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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-11-07 Correspondence%L �.�..��. I11\lA In.19\alr��l Ur' Ia.\\]1'lltt lnllll\ /� r,,,m nmJs nIC AV DAISIO\ r.l iQ5 Application for use of C'ouniv Johnson Ifighway Right of way for •• Utilities Accommodation Pernit No. SZ —$-75" Applicant Northwestern Bell Telephone Company n.mr m n..rn 830 First Avenue N.E. Cedar Rapids Iowa 52402 moll Islnq v.r rmrr Iowa Department of Transportation Ames. Iowa $0010 Gentlemen: Approval is hereby requested for the use of Primary Highway Jl in Sec. 2 I\umFrl T 79N rR 6W Johnson County on the north edge of Iowa Strf$ Ci ty from at Highway Station(s) No. 31+20 to 33+25 for the accommodation of at( — telephone cable line for the transmission of voice signals The installation shall consist of — placing buried cable as shown on the attached sketch rI4pA1J IkwPenm min depth 36" below surface min depth under concrete slab 48" J.O. =30661 and will be located as shown on the detailed plat attached hereto AGREESIENTS: The utility company, corporation, applicant, permit holder or licensee, (hereinafter referred to as the permit holder) agrees that the following stipulations shall govern under this permit. 1 1. The location, construction and maintenance of the utility installation covered by this application shall he in accordance with the 1 current Iowa Department of Transportation Utility Accommodation Police. 2. The installation shall meet the req uircments of local municipal, county, state, and federal laws, franchise rules. and regulations, regulations and dircctiwcs of the Iowa State Commerce Commission, Utilities Division, the Iowa State Department of Health. all rules and regulations of the Iowa Department of Transportation, and any other laws or regulations applicable. 3. The permit holder shall be fully responsible for any future adjustments of its tacilitics within the established highway right of way caused by highway' construction or maintenance operations. 4. The lmva Department of Transportation shallgiwe thepermit holderat least 48 horns written notice ofany proposed construction or maintenance work, on either existing or newly acquired right -of -tray, 111-11 is likely to conflict with the installation belonging to the permit holder in order that the permit holder may arrange to protect its faciiitics. .3. The State of Iowa and the Iowa Department of Transportation assume no responsibility for damages w the permit holder *$ property occasioned by any construction or maintenance operations on said highway. h. The permit holder shall take all reasonable precaution during the eonstructionand maintenance ofsaid installations to protect and safeguard the lives and property of the traveling public and adjacent property owners. 1. The permit holder agrees to give the Iowa Department of Transportation forty-eight hours' notice of its intention to start construction on the highway right-of-way. Said notice shall he made in writing to the Engineer whose name is shorn below. g. The permit holderagrees to itall timcsgive [tic lowa Department of Transportation timely notice of intention to perform routine maintenance within the right-of-way. Said notice shall be to the Engineer whose name is shown below. �9. The permit holder, and its enntractors, shall carry on theconstruction or repair of the accommodated unility with serious regard to the safety of the public. Ttffte protection shall be in accordance will Part VI of Ile current Iowa Department of Transportation Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways. Flagging operationsarc the responsibilityof the permit holder. Theoriginal placement ofsigns and removal on completion of the I work shall be accomplished by the permit holder. 10. Operations in the construction and maintenance of said utility installation shall he carried on in such a manner as to cause ,minimum of interference to or distraction of traffic on said highway. A, 3 o9.z 1 rl. l ne permit holdershall be responsible '^ nydamagC Lila[may result to saw n igllwatr1 Juse Of lhecollstt t1cllon npc,ditdiw maintenance of said utility, and shall reimbul.-she Stateof Iowa or the Iowa Department of r ransportation any expenditure that the Stare of Iowa orthe Iowa Department of Transportation may have to make on said highway because of said Permit Holder's s utility having been constructed, operated• and maintained thereon. Q. The permit holder shall idemnify and save harmless the State of Iowa• and the Iowa Department of Transportation from any and all causes of action, suits at law or in equity or losses• damages, claims• or demands, and from any and all liability and expense of whatsoever nature for, on account of. or due to the acts or ommissions of said Permit holders officers• members• agents, represents - gives. contractors• employees or assigns arising out of or inconnection with its (or their) use oroccupancy of the public highway under this permit. 13. Non-compliance with any of the terms of the Iowa Department of Transportation policy, permit. or agreement. may be considered cause for shutdown of utility construction operations or withholding of relocation reimbursement until compliance is assured, or revocation of the permit. The cost of any work caused to be performed by the State in removal of non -complying construction will be assessed against the permit holder. 14. A copy of the approved permit shall be available on the job site at all limes for examination by Department of Transportation officials. 15. This permit shall terminate 20 years from date of approval for gas and water mains outside the corporate limits of a municipality in accordance with the Code of Iowa. Chapter 320. Renewal may be requested. 16. The following special requirements will apply to this permit: APPLICANT: Northwestern Bell Telephone Company %._00..' 830 First Avenue N.E. By X I I -tle G. E. Allen Engined[" Distr. We — /n __y" Y.,3 Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402 APPROVAL OF CITY OR TOWN (If propo me is within an inCorVorated town or city, the Council of said town or city must grant approval for installation.) 'T sun rsigned city town] Ins thegrants embodied in thea6nve permit executed be the Iowa Department of Transportation on co ditio II- f [h ovenan s and undertakings therein running to the Iowa Department of Transportation shall insure to the bene n f th t1t Idersi ne ' y o •n. The permit is appr�dfby the below delegated city or town official. A By APPROVAL BY TILE BURIED INSTALLATIONS Date //-8-63 Date _45�3 APPROVAL BY THE STATE FOR BRIDGE ATTACHMENTS Recommended Iwrr Approved IAurwr MunrruKr Innen \nun of intention to start construction on the highway right -of -any shall be sent to: Adam. ,olice of intention to start mainlemme on the highway right -of.way shall be sent la: (.I.. Arrau snn..r 0 I � v •m`1 fa,[ ar .L• ru�Rlem�,, mu. } fSl;1/Rr IO' J N ROM N 1. /[L "eAMA"M IMRR M OE AT5rM,M M 01MMRL OK eemx ce,vcvnov. ror row esierAM anrw n� A411wfa �r�r N wrt�n MI11f111�! OcIp rM.�ner.oa rtauxu Mone � o.0 IT 15 HEREBY CERTIFIED THAT, an the .. ?0th. . day of Octg0@T%... ....... A. 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I............ le w .109" Tire were, ......................................................................hollers on, of which ............................................hod ............................................ vice .............................................hod....... .................................... well ............................................. hod ............................................. valve --------------------- wd.................. ............................................................ wwlwen Eloped PON THE 011101 O/------------------------------------------------------- 1... ier:i ...N be We" These w.r.......................................................................belies wp, of which .................. hod ............................................ whose .............................................hod............................................. 0M .............................................had ............................................ vete .............................................had .............................. :............. vete GRA- .................................................. *11,1111"w**,ffi ....... o.wwe/wwe Oka" M 309.3 Ci 3�ts� I LED OCT 23 1983 CAROLYN SMITH, President CITY CLERK SALLY STUTSMAN, Vice President SUZANNE KOURY, Secretary MYRNA SNAKENBERG, Treasurer The Honorable Mayor Mary Neuhauser and Members of the Iowa City Council Civic Center Iowa City, Iowa 52240 D15TRICTMDE PAREW57 ORGAN %XA-00K 20 No-rth Seventh Avenue Iowa City, Iowa 52240 October 25, 1989 Dear Mayor Neuhauser and Council Members Shortly before school was dismissed for summer vacation this year, we were contacted by the Grant Wood Elementary School P.T.O. Safety Chairman regarding her concerns for the safety of the large number of children crossing Sycamore at the Cali- fornia intersection. As you know, this is a heavily traveled four lane street, and disregard for the 30 mph speed limit is prevalent. This fall we suggested the Grant Wood parents do a count of the number of school children using this crossing. Please see the attached showing the results of their count. As a result of the above mentioned count and our discussions of the problem with Harvey Miller and James Hrachtel, Chief Miller has requested an increase in the 1984-85 Adult Cross- ing Guard Program so that an adult guard can be hired for that intersection. We urge that you act favorably on his request. The Adult Crossing Guard Program is a valuable service insuring. the safe crossing of our school children. We are appreciative of the City's providing us with this service. Enc. 1 coi Harvey Miller David Cronin Walter Schnelle Grant Wood P.T.O. Sincerely yours, Mary rey, Chairidan D.P.O Safety Committee GRANT WOOD SCHOOL CHILDREN Sycamore at California Fall, 1983 DATE CHILDREN CARS BUSES TIME 19-12 59 no count no count 8110-8135 A. M. 86 68 3 8110-8135 A. M. _ I19-13 9-21 68 79 3 8'1O-8135 A. M. 19-22 60 76 3 8110-8135 A. M. 9-19 4 19 1 11155 A. M.-12110 P. M. 9-27 1 30 11'30-11145 A. M. 9-23 93 105 3100-3,25 P. M. 9-26 86 93 3100-3130 P. M. 9-27 j 89 91 3800-3125 P. M. Li �oa�D OCT 211983 MARIAN K. KARR CITY CLERK (3) 7" 3/0/ Li 331 ^ (E) M310 Allo 8aVi l ')1 NV18VIN 6 Klrkmood Circle Iowa City, Iowa 061 X" i Nov. 3, 1963 Mayor Neuhauser a and City Council Deer Mavor and Council: Re: Kirkwood Circle Drainage, surfacing and curbs. The Committee on CDBG Funding has finally approved $,60,000 for the above project. No drainage was provided for this srea 40 years ago. Heavy or even light rains, and the melting of snow from the Circle area, has caused damage to the street, and water seepage to most of our basements. The street Is crumbling, and curbing broken and gone. The entire area has been a problem for entrance to our homes. There are 9 homes in the Circle; we are all homeowners, and do not rent. Some of us have lived here 30 years, I have lived here 22 years. eleven are retirees. We are so grateful the CDBG Committee has approved 160,000 for work on this much over -due area pro,jeet. We will all be thankful for ,your final O.K. Sincerely P.S. Why doesn't the City request CDBG funds for the needed sewers and our water treatment faollity? What greater need and benefit for the entire community! The approval of "vans" and "parks" is fine, but without ede- good water, there isn't much quate sewers, drainage, and of a City. October 27, 1983 Mayor Mary Neuhauser and Iowa City Council Members Civic Center 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Re: Proposed zoning ordinance Dear Mayor Neuhauser and Council Members: I would like to have this letter placed on record as a follow-up to my oral presentation at the public hearing on the proposed zoning ordinance which was held on October 25, 1983. I am concerned about the number of non-conforoi ties which will be created by the provisions of the proposed zoning ordinance, especially in view of the Statement of Intent in Section 1-68 that it is the intent to restrict and eventually eliminate non -conforming uses. To the best of my knowledge, there has been no study conducted by the staff that would properly inform you of the number of non -conformities that will be created by the new ordinance. i The applicable provisions of the ordinance are the Definitions appearing in Section 1-3.1(n) for non -conforming buildings, non -conforming lots, and non- conforming uses, and also the provisions of Section 1.70 in reference to non- conforming lots of record, Section 1.71 in reference to non -conforming uses, and Section 1.72 in reference to non -conforming buildings. Under the present zoning ordinance, the minimum front yard width for R2, R3, R3A, and 11313 zones is 50 feet. Under the new proposed ordinance, RM -20 has a 60 -foot lot width requirement, RNC -20 has a 40 foot lot width requirement, and RM -12 has a 60 -foot lot width requirement for multiple -family dwellings. Therefore, if property presently located in an R2, R3, R3A, or R3B zone is placed in an RM -20 or an RM -12 zone, and if it just meets the present ordi- nance minimum requirements for lot width, the lot will not conform to the pro- visions of the new ordinance for lot width. Under the definition of Section 1-3.1(n)(2), such property would constitute a non -conforming lot. If the pro- perty was in an R3A zone which had a minimum area per unit of 1,000 square feet and is placed in an RM -20 zone with a minimum area per unit of 1,800 square feet, then under the provisions of Section 1.70(b), the multiple family building located on such non -conforming lot could not be re -constructed or structurally altered because it would not meet the lot area requirements per unit of the RM -20 zone. This same result would apply to property that is presently located in an R3 zone if placed in an RM -20 zone, as such property could not meet the area -per-unit requirements of the new zone. j 3/o3 F L E D OCT2d 1983 LAW orrlcce or LEPP, LEFF, MEPP, BAUPEBT & TBAW •-_- ARTHUR O. LCrr LL290UTH L INN 6TRCCT-P.O. BOX SILT CII �. CLERK PHorv[ 33a-7 51 PHILIP A. LCrr IQ WA CITY. IOWA AR[/. COOC 31. ALAN R.LCrr 32211 R. SRUCC HAUPCRT CHARLES T. TRAW October 27, 1983 Mayor Mary Neuhauser and Iowa City Council Members Civic Center 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Re: Proposed zoning ordinance Dear Mayor Neuhauser and Council Members: I would like to have this letter placed on record as a follow-up to my oral presentation at the public hearing on the proposed zoning ordinance which was held on October 25, 1983. I am concerned about the number of non-conforoi ties which will be created by the provisions of the proposed zoning ordinance, especially in view of the Statement of Intent in Section 1-68 that it is the intent to restrict and eventually eliminate non -conforming uses. To the best of my knowledge, there has been no study conducted by the staff that would properly inform you of the number of non -conformities that will be created by the new ordinance. i The applicable provisions of the ordinance are the Definitions appearing in Section 1-3.1(n) for non -conforming buildings, non -conforming lots, and non- conforming uses, and also the provisions of Section 1.70 in reference to non- conforming lots of record, Section 1.71 in reference to non -conforming uses, and Section 1.72 in reference to non -conforming buildings. Under the present zoning ordinance, the minimum front yard width for R2, R3, R3A, and 11313 zones is 50 feet. Under the new proposed ordinance, RM -20 has a 60 -foot lot width requirement, RNC -20 has a 40 foot lot width requirement, and RM -12 has a 60 -foot lot width requirement for multiple -family dwellings. Therefore, if property presently located in an R2, R3, R3A, or R3B zone is placed in an RM -20 or an RM -12 zone, and if it just meets the present ordi- nance minimum requirements for lot width, the lot will not conform to the pro- visions of the new ordinance for lot width. Under the definition of Section 1-3.1(n)(2), such property would constitute a non -conforming lot. If the pro- perty was in an R3A zone which had a minimum area per unit of 1,000 square feet and is placed in an RM -20 zone with a minimum area per unit of 1,800 square feet, then under the provisions of Section 1.70(b), the multiple family building located on such non -conforming lot could not be re -constructed or structurally altered because it would not meet the lot area requirements per unit of the RM -20 zone. This same result would apply to property that is presently located in an R3 zone if placed in an RM -20 zone, as such property could not meet the area -per-unit requirements of the new zone. j 3/o3 Mayor Mary Neuhauser and Iowa City Council Members Re: Proposed zoning ordinance Page 2 October 27, 1983 The provisions of Section 1-70(b) are, therefore, in direct conflict with the provisions of Section 1-71 and 1-72, which provide that property constituting a non -conforming use or with a non -conforming building could be re- constructed on that property if damaged to an extent less than 100% of its assessed value. A further area of confusion in this regard is the definition of "assessed value" which appears in Section 1-3.1(a)(10). This definition provides for the value of real property as determined for tax purposes, which value will include both the land and the buildings. It is not clear from the wording of Section 1-70, Section 1-71, and Section 1-72 as to whether the extent of dam- age relates to that portion of the assessed value attributed to buildings, or whether it is the total assessed value of the property. I feel that it is essential that this definition be clarified to avoid interpretation and confu- sion in the future. The above examples of non -conformities which will be created by the new pro- posed ordinance are but a few examples of what I fear are quite numerous when the total impact of the ordinance is studied in detail in relationship to present uses which are in conformity with the present ordinance. The restric- tions imposed on non -conforming lots, uses and buildings prohibiting the ex- pansion of the uses or any structural alterations to the buildings will place a severe restriction and financial hardship on those property owners affected. l The provisions of the proposed ordinance are so complex that it is very diffi- cult for the average property owner to have any realization of how this change in the zoning ordinance will affect individual properties and, therefore, to date you have not had the opportunity to analyze the true impact of the ordi- nance on individual properties due to the lack of an informed public and the corresponding imput that will result therefrom. It is for this reason that I feel it is essential that you not make any formal decision on the adoption of the proposed ordinance until you have had a proper opportunity to fully assess the actual effect on property so you can then properly weigh the advantages to the public as a whole versus the adverse impact on individual properties. An additional concern that I have about the new proposed ordinance is in re- gard to the special exceptions that are created under various zones, which re- quire the application to the Board of Adjustments for the granting of the spe- cial exception. The powers which have been given to the Board of Adjustments under Section 1-79(g) are very broad powers and the power of the Board under Section 1-79(g)(2)(c) to impose various conditions to the granting of the spe- cial exceptions constitute powers which are legislative in nature which usurp the duties and responsibilities of the Council and, thus, constitute an in- valid delegation of legislative powers. Moreover, the guidelines established for the granting of a special exception and the conditions that may be placed on it are so vague and arbitrary as to give the applicant no direction or i 3103 CF Mayor Mary Neuhauser and Iowa City Council Members Re: Proposed zoning ordinance Page 3 October 27, 1983 assurance that the applicant will qualify for a special exception, and as such the provisions for special exceptions are totally impractical. An additional matter which must be clarified is whether or not a non- conforming use or building which is being restored or re -constructed under the provisions of Section 1-71 and 1-72 must at that time comply with the new off- street parking requirements set forth in the proposed ordinance. I feel that a proper interpretation of Section 1-71 is that the current use of a property which does not comply with the provisions of off-street parking under the pro- posed ordinance would constitute a non -conforming use and that such non- conforming use should be capable of being restored without complying with the off-street parking requirements. Based on my recent conversations with the Planning Staff, it is my understand- ing that their present interpretation would be that off-street parking space requirements need not be complied with when a non -conforming use is being re- stored. However, very recently the staff interpretation has varied on this point, despite the fact that the wording has not changed. I, therefore, feel that the vagueness which presently exists is in need of clarification to avoid future confusion and differences in interpretation by future City staff mem- bers. For that reason, I recommend that an additional provision be added to Sections 1-70, 1-71, and 1-72 to provide that the requirements for off-street parking under the new Ordinance will not apply to such restoration or re- construction. An additional problem regarding non -conformities is the manner in which such non -conformities are to be established. Section 1-74 provides that a property owner may obtain a Certificate of Occupancy for a non -conforming use, but it requires that affidavits be submitted to establish that such use was not es- tablished after July 26, 1962. I assume that the use of this date is an over- sight and that the proper date of reference for non-conforning uses would be the effective date of the adoption of the new zoning ordinance. It would also seem that this provision should be expanded to provide for the establishment of non -conforming buildings and lots, as well as non -conforming uses. In view of the number of non -conformities that will be created, I also feel that more consideration should be given as to the manner and the extent of proof re- quired to establish non -conformities. There has been much confusion in the past regarding the need for occupancy permits for a change in use and the de- gree of enforcement has been sporadic. It would, therefore, seem fair and reasonable that if a property is currently being used for a use which conforms to the present zoning ordinance, that such use would constitute a non- conformity under the new proposed ordinance and that an affidavit setting forth sufficient facts to show conformity with the present use restrictions should be adequate. It would be helpful to both property owners and City staff to specify in greater detail the necessary proof requirements. 3/03 Mayor Mary Neuhauser and Iowa City Council Members Re: Proposed zoning ordinance Page 4 October 27, 1983 A further clarification should be made in regard to the issuance of Certifi- cates of Occupancy for construction that is commenced prior to the effective date of the new zoning ordinance if it is adopted. Section 1-74 provides that no new building shall be occupied until a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued stating that the new occupancy complies with all provisions of this Chapter. This provision should be modified to state that for any building commenced under a valid building permit issued under the prior ordinance, a Certificate of Occupancy shall be issued if said construction complies with all of the provisions of the zoning ordinance which was in effect at the time of the issuance of the building permit. Although this may affect a relatively few number of properties on which there is present construction, such modifi- cation will, nevertheless, avoid confusion that would otherwise exist if this modification is not made. I appreciate the opportunity to express to you my concerns, and I hope that you will give them consideration in your review of the proposed zoning ordi- nance. ARL:mec Sincerely yours, LEFF, F, LEFF, HAUPERT & TRAW Alan R. L ff� 3io3 Cr ./1 FM ' r 2 71983 MARIAN K. KARR 109 South Johnson Street CITY CLERK (3) Iowa City, Iowa 52240 October 27, 1983 Dear Mayor Neuhauser and Members of the City Council: I am really worried about my property at 109 South Johnson Street if you move to rezone it from C2 to RM12. This down zoning will mean a real loss to me both financially and in the way I can use it for income. This house was built in 1890 by one of the Close family members. Only for a short time was it a single family dwelling. Long before s4 family bought it in 1940 it was a duplex, then it had an apartment and a duplex, but always with a family member residing in it. After our family bought it four of us lived down- stairs with as many as eight or more roomers on the two upper floors. The third floor is warm and completely finished. When our• family bought it, it was in j a commercial zone and since 1962 it has been called C2 zone. If you place my property in a RM12 zone you are depreciating the value of my property considerably. It is very unlikely for it to ever be a one -family residence due to its location. It is too near the unsightly Ralston Creek area just to the north and the run -away house is close by. My family bought this as an income s property and expected it to always be just that. { The property is close to the University and uptown and my roomers have no cars. Our area is crowded with cars of the people who work in the businesses uptown, 1 not by cur roomers. I, myself, park on my own drive-in. ` Please refer to your present-day map and your proposed map: 113 S. Johnson Now RM12 Proposed R412 109 S. Johnson " C2 " RM12 Rooming House i 529 E. Washington " C2 ° RM12 521 E. Washington C2 " CB2 CD2 517 E. Wa hing'ton ....._ " C2 Run -away house) CB2 511 E. Was ington C2 Rooming house 505 E. Washington " CB2 Office and Apartments C2 Means 506 E. College C2 " CB2 Louis oMces 516 F. College Apt. house RMC20 " RMC20 u 522 E. College Apartments RTMC20 RMC20 528 E. College a R3 ° RM12 303 The Wilslefs at 511 S. Washington have three roomers as I do have now and they have always had a rooming house. I wonder why I cannot be :left in the same category as I am in now. If you have changed the name of the zone to CD2 that is the zone I feel that I should be left in for a number of reasons. Other- wise ,you are depreciating the value of my propery as well as what I can do with it. If futility rates keep going up I may have to have an extra roomer to make ends meet. Your attention to my request is ernestly being sought at this time before you pass the ordinance. Sincerely, �J of Mrs. Lorna L. Mathes P. S. I am conerned about my property not only in regard to its present use, but the sale value of it since I am 75 years of age. I may need the income from sale of the property for my care. Down -zoning definitely will depreciate IV property in more ways than one. 3/a3 C r— 1 uniBank n p UNIBANK$TRUST !!{IIJJff4 JJ �b fff 0 P.O. Be. 5842 Corolvillo, Iowa 54441 October 27, 1963 ""'T 2 71983 Ph. (319) 351.8000 MARIAN K. KARR CITY CLERK (3) i i The City Council of Iowa City, Iowa I attended the October 17th City Council zoning hearing and discovered that the farm I own in Iowa City will be changed from RIA as it is presently zoned to Rural classification when the new zoning goes into effect. When the farm was purchased in 1974, at a price far in excess of the then current agriculture prices, the land was zoned RIA. I would have platted the farm by now, but the financial climate hasn't indicated that money was readily available for such a sub -division. Now it appears that the time is right and I have the farm seeded and in a development pattern with a pond and road into a house I built. Now you are saying that you are down zoning the property and taking away the value and purpose for which this farm was purchased. I urge you to reconsider the down zoning and leave this 170 more/less acres as RIA so I can proceed with plans of a subdivision. Sincerely, Fx'anicher Fresiden FJE/dkb CC Attorney John Cruise 336 So. Clinton 15 East Cherry Iowa City, Iowa 54440 North Liberty, Iowa 52317 Ph. (319) 351-0403 "COME G ROW WITH U S " Ph. (319) 646.4381 3/03 ' 1 PROTEST OF PROPOSED REZONING DATE: OCTOBER 15, 1983. ljL1�1�J1� TO: CITY COUNCIL L 7 11183 CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. MARIAN K. KIRR CIT`( CLERK (3) FROM: JOE CHEZUM 713 KIMBALL AVENUE IOWA CITY, IOWA. RE: THE REZONING OF 713 KIMBALL AVENUE AND ADJACENT PROPERTIES FROM R2 TO RS -5. DEAR COUNCIL MEMBERS: I PROTEST THE PROPOSED REZONING OF 713 KIMBALL AVENUE FROM R2 TO RS -5. IT SHOULD BE REZONED TO RS -8. I PROPOSE THAT ALL OF THE PROPERTIES FROM THE MIDDLE OF KIMBALL AVENUE TO PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD AND THE PROPERTIES FROM KIMBALL AVENUE TO NORTH DODGE ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE STREET SHOULD BE REZONED RS -8 INSTEAD OF THE RS -5 CURRENTLY PROPOSED. PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED MAPS FOR THE AREA BEING DISCUSSED. I PROPOSE THAT THE AREA DESCRIBED ABOVE BE REZONED RS -8 FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: MOST OF THE PROPERTIES IN THIS AREA ARE EITHER ALREADY DUPLEXED OR THEY ARE LARGER SINGLE FAMILY HOUSES BEING UTILIZED AS DUPLEXES, OR THEY ARE HIGH DENSITY RENTAL UNITS WHICH PROPERLY BELONG IN THE RS -8 CLASSIFICATION AND NOT IN THE RS -5 CLASSIFICATION. DONNZONING THIS AREA TO RS -5 WOULD MAKE MOST OF THEM NONCOMORMING. THEY WERE LLL Z0141M R2 UNDER THE EXISTING ORINA.NCE. 303 . THESE PROPERTIES ARE ADJACENT TO HOME TOWN DAIRIES WHICH IS TO BE REZONED TO CH -1. THEY ARE BORDERED ON THE NORTHEAST ONG ON THE SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST BY PROPERTIES THAT ARE TO BE REZONED TO RS -8. IT SEEMS INCONSISTANT TO DOWNZONE THIS AREA TO RS -5 WHEN IT IS HALF SURROUNDED BY RS -8 AND CH -1 ZONING. WE PURCHASED 713 KIMBALL AVENUE IN JANUARY OF THIS YEAR PRIMARILY BECAUSE OF ITS R2 ZONING. WE PLAN TO BUILD A DUPLEX ON THE BACK PORTION OF THE LOT AND TO REMOVE THE EXISTING HOUSE THAT SETS ON THE VERY EDGE OF THE FRONT OF THE LOT. REZONING THIS PROPERTY RS -5 PREVENTS DUPLEXING. REZONING THE PROPERTY TO RS -8 ALLOWS DUPLEXING. KIMBALL AVENUE IS A VERY BUSY AND QUITE NARROW STREET. IT PROVIDES A SHORTCUT BETWEEN THE:NORTH DUBUQUE, PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD AND NORTHEAST SECTIONS OF IOWA CITY. PRESUMEDLY, THE STREET WILL HAVE TO BE WIDENED IN THE NEAR FUTURE. TO WIDEN THE STREET, THE HOUSE AT I13 KIMBALL WILL HAVE TO BE DEMOLISHED OR MOVED. IT WOULD BE FEASIBLE FOR US TO REMOVE THE HOUSE IF WE COULD BUILD A DUPLEX ON THE BACK OF THE LOT. IT WOULD NOT GIVE US A FAVORABLE RETURN ON INVESTMENT IF WE COULD ONLY BUILD A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING UNDER AN RS -5 ZONING. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION. SINCERELY, ,11 -a a e;;' is 1 r Is :�f l �kc NOV 2 1983 MARIAN K. KARR CITY CLERK (1) To: Iowa city Council November 1, 1983 Re: Dairy Production zoning in Ch -1 We the undersigned wish to express concern about effects on the residential property due to the inclusion on an a commercial zone next industrial use in residential zonenextto a medium density single family We would appreciate careful consideration of neighborhood values and would appreciate a united council decision. Possible remedies include leaving the zone as before. Another is to rezone only the property necessary to avoid nonconformity. In any case we ask that if dairy production is added that under the condition of special. it be not permitted use. Thant; you, f� p i �/a4w-w dt..- 1303 z4L V�t" 7 o t t I 1 1983 Andrew M. Isserman 9 Caroline Court RR Iowa City, IA 52240 �pP.lpCl Y`'�K l31 CI-I�l SLE November 1, 1983 Dear Members of the City Council: The proposed inclusion of "dairy products processing and packaging" in the Highway Commercial Zone (CH -1) is inconsistent with prevailing zoning practice in all other municipalities in Iowa. It also is inconsistent with other parts of the proposed new zoning ordinance and inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Furthermore, the location of a CH -1 zone at the intersection of Prairie du Chien and Dodge Streets is inconsistent with the stated purpose of CH -1 zones and the location of CH -1 zones. In this letter I shall describe these inconsistencies and suggest two possible solutions which, I believe, are far better planning practice than the proposal currently before you. 1. There are eight fluid milk producers in the state of Iowa with 50 or more employees. Under the proposed new ordinance Iowa City would be the only municipality to treat one of these milk producerq as a conforming use in a commercial zone. Swiss Valley Farms in Cedar Rapids is zoned industrial, Anderson -Erickson Dairy in Des Moines is zoned industrial, Swiss Valley Farms in Dubuque is zoned industrial, Wells Dairy in Le Mars is zoned industrial, and Mississippi Valley Milk Products in Waterloo is zoned industrial. Prairie Farms Dairy in Des Moines is a nonconforming use in a commercial zone, and Farmers Coop in Fredricksburg is zoned neither commercial nor industrial, because the town has neither of these zoning categories. Thus, every other Iowa city with industrial zones treats milk producers as industrial, not commercial uses. 2. Inclusion of dairy products and processing in the CH -1 Zone not only contradicts these established Iowa zoning practices, but also contradicts other elements of Iowa City's planning and zoning. "The manufacture, processing and packaging of food and kindred products" is a permitted use in the General Industrial Zone (I-1), which is intended "to protect adjacent non-rcaidential zones" and "to provide for the development of most types of industrial firms." To the best of my knowledge, no evidence has ever been presented to demonstrate that (a) the processing and packaging of milk products differs substantially in character from the processing and packaging of other food products and (b) the need to protect adjacent non- residential zones is more urgent in the case of other food production. 3. Treating dairy products processing and packaging as industrial is wholly consistent with the industrial zone (I-1), but treating it as highway commercial is blatantly inconsistent with the intent of the CH -1 zone. 303 Ci Members of the Cit auncil November 1, 1983 Page 2 Section I-20 (a) notes that the CH -1 zone "is intended to permit development of service uses related to expressways or other controlled access locations." The uses described or listed include hotels, motels, restaurants, motor vehicle service, and recreational facilities. None even remotely resembles dairy production. 4. Treatment of dairy products processing as a commercial use also contra- dicts another element of the proposed new ordinance. Section I-3.1 notes that "uses not defined or listed shall have the meanings as defined in or categorized according to the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Manual." In that manual dairy processing and packaging is specifically defined as a manufacturing activity and explicitly excluded from commercial (trade) activity. Thus, inclusion of dairy processing in the C11-1 zone contradicts the very source proposed in the zoning ordinance as the authority for use definitions and categories. 5. The proposed new ordinance is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan of Iown City by permitting expansion of an activity of an industrial nature within a commercial area. Zoning ordinances are intended to foster, not impede, implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, so again the proposed new ordinance contradicts established, standard planning practice. 6. The location of the proposed C11-1 zone at the intersection of Dodge and Prairie du Chien is inconsistent with the stated intent of CH -1 zones and with the location of all other C11-1 zones in Iowa City. It would be, I believe, the only CH -1 zone in Iowa City which is not directly on an interchange of Interstate 80. All other former highway commercial zones (such as the one formerly on First and Rochester) have been changed to other zoning categories. Therefore, the Dodge - Prairie du Chien location would be the only one under the proposed new ordinance that does not meet the stated CH -1 criterion of "expressways or other controlled access locations along major arterial highways." In fact, if developed fully, its location would cause the very situation that C11-1 zones are intended to avoid, namely "the traffic congestion and hazards associated with intersections." Given these internal inconsistencies of the new proposed ordinance with respect to dairy processing and C11-1 zones and its contradictions of Iowa City, Iowa, and national planning practice, a better way must be found to plan for the orderly growth of Iowa City and to recognize the rights of the various parties affected by the present situation. One possibility is to zone the area CI -1, CN -1, or CC -2 like nearby areas and all other areas formerly highway commercial and to grant special exception status to dairy products within one of those categories. Then all the internal incon- sistencies and contradictions would disappear. Another strategy is to zone a small part of the area industrial (the property between St. Clements and Prairie du Chien not owned by the City) with the rest CN -1 or CC -2. A pre- cedent for the latter strategy can be found along Highway 6. Again all the internal inconsistencies and contradictions would disappear. 3103 Members of the Cit,—qouncil November 1, 1983 Page 3 In the longrun no one will benefit if the internal inconsistencies of definition and location are allowed to remain in the proposed ordinance. I urf all F cons: and i Si c Al CC: 1 7 7 ltka,l DELL A. RICHARD 2 O Ip D ATTORNEY rur IS 150 E. COURT, SUITE 101 NOV j P.O. 90% 99) L 1983 I IOWA CITY, IOWA 52244 MARIAN (319) 354-9592 K. KARR CITY CLERK (1) i November 1, 1983 1 TO: CITY COUNCIL City of Iowa City RE: Eastdale Mall - New Zoning Ordinance Dear Councilpersons: I represent the owners of Eastdale Mall located on First Avenue in Iowa City. In reviewing the CC -2 zone contemplated for the mall by the new ordinance, it has come to my attention that in Section 1-17(c)(5) (p. 52), the maximum height limitation in a CC -2 zone is 35 feet. The mall, as constructed, consists of a two-story shopping center with raised skylights which exceed the proposed 35 -foot limitation by approximately six feet. In looking at the exceptions under 51-63(a)(1)(c) (p. 153), it would appear that although skylights are in the same category as "cupolas and domes not used for the purpose of obtaining habi- table floor space," it is unclear that a skylight would fit within the exception. It is my opinion that unless remedial measures are taken with the new ordinance, the Eastdale Mall could become a nonconforming use in its zone upon adoption of the ordinance. It seems to me that the simplest solution would be to re- word paragraph (a)(1)(c) to read something like the following: 11(c) Cupolas, domes, raised skylights and other similar roof protrusions, not used for the purpose of obtaining habitable floor space." I would appreciate your attention to this matter. ery trul , Del A. Richard pb cc: Pat Harding Construction Co., Inc. The Windsor Land Corp. ILEASTDA.1 310 3 I CF Members, 6ity 6ouncil 410 E. Washington Civic Center Iowa City, Iowa Dear Council Member; LED 1983 MARIAN K. KARR CITY CLERK (1) November 2, 1983 I am writting this letter in regard to the minimum number of squAre feet required for construction of a duplex in an RM2 Zone of the proposed zoning ordinance. I was unable to be present at the hearing on Oct.25,1983 to express my views on this matter. I own and live in a house located at 536 S. Dodge Street. I also own a lot next door to my house on the northeast corner of Dodge and Bowery St. This lot contains 5600 ft.2 of land and is the property of concern in this letter. Within the last year this area was downzoned from R3A to R3 which automatically changed the, required duplex footage from 5000 ft.2 to 6000 ft.2 . At a public hearing when the downzoning was being considered I expressed my objections to such a large increase in the required duplex footage and was advised that the'new city-wide zoning reorginization, which was on the drawing board at the time would probably establish the duplex square footage between 5000 ft. and 6000 ft.2 . It is my understanding that the Zoning Commision originally set the duplex footage at 5500 ft.2 but changed it to 6000 ft.2 in the final draft of the new proposed ordinance. When I purchased the property years ago I planned to eventually build a duplex on the lot, live in one unit and use the other for retirement income. The lot was considered quit large at that time with plenty of room to build a duplex. Unless the footage requirement is returned to 5500 ft.2 or leas this will not be possible. I urge the Council to consider establishing the minimum amount of land required for a duplex in the new RM2 Zone at 5500 ft - 4. Sincerely, 19 3/03 'LAI J ■ 1 MERCY HOSPITAL SOO MARKET STREET IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240 319337-OSOO November 3, 1983 D Mayor and City Council Members Civic Center 'ilOV 3 1983 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 MARIAN K. KARR Dear Mayor and City Council Members: CITY CLERK (3) Re: Mercy Hospital It has been brought to my attention by the Hospital's counsel, Phelan, Tucker, Boyle & Mullen, that certain provisions of the proposed New Zoning Ordinance would severely restrict future expansion of the Hospital at its present location. Pursuant to the Proposed Zoning Map, the Mercy Hospital property would be located in a (CO -1) Zone as defined in the Proposed New Zoning Ordinance. The dimensional requirements as set forth in Sec. 1-15(e) on page 47 of the proposed new zoning would operate to make the present structure, including the addition currently under construction, nonconforming. In view of the fact that Mercy Hospital has with the support of the City and the Community made a commitment to improve and expand its facilities at the present location, it would be inconsistent for the City to adopt an ordinance which would make those same facilities nonconforming even before the current project is completed. The existing zoning ordinance exempts Hospitals in existence on the date of the adoption of the ordinance (August 7, 1962) from the bulk, height, yard and off street parking requirement otherwise applicable to Hospitals. Mercy Hospital has taken steps over a period of years to provide sufficient off street parking and with the construction of its new parking ramp and the acquisition of the Centre Market Property, it is apparent that the parking requirements of the Proposed New Zoning Ordinance can be met. On the other hand, Mercy Hospital would not meet the bulk, height and yard requirements imposed under the proposed ordinance nor is it likely that any future expansion could reasonably be expected to meet such requirements. For the above reasons, Mercy Hospital asks that the Council change the Proposed New Zoning Ordinance before its adoption to include an exemption from the bulk, height and yard requirements set forth in Sec. 1-15(e) of said ordinance for Hospitals in existence or under construction on the effective date of the new ordinance. Very truly & yours, Sister Mary Venarda,tR.S.M. Chief Executive Officer 3/03 MEARDON, SUEPPEL, DOWNER & HAYES WILLIAM L.MEARDON WILLIAM F. SUEPPEL LAWYERS ROSERT N. DOWNER 122 SOUTH LINN STREET TELEPHONE JAMES P. HAYES JAMES D. MCCARRAOHER IOWA CITY, IOWA S2240 338-9222 i THOMAS J. CILEK AREA CODE 319 MARK T. HAMER THOMAS 0.HOBART November 7, 1983 M ARGARET T. LAINSON ANGELA M. RYAN DOUGLAS D. RUPPERT OV 71983 Honorable Mayor Neuhauser and City Council City Administration Building MARIAN K. KARR 410 Fast Washington Street CITY CLERK (3) Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Neuhauser and Gentlemen: This objection is being filed on behalf of Home Town Dairies in connection with the discussion which occurred last Thursday evening con- cerning the proposed rezoning of the area owned by Hone Tuan Dairies. At the hearing, Mr. Isserman and Mr. Frey expressed objections to the zoning approved by the Planning and Zoning Connission and appearing in the draft printed September 22, 1983. That particular draft lists "dairy product processing and packaging" as a permitted use within the CH -1 zone. Mr. Isserman and Mr. Frey, who have both acquired their properties since 1975, and both of wham are involved in litigation against the City because a variance was granted, appeared at the meeting to voide objections to the draft of the Ordinance proposed by the Planning and zoning Can -fission. Although the purpose of the hearing is stated to "general" and not to involve specific properties, Home Town Dairies is the only dairy in a CH zone along North Dodge Street at this time and this property has re- ceived a great deal of attention over the last two - three years. Accordingly, we hope you will entertain our concern about the staff report dated October 28, 1983 and the discussion which occurred last Thursday evening. As we understand the staff report and the discussion which ensued, it is proposed that Hone Town Dairies be permitted in a CH -1 zone only under a special exception. Additional discussion indicates that a CH zone may also be appropriate for office use. We have no objection to the latter proposal, as Home Town Dairies may be interested in moving its office facilities. Accordingly, please make the following assumptions and instruct your staff or legal department to respond in writing to us on the following matters of interpretation. 1� rc. I Ci Honorable Mayor Neuhauser and City Council Page 2 Novenber 7, 1983 Example: Assume the present facility of Hone Town Dairies to be as in- dicated in the various hearings which have been held within the last two years. Also, please assume that an office use is permitted in a CH -1 zone and that Hone Tann Dairies is placed in that zone as a special exception instead of a permitted use. 1. If Hare Tam Dairies wishes to build a new office facility on the property it presently owns, what hearings would be required? 2. If Hare Town Dairies buys another property within the zone but not contiguous to its present property, what is required? 3. If Hare Torn Dairies buys property that is contiguous to its property and wishes to construct an office facility, what is required? 4. If Hone Torn Dairies desires to change a building located on its present property (for example, the front of the building should be improved cosmetically after the new facility for loading becomes operative) what is required? S. Since Hone Town Dairies has indicated on the approved ISNRD that a receiving facility is to be constructed, what will be required? In order to present clarity, the definition of "special exception" should certainly be reconsidered. Also, what constitutes "enlargement" or "expansion" when considering Home Tam Dairies? obviously, the purchase of one new vehicle might be considered expansion by sane people. Does the expansion pertain to business? If so, does the City intend to audit all businesses where this may be a factor? I believe this is an area that needs a lot of thought prior to the time that any new ordinance is enacted. The City has been aware of the various opinions concerning "expansion" as these have been presented over the past two years in connection with hear- ings before the Board of Adjustment. We also wish to advise you that we are willing to meet with you at any reasonable time upon reasonabl - discussion of our concerns pertain WIM:jc 303 7 1983 November 7, 1983 MARIAN K. KARR CWMCLEf� kWnci 1 FROM: College Hill Neighbors a1L11 %% RE: Proposed Regulations for Fraternity/Sorority Hous Reference: Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Program Development dated October 28, 1983, subject as above, second paragraph. The amount of square feet per occupant required will depend upon the number of persons allowed in a dwelling unit and the number of dwelling units permitted in the same zone. For example, in the RM 20 zone five unrelated persons are permitted to reside in a multi -family dwelling. Therefore, a fraternity/sorority house in the RM20 zone would be required to have 545 square feet (1,800 square feet of lot area per dwelling unit divided by 3.3 persons per dwelling unit) of lot area for each person residing on the premises. 3/03 ^City of Iowa Cit MEMOF3ANDU, M Date: October 7 1983 u a �M 1)CT 71983 To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council MARIAN K. KARR From: James Brachtel, Traffic Engineerll,,� CITY CLERK (3) Re: Enforcement of Loading Zones in the Central Business District As directed by Section 23-16 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, this is to advise you of the following action: URINN As directed by the City Council, the Traffic Engineering Division will effect the following changes: 1. The Commercial Loading Zone at the west end of the 100 block of Washington Street will be moved from the north side to the south side. The General Loading Zone located at the west end of the 100 block of Washington Street will be moved from the south side to the north side. 2. Signs will be added in all Commercial Loading Zones to indicate that the loading zone will be enforced from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. except Sundays. 3. In all General Loading Zones in the CBD, signs will be added to indicate that the loading zone will be enforced from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The two loading zones in the 100 block and 200 block of Washington Street will be signed 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. This action will take place on or shortly after 21 October 1983. bdw4/8 3/0� t Li 'City of. Iowa Cit. MEMORANDUM _. ° a � Date: October 18, 1983 '`CT 19 1983 To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council MARIAN K. {CARR From: James Brachtel, Traffic EngineeQ�5 CITY CLERK (3) Re: Passenger Loading Zone in 10 East Bloomington Street As directed by Section 23-16 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, this is to advise you of the following action: ACTION: Pursuant to Section 23-288 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, the City Traffic Engineer will direct the installation of a Passenger Loading Zone on the north side of East Bloomington in the stall at the east end of the block. This. Passenger Loading Zone will replace the current metered parking stall known as BL28. This action will take place on or shortly after November 2, 1983. COMMENT: This Passenger Loading Zone is being created to provide a stall for the loading and unloading of handicapped students. bdw2/11 3/0$ i ,\4 Ci ''.City of Iowa Cite— MEMORANDUM oa� n�ro• n,•r„tio.. 99 iaaz T 0 Date: --- -- - -- ')CT 2 71983 To: Honorable Mayor and City Council MARIAN K. KARR From: James Brachtel, Traffic Engineer CITY CLERK (3) Re: Stop Sign at Washington Street/Friendship Street. As directed by Section 23-16 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, this is to advise you of the following action: ACTION: Pursuant to Section 23-160 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, City Traffic Engineer will direct the installation of a stop sign on Friendship Street at its intersection with Washington Street. It will be installed so that cars entering Washington Street from Friendship Street will be required to stop. This action has taken place an the 27th of October 1983. COMMENT: This action is consistent with the City's policy of protecting the right-of-way of its collector and arterial street systems. tp3/4 3io6 �I .\4 Ci 'City of Iowa Cit" MEMORANDUMF 71 - Date: October 26, 1983 `T 2 7 1983 To: Honorable Mayor and City Council MARIAN K. (CARR From: James Brachtel, Traffic Engineer CITY CLERK (3)' Re: Stop Sign at Amherst Street and Washington Street As directed by Section 23-16 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, this is to advise you of the following action: ACTION: Pursuant to Section 23-160 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City, City Traffic Engineer has directed the installation of a stop sign on Amherst Street at its intersection with Washington Street. It has been installed so that cars entering Washington Street from Amherst Street must stop and yield the right-of-way to vehicles on Washington Street. This action took place on October 27, 1983. COMMENT: This action is consistent with the City's policy of protecting the right-of-way of its collector and arterial street systems. tp3/5 3/07 -1 Li J i City of Iowa Cit' MEMORANDUM Date: October 27, 1983 To:, Honorable Mayor and City Council From: James Brachtel, Traffic Engineen� Re: Stop Sign on Raven at Washington Street As directed by Section 23-16 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City this is to advise you of the following action: ACTION: Pursuant to Section 23-160 of the Municipal Code of Iowa City this is to advise you that the City Traffic Engineer will direct the installation of a stop sign on Raven Street at its intersection with Washington Street. The stop sign will be installed so as to require traffic on Raven Street to stop and yield the right-of-way prior to entering Washington Street. This action is taking place on October 27, 1983. COMMENT: This action is consistent with the City's policy of protecting the right- of-way of its arterials and collector streets. bj4/11 o I � N OCT 2 71983 MARIAN K. KARR CITY CLERK (3) 3/0 9 Li parks & recreation department f rom. Dennis E. Showalter Aw. date: October 20, 1983 to: City council re. Designation of Parking Areas in City Parks MEMO The following parking lots in City parks are designated as parking areas: 1. Lower City Park the large parking lot north of t along the Iowa rs 11 1south of 12 and 3 b) Lot No. 2 -the large parking lo the road. c) Lot No. 3 - the large parking lot north of the road, south of the Iowa River. d) Lot No. 4 - the small parking lot east of the road, north of the wooden play equipment and Shelter 17. e) Lot No. 5 - Little League parking lot, west of the road and east of Little League diamonds. f) Lot No. 6 - the small parking area east of the tennis courts. g) Lot No. 7 - the small parking area south of the wooden play equipment. 2. Upper City Park - cutback and on -street parking on the one-way road. 3. Crandic Park 4. Terrill Mill Park 5. North Hickory Hill Park 6. South Hickory Hill Park 7. Happy Hollow Park 8. Elm Grove Park 9. Mercer Park 10. Wetherby Park 11. Napoleon Park a) At south end of the park. b) At north end of the park. 12. Sturgis Ferry Park city of iowa city 3/07 ............. 1-, PUBLIC NOTICE ' The City Counci l of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will be taking action upon the bids for the construction of the Rundell, Dearborn, and Center Storm Sewer Improvements Project at the Council Chambers, Civic Center, Iowa City, Iowa, at 7:30 P.M. on the 7th day of November, 1983, rather than the 8th day of November, 1983, as previously published. MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK CAS' J ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RUNDELI, DEARBORN, & CENTER STRELI STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS Sealed proposals will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, until 10:00 a.m. on the 1st day of November, 1983, and opened immediately thereafter by the City Engineer. Proposals will be acted upon by the City Council at a meeting to be held in the Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m. on November 8, 1983, ,or at such later time and place as may then be fixed. The work will involve the following: Construction of a storm sewer lift station consisting of reinforced concrete boxes and associated storm sewer pipe, intakes, pavement and sidewalk removal and replacement and all other associated miscel- laneous work. All work is to be done in strict compliance with the plans and specifications prepared by B&B Engineering Services and Francis K. Farmer, P.E., of Iowa City, Iowa, j which have heretofore been approved by the City Council, and are on file for public i examination in the Office of the City Clerk. Whenever reference is made to the "Standard Specifications", it shall be the "Standard Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction", Series of 1977, Iowa Department of Transportation, Ames, Iowa. Each proposal shall be made on a form furnished by the City and must be accompanied by a bid bond or cashier's or certified check drawn on an Iowa bank and filed in a sealed envelope separate from the one containing the proposal, and in the amount of 5% made payable to the Treasurer of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and may be cashed by the Treasurer of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, as liquidated damages in the event the successful bidder fails to enter into a contract within ten (10) days and post bond satisfactory to the City insuring the faithful performance of the contract. Checks of the lowest two or more bidders may be retained for a period of not to exceed fifteen (15) days until a contract is awarded or rejection is made. Other checks will be returned after the canvass and tabulation of bids is completed and reported to the City Council. Payment to the Contractor will be made as specified in the "Standard Specifications", Article 1109.OG. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract AF -1 .3111 prig" said bond to be issued ' y a rest .lsible surety approved by th,. City Council and shall guarantee the prompt Payment of all materials and labor and protect and save harmless the City from claims and damages of any kind caused by the operation of the contract, and shall also guarantee the maintenance of the improvement for a period of two (2) years from and after its completion and acceptance by the City. The following limitations shall apply to this project: Days: 160 Completion Date: June 15, 1983 Liquidated Damages: $200.00 per day The plans, specifications, and proposed contract documents may be examined at the Office of the City Clerk. Copies of said plans and specifications and form of proposal blanks may be secured at the Office of Francis K. Farmer, PE, City Engineer of Iowa City, Iowa, by bona fide bidders. Return all plans and specifications to the City Engineer's office in good condition Within fifteen (15) days after the opening of bids. Prospective bidders are adivsed that the City of Iowa City desires to employ minority contractors and subcontractors on City projects. The Contractor awarded the contract shall submit a list of proposed i subcontractors along with quantities, unit prices and amounts construction. If no minority business enterprises (MBE) are utilized, the Contractor shall furnish documentation of all efforts to recruit MBE's. lcontractors isisting and e f can be obtainedcfrom the Civil Rights Specialist, at the Iowa City Civic Center, by calling 319/356-5022. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technicalities and irregularities. Published upon order of the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa. IT CLERK AF -2 3111 Li 1 -\City of Iowa Cit MEMORANDUM Date: November 3, 1983 To: City Cou From: Pon Schme irector of Planning & Program Development 1J (i Hencin,�CD G Program Coordinator Re: (Public Hearing on 1984 CDBG Proposals The City Council has received the Committee on Community Needs' (CCN) project recommendations for 1984 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. These recommendations will be considered during the public hearing on the November 7 City Council agenda. The attached table of 1984 CDBG Funding Requests provides a summary description and comments for all requests received by CCN, including those which were not recommended for funding. In order to assist the. City Council in reviewing the proposals, staff has prepared a separate "project resource book" which includes copies ofall original proposals and pertinent attachments and letters. The resource book also includes the minutes of the October 26 CCN meeting and a memorandum from Human Services Coordinator Cheryl Mintle regarding the project requests from human services agencies. Members of CCN and the CDBG staff will be present at the November 7 public hearing to address any questions from the City Council and the public. 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M. ffy OTOWA cpQ�, 1DECGubm lei 0 ", PROJECT RESOURCE BOOK METRO ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM STATEMENT SUBMITTED BY: COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY N Fns MICKEY LAURIA, CHAIRPERSON UH BCKR �Y(`ALLY S ITH AVID ESHTZ JTEVEN L. STIMMEL ADIEAY PpRDEN REGINALDILLIAM W MARYWILLIAMS ALVIN LOGAN J i I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT DIVISION DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT -I CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA 1 Ci r, MINUTES Committee on Community Needs Special Meeting Discussion and Recommendations for 1984 CDBG Funding EVALUATION 1984 CDBG Human Services Request 3 Hf _f MINUTES COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS - SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 26, 1983 7.30 P.M. CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Whitlow, Smith, Williams, Parden, Stimmel, Leshtz, Becker, Lauria, May MEMBERS ABSENT: Logan STAFF PRESENT: Keller, Milkman, Hencin, Burkett, Kucharzak RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL - The Committee on Community Needs recommends allocation of the anticipated $830,220 in 1984 CDBG funds to the following projects or activities: 1. $18,700 to the Creekside Storm Drainage Project Completion. 2. $4,000 for Cedarwood Apartments Community Center Equipment with the stipulation that all of the controversies surrounding the establish- ment of a Community Center within the apartment complex be resolved within six months after allocation of funds. J 3. $60,000 for Miller/Orchard Neighborhood Park Acquisition with the f stipulation that the City, at a minimum, is to acquire options on the land within one year after allocation of funds. i4. $560 to the Accessibility Guide for Iowa City/Coralville Community. 5. $15,000 to the Mark IV/Willow Creek Neighborhood Center Van. 6. $225,000 to Congregate Housing construction. 7. $41,400 to Nelson Adult Center Phase II Renovation. 8. $125,000 to Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization. 9. $5,000 for Brookland Park Improvements. CCN also recommends the City consider lighting for the park at night; although this was not included nor considered in the proposal. 10. $2,500 for Creekside Alley Repair. 11. $12,318 to Iowa Youth Corps Park Shelter Construction with the following stipulations: a. Sites must be agreed upon within six months following allocation of funds; b. An agreement with the neighborhood(s) is reached regarding the desire to have a shelter In their neighborhood parks; and C. Each shelter is constructed in a park that is located in a low - and moderate -income neighborhood. 3 old Ci COMMITTEE ON rnMMUNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, ; PAGE 2 12. $60,000 for Kirkwood Circle Drainage and Surfacing. 13. $3,250 for Longfellow Playground Improvements. 14. $15,000 to Shared Housing. 15. $24,000 to Rental Rehabilitation. 16. $5,000 to American Red Cross Emergency Disaster Assistance. _ 17. $50,000 for Alternative Housing Site Acquisition. 18. $47,000 to Creekside Sidewalks. 19. $106,260 for the General Program Administration. 20. $10,332 for a Contingency Fund. SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION: Chairperson Lauria called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Milkman stated that Sanetta Jackson had resigned from the Committee. She said the City Council Public Hearing on CCN's recommendations will be November 7th instead of November 8th. Lauria commented that someone from the Committee will need to be there to make a brief statement about the recommendations. — Hencin asked if everyone had received and read the correspondence from Old Brick and Heartland Management. He also gave the HUD definition of "Public Service Projects" as follows: To be eligible Public Service Projects must improve the city's public services and facilities and a) increase the level of service or b) g[ovide a new service. Milkman requested a volunteer for monitoring the Elderly Services Agency Home Repair Project. Whitlow volunteered. I. Priorities for fund allocations: Lauria explained the process for allocating funds. Following are comments made on individual projects as each in turn was discussed by CCN. The priority votes of CCN members are tabulated on the attached chart. Members voted after discussing each project. M27 Consolidated Human Services Facility: Williams asked Mary Anne Volm, representative for Consolidated Human Services, if she has received any firm commitment from any of the organizations (eight agencies) who want to join. Volm said she has no written commitment but an expressed "strong interest"; the three Youth Organizations and HACAP have expressed their desire to be included. Volm added that the U -Smash -'Em building " is an ideal location. She estimates that it will cost $76,000 to bring the building up to code. The $5,000 she is requesting will allow an architect to provide cost estimates and designs for building renovation at this or another location. She stated that the County may , apply for State CDBG funds for this project and she might then request matching 1985 CDBG funds from Iowa City. .3/4 - -14 COMMITTEE ON'f�1UNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, 19ba PAGE 3 #30 American Red Cross Emergency Disaster Assistance: Hencin asked Lary Belman, Director for the Johnson County Chapter of the American Red Cross, how the requested funds would be used. Belman stated they would be used for the direct purchase for food, clothing, shelter (hotels), medicines, etc. for persons who have been burned out of homes and displaced by other disasters. Milkman asked Belman if there would be an increase in service with the use of CDBG funds. Belman said he didn't know the answer as the number of disasters occurring within the area is unknown. He stated that disaster assistance in Iowa City was approximately $7000 annually. Whitlow asked Belman if this fund would increase what there is currently available. Belman said no, in the absence of this funding there is other funding available. However, he stressed that the Johnson County Red Cross has not given any money within the last few years to the National American Red Cross Fund due to lack of extra funds. Local funding through CDBG funds would allow them to do that. #1 Mark IV/Willow Creek Neighborhood Center Van: Smith asked Diane Pepetone, director of the Center, if this van would be used more than four times a week. Pepetone said yes, that it would be used daily to take kids on outings in addition to taking people to doctor, dental, etc. appointments. #2 JCARC Nelson Adult Center Renovation: Milkman stated that JCARC is asking for Phase II, the remainder of $111,581 requested for the whole renovation project. ($50,000 has already been allocated to the project.) #3 Ralston Creek Improvements - Creekside: Smith asked whether these improvements had to be made at this time. Hencin stated that they were part of tke Ralston Creek Watershed Management Plan for the area, but it might be wise to wait for the updated Flood Plain Maps before deciding on additional improvements. Smith asked if other sources of funds had been identified. _ Hencin said there were no other external funds available. #4 Property Acquisition & Clearance: Whitlow asked whether this project would require relocation. Hencin stated that it was a rental property and cost of assisting renters to relocate was included in the funding request. #5 Historic Rehabilitation Program: Williams asked if this would initiate any jobs. Hencin said the request is strictly for construction costs. #6 Historic Preservation Planning: Smith asked staff if the City would finance this proposal. Keller said that CCN has a proposal as does the City Council. #7 Creekside Sidewalks: Milkman stated that there are no sidewalks on some streets for the children to walk to school. Parden inquired as to why the citizens in the area haven't put in the walks themselves. A resident of the neighborhood pointed out that they have tried to get the sidewalks put in by the r JW Ci COMMITTEE ON r"MMUNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, 1 PAGE 4 property owners, but many are elderly and concerned with snow removal. #8 Creekside Alley Repair: Hencin asked if the work is done by the Streets Department or contracted out. Keller stated that it would be done "in-house." This request, he added, is for materials only. Elaine Swails, a neighborhood resident, stressed that this is not a recent problem. The residents have been dealing with this for the last 30 years as the alley level is rising. #9 Rental Rehabilitation Program: Lauria stressed the aim of this project is to raise the quality of rental units while — maintaining a low rent for a specified amount of time. i #10 Accessibility Guide for the Iowa City/Coralville Community: Milkman stated that there have been a vast number of changes in the accessibility of businesses and offices to the -handicapped. Williams asked if this guide could be reproduced in Braille for _ I' the blind. Contacting the State Commission for the Blind was suggested. #11 Elevator at Old Brick: Jim Harris stated that the auditorium — which is used a lot by the public, will benefit the most by the elevator. Stimmel inquired as to whether a ramp or wheelchair lift had been investigated. Harris said the slope would make the ramp approximately 45 feet in length and accessibility would be difficult for the handicapped. The wheelchair lift is costly versus the service it would provide. Leshtz asked whether Old Brick had special rental rates for agencies serving the handicapped. Harris said no. #12 Sturgis Ferry Park - Plsi.n Update: The Committee felt such planning funds should come from other sources. #13 Brookland Park Improvement Project: Williams asked if lighting was included in this proposal. Chris Carman said no, its main purpose is for playground equipment for use by the daycare centers. Smith recommended that the Parks and Recreation Department be contacted for the lighting request. #14 Senior Center Intercom System: There was no additional discussion. #15 Phonic Ear Special Hearing System: CCN members felt that this .� project had a low priority for CDBG funding. #16 Iowa Youth Corps and Park Shelter Construction: Milkman stated that it has not been ascertained which parks want or need shelters. Lauria suggested a stipulation be included in the recommendation that if a suitable site is not found within a specified amount of time, the money should be reallocated. #17 Congregate Housing: Mike Kucharzak stated that during the past year they have lost several possible sites for public housing. .� Now the Housing Commission has to pool its resources to find a 3 /4 COMMITTEE ON MUNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, 19ud PAGE 5 site for Congregate Housing. He stressed the intention of the Housing Commission to acquire a site this year and in 1984 lend funds to a private non-profit developer to construct congregate housing units affordable for low-income elderly. u #18 Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization: Mike Kucharzak stated about 10-12 houses at $12 500 per house are rehabilitated each year. They are mainly dealing with elderly homeowners. #19 Shared Housing: Stimmel asked Kucharzak if he has considered a volunteer for this project. Kucharzak said he has looked into it, but there are no possible commitments at this time. #20 Alternative Housing Site Acquisition: Milkman asked Kucharzak �. what alternative housing sites he presently has available. Kucharzak said he is currently looking at sites for houses that could be converted to congregate or Section 8 housing. He stressed that Section 8 housing is a problem as insufficient units are available. #21 Senior Center Energy Management System: Williams stated this is a computerized system and with current technology, in time, the cost to produce and install this system should decrease. Parden stated that her experience with such a system had been r unsatisfactory. #22 Longfellow Playground Improvements: Stimmel asked if this wasn't a project for the School Board. Deb Schoelerman, President, Longefllow PTA, said that there is no money allocated for the next two years for new playground equipment in the School Board budget. May suggested a fund raiser for the monies needed. Schoelermjkn stated that the amount needed is a lot of money for the PTA to raise and they have other projects as well. #23 HACAP/Johnson County Multi-purpose Center: Williams remarked that this was an inaccessible area as far as public transporta- tion is concerned. Smith commented that there are a lot of questions still unanswered with regard to this project. #24 Miller/Orchard Neighborhood Park Acquisition: Whitlow asked if there were any funds available in the Park Acquisition Fund. Hencin stated that there hasn't been a request for the funds that are currently in the Acquisition Fund. There is approximately $161,000 in the fund. Kucharzak commented that the money may have been "earmarked" for other things than park acquisition, and Merle Trummel agreed. Milkman stated that the City Assessor has commented that within the last few months a lot of developers have been looking at the land under considera- tion for the Miller/Orchard Park. #25 Cedarwood Apartments Community Center Equipment: The Committee noted the letter from Heartland Management, and Leshtz stated that he found the letter somewhat offensive. Lauria remarked that the money could be allocated with the stipulation that the J 11 CI COMMITTEE ON rOMMUNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, 3 PAGE 6 problems with the management be alleviated within the next six months or the money will be reallocated. frl #26 River City Housing Co-operative Housing Purchase and Rehabilitation: Milkman commented that this group made the same request last year but were denied due to legal complications. She stressed the legal problems have been resolved. #28 Shared Youth Services: Williams asked if a Consolidated Human `1 Services facility was constructed, would Youth Services consider going into the same building. Jim Swaim, United Action for Youth, stated that the young people they serve are alienated from established agencies. He remarked the "ideal" would be to f go into a building with the other youth agencies, but left open the possibility of joining a Consolidated Human Services ul facility. Lauria commented that the use of the requested funds did not seem to be for productive service use. #29 Kirkwood Circle Drainage and Surfacing: Lauria stated that CCN had recommended funding of this project by the City. Mrs. Kantor stated that this was a very long-term problem for all the residents of the Circle. #30 General Program Administration: Hencin stated that the budget was for the current staffing. Hencin explained the need for a contingency fund. - Milkman read the point totals and Keller ranked the projects accordingly. - II. Motions to allocate funds: (Allocations were made according to rank.) Creekside Storm Drainage Project: Stimmel moved and Leshtz seconded to allocate $18,700 to the Creekside Storm Drainage Project. The motion carried unanimously. Cedarwood Apartments Community Center Equipment: Stimmel moved and Leshtz seconded to allocate $4,000 to Cedarwood Apartments Community Center Equipment with the stipulation that all of the controversy surrounding the establishment of a Community Center within the apartment complex be resolved within six months after allocation of funds. The motion carried unanimously. General Program Administration: Stimmel moved and Leshtz seconded that $106,260 be allocated to General Program Administration. The motion carried unanimously. Miller/Orchard Neighborhood Park Acquisition: Williams moved and May seconded to allocate $60,000 to the Miller/Orchard Neighborhood Park Acquisition with the stipulation that the City, at a minimum, is to acquire options on the land within one year after allocation of funds. The motion carried unanimously. 3/4 - COMMITTEE ON C,",UNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, 1: PAGE 7 Accessibility Guide for the Iowa City/Coralville Community: Stimmel moved and Becker seconded to allocate $560 to Accessibility Guide for the Iowa City/Coralville Community. The motion carried unanimously. Mark IV/Willow Creek Neighborhood Van: Becker moved and Stimmel seconded to allocate $15,000 to Mark IV/Willow Creek Neighborhood Center Van. The motion carried unanimously. Congregate Housing: Stimmel moved and Parden seconded to allocate $225,000 to Congregate Housing. The motion carried unanimously. JCARC Nelson Adult Center Renovation: Parden moved and Williams seconded to allocate $61,581 to JCARC Nelson Adult Center Renovation. The motion failed 4-5. Those in opposition to the motion were Stimmel, Leshtz, Lauria, Williams, and May. Stimmel moved and Williams seconded to allocate $41,400 to the Nelson Adult Center Renovation. The motion carried unanimously. ($41,400 is the remainder of the original June 1983 funding request of $91,400.) _ Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization: Smith moved to allocate $175,000 to Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization. The motion failed due to lack of second. Stimmel moved to allocate $75,000 to Housing Rehabilitation and _ Weatherization. The motion failed due to lack of second. Leshtz moved and Smith seconded to allocate $125,000 to Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization. The motion passed 6-2-1. Parden and Stimmel opposed the motion. Williams abstained from voting. Brookland Park Improvement PXoject: Leshtz moved and Williams seconded to allocate $5,000 to Brookland Park Improvement Project. The motion carried unanimously. It was suggested by Smith to recommend to the City to consider lighting the park at night. Creekside Alley Repair: Stimmel moved and Williams seconded to allocate $2,500 to Creekside Alley Repair. The motion carried unanimously. Iowa Youth Corps - Park Shelter Construction: Smith moved and Becker seconded to allocate $12,318 to Iowa Youth Corps - Park Shelter Construction with the stipulation that 1) sites must be agreed upon within six months following allocation of funds; 2) an agreement with the neighborhood(s) is reached regarding the desire to have a shelter in their neighborhood parks, and 3) each shelter is constructed in a park that is located in a low- and moderate -income neighborhood. The motion carried unanimously. Kirkwood Circle Drainage and Surfacing: Stimmel moved and Smith seconded to allocate $60,000 to Kirkwood Circle Drainage and Surfacing. The motion carried unanimously. Longfellow Playground Improvements: Leshtz moved and Parden seconded to allocate $3,250 to Longfellow Playground Improvements. The motion passed 8-0-1. Stimmel abstained from voting. '3119 /(p Ci I J COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS OCTOBER 26, I PAGE B Shared Housing: Stimmel moved and Parden seconded to allocate $15,000 to Shared Housing. The motion carried unanimously. Rental Rehabilitation Program: Leshtz moved and Smith seconded to allocate $24,000 to the Rental Rehabiliation Program. The motion passed 6-2-1. Stimmel and Parden opposed the motion. Williams abstained from voting. -- American Red Cross Emergency Disaster Assistance: Stimmel moved and _ Williams seconded to allocate $5,000 to American Red Cross Emergency Disaster Assistance. The motion Passed 7-0- abstained from voting. 2. Smith and Becker Alternative Housing Site Acquisition: Leshtz moved to allocate $60,000 to Alternative Housing Site Acquisition. The motion failed due to lack of second. Stimmel moved and Leshtz seconded to allocate $50,000 to Alternative Housing Site Acquisition. The motion carried unanimously. Creekside Sidewalks: Leshtz moved to allocate $60,000 to Creekside Sidewalks. The motion failed due to lack of second. Stimmel moved and Leshtz seconded to allocate $47,000 to Creekside Sidewalks. The motion carried unanimously. Stimmel moved and Leshtz seconded to allocate the remaining $10,332 to a Contingency Fund. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m. Submitted by: Lois Burkett, Minute;,Taker Johnson Co. lty Council of Governm''ts 410 E %bshrrgtona. bAc City, b'vw 52240 MEMORANDUM DATE: October 19, 1983 TO: Committee for Community Needs FROM: Cheryl Mintle, Human Services Coordinator RE: 1984 CDBG Human Service Requests As you know, each year the City Council requests input from the Human Services Coordinator on human services projects requesting CCN funds. In the past this has occurred after CCN has set its priorities and re- commendations. This year we are initiating a new approach with Human Services Coordinator recommendations being made to CCN in advance of their decision-making. It is hoped that this will be a more effective process. J Following are comments and recommendations from my perspective which I hope will help you as you deliberate. 1. MARK IV WILLOWCREEK NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER VAN l The Willowcreek Neighborhood Center is now in its tenth year of offering i community center activities to residents in and around the Mark IV Apartment Complex. Programs are offered out of one of the apartment units and serve pre-schoolers to senior citizens. Services provided include recreational activities, counseling, individual and group support services, crisis intervention and emergency assistance, neighborhood library, edu- cational programs, and child care and space for English classes taught by i Kirkwood Community College. The Davenport Catholic Diocese funds a half- time Indo-Chinese Outreach Worker. Rent, utilities and maintenance on the apartment which houses the Center are donated by the Mark IV management. There are approximately 750 residents at Mark IV, 130 of which are Indo- Chinese refugees. Quarterly statistics, site visits, program materials, and community feed- back all indicate a positive turnaround in this program since the addition about a year ago of their capable New Director. Calendars of Events reflect a variety of organized positive opportunities being provided at Willowcreek. With the new Director not only has program volume jumped from 48 to 225 counseling contacts and 129 to 855 recreation/social contacts first to fourth quarter last fiscal year, but proven quality has been exemplary. The Center is not serving as a loosely structured "drop-in" Center or hangout, but rather is providing structured, organized, planned growth activities for clients in a warm positive atmosphere of caring. J _ Recommendation: From my experience with this project, I feel that the Director has used alternative transportation methods and on-site pro- gramming as fully as possible, but that a van is necessary for their most effective delivery of service. Therefore, I would recommend in favor of a van for the Willowcreek Neighborhood Center. 2. PASSENGER ELEVATOR FOR USE OF THE HANDICAPPED AND ELDERLY AT OLD BRICK This proposal would appear to be inter -related to the consolidated human services facility request, as three of the affected agencies in Old Brick have indicated an interest in being part of consolidated human services. (United Way, Crisis Center, Independent Living.) - While making the building accessible by elevator is a worthwhile concept, if Independent Living were relocated the need seems somewhat less urgent. ` As stated in the proposal, United Way and Crisis Center are accessible already. Vocational Rehabilitation is accessible also via a ramp from the Clinton Street entrance. Admittedly, it is a long way from the rear parking lot to this front door and access from the lot where steps are required would be preferrable for Vocational Rehabilitation clients. Recommendation: A request this major should perhaps be held until final decisions are made regarding consolidating local human services as three major agencies involved would be affected. If Vocational Rehabilitation clients are suffering from present arrangements, perhaps a request should — more appropriately be made to State Vocational Rehabilitation or. for Develop- mental Disability Funds, some of which may be available for capital outlays. 3. IOWA YOUTH CORPS. PARK SHELTER CONSTRUCTION PROJECT i Mayor's Youth Employment, under their able Director, has made great strides in recent years in spite of experiencing a 47% cut in state funding at the start of FY83. Mayor's Youth provides subsidized employment to young people who are financially, emotionally, educationally, physically, or mentally disabled. Recent innovations have included private sector placements using a 50/50 match to offset youth salaries, the combined Jobs Bill projects with Independent Living and jobs club project and their entry into offering summer employment this past summer through the Iowa Youth Corps. Feedback on all of these projects as well as their ongoing programming has been glowing. Recommendation: The proposed shelter construction and repair project is another creative approach to meeting both general community needs and training and employing disabled young people and I would heartily recommend it as a J program that is well thought out and which I believe will be responsibly administered. .3 //! 3 , 4. HACAP/JOHNSON COUNTY MULTI-PURPOSE CENTER This project is also inter -related with the consolidated human services facility request. The Johnson County HACAP Neighborhood Opportunity Center seeks to serve as a facility for low-income residents to obtain services according to their needs. They work with individuals and families to move them out of poverty into self-sufficiency. Programs provided include energy and weatherization, community gardens, commodity food distribution, and community food and nutrition. In addition, HACAP has local Head Start Day Care and part -day preschool programs which are considered to be of high quality and very effective. The HACAP move to Lakeside has been plagued with a variety of problems too numerous to mention, the most recent being zoning concerns which would affect this new construction as well. However, if the project only included the day care and preschool, the zoning problems might be resolved. These issues are undecided right now, partially due to the pending finalization of the new Zoning Ordinance. Recommendation: While HACAP consolidation would probably be an excellent approach, once again I would recommend holding on this request until the consolidated human services facility plans have been finalized. HACAP mentioned tailoring the project down to include only preschool and day care and I would recommend that proposal assuming it would conform to the local zoning ordinance. —� S. ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE FOR THE IOWA CITY/CORALVILLE COMMUNITY Contacts made with Vocational Rehabilitation and the U. of I. Office of Services for Handicapped were positive regarding the need for an update of the January 1978 GuideintIn pro Accessibility in Iowa City which the Citizen's me Committee was instrual epay ng. It was suggested that distribution techniques should be coordinated so that copies would get in the hands of new residents as a first priority. The University Office Director said she would be interested in passing them out liberally to new students and their families during student orientation and it is hoped that she will be contacted. It was also mentioned that the material does outdate rapidly and its useful- ness will depend on updating at least annually. Recommendation: Considering the low cost of this project and the real benefit to the disabled, I would recommend it for funding. 6. SHARED YOUTH SERVICES PROJECT Mayor's Youth Employment, United Action for Youth, and Youth Homes are all well established high quality youth -serving agencies operating under excellent leadership. For some time local governmental officials have encouraged these agencies to engage in increased cooperation. In addition to the fact that the bringicostrsavingsnand effi�cienciesvthrough sharedeequipment, resources, etc. Although these three agencies have an interest in joining the consolidated human services facility, there is a case that can be made for having a more _ informal, residential facility for youth drop-in purposes which the consoli- dated facility might not facilitate. In addition, ample interested agencies remain to make the consolidated facility a reality without the inclusion of these three. Recommendation: It is my opinion that this project would benefit the youth and community of Iowa City by facilitating more coordinated youth programming and program security and I recommend it. 7. CONSOLIDATED HUMAN SERVICES FACILITY This is not a new idea, but one whose time perhaps has come. Eight agencies plus the three youth serving agencies (if their proposal is not approved) are urgently interested in this project. State CDBG funds are available for matching, chances look very good for a favorable application, and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors is extremely positive. In the long run efficiencies in space use, shared equipment, purchasing, etc., will realize cost savings for local families and taxpayers. In addition, the condition of most agencies are below good standards for optimum employee productivity. Recommendation: I would recommend $1,500 allocated from 1983 reserves and $3,500 from 1984 funds to assist in the development of this project. 8. AMERICAN RED CROSS DISASTER SERVICES PROGRAM The Johnson County Chapter of the American Red Cross provides safety, health, j and emergency services to the residents of Johnson County. Programs include: _ basic safety courses, health screenings, nursing services, blood collection and hypertension screening, services to military, and disaster services. The local chapter has not paid any National Red Cross dues since 1978 al- though national funds have continued to be channeled into the local area for disaster needs. To keep an affiliation with Red Cross, some funds must go to National or training materials, equipment, etc., will not continue to be available at the local level. From 5/1/81 to 5/31/82, some 5,000 different individuals were served with clinics, first aid classes, disaster assistance, etc., from the Red Cross office. Recommendation: Disaster services are something our community cannot do without and resources. IhRed Cross would recommendector is funding forntexcellent job with limited his projectM .3I/P Ci 5 _ 9. CEDARWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER EQUIPMENT Numerous sources confirm that increasing social problems are developing at the Cedarwood complex. These apartments along with several other com- plexes contribute to extremely high population density with little re- creational space in this neighborhood. As Mark IV and Lakeside develop more stringent policies, it appears that at least some residents are re- locating at Cedarwood.. The City, Police Department, Juvenile Diversion, Domestic Violence Project, Department of Human Services, and United Action for Youth all indicate that they are seeing increases in thefts, domestic disputes, and juvenile crime at Cedarwood, especially in recent months. Some children referred are as young as five years old. So, the problem does exist. Recommendation: While volunteer help is not the most stable alternative for programming, it is at least a start. I would recommend funding for the community center equipment with the provision that Willowcreek Center i staff help consult with the Cedarwood staff, perhaps including them in JJ the Mark IV volunteer training sessions. I �t 10 311 -1 Ci PROJECTS RECOMMENDED FOR 1984 CDBG FUNDING Project Information I. Creekside Storm Drainage 2. Cedarwood Apartments Community Center Equipment 3. Miller/Orchard Neighborhood Park Acquisition 4. Accessibility Guide for Iowa City/Coralville Community 5. Mark IV/Willow Creek Neighborhood Center Van 6. Congregate Housing Construction 7. Nelson Adult Center Phase II Renovation I 8. Housing Rehabilitation and Weatherization 9. Brookland Park Improvements 10. Creekside Alley Repair 11. Iowa Youth Corps Park Shelter Construction 12. Kirkwood Circle Drainage and Surfacing — 13. Longfellow Playground Improvements 14. Shared Housing 15. Rental Rehabilitation -- 16. American Red Cross Emergency Disaster Assistance 17. Alternative Housing Site Acquisition 18. Creekside Sidewalks 19. General Program Administration 20. Contingency 311f -CITY OF IOW; CITY CIVIC CENTER 410 E. WASHNGTON Sf. IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240 (319)356-,500D 1. October 11, 1983 Mr. Mickey Lauria, Chairman Committee on Community Needs 1106 E. Washington St. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Dear Mr. Lauria: At the informal Council session of October 3, the City Council agreed i to proceed with the Dearborn/Center/Rundell Street Storm Sewer Project. The estimated cost of this project is $292,400. The.City Council agreed that the difference between this amount and the previous amount of $255,000 will be split 50-50 between additional block grant funds and general obligation bonds. Therefore, the amount of $18,700 should be allocated from block grant funds for this purpose. If you have any questions about this matter please contact j — me. Sincerely yours, -� �u� Mary C. euhauser Mayor cc: CCN Members Jim Hencin bj/sp Ci 2. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 1. Name of proposed project: Equipment for Cedarwood Apts. Community Center 2. Description: Furnishings and equipment are needed for a Community Center/play area at the Cedarwood Apartment Complex 3. Service area: Q Neighborhood level b• City-wide d. County -wide e. Other: 4. Project duration: 6 months 5. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: N/A 6. Estimated cost: $4,000 7. Proposed funding: a. Requested from COBG:, $4,000 b. Other source(s): B• Status of commitment for other funding: None 9. Principal project beneficiaries: 0 Low and moderate income b• Elderly C. Handicapped d. Other: 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries whc will be: Q Low and moderate income: 100% © Iowa City residents: 100% il. .Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: Mark IV Community Center 1 SERVICE PROVIOFR/ArFNry rruanomaTmu L Proposed service provider/agency: Cedarwood Citizens Committee 2. Mailing address and telephone: 2040 Broadway St., Apt. B, Iowa City 3. Contact person and title: Eugenia Cady 354-0086 4. Type of organization: a. Governmental agency b. Private, non-profit corporation c�. other: Neighborhood Volunteer group 5. Date established or chartered: Currently being organized 6. Total current annual budget: a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget. Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. Ci a20r �z7 L � � .roll' �� 3llP 1 a 62e-�' ��cCa- Bl/a, s X2.0 �asr..Q �d (y 1 �I Lam. ,Z.,o a� alto .�< <.o o2lLo ,�tL 0210 �a-c a�QO Z 3oa.o aotL- �110 hpt,G a icy `1�) 3118 �f J Ci hzARTLAND MANAGEMENT COMPANr 532 42nd Street Da Moina, Iowa 50312 (515) 2744892 October 21, 1983 Mr. Jim Hencin Director of Community Development Block Grants. City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Iowa City, Iowa 52240 RE: Request for Community Development Block Grant ($4,000) for Cedarwood Apartments, Iowa City, Iowa Dear Mr, Hencin: 6* FILE COPY OCT 2 4 RECD It has been brought to our attention that a group of residents from the Cedarwood Apartments have applied for a Community Development Block Grant through the City of Iowa City Program. It is our understanding that this grant was requested for purposes of converting(and equipping)an apartment on this project to a recreational facility. As I discussed with you by phone, please be advised that this group does not represent Heartland Management Company, Managing Agent, or Cedarwo—o Associates, owners of this complex. We would like to state that we were only made aware of this request by an article which appeared in the Iowa City Press Citizen. We, therefore, ask that this request be withdrawn from consideration immediately'and any further requests in the name of Cedarwood Apartments be disregarded accordingly. This proposal is not feasible and would not be considered or approved by the owners and/or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. All of the units in the Cedarwood Apartment complex are currently under l and will remain under a 20 year Housing Assistance Payments Contract with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Cedarwood units were designed and built to meet the basic housing needs of low income families by providing these families with a clean, safe, sanitary living environment. Rent is based on approximately 308 of income with the remaining portion subsidized by the federal govern- ment. The purpose of this program is to meet basic primary housing needs and is not intended to provide for and meet the secondary social needs of a community. .J Page 2 October 21, 1983 We are not in a position to argue for or against the need for additional recreational facilities in the Iowa City Community. However, we can state that consideration of such a proposal at Cedarwood Apartments is „ well beyond the intent and scope of this project. w If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, W ya'wtz >� Sandi Brown Rental Supervisor SB:pm rr_ CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 -- PROJECT INFORMATION 3. Karen Hrade 924 Hudson, 337-7122 of proposed project: Miller -Orchard Neighborhood Park Land Ac uisition t(QDesmcription: Purchase of five acres of undeveloped land fronting on the west Comprehensive side of Miller Ave. map will be shown. 3. Service area: Qa Neighborhood level - Orchard Miller Neighborhood b. City-wide d. County -wide eO Other: Other adjoining neighborhoods and some citywide use 4. Project duration: 1 year 5. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: No S. Estimated cost: $90,000 7. Proposed funding: a. Requested from CDBG: $90,000 b. Other source(s): S. Status of commitment for other funding: None 9. Principal project beneficiaries: Low and moderate income Elderly Ia. c Handicapped d Other: All residents 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries who will be: a. Low and moderate income: b. Iowa City residents: 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) None operating in Johnson County, if any: Karen Hrade 924 Hudson, 337-7122 Ci MILLER/ORCHARD NEIGHBORH COD PARK PROJECT PROPOSAL REQUEST FOR CDBG-! FUNDING Our neighborhood, the Miller/Orchard area, currently has no neighborhood park. We request CDBG funding for the acquisition of 5 acres of land fronting on the west side of Miller Avenue. after several neighborhood meetings and in cooperation with the CDBG staff, a questionnaire was sent to all 670 residents and resulted in a comprehensive study. The resulting 4L 1 priority is a neighborhood park. While this is the top priority of the Miller/Orchard Neighborhood, it will also benefit the nearly 2,000 additional Iowa City residents living within one half mile of the proposed park. Most of these residents reside in one of the two largest RM44 High Density Multi Family Zones, as in- dicated on the proposed zoning'map for Iowa City. Our area is a newly designated area. of need and we meet the CDBG funding criteria. We have a substantial number of low and moderate income persons and many elderly. This park wculd meet an urgent community need. And the project could be completed in one year. We're asking for CDBG funding of $90,000 for acquisition of this land. It is the last green space/undeveloped land in the neighborhood and is a natural for an active pork. MILLER/ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD COMMITTEE ZEN i-HRADEK, CHAIRPERSON 3 //P y Ci i M. �. .. ..1Ci YWY )�FC• •'�\. fl C II4-�. I. I l ': ••- p •— ::'x:'!. COI PDH �% ✓. I n.;.. �I, •..1 } ..�8 II I•. 8 RS9 M •: I ' ii�y '.Lca��J u� SII I L �� ,f ,'1: J1 L.=ilal�""'ry�///�J I �WY •'\• RAS RS' 8,'I ,� Ij..xl• .�. .�� 11 RM is i- - gQ •.: RM44 'r 'd..... �� I�--•.:r-�..�,r ,,�_ RM J.9 11• 1 'i f��' ;.}x .. I i RnliNs; R$ P. rR59 Y I 1 'f .I ua'=RAS:=•RSE'•. RM RSB 1 t� P CII P y %� �:...: e,:c. .v::::: •,+wt i 20 von ; — . , 5 _- Y Os 0. t p _ ,CI1. .[;...I � :.. t.. _. ase pR IQ x� nnl P �c l' .. RM44 tll.. •wrw ,1 I� y I ..�.. w A a .yi^•. lI. x`11 - © 1 • �4.'RS ; .;', r. r _ _--, 12• •�' , M2. �• R58� ...ti � I�1; ..1. I' 4� u Pect ...:, c. ', d, i �•`f �.��`. a.� 1 I. l�6C2 PDH �, � � I' . r.,. ,,,.,. :. I 1 �� _, 1 / M1 .., I :,:\ '•„ it I I' "••` l� cf It �Y' �.� 1 i x\, ,�� 1 rill I'. Jllr-"a ==•'.. i • ,� RMH RMT' ! I Ci a. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 -- PROJECT INFORMATION Accessibility Guide for the 1. Name of proposed project: Iowa Cit-Coralville Communit 2. Description: To put into booklet form a comprehensive guide in conditions, suc handicapping as of gcgessibility for persgns with are asking blindness. We are asking for funds to arry mobility, deafness and an,investiaaticn of business„facieiusinaaadquestionnairet 1? ased” ' out Iowa City-Corplyi.11e area. '7e w;l} Checklist, Division 7,,Iowa State uiidin Cod Flan Feview Accessibility a 3. Service area: willlocal a. Neighborhood level (Tote; The no longer have directory - -- b. city-wide the special page listing acce s - X d. Countywide ibility to public buildings.) e. Other: q, Project duration: 6 months If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: $, $560.00 (Materials and typing for booklet master) 6. Estimated cost: 7. Proposed funding: a. Requested from CDBG: $560.00 Information Services will rint-- b. Other source(s):Westinahouse v Booklet. 8. Status of commitment for other funding: 9, principal project beneficiaries: a. Low and moderate income J' X b. Elderly ' X c. Handicapped d. Other: or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries who 10, Estimated number will be: a. Low and moderate income: 3,000 2,500 b, 12eA_CitX residents: Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: 11. (none) 1 3118 Li 2 w • .3�1P -1 SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION — I.posed service provider/agency: Johnson Countythetize $0a nn pped iling address and telephone:300 Melrose Ct., Iowa City, Ia.5 240 tact person and title: Maris Snider — Chairperson Jim Beck — Archetectural Barriers S b -Cor _e of organization: Chairperson Governmental agency Private, non-profit corporation —' C.Other: e established or chartered:Est. Oct, 19751 Incorp. Sept 14, 1977. al current annual budget: (below) Indicate amounts) and source(s) of funding on an attached isheet. If United May funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget. summary). ch list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. (Attached sheet) #6. Current Budget; $500.00 Income Expenses :J Donations and Monthly mailings ------$170.00 i Banquet profit ---$450.00 Annual Banquet Expense Membership dues 1J• -----250.00 25 X $2.00 ------ 50.00 Miscellaneous---------- 80.00 $500.00 $500.00 2 w • .3�1P -1 Ci JOHNSON COUNTY CITIZENS' COMMITTEE _ FOR THE HANDICAPPED 300 Melrose Court, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Board of Directors Officers Maris Snider, Chairperson John Nesbitt; PhD. Emery Rhodes, Vice -chairperson Bill Snider, PhD. Pat Simmons, Vice -chairperson Earl John Davis. Suchomel Jeff Beck, Secretary Charles 'los, Treasurer Contact person; Maris Snider ; 338-1268 Jim Deck, 354-2297 The Johnson County Citizens' Committee for the Handicapped is a non-profit, incorporated organization with an all volunteer membership comprised of disabled and non -disabled persons from a variety of life situations. It is affiliated with the Iowa Governor's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped who provide -staff assistance for advice and to help impliment special programs and _ �irajeCts.throughout the year. As a local advocacy committee, the Citizens' Comm- ittee carries on an on-going program of awareness for the concerns and needs for persons with special problems in our community. We maintain a number of specific sub- committees that carry out projedts, identify and invest- igate problems that arise in their area.of expertise. We also have a yearly awards program to recognize the achievements of disabled citizens who surmount their handicap and make substantial contributions to the community. ` We also recognize local businesses who hire disabled per- r sons. These awards are presented at the annual banquet each fall. The Citizens' Committee meets each month on a regular basis. In addition to a business meeting, a special program ei is offered by a guest speaker from the community, a film is shown or some other special feature is planned. our meetings are open to the public . We encourage membership, but it is not necessary. 3//Y L M CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CD8G FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 PROJECT INFORMATION 1. Name of proposed project: Mark Iv Willow Creek Nei - Center van 9hbothood wheel -chair y1filotno bel983 usedDto passenger van with to tand a titulartransport Mark Iv residents, the handicapped, senior citizens and children to in Par recreational, edacational, Medical and financial Places fo; Pusposes. 3. Service area: The project would be ecru of Mark Iv to help residents interact with other services a. Neighborhood level inthe YES b. City-wide City and county. YES d. County -wide e. Other: 4. Project duration: pn.gcim J 5. It continuing project, length of time previously in operation: 6. Esti dON =1 (;0 tar th0 Co 0� 0e �� 7. Proposed funding: a. . Requested from CDBG: $15,000 b. Other source(s): $ 6 _ 000 from Willow Creek Beighboncmd 8. Status of commitment for other funding: The $6,000 is already. in 9. Principal project beneficiaries: YES a. Low and moderate income YES b. Elderly YLS c. Handicapped YES d. Other: Children of low ;scop» single Parent families 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries who will be: a. Low and moderate income: 95% b. Iowa City residents: 100% 11- Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, It any: 1 3 //if Ci 1. Pr( 2. Mal, 3. Cot 4. Tyl a. YES b• C. 5. Oa• 6. To, a. b. 7. At ag Gi i I - *Crisis Center asked for s received $1,000 for move expenses ** Goodwill asked for 6 received $1,708.40 for local match of grant # D.V.P. received $2,000 from unallocated in .1981; $1,500 was maid in 1982 ## Red Cross asked for 6 received $3,600 from unallocated during 1982 THB 12/9/82 ,\4 UNITED WAY OF JOHNSON COUNTY - Allocations Division . . . . . 9 December 19A2 82 request ' 82 Alloc ' 83 Request ' 83 Alloc Agency 20,000 13,000 14,000 13,000 - Boy Scouts 6,624 5,500 5,865 5,500 Camm Fire 4,800 3,840 6,000 4,800 _ 4 C's 18,630* 18,630* 22,057 22,057 Crisis Center-Opers 8,350 8,350 10,45076 Crisis Center-Emerg 29,050 29,050 31,955 31,955 - Free Ned Clinic Geriatric Mobile Dental 4,495 2,700 3,975 3,000 Girl Scouts 22,345 12,000 21,700 12,000 _ Goodwill 35,121.40** 35,121.40** 35,500 35.500 Head Start 15,326 15,326# 14,800 14.800 Elderly Services 12,000 9,000 15,000 10.000 - J.C./ARC 10,000 10,000 12,000 12,000 J.C../Indigent Child. Dental 5,000 3,000 5,000 1,noo LLIth_ eran Social Service 9 000 9,000 10,000 10 000 Mark IV (Willow C 20,466 12,075 13,283 12.10 I Mayor's Youth Employ. 1,500 ,200 ,000 Pals (BigBrothers/BigSisters) 15,000 9,000 12,000 10.000 Salvation Army 4,300 4,300 5,000 5.000 School Children's Aid 3,200 3,200 3,400 1 400 -' C.A.H.H.S.A. 45,500 45,500 45,500 45.500 - United Action for Youth 8,000 6,400 12,000 6,800 -. Domestic Violence Project 1,500# * 1,500# 11,000 1 ] non -0- -0- 18,000 9,000 Legal Services Corp. 3,600## 3,600## 30,000 12,000 Ped Cross -0_ .-0- 4,022 2,300 etorhd Cuter oo 44,270 48,649 48.649 United WayWay Unit 44 270 � $417,156 $358,611 i I - *Crisis Center asked for s received $1,000 for move expenses ** Goodwill asked for 6 received $1,708.40 for local match of grant # D.V.P. received $2,000 from unallocated in .1981; $1,500 was maid in 1982 ## Red Cross asked for 6 received $3,600 from unallocated during 1982 THB 12/9/82 ,\4 �l .l� Diane Pepetone, Willow Johnson C� -maCO y UnCij of Govemi 'nt5 Creek Center rr 410EVGfshirU=,zz bhoCirybVv052z 0 r - Date: February 23, 1983 To: Human Service Agencies Requesting FY84 Funding from Iowa City and Johnson County From; Mary Neuhauser, Mayor, City of Iowa City iM•C•`S(. Don Sehr, Chairman, Johnson County Board of Supervisors Re:p Iowa City FY84 Budget for Human Service Agencies The Iowa City Council, at its February 7th work session and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors at its February 9th work session, informally adopted the following FY84 funding amounts for human service agencies: CITY 0� CITY Big Brothers/Big Sisters $ 19,910 United Action for Youth 35,000 Crisis Center - Intervention 7,220 Crisis Center - Emergency 7,843 Willow Creek Center 7,070 Elderly Services Agency 23,500 Mayor's Youth Employment • 25,000 Rape Victim Advocacy 8,969 Domestic Violence Project — 8,250 HACAP Neighborhood Center iTOTAL AGENCY FUNDING 2 000 Contingency Fund's TOTAL FUNDS 8252, , FY outnin Reso tion 81-245,uand o8provide foreotherycriticcalrneeds whichamight ti surface during the year. In addition, the Council deferred its final decision on funding for the Elderly Services Agency and the Johnson County Chapter of the American Red Cross. Funds for these agencies might additionally come out of th Contingency Fund if such is determined later on. e It was determined that MECCA would not be funded this year but that the City would like to help MECCA work on finding less expensive space for their program. ..._..._-..__......-------.....------.__--------...311....- Ci REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR: 1984 Principal Benefits of Project or Activity A. This project would address the needs of low and moderate income persons who live at the Mark IV apartment complex. Many, residents of Mark IV, especially senior citizens, handicapped and single parent families are not very mobile. The fact that Mark IV is located several miles from most Iowa City facilities results in a real need for transportation that is affordable and physically manageable. B. This project would also aid in prevention or elimination of slums and blight by providing the residents, particularly young people, with access to adequate recreational facilities. This would decrease. inappropriate use of hallways, parking lots and gardens as play areas. C. Certain urgent public health and safety needs would be met through this project. A van with a wheel chair lift would transport residents of all ages who jare Incapacitated temporarily or permanently to medical services or emergency assistance. For children, access to appropriate recreational and educational i facilities would give them safe and healthy outlets for their interests and energy, and would provide a positive deterrent to child neglect and abuse. D. Other: A Willow Creek Neighborhood Center Van would help fulfill several of our Center's goals as listed on the attached sheet of our purpose and goals. In particular, the goals defined in parts lc,ld,le,lg,2c and 3a would be well served if Willow Creek Neighborhodd Center had a van. 3118 -1 Ci PROJECTED USES OF THE WILLOT: CREER NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER VAN .-. i 1 weekly trip to the Free Medical Clinic 1 weekly trip to a grocery store for senior citizens and handicapped 2 weekly trips to the public library and the Iowa City Ret. Center Tuesdays, older children go to the library's program "Everything Under The Sun" and the younger children go to the Rec. Center. On Thursdays the order is reversed and the i films at the library, younger children see special 1 monthly trip for the senior citizens to places of interest. Occassional tripe for special events such as: Conference on aging at West High School, Iowa City Vietnamese New Year Celebration at the University of Iowa Office of International Education Black History month presentation "I Have A Dream" at the Coralville Elementary School Miscellaneous trips based on special circumstances such as: Special pottery demonstration at U.A.Y. for children, grades 1-7 Trip to a fabric shop for members of Sewing Class _ Tour of MacBride Natural History Museum for children and senior citizens'- The itizensThe above projected uses are based on present needs and -services, and the specific examples are actual trips we have made at the Center with the residents. L ((_ City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM DAM October 17, 1983 TO: Corm:ittee on Community Needs FROM: Fred C. Krause, Chairperson, Iowa City Housing Commission RE: Recommendations for CDBG Funding for Calendar Year 1984 At the regularly scheduled meeting of the Iowa City Housing Cormdssion held October 7, 1983 the Commission reviewed four proposals requesting MBG finds for hous- ing projects. The Housing Commission affirmed the need for each of the programs, but cognizant of the limited funding available prioritized the projects as follows: . 1) .Congregate Housing 2) Housing Rehabilitation f, Weatherization 3) Shared Housing 4) Site Acquisition The Housing Commission recommends finding all four projects. 3 M ,J M Ci CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 19 Sq 1, Name of proposed project: Congregate Housing, Z• Description: To finance the construction of congregate housing by offering 3% financing for 20 years. To a non-profit group. The monthly pay- back will be $1250.00. 3, Service area:. a. Neighborhood level City-wide d County -wide e. Other: 4. Project duration: On going. 5. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: 6. Estimated cost: $225,000 7. Proposed funding: a. Requested from C08G: $228,000 b. Other source(s): NonOReXro£it spopsor will furnish, staff, and 8. Status of Commitment for other funte the ding:- :- 9� Rent. 9. Principal project beneficiaries: 7 Low and moderate income t�u Elderly tS) Handicapped d, Other: 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries w will be: a. Low and moderate income: b. Iow�tX residents: 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: Systems Unlimited (for handicapped) Public Housing, Section 8, Atrium Village, 1 3//00 i Ci J --l"WAGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agencyNon rofit or 2. Melling address and telephone: P gazutation. P To be selected later. 3. Contact person and title: 4•Type of organization: a• Governmental agency Private, non-profit C. Other: corporation 5• Date established or chartered: 6• Total current annual budget: a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) sheet. of funding an an attached b• If United May funded, attach Copy budget current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover Page and budget summary) 7• Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and agency purpose or goals. statement of 2 C i` REQUEST FOR HUMAN SERVICES FUNDING FROM CITY OF IOWA CITY CDBG PROGRAM YEAR 1984 PROJECT INFORMATION 7. 1.• Name of proposed human services project: Building Renovation for the ` Expansion of Nelson Adult Center, a Division of.Systems Unlimited, Inc. 2. Description: Johnson County Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC) owns the building where Nelson Adult Center/Systems Unlimited, Inc., houses their offices and day program. The application for renovation funds is to expand the day program to both levels of the building. This expansion includes moving Systems'Unlimited, Inc., offices to another location.. In order to accomodate the increasing needs of Johnson County handicapped adult citizens, adequate building space is essential. Currently, Nelson Adult Center (NAC) is spread between two unattached buildings. The distance — is complicated by inclement weather, individual physical handicap, parking lot condition and parked vehicles. These variables make independent travel between buildings a high risk journey. The consolidation of NAC into one building on two levels would enhance the programming as well as decrease potential health hazards. Efficiency is paramount in our request for city funding. Efficiency relates directly to tax money saved in long-term planning. Nelson Adult Center serves Johnson County adults who are developmentally -- disabled. As of June 1, 1983, the enrollment was 63 mentally and physically handicapped adults. Fifteen individuals are in wheelchairs. In order to provide for individual needs our clients must have access to the entire building. This then will necessitate the addition of an elevator or chair/ stairway lift. Nelson Adult Center is a unique program in the Iowa City community. No other '- agency provides a comprehensive adult day program for multiple handicapped individuals. We have two distinct programs based on functioning level: work activity and adult day care. The persons served at NAC have vocational goals centered around a therapeutic/educational work environment. We provide training areas in education, daily living skills, craft/recreation, prevocational and contract. Each area established personal goals that have sequential steps. These goals then can be evaluated and revised in order to develop skills that contribute to a well-rounded individual. Each person is scheduled into each area for an hour. Programming is based _. an a 7 hour client day. A group or class is rotated together throughout the day. These groups are established with the idea of learning and gaining independence. We pair ambulatory persons with non-ambulatory. Our established groups accentuate the positive aspects of each individual. Ci 2 Our enrollment projects for the future are as follows: Current 63 clients 15 non-ambulatory 6-1-86 71 clients 19 non-ambulatory 6-1-89 85 clients 20 non-ambulatory This includes only those persons that we are now aware of. There must be consideration for Johnson County emergency placements in the next six years. These variables could be as high as 15 additional clients or 100 total by 1989. These enrollment figures do not reflect the assumed increase in staff and - support personnel. At our present rate of growth our staff should increase from 15 to 25 persons. This would place additional strain on our current facilities. Total individuals in the two level building - 125. Initially, the ARC owned building was adequate. In 1980 we had 22 clients. In 1983 we have 63 clients, a 200% increase. By 1989 our clientele will have grown to a 300% increase or 85 clients approximately. That is a 7 significant strain on the available space without expansion/renovation. Another indicator of our need is the growth in our wheelchair multiple handicapped population: 1980 - 5 persons in wheelchairs; 1989 - 20 persons - -in wheelchairs. That is a 400% increase. ri Ia order to expand our available apace we (Association for Retarded Citizens/ _ Johnson County). propose to convert the entire 12,000 square feet contained in our building at -1020 William Street to usable space for the Nelson Adult — Center. In compliance with the provisions of the Davis/Bacon Act, we have had renovation cost estimates prepared by William Nowysz, AIA (see Exhibit A and Exhibit B). These costs include: 1) Remove front doors, replace with new hollow metal. Add vestibule with new hollow metal doors inside. $ 1,660.00 2) Remove existing south facing window; add two new fire exit doors and replace with new aluminum frame windows 8,200.00 yin existing.openings... Reuse existing glass. 3) Provide interior guardrail at west side windows. 240.00 4) Remove existing restroom walls and fixtures. Provide glazed block walls for new restrooms. Reuse existing water closet and add five more. Provide dressing 16,250.00 I tables (3) and trough type sink. 5) Remove existing kitchen walls, replace with new metal stud and gypsum board walls (60 LF). Provide new counter 6,200.00 -- (15 LF), double sink at height for wheelchair use. 0 //P Ci 3 6) Remove existing floor tile; clean and seal concrete floor. 4,070.00 7) New fire exit doors. 300.00 - i 8) Remove existing walls around restrooms and replace with glazed block. Install trough sink. Install new plaster ceiling and lighting. 12,200.00 9) Rework kitchen. Lower counter - accessible. More electrical outlets. 3,000.00 - 10) New furnace. 7,000.00 11) New elevator. 30,000.00 I 12) Exterior painting, 1860 SF. Primer + two coats. 1,582.00 13) Interior painting, 4800 SF. 700.00 14) Architectural/engineering services for remodeling -- (Exhibit B). 11,039.00 TOTAL $102,441.00 It is very important to note the differences between this request and"that of June 1983. The list of projects has not changed but the cost estimates have been confirmed by William Nowysz, AIA. This resulted in a redistribution of the requested funds and a slight increase in our request from $90,800.00 to $91,402.00. The major change results from our need to comply with the - provisions of the Davis/Bacon Act. This adds $11,039.00 in architectural and engineering services fees. "- 3. Service Area: Nelson Adult Center provides vocationaltraining and day care for handicapped citizens of Iowa City and Johnson County. - 4. Project Duration: Since the total cost of necessary renovation is high (approximately $91,402.00) the work will be completed over an indefinite period ., depending upon funding. If full funding is promised by the City, this project can easily be completed in one year. As described below any money not received from Iowa City CDBG will have to be borrowed. Based upon current projections, the additional space for Nelson Adult Center will be needed by 1985-1986. Nelson Adult Center is, of course, a continuing support facility of Iowa City and Johnson County whose need will only increase in the future. 5. If Ongoing Project, length of time previously in operation: Nelson Adult Center in its present form has been in operation since 1969 and the Association for Retarded Citizens, Johnson County (ARC/JC) has provided the present facilities for Nelson since 1979. Renovation of this building has continued through this period. 6. Estimated Cost: $102,441.00. 3 Mf Ci 4 7. Proposed Funding: Requested from CDBG: $102,441.00 8. Status of Commitment(s) for Other Funding: In the past ARC/JC has been able to borrow money from the bank using both the building and rent as collateral for the loan. Rent is paid by Systems Unlimited, Inc. We anticipate no problem continuing this arrangement and increased rent will be paid by Systems Unlimited, Inc. 9. Principal Proiect Beneficiaries: All clients of Nelson Adult Center are Ka_ gdicapit ped citizens. — 10. Estimated Number of Monthly Project Beneficiaries: -100% are lower income -94% live in Iowa City 11. Name(s) of Similar Piogram(s) Operating in Johnson County, if any: None. Goodwill does not program for severe and profound multiply handicapped adults. i _I • CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 PRn.1FCT TmonQUATTnd 1. 2. 3. 4. S. 6. 7. S. 9. 10. 11. J 8. Li .� C7 Attachment to Request for CDBG Fundin Housing Rehabilitation has been a continuing CDBG Project. Currently there are four programs available for low income, single family, owner -occupied homes in need of repair: I. Low Interest Loan - This is a loan/second mortgage where one can borrow up to $15,000.00 at 6% for 15 years. 2. Weatherization Loan - This is a loan secured by a Promissory note where one can borrow $1500.00 at 3% for 5 years. 3. Forgivable Loan - Maximum amount allowed for home repair is $15,000.00. A lien is recorded against the house for 5 years and 20% - is forgiven each year. The lien is also forgiven upon death or incapacitating illness. 4. Painting Grant - This is funded by the CDBG "Jobs Bill" on a one-time basis. A one story home could be eligible for up to $2,500.00 while a, two story home. could receive up to $4,000.00. This is a basic grant - no lien involved. _. These programs satisfy many community needs. 1. Neighborhood revitalization. 2. Helps save housing stock that would otherwise be lost to neglect (lack of funds for major repairs). 3. Helps older people stay in their homes longer. 4• Elimination of hazardous neighborhood conditions (cisterns, deteriorated garages, etc.). V/l V Ci I ia:r1ur 1. N z. D 3. S 4 d e. 4. Pi S. I' 6. E: 7. Pi a. b. 8. St 9. Pr O b. C. d. 10. Es wi a. b. 11. Nai While thi within wl 9. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1993 �l ,-�4 Ci SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION I. " FFri 2. Ma' 3. Coi 4. Tm Q C. S. Dal 6. Tot a. b. 7. At1 ag( J Attachment 'Ae _Proieet Descriptioa3 This project proposes the upgrading of the playground facilities in Brookland Park to accomodate an increased number of children. Currently there are just three swings in the park, yet it is the only within walking distance of the six non-profit childeare centers locaed rk along Melrose Avenue (there is also a non-profit preschool on Myrtle Ane and a now for-profit daycare on Benton Street)e The six centers on Melrose Avenue serve a high proportion of law -income children who some to them from all over town. A survey of them reveals that 58 children in these centers qualify for the Pres/Redueed Meals program through the USDA's Child Care Food Program- this is a clear indicator of the concentration Of low/moderate income families using the childcare centers along Melrose. There are only six childcars programs in Johnson County that have Title Xx contracts with the Department of Human Services to provide subsidized child- care for low-income families; three of these Title XX centers are on Melrose Avenue. We Pnopase that a wooden play structure and a geodesic climbing dame be added to the park. It would also, be prudent to put sand at the base of the play equipment to prevent injuries. While the six childcare centers along Melrose Avenue (Melrose Day Care, j Frisndehip.Aay Cara, Alice's Bijou Day Case, Brookland Woods,Rainbow Day Cars and University Parent's Care Collective) have jointly suggested this project, we would request that the funds for the improvements go to the Iaws City Parke and Recscation Department for actual Implementation. Representatives from the centers and the neighborhood can give suggestions concerning the specific type of equipment to be installed. To verify that neighborhood residents would be in favor of the proposed improvements in Brocklamd Park a petition was circulated along Melrose Court, the street closest to the park and the only one which would experience a passible increase in foot traffic due to the Improvements. While not all the residents were at home, those presented with the petition and an explanation of the proposal were overwhelmingly in favor of its Meq}. noted that such improvement were long overdue and also suggested that more lighting be provided in the park to make it a safer place for women to walk through at night. Attached are the petitions. s F We, the undersigned, favor upgrading the children's playground at — Brookland Park. D _ GVG���n SCS 41, j - �� s qR VOz Act I l qo� Of C ow -31Y�'je�''Bs� `, v 1,7 � �314 '►woe �' Ctkbet�3. �0.R3 ce 1 olio/S3 - _ ^ n We, the undersigned, favor upgrading the children's playground at Hrookland Park. Address Date �� Z F1vY-uf& 10% ? 3 L CDBG FILE COPY - Chris Carmen— Director Melrose Day Care Center 701 Melrose Ave.. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 _ October 7, 1983 Mickey Laurie Iowa.0lty Citic Center 410 8. Washington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 52240 Deas. Ms, Laurias We are writing concerning the $824,000 1984 Rousing and Urban Development grant to be used to benefit low and moderate income residents and to improve city facilities, Currently there are six non-profit shildeare centers .in a five block area along Melrose Annie, All serve a high proportion of - low income families and three of them are Title IDC centers which have contracts with the Department of Human Services. Together approximately 150 young children are enrolled in these centers.. Unfortunately, Brookland Park (the only park within walking distance of theme centers) has almost no playground equipment. We would like to request that a portion of the HUD grant money be used to upgradethese play facilities to aceomadate the children in our centers and others who live or go to elementary school in the area, Representatives from our centers would be glad to discuss this matter with you further and give specific suggestions for .the future detel0p1RG0t of the park, Please let us know'if there is am application M procedure we need to go through, Thank you for your time and consideration of this matter. We look forward to hearing from you,. Sincerely, rsy em \ Care OantalrUaoilaatitpr Rai' owD Oare Oa er. Brookland Wooden v a Z��-�� C,�,�4 CN, Bijou Ooopprative Melrose Day Care Center CITY OF IOWA CITY ' w REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 c PROJECT INFORMATION J i � I 1. Name of proposed project: Creekside NSA Alley Repair 2. Description: Regrade and regravel an alley which has risen above the grade of adjoining properties causing water to build up and lie in yard areas (see attachment) 3. Service area: (ai Neighborhood level City-wide d. County -wide _ e. Other: 4. Project duration: Not to exceed one year. 5. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: N/A 6. 'Estimated cost: $2,500 7. Proposed funding: Requested from CDBG: $2,500 b. Other source(s): 8. Status of commitment for other funding: N/A 9. Principal project beneficiaries: a. Low and moderate income b. Elderly C. Handicapped d. Other: 10. Estimated number or percentage of project beneficiaries who will be: 2Low and moderate income: 41% b. Iowa City residents: 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: N/A 6itivj 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Ci CITY OF IOWA CITY — REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 1. Name of proposed project: Ioua Youth Carps, Park Shelter i2. Description: The Iowa Youth Corps, in conjunction with the City of low City Parks and Recreation Department., a Park shelter with P R staff, Iowa Youtan stru hsCorps,es to cstaff, onstru t and Youth selected by the State of Iowa For the summer - 3. Service area: Building site (park) selected will be in a low-moder to income neighborhood a. Neighborhood level b. City-wide X i d. County -wide a. Other: 4. Project duration: 7 weeks, summer of 1984 5- If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: 6. Estimated cost: $12,318 * See page 2 budget - g 7. Proposed funding: $37,318 a. Requested from CDBG:$12,318 b. Other sources) $25,000 State of Ioua, local units of governme t 8. Status of commitment foro her funding: uill be ay pproved b Febr ary 7th 9. Principal project beneficiaries: ga. Low and moderate income XX b Elderly XX c Handicapped XX d. Other: youthXX I 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries who will be: Employed — Park Participants a. Low and moderate income: 80-90% 90,% b. Iowa City residents: 60-75% goal 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: None 1 3//1 - lrF. SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency: MayorIsYouth Employment Prog 2. Ma:linn .AA.... and 4ulunbnnn• nen r ca T....., r:4v 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. i am T u� C� 1 Service Provider " gency intormation _ 6. Uayoros Youth Bmploydent Program Amount and Sources of Funding FY 84 — City of Coralville: City of Iowa City: 1,600.00 — CDBG-aayores Youta/independent Liviny: 25,000.00 10,500.00* CDBG-Bayor•s.Youth Jobs Club: Iowa City Community School District: 4300.00 Johnson County Board of Supervisors: Private Sector 2,750.00 — 2000.00 , Batched Funds: State of Iowa: 4.800.00 United Way: (Calendar Allocation) University 0431.00 34,800.00 of Iowa: (Work Study) Total Revenue Before Investment 2,080.00 " Earnings: Interest: 588,261.00 Total Revenue and Support: 325.0 0 38b,586.00 *810,500.00 represents 35% of a $30,000 grant received with Independent Living, Inc. 3111 - Ci October 14,-19U3 ^ ^ Mayorbs Youth Employment program 217 E. Washington St. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 To: Members, Committee on Community Heeds Mayor0s Youth, in conjunction with the City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department, request $12,318 from Community Deveiopmeht Block Grant funds in order to construct two (2) picnic shelters in Iowa City parks and complete repairs on existing shelters. We have selected 24 foot open hexagonal shelters with brick Lire - places for a construction project to be completed with approximately eighteen youth as part of the Iowa Youth Corps. summer conservation for program. and consultants willrhe,Providedtby the 1State ea�or Iowa and City staffmatcnea locally. In addition to construction of new shelters, two (z) existing shelters will be re -roofed. Building sites for new construction will most likely be Hiller Park and College Green Park. On behalf of tae board of directors of MYEP, and the Director of parks b Recreation, Dennis Showalter, I would like to thank you for your iconsideration of this worthwhile project. I look forward to meeting with you in the near future to discuss this matter further. i sincerely, i J peg McElroy, Director Mayor's Youth Employent program Enclosure (Request tar CDBG Funding) cc: Dennis Showalter i f1:C81114 1. 2. recons 3. 4. S. 6. 7. 8. 9. l 10. 11. f ,A 12. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR l83_= 184 Li ptil 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Lor Gen Dor Su: Dav Nel repa Survey _f .\4 Kirkwood Circle is a unique neighborhood, being that it sits on a knob, while the -- surrounding area in three directions ( east, south, west ) is hilly. This neighborhoods mair.•• problem is that everytime it rains, the water sits in puddles. This occurd mainly due to the lack of storm drains in the vicinity. There is a recurrence of the same, during the spring -melt. When the temperature drops to freezing, these citizens also have to contend with their vehicles wheels being froze in ice, because of standing water. Through my 7 inquieries and observations, I found there has never been a storm drainage system on this street, as well as sidewalks and curbs. The area circling Kirkwood Circle utilizes a natural incline of the hills, for water run-off. By the map provided, one can see that the major storm drains lie to the east, on Ginter.Ave., and Lower Muscatine (circled). I visually found storm drains closer to the problem area on Friendly Ave., Lukurk St., and in an alleyway named. Ridge (marked with an _ x). Citizens have also complained of stanhngnin` their basements, following a rain, or snow melt In summation, I feel this problem must be remedied, before serious legal complications. arise in the future. Reginald Williams Committee on Community Needs .- .-i Ci I u -o o\ �r• Q11. l.OV'N o JI Li- a ri Job _ : •; , '. D .. Lj j , -n•� ,�( Cr ❑} 'm'c P 0cjp �' ,. -r_..=;mss.:- �, }�- :�, �_.•=t.-.:,,,.�:•.:rr-.-;:..i7�•;� � �,,•� .. �v l�rj Ci�3�• Ab d Q actt�u� A\—13Q 13 I O.i! L. i •'T ^-jll' t: L I -I,.,��," ,�.`'. a • �', o o (3 aft CI ti - .0 �. ;� �• . d• f],. ; , `��.�'90ry "�.I �'�- r�•��J..wl�flO_1��Lr Vr -l���.�„~rr►^1`'-iak . �1 R:,.:.. h';.% 4 ti arm ❑ iJ a' C7 1” ` ,i t :❑ a 9t Cb a. c/ Lig ,,�'`�'• I. �•,. �� 0-T � � -i" 'c. , ` F J' I_I �, "• SI ' ° .�l I • ° 4'11 Q ''Q IJ noor�' �' �..y M D ,r,,.LJ -•'Cj .CL�1 iI t7 !'G.1 i U',;' }ct 1 II TOPOGRAPHIC MAPPING ! _ LEGEND - NOTE+ ELEVATIONS ARE BASED V" %IEA1 SEA LEVEL, 10' CONTOURS ARE BASED ON U. S. G. S. 2' CONTOURS ARE BASED ON STEREOPHOTOGRAMMETRIC METHOD FROM AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY. DATE i OF PHOTOGRAPHY- 1974. N I I I 13. - CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 - ,A Ci j The Longfellow School Playground serves as a neighbor- hood park for the Creekside Neighborhood. The playground is used heavily by neighborhood children after school, on the weekends, and during the summer. Families with chil- dren not yet in school frequently come to the playground. — According to 1980 census data, from 41% to 50% of the res- idents in this area are low and moderate income.Of the 227 students at Longfellow, 25.89% participate in the free and reduced hot lunch program at school. - In 1978 CDHG funds were used to begin development of the Longfellow Playground. At that time, a survey showed that — 36% of the residents favored a mini -park with benches, land- scaping, and playground equipment. We, the Longfellow PTA, would like to continue to develop and improve this playground. — Residents and parents in the neighborhood have expressed interest and support of this project. Specific meas of concern are the following: The construction of more apartments in the Dodge Street area has affected that neighborhood. Oak Grove Park, - once used mostly by young children, is now often used by college-age adults. Many parents are reluctant to have their children play at the park now. Also, the traffic on Dodge Street has increased, making it more difficult and dangerous to cross to:the park. Many of the families who live east of Dodge Street are more likely to use Longfellow Palyground. 2. Many families with young children come to Longfellow, but there is little play equipment appropriate and safe for children ages 2 to 4. We would like to add a piece of play equipment with low platforms, a gently sloping slide, a low balance beam, etc. that can be used not only by younger children, but also by children in grades K through 3. (Please see picture) 3. Many parents have expressed concern over the "non - safety" of the slide on the playground. It is 8 feet high and has a steep slope so children slide down rapid- ly. There is no platform at the top, and the steps are - 12 inches apart. We would like to replace this slide with one that is 6 feet high, and has several safety _ features such as a platform at the top, a safety top - rail, and steps spaced closer together. (See picture) 4. For reasons of comfort and cleanliness, we would like ~ to have a park bench and trash can installed. These " should be the type that can be anchored to the ground. F Ci David I.. Cronin Suncrintendent . ]WA CITY COMMUNITI SCHOOL DISTRICT Longfellow School October 14, 1983 1670 William Strm Iowa City, Iowa 57270 319-338.3685 — Committee on Community Concerns Civic Center Iowa City, Iowa 52240 To Whom It May Concern: This letter'is in support of the Longfellow P.T.A. request for funds from the "Community Development Block Grant." The funds requested are to support the expansion and improvement of the neighborhood playground area at.Longfellow School. This area serves the two -hundred twenty-seven students and pre-school children in the school neighborhood. Our participation in this program several years ago allowed us to meet some of the playground needs of the residents of this -area. Students participating in'the free and reduced lunch program represent approximately twenty-six percent of the enrollment (25.89). Included also in the former figure are two special education classes comprised of physically and mentally disabled students. The,.staff.and administration look forward to the prospects of improving and expanding these facilities. as rel D. Blank Principal 3111 K, Ci 519 Oakland Avenue Iowa City, Iowa 52240 18 October 1983 Committee on Community Needs Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Dear Committee Members: The playground at Longfellow Elementary School is an important neighbor- hood resource. However, it is also an unsafe place for children to play. As a pediatrician, I am concernedabout the risks to public health inherent in the playground. As a parent, I am concerned about the well being of my children and -- their friends. I am hopeful that community action can improve the playground and make it a safer place to play. Two features of the Longfellow playground are particularly hazardous: the slide and climbing bars and the surface surrounding them. The equipment is of ,M old design and does not have any of the safety features of more modern playground equipment. Both the slide and the climbing bars permit climbs in excess of eight feet and have no guard rails to prevent falls. The slide, in particular, concerns ! all parents who accompany their children to the playground. The area surrounding the equipment is also a major concern. It is packed earth covered by a thin layer of sharp -edged gravel. Not only is this a non - resilient surface, it is alos an abrasive one.Falls onto such a surface are only _ minimally less damaging than falls onto asphalt or concrete. Since falls may be from heights as great as eight to ten feet, the potential for serious injury is great. Substitution of a more resilient surface such as sand (10 to 12 inches deep) or rubber matting would markedly reduce the risk of serious injury. I have attached.two editorial comments from the American Academy of Pediatrics which present the risks of falls onto various surfaces. I hope they will prove informative. - Obviously, safety on playgrounds is a function of more than equipment design. i Supervision and equipment maintenance are also important. Beginning with safe equipment, however, makes supervision much easier. ncerely yours, i�l c ���7�d J old C. Woodhead, M.D. Assistant Professor Department of Pediatrics University of Iowa ,� L 14. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNOING: PROGRAM YEAR . -84 1. Name of proposed project: SHARED HOUSING 2. Description: To administer a Shared Homes Program to provide alternative housing opportunities for elderly persons who are unable to live independently and who would be prematurely institution- alized without shared housing assistance. 3. Service area: a. Neighborhood level Q City-wide d. County -wide e. Other: 4. _ Project duration: On going. 5. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: 3 MO. 6. Estimated cost: $15,000 7. Proposed funding:. Requested from COSG: b. Other source(s): Contributions from pparticipants is passible in the form of a filin fee: 8. Status of commitment for other funding: 9. Principal project beneficiaries: D. Low and moderate income (b. Elderly Q Handicapped d. Other: — 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries who will be: a. Low and moderate income: 90; b. Iowa City residents: 100; 11. Name(s) of similar program(e) operating in Johnson County, if any: -- Systems unlimited for non -elderly , Mary 0. Caldron home. Li --1 SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION City of Iowa City l DrOnncaA APPV'ILP nrnvi IBP/anpncv- e----- L �l ,4\ Ci 15. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 84 PROJECT INFORMATION 1. Name of proposed project: Rental Rehabilitation Program 2. Description: Implement a rental rehabilitation program designed to renovate Cr SERVICE F 2. ProF 2. Mail 3. Cont 4. Type a. b. C. S. Date 6. Tota a. b. 7. Atta agen r'\ Ci 16. AMERICAN RED CROSS JOHNSON COUNTY CHAPTER 120 N. OUSUOUE STREET PHONE (719) 817.2110 IOWA CITY. IOWA 52210 October 18, 1989 Hickey Laurie, Chairperson Committee on Community Needs Iowa City Civic Center _ 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iona $2240 Dear Hr. Laurias We are writing to request funding from the 1984 Federal Block Grants for support of the Johnson County American Red Cross disaster services program. In the past two fiscal years this program has provided emergency assistance consisting primarily of shelter, food and clothing to one hundred and twenty- eight people. The great majority of people assisted in this program have been low and moderate income individuals who were in great need of the emer- gency assistance the Red Cross provided. The direct cost of this assistance, excluding administrative costs, has been $14,272. Since the Johnson County Chapter was without the funds to carry out its disaster program, the American National Red Cross has served this commmity by paying for these direct costs. But for the past year the National Red Cross has experienced severe budgetary problems due to the unusually large number of costly natural disasters --primarily fires, floods and tornadoes -- that have occurred in this period throughout the United States. Under these circumstances the Johnson County American Red Cross has been seeking greater local support for its local disaster services. In accordance with this, from the $824,000 in federal block grants Iowa City expects to receive in 1984, the Johnson County Chapter is requesting $$,000 to be used to provide emergency disaster assistance to low and moderate income peoples in the Iowa City area. Sincerely yours,Im P Lary Belman _ Chairman oi`thei and Executive Director 3119 Ci - City of Iowa Cif—,, -�- MEMORANDUM Date: November 3, 1983 ITo: City Manager and City Council From: J Jim Hencin, CDBG Program Coordinator t Re: American Red Cross Proposal - Project Eligibility I, CCN has recommended the allocation of $5,000 from CDBG for the Johnson County Chapter of the American Red Cross disaster services program. Although the Red Cross provides a necessary and worthwhile service for local disaster victims, it appears that this program is not eligible for I, CDBG funding. HUD Policy IHUD regulations which govern the CDBG program permit the funding of a• "public service" if it is either "a new service, or a quantifiable i increase in the level of a service above that which has been provided by or in behalf of the unit of general local government." I do not believe i that we could demonstrate this to be the case in the Red Cross proposal; nor could we demonstrate that a "serious or immediate threat to the health j I or welfare of the community" exists. Local Policy In 1982, the City Council affirmed its policy of not funding human service agency operating costs through CDBG. (A one -time -only exception was made for the special Jobs Bill grant this year.) It appears that funding the I disaster services program would be contrary to this policy. I I bj4/26 r V 3/lP Ci 17. y CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 ^ PROJECT INFORMATION 1. Name of proposed project: Alternative Housing Site Acquisition 2. Description: To buy property either developed or undeveloped, to provide alternati housing opportunities for elderly and/or handicapped individuals, or low income families. 3. Service area:. a. Neighborhood level b. City-wide Q County -wide A-95 agreements with several communities e. Other: for assisted housing. 4. Project duration: On-going previously funded assisted housing site ac Ingo and development. 5. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: 6. Estimated cost: $80,000 7. Proposed funding: a. Requested from CDBG: b. Other source(s): 8. Status of commitment for other funding: 9. Principal project beneficiaries: Low and moderate income Elderly c. Handicapped d. Other: 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project beneficiaries who will be: a. Low and moderate income: 75 - 10OZ b. Iowa City residents: sites can only be in Iowa City -therefore I 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: Systems Unlimited; Oaknoll; Atrium Village; Mary 0. Caldron Home; Beverly Manor. ,e Ci l 18. CITY OF IOWA CITY 1 REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 84 _ PROJECT INFORMATION 1. N z. c 3. S C t a 4. F 5. 7 6: E 7. F C t 8. S 9. F _. ca t c c 10. E M t 11. � J ATTACHMENT ^ Creekside NSA Sidewalk Project I Cost Summary A. Large Scale Projects i.J 1. 2nd Ave.* 22,320 2. 4th Ave.* 21,360 s 3. H St.* 16,320 4. I St.* 15,360 5. 7th Ave. Ct.* 10,800 6. G St.* 4,000 '$90,160 B. Small Scale Projects 1. Center St. bridge* 650 2.. Sheridan St. bridge* 700 .3. Friendship St. •10,320 4.. Jackson Ave. 7,200 5. Muscatine Ave. 4,000 6. Muscatine Ave. 8,400 _ $31,270 *Recent priority selections - L� PROJECTS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR 1984 CDBG FUNDING Project Information 21. Senior Center Intercom 22. Property Acquisition and Clearance 23. Historic Rehabilitation Program 24. Shared Youth Services 25. Sturgis Ferry Park- Plan Update 26. Ralston Creek Improvements - Creekside 27. Elevator at Old Brick 28.. Consolidated Human Services Facility 29. River City Housing Collective, Housing Purchase and Rehabilitation 30. Historic Preservation 31. Phone Ear Special Hearing System 32. HACAP/Johnson County Multi-purpose Center 33. Senior Center Energy Management System '311f r,• PF 1. 2. recepti speaker (An add 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10 11 ,J Li SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency: Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Cen er _ 2. Mailing address and telephone: 28 S. Linn Iowa > City, Iowa 52240 337 348L j 3. Contact person and title: Bette Meisel, Coordinator of Senior Center — ' i 4. Type of organization: i Governmental agency — I Private, non-profit corporation C. Other: S. Date established or chartered: Senior Center opened September 1981 6. Total current annual budget: a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) sheet. of funding on an attached b• If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). Service 7• Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of , agency purpose or goals. O 2 314 - 22. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 Li ATTACHMENT TO REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 Project: Property acquisition and clearance. The subject property is in a very dilapidated condition. It is not economically feasible to rehabilitate the house; located in the Ralston Creek floodway. A concrete retaining wall on the bank of _ Ralston Creek (rear property line of 11 S. Johnson Street) has fallen into the creek, resulting in obstruction of the stream flow and bank erosion. It is proposed that the property be acquired, the house demolished, and lot cleared. The City's Public Works Department may then repair jthe retaining wall and restabilize the creek bank. Because the house is tenant occupied, the City would provide relocation benefits in i accordance with federal law. .. The project has been requested by the Ralston Creek Coordinating Committee and is consistent with the Ralston Creek Watershed Management Plan. J Project Goal: Eliminate neighborhood slum and blight. Objectives: 1. Purchase a slum and blighted property. 2. Relocate tenant(s) to decent, safe, and sanitary housing consistent with their needs. —' 3. Demolish and clear a house in slum condition. 4. Permit the City to repair and stabilize the bank of Ralston Creek. Project Budget: Property Acquisition Costs $27,000 Legal Fees and Closing Costs 270 Relocation Costs* 4,500 Demolition and Clearance Costs 750 Total $32,520 I *Maximum tenant relocation and moving benefits per Uniform Act. �l PRi 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 23. C i- SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency: City of Iowa City — 2. Mailing address and telephone: Civic Center, 410 E. Washington St. --------------------------------- 3. Contact person and title: Margaret Nowysz, Chairperson 337-9934 4. Type of organization: (a. Governmental agency b. Private, non-profit corporation C. Other: — S. Date established or chartered: N.A. — 6. Total current annual budget: N.A. a. Indicate amount(s)_ and source(s) of funding on an attached Vj sheet. j b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover i------------------------ page and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. Duties of the Commission: — The Commission shall be authorized to conduct studies for the identification and designation of Historic Districts. The Commission may proceed at its own initiative or upon a petition from any person, group or association. The Commission shall review and act upon all applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The Commission shall cooperate with property owners and City - agencies regarding remedy of dangerous conditions. The Commission shall further the efforts of historic preserva- tion in the city by making recommendations to the City Council and city commissions and boards on preservation issues when _ appropriate, by encouraging the protection and enhancement of structures with historical, architectural or cultural value, _ and by encouraging persons and organizations to become involved in preservation activities. Members: Margaret Nowysz, Chairperson Howard Jones, Vice -Chairperson Chuck Skaugstad, Jr. James Hayes Greg Duffey Larry Baker — Steven Vander Woude Ci ATTACHMENT Historic Housinq, Rehabilitation Program The Historic Preservation Commission would like to initiate a program that would work in conjunction with the Housing Rehabilitation Program. This program would address the renovation of the historic elements of a house and would be handled through the housing rehabilitation specialist. Frequently, these elements are not adequately corrected in the Housing Rehabilitation Program. The project would include video taping the work being conducted on a house to allow the Commission to educate residents and contractors as to the cost effectiveness and feasibility of historic rehabilitation. Program Requirements: I. House must be located in a proposed historic district (as on record with State Historic Preservation Office). 2. House must be historically or architecturally significant. 3. Homeowner must be low or moderate income. 4. Homeowner must qualify in the Housing Rehabilitation Program. 5. Homeowner must consent to a ten year.amortization write- down of loan pay -back. 6. Homeowner must be willing to consent to the video recording of the work. .; - ,J ,� Ci CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING PROJECT INFORMATION Question 2 Description: Goal: Improve the effectiveness and delivery of service of Youth Programs _ in Iowa City by relocating Mayor's Youth Employment Program, United Action for Youth, and Youth Homes, Inc. in a shared space. Objective I: Purchase and rennovate a house suitable for program and office needs of each agency. Objective II: Develop and implement a plan to share' equipment resources and — reduce related administrative costs. Objective III: Conduct joint programs and share staff resources as suited to meet identified youth needs. The Shared Youth Services Project is intended to improve services to youth in Johnson County. This will be accomplished by having MYEP, DAY, and Youth Homes relocate in one shared space, within the downtown area. Although all 3 programs actively coordinate programs with each other, a shared housing arrangement would -- further enhance cooperation and would also reduce administrative costs within each program. It is proposed to utilize CDBG funding to purchase and rennovate a large house adequate to meet the space needs of each agency. MYEP is currently located in the Englert Building and will be required to renegotiate a more expensive lease for Fiscal Year 1985. DAY operates its Outreach and Synthesis program at the Friend's (Quaker) Meeting House at 311 N. Linn Street. Youth Home's administrative office is currently located in the Neuman Center at Center East, 104 E. Jefferson and is seeking to relocate in 1984. The space needs of each agency have been included in the JCCOG, United Way shared space survey. All 3 programs provide services to dis- advantaged youth in Johnson County. In addition to providing shared space, an objective of this project is to promote shared use of equipment within each agency. This would include shared use of computers, electronic arts studio, video equipment, and a variety of office equipment. This proposal is submitted jointly with the understanding that each program would continue as presently organized but that greater coordination of efforts and resources between agencies would occur. The time line for completion of this project when funded is as follows: 1) January 1 - April 30 1984 — Identify and negotiate purchase of a suitable house within 5 blocks of the downtown area. r Project Information Question 2 Page 2 2) March 1 - May 31, 1984 Identify necessary rennovation costs to comply with applicable zoning and code requirements. 3)' May 1 - August 30, 1984 Complete all necessary rennovation. 4) June 1 - September 1, 1984 a. Complete relocation of each.agency into shared space. b. Negotiate agreements for sharing of equipment and related adminis- trative costs. c. Identify programs and services which utilize shared staffed resources, and/or joint sponsorship as appropriate. 5) December 1 - December 31, 1984 Formalize all agreements and interagency responsibilities for property and organizational cooperation. 3 /lP I Ci l 2 ., SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1 Proposed service provider/agency: Mayors s Youth Employment Prog am— t Mailing address and telephone: 217 E. Washington St. Iowa City Io^z 3. Contact person and title: Peg McElroy, Director 4. Type of organization: b Governmental agency XX Private, non-profit corporation C. Other:' 5. Date established or chartered: 1968 6. Total current annual budget: 1• $88,586.00 a. Indicate amounte s) and sources) of funding on an attached sheet. b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). _ 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. _ See Attached N 3118 It J MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM _ Since 1968, Mayor's Youth Employment Program has provided sub-' sidized employment for disadvantaged yrnith of Iowa City and the surround- ing communities in Johnson County. Young people between the ages of 14 - 19.5, who meet the eligibility guidelines, gain supervised work experience designed to assist them in completing their secondary education and prepare for self-sufficiency as adults. .. Youth are referred to the program by parents, school counselors and teachers, the Department of Social Services, Job Service of Iowa, and various youth serving agencies. Young people must be enrolled, and regularly attending, junior or high school. Youth who are from families whose gross income is equal to or under the 70% lower living standard income level guidelines or who are recipients of Aid to Families of Dependent Children, qualify for the program. In addition, youth who have been determined as disadvantaoed for some other cause such as w� family disruption, under foster care, learning disabilities, physical, mental or emotional handicaps, potential school withdrawal, or -judged i as delinquent, may be considered. Following an interview with MYEP staff, an appropriate worksite is determined based on career goals, daily schedules, and transportation j needs. Worksite supervisors interview potential student employees, sign awork agreement, and youth are placed for the school year. Supervisors complete evaluations every 2 - 3 months and MYEP staff meet regularly with youth and supervisor throughout the academic year. Funding for youth salaries and fringe benefits include the City of Coralville, City of Iowa City, Iowa City Community School District, Iowa Youth Corps (IYC), Johnson County Board of Supervisors, and the United Way of Johnson County. Youth are employed 8 - 10 hours weekly during the academic year. -- MYEP strives to prepare young people for the "world of work" by affording them the opportunity to learn the basics including interview- ing techniques, timeliness, good grooming habits, work quality, honesty, ._ courteousness, effective interaction with supervisors and co-workers, and development of good references. Ultimately, the program prepares j disadvantaged'youth for transition from publicly funded positions to competitive employment. Without such assistance siginificant barriers '- to future employment could exist. MYEP has expanded its in school program to include a summer conservation work experience project (Iowa Youth Corps). Eighteen Johnson County youth were randomly selected by the State of Iowa and will be working this summer at the City of Iowa City Airport (Willow Creek Clearing Project), Parks h Recreation, Community School District, and the University of Iowa McBride Field Campus. .3//f SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency: United Action for Youth 2. Mailing address and telephone: 311 North Linn Street, P.O. Box 892 Iowa City, Iowa (319) 338-7518 ,3. Contact person and title: Jim Swaim, Director 4. Type of a. Governmental © Private, C. Other: organization: agency non-profit corporation 5. Date established or chartered: June, 1970 6. Total current a. Indicate sheet. b. If Agency annual budget: amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach agency purpose The counseling Johnson prevent problems achieved an innovative list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of or goals. purpose of United Action for Youth is to provide assistance, services, and related programs to youth and families in County. -The goals of U.A.Y. programs are to reduce and juvenile delinguency, juvenile substance abuse, and other confronting young people in Johnson County. This is by conducting an extensiveOutreach Counseling program and electronic arts and media program called Synthesis. Li vneo/nccury TmrnPMATTnm a u.•• 1. Proposed service provider/agency: youth Homes , Inc. 2. Mailing address and telephone: Po Box 324, Iowa city 337-4523 3. Contact person and title: Ronald Henderson, Executive Director 4. Type of a. Governmental bg Private, C. Other: organization: agency non-profit corporation 5. Date established or chartered: December,1972 6. Total current a. Indicate sheet. b. If Agency annual budget: amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach agency list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of purpose or goals. Ci YOUTH HOMES, INC. Oa E. Jefferson 104 E. Phone: 319/337.523 _ P.O. Box 324, Iowa City, Iowa 52244 Ronalds House 521 Ronalds Phone: 319/337-508n 1972-1982 A Decade of Services 517 EasBlon House 517 East Washington Phone: 319/337.7538 1. AGENCY PURPOSE: To provide foster care services to the adolescents of Johnson - County and surrounding areas. To provide short-term crisis intervention shel- ter care on a demand basis. To provide a structured Independent Living Pro- gram for qualified adolescents. To provide residential services to Southeast Asian adolescent refugees. To provide family counselling services in the John- son County area. To be a component in a broad spectrum of social services for youth. 2. PROGRAMS & BRIEF DISCRIPTION: Residential Services: 2 group homes in the Iowa _ City area provide a maximum capacity of 18 beds for the placement of children who require removal from their home environment. Provision of shelter care beds is a component of this service. Independent Living is a structured program to help adolescents, who are unable to return to home, to begin the process of liv- ing on their own as adults. Family Counselling Services are directed toward maintaining the family environment in preventing out -of -home placements or the disruption of.the nuclear family. outreach Services are a broad array of ser- vices designed to support other community agencies by the provision of counsel- ling and consultation as well as programs designed to reduce problems involving the juvenile population. 3. HOURS OF SERVICE: office Hours: 9 to 5 weekdays Residential Services: 24 hours daily Counselling Services: Arranged and on-call Independent Living: Arranged and on-call 4. AREAS SERVED: Johnson County specifically, Eastern Iowa generally, the State of Iowa actually 5. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Residential Services and Independent Living Services are under contract with the Department of Social Services. Client eligibility is determined by the Department of Social Services. Shelter Care Services are provided to local agencies, to those clients whom they find eligible. There are no other eligibility criteria for services at Youth Homes. 6. FEES: Clients referred by the Department.of Social Services are not charged fees by Youth Homes. There is a sliding fee scale for counselling services. Services are provided to community juveniles without charge and initial assessments and referrals are provided at no cost. 10 Thanks To You It Works ... _ For All Of Us In Johnson County 3 //P Ci '- 25. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 N Ci CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 ADDENDUM 2. DESCRIPTION: ^; The Iowa City Riverfront Commission requests CDBG funds to update plans for the development of Sturgis Ferry Park, located south of Highway 6 and East of Highway 218. The existing plans for the park, prepared in 1976, do not reflect the improvements made to the site as well as changes in design which have occurred. This activity, which is a new CDBG proposal, would provide the Riverfront Commission and the City of Iowa City a workable document with which to develop, in an organized, planned fashion, an area that is increasingly providing recreational opportunities for the residents of the area. Because �Q of the proximity of the park to the southern corporate limits, the park also serves as an entrance to the community. With the development of a boat ramp and gazebos within the park, Sturgis Ferry Park is attracting many residents'in the area as well as individuals working in the vicinity. This heightened activity places demands on the site. Workable documents with which to plan the park would assure the orderly, successful development of the site. .i Li CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 PROJECT INFORMATION 1. Name of proposed project:Ralston Creek Improvements -creeks ide 2. Description: 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.. 8. 9. 10. 11. i 26. Ci lis D 1 X1111111118 111111 1 �j� o� I PROJECT BOUNDARY RALSTON CREEK oar o��.r GGHGiGl1� . ro Mill 9 m pulallbifflillimmil Mir IN SOUTHEAST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ci Ci Ci U SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency: Friends of Old Brick, Inc. 2. Mailing address and telephone: P. 0. Box 2001, Iowa Clty, IA 52244 3. Contact person and title: James Harris, 353 5001 — 4. Type of organization: a. Governmental agency b. Private, non-profit corporation C. Other: S. Date established or chartered: 1977 6. Total current annual budget: $15,500 a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. SEE BELOW of current Human Service _ not UW b. If United Way funded, attach copy Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. Purposes: the historic preservation of Old Brick through restoration and rehabilitatic.., and the operation of the facilities for the use of the public and service agen ies. Friends of Old Brick, Inc. is a not-for-profit entity with IRS 501,C,3 status. 1 Board of Directors: Dorothy Whipple, Pres. Jim Larew Sandra Eskin, Vice -Pres. Corinne Suter Mary Palmberg, Secretary Marie Landon James Harris, Treasurer Frank Seiberling Emil Trott Robert Alexander Jeffrey Schabillion Patricia Eckhardt Budget: '83 - '84 - Income: rental of the main Expenses: �— meeting hall maintenance contract 87,200. 1,800. work study wages $1,800. 970. contributions 1,800. interest on loans supplies 0. grants (landscape work) already 4,700. utilities, tel. 840. 560. awarded. 15,500. insurance maintenance & repairs .200. payments to principal of outstanding loans 2.400. landscaping work 4,700. rehab, + bldg. improv. 3,300. 15,500. 2 30, n Cr Friends of Old Brick, Inc. POST OFFICE BOX 2001 IOWA CITY, IOWA 52244 (319) 351-2626 October 12, 1983 To: The Committee on Community Needs, Iowa City From: Friends of Old Brick, Inc. and Old Brick Associates I Subject: Funding for the installation of an elevator and related partition changes to remove architectural barriers from Old Brick, corner I Market and Clinton Sts. A grant request for $47,000. We wish to request an allocation of funds to install an elevator at Old Brick for the ' benefit of the handicapped individuals using the building. Agencies with officers in Old Brick are (1) the State's office for vocational rehabilitation, (2) a private group called Independent Living, serving the handicapped, (3) the United Way, (4) 71 The Crisis Center, and (5) The Lutheran Campus Ministry. Also the main meeting room of the building (the former church sanctuary) is on the second floor, presently — inaccessible to the physically handicapped. An elevator would facilitate access to the office of vocational rehabilitation, Independent Living, Lutheran Campus Ministry and the main meeting room of the building. The United Way and The Crisis Center I i are accessible as located. — We are proposing a three stop hydraulic elevator serving the two floors. The cost of the complete installation is estimated to be between $50,000 and $55,000, to include the construction of the hatchway, the electrical service to the elevator, and some partition changes on both floors. We have explored a residential type elevator, permitted in public use buildings only when restricted to the use of the handicapped. There is a question about Old Brick's eligibility for this permission. Also such a solution is limited in use whereas a full specification hydraulic elevator is usable for all building purposes. This is what we are propps)ng. ,\4 MEMO The Co® October Page 2 Attache( I will t The gra( 353-500] Mute ofJowu Dppartment of rithur J+ nstrudinn ROBERT D. BENTON, Ed. D. REHABILITATION EDUCATION AND SERVICES BRANCH STATE SUPERINTENDENT JERRY L. STARKWEATHER ASSOCIATE SUPER]NTENOENT 400 Mullin Building Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 October 14, 1983 Ms. Marianne Milkman Community Development Block Grant Division 322 East Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Ms. Milkman: I am writing this letter in support of Friends of Old Brick in Iowa City. Vocational Rehabilitation has an office in Old Brick; therefore, I am quite aware of the limited accessibility within this structure. I under— stand that there are grant monies available for the reconstruction and/or maintenance of existing buildings in need of eliminating barriers to the community. I certainly see the need for Old Brick to install either an elevator and/or lift Of some sort to meet the needs of handicapped and elderly who would like to use the services of agencies in Old Brick but are denied this because of inaccessibility. Your consideration of the request is appreciated. Sincerely, VOCATIONAL REHABILITATIONRuts, 2upervu/1 i or RB/ef STATE OFFICE: 510 EAST 121h STREET DES MOINES, IOWA 50319 A //� Ci HONORARY PRESIDENT Dr. Norman E Borlaug OFFICERS President A. Weldon Walsh 220 South Maple Ames, Iowa 50010 (515)294-4150 (515)232.3012 First Vice President W.R. Shuttleworth second Vice President John M. Ely, Jr. Third Vice President Beverly B. Everett General Chairman Dorothy Schramm Treasurer Gary L Govro First National Bank Iowa City. Iowa 52240 (319)351.7000 Secretary Wendy Schamoerger Immediate Past President Chet Randolph Executive Director Dorothy M. Paul 2 Glendale Court Iowa City. Iowa 52240 (319)3381230 DIRECTORS, SPONSORS J lta4ji +'` u�l �i''V$ /)`V.. . ilio I o w a D i v i s i o n United Nations Association of the United Statesoff America 28 E. Market Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 13 October 1983 Committee on Community Needs City of Iowa City Iowa City, Iowa 522 40 Attentiont Ms. Maryann Milkman Dear Committees Thia letter is to support a perceived need for an elevator or chair lift in old Brick, 26 E. Market Street, to make the building readily accessible to the handicapped• Sincerely. rothy M. Paul ^ Executive Director .J 3111 Ci 1 �I October 13 , 1983 Mickey Lauria, Chairperson, Committee on Community Needs Marianne Milkman City of Iowa City Civic Center 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Re: 1984 Community Development Block Grant Funding for Elevator Construction " Old Brick Church " This is a letter of support from the Independent Living Agency for the request of Old Brick Associates and Friends of Old Brick to obtain funds for the con- struction of an elevator system in the structure of Old Brick Church. Many of the members that belong to our organization are physically handicapped and it is difficult for some of them to come to our second story pffice , situated in Old Brick , where they receive counseling, tutoring and other.ser- vices of Independent Living. If funds were granted for the construction of an elevator it would make our Agency more accessable to our presedt members and to others whom desire to join but can't get to our office by use of the stairways. We want to urge your consideration in granting the funds as applied for by Old Brick Associates and the Friends of Old Brick. Sincerely, ease Bromsen Independent Living, Inc. 26 East Market Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 3 He .f Ci PRI 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. S. 7. 8. 9. 10 11 28. - Ci SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1, Proposed service provider/agency: United Way of Johnson County 2. Mailing address and telephone: 26 E. Market 338-7823 3. - Contact person and title: glary Anne Volm, Director 4, Type of organization: a. Governmental agency CUPrivate, non-profit corporation C. Other: 5. Date established or chartered: 1954 6. Total current annual budget: $400,000 a. Indicate amounts) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. All private except $1,500 fromof Jcurrentohnson Co See Human bService b. If United Way funded, attach copy Attached j Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach lis e o Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose See attached list. Purpose: Fund raising for human service agencies and human service planning for Johnson County. 2 1311r --Page 3 2. Description: (Continued from 1st page) In June a questionnaire was administered to City, County, and United Way funded human service agencies in order to ascertain where greater efficiencies and improved operations could come through agencies com- bining various administrative services. The results, compiled from that questionnaire, indicated that seven human service agencies were interested in sharing space. Our review added a few more agencies and together these appear to be the most logical for consolidation. Consolidation of several human service agencies into a centrally located facility has long been proposed as a more efficient and effective method of service delivery. The interested agencies included the following: Iowa City Crisis Intervention Center, Johnson County American Red Cross, United Action for Youth, MECCA, United Way of Johnson County, Youth Homes, Community Coordinated Child Care(4-C's), Juvenile Diversion, HACAP Neighborhood Center, Independent Living, and Mayor's Youth Employment. A follow-up questionniare has been completed to determine the space needs of the agencies more specifically. The Johnson County Board of Super- visors has expressed a willingness to apply for partial :funding for building purchase and/or rennovation through Community Development Block Grant funds from the Office of Planning.and Programming. Grants are due January 1984 and funds available April 1984. Individual grants can be as high as $500,000. One building that as been considered as the facility to house this con- solidation of human services is the U -Smash -Em building, 126 S. Gilbert. The City Council has authorized a preliminary study by Pierce King Architest:Associates to determine the structural integrity of the build- ing and give costs of making it sound versus demolition. The Council will review the results of this study on October 31st. This proposal is being made to request funds to allow further study of this building or other options including a new building, purchase of other buildings, or purchase of i or more homes tomeet this need. These study funds,or a portion of them, are needed as soon as possible in order to allow decision making regarding site selection and preparation of the state CDBG grant. We would therefore appreciate being considered for any reverted funds that might be available in 1983. Depending upon the success of the state application we may be making application for project year 1985 to CCN for matching assistance with the actual project. Items for study include: 1. Measure the existing building and prepare scale drawings. 2. Check original structural design for compliance with current standards. 3. Survey the availability of utilities to the building. 4. Develop structural, mechanical and electrical options for renovation. 5. Prepare cost estimates for renovation and/or purchase. 6. Determine space requirements for the various user groups. 7. Develop schematic designs to evaluate efficient use of space. 8. Makb cost estimates regarding new construction. 9. Do preliminary drawings for renovation or building. 3//F z Ci ®a*It qI 1. Na 2. Be PZ We in se 3. Se e. 4. Pri 5. If 6. Esi 7. Prt a. b. 8. Ste 9. Pri C. d. 10. Est M{l a. b. 11. Nart Wo 1 29. Ci SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION I. Proposed service provider/agency: River City Housing Collective 2. Mailing address and telephone: 419 S. Lucas St, Iowa City Sharon Simms 522 O 3. Contact person and title: ,President or Dan aly, Develo ment Chair 4. Type of organization: a. Governmental agency Private, non-profit corporation Other: 5. Date established or chartered: July 8, 1977 6. Total current annual budget: W a� Indicate amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. _. b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. President Sharon Simms Vice President Marorie Liljequist Treasurer Cornelia Grilk Recording Secretary Debra Hernstrom Corresponding Secretary Cinthia Laughlin Board Members: All officers and - Lee Mitchell Elizabeth McMurray Daniel Daly Sarah Richards Ken Levensen Jim Barfuss 2 River City Hou 3Collective, Inc. October 19, 1983 325 S. Lucas Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Cp-p¢ Phone: (319) 351-2592 On behalf of the River City Housing Collective, we thank the members of the Committee on Community Needs and the planning staff for this opportunity to present our application. For six years RCHC has provided housing to lower income residents of Iowa City. In the spring of 1976 a new group of student government representatives came to office with a platform calling for improvement of housing conditions.in Iowa City. Certainly this is a tall order for any group. Within a year, however, with the expedient cooperation of the university administration, specific proposals were ready. In June of 1977 the River City Housing Collective filed their Articles of Incorporation with the Secretary of State. By August two university -owned houses were made available. In succeeding years a total.of five university houses have been rented to RCHC at $75 a month. The members of RCHC have set aside all but operating expenses toward, the establishment of an independent housing cooperative. A two-year blizzard of paperwork landed the RCHC federal tax-exempt stem under section 504. By 1981 members of RCHC had accumulated capital sufficient to meet down -payment for their first home.which is located at 325 S. Lucas St. The National Consumer Cooperative Bank, an arm of federal government instituted to assist co-ops,provided financing at 68 below the prime. In 1982 a second home (419 S. Lucas) was purchased with local financing. Again the down payment was raised by the RCHC. A third house was purchased in March of this year. Also on Lucas St., at 802 E. Washington,it is the most ambitious enterprise.the RCHC has embarked upon. A down payment of_ $25,000 was raised through RCHC development funds, a loan from Iowa State Bank and low-interest loans from individual members of the cooperative. In a letter to the CCN dated November 30, 1982 Unversity Vice President for.Finance Randall P. Bezanson praised the RCHC for having "..established a record of planned growth and sound financial management." The contributions of RCHC volunteers and the cooperation of the .university has resulted in well over $50,000 that has been put to work providing a low-cost housing alternative in Iowa City. At this time Treasurer Cornelia Grilk will give a brief report on our cash flow and current financial standing. 3//f A survey conducted in November of 1982 revealed that _. over 858 of RCHC members are low and moderate income. The RCHC has provided housing to ethnic minorities and handicapped persons in proportions slightly higher than are found in the community as a whole. It is a diverse group of highly motivated individuals j actively involved in the community and committed to a better future for housing in Iowa City. Housing co-ops are not new. In the U.S. they date bank to the 1920's. In Scandanavia, Austria, Germany and France they represent about a third of the housing that.has been built since W.W.II. Housing co-ops are especially attractive to persons of low income. They are badly needed in areas where a tight housing market drives up the cost of both rentals and home ownership. The 1982 Rental Housin4 Survey put the Iowa City i vacancy rate at 1.68. In this market all residents must compete for a limited supply of housing. Students who lack the experience and/or time to -search out a . good buy tend to bid up housing costs for everyone. In addition to these compelling economic arguments for cooperative housing other benefits can be seen: j -A Housing co-op brings together a mix of persons of diverse ethnic and social backgrounds, -Helps to preserve the integrity of neighborhoods through the rehabilitation.of existing housing, -Involves residents in the management of housing and thereby confers a measure of dignity, -Decreases maintenance costs, , -Educates residents in skills of home ownership, group interaction, problem solving and decision making. Carr.Kunze is'Director of Housing Development for the Department of Housing and Community Development in Fairfax County, Virginia. In an article for the Journal of. Housing he says: "Studies that have been performed with cross-sectional analytic samples clearly show the higher success rates of housing assistance programs under cooperative ownership over other development models. These studies show higher resident participa- tion and satisfaction and lower default rates and operating costs." What Mr. Kunze is saying is that co-op housing %)-ks. RCHC has demonstrated this to be the case. Its.members have always viewed their role as serving the whole Iowa City community. Deference to the the support of the University of Iowa has limited admission to affiliates of the college. The RCHC has established a proven housing management infrastructure. We hope to extend our area of service - by broadening our base of support. 3 ale C i` As a private non-profit corporation RCHC is exempt from tax. Despite this distinction RCHC has chosen to remain_ on local property tax rolls. Like all productive and _ conscientious citizens of Iowa City, we recognize our civic responsibility. Our programs meet the primary objective of the Community -- Development Block Grant Title 1 through the "...devel- opment of viable.urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment and expanding _ economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderatie income." The RCHC is a.self-help organization working to meet _ community needs. We are economically viable. We are, morally justifiable. We are providing a housing alter- native of high quality to low income persons in Iowa City. It is our belief, which we hope you share, that the existance of a housing co-op.that can admit non -students is in the best interests of all of Iowa City. . Thank you again for your time in the consideration of this proposal. i Dan Daly, Chairman Development Committee River City Housing Collective 0 311r CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR COBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 84 1. Name of proposed project: Historic Preservation Planning 2. Description: Provide , staff position to conduct studies for the creation Of historic preservation districts, prepare staff reports and implement an awards program. See attachments. 3. Service area: a. Neighborhood level City-wide d. County -wide e. Other: 4. Project duration: 1 year S. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: N.A. 6. Estimated cost::$g,g79;0Q: 7. Proposed funding: a. Requested from CDBG: '$8,279.00 b. Other source(s): - 8. Status of commitment for other funding: N.A. 9• Principal project beneficiaries: a. Low and moderate income b. Elderly C. Handicapped 0 Other: All individuals residing within proposed districts 10. Estimated number or percentage will be: of nroa dslp: project beneficiaries who a. Low and moderate income: N.A. b. Iowa City residents: 100% 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson County, if any: None 1 30. E tFQVM: PRnVTnFR/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency: City of Iowa City , 2. Mailing address and telephone: Civic Center, 410 E. Washington St. 3. Contact person and title: Margaret Nowysz, Chairperson 337-9934 4. Type of organization: Governmental agency b. Private, non-profit corporation C. Other: 5. Date established or chartered: N.A. G. Total current annual budget: N.A. a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached -' sheet. b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. Duties of the Commission: The Commission shall be authorized to conduct studies for the identification and designation of Historic Districts. The Commission may proceed at its own initiative or upon a petition from any person, group or association. The Commission shall review and act upon all applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The Commission shall cooperate with property owners and City agencies regarding remedy of dangerous conditions. The Commission shall further the efforts of historic preserva- tion in the city by making recommendations to the City Council and city commissions and boards on preservation issues when appropriate, by encouraging the protection and enhancement of structures with historical, architectural or cultural value, and by encouraging persons and organizations to become involved in preservation activities. Members: Margaret Nowysz, Chairperson Howard Jones, Vice -Chairperson Chuck Skaugstad, Jr. James Hayes Greg Duffey Larry Baker Steven Vander Woude Ci ATTACHMENT Historic Preservation Planning Planning Requirements Based upon the current and projected level of staff assistance to the Iowa — City Historic Preservation Commission, the budget to be funded through the CDBG Program is based upon the Commission's requirements for a quarter - time staff -person. During the upcoming year the Commission will be studying, evaluating and preparing districts for historic district designation. Educa- tional and training efforts include an awards program as well as cable TV programming and.education of the Commission through speakers and written materials. Staff will also be investigating the possibility of obtaining administrative funding through the Iowa State Office of Historic Preservation. Proposed Budget PROPOSED BUDGET JANUARY 1, 1984 -DECEMBER 31, 1984 — Salary 6,273.00 Benefits 18% 1,086.00 Printing 230.00 Memberships 50.00 (Commission membership to the _ National Trust for Historic Preservation) Materials 500.00 (Historic Awards Program) Publications 140.00 Total $8,279.00 i Ci 31. CITY OF IOWA CITY REQUEST FOR CDBG FUNDING: PROGRAM YEAR 1984 PROJFCT TNFnRMATTnN 1. Name of proposed project: Phonic Ear Special Hearing System 2. impaired housed at Commissions Hancher Auditorium. Description: A portable hearing system to be in group activities either indoors or outdoors. the Senior Center but used by all City of Iowa for their open meetings. This system is presently used by the hearino_ This system could be City Boards and in use at 3. Service area: a. Neighborhood level b. City-wide dO County -wide e. Other: 4. Project duration: 1 week S. If continuing project, length of time previously in operation: NA 6. Estimated cost: Basic - $2,475 (includes 4 units) Additional units $ 7. Proposed funding: G) Requested from CDBG: b. Other source(s): 8. Status of commitment for other funding: NA 9. Principal project beneficiaries: a. Low and moderate income bElderly c Handicapped d. Other: 10. Estimated number or percentage of monthly project will be: a. Low and moderate income: OIowa City residents: 74% beneficiaries who 11. Name(s) of similar program(s) operating in Johnson None County, if any: i M n ierrury TucnoMeTTnN JLM1Y l�.c -� 1. Proposed service provider/agency: Iowa City/Johnsojounen t' 2. Mailing address and telephone: 28 S. Linn Iowa Ci3 - 3. Contact person and title: Bette Meisel, Senior Cent4. Type of organization: Governmental agency Private, non-profit corporation c. Other: 5. Date established or chartered: Senior Center opene 6. Total current annual budget: Attached a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page'and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of Attached agency purpose or goals. _/ Ci _ PROJECT ] 1. Nami 2. Des( To ( IOwc See 3*8d 4. 5. If c 6. Estii 7. Prop a. b. 8. Stat( 9. Princ a. b. C. d. 10. Estirt will a. b. 11. Name( Hone. ,J Ci SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY TNFnRMATTnN 1. Proposed service provider/agency: HACAP 2. Mailing address and telephone: P. 0. 3ox 789 Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406 366-7631 3. Contact person and title: Don Maniccia, Executive Director 4. Type of organization: a. Governmental agency © Private, non-profit corporation C. Other: Date established or chartered: September, 1965. Total current annual budget: ff a. Indicate amount(s) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. (See Page 6 ) b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). See Page 11 7. Attach' list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. I See Page 13 A �l .1� PROJECT DESCRIPTION Backcround Over the past decade, AACAP has provided vital human services for thousands of low-income residents of Iowa City and Johnson County. In order to stabilize the agency's service delivery system, HACAP has sought to centralize its operations within E. single, multi-purpose facility, located in Iowa City. Most recently, HACAP, with the support of city and county governments, as well as the United Way, sought to establish such a center in the Lakeside Apartments' central office and recreation building. However, the cooperative agreement worked out with Cimmaron, Inc., (owners of Lakeside), `j for the renovation of the building could not be implemented due to lack of funding. So, at the present time, HACAP is directing its services from temporary offices located in two town houses at Lakeside Apartments. The cooperative relationship between HACAP and Cimmaron, Inc., has developed to the point where they are now willing to negotiate a long-term .I lease with the agency for land immediately adjacent to the Apartments (See attached letter of support on Page 15)• '- Project Goal To construct a building on approximately 15,000 seuare feet of land adjacent to Lakeside Apartments, in Iowa City, to be leased to HACAP by Cimmaron, for the purpose of establishing a permanent location from which — HACAP will be able to continue to provide a wide variety of human services for low-income residents of Iowa City and Johnson County. Multi -Purpose Center Services If this proposal is favorably received, and funds are made available, FACAP proposes to locate the following services at the center: 1. Day Care IMS Head Start, Full -Day, and DSS Title a Day Care funding provide full-day child care in a comprehensive program of nutrition, health and hygiene, family services, and parent- child eductational development. 2. Head Start, Part -day, Preschool HACAP Head Start is a comprehensive program, providing ser- vices to low-income families in nutrition, health, family services, and educational parent/child development. Through part -day, full-day, and special provisions made for a limited number of handicapped children, the prorram provides struc- tured educational and social develcp_en: z_r all participants. J 3. Z-mercency Energy Assistance r The Home Energy Assistance Program provides funds for the .� purchase of heating fuels and crisis fuel assistance for low- income persons in Iowa City and Johnson County. j 4. Home Weatherization Assistance Funds have been provided HACAP to weatherize the home of low- income residents of the city and county, with priority always " given to the homes of the elderly and handicapped. 5. Emergency Food Assistance This activity permits the coordination of federal commodity distribution and the provision of technical assistance in food bank establishment and operation. - 6. Community Outreach Program This service provides resources, information and referral, as well as educational opportunities to help low-income persons i i find a way to solve problems and seek options which will lead- to self-sufficiency. 7. Community Work Experience _ This program provides meaningful public.service employment - for individuals receiving ADC -UP Grants. The program provides low-cost labor to public and non-profit organizations to accomplish many unfunded projects or services. This project -. may be expanded in Johnson County to include able bodied individuals requiring county assistance. - Nota Bene In the event that Iowa City and the United Way are able to jointly develop a multi -agency community center within the - foreseeable future, HACAP would be supportive of that approach as being cost/beneficial. And, were this proposal favorably received,HACAP would tailor the project down io include just _ Head Start and Day Care, and house the agency's neighborhood services operations at the Iowa City/United Way facility. Clearly, this would reduce overall construction costs, while leaving Head Start and Day Care services at Lakeside, close ,. to their target populations. 311f - 0 October 17, 1983 Don Haniccia Executive Director of BACAP -_ P. 0. Box 789 Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 i a _ RE: Lakeside Apartments, Iowa City, Iowa I I .j Dear Don, i -� This is to inform you that we are supportive of your intentions '! to construct a multi-purpose center on our land outlined on '-' attached-Exhibit "A". We should be able to enter into a 10-20 year ground lease j arrangement. j Sincerely, Robert W. Butschi - RGB: th Enclosure i I 1 3 Use PR( 1. 2. I 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 30. 11. Ci J SERVICE PROVIDER/AGENCY INFORMATION 1. Proposed service provider/agency:Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Cen er 2. Mailing address and telephone: 28 S. Linn St., IC ph. 356 '- 5220 3. Contact person and title: Bette Meisel, Senior Center Coordinator: Ri k Webb 4. Type of organization: nergy oo dinato Ua Governmental agency b. Private, non-profit corporation C. Other: 5. Date established or chartered: 6. Total current annual budget: a. Indicate amounts) and source(s) of funding on an attached sheet. b. If United Way funded, attach copy of current Human Service Agency Budget Form (cover page and budget summary). 7. Attach list of Board of Directors and officers and statement of agency purpose or goals. i Ci Honeywell October 10, 1983 i City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 IAttention: Mr. Richard Webb 064 Dear Mr. Webb: Per our phone conversation, this letter is to document the recommendations for the Senior Citizen Center. During our ^' walk through of the facility several items were noted. These are listed below. -' 1. Kiln room thermostat needs to be relocated. 2. Improvements in the starting and stopping of the 4 AHU's. 3. Control of restroom exhaust fans. 4. Centralizing of various time clocks. _ S. Providing for power outages with standby power for clock. - 6. Provide duty cycle control for low use periods. 7. Position shutdown of kitchen exhaust fans. S. Interlock lights and fan in the wood shop. 9. Shutdown of hot water circulation pump. _ 10. Provide overrides for abnormal hours of use. - After reviewing these, there are several which can be improved with the installation of additional equipment. The rest can he corrected or improved by modifications to existing equipment and integration into the following proposed project. - Project: 1. Install a programmable controller to handle items 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 2. Relocate thermostat item 1. 3. Interlocks with item 8 'T Total estimated cost for equipment and project supervision. I $9,000 Installation of wiring $1,200 - $1,500 Total cost would be approximately $10,500 HONEYWELL INC., 0706 UTICA RIDGE ROAD,DETTENOORF, IOWA 62722, TELEPHONE 719/06060441 i r :J I City of Iowa City Iowa City, IA Pagp 2 1 October 10, 1983 In reviewing savings with you, per our prior conversations we expected $2•,830 in savings from these improvements. As always these are only expectations which are dependant on many variables beyond any one persons control. Energy savings are dependent on each person working together with the equipment with a positive dedicated attitude. That is the only way to achieve an improvement. The best controls, and the installation of them helps each person achieve the objective. If there are any other questions, please feel free to call. Sincere -Py, Ray S.7urkle Servic Sales Representative RST/lkb cc: Gary Shouse Ci _, Ci 5 arc Association for Retarded Citizens Johnson County Gretchen G. Lucht 1020 William Street • Iowa City, Iowa 52240 • 351.5017 Executive Director November 7, 1983 City Council City of Iowa City Iowa pity, Iowa 52240 Dear Council Members: � L1, i -�, Il 1983 MARIAN K. KARR CITY CLERK (3) The Association for Retarded Citizens/Johnson County appreciates the recommendation of CCN for $41,400 of 1984 CDBG funds. You will recall that last spring during the CDBG Jobs Bill hearings the Council proposed that our project be delayed until 19814 in order to provide for full funding. Unfortunately, our request for 1984 CDBG funds was slightly higher than our 1983 request; most of this difference resulted from our need to meet the requirements of the Davis -Bacon Act; a slight increase ($602.00) also occured when we re - estimated the construction costs. We regret this increase, but it was not our fault. The CCN did not recommend funding sufficient to complete the project, as they recommended funding only at the 1983 level. Without the increase for Davis -Bacon compliance we will have to delete some of the renovation projects. We trust that you will keep this in mind when making your decisions. Sincerely, Stephen' J, math President Officers Stephen J. Smith President Martha Strait Vice -President Judy Rohret Secretary Terry Johnson Treasurer Executive Board Marvin Brummel Jan Jeter Sheila O'Neill Phyllis 5defel Bonny Feldbush M, Ci 5 hovember_7,1983 To The City Council of Iowa City The Miller/Orchard Neighborhood urges the I City Council Of Iowa City to approve the CCN recommendation to allocate $60,000 CDBG Funding to our neighborhood for park land acquisition of 5 acres fronting on Miller avenue. The #1 priority of our neighborhood is a park, as shown by a recent comprehensive study. While this is the top priority of the M*ller/Orchard i Neighb orhood, it will also benefit the nearly 21000 additional Iowa City residents living within j one half mile of the proposed park. Most of these residents reside in one of the two largest RM44 High Density Multi Family Zones, as indicated on the proposed zoning map for Iowa City. Our neighborhood has a substantial number of low and moderate income persons and many elderly. This park would meet an urgent community need. This 5 acre area is part of the last green space/ undeveloped land in the neighborhood and is a natural for an active park. Your approval will bring us one giant step closer. - to making the Miller avenue park a reality. Thank You, )MVM_ HY14A . Chairperson;idiller/Orchard Committee 3119 Ci :Rsa i River City Housi. Aleclive,Inc. ..ovember 7, 1983 325 S. Lucas Street To the Iowa City, Iowa 52240 IOWA CITY Cp-pC Phone: (319) 351-2592 CITY COUNCIL The River City Housing Collective is a non-profit co-op incorporated in 1977 to provide low cost housing. We are appealing to the Iowa City City Council to support our proposal for Community Development Block Grant funds. With your help we propose the purchase of a building to provide housing for ten to twenty low and moderate income residents of Iowa City. Average Rent in eight houses currently controlled by RCHC is about $130. Member/Residents enjoy significant saving j on food costs through buying clubs and cooperative meal preparation. Average monthly food costs are about $55 per person. CDBG funding of a similar group, the Inter -Cooperative Council in Ann Arbor, Michigan, demonstrates the elig- ibility of this proposal. The RCHC is part of the local property tax base. A home purchased through this proposal would remain on the tax rolls. The bulk of funding would be in the form of a low-interest loan that would return to the CDBG program and continue to serve the Iowa City Community. Under Title I the primary objective of the CDBG program is the "...development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environ- ment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income." The RCHC has an established financial track record and infrastructure providing low-cost housing in Iowa City. We are asking your assistance in serving the housing needs of our community. Thank you for this opportunity and your time in considering our proposal. Dan TDaly ')a�J�VO Development Committee Chair River City Housing Collective, Inc. 3111 November 7 1983 The City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, met in regular session, in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 41(T E. Washington Street, Iowa City, Iowa, at 7:30 o'clock P.M., on j the above date. There were present Mayor D1ary N ,ha Ic .r in the chair, and the following named Council Members: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret Absent: Lynch x x x x x x x x x AHLERS. GOONEY. DORWEILER, HA1NIE 0 SMITH. LAWYERS, DES MOINES, IOWA 3//9 The Council considered the bids received and publicly opened pursuant to resolution of the Council and notice duly published for construction of the Tanglewood -Ventura Special Paving Assessment Project and construction of the St. Anne's Drive Special Paving Project -1983, in accordance with the iplans and specifications therefor. i �i AHLEH6. COONEY. DOSWEILES. MAMp RIE S SMITH. LAWYERS, DEB MOINES. IOWA rc. Council Member Balmer moved and Council Member Perret seconded the motion as follows: TANGLEWOOD-VENTURA SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT ST. ANNE'S DRIVE SPECIAL PAVING PROJECT -1983 To adopt the following resolution Making Award of Contract(s) To defer bids for later consideration and action to a meeting to be held on the day of , 1983, next, at o'clock M., at this meeting place, with jurisdiction retained over all bids received. The roll was called and the vote was, AYES: Grdahl._ Balmer, Dickson,AIcDonald, Neuhauser, Perret NAYS: None Whereupon, the Mayor declared the following Resolution duly adopted: 83-358 RESOLUTION MAKING AWARD OF CONTRACT i BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA: That the bid of MpY.rn PayPrc inr of TnL r+ty in the amount of 914fi,Afi7.97 , for the construction of the Tanglewood -Ventura Special Paving Assessment Project and construction of the St. Anne's Drive Special Paving Project - 1983, described in the plans and specifications heretofore adopted by this Council for said project, after public hearing on published notice required by law, be and is hereby accepted, the same being the lowest bid received for said work. i AHLEAS. COONEY. DORWEILEN. IrA�NIE S SMITH. LAWYERS. DEB MOINES. IOWA The Mayor and Clerk are hereby directed to execute the contract awarded above for the construction of said improvements, said contract not to be binding on the City until approved by this Council. PASSED AND APPROVED, this 7th day of November. , 1963. Mayor ATTEST: `` C1 rk - '1C ANLER6. GOONEY. DORWEILER. HAS me&SMITH. LAWYERS. DEB MOINES. IOWA E J The Mayor and Clerk are hereby directed to execute the contract awarded above for the construction of said improvements, said contract not to be binding on the City until approved by this Council. PASSED AND APPROVED, this 7th day of November. , 1963. Mayor ATTEST: `` C1 rk - '1C ANLER6. GOONEY. DORWEILER. HAS me&SMITH. LAWYERS. DEB MOINES. IOWA E ,a CIG -3 1-79 CERTIFICATE STATE OF IOWA ) SS COUNTY OF JOHNSON ) I, the undersigned City Clerk of Iowa City, Iowa, do hereby certify that attached is a true and complete copy of the portion of the corporate records of said Municipality showing proceedings of the Council, and the same is a true and complete copy of the action taken by said Council with respect to said matter at the meeting held on the date indicated in the attachment, which proceedings remain in full force and effect, and have not been amended or rescinded in any way; that meeting and all action thereat was duly and publicly held in accordance with a notice of meeting and tentative agenda, a copy of which was timely served on each member of the Council i and posted on a bulletin board or other prominent place easily accessible to the public and clearly designated for that pur- pose at the principal office of the Council (a copy of the face sheet of said agenda being attached hereto) pursuant to the local rules of the Council and the provisions of Chapter 28A, Code of Iowa, upon reasonable advance notice to the public and media at least twenty-four hours prior to the com- mencement of the meeting as required by said law and with mem- bers of the public present in attendance; I further certify f that the individuals named therein were on the date thereof duly and lawfully possessed of their respective city offices as indicated therein, that no council vacancy existed except as may be stated in said proceedings, and that no controversy III or litigation is pending, prayed or threatened involving the incorporation, organization, existence or boundaries of the City or the right of the individuals named therein as officers to their respective positions. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Municipality hereto affixed this 7th day of November , 1983. 12�� /� ika�� City Clerk, Iowa City, Iowa SEAL I AHLES6, COONEY. DOSWEILER. HAYNIE9 SMITH. LAWYE89, DEB MOINES. IOWA 3//� Li ,,,:� Pec,llcl:11-4-93 (This Notice to be posted) NOTICE AND CALL OF PUBLIC MEETING Governmental Body: The City Council of Iowa City, Iowa. Date of Meeting: November 7, 1983 Time of Meeting: 7:30 P.M. Place of Meeting: Council Chambers, Civic Center, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, Iowa. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the above mentioned governmental body will meet at the date,.time and place above set out. The tentative agenda for said meeting is as follows: Tanglewood -Ventura Special Paving Assessment Project and St. Anne's Drive Special Paving Project -1983. Consideration of bids and award of contract. Such additional matters as are set forth on the addi- tional 10 page(s) attached hereto. (number) This notice is given at the direction of the Mayor pursuant to Chapter 28A, Code of Iowa, and the local rules of said governmental body. 2 Cit Clerk, Iowa City, Iowa AMLERG. COONEY. DORW EILER. HAYNIE S SMITH. LAWYERS, DEG MOINES. IOWA 3//9 C r' G, ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 1984 SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT ANNE'S EDRIIVE)STREET/VENTURA AVENUE AND ST. Sealed proposals will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, until 10:00 All on the 1st day of November, 1983, and opened immediately thereafter by the City Engineer. Proposals will be acted upon by the City Council at a meeting to be held in the Council Chambers at 7:30 PM on November 7, 1983, or at such later time and place as may then be fixed. The work will involve the following: The construction of 7 inch thick P.C.C. paving with integral curb together with the necessary grading, drainage facilities, driveways, sidewalks, etc., all on Tanglewood Street, Ventura Avenue and St. Anne's Drive. All work is to be done in strict compliance with tile plans and specifications prepared by Francis K. Farmer, l! -E-, City Engineer, of Iowa City, Iowa, which have heretofore been approved by the City Council, and are on file for public examination in the Office of the City Clerk. Whenever reference is made to the "Standard Specifications", it shall be tine "Standard Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction", Series of 1977, Iowa Department of Transportation, Antes, Iowa. Each proposal shall be made on a form furnished by the City and must be accompanied by a bid bond or cashier's or certified check drawn on an Iowa bank and filed in a sealed envelope separate from the one containing the proposal, and in the amount of 10% of bid made payable to the Treasurer of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and may be cashed by the Treasurer of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, as liquidated damages in the event Lire successful bidder fails to enter into a contract within ten (10) days and post bond satisfactory to the City insuring the faithful performance of the contract. Checks of the lowest two or more bidders may be retained for a period of not to exceed fifteen (15) days until a contract is awarded or refection is made. Other checks will be returned after the canvass and tabulation of bids is completed and reported to the City Council. Payment to the Contractor will be made as specified in the "Standard Specifications", Article 1109.06. AF -1 3111 r .tion 384.68(4) of the City Co '1of Iowa , ivides that if no bids are rece.oed for special assessment bonds at public sale, the bonds may be delivered to the contractor in payment of the cost of the public improvement. If no legal bids are received at public sale of special assess- ment bonds for the project, the City may find it necessary to rely on this provision Of the Code and the City reserves the right to do so. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract Price, said bond to be issued by a respon- sible surety approved by the City Council and shall guarantee the prompt payment of all materials and labor and protect and save harmless the City from claims and damages of any kind caused by the operation of the contract, and shall also guarantee the maintenance of the improvement for a period of five (5) years from and after its completion and acceptance by the City. The following limitations shall apply to this project: Working Days: 50 Completion Date: June 25, 1984 Liquidated Damages: $150 per day The plans, specifications, and proposed contract documents may be examined at the Office of the City Clerk. Copies of said plans and specifications and form of proposal blanks may be secured at the Office of Francis K. Farmer, PE, City Engineer of Iowa City, Iowa, by bona fide bidders. Return all plans and specifica- tions to the City Engineer's office in good condition within fifteen ( 1 5 ) days after the opening of bids. Prospective bidders are adivsed that the City of Iowa City desires to employ minority contractors and subcontractors on City projects. The Contractor awarded the contract shall submit a list of proposed subcon- tractors along with quantities, unit prices and amounts before starting construction. If no minority business enterprises (MBE) are utilized, the Contractor shall furnish documentation of all efforts to recruit MBE's. A listing of minority contractors is available and can be obtained from the Civil Rights Specialist, at the Iowa City Civic Center, by calling 319/356-5022. AF -2 3/0/ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 1984 SPECIAL PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT (TANGLEWOOD STREETNENTURA AVENUE AND ST. ANNE'S DRIVE) Sealed proposals will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, until 10:00 AM on the 1st day of November, and opened immediately thereafter by the City Engineer. Proposals wi11 be acted upon by the City Council at a meeting to be held in the Council Chambers at 7:30 PM o ovem er 8 1983, or at such later time an ace as may then be fixed. The work will involve the following: They construction of 7 inch thick P.C.C. paving with integral curb together with the necessary grading, drainage facilities, driveways, sidewalks, etc., all on Tanglewood Street, Ventura Avenue and St. Anne's Drive. All work is to be done in strict compliance \ with /the plans and specifications, prepared by Francis K. Farmer, P.E., City E t neer, of Iowa City, Iowa, which have heretofore been approved by the City /an , and are on file for public examiin the Office of the City Clerk. Wheneverrence is made to the "Standard Spetions", it shall be the "Standard Sptions for Highway and Bridge Constr"Se' es of 1977, Iowa Department ofportati� ,Ames,Iowa.Each proshall be ade on a form furnished by City nd must be accompanied bid band or ashier's or certified thewn on an Io a bank and filed in a ealed envelope sep ate from the one cont fining the proposal, a d in the amount of 1 % of bid made payable to the Treasurer o the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and may be ashed by the Treasurer o the City of I wa City, Iowa, as liqui $ted damages in the event the successful bidder fails to ter into a contract within ten (10) days nd post bond satisfactory to the City insu ing the faithful performance of the contr ct. Checks of the lowest two or more bidd rs may be retained for a period of not to exceed fifteen (15) days until a contract 's awarded or rejection is made. Other the ill be returned after the canvass and tabulation of bids is completed and reported to the City Council. Payment to the Contractor will be made as specified in the "Standard Specifications", Article 1109.06. AF -1 3//9 °'tion 384.68(4) of the City Cod —f Iowa p. vides that if no bids are recei,ed for special assessment bonds at public sale, the bonds may be delivered to the contractor in payment of the cost of the public improvement. If no legal bids are received at public sale of special assess- ment bonds for the project, the City may find it necessary to rely on this provision of the Code and the City reserves the right to do so. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, said bond to be issued by a respon- sible surety approved by the City Council/ and shall guarantee the prompt payment'Of all aterials and labor and protect all save unless the City from claims a 0 damages of any kind caused by the o era tion of the c tract, and shall also g rantee the mainteance of the improveme for a period of fii a (5) years from a d after its completion an acceptance by t e City. The follo ing limitation shall apply to this project: Working Days 50 Completion Oa e: Ju 25, 1984 Liquidated Dam es: $150 per day The plans, spec If tions, and proposed contract do nts may be examined at the Office of the C y Clerk. Copies of said plans and specif c ions and form of proposal blanks may e s ured at the Office of Francis K Farm PE, City Engineer of Iowa C y, Iowa by bona fide bidders. Return 1 plans a d specifica- tions to the City Engineer's ffice in good condition within fifteen (15) ays after the opening of ids. Prospecti a bidders are adi ed that the City of Io a City desires to ploy minority cont actors and subcontra ors on City project . The Con ractor awarded the cont act shall submi V a list of proposed subcon- tractors al ng with quantities, unit prices and amount before starting construction. If no mino ity business enterprises (MBE) are utili ed, the Contractor shall furnish documentation of all efforts to recruit MBE's. A 1 sting of minority contractors is availabl and can be obtained from the Civil Ri hts Specialist, at the Iowa City Civic Ce ter, by calling 319/356-5022. AF -2 30 Li �1 The Ay reserves the right to rejec. any or all proposals and to waive techni- calities and irregularities. Publ ed upon order of the City Council of a City, Iowa.