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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-07-03 Council minutesCOMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES JULY 3, 1979 Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 7/3/79, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Vevera presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser, Perret (7:35 P.M.), Roberts, Vevera. Absent: Erdahl. Staffinembers present: Hayek, Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Dietz, Mose, Brown, Karr. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 79-17, Side 2, 2061 -End, and Tape 79-20, Side 1, 1-842. Stolfus requested the addition of the Iowa City Airport Commission minutes of May 24, 1979, to the Consent Calendar. Perret arrived, 7:35 P.M. Balmer requested discussion of Airport Comm. minutes and Housing Appeals minutes of 5/10. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted, as amended: Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtg., 6/19/79, subject to correction, as recommended by City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Riverfront Comm. -6/27/79; Planning & Zoning Comm. -6/18/79; Human Rights Comm. -5/30/79; Housing Appeals Board -5/10/79, City Manager will check procedure on 1 enforcement of regulations on single-family dwellings, for violation outlined in these minutes; Housing Appeals Board -5/18/79; Senior Center Comm. -6/20/79; Iowa City Airport Comm. -5/24/79, after discus- sion, City Atty. Hayek was requested to research question raft id on City liability for Airport Comm. action, also for other Commissions' actions and report back. Permit Resolutions, Book 57, as recommended by City Clerk: RES. 79-290, p. 890, APPROVING CLASS C BEER SUNDAY SALES AND RES. 79-291, p. 891, APPROVING CLASS C BEER PERMIT FOR VOSS PETROLEUM CO., INC. dba DISCOUNT DAN'S SHELL, 933 South Clinton. RES. 79- 292, APPROVING CIGARETTE PERMITS, pp. 892-893. RES. 79-293, Bk. 57, p. 894, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON 7/17/79 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE FOR THE BLOCK 64 PARKING GARAGE. Correspondence: Petition for suspension of taxes for Opal Hochstetler, approved. Letter from Marilyn Turner regarding the alleged discrimination practises of Woodfield's Disco referred to City Manager for reply. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Mayor Vevera announced the public hearing as ,.;et. Recommendations from Plannirrq & Zoning Comm. denying prel. planned area development plan of '1750 Rochester', noted. Larry Schnittjer i appeared and reviewed street placement and stormwater basin on plat. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DEs MOINES Council Activities July 3, 1979 -� Page 2 Patt Cain, P & Z Commissioner, requested that the P & Z Comm. be allowed to review any changes. Councilmembers will review the area. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, 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 79-2960, Bk. 15, pp. 87-89, AMENDING SECTIONS 8.10.35.1 AND 8.10.35.12A.2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADDING PROVISIONS FOR COMMON SIGNAGE, as approved by P & Z Comm., be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, that the ordinances be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Nancy Draper, representing Better Cab Co. requested an extension of the the trial period for the extended SEATS service, & pointed out problems encountered with Affirmative Action policy regarding insurance coverage. H.R. Dir. Brown advised that the staff is investigating. Brad Meyer appeared. After staff report on resolution of the problem, Council will consider an extension. Public hearing on revised transit schedules, routings and rates was held. Those appearing with suggestions included: Brad Meyer, 840 Maggard; Dorothy Coon, 1409 Yewell; John Suchomel, 330h N. Lucas; Steve Shupe, 740 Carriage Hill; Raymond Roe, 814 Jefferson; Aggie Albeneze, 1621 Wilson; Dan Fitzsimmons, 3104 Maplewood Lane; Pat Connally, 1007 N. Summit; Bill Harris, 1421 Ridge St. Mayor Vevera declared a five minute recess. After the meeting resumed, deProsse was noted as absent, 8:50 P.M. Mayor Vevera stated that there were four votes to not raise the rates. Changes in the routes will be discussed at the 7/16 meeting, with action on 7/17 meeting, so that staff can get the changes implemented. Letter from Lee Dameron noted. Public hearing was held on the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate for the truck wash building at the Iowa City Service Center. No one appeared. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Res. 79-294, Bk. 57, pp. 895-896, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE FOR THE TRUCK WASH BUILDING AND DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE TO BIDDERS, bids to be taken 7/26/79. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Public hearing on plans and specifications for the South Gilbert Street Improvement Project, FAUS Project No. UST-M-4051(1)--BU-52. No one appeared. Moved by Roberts, seconded by Perret, to adopt Res. 79-295, Bk. 57, TA897-898, KENFORSOAPPROVING PLANS NSPECIFICATIONS AUTHORIZE UTHGIILBERTSTREETIIMPROVEMENTPROJECT, atAmesonB8/14/79. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES IIORICs Council Activities July 3, 1979 Page 3 Public hearing was held on the Resolution of Necessity for 1979 Street Improvements (Tanglewood Street - Ventura Avenue). Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret,that the letters from Bruce Glasgow and William Casey be made a part of the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0. Mrs. Evelyn Jensen, 2050 N. Dubuque; Daniel Berg, 40 Ventura; and Damien Pieper, 35 Ventura, voiced objections to the project. Quentin Pitzen, 2040 Tanglewood, also appeared. Because a 3/4 vote of Council was needed to adopt the Res. of Necessity and only 5 members were present, it was moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Perret that Council action on said Res. of Necessity, all objections made or filed thereto and all other matters related or incidental thereto be deferred and continued to a meeting of the Council, to be held on the 17th day of July, 1979, at 7:30 o'clock P.M. in the Council Chambers, that the Council retains jurisdiction of said Resolution of Necessity, objections thereto, and other related matters for consideration and action theron at said adjourned meeting. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Staff will investigate to see if one of the parcels has been sold. Riverfront Comm. recommendation upgrading Sturgis Corner boat ramp site noted. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Roberts, to employ Stanley Consultants to study the Sturgis Ferry sites (north and south) and make a recommendation regarding feasibility of a ramp. Affirmative roll call vote unanimously, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Senior Center Commission recommendation regarding the preliminary design plans for the Senior Center, noted. Moved by Perret, seconded by j Neuhauser, to direct the architects, Wehner, Nowysz, Pattschull & Pfiffner, to draft final plans for the Senior Center. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Mayor Vevera announced two vacancies: 1) Committee on Community Needs for an unexpired term ending March 1, 1980; 2) Housing Comm. for an unexpired term ending May 1, 1980. These appointments will be made at the 8/14/79 meeting. City Manager Berlin pointed out that the proposed salary for the City Clerk was not in line with the administrative pay plan and should be increased by $673.00 per year. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer, to increase the City Clerk's annual salary by $673.00 (total $20,673). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt Res. 79-296, Bk. 57, pp. 899-902, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT AMENDMENT FOR THE BLOCK 64 DESIGN CONTRACT INCREASING THE FEE FROM $81,000 to $89,000. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adopt Res. 79-297, Bk. 57 p. 903, ESTABLISHING POSITION BY PAY PLAN FOR CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL OF MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DES 110111ES fl� j Council Activities July 3, 1979 Page 4 THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR FY80. Resolution adopted, 4/1, with the following division of vote: Ayes: Balmer, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts. Nays: Vevera. Absent: deProsse and Erdahl. Moved NG SECTION 17-6(d)eOFaTHE rCODE cOFdORDINANCES eOF IOWA CITY CEILING EHEIGHT ITO EXEMPT DWELLINGS WHICH WERE CONSTRUCTED PRIOR TO 1919 FROM THIS PROVISION, be considered and given second vote for passage. Motion to consider carried, 5/0. Affirmative roll call vote for second vote for passage unanimous, 5/0, deProsse and Erdahl absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Vevera, to adjourn the meeting, 10:00 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. 2 ROBERT A. VEVER AYO� C �e , ABBIE STOLFUS, CIJY CLERK MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOINES r INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JUNE 18, 1919 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: June 18, 1979, 1:30 P.M., in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Pro tem Balmer presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Perret, deProsse, Neuhauser. Absent: Roberts, Erdahl (1:40 PM), Vevera (3:00 PM) STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling. Others present for certain discussions, as noted. TAPE-RECORDED on Reel 79-18, Side 2, 30 to End, and Reel 79-19, Side 1, 1-134, APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Schmeiser, Boothroy 38-600 "1750 Rochester" 1. Boothroy explained denial by P&Z. In the Windsor Hts. V subdivision, P&Z said Windsor Court should be extended to Seventh Ave. as an access, now Glasgow wants to extend this street thru the storm -water detention basin, will give the r -o -w thru to the City, but will not construct the street. 2. Schnittjer was present for Glasgow & he explained that the street alignment in Windsor Hts. V. was not good, too steep. Councilman Erdahl present, 1:40 PM. 3, As the developable lots belong to Schneider, Glasgow says Schneider should provide the storm -water detention. 4. Traffic patterns were discussed. 5. Schnittjer commented on Glasgow's plans to get building permits, access to Rochester. Berlin stated that he would prefer that Glasgow develop the P.A.D. P&Z wanted Windsor Ct. to be extended. 6. A compilation of all staffreports will be sent to Council, and a meeting scheduled with P&Z for Monday, with Glasgow present if he wishes to be. Hy -Vee Store N1, Sou!' of��By asks 6 1. This is bothanLSNRDand i subdivision (Boyrum Subd.). 2, One-half of the r -o -w will be quit -claimed to the City by Miller, the other half by Boyd. The plan meets the requirements of the new tree regulations, 3. The same language, "existing unauthorized access", not approved by RR or City, should be written on final plat. Council discussed the unprotected rail crossing, which Steve Victor advised was on a private street, on private land. The legal department will determine if there is any City liability. 4. A report from the Traffic Engineer was requested regarding the railroad crossing, the accesses and traffic patterns in the area. 5. The final plat for Boyrum St. Subd, does not show medians that were on the preliminary. DOT wanted a free-flow type of access. The Traffic Engr. agreed with the final plat. Traffic flow was explained, P&Z approved as shown on final, (no median). Schmeiser commented that it would be a problem, when there is heavy traffic on Boyrum. i;. - MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -0[S 11011iCS ..- Page 2 TREE REGULATIONS_ dehrosse absent from the room, 2:20 PM. Boothroy stated that the memo from the packet of 6/15 outlined changes made, but there are other subtle and minor changes. It was noted that it was more beneficial to have large! trees. This ordinance will be enforceable. Other discussion will !le held at the public hearing. SIGN ORDINANCE The amendment will benefit Norm Bailey, as well as others, to have one common sign on Gilbert St., for the six stores on Quincy St. deProsse returned, 2:35 PM. This ordinance is applicable only to five or more businesses. RIDGE ROAD DRAINAGE Dietz present. I. Mr. & Mrs. Hendershot were present. 2. Dietz outlined the problem on a map on the blackboard. Mayor Vevera arrived, 2:40 PM. 3. Erosion between the Lambert & Cutler properties, dumps into the Ball (Hendershot) property. 4. Dietz explained remedies, and problems in implementation. 5. There is a 7' strip of land, originally used for a walkway, city inlets concentrate a flow of water onto this area. There are no deed restrictions on the 7' or no city access for drainage. 6. The Ball triangle can be developed. 7. Dietz advised Council that what they decided would have an impact on other similar locations and problems. Lambert will not give access for filling from the top. 8. Council asked for information on the magnitude of the'costs, and list of other areas of the City where there are problems, also the responsibility of the City. Staff will discuss alternatives at a later date. Balmer asked if a consultant could be retained. 9. Dietz explained the situations at the end of Virginia Drive and at Ridgewood Lane. City crews have dumped rip -rap at the end of Virginia Drive, which has stabilized the erosion. At Ridge- wood there is a hole in the storm sewer, which is now surrounded by a snowfence. There is no easement for sewer pipe. This could be an in-house project. ARCHITECTURAL BARRIER REMOVAL PROGRAM Kraft, Keller, present. I. KeTTe—r—ca-TTeT attention to the memo in the 6/15 packet. 200 curb cuts from $50,000. This construction package will be tied in with the Neighborhood Site Improvement Program, possibly will be bid in one month. Keller explained the rationale for the locations of cuts. 2. There were programs in three areas, the Civic Center, the Rec Center and City Park, a status report was given for each area. The Plaza will be accessible. SPOUSE ABUSE Kraft present. K1— raft called attention to the memo presented in the 6/15 packet. The Sept. 4 date should be changed to Sept. 11th. Berlin commented that the schedule as presented, was realistic. 2. Diane Dornburg stated that the shelter could be opened 3/1/80, depending on time for rehab. 3. Berlin explained why the City could not option property. Any intention to circumvent regulations of HUD would be risky. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEM RAPIDS -DES MOINES Informal Council June 18, 1979 600-750 750-1190 1190-1535 1535-1750 Page 3. 4. Several houses could be looked at, in the '403' area. 5. United Way will be exploring a way of finding funding for the program, the City giving them this start. AGENDA - COUNCIL TIME Councilmembers do not wish to receive Board & Commission agendas in the packet. Also both sides of paper should be used if possible, on other items. 2. deProsse called attention to the letter from Old Brick as distributed, asking for donation of bricks for bordering sidewalk on Clinton St. (in public right-of-way). Berlin advised that they �:ould have to get approval of Public Works re construction procedure. 3. deProsse noted that bicyclists are using the old bike -way on First Ave. Berlin stated that Staff is meeting with the School District on Tues. and will discuss this problem, along with the crossing guard issue. 4. deProsse advised that she would not be attending the June 25th & 26th meetings. 5. After a short discussion, Councilmembers agreed to go ahead and charge for motorcycle parking, as recommended by Brachtel in his memo on the agenda. 6. Berlin clarified the procedure used in support for the Nelson Adult Center, noting that it was HUD regulation. 7. Berlin stated that only the Washington/Capitol segment of the Streetscape Project is being done at this time. Clinton will be another segment. 8. deProsse questioned if the Boat Ramp, as explained in the recommendation from Riverfront Comm., met the requirements for funding for low, moderate income. Berlin explained that the rest of the program, overall, should meet the 75% require- ment, but he would check to make sure. As the City does not own the property, dedication of the 80' from Braverman, was discussed. 9. Berlin explained that handbill advertising was not allowed. Stolfus noted that in one Sec. of the Code, a permit is required, in another section, distribution is not allowed. 10. Helling outlined the present plans for the Muscular Dystrophy parade on Nov. 4th. Starting at 9 AM on Sun. morning would eliminate cross -traffic problems on the Bypass. He noted that a lot more work on safety matters had been done this year. They will make an application later. 11. Regarding the letter from Robert Crow, the Traffic Engineer will investigate and do a card survey. Helling advised that Plastino wanted to discuss the problem on Broadway. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES t101n Es Informal Council June 18, 1979 1750-2710 ..1 r-. Page 4 Informal Council June 18, 1979 12. City Clerk made corrections to the agenda as follows: Items 2.c (6), (7), & (8), are Beer licenses not Liquor; Items 2.c (9) & (10) should be deleted, at request of applicant; Item 19, should be improvements in Braverman Center Addn. not Southgate; and a proclamation for Sun Day will be added. The Mayor added another proclamation, Area Home Builders' Week. 13. Berlin called attention to a problem concerning a public housing site on F St., brought to his attention by John Gillespie. Gillespie was advised to write a letter to Council. 14. Mayor Vevera asked if any other Councilmembers had had problems with persons given citations by the Animal Shelter re dogs & leashing. Berlin noted two complaints had been received. Council discussed Councilmembers suggested giving a warning the first time there m the Code, attitude of City employees, dogs under 'control'. Some is a violation. Berlin noted that there are not as many complaints now as in previous years. Horton will provide a report on both circumstances, as well as on problems they are having, and progress of a new ordinance. APPOINTMENT TO THE HOUSING COMMISSION 1. City Clerk advised that Lorna Mathes had withdrawn her application. 2. Councilmembers agreed to appoint Rachel Dennis. COMPENSATION -CITY MANAGER & CITY CLERK 1. Vevera commented that there was not a big enough sprea9-18 d between 2710 -End department head salaries and the City Mgr.'s salary. Berlin Side 1, Reel 7, outlined survey of Big 10 -Big 8 cities taken b City Mgr. salaries. Councilmembers agreed that they were pleased ersonnel for 1 134 with the job Berlin is doing, bringing the City together, and for the five years, he has not had a merit raise. Replacement cost to be competitive,'was discussed. Council agreed to set the salary at the third quartile for the northwest geographic region, in personnel survey, at $38,985. 2. Council agreed on $20,000 for the City Clerk salary. Meeting adjourned, 5:05 PM. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOIIIES COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES JUNE 19, 1979 Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 6/19/79, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Vevera presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser, Ferret (7:35 PM), Roberts, Vevera. Absent: Erdahl. Staffinembers present: Hayek, Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Glaves, Schmeiser. Council minutes tape-recorded on Tape 79-17, Side 1, 1241 -End. Mayor Vevera proclaimed Saturday, June 23rd as Sun Day, and the week of June 22-29 as Area Home Builders Assn. Week, Iowa City area. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted, as amended at the informal meeting: Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtg., 6/5/79, subject to correction, as recommended by City Clerk. Minutes of Boards & Commissions: Planning & Zoning Comm. -6/4 & 6/7/79; Riverfront Comm. -5/30/79; Resources Conserv. Comm. -5/8 & 6/12/79; Senior Center Comm. -6/6/79. Permit Resolutions, Book 57, as recommended by City Clerk: RES. 79-258, p, 834, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR D. ALBERHASKY dba/DAVE'S FOXHEAD TAVERN, 402 E. Market. RES. 79-259, p. 835, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE and RES. 79-260, p. 836, SUNDAY SALES. FOR K. DEMPSTER dba/THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E. Burlington. RES. 79-261, p. 837, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR L. & J. McNERTNEY dba/SYCAMORE EATING AND DRINKING CO., INC., MALL SHOPPING CENTER. RES. 79-262, p. 838, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR CHOPEK POST M17, AMERICAN LEGION, 3016 American Legion Road. RES. 79-263, p. 839, APPROVING CLASS C BEER PERMIT and RES. 79-264, p. 840, SUNDAY SALES FOR WALGREEN, 1646 Sycamore. RES. 79-265, p. 841, APPROVING CLASS C BEER PERMIT FOR MCRO, INC. dba/WHITEWAY SUPERMARKET, 212 S. Clinton. RES. 79-266, APPROVING CIGARETTE PERMITS, pp, 842-843. RES. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 79-267, Bk. 57, p. 844, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON 7/17/79 ON PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SOUTH GILBERT STREET PROJECT. RES. 79-268, Bk. 57, p. 845, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE FOR TRUCK WASH BUILDING AT SERVICE CENTER, FOR 7/3/79, at Civic Center, bids opened 7/26, and awarded 7/31. Correspondence referred to City Mgr. for reply: R. Reddig, concerning distribution of handbills. Petition from R. Crow & eight residents of 1600 Block of Broadway requesting re-evaluation of 'no parking' signs on west side of Broadway. Memo from Traffic Engr. re addition of motorcycle parking at Burlington St. Parking Lot. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES !10111[5 Council Activities June 19, 1979 Page 2 Application from J. & T. Shymansky to hold annual block party on McLean St. , June 23, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl & Perret absent. Mayor Vevera announced the public hearings as set. Recommendations from Planning & Zoning Comm.: 1) denying prel. planned area development plan of '1750 Rochester' and 2) approving final large scale non-residential development plan and final plat of Hy -Vee Food Stores, south of Hwy. 6 Bypass, Moved by Balmer, seconded by Roberts, to set public hearing on the revised Tree Regulations, on July 17, 1979, as recommended by P&Z. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0. Staff memo also, noted. Public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Sections 8.10.35.1 and 8.10.35.12A of the Sign Ordinance. No one appeared. John Suchomel appeared for clarification on issuance of bonds for the Dey Bldg. construction of the hotel, and commented on flag request compliance. Councilman Perret arrived, 7:35 P.M. Public hearing was held on whether a beer permit issued to Donald Stucker, dba/First Avenue Kerr-McGee, should be revoked or suspended for violation of liquor regulations. City Atty. Hayek indicated that Officer Keating was present to give evidence if the Council wished, however he was asking for a deferral for one week to verify if the conviction was obtained, If it is, there is a mandatory 14 day suspension. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, .to defer the public hearing for one week. Donald Stucker stated that he had entered a guilty plea at court. Hayek stated that Council could act now on the matter, and deProsse and Perret withdrew their motion. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to suspend the license for two weeks, starting July 9th. Motion carried, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Public hearing was held on the plans, specifications, form of contract for Streetscape Improvement Project II -A, paving & sewer on Capitol between Burlington and Washington, and Washington between Madison & Clinton. Development Coordinator Glaves relayed the request of the University to hold the paving alignment of a portion of Washington St. from Capitol to Madison to the North edge. He asked that Council adopt the plans, and the change could be made by addendum or field change later, so that the bidding process would not be delayed, Glaves gave an explanation of the request and noted that it would not adversely affect Iowa City. Roberts reiterated his concern over the narrowness of Washington, and re turning radius for trucks. He also questioned the replacement of two storm sewers with one, which was answered by Glaves. John Suchomel advised Council of two plugged sewer drains, one by the Engineering Building and the other at the Iowa Ave, parking lot. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret to adopt RES. 79-269, Bk. 57, pp. 846-847, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT II -A, bids to be received on 7/12. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. MICROFILM EO BY JORM MICROLAB cennR RA HDs-DU '101 NES Council Activities June 19, 1979 Page 3 The recommendation of the Riverfront Commission regarding allocation of $75,000 CDBG funds was discussed. Berlin explained that Stanley Consultants reported that a boat ramp at Sturgis Corners was not feasible. Vevera was upset that Iowa City does not make use of its river. Commis- sioner Gilpin advised that they would be considering the report and alternative locations at their next meeting. The report will also be sent to Councilmembers. Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, to appoint Rachel Dennis, 1110 N. Dubuque, to the Housing Commission for an unexpired term ending May 1, 1982. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-270, Bk. 57, p. 848, ON UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES for FY80. Balmer suggested that a 10% raise would be fair for the City Manager's salary, and stated that salaries should be discussed without the individuals present. Other Councilmembers explained why they were in favor of the proposed raise. Jim Lyons, 808 S. Dubuque, questioned how Council was exempting this move from President Carter's guidelines. Perret explained that the 7% can be the average of the whole group, or City unit. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. City Manager Berlin reported that he understood that regarding the Nagle hotel, that Nagle does not want to proceed with conventional financing. Staff will schedule a discussion for July 2nd, and at that time a draft of the new bidding documents, memo on alternative financing and a recommendation will be presented, to get the bids out early in July. The City legally has to rebid the project, to be able to use the Revenue Bond financing. The City Manager requested that any calls concerning cable television franchise should be referred to Atty. Hayek or Asst. Atty. Ryan. He also called attention to the parking ramp, Block 83/84, report as distributed, from Carl Walker & Associates. Asst. City Mgr. Helling stated that Senator Small had called a meeting on Thursday at 3 PM with Mr. Stanek of the Iowa Energy Policy Council, which would be at the Civic Center and open to the public. Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, to approve the Revised Fiscal Policy as presented by the Finance Director. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret to approve the Curb Cut Program Portion of the Architectural Barrier Removal Program, as proposed by Planning and Program Dept. Motion carried unanimously. Status report on other elements of the program was distributed with agenda. Previously this CDBG-funded program had been approved by Resolution, this approval is for curb -cut sites. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer to adopt RES. 79-271, Bk. 57, pp. 849-858, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE JOHNSON COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS FOR THE MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB r.rnnR RAPIDS -Drs -minrs Council Activities June 19, 1979 Page 4 USE OF $50,000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR DAY CARE SERVICES (NELSON ADULT CENTER) TO ADULTS CONSTRAINED BY DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (PRIMARILY MENTAL RETARDATION). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. City Manager Berlin announced his resignation as an officer of the organization. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-272, Bk. 57, pp. 859-861, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, transferring the ownership of lighting systems at the intersection of I-80 & Primary Road N1 to D.O.T. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. City Mgr. Berlin requested that the following resolution and ordinance in Item 21, be implemented before July. Because the adoption of these items was inevitable, Vevera & Roberts noted that they would vote for them to facilitate implementation by the Finance Dept., although actually they were against the items. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse,- to adopt RES. 79-273, Bk. 57, p. 862,SETTING FEES FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE. Resolution adopted upon the following division of vote: Ayes: Vevera, deProsse, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts. Nays: Balmer. Absent: Erdahl. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-274, Bk. 57, pp. 863-866, APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY, necessary for - the Corridor Sewers Project, for construction within CRANDIC right-of-way. Affirmative roll call vote " unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-275, Bk. 57, p. 867, ON INDUSTRIAL COST RECOVERY, a condition of Corridor Sewer grant. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-276, Bk. 57, p. 868, ACCEPTING SANITARY AND STORM SEWER AND PAVING IMPROVEMENTS IN BRAVERMAN CENTER ADDITION, specifically all of Block 7, and Lots 1, 2, & 3 of Block 5. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-277, Bk. 57,' p. '869; AWARDING PART C OF THE BDI SECOND' ADDITION SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TO PARKVIEW COMPANY FOR $199,265.00, as changed and recommended by Public Works. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Council discussed the mandatory collection portion of the ordinance, as there can be no private collection. Atty. Hayek advised passage of the ordinance at this time, but he will review the provision for mandatory collection. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, 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 that ORD. 79-2958, Bk. 15, pp. 79-83, AMENDING AN ORDINANCE MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB UDAR RAPIB- Dff rioiRE.s Council Activities June 19, 1979 Page 5 AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY (SOLID WASTE ORD.), be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Staff was requested to check into complaint received from Byron Ross. Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, that ORD. 79-2959, Bk. 15, pp. 84-86, AMENDING CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE I, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY BY ADDING REGULATIONS FOR DANCES IN ESTABLISHMENTS WHICH HOLD BEER OR LIQUOR LICENSES, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Vevera, to adjourn the meeting, 8:55 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. ROBERT A. VEVERA, MAYOR MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAP IDS•DES n0111ES MINUTES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 6/19/79 The cost of publishing the following pro- ceedings & claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 6/19/79, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Vevera presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser, Perret (7:35 PM), Roberts, Vevera. Absent: Erdahl. Mayor Vevera proclaimed Saturday, June 23rd as Sun Day, and the week of June 22-29 as Area Home Builders Assn. Week, Iowa City area. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted, as amended at the informal meeting: Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtg., 6/5/79, subject to correction, as recommended by City Clerk. Minutes of Boards & Commissions: Planning & Zoning Comm. -6/4 & 6/7/79; Riverfront Comm. -5/30/79; Resources Conserv. Comm. -5/8 & '6/12/79; Senior Center Comm. - 6/6/79. Permit Resolutions, Book 57, as recommended by City Clerk:: RES. 79-258, p. 834, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR D. ALBERHASKY dba/DAVE'S FOXHEAD TAVERN, 402 E. Market. RES. 79-259, p. 835, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE and RES. 79-260, p. 836, SUNDAY SALES FOR K. DEMPSTER dba/THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E. Burlington. RES. 79-261, p. 837, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR L. & J. McNERTNEY dba/SYCAMORE EATING AND DRINKING CO., INC., MALL SHOPPING CENTER. RES. 79-262, p. 838, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR CHOPEK POST M17, AMERICAN LEGION, 3016 American Legion Road. RES. 79-263, p. 839, APPROVING CLASS C BEER PERMIT and RES. 79-264, p. 840, SUNDAY SALES FOR WALGREEN, 1646 Sycamore. RES. 79-265, p. 841, APPROVING CLASS C BEER PERMIT FOR MCRO, INC. dba/WHITEWAY SUPERMARKET, 212 S. Clinton. RES. 79-266, APPROVING CIGARETTE PERMITS, pp. 842-843." RES. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 79- 267, Bk. 57, p. 844, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON 7/17/79 ON PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SOUTH GILBERT STREET PROJECT. RES. 79-268, Bk. 57, p. 845, SETTING PUBLIC NEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES '10111Es Official Actions FOR TRUCK WASH BUILDING AT SERVICE CENTER, FOR June 19, 1979 7/3/79, at Civic Center, bids opened 7/26, and Page 2 awarded 7/31, Correspondence referred to City Mgr. for reply: R. Reddig, concerning distribution of handbills. Petition from R. Crow & eight residents of 1600 Block of Broadway requesting re-evaluation of 'no parking' signs on west side of Broadway. Memo from Traffic Engr, re addition of motorcycle parking at Burlington St. Parking Lot. Application from J. & T. Shymansky to hold annual block party on McLean St., June 23, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Erdahl & Perret absent. Recommendations from Planning & Zoning Comm.: 1) denying prel, planned area development plan of 1750 Rochester. and 2) approving final large scale non-residential development plan and final plat of Hy -Vee Food Stores,south of. Hwy, 6 Bypass. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Roberts, to set public hearing on the revised Tree Regulations, on July 17, 1979, as recommended by P&Z. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0. Staff memo also, noted. Public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Sections 8.10,35,1 and 8.10,35.12A of the Sign Ordinance. No one appeared. John Suchomel appeared for clarification on issuance of bonds for the Dey Bldg, construction of the hotel, and commented on flag request compliance. Councilman Perret arrived, 7:35 P.M. Public hearing was held on .whether a beer Permit issued to Donald Stucker, dba/First Avenue Kerr-McGee, should be revoked or suspended for violation of liquor regulations. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret; to defer the public hearing for one week. Donald Stucker stated that he had entered a guilty plea at court. Hayek stated that Council could act now on the matter, and deProsse and Perret withdrew their motion. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to suspend the license for two weeks, starting July 9th. Motion carried, 6/0, Erdahl absent, Public hearing was held on the plans, specifi- cations, form of contract for Streetscape Improvement Project II -A, paving & sewer on Capitol between Burlington and Washington, and Washington between Madison & Clinton. Development Coordinator Glaves relayed the request of the University to hold the paving alignment of a portion of MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR IAPIDS-DES 10IIIES Official Actions Washington St. from Capitol to Madison to the North June 19, 1979 edge. He asked that Council adopt the plans, and Page 3 the change could be made by addendum or field change later, so that the bidding process would not be delayed. John Suchomel advised Council of two plugged sewer drains, one by the Engineering Building and the other at the Iowa Ave. parking lot. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Ferret to adopt RES. 79-269, Bk. 57, pp. 846-847, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT II- A, bids to be received on 7/12. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. The recommendation of the Riverfront Commission regarding allocation of $75,000 CDBG funds was discussed. Commissioner Gilpin advised that they would be considering the report and alternative locations at their next meeting. Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, to appoint Rachel Dennis, to the Housing Commission for an unexpired term ending May 1, 1982. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-270, Bk. 57, p. 848, ON UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES for FY80. Jim Lyons questioned how Council was exempting this move from President Carter's guidelines. Perret explained that the 7% can be the average of the whole group, or City unit. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. City Manager Berlin reported that regarding the Nagle hotel. Staff will schedule a discussion for July 2nd. Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, to approve the Revised Fiscal Policy as presented by the Finance Director. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret to approve the Curb Cut Program Portion of the Archi- tectural Barrier Removal Program. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer to adopt RES. 79-271, Bk. 57, pp. 849-858, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE JOHNSON.. COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS FOR THE USE OF $50,000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR DAY CARE SERVICES (NELSON ADULT CENTER) TO ADULTS CONSTRAINED BY DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (PRIMARILY MENTAL RETARDATION). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. City Manager Berlin announced his resignation as an officer of the organization. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES !.IOIMEs official Actions June 29, 1979 Page 4 Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-272, Bk. 57, pp. 859-861, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, transferring the ownership of lighting systems at the intersection of I-80 & Primary Road M1 to D.O.T. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-273, Bk. 57, p. 862, SETTING FEES FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE. Resolution adopted upon the following division of vote: Ayes: Vevera, deProsse, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts. Nays: Balmer. Absent: Erdahl. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-274, Bk. 57, pp. 863-866, APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE CEDAR RAPIDS AND IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY, necessary for the Corridor Sewers Project, for construction within CRANDIC right-of- way. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt. RES. 79-275, Bk. 57, p. 867, ON INDUSTRIAL COST, RECOVERY, a condition of Corridor Sewer grant. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. .Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt. RES. 79-276, Bk. 57,, p. 868, ACCEPTING SANITARY AND STORM SEWER AND PAVING IMPROVEMENTS IN BRAVERMAN CENTER ADDITION, specifically all of Block 7, and Lots 1, 2, & 3 of Block 5. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/O, Erdahl absent. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-277, Bk. 57, p. 869, AWARDING PART C OF, THE BDI SECOND ADDITION SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TO PARKVIEW COMPANY FOR 3199,265.00. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Atty. Hayek advised passage of the ordinance at this time, but he will review the provision for mandatory collection. Moved by. Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, 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 that ORD. 79-2958, Bk. 15, pp. 79-83, AMENDING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY (SOLID WASTE ORD,), be voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS•DES moiMEs Official Actions June 19, 1979 Page 5 Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, that ORD. 79-2959, Bk. 15, pp. 84-86, AMENDING CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE I, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY BY ADDING REGULATIONS FOR DANCES IN ESTABLISHMENTS WHICH HOLD BEER OR LIQUOR LICENSES, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Erdahl absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Vevera, to adjourn the meeting, 8:55 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. _ s/ROBERT A. VFVFRG Mevnn 9 i ;MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB • CEDAR RAPIDS AND DES MOINES, IOWA INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JULY 2, 1979 0 INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: July 2, 1979, 1:30 PM in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Pro tem Balmer presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts. Absent: Erdahl, Vevera. STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Karr, P&Z Comm. Jakobsen. Others present for certain discussions, as noted. TAPE-RECORDED on Reel ;19-19, Side 2, 1 -End APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING & ZONING COMM. Boothroy present. '1750 Rochester' Schnittjer present. 1. Boothroy related previous history, presented revised PAD plan, the question is the extension of Windsor Ct. 33 lots could take advantage of this extension. 2. Schnittjer distributed a letter from developer Glasgow. City Mgr. Berlin commented that either the City agrees to Glasgow's terms regarding the street and stornwater detention, or he will develop 7 properties with access to Rochester or Seventh Ave. (a density loss of 1/2). 3. A majority of Councilmembers will not vote for the present PAD. 1-323 AGENDA 323-1040 1. Boat Ram at Stur is FerrySite-Riverfront Comm. Ch r. Gilpin Mi kman, Kraft, Showalter, Commrs. Knight and Sokol present. Council discussed need to resolve ownership of the land, an agreement to be negotiated regarding ramp site, where both sides agree, but do not concede anything regarding ownership. A majority of Councilmembers agreed that Stanley Consultants should work on the detailed study, necessary for BOR funding. Parks & Rec, Comm. to review report from Kraft, 6/29/79, and comment on it. 2. Ventura/TanglewoodPaving-Plastino present. Plastino comm on Glasgow letter of 6/29/79. N1 is correct, sewer will be extended. N2, unpaved extension, cannot be escrowed, can assess when City finds out what the abutting owner is going to do. N3, no action will be taken. N4, PW recommends standard cross-section, curb & gutter. q5, Legal is working on quiet title action. Berlin advised that a drainage easement will be needed from Jensens, which the City could negotiate for a trade- off for a portion of the assessment. Council will need to decide an assessment for Jensen & amend the Res. of Necessity. 3. Paper Recycling Plastino present. P astil— no commented that to add paper to the landfill would shorten its life (10-12 years) by 3 to 6 months. A majority of Council - members agreed to keep on with the project. 4. Parking Ramp _onnBBlock 64 Glaves, Plastino present. Sta F aplaine— d why sprinkler system was needed in this ramp and not for Block 83 Ramp. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES 1101RES MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB + CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MiNEs N ;MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS AND DES MOINES, IOWA Informal Council Page 2 July 2, 1979 5. Purchase of Ralston Creek area Plastino memo in 6/29 packet noted. There were no ob,lections to purchase. The memo i•� regarding funding for Ralston Creek projects will be discussed at goal -setting session. 6. Clinton St. Parking Area Glaves present. 'posts are removed for parallel parking, 5 spaces could be gained with angle parking. Staff considered loading zones, 2 bus stops, & turning radius needed by trucks at alley. A majority of Council members present agreed to leave the parallel parking as is. SENIOR CENTER PREL. PLANS Kraft, Meisel & Architect Nowysz present 1040-1816 wiiF_omnrs. Car eton, Sumnerwil1 & Sando. Nowysz presented information for all floors of the Senior Center, & distributed the Site Plan. All changes were explained. Space allottedand appropriate funding for City offices was discussed. Supervisor Donnelley has said that the County would fund only $50,000 of the $61,000 kitchen equipment costs, so the County & Rev. Welsh will have to delete items from kitchen costs. If the City uses general fund monies to reduce the obligation to the Block Grant program, possibly no rent will be paid, & of the $200,000 costs for City remodeling, the value of the write-down on the land could amount to $50,000 and would be a non-federal credit. Nowysz quoted a $48. a square foot cost for remodeling. The additional floor (ceiling overdining area) will be shown as an alternate in the bidding document. The project for the City offices will be a separate bid (not the heating, cooling, lighting, painting). i ! City Mgr. Berlin pointed out that the Senior Center Commission had been interviewing candidates for the Senior Center Director,and they were recommending Bette Meisel for Director. BLOCK 64 HOTEL Glaves present. 1816-1970 Memo i- n 6%29/79 packet noted. Glaves proposed securing an easement for 25' north of the ramp, so that construction equipment could have access for expansion of the ramp (2 additional stories, 200 spaces). There was a Council consensus to require the easement and to approve I issuance of Revenue Bonds for the project. CITY PAY PLAN Vitosh & Brown present. 1970 -End ro—Ii wn was complimented on her handling of the issue at the 6/26 meeting, along with all Staff connected with the situation at Woodfields. Berlin called attention to the Job Evaluation Plan from Dept. of Personnel. The phases of the study were outlined by Brown as including surveys, job classifications, etc. She noted cooperation from the Fire Union & AFSCME. Letter from Management Compensation Team noted. Projected cost for salary increases for management & confidential areas were distributed. Vitosh advised that ranges had been extended and 20 employees would be earning merit because of it, approximately a cost of $9,000. Berlin did not want to deal with accumulation of vacation days to 44 days, as the City would then have to deal with it in collective bargaining. Resolution adopting the pay plan will be on Tues. agenda. Meeting adjourned 4:45 PM. MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB + CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MiNEs N ,hIICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS AND DES MOINES, IOWA 1 C30) INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION JULY 2, 1979 J INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: July 2, 1979, 1:30 PM in the Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Pro tem Balmer presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser, Perret, Roberts. Absent: Erdahl, Vevera. STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Karr, P&Z Comm. Jakobsen. Others present for certain discussions, as noted. TAPE-RECORDED on Reel N79-19, Side 2, 1 -End. APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING & ZONING COMM, Boathroy present. 1-323 '1750 Rochester' Schnittjer present. . Boothroy related previous history, presented revised PAD plan, the question is the extension of Windsor Ct. 33 lots could take advantage of this extension. 2. Schnittjer distributed a letter from developer Glasgow. City Mgr. Berlin commented that either the City agrees to Glasgow's terms regarding the street and stormwater detention, or he will develop 7 properties with access to Rochester or Seventh Ave. (a density loss of 1/2). 3. A majority of Councilmembers will not vote for the present PAD. i f`A AGENDA 323-1040 1. Boat Ramp at Sturgis Ferry Site-Riverfront Comm. Chr. Gilpin Milkman, Kraft, Showalter, Commrs. Knight and Sokol present. Council discussed need to resolve ownership of the land, an agreement to be negotiated regarding ramp site, where both sides agree, but do not concede anything regarding ownership. A majority of Councilmembers agreed that Stanley Consultants should work on the detailed study, necessary for BOR funding. Parks & Rec. Comm. to review report from Kraft, 6/29/79, and comment on it. 2. Ventura/Tanglewood Paving-Plastino present. Pino comm Glasgow letter of 6/29/79. N1 is correct, sewer will be extended. H2, unpaved extension, cannot be escrowed, can assess when City finds out what the abutting owner is going to do. N3, no action will be taken. .N4, PW recommends standard cross-section, curb & gutter, #5, Legal is working on quiet title action. Berlin advised that a drainage easement will be needed from Jensens, which the City could negotiate for a trade- off for a portion of the assessment. Council will need to decide an assessment for Jensen & amend the Res. of Necessity. 3. Papp�e�r�Re__cyyc��lin.g9. Plastino present. astinocommented that to add paper to the landfill would shorten its life (10-12 years) by 3 to 6 months. A majority of Council - members agreed to keep on with the project. 4. Parking Ramp on Block 64 Glaves, Plastino present. Stafexned why sprinkler system was needed in this ramp and not for Block 83 Ramp. MICROMMED BY + JORM MICROLAB I CEDAR RAPIDS -DES 110IBES I k j i i i 4 f j' Vitosh advised that ranges had been extended and 20 employees would be earning merit because of it, approximately a cost of $9,000. Berlin did not want to deal with accumulation of vacation days to 44 days, as the City would then have to deal with it in collective bargaining. Resolution adopting the pay plan will be on Tues. agenda. I Meeting adjourned 4:45 P14. i � I I I MICROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS -DES MOINES f hI1CROFILMED BY JORM MICROLAB CEDAR RAPIDS AND DES MOINES, IOWA Informal Council Page 2 July 2, 1979 5. Purchase of Ralston Creek area Plastino memo in 6/29 packet noted. There were no objections to purchase. The memo regarding funding for Ralston Creek projects will be discussed at goal -setting session. 6. Clinton St. Parking Area Claves present. IT post care remove for parallel parking, 5 spaces could be gained with angle parking. Staff considered loading zones, 2 bus stops, & turning radius needed by trucks at alley. A majority of Council members present agreed to leave the parallel parking as is. SENIOR CENTER PREL. PLANS Kraft, Meisel & Architect Nowysz present with omnrs. Car eton, Summer -will & Sando. Nowysz presented information for all floors of the Senior Center, & distributed the Site Plan. All changes were explained. Space allottedand appropriate funding for City offices was discussed. Supervisor Donnelley has said that the County would fund only $50,000 of the $61,000 kitchen equipment costs, so the County & Rev. Welsh will have to delete items from kitchen costs. If the City uses general fund monies to reduce the obligation to the Block Grant program, possibly no rent will be paid, & of the $200,000 costs for City remodeling, the value of the write-down on the land could amount to $50,000 and would be a non-federal credit. Nowysz quoted a $48. a square foot cost for remodeling. The additional floor (ceiling over dining area) will be shown as an alternate in th- bidding document. The project for the City offices will be a separate bid (not the heating, cooling, lighting, painting). City Mgr. Berlin pointed out that the Senior Center Commission had been interviewing candidates for the Senior Center Director,and they were reconnending Bette Meisel for Director. 1040-1816 BLOCK 64 HOTEL Glaves present. 1816-1970 Memo in 6%29/79 packet noted. Glaves proposed securing an easement for 25' north of the ramp, so that construction equipment could have access for expansion of the ramp (2 additional stories, 200 spaces). There was a Council consensus to require the easement and to approve issuance of Revenue Bonds for the project. CITY PAY PLAN Vitosh & Brown present. 1970 -End Brown was complimented on her handling of the issue at the 6/26 meeting, along with all Staff connected with the situation at Woodfields. Berlin called attention to the Job Evaluation Plan from Dept. of Personnel. The phases of the study were outlined by Brown as including surveys, job classifications, etc. She noted cooperation from the Fire Union & AFSCME. Letter from Management Compensation Team noted. Projected cost for salary increases for management & confidential areas were distributed. I