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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-12-16 Minutes numberedSubject 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_~/c~- 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 1 6, 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 L/~('~ 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 City'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, "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. 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 1 6, 1 997 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, 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 "UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "CITY 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. I Naomi J. Novick, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET December 12, 1997 IP1 DECEMBER 15 WORK SESSION Memorandum from Mayor: Sister City' I IP2 IP3 IP4 IP5 IP6 IP7 IP8 IP9 IP10 IP11 IP12 IP13 IP14 IP15 IP16 IP17 IP18 IP19 IP20 IP21 IP22 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Letter from Rod Sullivan (The Arc of Johnson County) to Mayor: Assistance Memorandum from Mayor: Sculpture and IDOT Memorandum from City Manager: Soccer Field Irrigation System Memorandum from City Manager: Sale/Disposal of Paving Bricks Memorandum from City Manager: Update on Waste Shingle Recycling Project Memorandum from City Manager: Pending Development Issues End of Year Review - HUD'a Office of Community Memorandum from City Manager: Planning and Development Memorandum from City Manager: Municipalities in Transition Project from City Clerk: December 1 Work Session from Planning and Community Development Assistant Director and City Memorandum Memorandum Engineer: Intersection of Melrose Avenue and Hawkins Drive Memorandum from JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner Ripley: Goosetown Traffic Memorandum from First Assistant City Attorney: The Cliffs Apartments Slope Stabilization Project Memorandum from First Assistant City Attomey: Partial Litigation Update Memorandum from Parking & Transit Director and Transit Manager: Downtown Shuttle Memorandum from Parking & Transit Director and Transit Manager: Transit Equipment Replacement - Capital Projects Expenditures Memorandum from Parking and Transit Director: University of Iowa Student Pass Memorandum from Housing and Inspection Services Director: "How Are We Doing?" Building Permit Information - November 1997 Customer Service Card December 11 Johnson County Board of Supervisors Meetings December 15 Johnson County Board of Supervisors Meetings Winter Weather Freezes Water Pipes and Meters for 12/16/97 Bd. of Supervisors meeting. Agenda: Agenda: Release: Agenda