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MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
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June 30, 1995
Memo for Record
City Manager
Material Sent to Council Only
Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Construction of Private Transfer Station ,,~d,~
b. Early Warning System - Iowa River ~.
c. Water and Wastewater Projects - Local Preference ~
d. Industrial Park ~jl~
Copy of letter from City Manager to Robert Dostal regarding refuse ~?~ ~
collection fees.
Copy of letter from Congressman Greg Ganske to the City Manager regarding.~O~L~
Community Development Block Grant funds.
Memorandum from the Finance Director regarding Wastewater/Water Rate
options.
Memorandum from the Director of Parking and Transit regarding lighting
enhancement study.
Memorandum from the Director of Housing and Inspection Services regarding
establishment of a service quality task force for housing code enforcement
activities.
Memorandum from the City Forester regarding Whispering Prairie Avenue JO~/
tree planting.
Material from the City Attorney's office:
a. Memorandum regarding bylaws in all city boards and conmissions.
b. Letter regarding condemned property at 3337 Dubuque Street - relocation
costs.
Memorandum from the Airport Manager regarding Airport Master Plan Study.
Customer Survey Summary from the Police Department.
Agenda for the July 29 meeting of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. JO~
Date:
To:
From:
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
June 29, 1995
City Council
City Manager
Construction of Private Transfer Station
By now you are aware of the interest by N&N Sanitation to construct a transfer station for
the collection of refuse and transferring that refuse to a landfill out of the Iowa City area,
likely a landfill in Illinois. As I understand the N&N proposal, they are undertaking this project
for economic reasons. Clearly if the company is successful in the construction of the transfer
station and securing agreements with surrounding communities, it could have a significant
financial impact on the Iowa City landfill. We would be able to adjust our management
accordingly but my primary concern is that N&N may offer short-term economic gain (lower
landfill rates) to area communities which now use the hC. landfill, These communities may
see the short term benefit, but they also must be aware that such decisions can have long
term consequences, By the time we have adjusted.our operations, that is downsized staff and
other commitments, a current user, who joined N&N, may wish to return. This coming and
going of local jurisdictions (as landfill users) would be a significant financial hardship on the
City landfill operations, The issues of landfill liabilities are made more complex, We have
chosen to assume long-term liability for closure; in return non-Iowa City users pay a premium
on their tonnage. Without a plan for accumulating cash (financial assurance) such a policy
is in jeopardy.
While we do not have any official information as to how fast N&N Sanitation would choose
to move on their transfer station construction, we do need to consider it as a real possibility,
particularly with DNR approval already granted,
The Council had authorized the Mayor to call a meeting of various jurisdictior,~ to discuss this
and other landfill issues, That remains a good idea; however, if we are to proceed with this
meeting, we need to inform the other jurisdictions of your policy and all parties must be ful!y
aware of the consequences. If we are to remain a regional landfill and provide landfill services
in a responsible and economic fashion, we must have some control of the waste stream to
the landfill, Recent Supreme Court decisions severely restrict our ability for such control and
I see no effort on the part of the State to try to fashion legislation to protect interests of
landfill operators or regulate the waste stream. Quite to the contrary, it was the State which
approved the transfer station for N&N Sanitation.
The following is a list of what I believe to be pertinent issues to be considered prior to our
meeting with the other jurisdictions.
In calling the meeting with these jurisdictions, we must be prepared to advise them of
City policy. I have assumed the Council wishes to continue to operate a regional
landfill, make it available to all of Johnson County, Kalona and Riverside. in doing so
you wish to avoid any dramatic'changes in operations (comings and goings by users)
that could cause our rates, complement of employees, equipment purchase and
operating policies to be subject to unpredictable changes.
In order to maintain control of the waste stream, we must fashion some sort of an
agreement which provides for the waste to be "mandated" to be delivered to the Iowa
City landfill, Our review would indicate that 28E agreements with surrounding
jurisd!ctions could be an instrument to accomplish such "control," The 28E agreement
must be uniform; as I am sure you can appreciate, each jurisdiction may want their
own particular little wrinkle in the agreement. It is at this point that we must remain
resolute. If we have a variety of 28E agreements with a variety of arrangements, we
will simply open ourselves to charges of unfair treatment, certain advantages to one
community over another, etc. I am sure you are aware of the consequences of such
a debate.
The 28E agreement idea may be met with skepticism by other jurisdictions because
you are telling them what they have to do to continue their use of the Iowa City
landfill, If a jurisdiction should choose not to sign the agreement, they must seek
another landfill and solid waste services. They would not be able to return to the Iowa
City landfill, You may wish to consider a premium for which jurisdictions may "buy"
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their way back into Iowa City landfill usage; however, that does not resolve the
management problems of ups/downs of staffing, equipment, etc.
It is likely that we will need to pull out of our regional comprehensive plan partnership
in EClCOG, We will need.to design our own comprehensive plan for our landfill users,
The issues associated with this planning requirsment are complex, While it does not
appear to be an overly burdensome issue, the withdrawal from regional participation
could be met with concern and confusion.
We will need to re-design all of the protections/requirements necessary such as
liability, long-term financing, etc.
One major advantage is that we can reasonably project that the Iowa City landfill could
have a life of 25 + years - a real benefit to the jurisdictions that have agreements with
Iowa City. We would want to require all participating jurisdictions to require by
ordinance all waste be directed to the Iowa City landfill. This does not regulate
collection, only disposal.
This 28E agreement process will still cause us to be something of a "bully on the
playground," but at the same time we can offer a service to these jurisdictions that
they do not now enjoy - that service being a long*term agreement for disposal of their
solid waste, something I believe N&N Sanitation cannot offer as a private entity. I am
sure N&N would disagree, but unless we are willing to accept fewer users and reduce
operations accordingly, be prepared to deny use to a neighboring jurisdiction, and place
us at the management/pricing whim of a private business, I do not see many other
options available.
I would encourage the City Council to initiate State legislation that requires private
operators of transfer stations to pay state taxes and fees, as we do, and therefore
dramatically reduce the competitive advantage private transfer station operators now
enjoy.
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Remind our users that such services as toxic clean-up days and drop off bins are paid
by the landfill. These services would be denied to non-Iowa City landfill users by
agreement,
This matter will be included for your July 11 work session.
cc: Brad Neumann
FIoyde Pelkey
Chuck Schmadeke
Don Yucuis
b~tatbn
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
June 29, 1995
City Council
City Manager
Early Warning System. - iowa River
We were recently informed by the United State Geological Survey of their intent to pass along
to the City and the University the cost of maintaining the recently installed local flood warning
system. They cite federal budget difficulties. Attached is a copy of a joint response directed
to the Geological Survey by Kel[y Hayworth of Coralville and me. The letter is self-
explanatory.
Shortly after being informed of the new federal proposal I also received a phone call and fax
letter from Congressman Leach's office in response to a proposed University study of the
Corps information response modeling, etc. In the letter, the Corps proceeds to inform the
Congressman of the important initiatives they have taker~ in early warning systems. The
USGS is now responsible for that early warning system. Needless to say we have the Corps
of Engineers bragging about a warning system which is now the responsibility of the USGS
to maintain and they both now are dumping the responsibility on the communities. Not only
to do we disagree with their costs, but the whole principle of creating these circumstances
and then passing the cost along to local jurisdictions. I have copied this information to the
Congressman's office and I am anxious to see what will happen.
Attachment
bJ~ew$
June 28,1995
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Mr. Rob G. Middlemis-Brown. District Chief
United States Department of the Interior
U.S, Geological SuP/ey, Water Resoumes Division
P.O. Box 1230
Iowa City, Iowa 52244-1230
RE: FY96 Funding of the Larc Warning System
Dear Mr. Middlemis-Brown:
We received your letter of June 16, 1995, and request a review of the proposed administrative
charges for 1996. In comparison to your statements of past expenses, they are very excessive.
It was our understanding that the Rock Island US Corp of Engineers paid for the coml~lete
installation and equipment for the local flood warning system. In October of 1993, when these
gages were installed, operation, maintenance, and inspection costs were established at $12,500
per year of which 50% would be shared by Iowa City, Corelville and the University of Iowa. We
also pay 100% of the phone bills. We honored the increases of the ensuing two years even
though they exceeded the rate of inflation. Now that you look to local governments for 100% of
the operating expenses, you report that the cost is $29,910.00; 240% of the original cost. This
will require additional explanation on you part.
Expecting the local government entities to now fund the entire local Larc Warning System also
ignores the critical part the warning system plays ir~ assisting the Corps with operation of the
Coralville Reservoir. If you seek additional funding, the Corps should be considered.
Regardless of budgetary and fiscal constraints at the Federal level, this community is qu te simply
not prepared to absorb an increase of this magnitude. Our discussions with the University of
Iowa indicate they share our feelin. gs.
Sincerely,
Ste J. At~'~
Iowa City
City Manager
City Administrator
cc: George Hellins, University of Iowa
bc3,1CM
Uaited States Department of the Interior
U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEy
WATER RESOURCES DIVISION
P.O. Box 1230
400 South Clinton Strut
Iowa City, Iowa 52244
(319) 337-4191
FAX (319) 358-3606
June 16, 1995
Mr. Rick Fosse
City Engineer, City of Iowa City
401 East Wahington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
Mr. Fosse:
The USGS (United States Geological Survey) is anticipating a substantial decrease in the Federal
Matching Funds in FY96 (Fiscal Year 1996) as part of the deficit reduction for the Federal budget. As
stated in our May 9, 1995 letter, the loss of those funds has affected the cost of operating the local flood
warning system for the City of Iowa City. The USGS met with the Rock Island COE (Corps of Engineers)
on June 14 to discuss the availability bf COE funds for supporting the local flood warning system. The
COE, facing similar budget cuts, does not have any funds available beyond what they already suppea.
Therefore, the USGS requires a commitment from the City of Iowa City to continue funding for FY96 to
avoid shutting down the flood warning network on October 1, 1995.
The system is currently cost-shared by the City of Iowa City, City of Coralville, and the University of
Iowa. Outlined below is the FY96 cost of the system:
Streamflow Discharge Data And Flood Warning Operation
Clear Creek nero' Oxford, Iowa $10,060 (full gage cost and flood warning system)
Clear Creek near Coralville $3,820
Rapid Creek near Iowa City $10,060
Iowa River at Iowa City $3,820
Rapid Creek at Morse $2,150
$29,910
Shared Cost:
City of Iowa City $9,970
City of Coralville $9,970
University of Iowa $9,970
(access to gage and flood warning system)
(full gage cost and flood warning system)
(access to gage and flood warning system}
(raingage)
In order to provide continuous service of the flood warning system, the USGS requires a commitmen~
letter by July 7. 1995 from the City of Iowa City stating that $9,970 in funding will be provided during
FY96 for the flood warning system. The response date is dictated by the required lead time to properly
shut down the system by October 1, 1995. If you have any questions, please contact myself or $ayne May,
Chief of the Hydrologic Surveillance Section, at 337-4191.
,/,~. Sincerely,
Rob G, Middlemis-Brown
District Chief
United States Department of the Interior
U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
WAI,'iR RF~OURCF~ DMSION
P.O. Box 1230
400 South Clinton $1t~t
Iowa City, Iowa $2244
(319) 337.4191
FAX (319) 3~8-3606
lune 16, 199:5 ....
Mr. David Elias
Superintendent of Pollution Control
I000 South Clinton
Iowa City, Iowa $2240
Mr. Elias:
The USGS (~ni~d States G?ological Survey/ is anticipating a s.ubstantial decrease in the Federal {
Matching Fand~ m FY96 (Fiscal Year 199(5) as part of the deficit reduction for the Federal budget. As
stated in our May 9, 1995 letter, the loss of those funds has affected the cost of operating the streamgages
on the South Branch Ralston Creek and Ralston Creek at Iowa City. The USGS met with the Rock Island
COE (Corps of Engineers) on June 14 to discuss the availability of COE timds for supporting the
streamgages. The COE, facing similar budget cuts, does not have any funds available beyond what they
already support. Therefore, the USeS requires a commitment from the City of Iowa City to continue
funding for FY96 to avoid shutting down the streamgages on the South Branch Ralston Creek and Ralston
Creek at Iowa City on October I, 1995.
The irrY96 costs of operating the s~eamgage on the South Branch Ralston Creek is $8,640 and Ralston
Creek at Iowa City is $3,000 (stage only gage). In order to provide continuous service of the s~zamgages,,i
the USGS ro. ltuires a commitment letter by Inly 7. 1995 from the City of Iowa City stating that
in funding vail be l~rowde!i dunng FY96 for the streamgages on the South Brallch Ralston CreeR
Ralston Creek at Iowa City~ The response date is dictated by the required lead time to properly shut down
the system by October 1, 1995 if necessary. If you have any questions, please contact myself or Jayne
May, Chief of the Hydrologic Surveillance Section, at 337-4191.
Sincerely,
Rob O. Middlemis-Brown
District Chief
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 29, 1995
To: City Council
From: City Manager ..~
Re: Water and Wastewater Projects - Local Preference
You may recall some time ago I mentioned to you the possibility of developing bid
specifications for our water and wastewater project. that at the very least encouraged a
substantial share of the projects be directed to Iowa City business and labor, This is an update
of this issue,
I met with representatives of the Iowa City area trade unions and we are trying to develop some
sort of arrangement whereby Iowa City workers would enjoy the benefit of the investment to
be made in the water and wastewater projects. I have also met with the Chamber of
Commerce in order to have local businesses benefit from these major capital projects. We
have all agreed there will be some criticism; that is, the use of prevailing wage, labor
agreements, local business preference, etc. may be pointed to as factors increasing the cost
of these projects. However, the only realistic means of ensuring the use of local labor, goods,
and services is to build into the project planning such a requirement. How far we can go in
such requirements is still being researched. We do know if we use federal money local
preference is not permitted. It is likely criticism will simply have to be blunted by the fact that
we are trying to encourage as much money as possible to stay here at home. I do not have
a final recommendation as to how we may choose to accomplish this goal. I wanted to let you
know we have been discussing these issues. So far all appear interested and we are trying
to show some positive economic consequences of these improvements. I believe in the long
run it will be in the community's best interest. I will keep you advised.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 22, 1995
To: City Council
From: City Manager
Re: Industrial Park
An appraisal of the Tucker property at the intersection of Scott Blvd. and Highway 6 has been
received. As you will recall, we spoke with the owners of the property concerning possible
purchase of the land for a proposed industrial park.
The appraisal indicated a value of $4,500 dollars per acre ($285,000) for 66 acres +/-. This is
far below the asking price of the land. I contacted the property ~)wner and allowed them to review
the appraisal. They indicate that the original $7,000 per acre price was their "bottom line".
Although they express interest in selling the land particularly for the purpose of an industrial park,
it does not appear we have an opportunity to continue negotiations given the substantial
difference between their asking price and the appraisal. It would be difficult to substantiate the
payment of a premium price for this lanai, given the other expenses that would be necessary,
such as the investment in infrastructure, streets, et cetera.
At this time, the negotiations for pumhase have ended.
We will need to discuss this matter further and determine how to proceed. We are aware of
interest by private parties in purchasing this land and their intended use may or may not fit our
interests. The property is currently in the County and immediately adjacent to the Streb property.
In order to exert some influence over the use of the land, short of ownership, we are pursuing
voluntary annexation and industrial zoning with the current property owner.
Unless I hear differently, it is my intention to postpone any further discussion of acquisition of this
property until such time as we can consider' other options.
CC:
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Karin Franklin
David Schoon
June 29, 1995
Robert G. Dostal
326 Douglass St.
Iowa City, IA 52246
CITY OF'IOWA CITY
Dear Mr. Dostal:
Mayor Horowitz asked that respond to your recent note offering your thoughts concerning the refuse
collection fees. As you indicate, the proposed base fee of $8.75 per month is to remain the same, and under
the new unit-based system, any trash over the two-container limit would cost one dollar per container. A
survey by our refuse crews indicates the two-container maximum should provide for the vast majority of the
residential refuse customers. Additionally, with the future expansion of the curbside recycling program to
weekly, and the inclusion of cardboard, it is expected that refuse volumes actually disposed of in the landfill
will be reduced. Encouraging our residents to recycle at home as well as limit curbside volumes will help
fulfill our cornmunity's responsibilities with respect to reducing landfill volumes in accordance with State and
Federal law.
I think it is important that you recognize the one-dollar-per-bag arrangement you proposed would not provide
the financial foundation for the operation of the refuse collection service provided by the city. For
comparison, the one-dollar-per-bag of yard waste system actually has a per-bag disposal cost substantially
higher when you consider all costs of disposal, which would include pumhase of the bag, pickup at the curb,
disposal at a site, processing of the yard waste in the compost, and ultimately distributing the compost to
individuals, farmers and others who wish this recycled byproduct. The cost of this program is underwritten
by the $8.75 per month. Bundled branches and clean wood waste is also financed from the $8.75 per month.
Convenient and economic disposal of yard waste at the curb reduces the temptation for disposal by way of
illegal and irresponsible dumping, such as in our community's streams and creeks. Yard waste is not
permitted to be disposed of in a landfill.
The $8.75 per month also provides for the fixed operational cost of refuse collection. I am sure you are
familiar that even though the City crews may not stop at a home, that is, no trash is placed at the curb (a rare
event), there is still the cost of the truck, its maintenance, insurance and support cost, employees, et cetera,
to run the refuse routes. A strictly per-bag system would not provide adequate financial coverage.
The most important factor for all of these changes is to reduce volumes in our landfill. By offering expanded
recycling opportunities, ensuring a sound financial base, and allowing the residential refuse customer to
exercise choice, we believe that over the long run, landfill volumes can be reduced.
Hopefully this additional information is helpful.
Sincerely,
~teph A kti~~~
CityManager
City Council
Floyde Pelkey
GREG GANSEE
RcCb:I,,:.O "':'
COMMERCE COMMITTEE
1995
CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ~
June 23, 1995
Mr. Stephen L Atkins
City Manager
City Of Iowa
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mr. Atldns:
Thank you for contacting me concerning the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG). I appreciate your sharing your thoughts with me.
While I appreciate your concerns about support for the CDBG program, it is imperative
that we get a handle on our massive federal deficit. This means we must set priorities.
The Budget resolution which passed the House on May 18, 1995 does propose reductions
in the CDBG program. The Budget Resolution, however, merely serves as the overall blueprint
guiding House committees as they begin work determining the spedTic funding levels for
specific programs. While the Budget Committee made certain assumptions about tinding for
particular programs in developing the resolution, these assumptions are not binding.
Please be assured that I will keep your views in mind as the House moves through the.
budgetary process. It will be necessary to weigh the benefits of competing programs, many of
which do good things.
Thank you again for contacting me. Please feel free to get in touch with me in the future
regarding t~s or any other issue m concenL
Sincerely,
Crreg Ganske, M.D.
Member of Congress
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LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING
WASHINGTON, DC 20515
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FEDERAL BUILDING
210 WAt-N UT STREET
DES MOINES, [A 50'369
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COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA $1503
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: Juno 30, 1995
Stephen Atkins, City Manager
Donald Yucuis; Finance Director Based o~
Wastewater/Water Rate Options ' g 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25
Percent Cash
To:
From:
Re:
Per City Council direction, I have prepared several rate options based on generating cash of 5,
10, 15, 20 and 25 percent in 2001 to pay for some of the costs of both the wastewater and water
projects.
Wastewater:
You will find attached a schedule of the costs associated with the wastewater projects, sample
rate options that would be needed to pay for the projects and the impact to the users on a
monthly basis, based on the following assumptions:
1. Phasing in the projects over six years.
2. Rate options that generate cash of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 percent of the project costs.
3. Project costs inflated at 3.5% per year where applicable.
4. Project costs include one year debt service reserve.
5. 25-year, 7% revenue bonds - level debt service.
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7.
Savings is based on comparison of financing the entire project now without cash versus
deferring the projects and selling bonds plus generating cash to fund part of the costs.
Total costs include the project cost, interest, inflation and on~ year debt service.
Phase-in CY95 - pipe from north plant to Napoleon
CY96 - Napoleon Park Lift Station
CY97 - Pipe from south plant to Napoleon
CY2000 - New south plant expansion
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The table below summarizes the total project costs (cash, principal and interest) and savings
compare~J to financing the entire project in FY95 and FY97.
No Cash - Construct Now
5% Cash - Phase-in
10% Cash - Phase-in
15% Cash - Phase-in
20% Cash - Phase-in
25% Cash - Phase-in
Total Costs Savln.qs Cash
$99,754,700 - -
104,167,704 $(4,413,004) ...$2,493,000
100,856,449 (1,101,749) 4,952,500
97,545,693 2,209,007' 7,412,500
94,274,572 5,480,178 9,837,000
91,006,351 8,748,349 12,264,500
Savings start after 10% cash is generated.
The attached schedule shows a sampling of what the monthly rates could be and the impact to
the average residential wastewater and large users. The rate structure as shown is for discussion
purposes. I would like to see a multi-year rate structure approved, but would not recommend
more than three years because rates could be adjusted up or down based on actual bids that
come in on the projects. In any scenario, a rate increase should be approved by the City Council
effective March 1, 1996.
Water:
You will find attached a schedule of the water projects, sample rate options to pay for the projects
and the monthly impact to the users based on the following assumptions:
1. Phasing in the projects over six years.
2. Rate options that generate cash of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 percent of the project costs.
3. Project costs inflated at 3.5% per year where applicable.
4. Project costs include one year debt service reserve.
5. 25-year, 7% revenue bonds - level debt service.
Saving is based on comparison of utilizing no cash versus generating cash to fund part
of the costs.
7. Total costs include project cost, interest, inflation and one year debt service.
The total project costs (cash, principal and interest) and savings using no cash versus cash to
pay for some of the project costs are shown below:
No Cash - Construct Now
5% Cash - Phase.in
10% Cash - Phase-in
15% Cash - Phase-in
20% Cash - Phase-in
25% Cash - Phase-in
Total Costs Savings Cash
$116,305,393 - -
112,621,938 $3,684,456 $2,698,700
100,856,449 7,285,459 5,371,589
97,545,693 10,859,308 8,019,000
94,274,572 14,381,585 10,642,900
91,006,351 17,864,285 13,242,018
Savings start immediately when cash is used to pay for some of the project costs.
The attached schedule shows what the monthly rates could be and the impact to the average
residential water and large users. The rate structure as shown is for discussion purposes. I
would like to see a multi-year rate structure approved, but would not recommend more than three
years because rates could be adjusted up or down based on actual bids that come in on the
projects. In any scenario, a rate increase should be approved effective March 1, 1996.
Attachment
b~pllons
Fiscal Year
FY 1995
FY 1996
1997
2003
Options-
InduslHa!
N0 PHASE IN AND
FINANCE ENTIRELY
FROM BOND PROCEEDS
FINANCE ENTIRELY
FROM SaNDS
$23.250,000 EACH IN
1595 AND 1957; TOTAL
PROJECT COSTS WITH;
INTEREST- $ 99.7 E4,700,
Monthly
Estimated Residential
Annual Cost for
Rate Adiust Wastewater
35% 19.94
15% 22.93
10% 25.22
20% 30.26
10% 33.29
0% 33.29
0% 33.29
0% 33.29
5% 34.95
0% 34.95
5% 36.70
0% 36.70
35% 5,828
15% 6,702
, 10% 7,372
10% 9,731;
0% 9,731
5% 10,218
0% 10,729
35% 26,000
15% 29,900
10% 32,850
10% 43.415
WASTEWATER PROJECTS - PHASE IN AND ACCUMULATE CASH
5%. 10%, 15%. 20% 25% BY THE YEAR 2OO1
5% CASH IN 2001
WASTEWATER - PHASE
IN PROJECTS-
FALL '96-$ 5.340,000;
FALL '97-~17.025,000;
SPRING '2000-
$16.583.000;
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECT-S48,888,000;
BONDS TOTAUNG
S47,355.000, CASH-
$104,167.704; SAVINGS~
($4,413,004).
Monthly
Estimated Residential
Annual Cost for
Rate Adiust Wastewater
35% 18.94
~ 10% 21.93
10,% 24.12
7% 25.81
7% 27.62
7% 29,55
7% 31.62
0% 31.62
5% 33.20
0% 33.20
0% 33.20
0% 33.20
10% CASH IN 2001 15% CASH IN 2001
WASTEWATER * PHASE
IN PROJECTS- WASTEWATER - PHASE
FALL'95-10,940.000; IN PROJECTS-
FALL '86-$5,340,000; FAtJ.'95-10,940,000;
FALL '97-S17,025.000; FALL '96-$5,340,000;
SPRING '2000- FALL '97-$17,025,000:
$16.352,500; SPRING '2000-
TOTAL COST OF $16,122,500;
PROJECT-$49,S57,500: TOTAl. COST OF
$4,952,500; WITH $42,015,000, CASH-
INTEREST $7,412,500; WITH
$100,85.6,445; SAVINGS INTEREST $97,545,693;
151,101,749) SAVINGS $2,207,382.
Monthly Monthly
Estimated Residential Estimated Residential
Annual Cost for Annual Cost for
Rate Adjust Wastewater Rate Adjust Wastewater
35% 19.94 35% 19.94
I0% 21.93 15% 22.93
10% 24.12 12% 25.65
7% 25,91 10% 28.25
7% 27.62 10% 31.08
7% 29.55 5% 32.63
7% 31.62 0% 32.63
5% 33.20 0% 32.63
0% 33.20 0% 32,63
5% 34.86 0% 32~63
0% 34.86 0% 32.63
0% 34.86 0% 32.63
Average
Monthly Cost
35,% 5,828 35%
10% 6,411 10%
10% 7,052 10%
7,% S,O74 7%
7% 9,244 7%
5% 9,706 0%
0% 9,706 0%
35% 26,000 I 35%
10% 28,600 10%
10% 31.460 ~ 10%
7% 36.018 7%
7% 41.237 7%
Average Average
Monthly Cost Monthly Cost
5,828 35,% 5,828
6,411 15,% 6,702
7,052 12% 7,506
8,074 10% 9,093
9,244 0% 5.537
9,706 0% 9,537
10,191 0% 9,537
29,000 35% 26.000
28.600 15% 29,900
31.460 12% 33.488
36,018 10% 40.521
41,237 0% 42,547
43,299 0% 42,547
45.464 Oe/a 42.547
20% CASH IN 2001
WASTEWATER - PHASE
IN PROJECTS-
FALL'95-10,940,000;
FALL '96-$S,340,000;
FALL '97-$17,026,000:
SPRING '2000-
$15,892.500;
TOTAL COST OF
BONDS TOTAUNG
$39,360,000. CASH-
$9.837.000; WITH
INTEREST $94.274,522;
SAVINGS $5.477.778.
Monthly
Estimated Residential
Annual Cost for
Rate Adjust Wastewater
35% 19.94
25% CASH IN 2001
WASTEWATER - PHASE
IN PROJECTS-
FALL'95-10,940,000;
FALL '96-$5,340,000;
FALL '97-$17,025,000;
SPRING '2000-
$15.664,500;
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECT-$48,969o500:
WITH INTEREST-
$91,006,351; SaNDS
TOTALING $36,705,000,
CASH-$12,264, 500,
SAVINGS $8,748,349.
Monthly
Estimated Residential
Annual Cost for
Rate Adjust Wastewater
35% 19.94
16% 22.93 15% 22.93
10% 29.00 12% 28.53
10% 30,80 10% 32.48
10% 33,88 10% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35,73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
Monthly Cos'
35,% 5,828
Monthly Cost
36,% 5,828
15,% 6,702 15,% 6,702
11% 7,439 15% 7,707
10% B,001 10,% 9,495
0% 9,901 I 0% 10,445
0% 9,901 i 0% 10,445
0% 9,901 0% 10,445
35% 26,000 35% 26,000
15% 29,900 15% 29,900
11% 33,189 15% 34,385
10% 40,159 10% 42,362
0,% 44.175 0% 46,595
0% 44,175 0% 46,598
FINANCE ENTIRELY
Fts¢~ Year
FY 1995
FY 1996
FY 3997
FY 1996
FY 1999
FY 2000
FY 2001
FY 2002
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
WATER - PHASE IN
PfiOJECTS:
1995-$ 6,315,250
· 1997 $11o400.000;
2000.$36,500,000:
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECTS $49.562.890.
WITH INTEREST AND
ONE YEARS DEBT-
$116,305,393. BONDS
TOTALING $94,215,250
30% 22.21
10% 32.52
Sample OpfionskLarge User
Average
Industrial
FY 1995 40% 16,900
F¥ 1999 25% 21,000
WATER PROJECTS - PHASE IN AND ACCUMULATE CASH
5%, 10%, 15%, 20% 25% BY 'THE YEAR 2001
'
WATER - PHASE IN WATER - PHASE IN WATER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS: PROJECTS: PROJECTS:
1995-$ 6.315.250 1995-$ 6.315.250 1995-$ 6.315.250
1997 S11.400,000; 1997 911,400,000; 1997 $11,400,000;
2000-$36.500,000; 2000-$36,500,000; 2000-$36,500,000;
TOTAL COST OF t TOTAL COST OF TOTAL COST OF
PROJECTS S4~,562,B50, PROJECTS ~49.562,850, PROJECTS $49,662.850,
W1TH INTEREST AND WITH INTEREST AND WITH INTEREST AND
ONE YEARE DEBT- ONE YEARS DEBT- ONE YEARS DEBT-
$112,621,938. SONDS S109.019.935. BONDS $105,446,086, BONOS
TOTALING $51.263,260, TOTALING $48o339,260, TOTALING $45.443,250,
CASH $2,69B,700, CASH $5.371.58B, CASH 58.019,000,
SAVINGS-S3,684.456. SAVINGS-$7.285.459. SAVINGS-S 10.859,308.
Average Average Average
Monthly MonthJy Monthly
20% 21.07 20% 21.07 20% 21.07
15,% 24.23 15% 24.23 20% ' 25.28
10% 26.65 15% 27.86 15,% 29,07
10% 29.32 10% 30.65 15% 33.43
10% 32.25 10% 33,72 10% 36.77
10,% 35.48 0,% 33,72 0% 36.77
0% 35.48 0% 33.72 0% 36.77
0,% 35.48 0% 33.72 0% 36,77
25% 3,939 25% 3,938 25% 3,938
20% 4,726 20% 4,726 20% 4,726
10% 5.979 15% 6,250 15% 6.522
10% 7.235 10% 7,563 10% 8,250
0,°,% 7.959 0% 7,563 0% 8,250
0% 7,959 0% 7,563 0% 8,250
40% 16,800 40% 16.800 40 % 16,900
25% 21,000 28% 21,000 25% 21.000
20% 25.200 20% 25,200 20% 25,200
10% 31,879 15% 33.337 15% 34,776
PROJECTS:
1995-$ 6,316,250
2000-$36.500,000;
PROJECTS $49o562,850,
ONE YEARS DEBT-
9101.923,809. BONDS
TOTALING 942.673.250,
CASH 910.642,900,
CASH IN 2001
WATER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS:
1995-$ 6,315,250
1997 $11,400,000:
2000-$36.500.000;
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECTS $4B,562,850,
WITH iNTEREST AND
ONE YEARS DEBT-
$98,441.109. BONDS
TOTAUNG $3~,730.250,
CASH 513,242.018.
SAVINGS-$17,B64,289
Estimated
Annual
Rate Adjust
40%
30,%
20,%
20%
20%
15%
0,%
0,%
0%
0%
0%
0,%
Avera9e Average
Monthly Monthly
Residential Estimated Residential
Cost for Annual .Cost for
Water Rate Adjust Wster
14.05 40% 14.05
18.27 30,% 18.27
21.92 25% 22.94
26.30 20% 27.41
31.56 20% 32.69
36.29 20% 39.47
36.29 0,% 39.47
36.29 0% 39.47
36.29 0% 39.47
36.23 0% 39.47
36.29 0% 39.47
36.29 0% 39.47
Average Average
0,% 43r401
0% 43,401
47,174
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
June 1 9, 1995
Stephen Atkins, City Manager
Joe Fowler, Director Parking & Transit
Reference: Lighting Enhancement Study
Following Council direction, the Parking Division retained the services of Shive Hattery
Engineers & Architects to conduct an evaluation of the current lighting in the Capitol and
Dubuque Street Parking Ramps and to ~ake any recommendations necessary to improve the
lighting up to industry standard and twice the industry standard, similar to the Chauncey
Swan Ramp. This study also included painting or staining of the parking areas and graphic
enhancements. The following is a summary of the report.
The current Illuminating Engineering Society standards for interior lighting of parking facilities
is 5fc (foot candles) of light in the perking and pedestrian areas. Currently neither facility
meets this minimum standard throughout. In the Dubuque Street Ramp light readings range
from 0.5 to 5.2fc. Average fc for the facility is 1.9fc. Readings in the Capitol Street Ramp
are better, ranging from 0.6 to 6.0fcwith an average of 2.5fc. To bring both facilities to the
5fc standard Shire Hattery has proposed several alternatives. Cost estimates for these
projects range from t~215,000 to ~261,000. The scope of the projects varied, but the final
result was the same - increase the number of light fixtures in each facility.
At this time it is not known if Capitol Street has the capacity to increase lighting to twice
industry standards. However, if it does, cost estimates to bring both facilities to twice the
fc level of lighting (10fc) range from 8325,000 to $363,000,
Both the 5fc and 1Ofc projects would increase the annual operating cost for Parking. This
increase would result from additional01ectrical charges and increased maintenance. In the
Dubuque Street Ramp yearly electrical cost would increase from the current $19,5OO to
$24,000 at 5fc and to 930,000 for 10fc. Capitol Street electrical cost would increase from
$ 25,900 to ~ 31,0OO for 5fc and 939,000 for 10fc.
The original concept of painting the ramps was expanded to include staining. Both options
would result in improved fc readings. Shive's report indicates that minimum standards could
be achieved in the Capitol Street Ramp as a result. They also state tllat as vehicles park in
the ramp the benefits would be reduced. Parked vehicles, particularly dark colored vehicles,
would reduce the benefits of painting0rstaining. Dubuque Street would have similar benefits
but minimum standards would not beachieved as the current fc level is lower. The original
cost estimate obtained by the Parking Division, $80,000, was for one coat of paint. The
estimate from the Shive Hattery report.includes surface preparation and three coats of paint.
Cost of painting is estimated at 9134,000 for Dubuque Street and 9254,000 for Capitol
Street. Staining estimates are 9161,000 for Dubuque and 9304,000 for Capitol, Annual
maintenance for either painting or staining is estimated at $67,O00. Stain has a longer useful
life, 10 years, than paint, 5 to 7 years, and would therefore be the preferred application.
Initial cost for staining is $465,O00,
Feature painting (painted columns, wall strips, informational graphics) and feature lighting
were also addressed. These items would address interior appearance of the facilities. It was
the conclusion of Shive Hattory that no benefit could be obtained from feature lighting. There
would be no measurable increase in the lighting in the facility and it would provide additional
roosting sites for birds, Feature painting would brighten and make a more attractive interior.
It would also provide additional direction to ramp users. Cost of.f~eature painting is estimated
at 824,000 for Dubuque and $28,000 for Capitol Street.
While evaluating these proposals, I also took into account the fact that Shive Hattory is
currently updating the maintenance program for Dubuque, Capitol, and Swan Ramps. The
updated report will contain an eight year work program and an estimate of cost. The
preliminary cost estimate for these projects is estimated at $1,150,000. This information
combined with the additional debt that will be incurred with the construction of a facility
south of Burlington Street had a definite impact on my recommendation when reviewing
lighting and painting/staining project. The cost estimates for these projects range from
8215,000 (increase lighting to 5fc) to 8465,000 (staining the ramp interiors). In addition
each project would require increased yearly operating cost. As our bonding requirements
require periodic inspection and planned maintenance work to protect the bond holders'
investment, we must continue with these maintenance related projects. It is anticipated we
can meet this obligation without additional rate increases. Construction of a new facility will
require an increase in fees. To minimize future increases I cannot at this time recommend
additional projects which may require fee increases. As an alternative, I recommend the
feature painting and graphics. This would brighten the interior of the ramps and increase user
information. This would not bring the facilities interior lighting up to industry standards but
would add color and lighten the interior of the facilities.
cc: Bill Dollman, Parking Manager
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
To: Steve Atkins, City Man g , es~~
· ~ g~e~, I ' In ~ '
From. Douglas Boothroy, Director of~sing~
Re: AE:ttiaviblleSshment of a Service Quality TIsk Force for Housing C.ode I~nforcement
At the recent Ci~ Council meeting of 5/23/95, Dick Hupfeld, President of the Grealer Iowa City
Apartment Association, requested the City establish a task force concerning code enforcement
activities of the Housing Inspection Division. He suggested a task force membership that includes
citizens receiving services from the Housing Code inspection division (e.g. apartment owners,
property managere, tenants, etc.). The Codncil expressed an interest in the task force idea and
requested more details regarding the organization and purpose of a task force. The purpose of
this memorandum is to recommend a charge to a task force and define its organization;
Generally, Dick Hupfeld's comments to the City Council can be summarized as customer service
issues relating to communications and delivery of services (i.e. inspections). In response to the
issues raised, I propose a task force with a focus on quality of service. The establishment of a
task force focused on service quality provides the opportunity for my staff to work directly with its
customers in assessing the service environment and developing programs/strategies that
emphasize customer service. The recommendations of this task force should also result in a
process that facilitates continuous consumer feedback which ensures service quality. The charge
to the committee would be to:
1. Assess the quality of Housing Code Inspection services;
recommend programs and/or strategies designed to meet the needs and solve the
problems of citizens/customers; and
3. recommend a process for obtaining continuous consumer feedback.
The membership of the task force would:
· have a maximum of 7 members.
include individuals representing customer groups receiving services from housing c~de
inspections. Representativeson thetaskforce would include the following: property manager,
apartment owners association, tenant, neighborhood organization rep, landlord/tenant
association, Housing Commissioner. In addition, one Housing Inspector would serve on the
task force. '
include individuals who have the commitment, enthusiasm and willingness to work together.
As part of the selection process, each individual would be asked to review and agree to accept
the following task force member responsibilities:
2
a. Attend all meetings.
b, Participate in meetings and address issues in a creative, problem-solving manner.
c. Serve as a liaison between the task force and the organization they represent.
d. Demonstrate commitment to the goal of the task force by suggesting ideas, supporting
and selling the goals of the task force to their organizations.
Each task force member would be made aware that failure to perform any of the above
responsibilities would result in dismissal from the task force.
I would establish the initial timetable for the task force to develop its~work program. I believe the
task force should be able to complete its work program within one year. Depending on the work
program, this may mean the task force would have to meet more than monthly.
In conclusion, this proposal recommends the establishment of a service quality task force whose
· purposes are to assess service issues, make recommendations regarding new pro-
grams/strategies.that emphasize service, and recommend a process for obtaining continuous
consumer feedback. If this task force is a success, this model may be helpful in evaluating other
services provided by the Department of Housing and Inspection Services.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter,
CITY OF' IOWA CITY
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
FORESTRY DIVISION
MEAfOFIA~ZTLI~,f
TO: TERRY TRUEBLOOD
FROM: TERRY ROBINSON
DATE: JUNE 15, 1995
RE:
WHISPERING PRAIRIE AVENUE TREE PLANTING
Due to a planning error on my part, five Columnar Norway Maples
were incorrectly planted under electrical wires. I have already
taken steps to correct this situation this fall. We will
transplant the trees with the tree spade, to protect them from
transplant shock, to other locations on Whispering Prairie
Avenue. We will replace these trees with the appropriate size
trees f~om our nursery. The adjacent propgrty owners will be
completely informed about this process and will participate in
choosing the appropriate replacements. If you have any comments
or suggestions, please contact me.
CC: Steve Arkins
J
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
June 26, 1995
Staff of City Boards and Commissions
Anne G. Burnside, First Assistant City Attorney~
By-laws of all City Boards and Commissions: Vacancies in
Unexpired Terms
Last April, City Clerk Marian Karr notified the staff to all City Boards and
Commissions that Council adopted a policy for filling vacancies in ~nexpired terms of
Boards and Commissions. She noted that unless State law prohibits adopting the
language recommended below, the by-laws of ALL Boards and Commissions should be
amended to include this provision:
If a position/appointment becomes vacant by reason of resignation or
otherwise and results in an unexpired term, the Council may choose to
fill the unexpired term in such a manner that the appointee shall
continue in the position not only through the unexpired term but also
through a subsequent regular term.
Marian outlined a two-step process for staff: (1) assist/direct your Boards and
Commissions to amend their by-laws; (2) file a copy of the amended by-law with the
City Clerk.
I know you are all busy with myriad tasks, but the City Clerk has informed me that
to date, she has not received a copy of amended by-laws from any Board or
Commission. Please mov. e this item up on your list of to-do's: It is near the top of
the City Clerk's list.
If you have any questions about the process or a potential conflict with a State code,
don't hesitate to give my office a call.
City Manager
City Clerk
Mayor and Council
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
April 19, 1995
Staff of City Boards and Commissions
Madan K, Karr, City Clerk~~'
By-laws of all City Boards and Commissions.
On April 11, 1995, Council accepted a recommendation from the Rules Committee to amend the
by-laws of all City Boards and Commissions to allow combining of 6 months or less vacancies
to a full-term providing this change did not conflict with the Stats Statutes. The following language
was recommended by the City Attorney to be incorporated into all City Board and Commission
by-laws and would allow greater flexibility than the proposed 6 months:
"If a position/appointment becomes vacant by reason of resignation or otherwise
and results in an unexpired.terr~ the Council m..ay c.hoose to t!l!. the unexplTed term
in ouch a manner that the appointee shall continue in the position not only through
the unexpired term but also through subsequent regular term."
The by-laws of all City Boards and Commissions should be changed to reflect this direction, and
a copy filed with the City Clerk's office, Should you have any questions regarding State Statutes
please contact the City Attorney's office,
cc: City Manager
City Attorney ~
Mayor and Council
g.'~cderk~aw'~
June 20, 1995
CITY OF I0 WA CITY
Molly & Phil Mattheis
5580 Deer Lane
Florence, Montana 59833
Re: Condemned property at 3337 Dubuque Street - relocation costs
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Mattheis:
Thank you for your letter of June 9, 1995, informing the City of Iowa City of your intended
date to vacate the premises at 3337 Dubuque Street.
I have requested a check in the amount of $500.00 for relocation costs be issued to you. It
.should be arriving in the near future.
If you should have any further concerns or questions, please contact me.
Cordially yours,
City Attorney
CC:
City Council
City Clerk
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
David Brown, Outside Counsel
Chuck Schmadeke
Sarah Holecek
Don Yucuis
file
RECEIVED
J Ul~ 15 1995
IYATT. O~NEy,$ O~F~ .
IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
1801 South Riverside Drive Iowa City, Iowa 52246
Office Phone (319) 356-5045
MSMO
June 27, 1995
~0~ Iowa City City council
FROM~ Ron O'Neil, Airport Manager
Airport Master Plan Study
Most of the Council has been or will be, contacted by Jerry Searle
from McClure Aviation Services concerning the Airport Master Plan
Study. He reported at the Commission meeting on June 15 that most
of the response he has received concerning the Airport was positive
and supportive of the Airport. Some people he contacted knew very
little about the Airport and the positive impact for the community
but they were ready to participate in the study and learn more
about aviation issues.
One of the next projects is to assemble a resource group to assist
the consultants during the study. This will include
representatives from various interests in the community. A member
of the City Council has been invited to be a part of this group.
The first resource group meeting is scheduled for July 20.
Please contact me at 356-5045 any time you want additional
information concerning the Master Plan Study and the Airport.
Steve Arkins, City Manager
Iowa City Airport Commission
CUSTOM]~R SURVEY SUMMARY
JAN. - MAR. 1995
During the three month target period, 180 Ctmomer Surveys were sent out. This was a result of
identifying 1% of all the calls for service received by our department. Of the 15,175 calls for
service received during this three month l~fiod, an arbitxary number was picked and every 100th
call was targeted to have all listed persons receive the survey. Of the 180 surveys that were sent
out, 60 were filled out and sent back. This represents a 33% rate of return.
$111.60 postage
$14.40 envelopes, paper, copies
approximately 12 hours labor
COST:
A tally of the responses indicates the mw numbers recorded on the attached survey. An analysis
of the responses reveals the following:
Question #1
with "Friendly & Helpful" as well as "Aceeplable" being regarded as satisfactory levels of
performance, 95% of respondents rated Communications as such.
Question #2
This section regards "Excellent" and "Good" as satisfactory levels of p~fformance. With this
standard, the individual areas satisfactory level is as follows;
Knowledge 94%
Courtesy 91%
Handling Problem 82%
Appearance 96%
Professional Conduct 95%
Question #3
of the persons who responded to this question, 91% indicated that they were satisfied with the
actions laken by the officer. This seems to be a very good number as question tt4 reveals the
types of calls for sen~ice are not always those in which the police depmment is viewed by its
customers in the best light.
Quedion ~
The raw numbers speak for themselves here.
Reporting an incident 31%
Victim 19%
Wireess
Vehicle Accident 14%
Information '
Arrested 3%
Issued Citation 12%
Contacted by police3%
Animal Complaint 3%
Other 7%
Question #5
Although not many individual comments were received, see the survey for a sample.
Question #6
A breakdown of the number of police contacts by respondents in the last year is as follows;
1 contact 27 (48%)
2 11 (20%)
3 8 (14%)
4-5 2
6-10 4
11-15 2
2O+ 2
Question #7
Individual characteristics;
AGE- Under 20
20-29
30-39
4049
50-~9
6O+
9
22 (39%)
6
10
4
5
(}ENDEll.- 24 Male (43%)
32 Females (57%)
RACE- 53 White (95%)
2 Black
1 Asian
STUDENTS 25Students(42%) ...
50 Iowa City (83%)
2 Coralville (3%)
8 Other (13%)
I feel that the survey was a success. The main mason for the success was the statement it made
to the Iowa City Community - that we as a alepus tment are actively ceueerned about how we are
serving the public. I feel that we learned something about ourselves from the responses, that
being a sensitivity in communicating with the community. This information was shared with all
Iowa City Police Officers during in-service training.
It is my desire that we continue this project I would recommend that we pick another period of
time (perhaps this fall) and again "target those we serve". Please contact me for any
recommendations, questions, or comments.
Lt. T.D.Widmer
IOWA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
410 ~ WASHINChON STI~EET, IOWA CITY, IOWA 52P~0
(319) 35~-5~75 * P~X # (319)358.5449
Customer Survey
The Iowa City Police Depa~:tment is comr~itted to evaluating the service we provide
the community. Our desire is for the improvement in all areas and levels of contact
with citizens in our city. Since you have recently had contact with our Department,
we are asMng for your help. Please fill out both sides of this survey and return it as
soon ~s possible in the enclosed postage paid envelope. All responses are anonymous.
Your assistance will greatly help us in our effort to provide quality service.
How would you describe the actions of the dispatcher who took your request over the
phone or in person at our fi'ont desk?
Friendly & Helpful
Acceptable
Not; Car/ng or Insincere
Rude and/or Unacceptable
Not applicable - no contact with them.
Comment: __
How would you rate the police officer(s) who handled your incident in terms of the
followin~
EXCELLENT
Knowledge
Courtesy
Handling the Problem
Appearance
Professional Conduct __~
GOOD FAIR POOR NOT OBSERVED
~ Yes ~ No
Were you satisfied with the action take~ by the officer?
Explain _.
What was the nature of your contact?
I called to report an incident.
I was the victim of a crime.
I was a witness to a crime or incident.
I was involved in a vehicle accident.
I requested information.
was arrested
was issued a citation.
was contacted by police.
Aaimal complaint.
How can we improve the quality of our service? (Need not be specific to your contact.)
In the past year, how many contacts have you had with the Iowa City Police
Dep~-~mant?
7. Individual Characteristics
Age Gender (M/F) Race
student. ~ Yes
~ No (chizek one)
I live in ~ Iowa City __~ Coralville _ ~ Other_
Should you have any questions co~cer~!ng this information or any other matter, please
contact the Iowa City Police Dep. aA-~,,,ent at 356-5275. Th~nk you for fairing the ~e to fill
out this suAwey.
To: ~0~ CITY CLERI(
From: BoArd or Supervisors 6-Z8-95 6:48aa p. Z of 4 :':
Jehnson Courtly
Charlos D. Duffy, Chairperson
Joe Bolk~om
Stephen P. Lacina
Don Sc~
Sally Stuisman
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
June 29, 1995
1. Call to order 9:00 a.m.
2. Action re:
3. Action re:
FORMAL MEETING
Agenda
claims
informal and formal minutes of June 22nd.
4. Action re: payroll authorizations
5. Business from the County Auditor.
a) Action m:perufits
b) Action re:reports
c) Action re:resolutiori transferring from General Basic and Rural
Services Basic to Secondary Roads.
d) Action re: resolution appropriating amounts for the f~t quarter of FY
96.
e) Other
6. Business from the County Attorney.
a) Report re: other items.
913 SOUTH DUBUQUE ST.
P.O. BOX 1350 IOWA CITY, IOWA 5T244-1350
TILL: (319) 356-6000 FAX: (319) 356-6086
CLERK. Fre.: Itoard of Supervisors
Agenda 6-29-95
Page 2
7. Business from the Board of Supervisors.
a) Action re: approve Road Maintenance Agreement for Fox Lane NE
with Woodland Hills Homeowners Association and authorize
Chairperson to sign agreement.
b) Action re: setting Monday, July 24, 1995 at 10:00 a.m. for bid~ od
county-wide road oil contract and authorize County Auditor to publish
notice to bidders.
c) Action re: Community Services Appropriation for Mental
Health/Developmental Disabilities and Planning Council
recommendations.
d) Action re: extension of the FY 95 8.E.A.T.S. agreement between
Johnson County and the cities of Coralville and Iowa City and authorize
Chairperson to sigr[
e) Action re: appointments to the Case Management Advisory Board and
Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities Planning Council.
f) Action re: Medicaid Home and Community Based Payment
Agreements (HCBS waivers) for clients #0220296H, #0157823F,
#0756073C, #0157824D, and #0429730E.
g) Discussion/action re: fireworks perufits.
h) Other
8. Adjourn to informal meeting.
a) Inquiries and reports from the public.
b) Reports and inquires from the members of the Board of Supervisors.
¢)' Report from the County Attorney.
d) Other
To: I0~ C11~ CLERI( From: 8oard of Suporvisors 6-28~J5. 8:48aa p, 4 of 4
Agenda 6-29-95
Page 3
9. 6:00 p.m. - continuation of June 15, 1995 Public Hearing on the
following Platting Application:
a)
Application S9538 of Dean Oakes requesting prelim~ary plat approval
of Overview Estates, Part Two, a subdivision located in the East ~ of
the SE ~A of Section 9 and the West ~ of the SW ¼ of Section 10; all in
Township 80 North; Range 6 West of the 5th P.M. in Johnson County,
Iowa (Th~s is a 33-1ot with one outlot, 138 acre, residential subdivision,
located approximately 1.0 miles southwest of the west end of 245th
Street NE in Newport Twp.).
b) Action re: application S9538 of Dean Oakes.
10. Adjournment.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: July 7, lgg5
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
RE: Material in Information Packet
Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Special Meeting - July 18
b. Construction of Private Transfer Station
c. Science Center/Water Treatment Plant Site
Draft letter from the City Manager to the Department of Natural Resources.Jh~J
Memorandum from the JCCOG Executive Director regarding the SEATS contract.~C~
Memorandum from the Director of Parking and Transit regarding lighting
enhancement study.
Memorandum from the Director of Housing and Inspection Services regarding
establishment of a service quality task force for housing code enforcement.
Memorandum from the Finance Director regarding wastewater/water rate options.~&
Memoranda from the Neighborhood Services Coordinator and Traffic Engineer~¥~._
regarding assessment of the neighborhood stop sign program.
Memoranda from the City Clerk:
a. Special Census ~'~
b. Council Work Session of June 26, 1995
Memorandum from the City Attorney regarding partial litigation update.
Material from the Community Development Coordinator regarding the CommunityJ/~[~
Development Celebration on July 13, 1995.
Memorandum from the Historic Preservation Commission regarding the Butler
residence.
Agenda and minutes regarding meetings of the Council
and Education.
Building permit information for June 1995.
on Disability Rights
Minutes of the June 22, 1995, meeting of the Friends Foundation of the ~
Public Library.
Copy of letter from MidAmerican Energy regarding merger of Iowa-Illinois
Gas and Electric Company and Midwest Resources.
Agendas for the July 6 informal and formal meetings of the Johnson CountyO~_~_~]
Board of Supervisors.
Memorandum from the Finance Director regarding investment of funds.
Agenda for the 7/11/95 Infom~al meeting of the Board of Supervisors.
City, of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: July 6, 1995
To: City Council
From: City Manager
Re: Special Meeting - July 18
We had informally agreed to a special work session preceding the regular Council meeting on
Tuesday, July 18. I would like to schedule that session to begin at 6:30 for the purpose of an
executive session on land acquisition. We have a number of properties and related issues that
will need your attention and are subject to executive session. Please make a note on your
calendars.
cc: City Attorney
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
June 29, .1995
City Council
City Manager
Construction of Private Transfer Station
By now you are aware of the interest by N&N Sanitation to construct a transfer station for
the collection of refuse and transferring that refuse to a landfill out of the Iowa City area,
likely a landfiil in illinois. As I understand the N&N proposal, they are undertaking this project
for economic reasons. Clearly if the company is successful in the construction of the transfer
station and securing agreements with surrounding communities, it could have a significant
financial impact on the Iowa City landfill. We would be able to adjust our management
accordingly but my primary concern is that N&N may offer short-term economic gain (lower
landfill rates) to area communities which now use the I.C. landfill. These communities may
see the short term benefit, but they also must be aware that such decisions can have long
term consequences. 8y the time we have adjusted.our operations, that is downsized staff and
other commitments, a current user, who joined N&N, may wish to return. This coming and
going of local jurisdictions (as landfill users) would be a significant financial hardship on the
City landfill operations. The issues of landfill liabilities are made more complex. We have
chosen to assume long-term liability for closure; in return non-Iowa City users pay a premium
on their tonnage. Without a plan for accumulating cash'(financial assurance) such a policy
is in jeopardy.
While we do not have any official information as to how'fast N&N Sanitation would choose
to move on their transfer station construction, we do need to consider it as a real possibility,
particularly with DNR approval already granted.
The Council had authorized the Mayor to call a meeting of various jurisdictions to discuss this
and other landfill issues. That remains a good idea; however, if we are to proceed with this
meeting, we need to inform the other jurisdictions of your policy and all parties must be fully
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aware of the consequences. If we are to remain a regional landfill and provide landfill services
in a responsible and economic fashion, we must have some ~ontrol of the waste stream to
the landfill. Recent Supreme Court decisions severely restrict our ability for such control and
I see no effort on the part of the State to try to fashion legislation to protect interests of
landfill operators or regulate the waste stream. Quite to the contrary, it was the State which
approved the transfer station for N&N Sanitation.
The following is a list of what I believe to be pertinent issues to be considered prior to our
meeting with the other jurisdictions.
In calling the meeting with these jurisdictions, we must be prepared to advise them of
City policy. I have assumed the Council wishes to continue to operate a regional
lar~dfil[, make it available to all of Johnson County, Kalona and Riverside. In doing so
you wish to avoid any dramatic changes in operations (comings and. goings by users)
that could cause our rates, complement of employees, equipment purchase and
operating policies to be subject to unpredictable changes.
In order to maintain control of the waste stream, we must fashion some sort of an
agreement which provides for the waste to be "mandated" to be delivered to the Iowa
City landfill. Our review would indicate that 28E agreements with surrounding
jurisdictions could be an instrument to accomplish such "control." The 28E agreement
must be uniform; as I am sure you can appreciate, each jurisdiction may want their
own particular little wrinkle in the agreement. It is at this point that we must remain
resolute. If we have a variety of 28E agreements with a variety of arrangements, we
will simply open ourselves to charges of unfair treatment, certain advantages to one
community over another, etc. I am sure you are aware of the consequences of such
a debate.
The 28E agreement idea may be met with skepticism by other jurisdictions because
you are telling them what they have to do to continue th.eir use of the Iowa City
landfill, If a jurisdiction should choose not to sign the agreement, they must seek
another landfill and solid waste services. They would not be able to return to the Iowa
City landfill. You may wish to consider a premium for which jurisdictions may "buy"
their way back into Iowa City landfill usage; however, that does not resolve the
management problems of up~/downs of staffing, equipment, etc.
It is likeh/that we will need to pull out of our regional comprehensive plan partnership
in EClCOG. We will need to design our own comprehensive plan for our landfill users.
The issues associated with this planning requirement are complex. While it does not
appear to be an overly burdensome issue, the withdrawal from regional participation
could be met with concein and confusion.
We will need to re-design all of the protections/requirements necessary such as
liability, long-term financing, etc.
One major advantage is that we can reasonably project that the Iowa City landfill could
have a life of 25 + years - a real benefit to the jurisdictions that have agreements with
Iowa City. We would want to require all participating jurisdictions to require by
ordinance all waste be directed to the Iowa City landfill. This does not regulate
collection, only disposal.
This 281: agreement process will still cause us to be something of a "bully on the
playground," but at the same time we can offer a service to these jurisdictions that
they do not now enjoy - that service being a long-term agreement for disposal of their
solid waste, something I believe N&N Sanitation cannot offer as a private entity. I am
sure N&N would disagree, but unless we are willing to accept fewer users and reduce
operations accordingly, b.e prepared to deny use to a neighboring jurisdiction, and place
us at the management/pricing whim of a private business, I do not see many other
options available.
I would encourage the City Council to initiate State legislation that requires private
operators of transfer stations to pay state taxes and fees, as we do, and therefore
dramatically reduce the competitive advantage private transfer station operators now
enjoy.
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Remind our users that such services as toxic clean-up days and drop off bins are paid
by the landfill, These services would be denied to non-Iowa City landfill users by
agreement.
This matter will be included' for your July 11 work session,
CO.*
Brad Neumann
Floyde Pelkey
Chuck Schmadeke -' ' :::
.;~;,
Don Yucuis
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 14, 1995
To: City Council
From: City Manager
Re: Science Center/Water Treatment Plant Site
Attached is a letter receiyed from representatives of the Iowa City Area Science Center, Inc. The
letter is self-explanato~j but basically asks for a city position on the possibility of locating a
science center on the new water treatment plant site. It would be planned into the overall site plan
and would be designed to serve the needs of the science center while recognizing the priority use
of the site would be a water treatment plant and its associated facilities. You will recall during the
charrette, approximately a year ago, this issue was discussed. I have indicated to the science
center representatives we would secure a sense of the Council on this issue so they may
deternine how best to proceed. If there is interest in pursuing the possibility, I would like to
inform the science center representatives and they may participate in our overall site planning.
Additionally financial fac!ors must be considered, such as a cost to the Science Center for the use
of the site (lease?); shared parking; outdoor activities (limitations), etc. ks the issue becomes
public, we will also likely hear from the other charrette participants, ice rink, commuter parking,
open space, etc.
will place this item on an upcoming work session.
CC'.
tpl-1
Chuck Schmadeke
Karin Franklin
IOWA CITY AREA SCIENCE CENTER, INC.
504 E. Bloomington S~eet
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
319-337-2007
May 15, 1995
Mr. Stephen Arkins
City Manager
City of Iowa City
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Re: Science Center Site
Dear Steve:
As you know, the Iowa City Area Science Center, Inc., is a
non-profit, tax exempt corporation established for the purpose of
creating a science and technology center in our community. For
more than three years, until such time as an appropriate site could
be found for a science center structure, we have been offering a
variety of programs to the public.
Although we have never had a membership drive, we already have
more than 400 individuals and families who have become members.
Literally thousands of people of all ages have attended our
programs taught by hundreds of adult volunteers. We believe that
now is the time to build a science and technology center.
With this interest in mind, we have noted with special
interest that the principal lawsuit between the City of Iowa City
and the owners of the real estate which was condemned for the new
water treatment plant site has been settled.
Before the City condemned this property, we had been invited
by Mr. Bruce Glasgow, on behalf of his partnership (and, later,
condemness), to consider this site as a location for a new science
center. We were impressed with the sita's potential. It is
immediately accessible to the University of Iowa community, on the
Dubuque Street extension. It is also acc~ssible to our growing
community--east and west, north and south, by its proximity to
Interstate 80. Finally, we believe the site provides an excellent
greeting point to national and intra-state visitors whom we expect
to attract, as they travel through eastern Iowa. For a community
with a national and international reputation in science, health and
technology fields, we believe a science and technology center will
prove to be an unprecedented "ambassador" institution.
When the City later decided to condemn this real estate, and
prior to the initiation of the condemnation litigation between Mr.
IOWA CITY AREA $CIF. MCE CENT~
Mr. Stephen Arkins
May 15, 1995
Page 2
Glasgow's partnership and the City of Iowa City, we were pleased to
have been invited attend a charefts hosted by the City, at which
time we held further .informal discussions regarding the possible
location of a science center on a small.portion of the condemned
real estate.
By this letter, I wanted to express our very strong and
continued interest in locating a science and technology center on
this site. We believe such a location would benefit the public
whom we serve. Such a facility would be designed, in cooperation
with the City, to assure that it posed no threat to the operation
of the new water treatment plant.
We respectfully request the opportunity to meet with
appropriate officials from the City as soon as reasonably possible,
to allow our earlier discussions to continue. We hope that such a
dialogue would lead, in the very near future, to the execution of
a written agreement in principal under which terms ICASC would be
allowed to use a desi~nated portion of this land so that our Board
of Directors might, in turn, approach appropriate foundations and
agencies to determine their interest and ability to assist us in
funding the planning and construction phases of this exciting
venture.
Thank you for your prompt response to this request.
Best wishes.
July 6, 1995
Darrell McAllister, Chief
Water Quality Bureau
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Wallace State Office Building
Des Moines, IA 50319
Re:
NPDES Permit Numbers 5225001 & 5225002 Wastewater Treatment and Collection
Facility Improvements - City of Iowa City
Dear Mr. McAllister:
On May 16, 1995, the City of Iowa City submitted to the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources the "Design Outline for Wastewater Treatment and collection Facility Improve-
ments" dated May 1994. This "Design Outline," prepared by Stanley Consultants Inc. was
submitted as both the plan of action and the preliminary engineering report for the Iowa City
Ammonia Reduction Project.
The IDNR in a letter dated November 10, 1994, proposed the following schedule for
completion of the work included in the "Design Outline":
August1,1995
Submit Final Plans and Specifications Meeting IDNR
Design Standards
December 1, 1995
Receive Bids
January 1, 1996
Award Contracts
February 1, 1996
Start Construction
July 1, 1998
Initiate Operations
November 1, 1998
Compliance with Final Effluent Limitations
It appears that these dates, although consistent with the schedule included in the "Design
Outline," are overly burdensome on the City, The City therefor requests consideration of a
revised schedule which will allow time to complete design, acquire property rights, provide
Darrell McAllister
July 6, 1995
Page 2
for regulatory rev. ew, sell bonds, accumulate cash, establish a reasonable and acceptable user
rate structure, and complete construction.
We would like to point out that the City has also just completed the design outline for new
Water Facility improvements. These improvements include new water sources, distribution
system improvements, and a ne.w water treatment plant, The City has purchased the new
site for the treatment plant and we'are currently constructing the test wells at the site. These
will become production wells in tl~e future. These new water treatment and source/supply
facilities will be constructed in phases over the next six years. The estimated .cost for the
water project is $52,000,000 in 1995 dollars.
Just as with the wastewater improvements (945,000,000), the City intends to sell revenue
bonds for a substantial portion of the costs for both projects. Bond issue structure and the
possibility of cash accumulation are now in preparation; however, we have estimated that the
borrowing of 997,000,000 + over the next six years could result not only in a significant new
debt burden for the City, but also with interest and borrowing costs, would make these water
an~l wastewater improvements actually cost 9200,000,000. This, in addition to our current
' wastewater debt burden of 940,000,000 (interest costs of 940,000,000), as you can see the
City will be approaching a d~bt burden of ~ 140,000,000 -+, and actual project costs of twice
that amount. We are therefore requesting a revised schedule for wastewater compliance.
It is the City's intent to combine the construction of these two co.stly projects in order to
effectively manage the work. In other words, the City proposes a seven-year construction
schedule for Wastewater Facility Improvements. Even with this extended schedule, the City
will be spending on average ± ~ 1;~,000,000 per year on construction-related activities.
The revised schedule for completion of the Wastewater Facility work is as follows:
October 1, 1995
Submit Final Plans and Specifications Me(~ting IDNR
Design Standards (South River Corridor 'Sewer, Napoleon
Park Pump Station, North and South Plant Improvements)
Darrell Mc,~llister
July 6, 1995
Page 3
February 1, 1996
Receive Bids on S. outh River Corridor Sewer Segment
between Napoleon Park Pump Station and North Plan
March 1, 1996
Award Contract for South River Corridor Sewer Segment
between Napoleon Park Pump Station and North Plan
April 1, 1996
Start Construction for South River Corridor Sewer Seg-
ment between Napoleon Park Pump Station and North
Plan
February 1, 1997
Receive Bids on Napoleon Park Pump Station
March 1, 1997
Award Contract on Napoleon Park Pump Station
April 1, 19979
Start ~:onstruction on Napoleon Park Pump Station
October 1, 1997
Completion Construction on South River Corridor Sewer
Segment between Napoleon Park Pump Station and North
Plant
February 1, 1998
Receive Bids on South River Corridor Sewer Segment
between South Plant and Napoleon Park Pump Station
March 1, 1998
Award Contract on South River Corridor Sewer Segment
between South Plant and Napoleon Park Pump Station
April 1, 1998
Start Construction on South River Corridor Sewer Seg-
ment 'between South Plant and Napoleon Park Pump
Station
October 1, 1998
Complete Construction on Napoleon Park Pump Station
Darrell McAllister
July 6, 1995
Page 4
October 1, 1999
February 1, 2000
March 1, 2000
April 1, 2000
April 1, 2002
Complete Construction on South River Corridor Sewer
Segment between South Plant and Napoleon Park Pump
Station
Receive Bids on North and South Plant Improvements
Award Contract on North and South Plant Improvements
Start Construction on North and South Plant Improvements
Complete Construction on North and South Plant Im-
provements
May 1, 2002 Initiate Operations
August 1, 2002 Compliance with Final Effluent Limitations
trust you will consider this revised schedule favorably as it will reduce the City's financial
burden (debt) over the next 25 years and still meet the federal requirement for ammonia
removal within a reasonable time frame.
Sincerely,
Stephen ~J. Atkins
City Manager
JCCOG
rr[l m e m o
Date: July 3, 1995
To:
From:
Re:
Johnson County Board of Supervisors
Mayor, City Council, City Administrator;, City of Corelville
Mayor, City Council, City Manager;, City of Iowa City
Jeff David,on, Executive Director ~J/
Proposed 28EAgreement for FY96 Paretransit Sen/ice between Corelville, Iowa
City and Johnson County
Attached is a proposed agreement for FYg6 paratransit sen/ice which has been negotiated
between representatives of the City (~f Corelville, the City of Iowa City, and Johnson County.
The provision of service under ~his agreement will allow Coralville and Iowa City to fulfill their
obligations to provide paretransit sewice. The agreement reflects an 11-month contract period
beginning August 1, 1995, since the FY95 agreement was extended to 13 months.
The proposed agreement reflects a groat deal of negotiation between Coralville, Iowa City and
Johnson County. There has been some give and take by all three entities. The proposed
agreement will be under consideration at the July 6 meeting of the Johnson County Board of
Supervisors, and at the July 11 meetings of the Coralville and Iowa City City Councils.
Please contact me at 356-5252 if there are any questions regarding this matter.
cc: Larry Olson
Pat White
Kelly Hayworth
Joe Fowler
Ron Logsden
Attachment
bj~Se
28E AGREEMENT FOR FY96 PARATRANSIT SERVICE BETWEEN
THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, THE CITY OF IOWA CITY
AND JOHNSON COUNTY
This Agreement is made and entered into by and between the City of Coralville, Iowa, hereinafter
referred to as Coralville, the City of Iowa City, Iowa, hereinafter referred to as Iowa City, and
Johnson County, Iowa, hereinafter referred to as the County.
Section I. Scope of Services
The County shall provide paratransit service consistent with the Americans with DisabilitiesAct
to Coralville and Iowa City through the Johnson County SEATS program. Paratransit is public
transit service for persons who, for reasons of age or disability, are unable to use fixed.route
transit service.
Section It. General Terms
The paratransit service area for Coralville and Iowa City shall be the corporate limits of
the City of Coralville and the City of Iowa City. The paratransit service area for Johnson
County is the portion of the county not included in the iowa City Urbanized Area,
The paretransit service shall commence August 1, 1995, and continue for eleven months
through and including June 30, 1996. Upon mutual agreement of all parties, the
paratransit service may be extended for a period not to exceed one year through and
including June 30, 1997.
The paltransit service shall be operated within the corporate limits of Coralville and 10wa
City from 6:00 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 6:00 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. 0n
Saturday; and 8;00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. In addition, paratransit service inthe
Coralville Transit service area shall be operated from 10:30 p.m. until midnight Monday
through Friday. The operation of paratmnsit service shall specifically include Martin Luther
King's Birthday, Presidents Day, Veterans Day, and the day after Thanksgiving. The
paratransit service shall operate a holiday schedule consistent with Coralville Transiland
Iowa City Transit.
The paratransit service shall be operated as door-to-door service. If requested, Johnson
County SEATS operators shall assist passengers from the door of the origin to the door
of the destination of each trip, including assistance in carrying groceries and packages.
Johnson County SEATS opereatore shall be sensitive to the needs of elderly passengers
and passengers with disabilities. Coralville and Iowa City shall reserve the right to require
sensitivity training of Johnson County SEATS operatore.
The paratransit sewice shall be operated with a $1.00 fare, Fares collected shall be
retained by Johnson County. The fee for paratransit service provided to Coralville and
Iowa City by Johnson County shall reflect an estimated $36,667 in fare revenue which is
credited to Coralville and Iowa City on a 16%/84% basis. The only exceptions t01he
$1.00 fare shall be specific individuals designated by Coralville or iowa City as being
entitled to a waiver of the $1.00 fare, Fare revenue shall be reconciled with the dailylrip
sheets by Johnson County SEATS and fully accounted for in Johnson County SEATS
records, which records shall be available for inspection by either city upon request,
10.
The paratransit service will be predicated on the following number of vehicle hours per day
operated in integrated service for Coralville, Iowa City and Johnson County:
# of Vehicle
Time Period Vehicles Hours/Day
M-F 6-7 a.m. 2 2
M-F 7 a.m.-5 p.m. 11 110
M-F 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. 2 11
Sat. 6-8 a.m. 2 4
Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 4 24
Sat. 2 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 2 11
Sun. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 4 24
Based on paratransit service demand, Johnson County SEATS may operate a greater or
lesser number of paratransit vehicles during the various time periods. Coralville and Iowa
City ~hall retain the right to direct Johnson County SEATS to operate a specified number
of vehicles in each time period.
Vehicles operated by Johnson County SEATS shall be clearly marked as City of Coralville,
City of Iowa City, and Johnson County paratransit vehicles. Iowa City shall provide
signage for the purpose of identifying vehicles that are in use as Coralville-Iowa City-
Johnson County parstransit vehicles. Vehicles and personnel used to provide Coralville-
Iowa City-Johnson County paratransit service shall be neat and clean in appearance.
Johnson County will be familiar with the JCCOG Complementary Paratransit Ran for the
Iowa City Urbanized Area, and will conduct the paratransit service consistent with this
document. This will include the determination of rider eligibility based on a certification
process which will be conducted by Coralville and Iowa City. Johnson County SEATS
shall notify Coralville and Iowa City of requests for ADA certification on a weekly basis.
This shall begin a 21.day grace period for the person making the request for ADA
certification. It shall be the responsibility of Coralville and Iowa City to notify SEATS of
the determination of ADA eligibility, otherwise the person making the request shall remain
eligible for paratransit service. Priority for the paratransit service will be given to persons
certified under the ADA. Rides will also be granted to non-ADA certified persons 60 years
of age and older. Johnson County will accept trip requests during office hours on all days
prior to days of service, and will accept requests for Monday trips on Sunday.
The dispatching function shall be provided by Johnson County SEATS employees. In
addition to dispatching the paratransit service, Johnson County SEATS will dispatch trip
requests for non-lift equipped paratransit service through a supplemental private taxi
contract. The taxi service is intended to provide supplemental rides for non-disabled
elderly persons and ADA-eligible persons not requiring a lift-equipped vehicle during times
when capacity is not available on SEATS vehicles. The supplemental taxi service shall
be dispatched according to requirements of the supplemental taxi service contract.
The following no-show policy shall be in effect: A no-show shall be defined as the failure
to cancel a scheduled ride at least 30 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. If a rider
is a no-show two or more times in any given 30 day period, Johnson County SEATS will
attempt to contact the rider to determine the legitimacy of the problem. Johnson County
shall notify Coralville or Iowa City of any riders that have been no-shows two or more
times within a 30 day period. Upon notification, Coralville or Iowa City shall send a written
warning to the rider stating that failure to cancel two times in the next 30 day period will
result in suspension from paratransit sen, ice. This no-show policy includes rides scheduled
under the supplemental taxi contract.
11.
Johnson County SEATS shall maintain reporting statistics required by the Federal Transit
Administration National Transit Database (formerly Federal Section 15 system). In
addition, Johnson County SEATS shall implement a management information system
consisting of information for each trip provided using the form attached and identified as
"Form A". Form A information shall be accumulated on a weekly basis and submitted to
Coralville and Iowa City no later than Wednesday of the following week. Iowa City Transit
employees shall assist Johnson County SEATS in implementing the documentation of all
trips using Form A. Johnson Count,/ agraes to the phase-in of a computerized
management information system no later than December 31, 1995, which will enable
Coralville and Iowa City to receive Form A information in a summary format. Johnson
County SEATS shall provide Coralville and Iowa City with a list of all dders referred to the
supplemental taxi service on a weekly basis.
12.
After January 1, 1996, Johnson County SEATS shall comply with the Federal Transit
Administration drug and alcohol testing requirements, and shall be responsible for any and
all costs associate(J with said drug and alcohol testing requirements. Johnson County shall
certify that they have not been debarred from federally funded contracting. Johnson
County SEATS shall comply with any other requirements required by the Federal Transit
Administration. Johnson County SEATS employees shall have any commercial drivers
license required by Iowa law. Johnson County agrees to be responsible for the acts of
Johnson County SEATS employees while on duty, except as otherwise prohibited by law.
13.
Before commencing work under this contract, Johnson County SEATS shall submit proof
of insurance meeting the City of Iowa City Class II requirements.
14.
Johnson County SEATS shall consider all requests for service from the public consistently.
Requests for service which exceed the level of service provided to the general public
according to the provisions of this Agreement shall require a separate contract between
the requesting entity and Johnson County. Provision of separate contract service by
Johnson County SEATS shall not diminish the provision of service to Coralville and Iowa
City according to the requirements of Sectio~'~ II, paragraph 6.
15.
Johnson County SEATS shall be permitted to use'Iowa City Transit facilities according to
the-following schedule:
Driver's room: no charge.
Vehicle storage areas: no charge on space-available basis.
Vehicle wash facilities: no charge on as-available basis.
Fueling facility: $20 per month plus fuel expense.
Section'Ill. Compensation
Johnson County shall be reimbursed by Coralville at a rate of $6,802 per month, for a total
annual contract fee of $74,82.2, Checks shall be issued on the first check rele.ase date
of each month by Coralville. Johnson County shall be reimbursed by Iowa City at a rate
of $36,235 per month, for a total annual contract fee of $398,585. Checks shall be
released on the first check release date of each month by Iowa City. These amounts
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represent the total annual fee for the provision of parstransit service by Johnson County
to Coralville and Iowa City for the 11-month period between August and June 'of FY96.
Section IV. Duration
This Agreement shall be in effect from the effective date below to June 30, 1996. This
Agreement may be modified at any time by a mutual agreement of the parties. By mutual
agreement of the parties this Agreement may be extended by a renewal term not to exceed one
year through and including June 30, 1997.
Section V. Extent of Agreement
This Agreement shall be filed with the Secretary of the State of Iowa and the County Recorder
of Johnson County, Iowa, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 28E, Code of Iowa (1993).
This Agreement represents the entire agreement between Coralville, Iowa City, and Johnson
County for parstransit service. It may be amended only by a written instrument signed by all
parties.
Dated this day of ,1995.
CITY OF CORALVILLE, IOWA
CITY Of IOWA CITY, IOWA
By:
Allan L. Axeen, Mayor
By:
Susan M. Horowitz, Mayor
ATTEST:
City Cled(
ATTEST:
City Clerk
JOHNSON COUNTY. IOWA
Approved by
By:
Charles Duffy, Chairperson
Board of Supervisors
City Attorney's Office
ATTEST:
County Auditor
STATE OF IOWA
JOHNSON COUNTY
Onthis dayof ,19 ,beforeroe,
, a Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa, personally
appeared Allan L. Axeen and Ariys Hannam, to me personally known, and, who, being by me duly
sworn, did say that they are the Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Coralville, Iowa;
that the seal affixed to the foregoing instrument is the corporate seal of the corporation, and that
the instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of the corporation, by authority of its City Council,
as contained in (Ordinance) (Resolution) No, passed by the City Council, on the
day of ,19 , and that Allan L. Axeen and Ariys
Harmare acknowledged the execution of the instrument to be their voluntary act and deed and
the voluntary act and deed of the corporation, by it voluntarily executed.
Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa
STATE OF IOWA )
) SS:
JOHNSON COUNTY )
On this day of ,19 , before me,
, a Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa, personally
appeared Susan M. Horowitz and Marian K, Karr, to me personally known, and, who, being by
me duly sworn, did say that they are the Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa
City, Iowa; that the seal affixed to the foregoing instrument is the corporate seal of the
corporation, and that the instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of the corporation, by
authority of Its City Council, as contained in (Ordinance) (Resolution) No. passed
by the City Council, on the day of ,19 , and that
Susan M. Horowitz and Marian K. Karr acknowledged the execution of the instrument to be their
voluntary act and deed and the voluntary act and deed of the corporation, by it voluntarily
executed.
Notary Public in and for the State of.Iowa
6
STATE OF IOWA
JOHNSON COUNTY
On this day of ,19 , before me,
, a Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa, personally
appeared Charles Duffy and Tom Slockett, to me personally known, and, who, being by me duly
sworn, did say that they are the Board of Supervisors Chairperson and County Auditor,
respectively, of Johnson County, Iowa; that the seal affixed to the foregoing instrument is the
corporate seal of the corporation, and that the instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of the
corporation, by authority of its Board of Supervisors, as contained in a motion approved by the
Board of Supervisors, as contained in a motion approved by the Board of Supervisors on the
day of .19 , and that Charles Duffy and Tom
Slockett acknowledged the execution of the instrument to be their voluntary act and deed and the
voluntary act and deed of the corporation, by'it voluntarily executed.
Notan/Public in and for the State of Iowa
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
June 19, 1995
Stephen Atkins, City Manager
Joe Fowler, Director Parking & Transit .-,
Reference: Lighting Enhancement Study
Following Council direction, the Parking Division retained the services of Shire Hattery
Engineers & Architects to conduct an evaluation of the current lighting in the Capitol and
Dubuque Street Parking Ramps and to make any recommendations necessary to improve the
lighting up to industry standard and twice the industry standard, similar to the Chauncey
Swan Ramp. This study also included painting or staining of the parking areas and graphic
enhancements. The followi~.~ is a summary of the report.
The current Illuminating Engineering Society st-andards for interior lighting of parking facilities
is 5fc (foot candles) of light in the parking and pedestrian areas. Currently neither facility
meets this minimum standard throughout. In the Dubuque Street Ramp light readings range
from 0.5 to 5.2fc. Average fc for the facility is 1.9fc. Readings in the Capitol Street Ramp
are better, ranging from 0.6 to 6.Ofc with an average of 2.5fc. To bring both facilities to the
5fc standard Shive Hattery has proposed several alternatives. Cost estimates for these
projects range from 8215,000 to 8261,000. The scope of the projects varied, but the final
result was the same - increase the number of light fixtures in each facility.
At this time it is not known if Capitol Street has the capacity to increase lighting to twice
industry standards. However, if it does, cost estimates to bring both facilities to twice the
fc level of lighting (10fc) range from $325,000 to 8363,000.
Both the 5fc and 10fc projects would increase the annual operating cost for Parking. This
increase would result from additional electrical charges and increased maintenance. In the
Dubuque Street Ramp yearly electrical cost would increase from the current $19,500 to
824,000 at 5fc and to 830,000 for 10fc. Capitol Street electrical cost would increase from
$25,900 to 831,000 for 5fc and $39,000 for 1Ofc.
The original concept of painting the ramps was expanded to include staining.' Both' options
would result in improved fc readings. Shive's report indicates that minimum standards could
be achieved in the Capitol Street Ramp as a result. They also state that as vehicles park in
the ramp the benefits would be reduced, Parked vehicles, particularly dark colored vehicles,
would reduce the benefits of painting or staining. Dubuque Street would have similar benefits
but minimum standards would not be achieved as the current fc level is lower. The original
cost estimate obtained by the Parking Division, 980,000, was for one coat of paint. The
estimate from the Shire Hattery report includes surface preparation and three coats of paint.
Cost of painting is estimated at $134,000 for Dubuque Street and $254,000 for Capitol
Street. Staining estimates are 9161,000 for Dubuque and 8304,000 for Capitol. Annual
maintenance for either painting or staining is estimated at ~67,000. Stain has a longer useful
life, 1'0 years, than paint, 5 to 7 years, and would therefore be the preferred app~cation.
· Initial .cost for staining is 9465,000.
Feature painting (painted columns, wall strips, informational graphics) and feature lighting
were also addressed. These items would address interior appearance of the facilities. It was
the conclusion of Shive Hattery that no benefit could be obtained from feature lighting. There
would be no measurable increase in the lighting in the facility and it would provide additional
roosting sites for birds. Feature painting would brighten and make a more.attractive interior.
It would also provide additional direction to ramp users. Cost of.f.,eature painting is estimated
at 924,000 for Dubuque and $28,000 for Capitol Street.
While evaluating these proposals, I also took into account the fact that Shive Hattery is
currently updating the maintenance program for Dubuque, Capitol, and Swan Ramps. The
updated report will contain an eight year work program and an estimate of cost. The
preliminary cost estimate for these projects is estimated at 91,150,000. This information
combined with the additional debt that will be incurred with the construction of a facility
south of Burlington Street had a definite impact on my recommendation when rev}ewing
lighting and painting/staining project. The cost estimates for these projects range from
9215,000 (increase lighting to 5fc) to 9465,000 {staining the ramp interiors). In addition
each project would require increased yearly operating cost. As our bonding requirements
require periodic inspection and planned maintenance worl~ to protect the bond holders'
investment, we must continue with these maintenance related projects. It is anticipated we
can meet this obligation without additional rate increases. Construction of a new facility will
require an increase in fees. To minimize future increases I cannot at this time recommend
additional projects Which may require fee increases. As an alternative, I recommend the
feature painting and graphics. This would brighten the interior of the ramps and increase user
information. This would not bring the facilities interior lighting up to industry star~dards but
would add color and lighten the interior of the facilities.
cc: Bill Dollman, Parking Manager
bl~ightlng
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Re: Establishment of.a Se~ic~ Quali~ T~k Force for Housing Code~forcement
~ctivities * ~ '* ~/
At the recent C~ Council meeting of 5/23/95, Dick Hupfeld, President of the Grea~er Iowa Ci~
ApaAment Association, requested the Ci~ establish a task force concerning code enforcement
activities of the Housing Inspection Division. He suggested a task for~ membership ~at includes
citizens receiving sewices from the Housing Code inspection division (e.g. apa~ment owners,
prope~ managers, tenants, etc.). The Council expressed an interest in the task fome idea ano
requested more detai~s regarding the organization and purpose of a task for~. ~e pu~ose of
this memorandum is to racommend a charge to a task force and define its organization.
Generally, Dick Hupfeld's comments to the City Council can be summarized as customer service
issues relating to communications and delivery of services (i.e. inspections), In response to the
issues raised, I propose a task force with s focus on quality of service. The establishment of a
task force focused on service quality provides the opportunity for my staff to work directly with its
customers in assessing the service environment and developing programs/strategies that
emphasize customer service. The recommendations of this task force should also result in a
process that facilitates continuous consumer feedback which ensures service quality. The charge
to the committee would be to:
1, Assess the quality of Housing Code Inspection services;
2, recommend programs and/or strategies designed to meet the needs and solve the
problems of citizens/customers; and
3, recommend a process for obtaining continuous consumer feedback.
The membership of the task fom~ would:
· have a maximum of 7 members.
include individuals rapresenting customer groups receiving services from housing code
inspections, Representativesonthetaskforcewouldincludethefollowing: property manager,
apartment owners association, tenant, neighborhood organization .rep, landlord/tenant
association, Housing Commissioner. In addition, one Housing Inspector would serve on the
task force.
include individuals who have the commitment, enthusiasm and willingness to work together,'
As part of the selection process, each individual would be asked to review and agree to accept
the following task force member responsibilities:
2
a. Attend all meetings.
b. Participate in meetings and address issues in a creative, problem-solving manner.
c. Serve as a liaison between the task force and the organization they represent.
d. Demonstrate commitment to the goal of the task force by suggesting ideas, supporting
and selling the goals of the task force to their organizations.
Each task force member would be made aware that failure to perform any of the above
responsibilities would result in dismissal from the task force.
I would establish the initial timetable for the task force to develop its.work program. I believe the
task force should be able to complete its work program within one year. Depending on the work
program, this may mean the task force would have to meet more than monthly.
In conclusion, this proposal recommends the establishment of a service quality task force whose
purposes are to assess service issues, make recommendations regarding new pro-
grams/strategies that emphasize service, and recommend a process for obtaining continuous
consumer feedback. If this task force is a success, this model may be helpful in evaluating other
services provided by the Department of Housing and Inspection Services.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
June 30, 1995
To:
From:
Re:
Stephen Arkins, City Manager
Donald Yucuis, Finance Director B s"i o~
Wastewater/Water Rate Options g 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25
Percent Cash ._.
Per City Council direction, I have prepared several rate options based on generating cash of 5,
10, 15, 20 and 25 percent in 2001 to pay for some of the costs of both the wastewater and water
projects.
Wastewater:
You will find attached a schedule of the costs associated with the wastewater projects, sample
rate options that would be needed to pay for the projects and the impact to the users on a
monthly basis, based on the following assumptions:
1. Phasing in the projects over six years.
2. Rate options that generate cash of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 percent of the project costs.
3. Project costs inflated at 3.5% per year where applicable.
4. Project costs include one year debt service reserve.
5. 25-year, 7% revenue bonds - level debt service.
Savings is based on comparison of financing the entire project now without cash versus
deferring the projects and selling bonds plus generating cash to fund part of the costs.
7. Total costs include the project cost, interest, ir{flation and on~ year debt service.
Phase-in CY95 - pipe from north plant to Napoleon
CY96 - Napoleon Park Lift Station
CY97 - Pipe from south plant to Napoleon
CY2000 - New south plant expansion
cY. t3
2
The table below summarizes the total project costs (cash, principal and interest) and savings
compare~l to financing the entire project in FY95 and FY97.
No Cash - Construct Now
5% Cash - Phase-in
10% Cash - Phase-in
15% Cash - Phase-in
20% Cash - Phase-in
25% Cash - Phase-in
Total Costs Savings Cash
$99,754,700 - -
104,167,704 $(4,413,004) ...$2,493,000
100,856,449 (1,101,749) 4,952,600
97,545,693 2,209,007' 7,412,500
94,274,572 5,480,178 9,837,000
91,006,351 8,748,349 12,264,500
Savings start after 10% cash is generated.
The attached schedule shows a sampling of what the monthly rates could be and the impact to
the average residential wastewater and large users, The rate structure as shown is for discussion
purposes. I would like to see a multi-year rate structure approved, but would not recommend
more than three years because rates could be adjusted up or down based on abtual bids that
come in on the projects. In any scenario, a rate increase should be approved by the City Council
effective March 1, 1996.
Water:
You will find attached a schedule of the water projects, sample rate options to pay for the projects
and the monthly impact to the users based on the following assumptions:
1. Phasing in the projects over six years.
2. Rate options that generate cash of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 percent of the project costs.
3, Project costs inflated at 3.5% per year where applicable.
4. Project costs include one year debt servic~ reserve.
3
25-year, 7% revenue bonds - level debt service.
Saving is based on comparison of utilizing no cash versus generating cash to fund part
of the costs.
7. Total costs include project cost, interest, inflation and one year debt service.
The total project costs (cash, principal and interest) and savings using no cash versus cash to
pay for some of the project costs are shown below:
No Cash - Construct Now
5% Cash - Phase-in
10% Cash - Phase-in
15% Cash - Phase-in
20% Cash - Phase-in
25% Cash - Phase-in
Total Costs Savings Cash
$116,305,393 - -
112,621,938 $3,684,456 $2,698,700
100,856,449 7,285,459 5,371,589
97,545,693 10,859,308 8,019,000
94,274,572 14,381,585 10,642,900
91,006,351 17,864,285 13,242,018
Savings start immediately when cash is used to pay for some of the project costs.
The attached schedule shows what the monthly rates could be and the impact to the average
residential water and large users. The rate structure as shown is for discussion purposes. I
would like to see a multi-year rate structure approved, but would not recommend more than three
years because rates could be adjusted up or down based on actual bids that come in on the
projects. In any scenario, a rate increase should be approved effective March 1, 1996.
Attachment
Fiscal Year
FY 1995'
FY 1996
FY 1997
FY 1998
FY 1999
FY 2000
FY 2001
FY 2002
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FYRRmp~006
Options-
Large User
Commercial
FY 1995
FY 1996
FY 1997
FY 1999
FY 2001
FY 2003
FY. 2006
Industrial
FY 1995
FY 1956
FY 1997I
FY 1999
NO I~]ASE IN AND
FINANCE ENTIRELY
FROM SaND P~OCEEDS
FINANCE ENTIRELY
FROM BONDS
$23.250,000 EACH IN
1995 AND 1997; TOTAL
PROJECT COSTS
INTEREST-ESS.754,?00.
Monthly
· Estimated Residential
35% 19.94
10% 2E,22
20% 30.26
0% 33.29
8% 34.55
O% 34.95
5% 36.70
0% 36.70
Monlh]y COSl
35% 5,828
16% 6,7021
10% 7.372
10% 9,731
0% 9,731
6% 10.218
0% t0,729
35% 26,000
15% 29.906
10% 32,890
10% 43,415
0% 43,415
5% 45,586
0% 47,865
WASTEWATER PROJECTS - PHASE IN AND ACCUMULATE CASH
5%, 10%, 15%, 20% 25% BY THE YEAR 2001
WASTEWATER - PHASE
IN PROJ£CTS-
FAiL '96.$5,340,000;
FALL °97- S 17,025,000;
TOTAL COST OF
SaNDS TOTALING
$47o399,000, CASH-
INTEREST*
{$4,413,O041~
Monthly
Estimated Residential
Annual Cost for
35% 19.94
10% 21.93
10% 24.12
7% 25.81
7% 27.62
7% 31.62
0% 31.62
5% 33.20
0% 33.20
0% 33.20
0% 33.20
10% CASH IN 2001
WASTEWATER - PHASE
IN PROJECTS-
FALL'S5- I 0,940,000;
FALL '96-$5.340,000;
FAlL '97-917.025.000;
S 16.352,500;
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECT*S4~*,6e7.500;
BONDS TOTAUNG
$44,705,000. CASH-
$4,852.500;
INTEREST
Monthly
Estimated Residential
35% 19.94
10,% 24.12
7% 25.81
5% 33.20
0% 33.20
5% 34.86
0% 34.86
0% 34,86
Monthly Cost Monthly Cost
35% 6,828 35% 5,828
10,% 6.411 ' 10% 6.411
10% 7,052 10% 7,052
7% 8,074 7% 8.074
7% 9,244 7% 9,244
6% 9,706 0% 9,706
0% 9,706 0% 10,191 '
35% 26,000 35% 26,000
10% 28,600 10% 28,600 !
10% 31,460 10% 31.460
7% 36,018 7% 36,018
7% 41,237 7% 41,237
5% 43,299 0% 43,299
0% 43,299 0% 45.464
15% CASH IN 2001
W~,STBWATF.~ - PHASE
IN PROJECTS-
FAI~'95-10,940.000;
FALL '96-$5,340,000:
FALL '97-S 17,025,000;
SPRtNG '2000-
TOTA~ COST OF
PROJECT-S49,427,500;
$42.01 S,000, CASH-
07.412.500: WITH
SAVINGS S2o207,382.
Monthly
Estimated Residential
I Rate Adjust Wastewater
35% 19.94
15% 22.93
12% 25.88
10% 28.25
10,% 31.O8
5,% 32.63
0% 32.63
0`% 32.63
0% 32.63
0% 32.63
0% 32.63
0% 32.63
Monthly Cost
35% 5,828
15% 6,702
12% 7,506
10% 9,083
0% 9,537
0% 9.537
0% 9,537
35% 28.000
15% 29.900
12% 33,488
10% 40,521
0,% 42,547
0% 42,547
0,% 42,847
20%CASH~12001
WASTEWATBR - PHAS~
U~ PROJECTS-
FALL'9~10.940,000;
PROJECT-~49,197.~;
$AVING~ ~5,477,778.
Mont~
35% 19.94
25% CASH IN 2001
WASTEWATER - PHASE
FALL'95-10.940.000;
FALl. '96-95,340,OO0;
FALL '97-$17.028.000;
SPRING '2000-
615,664,500:
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECT-~48,969,800;
WITH IN~EREST-
$91,006,351; BONDS
TOTAUNG $36,705,000,
~AVtNGS S8,748.349.
Monthly
Estimated Residential
Rate Adjust Wastewater
35% 19.94
16 % 22.93 16,% 22.93
11% 28.46 15% 26.37
10% 28.00 12% 29.53
10% 30.80 10% 32.48
10% 33.88 10% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
0% 33.88 0% 35.73
Average
Monthly Cost
35% 5~828
15% 6.702
11% 7r439
10% 9~001
0% 91901
0% 9.901
Monthly Cosl
35% 6.828
6,702
15% 7,707
10% 9,495
0% 10,445
0% 10.445
0% .... 9,901 0% 10,445
35% 26,000
0% 44.176
0% 44,175
35% 26~000
15% 29,900
15% 29,900
11% 33,189 18% 34,385
10% 40,189 10% 42.382
0% 46,598
0% 44.176
~ 0% 46,598
WATER PROJECTS - PHASE IN AND ACCUMULATE CASH
5%, 10%. 15%, 20% 25% BY THE YEAR 2001
FINANCE ENTIRF~Y
FROM BONDS
FY 1996
FY 1997
FY 1998'
FY 1999
FY 2000
FY 2001
FY 2002
FY 2003
FY 2004
FY 2005
FY 2006
WATER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS:
2000-$36.600,000;
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECTS $43,562.850.'
WITH INTEREST AND
ONE YEARS DEBT-
$116.306.393. BONOS
TOTALING G54.218,250~
10% 29.56 ~ 10%
Sample Options-Large User
Commer~al
FY 1995
FY 1996
FY 1997
5% CASH IN 2001
WATER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS:
TOTALCOST OF
PROJECTS $49,662.860,
ONE YEARS DEBT-
$112.621,938. 8aNDS
CASH $2,698,700,
10% CASH IN 2001
WATER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS:
1995-$ 6,315,250
1997 $11,400o000;
2000-$36,300,000;
TOTAL COST OF
PROJECTS $49,562.850.
WITH INTEREST AND
ONE YEARS DEBT-
$109,019,935. BONDS
TOTALING 748,339.250.
CASH $5,371.689,
SAVINGS-57,285o469. I
Monthly * . Mo~lthJy
15% CASH IN 2001
WAFER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS:
PROJECTS $49,662,850,
ONE YEARS DEBT-
~ 106,446,056. BONDS
CASH $8,019.000.
20% 21.07
20% 25.28
10% 36.77
0% 36.77
0% 36.77
0% 36,77
0% 36,77
0% 96.77
Average Average Average Average
Monthly Cost MonthJy Cost Monthly Cost Monthly Cost
25% 3,933 25% 3.933 25% 3,938 25% 3,338
15% 4,529 20% 4,726 20% 4,726 20% 4.726
10% 5,480 ~0% 5.979 15% 6,250 15% 6,522
10% 6.631 ) 10% 7.235 10% 7,563 10% 8.250
10% 8,023 0% 7.959 ~ 0% 7.563 0% 8.250
0% 8.424 ~ 0% 7,959 0% 7.563 0% 8.250
40% 36,900
25% 21,000
15% 24,150
10% 29.222
10% 35,368
10% 42.783
O% 44,922
40% 16,800 40% 16,800
25% 21,000 25% 21,000
20% 25.200 20% 25,200
10% 31,878 15% 33.327
10% 39.573 I 10% 40.326
0% 42,430 0% 40,326
0% 42,430 0% 40,326
40% 16,800
25% 21,000
20% 25,200
15% 34,776
10% 43,991
0% 43.991
0% 43.991
20%CASH IN 2001
WATER-PHASEIN
PROJECTS:
1995-0 6,315,250
1997 $1~.400.000;
2000-$36.500.000:
TOTALCOST OF
WITHINTERESTAND
ONE YEARS DEB~
$101.923.809. BONDS
TOTALING $42,873,250,
CASH
SAVINGS-$14,381o585.
25% CASH IN 2001
WATER - PHASE IN
PROJECTS:
2000-$36.500.000;
PROJECTS $49,562,650,
$98,441,109. BONDS
CASH $13,242.018o
Monthly Monthly
20% 31.56 20% 32.89
15% 36.29 20% 39.47
0% 36.29 0% 39.47
0% R6.29 0% 39.47
0% 36.29 0% 39.47
0% 36.29 0% 39.47
0% 36.29 0% 39.47
0% 36.29 0% 39.47
Average Avara9e
Monthly Cos1
for Water for Water
40% 40% 3,150
30% 4,095 30% 4,099
20% 26% 5,119
20% 20% 7,372
0% 8.137 0% 9,84e
0% 0% 8,846
0% 8,137 0% 8,848
40% 40% 16.800
30% 30% 21.840
20% 26.208 25% 27.300
20% 37.740 20% 39,312
0% 43,401 0% 47,174
0% 0% 47,174
0% 43,401 0% 47,174I
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
June 30, 1995
To:
From:
Stephen Atldns, City Manager
Marcia Klingaman, Neighborhood ~emces t;ooramator - ',..,~---
John Yapp, Neighborhood Services Intern {/~?
Re:
Six month assessment of the Neighborhoo~ Stop Sign Program
In November, 1994, the City of Iowa City installed an experimental stop sign system in three
separate neighborhoods, the Northside, Longfellow/Creekside, and Benton/Mormon
Trek/Highway 1 areas (see attached maps). These neighborhoods were chosen because of
requests by the residents for more stop signs, and because of their differences in street design.
The Northside is in a grid pattern, Longfellow/Creekside is a modified grid, and
Benton/Mormon Trek/Highway 1 is a curvilinear pattern. Six months after the installment of
the stop signs, the residents of the neighborhoods were surveyed about whether they thought the
signs reduced the speed of traffic, whether they perceived the signs reduced the volume of
traffic, and whether they wanted to keep the stop sign system in place (see attached survey).
One survey form was sent to each household in the respective neighborhoods. Of the 2800
surveys sent out, 1020 (36.4%) were returned. The return rate per neighborhood is:
Table I Return Rates
Neighborhood
~LSent Out # Returned
Benton/Mormon Trek
Longfellow/Creekside
Northside
880 311 35.3%
1194 473 39.6%
726 236 32.5%
As the attached charts show, a majority of residents wish to keep,the stop sign system in place.
However, a significantly lower percentage of respondents believe the stop signs reduced the
speed and the volume of traffic. In fact, most respondents believed the stop signs did not reduce
the volume of traffic in their neighborhood. This indicates that residents enjoy the experimental
stop signs for reasons other than the reduction of the speed and volume of traffic.
The stop signs are more popular in the Northside and Longfellow/Creekside neighborhoods than
in the Benton/Mormon Trek neighborhood (see Table II below). Judging from the comments
received on the surveys, the signs are not as popular on roads designed as circles and cul-de-
sacs, as these roads do not have a significant problem with cut-through traffic. They were more
well-liked in the neighborhoods with streets in a grid pattern, Northside and
Longfellow/Creekside areas. In addition, a much higher percentage of respondents in the
Benton/-Mormon Trek/Highway 1 neighborhood felt the signs did not reduce the speed and
volume of traffic.
Table II
Percentage of Respondents Who Want To Keep the Signs
Neighborhood
Benton/Mormon Trek
Longfellow/Creekside
Northside
# Respondents
Keep the Signs?
311 207 66.6%
473 363 80.1%
236 198 83.9%
The comments section of the survey provided a forum for respondents to write down their
thoughts on the stop sign experiment. Of the 1,020 surveys returned, 657 (64.4%) had.
comments written on them.
The comments also reflected what the data show, that the signs are more popular in areas with
a grid street pattern (which is more likely to suffer from cut-through traffic) than in areas with
circles and cul-de-sacs. The comments also show that people want to keep the stop signs not
necessarily because they reduce the speed and volume of traffic, but because they provide a
sense of control at the intersections. The five most frequent comments are listed below, in
descending order:
The stop signs are a great idea, they provide a greater sense of security and control at
intersections, especially for children crossing the street.
2. There needs to be more enforcement of the new stop signs for them to be :ffective.
.Many drivers are running through the signs, especially before and after school. The
problem of drivers running through the signs is common to all three neighborhoods.
4. Too many stop signs are a waste of gas and are bad for the environment.
Parking needs to be restricted, especially near the stop signs, so that they are visible.
This comment was especially frequent in the Northside and in Creekside.
GENERAL COMMENTS
The original goal of the stop sign system was to reduce the amount of traffic cutting through
residential neighborhoods. Only a minority of respondents perceived, however, that the signs
resulted in a decrease in the volume of traffic. Evaluating any volume change is difficult for
the City, according to the Traffic Engineer, because of seasonal differences, school activity, and
construction activity (see attached memo from the Traffic Engineer).
The most frequent comment from all three neighborhoods was that residents want to keep the
signs, believing they provide a sense of control at the intersections. Many parents expressed
concern for their children having to cross the street at uncontrolled intersections, and thanked
the City for putting up the signs. A slight majority of respondents believed that the signs
reduced the speed of traffic.
The Traffic Engineer expressed c9. ncom that the desire'to maintain the stop sign program must
be balanced against the cost of further driver disregard for the signs, additional police
enforcement, and the cost of an expanded program. In tune with the Traffic Engineer's
concerns, the negative comments common to all three neighborhoods were that many drivers
simply do not stop at the new stop signs, there is a lack.of enforcement, too many stop signs
encourage drivers to ignore them, and the signs waste gas, are hard on brakes, and are bad for
the environment. Visibility of the signs was (and is) an issue in the Northside and around City
High, as cars are parked so close to the signs it is difficult to see them. Other less frequent
negative comments focused on specific stop signs.
Although not given here, the less frequent comments are available for review, as well as a street
by street breakdown of the survey results. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact
Marcia Klingaman at//5237, or John Yapp at//5234.
Jim Brachtel, Traffic Engineer
Jeff Davidson, Assistant Director, PCD
Stop Si_cln Survey
.Would you like to keep the stop signs?I
CITY OF IOWA CITY
100.0%
80.0%
60.0%
40. 0%
20.0%
0.0%
Northside
80.1%
5.5%
LongfellowlCreekside
Legend
[] Yes
:~ No
No Opinion
Benton St./Mormon Trek/Hwy. I
7/3/95
100.0%
80.0%
60.0%
40.0%
20.0%
0.0%
Stop Sign Survey
Was the volume of traffic reduced?I
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Legend
[] Yes
~..~ No
No Opinion
38.6%
¢
Northside
52.3%
33.8%
Longfellow/Creekside
Benton St./Mormon TreldHwy. 1
7~3~95
'100.0% -~
80.0% --~
60.0%
40.0%
20.0%
0.0%
Stop Sign Survey
Was the speed of traffic reduced?I
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Legend
[] Yes
~ No
No Opinion
Nodhside
60.5%
LongfellowlCreekside
-i
Benton St./Mormon TreldHwy. 1
7/3/95
Stop Sign Survey Results, Raw Numbers and Percentages
Table I Northside Neighborhood
Keep Signs? Speed Reduced? Volume Reduced?
Ym 198 (83.9°,4) 154 (65.3%) 91 (38.6%)
No 26 (11.0%) 60 (25.4%) 103 (43.6%)
No Opinion 12(5.1%) 22(9.3%) 42(17.8%)
Total 236 (100.0°,,6) 236 (100.0%) 236 (100.0%)
Table II Longfe!low/Creekside Neighborhood
Keep Signs? Speed Reduce, d? Volume Reduced?
Yez 363 ($0.1%) 274 (60.5%) 153 (33.8%)
No 65 (14.3%) 13 ! (28.9%) 237 (52.3%)
lq'o Opinion, 25 (5.5%) 48 (10.6%) _ 63 (13.9%)
Total 473 (100.0%) 473 (100.0%) 473 (100.0%)
Table llI Benton/Mormon Trek/Highway 1 Neighborhood
Keep Signs? Speed Reduced? Volumo Reduced?
Y~s 207 (66.~%) 109 (35.0~) 39 (12.5%)
1% 76 (24.4%) 143 (46.0%) 201 (64.6%)
1% 0pinion_ 28 (9.0%) 59 (19.0%) 71 (22.8%)
Total 311 (100.0%) 311 (100,0%) 311 (100.0%)*
* Any variation in percentages Is due to rounding errors
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
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Dear Longfellow/Creekside Resident,
In November of 1994, the City selected your area as one of three experimental locations for a stop sign system
that is designed to reduce cut-through traffic In your neighborhood and/or control Intersections.
The stop signs have been installed for approximately six months and we are now seeking your input regarding
the stop sign system. Please take a few minutes and respond to the following questions and add any comments
you may have. The bottom portion of this page can then be removed and sent back to u~, pbstage paid.
Dependant upon your response and further evaluation by the Traffic Engineering Division, the system may
remain Intact or be removed.
If you l/ave any questions about this process, please feel free to contact Jim Brachtel, Traffic Engineer, at
356-5191 or me at 356-5237.
Sincerely,
Marcia Klingaman
Neighborhood Services Coordinator
....................................................... -(cut along dotted line) .......................................................
STOP SIGN SYSTEM SURVEY
YES NO
The volume of traffic has been reduced in my neighborhood
The speed of traffic has been reduced in my neighborhood
I would like to see the stop sign system remain in my neighborhood
COMMENTS:
NAME
ADDRESS
Please return this survey by May 19, 1995
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
July 7, 1995
Steve Atkins, City Manager
James Brachtel, Traffic Engineer
Traffic Calming - Residential Stop Sign.Program
During the end of June the Traffic Engineering Division attempted to quantify the impact of
the residential stop sign program on two traffic characteristics: accident experience and
external traffic penetration.
ACCIDENT EXPERIENCE
The Traffic Engineering Division reviewed the accident experience of the three neighborhoods
using the twelve months of the calendar year 1994 as the before and the first six months of
calendar 1995 as the after. The results are summarized below.
Year Northside Longfellow Benton
1995 1/4 3/3 1/0
1994 8/6 7/2 0/1
(# of intersection accidents///of mid-block accidents)
The numbers of accidents in all three neighborhoods are small and the conclusions from the
accident data are not conclusive. It appears that there will be fewer intersection accidents
in the Northside neighborhood for 1995 but not in the other two neighborhoods. The positive
view is that the accident experience did not increase during the first six months of the
installations.
TRAFFIC VOLUMES
No data was collected for post-installation neighborhood traffic volumes. In attempting to
determine appropriate locations for making traffic counts to measure the post-installation
street use it was felt that the after set of data would be influenced by a large set of variables,
including seasonal differences, school activity, construction activity, etc. These variables
could have as great or greater impact on neighborhood traffic than the installation of
residential stop signs when compared against conditions in November 1994.
OBSERVATION
The majority of the residents of the three neighborhoods are in favor of maintaining the
program. This desire on the part of the residents must be balanced against the cost of further
driver disregard for the City's traffic control devices, additional police enforcement and the
cost of an expanded program.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
July 7, 1995
To:
From:
Re:
City Council ·
Marian Karr, City Clerk
Special Census
In June you received information from the City Manager and Bureau of Census regarding
conducting a special census in Iowa City,
The Bureau of Census requires a contract be executed prior to initiating a special census.
After the contract is signed, the City will be required to pro. vide approximately 400 applicants
for testing census enumerators, with roughly one-third being hired. Additionally, the City
would be responsible for providing office space. We have been informed the special census
would be conducted door-to-door between the hours of 6 and 8 in the evening and weekends.
The special census will take 3-4 weeks to complete and the City has tentatively requested the
special census to occur mid to late February (completed prior to Spring Break).
There are many issues surrounding holding a special census. If you choose to proceed with
this special census, I would suggest budgeting for promotion and educational materials. Using
experience gained from the success of the 1990 census (see report attached), I would
recommend a similar procedure and expanding publicity to include internet and neighborhood
associations as well. Estimates for the'educational process would be $10,000.
Discussion of the special census is scheduled for discussion at your July 11, 1995, work
session. Staff requests Council direction as to whether to proceed.
Attachment
1990 Census Committee Final Report
In order to direct the City's involvement in the Federal Govemmant's 1990 Census campaign and
to assure a thorough and accurate account, a local 1990 Census Committee was formed. City
Clerk Marian Karr was the designated City staff person to take the leadership role in the City's
involvement in the 1990 Census effort. An effort was made to recruit Census Committee
members from a cross-section of the community. Each Committee member assumed the
responsibility of promoting the 1990 Census among specific segments of the community.
Census Committee members were:
Jean Snow Mann - Elderly and ss~vice organizations
Dottie Ray - Community schools.
Jack Newman - Area churches
Pepe Rojas Cardona - University of Iowa
Kevin Taylor - University of Iowa
Mary Mclnroy - Speakers Bureau
Monica Moan - Pre-Census
Jill Smith - Staff support
Eleven monthly meetings were held from April 1989 through March 1990 to research and review
promotional materials and for committee report updates. At an early meeting, Henry Childs,
Kansas' City Regional Census Center, and David Farlow, District Office Manager, presented an
informational audio-visual program to the Committee. A course of action for the publicity and
outreach activities was established to include a school age program, University of Iowa, service
groups, area churches, elderly, and other publicity (water billings notices, bank statements,
employee newsletters, posters) as well as a timetable, task assignments and other recommended
Committee activities.
SCHOOLS:
Census brochures and stickers were distributed to children in 16 area Iowa City public schools,
Regina, 35 preschools, and 8§ home child daycare providers. Information was distributed
through local PTOs, central administration and school principals. Approximately 8,000 were
reached with this campaign.
SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS:
An Initial letter offering speakers, Census posters and handouts, with Marian Karr listed as a local
contact person, was sent to 500 Iowa City service organizations. In response, 16 groups
requested a speaker to present information apd Mary Mclnroy, 1990 Census Committee, spoke
to 341 people at the Masonic Service Club, Iowa City Noon Optimists, local cable 'TV, Baptist
Women's Group, West Uberty Optimists, Iowa City Federated Women's Club, the ABWA Golden
Hawks Chapter, University of Iowa Sertoma Club, Breath of Fresh Air/Mercy Hospital, Mark Twain
sixth grade social studies, Mercy Hospital Thinking Thank-you, WSUI radio interview, Naim Club,
Stroke Club/Mercy Hospital, Arthritis Support Group, and Golden Age Club, Karr received
numerous requests for census materials.
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CHURCHES:
The 1990 Census Committee contacted area churches and synagogues asking them to place
Census flyers/bulletin inserts in their February and March church b.ulletine. Over 1,600 inserts
were distributed by 38 churches, In addition, the Ecumenical Consultation Group promoted the
Census through their organization,
[JNIVERSr['Y OF IOWA:
The 1990 Census Committee University of Iowa liaisons organized distribution of Census
information to University of Iowa faculty, students and staff. Assistance was received from
University of Iowa President Hunter Rawlings and Vice President of Finance and University
Services Mary Jo Small. Census Committee activities included:
1~,000 faculty and staff mailings
Census information inserts in the Viilacler, International Education, ~__1, Pacemaker, Noon
NEWS, Student Senate Newsletter and Calendar of Events
University payroll inserts
WSUI and KSU[ radio spots
Women's and Men's basketball scoreboard announcements
6,000 Census brochures distributed at Student Senate Referendum
Census information inserts in December and January University student bills
10,000 Census fliers distributed at Tom Petty concert
Census information sent to 22 foreign student organizations
4,000 Census brochures and st~ckers distr~buted at International Games Festival
28,000 Census filers and stickers mailed with Student Senate election packet
Contacts to Panhellenic Association
Campus.wide Census posters distribution at 347 sites on four occasions, totaling 1,388
posters, and
Journalism and broadcasting class projects,
BUSINESSES:
Eleven area businesses agreed to act as a distribu~ion center, providing Census posters, stickers
and brochures to other businesses who in turn distributed them to shoppers and patrons.
Distribution centers included Sycamore Mall, Jack's Discount Store, Econofoods, Iowa State
Bank, University of Iowa Hospitals, Gilpin Paint and Glass, First National Bank at Towncrest,
Greater Iowa City Chamber of Commerce, and three Hy-Vee grocery stores.
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In addition, 13 Iowa City grocery stores: Econofoods, Seaton's, Aldl's, Watt's, Chong's
Supermarket, John's Grocery, New Pioneer Food Co-Op, Randall'a, 2 Eagles grocery stores, and
3 Hy-Vee grocery stores, distributed 75,000 bag stuffers to shoppers.
Also, posters were provided for display throughout the city Including City of Iowa City buildings,
Sycamore Mall, Old Capitol Mall, downtown businesses, mini-malls (Towncrest, First Avenue,
Wardway/Jack's, Pepperwood, Kirkwood/Gilbert), gas stations and restaurants.
The 1990 Census Committee provided press releases and news spots to KCJJ, KKRQ, KRNA,
KSUI, KXIC, WSUI, iowa City Press-Citizen, Cedar Rapids ~ Daily lowan, and cable
government information channel 29. Cans~s information was provided for ten newsletters: Iowa
City Public Library Window, Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce Reflections, Senior Center
POST, Iowa City Community Schools, Hancher Guild Spotllqht, Mercy Hospital Ud~ First
National Bank, Iowa State Bank & Trust Company, Hills Bank & Trust, Hawkeye State Bank,
Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County, and Iowa City AFSCME Emolovee Newsletter.
Also, Dottie Ray interviewed community spokespersons regarding the 1990 Census. The
following people were interviewed on the Dottie Ray Show on KXIC radio: March 7 - City
staffmembers Monica Mcen and Marian Kerr - Importance of Pre-Census Mapping and general
Census overview; March 13 - Representative Mary Neuhauser - City Funding & Redistricting;
March"23 - Vice President of Marketing for Mercy Hospital Linda Muston and Transit Manager
John Lundell - Medical & Transit Money at Stake; April 12 - City Manager Steve Atklns and
University President Hunter Rawlings - Impact on City and University.
OTHER
Other 1990 Census outreach activities included an Iowa City Public Libran/display, Welcome
Wagon distribution, Census poster placement on Iowa City buses, notices on C!ty of Iowa City
water bills, and contacts to ESIJEngllsh as a Second Language Kirkwood Community College
classes.
Iowa City cooperated with the City of Coralville on the ordering and distribution of Census
posters in the Coralville area.
A total o.f 2,300 posters, 100,000 stickers and 4,000 brochures were distributed.
Thank-you's and Certificates of Appreciation, signed by the Mayor, were mailed to those persons,
businesses, and organizations that assisted in the local 1990 Census efforts.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: July 6, 1 995
To: Mayor and City Council
From: City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, June 26, 1995 - 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers
Mayor Susan Horowitz presiding. Council present: Horowitz, Baker, Kubby, Novick, Pigott,
Throgmorton. Absent: Lehman. Staff present: Atkins, Helling, Burnside, Kerr, Franklin,
Miklo, Schoon, Davidson, Fosse, Schmadeke, Logsden, Moreno.
95-77, All; 95-78, All; 95-79, Side 1.
REVII~W ZONING MATTERS:
Senior
Tapes: 95-74, Side 2;
Reel 95-74, Side 2
Planner Miklo presented the following Planning and Zoning items for discussion:
Settinq a public hearinn for July 18, 1995 on a resolution to annex approximately 115
acres, which includes the Hi.qhwav 218/Hi(~hwav 1 interchange and property located
in the southwest ouadrant of the interchanqe. (WinebrennedANN95-0001)
Settin(~ a public hearinq for July 18, 1995 on an ordinance amending the use
regulations of an approximate 115 acres, which includes the Hiqhwav 218/Hi(~hway
1 interchanoe and property located in the southwest Guadrant of the interchanqe from
County RS, Suburban Residential, to CI- 1, Intensive Commercial. (Winebrenner/REZ95-
0011)
Setting a public hearinq for Julv 18, 1995 on an ordinance amendinq the use
regulations of an approximate 35,000 s(~uare foot west portion of Lot 4, Hi(~hlander
First Addition, which is located on Northgate Drive from RDP, Research Development
Park, to CO-1, Commercial Office. (REZ95-0008)
Settin~ a public hearinq for July 18, 1995 on an ordinance amendine the conditional
zonin¢l a~reement for Lots 4-17, Hi(~hlander First Addition, revising the development
standard psrtainin~l to rooflines and parapet walls. (REZ95-0008)
Setting a public hearin(I for July 18, 1995 on an ordinance vacating a 20-foot wide
alley located east of Gilbert Court and immediately north of Lot 4 of B{ock 3, Lyon's
Addition. (MilderIVAC95-0002)
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Setfinn a public hearin(~ for July 18, 1995 on an ordinance vacating Fox Hollow
Subdivision, a 31 -lot, 52.21 acre subdivision located north of Herbert Hoover Highway
and west of Taft Avenue. (VAC95-0003)
Miklo noted a correction to the agenda, stating the item should read consider a
resolution rather than an ordinance.
Setting a [~ublic hearin(~ for JuN 18, 1 995 on an ordinance amendinn City Code Title
14, Chapter 6, entitled "Zonin(~," Article S, entitled "Performance Standards," Sections
lOB and 10C~ concerninn the location of underaround storage tanks.
Miklo noted that Council will receive additional information prior to the hearing.
Public hearinq on a resolution vacatin(~ Oakes Fourth Addition, a 5.21 acre, 11-lot
residential subdivision located at the end of Quincent Street, north of Dubuoue Road.
(VAC95-0001)
Kubby requested information regarding the meaning of "too great of impact on the
slopes" noted in the staff report.
Resolution to adol~t "IOWA CITY: BEYOND 2000 -- Iowa Citv's Vision for the Future"
as an amendment to the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan.
PCD Director Franklin presented information. Council decided to read the June 26,
1995, Johnson County Coalition for Persons with Disabilities letter and make decisions
regarding language changes at Council's formal meeting.
Ordinance amendin(I City Code Title 1 4, Chapter 5, entitled "Buildin(3 and Housinq,"
Article H, entitled "Site Plan Review," by adoptinq design standards for exterior
stairwells and exterior corridors on multi-familY/residential buildinos. (Pass and Adopt)
Resolution ado~3tin~ (luidelines for exterior stairwells and exterior corridors on multi-
family residential buildin(~s,
Ordinance conditionalIv amendin(3 the use reoulations of an approximate 1.63 acre lot
located on the west side of Waterfront Drive, ap13roximatelv 140 feet north of Stevens
Drive from CC-2. Community Commercial, to C1-1, Intensive Commercial. (Bovd &
Rummelhart/REZ95-0004) (Pass and adopt)
Resolution approving the preliminary and final plat of Rober Subdivision, a 1.1 9 acre,
two-lot residential subdivision located on Seventh Avenue, north of Rochester Avenue.
(SUB95-0011)
Planning and Zoning Commission member George
questions, See item n,
Starr responded to Council
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Resolution approving the preliminary [~lat of Walden Wood, Part 8, a 12 lot, 4.3 acre
residential subdivision located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of Walden Court.
(SUB95-0014)
Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants, presented information about the Walden Wood,
Part 8, storm sewer and drainage system design and the Rober Subdivision driveway
grade. Council requested the Traffic Engr, look at traffic in the general vicinity for
possible traffic light installation,
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Resolution aoprovincl the final plat of Pelsanq Place, a 1,02 acre, three-lot residential
subdivision located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Washineton Street
and First Avenue, (SUB95-0015)
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Resolution approvinq the preliminary and final plat of Hiqhland Heiqhts, Part Two, a
three-lot, 22.33 acre residential subdivision located south of Dinqleberry Road, east of
Hiqhway 1. (SUB95-0016)
Miklo noted an error in the resolution will be corrected to read Johnson County
subdivision instead of Iowa City subdivision.
Resolution aoorovin~ the final olat of Galway Hills Subdivision, Part Two, a 14.71 acre,
24-1ot residential subdivision located in the southeast (~uadrant of the intersection of
Highway 218 and Melrose Avenue, at the end of Galway Drive. (SUB95-0017)
Miklo stated the applicant and the City Attorney's office have requested that this item
be deferred to July 18, 1995. Kubby requested a copy of the tree preservation plan
be included in the next packet.
Resolution approvin(~ the preliminary plat of Walden Wood, Part Nine, a six lot, 3.01
acre residential subdivision located on Walden Road west of Mormon Trek Boulevard.
(SUB95-0018)
Letter to the Johnson Countv Board of Supervisors recommendinc denial of the
reauested rezonina of approximately 8,55 acres from RS, Suburban Residential, to
CP2, Planned Commercial, for property located within Frin(~e Area 1 od the south side
of Hiehway 1 at its intersection with Landon Road, {CZ-9506)
Letter to the Johnson Countv Board of Supervisors recommendino denial of the
requested rezoninq of approximately 126.6 acres from A1, Rural, to RMH, Manufac-
tured Housinq Residential, for oropert¥ located south of the Iowa City Airport in Frinqe
Area 7. (CZ-9514)
In response to Council, Horowitz stated she will attend the Board of Supervisors
meeting to state Counci['s.reco.mmendation for denial of the requested rezoning.
NEAR SOUTHSIDE DESIGN PLANS:
Reel 95-74, Side 2
Gould Evans Associates consultants Glen LeRoy and Dave Knopick presented a status report
on the Near Southside design plans.
Staff Action: Staff will continue to keep Council apprised of the Design Plan Advisory
Committee's activities. (Schoon)
RNC-1 2 ZONE DISCUSSION: Reel 95-77, Side 1
PCD Director Franklin and Senior Planner Miklo presented information and responded to
Council questions about the RNC-12 zone.
Council directed staff to look at the site plan review process for conservation districts.
Franklin stated staff will bring back the PCD work plan to Council after November.
Kubby requested information from HIS and the City Attorney Departments about the definition
of a duplex in terms of a shared wall versus a four-inch board connecting buildings that are
on the same lot.
Staff Action: The PCD staff will include as an item on the Urban Planning program pending
list inclusion of neighborhood compatibility language in the site plan review
ordinance.
MELROSE AVENUE - 218 TO WEST HIGH UPDATE: Reel 95-77, Side 2
City Engineer Fosse presented a tree updste regarding Melrose Avenue - 218 to West High.
Based on cost, remaining life of trees and secondary acces§ issues for Glaway Hills
subdivision, Council recommended that the existing trees be removed and a similar grove be
planted as par~ of the project.
Staff Action: Design will proceed based on this direction. (Fosse)
CARNEGIE PLAZA DESIGN {Aqenda Item #15): Reel 95-77, Side 2
PCD Director Franklin, Project Engineer Dick Pattschull, New Pioneer Co-op Business Director
Rochelle Prunty, and property developer Jim Glasgow presented information.
Council deferred approval of the revised plan of Carnegie Plaza for two weeks.
Staff Action: Reschedule for July 18 Council meeting.
SILURIAN AQUIFER STUDY: Reel 95-78, Side 1
JCCOG Director Davidson, Water Superintendent Moreno, and U.S. Geological Survey
representative Bob Buchmiller presented information. Council requested that Moreno's
alternative financing recommendation be sent to JCCOG governmental.entities.
Council indicated support for the study. The decision on whether or not to proceed will be
made at the August JCCOG meeting.
Staff Action: Davidson will send ~oreno'e alternative financing plan to the other JCCOG
agencies before the August 9 meeting. {Davidson)
EAST SIDE BUS ROUTE EVALUATION:
Reel 95-78, Side 2
City Manager Atkins and Transit Director Logsden presented the east side bus route
evaluation, Council directed staff to continue the east side bus route during the school year
and at peak times as proposed,
'Staff Action: The route was discontinued for the summer effective Friday, June 30, 1995,
and will resume when Iowa City Community School starts in the fall. A new
shortened schedule will be in place that will run during the peak times for
before and after school trips. The route schedules will be printed and
distributed to the schools and neighborhood association will in advance of the
start of the school year. (Logsden)
SUMMER SCHEDULE:
Reel 95-78, Side 2
Council reviewed the following summer meeting schedule:
July 6 - Cancel Work Session
July 11 - Special Formal meeting 6:30
Special Work Session to follow
July 17 - Work Session
July 18 - Special Work Session 6:30 p.m.
Formal 7:30
July 31 - Work Session
August 1 - Formal
August 9 - JCCOG meeting
August 14 - Work Session
August 15 - Formal
August 28 - Work Session
August 29 - Formal
September 11 - Work Session
September 12 - Formal
September 25 - Work Session
September 26 - Formal
COUNCIL AGENDA/TIME:
Reel 95-78, Side 2
1. Novick requested information on money received for the City's recycled items,
Novick noted Council received a letter from Mike Hoenig regarding sidewalk cafes and
· requested the letter be forwarded to the Council on disabled persons for their
comments, Asst, City Mgr, to follow-up,
3. In response to Novick, Helling stated Cour~cil will be provided with a cable franchise
update.
Novick asked Coun.cil to consider handling grass clippings on the street like the City's
. snow removal program.
Throgmorton noted that he has written and sent a water and sewer editorial to the
Press-Citizen.
(Agenda Item #3(11 )g.(3) - Letter from Robert Dostal regarding refuse collection fees.)
Kubby noted that Dostal requested a written response.
In response to Kubby, Horowitz stated she will contact Linda Eaton regarding'her
request to have MIA flag flown on the 4th of July and continuously thereafter at City
Park.
Kubby stated the four unresolved issues regarding SEATS: 1) overpayment, 2)
dispatching, 3) information monitoring, and 4) who pays for service to Chatham Oaks.
The City Mgr. said the item would be scheduled for July 11.
10.
Kubby stated restrooms for bus drivers should be considered when the bus central hub
is renovated.
In response to Kubby, City Manager Atkins stated he will provide Council with a report
on advertising on parking tickets.
11.
In response to Kubby, the City Mgr, said the Science Center would be scheduled for
July 11.
12.
In response to Horowitz, the City Mgr. stated the special census would be scheduled
for July 11.
APPOINTMENTS:
Reel 95-79, Side 1
Board of Adjustment - no applications, re-advertise
Human Rights Commission - Diane Martin
Meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: July 6, 1995
To: The Honorable Mayor Susan M. Horowitz and Members of the City Council
From: Linda Newman Woito, City Attorney ~
Re: Partial Litigation Update
William Tod Fry v. Iowa City & James Pumfrev; Appeal No. 5-210-94-552, in the Court of
Appeals of Iowa
Congratulations to David Brown, Sylvia Mejia, Jim Pumfmy and Anne Burnside for a job well
done in the above case. As you can see from the attached letter and ruling, the Iowa Court
of Appeals ruled in Iowa City's favor on a!l of Fry's claims that he was "wrongfully
discharged."
It is our belief that further review by the Iowa Supreme Court will not be requested from F~y
and his attorney, although further review by the higher court is possible. Again, congratula-
tions to all City staff and outside counsel for a job well done!
Glasaow v. City of Iowa City, Johnson County Docket No. 56205; Appeal to the Iowa
Supreme Court (Glasgow III)
As you recall, Glasgow Ill is Jim Glasgow's claim that the City Council illegally went into
closed session to discuss pending litigation and/or property acquisition. This favorable ruling
was provided to you earlier by First Assistant City Attorney Anne Burnside at your June 6,
1995, meeting.
As you can see from the letter from John Hayek and attached Notice of Appeal, Jim Glasgow
has appealed the judge's ruling in the City's favor, thereby attempting to get the Iowa
Supreme Court to overturn the judge's well-written ruling. John and David will continue to
defend the City in this appeal, and we feel confident that the City will eventually prevail.
cc: City Clerk
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
David Brown, Outside Counsel
Jim Pumfrey
Sylvia Mejia
Anna Burnside
Attachments
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
June 30, 1995
J U L 0 3 1995
City Council
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
410 East Washington
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Re: Glasgow rs. City of Iowa City
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
Attached is a notice of appeal and combined
certificate filed by James Glasgow in connection wi~h
the above case. Mr. Glasgow is appealing the ruling by
the Johnson County District Court which had up held the
City's position with respect fo disclosure of closed
session records. David Brown and I will represent the
City's interest in connection with this appeal by Mr.
Glasgow but we did want you to be aware of it.
Very truly yours,
JWH:mls
Linda Newman Woito
Marian Karr
Enclosure
Jo~ayek
JAMES P. GLASGOW,
VS ·
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF~ IOWA
NO.
JOHNSON COUNTY NUMBER 56205
PETITIONER-APPELLANT,
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
RESPONDENT-APPELLEE.
*
NOTICE OF APPEAL
TO: John W. Hayek, Attorney for Respondent Appellee
Edward Steinbrsch, Clerk of Johnson County District Court
R.K. Richardson, Clerk of Supreme Court of Iowa
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Plaintiff, James P.
Glasgow, does hereby appeal to the Supreme Court of Iowa from the
ruling entered herein on June 2, 1995 which stated that the Iowa
city City Council did not, on September 13, 1993, illegally h61d
a closed meeting; illegally withhold from disclosure the records
of that meeting; illegally merge the records involving different
portions of ~and discussed in that closed meeting; and further
stated that the records of that September 13, 1993 closed meeting
shall remain closed until pending litigation involving James P.
Glasgow's ownership of a portion of the Butler Farm has con-
cluded, and from all rulings and orders therein.
BY:
-2-
BARKER, CRUISE, KENNEDY
& HOUGHTON
JoSh D. Cruise 000001083
/{2/0 S. Dubuque Street
~P.O. Box 2000
Iowa city, IA 52244
(319) 351-8181
Attorney for Appellant
cc: John W. Hayek
David Brown
Q: \~C\JC2\22b~004.
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF IOWA
NO.
JOHNSON COUNTY NUMBER 56205
JAMES P. GLASGOW,
PETITIONER-APPELLANT,
VS.
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
RESPONDENT-APPELLEE.
1. Notice of Appeal was filed in District Court on June
23, 1995, from a judgment or ruling filed on June 2, 1995.
2. I hereby certify that I have ordered on June 23, 1995,
a transoript, or portions thereof from:
Tammy VanBogart
c/o Johnson County Courthouse
417 South clinton Street
Iowa city, IA 52240
No arrangements have been made or suggested to delay the
preparation thereof. I will pay for the transcript in accordance
with Iowa Rule of Appellate Procedure 10(b). The entire tran-
soript of the proceedings in this case was ordered°
3. I assert in good faith that this appeal meets jurisdic-
tional requirements and is from a final Jud~nent, Order,
or Decree, and a timely Notice of Appeal has been filed°
4. The names of the parties involved in this appeal and
their designations in District Court are shown below under column
A. Their respective attorneys' names, law firms, addresses and
telephonu numbers are shown below under column B:.
-2-
Appellant:
Appellee:
COLUMN A
Parties
James P. Glasgow
City of Iowa City
COLUMN B
Attorneys
John D. Cruise
Barker, cruise, Kennedy &
Houghton
926 S. Dubuqlle Street
P.O. Box 2000
Iowa City, IA 52244
John W. Hayek
Hayek, Hayek & Brown
Bremer Building
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 337-9606
BARKER, CRUISE, KENNEDY
& HOUGHTON
BY:/~ohn D. Cruise'000001083
//920 S. Dubuqlle Street
// p.o. B?x 2000
~ Iowa Clty, IA 52244
(319) 351-8181
Attorney for Appellant
PROOF OF SERVICE AND CERTIFICATE OF FILING
I certify that on the 23rd day of June, 1995, I served this
document by.mailing a'c0py to all other parties in this matter
and to the court reporter from whom the transcript has been or-
dered at their respective addresses as shown below:
Tammy VanBogart
c/o Johnson county Courthouse
417 South clinton Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
John W. Hayek
Hayek, Hayek & Brown
Bremer Building
Iowa City, IA 52240
-3-
I further certify that on the 23rd day of June, 1995, I will
file this document by personally delivering a copy of it to the
Clerk of the District Court for Johnson County.
I further certify that on the 23rd day of June, 1995, I will
file this document my mailing three copies of it to the Clerk of
the Supreme court, State House, Des Moines, Iowa 50319.
Q: \1 ¢\:}c2\22b~.006. lt:g
HAYS:K, HAYEl',, BI~OWN & ENGH, L.L.P.
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
June 29, 1995
Ms. Linda Newman woito
City Attorney
civic Center
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Re: Court of Appeals ruling in Ery case
Dea~ Linda:
Enclosed is a copy of the Court of Appeals ruling, filed
June 27, 1995, in the Fry case. The Court of Appeals has
affirmed Judge Robinson's decision on all counts.
It is my understanding that you will pass on this good news
to the City council. As you can see in my letter to Chief
pum~rey and Sylvia Mejia, I.do not expect Mr. Fry to seek further
review in this case. However, I shall keep you advised.
Sincerely yours,
DEB:mec
Enclosures
IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA
..No. 5-210 94-552
WILLIAM TOD FRY,
4' ' "; '"' ..
Appellant.
IOWA CITY, A Municipal.Corporation of
the State of Iowa; and James E. Pumfrey,
Appellees.
Appeal from the Iowa District Court for Johnson County, L. Vern Robinson,
Judge.
Fry appeals the district court's ruling on his wrongful discharge claims.
AFFIRMED.
John A. Stirely ofWilliam F. Olinger Law Firm, Cedar Rapids, for appellant.
David E. Brown ofHayek, Hayek, & Brown, Iowa City, for app¢!lees.
Heard by Hayden, P.J., and Sackett and Cady, JJ.
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!!AYDE.N, P.,I.
William Tod F~' was hired by the Iowa CiD' Fire Department 9n April 8. 1991,
on .a probationaw basis. Although Fry was given a copy of the union contract when he
first became employed, he was notified in ~iting if he was terminated during his
probationa~' period he would have no recourse through the Civil Service Commission
or the union contract.
In October 1993 Fry had a six-month evaluation which was mostly Favorable,
and he received an advance on the pay scale. The evaluation noted Fry "has an obvious
problem with women." After nine months on the job Fry was again evaluated. On
February. 14, 1992, Fire Chief James E. Pumfrey v(rote to Fry informing him he was
discharged. Pumfrey gave several reasons for the decision, including Fry's lack of
initiative, poor work habits, and unacceptable attitude when he xvas asked to attend a
basic fire fighting academy.
Fry filed a petition against the City of Iowa City and Pumt'rey alleging he was
discharged in retaliation for his inquiry into possible violations of wage and hour
regulations. He claimed his employers violated federal and state law. Fry also alleged
his employers were in breach of contract.
The trial court rejected Fry's claims. The court found Fry had failed to prove his
attempt to investigate overtime pay was a determining factor in his discharge. The
court flirther Ibund Fa. xxas a. probationap.. emplo.~ee and not entitled to benelits and
rights under the union contract; therefore. he could be terminated tbr no cause.
FD' appeals. He raises three issues. First. Fry alleges the true reason For his
discharge was he inquired about overtime pay, and this constitutes a violation of Federal
law. Second. Fo' argues his employers violated Iowa Code section 400.8(3) (1991)
because the reasons given for his discharge were pretextual. Third, Fry contends he
does have a right of action under the union contract because the City's actions gave rise
to his reasonable expectation he would be subject to its terms.
I. Scope of Review.
Because this case was tried in equity, our scope off review is de novo. Iowa R.
App. P. 4. Nevertheless, this court gives weight to the fact findings of the trial court,
particularly when the credibility of witnesses is at issue; we are not, however, bound
by the trial court's Factual findin.~s. Iowa R. App. P. 14(f)(7).
II. Fair Labor Standards Act.
The Federal Labor and Standards Act (FLSA) provides it shall be unlawful for
any person
to discharge or in any other manner disc.iiminate against any employee
because s.uch employee has filed any complaint or instituted or caused to
be instituted any proceeding under or related to this chapter, or has
testified or is about to testify in any such proceeding, or has served or is
about to serve on an industry committee.
29 U.S.C. § 215(a)(3) (1991).
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Although the language of the statute seems clear/~nough. courts have repeatedb
been asked to interpret what conduct is protected under this section. The section has
been liberally construed, consistent with its broad remedial purpose. See, e.g.. Saffels
v. Rice, 40 F.3d 1546, 1549-50 (Sth Cir. 1994) (employees who are'discharged due to
employer's mistaken belief they reported violations of the FLSA to authorities are
protected under section 215(a)(3)); Brockv. Cas~, TrttckSales, Inc., 839 F.2d 872, 879
(2d Cir. 1988) (section 215(a)(3) covers employees who refuse to repudiate, in a.
"loyalty, oath," rights guaranteed to them under the FLSA); Love v. RE/MA,¥ofAm.,
Inc., 738 F.2d 383, 387 (10th Cir. 1984)(section 215(a)(3) covers employees who, in
addition to filing a complaint or instituting a formal proceeding, have been terminated
after sending a memorandum to their employer requesting a raise); Marshall v. Parking
Co. o£America-Denver, Inc., 670 F.2d 141, 143 ( 10th Cir. 1982) (per curism) (section
215(a)(3) protects employees wh..6' refuse to release back pay claims or return back pay
awards to their employers); Daniel v. If/inn.Dixie Atlanta, Inc., 611 F. Supp. 57, 63
(N.D. Ga. 1985) (section 215(a)(3) protects employees who communicate with
investigators ~m the Wage and Hour Division). "Courts have therefore not hesitated
to apply the protection of section 215(a)(3) to activities less directly connected to
formal proceedings where retaliatory conduct has a similar chilling effect on
employees' assertion of rights." Brock, 839 F.2d at 879.
I-rx argues the reasons gl~ ¢n Ibr his dischar_o-.e x~¢re pretextual and the true
reason. inquiring about overtime pay. constitutes a violation of section 215(a)(3).
"When .'the immediate cause or motivating l~,¢tor of a discharge is the employee's
asseaion of statutory rights, the discharge is discriminatory, under § 215(a)(3) whether
or not other grounds for discharge exist." Lore. 738 F.2d at 387 (quoting Brennan r.
.~lc~ey's ?bmaha, Inc., 513 F.2d 179, 181 (Sth Cir. 1975)(further citations omitted)).
If retaliation is not the motivating I~.ctor. then the discharge is not unlawful. Martin v.
Gingerbread House, Inc., 977 F.2d 1405. 1408 (10th Cir. 1992).
We have carelhlly examined the record. We find it is clear retaliation x~ not
the motivating factor tbr Fry's discharge. DetEndants offered ample evidence of Fry's
poor attitude. borderline insubordination in response to his being ordered to attend a
training school. pert~,rrnance weaknesses, and problems with work initiative. These
were the reasons Fry w'as discharged. We affirm the trial court on this issue.
IlL Iowa Code Chapter 400.
F~ thrther asserts his discharge tbr invalid reasons violates the Iowa Civil
Service Law, found in Chapter 400 of the Iowa Code. Iowa Code section 400.8(3)
provides a fire fighte? is on probation tbr twelve months and he may be removed
during the probationary period. Under section 400.8(3), all that is necessary
removal is Fry. "be given a notice in writing stating the reason or reasons for the
dismissal." The trial court found Chief PumtYey compli~l with this requirement and
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the reasons he ga'~e were reasonable and valid. We ag.ree ~ ith the trial court. We also
at't~rm on this issue.
IV. Union Contract.
Lastly, Fry claims he is entitled to benefits and rights under the union contract.
Fv,.' ~as given a copy of the union contract at the time he was hired. He was also given
written notice he had no recourse to termination of his employment through the
contract. Fry testified he knew he was on probation and could be fired for any reason.
In this case, it was the understanding of both the employer and employee the
union contract would not be the basis of an employment contract until the probationary,
period had been completed. Fry cannot now claim in good faith he could c.:~ly be
terminated for cause as provided in the union contract. He was not covered by it.
We affirm the. trial court on all issues presented. Costs on appeal are taxed to
FD'.
AFFII~IED,
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: July 5, 1995
To:
From:
City Council and City Manager
Marianne Milkman, Community Development Coordinator
'. Re:
Community Development Celebration (7/13/95) and Update on Modular Home
Community Development Celebration:
This year we are focusing our celebration on the partnerships and community investment that
are fostered by all our community development activities, including housing. I've attached
some charts and a short summary to show expenditures through CDBG and the PHA ever the
past five years. The figures show the large number of low-income individuals and households
directly affected by the programs, and the ripple effect throughout the community in the
construction trade, property values, salaries, etc. (We did not include HOME or Emergency
St~elter Grant funds in these figures since the dollar amounts to date are relatively small for
these programs.)
As you know, we can expect considerable cuts in our funding for FY97, cuts which will affect
many Iowa City residents. Since Congress will be in session on July 13 - the day of our
celebration - we are expecting representatives from Senators Harkin and GrassIcy and
Congressman Leach's offices. We hope they will take the message back to their respective
employers. We are also expecting Joe O'Hern, Secretary Cisneros' Representative for the
Great Plains Region, to attend. This is the first time he will see Iowa City's community
development and housing programs, He's a native lowan, now based in Kansas City.
Goodwill Industries is the host for our celebration this year and you will h~ve an opportunity
to see their innovative Assistlye Technology program. This technology allows many persons
with disabilities to be more productive members of society.
We hope you will join us on Thursday, July 13 to celebrate Iowa City Community Develop-
ment and recognize some outstanding people and projects. A draft program is attached.
1109 Fifth Avenue:
If you've been by the corner of Fifth Avenue and I Street recently (not exactly on anyone's
direct route to anywhere), you will have seen a hole filled with three feet of water at one
point, and now a foundation in place. We expect the modular home to be delivered sometime
during the week of July 10, and hope to have a family in there by the end of August.
We estimate the total cost of this 1,000 square foot, 3-bedroom home to be about $78,000.
The appraised value is $85,000. A breakout of the costs is attached for your information, and
it's interesting to see how quickly it all adds up. The home has no garage, but does have a
full, unfinished basement.
This is the last of a variety of efforts to promote affordable single-family housing in Iowa City.
As soon as we have all the numbers together, we will provide you with a summary of what
we have learned.
If you have any questions 31ease call me at 356-5244.
Attachments
Partners
At Work
Citizens of Iowa City
Private Sector Businesses
[]~ Construction Trades
Non-Profits & Human Service Agencies
Local Financial Community
Private Foundations
Government - Federal, State & Local
For more information about Iowa City Community Development, call 356-5230.
Iowa City
Community Development:
PARTNERS AT WORK
July 13, 1995
3:30-6:00 p.m.
at
Goodwill Industries of S.E. Iowa
1410 First Avenue
Iowa City, IA
The City of Iowa City and the Committee on Community
Needs thank you for joining us in honoring some out-
standing community development partners and projects
during 1994. We also hope this occasion will provide the
opportunity to learn more about community development
and how it has benefitted Iowa City in so many ways.
Daring the past 21 years, millions of federal tax dollars
have come back into the community. These monies have
leveraged million~ of additional private and public funds.
SPECIAL THANKS to GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF
S.E. IOWA for the use of their facility and for providing
the refreshments.
IOWA CITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
PARTNERS AT WORK
July 13, 1995
3:30 - 4:30 PM OPEN HOUSE
Visit the New Assistive Technology Center
PROGRAM
4:30 ~ 5:15 PM
Welcome
Linda Murray, Chair
Committee on Community Needs
Goodwill Industries and Partnerships
John Watson, President
Goodwill Industries of SE Iowa
Community Development - Investing in the Community
Harry Wolf. President
Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce
Comments from Legislative Represenlatives
Awards Ceremony
Susan M. Horowitz, Mayor of Iowa City
· ,, Goodwill Industries of SE Iowa and Aanesmd Construction
· LIFE Skills, Inc.
· Tom BrigIls, Contractor for Mobile Home Repairs
o Iowa City Fire Department, Fire Safety Program
· Marls Snider, Citizen Volunteer
Commen~z from Great Plains Regional HUD Representative
Joseph O'Hern, Seeretary Cisnero's Representative for the
Great Plains Region, Department of Housing and Urban Devel-
opment
Closing
Linda Murray
5:15'- 6:00 PM OPEN HOUSE
CELEBRATING IOWA CITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
PARTNERS AT WORK
In Iowa City, Community Development activities benefitting low-income residents take many
forms, from new housing construction to job training to providing fire extinguishere and smoke
alarms to mobile home owners who are at highest risk for fire fatalities. Other assistance
comes in the form of help in finding housing, paying the rent, rehabbing homeless shelters,
making a house or business accessible to persons with disabilities, or getting a neighborhood
center started. The overall goal is to help families and individuals become self-sufficient,
productive members of our community.
While Federal funding is often the cornerstone for all these activities, many other resources,
private and public, make the projects happen, and the City and the federal funds it receives are
only one player in these activities. Who are the other partners that work together?. There's the
plumbing contractor who goes the extra mile to make sure the grab bars in the bathroom are
exactly the right height for its handicapped occupant; a consortium of lenders that make loans
so a nonprofit housing agency can provide affordable rental housing; the emergency shelter
providers that house and help the homeless; the private rental housing owner who rents land
for $1 to a nonprofit neighborhood organization for construction of a neighborhood center; the
church that houses a free medical clinic; the developer who wades through piles of paperwork
and regulations to acquire funds to build affordable rental housing; the service provider who
makes sure a tenant has clean clothes and knows what questions to ask a pr.ospective landlord
- the list goes on and on. Other important partners are the volunteers who spend countless
hours on boards and commissions, fundraising, helping out in emergency situations, reviewing
budgets and giving support to everyone working to help provide a decent living environment
and job opportunities for Iowa City's low-income residents.
For every Community Development Block Grant dollar that the City receives, approximately
three dollars in additional funds are leveraged. What actually happens to this money that funds
numerous community development and housing projects in the community? While many
people know that the City receives annual allocations of federal funds for Housing and
Community Development or they hear about various grant awards, what these funds do for the
whole community is not so obvious. For example, when the Public Housing Authority receives
$3 million annually to help low-income tenants with rent payments so that they have to pay no
more than 30 percent of their gross income in rent, this federal rent assistance goes directly
to landlords, most of whom live in the community. The landlords in turn use some of these
funds to pay taxes and to pay local contractore and service personnel to improve, ~nair~tain, and
operate the properties, In other words, the funds circulate in the community.
Similarly, operational funds provided to human service agencies, such as United Action for
Youth or the Elderly Services Agency, are used to pay salades and utilities - again, monies
that will indirectly recycle in the community while the persons earning these salaries help
numerous eldedy persons stay in their homes, or help troubled youths get on the right track.
Dollars invested in rahabbing homes owned by lower-income residents unable to afford major
rapairs are mostly in the form of loans which are repaid to the program when the house is sold.
In addition, these monies help to maintain the City's housing stock, increase the property
values, resulting i~ an expanded tax base, and also help to maintain and improve
neighborhoods. There's nothing like seeing your neighbor's house fixed up to encourage you
to fix up your own.
While all these activities go on year round, once a year the Committee on Community Needs.
and the Community Development Division tries to tell the community about them in more detail
and to recognize some of the outstanding partners in these efforts. This year, Thursday, July
13, 1995, is the day. We hope you will join us at Goodwill Industries, 1410 S. First Avenue,
between 3:30 and 6 pm (program starts at 4:30 pro). Come and See community development
and its partners at work.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Community Development Block Grant Expenditures 1990-1994
Housing Acquisition
11.1%
Other Activities
3.4%
Housing Rehab.
32.8%
Admin· & Planning
16.3%
New Construction ~ -' / '
8.6%
Economic Dev.
0.4%
Public Facility Rehab.
10.2%
~___Public Facilities & Improvements
3.6%
· - Public Services
13.6%
Total CDBG Expenditures = $4,144,965
· .CITY. OF IOWA CIT? /
_ Iowa City Pubhc Housing Authority Expenditures 1990-1994 I
Sec. 8 CerlJficates & Vouchera (Rental Assistance)
68.8%
New Construction
17.1%
Housing Acq. (of exisling housing)
14.1%
Total Public Housing Authority Expenditures = $18,918,723
Development Block
and l~ublic Housing
Funds Expended
994)
· :. $13,009,179 Rent to Landlords
· Section 8 Certificates and Vouchers
· :- $ 5,526,115 Construction Trades
· Rehabilitation, accessibility improvements and
new construction projects
· :. $ 3,130,613 Housing Acquisition
· · Single family housing, developable land for
affordable housing, emergency shelter facilities,
etc.
· :. $156,804 Other Activities
· Economic Development and relocatlon
.:. $ 563,901 Aid to Agencies
Salaries, office supplies, utilities, etc. for Human
Service Agencies
TOTAL EXPENDITURES BENEFITING LOW
AND MODERATE INCOME PERSONS
$22.,386,612
OF L 0 W INCOME
SERVED(1990-1994)*
Households Served by the Iowa City
Housing Authority
· :. _45,7.92 Person.s Served_by activities
receiving Community Development
Block Grants funds (Mainly through Human
Service Agencies)
· :. _2,329 Families Served by activities
receiving Community Development
Block Grants funds (Mainly Housing
Rehabilitation, Housing Support Services,
Transitional and Permanent Rental Housing)
· :. AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
SERVED ANNUALLY = 1,473
· :. AVERAGE NUMBER OF PERSONS SERVED
ANNUALLY = 9,158
* Duplicated count:. some households or persons were
served in more than one year.
'1109 5th Avenue Modular Home
:'Total Estimated Costs..
Lot (8010 sq.f.)
Modular Home (All-American Homes, Dyersville)
Foundation (full basement)
Excavation
Sewer/Water Hookup
Plumbing Rough-in
Electrical
Heating (ducts/furnace)
Concrete Work (drive/basement floor/sidewalk)
General Carpentry
Appliances (refrigerator/stove)
Appraisal
Energy Audit
Site Plan Drawings
Recording Fees
16,500
36,798
6,300
1,372
778
3,323
1,565
2,257
3,960
3,965
1,002
275
50
45
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[~0TAL _
$78,201
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 15, 1995
To:
Chuck Schmadeke, Director.
Public Works
From:
Douglas Russell, Chair
Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission
Re:
Butler Residence: Historic Structure Located on the Future Water
Plant Site.
As you had previously requested, the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission has
discussed the historic significance of the mid-nineteenth century structure located on the
site of the City's future water plant, which is known as the Butler Residence. In
attendance at the Commission's May 9, 1995, meeting was Marlin Ingalls, Architectural
Historian. Mr. Ingalls provided the Commission with information that suggested that the
structure in question is very significant historically due to its age, architecturel integrity,
association with people important to Iowa City's past, and its association with an
important early river crossing. Early residents of this home were the owners End operators
of a ferry operation at or near the site of the Butler Bridge on Dubuque Street. The name
of the bridge is derived from the original property owner, Walter Butler, whose widow,
Elizabeth, was remarried and was the first resident of the building under discussion,
possibly as early as 1853. Additional information provided by Coilotto Pogue, who has
done extensive research on the history of this structure, reinforced the comments made by
Mr. Ingalls. The Commission was unanimous in finding that the structure and its current
location on the site is historically significant and warrants further investigation and
preservation.
The Commission further suggests that measures be taken immediately to protect the
structural integrity and components of the building. The building has been altered very
little since its original construction, which is quite rare for buildings of this age, and
measures should be taken to protect the building from further deterioration until such.time
that an appropriate rehabilitation plan la formulated. Based on a recent Inapectlc~, there
apparently are a number of pieces of o~glna] trim that have been removed from the walls
and are stacked in such a manner that they could be easily and quickly removed from the
site. $o that this original material does not disappear, the Commission strongly suggests
that the City remove these loose materials from the site for safe keeping, and take
mesaurea to ensure that the building ia secured in scme way to avoid future scavenging or
theft problems.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 3§1-$$10, or the Commiasion'e
staff person, Scott Kugler, at 356-§243. The Commission looks fonvard to working with
the Department of I=ubllc Works In the future regarding this historically Important
structure.
co: Stave Atkir~
City Council
Karln Frankltn
Scott Kugler
Council on Disability Rights and Education
MEETING AGENDA
JULY 11, 1995 - 10:00 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CIVIC CENTER - 410 E. WASHINGTON ST.
IOWA CITY, IA 52240
4.
5.
6.
7.
Introductions
Subcommittees/Reports
a. Housing
b. Transportation
c. Public Accommodations
d. Public Relations
Bylaws - Review CDRE Organizations and Structure
Other Reports
Other Business
Next Moating Agenda - August 1, 1995.
Adjourn
CC:
Iowa City City Council
Johnson County Board of Supervisors
mgf~as~t~cdre6-6.agd
CDRE MISSION STATEMENT
The Council on Disability Rights and Educatior~ (CDRE) is a non-profit educational
organization dedicated to accessibility, full participation and inclusion of persons with
disabilities.
Our mission is to act as a comprehensive, community-wide educational resource for
promoting disability awareness, to provide technical assistance and to encourage
compliance with disability civil rights legislation.
Our goal is the attainment of community-wide accessibility and the full participation of
persons with disabilities to all facilities and services within our community.
Council
on Disability Rights and Education
MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 6, 1995
Members Present: Mace Braverman, John Harshfield, Dave Leshtz, Keith Ruff, Linda
Carter, Kevin Burt, Rita Sandhagen, John McKinstry, Heather Shank
Guests:
Terry Johnson, Renee Paine & Colin Ives
The meeting was called to order and all those present introduced themselves.
Subcommittee Reoorts
Housing Subcommittee - Kevin Burr reported that the housing survey is complete. The
Evert Connor Rights and Resource Center for Independent Living has hired a full-time
staff person, Rite Sandhagen, to' coordinate the housing survey, The housing
subcommittee will act as a steering committee and introduce Sandhagen to the
individual landlords and tenants they have already spoken with regarding'the purpose
of the survey and the goals to be achieved. The subcommittee will see to it that the
format used for the survey and subsequent publication is beneficial and not too
complex.
Doris Jean Sheriff reported the occurrence of the 'Annual Parade of Homes. She
inquired as to whether there was an effort to have any of these homes made
accessible. Braverman reported that the homes were either pre-sold or for sale. He
was unaware of a builder in the area that built homes for the physically challenged
unless the homes were specifically ordered to be designed to accommodate a unique
need. Braverman said there was not a big demand for accessible homes.
Sheriff reported that a certain percentage of condos and townhouses had to be
accessible under the Fair Housing Act, She asked if there was somewl~ere where the
group could go to "break the log jam, "because there was a demand for housing that
was accessible. Dave Leshtz suggested people need to be educated on the Universal
Design.
Braverman reported that the Home Builder Association meets once a month. Anyone
interested can call and ask if he or she can address the members during one of their
meetings,
Transportation Subcommittee Linda Carter reported that the Transportation
Committee meets the second Tuesday of the month between 5:00 and 6:30 p.m. at
the Evert Connor Rights and Resources Center for Independent Living. During the last
meeting Joe Fowler talked about transportation for persons with disabilities in the
coming year. There are several available contracts. The contracts include day time
service, night time service, lift equipped and non lift equipped which would run day
and night.
Councilon Disability Rights & Education
June 6,1995
Page 2
The city says it will provide the same level of service as SEATS did in the past. The
quality of service will not be affected. The bidders for the contracts are Johnson
County SEATS and Great Bend.
Public Accommodations - Kevin Burr indicated that the general format for the
information booklet on the accessibility of city businesses has been established. The
subcommittee's next meeting will be on the 1 3th of June. The public accommodation
committee has divided into two groups and they have covered sixteen businesses.
Burr discussed Ji~rry Ambrose's desire to have the sidewalks raised outside of the
Metro. Burt sugge.sted that raising the sidewalk as much as would be required to get
into the business would be dangerous. An alternative, according to Burt, would be to
put in a ramp that would run all the way down the street in front of the businesses.
In order to get onto the ramp, the person in the wheelchair would have to enter at the
end of the street.
Sidewalk Cafes - Dave Leshtz reported that a blind person spoke with him regarding
the hazard of the outdoor cafes, The person was apparently unaware that the
restaurant had placed tables and chairs outside the restaurant. Ruff reported that a
woman at Bo James said they have to keep the tables at least 8 feet from the door.
Ruff indicated that {letting a wheelchair to a table in the outdoor cafes is often tricky.
The tables are close together so more people can be seated.
Braverman stated that some of the restaurants might believe their outside cafes are
the answer to their regular restaurant not being accessible. He suggested the
committee write a letter to the restaurant owners and offer suggestions on how to
make their outside cafes accessible. The final draft should be sent to the group
meeting for approval.
Public Relations - Brochures done and handed out. The brochures will be included in
the mailings of the subcommittees.
Public Access Television Presentation - Director of Public Television, Renee Paine and
Workshop Instructor, Colin Ives discussed the availability of public access television.
The channel is offered through cable television. Persons without cable are unable to
have access to the channel.
Right now Public Access Television is seeking grant money that will enable Ives to buy
equipment, (1) that persons with disabilities can attach to their wheelchairs or that (2)
adapts to the unique needs of the operator. Ives is looking for suggestions on who to
contact regarding funding ideas. Braverman suggested Ives contact and visit the local
clubs, i.e. Rotary, etc. It was also suggested that he contact some of the local grant
writers from the University.
Public Access Television is a nonprofit organization located in the Iowa City Public
Library. Renee Paine is the organization's only full-time employee. There are six part-
time people. Mr. Ives teaches individuals or groups about video making and the
organization gives. people a channel on which to discuss current issues. Mr. Ives will
Council on Disability Rights & Education
June 6, 1995
Page 3
put together a workshop for persons with special needs if five or six people would like
to get together. Larry Quigley, Tim Clancy and Marjorie Hayden Strait have already
acquainted themselves with the organization and Quigiey is on the Board of Directors.
Bylaws - Mace Braverman suggested that we spend the entire meeting in July going
over the bylaws, word or word. He thought the group could discuss the terminology
of the bylaws and then vote on it at the end of the meeting.
5. Other Reports - none.
6. Other Business- nons
Minutes were approved unanimously. Harshfield informed the group that names should be
added to or deleted from a list of subcommittee members that were attached to the Minutes
from the last meeting. It was explained that Helling put the list of members together based
on the information he currently has available. Helling would like the group to correct the list
so that he has updated information.
The next CDRE Meeting will be hold on July 11, 1995 at 10:00 a.m, in the Council
Chambers.
8. Adjourned
mg~sst[cdm6-6,rnin
The Council on Disability Rights and Education
Transportation Sub-Committee
Report For Meeting Held: June 13, 1995
Present: Doris Jean Sheriff, Timothy Clancy, Linda Carter, Larry Olson, Tony Brighton
Clancy called the meeting to order. Carter gave a specific break down of the fare schedule
for the fixed route buses and how they relate to persons with disabilities.
All riders of public transit are required to pay the fair of fifty cents (.50) during the peak hours.
Peak hours are from 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. and from 3:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. If a person
~vith a disabiliW wishes to take a fixed route bus during non-peak hours or on Saturday, they
~nay ride at no cost. The perspective rider is required to have either their Medicaid card or a
pass which is available from the Cashiers Office at the Civic Center. A doctor must sign a
form stating that the person has a disability.
The focus of the committee then turned to the justification of $1.00 fare for para-transit when
transportation opportunities for persons with disabilities in Iowa City and Coralville are actually
the exact opposite of the desired realiW projected in the ADA guidelines. Within the vision
of the ADA fixed route buses are considered to be the primary mode of transportation for
p. ersons with disabilities with the pare-transit providing service which is considered to
complement that of the fixed route. While iowa City has a waiver to, accommodate residents
within the city, any ride originating from Coralville has a mandatory fare of t~ 1.00.
Coralville, at present has two lift equipped fixed route buses. The buses are ready to be in
service and the drivers have been trained to operate the lifts safely. The Coralville city council
just needs to determine which routes are most appropriate. There was some question about
whether to offer the city of Coralville some technical assistance on this matter but no decision
was reached.
Sheriff, reported that she had checked the automated bus schedule at the Old Capital Mall and
found it to be out dated....Braille and large print schedules are still pending.
Concerning the allocation of para-transit service, Olson, said, "That things seem to be moving
in a positive direction." Both the City and County want to see the status quo maintained.
Olson suggested that answers to questions which deal with the specific nature of the
relationship between the City and SEATS need to be answered now so that everyone knows
exactly what is expected of them for their own peace of mind.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 30, 1995
To:
Council on Disability Rights and Education
From;
Dale Helling, Assistant City Manager
Re: Sidewalk Cafes
The City Council has requested input from the CDRE regarding sidewalk cafes and any unique
difficulties they may present for persons with disabilities. This issue was raised by a person
who is blind and was unable to detect the presence of a sidewalk cafe with their cane because
the method of delineation involved a barder several feet above the ground. Section 10-3-
3(B)(3) of the City code provides as follows:
'q'he area for a sidewalk cafe shall be temporarily delineated by ropes or some other
suitable method which shall be cleady visible to pedestrians. Tables, chairs, and other
items are to be removed at the end of each day's operation, and the sidewalk care area
.shall be restored to its normal condition as a pedestrian way. No materials shall be
stored on the public right-of-way."
The incident in question involved a sidewalk cafe which was technically in compliance with the
City code. However, the problem is apparent and one which Council will address.
This incident precipitated further discussion by Council regarding the possibility of other
problems which might be caused by sidewalk cafes or experienced by persons with disabilities
as potential patrons. Cou.ncil is requesting that the CDRE consider these concerns and provide
whatever feedback or recommendations it may wish to offer in the interest of alleviating this and
any other problems which persons with disabilities might encounter.
I have a conflict which will preclude my attendance at the July 11 meeting. However, I will be
available to communicate with and work with any representative group or committee that might
be addressing this situation.
On behalf of the City Council any assistance the CDRE can provide is greatly appreciated.
cc: -City Council
City Clerk
~__JUNE1995 [
BUILDING PERMIT INFORMATION
CITY OF I0 WA CITY
KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS
Type of Improvement:
ADD Addition
ALT Alteration
DEM Demolition
GRD Grading/excavation/filling
REP Repair
MOV Moving
FND Foundation only
OTH Other type of improvement
Type of Use:
NON Nonresidential
RAC Residential- accessory building
RDF Residential- duplex
RMF Residential - three or more family
RSF Residential - single family
MIX Commercial & Residential
OTH Other type of use
Da:e: 07/05/95
Fro.n: 06/01/95
to..: 06/30/95
CiTY OF IOWA CITY
EXTRACTION OF BUILOING PERMIT OATA EOR
CENSUS BUREAU REPORT
Permit Applicant name Address Type Type Stories Units Valuation
No,. Impr Use
BL095-0271 [~A CITY CO~qURITY 2901 MELROSE AVE ADD NON 2 0 $ 1];'~060
SCHOOL
20,OOOsf TWO STORY CLASSROOM ADOIT[ON
ADD NO~ permits: 1 $ 13~040
ADO ROF 1 0 $ 6500
9L095-0168 JOYCE DAN[ELS 62Z N VAN BUNEN ST
12' X 1~'6" ~0OU DECN UITH STAIRS
ADD RDF permits: 1 $ 6500
HLO95-0330 PHi HOUSE CORP OF 5~Z N CLINTON ST ADO RMF 3 0 $ 45000
OELTA OELTA
EXTERIOR STAIRNAY
ADD RMF permits: 1 s ~5000
8L095-0297 XER NILLIA~SON 1017 VILLAGE GREEN 8LVO
22' X 31' MASTER 8EDROON ADDITION ABOVE GARAGE
ADD RSF 0 0 $ 63343
BlD95-0366 FREO BENTLEY 25 N WESTMINSTER ST ADD RSF
14' X 30' FAMILY ROOM ADDITION AND 20' X 30' GARAGE ADDITION
1 0 $ 36000
BL095-0301 ROBERT & RITA
SCHMIDT
S09SF ROOM ADDITION
761 RUNDELL ST ADD RSF 1 0 $ 23450
BL095-0362 RICH & CAROL gAGNER 811BARKET ST
14' X 26' GREAT
ADD RSF 1 0 $ 15000
BLD95-O~69 DARRELL YEANEY 2839 BROO~SIOE DR
1~' X 16' PATIO RO0~
ADD RSF 1 0 $ 15000
BL095-0353 TODD ANDERSON 223 DARTMOUTH ST
16' X IG' PATIO ROO,q
AOD RSF 1 0 $ 14360
BL095-0286 JOANNE SCHUZER 920 S 7TH AVE
22' x 8' BATH AND ENTRY ADDIT[OH
ADD RSF 1 0 $ 13000
BLO95-OZ90 WAYNE & BONNIE 2303 CAHERON UY
POLYZOU
11' X 12' SCREEH PORCH AND 10' X 16' OPEN OECK
ADD RSF 0 0 $ 11000
BL095-0307 OR. JOHN MEREGAN 1005 PEHXR[DGE OR
14' X 16' SCREEN PORCH
ADO RSF 1 0 $ 10000
8LO95-O321TOVA VIT[ELLO 20&8 PLAEN V[EN DR
12' X l&' SCREEN PORCH
ADD RSF 1 0 $ 10000
RL095-026~ BETLiN~ BOURJAILY ~10 BELDOR AVE ADD RSF
INSTALL FRENCH DOORS, NEW BASEMENT ENTRY AND 10' X 2~' DECK
0 0 $ 8500
OGre: 07/05/95
;r~n: 06/01/95
To..: 06/]0/95
CITY OF IOgA CITY .~ ~, ',
EXTRACTION OF BUILDING PERHIT OATA FOR l-':':~':. ~'
CENSUS BUREAU REPORT :...,.~ F,
Permit Applicant nan'e Address Type Type Stories Units Valuation
No. [mpr Use
AGO RSP 0 0 $ 8400
HL095-0291 AHN COMN~R$ 803 MARKET ST
SECOND FLOOR :(ITCHEN ADDITIOR ARO DEC:(
AGO RSF 1 0 $ 1800
8L095-0161 NED & MELISSA ASHTON 1623 RARCY ST
12~ X 16~ SCREEN PORCH
ADD RSF 1 0 $ ?SO0
BLO95-O~A4 BOM LOGSOON 1957 MEADOW/RIDGE LB
10~ X 13~ PATIO ROOM
AbO RSP 1 0 $ 7000
BL095-0350 ARLEHE OOMNELL¥ 11 REGAL LN
11' X 12' THREE SEASOB PORCH
ADD RSE 1 0 $ 6650
HL095-0355 PAUL gELLER & SARA 1061 ~OOOLAgB
RYNEB
IRREGULAR NOCO DEC~ ATTACHED TO SIDE OF HOME
ADD RSF
05
3500
3000
3000
1700
1600
BL095-0308 ROBERT & JANET LOHG 2212 HOLLYta300 BLVO
10" X 12~ SCREEN PORCH OVER EXISTING COHCRETE SLAB
ABD RSF
0S
BL095-0305 CLIFF MI$SEM 715 GEORGE ST
12' X 16' OPEHg(3~O DEC:(
AO0 RSF
05
BL09S-0309 JOMATHON THULL 909 S ?TB AVE
3' X 10~6" ~{TCHEH ADDIT[ON
AOD RSF
05
8L095-0299 JOM H LEH:(E 224 POST RD
22"8" X 14' gooO OECK
ADD RSF
05
BL095'0360 BRUCE MCDONALD 322 UINDSOR OR
12' X 15' SCREEN PORCH
ADD
0 $ 1200
BLD95-0318 DEBORAH & MICHAEL ~3 4TX AVE
TXOE
10~ X 12' ~OO0 DEC~ NITH FIBERGLASS ROOF
ADD RSF 1 0 $ 700
8L095-0292 COLIN GORDON 225 CHURCH ST
7' X 18' SECOND STORY OECK
ADO RSF 0 0 S 600
BL095-0352 TIMOTHY & SHAHHOB 716 OMEENt4OO0 DR
BREON
FOOTINGS AHD SLAB ONLY FOR FUTURE SCREEN PORCH
BL094-0804 RAHDY ALLEN 801 2HO AVE ADD RSF 0 0 $ 400
8*X 10' EROMT YOOOOECK ADDITION.
ADD RSF permits: 25 $ 252683
BL095-0317 CHAMPION & VANGILOEH 7 S DUBUQUE ST
INTERIOR REMODEL OF COMMERCIAL SPACE
BL095-0127 ANDERSON-BENDER
IBTERIOR REN~OEL
36 STURGIN CORNER DR
ALl NON 1 0 $ 47500
ALT NOB 1 0 $ 9000
Page: 3
Oate: 07/05795
From: 06/01/95
To..: 06/30/95
CITY OF IO~A CITY
EXTRACTION OF BUILDING PERMIT DATA FOR
CENSUS.BUREAU REPORT
Perm~ Applicant name Address Type Type Stories Units ' Valuation
NO. [m~r Use
BL095-0319 FIRST CRRISTIAM 217 iOWA AVE
CRUMCR
ElICLOSE FURNACE AND REMODEL BATH TO HAKE ACCESSIBLE
ALT NON 0 0 $ 6500
BL095-0~02 COMPUSERVE 52 STUNRIB CORNER DR ALT NON 1 0 $ 6000
INTERIOR REMODEL
8t095-0285 THOMAS & RICHARD
MCOOUGALL
INTERIOR REMODEL
116 E BENTON ST ALT NON 0 0 $ 5000
BL095-0312 ROY YELOER 211 [OWA AVE ALT NbM 0 0 S 2000
BATNROOM REMODEL
BLD95-0225 DARYL ~00SON AO5 S GILBERT ST ALT NON 0 0 $ 1000
PROPERTIES INC,
INSTALL MO~ENS BATHROOM
ALT NON permits: ? $ 77000
BL095-0303 GEORGE MIHALOPOULOS 905 M 000GE ST ALT ROF 2 1 $ 2000
CONVERT SINGLE FAMILY OWELL[NG TO DUPLEX
ALT ROF permits: 1 -1 s 2000
BL095'0289 GARY NUGHE$ 711 E BURLINGTON ST ALT MMF
CONVERT ATTIC TO THIRD FLOOR APARTMENT AND INSTALL EXTERIOR STAIRWAY
45000
8L095-0326 GREG APEL 119 MYRTLE AVE
iNSTALL TRUSSED ROOF OVER FLAT WiTH NO OVERHANG
ALT RMF 0 0 $ 42000
BLD95-03~1 TOH LAUGHRAM 811 COLLEGE ST ALT RI4F 0 0 $ 2000
INTERIOR REMODEL
8L095-0347 GEORGE FiNK 114 WASNIRGTON ST ALT RMF 1 0 $ 2000
INSTALL INTERIOR MALLS
ALT RMF permits: 4 1 $ 91000
8L095-0295 SYSTEMS UNLIMITED. 2208 HICKORY CT
INC,
INTERIOR REMODEL OF GROUP NOME
RL095.0342 SYSTEMS UNLIMITED
BATHROOM REMODEL
ALT RSE 1 0 $ 20000
BL095-0368 CHARLES & JUOY
BASEMENT REMODEL
1900 ROCHESTER CT ALT RSF 0 0 $ 15000
1202 OAKCREST AVE ALT RSF I 0 $ 3200
Date: 07/05/95
From:'06/01/95
To..: 06/30/95
CITY OF IO~A CITY
EXTRACTION OF BU[LOiNG PERMit DATA FOR
CENSUS BUREAU REPORT
Permit Appticant name Address Type Type Stories Units ~atuatlon
~1o. impr Use
BL095-0322 OONIS MALKMUS 1328 HUSCATiNE AVE ALT RSF
CONSTRUCT DORMER IN ATTIC STORAGE AREA AHO RECONSTRUCT STAIRS TO ATTIC
1 0 $ 3000
8L095-0288 TERRY BREUER 2615 E COURT ST
REPLACE FLAT ROOF giTN NIP
ALT RS; 1 0 $ 2SOO
ALT RSF permits: 5 $ 43700
8L095-0268 SMITH & MORELAND
PROPERTIES
12 UHIT OONOOIINIUM
2S0 gEST SIDE DR GRD RMF 2 0 S 0
GRO RHF permits: 1 $ 0
8L095-0332 STEVE & MICHAEL 313 SCOTT CT
KOHLI
iST FLOOR OANCE STUOIO ~lTB 3 T~O 8EOROOM APARTMENTS ABOVE
NEg MIX 2 3 $ 400000
RE~ MIX permits: 1 3 S 400000
BL095-0094 CENTRAL TRANSPORT, 2915 INOUSTRiAL PARK RO
INC.
TRUC~ TERMINAL BUILDING W[TH ATTACHED SHOP,
OLO95'O30A HEIGHBONHOO0 CTRS OF 2651 ROBERTS RO
JOHNSOH
1-STORY NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER ~ITH gALKOUT BASEMENT
8L095-0266 BRENTON RANK 1987 8ROADgAY ST
BRANCH BARK iN EXISTING GROCERY STORE
NON 0 0 $ 399000
REg NON 1 0 S 375000
NEN NOR 0 0 S 50000
NEW NON permits: 3 $ 824000
8L09§-0320 ROBERT BOYO 2525 ROCHESTER AVE
INGROUNO SNIMI4[NG POOL
8L095-0354 OEAN & MARGARET 314 BROgN ST
CORBAE
22' X 24~ OETACHED GARAGE
8L095-0314 JIM ~NOPICK 815 8LOOHINGTOH ST
22' X 22~ DETACHED GARAGE
8LD95-0306 ONRIS V COOPER JR 1307 LUKIRK ST
12' X 20~ gOOD STORAGE SHED
NEW RAC 0 0 $ 19000
REg RAC 1 0 $ 12500
MEg RAC 1 0 $ 7000
NEW RAC 1 0 $ 3500
NEW RAC permits: 4 S 42000
Page: 5
Oate: 07/05/95
Fr~n: 06/01/95
fo..: 06/30/95
CiTY OF IOUA CITY
EXTRACTION OF BUILDING PERMIT DATA FOR
CEHSUS BUREAU REPORT
Perm(t Appl icant name Address Type Type Stories Units Vatuation
No. lmpr Use
BL095-0)15 NODGE CONSTRUCTION 78 JEMA CT
OUPLEX CONO0*S WITN T~O CAR GARAGES
NEW ROF 1 2 $ 144512
NEW RDF permits: 1 2 $ 14451Z
8L095-0267 SMITH & MORELAND
PROPERTIES
12 UNIT COND~qINIUM
BL095-0336 SMITN-MORELAND
PROPERTIES
8 UNIT CONDOMINIUM
8L095-03]8 S & M PROPERTIES
8 UNIT CONDOmiNIUM
BL095-0337 S & M PROPERTIES
6 UNIT CONDOMINIUM
250 NEST SIDE OR NEW RMF 2 12 S 2'20000
300 NEST SIDE OR NEW RMF 2 8 $ 480000
344 NEST SIDE OR NEW RMF 2 8 $ 480000
324 NEST SIDE DR NEN RMF 2 6 $ 360000
NEW RMF permits: 4 34 S 2040000
8L095-0]57 ROBERT & CAROL 43? BUTTERNUT LN NEW RSF 1 1 $ 261965
BARKER
S.F.D.WITN TNREE CAR GARAGE
8LD95-0339 JOHN RAUH 254 ROCXY SHORE DR NEW RSF 2 1 $ 179442
S.F.D. WITH TWO CAR GARAGE
BL095-0531 LEWIS HiLL 31 LAREOO Cl NEW RSF 1 I $ 141239
S.F.D WITH T~O CAR GARAGE
BL095-0293 MITCNELL-PNIPPS BLOG 3562 SOUTH JAMIE LN NEW RSF 1 I $ 97784
& DESIGN
S.F.D. glTR TUO CAR GARAGE
BL095-0334 MATHEW 8 CONST 3417 SOUTH JAMIE LN NEW RSF 1 1 $ 86275
S.F.O WITH TWO CAR GARAGE, ZERO-LOT-LINE
BL095-0335 MATMEg B 3425 SOUTH JAMIE LN NEW RSF 1 1 $ 86275
CONSTRUCTION
S.F.O, WITH TWO CAR GARAGE. ZERO -LOT-LiNE
REW RSF permits: 6 6 $ 852980
BL095-0323 l,C, COMMUNITY 1130 SEYMOUR AVE
SCROOL DISTRICT
REROOF LONGFELLO~ GRADE SCHOOL
8L095-0324 I.e. COHMUNITY 521 N 000GE ST
SCHOOL DISTRICT
REROOF[NG HORACE MANN GRAOE SCHOOL.
REP NON $ 104000
REP NON $ 32000
PaNe:.6
Date:
Fro~: 06/01/95
To..: 06/30/95
CITY OF 10~A CITY
EXTRACTION OF BUILDING PERMIT DATA FOR
CENSUS BUREAU REPORT
Permit Appticant name Addres~ Type TypeStorles Units Valuation
No. [mpr Use
BL095-O~58 CHUL SOU SEE 208 g LINN ST REP NOH 0 0 S 1000
TAKE DONN FIRST SEVEN FEET OF CNINHEY AND TUCKPOINT REMAINDER
REP NON permits: 3 $ 137000
OLD95-0310 ELLIS SCHULTZ 539 E BURLINGTON ST REP RDF 0 0 $ S:~00
REHOVE SNIHGLES~ RESHEATH AND RESH[NGLE ROOF
REP ROF permits: 1 $ 5300
8LD95-O$00 ]ONA CITY ~[NOO~S 711 E BURLINGTON ST
AND DOORS
REPLACE UINDO[4S THROUGH-OUT SUILDING USING EXISTING OPENINGS
NEP RMF 0 0 S 15000
8LD95-O3Z5 ALPHA PHi 906 COLLEGE ST REP RNF $ 9000
REPLACE SIDING
REP RMF permits: 2 $ 24000
OLD9S-OZB~ JOHN & ORU ~UELLER 1685 RIDGE RD REP RSF 0 0 $ 7000
REPLACE SIDE DECK
BLD95-O~11 ELLIS SCHULTZ 315 S JOHNSON ST
REMOVE SHINGLES~ RESHEAT~ AND RESHINGLE RODe
REP RSF 0 0 $ ~900
BL095-0338 BRYON DAY 216 N MT VERNON OR
18' X Z2~ DECK REPLACEMENT
REP RSF 0 0 $ 6000
BLO9S-O3&3 AB~AGELE LAKE 160~ FRANKLIH ST NEP RSF I 0 $ 3500
REPLACE ~]~ OF EXTERIOR ~ALL
BL095-OZ96 LARRY MEYERS 519 S VAN 8UNEN ST REP RSF 1 0 $ 1000
REPLACE DECKING ON PORCH
REP RSF permits: 5 $ ' 19&00
TOTALS ~? $ 6~80015
MINUTES
IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
FRIENDS FOUNDATION MEMBERS ANNUAL MEETING
2ND FLOOR ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE ROOM
THURSDAY, JUNE 22, ~995 - 5:00 PM
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Stephen Greenleaf, Jeri Hobart, Philip Hubbard, Katherine Moyers, Jesse
Singerman, Jim Swaim, Chuck Traw
Margaret Cox, Anne Spencer
Staff Present:
Barb Black, Maeve Clark, Susan Craig, Larry Eckholt, Debb Green,
Martha Lubaroff, Liz Nichols
CALL TO ORDER',
President Greenleaf called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Moyers moved to approve the minutes of July 28, 1994, Singerman seconded it,
It was noted that th~ agenda listed the minutes incorrectly as of July 8, 1994, The minutes
were approved by a vote of aye,
,APPROVE SLATE OF AT-LARGE MEMBERS, TRUSTEES AND FRIENDS
Eckholt distributed the revised slate as listed below:
Friends Foundation Board of Directors: New Members
Kathie Belgum, 2 year term
Pamela Terrill, 3-year term
Sherri Zastrow, 3-year term
Re-appointed to 3-year terms
Marvin Hartwig
Fred Krause
Brad Langguth
Officers for the 95-96 Fiscal Year
William Burger, President
Brad Langguth, Vice President
ICPL BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MARCH 31, 1994
PAGE 2
David Van Dusseldorp, Treasurer
Kathy Penningroth, Secretary
Friends Committee: Appointments to the Board of Directors for 1-year terms
Tom Hulme
Bette Meisel
David Van Dusseldorp
Kathy Pennigroth
Greenleaf appointed Jesse Singerman and Jim Swaim to fill the Trustee positions on the
Foundation Board for a 1 year term.
Traw moved and Moyers seconded the motion to approve the slate, All voted aye,
Moyers moved and Singerman seconded the motion to adjourn at 5:15 pm. All voted aye.
Minutes taken and prepared by Martha Lubaroff,
MidAmerican
ENERGY
June 30, 1995
Mayor Susan Horowitz
City of Iowa City
410 E. WashingScon Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
M~dAme~can Energy Company
666G:andA~nue
RO. 8oxgZ44
OesMo:nes, lA~366-92~4
515242-4300Telephone
Dear Mayor Horowitz:
We are pleased to announce the completion of the merger of Iowa-Illinois Gas
and Electric Company and Midwest Resoarces to form MidAmerican Energy
Company. We recently received the final regulatory approvals required to
complete the merger, which will become effectiv. e July 1.
MidAmerican will work hard to control costs while continuing to provide your
community with reliable utility service. The rights and responsibi~ties of the
parties under our franchise agreement will remain unchanged by the merger.
Both utilities have had long-term commitments to efforts aimed at bringing jobs
to Iowa. These commitments will not change. As a larger company with
greater resources, MidAmerican will be able to increase economic development
support to its service area.
Customers will continue to see the names Iowa-Illinois Gas and Electric,
Midwest Gas and Midwest Power until sometime this fall when the new
organization is fully in place.
We are privileged to continue serving your community and look forward to
working with you and others to make Iowa's future brighter and more
promising than ever.
Sincerely,
Russell E. Christiansen
Chairman, Office of the
Chief Executive Officer
Stanley J. Bright
President, Office of the
Chief Executive Officer
To: TO',i~ CITY CLERK From: Board of
Charles D. Dut~,, Chairperson
,To~ Bolk¢om
Stephen P. Laoina
Don Sehr
Sally Slutsman
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
July 6, 1995
INFORMAL MEETING
1. Call.to order 9:00 a.m.
Agenda
Review of the informal minutes of June 27th recessed to June 29th and the
formal minutes of June 29th.
3. Business from the County Engineer.
a) Discussion re:Parcel of right of way on 140th Street from Jarry Johnson.
b) Other
Business from Jeff Davidson, Executive Director for Johnson County
Council of Governments re: proposed paratransit agreement between
Johnson County, Iowa City and Coralville/discussion.
5. Business from the Board of Supervisors.
a) Discussion re:appointment to the Computer Needs Committee
b) Reports
c) Other
6. Discussion from the public.
7, Recess.
913 SOUTH DUBUQUE ST,
P.O. BOX 1350 IOWACITY, IOWA 52244-1350 TEL: (319) 356-6000
(319) 35~6086
To: IO~ CITY CLERR Fron; Board or Supervisors ?~-gS 8:S3aa p, 3 oF 3
Agenda 7-6-95
Page 2
FORMAL MEETING TO FOLLOW
To: IO~ CI~ CL£R~
JohnsonCount'
Charles D. Du~y, Chairperson
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Stcph¢~ P. Ladna
Don Schr
Sally,Stutsman
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
July 6, 1995
FORMAL MEETING
Agenda
I. Call to order following the informal meeting.
2. Action re: claims
3. Action re: informal minutes of June 27th recessed to June 29th and the
formal minutes of June 29th.
4. Action re: payroll authorizations
5. Business from the County Auditor.
a) Action re: permits
b) Action re: reports
c) Other
Business from the Comity Zoning Administrator.
a) Fkst and second consideration to amend the legal description for Lot 5
of Waltoh's 8ubdivisision Z9438 of Roy Walton. The parcel is located in
the North 1/2 of the 8W 1/4 of Section 34, Township 79 North, Range 6
West of the 5th P.M., Johnson County, Iowa.
7. 9:30 a.m. - Public Heari.g on Conditional Use Permit:
a) Discussion/action re: the following Conditional Use Permit:
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Application CU9502 of Glenn Thomas, Iowa City, requesting
approval of a Conditional Use Permit to operate a lawn mower
repair and sales as a home business as allowed under Chapter
8:1.34, Conditional Use Permits of the Johnson County Zoning
Ordinance. The property is described as being in the NW 1/4 of the
NW 1/4 of Section 30; Township 80 North; Range 5 West of the 5th
P.M. in Johnson County, Iowa.
8. Business from the County Attorney.
a) Report re: other items.
9. Business from the Board of Supervisors,
a) Action m: proposed paretransit agreement between Johnson County,
Iowa City and Coralville and authorize the Chairperson to sign.
b) Action re: Approve parcel of right of way on 140th Street from Jarry
Johnson for $1.
Action re: appointment to the Computer Needs Committee.
d) Action re: Resolution adopting proposed plans, specifications, form
of contract, and fixing cost estimate; and setting public hearing on repair
and upgrade of Courthouse garage.
e) Other
10. Adjourn to informal meeting.
a) Inquiries and reports from the public.
b) Reports and inquires from the members of the Board of Supervisors.
Report front the County Attorney.
d) Other
11. Adjournment.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: July 7, 1995
To'
From:
Re:
Stephen Atkins, City Manager
Donald Yucuis, Finance Director
Investment of City of Iowa City Funds
Pursuant to the recent articles regarding investment income losses a'nd the Common Fund
regarding the three Iowa state universities, for better or for worse the state of iowa legislature
changed where cities and counties can invest their funds back when the Iowa Trust scandal
occurred. Th~se changes restricted where cities and counties can invest their funds. In short,
the City of Iowa City has the ability to invest in the state Iowa public agency trust fund,
certificates of deposit within iowa, and also direct 6bligations of the U.S. government. This
has limited the risk of investing City funds. Also, interest returns are directly related to the
market rates at the time funds are invested.
When the State of Iowa took over the Police and Fire Pension Fund in 1992, that was the only
true funding area that the City'could invest in more riskier investments.
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Charles D. Duffy, Chairperson
Joe Bo~m
Stephen P. La~Ma
Don Se~
Sally S~ta~
July 11, 1995
INFORMAL MEETING
Agenda
Call to order 9:00 a.m.
Review of the informal and formal minutes of July 6th.
Business ~om the County Auditor.
a) Discussionre:resolution
accounts.
b) Other
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accepting
the 7-3-95 cash
4. Business ~om the Board of Supervisors.
a) Discussionre:
b) Reports
c) Other
Silurian Aquifer study.
5. Discussion from the public.
6. Recess.
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P.O. BOX 1350 IOWA CITY, IOWA 52244-1350
TEL: (319) 356-6000