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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-10-08 Council minutesSubject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-,5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES OCTOBER 8, 1996 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Arkins, Helling, Woito, Karr, Franklin, Nasby, Craig. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 96-123 & 124, Both Sides. The Mayor proclaimed Kelly Day - October 7, 1996; Toastmasters Day - October 8, 1996; Childhood Hunger Awareness Day - October 16, 1996, Ron Hall accepted; Economy Advertising Company Week - October 6-12, 1996, Bill Bywater accepted. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizen Awards to Hoover Elementary School students: Erin Alward and Emily Adamek. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of September 24, 1996, and the special meetings of September 30 and October 2, 1996, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Historic Preservation Comm. September 10, 1996. Housing and Community Development Comm. - September 12, 1996. (a) To approve the revisions to the FY97 CDBG\HOME budget as proposed. (b) To approve the HOME Annual Performance Report, the CDBG Grantee Performance Report, the Supplemental CDBG Grantee Performance Report, and the Consolidated Plan Annual Performance Report. P&R Comm. - September 18, 1996. P&Z Comm. - September 19, 1996. Permit Motions: Approving a Class C Liquor License for Hilltop Lounge, 1100 N. Dodge St. Approving a Class C Liquor License for La Casa, 1200 S. Gilbert Ct. Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Godfather's Pizza, 207 E. Washington St. Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Godfather's Pizza, 531 Hwy. 1 West. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Kirkwood 76, 300 Kirkwood Ave. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for QuikTrip //548, 955 Mormon Trek Blvd. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Millermart, Inc., 2303 Muscatine Ave. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Dell Mart //1, 525 Hwy. 1 West. Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $11,426,299.17 for the period of August I through August 31, 1996, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Approve revisions to the FY97 Annual Action Plan Budget for Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership Program funds. Resolutions, Bk. 116: RES. 96-281, p. 281, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 803 EAST CHURCH STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 96-282, p. 282, APPROVING COMPREHENSIVE IMPROVEMENTS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CLAP) AMENDMENT //17 TO THE Council Activities October 8, 1996 Page 2 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT KC-9166. RES. 96-283, p. 283, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, TILE LINES, WATER MAIN AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE EAST HILL SUBDIVISION, AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. Correspondence: Wilfreda Hieronymus regarding downtown. Neighbors of Sycamore Street regarding 1418 Sycamore Street. (Memorandum from City Manager included.) Curt and Nancy Skay regarding 828 St. Anne's Drive. Gary Watts and John Moreland regarding extension of Court Street. John Gross regarding downtown beautification. Charles Gurney regarding animal control ordinance. Michael Brodt regarding animal control ordinance. Grace Trifaro regarding animal control ordinance. Grace Trifaro regarding exotic/wild animals. Susan Goodnet, M.D., regarding pigeons. Benn Dunnington regarding Shaw shooting incident. Steve Hendrix and Dianne Kaufman regarding Shaw shooting incident. Betty McKray regarding Shaw shooting incident. Notice of Purchase of Equipment from the Purchasing Division. Richard Dolezal regarding Oakland Cemetery expansion. David Baldus regarding Police Citizen Review Bd. Applications for Use of City Streets and Public Grounds: Grace Trifaro (Citizens for Animal Rights and the Environment) for the purpose of distributing literature - September 23, approved. Joy Kelly (Regina High School) for the purpose of Regina Homecoming Parade - September 27, approved. Lissa Novitch (American Diabetes Association) for the purpose of Walktoberfest - October 6, approved. Robin Butler (Northside Marketplace) for the purpose of Northside Marketplace Street Festival - October 13, approved. Applications for Use of City Plaza: Kevin Burt (Conner Center) for purpose of fundraising - October 3, 1996, approved. Eugene Bilyk (ISKCON) for the purpose of distributing literature - September 30 - October 2, approved. Cass Kernstine (Old Capitol Skaters' Alliance) for the purpose of selling Chamber of Commerce coupon books - October 4, approved. Joseph Ditto for the purpose of selling hand-crafted blankets and sweaters (Ambulatory Vending Permit for remainder of 1996 season), approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 710, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Jim Throgmorton, 715 N. Linn, appeared regarding the Shaw shooting. Dan Tiedt, PIP Printing, requested Council consideration of a storm sewer project, in conjunction with the sanitary sewer project already planned next spring in the Highland Avenue area. Staff will follow up on Mr. Tiedt's request. Ken Mobily, Senior Center Commissioner, updated Council on the activities at the Center. Rene Paine, 823 Ronalds, thanked Council for the vote approving the contract with PATV and distributed copies of the current newsletter. Carol de Prosse appeared concerning the Shaw shooting. John Balmer, 10 Princeton Ct., appeared concerning the new water treatment plant. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to set a public hearing for October 22, 1 996, on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 7, entitled "Land Subdivisions," Article A, entitled "General Subdivision Provisions," Section 4, entitled "Establishment of Control," pertaining to City review of subdivisions located within two miles of the City's boundaries. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, all Council Members present. Council Activities October 8, 1996 Page 3 Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Lehman, to set a public hearing for October 22, 1996, on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article M, entitled "Accessory Uses and Buildings," Section 1, entitled "Permitted Accessory Uses and Buildings," to allow satellite receiving devices smaller than one meter in diameter in any yard or on the roof of any structure in residential areas. Council requested information concerning the federal regulations that require City compliance prior to the public hearing. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6~0, Baker absent. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to set a public hearing for October 22, 1996, on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article I, entitled "Public Zone," Subsection 4, entitled "Special Exceptions," to allow communications towers as a special exception in the P, Public zone. Council requested information concerning any federal regulations concerning this matter prior to the public hearing. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, to set a public hearing for October 22, 1996, on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article B, entitled "Zoning Definitions," to add definitions associated with wireless communications facilities, including "communications tower," "communications equipment building," and "communications station." The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to combine item 6e. a public hearing on a resolution approving the voluntary annexation of approximately 7.12 acres located west of Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River (Glasgow); and item 6f. a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of approximately 7.12 acres located west of Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River, from County RS, Suburban Residential, to P, Public (Glasgow). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. No one appeared. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance vacating the portion of St. Matthias' Street (formerly known as St. Matthias' Alley), right-of-way located north of Dodge St. and St. John's Alley, located between St. Clement's Street and St. Matthias' St. {Roberts Home Town Dairy), be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 96-3751, Bk. 39, p. 45, VACATING A PORTION OF LEE STREET, AN UNDEVELOPED RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED BETWEEN RIVER STREET AND OTTO STREET (Barkan). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Lehman, to adopt ORD. 96-3752, Bk. 39, p. 46, AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 6, ENTITLED "ZONING," ARTICLE H, ENTITLED "INDUSTRIAL ZONES," SECTION 1, ENTITLED "GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ZONE (I-1)" TO ADD A SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO ALLOW LIMITED RETAIL SALES IN THE I-1 ZONE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES. 96-284, Bk. 116, p. 284, APPROVING A FINAL PLAT OF GALWAY HILLS, PART THREE, A 21.29 ACRE, 53-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED SOUTH OF GALWAY DRIVE AND EAST OF HIGHWAY 218, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Council indicated that the issue of tap on fees would be discussed at a later time after staff has prepared a site specific ordinance. The Mayor Council Activities October 8, 1996 Page 4 declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Kubby, Lehman. Nays: Baker. Absent: None. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 96-285, Bk. 116, p. 285, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF HUNTERS RUN, PART 8, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 96-286, Bk. 116, p. 286, RESCINDING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SADDLESROOK ADDITION AND THE FINAL PLAT OF SADDLEBROOK ADDITION, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES. 96-287, Bk. 116, p. 287, APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SADDLEBROOK ADDITION AND A FINAL PLAT OF SADDLEBROOK ADDITION, PART 1, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending approval of a request to fezone 38.22 acres located on the west side of Prairie Du Chien Road, approximately 1/4 mile north of Newport Road from A1, Agricultural, to RS-3, Suburban Residential. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, to defer to October 22, 1996, a resolution authorizing execution of a letter of understanding between the City of Iowa City and the Elks Golf and Country Club regarding Foster Road extended and golf course changes in connection with the new water treatment plant. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Vanderhoef, to continue to October 22, 1996, a public hearing on a resolution authorizing conveyance by sale and/or lease of land adjacent to the Elks Golf and Country Club. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, to defer to October 22, 1996, a resolution authorizing conveyance by sale and/or lease of land adjacent to the Elks Golf and Country Club. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance correcting Ordinance No. 84-3219, vacating a forty-foot portion of the alley right-of-way running north-south between Harrison Street and Prentiss Street abutting the east side of the property located at 522 South Dubuque Street. No one appeared. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance correcting Ordinance No. 84-3219, vacating a forty-foot (40') portion of the alley right-of-way running north-south between Harrison Street and Prentiss Street and abutting the east side of the property located at 522 South Dubuque Street, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to finally be passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 96-3753, Bk. 39, p. 47, AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 3, Council Activities October 8, 1996 Page 5 ARTICLE B, ENTITLED "PROJECT SPECIFIC TAP-ON FEES," TO CLARIFY THE NOTICE PROCEDURES REQUIRED FOR THE ADOPTION OF A PROJECT SPECIFIC TAP-ON FEE, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance correcting Ordinance No. 96-3744 in order to accurately renumber and reletter the ending subsections of the Sensitive Areas Development Plan Design Guidelines section of the Sensitive Areas Ordinance, be given first vote for consideration. Council requested clarification of L14 on Page 7 of the explanatory memo as to whether it was a whole new section of the ordinance or simply a renumbered section prior to second consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 710, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 96-288, Bk. 116, p. 288, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY (add 1 library coordinator and .25 public services clerk, and delete 1 public services clerk) Library Director Craig present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 96-289, Bk. 116, p. 289, CONFIRMING TCI CABLEVlSION'S REQUESTED RATE INCREASE AND ESTABLISHING TCI CABLEVlSlON'S "MAXIMUM PERMITTED RATE" FOR BASIC CABLE SERVICE. Asst. City Mgr. Helling present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Kubby, to appoint Sandy Kuhlmann, 1030 E. College St., to the Housing & Community Development Commission to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 1997. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, all Council Members present. Council Member Baker reminded citizens of the University of Iowa debate scheduled November 7 at the Law School Auditorium concerning the question "Should Iowa City renovate its downtown". Baker questioned whether all public hearings could be set on the Consent Calendar. Staff will follow up. In response to Baker, the City Manager stated he would provide information addressing the graffiti problem within 30 days. Council Member Vanderhoef reported that staff was following up on the railroad crossing at Lafayette and Clinton and the train blocking/delays on Hwy. 6. The Mayor presented a birthday card to Council Member Thornberry. Council Member Kubby noted two events scheduled in the city on Sunday, October 13. First the Hospice Road Race scheduled in the morning the second the Northside Marketplace street fair in the afternoon. Council Member Norton reported the Council subcommittee (Norton and Kubby) meeting with the Student Senate and their desire to schedule a joint meeting with the Council and Student Senators before the end of the year. The Mayor outlined the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant just received by the University and the City to reduce binge drinking among the student population; stated a summary report of the City's internal investigation of the Shaw shooting is available; Reno Street park has a new picnic plaza; complimented the Fire Department on the open house held the previous Sunday; noted the City Special Census was in its final stage and urged citizens who had not been contacted to call the Census Office at 338-1234; and stated Council Activities October 8, 1996 Page 6 City employees were going to help senior citizens prepare their homes for winter, do leaf raking, storm window installation, gutter cleaning, and general coordination for a cleanup day on November 2. The City Attorney reported she would be presiding as Chairman of the Continuing Education Legal Education Committee for the Environmental Law section of the Bar Association at their seminar scheduled October 17-18 in Amana. In addition she will be presenting "Nationwide Wetlands Permits and Archeology and Historic Preservation and How To Avoid Work Orders" . Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adjourn 9:03 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, all Council Members present. Nao~ni J. N~icl{, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 9/24/96 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members pmsenl: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thomben'S, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. The Mayor proclaimed Victory Temple Weekend September 20-22; Domestic Violence Awareness Month - October, Regina Bailey accepted; Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October; Mammography Day - October 19; Fire Prevention Week - October 6-12, Lt. Larry Kahler accepted. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meetings of September 9 and 17, and the regular meeting of September 10, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commis- sions: Historic Preservation Comm. - July 9, August 20. Bd. of Adjustment - August 14. P&R Comm. - August 14. Airport Comm. - August 15. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Diamond Dave's Taco Co., 1604 Sycamore St. Class B Beer Permit for Mini Mart, 731 S. Riverside Dr. Class E Liquor License for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy I West. Class E Beer Permit for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy 1 West. Resolutions: RES. 96-267, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A GRANT UNDER 49 U.S.C. 5307 FOR TRANSIT OPERATING AND CAPITAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING. RES. 96-268, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND FIRST NATIONAL BANK, IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 723 OAKLAND AVENUE, IOWA CITY, Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 2 IOWA. RES. 96-269, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE HIGHWAY l/GILBERT STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. RES. 96- 270, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH MAIN STREET PARTNERS, AN IOWA PARTNERSHIP, FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR PORTIONS OF COLLEGE AND GILBERT STREETS IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 96-271, APPROVING THE PUBLIC HOUSING MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (PHMAP) CERTIFICATION OF THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR FY96. RES. 96-272. AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A PARTIAL RELEASE AGREEMENT CONCERNING THE PUBLIC WALKWAYS FOR VILLAGE GREEN SOUTH, PART 4A, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Correspondence: Floyde Pelkey regarding employment at City. Nancy Footner indicating resignation from Design Review Committee. Christina Randall regarding Friendship Street/Shamrock Ddve Creek Channel improvement Project. Bruce Randall regarding Friendship Street/Shamrock Drive Creek Channel Improvement Pro- ject. Todd Janus regarding Mormon Trek / Abbey Lane Drainage Issues. Cynthia Otis Chadton regarding Slmw shooting incident. Leora Rew Houghton regarding Shaw shooting incident. Sarah Barrash regarding Shaw shooting incident. David Baldus regarding citizen review board. Jim Gilmore regarding Shaw shooting incident. John Nesbitt regarding Shaw shooting incident Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following posi- tions: Clerkf 'typist - Solid Waste; Mass Transit Operator; Parking Cashier; Treatment Plant Operator. John Nesbitt regarding planning and development, and City Council Campaign for Election 1997. Bob Leutner in response to John Nesbitt's letter on development. Dr. Shawn Lockhad regarding animal con- trol. Doris Walden regarding exotic ani- mals. Jo Eland regarding exotic animals. The Monday Forum regarding priorities for downtown. Mark Phillips and the Elks Trustees regarding activities at the Elks Club. Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 3 Applications for Use of City Streets and Public Grounds: Wendy Thiessen, Doctors' Ought to Care Dash - September 27. Applications for Use of City Plaza: Ann Tdmble, Harkin Steak Fry tickets - September 8. Susan Craig, 'Exercise Your Right to Read-In Day" - October 3. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The following individuals appeared regarding the proposed pet animal control ordinance: Jo Eland, 820 E. Bloomington; Dr. Susan Goodher, 4649 Running Deer Ct. NE; Atty. John Baaslay, 321 E. Market St., representing Don Seydel; Roger Anderson, 1310 and 1421 Cedar St.; Stephen Vlastos, 1346 E. Bloomington St.; Baerbel (Babbs) Anderson, 1310 and 1421 Cedar St.; Ann Goetz, 1415 E. Davenpod St.; Janet Goetz, 1415 E. Davenport St.; Flora Cassiliano, 1176 Hotz Ave.; Josepha (Josie) Henderson, 928 Iowa Ave.; Maggie Conroy, 336 Magowan Ave.; Paul Terhaar, 804 N. Dubuque St.; Jean Rasmussen, 3151 Balfour St.; Don Morrisen, 4248 Anderson Ave.; Rena Kelley, 2254 S. Riverside Dr.; Anna May Miller, 1333 Davenport St.; Jessie Singerman, 1176 Hotz Ave.; Mary Ann Rasmussen, 1346 Bloomington Ave.; John Kramer, 1409 E. Davenport St.; Terry Trueblood, 1339 E. Davenport St.; Sara Kimble, 521 Kirkwood Ave.; Dr. Shawn Lockhad, 706 Diana Ct.; Mike Hajdu, 324 N. Lucas; and Cynthia Larson. Senior Center Comm., announced the hiring of Julie Seal as the new program specialist and noted events planned for the 15th anniversary celebration. John Balmer, 10 Princeton Court, questioned when Council would be scheduling discussion of city cemetery expansion. Balmer offered condolences to the Eric Shaw family and questioned actions of Council Member Kubby prior to and at the Council meeting of September 10. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for October 8, on a resolution approving the City-initiated annexation of an approximate five-acre tract located west of Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public headrig for October 8, on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of an approximate five-acre tract, located west of Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River, from County RS, Suburban Residential, to P, Public. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 4 on for final passage at two Council meetings pdor to the meeting that ORD. 96-3750, AMENDING THE CONDITIONAL ZONING AGR. EEMENT FOR WESTPORT PLAZA LOCATED AT 855 HIGHWAY I WEST (Staples), be adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Rick Bemdt, Shiva Hattery. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded that the ordinance vacating the portion of St. Mattbias' Street right- of-way located north of Dodge St and St. John's Alley, located between St. Clement's Street and St. Matthias' St., be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance vacating a portion of Lee Street, an undeveloped right-of-way located between River Street and Otto Street, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded that ordinance amending Tifie 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article H, antilied "Industrial Zones," Section 1, antilied "General Industrial Zone (I-1)" to add a special exception to allow limited retail sales in the I-1 zone, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded to defer to October 8, a resolution approving the Final Plat of Galway Hills, Part Three. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Charles Mullen, attorney for the applicant, DAV-ED Limited. The Mayor declared lhe motion carded. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96° 273, APPROVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL FINAL PLAT OF WOODLAND RIDGE, PART ONE, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA. A public hearing was held on the City's Supplemental Community Development Block Grant Grantee Performance Report for Fiscal Year 1996. A public hearing was held on the City's Community Development Block Grant Grantee Pedormance Report for Fiscal Year 1996. A public hearing was held on the City of Iowa City Consolidated Plan Annual Pedormance Report for Fiscal Year 1996 and authorizing the City Manager to submit said report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 274, ADOPTING THE CITY OF IOWA CITY Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 5 CONSOLIDATED PLAN (AKA CITY STEPS) ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT FOR FISCAl.. YEAR 1996, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID REPORT TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. A public headrig was held on the conveyance of a four-foot wide tract of land from the northerly portion of Shamrock Place Apa :ments 3501-3560 Shamrock Place, Iowa City, Iowa to the Court Hill Owners Association. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 275 AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A FOUR-FOOT WIDE TRACT OF LAND FROM THE NORTHERLY PORTION OF SHAMROCK PLACE APARTMENTS, 3501-3560 SHAMROCK PLACE, IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO THE COURT HILL OWNERS ASSOCIATION.. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 3, Adicle B, entitled "Project Specific Tap-On Fees," to clarify the notice procedures required for the adoption of a project-specific tap*on fee, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 276, AUTHORIZING THE AIRPORT COMMISSION TO PROCEED WITH DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT TO CONSTRUCT ADDITIONAL HANGAR SPACE AT THE IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 277 AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE TRAFFIC ENGINEERING, STREETS, AND ENGINEERING DIVISIONS OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND THE JCCOG TRANSPORTATION PLANNING DIVISION OF THE PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. Moved and seconded to defer to October 8, a resolulion authorizing execution of a letter of understanding between the City of Iowa City and the Elks Golf and Country Club regarding Foster Road extended and golf course changes in connection with the new water treatment planT. The Mayor declared the motion ca,Tied. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 278 APPROVING A CHAPTER 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, AND JOHNSON COUNTY REGARDING PRE- ERVATION OF THE CORRIDOR FOR THE EXTENSION OF HIGHWAY 965 BETWEEN HIGHWAY 6 AND HIGHWAY 1. Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 6 Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 279, AMENDING "ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT POLICIES, STRATEGIES, AND ACTIONS FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY" BY ADDING INDUSTRIES/TECHNOLOGIES OPPORTU- NITY LIST AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 96- 280 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN TO THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, IOWA, AND PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION, INC. FOR FUNDING, OPERATION, AND MANAGEMENT OF THE LOCAL PUBLIC ACCESS FUNCTION. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 1997. This appointment is being deferred to the October 8, meeting of the City Council to allow for a 30-day advertising pedod. Moved and seconded to adjourn 10:25 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carded. A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. s/NAOMI J. NOVICK, MAYOR s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK Submitted for publication - 1013196. clerk~cc924min.nws Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's office 3§6-5040. Tl~e cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 9/30/96 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: Baker. Moved and seconded to adjourn to execu- tive session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. The Mayor declared the motion car- ried and adjourned into executive session. Moved and seconded to recess the special meeting.The Mayor declared the motion car- ried. Council held a worksession on the capital improvements projects. After that discussion, moved and seconded to reconvene the special meeting for the purpose of returning to executive session. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn the special meeting 10:27 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. s/NAOMI J. NOVlCK, MAYOR Submi~ed for publication 10/3/96. Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's office 356-5040. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 10/2/96 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 10:10 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. This meeting is being held pursuant to the emergency provision of the Code of Iowa, Section 21.4(2) for good cause where 24 hour notice is impossible or impractical, namely litigation strategy that requires timely attention. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn the special meeting 11:03. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. s/NAOMI J. NOVICK, MAYOR s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK ,~,~,,~(~ Submitted for publication 1013196. Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER 24, 1996 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thomberry, Vander'noef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Mitchell, Karr, Franklin, O'Neil, Head, Davidson, Schmadeke. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 96-108, Side 2; 96-112 & 113, Both Sides. The Mayor proclaimed Victory Temple Weekend - September 20-22, 1996; Domestic Violence Awareness Month - October 1996, Regina Bailey accepted; Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October 1996; Mammography Day - October 19, 1996; Fire Prevention Week- October 6-12, 1996, Lt. Larry Kahler accepted. The Mayor introduced Asst. City Atty. Dennis Mitchell and welcomed him to his first Council meeting. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meetings of September 9 and 17, 1996, and the regular meeting of September 10, 1996, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Historic Preservation Comm. - July 9, 1996, August 20, 1996. Bd. of Adjustment - August 14, 1996. P&R C3mm. - August 14, 1996. Airport Comm. - August 15, 1996. Permit Motions: Approving a Class C Liquor License for Diamond Dave's Taco Co., 1604 Sycamore St. Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Mini Mar[, 731 S. Riverside Dr. Approving a Class E Liquor License for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy 1 West. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy 1 West. Resolutions, Bk. 116: RES. 96-267, p. 267, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A GRANT UNDER 49 US.C. 5307 FOR TRANSIT OPERATING AND CAPITAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING. RES 96- 268, p. 268, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND FIRST NATIONAL BANK, IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 723 OAKLAND AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 96-269, p. 269, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE HIGHWAY l/GILBERT STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. RES. 96-270, p. 270, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH MAIN STREET PARTNERS, AN IOWA PARTNERSHIP, FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR PORTIONS OF COLLEGE AND GILBERT STREETS IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 96-271, p. 271, APPROVING THE PUBLIC HOUSING MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (PHMAP) CERTIFICATION OF THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR FY96 RES. 96- 272, p. 272, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO A'I-I'EST A PARTIAL RELEASE AGREEMENT CONCERNING THE PUBLIC WALKWAYS FOR VILLAGE GREEN SOUTH, PART 4A, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Correspondence: Floyde Pelkey regarding employment at City. Nancy Footner indicating resignation from Design Review Committee. Christina Randall regarding Friendship Street/Shamrock Ddve Creek Channel Improvement Project. Bruce Randall regarding Friendship Street/Shamrock Drive Creek Channel Improvement Project (Response memorandum from staff to Mr. and Mrs. Randall included in Council packet.) Todd Janus regarding Mormon Trek / Abbey Lane Drainage Issues. (Response memorandum from staff included in Council packet.) Cynthia Otis CharItOh regarding Shaw shooting incident. Leora Rew Houghton regarding Shaw shooting incident. Sarah Barrash regarding Shaw shooting incident. David Baldus regarding citizen review board. Jim Gilmore regarding Shaw shooting incident. John Nesbitt Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 2 regarding Shaw shooting incident Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following positions: Clerk/Typist - Solid Waste; Mass Transit Operator; Parking Cashier; Treatment Plant Operator. John Nesbitt regarding planning and development, and City Council Campaign for Election 1997. Bob Leutner in response to John Nesbitt's letter on development. Dr. Shawn Lockhart regarding animal control. Dods Walden regarding exotic animals. Jo Eland regarding exotic animals. The Monday Forum regarding priorities for downtown. Mark Phillips and the Elks Trustees regarding activities at the Elks Club. Applications for Use of City Streets and Public Grounds: Wendy Thiessen, Doctors' Ought to Care Dash - September 27, 1996. Applications for Use of City Plaza: Ann Tdmble, Harkin Steak Fry tickets - September 8, 1996. Susan Craig, "Exercise Your Right to Read-In Day" - October 3, 1996. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The following individuals appeared regarding the proposed pet animal control ordinance: Jo Eland, 820 E. Bloomington; Dr. Susan Goodnet, 4649 Running Deer Ct. NE; Atly. John Beasley, 321 E. Market St., representing Don Seydel; Roger Anderson, 1310 and 1421 Cedar St.; Stephen Vlastos, 1346 E. Bloomington St.; Baerbel (Babbs) Anderson, 1310 and 1421 Cedar St.; Ann Goetz, 1415 E. Davenport St.; Janet Goetz, 1415 E. Davenport St.; Flora Cassiliano, 1176 Hotz Ave.; Josepha (Josie) Henderson, 928 Iowa Ave.; Maggie Conroy, 336 Magowan Ave.; Paul Terhaar, 804 N. Dubuque St.; Jean Rasmussen, 3151 Balfour St., Don Morrison: 4248 Anderson Ave.; Rena Kelley, 2254 S. Riverside Dr.; Anna May Miller, 1333 Davenport St.; Jessie Singerman, 1176 Hotz Ave.; Mary Ann Rasmussen, 1346 Bloomington Ave.; John Kramer, 1409 E. Davenport St.; Terry Trueblood, 1339 E. Davenport St.; Sara Kimble, 521 Kirkwood Ave.; Dr. Shawn Lockhart, 706 Diana Ct.; Mike Hajdu, 324 N. Lucas; and Cynthia Larson. Animal Shelter Supr. Goodman present for discussion. Phihp Zell, Senior Center Comm., announced the hiring of Julie Seal as the new program specialist and noted events planned for the 15th anniversary celebration. John Balmer, 10 Princeton Court, questioned when Council would be scheduling discussion of city cemetery expansion. The Mayor stated the a joint meeting with the P&R Comm. would be scheduled after minutes of the last P&R meeting become available. Balmer offered condolences to the Enc Shaw family and questioned actions of Council Member Kubby pdor to and at the Council meeting of September 10. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Thomberry, to set a public headrig for October 8, 1996, on a resolution approving the City-initiated annexation of an approximate five-acre tract located west of Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River (Glasgow). The Mayor declared the motion carded unanimously, 5~0, Baker and Lehman absent. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to set a public hearing for October 8, 1996, on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of an approximate five-acre tract, located west of Dubuque Street and south of the Iowa River, from County RS, Suburban Residential, to P, Public (Glasgow). The Mayor declared the motion carded unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Moved by Thomberry, seconded by Norton, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting that ORD. 96-3750, Bk. 39, p. 44, AMENDING THE CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT FOR WESTPORT PLAZA LOCATED AT 855 HIGHWAY I WEST (Staples), be adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carded, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thomberry, Vanderhoef. Nays: Baker. Absent. None. Moved by Thomberry, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/2, with the following division or roll call vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thomberry, Vanderhoef. Nays: Baker, Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to accept correspondence from R~ck Berndt, Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 3 Shive Hattery. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0. all Council Members present. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance vacating the portion of St. Matthias' Street (formerly known as St. Matthias' Alley), right-of-way located north of Dodge St. and St. John's Alley, located between St. Clement's Street and St. Matthias' St. (Roberts Hometown Dairy), be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance vacating a portion of Lee Street, an undeveloped right-of-way located between River Street and Otto Street (Barkan), be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Lehman, that ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zoning," Article H, entitled "Industrial Zones," Section 1, entitled "General Industrial Zone (I-1)" to add a special exception to allow limited retail sales in the I-1 zone, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Thomberry, K~bby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Vanderhoef. Nays: Baker. Absent: None. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Kubby, to defer to October 8, 1996, a resolution approving the Final Plat of Galway Hills, Part Three. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to accept correspondence from Charles Mullen, attorney for the applicant, DAV-ED Limited. The Mayor declared the motion carded unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thomberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 96-273, Bk. 116, p. 273, APPROVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL FINAL PLAT OF WOODLAND RIDGE, PART ONE, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on the City's Supplemental Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Grantee Performance Report for Fiscal Year 1996. No one appeared. A public headng was held on the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Grantee Performance Report for Fiscal Year 1996. No one appeared. A public headrig was held on the City of Iowa City Consolidated Plan (aka City Steps) Annual Performance Report for Fiscal Year 1996 and authorizing the City Manager to submit said report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. No one appeared. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES. 96-274, Bk. 116, p.274, ADOPTING THE CITY OF IOWA CITY CONSOLIDATED PLAN (AKA CiTY STEPS) ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID REPORT TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public headrig was held on the conveyance of a four-foot wide tract of land from the northerly portion of Shamrock Place Apartments 3501-3560 Shamrock Place, Iowa City, Iowa to the Court Hill Owners Association. No one appeared. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 96-275, Bk. 116, p.275. AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A FOUR-FOOT WIDE TRACT OF LAND FROM THE NORTHERLY PORTION OF SHAMROCK PLACE APARTMENTS, 3501-3560 SHAMROCK PLACE, IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO THE COURT HILL OWNERS ASSOCIATION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 3, Article B, entitled "Project Specific Tap-On Fees," to cladfy the notice procedures required for the adoption of a project-specific tap-on fee, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 4 revised 10/8/96 Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thomberry, to adopt RES. 96-276, Bk. 116, p. 276, AUTHORIZING THE AIRPORT COMMISSION TO PROCEED WITH DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT TO CONSTRUCT ADDITIONAL HANGAR SPACE AT THE IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Airport Mgr. O'Neil present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to defer to October 8, 1996, a resolution eliminating the Traffic Engineering Division. The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 2~5, with Kubby and Norton voting "aye'. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thomberry, to adopt RES. 96-277, Bk. 116, p. 277, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE TRAFFIC ENGINEERING, STREETS, AND ENGINEERING DIVISIONS OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND THE JCCOG TRANSPORTATION PLANNING DIVISION OF THE PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. JCCOG Executive Director Davidson present for discussion. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Novick, Thomberry, Vanderhoef, Baker, Lehman, Norton. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to defer to October 8, 1996, a resolution authorizing execution of a letter of understanding between the City of Iowa City and the Elks Golf and Country Club regarding Foster Road extended and golf course changes in connection with the new water treatment plant. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES. 96-278, Bk. 116, p. 278, APPROVING A CHAPTER 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, AND JOHNSON COUNTY REGARDING PRESERVATION OF THE CORRIDOR FOR THE EXTENSION OF HIGHWAY 965 BETWEEN HIGHWAY 6 AND HIGHWAY 1. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Thomberry, Vanderhoef, Lehman, Norton, Novick. Nays: Baker, Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 96-279, Bk. 116, p. 279, AMENDING "ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT POLICIES, STRATEGIES, AND ACTIONS FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY" BY ADDING INDUSTRIES/TECHNOLOGIES OPPORTUNITY LIST AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council commended the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee for their efforts. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 96-280, Bk. 116, p. 280, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN TO THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, IOWA, AND PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION, INC. FOR FUNDING, OPERATION, AND MANAGEMENT OF THE LOCAL PUBLIC ACCESS FUNCTION. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Vanderhoef. Nays: Thomberry. Absent: None. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 1997. This appointment is being deferred to the October 8 meeting of the City Council to allow for a 30- day advertising pedod. Council Member Norton noted the suggestion made by Janelie Rettig to have Fire and * Police work together on business contacts for each City establishment. The City Mgr. stated staff will follow-up. Norton requested Council consideration of a request for funds for an engineering study regarding the Hickory Hill/cemetery expansion issue. After discussion, Council directed staff to proceed with the engineering review pnor to scheduling a joint meeting with the P&R Comm. on the matter. Council Member Kubby requested staff research the issue of an environmentally fdendly cemetery pdor to the joint meeting also. Council Member Baker requested the Commission also address the issue of City staying in the cemetery business. Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 5 Norton noted the Housing Forum scheduled for October 23, and reported on his attendance at the League of Iowa Municipalities meeting in Cedar Rapids the previous week. Council Member Kubby reminded citizens of the Citizen forum sponsored by Iowa City Press-Citizen entitled "Rebuilding Trust" scheduled September 26. She pointed out a recent Press-Citizen editorial talking about the value of preserving histodc places, and stated the comments made about the Butler House were not true and encouraged the individuals to confirm information before forming an opinion. Kubby noted the two letters from the Randalis' on the consent calendar concerning the Friendship Dr./Shamrock Drive Creek Channel Improvement Project and requested a memo from the City Engr. concerning the project and Council discussion be scheduled. Kubby requested the information concerning the City Low* Income Assistance Programs be provided in larger pdnt for ease in analyzing the material. The Mayor stated she has requested the Human Services Director research federal program income guidelines. Council Member Lehman reported on his attendance at the gourmet dinner sponsored by "Table to Table", a new organization where chefs volunteer their labor and local restaurants and grocery stores donate food. Council Member Thomberry read a letter complimenting an Iowa City Police Officer. Thomberry stated a number of bus shelters were looking messy and requested action. After discussion Council agreed to signage at the shelters informing riders that a container is on the bus and to throw away trash in the container. Thomberry reported on a number of complaints received when a train blocked the Hwy. 6 by-pass for 26 minutes on September 16. Asst. City Atty. Mitchell stated that violates State law and recommended contacting the County Attorney. Thomberry echoed the comments made by John Balmer earlier in the evening concerning the actions of Council Member Kubby on September 10. Council Member Vanderhoef requested further clarification on the downtown signage question relating to proper name for the downtown area, Civic Plaza or City Plaza or Ped Mall. The City Mgr. stated the ordinance calls the area the City Plaza but the ordinance could be amended if Council is so inclined. Staff will follow-up. Vanderhoef clarified Council would be discussing the Capital Improvement Projects (ClP) at 7:00 p.m. on September 30, noting her interest on getting information about the trails and parks. Vanderhoef reported that the City was in the process of planting trees down at the soccer field and because the City had received such a good bid more trees could be planted. Council Member Baker thanked the City Mgr. for a copy of the Purple Ribbon Committee on property taxation and requested a copy of the report be placed in the Public Library. He reminded the public of a debate by the Iowa Debate Team at the Boyd Law School auditorium scheduled November 7 with the topic being "Resolve that Iowa City should act to revitalize its urban center". Baker reported on a City Council primary election in Seattle when his son finished fourth. The Mayor reminded citizens of the Special City Census currently underway, and the Human Rights Breakfast scheduled October 10. The City Mgr. reminded Council of the special work sessions scheduled September 30 on Capital Improvement ProJects and on October 2 to finish up that discussion and further discussion of the police citizen review board. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thomberry, to adjoum 10:25 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carded unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Naomi J. Novick, Mayor Madan K. Karr, City Clerk clerk'cc924mln.doc Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's office 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER 30, 1996 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Kubb¥, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: Baker. Staffmembers present: Arkins, Woito, Karr, Winkelhake. Holecek. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 96-114, side 1. Moved by Norton, seconded by Venderhoer, to adjourn to executive session to dis- cuss strategy with counsel in matlers that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Baker absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 7:06 p.m. Council returned to open session 8:48 p.m. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to recess the special meeting, 8:50 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Council held a worksession on the capital improvements projects. After that discussion, moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, to reconvene the special meeting for the purpose of returning to executive session 10:05 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unenimously, 6/O, Baker absent. Council returned to open session 10:25 p.m. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Norton, to adjourn the special meeting 10:27 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Baker absent. Naomi J. Novick, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Subject to change as finalized by the City Clark. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's office 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES OCTOBER 2, 1996 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 1 O:10 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Novick presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, Novick, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Arkins, Helling, Woito, Karr. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 96-114, Side 2. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, to adjourn to executive session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. This meeting is being held pursuant to the emergency provision of the Code of Iowa, Section 21.4{2) for good cause where 24 hour notice is impossible or impractical, namely litigation strategy that requires timely attention. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 10:15 p.m. Council returned to open session 11:00 p.m. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thornberry, to adjourn the special meeting 11:03. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Naomi J. Novick, Mayor Marian K. Kerr, City Clerk Council Activities September 24, 1996 page 4 Moved by Lehman, seconded by Thomberry, to adopt RES. 96-276, Bk. 1' kUTHORIZING THE AIRPORT COMMISSION TO PROCEED WITH DEVELOI SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT TO CONSTRUCT ~GAR SPACE AT THE IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Airport Mgr. ssion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7~0, all Council Members pr :1 the resolution adopted. by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to defer to October 8 elimin; Kubby and 96-277, Bk. ENGINEERIN( DEPARTMENT PLANNING AND Davidson present following division of Norton. Nays: Kubby. Engineering Division. The Mayor declared the voting "aye". Moved by Lehman, seconded by Th, p. 27?, AMENDING THE BUDGETED 276, OF )resent for The Mayor AND ENGINEERING DIVISIONS THE JCCOG TRANSPORTATION ~MUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMEi scussion. The Mayor declared the vote: Ayes: Novick, Thorrib, None. a resolution 2/5, with to adopt RES. IN THE TRAFFIC THE PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION OF THE JCCOG Executive Director ;Glution adopted, 6/1, with the Vanderhoef, Baker, Lehman, Moved by Kubby, authorizing execution of a Golf and Country Club regardin! with the new water treatment all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded APPROVING A CHAPTER 28E CITY OF IOWA CITY, AND JOHNSON CORRIDOR FOR THE EXTENSION OI HIGHWAY 1. The Mayor declared the call vote: Ayes: Thornberry, Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded AMENDING "ECONOMIC THE CITY OF IOWA CITY" BY AN D FINANCIAL unanimous, 7~0, all Council Council commended the E, Moved by Vander; AUTHORIZING THE BETWEEN THE PUBLIC ACCESS T THE LOCAL PUBI with the followin Vanderhoef. N~ The Developmet This appoi~ day adver )nded by Lehman, to d~ of understanding Mayor d6 to October 8, 1996, a resolution the City of Iowa City and the Elks golf course changes in connection the motion carried unanimously, 7~0, to adopt RES. 96-278, Bk. 116, p. 278, THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, THE INTY REGARDING PRESERVATION OF THE ;HWAY 965 BETWEEN HIGHWAY 6 AND 5/2, with the following division of roll Norton, Novick. Nays: Baker, Kubby. Vanderhoef, POLICIES ELIGIBILITY present. The iomic Development Ad Ho( RES. 96-279, Bk. 116, p. 279, ]'RATEGIES, AND ACTIONS FOR NOLOGIES OPPORTUNITY LIST :S. Affirmative roll call vote the resolution adopted. ,e for their efforts. seconded by Norton, to adopt TO SIGN TO THE CITY CLERK TO IOWA CITY, IOWA, THE CITY OF INC. FOR FUNDING, OPERATION, ACCESS FUNCTION The Mayor declared the of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Kubby, Absent: None. noted the previously announced vacancies: Housing - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending is being deferred to the October 8 meeting of the City Council 96-280, Bk. 116, p. 280, ,LVILLE, IOWA, AND MANAGEMENT OF adopted, 6/1, Norton, Novick, Community er 1, 1997. v for a 30- Member Nor[on noted the suggestion made by Jan Rettig to have re and ~ther on business contacts for each City establishment. The City follow-up. Norton requested Council consideration of a request for funds an er g study regarding the Hickory Hill/cemetery expansion issue. After n, staff to proceed with the engineering review prior to scheduling a joint the P&R Comm. on the matter. Council Member Kubby requested staff research the of an environmentally friendly cemetery prior to the joint meeting also. Council Member requested the Commission also address the issue of City staying in the cemetery business.