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Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 12/22/81, 7:30
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P.M. , at the Civic Center. Mayor Balmer presiding.
lmembers present: Balmer, Erdahl, Lynch,
Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts, Vevera. Absent: none.
Councilmembers-elect: Dickson, McDonald.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, that the
following items and recommendations in the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted
as presented:
Appro
al Of
reg. mtg., 12/18/81,Official Council
as Published, subject to' %oi
correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions:
Mayor's Youth Employment Bd.-12/2/81;
Broadband Telecommunications Comm. -11/24/81;
Committee on Community Needs -12/2/81; Housing
Appeals 8d.-11/17/81; Housing Comm. -11/4/81;
Bd. of Library trustees -11/19/81; Resources
Conservation Comm. -11/16/81; Human Rights
Comm. -11/30/81.
Permit Motions: Approving Class C Liquor
License for The Shamrock, 525 S. Gilbert.
Motions: Authorizing the Public Works
Director to sign an application for utilities
accommodation on highway right-of-way to Iowa -
Illinois Gas and Electric Company at the
intersection of Highways #1, 6, and 218.
Reso2196-2197,ugCCE PIING HE WORK FOR THE tions Book 70: RS 3GILBERT
STREET RAILROAD CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS, FY82,
DONE BY METRO PAVERS, INC. RES. 81-319, pp.
2198-2199, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SCOTT
BOULEVARD PAVING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - PHASE
I, FY81, GONE BY METRO PAVERS, INC. RES. '81-
320, pp. 2200-2201, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
SCOTT BOULEVARD PAVING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT -
PHASE II, FY821 DONE BY METRO PAVERS, INC.
RES. 81-321, P. 2202, ACCEPTANCE OF THE SENIOR
CENTER, DONE BY MODERN PIPING, INC.; BURGER
CONSTRUCTION Co., INC „ WHITE ELECTRIC
SERVICE; AND HOCKENBERGS.
Setting public hearings: RES. 81-322,
Bk. 70, P. 2203, ING ON
TO SET A*PUBLIC HEAR
1/5/82 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
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CONSTRUCTION OF THE RALSTON CREEK VILLAGE
SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK
TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
SPECIFICATIONS, ETC., ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION. Motion to set a public hearing
for 1/5/82 to receive citizen comments
concerning the extension of the boundaries of
the Iowa City Neighborhood Redevelopment
Project.
Correspondence: Mayor Kattchee of
Coralville expressing appreciation for Iowa
City's assistance with water problems in
Coralville, no reply is necessary. Noah Kemp
of Professional Muffler, Inc., re Benton -
Riverside intersection, referred to the City
Manager for reply. Iowa -Illinois Gas and
Electric re renewal of franchises, referred to
the City Manager for reply. Charles Wunder re
accidents on and arterialization of Park Road,
referred to the City Manager for reply. Leon
Lyvers re position of City Forester, City
Manager will reply.. Memo from Traffic Engr.
re parking meter zone in the 500 block of East
Iowa Avenue. Memos from the Civil Service
Commission submitting certified lists of
applicants for the following positions:
Cashier/Parking System Division (2
positions); Civil Engineer/Engineering
Division; Maintenance Worker I/Parking System
Division (3 positions).
Application for City Plaza Use Permit:
Philip Santoni to sell Hawkeye Hats in City
Plaza on 12/18/81, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to set a
public hearing on 1/19/82 to amend Section 27-38,
27-41, 27-54(c), 27-56(e), 32-28, 32-41,
8.10.20A(2)h, 8.10.20D.5, 8.10.28G, and 8.10.32C of
the Code of Ordinances to establish fees by
resolution. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. 81-323, Bk. 70, pp. 2204-2209, APPROVING THE
AMENDED PRELIMINARY ANO FINAL LSRD PLAN OF
CEDARWOOD APARTMENTS. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Vevera, that -the
rule requiring that ordinances must be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally
passed be suspended, that the first and second
consideration and vote be waived and that ORDINANCE
NO. 81-3045, 8k. 18, pp. 102-106, REZONING A 7.3
ACRE TRACT OF LAND, THE NORTH PORTION FROM RIA AND
THE SOUTH PORTION FROM RIA TO RIB, LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AND COURT
STREET, Plum Grove Acres, be voted on for final
passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by
Erdahl, seconded by Vevera, that the Ordinance be
finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the Ordinance adopted.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Neuhauser, that
the rule requiring that ordinances must be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
finally passed be suspended, that the first and
second consideration and vote be waived and that
ORDINANCE NO. 81-3046, Bk. 18, pp. 107-110,
REZONING A FOUR -ACRE TRACT OF LAND FROM R1A TO R3 AT
THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF WESTGATE AND BENTON
STREETS, University Baptist Church, be voted on for
final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by
Roberts, seconded by Vevera, that the Ordinance be
finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the Ordinance adopted.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, that
the rule requiring that ordinances must be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
finally passed be suspended, that the first and
second consideration and vote be waived and that
ORDINANCE N0: 81-3047, Bk. 18, pp. 111-112,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO DELETE SECTION
8.10.4D CONCERNING A BUILDING MORATORIUM IN THE
NORTH SIDE AREA, be voted on for final passage at
this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved by Neuhauser,
seconded by Vevera, that the Ordinance be finally
adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The'
Mayor declared the Ordinance adopted.
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Moved by Vevera, seconded by Perret, to
approve the appointment of Bob White to the Parks
and Recreation Commission as a representative of
the Iowa City School District. The Mayor /declared
the motion carried unanimously,
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Councilmembers present.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Neuhauser, to
appointMarcia Stager, 901 Talwrn Ct., to the Board
of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term ending
1/1/85. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Mayor Balmer commented that this was the last
official meeting of present Council. He and the
other Councilmembers thanked Councilmember Roberts
for his four years of service and Councilmember
Vevera for his six years of service, including
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years as Mayor, and for their friendship and
guidance. He presented them with their Council
nameplates. Roberts and Vevera replied with thank-
you's to many people.
It was also Mayor Balmer's final meeting
presiding as Mayor, and he thanked many persons for
their assistance. He noted as an important point
during his two years as Mayor, that although there
were disagreements among Councilmembers, they
disagreed in a civil manner. Vevera presented
Mayor Balmer a gift from Council, a plaque
gavel commemorating his two years of service as
Mayor of Iowa City.
Councilman Roberts commented on an article in
the Press -Citizen written about the amount of money
spent on a trip to inspect small buses. This amount
was spent by five persons who participated, not
just Roberts and Mose, and was the first trip
Roberts had taken in his four years on the Council.
City Manager Berlin pointed out the positive
influence this Council in their four years together
has had on the citizens of Iowa City, and mentioned
several projects. He expressed for all the staff
their appreciation of the opportunity of working
with Councilmembers. He stated that their ability
to work together despite disagreements enabled the
City to move forward.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by
Lynch, to
adopt RES. 81-324, Bk. 70, pp.
MEMORANDUMIZOFG AGREEMENT EXECUTIONAGREEMENT
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CONNECTION WITH THE ISSURANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$5,500,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE
CITY'S INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (Thomas
& Betts Corporation Project). Martin Kelly, Plant
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Mgr., appeared and answered questions. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. 81-325, Bk. 70, pp. 2217-2218, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AMENDED FY82 CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH THE ELDERLY
SERVICES AGENCY OF JOHNSON COUNTY. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. 81-326, Bk. 70, pp. 2219-2222, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A TRAFFIC
SIGNAL AND INTERSECTION LIGHTING SYSTEM AT THE
INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAYS N6, 218, AND 1.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Neuhauser, to
adjourn 8:30 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion
carried; 5/2, with Vevera and Erdahl voting no.
A more complete description, of Council
activities is on file in the office of the City
' WerlOHN R. ER, MAYOR
US, CITY CL RK Submitted on 12/31/81.
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
DECEMBER 22, 1981
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 12/22/81, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic
Center. Mayor Balmer presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Erdahl,
Lynch, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts, Vevera. Absent: none.
Councilmembers-elect: Dickson, McDonald. Staffinembers present: Berlin,
Helling, Jansen, Tippe, Knight, Stolfus, Karr. Council minutes tape-
recorded on Tape 81-14, Side 2, 1768 -End.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or
j adopted as presented:
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Approval of Official Council Actions, reg. mtg., 12/X8/81, as
( published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
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Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Mayor's Youth Employment
Bd.-12/2/81; Broadband Telecommunications Comm. -11/24/81; Committee
on Community Needs -12/2/81; Housing Appeals Bd.-II/17/81; -Housing
Commission, -11/4/81; Bd. of Library Trustees -11/19/81; Resources
Conservation Comm. -11/16/81; Human Rights Comm„ 11/30/81.
Permit Motions: Approving Class C Liquor License for Richard T.
I Corcoran dba The Shamrock, 525 S. Gilbert.
Motions: Authorizing the Public Works Director to sign an
application for utilities accommodation on highway right-of-way to
Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Company at the intersection of
Highways #1, 6, and 218.
Resolutions, Book 70: RES. 81-318, pp. 2196-2197, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE GILBERT STREET RAILROAD CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS,
FY82, DONE BY METRO PAVERS, INC. RES. 81-319,• pp. 2198-2199,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SCOTT BOULEVARD PAVING IMPROVEMENT i
PROJECT - PHASE I, FY81, DONE BY METRO PAVERS, INC. RES. 81-320, pp.
2200-2201, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SCOTT BOULEVARD PAVING
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - PHASE II, FY82, DONE BY METRO PAVERS, INC. j,
RES. 81-321, p. 2202, ACCEPTANCE OF THE SENIOR CENTER, DONE BY MODERN
PIPING, INC.; BURGER CONSTRUCTION CO., INC,; WHITE ELECTRIC SERVICE;
II AND HOCKENBERGS.
' Setting public hearings: RES. 81-322, Bk. 70, p. 2203, TO SET A
PUBLIC HEARING ON 1/5/82 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RALSTON CREEK
VILLAGE SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
SPECIFICATIONS, ETC., ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Motion to set a
public hearing for 1/5/82 to receive citizen comments concerning the
i extension of the boundaries of the Iowa City Neighborhood
Redevelopment Project.
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Correspondence: Mayor Kattchee of Coralville expressing
appreciation for Iowa City's assistance. with water problems in
Coralville, no reply is necessary. Noah Kemp of Professional '
Muffler, Inc., re Benton -Riverside intersection, referred to the
City Manager for reply. Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric re renewal of
franchises, referred to the City Manager for reply. Charles Wunder
re accidents on and arterialization of Park Road, referred to the
City Manager for reply. Leon Lyvers re position of City Forester,
City Manager will reply. Memo from Traffic Engr. re parking meter
zone in the 500 block of East Iowa Avenue. Memos from the Civil
Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the
following positions: Cashier/Parking System Division (2 positions);
Civil Engineer/Engineering Division; Maintenance Worker I/Parking
system Division (3 positions).
Application for City Plaza Use Permit: Philip Santoni to sell
Hawkeye Hats in City Plaza on 12/18/81, approved. I
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as
set.
1/19/82vto amended
endeSectione27-38,,27 41eV27a54(c),s27-56(e)b132-28,x32941,1
8.10.20A(2)h, 8.10.20D.5, 8.10.28G, and 8.10.32C of the Code of '
Ordinances to establish fees by resolution. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 81-323, Bk. 70,
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Pp. 2204-2209, APPROVING THE AMENDED PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LSRD PLAN OF
CEDARWOOD APARTMENTS.
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Vevera, that the rule requiring that
ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council `
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be' finally passed be
suspended, that the first and second consideration and vote be waived and
that ORDINANCE NO. 81-3045, Bk. 18, pp. 102-106, REZONING A 7.3 ACRE TRACT ¢'
OF LAND, THE NORTH PORTION FROM RIA AND THE SOUTH PORTION FROM RIA TO RIB,
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AND COURT STREET, Plum
Grove Acres,, be voted on for final passage.at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Vevera, that the
Ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
Ordinance adopted.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Neuhauser, that the rule requiring that
ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, that the first and second consideration and vote be waived and
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that ORDINANCE NO. 81-3046, Bk. 18, pp. 107-110, REZONING A FOUR -ACRE
TRACT OF LAND FROM RIA TO R3 AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF WESTGATE AND
BENTON STREETS, University Baptist Church, be voted on for final passage
at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by
Roberts, seconded by Vevera, that the Ordinance be finally adopted at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the Ordinance adopted.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, that the rule requiring that
ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, that the first and second consideration and vote be waived and
that ORDINANCE NO. 81-3047, Bk. 18, pp. 111-112, AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO DELETE SECTION 8.10.4D CONCERNING A BUILDING MORATORIUM IN
THE NORTH SIDE AREA, - be voted on for final passage at this time.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Neuahuser, seconded by
Vevera, that the Ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the Ordinance adopted.
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Charlie Ruppert, 1406 Dubuque Road, appeared and commented on
articles in a 1911 newspaper.
Moved by Vevara, seconded by Perret, to approve the appointment of
Bob White to the Parks and Recreation Commission as a representative of
the Iowa City School District. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Neuhauser, to appoint Marcia Slager, 901
Talwrn Ct., to the Board of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term ending
1/1/85. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. i
Mayor Balmer commented that this was the last official meeting of
present Council. He and the other Councilmembers thanked Councilmember
Roberts for his four years of service and Councilmember Vevera for his six
years of service, including two years as Mayor, and for their friendship
and guidance. He presented them with their•Council nameplates. Roberts
{ and V6era replied with thank-you's to many people.
k It was also Mayor Balmer's final meeting presiding as Mayor, and he
thanked many persons for their assistance. He noted as an important point i
during his two years as Mayor, that although there were disagreements i
among Councilmembers, they disagreed in a civil manner.• Vevera presented
Mayor Balmer a gift from Council, a plaque and gavel commemorating his two
years of service as Mayor of Iowa City.
Councilman Roberts commented on an article in the Press -Citizen
written about the amount of money spent on a trip to inspect small buses.
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This amount was spent by five persons who participated, not just Roberts
and Mose, and was the first trip Roberts had taken in his four years on the
Council. Council recessed for five minutes.
City Manager Berlin pointed out the positive influence this Council
in their four years together has had on the citizens of Iowa City, and
mentioned several projects. He expressed for all the staff their
appreciation of the opportunity of working with Councilmembers. He stated
that their ability to work together despite disagreements enabled the City
to move forward.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Lynch, to adopt RES. 81-324, Bk. 70,
pp. 2210-2216, RELATING TO AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT TO
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT PREVIOUSLY EXECUTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE
ISSURANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $5,500,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE
CITY'S INDUSTRIAL• DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (Thomas & Betts Corporation
Project). Martin Kelly, Plant Mgr., appeared and answered questions.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 81-325, Bk. 70, pp.
2217-2218, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AMENDED FY82 CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH THE ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY OF
JOHNSON COUNTY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 81-326, Bk. 70,
pp. 2219-2222, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND INTERSECTIONLIGHTING SYSTEM AT THE
INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAYS k6, 218, AND 1. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Lynch, seconded by Neuhauser, to adjourn 8:30 P.M. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with Vevera and Erdahl voting no.
JOHN R. BALMER, MAYOR
ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
DECEMBER 21, 1981
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: December 21, 1981, at 3:00 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor John Balmer presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Roberts, Perret, Neuhauser, Lynch, Vevera 3:10.
I Absent: Erdahl. Councilmembers-elect Dickson, McDonald. Staffinembers present:
Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Boothroy, Franklin, Jansen, Schmeiser, TePask2,
Carroll, Miller, Keating.
TAPE-RECORDED: Reel n81-15, Side 2, 1310 -End and over to Side 1, 1-408.
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 1310-1324
Setting public hearing on fee schedule. The new schedule outlined in the
mein In the packet seeme to be more acceptable. Boothroy advised that
staff will be keeping track of time spent on submissions, and will look for
pre -application procedures that might reduce time spent. Possibly an in-
formation brochure, with graphics, for developers.
Amended Prel,/Final Plat for Cedahwood. Knight noted that the locations for
the buildings have changed, and a community center has been added. There
will be 20 units of subsidized housing under the Section 8 program. Owners
are Malone and Levy, Malone was present.
Councilman Vevera present, 3:10 PM.
Re�zoniin Scott Blvd./Court for Plum Grove Acres, and rezoning for Westage/
Benton for University Baptist Church. No objections have been filed.
Amendment of Zoning Code to delete moratorium for Northside, Boothroy
requested that three readings be given.
AGENDA AND COUNCIL BUSINESS 1324-1562
1. City Manager Berlin explained that the bonds have not yet been issued
for Thomas and Betts, as they are waiting for a more favorable economic
climate, so are requesting an extension of time.
2. Berlin pointed out that the State policy regarding construction of
lighting at intersections is that the maintenance and installation
costs are the City's responsibilities.
3. Roberts called attention to a problem with stop signs on Westminister/
Washington. Staff will check the location.
4. Lynch stated that he favored Berlin's report on reductions of expen-
L I ditures in travel budgets.
5. Regarding the franchise with Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric, Berlin
advised that he was waiting for a report from Sheehan. To replace
Vevera on the Task Forceworking with this item, Dickson volunteered.
The other Councilmember is Perret.
6. Lynch noted appreciation for Mayor Kattchee's letter. Balmer advised
that Kattchee was very good to work with.
7. Balmer called attention to the lawsuit he was served with by the Federal
Marshall, noting his opposition to it, as it looks like a student pro-
ject from the College of Law from the University, and the City will have
to spend time and money to defend it. He stated that if the suit is
frivolous, he would favor a counter -suit. Jansen advised that the Staff
would be keeping track of the time spend on the litigation.
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December 21, 1981
8. Appointment to Board of Adjustment -A majority agreed to appoint
Marcia Slager, 901 Talwrn Court.
SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION OF NEW ZONING ORDINANCE 1562-2497
Schmeiser explained the methodology they are following for development
of a Short-range Comprehensive Plan and for the Long-range Comprehensive
Plan. He outlined several changes meriting special study. Using the map,
he showed the change in location for Freeway 518, different from what is
presently shown on the plan, and the resulting change in land use in the
area near Old Capitol Motors. Impact of the Johnson Co. Home sanitary
sewer on the area was noted.
Schmeiser stated that the School Board and Administrator Cronin have in-
formed them that they do not propose to construct new elementary schools
in the near future. Problems relating to the school capacities were
mentioned. Areas shown in green on the map will not be developing in
10-20 years, and are shown as agricultural. The process to determine
housing needs was outlined. Three or four mini -studies will be present-
ed to Council in the future. One full time and three part time employees
will be working on these elements.
Input from the University will be solicited. Atty. Jansen commented that
so far he and Schmeiser are working in a one on one situation and have
not delegated any work to others. He has about completed his review of
the text. TePaske stated that this particular study dovetails with the
'Fringe Study discussed, the questions raised and recommendations made fit
well and should coincide with the County review by the Board of Supervisors
on what is being contemplated. Roberts noted that the Fringe Committee
had finished its work and had sent the result to the Legal Department for
review and guidance. Berlin advised that the Fringe Committee report is on
Atty. Jansen's list, and he will be working on it.
INFORMAL MEETING -DECEMBER 28, 1981
City Manager Berlin asked if an informal Council meeting would be needed
for December 28, 1981. All agreed that it was not needed.
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Roy Neuman and Rick Caruth representing the consultant were present.
Chief Miller outlined the chronology of events as taken by the Committee
and the Staff. Neuman explained the task given to the consultant, and
handed out a brochure showing what he had done. He explained the procedure
taken for their study. Caruth had visual aids showing the various City
properties studied including the Civic Center, the Recreation Center,
the Service Building -Transit Building, the Fire Stations, the Davis
Building, the Pollution Control Bldg., U Smash 'Em Bldg., and the Senior
Center Bldg. Each department had submitted projeptions for space
requirements for the next 20 years. These were reviewed by the Committee
and the City Manager. Options to increase space were as follows: 1)
New Public Safety Center at a new site, the old space remodeled, 2) a new
fire station at a new site, the old space remodeled,' 3) an addition to
the Civic Center. The most realistic alternative was to have the
central fire station at a new site, the space could be remodeled for
space for the police and administrative offices. The third floor at
the Senior Center could be utilized on.'a short term basis. In the long-
range plan, the addition could be made to the Civic Center, and an elevator
added, for accessibility to the handicapped.
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Conclusions of the consultant were listed in the hand-out. Any bonds
for building would have to be approved by the voters. Possibly one Side 1,
million for a new central fire station. Three potential sites mention- 7-386
ed included the parking lot north of the Civic Center; the U Smash 'Em
Building and parking lot; and the Water Service Yard (which is too small).
The Elm Grove Park site was considered, but it is not centrally located.
The lot north of the Civic Center had the greatest number of advantages.
The consultant will submit a copy of his recommendation, costs, and
figures for operations costs. Caruth stated that the study would pro- l
vide a rational basis for making interim decisions.
CITY CONFERENCE BOARD Meeting held. See special minutes.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION 4:40 P.M.
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Moved by; Lynch, seconded by Perret to adjourn to executive session under
Section 20 of the Code of Iowa, To discuss as a public employer, strategy
regarding collective bargaining with City employee organizations; as such
discussion is exempted from the provisions of Chapter 28A according to I
Chapter 20.17(3). Affirmative roll call.vote unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl
and Vevera absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Councilmembers-
elect McDonald and Dickson present. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Jansen,
Stolfus, Helling, Carroll. Tape-recorded on Reel N24, Side 2, 1247-1387.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret to adjourn, 5:20 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 5/0.
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DECEMBER 21, 1981
CITY CONFERENCE BOARD: December 21, 1981, 4:00 P.M. in the Conference
Room at. the Civic Center. Chairman: Mayor John Balmer presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts, Lynch,
Vevera. Absent: Erdahl.
IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS: T. Cilek, Phelps.
JOHNSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: Sehr, L. Cilek, Langenberg.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Belger, Berlin, Stolfus, Hudson, Helling, Miller.
City Assessor Vic Belger called attention to his budget which had been
mailed to members earlier. He has added a 6%.increase to salaries as
a total. The new assessor will appoint his/her own deputies.
Regarding tort liability, he advised that the City has always paid this,
but now his budget will include the amount to reimburse the City. The
total budget has increased 4.7 per cent. The assessors do not belong
to .the Union. The dental plan is included as their package is compat-
ible with the County medical coverage. To cover the work necessary for
residential assessing, they have hired no outside help since 1973.
The Vanguard Company was hired to do commercial work.
Councilman Vevera complimented Belger on the fine work he has done over
the years, .truly a dedicated, loyal public servant. Others agreed.
Mayor Balmer suggested that as Belger is retiring, a committee should
be formed to look into the possibility of combining the City and County
Assessors offices, to see if there are any advantages. Belger pointed
out that in three instances in Iowa where this has been tried, it has
not worked well, but he would be glad to speak with the committee.
Mayor Balmer announced that the committee would be Don Sehr, Tom Cilek,
John Balmer and the City Manager. There were no objections.
Moved by the City, seconded by the County to accept the budget as proposed.
The.Chairman declared the motion carried unanimously, 3/0. Moved by the
City, seconded by the County to set public hearing on the proposed budget
for the City Assessor's office.on January 18, 1982 at 4:45 P.M. The
Chairman declared the motion carried unanimously, 3/0. (Motion later
withdrawn.) The Board discussed the vacancy (licensed real estate broker)
on the Board of Review (Jack Yanaush). To advertise this vacancy for
30 days would necessitate changing the.public hearing date. This vacancy
is considered by the Board as a whole. The vacancies on the Assessor's
Examining:Board, the City's representative (Meardon) and the School's
representative (Borchart) will also be advertised.
Moved by the City, seconded by the Schoolboard, to withdraw the previous
motion and set a public hearing on February 1, 1982.at 4:45 P.M instead.
The Chairman declared the motion carried unanimously, 3/0. Moved by the
City, seconded by the Schoolboard to adjourn, 4:20 P.M. The Chairman
declared the motion carried.
Minutes prepared by the City Clerk.
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