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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
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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.
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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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,
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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 ,~,~,,~(~
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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
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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,
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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)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.