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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-06-29 Bd Comm minutesMINUTES IOWA CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JUNE 17, 1976 -- 7:30 P.M. CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Ogcsen, Jakobsen, Vetter, Blum, Kammermeyor MEMBERS ABSENT: Cain, Hines STAFF PRESENT: Schmeiser, Osborn, Child RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL: I. Not to vacate the cast -west alley (new St. John's Alley) between Prairie du Chien Road and St. Clements Street, north of North Dodge Street (V-7601). 2. To approve S-7615, Village Green, Part 9, preliminary, located west of a southern extension of Village Road and south of Village Green, Part 2, subject to correction of the following minor discrepancies: (1) the plat should be drawn to the scale of 1" = 1001; (2) a variance be granted to allow 60' right-of-way width and 281 paving width on Village Road; and (3) to recommend that the City Engineer grant a variance so that the location of the sidewalk would be 4' from the property line instead of 1'. REQUESTS TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE: That the Legal Staff provide assistance regarding one -lot subdivisions. LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION -COUNCIL DISPOSITION: 1. 72-04. Board of Adjustment Appeal Amendments. 2. P-7317. Creation of a University Zone (U). 3. P-7410. Creation of a Mobile Home Residence Zone (RMH). 4. P-7403. Revision of M1 and M2 Zones. SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN: Chairman Ogesen called the meeting to order and asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the Pf,Z Commission meetings held on May 20 and June 3, 1976. A motion was made by Blum, seconded by Vetter, to approve as written the minutes of the. May 20 P$Z.Commission meeting. The motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Kammermeyer, seconded by Vetter, to approve as written the minutes of the June 3 PF,Z Commission meeting. The motion carried unanimously. P -2- 0 Z-7604. Reconsideration of an application submitted by Home Town Dairies to rezone the north 84 feet of Lot 14, St. Matthias Second Addition located east of Prairie du Chien Road, west of St. Clements Street and north of North Dodge Street, from an R2 Zone to a CII Zone. Date filed: 3/1/76. 45 -day limitation: waived. Chairman Ogesen explained that the rezoning request had been withdrawn by the applicant and, therefore, no consideration would be given to rezoning the subject area. V-7601. Vacation of east -west alley (new St. John's Alley) between Prairie du Chien Road and St. Clements Street, north of North Dodge Street. Date filed: 3/1/76. The following people spoke against the proposed vacation: 1. Attorney Glenn Muller speaking for Wilfred Yeggy, 1232 St. Clements; 2. Peter Ilarstad, 9 Caroline Court; 3. Jim Shaw, 535 S. Johnson; 4. Attorney Robert C. Gross, Cedar Rapids, speaking for Herbert Davis, 707 Kimball Avenue; S. Ilea Davis, 707 Kimball Avenue; 6. Robert Wessel, 11 Buena Drive; and 7. La Vern Shay, R. R. 2. Following arc some of the reasons given for objecting to the proposed vacation: 1. Approval of the vacation request would be de facto rezoning and would have the effect of granting property to the adjacent property owners; 2. ]tome Town Dairies is not only a creamery but also a bottling plant. Bottling plants are allowed in a C2 Zone but not in a CH 'Zone. 3. Vacating the subject property would be inconsistent with recommendations made in the 1968 North Side Study. Based on suggestions and recommendations in the North Side Study, Home Town Dairies would be considered an undesirable use for the following reasons: (1) the area should be primarily used for residential housing, (2) expansion of -existing` facilities should be based on needs of the area, and (3) neither a transitional zone nor a buffer exists between Home Town Dairies and adjacent residential uses. 4. Trees will not adequately buffer semi -truck noise. 5. Expansion of the dairy is environmentally unsound and is inconsistent and incompatible with surrounding residential property. 6. The present operation of the dairy produces several negative side effects on adjoining property, such as: noise, dust, traffic and visual problems. Enlargement of the facility would intensify these problems. -3- 7. Perhaps there is some "hidden pressure" to vacate the subject property even though indications are that most of the residents are opposed to the vacation. 8. The views of the residents are disregarded and decisions are "cut and dried". Approval of the vacation request would mean "government of, by and for Home Town Dairies". 9. Home Town Dairies has made no attempt to explain their intentions to the residents of the area. Jim Shaw, 535 S. Johnson, submitted petitions bearing the names of approxi- mately 57 people who object to the vacation of the cast -west alley (new St. John's Alley) between Prairie du Chien Road and St. Clements Street. Copies of the petitions are on file in the Department of Community Develop- ment. Letters of objection were received from Edwin L. Kringel, 1103 Prairie du Chien Road, and Dolores A. Rogers, 717 Brown Street." Commissioners Blum and Ogesen pointed out that Home Town Dairies is presently operating in conformance with the City's Zoning Ordinance. The present ordinance, adopted by City Council in 1962, requires that all new construction since 1962 must comply with City regulations; however, the ordinance is'not retroactive and does not require compliance for structures existingibefore 1962. Commissioners also pointed out that at the present time the City does not have a Noise Ordinance. Commissioner Jakobsen explained that if the residents desire, they may appeal the P$Z Commission's recommendation to the City Council and/or the courts. She explained that a petition signed by twenty percent of the adjacent property owners within 200' of the subject property will not force'the City Council into an extra -majority vote to pass the vacation. This is true for rezoning matters, she said. Chairman Ogesen stated that the Commission is unaware of any pressure to vacate the subject property. . A motion was made by Blum, seconded by Jakobsen, to recommend to the City Council approval of V-7601, vacation of east -west alley (new St. John's Alley) between Prairie du Chien Road and St. Clements Street, north of North Dodge Street. Commissioner Blum stated that the proposed request was an attempt to mitigate a bad situation. He stated that the proposed request would essentially' eliminate truck traffic on Prairie du Chien Road and provide a buffer along the northern edge of the subject property. It wouldbe possible, he said, that this screen would also extend southward along Prairie du Chien `Road. He stated that the buffer_would screen the dairy from"residential view and would block some of the noise. Commissioner Blum pointed out that itis not the responsibility of the residents of the area to question Home Town Dairies about their plans, however, he moved that the P$Z Commission table consideration of V-7601 until the next P$Z Commission meeting to allow people an opportunity to review the plan as submitted. The'motion died for lack of a second. se Commissioner Kammermeyer stated that he supported the spirit -of rthe ,Commission in trying to ameliorate a bad situation but, in view of the,negative,comments made by residents in the area, he was not sure the intentions of the Commission (i.e., reducing truck traffic on Prairie.du Chien Road, providing screening to block some of the negative effects of the dairy, etc.) would be accomplished. Commissioner Jakobsen pointed out that P$Z Commission meetings are open to the public and people are invited to express their opinions. Commissioners spend a considerable amount of voluntary time on P$Z Commission matters and attempt to make sound and reasonable recommendations to the.City Council, she said. Considerable time has been spent by the Commission on the Home Town Dairies request and she expressed displeasure with the statement that decisions are "cut and dried". Commissioner Blum stated that even though he felt it was a mistake, he.would vote against the motion because of citizen response to the proposed request. Commissioner Vetter stated that it is always difficult to correct. an.exising situation and noted that the dairy has existed in its present location for many years. Many of the homes in the area were built after the dairy, was established, she said. She noted that Home Town Dairies will be.able,to expand their operation regardless of whether or,not the alley is vacated. Commissioner Vetter indicated that she would vote against the motion but warned the residents of the area that they may someday regret the decision. The motion to vacate the east -west alley (new St. John's Alley).between, Prairie du Chien Road and St. Clements Street, north of North Dodge Street, failed by a 0-5 vote. 5-7614. Village Green, Part 6. Revised preliminary plat, and Planned Area Development, located east of Village Green Boulevard and south of American Legion Road. Submitted by Iowa City Development Co., Edward.W.;Lucas, Attorney. Date filed: 5/27/76. 45 -day limitation: 7/11/76.. Mr. Tom Cilek, attorney representing the Village Green Homeowners Association, expressed opposition to the subject request and stated that the barn (proposed to be converted to a five-plex) doesnotfit in with the characteristics of surrounding development. Mr. Cilek stated that the., subject request would seem an inappropriate:application of the PAD Ordinance. It would seem unreasonable, he said, to have., one multi -family structure located in an area zoned single family residential. This would constitute spot zoning, he said. Mr. Cilek indicated that.proper.standards for Planned Area Developments have not been established.. The following people spoke in opposition to the subject request: 1. Allen Wildebour, 1008 Village Green Blvd.; 2. David Cahill, 1005 Village Green Blvd.; 3. Wm. D. Stoddard, II, 1020 Village Green Blvd.; and 4. Paul Loeffelholz, loll Village Green Blvd. 0 -s- Following are some of the reasons given for objecting to the proposal: I. The existing barn is too domineering and clashes with existing development. 2. A sales brochure printed by the Iowa City Development Company and distributed by local realtors included a plot plan of the subject area. The subject area was plotted into single family residential lots. 3. The potential financial benefits for the developer cannot be compared to the loss of aesthetic value. 4. It is inconsistent for a developer to call his development "aesthetically pleasing" and then indicate ways in which the development can be screened. 5. The barn is so domineering and so high, it will destroy the privacy of the surrounding homes. 6. Because the barn is so high, it would be impossible to adequately screen it from other residences. 7. People in the area were informed that the barn would be removed or demolished. At the present time there are rats in the barn and many, children play there. Complaints have not been made because many, people in the area would like to see the area developed,exclusively as single family residential. Mr. Dick McCreedy, developer, stated that he and George Nagle were responsible for the proposed plan. He explained that the barn is in good condition and an attempt is being made to apply innovative techniques so the:barn may serve a useful purpose. He indicated that an attempt would be made to screen the barn with trees and to lessen the appearance of height. George Nagle stated the developers would be taking the "risk",with the. proposed development and noted that four single family lots would abutthe barn. As it presently exists, only one single family lot in Village Green abuts the barn. Mr. Nagle said he gave no assurances that the barn would be removed or town down. It seems a unique opportunity to take.an old - structure and recycle it into something new and different, he,said.' A motion was made by Jakobsen, seconded by,Kammermeyer, to recommend to the City Council approval of S-7614, Village Green,: Part,,6, revised preliminary plan and PAD. Mr. Tony Osborn, Associate Planner, pointed out that some deficiencies which were noted in the June 17 Staff Report had not been corrected. A motion was made by Blum, seconded by Jakobsen, to recommend that.consider- ation of S-7614, Village Green, Part 6, revised preliminary plan and PAD, be tabled until the next PEZ Commission meeting, July 1. The ,rationale .. for tabling consideration of S-7614 was based on (1) not all Commissioners 0 0 -6- have had an opportunity to see the sketches of the proposed condominium unit, and (2) some discrepancies remain to be corrected. The motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Vetter suggested the possibility of using the barn for a community center. S-7610. Fountain Subdivision - Riverdale Addition. Preliminary plat of a 60+ acre subdivision located between Old Sand Road and the Iowa River, south of the Iowa City corporate limits. Application submitted,by Jean . Fountain; Emil Trott, Attorney. Date filed: 4/28/76. 45 -day limitation: waived. Referred to Park and Recreation Commission and to Riverfront Commission. Jean Fountain, owner of the subject property, stated that it seemed unfair that the area is designated as a flood prone area. On county zoning maps the area is zoned A2. If it actually is in the floodplain, it should be zoned A3, she said. Questions have been raised in regard to septic systems and water supplies, she said, but residents living in the area have-not experienced any particular problems with either sewer or water lines. She noted that some have said residences should not be located too close to the sand plant but pointed out that approval was given to.the;sand operation after residences were already established. Ms. Fountain stated that it would seem unreasonable to expect a developer to provide public access to the Iowa River as suggested by the Park and Recreation_Commission and the Riverfront Commission. In regard to the question of whether or not the area is suitable for development, Ms. Fountain said she was willing to let the buying public decide suitability. Chairman Ogesen explained that the ultimate decision on the request.is. primarily with the Johnson County Board of Supervisors but:expressed concern that the PF,Z Commission would have enough time to consider the application and provide input to the county. Mr. Don Schmeiser, Senior Planner, stated that Ben Johnson, Johnson County Zoning Administrator, had indicated that the application would be considered some time in July. A motion was made by Blum, seconded by Vetter, to defer consideration of, S-7610, Fountain Subdivision - Riverdale Addition, until such time as the chairman finds it appropriate to include on the agenda. Commissioners asked that the staff keep close liaison with the county so they may be informed about the status of the application. Commissioners also expressed a desire to be kept apprised of the results of an inquiry to the.:State regarding floodplain considerations. Chairman Ogesen advised Ms. Fountain to work with the City Staff to,resolve potential problems prior to consideration by the PU Commission., He suggested that agreements be attached to deeds of the property assuring that necessary improvements (i.e., paved streets sewer systems,. sidewalks, etc.) could be made and property owners would waive any objection to the assessments. -7 - Chairman Ogesen said he would not consider unreasonable a requirement that the developer provide public access to the Iowa River. To.deny public, access to the river is unreasonable and he would find it unacceptable, he said. Commissioner Blum concurred and explained that public access would not involve a great deal of land.. The motion for deferral carried unanimously. S-7611. Towncrest Addition, Part 4 - Tract C. Preliminary plat of a Planned Area Development (PAD) located east of Dover Street and north of Parkview Avenue. Application submitted by M H Enterprises; Tom Lyon, Attorney. Date filed: 5/5/76. 45 -day limitation: 6/19/76. Mr. Schmeiser stated that a letter had been received from the applicant requesting that the 45 -day limitation be waived. A motion was made by Blum, seconded by Vetter, to defer consideration of S-7611, Towncrest Addition, Part 4 - Tract C, until the deficiencies noted in the May 20 Staff Report have been corrected. The motion carried unanimously. S-7615. Village Green, Part 9, preliminary, located west of a southern extension of Village Road and south of Village Green, Part 2. Submitted . by Iowa City Development Co., Ed Lucas, Attorney. Date filed: ,5/28/76: 45 -day limitation: 7/12/76. A motion was made by Blum, seconded by Kammermeyer, to recommend to the City Council approval of S-7615, Village Green, Part 9, preliminary, subject to correction of the following minor discrepancies: (1) the plat should be drawn to the scale of 1" = 100'; (2) a variance be granted to allow 60' right-of-way width and 28' paving width on Village Road; and (3) to recommend that the City Engineer,grant a variance so that the location of the sidewalk would be 4' from the property line instead of 1'. The motion carried unanimously. Discussion of Woodland Hills Addition located in County two miles north of I-80 and east of Highway I. Dale Sanderson, attorney, and Jim Schintler, owner.of.the subject property, stated that the Johnson County Board of Supervisors requested that the Planning and Zoning Commission review the subject application and on a first -look basis relay a statement to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Chairman Ogesen explained that the PF,Z Commission must review,all,subdivisions within a two-mile jurisdiction of the City limits and that the proposed -B - indicated their willingness to review the application and to work subdivision must conform to the City's Subdivision Ordinance. Commissioners the with developers. Chairman Ogesen requested the City Staff to relay comwithmenthe to the .Johnson County Board of Supervisors that the Commission had superficially reviewed the application and would review the application in greater detail when time allowed. Z-7507. Consideration of a zoning change to accommodate Housing for Elderly as a Special Use. Initiated by PF,Z: 9/11/75. Fredine Branson, Chairperson of the Housing Commission, explained that'the Housing Commission had no objection to the removal of the above-mentioned item from the P$Z Commission's pending list. Although the Housing Coordinator does not share the views of the Housing Commission, she said, the Housing Commission did not initiate consideration of a zoning change to accommodate Housing for the Elderly as a special use. Commissioner Jakobsen explained that the PP,Z Commission had initiated consideration of the zoning change because the Housing Commission had - proposed a location for an elderly housing facility in an area that was not properly zoned for that use. Commissioners advised that the first_' consideration for a proposed location should be the zone in which the property is located. A motion was made by Jakobsen, seconded by Blum, to remove from the P4 Commission's pending list Z-7507, consideration of a zoning change to accommodate Housing for Elderly as a Special Use. The motion carried unanimously. Consideration of a building moratorium in northern sector of R3A Study Area. Peter Feldstein, 630 N. Van Buren, spoke in favor of a building moratorium in the northern sector of the R3A Study Area and stated that the primary conflict is between the quality of life and the amount of money gained from apartment construction in the area. Commissioner Blum stated that many Commissioners were in agreement with Mr. Feldstein's point of view, however, because of legal problems, the building moratorium was considered an impossibility at the present time. Consideration of one -lot subdivisions. A motion was made by Kammermeyer, seconded by Vetter, to request the City Manager to provide Legal Staff assistance regarding one -lot subdivisions. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned. 'JaneWJ_a bsen, Secretary 0 MINUTES IOWA CITY RIVERFRONT COMMISSION •CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM JUNE 17, 1976 MEMBERS PRESENT: Bassett, Brandrup, Fahr, Horton MEMBERS ABSENT: Hines, Lindberg, Thayer STAFF_ PRESENT:_ Flowers, Geshwiler, Schmeiser THE 0 I. That the City Council place a moratorium on issuance of further building permits in the 100 year flood plain until the River Corr and enacted ho tie _ Corridor Management Ordinan rc t. _ RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: 1. That, as a condition of subdividing the proposed Fountain Subdivision, a 100' wide easement along the entire riverfront be granted and that public access to'the river within the subdivision be granted as well as public access along the north boundary to the Shower property. 2. That the Riverfront Commission opposes subdivision or other constructio the Iowa River flood plain. n in 3. That the Riverfront Commission expresses concern over the following regarding • the proposed Fountain Subdivision: I, The suitability of soil conditions for extensive use of septic tanks; 2. Erosion of the river bank and the responsibility for control and maintenance thereof; 3. Maintenance of adequate vegetation for erosion control in the entire subdivision; 4. Periodic flooding. SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTION TAKEN: The Iowa City Riverfront Commission met in Special Session on June Chairperson Fahr presiding. 17,A976, with * Bassett moved and Brandrup seconded that the minutes of the May 27, 1976, meeting be approved with the following corrections: Page 1, item {/2, Recommendations to the City Council and page 3, paragraph '1 - the motion should read: that the Riverfront Commission recommend :that" the City Council place a moratorium on'issuance of further building permits in the 100 year flood plain until the River'Cn Ord -f.. .-- J.. _ Page 2, paragraph 8 - the first two sentences should read: "Bernie Knight O stated that Project GREEN is going to meet on June 2,:1976, at 3:30'p,m;. in the vacant lot next to Sambo's on Riverside Drive.. They will be surveying the area from Burlington Street to Highway 6." The minutes were unanimously approved. L Dilnuton � • I':ty;e tune 17, 1976 * Bassett moved and Morton seconded that the minutes of the June 10 • be approved as written. Unanimous, 1976 - , .meeting , The Fountain Subdivision was discussed with Don Schmeiser De Development, indicating that the matter had been Planning . Department of Community 8 and lonin9 Commission. He also indicatedothatted ditmwas the Johnson County Iowa Clty Planning and Zoning Commission will request further Information from .the Iowa Natural Resources Council re Posaiblethatthe regarding the matters * Horton moved and Bassett seconded that the RIverfront Commission request that, as a condition of subdividing the Fountain Subdivision, a. 100' wide easement alon entire riverfront be granted and that public access to the river division be granted as well as g. the Property. Unanimous. Public access alongthe within the sub north boundary to the Showers * Bassett moved and Horton seconded that the Riverfront Commission oppose or other construction in the Iowa River flood plain. Unanimous. this opposition will be sent to the Johnson County Plannin 'Iet subdivision with copies sent to the Iowa Cit n letter stating Commission, Y City Council and the Iowa Cit Zoning Commission Y Planning and Zoning * Following further discussion, Horton moved and Bassett seconded that the Riverfront Commission express concern over the following regarding the Subdivision: Proposed Fountain 1• The suitability of soil conditions for extensive use of se • Z• Erosion of the river bank and the responsibility for control and maintenance thereof; septic tanks; 3. Maintenance of adequate vegetation for erosion control in the entire subdivision; 4. Periodic flooding• The motion passed unanimously. Ceshwiler announced that Fahr, Dennis Kraft, Mayor Neuhauser, and himself would be meeting to discuss what things still need to be done by Stanley Consultants in order to fulfill their contract obligations with regard to Phase III of the Riv Corridor Study, er Brandrup reported that he had spoken mission's Land Use and Water Resources oCommittee the son Juon ne regarding Phase III and that they. had raised. the following County Regional Planning Com - the plana; g questions: (1)_ has flooding .been (Z),have traffic flows and patterns been consideredgregardinnsidered in south end park; and (3) are maintenance He answered in the affirmative to all three concerns at',that meeting, g the proposed problems for a south end park being considered. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Res e f p ct ully submitted, Ellen R. Flowers, Secretary • • xoo MINUTES IOWA CITY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION •RECREATION CENTER ROOM B JUNE 9, 1976 MEMBERS PRESENT: Boutelle, Cilek, Mascher, Stockman MEMBERS ABSENT: Davis, Kelley, Powell, Sangster, Thayer - STAFF PRESENT: Adams, Flowers, Hauber, Lee, Schoderbek, Schmeiser, Showalter SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION: The Iowa City Park and Recreation Commission met in Regular Session on June 9 with Chairperson Cilek presiding. There was not a quorum. :Like Miller, Johnson County Regional Planning Commission, was present to discuss that Commis'sion's Open Space Plan. He indicated that the purpose of the Plan was to develop priorities and enhance coordination between various agencies in Johnson County. The Plan includes an inventory of facilities and open spaces as well as sections on standards and needs. According to the Plan, the comparison between Iowa City needs and its 5 -year Plan show that the City should acquire two more community parks and two additional neighborhood parks by 1980. Cilek commented that he was not sure that the indoor swimming problem was hit •hard enough in the Plan, considering there is only one indoor municipal swimming pool in Iowa City. Showalter introduced Clara Schoderbek, the summer horticulturist. He commented _ that the permanent Horticulturist position budgeted for FY 77had been frozen. . She explained her duties which include maintenance of the municipal flower beds, upkeep of portions of the Ralston Creek banks, and upkeep of the Project GREEN plantings. Hauber reported on the Cemetery -Forestry Division's responsibility regarding the . Washington Street Project, indicating that the City will accept the responsibility for the care of one to two blocks of plantings by July 1. She also reported that some undersized materials had been accepted and that there would be substantial price adjustments on those materials. Don Schmeiser, Department of Community Development, was present to get some reactions regarding the Fountain Subdivision matter which was referred to the Commission by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Subdivision, which is south of Steven's Sand and Gravel, has been zoned single family by the County, but since it is within two miles of the Iowa City city limits the City has the power to enforce any, all, or none of its zoning requirements. Showalter indicated that he felt it unwise to have houses next to a sand and gravel operation and also unwise to build houses in the flood plain. Several concerns were expressed: (1) is there a possibility of getting an easement along the river; (2) in the event the City would buy ,the Showers property, how would access be provided to it; and (3) will there be a greater traffic problem on Sand Road. Schmeiser indicate& he would forward,these concerns to the Planning and Zoning CommissLon. Following discussion, Mascher and Stockman were appointed to a Subcommittee regarding the naming of Northeast and South Hollywood Manor Parks. They, will report.back at. the Commission's next meeting with any recommendations, methods for 'naming the parks, or names. Minutes Page 2 June 9, 1976 0 The Staff Report regarding University Sports School use of the City Park pool was dlscussed (see attached), Glenn Patton was present to explain.the request, indi- catlnp that he anticipated a low priority on scheduling. Several problems were - rallied regarding the 51% Iowa City residency requirementand exclusive.use.,.Cilek. stated that since Patton was not asking for Staff time or maintenance and since tills use would not exclude use by other groups, or the public,. he would favor approving the request on a trial basis and not charging a fee. Stockman indicated she had problems with out-of-state people using Iowa City facilities and Boutelle stated his feeling that some fee should be charged. Mascher was not in favor of. charging a fee for the first year on a trial basis. Showalter indicated that he was in support of the recommendations contained in the Staff Report., There was a concensus that the matter should be referred to Staff for a final decision. . Showlater reported that the Des Moines Register's Bike Trek would be -in Iowa.City on August 6 and that arrangements had been made to close Lower City Park from 3:00 p.m. on Friday until 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. He also announced that the dedi- cation of the Aerohawks' flying field would be held on August 8 and that the Com members were invited to attend. mission Tom Lang and Howard Batts were introduced and it was announced that the two Recreation Interns would be doing a Leisure Time Survey of Iowa City. The survey will hopefully determine how Iowa City residents spend their leisure time as well as what people have regarding current programs and facilities. opinions- - • Showalter reported that he had accompanied Project GREEN representatives and file- • Landscape Architect hired by that group, Herm Thompson, on.a tour of ,Washington Street east of Van Buren. Project GREEN hopes to have a plan for this..project and to start planting by next fall. Thompson suggested_ removing the steps at thenorth- east corner of College Green Park and replacing them with a ramp, Project GREEN would finance such a change as a part of their overall project. H.C.D.A, funds were discussed with Showalter outlining priorities forCity, Park,.,if less is received than originally voted by the City Council. The projects were _ranked as follows: I. Playgrounds. 2. Trees. - - - 3. Spray Pool 4. Mercer Park Tennis Court Lights. 5. Log Cabin Restoration. 6." Pond Bank Stabilization: - 7. City Park Pool Lights. B. City Park Tennis Court Lights. 9. Parking Lot. There was a concensus-of approval regarding theabove ranking. - - There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ellen R. Flowers, Secretary • ■