HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-07-16 Bd Comm minutesJohnson County Commission on Environmental Quality
June 26, 1074 7:30 P.M.
Regional Planning Commission
22 % South Dubuque
Iowa City, Iowa
Members T'rec,ant: Roger Boldt, Arthur Vetter, Skip Laitner,
and James Osburn.
Members Absent: John McBride, Julia Lyon, and Don Schleisman.
Staff Presen`-: June Kinney.
Others Present- Glynn Melchert, Glen Njris, and Press.
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The meeting began with a report from Skip Laitner on the status
of the noise control ordinance. Skip and Don Schleisman met
with James Curtis to discuss- revision of the latest draft. Skip
will redraft the ordinance in accordance with the E.P.A.
materials. The new draft will be forwarded to the city attorney,
Professor Curtisb and E.P.A. specialists for review and comment
before final presentation to the City Council.
Art Vetter presented a draft of an open -burning ordinance for
Iowa City and possibly other communities in the county. The
proposed ordinance would repeal Chapter 3.06.8E already in the
Iowa City code and replace it with more stringent provisions
concerning open -burning. There was some discussion regarding
whether the ordinance should completely prohibit burning of
trash. It was agreed that the ordinance as drafted would be
a good first step.
Arthur Vetter moved to submit the ordinance as is with an
addition to defining open -burning. The draft --and an
explanatory letter will be sent to Coralville, University
Heights, and Iowa City. A'.copy will also be sent to the small
towns. The motion passed unanimously.
Art noted that many of our proposals were contingent upon the
City or County employing an Environmental Protection Officer.
A brief discussion ensued concerning the duties and jurisdic-
tion of such an officer should an E.P.O. be shared by Iowa
City and Coralville? Should an E.P.O. have county -wide
jurisdiction? F -P P.A. has sent CEY some information on E.P.O.'s
in other cnmmi�nities.- The E.P.O. issue will be a prime order
of business nizt meeting.
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Roger Roldt reported on land use, -He:recommended that CEY
should not overlap with other committees in the land use
arca and that CEQ should compose a letter to the Board of
Supervisors, marking a copy to the Regional Planning
Commission and the Press_, in support of a two-year study.
More specifically, the letter should recommend an interim
control system, whereby requests for variances would be
closely observed and natural or green areas as well as
agricultural land would be preserved. The letter should also
recommend that a two-year study be conducted prior to
adopting a land use policy for the County. Roger moved
that such a letter be written. The motion passed unanimously.
Roger will write the letter and solicit signatures from
CEY members.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M.. The next meeting was
set for July 10th at 9-.00 A.M..
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IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSION
JUNE 19, 1974
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Branson, Sheets, White, Fountain, McLaughlin
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Bosserman, Retish
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Seydel
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL:
None
REQUESTS TO CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE:
None
LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION -COUNCIL DISPOSITION:
None
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN:
New HOusing Commission member Sheila McLaughlin was introduced.
Branson called the meeting to order.
1. White moved that the minutes of the preceding meeting,
June 5, 1974 be approved as written. Branson seconded the motion,
motion passed unanimously.
2. There was no public discussion.
3. Coordinator's Report
At the present time all 209 leases are full. There will be three
leases terminating at the end of June which are now reassigned. Three
new applications are. ready, for-appro�ra-1.
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Seydel reported.he had.written to Application #377, who was
discussed at the last meeting. Seydel.has talked to #377's social
worker and discussed the Housing Commis.sion's action, which was to
hold #377's application until the amount she owes LHA is paid.
Seydel has not heard from #377.
The report for this fiscal year will be done within the next
month.
Seydel reported that the Application for Section 23 Housing
Payments Program was hand delivered to Des Moines on June 12. Seydel
summarized the schedule of events (optimum timepath):
Preapplication conference completed June 4.
Application submitted June 12.
Notification of appli6a` 1:01i.�:appro-741: :nd/or June 28.
funding
IF APPROVED
Assemble Developers packet and draft invitation
for proposals. Submit to FHA for approval July 12.
is (7 working days)
Approval by FHA July 19.
Publication of invitation and wait for proposals Sept. 4.
(min. 42 days)
Receive proposal, evaluate & submit recommendation Sept. 18.
to FHA (2 weeksY-
FHA approval & notification of developer (2 weeks) Oct. 2.
LHA enter into ACC with_HUD
LHA consumate agre®ment with developer (2 weeks) Oct. 30.
Construction begins ASAP
18 months
Construction phase
Inspections & Acceptance
4. There was no old Business to be discussed.
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5. New business.
Seydel discussed circular 800.4 - Implementation of Affirmative
Fair Housing Marketing Regulations. Seydel indicated that an Affirmative
Fair Housing Marketing Plan may be required and he will take action to
draft out such a plan.
Branson suggested that information on the congregate meals be
provided for elderly tenants in our program. This will probably
be done by mailing them the information.
Branson reported she had received the proposed bill for better
community acts. She suggested the news media be watched for further
developments. This bill would help provide more housing for the low
income.
6. Fountain moved and White seconded the motion that the meeting
be adjourned. Motion passed unanimously.
The next regular meeting will be July 31 1974.
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MEMBERS ABSENT: Canter
OTHERS PRESENT: Staff: Eggers, Moses, Kelley
League of Women Voters Observer: Lane
Press -Citizen reporter: Bruegger
CITY STAFF PRESENT: None
The minutes of the February 21st meeting. were read, approved,
and filed. (Newsome/Farber)
FINANCIAL REPORT: ns yet out from city had
Expenditures for library materials are not
complete but of original shelving estimate
($5000) J1425 remains available for future
needs.
Director recommendod no action on retaining
a building consultant to make a feasibility
study should be taken at this time.
Director recommended additional shelving be
purchased when a satisfactory layout can
be developed to allow shifting of adult
collections.
Director recommended additional equipmisnt
purchases be curtailed except for replacement
of vital equipment if breakdowns should occur.
LIBRARY BILLS: Motion made, seconded, and carried to approve
said bills. (Kirkman/Bywater)
DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Discussion concerning appropriations by
Iowa General Assembly for regional library
funding was followed by a motion to request
Carol Spaziani to draft an exemplary letter
to be sent to our own legislators by the
Board of Trustees as well as representatives
of other districts that would be affected
® by a cutback in funding. Motion carried;
(Richersoh/Newsome)
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COMMITTEE REPORT: Search' -Committee for new Directorreported
nine letters of inquiry had been received.
Library schools have replied acknowledging
receipt of information included in the ads
placed in journals by the chairman. Report
of Search Committee appproved and placed on
record. (Kirkman/Richerson)
OLD BUSINESS: Discussion of proposal by City Manager that City
assume the.responsi.bility for administration of
library budget and personnel.
A motion was made, seconded, and passed that
the Budget Committee request a meeting with
City Manager Wells, Joe Pugh, and some members
of the council to develop a timetable andpro-
cedural approaches to prepare the library budget
for 1975-76.. (Kirkman/Farber)
Presentation of contract by East Central Regional
administrator by President Downer led to dis-
:cussion. President Downer recommended that
arrangements be approved in principle with the
payments to be made to our account with NILE
and the President and Secretary of the Board
of Trustees authorized to sign the contract
when further clarification has been submitted.
A motion was made, seconded, and approved that
this recommendation be adopted. (Newsome/Bywater)
COMMUNICATIONS: Letter from Australian lady living in Iowa
City complimenting the library on its vitality
and high level of competence and enthusiasm
was placed on file.
Certification of election results. 100% of
,Library employees voting in recent election
.for negotiations with the AFSCME, Local #183
indicated their approval.
Letter of thanks from Project Green for Joan
Tucker's help in recent forum.
Memo from City Manager regarding format for
minutes was presented by Director for con-
sideration.
Letter from Mr. Pugh in reply to one from
Judy Kelley concerning present system of pay-
ing.permanent part-time employees was read
and discussed. It was moved, seconded, and
approved that the Finance Committee meet with
Mr. Pugh to discuss a change in present system.
(Kirkman/Farber)
*1. 6000 group total and grand total to be
adjusted upward by $6000.
2. 70000 8000, 9000 sections to be reallocated
to agree with totals listed on page 4,
Column IV of President Downer's letter to
the Mayor dated 2/13/74.
A.motion to approve the request of APSCME, Local
#183 to be recognized as bargaining unit for
library employees was approved. (Newsome/Richerson)
Judy Kelley replaces Olive McKenzie as Union
Steward.
MEETING ADJOURNED: By a motion at S:SO p.m, President Downer
adjourned the meeting of the Board of
Trustees.
Respectfully submitted,
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IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
APRIL 24, 1974
DIRECTOR'S OFFICE
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Bywater, Canter, Downer,
Newsome, Richerson
Buchan, Trumpp
Farber, Kirkman,
OTHERS PRESENT: Staff: Carter, Eggers, Spaziani, Westgate
Library Practicum Students: 3
CITY STAFF PRESENT: -None
The minutes of the March 21st meeting were read, approved, and
filed. (Newsome/Kirkman)
FINANCIAL REPORT: The summary quarterly report from the City
was reviewed by the Director, Mr. Hurkett.
The column headed "current month" in this
report is not applicable to the month but
is to be read as "Current Year to Date"
for the quarter year.
The more detailed.report is available for
inspection in the Director's files.
The tentative report was accepted. (Farber/
Richerson)
LIBRARY BILLS: All library materials listed under "Commodities"
are erroneously identified and should be
categorized as "Capital Outlay." Howeyer, the
vouchers are correct. The bills were approved
for payment. (Kirkman/Farber)
DIRECTOR'S REPORT: The operating -budget for calendar year
(12.months) 1975 will be submitted in
August and certified in October. The capi-
.tal improvements budget is to be considered
separately. The challenge to the Home Rule
..Lai4 in Iowa is partly responsible for this
procedure.
.The OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health
Act) matter was discussed.
A motion was made to request of the City
® Council that they take immediate action
to resolve the OSHA requirements for the
Library. (Richerson/Parber) Motion carried.
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The Director reported upon the development
of the library collections. The member-
ship fee for film programs will -be $1500
next fiscal year.
Few transactions under the East Central
Region agreement have taken place to date
but it is expected to increase in the very
near future.
It is likely that reciprocal borrowing
privileges with the Coralville Library will
have to be developed.
COMMITTEE REPORTS: Search Committee reported on
its
oactivities
and planned schedule (repoas
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attached). As of April 24, 42 inquiries
have been received. Mrs. Newsome explained
the routine how each inquiry is processed
by the Committee members. A job description
for the Director's position was prepared
by the Committee to.aid it and the Board
in its selection of a new director. (Copy
attached) The time schedule calls for
a special meeting of the Board of Trustees
for the final report and recommendations
on May 30.
Report received and placed on record.
(Richerson/Farber)
OLD BUSINESS: The matter of coverage in the East Central region
Dy the Iowa City Public Library under its agree-
ment with the Regional library was discussed.
There is confusion about extending borrowing
privileges to the entire region versus the 3
counties specified under the agreement. Contra-
dictory information has been supplied the Library.
staff. Concern was expressed about reimbursement
for extension of services to persons in the region
outside of the 3 county area.. Yet the latter
area does not seem most appropriate in terms of
accessibility. Mr. Downer is to•iook into the
matter with trustees and/or Director of the
:Regional library.
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Nothing new to report on negotiations with
A.F.S.C.M.E.
The concept and needs for the Information and
Referral Center for Johnson County was reviewed
and discussed. Material was presented by Carol
9paziani. A motion was made to have Carol
Spaziani prepare a letter, with the assistance
of other Library staff, to the Johnson County
United Way. outlining the role that the Iowa
City Library could play in developing and train-
ing staff for, and in providing data to, an
Information and Referral Center and how the
Iowa City Public Library could assist in the
operation of such a center. (Richerson/Kirkman)
Motion passed unanimously.
COMMUNICATIONS: A petition containing 90 signatures was re-
ceived. The petition requests restoration of
the "cut hours" of -the Library.
A note from Carol de Prosse expressing her
regret for her inability to attend the February
meeting of the Board.
A letter from President Willard Boyd (U. of
Iowa) commending the Library for its aid in
developing a bibliography for "Iowa 2000.
A letter commending the work of Hazel Westgate.
A letter of complaint about an item checked out
to a 15 -year-old girl, said item objected to
by a parant.
All communications received and filed.
(Bywater/Kirkman)
NEW BUSINESS: Motion made: The week of May 6-11 will be pub-
licized as a "Library Fines Forgiveness" week.
(Kirkman/Farber) Motion passed.
MEETING ADJOURNED:
Respectfully sub
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By motion, President
meeting at 5:45 p.m.
tted,
gcretary Pro -Tem
Downer adjourned the
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IOWA CITY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MAY 22, 1974
DIRECTOR'S OFFICE
Members Present: Buchan, Bywater, Canter, Downer, Farber,
Kirkman, Richerson, Trumpp
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Members Absent: Newsome
Others Present: Staff;, Eggers, Westgate, Hurkett
Bruegger, Press -Citizen
City Staff Present: None
President Downer called the meeting to order a= 4:05.p.m.
Minutes were read, approved, and filed. (Kirkman/Buchan)
Financial Report: Budget report on print-out is inaccurate.
Major categories and detailed are not the
same'as reported. Entire report should be
redone. If the categories were as shown
on print-out, we'd have to revise our
library materials outlay.
Library Bills: Motion to allow bills carried. (Kirkman/Farber)
Director_'_ Report: Director announced City Council has called
a meeting -on a hearing for Capital Improve-
ments Program, May 29, 7:30 p.m.
Two budgets will be prepared and submitted
to Finance Department. 1) Budget for
January 1, 1975 to June 30, 1975 to be sub -
in October, 1974. 2) Budget for
January 1, 1975 to December 31, 1975 to
be submitted in November. Public hearings
In February and certification in March.
Leaks in the roof continue to plague us.
Main air-conditioning unit has been re-
paired. One hundred pounds of Frion at
$1.50 a pound were needed. Kirkman asked
that check for leakage be made within a
few weeks to determine if unit is operating
properly.
Work on ceramic tile on stairways should be
completed within the month.
Every effort should be made to avoid over-
time pay.. Non-public service employees
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Committee Reports:
Old Business: None
should not be required to work on "City
Days." Question of time -and -a -half or
compensatory time needs decision. com-
pensatory time will be given but accrual
of such time across pay periods will not
be allowed. (May be taken in the follow-
ing pay period when overtime would other-
wise be paid, however)
Resignation (end of July) of Vinnie
Kuechenmeister creates problem. Should
a new secretary be hired before new di-
rector is hired? Downer suggested no
action be taken until after May 30th
Board meeting when Search Committee will
report its suggestions on interviewing
new Director.
Resignation of Paula Matthews (June 30).
President Downer expressed the thanks of
the Board to.Mr. Hurkett for his three
years of work and service to the Library.
Mr. Hurkett complimented the staff and
said one of his objectives has been the
growth and development of the staff through
delegation of responsibilities and en-
couragsment.
Kirkman reported committee has met and
categorized applicants in various ways.
Out. of 45 applicants, 4 have been placed
in top ratings.
Communications: Letter from William Hargrave (regional library
funding legislatiorr),.expressing appreciation
for letter from the Board.of Trustees.
Letter from E.E.O.C. in Iowa City
Letter from Fred Wezeman praising library
staff -for its cooperation with practicum
students.
President Downer appointed nominating committee:
Trumpp, Chairman
Bywater
Canter
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New Business: President`Downer presented proposal. from Robert
Rolfe (library consultant'from Minneapolis) on
costs for a feasibility study of building pro-
gram. First phases would be 13,500 plus site
study of $2000 and furniture and specifications
of $7500.
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Proposal from Hansen, Lind, Meyers did not in-
clude costs.
President Downer referred the question of what
to do about this proposal to BuildinCr and Grounds
Committee for 'study and recommendations. The
roof.problem was also referred to said committee
for consideration.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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New Business: President`Downer presented proposal. from Robert
Rolfe (library consultant'from Minneapolis) on
costs for a feasibility study of building pro-
gram. First phases would be 13,500 plus site
study of $2000 and furniture and specifications
of $7500.
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Proposal from Hansen, Lind, Meyers did not in-
clude costs.
President Downer referred the question of what
to do about this proposal to BuildinCr and Grounds
Committee for 'study and recommendations. The
roof.problem was also referred to said committee
for consideration.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
TRUSTEES
Members Present: Buchan, Bywater, Canter, Downer, Farber,
Kirkman, Newsome, Richerson, Trumpp
Members Absent: None
Others Present: None
Business: President Downer called the meeting to order
at 4:05 p.m.
Secretary presented request from Jeannette
Carter.that the Board purchase a piano from
recently -resigned Pau:% Matthews to be used
for programs needing piano music.
Motion that secretary be empowered to look
into the purchase of the piano for $60 and
act on the purchase and delivery of the piano.
Motion carried. (Newsome/Farber)
F'irkman reported a 1conversation with Boggs
concerning the recent servicing of the air
conditioner. A motion was approved to pay
Boggs for the work he has done.
Letter from Executive Secretary of the Iowa
Library Association concerning Newsome's
status as an honorary member that she was
at liberty to transfer her $5 membership fee
to a staff member. Motion was made that the
secretary write for a refund of*the $5 dues
already paid. (Canter/Farber)
Motion for meeting to adjourn into executive
session to hear and consider reports from the
Search*Committee was approved. (Canter/Bywater)
Special meeting of the Board of Trustees was adjourned at
4:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
IOWA CITY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
JUNE 4, 1974
DIRECTOR'S OFFICE
Members Present: Downer, Trumpp, Farber, Kirkman, Buchan,''
Richerson
Members Absent: Bywater, Canter, Newsome
Others Present: None
Business: The meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m.
A motion was made and seconded to dissolve
executive session. Motion carried. (Richerson/
Farber)
Motion was made and seconded to appoint Lolly
Eggers acting Director of the library for
the interim until a new permanent director is
appointed. Motion carried. (Richerson/Farber)
Motion was approved to allow two bills pre-
sented by the Search Committee. (Kirkman/
Richerson)
A motion was approved to adjourn the special
meeting. (Farber/Richerson)
Respectfully submitted,
Morri,,lyn Tumpp, secre y
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Is IOWA CITY LIBRARY -BOARD OF TRUSTEES
JUNE 11, 1974
DIRECTOR'S OFFICE
Members Present: Downer, Kirkman, Buchan, Farber, Bywater,
Trumpp, Canter, Richerson
Members Absent: Newsome
STaff Present: Eggers
others Present: None
Business: The meeting was called to order by President Downer
at 4:05 p.m.
Lolly Eggers called the Board's attention to a time
lag in payment of bills received after the 20th of
the'month. These are often not paid for 6 or 7 weeks.
She suggested two lists of bills, with the Board
President and Secretary authorized to sign approval
between Board meetings. A motion to grant this author-
ization carried. (Bywater/Farber)
Mrs. Eggers raised the question of merit raises, as
we will soon have two employees past their employment
anniversary date. We had previously agreed to wait
until the City had completed its "factor analysis,"
and decided to continue, as these raises could be
made retroactive.
County support, for the library as discussed with the
Board of Supervisors was delayed until after the
primary. We'will contact them again now that it is
past. There are about 5000.'more people in the un-
incorporated areas of the county now, according to
1970 census.
Report of Personnel, Building, & Grounds Committee:
Recommendation that T & K'Roofers be retained to do
the work tb.;ey reported necessary in estimate of
May, 1974. Motion carried. (Farber/Buchan)
A piano for the Library auditorium was purchased
for $75 from Paula Matthews. Arrangements for moving
and tuning have been made.
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session to discuss the search for anew Director.
Motion carried. (Trumpp/Richerson)
Respectfully submitted,
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IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
.ITJNP 20, 197h.
CIVIC CENTER ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM
ruEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
Gary Bleckwenn
Elliott Full
1 Dave Hartwig
Claude Peterson
Jack Perkins
E. K. Jones, Jr.
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTION TAKEN:
Chairman Hartwig called -the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
Jones read the minutes of the May meeting. Bleckwenn moved,
Full seconded the motion that the minutes be approved as
read. Motion carried.
Jones presented the bills for the month of June. Bleckwenn
moved, Full seconded the motion that the bills be paid as presented.
Motion carried. '
Jones roported on the electrical situation nt the Airport. It
wAs moved by Peterson, `seconded by Bleckwenn to approve the
prnposal of Nate Moore on the installation of a new electrical
system at the Airport `for $)}.,600.00,. -Motion carried.
There was discussion concerning the vAntilation dC the upstairs
room in the terminal building. Jones"was instructed to'have Don
Gannon study the problem:`.
.Tones presented a letter from Doane giving the Commission two
options: Firstly, to increase their fee from $36.00 per month to
`60.00, or secondly, to,continue the $36.00 a month fee, but the
charge would be 8% of the Commission's gross income from the farm.
Peterson moved, Full seconded the motion to go on the 811'o� Gross
Income. Motion carried.
There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at
8:45 P.M.
Next meeting will be: July 18th, 1974, at the Civic Center,
7:30 P.M.
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MINUTES
Regional Planning Commission
Regular Monthly Meeting
June 19, 1974 7:30 p.m.
First Christirn Church
217 Iowa Avenue, Iowa City
Presiding: J. Patrick White
iowo city, Iowa
52240 (319)351-8556
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Members Present: Linda Dole, Ray Wells, Edgar Czarnecki, Carol deProsse, Dorothy Douglass,
�ffc elKattc ee, Robert Rogers (for Robert Bellamy), Isabel Turner, Orval Yoder, Lorada
Ciiek (for Robert Burns), Richard Barte, Carl Goetz, Paul Huston, Richard Gibson, Faith
Knowler, Jerry zaiser, Donald Saxton (for Sadie Specht), Larry Wieland
Members Absent: Allan Vestal, Donald Madsen, C. L. Brandt, Glenn Shoemaker, John Hester,
atricia ea e, John Reyhons, Jerry Cisar
Others Present: Floyd Gardner, Mayor of Swisher; James Elza, Director of ECIARPC; Press
and Staff
Mr. White introduced James Elza, Director of the East Central Iowa Association of Regional
Planning Commissions; he also introduced voting alternates present at the meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Czarnecki moved that the minutes of the May 15, 1974 meeting be approved as distributed;
Mr. Kattchee seconded the motion; the motion carried.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Mr. White reported a checking account balance of $72.50 and a savings account balance of
$9,958.08.
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Mr. White reported the receipt of a letter from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors
officially requesting the Regional Planning Commission to conduct a non -metropolitan land
use study of Johnson County and to develop alternate land use policies for consideration
by the Board. Ms. deProsse moved that the letter be received; Mr. Kattchee seconded the
motion; the motion carried.
Mr. White reported the receipt of a letter from the Veterans Administration concerning the
widening and the addition of a signal at the entrance of the VA Hospital. He added that this
would require an A-95 review. Mr. Wells noted that this project is under contract.
Mr. White reported the receipt of a letter from Headstart requesting an A-95 review, with
HACAP as the applicant, for funding for ten groups in the Jones, Johnson and Linn County
area. Ms. Knowler moved that the letter be referred to the Social Services Committee;
Mr. Bartel seconded the motion; the motion carried.
Mr. Mute reported the receipt of a letter from Shive-Hattery concerning an application
for a Step 1 grant for the expansion of the sewage treatment plant in North Liberty, and
an inflow -infiltration analysis of the facility. Mr. White noted that the Commission had
previously approved construction of the facility. Mr. Zaiser moved that the letter be
referred to Land Use -Water Resources Committee; Mr. Kattchee seconded the motion; the
motion carried.
Mr. Bartel noted that Powers -Willis will be discussing with the Board of Supervisors on
Monday, a proposal to study the feasibility of a sanitary district in the Lake Macbride
area. He stated that Commission staff members are invited to attend.
C041I TEE REPORTS
Justice and Human Relations Committee:
The Commission received a report from the Justice and Human Relations Committee which
consisted of proposed projects and their ranking to be submitted to the East Central Iowa
Area Crime Commission. Mr. Kattchee moved that the Commission approve the projects and
their respective ranking to be forwarded to the East Central Iowa Area Crime Commission;
Mr. Goetz seconded the motion; the motion carried.
The Commission generally discussed the possibility of funding for a Joint Law Enforcement
Facility, and encouraged the staff to resubmit a proposal to the Iowa Crime Commission.
Mr. Czarnecki asked what the status of the Marijuana Ordinance is, since it was referred to
the Justice and Human Relations Committee. The staff stated that it would be forthcoming
in the near future.
The Commission discussed a renewed application for the feasibility study for joint law
enforcement. Mr. Kattchee moved that the Chairperson be instructed to submit a renewed
application for a Feasibility Study; Ms. deProsse seconded the motion; the motion carried.
The Commission discussed the problem of community based corrections. Mr. Bartel moved to
refer the question of the State's responsibility in community based correction programs to
the Justice and Human Relations Committee to discuss and report back; Ms. Cilek seconded
the motion; the motion carried with Mr. Czarnecki`voting against the motion.
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Ms. Turner reported that the CAC discussed the Work Program -Budget and the Overall Program
Design and indicated she would make the report later on in this meeting.
Small Towns Committee
Mr. Gardner, Vice -Chairperson of the Committee, reported that the Small Towns Committee
agreed with the orientation of the Regional Planning Commission and the increase in non -
metropolitan planning. He stated that the Committee .felt that water resource planning
might over extend the Commission in their commitment to local governments. He stated that
at the next meeting the Functional Classification Commission representative will be appoin*
Mr. Gardner reported that priorities for the upcoming year and road maintenance projects
will be discussed at the next meeting. Mr. Gardner stated that the Committee approved the
recommended 50% increased assessment to the Regional Planning Commission.
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EXECUTIVE BOARD -REPORT
Mr White st ted
a that the.Exec utive,Board sp1.ent much'of their time discussing the propose(
Work Program -Budget. He stated that. this is a new era of planning and intergovernmental
cooperation. Mr. White noted that major points of discussion were increased assessment,
specific services, and how deeply we believe in the Regional Planning Commission.
Mr. Hilgenberg reported and summarized for the Commission the proposed c
the Work Program -Budget and Overall Program Design. omponents within
Ms. Turner stated that the CAC used the same procedure as the Executive Board, paired
comparisons, and the result was basically the same priorities as established by the Board.
She stated that they suggested thirty weeks of staff time be allocated to Water Resources
to come from the Central Services area.
Mr. Bartel stated that he felt the proposed Work Program is balanced and well directioned.
Mr. Wells stated that he felt there was a minor discrepency in priorities and that Water
Resources and Housing should have a higher priority than Human Needs.
Ms. Turner moved to adopt the Overall Program Design for Fiscal Years 1975, 1976 and 1977
and the Work Program -Budget for Fiscal Year 1975; Ms. Douglass seconded the motion.
Mr. Wells moved to amend the motion and reallocate resources of the Regional Planning
Commission to-ladrance Water Resources and Housing, ahead of and eliminate the Human Needs
Study Design and Analysis in the Work Program -Budget for Fiscal Year 1975; Mr. Zaiser
seconded the motion.
W. Czarnecki stated that this would almost totally eliminate the Human Needs portion of
the Work Program and added that this would violate the principal of total overall planning.
He also noted that the Housing Committee -did not request any funding in this Budget.
Mr. Gibson stated that it is important to start to pull together information concerning
water resources at the present time in order to .apply for grants. W. Wells stated that
the problems have to be identified before they can be solved, noting such areas as impacts
of current secondary treatment, urban storm drainage, and the pollution of ground waters.
A roll call vote was requested on the proposed amendment by Mr. Wells. The vote was as
follows: Ayes --Dole, Wells, Kattchee Ro arc C'1
Nays --White, Czarnecki, deProsse, Douglass, T01 lek,rj etzsHusston, ZaiserKnowleand;
Saxton; Absent --Vestal, Madsen, Brandt, Shoemaker., Hester, Meade, Reyhons, Cisar. The
motion was defeated 9-10-8.• Mr'. Wells then moved to reduce the Work Program -Budget by
10% to reflect a reduction of a staff member and supportive services; the motion died for
lack of second.
Mr. Czarnecki moved to amend the Work Program -Budget in order that funds for Water Resources
come from the six other Environmental elements as the source for Fiscal Year 19759 the
amount to be determined; Ms. Knowler seconded the motion; the motion was defeated. Ms. Dole
moved that the suggested ceiling for a Water Resources element be set at $14,723 with the
Executive Board to come back to the Commission with specific revisions as to where that
money should come from in Fiscal Year 1975; Ms. deProsse seconded the motion; the motion
was defeated.
Dir. Schleisman,. of CEQ, suggested. that -the Commission consider increasing the number of
staff hours for the Commission on Environmental Quality in order that legal work could be
done in relation to specific ordinances. Mr. Kattchee questioned the Commission as a source
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questioned why CEQ was not a functional committee of the Commission. °f CEQ funding. Mr. White stated that it is ,provided for under 28E of the Code. Mr. Zaiser
Mr. White stated
that some members of CEQ are not members of the Commission.
be amended to ad&7 that °concern a`
ty and Quantity Studies and
seconded the motion; the motion
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A roll call vote was taken on the amended motion to adopt the Work Program -Budget and
Overall Program Design. The vote was as follows: Ayes --Dole, White, Czarnecki, deProsse,
Douglass, Kattchee, Rogers, Turner, Yoder, Cilek, Bartel, Goetz, Huston, Gibson, Knower,
Zaiser, Saxton, Wieland; Nays --Wells; the motion carried 18-1-8.
Mr. White stated that the Executive Board would receive a staff recommendation with alter-
natives concerning the concern for Water Resources and that the Board would ask for a
Budget amendment from the Commission upon completion.
DIRECrOR'S REPORT
Mr. Hilgenberg reported that the Commission is in receipt of a micro analysis repurt from
the consultant and it has been distributed to the Commission members.
Mr. Hilgenberg reported that it may be necessary to amend the mass transit capital grant
to reflect evaluation of a joint maintenance facility. Mr. Czarnecki moved to authorize
the Executive Board to submit, if necessary, an amendment of the UMrA Mass Transit Grant
in an amount not to exceed $1,000 to study a maintenance facility proposal; Ms. 'Douglass
seconded the motion; the motion carried.
BILLS FOR APPROVAL
Ms. deProsse moved that the bills for the month of June be approved as submitted;
Mr. Saxton seconded the motion; the motion carried.
Mr. White stated that the Executive Board and staff would be receptive to suggestions
by Commis§ion members concerning the improvement of the means used to develop or display
the Work Program -Budget.
Ms. Douglass suggested that components of the Budget be subtotalled within the text and
on the matrix.
Meeting adjourned.
July 11, 1974
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STAFF PRESENT:
Sarah FOX
James Roegiers
H. Eugene Chubb
Robert Lee
Bill Neppl
SIP RRY OF DISCUSSICN AND FORMAL ACTIONS TARN:
The Park and Recreation CanTission met in regular session on
July 10, 1974 in the Davis Building Conference Room. Vice
Chairperson, Jim Sangster presiding.
Davis moved and Hebert seconded that the minutes of the
June 12, 1974 meeting be approved with the following correction:
Page 2 -
Paragraph
5 - A contract has been
let
for updating
the City
Park Pool
Plumbing System but has
not
been ocnpleted.
Gene Chubb and Dr. Powell reported that the School -City Contract,
for joint facility use, had been signed for the year, July 1974
to July 1975. A School Board Meeting was held Tuesday, July 9, 1974.
Virginia Hebert reported on a meeting between the Handicapped
Committee and Ray Gerke, United Cerebral Palsy Representative. The
meeting was held to inform the Committee of the number of individuals
affected by a handicapping disability, recreation opportunities now
available and to discuss the possibility of establishing a bowling
program.
Priorities Committee report was delayed until the August Monthly
Meeting.
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H. Eugene Chubb reported on the current Parks and Recreation Projects
as follaas :
- City Park Road - Preliminary surveying to start July 11, 1974
with construction beginning hopefully on October 1, 1974.
- South Park Acquisition - The City Staff is discussing the
possibility. of 14 acres of land south of Hollywood Manor Part V
within the McCollister Estate for park land.use.
- Northeast Park - Further action is awaiting results of the
Soil Conservation Service Study (SCS) of Ralston Creek.
- Oak Grove - Park crews are clearing land and removing trees.
Apparatus should be set up before thnter IWnths for a buildingdt �
soon an architect will be drawing plans
begin within the year.
Robert Lee reported that final City Park Pool improvenents are un-
denaay. The plumbing contract is let, waiting on parts and final
painting should be cavpleted shortly.
H. Eugene Chubb reported that City Park Road will be open Friday,
July 12, 1974, following depletion of the flc7w of water at the
Reservoir. Mr. Chubb wanted the Commission to be ware that they
might receive canplaints on dust until the area can be cleaned up.
Mr. Chubb also reported that the Departh nt has had a few problems
with large picnics and a review by the Comni.ssion of the Ordinance
might be necessary.
Bill Neppl reported on the Riverfront Conmission. The meeting of
June 20th was an unofficial meeting due to insufficient number of
members for a quorum. The Riverfrcnt C mnission inforniation leaflet
was discussed and plans for a canoe trip, for riverfront familiarity.
purposes, was established for Friday, July 12, 1974 from the Resen-oir
to City Park.
Jim Sangster reported for Jim Roegiers (absent)
n theiing dove oiled in
on
County Regional open Space Cc miittee, A par
North Liberty. The last meeting was held to review the 1971 Park
Plan to familiarize all new members.
Gene Chubb reported on the Capital Improvements Programs. NtOst
Park Develolment projects except for a few long range projects
were included under the line item - Neighborhood Park IRrorovanents
with additional money added to Leisure and Cultural Opportunities for
Riverfront Acquisition.
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Hebert moved and Buxton seconded that the meting be adjourned.
9:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
4VI,Ile
Ca arine W. EisenhofEF
Secretary
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