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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET
January 29, 2009
MISCELLANEOUS
IP1 Council Meetings and Work Session Agenda
IP2 Memorandum from the City Manager, Director of Public Works, and the Director of
Planning and Community Development: Informational update
IP3 Letter from the City Attorney to flood affected property owners: Hazard Mitigation
Grant Program (HMGP)
IP4 Memorandum from the Senior Planner: Towncrest Neighborhood Plan and
Redevelopment Strategy
IP5 Fire Department Fire Safety Compliance Report August 2008-December 2008
IP6 Letter from the JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner to Residents of the 700 block of
Rundell Street: Additional streetlight on the 700 block of Rundell Street
IP7 Letter from Lee Grassley, Mediacom, to the City Clerk: Programming change
DRAFT MINUTES
IP8 Board of Appeals: January 12, 2009
IP9 Airport Commission: January 8, 2009
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CITY OF IOWA CITY Work Session Agendas January 29, 2009
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TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
• MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Council Work Session
• TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:OOP Special Formal Council Meeting
• MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Emma J. Harvat Hall
President's Day Holiday -City Offices Closed
• MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p City Conference Board -Separate Agenda Posted
Special Council Work Session
• TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:OOp Special Formal Council Meeting
• TUESDAY, MARCH 10 Emma J. Harvat Hall
TBA Special Council Work Session
Special Formal Council Meeting
Continue Special Work Session if necessary
• MONDAY, MARCH 23 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Council Work Session
• TUESDAY, MARCH 24 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:OOP Special Formal Council Meeting
• MONDAY, APRIL 6 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Council Work Session
• TUESDAY, APRIL 7 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:OOp Regular Formal Council Meeting
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MEMORANDUM
Date: January 29, 2009
To: City Council
From: Michael Lombardo, City Manager
Rick Fosse, Director of Public Works
Jeff Davidson, Director of Planning and Community Development
Re: Informational update
City Manager
Economic Development
One of the potential projects that we hope to receive Economic Development
Administration funding for is a feasibility study and needs assessment for a downtown
business incubator. For the past few months we have been about the task of developing
a grant proposal for $60,000 to conduct the study. Our expectations are that the project
will not only be funded, but that the resulting analysis will demonstrate long-term viability
for the program and that a subsequent grant to the EDA for capital and operational costs
will be submitted. Attached is a brief synopsis of the project. Please let me if you would
like to discuss this in more detail.
Sand Lake Park Development
Fundraising for future park development continues and I have provided a revised
schedule of pledges and donations.
404 East College Street Demolition (Old Bus Station)
The Engineering Division has received two quotes in regards to the demolition of 404
East College Street (Old Bus Depot). The first quote was from Iowa-Illinois Taylor
Insulation, Inc. of Davenport, Iowa. They have quoted a not to exceed amount of $2,880
to perform the asbestos abatement of the building. The second quote was from
Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa. They have quoted a not to exceed
amount of $8,000 to perform the demolition of the building. The asbestos abatement will
be performed the week of January 26th. The demolition is scheduled for the week of
February 9th. These contracts will remove the building from the site. The initial plan is to
over lay the lot with asphalt and use the area for parking.
Engineering and Public Works Administration
The Parkview Terrace Neighborhood meeting was held on Thursday, January
22"d at the Water Plant
• The tdyllwild Neighborhood meeting will be Thursday, January 29th at the Water
Plant
Met with FEMA regarding our ongoing flood recovery and federal reimbursement.
• Developing concept statements for FHWA repair projects
• Met with FEMA to discuss the damage of the Iowa River Power Dam
• Met with FEMA to discuss the remaining project worksheets to be completed Met
with staff to discuss the demolition of houses being purchased through the
buyout program
January 29, 2009
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Wastewater
Plant Maintenance Crew work this week:
• North Influent Bldg Bar Screen room emergency lights repaired
• North Influent Bldg east wet well bypass float switch repaired
• North Influent Bldg west wet well bypass float switch parts on order
• North Admin Bldg. water heater replaced
• Troubleshoot and repair #2 old Secondary Clarifier - trips out -- fixed.
Additional items to complete:
.Finish work on Valve Actuators in Sludge Pump Bldg. - 2 out of 5 remain to be
done.
.Complete installation of 1 water heaters
.Replacement flow meter on order for North Filter Bldg.
.Install 2 air conditioners at North Admin
.Finish repair of grinder controls - 2 out of 3 remain
.Bar Screen gate actuator repairs - 1 out of 2 remain
.Troubleshoot and repair Recirculation Station VFD - trips out
.Complete repairs of Humus Pump Station
.Complete duct and heat exchanger clean up
.Remove old Admin Bldg. boiler
.Relocate River Street Stormwater Station controls -higher elevation
.Convert West Park Lift station to submersible pump system
.Replace Iowa Ave. Siphon system
Planning and Community Development:
Jumpstart Business
Three additional businesses received assistance through the Jumpstart Business
Program. Two of these businesses are new recipients; one is receiving additional funds
because they met additional program requirements.
Jumpstart State
All of the state (unrestricted funds) should be totally distributed within 2-3 weeks. We
will have distributed approximately $650,000 in funds to a total of 22 people, quite a few
more than we originally estimated. We are also hopeful that more unrestricted funds will
be coming soon.
Jumpstart Federal (CDBG)
We have committed around $800,000 in federal funds and continue to move through the
list of applicants. Additional requirements are being added by IDED so that will slow
down the time it takes for us to move through the list; verification of homeowner's
insurance is a big issue at the moment.
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
State officials are completing their review of Iowa City's Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program application. The next step is review by regional officials. Staff is working with
homeowners and state officials to explain what will be required at the time of closing-
especially in regards to the issue of duplication of benefits. Staff is assisting with hazard
mitigation meetings with Park View Terrace, Idyllwild, and Taft Speedway residents.
L Vision Statement
This project will create a sustainable business incubation
program in the downtown Iowa City area, centered on the
development of a "creative class" of technology-based
entrepreneurs who are supported by physical space,
entrepreneurial education, and positive peer interaction
within a vibrant downtown culture. Partner organizations
are committed to this development, and support it through
their continuous efforts to create a receptive and productive
environment in which these businesses can thrive.
(c~ Executive Summary
Downtown Iowa City is a vibrant, historic commercial
business district which has long been a hub for the
community's diverse academic, ethnic, cultural and
complex socioeconomic groups. Over five hundred small
firms operate within the downtown community, largely a
mixture of eclectic retail, student-centered entertainment,
arts and professional service companies. Several thousand
residents call downtown their home as well; a cultural
blend of highly educated young people drawn to the urban
lifestyle, older affluent expatriates seeking the proximity
of the University culture, and entrepreneurs drawn to the
strong sense of place that exists in Iowa City.
On June 11, 2008 a massive flood event struck Iowa City,
pushing the Iowa River to 9.53 feet above flood stage,
19.76 feet above today's level. In the ensuing hours, many
Iowa City businesses were flooded, and some 20 University
of Iowa buildings, including the Arts Campus, the historic
Memorial Union, the University Library and the Iowa
Advanced Technology Laboratories (IATL), were all flooded,
ultimately causing $230 million in damage to the University
of Iowa facilities.
Throughout this period, a shared vision has emerged
among community leaders, affected business owners, the
University and local entrepreneurs to capitalize upon the
unique vibrancy of the Central Business District, and to
Photo courtesy of The University of Iowa
Photo courtesy of Corridor Business News
University of Iowa Arts Campus
foster 21st Century technology innovation sector economic
development in the aftermath of the flood.This core group
of stakeholders has developed a vision for a downtown
business incubator which will not only assist the community
with business recovery but will create a fertile environment
for ongoing entrepreneurial development.
The City of Iowa City seeks $60,000 funding from the
Economic Development Administration (EDA) to evaluate
the feasibility of developing a business incubation program
to be integrated into the downtown area. This program
will be designed to attract an emerging generation of
entrepreneurs from outside the community, as well as
accelerate the growth of an existing culture of creative
innovators already located in Iowa City.The $60,000 in EDA
funds will be matched with $20,030 in local funds for a total
Phase I project cost of $80,030.
Central to this concept is the unique approach of fully
integrating incubator tenants into the exciting vibe of
the downtown community and culture as a means to
accelerate innovation and creativity. Rather than building
or remodeling a single facility to house incubator tenants, a
series of 3-4 unique, primarily upper story remodeled spaces
are proposed, to support clusters of creative technology
firms with customized physical space and resources. Each
center is envisioned to offer its own unique architecture,
services, amenities, and "sense of space." Tenants from the
varied locations would be networked with one another, the
downtown community and University through networking
events, online and onsite learning and education, and
shared resources/services.
This partnership ofgovernment,private,universityand non-
profitorganizations bodes well forthe execution ofthe initial
planning phase, and for the overall success of the incubator
facility. Preliminary stakeholders include: The City of Iowa
City, the Iowa City Area Development Group, the University
of Iowa Technology Transfer Office, the University of Iowa
John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, the University of
Iowa Small Business Development Center, and the Iowa City
Chamber of Commerce.
Private sector partners are being sought to become en-
gaged as the project evolves. The commitments of these
stakeholders, combined with the unique cultural assets of
the Iowa City Community, create an ideal environment in
which the proposed incubator will flourish.
Sand Lake Donations/Pledges
Pledges to date:
Hills Bank: $15,000
MidWestOne: $10,000
U.S. Bank: $10,000
Scheels $1,000 (pledge card received)
Wal-Mart $1,000
John Westefeld $2,500 (pledge card received)
U of I Credit Un. $10,000
Jerry Raaz $1,500 (pledge card received)
Matt Pacha $2,500 (pledge card received)
David Bourgeois $500 (pledge card received)
I.C. Foundation $15,000
Total: $69,000
Still in the decision making mode:
Wal-Mart State of Iowa
Wal-Mart Foundation
Geiko
Rockwell
Lowes
P&G
Gary Vance noted that during this difficult financial time we are fortunate to have
received the response we are getting to date and that this speaks very highly of this
project.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
January 26, 2009
Dear Homeowner:
City Attorney's Office
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5030
(319) 356-5008 FAX
www. icgov.org
I am writing to all persons who have indicated that they wish the City to buy their homes through
the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), which is often referred to as the "buyout
program." This letter will provide information on the current status of the HMGP program and
how I anticipate the acquisition process will occur.
HMGP Application
The City submitted its HMGP application on January 13, 2008. This was not due until January
30, 2009, and we hope that our early submission means that our application will be considered
promptly and the grant funds awarded accordingly. With that said, the State of Iowa and FEMA
have consistently told City staff that it will be at least two to three months after the application is
submitted before any funds are awarded.
Offer
The City will not make a written offer to purchase your property until the HMGP funds have
been awarded. If you owned the property at the time of the flood, the offer will be 112% of the
assessed value less any duplication of benefits. The City is using 112% because that is what it
has determined to be the pre-flood market value of your property after reviewing the sales of
homes in Parkview Terrace before the flooding and comparing the sales prices to the assessed
values.
Duplication of Benefits
When making an offer to buy the property, the City is required by federal law to ensure that there
is not a "duplication of benefits" between HMGP and other forms of government assistance. If
you were awarded FEMA assistance and/or flood insurance for the purpose of making repairs to
your home, the City must reduce the purchase offer by this amount unless the property owner
can verify that the funds were expended on repairs or clean up. If you received an SBA loan, the
offer will be conditioned on the owner paying off the SBA loan at closing. Any personal funds
you spent on the property is not a duplication of benefits and thus will not affect the purchase
price.
City staff is trying to obtain more information about how this process will work. It is a very
important item because the City cannot make the offer without knowing this amount. At this
time, it is my understanding that FEMA will provide this figure to City staff. As soon as I know
more about this process, I will let you know. If you made repairs with flood insurance proceeds
or FEMA benefits, please make sure that you keep all receipts.
Appeal Process
Each owner has the right to appeal the value listed in the offer to purchase. For your
information, I am enclosing copies of the appeal process. This will be attached to the offer as
well. As you can see from the enclosures, you can appeal the "112% value" and/or the
"duplication of benefits" figure. You will have 30 days after you get the offer to appeal.
Abstract
Please locate your abstract. The City will need your abstract after you accept the City's offer to
purchase the home. Please do not deliver the abstract to the City at this time. The City will pay
to update the abstract.
Process after the Offer Is Made
If no appeal is filed. If you accept the City's offer, the City will send your abstract to an
abstracting firm to be updated. The City will then examine the title, and assuming that all title
objections are addressed, we will schedule a closing. The sales proceeds will be used to pay any
mortgages and liens, and such mortgages/liens must be satisfied/released at closing. At the time
of the closing, you will deliver a signed warranty deed to the City, and the City will then be the
owner of the property. You will need to have vacated the home prior to the date of closing. The
City is required to demolish the home within 90 days of closing.
If an appeal is filed. After an appeal is filed, my office will schedule a time for the
appeal hearing that is convenient for you. The hearing officer then has 30 days-after the hearing
to make a decision. If you agree to sell to the City for the amount in the hearing officer's
decision, the process will be just as described above (i.e.; the abstract will be updated, a title
opinion issued, and a closing scheduled). If you do not agree with the hearing officer's decision,
then presumably you will not accept the City's offer to buy the house. Please note that the appeal
will take time. In addition to the time to set up the hearing and for the hearing officer to make a
decision, the City may order an appraisal which will delay scheduling the hearing.
Closing Costs.
Except for taxes and outstanding liens, the City will pay for all the costs of acquiring the
property, such as updating the abstract and recording the documents. You will be required to pay
any property taxes due and a prorated portion of the taxes for the current year as of the date of
closing. You will also be required to pay off existing liens on the property (for example, a
mortgage or a judgment).
Increased Cost of Compliance Coverage
If you had flood insurance, you will need to assign to the City your right to proceed under
Coverage D for increased cost of compliance coverage (ICC) if you are eligible to receive
insurance funds to demolish the house. Because the City will be demolishing the house at no
cost to you, you must assign these ICC insurance proceeds to the City. You will assign your
right to a claim under "coverage D" at closing. You will be receiving additional information
from David Purdy on this matter in the very near future.
City Attorney's Office Staff
After the City makes you a written offer, you will be working with two members of my staff,
Mary McChristy, a legal assistant, and Sue Dulek, an assistant city attorney. You should feel
free to contact either Mary or Sue with any questions you have throughout the acquisition
process. My office will work very hard at making the acquisition process go as quickly and
smoothly as possible once the City is awarded the HMGP funds. I can assure you that we are
using the time between the submission of the grant and the award to prepare to buy forty (40)
properties as efficiently as we can. Assuming we receive the necessary figures for duplication of
benefits from FEMA, our plan is to make offers shortly after signing a grant agreement for the
funds.
Sin rely, ,
Eleanor M. Dilkes
City Attorney
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Copy to:
David Purdy-w/o enc.
Sue Dulek-w/o enc.
Mary McChristy-w/o enc.
Michael A. Lombardo-w/ enc.
City Council-w/enc.
City Clerk-w/enc.
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Right to appeal. You have the right to appeal the amount of CITY OF IOWA CITY
purchase offer that the City of Iowa City will make in its offer to buy 41 0 Eas[ Washington Street
your property through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Iowa city, Iowa 5 2 240- 1 826
(HMGP). The written purchase offer to the homeowner and the ~3 ~ ~~ 356-5000
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HMPG funds and HMPG agreements have been signed.
Owner at the time of the flood. If you owned the property at the time of the flood, the amount of
the purchase offer is the pre-market value of the property less any deductions. The City's pre-
flood market value is 112% of the assessed value. This valuation method is based on
comparing the assessed value to the sale price of properties in Parkview Terrace that were sold
between June 2006 and June 2008. You have the right to appeal the amount of the pre-market
value.
Duplication of benefits/deductions. Please note that the purchase offer is not necessarily equal
to the amount of the pre-market value of the property. In arriving at the purchase offer, the City
is required by federal law (42 U.S.C. §5155, 44 C.F.R. 80.9, and 44 C.F.R. 206.191) to ensure
that there is not a "duplication of benefits" between HMGP and other forms of government
assistance. The State of Iowa and FEMA will provide to the City the amount of disaster
assistance that each owner has already received, such as flood insurance benefits. If this
assistance was awarded for the purpose of making repairs to the home, the City must reduce
the purchase offer by this amount unless you can verify that the funds were expended on
repairs or clean up. Any personal funds you spent on the property is not a duplication of
benefits and thus will not affect the purchase offer. If you received an SBA loan, please note
that your offer will be conditioned on the owner paying off the SBA loan at closing. In addition to
the right to appeal the amount of the pre-market value, you have the. right to appeal the amount
of any deductions.
Purchased the property after the flood. If you purchased the property after the flood, the
amount of the purchase offer is the current market value of the property. A determination of
market value in such cases will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Deadline to appeal. All appeals must be submitted within thirty (30) days from the date of the
offer. Please use the attached form to submit the appeal. The written appeal should be
addressed to:
City Attorney
City Hall
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Hearing date. The appeal hearing will be at a date and time convenient to you. You will get
written notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing. After receiving notice of your appeal,
the City may choose to obtain its own appraisal which may require additional time before the
hearing can be scheduled.
City Of Iowa City Hmgp Appeals Procedure
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Hearing procedure.
• The appeal will be heard by a hearing officer.
• You may have anyone attend the hearing that you believe will help you. You have the
right to be represented by legal counsel or other representatives in connection with your
appeal at any time, but that representation is solely at your expense. The City of Iowa
City will have staff in attendance as well.
• Both you and the City of Iowa City will be given full and equal opportunity to be heard,
and both may present oral and written information on an informal basis without regard to
the rules of evidence. Both also may object to information presented and question those
presenting information.
• You may inspect and copy all materials that the City of Iowa City has pertinent to your
appeal.
Decision on appeal. The hearing officer will make a written decision within thirty (30) days and
mail it you. The decision will summarize all the information considered including a list of the
documents submitted and the records reviewed. The decision will explain the rationale
underlying the decision and show appropriate calculations.
Hearing officer's decision is the only appeal. If you are dissatisfied with the decision of the
hearing officer, there is no further appeal. However, you have the right not to sell the property
to the City of Iowa City. The HMGP is a voluntary program.
Revised January 2009
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Date: January 29
To: City Council
From: Robert Miklo, Senior Planner
Re: Towncrest Neighborhood Plan and Redevelopment Strategy
I want to update you on the urban renewal plan that we are preparing for the Towncrest
Neighborhood. Based on a request for a TIF district by Towncrest Investments, the owner of
many of the office buildings in the Towncrest area, the Economic Development Committee
agreed that the City should prepare an urban renewal plan for the area.
This past fall we began the process with a public meeting with area property owners,
businesses and residents to identify the goals for the urban renewal plan. We had a very well
attended meeting at which participants came to consensus on goals for Towncrest. Essentially
the neighborhood would like to see a mix of medical service, retail, restaurant, and residential
development, create a strong sense of identity for the neighborhood and address concerns
about traffic flow and deteriorating building conditions. To realize these goals it is likely that
substantial redevelopment of existing buildings will be necessary.
The next step in the process was to include the hiring of a consulting team to prepare a market
study and detailed design plan to guide financing and redevelopment based on the goals
identified at the Towncrest Neighborhood meeting.
Given our existing budget constraints and the difficulty of funding consulting services, staff
proposes that the Urban Planning Division do the design work in house with the possibility of
using consulting services for market studies as needed. Staff will prepare maps and 3D
models illustrating development scenarios based on the goals identified at the Towncrest
Neighborhood meeting. The plan will address traffic circulation patterns, parking, open space,
mix of uses, appropriate building scale, signage, phasing and necessary public improvements.
During the preparation of the design plan we will continue to meet with area property owners,
businesses and residents to help us further define the vision and address specific areas of the
plan. We will also coordinate with the Economic Development staff and committee. Our goal is
to illustrate what a redeveloped neighborhood could look like and to identify the public initiatives,
such as zoning, and private investment necessary to achieve a renewal of Towncrest. We
believe that Towncrest has great potential; it has successful anchor businesses, good access to
bus routes, schools, the new Court Hill Trail and Mercer Park. Redevelopment of Towncrest
will grow our commercial tax base consistent with goals that you have established for the
upcoming budget.
We anticipate meeting with individual businesses and property owners in February with
neighborhood wide meetings occurring this spring. Given that the Towncrest Neighborhood is
part of the Southeast District we will coordinate the planning process with the citizen
participation meetings that we will be conducting for the larger area, but hope to have a specific
urban renewal plan completed for Towncrest prior the adoption of the Southeast District Plan.
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Iowa City Fire Department
Fire Safety Compliance Report
August 2008-December 2008
Business Name (occupancy] Number of Summary of
(occupancy loads updated Oct'08) Visits Violations Observed
808 Restaurant & Nightclub [176] 1
Airliner [223j 1 Boxes in back hall. Removed by staff.
American Limon ~140j ___ 1
Aoeshe Restaurant [156] 1
Atlas World Grill [165] 1
Blackstone 297 __ 1
Bluebird Diner [82]
Bob's Your Uncle [260']
Bo-James 200 --_ __--- ___-- 1 _-_
Bread Garden Market & Bakery [?J
[It's] Brothers Bar & Grill [556] 1
[The] Brown Bott1~289] ___ _----_ -_ _-
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar [189]
Cafe Z [56]
Carl & Ernie's Pub & Grill [92]
Carlos O'Kelly's [299]
Chipotle Mexican Grill [119]
[The] Club Car [56] _ - _ - _ ~---
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Club Furria [280]
Colonial Lanes [502] 1
Dave's Foxhead Tavern [87] 1
David's Place [73] 1
DC's [120] 1 Tables/chairs in rear hallway. Immediately relocated by manager on duty.
[The] Deadwood [218 _ _ - _ ~-- _
Devotay [45]
Donnelly's Pub [49] 1
[The] Dublin Underround j57]_ 1 _ -
[Fraternal Order of] Eagle's [315] 1
EI Dorado Mexican Restaurant [104]
[BPO] Elks-#590 205]._ ___ - _ ___ -_- --_
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EI Ranchero Mexican Restaurant [161]
Englert Theatre (838]
Etc [178]. _ _ .. - ~ - -
Farras [200J
[fhe] Fieldhouse (aka Third Base) [420] 1
Firewater [114
Formosa Asian Cuisine (149]
George's Buffet [75] 1
Givanni's 158
Godfather's Pizza [170]
Graze [49] 1
Grizzly's South Side Pub [265] _ 1
Guido's Deli [20]
[The] Hilltop Lounge [90] 1
IC Ugly's [72] 1
India Cafe [100]
[The] Industry [436] 1
Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack [71] _-
Joe's Place [261] 1
Joseph's Steak House [226]
Kandy Land [120] 1
La Casa [300]
La Reyna
Linn Street Cafe [80]
Business Name (occupancy] I Number of I Summary of
(occupancy loads updated oct 'os) Visits Violations Observed
Los Cocos [99j
Los Portales [161] 1
Martini's [2001 _ _
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Masala (46]
Micky's [98] 1
[The] Mill Restaurant (3251 __ 1_ _ _ ____ _ _
[Loyal Order of] Moose [476] 1
Monica's Italian Bistro & Pizzeria [160]
[Sheraton] Morgan's (231] _
Motley Cow Cafe [82]
Okoboji Grill [222] 1
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Old Capitol Brew Works (294 _ 1 _ _
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One-Eyed Jake's [299] 1 Mop bucket in rear exit. Removed by manager on duty.
One-Twenty-Six (105] 1
Oyama Sushi Japanese Restaurant [87]
Pagliai's Pizza [113]
Panchero's (Clinton St) [62]
Panchero's Grill Riverside Dr) [~ _ - -
Piano Lounge (65] 1
(The] Picador [261] 1
Pit Smokehouse [40]
Pizza Hut [116]
Quality Inn/Highlander [971]
Quinton's Bar & Deli 149]._ _ 1 _
[The] Red Avocado [47]
Rick's Grille 8 Spirits [120] 1
Riverside Theatre X1181
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Saloon [120] 1 Chairs/tables in rear exit. Removed by manager on uty.
Sam's Pizza [174]
(The] Sanctuary Restaurant (1321___- _
Shakespeare's (90] 1
Short's Burger & Shine [56] 1
Skybox [471 1
Speakeasy [311] 1
Sports Column [400] 1
Studio 13 [206] 1
[Thej Summit [736] 1
Sushi Popo [84]
Takanami Restaurant [148] _ _
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TCB [250] 1
Thai Flavors [60]
Thai Spice [911
T. Spoons [102]
Union Bar [854] 1
VFW Post #3949 [197] _
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[The] Vine Tavern [170] 1
Vito's [320J 1 Tabfes/chairs in rear hallway. Relocated by manager on duty.
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub (154]_ _ _ _ _ _ _. -
[Iowa City] Yacht Club [206] 1
Zio Johno's Spaghetti House (94]
Z'Mariks Noodle House 1471 _
`includes outdoor seating area
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January 21, 2009
Residents of the 700 block of Rundell Street
Re: Additional streetlight on the 700 block of Rundell Street
Dear Resident:
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 5 2240- 1 826
(319) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
Recently, the City received a request to install an additional streetlight on the 700 block of Rundell St.
The City's policy is to allow for amid-block streetlight on blocks longer than 600 feet if it is the wish of the
residents. Due to its length, Rundell Street qualified for consideration of an additional street light on the
700 block. A site visit with MidAmerican Energy indicated the best placement for the new street light
would be on the west side of the road near the lot line between 721 and 727 Rundell Street.
Recently, we sent a survey to households on your street near the proposed streetlight location to gauge
opinion on the matter. Six of the twelve households surveyed responded. Five households (83%) wish to
have the additional streetlight installed while one household (17%) did not. As the majority is in favor of
the installation of an additional streetlight, we will be working with Mid American Energy to install an
additional streetlight during the upcoming months.
If you have any questions, I can be contacted at 356-5254 or darian-nagle-gamm(c~iowa-city.orq.
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Jeff Davidson, Planning and Community Development Director
John Yapp, Johnson County Council of Governments Executive Director
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MINUTES
IOWA CITY BOARD OF APPEALS
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2009
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, IOWA CITY CITY HALL
410 E. WASHINGTON STREET
IOWA CITY, IA
MEMBERS PRESENT: John Roffman, Steve Buckman, Andrea French, Scott
McDonough, AI Gerard
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STAFF PRESENT: Tim Hennes (Sr. Building Inspector), Brian Greer (Fire
Inspector), Sue Dulek (Asst. City Attorney) and Jann
Ream (Code Enforcement Asst. acting as minute taker)
OTHERS PRESENT: Chad Campion (IBEW -International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers)
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
Recommended by a unanimous vote (5-0) to proceed with the adoption of the
proposed amendments to the Iowa City trade licensing code that reflect the
changes and requirements of the State of Iowa trade licensing code and identify
the limits of a class "B" license.
Recommended to City Council by a unanimous vote (5-0) to proceed with the
adoption of the standards and amendments of the State Electrical Code and the
administrative and enforcement standards in Annex H of the 2008 National
Electrical Code with local amendments.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Roffman called the meeting to order at 4:07 PM
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Minutes from the December 1, 2008 were reviewed. Roffman moved to approve
the minutes. Gerard seconded. Minutes were approved with a unanimous vote of
5-0.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
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McDonough moved to elect John Roffman chairperson of the Board. Buckman
seconded. Roffman was elected chairperson with a unanimous vote of 5-0.
Roffman moved to elect Steve Buckman vice-chairperson of the Board.
McDonough seconded. Buckman was elected vice-chairperson with a unanimous
vote of 5-0.
Appeal withdrawal - 2401 Highway 6 East
Hennes explained that Dolphin Point at 2401 Highway 6 East had previously filed
an appeal to relieve them from sprinkling the multi-family buildings in order to go
through a condominium conversion. Since they now have applied for a permit to
sprinkle the units and plan to do so, they have withdrawn their appeal. Dulek
stated there was no format action required by the Board as long as the minutes
reflect the withdrawal.
Final Approval - 110 Washington Street - Ginsberas
Hennes explained that the final approval for this project had been continued
contingent on final staff approval. Hennes stated that a building permit had been
issued and an Affidavit of Use had been recorded that reflected all of the
conditions required by the Board.
MOTION: Gerard moved to approve the appeal as presented at the May 5, 2008
BOA meeting. French seconded.
VOTE: The Board voted 5-0 to approve the motion.
Discussion and possible recommendation to Council changing the Iowa City
trade licensing requirements to be in conformance with the State of Iowa
licensing requirements.
Hennes explained that the State of Iowa has taken over the licensing of
Electricians and is in process of establishing state licensing of Plumbers, HVAC
installers, Sewer installers, Gas Pipe installers, Fire Alarm and Fire Sprinkler
installers. This will affect our local licensing requirements and so the Iowa City
trade licensing ordinance will need to be amended to reflect the State's
involvement. Because the State is doing this in phases, the amendments will
have to be done in phases as well. The first amendment will affect the Electrical
licensing requirements. The State program has a Master class "A" and "B"
Electrical license and a Journeyman class "A" and "B" Electrical license. Iowa
City does not have "A" and "B" distinctions. In the early 1990's, Iowa City
administered their own local test in order for an electrician to obtain an electrical
license. So if an electrician had the correct number of years experience and
passed the local test, a license was issued. Some of those electricians are
practicing and are licensed in Iowa City today. Subsequently, Iowa City went to a
national proctored testing company and that test became the standard generally
across the State. The State is recognizing the local test as a Class "B" license
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and the national proctored test as a Class "A" license -all classes still require
years of experience. However, if a local jurisdiction submits the questions of the
local test to the State Examining Board and they approve it (which they have
done in Iowa City's case), then a State Class "A" license can be issued to that
electrician. Hennes explained that staff wants to keep things as close to current
licensing as possible. In other words, Class "A" licensees would be able to work
in Iowa City and electricians who had previously held an Iowa City license prior to
December 31,2008 and currently have a State Class "B" license would also be
able to work in Iowa City.
That way all electricians who had been previously licensed in Iowa City would be
able to continue as usual but any electrician who not previously met the Iowa City
standards for an electrical license could not now come here with a Class "B"
license and do work.
Hennes introduced Chad Campion who is on the State licensing board (and
whose term on the Board of Appeals had expired) in case there were any
questions. Campion explained some of the issues the licensing board has had to
work through to be fair to electricians across the state. He explained that
anybody taking and passing the 3~d party proctored test now (with years of
experience) would get a Class "A" license.
Hennes explained that several Iowa jurisdictions are getting their old local tests
approved so probably within the next year many of the "B" licenses will become
"A" licenses.
MOTION: McDonough moved to recommend to City Council the approval of the
proposed amendments to the licensing code submitted by City staff in order to
reflect the new changes and requirements of the State of Iowa licensing code
and to identify the limits of a Class "B" license. Gerard seconded.
VOTE: The motion was approved unanimously with a 5-0 vote.
Discussion and possible recommendation to Council changing the Iowa City
Electrical code to be in conformance with the State of Iowa Electrical Code.
Hennes explained that the State of Iowa has adopted the 2008 National Electrical
Code (NEC). The City of Iowa City is currently under the 2005 NEC. The State
code allows for jurisdictions to have their own electrical code but that jurisdiction
cannot be less restrictive than that of the State. Staff recommends that the City
adopt the 2008 NEC so that there is eventual consistency across the State in the
code being enforced. The State code does eliminate many of the current local
amendments adopted by Iowa City. Hennes stated that the State code (2008
NEC) did make one amendment concerning the new requirements for GFCI
circuits. The State took out that section in the 2008 NEC and inserted the current
requirements of 2005 NEC so that nothing would change. The 2008 NEC does
require Arc Fault circuit interrupters on all circuits not protected by a GFCI
breaker. This is a change from the 2005 NEC. The other major change is that
receptacles are required to be tamper resistant. These changes cannot be
amended out because the City cannot be less restrictive than the State.
Discussion occurred concerning what arc fault and ground fault entail.
DRAFT
MOTION: Gerard moved to recommend to City Council to proceed with the
adoption of the standards and amendments of the State Electrical Code as
adopted by the State of Iowa and the administrative and enforcement standards
in Annex H of the 2008 National Electrical Code with local amendments to Annex
H as adopted by the City of Iowa City. Buckman seconded.
Discussion occurred about the wording of the proposed recommendation and if
Council would have to look at Article 80 (Annex H) as a local amendment.
Hennes said that Annex H is the administrative section of the code, such as
permits and stop work orders. Hennes stated that when the code is adopted, staff
would like it worded so that the City does not have to come back to Council every
time the State updates to the next electrical code cycle. It would just happen
automatically when the State adopts the new code.
VOTE: The motion was approved unanimously with a 5-0 vote.
OTHER BUSINESS: The next meeting was scheduled for February 2, 2008.
Hennes explained how the State electrical inspections would be done through
out the state.
ADJOURNMENT: Gerard moved to adjourn the meeting. Roffman seconded.
The meeting adjourned at 4:55 PM.
John Roffman, Chairperson
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Andrea French
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MINUTES
Iowa City Airport Commission
January 8, 2009
Iowa City Airport Terminal - 5:45 PM
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Members Present: Greg Farris, Howard Horan, Randy Hartwig, Janelle Rettig, John
Staley
Staff Present: Sue Dulek, Michael Tharp
Others Present: David Hughes, Jay Honeck, Harrel Timmons, Phillip Woolford,
Tim Busch, Sharon Lust, Gary Lust
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
Recommend to change Airport Commission term lengths to 4 years.
DETERMINE QUORUM:
The meeting was called to order at 5:47 P.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE DECEMBER 11, 2008 MEETING:
Farris asked if anyone had any comments. Hartwig noted that on page 2, under the
Aircare topic, that there should be some reference of Staley speaking as a University
representative, and not as a Commission Member. Others agreed. Staley moved to
approve the minutes as amended; seconded by Horan. Carried 5-0.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
None.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. Aviation Commerce Park -Farris noted that Peggy Slaughter sent an email
stating that she would not be able to attend this evening's meeting. Tharp
added that Slaughter did note that one of her interested parties for the Aviation
Commerce Park has hired an architect to draw up plans. Tharp also noted that
he had an architect contact him regarding the Aircare facility. Staley noted,
speaking as a University representative, that this architectural firm has been
engaged to provide an estimate on building the Aircare hangar.
b. University of Iowa Aircare Facility -Included in item a. above.
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c. Dane/Carson Land Sale Request -Tharp noted that he spoke with Mr. Larson
recently and that he is needing some further clarification from the FAA on
what the extra piece of land can be used for. They have not heard back on this
issue yet. Rettig noted that this is no longer a land sale but rather a lease.
d. Airport Safety -Traffic Pattern Operations -Tharp stated that things are on
schedule. He added that information will be seen starting the first. Farris
asked if there was any further information on the segmented circle, and Tharp
noted that he does not have a definitive cost estimate, but that he did speak
with some other airports about this. The timeframe for this will be March.
e. FAA/IDOT Projects -AECOM -David Hughes
i. Runway 7/25 -Hughes stated that between winter storms they
have done some survey work. They still need to do some GeoTech
work of filling in holes, and hope to have this done in the next few
weeks. Hughes noted that late yesterday they received an email
form the FAA stating that the AIP program is coming down the
line quickly and that the FAA wants to get a grant application
going with the State, prior to bids. The grant application would be
put together based on estimates, according to Hughes. Hughes
then responded to Members' questions regarding this particular
grant application. Hughes stated that he wants to set up a users'
group meeting for early February (February 5), and that he would
like this to be a special Commission meeting, if possible. This will
be to discuss the runway and the intersection. Hughes stated that
basically it is to review the impacts to the Airport because of the
construction. Members continued to discuss how this meeting will
be structured, and whether it will be an official meeting. Everyone
agreed it should be a regular Commission meeting. Hughes added
that the FAA would like this project to be ready for bid bymid-
March.
ii. South Aviation Development Study -Hughes noted that there was
some discussion at the last meeting on this, and that he has sent
information to Rettig as she requested. Farris asked if this was
going to be a 30-day turnaround, and Hughes stated that that is
what they have planed for.
iii. 2008 Pavement Rehab (North Taxilanes) -Hughes noted that due
to the holidays and the winter weather, most of the projects have
been shut down for now. He added that they are still working with
some contractors to close out projects. Rettig asked about frost
heave, and if it has been a problem. Hughes stated that they have
seen some. He explained that the old runway was built directly on
the clay surface, and when the ground freezes the runway tended to
"float." The new pavement section has a granite slab underneath,
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according to Hughes, so it is not getting the water infiltration like
the old pavement did. They are seeing the old pavement move
somewhat, but the new pavement is staying put. Hughes did add
that they have contacted a company that does grinding, and they
are set up to come out and grind the "hump" that has occurred on
the pavement.
iv. Obstruction Mitigation -See above.
v. Building H -University of Iowa Hangar Expansion -Hughes
reported that everything is ready to go for rebidding. They have
revised the documents, and the new bid date is February 5 at 2:00
P.M. Members asked for some clarification on issues related to
this rebid, to which Hughes responded. Rettig asked if they knew
when building would begin. Hughes stated that he did not have the
exact date, but would get that for her.
1. Consider Resolution #A09-OlApproving Plans,
Specifications, Form of Contract, and Estimate on Cost for
the Building H -University of Iowa Hangar Expansion -
Rettig moved to Consider Resolution #A08-36,
Approving, Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract, and
Estimate on Cost for Building H; seconded by Hartwig.
Carried 5-0.
vi. Corporate Hangar L -Farris explained the status of this issue to
Members. He spoke to the City's budget and looking for funding
to be able to start this project. He spoke to budgeting issues and
the 2011 budget in particular. The hope is to fund some of these
projects with sales of the Aviation Commerce Park lots. Rettig
asked for some clarification on the matching portion of grants like
this, and Hughes explained how the grants typically are structured.
Members continued to discuss this issue, noting that they have
immediate space concerns. The discussion centered on what the
main concerns are for the Airport, and just what they maybe able
to get built sooner rather than later. Rettig stated that she would
like to see them talk with the State about funding this differently,
to which Tharp stated he doubted the State would agree to
something like this, considering how their process is set up. Farris
noted that they could attempt to run this by the State. Hartwig
brought up the possibility of adding on to an existing hangar, since
they have these funds. Rettig came back to her idea of contacting
the State versus this grant situation.
Staley asked Hughes what current prices are being seen on current
bids for building hangars. Hughes responded that he recently bid a
storage building in Waterloo, and that it was estimated at about
$45.00 per square foot. It was noted that this would be a good time
for the Airport to move forward on a project like this. Farris asked
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the Members what their priority would be on this. Horan stated an
80 by 80 hangar with insulation, and possibly a small office area,
and the ability to house various size aircraft would be optimal.
Something with a lot of flexibility would be best. The FBO joined
into the discussion, noting that there is a definite need for space at
the Airport.
The discussion came back to hangar I and any possibilities there,
using the money that they know they have. Members agreed that
once they have this number, they can work backwards to see how
big of a building they could build. Farris noted that they would
move forward with this, seeing if they can work with the State, and
seeing what the City budget holds for them.
Hartwig then asked about the University hangar, their temporary
building, and where they are with that. Tharp stated that so far
there has been a little conversation about it, but other than that
nothing has transpired.
Staley then asked Hughes if he believes they might see lower bids,
given what he saw in the Waterloo instance. Hughes responded
that given the dollars they are talking, a 60 by 60 building would
be about right for that price. Staley asked if there is anything they
could possibly put off on a building such as this, something they
could complete at a later date. Otherwise he suggested they go for
a bigger building with less "extras." Hughes noted that the biggest
part of the cost is the flooring, the concrete, and the door.
f. Airport "Operations"; Strategic Plan-Implementation; Budget; Management -
Tharp noted that their strategic plan runs through 2010, and that perhaps they
should form a subcommittee to work on a new five-year plan. He added that
everything on the current plan has been met. Staley suggested they contact
Jeff Davidson at the City Planning department as he worked with them before
on this. Farris asked who would like to participate in this subcommittee.
Rettig and Staley stated that they would meet with Tharp to begin the process.
The budget was discussed next. Rettig began the discussion asking about
boiler repairs. Tharp responded, explaining what the repairs consisted of.
Rettig then noted on page 3, under "Expenses," the "Building Repair and
Maintenance Service," of which "Cleaning" is under, has already eaten up
86% of the budget, and that there are six months yet to cover. She also
questioned "Income," on page 1, a reimbursement of $7,100. Rettig stated
that Tharp was to let the Commission know what this was for, and that they
had not heard yet what this entailed. Tharp stated that he spoke with Kevin
O'Malley in City Finance and this is a reimbursement from the expenses
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incurred to put the utilities in at Commerce Park. As the lots sell,
MidAmerican reimburses the City for their cost of the initial infrastructure.
Tharp added that with the sale of lots 2, 3 and 4 they could expect another
reimbursement from MidAmerican. Rettig also asked about the budget
carryover, and Tharp stated that it is in the works at City Hall. The carryover
comes to around $44,000. Rettig suggested not performing any of the
pavement work budgeted and together with the carryover amount using that as
a local match offer to the state.
g. 2008 Annual Report - Janelle asked about the human element, suggesting a
paragraph regarding the flood work and the involvement of the airport. Such
as the rides to the local officials and the use by the President of the United
States. Tharp noted that he would like to be able to present this at the
operations budget meeting with city council on the 28t"
h. Maintenance Agreement with Jet Air -Farris noted that there have been
several conversations and that Tharp had emailed copies of the agreement to
members. Farris noted that he and Tharp had spoken to the Assistant City
Manager and that he was supportive and didn't see anything initially wrong
with the plan. Farris noted there were some insurance issues that had come up
late that needed to be resolved before the commission could enter into the
contract. Rettig asked about the dates of the agreements noting they ended at
different times. Tharp responded the intent of both agreements was to run
concurrently. Rettig also noted that the "Operations Specialist" was referred
in several different manners and that they should all be cleaned up and
referred to as "Operations Specialist." Rettig also suggested adding a direct
reporting line to define who Jet Air is working for. Horan asked about the
conflicts with the insurance policies. Farris responded that as of yet they did
not know what the conflicts were, and noted that the information has
previously been contained in previous management agreements, and had been
accepted. Horan asked about the oversight of the agreements and Jet Air
regarding the system and the issues involved into entering into such an
agreement with the operator on the field. Rettig responded that is why the
hierarchy should be known, and that the maintenance contractor, whoever
they are, work for the commission, and the commission's authority to manage
the agreement have been delegated to the Operations Specialist and the
Commission has direct control over that employee. Rettig moved to
authorize the chair the sign the maintenance agreement with Jet Air Inc
with the discussed changes upon confirmation from the City Attorney
that the liability issues have been resolved. Seconded by Horan. Motion
Passed 5-0
Cleaning Contract -Rettig asked about the cleaning contract and confirmed
the end date for December 31, 2009. Rettig commented on item 3.ii which
said that Jet Air would remove trash to the dumpsters, and wanted to insert `or
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recycling facilities.' Rettig asked about the end of the current agreement and
Tharp noted that things were in place to move the contract on February 1St
Staley moved to approve the agreement as amended. Seconded by
Hartwig. Motion Passed 5-0
Jet Air /Iowa Flight Training -Flight Instruction -Timmons addressed the
commission stating that the goal of Jet Air was to work its way out of the
flight instruction business. Timmons related that some of the charter
operations now require $50 million coverage and that had forced Jet Air into
dealing with 2 insurance companies to provide coverage of both the charter
and instruction businesses. Timmons introduced Tim Busch to members and
described his background and that Busch ran Iowa Flight Training out of
Cedar Rapids and Vinton. He stated that with this partnership and ultimately
new arrangement, that scheduling, and bill paying, and other items would be
online making it easier to access by the customer base. Farris asked about
staffing and Timmons stated they would still need staff to sign out the aircraft
among other things. Rettig asked about the requirements of the FBO
agreement. Farris commented that there were 2 agreements in play, one was
the FBO agreement which required Jet Air to supply flight instruction in order
to qualify as an FBO. The second one was the minimum standards which
stated that commercial entities needed permission to operate on the airfield.
Horan asked about the ultimate goals of the arrangement, and Timmons
responded that Jet Air's goal was to be out of the flight instruction business by
the beginning of July. Rettig responded that this appeared to be a win-win
situation, and that the airport would be getting an FBO with a focus on the
charter aspects of operations, and a Flight Instruction provider whose whole
motivation is to provide flight instruction. Horan commented that many of Jet
Air's current charter pilots several were flight instructors for Jet Air and asked
if that would continue. Timmons responded that many of the charter pilots
had come through the Jet Air system, and would expect that to continue as
they are more aware of the training, and skills of the pilots. Rettig asked
about the space needs and Timmons responded that most of the items are
covered by online operations. Farris commented that once things are more in
place the commission would look any requests by the FBO to change
agreements.
Airport Commission Terms -Rettig moved that item i. FBO Staff Report
be moved up in front of item h. Horan seconded the motion and it
carred 5-0
k. FBO Staff Report -Timmons reported that this has been another harsh winter
for operations. He noted the Galesburg airport had lots of ice and that
operations were shut down for about a week. Timmons noted that at Iowa
City they've received a lot of snow and some mixed precipitation. He noted
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that he was pleased with the snow removal and that they've been open more in
Iowa City than elsewhere. Timmons discussed some of the issues of flying in
ice noting that one of the jets was damaged by ice that had come loose causing
substantial damage to a fan in the engine. Timmons noted the previously
discussed lip on the runway and that he and Tharp had taken a look at it.
Timmons noted that at Burlington, they had recently bid a project for a hangar
and that the low bid came up to about $486,000 and that 6 contractors had bid
on it. Rettig commented about the private ownership opportunities for
hangars, and that if they fit into Jet Air's plans, a long term lease on a piece of
land to construct a building could be possible.
Airport Commission Terms -moved to follow FBO Staff Report. Farris stated
that he asked Tharp to add this to the agenda. He commented that he has been
seeking people to apply for the upcoming position that is opening and most of
the feedback he's getting is that people aren't comfortable with a 6 year
commitment. Hartwig noted that part of the thoughts with 6 year terms is that
it takes some time to get used to the airport area and the aspects of
management. Rettig commented that the 6 year term caused her to think
about the commitment, but that ultimately she chose to apply, but that there is
indeed a 2 year learning curve. Horan asked about terms in the past being
staggered. Farris noted there could be staggered terms. Farris moved to
change terms 4 years if able to amend the upcoming term. Seconded by
Rettig. Motion Passed 4-1. Horan Negative
m. Subcommittees' Reports -Farris noted that there was one subcommittee
formed.
n. Commission Members' Reports - Horan asked if the REILS (runway end
identifier lights) stayed on all the time. Hughes commented that they do turn
off, but there is a timer set to keep the lights on approximately an hour after
dark. Farris noted that the 15t~' they speak on the CIP budget with city
council. Farris noted that at the end of the December the switch to the .75
Operations Specialist occurred.
o. Staff Report - None.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING FOR: February 12, 2009 at 5:45 P.M.
ADJOURN: The meeting adjourned at 7:42pm
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Randy Hartwig 3/1/09 X
Howard Horan 3/1/14 X
Janelle Rettig 3/1/12 X
John Staley 3/1/10 X
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--- = Not a Member