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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-09-14 Council minutesr L, INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION AUGUST 30, 1982 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: August 30, 1982, 3:30 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding.. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, McDonald, Lynch, Neuhauser, Perret, Dickson - 4:10 PM, Erdahl-4:32 PM. Absent: none. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Stolfus, Hellling, Boren, Jansen, Boothroy, Schmadeke, Farmer, Miller, Vitosh, Fowler, Gannon, Kucharzak. TAPE-RECORDED on Reel #82-17, Side 1, 2060 -End, and over to Side 2, 1-1149. APPLICATIONS FOR BEER/LIQUOR FOR CONSENT CALENDAR 2060-2232 fi y Clerk Sto fus note that there were five beer and liquor applicants present who wished to be added to the Consent Calendar, as they had missed the deadline for the agenda. Class C Beer and Liquor and Sunday Sales for Time Out Restaurant -Coaches Corner, Class C Beer for Russ's Standard (new), Special Beer -Wine and Sunday Sales for Felix and Oscars (new), Class B Beer and Sunday Sales for Ken's Pizza. Attorney Poula distributed a letter out- lining their request for Council's approval of the addition of outdoor ser- vice to Copper Dollar. After discussion of the problem of late applications, Council decided to add the issue to their pending list of items to discuss. For this time, the five applications will be added to the agenda. SEWERAGE SYSTEMS FACILITY PLAN Mayor Neuhauser asked Consu Cant Jim Kirton to give a background of the issue and alternatives. Kinin explained what the City had done since 1975, and why it was done. Their recommendation was for the most cost-effective alternative plan considered, the $57,000,000 treatment plant. federal funding changes, standards (Iowa City, in the winter, cannot achieve 45-45, Superintendent Boren agreed.), value engineering (by Stanley), automation, trickling system vs activated sludge, were discussed. Kinin pointed out that last November he and the staff had asked for a study of what alternatives were available, but it was decided that then it would not be a timely study, as it might affect the thinking of the regulatory agencies. Kinin offered several alternatives which could be investigated (in conjunction with a committee). Neuhauser asked that cost -per -household be provided. Council decided to reform the advisory committee, checking to see if former members were interested in serving again, and advertising for new members, and to add the agreement with Veenstra & Kimm ($24,000) to the next agenda. Councilman Perret present, 4:10 P.M. ALLEY PAVING Memo Engineer Farmer regarding the assessment process noted. Farmer advised that this alley had been in a previous proposed paving project and deleted. He thought the retaining wall benefitted all owners and cost should be spread among all owners. All agreed that the Engineer come up with a preliminary cost estimate and contact the property owners to get their position regarding a project. Erdahl present, 4:32 P.M. IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE Bob Lentfer, S ive-Hattery, explained the preliminary report and the two alternatives. They recommend reconstruction -48' roadway (presently it is 40'). One pedestrian crosswalk in shown on the plan at the west end. If the University wants one on the east end, Council does not want to pay for it. Balmer noted his opposition to a $60,000 temporary footbridge, when alternative crossings are close by. Schmadeke explained that if Federal MICROFILMED 61' JORM MICR6LA6 CEDAR RAPIDS • DCS MOV 2232 -End Side 2, 1-197 197-243 243-478 1 J A L. Page 2 Informal Council August 30, 1982 funding of 80%, maximum $500,000 is available, Iowa City could receive funding in three years. There were no objections to going ahead with the design of the bridge. Neuhauser stated she thought the street lights were not harmonious with others in the area. Berlin commented .that many City bridges need repair and probably one project should be considered each year. ALARM ORDINANCE 478-495 Memo from Chief Miller noted. Neuhauser asked that the Ordinance be amended on Page 3 to delete Council holding an appeal hearing and issuing a decision. Council agreed. NOISE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT POLICY 495-741 City Manager Berlin pointed out that a warning ticket will always tie issued first, and asked whether or not Council agreed with the statement under 24.1-5 Musical Instruments, items 4a and 4b, in the memo on Operating Procedures. All agreed. Berlin explained the follow-up procedure, as stated on Page 7. A resident noted concern regarding parties until 1:30 AM' in the Governor/Washington area. Housing Inspection Services will issue permits. Information signs will be erected at -.the city entrances. Kucharzak explained 24.1-12, Sound Variances. The procedure will go into effect immed- iately and the application will be drafted. Berlin will write Home Town Dairies regarding any changes contemplated in procedure, or any measures already taken. PARKING POLICY - CHAUNCEY SWAN LOT 741-850 McDonald reported dissatisfaction with the new rates by users of the lot. Vitosh memo noted. Agreement with Unions regarding Civic Center lot noted. Vitosh explained rationale for fees in Rec. Center lot and Chauncey Swan lot. Council will reconsider the issue after the extensive reconstruc- tion of the Rec. Center lot.is finished and useage is established. Council suggested the possibility of a connection between the two lots. Vitosh commented that revenues from the ramps are creeping upward. 850-900 City Manager Berlin announced that informal meetings would be scheduled every Monday at 4:30 PM. The formal meetings will stay as now scheduled every other Tuesday. On the alternate Tuesday,, meetings will be scheduled for discussion of the Comprehensive Plan and zoning. Lynch asked that the pending list be put in the priority order as decided at an earlier informal meeting. Regarding the formal meeting of September 28th, Berlin asked if Council could set the starting time for 6:00 P.M., with a short agenda, so that citizens could attend the Symphony Concert at Hancher. All agreed. The Clerk advised that two items on the August 21st agenda would be changed to reflect the changed time. AGENDA -COUNCIL BUSINESS 900-1140 1. Balmer questioned the size of replacement for the Southwest Interceptor. Berlin answered that it would be adequate for future flows. 2. The City Clerk asked Councilmembers to bring in their Codes to be updated with Supplement N13. Neuhauser called attention to one of the mobile vendors in the Plaza who does not keep the equipment in the cart. Berlin advised that this was not acceptable and would check. 4. Neuhauser also reported weeds growing near Capitol Street Ramp on Clinton St. 111CROEILMED Be JORM MICR6LA13 CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MDI YES 1 J f� Informal Council Page 3 August 30, 1982 5. Neuhauser questioned if the City had any authority over cleanliness in local theatres. Staff will check. 6. Lynch reported complaints regarding signs of transient merchants. Berlin stated that.if there is a complaint, Staff will check. 7. Perret asked if the Downtown City cleanup crews were maintaining the tree on the corner of the Library property. Berlin explained the situation . Neuhauser noted accumulation of trash on the west side of Clinton St. APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OF APPEALS 1140-1149 There were no objections to the applicant Marcie Roggow. Meeting adjourned, 6:00 P.M. i MICROf IL14ED BY l DORM MICRdrLAB" CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOINES 1 I Ja r I I MINUTES OF OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 8/31/82 The cost of publishing the following proceed- ings & claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is 5 Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 8/31/82, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presid- ing. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl (7:35), Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: none. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Farmer, Stolfus, Karr. Council minutes tape-recorded on Tape 82-18, Side 1, 1-932. Mayor Neuhauser announced five additions to the Consent Calendar: motion approving addition of outdoor service to licensed applicant, beer permit for Russ' Standard, beer -wine and Sunday Sales license for Felix and Oscars, liquor license and Sunday Sales for Time Out Restaurant/Coaches Corner Lounge, and beer permit and Sunday Sales for Ken's Pizza. Erdahl arrived. Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, to amend the Consent Calendar as announced. Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions, reg, mtg., 8/17/82, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Committee on Community Needs -8/4/82; Senior Center Comm. -8/5/82; Airport Comm. -8/12/82. Permit motions and resolutions as recom- mended by the City Clerk: Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales Permit for Maxwell's, 121 E. College St. Approving Class C Liquor License for Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St. RES. 82-222, Bk. 74, p. 881, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT. RES. 82-223, Bk. 74, p. 882, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT. RES. 82-224, Bk. 74, p. 883, REFUNDING A PORTION OF A CIGARETTE PERMIT. Recommending to the State Beer and Liquor Control Department cancellation of the Sunday Sales Permit issued to Gary Wilson dba Hollywood's, 1134 S. Gilbert St. Approving addition of outdoor service to licensed applicant (Copper Dollar) in discernible licensed area. Approving Class C Beer Permit for Russ' Standard, 305 N. Gilbert St. Approving Class B Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Ken's Pizza, 1950 Lower Muscatine. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Time Out Restaurant/Coaches Corner Lounge, 1220 Highway 6 West. Approving Special Beer -Wine License and Sunday Sales for Felix and Oscars, 5 S. Dubuque St. i IdlcRorIL14ED BY ti 1 "CORM MIC RQLAB 1 CEDAR RAI'1 DS •DES f-0OI4CS I i I Official Actions August 31, 1982 Motions: Authorizing the City Engineer Page 2 to sign an application for utilities right-of- way to Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Company for Highway 6 and 218 and Newton Road. Resolutions, Book 74: RES. 82-225, p. 884, ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NUMBER THIRTEEN TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 82-226, pp. 885-891, APPROVING THE OFFICIAL MUNICIPALITY REPORT FOR MUNICIPAL STREETS AND PARKING AND THE OFFICIAL STREET CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM PROJECT STATUS REPORT FOR FY82. Correspondence: Melvin Sunshine re problem of speeding traffic on Court Street, referred to the Traffic Engr. for recommenda- tion. Lorna Mathes re eligibility for congre- gate meals, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Richard Houston re water billing procedures, referred to the Finance Director for reply. Elderly Services Agency requesting additional funding in the amount of $5,000, referred to the new Human Services Planner to prepare a recommendation for the City Council. Elizabeth Meng re traffic problems on Dover Street near Mercer Park, referred to the Traffic Engr. for recommendation. Iowa City/Coralville Convention Director offering to meet with City Council re hotel/motel tax, no reply necessary and more information will be furnished in the near future. Kay Burford re the rezoning issue, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Bed Races to be held on Clinton Street on 9/17/82, approved. Teresa Westphal to close Sweetbriar Street for a block party on 8/21/82, approved. Johnson County Democratic Party for the use of Black - hawk Minipark to set up a registration table from 8/25/82 to 9/25/82 (except Sundays), approved. Jeffrey Renander for permission to picket on sidewalk in front of Emma Goldman Clinic every Saturday during 1982, approved for 8/21 and 8/28/82 only. Pat Millhollin to close Nevada Street on 8/21/82 for a block party, approved. Knights of Columbus to distribute candy in the downtown area to solicit donations to benefit handicapped on 8/28/82, approved. tions Plaza RobertpHeil afor a fmobile ur yvending Ucart se epermit to vend vegetarian sandwiches, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the r 111CROFILMIBYJORM MI CEDAR RAPIDS B � Official Actions motion carried. Councilmember Perret questioned August 31, 1982 the dimensions of the mobile vending cart permit Page 3 applied for by Robert Heil. City Manager will investigate. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8.10.35 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A MECHANISM FOR LICENSING SIGN INSTALLERS AND ESTABLISHING A SYSTEM OF FEES FOR SIGN PERMITS, be considered and given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion to consider carried, and second vote and roll call given, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the rule requiring that ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior, to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORDINANCE NO. 82-3077, Bk. 19, pp. 120-127, ADOPTING THE AIRPORT OVERLAY ZONES, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, 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. Councilmember Balmer requested the ordinance be sent to the Board of Supervisors as soon as possible. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to defer consideration of three ordinances, (an ordinance amending sections 8.10.3 Definitions; 8.10.4 Districts and Boundaries Thereof; 8.10.19 Additional Regulations; 8.10.24 Area Regulations; and 8.10.26 Permitted Accessory Uses; and adding Section 8.10.1 Manufactured Housing Residential Zone to the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Iowa City, Iowa; an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances concerning multiple homes and manufactured parks; and an ordinance amending Section 8.10.18(A) of the Zoning Ordinance regard- ing screening for commercial and industrial use and manufactured housing uses to be located in the proposed RMH zone). The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. John Suchomel, 320 E. Washington, distributed the article from the Cedar Rapids Gazette regarding his service to the City. Jim Hynes, 621 Dearborn, appeared regarding sewer problems. Larry Baker, 521 S. Dodge, related questions he has received regarding the noise ordinance. Neuhauser pointed out that citizens do not have to file or sign a formal complaint under the ordinance. City Attorney Jansen commented that a law enforcement MICROFILMED BY I "JORM MIC Rd1L A6 1 CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOINES I r L7?- /I 1 Official Actions officer can always file a charge for an offense August 31, 1982 committed in his/her presence. Page 4 Public Hearing was held on the plans, specifi- cations, form of contract, and cost estimate for the construction of the Southwest Interceptor Sewer Repair. Jim Hynes, 621 Dearborn, appeared questioning why the repair had to be done. City Engineer Farmer answered some questions. City Manager Berlin said that the records would be researched to provide answers for both Council and citizens. Hynes also questioned Council's next step in the schedule regarding the study of alter- natives for the sewer treatment plant/establishing committee. Council decided to discuss the steps to be taken at another meeting, with interested persons and Consultant Kimm present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adapt RES. 82-227, Bk. 74, p. 892, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SOUTHWEST INTERCEPTOR SEWER REPAIR, AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED SEPTEMBER 21, 1982, AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on proposed Industrial Development Revenue Bonds, Series 1982 (Iowa State Bank & Trust Company Project). No one appeared. Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to recess the public hearing for four weeks to September 28, 1982, at 6:00 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor announced the following board and commission vacancies: Bd. of Electrical Examiners and Appeals - one vacancy for an electrical engr. for a four-year term ending 10/26/86 and the Riverfront Commission -two vacancies for three- year terms ending 12/1/85. These appointments will be made at the 10/12/82 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to appoint Marcie Roggow, 6 Gilmore Ct., to the Bd. of Appeals for an unexpired term plus a full five-year term ending 12/31/87. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. McDonald asked the City Manager to check why one pole in the north end lighting project area, 300 block Ronalds, was installed but there was no light. Erdahl called attention to the annual housing crunch and suggested an additional subcom- mittee be appointed under the Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee to look into the MICROf 1U LD BY JORM MIC RbLAB 1 CEDAR RANDS DES MOINES i I Guf J i r Official Actions issue. Berlin called attention to the contact by city to participate in a housing August 31, 1982 HUD asking the and offered to see if staff could put Page 5 program, something together. Neuhauser noted that as the Rules Committee had not held their 7:15 PM meeting, if Councilmembers agreed, the formal meeting could be adjourned so that their meeting could be held at that time. There were no objections. Neuhauser also called attention to the change in the time of the formal meeting on September 28, 1982, to 6:00 P.M. City Manager Berlin announced that he had received a callfrom Bonita Allen in Congressman Leach's office, that they had received a call from Congressman Evan's office indicating that the UMTA administrator had approved the amount of $2,270,000 for the transit garage. Recommendations of Committee on Community Needs noted as follows: (1) That the Council accept the Grantee Performance Report for the 1979 Hold -Harmless CDBG Grant. The Council approved the Grantee Performance Report at its August 17 meeting. (2) That the City Council meet with CCN at an informal session in early October for the purpose of helping CCN establish criteria for making budgetary decisions. The main reason for this is to discuss projects and priorities for funding under the 1983 Community Development Block grant. Moved by Lynch, seconded 894,Balmer, AUTHORIZINGdTHE RRES. 82-228, Bk. 74, pp. MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES ESTABLISHING DESIGN FEES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded to adopt 8b9y9Dickson, RES. 82-229, Bk. 74, pp. 8 G THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTA- TION, HIGHWAY DIVISION, CONCERNING THE BENTON STREET/RIVERSIDE DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS AND RESCIND RESOLUTION 81-261. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by McDonald, seconded by C liner, Ito adopt RES. 82-230, Bk. 74, pp. 9, NG To THE ASSUMPTION BY JA14ES A. AND LORETTA C. CLARK, OF THE OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES OF RALSTON CREEK LTD. CONNECTION WITHINDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REV NUE ONDS (RALSTON CREEK MICROFILMED BY JORM MICR6LAB i j CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOINES CLV, 1 J r Official Actions APARTMENTS, LTD. PROJECT) SERIES 1982 OF THE CITY August 31, 1982 OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A Page 6 FIRST SUPPLEMENTARY INDENTURE OF TRUST; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST AMENDATORY LOAN AGREEMENT AND ASSUMPTION AND CONSENT TO AMENDMENT AND ASSUMPTION; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN AMENDMENT TO MORTGAGE AND DELIVERY TO AMENDMENT AND ASSUMPTION; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN AMENDMENT TO SECURITY AGREEMENT AND CONSENT TO AMENDMENT AND ASSUMPTION; AND RELATED MATTERS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. City Clerk noted the correc- tions on page 5, from August 1 to September 1, 1982. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CERTAIN PARAGRAPHS OF SECTION 23-189 OF THE CODE WHICH DEALS WITH SPECIFIC SPEED REGULATIONS IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, (reducing the speed on the Benton Street bridge from 25 mph to 15 mph), be considered and given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion to consider carried, and the " first vote and roll call given, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO ADD ARTICLE VIII., "INTRUSION ALARMS.", be considered and given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion to consider carried, and the first vote and roll call given, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that ORD. NO. 82-3078, Bk. 19, pp. 128-140, AMENDING CHAPTER 4 (AIRPORT) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, be passed and adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. The Mayor questioned the status of standards re helicopter landings. City Atty. Jansen reported he was currently reviewing a draft submitted by the Asst. City Mgr. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn 8:50 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A more complete description of Council activi- ties is on file in the office of'the City Clerk. C."UF.uk"s/MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR s/gB-S�qUS, CITY CLERK L/fiJti� � Submitted for publication on 9/10/82. 111CROMMIED BY J l JORM MICR6LA13 1 I I CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOVIES ' � I r COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES August 31, 1982 Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 8/31/82, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Dickson, Erdahl (7:35), Lynch, McDonald, Neuhauser, Perret. Absent: none. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Farmer, Stolfus, Karr. Council minutes tape-recorded on Tape 82-18, Side 1, 1-932. Mayor Neuhauser announced five additions to the Consent Calendar: motion approving addition of outdoor service to licensed applicant, beer permit for Russ' Standard, beer -wine and Sunday Sales license for Felix and Oscars, liquor license and Sunday Sales for Time Out Restaurant/Coaches Corner Lounge, and beer permit and Sunday Sales for Ken's Pizza. Erdahl arrived. Moved by Lynch, seconded by Perret, to amend the Consent Calendar as announced. Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions, reg. mtg., 8/17/82, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Committee on Community Needs -8/4/82; Senior Center Comm. -8/5/82; Airport Comm. -8/12/82. Permit motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk: Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales Permit for Iowa Saloon Company dba Maxwell's, 121 E. College St. Approving Class C Liquor License for Deadwood, Inc. dba Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St. RES. 82-222, Bk. 74, p. 881, ISSUING CIGARETTE PERMIT. RES. 82- 223, Bk. 74, p. 882, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT. RES. 82-224, Bk. 74, p. 883, REFUNDING A PORTION OF A CIGARETTE PERMIT. Recommending to the State Beer and Liquor Control Department cancellation of the Sunday Sales Permit issued to Gary Wilson dba Hollywood's, 1134 S. Gilbert St. Approving addition of outdoor :;ervice to licensed applicant (Copper Dollar) in discernible licensed area. Approving Class C Beer Permit for Rosalie Vitosh dba Russ' Standard, 305 N. Gilbert St. Approving Class B Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Ken's Restaurant Systems Inc. dba Ken's Pizza, 1950 Lower Muscatine. Approving Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Bur Con, Inc. dba Time Out Restaurant/Coaches Corner Lounge, 1220 Highway 6 West. Approving Special Beer -Wine License and Sunday Sales for Dubuque Street Pizza, Inc. dba Felix and Oscars, 5 S. Dubuque St. Motions: Authorizing the City Engineer to sign an application for utilities right-of-way to Iowa -Illinois Gas and Electric Company for Highway 6 and 218 and Newton Road. Resolutions, Book 74: RES. 82-225, p. 884, ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NUMBER THIRTEEN TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 82-226, pp. 885-891, APPROVING THE OFFICIAL MUNICIPALITY REPORT FOR MUNICIPAL STREETS AND PARKING AND THE OFFICIAL STREET CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM PROJECT STATUS REPORT FOR FY82. RICROEILRED BY JORM MOCROLA6 CEDAR RAPIDS • DES M01.1IES 1 J L Council Activities August 31, 1982 Page 2 Correspondence: Melvin Sunshine re problem of speeding traffic on Court Street, referred to the Traffic Engr. for recommendation. Lorna Mathes re eligibility for congregate meals, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Richard Houston re water billing procedures, referred to the Finance Director for reply. Elderly Services Agency requesting additional funding in the amount of $5,000, referred to the new Human Services Planner to prepare a recommendation for the City Council. Elizabeth Meng re traffic problems on Dover Street near Mercer Park, referred to the Traffic Engr. for recommendation. Iowa City/Coralville Convention Director offering to meet with City Council re hotel/motel tax, no reply necessary and more information will be furnished in the near future. Kay Burford re the rezoning issue, referred to the City Mgr. for reply. Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Bed Races to be held on Clinton Street on 9/17/82, approved. Teresa Westphal to close Sweetbriar Street for a block party on 8/21/82, approved. Johnson County Democratic Party for the use of Blackhawk Minipark to set up a registration table from 8/25/82 to 9/25/82 (except Sundays), 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., approved. Jeffrey Renander for permission to picket on sidewalk in front of Enna Goldman Clinic from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon every Saturday during 1982, approved for 8/21 and 8/28/82 only. Pat Millhollin to close Nevada Street on 8/21/82 for a block party, approved. Knights of Columbus to distribute candy in the downtown area to solicit donations to benefit handicapped on 8/28/82, approved. Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Robert Heil for a mobile vending cart permit to vend vegetarian sandwiches, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Councilmember Perret questioned the dimensions of the mobile vending cart permit applied for by Robert Heil. City Manager will investigate. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8.10.35 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A MECHANISM FOR LICENSING SIGN INSTALLERS AND ESTABLISHING A SYSTEM OF FEES FOR SIGN PERMITS, be considered and given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion to consider carried, and second vote and roll call given, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the rule requiring that ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORDINANCE NO. 82-3077, Bk. 19, pp. 120-127, ADOPTING THE AIRPORT OVERLAY ZONES, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, 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. Councilmember Balmer requested the ordinance be sent to the Board of Supervisors as soon as possible. III CRO: I LI -11D BY JORM MICROC.AG CEDAR RAPIDS • DES HOMES r L Council Activities August 31, 1982 Page 3 Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to defer consideration of three ordinances, (an ordinance amending sections 8.10.3 Definitions; 8.10.4 Districts and Boundaries Thereof; 8.10.19 Additional Regulations; 8.10.24 Area Regulations; and 8.10.26 Permitted Accessory Uses; and adding Section 8.10.1 Manufactured Housing Residential Zone to the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Iowa City, Iowa; an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances concerning multiple homes and manufactured parks; and an ordinance amending Section 8.10.18(A) of the Zoning Ordinance regarding screening for commercial and industrial use and manufactured housing uses to be located in the proposed RMH zone). The Mayor declared the motion to defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. John Suchomel, 320 E. Washington, distributed the article from the Cedar Rapids Gazette regarding his service to the City. Jim Hynes, 621 Dearborn, appeared regarding sewer problems; the project in his area which is to be considered by CCN this year, and regarding the comments made in informal session regarding the sewer treatment plant and alternatives. Larry Baker, 521 S. Dodge, related questions he has received regarding the noise ordinance, regarding exceptions, traffic noise, enforcement and publicity. Neuhauser pointed out that citizens do not have to file or sign a formal complaint under the ordinance. City Attorney Jansen commented that a law enforcement officer can always file a charge for an offense committed in his/her presence. Public Hearing was held on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and cost estimate for the construction of the Southwest Interceptor Sewer Repair. Jim Hynes, 621 Dearborn, appeared questioning why the repair had to be done. City Engineer Farmer answered some questions. City Manager Berlin said that the records would be researched to provide answers for both Council and citizens. Hynes also questioned Council's next step in the schedule regarding the study of alternatives for the sewer treatment plant/establishing committee. Berlin repeated the instruction given at the informal meeting. Council decided to discuss the steps to be taken at another meeting, with interested persons and Consultant Kimm present. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 82-227, Bk. 74, p. 892, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SOUTHWEST INTERCEPTOR SEWER REPAIR, AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RECEIVED SEPTEMBER 21, 1982, AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on proposed Industrial Development Revenue Bonds, Series 1982 (Iowa State Bank & Trust Company Project). No one appeared. Moved by Perret, seconded by McDonald, to recess the public hearing for four weeks to September 28, 1982, at 6:00 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor announced the following board and commission vacancies: Bd. of Electrical Examiners and Appeals - one vacancy for an electrical engr. for a four-year term ending 10/26/86 and the Riverfront Commission - two vacancies for three-year terms ending 12/1/85. These appointments wi11 be made at the 10/12/82 meeting of the City Council. i ;11CRO MED By JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS • DES 1101! 1 J r L Council Activities August 31, 1982 Page 4 Moved by Balmer, seconded by Lynch, to appoint Marcie Roggow, b Gilmore Ct., to the Bd. of Appeals for an unexpired term plus a full five- year term ending 12/31/87. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. McDonald asked the City Manager to check why one pole in the north end lighting project area, 300 block Ronalds, was installed but there was no light. Erdahl called attention to the annual housing crunch and suggested an additional subcommittee be appointed under the Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee to look into the issue. Berlin called attention to the contact by HUD asking the city to participate in a housing program, and offered to see if staff could put something together. Neuhauser noted that as the Rules Committee had not held their 7:15 PM meeting, if Councilmembers agreed, the formal meeting could be adjourned so that their meeting could be held at that time. There were no objections. Neuhauser also called attention to the change in the time of the formal meeting on September 28, 1982, to 6:00 P.M., so that officials and citizens could attend the Chicago Symphony Concert at Hancher. City Manager Berlin announced that he had received a call from Bonita Allen in Congressman Leach's office, that they had received a call from Congressman Evan's office indicating that the UMTA administrator had approved the amount of $2,270,000 for the transit garage. Plans are proceeding and there could be groundbreaking next spring. City Attorney Jansen advised that the Planning and Zoning Commission would be discussing the ordinances regarding the Mobile Homes and Zone at their meeting on Thursday, Sept. 2nd. Recommendations of Committee on Community Needs noted as follows: (1) That the Council accept the Grantee Performance Report for the 1979 Hold -Harmless CDBG Grant. The Council approved the Grantee Performance Report at its August 17 meeting. No additional action is necessary. (2) That the City Council meet with CCN at an informal session in early October for the purpose of helping CCN establish criteria for making budgetary decisions. CCN would like to be on the Council's October 4 or 11 informal agenda. The main reason for this is to discuss projects and priorities for funding under the 1983 Community Development Block grant. CCN must forward its recommendations to the Council by October. 22 in order to stay on schedule this fall. Moved by Lynch, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 82-228, Bk. 74, pp. 893-894, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND SHIVE-HATTERY AND ASSOCIATES ESTABLISHING DESIGN FEES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 82-229, Bk. 74, pp. 895-899, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HIGHWAY DIVISION, CONCERNING THE BENTON STREET/RIVERSIDE DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS AND RESCIND RESOLUTION 81-261. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. m cRoEILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOINES J r Council Activities August 31, 1982 Page 5 Moved by McDonald, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 82-230, Bk. 74, pp. 900-907, CONSENTING TO THE ASSUMPTION BY JAMES A. AND LORETTA C. CLARK, OF THE OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES OF RALSTON CREEK APARTMENTS, LTD. IN CONNECTION WITH THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (RALSTON CREEK APARTMENTS, LTD. PROJECT) SERIES 1982 OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST SUPPLEMENTARY INDENTURE OF TRUST; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST AMENDATORY LOAN AGREEMENT AND ASSUMPTION AND CONSENT TO AMENDMENT AND ASSUMPTION; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN AMENDMENT TO MORTGAGE AND DELIVERY TO AMENDMENT AND ASSUMPTION; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN AMENDMENT TO SECURITY AGREEMENT AND CONSENT TO AMENDMENT AND ASSUMPTION; AND RELATED MATTERS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. City Clerk noted the correc- tions on page 5, from August 1 to September 1, 1982. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CERTAIN PARAGRAPHS OF SECTION 23-189 OF THE CODE WHICH DEALS WITH SPECIFIC SPEED REGULATIONS IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, (reducing the speed on the Benton Street bridge from 25 mph to 15 mph), be considered and given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion to consider carried, and the first vote and roll call given, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Lynch, seconded by Dickson, that the ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO ADD ARTICLE VIII., "INTRUSION ALARMS.", be considered and given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion to consider carried, and the. first vote and roll call given, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that ORD. NO. 82-3078, Bk. 19, pp. 128-140, AMENDING CHAPTER 4 (AIRPORT) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, be passed and adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. The Mayor questioned the status of standards re helicopter landings. City Atty. Jansen reported he was currently reviewing a draft submitted by the Asst. City Mgr. Moved by Balmer, seconded by McDonald, to adjourn 8:50 P.M. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. ATTEST: MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK MICROMMED BY JORM MOCR40LAS CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOINES 1 9 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION SEPTEMBER 7, 1982 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: September 7, 1982, 7:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Neuhauser, McDonald, Dickson, Perret, Erdahl-7:30 PM. Absent: Balmer, Lynch. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Jansen, Stolfus, Schmeiser. TAPE-RECORDED: Reel #82-17, Side 2, 1152 -End, and Reel 982-19, Side 2, 1-375. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1152-1200 The Mayor commented that as long as Council was meeting on Tuesday the 21st and Wednesday the 22nd, the Monday, 20th, meeting could be cancelled. Council - members agreed. City Mgr. Berlin reminded all of the Oct. 7th and Nov. 3rd special meetings. NEW ZONING ORDINANCE/ISSUES 1200 -End Neuhauser asked that Council discuss the process for consideration of the new zoning ordinance by P&Z Comm. and Council. Berlin outlined the procedures taken so far, and suggested that Council make a decision for a certain date on which the public hearing process will take place. Neuhauser also question- ed if it would be possible to take up some issues first, as final adoption will be after another construction season, such as 'zero lot lines' and the new zone between the R3 and R3A zone, and adopt them into the present ordinance. Schmeiser stated that P&Z does not want to take things out of sequence. It was decided that the Mayor would attend a P&Z meeting to discuss procedure, timeframe, and the schedule as presented in the staff memo, which leads to adoption of the zoning ordinance by July 1983. Instead of rewriting the ordinance again and referring the changes back to staff, Council would like any new comments and recommendations to be made to them. The new zoning map should be ready for P&Z by December 1, 1982. Berlin commented that at that time the citizens will give input. The Mayor asked if there were other critical areas which could be separated out. Schmeiser replied that pre- vious concerns regarding industrial use zones could be. A new Intensive Commercial Zone will exclude retail uses. The present Industrial Zone eliminated retail. Councilman Erdahl arrived, 7:30 P.M. Perret said that altho the issues presented were important, he thought that they were superficial compared with the zoning issues, and would be dealt with in the subdivision ordinance requirements. Schmeiser replied that these issues or aspects do not exist in the present ordinance, so were set out for discussion, and noted that the subdivision process for developments is controlled by the zoning ordinance. The Mayor suggested discussing each concept listed. Agricultural Zone There were no problems with this concept. Rural Residential Zone Glasgow and Schnittjer present. This zone could be used where it is difficult to sewer. It is probably not feasible to develop if presently required infrastructure is provided. One area pointed out on the Comprehensive Plan was west of University property, South of 1/6/218 Hwys, and North of Melrose Avenue (could be sewered by Coralville). Glasgow com- 141CROf DIED DY I JORM MICR46LA13 CEDAR RAPIDS •DES !40IYE5 I I r Page 2 Informal Council September 7, 1982 mented on feasibility of this concept if gravel roads, swales and sewage disposal plants instead of separate septic tanks could be used. Foster Road across frota the Elks Country Club could be developed. Schmeiser thought that allowing this would be perpetuating urban sprawl. Neuhauser stated she was willing to look at reductions in standards if an area really could not be sewered. Schmeiser called attention to legal obligations and advised that an area now subdivided into small tracts of land (2 to 10 acres) could not be rezoned agricultural. Erdahl commented that it would be helpful to see the area. Berlin agreed, and when the map is ready before the public hearing, Council should schedule a viewing. Dickson stated that some persons might prefer to build in wooded areas such as these. Zero Lot Line Concept Schmeiser stated that there were two options: 1) a wall common to the lot line or 2) one common wall between two houses. The gain is in more useable yard area. Smaller lots can be platted, 45'x110'. One advantage is in cheaper construction costs. Provisions for townhouses were removed after staff review. Staff will check minutes for the reason. Row houses can go in the multi -family zones (RM -12). Clustering would be only in a P.A.D. Glasgow drew a zero -lot line/condominium concept on the board showing 50' lots, 24' houses, a solid wall on the lot line, a garage up front with two -car parking ahead of the garage in the 20' front -yard setback. This allows a private yard. This concept is being used as condominiums on Friendship/Washington project now. Some staffinembers want to permit zero lot lines only in a Planned Area Development where there is more control (location of driveways). There was discussion of use of alleys, screening of yards. In answer to the question, Schmeiser replied that this concept could be adopted now. The cities of Coralville, North Liberty and West Liberty use it now. Berlin cautioned that P&Z did not want to proceed with adoption now, taking it out of sequence of consideration of the whole ordinance. Variable Lot Size Schmeiser noted this provision would apply only to new subdivisions. A minimum lot in RS5 Zone would average 8,000 square feet, with an overall density of five units per acre (a reduction to 7,200 sq. ft. is possible under averaging), and no lot can exceed 15,000 sq. ft. Uniform Setback Concept Schmeiser explained the reasons why the setback k82-19 is require an—d the present variance of distance for setbacks depending Side 2, on the zone. In review, staff questioned why the variance in footage, 1-375 and what would be a proper setback. Council was concerned over not con- sidering the type of street or the size of a building to determine the setback. Perret suggested 20' setback for residential streets, 30' for collectors and 40' for arterials. Number of non -conformities this would cause was questioned. Glasgow advised that the right-of-way on collector/ arterial streets provided setback space. Council will discuss this concept again. Side Yard Concept Definition of a 2?s story building was explained. It depends on the definition of basement and cellar. If the basement is 50% above ground, it is counted as a story. If it is 50% under, it is a cellar and not counted as a story. BuildinCovera a Ratio Concept The intention was to provide flexibility of orientation of t e house to the lot, using the same building coverage, which Schmeiser illustrated on the board. A training session can be held to instruct developers if necessary. An example cited for percentage of coverage was in RS5 Zone, 40% of the lot area can be used for building HICROf ILnED BY JORM MICR4/LAB CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MINES J Page 3 Informal Council September 7, 1982 coverage. Neuhauser liked the extreme version which would allow orientation on the lot so that the long side of the house could be on the South to get the maximum exposure to solar heat. This could be in a PAD. Schmeiser is to provide staff commentary on why they are opposed to the extreme version. Control over placement was one issue. Jansen did not think a zoning could apply to a new area only. Minimum Open Space Schmeiser related that after review and discussion, the provision of minimum open -space was struck by Staff. They objected to forcing people to build balconies to meet the open -space requirements. Jansen added that comments were made, "why do we care -why do we want to regulate?". Berlin agreed that the requirement of 6000 square feet was a lot of open -space for a 12-plex, the open -space does not include parking lots, aisles. Part of the requirement is met by yard requirements. Council wished to think about this concept and discuss it again. Overview Schmeiser had planned to give an overview of the new Zoning Ordinance and special zones. Instead, he will put it in writing, and it will be distrib- uted to Council. Meeting adjourned, 9:15 P.M. MICROFILMED BY 1 1 j JORM MIC R#LAB CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MOINES :�� r Z,o0 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION SEPTEMBER 13, 1982 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: September 13, 1982, 4:30 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Mary Neuhauser presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Neuhauser, Dickson, Lynch, McDonald, Perret, Erdahl-4:50 PM. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Helling, Stolfus, Jansen, Schmadeke, Farmer, Seydel, Knight, Hauer, Boothroy. TAPE-RECORDED on Reel d82-19, Side 1, 375-1916 APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING 375-544 Rezoning 603 S. Du uque Knig t advised that the proposed rezoning would conform to the Comprehensive Plan. It is at the southwest intersection of Prentiss/Dubuque. Rezone from C2 to R3B, possibly multi -family housing. Annexation and Rezoning-Sladek There are two tracts of land, one with a building. They have sewer and water. They are proposing automotive repair for the second tract. Public Hearing to be set. Rezoning 9 Existing Mobile Home Parks Set public hearing on this proposal. P&Z and staff are recommending rezoning of Forest View Court, Towncrest Mobile Home Park, Hilltop Mobile Home Park and Bon -Aire Mobile Home Lodge to Residential Manufactured Housing Zone. Alberhasky has filed an official objection to rezoning of Bon -Aire, but given no reason for the objection. In the commercial strip they are building a convenience store. Hawkeye Trailer Court has requested rezoning from current R1A zone, P&Z deferred consideration. Three other parks will be non -conforming. An extra -ordinary Council majority vote will be needed on the Bon -Aire ordinance. Councilman Erdahl arrived, 4:50 PM. Final Plat Hunter's Run Subd. Legal papers are in and there are no problems with this rural subdivision. They will use septic tanks for sewering. The controversial portion in this area is across the road. Sign & Fence Permit Fees City Manager Berlin will report on how the fees were arrived at by tie Housing Inspection Services Dept. WASTEWATER FACILITY COMMITTEE Berlin announced that the League of Women Voter's representative would be Pat Cain. Memo in the packet noted from City Manager. The Mayor asked Balmer to serve along with Lynch as representatives from the Council. Balmer agreed. Lynch had previously volunteered. After discussion on procedure, Berlin summarized his instruction as scheduling a meeting of the committee, who will review previous studies with consultant Kimm and the Staff, and will then decide what they want to do next. Jim Hynes presented material regarding an EPA seminar. Berlin will discuss with Schmadeke & Vitosh. REVIEW OF PROSPECTUS FOR HOTEL/PARCEL 641b Site plans had been distributed. The Prospectus was in the packet. Erdahl questioned, as stated in the Introduction, if employment in the private sector had increased 5000 persons from 1976 to 1979. Bauer explained. Lynch suggested a deposit of more than $5,000. Berlin explained why it was set at that figure. Balmer noted concerns with the turn -around and exit for the parking ramp on Dubuque. Berlin stated that Zuchelli and City staff 1 141CRUILMED BY � JORM MIC R#LAB CEDAR RAPIDS • DES MONIES ' I 544-600 J r Page 2 Informal Council September 13, 1982 had a list of contacts for the Prospectus. Lynch thought the language on Page 8 might discourage use of IRB's. Neuhauser replied that prospec- tive bidders could discuss this with staff and receive a copy of our policy on IRBs. She thanked the committee for their• work. Atty. Jansen arrived, 5:10 PM. COUNCIL BUSINESS 600-650 1. Berlin asked whether or not Council had any problems with the items on the agenda regarding Housing Project IA 22-4, as not all the documents were available. There were no concerns voiced. 2. Neuhauser asked how Councilmembers wanted to correct the overpayment on their salary checks. Each person will advise Helling how they want to repay the overpayment. JOHNSON COUNTY HOME WATER MAIN 28E AGREEMENT 800-833 Neuhauser noted that staff had done a good job incorporating Council's concerns into the agreement. Boothroy advised that he would now send a copy to the County for their review. AGENDA 833-1093 1. Balmer called attention to the letter from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors requesting Council to appoint a member to the County Land and Use Preservation Commission, and suggested that because of the Mayor's background, that she be appointed. All Councilmembers agreed. 2. Neuhauser asked which Councilmembers would be attending the 7 PM, 9/29 meeting of the Convention of Mayors and Councilpersons. All but Balmer and Erdahl will be attending. 3. Berlin reminded everyone of the meeting with the Boards & Commission's Chairpersons on 3:30, 9/22 at the Highlander for the annual review. 4. Balmer asked the City Manager to investigate if the Library Board had to spend the balance of funds in the project budget, as stated in their minutes of 8/26. 5. Balmer voiced concerns with the statement made in the Human Rights Comm. minutes regarding Council interaction with civic organizations which might discriminate on the basis of sex. Helling advised that specifically the Jay Cee sponsorship of fireworks in City Park was discussed. Neuhauser stated that Council could look at the issue, but noted that there are many other important issues and hoped that the Commission was spending enough time on those. 6. Neuhauser pointed out the two recommendations made by the Human Rights Commission. One is regarding approval of asking background questions of applicants for Boards or Commission membership, which would help Council to appoint residents who represent various segments of the community. The second recommendation was regarding holding civic meet- ings in meeting rooms that are accessible. It was pointed out that if all city groups are given priority to use the Library, Recreation Center and Council Chambers, there will be scheduling problems and no use by the community. The Senior Center has meeting rooms, but the policy has been not to use them, Berlin noted. Previous efforts to make the Civic Center accessible will be reviewed and sent to Council. micRorILMID BY j DORM MICR#LAB CEDAR RAPIDS • DES M01NES i 1 � i 1 9 r Page 3 Informal Council September 13, 1982 SIDEWALK WAIVER REQUEST 1093-1300 Atty Hayek represented Shiptons, 820 Woodside Drive. The Engineering Dept. did not recommend waiver of the requirements of the previous agree- ment, but did not request the installation of the sidewalk now, either. The agreement is a lien against the property. Berlin advised that Council could have the sidewalk installed under the special assessment process. Hayek advised that his client had put $800 in escrow for sidewalk. Engr. Fanner stated that there are other lots in the area with no sidewalk and liens on them had not been released. Berlin noted that when this has come to Staff's attention previously, the owner has had to put the sidewalk in. Erdahl thought the sidewalk was needed. The item will be deferred for the City Attorney's written opinion regarding enforcement and legal implications. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1300-1718 I. Balmer suggested that there be city sidewalks along some parks, espec- ially Willow Creek. Berlin replied that there could be if Council approves the money in the budget. 2. McDonald questioned payment for the vault project on Dubuque St. Farmer replied that the owners will pay 50% of the estimate. He has about Ii of the agreements back and needs all to proceed. Design Review has reviewed the project and has resolved its concerns with types of trees and locations. 3. Lynch called attention to the need to modify the Roberts Rules of Order regarding counting of votes when Councilmember abstains. All want it to be counted a 'zero', neither an aye or a nay. The Attorney will draft a resolution. 4. Erdahl pointed out a correction to the priority for discussion of Council salaries on the pending list. He thought it would be discussed as soon as possible when all Councilmembers were planning to be present for an informal meeting. Berlin advised that it would be moved up in priority. 5. Balmer asked for a report on the progress of the committee working on negotiation of the Iowa -Illinois franchise. Perret outlined the com- mittee's work on the complicated issues so far, and explained why the franchise was not on this fall's election ballot. Special rates might be determined to be discriminatory. Atty. Jansen advised that there had been no ruling by the Iowa Commerce Commission on Dubuque's challen- ge. Berlin pointed out that there were many changes in the way the City uses gas and electricity in the last 25 years, so the committee would like to discuss a franchise for a lesser number of years. City Atty. requested Council adopt the same policy as was in effect during negoti- ations of the cable franchise, by agreeing to not permit individual negotiations, but to allow the company to pursue any issue with the Council as a whole. There was a consensus to adopt this policy formally, 6. Erdahl reported on his meeting with the Chamber of Commerce regarding the Housing Committee he had suggested. A separate task force was suggested. He will meet with Berlin before approaching the University administration on the issue. There were no objections. Berlin suggested calling R. Bezanson or C. Mahon. 7. Berlin advised Dickson that he did not yet have an answer from staff regarding her question on HACAP. 8. Neuhauser called attention to a problem in an area where gas lights are used instead of street lights. As some gas lights are not now used, residents wish to have street lights installed. Dickson advised that a petition is being circulated. IdICROEILnED BY I' DORM MIC Rti•LA 8 -� � CEDAR RAPIDS DES MOINES i f 1 J r W. -4 Page 4 Informal Council September 13, 1982 9. Neuhauser pointed out the parking policy on the south side of Rochester Ave. which allows parking west of the creek but not east. She questioned where the bicycles were supposed to be riden. Berlin will check and report. 10. Neuhauser also pointed out the problem with trucks parking at an angle in front of the commercial businesses on Kirk wood, and suggest- ed parallel parking. Staff will check. APPOINTMENTS 1718-1916 Broadband Telecommunications Commission -Consensus was to appoint Flo Beth Ehninger, 10 Oak Ridge Ave. McDonald questioned procedures regarding complaints. Helling noted that Drew Shaffer receives all complaints and does an excellent job in resolving them. Berlin noted that if a resident is dissatisfied, to call it to his attention. Board of Police Trustees/Board of Fire Trustees Neuhauser related concerns regarding the ufiqcatons needed to fill these positions. It should be someone well-informed in pension laws. Berlin added that the person should represent the best interests of the City, should understand the financial implications and legislative changes. Council agreed to readvertise. EXECUTIVE SESSION City Manager Berlin explained that there would be no executive session. UNITED WAY McDonald advised that he would be attending all the sessions. Balmer will attend the ones where the City is involved. LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES There was a short discussion on who would be atten ing the meeting in Cedar Rapids, and for which days. Those going should contact the City Manager. Meeting adjourned, 6:35 P.M. I.11CADf ILIdED BY ' 1 --JORM MICR4EILAB j CEDAR RAPIDS •DES IdDIIES ! I