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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-09-18 Council minutesr COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES September 18, 1979 Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 9/18/79, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Vevera presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts (7:35 P.M.), Vevera. Absent: none. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Melling, Hayek, Stolfus, Schmeiser, Karr. Council minutes tape-recorded on Tape 79-24, Side 1, 1265-2100. Mayor Vevera proclaimed September 17 through 23, 1979 as Constitution Week. Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted, as presented: Minutes of Boards & Commissions: Planning & Zoning Comm. - 8/23/79 & 9/11/79; Senior Center Comm. -8/22/79; Library Bd. of Trustees -8/23/79; Committee on Community Needs -9/5/79. Permit Resolutions, Book 59, as recommended by City Clerk; RES. 79-448, p. 1209, APPROVING REFUND FOR BEER PERMIT. RES. 79-449, p. 1210, APPROVING CIGARETTE PERMITS. RES. 79-450, P. 1211, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDING THE FY80 BUDGET ENDING JUNE 30, 1980. Public hearing will be held September 25, 1979, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. Correspondence referred to the City Manager for reply: letter from Iowa City Chamber of Commerce re traffic patterns on Washington Street and downtown parking. Atty. Phil Leff re barrier island on Melrose Court. Erik Daley re development near Shimek School. Merlin Hamm re Southway Park, Lot 3, BDI Industrial Park. A letter from Leo Brachtenbach re airport records has been referred to the Airport Commission for reply. Applications for use of streets and public grounds: IC/JC Arts Council for various use of City Plaza for the week of September 21-29 for the "Grand Opening", approved. American Diabetes Assn. for use of Blackhawk Mini -park on September 15 and 22 to promote Diabetes Bike Ride Day, approved. Iowa Socialist Party for Blackhawk Mini - park to show a film on September 13 from 8-10 P.M., approved. Willowwind School for Blackhawk Mini -park to show a slide show on October 6 from 11 A.M.-5 P. M., approved. Downtown Assn. for use of City Plaza to display a race car on September 13, approved. Memo from Traffic Engineer re parking prohibition on Burns Avenue, noted. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $2,123,347.26 for the period of June 1 through June 30, 1979, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Mayor Vevera repeated the public hearing as set. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RANDS -DES MOINES ■. Council Activities September 18, 1979 Page 2 Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer, that the ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL PAD PLAN OF COURT HILL -SCOTT BOULEVARD, PART VII, be considered and given second vote for passage. Motion to consider carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmemberspresent. Affirmative roil call vote on second vote for passage unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the rule requiring that ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the first and second consideration and vote be waived, and the ORDINANCE 79-2969, Bk. 15, pp. 119-121, TO AMEND CHAPTER 32 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES (Subdivision Ord. re: Cul-de-sac), be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to defer action on items 3c re an ordinance vacating a portion of South Gilbert Street (Sand Road) and 3d an ordinance vacating Sand Lake Drive. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Recommendations from Planning and Zoning Comm.: 1) to approve the preliminary plat of McBride Addition, Parts 3 & 4, noted. 2) to recommend to the Coralville City Council approval of the preliminary and final plat of Dave's First Subdivision, noted. 3) to approve the preliminary and j final plat of R. H. Subdivision, Part II, (deferred until contingencies resolved). ! Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 79-451, Bk. 59, pp. 1212-1214, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF HICKORY RIDGE ESTATES, subject to obtaining utility signatures. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. j John Suchomel appeared and commented on the new bottle bill making his work easier. Public hearing held re amending section 8.10.35.11 of the Sign Ordinance, to allow two facia signs on buildings on corner lots in the CBS zone. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, and estimated cost for the Neighborhood Site Improvements - Asphalt Overlay Program, on portions of Washington Street and Highland Avenue. No one appeared. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 79-452, Bk. 59, pp. 1215-1216, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS - ASPHALT OVERLAY PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS, October 2, 1979. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held on the Curb Ramp Program - 1979. No one appeared. M1217-121Perret, erAPPROVING PLANS1ANDeSPECIFICAT Oto NS FOR THE CURB Bk. 59, PP• _.J RAMP PROGRAM - 1979 AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS, October 2, 1979. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. MICROFILM BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOIRES Council Activities September 18, 1979 Page 3 City Atty. Hayek commented that he had reviewed L. Brachtenbach's letter concerning procedures at the Airport and application of the Iowa City Code provisions. He suggested that as the Airport Commission has the authority to run the Airport, Brachtenbach should address his concerns to the Commission. It was moved by deProsse, seconded by Erdahl that the Council write the Airport Commission, bringing Brachtenbach's concerns to their attention. Erdahl called attention to the fact that all four incumbents to the Council have decided to run for another 4 year term and wished them luck. deProsse questioned if the fountain in Robert Lucas Square would be working for the dedication. City Mgr. Berlin replied that the sculpture will not be here, but a modified water feature will be improvised. He advised that Plastino would contact the Mayor regarding signs on the closing hour at the Landfill. Mayor Vevera pointed out that the new School Board is not interested in a meeting of the Board & Council re funding for school -crossing guards. It had been decided that staff members from the two agencies would meet with a 'unique hazards' committee. Neuhauser called attention to the hole in the roof in the City Clerk's office and resulting problems. Berlin stated that the roof would not be permanently repaired until the summer of 1980, when heating and air conditioning might be installed. Additional space would have to be leased to move the office. An updated on the Heating, Ventilation, Air- conditioning study will be provided soon by the Public Works Dept. Berlin reported that the Electrical Board had met on Friday morning after the ordinance had been amended, and would have recommendations for Council soon. Moved by Erdahl, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-454, Bk. 59, p. 1219, APPROVING THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD REDEVELOPMENT PLAN, AS REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 403 OF THE CODE OF IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager of Iowa City to offer a cable television franchise to Eastern Iowa Cablevision, Inc. Resolution not adopted, 0/7, all Councilmembers present. f Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 79-455, Bk. 59, p. 1220-1222, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A LEASE WITH JOHNSON COUNTY AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION FOR RENTAL OF STORAGE SPACE FOR PUBLIC WORKS EQUIPMENT AT THE JOHNSON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-456, Bk. 59, pp. 1223-1226, DIRECTING THE DELIVERY OF CONSTRUCTION WARRANTS IN PAYMENT OF CONTRACT, for construction completed on the 1979 BDI Second Edition Improvements. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-457, Bk. 59, p. 1227, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL BY ADDING POSITIONS, for additional bus drivers. Resolution J adopted, 5/2, with the following division of vote: Ayes: Perret, Balmer, deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser. Nays: Roberts, Vevera. Balmer expressed concern over expansion of service without fare increase. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DES MOINES Council Activities September 18, 1979 Page 4 -� Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-458, Bk. 59, P. 1228-1230, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL BY ADDING A POSITION, for Maintenance Worker II. Transit. Resolution adopted 5/2, with the following division of vote: Ayes: Balmer, deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser, Perret. Nays: Roberts, Vevera. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, that the rule requiring that ordinances must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the second consideration and vote be waived, and the ORDINANCE 79-2970, Bk. 15, pp. 122-124, AMENDING ORDINANCE 77-2859, THE BUILDING CODE, BY REDUCING WIND LOAD PRESSURE STANDARDS FOR GREENHOUSES AND PREFABRICATED METAL STORAGE SHEDS, be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer, to adopt ORDINANCE 79-2971, Bk. 15, pp. 125-126, AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, re solid waste pick-up at combined commercial/residential buildings, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to adopt ORDINANCE 79-2972, Bk. 15, P. 127-130, AMENDING ORDINANCE 78-2891 (Housing Code) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, re clarification of the terms exit and publicway, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret,, to adjourn P.M. MAYOR ATTEST: 0I CITY CLERK MICROFIVED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOVIES i i L, Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer, to adopt ORDINANCE 79-2971, Bk. 15, pp. 125-126, AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, re solid waste pick-up at combined commercial/residential buildings, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to adopt ORDINANCE 79-2972, Bk. 15, P. 127-130, AMENDING ORDINANCE 78-2891 (Housing Code) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, re clarification of the terms exit and publicway, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret,, to adjourn P.M. MAYOR ATTEST: 0I CITY CLERK MICROFIVED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOVIES i .. I ........... INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION SEPTEMBER 17, 1979 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: September 17, 1979, 1:30 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Robert Vevera presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts, Vevera. Absent: None. STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Heliing. Others present for certain discussions, as noted. TAPE-RECORDED: Reel 79-23, Side 2, 1 -End. STATUS OF LITIGATION City Atty. John Hayek present. 1-360 Re Civil Service Commission/Ron Fort. The question is whether or not the Commission has the authority to reinstate Fort to Sergeant. Hayek indicated that the promotion of employees is an administrative matter under jurisdiction of the City Manager. Commission and staff actions were discussed. Re: McLaughlin case, a report will be given later. Hayek advised that he was opposed to each commission hiring legal counsel without Council's permission. Brachtenbach's letter will be discussed at the formal meeting. DEDICATION OF CITY PLAZA Schreiber present. 360-411 Schedule forte dedication ceremony was distributed. Donald Kaul will be guest speaker at the Gov. Robert Lucas Square for the ceremony. APPLICAFiONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. Boothroy & Schmeiser. 411-930 Court Hill -Scott Blvd., Part VII, revisions have not yet been made. Ord. /unendin Cul -de -Sac Standards Staff has approved amendments. Waiver of readings has been requested Vacation of S. Gilbert & Sand Lake Drive will be deferred. City Mgr. Berlin stated that informat on m ght be ready by Oct. 2 for this project, S. Gilbert St. Improvement Project. MacBride Addn. 3 & 4, Prel Plat. They will dedicate 1.7 A of land for an extension to Fina Park. Parks & Rec. Comm. recommend acceptance. Boothroy outlined the street layout, access to park, with street extended to next area (no cul-de-sac) owned by Cameron. Watershed and detention basin were discussed, the City accepting dedication of the detention area to provide access to the park and for safety and visibility. R. H. Subdivison, Part II, Preliminary included 70 acres, Lot 1 sold to Moss, Lot e d in a eyance. Final plat is only of Lot 1. Need dedication of right-of-way for future Mormon Trek Blvd, and agreement on resubdivision of Lot 2. On agenda next week if legal papers are in. Hickory Ridge Estates, Prel & Final. Capacity of detention basin is in question, as it as 2 acres out of a 10 acre subdivision. Agreement for installation of stormwater detention basis, as stipulated by three conditions Council outlined. Atty. Haupert advised that they have given Johnson County a written agreement that they will not resubdivide. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DES MOINES Page 2 T3/, Informal Council September 17, 1979 Dave, First Subd. Within Iowa City Annexation area on West Overlook Road, and wit in Cora ville two mile area control. Lot 1 has no frontage on a public road, but meets County requirements with a 40' access easement. Several Councilmembers expressed concern. The item will be on next week's agenda for a recommendation to Coralville. CROSSING GUARD PROGRAM Chief Miller present. Mayor Vevera commented on his meeting with School Board Pres. Vermace, & 930-1236 options presented. Atty. Ryan's legal opinions noted. A 'unique hazards' committee working with City Staff was suggested. Chief Miller's memo was discussed. A legal opinion was requested on whether or not the school can contribute to expenses. Brachtel is checking the number of cars at school crossing times. Miller pointed out that there have been no injuries where crossing guards are on duty. A meeting of the committee with staff representation is being scheduled. AGENDA AND COUNCILTIME TAddi0-930/tape. Stormwater Management Plan for Ralston Creek, & 1236-1714 ptiona dtion by Res. will be scheduled for informal discussion. l information will be presented by Public Works & Police will check signage on Melrose Ct. The City receives no compensation from the University for extra expense incurred by Police Dept. during athletic events. 3. Contradictions between Plastino's memo on additional transit service, and discussion with Mose, regarding peak hours. Mose stated that Iowa City has an extended rush hour. Standing behind the line is allowed i when buses are full. Costs for additional drivers requested is not in the budget. SMSA status will allow Iowa City to request operating assistance from DOT. Berlin noted that it would be late '81 or '82, after 4. StatustofAreahe uTranspors is tation,Study was ediscussedCreceive lt wasassistance. that JCRPC Transit Planner Friese has resigned, Berlin commented that ATS, and issues will be discussed during goal -setting session with i Ringgenberg. Berlin suggested a staff memo on the issues, to give Planning and Zoning something to deal with in reviewing what areas of the ATS are contrary to the Comprehensive Plan. There were no objections, staff will summarize the major areas of conflict. 5. Stop sign at intersection of Bloomington/Lucas was discussed. Berlin advised that staff will investigate. 6. Balmer called attention to the bus stop at Sheridan/Rundell, where on that side of the street, there is no sidewalk, Mulford property. Across the street, the bus blocks traffic and the sidewalk has an incline. Bus staff is opposed to moving it in front of Schabillions. 6. Erdahl complimented Drew Shaffer on his memo regarding cable TV, stating that it really explained the status of the project. 7. Berlin noted that the complaints of noise from Sheller -Globe had been taken care of. 8. Berlin commented on the funding for the Conklin Lane Shelter, HCDA funding has been applied for & the City should hear about it this month. 9. deProsse called attention to status of Animal Control Ordinance. 10. Item N13, cable TV, on agenda, can be voted down. 11. Lease at 4-H grounds --after construction of vehicle storage in FY'81, we will not need to lease. 12. Berlin noted that the chip -sealing project has started, & commented on need for street -sweeping program. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES IIOIBES MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOIRES R 1. Page 3 Informal Council E 17, 1979 PROJECT raft & Kn g t present. j i I 4 'r j MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOIRES R 1. Page 3 Informal Council September NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS- CDBG 17, 1979 PROJECT raft & Kn g t present. 1714 -End Notification of applicants whether or not they would receive a tree, was di scussed. Hauber is in the Process of doing this, and a pamphlet re maintenance will be distributed also. Beautification Court on Muscatine between & Burlington, will be behind the barricade. At the intersection Of Court/Muscatine, plantings should be made around the signal control box. Knight called attention to the time needed to get the programs set, and to fit them into time schedules. Time schedule for sidewalk repair was outlined. Problems with income requirement process were explained. Longfellow, Creekside & Southside areas soon, Northside & Hickory Hill next spring, for sidewalk repair construction. deProsse left the meeting, 4:00 P.M. Neuhauser questioned regulations for applications for 312 loans. Berlin advised that staff would report. Letter sent by Seydel regarding housing sites was distributed. Meeting adjourned, 4:05 P.M. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOIRES R 1.