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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-05-20 Public hearingNOTICE OF PUBLIC DISCUSSION Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Iowa City will hold public discussion on the 20th day of May, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City of Iowa City, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, Iowa, on a ordinance which amends the City Code by setting forth a list of prohibited and restricted animals; requires pet shops, animal acts or exhibitions, kennels, breeders, and owners of restricted animals to comply with certain minimum regulations and obtain permits; and prohibits pigeon and dove lofts. Persons interested in expressing their views concerning this matter, either verbally or in writing, will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. Prepared by: Misha Goodman-Herbst, Animal Shelter Supervisor, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5295 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 8, ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS", CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "GENERAL ANIMAL REGULATIONS", SECTIONS 1,3, AND 4; AND TITLE 8, ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS", CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "PET ANIMAL CONTROL", SECTIONS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, AND 12 OF THE CITY CODE TO PROVIDE NEW REGULATIONS REGARDING ANIMALS. WHEREAS, it is in the public interest, health and safety to prohibit and restrict certain animals within the City; to set forth certain minimum regulations regarding pet shops, animal acts or exhibitions, kennels, breeders, and restricted animals; and to prohibit future pigeon lofts and regulate current pigeon lofts. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA: SECTION I. Section 8-3-1 is hereby amended by deleting the definition of "Exotic Animals". SECTION II. Section 8-3-3, entitled "Cruelty to Animals", is hereby deleted and a new Section 8-3-3, entitled "Animal Neglect", is hereby' added, to read as follows: A. No person shall neglect, abandon, abuse, torture, torment, mutilate, overwork, overload, beat, kill or cause the death of any animal by any means which causes unjustified pain, distress, or suffering or fail to provide any animal with adequate care, food, water, exercise, sanitation, space, indoor and outdoor shelter or veterinary care; nor shall any person transport any animal in or upon any area of a vehicle which is not enclosed unless the animal is tethered or restrained in such a manner as to prevent the animal from being thrown from the vehicle. 13, 1. A law enforcement or animal control officer, after consulting with a veterinarian licensed pursuant to Chapter 169, Ordinance No. Page 2 Code of Iowa, may rescue a neglected animal as provided in this section. The officer may enter onto private property to rescue a neglected animal if the officer obtains a search warrant issued by a court or enters onto the premises in a manner consistent with the laws of State of Iowa and the United States, including Article I, section 8, of the Constitution of the State of Iowa, and the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. 2. If an animal is rescued pursuant to this section, the City shall provide for the maintenance of the neglected animal at the City shelter. The City may contract with an animal care provider for the maintenance of the neglected animal. The City shall post a notice in a conspicuous place at the location where the animal was rescued. The notice shall state that the animal has been rescued by the City pursuant to this section and Section 717B.5, Code of Iowa. The City shall pay the animal care provider for the animal's maintenance regardless of proceeds received from the sale of the animal or any reimbursement ordered by a court pursuant to section 717B.4, Code of Iowa. 3. The animal shall be subject to disposition as required by a court pursuant to Section 717B.4, Code of Iowa. C. The disposition of a neglected animal rescued by the City shall occur as provided in Section 717B.4, Code of Iowa. SECTION III. Section 8-3-4 is hereby amended by deleting subparagraph F, entitled "Exotic Animals". SECTION IV. Title 8, Chapter 4, entitled "Pet Animal Control" is hereby amended as follows: A. The title of Chapter z~ is amended by substituting the title "Animal Control" for "Pet Animal Control". B. The title of Section 8-4-5 is amended by substituting the title "Nuisances" for "Pet Nuisances". C. The definition of "Pet Animal" is hereby deleted from Section 8-4-1. D. The word 'ipet" is hereby deleted from the following sections: 8-4-2A, 8-z~-2C, 8-4-3E(3), 8-4-Z~A(1 ), 8-4-4C, 8-4-5A, 8-4-5C, 8-4-5D, 8-4-5E, 8-4-8B, 8-4-8C, 8-4-8D(1), 8- 4-8F, 8-4-8G(1), and 8-4-8G(2). Ordinance No. Page 3 SECTION V. Section 8-4-1, entitled "Definitions" is hereby amended to read as follows: DEFINITIONS: As used in this Chapter, the following definitions shall apply: Animal: Any living creature, domestic or wild, except a human being. Animal Acts or Exhibitions: Any display containing one or more live animals which are exposed to public view for entertainment, instruction, or advertisement. Boarding Kennel: Any commercial place or establishment, other than the municipal animal shelter, where dogs or cats or other animals not owned by the proprietor, owner, or person in possession of the premises are sheltered, fed, watered and generally cared for in return for consideration or a fee. Breeder: Any person who causes the breeding of a male or female dog or cat, or makes or allows a dog or cat to be available for breeding, or any person who offers to sell a puppy or kitten that is a direct offspring of their adult dog or cat. All breeders must possess a valid permit issued by the Division of Animal Control. Cat Kennel: Any lot, building, structure, enclosure or premises where five (5) or more cats over the age of four (z~) months are kept or maintained. Circus: An event or performance which charges members of the public an admission fee to watch trained lions, tigers, elephants, or other animals perform under the whip or command of a ringmaster, trainer, or handler. City Pound: Any public animal shelter or pound established or maintained by the City which may include any private or charitable organization or facility leased by the City or with whom the City has a contractual agreement for impoundment services. Commercial Kennel: A place or establishment where the owner or employees perform groom- ing or training services for dogs or cats in return for a consideration or fee. Defilement: To foul, dirty, pollute or make filthy, either by the pet animal's body or wastes or by the animal carrying or dragging any foul material. Do.q Kennel: Any lot, building, structure, enclosure, or premises where four (z~) or more dogs over the age of four (4) months are kept or maintained. Do.q or Cat Show: Any place where dogs or cats are being exhibited and/or judged. Ordinance No. · Page 4 Guard/Attack Do.q: A dog trained to attack persons upon the command of its master or custodian or upon the actions of an individual. Leash: A rope, line, thong, chain or other similar restraint, not more than six feet (6') in length, of sufficient strength to hold the animal in check. Livestock: an animal belonging to the bovine, capfine, equine, ovine, or porcine species; ostriches, rheas, emus; farm deer, as defined in Section 481A.1, Code of Iowa; or poultry. Molest: Includes not only biting and scratching a human or other animal, but also any annoy- ance, interference with or meddling with any such human or animal. Motion Picture, Television, or Theatrical Performance: Any place or performance where one or more animals are used in the production of any motion picture, television, radio or theatrical performance, whether for entertain- ment, instruction, or advertising. Owner: In addition to its ordinary meaning, includes any person who owns, keeps or harbors an animal. Pet Shop: Any place of business or other commercial establishment where animals are bought, sold, exchanged, or offered for sale. Pigeon or Dove Loft: Any cage, loft, or enclosure where five (6) or more pigeons or doves are kept or maintained. Private Property: All buildings and other property owned by a private person, including buildings, yards and service and parking areas. Prohibited Animals: The following genus/species of animals are hereby declared to be prohibited: (1) Canidae within the order Carnivora (e.g., wolves, wolf-dog hybrids which are at least fifty percent (§0%) wolf, coyotes, coyote-dog hybrids which are at least fifty percent (50%) coyote, foxes, jackals), but excluding Canis Familliaris, the domestic dog. (2) Felidae within the order Carnivora (e.g., lions, tigers, jaguars, leopards, cougars, lynx, ocelots, bobcats, jungle cats), but excluding Felis domesfica, the domestic cat. (3) Procyonidae within the order Carnivora (e.g., coatis, pandas, raccoons, Procynonids). (4) Ursidae of the order Carnivora (e.g., black bears, brown bears, grizzly bears, polar bears). (5) Chiroptera (e.g., bats). Ordinance No. Page 5 (6) Cetacea (e.g., whales, dolphins, porpoises). (7) Pinnipedia (e.g., seals, sea lions, walrus). (8) Sirenia (e.g., sea cows, manatees). (9) Primates, including all families, (e.g., Cebidae, Cercopithecidae, Callithricedae, Pongidae, Lemuridae, Lorisidae, Tarsiidae, 0olobinae, Hylobatidae, Pongidae; (e.g. monkeys, baboons, marmosets, tamarins, capuchin, chimpanzees, orangutah, gorillas, apes)). (10) Formicidae within the order Hymenoptera(e.g., fire ants). (11) Apidae; specifically Africanized strains of the Apis Nlellifera honey bee. (12) Proboscidea, Hyracoidea, Tubulidentata (e.g., elephants, hyraxes, aardvarks). (13) Edenrata, Pholidota (e.g., anteaters, sloths, armadillos). (14) Marsupialia (e.g., kangaroos, wallabies, koala), except for sugar gliders. (15) Crocodylidae of the order Squamata (e.g., crocodiles, alligators, caimans, gavials). (16) Helodermatidae of the order Squamata (e.g., gila monsters, heeded lizards). (17) Crotalidae, Viperidae, Elapidae, Opisthoglyphous Colubridae, and all other orders which include poisonous or venomous reptiles (e.g., rattlesnakes, vipers, corals, copperheads, cottonmouths, moccasins, sea snakes, puff aders, malagasy hognoses). (18) Eunectes of the order Squamata (e.g., green anaconda). (19) Python Sebae, Python Reticulatus, Python Molorus, Morelia Amethystina of the order Squamata. (20) Venomous Spiders of the families Teridiiae and Loxoscelidae respectively, and scorpions of the order Scorpiones, excluding pandinus imperator (emperor scorpion). (21) All wild animals indigenous to the State of Iowa, as defined in Chapter 481A, Code of Iowa. Public Property: Buildings, right of way or other public property owned or dedicated to the use of the City and other governmental entities. Restricted Animals: The following genus/species of animals are hereby declared to be restricted: (1) Ferrets. (2) Iguana iguana, lizards of the order of Chamaeleontidae, and lizards of the genus Varanus and species Ordinance No. Page 6 Komodoensis, Salvadorii, Salvator, Niloticus, Albigularis, and Indicus. (3) Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pigs (also subject to zoning requirements). Ostriches, Emus, Rheas, and Peafowls (also subject to zoning requirements). (5) Artiodactyla and Camelidae, including camels, alpacas, llamas, and vicuna (also subject to zoning requirements). (6) Sugar gliders. (7) Other small livestock-type animals (also subject to zoning requirements). Rodeo: A contest, exhibition or competition which charges members of the public an admission fee to watch the skill of contestants or entrants in horsemanship where lassoing is performed involving cattle, horses, bulls, goats, pigs, and wild bovine and/or where contestants ride wild bulls or wild horses for public entertainment, Veterinarian: A person duly licensed by the State of Iowa to practice veterinary medicine. Veterinary Hospital: An establishment regularly maintained and operated by a veterinarian for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries to animals and which may board animals. SECTION Vl. Title 8, Chapter z~, Section 2A is hereby amended to read as follows: It shall be the duty of the Director of the Animal Control Facility ("Director"), together with animal control personnel, to enforce the provisions of the Chapter and animal-related regulations of the Code of Iowa, as amended, and to impound any animal found running at large as defined herein or neglected as provided in Section 8-3-3 of this Code. The animal control personnel shall provide adequate and wholesome food for animals impounded, shall provide careful and humane treatment toward such animals and shall also provide for the disposition of animals in a manner deemed appropriate by the City. SECTION VII. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 2B is hereby amended to read as follows: The personnel of the Division of Animal Control of the City of Iowa City are designated as the official agents of the City for the purpose of issuing animal licenses and permits, and collecting fees pursuant to this Chapter. SECTION VIII. Title 8, Chapter z~, Section 3B is hereby amended to read as follows: Ordinance No. Page 7 Every owner of a dog or cat over the age of four (4) months shall procure a City animal license each calendar year or within thirty (30) days of the animal being brought into the City. SECTION IX. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 3C(1) is hereby amended to read as follows: At the time of making application for a City license, the owner shall furnish to the City a veterinarian's certificate showing that the dog or cat for which the license is sought has been vaccinated against rabies virus and that such vaccination will not expire within six (6) months from the date the license is issued. In order to take advantage of the lower rate for neutered animals, the owner shall, at the time application is made for an animal license, present a certificate of neutering signed by a veterinarian containing a description of the animal, its call name and date of neutering, if known. Such certificate may be used in subsequent license applications. SECTION X. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 3E(5) is hereby amended by deleting the word "duplicate" and replacing it with the word "replacement". SECTION XI. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 31, entitled "Exceptions", is hereby amended to read as follows: Exceptions: The licensing provisions of this Chapter shall not be applied to animals whose owners are nonresidents temporarily within the City or animals brought into the City for the purposed of participating in any animal show. Owners of animals which are trained to assist them with their disabilities shall not be charged a fee to license said animals, although said animals are still otherwise subject to the licensing provisions of this Chapter. SECTION XII. Title 8, Chapter z~, Section 5B, entitled "Noisy Animals", is hereby amended to read as follows: No person shall cause or allow any animal under their care, charge, custody, or control to emit any noise which annoys, disturbs, offends, or unreasonably interferes with the comfortable enjoyment of life or property of the neighborhood or general public. The provisions of this section shall not apply to a commercial establishment which is permitted pursuant to the Zoning Code. Ordinance No. Page 8 SECTION Xlll. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 6 is amended to read as follows: A. No person shall keep or maintain an animal declared to be prohibited under this Chapter. Notwithstanding this provision: 1. Indigenous wildlife rehabilitators who possess required United States Fish and Wildlife permits, required Iowa State Department of National Resources permits, and a valid permit issued by the Division of Animal Control of the City of Iowa City may maintain prohibited wildlife for rehabilitation purposes. 2. A prohibited animal which is properly and appropriately restrained may be transported to a veterinarian for emergency medical care or treatment and may remain within the confines of the veterinary clinic or hospital as long as the animal is receiving medical treatment. B. No person shall keep or maintain an animal declared to be a restricted animal under this Chapter without a valid permit issued by the Division of Animal Control of the City of Iowa City. C. Pigeon lofts and dove lofts are prohibited within the City. Notwithstanding this provision, any person who owns or operates a pigeon and/or dove loft within the City prior to July 1, 1997 may continue to operate such pigeon and/or dove loft subject to the following restrictions: 1. As of July 1, 1997, pigeon and dove lofts shall not house more than forty (40) pigeons and/or doves at any one time. 2. As of July 1, 2000, pigeon and dove lofts shall not house more than thirty (30) pigeons and/or doves at any one time. 3. The exemption for persons who own or operate pigeon and dove lofts within the City as of July 1, 1997 shall not be transferable to another person or another property. D. Animals at Large Prohibited: 1. No animal shall be found at large within the City at any time. A properly li- censed animal shall not be deemed at large if: a. It is tethered or on the enclosed premises of the owner; or b. It is tethered or on the enclosed premises of another person with the knowledge and consent of that person; or c. It is under the control of a person competent to restrain the animal, either by leash or properly restrained Ordinance No. Page 9 within a motor vehicle or enclosed within a structure. 2. Notwithstanding the provisions of this subsection, any animal shall be deemed at large at any time when the animal is attacking humans, other animals, or destroying property or is on any public property, except when under restraint as set forth above. In addition, any female animal in estrus shall be deemed at large at any time, except: a. When housed in a building completely enclosed; or b. When housed in a veterinary hospital or boarding kennel licensed or regis- tered with the State; or c. When on the premises of the owner, provided the area in which such animal is located is completely enclosed by a fence or other structure having a height of at least sixty inches (60"); or d. When under the control of a person competent to restrain the animal, either by leash or properly restrained within a motor vehicle. E. On Private Property: No animal shall be taken, allowed or permitted on private property not owned by the owner of the animal without the permission of the person owning such property or the person in possession or control thereof. F. In Food Establishments: No animal shall be allowed, taken or permitted on or in any building, store, restaurant or tavern where food or food products are sold, prepared or dis- pensed to humans other than the owners thereof, except for animals properly trained and certified to assist persons with disabilities while such animals are acting in such capacity, G. Tying Animals: No animal or livestock shall be tied by any person to a utility pole, parking meter, building, structure, fence, sign, tree, shrub, bush, newspaper or advertising rack or other object on public property or tied on private property without the consent of the owner or person in possession or control thereof or tied in such a manner as to intrude onto a public sidewalk or street or inhibit legal entry onto property, except for animals properly trained and certified to assist persons with disabilities while such animals are acting in such capacity, H. Solid Waste Removal: Any person who shall walk an animal on public or private property shall provide for the disposal of the solid waste Ordinance No. Page 10 material excreted by the animal by immediate removal of the waste, except for animals properly trained and certified to assist persons with disabilities while such animals are acting in such capacity. I. Pet shops displaying, selling, or transferring turtles, tortoises or iguanas must display in public view a notice of warning regarding the transmission of Salmonella. SECTION XIV. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 8C, entitled "Notice of Impoundment", is hereby amended to read as follows: Not later than two (2) calendar days after the impoundment of any animal the owner, if known, shall be notified of such impoundment. SECTION XV. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 9, entitled "Fees", is hereby amended to read as follows: FEES: The following animal fees shall be set by resolution of the City Council: permits, delinquent permit fees, licenses, delinquent license fees, boarding of impounded animals, owner reclamation of impounded animals, adoption of impounded animals, and for acceptance of animals voluntarily surrendered for adoption or disposal. SECTION XVI. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 11, entitled "Owner's Responsibility", is hereby deleted and a new Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 11, entitled "Responsibility of Owners" is hereby added, to read as follows: The owner of an animal shall be responsible for obtaining licenses, permits, and vaccinations and for the care and control of any such animal as defined Section 8-4-5 of this ChaPter. The owner shall be prima facie responsible for any violation of Section 8-4-6 of this Chapter by any animal owned by said owner. SECTION XVII. Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 12, entitled "Penalties", is hereby renumbered as Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 13. SECTION XVIII. Title 8, Chapter 4 is hereby amended by adding a new Section 1 2, entitled "Permit Required", to read as follows: A. No person shall, keep, maintain, conduct or operate within the City of Iowa City any animal act or exhibition which charges a fee for admission, cat or dog kennel, cat or dog show, pet shop, restricted animal, boarding kennel, commercial kennel, motion picture, television or Ordinance No. Page 1 1 theatrical performance where an animal is used, circus, rodeo, or breed animals without first obtaining a permit therefore from the Division of Animal Control of the City of Iowa City. Prior approval from Housing or Zoning Departments may also be necessary. B. 1. Each application for a permit hereunder shall be in writing upon a form to be furnished by the Division of Animal Control. 2. All permits issued by the Division of Animal Control shall automatically expire one year from the date of issue, unless revoked or suspended. 3. Within thirty days after the expiration of any permit, the permittee shall apply for and secure a renewal of the permit in the manner provided for in this Chapter. Failure to renew a permit within the time herein provided shall result in a delinquent fee, in addition to the regular permit fee, as set by the City Council. All applicants shall be furnished with permit rules and regulations at the time the application is made. Permit rules and regulations shall be approved by resolution of the City Council. 4. All permits issued to commercial kennels, pet shops, boarding kennels, circuses, and rodeos shall be kept posted in a conspicuous place. C. Upon the filing of an application for a permit or renewal thereof, the Division of Animal Control may make such investigation and inspection of the animal, and the premises where the animal will be kept, as it deems proper within the law. The Division of Animal Control shall then issue a permit to an applicant unless it finds: 1. The keeping of the animal at the place set forth in the application and the conduct or operation of the business for which the permit is requested will violate any law or ordinance of this City, or any law of the State of Iowa; or 2. The keeping of the animal at the place set forth in the application and the conduct or operation of the business for which the permit is requested will constitute a danger to the health, peace or safety of the community; or 3. The applicant has failed to provide any animal in his or her possession, care, or control with adequate food, drink, shelter, or protection; or 4. The premises and establishment where the animal is to be kept is not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition; or 5. The applicant has failed to protect any animal in his or her possession, care, or control Ordinance No. Page 12 from needless suffering, torment, cruelty, abuse, or neglect; or 6. The applicant has had a permit revoked within one year prior to the date of the application; or 7. The applicant has been convicted of any offense involving the violation of Chapters 717A or 717B, Code of Iowa, Section 8-3-3 of this Code, or any provision of this Chapter. D. Any permit issued under this Chapter may be revoked or suspended if after due investigation, and after the permittee has been given the opportunity to give a written or oral statement and present evidence, the Division of Animal Control and/or the Animal Control Advisory Board finds: 1. The keeping of the animal at the place set forth in the application and the conduct or operation of the business for which the permit was issued violates any law or ordinance of the City, or any law of the State of Iowa; or 2. The keeping of the animal at the place set forth in the application and the conduct or operation of the business for which the permit is requested will constitute a danger to the health, peace or safety of the community; or 3. The permittee, his or her agent, or employee has failed to provide any animal in their possession, care, or control with the proper and sufficient food, drink, shelter, or protection; or z~. The permittee, his or her agent, or employee has failed to maintain the premises or caging areas in a clean and sanitary condition; or 5. The permittee, his or her agent, or employee has failed to protect any animal in their possession, care, or control from needless suffering, torment, cruelty, abuse, or neglect; or 6. The permittee has had a permit revoked within one year prior to the date of application; or 7. The permittee has been convicted of any offense involving the violation of Chapters 717A or 717B, Code of Iowa, Section 8-3-3 of this Code, or any provision of this Chapter. E. Waiver of Fees. 1. Permit fees may be waived for licensed non-profit organizations, educational institutions, licensed rehabilitators, dog or cat shows conducted for educational purposes, or other animal exhibitions or acts conducted for educational purposes. 2. Permit fees shall be waived for Johnson County Humane Society foster Ordinance No. Page 1 3 caregivers harboring dogs or cats in their private homes or kennels. This waiver shall apply only to their temporarily-housed foster animals and not to their privately-owned animals. A list of foster homes and foster kennels shall appear on the permit application of the Johnson County Humane Society. 3. Permit fees shall be waived for state- approved wildlife rehabilitators who maintain wildlife for rehabilitation purposes or for ongoing care and possess required United States Fish and Wildlife permits and required Iowa State Department of Natural Resources permits, SECTION XlV. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provi- sions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION XV. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconsti- tutional. SECTION XVI. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordi- nance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of ,19 MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK City Attorney's Office dennis.mit\animals\animal.ord Ordinance No. Page 8 ~, SECTION Xlll. Tit/I,~8, Chapter 4, Section 6 is ~ amended to rea/d as follows: ~ A. No persor~/shall keep or maintain an animal ~ declared to/l~..e pr. ohibited under this Chapter. ~ Notwithstanding this provision: ~, 1. ~l~ndigenous wildlife rehabilitators who ~ poss~s required United States Fish and ~ Wild~hfe permits, required Iowa State ~ Del~artment of National Resources permits, ~ anda valid permit issued by the Division of/ ~ A~imal Control of the City of Iowa City ma/~ ~ ~naintain prohibited wildlife for rehabilitati/~n ~ purposes. / ~/:2. A prohibited animal which is p~e~ly ~ and appropriately restrained lay be / :ransported to a veterinarian for e lency ~ care or treatment and remain / ~in the confines of the clinic )ital as long as the anir is receiving treatment. B, No n shall keep or an animal declared to a restricte, under this Chapter a valid issued by the Division of Ani of the City of Iowa City. C. Pigeon lofts and ove lofts are prohibited / / within the City Notwithstanding this provision, any p, owns or operates a pigeon and/or loft the City prior to July 1, 1997 to operate such pigeon and/( loft sub Io the following restriction,, 1. of July 1, 1997, )n and dove lofts not house more forty (40) and/or doves at any ime. As of July 1, 2000, pigeon ~d dove shall not house more than th. ir~ (30) eons and/or doves at any one time~, 3. The exemption for persons who ~wn or operate pigeon and dove lofts within ~he City as of July 1, 1997 shall not I~e transferable, and shall not run with the land~ D. Animals at Large Prohibited: ~ 1. No animal shall be found at large within the City at any time. A properly li- censed animal shall not be deemed at large if: a. It is tethered or on the enclosed premises of the owner; or ~ b. It is tethered or on the enclosed premises of another person with the knowledge and consent of that person; or c. It is under the control of a person competent to restrain the animal, either by leash or properly restrained May 15, 1997 Honorable Mayor Naomi Novick Members of the City Council Iowa City Civic Center Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Re: Prol~osed pet ordinance Dear Mayor and Council Members: We are writing in response to the revised draft of the Animal Control Ordinance which was submitted to you on April 4, 1997. One of us (Mary) was a member of the committee which worked on revising this ordinance. A summary of our concerns and suggestions is as follows: 1. It is arbitrary to require the owners of five or more cats and/or four or more dogs to have a permit. Simply having more than a certain number of animals does not make it less likely that a citizen will be a good caretaker. 2. It is unreasonable to require persons who are not commercial breeders to obtain a permit before their' animals reproduce and/or before the resulting offspring is sold or given away. 3. The proposed prohibition of circuses and rodeos is a needless attempt to impose a particular social view on the entire community. Ifa circus or rodeo is mistreating its animals, by all means vigorously enforce anti-cruelty regulations. However, do not exclude circuses and rodeos which do not mistreat their animals. 4. Please consider paragraph XII carefully. Requiring absolute silence from an animal is unre&listic. A better approach would be to prohibit"... any unreasonable noise which annoys..." Otherwise, a single dog bark could be a violation of the ordinance. Please also consider whether noise restrictions are necessary in light of existing "disorderly house" and other ordinances and remedies which already exist. Enforcing existing regulations is preferable to enacting still more regulations. 5. We do not believe that there is sufficient justification to ban pigeon lofts. At the very least, existing lofts should be allowed to continue and new pigeon lofts should be allowed to be established if they can comply with reasonable standards. We are not sympathetic to people who knowingly choose to purchase a home next to an existing loft and who have ample opportunity to reflect the same in the price which they pay for this home. 6. We suggest that the word "maintain" as used in paragraph XIII be defined. It should not be possible to interpret this paragraph as prohibiting the feeding of wild birds or animals which are not kept within a particular property. Unless an appropriate definition is provided, such an interpretation is possible. 7. We are concerned that the City is becoming somewhat obsessed with the need for obtaining permits, not only in this area but in other areas as well. Under the proposed ordinance, we believe that too much time and resources will be spent on the permitting process, which will in turn leave too little staff time to enforcing anti-cruelty regulations, controlling loose anh~als, caring for sheltered animals, and the other "core" duties of the department. Limiting the ordinance to banning certain animals and requiring only pet stores and commercial breeders to obtain permits should therefore be considered. Please continue to carefully legislate in this area, as the issue of citizen's pets is a very emotional one. Thank you for your attention, and please contact us at the address shown below if we can provide you with any additional information. Sh~cerely Gregg Geerdes Mary Murphy 3 Oak Park Court Iowa City, Iowa 52246 319/354-2375 cc: Misha Goodman-Herbst ( O~.L RO0~0 ~$OClA RORODEO Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association 101 Pro Rodeo Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919-9989 719/593-8840 http://www. prorodeo.com May 5, 1997 Maclan Kma', City Clerk City of Iowa City 410 East Washington St. Iowa City~ Iowa 52240-1826 Dear Ms. Km~': I received a copy of the proposed city ordinance regarding animals that would ban the sprat of rodeo fi'omyour city. I am concerned in the fact that no docmnentation appears to have been submitted to support such an extreme act. The spo~l of rodeo is ve~y popular with people in the State of Iowa and I believe such an ordinance is not in the best interest of many who are fans. I previously ad~h'essed this issue with the City Council office in November following calls fi'om a number of your residents who told us they believed this ordinance was being discussed. Recently, a great many calls are coming to us t~om Iowa City residents asldng for our help. No one is opposed to good anim~ welfare practices, in fact, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association is extremely suppmtive of prevention of animal cruelty, however, the proposed ordinance exceeds reasonable standards. It appears Misha Goodman-Herbst o£your local animal control has been allowed a great amount of input on this issue. Since we have not been asked by her for any information on rules, documentation or veterinary reports, I am assuming she has {h'awn her position based on questionable data. I am not aware of how influential animal rights groups are within your city, but should tiffs ordinance be based on undocumented materials fi'om an active animal fights organization, I would hope the City Attorney and City Council would take the time to ensure they are being provided creditable data. I have enclosed documented information for you. The vetedumJan reports are conducted by independent vetefinmfans who have practices in the towns hosting the rodeos. Theh' repo~ls are based on inspections they conduct and on-site observations at the rodeo. Aside fi'om the vetefinmian on-site role and the veterinarian conducted sm~veys, the PRCA has 60 rides specifically designed for the welfare of the animal athletes in rodeo. Iowa City May 5, 1997 Page 2 Injury to rodeo's animal athletes is extremely rare as you can see by the existing researched data. These animals are valuable and respected members of the spml of rodeo. It would not be logical or in the best interest to hm~xt or abuse the livestock in any way. Animal rights groups often print undocumented allegations due to thek need to raise funds for continued operation. The same individuals opposed to rodeo are often opposed to pet ownership, fishing, horse shows or any other use of animals. Prior to supporting these often inappropriate agendas, please take the time to look at all the factual data available. Should the City Council decide to proceed with the ordinance, we would appreciate receiving notice of the hearing date which we have been told is preliminm~y scheduled for May 20. At that time we would ask that we are allowed time for vetednmian testimony and a chance for some of yore' citizens to voice theh' opposition to the attached ordinance. Yore' consideration is most appreciated. Best Regards, Ten5 C~'e er Animal Welfare Coordinator PROFESSIONAL RODEO COWBOY ASSOCIATION TRIVIA ...... THE FIRST RULES FOR THE HUMANE CARE AND TREATMENT OF RODEO ANIMALS WERE ESTABLISHED BY THE PROFESSIONAL RODEO COWBOYS ASSOCIATION IN 1947, A FULL SEVEN YEARS PRIOR TO THE FOUNDING OF THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES. COWBOYS AND RANCHERS WERE THIS COUNTRY'S FIRST ANIMAL WELFARE ADVOCATES. IN A 1994 SURVEY CONDUCTED BY ON-SITE, INDEPENDENT VETERINARIANS AT 28 PRCA SANCTIONED RODEOS INVOLVING 33,991 ANIMAL RUNS, ONLY 16 INJURIES WERE DOCUMENTED. THAT EQUATES TO LESS THAN FIVE-HUNDREDTHS OF ONE PERCENT. ON-SITE VETERINARIANS AT 26 PRCA SANCTIONED RODEOS CONDUCTED BETWEEN AUGUST AND DECEMBER 1994 IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA REPORTED THAT OF 915 TOTAL RUNS OF CALF ROPING, ONE MINOR INJURY OCCURRED WHICH HAS NOW FULLY RECOVERED. THE AVERAGE BUCKING HORSE OR BULL WORKS LESS THAN 5 MINUTES PER YEAR IN THE ARENA. RODEO LIVESTOCK LIVE LONG AND HEALTHY LIVES. THE AVERAGE AGE OF BUCKING HORSES IN TODAY'S RODEO~ ARE TWENTY YEARS OF AGE AND MANY BULLS ARE STILL ACTIVE BUCKERS AT 15 YEARS OF AGE. WHY? VETERINARIANS ATTRIBUTE IT TO THE GOOD CARE THEY RECEIVE FROM THE STOCK CONTRACTOR~ WHICH INCLUDES QUALITY FEED AND ADEQUATE EXERCISE. THE PRCA HAVE 60 STRICTLY ENFORCED RULES SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE HUMANE TREATMENT OF RODEO'S ANIMAL ATHLETES. HUMAN SKIN IS 1MMo2MM THICK, HORSE HIDE IS 5MM THICK AND BULL HIDE IS 7MM THICK. TURN PAGE OVER FOR MORE INTERESTING FACTS .... PAGE 2 THE FLANK STRAP IS FLEECE-LINED. IT IS PLACED IN THE FLANK AREA WHICH CAN BE COMPARED TO THE WAIST OF A HUMAN. THE STRAP IS NEVER TIGHTENED MORE THAN YOU WOULD TIGHTEN THE BELT AROUND YOUR WAIST. IF IT WAS TOO TIGHT, THE ANIMAL WOULD REFUSE TO MOVE, MUCH LESS BUCK. 1996 RULE R10.1.5.2 PROHIBITS THE USE OF CATTLE PRODS IN BULL RIDING, NO EXCEPTIONS. RULE R10.1.5 USE OF PRODS PROHIBITED, EXCEPT FOR CHUTE STALLING AS FOLLOWS; IN THE RIDING EVENTS, USE OF PRODS AND SIMILAR DEVICES IS PROHIBITED. THE ONLY EXCEPTIONS SHALL BE IN THE .~ADDLE BRONC RIDING AND IN THE BAREBACK RIDING, AND ONLY IN THE CASE OF A KNOWN CHUTE STALLING .ANIMAL (WITH CONTESTANT CONSENT). PRCA RULES PROHIBIT THE USE OF SHARPENED SPURS. DISQUALIFICATION AND/OR FINES ARE THE RESULT OF NOT FOLLOWING THE RULES, THE LAST THING ANY COMPETING COWBOYS WANTS. MANY STOCK CONTRACTORS PAY FOUR AND FIVE FIGURES FOR'TOP BUCKING STOCK. ONE PROMINENT PRCA STOCK CONTRACTOR RECENTLY PAID $30,000 FOR ONE BUCKING HORSE. NO ONE WOULD STAND FOR ABUSE OF THESE VALUABLE AND RESPECTED ANIMALS. PRCA RULES REQUIRE VETERINARIANS TO BE ON-SITE FOR ALL RODEO PERFORMANCES AND SECTIONS OF SLACK. RULES ALSO LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF TIME ANIMALS ARE TRANSPORTED. PROFESSIONAL RODEO COWBOYS ASSOCIATION 101 PRO RODEO DRIVE COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO 80'919 (7t 9)593-8840 Cedar Rapids, Iowa May 12, 1997 1997 Honorable Mayor Novik, Your assistant city attorney sent out a draft of a proposed city ordinance banning a rodeo and/or a circus from Iowa City. How can you oppose such events that are wholesome activities which all family members can attend together? I am a grandparent who is pleased to note the wholesomeness of high school rodeos. Everyone from grandparents to babes in arms and even the family dog on a leash are involved in this clean activity where no liquor is allowed and proper dress code is observed. The contestants help each other and good will among the students is evident. There is no cruelty to animals. They are well trained for their rolls. The arena is not hard packed earth, but is a cushiony mix of sand, sawdust and earth. Indeed, it is the students who sustain injury on occasion, not the animals. Please don't eliminate these activities for families to enjoy. Many Iowa high schools participate in rodeos. The students must maintain specified grades to qualify as a contestant. Linn- Mar High School here has an active group of rodeo contestants. Attend an Iowa State Rodeo Meet some Saturday or Sunday to see for yourself what a family oriented meet it is. I am sincerely in favor of this family activity. Bernice E. Steele May 9, 1997 Mayor Naomi Novick 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 MAY 1 2 1997 crlY AHAGER'$ OFFICE I would like to comment on the proposed city ordinance banning rodeo and circus' in the city limits of Iowa City. I'm not sure what information you have received stating why rodeos should be banned but I do know why they shouldn't. The animals that are used in rodeos are not neglected or abused contrary to popular belief. If you owned a cal' worth $40,000 would you purposely run it into a tree or scratch it or neglect it? I don't think so. Neither do the stock contractors who own these animals in the rodeo. The animals that are used don't get bucked but just a few minutes in a total year. They are well kept, feed and cared for, more so than a lot of children in the United States today. The animals are definitely not abused. And why would a contractor abuse an animal who is worth as much as a new car? The contractors know that the animals are the basis of their livelihood. Also, have you thought about how ~nany incomes you will be affecting by adopting this ordinance? The cowboys who go from town to town riding in rodeos don't do this just for entertainment; they do this for a living. They don't get paid if they don't ride unlike baseball players or other sports figures. They get paid only if they win. They can't win if the sport is banned in cities across the U.S. I'm sure that if you take the time to research. both sides of the issue by getting information which is not influenced by a radical on either side, I'm sure you will see that this ordinance is not the way to go. Sincerely, Shannon Castle St. Paris, OH Dear I have heard that you have taken the responsibilli~ty of makir~g a draft to ban r'odeo and ~irc:us ~'"rom the city limits of Iowa City. I c)ouldn"t unsder~star~d why in the world you would want to ban a sport that thousands c_-ompete in every year'. ]'~his c:ould effec:t sone money revenue in ~he town of Iowa City, let alone hurt sev~-~ral peoples live:~. that depend on rodeo. It i~.s ~'~y petsorval opinion that you have no clue in what you are doin~. I think that. befor~e you would wa'-~ to take somethir~:~ a:s far as you have that you would war~t to do ?~ome ~'~esearch on the subjec.'t first. If you beieive that rodeo or the circus is harmful to the ar~imals you obviously dor~':t have a clue how they treat there ar, imals. The stock c.'ontrac-ter~s take far' better (:~a~e of there animals then do avera~e farme~-, ar, d ec:spec:ially the hu!.]e feedlot (~ofinements. The c:ir(::us has to t~.'eat there ar~imais really well in or'der- to I'r~ake them perform a:s !i~iood as they do. I really hope that you ~ould withdraw you're draft befo~.'e you hurt I¥1or'e people thar~ you r'eatize. I don'~t under'stand how anyone could be suc:h a jerk and hurt people on purpose. Si n(:~erel y, proud fan and contestant Ben Dorr.l~ Mayor Naomi Novick 410 E Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Bobbie Hinds 2059 N Avenue Minburn, IA 50167 (515)677-2333 1997 May16,1997 Dear Mayor Novick, Through the May 7, 1997 edition of the ProRodeo Sports News I have learned era draft for a proposed city ordinance that would ban rodeo and circus events in the city limits oflowa City. I strongly urge you not to endorse this ordinance. Rodeo is a part of our American history and it is a sport that is truly American. The sport began as a bragging rights event between ranches and has since evolved into a multi-million dollar industry that supports the humane treatment of all animals. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association was the first rodeo association to be formed in the early part of this century and has since adopted over five dozen rules that ensure the health and safety of rodeo livestock. These rules coyer transportation, feeding and watering of the animals, weight requirements, veterinary checks, equipment t~sed by the contestant and fines for contestants, rodeo personnel and committees who do not follow the~e rules. Because these rules are so well written, the American Veterinary Medical Association recommends that other associations abide by these rules and many of them do. As America moves away from its rural heritage few actually understand the mechanics of rodeo. A lack of first-hand experience with livestock enables a handful of extremists who claim to be experts to "educate" the public to what they believe is abuse. These experts generally use the worse case scenarios they can find and target those most likely to be upset by what they see - children. During the last twenty years or so, membership in animal rights groups has risen. This is unfortunate because many of the people who support these groups actually know nothing about how the group actually works. For instance, of the $13.4 million dollar budget for the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals oply $5,000 went to help shelters and programs to promote the spaying and neutering of pets, However, the group spent over $45,000 on legal fees trying to keep a member from going to prison after he firebomBed a research lab. That large sum of money would have been more valuable if it had been used to educa[e the public on how to care for their pets and would have helped to eliminate some cases of abuse, abandonment and neglect. I'm sure this information is not listed in the literature PETA distributes to its general membership. Another example is The Humane Society of the United States. This group paid their CEO $250,094 last year plus benefits that included a home, car, etc.. (source: ProRodeo Sports News; May 7, 1997) Are these groups, who actually represent only a small portion of the population, the type of representatives that we want making our laws and telling us how to enjoy our pets? As a third generation rodeo and horse show contestant I spend a lot of time and money caring for my rodeo athletes. They are always cared for before me - whether we are at home or on the road they eat before me, go to bed before me and usually have a better place to stay than me. They receive regular health checks, immediate veterinm-y care when needed and I am continuously studying humane training methods that allow my horse and myself to work in harmony. I would never participate in an event that endangers the well- being of animals, especially those that I consider to be a part of my family. Yes, abuse does occur in the rodeo arena but it is caused by a very, very small minority of participants. However, abuse also occurs in family homes, shelters, kennels, pet shows and any other place an animal might be. I once again urge you not to support the wishes of a small minority of people who have little first hand knowledge or experience with the sport. It would be a crime [o take away an activity that stresses family values and togetherness from your community and our state. Sincerely, Bobbie Hinds Form 653.C Page 1 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT OF CURRENT CITY BUDGET The Council of the City of Iowa City in Johnson County, Iowa, will meet at the Civic Center, 410 E. Washington St., at 7:00 p.m. on May 20, 1997, for the purpose of amending the current budget of the city for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1997, by changing estimates of revenues and expenditure appropriations in the following programs for the reasons given. Additional detail is available at the City Clerk's office showing revenues and expenditures by fund type and by activity. REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES Taxes Levied on Property 1 Less: Uncollected Property Taxes-Levy Year 2 = Net Current Property Taxes 3 Delinquent Property Taxes 4 TIF Revenues 5 Other City Taxes 6 Licenses & Permits 7 Use of Money & Property 8 Intergovernmental 9 Charges for Services 10 Special Assessments 11 Miscellaneous 12 Other Financing Sources: ~3 Total Revenues & Other Sources ~4 EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES Community Protection 15 (police,fire,street lighting, etc.) Human Development 16 (health, library, recreation, etc.) Home & Community Environment 17 (garbage, streets, utilities, etc.) Policy & Administration 18 (mayor, council, clerk, legal, etc.) Non-Program Total Expenditures 19 Less: Debt Service 2o Capital Projects 21 Net Operating Expenditures 22 Transfers Out 23 Total Expenditures/Transfers Out 24 Excess Revenues & Other Sources Over (Under) Expenditures/Transfers Out 25 Beginning Fund Balance July I 26 Ending Fund Balance June 30 27 Total Budget as Certified Total Budget or Last Current after Current Amended Amendment Amendment 19,766,220 0 19,766,220 19,766,220 0 19,766,220 62,000 440,000 581,450 1,971,132 14,496,115 27,660,552 2,747,243 42,573,890 110,298,602 62,000 440,000 581,450 1,830,754 3,801,886 6,934,902 21,431,017 112,265 27,772,817 102,263 102,263 (802;320) 1,944,923 46,643,857 89,217,747 54,821,721 165,120,323 10,676,835 395,457 11,072,292 9,9~3,165 180,561 10,173,726 55,618,707 33,114,287 88,732,994 5,950,085 (96,891) 5,853,194 82,238,792 33,593,414 t15,832,206 8,674,037 150,904 8,824,941 22,994,007 29,570,604 52,564,611 50,570,748 3,871,906 54,442,654 23,627,890 47,704,095 71,331,985 105,866,682 81,297,509 187,164,191 4,431,920 (26,475,788) (22,043,868) 40,645,416 33,200,896 73,846,312 45,077,336 6,725,108 51,802,444 Explanation of increases or decreases in revenue estimates, appropriations, or available cash: Increased Revenues due to additional interest income for capital projects, state/federal grants, Assisted Housing and CDBG grant revenues; special assessments on existing issues; revised Enterprise revenues; Parking, Wastewater and Refuse. Miscellaneous revenue includes contributions to capital projects and gift funds; flex health and dependent care deposits, and additional parking fines. Expenditure Increases: Community Protection amended for increased Fire Department expenditures related to prior year approved projects; cash payment of purchase orders from prior fiscal year. Human Development: Building repairs to Library, Senior Center, and Recreation Center, continuation of capital projects related to Parks, and Library & Senior Center expenses from gift funds. Home & Community: Revisions to capital projects for Water and Wastewater. Policy & Administration: move computer chargebacks to Transfers Out. Transfers Out: increased for capital projects in process and debt issues. Additional detail is available at the City Clerk's office, Library, and Finance Department. There will be no increase in tax levies to be paid in the current fiscal year named above. Any increase in expenditures set out above will be met from the increased non-property tax revenues and cash balances not budgeted or considered in this current budget. This will provide for a balanced budget. City Clerk Form 653.C Page 2 1 CITY BUDGET AMENDMENT AND CERTIFICATION RESOLUTION To the Auditor of Johnson County, iowa: The Council of the City of Iowa City, in said County met on May 20, 1997, at the place and hour set in the notice, a copy of which accompanies this certificate and is certified as to publication. Upon taking up the proposed amendment, it was considered and taxpayers were heard for and against the amendment. ~l'~e Council, after hearing all taxpayers wishing to be heard and considering the statements m~e by,hem, gave final consideration to the proposed amendment(s) to the budget and modifica. fidns pmp~ed at the hearing, if any. Thereupon, the following resolution was introduced. / ~ RESOLUTION NO. A RESOL~TIO ~1 AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YF~/~R ENDING JUNE 30, 1'~7 (AS AMENDED LAST ON ,19__/ Be it Resolved~ fthe Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: / Section1. Folk ~g notice published May 9, 1997 and the public he.afing held on May 20, 1997, the current buc as previously amended) is amended as set out Herein and in the detail by fund type and ~ }orts this resolution which was cons/at that hearing: ToterBudget ayCertified Total Budget after /A~ eL::~ d A m©eunrr:mnten, A m©eunr r:rnntent REVENUES & OT i SOURC/E~' Taxes Levied on Property / 1 19,766,220 19,766,220 Less: Uncollected Pro y~Ye/~ 2 = Net Current Property Taxes XA/ 3 19,766,220 19,766,220 Delinquent Property Taxes / ~ 4 TIF Revenues / ~ 5 62,000 62,000 Other City Taxes // ~e 440,000 440,000 Licenses & Permits ,/ ~X, 581,450 581 450 Useof Money&Property ~ 8 ~1,971,132 1,830,754 3,801,880 Intergovernmental ~ 9 1'~496,115 6,934,902 21,431,017 Charges for Services ~ lo 27,~)~0,552 112,265 27,772,817 Special Assessments / 11 ~ 102,263 102,263 Miscellaneous ~ 12 2,747,:~,.3 (802,320) 1,944,923 Other FinancingS~arces: 13 42,573,89~.~ 46,643,857 89,217,747 Total Revenue~'Other Sources 14 110 298 602 ~54,821,721 165 120 323 EXPENDITUF~,Es & OTHER FINANCING USES Community ~rotection 15 10,676,835 ~95,457 11,072,292 (police,fire,~reet lighting, etc.) Human D/~velopment 16 9,993,165 18'9,,561 10,173,726 (health,?brap/, recreation, etc.) Home/& Community Environment 17 55,618,707 33,114,2~,7 88,732,994 (garbAge, streets, utilities, etc.) ..... Pol, j~y & Administration 18 5,950,085 (96,891). 5,853,194 (l~ayor, council, clerk, legal, etc.) /Non-Program / Total Expenditures 19 82,238,792 33,593,414 ~.115,832,206 /Less: / Debt Service 2o 8 674 037 150,904 ~8~,824 941 / Capital Projects 2~ 22,994,007 29,570,604 52,'~64,611 Net Operating Expenditures 22 50,570,748 3,871,906 54,4;a,~,654 / Transfers Out 23 23,627 890 47,704,095 71,331~85 ~ Total Expenditures/Transfers Out 24 105,866,682 81,297,509 187,164,1'~1 ~ Excess Revenues & Other Sources Over / (Under) Expenditures/Transfers Out 25 4,431,920 (26,475,788) (22,043,868~ Beginning Fund Balance July I 28 40,645,416 33,200,896 73,846,312 Ending Fund Balance June 30 27 45,077,336 6,725,108 51,802,444 ~ Reason: ~ Increases in revenues and expenditures, Including revisions to capital improvement projects as noted in the notice of public hearing.  Passed this day of 1997 Isl /s/ City Clerk Mayor NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATED COST FOR THE WILLOW STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will con- duct a public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the con- struction of the Willow Street Reconstruction Project in said City at 7:00 p.m. on the 20th day of May, 1997, said meeting to be held in the Council Chambers in the Civic Center in said city. Said plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost are now on file in the office of the City Clerk in the Civic Center in Iowa City, iowa, and may be inspected by any interested persons. Any interested persons may appear at said meeting of the City Council for the purpose of making objections to and comments concerning said plans, specifications, contract or the cost of making said improvement. This notice is given by order of the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by law. MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK PH-1