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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-01-13 Council minutesSubject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES JANUARY 13, 1998 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, Moreno, Gannon, Schmadeke. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 98-8, Side 2; 98-13, Side 1. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Award to Weber Elementary: Michael Ahrens, Boyu Hu, and Jane Schlapkohl. The Mayor proclaimed Preu¢il School of Music Week - January 18-24, Bill Nusser Preu¢il School Foundation Board and Bill & Doris Preucil accepted; Women's Right to Choose Day - January 22, Marilyn Cohen accepted. Peg Fraser presented the City with artwork commemorating the City's efforts on the 21 st Annual Road Races, Mayor Lehman accepted. Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meeting of December 9 and the regular meeting of December 16, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Historic Preservation Comm. - December 9. Housing & Community Development Comm. November 20. Airport Comm. - November 13. Bd. of Adjustment - December 10. Bd. of Appeals - December 1. Human Rights Comm. - December 9. P&R Comm. - December 10. P&Z Comm. - December 4. PCRB - December 11, December 22, December 23. Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - November 19. Sr. Center Comm. - November 19. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for The Airliner, 22 S. Clinton St. Class C Liquor License for Yen Ching Restaurant, 1803 Boyrum St. Class C Liquor License for Aoeshe Restaurant, 624 S. Gilbert St. Class C Liquor License for Union Bar, 121 E. College St. Special Class C Liquor License for North Dodge Athletic Club, 2400 N. Dodge St. Class E Beer Permit for QuikTrip /1552, 25 W. Burlington St. RES. 98-1, Bk. 119, p.1, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 98-2, Bk. 119, p. 2, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for January 27 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAINS - PENINSULA PROPERTY, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Council Activities January 13, 1998 page 2 Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of 99,891,769.21 for the period of November 1 through November 30, 1997, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Resolutions, Bk. 119: RES. 98-3, p. 3, PROVIDING NOTICE THAT AT LEAST NINETY-FIVE PERCENT (95%) OF THE WORK UNDER THE CONTRACT FOR THE SOUTH IOWA RIVER CORRIDOR INTERCEPTOR SEWER PROJECT HAS BEEN COMPLETED AND THAT THE CITY INTENDS TO RELEASE FUNDS RETAINED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 573, CODE OF IOWA. RES. 98-4, p. 4, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A WATER SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR SADDLEBROOK MANUFACTURED HOUSING PARK, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 98-5, p. 5, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON STREET/ GOVERNOR STREET SIGNALIZATION PROJECT. RES. 98-6, p. 6, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SOUTHGATE AVENUE AND STEVENS DRIVE STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. RES. 98-7, p. 7, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM WATER SYSTEM, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR WALDEN HILLS, LOTS 7 - 36 AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 98-8, p. 8, CHANGING THE DATE OF THE BID SUBMITTAL DEADLINE AND SCHEDULED BID OPENING FOR THE MONTGOMERY- BUTLER HOUSE STABILIZATION PROJECT FROM JANUARY 7 TO FEBRUARY 4, 1998. Correspondence: Laurie Robinson, Johnson County Historical Society, regarding assistance. Chris Hungerford regarding EXCEL. David Wehde regarding Russian Sister City. Timothy Kelly regarding water. Kristi Ferguson regarding DARE program. Osha Gray Davidson regarding Iowa City youth. Barbara Curtin regarding Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Johnson County. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner: Removal of "Parking for Public Safety Vehicles Only"; Removal of Stop Sign at Intersection of Lower Muscatine Road and Fairmeadows Boulevard; Modification of Commercial Loading Zone on Iowa Avenue East of Dubuque Street. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Cashier; Emergency Communications Dispatcher. Kate Franks Klaus, Heritage Trees regarding budget. Suzanne Gurnett Streitz, Downtown Association, and Victoria Gilpin, Friday Night Concert Series, regarding budget. Laurie Robinson, Johnson County Historical Society, regarding budget. Sally Stutsman, Johnson County Board of Supervisors, regarding SEATS. HACAP regarding representation from the City Council. State Historical Society regarding Storm Sewer problem at 402 Iowa Ave. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Council Activities January 13, 1998 page 3 Osha Davidson, 14 S. Governor St., appeared regarding treatment of youths in malls. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to set a public hearing for January 27 on an ordinance vacating .50 acres of Waterfront Drive, located south of Highway 6 and east of Gilbert Street. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article L, entitled "Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions," to provide for temporary use permits to allow short-term activities, such as special events or seasonal outdoor storage and sales. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Building Code and Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article B, entitled "Zoning Definitions," to change the definition of GRADE. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 98-9, Bk. 119, p. 9, APPROVING THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF A 2.59 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT 3151 HIGHWAY 6 EAST (Moose Lodge). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 98-3821, Bk. 41, p. 59, AMENDING THE ZONING CHAPTER BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF A FIVE-ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT 3151 HIGHWAY 6 EAST FROM COUNTY RURAL A1, RURAL (2.59 ACRES) AND RR-1, RURAL RESIDENTIAL (2.41 ACRES) TO RM-20, MEDIUM DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (Moose Lodge), be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. the Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Thornberry, to accept correspondence from Maxine Simmons, Construction Chairman Loyal Order of Moose. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by amending Title 14, Chapter 6, "Zoning," Article B, "Zoning Definitions," Section 2, by changing the definition of Transient Housing to increase the number of days persons are able to stay as temporary residents, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to defer indefinitely a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of a Resubdivision of Lot 7, WB Development, a 1.78 acre, two-lot commercial subdivision located southeast of the intersection of Council Activities January 13, 1998 page 4 Naples Avenue and Escort Lane. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to defer to January 27 a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of a resubdivision of Outlot A, WB Development. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plan, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Captain Irish Parkway Phase I Improvements Project. PCD Director Franklin and Public Works Director Schmadeke present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 98-10, Bk. 119, p. 10, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAPTAIN IRISH PARKWAY PHASE I IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 98-11, Bk. 11 9, p. 11, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE WOOLF AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT [PROJECT NO. BRM-3715(4)--8N-52] to Iowa Bridge and Culvert, Inc., Washington, Iowa for 81,126,188.73. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 98-12, Bk. 119, p. 12, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND NNW, INC. OF IOWA CITY TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE WOOLF AVENUE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT [PROJECT NO. BRM-3715(4)--8N-52]. Asst. City Engr. Gannon present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 98-1 3, Bk. 119, p. 13, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN EXTENSION AGREEMENT FOR FY97 PARATRANSIT SERVICE BETWEEN THE CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY to January 31, 1998. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 98-14, Bk. 119, p. 14, ESTABLISHING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES AND PROGRAMS, EXCLUDING THE Council Activities January 13, 1998 page 5 POTTER'S STUDIO. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 98-15, Bk. 119, p. 15, ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES FOR THE POTTER'S STUDIO IN THE ROBERT A. LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Kubby abstaining. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to grant a 45 day extension to the Police Citizens' Review Board for the filing of a report with the City Council on Complaints 97-2 through 97-7. Council noted the number of meetings the Board had scheduled and acknowledged their efforts. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor announced the current vacancies: Airport Comm. - one vacancy to fill a six-year term ending March 1, 2004; Broadband Telecomm. Comm. - one vacancy to fill a three-year term ending March 13, 2001; Civil Service Comm. - three vacancies to fill three terms: one two-year term ending April 3, 2000, one three-year term ending April 2, 2001, and one four-year term ending April 1, 2002; Design Review Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term for an architect ending July 1, 1998, in addition to three-year term ending July 1, 2001; Historic Preservation Comm. - two vacancies to fill three-year terms ending March 29, 2001: one Summit Street District rep. and one At-Large rep.; Housing & Community Development Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 1998. These appointments will be made at the February 24 Council meeting. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to appoint Mettie Thomopulos, 1002 Estron St., to the Human Rights Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2000; approving recommendation by the Johnson County Board of Supervisors to re-appoint Gretchen Grimm as a member of the Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. to fill a three-year term ending January 1, 2001, as a representative of Johnson County. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Council Member Kubby requested an update on the implementation of the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. The City Mgr. stated a number of landfill issues will be presented to Council in the next couple of months. Kubby reminded citizens of a City Federation of Labor chili dinner scheduled January 15 at 6:00 PM at 1212 Highland Ct.; the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Bowl For Kids Sake on February 28, urging six people to form a team or pledge to a team; noted the Chamber Business Fair scheduled February 6-8. Council Member Thornberry stated Council had elected him to be Mayor Pro tem and pledged to do his best to serve the City. Council Member Vanderhoef noted a recent memo on compost and yardwaste charges and recommended proceeding with the lowering of the price per ton. Council concurred. Vanderhoef also acknowledged the recent distribution of the Parks and Recreation scheduling brochure and citizens report. Council Activities January 13, 1998 page 6 Council Member Norton welcomed back City Atty. Dilkes and thanked Asst. City Atty. Holecek for acting in her absence. Norton referenced the recent newspaper story on graffiti removal and requested the City's ordinance on removal. City Mgr. Atkins reassured Council that the ordinance is being implemented. Norton stated he felt the citizens report was terrific, and clarified that water and sewer rates were going up but the actual increase for a typical user is only about a quarter given the adjustment in the minimum usage. Mayor Lehman thanked Council and individuals for their support of his election as Mayor and stated he would be meeting with other Iowa Mayors regarding legislative issues in the near future. The Mayor stated Council was in the middle of the budget review process and hoped to have that completed by the end of the month and reported that Council would be meeting to discuss goals and objectives later in the month. Mayor Lehman noted the following City Council appointments: Legislative Committee-Norton, Kubby, Thornberry. Rules Committee- Norton, Lehman. Emergency Management-O'Donnell. JCCOG-Champion, Kubby, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef with Lehman as alternate. Convention and Visitors Bureau-Champion. Student Senate-Kubby, Norton. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to replace Council Member Thornberry with Council Member Vanderhoef on the Legislative Committee (Thornberry to be alternate). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn 8:00 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Marian K. Karr, C~ty Clerk Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 12/16/97 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: Baker. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Shimek Elementary students: Megan Gatens, Laura Houghton, Scott Knight. Council recognized new Board/Commission Members as follows: Bd. of Appeals - Gary Haman, John Roffman; Bd. of Library Trustees - Linda Dellsperger; Design Review Comm. Tara Cronbaugh; Human Rights Comm. - Joan Jehle, Diane Martin, Arthur Vincent, Jr.; P&R Comm. Barbara Endel, Bruce Maurer; PCRB - Leah Cohen, Patricia Farrant, Paul Hoffey, Margaret Raymond, John Watson; Public Art Advisory Comm. - Deborah Galbraith, Kevin Hanick, Nancy Purington, Lesley Wright; Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - Cortney Daniels, Dan Mascal, Lynn Rose; Sr. Center Comm. Chevalier Monsanto, Deborah Schoenfelder, Kathryn Wallace. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Housing & Community Development Comm. - October 16. Bd. of Appeals - November 3. Bd. of Library Trustees - November 30. PCRB - December 4. Adopt PCRB Bylaws as recommended by Rules Committee. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Jirsa's, 819 First Ave. Class C Beer Permit for Petro-n- Provisions, 2 Escort Lane. Class E Beer Permit for The Cellar, 116 S. Linn St. Class E Liquor License for The Cellar, 116 S. Linn St. RES. 97- 404, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS. Official Council Actions December 16, 1997 page 2 Setting Public Hearings: RES. 97-405, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAPTAIN IRISH PARKWAY PHASE I IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions: RES. 97-406, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT FOR COURT PARK SUBDIVISION, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE. RES. 97-407, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, WATER MAIN, TILE LINE AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR SOUTH POINTE ADDITION, PART 6, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 97-408, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY, PERMANENT EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF COURT STREET EXTENDED, PHASE 1 IMPROVEMENTS. RES. 97-409, APPROVING A JOINT AGREEMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND COOPERATION WITH RESPECT TO ALLOCATION AND DIVISION OF PROPERTY TAXES FOR INDUSTRIAL NEW JOBS TRAINING PROGRAMS. Correspondence: Holly Hart regarding the Downtown Shuttle. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding removal of Bus Loading Zone in 100 Block of Clinton St. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Enforcement Attendant. Melrose Ave. Neighborhood Assn. regarding the Melrose Ave. Project. Deborah Galbraith regarding her appointment to the Public Art Advisory Comm. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Official Council Actions December 16, 1997 page 3 Babe Ballantyne, Senior Center Commissioner, updated Council on activities at the Center. Steve Kanner, 1033 E. Washington St., appeared regarding the downtown Christmas tree; Greyhound Bus station; and the City's free shuttle bus. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for January 13 on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled 'Zoning,' Article L, entitled 'Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions,' to provide for temporary use permits to allow short-term activities, such as special events or seasonal outdoor storage and sales. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for January 13 on an ordinance amending the Building Code and Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled 'Zoning," Article B, entitled 'Zoning Definitions," to change the definition of GRADE. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to defer to January 13 a resolution approving the annexation of a 2.59 acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by changing the zoning designation for a five acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East from County Rural (A1) (2.59 acres) and Rural Residential (RR-1) (2.41 acres) to RM- 20, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential. Atty. Ralph Neuzil, 2520 Mayfield Road, appeared representing the Moose Lodge. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by changing the zoning designation for a five acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East from County Rural (A1) (2.59 acres) and Rural Residential (RR-1) (2.41 acres) to RM- 20, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by amending Title 14, Chapter 6, 'Zoning,' Article B, 'Zoning Definitions," Section 2, by changing the definition of Transient Housing to increase the number of days persons are able to stay as temporary residents, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 97-3816, AMENDING THE ZONING Official Council Actions December 16, 1997 page 4 ORDINANCE BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 3.37 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF IOWA HIGHWAY I AND NAPLES AVENUE, FROM COUNTY CP-1, PLANNED COMMERCIAL, TO C1-1, INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL. Moved and seconded to defer to January 13, a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of a resubdivision of lot 7, WB Development; and a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of a resubdivision of outlot A, WB Development. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for Stabilization of the Montgomery- Butler House, located on the west side of N. Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River. Joni Kinsey, 423 Church St., President of Board of Friends of Historic Preservation, appeared. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-410, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE MONTGOMERY-BUTLER HOUSE STABILIZATION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 97-3817, AMENDING TITLE 3, 'CITY FINANCES, TAXATION AND FEES," CHAPTER 4, 'SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES' OF THE CITY CODE, TO INCREASE WASTEWATER SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 97-3818, AMENDING TITLE 3, 'CITY FINANCES, TAXATION, AND FEES," CHAPTER 4, 'SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES, AND PENALTIES" OF THE CITY CODE, TO INCREASE WATER SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 97-3819, AMENDING TITLE 3, 'CITY FINANCES, TAXATION AND FEES," CHAPTER 4, 'SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES' OF THE CITY CODE, TO ADD A Official Council Actions December 16, 1997 page 5 ENTITLED SUBSECTION COLLECTION ACCOUNTS' AUTHORIZE WHEN THE DELINQUENT. DELINQUENCY CHARGES OF FIVE PERCENT TO SOLID WASTE. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 97-3820, AMENDING TITLE 14, ENTITLED 'UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE,' CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED 'CITY UTILITIES," ARTICLE A, 'GENERAL PROVISIONS,' 6, ENTITLED 'BILLING AND PROCEDURES; DELINQUENT OF THE CITY CODE TO A DELINQUENCY CHARGE ACCOUNT IS CONSIDERED Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-411, RESCINDING RESOLUTION 96-22, AND ESTABLISHING A DISCOUNT PROGRAM FOR CITY UTILITY SERVICES INCLUDING WATER, WASTEWATER, SOLID WASTE AND/OR RECYCLING FOR QUALIFYING LOW INCOME RESIDENTS. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-412, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE PARKS DIVISION AND THE FORESTRY DIVISION OF THE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT AND AMENDING THE AFSCME AND ADMINISTRATIVE PAY PLANS. The Mayor noted the previously- announced vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the January 13 Council meeting. Moved and seconded to appoint Mark Anderson, 202 Linden Ct., to fill an unexpired term ending March 1, 2003 on the Airport Commission; and appoint T.J. Brandt, 1912 Rochester Ct., to the Bd. of Adjustment, to fill a five-year term ending January 1, 2003. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn 8:25 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. s/Naomi J. Novick, Mayor s/Marian K. Karr, City CI.er, k , ~ Submitted-for publication 12/24/97 Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 12/9/97 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. The Mayor proclaimed: City High Little Hawks Boys Cross Country Recognition Day - December 10, Coach Maresh and the Cross Country team accepted; West High Trojans Girls Cross Country Team Recognition Day - December 11, Coach Parker and the Cross Country team accepted; Regina Regals Boys Cross Country Team Recognition Day December 12, Coach Brown and the Cross Country team accepted. The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Grant Wood Elementary students: Kelsey Colbert, Shannon Triplett, and Eric Wilke. The Mayor proclaimed: Human Rights Recognition Day - December 10, Katy Hansen, United Nations Association accepted; Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month December, Lights on for Life Day December 19, Lifesavers' Weekend December 19-21, Lisa Stephens of MECCA accepted. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meeting of November 11 and the regular meeting of November 18, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Animal Control Advisory Bd. - September 18; Design Review Comm. - November 17; Historic Preservation Comm. - October Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 2 23; Historic Preservation Comm. November 4, November 10; Airport Comm. - October 16; Bd. of Adjustment - November 12; Bd. of Appeals - September 15. Revise the definition of grade as proposed by staff, noting that the amendment applies only to artificially-raised grade used to determine the height of the building. P&R Comm. - November 12; P&Z Comm. - November 6, November 20; PCRB - November 19; Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - October 15; Rules Comm. - November 20. Bd. of Appeals - October 6. Retain the wording of the local amendment to Section 904.2.8 of the Uniform Building Code which requires fire sprinklers in residential structures with three or more levels of residential occupancy and to return to the wording of the national code which requires fire sprinklers in residential structures with three or more levels of residential occupancy and to return to the wording of the national code which requires fire sprinklers in residential structures containing sixteen or more dwelling units. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Gabe's, 330 E. Washington St. Outdoor Service Area for Gabe's, 330 E. Washington St. Class C Liquor License for Sanctuary Restaurant, 405 S. Gilbert St. Class C Liquor License for Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe, 1411 S. Waterfront. Class B Beer Permit for Pizza Hut //402005, 1921 Keokuk St. RES. 97- 387, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for December 16 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for stabilization of the Montgomery-Butler house, located on the west side of N. Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River, directing the City Clerk to Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 3 publish notice of said hearing, and directing the Director of Planning and Community Development to place said plans on file for public inspection. Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $10,456,774.67 for the period of October 1 through October 31 as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Resolutions: RES. 97-388, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 920 SEVENTH AVENUE SOUTH, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 97- 389, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE WYLDE GREEN ROAD SANITARY SEWER PROJECT. RES. 97-390, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BROOKSIDE DRIVE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (PROJECT NO. BRM-3715(5)- 8N-52). RES. 97-391, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WILLOW STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. RES. 97-392, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH BUNCHER CO. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT HEINZ ROAD AND HIGHWAY 6. RES. 97- 393, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A DRAINAGE EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH JIM AND ANNE MURRAY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2007 WATERFRONT DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 97-394, APPROVING THE BY-LAWS OF THE POLICE CITIZEN'S REVIEW BOARD. RES. 97-395, APPROVING, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT AMONG THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, ROCK ISLAND DISTRICT; THE IOWA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER; AND THE CITY OF IOWA Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 4 CITY, IOWA; REGARDING CONSTRUCTION METHODS FOR THE IOWA RIVER POWER DAM IMPROVEMENTS TO TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION THE EFFECT OF THE CONSTRUCTION ON THE IOWA RIVER POWER DAM. RES. 97-396, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER DETENTION BASIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH STERLING HOUSE CORPORATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT SCOTT BOULEVARD AND LOWER WEST BRANCH ROAD. RES. 97-397, APPROVING, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT AMONG THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, ROCK ISLAND DISTRICT; THE IOWA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER; AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; REGARDING THE IOWA CITY WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS AND PROPERTY PURCHASED UNDER THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AS SUBMITTED TO THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION PURSUANT TO 36 CFR 800.6(a). Correspondence: Judy Pfohl, Neighborhood Council of Iowa City, regarding open space. Kathy Kasson and Karlyn Larson regarding the downtown tree. Bob Kemp regarding fountain sign. Brian Forrest, KRUI, regarding invitation for Face-Off. Allison McNeese regarding Hickory Hill Park. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner: (a) Lane Designation at Intersection of Iowa Avenue and Madison Street. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s):(a) Maintenance Worker I - Towing; (b) Maintenance Worker I - Transit; (c) Parking Cashier. Use of City Plaza, approved: Deirdre Castle, Holiday Kick-Off November 23 - December 31. Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 5 The Mayor declared the motion carried. Alberto Abreu, Council on the Status of Latino, 826 Rider St., thanked Council for their letter to TCI urging them to seek other alternatives to the partial removal of Univision, thanked staff for their assistance and urged Council to hold TCI accountable. Asst. City Mgr. Helling present for discussion. John-Paul (Chaisson), Commissioner of Latino Affairs/Department of Human Rights, introduced himself, encouraged Council to contact him with questions, and re- emphasized the importance of Univision to the area. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving the annexation of a 2.59 acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East. Moved and seconded to continue to December 16, a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by changing the zoning designation for a five acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East from County Rural (A1) (2.59 acres) and Rural Residential (RR-1) (2.41 acres) to RM- 20, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by amending Title 14, Chapter 6, 'Zoning,' Article B, 'Zoning Definitions," Section 2, by changing the definition of Transient Housing to increase the number of days persons are able to stay as temporary residents. A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting the Comprehensive Plan, including the South District Plan. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Harry Wolf, Southgate Development. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-398, ADOPTING THE 1997 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN INCLUDING THE SOUTH DISTRICT PLAN. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of a 2.81 acre tract, located southeast of the intersection of Iowa Highway I and Naples Avenue, from County CP-1, Planned Commercial, to C1-1, Intensive Commercial, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 6 voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 97-3812, AMENDING THE APPROVED PRELIMINARY SENSITIVE AREAS DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR LOT 53 OF WALDEN HILLS, LOCATED IN THE OSA-8, SENSITIVE AREAS OVERLAY ZONE, AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF ROHRET ROAD AND SHANNON DRIVE, TO ALLOW A 120- UNIT HOUSING FACILITY. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Bob Burns, General Partner Iowa City IHA Senior Housing Limited Partnership. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 97-3813, AMENDING THE ZONING CHAPTER BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 0.87 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF WESTSIDE DRIVE, SOUTH OF EARL ROAD, FROM RM-12, LOW DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, AND C1-1, INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL, TO CO-1, COMMERCIAL OFFICE, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from John Moreland, Smith-Moreland Construction. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-399, APPROVING PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT, SECOND ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-400, APPROVING PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF M & W ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. The following individuals appeared: Cecile Kuenzli; Historic Preservation Cornre. Chairman John Shaw, presented a Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 7 statement from the Commission urging RS-5 zoning for future development in the area; Ruedi Kuenzli, Historic Preservation Comm. Member for Summit St.; and Margaret Felling, Co-chair of Longfellow Neighborhood Assn. Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 97-3814, AMENDING TITLE 2, OF THE CITY CODE, THE HUMAN RIGHTS ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO ALLOW FOR ADMINISTRATIVE CLOSURES OF HUMAN RIGHTS COMPLAINTS THAT DO NOT WARRANT FURTHER INVESTIGATION, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, 'City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, ~Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties' of the City Code, to increase wastewater service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Bruce Glasgow. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, 'City Finances, Taxation, and Fees," Chapter 4, 'Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties' of the City Code, to increase water service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, 'City Finances, Taxation and fees,' Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and penalties' of the City Code, to add a delinquency charge of five percent to solid waste, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 14, entitled 'Unified Development Code,' Chapter 3, entitled 'City Utilities,' Article A, entitled 'General Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 8 Provisions,' Subsection 6, entitled 'Billing and Collection Procedures; Delinquent Accounts' of the City Code to authorize a delinquency charge when the account is considered delinquent, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 97-3815, AMENDING TITLE 8, ENTITLED 'POLICE REGULATIONS'; CHAPTER 7, ENTITLED 'WEAPONS', TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF BOWS, ARROWS AND CROSSBOWS WITHIN CITY LIMITS. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-401, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN EXTENSION AGREEMENT FOR FY97 PARATRANSlT SERVICE BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-402, RESOLUTION NAMING DEPOSITORIES. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 97-403, APPROVING THE DESIGN OF EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO THE SOUTH CLINTON STREET STREETSCAPE AND FACADE OF OLD CAPITOL MALL, PHASE II. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Human Rights Comm. one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the January 13 Council meeting. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending March 1, 2003. This appointment will be made at the December 16 Council meeting. Moved and seconded to appoint: Kevin Hanick (2 year), 1830 Friendship St. and Deborah Galbraith (1 Year), 1342 Oxford Place, as community representatives and Nancy Purington (3 year), 1706 Prairie du Chien Rd., and Lesley Wright (2 year), 402 Myrtle Ave., as art professionals on the Public Art Advisory Comm. all beginning January 1, 1998; appoint Tara Cronbaugh, 2314 Abbey Lane, to the Design Review Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending July 1, 1999, for a Business or Property Owner from the Central Business District or Near Southside Neighborhood. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to defer to December 16 an appointment to the Bd. of Official Council Actions December 9, 1997 page 9 Adjustment, to fill a five-year term ending January 1, 2003. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn 9:15 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council activities and disbursements is on file in the office of the City Clerk and Finance Department. s/Naomi J. Novick, Mayor s/Marian .K. Karr,~. Cl~_?~.,f~, Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES DECEMBER 9, 1997 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Holecek, Karr, Franklin, Kugler, Yucuis. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 97-164, Both Sides; 97-165, Side 1. The Mayor proclaimed: City High Little Hawks Boys Cross Country Recognition Day December 10, Coach Maresh and the Cross Country team accepted; West High Trojans Girls Cross Country Team Recognition Day - December 11, Coach Parker and the Cross Country team accepted; Regina Regals Boys Cross Country Team Recognition Day - December 12, Coach Brown and the Cross Country team accepted. The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Grant Wood Elementary students: Kelsey Colbert, Shannon Triplett, and Eric Wilke. The Mayor proclaimed: Human Rights Recognition Day - December 10, Katy Hansen, United Nations Association accepted; Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month - December, Lights on for Life Day - December 19, Lifesavers' Weekend - December 19-21, Lisa Stephens of MECCA accepted. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meeting of November 11 and the regular meeting of November 18, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Animal Control Advisory Bd. - September 18; Design Review Comm. - November 17; Historic Preservation Comm. - October 23; Historic Preservation Comm. - November 4, November 10; Airport Comm. - October 16; Bd. of Adjustment - November 12; Bd. of Appeals - September 15. Revise the definition of grade as proposed by staff, noting that the amendment applies only to artificially-raised grade used to determine the height of the building. P&R Comm. - November 12; P&Z Comm. - November 6, November 20; PCRB - November 19; Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - October 15; Rules Comm. - November 20. Bd. of Appeals - 10/6/97. Retain the wording of the local amendment to Section 904.2.8 of the Uniform Building Code which requires fire sprinklers in residential structures with three or more levels of residential occupancy and to return to the wording of the national code which requires fire sprinklers in residential structures with three or more levels of Council Activities December 9, 1997 page 2 residential occupancy and to return to the wording of the national code which requires fire sprinklers in residential structures containing sixteen or more dwelling units. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Gabe's, 330 E. Washington St. Outdoor Service Area for Gabe's, 330 E. Washington St. Class C Liquor License for Sanctuary Restaurant, 405 S. Gilbert St. Class C Liquor License for Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe, 1411 S. Waterfront. Class B Beer Permit for Pizza Hut #402005, 1921 Keokuk St. RES. 97-387, Bk. 118, p. 387, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for December 16 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for stabilization of the Montgomery-Butler house, located on the west side of N. Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River, directing the City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the Director of Planning and Community Development to place said plans on file for public inspection. Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $10,456,774.67 for the period of October 1 through October 31, 1997, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Resolutions, Bk. 118: RES. 97-388, p. 388, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 920 SEVENTH AVENUE SOUTH, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 97-389, Bk. 118, p. 389, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE WYLDE GREEN ROAD SANITARY SEWER PROJECT. RES. 97-390, p. 390, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BROOKSIDE DRIVE BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (PROJECT NO. BRM-3715(5)-8N-52). RES. 97-391, p. 391, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WILLOW STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. RES. 97-392, p. 392, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH BUNCHER CO. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT HEINZ ROAD AND HIGHWAY 6. RES. 97-393, p. 393, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A DRAINAGE EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH JIM AND ANNE MURRAY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2007 WATERFRONT DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 97-394, p. 394, APPROVING THE BY-LAWS OF THE POLICE CITIZEN'S REVIEW BOARD. RES. 97-395, p. 395, APPROVING, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT AMONG THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, ROCK ISLAND DISTRICT; THE IOWA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER; AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; REGARDING CONSTRUCTION METHODS FOR THE IOWA RIVER POWER DAM IMPROVEMENTS TO TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION THE EFFECT OF THE CONSTRUCTION ON THE IOWA RIVER POWER DAM. RES. 97-396, p. 396, AUTHORIZING THE Council Activities December 9, 1997 page 3 MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER DETENTION BASIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH STERLING HOUSE CORPORATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT SCOTT BOULEVARD AND LOWER WEST BRANCH ROAD. RES. 97-397, p. 397, APPROVING, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT AMONG THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, ROCK ISLAND DISTRICT; THE IOWA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER; AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA; REGARDING THE IOWA CITY WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS AND PROPERTY PURCHASED UNDER THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AS SUBMITTED TO THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION PURSUANT TO 36 CFR 800.6(a). Correspondence: Judy Pfohl, Neighborhood Council of Iowa City, regarding open space. Kathy Kasson and Karlyn Larson regarding the downtown tree. Bob Kemp regarding fountain sign. Brian Forrest, KRUI, regarding invitation for Face-Off. Allison McNeese regarding Hickory Hill Park. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner: (a) Lane Designation at Intersection of Iowa Avenue and Madison Street. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s):(a) Maintenance Worker I - Towing; (b) Maintenance Worker I - Transit; (c) Parking Cashier. Use of City Plaza, approved: Deirdre Castle, Holiday Kick-Off - November 23 - December 31. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Alberto Abreu, Council on the Status of Latino, 826 Rider St., thanked Council for their letter to TCI urging them to seek other alternatives to the partial removal of Univision, thanked staff for their assistance and urged Council to hold TCI accountable. Asst. City Mgr. Helling present for discussion. John-Paul (Chaisson), Commissioner of Latino Affairs/Department of Human Rights, introduced himself, encouraged Council to contact him with questions, and re- emphasized the importance of Univision to the area. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving the annexation of a 2.59 acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East (Moose). No one appeared. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to continue to December 16, a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by changing the zoning designation for a five acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East from County Rural (A1) (2.59 acres) and Rural Residential (RR-1) (2.41 acres) to RM-20, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential (Moose). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by amending Title 14, Chapter 6, 'Zoning," Article B, "Zoning Definitions," Section 2, by changing the definition of Transient Housing to increase the number of days persons are able to stay as temporary residents. No one appeared. Council Activities December 9, 1997 page 4 A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting the Comprehensive Plan, including the South District Plan. The Mayor noted proposed Council amendments as presented in PCD Director Franklin's memo of December 9. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Harry Wolf, Southgate Development. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 97-398, Bk. 118, p. 398, ADOPTING THE 1997 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN INCLUDING THE SOUTH DISTRICT PLAN, as amended. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Council noted the staff and committee efforts involved in the Plan. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of a 2.81 acre tract, located southeast of the intersection of Iowa Highway 1 and Naples Avenue, from County CP-1, Planned Commercial, to C1-1, Intensive Commercial (Miller), be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 97-3812, Bk. 40, p. 50, AMENDING THE APPROVED PRELIMINARY SENSITIVE AREAS DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR LOT 53 OF WALDEN HILLS, LOCATED IN THE OSA-8, SENSITIVE AREAS OVERLAY ZONE, AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF ROHRET ROAD AND SHANNON DRIVE, TO ALLOW A 120-UNIT HOUSING FACILITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Bob Burns, General Partner Iowa City IHA Senior Housing Limited Partnership. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 97-3813, Bk. 40, p. 51, AMENDING THE ZONING CHAPTER BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 0.87 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF WESTSIDE DRIVE, SOUTH OF EARL ROAD, FROM RM-12, LOW DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, AND C1-1, INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL, TO CO-1, COMMERCIAL OFFICE, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Council Activities December 9, 1997 page 5 Vanderhoef, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, to accept correspondence from John Moreland, Smith-Moreland Construction. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 97-399, Bk. 118, p. 399, APPROVING PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT, SECOND ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 97-400, Bk. 118, p. 400, APPROVING PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF M & W ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. The following individuals appeared: Cecile Kuenzli; Historic Preservation Commission Chairman John Shaw, presented a statement from the Commission urging RS-5 zoning for future development in the area; Ruedi Kuenzli, Historic Preservation Commission Member for Summit St.; and Margaret Felling, Co-chair of Longfellow Neighborhood Assn. PCD Director Franklin and Acting City Atty. Holecek present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Lehman, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 97-3814, Bk. 40, p. 52, AMENDING TITLE 2, OF THE CITY CODE, THE HUMAN RIGHTS ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO ALLOW FOR ADMINISTRATIVE CLOSURES OF HUMAN RIGHTS COMPLAINTS THAT DO NOT WARRANT FURTHER INVESTIGATION, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Baker. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase wastewater service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for consideration. Finance Director Yucuis present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Thornberry, to accept correspondence from Bruce Glasgow. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation, and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase water service charges Council Activities December 9, 1997 page 6 and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending Title 3, 'City Finances, Taxation and fees," Chapter 4, 'Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and penalties" of the City Code, to add a delinquency charge of five percent to solid waste, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Baker, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance amending Title 14, entitled "Unified Development Code," Chapter 3, entitled "City Utilities," Article A, entitled UGeneral Provisions," Subsection 6, entitled "Billing and Collection Procedures; Delinquent Accounts" of the City Code to authorize a delinquency charge when the account is considered delinquent, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 97-3815, Bk. 40, p. 53, AMENDING TITLE 8, ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS"; CHAPTER 7, ENTITLED "WEAPONS", TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF BOWS, ARROWS AND CROSSBOWS WITHIN CITY LIMITS. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Nays: Baker. Absent: Nay. Absent: None. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 97-401, Bk. 118, p. 401, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN EXTENSION AGREEMENT FOR FY97 PARATRANSlT SERVICE BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY (to December 31, 1997). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 97-402, Bk. 118, p. 40:2, RESOLUTION NAMING DEPOSITORIES. Finance Director Yucuis present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 97-403, Bk. 118, p. 403, APPROVING THE DESIGN OF EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO THE SOUTH CLINTON STREET STREETSCAPE AND FACADE OF OLD CAPITOL MALL, PHASE II. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the January 13 Council meeting. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending March 1, 2003. This appointment will be made at the December 16 Council meeting. Council Activities December 9, 1997 page 7 Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, to appoint: Kevin Hanick (2 year), 1830 Friendship St. and Deborah Galbraith (1 Year), 1342 Oxford Place, as community representatives and Nancy Purington (3 year), 1706 Prairie du Chien Rd., and Lesley Wright (2 year), 402 Myrtle Ave., as art professionals on the Public Art Advisory Comm. all beginning January 1, 1998; appoint Tara Cronbaugh, 2314 Abbey Lane, to the Design Review Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending July 1, 1999, for a Business or Property Owner from the Central Business District or Near Southside Neighborhood. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman to defer to December 16 an appointment to the 8d. of Adjustment, to fill a five-year term ending January 1, 2003. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Council Members present. Council Member Norton stated he had a number of items to discuss with the City Manager including the Dodge Street Bridge and would meet with him privately. Council Member Lehman noted the lights in the alleys and stated it was an improvement; acknowledged the success of the free shuttle bus; and stated all Coralville and Iowa City buses would be free on Saturdays during December. Council Member Vanderhoef requested information on CAMBUS ridership on the North Side. Staff will follow-up. Council Member Vanderhoef reported on a workshop she attended on the public art program in Philadelphia while attending a recent National League of Cities meeting. Council Member Baker stated that due to scheduling conflicts he would be unable to attend the Council meeting of December 15 and 16 and therefore this would be his last meeting. Baker thanked staff, community leaders, and family for their support. Mayor Novick thanked Council Member Baker for his work. Acting City Atty. Holecek updated Council on City Atty. Dilkes and her new son, Joey. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to adjourn 9:15 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Naomi J. Novick, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES DECEMBER 16, 1997 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: Baker. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Holecek, Karr, Franklin, Yucuis, Karr, Shank, Craig, Boothroy, Neumann, Kopping. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 97-165, Side 2; 97-167, Side 1. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Shimek Elementary students: Megan Gatens, Laura Houghton, Scott Knight. Council recognized new Board/Commission Members as follows: Bd. of Appeals - Gary Haman, John Roffman; Bd. of Library Trustees - Linda Dellsperger; Design Review Comm. - Tara Cronbaugh; Human Rights Comm. - Joan Jehle, Diane Martin, Arthur Vincent, Jr.; P&R Comm. Barbara Endel, Bruce Maurer; PCRB - Leah Cohen, Patricia Farrant, Paul Hoffey, Margaret Raymond, John Watson; Public Art Advisory Comm. - Deborah Galbraith, Kevin Hanick, Nancy Purington, Lesley Wright; Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - Cortney Daniels, Dan Mascal, Lynn Rose; Sr. Center Comm. Chevalier Monsanto, Deborah Schoenfelder, Kathryn Wallace. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Housing & Community Development Comm. - October 16. Bd. of Appeals - November 3. Bd. of Library Trustees - November 30. PCRB - December 4. Adopt PCRB Bylaws as recommended by Rules Committee. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Jirsa's, 819 First Ave. Class C Beer Permit for Petro-n-Provisions, 2 Escort Lane. Class E Beer Permit for The Cellar, 116 S. Linn St. Class E Liquor License for The Cellar, 116 S. Linn St. RES. 97-404, Bk. 118, p. 404, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 97-405, Bk. 118, p. 405, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for January 13 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CAPTAIN IRISH PARKWAY PHASE I IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions, Bk. 118: RES. 97-406, p. 406, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT FOR COURT PARK SUBDIVISION, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE. RES. 97-407, p. 407, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, WATER MAIN, TILE LINE AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR SOUTH POINTE Council Activities December 16, 1997 page 2 ADDITION, PART 6, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 97-408, p. 408, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY, PERMANENT EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF COURT STREET EXTENDED, PHASE 1 IMPROVEMENTS. RES. 97-409, p. 409, APPROVING A JOINT AGREEMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND COOPERATION WITH RESPECT TO ALLOCATION AND DIVISION OF PROPERTY TAXES FOR INDUSTRIAL NEW JOBS TRAINING PROGRAMS. Correspondence: Holly Hart regarding the Downtown Shuttle. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding removal of Bus Loading Zone in 100 Block of Clinton St. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Enforcement Attendant. Melrose Ave. Neighborhood Assn. regarding the Melrose Ave. Project. Deborah Galbraith regarding her appointment to the Public Art Advisory Comm. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set. Bebe Ballantyne, Senior Center Commissioner, updated Council on activities at the Center. Steve Kanner, 1033 E. Washington St., appeared regarding the downtown Christmas tree; Greyhound Bus station; and the Cit¥'s free shuttle bus. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to set a public hearing for January 13 on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article L, entitled "Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions," to provide for temporary use permits to allow short-term activities, such as special events or seasonal outdoor storage and sales. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, to set a public hearing for January 13 on an ordinance amending the Building Code and Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article B, entitled "Zoning Definitions," to change the definition of GRADE. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to defer to January 13, a resolution approving the annexation of a 2.59 acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East (Moose Lodge). PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by changing the zoning designation for a five acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East from County Rural (A1) (2.59 acres) and Rural Residential (RR-1) (2.41 acres) to RM-20, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential (Moose Lodge). Atty. Ralph Neuzil, 2520 Mayfield Road, appeared representing the Moose Lodge. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by changing the zoning designation for a five acre tract located at 3151 Highway 6 East from County Rural (A1) (2.59 acres) and Rural Residential (RR-1) (2.41 acres) to RM-20, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential (Moose Council Activities December 16, 1997 page 3 Lodge), be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Chapter by amending Title 14, Chapter 6, "Zoning," Article B, UZoning Definitions," Section 2, by changing the definition of Transient Housing to increase the number of days persons are able to stay as temporary residents, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt ORD. 97-3816, Bk. 40, p. 54, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 3.37 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF IOWA HIGHWAY I AND NAPLES AVENUE, FROM COUNTY CP-1, PLANNED COMMERCIAL, TO C1-1, INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (Miller). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to defer to January 13, a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of a resubdivision of lot 7, WB Development; and a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of a resubdivision of outlot A, WB Development. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for Stabilization of the Montgomery-Butler House, located on the west side of N. Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River. Joni Kinsey, 423 Church St., President of Board of Friends of Historic Preservation, appeared. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 97-410, Bk. 118, p. 410, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE MONTGOMERY-BUTLER HOUSE STABILIZATION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 97-3817, Bk. 40, p. 55, AMENDING TITLE 3, "CITY FINANCES, TAXATION AND FEES," CHAPTER 4, "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES" OF THE CITY CODE, TO INCREASE WASTEWATER SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES IN IOWA CITY, IOWA (by 10%). Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, to adopt ORD. 97-3818, Bk. 40, p. 56, AMENDING TITLE 3, "CITY FINANCES, TAXATION, AND FEES," CHAPTER 4, "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES, AND PENALTIES" OF THE CITY CODE, TO INCREASE WATER SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES IN IOWA Council Activities December 16, 1997 page 4 CITY, IOWA (by 15%). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 97-3819, Bk. 40, p. 57, AMENDING TITLE 3, ~CITY FINANCES, TAXATION AND FEES," CHAPTER 4, "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES" OF THE CITY CODE, TO ADD A DELINQUENCY CHARGES OF FIVE PERCENT TO SOLID WASTE. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Nays: Kubby. Absent: Baker. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt ORD. 97-3820, Bk. 40, p. 58, AMENDING TITLE 14, ENTITLED uUNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED uCITY UTILITIES," ARTICLE A, ENTITLED "GENERAL PROVISIONS," SUBSECTION 6, ENTITLED "BILLING AND COLLECTION PROCEDURES; DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS" OF THE CITY CODE TO AUTHORIZE A DELINQUENCY CHARGE WHEN THE ACCOUNT IS CONSIDERED DELINQUENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 97-411, Bk. 118, p. 411, RESCINDING RESOLUTION 96-22, AND ESTABLISHING A DISCOUNT PROGRAM FOR CITY UTILITY SERVICES INCLUDING WATER, WASTEWATER, SOLID WASTE AND/OR RECYCLING FOR QUALIFYING LOW INCOME RESIDENTS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 97-412, Bk. 118, p. 412, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE PARKS DIVISION AND THE FORESTRY DIVISION OF THE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT AND AMENDING THE AFSCME AND ADMINISTRATIVE PAY PLANS (delete Park Superintendent position and City Forester position; add Superintendent of Parks/Forestry/CBD, Sr. Maintenance Worker and Clerk Typist; reclassify Sr. Maintenance Worker). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the January 13 Council meeting. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, to appoint Mark Anderson, 202 Linden Ct., to fill an unexpired term ending March 1, 2003 on the Airport Commission; and appoint T.J. Brandt, 1912 Rochester Ct., to the Bd. of Adjustment, to fill a five-year term ending January 1, 2003. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Council Member Vanderhoef wished everyone Happy Holidays and reported on the Convention and Visitors Bureau meeting held earlier in the day honoring its volunteers. Council Activities December 16, 1997 page 5 Council Member Thornberry echoed Happy Holiday greetings and thanked Mayor Novick for her help over the past two years. Council Member Kubby said Good-bye to departing Council Members Baker and Novick. Kubby stated she may not be at her office hours on December 17 or 18 due to family business. Council Member Norton thanked Mayor Novick and best wishes to both her and Council Member Baker. Norton referenced the update on Cliffs (apartments) stabilization project and his hope the matter was finally resolved. Norton reported on his attendance (in the absence of Council Member Thornberry) at recent United Way budget hearings and the ceremony acknowledging the restoration of the Byron Burford mural in City High's Auditorium. Norton noted a recent newspaper ad comparing the cost of parking in New York City, Chicago, and Iowa City and suggested other similar ads noting improvements in the Downtown. Council Member Lehman listed City accomplishments during Mayor Novick term as Mayor and Council Member, and presented her with a plaque, a picture of the downtown pedestrian mall, and a dozen roses. Acting City Atty. Holecek reported that the City has received the report from Terracon concerning the Cliffs stabilization project, noting it was in substantial compliance. Mayor Novick thanked Council, staff, and the public. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to adjourn 8:25 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Naomi J. Novick, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk