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Informal Council Discussion
August 15, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: August 15, 1983, at 7:30 P. m., in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Neuhauser, Perret,
McDonald. Absent: Lynch.
Staffinembers Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Boothroy, Vitosh,
Heaton, McGonagle, Hauer.
Others Present: Jim Harris, Sandy Eskin, Norm Bailey.
Tape-recorded: Reel 83-22, Side 2, N358 -End and Reel 83-27, Side 1, N1
through End.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn to executive session
under Section 28A.5b, to discuss strategy with Council in matters that are
presently in litigation or where litigation is eminent where disclosure
would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the 'position of the
government body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Lynch absent.
Council returned to open session.
PLANNING & ZONING:
Sunset Street and Frontage Road Vacation. Boothroy explained that this
concerned small strips of right-of-way.
Zero Lot Line Amendment. Boothroy said that the Council will receive
Planning & Zoning Commission minutes before the public hearing.
Rezonin at Intersection of Gilbert and Prentiss C2 to R3A. Boothroy
said that this rezoning to R3A is a result of the amended request from the
applicant.
Rezoning 522 South Dubuque Street, C2 to R3B. Boothroy said that some
Planning & Zoning Commissioners felt the property should be developed for
mixed commercial and residential.
Rezonin of First Avenue and Muscatine Area CH to C2. Two letters from
area property owners have been received protesting the rezoning but that
probably does not equal 20 percent of the residents. Boothroy said that
there are currently no highway commercial uses in that area. This was
initiated by an area property owner who got the support of other property
owners.
Sign Provisions. No discussion.
Rezoning of 521 Kirkwood, M2 to R2. Boothroy reviewed the request by the
property owner. to R3 and by the neighbors to R2. R3 is a better transition
zone but that request was withdrawn and only the R2 request remains as an
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Rezoning of Lots 22-24 Westgate
fothis proposal. Addition. No protest has been received
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Board of Adjustment Powers. No discussion.
Vacation of Alle Ri ht-of-Wa Abuttin 522 South Dubuque. Boothroy
explained that the alley is technically independent from the rezoning in
item D. The alley is not usable from the City's point of view.
Vacation of Alle Ri ht-of-Wa Between Valle and Lincoln Avenues. No
discussion.
Dean Oakes Third Addition. This matter was deferred.
MHardjng s First Addition. Boothroy explained that this is a four lot
rural subdivision along Rochester. The developer is providing for
stormwater management. There are no internal lots in the development.
Additional right-of-way is being dedicated to anticipate future develop-
ment.
First Avenue and Rochester. Boothroy said that development is in two
parts because of the size of the development. He showed details on the
map. Bluffwood•Circle will be public while Bluffwood Lane is private. A
repi sresentative Of f from h avy truckhe construction traffic and improvements have already startedthe area
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MacBride a Addition• There is one minor difference in this plot from the
previous one, Boothroy said that the property is accessed to Benton
Street. All lots are platted and parkland is included.
Woodlawn and Vall
iev Estates. Boothroy said that this area is under the
nterJunsdicational _ agreement between Iowa City and Coralville.
Planning & Zoning was concerned about access. Boothroy showed details on
a map. . This is a recommendation only that would be forwarded to
Coralville for consideration. Perret expressed concern about the steep
topography. A member of the construction firm explained that the access
in question would not be a private access. Perret suggested adding the
word "steep" between single, and "access" to demonstrate the Council's
concern.
Countv Rezoning South of the Airport. This would be a recommendation to
the Johnson County Board of Supervisors that the rezoning request to
commercial be denied. Erdahl recommended forwarding Planning & Zoning
Committee's report to the Board of Directors.
Blackhawk Mini -Park Sale to McDonald's. The Mayor said that several
tems will not be d scussed at tonight's informal meeting including the
sale of Blackhawk Mini -Park to McDonald's. Perret said that he would like
to go on record as being opposed to the sale. Neuhauser said that the
matter should not be discussed until it is on the agenda.
Old Brick. Jim Harris explained that there was insufficient time to meet
deadlines for the first round of grants and the second round of grants
will be targeted. Perret expressed his support for the City involvement.
Berlin said staff will prepare a response for the Council.
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Central Junior High. A citizen questioned whether parking is a suitable
public purpose. Jansen said that two years is just the minimal period
that the property must serve the public purpose but it would probably last
much longer. Neuhauser said that the City would have no power after the
two year period except through zoning. Any new use would have to conform
to the zoning. Erdahl said that the two year period seems too short but he
is pleased overall with the agreement. The public purpose position is not
limited to parking. Neuhauser said that the School Board must either
accept the highest bid or reject all bids for the property. Jansen said
that any use except clear space would require off-street parking.
Neuhauser said that merely providing minimum legal parking spaces for
apartments would not necessarily fulfill the public purpose. The whole
block would yield in excess of 300 parking spaces while the one space for
every 2,000 square feet would yield about 50 spaces. Jansen noted that
the parking must be in addition to that required by Iowa City ordinances
to qualify as a public purpose. A citizen said that because of the tight
housing situation in Iowa City, an apartment complex could be in the
public purpose. Jim Harris said that 51 parking spaces would use about
15,000 square feet. Erdahl stressed that because of the potential
difference between the $50,000 and ten percent of the sale price, the
Council must be sure that public purpose provision is- satifactorily
fulfilled. Neuhauser said that another potential public use'is difficult
to realistically name. Jansen reminded the Council that the entire
agreement is a compromise. Neuhauser requested staff report on the issue
of square footage requirements at tomorrow night's formal meeting.
Rent Control Petition.. Jansen said that the first round of petitions
found many insufficient signatures for various reasons. The petitioners
can file a notice to amend the petition to add signatures to reach the
2,400 required. The supplementary petitions must be filed by August 24.
The City Clerk has, five days to certify the supplementary petitions. On
August 30 the .Council can set the public hearing which could be held
September 13 and then the vote could be held September 27, permitting it
to go to the auditor by the September 29th deadline if it were not
adopted. Jansen stated that the public hearing could be lengthy and
suggested having the public hearing on a night without a formal Council
meeting. Jansen explained that signatures must be verified by comparing
them with the August 26th voting list which may not provide sufficient
time to verify the signatures before setting the public hearing. The
entire supplementary petitions submitted must be verified. Karr and
Jansen explained that supplementary petitions must be certified within
five calendar days of its submission and could require working on the
weekend. Neuhauser said that if extra help is needed for the
certification process Karr should get -the extra part-time help.
Water BillingProcedures. Vitosh explained the three major changes in
the water b l ung procedures. First, the City will not use property tax
liens to collect unpaid tenant bills if the owner/manager has fully
cooperated with the City in providing information on forwarding addresses
for former tenants. Second, the City will not longer transfer unpaid
account balances to current active accounts. Third, the City will not
require payment of an unpaid tenant's bill on a shut-off account before
providing water service for a new tenant. Norm Bailey said that his group
supports the changes. Vitosh said bad debts will be minimized through
tracking forwarding addresses and considering a collection agency.
Vitosh explained the current delinquent billing process and the proposed
advanced payment procedure. The current $50 deposit procedure often
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doesn't cover delinquent bills. In the advanced payment system, the
consumer would prepay for an estimated three month billing period
initially. The advanced payment would be more flexible than a deposit
method. Vitosh said it would be ideal to have all customers on the
advanced payment schedule but it will have to be phased in over a long
period of time. Anyone who is on the service cut-off list more than once
in a calendar year would be forced to go on the advanced payment system
immediately. Others would go on the system when the property exchanges
hands. The computer program won't be ready until January. The deposit
system can be converted to the advanced payment system for individual
customers. Balmer questioned the proposed provisions to allow the
landlord to request the City bill the tenant for interim water bills
between tenants when in fact the apartment is occupied. Vitosh explained
the disconnection policy on page seven of the ordinance draft. She also
explained the revised draft will include copies for all forms to be used.
Sidewalk Cafes Neuhauser said that she would like to consider
sidewalk cafes separately from other commercial uses because of their
unique character. McDonald said that he thought the pedestrian mall was
designated for such uses. Hauer said that Iowa has no other cities with
provisions for sidewalk cafes. Kevin Gibson, Amelia Earhart Deli said
that initially the restaurant only wishes to serve food and coffee and if
liquor becomes permissible it would be an added bonus. Helling said staff
would probably recommend exemption of liquor. Erdahl suggested
limitations to restaurants would help curb problems associated with
liquor. He added that in conversations with pedestrian mall restaurant j
owners, there seemed to be ignorance of their ability to serve liquor in
sidewalk cafes on the mall. Berlin suggested that staff initially develop
a procedure allowing sidewalk cafes and later deal with the liquor
question. Perret suggested drafting ,a newspaper vending machine j
ordinance. Jansen -said that there are First Amendment problems but the
City does have certain powers of regulation. Perret asked if the City is
liable for injury or damages because the City has taken notice of the
dispensing machines. Berlin suggested referring the issues to the Design
Review Committee. Berlin questioned whether dispensing machines should
be treated differently from bicycles which are prohibited from being 1
chained to light posts, signs, and benches downtown.
Transit Subsidy. Neuhauser said she only approved of the transit subsidy
as a service to job seekers but not as a general welfare subsidy. She
suggested that Social Services could more appropriately provide
transportation funds. Erdahl noted that Social Services had had budget
cuts that limit their ability to fund new areas. McGonagle said that Job
Service does not want to police use of transit passes. Council agreed
that bus tickets will be available only to people who request them at Job
Service for a 90 day trial period and funded out of the contingency fund.
Advance on Transit Funds. Larry McGonagle said there is a chance that
funding could be blocked.
Peddlar's Permits. Karr said the basic changes from the current ordinance
is deleting from the ordinance transient merchants who are on private
property. Door-to-door sellers would still be regulated. Karr reviewed
policy in Waterloo and Cedar Rapids. Council agreed to set fees for a
peddlar's permit at $30 for 120 day permit with a $15 renewal fee for an
additional 120 days.
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COUNCIL TIME:
1. Transit Facility. Berlin explained that staff felt a better price
could be obtained by doing paving work separately.
2. Kantor letter. Staff will review this correspondence.
3. Peppertone letter. Human Services Coordinator will make a
recommendation. Helling suggested adding the letter to the Consent
Calendar.
4. Annual Meeting of Chairpersons. Balmer will not be able to attend.
5. Speed limit changes. This will be deferred.
6. Sign in public right-of-way. McDonald questioned why Waltz of Speak
Easy was served papers. City Manager and City Attorney explained
that a sign had been erected before permission was granted.
7. Zero lot line and family. Helling said both were subject to public
hearings in the last Planning & Zoning meeting.
8. Margaret Bonney letter re resignation from CCN, noted.
9. Lyon's Addition. Agenda items 6 and 7 will be deferred because of
publication problems.
APPOINTMENTS:
CNN Appointment. Consensus was to appoint Sally Smith. i
Riverfront Commission Appointment. Council agreed to appoint Steve f
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UAY Appointmedt. Council requested clarification of length of Nina
Hamilton s term before making a decision.
Meeting adjourned at 11:05 P.M.
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COUNCIL TIME:
1. Transit Facility. Berlin explained that staff felt a better price
could be obtained by doing paving work separately.
2. Kantor letter. Staff will review this correspondence.
3. Peppertone letter. Human Services Coordinator will make a
recommendation. Helling suggested adding the letter to the Consent
Calendar.
4. Annual Meeting of Chairpersons. Balmer will not be able to attend.
5. Speed limit changes. This will be deferred.
6. Sign in public right-of-way. McDonald questioned why Waltz of Speak
Easy was served papers. City Manager and City Attorney explained
that a sign had been erected before permission was granted.
7. Zero lot line and family. Helling said both were subject to public
hearings in the last Planning & Zoning meeting.
8. Margaret Bonney letter re resignation from CCN, noted.
9. Lyon's Addition. Agenda items 6 and 7 will be deferred because of
publication problems.
APPOINTMENTS:
CNN Appointment. Consensus was to appoint Sally Smith. i
Riverfront Commission Appointment. Council agreed to appoint Steve f
Nelson. }
UAY Appointmedt. Council requested clarification of length of Nina
Hamilton s term before making a decision.
Meeting adjourned at 11:05 P.M.
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Tour of Foster Road Area (4:00 P. M.
Councilmembers: Neuhauser, Balmer, Dickson, and McDonald. 5taffinembers:
Helling, Farmer, Schmadeke, Franklin, Karr. Others: Dean Oakes, Att
Neely, Engr. Richard Kratoska.
y. Marion
Tour of Pi a and Partners Project (6:45 P.M.)
Councilmembers: Neuhauser, McDonald, Dickson. Staffinembers: Helling
Boothroy, Seydel, Karr.
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
AUGUST 29, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: August 29, 1983, at 7:35 p.m, in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, Lynch, Erdahl, McDonald, Dickson, Balmer.
Absent: Perret. Staff resent:
Franklin. P Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Boothroy,
Tape-recorded• Reel #83-24, Side 1, #1867 -End, Side 2, #1 -End, Reel #83-29
Side 1�g rde
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING & ZONING:
said that the Council will be given aLe efullber of reportRoomers Permitted. on Planning & Zoning votethe
fore 'of the public hearing. The ordinance will be on file with the City Clerk
for public examination in the next couple of days.
Court Hill -Scott Boulevard Addition. Franklin explained that this is a change
from duplexes to four-plexes.
Des Moines Street Riht-of
-Wa Vacation. Franklin said that this right-of-way
has not been used for some time. The Boyd and Rummelhart Company wishes to
acquire this property in the future.
Sunset Street and Fronto a Road Di
s osition. Franklin said that these are
slivers of right-of-way. The properties are not usable by themselves. There
has been no appraisal on the properties. Franklin suggested public hearing at
tomorrow's Council meeting and September 13 with bids taken at that time or any
time between hearings. The properties have easements over the entirety.
Hickory B e EstatesThis is a rural subdivision of Johnson County in Area 4
Of the .Fringe Stud
future, q y The City does not anticipate annexation in, the near
property owner wishes to subdivide the land into three lots.
Franklin explained that the countylrequi requiresthe
acre around thelh use requirement.
eirezoned
RS in order that the house may be sold separately. That procedure has been
initiated with thecounty. They
requirements. will comply with stormwater management
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Board of Ad.iustment Appeal Fee. This resolution would change the fee from $75
to $150. Boothroy noted that this would apply to appeals of issuance of
building permits.
Oakes Third Addition. Franklin referred extensively to maps of the area. She
said that Dean Oakes preferred the Foster Road alignment that comes out in the
draw south of the Iowa-Illinois easement. The northerly alignments (a) is the
Iowa-Illinois easement which is a straight path across from the west to Bruce .
Glasgow's property. Neuhauser noted that this route has a distinct
topographical problem which would have to be resolved by the City rather than by
the developer. Berlin said he will review the file on discussions that took
place on this alignment in 1980 and 1981. Franklin said that more information
is needed on the cost of condemnation, cost of negotiation with Illinois, the
status of the City's agreements with Glasgow, and the cost and status of
agreements with Mr. Van Berkland. Oakes explained how various alignments might
effect his development of property. Lynch noted that the proposed street is a
collector and not a bypass. Balmer mentioned that Bristol and Kimball Road are
currently being used as shortcuts in spite of their narrowness. Prairie du
i Chien is also bringing a lot of traffic into town. Staff will prepare a
resolution outlining Council's position. A citizen said that he is concerned
about septic tank development and how it will affect the area negatively. He
also suggested obtaining pedestrian easements. Franklin said that forced main
sewers will be privately owned and maintained. Oakes said that septic tanks now
used simply don't run out into the open. Neuhauser said that she would like to
get a recommendation from the City Manager before making a decision. The
citizen said he only wanted easements if they didn't cost anything to establish.
City Manager will report at tomorrow's Council meeting.
521 Kirkwood. Franklin said that the economic analysis will be done in time for
Che second consideration. Erdahl said he thought it would be better to defer
any action until the Council -has' the report. Consensus to. defer.
Westgate Addition, Lots 28 64-71. Staff recommended waiver of readings.
Westgate Addition, Lots 22-24 64-71. No waivers of readings are recommended.
Powers of Board of Adiustment. This ordinance permits issuance of a stop work
order to hault construction.
522 South Dubuque Street Alley. There as no discussion.
624 South Gilbert Street. Franklin referred to the letter from Duane Lacina
reporting for Ron Moore of Moore Oil Company requesting that Council defer this
indefinitely. Council could also get the original request and -allow
resubmission. Council agreed to defer action, allow the owner to submit new
information, and make a final decision in four weeks.
Lyman Cook's Subdivision. There was no discussion.
Plaza Street Rezoning. Hayek requested that the Council set a public hearing at
tomorrow night s formal meeting on the Plaza Suite rezoning. Jansen will advise
the Council about whether a public hearing can be set without 24 hour posted
notice.
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Zero Lot Line Ordinance. Boothroy said that the Council will get staff
recommendations on zero lot line ordinance before the public hearing.
Information will be put into next week's Council packet.
Blackhawk Mini -park. The McDonald's restaurant representatives presented their
plans for developing a restaurant on the site of the Blackhawk Mini -park and
requested that the City consider the sale of the site. The City would develop
criteria for evaluating proposals. McDonald's feels that private developers as
well as the City can provide open space downtown. McDonald's stated that the
City can find better ways to spend $100,000 than on improving the Blackhawk
Mini -park. Commercial use of the site would provide jobs and increase the tax
base. Money from the sale of the property could be used for other community
development programs. Architect William Nowysz noted that much of the Blackhawk
Mini -park corner is wasted because it isn't used. A restaurant design could
maintain open space at the corner. The McDonald's representatives said
maintenance of the area would improve with a commercial owner. Neuhauser said
that she felt that the lack of an alley for deliveries is critical to any
development. Erdahl said that the Council has had a long-term commitment to the
presentation of ideas and assembly on the open space. Balmer said that he feels
that the initial $1.2 million development of the pedestrian area downtown is
sufficient and Blackhawk Mini -park should be considered for commercial
development. Lynch said that he is interested in exploring the idea. He said
that if a development can have a positive impact on the downtown, then it should
be considered. McDonald also expressed interest in considering the development
while Dickson said she is opposed. The Mayor noted Perret had already gone on
record as being opposed to development on the site and stated the majority of
Council were opposed to the sale of Blackhawk Mini -park. Therefore, it won't be
considered at this time. Discussion of improvements of Blackhawk Mini -park must
await discussions with Project Green but improvements should be on this year's
budget.
Cenral Junior High. Neuhauser said that she feels that the swimming pool and
parktland are the two important areas of parks and recreation. Funds from the
sale of Central Junior High should go to one of them. Since $50,000 wouldn't
help the swimming pool, Neuhauser indicated that the money should go into the
fund for parkland acquisition.
COUNCIL TIME:
1. CDRB bonds for Viva Investments (item 4). A design has been presented to
the Design Review Committee and a picture was shown to the Council of the
proposed Knights of Columbus building.
2. Pipeyard Property. Clark showed the design for the buildings on the City's
former pipeyard property. The first apartment building is partially
completed. Dickson noted the apartments weren't just for students.
3. Council Priorities. Neuhauser noted that the sewage treatment plant, the
proposed zoning ordinance, and the downtown hotel project all need
attention before the end of the year. Lynch suggested that the urban
fringe should be added to the list. Council agreed on six goals for the
remainder of the year:
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1• Wastewater treatment plant,
2• Proposed zoning ordinance,
3. Fringe Committee report,
4• Airport,
5. Hotel, and ,
6. Economic Development Corporation.
Berlin suggested allowing candidates for the Council in this fall's
October.election t listen to the goal -setting process sometime in September or
everything else. priorities dont mean that staff should
stop, work on
4• Watermain Extension. Balmer questioned the east side water storage
proposal and the effect of new developments north of Rochester. Berlin
said that staff will keep Council
includes one more house. informed. The current extension only
5. First Avenue Bike Lanes. Balmer
Painted on the First y.otCounciil agreeded that bike that ane lbikesware not
stopping at stopAvenue overlay.
Washington. Berin ssaid that bike lanes aarethe
still safer for bicyclists.
He noted his observations at corner of Madison and
Of streets. Lynch suggestedEugene, Oregon, with bike lanes in the middle
very cooperative. Council agreed to retain bike lanes.
talking to the BIC and noted that they've been
6• Rocky Shore Bikeway.'
wires for utilities Berlin will check on the plans for the bikewa
will still have to be moved.
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7• Next week's schedule. There will only be a
need to be decided. meeting if specific matters
8• TV Tower, The TV tower letter will be referred to the Airport Commission.
9• Outdoor Beer Gardens. Neuhauser wants staff guidelines.
10. Newspaper Vending Machines. Neuhauser said that the Des Moines Register
has a vending machine in the middle of the sidewalk attached to a city
Shoullight pole. Erdahl said that all vending machines on public
d be removed. Berlin noted that signs that dont meet cit
S torn down in Texas. Jansen said that a list of newspaperpvend ng
machines. on City property or attached to Cit y Code are
A letter will go out to newspapers instructing them totremove the mhad been achines..
11. Clear Zone Ordinance. Berlin said that people are coming in for building
permits for uses that are prohibited in a clear zone, therefore complaints
may reach Council. Jansen noted that the Airport Commission met last week
to ratify. the proposal to bring the Airport into compliance with the FAA.
The FAA will not initiate a proposal.
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12. Peddler's Permits. Readings will be waived so publication can occur
September 1 on the peddler's permits.
13. Rent Control Ordinance. Public hearing will be set September 13 at the
regular meeting. Berlin will have a recommendation and Jansen a legal f
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•APPOINTMENTS:
Committee on Community Needs:
May, and Ruth Becker.
Meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
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Informal Council Discussion
September 12, 1983
Informal Council Discussion: September 12, 1983, at 7:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Neuhauser, Balmer, Erdahl, McDonald, Dickson.
Absent: Perret, Lynch.
Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr, Schmeiser, Knight, Vitosh,
Zehr, Mintle.
Tape -Recorded: Reel 83-28, Side 1, 388 -End, Side 2, 1-600.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn to executive session
under Section 28A. 5B, to discuss strategy with Council in matters that are
presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its
disclosure would likely be to prejudice or disadvantage the position of
the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 4/0, Perret, Erdahl, Lynch absent.
Council returned to open session. Erdahl present.
PLANNING & ZONING APPLICATIONS
T 'y n Cae. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommends in favor. Knight
said that Willow Creek Park users are parking on Cambridge Court and
recommended that half of the street be posted no parking to' help the
problem..
Zero Lot Line. The Commission recommends approval.
Gilbert and Prentiss Intersection. Knight explained that there has been
an amendment application filed requesting R3A rather than CBS for the
property which would allow about 60 units.
522 South Dubuque Street. The Commission recommends approval.
Area North of Intersection_ of First Avenue and Muscatine. Staff and
Commission recommends approval. Two objections have been filed but they
do not represent 20 percent of the residents. Gene Kroeger has letters
from, those residents indicating they now have no objections. Those
letters will be filed with the City Clerk.
Signage. The Commission recommends approval. This is a corrective
amendment.
Vacated Portions of Sunset. One bid was received.
Foster Road. The resolution and map have been drawn up for the realign-
ment of Foster Road per Council request.
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Andover Drive. The Commission and staff recommend approval.
Des Moines Street Right -of -Way. The Commission recommends approval.
522 South Dubuque Alley Vacation. The Commission recommends approval
subject to retention of an easement.
Westgate Addition. The Planning & Zoning Commission specifically
excluded Lot 24 because it has a duplex on it.
521 Kirkwood. Knight said that at Council's request, staff drew up three
alternative development plans: a) R2 development• - property improved with
lot sold out for duplexes; b) planned area development under R2 which
would allow 16 townhouses and 18 multi -family units; c) multi -family (R3)
with 34 units. All three proposals were niarginel with #3 being the most
feasible. The market value compared to the per unit cost doesn't justify
any of these proposals. Knight gave hypothetical costs of the proposals
to demonstrate that the excessive land value inflates the cost to
unreasonable levels. In answer to a question from the public, Knight
explained that alternative a only allowed eight duplexes because of
frontage and lot size requirements. The problem is that the cul-de-sac
uses land that could otherwise be used for construction. John Bennett,
representing the neighbors, said that tax advantages might well make some
of the alternatives feasible. Neuhauser said it is not appropriate to
consider tax shelter in rezoning decisions. Knight said that topography,
access, and sewering limits development options. The proposals outlined
are based on contact with Iowa City professionals in real estate and
banking. Joe Horowitz, 1129 Kirkwood Avenue, expressed concern about how.
the analysis was done. Horowitz said that there is a tax impact on any
development both for the developer and the community. Knight pointed out
that the market value of a property includes tax advantages.• Neuhauser
said that because the burden is not on City staff to make endless analysis
of various alternatives, she could not ask staff to continue developing
alternatives. Horowitz said that since the property is currently zoned
M1, that zone should be analyzed for exconomic impact. The stormwater
detention basin is included in the proposals as appropriate. Knight said
the lowest cost possible was used in making the proposals. If the R2
zoning is defeated the property will remain M1. Pat Gilpin questioned
what the property would be designated in the new zoning code. Staff will
reply at tomorrow night's meeting.
Transformer on Clinton. Iowa State Bank & Trust representatives
presented drawings of the site plan as it would look with a transformer
mounted on the sidewalk. Neuhauser noted that there seemed to be no
alternative. Council concurred.
Airport. Emmit George, Chairman of the Iowa City Airport Commission,
noted that the Commission proposal is consistent with the recommendation
of the Airport Master Plan with the exception of the 300 foot displaced
threshold on runway 17 which was changed to a 430 foot relocated
threshold. George said that the runway displacement leaves the runway
intact but marked with lines to show that it shouldn't be used.
Relocating involves a physical change to prevent legal use. Fred Zehr,
Airport Manager, said the relocated runway will remain as runway overrun.
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Displaced runway is available for take -offs but not for landings. George
said that recommendation N1 would not take place until k3 was finished.
Neuhauser suggested renumbering the recommendations to reflect that
order. George said that the FAA has indicated that the City should buy
the land for the runway extension. The FAA has informally said they will
participate. A letter just received suggests that the FAA supports the
Commission proposals. Neuhauser reviewed the sequence of proposed steps.
First, the 25 acres for the runway 24 extension project. Second,
easements must be obtained and runway sections must be reconstructed.
Third, the runway would be extended. Fourth, the threshold would be
relocated. Fifth, the taxiway land would be purchased. Finally, the
taxiway would be constructed. George said that the City expects partici-
pation by the FAA in the extension of the runway. Vitosh said that the
airport reserve for capital improvements would go toward the runway
extension with the balance from GO bonds. Once the FAA has reviewed the
proposal and the City and FAA has agreed on the plan, the City would be
eligible for FAA funding. Erdahl complimented the Airport Commission and
staff for hte work done on the project. George said initial cost to the
City should be approximately $225,000 through obtaining of easements.
Neuhauser noted that the runway wouldn't be shortened until a new primary
runway is established. E.K. Jones appeared and presented a letter of
concerns. Neuhauser suggested he attend Tuesday's formal meeting to read
the letter into the record. John Dane referred to a letter from Mel
Fischer about why a runway can't be extended to the south. The issues
will be discussed at Tuesday's formal meeting.
Fare Rent Ordinance. Neuhauser said that it isn't appropriate to discuss
the ordinance until Tuesday's public hearing. Erdahl noted that the Human
Rights Commission has a hearing officer. Neuhauser suggested that one
person representing the petitioners be available at the public hearing to
answer questions. Following the September 13 public hearing, the Council
votes on the ordinance September 27. If the measure does not pass, it
will be put on the ballot for the November election. Individual groups
are not subject to the campaign finance law. Erdahl recommended an
independent forum. Neuhauser noted that people should sign up in advance
for Tuesday's public hearing to facilitate order.
Office Space proposal. Neuhauser said that if the current building is not
structurally sound she would not favor the proposal. She suggested doing
points 2, 3, and 4 of David Martin's proposed study. If the U Smash 'Em
building still seems usable, points 1, 5, 6, and 7 can be done. Balmer
said that he is opposed to considering the building because he thought the
building was never slated for use. Erdahl said he didn't think the
building is worth putting any money into. Mary Anne Volm, United Way
Executive Director, said the walls and floor are sound and worth saving
although the cost may be too 'high. Berlin suggested waiting for the
parking study and doing points 2 and 3 of the proposal. Cheryl Mintle
said there is a list of nine appropriate agencies interested in a shared
location.
Iowa -Illinois Franchise. Berlin said that it is doubtful that the
franchise issue can make the November ballot because of the nature of the
company proposal. Berlin said he would schedule a meeting with the
company. Jansen said that if the franchise lapses, the company must
continue to provide service indefinitely.
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I. Knights of Columbus. Balmer noted correspondence from Michael
Lensing. Neuhauser noted the site was originally intended for public
housing. Berlin noted that the new location is near existing bars
and a recommendation from the Housing Commission is in order.
Neuhauser noted that when public land is sold, either a public
purpose or substantial income from taxes should be obtained.
2. Fraternities and Sororities. Berlin has asked for a memo from
Planning reviewing all of the alternatives for fraternal
organizations.
3. Residential Zone Roomers. Karr noted that a public hearing on the
ordinance to regulate the number of roomers in a residental zone is
scheduled for September 27th.
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4. Revitalization Zone. Berlin noted that the issue of extending the
revitalization zone 'to the railroad station has been resolved.
i 5. Council Priorities. Neuhauser suggested adding the franchise
ordinance, the sewer agreement with Westinghouse and Sheller -Globe. 1
6. Arthur Young Company. Berlin will meet with the company on privati- !
zation of the sewer plant. Balmer might attend the Dubuque meeting
of the Water, Air and Waste Management Commission.
7. TV Tower. This is a matter for the. Airport Commission and the FAA.
The tower will be located in Iowa County.
- 8. Conference Board. A meeting is set for two weeks from Monday
(September 26) to evaluate and reappoint the City Assessor.
9. Berlin noted that the house just east of the First Christian Church
on Iowa Avenue is being restored. It is planned to be a baglery with
the owners requesting permission to install a stoop on the west side
of the building to match the original exterior.
Board of Electrical Examiners and Appeals Appointments
The Mayor announced no applications had been received and the vacancy will
be readvertised.
Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
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September 13, 1983
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 9/13/83, at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl,
Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser. Absent: Perret. Staffinembers present: Berlin,
Helling, Jansen, Karr, Farmer, Schmeiser, Knight, Davidson. Council minutes
tape recorded on Tape 83-26, Side 2, 1 -END and Tape 83-30, Side 1 and Side 2, 1 -
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The Mayor announced the following proclamations: Vocational
Rehabilitation Month -September 1983; American Business Women's Day -
September 22, 1983; Buddy Poppy Day -September 24, 1983; and Constitution Week,
September 17-23, 1983.
The Executive Vice -President of the Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa
presented the "1983 APAI Smoothness Award for Municipal Street Resurfacing" to
City Engineer Frank Farmer. The Award recognizes work on the Whiting Avenue
Project and marks the second year the City and L.L. Pelling have received the
award.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Lynch, 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., 8/22/83 and reg.
mtg. 8/30/83, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the
City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm: -8/24/83; Broadband
Telecommunications -7/19/83, 7/26/83 & 7/28/83; Planning & Zoning Comm. -
8/8/83, 8/25/83 & 9/1/83; 8d. of Adjustment -7/13/83, 7/27/83 & 8/10/83.
Permit Motions as recommended by the City Clerk: Approving Class C
Beer License and Sunday Sales for Thomas R. Alberhasky dba T & M Mini Mart
Ltd., 2601 Hwy. 6 East. Approving Class C Beer License and Sunday Sales
for Paul R. Rozinek dba Doc's Standard Inc., 801 S. Riverside Drive.
Approving Class C Liquor License for Deadwood, Inc. dba Deadwood, Inc., 6
S. Dubuque Street. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for
I.C.B.B. Ltd dba The Brown Bottle, 111 E. Washington Street. Approving
Class C Liquor License for James P. Fruland and James P. Halloran dba
Magoo's Bar, 206 N. Linn Street. Approving Special Class C Beer -Wine
License and Sunday Sales for Greg Timlin dba Felix and Oscars, 5 S. Dubuque
Street. .
Setting public hearings: Motion to set public hearing for 10/25/83,
at 7:30 P.M., to provide opportunity for the public and the grantee
(Hawkeye CableVision Corporation) to be heard re the grantee's request rate
increase of two dollars per month for basic cable service, and directing
the City Clerk to provide at least 30 days prior notice of said hearing to
the public and the grantee. Motion to set a public hearing on 10/25/83, at
7:30 P.M. to provide opportunity for the public and the grantee (Hawkeye
CableVision Corporation) to be heard regarding proposed amendments to the
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"Broadband Telecommunications Franchise Enabling Ordinance," and directing
the City Clerk to provide at least 30 days prior notice of said hearing to
the public and the grantee and to make copies of the proposed amendments
P. the public at the
PUBLIC HEARINGCONy9/27/83soffice.
ONPLANS, SPECIFICATIONS3-291, I, FORM
OF CONTRACT,AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAMP CARDINAL
ROAD BRIDGE RELOCATION PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE
OF SAID HEARING AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS, ETC.
ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Motion to set public hearing for 9/27/83 on
disposition of vacated portion of Lucas Street.
Motions: To approve disbursements in the amount of $2,715,238.45 for
-the period of 7/1 thru 7/31/83, as recommended by the Finance Director,
subject to audit.
RES. 83-292, Bk. 79, p. 867, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE BENTON STREET
BRIDGE REPAIR PROJECT.
Correspondence: University of Iowa Student Senate re fraternity and
sorority houses. Kathleen Armens re the alley in the 600 block between
South Dodge and South Johnson Streets. Ms. Armens will be requested to
submit a petition signed by adjacent property owners requesting the alley
be paved by special assessment. Letters re Blackhawk Minipark from:
Barbara Baker; Anna Moore; Charles Eble; Sonia Ettinger; and Jim Spratt.
Roberta Patrick, President of Elderly Services Agency, requesting
additional funds, referred to the Human Services Planner for
recommendation. Women's Resource and Action Center re Council
consideration of the proposed revisions to the Human Rights Ordinance.
Michael Lensing of the Knights of Columbus requesting information about
land at the corner of Linn and Harrison Streets, referred to the City.
Manager after Council consideration. Memos from, the Traffic Engr. re
Parking Prohibition on Commercial Drive and Parking on Kimball Avenue.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Betty Hellwig to
have a block party on California Avenue between Sycamore and Burns,
approved. Sigma Chi Fraternity to have a Run for Your Life on 9/17/83 from
9:00 to 11:00 a.m., approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared
the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Balmer, to set a public hearing for 10/11/83
'on an amended preliminary and final Planned Area Development (PAD) and Large
Scale Residential Development (LSRD) plan for Lots 94 and 95, Ty'6 Cae
Subdivision, Part 2. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Perret absent.
A public hearing was held on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
which would provide for zero lot line structures. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of 1.6 acres in the
southwest quadrant of the appearedrep. Gilbert Prentiss urgingfavorable Streets
to R3A. Atty. John Cruise, app p• Boyd and R mmelhart
consideration of the rezoning.
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A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of certain property
located at 522 S. Dubuque Street from C2 to R3B. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the proposed rezoning of the entire Highway
Commercial (CH) zoning district located north of the intersection of First
Avenue and Muscatine Avenue. The Mayor noted two objections had been received
earlier and correspondence received this evening by Gene Kroeger and others
indicated a misunderstanding and objections had been withdrawn. Moved by
Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to accept and place on file the letter from Gene
Kroeger and other attached correspondence: The -Mayor declared the -motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on a proposed amendment to the sign provisions of
the Zoning Ordinance to permit the same signage in the RNC -20 zone as is
permitted in other multifamily zones. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the proposed disposition of vacated portions
of Sunset Street and the frontage road between Highway 1 and Bryn Mawr Heights,
Part 13. Dickson noted the two parcels were too small to be developed. No one
appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-293, Bk. 79, pp.
868-869, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT
DISPOSING OF VACATED PORTIONS OF SUNSET STREET AND THE FRONTAGE ROAD BETWEEN
HIGHWAY l AND BRYN MAWR HEIGHTS, PART 13. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-294, Bk. 79, pp. 870-
873, ADOPTING THE PREFERRED ALIGNMENT FOR FOSTER ROAD, EAST AND WEST OF PRAIRIE
DU CHIEN.• Mark Tade and Nancy Purington, 1706 Prairie du Chien, appeared re
potential loss of . private timber or land if this alignment were followed.
Councilmembers explained that a tour of the three possible alignments showed
this the most practical. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/O, Perret
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-295, Bk. 79, p.
874, AUTHORIZING THE OPENING OF A DEDICATED RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED SOUTH OF
HAYWOOD DRIVE FOR IMPROVEMENT AS A CITY STREET, AND NAMING THAT STREET ANDOVER
DRIVE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION
OF THE DES MOINES STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED IMMEDIATELY WEST OF GILBERT
STREET, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/O, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, that ORD. 83-3144, Bk. 22, pp. 133-134,
VACATING CERTAIN ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY ABUTTING THE EAST PROPERTY LINE OF 522 S.
DUBUQUE STREET, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Erdahl, that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 521 KIRKWOOD AVENUE FROM M1 TO R2, be given first vote for
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passage. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views on the request. Pat
Gilpin, 710 Diana Ct., appeared and requested the parcel not revert to RM -20
designation in the new zoning ordinance. He requested the alternatives of RS -
12, CC -2, and CI -1, be explored. Staffinember Knight present for discussion.
The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 2/4, with the following division of roll
call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl. Nays: .Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Balmer,
Absent: Perret.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the•ORDINANCE REZONING LOTS 22-
23 AND 64-71 OF WESTGATE ADDITION LOCATED ON KESWICK DRIVE AND WESTGATE CIRCLE,
be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Shelley Plattner, 58 Sunrise Village, presented materials and asked
Council to reconsider their decision to keep bike lanes. He also requested that
the lanes be reviewed by the Public Works Director to insure comformity, with
UTCD manual. Plattner requested Council consider changing signs to indicate
that bikes may use curb lanes, similar to the recent change in bikes may use
sidewalk signs. He urged Council continue to request uniform enforcement of
traffic laws for motorists and bicyclists.
The Mayor announced no applications for the appointment to the Board of
Electrical Examiners and Appeals had been received. The vacancy will be re -
advertised and an appointment made in 30 days.
Councilmember Dickson noted a number of safety complaints re construction
walkways in the downtown area, especially on Linn Street. Staff will
investigate. The Mayor read two pieces of correspondence: 1) a letter from the
International Institute of Municipal Clerks announcing the certification of
City Clerk Marian Karr, and 2).a letter from the State City Managers Association
congratulating City Manager Neal Berlin on his 20' years, as City. Manager.
McDonald noted a drainage problem on North Van Buren and Fairchild. Staff will
investigate.
The City Manager announced that the developer for the downtown hotel has
decided to proceed quickly and ground breaking will be Tuesday, September 20, at
5:30 P.M.
Recommendations of the Broadband Telecommunications Commission noted as
follows: 1) That the City Council grant Hawkeye CableVision a 954 increase in
basic service rates, or an 11.9% increase, based on an average of the increase
in operational, origination and administration costs incurred by Hawkeye from
1981 to 1982. A public hearing is set for October 25, 1983. (The Mayor noted
that Hawkeye is requesting. a $2.00 increase.) 2) That a policy regarding the
required extension of cable service to newly annexed and new housing areas be
approved.
Moved by Balmer, seconded ,by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-296, Bk. 79, pp.
875-879, MAKING AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE 1983 PAVING IMPROVEMENTS (LYON'S 2ND
ADDITION) TO AHERNS CONSTRUCTION, INC. OF CORALVILLE, IOWA, for $73,045.40.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Lynch,. seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES.. 83-297, Bk. 79, pp. 880-
911, AUTHORIZING FILING OF MOTION OF INTENTION TO ACCEPT URBAN RENEWAL
REDEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL (HOTEL). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-298, Bk. 79, pp.
912-913, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE FY84
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS FOR
THE PROVISION OF TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF UNIVERSITY
HEIGHTS, contract amount of $21,012. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ferret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
ynch
ADOPTINGeTHE L IL ER/ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT , seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. .BPLAN9 ASk REQUIRED 1BY
CHAPTER 403 OF THE CODE OF IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Ferret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Karen Hradek,
representing the neighborhood, thanked the Council for their actidn.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-300, Bk. 79, pp.
915-921, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BOND (VIVA INVESTMENTS PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, IN THE AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000 TO FINANCE THE COST OF THE ACQUISITION
OF A BUILDING AND THE REHABILITATION AND RENOVATION OF THE BUILDING AND OF
CERTAIN LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS THEREIN FOR VIVA INVESTMENTS, AN IOWA
PARTNERSHIP; THE EXECUTION OF A LENDER LOAN AGREEMENT WITH FIRST NATIONALBANK
OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, PROVIDING THE TERMS AND SALE OF SUCH BOND; THE EXECUTION JI":0
DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH VIVA INVESTMENTS PROVIDING FOR THE REPA`iMENT
OF THE LOAN OF THE PROCEEDS OF SUCH BOND, AND RELATED MATTERS. Affirmativz roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Ferret absent. The Mayor declared the. resolution
adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 83-301, Bk. 79, pp. 922-
927, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $1,400,000 INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS
(MILLARD WAREHOUSE PROJECT), THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST
TO SECURE SAID BONDS, AND THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH
LARRY A. LARSEN DBA MILLARD WAREHOUSE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-302, Bk. 79, pp.
928-929, ADOPTING AIRPORT COMMISSION PROPOSAL TO FAA FOR THE PURPOSE OF REMOVING
THE STATUS OF NON-COMPLIANCE FOR ELIGIBILTY FOR FEDERAL FUNDING. Airport
Commissioner Emmit George present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. E.K.
Jones, 1033 E. Burlington, read a letter of concerns (distributed at informal
session 9/12/83). John Dane, R.R. 3, also appeared. Moved by Erdahl, seconded
by McDonald, to accept the correspondence from E.K. Jones. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, that the ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 31
TO PROVIDE THAT SIGNS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY BE LICENSED AND FOR ELIMINATION OF SUCH
SIGNS BY JUNE 30, 2003, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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A public hearing was held on the proposed rent control ordinance presented
under initiative procedures of the Iowa City Charter. The following people
appeared: Karen Kubby, 914 S. Dubuque; Mike Bonato, 1123 Franklin; Jim Rhodes,
522 Hawkeye Drive; Darlene Clausen, 323 Fairchild; Jeff Oenburg, 1141 E.
College; Erik Pauls, 1027 Sheridan Avenue; Joe Marron, 323 Fairchild; Sue Young,
919 Talwrn Ct., who presented a statement from Norm Bailey; Sincha Plisner, 1958
Broadway; Jim Berry, 410 Highland Ct.; Barbara Waters, 2928 Stanford; Larry
Svaboda, 35 Lakeview Knoll; Robert Hibbs, 606 Reno Street; Robert Bender, 335 S:
Clinton; Edwin Barker, R.R. 1; Mark Hamer, 119 Washington Park Rd.; Angie Ryan,
122 S. Linn; Miriam Young, 1720 Muscatine Avenue; Tony Schebler, 1015 W. Benton;
Jane C. Vincent, 121 Cardiff Circle; James Schwab, 1027 Sheridan Avenue; Dennis
Ryan, 32B Meadowbrook; Don Doumakes, 1429 Lakeside; Jackie Majerus, P.O. Box
501; Peter Grady, 2920 E. Court Street; James Barfuss, 802 E. Washington; Nance
Carlson, 1002 E. Jefferson. The Mayor announced that the matter will be
discussed and voted upon on September 27. Any information to be reviewed by
Council re this matter should be submitted to the City Clerk's office by
Thursday, September 22, for distribution to Councilmembers. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Dickson, to receive and file the correspondence submitted. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adjourn 12:40 a.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
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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., 9/13/83,
at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor
Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers
present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch,
McDonald, Neuhauser. Absent: Perret.
The Mayor announced the following
proclamations: Vocational Rehabilitation
Month -September 1983; American Business
Women's Day -September 22, 1983; Buddy
Poppy Day -September 24, 1983; and
Constitution Week, September 17-23, 1983.
The Executive Vice -President of the
Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa
presented the "1983 APAI Smoothness Award
for Municipal Street Resurfacing" to City
Engineer Frank Farmer.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Lynch,
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., 8/22/83 and reg.
mtg. 8/30/83, as published, subject to
correction, as recommended by the City
Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and
Commissions: Airport Comm. -8/24/83;
Broadband Telecommunications -7/19/83,
7/26/83 & 7/28/83; Planning & Zoning
Comm. -8/8/83, 8/25/83 & 9/1/83; Bd. of
Adjustment -7/13/83, 7/27/83 &
8/10/83.
Permit Motions as recommended by the
City Clerk: Approving Class C Beer License
and Sunday Sales for T & M Mini Mart Ltd.,
2601 Ilwy. 6 East. Approving Class C Beer
License and Sunday Sales for Doc's Standard
Inc., 801 S. Riverside Drive. Approving
Class C Liquor License for Deadwood, Inc.,
6 S. Dubuque Street. Approving Class C
Liquor License and Sunday Sales The Brown
Bottle, 111 E. Washington Street.
Approving Class C Liquor License for
Magoo's Bar, 206 N. Linn Street. Approving
Special Class C Beer -Wine License and
Sunday Sales for Felix and Oscars, 5 S.
Dubuque Street.
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Setting public hearings: Motion to
set public hearing for 10/25/83, at 7:30
P.M., to provide opportunity for the public
and the grantee (Hawkeye CableVision
Corporation) to be heard re the grantee's
request rate increase of two dollars per
month for basic cable service, and
directing the City Clerk to provide at
least 30 days prior notice of said hearing
to the public and the grantee. Motion to
set a public hearing on 10/25/83, at 7:30
P.M. to provide opportunity for the public
and the grantee (Hawkeye CableVision
Corporation) to be heard regarding proposed
amendments to the "Broadband
Telecommunications Franchise Enabling
Ordinance," and directing the City Clerk to
provide at least 30 days prior notice of
said hearing to the public and the grantee
and to make copies of the proposed
amendments available to the public at the
City Clerk's office. RES. 83-291, Bk. 79,
p. 866, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 9/27/83
ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT,AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAMP CARDINAL ROAD
BRIDGE RELOCATION PROJECT, DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
HEARING AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS, ETC. ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION. Motion to set public hearing
for 9/27/83 on disposition of vacated
portion of Lucas Street.
Motions: To approve disbursements in
the amount of $2,715,238.45 for the period
of 7/1 thru 7/31/83, as recommended by the
Finance Director, subject to audit.
RES. 83-292, Bk. 79, p. 867, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE BENTON STREET BRIDGE
REPAIR PROJECT.
Correspondence: University of Iowa
Student Senate re fraternity and sorority
houses. Kathleen Armens re the alley in
the 600 block between South Dodge and South
Johnson Streets. Ms. Armens will be
requested to submit a petition signed by
adjacent property owners requesting the
alley be paved by special assessment.
Letters re Blackhawk Minipark from:
Barbara Baker; Anna Moore; Charles Eble;
Sonia Ettinger; and Jim Spratt. Roberta
Patrick, President of Elderly Services
Agency, requesting additional funds,
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referred to the Human Services Planner for
recommendation. Women's Resource and
Action Center re Council consideration of
the proposed revisions to the Human Rights
Ordinance. Michael Lensing of the Knights
of Columbus requesting information about
land at the corner of Linn and Harrison
Streets, referred to the City Manager after
Council consideration. Memos from the
Traffic Engr. re Parking Prohibition on
Commercial Drive and Parking on Kimball
Avenue.
Applications for Use of Streets and
Public Grounds: Betty Hellwig to have a
block party on California Avenue between
Sycamore and Burns, approved. Sigma Chi
Fraternity to have a Run for Your Life on
9/17/83 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
motion - carried and repeated the public
hearings as set.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Balmer,
to set a public hearing for 10/11/83 on an
amended preliminary and final Planned Area
Development (PAD) and Large Scale
Residential Development (LSRO) plan for
Lots 94 and 95, Ty'n Cae Subdivision, Part
2. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
A public hearing was held on a
proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
which would provide for zero lot line
structures.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed rezoning of 1.6 acres in the
southwest quadrant of the intersection of
Gilbert and Prentiss Streets from C2 to
R3A. Atty. John Cruise appeared rep. Boyd
and Rummelhart.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed rezoning of certain property
located at 522 S. Dubuque Street from C2 to
R3B.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed rezoning of the entire Highway
Commercial (CH) zoning district located
north of the intersection of First Avenue
and Muscatine Avenue. The Mayor noted two
objections had been received earlier and
correspondence received this evening by
Gene Kroeger and others indicated a
misunderstanding and objections had been
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withdrawn. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by
Dickson, to accept and place on file the
letter from Gene Kroeger and other attached
correspondence. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret
absent.
A public hearing was held on a
proposed amendment to the sign provisions
of the Zoning Ordinance to permit the same
signage in the RNC -20 zone as is permitted
in other multi -family zones.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed disposition of vacated portions of
Sunset Street and the frontage road between
Highway 1 and Bryn Mawr, Heights, Part 13.
Dickson noted the two parcels were too
small to be developed.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-293, Bk. 79, pp. 868-869,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT DISPOSING OF
VACATED PORTIONS OF SUNSET STREET AND THE
FRONTAGE ROAD BETWEEN HIGHWAY 1 AND BRYN
MAWR HEIGHTS, PART 13. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adopt RES. 83-294, Bk. 79, pp. 870-873,
ADOPTING THE PREFERRED ALIGNMENT FOR FOSTER
ROAD, EAST AND WEST OF PRAIRIE OU CHIEN. 1
Mark Tade and Nancy Purington, 1706 Prairie
du Chien, appeared re potential loss of I
Private timber or land if this alignment f
were followed. Councilmembers explained
that a tour of the three possible
alignments showed this the most practical.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer,
to adopt RES. 83-295, Bk. 79, P. 874,
AUTHORIZING THE OPENING OF A DEDICATED
RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED SOUTH OF HAYWOOD DRIVE
FOR IMPROVEMENT AS A CITY STREET, AND -
NAMING THAT STREET ANDOVER DRIVE.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by ,
that the OR INANCEe VACATINGded A PORTIONcOF
THE DES MOINES STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED
IMMEDIATELY WEST OF GILBERT STREET, be
given first vote for passage. Affirmative
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roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perr•et
absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer,
that ORD. 83-3144, Bk. 22, pp. 133-134,
VACATING CERTAIN ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY
ABUTTING THE EAST PROPERTY LINE OF 522 S.
DUBUQUE STREET, be passed and adopted.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Erdahl,
that the ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 521 KIRKWOOD AVENUE
FROM M1 TO R2, be given first vote for
passage. Individual Councilmembers
expressed their views on the request. Pat
Gilpin, 710 Diana Ct., appeared and
requested the parcel not revert to RM -20
designation in the new zoning ordinance.
The Mayor declared the motion defeated,
2/4, with the following division of roll
call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl. Nays:
Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Balmer,
Absent: Perret.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
that the ORDINANCE REZONING LOTS 22-23 AND
64-71 OF WESTGATE ADDITION LOCATED ON
KESWICK DRIVE AND WESTGATE CIRCLE, be given
second vote for passage. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Shelley Plattner, 58 Sunrise Village,
presented materials and asked Council to
reconsider their decision to keep bike
lanes. He also requested that the lanes be
reviewed by the Public Works Director to
insure comformity with UTCD manual.
Plattner requested Council consider
changing signs to indicate that bikes may
use curb lanes, similar to the recent
change in bikes may use sidewalk signs. •He
urged Council continue to request uniform
enforcement of traffic laws for motorists
and bicyclists.
The Mayor announced no applications
for the appointment to the Board of
Electrical Examiners and Appeals had been
received. The vacancy will be re -
advertised and an appointment made in 30
days.
Councilmember Dickson noted a number
of safety complaints re construction
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walkways in the downtown area, especially
on Linn Street. Staff will investigate.
The Mayor read two pieces of
correspondence: 1) a letter from the
International Institute of Municipal
Clerks announcing the certification of City
Clerk Marian Karr, and 2) a letter from the
State City Managers Association
congratulating City Manager Neal Berlin on
his 20 years as City Manager. McDonald
noted a drainage problem on North Van Buren
and Fairchild. Staff will investigate.
The City Manager announced that the
developer for the downtown hotel has
decided to proceed quickly and ground
breaking will be Tuesday, September 20, at
5:30 P.M.
Recommendations of the Broadband
Telecommunications Commission noted as
follows: 1) That the City Council grant
Hawkeye Cablevision a 954 increase in basic
service rates, or an 11.9% increase, based
on an average of the increase in
operational, origination and
administration costs incurred by Hawkeye
from 1981 to 1982. A public hearing is set
for October 25, 1983. (The Mayor noted
that Hawkeye is requesting a $2.00
increase.) '2) That a policy regarding the
required extension of cable service to
newly annexed and new housing areas be
approved.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-296, Bk. 79, pp. 875-879,
MAKING AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE 1983
PAVING IMPROVEMENTS (LYON'S 2ND ADDITION)
TO AHERNS CONSTRUCTION, INC. OF CORALVILLE,
IOWA, for $73,045.40. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-297, Bk. 79, pp. 880-911,
AUTHORIZING FILING OF MOTION OF INTENTION
TO ACCEPT URBAN RENE14AL REDEVELOPMENT
PROPOSAL (HOTEL). Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0; Perret absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-298, Bk. 79, pp. 912-913,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST THE FY84 AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF I014A CITY AND THE CITY OF
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TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS
OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, contract amount of
$21,012. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to
adopt RES.. 83-299, Bk. 79, p. 914,
ADOPTING THE MILLER/ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD
IMPROVEMENT PLAN AS REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 403
OF THE CODE OF IOWA. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Karen Hradek thanked the Council for their
action.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald,
to adopt RES. 83-300, Bk. 79, pp. 915-921,
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BOND (VIVA
INVESTMENTS PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000 TO FINANCE
THE COST OF THE ACQUISITION OF A BUILDING
AND THE REHABILITATION AND RENOVATION OF
THE BUILDING AND OF CERTAIN LEASEHOLD
IMPROVEMENTS THEREIN FOR VIVA INVESTMENTS,
AN IOWA PARTNERSHIP; THE EXECUTION OF A
LENDER LOAN AGREEMENT WITH FIRST NATIONAL
BANK OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, PROVIDING THE
TERMS AND SALE OF SUCH BOND; THE EXECUTION
AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH VIVA
INVESTMENTS PROVIDING FOR THE REPAYMENT OF
THE LOAN OF THE PROCEEDS OF SUCH BOND, AND
RELATED MATTERS. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to
adopt RES. 83-301, Bk. 79, pp. 922-927,
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$1,400,000 INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS
(MILLARD WAREHOUSE PROJECT), THE EXECUTION
AND DELIVERY OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST TO
SECURE SAID BONDS, AND THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH LARRY A.
LARSEN DBA MILLARD WAREHOUSE. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson,
to adopt RES. 83-302, Bk. 79, pp. 928-929,
ADOPTING AIRPORT COMMISSION PROPOSAL TO FAA
FOR THE PURPOSE OF REMOVING THE STATUS OF
NON-COMPLIANCE FOR ELIGIBILTY FOR FEDERAL
FUNDING. Airport Commissioner Emmit George
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present for discussion. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
E.K. Jones, 1033 E. Burlington, read a
letter of concerns (distributed at informal
session 9/12/83). John Dane, R.R. 3, also
appeared. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by
McDonald, to accept the correspondence from
E.K. Jones. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer,
that the ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 31 TO
PROVIDE THAT SIGNS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY BE
LICENSED AND FOR ELIMINATION OF SUCH SIGNS
BY JUNE 30, 2003, be given first vote for
passage. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the
proposed rent control ordinance presented
under initiative procedures of the Iowa
City Charter. The following people
appeared: Karen Kubby, 914 S. Dubuque;
Mike Donato, 1123 Franklin; Jim Rhodes, 522
Hawkeye Drive; Darlene Clausen, 323
Fairchild; Jeff Denburg, 1141 E. College;
Erik. Pauls, 1027 Sheridan Avenue; Joe
Marron, 323 Fairchild; Sue Young, 919
Talwrn Ct., who presented a statement from
Norm Bailey; Sincha Plisner, 1958 Broadway;
Jim Berry, 410 Highland Ct.; Barbara
Waters, 2928 Stanford; Larry Svaboda, 35
Lakeview Knoll; Robert Hibbs, 606 Reno
Street; Robert Bender, 335 S. Clinton;
Edwin Barker, R.R. l; Mark Hamer, 119
Washington Park Rd.; Angie Ryan, 122 S.
Linn; Miriam Young, 1720 Muscatine Avenue;
Tony Schebler, 1015 W. Benton; Jane C.
Vincent, 121 Cardiff Circle; James Schwab,
1027 Sheridan Avenue; Dennis Ryan, 32B
Meadowbrook; Don Doumakes, 1429 Lakeside;
Jackie Majerus, P.O. Box 501; Peter Grady,
2920 E. Court Street; James Barfuss, 802 E.
Washington; Nance Carlson, 1002 E.
Jefferson. The Mayor announced that the
matter will be discussed and voted upon on
September 27. Any information to be
reviewed by Council re this matter should
be submitted to the City Clerk's office by
Thursday, September 22, for distribution to
Councilmembers. Moved by Balmer, seconded
by Dickson, to receive and file the
correspondence submitted. The Mayor
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declared the motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adjourn 12:40 a.m. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret
absent.
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declared the motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to
adjourn 12:40 a.m. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret
absent.
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September 27, 1983
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 9/27/83, at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic
Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
Dickson, Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser. Absent: Perret. Staffinembers
present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Boothroy, Franklin, Gannon, Farmer,
Holderness, Karr. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 83-31, Side 1,
1 -End and Side 2, 1-1796.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-303, Bk. 79,
p. 930, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR SYLVESTER NEUZIL. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted and presented it to Mr. Neuzil.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-304, Bk. 79,
p. 931, RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR HENRY RIOS. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
The Mayor announced the following proclamations: Higher Education
Week, October 1-8, 1983; Local Government Week, October 3-8, 1983. The
Mayor noted a local government open house to be held on October 4th;
Minority Enterprise Development Week, October 2-8, 1983. The Mayor
noted a letter from HUD; Share A Song Week, September 26 -October 1,
1983.
The Mayor noted the addition of a public hearing re Central Junior
High to the Consent Calendar. 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 as
published, subjecttftoccorrection, astrecommendedmby the/City3Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing Appeals Bd.-
7/12/83; Airport Comm. -9/8/83.
Permit Motions as recommended by the City Clerk: Approving
Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for QuikTrip Corporation dba
QuikTrip, #503, 123 W. Benton. Approving Class C Beer Permit for
Dale E. Watt dba Watt's Food Market, 1603 Muscatine Avenue. Approving
class C.Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Control Products Company
dba Central Pharmacy Center, 701 E. Davenport St. Approving Class
C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for T.I. Investments, Inc. dba
Godfather's Pizza, 531 Highway #1 West. Approving Class C Liquor
License and Sunday Sales for Hilltop Tavern, Ltd. dba Hilltop
Lounge, 1100 N. Dodge. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday
Sales for Lorise and Andre Mallie dba Chez Andre, 1200 Gilbert Ct.
periodpproving of Augusti1 thruments Augustnthe 31, 1983,InasorecommendedObyOther the
Finance Director, subject to audit.
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RES. 83-305, Bk. 79, P. 932, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER
62)THE OF PARTBTWOISION OF MACBRIDEEADDITIONATOLPORTION
IOWA
CITY.
Setting public hearings: RES. 83-806, Bk. 79, p. 933, TO SET
A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 10/11/83 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RUNDELL,
DEARBORN AND CENTER STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS, ETC. ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Motion to set a public hearing for 10/11/83 to receive citizen
comments on a proposed amendment to the 1983 CDBG program and
budget. Motion to set public hearing for 10/3/83 on a public
hearing to consider the disposition of Central Junior High.
Correspondence: Mel Sunshine re
eStransit interchare the nge,
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to the City Manager for reply.
Island Depot, referred to the Legal staff for recommendation. John
Hayek requesting release of sidewalk lien on property at 820 Woodside
Drive, resolution is item 24 on agenda. Robert Downer, attorney
for Mr. and Mrs. William Gilpin, re street, seder and water problems
in the Taft Speedway area and also the extension of city services
in this area, referred to the Public Works Department for recommen-
dation. Margaret and Kenneth MacDonald re Fair Rent Ordinance,
item 32 on agenda. Edwin K. Barker re the proposed rent control
ordinance. Johnson County Auditor re the possibility of using
Council Chambers as a polling place for Precinct 20 to replace
Central Junior High, City Manager to reply after Council discussion.
Joe Holland re Lyman Addition Associates construction project on
Gilbert Street. Memos from the Civil Service commission
submitting
ent
certified lists of applicants for the following positions:
Plant Operator -Pollution Control; Water Meter Reader -Water; Electrician -
Traffic Eng.; Maintenance Worker I -Water; Mass Transit Operator -
Transit; Mechanic I -Equipment; and Program Specialist -Senior Center.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Karen the
Kubby for use of Blackhawk Minipark to gather people supporting
Fair Rent Ordinance and for use of sidwalksNtonparade
ions tothe
Club Civic
Center on 9/13/83, at 7:30 P.M., approved.
distribute candy and to accept contributions in the central business
district on 10/9/83, approved. Jane Lewis for permission to picket
in front of Emma Goldman Clinic on 9/24/83, approved. Lloyd Dill
to have a Scholarship Run on Saturday, 10/22/83, approved. Sigma
Chi to have a Derby iDDaIowaraie on on 9/24/83, aappoved. James Linn to
sell Buddy Poppies
Affirmatve roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set.
Movedded andmdisposeton and ColIof to set a public
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Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to set public hearings for
10/17 and 10/25/83 on the 1983 Zoning Ordinance and Map. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
noted that both hearings would be held in the Council Chambers at 7:30
P.M. and would be cablevised.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to set a public hearing for
10/25/83 on an ordinance to establish a moratorium on the issuance of
building permits inconsistent with the proposed 1983 Zoning Ordinance
and Map until 12/31/83. The Mayor announced that Council had discussed
this item at the informal session and decided against establishing a
special moratorium. Staffinember Boothroy discussed the possiblity of an
applicant applying for a building permit for a changed use inconsistent
with the proposed ordinance. City Attorney will investigate and prepare
a memo to Council. The Mayor declared the motion to set a public hearing
defeated, 0/6, Perret absent.
A public hearing was held on a proposed amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance regulating the number of roomers permitted in various zones.
Staffinember Boothroy explained the changes in the number of roomers
presently allowed versus number permitted in new ordinance. Rev. John
Johnston, 930 Hudson Avenue, encouraged Council to reject or greatly
revise the ordinance with respect to church group homes. He also presented
a letter from Lisa Greer, Julie Markham, and Rhonda Sierk. Moved by
Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to accept the letter. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent. William Pypes, 815
Clark, appeared voicing concern if the ordinance were adopted. City
Manager noted the ordinance would not affect Systems Unlimited group
homes or other homes for handicapped.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone property at
404-406 South Dubuque Street from R3B to CBS. Atty. John Hayek, represent-
ing Plaza Suite Investors, appeared and asked Council favorably consider
the request.
A public hearing was held on an amended final PAD plan of Lots 122,
123, and 124 of Court Hill -Scott Blvd. Addition, Part 7. Mayor Neuhauser
noted the amended plat was changed to reflect 2 larger buildings instead
of 3 or 4 smaller buildings in the original submission. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first and second consideration and vote be waived and
that ORD. 83-3145, Bk. 22, pp. 135-139, TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO
PROVIDE FOR ZERO LOT LINE STRUCTURES, be voted upon for final passage at
this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent.
The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer, seconded by
McDonald, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE REZONING
1.6 ACRES IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSECTION OF GILBERT AND
PRENTISS STREETS FROM C2 TO R3A, be given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Councilmembers noted their intention to
waive the second consideration and adopt this ordinance and the next
ordinance at their special meeting of October 3rd.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE REZONING
CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 522 SOUTH DUBUQUE STREET FROM C2 TO R36, be
given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved b,
b, that
THE ENTIRE HIGHWAYeCOMMERCIALd(CH)MZONING dDISTRICThLOCCATEDANORTH EOFNING THE
INTERSECTION OF FIRST AVENUE AND MUSCATINE AVENUE TO C2, be given first
vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret
absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
THE SIGN PROVISIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT THE SAME SIGNAGE
IN THE RNC -20 ZONE AS IS PERMITTED IN OTHER MULTI -FAMILY ZONES, be given
first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE VACATING A
PORTION OF THE DES MOINES STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED IMMEDIATELY WEST
clTSTREET, be end vote foa
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call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Ma othe motion
carried.
Moved
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71OFto dWESTGATE ADDITION ot ORD. 83-3146, Bk
LOCATED ON KESWICK DRIVE AND WESTGATE CIRCLE, be passed and adopted.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt an ordinance rezoning
property at 624 South Gilbert Street from C2 to RX The Mayor declared
the motion defeated, 0/6, with the following division of roll call vote:
Ayes: None. Nays: Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Balmer, Dickson.
Absent: Perret.
79, p. 934,bAPPROVING THEonded PRELIMINARYoANDdto FINALaSUBDIVISIONt RES. 3PLAT,OFk
BOYRUM SUBDIVISION, PART 2. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt a resolution approving
the preliminary plat of Court Hill, Part 16. Councilmenbers noted that
the resolution would be denied because of inadequate sewer capacity in
downstream system and problems with street lay out. The Mayor declared
the motion defeated, 0/6, with the following division of roll call vote:
Ayes: None. Nays: Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Balmer, Dickson.
Absent: Perret.
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A public hearing was held on disposition of vacated portion of
Lucas Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-308, Bk.
79, p. 935, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A QUIT CLAIM
DEED CONVEYING VACATED PORTION OF LUCAS STREET. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. 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 Camp Cardinal Road Bridge
Relocation Project. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 83-309, Bk.
79, p. 936, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND COST
ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAMP CARDINAL ROAD BRIDGE RELOCATION
PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the resolution of necessity for Tanglewood -
Ventura Special Paving Assessment Project. Dan Kleinhesselink, 2120
Tanglewood, appeared re payment schedule. The City Manager stated that
the assessment would be 2/3 for the City and 1/3 shared by property
owners. Wm. Grell, R.R. 6, appeared representing Aage Jensen, and
requested that the Jensens be exempted. City Engr. Farmer present for
discussion. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to accept the letter
from Bruce Glasgow representing Washington Park Partnership. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 83-310, Bk. 79,
pp. 937-939, RESOLUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION
OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE TANGLEWOOD-VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT
PROJECT. Individual Councilmembers expressed their views on the assess-
-- - ment. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, to aodpt RES. 83-311, Bk. 79,
p. 940, DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF DETAILED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON TANGLEWOOD-VENTURA SPECIAL
PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-312, Bk. 79,
pp. 941-948, ORDERING BIDS, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF
CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY AND ORDERING
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE AND FIXING A DATE FOR RECEIVING SAME AND FOR A
PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE
OF COSTS ON THE TANGLEWOOD-VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Charlene Knox,
1100 Arthur, to the Housing Commission to fill an unexpired term ending
5/1/84. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret
absent.
Councilmember Dickson acknowledged Mayor Neuhauser's past presidency
on the League of Municipalities and noted the fine job done. Councilmember
Erdahl questioned why the large pines had not been relocated from the
Plaza. City Manager stated that all bushes and shrubs had been moved
but that a problem did arise moving the pines. Erdahl noted the reference
made by a speaker during the public hearing on the Tanglewood -Ventura
Assessment Project re favoratism given individuals on water and sewer
lines. He urged any citizens to contact the City Manager or City Attorney
re any questions on such matters.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-313, Bk. 79,
pp. 949-950, ORDERING BIDS, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF
CONTRACT
PUBLISHICE TO NOTICEBANDEFIXINGXANDATEOUNT OF BID FOR RECEIVINGCSAMEYANDDFORDARING
PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE
OF COSTS ON THE ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING PROJECT - 1983. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-314, Bk. 79,
p. 951, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD STRATEGY AREA CURB RAMP
AND SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM (NORTHSIDE) TO AHRENS CONSTRUCTION OF HARPER,
IOWA, in the amount of $19,025. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-315, Bk. 79,
p. 952, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE TRANSIT MAINTENANCE FACILITY PARKING
IMPROVEMENTS TO L.L. PELLING CO., INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, in the amount
of $290,000. City Engr. Farmer present for discussion. The City Manager
noted this resolution should be adopted subject to filing of the necessary
minority business documents. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-316, Bk. 79,
p. 953, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE ROCKY SHORE BIKEWAY PROJECT TO STREB
CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, in the amount of $31,940.16.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-317, Bk.
79,p. 954, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 83-296. City Engr. Farmer present
for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-318, Bk. 79,
pp. 955-958, MAKING AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 1983 PAVING IMPROVEMENTS
AirmatNIS iND Tlvote
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absent. The unt of Mayor45.40.
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declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, to consider resolution authorizing
release of sidewalk lien on property at 820 Woodside Drive. The Mayor
declared the motion defeated, 0/6, with the following division of roil
call vote: Ayes: None. Nays: Erdahl, Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser,
Balmer, Dickson. Absent: Perret.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 83-319, Bk.
79, pp. 959-962, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A REVISED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
CONTRACT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-320, Bk.
79, pp. 963-967, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR THE
USE OF 1983 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT JOBS BILL FUNDS FOR THE
MYEP JOBS CLUB. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lnch,
pp. 968-979, AUTHORIZINGoTHEdISSUANCEsOF,
$850,000to adotINES. AGGREGATE�PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BONDS (LYMAN ADDITION ASSOCIATES PROJECT) SERIES 1983, WITH THE PROCEEDS
j FROM THE SALE OF THE BONDS TO BE LOANED TO LYMAN ADDITION ASSOCIATES, AN
IOWA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING ALL OR A PORTION
OF THE COST OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING A 28 -
UNIT RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT FACILITY; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN
INDENTURE OF TRUST TO SECURE SAID BONDS; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF
A REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A SECURITY AGREEMENT
WITH THE CITY AS THE SECURED PARTY THEREUNDER AS ADDITIONAL SECURITY FOR
SAID BONDS; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A DEED RESTRICTIONS; THE
EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND LYMAN
ADDITION ASSOCIATES; THE ASSIGNMENT BY THE CITY TO THE TRUSTEE OF THE
RIGHTS AND INTEREST OF THE CITY IN AND TO SAID REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE,
SAID SECURITY AGREEMENT AND SAID LOAN AGREEMENT; THE SALE OF SAID BONDS;
APPOINTMENT OF A TRUSTEE; AND RELATED MATTERS. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-322, Bk- 79,
PP. 980-990, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $650,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BONDS (OUTLOT 25 ASSOCIATES PROJECT) SERIES 1983, WITH THE PROCEEDS FROM
THE SALE OF THE BONDS TO BE LOANED TO OUTLOT 25 ASSOCIATES, AN IOWA
GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING ALL OR A PORTION OF
THE COST OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING a 21 -UNIT
RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT FACILITY; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN INDENTURE
OF TRUST TO SECURE SAID BONDS; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A REAL
ESTATE MORTGAGE; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A DEED RESTRICTIONS; THE
EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND OUTLOT
25 ASSOCIATES; THE ASSIGNMENT BY THE CITY TO THE TRUSTEE OF THE RIGHTS
AND INTEREST OF THE CITY IN AND FOR SAID REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE AND SAID
LOAN AGREEMENT; THE SALE OF SAID BONDS; APPOINTMENT OF A TRUSTEE; AND
RELATED MATTERS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Erdahl, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 83-323, Bk.
79, pp. 991-997, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
WITH SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 83-324, Bk. 79,
pp. 998-1003, FIXING A DATE FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED HOUSING REVENUE
BONDS, SERIES 1983 (SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC. PROJECT). Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 25 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
(parking/storage in parks and playgrounds), be given first vote for
passage. The City Manager explained the problems of City authority in
such cases and long-term parking in parks. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, that the proposed rent control
ordinance presented under the initiative procedures of the Iowa City
Chapter, be given first vote for passage. Individual Councilmembers
expressed their views on the ordinance. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by.
Dickson, to accept the correspondence from Jim Rhodes and Peter Grady
submitted September 21, 1983. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson,
to accept all other correspondence submitted. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent. Councilmember Erdahl
outlined the proposed amendments to the ordinance suggested in the
letter from Jim Rhodes. Mr. Rhodes, 552 Hawkeye Drive, present for
discussion. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to amend the Fair
Rent Ordinance by making the suggested amendments as outlined. The
Mayor declared the motion defeated, 2/4, with the following division of
roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl. Nays: McDonald, Neuhauser,
Balmer, Lynch. Upon roll call vote on the motion to give the ordinance
first consideration, the Mayor declared the motion defeated, 2/4, with
the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson, Erdahl.
Nays: Neuhauser, Balmer, Lynch, McDonald. Absent: Perret. The City
Attorney suggested that a motion be made for the record directing the
City Clerk to contact the Johnson county Commissioner of Elections to
take whatever necessary steps to have this question placed on the ballot
for the November 8, 1983, election. Erdahl so moved, seconded by McDonald.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE TO AMEND
CHAPTER 31 TO PROVIDE THAT SIGNS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY BE LICENSED AND FOR
ELIMINATION OF SUCH SIGNS BY JUNE 30, 2003, be given second vote for
passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Perret absent. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING
SECTION 23-189 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES SO AS TO CHANGE THE SPEED LIMIT
OF HIGHWAY ql FROM RIVERSIDE EAST AND NORTH TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS, be
6/0, Perret absent. passage.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Erdahl, to adjourn 10:15 P.M. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Perret absent.
MAKIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
MARY C < WHAIISER, MAYOR
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Informal Council Discussion: September 26, 1983, 7:35 p.m. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center at the Civic Center in Iowa City. Mayor Nary Neuhauser
presiding.
Councilmembers Present; Neuhauser, Balmer, McDonald, Dickson, Erdahl. Absent:
Perret, Lynch.
City Staff Present: Berlin, Helling, Karr, Jansen, Farmer, Schmeiser•,
Boothroy, Franklin.
Tape-recording: Tape 83-28, Side 2, #605 -End, tape 83-32, Side 1, H1-2065.
East Side Water Storage Tank. Council agreed with tlue memorandum on the
storage tank. There was no discussion.
Old Brick. Berlin said that Jim Harris would like to obtain additional
information from the state so the matter is being postponed at Harrisrequest.
Appointments. McDonald said that he favored Charlene Knox for the open position
on the Housing Commission. Council concurred.
PLANNING & ZONING:
South Dubuque Street Right-of-way. Boothroy said that he would like the public
hearing for both vacation and disposition set for October 25th. Boothroy said
that both Bob Jansen and John Hayek would like the public hearringasyearlyy totas
possible because they'll be in a position to convey the
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developer sometime after October 13. A special meeting on October 17 or 18
would allow 15 days notice for the vacation and disposition. The agenda has
been amended to reflect that the public is both a disposition and vacation.
Jansen said that the 30 day period required before conveyance will expire
October 13 and if this matter would be scheduled for October 18th meeting, the
conveyance could occur the following week. The intention is to have no delay.
Neuhauser said to set the special meeting for October 17.
Building Permits Moratorium. Boothroy said that when the Council set the public
hearing on the 1983 zom ng ordinance and map, there will not be a complete
moratorium. Because of the process for adoption of the Airport Overlay Zone,
some of the land around the airport will be covered by the partial moratorium
governing change of use but not issuance of building permits inconsistent with
the proposed zoning ordinance. A special moratorium must be imposed to cover
the entire city. The Planning & Zoning Commission does not feel that it is
necessary because of the time of year and process of passing the zoning
ordinance by the end of the year. Buildings consistent with use under both the
new and old zoning ordinances would not be prohibited. Copies of the new
proposed ordinance should be available September 27th. It has not been
determined how many structures would be made nonconforming under the new
ordinance. Boothroy said that if the ordinance is adopted by December 31st lie
doesn't see much need for the general moratorium. Neuhauser said the general
moratorium doesn't seem necessary and should be voted down.
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1983 Zoning Ordinance. Boothroy said the Council should set a public hearing on
the 1983 zoning ordinance for October 17, 18, or 25. Erdahl suggested October
17 at 7:30 for the public hearing and then public hearing at the regular October
25th meeting. Berlin said letters will be sent to people who have appeared at
previous public hearings on the issue, bringing the pW is hearings to their
attention.
Central Junior Nigh. Jansen said the Mercy Hospital attorneys are requiring the
City to go through the procedure in the Iowa Code requiring a public hearing. At
the September 27th regular meeting, a motion to set a public hearing should be
passed. The public hearing will allow the conveyance. Neuhauser said that if
there is any objections at the public hearing, she would be unwilling to take
action that night. The public hearing will be held October 3rd with a vote on
the following Tuesday (October 11).
Roomers. Boothroy said that this proposed amendment makes the number of roomers
permitted per dwelling unit consistent with the proposed zoning ordinance. In
the single-family zones, the number of roomers permitted is reduced from two to
one while in the R2, RNC -20, and R3 is reduced from three to two. In R3A, the
number of roomers stays the same. Schmeiser• said that the Planning & Zoning
Commission has changed the provisions for respective parking to only one-half
space per roomer. Neuhauser asked that an amendment be made to make this
consistent with the new zoning ordinance. Jansen noted that all single-family
dwellings that have roomers under the present code would be permitted to
continue in that status for one year and then they would be non -conforming or it
would be a housing violation. Definition of family unit remains intact which
would allow three unrelated people in each part of the duplex. Currently, four
are allowed. Neuhauser noted that this still is very restrictive.
404-406 South Dubuque. Franklin said that developers wished to change these
lots from residential to mixed commercial and residential development. This is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the Planning & Zoning Commission
recommend it. Roughly 13 units would be allowed on the property under CBS, the
same as the current R3A. CBS is requested so that commercial can be put on the
ground floor. staff will evaluate on -street parking including meters. Traffic
circulation developments. Themshave arkin Bxisted ram lpast.
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short-term meters would help.
Court Hill -Scott Boulevard Addition. This is a change from the original plan of
a four-plex and two duplexes to two four-plexes with a single parking area
accessed from Oberlin. Franklin showed details on a map. Variations from side
yard requirements and parking design standards because of the placement of two
buildings on three lots. Neuhauser said that the revision looks more sensible
than the original plan.
Zero Lot Line. Schmeiser noted that slight modifications have been made to the
Zero LOt Line Ordinance to clarify the language and make the language consistent
with the new ordinance. Placement of buildings on lots and lot size in
particular zones were modified to match the new ordinance. Schmeiser noted that
zero lot line dwellings must maintain a ten foot side yard on any side they don't
abut another building. An easement from abutting owners must be obtained by
zero lot line dwelling owners which would prevent abutters from building
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additions that would reduce the side yard to less than ten feet. The language of
the changes should expedite adoption of the ordinance. First consideration will
be at the September 27th meeting.
Gilbert and Prentiss Rezoning. No discussion.
522 South Dubuque. No discussion.
Highway Commercial. No discussion.
Signage in RNC -20. No discussion.
Des Moines Street. No discussion.
Westgate Addition. No discussion.
624 South Dubuque Street. Franklin said that she spoke to Lacina and the
problems with the property have not been resolved. Lacina understands that the
rezoning will probably be denied at the September 27th meeting.
Pyrum Subdivision Part 2. Franklin noted that the Planning & Zoning
Commission has recomended approval. The developer will install the paving and
the City will assume the costs for the difference in street width required to a
maximum of $9,000 at a cost of $18.50 per cubic yard.
Court Hill; Part 16. Franklin noted that when this plat was before the Council
last spring there were questions whether the street should be opened and wehther
the sewer hookup should be allowed. The Planning & Zoning Commission
recommended denial based on inadequate sewer capacity in the downstream system
as well as subdivision design considerations. Subsequently, the developer
brought to staff's attention an agreement that was made between the City and
developer giving the developer the right to hook up to the sewer. Jansen stated
that the City purchased 2.68 acres from Plum Grove Acres a year ago for the new
public housing site. The agreement included a provision that Plum Grove Acres
would install an extension to the sanitary sewer. That agreement was adopted by
the Council. The agreement was furnished to Plum Grove, Inc. They returned it
to Mr. Seydel with a letter indicating that there were some changes made in the
agreement. The transaction was closed and the agreement and escrow agreement
were signed. Subsequently, it was discovered that language had been inserted in
the agreement which permitted the developer to hook up to the City sewer system.
Jansen said that the agreement signed differed from the agreement authorized by
the Council. Jansen was not aware of the change of wording when the contract was
signed. There is a question whether there is a valid contract between the City
and Plum Grove Inc. Neuhauser expressed extreme displeasure with the actions of
the developer. John Cruise, attorney of the developer, said that Jansen
correctly reported the facts. Cruise emphasized that the contract returned to
the City was a negotiated contract. Cruise said that he felt that the contract
was negotiated between Mr. Glasgow and Mr. Seydel. Neuhauser said that she
doesn't feel that the letter from Mr. Cruise which accompanied the revised
contract was a valid notice. Jansen read the letter aloud. Cruise said that
Seydel was representing the City. Cruise said that the cahnges were made before
signatures were obtained. Neuhauser said the Council was not notified of the
substantive changes to the agreement. Berlin said that iie doesn't hold Seydel
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responsible for review of contracts. Erdahl said the question is whether the
contract is now enforceable. Balmer said that someone should be held
accountable for the mistake. Neuhauser• said that she has no intention of
approving the resolution because of insufficient sewer capacity and questioned
validity of the agreement between the City and Plum Grove. The Council agreed
to discuss the matter further in executive session since it could lead to
litigation. Franklin noted that the plat calls for Peterson Street to be
extended and creates one large lot for which an additional access onto Scott
Boulevard could be requested in the future. Balmer said that access onto Scott
Boulevard shouldn't be allowed. Franklin said that Planning & Zoning Commission
and the staff do not support the design, and that the developer had expressed a
willingness to look at other designs.
Urban Fringe. Erdahl called attention to the unwillingness of the Board to
downzone. He also pointed out the problems with Area 9. Boothroy said that
areas could be deannexed if they would never become part of the urban area. He
said that Hunter's Run had problems being accessed to the sewer. Erdahl said
the County is getting a legal opinion on the planned commercial process so small
convenience stores might be allowed but not shopping malls. The Kirkwood sewer
system would service the area. Strip developement shouldn't be a concern.
Clear Creek Investment Development. Neuhauser said that the high tech proposal
was recently developed. Berlin said that the University is interested in
businesses that would interface between the University and private concerns.
UDAG funding plus state interests make funding more likely. Neuhauser said the
owner of the property seems committed and knowledgeable. Detailed talks
detailing road access, etc. haven't taken place. UDAG funds would help the
developer avoid front development costs for water, sewer, and roads. The
development would just be on the east side of the new interstate. Erdahl
expressed concern about sponsorship of roads, waternrains, and sewers in terms of
tax abatement. Neuhauser said that three year updates for urban fringe could
better serve the areas needed.
Rundell Storm Sewer. Balmer said that the storm sewer is almost no longer cost
effective. Erdahl said that he hates to spend $270,000 and not get the job done.
Farmer said that the cost now is estimated to be $292,000. Berlin said that he'd
like to see the issue deferred until detailed figures can be obtained. Balmer
pointed out that the original estimate was $181,000 which was revised to
$196,000. Erdahl suggested that the neighborhood be kept informed on the
details. Berlin said the issue will be scheduled for the next informal
discussion.
COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA:
1. Dale Sanderson Correspondence. Berlin recommended that the City provide
an easement or conveyance for the old Rock Island depot since it is a
historical structure.
2. Johnson County Auditor Correpondence. Berlin said that the ocly problem
with using the City Council Chambers as a replacement polling place for
Central Junior High is that a regularly scheduled meeting might have to be
rescheduled. Balmer suggested using the fire station and Neuhauser
suggested the Civic Center lobby. Berlin said that space requirements and
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handicapped accessibility limits options. Neuhauser suggested an
additional Recreation Center polling site. Berlin suggested using the Iowa
City Senior Center. Berlin said that Tom Slockett would be present later
in the meeting.
3. 820 Woodside Drive. Balmer said that he doesn't want to release the
sidewalk lien and the sidewalk should be installed. Berlin noted that
sidewalks can be forced in by threatening special assessments.
4. Parking Improvements (agenda item 20). Dickson asked why the Pelling bid
was so much lower than the Engineer's estimate. Berlin said the estimate
had to be based on previous experience. He added that the contract should
be signed subject to filing of the necessary minority participation
documents.
5. Polling Locations. Tom Slockett explained that other locations besides
the Civic Center have been considered, but because the boundaries of the
precinct are Washington, Dubuque, Dodge, and Bloomington streets, the
choices of public buildings are limited. Mercy Hospital seems to be an
inappropriate polling place. The Methodist Church has been a polling place
in the past. Berlin suggested the Senior Center as a possible place and
said he would have Bette Meisel speak to the Senior Center Commission about
the possibility.
6. Parking Permits. Berlin said that the parking study was scheduled to end
in September but that date will not be met because the agreement with the
hotel concerning the parking ramp is still being negotiated and that will
be a key to some of the recommendations. He added that the study should be
done in the next two to four weeks. Berlin said that parking permits for
the Clinton Street parking ramp are restricted to the upper levels. He
said that Vitosh believes that permits may have to be reduced if Iriglr use
of the ramp continues. McDonald noted that permits could be moved from the
Clinton Street ramp to the Dubuque Street ramp. Neuhauser suggessted
monthly permits be moved to the Dubuque Street ramp before the Christmas
season. Councilmembers concurred with the suggestion.
7. Stop Signs. Erdahl asked about the Oakland and Court streets stop signs
and the no right turn on red sign at Summit and Burlington. Berlin said
that a report is forthcoming.
8. Systems Unlimited (agenda item 29). Berlin will check to see if there are
limits to the issuance of IRB bonds for Systems Unlimited. Karr noted that
the correct figure should be $375,000 maximum rather than $275,000.
9. Rent Control Ordinance (agenda item 32). Neuhauser noted that, if the
ordinance is voted down, the public will have other opportunities for
input. The Council has received additional material on the ordinance from
various people.
10. Procter & Gamble Tour. Neuhauser noted the details of the tour. Balmer
indicated he will attend. Berlin added that staff that meets with Procter
& Gamble routinely is also invited.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to go into executive session, Section
28A.5b, litigation, to discuss strategy with council in matters that are
presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure
would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the disposition of the governmental I
body in that litigation, and Section 20, collective bargaining, to discuss as a
public employer, strategy regarding collective bargaining with City employee
organizations, as such is excepted from the provisions of Chapter 28A according
to Chapter 20.17(3). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Perret and
Lynch absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Meeting adjourned to executive session at 9:35.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION: September 26, 1983, 9:40 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
ILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser.
Absent: Lynch, Perret.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr.
TAPE-RECORDED ON Reel #29, Side 2, 945 -End and Side 1, 01-02.
Moved by Dickson,. seconded by McDonald, to adjourn to executive
session under Section 28A.Sb 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
disposition of the governmental body in that litigation, and Section
20 to discuss.as a public employer, strategy regarding collective
bargaining with City employee organizations, as such is excepted from
-the provisions of Chapter 28A according to Chapter 20.17(3).
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Perret and Lynch absent.
The Mayordeclared the motion carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Balmer to adjourn, 10:00 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 5/0, Perret and Lynch absent.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION: September 26, 1983, 9:40 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.
ILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser.
Absent: Lynch, Perret.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Karr.
TAPE-RECORDED ON Reel #29, Side 2, 945 -End and Side 1, 01-02.
Moved by Dickson,. seconded by McDonald, to adjourn to executive
session under Section 28A.Sb 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
disposition of the governmental body in that litigation, and Section
20 to discuss.as a public employer, strategy regarding collective
bargaining with City employee organizations, as such is excepted from
-the provisions of Chapter 28A according to Chapter 20.17(3).
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Perret and Lynch absent.
The Mayordeclared the motion carried.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Balmer to adjourn, 10:00 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 5/0, Perret and Lynch absent.
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