HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-06-17 Council minutesINFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
May 19, 1980
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: May 19, 1980, 1:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at
the Civic Center. Mayor John Balmer presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Erdahl (1:10 PM), Lynch, Neuhauser, Perret
Helliing, Karr. Others bpresent Vfor rcertain a. fdilscussions, asembers tnotedrlin,
TAPE-RECORDED: Reel k80-14, Side 1, 2334 -End and Side 2, 1-1850.
VACATING COLLEGE STREET Boothroy present 2335-2534
Boothroy explained that the City should maintain a utility easement. The
Ordinance on the agenda could be given first and second vote for considera-
tion and that the Council could wait for the University to grant the
beforeeasements the final
currently beingreveiwedbyptheaLT
egalDept. Councilmember Lynch he forms used by the rexpressed
concern re the closure of anymore City streets.but would vote for this
Ordinance because of the agreement made before he was elected to Council.
Councilmember Roberts agreed with Lynch's statements. Mayor Balmer expressed
his concerns re the narrowing of streets.
COUNTY HOME SEWER Boothroy & Harold Donnelly present. 2534 -End
Discussion regarding legal responsibility of the City to put in sewer large Side 2
enough to serve a watershed, legal to provide written opinion. Other questions 1-83
included the impact of legal decision on sewer facility plant, de -annexing vs
vested rights, concern for Comprehensive Plan. Johnson County Supr. Donnelley
statedrger
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highway, could be considered.
AGENDA -COUNCIL BUSINESS Perret present (1:30 P.M.) 83-217
I. Councilmember Lynch requested an update on the Melrose Avenue situation.
theesidewalkd
makinthe street safe by ,Ifnecessary. Perret felt that ethe �Melrose cCommitteeashould
handle the problem. City Manager will forward staff report on alternatives
for Westside to Comm. Chairman for scheduling in the near future.
APPOINTMENTS
217-242
Council agreed to appoint Gary Sanders and Patrick Fett to the vacancies on
the Resources Conservation Commission and Dr. Daniel Hall to the Bd. of
Adjustment.
HUMAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT REORGANIZATION Zukrowski present. 242-700
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members expressed their concerns re the the director not reporting directly
to the City Manager. Jay Honohan, representing the Chamber City RelationsfomnitLee, prosented a letter nul.ing thclr approval of Cil:y Manager recoulnendations.
Balmer and Roberts supported the "coordinator" aspect as indicated by City
Manager Berlin. Lynch, Perret, Neuhauser, and Erdahl felt
the position should be a "director". Discussion included Affirmative Action;
collective bargaining/Asst. City Mqr.; salary for Position; duties of department
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members; restructuring and reclassification, a majority of Councilmembers
agreeing to upgrade the clerical staff.
UNDERGROUNDING SERVICES IN CBD
Kucharzak & Bowers present. 700-1425
Several local business people attended this session. Discussion centered around
the cost of the project, how each building was assessed, and if the City could
help defer the cost. A representative from Ia-111. explained why there would be
only one service per buildinq and not per tenant. Aqreement in writing that if
service is changed, this would not trigger complete rewiring of the building to
meet City Codes, was discussed. Kucharzak explained that the total cost of the
project would be $116,000 (which would cover one service per bldg). Consensus
was for staff to come back to Council with a way to finance all or at least a
portion of the project.
SOUTH BRANCH DAM BIDS
Plastino , Hencin present. 1425-1756
Public Works Director Plastino stated the reason for the excavation of unsuitable
material unit price being higher on Gee Grading and Excavating's bids as compared
to the other bidders. He added that Stanley Consultants and the City staff were
pleased with the apparent low bid of Gee Grading & Excavating. Other structural
materials concerning the dam were discussed.
CIVIC CENTER TELEPHONE SYSTEM Eisenhofer present. 1756-1850
City Manager Berlin stated that it appeared a tariff revision would be passed so
that the phone company would be charging for services away from this building
(line charges) and that there would be a change in the way the phone company
charges for service. Berlin stated that because of these. two items a recomnenda-
tion has been developed that would require an outlay now but in the long run we
would be saving money. Discussion of Senior Center and Library phone system.
Eisenhofer explained the initial cost of the new system would he $15,000 with
$3,000 for increased rates for the first year compared to $20,000 for the present
system with the tariff per year vs. $8,000 per year with the new system. Consensus
was to proceed with the Essx plan. I.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, to adjourn to executive session under
Sec. 28.a.6 (1c) To discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently
in litigation, where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage
the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Vevera absent. Staff present: Berlin, Helling, Ryan,
Scholten, Karr, Seydel. 3:55 P.M. Councilmember Lynch present for discussion
of the Flangan property (Grant Court) but left 4:10 P.M. when discussion of the
Gillispie property held. Tape recorded on Tape N18, Side 2, 757-1067. Moved by
Erdahl, seconded by Roberts, to adjourn, 4:20 P.M. Motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Vevera absent.
TOUR OF MODULAR FACILITIES
Councilmembers toured the modular renovation/ Service Building Complex.
Meeting adjourned 5:00 P.M.
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INFORMAL COUNCIL SESSION
JUNE 2, 1980
INFORMAL COUNCIL SESSION: June 2, 1980, at 1:30 P.M. in the Conference Room
at the Civic Center. Mayor John Balmer presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Neuhauser, Vevera, Balmer, Roberts, Perret (1:45 PM)
Erdahl (1:55 PM), Lynch (2:00 PM). Staffinembers present: Helling, Stolfus.
Others present for certain discussions as noted.
TAPE RECORDED on Reel #80-1A, Side 2, 2020 -End, and #80-16, Side 1, 1-1485.
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Boothroy & Schmeiser present. 2020 -End
Amendment to Ordinance Establishin Front Yards Amended ordinance provided.
Council requested urt er amen ment to ma a the amendment an exception
for curvilinear streets only.
Vacation of Alle for H -Vee Stares No utility easements needed, but a docu-
ment to c arify situation re Dubuque right-of-way, needed.
First & Rochester Subd. Will be scheduled for discussion on June 16th with
Glasgow present.
LSRD/Ziock Atty. Ryan & Mr. Ziock present.
Request for waiver of regulations discussed. Not under jurisdiction of Bd.
of Adjustment, and Council does not have the power to waive the regulations.
Newort Subdivison, Prel. & Final Plat Atty, Pat White present. Boothroy
note tat aI deficiencies had -Fe -en corrected and the provision of storm
water detention facilities had been deferred to the. happening of any of
three stated events. Standards used to determine deferral were discussed,
and staff directed to provide criteria used for determination on this
and previous instances, and/use this criteria for future application
reports.
Vacation of Colle a St, to Universit Boothroy noted that an amendment
stating that the vacation wou a effective on the granting of easements
by the State of Iowa should be added to the Ordinance. Bezanson has
requested all three considerations of the Ord. There were no objections.
Corrected ordinance will be provided.
AGENDA - COUNCIL TIME Reel 80-16
1. Mayor Balmer advised that Colonial Lanes hadainted over the sign, so Side 1,
P 9
Council could vote on their liquor permit. 1-232
2. Balmer also favored the request from Systems Unlimited regarding Transit.
Plastino advised that it would be o.k. in the summer time.
3. Regarding the recommendation from the Resources Conservation Conn. for
reduced bus fares for city employees, no one spoke in favor of it.
4. Roberts questioned if Item 2.g.4 was in compliance with the snow ordinance.
5. Council discussed Bonding Atty. Haynids reservations on the marketability
of the bonds for the BDI Second Addn. Improvement Proj. Williers and
Sueppel present. Staff will try to get it straightened out before Tuesday
meeting. Possible tie-in with Whiting property closing.
VACATION OF PICKARD ST. Seydel & several area residents present. 232-501
Sey a exp ained the proposal, pointed out the sewer hook-ups, and the
$8,000 cost to change both sewers. Problems with water flow on North lot.
Several photos were distributed. John Gross, 1111 Friendly, appeared
stating that the adjoining property owners would purchase the N. portion.
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There was a concensus to sell the North lot and build on the South lot
neighbors buy that lot
1980
unless
also. Seydel will talk to the owners, then submit the
vacation to P&Z, so that Council can later
set public hearing on vacation of
Pickard St. between Friendly and Highland. Perret opposed
these
two lots. public housing on
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Neuhauser and City Manager Berlin to the Committee.
Showalter present.
URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 82 lb-NorthBa Const. Co. Hayek, Downer & Bailey present
Councilmembers di not favor a third
525-775
party egal opinion. Hayek advised that
the parcel would have to be re -bid if industrial
revenue bonds were to be
used. Berlin will answer Bailey's letter, then Bailey will reply. Council
will then decide
what they want to do re that parcel.
APPOINTMENT TO COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS Councilmembers agreed on the
appointment of Roosevelt Montgomery.
COUNCIL TIME
1. All Councilmembers agreed on the suggestion regarding the reduction in 775-900
the bugeted work force for FY81 as submitted by Acting Human Relations
Dir. Dale Helling in memo of 5/30/80.
2. The Melrose Court Committee will present recommendations to Council after
their June 12th meeting. The recommendations were looked at in the
perspective that Melrose Ct. would be open.
3. Neuhauser reported that she had heard the Lincoln School Tornado siren today
GROUND TRANSPORTATION CENTER Plastino, Schmeiser, Chiat,.present.
atathenoldxLibrary areaSorfU Smash e'Emmareadfor the
the uCenter. AseCouncilons
members had several questions, Plastino recommended viewing of the slide
show, and having the consultant outline what the study would encompass.
Plastino noted that IDOT would like to see Iowa City do the study.
HIGHLANDER LIFT STATION Hayek, Ryan, Plastino, Chiat, Schmeiser present.
Mayor Ba mer asked for clarification of the Public Works Dept. recommendation.
Plastino stated that Council had made the policy decision to provide the
sewer, Public Works offered solutions. He called attention to tap -on -fees
re ACT and EJ Corp. (Howard Johnsons) sewer, 1966. Hayek requested that
Council not guarantee any special sewer capacity to anyone. Possible
litigation discussed. The item was not on the agenda, Helling noted
that this was, however, the only opportunity for Council to get Plastino's
opinion. Ryan noted that 4 acres at Westinghouse lagoon could be condemned.
900-1213
1213-1485
LEAGUE OF IOWA MUNICIPALITIES POLICY DETERMINATION There was no disagreement
or a t ons to the issues as te sn e ing s memo of 5/23/80.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Vevera to adjourn to executive
session to. iscuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in
litigation, where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage
the position of the governmental body in that litigation (Eaton Lawsuit), 5:00 PM.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 1/0, all Councilmembers present. Staff
oneReel #18, Side 2, 1067-1488ek,Moved byMErdahor Balmer secondedibynPerrTape recorded
5:10 PM. Motion carried unanimously.
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HUMAN SERVICES MEMO Taped on Exec. #18, Side 2, 1488-1550.
Found agree ,at two Councilmembers would meet on a rotating basis,
for the FY 82/1981 Human Service Agency hearings, only when requesting
bodies are requesting City funds, or jointly -shared funding with the
City.
Meeting adjourned, 5:15 PM.
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MINUTES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL-JUNE 3, 1980
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Iowa City Council, reg, mtg., 6/3/801 7:30
OU at the Civ{c Center. Mayor Balmer presiding.
Councilmembers present: Balmer, Erdahl (7:40),
Lynch (7:31) Perret, Roberts,
Neuhauser. Vevera. Absent:
Mayor Balmer added the renewal of the liquor
license for the Nickelodeon
Calendar. Moved by Vto the Consent
evera, seconded by Roberts,
that the following items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, or approved and/or
adopted as presented:
CouncilPmt9vs�
Of Official Actions, reg,
, 5/13/80 and 5/20/80, subject to
correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Human
Rights Comm.-4/28/80, 5/12/B0, 5/20/80-
Conservation
Comm.-5/7/80;
Conservation Comm,-5/6/80; I of Resources
Trustees-4/24/80; Airport Comm,- Library
Permit Resolutions, Book 61.28/80.
P. R
AND, RES 282, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUORLICENSE
PERSHELL CORP* dba COLONIAL UBOWLINGNDAYLES LANES,j
2253 Hwy 218 South. RES. 80-188, P. 284,
APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SPAYER $
CO., LTD dba THE AIRLINER, 22 5. Clinton.
RES. 80-189, p, 285, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR
LICENSE AND RES. 80-190, p, 286, LIQUOR.
PERMIT FOR BOULEVARD ROOM, LTD, dba THAT
BAR/THAT DELI, 325 E. Market, RES. 80-191, p,
287, APPROVING SUNDAY SALES FOR CROW'S NEST,
INC. dba THE CROW'S NEST, 328 E. Washington.
RES. 80-192, P. 288, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR
LICENSE FOR GROGGERIES, LTD. dba THE
NICKELODEON, 208 N, Linn Street.
Setting public hearings: RES. 80-193, p.
289, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR 6/17/80 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF C
ESTIMATE OF COSONTRACT AND
T FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
FY81 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT, DIRECTING
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING,
AND DIRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
SPECIFICATIONS
I, ETC., ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
NSPECTION. RES. 80-194, p, 290 SETTING
PUBLIC HEARING FOR 6/17/80 ON AMENDI
FY80 BUDGET ENDING 6/30/80. NG THE
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Official Actions
June 3, 1980 Motion authorizing the Public Works
Page 2 Director to sign an application for utilities
right-of-way to Iowa -Illinois Gas & Electric
for Gilbert St. and Highway 6.
RES. 80-195, Bk. 61, p. 291, ACCEPTING
ARTHUR STREET SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION.
Correspondence referred to the City
Manager for reply: Mr. & Mrs. Norman Bailey
re proposed construction of the Lucas
Building, U.R. Parcel 82.1b. Letters from Jay
Honohan on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce
City Relations Committee re reorganization of
the Human Relations Dept. and re underground
wiring in the CBD. Systems Unlimited Inc.
requesting a time extension for the use of bus
passes for the handicapped. Memo from the
Traffic Engr, re parking prohibition on Benton
Court, noted.
Applications
for
Meg Waterloo tossell bagels Plaza
ls fromUaestand �on
Saturdays from 8/30/80 through 11/29/80,
denied.
Applications for use of streets and
public grounds: Janet Driscoll to close
Spruce St. for picnic, denied. Todd Fuller
for the Dusty Water Classic Canoe Race to be
held 7/27/80, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl
and Neuhauser absent. Mayor Balmer repeated the
public hearings as set. Councilman Erdahl present,
7:40 P.M.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Perret, to defer
the public hearing to consider an amendment to
Section 8.10.23C3(b) (established yard
regulations) of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa
City, Iowa, for two weeks. Motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
ed y Pre
publicovhearingeront,6/17/80secondedtoy vacatVeverae anttalley
running east and west in Block 2 of Cook, Sargent
and Downey's Addition (Hy -Vee). Motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Erdahl, to deny
the preliminary plat of First and Rochester for
reasons set out in the staff report. Motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to
consider a request from Richard Ziock to waive the
large scale residential development regulations for
a proposed expansion of an apartment complex at 207
Myrtle Avenue. Motion failed, 0/6, Neuhauser
absent.
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Official Actions
June 3, 1980 Moved by Roberts, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. 80-196, Bk. 61
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PRELMINIARY AND FINALp -2 PLAT OF NEWPORTNG PARK
SUBDIVISION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Neuhauser absent.
City Mgr. Berlin called attention to the
amendment to the previously considered ordinance re
the vacation of College St. Moved by Perret,
seconded by Vevera, that the rule requiring that
Ordinances must be considered and voted for passage
at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is finally passed be suspended, that the
first and second consideration and vote be waived,
and that the ORDINANCE 80-2996, Bk. 17, pp. 29-30,
VACATING COLLEGE STREET BETWEEN CAPITOL AND MADISON
STREET, be voted upon for final passage at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Neuhauser absent. Moved by Perret, seconded by
Vevera, that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Neuhauser absent.
John Suchomel, 330k N. Lucas, appeared re
sidewalk washouts that have occured due to heavy
rains in the Clinton St. area. City Manager will
follow-up.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to
appoint Roosevelt Montgomery, 1110 N. Dubuque, to
the Committee on Community Needs for a two-year
term ending 7/1/82. Motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Councilmember Vevera apologized for missing
last Council meeting and said he would have voted
for City Manager's recommendation re the Human
Relations Dept. Councilmember Lynch requested a
thank you be sent the City employees who worked on
the remodeling of the Service Bldg. Councilmember
Erdahl commented on how valuable City Atty. Hayek
is to the Council.
Discussion re the recommendation of the
Resources Conservation Commission that the City
Council establish a temporary 25% reduction in bus
fares for City employees between 7/1/80 and 9/1/80.
Mayor Balmer announced that Council had decided
against the recommendation at the informal session.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. 80-197, Bk. 61, pp. 294-303, AUTHORIZING
EXECUTION OF PROPERTY ACQUISITION AGREEMENTS
(HIERONYMUS) IN SOUTH BRANCH RALSTON CREEK
STORMWATER DETENTION PROJECT (DAM). Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
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Official Actions Moved by Roberts, seconded by Perret, to adopt
June 3, 1980 RES. 80-198, Bk. 61, pp. 304-313, AWARDING CONTRACT
Page 4 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD SITE
IMPROVEMENTS -SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM (NORTHSIDE
AND HICKORY HILL NEIGHBORHOODS) TO MERLIN HAMM
CONSTRUCTION, INC., OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0/1,
Neuhauser absent, Vevera abstaining.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. 80-199, Bk. 61, pp. 314-315, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE CONSERVATION
COMMISSION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A
MARINE FUEL TAX FUND PROJECT, (Sturgis Ferry Boat
Ramp). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. 80-200, Bk. 61, pp. 316-317, AWARDING CONTRACT
AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE STURGIS
FERRY BOAT RAMP TO SULZBERGER EXCAVATING, INC. OF
MUSCATINE, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt
RES. 80-201, Bk. 61, pp. 318-319, DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIXING
TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS CONCERNING THE
WASHINGTON STREET BRIDGE DECK REPLACEMENT FOR
5/25/80 AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt
RES. 80-202, Bk. 61, pp. 320-324, ADOPTING NEW
SCHEDULE OF FEES AND WATER MAIN TAPS; WATER MAIN
INSTALLATION; AND SERVICE CHARGES FOR ROUTINE WATER
SERVICE PROCEDURES. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt
RES. 80-203, Bk. 61, pp. 325-328, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND
THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION WHEREBY A
PORTION OF HIGHWAY 218 WOULD BE TRANSFERRED FROM
STATE TO CITY JURISDICTION UPON THE CONSTRUCTION OF
THE PROPOSED ARTERIAL HIGHWAY 518. Resolution
adopted, 4/2, with the following division of vote:
Ayes: Vevera, Balmer, Lynch, Roberts. Nays:
Erdahl, Perret. Absent: Neuhauser.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Lynch, to defer
to the next Council meeting a resolution amending
the resolution of necessity for the 1979 BDI Second
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Official Actions Addition Improvement Project and approving amended
June 3, 1980 preliminary schedule, as recommended by City Atty.
Page 5 Hayek. Motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser
absent. Atty. Muller present.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Vevera, to adapt
RES. 80-204, Bk. 61, pp. 329-338, AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF $1,500,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (E.B. & A.C. WHITING
COMPANY PROJECT) SERIES 1980, WITH THE PROCEEDS
FROM THE SALE OF THE BONDS TO BE LOANED TO E.B. &
A.C. WHITING COMPANY, A VERMONT CORPORATION DULY
QUALIFIED AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THE
STATE OF IOWA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE
COST OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND
EQUIPPING AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT LOCATED
WITHIN OR NEAR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA,
CONSISTING OF THE ACQUISITION OF LAND AND THE
CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING THEREON OF A
FACILITY SUITABLE FOR USE IN THE MANUFACTURING AND
PROCESSING OF THERMOPLASTIC MONOFILAMENTS; THE
EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST TO
SECURE SAID BONDS; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A
LOAN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND E.B. & A.C.
WHITING COMPANY; THE ASSESSMENT BY THE CITY TO THE
TRUSTEE OF THE RIGHTS AND INTEREST OF THE CITY IN
AND TO SAID LOAN 'AGREEMENT: THE SALE OF SAID BONDS:
APPOINTMENT OF A TRUSTEE; AND RELATED MATTERS.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to
adjourn 8:15 P.M. Motion carried unanimously, 6/0.
A more complete description of Council
(5-c-tIvities is onf�dQHR-R—BIALMER,
the office of the City
C1 rk
MAYOR
BBI STOLFU , CITY CLERK
SUBFgT D TO PR S -CIT ZEN, 6/13/80.
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
June 3, 1980
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 6/3/80, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Balmer presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Erdahl (7:40),
Lynch (7:31), Perret, Roberts, Vevera. Absent: Neuhauser. Staffinembers
present: Berlin, Hayek, Helling, Knight, Gannon, Stolfus, Karr. Council
minutes tape-recorded on Tape 80-12, Side 2, 828-1375.
Councilmember Vevera indicated he would vote for renewal of the
liquor license for Colonial Lanes because the sign which was in violation
of the Code, had been painted over. Mayor Balmer added the renewal of the
liquor license for the Nickelodeon to the Consent Calendar. Moved by
Vevera, seconded by Roberts, that the following items and recommendations
in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved and/or adopted as
presented:
Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtgs., 5/13/80 and
5/20/80, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
tes of
s and
missins: Human Rights Cmm.-4/28/0,
5/12/80,Iu5/20/80;oRidverf ontmComm.-5/7/80; R sourcesoConservation
Comm. -5/6/80; Bd. of Library Trustees -4/24/80; Airport Comm. -
4/28/80.
Permit Resolutions, Book 61: RES. 80-186, P. 282, APPROVING
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE AND RES. 80-187, p. 283, SUNDAY SALES FOR
PERSHELL CORP. dba COLONIAL BOWLING LANES, 2253 Hwy 218 South. RES.
80-188, p. 284, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SPRYER & CO.,
LTD dba THE AIRLINER, 22 S. Clinton. RES. 80-189, p. 285, APPROVING
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE AND RES. 80-190, p. 286, DANCING PERMIT FOR
BOULEVARD ROOM, LTD. dba THAT BAR/THAT DELI, 325 E. Market. RES. 80-
191, P. 287, APPROVING SUNDAY SALES FOR CROW'S NEST, INC, dba THE
AP
CROW'S NEST, 328 E. Washington. RES. 80-192, p. 288, PROVING CLASS
C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR GROGGERIES, LTD. dba THE NICKELODEON, 208 N.
Linn Street.
Setting public hearings: RES. 80-193, p. 289, SETTING PUBLIC
HEARING FOR 6/17/80 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FY81 ASPHALT RESURFACING
PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
nTRECTING CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID SPECIFICATIONS, ETC., ON FILE
FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 80-194, P. 290, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
FOR 6/17/80 ON AMENDING THE FY80 BUDGET ENDING 6/30/80.
Motion authorizing the Public Works Director to sign an
application . for utilities right-of-way to Iowa -Illinois Gas &
Electric for Gilbert St. and Highway 6.
RES. 80-195, Bk. 61, P. 291, ACCEPTING ARTHUR STREET SANITARY
SEWER EXTENSION, constructed by Knowling Bros, in Towncrest Addn.
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Correspondence referred to the City Manager for reply: Mr. &
Mrs. Norman Bailey re proposed construction of the Lucas Building,
U.R. Parcel 82.1b. Letters from Jay Honohan on behalf of the Chamber
of Commerce City Relations Committee re reorganization of the Human
Relations Dept. and re underground wiring in the CBD. Systems
Unlimited Inc. requesting a time extension of the 9:00 a.m. to 3:00
p.m. hours to 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for the use of bus passes for the
handicapped. Memo from the Traffic Engr. re parking prohibition on
Benton Court, noted.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permit: Meg Waterloo to sell
bagels from a stand on Saturdays from 8/30/80 through 11/29/80,
denied.
Applications for use of streets and public grounds: Janet
Driscoll to close Spruce St. for picnic, denied. Todd Fuller for the
Dusty Water Classic Canoe Race to be held 7/27/80, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl and Neuhauser absent.
Mayor Balmer repeated the public hearings as set. Councilman Erdahl
present, 7:40 P.M.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Perret, to defer the public hearing to
consider an amendment to Section 8.10.23C3(b) (established yard
regulations) of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City, Iowa, for two weeks.
Motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, setting a public hearing on
6/17/80 to vacate an alley running east and west in Block 2 of Cook,
Sargent and Downey's Addition (Hy -Vee). Motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Erdahl, to deny the preliminary plat of
First and Rochester for reasons set out in the staff report. Motion
carried unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to consider a request from
Richard Ziock to waive the large scale residential development
regulations for a proposed expansion of an apartment complex at 207 Myrtle
Avenue. Motion failed, 0/6, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 80-196, Bk. 61,
pp. 292-293, APPROVING THE PRELMINIARY AND FINAL PLAT OF NEWPORT PARK
SUBDIVISION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser
absent.
City Mgr. Berlin called attention to the amendment to the previously
considered ordinance re the vacation of College St. Moved by Perret,
seconded by Vevera, that the rule requiring that Ordinances must be
considered and voted for passage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is finally passed be suspended, that the first and
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second consideration and vote be waived, and that the ORDINANCE 80-2996,
Bk. 17, pp. 29-30, VACATING COLLEGE STREET BETWEEN CAPITOL AND MADISON
STREET, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent. Councilmember Lynch stated he
was voting for this ordinance because of an agreement made by an earlier
Council. Councilmember Roberts concurred and added he was opposed to the
closing of more streets. Councilmember Perret stated hewas voting for
the ordinance because of the written and oral assurances by the University
to improve the westside traffic problem. Moved by Perret, seconded by
Vevera, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
John Suchomel, 330k N. Lucas, appeared re sidewalk washouts that have
occured due to heavy rains in the Clinton St. area. City Manager will
check on the situation and do follow-up.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to appoint Roosevelt
Montgomery, 1110 N. Dubuque, to the Committee on Community Needs for a
two-year term ending 7/1/82. Motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Neuhauser
absent.
Councilmember Vevera apologized for missing last Council meeting and
said he would have voted for City Manager's recommendation re the Human
Relations Dept. Councilmember Lynch requested a thank you be sent the
City employees who worked on the remodeling of the Service Bldg. Mayor
Balmer questioned the action to be taken re the memo from the Library Bd.
re additional contract money from North Liberty. City Manager stated that
the matter would come back to the Council in the form of a budget
amendment later. Balmer called attention to the agreement for Jaycees
carnival in Penney's parking lot. City Manager Berlin stated that the lot
would be available to the Carnival for that one week period, and that
certain problems re the fire lanes and extra insurance needed to be worked
out. Balmer pointed out that the elevators in the new parking ramp were
not operating. City Manager will check on the status and report back.
Councilmember Erdahl commented on how valuable City Atty. Hayek is to the
Council. Councilmember Lynch pointed out problem with left -turn arrow at
Burlington/Capitol.
Discussion re the recommendation of the Resources Conservation
Commission that the City Council establish a temporary 25% reduction in
bus fares for City employees between 7/1/80 and 9/1/80. Mayor Balmer
announced that Council had decided against the recommendation at the
informal session.
Moved Pp. 294-303, seconded
AUTHORIZING EXECUT ON OFePROPERTY ACQUISITION 9AGREEMENTS
(HIERONYMUS) IN SOUTH BRANCH RALSTON CREEK STORMWATER DETENTION PROJECT
(DAM). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 80-198, Bk. 61,
pp. 304-313, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
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CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS -
SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM (NORTHSIDE AND HICKORY HILL NEIGHBORHOODS) TO
MERLIN HAMM CONSTRUCTION, INC., OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 5/0/1, Neuhauser absent, Vevera abstaining.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 80-199, Bk. 61,
pp. 314-315, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE CONSERVATION COMMISSION FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A MARINE FUEL TAX FUND PROJECT, (Sturgis
Ferry Boat Ramp). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser
absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 80-200, Bk. 61,
pp. 316-317, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE STURGIS FERRY BOAT
RAMP TO SULZBERGER EXCAVATING, INC. OF MUSCATINE, IOWA. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt RES. 80-201, Bk. 61,
pp. 318-319, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND
FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS CONCERNING THE WASHINGTON STREET
! BRIDGE DECK REPLACEMENT FOR 5/25/80 AT 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt RES. 80-202, Bk. 61,
pp. 320-324, ADOPTING NEW SCHEDULE OF FEES AND WATER MAIN TAPS; WATER MAIN
INSTALLATION; AND SERVICE CHARGES FOR ROUTINE WATER SERVICE PROCEDURES.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt RES. 80-203, Bk. 61,
pp. 325-328, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION WHEREBY A PORTION OF HIGHWAY 218 WOULD BE TRANSFERRED FROM
STATE TO CITY JURISDICTION UPON THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PROPOSED ARTERIAL
HIGHWAY 518. Resolution adopted, 4/2, with the following division of
vote: Ayes: Vevera, Balmer, Lynch, Roberts. Nays: Erdahl, Perret.
Absent: Neuhauser. City Atty. Hayek reported that the $90,000 had been
received from the Westside Co. and forwarded to IDOT.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Lynch, to defer to the next Council
meeting a resolution amending the resolution of necessity for the 1979 BDI
Second Addition Improvement Project and approving amended preliminary
schedule, as recommended by City Atty. Hayek. Motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Neuhauser absent. Atty. Muller present.
Moved by Roberts, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 80-204, Bk. 61,
pp. 329-338, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $1,500,000 IN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS (E. B. & A. C. WHITING COMPANY PROJECT) SERIES 1980, WITH THE
PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF THE BONDS TO BE LOANED TO E. B. & A. C. WHITING
COMPANY, A VERMONT CORPORATION DULY QUALIFIED AND AUTHORIZED TO DO
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BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF IOWA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF
ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING AN INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN OR NEAR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
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CONSISTING OF THE ACQUISITION OF LAND AND THE CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND
EQUIPPING THEREON OF A FACILITY SUITABLE FOR USE IN THE MANUFACTURING AND
PROCESSING OF THERMOPLASTIC MONOFILAMENTS. THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF
AN INDENTURE OF TRUST TO SECURE SAID BONDS; THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF
A LOAN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND E.B. & A. C. WHITING COMPANY; THE
ASSESSMENT BY THE CITY TO THE TRUSTEE OF THE RIGHTS AND INTEREST OF THE
CITY IN AND TO SAID LOAN AGREEMENT: THE SALE OF SAID BONDS: APPOINTMENT OF
A TRUSTEE; AND RELATED MATTERS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Neuhauser absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adjourn 8:15 P.M. Motion
carried unanimously, 6/0.
JOHN R. BALMER, tfAYOR
ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK
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Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 6/17/80, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Balmer presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, Erdahl (7:50),
Lynch, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts, Vevera. Absent: None. Staffinembers
present: Berlin, Helling, Jones, Farmer, Meisel, Stolfus, Karr. Council
minutes tape-recorded on Tape 80-12, Side 2, 1375-2240.
Mayor Balmer added consideration of a liquor license for the Bread Line
to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Vevera, seconded by Perret, that the
following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or
approved and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtg., 6/3/80, subject to
correction, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Board and Commissions: Design Review Comm. -5/22/80;
Planning & Zoning Comm. -5/1/80 and 6/5/80; Committee on Community Needs -
6/4/80; Riverfront Comm. -6/4/80; Broadband Telecommunications Comm. -
5/13/80; Resources Conservation Comm. -5/20/80; Human Rights Comm. -
5/16/80; Housing Comm. -5/16/80 and 6/4/80; Parks & Rec.-5/14/80; Bd. of
Library Trustees -5/22/80 and 6/5/80.
Permit Resolutions, Book 61: RES. 80-205, p. 339, APPROVING CLASS C
LIQUOR LICENSE AND RES. 80-206, p. 340, DANCING PERMIT FOR IOWA CITY
AERIE #695 OF THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES, 225 Hw. 1 SW, Box 507. RES.
80-207, p. 341, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR ROY L. CHOPEK POST
#17 dba AMERICAN LEGION, 3016 American Legion Rd. RES. 80-208, p, 342,
APPROVING CLASS C BEER PERMIT AND RES. 80-209, p. 343, SUNDAY SALES FOR
WALGREEN CO. dba WALGREEN'S, 1646 Sycamore. RES. 80-210, p. 344,
APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE AND RES. 80-211, p. 345, DANCING PERMIT
FOR EECH, INC. dba GABE 'N' WALKERS, 330 E. Washington. RES. 80-212, p.
346, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE AND RES. 80-213, p. 347, SUNDAY
SALES FOR KEITH W. DEMPSTER dba THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E. Burlington.
RES. 80-214, p. 348, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR DAVID L.
ALBERHASKY dba DAVE'S FOXHEAD TAVERN, 402 E. Market. RES. 80-215, p.
349, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR COPPER DOLLAR OF IOWA CITY,
INC, dba COPPER DOLLAR AND THE LOFT, 211 Iowa Avenue. RES. 80-216, p.
350, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR BREADBASKET CORP. dba BREAD
LINE, 325 E. Washington St. RES. 80-217 p. 351, APPROVING CLASS 8 LIQUOR
LICENSE AND RES. 80-218, p, 352, SUNDAY SALES FOR HOWARD JOHNSON COMPANY
AND MCLEAN ENTERPRISES, INC. dba Howard Johnson's Restaurant & Motor
Lodge, North Dodge Street. RES. 80-219, p. 353, APPROVING REFUNDING A
PORTION OF A BEER PERMIT. RES. 80-220, p, 354, ISSUING CIGARETTE
PERMITS. RES. 80-221, p. 355, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE TO
LAWRENCE A. MCNERTNEY dba Sycamore Eating & Drinking Co., Mall Shopping
Center.
Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $2,200,835.25 for
the period of 4/1/80 through 4/30/80, as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit.
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RES. 80-222, Bk. 61, p. 356, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON 7/1/80 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE LOWER CITY PARK BIKE TRAIL-FY81.
Correspondence referred to the City Mgr. for reply: Wm. L. Meardon,
attorney for a client who was charged with making an improper left turn
from Benton Street to Clinton Street. E. Norman Bailey, requesting
rescission of an urban renewal contract between the City and North Bay
Construction, Inc., for the development of Parcel 82-1b.
Applications for use of Streets and Public Grounds: Cindy Parsons,
for use of Blackhawk Minipark to distribute information on the ERA and to
encourage registration of voters on 7/3, approved. Iowa City Jaycees, to
locate a carnival on the Penney's Municipal Parking Lot 6/8 through 6/15,
approved.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Station KXIC, to park a
car filled with golf balls on the Plaza on 6/11 through 6/14 as a
promotion for the Amana Golf Tournament, approved.
jAffirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Mayor Balmer
repeated the public hearing as set.
A public hearing was held to consider vacating an alley running east and
west in Block 2 of Cook, Sargent, Downey's Addition (west of Gilbert Street
and south of Kirkwood for Hy -Vee Stores). No one appeared.
Public hearing was continued from June 3, to consider an amendment to
Section 8.10.23C3(b) of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City, Iowa
(established yard regulations). No one appeared. Moved by Neuhauser,
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 finally passed be suspended, that the second consideration and vote be
waived, and that the ORDINANCE 80-2997, Bk. 17, pp. 31-32, AMENDING SECTION
8.10.23C3(b) of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City, Iowa (established yard
regulations), be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by
Perret, that the above ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent.
Recommendation of the Planning & Zoning Commission to approve the
preliminary and final plat of the resubdivision of Braverman Center Part 1 and
2, noted.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to set a public hearing for
7/15/80 to consider amending Sections 8.10.3A.8, .47 and 8.10.8.1E, and adding
Sections 8.10.3A.64C and 8.10.8.4 to Appendix A of the Code of Ordinances
1 (i.e., providing a definition of rooming house and regulating its permitted
use). Motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Erdahl absent.
Jim Hall, Chairperson of the Ralston Creek Committee, appeared and
thanked Council and everyone involved for their support in trying to correct
the Ralston Creek problem. Mayor Balmer thanked Mr. Hall for his
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contribution. Richard Blum, President of the Iowa City Aviation Assn.,
appeared re the need for funding for additional traffic control officers for
their July 4th fireworks at the Airport. Council agreed to fund for necessary
police assistance for this year only, requesting that the Jaycees plan for
this expenditure in future budgets. Councilmember Erdahl arrived, 7:50 P.M.
John Suchomel, 330h N. Lucas, appeared re the carnival.
A public hearing was held on amending the fiscal year 1980 budget ending
June 30, 1980. No one appeared. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, to
adopt RES. 80-223, Bk. 61, pp. 357-359, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1980 BUDGET
ENDING JUNE 30, 1980. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0.
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A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimate for the FY81 Asphalt Resurfacing Project. No one appeared. Moved by
secondedNeuhauser, to
APPROVING PLANS, SP CIFICATIONS, FORM dOFtCONTRACT, AND STIMATE FOR THE FY81
ASPHALTIC RESURFACING PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE BIDS TO BE RECEIVED 7/8/80 AT
I 10:00 A.M. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Mayor Balmer announced the following vacancies on Boards and
Commissions: one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 12/31/82 on Bd. of
Appeals; one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 4/15/83 on Mayor's Youth
Employment Bd. These appointments will be made at the 7/29/80 meeting of the
City Council.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Vevera, to confirm the recommendations of
Johnson County Bd. of Supervisors for appointments to Mayor's Youth Employment
Bd. of Margaret McElroy, P. 0. Box 333, Hills, and Royal Benjamin, 720 -8th
Ave.,'Coralville. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to appoint Margaret Clover, 3042
Muscatine Avenue, to the Senior Center Commission for an unexpired term ending
12/31/81. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Vevera, to appoint Loren Horton, 515 E.
Jefferson, to the Planning and Zoning Commission for an unexpired term ending
5/1/82. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, that the Council formally convey
to the Jaycees their decision not to have the carnival in the downtown area
next year, not to close streets for such events,
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Motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Cou�nc{7mem ers present.almer
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stated that the Council would work with the Jaycees to seek an alternate esite.
Mayor Balmer informed the Council that he had called IDOT re the timetable for
FWY started this yar but the
startingandates for dconstructi ncgwouldibe w1986.ouldbeC unci memberse expressed
1, concern re City projects (Highway 1/Riverside and Benton/Riverside
intersections) that would be affected if construction were delayed until 1986.
City Atty. Hayek pointed out that the agreement with West Side Co. had a five
year limit. Perret questioned the schedule for improvements to the
` Byington/Grand intersection and requested hiring an Engineer to provide staff
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assistance on the project. The project will be discussed further at the
informal Council meeting of the 30th.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 80-225, Bk. 61, pp.
362-363, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR THE MUTUAL RESCISSION OF AN URBAN RENEWAL CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND NORTH BAY CONSTRUCTION, INC. (URBAN RENEWAL
PARCEL 82-1b). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Roberts, to adopt RES. 80-226, Bk. 61, pp.
364-369, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH BRUCE R. AND FLORENCE E. GLASGOW OF IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR CITY
PAYMENT OF FIFTY (50) PERCENT OF THE COST OF THE ENGINEERING DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE NORTH DODGE STREET COURT SEWER. Resolution adopted, 6/1,
Perret voting "no".
! Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 80-227, Bk. 61, p.
370, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS - CURB RAMP AND
I SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM (HIGHLAND NEIGHBORHOOD) TO WOLF CONSTRUCTION, INC. OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
I Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. 80-228, Bk. 61, pp.
AGREEMENTS
WHEREBY AUTHORIZING
O HE CITY NWILL E ACQUIRE CERTAIN THEMAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY
TENANCY TRIGHTS ST(HIERONYMUS
PROPERTY) HELD BY RAY LACINA IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOUTH BRANCH RALSTON CREEK
STORMWATER DETENTION PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0/1,
Lynch abstaining.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 80-229, Bk. 61, pp.
377-401, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE URBAN
MASS TRANSPORTATION CAPITAL GRANT CONTRACT, PROJECT NO. IA -03-0032.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 80-230, Bk. 61, pp.
402-412, AMENDING THE RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR THE 1979 BDI SECOND ADDITION
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AND APPROVING AMENDED PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Mayor Balmer announced the change in title of item 19 on the agenda and
the consideration of an amended resolution. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by
Vevera, to adopt RES. 80-231, Bk. 61, pp. 413-414, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT, INC. (BDI), PROVIDING FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT TO BDI OF ANY EKCEss
FUNDS RECEIVED BY THE CITY FROM THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LEVY FOR THE 1979 BDI
SECOND ADDITION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, to defer a resolution
authorizing the mayor to sign a lease with Johnson County Agricultural
Association for rental of storage space for equipment at the Johnson County
Fairgrounds, for additional information. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
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Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret, to defer until the next meeting a
resolution approving Capital Improvements Program for the City of Iowa City,
Iowa, for the fiscal years 1981 through 1985. Motion carried unanimously,
7/0.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 80-232, Bk. 61, p.
415, ENGAGING MCGLADREY-HENDRICKSON & CO. AS AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING JUNE 31,
1980. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 80-233, Bk. 61, pp.
416-418, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A
CONTRACT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Senior Center Coordinator
Meisel present for discussion.
Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 80-234, Bk. 61, pp.
419-433, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 1980 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1981. Individual
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA CITY POLICE PATROLMEN'S
ASSOCIATION,
Councilmembers expressed concerns regarding the agreement. Resolution
adopted, 6/1, Vevera voting "no".
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret, to adjourn the meeting 8:30 P.M.
Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
JOHN R. BALMER, MA R
ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY C RK \
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JUNE 16, 1980
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: June 16, 1980, 1:30 P.M. in the Conference Room at
the Civic Center. Mayor John Balmer presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Neuhauser, Roberts, Lynch, Vevera, Erdahl (1:35 Ph1)
Perret (1:40 PM). Absent: None. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling.
Others present for certain discussions, as noted.
TAPE-RECORDED on Reel 80-16, Side 1, 1385 -End, & Side 2, 1-1398.
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Boothroy, Schmeiser present 1385-1470
Vacatinq of alley for Hy -Vee Appraisal for land lying to the west will be
available by end of June.
Amendment to Ord. -Yard Re ulations Has been amended as Council directed.
There were no questions.
Resubd.of Braverman Center Parts 1 & 2 Boothroy presented 2 letters of in-
ormation from Gannon re storm water detention requirement and Boyrum St.
paving width. Councilman Erdahl present, 1:35 PM.
City Manager Berlin explained that some of the property owners were not favor-
able to sign off needed for. Taylor/Broadway project, and that project was not
a part of this plan. The question was, should the paving be 36' or 45'.on Boyrum.
Councilman Perret arrived, 1:40 PM. Future development should control need.
Boothroy drew a map of the areas affected. The traffic engineer had said that
36' would work for now. The right-of-way would not change. The general
consensus of Council was for 36' paving with no parking lane.
Amendment to Housing Code re rooming houses. Kucharzak present.
These amendments would make the Housing Code be consistent with the Zoning Ord.
Several applications have been postponed for a year. Kucharzak & Schmeiser
will present a comparison of the changes contemplated.
AGENDA AND COUNCIL BUSINESS 1470 -End
1. City Mgr. Berlin advised that re the Capital Improvements Plan, the Melrose
Ave. Project would be constructed in Spring of FY'81 not FY'82 (Byington-
Grand Ave. Improvements.) In March Council received a detailed memo from
Plastino regarding the construction schedule. Due to number of projects and
workload in Public Works, to move construction up, it would probably have
to be contracted out. Different opinions regarding the direction to staff
were discussed. The Melrose Task Force has requested considerable information
from Public Works. Kucharzak requested that he and Brachtel meet with the
Task Force and then bring recommendations to Council. Berlin will schedule
discussion on this matter for June 30th informal meeting. \
2. Berlin noted that Norman Bailey was present. There were no questions re-
garding his letter. Council consensus was to add the possibility of using
industrial revenue bonds for rebidding the Block 82-1b. Staff
to present a time schedule for the rebid.
3. Asst. Atty. Scholten called attention to the amendment to the Res. of Necessity
for BDI Second Addn. Impr. Project, on Page 3, stating that all issues have
been resolved. The bond counsel has said that this procedure is not unusual.
4. Balmer called attention to the Housing Comm. minutes of June 4, 1980. Kucharzak
explained that they are not training firefighters for housing inspection, as
they are awaiting the outcome of the Housing Task Force study on the new
Housing Code. Bailey reported on difficulties the committee is having.
5. Berlin advised that he needed one person for the Task Force to study the
budget process
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6.
Council discussed the Res. Approving the Capital Imorovements Proqram,
asking that it be made clear that aooroval of the Program now did not
mean that it could not be changed later. Councilmembers disagreed with
inclusion of some of the projects. Later in the meeting Berlin advised
that the corrected CIP had not been submitted to Council, so the item
was deleted from the 6/17 agenda. Helling suggested that the goal -setting
session be scheduled & will work out a day when everyone can be present.
7.
Balmer noted his approval of action taken by Helling regarding the Lincoln
School tornado siren. All other Councilmembers agreed.
8.
Neuhauser reported on bills passed at the recent legislative session in-
cluding the Soil Conservation Bill, the Ambulance Tax, Historical Preserva-
tion Dist., Wine, Young Farmers Loan Program. Concerns should be reported
to the legislators.
9.
Council discussed the adoption of the Resolution on the police contract
Side 2
as mandated by State law to adopt binding arbitration. Berlin thought that
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it was valuable to make Council's position clear.
10.
Berlin explained Lacina's rights to the farm land, he was committed finan-
cially. (Hieronymus/South Branch Detention Dam)
11.
A.majority of Councilmembers were opposed to Park & Rec. Commission's sugges-
tion for a bus to West Overlook at Coralville Dam.
12.
Councilmembers agreed on appointment of Margaret Clover to the Senior Center
Comm. and a majority agreed on appointment of Loren Horton to the Planning
& Zoning Comm.
EVALUATION OF CITY MANAGER 137-562
City Manager Berlin an Asst. City Manager Helling left the room for the first
part of the evaluation. Lynch disagreed with the procedure for evaluation.
Neuhauser thought there was a weakness in the personnel function, but enjoyed (Berlin's)
his openness & said he was a true professional. Balmer stated that he had an
excellent working relationship with Berlin as did the University, Schools and
business community. He is someone they can talk to. Erdahl said that Berlin
had an excellent relationship with Councilmembers also, that administrative
efficiency was his big plus. Erdahl noted his concerns regarding the budget
process, as did Ferret. Roberts thought he was doing a tremendous job, including
the affirmative action program. Vevera, who has worked under four other city
managers, stated that Berlin was the best one so far, & also had concerns re-
garding the budget process. Lynch thought Berlin was an '11' on a scale of 1
to 10, was extremely impressive, got incredible amounts of work accomplished,
in a difficult town to be a city manager in. Erdahl stated that Berlin did not
usurp the Council's authority.
Berlin and Helling then returned and Mayor Balmer related the above statements
to them. Berlin agreed that the new budget process tried did not work, and
a different procedure is being worked out. Collective bargaining and
affirmative action policies will be reviewed with Council in the near future.
Vacancies in departments were noted.
G. 0. BOND ISSUE -1980 Vitosh present 780-800
Berlin called attention to the schedule and figures in the memo sent out in the
Packet. There were no questions.
COUNCIL BUSINESS 800-910
1.. Neuhauser called attention to a step from the Parking Ramp that doesn't
meet the sidewalk properly. Staff will check.
2. Roberts questioned if the lights in the Ramp would be burning 24 hrs a day.
Berlin stated that there would be a clock control.
3. Perret caller ention to children playing in the fountain, and asked what
liability rr I provided by the City.
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METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Mayor Mike Kattchee and touncilman Bob Dvorsky were present to discuss several
issues. Councilmembers had a short discussion re human services planning
prior to the meeting with Coralville representatives, also discussion on 562-780
staff hiring process. The articles of agreement are being drafted. Kattchee 910-1398
noted that their Council is in general agreement with the direction being taken
at this time, but some feel that the large -town policy makers will have control.
Iowa City Council pointed out that this is the most economical way to do planning
j needed. Make-up of the Board was discussed, Coralville Council will be discuss-
ing this at their next meeting. Council's discussed whether the multi -county
assessment should be based on population or paid for by the County.
Vattchee stated that they had no Human Services Planning, and had no intention
to getting into planning, as they participate in assisting the Human Services
agencies. Balmer questioned if the Coralville Council would favor addition of
a hotel -motel tax referendum on the ballot this fall. Kattchee advised that
the motel folks were actively trying to prevent the consideration of the tax.
Neuhauser pointed out that some funds are used to promote tourism. Kattchee
advised that they would discuss this question in July, and would have definite
word for Iowa City by the end of July. Berlin answered the:questions regarding
solid waste disposal and called attention to future plans of University for
converting solid waste into power. Kattchee noted several areas where the
cities cooperate in providing services to their citizens.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Balmer presiding, 4:50 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center.
Tape-recorded on Reel N18, Side 2, 1550-2079. Moved by Vevera, seconded by
Roberts to adjourn to executive session under Sec. 28A.5.1(c) to discuss strategy
with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is
imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the
position of the governmental body in that litigation and under 28A.5.1(j) to
discuss purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure
could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would
have to pay for that property. Roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
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members present. Staff present: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Scholten, Ryan, Seydel.
Council discussed the Police Collective Bargaining. Councilman Lynch left the
meeting, 5:15 PM, as he had a conflict of interest in the next issue discussed,
which was purchase of property/public housing. Moved by Perret, seconded by
Roberts to adjourn, 5:20 PM. Motion carried 6/0, Lynch absent.
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