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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-07-06 Correspondence IJ:J I ~ j CITY OF IOWA CITY 3 1 -...= -~!t ~~W~ MEMORANDUM --.;:;:,.... ......., .....,.... Date: June 28, 2004 To: City Clerk :f5' From: Anissa Williams, JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner ' Re: Item for July 6, 2004 City Council meeting: Changing 1 HOUR LIMIT 8 -5 MON - FRI sign on the north side of the Lafayelle Street approximately 50' west of the intersection with S. Dubuque Street to NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE As directed by Title 9, Chapter 1, Section 38 of the City Code, this is to advise the City Council of the following action. Action: Pursuant to Section 9-1-3A(10), one 1 HOUR LIMIT 8 -5 MON - FRI sign on the north side of the Lafayelle Street approximately 50' west of S. Dubuque Street will be replaced with one NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign Comment: This action is being taken due to a new STOP sign being installed on Lafayette Street at the request of the City Allorney's office. 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C> 0 _n __~_.___ G:lJ Message 3 2 Marian Karr From: Hinman, Pam [p.hinman@eiairport.org] Sent: Friday, June 11, 2004 4:59 PM To: council@iowa-city.org Subject: Invitation to Allegiant Event Importance: High Pam Hinman Marketing Manager The Eastern Iowa Airport 2515 Arthur Collins parkway SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-8952 (319) 286-5719 Fax: (319) 362-1670 D.hinman@eiaiFDort.org *** eSafe scanned this email for malicious content *** ** * IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders *** 6/14/2004 The Eastern Iowa Airport '__'> Cedar Rapids ~\.W./L.. .~,\\~--\ II ~ ",.""".,.,...;..,....,'... a eglant Y""^m^^^^^^ ""," 1,' air Allegiant Air and The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids Invite you to our Inaugural Celebration and Ribbon Cutting Celebrating New Non-stop Service to Las Vegas Where The Eastern Iowa Airport Upper Concourse near Gate C6 When Thursday, June 24, 2004 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Program begins at 6 p.m. WeJçQme Hors d'Oeuvres Ribbon cutting Prizes · R.S.v.P. necessary to attend. Please bring photo 10. · Guests will be subject to passenger security screening procedures. · If a representative is attending in your place, please RSVP with the attendee's name. · Please R.S.v.P. by Monday, June 21 R.S.V.P. Required to p.h i n man@eiairport.org 319.286.5719 ask for Pam r=o 3 3 Marian Karr From: Bud Beacham [budbeacham@yahoo.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 20042:56 PM To: cou ncil@iowa-city.org Subject: Iowa city airport - possible lead poisoning of your residents Hello, Are you aware that the planes based at your airport continue to use leaded fuel? Did you know that this fuel ( lOOLL) contains 2 grams of lead per gallon? Did you know that the EPA estimates that 75% of this lead is exhausted into the air? Did you know that medical research is showing that 70% of inhaled lead is absorbed into the blood stream? Did you know that medical research is showing that any amount of lead in the blood of children younger than age 6 can result in permanent, measurable cognitive impairment? General aviation airports are simply toxic waste sites and they need to be located in remote sparsely populated areas. If your airport is located in a populated area then you are responsible for the lead poisoning of residents who live within 1 mile of the airport. I am sure the Iowa City council does not want to be responsible for poisoning its residents. Please do the right thing and fix this problem. Thank you. Bud Beacham http://www.reidhillview.com/#9 - general info on lead poisoning from planes 1 --..--.------. ----..----- -., .-~-----_.._------_. --.,--.-- ._..----.-.._~-----~--_._._-------~-~.. ~------ --- __m_ , 3914) I Marian Karr From: Jeff Davidson Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 11 :40 AM To: 'jasi nsinc@yahoo.com' Cc: 'City Council; 'City Manager's Office Subject: FW: 'traffic Court and Scott intersection rs& FW: Stop Sign at Court and Seo... Hello Jeff Stewart. Your message below was forwarded to me for response. The decision to not install an all-way stop at the Court/Scott intersection is not related to expense. An all-way stop can be installed at relatively low expense. We conducted a traffic study of the intersection which evaluated all elements of the intersection, including but not limited to the ability of a motorist or pedestian to cross Scott Boulevard at Court Street. We determined that there are more disadvantages than advantages to installing an all-way stop at this location. These include an increase in the number of rear-end collisions on Scott Boulevard, a great increase in traffic noise from large trucks on Scott Boulevard having to stop and start up again, and an interuption in arterial street traffic flow which will impact other streets. We believe the appropriate strategy for this intersection is a traffic signal with turn lanes on Scott Boulevard. We are close to this improvement being warranted but are not there yet. I have attached some additional information that you may find helpful. Thanks for your message. Jeff Davidson, Traffic Engineering Planning. -----Original Message----- From: Dale Helling Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 10:48 AM To: Jeff Davidson Subject: FW: traffic Court and Scott intersection for response & cc Council. Thanks. --Dale -----Original Message----- From: jeff stewart [rnailto:jasinsinc@yahoo.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 8:52 PM To: council@iowa-city.org Cc: jasinsinc@hotmail.com Subject: traffic Court and Scott intersection Iowa City Council: I would like to express our concerns regarding the Court and Scott boulevard intersection. It is extremely difficult during certain times of the day to cross. Just the other day I witnessed a near miss of a biker and a car. I know a study was done on this intersection last year. Could you tell me if one of the reasons a four-way sign or a stop light hasn't been installed is due to lack of funds? If so, how short is the city? I know of several families out here who would donate if we have to in order to have safety brought to our 1 neighborhood. Is this something we could do? I would hate to see this project put on hold and someone eventually killed trying to cross the street. Please advise us of anything this neighborhood can do to solve this problem. Sincerely, Jeff and Linda Stewart Do you Yahoo!? New and Improved Yahoo! Mail - Send 10MB messages! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail 2 ----.-... -...-.-.,... _..._--_.,,~--._---,., '._--.-_._~---..- ..---_. Pagc 1 of 1 Marian Karr From: Dale Helling Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 1:49 PM To: 'Ward, Thomas' Cc: 'City Council; 'sue.ward@pearson.com'; Jeff Davidson Subject: RE: traffic concern Mr. & Mrs. Ward, Thank you for your email correspondence to the City Council regarding the intersection of Court & Scott Blvd. Council members do not receive their email directly and your message will be forwarded to them. I will also forward to them a copy of Jeff Davidson's recent response to you on the same subject. As he indicated, traffic through that intersection will be further evaluated later in the year to help determine when additional traffic controls may be warranted. Dale Helling Assistant City Manager -----Original Message----- From: Ward, Thomas (mailto:tom.ward@pearson.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 15,2004 II :46 AM To: 'council@iowa-city.org' Cc: Ward, Sue Subject: traffic concern To the City Council, We have a large concern about the traffic fiow at the corner of Scott Blvd and Court Street. The traffic on Scott Blvd is very heavy and very fast, making crossing that street difficult, and at times a lengthy wait. This is a very busy intersection with no traffic control for crossing the street. This is the only road out of the Windsor Ridge and Lindeman subdivisions that has a sidewalk. Both of these subdivisions are growing quite rapidly making the pedestrian and bike traffic across Scoot Blvd increasingly heavy. With numerous kids in these area's we would like to see a stop light, or at a minimum a 4 way stop put in this intersection. Thanks for your consideration of this issue. Tom & Sue Ward 4645 Dryden Court Iowa City. **************************************************************************** This email may contain confidential material. If you were not an intended recipient, Please notifY the sender and delete all copies. We may monitor email to and from our network. *************************************************************************** 6/15/2004 Marian Karr From: Dale Helling Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 1:50 PM To: ·City Council Subject: FW: Stop Sign at Court and Scott Blvd City Council: FYI. --Dale -----Original Message----- From: Ward, Sue [mailto:sue.ward@pearson.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 10:58 AM To: ' Jeff Davidson' Cc: Rick Fosse; Anissa Williams; Ward, Thomas Subject: RE: Stop Sign at Court and Scott Blvd. Thanks for your great information, Jeff . I am happy to hear that your group is monitoring this intersection and that the situation is close to warranting an improvement. A traffic signal there would make me the happiest mother in town! (An all-way stop would be great too. ) I will be lobbying. Thanks so much, Sue Ward -----Original Message----- From: Jeff Davidson [mailto:Jeff-Oavidson@iowa-city.org) Sent: Monday, June 14, 2004 7:59 PM To: 'Ward, Sue' Cc: Rick Fosse; Anissa Williams Subject: RE: Stop Sign at Court and Scott Blvd. Hello Sue. We intend to update the traffic study at this intersection during this coming year. Frankly, we are getting close enough to meeting the warrants for some type of improvement that I would imagine we will keep an eye on it on an ongoing basis. One of the things our study assesses is the crash rate, and currently this is not a high crash location according to how we judge these things. Our study so far shows that a traffic signal is likely the improvement that will be needed rather than an all-way stop, although an all-way stop is not out of the question. A signal will be a better improvement than an all-way stop for kids crossing the street. What you can do right now is lobby members of the City Council on how important you feel this project is. They determine on an annual basis which capìtal projects to proceed with. There are a number of projects around town that are right on the edge like this one. In the meantime make sure your boy-- and all his friends-- know that this is a busy intersection and they need to always look both ways and be very careful when crossing. 1 _.____,._,._._~_...______.._u_··__" -~..._-_.._._' -- Let me know if you have any questions. Jeff Davidson, Traffic Engineering Planning. -----Original Message----- From: Ward, Sue [rnailto:sue.ward@pearson.com] Sent: Monday, June 14, 2004 6:19 PM To: 'Jeff-Davidson@iowa-city.org' Subject: Stop Sign at Court and Scott Blvd. Importance: High Jeff, Rick Fosse said you would be a good person to contact for my concern. ( I hope you had a good trip, by the way. ) I want to know what I can do to promote a 4-way stop at the intersection of Court Street and Scott Blvd. I know they did a tally last year, but many more houses have gone in during the past year. We consistently have to wait a long time to cross Scott Blvd. , and then you have to hit the gas quickly to avoid being hit by a semi or another fast moving car. This is an accident just waiting to happen. ( I saw an accident there just the other day too. ) My biggest concern is my 13 year old. There is no safe way for him to bike to the other side from Windsor Ridge. There is a nice sidewalk down Court but when you get to Scott Blvd. no 4 way stop. He could bike down Arlington toward American Legion Road, but there is no sidewalk to ride your bike on until you can get to the 4 way stop at Muscatine and Scott Blvd. I know lots of kids who do bike across and this is so dangerous. I hope we don't have to wait for an accident before something is done. Can they do a tally again? I bet the numbers would be a lot higher this year. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to raise awareness on this issue. I know I am not the only one out here concerned. Thank you, Sue Ward Dryden Court 341-7911 ************************************************************************ **** This email may contain confidential material. If you were not an intended recipient, Please notify the sender and delete all copies. We may monitor email to and from our network. ************************************************************************ **** ************************************************************************ 2 ---~-'--~'-~""'---"- .- c:o IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT 1801 South Riverside Drive Iowa City, Iowa 52246 Office Phone (319) 356-5045 " June 24, 2004 The Honorable Mayor Mr. Ernest Lehman 410 East Washington Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Re: CouncillCommission meeting - June 14 Dear Mayor: On behalf of the Airport Commission and myself, I would like to thank you for the opportunity of meeting with the Council on June 14. Although the topic was a surprise, you should know the Commission shares your desire for a strong and effective management of the Airport. It was our understanding that the Council directed the Commission to discuss the governance issue and report back to the Council. The Commission will be discussing governance of the airport along with the business plan and strategic plan at our next regular meeting on July 15. You can expect a report of our conclusions along with a completed business plan and timeline and development of our strategic plan before your August meeting. The Commission is working hard on these issues and appreciates the Council's support. We are com milled to an open and active dialog and invite any Council members to attend our meetings. If you have questions or would like to discuss any of this information in more detail, please contact me at 337-2101 or the Airport Manager at 356-5045. Rood,H nMgl~~ Iowa City Airport Commission 1'-..,;;. 0 = = ~O -"'"' "- Cc: J>:=¡ c::: City Council ,--.. --( z 11 Airport Commission "-..J '" - ~'::j() 1..0 ! Steve Atkins, City Manager .:."<;'-' m fTi "'" Sue Dulek, Assistant City Allorney O;p ~. ¡'-, ~ \......1 Ron O'Neil, Airport Manager ~'^' 0) » - .::- --..----..-----.-- --r-- __._____~._..__."..,__~____.__+ _n__..___ __.,_ _.__._..___~__.__~.__._ _.__ __ "n Page I of2 Marian Karr From: John L. Krstenansky Oohn-krstenansky@uiowa.edu] Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2004 12:03 PM To: council@iowa-city.org Cc: Ron O'Neil; Carl Williams (E-mail); Daniel Clay (E-mail); John Staley (E-mail); Randy Hartwig (E-mail); Sue Dulek Subject: Impressions from reports on the June 14th meeting between the airport commission and the city council. Dear Members of the City Council, It is unfortunate that I was out of town on business on Monday and, with the two working-day notice given to us, was not able to rearrange my schedule to attend the meeting. I would have very much enjoyed meeting with the council and discussing opportunities for improving both the airport and the city. In my very first meeting with the airport commission I noted that from the reading of prior minutes that there seemed to be some unnecessary misunderstandings between the council and the commission and that periodic meetings between the two groups should occur so that relationships and trust could be built and so that each could work towards common goals in a cooperative fashion. I still hope that we can get to that point; however, at this point have some concerns based on the newspaper reports of the meeting that I have read. [Disclaimer: These are my personal views based on the limited information that I have available to me at this point.] I) It was reported that some members the council did not see the downside of removing the independence of the airport commission and rolling all authority into the council. Let me state what I view as the downside. The airport is a unique entity that has a certain fragility unlike a city park. Because of that fragility a higher degree of attention and care needs to be maintained. The fragility stems from the stringent and complex requirements of the FAA, the enormous amounts of land and capital that are required for a new airport, and the inordinate amount of time that would be needed to realize an operating airport one the decision to create it (or resurrect it) was decided. There are many factors that could combine that could make the airport less viable and ultimately lead to its irreversible demise. The irreversibility of the loss of the airport is the most tragic aspect of any scenario. The commission has the responsibility to review and make recommendations on issues concerning the airport that range from simple to complex and often require a focus and attention to detail that might be compromised if authority is removed from the commission by a change in governance. I am afraid that once authority is separated from responsibility, that the system is destined to fail. The best that I can ascertain is that the motivation for this proposed change in governance was the perception on the part of the council that the commission was not performing its duties in a fashion the council favored. I feel that there is more risk than reward in the proposed governance change. You now have a new commission, appointed by yourselves, and attuned to wOTking with you in a cooperative fashion and to keeping an open dialog to avoid misunderstandings. 2) There was expressed dissatisfaction from some council member that recommendations from the Airport Business Plan report were being disregarded. It is my understanding that virtually ALL of the actionable recommendations were either in practice, in progress or planned. I thought that Ron had given you documentation to this regard. If it is still viewed by council that there is inaction or insufficient action with regard to specific items that you think should be implemented, then it would be helpful if you would point these out so that we can address those issues in more detail. As I stated, this commission is very interested in working in a cooperative manner and encourages increased and more open communication between ourselves and the council. 3) I am still mystified by the reasoning behind a $IOK budget cut being used as a "message" rather than sitting down with the commission and taking them to task for what you may view as an ineffective implementation of specific measures that you feel that they are not pursuing. A number of preventive maintenance issues (e.g. resurfacing of asphalt) appear to have been absent from some prior budgets apparently in order to arrive at a 6/17/2004 -..--------..----...-. -.".. ---.,-._--.__..~~._._,.__._.._--_.._.._- -.~-.--"-..-. Page 2 of2 final bare bones budget. Throwing a $1 OK on top of this for no financial reason and to the further detriment of the well-being of the airport makes no sense to me. Would you add $IOK to an approved budget for no financial reason if you simply thought that a group was doing a great job? The only "message" that a budget cut without consideration of its operational consequences sends is that the council does not appear to have its own stated self-interest in mind (the betterment of the airport and its impact on the city), which is why r am befuddled by such an action. While initiative to increase revenues at the airport are being explored, r would be interested in making sure that additional funding might be made available in the shorter term so that cost- effective preventive maintenance will become a more routine activity and ultimately save the city money (...cheaper that replacing a neglected surface). Things are not at a crisis now; however, r do not want to stand by and see the airport gradually deteriorate. Finally, let me reiterate if it hasn't been made clear already, I would like to open a more active dialog with the council and wOTk with it to align our groups goals and achieve greater things for the city. There obviously are communication and trust issues that both the council and commission need to work through and there is no better way than face to face. r look forward to resolving any outstanding issues and moving forward in a progressive fashion. Regards, John 1. Krstenansky Member, Airport Commission 6/17/2004 _.... ".--.---.-. --r---~-~~~----------~ ..~~--~~--~--- _____n__ Marian Karr From: Dale Shultz [dfs001@yahoo.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 10:16 AM To: council@iowa-city.org Subject: Airport referendum Dear Councilors, I hope that you will support a referendum to abolish the Airport Commission. I think that they have been completely irresponsible in dealing with the airport's financial problems, and it's time to bring the airport under direct city control. Sincerely, Dale Shultz 822 Elliott Ct Iowa City, IA 52246 ----~ Dale Shultz dfsOOl@yahoo.com Do you Yahoo!? Take Yahoo! Mail with you! Get it on your mobile phone. http://mobile.yahoo.com/maildemo 1 - --r-" ---_.-.._._~----. ... - <+-'-~'~'- ,..,'--..----- -- -~---------,-._...- ------------- Marian Karr ~ From: Alisa Meggitt [Meggitt.Alisa@iccsd.k12.ia.us] Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 10:46 AM To: cou ncil@iowa-city.org Subject: Event at City Hall Tomorrowl C.H.I.L.D. and Iowa City "Tie One On" Organizers: C.H.I.L.D. (Children Helping Innocent Laborers Democratically) Date: Thursday, June 17, 2004 Time: 1:00 p.m. Place: Iowa City, City Hall (and later back parking lot) Contact: Spencer Lundquist 6th grade Founder of CHILD: 354-6369 Alisa Meggitt 6th grade instructor: 354-1850 Tomorrow several elementary students will tie purple ribbons to Iowa City vehicles at City Hall at 1:00 p.m. C.H.I.L.D. (Children Helping Innocent Laborers Democratically) is a student volunteer group composed of 25+ 6th graders who just graduated from Lucas Elementary. They have worked tirelessly to raise awareness about child labor around the world. This student led group was formed last year by a few 6th grade students at Lucas Elementary, and has grown to include approximately 30 students from Lucas, Hoover and Southeast Junior High. It is organized into four committees: Political, Education, Outreach and Fundraising. The C.H.I.L.D. political committee approached City council to engage teh city in April. Working the mayor and city council, they came up with a child labor proclamation. On June 1st, Mayor Lehman issued the C.H.I.L.D. proclamation declaring the month of June 2004 "C.H.I.L.D. month II . As part of their awareness raising efforts, the C.H.I.L.D. Education Committee created educational bookmarks attached to purple ribbons. One side of the book mark outlines problems associated with Child Labor; the other offers strategies to address child labor. The purple ribbons attached to the book mark are intended to symbolize the 246,000,000 child laborers around the world, and raise awareness in our community about the plight of these children. The bookmark bears a poem written by Luan Heywood, a founding member of CHILD that reads: Our BOdies, Our Minds and our Voices; Child Labor takes away all of our Choices. Tie this ribbon to your car; Send CHILD's message wide and far. Tomorrow the C.H.I.L.D. leaders will celebrate our Iowa City C.H.I.L.D. proclamation by decorating city vehicles with their symbolic purple ribbons. The purple ribbons will remain on city vehicles until the end of July. Other efforts made by CHILD members to raise awareness about child labor include: * Attending and recruiting many students to the "Stolen Childhoods" documentary premier about child labor in seven coutries * Delivering presentations in the community * Producing Public Access Television show on Child Labor 1 * Attending Arn Chorn Pond (Cambodian Child Soldier Survivor) "Flute Player" documentary and presentation * Preparing 4,000 educational book marks (donated by Staples) * Briefing the US child Delegate to the World Congress on Child Labor in Italy last month. * Creating the artistic design for the US Delegation to the World congres on Child Labor * Sending child labor platform questionnaires to candidates for US president * Attending State Legislative Forums and raising questions about state purchasing practices related to child labor. * Hosting a Thai Flavors Community Day for Child Labor * Organizing a school-wide bake sale Ten members of CHILD were recognized by the Iowa City Human Rights Commission with a Human Rights Award. They have raised more than $500.00 in funds and $200 in donated services. They have reached countless citizens in Iowa City with their education and outreach campaigns. ### 2 Marian Karr rnro From: Patricia Santangelo [pattLsantangelo@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, June 18, 2004 11:43 AM To: christine. mullen@mchsi.com; eastham@soli.inav.net; mschlachter@trinityic.org; disciple. pastor@xwires.net; jclhcb@meccaia.com; leon@shelterhouseiowa.org; nstensvaag@juno.com: cou ncil@iowa-city.org Subject: D>C> Mayor Offers Plan to End Homelessness Mayor Offers Plan to End Homelessness Numbers Underestimated, Some Say; Others Question Funding for Initiative (The Washington Post) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A47836-2004Jun16.html?refe rrer=email Mayor Offers Plan to End Hornelessness Numbers Underestimated, Some Say; Others Question Funding for Initiative By Debbi Wilgoren Washington Post Staff Writer Thursday 1 June 17, 2004; Page B01 D.C. Mayor Anthony A. Williams announced a plan yesterday to provide stable housing for all homeless people in the city within 10 years. The plan, in draft form, outlines an ambitious strategy that -- without specifying how it would be paid for -- relies on creating 6,000 highly subsidized housing units and strengthening the social safety net for the very poor. The "Homeless No More" initiative, which the city will discuss at five public meetings planned for the next two weeks, is part of a national effort endorsed last year by the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Forty-six states, and 117 other cities, have put forth similar plans. "Ending homelessness would not require ending poverty in its entirety," the District report states. "The end of homelessness could be achieved through a careful re-tooling and better use of our systems that help people in need. " The proposals include replacing the 7,241 beds now available to homeless people in the city at emergency and long-term shelters with 9,710 new beds. About two-thirds of those would be in apartments whose residents would get extensive support services to keep them from becoming homeless again. The other third, about 3,500 beds, would be divided among emergency she 1 ters, where new arrivals would be evaluated for rapid placement, and transitional facilities, where residents would receive treatment, counseling 1 and other assistance while awaiting a permanent place to live. Williams (D) called the initiative a "very, very serious" attempt to deal with the chronic problem of homelessness, which, according to city estimates, affects more than 8,000 people in the District on any given day. "A critically important part of it is housing, but it's not limited to housing, " Williams said. Advocates for the poor, though, say the number of homeless people in the District is much higher than aides to Williams suggest and that it is growing as housing prices continue to skyrocket. They also say thousands of individuals and families are staying with friends or family members or are living in substandard conditions, and are at constant risk of ending up on the street. Toni Duvall, a mother of four children ages 11 to 15, lost her apartment after losing her job in the hospitality industry in the wake of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. She stayed with her mother, then at a city-run shelter, and now lives at Community of Hope in Columbia Heights while taking classes to become a medical office specialist. Duvall said there are no apartments that she can afford with her $413 monthly welfare checks. "You're at the end of a rope with no place to go, " Duvall said. "You're just hanging yourself." Those who work with the homeless lauded the initiative's recommendation for a senior-level task force to oversee city agencies that work to keep people off the streets. They praised the city for declaring that homelessness could be solved through more affordable housing and more supportive services. They questioned, however, where resources to support the plan would come from. The initiative notes that proposed cuts in next year's federal housing budget would drastically reduce subsidies, for example. But the plan relies on those subsidies. "There is no new money attached to this proposal, 'I said Sczerina Perot, an attorney with the Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless. "Mostly, the prevention efforts seem to rely on existing programs that are already stretched beyond capacity. " Williams announced the initiative at his weekly news conference and was joined by the executive director of the O.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, Philip Mangano. Mangano praised the proposal and promised federal help. "Washington and other cities are moving beyond bailing out the leaking boat of homelessness, " he said. D.C. officials said the initiative would be posted on the Internet for public viewing at www.community-partnership.org and would also be 2 ~-'-- --..--..... .-.---.--..-- -~._--_._-_..._---_._-----_.- -----.---- available at the offices of six nonprofit organizations across the city that deal with homelessness. The draft report will be discussed at five public meetings this month, starting Monday night. Callers can get more information on the initiative at 202-727-8001, officials said. © 2004 The Washington Post Company -- Help support a favorite cause at http://www.iGive.com/html/refer.cfm?memberid=667l&causeid=836 Donate to charity for free http://www.quickdonations.com/ Commit random acts of literacy! Read & Release at http://www.bookcrossing.com/friend/psantang Patti Santangelo patti - santangelo@hotmail.com 3 -_.,..._----~.------- [;[ 3 8 Open letter to the Government of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and other state governments Something is terribly wrong with our system in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Why are alLpeople who served in the Anned Forces-and work for towns, cities, counties and the state-given up-to-four-years of buy-back retirement credit for military service? Don't misunderstand me. I think it Îs a very good thing! However, are you truly comparing the Veterans who actually went to war with the ones who did not? Are you considering-or have you considered-the many hardships of the Veteran during and after war? Are you looking--with a true good-will magnifying glass-at the person who returned with bullet holes, amputations, disfigurement, agent orange poisoning, cancers, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other ills and hardships they and their families have suffered, or continue to suffer? What were you thinking by simply "clumping" all war and non-war service personnel together for the up-to-four-years maximum public employee retirement benefit? Does it not matter-in the very least-that the warriors who gave so very much more-thereby contributing a far greater amount of energy, blood, tears and suffering for their towns, cities, counties and country--carry with them, for the rest of their entire natural lives, a more painful, stressful and suffering burden upon their bodies, minds and souls? Are you-legislators, or your sons/daughters/parents-war Veterans yourselves? Do you genuinel, understand the difference between peace and war, andlor the associated hardships of one versus the other? Ask a war Veteran's sonldaughter, wifelhusband, parent, brotherlsister... Did you take the precious time to ask before passing judgement and/or legislature? Working toward the war effort in a peaceful environment-soldier or civilian-is far different from being in a war itself- any war... Ask me publically if you have the intestinal fortitude! Part of my answer is already here in print! There is much more however... Several times in the past, I have brought this crucial matter to the attention of our Commonwealth's lawmakers, but always in vain. I was never even given the respect of a response. I fail to understand why I--and so many others like me who pay the very salarÎes of state servants through hard-earned tax dollars-are not given the respect afforded all other employers in the private sector. The public employee is just that -"a servant to the people" who is paid by the people-its employerl And, like it or not, it goes without saying that this truth climbs from the lowest public employee position right to the oval office, U.S. House and Senate in Washington, D.C.I Is there anyone anywhere who will doubt that this fact comes with the territory of "politicalandia?!" I have been kind in the past by directing my communiques strictty to the govemor's office, the House and Senate. No more! As a courtesy, this letter is being mailed to those same parties. However, this time it is being shared with the people of the Commonwealth-the public servant empoyers. I truly hope it becomes state-wide, national and intemational news! I hope that everyone who reads these words will saturate legislator and governors' offices with letters, e-mails, phone calls, and visits in support of the American war Veteran and his on going plight! We-war Veterans-worked for you, Mr./Mrs./Miss/Ms. Politician. No~ n~ work for us! Veterans are dying left and right! I, and so very many other war ve=- of;!1I wars are totally saturated with mediocrity and inaction by our state government i It!!¿Ygnj~g our tremendous responsiblities/contributions; i.e., physical and psychological::Sï1érifi~s w have made, and continue to make, as we carry on with our constant INTER~EO:iiVeS-:- There are far too many Veterans with life-limitting andlor life-threatening disa "ities~nd.få~ toò many ending in the grave with war-related shortened lives. Q :::.;,:, - i--J ;2:: '-!? » .¡:- - I am, therefore, vigorously demanding--with unequivocal certainty on behalf of all war Veterans employed by towns, cities, and counties within the Comrnonwealth of Massachusells--that the state move on with this important mailer immediat~ly. It is long overdue! Let's get it done NOW! AGORA!! It is one thing to recognize armed forces personnel for their service to this nation. (And, I respect them dearly for it.) Moreover, it is commendable that an up-to-four-years retirement benefit is afforded them. However, it is an entirely different set of circumstances when you attempt to "clump" (or durnp!!!) war and non-war Veterans together and treat them as equals in terms of those benefits. Even a youngster can see the inequity here! The war Veteran has had many years "stolen" from himlher as a result of unfortunate circumstances--war. You need to show greater concern, dignity, respect and positive action for that very fact; at the very least by granting a greater nurnber of retirement years with the intent to have us--and our families--enjoy a bit more time for all that we have lost, and continue to lose. SENlPRE P'RA FRENTE! Ad~Jl"º Cabréll Disabled War Veteran Vietnam, 1968-69 P.O. Box 494 Boston, MA 02155 - USA ~~ M~y~OI)-I - - - NlemQIiélLDêlY "'" - = o ~ ~O '-- ''''-..., = -n ...v---¡ Z I ¡ -< CJ N r-- =iCJ - ¡ -<' ~. m - .... I_~ :ta> l I I', - 0 -:0 ~ l ~ ./' \.0 » &" ..-,..-..---." _._._--_._--~---- C E D A R RAP IDS IOWA C I T Y I 39(9) TECHNOLOG¥ 'CORRIDOR~ FILED June 17, 2004 Marian Karr, City Clerk 200!1 JUti 2 I M1 9: 41 Iowa City 410 East Washington Street CITY CLEr~l< Iowa City, IA 52240 IOWA CITY IOWA Dear Elected Official: As the co-chairs of the Technology Corridor Committee, we congratulate you on forming the Public Leadership Summit. It is clear govemmental paradigms that existed 50 or 100 years ago are changing, and in fact, changing rapidly. We hear the word "regionalism" used frequently. We understand that we cannot regionalize without challenging many of the assumptions and foundations that have served us so well in the past. It's frequently observed in the local press that Iowa has more than its share of local government. We understand there are good reasons for this. We also understand there are a multitude of examples of duplication of services within the Technology Corridor. We encourage you to look for methods to share services and to eliminate duplication. And we urge you to do so in a timely fashion. We recognize the bias of our statement when we say that the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Technology Corridor is the most desirable location to live and work in the State of Iowa. However, almost anyone would agree the Corridor has many favorable elements that have contributed to above average growth during the past five years. Although it isn't the sole reason for our success, we believe the cooperation between Priority One and the Iowa City Area Development (ICAD) Group has been a key reason this area is economically vibrant. We believe Priority One and the ICAD Group view the area as a region much more than just separate cities within a few counties. While this has meant some sacrifice in the short-run, the long-term benefit for each of our representative areas is sure to be greater than the sum of our individual efforts. Now, it's time for our elected officials to follow through on their" Proclamation of Support for Economic Developmenf' by becoming regional leaders. Yes, we are happy you are meeting. But, you must do more than simply meet. You must produce tangible results that show your constituents you are serious about reducing the cost of government and increasing cooperation and efficiency. Is this a simple task? Of course not! But we are convinced it is a battle well worth fighting. As our economic development leaders are out calling on prospective employers and existing industry interested in expansion opportunities, it becomes transparently clear that regionalism sells, and it sells very well. As you solve the mysteries of regional cooperation among goveming bodies, you can be assured it will make the Technology Corridor even more appealing to our potential clients. Let's set an example for the rest of the State. Let's get going on an aggressive approach to regionalism! Very sincerely yours, ~ ~cI- (jJs iJ:þL- Tom Hayden Charlie Funk Co-Chair Technology Corridor Committee Co-Chair Technology Corridor Committee 325 E. Washington, Suite 100 424 First Avenue NE lowa City, Iowa 52240 Cedar Rapids. Iowa 52401 PH: 319.354.3939 PH: 3]9.398.53]7 FX 3193389958 FX,319.3985228 www_tech~corridor_com £iärfu. City of Iowa City Housing and Community Development Commission 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 1"-' 0::=:- (319) 356-5230 Q = .L- :2:0 c- -r-..-~ c::: -'ll ....... ---c Z COMMISSIONERS: ,-' -, N - " w ::::.{C) ;-n Matthew Hayek June 22, 2004 .-<.1 ~ - :n .--, n:O ~ ~.......J Chairperson - "-' /' - September 2002-2004 iE ., Iowa City City Council » N Civic Center ... Jerry Anthony Iowa City, IA 52240 Vice-Chair September 2002-2005 Dear Members of the Council: Erin Barnes The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is celebrating its September 2003-2005 thirtieth anniversary this year. To commemorate this occasion, the Housing and Lori Bears Community Development Commission wishes to invite you to its annual September 2001-2004 Community Development Celebration and Awards Ceremony. The program is titled, "Building strong individuals, proud families, vibrant communities ... 30 years John Deeth of the Community Development Block Grant Program." The event will emphasize Iowa City's use of CDBG and HOME Investment Partnership Program monies September 2001-2004 over the past 30 years to develop our community and assist low-income Mark Edwards residents. The ceremony will be held on Thursday, July 15th from 4:30 to 6:00 September 2002-2005 p.m. at The Rack Barbeque, 1911 Broadway Street, Iowa City (Pepperwood Place). A short program will start at approximately 5:00 p.m. William Greazel The annual Community Development celebration highlights the many uses of September 2003-2006 federal CDBG and HOME funds in Iowa City. These funds have contributed Shellie Mackel greatly to the improvement and upkeep of our neighborhoods and have provided support to almost every local human service agency. Beneficiaries of these September 2003-2006 projects include youth, the elderly, persons with disabilities, and many lower- Jayne Sandler income persons who live in Iowa City. The CDBG and HOME funds also leverage other public and private funds, all of which combine to offer vital support for September 2002-2005 community development. STAFF: If you have any questions or need additional information about this event or about Iowa City's HUD programs, please contact Steven Nasby, Community and Steve Nasby Economic Development Coordinator, at 319-356-5248. We hope to see you at Corrmtrdty & E o:JIV1ic the celebration. ~ 0xJrcIimtar Sincerely, Steve Long ~~ Associate Plarrær Mallhew Hayek, Chair Tracy Hightshoe Housing and Community Development Commission Associate Plarrær _n_...."..___..____ Next Public Leadership Summit Meeting ~ Marian Karr - From: Barron, Lu [Lu.Barron@linncounty.org] Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2004 4:45 PM To: Coralville (E-mail); Coralville (E-mail): Hills (E-mail); Iowa City (E-mail); Iowa City (E-mail); Lone Tree (E- mail); Mike Sullivan (E-mail); North Liberty (E-mail); North Liberty (E-mail); Shueyville (E-mail); Solon (E- mail); Tiffin (E-mail); University Heights (E-mail); Tom Svoboda (E-mail); Paul Pate (E-mail); Paul Pate (E- mail 2); Paula Freeman-Brown (E-mail); Paula Freeman-Brown (E-mail 2); Don Gray(E-mail); Don Gray (E- mail 2); Dale A. Stanek II (E-mail); Dale A. Stanek II (E-mail 2); William Voss (E-mail); Thomas C. Patterson (E-mail); Thomas C. Patterson (E-mail 2); Doug Kamberling (E-mail); John Nieland (E-mail); John Nieland (E-mail 2); Rick Elliott (E-mail); Rick Elliott (E-mail 2); Larry Dauenbaugh (E-mail); Randy H. Fouts (E-mail); William Cooper (E-mail); jeff-davidson@iowa-city.org; doug.elliot@ecicog.org; nancyquell@hotmail.com; jmorrison@cedarrapids.org; jhalverson@hrgreen.com; hbao48@aol.com Cc: Goldberg, Mike Subject: Next Public Leadership Summit Meeting SA VE THE DATE: The next meeting of the Public Leadership Summit will be October 7th at 4:30p.m. at Howard R. Green Co. We have two sub-committees established - "Homeland Security" and "Trails", Ifanyone is interested in working on one of these, please respond via return e-mail. Lu Barron Chair, Linn County Board of Supervisors -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+.+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- LINN COUNTY CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER This email and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential or privileged information and is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you have received this email in error please delete it from your system. Any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Linn County Board of Supervisors. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. Linn County does not warrant any email or attachment to be virus free and accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. 6/24/2004 [;[ ¿~~~té)1 Dear Iowa City Council Members, My name is Sherry Christoffer, and on behalf of the Johnson County Coalition for Persons with Disabilities, I am raising funds to bring a special speaker to the A.DA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Celebration, on July 24th, 2004. Joel Davis is an experienced speaker and well-published author. His book, With Alex by My Side, can be found at the Iowa City ~brary. He lives in Los Angeles with his dog, Alex, who is a Seizure R Dog. Alex assists Joel with his daily activities. like myself, Mr. Davis suffers from an invisible disability. During his visit, he will be speaking about service animals in relation to the A.D.A. and public access. We have raised some of the necessary funds, to pay for his travel, lodging, and honorariums, yet more donations and contributions are needed to reach our $800 goal Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, Sherry Christoffer, Iowa City Resident For information, please contact Sherry Ouistoffer (319) 35&-2560 Õ "" 15 ~o ~ þ- § ,....::5 -ll ' , ' ~r-~ '" - c<' J Q;) ;- . r- , r-~ ""- 'ìl --ri I I o=;¿ ::;:: 0 f" - - .. .::- CJ' -- ---- ------ -_.__...~---------- 0-_____··- Marian Karr ~ -~.'- - From: Marcia Klingaman Sent: Friday, June 25, 2004 2:36 PM To: Steve Atkins; 'City Council Subject: University Athletics/Herky on Parade Press Release -----Original Message----- From: Joshua Schamberger [mailto:joshua@icccvb,orgj Sent: Friday, June 25, 2004 1:54 PM To: 'Marcia Klingaman'; Shields, Mickey Subject: FW: 50 much to do... so lillle time (Willy Wonka) Hey - Would you two make sure your Steve, Kelly and the councils know about this? Thanks josh 6/25/2004 Wednesday, June 30, 2004 MEDIA ADVISORY TO: Media Responsible for Herky on Parade Media Responsible for the University of Iowa and/or Ullntercollegiate Athletics Media Responsible for the University of Iowa Football FR: Rick Klatt Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs (319) 335-9431 A briefing for members of the media and other special guests has been scheduled for 11 :30 a.m., Tuesday, July 6, at the UI Athletics Hall of Fame at the northwest corner of Melrose Avenue and Mormon Trek Boulevard. Attendees will be provided information related to the topics listed below. Appropriate staff of the UI Athletic Department - including UI Director of Athletics Bob Bowlsby - will be available for comment. · Herky on Parade - Herky on Parade is the public art program that has successfully taken the "Hawkeye spirit to the streets" in celebration of the 75th anniversary of historic Kinnick Stadium. Attendees will be briefed on the program's progress to date and the next exciting phase of the "Parade." · The Patch - The Patch is a merchandise program that provides friends of the University of Iowa an opportunity to participate in the celebration of the 75th anniversary of historic Kinnick Stadium in addition to a wide variety of other varsity sport programs at the UI. Attendees will learn how the University of Iowa has "painted black and gold" a successful program it was first introduced to when the Iowa football team advanced to the 2002 FedEx Orange Bowl. · The Throwback Game - The "Throwback Game" is the name given to the University of Iowa football team's game against Kent State on Saturday, Sept. 4, at historic Kinnick Stadium. Attendees will learn how the University of Iowa will "turn back the college football clock" for this year's season opener including the official unveiling of the uniforms to be worn by the Hawkeyes and Golden Flashes on game day. A light lunch will be served beginning at 10:30 a.m. An RSVP to the UI Sports Marketing Office (319-335-9431) by Wednesday, June 30, is not required but would be greatly appreciated. The following UI Athletic Department staff will be in attendance during the lunch hour should you have an interest in visiting with any regarding the projects noted. · Terry Anderson - Topic: The renovation of Finkbine Golf Course. · Dale Arens - Topic: Roy G. Karro Athletics Hall of Fame · Jane Meyer - Topic: The ongoing planning of the renovation of Kinnick Stadium. · Mark Jennings - Topic: Premium seating inside the renovated Kinnick Stadium. Graphics Available: Please share with the appropriate members of your staff that logos and other artwork that support the activities to be discussed on July 6 are available. To secure copies of each electronically (EPS and/or Adobe Illustrator formats) please call Kelli Meyer at (319) 335- 9431 after 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 6. --- ---_._-----~ -~ ·"___________'_._n__.____ _.......__._. ---.. .---."..-...- 13~~4) J Marian Karr From: paula o. brandt [pobrandt@avalon.net] Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2004 5:48 AM To: council@iowa-city.org Subject: Northside Historic Districts Dear Council Members--I am baffled by all the inaccurate information that seems to be floating around concerning the nomination of areas on the northside to the National Register of Historic Places. I am also surprised at the concerns that are being expressed at this late date when the consultant, Marlys Svendsen, and the Historic Preservation Commission have been available to answer questions individually and in public discussions. I hope that Councilors will continue to support historic preservation and will be able to separate fact from fiction regarding the impact of this nomination. Best, paula o. brandt 824 N. Gilbert St. 354-6948 1 -------_._..,-,..~-,._---.-.- ...-....--.-..-- Page 1 of 1 Marian Karr ___._m__ From: labrod@aol.com Sent: Monday, June 28, 2004455 PM To: council@iowa-city.org Subject: historic preservation To all Council Members: First, thanks for the job all of you are doing--it is not unappreciated. Second, we wish to let you know of our support of the Northside National Historic Preservation designation. It's this sort of thing that makes Iowa City as appealing as it is. We moved here due to the pleasant, pedestrian atmosphere of the town. Historic Preservation districts definitely make the city unique and appealing. Please continue your good work. Sincerely, Paul & Cynthia Broderick 506 Terrace Rd. 6/28/2004 .--"-.-...----- ---- ----.-... ._----_._-_."_._--~~- ----- Marian Karr ~ From: Aimone, Jessica A Uessica-aimone@uiowa.edu] Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2004 2:54 PM To: council@iowa-city.org Subject: Kirkwood Community and IC Public Bus System My name is Jessica Aimone. I have been a resident of Iowa for five years now. My husband and I live on the West side of town, by West High School. I have been employed at the University of Iowa for two years and have traveled with IC Public Transit since then. I have now become a student again and I travel from the University to Kirkwood on the bus. When I arrive each afternoon with my fellow classmates we stand on the opposite side of Kirkwood Ave and wait for the traffic to pass. And I must say not many people on that road travel the speed limit, but f 0 1 ks that is not the point of my note. I have never been quick footed and the hotter it gets outside the weaker we all get. When winter comes the streets are even more dangerous. Now, I have noticed these wonderful crosswalks through town, one on Benton as a matter of fact. At night you can see when someone is going to be in the crosswalk and the crosswalk itself has reflectors on it. What I am proposing is a crosswalk near Kirkwood College, pretty much directly in front of it. Please hear my plea. If you would like to get any information from me my work number is 356-1763 and my home number is 338-0538. Please take this seriously. The streets are very dangerous in that area of town. Thank You. 1 Human Res~ Service Cen -- 707 171h S1r 3 16 Suite 4100 Denver, CO 8 Mc1 June 25, 2004 VIA FACSIMILE (319) 337-2652 AND FIRST-CLASS MAIL Honorable Ernest W. Lehman Mayor of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman: I am writing on behalf of MCI, Inc. to inform you that we are permanently closing the Telemarketing Operations at our Call Center facility located at 1925 Boynum Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52240. As a result, we are eliminating 131 positions in the following job classifications: Manager (4); Engineer (1); Supervisor (7); Staff Professional (4); Sales Support (2); ClericallStaff Support (2); and Telesales (111 ). On June 25, 2004, all affected employees will be notified of the layoff. The affected employees will be actively employed through August 24, 2004. Employees who are terminated due to the elimination of their position will receive severance pay. Please note there are no applicable rights to retain employment at this facility through the exercise of seniority, commonly referred to as "bumping rights." Also, please be advised that the layoffs will be permanent. Any assistance you can provide to our employees would be appreciated. For further information about this maller, please contact me at (303) 390-6275. ve~'Y YO"". )¿r-- ~[. '" 0 ~~ = ..- ~ ->(') '- );-" ? "; c: Il Kevin Keyser z .---... -.~ f...,-, ~ ,- Director, MCI Human Resources :::'~C."'; C) ! ..:.-(¡---- ill __CC] ".. ::r ;-1 O=:d - ''-'' $/' - » .. N - - - -"0'-, -- ._-.. . -', - """--" ._---_.._..,,-_...._.--.~--_..--- ---.------"-.--..--- íû C IT! COU/IIcIL ~ ,q :) UC-(;£S TIM (2 ~ ~ ~~ ~ I ~(rC~4 ~ ~ ~~ c ~ (( ~~~r~~ ~ c / ~rL~ . j¿f~£ ~~ ~~ oh ~ / ~ J ilL-50 : ~ I ;t4 r?~ ;j;, ~ ~ k~ J~ /~ , ,#~ I=Æt~;t ~ D~~ ~ ~ (/ I J /~~\ . r / ~ , ,leD, ,JIO ~2:II¡'¡V OSNnnnnz CElJ 1.=1 Marian Karr ~ - From: Helen Burford [hburford@mchsi.com] Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2004 3:41 PM To: co u ncil@iowa-city.org Subject: Gilbert-Linn Nomination to the National Register of Historic Places Members of the Council On behalf of Friends of Historic Preservation, I am writing to express our support of the city's efforts to pursue the nomination to the National Register of Historic Places for the Gilbert-Linn area. As you are aware, by being listed on the National Register of Historic places, commercial property owners become eligible to apply for Federal tax benefits and Federal and State grants for historic preservation- options they did not have prior to nomination. However, the greatest value the listing on the National Register has is to enhance the community by identifying historically significant buildings and by encouraging the economic vitality of the area. Nomination to the National Historic Register only validates the best marketing message a property owner can have, "located in the historic Northside of Iowa City" Thank you, Helen Burford Executive Director Friends of Historic Preservation 6/30/2004 .."... --- ....-.....-.-. --.-.....-. ._--...... 3-.3((8 j Page I of I Marian Karr - From: Jill Gaulding [Jill-Gaulding@uiowa.edu] Sent: Monday, July 05, 2004 12:23 PM To: council@iowa-city.org Subject: Proposed Gilbert-Linn Street Historic District Dear Council Members: I am sending you a letter (by attachment) that I mailed to Mr. Lowell Soike, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer, in response to a request from Dr. John Kammermeyer. Unlike Dr. Kammermeyer, I am very much in favor of placing the Gilbert-Linn Street area on the National Register of Historic Places -- after all, the area is historic! That's one of the reasons we chose to live there, and one of the reasons that we love the neighborhood. Like other residents of the Northside, I very much appreciate the Council's support, as we work to preserve and improve the neighborhood for everyone who lives there. Sincerely yours, Jill Gaulding *** eSafe scanned this ernail for malicious content *** H* IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders H* 7/6/2004 ~-,. ,.--. -- -...."....".-......-.--,..-. ._.+..~ ,-,." ......~."_.,, -_...._-_._._...,~..~_.,.,.._- '--.'--" 225 E. Davenport Street Iowa City, IA 52245 July 5, 2004 Mr. Lowell Soike Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer State Historical Society of Iowa 600 East Locust Street Des Moines, IA 50319-0290 Dear Mr. Soikes: I recently received a letter from a Dr. John Kammermeyer, asking me to send you a letter registering opposition to the proposed Gilbert-Linn Historic District in the Northside neighborhood of Iowa City. Apparently Dr. Kammermeyer and the other commercial property owners who signed his letter are worried that placing properties in this area on the National Registry of Historic Places could lead to more restrictive zoning. Although he may be confused about the exact legal effect of placement on the National Registry (the letter he sent out is vague about this issue), Dr. Kammermeyer's concerns are not entirely misplaced. It might be that his interests differ from those of residents who have chosen to live in the Northside because they value its historic character. If Dr. Kammermeyer plans to sell his property to Burger King, or to install boxy mansard-roofed buildings that clash with 100-year-old neighboring houses, he may well run into neighborhood opposition. But this clash in interests, if it exists at all, should be thrashed out with respect to individual properties and/or individual proposals for changes in zoning. In other words, it should be thrashed out democratically. It should not be resolved, and in fact cannot be resolved, simply by denying that the Gilbert-Linn Street area is historic. I think I speak for other families, and student renters, too, who live in and love the Northside, when I urge you to take a stand in favor of placement on the National Registry. The Northside is exactly the kind of neighborhood that modern developers are struggling to build: friendly, beautiful, accessible by bike, bus, or foot, with a vibrant and diverse population. It makes sense to preserve it, if only to stand as an example of how great a city neighborhood can be. Sincerely yours, Jill Gaulding (owner, along with Marc Light, of the 84-year-old house at 225 E. Davenport) Page 1 of 1 Marian Karr 3-.1(14) - From: Scott Kading [scottkading@mchsi.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 12:16 AM To: council@iowa-city.org Cc: steve-atkins@iowa-city.org; kath ryn-joh anse n@iowa-city.org Subject: Linn St. Block Party on August 28th City Council of Iowa City, Thank you for taking your time to read this message and I apologize for the lateness. I was gearing everything towards your July 20th meeting, but I see that it is cancelled. I believe I need to make you aware of some items in order to be completely ready for your August 3rd meeting. We are planning on have a block party on Linn St. in front of the Iowa City Yacht Club on Saturday, August 28th from 4pm to 10pm. There will be several bands performing a free concert with several Linn St. businesses also participating. There will also be a beer garden which leads to your involvement. This is going to be a free concert in conjuction with the non for profit organizations the Downtown Association and Public Space One and hopefully being able to raise some money for the Shelter House. I know that you will have several questions and I apologize that I could not attend tonight's meeting, but I wanted to make you aware of this as soon as possible due to the fact that we must line up and pay for the bands/sound personel/security/insurance/permits/etc soon and I wanted to discuss any issues or concerns that you might have. I have attached a crude drawing of the event and will be available as early as Wed to discuss any items with you. Kathryn and the City Managers office has been extremely helpful. Again, that you for your time. Scott Kading (319 )430-0696 www.iowacityyachtclub.com *** eSafe scanned this ernail for malicious content *** * ** IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders *** 7/6/2004 0"---_- '·___m -- .---" -- m:J HOLLAND & ANDERSON LLP c. Joseph Holland 123 N. Linn St., Suite 300 jholland@icialaw.com P.O. Box 2820 Lars G. Anderson Iowa City, IA 52244-2820 landerson@icialaw.com Phone: (319) 354-0331 LeAnn Heun Fax: (319) 354-0559 lheun@icialaw.com June 23, 2004 "" = Marian Karr 0 = .r- City Clerk ~O <- p¡ = 11 City ofIowa City -' z: 0' N - - Civic Center -jC) r :<. :1] 410 Washington St. rn """ .'~ -:0 ::>: i-.J Iowa City, IA 52240 C)-·-- - .-" - <:: .. p N - RE: REZ04-00012 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Dear Marian: I represent Jim Clark in connection with the two matters which were passed out of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Thursday June 17. These are the proposed Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Rezoning Application referred to above. On behalf of Mr. Clark I would like to request that the City Council proceedings on these matters be expedited. I have looked at the meeting schedule and if the typical procedures were followed, the third reading ofthe rezoning ordinance might not occur until the first week in October. My client would like to have some certainty in planning for the property so that some necessary work could commence prior to the weather changing in the fall and early winter. Would you please keep this in mind as dates and agendas for Council meetings are finalized. Should any special meetings be scheduled in the summer months, we would appreciate the opportunity to have these matters placed on the agenda in an expedited fashion. We would also ask that the required readings of the ordinance rezoning this property and the Council vote upon the ordinance be condensed as much as possible, even to one meeting if the Council should be agreeable to that. .- ._, -- -- .._-,....,.._....__._..~...^-_._._... Thanks for your consideration on this. Very truly yours, CJH:ses cc: Jim Clark ....0 0 =, = .r" ~O '- »:::j c:: ìl ./ Z C)' N ,- -,r-" ç- -"'1,,; hl ' r- --<"'01 "'" .c----o --rr :JI: \.....} o~ - s/' - .. » N - , 7-"'- .v<f I 5'c.. HOLLAND & ANDERSON LLP C. Joseph Holland 123 N. Linn St., Suite 300 jholland@icialaw.com P.O. Box 2820 Lars G. Anderson Iowa City, IA 52244-2820 Janderson@icialaw.com Phone: (319) 354-0331 LeAnn Heun Fax: (319) 354-0559 Iheun@icialaw.com June 23, 2004 "~ 0 c.:::. <= .r- Marian Karr :;:;:0 '- "- - §E 11 City Clerk /' -j City ofIowa City 0-< '" c- --; c~ .c- Civic Center .-<r ;no m m C-, -~::1J ::I: 410 Washington St. 0-- - .J :2:/'. - Iowa City, IA 52240 .. ):> '" - RE: REZ04-00006/SUB04-00007 Dear Marian: I represent Southgate Development which is the Applicant in the above two zoning matters. Each of these was passed out of the Planning and Zoning Commission with a favorable recommendation at their June 17 meeting. I have reviewed the schedule of Council meetings for the next few months and if typical procedures are followed the final approval ofthese items could be as late as October 5. I would like to request that these proceedings be expedited. If there are special meetings scheduled during the summer months we would appreciate the opportunity to have this added to the Agenda for those meetings, as the Agendas and Meetings are finalized. We would also ask that the required readings on the rezoning ordinance be condensed as much as possible, if that is agreeable to the Council. Thanks for your consideration ofthis. Very truly yours, CJH:ses cc: Glenn Siders - .-. ...