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REGULAR
MEETING OF
MARCH 6, 1973
4: 00 PM.
PRESENT
ABSENT
BRANDY
CONNELL
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CZARNECKI,
HICKERSON
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 6, 1973
The City Council met in regular session on the 6th day of
March, 1973 at 4:OO o'clock P.M. in the Council Chambers of the
Civic Center.
Members present:, Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson
and White. Absent: None. Mayor Brandt presiding.
The invocation was given by Father John Morrissey, St.
Mary's Catholic Church.
It was moved by White and seconded by Hickerson to con-
sider,the amount read to,be a full reading and to approve the
minutes of the regular Council -meetings of February 20th and
27th, 1973, subject to correction.Motion carried.
Janet Trimble, Taft ,Speedway, appeared concerning criteria
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used in determining application of rock. The Mayor explained
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the Council policy. -.Kenneth Amada also :appeared
,and.read`
' communication from Postmaster Coen. The Council discussed
• methods of payment for the rock,' sewer program, emergency access
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and paving. . It was moved by Czarnecki and seconded by Hicker-
son that the City Staff be instructed to furnish the 'labor and
equipment, and the abutting'property owners paying for the
rock for Taft Speedway. Motion carried, White opposed.
'Beverly Moore,' Taft' Speedway appeared 'requesting `paving instead
of rock. It was moved by Hickerson, and seconded by White that
the Staff plan the inclusion of Taft Speedway in an appropriate
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earl y'paving'program. Motion carried.
Frieda Hieronymus, Executive Director of Old Capitol
Business Center Company appeared stating the goals of the group
concerning their proposal to take on the major responsibility
for the development of the downtown urban renewal area. The
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Mayor declared his appreciation for their response to his call
for help from the citizens of Iowa City.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson that
the bills, in the amount of $575,025.58, be approved, subject
to audit.
It was moved by White and 'seconded by Connell that the
minutes of the Housing Commission meeting of February 7, 1973,
the Human Relations Commission meeting of February 19, 1973,
the CATV Committee meeting of February 19, 1973 and the Charter
Committee meetings of February 14,' 15 & 19, 1973, be received
and filed. Motion carried.
it was moved by Connell and seconded by White that the
letter from Atty. Alan Leff requesting passage of a resolution
restricting parking to one hour time limit on west side of
Maiden, Lane be received and the Police Chief be authorized
to post one hour parking on the west side of Maiden Lane from
Court Street to Harrison Street. Motion carried, Czarnecki
voting 'nay'. Atty. Leff was present representing Brenneman
Seed Store:
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the
letter from Arlis Swartzendruber, 331 South Lucas Street, re-
questing use of vacant lot at 333 South Lucas Street for
recreation purposes be received, filed and referred to the
City Manager for report back. Motion carried.
It was moved by White and 'seconded by Connell that the
letter from Ms -:Martha Wells concerning recycling program be
received, filed and a copy;,referred to.,the.City.Manager and
the Johnson County Commission on Environmental Quality. Motion
'carried:
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the letter from Mr. ..& Mrs. Ralph'Hess, 2112 F Street, con-
cerning parking be received and discussed specifically with
the 'overall parking policy. Motion carried. Councilman Czar-
necki inquired what the next step was, as the bus tour had
been taken. The Council concurred that it should be an agenda
item for informal discussion.
The Mayor referred to the letters received from Guy J.
Birch, HUD Area Office concerning the status of the R-18
Urban Renewal Project and, the status of the proposed parking
facility in connection with the R-14 Urban Renewal Project,
which had been discussed at the noon informal meeting. He
announced that it was the.consensus of the Council that the
Staff notify Mr: Birch that the Council cannot meet the March
12th deadline,and that the Mayor and Staff will meet with
him in Omaha. It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by
Connell that the letters be received and filed. Motion carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by White that
the letter from Cecil Miller, Donald Brogla and Charles Walden,
requesting installation of sanitary sewer in 2100, 2200 blocks
of South Riverside Drive, be received and referred to the
City Manager for report back. Motion carried.
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nacuiu nugnes, requesting informa-
tion on federal funds for local programs, be received and
filed, the Mayor instructed to 'respond to the"ques•tionnaire.
Motion carried. Councilman Czarnecki advised that Senator
Clark would be making a similar request.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that
the ,letter from Marianne Milkman, Chairman of Project GREEN
Bikeways Committee, proposing a bicycle and hiking path from
the Mayflower Apartments to the Coralville Dam Road be received
and referred to the City Manager for report back next week.
Motion carried.
The Mayor announced discussion of the proposed Tenant -
Landlord Code. Linda Dole, representing the League of Women
Voters, appeared concerning PP ning the manner in which the proposal
of this ordinance by a citizen's group had been received,
suggesting that the Council might wish: to employ _a -consultant
' to examine this problem and stated that"<'their..group 41_xs primarily
concerned with encouraging rather than frus'rating constructive
citizen.imput;into the local governmental process. Jim Ryan, alp
PAT Coordinator, appeared. His letter stated that a number
of questions need to be'answered'pertaining to enactment of
an ordinance and that an, in-depth study should be made. He
suggested a local body to :arbitrate,: -disputes in this Ordinance.
Atty. Jay Oehler,.representative_of'Bar Assn. Committee stated
that as requested by the Council,, they; will study and report
in. approximately.90 days. The Mayor .suggested 'that Mr. Ryan
meet with Attorneys Honohan and Oehler. It was moved by
Connell and seconded by Czarnecki that Mr. Ryan's letter be
receivedy:afiled and referred to the City Attorney.. Motion
carried.s
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the rules be suspended and the 3rd reading „of the Ordinance
Establishing Method of Zonin Cl 'f'
to the Cit be g asst icati.on of Lands Annexed
City, given by title only. Upon roll call,White,;•;.
,Brandt,';Connelly:Czarnecki'*�andcHickerson<ii:voted 'aye', motion X77
carried and 3rd reading given by title only. It was moved
by White and seconded, by.Hickerson to adopt the Ordinance.
Upon roll call Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White
voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson that
the rules be suspended and the 1st reading of the Ordinance
Amending Zoning Code, 8.10.16C, Concerning Bulk Storage of
Oils, Petroleum and Similar inflammable Liquids & Chemicals a18
be given by title only. Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki,
Hickerson, White and Brandt voted 'aye'. Motion carried, 1st
reading given.
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MARCH 61 1973
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the rules be suspended and the 3rd reading of the Ordinance
Rezoning Certain Property from Ml to M2 Requested by Capitol
Propane Gas Co. in BDI Industrial Park be given by title only.
Upon roll call Czarnecki, Hickerson, White, Brandt and Connell
voted 'aye', 3rd reading given. It was moved by Hickerson ane
seconded by Connell that the Ordinance be adopted. Upon roll
call Hickerson, White, Brandt, Connell and Czarnecki voted
'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the rules be suspended and the lst reading of the Ordinance
Rezoning Courtcrest, Inc., Property on Muscatine Avenue Directly.
North of the Intersection of Dover Street, from R1B to R2 Zone,
be given by title only. Upon roll call Brandt, Connell, Czar-
necki and Hickerson voted 'aye', Whiteabstained. Motion car-
ried, lst reading given.
Janet Trimble requested clarification of what was going
to be,'done on Taft -Speedway concerning the rock application,
and after the motion was repeated by the Mayor, stated that.
the residents did `not accept that solution to the problem.
After ;further discussion, the City Manager suggested that the
Department of Public Works would make one spreader pass down
the road making a center road access, 71 wide, any other rock
at owner's' expense. :The Council did not withdraw the motion
made at the beginning of the meeting.
- It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by White that the
Resolution Setting Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity
for March 27, 1973 on Business Relocation Mall Planting Pro-
ject, City -University Project Iowa R-14, be adopted. Upon,
roll call Brandt,' Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted
'aye'. Motion " carried. It was moved by Connell and seconded
by White that the Resolution Directing Engineer to Prepare
Plans and Specifications be adopted. Upon roll call Connell,
Czarnecki, Hickerson, White and Brandt voted 'aye'. Motion
carried. It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that
the Resolution Setting Public Hearing on Plans, Spec. and
Form of Contract on March, 27 and Receiving Bids on March 29,
1973 be adopted. Upon roll call Czarnecki, Hickerson, White,
Brandt and Connell voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Public Works Director explained the 1973 Court Street
Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project. It was moved by Hickerson
and seconded by Connell that the Resolution Setting Public
Hearing on Resolution of Necessity for March 27, 1973 on 1973
Court Street Sanitary Sewer Impr. Project be adopted. Upon
roll call Hickerson, White, Brandt, Connell and Czarnecki
voted 'aye'. Motion carried. It was moved by Hickerson and
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seconded by White that the Resolution Directing Engineer to
Prepare Plans and Specifications be adopted. Upon roll call
White, Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki and Hickerson voted 'aye'.
Motion carried. It was moved by Connell and seconded by
White that the Resolution Setting Public Hearing on Plans,
Specifications and Form of Contract on March 27 and Receiving
Bids on March 29, 1973 at 10:00 A.M. be adopted. Upon roll
call Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted
'aye'. Motion carried.
Public Works Director Ralph Speer explained the 1973
Court Street Paving Improvement Project. It was moved by
Connell and seconded by Hickerson that the Resolution Setting
Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity for March 27,_1973
on Court Street Paving Project be adopted. Upon roll call
Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson, White and Brandt voted 'aye'.
Motion carried. It was moved by Connell and seconded by
White that the Resolution Directing Engineer to Prepare Plans
and Specifications be:iadopted. Upon roll call Czarnecki,
Hickerson,,White, Br ' andt and Connell voted 'aye'. Motion
carried. It was moved by Hickerson.and seconded by Connell
that the Resolution Setting PublicHearing,don Plans, Spec. &
Form of Contract for March 27 and Receiving Bids on March
29, 1973 at 10:00 A.M. be adopted. Upon roll call Hickerson,
White, Brandt, Connell and Czarnecki voted 'aye'. Motion
carried.
Public Works Director Ralph Speer reported on the Demoli-
tion and Site Clearance Contract No. 2 for City -University
Project, Iowa R-14 involving 14:parcels. It was moved by
White and seconded by Connell that the Resolution Setting
Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity for March 27, 1973
be adopted., Upon roll call White, Brandt, Connelli Czarnecki,
and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion carried. It was moved
by Connell and seconded by White that the Resolution Directing
Engineer to Prepare Plans and Specifications be adopted.
Upon roll call Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White
voted 'aye'. Motion carried. It was moved by Connell and
seconded by Hickerson that the Resolution Setting Public
Hearing on Plans, Specifications and Form of Contract for
March 27, Receiving Bids on March 29, 1973 at 10:06 A.M. be
adopted. Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson, White
and Brandt voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson that
the Resolution Accepting Work on Civic Plaza Parking Area
Division II be deferred to next week. Motion carried.
City Manager Ray Wells recommended that the City enter
into contract with Mainstem.Inc. for Equipment Management
System for all central equipment. Ralph Speer, Dir. of
Public Works explained that the contract was for one year
Mayor Brandt announced that this was the time set for
the public hearing on Adoption of 1970 Edition of Uniform
Plumbing Code with amendments. Community Development Director
Dennis Kraft explained the Building Code Board of Appeals'
and the Plumber Examining Board, recommendations. Joe Connell,
Chmn. of Plumbing Examiner's Board and Telford Larew appeared.
The Council'concurred,~ that- the: ''disagreements between the
Board of Appeals and the Plumbers Board should be resolved
by the time all three readings of the Ordinance are given.
Mr. Connell stated that the Plumbers Examining Board did not
approve of plastic pipe as had been reportedinthe Press
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Councilman Czarnecki asked what material would be pre-
sented at
resented_'at the public meeting concerning the'Summit,.Street
area. >Director of,Community Development Dennis Kraft reported
that there was none to 'present and discussion would include,
parking, street lighting, etc. in addition to rezoning. Council-
man Czarnecki also requested a report on the ''number of accidents
on Lexington.The Council held a'short discussion on Ralston
Creek.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson to,
authorize preparation of the design contract with William
Nowysz & Assoc. for the remodeling of the Civic Center.
Motion carried, Czarnecki abstaining. Dorothy Douglas, stated
that the Charter Committee had discussed the remodeling.
City Manager Ray Wells advised the Council of the bids
received for ":.refinancing of the Urban Renewal Bonds with
award 'to'Continental Illinois at?4"20%.`.He also read the
communication to be sent to each employee with their next
paycheck concerning fair employment practices', as recommended
by the,Human Relations Commission. It was moved by White
and seconded by Connell that the recommendation be received
and referred to the City Manager to forward to all City Employees.
Motion carried.
The Council concurred that discussion of Design Stan-
dards be put on the agenda for formal meeting of March 13,
1973, for public imput.
City Attorney Jay Honohan reported on the suit filed
by the Iowa Civil Rights Commission against the City for alleged
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson to
adjourn to executive session to discuss staff appraisal re-
views for parcels 84/8, 83/11 and 93/19 in Urban Renewal
Project R-14. Upon roll call Hickerson, White, Brandt, Conn
nell and Czarnecki voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Executive session was held, after which the Council
reconvened in regular ression, all Councilmen present.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by white to
,adopt the Resolution Establishing Fair Market Value Acquisi-
tion for parcels 83/11 -West; 84/8 -Johnson Co. Realty; and
93/19 -Roth. Upon roll call' white, Brandt, Connell, Czar-
necki and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved byHi . ckerson and seconded b
the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried. X Connell that
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AGENDA
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 6, 1973, 4:00 P.M.
Item No. 1 Meeting to order
Roll Call
Invocation
Item No. 2 Reading of minutes for regular Council meetings of
February 20 and February 27, 1973.
Item No. 3 Public Discussion.
Item No. 4 Approval of Bills
Item No. 5 Receive minutes of boards and commissions.
Item No. 6 Issuance of permits.
Item No. 7 Correspondence to Council.
a. Letter from Alan R. Leff requesting passage of a
resolution restricting parking to one hour time
limit on the west side of Maiden Lane.
b. Letter from Arlis Swartzendruber, 331 South Lucas,
requesting use of vacant lot at 333 South Lucas for
recreation purposes.
C. Letter from Ms. Martha Wells concerning recycling
program.
d. Letter from Mr. & Mrs. Ralph A. Hess, 2112 F Street,
concerning parking on F Street.
e. Letter from Guy J. Birch, HUD ARea Office, concerning
status of R-18 Urban Renewal Project.
f. Letter from Guy J. Birch, HUD Area Office, concerning
status of the proposed parking facility in connection
with the R-14 Urban Renewal Project.
g. Letter from Cecil Miller, Donald Brogla, and
Clark Walden, requesting installation of a sanitary
sewer in the 2100, 2200 blocks of South Riverside
Drive.
h, Letter from Harold Hughes, U.S. Senator, requesting
information on federal funds for local programs.
Item No. 7 (Continued)
i. Letter from Marianne Milkman, Chairman of Project
GREEN Bikeways Committee, proposing a bicycle and
hiking path from the Mayflower Apartments to ,the
Coralville Dam Road.
Item No. 8 Discussion of proposed tenant -landlord code with
Protective Association for Tenants.
Item No. 9 Consider ordinance establishing method of zoning classi-
fication of
lassification,of lands annexed to the City. (3rd Reading)
Item No. 10 Consider ordinance amending the zoning code, 8.10.16C,
concerning bulk Storageofoils, petroleum, and similar
inflammable liquids and chemicals.(1st Reading)
Item No. 11 Consider ordinance rezoning certain property from Nil to
M2 requested by Capitol Propane Gas Company in the BDI
Industrial Park (vicinity; of cul-de-sac of Industrial
Park Road. (3rd Reading).
Item No. 12 Consider ordinance rezoning Courtcrest, Inc., property
on 'Muscatine Avenue (portion of the former property of
Saint Mark's Methodist Church) directly north of the
intersection of ,Dover St eet, from RIB to R2 zone.
(1st Reading)
Item No. 13 Consider adoption of resolutions initiating the Business
Relocation Mall planting project, City -University Project,
Iowa R-14,
Item No. 14 Consider adoption of resolutions initiating the 1973
Court Street sanitary sewer improvement project.
Item No. 15 Consider adoption of resolutions initiating the 1973
Court Street paving improvement project.
Item No. 16' Consider adoption of resolutions initiating the
demolition and site clearance contract No. II for the
City -University Project, Iowa R-14.
Item No. 17 Consider resolution accepting work for Civic Plaza
Parking Area - Division II.
Item No. 18 Consider resolution authorizing agreement with Mainstem,
Inc. for Mainstem Equipment Management System.
Item No. 19 Public hearing on adoption of the 1970 Edition.of the
Uniform Plumbing Code with amendments.
Item No. 23 Public Discussion.
Item No. 23 Request for executive session to discuss fair market
value of parcels of land in the Urban Renewal Area.
Item No. 24 Adjournment.
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AGENDA
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 6, 1973, 4:00 P.M.
Item No. 1 MEETING TO ORDER
ROLL CALL r
INVOCATION•F+ikvv Taw MwriurjI J%AliCvl�Ca{ito�lc��hVJG�.
Item No. 2 READING OF MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS OF
FEBjtUUppRY 20, AND FEBRUARY 27, 1973. !'•11�
Item No. 3 PUBLI-aC TDISCUSSION.
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Item.No. 4 APPROVAL OF BILLS.
Comment: Bills in the amount of $5750025.58 are submitted
for approval. J
Action: l /VL 4../,m�
Item No.. 5 RECEIVE MINUTES OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
a. Housing Commission meeting of February 7, 1973.
b. Human Relations Commission meeting of
February 19, 1973.
c. CATV Committee meeting of February 19, 1973.
d. Charter Committee meetings of February 14, 15, and
February 21, 1973.
Item No. 6 ISSUANCE OF PERMITS.
a. Consider resolution to refund cigarette permit for
_ _ g Canteen Food $ Vending, dba Texaco Service,
301 Kirkwood Avenue.
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Item No. 7 CORRESPONDENCE TO COUNCIL.
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a. Letter from Alan R. Leff requesting passage of aha
resolution restricting parking to one hour time o
limit on the west side of Maiden Lane. ?
Action:iNes.u-ere.Pvs.,.a.lrr4�N oa
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b. Letter from Arlis Swartzendruber, 331 South Lucas, Cow tST.
requesting use of vacant lot at 333 South Lucas for
recreationpurposes 13v) C"qL, PV(CIA.%r-1 - COOVI-pariveae_ iRVIJge
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Action:
c. Letter from Ms. Martha Wells concerning recycling
program. 1
'Action: '�1 /d7Sf�-(�o� a /(.-�an1'(. S�ilcY I7-hV•ro[al('_�i
d. Letter from Mr. $ Mrs. Ralph A. Hess, 2112 F Street,
concerning parking on F Street.'
Action:
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e. Letter from Guy J. Birch, HUD Area Office, concerning
status of R-18 Urban Renewal Project.
Action:r
f. Letter from Guy J. Birch, HUD Area Office, concerning
status of the proposed parking facility in connection
with the R-14 Urban Renewal Project.
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g. Letter from Cecil Miller, Donald Brogla, and
C�d.Y�pc Ekerk Walden, requesting installation of a sani-
tary sewer in the 21000 2200 blocks of South
Riverside Drive. /
Action: 7�I R vepaT ick
h. Letter from Harold 'Hughes , U.S. Senator, requesting
information/ on federal funds for local programs.
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i, etter from Marianne Milkman„ Chairman of Project
GREEN Bikeways Committee, proposing a bicycle and
hiking path from the Mayflower Apartments to the 'C�••F=� ^� '
Coralville Dam Road. ! / Gtl' 63.0lZ'� obi feGn+t�.
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Item No.- 8DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED TENANT -LANDLORD CODE WITH
PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION FOR TENANTS.
Comment: Enclosed is a copy of -a letter from Jim Ryan, PAT
Coordinator, requesting that the tenant -landlord
code be placed on the agenda, and indicating that
a number of questions need to be answered pertain-
ing to enactment of an ordinance, and that an in-depth
study should be made.
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Item No. 9 CONSIDER ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING METHOD OF ZONING CLASSI-
kkP5__ FICATION OF LANDS ANNEXED TO THE CITY. (3RD READING)
Comment: The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval
• of this proposed ordinance. The staff concurred in the
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utc suggestion of areas in which additional ordinances would be desirable.
The League has r:a Position on the merits concerning any possible
land]ord-tenant ordinance. This sub,iect is not preeently within the
scope of our program. However, we are concerned about the manner in
which the proposal of such an ordinance by a citizens group has been
received.
The proposed landlord -tenant• ordinance was 1`2" --
d to- tile .Council.
In Novemioer the Council referred this'ordinancQAto the Housing Commission
y,. presenitly
for study. In January the ordinanceiWets stated by the legal staff to be
beyond the power of the cit t i %' Was no -led 464 •l kxz
J',.o enact. Last veek
%'under. �ou�a lsuJ Odori• 4-hc Ora•.inilro..II..
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andvwas referred to e n t;e a l a,
the Johnson County Har Association for further study, o r Ji.00rc-c
It is frustrating to the e,dvO ate;: f any ordinance to be told only
no �" LU ;,, he of
that their proposal isj.. If the topic of a proposed ordinance is
of concern to a large segmcni. of the public as the proposed landlo d-
:naKe- clear -ho �b.e pwb I i c {hai.
tenant ordinance appcars to`bc, the Council should
ha , beet n d��r<.ia A
staffAto indicate the areas of legitimate and lawful local action so that
concrete and practicable proposals Can be presented to the Council for
the Cnuncilra actiPr� before aczt years lc:.,ses are signed. , % s ;S crcr ic"ff
alA �Y�al SI�r'cia.l 1.� ��cFor;s ee"t..ncii rno�ti/ cods h lr t'iri{��v� J t` -co; Stt�?�it7
Again I wish to stress that the Longue ha; no position with respect
to the nerits of a landlord-LenanL ordinance. we arc primarily concerned i4,s
l•r�bl*�h
With encouragiuF rather than frustrating coitstracLive citizen S.nptrt into the
local governmental process. If the Counc:i.l docs not. directly indicate that
constructive legal activity is occt:rinC in an area c^ ci.Lizcn urnrrern this,
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Item No. 9 (Continued)
recommendation that newly annexed lands be zoned to
their proper use category after appropriate planning
analysis and study. Public hearing was held
February 13.
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Action: 'L��� �-�s ., T a e
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Item No. 10 CONSIDER ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE, 8.10.16C,
CONCERNING BULK STORAGE OF OILS, PETROLEUM, AND
SIMILAR INFLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND CHEMICALS. (1ST READING)
Comment: This zoning code modification would change thepresent
set-backrequirements'of 150, to a setback that varies
according to size of the storage tank) and which is
identical to the requirements of the National Fire,
Protection Association. The Planning and Zoning Com-
mission voted unanimously to approve the zoning amendment.
The staff and Fire Marshal concur in this recommendation.
Publichearing was held February 27. A'copy of the
ordinance is enclosed:
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Action: ""
Item No. 11
Comment:
Action:
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CONSIDER ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM M1 TO
M2 REQUESTED BY.CAPITOL PROPANE GAS _COMPANY IN THE BDI
INDUSTRIAL PARK (VICINITY OF CUL-DE-SAC OF INDUSTRIAL
PARK ROAD. (3RD READING)
Capitol Propane, Inc., has submitted a rezoning request
from Ml to M2 for 3 acres in the Industrial Park just.
south of the C.R.I.& P. right -'of -way. The Planning and
Zoning Commission voted 4-1 to approve the rezoning. The
staff concurs in this recommendation. Public hearing was
held February 27, and two readings were given. b
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Item No. 12 CONSIDER ORDINANCE REZONING COURTCREST, INC., PROPERTY
ON MUSCATINE AVENUE (PORTION OF THE FORMER PROPERTY OF
SAINT; MARK'S METHODIST CHURCH) DIRECTLY NORTH OF THE
INTERSECTION OF DOVER STREET, FROM RIB TO R2 ZONE.
(1ST READING)
Comment: Courtcrest, Inc., is requesting a rezoning from RIB to
R2 of 2.25 acres which contains the former St. Mark's
Church. building. A previous rezoning request was
considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission at
its September 28, 1972 meeting.- At that time it was
decided to leave the zoning as RIB for this portion
of the entire tract. The Planning and Zoning Commission
voted ,3-2 to deny this current rezoning request. The
developer had then requested a public hearing on the
rezoning request. - Public hearing was held on February 27.
Action:.
Item No. 13 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS INITIATING.THE BUSINESS
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Comment: Comment:
Action:
RELOCATION MALL PLANTING PROJECT, CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT,
IOWA R-14':
A. CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR MARCH 27, 1973.
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B. CONSIDERRESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PREPARE
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS./L!J e-z`II ayc
C. CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC'HEARING ON PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT FOR MARCH 27,
197, AND CEIVE IDS ON MARCH 29, 1973, AT 10:00A.M.
The above resolutions are necessary to initiate the plant-
ing project which is part of the modular units being
constructed on Clinton 'Street between BurlingtonStreetand Washington Street as part of the Iowa R-14 Urban
Renewal Project. The staff will be prepared to discuss
this project in further detail at the. Council meeting
on March 6, 1973.
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Item No. 14
CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS INITIATING THE 1973
COURT STREET SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
A. CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON
1973.
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR MARCH 271
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B. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PREPARE
W-alL�Ne
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. ?4)0
C. CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT FOR,MARCH 27,
19CI73/, AND RECEIVE BIDS ON MARCH 29, 1973, AT 10:00 A.M.
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Comment:
The above resolutions are necessary to initiate the 1973
Court StreetSanitary Sewer Improvement Project. Under
this sewers will be constructed on Court
,project,sanitary
Street and Maiden Lane :to provide for improved sanitary
sewer service' that would' not be available with the exist-
•
ing sewer system. The staff will be prepared to discuss
this project in further detail at the Council meeting on
March 6, 1973. `
Action:
Item No. 15
CONSIDER.ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS INITIATING THE 1973 COURT
STREET PAVING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
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A. CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARI G N R SOLU-
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TION OF NECESSITY FOR MARCH 27, 1973.
B. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTEN GI1ER TO PREPARE
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. II 2--a�/�y�
C. CONSIDER RESOLUTION'SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT FOR MARCH 27,
1973 AND RE EIVE BIDS ON MARCH 29, 1973,AT 10:00 A.M.
Comment:
The above resolutions are necessary to initiate the 1973
Court Street Paving Improvement Project. Under this
program Court Street will be rebuilt and paved to a width
of 43 ,feet back-to-back of curb from Gilbert Street to
Madison Street. In addition, considerable work will be
included in this contract for the improvement of the
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storm sewer system on Court Street. The staff will be
prepared to discuss this project in further detail at
the Council meeting on March 6, 1973.
Action:
Item No. 16 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS INITIATING THE DEMOLI-
TION AND
EMOLITION'AND SITE CLEARANCE.CONTRACT NO. II FOR THE CITY
UNIVERSITY PROJECT, IOWA R-14.'
A.
CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON
g — -- RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR MARCH 27, 1973.IL) A2
B. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING EN INEER TO PREPARE
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. C!.I- Bc--��� aLi�
C. CONSIDER RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT FOR MARCH 27,
173, AND REBIDS ON. MARCH, 29, 1973, AT 10:00 A.M.
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Comment: The above resolutions are necessary to initiate the second
demolition and site clearance project in the Urban Renewal
Project Area. The staff will be prepared to discuss this
project in further detail at the Council meeting on
March 6, 1973:
Action:
Item No. 17 'CONSIDER REKION�TII-
Comment:
ION ACCEPTING WORK FOR CIVIC PLAZA PARKIN
AREA - DIVI This resolution accepts the work done by Pleasant Valley
Nurseries, of Iowa City, Iowa for Division II of the
Civic Plaza Parking Area Project. The final contract
amount for this project is $16,724.40, and the contractor
has completed all of the work in accordance with the
plans and specifications. The staff recommends adoption
of this resolution.
' • Action:
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Item No. 18 CONSIDER RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT WITH MAINSTEM,
INC. FOR MAINSTEM EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.
Comment
Action:
Enclosed is descriptive information regarding establish-
ment of a maintenance reporting system for equipment
and describing the services of Mainstem, Inc. A copy
of the proposed contract is also enclosed. The staff
will be prepared to discuss this proposal in further
detail at the March 6;Council meeting.
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Item_No. 19 PUBLIC HEARING ON ,ADOPTION OF THE 1970 EDITION OF THE
UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE WITH AMENDMENTS.
Comment:' The adoption of the 1970 Uniform Plumbing Code is being
considered by; the City in order to meet one of the re-
quirements of the City's Workable Program for Urban
Renewal. Specifically, the Department of Housing and
Urban Development has indicated that the use of certain
constructionmaterials, such as plastic pipe, must be
allowed if the City's Workable Program is to be `.recertified. ,
'If the Workable' Program is not recertified, the pending
R-18 Urban Renewal Project cannot be approved and this
-will also have.some impact on the amendment of -the R-14
Urban Renewal J 'Project. A few
e amedmentts', of the 'Uniform
PlumbingCode have been p by Plumbing
Examining Board. These amendments are included in the
ordinance adopting the code (enclosed). The Building
Code `Board 'of Appeals has also commented on the proposed
Uniform Plumbing Code. Their comments will be presented
at the March 6'Council meeting. The staff will be
prepared to`make..comments on the proposed Uniform Plumbing
Code at the March 6'meeting.
Action:
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March 15, 1973
TO ALL CITY EMPLOYEES:
The City Council has asked the Human Relations Commission
to analyze the Griffenhagen & Kroeger (G&K) Job Classification
and Pay Scale Report. The Commission, at its regular and special
open meetings, will study the G&K Report (a) to learn if it is in
violation of any,federal laws and guidelines on discrimination
because of race, color, religion, age, sex or national origin,
and (b) to recommend what steps must be taken to bring the Report
into compliance if so indicated.
Whatever the Commission learns from its study, the employees
of the City _should feel assured that the City cannot lower the
`salary of any employee to correct any inequity. (See p. 23 of
the Guidebook cited below.) The results of the Commission study
and its recommendation will be public information and will be
available for examination. If you wish to study the laws your-
self, a handbook entitled 1973 Guidebook to Fair Employment
Practices and other materials are available through Tom Palmer
at tt—ham is Center or at the Public Library:
We would also like to inform you that a complaint against
the City of Iowa City as employers has been filed with the Federal
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Kansas City. Though
the Iowa City HR Commission does not have jurisdiction over this
particular complaint you may wish to know that it is unlawful for
an employer to harass or retaliate against any employee for filing
a formal complaint or for participating in any way in the invest-
igation or hearing of such a complaint. (See p. 29 of the Guide-
book.)
Please share with us your ideas, suggestions, questions, or
grievances. We welcome your cooperation to help the City lead
in fair employment practices and set an example for Iowa City.
The 'names and phone numbers of the HR Commission members are,
listed below for your convenience. Your contact is always confi-
dential.
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March 6, 1973
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Item No. 23 REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS FAIR MARKET VALUE
OF PARCELS OF LAND 'IN'THE URBAN RENEWAL AREA:
Comment: The staff appraisal reviews are enclosed for two parcels
of land in ltheUrban Renewal area.
Action:
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Item No. 24 ADJOURNMENT
NEXT COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 13, 1973, 4:00 P.M.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
• FEBRUARY 20, 1973
The City Council met in regular session on the 20th day
of February, 1973 at 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at the
Civic Center.
Members present: Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson,
White. Absent: None. Mayor Brandt presiding.
Rev. Robert Welsh, First Presbyterian Church gave the
invocation.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell to con-
sider the amount read to be a full reading and to approve the
minutes of the regular meeting of February 13, 1973, subject
to correction. Motion carried.
Public Discussion: 1) Janet Trimble, Taft Speedway
appeared requesting gravel for their street. It was moved by
Hickerson and seconded by Connell that the request be received,
filed and referred to the City Manager for report at the next
meeting. Motion carried. 2) James Bleshoff, Brown Street
appeared concerning street storage ordinance regulations and
basis on which enforced. City Atty. Honohan reported on the
enforcement. After further discussion it was moved by Hicker-
son and seconded by Connell that the Ordinance concerning
street storage be reviewed by the Council. Motion carried.
Mark Larson, Brown Street, appeared concerning street storage
also, and policy for ticketing. 3) Atty. Don Hoy, Chmn. Human
Relations Commission appeared requesting authorization for
the City Manager to obtain staff for research work for the
Commission. City Manager Ray Wells advised that an execu-
tive session would be needed to discuss this personnel problem,
and Mr. Hoy was invited to the meeting. Dorothy Douglass in-
quired as to why an executive session was needed and was
answered by the Mayor that it was a personnel problem. 4)
Urban Renewal counsel John Hayek explained the background of
the suit filed against the City, participated in by John Bakas,
and suggested a meeting with Mr. Bakas and his attorneys to
discuss the questions being asked.
It was moved by White and seconded by Czarnecki that the
disbursements in the amount of $327,600.40 be approved, subject
to audit. Motion carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the minutes of the Airport Commission meeting of 1-18; Planning
& Zoning Commission meeting of 2-8-73; Charter Committee
meeting of 2-7-73 be received and filed. Motion carried.
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FEBRUARY 20, 1973
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by White that
the Resolution of Approval of Class C Beer & Liquor Control
License application for Magoo's Limited, 206 N. Linn St.,
be adopted. Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson,
White and Brandt voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the
Resolution of Approval of Class B Beer Permit Application for
Edna Eldeen dba/Hilltop Tavern, 1100 N. Dodge Street, be
adopted. Upon roll call Czarnecki, Ilickerson, White, Brandt
and Connell voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Director of Public Works Ralph Speer commented on the
reasons why Foster Road had not been paved. Questions were
raised concerning the E/W Trunk Sewer Project and if the pav-
ing for Foster Road & Taft Speedway was in the 173 Paving.
As it was not included in the 173 Paving Project, it was
moved by White and seconded by Czarnecki that the letter from
Norwood C. Louis requesting paving of Foster Road and the
letter from property owners adjacent to Foster Road request-
ing paving of Foster Road be received, filed and referred to
the City Manager for report back to the Council. Motion carried.
Attorney Honohan apologized fo
prompt attention would be given to t
requested by Atty. Phil Leff acting
on property owned by David Braverman
erson and seconded by White that the
and referred to the City Manager and
Motion carried.
the delay and promised
e condemnation proceedings
or Frantz Construction Co.
It was moved by Hick -
letter be received, filed,
City Attorney for action.
It was moved by White and seconded by Hickerson that the
rules be suspended and the 3rd reading of the Ordinance Estab-
lishing and Describing Voting Precincts #4 and #7, and Amend-
ing Ordinance 72-2623 be given by title only. Upon roll call
Hickerson, White, Brandt, Connell and Czarnecki voted 'aye',
3rd reading given. It was moved by White and seconded by
Hickerson that the Ordinance be adopted. Upon roll call White,
Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion
carried.
It was moved by white and seconded by Connell that the
rules be suspended and the 1st reading of the Ordinance Estab-
lishing Method of Zoning Classification of Lands annexed to
the City be given by title only. Upon roll call Brandt,
Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted 'aye', 1st read-
ing given.
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• FEBRUARY 20, 1973
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that the
Resolution Disposing of Alley Between Holt Ave. & Templin Road,
Black's Park Addn. to adjacent property owners, be adopted.
Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson, White and Brandt
voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Ralph Speer Public Works Dir. reported on the bids re-
ceived for the two cargo van trucks for the Water Division of
Public Works. Kennedy Auto had withdrawn their bid and it
was the Staff recommendation that the bid be awarded to Wine-
brenner-Dreusicke of Iowa City, $5,001.80. It was moved by
Connell and seconded by Hickerson that the Resolution Awarding
Bid to Winebrenner-Dreusicke, $5,001.80, as recommended by
the Staff be adopted. Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki,
Hickerson, white and Brandt voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
City Attorney Honohan reported on the request for use of
landfill by Keokuk County before signing of the contract, rates
to be determined later and tonnage estimated by the Staff; as
recommented by the Staff. It was moved by Connell and seconded
by Czarnecki to authorize the Staff to enter into aqreement with the
County for Sanitary Landfill operation as outlined. Motion
carried.
Mayor Brandt announced that this was the time set for
public hearing on Plans, Spec. and Form of Contract for Wm.
White Blvd. Storm Sewer Project. Elliott Frank, 1615 Wilson
Avenue appeared. There being no other interested persons
present, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved
by Connell and seconded by White that the Resolution Approving
Plans, Spec. & Form of Contract for Wm. White Blvd. Storm
Sewer Project be adopted. Upon roll call Hickerson, White,
Brandt, Connell and Czarnecki voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Mayor Brandt announced that this was the time set for
public hearing on Plans, Spec. & Form of Contract for 1973
Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project #1. There being no inter-
ested persons present to speak for or against the Project,
the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by White
and seconded by Czarnecki that the Resolution Approving Plans,
Spec. & Form of Contract be adopted. Upon roll call White,
Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion
carried.
Councilman Czarnecki requested discussion of the status
of the Environmental Quality Commission proposal for recycling
at an informal meeting. He also questioned what Council action
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FEBRUARY 20, 1973
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or discussion should now be taken on Highway 518. The Council
concurred that as transcripts and correspondence from the pub-
lic hearing would be distributed to each Councilman for study,
that it should be put on next Tuesday's agenda.
Mayor Brandt stated that as Urban Renewal was out of the
discussion stages now, and that the concept of a 'general
development' was acceptable to the Council, there were three
elements in the remaking of a city, the city administration
and staff, the developer and the support of the local community.
Ile asked for the support of the community, requesting that
the citizens be patient and understanding until the goal is
accomplished.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the Council adjourn to Executive Session to discuss Human Rela-
tions Commission request for legal counsel and for Staff for
research and for discussion of fair market value for Urban
Renewal parcels 84/8, 84/6 and 84/11. Upon roll call Brandt,
Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted 'aye'.
Executive session was held. Council then reconvened in
regular session with all Councilmen present.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the City Manager and Staff be authorized to seek necessary
research assistants thru the Law College for the Human Relations
Commission study. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Czarnecki that
the Human Relations Commission retain independent legal counsel
for the Rabenold suit against the City. Motion carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that the
Resolution Establishing Fair Market Value for parcels 84/6 and
84/11, Urban Renewal Project Iowa R-14, be adopted. Upon
roll call Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted
'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson that
the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried.
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• MINUTES OF A REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 27, 1973
The Iowa City Council met in regular session on the 27th
day of February, 1973 at 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers
at the Civic Center.
Members present: Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson,
White. Absent: None. Mayor Brandt presided.
The invocation was given by Rev. Heininger, minister of
the Congregational Church.
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the
minutes of the CATV Committee meetings of 1-29; 2-5 and 2-12-73;
Planning & Zoning Commission meeting of 2-22-73; Library Board
meeting of 1-30-73 and RegionAl Planning Commission meetings
of 1-17 and 1-31-73 be received and filed. Motion carried.
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the
petition from residents of Sycamore Street opposing removal
of parking on Sycamore Street be received and filed. Motion
carried.
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the
letter from William Tucker requesting three readings of ordin-
ance rezoning property for Capitol Oil Co. and Capitol Propane
Gas Co., Inc. be received and filed. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that the
letter from Mr. & Mrs. James F. Jakobsen, 1204 E. Washington St.
concerning the proposed noise ordinance be received and filed.
Motion carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that the
letter from Ed Thomas, Head Resident at Hillcrest Dorm. con-
cerning recent visit by the Mayor be received and filed. Motion
carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the letter from James W. Ward, Johnson Co. Ambulance Service
Director regarding procedure for ambulance service during a
major disaster be received, filed and referred to the City
Manager and Director of Public Works. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that the
letter from Jim Ryan, Protective Assoc. for Tenants, requesting
meeting to discuss proposed tenant -landlord ordinance be
received and filed. Motion carried.
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FEBRUARY 27, 1973
• It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the letter from Senator Clark requesting assistance in gather-
ing information as to the effect of recent impoundments of
federal funds be received, filed and referred to the City
Manager for appropriate response. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson that
the letter from Nancy Seiberling and Jim Maynard co-chairmen
Project Green concernincf 1973 plans and programs be received
and filed. Motion carried. Mrs. Seiberling discussed the project.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson that
the rules be suspended and the 2nd reading of the Ordinance
Establishing Method of Zoning Classification of Lands Annexed
to the City be given by title only. Upon roll call Brandt,
Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted 'aye'. Motion
carried and 2nd reading given.
John Hayek, Urban Renewal counsel,reported on the favorable
ruling, dismissing the suit filed by Mann, Bakas, Nall Motor
and Brown, by the Federal District Court in Davenport, which
allows the City to proceed with land acquisition in the �;,,;,c.�
Urban Renewal Project, This included the claim concerning L-,% 1t +
the Me -Too Building allegedly being an uneconomic remnant.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the Resolution Approving Contracts & Bonds for Street Tree
Planting Project,Green Thumb Nursery, Cedar Rapids -$2512.50;
Pleasant Valley, Iowa City -$11§26.25; Chris Peterson, Iowa
City -$1987.50 be adopted. Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki,
Hickerson, and Brandt voted 'aye', White abstained. Motion
carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that the
Resolution Approving Contract & Bond for Street Tree Trimming
Project,American Way,Bettendorf, Iowa -$5318.08 be adopted.'
Upon roll call Czarnecki, Hickerson, White, Brandt and Connell
voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
The City Attorney explained the proposed contract with
Midwest Wrecker and Crane for use of the old Iowa City Land-
fill site for an auto crushing operation, listing a few minor
changes. He recommended a charge of $25.00 per month for two
acres because of the many services Midwest will perform for
the City. It was moved by Connell and seconded by Czarnecki
that the Resolution Approving the Contract with Midwest Wrecker
and Crane be adopted. Upon roll call Hickerson, Brandt, Connell
and Czarnecki voted 'aye', White voted 'nay'. Motion carried
4/1.
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• FEBRUARY 27, 1973
Dennis Kraft Director of Community Development made a
presentation on Braverman West Planned Area Development,
preliminary plan, as approved by PIZ. After discussion by
the Council it was moved by Connell and seconded by Hick-
erson that the Resolution Approving Preliminary Plan for
Braverman West Planned Area Development, approved by P&Z,
be adopted. Upon roll call White, Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki
and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that
the Resolution Accepting the Work on Sanitary Landfill Exca-
vation Project, Estle DeLong Inc. of Fairfield, Iowa, be
adopted. Upon roll call Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson
and White voted 'aye'. °Motion carried.
Public Works Dir. Speer & City Atty. Honohan reported on the
1973 Sidewalk Project. It was moved by Connell and seconded
by White that the Resolution Designating Engineer be adopted.
Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson, White and Brandt
voted 'aye'. Motion carried. It was moved by Hickerson and
seconded by White that the Preliminary Resolution for Construc-
tion of Sidewalks be adopted. Upon roll call Czarnecki,
Hickerson, White, Brandt and Connell voted 'aye'. Motion
carried. It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson
that the Resolution Fixing Value of Lots be adopted. Upon
roll call Hickerson, White, Brandt, Connell and Czarnecki
voted 'aye'. Motion carried. It was moved by Hickerson and
seconded by Connell that the Resolution Accepting Preliminary
Assessment Plat & Schedule be adopted. Upon roll call White,
Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion
carried. It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson
that the Resolution Setting Public Hearing on Resolution of
Necessity for March 27, 1973 at 4:00 P.M. be adopted. Upon
roll call Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted
'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the Resolution Establishing a Loading Zone for Nelson Develop-
ment School at 614 Clark Street and Pizza Palace at 302 E.
Bloomington Street be adopted. Upon roll call Connell, Czar-
necki, Hickerson, White and Brandt voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by White that the
Resolution Making Award of Contract for 1973 Sanitary Sewer
Improvement Project #1 , as recommended by the Staff, to
Gjellefald Constructors, Inc. of Forest City, Iowa - $20,296.65
be adopted. Upon roll call Czarnecki, Hickerson, White,
Brandt and Connell voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
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It was moved by Connell and seconded by Czarnecki that
the Resolution Making Award of Contract for Wm. White Blvd.
Storm Sewer Project, as recommended by the Staff, to Sulz-
berger Excavating Company, Muscatine, Iowa - $9,843.75 be
adopted. Upon roll call Hickerson, White, Brandt, Connell
and Czarnecki voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Mayor Brandt announced that this was the time set for
the public hearing on Disposal of Portion of Burlington Street.
There being no interested persons present to speak for or
against the disposal, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the Resolu-
tion be adopted. Upon roll call White, Brandt, Connell, Czar-
necki and Hickerson voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
Mayor Brandt announced that this was the time set for
the public hearing on Proposed Amendment to Zoning Code, 8.10.
16C., concerning bulk storage of oils, petroleum and similar
inflammable liquids and chemicals. Community Development
Director Kraft reported on the amendment needed to conform with
National Fire Protection Standards. There being no other
interested persons present to speak for or against the pro-
posed amendment, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
The Mayor announced that this was the time set for
public hearing on the rezoning of 3 acres in BDI Industrial
Park requested by Capitol Propane Gas Co. Steve Strauss,
petitioner, appeared, explaining the reason for the rezoning,
and that as it was now three acres, the amendment of the
Ordinance now being considered was not tied to his request.
After discussion, it was moved by Connell and seconded by
Czarnecki that the rules be suspended and the first and second
readings of the Ordinance Rezoning Capitol Propane Gas Co.
property from Ml to M2 Zone,be given by title only. Upon roll call
Brandt, Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson and White voted 'aye'
first and second readings given. The Mayor then declared
the public hearing closed.
Mayor Brandt announced that this was the time set for
public hearing on the rezoning of Courtcrest Inc. property
on Muscatine Avenue, formerly St. Mark's Methodist Church,
from R1B to R2 zone. Dennis Kraft, Director of Community
Development outlined the previous proceedings and recommenda-
tion for denial of rezoning by Planning 5 Zoning. Atty. Phil
Leff for the petitioner, appeared noting the restrictive
covenant, approval by neighborhood, and allowance for buffer
zone. He requested the special use catagory be investigated.
Adjacent property owners, George Dasovich, Dan Glasgow and
Rollin Barnes appeared approving the rezoning. Harold Schwab
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• representative for the Loyal Order of the Moose, the proposed
purchasers, appeared explaining their position and requested
rezoning. Mr. Kraft reported on Conditional Uses or Special
Uses with standards considering traffic, parking, surrounding
area and screening to be used for possibly Country Clubs,
Churches, Clubs, Daycare Centers, Private Schools, Fraternities,
Hospitals, Clinics, Nursing Homes, Service Stations, Car Wash
or Branch Banks. It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by
Czarnecki that the City Attorney and the City Manager be
instructed to investigate the possibilities of special use
permits in our zoning ordinance. Motion carried. The Mayor
then declared the hearing closed.
Gene Chubb, Director of Parks and Recreation discussed
replacement of a City Park shelter house with a prefabricated
model similar to shelter constructed in 1971. It was moved
by White and seconded by Connell that the City Manager be
authorized to replace Park Shelter #1 at City Park. Motion
carried.
The Mayor declared a five minute recess. The meeting
then reconvened.
City Manager Ray Wells presented the staff comment pre-
pared for the State Highway Commission on the Environmental
Impact Statement for Highway 518. He read and commented on
each of 13 points listed, and recommended forwarding the
statement to the Highway Commission. Further Council dis-
cussion included the following topics: Indian Lookout; 518/
218 Interchange; Minneapolis to St. Louis route; significance
of regional hospital here; role for Mormon Trek Blvd; impact
of I-80. It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell
that the Staff recommendations be adopted as the City's re-
quested comment on the Environmental Impact Statement, and
that they be forwarded to the Highway Commission. Motion
carried 4/1, White voting 'nay'. Councilman Czarnecki advised
he would send his personal comment to the Highway Commission
also. The Mayor advised that the other Councilmen could do
the same. John Laitner appeared commenting on his interpre-
tation of the inadequacy of the Impact Statement.
Councilman Hickerson questioned if arrangements had been
made for Council representation at the Legislative Committee
meeting for the League of Municipalities on Wednesday. The
Mayor noted that Councilman Czarnecki had agreed to attend.
Councilman Czarnecki requested a report from another lawyer
concerning legality of the Protective Association of Tenants
Ordinance. City Attorney Jay Honohan advised that Jay Oehler of
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the Bar Association had been in the audience and was to
volunteer their services but due to length of the meeting
had to leave. It was moved by Czarnecki and seconded by
White that the question of the legality of the Landlord -
Tenant Ordinance had been referred to the Johnson County
Bar Association for review and comment. Motion carried. The
Mayor stated that the City Attorney and Asst. City Attorney
would still make their report.
The Mayor discussed the Council policy concerning permits
for use of the Clinton Street Mall as being under the juris-
diction of the City Manager. The Attorney said he would check
to see if the existing Ordinance would suffice. The City Mgr.
advised that the City does have control over signage.
Mayor Brandt reported on his concern over the condition of
the Rock Island railroad crossings in Iowa City and suggested
positive action by the City. Attorney Jay Honohan advised that
the trial was scheduled for April 27th and stated that the
City was not satisfied with Rock island's type of construction
work, citing the permanence record for Crandic railroad cross-
ing work built to Highway Commission standards. He commented
that the Staff was so frustrated with the past experience
with the railroad that they were ready to asphalt over the
spur crossing on Gilbert -Maiden Lane, putting up signs so
the railroad can't cross there. It was moved by Connell and
seconded by Brandt to authorize the Staff to take the action
necessary to correct the condition of the railroad crossings.
Motion carried 4/1, White opposed. Councilman White proposed
that this was an example where the local government needed to
change its policy and the City should repair the crossings.
Mr. Speer commented that each crossing would cost $4,000-5,000
to rebuild and the City department was not equipped or know-
ledgeable for this.
City Manager Ray Wells commented that he felt obliged to
comment on Mr. Laitner's evaluation of the Staff comment on
the Impact Statement, and asked for the privilege of responding
to such criticism in the future.
City Attorney Jay Honohan requested discussion concerning
the purchase of the Kelley Cleaners property at the executive
session.
Director of Parks and Recreation Gene Chubb reported on
the bids received for the repair of the Recreation Center Roof
and recommended the bid of Cedar Rapids Roofing at $19,228.
It was moved by White and seconded by Connell that the Resolution
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FEBRUARY 27, 1973
Awarding the Contract to Cedar Rapids Roofing, be adopted.
Upon roll call Connell, Czarnecki, Hickerson, White and Brandt
voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
It was moved by Connell and seconded by Hickerson to
adjourn to executive session to discuss the fair market value
of 4 parcels in Urban Renewal Project R-14 and to discuss
the purchase of the Kelley Cleaners property. Upon roll call
Czarnecki, Hickerson, White, Brandt and Connell voted 'aye'.
Motion carried.
Executive session was held. The meeting then reconvened
in regular session.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell to adopt
the Resolution Setting Fair Market Value for Parcels 93/7 Stimmel;
93/11 Whiting; 93/2 Whiting and 93/14 Harden in Urban Renewal
Project R-14. Upon roll call Czarnecki, Hickerson, White,
Brandt and Connell voted 'aye'. Motion carried.
City Manager Ray Wells requested authorization to finalize
negotiations for office space for the Urban Renewal Depart-
ment at the old Davis Hotel building. It was moved by Hick-
erson and seconded by Connell to adopt the Resolution Authorizing
Negotiation of a Lease with Washington Park Inc. for the
Davis Hotel. Upon roll call Hickerson, White, Brandt, Connell
and Czarnecki voted 'aye'. Motion carried. Mr. Wells stated
that the plans for remodeling the Civic Center would be a topic
for discussion next Tuesday noon.
It was moved by Hickerson and seconded by Connell that
the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried.
am Freda Hieronymus.I am the Executive Director of 'Old Capitol: Business
Cen Com a group of approximately one hundred formed in response to
Mayor Brandt's call for help from the citizens of Iowa City. This is a'group
made up of business, University, professional, and other interested citizens
who propose to take on the major responsibility for the development of the down -
tow n
own-town urban renewal area. All of the people in our group are residents of the
Iowa ,City area for it is our feeling that it is the residents of the area who best
know the kind of downtown they would` like to shop in, work in and live with.
We are very much aware of the proximity of our beautiful University campus
and it is our intention that our downtown be integrated with 'and complimentary
to the atmosphere created by the University. We hope to bring to Iowa City
downtown another large` department store, provide for our dislocated businesses
and offices, other new businesses and replacement for some of the lost living
spaces.. We realize the importance of a complete transportation system and we
will work towards that end. We feel that there is a definite need for a strong
downtown center to provide those services which are most convenient when available
in a central location.
In order to accomplish these goats our group agrees with the analysis of the
city officials that it is necessary that It be done through a general development
concept and Working towards that end we are in the process of interviewing
developers to aid us. `
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•DISBURSEMENTS TO
BE APPROVED •
CITY, COUNCIL
MEETING
'MARCH 6,
1973
GENERAL
Welt Ambrisco B Walton
Position Bonds
20. 00 :.
State Printing
Code Books
45.00.
Ken Jorgensen
Travel Expense
90.00
Hands 'Jewelers
Office Supplies
34:52
Hawkeye Lumber Co.
Sanitation Supplies
7.83
Novotnys;Cycle Center
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies-
21.00'
Standard Blue Print
Printing Supplies
67.81'
Iowa•Engineering Society
Membership Dues
62.00
Economy Advertising
Printing, Service
180.60.
Lawyers Cooperative
Book
22.50 -
Daily Iowan
Publications
7.20
Johnson County Recorder
Recording Service
92.00
Harvey Henry
Architectural Services
280.00.
Goodfellow Co.
Printing Service
25.30
Landscape Architecture
Subscription
8.50;,
American Bibliographical Center
Book
4.85'
Plumbers Supply
Building Materials
3.90 -
Des Moines Register
Publications
246.36.
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Publications
7.84
Chicago Tribune'
Publications
85.20`
Personnel Journal.
Publications`
36.00'
Welt, Ambrisco'& Walton
Examiners Bond
20.00'`
Research Institute of America
Subscription
36.00,
R.' M. C., Inc
Reports
7.00
Rand Corporation.
Reports
5.00
Pioneer Inc.'
Office Supplies
14.58 "
Intl,InstituteMunicipal Clerks
Dues
30.00 -,
National League`of Cities
Publications'
76.00`
Monarch Business; Equipment
Office Equipment
206.10'
I. C. Clean Towel
Towel Service
36.75 ,
Monroe Calculator Co.
Office Supplies
104.16
Churchill Chemical
Cleaning Supplies
61.95
Linn. Co'. Building Dept.
Book
39.00
Pitney Bowes
Equipment Rental
51.00
IBM
Maintenance Agreement
1,030.21 -
Johnson County Treasurer
Report
8.00
Frohwein Supply
Office Supplies
145.58
Red Carpet Travel
Air Fare
352.00:
American Society For Public Administrations
Publications
30.00':'
Ia. Municipal Finance Officers
Due
25.00
West Publishing
Books
89.00.'`
Yale Review of Law
Book
5.00
Commerce Clearing House
Book
39.83
S. G. Adams
Printing Service
39.85
University of Kansas
Pre -Registration
56.00
I. C. Petty Cish
Miscellaneous Expense
36.67
POLICE
Klinger Office Supply
Keith Wilson Hatchery
Harmony Hall
'Wikel Typewriter
Contractors Tool.
Keicks
Henry Louis
Ken's
Videosonics
Palmer Chemical
MIT Press
Iowa City 'Credit.Bureau
Iowa City Clean Towel
IBM
Meacham Travel
National Council of Juvenile Court
Frohwein Supply
Nagle Lumber
Iowa City Petty Cash
Strub Welding
Oscar Powell
John Wilson
Darel Forman
J. C. Penney
Hawkeye Lumber
Iowa City Fire Department
Contractor's Tool
Kiecks
Fleetway Stores
Dr. L. H. Jacques
Ken's
Des Moines Register
Iowa City Clean Towel
Mercy Hospital
New Process Laundry
_-Fay's Fire Equipment
.Frohwein Supply
Iowa City Petty Cash
M
Office Supplies
Animal Feed
Office Supplies
Office Equipment
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Uniform Purchase
Lab Supplies
Uniform
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Lab Supplies
Book,
Technical SeTvic e
Towel Service
Maintenance Agreement
Air Fare
Subscription
Office Supplies & Furniture
Building Materials
Miscellaneous Expenses
Equipment Repair
Equipment Repair
Uniforms
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
Miscellaneous operating
Republic Electric
Traffic Signal Supplies
21,745.48
Radio Shack,
Electrical Supplies
16.62
11awkere Lumber
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
25.06
Plumber's Supply
Plumbing Supplies
13.00
Ken's
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
13.34
IL B. Allen
Traffic Signal Equipment
5,856.04
REA Express
Freight
11.95
Roger Brown Sales
Electrical Supplies
415.28
Office Supplies
T,_096.77
POLICE
Klinger Office Supply
Keith Wilson Hatchery
Harmony Hall
'Wikel Typewriter
Contractors Tool.
Keicks
Henry Louis
Ken's
Videosonics
Palmer Chemical
MIT Press
Iowa City 'Credit.Bureau
Iowa City Clean Towel
IBM
Meacham Travel
National Council of Juvenile Court
Frohwein Supply
Nagle Lumber
Iowa City Petty Cash
Strub Welding
Oscar Powell
John Wilson
Darel Forman
J. C. Penney
Hawkeye Lumber
Iowa City Fire Department
Contractor's Tool
Kiecks
Fleetway Stores
Dr. L. H. Jacques
Ken's
Des Moines Register
Iowa City Clean Towel
Mercy Hospital
New Process Laundry
_-Fay's Fire Equipment
.Frohwein Supply
Iowa City Petty Cash
M
Office Supplies
Animal Feed
Office Supplies
Office Equipment
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Uniform Purchase
Lab Supplies
Uniform
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Lab Supplies
Book,
Technical SeTvic e
Towel Service
Maintenance Agreement
Air Fare
Subscription
Office Supplies & Furniture
Building Materials
Miscellaneous Expenses
Equipment Repair
Equipment Repair
Uniforms
Travel Expense
Miscellaneous operating
Supplies
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
Food Allowance
Tools
Uniform Purchases
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
Physical Exams
Miscellaneous Supplies
Publications
Towel Service
Physical Exams
Laundry Service
Recharge Extinguishers
Office Supplies
Miscellaneous Expenses
31.90
78.SO
22.80
637.65
30.05
45.00
52.80
66.58
247. SS
306.54
12.79
4.11S
9.07
207.60,
130.00
8.001
131.00
7.28
46.60
2,075.86
12. 00
4.60
245.20
3.20
67.28
7.96
480.00
47.85
104.00
26.70
30.00
.59
64.49
56.33
53.00
52.27
10.7S
S5.17
12.76
1,333.SS
TRANSIT
Goodfellow Company
University of Iowa
Churchill Chemical
IBM
Frohwein Supplyr
Consumers Co-op
PARKS & RECREATION
Strub Welding
Aero Rental
American Art '& Clay
Hawkeye Wholesale
John Wilson
Keith Wilson Hatchery
Gilpin "Paint
Warren Rental
Kelly Cleaners
Kirkwood Kwik Kleen
Tom Wolf
Stillwell Paint Store
J. C. Penney
Hawkeye Lumber
Contractors Tool
Flixable Company
Pyramid Services
Trausch'Baking
Sherwin Williams
Hupp Electric Motors
West Music
Fleetway Stores
McCormick Paint
Central Pool Supply
Mrs. Harvey Henry
Standard Oil
Economy Advertising
1
Minor Equipment
Oil
46.75 ;
Oil
48.40 "
Fuel Oil
174.07'
16.62
269.22
Miscellaneous Supplies
9.87'`
Sand
21.96';,
Vehicle Repair Parts
30.69`s
Tools
10.52';:
Gasoline
59.91,;":
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
21.42'"-':
Miscellaneous Expenses
1.05
Cleaning Service
155.42'*
Printing Service
257.70, `
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
10.50
Cleaning Supplies
42.10
Maintenance Agreement
33.251•
Office Supplies
11.80
Diesel Fuel
913150
4.45 a`
1, 268.85, ;.
Minor Equipment
20.10 "
Equipment Rental
,.14:80,,
Electrical', Supplies
16.62
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
19:70"
Recreational Supplies
19.55
Animal Feed
74.15
Paint
37.36
Tool Rental
19.75
Cleaning Service
14.00
Towel Service
32.98
Refund
3.00
Paint
4.20
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
4.45 a`
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
107.84
Miscellaneous,Operating
Supplies
45.86 "
Repair parts
26.50 r
Oil
50.50
Animal Feed:
20.81'
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
12.65
Minor Equipment
38.09
Tune Piano
15.00
Miscellaneous Operating'
Supplies
8.06
Paint Supplies
11.44,-"
Recreation Supplies
7.65'
Technical Services
16.88
Gasoline
116.09
Printing Service
30.70
Daily Iowan
Johnson.Service Company
Plumbers Supply Company
Ken's
Eby's Sporting Goods
Westinghouse Learning Corporation
Sydney Laner
Professional.Chemists
McKesson Chemicals
Scientific International Research
Swim Quip Inc.
Iowa City Clean Towel
Mrs. Eugene Wiss ink
Churchill Chemical
C. R. Hill Company
Harry's Custom Trophies
Sterling Rubber Products
FrohweinSupply
Consumers Co-op
Nagle Lumber
Woods Tree Service
Transport Clearing"House
Iowa City Recreation Department
Institutional Cinema.Service
Iowa City Patty Cash
TRUST & AGENCY
Building Repair
Plumbing Supplies
Miscellaneous Supplies
.Recreation Supplies
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Recreation Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Water Treatment Chemicals
Cleaning Supplies
Operating Equipment
Towel Service
Recreation Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Miscellaneous Supplies
Recreation Supplies
Recreation Supplies
Office Supplies
Kerosene
Building Materials
Tree Removal
Freight
Petty Cash,
Recreation Supplies
Miscellaneous Expenses
City Treasurer Transfer
Iowa City Assoc. of Independent Insurance Agents Comprehensive Liability
Russ Mishak Agency Comprehensive Liability
City Treasurer Police Retirement
City Treasurer Fire Retirement
ROAD USE TAX
Warren Rental
Hawkeye Lumber
Contractors Tool
Stevens Sand & Gravel
All Wheel Drive Company
Daily Iowan
Ken's
Bituminous Materials
PARKING REVENUE
Boyd & Rummelhart
Tom Lyon
Treasurer of Iowa
Daphne Yansky
Contractors Tool
Kiecks
Frohwein Supply
Replacement Equipment
Miscellaneous Supplies
Barricade Rent
Sand
Equipment
Publications
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Asphalt
Meter Repairs
Refund
Sales Tax
Refund
Meter Repairs
Uniform Purchase
Office Supplies
7.20
76.50
95.07
124.41
94.91
36.00
32.23
58.00
91.31
157.30
3S5.80
18.32
8.82
31.55
S8.44
122.55
15.66,
39.14
1.00
7.20
482.67
37.20
3.46
19.45
17.74- 11
2,7.80.66
4,170.15
7,914.06
3,484.00
1,348.73
2,538.57
19,455.51
160.85
24.79
372.00
541.17
2,057.25
7.20
23.14
994.05
4,180.45
25.26
45: 00
232.67
5.00
13.45
77.50
30.33
429.21
PARKS,
4 RECREATION
Cont'd
Daily Iowan
Johnson.Service Company
Plumbers Supply Company
Ken's
Eby's Sporting Goods
Westinghouse Learning Corporation
Sydney Laner
Professional.Chemists
McKesson Chemicals
Scientific International Research
Swim Quip Inc.
Iowa City Clean Towel
Mrs. Eugene Wiss ink
Churchill Chemical
C. R. Hill Company
Harry's Custom Trophies
Sterling Rubber Products
FrohweinSupply
Consumers Co-op
Nagle Lumber
Woods Tree Service
Transport Clearing"House
Iowa City Recreation Department
Institutional Cinema.Service
Iowa City Patty Cash
TRUST & AGENCY
Building Repair
Plumbing Supplies
Miscellaneous Supplies
.Recreation Supplies
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Recreation Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Water Treatment Chemicals
Cleaning Supplies
Operating Equipment
Towel Service
Recreation Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Miscellaneous Supplies
Recreation Supplies
Recreation Supplies
Office Supplies
Kerosene
Building Materials
Tree Removal
Freight
Petty Cash,
Recreation Supplies
Miscellaneous Expenses
City Treasurer Transfer
Iowa City Assoc. of Independent Insurance Agents Comprehensive Liability
Russ Mishak Agency Comprehensive Liability
City Treasurer Police Retirement
City Treasurer Fire Retirement
ROAD USE TAX
Warren Rental
Hawkeye Lumber
Contractors Tool
Stevens Sand & Gravel
All Wheel Drive Company
Daily Iowan
Ken's
Bituminous Materials
PARKING REVENUE
Boyd & Rummelhart
Tom Lyon
Treasurer of Iowa
Daphne Yansky
Contractors Tool
Kiecks
Frohwein Supply
Replacement Equipment
Miscellaneous Supplies
Barricade Rent
Sand
Equipment
Publications
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
Asphalt
Meter Repairs
Refund
Sales Tax
Refund
Meter Repairs
Uniform Purchase
Office Supplies
7.20
76.50
95.07
124.41
94.91
36.00
32.23
58.00
91.31
157.30
3S5.80
18.32
8.82
31.55
S8.44
122.55
15.66,
39.14
1.00
7.20
482.67
37.20
3.46
19.45
17.74- 11
2,7.80.66
4,170.15
7,914.06
3,484.00
1,348.73
2,538.57
19,455.51
160.85
24.79
372.00
541.17
2,057.25
7.20
23.14
994.05
4,180.45
25.26
45: 00
232.67
5.00
13.45
77.50
30.33
429.21
SEWER REVENUE.
Hazel Coffin".
City of Coralville
Hawkeye Lumber
Wikel Typewriter
ContractorsTool
Stevens Sand $ Gravel
Michael Glasgow
Union Supply
Hupp Electric Motors
Fleetway Stores
Novotny's Cycle Center
Curtin Scientific
Hach Chemical
Betty Carlson -
Foxboro.Company
Plumbers Supply Company
Ken's
Sewer Reserve
Des Moines Register
York Time Controls.
Walter Norris.Corporation
Master Mechanic
Iowa City Clean Towel
Consumers Co-op'
Iowa City Petty Cash
:LA 04tA,14441ifp,
John Nash
Capitol Propane
Treasurer of Iowa
Hazel Coffin
Hawkeye,'Lumber .
Contractors' Tool
Michael Glasgow
Hupp Electric Motors
"- Fleetway Stores
Utility Equipment Company
Hach Chemical
Betty Carlson
Plumbers Supply
Ken's
Water Reserve
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Waterous Company
Nalco
Rate A Flow Corporation
McKesson Chemical Company
Iowa City Clean Towel
Linwood Stone
Bit Orleans
Clow Corporation
Alter & Sons
Sewer Service
10.60'
Propane
20.47 '.
Miscellaneous
Supplies
Refund
35.68
Maintenance Agreement
3.37" t
32.50
Miscellaneous
Operating
Supplies
28.59
Sand
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
4.00 ..:
7.21 s
Refund
Lab Supplies
36.39
1.50._
Miscellaneous
Operating
Supplies
4.94
Equipment Repair
Transfer,
95.63'
Miscellaneous
Operating
Supplies
2.14
Miscellaneous
Operating'
Supplies
3.50
Lab Supplies
3,874.87
Towel Service
94.87 ,
Lab Supplies
1,185.06 !,
Improvement Repair
18.55
Refund
904.26 P
Minor Equipment
2.88
Miscellaneous
Operating
Supplies
28.20
Miscellaneous.Operating
Supplies
24.46
Sanitation Supplies
.59
Transfer
6,899.15
Publications
64.50 '
Miscellaneous
Operating
Supplies
10.22
Minor -Equipment. , I
25.18. ..
Miscellaneous
Operating
Supplies
67.15
Towel Service
5.46 ,
Fuel Oil
401.00''
Miscellaneous
Expenses
2.9Q
7,880.46
Food
10.60'
Propane
15.70'
Sales Tax
2,015.67'
Refund
7.28 ,.
Miscellaneous Supplies
3.37" t
Barricade Rent
33.71 '.
Refund 13.09
Equipment Repair
34.57
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
4.00 ..:
Water Meter Supplies
896.86
Lab Supplies
36.39
Refund
S.93
Plumbing Supplies
71.80;,,::
Miscellaneous Operating
39.49
Transfer,
21,498.59
Publications
10.64
Plumbing Supplies
49.50
Chemicals
3,225.43 <.
Water System Improvements
210.00
Water Treatment Chemicals
3,874.87
Towel Service
42.67
Water Treatment Chemicals
1,185.06 !,
Improvement Repair
301.52
Water Meter Parts
904.26 P
Minor Equipment
54.40
34,535.40
CON
F F, S Construction
Estle De Long
Pleasant Valley
PAYROLL
Hawkeye,State;Bank
Hawkeye State Bank
Hawkeye State Bank
Bridge Construction
Ground Improvements
Ground Improvements
Payroll
Payroll
Payroll
REVOLVING FUND
Strub Welding
Vehicle Repairs
John Nash
Sanitation Supplies
-Spenler'Tire
Vehicle Repair
�,
Warren Rental
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SPECIAL..ASSESSIMNM
Travel Advance
Abbie Stolfus
Travel Advance
James McFall
Recreation Department
Sewer
Easement
134.00
Charles Thatcher
Sewer
Easement
453.00 -
Lola Johnson
Car Washes
Sewer
Easement
67 .00
508.00
National By, -Products
Wicks 0i1 Company
Wicks O
W
Sewer
Easement
382.00
Louis Maher
Dave Schmidt Construction
Company
Sewer
Sewer
Easement
System Construction
4'077.04
Power Equipment
Maintenance Agreement
Contractors Tool
5,621.04
STRUCTION
Iowa City`Petty Cash
Miscellaneous Expenses
All Wheel Drive Company
CON
F F, S Construction
Estle De Long
Pleasant Valley
PAYROLL
Hawkeye,State;Bank
Hawkeye State Bank
Hawkeye State Bank
Bridge Construction
Ground Improvements
Ground Improvements
Payroll
Payroll
Payroll
REVOLVING FUND
Strub Welding
Vehicle Repairs
John Nash
Sanitation Supplies
-Spenler'Tire
Vehicle Repair
Warren Rental
Equipment Repair
Billie'Hauber
Travel Advance
Abbie Stolfus
Travel Advance
Recreation Department
Petty Cash
Paul's'Texaco
Vehicle Repairs
Continental Ail
Oil
Hilltop D -X
Car Washes
Safety Test'_5 Equipment
Vehicle Repair Parts
Wicks 0i1 Company
Wicks O
W
Oil '
Lumber
HawSun
Miscellaneous Supplies
Line
Vehicle Repair Parts
Power Equipment
Maintenance Agreement
Contractors Tool
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
Iowa City`Petty Cash
Miscellaneous Expenses
All Wheel Drive Company
Vehicle Repair Parts
Pyramid Services
Vehicle Repair Parts
Cline Truck
Vehicle Repair Parts
A.S.I.
Vehicle Repair Parts
Fleetway Stores
Vehicle Repair Parts
Sy Seydel
Vehibte Repair Parts
Novotney's Cycle Center
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies,
Wagner Pontiac
Vehicle Repair Parts
Standard Oil
Gasoline
McFall-Shubatt
Vehicle Repair
-Globe Machinery
Miscellaneous Operating
Supplies
Dan Fesler
Vehicle Repair Parts
Economy Advertising
Printing Service
Erbs Office Service
Office Supplies
29,817.94,
10,738.65
14,444 46 ,
55,001.05
153,314.06'
101,570:07
513.49"
255,397.62
54".38
24.65
10.00
25.90
75.00
12.00
16.30
15.78
80.41'
66.00'
239.74
148.50
10.60
300.00 <:
25.00
49.39
200.00
30.82
60.83 •'
95.05
72.00
7.36
22.15
15.80
60
3,055.51
26.60
371:17
199.00
81:00
213.91
LEASED HOUSING
City of Iowa City
Iowa Housing '& Redevelopment
Iowa Housing B Redevelopment
Various Owners
Modonna Stellinga
Fran Van Milligan
City of Iowa City
Iowa -Illinois Gas F, Electric
.Iowa -Illinois Gas 8 Electric
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REVOLVING.FUND Cont'd
14.40 `
Daily Iowan
87.50''
Johnson County Recorder
192.40
Altorfer Machinery `
2,580.24-,`
Henke Manufacturing
10.16
Plumbers Supply
S.69
Ken's
231.51
Des Moines Register
19.04
Cedar Rapids Gazette
1,722.95
Xerox Corporation
335.43
Michael Topp Company
416.78
Pioneer Inc.'
60.70
-,Communications Engineering
Company
Iowa City'Clean Towel'
734.21
Moorman Equipment Company
1,419.54
Goodyear Service Store
32.50 .
Missouri.Valley Asso. Fire
Chiefs
Multigraphics
91.00
Dewey's'Auto 'Salvage
73.16
Iowa City Glass B Mirror
103.87
I Bid
247.85 '
Frohwein Supply
401.014
Consumers Co-op;
27.00':
Red. Carpet Travel
22.23`
Briggs Transportation
240.00:
National League of Cities
11.20
Recreation Department
8.65"
Big 10 DX
11.90
Holiday: Inn Shell
18.33
Iowa City Petty Cash
ESCROW
Hawkeye Wholesale
Johnson County Treasurer
Pleasant Valley
University Computer Center
Nagle Lumber
Iowa City Petty Cash
LEASED HOUSING
City of Iowa City
Iowa Housing '& Redevelopment
Iowa Housing B Redevelopment
Various Owners
Modonna Stellinga
Fran Van Milligan
City of Iowa City
Iowa -Illinois Gas F, Electric
.Iowa -Illinois Gas 8 Electric
Coffee Room Supplies
State Fines F, Bonds
Trees
Data Processing
Building Materials
Miscellaneous Expenses
January Expenses
Pre -registration
Pre -registration
March Rent
Refund
Refund
Water E Sewer for Dallas Warner
Bill for Dallas Warner $ M. Stellinga
Payment for outstanding bill
14,753.98
128.16
1,836.00
599.00
141.65
664.00
58.65
3,427.46
2,019.45
11.50
5.00
24,742.50
23.02
50.00
28.90
38.08
47.90
26,966.35
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Publications
14.40 `
Recording Service
87.50''
Vehitib Repair Parts 'r
192.40
MiscellaneousSupplies
2,580.24-,`
Miscellaneous Operating Supplies
10.16
Vehitle Repair Parts
S.69
Publications
231.51
Publications
19.04
Printing' Supplies
1,722.95
Vehicle Repair Parts
335.43
Office Supplies
416.78
Equipment Maintenance
60.70
Towel Service'
23.85`
Vehitle Repair Parts
734.21
Tire Repairs
1,419.54
Dues
32.50 .
Repair Parts
5.40
Towing
91.00
Building B Vehicle Repair
73.16
Maintenance Agreement
103.87
Office Supplies
247.85 '
Fuel Oil
401.014
Air Fare
27.00':
Freight
22.23`
Prevregistration
240.00:
Petty Cash
11.20
Vehicle Repair Parts
8.65"
Vehitle Repair
11.90
Miscellaneous Expenses
18.33
Coffee Room Supplies
State Fines F, Bonds
Trees
Data Processing
Building Materials
Miscellaneous Expenses
January Expenses
Pre -registration
Pre -registration
March Rent
Refund
Refund
Water E Sewer for Dallas Warner
Bill for Dallas Warner $ M. Stellinga
Payment for outstanding bill
14,753.98
128.16
1,836.00
599.00
141.65
664.00
58.65
3,427.46
2,019.45
11.50
5.00
24,742.50
23.02
50.00
28.90
38.08
47.90
26,966.35
The above disbursements allocated by fund in the total amount of $575,025.58 represent
an accurate accountingof obligations of the City of Iowa City.
B. Pugh, r./
Director of Finance
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URBAN RENEWAL •
Park Fair, Inc.
Relocation Mall
112,628.08
:Red Carpet Travel Services
Relocation,Payment
1,018.96
Hoffman -Waters
Appraisal Fees
2S0.00
Iowa Appraisal & Research
Updating Appraisals
50.00
Mary Andre
Rental Assistance
780.00
Peters & Martinsons
Iowa City Graphics
City of Iowa City
January Expenses
8,494.88
Communication Channels
Advertising
505.00
Bureau of Labor
Inspection Fees
18.00
William Moore
Refund Rent
56.50
Dean Palos
Dislocation Allowance
175.00
Schwab Advertising System
Rent Refund
40.00
Crouse Transfer & Storage
Reissuance of Check
200.00
Schwab Advertising System
Relocation Payment
360.00
General Pest Control Company
Service for February
6.79
Iowa Housing &h Redevelopment
1973 IHRA Dues
5.00
Saylor Locksmithing
Emergency Lock Maintenance
8.50
Peters & Martinsons
Project Iowa R-14
1,222.25,
Oliver Tinker
Second Year Rental
216.00
Petty Cash
Petty Cash Miscellaneous Expenses
18.06
Bill's Plumbing & Heating
Plumbing & Heating Repairs
113.30
126,903,63.
Total Disbursements
575,025.58'
The above disbursements allocated by fund in the total amount of $575,025.58 represent
an accurate accountingof obligations of the City of Iowa City.
B. Pugh, r./
Director of Finance
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IOWA CITY 'HOUSING COMMISSION
MINUTES
February 7, 1973
MEMBERS PRESENT: Litton, Frimml, Hamer, Walker, White
MEMBERS ABSENT: Stier, Duncan
STAFF PRESENT: Seydel, Schierbrock
Vice -chairwoman Litton called the meeting to order.
1. Hamer made the motion to approve the January 17,'1973
minutes as written. This was seconded by White and
passed unanimously.
2. Coordinator's Report'
a. At the present time there are 205 units under lease.
The Housing Authority is holding out for possible one
four-bedroom unit and three two-bedroom units to fill.
the:209.unit.capacity. This capacity fulfillment is
anticipated -by'the '-end of February. These larger units
would balance out the present over, load of one -bedroom
units.
b., .In December, the Housing Authority received a request
from Johnson County Social Services concerning a 16
year old mother on ADC in need of low cost housing.
The Authority sought the legal advice from Jim Hess
and his statements were as follows:
Since -the girl in question is drawing ADC, we
can assume that either her husband is unwill
ing`or unable to provide support. In that
case, the state is acting as a quasi guardian
of the applicant. Now wanting to set policy
with respect to the low rent housing program,
I am leary about advising you in this matter
except as to possible legal problems.
It is my considered opinion that should the
girl be qualified in other respects, it would
not be illegal nor unseemly for us to provide
a low rent housing for the girl in question.
Seydel reported this information back to Johnson County
Social Services and so far he has not received any
further response about this matter.
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c. A letter from Byron Beeler dated January 25, 1973
regarding rezoning of the proposed site for the
housing for the elderly project in the Towncrest
area was brought forth. A copy of.the letter had
aj. o bBpil pr`I11. 1 t Illp 111;11)111 nU F ZI III l lul ('rylnmlpp 1/111
rur their. jnrorumaL.ion.'
Beeler's comments were concerned with the proposed
site as a buffer area between Mercer Park and the
single family area to the north. He states:
...this buffer area was planned and agreed
to be multiple zoned at the time that I
negotiated the sale of Mercer Park to the
City. We had planned on either apartments
or a housing for the elderly project on
Tract B...
Unfortunately Lhere are no written agreements about
Tract B (proposed site) on file with the City as
reported by Seydel.
d: The Planning & ZoningCommission will be considering
and possibly' taking action on "Special Use Permits"
which would include elderly housing, as reported by
SeydeL
e. Seydel reminded the Housing Commission to continue to
work on the Housing for the Elderly package in hopes
that the moratorium on the HUD funds will soon be lifted.
3. Old Business
Litton questioned if action had been takento acquire
information about displaced and relocated people of
the new Post Office Building site. Seydel stated that
verbal contact had not achieved positive results. His
next form of action will be written to the main office
in Kansas City, Mo.
4. New Business
Vice -chairwoman Litton suggested that contact should be
made with Jean Rissover of Urban Renewal Dept., to acquire
information to determine the needs of housing in Iowa
City. Hamer volunteered to interview.
5. The public did not bring forth discussion.
6. The Commissioners were reminded of next meeting time on
February 21, 1973.
• 7. Frimml motioned to adjourn the meeting. It was seconded by
Hamer and passed 5/0.
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IOWA CITY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
February 19, 1973
The Iowa City Human Relations Commission met in regular session on
Monday, February 19, 1973, at 8:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at
the Civic Center.
Members Present: Donald Hoy
Richard Braverman
Arthur Walker
Sharon Kelley
Harriet Coty
Mori Costantino
Members Absent: Paul Neuhauser
h'
P it Jones
Bud Means
Minutes of the January 15, 1973 meeting were unanimously approved.
REFERRAL FROM CITY COUNCIL OF PERSONNEL PROCEDURES AND CLASSIFICATION.
PLAN.
Don Hoy reported that a representative from the Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission, Kansas City Regional Office, had been scheduled
last week to meet with _various members of the City Staff, interested
persons from the community, and members of the Human Relations
Commission. He further stated that since a complaint had been filed
against the City in terms of the personnel system, it was not possible
for advisory personnel from EEOC to assist the City at the same time
a complaint is being reviewed,, and that there is now no way to obtain
assistancefromthem for the review of the City's personnel system.,
He stated also that the Human Relations Commission is now in the
position of providing this expertise on their own, and will need to
be prepared to make recommendations on interpretations of the law,
what employers must do to comply, and secondly make a judgment as to
whether the City of Iowa City is in compliance, and if not, what
has to be done specifically to get into compliance.
Commission members then discussed the need for expertise in the review
of this subject, and the need for expert staff to work with the
Commission.Dick Braverman pointed out that the review is more than
the Commission members themselves are really able to do in terms of
the many guidelines and interpretations of the law, and research needs
to be done by those who have expertise in the field.
The Commission discussed at length the various alternatives for staff
work. 'Harriet Coty pointed out that the Commission should learn in
Human Relations Commission
Minutes,'February 19, 1973
Page 2
depth the various aspects of the law so that a review of the research
done,can be accomplished more effectively from a position of knowledge
rather than getting into "buck passing." The Secretary reported that
the City staff was also looking into the possibility of retaining
persons with expertise in this field to conduct research on the law
and the City's position with regard to the law. The Secretary pointed
out that the Manager would be moving ahead on this approach shortly
and coordinated effort should be maintained.
Mori Costantino then moved, seconded by Sharon Kelley, to request
the City Council to obtain expert staff assistance to review the
law and its requirements, keeping in mind that a complaint has been
fildd and there is only 60 days for State investigation before EEOC
comes in to review. Said motion was unanimously adopted.
Following discussion on how to select a person or persons for
--staff research, Don Hoy suggested that he, Harriet Coty and Dick
Braverman meet with,the City Manager on this.process if'..thp,r,equest
"is granted by Council Harriet' Coty stated that the City Attorney
should also be advising the Commission in this area and should take
part in the review of theresearch material. She also questioned the
appropriateness of'the.Council referring this whole'subject to the
Commission after passage rather than before passage.
Sharon Kelley suggested that City employees be invited to provide
input,to:.the Commission or to file complaints if they wished. She
then agreed to prepare a draft of 6 letter which could be sent to
employees to this effect.
DISCRIMINATORY NEWSPAPER ADS
Mori Costantino reported that the City of Coralville had advertised
for police in the Press -Citizen and that the heights and weights stated
were possibly discriminatory against women as a class unless proof
was available that the requirements were job related. Don Hoy agreed
to ask the Iowa City Civil Service Commission if they would contact
the Coralville Police Department about these requirements.
Sharon Kelley reported that she and Paul Neuhauser spoke with
representatives of the Daily Iowan concerning discriminatory want
ads, and they agreed to keep their ads in compliance with the law.
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Human Relations Commission
• Minutes, January 15, 1973
Page 3
STATUS REPORT ON RESEARCH PROJECT REQUESTED BY COMMISSION FROM
CITY STAFF
Dan Hoy reported that a part-time staff person had been hired to work
on the research project concerning minority group statistics. He
also reported that a study design had been prepared, and work
could proceed immediately.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mori Costantino brought to Commission attention that the Iowa Civil
Rights Commission was in the process of planning a series of programs
around the State dealing with new developments in civil rights laws.
She suggested that the Iowa City Commission request the Iowa Civil
Rights Commission to set up one of these programs in Iowa City. Don
Hoy agreed to make this request to the State Commission.
'There being no further business to come before the Commission, the.
meeting was adjourned at 9.30.P.:M.:
Secretary
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M&BERS PRESENT: Blum, Cordier, Fhninger, Eskin, Hubbard, Prediger, Russell,
Welsh
MEMBERS ABSENT: Kril
Rev. Welsh called the meeting to order. The minutes of the January 29,
February 5, and February 12 meetings of the Cannittee were accepted.
A'concern from public attending the meeting was expressed that the subject
of "public access" had not been dealt with to any extent during Omu&ttee
discussicas.
Mr. Oordier listed the television capability at the University of Iowa as
follows: Medicine has sophisticated color capability and a similar capability
is being installed in the Dental School. College of Education has production
capability;'Division of Broadcasting and Film of the Department of Speech and
Dramatic Art has two'camera capability and 2 inch origination; the Wendell
Jdwson Clinic -has two. -camera capability; School.of Nursing has some equipment;
Ray"Kril in'the Marorial Union, and the Center for the Performing Arts are
also into production. Audio Visual is the only deparbrent where,equipment can..
be used; free to the'faculty and staff but rented to the. public.
Ms. Prediger.reported on Mission TV in San. Diego,. California, where she visited
last week. Zhe system services seven:eommunities which individually contract
with the owner.-Cmpany has been in operation for ten to twelve years. operating
12, channel ,system which is now increasing to 26 when FCC approves. There are
75,000 subscribers and 200,000 are expected. Now they sell time when it is
available an:ene darnel for origination of programming at $75 per hour including
too As" audio equipment,engineer and director. Mission TV pays $2.50
per month,per pole as a rental fee.
Rev. Welsh offered,,,two new publications to the Omidttee, one of which made
the statemekt'ihat°Iowa City ranks with Cambridge, Massachusetts, Ann Arbor,
Michion; and,'Stanford, California, in its, pool of talent for origination of
pnograing.
All publications'were requested by the Chairman to be available in the Civic
Center the following;morning for use of the Iowa City Public Library for
cataloging.
Mr. Russell indicated that discussion was needed on the Committee's view of
the use of`Cable TV in the classroom.
Mr. Blum reported that he had written to FCC Conmissicner Johnson on the subject�
of crosswni ership. Jdtinson replied that after a FCC hearing, the FCC will
consider petitions for"cross-ownership of broadcasters and CATV owners. Mr.
Blum suggested that there could well be a problem of the basic legal question
of FCC control over CATV, and that the Ommittee should be aware of it.
CATV.Committee
February 191 1973
Page 2
Mr. Blum also offered to the Committee a copy of each FCC Commissioner's
comments on the February 12 rulings by the Commission. There appears to
be a deep-seated difference of opinion among the Commissioners.
Chairman Welsh had a reply from the Governor's office in response to our
recommendation that some kind of advisory body is needed at the state level
(whickletier supported the action of the Iowa State Education Association
in this matter).
Mr. Hubbard was asked to compose a reply to the recent
letter and to answer the questions posed about what items a possible committee
would need to study, who should serve on it, what groups to include, and the
recommendation of the use of an existing agency, or the creation of a new
one. Mr. Hubbard will bring the reply to the Iowa City Committee at its
next meeting.
Mr. Cordier reported that a student, Mike Porter, in Broadcasting is currently
doing.a paper on Secondary Education and CATV and recommendations for the use
of CABLE TV in the Iowa City school system. The Committee would be pleased
to have this information or any other kind of research input that is available.
Mr. Cordier distributed his collation of material on "System Design" in,which
he had,combined the questions of six members of the Committee, plus material
from the Cable Television Information Service publication, plus ordinance''from
Lakewood.,Colorado.
Before.taking,up the material in this report, the Chairman asked,for some
discussion of his "Recommendations for Future Activities of the Committee"
in order that a timetable could be tentatively agreed upon. During this
discussion, Mr. Cordier reiterated a concern that perimeters be defined and
a consultant be used to come up with a feasibility study that would tell
the'Committee, among other things, what kinds of revenues the system might,
produce. It..was decided that (1) Communities that have,used consultants
would be queried, (2) City Staff would be asked to provide a '.'ball park
figure" on miles of cable, above and below ground, to be.used in wiring
the City.
After''considerable discussion, the decision was made to hold a public meeting
on March 8, 1973, (Thursday) in.which the community would be asked to express
to the Committee their concerns and ideas on cable television for Iowa City.
'The format of this meeting, it was agreed, will not include a presentation
by the Committee nor the answering of questions by Committee members. It was
decided that Committee members would question speakers if they chose to do so.
Among others, those to be notified of the meeting would be groups and persons
who have indicated an interest in securing a franchise. Further plans for this
meeting will be discussed at the February 26 meeting.
The meeting time was changed to 7 P.M. on Monday evenings. The February 26
agenda will deal with plans for Mr. Holland's visit on March 5 as well as plans
for a meeting with Mr. Gold on March 19 to discuss "public access". Committee
• input is to be solicited at the next meeting on the "pros and cons of owner-
ship" -report of Ms. Eskin and Ms. Ehninger. Mr. Cordier's report on "system
design" will be studied in depth beginning at the next meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 6:40 P.M.
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Ringgenberg, Cain, Knight, Corrigan, Davidsen, Welt,
Meardon, DeCounter
MEMBERS ABSENT Baldus
STAFF PRESENT : Rosenstein
GUESTS PRESENT Janet Shipton, 820 Woodside Drive
Mr. Meardon called the meeting to order.
Mrs. Davidsen-moved that the minutes of the February 7 meeting be approved,
seconded by Mr. Corrigan. Motion unanimously carried.
Mr. Meardon then called for any public attending the meeting to address the
committee._ Ms. Janet Shipton, -820 Woodside Drive, Iowa City, Iowa, stated
the following:
a. She supports the full-time manager as essential to the smooth -running
of`a.city the size of Iowa City.
b. Under the weak -mayor system, too much policy is being generated by
staff and too little; by the council and a strong mayor would be more
likely to provide policy leadership.
c. That one factor for a person considering to run for mayor might be to
decide whether they could get,along with the city manager.
d. That there should be ward representation to encourage wider participa-
tion in the election, process.
e. That five wards would open the primary elections to more groups with
less financial backing.
f. That at -large candidates be nominated fora particular seat.
g. That at -large members should be paid considerably more than the ward
members if a mixed system is decided on.
h. That at -large councilmen should be given an area of concern in which
he should read thestaffmaterial in detail (for example: finance,
public safety, streets).
i. That place of residence should hot be a requisite for ward representation
within 'a city of this size.
Ms. Shipton then called for any questions from the committee. Mr. Meardon
thanked her for her presentation. Mr. Ringgenberg asked Ms. Shipton to elaborate
on her point about candidates running for particular seats, and she stated that
seats might be numbered.
Mrs. Cain then asked what advice to give the public when asked on what meeting
to come to in order to address the committee. Mr. Meardon stated that, as far
as he was concerned,they could give a presentation at either meeting. It was
also decided that the Thursday night meetings would be taped.
Mr. Meardon then read a letter from Councilman Czarnecki to the Charter Committee
regarding personal observations on functions of government. Mr. Meardon directed
Mr. Rosenstein to make copies of the letter and distribute to the Committee.
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February 14, 1973
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Turning to the Model Charter to Article I, Section 1.01 -Powers of the City
Mr. Meardon called for any suggestions on amendments to this section. No —
one commented.
Section 1.02 --None
Section 1.03 --Mr. Ringgenberg stated that it was not necessary to have this
section in, that this type of section is one that could start cluttering up
the charter, and is one that some people don't understand and therefore might
not vote forthe charter because of this. lie stated that Section 1.01 and
1.02 could be combined or ;possibly no sections, just Article I. Mr. Corrigan
stated that he :could recommend that Section
1.03 be left t in the charter. He
also suggested some type of additions possible in the charter. Mr. Ringgenberg
stated that a possible preamble 'or introductory statement of some kind might
be a good 'idea. Mrs. Cain stated that she liked the idea of a preamble to the
charter.
Mr:`Corrigan 'then 'moved that the Committee should have a preamble for the
charter. Mrs. Cain seconded the motion. Motion unanimously carried.
Mrs. Cain asked if Section 1.03 or any similar section specifically related
to intergovernmental relations was important legally. Mr. Ringgenberg stated
that 1.02 and 1.03 are neither necessary to a charter legally. Mrs. David -
sen moved that the Committee omit Section 1.03, seconded by Mr. Knight. Motion
unanimously carried.
Mr. Meardon then called for motion to combine Section 1.01 and 1.02 of the
proposed charter. Mrs. Cain moved that, for now, the Committee leave the
sections separate as they are written, seconded by Mrs, Davidsen. Motion
passed 7.to 1.
Mr. Meardon commended the new lay review article from Drake University, dealing
with the background of legislation, with a lot citations and suggested that the
Committee obtain a copy.
Mr. Rosenstein suggested that the preamble be started on. Mr. Meardon suggested
that all of the Committee members come up with one or two points that it should
include. Mrs. Davidsen stated that she thought the Committee should wait until
they had gone over this entire process. Committee decided to wait as suggested.
Article II -Section 2.01 --Committee discussed wards and terms of office on
council. 'Committee decided to go around the table with each member expressing
his or her personal belief as to what Article II, Section 2.01, which pertains
to the composition, eligibility, election, and terms of the City Council,
should provide. It was made very clear that the opinions expressed at this time
would not bind any Committee members, or the Committee, and that the view points
could be changed at any time. Mr. Corrigan stated that he liked seven on the
Council, in favor of one two-year term and six four-year terms, so that each
time four people came up for election. Mrs. Cain stated that she was for seven
council members but this would depend on the possibility of wards. She stated
that she favored at least a majority of council elected at -large. Mr. Ringgenberg
stated that presently he favors a council of seven members, one members being
council migntbe larger. mr. Knignt stated tnat no aia nVL wane w TUU Wuc
council be too big and that he could go along with seven and that the number
would depend on the number of wards used. He further stated that the mayor
should be elected by the voters. Mrs. Davidsen stated she was for seven
council members if the elections were at -large, mayor elected separately,
and for nine if there were wards.She further stated that'she favored
candidates running for specific seats. Mr. Welt stated that he believed
that five is a workable number but that seven was not much more of a change
than five. He stated that he favored seven. Mr. Welt further stated that
he likes Mr. Corrigan's earlier proposal of seven council members, four being
elected at -large and three from wards. Mr. DeCounter stated that he was for
seven council 'seats no matter if there were at -large elections or wards. He
stated that nine was too many members to get the job done. Mr. Meardon
stated that he favored a council of seven members, four being elected at -large
and three by wards. He stated that he agreed with Ms. Shipton, that the
ward representative did not need to reside in -that ward. He -further stated
that he favored staggered terms with the ward representatives being elected
every two years and the at -large council members having four-year terms.
Mr. DeCounter;stated that he would like to bring in the present city council
members individually to find out what problems they were having and how input
flowed under the present system. Mr.'-Corrigan.suggested that past council
members also be brought in. Discussion followed and the Committee decided to
invite these people to come to a committee meeting. It was also decided .that
the first invitation would go, to Mayor Brandt for the Charter Committee meeting
of February 21, 1973. Mr. Rosenstein was directed to prepare a copy of council
members "serving ''Iowa City under the council -manager -at -large form for the meet-
ing of February, 15, 1973. Mrs. Davidsen stated that the Committee might be
criticized for'this action and that it should balance this with other 'consider-
utions,'also spending time with people with innovative ideas. Mrs. Cain
suggested that the Committee might want to talk to a city administrator who
" has had considerable experience.
Discussion next centered around whether the Committee should be swayed by
public opinion or whether it should come up with a proposal that they felt
was best for Iowa City and then sell the proposal to the public.
Mr. Corrigan stated that there is the possibility of using newspaper ballots
to judge public opinion as had been brought up by Mr. Oaks, a professional
consultant. 'Mr. Meardon stated that this 'would result in special interest
groups sending in numerous ballots.
The meeting was adjourned by the Chairman at 5:55 P.M.
Approved by Pat Cain
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STAFF PRESENT: Rosenstein
GUESTS PRESENT: Dorothy Douglass, 1030 E. Burlington, James Keele,
502 Grandview Court
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Mr. Meardon.
Mr. Meardon stated that, the meeting was being held at the Conference
room and if attendance required the meeting would be moved to the
Council Chambers.
Mr. Rosensteinstated' that fourth count census data for `Iowa `City
was not available in census tracts and thus the Laboratory for
Political Research could not give.the.Committee.an area distribution
of'Iowa City's socio-economic variables. Mr. Rosenstein also
apologized for`his mistake concerning the date of the public meeting.
Mr. Meardon next summarized the Charter Committee meeting of
February 15, 1973, for Mr. Baldus who had been unable to, attend
that meeting. Mr. Baldus stated that at this time he did not want
to express his views as to size and make-up of the council.
Ms. Douglas stated that Action for a Better Community was working
on a- proposal': containing a form of government to be presented to
the Charter Committee.
Article II, Cit Council (Model City Charter); Discussion was held
as to whether t e Committee should break down into sub -committees
to consider these subjects.
Section 2.01, Com osition, Eli ibilit Election and Term of the
FI council: T e Committee eci a to elay discussion o this
subject until further study, could be made. 'It was also decided
to deal with this important subject as a whole Committee.
Mr. Ringgenberg questioned why the Committee was using the Model
City Charter since most decisions to be made depended on the
basic form of4 overnment the Committee chooses. Mr. Ringgenberq
further stated that the Committee should decide what kind of things
it wants in the Charter. The Committee decided to use the Model
City Charter at least for this meeting.
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Section 2.02, Com osition, and Ex enses of the Council. Mr.
Corr gan asked i t o Committee deci a to raise t o council's
compensation whether the actual decision would have to be made
by the: present city council since an 'increase in the council's
compensation could not become effective during the term in which
the increase was adopted and thus it could not be done by ,the
next city council operating under anew city charter.
Several of the Committee members expressed the desire to have :
increased council compensation and toprovide a mechanism
which would take the burden off the council for raising their
own salaries,
Mrs. Cain asked if it was legal to pay at -large council members
more than ward 'council members.
Mr. Baldus stated that the following phrase could be included
at the end of Section 2•.02. "The Council shall appoint a
commission of •five people and they shall be known as the Council
Compensation -Commission which shall meet from time to time and
recommend to.council the'salaries the council shall be paid
which shall be commensurate with their responsibilities as
informed',policy makers for the city and the time they devote to
this task." Mr. Corrigan stated that he had devised a`similar
addition to section 2.'02 which reads, "By ordinance the council:
shall in consultation with the 'Iowa City City Compensation
Commission, prescribe the compensation. Mr. Corrigan slated.
that this commission would review other city officier's salaries.
Several of the Committee members expressed the desire to submit
committee comments following each Charter item so as togive
a better understanding of the City Charter.
Discussion was'next held on the possibility of writing something
into the Charter which would increase the council's compensation
and then allowing.the`council to set subsequent compensations
by council ordinance. Mr. Baldus stated that this procedure,
called a schedule,; is often used in the writing of state'
constitutions
Discussion was held on whether, the amount of the salary would
make a difference in the type of people that would run for the
city council.
It was moved by Mr. Corrigan, and seconded by Mr. Baldus that the
Chairappoint a sub -committee to study the area of compensation.
The motion carried 8-0 with Mrs. Davidsen abstaining. (Mrs.
Davidsen had just arrived). Mr. Meardon'appointed Mr. Baldus,
Mr. Knight, and Mr.'Welt'to the sub -committee.
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Several of the Committee members thought it would be a good idea
to have individual council members set aside a regular, time to
be down at the Civic Center and available to anyone who wanted to
come down to discuss policy issues. It was felt that this would
make the council more available. It was also felt by a few of
the Committee members that this might take some of the pressure
off having a ward system because people might have better access
to individual council members.
Section 2.03, Mayor. Mr. Meardon asked the Committee how many
t em e t
the mayor should be elected separately.
Mr. Ringgenberg stated that he did on one condition, that being
that the powers of the mayor are only policy leading powers and
not executive powers. Mr. Corrigan, agreed, with: Mr. Ringgenberg
on this. Mrs. Davidsen,stated that :this was especially so with
a combination election by, wards and at -large. Mr. Baldus stated
that h.e favored Mr. Ringgenberg's view and he stated that there
wasa provision in the National Municipal'League's Charter which
dealt with the policy -administration issue, applying;to`a city
manager.or to a mayor. -It states "Except for the purpose of
inquiries and investigations under section 2.09 the council or
its members shalldealwith city officers and employees who are subject
to the direction and.supervision of the manager solely through the
manager, and neither the 'council -nor its members shall give orders
to any, such officer or, employee, either-publicly.or,privately.
The Committee went around the table expressing their opinions
as; to whetherthereshould be an elected mayor. The Committee
unanimously expressed that at this time they favored the election
of the mayor by 'the voters
Discussion next centered around the Kammerer article on
elected mayors in Florida, a synopsis of which was distributed to
the Committee by Mr. Rosenstein. Mr. Baldus asked Mr. Rosenstein
if there had been a provision in these cities which protected
the administration from council meddling. Mr. Rosenstein stated
that Kammerer had not mentioned whether such a provision had been
in effect in Florida. He further stated that his research has
shown that there have been studies which have shown that elected
mayors interfere with the administration and others which show
that the elected mayor and manager form a team. Several of the
Committee members stated that it would be very important that the
mayor's and the manager's role be well defined. The Committee felt
this 'could be done in both the charter :and in the charter comments.
Mr. Baldus said that this type of commentary was on Page 18 of the
National Municipal League's Model City Charter.
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• February 15P 1973
Discussion was held on whether the Charter Committee wanted a
city manager for Iowa City. .Several members of the Committee
stated that they had not been persuaded that the problem in
Iowa City is based upon the 'fact that 'Iowa `City has a city
manager`or that another form of government would work better
than a council-manager form._ Ms. Douglass suggested that the
Committee look into a strong -mayor with an administrative
assistant. Mr. Corrigan stated that if Iowa City goes the route
of a.professional,administrator that this position should be
given the safeguards from meddling which would ,not happen with
a strong mayor. There was', also the problem of what happens if
there was a bad mayor who would be in charge of administration
for four years, whereas if there was a`bad city manager he could
be,fired at anytime.
Mr. Baldus,,Mr. Corrigan, Mr. Knight, Mr. Welt, Mrs. Cain,
Mr. DeCounter, Mr..Meardon and Mrs'. Davidsen expressed that they
presently_ favored retaining a city manager form of government.
Several of the members said they either wanted to weaken the
manager, or,strengthen the council in the policy making process.,
Mr. Ringgenberg stated Ito.the Committee that with home rule, cities
in Iowa now .had options as to what the powers and duties of the
manager should be.
Discussion was next held on the International City Management Asso-
ciation and what its role is.
General 'discussion "followed concerning giving the council a staff
and office space and in institutionalizing these changes Mr.
DeCounter stated that an attempt _should be made to get the council
and the'City staff to work closer together.
Mr. Corrigan made the suggestion that there could be a citizens'
committee involved in the hiring of the city manager. Discussion'
followed on .what the.manager's qualifications should be and if
there should be something in the charter 'specifying 'the '
qualifications The Committee generally.expressed that there should
be no written qualifications in the charter but that there might
be some general qualifications listed in the comments.
General discussion next centered around the hiring practices for the
City and therelationshipthat the Civil Service Law and the City's
affirmative action program had on these practices. Mr. Corrigan
expressed the desire to include an affirmative action clause in
the city charter. Mr. Rosenstein was directed to secure copies of
the City's Affirmative Action Program, and of the State's Civil
Service Law.
• Section 2.04 Prohibitions
Part A of this section is a quote from
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• ' February 15, 1973
section 59.9 of the City Code of Iowa. There were no objections
to this section.
Part B. Council interference with staff. Discussion centered
around the appointment of the city attorney. Mr. Meardon stated
that he felt the city manaver should not appoint the city attorney
because the council is entitled to independent legal advice but
that the legal assistant should work closely with the staff.
Mr. Baldus stated that the city attorney has considerable input
into policy making and by lowering this person's role the council
would be forced to make decisions rather than rely solely on legal
opinion. Several of the Committee members felt that both the
staff and the council should have completely separate legal
advisors. The Committee next discussed the power of the city
attorney. It was expressed that the city attorney should be
appointed by council and the ;legal assistant be appointed by
the city manager. Mr. Corrigan also stated that it might be
wise to separate the 'functions `of chief legal advisor and chief
legal representative.
Mr. Ringgenberg stated that, the council-manager form functions
best as a team and thus the council and the manager should agree
as to:who should be the city attorney although it should be a
council;:appointed position'.
Subsection C. Interference with,administration. Mr. Baldus
stated that a sub -committee should examine employment practices
and.dangers,to the civil service, system which could be created
by a strong mayor.
Mr. Meardon next asked for the Committee's permission to go to
the City Manager to 'ask for a' reallocation ofpriorities of the
clerk -typist position so that the Charter Committee could get
first priority in the use of that one position, regardless of
whether it takes more than the allocated 20 hours. Mr. Corrigan
moved and Mrs. Cain seconded that the Chairman be given
authorization to go to the City Manager to make the above request.
The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00.
Approved by Pat Cain
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MEMBERS ABSENT:
Staff Present:
De Counter
Rosenstein
Guests Present: Ms. Jane Hook, 22 N. Gilbert, Rev. Robert Welsh,
Chairman for Citizens for a Better Iowa City, and
Ms. Dorothy Douglass, 1030 E. Burlington
Mr. Meardon called the meeting to order at 4:00 P.M. Minutes of
the previous meeting were not available.
Rev. Robert Welsh presented a letter to the Committee composed by
the Citizens for a,Better Iowa City Committee. (Attached) This
group has approximately175 members,'.twenty members being active, .
and fifteen members being present.at the meeting this letter was
drawn up.; After Rev. Welsh's pr varioussmemhers of
the Charter Committee asked Rev. Welsh what his committee thought
the major weaknesses of the present form of government were. 'Rev.
Welsh gave the; following comments:
1.- size of,the Council
2. Lack of responsiveness
3. Quality'of`members on the Council
4. Lack of competence and coordination
5. Lack of communications between the Council and boards and
commissions
6. Council doesn't make information on which they base decisions
known to the public
Mr. Meardon thanked Rev. Welsh for hisP resentat'
ion.
Ms. Dorothy Douglass presented to the Committee copies of Action for
a Better Community's proposal for a form of municipal government for
consideration' of the Committee. A presentation will be made to the
Committee at a later meeting.
Councilman Connell attended this meeting to answer questions asked by
the Committee. In response, Mr. Connell stated the following:
1. He spent about fourteen to sixteen hours a week on City
business.
2:: He thinks Councilmen salaries should be increased, perhaps
to $125 per month with the Mayor's salary increased to $250 per month.
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February 21, 1973
Perhaps this increase would encourage more people to run.
3. He doesn't see increasing, salaries to the height of other
government policymakers; part of the councilman's motivation is a
willingness to contribute.to the community.
4. -Personal expenses incurred while carrying out Council duties
are a part of the contribution to the community.
.5. Councilmen have enough time and should be prepared to take the
time to become knowledgeable about the matters that come before the
Council.
6. The Council does not break down into committees except for
the ,Rules Committee and Nominating Committee (for Boards and Commissions.)
7. He does not feel the need for clerical and/or research staff
and has never had trouble getting to a department head or the City
Manager to get information:
8.'' He believes the information received from the City administration
is:objective.
9.. He does believe citizens come to him and to the Council as .a
whole if they have 'a conflict:
10. If office space at the Civic Center were made available to
him for the public to,stop by, he would use it, but he.does`not think it
is needed; he has tried to make himself available both at home and at
work.
11. He favors the present method of electing the Mayor and would
not like to risk the possibility of conflict between aspopularly-
elected Mayor and a City: Manager. Issues causing, such conflict might
occur if the Mayor and City Manager had;"different theories.
12. He does not think a seven or nine -member Council would be any <:II
more efficient for government of make communications any easier.
13. He gets both compliments and complaints from the public as
the attention paid them ,by.the'staff.
14. He doesn't feel that an ombudsman would be needed.
15. He thinks that it is important to have Boards and Commissions;
the Council leans and depends on the input from these. He also feels
that policy initiation comes from Boards and Commissions, but no
matter how -much -outside help is solicited, the Council still has to
make the decision.
16.He feels that it wouldn't make much difference as to the cost
of running for election under ward system because the opponent would
still set how much you would have to spend.
17. He feels that the weekly formal meeting of the Council is a
much better arrangement than the previous procedure.
18. He doesn't feel that a'strong Mayor would necessarily fill
the gap in leadership and initiating policy.
Mr. Meardon thanked Mr. Connell for attending the meeting and answering
the Committee's questions.
Mr. Meardon then announced that Councilman White would be at the
• February 22nd meeting.
Approved by Pat Cain
February 212 1973
Charter Committee
Civic Center
Iowa CityiIowa 52240
Deer Friends:
Citizens For A Better Iowa City (CBIC) has been and is dedicated to work
for a better Iowa City.
We are aware of the importance of the work of the Charter Committee. It is
imperative that you recommend what you believe, in light of all information,
to be in the best long-range interest' of the total community. This, and this
alonep we hopes will be the basis of your recommendation.
We are aware that'the effectiveness of any form of government is dependent
- upon the quality.of -persons. elected and employed and upon a concerned and
Informed citizenry.
In our discussions to 'date, we have come to four specific recommendations
concerning the form of government that we believe is in the best long-range,
interest`of the "total '"Community.
1. We"believe it is imperative for there to be a professional city manager
as'the.top administrator.' When we listed the major strength of our pres-
ent form..of government, we listed items such as: professionalism of
administration and administrative competence and expertise.
2. Two-thirds favor election of a mayor by"the city council from among its
members. "'Items mentioned In this consideration ,included:' relationship
between mayor and city manager; relationship among council members; role of
the council - desire for a strong council as 'contrasted to a strong mayor.
3. We favor enlarging the council.to seven to nine members, with a preference
for seven. Items' mentioned in this consideration included: optimum size
of a productive group; the possible broadening of the base of the council.
4. We favor the at -large election of councilmen. The best alternative to
this we believes would be at -large election by positions. In our consid-
erationp the following points were made: the nature of our community does
not lend itself to wards; the importance of government relating to the
total community.
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We are aware that there are other items of importance, which are also inter-
related to this. In light of our understanding of your process, we felt it
wise to make this input at this time and indicate that we will address our-
selves to other items at'our 'next meeting.
Sincerely, .
Robert L. Welsh,
Chairman, CBIC
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RESOLUTION N0. 73-93
RESOLUTION TO REFUND CIGARETTE PERMIT
WHEREAS, Canteen Food s V nd�na at Texaco S r i 301 Kirkwood Ave.
in Iowa City, Iowa, has surrendered cigarette permit No. 72-80 expiring
.7nne 30 , 19. 73 , and requests a refund on the unused portion
thereof, now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, that cigarette
permit No. 72-80 , issued to Canteen Vood &din
Ven a
be cancelled, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby
authorized and directed to draw a warrant on the General Fund in the amount of
payable to _ Canteen Food & Vending" z4
Moline, Ill'. 61265
as a refund on cigarette permit No. 72-80'
It was moved by Hickprqnn and seconded by Whit-P that
the Resolution as read be adopted, and upon ,roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS:ABSENT:
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City Clerk
City of Iowa City
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Gentlemen:
We are enclosing herewith State of Iowa Retail Cigarette
Permit No. 72-80 for Texaco Service, 301 Kirkwood Avenue,
Iowa City, Iowa.
The cigarette machine was removed from the premises on
February 14, 1973.
Please issue refund check payable to Canteen Corporation
and mail direct to our -office at 3420 Second Avenue, Post
Office Box 759, Moline, Illinois, 61265.
Yours truly,
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Paul E. Maddelein
Branch Service Manager
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PHILIP A. LEPf
ALAN R,LETI-
IOWA CITY, IOWA PHONe 338-7551
R. BRUCE HAUPERT 52240 AREA CODE 319
March 2, 1973
The Mayor and City Council
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Re: Leland S. Yoder - Brenneman Seed Store
Dear Mayor and Councilmen:
On February 13, 1973, I filed with the City Council a letter on behalf of
Leland S. Yoder, owner of Brenneman Seed Store, located at 401 South
Gilbert Street, requesting your attention to the relief of a parking
problem existing in the area of the Gilbert and Court Street intersection.
On March 1, 1973, Mr. Yoder and I met with the City Manager and with
City Staff personnel to review the proposed construction plans for Court
Street and to review possible alternatives to the relief of parking con-
gestion.
On the basis of this meeting, I would now like to request on behalf of Mr.
Yoder that the City Council pass a resolution authorizing the restriction
of parking on the West side of Maiden Lane between Court Street and Harrison
Street to a one-hour time limit until such time as work is commenced on
the storm sewer project which will include this portion of Maiden Lane.
It is recognized that this will only provide temporary relief; however,
it is my understanding that work is not likely to be commenced on the
storm sewer project until the latter part of May, and this temporary relief
would be vital to the nature of Mr. Yoder's seed store business.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Sincerely yours,
LEFT_ EFF & LE
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Alan R. Leff
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cc: Leland Yoder MAR 2 19T
ABBIE STOLFUS
CITY CLERK
Gentlemen:
I would like permission to put a small basketball court
on your lot at 333 South Lucas for the children in our
house and those next to us to play on. We live next to
this city owned lot and have been maintaining it. The court
would be approximately 15 ft x 20 ft of around 2 inch thick
cement. There is nothing currently on this lot, and we would
appreciate being able to use this space for recreation. Thank
you.
Sincerely,
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Arlis Swartzendruber
331 South Lucas
Iowa 0ity,'Iowa
Mr. Arlis Swartzendruber_
331 South Lucas
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mr. Swartzendruber:
The City Council received your letter concerning the use
of a vacant City owned lot at 333 South Lucas for recreation
purposes, at the March 6, 1973 meeting. The Council asked the
Staff to review your request and report back to them as to
the feasibility of the use of this lot for a basketball, court.
The Staff plans to look into your request in the near future
and should, have a report back to the Council within the next
few weeks. There has been ,some ,discussion on the part of the
Staff as -to the, possibility of getting appraisals on this
particular property and considering the possibility of selling
it. We should have more -information concerning that
suggestion in the near future.
Thank you for bringing this suggestion to the attention of
the City Council. Wity my best regards, I am
Sincerely',
Thomas H. Palmer
Administrative Assistant
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1973
Ms. Martha Wells
Apt S207 447 N. Riverside
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Ms. Wells
The City Council received your letter concerning action on
a recycling program for. Iowa City, at, their March 6, 1973
meeting. The Council asked the Staff to respond to your
letter and to let you know that a request had been submitted
by the Johnson lCounty ,Commission on Eng3ronmental quality
for the City to develop a recycling feasibility study.
The Staff for the past several weeks has been engaged in a
study to determine the possibilities for a City recycling
program-'glass,'cans'and bottles. The Staff lhopes :to
finish this study within the near 'future:and then plans to
submit a report to the City Council. The Council at that
time will-make',a decision as to the possibility of recycling,
various materials within the City.
Thank you for submitting your suggestions to the Council,
and the Staff should have a report to the Council in the
hear future. With my best regards, I am'
Sincerely,
Thomas H. Palmer
Administrative Assistant
Mr. Robert,Hilgenberg
Johnson County Regional Planning Commission
22-1/2 South.Dubuque
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Bob:
Enclosed is a letter received from Martha'Wells 'at the City
Council.nieeting.of.March 6,>.1973. The Council asked that
we submit a.copy,of this letter to the Johnson County Commission 7
on Environmental Quality. They felt the information in is
letter would be of.interest to the Commission.
sincerely,
Thomas H. Palmer
Administrative Assistant
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Mr. and Mrs. Ralph A. Hess
2112 F Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hess:
The City Council received your letter concerning parking on
both sides of the street in the 2100 and 2200 blocks of F
Street at their March 6, 1973 meeting. As you know the Council
has been reviewing a proposed parking policy which would cover
streets_ in,Iowa City. This report will be reviewed again
within the next two weeks and the Council 'asked that discussion
of yourletterbe specifically reviewed as a part of their
total review of parking policy.
Their 'review of the proposed policy should culminate in a
decision regarding an approach to parking problems within
the City on Bus routes and narrow streets`. The suggestions
in, your letter provided the Council with a specific problem
location. They therefore will plan to consider these two
blocks of F Street in relation to the problem of parking on
narrower streets.
Thank you for submitting your suggestions to the City Council.
With my best regards, I am
Sincerely,
Thomas H. Palmer'
Administrative Assistant
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J DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING.AND URBAN DEVE PMENT AgKA orFlces
K•n.•. CIIY. Km.•.
AREA OFFICE
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,a UNIVAC BUILDING, 7100 WEST CENTER ROAD, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68106 81. Loup, Ml uuurl
REGION VII
February 26, 1973
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REGIONAL OFFICE
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IN REPLY REFER To,
IlonorabLe Loren Hickerson
Mayor.of Iowa City
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mayor Hickerson:
Jubject. City University Project II
Project No. Iowa R-18
Iowa City, Iowa'
This letter is to inform you of the status of the combined Part 1 &
II Loan and Grant Application for R-18 in light of several recent
urban renewal policy revisions.
First, it is now DllUD policy that projects presently in planning
must be,in execution no later than March 31, 1973, or the project
reservation will be terminated. In view of this 'fact, it is of,
paramount importance that the City's Worxable Program be recertified
as 'soon as possible. I understand 'that the additional information
we..requcsted on the Workable Program was received by us on February 6.
We will complete our review and respond to you regarding this information
as coon as, possible...In the meantime I suggest you take all possible
action to adopt an acceptable Plumbing Code, as Mr. Kraft, Director
''of Community Development, indicated a desire to do in his letter
of February, 2.,Any _questions regarding the Workable Program issue
may be directed to Mr. Larry Hatcher, Community Planning and Management
Representative.'
Second, projects now in planning cannot proceed to execution unless
there exists a plan to provide alternatives to Federally -subsidized
housing.(eg. Sections.235 & 236, Rent Supplements, Low -rent public
housing) anticipated for use either within urban renewal boundaries
or for relocation resources in other areas. This stipulation was
made to insure that statutory requirements regarding the provision
of low and moderate income dwellings for renewal areas could be
met despite HUD's current hold on additional approvals for federally -
subsidized housing.
We have been informed that amendatory funds for projects now in
planning can be provided only after amendatory needs are satisfied
Recently IiUD issued I[andbook 1320.1, Real*Prroperty Acquisition.
'The handbook covers the regulations pursuant to pu is al•1
91-646. Thereare some significant changes to our former
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policies and iI will listthem in this memo.
1. We no longer have to get IiUD concurrence in proportios
exceeding $100,000 or for which the appraisals'' differ by more
•than 1504.
2. After we receive both appraisals on the property, they -ire
to, be reviewod by a-s.aff reviewer and lie is to givo his written
opinion as to tho Fair Market Value on t)ie property. We will
then bring it -to the City Council and if they agree with the
reviewer's opinion, they will establish the Fair Market Value
by resolution. No proclai:ner is necessary. If tho Council Anes
not agree' with our staff roview,-uc will then have to scene HUD
concurrence in a Pair Markot Value.
3. No sooner than 90 days prior to thc'initiation of negotiation,
l:o must solid the property owner a letter of intent, to, acRuirc, his
real property.
Finally, the regulations support our case against Mr. Mcarcion. In
tho section roRarding acquisition of tonant-6i•tned inprove;acnti;, t;:
suite, "i)0 pa)'Mcllt 'f Or 017 such impr Ovenclits :iilnl) 1w
ii; 11I1lO9s the owner disclaims all right, title and. inteyost.. lit
(:hc iup)rovemonts ctosigllatod as owned by the tenant and the te..mt
nssizns, transfers and releases to the Agoncy all his right, title,
interest in and to such improvements."
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in connection with projects in execution. As you know, a reservation
Of finds in the amount of $1,046,000 was made in December, 1965 for
R-189 and an amendatory request for $1,078,802 was filed with IIDD in
August,1972 for a total requested Federal Grant of $2,1247802. After
examining our funding plan in light of the stipulation on use of
amendatory fluids, we have concluded that your $1,0782802 amendatory
cannot be funded.
In light of the above three factors, we must know as soon as possible
whether you still wish to pursue the R-18 application, in which case
a revised application must be submitted by March 12, or whether you
wish to withdraw R-18 from consideration.
y, erely, 1<7
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Honorable Loren Hickerson
Mayor of Iowa City
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
near Mr. Hickerson:
Subject: Proposed Parking Facility
City -University Project I
Iowa R-14
This is in regard to your letters of January 19 and 31 an the
above subject.
we -appreciate your efforts to keep us informed in this matter
and ax�e3ympathetic with the.probleme you face. We are concerned,
however, thatthe parking'ramp.quiiestion may not be resolved for
some time, or may not be resolved to permit construction of the
propooed facility. Consequently, we reques t that you provide us
with possible alternatives to your present course of action as
spelled 'out in your January 19 and 31 letters. We also request
that you,consider the possibility of curtailing any acquisitions
relocation and site and project improvement activitiesiwhich
'might prohibit development oVan alternative plan until a course
of action is agreed upon.
As you,consider possible alternativesy please be aware'that
amendatory funds for projects scheduled for closeout after Fiscal
Year 1974 willbe extremely limited. We have been warned by
Central Office . to expect little, if any amendatory money for such
projectas and have been told that any available funds will be
used only for unavoidable cost increases;'not for such items as
administrative overruns. Although we are unable to project with
any complete certainty what policies will be pursued so far in
the futures we feel you may want to consider the probability as
you determine how to pursue R-14.
We are hopeful that you can arrive at one or more possible
alternatives and forward them for our consideration within the
next 30 days.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
AREA OFFICES
AREA OFFICE
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UNIVAC BUILDING, 7100 WEST CENTER ROAD, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68106
Omah.. N.b.ek.
St. L,Iul., Miss-ull
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REGION VII
REGIONAL OFFICE
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
February 269 1973
IN REPLY REFER TO:
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Honorable Loren Hickerson
Mayor of Iowa City
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
near Mr. Hickerson:
Subject: Proposed Parking Facility
City -University Project I
Iowa R-14
This is in regard to your letters of January 19 and 31 an the
above subject.
we -appreciate your efforts to keep us informed in this matter
and ax�e3ympathetic with the.probleme you face. We are concerned,
however, thatthe parking'ramp.quiiestion may not be resolved for
some time, or may not be resolved to permit construction of the
propooed facility. Consequently, we reques t that you provide us
with possible alternatives to your present course of action as
spelled 'out in your January 19 and 31 letters. We also request
that you,consider the possibility of curtailing any acquisitions
relocation and site and project improvement activitiesiwhich
'might prohibit development oVan alternative plan until a course
of action is agreed upon.
As you,consider possible alternativesy please be aware'that
amendatory funds for projects scheduled for closeout after Fiscal
Year 1974 willbe extremely limited. We have been warned by
Central Office . to expect little, if any amendatory money for such
projectas and have been told that any available funds will be
used only for unavoidable cost increases;'not for such items as
administrative overruns. Although we are unable to project with
any complete certainty what policies will be pursued so far in
the futures we feel you may want to consider the probability as
you determine how to pursue R-14.
We are hopeful that you can arrive at one or more possible
alternatives and forward them for our consideration within the
next 30 days.
CC:
John B. Klaus
IoN%'a Cit -,7 City council
Civic Center
Iov"11 Cit -r. Iowa.
Derar Sirs:
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March 1, 1973
'Ne are reouestinm that you install a. srnitary
server in the 2100 F.: 2200 block of South River-
side Drive. This is South on Riverside Drive
where hi hw,-y 11,218 curves southwest.
;'le the following nrope.rty owners renuest this
- sewer.
Cecil L. PSiller
Donald Bropla.
Ch,^rles ', .alden—
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Sincerely Yours
Tec Tede cr i ' �hf��""^il er
The honorable C. L. Brandt
Mayor
City Hall
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mayor Brandt:
At the beginning of my.first year in the Senate, I sent a questionnaire
to all Io+a municipalities seeking information about their needs and
problems with respect to federal grants-in-aid programs. The response
from the cities and towns w•ss excellent and was extremely helpful
to us -in expediting, and otherwise assisting with applications and
projects underway.
Because of rapidly occurring and far-reaching changes in Administration
policies relating.to grants-in-aid programs at this time, it occurs to
me that; it is .time to obtain another overview.
I would deeply appreciate your cooperation in answering those questions
that nre. relevant, to your cameatity. As you know, .the passage of,revenue
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sharing legislation has brought a new dimension.to federal, state and
local relationships Therefore, I would also like to have your frank
comments on ways in which these relationships can be strengthened.
As astep toward.maintaining,more direct and immediate. communication
with. state and local government officials in Iowa, Shave established
two additional home state offices under the authorization approved by
the Setate last summer. These two offices -- serving Eastern Iowa
(Davenport), and Western Iowa I(Sioux City) -- are in addition to the
DesMoines office`,
I am 'grateful for your taking the time to respond to this inquiry.
I hope you will always feel free to call one of our offices whenever
we may be of assistance.
Sincerely yours,
HAROLD E . HUGHES
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Enclosure
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2. Population
3. What projects and programs are you presently involved in which
are at least partially funded with Federal money?
Project N
Total
Dollar
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3. What projects and programs are you presently involved in which
are at least partially funded with Federal money?
Project N
Total
Dollar
Amt. and
Federal Agency
Brief Description
B of
Federal
Funds
In
of Projects
4: What problems are.you experiencing in the implementation of
these programs? If you are having difficulties, at what 'level
are they experienced -- e.g. national or regional? If some
relationships are more successful than others, to what do you
attribute this difference?
5. Do you have any suggestions regarding how the government can
better be of service to,cities and towns and what we might do
to help develop a better working relationship between state and
local governmental units and the federal government?
ENVIRONMENTAL
EXCELLENCE.
ZRTZi
Civic Center, Iowa City, Iowa 52240
March 5, 1973
Mayor Cs,sL: Brandt and
Members of the City Council
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
PROJEC TGREEN
Gentlemen:
TheBikewaysCommittee of Project GREEN would like to propose,
a=joint project with the City of Iowa City and Johnson County
for a bicyele and 'hiking path from the Mayflower Apartments on
North Dubuque Street to the Coralville Dam Road via -county road,
Old 218
This road is currently used by bicyclists, hikers, and thousands
of cars as the most direct route to the recreation areas of the
Coralville Reservoir and Lake MacBride. It is also part of the
"Old Capitol Trail" along which hundreds ofBoyScouts from all
over Iowa and adjoining states hike every summer. Because the
road itself is narrow and has narrow soft shoulders it is cur
rently very hazardous for all users.
We propose that a six-foot wide path of compacted limestone be
built within the right-of-way, but separated by grass or brush
from the road wherever possible.An initial survey shows that
such a path is feasible.
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors has agreed to support the
project with $5,000. Project GREEN will also put in $5,000 plus
whatever funds can be raised in a Bike-a-thon in April. We would
like to ask the City of Iowa City to allocate $5,000 also.
The funds raised locally are eligible for matching federal funds
from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, and we have been urged to
apply for such funds by Jerry Schneff, Director of Planning for
the Iowa State Conservation Commission. This bikeway would fit
in excellently with the State-wide Bikeway Plan which intends to
develop the Lake MacBride-Coralville Reservoir area as one of its
first projects. The Johnson County Regional Planning Commission
has agreed to assist in the preparation of an application for
matching funds.
Mayor C. L. Brandt and March 5, 1973
Members of the City Council Page 2
Since the proposed route crosses I-80 on a bridge owned by the
lowa State Highway Commission, we have contacted the Commission.
In a telephone conversation with Mr. Coupal, (Director of Highways)
lie indicated that the Commission would endorse such a project and
would consider possible proposals for carrying riders across the
bridge.
We therefore urge you to allocate $5,000 for such a bikeway, so
that this project can get under way as 'soon as possible. Spring.
is almost here!
Respectfully yours,
1
Marianne Milkman
Chairman Bikeways Committee
of Project GREEN
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cc: Robert Burns
Nancy Seiberling
Jim Maynard
Gene Chubb
Phil McGuire
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February 28, 1973
Hay S. Wells
City Manager
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Mr. wells
The Protective Association for Tenants would like to
have placed on the next regularly, scheduled City Counciloagendain
the -matter of the Tenant -Landlord Code for Iowa City, propose
July of 1972 by councilman 6d Czarnecki.
Specifically, we would like to propose to the Council
that it authorize an in-depth study of the proposed landlord -tenant
ordinance by:a competent agency 'equipped,to'answer.in some detail
questions similar to the following:
1. When the Home Rule law takes effect in Iowa in July
of this year, will it be lawful for a municipality, like Iowa City,
to pass an ordinance like the one proposed to the City Council
last July?
2. If no, why not --in detail, citing the specific sections
of the Iowa Code that prohibit such laws on the local level?
3. If yes, then in what form and how detailed can the
local ordinance be?
4 will an affirmative answer permit Iowa City to okay
an ordinance similar to the one proposed last July?
5. If the an is a qualified affirmative answer, then
just what, in some considerable detail, will the state laws permit
the local jurisdictions to say and do about landlord -tenant affairs?
Now, if the answers can be obtained to the above questions
concerning the potential conflict between local jurisdiction and
state jurisdiction --yes or no, and how much --then PAT would also
like the '.Council to ask a competent authority to explain in detail
what, if any, conflicts exist between the present Iowa City code
and the proposed ordinance?
The above question is, of course, of less pressing im-
portance than the series that precede it.
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PAT would like to further request that if the City Council
approves such a study, that it specify in detail the scope of the
information it is requesting, and that it set very severe time limits..
Finally, PAT would like to offer the suggestion to the
City Council, that, following receipt of the above information on
the proposed landlord -tenant ordinance, in the affirmative and in
line with what the ordinance presently states, the city staff be
authorized to do the following:
1. Study the size and the cost of the increase in the
city professional staff that will be required under the provisions
of the proposed ordinance.
2. Study, the various methods allowable to the city for
raising revenues through licensing af:approved rental properties.
3. Study proposals now in operation in other parts of
the country for drawing up rent guidelines.
4. Study how much a Commissioner (Department Headland
committee members of the proposed Commission on Tenant -Landlord
Affairs should be compensated.
Thank you for your time and attention.
Ji Ryan
T Coo nator
Iowa M tial Union
ORDINANCE NO. 73-2665
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE METHOD OF ZONING CLASSIFICATION
OF LANDS ANNEXED TO THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND REPEALING SECTION
8.10.4C OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
SECTION I PURPOSE. The purpose of this Ordinance is to establish a
uniform method for the establishment of zoning classification for land annexed
to the City of Iowa City by voluntary or involuntary proceedings.
SECTION II CLASSIFICATION OF ANNEXED LANDS.
Voluntary Annexation: All applications for voluntary annexation of land
to the City of Iowa City shall, in addition to the necessary requirements for
annexation, designate the zoning classification which the applicant wishes for
his property. Upon receipt thereof, the application shall be referred to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendation on both the annexation and
the requested zoning. Planning and Zoning shall have the same time periods
for its consideration as in any rezoning matter. Planning and Zoning may
recommend approval of the requested zoning or the denial thereof. In the event
Planning and Zoning recommends denial, they shall make an additional recommen-
dation as to what zoning classification said Commission would recommend. A
copy of this report shall be forwarded to the applicant and shall be on the
agenda for the next meeting of the City Council. The Council shall set the
zoning matter for Public Hearing, prescribing the same notice requirements as
for a rezoning application and shall specify the proposed zoning for considera-
tion. If the Council approves the zone, it shall be set by ordinance. No
zoning classification not recommended by Planning and Zoning shall become
effective except by the favorable vote of three-fourths of the members of the
Council and no voluntary annexation not recommended by Planning and Zoning
shall be approved by the Council except by ,a favorable vote of three-fourths
of the members of the Council. The resolution providing for annexation shall
be acted upon by the City Council at the time of the Public Hearing on the
zoning classification.
In the event the applicant fails to designate a zoning classification in
his application no Public Hearing shall be held and'the property may be annexed
and shall be classified in the RIA zone and shall be subject to all provisions
of the Zoning Ordinance.
involuntary Annexation: Whenever, after Public Hearing thereon, the City
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Ordinance No. 73-2665
Council shall determine that involuntary annexation proceedings should be
undertaken against lands to be annexed, the matter shall be referred to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for its recommendation as to the zoning of
said lands. Upon receipt of said recommendation, the City Council shall hold
a Public Hearing thereon, prescribing the regular notice for rezoning set
forth in this Ordinance. If the Council approves said zoning, it shall adopt
an ordinance setting forth the various zoning classifications for said lands.
The Council may approve a higher classification or more restrictive classi-
fication than recommended by Planning and Zoning after the hearing but prior
to approval of any lower classification or less restrictive classification,
the Council must send the matter back to Planning and Zoning for action on
the lower classification. This may be done prior to the Public Hearing. In
the event it is returned subsequent to the Public Hearing, a new Public
Hearing shall be held thereon. If Planning and Zoning recommends against the
lower classification it shall not become effective except by a favorable vote
of three-fourths ofthe members of the Council.
SECTION III REPEALER. Section 8.10.4C of the Municipal Code and all
ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION IV SAVINGS CLAUSE. If any section, part, subsection, paragraph,
or sentence of this Ordinance is declared invalid by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such adjudication shall not affect any section, subsection, part,
paragraph, or sentence not adjudged invalid.
SECTION V EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect upon its
final passage, publication and approval as required by .law.
It was moved by White and seconded by Hi.kprson that the
Ordinance as read be approved, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
x Brandt
x Connell
x Czarnecki
x Hickerson
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73-2665
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2nd Reading
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3rd Reading
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this 6 day
of Ma h A.D., 1973.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE 2238 BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS
.OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM M1: to M2.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THEC ITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA:
Section 1. The property described below is hereby reclassified from
its present classification of M1 and the boundaries
of „� - as indicated upon the Zoning Map
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, shall be enlarged to include the follow-
ing property,,.:to-wit::
Commencing as a point of reference at the center
of Section -24, Township 79 North, Range, 6 l•lest
of the Fifth Principal Meridian,'Iowa City, Johnson
County, Iowa; thence South 89'; 48' 20" West 505.12
feet to a point (for purposes of:this description
only, the North line of the Southwest quarter of
said Section.24 1s assumed to bear South 98 40,
00" West); thence North 0 11!-40'1 West 1,191.20
feet to -a point; thence Notherly 203.62 feet along
- a 300.0 foot radius curve concave Westerly to a point;
thence North 0 11' 40" West: 648.40 feet to a point;
thence Northerly' :124.90 feet along a 50.0 foot radius
curve concave`. Easterlyto a point of beginning of.
tract herein described;thence Southerly along a 50.0
foot radius curve concave-F7es'terlp to a point; thence
South 0 111401, East 7.0 feet to point; thence
South 62 '25' East 700 feet more or less to a point
of intersection with the railroad spar line
-thence Northerly x.290 feet more-Or-`lessalong the
centerline of said spur line to a.point of inter—
section with the Southwesterly' right-of-way line
of the Chicago, Rock Island &`Pacific Railroad;
thence Westerly along the Southerly right-of-way
line of said Railroad.to'a point' bearing, North 0.
11,401, West from the point ofbeginning; thence
South -0 11'4011 East 116.8 feet to point of beginning,
and containing'3 acres`' more or ` less:
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Section 2. The building inspector is hereby authorized and directed
to change the Zoning Map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to
this amendmentuponthe final passage, approval and publication of this
Ordinance as provided by law:
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to.
certify a copy of this Ordinance to the County Recorder of Johnson
County, Iowa, upon final passage, approval and publication as provided
by law.
It was moved by HiokPrcnn and seconded by Connell that
the Ordinance be adopted and upon roll call there were:
AYES:' NAYS: ABSENT:
Brandt x -
Connell x
Czarnecki
Hickerson x
White x
Passed and approved this 61K ,day of March 1973 .
Mayor
First Reading, 17-73-T•a'
ATTEST: Second Read ingz-z7-73rd
City Clerk
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RESOLUTIONINO. 73-86
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY
WHEREAS, preliminary plans and specifications are now on file in the
Office of the City Clerk for theonstruction of the R-14 Business Relocation
Mall Planting Project.
within the City of Iowa City, Iowa,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED 'by the City Council;of Iowa City, Iowa:
1. That it is deemed advisable'•,and necessary to installplantings.
within the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to=wit:
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Planting Improvements at the R-14 Business Relocation Mall on Clinton
Street between Washington and DubuqueStreets. -
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2. The method of construction shall be by contract.
3. The entire cost of the improvement shall �e paid from the General
Funds of the City of Iowa City.and shall not be assessed against benefited
property.;
4. That the City Council shall meet at four o'clockp X, CST , on
the 27th day of March 1973.in the Council Chambers of
the Civic Center for the purpose of hearing objections to said improvement or
the cost thereof.
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of
this Resolution to be published as required by law.
It was moved by ._shite and seconded by connell that
the Resolution as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
x Brandt /
x ConnelY
hite
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6 da >j of _March 197;3'.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk `�
RESOLUTION 73-88
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY
WHEREAS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA,CITY, IOWA, ACTING AS THE
LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY FOR URBAN RENEWAL, pursuant to Chapter 403
of the Code of Iowa, has cause to be prepared an Urban Renewal
Plan for the City of Iowa City, Iowa, designated as Iowa R-14,
and
WHEREAS, the Local Public Agency has entered into a contract
for Loan and Grant with the United States of America for the
execution of that project, and
WHEREAS, in the implementation of that project, it is necessary
to relocate certain businessestablishments, and
WHEREAS, the LPA has provided temporary resources for certain
businesses, and
WHEREAS, landscaping is;a part of the total project for the
temporary relocation resources, and
WHEREAS, preliminary plans "and specifications are now on file
in the office of the City ,Clerk for the purchaseand instal-
lation of landscaping materials,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA, that
1. It be deemed necessary and advisable to install Plantings
at R-14 Business Relocation Mall on Clinton Street between
Washington and Dubuque Streets.
2. The method of construction shall be by contract,
3. The entire cost of the improvement shall be paid for by
such funds of the City that may legally be used for such pur-
poses.
4. That the City Cquncil shall meet at four o'clock
P.M., CST, on the 27th day of March , 1973, in the
Council Chambers of the Civic Center for the purpose of
hearing objections to said improvement or the cost thereof.
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause
notice of this Resolution to be published as required by law.
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ATTEST: �-
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ATTEST:
CITY CLERK �J
Councilman con„Aii introduced the following
Resolution entitled "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT Or BIDDER'S CHECK, AND
ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIX-
ING A DATE FOR RECEIVING SANTE, AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS, SPECIFXCATIONS AND FORzm OF CONTRACT"and movet.t •,0.
adoption. Councilman 14irlcnrc:nn seconded :the motion
to adopt. -The roll was called and the vote was:
AYES: Brandt Connell CzarnPrk' 4,
NAYS: None
Whereupon, the Mayor declared the following Resolution
duly adopted: -
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- RESOLUTION NO. 73-99'
RESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PREPARE
DETAILED PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS AND
DIRECTING ATTORNEY TO PREPARE FORM OF
CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS'ON THE
R-14 BUSINESS R'�LOCATION MALL PLANTING PROJECT
- -" -
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA:
That George Bonnett,Acting , City, Engineer is hereby
ordered and directed to prepare andl'fi.le with the Clerk
detailed plans and specifications for the construction
of the ,*R-14 Business Relocation i1all Planting Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Attorney is hereby
-
ordered and directed ,to prepare andfile with:ahe Clerk
a Notice to Bidders and '. form 'of contract for the construcr_
tion of the R-14 Business Relocation Mall Planting Project.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6 day of Marrh ,
1978.3 ;
`MAY R
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK �J
Councilman con„Aii introduced the following
Resolution entitled "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT Or BIDDER'S CHECK, AND
ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIX-
ING A DATE FOR RECEIVING SANTE, AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS, SPECIFXCATIONS AND FORzm OF CONTRACT"and movet.t •,0.
adoption. Councilman 14irlcnrc:nn seconded :the motion
to adopt. -The roll was called and the vote was:
AYES: Brandt Connell CzarnPrk' 4,
NAYS: None
Whereupon, the Mayor declared the following Resolution
duly adopted: -
COuncil.lwill fnnnPll J. A1C 1: Vtl L1 .V.i J.UI.1 J. Ii
Resolutionentitled "RESOLUTION DIRL•'CTING EFGINEElt TO PRE-
PARE DETAILED PLANS, AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING ATTOR-
NEY TO PREPARE FORM OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON THE
R-14 BUSINESS RELOCATION MALL PLANTING PROJECT"' and moved that it be; adopted.
Councilman white seconded the motion to adopt. The
roll was called and the vote' -was, -
AYES: Brandt Connell Czarnecki, Hickerson White
NAYS: None
Whereupon, the Mayor declared,the following Resolu-
tion duly adopted: ted:
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1 6 a 3�;
•
RESOLUTION NO. -90'"
RESOLUTIONS ORDERING CONSTRUCTION, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND 'FORM OF CONTRACT
AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BIDDER'S
'CHECK, AND ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND%FIXING A DATE FOR RE-
CEIVING-SAME, AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM ,OF CONTRACT
R-14 BUSINESSRELOCATIONMALL PLANTING PROJECT
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL'OF THE'CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA:
That the R-14 Business Relocation Mall Planting is hereby
ordered.to be constructed. Project
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the detailed plans and
specifications as_prepared`by George Bonnett, Acting City
Engineer for the project, for the construction of the R-14 Business
Relocation Mail Planting Program and the ?form of contract
and Notice to Bidders, as prepared by the Attorney; be
and the, same, are hereby approved, and are hereby ordered'
placed on file in the office of the Clerk for public
inspection. -
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount of the check
to accompany each bid shall be =riot: Tess sthan;.ten percent, .(10) of the bid
pursuant to :the provisions of Section 391A.16(3).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby
directed to advertise for bids for the construction of said
improvements, bids to be received _by the City Manager in
behalf of the City 'Council `of the City of Iowa City, Iowa,
up to 10:00 o'clock A.M., on the 29 th day of March ,
1973, and to be opened by the City Manager at a public
meeting to be presided over.by-him at that time, and the referred to-the.City Council.for action; upon said bids
-
at a meeting to be held at the Council -Chambers, Iowa City,
Iowa, on the 3rd_; day of April , 1973, at 4:00 o'clock
P.M. Notice to Bidders is to be published once each week
for two consecutive weeks in the Iowa City Press Citizen,
a legal newspaper printed wholly in the English language,
the first publication to be'not less than fifteen clear
days prior to the date fixed for said letting. In the
absence"ofthe City Manager, said bid opening may be con-
ducted by any city official to whom-such power has been
delegated by Ordinance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council `hold ,a public
hearing on the matter of.the adoption of proposed plans, .
specifications and-form of.contract for the making of said
improvements, which documents are-now on file in the office
of the Clerk, said hearing to be held at-the ,place last
above mentioned on the 27th day of March 1973 at 4:00
o'clock P.M. and that the City Clerk give notice of said
hearing by publication once in a local legal newspaper,
printed wholly in the English language', at least ten clear
days prior to the date fixed therefor.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6_'day of March , 1973-
rza
1
ATTEST: JI&U_
CITY CLERK
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WHEREAS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, ACTING AS THE
LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY FOR URBAN RENEWAL, pursuant to Chapter 403
of the Code of Iowa, has cause to be prepared an Urban Renewal
Plan.for the City of Iowa City, Iowa, designated as Iowa R-14,
and
WHEREAS, the Local Public Agency has entered into a contract
for Loan and Grant with the United States of America for the
execution of that project, and
WHEREAS, in the implementation of that project,''it is necessary
to make certain improvements such as the installation of new
storm and sanitary sewer systems, waterdistributionsystems,
street paving and landscaping, known collectively as "Project
Improvements," and
WHEREAS, preliminary plans and specifications are ,now on file
in the office of the City Clerk'.for the construction of some of
these Project Improvements, and specifically for the construc-
tion of CourteStreet pavement improvements,:,
NOW,' THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY,
_IOWA, that
1. It be deemed necessary and advisable to.construM'sanitary
sewers in a portion of ''Court Street, between'Linn'and Clinton,
and between Linn and Maiden Lane, within the City of Iowa City,
Iowa,
2. The method of construction shall be by contract,
3. The entire cost of the improvement shall be paid for by
such funds of the City that may `legally 'be used for such pur-
poses.
4. That the City Council shall meet at ' four- o'clock
P.M., CST, on the27th day of March -, 19 73 ,
in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center or the
purpose of hearing objections to said improvement or the cost
thereof.
S. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause
notice of this Resolution to be published as required by law.
BRANDT
AYES NAYS ABSENT
X
NOW,' THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa:
I. That it is deemed advisable and necessary to construct sanitary sewer.
within the City of Iowa City, Iowa`, to-wit:
j
New sanitary sewer in Court Street between Linn and Clinton Streets and
new sanitary sewer in Court Street between Linn Street and Maiden Lane
nd between Harrison and Court Streets.
2. The method of construction shall be by contract.
3. The entire cost,of,the improvement s all be ''paid from the General
Funds `of the City of Iowa City.and shall not be assessed against benefited
property.
4. That the City Council shall meet at four o'clock P.M., CST, on
the 27th day of March 19 73 in the _Council Chambers of
the Civic .Center for the purpose of hearing objections to said improvement or
the cost thereof.
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of
this Resolution to be published as required by law.
Brandt
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PREPARE
DETAILED PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS AND
DIRECTING ATTORNEY TO PREPARE FORM OF
CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO!` BIDDERS ON THE
1973 COURT STREET SANITARY SEWER-DIPR. PROJECT
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA:
That George; Bonnett,Acting, City Engineer is hereby
ordered and directed to prepare, and file with the Clerk
detailed.plans and specifications for the construction
of the '1973 Court Street Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Attorney is hereby
ordered and directed to prepare and file with:the Clerk
a Notice-toBiddersandformof contractfor-theconstrucr
tion of the _
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6 day of Marrh ,
197'y. 3
MAYOR
ATTEST:�dL
CITY CLERK
Councilman ConnPii introduced the following
Resolution entitled "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BIDDER'S CHECK, AND
ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIX-
ING A DATE FOR RECEIVING SAME,.AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND`FORM.OF CONTRACT"and moved its
adoption'.. Councilman` an,;ro seconded ,the motion
to adopt. The roll was.called and the vote was:
AYES: Brandt; Connell. CzarnPrk; u__ti zy� rite
NAYS: None
Whereupon, the Mayor declared the following Resolution
duly adopted:
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RESOLUTION NO.=-
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION, APPROVING
PLANS, -SPECIFICATIONS -AND FORM OF CONTRACT
AND, NOTICE TO BIDDERSFIXING AMOUNT OF BIDDER'S
CHECK, AND ORDERING CITYCLERK-TO PUBLISH
NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND, FIXING A DATE FOR,RE-
CEIVING SAME, -AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON
PLANS,'SPECIFICATIONS -AND FORM OF CONTRACT
1973 COURT STREET SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA:
That the 1973 Court St. San. Sewer.Impr. Proj. is hereby
ordered to be constructed.'
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the detailed Plans and
specifications -as Prepared'byGeorge Bonnett
Engineer for.the project, for the construction of the
Acting City
Court St. San. sewer Impr. Program and ;the form Of contract
and Notice to Bidder
and thesams, as `prepared by the Attorney, be
'`e'are hereby appioved,,and are hereby ordered
placed on file in the office
inspection. of the Clerk for public
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that`the amount of the ,check
to accompany each bid shall beriot:�less ,than;teipercent of the .bid
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 391A.16(3),"
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby
directed to advertise for bids for the construction of said
Improvements, bids to be- received ,by the City, Managerin
behalf of the City Council' of the "
up to -10:00 O' clock A.M. , on the'2 CCityityf Iowa City; Iowa,
th oo of March
197 3, and to be opened by the City
'Manager at.a public
meeting to be presided over by him -at .that time, and there-
upon referred to the City Council for action upon said bids
at a meeting to be held at the Council Chambers, Iowa City,
Iowa, on the 3rd;3 day of April ; 1973, at 4:00 o'clock
P.M. Notice to Bidders is to be published once each week
for two consecutive weeks in the Iowa City Press Citizen,
a legal newspaper printed wholly in the English language,
the First publication to be not less than fifteen clear
days prior to the date fixed, for said letting.- In the
absence.ofthe City Manager, said bid opening may be con-
ducted by any city official to who such power has been
delegated by Ordinance. m,
such
IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council hold a public
hearing on the matter of the 'adoption of proposed plans,
specifications and form of contract for the making of said
improvements, which documents are now on'file "in the office
of the Clerk, said hearing to be held at the Placelastabove mentioned on the27th day of March , 1973 at 4:00
o'clock P..M. and that the City Clerk give notice of said
hearing by publication once in a local legal' newspaper,
printed wholly in the English language,; at least ten clear
days prior to the date fixed therefor.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6
day /off March 1973
ATTEST: l MAYOR -
C Y CLERK
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ana -- —, meg--vu as iowa X-14,
WHEREAS, the Local Public Agency has entered into .a contract
for Loan and Grant with the United States of America for the
execution of that project, and,
WHEREAS, in the implementation of that project, it is neces-
sary to make certain improvements such as the installationof
new storm and sanitary sewer systems, water distribution systems,
street paving and landscaping, known collectively as "Project
Improvements," and
WHEREAS, preliminary plans and: specifications are now on file
in the office of the City Clerk for the construction of some
Of ,these Project Improv and specifically for the'con-
struction of Court Street pavement improvements,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOiVA
CITY., IOWA, that
1 It be deemed necessaryand advisable to construct street
tpavement,improvementsoin-a por,'tionaof€Court<Street i.betweencil-
Gi
`bert�sand�Dladison'streets within the, 'City:,of.rIoiva.:Gity, Iowa,
2. The method of construction shall be by contract,
3. The entire cost of the improvement shall be paid for by
such funds of the City that may legally be used for such pro-
grams,
4. That the City Council shall meet at four o'clock P.M.;
CST, on the 27th day of March
the Council Chambers
pose o t e Civic CenierFor the
o earing objections to pur
thereof. said improvement or the cost
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause
notice of this Resolution to be published as required by law.
AYES NAYS ABSENT
BRANDT X
CONNELL X
�i
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
---:-1 r--"- oyc..;u catlon5 are now on tile in the
Office of the City Clerk for the construction of the Court Street Pavement
Improvements.
within the City of Iowa City, Iowa.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa:
1. That it is deemed advisable and necessary to construct street
improvements I1
within the City of Iowa City, Iowa, "io-wit:
Pavement improvements on Court Street between Gilbert and Madison Streets.
2. The method of construction shall be by contract.
3.The entire cost of the improvement shall be paid from the General
Funds of the City of Iowa City.and shall not be assessed against benefited
property.
4. That the City Council shall meet at 'four o'clock P.M.,CST , on
the 27th day of March 19 7.; in the (nril rha hers
the Civic Center for the purpose of hearing' objections to said improvement or
the cost thereof.
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of
this Resolution to be published as required by law.
I1
Hickerson,
White / 1
It was moved by
Connell
and seconded by HirkPrann
that
the Resolution as read
be'adopted,
and upon roll call
there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
x
Brandt
a
Connell
x
Czarnecki
I1
Hickerson,
White / 1
RESOLUTION:.NO. 73-86
RESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PREPARE
DETAILED PLANS.&'SPECIFICATIONS AND
DIRECTING-ATTORNEY TO PREPARE FORM OF
._CONTRACT AND NOTICE TOBIDDERSON THE
COURT STREET PAVING TRPROVEMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA:,
That 'George Bonnett,Acting, City;Engineer_is hereby
ordered and directed-to-prepare and .file with the Clerk
detailed plans and specifications for the construction
of the Court Street Paving Improvements
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that .the Attorney is hereby
ordered and directed to prepare and file with.the Clerk
a Notice to Bidders and form of contract for the construcr
tion of the Court Street.Paving Improvements.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6 day of `Mar ,
• 1973
MAYO
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
Councilman Hickersnn introduced the following
Resolution, entitled "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FOMMOF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO 'BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BIDDER'S CHECK, AND
ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIX-
ING A DATE FOR RECEIVING SAME, AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS,-SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT"and moved its
adoption. Councilman Connell seconded the motion'
to adopt. The roll was.called and the vote was:
AYES: Brandt. Connell.-C>arnerk; ' m;
NAYS: None
Whereupon, the Mayor declared the following Resolution
duly adopted:
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RESOLUTION: NO. .73-87
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF -CONTRACT
AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BIDDER'S
CHECK, AND ORDERING CITYsCLERK TO PUBLISH
NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND 'FIXING A DATE FOR RE-
CEIVING SAME, AND -FOR A -PUBLIC ,HEARING ON
PLANS,`. SPECIFICATIONS AND.FORK, OF CONTRACT
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IOWA.CITY, IOWA.
That the COURT STREET PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENT is hereby
ordered to be constructed.
l
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the detailed plans and
specifications as prepared by George ;Bonnett, Acting - City
Engineer for the;project,-for the construction of the Court
St. Paving; Improvement Program and the form of contract
and Notice to.Bidders, as'-prepared'by',the Attorney, be
and the same are hereby approved, and are hereby ordered
placed on file in the office of the Clerk forpublic
inspection.
BE IT.FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount of the check
to accompany each bid shall be +not =less:=than ten. (10)__percent;of the bid
pursuant to the ,provisions of Section 391A.16(3).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby:.
directed to advertise for for the': construction of said
improvements, bids to be received by the City Manager in
behalf of: the City Council of.the City of Iowa City, Iowa,
up to 10:00 o'clock A.M., on:the29 th day of March
1973, and to be opened-by.the City ,Manager at a public
meeting to be presided over by -.him at,that time, and there
upon.referred.to the'City Council for action upon said bids,
at 'a 'meeting to. -)fie held at the Council Chambers, Iowa City,
Iowa, on the 3rdq' day of April "1973, at:4":00 o'clock
P.M. Notice to Bidders is to be published once each week
for two consecutive weeks in the Iowa City Press Citizen,
a legal newspaper -.;printed wholly in'ithe English language,
the first publication to be'not less than `fifteen 'clear
days prior to the date fixed for said letting.In the
absence.ofthe City Manager, said bili opening may be con-
ducted by any city official to whom,lsuch power has been
delegated by Ordinance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council hold a public
hearing ;on the matter of the adoption of proposed plans,
-specifications and form:of contract for the making.of said
improvements, which documents are now on file in, the office`
of the Clerk, said hearing to be held at the 'place last
above mentioned on the 27th day of March: 1973 at 4:00
O'clock PA. and that the City Clerk give notice of said
hearing by publication once in a local legal newspaper,
printed wholly in the English language, at least ten clear
days prior to the date fixed therefor.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6th`, day of e March , 1973.
`
MAYOR
�i
0/f
ATTEST../,
CITY CLERK
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WHEREAS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOIVA CITY, IOWA, ACTING AS THE
LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY FOR URBAN RENEWAL, pursuant to Chapter 403
of the. Code of Iowa, has'�cause to be prepared an Urban. Renewal
Plan for the City of Iowa City, Iowa, designated as Iowa R-14,
and
WHEREAS, the Local Public Agency has entered into a contract
for Loan and Grant witli the United States of America for the
execution of that project, and
WHEREAS, in the implementation of that project, it is necessary
to demolish certain structures, and
WHEREAS,.preliminary-plans and specifications are now on file
in{the'office of the City Clerk for the demolition of certain
structures,>
NOW, THEREFORE, BE, IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY,
IOIVA, ` that
1. It be deemed necessary and advisable to demolish certain
structures,:in the turban.%r.enewal�„proj'ect,aie;a;.withinrthe City
of Iowa City, Iowa;'1.
2. The method of construction shall be by contract,
3. The entire cost of the improvementshall be paid for by
such funds of the City that may legally be used for such 'pur
poses.
4. That the City Council shall meet at four o'clock
P.M., CST, on the 27th day of Marcs 1973 ,
in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center -or tib
purpose of hearing o jections to said improvement orl,the cost
thereof.
S. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause
notice of this Resolution to be published as required by law.
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WHEREAS, preliminP
Office of the City Clerk for Demolition and,Site;Clearance,-Contract No.c
Two, City -University Project Iowa R=14
within the City of Iowa City, Iowa.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa:
1., That it is deemed advisable and necessary to demolish' -buildings.'
within the City
of Iowa City, Iowa, to -wit:
'The project
consists of the demolition and site clearance of the following 'parcels: '-
PARCEL NO.
ADDRESS
65'-6
201-205 East Washington Street
102-1/2-1001 South Dubuque Street
65-7
112 South D buque Street
65-88T 9
No buildingYon site
81-1
126 South Clinton St�eet
82-1
125 8 127 East Col Sege Street
82719 8 20
215 South Dubuque Street
83-2
21 East College/Street
83-3
9 East Colle6 Street
83-4
1 East College Street
93-20
311 Sout /Cap tol Street
93-21
319 So9th Capitol Street
2. The method of construct/in shall be y contract.
3. The entire cost of th improvement s all be paid from the General
Funds of the City of Iowa City.and shall not bye assessed against benefited,
property. I
4. That the City Council shall meet at four o'clock P.M., CST, on
the 27th day of. March , 19 73 , in the Council Chambers of
the Civic Center for the purpose of hearing objections to said improvement or
the cost thereof.
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of
this Resolution to be published as required by law.
RESOLUTION NO. 73 -AS
RESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINE ER.TO PREPARE
DETAILED "PLANS '& SPECIFICATIONS AND
DIRECTING ATTORNEY TO PREPARE FORM OF
CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON THE
DEMOLITION AND SITE CLEARANCE, CONTRACT NO. II,
CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT IOWA R-14
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF -
IOWA CITY, IOWA:
That George Bonnett, Acting, City Engineer is hereby
ordered and directed to prepare andfilewith the Clerk
detailed plans and specifications for the construction
Of the :Demolition and. Site Clearance,: Contracrt No. II, City -
University Project Iowa R-14.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED -that the Attorney is .hereby
ordered and directed to prepare, and file with.the Clerk
a Notice to Bidders and form of contract for the construcr_
tion of .the Demolition & Site Clearance, Contract No. II, City ---
University Project Iowa -R-14. - - -
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6 day of March ,
1973.
ATTEST:
CITY CLE
Councilman -white - introduced the following
Resolution entitled "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT: OF BIDDER'S CHECK, AND
ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIX-
ING A DATE FOR RECEIVING SAME, AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT"and-moved its
adoption. Councilman rnnn,,,, seconded the motion
to adopt. The roll was called and the vote was:
AYES: Brandt, Connell arna k• ` x L- rcQn, pfi3ke
NAYS: Mone
Whereupon, the Mayor declared the following Resolution
duly adopted;
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Cotmci3 wn•
Connell - - i , _ •' ;,uJ . uti.i.ny
Resolution entitled
"RESOLUTION DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PRE-
PARE DETAILED PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING ATTOR-
NEY TO PREPARE FORM
OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON THE
Demolition & Site Clearance, Contract"' and moved that it be adopted.
No. 2, City-Univ.-Proj.-Iowa
R-14
Councilman white
seconded the motion to adopt. The
roll was called and
the vote was,
AYES: Brandt'
Conner Czarnark;`' x' tior� �byta
NAYS: None
Whereupon, the
Mayor declared -the following Resolu-
tion duly adopted:
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RESOLUTION NO. 73-96
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS 'AND `FORM OF-CONTRACT
AND NOTICE -TO`BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BIDDER'S
CHECK, AND ORDERING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND FIXING A DATE FOR RE-
CEIVING-SANTE, AND FOR A' PUBLIC_ HEARING ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS 'AND :FORM OF CONTRACT
DEMOLITION & SITE CLEARANCE, CONT..II, IOWA R-14.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE.CITY`COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA:
That the Demolition & Site CLearance, Cont. II is hereby
ordered to be constructed,):,-City-University' Project Iowa R-14.
BENT FURTHER RESOLVED that the detailed plans and
specifications as prepared'by ,Shive-Hattery & Associatea t;,
Engineer for the project, for the construction of the
Demolition & Site Clearance Program and the rform of contract
and Notice to Bidders, as prepared by the Attorney, be
and the same are hereby approved, and are hereby, ordered
placed on file in the
inspection. office of ;the Clerk for public
_.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount of the check
to accompany each bid shall be in the amount of'$ 7,000.- ,
pursuant to the provisions of Section 391A.16(3).
- BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED; that the Clerk is hereby
directed to advertise for for the construction of said
improvements, bids to be received by the City Manager in
behalf of the City Council-of the City Of Iowa City, Iowa,
up to 10:00 o'clock A.M., on the 29 th day of March
1973, and to be opened by the 'City Manager at a_public'
meeting to be presided `over 'by him at that time, and there-
upon referred,-to the City;.Council'for action upon said bids
at a meeting to be held at the Council `Chambers, '-Iowa City,
Iowa, on the 3�rd;�, day of tipril 1973,' at 4:00 o'clock
P.M. Notice to Bidders is to be published once each week
for two consecutive weeks in the Iowa City Press Citizen.,
a legal newspaper printed wholly in the.English language,
the first publication to be not less than- (fifteen clear
days prior to the date fixed for said .letting. intheabsence.ofthe City Manager,-said bid opening may be con-
ducted by.any' city -official -to whom such 'power has been
delegated by Ordinance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,-that .the Council hold a public
hearing on the matter-of the adoption of proposed plans,
specifications and form.of contract for the making of said
improvements, ..which documents are nowon file in-the office
:t
of the Clerk, said hearingo beheld at the place last
above-mentioned on the 27th day of_.March-; 1973 at 4:00
o'clock P.M. and that the City Clerkgive notice of said
hearing by publication once in a local legal newspaper,
printed wholly in the English language,; at least ten clear
days prior to thedatefixed therefor.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 6th day of March , 197 .
MAYO
ATTEST:ALTY
(�. - -
CLERK
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City, Iowa, has negotiated'a contract with
Mainstem, Inc., Princeton, N.J.
a copy of said contract being attached
to this Resolution and by this reference made a part hereof, and
WHEREAS, the City Council deems it in the public interest to enter
into said contract. for computerized maintenance management system.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
1. That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed,
to execute the Agreement with Mainstem, Inc.
Z. .That the City Clerk shall furnish copies of saidgreement to any
citizen requesting same. A
It was moved by _ un;te and seconded b
the Resolution be adopted; andupon roll call there were: onell that
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
Y
Brandt
Y Connell
Czarnecki
Y Hickerson
x
White
Passed and approved this
6 day of March 19 73
C4
ATTEST:
City Clerk ) A
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J OBJECTIVES
E I N
Mainstem's objective is to establish a Maintenance Reporting System that will
enable you to:
Isolate the tax dollar eaters in your operation
Recommend corrective measures in controlling these
high costs
Measure the effectiveness of any corrective steps
In its simplest form the maintenance department has the responsibility of keeping
the vehicles operating at their, most effective possible level by reducing down-time
inahe shops. ,Therefore, any new,`system'must the
this situation and cannot
risk osusing confusion or inefficiency, while the new system is being installed.
Nainstem'.s objective in governmental fleets is to find the high cost vehicles and
areas and control them. L These areasare controllable when an effective data
collection and reporting system is combined with management participation and
action.
In any discussion of the Nkinstem';Nanagement and Reporting System as a tool
foryourdepartment, there are certain benefits that'Mainstem possesses that set
Pa P
us apart as a complete fleet maintenance reporting and control system.
Over and above the Processing of data from input, documents, Mainstem provides
You with monthly summary and detail data on your fleet by department, district
location and vehicle, giving you such data as:
Complete utilisation of labor, by facility (direct and
indirect)
Complete Vehicle Histories
- Identification of over or undermaintained units
Component cost breakdown, by unit
• - Comparison of performance by vehicle type
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Other benefits include:
EXPERIENCE:
This is our only business and as a company we
have experience in maintenance systems, with over
tenyears in developing a system as a maintenance
cost control tool for fleet management, The Mainstem
System is not strictly a cost -accounting system. It
was developed by maintenance management personnel
looking for, control.
TECHNIM SERVICES; We have a staff of maintenance advisors with
years of experience in actual fleet maintenance and/or
Operations ` management. This back-up support gives
You an analysis and an interpretation of the manage -
Ment reports,pointing out "Suffering Points", high
cost areas, troublesome vehicles and provides you
With the recommendations from an objective point
of view.
TB�INWG OF PERSAutNEL; .During the initial period and continuing
uring the contract; is the tralning_Of your. personnel. '
Initially seminars and meetings are held with your
Personnel to acquaint them with all phases of the a
system.
IldSTAULMN 'PERIOD'; Starting the system is made easier by
Mainstem vidin ell the input documents
'as
well as concise to -the -point procedure manuals
to ell Involved employees." The period of Instal-
lation depends on the number
of locations to be
Put , 304oream", In no case would it be more
than'30 to 40 days.
All input documents are manually audited by Mainstem
Personnel for obvious errors and corrections are
accomplished prior to key punching.
Since our system is already reporting on over
60000 vehicles from coast-to-coast, we are talking
In terms of now. Unlike others there is no waiting
time for development or trial runs.
FLEE? MCtrc�onrnrn. Our fleet system is already in operation and
of have experience in being responsive to the needs
of government
its kind fleets. This 15 the only system of
fiISTOprr•at. a,��. Another benefit with long range value is the
• base information, which in the future will allow
YOU to discover costs by component from our data
baser In essence, rather than hunt and pick for
costs by component data can be acquired from this
base of information.
Mainstem will offer a complete Maintenance Management and Reporting
System.
By using four (4) basic Msinatem input documents:
Repair Order
•••w••a••• Wac unscrlption OI Keports)
2. Eliminate all hand oostina of maintenance and operating
costs to summary and analysis ledgers.
3. Provide monthly maintenance management reports on all
fSeilitiet'and,equipment`at each level of administrative
and departmental authority (e.g. Department, District,
'Division, vehicle, etc.)
4. Provide monthly reports by using department and by vehicle
and showing expenses incurred during the month.
S. Provide all necessary underlying records for any departmental
billing (and if necessary, rental revenue vs. expense records
by department and vehicle)
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C09! Pm MILS ACCIDENT COST PER UNIT
COST PBR HOUR ACCIDENT COST PER FACILITY
MILBS PeR GAL, DEVIATIONS FRGI STANDARDS
HILBS PSR Q?:/OIL PRWWUIVE MAINTENANCE
RBPAIR'.COS? PBR ,VWICLB NOMLY INVM04TCRY
REPAIR COST ro CCIIPONBNT INDIRBCT LABOR
RBPAIR,COS!' Pu MILL LIFB+HISTORY CF VEHICLE
• AVBRAGB COST M R&PAIR FUEL INVENTORY
CO?MBRICAL CO6t WARRANTY
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SECTION II (Cont.)
Mainstem ,also '&$signs an experienced fleet maintenance advisor to
Your department, to insure the utilization of the system and that you
derive the maximum benefits from the reports
Management reports will be presented each month for each Division,
District, Repair Facility, vehicle and components with exception
reports governed by your specifications. In addition, this Information
would be generated on a current, previous, and life basis.
Further, the basic data: accumulated for individual units would be
essential to station/garage and total fleet budgetary preparation,
control, and variance as well as garage labor and vehicle cost
forecasting. Trends can then be spotted and causes isolated before
money has been lost. - -q
In:addition,'this information will be utilized in establishing and
evaluating:
I. Vehicle standards and replacement data.
2. Road failures - Cause and cost.
3. Warranty recovery -,volume data provided to back
claims or.support engineering modifications.
4. Vehicle utilization.
S. Repair Job repetitiveness.
6. Cost control - cost reduction opportunities, etc.
This information would be available within a short time after receipt
of the closing information of your monthly accounting period, thus
becoming acurrent management tool for decision and control.
In summary, it should be pointed out that Mainstem's responsibility
to its client does not begin and end by merely producing reports;
our function is to provide meaningful service which accurately
reports` maintenance information and enables management to act on
facts and the recommendations of our fleet advisors.
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SECTION III
MANAGEMENT REPORTS
ADMINISTRATIVE OR DEPARTMENTAL
These summary reports are provided to the top level of local, state ,
or, provincial administration and describe the costs of all units
repaired by total government or department regardless of which
facility accomplished the repair and or refueling.
DEPARTMENTAL PERFORMANCE REPORTS - REPORT l000cs
..Profit, Improvement results by the, month to month control of Departmental
expenses. 'This report is a summary of all repair locations within your
oi'departmental control and reporting. This is'a one
page,report outlining the established budget, the resources used by the
facility and how well these resources were controlled.
INDIRECT, LABOR SUMMARY - REPORT goo CS
In,order.to increase productivity and reduce inappropriate use of
mechanics time this report is generated. , It allows inartagement to
study what the lab6rforce in all locations does with the time not
expanded on specific units.
MAINTENANCE SUMMARY - REPORT 750 CS
This report is. a one page summary of direct labor on all units and
.how well the mechanics perform their functions and garage manage-
ment plans -its, work. It is a summary of all repair locations within
the government and/or departmental.control. All units repaired and
the frequency of repair by.major component area are also shown.
This allows top management to spot total departmental costs at a
glance.
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ISECTION III (Cont'd)
MANAGEMENT REPORTS
FACILITY MANAGEMENT
The reports will be provided to the various levels of management
by vehicle, facility, district and/or Corporate. The following is
an outline of each report and the benefits accrued to management
through their use.
FACILITY PERFORMANCE REPORTS - REPORT loon
Profit improvement results by the month to month control of repair
- .facilities expenses.' This is a one page report on each facility
outlining the established budget, the resourcesiused by the
facility and how well these resources were: controlled.
INDIRECT LABOR SUMMARY - REPORT, goo
In order to increase productivity and reduce inappropriate use of
mechanics time this report is generated. It allows management_
to study whet the labor force in any terminal does with its time
not expended on.specific units.
MMTENANCZ SUMMARY REPORT 750 SERIES
This report is a summaryof direct labor on vehicles and how well
the mechanics perform their functions and garage management
Plans its work. It provides a basis for significant improvement.
Thisreport is actually' four reports showing repeat work by compo-
nent, di rect versus indirect labor, average hours and dollars' per
repair and number of units repaired.
WORK PERFORMANCE REPORTS- REPORTS -,351 153
These.two reports indicate where vehicles are repaired and/or
fueled and are produced in such a way as to form the basis for
debits to facilities. Thus giving facility management the in-
formation as to which units were fueled and/or repaired and
to which department or agency they belong.
To provide management with cost data on every unit, this report
is generated monthly. It is to provide a one line per vehicle
summary of maintenance and operating cost and cents per mile
for the current period, previous 12 months, and life.
VEHICLE EXCEPTION REPORTS REPORT 134
These reports flag each vehicle falling outside of the norms de-
veloped specifically for your Company. This is a one lina per
vehicle report listing up to nine control parameters and developed
by assignment. It allows management to spend time on the high
cost units and thereby make better use of valuable time.
VEHICLE; MAINTENANCE AND COST BY DETAIL - REPORT 112
This report provides management with.the complete detailed history
of each "vehicle by component, from the day it's put into the, "system
until At,is deleted from the fleet. 'It is a one ,page 'per vehicle re-
port. generated
e-port"generated each time the vehicle exceeds an exception parameter
or everysix months. ,The'total history includes maintenance and
operating ousts on a -current,.' previous 10 and lift basi s.
AN ANALYSIS OF COSTS BY WORK ASSIGNMENT REPORT 123
These' reports group vehicles for comparative purposes by work
assignment, vehicle make or age depending on your requirements.
MAINSTEM FORM 105
This form is a listing by location of all vehicles assigned to that
location. Form 010S is designed to serve several purposes.
1. It is an up-to-date vehicle/equipment inventory for
the locaticn, "showing year of manufacture, manufacturer,
fuel type, and work assignment.
2. Utilization for each vehicle for the period is reported
to Mainstem on this form.
3. The quertity,of fuel and add oil from your own pumps is
reported to Mainstem (if the fuel ticket system is not
• being used).
4. The quantity and total cost of fuel and add oil purchased
commercially is reported to Mainstem (if the fuel ticket
system isnot being used.)
SECTIO': III'in__. u%
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BILLING REPORT (CENTRAL GARAGE) = REPORT 233
This report will provide a breakdown of work performed on each
automotive vehicle owned into the following categories:
Commercial work, labor hours and dollars', parts dollars, tires
and tubes, gasoline (Gallons 6 Dollars) spread charges and total
charges.: Mainstem Report #233 will also provide the sub totals
and final totals for each agency according to the categories set
forth and will provide a total of all charges.
ACTIVITY (BUREAU) ANALYSIS REPORT REPORT 234
For vehicles on a lease basis. This monthly report
compares -
leased es+
leased vehiclesby Bureau, (Activity orAgency or Customer)
sliawlrq maintenance costs by categories, i.e., labor $, parts$,
tires,;; tubes. $,,Fuel, Oil and. ,Misc. ;;$ as.well 'as commercial $
spent by the rapsiring facility. These are compared with the
revenue or charges received from the lessor. The totals are
arithmetically.compared and;a'net gain (or loss) is 'computed by
vehicle and .by' lea irq bureau or agency.
RECAP,- REPORT 234:,
a recapitulation of the Activity or Customer Analysis Report (lists
totals. by,,activlty,on a one line per activitybasis.)
AUTomorm BILLING REPORT REPORT 236
This monthly report is used by Automotive Department to bill leasing
activities or customers and.is computed by activity or customer and
byivehicle, comptltng total lapsed miles, base $ charge, ,plus any
additional nitleaga charges and then provides totals for each vehicle
within the leasing activity or customer.
AUTOMOTIVE BILLING REPORT RECAP - REPORT 236
A monthly recapitulation of the Billing Report lists totals by activity
on one line per activity or customer.
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FORM PRICE SHEET
ITEM DESCRIPTION OF MAINSTEM FORM NUMBER
REPAIR ORDERS.
*OUANTITY
*PRICE
POWER
PM
*(500 TO BOW 4'PART REPAIR ORDERS
TRAILER
0 - 2,500
70.00/M
2,501 - 5,000
55'.00/M
5,001 - 10,000
50.00/M
10,001 - 20,000
46.00/M
- 20,001 - 40,000
43.00/M
FORM �NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
PRICE
21,22
HISTORY JACKETS (Power or Trailer)
16.00/C
HISTORY JACKET - Continuation
5.00/C
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--MISCELLANEOUS WORK -PERFORMED
2.00/C
23
VEHICLE TROUBLE REPORT BOOKS (optional)
45.00/C
51
TWO-PART7MLTICKET (Fuel' Cards) ' `
1b . oo/M
62
AUTOMOTIVE EXPENSE & DATA SHEET
2.00/C
PLASTIC VEHICLE LD. CARDS_- Original
.12 ea..
61
Replacement .20 ea.'
DOCUMENT .TRANSMITTAL SHEET 2.00/C
63
'SUPPLY
SUPPLY ORDER'
2.00/C
_ 10A
INSPECTION SHEETS (optional)
2.00/C
.
COMMERCIAL REPAIR SHEETS (optional)
2.00/C
WARRANTY RECOVERY
2'.00/C
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AGREEMENT
T111S ATEEMENT, made this dey of 19 by
and between MAINSTEM, INC., party of the first part, hereinafter referred
to as "Mainstem", and CIT7I QF IOWA CIT4 party of the second
part, hereinafterreferred to as "Client".
That for, and in consideration of the mutual undertakings of the parties
to this agreement, Mainstem and this Client agree as follows:
SERVICES PROVIDED
That Mainstem will provide such services, as outlined in the proposal to
the Client dated- noosahar 21. 1972 to establish, implement and
operate an Automotive Equipment Management System for 233 units
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owned by the Client.
NONrHLT CRARGES
The monthly charges for this service, based on the number of units heretofore
mentioned shall be '9420.00 Should the fleet size increase in
excess of SZ `during theterm of this agreement the 'excess shall be multiplied
by the rate per unit: and the product shall be added to the total price. If any
ocxease;shall'be:less than 52 no.adlustment:'shall' be made. A reduction in
total number of units exceeding 5%.vill result in a downward pricing of the,
service charges.
INSTALLATIOR ,
An installation fee (a one time charge) equal to two (2) months billing
..
(exclusive ;of, form and supplies) for the implementation of the Mainstem
Computerised Maintenance'Management System, training of Clients per-
sonnal and establishing of the necessary Computer Library Files will be
charged.
RECORDS
Mainstem will not release any Client's records to anyone other than persons
designated by the Client in writing.
OPTION I61. LEASE.
Upon conclusion of two (2) years of participation in the Systema local
government my either
(a) Continue with Mainstem
(b) Drop out of the program
(c) Establish its own management information system
In the event that the local government elects to establish its own manage-
ment infor ration.system. Msinstem agrees to lease to the local government
the Equipment Management Information System computer programs in use by
Mainstem'at the time of the lease at a one-time fee of twenty-two thousand
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five hundred' dollars ($22,500). Ownership of the programs will continue to
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reside with Meinstee. Fees associated with modification of the programs
to suit the local government's specific requirements, maintenance and up-
dating of the computer programs, and/or inclusion of the local government's
records in, the Equipment Data Bank and furnishing of Data Bank Reports
will be competitively negotiatedwith the local government.
PAYMENT
Invoices will be rendered monthly.
OWNERSHIP OF PROGRAMS
All ,program utilized in connection with Mainstem furnishing of services
shall be and remain Mainstem property. All forms are copywritten.
SPECIAL REPORTS
Special reports or projects (other than special studies within the Mainstem
program requested by the Client) will be charged for at the current rates in
affect at that time.
Loom orcorIRWT AND CANCELLATION
This.coatraet, all;commence.on
and, remain'Ln`effect for a period of one veer Prices
are not'subject to change during this period. The Client has the option
Of cancellation after being on the, service one (1) year , provided
that _notice of;such cancellation is sent by; registered letter to MNSTEM,
IM * P.O.' Dox 2, ,Princeton, New Jersey AI
sey 08540. Such notice to be received
thirty (DO) days prior to, cancellation:
Accepted by:
President, MAINSTEM, INC.
Date
Accepted by:
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be, held by
the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at 4:00 P.M., on the
6th day of March, 1973, in the Council Chambers in the Civic
Center, Iowa City, Iowa. At which hearing, the Council will
consider.arguments for or against the proposed adoption of
the 1970 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code, as prepared
and edited by the International Association of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officials, together with the Ordinance setting
forth other modifications. A copy of said Code and said
Ordinance,is now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of
Iowa City,"Iowa, for examination by persons interested therein.
Dated this 4/z7 day of February, 1973.
City Cler
Published: February 21, 1973
February 28, 1973
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO
THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF IOWA CITY,
'IOWA, BY THE ADOPTION OF .
THE
1970 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM
PLUMBING CODE, AS PREPARED
AND
EDITED BY THE INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING
AND
MECHANICAL OFFICIALS.
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be, held by
the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at 4:00 P.M., on the
6th day of March, 1973, in the Council Chambers in the Civic
Center, Iowa City, Iowa. At which hearing, the Council will
consider.arguments for or against the proposed adoption of
the 1970 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code, as prepared
and edited by the International Association of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officials, together with the Ordinance setting
forth other modifications. A copy of said Code and said
Ordinance,is now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of
Iowa City,"Iowa, for examination by persons interested therein.
Dated this 4/z7 day of February, 1973.
City Cler
Published: February 21, 1973
February 28, 1973
RESOLUTION NO. 73-92
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FAIR MARKET VALUE FOR ACQUISITION
OF
CERTAIN URBAN RENEWAL PROPERTY
WHEREAS, the -City of Iowa City, ,acting as the Local Public
Agency, hereafter referred to as the LPA, has entered into a
contract for loan and grant with the United States of America
for the.implementation of an urban renewal project known as
Project Number Iowa R-14, and,
WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the goals and objectives of
that urban renewal project and in furtherance of the public
welfare, the LPA deems it necessary and in the public interest
to acquire the property described below, either by purchase or
by the exercise of the powers of eminent domain, and,
WHEREAS, the LPA has received appraisals, staff reports and
recommendations concerning the fair market value of certain
property contained therein, and has reviewed the appraisals,
and reports, and being familiar with the property identified
below, desires to•establish the fair market value of said
property for the purposes of acquisition.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOIVA
CITY, IOWA, that the prices and amounts opposite each parcel of
land, and all interests therein, including improvements, build-
ings, and fixtures, identified below,'is hereby declared to be
the fair market value for the purpose of acquisition of each
said parcel and all other interests.
The Staff of the LPA is hereby authorized to begin negotia-
tions for the purchase of said property and the Mayor and City
Clerk are authorized to contract for the purchase of said pro-
perty. -In the event negotiations for purchase are unsuccessful,
the LPA.Staff and the Urban Renewal Attorney are hereby author-
ized to institute condemnation proceedings for the acquisition
of said property.
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PROCLAIMER CERTIFICATE
RELATIVE TO ESTABLISHMENT OF FAIR MARKET VALUE
FOR PROPERTY TO BE ACQUIRED
i, C.L. Brandt, the duly elected, qualified, and acting
Mayor of the City of Iowa City, herein called the "Local
Public Agency," hereby certify that I have been authorized
by Resolution No. 70-438, duly adopted by the City Council
Of the Local Public Agency at a regular meeting on
December 1, 1970, as set forth in the minute book on file
at the office of the City „Clerk,.to'make the following
cbrtification and that the statements contained herein are
true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief:
1. Each parcel, City' -University Urban Renewal Area, Project
_ No. Iowa R-14, listed in the attachment to this proclaimer
certificate has been'appraised'_by at'least .two qualified,
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independent, professional real estate appraisers -and a
written and signed copy of each such appraisal is con-
tained in the Local Public Agency files.
Z. Each such appraisal has been reviewed by E. Norman Bailey,
a qualified review appraiser; under contract -to th^iLocal
Public Agency, and all corrections, revisions', or additions
requested by such reviewer have been made by the original
appraisers.
3. The reviewer has prepared a written report which indicates
that the appraisals are complete ;and consistent in the
factual data contained therein, comply with: existing
statutory and administra'tiv e requirements of the Depart-
ment`of Housing and Urban Development,. and are acceptable
for the determination of fair market value.
4. Based upon such appraisals and the review thereof, the
Local Public Agency has established the fair market of
each parcel listed herein and all documentation related
to such determination is contained in the Local Public
Agency files.
5. The latest budget amount allowable for real estate acqui-
sition including amounts available in contingencies as
approved by HUD on March 1, 1971 is not exceeded by the
sum of the following:
a. Cost of property previously acquired.
b. Acquisition prices previously approved by HUD for
properties not acquired.
c.
Fair market value determinations previously made by
the'LPA,for properties not acquired but included in
prior proclaimer certificates.
d.
Nair market value determinations for properties
included in the-proclaimer being filed.
e.
The acquisition prices of the,remaining properties
to be acquired as those prices were estimated for
the purpose of the above mentioned budget amount
allowable for real estate acquisition.
6. This
certificate is issuedpursuant to and consistent with
HUD
Omaha Area Office letter 7.2 PTR(ET), dated April 27,
1971,
regarding use of the proclaimer system by the LPA.
LISTING OF PARCELS ''TO, ,BE ACQUIRED
PARCEL NUMBER
AREA IN SQUARE FEET
33-11
3,200
34-8
s
15,000
93-19
6,000
CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
CITY -UNIVERSITY URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT
IOWA R-14
Listing of Parcels to be Acquired
Parcel Square lst. A raisal 2nd. A raisal
No., Feet • Date Amount Date Amount
3rd. A raisal
ate Amount
Fixtures
ate ount
FMV
93-19 6,000 1966
$ 18,500 3- 8-71
$ 19,400
11-22-72$
22,500
None
22,500.00
83-11 3,2001. 1,966
80,000 3- 1-71
125;000
1-9-73
137,000
2-9-71 3,333.00
Plus Fi•tures:
133,600.00.
13 333.00
146,933.00
84-8 15.;000 1966
205,000 6-14-72
210,000
8-14-72
265,000
12-22-70 0,908.50
Plus Fi-tures:
243,000.00
10,908
s0
253;908.50
date: February 28, 1973
to: John B. Klaus, Director of Urban Renewal
subject: Parcels: 84-16, 84-17, and 84-18
Attached is pertinent information on 84-16, 84-17 and 84-18.
Two factors are evident:
1) 84-16 is below average condition.
?) This: effects 'the. income approach" upon which the
appraisers; place the most value.
_Land values on all 3 parcels are close enough to deserve no
comment.
Rodney R. Parsons
Vii.
Foundation Average
Exterior walls- Party walls
Store front Above average
Windows - Average condition
Roof - Good
Basement - Above average
First floor Above average
resumed below average
Third floor - P
Second floor - presumednbelow average
Heating Newer, in good condition
Land - $21,600.uu
Building-$ ,
200-00
Overallcondition fair to good.
Income approach, estimated net 4522 - 9% =-$50,300.00.
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Foundation below average
Exterior walls below average, a large crack at southwest
corner of building.
Chimney - deteriorated
Stairway - below average
Windows - below average
Roof - below 'average
Gutters - below average
Second Floor
Sidewalls - deteriorated
Windows poor condition
Bath - below average
Third Floor
Sidewalks deteriorated
Windows - below average
Income approach - Average monthly rental $640.00,net income
$3,727.00, Capitalize at 10% _ $37,270.00
Waters
Land $24,000.00
Building - '$14,000.00
Total $38,000.00
Overall condition is poor. Second, third levels are below
code.
Income Approach - $3515.00 net income x 9% _ $38,000.00.
Foundation average
Exterior walls below average
Windows - Below average
Roof - good
Basement - average
First floor - Toilet - poor
Second floor - Old but clean , (2 apts.)
Third floor - newly remodeled but deterioration in ceiling
area (2 apts.)
Income Approach — Monthly income $945.00, net income $7,544.00
divided by 11% _ $.68,581.00.
Waters
Land$23,400.00
Building - 466 900 00
Total 70,300.00
Condition fair.
Income approach Estimated net income = $6,323.00 divided by
9% = $70,300.00.
Prepared By: City-University Project
Department of Project Number Iowa R-14
Community Development City of Iowa City, Iowa
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Owner Rov D. and Ramonath
Iowa 1.-
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Appraiser: A
B
of Appraisal
3-8-71
11-22-72
Total Value
$ 19:400.00
$ 22,500.00
Land
$ 2.50 PSP $ 15,000.00
$2. S0 PSF $15,000.00
Improvements
$ 4,400.00
$ 7,500.00
Total R.E.'Appraisal
$ 19,400.00
$22,500.00
Leasehold.Interest
$
$
Fixtures' 1. $
2... $:
3.':'e
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Total Leased Fee
.$19,400.00
$22,500.00
Total Leasehold Interest
$
$
INCOME
Actual Rent
Estimated Rent
$230.00 Mo.
$ 3,972.00
Expenses
$
S 12961.00
Net Income
$
$_ 2, 011.00 ;,•,
Cap. Rate
x 83 $ Mo,
9.5
Value Today
$19,100.00
$21,200.00
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A
B
Comps. 1.- #50
@7,0PSF 1. 41-A-30$ =
C 7500 PSI
2. #55
@10.47 PSF 2. 39-A-4000, =
.9920 PSF
3, 1161
@12.40 PSF 3. 1140 -30% _
@7140 PSF
$PSF
Round total
10.00
24,600.00
Adjusted for Furniture 900.00
Value
$19,400.00 ;"
$23,700.00
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To: File
From: Real Estate Coordinator
Subject: Appraisal Review Setting Market Value.
The two appraisals .at $19,400.00 and $22,500.00 are 15.9$
apart. The high appraisal is about U ycars newer than the
low appraisal and, therefore, is likely to have rents on a
more current basis. Also, taxes have declined over this period.
The lora appraiser apparently skipped one garage stall there
being three stalls, not two. While he estimated the garage
rent at '$20'.00, it is currently renting for $35.00 according
to the 'high appraiser.,
In addition, ,.while.the_second floor was rented out for $146.00
he placed the economic rent at $110.00. It would consequently
appear that his rent figures are on the.low side.
Procedurally and methodologically the appraisers are satis-
factory.
Market Value Recommended: $22,500.00.
Rodney R. Parsons
Reals Estate Coordinator
APPRAISAL REVIEW SUMMARY
Property Identification
323 South Capitol Street
Major tenant: Residential
Owner: Roy D. & Ramona Roth
Appraisals
A. $ 19,400.00 ) Used in staff recom-
B• $ ,s ), mendation of FNIV
C. $ 18,500.00
Limits of Offer
Minimum Price $ 20,950.00
Maximum Price $ 22,500.00
Recommendation ( 2-26-73 )
Staff recommends fair market value of.
$ 22,500.00
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Owner Pearl'L.
217' South Clinton11SAL
and'Blea or
Lot Size: 5 ame
B.; .West
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II.
Date of Appraisal
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5-27-71
Total Value
$1_51333.00 -
$ 138,333 00 :.
Land
$11.00PSF $ 35,000.00
$12.00PSF $ 35;400 00
Improvements
$102,000.00...
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$ S6,G00.00'
Total R.E. Appraisal
$137,000.00
$ 125,00.0..01
Leasehold.Interest
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$ _0_
$
S
$.
Fixtures 1. $ 13.333.00
2. $
3. $
Total Leased Fee
$137.000 00
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Total Leasehold`Interest
$
7777,7777=
Actual Rent
INCOME
Estimated Rent
$17,600.00
Expenses
$
Net Income
$
* Parcels 33-9 and
$ 11,457 00 `.
Cap. Rate 83-11'.figured
to- $
gether on income
Value Today approach. $
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$_127,200 00'
MARKET DATA
A
GAIM
B
Comps. 1. r73
? , S PSF 1. k31
022.67 PSF
2. 475
8 6 64PSF 2. 840
031.50 PSF
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a PSF 3. #45
01.9. 66 PSF
$PSF
7.00
20.00
Value $123,000.00 1 '`\`
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$115,200.00
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Parcel`83-11
217 S. Clinton St.
Pearl L. West
• February, 23,1973
To: File ,
From: Real Estate Coordinator
Subject: Appraisal review setting'F.M.V.
A review of the appraisals was made on 12-20-72 at which time
I was recommending the high appraisal of $132,000..00. There
was a`difference of 5.6 % in the two appraisals with,the low
appraisal >being -$125,000.00.
The reasons for picking the high appraisal was as follows:
Parcel 83-1, the Moose parking lot, which joins the subject
property on the north, was ,purchased by us at $15.00 per
square foot. .Parcel. 83-10 which adjoins „the subject property
on.the south, was appraised at $13.00 per square foot. It
would seem then, that we have some, justification in appraising
the subject property at $12.00 per square foot:
In:addition, I feel ,that in terms -of methodology that appraiser ;wll
^
A is on much s 4 afer ground. He estimatedthat a replacement
bidding .os�;iYould;be $20.-00 per 'square;` foot. `"(6400';sq. ft.)
From this he subtracted accrued depreciation and then added''
the value of the lot. Appraiser B also estimated replacement
cost at $20.00'per sq: ft.''but only used'.5760"square feet,
putting; no value on; approximately 640,sq:ft. of building.
He did not subtract accrued depreciation nor did he add any
thing ,for the lot. .He then arbitrarily; picked a total value
of $125,000.00 -which' is above his building cost.estimate and
below his _income approach estimate.
Based on the price paid per.square foot on adjoining properties
and considering. that the appraisals are nearly two years 'old,
I am going to recommend the high appraisal of $132,000.00.
Before the recommended F.M.V. could be approved, Mr._19est came !
in and requested the appraisals be reviewed because they were
two years old. The requested reviews have now been received
and we find that appraiser "A" IAR Co. feels that construc-
tion costs have risen $2.50 per square footsince his first
appraisal so lie raised his estimate of value to $137;000.00.
Appraiser "B", Mr. Waters, made a new ,list of comparable
sales and using two recent sales the Woolworth Building uild'g
in and
the Meardon offices Building as comparables, was of the opinion
that there .would be no change in his original estimate of valise
of $125,000.00. The appraisals now are 9.50 apart.
Sincethe appraisals.are complete as to matter and form, are
Y • mathematically correct therein and the updated appraisals both
have some sound reasoning, 1 am going to recommend the following:
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Appraiser! "A", the high appraiser, had estimated the value of
the land.at Sll. 00',-ber square foot which
was the low value
1 a
and. placed on the I took.this into
consideration when I
originally placed the Market Value at
$132,000.00.
Now that appraiser "A" has raised his
estimate of value to
$137,000.00. 1 -feel that the original
excess consideration
I gave in the value of the land could
reasonably be subtracted
from that amount.' The difference in
the land values was
$3,400.00 so my recommended Market Value
is $133,600.00.
Rodney R. Parsons
Reaj! Estate Coordinator
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IMPACT STATEMENT FOR FREEWAY 518
Since 1962 there has been discussion of the''need for a bypass around
the southwest side of Iowa City by the'Iowa Highway Commission9 the
City of -Iowa City, the:University:of 'Iowa and other affected govern
mental ;agencies..`` Within the past six months it has been the City
Council's position,that it'`was extremely important that this project
be started and that such a`bypass`b6 constructed now ''rath'er'than
dehayed_even further: Not._only i,s this..,de1ay causing increased
traffic congestion on streets within th'e corporate limits of Iowa
City,, but it is fairly, obvious that with the passage of time there
Is, a continuing,increase, in the.cost of: cons 'tructing.,such a.highway
facility.
It is important to keep in, mind.that.with the University of;.Iowa's ;
development: of a state-wide medical complex on the westside campus
it becomes increasingly :important'"to providequick'' and easy access
to the' University:Hospitals,-located in, the center of 'Iowa ,City.
This can best 'be 'achieved through', convenient access from a bypass
around`.the southwest side .of Iowa City such as is proposed with
the construction of Freeway 518.
In reviewing the draft document and the additional comments which
have been prepared by various individuals therCity:Council would -
submit the following statements for consideration by by the Iowa High-
way Commission.
1. On pages 7 through 12 considerable reference was made
to reports prepared by ,the',Johnson County Regional
Planning Commission. The impression is given that the
various studies and data included in this Environmental
Impact Statement had been approved by the Planning Com-
mission. Clarification should be made so as to point
out that the data which the,Highway Commission refers to
was really in the form"'of technical papers and memoranda
that were prepared either'by the staff of the Regional
• Planning Commission or by the Policy and/or Technical'
— Committees,working on the Area Transportation Study. No
implication' should be made that the information contained
in those reports has been accepted by either the Planning
Commission or by any of the governmental agencies,
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especially the City of Iowa City. In addition, it is
suggested that each of the reports used as reference
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Material . should- .�,.^. -JC otnoted and' included in the
bibliography found on page 60 of.the`Impact Statement.'
2. On page 14 there is reference made to channel changes
that would be required in the construction of the road-
way. It is our feeling that these changes are not
Particularly significant and any changes to the channels
would be reviewed by the Iowa Natural Resources Council
and•approved,by' them ,:if the watershed drainage area
exceeded two square miles.
3. Some discussion was held on, page 30 concerning the
impact of noise caused .by traffic on the proposed free-
way. While there are no major residential developments'
taking place now along .the east side of Freeway 518
- between,Iowa_Highway Nl and Melrose Avenue, nonetheless
it is felt.desirable to plan for the planting of vegeta-
tion_along- this -,area so as to reduce, the impact>of
vehicular•noisalProperties.that might
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develo in:=that area at':some time in the future.:°
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4. In the section on fire protection discussed on the
bottom of "page' 31it 'is 'pointed out that fire protec-
tion„for:,the rural area'`outside of Iowa City would be
provided through 'contract with the City's Fire Department.
The. City, of Iowa City does not provide fire 'service out-`
side .of its corporate limits except on a special mutual-
aid'.arrangement with'the City of Coralville. It is not
felt that there would be detrimental effects to the
property,on the west side of Freeway 518 ;and within the
corporate limits''of Iowa City through the construction
of the proposed freeway. This property could still be
served by the Iowa City Fire Department. Long range
planning ,for, additional fire service would take. into
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account the`Freeway location:
5. There is,a brief discussion of alternatives to the pro-
posed design of -Freeway 518 found on pages 37 through
43. It is our feeling that 'every alternative that the
Highway Commission reviewed should be listed within the
Impact Statement' but not discussed in great detail. By
simply listing all of--tTe alternatives that were reviewed'
it would provide for a more comprehensive understanding
of the complete analysis which the Highway' Commission
design personnel investigated prior to arriving at the
present proposed alignment as the most desirable one to
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• 6. On page 43 reference is made to the fact that as develop-
ment occurs along the proposed project corridor itis
b' t to, regulations. Actually,
currently not su Jcc zoning
this statement is in error since all rural areas along the
corridorin Johnson County are subject to the provisions
of.th6 Johnson County Zoning Ordinance.,
7. it is felt,that,the section found on page 49 discussing
the total Freeway 518 project as it peTtains to the over
all freeway, and highway system should be expanded. Specifi
cally, discussion should be carried out in further detail as
to the impact that a major north-south ' highwayfacility will
have on eastern Iowa by providing a through link from
Minneapolis, Minnesotat to Saint Louis, Missouri. Itmust
be kept in mind that the Freeway 518 segment that is located
within Johnson County and bypassing-Iowa City on the south-
west is, an extremely important link in the"entiTe highway
network system.
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9. A minority report ''from the - Policy and -TechnicalCommittee
--of:-the., Are a-Transportation, Study indicated that the pro-.
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f on the Secondary
posed, reeway�woul&hive a� erious ef ect
Road Department of Johnson County. Specificallyt. it made.
reference to 'apossible:�reduction in.RoadUse Tax,,funds to
the County,. It is.our.feeling that this particular comment
is not peTtinent,to inevaluation.of the construction of
such:. a, highway. , For many years, the municipalities in Iowa
`received re . ceived far less thantheir fair share of revenue, from
the Road Use Tax Fun&to support not only maintenance ,opera-
tions but,also the construction of new facilities.
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9.� The:.co meAt has been made that considerable mileage will
have'to.beconstructed by Johnson County as a result of
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the proposed freeway. Againo it should be pointed out that
the City of Iowa City is in the same situation but we do
not:�view:this;as a problem. In fact, specific plans have
already.been made by the City to accommodate for the im-
proveinient of facilities that would be directly affected by
the construction of Freeway SIB. In particular I on the
south side of -Iowa city U. S. 218 is already under construc-
tion'and will be widened to a four-lane facility so as:-to
accommo . date,the traffic off of the proposed interchange at
Freeway 518 and U. S. 218. In similar fashion, the City is
planning to widen and pave that portion of Melrose Avenue
from the proposed interchange with Freeway SIB east to the
pre I sent four-lane divided section on Melrose Avenue. The
City is also making plans, in conjunction with the University
of Iowa, for the improvement of Melrose Avenue from the east
side of University.Heights to its intersection with
Riverside Drive.
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10. Modification to. Mormon Trek Boulevard 'Will.not have
a significanteffect'on'the movement of traffic in a
north -south direction and, in fact, might even facili-
tate the movement of traffic utilizing that particular
road.
II. The 'question has been raised in regard to the impact on
the Iowa City Municipal Airport by the,construction.of
the 518 Freeway., It.should be pointed out that the
Municipal Airport is'already restricted and bounded by
highways, rivers, and topography. The staff has re-
viewed possible expansion of the Airport in the`past and
concluded that it`was not feasible or desirable to
extend the length of any ',of'the runways. Furthermore,
with the discussion underway of some,type of regional
airport it is not considered that funds should be used
to expand the Iowa City Airport. In other words, since
this airport is already restricted the construction of
Freeway 518 would have no adverse effect on the airport.
12. If there is in fact concern about the fuel crisis and
making more -efficient useother transportation
systems as is mentioned in'one''of'the'drafts by 'a re-
viewing agency, then it.appears to us that this is a
matter requiring an energy policy level to be adapted
at the national level and not.by representatives of the
City of Iowa City.
13.' Although the sewage lagoon presently serving the Johnson
County Home will have to.be relocated it is our under-
standing that the"Highway Commission `would be construct-
ing ,a'new lagoon'' for them. ':If: however,', the County Home,
or other affected residents,.,desire to have sewer service
provided by the 'City of Iowa City it would be possible to
construct a sewer from the existing lift station located
in theHawkeye Apartment complex westerly along theClear
Creek watershed to serve this property. It should be
kept -,in mind, however, that the property owners would be
required ,to pay for the cost of such a sewer ,line in
accordance with the previously established City's policy
on extension of''sewer °services.
In conclusion it is the feeling'of the City Council that the above
mentioned comments should be forwarded to the Iowa 'Highway Commission
and included in an Environmental Impact Statement which they must.
submit in accordance: with their requirements for preparing such Impact
Statements. Overall it is our feeling that the beneficial aspects
ort
of the proposed Freeway 518 project should be stressed in the re
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Dear Colonel Tucker:
In my view, the display of the ,United States flag on
the uniforms worn by law enforcement officers is
appropriate, both as an indication of 'respect for the
flag itself and as a reminder that our flag symbolizes
the American freedoms which the peace officers of
our country have -dedicated their lives and their :en-
ergies to.preserve. I was interested to learn of the
initiative .the American.Federation of Police_has'taken
in encouraging its members to -wear representations
of the flag and I want to take thisopportunity to, send
my best wishes to you and to your fellow law enforce-
ment officers.
Sincerely,
Colonel N. Lee Tucker
National President
American Federation of Police
1100 N E 125th Street
North Miami, Florida 33161
•
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
GRAND AVENUr RESIDENCE HALLS
Ilillcrest
Rienow I
Rienow II
Quadrangle
South Quadrangle
February 27, 1973
Mr. David Epstein
Director of Public Safety
Civic Center
410 East Washington
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Fir. Epstein:
When I first invited you and Officer Harris to Hillcrest, I admit reservation, as our
dorm has not in the past been at all receptive to Law Enforcement Agents. Programs
that promote'a positive interaction between law enforcement officials and college
students are long overdue. It. is commendable that yours went over so well.
In the past we have experienced hostility between the two groups whenever we attempted
such a program. These recent prograns are an indication that we are heading for a
more improved line of communication between these taro groups.
Severalstudentsthat were present from other buildings were equally irpre.ssed and
have expressed interests in having you come to their hall to participate in a similar
program. In my opinion, you and Officer !'arris have made an imxleasurable contribution
toward better student -police relations by demanding their respect and gaining their
confidence.
Sincerely,
Ed Thomas
Head Resident
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cc: Mayor Brandt
Dean P. Hubbard
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City. of"Iowa City.
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Q REFER T0: ,
XX City Council Police Chief
Adm. 'Assistant Fire' -Chief
City, Clerk _Parks $"Rec. Director
Finance Director Public Works Director
Attorney Community Deva Director
SUBJECT,: i `Maintenance, of unpaved streets
For a number of yearsthe City's policy relative to unpaved
streets in the'City'has been that the City would provide necessary
labor for normal grading and maintenance and when crushed rock was
required the abutting property owners would pay for such rock.
This practice is followed for both public streets and alleys.
Reasons for the position are fairly obvious, not the least of
which is the money involved in providing for extensive maintenance
on streets which property owners, for various reasons, choose not
to.-have,paved. Up until ,recent annexations of areas primarily on
the east;and west sides of the City, this policy created no;par
-
ticularproblem since' practically all the streets in the, City, were
Paved or-i.^. t1, process of'"bein_g paved.
Today, however,we know of several public roads in the City
0 which are impassable to normal vehicular traffic•under certain
extreme weather conditions such as that experienced this past week.
The recently annexed areas involve roads such. as Camp Cardinal
road; the southerly extension of that roadway to Melrose Avenue;
a section of road connecting Melrose Avenue and Rarrit Road; a part
of old Dubuque Road, as it loops around the Carriage Hill subdivision
just north of Highway l; sections of east.Rochester well beyond First
Avenue; and parts of Scott'Bivd. In addition to these recently
acquired headaches we also have Taft Speedway and Foster Road, which
have been in the City for a longer period of time, but represent
the same kind of-problem.
While we might discuss the differences in a County road system
and a(municipal system and the, funds available for each, the
obvious conclusion seems to be that even when property owners are un
willing or unableto provide a paved road totheirproperty, the
City must assume some responsibility foraccessfor emergency and
service vehicles. The problem then would.seem to be a matter of
degree -- hot, much should the City speed to maintain roads which are
unpaved? in a few instances this may represent a substantial in-
vestment for access to only two or three families.
Tne Iowa City Council met in informal session at 12:30
P.M. on Tuesday March 6, 1973 in the Conference Room at the
Civic Center. Councilmen present were: Brandt, Connell,
Hickerson, White. Absent:. Czarnecki, Others present: Wells,
Honohan, Klaus, Pugh, Kraft, Bonnett,, Speer, Stolfus, Palmer.
City Manager Ray Wells presented Bill Nowysz.of William
Nowysz and Assoc., Architects, Iowa City, who presented the
lay -out and discussed the reasons for the remodeling of the
lobby and east portion of the Civic Center. He mentioned
1) no, private work space, 2) too much visual contact, 3)
high noise levels, 4) problem with air return, 5) no adequate
sun control, 6) confusing public access and 7) mixing of
unrelated departments.He recommended lowering the ceilings,
new air distribution and re -use of present light fixtures.
The City Manager proposed moving the upper gate for
security reasons, and stated ,that .the lay -out presented was
the most logical use of the space. He mentioned the possibility
of moving the 'Public Safety Department to an other building
and
converting that space for the Public Works
:Department.
He requested direction from'the Council on whether to, proceed
• with the plans. Council then discussed the timing, one area
to be done at a time, probably ninety days; the cost';; estimated
from $100,000 to 150,000; office spaces in,lobby; conflicts
in.meeting areas;' construction of"ceiling-windows; prefabrication,
phasing hours of construction;, improved signage. There was
no'objection 'to proceeding with the working drawings for the
remodeling.
Urban Renewal Director Jack Klaus reported on the letter
from Guy J. Birch, HUD Area Office, concerning., the status of
the R-18 Urban Renewal project'in'light of several recent.
policy revisions, listing l) recertification of the Workable
Program, by. Plumbing Code Ord,' deficiency' correction. 2) re-
quirements for housing in urban renewal areas, 3)„cut back in funds
from '$21124,802 to original $1,046,000. He offered four
alternatives: 1) drop R-18 program altogether,. 2) stand our
ground, 3) drop it as an Urban Renewal Project, or 4) use
special revenue sharing in the future. City Manager Ray Wells
discussed R-14 credits, traffic study recommendations for
Court -Melrose Bridge and Ralston Creek problems., Mr. Klaus then
reported on the second 'letter from Mr'. Birch concerning the
proposed' parking facility in R-14 that the local share wasn't
being carried out, because it is not being built. He stated
that the $1,400,000 committed to R-18 should stay in this
community, and if we do not do R-18, that reservation of funds
should be applied to the R-14 program as we will need an amenda-
tory loan/grant mainly for project improvements.
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