-
4). In commercial areas there could be requirements prohibiting view
from the street but the Council will not add restrictions at this
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time. Council agreed that satellite receiving devices should be
prohibited from side yards and roofs.
4. The additional regulations (Section 1-51, pg. 106) are similar to the
present ordinance. Certain uses are permitted in certain zones
subject to section limitations. Day care centers and preschools are
concerned with the proposed requirements limiting their use and they
will submit a draft of alternative regulations. The day care centers
and preschools are particularly worried about not being allowed in
RS -5 zones becaues of complaints about early morning high traffic
levels and the number of cars on local streets. Ten of 21 day care
centers in Iowa City are in RS -5 zones. Other communities seem not
to have a problem with this. Neuhauser noted that the larger the,
center, the less appropriate they are to RS -5 zones. The centers
recommend the maximum of 20 children. The Council will study the
centers' recommendations before reaching a decision.
Drive-in theaters as limited by regulations are probably not very
probable as new Iowa City businesses, said Neuhauser.
Schmeiser said elderly housing provisions are unchanged.
The zero lot line zone is RS -8. Jim Maynard put together a zero lot
line study to which the Council can refer. The study says that the
zero lot line design cannot be controlled through conventional
zoning. While a five foot side yard is deemed sufficient, ten feet
are required of dwellings on the non -zero lot line side. In
Coralville a duplex on a 6000 square foot lot can later be divided
into two units on 3000 square feet separated by a one-hour firewall.
In Iowa City either a two-hour firewall or two one-hour firewalls are
required. Neuhauser said that the less stringent Coralville
standards on firewalls and utility connections are not appropriate
!' for Iowa City --essentially the houses should stand on their own. The
proposed lot size for Iowa City is 4000 square feet. Coralville's
smaller requirement for zero lot line was attractive to much of the
Council and they will consider it. Staff will examine whether a one -
or two-hour firewall should be used to separate zero lot line
dwellings. The major reason that duplexes can be built on smaller
lots than the corresponding zero lot line units is that duplexes
maintain a common yard. Neuhauser noted that requirements are not
meant to be restrictive to imaginative design and perhaps the zoning
ordinance should help encourage more freedom in design by dictating
only minimal requirements. The State Fire Marshal recommends 12 feet
between buildings. The Council agreed to allow zero lot line
dwellings in RM -12 zones at RM -12 density rather than RS -8 density as
initially proposed but single-family dwellings in RM -12 will still
be at RS -8 density. Schmeiser pointed out that there is only
positional difference between a detached single-family house and a
zero lot line house. Neuhauser replied that the different lot size
is appropriate because it encourages a variety of housing types in
RM -12. In Fort Collins there are clusters of different types of
housing and Iowa City only has such clustering on Friendship bewteen
Court and Washington. Schmeiser argued that market forces
encourages clustering of different kinds of housing on the same
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street. The only difference between a zero lot line unit and a
condominium is that a zero lot line unit includes ownership of part
of the lot while the condominium does not. The proposed zoning
ordinance gives more flexibility on yard regulations and a greater
provision for different types of housing without resorting to a PAD.
Schmeiser said that low-cost housing is primarily achieved by zero
lot line housing and the Manufactured Housing Zone (RMH). The
Council decided to listen to developers, as well as Kucharzak and
Siders, before deciding on minimum lot sizes for RM -12.
Treefree regions (Section 1-66 and 1-67, pg. 155) differs from the
present zoning ordinance. The present ordinance has three sets of
requirements for trees: 1) trees along R.O.W.; 2) trees for
residential use; and 3) trees along parking. The proposed ordinance
essentially ends the requirements for trees for residential use
based on square foot area because the requirements now require one
tree for every 550 square feet of floor area is excessive. Single-
familis exemt from tree rerements because ily
h meowners do their own land capinguiThe existing ordinanceldoes mnot
exempt duplexes while the proposed ordinance does. Schmeiser noted
that in one case a 12 unit apartment house had to have 16 trees in the
front yard to meet the current tree requirement. Perret pointed out
that because the rest of the lot was paved, all the trees were forced
into the front yard. The Council will look at some problem areas
before deciding on omitting the residential tree requirement. The
requirement on trees in parking areas is the same under both the
current and proposed ordinances. A 12-plex is the largest complex
Possible without requiring trees in the parking Bras.
Sections 1-61 through 1-65, outline dimensional requirements.
Schmeiser noted that the provision of Section 1-64, paragraph b, is
to enable special exceptions to be made rather than variances which
may only be made in case of unnecessary hardship as required by State
law. This will allow greater flexibility. Hot tubs are mentioned in
the proposed ordinance but not the current ordinance. If a hot tub
or pool is allowed in the front yard of a hotel, it would have to be
screened. Height exceptions are in addition to the special
exceptions under the regulatory ordinance for a public utility
franchise.
Other Council Discussion
During the meeting a request for a special meeting was turned down to
vote on approval of the liquor license for Towncrest Inn. All the
Papers were in order with the dram shop insurance notification in the
mail.
The Mayor will personally contact Council members who chronically
miss Council meetings without prior notification.
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Informal Council Discussion
April 11, 1983
Informal Council Dis
fecussion: April 11, 1983, at 4:30 p.m. in the
Conrence Room at the Civic Center. Perret presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Perret, Balmer, Lynch, Erdahl, Dickson, McDonald
Absent: Neuhauser
Staffinembers Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Zehr, Knight,
Franklin, Schmeiser, Boothroy, Farmer,
Holderness, McGonagle, Siders
Tape -Recorded: Tape #83-5, Side 1, #1-2058
Applications to Planning and Zoning Commission: (Knight, Franklin)
Rezone 624 S. Gilbert Street, C2 to R34. Franklin explained that
a though the Nm";e;iiW Plan Update and proposed Zoning Ordinance
dont show housing, residential in this area is an appropriate use.
Knight said that a staff report is forthcoming and that the request to
schedule a public hearing prior to Planning and Zoning Commission action
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Rezone 521 Kirkwood Avenue, M1 to RNC -20. Applicant requested action be
postponed until April 18th.
Off-street Parking Areas: Discussion deferred to later agenda item.
Rezone .93 acres vicinity of Van Buren and Johnson, M1 to RX Erdahl
—discouraged collapsing the readings. He will meet with Franklin to
discuss this rezoning. Perret inquired about the required minimum
distances between buildings with housing units and railway R.O.W. The Van
Buren Village parking design meets the new design standards.
Lot 31 Strebs Second Addition. Applicant requested the Council to defer
resolutions untl later date.
i Airport Report (Jansen)
In an April 11, 1983, conference phone call with Jansen and Fred Zehr, Mel
Fisher (head of FAA's compatible use requirements for airports, Kansas
City) stated that the FAA is sending Iowa City a letter strongly objecting
to the locating of the R Plaza Project in the Iowa City airport's clear
zone. FAA requirements prohibit residential developments in a clear
approach zone. Fisher said the City should stop the development but was
told the City had no legal basis for doing so. In a subsequent conference
phone call with Berlin, Jansen, Sasser (FAA regional chief) and Brennan
(FAA regional attorney), Sasser said that this is a safety issue and the
Iowa City grant application for $200,000 runway improvements is in
jeopardy. After general discussion, Council agreed that the City Manager,
Jansen, airport staff,and the developer would work on the problem and
report back to the Council.
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Off-street Parking
The Council agreed to vote on the off-street parking requirements at their
regular meeting. Attorney William Sueppel expressed concern about his
client's difficulty with proceeding with land development because of the
lack of a standard for parking requirements.
Policy on Individual Rezoning Applications (Boothroy)
Boothroy reviewed the April 5, 1983, memo sent to the Council and noted
the concerns of handling both individual rezoning applications and public
hearings on the proposed zoning ordinance. Perret suggested that the
Planning and Zoning Commission should not expedite rezoning applications
and waive readings or time requirements.
Bus Shelters
The Council requested that Larry McGonagle, Transit Manager, bring
recommendations to the Council on the locations for bus shelters.
McDonald recommended that a shelter be placed.on Westminister and Court.
Shamrock/Friendship/Arbor Drainage Problems
The City Manager explained that the most expensive solution (a full
culvert) to the Shamrock -Friendship -Arbor flooding problem is also the
most satisfactory, although expensive. No more than 30 houses are
affected by the flooding. Farmer explained that the channel upstream from
Shamrock will not hold the water from a five foot storm, so any solution
must include improving the channel. Merely improving the channel wouldn't
significantly' improve the situation without also installing a new
culvert. The total cost per house for the culvert and channel improvement
could approach $10,000. The problem should not become worse with future
construction to the east because of required retention basins which would
have to be installed where unimproved land currently doesn't hold the
water. Berlin said that an expensive project would have to be funded
either from the General Obligation budget or from GO bonds which would
raise the costs considerably. Farmer said that a steel tube would be
impractical because it would have to be larger than a concrete culvert to
handle the same amount of water. A special assessment would have to
include the entire 175 acre drainage area as a project. Balmer said that
revenue sharing might be a possibility also. Berlin recommended that any
solution must provide a significant improvement or expectations would be
falsely raised. He is concerned that a partial solution that would
increase water flow would create more problems such as erosion. Lynch
questioned whether this is the last area in the City with major water
management problems. Only about four houses in the Shamrock area actually
have flooding in the houses and the rest have flooded yards. Farmer will
look at all alternatives and consider financing solutions with the
Director of Finance.
St. Ann's Drive/Other Paving
Farmer said that on a cost share basis, the ten percent allowed for
engineering would be spent regardless of how the project proceeds. The
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ten percent allowed as a margin for error can be eliminated with good
planning. Berlin said funding could come from revenue sharing, Block
Grant money from the jobs bill, or GO bonds. The 75 percent funding by the
City referred to in a memo is only an alternative. Balmer noted that
since the property owners benefit from the improvements, they should share
the cost, especially on the street portion. The Council agreed that
sidewalks could be financed with Community Development money. Berlin said
staff would present an estimate of costs if the City used Block Grant
money for sidewalks where lots are developed, absorbed overhead costs, and
distributed actual construction costs of paving on a variety of formulas.
He added that it must be taken into account that some people charged for
the cial asssment
benefiltrandment under the peopleawhoeactually benefita
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Tanglewood Street, presented pictures of his streets and spoke in favor of
the City improving and/or maintaining the street. Lynch said there is a
consensus of the Council to deal with the situation and it is a matter of
deciding how. Numerous citizens spoke against an assessment for St. Ann's
Drive project because of the high cost to benefit ratio. Lynch suggested
getting recommendation from staff and then setting a public hearing.
Urban Fringe Issues
Erdahl stated that commercial development would be allowed on the
commercial side but not the county side of I-518 in Area 8. There is a
Problem with asking the County to keep half of a prime intersection
limited to agricultural use. Therefore, the County will develop a long- ,
term plan of the area as commercial development. The City will not annex
the area and the County will guarantee compatible development. The County
is developing site plan standards for commercial development such as
highway commercial which will control what would happen there. The County
currently doesn t have standards that sufficiently control land use so
they are developing the appropriate standards, and will issue a report on
them to the City in two months. Area 7 will be primarily agricultural,
possibly with residential along Highway 1 where additional streets would
not need to be provided. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors might
rezone to assure that the area would remain agricultural. In Areas 3 and
4 as well as some other areas, the City proposed three levels of
subdivision standards to deter growth but also have better county roads in
subdivisions which aren't to be annexed into the City. The County offered
a counter -proposal to develop more stringent county subdivision
requirements for the County. Staff will give the Urban Fringe Committee a
report on Areas 2, 3, and 4 at the next meeting. All the areas will be
reported on by the June meeting which allows three months to work out a
final agreement.
Council Time
I. Erdahl noted that the City needs an Airport Commission to meet
certain funding requirements.
2. Agenda items 6 and 8. Balmer noted that although the involved
properties need to be elevated four feet, actually it won't be
necessary because of improvements already made. Berlin stated that
the bidding parties knew that the property would have to be elevated
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when the bids were made. Helling explained that it would be six
months before the process would be completed including the remapping
which would negate the necessity to elevate the properties.
Remapping involves computer models, preliminary drawings, and
federal work. Croker has applied for a variance to the elevation
requirement. Staff is hesitant to recommend approval until the
remapping is done. Berlin explained that although the City has
reserved a 20 foot maintenance area next to Ralston Creek there has
been no decision on public ownership.
3. Agenda item 10b - Vacancies. The Council noted that Vander Zee was
the Housing Commission representative on Committee for Community
Needs.
4. Agenda item '18. Balmer suggested that the City Clerk ask to be
exempted from jury duty if asked. The Council discussed the
practicality of asking her to request exemption. It was noted that
if she is required to serve she should be paid her full City salary
minus the jury duty fee.
5. Alley between Van Buren and Johnson. In response to a question from
Erdahl, Berlin explained that a report would be forthcoming about the
alley.
6. Letter from Transit Drivers. Perret reported that he has received a
letter from 33 City bus drivers expressing concern about the safety
in the Washington Street bus loading area downtown. He noted that
there are inherent conflicts in the area among buses, pedestrians,
automobiles, and bicycles that should be discussed at an informal
Council discussion. Members of the JCCOG staff are doing part of the
Federal Highway Administration case study, Impacts on Improvements.
Berlin.will get appropriate materials to the Council for study and
bus drivers will be notified of the informal discussion.
7. Vandalism. In reply to McDonald, Berlin said that while there has
been some damage to automobiles in parking ramps, most of the damage
has been to the structure itself.
8. QuikTrip Letter. Perret stated he was not especially sympathetic to
requests for special consideration on sign variances.
9. Berlin requested and received clarification on the timing of his
bonus.
10. In a memo from the Finance Director, the Council received information
on the travel budget and considered a FY84 adjustment. Berlin
pointed out that special programs and projects often demand extra
travel. Erdahl suggested realistic limitations on travel and
suggested that a policy be formulated.
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Informal Council Discussion
May 16, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: May 16, 1983 at 7:40 p.m. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present; Neuhauser, Balmer, Lynch, Perret, McDonald,
Erdahl, Dickson.
Staff Members Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Franklin, Kimble,
Schmadeke, Farmer, Gannon, Davidson, Prior.
Others: Harold Donnelly, Shelly Plattner, Phil Nychay.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-13, Side 1, #730 -End, Side 2, #1 -End.
"Bobby Oldis Memorial Building" Dedication
Councilmembers attended the dedication and noted the magnificent effort,
community spirit and cooperation in this project. Mayor Neuhauser will
send a special thank you letter to Tim Brandt.
House Moving Ordinance
Balmer inquired if a new house moving ordinance is needed. Berlin said
that specific problems in the past prompt the need for a new ordinance.
Mike Kucharzak will report to Council about the changes in the ordinance.
70 Acre Annexation on Southeast Side (Franklin)
Franklin explained that none of the 70 acres is being planned for
residential development. Ty'n Cae Part III is located west of the 70
acres with a natural drainage area between the residential and commercial
developments. The north part of Ty'n Cae Part III will include storm
water management. West Side Company has been told that some type of
buffering will be required between the commercial development and
residential area located to the west. Maps of this area were made
available to the Council. Franklin said that previously 30 acres was
zoned commercial and 40 acres was zoned residential by the County Zoning
Board. Two things prompted the Planning Department to look at changing
the 40 acres to commercial: 1) the developer wanted all 70 acres to be
zoned commercial and 2) the Planning Department, when looking the
interchanges at Melrose and at Highway 1, wanted to direct residential
development towards Melrose. This would encourage commercial development
at the southern Highway 1 interchange and residential development at the
northern Melrose interchange. Franklin said that the area will probably
be zoned CH and CI -1 with the new zoning. Lynch expressed a concern about
a large shopping center being built by the developers. Neuhauser noted
that the commercial zoning in this area would prohibit potential
manufacturing developments. Berlin suggested that they should look at the
new ordinance's manufacturing zones or consider expanding the commercial
zones to include manufacturing that would not be incompatible with its
planned use. Perret expressed concern about zoning such a large area as
70 acres entirely commercial. Franklin said that the applicant wanted to
be annexed only if commercial zoning would be considered. The 70 acres
has been annexed by resolution. A voluntary annexation took place with
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the understanding that the Council was looking at commercial zoning for
the area. Consensus of the Council was to contact the applicant to
discuss alternative uses of the area. McDonald noted that the Fringe
Committee is working on a Planned Site Development within the commercial
zone.
Central Junior High
Neuhauser
uestions:
cash settlement dand o2) if they do,1 howo muchheisCacceptable? des touncil want tJanseninoted
that it is difficult to calculate a proper cash settlement amount or know
what the reversionary interest is worth due to the lack of objective
standards, although there may exist some type of accounting analysis.
McDonald asked if the $50,000 would legally fulfill the obligation to the
public. Erdahl stated that the Council has an oglibation to look out for
the public interest relative to the use of the land. Perret agreed that
the Council should have some input as to how the land would be used.
Jansen said that it may be possible to accept $50,000 with a covenant or
agreement allowing the City input into the property's use. Berlin noted
that the issue should be resolved promptly so that the school board will
use the land appropriately. Lynch suggested that the public purpose
obligation could be fulfilled by earmarking the money for a specific use.
Neuhauser suggested that the City would settle for 10% of the proceeds
from the sale of the land and that the money be reserved for a park fund.
Council agreed to contact the school board regarding the Council interest
in a percentage figure based on actual sale. The 10% amount has been
referred, to the City Attorney and the Council will consider public uses of
the land -for which the school board would not have to pay anything.
Burlington Street Bridge Project
A consultant explained that previous repairs to the bridge have included
taking off part of the north sidewalk, widening the roadway, replacing the
south sidewalk and replacing the north side curb. He noted that
maintenance costs would be high on a new structure due to the type of
structure. The project would close the bridge for 10-12 months and would
require detouring traffic to the north side bridge and making it two-way
traffic. Schmadeke explained that funding may be available in FY85,
depending upon the availability of federal monies. Council agreed with
the Public Works recommendation to rehabilitate the existing structure.
Vehicle Uses of Transit Interchange Area
Berlin stated that John Lundell and Jeff Davidson are preparing a report
regarding alternatives and solutions for sidewalks, etc. Councilmembers
reviewed the traffic volume counts and discussed alternative routes for
the volume of traffic if the Washington interchange were closed. Shelley
Plattner, representing Bicyclists of Iowa City, said that re-routing
cyc
bilists to Burlington Street would pose a greater danger. Phil Nychay,
bus driver, reviewed a past accident involving a bicyclists and a
pedestrian and stated that the hazardous congested conditions at the bus
Interchange pose further threat of accidents. Nychay said that the City
could lessen
liability
eliminating
the vehicular reroutingtrafficNuhaserame ,ynchand
McDonald agreed to leave the interchange open to traffic. Dickson, Perret
and Erdahl were in favor of limiting traffic at the Washington
interchanges to busses and pedestrians.
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Council Time
I. Balmer asked when the Council will discuss the Elm Grove Park
property and its potential as a housing site. McDonald noted that
Planning and Zoning is currently studying land use in that area.
Council will wait until Planning and Zoning is finished before
scheduling this for discussion.
2. Lynch said that he is quite pleased with the City's insurance
program.
3. Neuhauser inquired about what format the hearing should be organized
regarding the Robert Rath taxicab driver appeal. Jansen said that a
statement of facts and a conclusion of law should be included.
Councilmembers can review the hearing from tapes. Neuhauser will
draft the report.
4. Neuhauser reviewed the schedule of events fo the French visitation.
She specifically noted that on Saturday morning a meeting with the
group's political people is scheduled at the library to discuss urban
development, senior centers, etc. Councilmembers were encouraged to
attend.
S. Karr reminded Council that she will be attending a conference next
week. A third person has been hired in the City Clerk's office and
will begin June 1st. Ramona Parrott will be alone in the office next
week. Jill Smith will be attending the Council's informal meeting
and Ramona Parrott will attend the formal Council meeting.
6. Mayor Neuhauser swore in Marian Karr as the Iowa City City Clerk.
7. Perret reported on his trip to Des Moines to meet with Adrian
Anderson, Historic Preservation Office, about the hotel plans.
Stanley Quee, HUD Environmental officer, also attended the meeting.
Perret explained to the group that efforts have been made to diminish
the overall impact on the College Block Building from the hotel. The
askedHUD officer e to file
orts re
minimizing the impa impact- HUD will send a staff archtional itect to attenddinthe
next Design Steering Committee meeting.
8. Perret reported that he has drafted a policy on the publically
financed sidewalk improvements outside the CDBG area. He met with
Schmadeke to review the policy and will include the policy in the
Council packets.
9. Berlin stated that UDAG officials would like to increase the amount
of the investor's equity and decrease the amount of UDAG's contribu-
tion. Also, the investors still need to get the financial
commitments.
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
MAY 23, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: May 23, 1983, at 7:30 PM in the Conference Room at
the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhaus er'presiding.
Counciimembers Present: Neuhauser, McDonald, Dickson, Lynch, Perret, Balmer,
Erdahl.
Staff Present: Berlin, Melling, Jansen, Franklin, Knight, Boothroy, Hencin,
Farmer, Holderness, Kucharzak, Zehr, Schmadeke, Smith.
Tape Recorded: Reel 83-14, Side 1, 1-1370, Side 2, 1-680
Planning and Zoning Items
Rezoning 223 South Riverside Court, RIB to R3A. No discussion. No objections
to setting a publ hehearing 6/21/83.
Rezoning 510 South Clinton St R3B to CBS. Staff recommended against rezoning
because it would then be exempt from parking requirements and could represent
spot zoning. Atty. John Hayek discussed the proposed plat map lay -out with
Councilmembers and expressed concerns that 90 parking spaces (72 for office and
18 for apartments) would be required under the proposed plan. Knight said that
staff was concerned about providing enough parking for the residential part of
the combination commercial -residential proposed use. Neuhauser said that
Council will have to study the parking requirements.
Rezoning 40 acres NE of Rocnhester Ave & 1st Ave., RIA to R1B and R3. Staff
reco®ended against rezoing because of sewer concerns and wanting a
transitional area to buffer between single family residential and commercial -
multifamily residential areas. Glasgow discussed the proposed plat lay -out with
Councilmembers and explained that the planned development would offer older Iowa
Citians appropriate housing and the terrain is more suitable for condominium
development. Lynch suggested staging development until sewer problems are
resolved. McDonald noted that the Council previously agreed to honor plans by
Plum Grove, Highlander and BDI and that any further development would be
restricted until the sewer problems are resolved. Councilmembers requested the
City Attorney research whether or not they can zone by stages. Glasgow agreed
to meet with the City Attorney to discuss possible alternatives to the
development.
Rezone 624 S. Gilbert St. C2 to RX Staff recommends that the hearing be
continued until June 7, 1983.
Vacation portion of Lucas St R.O.W. ,north of Page St. and south of the
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad ROW, second consideration and public
hearing. Knight explained that the neighbor has been notified of the 5/24/83
meeting.
Rzoning 1425 North Dodge St , RIA to C2. No discussion.
not be present
It was
Bloom Prairie Warehn resolution approving preliminary and final Large
Scale Non -Residential Development Plan. A warehouse and office area is being
proposed and revised plans have been submitted.
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Court Hill, Part 16, resolution approving the preliminary plat. Staff and the
P&L Commission recommended against approval due to lack of adequate sewer
capacity and access problems in the design.
Glasgow noted that the Council needs to decide what to do about Peterson Street.
Berlin said that a discussion with regards to Peterson Street will be scheduled
in an informal meeting.
Aspen Lake, resolution approving preliminary and final subdivision plat.
Knight noted that this is the final segment of development in the area and is the
tie in piece for Westwinds Drive.
Waters First Addition, resolution approving an amendment to the final
subdivisionplat. The developers requested the reduction in size of an existing
drainage and utility easement.
Streb's Second Addition, resolution approving final subdivision plat and a
resolution removing a restriction on Lot 31. No discussion.
Project Hope
Neuhauser noted that grade school parents have complained to the Council about
the proposed planned location of Project Hope. Neuhauser asked Councilmembers
if Elm Grove Park would be an appropriate location for this project. Boothroy
said that staff is studying the possibility of modifying the zoning ordinance to
provide different parking standards for group homes. Braverman explained that
the facility would accommodate 24 residences and office space. Hencin explained
that the original site plan was not considered feasible due to the amount of
fill required at that location and the issue of the 20 foot nonbuildable
conservation easement. Councilmembers were not in favor of using Parcel D due
to the objections raised by parents of the potential dangers of a halfway house
being located next to a grade school. Braverman suggested building on the
original site on an elevated foundation.
Perret asked if Agenda Item 34 re Parcel D, would have to be deferred. Berlin
indicated that the Council may not want to defeat it if the Council is not
interested in using Parcel D for Project Hope.
Budget Amendments
Data Processing. Kimball explained that it was taking longer to get the general
ledger on the in-house computer, so the City is still having to send the
expenditures out until the end of May.
Urban Planned Development Pg 18. Kimball explained that the $134,000
includes Shive-Hattery expenses along with Zuchelli.
Fire Prevention and Safety Inspector Pg 19. Balmer asked why an extra amount
is included. Kimball explained that in
Fy83, CDBG would only pay for one half of
the position and the other half would be funded out of the general fund.
Street Svstem Maintenance. Hwy. 6 Fairmeadows lights, extra -width paving and
Ralston Creek -Dodge St. Sewer are included in the totals.
Central Supply and Printing PR 22. Kimball explained that $75,000 expense
amount accounted for the supply and print shop operations. She will give the
Council a breakdown of the amount.
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FY84 Capital Projects
St. Anne's Drive Assessment. Councilmembers agreed to the 1/3 assessment.
Tanglewood -Ventura will be scheduled for next meeting.
Melrose Court. Erdahl reviewed past history of Melrose Court and stated that
sidewalk improvements need to be made. Perret said that there are two property
owners out of 39 that do not want to give easements to the project improvements.
Councilmembers discussed alternative traffic routes, pedestrian traffic and
cost participation by property owners. Councilmembers agreed to doing the
project if everyone would give easements. Berlin said funding would be under GO
bonds, closer to FY85.
Neuhause noted that the Council and staff need to watch budget amendments and
project expenditures closely.
Dubuque Street -Iowa Ave. td Park Rd. Berlin said that the width of the street
still needs to be resolved. Councilmembers agreed that the street needs
j improvement and that there is a safety factor.* Perret noted that IDOT wants it
to be widened at least 4 feet to obtain State funding. Balmer said that trees
may have to be removed to enable widening. Council 'agreed to wait until fall
to make a decision.
Foster Rd. ROW East & West. This is to be funded in FY84. Consensus of Council
was to note a priority for this project.
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Villa Park. Mercer Park Willow Park Sidewalks
Farmer talked with Showalter regarding his crews doing the Villa Park sidewalks.
Council agreed to put the Willow Park -Benton Street sidewalks on the pending
list. Council agreed to wait on the Mercer Park sidewalks.
Lim Stet Improvements. Berlin said that this project is still in .the
j planningrestages and Council will receive more information.
Airport T -Hangars. Leases have not been obtained yet.
iStorm Sewer-Rundell/Dearborn Center. Balmer inquired about the CCN Jobs Bill
funding. Balmer asked for a breakdown of the $255,000. Kimball replied that
approximately $100,000 is in GO bonds and $150,000 is in CDBG. Council reviewed
the alternative solutions to the expensive storm sewer repairs. The project
costs are funded in FY84. Council agreed to go ahead with the project.
East Side Trunk Sewer Elimination. Berlin stated that Engineering will give
j Councilmembers additional information.
Shamrock/Arbor Drive Storm Sewer. Council agreed to put it on the CIP list for
next year and go ahead with the design plans and obtain easements.
Highway 1 Widening. Berlin said that the City needs to find out the amount of
IDOT participation before a decision can be made.
Space Needs. Erdahl requested the Mayor to review and outline the City's space
needs and projections.
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House Moving Ordinance
Kucharzak explained the reasons for changing the current ordinance. The
majority of the changes involved language changes, removing "or" throughout the
ordinance and giving clearer direction of responsibility. Also the amendment
states times of the move, better programming of the move, permit requirements,
the use of floodlighting, and insurance amounts.
Appointments
Majority of Councilmembers agreed to appoint Cindy Parsons to the Resources
Conservation Commission and Danel Trevor (Borts) to the Housing Commission.
FAA (Zehr)
Zehr spoke with Mel Fischer and reviewed the City's proposal to shorten runway
#17/35 by 3001. The FAA feels that shortening the runway would hamper the
airport's serviceability by being below the minimum requirements for a transport
airport. Alternatives were that the City extend another runway, costing
$489,450, or buy out the developer. Erdahl strongly noted that the Reagan
administration must want to close down all small airports. Berlin reviewed his
conversation with Senator Jepsea and Mr. Conrad, and stated that it apears that
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the FAA has misconceptions about the situation. Councilmembers agreed that the
City should meet with FAA officials and that a chronology of the airport's
events be forwarded to the FAA and Jepsen's office.
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Informal Council Discussion
May 31, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: May 31, 1983, 7:30 p.m., in the Conference
Room at the Civic enter. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, McDonald, Erdahl, Dickson, Balmer,
erret. 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.
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 acceptable. 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.
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Larry Schnihjer commented that it would probably be cheaper to revise the
old ordinance than to write the new ordinance.
Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
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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,
Perret, Lynch.
Staff Present: Berlin, Melling, Karr, Jansen, Franklin, Boothroy, Tippe,
Webb, Gannon, Schmadeke, Vitosh, Bieri, Mintle, Hencin.
Planning and Zoning Items
public
T rt 3, final Planned Area Development plan. No objection to
setting a pub c hearing for July 5, 1983.
Rezoning 624 S. Gilbert St , C2 to R3A.
Franklin explained that the Dept. of Environmental Quality no longer feels
there is a lproblem. t is
excavation,thesoishould be retested recommended orcontamination and that the
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
be required. Councilmembers will discuss the possible health and safety
hazards in the public hearing.
Rezone 510 South Clinton, R3B to CBS, first consideration. There was no
d scusslon.
Rezone40 acres N.E. of RochtA_ve. and First Ave., R1A to R3. Staff
recommended dfers of f rst consideration because legal descriptions
have not been seubmitted.
Vacate ortion of Lucas St. R.O.W.,located N. of Page Street and S. of
the icago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad R.O.W. There was no
discussion.
Rezone 1425 North Dodge Street, R1A to C2, 3rd consideration. There was
no d scussion.
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Rezone 70 acres N. of Hwy. 1 near Willow Creek, RIA & 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
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evaluation. McDonald said that the area was once planned for mixed zning
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and that C2 zoning would prevent that. Council directd 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
plat. 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
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to three lots. Two of the lots are not yet developed.
Southeast Side Subdivision Pro need ky 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 soathside sewer system. He said
that the proposed lift station would only flow at night rather than during
flow eak buttods which would help alleviate not during flood periods. Thirty acresowouldblem dbetaf affected d eak period
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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.
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Rezone 70 acres N. of Hwy. 1 near Willow Creek, RIA & 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
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evaluation. McDonald said that the area was once planned for mixed zning
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and that C2 zoning would prevent that. Council directd 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
plat. 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
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to three lots. Two of the lots are not yet developed.
Southeast Side Subdivision Pro need ky 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 soathside sewer system. He said
that the proposed lift station would only flow at night rather than during
flow eak buttods which would help alleviate not during flood periods. Thirty acresowouldblem dbetaf affected d eak period
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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.
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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.
IRB's
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.
Nei hb000d Paintin Project: Balmer asked how the money would be
spent. rhCN 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.
HomeRe air for Elderly: CCN explained that Elderly Services will spend
1 00 for sma 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
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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
HelIing 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.
Council Salary
Erdahl explained that with more committee responsibilities, there are
greater time demands put upon the Councilmembers and, therefore, a salary
function better and get
increase is necessitated. Neuhauser said that the Council seems to
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
that salaries should be increased.
their efforts. Dickson and Perret agreed with Neuhauser, Erdahl and Lynch
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
to $5000 and the Mayor's salary to $6000 and be reviewed every other year,
a year after the new term of office.
Council Time - Agenda
I. Air ort Minutes Ma 12. Balmer asked about the T -hangars.
Neu auser exp ained that rental should be received on all the T -
hangars.
2. Senior Center Minutes. Balmer inquired about Lori Benz's request
be hired on a for an extended leave of absence. Berlin explained that someone will
satisfied with the temporary e
plan. Erdahl statedthat itashould be understood
that they should not expect to be funded for additional staff when
Lori returns from her leave of absence.
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3. Library Board Minutes pa 2. Balmer inquired about the Board's
poilcy 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 w I I I contact the League about the proposed rate increase as well
as objecting to the i
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7. Council Minutes. The Council expressed its approval of the City
C erkT s mT emo on the Council minute taker.
8. Kirkwood Dia oval Parkin . Perret discussed Jim Brachtel's letter
about d,agona parking ,n 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
memo on the Millard arehouse Revenue Bonds. A revised resolution
will be on the formal Council meeting agenda.
10. Tree Polic . Neuhauser asked if the tree policy could be considered j
next Monday. Berlin said he is awaiting comments from individual
Councilmembers.
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OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL -5/24/83
The cost of publishing the following
proceedings & claims is $ . Cumulative
cost for this calendar year for said
publication is $
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 5/24/83,
at 7:30 PM at the Civic Center. Mayor
Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers
present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch,
McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: None.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 83-146, Bk. 77, p. 400,
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR ROBERT A.
LEE, in recognition of 32 years of City
service. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted
and presented the resolution to Bob Lee.
She expressed personal thanks to Bob for
many years of service.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-147, Bk. 77, p. 401,
RESOLUTION ESTABLSHING A NAME FOR THE
COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER, "Robert A. Lee
Community Recreation Center." Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
The Mayor proclaimed May 22-28, 1983,
as Public Works Week.
Mayor Neuhauser announced a
Presidential Scholar award to Mary K.
Bender, West High School, and offered
congratulations.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson,
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., 5/3/83 and reg.
mtgs. of 4/26/83 and 5/10/83, as
published, subject to correction, as
recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and
Commissions: City Conference Board -
3/28/83, 5/2/83; Housing Appeals
Board -4/12/83; Civil Service Comm. -
3/26/83; Broadband Telecommunications
Comm. -3/10/83; Human Rights Comm. -
4/25/83; Historic Preservation Comm. -
4/27/83; Committee on Community Needs -
5/4/83; Housing Comm. -5/4/83; Bd. of
Library Trustees -4/28/83; Planning &
Zoning Comm. -3/17/83; Riverfront
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Comm. -4/4/83; Bd. of Adjustment -
4/20/83.
Permit motions as recommended by
the City Clerk: Approving Class C
Liquor License for Fitzpatrick's, 525
S. Gilbert Street. Approving Class C
Liquor License and Sunday Sales for
Colonial Bowling Lanes, 2253 Hwy. 218
South. Approving Class C Liquor
License for The Airline, 22 South
Clinton.
Motions: To approve
disbursements in the amount of
$1,822,786.23 for the period of 4/1/83
through 4/30/83, as recommended by the
Finance Director, subject to audit. To
refer the By-laws of the Historic
Preservation Commission to the Rules
Committee.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 83-
148, Bk. 77, p. 402, TO SET A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR 6/7/83 ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THE SALT STORAGE BUILDING, DIRECTING
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
HEARING AND DIRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ON
FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
RES. 83-149, Bk. 77, P. 403, TO
SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 7/5/83 ON THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY'S UMTA SECTION 3
APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
TO PURCHASE TRANSIT COACHES, SPARE
PARTS, AND BUS SHELTERS. To set a
public hearing for 6/7/83 to receive
citizen comments concerning the
proposed program statement of
community development objectives and
projected use of $259,000 of 1983
Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Jobs Bill funds.
Correspondence: Letters
regarding the proposed rezoning of
property at 521 Kirkwood: Mike Ronato,
Renee Jensen, Harold Stager, Susan M.
Horowitz, Em Hollender, Evelyn
Baumgartner, Jinx Davison, Mary
Swander, Deirdre Castle, Maria S. Hope,
Laura Julier, Vicki Grafentin, Helen
Raders, Mickie Wiegand. Dr. Ingeborg
Solbrig regarding construction of
utility poles by Iowa -Illinois Gas &
Electric Company and regarding
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proposed rezoning of 521 Kirkwood.
Michael Waltz re use of public
right-of-way for a sign, copy of City
Mgr's. reply is attached. Dr. William
S. Moeller re motorcycle racing track,
a memo from the Parks and Recreation
Department with a copy of the park use
permit is attached. Chamber of
Commerce recommending that Dr. Dague of
the University of Iowa be employed to
study and recommend an alternative plan
for sewerage needs. Becky A. Miller re
opening a street in order to provide
access to property on I Street,
referred to the City Engineer. Bob
Elliott re special event held in
downtown Iowa City, referred to the
City Manager for reply.
Application
Public Grounds: U
rounds: IowaCity Striders for
a Mother's Day Run on 5/8/83, approved.
Applications for City Plaza Use
Permits: Balloons Over Iowa to sell
balloons as an ambulatory vendor
5/7/83, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and repeated the
Public hearings as set.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret,
to set a public hearing for 6/21/83 on the
proposed rezoning of certain property
located at 223 South Riverside Court from
RIB to R3A. 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 510 South Clinton Street from R38
to CBS.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed rezoning of approximately 40 acres
located north and east of the intersection
of Rochester Avenue and the proposed First
Avenue extended from RIA to RIB and R3.
Staffinember Knight noted receipt of a letter
from Atty. John Cruise requesting omission
Of lots 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43 from R3
rezoning request.
A public hearing was held on an
ordinance to rezone property at 624 South
Gilbert Street from C2 to RX Moved by
Perret, seconded by Dickson, to continue the
public hearing to the June 7, 1983, Council
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meeting. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Move
that the dORDINANCE Balmer
VACATING eA PORTIONeOF
LUCAS STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED NORTH OF
PAGE STREET AND SOUTH OF THE CHICAGO, ROCK
ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, be
considered and given second vote for
ul vote
nanimous, 7/0,1 all Councilmembers ive roil l
Councilm mberspresent.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the
disposition of vacated Lucas Street
right-of-way located north of Page Street
and South of the Chicago, Rock Island and
Pacific Railroad right-of-way.
Moved bBalmer seconded that he ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAINMcDonaldPROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1425 NORTH DODGE STREET FROM RIA
to C2, be considered and given second vote
for passage. The Mayor declared the motion
carried, 4/3, with the following division of
roll call vote: Ayes: Balmer, Lynch,
McDonald, Neuhauser. Nays: Perret,
Dickson, Erdahl.
that theeORDINANCEmer TO REZONEded APPROXIMATELY
70 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED NORTH OF HIGHWAY 1
NEAR WILLOW CREEK, be considered and given
second vote for passage. Council requested
a letter from West Side Co. re their
Position on rezoning and what compatible
uses are contemplated for the area.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion for second consideration
carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-150, Bk. 77, pp. 404-405,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE
SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN OF
BLOOMING PRAIRIE WAREHOUSE, INC. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted, 6/0/1, with
the following division of roll call vote:
Ayes: Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret,
Balmer, Dickson. Nays: None. Abstentions:
Erdahl. Council requested Planning & Zoning
minutes be received by Council before action
is taken on items discussed.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to
defer until 6/7/83 a resolution approving
the preliminary plat of Court Hill, Part 16.
Bruce Glasgow appeared requesting two week
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delay. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-151, Bk. 77, pp. 406-407,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL SUBDIVI-
SION PLAT OF ASPEN LAKE, PART 2.
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. 83-152, Bk. 77, p. 408,
APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO THE FINAL SUBDI-
VISION PLAT OF WATERS FIRST ADDITION TO IOWA
CITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer,
to adopt RES. 83-153, Bk. 77, pp. 408-410,
APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF LOT
31, STREB'S SECOND ADDITION. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-154, Bk. 77, pp. 411-412,
REMOVING A RESTRICTION ON LOT 31, STREB'S
SECOND ADDITION. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted, 6/0/1, with the follow-
ing division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Neuhauser, Perret, Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl,
McDonald. Nays: None. Abstaining: Lynch.
A public hearing was held on resolution
of necessity for St. Anne's Drive special
assessment project - 1983. Moved by Perret,
seconded by Dickson, to continue the public
hearing until 6/7/83. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 83-154A, Bk. 77, pp. 413-416,
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY WITH RESPECT TO THE
ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY
PROPOSED FOR ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING
ASSESSMENT PROJECT - 1983, and to defer
consideration until 6/7/83 on a 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 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
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notice and fixing a date
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rireceiving
psame,
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and for a public
specifications, form of contract and
estimate of costs for the St. Anne's Drive
special paving assessment project - 1983.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all
declared n the Councilmemberspre
sent. h Mayor
onadoptedand the
motion to defer carried.
A public hearing was held for the
review of the Urban Development Action Grant
Application for the Downtown Hotel on Urban
Renewal Parcel 64-1b. Atty. Robert Downer
appeared and presented a letter of objection
ion
from 5 area businesses, owners,
management regarding the Iowa City Downtown
Hotel project. Moved by Dickson, seconded
by Perret, to accept the letter as part of
record. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council -
members present.
A public hearing was held on the
intention to issue industrial development
revenue bonds for the Mid -City Hotel
Associates -Iowa City project. Atty. Robert Downer appeared. Moved by
seconded by Perret, to again accept the
letter from Atty. Downer as part of record.
The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-155, Bk. 77, pp. 417-423,
PROCEEDING WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF NOT
TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
DEVELOPMENT
BONDST (MID-CITYERCIAL HOTEL ASSOCIATES-IOWAVENUE CITY
PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adwas
opse held on the
A public hearing a
intention to issue industrial revenue bonds
for the Iowa Book & Supply Company Project.
Peter Vanderhoef appeared and requested to
continue the public hearing for four weeks.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to
continue the public hearing until 6/21/83.
The Mayor declared the
l motion
Councilmembers
unanimously, 7/0,
present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Balmer, to
defer until 6/21/83 a resolution to proceed
with the issuance and sale of industrial
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development revenue bonds (Iowa Book and
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. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A public hearing was held on intention
to issue industrial development bonds
(Blooming Prairie Warehouse, Inc.,
Project).
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-156, Bk. 77, pp. 424-428,
TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS
(BLOOMING PRAIRIE WAREHOUSE, INC. PROJECT)
IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $363,000. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted, 6/0/1, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Perret, Balmer, Dickson, Lynch, McDonald,
Neuhauser. Nays: None. Abstaining:
Erdahl.
A public hearing was held on FY83
operating budget amendments.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-157, Bk. 77, p. 429,
AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1983. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
A public hearing was held on the FY83
proposed Capital Projects Fund Budget.
Moved by Erdahl'seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-158, Bk. 77, pp. 430-439,
ADOPTING THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND BUDGET
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1983.
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 Kimball
Road curb and sidwalk repair project.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-159, Bk. 77, P. 440,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUC-
TION OF THE KIMBALL ROAD CURB AND SIDEWALK
REPAIR PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE
RECEIVED JUNE 14, 1983, AT 10:00 A.M.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
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A public hearing was held on plans,
specifications, form of contract, and cost
estimate for the construction of the FY84
Asphalt Resurfacing Project.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer,
to adopt RES. 83-160, Bk. 77, p. 441,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUC-
TION OF THE FY84 RESURFACING PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED
JUNE 14, 1983, AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held to receive
citizen comments concerning the City of Iowa
City's FY84 state transit assistance grant
application for capital and operating funds
in the amount of $164,609 and the City's
FY84 FHWA Section 18 application for funds
in the amount of $60,841.
Michael Waltz, owner of The SpeakEasy,
630 Iowa Avenue, appeared re his letter on
use of public right-of-way for a sign. City
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Mayor Neuhauser announced one vacancy
on the Riverfront Commission for an
unexpired term ending 12/1/83. Lynch
thanked resigning member Howard Sokol for
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service. This appointment will be made at
the 7/5/83 meeting.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson,
to appoint Cindy Parsons, 1131 East
Washington St., to the Resources
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term ending 1/1/86. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret,
to appoint Danel Trevor, 1119 First Ave., to
the Housing Commission for an unexpired term
ending 1/1/86. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Neuhauser raised concern re
enforcement of screening from public view
the junkyard on South Riverside Drive.
Staff will report to Council on the status
of the case pending. Dickson requested an
update on the light on the corner of Sunset
and Highway 1. The City Manager stated it
would be installed during construction.
Jansen notified Council of a
forthcoming memo on Home Town Dairies.
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Neuhauser noted receipt of the letter
from Dr. & Mrs. Rigler re 521 Kirkwood.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to
accept and place on file the letter. The
Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
The recommendation of the Human Rights
Commission noted regarding the City Council
having the City Attorney review the
ordinance revisions suggested by Scott
Nichols, an Assistant Attorney General. The
Commission further recommends the City
Council take.appropriate action as advised
by the City Attorney as soon as possible.
Neuhauser noted the additional
evidence received by Council re the Robert
Rath taxicab driver appeal. Consensus of
Council was to receive the additional
evidence and memo from Asst. City Atty.
Brown. Individual Councilmembers expressed
their views on the revocation and the
appeal. Moved by Balmer, seconded by
Dickson, to uphold the City Manager's
revocation recommendation re taxicab driver
Robert Rath. The Mayor declared the motion
carried, 6/1, with Erdahl voting "no"
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt a resolution authorizing and
directing the solicitation of offers and
receipt of bids to purchase certain land for
private redevelopment, known as Parcel D
located in the Lower Ralston Creek Area of
Iowa City; setting a public hearing for
July 5, 1983, on the proposed sale and
conveyance of said land; and directing the
City Clerk to publish notice of such action.
The Mayor declared the resolution defeated
unanimously, 0/7, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-161, Bk. 77, P. 442,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND SHIVE-
HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES ESTABLISHING DESIGN
FEES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE
BURLINGTON STREET BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT. 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. 83-162, Bk. 77, p. 443,
ESTABLISHING INCOME LIMITS FOR THE IOWA CITY
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HOUSING AUTHORITY, PUBLIC HOUSING PROGRAM.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
AUTHORIZINGto adopt R 3
THE MAYORTB
O REQUEST T 4
HATHUD
CANCEL PROJECT NO. IA05-KO22-00130 UNITS
OF SECTION 8 MODERATE REHABILITATION.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret,
that ORD. 83-3119, Bk. 21, pp. 60-61,
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 passed
and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 83-164, Bk. 77, pp. 445-446,
ESTABLISHING CERTAIN FEES AND CHARGES WITH
RESPECT TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS
FOR TAXICABS AND TAXICAB DRIVERS AND
REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 82-289, re deletion
of temporary driving permits. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
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. 83-3120, Bk.
21, pp. 62-64, AMENDING SECTION 31-10 OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO
ADVANCE THE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR REMOVAL OF
PROHIBITED SURFACE MATERIALS, be voted on
for final passage at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/O, all
Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by McDonald, 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 Dickson,
that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8,
ARTICLE V, OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF
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ORDINANCES (Housing Moving Ord.) be
considered and 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 Dickson,
to adjourn, 9:45 P.M. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
For a more detailed & complete descrip-
tion of Council Activities & Disbursements,
see Office of City Clerk and Finance
De rtment.
/MARY NEUHAUSER
, MAYOR
s DEPUTY CITY CLERK
Submitted for publication
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MAY 24, 1983
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 5/24/83, at 7:30 PM at the Civic Center
Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers
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present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl,
Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: None. Staffinembers present:
Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Knight, Hauer, Kimble, Holderness, Parrott. Council
minutes tape recorded on Tape 83-16, Side 1, 1 -End and Side 2, 1-396.
Moved
ded by
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATIONnFOR ROBERT A tLEE, in'recognitt RES. 8ionlof 32 years of City
service. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted and presented the resolution to Bob
Lee. She expressed personal thanks to Bob for many years of service. Members of
the the Park and Recreation staff present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-147 Bk. 77 P. 401,
RESOLUTION ESTABLSHING A NAME FOR THE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER, "Robert A.
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Lee Community Recreation Center." Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
The Mayor proclaimed May 22-28, 1983, as Public Works Week.
Mayor Neuhauser announced a Presidential Scholar award to Mary K. Bender,
West High School, and offered congratulations. 1
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, 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., 5/3/83 and reg.
Mtgs. of 4/26/83 and 5/10/83, as published, subject to correction, as
recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: City Conference Board -3/28/83,
5/2/83; Housing Appeals Board -4/12/83; Civil Service Comm. -3/26/83;
Broadband Telecommunications Comm
mm . -3/10/83; Human Rights Comm. -4/25/83;
HHistoric Preservation Co. -4/27/83; Committee on Community Needs -5/4/83;
Housing Comm. -5/4/83; Bd. of Library Trustees -4/28/83; Planning & Zoning
Comm. -3/17/83; Riverfront Comm. -4/4/83; Bd. of Adjustment -4/20/83.
Permit motions as recommended by the City Clerk: Approving Class C
Liquor License for Gary Fitzpatrick dba Fitzpatrick's, 525 S. Gilbert
Street. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Pershell
Corp. dba Colonial Bowling Lanes, 2253 Hwy. 218 South. Approving Class C
Liquor License for Spayer & Company, LTD. dba The Airline, 22 South
Clinton.
Motions: To approve disbursements in the amount of $1,822,786.23 for
the period of 4/1/83 through 4/30/83, as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit. To refer the By-laws of the Historic
Preservation Commission to the Rules Committee.
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Setting Public Hearings: RES. 83-148, Bk. 77, p. 402, TO SET A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR 6/7/83 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SALT STORAGE BUILDING, DIRECTING CITY
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING AND DIRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
RES. 83-149, Bk. 77, p. 403, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 7/5/83 ON THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY'S UMTA SECTION 3 APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO
PURCHASE TRANSIT COACHES, SPARE PARTS, AND BUS SHELTERS. To set a public
hearing for 6/7/83 to receive citizen comments concerning the proposed
program statement of colmnunity development objectives and projected use of
$259,000 of 1983 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Jobs Bill funds.
Correspondence: Letters regarding the proposed rezoning of property
at 521 Kirkwood: Mike Ronato, Renee Jensen, Harold Stager, Susan M.
Horowitz, Em Hollender, Evelyn Baumgartner, Jinx Davison, Mary Swander,
Deirdre Castle, Maria S. Hope, Laura Julier, Vicki Grafentin, Helen Raders,
Mickie Wiegand. Dr. Ingeborg Solbrig regarding construction of utility
poles by Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric Company and regarding proposed
rezoning of 521 Kirkwood. Michael Waltz re use of public right-of-way for
a sign, copy of City Mgr's. reply is attached. Dr. William S. Moeller re
motorcycle racing track, a memo from the Parks and Recreation Department
with a copy of the park use permit is attached. Chamber of Commerce
recommending that Dr. Dague of the University of Iowa be employed to study
and recommend an alternative plan for sewerage needs. Becky A. Miller re
opening a street in order to provide access to property on I Street,
referred to the City Engineer. Bob Elliott re special event hcald in
downtown Iowa City, referred to the City Manager for reply.
Application for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Iowa City Striders
for a Mothers Day Run on 5/8/83, approved.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Balloons Over Iowa to sell
balloons as an ambulatory vendor 5/7/83, approved.
Balmer in the Board tuestioned hreference n
ofL braryTrusteesminutesof 4/28.management
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eLibra system,
� mentioned
Director
report to Council on the system and cost. Balmer noted a typo error in the
Planning & Zoning minutes of 3/17, page 3, paragraph 5, reference to parking lot
should read C2 and not M2. Neuhauser noted the starting time of the 1/15
informal Council discussion should read 7:00 a.m. and not 7:00 p.m. The minutes
will be changed accordingly. Perret questioned when Council would be discussing
the recommendation from the Chamber of Commerce to employ Dr. Dague to explore
alternative plans to our sewerage needs. The item will be scheduled for Council
discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings
as set.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to set a public hearing for 6/21/83
on the proposed rezoning of certain property located at 223 South Riverside
Court from RIB to RX The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
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A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of certain property
located at 510 South Clinton Street from R38 to CBS. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of approximately 40
acres located north and east of the intersection of Rochester Avenue and the
proposed First Avenue extended from RIA to RIB and R3. Staffinember Knight noted
receipt of a letter from Atty. John Cruise requesting omission of lots 39, 40,
41, 42, and 43 from R3 rezoning request.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone property at 624 South
Gilbert Street 'from C2 to R3A. Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to
continue the public hearing to the June 7, 1983, Council meeting. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the ORDINANCE 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 considered and given
second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the disposition of vacated Lucas Street right-
of-way located north of Page Street and South of the Chicago, Rock Island and
Pacific Railroad right-of-way. No one appeared.
Moved
ZONING CERAIN
PROPERTY I CATEDI AT 1425oNORTH bDODGE STREETtFROM RIA that the R to C2, beNANCE Econsidered7and
given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/3, with
the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Balmer, Lynch, McDonald,
Neuhauser. Nays: Perret, Dickson, Erdahl.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE TO REZONE
APPROXIMATELY 70 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED NORTH OF HIGHWAY 1 NEAR WILLOW CREEK, be
considered and given second vote for passage. Council requested a letter from
West Side Co. re their position on rezoning and what compatible uses are
contemplated for the area. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion for second consideration
carried.
404-405,�e APPROVING rTHEseconded
PRELIMINARYD AND dFINALto adLARGERES.
SCALE 1NON-RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN OF BLOOMING PRAIRIE WAREHOUSE, INC. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted, 6/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret, Balmer, Dickson. Nays: None. Abstentions:
Erdahl. Council requested Planning & Zoning minutes be received by Council
before action is taken on items discussed.
Moved by Balmerseconded by Perret, to defer until 6/7/83 a resolution
approving the preliminary plat of Court Hill, Part 16. Bruce Glasgow appeared
requesting two week delay. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-151, Bk. 77, pp.
406-407, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF ASPEN LAKE,
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PART 2. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous
The Mayor declared the resolution adootnd , 7/0, all Councilmembers ornco +
Moved by almer
408, APPROVING BTHE AMENDMENT dTOyTHE OFINAL SUBDIVIonald, to SIONE PLAT OF2WgBk TER57FIR57
ADDITION TO IOWq CITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0 all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-153, Bk. 77
408-410, APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF LOT 31, STREB'S SECOND
ADDITION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-154, Bk. 77
411-412, REMOVING A RESTRICTION ON LOT 31, STREB S SECOND ADDITION. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted, 6/0/1, with the following
vote: Ayes: Neuhauser, Perret Balmer Dickson, Erdahl, division
McDonald. Na still call
i Abstaining: Lynch. '
Y None.
A public hearing was held on resolution of necessityfor St.
special assessment project - 1983. Moved by Perret
j continue the Anne's Drive
unanimous) Public hearing until 6/7/83. The Mayor declared secondthe ed tmotion kcarried
Y. 7/0, all Councilmembers present. -
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt
413-416, RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION
OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING RES. 83-154A, Bk. 77
ON
1983, and to defer consideration until 6/7/83 orn resol�tio�T directing
preparation of detailed Plans and specifications, form of contract and notice to
bresolution idders on the St. Anne's Drive special paving assessment project - 1983 and a
and notice r ebidderstls,f approving plans, specifications, and form of contract
Publish notice and fixing a date oor receiviunt of ng same,id and for and ordering clerk to
Plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of costsforthe St. Anne's
Drive special Public hearing on
unanimous, 7/0 pall Councilmemberssessment s present. The Mayor f declared the call vote
resolution
adopted and the motion to defer carried.
A public hearing was held for the review of the Urban Development Action
Grant Application for the Downtown Hotel on Urban Renewal Parcel 64-1b.
Atty.
Robert Downer appeared and presented a letter of
businesses, owners, and management regarding objection from'5 area
wa CitDownwn
Project. Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret to accept he letter as partHotel
record. The Mayor declared the motion carried u
Councilmembers present. nanimously, 7/0all
A public hearing was held on the intention to issue industrial development
revenue bonds for the Mid -City Hotel Associates -Iowa City project. Atty.
ert
Downer appeared. Moved by McDonald, seconded b
the
letter from Atty. Downer as Y Perret, to again thmo tion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers recorPresent, d. The Mayor declared the motion
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Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-155, Bk. 77, pp.
417-423, PROCEEDING WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (MID -CITY
HOTEL ASSOCIATES -IOWA CITY PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. 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 industrial revenue
bonds for the Iowa Book & Supply Company Project. Peter Vanderhoef appeared and
requested to continue the public hearing for four weeks. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Dickson, to continue the public hearing until 6/21/83. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Balmer, to defer until 6/21/83 a resolution to
proceed with the issuance and sale of industrial development revenue bonds (Iowa
Book and 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. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on intention to issue industrial development
bonds (Blooming Prairie Warehouse, Inc., Project). No one appeared.
seconded
424-428',eTObPROCEED WITH THE ISSUANCE ANDSSAL'to E OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOt RES. PMENT REVENUE
BONDS (BLOOMING PRAIRIE WAREHOUSE, INC. PROJECT) IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $363,000. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted,
6/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Perret, Balmer,
Dickson, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser. Nays: None. Abstaining: Erdahl.
A public hearing was held.on FY83 operating budget amendments. Staffinember
Kimble present for discussion.
Moved
by
AMENDING THE BCURRENTSeBUDGET bFDicksoncORTHE �FISCALto P YEAR ENDING JUNE? 30, 1983
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the FY83 proposed Capital Projects Fund
Budget. No one appeared.
Moved dOStt RES. B7IN430-439ADOTING THE CAPITAL PRJECTSFUND BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 1983. 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 Kimball Road curb and sidwalk repair
project. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-159, Bk. 77, p.
440, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE KIMBALL ROAD CURB AND SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED JUNE 14, 1983, AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll
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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 FY84 Asphalt Resurfacing Project. No
one appeared.
Moved
seconded
441, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRAr to CT AND SCOST ESTIMATE FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FY84 RESURFACING PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED
JUNE 14, 1983, AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
of
A Public hearing was held to•receive citizen comments concerning the City
operatIowa
the amO ntstate sOf $164,609it candrthe Cti ant y'saFtion for Y84 FHWAcSectil and
application for funds in the amount of $60,841. No one appeared. on 18
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letterlionause Waltz,
public neright-of-way eforaaysign. City Manage630 Iowa r will rept
staff review.appeared re his i
i y after
Mayor Neuhauser announced one vacancy on the Riverfront Commission for an
unexpired term ending 12/l/83. Lynch thanked resigning member Howard Sokol for
service. This appointment will be made at the 7/5/83 meeting.
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Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Cindy Parsons, 1131 East
Washington St., to the Resources Conservation Commission for an unexpired term
ending 7/1/86. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
Councilmembers present. 7/0 all
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Perret, to appoint Danel Trevor, 1119 First
Ave., to the Housing Commission for an unexpired term ending 1/1/86. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Neuhauser raised concern re enforcement of screening from public view the
Junkyard on South Riverside Drive. Staff will report to Council on the status
of the case pending, Dickson requested an update on the light on the corner of
Sunset and Highway 1. The City Manager stated it would be installed during
construction.
Jansen notified Council of a forthcoming memo on Home Town Dairies.
Neuhauser
t of
Kirkwood. MovedbyDickson, seconded by letter
to accept and place onrfre 521
ile the
letter. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0 all
Councilmembers present.
The recommendation of the Human Rights Commission noted regarding the City
Council having the City Attorney review the ordinance revisions suggested by
Scott Nichols, an Assistant Attorney General. The Commission further recommends
the City Council take appropriate action as advised by the City Attorney as soon
as possible.
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Neuhauser noted the additional evidence received by Council re the Robert
Rath taxicab driver appeal. Consensus of Council was to receive the additional
evidence and memo from Asst. City Atty. Brown. Individual Councilmembers
expressed their views on the revocation and the appeal. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Dickson, to uphold the City Manager's revocation recommendation re
taxicab driver Robert Rath. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with
Erdahl voting "no".
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt a resolution authorizing and
directing the solicitation of offers and receipt of bids to purchase certain
land for private redevelopment, known as Parcel 0 located in the Lower Ralston
Creek Area of Iowa City; setting a public hearing for July 5, 1983, on the
proposed sale and conveyance of said land; and directing the City Clerk to
publish notice of such action. The Mayor declared the resolution defeated
unanimously, 0/7, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-161, Bk. 77, p.
442, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT To
AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES
ESTABLISHING DESIGN FEES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE BURLINGTON STREET
BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
ESTABLISHINGyINCOMEILIMITSnFOR T E IOWA CITY HOUSINGEAUTNORITY, PUBL C ' HOU44NG
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PROGRAM. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous7/0
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted., , all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-163, Bk. 77, p. 444,
AUTHOROF IZING THE MAYOR TO REQUEST THAT HUD CANCEL PROJECT NO. IAO5-KO22-001, 30
. Affirmative roll
unanimous, us, 7/0,ION 8 all CouunncElmembeTE rsHpresentTIOThe Mayor declared the rcall esolution
adopted.
Mov
seconded
AMENDINGBCHAPTERd351OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ARTICLEt ORD. 3II,ITAXI ABS, BY DE60-61
LETING
THEREFROM THE AUTHORITY CONFERRED UPON THE CITY CLERK TO ISSUE A TEMPORARY
DRIVING PERMIT TO TAXICAB DRIVERS, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
Moved
seconded
446, ESTABLISHING CERTAIN FEES AND CHARGES WITH to RESPECT TO THE t RES ADMINI 77, pp.
OF
REGULre ATIONS FOR TAXICABS AND TAXICAB DRIVERS AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 82-
oll call vote
unanimous, 7/0,oall C u cn of ilmembersipresent present.
The Mayor �declaredrmativerthe resolution
adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the rule requiring that
ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
secondtconsideration andwhich
vote be waivedbandfinally
ORD5583 3120 suspended, k 2, pp. 2e
64, AMENDING SECTION 31-10 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO
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ADVANCE THE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR REMOVAL OF PROHIBITED SURFACE MATERIALS, be voted
on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, 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 Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER
8, ARTICLE V, OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES (Housing Moving Ord.) be
considered and 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 Dickson, to adjourn, 9:45 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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The cost of publishing the following
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Cumulative cost for this calendar year for
said publication is $
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.
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
I 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:
j Approving Special Class C Beer -Wine
j License and Sunday Sales for Canton
House, •713-715 S. Riverside Drive,
Approving Class C Beer Permit and
Sunday Sales for Iowa City Kum & Go
0222, 531 S. Riverside Drive.
Approving Class C Beer Permit and
j Sunday Sales for Peoples Drug, 2425
Muscatine Avenue. Approving Class C
I Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for
Pester Marketing Company, 606 S.
Riverside Drive. Approving Class C
Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for
Walgreens, 1646 Sycamore. Approving
Class B Liquor License and Sunday
Sales for 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
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oIXTEEN TO THE CODE OF ORDINANLLa 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 C014PANY 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 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 iversity
BaptistuChurch ic Gtounhave aUnVacation
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.
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June 7, 1983 to set a public hearing for 7/5/83 on the
Page Three 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.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer,
that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 510 SOUTH CLINTON
1 STREET FROM R3B TO CBS, 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 Dickson,
to defer for two weeks consideration of an
i 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,
s 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.
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 R1A 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
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June 7, 1983 Willow Creek. Councilmember
Page Four requested a letter be sent by the rdahl City
Attorney LO 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. Councilmembers 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
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appeared. Atty. Joseph Holland,
representing James d Loretta Clark,
appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynchto
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DIISPOSER OF CERTAIN' PROPERTY KNOWN4 , 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.
specifications, iic hformnOfwas held contract,oandlcost
estimate for the construction of the Salt
Storage Building.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Perret,
to adopt RES.APPROVING PLANS,B 3-170SPECIFICATIONS, FORM P. SOF
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
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June 7, 1983 The following people appeared: Bob and
Page Five Martha Bross, 846 St. Anne's Drive and
Bernard Yeggy, 1525 Prairie du Chien.
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. 83-171Bk. 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
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Page Six 26 E. Market, MYEP Summer Youth Corps and
9 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
i allocation of $100,000 to the Emergency
! Housing Project. (3) CCN recommends the
allocation of $31,500 to the Goodwill
i' 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"
I 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
i the NSA Exterior Paint Program and
recommends that the 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
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June 7, 1983 Dickson requested that the Transit fare
Page Seven 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 by McDonald, seconded by
Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-173, Bk. 77, P.
458, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
THE CONTRACT FOR THE BENTON STREET BRIDGE
REPAIR PROJECT TO CRAMER BROTHERS
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF DES MOINES, IOWA,
j 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 by Lynch, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-174, Bk. 77, pp. 459-464,
i AUTHORIZING THE 14AYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-
HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES TO UPDATE THE FLOOD
INSURANCE RATE MAPS AND FLOOD BOUNDARY AND
FLOODWAY MAPS. 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, pp. 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 unanimous, 7/0, all
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Cour..,lmembers present. The Mayor deL,dred
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the motion carried. Moved b 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,
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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
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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). 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.
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June 7, 1983 all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
Page Nine 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 I, 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.
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
AMENDING
ORD. 83-3124, Bk. 21, pp.
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 unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. Moved by
Erdahl'seconded by McDonald, 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 Dickson, seconded by Balmer,
to adjourn 9:40 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 Clerks/MAREUHFlUSER, M AYE O�
s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERKG0"J
Submitted on 6/17/83.
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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 recommendations M in the d, seconded by r
Consent Calendar be received, or approved, ret, that the lfollowin
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 Zoning Commary -4/7/83 Trustees-
;Bd. of Au 4/14/ 383CommitteeonCommunitylNeedsP5/11/83 &
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
City Kum & Go #222, 531 S. Riverside Drive. Approving Class C Beer Permit
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.
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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
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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
j 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
f 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 proposedrezoning 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
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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 , seconded by McDonald, that
almer
66, VACATINGyABPORTION OF LUCAS STREET RIGHT-OF-WAYRD. LOCATED NORTH OF PA83-3121, Bk. GEPSTREET
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.
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69, REZONINGyCERTAINIPROPERTYdLOCATED AT 1425that NORTHRD. 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
Development ywithin the Co.. , appeared airport rimpact clearzone.
delay rles and Barker,
partner letter the
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.
Mov
d by
450, APPROVING MGTHEa PRELIMINARY AND Balmer, to FINAL SUBDIVISIONS PLAT OFt RS. 83-168 G EBk EN 7LANDS
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
seconded
TO DISPOSE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWNch, to ASTHE CITYtPIPEYARD TO9JAMES AND LOR4ETTA
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 seconded b
452, APPROVING PLANS SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACto T ANDSCOST ES7TIMATE 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
MarthalBross, 846Assessment
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g re at 1/3 costdtocthe abutting
Mayor announced the
financed by the City. No property owners would be assessedounless n heir
property abutted the street.
ed
seconded
453-456,, RESOLUTION OF NECESSITYbWITHckson, to RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THEBRESOLUTION
OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT
PROJECT - 1983, as amended. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/O, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the amended resolution adopted.
Moved bBalmer, seconde
DIRECTING PREPARATION OF DETAILED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONSto adot RES, 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 byDickson, to defer consideration of a
resolution ordering bids, approving pians, specifications, and form of contract
and notice to bidders, fixing amount of bid security and ordering Clerk to
t
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 Pe etone
Cress, Willow Creek Neighborhood Center; Fr. Henry�Greiner,,r220 E �Jand Pe
effersony
Emergency Housing Project; Karen Hradek, 924 Hudson
petition re Miller/Hudson Neighborhood, Pe Presented letter and
Bromsen, 26 E. Market, MYEP Summer Youth Peg McElroy,
IndependentM. eLiving Jesse
Employment Program. John Watson, 403 Elmrid e9 "Leaf"
Staffinember Hencin and CCN Chair Mickey Lauria present fordiscussion. Industries.
agreed to begin the process for designation of Hudson, Orchard, W. Benton, and
the Miller area as a Neighborhood Strategy
Perret, to accept and place on file the etters from vl ubs BrowDickson,
Edseconded ward Ha thy
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 oo, 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
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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
Planning and Zoning Commission and
3/1/84 on the Airport Commission.
7/19/83 meeting of the City Council.
for an unexpired term ending 5/1/85 on the
one vacancy for an unexpired term ending
These appointments will be made at the
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 by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-173, Bk. 77, p.
458, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK 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 by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-174, Bk. 77, pp. 459-
464, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST 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 work 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, pp.
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
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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.
474-478,IeTObPROCEED 1WITHeTHEded ISSUANCEImer, to AND SALE OF HOSPITAL FACt RES. ILITY 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
Dickson
seconded
Erda
UNCLASSIFIED ySALARIES�AND COMPENSATIONhFOR FISCAL YEAR 19847Bto adot RES. EBk. 77GINNI G, JULY91,
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.
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ordinances must be considered and bvoted0onafor that the
prior to the meetingrule requiring that
first and second cosideration) and vote be s to be finally
passed
that ORD. at two Council meetings
PP- 7274, AMENDING CHAPTER 10 OF THE CODE OwaivedF ORDINANCES a be suspeON nded, that the
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THE LIMITATION ON CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS PROVISIONAffirmative
REGULATIONSEXCEPT
DELETING
unanimous, 7/O all Councilmembers Affirmative rollEcalj vote
McDonald, that the ordinance be finally Moved b
cal l vote unanimous Y adopted at this timerdagffirmative dedobj
ordinance adopted. 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Balmer,
declared the motion carried unanimous)
to adjourn 9:40 p, m, The Mayor
Y. 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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June 21, 1983
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 6/21/83, at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl
(7:32 P.M.), Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: none. Staffinembers
present: Berlin, Helling, Hansen, Holderness, Franklin, Mintle, Karr. Council
minutes tape recorded on Tape 83-16, Side 2, 396 -End, and Tape 83-18, Side 1, 1-
183.
The Mayor noted receipt of the letter from Ecumenical Towers re noise at
Gabe's Bar in their beer garden. Moved by Lynch, seconded by McDonald, that the
following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or
approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions, reg. mtg. 5/24/83 and 6/7/83, as
published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Resources Conservation Comm.-
' 5/17/83; Historic Preservation Comm. -5/11/83; Planning & Zoning Comm.-
4/21/83, 5/5/83, 5/19/83 & 6/8/83.
Permit motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk:
Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Roy L. Chopek,
Post #17 dba The American Legion Post #17, 3016 American Legion Road.
Approving Class C Beer Permit for Mervin F. Rotter dba Whiteway Super
Market, 212 S. Clinton. Approving Class C Liquor License for David L.
Alberhasky dba Dave's Foxhead Tavern, 402 E. Market. Approving Class C i
Liquor License for EECH, Inc. dba Gabe's, 330 E. Washington. Approving
Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Keith W. Dempster dba The Mill
Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday
Sales for Diamond Dave's Taco Co. Inc. dba Diamond Dave's Taco Co. Inc.,
Old Capitol Center #279. Approving Class C Liquor License for Iowa City
Aerie #695 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles dba Iowa City Aerie #695 of the
Fraternal Order of Eagles, 225 Hwy. 1 SW. Approving Class C Liquor License
for Copper Dollar of Iowa City, Iowa, dba Copper Dollar, 211 Iowa Avenue.
Approving Class C Beer Permit for Drug Fair, Inc. dba Peoples Drug, 1212 E.
Washington.RES. 83-182, Bk. 78, pp, 493-496, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMITS.
RES. 83-183, Bk. 78, P. 497, ISSUING DANCING PERMITS.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $1,448,663.21 for
the period of May 7 through May 31, 7983, as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit. Authorizing the City Engineer to sign an
application for use of highway right-of-way for utilities accommodation to
Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Company to
provide
proposed Millard Warehouse Building on Highway #6,East. Authorizing the
City Engineer to sign an application for utilities accommodation to
Northwestern Bell Telephone Company for the Melrose Avenue and relocated
Highway 218 area.
RES. 83-184 Bk. 78, P. 498, ACCEPTING THE
AND STORM EWER IMPROVEMENTS IN WALDEN WOOD, PARTORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER
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Correspondence: Johnson County Auditor re the selection of new
members for the County Compensation Board, requesting that the Council
appoint a representative to a convention where these new members for the
Compensation Board will be selected. Johnson County Auditor re question of
whether the Mayor may be appointed to the convention. John Faselt and
Thomas Fries re sidewalk in the 600 block of East Washington, copy of reply
attached. Johnson County Advisory Board to HACAP requesting that the
Council appoint a representative to the Board. Mrs. Herbert Michael re
raises for the council members. Richard F. Hansen, of Hansen Lind Meyer,
re the Iowa City Airport, referred to the City Manager for reply. Della
Grizel re Congregate Meals. Patrick Gilpin re property at 521 Kirkwood,
letter previously furnished to Council and is being placed on the agenda
for official receipt. Barry and Gillian Rittman re the proposed rezoning
of property at 521 Kirkwood. Memo from the Human Rights Commission re
amendments to Chapter 18 of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City, referred
to the City Attorney. Memos from the Traffic Engr. re parking on Gilbert
Street north of Bloomington and "No Parking Here to Corner" sign on
Jefferson at Gilbert. Letter from residents of Wheaton Road re the
rezoning of the eastern side of Wheaton Road. Ecumenical Towers re noise
in Gabe's beer garden.
Applications for use of streets and public grounds: Good News Bible
Church for use of Blackhawk Minipark on 7/9, 7/16, 7/23 and 7/30/83,
approved. Iowa City Striders to have a Sun Run III, 6/11/83, approved.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Women's International
League for Peace and Freedom for a Peace Fair pm 6/12/83, approved.
The Mayor announced that several items had been discussed at the informal
session as follows: a reply will be sent to Della Grizel re Congregate Meals;
consensus of the Council was to appoint Mayor Neuhauser as the representative to
the County Compensation Board; Council agreed not to appoint a representative to
the HACAP Board as a matter of policy stating that no representative would be
appointed to an organization soliciting funds from the City; Hansen letter re
Airport will be replied to. The Mayor inquired as to the procedure re the Gilpin
ltr. on 521 Kirkwood. Staffinember Franklin present for discussion. The matter
will be scheduled for informal discussion re the request to rezone to R2. The
neighbors will be notified. The Mayor inquired on the status of the memo from
the Human Rights Commission. City Atty. Jansen replied he was working on the
matter. A special Council meeting will be held Monday, June 27th, re the
Wheaton Road residents' request for rezoning. The Mayor noted the letter from
Ecumenical Towers re Gabe's and questioned the procedure for licensing beer
gardens. City Atty. will respond re procedure. Lynch requested a report from
the Police Chief re excessive noise or disturbances in violation of the noise
ord. from Gabe's beer garden. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion to adopt the Consent
Calendar carried.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of certain property
located at 223 S. Riverside Court from RIB to R3A. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-185, Bk. 78, p. 499,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF ROLLING VIEW ACRES
LOCATED APPROXIMATELY TWO MILES NORTH OF IOWA CITY ON COUNTY ROAD F8W.
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Staffinember Franklin announced the question re legal papers had been resolved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
f� Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-186, Bk. 78, p.
500, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF WINDSOR HEIGHTS
SIXTH ADDITION. The Mayor reviewed previous discussion re the subdivision and
stated even though no formal agreement had been made when the subdivision was
originally platted in 1978, the applicant deferred the matter at the City's
request, and felt that it would have been approved at that time. Councilmember
Dickson stated that the City is much more aware of sewer problems in that area
now then previously and that she would not vote favorably. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted, 4/3, with the following division of roll call vote:
Ayes: Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Balmer. Nays: Erdahl, Perret, Dickson.
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-187, Bk. 78, pp.
501-502, ADOPTING A DEVELOPMENTAL POLICY FOR THE EAST AND NORTHEAST PORTIONS OF
IOWA CITY. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views on the policy.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
The Mayor reiterated discussion at the informal session re the rezoning of
property at 624 S. Gilbert Street, and requested the City explore agreements
that the development of the property would be safe and would protect the City
from liability. Moved by Perret, seconded by Dickson, to defer for two weeks
consideration of an ordinance rezoning property at 624 S. Gilbert Street from C2
to R3A. The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF ROCHESTER AVENUE AND EAST OF THE PROPOSED FIRST AVENUE
EXTENDED FROM RIA TO R1B, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, that the ORDINANCE REZONING A
PORTION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWN AS FIRST AND ROCHESTER ADDITION FROM R1B TO
R3, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 510 S. CLINTON STREET FROM R3B TO CBS, be given second vote
for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Bruce Glasgow, 834 N. Johnson, appeared re development on the north end of
Iowa City and urged completion of Foster Road from Dubuque to Prairie du Chien.
The City Manager announced that a report of the status and schedule for
completion will be prepared for Council.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Charles Drum, 308 Kimball
Rd., Nancy Willis, 333 Magowan, and Richard Pegnetter, 330 Park Rd., to the
Board of Library Trustees for six year terms ending 7/1/89. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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The Mayor announced that no applications had been received for the United
Action for Youth Board one year vacancy and the position would be readvertised.
Councilmember McDonald questioned the work by Northwestern Bell in
relationship to work on the Benton Street. Bridge.
Councilmember McDonald noted the memo from Asst. City Engr. Gannon re work
on Burlington/Grand/Byington by Northwestern Bell and questioned the closure of
additional streets with work on the Benton Street Bridge already in progress.
The City Manager stated he did not think the projects overlapped but would
report on scheduling of the project to Council. Mayor Neuhauser reported that
the request to the FAA re the Airport Grant was nearly completed and should be
mailed by the end of the week. City Atty. Jansen stated the report revolved
around the 1964 agreement re airport area land use and was to serve two
purposes, resolve the problem with FAA and act as a presentation to
Congressional representatives if desired. The Mayor questioned the eight foot
width for the Rocky Shore Bikeway and asked if it could be made narrower. Staff
will report. Mayor Neuhauser asked the status of the Central Junior High issue.
City Atty. Jansen replied that he and School Board Atty. Cruise were working out
a draft of the escrow agreement for presentation to their respective bodies.
The Mayor asked when Council could discuss Project Hard Times, free bus fare for
unemployed. The City Manager requested the matter be discussed in two weeks,
after the Transit Manager returns. The Mayor reported on the appeals of the
Iowa -Illinois rate increase in regards to the League of Women Voters. She also
announced that the task force on liquor control laws had requested testimony at
their July 14th hearing. The task force is particularly interested in hearing
how local authorities are spending the liquor proceeds but also will be
discussing enforcement and procedure. The Mayor requested any ideas be
submitted to her for presentation at the hearing. Councilmember Balmer inquired
who would be attending the State Water Quality meeting in August. The Mayor
announced she would attend. Lynch requested an update of the hotel project.
The City Manager stated a status report would be in Friday's packet. Balmer
reminded Councilmembers of a JCCOG Board of Directors meeting Wednesday at 4:30
and urged Councilmembers to attend. Balmer inquired when the Council would be
discussing the water billing procedure. The City Manager reported on a meeting
with the apartment owners and stated a tentative agreement had been reached.
Finance Director Vitosh is preparing a draft of changes and will be to Council
in a week or two. Neuhauser announced that the Cable TV Bill had passed the
Senate unchanged, minus the amendments suggested. Asst. City Manager Helling
reported that the bill decontrolled any municipal control, put the burden on the
municipalities to show why a franchise was not renewed rather than the cable
company making a case for renewal, and removes rate control from the
municipalities. The matter is not scheduled for consideration in the House yet.
A public hearing was held on the intention to issue industrial revenue
bonds for the Iowa Book and Supply Company Project. No one appeared.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt 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 noted receipt of a letter from the applicant stating that the bonds
were no longer needed. The Mayor declared the resolution defeated unanimously,
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-188, Bk. 78, p.
503, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST THE CONTRACT FOR THE FY84 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT TO L.L. PELLING
COMPANY, INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, for $288,080.75. The Mayor reported on a
phone from a ctive
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ConsensuslOf Col 1 wasot eproceed.�dAffirmativetroll call ing votethe roject unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
, seconded by Lynch to adopt
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AWARDINGeCONTRACTmAND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGNR89AND THE IC TY CLERK TOPATT504,
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THE CONTRACT FOR THE KIMBALL ROAD CURB AND SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT TO WOLF
CONSTRUCTION, INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-190, Bk. 78, pp. 505-
508, CANCELLING TEMPORARY STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT RELATING TO REGENCY
GARDENS, PARTS I THROUGH IV. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 83-191, Bk. 78, p
509, AUTHORIZING FILING OF THE 1983 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT JOBS BILL
PROGRAM STATEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $259,000 UNDER TITLE I OF PUBLIC LAW 98-8
(THE JOBS BILL) AND THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974, AS
AMENDED, INCLUDING ALL UNDERSTANDINGS AND ASSURANCES THEREIN AND DESIGNATING
THE CITY MANAGER AS THE AUTHORIZED CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FOR THE GRANT. The
Mayor read each agency and their allocation. 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. 83-192, Bk. 78, pp.
510-513, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT, deleting the
contract authority and reducing budget authority to $7,053 (dollars expended).
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 83-193, Bk. 78, p. 514,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO MAKE APPLICATION TO
THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR 25 FAMILY UNITS UNDER THE
SECTION 8 EXISTING HOUSING PROGRAM. 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. 83-194, Bk. 78, pp. 515-
517, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY FOR THE LIBRARY SERVICE TO RURAL JOHNSON
BoarY. Council of Supervisors n the future negotiations w and the
and that sufficientnoticeemustnbel
dreceived
prior to budget decisions. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-195, Bk. 78, pp, 518-
520, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SIXTH
RENEWAL OF A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY FOR TRANSIT
SERVICES, SEATS. Councilmembers felt that it was a good contract based on
actual usage rather than flat amount as in the past. Affirmative roll call vote
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unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-196, Bk. 78, pp.
521-524, ESTABLISHING AN FY84 CLASSIFICATION/COMPENSATION PLAN FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES, increase of 5%. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resoultion adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-197, Bk. 78, pp.
525-526, ESTABLISHING AN FY84 CLASSIFICATION/COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CONFIDENTIAL
EMPLOYEES, increase of 6% (5% to top step). Erdahl requested a discussion of
the confidential study be scheduled for the next informal. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, that the following resolutions in
Bk. 78, be adopted: RES. 83-198, p. 527, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE
CONTRACT FOR YOUTH SERVICES IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH THE BIG BROTHERS/BIG
SISTERS PROGRAM IN JOHNSON COUNTY, for $19,910; RES. 83-199, p. 528, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE IN THE IOWA CITY AREA
WITH THE IOWA CITY CRISIS INTERVENTION CENTER, for $15,063; RES. 83-200, p. 529,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH THE
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT, for $8,250; RES. 83-201, P. 530, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR ELDERLY SERVICES IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH THE
ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY OF JOHNSON COUNTY, for $23,500 (contingency funds
possible at a later date); RES 83-202, p. 531, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
A CONTRACT FOR NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH THE HAWKEYE AREA
COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. for $2,000; RES. 83-203, p. 532, AUTHORIZING THE
✓ MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR YOUTH SERVICES IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH THE
MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM, for $25,000; RES. 83-204, p. 533, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH THE RAPE VICTIM
ADVOCACY PROGRAM, for $8,969; RES. 83-205, p. 534, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR YOUTH SERVICES IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH UNITED ACTION
FOR YOUTH, for $35,000; RES. 83-206, p. 535, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A
CONTRACT FOR NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES IN THE IOWA CITY AREA WITH WILLOW CREEK
NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, for $7,070. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolutions adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 83-207, Bk. 78, pp. 536-
543, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES, in the amount of $36,000.
Councilmember Lynch reported that the Wastewater Study Committee highly
recommended approval of this agreement. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted
Moved by Lynch, seconded by
AMENDING CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE V,
moving ordinance, be passed and
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Dickson, that ORD. 83-3126, Bk. 21, pp. 77-85,
OF THE IOWA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, the house
adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn 8:55 P. M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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MKIAn KARR, CITY CLERK
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