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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-01-21 Bd Comm minutes• MINUTES IOWA CITY, HOUSING COMMISSION DECEMBER 4, 1974 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Branson, Claypool, Sheets, White, Retish. MEMBERS ABSENT: Bosserman, Fountain. CITY STAFF PRESENT: Seydel, Hillis. GUESTS PRESENT: Thea Sando, Jim Mullendore RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL: • Recommendation that income limits for the Leased Housing Program be raised to the maximum permissible by State Code --See New Business. REQUESTS TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE: None LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSIOt4-COUNCIL DISPOSITION', > None SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN: Branson called the meeting to order. 1. Sheets moved that the minutes of the November 20, 1974, meeting be approved as written. Claypool seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 2. There was no public discussion. J • 3. Coordinator's Report. Seydel reported that there are now 4 leases available for -- assignment and l empty unit is -now -,being shown. Three applications have been received since the last meeting.Seydel recommended approval of these. Seydel reported that the Coordinated Management Review Team from Omaha will be here on December 16th for 4 days to conduct an audit. An entrance interview will he held December 16th at 9:30 A.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room. 4. Old Business. Seydel reported that 3 proposals for elderly housing have been received. The artist concept drawings and elevation drawings were shown. Branson stated that the Housing Commission had been asked to make a recommendation to the Steering Committee. Branson stated that the Housing Commission had sent a'letter to the City Council and the Mayor on October 2, 1974.: This letter "made suggestions as to theroutethe Housing, Commission wanted to go in regard to housing. Branson will work on a recommendation • which includes positions the housing Commission already has. It will include rehabilitated housing and congregate housing. Mayor Czarnecki has asked the Housing Commission to draft a proposal for him for suggestions to the State Legislative Committee,and•the-Task -Force regarding the new state housing authority. Branson and Claypool will work on this statement and keep it within guidelines of, last years statement Branson asked that any members with suggestions contact her. The statement will be sent by mail to Commission members and they can call to approve it. Seydel stated that the State Chapter of NAHRO is very interested that the Legislature have as itsfirstpriority action to change Chapter 403A pertaining to income limits in the state of Iowa and the second item would be to adopt without delay Bill 1271 for a State Housing Authority. Not having a State Housing Authority has already cost the State of Iowa millions of dollars. 5. New Business. • Increasing income and asset limitationsforour program was discussed. The _occupancy auditors from the HUD area office in Omaha have suggested that this be done. Sheets made a motion to recommend to the City Council that income limits be raised to the maximum permissible by State Code., -White seconded the motion. All were in favor. Asset limitations are now set at $3,000 for anon -elderly family and $12,000 for elderly families. The State Code doesn't list any asset limitations. Retish motioned and Sheets seconded, the motion to table discussion on raising asset limitations until January or February .so a study could be done. 6. Retish moved and White seconded the motion that the meeting be adjourned. Motion passed unanimously. The next regular meeting will be January 15, 1975. - - ---Approved �2C._-rv> • MINUTES - -IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 11, 1974 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Branson, Bosserman, Claypool, Sheets, Fountain, Retish, White. CITY STAFF PRESENT: Seydel, Hillis. I __.SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN: Branson called the meeting to order. Tonight Branson will take the Housing Commission's •recommendationtothe Steering Committee. Branson read her draft of a statement which covered priorities covered in a letter dated October 2, 1974, to the Mayor and Citv Council. Items 1 and 2 (See attached) were agreed noon. Claypool moved and Retish seconded the motion to state: Low rent housing should be sought for all -eligible residents of Iowa City including elderly and non -elderly. Claypool, Fountain,_ Sheets, Retish and White were in favor. Branson and Bosserman were opposed. Branson stated she was opposed because this changes the priorities the Commission already has. - Retish moved and Sheets seconded the motion to recommend that the transportation system be developed so that itcanbe used by elderly and handicapped. Motion passed unanimously. Meeting adjourned into work session. Approved 2? cL�• The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 _! requires applicants for grants to provide a'three year community development plan.A housing assistance plan is required as a prerequisite for all other -a plans. No community will be funded without housing assistance plan. The Housing Commission will be developing a detailed plan but our recommendations will fall within these guidelines. 1. Additional units for the elderly with a portion of these units to be congregate units. 2. Re -habilitated units with some provision -- for home ownership. 3. Low rent housing should be sought for all eligible resider.-ts of Iowa City, including elderly and non -elderly. 4. Develop the transportation system so that it can be used by elderly and handicapped. We believe a decent, safe and sanitary -dwelling for all residents of the city should receive first priority in the community development plan. Fredine Branson Chairperson Iowa City Housing Commission ` MINUTES IOWA.CITY'HOUSING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING DECEMBER 12, 1974 COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Branson,'Bosserman, Claypool, Sheets, Fountain, Retish. MEMBERS ABSENT: White. CITY STAFF PRESENT: Seydel, Wollmershauser, Timmons,-Hillis. The Housing Commission held a public meeting for the three T he to present their • developers who submitted developers packets toabout-them.-:-Approximately proposals and -answer questions 50 people attended the meeting. The'developers, -First Christian Church/Knutson Construction City, and company,;Midstates Development Co. Inc. Of Sioux their proposals to the Old Capitol Associates presented Housing Commission. Mrs. Branson introduced Reverend Robert Welsh. Reverend Welsh best possible elderly housing be voiced his concern that the it the needs of the elderly. built and that meet Reverend Welsh introducedJack Bowersox who has been working this proposal. Bowersox with Knutson Construction Company on showing slides of site layout, gave a slide presentation 'would 'be available, floor plans and building. services that emphasized the "need for services Bowersox's presentation for the total person." The Housing Commission then asked questions of Bowersox. Branson asked about the door to the bathroom, what ruom the bathroom will be used in their is entered from andwhattype of windows •. building. that the Bowersox showed the door swing on a slide and answered of the bathroom would be entered through the common area that the windows would be bedroom and livingroom. He, answered horizontal slide windows. wheelchair • _Branson asked if there was turnaround space for a in the bathroom. Bowersox answered yes and that all the ,units would accommodate handicapped- ned that HUD requires that 102 of the units per its accommodate Seydel handicapped and if 100% of the un cautioned floor accommodate may be considered overbuilding- handicapped this Y ool asked if Bowersox and his company would be willing Clayp Tans in order to better serve the to make alterations in conditioning- elderly, sper_ifically on the There wasa misunderstanding to Bowersox answered yes- and they would be willing requirement of air conditioning include it- decision air conditioning would change the scope Branson stated that she had checked with HUD and the Commission as to whether adding be answered yet. of the proposal can't definately ness to `add air will accept Knutson's statement as to willing conditioning but o decision will be made later. Branson asked if they intended to equip the service areas and • the clinical room as inthe slides. id equip these. Bowersox answered no, service clubs wou Seydel asked who was going to own the building. HUD requires that control of site be shown. ass to Knutson constructionCoYnown. Reverend Welsh answered that First Christian Church has omnanye the right to submit a proposal tion to manage with the church First Christian_Church,has retained la option tion Reverend Welsh stated that if the relationship caused problems then the church would not retain their option to manage or own the building- to needed on this Point. seydel stated that more clarification may com lemented Knutson Construction Company on their Sheets P professionals to fill the needs of the proposal and stated she had never encountered as sincere an effort on the part of p elderly- Bill Jacobson of Midstates Development* Mrs. Branson introduced �7 himself to the Jacobson addressPdifference"between this proposal _• and type of program as opposed to conventional public housing. The builder is also the owner and manager. Jacobson stated that the building would meet the minimum standards, at least. Jacobson stated that he chose the site he did because a building could be built there that was close to beina the same as single family living. If the transit system isn't convenient to this site Jacobson's company will provide minibus service. Jacobson stated that he is very interested in having this building in Iowa City and will see that people get the services they need. Branson asked if he intended for an elderly person to manage the building. Jacobson stated that he did intend for an elderly person, participating in the program,to manage the building. Jacobson stated that, he is very satisfied with the site andthebuilding. This type of building allows a savings of about 158 and this could be usedforsuch things as providing more't?ian the minimum for community space and open space. This amount could still be considered as in the project. • Carl Meyer of Hansen Lind Meyer, made the presentation for Old Capitol Associates. Meyer showed slides of, the site and the sites relation to facilities in the area. He presented a map showing where gardens, sitting areas ,-and recreational areas would be. Meyer stated that it would be a 7 story building and therewould be lounge areas on each floor. The main floor consists of 4 apartments and open space with windows. Meyer showed an apartment floor plan and explained how the apartment for handicappedpersons would be set up. The kitchen will be different in the handicapped units. Branson asked if all the doors in all the units would admit handicapped persons. Meyer answered that they all would except for the bathroom doors. Retish asked, about crossing Burlington Street. Retish feels that if the people can't get across Burlington Street it __ isolates them from downtown. • Meyer stated that old Capitol has suggested that the City build an overpass. Meyer stated that he is confident a solution will be 'found. Branson asked if furniture would be provided for the ,lounges on each floor. Meyer stated that the owner will provide furniture for all the lounges and community space. The audience then asked several questions of the developers. Branson thanked the developers and the audience. Branson asked for public comment on the proposals at a special meeting for that purpose on December 13, at 3:00 in the Community Development Conference Room. • f�< Approve { d_��t MINUTES IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSIONSPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 13, 1974 —- DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT.. Sheets, Fountain, Retish, White. Branson, Claypool, MEMBERS ABSENT: Bosserman. CITY STAFF PRESENT: Seydel, Schmeiser, Hillis. GUESTS PRESENT: • There were eight guests present. SUMIMRY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIM S TAKEN: to order. She stated that het Branson called the meeting anything first part of. the meeting was last for the public to relate any they wanted to say about the proposals as a result of. night's meeting _-Reverend Robert Welsh read part of a letter which he had given to Mrs. Branson for the Housing Authority. The letter clarifies the relationship of the church nmentKnutrightototsubmi�n company. The letter tells of the assig the a proposal to Knutson Construction Company and the s that if these has kept. The everendrWelsh wilalso l recommend to the church cause any p Authority and board that it officially notify the Housing Knutson Construction Company that it will not e osalse its option so as not to jeopardize the decision-on the prop Branson read a letter from the City Attorney concerning Knutson's statement that they would in air conditi.onir�glana Old Capitol's statement that they would revise their floor p It is the City Attorney's opinion that the City should evaluate the proposals as they are submitted. It may be that HUD would permit negotiation with rjn'�el�iper;, after tentative selection. end on IiUD. that • This would depend explained of Old Capitol Associates ed floor Mrs_ Hieronymus -o osal. The handicapped would the p P ed unit the kitchenMrs. there was a mistake in for a wheelchair. plan was not shown. in the handicapped cost. turn arWouaa pot make a change in be L_shaped to allow this - iiieronymus stated that Churches, 3 map and pointed out where n relation to Knutson's building - Reverend Welsh showed very g°Oa site. stores, etc., were located _i stated that he thinks it is a Welsh e map. Welsh ._.Reverend degree Reverend Welsh showed a detailed any landscape a high stated that he thinks the Knutson Company of sensitivity in this area. ow the -supportive services wants. mus explained h divided as the community Mrs. Hieronymus itol plan can be in the Old Cap the units areas is very derly.say about Thea Sand o stated that she t the elderly they will She stated that future when.. of bathtubs• are not thinking of the cited a survey having but they Mrs. Sando their bathtubs b the bathtub. 3 persons were using to be done not be able to use and only more study with bathtubsaz that she wants 300 units Mrs. Sando s 62 units. bathtubs are used in the the choice of the peoole, • before bathtubs is hat if this are much less Mrs. Iiiebe puts sttheirtbuilding- Showers showers will be put in expensive. ossing Burlington Street* cern over cr Retish stated his con Bransc., asked if everyone had a chance to speak. Retish moved to adjourn wort: session- White seconded urn t° a the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Approved IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION DECE14BER 19, 1974 CIVIC CENTER ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Gary Bleckwenn David Hartwig Jack Perkins Claude Peterson MEMBERS ABSENT: Elliott Full SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTION TARN: Chairman Hartwig called the meeting to order at 7:30 P -M. and dispensed with the regular meeting procedure. Mr. Tony Kushnir, Assistant City_ Attorney,was present to - give an opinion on several points of law, which the Commission had requested from the City Attorney. Mr. Kushnir gave those opinions verbally and stated that he would subsequently submit -a written opinion. To date the Commission has not received the written opinion; there- fore, it can not be attached as part of the minutes. General discussion followed. -Mr. Kushnir asked to be excused, which was granted, and Chairman Hartwig called for regular meeting procedure. Minutes of the November meeting were presented. It was moved by Peterson, secondedby Perkins that the minutes_ be approved as read. Motion carried. Jones read the bills for the month. It was moved by Bleckwenn, seconded by Peterson that the bills be paid as read. Motion carried. It was suggested by Peterson that the Commission meet at the Airport, Friday at noon, January 3, 1975, to inspect the facilities and to formulate a program for improvements and repairs. There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 P.M. Next meeting: January 16, 1975, 7:30 P.M., Civic Center. J DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (� Meeting 1/9/75 Davis Building_ Conference Room Members in Attendance: Tom Wegman William Nowysz Fritz Louis Joyce Summerwill Jim Wockenfuss Nancy"Seiberling Annette Lilly Laurence Lafore Bruce Haupert Don Sinek (Received letter dated 1/3/75 from Jack Esbin stating that he would be out of town) Guests: Joanne Madsen Gretchen Harshbarger Jack Leaman George Mather. _ City Staff: Dick Plastino Dick Wollmershauser - - RECOiNUvfENDATIONS TO CITY The designReviewBoard approves the Urban Renewal Plan as shown on 1/9/75 at the meeting conducted by Mr. Dick Plastino, Director of Public Works for the City of Iowa City. We do, however, have the following recommendations concerning this plan. (1) We would like to see the use of natural brick pavers ins'.ead of bomanite concrete. (2) We are absolutely for as much greenery as possible within this • area. We want to have as an absolute that there will be as much greenery as is stated on this plan, more if possible. (3) We would like to know if there is a. safety hazard where the streets are raised for pedestrian crossing. Our question is who has the right-of-way and will there be lights or is this a free-for-all area? (4) Has there been any study concerning_a one-way traffic system in the downtown? We would like this looked into. (5) With the safety arl,cleanliness problems in mind, we would like, if possible, to have the comfort stations remain in the 'plan. (6) There should be bicycle parking near the theater. -(7) There should be no bus shelters or other structures blocking the view of the Pentacrest from the adjoining streets. (8) Ile think the repetition of the diagonal brick is too uniform. At some partstherecould be no brick or another design treat- ment and at other points perhaps a completely brick area. There needs to be some sort of relief. Let's brick a solid area around a -fountain, but have no brick in the sidewalk leading up to the fountain. Let's emphasize the specialplaces. Also there could be'a'different-treatment around the older, brick building as opposed to the Mall Building or other new buildings. We say this knowing the idea of the diagonal brick stripas are for tieing -the -entire, project together. What we are saying is this is good and needed, but the design ,can be done in more than one way. MINUTES IOWA CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION •'; JANUARY 9, 1975 -- 4:00 P.M. CIVIC CENTER, COUNCIL CHAMBERS - - MEMBERS PRESENT: Ogesen, Larew, Jakobsen, Galiher - MEMBERS ABSENT: Cain, Horner, Madsen_ STAFF PRESENT: Schmeiser, Child RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL: To refer to the Planning and Zoning Commission minutes of October 11, 1973, regarding Z-7428, rezoning of a portion of Block 83, C2 to CB. _ REQUESTS TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE: None LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION -COUNCIL DISPOSITION: 1. 72-04. Board of Adjustment Appeal Amendments. 2. V-7408. Madison Street closure.__ Council referral: 10/17/74. • 3. P-7317. Creation of`=a'University Zone (U). - 4. P-7410. Creation of a Mobile Home Residence Zone (RMH)_. - This would repeal Chapter 9.54 and various sections of Chapter 8.10 in the Municipal Code. Pending before Commission. 5. C-7405. Objections to prohibited and non -conforming signs. Councilreferral: 11/6/74: SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN: Acting as chairman, Dr. Ogesen called the meeting to order and asked if there were any corrections: or additions to the minutes of the December 12, 1974 meeting. A motion to approve the minutes as written was made by Mr. Galiher and seconded by Dr. Ogesen and carried unanimously. Z-7428. Rezoning of portion of Block 83, C2 to CB. Required for implementation of R-14 Urban Renewal plan. Council referral: 12/12/74. Dr. Ogesen explained that the request for rezoning a portion of Block 83, C2 to CB, -had technically been acted on by the Planning • and Zoning Commission in Oct-ober., 1973. Fie referred the City, _2- 1973 minutes of October • Council to the Planning and Zoning minu11, - . "It was moved by Ms.. Dr. Ogesen, to recommend that the proposed in which the following motion was state Davidsen, seconded by ones eed on the zoning maps changesinthe cB The CBS carriedunanimously•" of Iowa City. - 29. Consideration of rezoning of East 40' of Lot 3 and Z_74n Block 4Lot 4 i4, Original Town, R3B to C2. all 29 _ A motion was made by Ms. Larew and seconded by Ms. LotJak3 an to initiate consideration of rezoning the east 40' of Lot 3 and all of Lot 4 in Block 44, Original Town, R3B to CO. Mr. Don Schmeiser, Senior Planner, stated that a commercial --- lot would of be to see noaain L rrather than rezone zone. MS. Larew stated parking that She would prefer proposed area C2• made be withdrawn- . andaMs.,Jakobsen asked that the motion previously ortunity for citizen Dr. Ogesen stated that a motion to _initiate consideration of rezoning would allow further study and an oppozoning• input without binding he Commission se any particular Don Schmeiser stated thatthere thatewouldral be alternatives • could be considcould be considered, Dr. Ogesen stated. than C2 zoning by Ms. Larew to A motion was made by Mr.,Galiher. and seconded in consideration of rezoning the R3Btto0C2. defer action on Z-7429.., 1na1 Town, of -Lot 3 and all of Lot 4 in Block 44, Orlg The motion carried unanimously- esen stated that a special meeting -would-be held at 4:30 Dr. Og 13. 1975, for the purpose of reviewing p.m., Monday, January the Residential Mobile Home Ordinance. - -- MINUTES 3•j' RIVE eTjc Tr OOM IISSICN JANUARY 16, 1975 mEzBEFS PRESENT: Caroline Bassett Patt Cain ' Samuel Fahr - Loren Horton - - Mary Mascher MEMBERS ABSENT: Robert Plumb STAFF PRESENT: Bill Neppl Tony Osborn Don Schmeiser • Dick Wollmershauser Roger, Hunt GUESTS. Rich xellor -_ Mary Neuhauser • pEC"gNDATIONS TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING ODMMISSION 1. That the delineation of the Valley Channel and Valley Plain Zones River within the be extended to include the entire area of the Iowa city limits of Iowa City. SUMMARY OF DISCUSSICN AND FORMAL ACTION TAKEN: The Riverfront Camnission met in regular session on January 16, 1975. • Samuel Fahr was elected Chairperson and Caroline Bassett was elected elected. Vice -Chairperson of. the Ccumission. Both were unanimously The minutes of the December 19, 1974 meeting were approved. Discussion followed on flood plain zoning. It was pointed out to the do not commission that valley plain and valley channel zones presently was moved and seconded that * exist for all areas of the Iowa River. It Commission reca�end to the planning and Zoning CcaFnissiOn the Riverfront be that the delineation of the Valley Channel. and Valley Plain Zones Iowa River within the city extended to include the entire area of the Limits mi is of Iowa City. Discussion of proposals to the State Legislature conoerning scenic for special easementprovisionsand tax levies similar to provisions deferred until further information could be gathered.- charter cities was • Roger Hunt of Stanley Consultants then led a discussion of various which Commission scenic vistas and points of interest along the river The Housing Commission's comments on the Steering Committee's recommendations to the City Council. _ The Housing Commission believes the intent of the Housing and Community Development Act is to assist a community in aiding; Primarily its low and moderate income citizens. We recommend funds be allocated to hire additional staff for code enforcement. We would like to have all rental property .; inspected annually on a scheduled basis. We believe we would need to hire 3 or 4'persons to make this possible. This ;would require about $50,000 per year. We do not disagree with loan money being made available for rehabilitation but would desire that it only be made available_ to low and moderately low income -persons. As a part of" -this we see the need for some out -right grants. An elderly person, for; instance, may be -able to retain his sown home for a`longer` period of time if he could make some repairs. The Housing Commission recommends that the City use $100,000 the first year to purchase houses and rehabilitate them.and then rent them to low income families. It would be Possible after a period of time for the tenant to use a portion of his rent as a down payment toward purchase of the house. Young families are having difficulty in making house purchases. It is even more difficult for low-income families. We believe that :it is appropriate- to use..Some-Title- l -money-tor,-this or,-first.year it would bePossible effectivenessevaluate its r effectiveness and plan for the next year accordingly. k r x z .}/ 'P ransportati.on ' Comprehensive Broadened Vtst-ae: For 5.1:•A•T S Serviccs: v. — BUDGET REQUEST .S - 100% Subsidy 25€ Subsidy' - $ 211-- S 5 First Year: 350,273 87,568 Second Year: 353',283 88,321 Third Year: 341,670 85,418 -Fourth Year: } 338,240 84,560 Fifth year.: TO: Iowa City City Council Community College FROM: Kirkwood DATE: January 20, 1975 l: Vy a i i` h L January 21, 1975 To; city council and Citizens Steering Committee From: James Barris Consideration of the future of the inner areas of the city in light of C R-, the Housing and Community Development the opportunities offered by Act of 1974 focus on issues of long range scope relating Although iC is fully understandable, the City and the Citizens Steering Committee have not been in position to in the absence of any crystalized to the future of these inner a ell airedhe City, opinion and policy already w Since the current community development planning (in response to the Act) would like to cite some opportunities for exploration of is for 3-5 years, I useful to Iowa City policy and program alternatives that I feel can be very f this can be considered in the implementation,U lecen nd the University. Some otation 'comprehensive planning' for the City as proposed. However, ,csuggested by this memo will be costly, indicating to me that some of the as present ''- moneys should bee on neked edsfor of lo.v, and es. Community developmentar bearing These directions can and should have a cle moderate income households. I am starting fror�a predilection to explore certain directions because I be in the following assumptions: (1) that the proximity of the 'downtown' to the Uoiversiorthy of a fortuitous arrangement, full of great possibilities and worthy recognition as an asset. ing (2) that the development of the inner areas (downtown pdtun tyd to the residential and commercial areas) presents a unique opoo City; that development object_ves should be directed toward: (a) mixed land use patterns that are mutually supporting, with heavy emphasis upon residential uses. (b) a shift from 'regional retail shopping core' objectives for the CBD (central business district) to an exploitation of City,s land spattern the uniqueness Of Iowa realizableth oughcollaboration development opportunities with tile. University. -z- - ---j1f',L l j.C.>. ,r• .;r;iGY :1Rd ICJrll!'^nit" rlQb ! - ':�-vciopment a1G �''r ". i' 1 Ir"ff'!1'';13 fzcr-polio --- ana(y; is a`Id comrnanity acnsf•nsu:,. _..n :e.rrll^ crhn1 f r1uFs o. uninrttt ri^181fr the thO r.0St PI ;-1n^, f` ' r ; 5c Cirections nt' yu]s[-publlt: of laari t :r ern}, c c plu yet unidr_nilflcr tcchniques for i.,lb-llc :.sistance. ` E=,C (eSIC t0 file iU Cl1rC of the lOt.,] River C:r.el: 1;u Sin and should t:!e recognized u5 n' c. , " t .r;-,R,y to lnlcgratc these objectives with tho— already Bevel pr_ ; by tr.c Riverfront Co:;MllSslon and the R lston C•r! Urc;S �, :Irrnariked for use along These liGe5 in rlt am ;1ica lo::. Some l;:nds may be aliocrItcd fr :'+--11 !.` uhf -`Q jS a reed 10 G]iayf over as-dlSC11SSCd by lne council r 1. i to _ tc r, g C; A Flop -lo -Ir 112!J.Vo ,klr�j rpm a 1 11IR4 No 7 Al )EVELOF Tentative Agenda Planning and Zoning Commission Iowa City, Iowa January 20, 1975 -- 4:00 p.m. Dept. of Comm. Development Conference Room A. _Call to Order by Chairman - B. Roll Call C• Approval of Minutes I. Meeting of January 9, 1975 D. Zoning Item 1. Z-7429. Consideration of rezoning of East 40' of Lot 3 and all of Lot 4 in Block 44, Original Town, R3B'to C2. Deferred by P&Z: 1/9/75. E. Vacating Item: I. V-7501. Possible, vacating of Lafayette Street between Gilbert and Dubuque Streets and/or abandonment of bridge. Council referral: -1/10/75. 1'. Discussion Item: 1. P-7501. Proposed Park -in Washington Park Addition. G. Pending Items: 1. C-7405. Objections to prohibited and non -conforming - - signs in sign ordinance- Council referral: 11/6/74. 2. V-7408. Closing of Madison Street between Iowa Avenue and Washington Street. Requested by University of Iowa. Council referral: 10/17/74. 3. P-7410. Proposed ordinance creating`'a MobileHomeResidence Zone (RMH). 4. P-7317. Creation of a: University Zone (U). - H. Adjournment. Regular meeting -- January 23, 1975 STAFF REPORT Planning &_ Zoning Commission January 23, 1975 SUBJECT: V-7501. Consideration of the vacation of Lafayette Street between Gilbert and Dubuque Streets and/or the abandonment of the Lafayette Street bridge over Ralston Creek; Council referral: 1/10/75. STAFF ANALYSIS: The Lafayette Street bridge over Ralston Creek is presently impassable and in dire need of improvement. Alternatively, the bridge can_be replaced at 'a cost of approximately $195,000 or abandoned and removed. If removed, Lafayette Street must be either barricaded at --Ralston Creek or vacated. Following is a synopsis of the various alternatives which should be considered. - 1. Bridge abandonment. Alternative to the replacement of the Lafayette Street Bridge is its abandonment and removal. However, in conjunction with the removal of the bridge, either the barricading or the vacation of Lafayette Street must also be considered. Presently, Lafayette Street serves as the principle means of access to a:single family residence east_ of the bridge and a number of businesses west of the bridge. Although the City absolves itself from any liability for street maintenance orimprovementif LafayetteStreet west of the bridge is vacated, there are several -valid --reasons for not doing so. a. The businesses must maintain private access (assuming part of the right-of-way was acquired by the businesses), a considerable expense and an injustice to the businesses who established with reliance upon a public street being provided. b. According to the Zoning Code, a lot must front directl upon a public street or upon an officially approve place; it has been a policy ofthe City to discourage private streets. C. There is in existence a north -south alley in the block bounded by Dubuque and Lafayette Streets, Ralston Creek and the railroad tracks on the north. If Lafayette Street is vacated, the alley should also be vacated. -2- d. Access to Ralston Creek in the vicinity of Lafayette Street would be prohibited from the west. Barricading the westerly portion of Lafayette Street at Ralston Creek would appear to be amore amenable solution. Without a turnaround at its termination,; however, vehicular traffic mobility is impaired. Indication of a dead-end' street at the: intersection of Lafayette and Dubuque Streets would be a must. Since Lafayette Street east of Ralston Creek serves as access to only one residence, vacation of Lafayette Street presents fewer problems. The street need only be -:vacated, the paving removed, and part of the right-of-way disposed of to the adjacent property owner for his use. A -utility easement ' should be provided for existing utilities located parallel to and east of Ralston Creek. 2. Brid a re lacement. Lafayette Street would serve as a connect on etween Gilbert. Street and Dubuque, Clinton and Capitol Streets. The only other east -west connections to Gilbert ;Street within the vicinity are Benton Street to - the south and Prentiss Street to the north. Lafayette Street, however, has never functioned as an important through street. It is questionable whether the estimated cost of $195,000 to replace itwouldbe economically feasible and whether the money could not be better spent in making - Benton Street more functional as an east -west through street from Gilbert Street to the west. Also, since Gilbert Street functions as a major arterial street, limited access is imperative to reduce points of vehicular conflict.- One less intersection is one less "bottleneck Objectively, however, replacement of the bridge and the improvement of Lafayette Street may well encourage redevelop- ment of a comparatively substandard area composed of a pre- dominance of an underdeveloped mixture of uses. STAFF._ RECOMMENDATION: - Although the staff is not in complete agreement with one' of the several alternatives, members recommend: a majority of the staff (1) the bridge be abandoned and removed, (2)-. Lafayette Street west of Ralston Creek ,not be vacated but barricaded at Ralston Creek, (3) that Lafayette Street east of Ralston Creek be vacated, the paving removed, and the right-of-way disposed of to the adjacent Property owners) and the-CRI&P Railroad subject to the retention of a -utility easement for the Utilities located along Ralston Creek. -3 It was previously decided by STAFF the City -to replace the COMMENTS: bridge much at the interest of property owners, within the Complete plans and specifications for construction 000. vicinity• Of leted at a cost Of approximately $ the bridge had been comp As shown on the attached plat, a'railroad spur runs parallel to ri Lafayette Street on the south. Rep lacement of a separates the e for the railroad tracks over Ralston Creek is currently planning stage. The existing Lafayette Street bridge over Ralston Creek creates have been approved by the Iowa construction of a new bridge an obstruction to flood water. The plans and specifications or. Natural Resources Council. -.. ,Dl•I� i''. �i�y�•- ice.. 21 ko r Q . � � i,_ ' '}' C � Vii." • �i!" . 4='.I a R: -.. ,Dl•I� i''. �i�y�•- ice.. 21 ko 6 0 d r Q j rsrr�a�'� t, 1,-• ate•• � 3 - o e S t i 6 e 6 0 d 6 STREET r N• In' '- + ;r z00 w 6 3 r Q j rsrr�a�'� t, 1,-• ate•• � 3 - � _ 37 wRla,yr 6 STREET r N• In' '- + ;r z00 w 6 3 r Q j rsrr�a�'� t, 1,-• ate•• � 3 - � _ �.J NORTH p-- 7�01 z ,': a r: .a�Yf tom' J•. `6 ' J4 JC! ` f/G J'r �} or. ��T LOQ •A r�99 i.� Air a ------------- Iti Yti i -.. 46. 6 A-8, e: FILE - ! :[f o k5THE r j rsrr�a�'� Iti Yti i -.. 46. 6 A-8, e: FILE - ! :[f o k5THE t, 1,-• ate•• � 3 - � _ �.J NORTH p-- 7�01 z ,': a r: .a�Yf tom' J•. `6 ' J4 JC! ` f/G J'r �} or. ��T LOQ •A r�99 i.� Air a STAFF REPORT Planning & Zoning Commission ` January 23, 1975 SUBJECT: P-7501. Proposed location of a neighborhood park in the East Side Neighborhood bounded by First Avenue, Court Street, Rochester Avenue and Scott Boulevard STAFF After much interest by the COMMENTS: residents in the subject: neighborhoodfor the develop- ment of a neighborhood park, the Planning Division staff prepared a study to examine the need and alternative locations for a park which would serve the residents 'in'that neighborhood. The report _("Neighborhood Park Study - East Side Area", April 1974) evidenced the need for approximately 4.51 to 5.56 acres of neighborhood park land. The Parks andRecreation Commission, after extensive study and :- review of -the -various alternative` locations for a park, has recommended' that the City Council pursue the acquisition of land for a park in the vicinity of Washington Park Addition, Part Nine as illustrated on the plat attached hereto. According to Section 373.13 of the Iowa Code, "no plan for any street, park, parkway, boulevard, traffic-way,_riverfront, or other public improvement affecting the city plan shall be finally approved by the municipality, or the character or location thereof determined, unless such proposal shall first have been submitted to the city plan commission and the latter shall have had thirty days within which to file its recommendations thereon". Before the City can negotiate with the property owner for acquisition of park land, a, recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission in consideration of the location of the proposed ,park and an indication of the Commission's` acceptance of -the necessary subsequent revision of the approved preliminary plat of Washington Park Addition, Part Nine must be submitted. The proposed location of the 7.9 acre park is consistent with the East Side Area park study, having the advantage of being centrally located to provide maximum accessibility to present and future'neighborhood'population, being within maximum walking distance of one-half mile to neighborhood residents, being readily serviceable by existing public utilities, and possessing natural terrain most desirable for a neighborhood, park. The only revisions to thepreliminaryplat of Washington Park Addition, Part Nine include the elimination of 16 lots and two cul-de-sacs and an increase in the turning radius of the westerly : street. Not illustrated but recommended by the staff is the provision for the future extension of Green Mountain Drive northerly. __ -- ss�'r ro-- le'rw s?r�r a•Y s�ivrr.�r'w� twYl nrrr -- _..r e1w.rN19f0. _A7 JN/Oe/. 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It has been the goal of. this Committee to tie together the ' proposals for specificprojectsand the feeling of the cit- izens of Iowa City as obtained from the random sample survey, and to recommend funding of projects accordingly. ' The report contains .n explanation of the Committee's his- made by -tory, a_summary of correspondence and presentations individuals and groups, a report on the Committee's survey" 5 budget proposal, and 1 of community_ needs, a tentative -year of its future a discussion of the Committee's perception - role in the community. ' 1 1 1 CONTENTS PAGE ' Ilistory of the Committee 1 Summary of Citizen Input 3 Community Needs Survey 6 ' 8 Ranking of Survey Projects Summary of Proposals 9 Proposed Allocations 17 ' Future Direction of the Committee 20 ' APPENDIX 1: List of Correspondence ' APPENDIX 2: Description of Survey Methodology APPENDIX 3: -Sample Needs Survey APPENDIX 4: Written Proposals ' In addition, copies of all proposals and corre- spondence to the Committee are on file in the Relations, office of the Director of Community 410 ]i Washington, Iowa Iowa City Civic 'Center 1 City. Also on file are minutes of Committee meetings for the following dates: (Temporary Committee) Oct. 23, Nov. 4 and 7; (Permanent Commi.ttee) Nov. 11, 14, 25, Dec. 2, 4, 9, 11, - Finally, '. 16, 189 23, 30, Jan. 61 7, 8 (1975). additional materials submitted to the Committee are available at the same office. 1 ' HISTORY OF THE COjNfMITTEE`. ' Citizen Participation in the !lousing and Community Development Act o The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 is the source of a Block Grant to Iowa City. The first three years are funded equally and the 4th and 5th years 2/3 and 1/3 of the initialgrant. Certain items are eligible for funding and others are The fol.lowing.reportis ineligible. a summar of the work of the Steering Committee and the p ro- cess of citizen partici ition in the planning process. ' Federal. Requirements It .is in compliance with the Sect. 570.900 (d) of the Perform- ance standards of: Program, Management that the Steering Commit- tee was established.- As a part- of the application for Block Grant funds, the City shall indicate complianace with this requirement (Sect. 570.906 b6). The City i.s to maintain records with respect to the citizen participation, 570.907 (b). ' Formation of the Steering Committed The City Council held a public meeting on Oct. 2, 1974 which was advertised ' in the news media and invitations were mailed toall known community organizations.- To develop -a-plan for -citizen participation was a difficult task, especially to, obtain the feelings of the low and moderate income 1i. persons. As a part of the records is a paper written by Sheran-Matson which describes the ' process which involved the Council Members, staff, citizens, students and •University faculty. On"Oct. "22, the City Council appointed a temporary committee of 11. This_ temporary Committee met on Nov. 4 to select from among a list of ' .. persons nominated by community organizations, especially those concerned with the needs of low and moderate income cit- izens, a Permanent Committee. The selection was made to in- clude lowtomoderate income and to identify as follows: ' homeowners, renters, students,_ senior citizens, day care par- ent, welfare parent, handicapped blue collar and minority. Five to six women were to be appointed: The Actions of the Committee The first meeting of the Permanent Steering Committee was on Nov. 7. Minutes of the meetings are on file. The first respon- sibilities of the Committee were: (1) identification of needs of low and moderate income ' persons; (2) determine the urgent community needs and; (3) establishing priority ranking of these needs and; (4) ileveloF a ] and 5 ynnl' 1 l (The Actions of the Committee (con'd)) ' Citizen inpuC was secured from a Public Meeting; written individualS, organ- proposals froin al;cncics and letters I'rom izations and couw,ittccs. It was decided to do a survey and` from the University, with excel.lent cooperation was secured that the committee has been advised that the survey a result represents a statist:ically validcross section of feeling as he found in the to priorities. Details as to methodology can ' paper by Sheran itatson (sec Appendix 2). The Committee has organized the information received as,ob- jectively as possible. At the same time other factors were are available through recognized. Funds for certain projects funds are used for items admit- other sources. If these Grant tedly listed as given preference by HUD, such as Planning and Capital improvements, then General Revenue Sharing funds can be used for other needs such as Services. ' It is expected that other requests will be received and these will be forwarded to City Council and further adjustments in City Council will priorities made. In the final analysis, the ' determine the Plan. City staff has shared with the Committee such work plans or 1976-1980, Urban Renewal - ' studies as Capital Improvement Program Goals. The staff was very helpful with and General Community technical information and present Status Of some programs. which The Committee has made every effort to include projects Community Develop- the City staff has recommended come out of ment funds. ' For the success of the Block Grant concept, tile Committee feels ingredient. It Citizen Participation provides an important will have limited value, however, without the ongoing commun- ication between citizenry and Council and aconscious plan to keep their confidence in the process. SUMMARY OF CIT'I713-N INPUT _ The following chart represents concerns which have been pre- sented to the Steering Committee.There were both groups and individuals expressing themselves. A few presented their concerns verbally at the public hearing 'or'during our Commit- tee meetings, but most who spoke with us also wrote a letter of explanation. All of the letters received by the Committee are on fide and EACH LETTER IS.SUNWARIZED IN APPENDIX 1. The categories listed on the chart are those used in the ran- dom sample survey. The last column lists suggestions made which could use !lousing and Community Development funds, but were not included in the survey categories. The numbers which follow each project category represent the number of times it has been endorsed. Parks and Recreation and 0 en Space (11) Many different aspects of parks and -recreation were mentioned but one par- ticular concern not included on the survey was the use of h f ' sc ools a_ter hours. Sewers (7) --Needs :in this area were expressed. This cate- gory covers the trunkline sewers and sewers along Ralston ' Creek. - Com rehens.Lve P] p an_(10) —_Many noted this as an important ' ' arca and moo those made the emphatic point that we must use human Needs Planning as well. ' Housin Code (4) - Housing -code_ enforcement was mentioned by - severa and in all cases a concern for housingrehabilitationwas also included. ' Architectural harriers (6) - Providing access to public build- ings for the handicapped was important to several.- Money from Housing and Community Development funds can be used for public ' buildings, streets and walks, and loans for improvements in businesses and private dwellings. -- Amenities (1) - One group felt this needed funding. Neighborhood Center (10) - Included in this category are not only the nee or a center but also the services. When a per- son expressed the need for a service which might be housed in a center it was put in this column. 1 (Summary of Citizen(Coni.)) ' Plass Transit (R) - Neel for support of the mass transit system was presented and also the need to expand its services. Ralston Crock (0) - Flooding and sewers affected by the Creek were o concern in this category. Da Care (4) - Day ,arc needs were mentioned by a i'cw groups. e ee this is a much needed service but that it should be included as part of the activities of a Neighborhood Center. ' Senior Citizens (10) - In this category is the need for ' a enior ttzzens' Center and also any services needed in this area. _Architectural Barriers is ' closely associated, too, because the handicapped include some senior citizens. Human Resources Center (3) - This column is -deceptively -light ecause ' a e t posse le social services mentioned were marked under Neighborhood Center. This column only reflects the con- cern for the human Resources Center itself. ' Recycling (1) - One group has endorsed recycling, and expects to present specific recommendations in the near future. ' Some concerns mentioned in Tetters do not appear on the chart because they did fall not under }lousing and Community Develop- ment funding. 4 { Ier II�I.n ..<Y0- otMr Xw1T- 4 I lun Ml . N.YYIa' - Igo.IM •r<n. I'•• 1'H f'.n - ll IL L L•"•r• In•ry Off. Hnlrt.lt U1 H.I n++l Tn C.na.r • — L Ne. rl•n C.nbr t t i JMu�n� Cep �•OI"n.� t^'! . _ ' - r1.MIM t>»u.l.n N .A Xrn n.1•�r M nw Inc1YA• acl.Ilen N.M. I_ � �- �S Nlwr[r'Mt (Q.UWen •{till. MI1.- .<1.q1. er tM N.nAI•,if^A atMiYA- 1>n GnrAln- (M nw H rn11lle c.r• X•.e. �— �- Ierc. n M MIM nA r At U•: bu.IM [%e'•l.•len •pill- tlen '- tH ion wbNn Cn•N i Mf,rl•.1e^ IpullM _' V.N• e! Iq..n _ lM .bill- x _ • • - _. veNn xwn alon • - • W • • yalP•nL L Nw L {u[f rz.n'. c. II. St 4 nlpl lc HHO.L NIHnp .. NI1nW1 - Io.IIM p.N.r<.. NuIN w•L IV L NuINCA InLC -- Irc1uJ- .'e NtIrM rfr.nN Xun. alon M.e• wrN - can.alt.nt Irclue ` hpllc LlburY Hp. Ceuncll 11/1 W not • pw.lM C<lHl set,. "Y Wdl Cler . HnkH si•GIOr I.,. _ _. NltiPrlc Vrr .aroel. n.4 Wn rrvl•ct� rt.-..r Nl.ro[It 01•' onalm ' Aru"C Ilan) lW - Jen•.a1 of {up.nlen F•s Lmtien � r .Yp.lel... f Yrtl. Ill• _ _ KKl.l _ _ Lbn .mlct�_ _.. Iy�H.le• •Hill. Mlla- I�Ixs t•A• • CWb T1 - x..ltp • :. COMMUNITY NEEDS SURVEY in December 1974, the- lower City l:itizens Steering Committee for the (lousing and Community Development Act conducted a The Committee felt - random sample survey of the community. the needs of ' this would be a viable method of ascertaining of: the population and would reach persons in all segments who otherwise have little or no input into city people government. Shoran Matson, a member of the Steering Committee, acted as the University - survey coordinator, utilizing the resources of ' of Iowa for obtaining sampling method, computer programming and analysis of the survey. Dr. Leon Burmeister, university technique, provided instructor in sampling theory and survey for random sample according to income strati- methodology a fication. Low and moderate income was determined as being below. ' 800 of the median income In Iowa City, or $7,750.. and A 3% sampling, or 500 of the total city households, was valid sample for the Committee's pur- sufficient to obtain a according to Dr. Burmeister. A Johnson County (Health poses, Department map of housing conditions in Iowa City was used block ' for strata defini.tions.-1.-ifteen households per survey were interviewed. The survey questionnaire (Appendix 3)consistedof demographic to be information; a list of thirteen possible city projects, to her/him, - ' ranked b)' the respondent in order of importance which could be funded by 1IUD Community Development funds; and for inviting the respondent to add her/his ideas a question projects to the survey's lista A pretest of the questionnaire was conducted at Mark IV, a Iowa City. The low -to -moderate income housing project in week members ' ade the community survey was m:followi.ng__by tiz Committee and approximately 5o volunteer citizens. . the Steering Computer programmed results of the survey were available in be January 1975, showing 371, samples, of the original so0 to 1) the ,order in valid. The following chart (Appendix gives ranked, which the survey's thirteen proposed projects were of samples obtained with age and income groups, plus number from each; being noted. The continual expansion and improvement of the city's mass the community for our ' transit system; an integral part in a comprehensive plan conducted by the City senior citizens; to help ensure its own humanistic and economic growth - reg survey results attest that these are clearly conA of rd A regard for ' Iowa Citians in all age and income categories. ' (Community NecdS Survey (Ccr.'d.)) ' "direct contact" hum:ui needs and services prevail. aof s well as a desire for a quality cnvir(�cturs folretile Ssteering thc survey were among, the ()citsione and three year_proposalnds. ex Committee in drawing ul penditures for llousing and Community Development funds. More details about the survey may be found in Appendix r ' which is one section e a survey report prepared by Sheran e Matson as a course paper. 1 1 1 Mb + cn s rrn co c M �m b a,_ zY nv, %m In o��c^^ n� oo z inn m ncn ca v, n C`^y1z Ho y x, y �In F y d(n t"1 .� m rT+ F z %H cn a Y z o�, < m n7 n a cn ., r.,cn o r. •-i �cn cn y m m r� c"�rjM _ " r •Cm nr o o, rnm o� En >ra ;,`4 �y x n 1 C) zz x' 71 a m z v - r.. w M ry r-• 0 00 0o V- + D` vl - s� Gl .y x :7 En t7i �o W m N to V W H O % + +. N� r r n O + N s_ _ o M Gl l.� •D o w m H _ V �x + prn O O Ul Y % H n o o p _ � y •r � Gt .._. T. _ O d "I l - N W Qt t0 A 0o -_ M O O H to -:W O N N H -... .T.r + + o � fn N w x 0 x, En M W �. Po. W V !"' O G't N tD 00 - ` Gl N C L W V w co to l-+ u ra !-• n 'i1 rt O to Cn to Dl r'"• H' V tr V O D` UD H N Gl '-{ N. CJ 0 M W L O V tD W Gl V O A V w N N r 0 5 _ n a V a O v. PO i7 -30 M JO (D Cf) o non H H '-• M :zr - r rl rl ch r. rl V> GI (D (D r7 X rtl fl �.. __.r" _In _�t�.. > rL r =I,CL n (wi w r - SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS ' The following is a summary -of proposals presented to the Citizens' Steering Committee, numbered .in the same order as that found in the 5 -year budget proposal. In each case,the ' title of the proposed project is followed by a designation of the proposing agency or individual, and by the date of the presentation or the letter in which the proposal was made. For more detailed information about a givenproposal, the read- er is referred to thewrittenproposals found in the Appendix. In some cases, detailshavebeen obtained separate from the ' written proposals - these are included in thc-summaries below. Finally, specific recommendations by the Committee will be found in several of the summaries.- -- ' 1. Human Needs Planner (Social Services Committee., Johnson County Regional Planning Commission, 11/25/74): The proposal is for the hiring of a Human Resources Staff Person, to con- ,- duct a human needs analysis -and develop a comprehensive plan to complement that Tieing developed by the City staff. Empha- sis will be on the development and coordination of social services. The Committee sees coordination as one of the most We urge all important problems in the soci.al service area levels of government and privateagenciesto work with the human Needs Planner toward a viable coordinating mechanism. ' The Planner might be hired by the City or by the Regional Planning Commission. Cost: $20,000 for one year. (See pro- posal for timetable of planning activities._ 2. United WaInformation and Referral Service (United Way, 12/2 - is servtcc its the ommittce-s general empha=, ' sis on planning and coordination of social services. Its cost will be $14,000 per year. The United Way also recommend- ed funding of the Mayor's Youth Employment program, but it was agreed that this program would probably be ineligible under '>> ' Title I funds. 3. "Skills Unliminted" ho Center - (Goodwill Industries, 12/9 - e proposa ca is or the purchase and remodeling c 11 of the old "Me Too" at 26 S. Van Buren. A description of the program's activities is includedin the, written proposal. .The ' program_ -is expected to be a self. -sufficient operation, requir- According to ing no Title I -funding beyondthefirst year. Pat Hanrahan, Director of United Way Planning Division, the Center could be owned by the City, with City responsibility ' for upkeep, or by Goodwill Industries. Cost: $60,000 for pur- chase +'$15,000 for remodeling. 9 ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) ' 4. River Corridor Development (Riverfront Commission; I"L/2/74) The tots o ! , 111 �IICI11Ues pafun rtial ding of the consul tart hired by the City to Study acquisition and dcvcluhmcnt of ' rk space along the Iowa River ($20000 has been funded by pa the City, $29,000 will. come from Ti -tie I funds). The remainder ($380,000) will go for purchase of Riverfront property to be developed later according to plans drawn up by the consultant. 1 S. Parks and Recreation (Parks and Recreation Commission, 12/2 The lollowIng outline corresponds to the written .' comments of Sarah Fox, but includes only those projects being nt fund funded under the Committes�withctheeendorsementdofoa River under another proposal (. ' Corridor Study). In many instances, cost details are derived from a subsequent memo from Gene Chubb, Director of Parksand Recreation (which is attached to Ms. Fox's proposal). 1. Evaluation and Planning Studies 2. Recreation Study - Recreation and Park attitudes, uses, and needs - Cost: $16,000." I1. Acquisition and Development of Parks and open Spaces 1. River Corridor Development: Acqui.sition is funded ' in a previous proposal - Deve.lopmcnt of the Mesquakie and Sturgis Ferry areas, and of East Ball Diamonds will cost $205,000. 2. Hollywood Manor Area - Acquisition will cost "50,000 and development $51,000 = Total of $101, 3. Northeast Area - Acquisition will cost $70,000. and ' development $33,000. - Total of $103,000. TOTAL - $409,000: III. Development and Rehabilitation of. Exi.sti.ng Facilities 1. 1. Public Tree Planting Project -'$30,000 per year - $150,000 Total. ' 2. Neighborhood Park Improvements: for North Market Street, happy liollow, 'Reno Street and College_ Hill Parks, including shelters, surfaces, apparatus, ' landscaping, etc. Total of. $39,72S. some,00 is 3. City Park Improvements - while fans for4aOmodel City d for under the Brauer Report's p Park, the Committee has chosen to fund only requests designated by Sarah Fox on priority items. These include: $150,000 to complete TOroundYrenovationdworand workoand bicycle paths; $4S,000 for playg apparatus; -$100,000 for pond stabilization; $8,000 for -a spray pool; $20,000 ;for log cabin rehabilita- tion; and $50,000 for ramps and resurfacing Total ' $373,000' 1 i0 (Summary of Proposals (Con'_d)) 4. Recreation Center Expansion - This includes all work exclusive of the.parking lot and crock hank, as listed in tileFoxproposal. 'total $182,500. 5. Neighborhood Park Improvements (in addition to H2) - These are listed in the Chubb memo, and include work on Brookland, Court Hill, Crandic, Fairmeadows, Hickory Hill, Mercer, Villa and ' Willow Creek Parks. Funding of a bandshell, an ice rink and Westside tennis facility are not recommended at this time. Funding for a Westside '. pool is included in a separate proposal. Total $270,000. ' 6. Others - Camp Cardinal Acquisition calls for prior study and is not included in tentativefunding. Bikeways are funded in a separate proposal (see capital investment plan proposal). IV. Architectural Barrier Removal - Removal of barriers or better access by eldeTry and handicapped persons ' is included inNeighborhoodPark Improvements_ (III -2 and 11I-5 above), City Park Improvement (III -3) and Recreation Center Expansion (LII -4). ,Further funding is contained in a separate proposal. V. Recreation Pro rams and Services - The Committee is ' o the opinion _teat existing programs, such as the After School Elementary Recreation Program, are not eligible for Title I funds. ' TOTAL: $1,440,225. 6. Children and Familz Resource Center (Community Coordinated Child are, 12/11/14) - T e proposal calls for construc- tion of facilities to house Project Headstart (daycare), Visiting Nurses' Association, and Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP). The cost is projected to be ' $151,776. In addition, facilities for a "Satellite" daycare facility in a high -need area are proposed, at a cost of some $25,000. The Committee believes that both portions of the proposal deserve funding, but asks that the expenditures' be postponed until social services plan- -- - - ning has been undertaken. In` the 'first 'instance, `a human ' needs analysis may show that the three agencies are best housed in some combination with other agencies, possibly - in a Human Resources Center (see later discussion of this concept). In the second instance, the rating (in the Committee's needs survey) of daycare below neighborhood_ centers suggests the need for inclusion of "satellite" daycare facilities within neighborhood centers which pro- ' vide health, educational, recreational, and other ::ervice.,s ' 11 12 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) as well. .Thus, the Committec__c_ncourages the qC's-or•; ` to work on the development 01' such nein Organization place of isolated daycare faci]it.ies• khborhood Cricilities if] Family ' Resource Center and satellite. facilities, BothtilChildren and further study according to the -conte t then, require services. Ve feel, however,- coordinated social ' that funding should be allocated, pendingg, or tte enter Cost: the $151,776. results of such study. ' 7• Mark IV Nei hborhood Center (Mark 7V Social Service Center, library, ret a proposa is or a facil- library, recreational, -and Breakfast Children, daycare, ' .Protytogram sProvide as well as social activities space for adults.` It ' would serve the Mark`IV, Hawkeye Apartments, and University Heights areas. A revision of the written facilities for 50 children and a total- en proposal includes door, and 2,500 5,300 s sq. ft. in - $147,500 e ft• outdoor space Total cost will be -plus the cost of land acquisition, providing a total estimated cost of $150,000. The Committee feels proposal fits that this the concept of neighborhood centers as described in our needs survey, and we therefore funding recommend of the proposal. immediate -.8. -Removal of Architectural Barriers: ted arming - p ,The need for coordina- -to n_e c nee s o e erly and handicapped - persons was presented at ' our -December 11, 1974 Peed by representatives of public meeting Handicapped. the Johnson County Committee PP for the It should be noted that the Parks and Recreation proposal described above includes ' _considerable 'remedial action in, making public recreation facilities accessible ly and the handicapped. The Comm to the elder- specific attention to tile 'needs recommends, in addition, ottee f these in the opment of a Comprehensive Plan, and coordinated splanningdbyel- the City staff working on -the Comprehensive Plan, the Human Needs Planner hired under Barriers an above proposal, and the Lcologi- the the . Handicapped, Subcommittee of the Johnson County Committee 'cal for It is possible that a consultant will need to behiredto deal with the special problems of the handi- capped in public housing and recreational facilities. Committee has discussed ' The the possibility of adding an architect to the City staff to deal with such problems. To cost of such planning and coordination cover the for ' and to remedial construction activities, the allocation of $20the Committeelaecommends ,000 for the first year: 1 9• Swimmin Facilities (Dick Buxton, 12/17/74 letter) - This proposal calls or a 5 $—subsi.dization immby the Cit construc- tion of swing pools at the three high schools in� The subsidization nCity. Iowa would open up use of these-faci.li.ties public. The cast of each to the ' pool, ;according to Gene Chubh be about $500;000, and the City's , will share would therefore be 12 ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) $250,re recommended. 000 per pool. The Committee hopes that two sw�m- new pools ' -- would sufficiently increase the availability of_ -public ming facilities. A total of $500,000 is therefo However, in view of the recent defeat of a bond issue for the ' construction of such facilities, the ability of the school of the costs must be demonstrated district to meet its 50$ result, we As a before commitment of Title I funds. ending passage ' that funding of the proposal be delayed, p g 1 another referendum. 10. Ralston Creek Ploodin and Sewer Im rovements (Ralston ' �cig or oo ssoc�ations, 1 1. 7 letter Creek - The pro- Creekof a consultant to 'analyze the osalflooding calls for the hiring ngand sewer problems of residents along 'Ralston Creek, le - and to recommend both short and lonquire coordination of term measures for aof viating these problems. This will re independent study with data developed by -,as well Conservation ' Service and the U.S. Corps of Engineers, as well as the sur- Vey of all data compiled to date. The allocation of addition, for such analysis and planning is recommended._ In addition, ' the Committee recommends the allocation of $300,000 to cover the costs of 'short-term measures such as downstream dredging, thorough Ces asarecommunded01in1the fRalston1CreeknNeighborhoo problem ' bridges), Proposal. Total cost: $350,000. Associations' 11. Senior Citizens'—Center - A proposal for purchase of ' equipment an remo e vrg-o -the Close Mansion is found in e letter from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors (I2/ st of roof 12/74). Subsequent contact has established thatc$114,000; and foundation repair and interior remodeling ' the cost of central heat and air conditioning at $64,800. suh funs may n The Committee belesiz ivelandelocationat ommitmentoffthesfacility. Weot be justified bysur t recommend, therefore, -that -funding be postponed untilra osal Vey of senior citizens' needs (funded in a separate p p below) is completed. and$175,000 iyears:recommended shouldallocation ' in each of the second and third y the cost of such remodeling and additionalrenovationwork or the cost of a new senior citizens' facility depending upon ' the needs of our elderly citizens. A general proposal for a new senior crom itizens' centeTheSCommittecdbelievesin a tthat ter {senior Robert Welsh (12/30/74) art of citizens' facilities might also be decentralized be ' neighborhood, centers. In the meantime, allocated for purchase of the followingfor the Close Mansion, so that -our -senior citizens may ]othat facili es itithe), pool table= (30o), P short run: magazines ($125 ($50), 2 card tables (5125) and craft supplies (100), radio ( chairs, color TV ($50p) and 4 reading 13 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) 12 Comprehensive and human Needs Planning A. Comprehensive Plan: 'file City has requested $130,000 for a 2`year study to develop a comprehensive plan for controlled growth of the community. The written.out- line of the proposed Comprehensive Plan Program. contains such elements as population, economic base envronmental resources, land use, transportation, housing, parks and ' recreation and open space, community facilities. This Committee recommends maximum cooperation between City staff and the Johnson County Regional Planning Commis- sion in developing_a comprehensive plan. The creation of a joint committee to oversee the development of the plan is a healthy beginning. In -addition, our recom- mendation of thehiringof a separate Human Needs Planner (above) suggests the importance which this Committee places upon social services planning and coordination. Other areas of concern which have been brought to the Committee's attention health care, especially for the, poor_ y, nd preservation of: historic resources (see 12/4 letter from Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, 12/13 letter from Adrian Anderson and 1/3/75 letter from Mr. Anderson). Both deserve marked emphasis in the devel- opment of'a comprehensive plan. f ont Ralston B. In addition to the Recreation, Rivcr.r Creek/Sewer and Architectural Barriers studies des- cribed above, several special studies deserve funding. These include: (1) Senior Citizens' Needs Survey: As described in the discussion of the Senior Citizens' Center. This might involve the hiring of a consultant and/or coordinated investigation by concerned community and County organizations. ,Cost: $12,500. (2) Library Study: This was proposed in a letter from the Board of Trustees of the Iowa City Public Li- brary (12/9/74).- It would involve a survey of com-. munity informational, recreational, and education needs. The projected cost of such a survey and program planning be a consultant is $20,000. (3) Community Coordinated Child Care Program Develop- ment: A request for some $3,000 for short-term _hiring, of a consultant is included in the 4C's proposal. Such planning can precede a decision on construction of specific facilities. The hiring of a consultant might not be needed if specific atten- tion can be given to daycare needs by the City staff cr hunvan nc:cn3s_ pl inner. (4) Publi.c Safety _Ilcadqurirters- Study: This is -Listed in the City's Capital Investments P1.1111 for fiscal year 1977, at a cost to the City of $25,000. -In 14 1S (Summary of Proposals (Con 1d)) 1 general, the Committee hopes that augmented City,staff and a human needs planner will be able to undertake some of r_tanthc3c studics,,thereby precluding of consul-tants. - the hiring - ' 13• Cable felevisi.on_(Robert 14elsh, 12/30/74) The is fo_r Broa�Iianii �`ommuni.cat;ons proposal $150,000 Systom under public ownership,. I year over s years will. provide a 2S% mens for .)Crnsta]Jalion Of a cable down pay- would cover the operational deft -systemturnkey basis and in its first two years. The system incurs ate ate at a system would be expected ' profit h to oper- the third year. The Committee stands ready to recommend the allocation of $450,000 as sufficient requestedprovidedthat public support for _such a system is demonstra- ted. Therefore, the Comniittcc recommends postponement of funding until the second year, contingent upon demonstrated public interest. ' 14. Urban Redevelopment (Capital Improvements Plein) - The City staff ias requester —000 per tional staff for code enforcementC1rInoaddiltionrlllickng fl4ollmers- hawser, Senior Planner - Comm ]on, Development) has advised the p Committee that 5,100,000 initial ' outlay should be sufficient to begin a program of low interest loans to homeowners and landlords. The Committee recommends $100,000 per year for loans\` and grants toward housing rehabilitation, ' barrier removal and remedying of private sewer hookups. Such a Housing Rehabilita- tion Loan Program a could be administered by a City or County Commission (the Committee recommends Possibilities). in of both 15. Amenities (C.I,P. sculpture— s, prkwa s ) - The term refers to the cost of trees, ' of Urban Renewal fundsetcremainnavailablethenfornewal this the City purpose52and000 staff has not yet determined how much additional will be required for ' money amenities. In addition, there was .a,lack of public interest as refle cted in the Committee has the needs survey, Therefore, ` budgeted no funds under this category. 16. Mass Transit (C,l.P.) for tie expen iture _- The Capital n Inv Plan calls Of 5131,400 as the matching program. This wCity's share of a Pedoral ill go for e tees, bus stopurchase of buses, bus'shel- p signs, and communications high stand equipment. Given the ing of mass transit in the Committee's the Committee needs survey, recommends expanded transportatioff needs s rvey, transportation of ding sent acq additional expenditures for equipment acquisition would be is tion given high priority. ' 17. inclucs G2,_SRO Fire Truck Accui.sition'-(C inI.P.) - The Capital. Investments mor pur:.na�i of `i r` `-%r>try stt ri3e,,; yErr 11'77 1S (Summary of Proposals (Con'dj) _ 18. River Corridor Ir�nk Sewer (C.l•P,) The (;i( ' involve in pre ,�ninar — - i Fore federal funds canYbetu tes of the Y rs currently Protection problem-as_required he- Igenc made front the-Environmental Ment plant and the trunfunoillp is approved-for ' of the cost -the-Cit both the treat of improvements. This Y need provide only 250 Miether additional funds will be neededd be some ]iPA to a r 5700, 000. approve the entire (as to failure of the Richard tile Public Works i Director, known is this -time mittee that study of r.hc trunk ha s adv.i ed the Com_ tile nature of sewer scw:r will help funds may be available�borm detailedalonRalston lsto siseof determine lcros, and that the City' that EPA tailed stud s.share of matching fund s thosfor a aeob DevelopmentYAct. come from sources other than the Community 19, Iowa City Human Relations Commission Tho proposa is or an expansion o (12/26/74 letter) dealing with discrimination of commission activity in accommodations. The written fobs, housing, and public two law students a Proposal includes the hiring ' full Pert-time, a part-time researcher, and a of time secretary Cor s' establishing six months. Their tasks would include b (t reference gui de] li.br, > updating City ordinances, researching legal guidelines, writing informational booklets, ' and initiating community education workshops • Also included are the costs of equipment and materials, and the cost of sending the 9 Commissioners to a=National. Training Program. total: .$]8,755.- ' 20. i c Prevention and Action Center, Crisis Center (Women's Resource and ' 24-hour ra 30 - T e proposed Center Would offer a pe crisis line, training' the services of a counselor of rape victim advocates, for women, It would also distriba night-time esc]rparner1ric , build a library of resource problem, speak to communit materials, research _the rape trainin and sex thcra X groupsroups, and provide self-defense quests 12,347.60 for equipment The written ' $960 for operating costnd s. , $13,200 for staffing re-. include the cost of rental she total of $26,497,60 doe's not Title I expense. Ilopefull P but rent is not an eligible ' sity fundingY, the 'Center could receive Unver -for this expense. The total then, is $26 500 for the first year, and (assuming the need -for."continued staff and operating costs) $14,150 for each or ' Years. the following '16 t ' 111iol'OSED ALLOCATIONS The ch art that follows presents the proposed allocation of the Community Development funds over the five-year tenure of 1974.Iowa City's ' (lousing and Community Development Act of $8,239,998 = $2,060,000 each of tile total Title I funds arc two -thirds -that amount ($1,373,332) the ' first three years, one-third of the amount ($686,666) the fifth fourth year, and year. These amounts appear on the bottom line of the chart. the bottom The total expenditures proposed to date appear near is in case followed ' of each year's column, and this figure each by the total funds unaccounted for to in the line below it 'Che lines (Total Proposed and Total Discretionary)- date. two add up to the total available Title I funds for that year._,, totals The column to the far right represents the five-year in each category. ' Funding of a project in consecutive years has been proposed funding only for those projects which clearly demand ongoing Center) or for those _(e.g. k2 - Information and Referral proposals which request specific amounts over several years for - Cable Television). -'file annual allocations (e.g. 11#13 Parks and Recreation (05) were dc.termined by dividing the mo ntshe ffor total recommended allocation into three eq tt llamounts fourth, ifth three years, 2/3 that amount tile In general, further allocations for a given project year. might be made in years subsequent to its initial allocation $20,000 ' (e.g. 08 - Architectural Barriers;-mi-ght receive come out of pper__�r). Such additional allocations would �cretiony funds for the subsequent years. 1 '- 17 IJ r"-r r F• O IJ-I•J IJ U1 J. UI IJ '.0"+". cr) . SC7 in�n., �i�i Hr[ ycr Cy rG'-i •' .-!FDr rN7.r�_ Nrrt �W -.. nH 7 O'Od . . u.0.t r !,J -• rW •. n HY. �r-� O ... ." ^xar.D1 In rJn .: ..-.-rGrD _ .. 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Specific recommendations are; expected during the first year of the Community Development Act. #22 - HUMAN RESOURCES CENTER: While this concept did not ' fare all too well in the needs survey (Tenth), it combines emphases placed elsewhere in this _report upon planning and coordination; senior citizens' ' - services; andneighborhood centers. The concept applies to the housing of social service agencies (e.g. 4C's, Visiting Nurses Association, United Way) within a single facility and consequently providing ' - sonic coordinated administration of the agencies. Both single location and coherent information and re- - ferral would benefit those who utilize such agencies. ' The Committee foresees the centrally located agencies offering human needs services in each of the neighborhood centers that we hope will be developed in Iowa City. For , ' example, the Visiting Nurses' Association might have scheduled days at each of the neighborhood facilities, perhaps with an equipped examination room in each center. In short, centrally coordinated services delivered to ' our citizens is the goal. #23 - ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS: The City staff has requested fund- ' ing for additional staff to oversee the administration of Community Development money. The Committee recommends $50,000 for the first year, as per the request of Jack Klaus, but hopes that administrative costs can be mini- mized by the use of citizen committees. (as in supervision of a housing rehabilitation loan program) and other new City staff (e.g. The Comprehensive Planning Personnel or ' new housing code enforcement personnel).` 19 There was a common feeling among .the _members of the Committee that true citizen participation has not been achieved. Invol- ving as many citizens as possible in issues affecting them will require the effort of both committee members and inter- ested volunteers in sponsoring informational and feedback meetings in the community. The committee feels it is in a positiontoassist in the coordination of various agencies in the community. It was also mentioned that public meetings would provide an excel- lent opportunity to expose citizens to various community groups. The Committee further felt very committed to the notion of planning and would like to assist if appropriate, the City, University and Johnson County Regional Planning' Commission in planning for future needs of the community. In assessing needs the committee felt that health care would bean emerging need and could be developed on a neighborhood basis, incorporated in a total city plan. To summarize, the committee felt there was a need in Iowa City for a strong citizens committee and that we felt we were committed to seeking out the needs of the community and to translate thoseneedsinto.workable programs. 20 ' Future Directions of the Committee (A Summary of Discussions) ' On January 8th the thoughts of the Steering Committee turned to the question of its future role in.the Community. Our - discussions centered around two general areas; the continuing ' structure and function of the committee. It was quickly decided the committee had an important place_ in - the community and should continue. The steering committee further believed it should make an effort to seek out a minority and handicapped representative to restore our committee to - eleven members. The committee Felt after completing, the ' February phase the committee need not 'meet so frequently. Two to three times a month was thought to be adequate. In that same vein, the committee thought it important that the chair- person receive copies of the City Council agenda, and that at appropriate times representatives of the committee appear at the Council meetings. ' The Committee stressed its desire to remain in an active role of increasing citizen participation through receiving propo- sals and conducting issue -oriented and neighborhood meetings. There was a common feeling among .the _members of the Committee that true citizen participation has not been achieved. Invol- ving as many citizens as possible in issues affecting them will require the effort of both committee members and inter- ested volunteers in sponsoring informational and feedback meetings in the community. The committee feels it is in a positiontoassist in the coordination of various agencies in the community. It was also mentioned that public meetings would provide an excel- lent opportunity to expose citizens to various community groups. The Committee further felt very committed to the notion of planning and would like to assist if appropriate, the City, University and Johnson County Regional Planning' Commission in planning for future needs of the community. In assessing needs the committee felt that health care would bean emerging need and could be developed on a neighborhood basis, incorporated in a total city plan. To summarize, the committee felt there was a need in Iowa City for a strong citizens committee and that we felt we were committed to seeking out the needs of the community and to translate thoseneedsinto.workable programs. 20 1 ' -CONCLUSION In conclusion, the Committee reels that we have shown that the concept of citizen participation can be a working part of local government. - ''rho Committee Would again like to thank the City staff a-nd Council for their aid and cooperation during this process. 1 ' Submitted by The -'Ci.tizons' Steering Committee ' - - for the housing and Community Development Act Horace Amidon Harry Baum ' Ira Rolnick Claudia Dalrymple ' Sharan Matson ' Debbie McCall Dan Rogers' ' Thea Sando Wetherill Winder 1 1 1 21 CORRESPONDENCE CDASteeringCommittee - - 1 11/1 Ilene Greenwood (Comm. Cord. Child Care) -4C Daycare Subcommittee urges child care within Comprehensive plan 11/3 Clark & Betty Mighell (225 Koser) -Ralston Creek:dredge, concrete walls, proper care 11/21 Riverfront Commission -endorses Comprehensive Plan- 12/2 Jay Honohan (Johnson County Bar Association) ' -Future recommendations may be forthcoming from the Association -Recommends general planning prior to specific expenditures. -Suggests opinion of City Attorney re: eligibility of mass transit expenditures under Section 570.201(a)(4) 12/4 Advisory Council on Historic Preservation -Mayor must give consideration to historic resources:; _(1) contact State - Planner, State.Conser- Historic Preservation officer (Mr. Adrian Anderson, vation Commission, B-13 MacLean Hall, Iowa City,' Iowa 52242)- (2) Check ' Federal Register 12/6 Byron Ross (Chamber of Commerce) ' -(1) Mass_. Transit (2) Urban Redevelopment (3) Ralston Creek (4) Housing 12/6 Rochelle Tullis --- - Emma Goldman Clinic for Women - -strongly-endorses Health Care Services at Mark IV and for senior citizens 12/7 _ A. C....Farwald (A.A:R.P.) _ -(1) strengthen Housing Commission; Rehabilitation (2) Comp. Plan, coord. (w/ Reg. Plan'g, Human Resources Center, County Services, United Way) (3) Senior Citizen's Needs Survey (4) Architectural barriers - -- 12/7 League of Women Voters (1) Come: Plan. - emphasis on human needs (2) Mass Transit (3) Parks & Open Spaces, esp. riverfront ' -(4) - Housing (low income, elderly & Handicapped), code enforcement,- - rehabilitation (5) .flood control ' -(6) Sewage disposal (7) -Child care -preschool; lunch & afternoon school-age; drop-in daytime care for all (sliding scale) ' 12/9 Board of Trustees, Iowa City Public Library -Survey of community informational, recreational, educational needs (as part of Comp. human needs plan)= professional -consultant advice ' -Desire to be part of Neighborhood Center(MarkIV) - 12/9 Esther Romine & Ruth Davis (711 Rundell) ' -Cleaning of Ralston Creek (+) ' I2/9 Site Council Dec. 9 meeting -Mass transit (100 bus fare for elderly) (free parking for elderly in unmetered City lots) (shelters &benches) -Development of both sides of River into park from City Park to Sewer plant - -Improvement of Senior Citizenbuilding, development of Senior Center 12/9 John Harper (Citizen's for a Better Iowa City) -Top 3 priorities: -(1) Mass Transit (2) Low Income Housing (3) Resolution ' of Ralston Creek Problem -Also,-(4) Comp. Plan (5) use of schools after hours ' 12/9 Della Grizel'(530 Sheridan) -Correct Sewage Backup in S.E. Iowa City (not part of Ralston Creek problem, but result of illegal connections to sewer system) 1 12/9 Jean Spector Volunteer Service Bureau - -Use of schools after hours / Old Post Office or similar community ' agencies center 12/10 Nancy Seiberling (Project GREEN) (Comp. Planning, to included urban development, trunk sewers, open spaces and natural resources, historic site preservation, recreational opportunities, -beautification " ' -Expanded trunksewersystem / Acquisition of land along Ralston Creek (Green Belt, flood control measure)/ Acquisition of land along Iowa River / Development of paries and open spaces ' -Strengthening of City's planning staff - 12/11 Marilyn Blake (AFSCME) -Mass Transit / Senior Citizen's Center with Medical facilities ' 12/11 _ United Way Planning Division - - -Advance Planning Money, especially for -..HUMAN NEEDS PLANNER -. -- 12/11 Fredine Branson (Housing Commission) - -Rehabilitation of housing with provision for home ownership -Transportation usable by elderly and handicapped ' -Under Title II, additional units for elderly and low -rent housing 12/11 Human Relations Commission ' -Proposal forthcoming -12/12 Sue Futrell (ISPIRG Recycling Committee) _ - - ' -solid waste resource recovery not urgently needed, but need to work toward (1) collection of glass and metal (2) treatment of same (3) estab- lishment of regional recycling system t-Specific recommendationsforthcoming in a few months 12/12 Richard Bartel (Johnson County Board of Supervisors) (1) Senior Citizens' Center is well established, but needs pool table, ' games, craft supplies, books, magazine subscriptions, window drapes (2) Close Mansion should be restored, but after repairs and remodeling, including: - roof replace r-nt, £rlrrLitLon repair, caitral haat/h, ' and some interior remodeling (3) Recommend low cost daycare centers located throughout City (4) Preserve Donnelly's "as a fine old Irish bar" • ' -3- Officer) Adrian Anderson (State Historic Preservation p reservation plan for the 12/13 ' -Title'I gives opportunity to develop historic resources ing Mr. Anderson) contact community's to the Committee's. (This letter was sent prior lament -to presentation at public meeting): Dick Buxton (supe facilities ' 12/17 recreational -City should offer to share in construction High Schools, p (e.g.) 50$ at City, West, Regina all Iowa Citians. The offer should be for for 3 years, as facilities for of $175,000/year (e g') ' of -the costs, with a maximum of the pools - the City's share for each 12/18 James Harrisand proposals concerning should be earmarked for study real estate -Planning money -Planning needs are not met by housing for those whose market. These should include: income housing needs; to (1) Evaluation of lownddistribution of housingmerate , with effort of write - (2) Evaluation of spatial in central city --with local version ' increase housing down, use ofeminentdomain; independent of investigation A forACT)-for (3) Use of Section 8 (HD formulate mulate citizen in order Housing Commission and City staff, ._position; s - Programs (e.g., 202,236); federal subsidy p 4 of lstudent,s (4) use of other marri_ marriedd (5) Investigation Of nWith Promotion oftdowntown policy_ framework, ' housings needs, delineation of to. housing (6) Use of social services related. new services to answer unmet nublic assistance in housing re- '.. (7) Evaluation of feasibility of P - - habilitation.hborhoo ' 12/18 Association - Ralston Creek Neighborhood n Creek watershed for comprehensive Ralston to flood- -Urge hiring of consultant to include interim and long-term s management plan, and sewer problemslmented as soon to be lulatedsediment is ' ing desirable, -Emphasis upon interim measurofsaccum as possible (e.g., dredging and implemented) nsibility ' should be quickly studied Coordinating Committee should share: the ewing applicants, interviewing PP re -Ralston Creek job description for consultant, for formulating to city -council. and making recommendations COMMISSION IOWA CITY HUMAN RELATIONS 12/26 to public accommodations --equal employment opportunity, access and housingneed for informs and educates community; --HRC processes complaints, commissioners ' planning (2) send 1 Establish reference library Draft --PROJECTS: ( ) 3 Update local ordinances to national training program ( ) Pa state, ac tion (5) Research f(7)rplan and ' -city ordinance on'affirmativ model guidelines -(6) e info rmational booklets implement community workshopsects #3,4,5) for 6 mos. (for Projects - --_COSTS(a) 7. law utudenta 1/2 time : #1,6,7) ' x`$4,600(for Projects 1/2 time for 6 mos. (b) l researcher $2,000 (c) 1 secretary full time for 6 mos. _ $4,370 (d) Reference materials, training films, office equipment ' and supplies, distribution of materials, telephone/travel, facilities rental (for workshops) _ $5,535 (e) National training program for 9 commissioners = $2,250 TOTAL: $18,755 ' --Enclosures: (1) -Description of Human Relations Coordinator position _ (2) Sample Agenda for NH Training Conference ' 12/27 WOMEN'S RESOURCE 6 ACTION CENTER --RAPE PREVENTION AND CRISIS CENTER: Crisis line, training of victim advocates, hiring of-counselor,_escort service (2 radio dispatched cars),' ' distribution of information pamphlets, resource library, self-defense training, rape research, sexual therapy groups, regional conference _--Need about 1,000 sq. ft. of rental space = ? ' Equipment costs (include radios, cars, office equipment, gym mats) _ $12,347.60 Staff: 1/2 time coordinator, 1/2 time counselor, 1/2 time secretary, self-defense instruction coordinator, part-time research assistant (9 mos.) ' $13,200 _Operating costs: $950 ' Total: $26,497.60 + RENT for first year = about $30,500 $14,150.00 + RENT for following years = about $72,600 (4 yrs.) $103,100.00 1 --Enclosures: (1) Job description: Coordinator (2) Sample training for rapevictimadvocates ' 12/27 HORACE AMIDON (830 N. Dodge)_ --Recommends (1) Rebuilding of west side sewer, -(2) Corrective measures along Ralston Creek (land acquisition and/or runoff control measures; - disconnecting of downspouts from sewers and, possibly,disconnecting underground drainage systems from sanitary sewer mains), '(3) Aid to ' Goodwill in acquiring old "Me Too", (4) Comprehensive study of river - corridor ' 12/30 Robert Welsh (First Christian Church) --Need for intermediate health care facilities --Proposal for Broadband Communications System under public ownership $150,000 /yr. for 3, years -would provide -25% -down payment for installa- tion of cable system on turnkey basis and would cover operational deficit for first two years of operation ' Additional $150,000 in first or second year would accelerate_ development -TOTAL: $450,000 -(minimum). ' --Proposal-for Senior Citizen's Center in Old Post Office (with adjacent housing for the elderly and handicapped) Purchase, of site and rehabilitation of building; Leasing of adjacent ' space to non-profit corporation for construction of barrier -free living unit The Center could house community facilities and services as well as educational and service agendas geared to needs of elderly THE SURVEY At the November 25 meeting of the Permanent Steering Committ2�e ' the issue of surveying the community came to the forefront. The Committee members reiterated their strong belief that to get a felling of what Iowa Citians believe are urgent needs in: terms se community reach those development an attempt must be made to citizens who do not participate in organizational functions or are not likely to express their personal views in a public meeting. A random sample survey was suggested as a feasible way of obtaining thi able: s input within the time avail. ' The director of Community Relations for Iowa City expressed her feeling that a random sample survey of individuals was an impossibility given the limited time available, and that ' such survey would only duplicate the survey proposed under the city's comprehensive plan. However, members of. the Committee pointed out again that this survey was necessary ' to obtain input from individual citizens as part of the process of determining the community development needs of Iowa City, one of the responsibilities with which the Com- mittee was charged. Also despite the time limi.t of one ' month within which the survey would have to be initiated, carried out, and concluded, including analysis, a reasonable indication could be obtained based on a valid random sample. ' Thus, it was decided unanimously to proceed by asking the City Council for $150 to pay for survey expenses. It was recognized that, given this small allotment, the surveying, the key punching, the computer programming, and the survey analysis would have to be done on a volunteer basis. ' The City Council endorsed the need for this random sample survey by granting $500 to the Permanent Steering Committee for survey expenses over the objections of the acting City Manager and other city staff members as well as one member Of the Council who said: I'm wondering whether the steering committee has a real handle on the scope of their job, because as I look over the members of the steeringcommittee, this is tir'initial ven- ture .into city government ' 23 Sec Appendix 1'Pl i nates, Citizens Steering Committee .." ' November 25, 1974. 24 The Daily Iowan, November 27, 1974. See Appendix G. 1 (The Survey - Page 11) The survey coordinator, Sheran Matson, utilized the vast re- sources of the University of Iowa in selecting the method of choosing the random sample, in obtaining an applicable Computer program as well as obtaining the computer services necessary for data analysis. Dr. Leon Burmeister, a professor in the Department `ofPreven- Live Medicine and Environmental 'z Health and an instructor in sampling theory as well as survey technique, provided the practical methodology for obtaining a random sample strati- fied according to income. Because Iowa City is not classi- fied as an SMSA, census data in terms income of breakdown is limited.- The city planning department has income breakdown only in terms of the census enumeration districts,, each of which includes �- several city blocks. ,Thus, there is no block - by -block breakdown by income strata. Therefore, an alterna- tive sampling method which included a block -by -block was needed. breakdown It was here that Dr. Burmeister provided valuable input. He proposed using a Johnson Count), ' Health Department breakdown of Iowa City on a block -by -block basis according to housing condition. Granted housing condition is not the best indica- for of income status, but Dr. Burmeisterfeltit was a valid indicator and the data ' was available immediately, an essential factor in this case. - Using the housing conditions as an indicator of income ' status, a stratified random sample was chosen based on a three percent sample of the total households in Iowa City. --This three per- cent sample was sufficient to obtain a valid sample of Iowa City for our purposes ' according to Dr. Burmeister. The sample was to be stratified according to high, households. -middle and low income - Blocks within each of the five different housing condition breakdowns were numbered consecutively and the number of blocks needed within each ' strata based on fifteen households per block were selected wit]i-the aid of random a number table. The num- ber of blocks needed within each strata of housing conditions was determined by the percentage of each strata present within the total community._ In other ' words,.'the percentages used in the survey sample matched the percentages within the total community. _ A total of 400 households was needed for a three ' percent sample, so 500 households were ,picked for surveying on the basis of thirty-three and one .half blocks with fifteen - households per block.- Thus,'a margin of ,100 was allowed for questionnaire invalidity, failure to obtain 15 ' _ interviews on the part of each interviewer, and other common survey problems. ' Survey - (The Page III) ' The list of housing strata andd the breakdown for this survey was: Definition: No of hh No of blocks ' Strata %in Iowa City of strata based on 500 (15hh each) blue 41.69 good:all 208 : 14 dk.-green 29.29 good:80% 136 9 It. green 17.83 - fair:20% 89 6 yellow 7.23 poor good 36 2.5 red 6.02 poor good - 30 2 ' Thus the Committee surveyed '33.5=blocks with volunteers. Each questionnaire the help of keep community was coded to track of which block and which housing strata it represented. 1 1 1 - - 1 THE QUESTIONNAIRE25 The questionnaire itself was designed to be short and yet Thus six obtain the information necessary for our purposes. the demographic questions were included which would allow cross tabulation which might point out the preferences of various ' groups in Iowa City-based-on age, income, number of persons in total number of years in residence in Iowa the household26, City, and whether the respondent was a homeowner or renter. as Under the income breakdowns, one breaking point was chosen for Iowa City. This $7,750, which is 80% of the median income Act defines the target breaking point was important because the groups under this legislation, the low and moderate income median income families, as earning less than 800 of the city's based on the 1970 census. Eighty percent of Iowa City's me- ' than family income is $7,750. The second page of the, questionnaire was_a list.,ol thirteen community development needs which have emerged as important They to either organizations, the city itself, of individuals. the legisla- were meant to cover the eligible activities under by all members of the Permanent tion, and were agreed upon -Steering Committee as constituting as fair a representation of. needs as could be determined at that time. The last question o individual d in order to pickup on the first page was include; n included in our perceptions of community developmentneedsnot in order to provide some flexibility in list of thirteen and still maintaining an instrument which would read- _ answers while ily lend itself to analysis. ' A pretest was completed on the survey instrument prior to the Analysis of the results showed beginning of the actual survey. be very capable of giving the results wanted the questionnaire to one exception. The explanation of the conprehensive plan, - with one of the thirteen items to be rank ordered, was found to be - determined by the ' too vague to the pretest respondents. This was in ranking this item with the lack of any consistency n the chanotheged So the short explanation in parentheses was changed on the teen. final questionnaire prior to its implementation in the city-wide '-- survey. The survey was completed the weekend of December 13, andanalysis ' Is scheduled to be finished by January 6, The Committee is very- that of optimistic that this approach to citizen participation, normally, is not heard -eliciting, the feelings of the citizen who in this endeavor as well as those from, will prove very useful yet to come. ' 2S See Appendix I. 26 A household constituted all individuals living within one dwelling unit. ' 1 `A'[UNITY DEVELUMENT NEEDS* CODE NO Hi, I'm I'm,helping the Iowa City Steering Committee for the Housing —& community Development Act to survey -a -representative sam- ple -of Iowa City's residents to find out what YOU feel are Iowa ' City's most urgent community development needs. I wauld like to spend a few minutes with you to find out what YOU, as a resident of -Iowa City, think are our city's most pressing needs. tDEMOGRAPHIC No. of persons in household Age composition of households 0-5 6-l0 _ll -17, _18-25 _26-35 _36-50 ' =62461 Age of Respondents. 18-�5 Total annual household incomes ' 26-35 under 3 000 9000-A999 36-50 ---- 3000-4999 —71000-14999 51+61 — 000-7750 X5000-24999 Renter Homeowner X751-8999 25000+ Total number of years of residence in Iowa City RANK ORDERING OF NEEDS: Here is a list of 13 possible community development needs 'which have been—r—mined by the city itself or members of the Steering Committee. Would you rank them in order of importance with the most important first and the least important ,last? ... Remember, it's y�ur opinion we- want ... please put a "1" by 'the need you feel most important ;a "21Ty-the nedd you feel second in importance ending with a "13"By the need you feel least important. Take your time, I'm not. in any hurry, and your list is very important to us.- We are _going to put your list with all the others we get from this survey, and use them to determine what residents ' themselves feel are Iowa City's needs. The results of this survey will help deter- mine what Iowa City will spend their -share of the Housing $ comkmity Development; . Act funds on for the next three years ... So, please rank these 13 items`startin g with the one you feel most important, and rank all 13 of them... take your time. (Hand the list to"resp3iMent'but`leave it attar ee=o this sheet) ARAAAAARRRAAAARRARIYARARAAARRAAAARARARRA - _ `` FInally, are there any other community development..needs in terms of facilities or services which have not been included in our list which you feel are important to ' Iowa City? Yes No If yes, what? Where_woul3—Ft 'is/these rank in relation to the 13 items youranked? 7HM YOU FOR YOUR TIFF. _ PA $,PLAYGROUNDS, ^r OTHER RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES (such as acquisition &,development of new park land, rehabilitation of existing parka & playgrounds, bikeways) 1 SE'WI:R IMPROVEMENTS rebuild Iowa River Corridor sewers and bulid additional trunk sewers) _ COjXREaNSIVE PLAN_FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT-& HUMAN RESOURCES I (includes extensive stud es and planning n such areas as housing, tranaportation,population growth,land use ... a necessary first step. ' fcr Iowa City in applying for federal funds & decision-making) HOUSING CODE ENFORCEMENT & HOUSING REHABILITATION; expansion of current code enforcement activities & provision of loans_ to landlords & homeowners for bringing housing up to code)- REMOVAL ode)- REMOVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS WHICH RESTRICT MOBILITY OF HANDI CAPPED:& SENIOR CITIZENS '(provision of ramps, wider doors, & elevators in public buildings) AMENITIES TO CURRENT URBAN REDEVELOPMENT (such as pedestrian ways, malls, open spaces, trees) NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER construction of facility & provision of services such as day care, health care, social services, recreation,education,. ' & any other services which the particular neighborhood needs) MATCHING FUNDS FOR MASS TRANSIT PROGRAMS such as bus acquisition, bus station, shelters, stop signs) RALSTON CREEK ' - (acquisition of undeveloped land & flood ,control) DAY CARE construction or acquisition of facilities & provision of pro- grams) SENIOR CITIZENS'SERVICES construction or acqu sition of facility or facilities to provide human needs services & a recreation facility) HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATION CENTER acquisition of construction of facility to coordinate services of agencies in the area of human needs & to act as a central information center) ' mnT)L'RNIZATION OF CURRENT SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SYSTEM TOINCLUDE - R 6C YC 1. T NG 4 APPENDIX 'Phe WRIT'T'EN PROPOSALS listed below are on file in the office ' of the Director of Community Relations, Iowa City d. - 1. Nov. 11, Outline of Proposed Comprehensive Plan Program 2. Nov. L8, Memorandum on Capital Investments Plan 3. Nov. 25, from Social ServicesCommittee, Johnson County Regional Planning Committee 4. Dec. 2, from Pat Hanrahan, Executive Director, United Way - I S. Dec. 2, Mary Newhauser, Chairperson, Riverfront Commission 6. Dec. 2, Sarah Fox, Chairperson, Parks and ' Recreation Commission 7. "Cost Estimates Related to Presentation by Sarah Fox", Eugene Chubb, Director Of Parks and Recreation. ' 8. Dec. 9, Goodwill Industries of Southeast Iowa 9. Dec. 11, Community Coordinated Child Care (4C's) 1 IV Social Service Center 10. Dec. 11, Mark ' 11. Dec. 17, Dick Buxton 12.- Dec. 18, Ralston Creek Neighborhood Associations 13. Dec. 26, Iowa City Human Relations Commission 14. Dec. 30, Women's Resource -and Action Center - First Christian Church 1S. Dec. 30, cl INTItoptim, ION This is a report by the Citizens' .Steering Committee for the 1974 (lousing and Community Development Act, whose function has been the development of proposals for expenditures of 'ritle I (Community Development) funds. Iowa City's "block grant" tinder the legislation amounts to $8.24 million, to be allocated by the City Council in accordance with the provisions of the Act. This Committee's -role —in regard to the expenditures is an advisory one. As will be explained later in the report, the Committee has placed a strong em- phasis uponplanningand coordination of community,develop- ment. It is our hope that specific expenditures will work towards this goal. It has been the goal of this Committee totictogether the proposals for specificprojectsand the feeling of the cit- izens of Iowa ,City as obtained from the random sample survey, and to recommend funding -of projects accordingly. The report contains an explanation of the Committee's his- tory, a summary of correspondence andpresentationsmade by individuals and groups, a report on the Committee's survey of community needs, a tentative 5 -year budget proposal, and a discussion of the Committee's perception of its future role in the community. CONTENTS PAGH History of the Committee - l ' Summary of Citizen Input 3 Community Needs Survey 6 Ranking of Survey Projects 8 ' - Summary of Proposals 9 Proposed Allocations 17' Future Direction of the Committee 20 APPENDIX 1: I,ist Of Correspondence ' API'L'NDIX 2: Description of Survey Methodology APPENDIX 3: Sample Needs Survey APPENDIX 4: Written Proposals. In addition, copies of all proposals and corre- spondence totheCommittee are on file in the office of the Director of Community Relations, Iowa City Civic Center, 410 E Washington, Iowa City._ Also on file are minutes of Committee ' meetings for the following dates: (Temporary --- Committee) Octi 23, Nov. 4 and 7; (Permanent Committee) Nov. 11, 14, 2S, Dec. 2, 4, 9, 11, _ 16, 18, 23, 30, '.Jan. 6, 71 8 (1975). Finally, ' additional materials submitted to the Committee are available at the same office. 1 _ rHISTORY OF TIIH COMMITTEE: Citizen Participation in theHousingand _Community Development rct OT TM The (lousing and Community Development Act of 1974 -(Title 1) r is the source of a Block Grant to Iowa City. The first three years are funded equally and the 4th and "5th years 2/3 and 1/3 of the initialgrant.Certain items are eligible for funding and others are ineligible. The following report is a summary of the work of the Steering Committee and the pro -cess of citizen participation in the planning process. rFederal Requirements It is in compliance with the Sect. 570.900 (d) of the Perform- ance standards of Program, Management that the Steering Commit- tee was established.As'a part of the application for Block Grant funds, the City shall indicate compli.anace with this r requiroment (Sect. 570.906 b6). The City is to maintain records with respect to thecitizenparticipation, 570.907-(b). ' Formation of the Steering Committee The City Council held a public meeting on`Oct. 2, 1974 which - 'wasadvertisedin t:he news mediaandinvitations were mailed rto all known community organizations. To develop a -plan for citizen participation was a difficult task, especially to obtain the feelings of the low and moderate income persons. rAs a part of the records is a paper written by ,Shoran Matson which describes the process which involved the Council- Members, r staff, citizens, students and University Faculty. On Oct. 22, the City Council appointed a temporary committee of 11. This temporary Committee met on Nov 4 to select from among a list ' of persons nominated by community organizations, especially those concerned with the needs of low and moderate income cit- izens, a Permanent Committee. The selection was made to ,in elude low to moderate income and to identify as follows: r homeowners, renters, students, senior citizens, day care par- ent, welfare parent, handicapped blue collar and minority. Five to six women were to be appointed. rThe Actions of the Committee r The first meeting of the Permanent Steering Committee was on Nov. 7. Minutes of the meetings are on file. The first respon- sibilities of the Committee were: (1) identification of needs r of low and moderate income persons; (2) determine the urgent community needs and; (3) establishing priority ranking of these needs and; (4)-deveIop a 1 and 5 year plan. - - r - _1 ('1'hc Actions of the Committee (con'�l)) nthlic meeting, written 1� from tnlividutls, 0rga11 Citizen it7pUC.was tiCC;l1Canfrom rtlYttl.Cr.' ;t_ tiUYVCy and- proposals_ from aptnctr.s w t , dcc idccl to do with t.hc University, izat }ons' :uul ro,,,,,,, trees •_ - sccuYcd from hat the survey ' excellent couper:+ti.on it statistically valid cross SeCcannheLfoundlin the a result that the Comm ittcc has been advised represents a — titans as to methodology ' to priorities. see Appendix 2). paper by Sheratt Alatson (' The Committee eive has orgai1ized the in irlelother on cfactors swere ' jectively as funds [o are available through recognized. Funds Cor certain projects Sed for itemsadmit- recognized.If these Grant fundsare such _as Planning and other sources' given preference by funds can ' tedly listed as g then General Revenue Sharing Capital Improvements, be used for other needs such as Cervices*received and these requests will be tstments in It is expected that other ncil and further adj final analysis, the City Council will will be forwarded to City priorities made. In the ' determine the Planplansork or Improvement Prol;ram=197G-1936+ Urban Renewal City staff has sharI with the Conunittecwascvetry helpful with studies as Capital PGoals. The staff. programs. and General Community present status of somcrojects which technical information and P effort to include l Develop - The Committee has made every Of Community the City staff has recommended come out o ment funds- the Committee feels Block Grant Concept, ingredient. It ' For the success of the rovides an imp ongoing commun- Citizen Participation P without the ong plan to however, will have limited value, and Council and aconscious p ' ication between Cit Ce in rocess* keep their confidence in-the p 1 ' y OP'CLTIZLN INP111 s which have been pre SUMMAR concern were groups chart represents There UOes g their A few Presented The follow`}�g Steering Committee. vcs oily Commit - The follow to expressing themscl1Ting or during a letter and individuals the public ho. S also wrote ver at who spoke with u the Committee concerns ve but most the letters received by the tee meetings All of SLJMhIARIZLll INA —� Of explanation• EACH LIr'rL•R IS in the ran - file an those used made_ are on chart are Suggestions the ch` lists funds, but •rhe categories listed}lenIast column ment dom sample survey. . and Community Develop -could use llotlnt the survey categories which included represent were not ect category which follow each Pen) sed. ' The numbers times it has been _ Many different the number of o en S ace (11) but one par- Rccrcation ar were mentioned the use of Parks and s ane recreation the survey was aspects o" par included on ticular concern not ressed. This tate- school.s after hours' Ralston in this area were exp along _ Needs sewers and sewers Sowers ( ) the trunkline gory 35 an important Creek• Many noted this Po int that we must Plan (10) - the emphatic P Com rcltcnmo c orthose male well area an Needs Planning as ,as mentioned by nt use Human code eriff c housing rehabilitation llousing }lousin Code (4) a concern severa an in all cases ublic build- was also included. access to P money from _ Providing to several• for public ed was iMPortant can be used Architectural Barriers (6) funds improvements in Ings. or tie Development walks, and loans for }lousing and Community streets and dwellings• buildings$ and private funding - businesses {cit this needed one group category aye not AM (1) ed in this khen a'per- - included housed in Center (10) also the Berm ht'be Nei hborhood or a center but which mig on 1 t e nee for a service 5OR expreitewashputeed in this column• ' a center 3 1` -1 1 (Summary of Citizen Input (Con's.)). Mass Transit (8) - Need for support of the mass transit system ' was presented and also the. need to expand its services. Ralston Creek (9) - Flooding and sewers affected by the Creek ' were of concern in this category. Day Care (4) - Day Care needs were mentioned by a few groups. �fce1 this is a much needed service but that it should be ' included as part of the activities of a Neighborhood Center. 'SeniorCitizens' Senior Citizens (10) - In this category is the need for a Center and also any services needed in this area. Architectural Barriers is closely associated, too, because the handicapped include some senior citizens.-- Human Resources Center (3) - This -column _is deceptively light - --because a t e-possi le-social services mentioned were marked under Neighborhood Center. This column only reflects the con- ' cern for the human Resources Center itself. Recycling (1) - One group has endorsed recycling, and expects ' to present specific recommendations in the near future. Some concerns mentioned in letters do not appear on the chart ' because they dial not fall. under [lousing and Community Develop- ment funding. 1 4 - bvtlM r' Cn.._ M`• l •ITA- I•l un M11 a la! It.+n YKTCI• OU.r I!*.wr np• tbn OA• I [.r[bn tl 6n Nr ] T +n+l ['n.\ f•r• w lVnr a L pc, OPn C Ie.rt. �— 1 1- - Jarn.n Ce. r.alaa 1 rlannlM mil len IM x""• �—_ vnlne vq Ina xu•. x•M• Nt! Iv - - IRb a MC. InClue• — -- CeaWtant'_ rN•r[r•nt f !oleo I '{all!• .. t>vee+/ll _ MIL- . uveae p+b 1 JOM•m Ce. C - _—_ en NMV+pp-e of [A+ n.+11s+IM Q rr .cNln Ip1Mln- H [Lilt C.I. IKIe]-. lM x'Y • - I - ' 71.1 NM.un fern an tM MIM - - MIlIMPrem- tlen b_Hc_n_• Nrl I> J C.11. Nnic.• C•ne.r •rartl✓.len • mn.Wt.nt Icu.tM U.N• eI xa.n lnclo]- M R- - -. . lM •fill- _ veno .[Ion YP a 4rylP�et a : e.s.n'. zZ% utlen C.nt.r 4. fGL f•allc _ corp -Illae.11 vltae W.- eerxo1N ".00 ]KIW- LM R- IMrK.n Nu. OI YttrM I.rtln. 1M •till- Moan alto M.x• X Mllr LItIIR fico Ceacll I]/9 Cl[tro. let . [ fa.. 40 Grlvl' SL Im•. _. Cltf - .elwn.r ,PRer ..1. • _ ..oleo 0 nq. xl.nur ..nit len vlfae a...o- /tei.rGIZE50— .Ln .rr • btn.ur lb. d[! IClu Nn fun Llaarlc pfr - i•a- rn alen f[df Iw.- tlen _ _ _ rscbt I I. /(I i. pima MI.[low. Ybrll. fslRlo. lM' CWb iI Nolex er.l.x - I COMMUNITY NI7LDS SURVL'Y 1 -Iowa In December 1974 ,the City Citizens Steering Committee'' for the Housing and Communii-y'Davelopment Act conducted a ' random sample survey of the community. The Committee felt ' this would be a viable method of ascertaining the needs of persons in all segments of the population and would reach people who otherwise have little or no input into city ' government. Sheran Matson, _a member of -the Steering Committee, acted as 1 survey coordinator, utilizing the resources of the University of Iowa for obtaining sampling method, computer programming and analysis of the survey.- Dr. Leon Burmeister, university instructor in sampling theory and survey technique, provided 1 methodology for a`random sample according to income strati- fication. — Low and moderate income was determined as being 800 of the median income in Iowa City, or $7,750. and below. 1 A 3% sampling, or 500 of the total city households, was sufficient to obtain a valid sample fortheCommittee's pur- poses, according to Dr. Burmeister. A Johnson County Health ' Department map of housing conditions in Iowa City was used for strata definitions. Fifteen households per survey block were interviewed: - -1 The survey questionnaire (Appendix 3) consisted of demographic information;`a list of thirteen possible city projects, to be ranked by therespondentin order of importance to her/him, ' which could be funded by HUD Community Development funds; and a_question inviting the respondent to add -her/his ideas for projects to the survey's list. ' A pretest of the questionnaire was conducted at Mark IV, a low -to -moderate income housing project in Iowa City. The 1 community survey was 'made the following week by members of the Steering Committee and approximately 50 volunteer citizens. Computer programmed results of the.survey were available in January 1975, showing 371 samples of the original 500 to be ' valid. The following chart (Appendix 1) gives the order in which the survey's thirteen -proposed projects were ranked, ' with age and income groups, plus number of samples obtained ' from each, being noted. The continual expansion and improvement of the city's mass ; - transit system; an integral part in the community for our 1 seniorcitizens; a comprehensive plan conducted by the City to help ensure its own humanistic and economic growth - survey results attest that these are clearly concerns of ,,, Iowa Citians in all age and income categories. A regard for 1 1 no + Ctryyf /.M OC 00 M i a v MM. Ti Ln rTj -0 rn �_. i M- C) M H. r 2 M M tO Y.> O� O y rt cj O - • - n r' 9 r op �' + r • CD _. V, N r O po+ + Off. r + r M a z r n _ Ln N r W p r o, 1�+ + T I' Cn V,. t,� M O r: r wCD O • O =;�. �, rte. np, c+ o`+ + r_n O V, . c .A r o Y � 7 r �r CD > N w ,1 , to t7i Cn' Oro t. , r kD 0.00 '1 O Cn V, V r0 fY CD r Ln vto r o cc-tAri p r, srt r,7 r r w r SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS "'he following is a summary of proposals presented to the Citizens' Steering Committee, numbered .in the same order as that found in thr 5 -year budget proposal. In each case, the title of the proposed project is followed by a designation of the proposing agency or individual, and by the date of the presentation or the letter, in which the proposal was made. For more detailed information about a given proposal, the read- er is referred to the written proposals -found in the In some ' Appendix. cases, details have been obtained separate from the written proposals —these are included in the summaries below. Finally, specific recommendations by the Committee will found in several of the be summaries. I. Human Needs Planner (Social Services Committee, Johnson County Regional Planning ' Commission, 11/25/74): The proposal is for the hiring of a Human Resources Staff Person, to con- duct a human needs analysis and develop a comprehensive plan to complement that being developed by tile` sis staff.-_Empha- will be on the development and coordinatioCity n of social services. The Committee sees coordination as one of the most important problems :in the social ' service area {Ve urge all levels Of government and private agencies to work_wi.th the Human Needs Planner toward a viable coordinating mechanism. The Planner might be hired by tileCityor-by-the Regional Planning Commission. Cost: $20,000 for ' one year. (See pro- posal for timetable of planning activities. 2•- United Way Information and Referral Service (United Way, 12/2 - is service ' sis its t e ommittee sempha-' on planning and coordination of social. serviced Is costwillbe $14,000 per year. The United Way also recommend- ed funding -of the Mayor's Youth, Employment, program, but it was agreed that this program would probably be ineligible Title I funds. under ' 3. "Skills Unliminted" Worksho C 12/9 enter - (Goodwill Industries - e proposa of the ca TsOr tte purchase and rcrnodeli.ng old "Me Too"_at 26 S. Van Buren.A description of the program's activities is included in the written ' proposal. The program is expected to be a -self-sufficient operation, -requir- ing no Title I funding beyond the first year. According to Pat Hanrahan, Director ' of United Way Planning Division, the Center could be owned by the City, with City responsibility for upkeep, or by Goodwill Industries. Cost: $60,000 for chase + $15,000 for remodeling. pur- 1 ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) - ' 4. River Corridor Hc_v�cl�o1'mc�nt Riverfront. Commis.;i.on, 12/2/74) The tots o ).), )a Ine]11(es partial funJin}: of the consul tant hired by the City to study';icctuisition and duvclupmcnt of park space l7-ong the Iowa River ($20,000 has been fundedhe by remainder the City, $29,000 will come from Title T funds). ($380,000) will go for purchaslans Jrawnfupnbyproperty tOtant. developed later according to p ' S. Parks and Recreation (Parks and Recreation Commission, 12/2 The of owing outline corresponds to the written ' comments of Sarah Fox, but includes only those projects being funded under the Committee's recommendation, and not funded under another proposal (as with the endorsement of a River Corridor Study). In many instances,_ cost details are derived ' from a subsequent memo from Gene Chubb, Director of Parks and Recreation '(which--is-attached to Ms. Fox's proposal). ' 1. Evaluation and Planning Studies 2 Recreation Study - Recreation and Park attitudes, uses, and needs Cost: $16,000. ' II. Acquisition and Development of Parks and Open Spaces 1. River Corridor Development Acquisition is funded ' - s proposal - in a previouDevelopment of the Mesquakie and Sturgis Ferry areas, and of East Ball Diamonds will cost 5205,000. cost 2. Hollywood Manor Area - Acquotal oof f will $101, 000. $50,000 and development '$51,000 - Total 3. Northeast Area - Acquisition will cost $70,000. and development $33,000. - Total of $103,000. ' TOTAL - $409,000. ' III.'` Development and Rehabilitation of Existing Facilities 1. Public Tree Planting Project - $30,000 per year - $150,000 Total ' 2. Neighborhood Park Improvements: for North Market Street, Happy Hollow, Reno Street, and College Hill s�lill ' Parks, including shelters, surfaces, app landscaping, etc. Total of $39, 3. City Park Improvements - While some sans for4,0model_00 is cilled for under the Brauer Report's p Park, the Committee has chosen to fund only requests designated by Sarah Fox on priority items. These and work include: $150,000 to complete roroundkrenovationoand bicycle paths; $45,000 for playg apparatus; $100,000 for pond stabilization; $8,000 forpray pool; $20,000 for 109 cabin rehabi.lota- a sTotion; and $50,000 for ramps and resurfacirsi! tal ' $373,000. 10 ' - (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) 4. Recreation Center Expansion - This includes all lot and creek hank, work exclusive of the parking tileFoxproposal. Total $182,500. as 1'i.sted--in S. Neighborhood Park Improvements (in addition to ' H2) - These are listed in the Chubb memo, and Brookland, Court Hill, Crandic, include work on Fairmeadows, liickory Hi11,,-Mercer,..,Villa and bandshell, an, ' Wi1Low Creek Parks. Funding of a facility are not ice rink and Westside tennis Funding for a-Westside recommended at this time. included in a separate proposal. Total pool is $270,000.' -- 6. Others - Camp Cardinal Acquisition calls for prior funding. ' study and is not included in tentative in a separate proposal (see Bikeways are funded capital investment plan proposal). - Removal handicappedbarriers IV. Architectural Barrier Removal andpersons or etter access y e er y included in Park ImprovemIiiss(Iand2 ' is Neighborhood and ITT-5 above), Cit Park Im rovementu(111-rther funding Recreation CenterExpansion(III-4). in a 'separate proposal. is contained V. Recreation Pro'rams and Services--The':ommitsuch sethes o t c opinion teat existing programs, Recreation Program, are not ' - After School Elementary eligible for Title I funds. TOTAL: ,$1,440,225. ' - Children and Fami1 Resource Center (Community Coordinated 6.iT e calls for construc- ' C1 Mid are, l l 4- proposal _Project Headstart (daycare tion of facilities to_house Communitt llawkeye,'Area y Visiting Nurses' Association, and Program (IIACAP). The cost is projected to be ,- Action $151,776. In addition, facilities for a'"Satellite" are proposed, at a daycare facility in a high--need arca The Committee believes that both cost of some $25,000.- the deserve funding; but asks that portions of proposal the expenditures be postponed until social services plan- first instance, a human ning`has been undertaken. In the needs analysis may show that the three-agencies are best possibly '- housed in some combination with other agencies, later discussion.-Of this in a Human Resources Center (see second instance, the rating (in the concept). In the Committee's; needs survey) of: daycare below neighborhood of "satellite" ' centers suggests the need for inclusion xizhin neigh" rhood centers which pro- - daycare £acilixiv3 recreational, and other services ' vide health, educational, Il ' (Summary of. Proposals (Con'd)) ' as well. Thus, the Committee encourages:the 4C's organization to work on the development of such neighborhood facilities in placeofisolated_ daycarefacilities. Both the Children and ' Family Resource Center and satellite facilities, then, require further study according to the concept of coordinated social services. We feel, however, that fundingori—Tr—enter ' should be allocated, pending the results of such study. Cost: $151,776. 7. Mark IV Neighborhood Center (Durk IV Social Service Center, ' 12/1 e proposal is -or a'facility to; provide daycare, library, recreational, and Breakfast Program services for children, as well as social activities space for adults. It ' - would serve the Mark IV, Hawkeye Apartments, and University Heights areas. -A revision of the written proposal includes facilities for 50 children and a total of 5,300 sq. ft. in- ' door and 2,500 sq. ft. outdoor space. Total cost will be �1�.p0 $14SOU plus the cost of land acquisition providing a total - estimated cost-of $13-07000. The Committee feels that this ' proposal fits the concept of neighborhood centers as described in our needs survey, and we therefore recommend immediate funding of the proposal. ' 8. Removal of Architectural Barriers: The need for coordina- ted planning to meet the neea_s_­5­f__eTTerly andhandicapped persons waspresentedat our December 11, 1974, public meeting ' by representatives of the Johnson County Committee for the Handicapped." It should be noted that the Parks andRecreation proposal described above includes considerable remedial action ' in making public recreation facilities accessible to the'elder- ly and the handicapped. The Committee recommends, in addition, specific attention to the needs of these persons in the devel- opment of evel-opment-of a-Comprehensive Plan, and coordinated pl-anning by ' the City staff working on the Comprehensive Plan, the Human Needs Planner hired under an above proposal, and the licologi- cal Barriers Subcommittee of the Johnson County Committee for ' the Handicapped. It is possible that a consultant will need to be hired to deal with the special problems of the Nandi- capped in public housing and recreational facilities. The Committee has discussed the possibility of adding an architect ' - to the City staff to deal with such problems.- To cover the cost of such planning and coordination, and to provide funds for remedial construction activities the Committee recommends the allocation of $20,000 for the first year. - 9.- Swimmin -Facili-ties 'Dick Buxton, 12/17/74 letter) - This ' proposa calls or aU1 subsidization by the City of construc- tion of swimming pools at the three high schools in Iowa City. The subsidization would open up use of these facilities to the ' public. The cost of each pool, according to Gene Chubb, will be about $500,000; and the-City's share would therefore be '` 12 1 ' Proposals (Con,d)) pools (Summary of trop that two new 1 r•ommittcc hopes °f rnblic swim 000; -per -pool The the availability recommended. $250, increase 500,(10 -is therefore _for the ' would sufficicntlYx total of $.defeat of a bond issue ming faciliti.cs. recent tho ability of the school ' HowcveT> in view °f tfaci-1 sties' must Uc demonstrated such we recommend ' construction Of 500 °f funds. As a result assage of the costs district to.meet sof Title 1 ed, pending P before commit enthe proposal be delay ' that funding Ralston another referendum' rOvemcnts_(The Pro - and Sewer 'm Creek Flood _a_ 74 ,letter 10. Ralston oo ssoc�ations, l 1 to analyze tCreek, Creek eig Or a consultanalong Ralsfo alle- posal calls for the hiring OOf residents and sewer problems term measures flooding both short and long COordinatiO❑ of This will require Soil Conservation Sur - and to recommend cd by sur- viating these problems. data develop well .as the with 1. of $50,000 independent study Corps of Engineers)-asThe allocation addition, Service _and the U.S'iled to date.- data comp is recommende300�OP0 to cover Vey of all sis and planning dredging for such analy the allOcatl as downstream problem the Committee recommends including p short-term mcasurof obstacles (k Neighborhood the _costs Of - and rem. the Ralston 000. thorough cicanlnb $350, bridges), as recommended Total cost: Prop purchase of 1 Associations' proposal. A proposal ...or P found in Citizens' Center Close bIansi.on is 11. Senior vl6 Board of Supervisors (12/ remo c the cost of roof equipment an the Johnson County 000; from established 114, a letterfromcontact has remodeling at $64,300. 12/74). air and interior is maylVeot and foundation_TeP heat and air conditioning hafun that commitment of su the COS t of central the..facilit)'•a sur- `- believes location oostp°Red until The Committee the size anddingbe p -O osal be justified by that funded in a separate P p therefore, allocation recommend, citizens' needs ( recommended 1over vey of senior $175,000 is the this should work 0_ is completed. and third years: renovation below) of the second and additional ending uPon ' in each of such remodeling facility deP proposal for a the cost citizens' A general from. - new senior citizens. letter the cost Of a elderly. contained in a that senor the needs Of our center is believes 'PartOf°f 12/30/74)• The Committee new senior citizens' ht also be decen�2a000eshould as d Robert-1Velsh citizens' facilities might the meantime, the Close Mansion, centers. following for the neighborhood enjoy that faciltCSl�$700)> allocated for Purchase of the 300), dray our senior citizens mool table ( 5125) and so that azines ($125 PO 2 card tables short run: mag 100), radio ($50), lamps 5100)• craft supplies_( 500) and reading C),a i rs , color TV ($ ' 13 1 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) ' 12. Comprehensive and Human Needs Planning A. Comprehensive Plan: The City has requested $130,000 ' for a 2 year study to develop a comprehensive plan for controlled growth of the community. The written out- line of the proposed Comprehensive Plan Program contains such elements ' -as,population, economic base, environmental resources, land use, transportation, housing, parks and' recreation and open space, community facilities. -`This Committee ' recommends maximum cooperation between City staff and the County .Johnson Regional Planning Commis - Sion in developing a comprehensive plan. The creation-- - - of a jointcommittee to.oversee-the development of the is healthy ' plan a beginning. In addition', our recom- mendation of the hiring of a separate Human Needs Planner (above) suggests the importance which this ' Committee places upon social services planning and - coordination. Other areas of concern which have been brought to the Committee's attention include health care, especially for the poor and the elderly, and ' preservation of historic resources (see 12/4 letter from Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, 12/13 letter from Adrian Anderson and 1/3/75 letter from Mr. Anderson).. Both deserve marked emphasis in the devel- opment of a comprehensive plan: B. In addition to the Recreation, Riverfront, Ralston ' Creek/Sewer and Architectural Barriers studies des- cribed above, several special studies deserve funding. These include: (1) Senior Citizens' Needs Survey: As described in the discussion of the Senior Citizens' Center. This might involve the hiring of a consultant ' and/or coordinated investigation' by concerned community and County organizations. Cost: $12,500. (2) Library Study: This was proposed in a letter from ' the Board of Trustees of the Iowa City Public Li- brary (12/9/74). It would involve a survey of com- munity informational, recreational, and education needs. The projected cost of such a survey and ' program' planning be a consultant is $20,000. (3) Community Coordinated Child Care Program Develop- ment: A request for some $3,000 for short-term hiring of a consultant is included in the 4C's proposal. Such planning can precede a decision on ' construction of specific facilities. The hiring of a consultant might not be needed if specific atten- tion can be given to daycare needs by the City staff or human needs planner. ' (4) Public Safety Headquarters Study: This is listed in the City's Capital Investments Plan for fiscal year 1977, at a -cost to the City of $25,000. In 14 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) general, the Committee hopes that augmented City staff and a human needs planner will be able to undertake some of these studies, thereby precluding the hiring ' of consultants. - 13. Cable Television(Robert Welsh, 12/30/74) --The proposal is for Broadband ommunications System under public ownership, ' $150,000 per year over 3 years will provide a 25% down pay- ment for installation of_a cable system on a turnkey basis and ' - would cover the operational deficit which such a system incurs in its first two years. The system would be expected to oper- ate at a profit by the third year. The Committee stands ready to recommend the allocation of $450,000 as requested provided ' that sufficient public support for such a system is demonstra- ted. Therefore, the _Committee recommends postponement of funding until the second year, contingent upon demonstrated ' public interest. 14. Urban Redevelo Tent 'Capital Improvements Plan) - The City ' staff as requeste ,000_per year for the hiring of addi- tional staff for code enforcement. In addition, Dick Wollmers- hauser, Senior Planner - Community Development) has advised the - Committee that $100,000 initial outlay should be sufficient to begin a program of low interest loans to homeowners and - landlords. The Committee recommends $100,000 per year for loans and grants toward housing rehabilitation, barrier removal and remedying of private sewer hookups. Such a Housing Rehabilita- tion Loan Program could be administered by a -City or County Commission (the Committee recommends investigation of both possibilities). 15. Amenities (C.I.P.) - The term refers to the cost of trees, sculptures, parkways, etc., in the Urban Renewal area. -$258,000 ' of Urban Renewal funds remain available for this purpose, and the City—staff-has not yet determined how much additional money will be required for amenities. In addition, there was a lack of public interest as reflected in the needs survey. Therefore, the Committee has budgeted no -=funds under this category. ' 16. plass Transit (C.I.P.) — The Capital Investments Plan calls for t e expenditure of --$131,400 as the City's share of a Federal matching program. This will go for purchase of buses, bus -shel- ters, bus stop signs, and communications equipment. Given the ' high standing of mass transit in the Committee's needs survey, the Committee recommends expanded transportation service (inclu- ding subsidizing of S.E.A.T.S), additional expenditures for equipment acquisition would be given high priority. 77. Fi.re Truck Ac,uis:itcon (C.T.P.) - The Capital Investments jacl.u7cs�5"G2;.,)b for pur },a c of fj.rr; trucks in tfgcr,J year 1977, 1 ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'cl)) 18. River Corridor Trunk Sewer (C.I.P.) - The City is currently involve in pro! iminary stt�ies of the problem :is required be- fore federal funds can be made available :from the Environmental Protection Agency., If funding is approved for both the treat- ment plant and the trunklinc,_the City need provide only 25% of the cost of improvements.- This would be some $700,000. ' Whether additional funds will be needed (as in failure of the EPA to approve the entire project) is not known at. this time. ' Richard Plastino, Public Works Director, has advised the Com- mittee that study of_the sewer will help to determine _trunk the nature of sewer problems along Ralston Creek; that EPA funds may be available for a detailed analysis of those prob- lems, and that the City's share of matching funds for a de- tailed study can come from sources other :than the Community Development Act. 19. IowaCite Ihiman Relations Commissi.on.(12/26/74 letter) - The proposa ism or an expansion oT commission activity in dealing with discrimination of jobs, housing, and public ' accommodations. The written proposal includes the hiring of two law students part-time, a part-time researcher, and a full time secretary for six months. Their tasks would include ' establishing a reference library, updating City ordinances, researching legal guidelines, writing informational booklets, and initiating community educationworkshops.' Also included are the costs of equipment and materials, and the cost of ' sending the 9 Commissioners to a National Training Program. Total: $18,755. ' 20. Rape Prevention and Crisis Center (Women's' Resource and Action Center, I 30 TT) -e proposed roposed Center would offer a 24-hour rape crisis line, training of _rape victim advocates;, ' the services of a counselor, and a night-time, escort service for women. It would also distribute informational pamphlets, build a library of resource materials, research `the rape ' problem, speak to community groups, and provide self-defense traininand sex therapy groups. The written proposal re- quests 12,3347.60 for equipment, $13,200 for staffing, and $960 for _operating costs. The total of $26,497.60 does not ' include the cost of rental space, but rent is not an eligible Title I expense. Hopefully,' the Center could receive "Univer- sity _funding 'for this expense. The total, then, is $26,500 ' for the first year, and (assuming the need for continued staff and operating costs) $14,150 for each of the following years. J PROPOSED ALLOCATIONS The chart that follows presents the proposed allocation of Community Development funds over the five-year tenure of the Ilousing and Cnmmuni.ty Development Act of 1974. Iowa City's total Title I`funds are $8,239,998 = $2,060,600 each of the first three years, two-thirds that amount ($1,373,332) the fourth year, and one-third of the amount ($686,666) the fifth year. These 'amounts appear on the bottom line of the chart. ' The total expenditures proposed to date appear near the bottom of each year's column, and this figure; is in each case followed in the line belowitby the total funds unaccounted for to date. The two lines ('total Proposed and Total Discretionary) add up to the total available Title I funds for that year. The column to the farrightrepresents the five-year totals in each category. Funding of a project in consecutive years has been proposed -those only for projects which clearly demand ongoing funding -- ' (e.g. N2 - Information and Referral Center) or for _those proposals which request specific amounts over several. years (e.g. #13 - Cable Television). 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G L r Ul LO L L-1 l S G O C» G r o o • rj.J+r rJ\ G -, -- - to fo [ J r• !l r J f [J Jl O ~ Jl -.,9 }• Vi -- - ID JI O G 1 ' Chart Con'd) (Budget ' * Items H21-22-23 represent lump sum allocations for areas in which no proposal has yet been received. Each is briefly described below. - "21-- RECYCLING; Solid waste recycling ranked fairly high. Seventh in the community needs survey. A letter from the, Iowa Student Public Interest -Research-Group-(ISPIRG) ' Recycling Committee (12/12/74) calls attention to long- range needs for regional recycling of solid waste re- sources. Specific recommendations are expected during the first year of the Community Deavelopment Act. H22 - HUMAN RESOURCES CENTER: While this concept did not ' fare all too well in the needs survey (Tenth), it combines emphases placed elsewhere in this report upon planning and coordination; senior citizens' services; and neighborhood centers. The concept ' applies to the housing of social service agencies (e.g. 4C's, Visiting Nurses Association, United Way) within a single facility and consequently providing some coordinated administration of the agencies. Both single location and coherent information and re-ferral would benefit those who utilize such agencies. The Committee foresees the centrally located agencies offering ' human needs services in each of the neighborhood centers - that we hope will be developed in Iowa City. For example, the Visiting Nurses' Association might have scheduled days at each of the neighborhood facilities, perhaps with an equipped examination room in each center. In short, centrally coordinated services delivered to ' our citizens is the goal`. H23 - ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS: The City staff has requested fund- ' ing for additional staff to oversee the administration of Community Development money. The Committee recommends $50,000 for the first year, as per the request of Jack Klaus, but hopes that administrative costs can be mini- ' mized by the use of citizen committees. (as in supervision of a housing rehabilitation loan program) and other new City staff (e.g. The Comprehensive Planning Personnel or ' new housing code enforcement personnel). 1 19 - 1 ' Puture Directions of the Committee (A Summary of Discussions) On January 8th the thoughts of the Steering Committee turned to the question of its future role in the Community.- Our ' discussions centered around two general areas; the continuing structure and function of the committee. It was quickly decided the committee had an important place in the community and should continue. The steering committee further believed it should make an effort to seek out a minority _. and handicappedrepresentativeto restore our committee to eleven members.- The committee felt after completing the ' February phase the committee need not meet so frequently. Two to three times a -month was thought to be adequate. In that same vein, the committee thought it important that the chair- person -receive copies of the City Council agenda, and that at appropriate times representatives of the committee appear at the Council meetings. The Committee stressed its desire to remain in an active role of increasing citizen participation through receiving propo- sals and conducting issue=oriented'and neighborhood meetings. ' There was a common feeling among the members of the Committee - ' that true citizen participation has not, been achieved. Invol- ving as many citizensaspossible in issues affecting them will require the effort of: both committee members and inter- ested volunteers in sponsoring informational and feedback ' meetings in the community. The committee feels it is in a position to assist in the coordination of various agenciesinthe community. It was ' also mentioned that public meetings would provide an excel- lent opportunity to expose citizens to various community ' groups. The Committee further felt very committed to the notion of planning and would like to assist if appropriate, the City," University and Johnson County Regional Planning Commission in planning for future needs of the community. In assessing needs the committee felt that health, care, would ' be an emerging need and could be developed on a neighborhood basis, incorporated in a total city plan. ' To summarize, the committee felt there, was a need in Iowa City for a strong citizens committee and -that we felt we were committed to seeking out the needs of the community and to ' translate those needs into workable programs. ' 20 1 '- CONCLUSION ' In conclusion, the the concept Of citizen Committee feels that we have shown that of local government. participation can be a working part 'rhe Committee would Council for their again like to thank the City staff and aid and cooperation: during this process. ' Submitted by The Citizens' Steering Committee - , for the Housing and Community Development Act Horace Amidon Harry Baum ' Ira 'Bolnick ' Claudia Dalrymple Sharan Matson �. Debbie McCall Dan Rogers` Thea Sando Wetherill Winder 1 1 : 1 21 CORRESPONDENCE CDA SteeringCommittee 11/1 Ilene Greenwood (Comm. Cord. Child Ca 4C Daycare Subcommittee urges child care within Comprehensive plan r 11/3 Clark & Betty Mighell (225 Koaer) -Ralston Creek: dredge concrete walls, proper care ' 11/21 Riverfront Commission --endorses-Comprehensive Plan -L 12/2 Jay Honohan (Johnson County Bar Association) -Future recommendations may be forthcoming from the Association -Recommends general planning prior to specific expenditure, ' Suggests; opinion of City Attorney re: eligibiliOflm ssstransit expenditures under Section 570.201(a)(4)Of ' ._.12/4 - Advisory Council on -Historic -Preservation - -Mayor must give consideration to historic resources: (1) contact State Historic Preservation Officer (Mr. Adrian Anderson, Planner, State Conser- vation Commission, B-13 MacLean Hall, Iowa City, I Register owa 52242) (2) Check Federal 12/6 Byron Ross (Chamber of Commerce) ' -(1) Mas Transit (2) Urban Redevelopment (3) Ralston Creek (4) Housing 12/6 Rochelle Tullis ' Emma Goldman Clinic for Women strongly endorses Health Care Services at Mark IV and for senior citizens 12/7 A. C. Farwald (A.-A.R.P.) -(1) strengthen Housing Commission; Rehabilitation-- ' (2) COMP. Plan, coord. (w/ Reg. Plan'g,,Human Resources Center, County Services, United Way) (3) Senior Citizen's Needs Survey (4). Architectural barriers - -- ' 12/7 League of Women Voters (1) 'imp. Plan. - emphasis on human needs ' _.(2) Mass. Transit (3) Parks & Open Spaces, esp. riverfront (4) Housing (low income, elderly & Handicapped), code enforcement, rehabilitation '.. -. (5) flood control (6) Sewage disposal (7) Child care -preschool; lunch & afternoon school-age; drop-in da care for all (sliding scale) ytime 12/9 Board of Trustees, Iowa City Public Library ' Survey of community informational, recreational, educational needs (as part of Comp, human needs plan)= professional -consultant advice Desire to be part of Neighborhood'Center -(Mark IV) ' 12/9 Esther Romine & Ruth Davis (711 Rundell) -Cleaning of Ralston Creek (+) _ 12/9 Site Council Dec. 9 meeting - -Mass transit (lOC bus fare for elderly) (free parking for elderly in unmetered City lots)(shelters s benches) Development of both sides of Riv -Improvement of Senior Citizer`into park from City Park to Sewer plant en building, development of Senior Center 12/9 John Harper (Citizen's for a Better Iowa City) Top 3 priorities: (1) Mass Transit (2) Low Income Housing (3) Resolution of Ralston Creek Problem -Also, (4) Comp. Plan (5) Use of schools after hours ' 12/9 Della Grizel (530 Sheridan) Correct Sewage Backup in S.E. Iowa City (not part of Ralston Creek ' problem, but result of illegal connections to sewer system) 12/9 Jean Spector Volunteer Service Bureau ' -Use of schools after hours / Old Post Office or similar community agencies center 12/10 Nancy Seiberling (Project GREEN) (Comp. Planning, to include: urban development, trunk sewers, open spaces` and, natural' resources, historic site preservation, recreational o beautification pPortunities, ' Expanded trunk sewer system-/ Acquisition of land along Ralston Creek (Green Belt, flood control measure) / Acquisition of land along 'Iowa _River ,/ Development. of parks and openspaces ' Strengthening of City's planning staff 12/11 Marilyn Blake (AFSCME) ' -Mass Transit / Senior Citizen's Center with Medical facilities 12/11 United Way Planning -Division -Advance. Planning Money, especially. for HUMAN NEEDS PLANNER 12/11 Fredine Branson (Housing Commission) -Rehabilitation of housing with provision for home ownership Transportation usablebyelderly and handicapped -Under Title II, additional units for elderly and low -rent housing ' 12/11 Human Relations Commission -Proposal forthcoming 12/12 Sue Futrell (ISPIRGRecycling _.Committee) ' -solid waste resource recovery not urgently needed, but need to work toward (1) collection oflass and metal 4 (2) treatment of same (3) estab- lishment of regional recycling system.. ' -Specific recommendations forthcoming in a few months 12/12 Richard Bartel (Johnson County Board of Supervisors) ' (1) 'Senior Citizens' Center is well established, but needs pool table, games, craft supplies, books, magazine subscriptions, window drapes (2) `Close Mansion should be restored, but after repairs and remodeling,... ' including: roof replac�nt, foundation repairs ce.-itrai and some interior remodeling (3) Recommend low cost daycare centers located throughout City (4) Preserve Donnelly's "as a fine old Irish bar" . 1. -3- • • 12/13 Adrian Anderson (State Historic Preservation officer); Title I gives opportunity to develop preservation plan for the ' community's historic resources - (This letter was sent prior, to, the Committee's contacting Mr.Anderson) ' 12/17 Dick Buxton (supplement to presentation at public meeting) -city,should offer to share in construction of swimming facilities at City, West, Regina High Schools, providing health and recreational ' facilities for all Iowa Citians. The offer should be for (e.g.) 50%, of the costs, with a maximum (e.g.) of $175,000/year for 3 years, as the City's share for each of the pools. < ' 12/18 James Harrissals concerning -Planning money should be earmarked for study and propo housing for those whose needs_ are not met by the private real estate ' market. These should include: (1) Evaluation of low and moderate income housing needs;. (2) Evaluation of spatial distribution of..housing, with effort to ' increase housing in central city --with local version of write down, use of eminent domain; (3) Use of Section 8 (H&CD ACT) for investigation independent of Housing Commission and City staff, in order to formulate citizen ' position; (4) Use of other federal subsidy programs (e.g., 202,236); (5) Investigation` of needs of married students and -of University's ' policy framework, with promotion of downtown married student housing; (6) Use of social services related to housing .needs, delineation of - newservices- to answer: unmet needs; (7) Evaluation of feasibility of public assistance in housing re- habilitation. ' 12/18 Ralston Creek Neighborhood Association -Urge hiring of consultant for comprehensive Ralston Creek watershed ' management plan,.to include interim and long-term solutions to flood- ing and sewer problems Emphasis upon interim measures to be studied and impelmented as soon as possible (e.g., dredging of accumulated sediment is desirable, ' - should be quickly studied and implemented) -Ralston Creek Coordinating Committee should share the responsibility fconsultant, interviewing applicants, or formulating job description for ' and making recommendations to City Council 12/26 IOWA CITY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION --equal employment opportunity, access to public accommodations and housingneed for HRC processes complaints, informs and educates community; planning Send commissioners ' --PROJECTS: (1) Establish reference library (2 ) 4 .Draft to national training program (3) Update local ordinances ( ) city ordinance, on affirmative action (5) Research federal, state, model guidelines (6) Write informational booklets '(7) Plan and implement community workshops --COSTS: (a) 2 law students 1/2 time for 6 mos. (for Projects #43,4,5) ='$4,600 ' (b) 1 researcher 1/2 time for 6 mos. (for Projects N1,6,7). $2,000 11 _ ' -q • • (c) 1 secretary full time-for 6 mos.-= $4,370 ' (d) -Reference materials, training films, office equipment and supplies, distribution of materials, telephone/travel, facilities rental (for workshops) _ $5,535 (e)_ National training program for 9 commissioners $2,25.0 ' .TOTAL: $18,755 - --Enclosures: (1) Description of Human Relations Coordinator position ' (2) Sample Agenda for NH Training Conference ' - 12/27 WOMEN'S RESOURCE & ACTION CENTER --RAPE PREVENTION AND -CRISIS -CENTER: Crisis line, training of victim advocates, hiring of counselor, escort service (2 radio dispatched cars), ' distribution of information pamphlets, resource library, self-defense training, rape research, sexual therapy groups, regional conference --Need about 1,000 sq. ft. of rental space = 1 ' Equipment costs (include radios, cars, office equipment, gym mats) _ $12,347.60 Staff: 1/2 time coordinator, 1/2 time counselor, 1/2 time secretary, self-defense instruction coordinator, part-time research assistant (9 mos.) _ $13,200 Operating costs: $950 $26,497.60 + RENTfor -first year = about $30,500 - ..Total: $14,150.00 + RENT for following years = about $72,600 (4 yrs.) $103,100.00 ' --Enclosures: (1) Job description: Coordinator - - - (2) Sample training for rape victim advocates - ' -12/27 HORACE AMIDON (830 N. ,Dodge) --Recommends (1) Rebuilding of west side sewer, (2) Corrective measures ' along Ralston Creek (land acquisition and/or runoff control measures; =disconnecting of downspouts from sewers and, possibly, disconnecting underground drainagesystemsfrom sanitary sewer mains), (3)_Aid to Goodwill in acquiring old "Me Too", .(4) Comprehensive study of river ' corridor ' 12/30 Robert Welsh (First Christian Church) --Need for intermediate health care facilities --Proposal for Broadband Communications System under public ownership ' $150,000 /yr. for 3 years would provide 25% down payment for installa- tion of cable system on turnkey basis and would cover operational deficit for first two years of operation ' Additional $150,000 in first or second year would accelerate development TOTAL: $450,000 (minimum) --Proposal for Senior Citizen's Center in Old Post Office (with adjacent housing for the elderly and handicapped) Purchase of site and rehabilitation of building; Leasing of adjacent ' space to non-profit corporation for construction of barrier-free living unit The Center could house community facilities and services as well as ' educational and service agendas geared to needs of elderly I I - THE SURVEY At the November 25 meeting of the PermanentSteering Committee ' the issue of surveying the community Came to the forefront. The COmmittee members reiterated their strong belief that to get a _felling of what Iowa Citians believe are urgent needs in terms Of community development an attempt must be made to reach those citizens who do not participate in organizational functions or,are -_not -likely to express their personal 'views in a'public meeting. A random ' a feasible way of obtaining thsample survey was suggested as able.is input within the time avail - The The director of Community Relations for Iowa City expressed her feeling that a random sample survey of individuals was an impossibil ty given the limited time available, and that such a survey would only duplicate the survey proposedunder_ ' the city's comprehensive plan. However, members of the Committee pointed out again that thissurvey was necessary to obtain input from individual citizens as part of the ' process of determining the communi.ty development needs of Iowa City, one of the responsibilities -with which the Com- mittee was charged. Also, despite the time limit of one ' month within which the survey would have to be initiated, carried out, and concluded, including analysis, a reasonable indication could be obtained based on a valid random sample. ' Thus, it was decided unanimous) to City Council for $150 to Y Proceed by asking the recognized that is for survey expenses. It was - the key given this'small allotment., the surveying, y -punching; the computer programming, and the survey analysis would have to be done on a volunteer basis. ' The City Council endorsed the need for this random sample_ survey by granting $500 to the Permanent— Steering Committee for survey expenses over the objections of the acting City ' Manager and other city staff members as well as one member Of the Council who said: I'm wondering whether the steering committee ' has a real handle on the scope of their job, because as I look over the members of the steering committee, this is qir_initial ven- ture into city government .. 23 See Appendix p, "Minutes, CitizensSteeringCommittee November 25, 1974 24 The Daily Iowan, November 27, 1974.— Sec Appendix ' (The Survey - Page II) The survey coordinator, Sheran Matson, utilized the vast re-" sources of the University of Iowa in selecting_ the method of choosing the random sample, in obtaining an applicablei computer program as well as obtaining the "computer services necessary for data analysis. Dr. Leon Burmeister, a -professor in the Department of Preven- tive Medicine and Environmental Health and an instructor in sampling theory ' as well as survey technique, provided the _practical methodology for obtaining a_random sample strati- fied according -to income. Because Iowa City is not 'classi- ' fied as an SMSA, census data in -terms of income breakdown is limited. The city planning department has income breakdown only in terms of the census enumeration districts each of which includes several city blocks. Thus, there is no block - by -block -breakdown by income strata. Therefore an alterna- tive sampling method which included a block -by -block breakdown was needed. ' It was here that Dr. Burmeister provided valuable input. He proposed using a Johnson County Health Department breakdown of Iowa City on a block -by -block basis according to housing condition. Granted housing condition is not the best indica- tor of income status, but Dr. Burmeister felt it was a valid indicator ' and the data was available immediately, an essential factor in this case. Using the housing conditions as an indicator of income status, ' a stratified random sample was chosen based on a three percent sample of the total households in Iowa City. This three per- cent sample was sufficient to obtain a valid sample of Iowa City for our ' purposes according to Dr. Burmeister. The sample was to be stratified according to high,middle and low income households. ' Blocks within each of the five different housing condition' breakdowns were numbered consecutively and the number of blocks needed within each strata based on fifteen households per block ' were selected with the aid of a random number table. The -num- ber of blocks; needed within each strata of housing conditions was determined by the percentage _of eachstrata presentwithin' the total community. In other words, the percentages used in the survey sample matched the percentages within the total community. A total of 400 households was needed for a three ' percent sample, so 500 households'were picked for surveying on the basis of thirty-three and one half blocks with fifteen households per block.' Thus, a margin of 100 was allowed for questionnaire invalidity'failure to obtain '15 interviews on t- the part of each interviewer, and other common survey problems. 1 1 • • 1 THE QUI:STIONNAIRE25 tThe questionnaire itself was designed to be short and yet obtain the information necessary for our purposes. Thussix demographic questions were included which would allow tha cross tabulation which might point out the preferences of various groups in Iowa City based on age, income, number of persons in the household26 total number of years in 'residence in Iowa City, and whether the respondent was a homeowner or renter. Under the income breakdowns, one breaking 'point was chosen as $7,750, which is 80% of the median income for Iowa City. This breaking point was important ,because _the Act defines the target groups under this legislation, the low and moderate income families, as earning less than 80% of the city's median income based on the 1970 1 census. Eighty percent of Iowa City's me- dian family income is $7,750. The second page of the questionnaire was a list of thirteen community development needs which have emerged as important to either organizations, the city itself, of individuals. ,They were meant to cover the eligible activities under the legisla- tion,_and were agreed upon by all members of the -Permanent- Steering Committee - as constituting -as fair a representation of needs as could be determined at that time. ' The last question on the first page was included in order to pick up on individual perceptions of community development needs not included in list our of thirteen and inorder to provide some flexibilityinanswers while still maintaining an instrument 'would 'read which - lend itself to analysis. A pretest was completed on the survey instrument prior to the beginning of the ' actual survey. Analysis of the results showed the questionnaire to be very capable of giving the results wanted with one exception. The explanation of conprehensive ' the plan, one of the thirteen items to be rank ordered, was found to be too vague to the pretest respondents. This was determined by.the lack of any consistency in ranking this item with the other thir- teen. So the short explanation in parentheses was changed on the final questionnaire prior to its implementation in the city-wide survey. Th I survey was completed the weekend of December l3, 'and analysis is scheduled to be finished by January 6, The Committee is very_; Optimistic that this approach to citizen participation, that of eliciting the feelings of the citizen who normally is not heard from, will prove very useful in this endeavor as well as those yet to come. UNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS • CODE NO ' the Iowa City Steering Com,gittee for the I'm .helping are reaentative sam- Hi, Z'm� . Development Act to survey reel are Iowa ' & community I,wauld like to pleeof Iowa City's residents to find out what YOU as a resident of City's most urgent community development needs. City's few minutes with you to find out What needs. ' Ispend owa_City, think are our city's most pressing ' DEMOGRAPHIC' No. of pons in household— Age composition of household, 0-5 c"-sons —6-10- —11-17 16-25 26-35 36-50 —6 -61 ' - Total annual household income: Age of Respondent,, 18-25 9000-7p999 26-35 under 3,000 —Y1000-14999 36-50 —3000-4999 --^15000-24999 51-61 ---5000-7750 --725000+ - 61+ _7751-8999 ' Renter Homeowner Iowa City ears of residence in Z it development needs ' Total number of y possible comms Y ttee. Here is a list of 13 p rs of t� Steering C RANK ORDERING OF NE ED6: the city itself or members rtant firstand by 1 ave -e ermined by importance with the most impo lease put a "1" ' Would you rank them in order offr Is y ourur.opynion we want ... p Mor least important last?...Reme ant; a "2" b" the nedd YouT eel second time eIim.not in Take your time, the need you feel trostthhe need you feel least Jqvus.- a to put your list with ending with a 13'T�y important to us. We are to 8 what residents ' any hurry, and Your list is very � rveyp and use them to determine will help deter-.. the others we get Iowa C this needs- The results of this survey mII itY Development themselves' feel are Iowa City it share of theHousing .these 13 items startin g mine what Iowa City will spend the lease rank take your time. /act funds: on for the next three years...So, p feel most important, and rank all 13 of-them... o this sheet) with the one Y°1' o - rit:but leave it attar eh�� ' (Hand the list to resp AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIIAAAA . in terms of facilities or Finally, luded velop�nt needsou feel are important to are there any other common Y- our list Which y services which have not been inc Iowa City? No If yes, what?I'll on to Items You e ' Yes t is these rank in re a it Where would` / MiANK YOU FOR YOUR TINE. • PARD$ PLAYC,IiOUNDS Pr. OTHER kECRI:'A'PIONgL ACTIVITIES (such a3 acquisition & of existingdevelopmen­to new ark land, rehabilitation` parks & playgrounds, bikeways S[iW14R IMPROVEMENTS rebu ld Iowa [over Corridor sewers) sewers and build additional trunk Co P ff-EN IVE PL N FO CO nc udee extene ve stud �uz eslandTY DEVEL transportation p NT & HUMAN RESOURCES ' fcr Iowa City inoulation g p ann n such areas.as housing applying for fede al funds & decision making)-necessary rst step HOUSING CODE ENFORCEMENT & HOUSING REHABILITATION expansion of current code enforcement activit es & provision of loans to landlords & homeowners for bringing house in ' g g 'nP up to code) ,. REMOVAL OF -ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS WH CAPPED & SENIOR-CITIZ NS Ir'H RESTRICT MOBILITY OF HANDI ' proves on of ramps, wider doors, & elevators in public buildings) AMENITIES TO CU,RRE ' such as RBAN REDEVELOP ENT pedestr an ways, malls, open spaces, trees) NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER construction so facility & provision of services such as da care health care, social services recreatOf services s , & any other services which the Y '. particular neighborhood needs) MATCHING FUNDS FOR MASS TRANSIT PROCR S such as bus acqu s t on, bus stat on '• ,;shelters, atop signs) RALSTON CREEK ' acqu a tion of undeveloped land & flood control) DAY CARE a truction or acquisition o grams) f facilities & provision of,pro- SENIOR CITIZENS'SERVICES ' const nee�Ttds - orSer acquisition of facility or facilities to provide human needs services & a recreation facility) HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATION CENTER acquisition of construct on of of,ag acility to coordinate services , encies in the `area of 'human needs &;to act as a central information center) -- Mr)nrRNIZA ION OF CUR E T OLID WqS p O SY TEM TO NCL E R E� rr.L7NG 1 ' APPENDIX 4 The WRITTEN PROPOSALS 11Sted below are on file in the office of the Director of Community Relations, Iowa City 1. Nov. 11, Outline of Proposed Comprehensive Plan Program 2. Nov. 18, Memorandum on Capital Investments Plan s'. Nov. 25, from Social Services Committee, Johnson 1 4. County Regional Planning Committee Dec. 2, from Pat Hanrahan Executive Director, United Way ' 5. Dec. 2, Mary Newhauser, Chairperson, Riverfront,- Commission_- ' 6. Dec. 2, Sarah Fox, Chairperson, Parks and Recreation Commission ' 7. "Cost Estimates Related to Presentation by: SarRecreation. Eugene Chubb, Director of Parks and Recreation. 8. Dec. 9, GoodwillIndustries of Southeast Iowa ' 9. Dec. 11, Community Coordinated Child Care (4C's) 10. Dec. 11, Mark TV Social Service Center ' 11. Dec. 17, Dick Buxton 12. Dec. 18, Ralston Creek Neighborhood Associations ' - 13. Dec. 26, Iowa City Human Relations Commission ' 74. Dec. 30, Women's Resource and Action Center 15. Dec. 30, First Christian Church i discuss potential public uses of the old post office building.' During the meeting, the committee reviewed various reports and correspondence on the subject and from these discussions two primary uses emerged. These are: Cl) the use of the buildina as -a central location for certain quasi -public agencies, and (2) the potential use of the building as a cultural center. In addition to -the -January 10 meeting, committee members also discussed the matter with several other groups (e.g., the Social Services Committee of the Regional Planning Commission, and a`special meeting convened on January 15 of individuals concerned with the use of the building for a cultural center). The committee also requested staff assistance from the Regional Planning Commission to apprise the members of the results of the space survey of various public and quasi -public agencies -in_ Iowa City and Johnson County. The results of these meetings and discussions were reviewed by the ad-hoc committee on January 17,-1975._ At this meeting the committee decided to prepare a report outlining their activities and to forward recommendations to the Iowa City City Council. L COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS The Ad -Hoc Committee on Potential Uses for the Old Post Office Building respectfully requests that the Iowa City City Council give consideration to the following recommendations: It is the consensus of this committee that Ionia City has a responsibility to thoroughly investigate potential public uses for the old post office building, prior to marketing Of the building to private interests. potential value of the building to the The City - community is ,underscored by considerations such as: 'The historical value of the building The advantageous central location, which is proximate to other public buildings and the mass transit routes _'The considerable expressed interest of various groups and agencies building utilizing the In conjunction with the above recommendation W ould also like to . the committee suggest the City Council take immediate actions to assess the feasibility Of purchasing the building for public uses. The recommended actions are outlined in the final section Of this report entitled "Suggested Procedures." 2 PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION The primary objective of the ad-hoc committee has been to identify various potential uses fortheold post office. The committee, in reviewing serveral alternatives has selected two' primary uses as the highest priority._ These are: I. The use of the building for certain quasi -public agencies 2. The use of the building as a civic cultural center Quasi -public Agency Uses The use of the building by various quasi -public agencies involves two distinct concepts: (1) the use as a social services center, and (2) the use by various office -type agencies. In both of the examples above, the primary objective is to provide a -central location for agencies which require space in the vicinity of the Central Business District area. Additionally, the centrali- zation of related agencies is expected to provide greater convenience to the public and greater coordination between related functions. Listed below are the two quasi -public uses as discussed above and the approximate space requirements. (Social Services Sq. Ft. Desirability Adjacency Center Concept)_ Requirement Central Loca- Benefits tion H.A.C.A.P. 650 _ x Visiting Nurses Assoc. Well -Child -Clinic 1,412 ,e Red Cross 1,100 x 600 ,Dept. of Social Services 10,500 a k Community Mental Health' Youth Services Agencies 2,595 R . g 6,000 a � Area Agency on Aging 300 a Problem Drinking Center 1,934 +e a Iowa Employment.Security 2,500 x TOTAL 27,591 3 8q. Ft. Desirability -Adjacency (Quasi -Public Offices Requirement Central Loca- Benefits Center Concept) tion Hawkeye Legal Aid 2,295 • +� United Way — 1,500 JCRPC 39044 ECIARPC 432 Chamber of Commerce 2,800 Public _Meeting Rooms 1,900 Systems Unlimited 2,000 Board of 'Education 15,000 County `Depts. (temporary)' 4,000 TOTAL 320971 Cultural Center "Basically this alternative envisions the use of the building for art workshops, theatre groups, children's museum, and craft activities. While the identification of various cultural uses is still in a formative stage, the following uses have been suggested. It is hoped that with a detailed feasibility study and the availability of more time to pursue this alternative, the community can develop a valuable cultural arts center. Iowa City Community Theater 'Children's Museum 'Experimental Theater Ensemble 'Iowa City Arts Cooperative In addition to the above, the committee has discussed possible uses such as a craft center and a display; area for local and regional art exhibits. 1..Currently t s County is utilizing leased space' -for several County departments. Additionally, there exists severe space shortages within the Courthouse. For these reasons, the Board of Supervisors may be interestedin_a five-year lease in the old post' office. 4 - -SUGGESTED PROCEDURES The following outline ofsuggestedprocedures was developed by the committee and staff in consultation with the Mayor of Iowa City, the Acting City Manager, the Regional Planning Commission staff and a local architect. The overall-concensus of this group is that the purchase of the old post office building is potentially a million -dollar investment which deserves a thorough investigation. The committee firmly believes that there exists a feasible and workable arrangement for the public use of the building. Nevertheless, the committee feels that it_is- necessary and highly desirable to initiate a detailed feasibility study for the use of the building. In addition to the conduct of a feasibility study, the committee would also suggest that several preliminary steps are necessary.' Steps 1. Need for a' reaffirmation of the City Council's interest in the property. - - 2. Assuming the expression of City Council's interest it would be appropriate to initiate negotiations with the General Services Administration(no com- mitment on the part of Council would be intended or implied until completion of the negotiation talks and the feasibility study). 3. As soon as the GSA acceptsthe Council's statement of interest, it would be necessary to initiate -a detailed feasibility study. The basic questions which should be addressed in the study are as follow: a. Engineering Services (the structural and mechanical characteristics of the - bui,lding) - b. _Architectural Services (remodeling - schematics and cost estimates 6 ® J 'ohnson county, regiond planning commission 221/2 soulh-t,o;= Ft:e9t iowo city, r.vo 52240 [319)351-6556 ctra tMnYrg .... »•2 January 6, 1975 Dear Commission Representatives and Member Agencies: Enclosed is the Program Report of the `Johnson County Regional - - Planning Commission for the eighteen -month period from July 1, . 1973 through December 31, 1974 and a less detailed summary of • reports and services over a seven-year period In assessing the performance and activities of the Regional Planning Commission, it is important to recognize the basic function of. the Commission. Thegoal.of this, agency is to cooperatively improve and broaden the decision-making function of area governments. In the pursuit of this. goal, -the Regional Planning Commission has historically sought to provide information and services which are responsive to the needs of the member jurisdictions. And, while there exist_` areas of concern which have not been adequately addressed, I feel thatwehave made significant progress in the last few years. As background for the report and its use, I would like to outline my view of changes and progress. The annual assessment- of the Commission has increased from $55,000 in 1970 to $125,000 in FY1975. This increase_has_permitted substantive changes in the scope of activities undertaken.. Specifically, we have seen the Regional Planning Commission evolve from: An agency which was almost entirely dependent upon outside consultant services to an agency with primary in-house staff capabilities, A work program with four major planning elements to one with twelve major elements and thirty-four supporting services, - A Commission which has expanded from five participating jurisdictions in 1965 to fourteen member jurisdictions An agency which employed two professional planners in 1970 to one which employs five. In addition to the above, the Commission has witnessed major improvements in several other areas.__ These include: Fullinvolvementof local elected officials (current Commission -is 3/4 elected officials) A broader and continuing forum for citizen part-i.cipati0n 2 i Greater legislative involvement (especially through the "Legislative Monitoring Service," the."Grants Information Service," and the "Legislative Liaison meetings") Improved cooperation and coothenrecentation of inter- capital grants governmental affairs-(e.g., application for transit vehicles) Greater involvement and direct planning assistance to the smaller communities in the area (e.g., grant application) assistance to Riverside for a community park app The establishment of planning services in the human needs area (e.g., "Services Index") Assistance to individual member jurisdictions snthrough i the Special Studies Component, (e.g., he aw Enforcement Project") -- During ,the same period of time and especially over the past - several months, concern and questions have been raised about the Commission and its work program Some of the questions are as follows: What are the unmet planning needs?- Why does preparation of a major plan element take so long? Why have assessments been raised in FY75? Do member agencies receive benefits or services commensurate with their contributions? Could more planning work be done individually by separate jurisdictions? Could specific-short-term contracts for planning of the present work services replace a large part program concept of general annual assessment? The purpose of this report is to provide a-summary of Commission activities over the eighteen month period and a more general _record of services and reports over a seven-year period. Second, the report is intended as staff-developed-background infor- rocess mation needed for continuing evaluation of the public it is hoped necessary for successful operation of any p agency - that the report will meet these objectives and will be of help-in that the report needed for improved services to member agencies.dete= it is further requested that the form, content, and process be reviewed for the purpose of i.ncorporation into the program planning, reporting, and evaluation process of the Regional' Planning, Commission. INTRODUCTION AND SUMMARY _ This introductory summary of the Regional Planning Commissio11 n's Program includes these parts: TABLE 1: MATRIX OF BENEFITS TO MEMBER AGENCIES A listing of planning services performed by the Commission since 1969, and a matrix showing staff -assigned beneficiaries of those services. TABLE 2: ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES (18 -MONTH PERIOD) Anestimateof program costs (by planning element) during the last 18 months (FY1974 - andthe first half of_FY1975). TABLE 3: ASSESSMENT RECEIPTS, 1970, to 1975 A summary of the assessments to member agencies over the six most recent budget periods. PROGRAM CALENDARS FOR PLANNING COMPONENTS These are calendars of program efforts for three fiscal,year'periods: _FY73, FY74, FY75. LIST OF PUBLICATIONS_AND REPORTS This is a listing of major reports and plans prepared by or for the Regional Planning Commission -from -1970-to:the present. The subsequent sections in each of the.four:program areasprovide a detailed description of - the _-work performed and the services provided during this 18 -month reporting period. The Appendix includes the official financial report (audit) of the Commission for -fiscal_year 1974. A CONTINUING PLANNING PROCESS The Regional Planning,Commission has historically _emphasized the need for the `planning process to be relevant and useful to local decision-making. A substantial effort has been made to accomplish this relevancy by directly involving the numerous local agencies in the process --attempting to establish an participation structure for planning. In terms ofprogramscheduling, this concept requires a "maintenance level" of staffing forall areas where there is a perceived continuing planning need. Consequently, "-longcalendar of varying effort this process translates into a diagrammed on the following page. SCIIEIL\• PLANNING I'LEMENT (Land 54C. Ju Year I Year 2 Year.3 r. Year Levciof Planning [[fort ■ Major plan preparation for the Planning element, including Project R (A-95) with report data collection, agency Involve. and no t if!view,,n ment. and Jternative plans agent I as. acat f a r iect,d Coordinition Of PlInning Element including regular meetingsPlan Update with with aw data, evaluation of pas impanalysis, agency representati%-r, and co• t lementation, ordination with their Programs. and preparation or new prioritiesn d implementation schedules. The application of this planning process to all areas of planning needs Which are identified by local governments obviously requires a substantial commitment to the planning function. Under the conditions Of limited resources, the-COmmission has evolved a descriptive annual work program as a device to -facilitate the trade-offs among competing needs. PROGRAM BUDGETING AND REPORTING The Commission has been evolving a program budgetinprocss the -past three years. Rather than describe costs ong ly-ineter msover, of budget "line items" such as salaries__, -rent, printing, etc., the, program budget also includes costs for eachh-subprogram of the Commission. An innovative feature of the work program is a -program ---- budget matrix which serves as a worksheet for Commission members to evaluate alternative program priorities in relatio estimated costs. n to their The process has improved over the years, but it does not yet, include a full reporting mechanism to give an accurate cost, record by subprogram for periods within each year. Consequently, the information provided in Table 2 is an estimate of -the -costs assignable to each program area. The annual work programs developed by the Commission represent the member agencies! perceptions of the planning needs of the region. Also, collectively, these 0 agencies decide n the appropriate level of funding to meet these needs wi C thin the constraints of available resources. Thus evaluation, listing of needs, and budgeting are considered together in effective program planning. 1-2 Certification 12) 1 m ` m -- Pc,i.n.1 Alreart slate" rl... ins °1 a • • � • a TABLE t Study Design and Grant Application -• -1971 - • • • •: • • 0 a • 0 ' - "Land Vse Plannln[ - goal ... I Land Ole Plan ' 1970 MATRIX OF -MEMBER -AGENCY BENEFITS 0 a • (Page 1 of 2) _ •'- e IT = o • o m It 0 m 0 e to ,.. • t • • a • 0 a 0 since Derlln: tn. M.cmriae Ate• 197. - • .. .. It o •• = .. .. "ad Ole 5ystc, Scud, • :1911 - • t • 0 - 0 a _ • -• : a- - • : Prl.a rp beneficiary -Parks and Poen Space Plannine ' Rational Parks Plan ' 1970 • • It • - • • : S .... a.,, P.nafici err - • • - ui ' • m e • o o • 0 C Study Oo:9n: Plan Update Frills 1911.It <E - . Peripheral I ... ficlaeT.8 4 It - - lead and Critique of Polls plan 1974 • - N 9`- " • - • . - 0 . Indicates. Major project - • a- 0 m - t a a - _. .Solid Waste Plannln. _. _ 1. MIPONYCNTAL. COMONENT P.akernond Report and cont •1972 e e 0 @ @ m. Application - Are. Trans poria Hen S.udy -'-" • Packtrnu.d Report and Grant _ •..19,12 ` a P e e -- -- Application Study Dealt. ' 1920 • b • -a • b .• •• - •• •• •• •• •• •• •.:- - Population Forecast Report ' 1973 -a _0 • • • It •• •• - •• •• •• •• •• • 0" - Financial Aeseutaee Report - ' 1922 • • 0 •" 9 0 •• •• •• •• •• •• •• .• �" '' Transportation Gears and Ob)ectl.ls • 1923 • • It 9 • 0 •• •- - -- - •• •• •• •• •• it ..: Xlera-Anal,ab Pelert _ - ' 1914 • .. .. •• • .. ..' •• •• •• •• •• •• •• ••�. - - Unified Nark Pra[ra..1 -• 1973 0 a a 0 • e •• •• : •• - •• •• •• •• •• - - - Unified Werk Prot,,. a2 • 1974 • -a • .. •.. -• 0 •. •- •- •• •• - •• •• •• • : - ' Nass Transit Piannina Short -Rance Trans 11 Flan • 1921 9 •• • •' • •• ••- •• •• •• •• •J " •• •. -: Transit Grant Assistance ' 1921- • •• •• • • •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• 4. Transit Rider 5...a, and Analysis • 1972 a- -- • - 0 • •• •• •` •' •' " '• - - - - -Status bf Platelet: (Grant ' 1923 • •• • • • •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •' •- ' Certification 11) _ - Loeb Rance Teens It 5tnd, and " 1924 a .. 9 • - • .. ..- •• •• •• •• •• •• •• - • (-- ._ u.11en Report an Tn.I1 - - - - E.dra ' 1914 • •• • • • •• - •• .• •' '• '• •• :. We I..ance ' •• Study Dean lot Arplieation: Transit •. 1974 • • It • • .. .. •• •• •• •• •• •• It - - Marleri.R and relic, Analr.is - Public Transportation and the 197. a -• It • • •• •• -- -• •• •• •• •• dealer, to Work - - It... it Grant Assistance (20 km.•) • 197,1-1975 • •• • • • •• -• •• •• -• •• •• •• •• m -:. - Status of Plannint: (Grant 1974 9 •• • 0 - • -• •• •• •• `• •• •• •• 5 Certification 12) 1 m • m -- Pc,i.n.1 Alreart slate" rl... ins a • 9 � m) a t t Study Design and Grant Application -• -1971 - • • • •: • • 0 a • 0 ' - "Land Vse Plannln[ - goal ... 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P.P 1 I-crlil•l I clPll •m 9• Hf • )971 • •• • • • - • (.Ith (141 of —So— t.xllill rlannlna I I R"itnt.l Facilities Plan • 1170 • • • -_• • • Is • •• •' I-3 z 1 1 m • m a • 9 � m) a t t a m a • a z 1 (Page 2 of 2) as c V - - • Prluq Rem[I� - ] Second." Renefl Lry Q __ ve iP�evlaeellcbrl. R es - Indicates viler Pr.dret 1. IDINkM REEDS COMPDM " - _ -Reg tonal J ... Its Plan It - • ,1970 - Guide for Lav Enfmceaen[ Gt.nt+ 1971 - Regional Jmxlee It.. a2 • 1973 -. Regional Nomlat-Reran ,.-.. •-1973..: Hu... S[rrice+ g1c1 Inventory ' 1973.1974 - -- J.hnso. C... if Services Index _ • 1974. fta,,L legal ll+u[s of Mari}.... Use 1974- Genual Gran. Assistance 1970•con.. d{n ante Grant A,Is[ nce • latae tion and R[frrr 1 Service De 0 Devel p• nt of County Aging Test 1973 Force a Conference on Mousing for Elderly 197, 3. CF.M MAL SERVICES CP1P09E57 - 0: Annual Work rroRt ns and 8u4tet, 1969•eont - - A -9S Ma nuAl for Project Reri[u. 1971 Nuun Need. Profile .f Snell 1973 - - - Cw.unitlef • SmartCapital laps....... 1973 Prean. far Solt C.son"llrs' - JCRPC Personnel Policy - 1973 - Letislatire Menitnttnt Service 1973•eont - Orientation Manual: JCRrc- A. 1974 _. - lotreducti.n Community lora ve.ent •- Citl[en's Advisory Cem.ier[[ _ 1972•e.al - Orle... Ion Srf+tans - 1974-snt - Spe.6en !.r OrPnitalian+ 1969•enn _. Progn• Report 011-oonlhl ' 1974 - - - - SOelo-Ec.... le Indices for Rural Johnson t.unty -- • • - Grants Infaoation Service • 1971•con - - - Current Planning 5.1111, •. 1972•Con - - - Coordination .fth NO"'County 1972.1.. Region [ECIARPC7 • .0 - Assistance to C.MIf,l.n P _ I972•Cen - - En,ir... Intel Quality • Pr.lect Re,i1s: A•95 and EIS '. 1971 •can Mapping and Graphic Assistance - 1969•,.. si41.y Pt... in, 1972 County -vide Spacial Censu. - ' 197,•con - Legi+lnlve Llaisen - - • 1974.1.. 4. SPECIAL STUDIES COWUR1:92 - Gov[rnme,1 I Facilltie. and -0 _ Study Design Alternatives - ` 197, Final Study Design and Contract - 1974•c. Interim Report; Count, G.,ernnenl 19 -,4 -con Reaja _. Special Revert: Lusatian of A G P - 19-14 0 • Spe i I Report: -C tY-A.E lance 1974 - Reloc t1.n SP. 11 R M t: PI J D of Old 19 4•cp Past Ol fl •.11Jf t -•- - taint L f f97,e t [ t ll - -•- •.. ,-.31.a- - final State Drv[n and 6mt.a,t 19'4•,0 Grant Appllulinn '1 199 fats t 10111 lino .) - 19.1 Rulno J A 1 rt t 1911•c. Gtr r 1 - U. of Sertltts Repnrx. 7r, rt+.f 89 1•.. V o 1. t. nl. as c V - - D r '� ❑ Q v e. 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(Initial and Final) August 1972 _ A-95 Mannual. =o'ect review procedures)_ (Handbook for P Small Communities June 1973 Human Needs Profile of the in Johnson County June 1973 Summary Capital Improvement Program of the August 1973 Small Communities in Johnson County _ September 1973 JCRPC Personnel Policy Budget. Fy1974 work Program and 1973- and _19i4 (Initial and Final -- g Service. Final(continuing) Legislative Monitoring January - JCRPC: An Introduction June 1974 FY1975 Work Program and Budget. (Including three-year Overall Program november 1974 Design--OPD--for FY1975, FY1976, ram Report December Prog period ending (Covers 18 -month p untY December 1974 1974) 1974 Socio -Economic Indices for Rural Johnson Cc. (continuing) Grants Information Service 2, ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENT (LAND USE ELEMENT) May 1970March 1973 Regional Land Use Plan Report --A Proposed -Policy Plan. May '1973 Rural Land Use Rep Plan Metropolitievious Use reports) (Plus P August 1974 - Study Design- 974Study-Design: Lake -Ma Area Land Use and Sewerage Study. AND OPEN -SPACE ELEMENT) (PARKS, RECREATION, -Recreation and June 1970 Regional Plan for Parks, _September 1972 Open Space . Iipdato Report, on Plan Alternatives May 1974 (F W. 'Kent Park) date for FY1975. _ Sti,dy Dcsign: Parks Plan Up i.onal, Plan June 14374 Itevlew unci Cr•iRccrcapion�anJ70 ROpen Space. for Larks, ment Program November 1974 Staff Report: Phaco 11 Develop for_1.W. Kent Park. 1-10 a (Publications and Reports) (TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT) March 1970 Area Transporta Study Design: tion Study Transit Plan for Iowa City September 1971 Short-Range Mass Urban Area for Johnson County• January 1972 `Forecast Report porta - PopulationArea Trans Summary: August 1972 Financial-Resources August 1972 tion Study and Analysis Mass Transit Survey objectives February 1973- Transportation Goals and ;obj (Initial and final) De artment to U. S• P 1973 nning: Report Status ofPlanning:February of-Transportation lication: Long- and Grant App February 1973 Study Design Range; Mass Transit Study- Regional App September 1973 Grant n and Grant Study Design . Study- Airport Systems (Prepared in conjunction with the Linn Commission) County Regional Planning ral Urban Area Traffic - June 1974 August 1974- Micro-Analysis ofren Unified Work Program lication: Study.0 ApPand September 1974 Study Design and Grant study Marketing Policy Analysis- Mass Transit Report: Mass Transit Maintenance December 1974 Evaluation `Arrangements: to and --the Journey December 1974 Public Transp ortation of Area Employers - Work: A Survey (SOLID WASTE ELEMENT) lication: Background Report and Grant ApP Management Solid Waste Manag 1972 January ;- Johnson County Study Background lication: Management 1972 multi-County solid Waste August Study ." proposed Solid Waste Management Plan for June 1973 Johnson County-• (WATER SEWER ELEMENT) Facilities Plan February 1970 Regional Water and Sewer g. liUMAN NEEDS COMPONENT July 1970 Regional Justice Plan La Applicants: La Enforcement Grant August 72 Guide for January19197s Program Regional Justice Plan - Reportt March 1973 December 1974 Regional [lousing ' � December 1974 . LegaloIssuestofSMarijuananUse (Publications and Reports] 4. SPECIALSTUDIES COMPONENT Study Design Alternatives: Governmental _ Facilities -and -Space Study May 1974 Final Study DesignandContract: Governmental -Facilities and Space Study July 1974 Evaluation of A f, P_Building.for-County-Office Space . . _. July 1974 Interim Report: County Government Space Needs July 1974 Study Design: Joint Law Enforcement Center/ Architectural Study . I. . August 1974 Report k1: Governmental Facilities and Space Study . _ . . . October 1974_ Grant Application: -Joint Law Enforcement Center/Architectural Study October 1974'. Planned Use Report for Old Post Office Building, Iowa City December 1974 Background Report #1: -Joint; Law Enforcement Center/Architectural Study . December 1974 1-12 CENTRAL SERVICES COMPONENT TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Introduction . Work Program Elements and Services 2 Program Planning .. . _ Legislative Monitoring Service _. . 4 • 4 Grant Information Service . ' General Current Planning Services 6 Small Towns Committee. . Direct Planning Assistance to 7 .Small Towns . g Participation in ECIARPC . Commission on Environmental Johnson County 8 Quality . Community Involvement--Speakers for 9 Organizations Community Involvement--Citizens Advisory 9 Committee. A-95 and EIS Processing and Revi.ew • 10 Special Work Tasks and Services Mapping and Graphics Assistance • .13.13 Bikeway Planning . . .14 State Land Use. •_ • '. 14 County-Wide. Special Census. . .15 Legislative Liaison . Community Involvement--Orientation . 16 ,1r Additional Special Projects . I11TRODUCTION The Central Services Component P Of the Commission's Work Pr ogram encompasses a series of ing servicongoing planning, programm. es. The main .objectives of this componentgare: inform- (1) Top ovide the timely preparation'` Planning programs of new (z) To ensure the coordination of Commission activities with other agencies and levels Of government (3) To provide information on state and federal - legislation, administrative guidelines, and funding (4) To provide direct current planning and assistance to members. grants The three committees which are involved are the Executive Board within Central Small Towns Colve B a. ' the Citizens Advisor Services y Committee, and the Staff assistant • toward is gained each the work elements within Of the Executive staff member, with em this component The secretarial Director, the Senior Planneris on the responsibility Provided b and one Protect Planner. T , graphics, financial and information and three y two secretaries; one full-time graphics nervices part-time employees.staffing specialist, WORK PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND SERVICES PROGRAM PLANNING The element includes as its objectives, the preparation of the Overall Program Design (OPD) and annual Work Program -Budget. These documents set forth the immediate planning goals and priorities for the Regional Planning Commission. The Executive Board is trying to minimize time lapse between the identification of'a planning program needed and the actual scheduling and implementing of the program. During the past year, improvements have been brought about in the following programming areas: 1. The identification and description of areawide planning needs, 2. The identification and investigation of federal - planning grants, and _3. The coordination with existing and proposed planning effortsinthe region. (AREAWIDE PLANNING NEEDS) The Commission has adopted a three year OPD to facilitate,the e scheduling and description of long-range planning needs. In addition, the Commission improved its accessibility to local elected officials and citizens through the amendment of Commission by-laws, the staff- ing of taffingof the CitizensAdvisoryCommittee, the 'formation of the Small Towns Committee, and the beginning of an orientation programfor new Commission members. (FEDERAL PLANNING GRANTS) In the past two years the Commission has faced the diminution -- of federal planning grant sources. This has required additional support from members of local governments to continue ongoing planning programs. The following planning fund sources were identified and fully investigated: 1. The 1974 Federal Highway Act 2. The Section 208 Water Quality Management Act through EPA 3. The Bureau of Outdoor Recreation through the State Conservation Commission - 4. The Urban Observatory Program through HUD 5. The Comprehensive Employment and Training Act through OPP 6. HEW intergrated grants for the County Human Needs Analysis 7. Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 _ In addition, the Commission also confirmed that General Revenue Sharing payments can be utilized for regional planning purposes. 11-2 (COORDINATION OF PLANNING EFFORTS) The Commission and Executive Board were also active in efforts to ensure the planning efforts by various levels of government are in accord with the Commission OPD and annual Work Program. Included among this coordinative activities were: 1. Review and comment on the initial State Transportation Policy 2. Commission member and staff participationin the League of Iowa Municipalities, Iowa State Association of Counties',' Iowa Association of Regional Councils, and National Associa- tion of Regional Councils 3. Assistance toward the formation and initial operation of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commissions 4. Coordination with the State Conservation Commission on solutions of Lake Macbride sewer and land use problems 5. Communications with O.M.B. and problem statement on the status of the county as an "S.M.S.A."-and as an "urbanized " area." LEGISLATIVE MONITORING SERVICE Initiated in 1973, the Commission continued an expanded Le islative Monitoring Service as provided for in the Work Program -Budget. The LMS 'monitors state legislative activities year round. When the General Assembly is in session, all bills introduced are summarized and categorized for easy reference and any actions taken are codified on status charts updated regularly. Between legislative sessions, various study committees examining specific bills or subject, areas area also monitored. The LMS also provides information on the legis- lators and the various committees.__ The objectives of the LMS are: 1. Increase citizen and local government awareness of the . legislative process. Z. Disseminate information as to legislation being considered. 3. Provide a systematic and complete record of legislative activities for reference purposes. 4. Open up government_ processes through an, informed citizenry. The LMS is provided to member county and city officials, the Executive BoarT,—and the area legislators free of -charge. -In addition, there were approximately forty (40) copies distributed to paying subscribers. Evaluation forms that were completed and returned by recipients of the service have found it a useful and informative service. II -4 __ GRANT INFORMATION SERVICE The Grant Information Service was initiated in the summer of 1974 to meet the need for accurate and complete information on a variety of federal grant programs of interest to local; governments. The GIS is a biweekly mailing.which';provides information on new, grant/ loan programs, pertinent legislative developments, application infor- mation, regulations, appropriations and allocations, and any other information of interest to potential grant recipients'. The objectives of the GIS are: 1. To provide accurate and complete information concerning grant programs to local governments. - 2. To keep abreast of new funding developments that may benefit the Commission members. _-3. Keep local governments informed as to policy changes in funding approaches. 4. To locate potential funding sources for particular governmental needs. The GIS is circulated to Commission members, various local_ government officials and departments, and private agencies located within Johnson County. Six issues have been distributed to date and cover such topics as rural water and sewer funds, bikeways and ,pedestrian trails, - Housing and Community Development Act and regulations, child abuse, food -stamp eligibility, breakfast program, fire prevention, and juvenile delinquency programs. GENERAL CURRENT PLANNING SERVICES: SMALL TOWNS COMMITTEE The Committee was established in February, 1974, to determine the current and long-range planning needs `of"the nine small cities in Johnson County and of Riverside in Washington County. Staff assis.- tance to the Committee was budgeted in the Fiscal Year 1974 Work Program through the Intergovernmental Cooperation Element and in the Fiscal Year 1975 Work Program Budget through the General Current Planning Services Element. The objectives of the Committee are as follows: 1. To provide an active forum for the identification, discussion and resolution of mutual problems confronting each of the small cities. - 2. To examine the interjurisdictional implications of various county -wide plans and on-going programs 3. To develop a viable information network between the small towns, the county and the Johnson County Regional Planning Commission. 4. To provide current planning -services to each small city in an orderly, timely and efficient manner. S. To evaluate federal and state legislation and programs as they impact the development of these rural communities. 6. To provide for special studies in problem areas as identi- fied by the small towns committee. — The committee has been meeting regularly with monthly and in some cases biweekly sessions. To date the followingreports have been discussed by the committee and many of the individual city councils: 1. Staff recommended Planning Process for HUD Community Development Block Grants for Non -Metropolitan Areas. 2. Joint County -Small Towns Road and Street Maintenance Program. 3. Evaluation of Current Federal Programs to Aid in Rural Development._ 4. Evaluation of the County Sheriff's Department Proposal to Increase Charge for Contractual_ Services. S. Socio -Economic and Financial Background Data on the Small Towns for HUD Community Development Applications. ' 11_6 GENERAL CURRENT PLANNING SERVrCES: DIRECT PLANNING ASSISTANCE TO THE SMALL TOWNS Requests for information, grant application preparation and technical planning services have been made to .the staff of the Regional Planning Commission. Some allocation of staff has been made in the FY 75 Work Program Budget in Central Information Services and more directly in the General Current Planning Services element. Projects which have been completed to date include: 1. Lone Tree Housing Commission:" A review of Section -23:and new Section 8 Subsidized Rent Programs 2. Riverside An evaluation of a community -wide questionnaire conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission and a site design for application in the FmHA Housing for the Elderly Program 3. Oxford: Application for BOR grant assistance for a municipal ,park 4. North Liberty: Application for BOR grantassistancefor a neighborhood park in the Beaver Kreek Addition Currently, the staff is engaged in constructing a number of other applications for federal assistance. The,.projects which seek other than the new Community Development Act assistance include: 1. Riverside: Application for open space land and development of recreational facilities through BOR grants-in-aid program as well as assistance in gaining FmHA assistance, for a twenty unit elderly housing project. 2. Lone Tree: Land acquistion and development of recreational facilities through BOR 3. North Liberty: Amendment of the current application covering the development of'the.Dubuque Street Ball Diamond Recently, the requests for grants information and technical assistance have been generated from other city councils. However, it appears that these requests can be consolidated in the Housing and Community Development Act planning process. II -7 PARTICIPATION IN EAST CENTRAL IOWA ASSOCIATION OF REGIONAL PLANNING CODIMISSIONS - The Commission became a member of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commissions in July of 1973. J. Patrick White was elected Chairperson of the Association and is presently serving in that position. Johnson County representatives were active in -- informing - other in the sub -state district through attending meetings in ,various counties. The staff of JCRPC assisted the new agency with preparation of agendas and minutes, work pro- gram budgets for Fiscal Years 1974 and 1975, and with the employment of a director in June of 1974. The Association now includes Johnson, Linn', Iowa, Jones and Washington Counties. The offices of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commissions are located in Iowa City. JOHNSON COUNTY COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY The Johnson County Commission on Environmental Quality continued work in the area of environmental controls and energy resource conservation. The CEQ is an independent commission staffed through the Regional'= Planning Commission office. Its work activities included refinement of the Noise Control Ordinance including input from Environmental Protection Agency representatives, drafting of an Open Burning Ordinance, efforts urging initiation of land use planning, in the county and prepara- tion of a grant application for the establishment of a coordinator for voluntary recycling programs. One other project understudy by the commission is the establishment of an Environmental Protection Office in the City of Iowa City or Johnson County. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT -SPEAKERS FOR ORGANIZATIONS Commission and staff.,members spoke before several organizations and groups -during -;the, -reporting period. Three primary dpeartments, the Law School, the Urban and Regional Planning Program, and the School of Social Work all included seminar sessions with the Regional Planning Commission members or staff as lead participants. The objectives of this activity are: 1. Disseminate information on the Regional Planning Commission directly to public interest and other groups. 2. Receive input from the organization and groups.' General. Regional Planning Commission purposes and land use activities were presented to the Optomist Club, --Chamber of Commerce, Home -Builders Association, the Iowa City Board of Realtors, Citizens' for Better Iowa City, and the Iowa Chapter .of the American Institute of Planners. The , Regional Planning Commission staff also assisted in a Transit Day pro- motion program. - COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT -CAC The present Citizens' Advisory Committee was established immediately prior to the start of Fiscal Year 1974. The purpose orobjectivesof CAC are: - 1. To provide broad citizen input to the planning process. 2. Select citizen members to the Regional Planning Commission and its functional committees. The CAC completed its selection of representatives to committees during . the first partofthe Fiscal Year. It provided citizen input in areas of comments on the urban renewal Environmental Impact Statement, Ralston Creek planning proposal, County office relocation plan, and location of communication towers. The CAC also commented on the Work Program - Budget and Overall Program Design for Fiscal Year 1975 through a paired comparison ranking of priorities among planning elements and projects. II -9 A-95 AND EIS PROCESSING AND REVIEW Included in this category are A-95 reviews of local applicants, A-95 reviews of federally -initiated projects, and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) reviews. _ The process is difficult to program because of the inability to predict the volume of projects or the level of review and research needed for individual_ projects. For example, the continuing review of Kent Parkconsumesa- great - deal of staff, committee and Commission time because the Commission has an adopted plan and has a high level of -interest in--the-relation of the individual project to the 'adopted plan. The-FY74 Work Program/Budget allocated a very minimal amount of timeandcost to A-95 _review ($1400). In reality, this function consumes considerably more time. The FY75 Work-Program/Budget did not allocate` any planning staff time to the process, although approximately six planner weeks have been spentduringthe six month period. II -10 FY74 A-95 AND EIS REVIEWS - DATE APPLICANT PROJECT Sept. 73 City of Iowa City R-14 Urban Renewal(EIS) Septa 73 City of Iowa City and -Ralston Creek Planning -- Johnson County Soil Conservation District Sept. 73 JCRPC Linn -Johnson County, Regional Airport Study Sept. 73 City of Solon Step 1 Sewer Improvement Nov. 73 City of North Liberty Treatment Plant Expansion Jan. 74 Johnson County Conserva- Kent Park -Russell Tract tion Board Jan. 74 Hoover Health Council Planning Grant Feb. 74 University of Iowa South Hospital Addition Feb. 74- Veterans Administration- --Parking Ramp - Hospital Feb. 74 Johnson County Secondary County Road F20 Road Department . Mar. 74 Iowa Conservation Lake Macbride State Park Commission _ Development Mar. 74 ECIARPC FY74 Criminal Justice Plan Apr. 74 Mid-EasternIowa` Community New Facility Mental Health Center Apr. 74 City of North Liberty Park Development May 74 V-aterans Administration - Entrance Improvements H-spital Jun. 74 HACAP FY75 Services, Program Jun. 74 HACAP Headstart Pre-school Jun. 74 H,`.CAP Emergency Food and Medical Services Jun. 74 Kirkwood Community College -- Comprehensive Emergency and University of Iowa Medical Services Education I1-11 =FY75 A-95 AND EIS REVIEWS PROJECT APPLICANT Improvement DATE - Step 1 Sewer Imp = City of Coralville Step 1'Sewer Improvement - Aug. 74 Aug 74 City of Hills Congregate Meals Are Aug- 74 Water Sy - a Agency on Aging stem Improvement t. 74 gep City of North Liberty Step 1 Sewer Improvement Sept. 74 City of North Liberty State Historical Depart - Sept. 74 Plum Grove Restoration ment of Iowa Kent Park -Phase Sept. 74 II Johnson County Conservation Development Board Finkbine Bikeway Of Iowa Oct. 74 University FY75 Criminal_Justice Plan Nova 74 ECIARPC School Child Abuse Research, University of Iowa: Nov. 74 of Social Work University oChild AbuseResearch f Iowa: School Nov. 74 of Pediatricsrovements-- Transit Imp Dec. 74 City of Iowa City Buses Depart State. Historic Preservation State Historical Dep Inventory Dec. 74 ment of Iowa II -12 •ECTAL WORK TASKS "AND SERI'S MAPPING AND GRAPHICS ASSISTANCE During the reporting period, the Regional Planning Commission increased its mapping and graphics capability.. The Commission'=is-starting to serve as a depository for major mapping and aerial photo projects in the county. Maps prepared for Commission and committee use and -also available for general use include: 1• School Districts in Johnson County z• Proposed Street Improvements in Iowa City 3• Rural Mail Routes in Johnson County 4• Townships and Towns in Johnson County Assistance and map preparation for the special census was provided in the areas of overall basemapsand for several individual cities. Site plan and graphics assistance for several grant applications and the Community Coordinated Child Care committee were provided. BIKEWAY PLANNING The Regional Planning Commission has been involved in various facets Of , bikeway planning over the past one and one-half ears. of new federal legislation with provisions -for additional funding for bikewa Y The enactment y/walkway-projects coupled with theincreased usage of the bicycle has generated a`substantial interest in this area. Planning Commission's Since bikeway planning is not a scheduled element of the Regional work program, the efforts in bikeway have not resulted in n peport, but rather coordinative efforts to encourage participating Ausummartions tosubmitplans and proposals for bikeway projects. Planning are as follows: Y of staff efforts in regard to bikeway a• Liaison work with Coralville, Johnson County, Iowa City, and the University of 'Iowa b• A meeting with a state legislative subcommittee regarding Possiblechangesin state policies and programs affecting bikeway improvements C. Grant assistance to the University of; Iowa regarding a proposal to construct a separated bike trail from Coralville-to the University Recreation Center d. Written and oral correspondence with local agencies to explain the procedures involved in the application for federal funds for bikeway projects Currently -there are efforts to develop and coordinate various bikeway Project proposals in Coralvil.le and Iowa Cit efforts will eventually result in the construction of several high Y• It is hoped that these priority bikeway projects. II-13-- STATE LAND USE s Executive In November, 1973, the Regional Planning ,Commission' Board expressed concern leg slation. TheeExent outivetBoardaandethe planning and regulatory osition statement on the draft bill , Commission formally adopted a p other 1422. _Other- activities °islatorse other later to be entitled H.F. with local leg Board. and the staff included meeting express the regional council members, and the Iowa inState-Association order to of Counties - and the League.of Iowa Municipalities in order to exp Commission's disapproval of H.F._1422. legislation amount .to a' responsibility, Activities concerned with state land use leg _. legislative osition statements and diocaverthe substantial departure from traditional Commission res Creation of Commission *tion were deemed necessary new planning lobbying efforts, process and a planning creation of a new state reg ulatory, which would bind cities and counties to many P process for which they W not receive compensation. activities COUNTY -WIDE SPECIAL CENSUS was supp Coordination for the recentcensus-Of lied Jo ecof the census were three -fold:- recent census of-hnson County by the staff. The obj so a to generate additional 1. To gain an official Bureau of the Census cunt of the population of Johnson County gene ram aid to the state transfer payments and new federal pr g local governments. family chaacteristics so 2. To gair enumeration district data on n new enushifts in POP- new concentrations and in information from the .1970 dicennal census. as to update the special census stioncofmaller 3. To lower the cos 100%ts of the particip jurisdiction by twelve local governments _ S a ^letter: ruling" from the U. gaining in local governments The staff was active y oin the permissibility in money to_pay to the census, Department al Treasury special census office, - using -general revenue sharing providing mapp?ng and otheualit cofscanvasto eofthe field workers. and in evaluation on the Q uality ..was received' government by December 13th.so loathe°beginningnogan The official count from the Bureau of the Census by each local g of State Prior be made to the Iowecretary the new calendar Year* li-14 LEGISLATIVE LIAISON -- originated in the spring of 1973 The Legislative Liaison program orig program -Budget - and and was continued as provided for in the Work Pram consists of biweekly meetings with the state legislators - Thepro g our area and the Commission's Executive Board. All representing anticipate. Discussions center Commission members are iIIvited tthc General Assembly ander on various bills pending legislative concerns. The objectives of the program are: 1, To effectuate planning goals and objectives_ through pending and/or proposed legislative. 2. TO provide input from local governments into the legislative process. 3. To keep area legislators informed as to the legislative needs and concerns of their -constituency - on legislation effecting q. To provide open discussion local governments. bargaining, Department of assistance for mass transit,,;local authority, overn- Meetings'covered suchtopic!as collective bargstati housing Transportation, land use, cable television, ment purchasing and bidding, and so on. The program has resulted legislators and functional Classificationofroads, Pr ocethe le lobbying in an important two-way flow of information between the leg local governments, input -in activities legislative p activities by the Commission chairperson. II -15 COIN94UNITY INVOLV EMENT-ORIENTATION The Regional Planning in early 19I canning Commission achieved ter the final r orientation p the hisd in January of �97q. eorganiza program was ,initiated PI c yi organizat' The report tion of the 'Commission nflmembermission was°pre structure, and ° Introduc of ,� ex was g s taf An s held a prepare and Operations t1f explaining tations were fO series of distributed.1Onshe answers llowed by extensive grow Executive -Regional Obi n terchaneetings where briBf°ard and Ob ive 1. of the Orientation: ges °f questions andpresen- ' Acquaint - Regional Planning g Commission Plannin planning efforts. Commission Pur members Purpose, with Z• Provide and answers group setting.t° new New members representatives questions in a small their full generally found the membgero✓ers pnowlOfferedation- sessions tha the Regi°nal play helpful in assistin than demand, in receive °PPortunit nnzng COMMIss g e orientation materials theyExecutiyelndividually, of Newif explanations. Board and staff to f1-16 -ADDITIONAL SPECIAL -PROJECTS 1 Contracts were drafted for special studies to be conducted for Commission member or members (e.g., Government Space Study). 2. Memorandumwasprepared and distributed concerning the reorganiza- tion of the state Department of Social Services andthepossible effect on the local delivery of services. 3. In the summer of 1973, attempts were made by letter and phone to determine state agency or department precedures for developing admini- strative -rules and regulations. This project was dropped due to the (1) lack of cooperation and/or express resistance from the agencies contacted and (2) the passage of the Iowa Administrative Procedures Act. 4. Requests for federal and state bills or statutes are filled for staff, interested citizens, and -Commission -members. 5. Bills of special interest to the Commission are summarized and analyzed for the informational needs of staff and 'members. Examples of bills analyzed are Federal Mass Transit legislation, Allied Services Act (federal), Department of Transportation (state), Iowa Housing Finance Development Authority (state), and land use legislation (federal and state). fi. Statutary provisions are researched and analyzed to answer special requests. Examples:: does the county have the power to con- struct and operate a sanitary sewer system? What relief, if any, does the functional classification ofroadslaw give counties on secondary roads entering and exiting from state land or parks? ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENT TABLE OF CONTENTS . Introduction. . - . 1 Program Calendar 2 Work Program Elements and Services Area Transportation Study. 3 - Mass Transit Planning . _ 6 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space . . 7 Non-Metropolitan Land Use Planning. g Special Work Tasks and Services - Micro-Analysis 9 Solid Waste 9 Applications for Mass Transit Capital Grants Transit Planning Certification . -9 Analysis and -Report on SEATS. .10 Study Design and Transit Planning Grant Application. .- . ., . .11 Land Use Information System Study . .11 Metro Land Use Plan: Final Adoption .12 INTRODUCTION The Environmental Planning and most Component is historically the oldest -extensive component of the Regional Planning Commission's swork program. It began in 1968 with the contract to a local con- sistg firm to prepare a three-point regional plan with federal assistance under the "701" planning program.: This initial regional plan (land use, parks, and water -sewer facilities) was complefed in 1970 The purpose of the environmental component is to provide a coordinated and comprehensive framework for en decisions of local governments.vironmentrelated` _;Although the environmental component may seem primarily concerned with physical relationships, it has been the philosophy of the Regional Planning Commission that the environment physical and human affairs relationships are interdependent and .interrelated.- Consequently, -the planning and decisionmaking in the physical sector is not independent of the other sectors, and the Regional Planning Commission is the area - wide policy body which integrates the concerns of all the work program components. The staffing ofthecomponent has varied since the beginning of the Commission staff in 1969, usually with one senior planner and one project planner comprising the full-time staff, plus two to Lour part-time persons assigned as needed._ In addition, the expertise of consultant firms has been regularly employed. The committees of the Environmental Component include: - Transportation Policy Committee Transportation Technical Committee Citizens Advisory Committee --Transportation Transit Advisory Committee Regional Airport Study Committee Land Use and Water Resources Committee Solid Waste Committee (.inactive at present) 111-1 9 � Ln in o e a rcrCL a _ - o , ,^ N iL r O O LU _u - 4•. - i _ GCcc c - ^ O — • ( -v cc — �t E W c , 0- CD o a I o w .,. as ti : a H z r, -F.. O W p W '—� F W cn N C .H •ti W F a a W 'w' ¢ m w p_ as x o 0 Cd . WF J. w7 H w. w W O_ V) C) Q ' N o rx _ F T p _ •.i W _ _. rx w .a a o CL 'r _ [ 1 1-2 I*K PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND SEWCES AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY Background The Area Transportation Study (ATS) began in the summer of 1970, initiating the first substantial transportation planning effort in Johnson County. The focus of the ATS is on the urban portion of the county. The format of the study isgenerallythe same as used in. urban _transportation ,plans throughout the United States, that is, a data -oriented forecast of futuretravelpatterns based on the current travel habits exhibited by local residents. The actual study design conforms to the standards established by the federal government for planning studies which may lead to federally -assisted capitalprojects. The study was augmented in 1973 by the incorporation of a mass transit technical study, funded in _part by the.U. S. Department of Transporta- tion. The details of the mass transit element ofthetransportation study are discussed under a separate heading. Objective To determine future network deficiencies based on projections of future travel demand and to arrive at the most effective plan for relieving those deficiencies through the utilization of alternate technologies. Result A street and highway plan which recognizes the role of transit and which includes system improvements schedules according to level of demand and financial resources. - - Participants - The participants in the Area Transportation Study include four committees and three consultants plus the staff of theRegionalPlanning Commission. The committees include: 1. The Polic Committee (11 members) is composed of local governmental o -icials in policy-making positions, or their representatives. 2. The Technical Committee (17 members) is composed of tech- nical sta mem ers of the various governmental agencies' involved in the study. 3. The Citizens' Advisor Committee (Transportation) currently ut 25 mem has a oers, an IS composed of personsresidingwithin the county, but not representing particular groups - or agencies. 111-3 4. The Transit'Advisor Committee (7 members) is composed of representatives o transit_ operating agencies (3), the Regional Planning Commission (2), and the Citizens'-Advisory Committee (2), plus non-voting resource persons from 'the Technical Committee. The technical participants include: I. The Iowa StateHighwayCommission is responsible forcreating the technical basis for the study, primarily in the form of origin-destination data, traffic counts, and a mathematical computer model which will forecast future travel, patterns and future travel demand.,_ The computer model is also used ;to testalternativefuture transportation plans generated in the study. The background data and the computer model have - recently been used to create the initial forecast of travel in the year 1995. With this stage completed, work may now begin on developing alternative plans. 2. The engineering consultant firm, DeLeuw, Cather, and Company, will provide advise and general gui ance to t e stu y, pri- marily -in the "plan development" phase.- The consultant has recently completed a special sub-study of central area traffic proposals, called the '"Micro Analysis;' further described under a separate heading. 3. The Institute of Urban and Regional Research of the University o Iowa, is responsible tor developing alterna- tive plans, also based on the travel forecasts supplied by the Highway Commission's computer model. (The mass transit - element is discussed in a subsequent section.) The primary task of the transit element is-to project various modal splits in travel habits, to identify varying proportions of persons using mass transit compared to personal auto use, and to pro- ject the policies and costs which would be necessary to achieve those alternative assumptions. 4. The staff of the Regional Planning Commission is responsible for supplying various socio-economic data concerning the, study = area to the Highway' Commission' staff for incorporation into the computer model. Much of this work involvedthe develop- ment of an areawide land use plan, which was subsequently adopted by the Regional-,Planning _Commission in May of 1973. Based on that plan, data forecasts for small study zones were prepared. Present Status The following list notes the phases of the transportation which have been completed: ` 1II 4 Phase Completed Land Use and Socio -Economic Data a. Field Surveys and Inventory * -- b. Population and Growth Forecasts C. 1995 Land Use Plan d. 1980 Socio -Economic Forecasts e. 1995 Socio -Economic Forecasts f. Financial Resources Survey *_ Transportation Plan a. Origin -Destination Survey b. Street System Inventory C. Model Calibration d. 1995 Travel Forecasts (Trip generation, trip distribution, and trip assignment) a e. Analysis of Forecasts f. Development of Alternative Plans - g. Plan Selection h. Plan Adoption The remaining three items of the transportation study will require substantial involvement among the committees, the staff and the - consultants. During this "plan development" Phase alternatives will be prepared, and tested via the computer model to identify the likely impacts of various alternativesto the transportation networks'. In addition, the future role of mass transit will also be investigated so that the final plan recommended for adoption will includeconsiderationof both transportation modes. Timetable It is projected that this final "plan development" phase of the study will be completed within six months. By that time, the transportation committees should have forwarded to the Regional Planning Commission their respective recommendations for adoption of a, transportation plan. After adoption, by the Commission and its member agencies, there will begin a'continuing planning process involving the implementation, monitoring, and ,periodic updating of the transportation plan. III -5 MASS TRANSIT PLANNING Background The currentworkin mass transit planning began in the fall -of 1973 as the result of a'financial assistance grant from the federal Urban Mass Transportation Administration (UMTA) This grant permitted the Commission to employ the Institute of Urban and; Regional Research oftheUniversity of Iowa as a consultant to assist in a technical studyoflong range mass transit options for the region. In particular, - the study was intended to produce a five-year transit development pro- gram to schedule specific mass transit improvements for local transit operating agencies (Iowa City, Coralville, and the University of Iowa). Present Status - This U,MTA funded study, with approximately a one-year project period, is nearly complete at this time. A draft Transit Development Program has been prepared and is being reviewed by the various transportation committees.and approved by the Commission. In addition a survey was distributed to -all-area-employers to obtain information �on-transit _ usage, work times, transportation needs, and employer attitudes. A continuation of transit planning is programmed by the Commission for planning this fiscal year (FY'75) based on an anticipated additional anning grant for UMTA. The focus of the new project iwll be on a more complete analysis of inter -modal impacts (auto and bus) of- alternative transpor- tation policies, plus a study of transit opportunit sub -groups of the Population. ies for particular Relationship to Area Transportation Stud Mass Transit plannin Stud g is fully integrated with the Area Transportation y, with'the same committees being involved in all aspects of"trans- portation planning. Federal guidelines also emphasize the need for multi -modal plans and multi -modal planning processes: The committee structure includes representation of policy -makers, citizens, technical staff persons, and transit system operators. Objective tive The objective of the mass transit planning element is to determine the future role of mass transit in accommodating certain t demand based on economic, environmental, and institutionalscoof travel nsiderations, and to design the most effective system for fulfilling that role. Result The anticipated result of this project coordinated with the auto network in thesta transit travel f r which which is yes of is suited; a Transit Development Program which schedules improvements in five year increments for the purpose of satisfying demand in high Volume corridors through employment or the satisfying yi;ig d errand inyy and implementation of rclrivenC poli.ci.es. 111-6 Continuation beyond this fiscal period° As with the Area Transportation Study,mass transit planning will be a continuing effort, involving implementation or program recommenda- tions, monitoring the impact of system changes, and periodic revisions of the transit plan. PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE Background The Commission adopted a long-range plan for Parks, RecreationandOpen Space in 1970. The plan had been prepared by a consulting firm, Powers, Willis and Associates, with the substantial involvement of a committee similar to the current Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Committee. - The plan meets the planning requirements of the federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation ,(BOR), and consequently local agencies have been able to receive capital grants of up to SO% of the cost of various park projects since 1970. BOR requires that a, plan, be updated at five- year intervals. To remain eligible for -BOR grants, the adopted plan must be updated and adopted in its revised form by October -of -1975. The Commission's work program forfiscal year 1975 provides that this update should be initiated during the last quarter of this fiscal year (beginning April 1,-1975), and be completed during, the first quarter of next fiscal year (through September 30,,1975)-. Present Status Althrough work on this, plan update is not due to begin until later in this fiscal year, the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Committee has begun to receive reports on the activities and programs of the various park and recreation agencies in the county. In, addition, the staff -has completed a revised inventory of recreation facilities in the county: 111-7 NON -METROPOLITAN LAND USE PLANNING Background Following a general land use study prepared by a consultant in 1969 for the county under contract with the Regional Planning Commission, in 1972 which -resulted in draft, policy a Staff study was undertaken proposals for consideration by local officials. Based on the experiences of these two prior studies, the Commission recognized the need for a non -metropolitan land use policy for Johnson County. This policy ummer of 1974 as part of the Commission's study was initiated in the s -- fiscal year 197S program. It will -complement the recently adopted Metropolitan Land Use Plan and result in a land use policy which covers all of Johnson County including the metropolitan area, the small towns, and the unincorporated territory. Objective The objective of the study is to provide a set of guidelines and policies an optimal use of land resources in Johnson County. for promoting Result The, result of the study will be several alternative land use concepts to guide land use decision-making in the non -metropolitan portion of Johnson County. These alternative concepts willltafford the citizen o select zen and the elected officials of the county an opportunity single set of -policies and implementing devices forachieving land use objectives. Present Status Base mapping and land use -inventories are underway. Reconi.sance of and ownership records has been completed. Existing aerial photography from various sources is being utilized, to be supplemented by field surveys as necessary. Upon completion of a refined base map series for the county, with existing land uses plotted, alternative development concepts will be sketched and described for review and consideration by the Commission's Land Use and Water Resources Committee as well as. other groups and; agencies. Based on discussion of these concepts, alternative policy statements will be drafted and evaluated. Timetable The study is expected to conclude with a set of recommendations to the Commission by the end of the fiscal year (June 30; 1975). Interim reports will be presented from the staff and committee as appropriate. SPECIAL WORK TASKS AND SERVICES MICRO -ANALYSIS OF CENTRAL AREA TRAFFIC As part of the Area Transportation Study, the Commission in the spring of 1974 authorized a special project to analyze the impact of alternative traffic plans for the central part of Iowa City. This project was primarily the responsibility of the Commission's transportation consultant, DeLeuw, Cather, and Company of Chicago. The Consultant evaluated the feasibility of certain street closures under varying assumptions of_traffic - volumes and transit usage. The written report with maps and drawings illustrating these impacts was presented to the trans- portation committees ransportation-committees in July of this -year.- - SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT REPORT Under state and federal statutes, all local governments were required to prepare a plan for solid waste management and submit it to the state Department of Environmental Quality during 1973. As the areawide planning agency, the Commission was requiredto prepare a:county-wide report for all jurisdic- tions.: This report, including a description of present and future waste generation, contractual arrangements and other relevant data, were prepared by the staff, submitted to DEQ, and accepted in the fall of 1973. APPLICATIONS FOR MASS TRANSIT CAPITAL GRANTS : At -the-request of the local transit operating agencies (Iowa City, Coralville, University of Iowa) the Commission provided assistance in the preparation of capital grant appli- cations for new mass transit equipment and facilities. - Three preliminary appLications were submi.ttcd to the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) early in 1974.- Following initial federal review, a unified grant application was requested, with Iowa City acting as the lead agency. During '1974,"numerous meetings were held and frequent contacts made with the Urban Mass'Transporta- tion Administration, including a visit to WashingtoninOctober. A final application with necessary supporting documents is scheduled to be submitted in January. z TRANSIT PLANNING CERTIFICATION In order to be eligible for federal mass transit capital assistance, the local area must demonstrate the existence of comprehensive areawide planning, including transportation planning. In 1971, the City.,of- Iowa -City received a capital grant for twelve new transit coaches, ,but -$].00,000 (1/6 of the total project co t) wn:; withheld pending ccrtifi.caCion:of the Planning process. The completion of the first transit techni.ca] study and the documentation of the planning process of the Regional Planning Commission' resulted in releaseofthose funds'to • ort for this certifica- The written rep Transportation in of Iowa City- DepartmentAnfupdate rep aas the City to the i 1973• federal --- tion was submitted roved in May now _dependent on 1973 and aPP• ment Program, February 1974, wlth_re- certificati°Develop a final five-year Transit filed In June acceptance of December 1974. adopted by the Commission in REPORT ON SEATS system) ANALYSIS AND Da X Transportation y (State`, Elderly _ _ art of - (AAA) was formed as P boards Agency on Aging ( seven county advisory When the Area Ag r'I 1973,ut to the agency. In Johnson e in AP Tonal Kirkwood Col to rovide'inp hated the Reg des" The seven -county. were y, the1BoardtOfPdvSupervisors board- agency in County, the advisory federal gTo Planning Commission as for funding bFeb=uary 1974• fission's stem was approved the Comm SEATS system vice was initiated Johnson County' d -of users June 1973 and ser service within comp ose t}le SEATS s ecial committee coordinateBoard aPpp1ated a P Executiverepresentatives• m the and agencyointment of the local onSEATS pcomosedesystem and rop ort. to the aPP a staff report That rep Prior requested ortation services -organizational Commission rOQo other transp alternative van service its relation 1973, described After mini - SEATS Committee arrangements. the - dated December operating was requested by monitoring structures and the Commission administrati°retained t° gather was initiated, -temporary A part-time staff member was analysis to provide staff assistance the SEATS Committee °u -a of the system. work with prepared a Summary to the relevant data and 1974 The staff prep September through June, to and a presentation -was basis operations Board of Supervisors In office of the Hawkes Area of SEATS op the Gounty Executive Board and the local to Provide adminihas been Subsequently, ram (HACAp) began The Commission has 1974. - Action program planningass'sas is tive assistance t° the h continuingtPe asked to provide as much possible. }}i-1� ion LAND USE INFORMATION SYSTEM STUDY the Institute of Urban and During the early months of 19de rant from the Regional Research obtained a demonstration nto'develop a computer state Office for Planning and prog gstem.- The Institute -- assisted regional land use information system.and requested the participation of the missi�togdatevhaspbeen maintain this information system. Progress - made in the following areas: ra hically 1. The development of an accurate geo g P referenced cell network to -date Z. The development of accurate and up - subdivision parcel maps ez 3. The development sof whichrwill vutilize tthe �computer- planning P g. ized information Systemra hically referenced q. The initial construction of geo g seem. data sets for inclusion in the sy by the Commission under this contract Much of the work performed `tly linked with the Non -Metro Land Use Plan, hasbeen direc now in preparation. - STUDY DESIGN AND TRANSIT PLANNING GRANT per, a study design and planning grant During this reporting p planning. application was prepared for -continued mass transit The project was designed and submitted to the U. S. Department of Transportation in September, The preparation of the application required the updating of several status of planning support documents including a pro- several Unified Work Program for continued transportation planning. The major effort in the development of this program was the design of a transit marketing study lanninelemeng in�the fArea ��Transpor- integrating transit and automobile p g tation Study. METROPOLITAN L1,1USE PLAN: FINAL ADOPTION A ' In -May, 1973, the Commission accepted and adopted the County- The Land Use Plan fortheMetroP olitan Portion of Johnson Count in plan waspreparedby the various committees of the Commission, unction with the Area Transportation Study. coni 'ustments were The plan was not labled "final plan" because minor adz with the street from the Area Transportation Study. foreseen in order to balance the land use proposals Study - proposals expected islation,'it became necessary to plan, to remove-t}le word Because of recent federal leg Development Act Of 1974 consider an amen The--11ousingded title oandhCommunity development program and 'preliminary- ear community (HCD) requires that a three -y ro ram, which are consistent with the a one-year housing assistance program, be submitted as p rowth p articular language, it areawide.and natlonranal t. Because of this p eligibility for a g was considcare met or�are ranticipated to1be met inthe growth objectives community. the Land Use and Water Commission, thettee, After consideration by the Regional Planning 1974, that the land and a recommendatatnits meeting of December 18, Commission voted ed to: use plan title be Chang Land Use Plan for the Metropolitan Portion of " Johnson County" 1 1 C-1.2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Introduction . ' 2 Program Calendar. . • Work Program Elements and Services Human Services Agency Inventory . S - Johnson County. Services Index. •' • 5 5 Human Services Analysis. _ Human Needs Grants Assistance. 7 Justice and Human Relations • Special Work Tasks and Services Information and Referral •12 12 County Aging Task Force •12 Housing Coordination. Housing for the Elderly '13 . Conference on 13 Marijuana Report . ' INTRODUCTION The Human Needs Component was established with the adoption of the.FY73.Work Program Budget, in July 1972. Prior to that time independent justice and housing planning activities were conducted. " The motivating force behind a human needs -component approach was the assumption that inventory of needs -and services; systems was red and implemented-throu : most efficiently prepsh a unified and g integrated approach rather than an ad hoc and unprogrammed method. It was also apparent that problems of people are not only functional (housing, education, health), but individual person associated. For example, a person with a drug problem may have associated justice and employment problems. Therefore, the Regional Planning Commission determined that a comprehensive and integrated approach to inventory, planning, and programming was desirable, and established the human needs component of the general planning process. Through the three and one-half year period, the staff assigned to the Human Needs Component has varied with most concentration during calendar year 1973 when a senior planner was spending one-third time and a project planner was spending full-time. At present the Human Needs Project Planner position -is-vacant. The component work of the staff has been for and _through three committees: Justice and Human Relations, Housing, and - Social Services. In ' • _ • - _ -. _ CL dS. _ th >rn i - P. • , Cd to CD • G ' Cd `d DQ U � 1 O 1 4J O� O 0 a f ) w w w � Cd cn cn w cl r- oo 4, 0 F w m 2 - - 7 U V) 7_ v] C _ _ O_ U 7_ Z U) % 4 - cC O O LO , cn U) u U cn l wa w wz z w,... tq O_ wU. . F H crx� J. V , ' IV -2 W PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND SEROCES HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY INVENTORY As part of the overall goal to prepare comprehensive human needs plans for Johnson County, the humanserviceagency survey was prepared and distributed to 715 agencies and organizations and 250 business firms. The objectives of the inventory were: 1. To compile a complete list of all county organizations, agencies, and firms providing a human needs or social service to the community. 2. To prepare questionnaire designed to assemble basic agency information for use in the Johnson County Services Index. 3.— Prepare and compile planning information questions for use in future service analysis 4. To survey all agencies and organizations previously included in other community_ directories and provide uni- form information for new services index. The survey was conducted jointly with the employer's survey for'trans- portation planning. The inventory was accomplished through mail out and follow up interviews. The results included a comprehensive listing of all agencies and their services organized in a standard -format. --The planning questionnaire concerning client profile, institutional pro- blems and other related data is available for analysis. An associated result of the joint survey of employers and social service agencies is an arrangement whereby the utility company notifies the Iowa Employment Security Commission office of all non-residential hookups, -- thereby creating a continuous update of all employers and their addresses. IV -3 - JOHNSON COUNTY SERVICES --INDEX The compilation of the Johnson County Services Index was included in the FY174 Work Program -Budget. Design of the Index was initiated in the fall of 1973. The Index is now printed and being distributed as of December. The Johnson County Services Index is a basic referral document organized to assist agencies and individuals in locating and receiving services. The objective of the Services Index are: ---1-.--To provide a unified listing of all services in Johnson County. 2. To provide categorization and cross referencing of services available. 3. To provide,a regular updating system for the Services Index. The result of the Index preparation is an initial referral document to be made available to agencies and individuals in Johnson County. The Index provides -a unified and consolidatedreferral manual which eliminates the need for publication of various separate and limited directories. Full use of the Services Index 'should result in greater efficiency in client referral -and follow up and improved coordination among agencies. HUMAN SERVICES ANALYSIS The analysis of Human Service agencies is intended to fully utilize the data assembled in the inventory of agencies and the "planning questions" compiled in association with the preparation of the Services Index. The objectives of the Human Services Analysis are: 1 To prepare initial reports on service areas (counseling, child care, elderly services, etc.) describing the status of the service systems:'' 2. To determine problems, deficiencies, gap and duplications. 3. To provide short term objectives and recommendations for improving theservicesystems.- - Preparation ,of the analysis reports is presently deferred pending employment of a human needs planner. A pilot, report on Informattion and Referral Services was prepared and utilized in the establishment of the Information and Referral Service. PhtS lsLnnninl: tjffnrf L,h (nitnJed n;s 'he supply-�iort:ion of ti Hurnan Needs and Supply Analysis which is included in the Overall Program Design adopted in .June, 1974. _ - TV -5 HUMAN NEEDS GRANT ASSISTANCE The staff assignedtothe Human Needs area 'assisted in fund searches for special program grants in many areas of Human Needs. This func- tion includes initial location of grant funds, determination of grant` requirements, preparation of problem statement and data on need, establishment of evaluation criteria, and evaluation reporting.` The objectives of the grant service function are: 1 To aid individuals and local governments and agencies in formulating human needs grant applications. 2.- To involve human_ needs functional committees in the early stages of `grant preparation. 3. To administer and evaluate certain: grants. Assistance is provided in two primary forms: 1. Fullgrantpreparation and evaluation, and 2. Find searchandgeneral assistance to applicants who actually prepare grants. The Commission staff assisted in the following general human needs fund searches and grant applications: 1`. Hills Public pre-school program 2. Mark IV Recreation Program 3. Hot breakfast program 4. Funding for a neighborhood center 5. Retired Senior Volunteer Program 6. Action Grant for Coordination of Volunteers for City, " County and regional_ government agencies In the case of the Action Grant for volunteers for local government, the Commission staff prepared the grant application, set up the adminis- tration and evaluation procedures, and, coordinated with the Kansas City Action office. The grant of $15,000 federal funds was officially awarded to the Johnson County Regional Planning Commission with the United Way being the agency carrying out the program. IV -6 JUSTICE AND HUMAN RELATIONS The justice planning efforts of the Regional Planning Commission include coordination and grant assistance in the entire law enforce- ment area. Thus, the court system, public safety, and related facets of these functions, are -involved. In previous years Regional Planning Commission has assumed responsibilities whthe have subsequently been transferred to ich Crime Commission. the East `Central Iowa Area Over theast P year and °one-half, justice planning has focused upon efforts to upgrade the physical and staffing resources of the above-mentioned agencies. As a part of this effort, the Re Planning Commission has assisted partic- ipating the develo s final pment$ review, and evaluation of g jurisdictions in Administration grants. During the from Ju Enforcement - Assistance Januar T g period from July 1 1973 to in they acquisition hofRover $iegional Planning Commission has assisted (a listing of these grants a10e, 00 from these federal grant programs, addition to grant preparation ars on the following pages). In and Human Relations Committee�hasaaddressedevluation nseveralld revie�otthe ustice herJincluding: issues, I• Joint law enforcement planning 2. 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F,\ \ �\ r\ V\ d „° to N ' Y• r n o w n rn'i C) c. n to r n > p� �. n >� cl �•f w cr rt G G G < Y• n G w rt n' c �, G Y. Y• Y• �. n w U �' O �O) pt � GS - :or ✓„q N N N O U O O O d S% ..t O O O �• y T OM r. f•. O r• •y G C �' N 7 y ~ ^..• W � �. _. r n o � � ,O -t ,,. o n - m 0 ~ oro o G o i• Q rod. roo _ row . tDCD - A N Ell W O z .-. �o .-• to � � n M «d g o y� W cam, n w Com. :� ..•. N c n n ?I -n_ o c, ro tD fD C7 w w r y •ECIAL WORK TASKS AND SER S INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SYSTEM Social Service Committee members and staff continued --to pursue the objective of a unified ting mation period. special1committeeoforohnson Information County during the reporting p and Referral which had not met during the past two years was reactivated. With the development of the Johnson County Services Index, it was determined necessary to unify Information andReferralefforts. The Committee analyzed potential agencies for Information and Referral including the Crisis Center, the city and County law enforcement agencies, and the United Way. The United Way was selected as the lead County and subsequently u bsequ ntltheeeuested anenteoflaeunified nInformation from Y Information and Referral will utilize the and Referral Office. Johnson County Services Index as its referral manual and provide on- going updating of the document. AGING TASK FORCE After the formation of the Area Agency on Aging (serving Area X), the Regional Planning Commission was designated the County Task Force on Aging; the Commission ;in turn designated the Social Service Committee to perform that function. The committee was involved in -the review of the original grant programs for the SEATS mini -bus — system, congregate meals and meals -on -wheels programs, and the elderly information and referral system The Social Service Committee assisted in membership selection for the Area Agency on Aging seven -county Advisory Council and in conducting of public hearings to determine priority needs for the elderly in Johnson County. The six persons who are members of the Johnson County members of the multi -county Advisory Board now meet regularly and hold public hearings to provide input to the AAA programs IV -12 HOUSING COORDINATION The work in the housing area was confined to coordination,'+response to questions concerning the Regional Housing Report, and direct technical assistance to small communities in their preparation of housing pro- jects. Due to increased interest in housing problems,the Housing -- Committee was reactivated in May of 1974. The Commission and staff ability to expand the Regional Housing Report to;a full plan element was evaluated at that time. It was determined that a full-time planner was needed for any meaningful plan element preparation. The decision of the Commission in adopting the Overall Program Design was to defer substantive work in housing until Fiscal Year 1976, while maintaining the Housing Committee for information exchange and coordination. The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 was passed in September of 1974. The requirements for -preparation -of a three- year community development -plan -and a housing :rassistance ,plan are buing studied and may cause a reevaluation of the timing of the housing planning efforts by the Regional Planning Commission and its members. CONFERENCE ON HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY In conjunction with the OREO Program at Kirkwood and the Iowa City Retired Persons Association, the Regional Planning Commission staff assisted in planning and presenting a seminar on housing for the - elderly (held in Iowa City and Riverside -in July, 1974). The objective was to provide a variety of views of agencies and individuals involved in housing planning and supply. The meeting was well attended and has increased the interest of Johnson County elderly residents in improving housing opportunities in the area. MARIJUANA REPORT In June of 1974 the Iowa City City Council had under' discussion a possible ordinance which would reduce the penalty for possession and --- use of marijuana. The Iowa City City Council, referred the question to the Regional Planning Commission and the Justice and Human Relations - Committee for comments. The Justice and Human Relations Committee held lengthly discussions on the matter and subsequently, the chairperson of that committee prepared an extensive` report on the subject. The report has been transmitted to the Iowa City City Council for their consideration. IV -]3 777 INTRODUCTION y The special studies component of the Regional Planning Commission work program was initiated in July of ``1974." The basic purpose of this component is to provide direct planning services to selected member governments. The financing of 'these projects is arranged through the benefiting jurisdictions: There are two committees_ which are utilized in the special studies - component; these are the Executive Board ("Government Space and Facilities Study") and the Joint Law Enforcement Committee ("Joint Law Enforcement Center/Architectural Study") In addition to the two major planning projectslistedabove, there are also five other projects which have been initiated. These include: I. Short -Range County Space Needs Study' 2. Study Design-for.Government-Space and Facilities Study 3. County Ambulance Relocation 4. Planned Use Report for Old Post Office Building S. Scope of Services Report for a Johnson County Capital Improvement Program .' The staff assistance to the special studies component includes -the Executive Director (supervision and administration); a project planner and part-time research associate (for research responsibilities). Additionally, this component utilizes part- time secretarial and drafting services. VT -1 Z -A %. co 0 ;o o'. c H rz cn < z M M r ry n t^ v r7 r yTj z v' H c r M w m� m `" -_ cn y 0 O o w Y to Y til r � 0 � to H �. y cn _ _� - O C 'O Z - tri ''-7i r Z _ n --3 - P. p vo N ::% m . _ •h rif Cl ; o - _ _.... H n z r ::s b. Cn. - E a 3 o N � • ..-. ti r— tur' U] n, N r• w rn o � m N V cl - : o � V c - WORK PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND SERVICES' GOVERNMENT FACILITIES AND SPACE STUDY In the spring of 1974 a special City -County committee was reactivated by the chairperson of the Regional Planning Commission to coordinate the long-range building plans of Iowa City and Johnson -Count staff of the Regional Planning Commission submitted a "special The contract" proposal to the governmentspace committee which approved the study design and recommended that the proposal be submitted to the City Council and the Board of Supervisors. In July of 1974 the City and County approved the study contract which provides fora twelve-month study at a cost of $19,142.00. The major objectives of the study are as follows: I. To survey and interview the affected agencies in order to determine current commitments for space . 2. To determine the resulting deficiencies. in space arrangements in terms of both current and future needs. 3. To examine the interjurisdictional and interagency implications of various, space arrangements. 4. To evaluate thepotentialuse of, major public buildings which are not committed for use. 5. To examine the implications of the proposed Joint Law Enforcement Center, City Maintenance Center, and the County's Information Needs Study._ 6. To provide specific recommendations regarding: The County Ambulance Service , the Close Mansion, the Old Post Office and the County Courthouse. 7. To evaluate the effect and implication of the Iowa City Capital Improvement Program onspacerequirements includ- ing alternate uses for any facility that may be replaced. --B. Toevaluateand recommend various alternatives for solving the space deficiency and locational problems of governmental and related quasi -public agencies To date the study is 40%, complete.. Itis anticipated that a draft of the report will be availnhio N„ T,,-- ,� JOINT LAW ENFORCEMENT The Regional Planning Commission has been involved in law enforce- ment -planning _for three years. During the last year considerable discussion and interest has developed regarding the implementation of a joint law enforcement operation including cooperation in.four ureas: _communication equipment, recordkeeping, investigationteams,'= and small town police coverage. In addition to the four areas outlined above, there is a -strong interest in assessing the:need and feasibility of a joint law enforce- ment facility. In order to provide the necessary planning and archi- tectural services for this latter task, the Regional Planning Com- mission in conjunction with the Area Crime -Commission -submitted a $16,000 grant request to the Iowa Crime Commission. The grant request was approved,in'- October of 1974 and currently the Regional Planning Commission in conjunction with Iowa City, 4ohnson County, Coralville, and the University of Iowa is involved in'seTecting anarchitecturalconsultant for tile project. - Completion of the architecturalserviceswill mean that the combined law enforcement facility is one step closertorealization. These services must be performed in order that local officials can have sufficient information upon which to.base a`bond issue election. This will be the immediate impact of this study. Theneedforinter- agency cooperation and functional consolidation is quite apparent in Johnson County and one consultant, after reviewing the situation concluded that, "This project has every potential for becomi model for interagency cooperation." ng -a VI -q SHORT-RANGE COUNTY SPACE NEEDS STUDY Under a special contractual arrangement with the Johnson County. Regional Planning Commission, the JohnsonCounty_ Boardof-Super- visors requested planning and architectual services to assess various alternatives regarding immediateCountyspace problems. This work wasperformed in July _and -August of'1974_and-culminated, in two reportslland a series of meetings with the Supervisors and, affected County officials. The basic alternatives investigated include: (1) the lease of the A F, P building, (2) the lease of anew building, (3) the lease ; of 7,500 square feet in relocatable buildings, and (4) the purchase of 2,900 squarefeetof relocatable buildings. The apparent concensus of the Board was to select a temporarysolution to .the, current space, problems and to consider the eventual-construciton of a new administra tive center. Currently the 3oard is pursuing the possible use of space in the new Federal Building. Itisanticipated that in the near future the Board will be; able to select an alternative -which -will alleviate the current splice shortage. l.Johnson County Regional Planning Cammissfan raid �fil tiam Nowzy, "An isvaluation of the A $ P Building for County Offices,",- July 3, 1974, and Johnson County Regional Planning Commission, "Interim Report on County Space Needs," July; 31, 1974. SPECIAL WORK TASKS AND SERVICES ial studies the s ff In addition to the three specoutlined above atedin�severalaother of the Regional Planning Commission has p lar or P projects which were not included in.theufollowsamended work program. -A brief summary of these Projects 1.Stud Design for Government Space and Facilities Stud equested -in May of 1974 by the This investigation was r Government Space Committeecede aboveto mreferencedestudy._ feasibility of conductingin The report and subsequent actions resulted which will be initiation of a twelve-month study completed by June of 1975. 2. County Ambulance Relocation This 'planning effort was conduTteodelofsthismstudy ber nwas October of 1974. The basic purthe pose ; to assist the County AmbulancetheTmostrappropriateard of Supervisors in determiningof site for the Ambtheah ah sitesontsouth this effort are: (a) b discussions with the Board of Capitol Street and (b) and the Supervisors, the County Ambulance Director, administrative staff of Mercy Hospital and the Uni- tive to the feai versity of Iowa Hospitatheela bulance Services at laity of eventually locating hospital site. , 3. Planned Use Report for Old Post office Building vices In November of 1971 the General Ser ents inmtion Johnson (GSA) notified various local govern County of the planned sale of the oldpostalservice facility in Iowa City. At the request of the City Manager_ liliand es conjunction with the "Government Space and Facilities Study, Regional Planning Commission prepared a report outlining for the building. report was potential public uses distribut-d to the Executive Board, Johnson County Bard Supervisors, and the Iowa City City Council. Subsequently of Sup ort with a "letter of the City Manager forwarded the rePthe City is awaiting interest" to the GSA. Currently, of the a response from GSA oof1i975eitoishe market expected thatethe City property. February will make a determination as thefeasibilityand desirability of acquiring property. 4. Sco a of Services Report for a Johnson Count Ca ital Tm�rovcme_ n� dram Johnson County Cnpltal A special a study to develop suggested in the FY75 Work Improvement Program was sugg. 'and financing of the Program. While the scheduling VI-6 -.` Mtw CG3t (0191. 3840201 LEONARD A. GREENWOOD, P.C. CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT - • - 2410 TOWMCRF T - IOWA CITY. IOWA 52240 November 6, 1974 The Board of Directors Johnson County Regional Planning Commission Iowa City, Iowa 52240 I haveexaminedthe balance sheet of Johnson County _Re Planning commission as of June 30, 1974 and the related statement of income and expense d stat My examination p and fund balance for the year -then ended. - auditing was made in accordance with generally g'standards and accordance 1 Y accepted accounting records and accordingly included such _tests of the acountssuch other auditing procedures as necessary in the circumstances. I considered In my opinion, the statements mentioned financial position of Johnson Count above present om at June 30, 1974 and the results Of its Planning fairly the then ended in conformit operations g Commission principlesappliedY with generallyfor the year pplied on a basis consistenaccepted accounting year. with that of the Preceding ,CiJk.�-s-t z� Leonard A. Greenwood, P.C. Certified Public Accountant JOIFLNSOCOUNTY REGIONAL PL3 inTT 2G S-KIMISSION BALANCE SHEET' JUNE 30, 1974`' ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS $ 6,283 Cash in ban;: and on hand.. ... ..•- Cash in savings account ....................•... 10,308 28;154 Accounts receivable ...........................•• Total current assets.......... $44,745 OFFICE FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT (at cost). ....$ 6,684 Less accumulated depreciation......... ........ 1;286 5,3?3 -Total assets. ............ . $-50,143 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE CURRENT LIABILITIES 20,888 Accounts payable ...............................$ 21630 Accrued payroll tax ............................ Assessments paid in advance........... 783 Total current liabilities..... $ 24,301 25,842 FUND BALANCE ...................................... Total'liabilities and fund balance. _ ..:..... $ -' 50,143 ;=- ser. notes to financial statements. JOHNSON COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION STATEMENT-_OF-INCOME AND EXPENSE FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1974 ACTUAL BUDGET INCOME Local assessments ._ ... ..........$ Special assessment...,,,, „ - 77,121 S 77,121 Federal rant - " " " " " g Mass Transit.. 23,000 23,000 Interest.... .... •.. _ •_ 30,093 30,093 Legislative montering-service., 1,471 _ University Of Iowa 910 - ...... .. Contract East central IARPC.. 1,596 _ Miscellaneous..... " " ' •••. 2,000 Total income......$ ....... .. 13 $_130 21:4 EXPENSE Salaries Director..... Senior planner....,-, " " " " ' $ 19,080 S 181615 ..... ............... Project planner 15,127 14,587 ..... Secretary....... ' ..... .............. •-• 27,852 33,199' Typist... .. ................ 6,478 6,062. Planning assistance..5,437 .... 4,987 Work study.. .... 11,724 11,500 Personnel benefits..... ..' 4,450 ............. ..... ... _ 8.350 _ 10.138 Total salary and benefits ..... $_98 498 S_99.088' _.._OPERATING COSTS Travel..... Office supplies.......... .... _.......... .$ 2,365 $ 3,000 General office.. .. ..•..... _ 2,499 1,000 • Publications, research material..... 496 500 Computer service.. 1,278 900 Equipment (office furniture 319 _ 700 and machines). Rent_...... 1,519 ` ................ ...... .... . Utilities .... .-• - 3,300 1,000 ......... Telephone • .. 772 4,000 .......................... 1,000 ... ....... Printing and map reproduction.. .2,081 2,000 .,. Postage.. •• •-••--. .... 7,523 4,000 ..... .... Legal fees......... 1,272 Financial consultant and audit,-,,,, 110 11000 800- Insurance..... .. ............. 820 1,000 Dues...... ....... , ...... __ 248 500 Miscellaneous .... ..- .... ............. 588 500 1.170 Total operating costs $ 26.360 S _ 91 ann • JOHNSON COUNTY REGIONAL MANNING STATEMENT OF `INCOME AND EXPENSEISSION FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30,'1974 ACTUAL BUDGET_ Contractual expense Area wide transportation study „; Urban mass transit study..... $ 4,500 $ 20,000 Assessment to ECIACC..." " ' 19,742 23,745 Assistance to ECIARPC........................ " 1,020 11020- ' ••• 1:333 1.333- Total contractual expense :$ 26,595 $_46,098 Total Expense - ..... •... ,.,,•$151.453 " ' 5167.089' EXPENSE IN EXCESS OF INCOME....,• .$(14,779) FUND BALANCE, JULY 1, 1973...... $(36,872) ADJUSTMENT FOR PRIOR YEAR:. $ 42,075 1,454 $ 40,621 FUND BALANCE JUNE 30, 1974..-•=-•-: $ 25,842 See notes to financial statements. vrr-n NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Summary of Significant Accounting Policies " Income and expense are recorded on the books on the accrual basis. During the year ended June 30, 1974 a grant from the federal fe government, Urban Mass Transit Administration, in -30, $ 093 was recorded on the books as income. the amount of fe A contract with the University of Iowa was signed whereby the University -would -do a portion of the work required -ori -the Federal grant. As of June 30, "egg the University of Iowa has completedandbilled Johnson County Regional Planning Commission $19,742.07. This amount has been recorded as an expense in the current fiscal year. The work by the University was completed in October 1974 and an additional bill was submitted in the amount of $2,862.73 for work performed inthe- fiscal year ending June 30; 1975, In prior years depreciation was figured , office furniture and equhowever, it has been deon fixed assetstesuch bee unnecesrmined"to l sary for-determing ipment, fund balance that would be available - to be used in next fiscal year,therefore'no additional depreciation has been accumulated. Office equipment purchased during .the ,year has- been expensed. - Fund Balance The beginning fund balance of $42,075 has been adjusted to record some expenses that should have been included in the prior year but the invoices were not submitted until October or -November of 1973. The ending fund balance of -$25,842 is reduced by equity in fixed assets of $5,398 and amount due to the 'University in the amount of $2,862.73 for work on Urban Mass Transit grant performed in fiscal year ending June 30, 1975 thus leaving a balance of $17,581 available for general operating_ expenses in fiscal year ended June 30, 1975. Budget Certain salary amounts exceeded original budget amounts because a 5% raise was granted effective January 1, 1974 and an excelerated merit increase was granted to certain staff members for performing certain duties in addition to their regular duties. VII -5 O O 33 K W o En 77 0 -.- O n W v fJ.� N r• OD..0 N W W G v M '"t r n Is ,� rt r• rt O r 1711 17n n CL vW O O O W d W G W r a w a 7 a aK, 7 O W 7 W (D N rt rt wCD Mw -_- N y N - 7 ^ - rn CD x L -0 c m ro rt nrD - . b 7 y... W -y- (D- W rt -- 7 7 ; r, VI Ul ✓ A '' �, J C N n U, C'✓ 4 W �. AQ` _ - . �. Q, co - � 0 - ✓ ✓ 41 , .III 10 10� ID COD 'D Otn ~ ✓ Us VI ✓ N ✓ tJ C �. 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C, to b A W t0 41 - r -r O to vl a, - tp.. -tD 00 v. ✓ O` 01ID C, o CD p vCD � � n ✓ to rD J V v .r 17, to to ID M O`IQ- (The Actions of the Committo, (con'd)) Citizen input from was secured a puhlic meeting; written proposals from agenci^s gild IvtIers front iindivi'dnals, orl,an- izations and conu.,ittccti. It was decided to do a sutvcy and cxccllent coopan u ertiowa; secred front L 1 e llnivcsity, r with a result that the committee has been advised that tile survey represcnt5 itstatistically valid cross section of feeling as ' to priorities. Details as to methodology can be found in the paper by Sheran Matson (see Appendix 2). The Committee has organized the information received as ob- ' jectively as possible. At the same time other factors were recognized. Funds for certain projects are available through ' other sources. 7f these Grant funds are used for items admit - telly listed as given by (IUD, preference such as Planning and Capital Improvements, then General Revenue Sharing funds can be used for other needs such as Services. 1 It -- is expected that other rcqucsts will be received and these_ will be forwarded to City Council and further adjustments in priorities made. In the final analysis, the City Council will ' determine the Plan. City staff has shored with the Committee such work plans or ' studies as Capital Improvement Program 1976-1980, Urban Renewal" and General Comnunity_Goals. The staff was very helpful with technical information and present status of some programs. 'rhe ' - Committee has made every effort to include projects which the City staff has recommended come out of Community Develop- ment funds. ' For the success of the Block Grant concept, the Committee feels Citizen Participation provides an important ingredient. It` ' will have limited value, however, without the ongoing commun- ication between citizenry and Council and a conscious plan to keep their confidence in the process. 1 1 1 SUMMARY OF crriZSN INPUT - ' The following chart represents concerns which have been pre- Thcrc were both groups rented to the Steering Committee. A few presented their ' and individuals expressing_themsclvcs. concerns verbally at the public hearing or during our Commit- wrote a letter but most who spoke with us also tee meetings, All of the letters received by the Committee of explanation. file EACH LE'C'CER IS SUMMARIZED IN APPENDIX I. areon and ' Che ries listed on the chart are those used in the ran- The Categolists suggestions made 'file sample survey. last column domwhich Community Development funds, but could use (lousing and included in the survey Categories: were not The numbers which follow each projectcategoryrepresent ' the number of times it has been endorsed. ` Parks and Recreation and 0 cn S acc (11) - Many different o par s-an recreation were mentioned but one par- of aspects included on the survey was the use ticular concern not schools after hours. Sewers (7) - Needs in this area were expressed. This cate- along Ralston gory covers the trunkline-sewers and sewers Creek. ' Com rchensivc Plan (l.0) - Many noted this as an important point that we must area an most U1 t]tose made the emphatic ' use Human Needs Planning as well. llousin Code (4) - Housing code enforcement was mentioned by housingrehabilitation severa an in all cases a concern for was also included. Architectural Barriers (6) - Providing access to public build- Money from Ings or t e an icapped was important to several. funds can be used for public }lousing and Community Development walks, and loans for improvements in ' - buildings, streets and businesses and private dwellings. Amenities (1) - One group felt this needed funding. Nei hborhood Center (lo) - Included in this category are not When a per- -_ only t nee_ or a center but also the services. which might be housed in son expressed the need for a service a center it was put in this column. 1 _. 3. 4 ' (Summary of Citizen Input (Con't.)) Mass Transit (R) - Need for support of the mass transi.t system ' was presented and also the need to expand its services. Ralston Creek (9) - Flooding and sewers affected by the Creek t were of concern in this category. Day - Day Care needs were mentioned by -a icw-groups. —Care_(4) this is a much needed service but that it should be included as part of the activities of a Neighborhood Center. Senior Citizens (16) - In this category is the need for a ' Senior Citizens' Center and also any servi.ccs needed in this area. Architectural Barriers is closely associated, too, because the handicapped include some senior citizens.' ' Human Resources Center (3) - This column is deceptively light because all the possible social services mentioned were marked under Neighborhood Center.. This column only reflects the con- '- cern for the Yuman Resources Center itself. Recycling (1) - One group has endorsed recycling, and expects to present specific recommendations in the near future. 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Yleo• • N..It\ COMMUNITY NEEDS SURVEY fn December 1974, the Iowa City. Citizens Steering; Committee for the Ilousinl; :ind Community lleveIopment Act conducted a random sample survey of the community. The Committee felt this would be a viable method of ascertaining the needs of persons in all segments of, -the -population and would reach people who otherwise have little or no input into city government. Sheran Matson, a member of the Steering Committee, acted as survey coordinator, utilizing the resources of the University of Iowa for obtaining sampling method, computer programming and analysis of the survey. Dr. Leon Burmeister, university instructor in sampling theory and survey technique, provided- methodology for random sample according to income strati I fication. Low and moderate income was determined as being 800 of the median income in Iowa City, or 57,750. -and below. A 3% sampling, or 500 of the total city households, was sufficient to obtain a valid sample for the Committee's pur- poses, according to Ur. Burmeister. A Johnson County Ilealth Department map of housing conditions in Iowa City was used for strata definitions. Fifteen households per survey block were i.nterViewed. The survey questionnaire (Appendix 3) consisted of demographic information; a list of thirteen possible city projects, to be ranked by the respondent in order of 'importance to her/him, which could be funded by HUD Community Development funds; and a question inviting the respondent to add her/his ideas for projects to the survey's list. A pretest of the questionnaire was conducted at Mark IV, a low -to -moderate income housing project in Iowa City. The community survey was made the following week by members of the Steering Committee and approximately 50 volunteer citizens. Computerprogrammedresults of the survey were available in January 1975, showing 371 samples of the original 500 to be valid. The following chart (Appendix l) gives the order in which the survey's thirteen proposed projects were ranked, with age and income groups, plus number of samples obtained from each, being noted. The continual expansion and improvement of the city's mass transit system; an integral 'part in thecommunityfor our senior citizens; a comprehensive plan conducted by the City to help ensure its own humanistic and economic growth - survey results attest that these are clearly concerns of Iowa Citians in all age and income categories. A regard for mmbmMb ■� m ;a o ..w n� wzz n� z cnn M 7'-- D A iM oc oo •v n.cn. n�7 -3 '.i M H .r C- C) •r Cy C t'1 i O D M .'U % .�-• y. AH -A A - t'7 (n ✓ '� y 7. t r- (n M M �v r, .-, M cn cn CION 7y 1Hi MA7 . DC AM .. O cn - , rn„ - 10 t7l _.. � O 7. 0 tcn -a _ O - M rrf r cn A C'1 - 1-r r ,=, H A i H r. t7 cn y n n% 1- fr O 00 H z A tb M .'i. D trrJ Gr IJ O dJ .... r,,. + n M I— r Uj. N �' ' r n cnf-I En ' ..y M (YI LJ .D p L W O _O a CnN W w a ~ y 7 + + h+ vl N 1' -v' In Ln H ry 0 D r r, to rn ry Ly O o M 0 V N w T a m o 1-+ v, W- �' + O N. In H 'CAI to N 41 y - - Ln _..-.0 - pA.. En r F F M W N til V O arl (71 W L W N Ui N 1 W N N N to N p �... v 1--� 1--� N•G n V W W V O W. a N N rt 0 G Em 0 _ cn W (ii ° a n n w r• - ' 1 SUMMARY Oi'. PROPOSAI.S-- 1 The following is a summary of proposals presented to the in the same order as Citizens' Steering Committcc, numbered the in 5 -year budget proposal. In�e�esicnationof that found the of the proposed project isfollowed ]the of the title date the proposing agency or individual, y in which the.proposal was made. ' presentation or the letter For detailed information about a given proposal ,'the read- Appendix. more is referred to the written proposals` found in the from the er In some cases, details have been obtained separate included in the summaries below. written proposals - these are specific recommendations by the Committee will be Finally, found in several of the summaries. 1. Human Needs Planner (Social Services Committee, Johnson 11/25/74): osal County Regional Planning Commission, the hiring of a Human Resources Staff Person, to con- ' is for duct a human needs analysis and develop a comprehensive plan by the City stats Empha- to complement that being` developed development and coordination of social sis will be on the services. The Committee sees coordination as one of tile most important problems in the social service are. We urge all with the levels of government and private agenciestowork a viable coordinating mechanism. Human, Needs Planner toward might be hired by the City or by the Regional The Planner Planning Commission. Cost: $20,000 for one year. (See pro- posal for timetable of planning activities. 2. United WaZ Inf:ormation and Referral Service (United Way, s empha- 12/2- - is_service its tic ommittee general coordi-nation of social services. Its ' sis on planning and The United.Way also recommend- cost will be $14,000 per year. the Mayor's Youth Employment program, but it was. ed funding of would probably be ineligible under * r agreed that this program y ' Title I funds. 3, "Skills Unliminted" Th o, Centeru- (Go dandlremodelings, 3. t e ' -'Inc propose ca is or p "Me Too" at 26 S. Van Buren. A description of the of the old is included in the written proposal. The program's_ activities. is expected to be a self:-sufficientoperation, requir- to program ing no Title I funding beyond the first year. According - Planning Division, the Pat Hanrahan, Director of United Way by City, with City responsibility ' Center could be owned the by Goodwill Industries. Cost: $60,000 for pur- for upkeep, or chase + $15,000 for remodeling.-- - -- --- 1 g 1 I - _ ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) 11/2/74) 4. River Corrido' Illlvinclmces pnt Rrt]alronndtin}mof the: cnnsnl 1'hc tote Studyp ccuisition and devclopuicnl of tant hired by the City to 20 000 }las been fundremai Park space along the Iowa Jtiver ($ The remainder the City, $29,000 well come from Title l funds) The to be ($380,000) will go for purchase of Riverf:ront p 1 y developed later according to plans drawn up by the consultant. 5, Parks and Recreation (Parks and Recreati-on-Commission, 12/2 - T e of owing outline corresponds to rojectswritten being comments of Sarah Fox, but includes onl thosan� not funded funded under the osmit ee'as withctheeendorsement of a River under another P PIn many instances, cosi details are derived ' Corridor Study). from a subsequent memo from Gene Chubb, Director of Parks and Recreation (which is attached to Ms. Fox's Proposal). _ I. Evaluation and Planning Studies 2. Recreation Study Park attitudes — Recreation and , uses, and needs - Cost: $16,000- Acquisition and of Parks and Open Spaces II. d Developmenu Ac isition is funded 1. River Corridor Development: Ac Acquis' of the Mesquakie in :a previous proposal and Sturgis Ferry areas, and of East Ball Diamonds will cost $205,000. 2. Hollywood Manor Area - Acquisition of $101,000.Ost 550,000' and development $51,000-- Total 05 ost$70p 3. Northeast Area — Acquisition will cost $70,000. and _ development $33,000. - Total of .$103,000. TOTAL $409,000. Facilities III. Development and Rehabilitation of Existing year - _ 1. Public Tree Planting Project - $30,000 per y $150,000 Total. Improvements: .for -Norah Market 2, Neighborhood Park Imp Reno Street, and College Bill Street, Happy Hollow, surfaces, apparatus, Parks, including shelters, landscaping, etc. Total of $39,725. ' 3. City Park Improvements - while some $964,000:is called , for under the Brauer Report's Plans for a modcT City Park, the Committee has chosen to fund only requests designated by Sarah Fox on priority items. These include: $150,000 to compleplaygroundkand work on renovation and bicycle paths; $45,000 for playground $g 000 apparatus; $100,000 for pond stabilization; , for a spray pool; $20,000 for 'log cabin rehabilita tion; and 550,000 for ramps and resurfacing - Total $373,000. 10 - 1 1 ,.1 1. 1 1 4. Recreation Center Expansion — This includes all work exclusive of the parking lot and creek hank, as listed in the Fox proposal Total $182,500. S. Neighborhood Park Improvements (in addition to #2) - These are listed in the Chubb memo, and include work on Brookland, Court Hill, Crandic, Fairmeadows, Hickory Hill, Dtercer,-Villa and Willow Creek Parks Funding of a bandshell, an ice rink -and _Westside tennis _facility ,are not recommended at this time. Funding for a -Westside pool is included in -a separate proposal. Total $270,000: 6. Others Camp Cardinal Acquisition calls for prior study and is not included in tentative funding. Bikeways are funded in a`separate proposal (see capital investment plan proposal). IV. Architectural Barrier Removal --Removal of. barriers _ or better access by e er y and handicapped persons is included in Neighborhood ParkImprovements (III -2 and ITT -5 above), City Park Improvement (III -3) and Recreation Center Expansion (III -4). Further funding is contained in a separate proposal. V. Recreation Pro rams'and Services -^ The 'Committee is o the opinion teat existing programs, such as the After School Elementary Recreation Program, are not eligible for Title I funds. TOTAL: $1,440,225. 6. Children and Family Resource Center (Community Coordinated CETMI Lare, 1 1 4) - The proposal callsforconstrue - tion of facilities to house Project Headstart (daycare), Visiting Nurses' Association, and Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (IIACAP). The cost is projected to be $151,776. In addition, facilities for a "Satellite" daycare facility in a high -need area are proposed, at a 7.1 costofsome $25,000. The Committee believes that both portions of the proposal deserve funding, but asks that the expenditures be postponed until social -services 'plan- ning has been undertaken In the first instance, a human needs analysis may show that the three agenciesarebest housed in some combination with other agencies, possibly in a Human Resources Center (see laterdiscussionof this concept). _In the second instance, the rating (in the Committee's needs survey) of daycare below neighborhood centers suggests the need for inclusion of "satellite ' daycare facilities within neigbborhngd ccnte-rs wb7ch pr.9- Vide health, educational, recreational, and other ger*vicesi. 11 (Summary of. Proposals (Con'd)) as well. Thus, the Committee encourages the 4C's organization to work on the development of such neighborhood facilities in and place of isolated daycare facilities. Both Child,require Family_ Resource Center and satellite Facilitieses, then, q further study according to the concept of coordinated social services. we feel however, that funding or t e enter should be allocated, pending the results of such study. Cost: $151,776. 7. Mark IV Nei hborhood_Center (Mark IV Socialrovidecdaycarer� 12/1 e proposa is or a facility to p library, recreational, and Breakfast Program services for children, as well as social activities spaceforadults. It iversity would serve the Mark IV, Hawkcyc Apartments, a °includes Heights areas. A revision o[ the written proposal facilities for 50 children and a total of 5,300 sq. ft. in- door and 2,500 sq. ft. outdoor space. Total cost will be $147,500 plus the cost of land acquisition, providing a total estimated cost of $150,000. The Commi tea feels that this proposal fits the concept of neighborhood centers as described in our needs survey, and we therefore recommend immediate funding of the proposal. 8. Removal of Architectural Barriers The need for coordina- tcd p arming to meet t e nee s c e erly and handicapped persons was presented at our December 11, 1974, public 'meeting by representatives of the Johnson County,Committec'for the Handicapped. It should be noted that the Parks and Recreation proposal described above includes considerable remedial action in making public recreation facilities accessible to the elder- ly and the handicapped. The Committee recommends, in addition, specific attention to the needs of these personsinthe devel- opment of a Comprehensive Plan, and coordinated planning by the City staff working on the Comprehensive Plan, the Human Needs Planner hired under anaboveproposal, and the E-cologi- cal Barriers bcoI�ilsepossible thatof the sanconsultant willeneedr the Handicapped. to be hired to deal with the special problems of the handi- capped-in._public housing and recreational facilities The Committee has discussed the possibility of adding an architect to the City staff to deal with such problems. To cover funds the cost of such planning and coordination�henCommitteed to lrecommends for remedial construction activities, the allocation of $203000 for the first year. 9. Swimming Facilities (Dick Buxton, 12/17/74 letter) - This proposa calls or a 5o% -subsidization by the City of construc- tion of swimming Id at the three high schools in Iowa City. The subsidization would open up use rd these faciGenelities rbuhb,twille public. The-cost'Of each por)l. according; to be about $500,000; and the City's share would therefore he 12 COn'd)) Dols propos C two new P Of 1 rol 1iOPcs that uhlic swim- (Summary The Commi tcc ability of P recommended• Dol. the_avai]` therefore - for the 000 Per P -The the 500,000 is issue $250, al of $• a bond the school ' would SufficientlyA tot. de{cat of facilities• -°f -the recent the ahi]ity °demonstrated ming in View facilities, must be wo recommend llowcvcr, such 500 of the costs As a result, of ct�.on of its funds. ding -Passage construr to meet of Title 1 de before Pcn district roposal be before comm�tmf the P = Ralston that funding of CT (The Pro - another re _ and Sewer ?74 letter the Creek Cloodin 1 lltant_to_analYye Creek, 10. Ralston or O° ssoc�at fn1'consu along Ralsfo a11e- Creek c,(,the_}ilring rC5idents measures calls for robIcros and long term coordination Of Posod scdebo h short require-Con5ervation flooding and This will ed by the _ Sur - and to rccommen as the ,000 ' viating these bl elms. data develOnecrs) well _ of $_ endent study Cor1,s of 1 -:ng The allocatioln add 10 ion, indep the U. . to date. ended. to cover Service and sled recomm 000 vey of data 11 Planning is of downstream dredging, all allocation downstream roblem for such analy such as including P recommcTmsneasures Neighborhood the Commltoicshort- removal of obstacicreek the costs caning and RalStoll�50,000. ou as recommunde Total costa se o thorough C1 d f bridges); Prof for purcha in nations' °sal A PrOP°sal is found ' Assoc Center the Close Mansion Citizens' Supervisorsofl-toof ll. Senior r. Ino e Ing o Board of d the cost 000; eQuipment an ,]ohnson County establi he 00• from the contact has remodeling at may not lett ent a letter 74 Subsequ air and interior funds air conditofnsuchat $64,1 1,7e Sur - 'Ind foundoflOentral heat dna commitment facility. the cost that of the until a sur- believes and location POS separate Proposal The Committee the size funding be P that funded in allocation be justified by fore, needs (. the recommended ever recommend, there should ' citizens$175,000 Is this WOok I r vey of sensor leted. ears below) is cthe sec and third additional rdepending upon in each of remodelingtizens, facility osal for a the cost of suchSenior A general PTOP from the cost of aournew elderly citisens• a letthat senior contal abelievea as part of the needs 0 - zens' centeTfhe Committee ' new senior 12/30/7`1)' o be deCel ,$ 29000 should be on, 1Velsh ( might also tim the Close k thei e in th Robert facilities In the mean for Citizens centers• of the followinghat facility 300), drapes ($7 and ' ne00 ighborhood urchase enJoy $125) and allocated for P.or citizens moos table that our seni 125} P 2 Card tables se magazines ($ 50).. lamps 5100) short run=lies (100), radio 4$readinS craft s" color TV (5500) chairs, -- l3 loss:_ _ Com rehensive and liuman Needs '•ldhas'•requestcd $130,000 rehensivc plan :for A. for a 2 year°Stu dy tordevelop a comp The written out - for a 2 Y grow of the community• controlled g rehensive Plan Program contains ro osed Comp economic base, environmental line of the P P ulation, arks and such elements as p°P transportation, hous'll parks resources, land use, community facilities. recreation and open space, co tonal Planni.ng Commis - Committee recommends maximum cooperation between City staff and the Johnsapcomniehensve plan. The creation ment of. the Sion in developing our recom- of a joint committee to ovcrseintaddition�P plan i.s a healthy beginning • Separate Human Needs mcndaftion o L the hi.ring_oE a importance his Planner (above) suggests the services planningtand Committee places upon socialFservices P coordination. Other areas o. concern which have been brought to the Commi.ttec'soortandltileon lelderlyl,eandh care, especially for the p see 12/4 letter preservation of historic resources: ( 12/13 from Advisory Council on Historic 1 Pr75eletter from Mr. letter from Adrian Anderson -and l/3/ Anderson). Both deserve marke cmPhasis in the devel- opment of a comprchcns:ivc p Rivcrf:rontRalston B. In addition to the Recreation, , s des- Creek/sewer and Architectural al studiesBarrisdeservefunding• cribccl above, several SP - - These include: As described in (L) Senior Citizens' Needs Survey: the discussion of the Senior Coflaeconsultant This might involve the hiring by Concerned and/or coordinated ir_oorganizations. Cost: $12,500. community and County Study: This was proposed in a letter from (2) Library of com- the Board -of TrusteeswouldhinvolveCatsurveyc blic Lo brary (?2/9/74): recreational, and education munity informational, survey and needs. The projected cost of such a ?0 000 program planning be a consultant is $ Coordinated Child Care Program Develop - (3) Community_ 000 for short-term menta A request for some 53,ded hiring of a consultant iscanCprecedenatdecision .on proposal. Such planning The hiring of construction of specific facilities. if specific atten- a consultant might not bee needed re needs by the City staff: tion can be given to day or human needs planner. (4) Public Saf.cty-Ile:ulquartcrs Study: This is listed in the City's Capital lnvcstmentsolt1 25f00Uor �iSini year 1977, at a cost to the City 14 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) - general, the Committee hopes that augmented City staff ' and a human needs planner will be able to undertake thereby precluding the hiring some of thcsc-studies, of consultants. ' 13. Cable �cievision (Robert R`elsh, 12/30/74) - The proposal p" ownPr�hip, is forroa(TGaix COimnuni.cations System tinder will provide a 25�o down a $150,000 per year over 3 years nd a cable system on a turnkey-basis a ment for installation of the operational deficit which such a system incurs would cover in its first two years. The system would be expected to oper- The Committee stands ready ate at a profit by the third year. $450,000 as requested provided to recommend the allocation of public support for such a system is demonstra- ' that sufficient ted. Therefore, the Committee recommends postponement of demonstrated funding until the second year, contingent upon ...public interest. 14. Urban Redevelopment (Capital lmprovements_Plan) -The City for the hiring of addi.- staff. as rcquestc ,000 per year for code enforcement. In addition, Hick ys- ' - tional staff advisWollmed the hauser, Senior Planner - Community Development) has advised the ;. =bo--sufficient Committee that $100,000 initial outlay should ti of low interest loans to homeowners ' to begin a program recommends $100,000per year for loans�� landlords. The Committee , and and grants toward housing rehabilitation, harrier removal a Housing-Rehabilita remedying of private sewer hookups."-Such ♦, be administered by a City or County ' tion Loan Program could Commission _(the Committee recommends investigation of both possibilities). 15. Amenities (C.I.I'.) - The term refers to the cost of trees, . in the Urban Renewal. area. $ZS8,000 sculptures, parkways, etc., Renewal funds remain available for this purpose, and '- of Urban the City staff: has not yet determined how much additional money a lack will be required for amenities. In addition, there was survey. Therefore, of public interest as reflected intheneeds budgeted no funds under this category. ' the Committee has 16. Mass Transit (C.I.P.) - The Capital Investments Plan calls of a Federal ' for t e expen iturc of $7:31,400-as_the City's_share for of buses, bus shel- matching program. This will go purchase and communications equipment. the sur ters, bus stop signs, s survey, high standing of mass transit in the Committee's needs survey, service (inclu- ' the Committee recommends expanded transportation expenditures for ding subsidizing of S.E.A.T.S), additional acquisition would be given high priority. equipment ' 1:7. FirTruck A�c�(lUiSiti01) (G.-I.P.) - The Capital Investments e in fiscal year 1977. inclu es 1,��� for Purchase of fire trucks i (Summary of Proposals (Con'cl)) ' - The Cit is currently 18. River Corridor "Trunk Scwcr (f the ) y involve >n prc.tm�in�rY stuclimcntal tcs of the problem as rcqui.rcd hc- fore federal funds can be made avaapp rovedlablc rfor tboth ile 11the �treat- protection Agency. If. funding is approved merit plant and the trunklinc,-the City need _provide only 25% e the 'cost of improvements. This would e inmfailure 000 the Whether additional fundswillbe nelseno� known at this time. FPA to approve the entire ic works Di Rictardthatsstudy lofbthc trunk Dscwcrtwillhhelpdto�detelrminem the nature PA of sewer problems along Ralston Creek; that rpro funds may be available for a detailed analysis of those prob- l.cros, and that the City's share of matching funds for a de - tailed study can come from sources other than the Community Development Act. ' 19. Iowa Cit Iluman Relations Commission (12/2act letter) in The proposa is or an expans>on o �}tousinionandtpublic dealing with discrimination of jobs g accommodations. The written aprPsnclud researcher,�s the hand na �f two law students part -tame, part-time full time secretary for six months. Their tasks would include establishing a reference library, updating City ordinances, ' researching legalguidelines, writing-informatinlso included and initiating community education works, and the cost of are the costs of _equipment and materials, program. -:-sending the 9 Commissioners to -a National Training g Total.: $18,755. women's Resource and 20. Ra c Prevention and Crisos�Tonosedter (Center would offer a Action Center, 1. 0 ) - 1 P 24-hour rape crisis line, training of rape victim advocates, pamphlets, ' the services of a counselor, and a night-time escort service for women. It would also distribute lnresearchnthe rape build a library of resource materials, rovide self-defense speak to community groups, and_p problem, sp rou s• The written proposal re- problem, and sex therapy Ligroups merit, $13,200 for staffing, and quests 512,347.60 for eq p 497,60 does not $960 for operating costs. The total of $26, " include the cost of rental space, but rent is -not an eligible' ' Title I expense. Hopefully, the Center could receive Un500r sity funding for this expense. The total, then, is $26, for the first year, and (assuming the need for continued ' staff and operating costs) $14,150 for each of the following years. 1 PROPOSED ALLOCATIONS ' The chart that follows presents the proposed allocation of _ Community Development funds over the five-year tenure of the Ilousing and Community Development Act of 1974. Iowa City's' total Title i funds are $8,239,998 = $2,060,000 each of the - ' first three years, two-thirds that amount ($1.;373,332) the fourth year, and one-third of the amount ($686,666) the fifth - year. These amounts appear on the bottom line of the chart. ' The -total. expenditures proposed to date appear near the bottom of each year's column, and this figure is in each case followed in the line below it by the total funds unaccounted for to date. The two lines (Total Proposed and Total Discretionary) add up to the total available Title I funds for that year. The column to the far right represents the five-year totals in each category. ' Funding of a project in consecutive years has been proposed only for those projects which clearly demand ongoing funding (e.g. #2 - Information and Referral Center) or for those - ' proposals which request specific amounts over several years (e.g. 913 - Cable Television). 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' The Committee would again like to thank the City staff a-nd Council for their aid and cooperation during this process. ' Submitted by The Citizens' Steering Committee for the Housing and Community Development Act ' Horace Amidon Harry Baum ' Steering committee �C1 CDA Chi Care) cORRES Cord. Child within Comprehensive plan Greed (Comm. es Child care ' Ilene Daycare committee urges 11/l _qC Daycare Mighell (225 Koser) walls, proper care ' Clark 6 Betty dredge, concrete 11/3 _Ralston Creek: _ Riverfront-Commission plan - 11/21 endorses Comprehensive Bar Associationfrom the Association Honohan ( t be c exp Johnson Com Y for enditures• 12/2 _Future reCOn¢n Lanni g Prior eligibility of mass a transit Jay endations may to specific ss n re: __Recommends general PC1tY.p�tt°rney- -Suggests opinion of Section 570.201(a)(4) expenditures under State tion (1) contact conser- c-1 on Historic preservation historic State . to hi 'c resourcesPlaaner Check Advisory COQ eration Adrian Anderson, 52242) (2) 12/4 -Mayor must give cons (Mr. City, Iowa preservation Hall, Iowa Historic Yresery B-13 MacLean vation Commission, Register Creek (4) Housing Federal Reg_ r of en Commerce) (3) Ralston ` Byron Ross (Chambe 2) Urban RedevelOPmt 12/6 _(1) Mass Transit ' Tullis IV and for _. Rochelle Clinic for Women 12/6 Emma Goldman Health Care Services at Mark. -strong Y endorses ' senior citizens _ aid (A•A•R•P ) fission; Rehabilitation Center, A• c.FarW Housing commission; Human - ' 12/7 _(1) strengthen mP gP an, coord�nit d Way) (2) Services, Survey County _ (g) Senior Citizen's Needs ' chitectural barriers (4) Ar Voters human needs League of Women emphasis on ' 12/7 (1) sq -MR. plan- •t enforcement, Trans, esP, riverfront ed), code (2) Mass en Spaces, y Handicapped), (3) Parks 5 OP income, elderly ' (4) Housing (low rehabilitation drop-in daytime (5) flood control school-age; Sewage disposal lunch s afternoon ' (6) care -preschool: scale) (7) Child fall (sliding care Library educational needs Iowa City Public t advice ' Board of Trustees, informational, recreational, consultan 12/9 of community Lan)= Professional- -Survey of comP. human needs hood Center (Mark N) (as Part O be Part of Neig ' _Desire (711 Rundell) Esther Rine b gnth Davis (t) _ Creek 12/9 -Cleaning ofNow Aston 1 ' 12/9 Site Council Dec. 9 meeting -Mass transit (10C bus fare for elderly) (free parking for elderly in unmetered City lots) (shelters & benches) ' - -Development of both sides of River into park from City Park to Sewer plant -Improvement of Senior Citizen building, development of Senior Center 12/9 John Harper (Citizen's for a Better Iowa City) ' -Top 3 priorities: (1) Mass Transit (2) Low income Housing (3) Resolution Of Ralston Creek Problem Also, (4) Comp. Plan (5) Use of schools after hours 12/9 Della Grizel (530 Sheridan) -Correct Sewage Backup in:S.E. Iowa City (not part of Ralston Creek problem, but result of illegal connections to sewer system) 12/9 Jean Spector Volunteer Service Bureau -Use of schools after hours / Old _Post Office or similar community agencies center 12/10 Nancy Seiberling (Project GREEN) (Comp. Planning, to include: -urban development, trunk sewers, open spaces and natural resources, historic site preservation, recreational opportunities, pPortunities, ' Expanded trunk sewer system / Acquisition of land along Ralston Creek (Green Belt, flood control measure) / Acquisition of land along Iowa River / Development of parks and open spaces -Strengthening of City's planning staff 12/11 Marilyn Blake (AFSCME) ' -Mass Transit / Senior Citizen's Center with Medical facilities 12/11 United Way Planning Division - -Advance Planning Money, especially for HUMAN NEEDS PLANNER - 12/11 Fredine Branson(HousingCommission) -Rehabilitation of housing with provision for home ownership -Transportation usable by elderly and handicapped -Under Title II, additional units for elderly and low -rent housing ' 12/11 Human Relations Commission -Proposal forthcoming` 12/12 Sue. Futrell (ISPIRGRecycling .Committee) ' -solid waste resource recovery not urgently needed, but need to work toward (1) collection of glass and metal (2) treatment of same (3) estab- lishment of regional recycling system' -Specific recommendations forthcoming in a few months 12/12 Richard Bartel (Johnson County Board of Supervisors) ' (1) Senior Citizens' Center is well established, but needs pool table, games, craft supplies, books, magazine subscriptions, window drapes (2) Close Mansion should be restored, but after repairs and remodeling, ' including: roof replacoment, fourklation repair, ,ceatra.I h�� and some interior remodeling (3) Recommend low cost daycare centers located throughout city (4) Preserve Donnelly's "as a fine old Irish bar" 3- 12/13 12/13 Adrian Anderson (StateHistoric Preservation Officer) ' -Title_I gives opportunity to develop preservation plan for the community's_ historic resources - (This letter was sentprior to the .Committee's contacting Mr. Anderson) ' 1 12/17 Dick Buxton (supplement to presentation at public_ meeting) -City should offer to share in construction of swimming facilities at City, West, Regina High Schools, providing health and recreational ' facilities for all Iowa Citians. The 'offer should be for (e.g.) 50% of the costs, with a maximum (e.g.) of $175,000/year for 3 years, as the City's share for each of the pools. 1 12/18 James Harris -Planning money should be earmarked for study and proposals concerning housing for those whose needs are not met by the private real estate ' market. These should include: (1) Evaluation of low and moderate income housing needs; (2) Evaluation of spatial distribution of housing, with effort to ' increase housing in central city --with local version of write down, use of eminent domain; (3) Use of Section 8 (H&CD ACT) for investigation independent of Housing Commission and City staff, in order to formulate citizen ' position; (4) Use of other federal subsidy programs (e.g., 202,236); (5) Investigation of needs of, married students and of University's ' - policy framework, with 'promotion of downtown married student housing; (6) Use of social services relatedtohousing-needs,delineation of - new -services toanswer -unmet needs; (7) Evaluation of feasibility of public assistance in housing re--. habilitation. 1 12/18 Ralston Creek Neighborhood Association -Urge hiring of consultant for comprehensive Ralston Creek watershed management plan, to include interim and long-term solutions to flood- ' ing and sewer problems -Emphasis upon interim measures to be studied and impelmented as soon as possible (e.g., dredging of accumulated sediment is desirable, ' should be quickly studied and implemented) -Ralston Creek Coordinating Committee should share the responsibility for formulating job description for consultant, interviewing applicants, ' and making recommendations to City Council. 12/26 IOWA CITY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION = ' --equal employment opportunity, access to public accommodations and housing --HRC processes complaints, informs and educates community; need-for--- eed for-planning ' planning --PROJECTS:.(1).Establish reference library (2) Send commissioners to national training program (3) Update local ordinances (4) Draft city ordinance on affirmative action (5) Research federal, state, ' model` guidelines (6) Write informational booklets (7) Plan and .implement community workshops --COSTS: (a) 2 law students 1/2 time for 6 map.. (Cor Projactp. N3,4,5J ' _ $4,600 (b) 1 researcher 1/2 time for 6 mos. (for Projects #1,6,7) _ $2,000 ' -4- • • (c) l secretary full time for 6 mos. _ $4,370 (d) Reference materials, trainingfilms, office equipment ' and supplies, distribution of materials, telephone/travel, facilities rental (for.,workshops) _ $5,535 (e) National training program for 9 commissioners = $2,250 - TOTAL: $18,755 --Enclosures: (1) Description of Human Relations Coordinator position ' (2) Sample Agenda for NH Training Conference 12/27 - WOMEN'S RESOURCE 6 ACTION CENTER --RAPE PREVENTION AND CRISIS CENTER: Crisis line, training of victim advocates, hiring of counselor,escort service (2 radio dispatched cars), ' - distribution of information pamphlets, resource library, self-defense training, rape research, sexual therapy groups, regional conference --Need about 1,000 sq. ft. of rental space = 7 Equipment costs (include radios, cars, office equipment, gym mats) ' = $12,347.60 Staff: 1/2 time coordinator, 1/2 time counselor, 1/2 time secretary, self-defense instruction coordinator, part-time research assistant (9 mos.) ' _ $13,200 Operating costs: $950 ' Total: $26,497.60 +-RENT for first year = about $30,500 (4 $14,150.00 + RENT for, following years = about $72,600 yrs.) $103,100.00 ' --Enclosures: (1) Job description: Coordinator (2) Sample training for rape victim advocates 12/27. __ HORACE AMIDON (830 N. Dodge) --Recommends (1) Rebuilding of west side sewer, (2) Corrective measures along Ralston Creek (land acquisition and/or runoff control measures; disconnecting disconnecting of downspouts from sewers and, possibly, underground drainage systems from sanitary sewer mains), (3) Aid to Goodwill in acquiring old "Me Too", (4) Comprehensive study of river ' corridor ' 12/30 Robert Welsh (First Christian Church) --Need for intermediate health care facilities --Proposal for Broadband Communications System under public ownership ' $150,000 /yr. for 3 years would provide 25% down payment for installa- deficit tion of cable system on turnkey basis and would cover operational for first two years of operation ' Additional $150,000 in first or second year would accelerate development TOTAL: $450,000 (minimum) ' --Proposal for Senior Citizen's Center in Old post office (with adjacent - - housing for the elderly and handicapped) Purchase of site and rehabilitation of building; Leaning of adjaC_'nt ' space to non-profit corporation for construction of barrier -free living - unit The Center could house community facilities and services as well as ' educational and service agendas geared to needs of elderly 1/3/75 Adrian Anderson (Historic Preservation Officer) -Lists National Register properties and the Summit Street. District -Need for comprehensive survey of historic resources in the Iowa City area, prior to expenditure of Title I funds for preservation -Enclosure: Section of amended rules and regulations for HUD 701'funds. THE SURVEY At .the November 25 meeting of the Permanent Steering Committ2�e the issue of surveying the community _came to _the forefront. The Committee members reiterated their strong belief that to get a felling of what Iowa Citians believe are urgent needs in terms of community_ development an attempt must be made to reach those citizens who do not participate in organizational functions or are not likely to express their personal views in a public meeting. A random sample survey was suggested as a feasible way of obtaining this input within the time avail- able. The director of Community Relations _for Iowa City expressed Icer feeling that -a random sample survey of individuals was 'b'1't ven the limited time available and that in impossi i i i y g such a survey would only duplicate the survey proposed under the city's comprehensive plan._ However, members of the Committee pointed out again that this survey was necessary to obtain input from individual citizens as part of the process of determining the community development needs of Iowa City, one of the responsibilities with which the Com- mittee was charged. Also, despite the time limit of one month within which the survey would have to be initiated, carried out, and concluded, including analysis, a reasonable indication could be obtained based on a valid random sample. ' I'hus, it was decided unanimously to proceed by asking the City Council for $ISO to pay -for survey expenses. sIt was recognized that,.given this small allotment, the surveying, the key punching, the computer programming, and the survey - analysis would have to be done on a volunteer basis. I'he City Council -endorsed -the need for this random sample survey by granting $500 to the Permanent Steering Committee for survey expenses over the objections of the acting City Uanager and other city staff members as well as one member of the Council who said: I'm wondering whether the steering committee has a real handle on the scope of their job, because as I look over the members of the _steering committee, this is tl5ir initial ven- ture into city government ... 23 See Appendix P, "Minutes, CitizensSteering Committee .." November 25, 1.974. 24 The Daily Iowan, November 27, 1974. Sec Appendix G. (The Survey - Page II) ' Thesurveycoordinator, Sheran Matson, utilized the vast re- sources of the University of Iowa in selecting the method ' of choosing the random sample, in obtaining an applicable computer+,program as well as obtaining the computer services ` necessary for data analysis. ' Dr. Leon Burmeister, a professor in the Department of Preven- tive Medicine and Environmental. Health and an 'instructor in sampling theory as well as survey technique, provided the ' practical methodologyfor obtaining a random sample strati- fied according to income. Because Iowa City is not classi- income breakdown is fied as an SMSA, census data in terms of limited. The city planning department has income breakdown, only in terms of the census enumeration districts) each of block - - which includes several city blocks. Thus, there is no by -block breakdown by income strata. Therefore, an alterna- lterna-tive-sampling a block -by -block breakdown tive samplingmethod which included was needed. ' - It was here that Dr. Burmeister provided valuable input. He proposed using a Johnson County Health Department breakdown block -by -block basis according to housing ' of Iowa City on a condition. Granted housing condition is not the best indica- it valid tor of income status, but Dr. Burmeister felt was -a available immediately, an essential indicator and the data was factor in this case. - Using the housing conditions -as an indicator of income status, a stratified random sample was chosen based on a three percent ' sample of thetotalhouseholds in Iowa City. This three per- cent sample was sufficient to obtain a valid sample of Iowa, The sample ' City for our purposes according to Dr. Burmeister. was to be stratified according to high, middle and low income households. _- _Blocks within each of the five different housing condition the number of. .blocks breakdowns were numbered consecutively and based on fifteen households per block needed within each strata with the aid of -a random number table. _-The ,num- ' were selected ber of blocks needed within each strata of housing conditions was determined by the percentage of each strata present within in the total community.- In other words, the percentages used the survey sample matched the percentages within the total 400 households was deeded for a three community. A total of percent sample, so 500 households were picked for surveying on the basis of thirty-three and one half blocks with fifteen for households per block. Thus, a margin of 100 was allowed invalidity, failure to obtain 15 interviews on ' questionnaire the part of each interviewer, andothercommon survey problems. I (The Survey - Page III) --The list of housing strata and the breakdown for this survey was Definition_ No of hh No of blocks Strata %in Iowa City of strata based on 500 '(15hh each) blue 41.69 - good:all 208 14 dk. green 29.29 good`.80$ 136 9 1t. green 17.83 fair:20o 89 6 yellow 7.23 poor good 36 2.5 - red 6.02 poor good 30 2 Thus the Committee surveyed 33.5 blocks with the help of community volunteers. Each questionnaire was coded to keep track of which block and which -;housing strata it represented. 1 THE QUESTIONNAIRE25 Thus six' The questionnaire itself was designed to be short and yet obtain the information necessary for our purposes- ch would demographic questions were included`whreferencesaofovarious ross ht oint out the p number of persons 'in ' tabulation which mag P income, groups in Iowa City based on age, ears in residence in Iowa the householwa(i total number of y City, one breaking point was chosen as and whether the respondent was a homeowner or renter. ' This Under the income breakdowns, $7,750, which is 80$ oortantmedian becauseincome Actrdefineslthe target breaking point was imp the low and modesalediincan ome, ' groups under tncome his legislation, ercent of Iowa City's me - families, as earning less than 800 er the city based on the 1970 census. Eighty P than family income is $7,750. - thirteen of. the. questionnaire was a liatls�important The second page ment-needs which have emerged _ They community develop the city itself, of in ' to either organizations, on by all members of the Permanent were meant to cover the eligible activities under the legisla- tion, and were agreed up as fair a representation Of - tion, as constituting question, Steering ick upon individual needs as couldbe waseincludedtinhordermto PThe last on the first I development needs not included in our perceptions of community rovide some flexibility re an instrument which would read list of thirteen and in order to p answers while still mainning ily lend itself to analysis-rior to -the ' - instrument P Analysis of thehcesults showed waned A pretest was completed on the survey beginning of the actual very capable of giving plant lanation of the conprehensive p ' the questionnaire to be very _ Baas found to be with one exception. The exp retest respondents. This was determined by the one of the thirteen -items to be rank ordered, too vague to the p in ranking this _item with the oteaTonhthe e lack of any -consistency arentheses was changed wide teen. So the short explanation in p final questionnaire prior to its -implementation in the city- survey. and analysis The survey was completed -the w�Januarykend f6l,ecThe -nbeCommittee thatis Vofy is scheduled to be finished by anticipation, optimistic that this approach to citizen P is not heard eliciting the feelings of the citizen who normally from, will prove very useful in this endeavor as well as those yet to come. ' 25 See Appendix I, within one 26 A household constituted all individuals living within unit. CODE NO UNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS• Cottuaittee for the ' Steering Ilm.helping the Iowa City e a re�eel areIowa Hi, lam & mmunity Development findct tout who YOU like to ' Housing l,s residents I resident of PIS of Iowa City development whatsYOU.`as'a City's most urgent community to find out needs• spend a few minutes with y s most p ' Iowa City$ think are our city' Teasing - ' DR'0�a household No. of persons in 0-5 Age composition of households —6-10 —11-17 —18-25 —26-35 ' X36-5D —51-61 —62+_ ,. Total annual household incomes 99 Age of Respondents • 18-25 under 3000 9000-4999 -� 11000-1 X36-50 x-3000-4999-15000-24999 ' 51-61 'S000-7750 ---25000+ 61+ 7751-8999 Renter Homeowner_ Iowa City nt meds ears of residence in I development neeCamlitte. Total number of Here is a list of 13 possible coIlmitySroerinB the city itself or-members of the RANK ORDERING OF N Slued by Most important first and ,1�y y ave en order of importance With Wee Want...please put aortance ' Would Y° ;a „Z�,�'the Tedd-YOt feel second in �I�m s t it u rankit lamst�..Reme ani, ' ur °P ....Take your time... least i.mpo most � u feel least imports► . to put your lid with the need you =e 13, the wed Y° rtant to us. We are 6° What resider ending with a and usethem to determine help.deter- ' any hurry, Your list is his S �° sults of this rMy W11 sul city 1°pment all the others we BeIoCityss survey, el aro s needs. the startin B themselves feel Will spend their share °flease ra Housing 13 items your time. ' mine yet Iowa City a ars...SoT �l 13 of thetn...take pct funds on for the next thre Ye � this sheet) feel most im�po°rtant, and With the one Y� �ent'•but leave it atter (Hand the list to Te leve int needs in terms of facilities or AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA 1 Ortaie t0 them any is in out list which you feel are �a4 ' other camp FInally, are not been incl services Which have — items Y°u e Iowa City? Yes No If yes, what' o 1 re OW ul tis/these rank in re anon ' MjW YOU FOR YOUR T'W 1 PI�$,PLAYGROUNDS , & OT}IER HEC(ii?AT'IONAL ACTiV[TIES - (such u3_acquisition & development of' new park land, rehabilitation of existing parks & playgrounds ,"bikeways ) S14WIiR IMPROVi:MENTS rebu ld Iowa River Corridor sewers and build additional trunk - sewers) COUREHENSIVE PLAN FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & HUMAN RESOURCES ' (includes extens ve stud es and -plane ng- n such areas as,houeing, transportation,population growth,land use ... a necessary first step ' fcr Iowa City in applying for federal funds S: decision-making) HOUSING CODE ENrORCEMENT & HOUSING REHABILITATION expansion of current code enforcement activities & provision of -loans to landlords & homeowners for bringing housing up to 'code), REMOVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS WHIr,H RESTRICT MOBILITY OF HANDI CAPPED-& SENIOR CITIZENS '(provision of ramps, wider doors, & elevators in public buildings) AMENITIES TO CURRENT URBAN REDEVELOPMENT ' (such as pedestrian ways, malls, open spaces, tree^) NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER construction of facility &-provision of servicessuchas day care health care,' -social services, recreation, education,. & any other services which the particular neighborhood needs) ' MATCHING FUNDS FOR MASS TRANSIT PROGRAMS such as bus acqu e t on, bus station, shelters, stop signs) RALSTON CREEK acqu s tion of undeveloped land & flood control) DAY CARE construction or acquisition of facilities & provision of pro- grams) ' SENIOR CITIZENS'SERVICES construction or acquisition of facility or facilities to provide human needs services & a recreation facility) HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATION CENTER acquisition of construction of lacility to coordinate services of.agencies in the area of human needs & to act as a central information center) MnnERNIZATION OF CURRENT SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SYSTEM TO INCLUDE REC`fl:.LTNG 1 APPENDIX 4 Phe WRITTEN PROPOSALS listed below are on file in the office ' of the Director -of Community Relations, Iowa City 1; Nov. 11, Outline of Proposed Comprehensive Plan ' Program 2• Nov. 18, Memorandum on Capital Investments Pian Jo ' 3• Nov. 25, County�Regional cial vPlanning ices mCommitteehnson ' 4, Dec. 2, from Pat Hanrahan, Executive Director, - United .Way 5• Dec. 2, Mary Newhauser, Chairperson, Riverfront Commission 6 Dec. 2, Sarah Fox, Chairperson, Parks and ' Recreation Commission by 7. "Cost Estimates Related to Presentation ks and ' Sarah Fox Eugene Chubb, Director of Par Recreation. 8. Dec. 9, Goodwill Industries of. Southeast Iowa 9: Dec. 11, Community Coordinated Child Care (4C's) ' lo. Dec. 11, Mark IV Social Service Center 11. Dec. 17, Dick Buxton 12• Dec. 18, Ralston Creek Neighborhood Associations ' 13. Dec. 26, Iowa City Human Relations Commission 14. Dec. 30, Women's Resource and Action Center 15. Dec. 30, First Christian Church 1 ' INTItopuC'I' ION Phis i.s a report by the Citizens' Stccring Committee for the ' 1974-11ousing and Community Davclopmos for expenditures of Act, whose function has been the development of proposals Title I (Community Development)_ funds. Iowa City's "block grant" under the legislation amounts to $8.24 million, to 1 be allocated by the City Council in accordance with the provisions of the Act. This Committee's role in regard to the expenditures is an advisory one. As will be explained in the report, the Committee has placed a strong em - later later upon planning and coordination of community develop phasisment. It is our hope that specific expenditures will work towards this goal. It has been the goal of. -this Committee to tie, together the, ' g of the cit proposals for specific projects and the feelin izens of Iowa City as obtained from the random sample survey, and to recommend funding of projects accordingly. ' Ttte report contains an explanation of the Committee's his -1 tory, a summary of correspondence and presentations made by tory, idua]s and groups, a report on the Committee's Survey indivof community needs, a tentative 5 -year budget proposal, and a discussion of the Committee's perception of its future role in the community. : : ' CONTENTS PAGE History of the Committee 1 ' Summary of Citizen Input 3 Community Needs Survey 6 ' 8 Ranking of Survey Projects ' - Summary of Proposals _ 9 Proposed Allocations 17 ' Future Direction of the Committee 20 i APPENDIX 1: List of Correspondence ' APPENDIX 2:- Description of Survey Methodology APPENDIX 3: Sample Needs Survey APPENDIX 4: Written Proposals In addition, copies of all proposals and corre- spondence to the Committee are on file in the - office of the Director of Community Relations, Iowa City Civic Center, 410 E`Washington, Iowa City. Also on file are minutes of Committee ' meetings for the following dates: (Temporary Committee) Oct. 23, Nov. 4 and 7; (Permanent Commi.ttce) Nov. 11, 14, 25, Dec. 2,'4, 9, ll, 16, 18, 23, 30, Jan. 6, 7, 8 (1975). Finally, ' additional materials_ submitted to'the Committee are available at the same office. 1 1 1 - HISTORY OF THE COMMITTEE: Citizen Participation in the Housing and Community Development ct 01- 19/4 The (lousing and Community Development Act of 1974 -(Title f) is the source of a Block Grant to Iowa City. The first three years arefundedequally and the 4th and Sth years 2/3 and 1/3 of the initial grant. Certain items are eligible for funding and others are ineligible. The following report is a summary of the work of the Steering Committee and the pro- cess of citizen participation in the planning process. Federal Requirements It is in compliance with the Sect. ,570.900_,(d) of the Perform- ance standards of Program, Management that the Steering Commit- tee was established. As apart of the application for Block Grant funds, the City shall indicate complianace with this requirement (Sect. 570.906,b6)._ TheCityis to maintain records with respect to the citizen participation, 570.907 (b). Formation of the Steering Committee J - The City Council held a_public meeting on Oct. 2, 1974-whic h was advertised in the news media and invitations were mailed` to all known community organizations. To develop a plan for citizen participation was a difficult task, especially to obtain the feelings of the low and moderate income persons. As a part of the records is a paper written by Sheran Matson which describes 'the process which involved the Council Members, staff, citizens, students and University faculty. On Oct. 22, the City Council appointed a temporary committee of 11. This temporary Committee met on Nov. 4 to select from among a list of persons nominated by community organizations, especially those concerned with the needs of low and moderate income cit- izens, a Permanent Committee. The selection was made to in elude low to moderate income and to 'identify as follows:' homeowners, renters;students, senior citizens, day care-par- ent, are par-ent, welfare parent, handicapped blue collar and minority. Five to six women were to be appointed;' The Actions of the Committee The first meeting of the Permanent Steering Committeewason Nov. 7. Minutes of the meetings are on file. The first respon- sibilities of the Committee were: (1) identification of needs of low and moderate income persons; -(2)_determine the urgent - community,needs -and; (3) establishing priority ranking of these needs and; (4) develop -a 1 and 5 year plan. (The Actions of the Commit*.e:: (cou'd)) Citizen input was sect:i•ed from a public meeting; written proposals from agvnci^s and letters from individuals, organ- izations and comiaittecs. 1t was decided ,to do a survey and excellent cooperation was secured from the University, with a result that the committee has been advised that the survey represents a statistically valid cross section of feeling as to priorities. Details as to methodology, can be found in the ' paper by Sheran Matson (see Appendix 2). The `Committee has organized the information received as ob- ' jectivcly as possible- At the same time other factors were recognized. Funds for certain projects are available through other sources. If these Grant funds are used for items admit- ' tedly listed as given preference by HUD, such as Planning and Capital Improvements, then General Revenue Sharing funds can be used for other needs such as Services. ' It is expected that other requests will be received and these will be forwarded to City Council and furtheradjustmentsin priorities made. In the final analysis, the City Council will ' determine the Plan. City staff has shared with the Committee such work plans or ' studies as Capital Improvement Program 1976-1980, Urban Renewal and General Community Goals. The staff was very helpful with technical information and present status of some programs. - ' The Committee has made every effort to include projects which the City staff has recommended come out of Community Develop- ment funds. ' For the success of the Block Grant concept, the Committee feels Citizen Participation provides an important ingredient. It will have limited value, however, without the ongoing commun- ' ication between citizenry and Council and a conscious plan to keep their confidence in the, process. 1 1 - 2 son expressed the need for a service which M a center it was put in this column. v SUMMARY OF CITIZEN INPUT ' The following chart represents concerns which have been pre- both sented to the Steering Committee. There were groups A few _their, ' and individuals expressing themselves. presented concerns verbally at the public hearing 'or during our Commit- wrote letter but most who spoke with us also a tce meetings, of explanation. All of the letters received by the Committee file and EACH LETTER IS SUMMARIZED IN APPENDIX I. ' are on The categories listed on the chart are those used in the ran- dom sample survey. The last column lists suggestions made Development funds, but -which could use (lousing and Community were not included in the survey categories. ' 1'hc numbers which Lollow each project category represent the number of times it has been endorsed. ParksandRecreation and 0 en S ace (11) - Many different o par S an recreation were mentioned but one par- aspects included on the survey was the use of ticular concern not schools after hours. ' Sewers (7) - Needs in this area were expressed. This tate- along Ralston gory covers the trunkline sewers and sewers ' Creek. Com rchensivc Plan (10) Many noted this as an important emphatic point that we must n most Ui those made the area and ' use human Needs Planning as well. Housing Code (4)-- Housing code enforcement was mentioned by housing rehabilitation ' severlaff—a-FcFin all cases a concern for was also included. Architectural Barriers (G) - Providing access to public build- Money from ' -ings or the handicapped was important to several. funds can be used for public - dousing and Community Development walks, and loans for improvements in buildings, streets and ' businesses and private dwellings. -Onegroup Amenities (1) - -felt=this -needed funding.;_ Neighborhood Center (10) - Included in this category are not a p Wbe only the nued tvj a -center but also the services. hen er in son expressed the need for a service which M a center it was put in this column. (Summary of Citizen Input (Con't. 'MassTransit(8) -` Need for support- was presented and also the of the mass transit system need to expand its services. Ralston Creek (9) - Flooding and sewers affected by the -Creek were o concern in this category. Da Carc (4) - Day Care needs were mentioned by a ew groups. e ee this is a much needed service but that it :should be included as part of the_ac:tivitie's of a Neighborhood Center. Senior Citizens (10) - In _this category is the need for a enior ettizens' Ct ener and also any servicesneeded in this area. Architectural Barriers is closely associated, too, because the handicapped include some senior citizens. Human Resources Center (3) - This column is deceptively light der N a tie posse le social services mentioned were marked under Neighborhood Center. This column only -reflects the con- cern for the Human Resources Center itself. Recycling '(1 One group h to present specific ras endorsed recyclid expects and ecommendations in the near future.ex Some concerns mentioned in letters do not appear on the chart because -they did not fall. under (lousing and Community Develop- ment funding. 1 1 1 4 MwIM NCX, I••• I I •11X-. 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The Committee felt 1 this would be a viable method of ascertaining the needs of persons in all segments of the population and would reach people who otherwise have little or no input into city 1 government. Sheran Matson, a member of the Steering Committee, acted as 1 survey coordinator, utilizing the resources of the University of Iowa for obtaining sampling method, computer programming and analysis of the survey. Dr. Leon Burmeister, university instructor in sampling theory and survey technique, provided . 1 methodology for a random sample according to income strati- trati-fication—Low fication—Lowand moderate income was determined as being 1 800 of the median income in Iowa City, or 57,750. and below. A 3% sampling, or 500 of the total city households, was sufficient to obtain a vatid sample for the Committee's pur- poses, according to Dr. Burmeister. A Johnson County llealth Department map of housing conditions in Iowa City was used block for strata definitions. fifteen households per survey were interviewed. 1 The survey questionnaire (Appendix 3) consisted of demographic information; a li.st of thirteen possible city projects, to be ranked by the respondent in order of importance to her/him; 1 which could be funded by HUD Community Development funds; and a question inviting the respondent to add 'her/his ideas for projects to the survey's list. 1 Mark IV, a A pretest of the questionnaire was conducted at low -to -moderate income housing project in Iowa City. The ; - community survey was made the following week by members of 1 the Steering Committee and approximately 50 volunteer citizens. Computer programmed results of the -survey -were available in January 1975, showing 371 samples of the original 500 to be 1 valid.- The following. chart (Appendix 1) gives the order in which the survey's thirteen proposed projects were ranked, with age and income groups, plus number of samples obtained' ' from each, being noted. The continual expansion and improvement of.the city's mass transit system; an integral part in the community for our 1 senior citizens; a comprehensive plan conducted by the City to help ensure its own humanistic and economic growth - survey results attest that these are clearly concerns of ' Iowa Citians-in all age, and incomecategories. A regard for 1 _ Y z7 .'w W vire ns Y o M •� 7 r n y M to 0 0o M y y 1-1 to M '> ry fr7 00 •. 0 �. M rn In 7y 77 G7 - 77 H Y 7 N r T .j (n r s �7 / y Z r r. :;j H H o U)�a c') Y M A M o- tri m 71 r (n x `-1 z G'1 > M b to n c� c e .'w ni vire ns o M �� y py 4m 0 0o M y '> ry fr7 h7. •. �. M Y In 7y 77 G7 - 77 H n N .- 0 T .j (n / H :;j M D� o U)�a c') Y M A tri m r (n x f7 1 z G'1 > M b to n 0 0 H i �� 0 of,j e r r Lr I-' -ooc. 1 H O W A- ".. N-. r A+ 00 Oo t W N tD �I 00 + " o . 1 + 1 .- �- + + CD 1 - - 4 41 rn 1 V IJ W 01 lD A OJ O H to w O+ N to + 1 (/T r N r 41 A r r .1 Q• tD :00 r o -. w r N kc Lr< O c m M - ... 1... F• r O Ln _. tD 00 1- F. W N 41 V r - `l - A W N N N t-': F.a "0 rt r W K w w 00 F•1 r to r W i N. rJ r O O '� p0'CS z' Ctl GO Vl Q' tD W W A- �I A W E O onwC Jura r r - -ln W tD -iD -_.z _ _. r r 7 r w rt .t w w Y. ff r r r r rt r rt a a x r rL n r,r m 1 L. ■ Y, P - found in several of the summaries. 1. Human Needs Planner (Social Services Committee, Johnson County Regional Planning Commission, 11/25/74): The proposal - is for the hiring of a Human Resources Staff Person, to con- duct a human needs analysis anddevelopa comprehensive plan to complement that being developed by the City staff. Empha- sis will be on the development and coordination of social services. The Committee sees coordination as one of the most important problems in the social service are. We urge all levels of government and privateagencies to work with the Human Needs Planner toward a viable coordinating mechanism. The Planner might ,be hired; by the City or by the Regional Planning Commission. -Cost:- $20,000 for -one year. (See pro.- posal for timetable of planning activities. 2.' United IVa Information and Referral. Service (United IVay, 12/2 is service tits the Committee's general empha- sis -on planning and coordination_ of social services. Its cost will be $14,000 per year. The United Way also recommend- ed funding of the Mayor's Youth Employment program, but itwas agreed that this program would probably be ineligible under Title I. funds. 3. "Skills Unliminted" IVorksh0 Center - (Goodwill Industries, 12/9 - e,;proposa ca s or t e -purchase and remodeling of the old "Me Too" at 26 S. Van Buren. `A description of the program's activities is included -in -the-written -proposal. The program is expected to be a self-sufficient operation, requir- ing no Title I funding beyond the first year. According to Pat Ilanrahan, Director of United Way Planning Division; the Center could be owned by the City, with City responsibility for upkeep, or by Goodwill Industries. Cost: $60,000 for pur- chase + $15,000 for remodeling. ' SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS The following is a summary of proposals presented to the Citizens' Steering Committee, numbered .in the same order as that found in the 5 -year budget proposal. In each case, the title of. he proposed project is followed by a designation of the proposing agency or individual, and by the date of. the presentation or the letter in which the proposal was made.. ' For more detailed information about a given proposal, the read- _-- er is referred to the written proposals:_found,in the Appendix. In some cases, details have been obtained separate from the ' written proposals - these are included in the summaries below. Finall s ecific recommendations by the Committee will be L. ■ Y, P - found in several of the summaries. 1. Human Needs Planner (Social Services Committee, Johnson County Regional Planning Commission, 11/25/74): The proposal - is for the hiring of a Human Resources Staff Person, to con- duct a human needs analysis anddevelopa comprehensive plan to complement that being developed by the City staff. Empha- sis will be on the development and coordination of social services. The Committee sees coordination as one of the most important problems in the social service are. We urge all levels of government and privateagencies to work with the Human Needs Planner toward a viable coordinating mechanism. The Planner might ,be hired; by the City or by the Regional Planning Commission. -Cost:- $20,000 for -one year. (See pro.- posal for timetable of planning activities. 2.' United IVa Information and Referral. Service (United IVay, 12/2 is service tits the Committee's general empha- sis -on planning and coordination_ of social services. Its cost will be $14,000 per year. The United Way also recommend- ed funding of the Mayor's Youth Employment program, but itwas agreed that this program would probably be ineligible under Title I. funds. 3. "Skills Unliminted" IVorksh0 Center - (Goodwill Industries, 12/9 - e,;proposa ca s or t e -purchase and remodeling of the old "Me Too" at 26 S. Van Buren. `A description of the program's activities is included -in -the-written -proposal. The program is expected to be a self-sufficient operation, requir- ing no Title I funding beyond the first year. According to Pat Ilanrahan, Director of United Way Planning Division; the Center could be owned by the City, with City responsibility for upkeep, or by Goodwill Industries. Cost: $60,000 for pur- chase + $15,000 for remodeling. ar s, >nc u ing s e , Ipp , .landscaping, etc. Total of '$39,725. -- 3. City Park Improvements - While some $964,000 is called for under the Brauer Report's plans for a modelCity Park, the Committee has chosen to fund only requests designated by Sarah Fox on priority items._ These include: $150,000 to complete roadwork and work on bicycle paths; $45,000 for playground renovation and apparatus; $100,000 for pond stabilization; $8,000 for a spray pool; $20,000 for log cabin rehablUra- tion; and $50,000 for ramps and resurfacing -'Total $373,000. 10 1 (Summary of Proposals-(Con'd)) ' 4. River Corridor Development"(Riverfront Commis:;ion, 12/2/74) The tota o _ 000 in� cItides partial 'ftmding of the consul- , tant'hired by the City to Study acquisition and development of ' park space along the Iowa River ($20,000 has been funded by` _ the City, $29,000 will. come from Title I funds). The remainder ($380,000) will go for purchase of Riverfront-property to be ' developed later according to plans drawn up by the consultant. 5. Parks and Recreation (Parks and Recreation Commission,- ' 12/2 - The of owing outline corresponds to the written comments of Sarah Fox, but includes only those projects being funded under the Committee's recommendation, and not funded - under another proposal (as with the endorsement of a River ' Corridor Study). In many instances, cost details are derived from a subsequent memo from Gene Chubb,_ Director of Parks and Recreation (which is attached to bis. Fox's proposal). I. Evaluation and Planning Studies 2. Recreation_ Study - Recreation and Park attitudes,- uses, and needs --Cost: $16,000. ' II. Acquisition.and Development of Parks and OpenSpaces 1. River Corridor Development: Acquisition is funded ' in a previous proposal - Development of the Mesquakie and Sturgis Ferry areas, and of East Ball Diamonds will cost $205,000. -- 2. Hollywood Manor Area - Acquisition will cost $50,000 and development $51,000 - Total of $101,000. ' 3. Northeast Area - Acquisition will cost $70,000. and development $33,000. - Total of $103,000. TOTAL - $409,000. ' III. Development and Rehabilitation of Existing Facilities 1. Public Tree Planting Project - $30,000 per year ' $150,000 Total.' ; 2. Neighborhood Park Improvements: for North Market Street, Happy Hollow, Reno Street, and College hill P k1 d' h lters surfaces a aratus ar s, >nc u ing s e , Ipp , .landscaping, etc. Total of '$39,725. -- 3. City Park Improvements - While some $964,000 is called for under the Brauer Report's plans for a modelCity Park, the Committee has chosen to fund only requests designated by Sarah Fox on priority items._ These include: $150,000 to complete roadwork and work on bicycle paths; $45,000 for playground renovation and apparatus; $100,000 for pond stabilization; $8,000 for a spray pool; $20,000 for log cabin rehablUra- tion; and $50,000 for ramps and resurfacing -'Total $373,000. 10 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) 4. Recreation Center Expansion - This includes all - of lot and creek hank, work exclusive the parking in.theTota] $182,5011. as listed --Fox -proposal. 5. Neighborhood Park improvements (in addition to ' H2) - These are listed in the Chubb memo, and on Brookland, Court Hill, Crandic, include work Fairmeadows, flickory.Hill, Mercer, Villa and bandshell, an Willow Creek Parks. Punding.of -a facility are not ' ice _rink -and Westside tennis Funding a:Westside recommended at this time. in a_separate proposal. Total pool is included pool ' $270,000: 6. Others - Camp Cardinal Acquisition calls for prior funding. study and isnotincluded in tentative funded in a separate proposal (see ' Bikeways are capital investmentplanproposal). ' 1V. Architectural Barrier Removal Removal ofbarriers andicapPep For etter access y e er y 2 is included in Neighborhorsons od Park and ' vementc(111-3)I and ITT-S above), City Park Improvement Further funding - Recreation Center Expansion(III-4)• in a separate proposal. is contained ' V. Recreation Pro rams and Servicrogramse suchlasethes o ,t a opinion that existing ration Recreation Program, are not ' After School Elementary eligible for Title I funds. TOTAL: $1,440,225. ' 6. Children and Family4ResoTreePToposalter (callsnfor constructed ' are, 1 e facilities 4 house project Headstart (daycare), tion of tcommunity o and ec Area isHawke Visiting Nurses' Association, Action Program (HACAP). The cost facilities for a "Satellite" ' $151,776. In addition, a high-.need area are proposed, at a daycarefacilityin $25,r0TheCommittee believes cost of some ions of the p oPosaldeservefundngbut asks that social services plan- ' the expendituresbe postponed until In the first instance, a human has has been undertaken. est analysis may show that 'the three agencies possre ibly p ' needs - housed in some combination-with other agencies, Center (see later discussion thethis in a Human Resources In the `second instance, the rating (' concept)." concept). needs survey) of daycare below neighborhood for inclusion of "satellite" suggests the need centers suggests neighborhood centers"which'pro- daycare es within rccreati.cn i and other ervice$ vide health, education, Proposals (Con, d)) ,nization (Summary of.' Prol ,cs the AC s ori.'. the Com the encourages Children ani as well• Thus, ,mcnt of such ne1EBoth the Childreicqurc ' to work on the ed da l facilities. then, tc faciliticsinated social Place o[ isolated daycare Satelli t of coor� family Resource Center andsate the con e ding or t e enter according that of such study. ' further stuck feel', however,__the results services. dP ending should be allocate, Service Center, Cost: $151,776. Mark IV Social to rovide daycare, IS or a -facility to « rvices for 7t 7 Mark IV Nee proposad Center ( program adults-. 12/1 and Breakfast space for ' library, recreational, ments, and University as social activities P includes as well Hawkeye Apartproposal children, the Mark IV, of the written 'pr 300 sq. ft. in - would serve A revision of 5, will be area children and a total `lleights for 50 ace. Total,. cost a total ft. outdoor Space* 1t ion, providing facilities 500 sq, land acq feels that this u' doorand plus thecost -Qf - The Committee - described 0QO' hborhood centers as estimatedf1Tstthe concept of neig recommend immediate proposal and we therefore in our needs Op need coordina- ' funding of he PrOP The need for Barrierserly and handicapped e nee s ° ° 1974, public meeting g, Removal of Architectural December 11, for the ' arming to meet tat our committee ted P was presented Johnson County and Recreation persons of-thethe action action by representatIt°should be noted tconsiderable to the elder- ' fiandicapPed` above includes, in addition, proposal describod facilities recommends! the devel in making Public recreatiThe Committee crsons ly and the handicapPcdthc-needs -of these P lanning by ' and coordinated P the Human specific attComprehensive Plan�omprehensive Plant dthe Ecologl- opment of a on the osal, for the Ci planner working an above prop county,Committeneed hired under °f the, Johnson Needs Planner that a consultanthelhandi- cal Barriers subcoit is Possible to'of The It is Possible problems the Handicappedeeal-with the sPan architect recreational f:aciliti.es. ' to be hired to of addingthe ed in public lousing To cover funds: caPP, discussed with such Probands t0 provide Committee has deal recommends the City staff to and coordination committee to planning the cost of such P the first year* remedial construction activities, for 20,000 for _ This 12/1774 letter) the allocation of $ the City of construe- Facilities (Dick Buxton, City• 9. swimmin or a 5 $ subsidization by in the prop°Sa calls pools at the three hig facilities to use of these Chubb, will tion of swimming Pwould open UP_according to Gene ool, w°uld`there£ore be The subsidization s,share public. The cost Oandeach thePC1tY _ be about $500,000;- 1 1.2 (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) Committee hopes that two new pools ' $250,000 per poo L I'hc availability of public swim- would sufficiently increase the y ming facilities. A total of $500,000 is therefore recommended. however, -in viewofthe recent defeat of a bond issue for the ' construction of such facilities, the ability of the school district to meet its'SOo of the costs must result, rated eco before commitment of Title I funds. As a result, we recommend ' that funding of the proposal. be delayed, pending passage of another referendum. and Sewer Improvements (Ralston ' 10. Ralston Creek rloodin P Creek eig or oo ssocJations, 1-110/14 letter — The -pro- posal calls for the hiring of a consultant to analyze the ' -flooding and sewer problems of residents along Ralston Creek, and to recommend both short and long term measures for alle- viating these problems. This will require coordination of independent study with data developed by the ' soila nsethersurion Service and the U.S. Corps of Engineers, as well .i vcy of all data compiled to date. The allocation of $50,000 for such analysis and planning is recommended. In addition, the Committee recommends the,all.ocation-of $300, 000, to cover the costs of short-term measures such as downstream dredging, ` thorough cleaning and removal, of obstacles (including problem bridges), as recommundcd-in the Ralston Creek Neighborhood ' Associations' Proposal. Total cost: $350,000, tizens' Center - A proposal for purchase of 11. Senior Ci ' equipment an tine a ing o the Close Mansion is found in a letter from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors (12/ 12/74)._ Subsequent_ contact has established the cost ofroof ' and foundation repair and interior remodeling at $114, the cost of central heat and air conditioning at $64,800. that commitment_ of -such -funds may not The Committee believes location - be justified by the size andof-the-facility. We recommend, therefore, that funding be postponed until a sur- vey of senior citizens' needs (funded in a separate proposal below) is completed. $175,000 is the recomme ended allocation each of the and third years'. this should cover _ the cost of such remodeling and additional renovation work or the cost of a new senior citizens' facility depending upon the needs of our elderly citizens. A; general proposal for a new senior citizens' center iscontainedin a letter from Robert Welsh (12/30/74). The Committee believes that-sen art ofr citizens' facilities might also -be decentralized_ P ' neighborhood centers. In the meantime, $2,000 should be allocated for purchase of the followinthatTfacilitysinthe cloe �lMansion, so that our senior citizens may enjoy ' short run: magazines ($125) pool table (300), drapes ($700), craft supplies (100)1 radio ($50), 2 card tables ($125) and chairs, color TV _($500) and 4 readi.ny, lamps ($l00)'. 13 ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) - ' 12. Comprehensive and Human Needs Planning A. Comprehensive Plan: The City has requested $130,000 for -a 2 year study to develop a "comprehensive plan+.for ' controlled growth of the community. The written out- line of the proposed Comprehensive_.Plan Program contains such elements as population, economic base, environmental ' resources, land use, transportation, housing, parks and This recreation and open space, -community--faci.li.ties. Committee recommends maximum cooperation between City staff and the .Johnson County Regional Planning Commis- ' sion in developing a comprehensive plan. The creation of a joint committee to oversee the development of. the plan is a healthy beginning. In 'addition, our recom- ' mendation of the hiring of a separate Human Needs Planner (above) suggests the importance which this Committee places upon social services planning and ' - coordination. Other areas of concern which ,have been brought to the Committee's attention include health care, especially for the poor and the elderly, and ' preservation of historic resources '(see 12/4 letter 12/13 from Advisory Council on historic Preservation, letter fromAdrianAnderson and 1/3/75 letter from Mr. Anderson). Both deserve marked emphasis in the devel- ' opment of a comprehensive plan. B. In addi.ti.on to the Recreation, Riverfront, Ralston Creek/Sewer and Architectural Barriers studies des- ' cribed above, several special studies deserve funding. These include: (1) Senior Citizens' Needs Survey: As described in the discussion of the Senior Citizens' Center. This might involve the hiring of a consultant and/or coordinated investigation by concerned community and County organizations. Cost: $12,500. (2) Library Study: This was proposed in a letter from the Board of Trustees of the Iowa City Public Li- ' brary (12/9/74). It would involve a survey of com- munity.informational, recreational, and education needs. The projected cost of such a survey and ' program planning be a consultant is $20,000. (3) Community Coordinated Child Care Program Develop- - ment: A request for some $3,000 for short-term hiring of a consultant is included in the 4C's ' proposal. Such planning can precede a decision on construction of specific "facilities. The hiring of a consultant might not be needed if specific atten- tion can be given to daycare needs by the City staff or human needs planner. (4) Public Safety headquarters Study: This is listed ' in the City's Capital Investments Plan for fiscal year 1977, at a -cost -_to the City of $25,000. -In ' 14 1 ' (Summary of Proposals (Con'd)) general, the Committee hopes that augmented City staff and a human needs planner will be able to undertake some of these studies, thereby precluding the hiring of consultants. 13. Cable Television (Robert Welsh, 12/30/74)_ - The proposal is for Broadband Communications System under public ownership, ' $150,000 per year over 3 years will provide a 25% down pay- ment for installation of a cable system on -a turnkey basis and ' would cover the operational deficit which such a system incurs in its first two years. The -system would be expected to oper- ate at a profit by the third year. The Committee stands ready,, to recommend the allocation of $450,000 as requested provided t that sufficient public support .for such a system is demonstra- ted. 'therefore, the Committee recommends postponement of - funding -until the second year,, contingent upon, demonstrated ' public interest. 14. Urban Redevelopment (Capital Improvements Plan) - The City staff TiTi—srequested $25,OUU per year for the hiring of addi- ' tional staff for code enforcement.- In addition, Dick I4ol"lmers- hauser, Senior Planner - Community Development) has advised the Committee that $100,000 initial outlay should be sufficient to begin 'a program of: low interest loans to homeowners and landlords. The Committee recommends $100,000 peryearfor loans and; grants toward housing rehabilitation, barrier removal and remedying of private sewer hookups. Such a- Housing -Rehabilita- ' tion Loan Program could be administered by a City or County Commission (the Committee recommends investigation of both ' possibilities). 15. Amenities (C.I.P.) - The term refers to the cost of trees, sculptures, parkways, etc., in the Urban Renewal area. $258,000 ' of Urban Renewal funds remain available for this Purpose, and the City staff has not yet determined how, much additional money - will be required for amenities. In addition, there was a lack- of public interest as reflected in the needs survey.` Therefore, ' the Committee has budgetedno funds under this category. ' 16. plass Transit (C.I.P.) - The Capital Investments Plan calls for t e exi] penditure of $1.31,400 as the City's share of a Federal matching program. This will go for purchase of buses, bus shel- ters, bus stop signs, and communications equipment. Given the ' high standing of mass transit in the Committee's needs survey, the Committee recommends expanded transportation service (inclu- ding subsidizing of S.E.A.T.S), additional expenditures for equipment acquisition would be given high priority. 17. Fire Truck Acquisition (C.I.P.) - The Capital 'Investments i.nclu es .57,57M)for pur;� r,f £ire trucks Srt ficsl /ear X77. 1 15. 18. River Corridor Trunk ScwetC.I,P, involve ( ) - The City is currently pre im nary stu ' tes of the problem as required be- ra fore federal funds can be made available from. the Environmental Protection Agency. If funding is approved for both the 'treat- ment 'plant and the trunkline, the City need provide only 250 of the ' cost of improvements. This would be some ;5700,000. Whether additional funds will be needed (as in failure of the EPA to approve the entire project) is not known at;.this time. ' Richard Plastino, Public Works Director, has advised the Com- mittee that study of the trunk sewer will help to determine the nature of sewer problems along Ralston 'Creek; that EPA funds be may available for a detailed analysis -of those ,prob- lems, and that the City's share of matching funds for a de- tailed study can come from -sources other than the Community Development Act. 19. Iowa City Human Relations Commission (12/26/74 letter) The proposa is -or an expansion o commission activity in dealing with discrimination ' of jobs, housing, and public accommodations. The written proposal includes the hiring of two law students part-time, a part-time researcher, and a full ' time secretary for six months. Their tasks would include establishing a reference library, updating City ordinances., researching legal guidelines, writing informational booklets, and initiating community education workshops. < Also included are the costs of equipment and materials, and the cost of sending the 9 Commissioners to a National Training Program. Total: $18,755. ' - 20: - Rage Prevention and Crisis Center (Women's Resource and Action enter,�%S�fTC) - h� e proposed Center would offer a 24-hour ' - rape crisis line, training of rape victim advocates, the services of a counselor, and a night-time escort service for women. It would also distribute informational pamphlets, build a library Ofresourcematerials, research the rape speak to community 'problem, groups, and provide self-defense training and sex therapy groups. The written proposal re- quests 512,347.60 for equipment; $13,200 for staffing, and $960 for operating costs. The total of $26,497.60 does not include the cost of rental space, but rent is not an eligible Title I expense. IlopeLully,,-the Center could receive `Univer- sity funding for this expense. The total., then, is $26,500 for the first year, and (assuming the need for continued staff and operating cos ts) $14,150 for each of the following years. 17 - PROPOSED ALLOCATIONS The chart that follows presents the proposed a]location of Community Development funds over the five-year tenure of the (lousing and _Community Development Act of 1974. Iowa City's; total Title I funds are $8,239,998 = $2,060,000 each of the first three years, two-thirds that amount ($1,373,332) the fourth year, and one-third of the amount ($686,660) the fifth " year. These amounts appear on the bottom line of the 'chart. ' The total expenditures proposed to date appear near the bottom of each column, and this Cigure is in each case followed year's in the line below it by the total funds unaccounted for to ;- date. The two lines LTot.ai Proposed and Total Discretionary) ' add up to the total available Title I funds for that year. The column to the far -ic;ht represents the five-year totals in each category. ' Funding of a project in consecutive years has been proposed only for those projects which cicaily demand ongoing funding (e.g. N2 --Information and Referral Center) or f.oi- those ' proposals which request'specific amounts over several. years (e.g. #13 - Cable Television). The annual allocations for Parks and Recrcatior (MS) were determined by dividing the total recommended allocation into three equal amounts for three -years, 2/3 that amount the fourth, and 1/3 the fifth year. In general, further allocations for a given project . might be made in years subsequent to its initial allocation ' (e.g. N8 - Architectural Barriers, might receive $20,000 per year). Such additional allocations would come out of 'subsequent ' ccTscretiony funds for the years. 17 1J -IJ --IJ 1J I-'• N N 1'-' F-• 1'' N O''_G m ^1.'rJ-, V,. 2_ b1 .-1J._F-• '� VI 1") 1--• C U:)m.'-1 ? VI -J• VI rJ.-F' ,: - Zl -VI.-Y .r _.n •�� _ _. ., -5._ C �-: r11 - O. O 3. C O w C N. ;� N w C n r. O ,� rD w r,, ,.., w 'i �_. y! r. r+, - n p ,-1 rt rt a n! y N o .-r tr.. c- rn C7, K .• w o N' 1-• N ... n :I - r. r T. 0 N• O w H. '..:.1 w. 'J : N• w M -! 0... w 0 rD .�+ -. 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Specificrecommendations are expected during . the first year of the Community Deavelopment Act. 022 - HUMAN RESOURCES CENTER: While this concept dial not fare all too well in the needs survey (Tenth), it combines emphases placed elsewhere_ in this report' ' upon planning and coordination; senior citizens' services; and neighborhood centers. The concept applies to the housing of social service agencies (e.g. 4C's, Visiting Nurses Association, United Way) ' within a'singie facility and consequently providing sonic coordinated administration of the agencies. Both single location and coherent information and re- ferral would benefit those who utilize such agencies. ' The Committee foresees the centrally located agencies offering human needs services in each of the neighborhood centers that we hope will be developedinIowa City. For ' example, the Visiting Nurses' Association might have scheduled days at each of the neighborhood facilities, perhaps with an equipped examination room in each center. ' In short, centrally coordinated services delivered to our citizens is the goal. 023 - ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS: The City staff has requested fund- ing for additional staff to oversee the administration of Community Development money. The Committee recommends - $50,000 for the first year, as per the request of Jack ' Klaus, but hopes that administrativecostscan be mini- mized by the use of citizen committees. (as in supervision of a housing rehabilitation loan program) and other new ' City staff (e.g. The Comprehensive Planning Personnel or new housing codeenforcementpersonnel). 1 l9 1 ' Future Directions of the Committee (A Summary -of Discussions) ' On January 3th the thoughts of the Steering Committee turned Our to the question of its future role in the Community. discussions centered around two general areas; the continuing structure and functionofthe committee. It was quickly decided the committee had an important place in ' the community and should continue. The steering committee - to seek out a minority further believed it should make an effort and handicapped representative to restore our committee to eleven members. The committee felt after completing the ' -- February phase the committee need not meet so frequently. Two In to three times a month was thought to be adequate. that same vein, the committee thought it important that the chair- ' person receive copies of the City Council agenda, and that appear at appropriate times representatives of the committee at the Council meetings. ' The Committee stressed its desire to remain in an active role of increasingcitizen participation through receiving propo- sals and conducting -issue -oriented and neighborhood meetings. ' ,of Committee There was a common feeling among the members the been Invol-- that true citizen participation has not achieved. ving as many citizens as possible in issues affecting them - will require the effort of both committee members and inter ested volunteers in sponsoring informational and feedback- - ' meetings in the community. The committee feels it is in a position to assist in the ' coordination of various agencies in the community. It was that meetings would provide an excel - also mentioned public lent opportunity to expose citizens to various community groups _ notion of The Committee further felt very committed to the planning and would like to assist if appropriate, the City, University and _Johnson County Regional Planning Commission ' in planning for future needs of the community. - In assessing needs the committee felt that health care would be developed on a neighborhood ' be an emerging need and could basis, incorporated in a'total city plan. ' To summarize, the committee felt there was a need in Iowa and that we felt we were City for a strong citizens committee to committed to seeking out the needs of the community and ' translate those needs into workable programs. 20 1 ' CONCLUSION - -- In conclusion, the Committee feels that we have shown that the concept of citizen participation can be a working part of local government. The Committee would again like to thank the City staff and Council for their aid and cooperation during this process. Submitted by The Citizens'- Steering Committee for the (lousing and Community ' Development Act Horace Amidon Harry Baum Ira Bolnick Claudia Dalrymple ' Sharan Matson Debbie McCall Dan Rogers' Thea Sando Wetherill Winder 1 ' 21 ..CORRESPONDENCE CDA Steering Committee -- 11/1 Ilene Greenwood (Comm. Cord. Child Care) -4C Daycare Subcommittee urges child care within Comprehensive plan t_ 11/3 Clark & Betty Mighell (225 Koser) -Ralston Creek: dredge, concrete walls, proper care ' 11/21 Riverfront Commission -endorses Comprehensive Plan 12/2 -Jay Honohan (Johnson County Bar Association) ' .-Future recommendations may be forthcoming from the Association - - -Recommends general planning prior to specific expenditures, -Suggests opinion of City Attorney re: eligibility of mass transit ' expenditures under Section 570.201(a)(4) 12/4 Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ' -Mayor must give consideration to historic resources: (1) contact State Historic Preservation Officer (Mr. Adrian Anderson,.Planner, State Conser- vation Commission, B-13 MacLean Hall, Iowa City, Iowa 52242) (2) Check Federal Register 12/6 Byron Ross (Chamber of Commerce) _ - -(1) Mass Transit (2) Urban Redevelopment (3) Ralston Creek (4) Housing 12/6 Rochelle Tullis Emma Goldman Clinic for Women -strongly endorses Health Care Services at Mark IV and for senior citizens 12/7 A. C. Farwald (A.A.R.P.) _- -(1) strengthen Housing Commission; Rehabilitation - (2)' Comp. Plan, coord. (w/ Reg. Plan'g,Human Resources Center, County Services, United Way) - (3) Senior Citizen's Needs Survey. (4) "Architectural barriers ' 1.2/7 League of Women voters - (1) Comp. Plan. - emphasis on human needs (2) - Mass Transit (3) Parks `& Open Spaces, esp.<riverfront (4) Housing (low income, elderly & Handicapped), code enforcement, . rehabilitation (5) flood control ' (6) Sewage disposal (7) Child care -preschool; lunch & afternoon school-age; drop-in daytime care for all (sliding scale) ' 12/9 Board of Trustees, Iowa City Public Library -Survey of community informational, recreational, educational needs (as part of. Comp. human needs plan)= professional -consultant advice -Desire to be part of Neighborhood Center (Mark IV) 12/9 Esther Romine & Ruth Davis (711 Rundell) ' -Cleaning of Ralston Creek (+) ' 12/9 Site Council Dec. 9 meeting • -Mass transit (100 bus fare for elderly) (free parking for elderly in unmetered City lots) (shelters & benches) ' -Development of both sides of River into park from City Park to, Sewer plant -improvement of Senior Citizen building, development of Senior Center 12/9 John Harper (Citizen's for a Better Iowa -City) ' TOp 3 priorities: (1) Mass Transit of :Ralston Creek Problem (2) Low Income Housing (3) Resolution Comp. Plan (5) Use of schools after hours 12/9 Della Grizel (530 Sheridan) -Correct Sewage Backup in S.E. Iowa City (not part of ' problem, but result of illegal connections to sewer system) Ralston Creek 12/9 Jean Spector Volunteer Service Bureau ' -Use of schools after hours / Old Post Office or similar community agencies center 12/10 Nancy Seiberling (Project GREEN) (Come• Planning, to include: 'urban development, trunk sewers o and natural resources beautification • historic site pen spaces ' prese_rvation, recreational opportunities, -Expanded trunk sewer system / Acquisition of land along Ralston Creek "(Green Belt, flood control measure) /.Acquisition Of land along River / Development of parks and open spaces ' -Strengthening of City's Planning Iowa _ staff 12/11 Marilyn Blake (AFSCME) -Mass Transit / Senior Citizen's Center with medical facilities 12/11 United Way Planning Division -- ' Advance Planning Money, especially for HUMAN NEEDS PLANNER 12/11 Fredine Branson (Housing Commission) ' -Rehabilitation of housing with provision for home 'ownership Transportation usable-by-elderly and-handicapped -Under Title I1, additional units fo 12/11 r elderly and: low-rent housing Human Relations Commission - -Proposal forthcoming ' 12/12 Sue ue Futrell (ISPIRG Recycling Committee) wast_. -e resource not urgently needed, but need to work toward (1) collection Of glass and metal (2) treatment of same lishment of regional recycling system (3) :stab- ' -Specific recommendations forthcoming in a few months 12/12 Richard Bartel (Johnson Count ' oard Of Suervisrs) (1) Senior Citizens' Center isBwell establi hedo but needs games, craft supplies, books,-magazine subscriptions, window drapes (2) Close Mansion should be restored, � but after repairs ' including:_ roof replacement, foundatn Ze P and remodeling, and some interior remodeling fir' c ntrt! - (3) Recommend low cost daycare centers located throughout City (4) Preserve Donnell Y's'"as a fine old Irish bar" -3- • • 12/13 Adrian Anderson ,(State, Historic Preservation_ Officer) ' -Title I gives opportunity to develop preservation plan for the community's historic resources (This letter was sent prior to the Committee's contacting Mr. Anderson) ' 12/17 Dick Buxton (supplement to presentation at public meeting) -city should offer to share in construction ofhea�andng facilities tional at City, West, Regina High Schools, providing cr ' facilities for all Iowa Citians.The offer should be for (e.g.) 50% of the costs, with a maximum (e.g.) of $175,000/year for 3 years, as the City's share for each of the pools. ' 12/18 James Harris -Planning money should be earmarked for study h dp proposals rivate concerning housing for those whose needs are not met by t estate market. These should include: (1) Evaluation of low and moderate income housing needs; (2) Evaluation of spatial distribution of _housing, with effort to increase housing in central city --with local version of write down, use of eminent domain; (3) Use of Section 8 (H&CD ACT) for investigation independent of ' ff, in order to formulate citizen Housing Commission and City sta position; (4) Use of other federal subsidy programs (e.g.,;202 (5) Investigation of needs of married students and off UUniversity's ni ' policy framework, with promotion of downtown married student housing;" ` (6) Use of, social services related to housing needs, delineation of ' new services to answer unmet needs; (7)- Evaluation of feasibility of public assistance in housing re- habilitation. 12/18 Ralston Creek Neighborhood Association -Urge hiring of consultant for comprehensive Ralston Creek watershed management plan, to includeinterimand long-term solutions to flood- ing and sewer problems -Emphasis upon interim measures to be studied and impelmented as soon as possible (e.g., dredging of accumulated sediment is desirable, ' should be quickly studied and implemented) -Ralston Creek Coordinating Committee should share the responathlicants, for formulating job description for consultant, interviewing pp and making recommendations to City Council. --.- 12/26 IOWA CITY HUMANRELI�+TZONS COMNISSION - --equal employment opportunity, access to public accommodations and housing need for HRC processes complaints, informs and educates _ ' planning 2 Send commissioners --PROJECTS: (1) Establish reference library eocal,ordinances (4) Draft to national training program (3) Update city ordinance on affirmative action (5) Research federal, state, ' model guidelines (6) Write informational booklets (7) Plan and implement community workshops _COSTS: (a) 2 law students 1/2 time for 6 mos. (for Projects #3,4,5) ' e $4,600 (b) l researcher 1/2 time for 6 mos. (for Projects #1,6,7) $2,000 1 -4 • _ - (c) 1 secretary full time for 6 mos. _ $4,370 (d) Reference materials, training films, office equipment ' and supplies, distribution of materials, telephone/travel, facilities rental (for workshops) = 55,53: (e) National training program for 9 commissioners = $2,250 TOTAL: $18,755 - --Enclosures: (1) Description of Human Relations Coordinator position - - (2) Sample Agenda for NH Training Conference 12/27 WOMEN'S,RESOURCE & ACTION CENTER ' --RAPE PREVENTION AND CRISIS CENTER: Crisis line, training of victim advocates, hiring of counselor, escort service (2 radio dispatched -cars), ' distribution of information pamphlets, resource library, self-defense training, rape research, sexual therapy groups, regional conference --Need about 1,000 sq. ft. of rental space = 7 mats) Equipment costs (include radios, cars, office equipment, gym _ $12,347.60 Staff: 1/2 time coordinator, 1/2 time counselor, 1/2 time secretary, self-defense instruction coordinator, part-time research assistant (9 mos.) $13,200 Operating costs: $950 ' Total: $26,497.60 + RENT for first year ='about $30,500 $14,150.00 + RENT for following years_= about $72,600 (4 yrs.) $103,100.00 ' --Enclosures:--(1) Job description: Coordinator (2) Sample training for rape victim advocates ' 12/27 HORACE AMIDON-(830 N. Dodge) Recommends (1) Rebuilding of west side sewer, (2) Corrective measures ' along Ralston Creek (land acquisition and/or runoff control meriting; disconnecting of downspouts from sewers and, (3) Aid to underground drainage systems from sanitary sewer mang ins), ' Goodwill in acquiring old "Me Too", (4) Comprehensive study of river corridor 12/30 Robert Welsh (First Christian Church) --Need for intermediate health care facilities Proposal for Broadband Communications System under pubnicfownership or installa- ' tion$150,000 /yr. for 3 years would bassisdanId5would covown er operational deficit tion of cable system on turnkey for first two years of operation Additional $150,000 in first or second year would accelerate development ' TOTAL: $450,000 (minimum) ' Proposal for Senior Citizen's Center in Old post Office (with adjacent housing for the elderly and handicapped) Purchase of site and rehabilitation of buLl4f.ngJ-1 airs of 44jares:t ' space to hon -profit corporation for construction of barrier -free living. unit The Center could house community facilities and services as well as '71educational and service agendas geared f elderly to needs o THE SURVEY At the November 25 meeting of the Permanent Steering Commiteie ' the issue of surveying the community came to the forefront. The Committee members reiterated their strong belief that to get a felling of what Iowa Citians believe are urgent needs in terms of community development an attempt must be made to reach those citizens who do not participate in organizational '- functions or are not likely to express their personal views in a public meeting. A random sample survey was, suggested as a feasible way of obtaining this input within the time avail- able. The director of Community Relations for Iowa City expressed ' her feeling that a random sample survey of individuals was an impossibility given the limited time available, and that such a survey would only duplicate the survey proposed under the city's comprehensive plan. However, members of the ' Committee pointed out again that this survey was necessary to obtain input from individual citizens as part of the process 'of. -determining the community development needs of " ' - Iowa City, one of the responsibilities with which the Com- mittee was charged. Also, despite the time limit of one ' month within which the survey would have to be initiated, carried out, and concluded, including analysis, a reasonable indication could be obtained based on a valid random sample. ' 'thus, it was decided unanimously to proceed by asking the City Council for $150 to pay for survey expenses. It was .recognized that, giventhissmall allotment, the surveying, the key punching, the computer programming, and the survey analysis would have to be done on a volunteer basis. ' The City Council endorsed the need for this ,random sample survey by granting $500 to the Permanent Steering Committee for survey expenses over the objections of the acting City Manager and other city staff members as well as one member ' of the Council who said: I'm wondering whether the steering committee has a real handle on the scope of their job, ' because as I look over the members of the steering committee, this is tlj it initial ven- ture into city government ... "Minutes, Committee .." - - 23 See Appendix P, Citizens Steering November 25, 1974. ' 24- The Daily Iowan, November 27,1974. See Appendix G. 1 1 1 Blocks within each of the five different--housing-condition breakdowns were numbered consecutively and the number of blocks needed within each strata based on fifteen households per block were selected with the aid of a random number table. The num- ber of blocks needed within each strataofhousing conditions was determined by the percentage of each strata present within the total community., In other -words, -the percentages used in - the survey sample matched the percentages within the total community. A total of 400 households was needed for a th ' percent sample, so 500 households the basis of thirty-three and one ' - (The Survey - Page II) The survey coordinator, Sheran Matson, utilized the vast re- with fifteen` sources of the University of Iowa in selecting method - households per block. Thus, a margin of 100 was ' -the of choosing the random sample, in obtaining an applicable' questionnaire invalidity, failure computer program as well as obtaining the computer services interviews on necessary for data analysis. the part of each interviewer, and Dr. Leon Burmeister, a professor in the Department of Preven- survey problems. tive Medicine and Environmental Health and an instructor in ' sampling theory as well as survey technique, provided the practical methodology for obtaining a random sample strati- fied according -to -income. Because Iowa City is not classi- Eied as an SMSA, census data in terms of income breakdown is limited. The city planning department has income breakdown only in terms of the census enumeration districts, each of which includes several city blocks. Thus, there is no block - by -block breakdown by income strata. Therefore, an alterna- tive sampling method which included a block -by -block breakdown was needed. ' It was here that Dr. Burmeister provided -valuable input. He `a proposed usingJohnsonCountyHealth Department breakdown of Iowa City on a block -by -block basis according to housing ' condition. Granted housing condition is not the best indica- tor of income status, but Dr. Burmeister felt it was a valid ' indicator and the data was available immediately, an essential - factor in this case. Using the housing conditions as an indicator of income status, ' a stratified random sample was chosen based on a three percent sample of the total households in Iowa City. This three per- cent -sample was sufficient to obtain a valid sample of Iowa City for our purposes according to Dr. Burmeister. The sample ' was to be stratified according to high, middle and low income households 1 1 Blocks within each of the five different--housing-condition breakdowns were numbered consecutively and the number of blocks needed within each strata based on fifteen households per block were selected with the aid of a random number table. The num- ber of blocks needed within each strataofhousing conditions was determined by the percentage of each strata present within the total community., In other -words, -the percentages used in - the survey sample matched the percentages within the total community. A total of 400 households was needed for a th ' percent sample, so 500 households the basis of thirty-three and one were picked half blocks ree for surveying on with fifteen` households per block. Thus, a margin of 100 was allowed for questionnaire invalidity, failure to obtain 15 interviews on the part of each interviewer, and other common, survey problems. ' THE QUESTIONNAIRE25 ur oses. -Thus six The questionnaire itself was designed to be short and yet ' obtain the information necessary for our purposes. P demographic questions were ointnout�the cd wPreferences hich would aofovar}iousross tabulation which mightP - number of persons in groups in Iowa City based on age, income, the houschold26, total number of. years homeo residence or re Iowa City, and whether the respondent ent was a ngmpo. trwas chosen as ' Iowa This Under the income breakdowns, $7,750, which is SOa°ortantthe mbecauseedian nthe eAct Tdefines lthe target breaking point, was imp ion the low and, moderate income ' groups under this leglesstthan SO. of the city's median income families, as earning Eighty percent of Iowa City's me- based on the 1970 census. g Y P than family income is-$7,750. thirteen The second page of the questionnaire was a list of important community development needs which have el of individuals.,- They - ' the city itself' to either organizations, eligible activities under the legisla- _were_m_eant to cover the Y all members of the Permanent tion, and were agreed up embe r a representation of ' Steering Committee as constituting The tquestion needs as could be determined at that time. ick upjust o qindividual uestion on the first page was included in order to P _ Perceptions of community development needs not included y our and in order to provide some flexibility in ' an'instrument which -would read- list of thirteen answers while still maintaining. ily lend itself to analysis. prior to the A pretest was completed on the survey instrument of .the actual survey. Analysis Of 'the results showed beginning ivin the results wanted be capable of g g rehensive-plan,. the questionnaire to Theexplanationof the COwas found to be with one exception.be rank one of the thirteen ,items to �rThisdwas determined by the too bague to the pretest respondents-this idem with the other thir- consistency in ranking ed on the lack of-any_ lanation_in.parentheses was chang wide teen. So the short exp final questionnaire prior to its implementation in the city- ' survey. - and analysis The survey was completed the weekend y December Committee is very is scheduled to be finished by-.January`6, ' roach to citizen Palrmallatis n that of optimistic that this approach is not heard eliciting the feelings of the citizen who-normally from, will prove very useful in this endeavor as well as those ' yet to come. 25 See Appendix I.' tituted all individuals 26 A household cons dwelling unit. _ living within one �4UNITY DEVEIAPMENT N'DS CODE NO • ' - Hi, I'm I'm'.helping the Iowa City Steering Housing --,f community Development Act to survey ae0ormnresentativereame ple of Iowa City's residents to find out what YOU feel City's ' are Iowa most urgent community development needs." I would like to spend a few minutes with you to find out what YOU, as a resident of Iowa City, think are our city's most pressing needs. EMOGF79! R_APHIC , No. of Persons In household 'Age composition of household, -0-5. _6-io - 18-25 _26-35 _36-50 ' _62*61 Age of Respondent,• 18-2$ Total annual household income, 26-35 36-50 �mder 3,000 9000-14999 ' 51-61- 3000-4999 - —11000-14999 —000-7750 ` 61+ —5000-24999 . Renter Homeowner 751-8999 =25000+ ' Total number of years of residence in 'Iowa City ' RANK ORDERING OF NEEDS- _ Here is a list of 13 possible comm pity development needs rmined by the city itself or members Would Committee. yourankin order of importance Committee - of theympo with the most i least important last? ... Remember it's ��rorou�r opinion we want rtleaseirst and the the need you feel most important, a "2"Ty-t},e nedd you feel second in importance ending with a "13"Ty ' the need you feel least important. Take your time, I'm not in any hurry, and your list is very important to us. We are going to put your list with all the others we get from this survey, and use them to ' determine what residents themselvesfeel are Iowa City's needs. ,The results of this mine -what survey will help deter- Iowa City will spend their share of the Housing $ conmmity Development Act funds on for the ' next three years ...Sop please -rank these 13 items startin g You feel most important and rank all 13 of them (Hand the list take ... your -time. to respoa3ent' ut leave it attac to this sheet) .. ' AARRAARARAARAARARRRRRRRAAAAARRRAAARAARA.. .. FInally, are there any other commmit development ds � fe� facilities or services which have not been included in our whiich re Iowa City? - You feel are important to Yes No If yes, what? Whew woulU_Ts/these rank in re ation o t i ms your e . ' THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIDE. PAgK$ PT.AYGROUNDS & OTHER RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES ' (such as acquisition & development of new park land, rehabilitation of existing `parks & playgrounds, bikeways) ' SEWER IMPROVEMENTS -(rebuild Iowa River Corridor.sewers and build additional trunk sewers) CO IYE PLN FOR CO UNITY DEVELOPMENT & HUMAN RESOURCES. i nc udes extens ve stud es and planning n such areas as housing, transportation,population growth, land use ... a necessary first step- '' - -fcr Iowa City in applying for federal funds ,& decision-making) HOUSING CODE ENFORCEMENT &HOUSING REHABILITATION expansion of current code enforcement activities & provision of loans to landlords &-homeowners for bringing housing up to code) REMOVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS WHICH RESTRICT MOBILITY OF HANDI CAPPED -& SENIOR CITIZENS '(provision of ramps, wider doors, & elevators in public buildings) AMENITIES TO CURRENT BAN REDEVELOP E T such as pedestrian ways, malls, open spaces, trees) NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER construction of facility &provision of services such as day care, health care, social services, recreation,education,. & any other services which the particular neighborhood needs) ' MATCHING FUNDS FOR MASS TRANSIT PROGRS such as bus acqu s t on, bus stat on, shelters, stop signs) RALSTON CREEK '((acquisition of undeveloped land & flood control) DAY CE - con�ARtruction or acquisition of facilities &provision of pro- grams) ' -SENIOR CITIZENS'SERVICES construction or acquisition of facility or facilities to provide ' human needs -services.& a recreation facility) HUMAN RESOURCES GO OR INATION CENTER acquisition of construct on of acility-to coordinate services of agencies in the area of human needs & to act as a central information cyntar) MODERNIZATION OF CURRENT SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SYSTEM TO INCLUDE REC` 1.j.TNG APPENDIX 4 The WRITTEN PROPOSALS listed below are on file 'in`the office of the Director of Community Relations Iowa city 1. Nov. 11, Outline of Proposed Comprehensive Plan Program 2. Nov. 18, Memorandum on Capital Investments Plan 3. Nov. 25, from SocialServices Committee, Johnson County Regional Planning Committee 4 Dec. 2, from Pat flanrahan, Executive Director United Way S. Dec. 2, Mary Newhauser, Chairperson, Riverfront Commission 6. Dec. 2, Sarah Fox, Chairperson, Parks and Recreation Commission 7. "Cost Estimates Related to Presentation by Sarah Fox", Eugene Chubb, Director of Parks and - __ Recreation. 8.- Dec. 9, Goodwill Industries of Southeast Iowa 9. Dec. 11, Community Coordinated Child Care (4C's) 10. Dec. 11. Dec. 12. Dec. 13. Dec. 14 ll, Mark IV Social Service Center 17, Dick Buxton 18, Ralston Creek Neighborhood Associations 26, Iowa City Human Relations Commission Dec. 30, Women's Resource and Action Center 15. Dec 30, First Christian Church INTRODUCTION on January 10, 1975, an ad-hoc committee convened to discuss potential public uses of the old post office building.- During the meeting, the committee reviewed various reports and - correspondence on the subject and from these discussions' two primary, uses emerged. These are: (1) the use of the building as -,a central location for certain quasi -public agencies, and (2) the potential use of the building as a cultural center. In addition to the January 10 meeting, committee members also discussed the matter with several other groups (e.g., the Social Services Committee of theRegionalPlanning Commission, and a special meeting convened on January 15 of individuals concerned with the use of the building for a cultural center). The committee also requested staff assistance from the Regional Planning Commission to apprise the members of the results of . the space survey of various public and quasi -public agencies in Iowa City and Johnson County. _ The results of these meetings and discussions were reviewed by the ad-hoc committee on January 17, 1975. At this meeting the committee decided to prepare a report outlining their activities ions to the Iowa City City Council. and to forward recommendat 1 PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION The primary objective of the ad-hoc committee has been to old post office. The identify various potential uses for the committee, in reviewing serveral alternatives has selected two primary uses as the highest priority. These are: 1 The use of the building for certain - quasi -Public agencies 2. The use of the building as a civic - cultural center Quasi -public Agency Uses quasi -public agencies The use of the building by various involves two distinct concepts: (1) the use as a social services center, and (2) the use by various office -type agencies. In - both of the examples above, the primary objective is to provide in the vicinity a central location for agencies which require space Additionally, of the Central Business District area. y, the centrali- zation of related agencies is expected to provide greater convenience coordination between related functions. to the public and greater Listed below are the two quasi -public uses as discussed above and the approximate space requirements. Adjacency Sq. Ft. Desirability - Requirement Central Loca Benefits (Social Services tion Center Concept) * 650 H.'A.C.A..P. 1,412 * - Visiting Nurses Assoc.' 1,100 Well Child Clinic 600 Red Cross 10,500 Dept. of Social Services 2,595 a Community Mental Health 6,000 Youth=Services-Agencies 300 Area Agency on Aging 1,934 Problem Drinking Center Iowa Employment Security 2,500 TOTAL 27,591 3 -8q. Ft. Desirability Adjacency. - (Quasi -Public Offices Requirement Central Loca- Benefits Center Concept) tion Hawkeye Legal Aid 2,295 United Way- 1,500 JCRPC 3,044 +� ECIARPC - 432 Chamber of Commerce 2,800 Public Meeting Rooms 1,900 ' Systems Unlimited 2,000 * *` Board of Education 15,000 County Depts. (temporary)1 4,000 TOTAL 32,971 Cultural Center Basically this alternative 'envisions 'the use of the building for art workshops, theatre groups, children's museum, and craft activities. While the identification of various cultural uses is still in a formative stage, the following uses have been suggested. It is hoped that with a detailed feasibility study, and, the availability of more time to -pursue this alternative, the community can develop -a-valuable cultural arts center. 'Iowa City Community Theater 'Children's Museum 'Experimental Theater Ensemble 'Iowa City Arts Cooperative In additionto the above, the committee has discussed possible uses such as a craft center and a display area for local and regional art exhibits. 1.Currently t e County is utilizing leased space for several County departments Additionally, there exists severe space shortages within the Courthouse. For these reasons, the Hoard of Supervisors may be interested in a five-year lease inthes old post office. 4 SUGGESTED PROCEDURES Outline of suggested procedures was developed The following or of by the committee and staff in consultation tRegionalPlanning Iowa City, the Acting City Manager, the Commission staff and a local architect'. Thee°teofficeobuilding ncensus f ral this group is that the purchase of the old pos a million-dollar-investment which ela is potentially eves that there ublic use of thorough investigation. -The ,committee firmly b exists a feasible and workable arrange ement for the p the building: Negertheless, committee feels that it is , the necessary and initiate a detailed feasibility highly desirable to study for the use of the building• the the conduct of-a feaspr ilitY study' In addition to eliminary steps are committee would also suggestthatseveral p necessary- StepsCouncil's 1, Need for a re affimaOf the City interest in the property. Council's interest, the expression -of City negotiations Z. Assuming to initiate.nio no com it would be appropriate ar of _Council would be intended or with the n theap Services Administr otiation talks mitment on completion of the neg implied until comp and the feasibility study)• is the Council's statement Of detailed it would be necessary to initiate a 3, AS soon as the GSA accepts uestions which should -interest, study- The basic q feasibility s are 'as follow: be addressed in the study the; structural a Engineering_ Services ( and mechanical characteristics of the bui,l.ding) OS romodcll.ng b. Architectural- Scrsestimates schematics and cost e ® johnsor county ® ® ragional planning commission 221/2 South S;aaf 10'-/0 City. bwa 522!0 (319)351-8554 i t t.Yy nxwa e January 6, 1975 Dear Commission Representatives and Member Agencies: Enclosed is the Program Report of the Johnson 'County -Regional Planning Commission for the eighteen -month period from July 1, 1973 through December 31, 1974 and a less detailed summary of reports and services over a seven-year period. In assessing the performance and activities of the Regional Planning Commission, it is important to _recognize the basic function of the Commission. The, goal of this agency is to cooperatively improve and broaden the decision-making function :of area governments. In the pursuit of this goal, the Regional Planning Commission has historically soughtto provideinformation and services which are responsive to the needs of the - - - member jurisdictions. And, while there exist -areas of; concern which have not been adequately addressed, I feel that we have made significant progress in the last few years. As background for the report -and -its use, I would like to outline my view of changes and progress. The annual assessment of theCommissionhas increased from $55,000 in 1970 to $125,000 in FY1975. This increase has permitted substantive changes inthescope of activities undertaken. Specifically, we have seen the Regional Planning Commission evolve from: An agency which was almost entirely dependent upon outside consultant services to_an_agency with primary in-house staff capabilities', A work program with four major planning elements to one with twelve major elements and thirty-four supporting services, A Commission which has expanded from five participating jurisdictions in 196S to fourteen member jurisdictions An agency which employed two professional planners in 1970 to one which employs five. -In addition to the above, the Commission has witnessed major improvements in several other areas. These include: Full involvement of local elected officials (current Commission is 3/4 elected officials) A broader and continuing forum for citizen participation 2 Greater legislative involvement (especially through the "Legislative Monitoring Service," the "Grants Information Service," and the "Legislative Liaison meetings") Improvedcooperation and coordination of inter- governmental affairs (e.g., the recent capital grants application fortransitvehicles) Greater involvement and direct planning _assistance to the smaller communities in`the 'area (e.g., grant assistance to Riverside for a community park application) The establishment of planning services in the human needs area (e.g., "Services Index") Assistance to individual member jurisdictions through the Special Studies Component, (e.g., the Joint Law Enforcement Project") During the same period of time and especially over the past several months, concern and questions have been raised about the Commission and its work program. Some of the questions are as follows: - What are the unmet planning needs? Why does preparation of a major plan element take so long? Why have assessments been raised in FY7S? - Do member agencies receive benefits or services commensurate with their contributions? Could more planning work be done individually by separate jurisdictions? ` - - Could specific short-term contracts for planning services replace a large part of the present work program concept of general annual assessment?, - The purpose of this report is to provide a summary of Commission 7 - activities over the eighteen month period and a more general record of services and reports over a seven-year period. Second, the report is intended as staff -developed background infor- mation needed for continuing evaluation of the Commission, a process - necessary for successful operation of any public agency. It is hoped that the report will meet these objectives and will be of help -in " determining changes needed for improved services to member agencies. It is further requested that the form, content, and process be reviewed for the purpose of incorporation into the program planning, reporting, and cvaLuati.on process or the Regional Planning CommissiGfi. INTRODUCTION AND SUMMARY This introductory summary of the Regional Planning Commission's Program includes these parts: TABLE 1: MATRIX OF BENEFITS TO MEMBER AGENCIES A'listing of planning services performed by the Commission since 1969, and a matrix ssigned beneficiaries of showing s aff-a those services. TABLE 2: ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES (18 -MONTH, PERIOD) An estimate of program costs (by planning element) during the last 18'months (FY1974 and the first half of FY1975). TABLE 3: ASSESSMENT RECEIPTS, 1970 to 1975 A summary of the as to. member agencies over the six most recent budget periods. PROGRAM'CALENDARS -FOR PLANNING COMPONENTS These are"calendars of program efforts for three fiscal year periods:,FY73, FY74, FY75• LIST OF PUBLICATIONS AND REPORTS This is a listing of ma}or reports and plans prepared by or for the Regional Planning Commission from1970to the present. The subsequent sections in each of the e fou performed -and aserviceside a detailed description of the work ._-period. The Appendix providedduring this 18 -month reporting p includes the official financial report (audit) of the Commission for fiscal year 1974. A CONTINUING PLANNING.PROCESS d the The Regional Planning Crocesslon to besrelevanthistorically usefulstoelocal need for the planning p decision-making= _directlyninvolvingtial rtheanumerousalocal agencies this relevancy by on-goingparticipation in the process--attemptingntterm5 oflprogramschedling, this structure for planning. all areas concept requires a "maintenance level" oanningfneedforConsequently,' where there is a perceived continuingnterm calendar of varying effort this process translates into a long diagrammed on the following page. I-1 , PLANNING ELDIENr • (Land U s c ... J ust:re ,. `L-.) Year 1 -- Year • - - _ Year 3 - Year J - - Love -plana ung Io Effort _:. ' ffort `T\ - Major plan preparation for the -Project Review (A-95) with report planning element. including - '- and notification of affected data collection, agency involve-,_ agencles. _ hent, and alternative. plans - - - - Coordination of Planning Element : - PlanUpdatewith new data, analysis, - -- including regular meetings with evaluation of past implementation. agency representatives and co- - and preparation ofnew priorities - - ordination with their programs. and implementation schedules. The application of this planning process to all areas of planning needs which are identified by local governments obviously requires a substantial commitment to the planning function.: Under the conditions of limited resources, the Commission has evolved a descriptive annual work program as a_ -device to facilitate the trade-offs among competing needs. PROGRAM BUDGETING AND REPORTING The Commission has been evolving a program budgeting process over the past three years Rather than describe costs only in terms of budget "line items" such as salaries, rent, printing, etc., the program budget also includes costs for each subprogram of the Commission. An innovative feature of the work program is a program - budget matrix which serves as a.worksheet for Commission members -to evaluate alternative program priorities in relation to their estimated costs. _ The process has improved over the years, but.it does not yet include a fullreportingmechanism to give an accurate cost record by subprogram for periods within each year. Consequently, the information provided in Table 2 is an estimate of the costs assignable to each program area. The annual work programs developed by the Commission represent -- s the member agencies; perceptions oftheplanning needs of the region. Also, collectively, these agencies _decide ,on„the appropriate - level of funding to meet these needs --within -the constraints of available resources. 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A 1 S 0 s 3,i 3 x T to N N t7 a 'Y c b -a { Ln n N f' w r ' N r C G Pte.. a Alt _ tn 0 � to N V c` m � v V V (fir• R�. 1� i_I c 33 : •e • � r Fa A _b 0 3 to N N t7 2 b -a Ln n N f' w r ' N r C G r _ tn 0 � to N V c` m � v V V c PUBLICATIONS AND REPORTS of Regional Planning Commission Johnson County 1968-1974 1 CENTRAL SERVICES COMPONENT June 1972 FY1973-Work Pro$Final)d Budget. August 1972 (Initial and rocedures) A-95 Mannual'for project review p June 1973 (Handbook of the Small Communities Human Needs an County of the in Johnson Co Improvement Program -June 1973 ital in Johnson County August 1973 Summary Cap $eptember 1973 Small Program and Budget. Personnel Policy JCRPC 1973 and. 1974 -- - FY1974 Work and Final (continung) (Initial service. 1974 Legislative Monitoring January June 1974 JCRPC: An ion Intreramtand Budget. FY1975 Work PI ear Overall Program (Including three-y PY1976, November 1974 Design--OPD--for FY1975, Program -Report period ending December December 1974 (Covers 18-month P 1974 1974) for Rural Johnson-County ce (continuing) Socio-Economic Indices Grants Information Servi 2, ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENT May 1970 (LAND USE ELEMENT) Plan. March 1973 Regional Land -Use Plan A'Proposed Policy May 1973 Land Use Report-- Rural Land Use Plan Metropolitan reports) (Plus previous interim p Land Use August 1974 Stu(Plus . . Lake,Macbride Area Design- and Sewerage Study•SPACE ELEMENT) (PARKS, RECREATION „AND OPEN Parks, Recreation and June 1970 1912 Regional Plan for September Opel, Space �' Alternatives port on Ilan A May 1974 llpd:(F. WC1 Kent Park) date- for FY 1975• 55,E<fY Design; Park, P (:u) 7 �, conal ,Plan June ' 974 cit �I 1`37D 'Eot� 3Y.�ce. Revielr end Gt�r�3•{ meat Program yovember 1974 for Parks, Recreation and Crp Staff Report: Phase II Develop for F.W. Kent Park. 1-10 • (Publications and Reports)_ (TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT) Study Design: Area Transportation Study March 1970 Short -Range Mass Transit Plan for Iowa City September 1971 Urban Area Population Forecast Report for Johnson County. January 1972: Financial Resources Summary: Area Transporta- August1972 tion Study Mass Transit Survey and Analysis • August 1972 Februar 1973 y Transportation Goals and Objectives (Initial and final) Status.of Planning: Report to U. S. Department February 1973' of Transportation `Long lication: - Study -Design and Grant App - February 1973 Range Mass Transit Study. • Study Design and Grant Application: Regional September, 1973 Airport Systems Study. (Prepared in conjunction with the Linn_ _ County Regional Planning Commission)- Central Urban Area Traffic • June 1974 Micro -Analysis of Program (Draft) •' • August 1974 Unified Work Study Design and Grant Application: study of Analysis. -- -- September 1974 Mass Transit Marketing and Policy Evaluation Report: Mass Transit Maintenance -December 1974 Arrangements. . Public Transportationandthe Journey to December 1974 Work: A Survey of Area Employers-. (SOLID WASTE ELEMENT) --Background Report and Grant Application: Johnson County Solid Waste Management - January 1972 Study Background Report and Grant Application: Multi -County Solid Waste Management August 1972 Study .. Proposed SolidWasteManagement Plan, for . June 1973 Johnson County • (WATER SEWER ELEMENT) Regional Water and Sewer Facilities Plan February 1970 3. HUMAN NEEDS COMPONENT Regional Justice Plan July 1970 -- Guide for Applicants: Law Enforcement Grant August 1972 Program .January Regional Justice Plan #2. •_ • •_ - • 1973 March1973 Regional Housing Report . • Services Index December 1974 Johnson County Legal Issues of Marijuana Use . • December 1974 CENTRAL SERVICES COMPONENT TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 - Introduction . Work Program Elements and Services Z Program Planning4 nitoring Service 5 Legislative Mo Grant Information Service Services General Current Planning 6 Small Towns Committee. to DirectPlanning 8 Small Towns Participation inECIon Environmental 8 Johnson CountyCommission Qualitycakers for Community Involvement --SP 9 organizations 9 lvement--Citizens Advisory Community Tnvo,10 Committee. and Review p-95 and EIS Processing Special Work Tasks and Services 13 ,tapping and Graphics Assistance •13 Bikeway Planning_ .14 State Land Use. .14 us ._ Wide Special Cens •15 County- .16 ,e„i�lative Liaison _;,n,ration . INTRODUCTION The Central_ Services Component of -the Commission's Work Program encompasses a series of ongoing planning, programming, and inform- ing services. The main objectives of this component are: (1) To provide the timely preparation of new planning programs (2) To ensure the coordination.. of Commission activities with other agencies and levels of government (3) To provide information on state and federal legislation, administrative guidelines, and funding (d) To provide direct current planning and grants assistance to members: The three committees which 'are 'involved within Central Services are the Executive Board, the Citizens Advisory Committee, and the Small Towns Committee: Staff assistance toward the work elements within this component is gained from each staff member, with emphasis on the responsibility- of the Executive Director, the Senior Planner, and one Project Planner. The secretarial, graphics, financial and information services staffing is provided by two secretaries, one full-time graphics specialist,, and three part-time employees Il -1 WORK PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND SERVICES PROGRAM PLANNING The element includes as its objectives,_ the preparation of the Overall Program Design (OPD) and annual Work Program -Budget. These documents set forth the immediate planning goals and priorities fortheRegional Planning Commission. The Executive Board is trying to minimize time lapse between the identification of a planning; program -- -needed and the actual scheduling, and implementing of the program. During the past year, improvements have been brought about in the following programming areas: 1. The identification and description of areawide' planning needs, . -- 2. The identification and investigation of federal planning grants, and 3. The coordination with existing and proposed planning efforts in the region.' (AREAWIDE PLANNING NEEDS) The Commission has adopted a three year OPD to 'facilitate the scheduling and description of long-range planning needs. In addition, , _ accessibility to local elected officials the Commission improved its and citizens through the amendment of Commission by-laws, the staff - and of the Citizens Advisory Committee, the formation of the Small orientation program for Towns Committee, and the beginning of an . new Commission members. (FEDERAL PLANNINGGRANTS) In the past two years the Commission has faced the diminution of federal planning grant sources. This has required additional support from members of local governments to continue_ ongoing planning programs. The following planning fund sources were identified and fully investigated: 1. The 1974 Federal Highway Act 2. The Section 208 -_Water Quality Management Act through EPA 3. The Bureau of outdoor Recreation through the State Conservation Commission - 4. The Urban Observatory Program through HUD S. The Comprehensive Employment and Training Act through OPP 6. HEW intergrated grants for the County Human Needs Analysis 7. Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 In addition, the Commission also confirmed that General Revenue Sharing payments can be utilized for ,regional planning purposes. II -2 (COORDINATION OF PLANNING EFFORTS) The Commission and Executive Board were also active in efforts to ensure the planning efforts by various levels of government are in accord with the Commission OPD and annual Work Program. Included among this coordinative activities were: 1 Review and comment on the initial State Transportation Policy 2. Commission member and staff participation in the League, of Iowa Municipalities, Iowa StateAssociation of Counties, Iowa Association of Regional Councils, and National Associa- tion of Regional' Councils 3. Assistance toward the formation and initial operation of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commissions 4. Coordination with the State Conservation Commission on solutionsofLake Macbride sewer and land use problems -5. Communications with O.M.B. and problem statement on the status of the county as an "S.M.S.A." and as an "urbanized area." II -3 LEGISLATIVE MONITORING SERVICE Initiated in 1973 the Commission continued an expanded Le islative Monitoring Service as provided for in the Work Program -Bu get.- T e LMS monitors state legislative activities year round. When the General Assembly is in session, all bills introduced are summarized and categorized for easy reference and any actions taken are codified on status charts updated regularly. Between legislative sessions, various study committees examining specific bills or subject areas area also monitored. The 'LMS `also provides information on the legis- lators and the various committees. The objectives of the LMS are: 1. Increase citizen and local government awareness of the legislative process. 2. Disseminate information as to legislation being considered. 3. Provide a systematic and complete record of legislative activities for reference purposes. 4. Open up governmentprocessesthrough an informed citizenry. LMS is provided to membe The r county and city -officials, the Executive Boar�and the area legislators free of charge. In addition, there were approximately forty (40) copies distributed to paying subscribers. Evaluation forms that were completed and returned by -recipients -of the service have found it a useful and informative service. GRANT INFORMATION SERVICE The Grant Information Service was initiated in the summer of 1974• to meet -t the need for accurate and complete information on a variety of federal grant programs of interest to local governments. The GIS is a -biweekly mailing.which provides information on new grant/ loan programs, pertinent legislative developments, application`infor- mation, regulations, appropriations and allocations, and any other - information of interest to potential grant recipients. Theobjectivesof the GrS are: 1. To provide accurate and complete information concerning grant programs to local governments. 2. To keep abreast of new funding developments that may benefittheCommission members. 3. Keep local governments informed as to policy changes in funding_ approaches. 4. To locate potential funding sources for particular governmental needs.' The GIS is circulated to Commission members, various local government officials and departments, and private agencies located within Johnson County. Six issues have been distributed -to date and cover such topics as rural water and sewer funds, bikeways and pedestrian trails, Housing -and_Community-Development Act and regulations, child abuse, ' food stamp eligibility, breakfast program, fire prevention, and juvenile delinquency programs. GENERAL CURRENT PLANNING SERVICES: SMALL TOWNS COMMITTEE The Committee was established in February, 1974, to determine the I current and long-range planning needs of the nine small cities in Johnson County and of Riverside in Washington County. Staff assis- tance to the Committee was budgeted in the Fiscal Year 1974 Work Program.through the Intergovernmental Cooperation Element and in the Fiscal Year 1975 Work Program Budget through the General` Current Planning Services Element. The objectives of the Committee are as follows: - 1. To provide an active forum for the identification, discussion and resolution of mutual problems confronting each of the small cities. 2. To examine the interjurisdictional implications of various county -wide plans and on-going programs. 3. To develop a viable information network between the small towns, the county and the Johnson County Regional Planning Commission., 4. To providecurrentplanning services to each small city in an orderly, timely and efficient manner. 5. To evaluate federal and state legislation and programs as they impact the development of these rural communities. 6. To provide for special studies in problem areas as identi- fied by the small towns committee. The committee has been meeting regularly with monthly and in some cases biweekly sessions. To date the following reports have been discussed by the committee and many of the individual city councils: 1. Staff recommended Planning Process for.HUD_Community Development Block Grants for Non -Metropolitan Areas. 2. Joint County -Small Towns Road and Street Maintenance Program. 3. Evaluation of Current Federal Programs to Aid in Rural Development. 4. Evaluation of the County Sheriff's Department Proposal to Increase Charge for, Contractual Services. 5. Socio -Economic and Financial Background Data on the Small Towns_for -HUD Community Development Applications 11-6 GENERAL CURRENT PLANNING SERVICES: DIRECT PLANNING ASSISTANCE TO THE SMALL TOWNS Requests for information, grant application preparation and technical planning services have been made to the staff of the Regional Planning_ Commission. Some allocation of staff has been made in the FY 75 Work Program Budget in Central Information Services and more directly in the General Current Planning_ Services element. Projects which have been completed to date include: 1. Lone Tree Housing Commission: A review of Section 23 and new Section 8 Subsidized Rent Programs 2. -Riverside: An evaluation of a community -wide questionnaire conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission and a site design for application in the FmHA Housing for the Elderly Program 3. Oxford: Application for BOR grantassistance for a municipal park 4. North Liberty: Application for BOR grant assistance for a neighborhood park in the Beaver Kreek Addition Currently, the staff is engaged in constructing a number of other applications for federal assistance. The projects which seek other than the new Community Development Act assistance` include: 1. Riverside: Application for _open space land and development of recreational facilities through BOR -grants-in-aid program as well as assistance in gaining FmHA assistance for a, twenty' - unit elderly housing project: 2. Lone Tree: Land acquistion and development of recreational facilities through BOR 3. North Liberty: Amendment of the current application covering the development of the Dubuque Street Ball Diamond Recently, the requests for grants information and technical assistance have been generated from _other city councils. However, it appears that these requests can be consolidated in the Housing and Community Development' Act planning process. 11 -7 PARTICIPATION IN EAST CENTRAL IOWA ASSOCIATION OFREGIONALPLANNING COMMISSIONS The Commission became a member of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commissions in July of 1973. J. Patrick White was elected Chairperson of the Association.and is presently serving in that position. Johnson County representatives were active in informing other counties in the sub -state district through attending meetings in various counties. The staff of JCRPC assisted the new agency with preparation of agendas and minutes, work pro- gram budgets for Fiscal Years 1974 and 1975, and with the employment of a director in June of 1974. The Association now includes Johnson, Linn, Iowa, Jones and Washington Counties. The offices of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commissions are located in Iowa City: JOHNSON COUNTY COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY The Johnson County Commission on Environmental Quality continued work - in the area of environmental controls -and `energy resource conservation. The CEQ is an independent commission staffed through the -Regional Planning Commission office. Its work activities included refinement of -the --Noise Control Ordinance including input from Environmental Protection-Agencyrepresentatives, drafting of an Open Burning Ordinance, efforts urging initiation of land use planning in the county and `prepara- tion of a grant application for the establishment of a coordinator for voluntary recycling programs. ,One other project under study by the commission is the establishment of an Environmental` Protection Office in the City of Iowa City or Johnson County. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT -SPEAKERS FOR ORGANIZATIONS Commission and staff members spoke before several organizations and groups during the reporting period. Three primary dpcartmcnts, the Law School, the Urban and Regional Planning Program, and the School of Social Work all included seminar sessions with the Regional Planning' Commission members or staff as lead participants. Theobjectivesof this activity are: 1. Disseminate information on the Regional Planning Commission directly to public interest and other - groups. 2. Receive input from the organization and groups. General Regional Planning Commission purposes and land use activities were presented to the Optomist Club, Chamber, -of Commerce, Home Builders Association, the Iowa City Board of Realtors, Citizens' for Better Iowa City, and the Iowa Chapter of the American Institute of Planners.'. -The Regional Planning Commission staff also assisted in a Transit Day ,pro- motion program. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT -CAC The present Citizens' Advisory Committee prior to the start of Fiscal Year 1974. CAC are: 1. To provide broad citizen input 2. Select citizen members to the, and its functional committees. was established immediately The purpose or objectives of to the planning process. Regional Planning Commission The CAC completed its selection of representatives to committees during the first part of the Fiscal Year. It provided citizen input in areas of comments on the urban renewal Environmental Impact Statement,Ralston Creek planning proposal, County office relocation plan, and location ofcommunicationtowers. The CAC also commented on the Work Program - Budget and Overall Program Design for_Fiscal -Year 1975 through a paired comparison ranking of priorities among planning elements and projects. A-95 AND EIS PROCESSING AND REVIEW ,included in this _category are A-95 reviews of local applicants, A-95 reviews of federally -initiated projects, and Environmental Impact Statement(EIS)reviews. The process is difficult to program because of the inability to predict the volume of projects or the level of review and research needed for individual projects. For example, the continuing review of Kent Park consumes a great deal of staff,committee and Commission time becausetheCommission has an adopted plan and has a high level of interest in the relation of the individual project to the adopted plana' The FY74 Work Program/Budget allocated a very minimal amount of time and cost to A-95 review ($1400). In reality, this function consumes considerably more time. The-FY75-Work Program/Budget did not allocate any planning stafftimeto the process, although approximately six planner weeks have been spent during the six month period. _ 11-10 FY74 A-95 AND EIS REVIEWS DATE APPLICANT PROJECT Sept'. 73 City of Iowa City R-14 Urban Renewal(EIS) - Sept. 73 City of 'Iowa City and Ralston Creek Planning _ Johnson County Soil Conservation District Sept. 73 JCRPC Linn -Johnson County_ Regional Airport Study Sept. 73 City of Solon Step 1 Sewer Improvement Nova 73 City of North Liberty Treatment Plant Expansion Jan. 74 Johnson 'County Conserva- Kent Park -Russell Tract tion Board Jan. 74 Hoover Health Council Planning Grant Feb. 74 University of Iowa South Hospital Addition Feb. 74 Veterans Administration - - Parking Ramp Hospital Feb. 74 Johnson County Secondary County Road F20 Road Department Mar_ 74 Iowa Conservation Lake Macbride State Park Commission Development - Mar. 74 ECIARPC FY74 Criminal Justice - Plan Apr. 74 Mid -Eastern Iowa Community New Facility Mental Health Center- - ---Apr. 74 City of North Liberty Park Development May 74 Veterans Administration Entrance Improvements Hospital Jun. 74 HACAP FY75 Services Program Jun. 74 HACAP Headstart Pre-school --Jun. 74 HACAP Emergency Food and Medical Services Jun. 74 Kirkwood Community College Comprehensive Emergency and University of Iowa Medical Services Education - TT -11 FY7S A -9S AND EIS REVIEWS DATE APPLICANT PROJECT Aug. 74 City of Coralville Step 1 Sewer Improvement Aug. 74 City of Hills Step 1 Sewer Improvement Aug. 74 Area Agency on Aging Congregate'Meals Sept. 74 City of North Liberty __ Water -System Improvement Sept. 74,- City of North Liberty Step 1 Sewer Improvement Sept. 74 State Historical Depart- Plum Grove Restoration ment of Iowa Sept. 74 Johnson County Conservation Kent Park -Phase, II Board Development Oct. 74 University of Iowa Finkbine Bikeway Nov. 74 ECIARPC FY7S Criminal Justice Plan, Nov. 74 University of Iowa: School Child Abuse Research of Social Work Nov. 74 University of Iowa: School Child Abuse Research of Pediatrics =: Dec. 74 City of Iowa City Transit Improvements-- Buses Dec. 74 State Historical Depart- State Historic Preservation ment of Iowa Inventory i II -12 • ECIAL WORK TASKS AND SERI&S MAPPING AND GRAPHICS ASSISTANCE -During--the reporting period the Regional Planning Commission increasedd its mapping and graphics capability, The Commission is starting -to serve as a depository for major mapping and aerial photo projects in the county. Maps prepared for Commission and committee use and also available for general use include: 1. School Districts in Johnson _County - 2. Proposed Street Improvements in Iowa City - 3. Rural Mail Routes in Johnson County` 4. Townships and Towns in Johnson County Assistance and map preparation for the special census was provided in the areas of overall base maps and for several individual cities. Site plan and graphics assistance for several grant applications - and the Community Coordinated Child Care committee were provided. - BIKEWAY PLANNING The Regional Planning Commission has-been involved in various facets of bikewayplanning over the past one and one-half years. The enactment of new federal legislation with provisions for additional funding for . bikeway/walkway projects coupled with the increased usage of the bicycle has generated a substantial interest in this area. Since bikeway planning is not a scheduled element of the Regional Planning commission's work program, the efforts.in bikeway planning have not resulted in a peport, but rather coordinative efforts to encourage participating jurisdictions to submit plans and proposals for bikeway" projects A summary of staff efforts in regard to bikeway planning are as follows: a. Liaison work with Coralville, Johnson County, Iowa City, and the University of Iowa b. A meeting with a state legislative subcommittee regarding possible changes in state policies and programs affecting bikeway improvements C. Grant assistance to the University of Iowaregardinga proposal - to construct a separated bike trail from Coralville to the University Recreation Center d. Written and oral correspondence with local agencies to explain the procedures involved in the application` for federal funds for bikeway projects Currently there are efforts to develop and coordinate various bikeway Project proposals in Coralville"and -Iowa City. It is hopedthatthese efforts will eventually result in the construction of several high priority bikeway projects. II -13 STATE LAND USE In November, 1973, the Regional Planning Commission's Executive Board expressed concern over the development of state land use planning and regulatory legislation. The, Executive Board and the Commission formally adopted a position statement on the draft bill, later to be entitled H.F. 1422. Other activities of the Executive Board and the staff included meeting with local legislators, other regional council members, and the Iowa State Association of Counties and the League of Iowa Municipalities in order to express the Commission's disapproval of H.F. 1422. Activities concerned with state land use legislation amount to ,a, substantial departure from traditional Commission responsibility. Creation of Commission position statements and direct legislative lobbying efforts, however, were deemed necessary to avert the creation of a new state regulatory process and a new planning process which would bind cities and counties to many procedural activities for which they would not receive compensation. COUNTY -WIDE SPECIAL CENSUS Coordination for the recent census of'Johnson ;County was supplied by the staff. The objectives of the census were three -fold: 1. To gain an official Bureau of the Census count of the population of Johnson County so as to generate additional state transfer payments and new federal program aid to the local_ governments. 2. To gain new enumeration district data on shifts ,in pop- ulation concentrations and in family characteristics so: as to update the information from the 1970 dicennal census. _3. To lower the costs of the special census to each member jurisdiction by encouraging 100% participation of all twelve local governments The staff was active in gaining a "letter ruling" from the U. S. Department of Treasury on the permissibility local governments using general revenue sharing money to pay to providing: mapping and other services to the special census office, and in evaluation on the quality of canvas of the field workers. The official count from the Bureau of the Census was received' by each local government by December 13th so that notification can be made to the Iowa Secretary of State prior to the beginning of the new calendar year. rr-14 LEGISLATIVE LIAISON._ ro ram originated in the spring of 1973 The Legislative Liaison program g with the state legislators and was continued as provided for in the Work Pthe state leg The program consists of biweeklyoard. All meetings rare epresenting our arare ea in the Commission's participate. Executive center Discussions Commission members n before the General Assembly and other on various bills pending legislative concerns. The objectives of the program are: .- ning goals and objectives through 1To effectuate plan pending and/or proposedlegislative. leg 2. To provide input from local governments into the process. 3. To keep area legislators informed as to the legislative needs and concerns of their constituency. legislation effecting - q, To provide open discussion on local governments. Department of bargaining, overn- assistance for mass transit, local g Meetings covered such topics as voce for t state housing authority, Transportation, land use, purchasing and bidding, ,cable television, ro ram has. resulted ment p and soon. The P g islators and functional classification of roads, and lobbying input into the legislative process, in an important -two-way flow of information between the eg local governments, P by the Commission chairperson - activities COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT-ORIENTATION The Regional Planning Commission orientation program was initiated in early 1974 after the final reorganization of ,the commission was achieved in January of 1974. The report`"An Introduction" explaining the history, organizational structure, and operations of the Regional Planning Commission was prepared and distributed.- Executive Board and staff members held a series of small group meetingswherebrief presen- tations were followed by extensive interchanges of questions and - answers. Objectives of the Orientation: 1. Acquaint new Regional Planning Commission members with Regional Planning Commission purpose, structure and planning efforts. 2. Provide answers to new representatives questions in a small group setting. New members generally found the sessions very helpful in assisting their full participation -in the, Regional Planning Commission. New members are now offered the opportunity to meet individually, of 'if changeovers demand, in groups with the Executive Board and staff to receive orientation materials and explanations. ADDITIONAL SPECIAL_PROJECTS 1. Contracts were drafted for special studies to be conducted for Commission member or members (e.g., Government Space Study).; 2. Memorandum was prepared and distributed concerning the reorganiza- tion of the state Department of Social Services and the possible effect on the local delivery of services. 3. In the summer of 1973, attempts were made by letter and phone to determine state agency or department precedures`for developing admini- strative rules and regulations. This project was dropped due to the (1) lack of cooperation and/or express resistance from the agencies contacted and (2) the passage of the Iowa Administrative Procedures Act. 4.- Requests for federal and state bills or statutes are filled for staff, interested citizens, and Commission members. S. Bills of special interest to the Commission are summarized and analyzed for the informational needs of staff and members. Examples of bills analyzed are Federal Mass -Transit legislation,_ Allied Services__' Act (federal), Department of Transportation (state), Iowa Housing Finance Development Authority (state), and land use legislation (federal and state) 6. Statutary provisions are researched and analyzed to answer special requests. Examples: does the county have the power to con- struct -and -operate a sanitary sewer system? What relief, if any, does the functional classification of roads law, give counties on secondary roads entering and exiting from state land or parks? <I 1 Introduction. . Z Program Calendar . ' Work Program Elements and Services Arca Transportation Study. .) Mass Transit Planning • -,S Parks, Recreation, and op Pace' 7 Non -Metropolitan Land Use Planning. Special Work Tasks and Services INTRODUCTION Component is historically the oldest Comp Commission's component of the Regional Planning The Environmental Planning tan with federal and most extensive comp oint regional p_ itbeganin 1968-with the contract Thlstonitialasegional work program. re are a three-point leted firm to prepare a, Planning program. was comp sulting the to provide assistance under arks, and water-sewer facilities) is Plan (land use> P in 1970. The purpose of the environmental 'comenv p rehensive framework the environmental elated a coordinated and comp Although overnments. physical relationships, decisions of local govern concerned with Planning Commission Component may seem P of the Regional s'are it has been the philosophy and human affairs �heaplonniip h sisal uently, Tanning and that the environmenlnterrelated. Conseq endent of the interdependent and n the physical sector is not is the area- decisionmaking and the Regional Planning which integrates the concerns of all the work other sector body wide policy _ ,__ program components. with one senior planner - onent has varied since the beginning of Of the comp usually Plus two The staffing the In staff, P the the Commission staffin1969, roect planner comprising needed. In addition, and one p J persons assigned as ed. employed. to four part-time - expertise of consultant firms has been regularly include: The committees of the Environment Component °p Committee Transportation PolicyCommittee Transportation Technical ttee-- Transportation Citizens Advisory Comm' Transit Advisory Committee Regional Airport Study committee and Water Resources Committteesent) Land Use Inactive a Solid Waste Committee If( i Z cn > O U AG O G 0 � rri CA tTj mmEn r z En C'1 ZO 9 - tri p Ccn _ trl a C7 '� M z M 'c1 0 0 n �� o ro o -3 o .d f,.. W tro 7 C:7 • • • to _ < 471 ct a' c O . Z a - • • p w 0 CD .I L IJ • *K PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND S*CES AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY Background The Area Transportation Study (ATS) began in the summer of 1970, initiating the first substantial transportation planning effort in Johnson County. The focus of the ATSis on nithe urban portionuseof the county. The format of the study is generally urban transportation plans throughout the United States, that is, a - data -oriented forecast of future travel patterns based on the current.,. travel habits exhibited by local residents. The actual study design conforms to the standards established by the federal government for ead to federally -assisted capital projects. planning studies which may l The study was augmented in 1973 by the incorporation of a mass transit technical study, funded in part by the U. S. Department of Transporta- tion. The details of the mass transit element of the transportation study are discussed under a separate heading. Objective To determine future network deficiencies based on projections of future travel demand and to arrive at the most effective plan for relieving those deficiencies through the utilization of alternate technologies. Result A street and highway plan which recognizes the role of transit and which includes system improvements schedules according to level of demand and financial resources. Participants The participants in the Area Transportation Study include four committees and three consultants plus the staff of the Regional Planning Commission. The committees include:_ 1. The Policy Committee (11 members) is composed oflocal or governmental o tcials — policy-making positions, representatives. 2. The Technical Committee (17 members) is composed of tech- nical sta mem ers o the various governmental agencies involved in the study. 3. The -Citizens' Advisor Committee (Transportation) currently has a out 25 mem ers, an is -_composed -of persons residing within the county, but not representing particular groups or agencies. III -3 4. The TransitAdvisor Committee (7 members) is composedthe of representatives o transit operating agencies (3) Regional Planning Commission (2), and the Citizens' Advisory Committee (2), plus non-voting resource persons from the Technical Committee. The technical participants include: 1. 2. The Iowa State Highway Commission is responsible for creating , the technical basis for the study, primarily in the form of origin -destination data, traffic counts, and a mathematical computer model which will forecast future travel patterns and future travel demand. The computer model is also used to test alternative future transportation plans generated in the study. The background data and the computer model have' recently been used to create' the initial forecast of travel in the year 1995. With this stage completed, work may now begin on developing alternative plans. The engineering consultant firm, DeLeuw, Cather, and Company, will provide advise and general gui ance,to t e stu y,.pri= marily in the "plan development" phase. The consultant has recently completed a special sub -study of central area traffic, proposals, called the "Micro -Analysis,' further described under a separate heading._ 3. The Institute of Urban and Re ional Research of the University o Iowa, is response a or eveloping alterna- tive plans, also based on the travel forecasts supplied ,by the Highway Commission's computer model. (The mass transit element is discussed in a subsequent section.) The primary task of the transit element is to project various modal splits in travel habits, to identify varying proportions of persons using mass transit compared to personal auto use, and -to pro- ject the policies and costs which would be necessary to ` achieve those alternative assumptions. 4. The staff of the Regional Planning Commission is responsible for supplying various socio-economic data concerning the study -- area to the Highway Commission staff for incorporation into: the computer model. Much of this_work_involved the develop ment of an areawide land use plan, which was subsequently adopted by the Regional Planning. Commission in May of 1973. Based on -that _plan, data forecasts for small study zones were prepared. Present Status - The following list notes the phases of the transportation which have been completed: 111-4 Phase Completed Land Use and Socio -Economic Data a. Field Surveys and Inventory a - b. Population and Growth Forecasts - C. 1995 Land Use Plan d, 1980 -Socio -Economic Forecasts e. 1995 Socio -Economic Forecasts f. Financial Resources Survey Transportation Plan a. Origin -Destination Survey b. Street System Inventory c. Model Calibration, d.- 1995.Travel Forecasts (Trip generation, trip distribution, and -trip assignment) e. Analysis of Forecasts f. "Development of Alternative Plans - g. Plan Selection h. Plan Adoption rtation study will require The remaining three items of the transpo substantial involvemeDuringing tamong committees, the staff and the consultants. Des will During this development" phase, model to ienifthe ely be prtPaofavand tetevia thearioussalternativesctopthertransportationtnetworks. In impac ated so addition, the fulanturerrole of mas ecommendedsforradoptionlwill sincludevconsideration that the final p of both transportation modes. Timetable evelopment" -phase. of the study It is projected that this final ,plan d will be completed have within months. e that time, the transportation committees should have forwarded to; the Regional Planning Commission there their respective recommendationsCommissionoand its tion fmember nagencies, plan. After adoption by planning process involving the implementation, will begin a continuing P of the transportation plan. monitoring, and periodic updating 0 ­ 0 1 MASS TRANSIT PLANNING Background The current work in mass transit planning began in the fall of 1973 as the result of a financial assistance grant from the federal Urban Mass Transportation Administration (UMTA). This grant permitted the Commission to employ the Institute of Urban and Regional Research oftheUniversity of Iowa as a consultant to assist in a technical study of long range mass transit options for the region. In particular, the study was intended to produce a five-year transit development_,pro-. gram to schedule specific mass transit improvements for local transit operating agencies (Iowa City, Coralville, and the University of Iowa), Present Status This UMTA funded study, with approximately a one-year project period, is nearly complete at this time. A draft Transit Development Program has been prepared and is being reviewed by the various transportation committees.and approved by the Commission. In addition, a survey was, distributed to all area employers.to obtain information on transit usage, work times, transportation needs, and employer attitudes. A continuation of transit planning is programmed by the Commission for this fiscal year (FY'75) based on an anticipated additional planning grant for UMTA. The focus of the new project iwll be on a more complete analysis of inter -modal impacts (auto and bus) of alternative transpor- tation policies, plus a study of transit opportunities for particular sub -groups of the population. Relationship to Area Transportation Study Mass Transit planning is fully integrated with the Area Transportation Study, with the same committees being involved in all aspects of trans- portation planning. Federal guidelines also emphasize the need for multi -modal plans and multi-modalplanning processes. The -committee structure includes representation of -policy -makers, citizens, technical staff persons, and transit system operators. Objective The objective of the mass transit planning element is to determine the future role of mass transit in accommodating certain types of travel demand based on economic, environmental, and institutional considerations, - and to design the most effective system for fulfilling that Tole. Result The anticipated result of this project is a transit system plan which is coordinated with the auto network in the types of travel for which it is suited; a Transit Development Program which schedules improvements in five year increments for the purpose of satisfying demand in high volume corridors through employment or the appropriate technalogy.gnd implementation of rolavcnt pol.icles. Continuation be and this fiscal period ' lanning will 11 be mass transit -p effort, involving implementation or program recommenda- As with the Area Transportation Study, and periodic revisions a continuing the impact of system changes, tions, monitoringan. of the transit p PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE Background Recreation and Mange plan for Parks,a consulting -firm, The Commission adopted The plan had been prepared by Open Space in with the substantial and involvIlent a Powers,,titi'iilis-and Associates, Recreation, committee similar to the current Parks, Committee._ f the federal: Bureau of Planning requirements o Agencies have been The plan meets the PBOR), and consequently local Outdoor Recreation ltal grants of up is that of.the cost pdatedlatsfive- BOR requires that a plan be updated plan able to receive cap eligible for BOR grants, the adopted park projects since 1970. October of; 1975. year intervals. To rdoptedeingits revised form by must be updated and adopted ear 1975 provides .that this The Commission's work program for fiscal Y quarter t this fiscalyear, the last q _ the first q update should be initiate( and be completed during (beginning April 1, through September 30, 1975). of next fiscal year ( Present Status in until later in h -work on this plan update is notdue Opento bSpace Committee has Althroug year, the Parks, Recreation, ro rams of the various this fiscal Y orts on the activities andnPaddition, the staff begun to receive rep. in the county. of recreation facilities in the park and recreation sed rove to has completed a rev county. county. III -7 - NON -METROPOLITAN LAND USE PLANNING Background - - Following a general land use study prepared by a consultant in 1969 for county under contract with the Rhe egional Planning Commission, a staff study was undertaken in 1972 which resulted in - draft policy proposals for consideration by local officials. Based on the experiences of these two studies, the commission recognized the need for a non -metropolitan land use policy for Johnson County. This policy. study was initiated in the summer of 1974 as part of .the Commission's fiscal year 1975 program. It will complement the recently adopted Plan and result in a`land use; policy which covers Metropolitan Land Use all of Johnson County including the metropolitan area, the small towns, and the unincorporated territory. Objective The objective of the study is to provide a set of guidelines and policies - optimal -use of land resources in Johnson County. for promoting an Result The result of the study will be several alternative land use concepts to guide land use decision-making inthenon-metropolitan portion of Johnson County. These alternative concepts will afford the citizen and the elected officials of the county an opportunity to select a single set of policies and implementing devices for achieving land use objectives. Present Status Base mapping and land use inventories are underway. Reconisance of land ownership records has been completed. °Existing aerial photography from various sources is being utilized, otoabe supplementedfined base by ysfielderies for surveys as necessary. Upcompletion the county,; with existing land uses plotted, alternative development and described -for review and consideration concepts will be sketched by the Commission's Land Use and Nater Resources Committee as well as other groups and agencies. Based on 'discussion of these concepts, alternative policy statements will be drafted and evaluated. Timetable The study is expected to conclude with a set of recommendations to the Commission by the end of the fiscal year (June 30, 1975). Interim reports will be presented from the staff and committee as appropriate. SPECIAL WORK TASKS ANDSERVICES MICRO-ANALYSIS OF CENTRAL AREA TRAFFIC - As part of the Area Transportation Study, the Commission in the_spring_of-1974 authorized a special project to analyze the impact of alternative traffic plans for the central partofIowa City. This project was primarily the responsibility of; the Commission's transportation consultant, DeLeuw,-Cather, and onsultant evaluated the feasibility Company of Chicago. The c of certain street closures under varying assumptions of traffic volumes and transit usage. The written report with maps and drawings illustrating these impacts was presented to the trans- portation committees in July of this year. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT REPORT Understate and federal statutes, all local governments were required to prepare a plan for solid waste management and submit it to the state Department of Environmental Quality during 1973. As the areawidc-planning agency, the Commission was required to prepare a county -wide report for -all 'jurisdic tions. This report, including a description of present and future waste generation,contractual arrangements, and other relevant data, were prepared by the staff, submitted to DEQ; and accepted in the fall of 1973. APPLICATIONS FOR MASS TRANSIT CAPITAL GRANTS At the request of -the local transit operating, agencies (Iowa City, Coralville, University of Iowa) the Commission provided assistance in the preparation of capital grant appli- cations for new mass transit equipment and facilities. Three preliminaryapplicationswere submitted to the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) early in 1974. Following initial federal review, a unified grant application, was requested, with Iowa City acting as the lead agency. During_1974,_numerous meetings were held and frequent contacts made with the Urban Mass Transporta- tion Administration, including a visit to Washington'in October. A final application with necessary supporting documents is scheduled to be submitted in January. TRANSIT PLANNING CERTIFICATION In order to be eligibleforfederal mass transit capital assistance, the local area must demonstrate the existence of comprehensive areawide planning, including transportation planning. In 1971, the City: of Iowa City received a capital g rant -for twelve new transit coaches, but $100,000 '(1/6 of the total project cost) -was withheld pending certification of the planning process. The completion of the first transit technical study and the documentation of the planning process of the Regional Planning Commission resulted in release of those funds to I(1 -q the City of Iowa City. The written report for this certifica o the U.S.` Department of Transportation in tion was submitted February 1973 and approved in May 1973. An update report was filed in June 1974, with re- certification; now -dependent on federal acceptance of a final five-year Transit Development Program, adopted by the Commission in December 1974. ANALYSIS AND REPORT ON SEATS (State's Elderly Area X Transportation System) When the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) was formed as part of Kirkwood College in April 1973, seven county advisory boards were established to provide input to the agency. In Johnson Supervisors designated the Regional County theBoardof Planning Commission as 'the advisory board. The seven county SEATSsystemwas approved for _funding _by the federal agency in June 1973 and service was initiated in February 1974. To coordinate the SEATS service within Johnson County, the Commission's Executive Board appointed a special committee composed of users and agency representatives. Prior to the appointment of the local SEATS committee the Commission requested a'staff report on the proposed system and its relation to other transportation services. That report, dated December 5, 1973, described alternative organizational structures and operating arrangements. After mini -van service was initiated, the Commission was requested by the SEATS Committee to provide staff assistance for administration and monitoring of the system. A part-time staff memberwasretained to gather relevant data and work with the SEATS Committee on a temporary basis through June, 1974. The staff prepared -a summary analysis of SEATS operations to date and a presentation was made to the Executive Board and the County Board of Supervisors in September 1974.° Subsequently, the local office of the Hawkeye Area Community Action, Program-(HACAP) began to 'provide administra- tive assistance to the SEATS committee. The Commission hasiseen asked to provide as much continuing p g assistance possible LAND USEINFORMATIONSYSTEM STUDY During the early months of 197.4,_the_Institute _of Urban and Regional Researchobtained a demonstration grant from the - state Office for Planning and Programming to develop a computer assisted regional land use information system. The Instituto requested the participation of the Commission todevelopand maintain this information system. _Progress to date - has-been made in the following areas: - 1-. The development of an accurate geographically - referenced cell network - 2. The development of accurate and up-to-date - subdivision parcelmaps s. The development of future environmental -oriented planning programs which will utilize the computer- ized information system 4. The initial construction of geographically referenced data sets for inclusion in the system. - Much of the work performed by the Commission' under' this contract has been directly linked with the Non -Metro Land Use Plan, now in preparation. STUDY DESIGN AND TRANSIT PLANNING GRANT During this reporting period, a study design and planning grant` application was prepared for continued mass transit planning.'' The project was designed and submitted to the U. S. Department of Transportation in September, 1974. The preparation -of --the application required the updating of several status of planning support documents including a pro- posed Unified Work Program for continued transportation planning. The major effortinthe development of this program was the design of a, transit marketing study element and a framework for integrating transit and automobile planning in the Area Transpor- tation Study. - ITI-.11 METROPOLITAN LAND USE PLAN: FINAL ADOPTION In May, 1973,, the Commission accepted and adopted the Preliminary Land Use Plan for the Metropolitan Portion of Johnson County. The plan was prepared by the various committees of the Commission, in conjunction with the Area Transportation Study. The plan was not labled'"final plan" because minor adjustments were foreseen in order to balance the land use proposals with the street proposals expected from the Area Transportation Study. Because of recent federal legislation, it became necessary to consider an amended title for _this plan, to remove the word "preliminary." The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (HCD) requires that a three-year communitydevelopment program and a one-year housing assistance program, which are consistent with areawide and national growth policies, be submitted as part of the eligibility for a grant. Because of this particular language, it was considered useful to demonstrate that areawide and national growth objectives are met orareanticipated to be met in the community. After consideration by the Land Use and Water Resources Committee, and a recommendation to the Regional Planning Commission, the Commission' voted at its meeting of December 18, 1974, that the land use plan titlebechanged to: "Land Use Plan for the Metropolitan Portion of Johnson County" 11112 HUMAN NEEDS COMPONENT TABLE OF CONTENTS • 1 Introduction . • Program Calendar. - Work Program Elements and Services Human Services Agency Inventory - Index. • 5 Johnson County Services . S Human Services Analysis. .- 6 Human Needs Grants Assistance. . 7 Just.i.ce and Human Relations - Special Work Tasks -and Services 12 Information and Referral .12 County Aging Task Force . 13 Housing Coordination. for the Elderly • 13 Conference on Housing .13 Marijuana Report . • -. • •- i' INTRODUCTION The Human Needs Component was established with the adoption of the FY73 Work Program Budget, in July 1972. Prior to that time`` independent justice and housing -planning-iactivities were.conducted. The motivating force behind a human needs component approach was the assumption that inventory of needs and services systemswas most efficiently prepared and implemented through a unified and integrated approach ratherthanan ad hoc and unprogrammed method. Itwas 'also ''apparent that__ problems' of people are not only functional (housing, education, health), but individual person associated. For example, a person with a drug problem may have associated_ justice and employment problems. Therefore, the _Regional Planning - Commission determined that a comprehensive and 'integrated approach to inventory, planning, and programming was desirable, and established the human needs component of the general planning process. Through the three and one-half year period, the staff assigned to the Human Needs Component has varied with most concentration during' calendar year 1973 when a senior planner was spending one-third time and a project planner was spending-full-time. At present the Human Needs Project Planner position is vacant.' The component work of the staff has been for and through three committees: Justice and Human Relations, Housing, and Social Services. [V-1, Z -AI yca ax x x dx, °.. Z C Cly Sh rvz cZi z ocn r. -i _ z zry m zM t - •v H M ro r7 - z m cn r a r t7 < z n n a Ycn a cn apt m -. - O - p ". cn z cn n z Y t7 [rf t ct O cn r � O- r z - - b. z d cnt7' w > rt p w z n , .< H• 00 C7 trf - N - _ cn O H . � m rt ti N k • • CD, - c a a� N � f+ N N < r P _ .41 CD CD FA ` • p V WOK PROORAM_ELEMENTS AND SEROCES HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY INVENTORY As, part o£ the overall goal to prepare comprehensive human needs plans for Johnson County, the human service agency survey was prepared and for Johnsonuted to 715 agencies and organizations and 250 business firms. disThe objectives of the inventory were: L To compile a complete list of all county organizations, agencies, and firms providing a human needs or social service to the community: 2. To prepare questionnaire designed to assemble basic agency information for use in the Johnson County Services Index. 3. Prepare and compile planning information questions for use in future service analysis. 4. To survey all agencies and organizations previously included in other community directories and _provide uni-- form-information for new services index. The survey was conducted jointly with the employer's survey for trans- ccomplished through mail out and portation planning. The inventory was a follow up interviews. The results included a comprehensive listing of format. The all agenciesconand their services cerningconcerningrclientdprofile, instin a itutional pro - planning g available for analysis. blems and other related data is An associated result of the joint survey of employers and social service agenciesisan arrangement whereby the utility company notifies the Iowa Employment Security Commission office of all non-residential hookups, thereby creating a continuous update of all employers and their addresses. IV -3 JOHNSON COUNTY SERVICES INDEX The compilation of the Johnson County Services Index was included in the FY174 Work Program-Budget.-Design of the Index was initiated in rhe fall of 1973. The Index is now printed and being-distributed-as-_.--_ of December. The Johnson County Services Index is a-basic referral document organized to assist agencies and individuals in locating and receiving services. The objective of, the Services Index are: - 1. To provide a unified listing of all services in Johnson County. 2. To providecategorization and cross referencing of - - services available 3. To provide a regular updating system for the Services Index. The result of the Index preparation is an initial referral document to be made available to agencies and individuals in Johnson' County. The Index provides a unified and consolidated referral manual which eliminates the need for publication of various separate and limited directories. Full use of the Services Index should result in greater efficiency in client referral and follow up and improved coordination __- among agencies. -- HUMAN SERVICES ANALYSIS The analysis of Human Service agencies is intended to fully utilize —the data assembled in the inventory of agencies and the "planning questions" compiled in association with the preparation of the Services Index. The objectives of the Human Services Analysis are: 1. To prepare initial reports on service areas (counseling, childcare, elderly services, etc.) describing the status of the service systems: 2. To determine problems, deficiencies, gap and duplications. 3. To provide short term objectives and recommendations for improving the service systems. Preparation of the analysis reports is presently deferred pending employment of a human needs planner. A pilot report on Informattion and Referral Services was prepared and utilized in the establishment of the Information and Referral Service. This p1anniny, effort is intended n5 the rijppl.y portion of ,'i 11man Needs and Supply--Analysis which is included in the OvernII Progr,im Design adopted in .June, 1974. IV-S HUMAN NEEDS GRANT ASSISTANCE - The staff assigned to the Human Needs area assisted in fund searches for special program grants in many areas of Human Needs. This func- tion includes initial location of grant funds, -determination of grant requirements,` preparation of problem statement and data on need, -_ establishment of evaluation criteria, 'and -evaluation reporting. The objectives of the grant service function are: 1. To aid individuals and local governments and agencies in formulating human needs grant applications. 2. To involve human needs functional committees in the early stages of grant preparation. 3. To administer and evaluate certain grants. Assistance is provided in two primary forms: 1. Full grant preparation and evaluation, and 2. Find search and general assistance to applicants who actually prepare grants. The Commission staff assisted in the following general human needs fund searches and grant applications: 1. HillsPublicpre-school program -2. stark IV Recreation Program 3. Hot breakfast program 4. Funding for a neighborhood center S Retired Senior Volunteer Program 6. Action Grant for Coordinationof Volunteers for City, County and regional government agencies - In the 'case; of the Action Grant for volunteers for local government, the commission staff prepared the-grant'application, set up the adminis- tration and evaluation procedures, and coordinated with the Eansas City Action office. The grant of $lS,000 federal funds was officially awarded to the Johnson County Regional Planning Commission with the United Way being the agency carrying out the program. IV -6 JUSTICE AND HUMAN RELATIONS The justice planning efforts of the Regional Planning Commission include coordination and grant assistance in the entire law enforce--_: ment area. Thus, the courts system, public safety, and related facets of these functions, are involved. In previous years the Regional Planning Commission has assumed responsibilities which have subsequently been transferred to the, East Central Iowa Area Crime Commission. Over the past year and one-half, justice planning has focused. upon efforts to upgrade the physical and staffing resources of the above-mentioned agencies. As a part of this effort, the Regional „ Planning Commission has assisted participating jurisdictions in the development, review,and evaluation of LawEnforcementAssistance Administration grants. During the period from July 1, 1973 to January 1, 1975, the Regional Planning Commissionhasassisted in the acquisition_of over $100,000 from these federal grant' programs, (a listing of these grants appears on the following pages). In additiontogrant preparation,- evaluation and 'review the Justice and Human Relations-Committee has addressed several other issues, including: 1. Joint law enforcement planning 2. The-Pre-Trial Release Program 3. An analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of a proposed marijuana ordinance 4. Discussion and review of pending state legislation as affecting the law enforcement field fV-7 - 8-AI - C. O _. ,... C3 .. OH• W • - O O b 't V Y• - Y• O O - �O ^7 J Y. 't (] W �"' '1 ^I W O a •1 r 7 r• \ N O .- \ O .G.. N .. _ Y• VI 7 N N a W N a� .� --Y n � � m C N 1". �','f � y : � INn• n Y.. ,'IN Y Y.Q •O r1 �+ 2 IA a W S In a J> O O .-• - m _ N- .--Wnh W^' W ^, WNw a•� En �•� C 1•+.- 0'V M wO r a �' GNo b pp.. 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A special committee for Information County; during the reporting p past two years was reactivated. and Referral which had not met during the p it was With the development of the Johnson County Services`Index, determined necessaryotentialyagenciestfor Information ion and land fReferral he Committee analyzed p the City and County law enforcement- including the Crisis Center, The United Way was selected as the 000) agencies, and the United flay requested and received funding ($ lead agency and, subsequently shr from County Government forInformationthe 1ar Referral uwill eutilize mthe on and Referral Office. provide on- Johnson County Services Index as its referral' manual and p going updating of the document. AGING TASK FORCE After the formation of the Area Agency on Aging (serving Area X), County the ogigPlanning Commission designated Service Forca n ang;eCommissioninturndesignaedhthe�Socal was nvolved Committee to perform that fuiantonro ramscfor1theeSEATSlmini-busin the review of the _original g P g system, congregate meals-and meals-on-wheels programs, and the elderly information and referral system. The Social Service Committee assisted in membership selection for the Area Agency on Aging seven-county Advisory Council and in conducting of public hearings to determine priority needs for the elderly in Johnson County.. members of the Johnson County members of the The six persons who are me multi-county Advisory Board now meet ruy and hold p hearings to provide input to the AAA programs IV-12 HOUSING COORDINATION The work in the housing area was confined to coordination,response to questions concerning the Regional Housing Report, and direct technical assistance to small communities in their preparation of housing pro- jects. Due to increased interest in housing-problems,_the Housing Committee was reactivated in May of 1974.- The, Commission and staff ability to expand the Regional Housing Report to a full plan element was evaluated at that time. It was determined -that -a, full-time planner was needed for any meaningful plan element preparation. The decision of the Commission in adopting the Overall Program Design was to defer substantive work in housing" -until FiscalYear1976, while maintaining the Housing Committee for information exchange and coordination. The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 was passed in September of 1974. The requirements for preparation of a three- year community development plan and a_housing ,assistanceplan are buing studied and may cause a reevaluation of the timing of the housing planning efforts by the Regional Planning Commission and its members. CONFERENCE ON HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY In conjunction with the OREO Program at Kirkwood and the Iowa City Retired Persons Association; the Regional Planning Commission staff 711 assisted in planning and presenting a seminar on housing for the elderly (held in Iowa City and Riverside in July, 1974). The objective was to provide .a variety of views of agencies and individuals involved Ly. The meeting was well attended and in housing planning and supp has increased the interest of Johnson County elderly residents in improving housing opportunities in the area. MARIJUANA REPORT In June of 1974 the Iowa City City Council had under discussion a sible ordinance which would reduce the penalty for possession and use of marijuana The Iowa City City -Council referred the _question to the Regional_ Planning Commission and the Justice and Human Relations Committee for comments. The Justice andHumanRelations Committee held matter and subsequently, the chairperson lengthly discussions on the of that committee prepared an extensive' report on the subject. The report has been transmitted to the Iowa City City Council for their consideration. IV -13 c a vgx auu l.alenuar. Work _Program Elements and Services Government Facilities and Space Study. s Joint Law_ Enforcement. . Short -Range County Space Needs Study S Special Work Tasks and Services Study Design for Government Space and Facilities Study. . . . . . 6 - County Ambulance Relocation. . . . . 6 Planned Use Report for Old Post Office . 6 Scope -of Services Report for a Johnson -- - County CIP. . . 6 INTRODUCTION k The special studies component of the Regional Planning Commission work program was initiated in July of 1974. The basic purpose of this component is to provide direct planning services to selected member governments. The financing,of:these projects is _arranged through the benefiting jurisdictions. There are two committees which are utilized in the special studies component; these are the Executive Board ("Government Space and Facilities Study") and the Joint Law Enforcement Committee ("Joint Law Enforcement Center/Architectural Study").` In addition to the two major planning projects listed above, there are also five other projects which have been initiated. These include: 1. Short -Range County Space Needs Study 2. Study Design for Government Space and Facilities Study 3. County Ambulance Relocation 4. Planned Use Report for Old Post Office Building S. Scope of Services Report for a Johnson County Capital Improvement Program The staff assistance to the special studies component includes the Executive Director (supervision and administration); a project planner and part -time -research associate (for research responsibilities). Additionally, this component utilizes part- time secretarial and drafting services. VI -1 z -n _ o ro >no o n C. o n 0 < rn n n n y00 Z cn c m tz r7 n trn ofa, u o o y ro 7 n z t3l �• C ,O Z [orf z 't7 n y r+:J o rri r-+ d t7 (n 00 010 rt =S o CD• a En ..t- CD 3 f) I F.. i r +low 1 i - tT t is c • i • • i 1 i I .. • i ? V: WORK PROGRAM ELEMENTS AND, SERVICES GOVERNMENT FACILITIES AND SPACE STUDY reactiva In the spring of 1974 a special City -County committee was coordinated by -the chairperson of thelans1ofaIowaaCitygand Johnson County. The the long-range building psion ,Special staff of the Regional PlannovernmentCommisspacescommittee awhih approved contract" proposaltothe g ro osal be submitted to the study design and recommended that ethe 1 S. In July of 1974 the the City Council and the Board of Sup provides for a City and county approved the study contract which twelve-month study at a cost of $19,142.00. The major objectives of the 'study ,are as follows: agencies in order 1. To survey and interview the affected to determine current commitments for space. 2. To determine the resulting deficiencies in space arrangements in terms of both current and future needs. 3. To examine the interjurisdtionalnand interagency implications of various spacepublic buildings 4. To evaluate the potential use of major p - which are not committed for use. propos Joint Law 5. To examine the implications of the pro p Enforcement Center,' City Maintenance Center, and the County's Information Needs Study. 6. To provide specific recommendations regarding: The County Ambulance Service, the Close Mansion, the oldpostOffice and the County Courthouse. the 7, To evaluate the effect and es implicOn ation requirementsainclud- Capital_Improvemes for any facility that may be replaced. ing alternate us the space deficiency and locational problems of g. To evaluate and recommend. various alternatives for solving "agencies. governmental and related quasi -public _ y is 40% complete. JIt is anticipated that a draft To date the stud of the report will be available by VI -3 JOINT LAW ENFORCEMENT The Regional Planning Commission has been involved in law enforce ment planning -for three years. During the last year considerable., discussion.and interest has developed regarding thecimplenentation of a joint -law enforcement operation including cooperation in four areas: communication equipment, recordkeeping, investigation teams, and small town police _coverage. In addition to the four areas outlined above, there is a strong, ssing the need and feasibility of a join interest in asset law enforce- ment facility. In order to provide the necessary planning and-archi- al services for this latter task, the Regional Planning Com - tectu tecturrn in conjunction with the Area Crime Commission submitted a missio $16,000 grant request to the Iowa Crime_ Commission. The grant request was approved in October of 1974 and currently the Regional Planning Commission conjunction hIowa _ tis and the University of involvedn'Tect ng ohnson an architectural - consultant for the project. will m Completion ofthearchitectural services reaatthe combined er to lizi law enforcement faclit step der thatslocal officials can have services must be pc sufficient information upon which to base a;bond issue election. This will be the immediate impact of this study. The need for inter- agency cooperation and functional. consolidation is quite apparent in Johnson cooperation unty and and consultant,_after reviewing the situation -concluded that, This project has every potential for becoming a model for interagency cooperation. - - VI -4 SHORT -RANGE -COUNTY SPACE NEEDS STUDY Under a special contractual arrangement with the Johnson County ional Planning Commission, the Johnson County Board of`Super- Regarchitectual-services to assess visors requested planning .and various alternatives regarding immediate County space problems. This work was pperformed in July and August of 1974 and culminated in two reportsland a series of meetings with the'Supervisors and affected County officials. The basic alternatives investigated include: (1) the lease eolease F, the A P building, (Z) the lease of a nings, and (4) the purchase ew building, ( ) of 7,500 square feet in relocatable build ,900 square feet of relocatable buildings. The apparent consensus of 2 of the Board was to select a temporary solution to the current space problems and to consider the eventual construciton of a new administra- tive center. Currently the -Board -is pursuing the possible -use of space in the new Federal Building. It is anticipatethat in the near future d - the Board will be able to select an alternative which will alleviate. the current space shortage. lJohnson County Regional Planning Commission and Yli.l l iatn Nowzy, An Evaluation of the A & P Builal:Planning for Comnty Offices," July 3, 1974, and Johnson County Region July Commission, "Interim Report on County Space Needs," July 31, 1974. V1-5 SPECIAL WORK TASKS AND SERVICES In addition to the three special studies outlined above,,the-staff of the Regional PlanningCommission has participated in several other projects which were not included in the regular or amended work program. A brief summary of these projects follows: 1. Study Design for Government Space and Facilities Study This investigation was requested in May of 1974 by the , Government Space Committee to determine the need and - feasibility of conducting the above -referenced study. The report and subsequent actions` resulted in the initiation of a twelve-month study which will be completed by June of 1975. 2. County Ambulance Relocation This planning effort was conducted in September and October of 1974. The basic purpose of this study was to assist the County Ambulance.Director and the Board of Supervisors in determining the most appropriate site for the Ambulance Service. The results of this effort are: (a) the selection of a site on South Capitol Street and (b) discussions withtheBoard of Supervisors, the County Ambulance Director, and the administrative staff of Mercy Hospital and _the Uni versity of Iowa Hospital relative to the feasibility of-eventually—locating the Ambulance Service at a hospital site 3. Planned Use Report for Old Post Office Buildig. In November of 1971 the General Services Administration (GSA) notified various local governments in Johnson County of the planned sale of the old postal service facility in Iowa City. At the request of the City Manager and in conjunction with the "Government_ Space and Facilities Study," the. Regional Planning Commission prepared a report`outlining potential public uses for -the building. The report was distributed to the Executive Board, 'Johnson County Board of Supervisors, and the Iowa City City Council. Subsequently the City Manager -forwarded the report with a "letter of interest" to the GSA. Currently, the City is awaiting a -response from GSA relative to the market value of the property. February of 1975 it, is expected thaty the Cit will make a determination as to the feasibility and desirability of acquiring the property. _4. Scope of Services Re ort for -a Johnson County Capital Improvement Nogiall, A special study to develop a Johnson County Capital < Improvement Program was suggested in the FY75 Work Program. While the scheduling ;and financing of the VI -6 C.'.'319) 051.010, .. LEONARD A. GREENWOOD, P.C. CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT - - - - 24,5 TOWNCRE T - --- IOWA CITY. IOWA 52240 November 6, 1974 - The Board of Directors Johnson County Regional Planning Commission Iowa City, Iowa 52240 - I have examined the balance sheet of Johnson County Regional Planning Commission as of June 30, 1974 and the related statement of income and expense and fund balance for the year then ended. My examination' was made in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and accordingly included such tests of the accounting records and such other auditing proceduresasI-considered necessary in the circumstances In my opinion, the statements mentioned above present fairly the financial position of Johnson County RegionalPlanningCommission at June 30, 1974 and the results of its operations for the year then ended, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles applied on a basis consistent with that of the preceding year. Leonard A. Greenwood,, P.C. Certified Public Accountant VII -I 'S�COUNTY REGIONAL PLS r Go LIMISSION JOT SO — g t,IE SHEal JUTE 30, 1974 ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS6,283 ban;: a; -d on hand........ 10,308 Cash in in savings account .. r 28,154 _.Cash Accounts receivable.. ••••• " " $ 44,745- Total current assets.........- ..$ 6,684 FURNITURE APTD EQUIPMENT (at cost). :: 1,286 - OFFICE accumulated depreciation__...... 5,398 Less $ 50.143 Total assets ........ •-• LIABI� LIQ AND FUND CURRENT LIABILITIES ,.$ 20,888 ...... Accounts payable.. .... :... 630 ....-• 2� ` Accrued payroll tax ..--• • _ 783 Assessments paid in advance -------------------- $ 24,301, Total current liabilities ..... 25,e42 FUND BALANCE ------------------- Total-liabilities and $ 50,1?3_ fund balance.........: Ser: notes to financial statements. V11-? VII -3 JOHNSON COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION STATEMENT OF INCOME'AND EXPENSE FOR -THE -YEAR ENDED JUNE 30,-1974 'ACTUAL- BUDGET INCOME 77,121 S 77,121 " Local assessments.............., ..........5 23,000 23,000 Special assessment....... ..... •••• 30;093 30 093 , Federal grant - Mass Transit ................... .. . 1,471 - Interest ... ................... .. ••. 910 - Legislative montering service.. ...• ..... 1,596 - University of Iowa ....... .......... 2,000 - _ Contract East central IARPC.......... ......... 483 - Miscellaneous ................ •... ... 136.674 $_130 .214 : Total income ..................$ EXPENSE Salaries 19,080 $ 18,615 Director............ ..... ..........$ 15,127 14,587 Senior planner ........... ....... 27,852 33,199 Project planner........ .. 68478 61062 Secretary ....................... 5,437 4,987 - Typist.. ....... ... ... 11,724 11,500 Planning assistance.. .. 4,450 - Work - study... ... .. ... .. 8,350 10,138 Personnel benefits ....•.••-•-•-•••••- _••.. „ •.. - - benefits .....$ 98.498 $ -99.088; Total salary and OPERATING COSTS ...$ 2,365 $ 3,000 Travel .. .. ............. ... . .. 2,499 1,000 Office supplies ............................... 496 500 General office .......................... ..... 1 278 900 Publications, research material ................ X319 700, Computer service ...................• and 1;519 ,000 Equipment (office furniture machines) 3;300 4,000- 4 Rent ........................................ .. 772 11000' Utilities..... ... .. ............. 2,081 20000` Telephone..- ................... ... ---- 7,523 4,000. Printing and map reproduction. .... •••• ,,., .. .... 1,272 Postage ....................... ... . 110 800. Legal fees .................... ... ... .. 820 1,000 Financial consultant and audit .................... 248 500 Insurance .................... .................. 588 500' Dues.--- . - ................. ..... ........ 1,170 Miscellaneous.... .................. .... Total operating costs.... ..5 26,360 $ 21,900 VII -3 See notes to financial statements. JOHNSON COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION STATEMENT OF INCOME -AND EXPENSE FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1974 ACTUAL' BUDGET Contractual expense -- Area wide transportation study .................$ 4,500 $ 200000 Urban mass transit study..... .....••..•.....• -19,742- 23,745 Assessment to ECIACC ........................... 1,020 11020 Assistance to ECIARPC .......................... 1.333 1.333 Total contractual expense ..... $ 26,595 $ 46,098 ' Total Expense.................$151,453 $167,089 EXPENSE IN EXCESS OF INCOME .......................$(14,779) $(36,872) FUND BALANCE, JULY 1, 1973 ........................$ 42,075 ADJUSTMENT FOR PRIOR YEAR ......................... 1,454 S 40,621 FUND BALANCE JUNE 30, 1974 ........................$ 25,842 See notes to financial statements. - NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Income and expense are recorded on the books on the accrual basis. During the year ended June 30, 1974 a grant from the federal government, Urban Mass 'Transit Administration, in the amount of $30,093 was recorded on the books as income. -A contract with the University of Iowa was signed whereby the Universitywould do a, portion of the work required on the Federal grant. As; of June 30, 1974 the University of Iowa hascompletedand billed Johnson County Regional Planning Commission $19,742.07. This amount has been recorded as an expense in the current fiscal year. The work by the University was completed in- October -1974,and an additional -bill was submitted in the amount of $2,862.73 for work performed in the fiscal year ending June 30; 1975. In prior years depreciation was figured on fixed assets, such as office furniture and equipment, however, it has been determined to be unnecessary for-determing fund balance that would be available to be used in next fiscal year,therefore no additional depreciation has been accumulated. Office equipment purchased during the year has been expensed. Fund Balance The beginning fund balance of $42,075 has been adjusted to record some expenses that should have been included in the prior year but the invoices were not submitted until October or'November of 1973. The ending fund balance of $25,842 is reduced by equity in fixed assets of $5,398 and amount due to the University in the amount of $2,862.73 for work on Urban Mass Transit grant performed in fiscal year ending June 30, 1975 thus leaving a balance of $17,581 available for -general operating expenses in fiscal year ended June 30, 1975. Budget Certain salary amounts exceeded originalbudget amounts because a 5% raise was granted effective January 1, 1974 and an excelerated merit increase was granted to certain staff members for performing certain duties in addition to their regular duties._ VII -S 'mJ' v on Nv 1 � -- _ C r. 0 C -w to �• [':1 •-j v n Y.'. Or r. rl O & O (G y -Cf ± to P• CO w ✓ N 0.0 In �" �:. 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