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I MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS I
IP1 Tentative Future City Council Meetings and Work Session Agendas
IP2 Memorandum from Council Member Dee Vanderhoef: Input to National League of Cities
IP3 Memorandum from the City Attorney: Absence
IP4 Memorandum from the City Attorney: Alcohol-Related Simple Misdemeanors
IP5 Communication to Register Editorial Board submitted by Chuck Conrad: Thank You to
MidAmerican Energy Crews
IP6 Police Department Use of Force Report - November 2004
IP7 Invitation to Reception for Dr. Janie Yates Friday, December 17, 2004
IP8 [Approved minutes] Scattered Site Housing Taskforce: November 22, 2004
I PRELIMINARY DRAFT/MINUTES I
Ipg Public Art Advisory Committee: December 2, 2004
IP10 Charter Review Commission: December 13, 2004
IP11 Charter Review Commission: December 8, 2004
IP12 Senior Center Commission: November 16, 2004
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
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I TENTATIVE FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS I
. MONDAY, DECEMBER 20 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Council Work Session Cancelled
. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Formal Council Meeting Cancelled
. MONDAY, JANUARY 3 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Regular Work Session
. TUESDAY, JANUARY 4 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Regular Formal
. THURSDAY, JANUARY 6 Emma J. Harvat Hall
8:30a-3:30p Special Budget Work Session
. MONDAY, JANUARY 10 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Budget Work Session
Board/Commission/Organization
. TUESDAY, JANUARY 11 Emma J. Harvat Hall
12:00p-7:00p Budget Work Session
. MONDAY, JANUARY 17 Emma J. Harvat Hall
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday - City Offices Closed
. TUESDAY, JANUARY 18 Emma J. Harvat Hall
TBA Special Work Session
7:00p Regular Formal
. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Emma J. Harvat Hall
Regular Formal
. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Emma J. Harvat Hall
Regular Formal
. TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Emma J. Harvat Hall
Regular Formal
Meeting dates/times/topics subject to change
FUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS
Regulation of Downtown Dumpsters
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DATE: December 16, 2004
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Dee Vanderhoef, Council Member
RE: Input to National League of Cities
I picked up the attached information at the conference in Indianapolis last week. This is
an excellent opportunity to provide input to the CityFutures agenda process.
If any of you are interested in responding I have left the original with the City Clerk or
you may wish to respond electronically as well.
As part of the new CityFutures Process, Setting the Cityfutures Agenda
the Advisory Council is reaching out to NLC's members.
Our goals: 2003-2004
t) To gain a better understanding of the trends and In 2003, the Advisory Council asked the Board of
changes affecting America's cities and towns today Directors and other NLC leadership groups to brainstorm
and in the years to come; about the major trends and changes affecting cities and
2) To help shape NLC activities and programs so they towns. Based on the responses, the Advisory Council
identified Public Finance and Intergovernmental Relations
reflect your concerns, interests, and objectives; and as the first CityFutures Initiative. As a result, NLC has
3) To pfodul;:e R~AL OlJTCOMES for citi.es and towns invested in a wide range of activities.
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. >. . fill ou11~~ comment card in this brochuwaogcotrJ;e to. the
Friday 2'pm workshop, "Preparingforyo.l;f City's Futury:, . 2) GOVEJtNANCE, CIVIC E,.~GE.MENT, AND TIltlST
here at the Congress of Citiesal1(j~al/ey()ur vo.ice hearq!' 3). PUBLIC SAfETY"""
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We Want Your Input! . Growing disparities in wealth and income
. Globalization, outsourcing and the export of jobs
Below are preliminary lists of trends and changes around . Quality of education
these topics. We're asking you to consider the following . Inter-city and intra-region competition
question: 2) GOVERNANCE, CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, AND TRUST
In each of these three areas, what are the most . Lack of civic engagement and the "culture of apathy"
important trends and changes affecting . Distrust of government by citizens
YOUR CITY OR TOWN? . Distrust of citizens by government officials
. Eroding federal-state-Iocal partnerships
Do NOT feel you have to choose from the bulleted lists. . New technologies changing public interactions with
We want to tap into your understanding and expertise government
to gain a better sense of the full range of trends and . Devolution of goVernment responsibilities
changes that local elected officials are seeing. . Anti-tax sentiment
We ask you to think "outside the box" about what is . Lack of diversity in government
. The changing role of the media
affecting your city or town, your residents, your . Governance by initiative
community, and your ability to govern effectively. . Increasing numbers of alternative models of governance
t) ECONOMIC VITALITY . Attracting good people to government
. Regionalism on the rise.' '
. Loss of jobs . Dissatisfaction with elections and c<impaigning
. Shifts from manufacturing to service to an <,
information economy 3) PUBLIC SAfETY
. Aging and inadequate infrastructure . New responsibilities for cities and towns ,
. Lack of a properly trained workforce . Increased terrorism threats
. RiSing health care costs and lack of insurance
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Please use this form to tell us:
In each of these three areas, what are the most important
trends and changes affecting YOUR CITY OR TOWN?
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GOVERNANCE, CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, AND TRUST
PUBLIC SAFETY
How to Respond
You can provide your answers and insights in several ways:
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About the Advisory CouncU and the Cltyfutures Process
; The NLC Advisory Council includes municipal officials who have served a term on the NLC Board of Directors and remain in
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municipal elected office. In 2003, the Advisory Council took on a new and expanded role in assessing major trends
and changes affecting cities and towns and then making recommendations to the NLC Board about activities based on
those assessments.
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Date: December 14, 2004
To: City Council ~
From: Eleanor M. Dilkes, City Attorney
Re: Absence
I will be out of the office the week of December 20, 2004 and back in the office on Tuesday,
December 28. My staff will know how to reach me.
cc: Steve Atkins
Dale Helling
Marian Karr
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MEMORANDUM
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FROM: Eleanor M. Dilkes, City Attorney
DATE: December 15, 2004
RE: Alcohol-Related Simple Misdemeanors
At your request, a description of the simple misdemeanor alcohol-related charges is
listed below. In addition to the fine, a surcharge of thirty percent (30%) of the fine is
assessed along with court costs of $17.00. I have also noted whether the violation can
currently be charged as a violation of a City ordinance, the State Code, or both.
Charqe Fine Surch. Costs Total Citv and/or State
Possession of Alcohol $100 $30 $17 $147 City and State
under the Legal Age
(PAULA)_1st offense
PAULA_2nd or $200 $60 $17 $277 City and State
subsequentoffense* and license
suspended up
to 1 year*
Public Intoxication $50 $15 $17 $82 State
(min.)
$500 $150 $17 $667
(max.)
Public Urination $50 $15 $17 $82 City
Under 19 and in a Bar $250 $75 $17 $342 City
after 10:00 p.m.
Unlawful Use/Possession $75 $22.50 $17 $114.50 State
of Driver's License (e.g.,
using another person's DL)
Possession or Use of $100 $30 $17 $147 State
Fictitious or Fraudulent
Driver's License to
Obtain Alcohol
(e.g., fake ID to buy alcohol)
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* As noted at your work session, the City has appealed Magistrate Goddard's ruling that
the City does not have the authority to provide for the suspension of a driver's license as
a penalty for conviction of a PAULA-2nd
Please note that pursuant to Iowa Code section 364.3 a city may not provide a penalty in
excess of a $500.00 fine or thirty (30) days imprisonment. Absent a specific penalty,
$500.00 and thirty (30) days are also the maximum penalties for simple misdemeanors
under the State Code. See Iowa Code section 903.1.
Copy to:
City Manager
City Clerk
Chief of Police
DEC-01-2004 WED 05:40 PM CORP COMM FAX NO, 5152424236 p, 02/20
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Kudos to MidAmerican Energy crews fo~ getting all tff lights back on more quickly than
expected. The job is nearly complete, which is about ~,ee weeks ahead of schedule. What's
more, the city won't have to dig as deep ~' pay for =1g on all streetlights, thanks to a
decision by the utility company to waive Ihc ordinaris 'rvice charge of $23 a light, 01'
$87,400 for 3,800 lights. The company "'1'mld have blf~lljustified in making the city pay the
full charge. That it did not shows that go d corporate ,citizenship is still practiced in Iowa.
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USE OF FORCE REPORT \J
November 2004
OFFICER DATE INC# INCIDENT FORCE USED
59 11/01/01 04-60769 Trespass Officers responded to a report of a
subj ect trespassing in an apartment.
Subject resisted Officers when they
attempted to escort him out. Officers
had to physically escort the subject out
of the apartment. Subject later
assaulted Officers and was exposed to
OC.
19 11/6/041 04-61810 Disturbance Subject had been placed under arrest
with handcuffs and refused to get into a
squad car. Officer used hands on
technique to direct subject into car.
56,85 11/6/04 04-61834 Domestic Assault Officers responded to a report of a
subject armed with a knife and making
threats. Subject was placed under
arrest and resisted cuff mg. Subject was
directed to the ground for controlled
cuffing.
21 11/7/04 04-62043 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was stuck by a
vehicle.
37 11/11/04 04-62689 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was struck by a
vehicle.
31 11/15/04 04-63365 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was stuck by a
vehicle.
15 11/15/04 04-63511 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was struck by a
vehicle.
05 11/16/04 04-63669 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was struck by a
vehicle.
36 11/17/04 04-63691 Public Intoxication Subject was trying to start an
altercation with another. Officer
advised subject to move along. Subject
began an attempt to assault the Officer
and was exposed to chemical agent.
OFFICER DATE INC# INCIDENT FORCE USED
55 11118/04 04-63885 Narcotics Arrest Officer drew sidearm during the arrest
of a subject with a weapons history.
The officer reholstered his weapon
after the subject was arrested without
incident.
47 11/18/04 04-63956 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was struck by a
vehicle.
54 11/20/04 04-64327 Interference Subject interfered during the arrest of
another. Subject was told to leave by
Officers and refused. Subject was
arrested and handcuffed. Subject then
attempted to assault Officers and was
directed to the ground.
19 11120/04 04-64355 Intoxicated Subject Subject was placed under arrest and
refused Officers handcuffing efforts.
Subj ect was directed to the ground for
controlled cuffmg.
90 11/20/04 04-64355 Interference Subject interfered during the arrest of
another. Subj ect was told to leave by
Officers and refused. Subject was
arrested and resisted Officers
handcuffing efforts. Officer used a
hands control technique to place the
subject's hands behind his back to
handcuff him.
19 11/21/04 04-64632 Intoxicated Subject Subject was placed under arrest and
refused Officers handcuffing efforts.
Subject was directed to the ground for
controlled cuffing.
37 11/21/04 04-64717 Injured Animal Officer used sidearm to dispatch an
injured deer that was struck by a
vehicle.
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Janie Yates
After fourteen years of volunteering, Janie
Yates has decided to conclude her
instruction and readings at the Center.
You are cordially invited to attend a
Reception in honor of
Dr. Janie Yates
Friday, December 17
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Room 202
Janie's final reading will be at 2 PM. Readers
will be Janie, Carol Horton and Loren Horton.
Room 202.
Join us in honoring Dr. Janie Yates! Open to
the public. Refreshments will be served.
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SCATTERED SITE HOUSING TASKFORCE
NOVEMBER 22, 2004
CITY HALL, LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Don Anciaux, Jerry Anthony, Darlene Clausen, Matthew Hayek, Jan Left, Sally
Stutsman, Joan Vandenberg
MEMBERS ABSENT: Jan Peterson
STAFF PRESENT: Steve Nasby, Steve Rackis
OTHERS PRESENT: Maryann Dennis, Charles Eastham, Tracy Glaesemann, Frank Gluck, Patti
Santangelo, Vanessa Miller
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Hayek called the meeting to order at 4:40 pm.
Approval of the October 4, 2004 and November 8, 2004 Minutes:
Several revisions in spelling and grammar were noted for the Minutes. Vandenberg also noted that an
Individual Education Plan (IEP) is a plan, not a program.
Anthony asked if there is a tape of the public hearing. Nasby replied that there is an audiotape, which he
thought is kept for 30 days after the minutes are approved.
MOTION: A motion was made by Left, seconded by Stutsman, to approve the October 4 and
November 8 Minutes as amended. The motion carried unanimously.
DELIBERATIONS REGARDING RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL
Hayek recapped the last meeting by saying the Taskforce was on track in discussing the list of points that
had been written on the board, and the members were to come to this meeting with thoughts and
suggestions about the definition of concentration.
Anthony asked about the "No Child Left Behind" program, and asked for confirmation that schools with
greater than 20% of students on freelreduced lunch are given additional resources for a special education
teacher or counselor. Vandenberg answered that the percentage is not greater than 20%. Anthony also
noted, "No Child Left Behind" does not talk about additional resources so much as sanctions for schools
that do not score well enough.
Anthony asked if there are any other programs that give resources for schools, with populations of
students greater than 20% of which are on freelreduced, for additional teachers or programs. Vandenberg
answered that would be the Title I program. Left concurred, adding that Title I is a federal reading
program. Vandenberg said that financial support is given to Title I schools with the highest freelreduced
numbers. Currently there are nine schools in the district that receive funding. Left noted that these
schools included Twain, Wood, Penn, Hills, and Coralville Central.
Anthony asked what the required percentage is for receiving funding. Vandenberg replied that she
believes it is given to schools that are above the district average for free\reduced lunch. As such, it
changes from year to year, and is the nine schools with the highest free/reduced numbers. Anthony
asked where the funding comes from. Vandenberg replied it comes from the federal government, and is
targeted to reading support.
Stutsman asked for confirmation on what the funding from this program supplies to the schools. Left
replied that the school receives a teacher. Vandenberg added that the district also receives State money
to reduce classroom size, and five schools have been targeted for that funding. Anthony asked if the
guidelines use numbers of freelreduced students. Vandenberg answered yes, but also test scores.
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Hayek asked if Anthony's questions have been answered. Anthony replied yes, and that it would be good
to have the percentages for each of the schools during the discussion. Leff reported that of the schools
getting the extra resources the highest percentage offreelreduced students in 2003 was 63% at Twain
and the lowest was 24%. Anthony suggested that funding becomes available when the number of
students on free\reduced lunch reaches 20%. Leff agreed that is how it appears.
Anthony asked for confirmation that students may choose to transfer out of a school that does not meet
the standards under "No Child Left Behind." Vandenberg said yes. She added that the first year the
school does not meet the standard, the school is put on a watch list. If progress is not made, then
students have a right to transfer out in the second year.
Leff noted that the two schools that are currently on the watch list are the two junior high schools. Hayek
asked about the status of the junior high schools in terms of their probation. Leff replied that they are
currently on the watch list, and the two demographic groups that put them on the watch list are special
education and English language learners. If the performance at both schools does not improve in the next
year, the schools will be labeled "in need of improvement."
Stutsman asked if those are the only schools in the district on the watch list. Leff replied that West High
has been added to the list, though she is unsure about City High. Vandenberg said that she thought that
Twain is back on the list because there were two or three special education students who did not take the
test. Leff clarified that schools are also penalized if students do not take the test.
Stutsman asked if students who are sick when the test is given are in the group that did not take the test.
Leff replied that sick students are given a chance to make up the test. Vandenberg added that she thinks
one of the students at Twain had moved and come back, so was not in residence when the test was
given, and that two other students became too frustrated with the test and simply did not complete it.
Vandenberg noted that Wood was on the watch list several years ago. Leff agreed, and noted that the
school then raised their test scores, and was taken off the list.
Anciaux asked if any students are exempted from taking the tests. Leff replied that those with severe and
profound disabilities are exempt, as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) students who have
been in the district less than a year. Hayek asked for confirmation that a student with one year of English
has to take the test. Leff replied yes.
Vandenberg added that the numbers of children that it takes to put a school on the watch list is an issue.
For example, it took only three students at Twain to put the school on the watch list. Anthony asked if
these schools are given additional funding. Leff said "no" the district needs to find the money by shifting
students and resources around. Vandenberg noted that Twain has worked to alleviate the learning issues
as much as is possible, by reducing classroom sizes and hiring additional reading teachers. Leff added
that Twain is currently the elementary school that is given the most resources.
Hayek suggested discussing one of the points on the list, and to come to agreement on its status as using
it to define concentration. He said that one thing would be to talk about the difficulty tracking assisted
housing as it ties in to students on freelreduced lunch. Vandenberg agreed, noting that there are multiple
confidentiality issues involved. While it may be possible to gather the data, it would probably take a lot of
time to assemble it into a presentable format.
Vandenberg said that she may as well introduce the topic of concentrations of poverty for consideration.
Using the inventory of assisted rental housing units in Iowa City that was supplied to the Taskforce in the
reference section may help to narrow down the discussion. She added that at the last meeting, there was
discussion about many different and broad issues, including poverty, elderly and disabled housing, and
concentrations of university students. However, the physical inventory list broke the housing down into
these different categories. Vandenberg said that for the school district the largest issues arise at the end
of the housing continuum which include transitional and shelter housing, because those are the families
that need the most support to help their stability.
Leff asked which tract these two housing types are currently located in within Iowa City. Vandenberg
replied they are predominantly in tract 18. For example, HACAP has 22 units in the Broadway
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neighborhood and 18 are on Broadway, MECCA is also in tract 18, Shelter House is currently in tract 11
but will be moved to tract 18. She said her comments do not include Successful Living, as those are
persons who are single. Also, Four Oaks is a little different because of staff support, but it is also in tract
18. She added that families that are at 80% of median income or even 50% of median income are well
on their way to self-sufficiency and don't need a lot of support other than housing. Families that are
homeless need a lot of support besides housing, and they also use a lot of other services. In terms of
concentrations of poverty, when looking more specifically at the most needy groups, there is a
concentration in tract 18.
Anciaux noted that there are 217 assisted units in tract 18, which is the second highest number.
Vandenberg asked if Saratoga Springs is HACAP. Nasby replied that it is through Greater Iowa City
Housing Fellowship and Bob Burns. Vandenberg said that she was unsure where the other HACAP units
are located.
Leff noted that Villa Gardens is in tract 18 as well. Vandenberg agreed, though she added that families
living there probably need less support overall.
Clausen asked for confirmation that Vandenberg believes there is a concentration in tract 18. Vandenberg
replied y'es, if the kinds of housing are sorted according to level of need.
Hayek said that the group is talking about what would define concentration, and it seems that
Vandenberg would like to know where the shelter and transitional housing is located before deciding that
question. Vandenberg agreed, saying that the question comes back to "what is concentrated?" Also, the
shelter and transitional housing is something the City has more control over, though that category may be
too narrow.
Leff noted that she was looking at the number of children in an attendance area with multiple special
needs. Looking at attendance areas rather than census tracts may focus on the school district's concerns
for the schools in question, namely Wood and Twain.
Anciaux said that by applying those criteria, tract 4 has 385 assisted units, which equals 16.2% of the
housing. What is in tract 47 Vandenberg replied that tract includes Pheasant Ridge. Hayek and Stutsman
added that there is elderly housing in that area as well. Vandenberg said that there appears to be a
concentration in Pheasant Ridge, though the breakdown of that area in regards to university students
versus other household types is unknown.
Anthony pointed out that though the school district's concern is justified, it has nothing to do with assisted
or public housing. There can be large concentrations of students with special needs in an area, but
whether they are living in assisted housing is unknown. Also, the charge of the Taskforce is to determine
whether assisted housing should be scattered or not, so all kinds of assisted housing should be
considered. Otherwise, he believed that the Taskforce would be modifying their charge.
Vandenberg suggested that her issue may be more closely related to the impact of concentration.
Anthony said that impact should be part of the definition of concentration, because strict numbers don't
necessarily make sense except in relation to the effects. So the Taskforce should look at negative effects
of poverty and see if they are attributable to assisted housing. If so, then it should be scattered, and if not,
then other options are available. There may be negative effects if numbers rise above a certain
concentration, but no documented effects below that concentration.
Hayek suggested that different areas in the housing or income spectrum could be examined, and impacts
outlined at each level, along with suggestions for the City. Anthony agreed that approach could work with
the consideration portion of the discussion. However, for policy purposes, the locations of assisted
housing can be specified, breaking the types of housing up and designating where certain types can be
located would not be possible because of discrimination issues and fair housing. For example, the City
could not designate that people with disabilities can only live in one area.
Anciaux clarified that he thought the Taskforce can determine that there is a concentration of assisted
housing south of Highway 6, and recommend that additional assisted housing be put elsewhere. Anthony
agreed that such a statement is viable. Anthony added that if the Taskforce can correlate a specific
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concentration to an undesirable social outcome, then the Taskforce can specify that above that
percentage is undesirable. and recommend scattering the housing elsewhere.
Hayek said whether a recommended solution is advisable or legal, the Taskforce still needs to come up
with a definition. Stutsman asked if the Taskforce is prepared to make a statement about concentration.
Hayek replied that some resolution is needed with the freelreduced lunch data, and possible correlations.
Stutsman suggested talking about freelreduced lunch as part of the definition of concentration. Anthony
suggested looking at the data as part of the effects and examines whether they are related to the location
of assisted housing.
Leff added that the Taskforce should look at what is acceptable for Iowa City and not use national
standards. She said that even if the overall percentage of freelreduced lunch students in Iowa City is
lower than the national average, for Iowa City it may be too high. Leff said that the Taskforce should set
higher standards, because the community and City Council has traditionally supported setting high
standards in education. Anthony agreed.
Anciaux said that if concentrations are identified, even if they are stricter than national averages, the
Taskforce should specify that number and a policy could state that the percentages of assisted housing in
any area should not be allowed to get higher. Stutsman added that the Taskforce report should include a
statement that though Iowa City does not have a concentration according to federal standards. the
Taskforce has higher expectations for the community, including that every child has the resources
needed to succeed in school.
Hayek asked if there is a way to look at the issue both in respect to groups with higher needs, but also
being inclusive of all groups. Anthony suggested that might be possible after getting through the list and
narrowing things down. Hayek asked if the Taskforce should continue talking about freelreduced lunch
data. Stutsman said yes, since it can be quantified. Clausen pointed out that the Taskforce doesn't know
how many students on freelreduced live in assisted housing. While the connection may exist between
poverty and non-proficiency, it is not necessarily tied to assisted housing.
Hayek suggested that perhaps a correlation can be drawn in a geographic area between the number of
freelreduced students in the school and the number of assisted housing units in the area. Stutsman
asked if that assumption can be made. Anthony replied no, because of how the assisted housing
programs work. Anthony continued by explaining that people who receive housing assistance receive
rental support at fair market value. Fair market rent is set at the 40.h percentile of the range of rents in an
area, which is typically very close to median rent. Therefore, people who receive housing assistance do
not live in the poorest or most expensive neighborhoods. but in the middle of the rental housing price
range. Median rent housing is not usually found in concentrated pockets of poverty. Anthony said that
this information is from an article by the Fannie Mae Foundation about where people on Section 8 live.
The article notes that the two reasons people in assisted housing live where they do are affordability and
race. So, while poverty and freelreduced lunch can be correlated. the correlation cannot be extended to
include assisted housing since people in assisted housing are not found in the poorest areas.
Vandenberg suggested approaching the freelreduced data from the other direction. For example, HACAP
has 60 children in 22 units. If 22 students go to Twain, while 24 go to Wood could information like that be
helpful to the Taskforce? It may be safe to assume that if they are eligible for HACAP's services, they
would be eligible for free or reduced lunch. Clausen asked what determines eligibility for freelreduced
lunch. Vandenberg and Anthony replied that it is determined by household income. Vandenberg noted
that there may also be some people who are eligible but do not apply.
Rackis said that public housing families also fall into those two schools because of the east/west division
of the attendance areas for the schools. Also, though tract 18 has a high number of freelreduced lunch
students, it also has a high number of owner-occupied units. He inquired what happens if the percentage
of freelreduced matches the percentage of owner-occupied units? Vandenberg replied that could indicate
there is not a strong correlation between freeJreduced and assisted housing.
Hayek asked Vandenberg to elaborate on her suggestion about a different approach to utilizing the
freelreduced information. Vandenberg answered that the Taskforce could ask other assisted housing
programs to supply the same sort of information that was submitted by the ICHA. It probably would not
work for the Housing Choice Voucher program, because it is a large program and the addresses change
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continually. Anthony added that he thought the data for that particular program showed that it is scattered
already. Vandenberg concurred, and continued by explaining that the idea is to find out what schools
children in the different housing programs attend. For this type of analysis, a certain date or period would
need to be selected, since where households reside is always changing.
Clausen asked for more of an explanation. Is the question how many children are in these units?
Vandenberg answered that this approach would look at the number of children. There would also be
some children however, for example through Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship's units, who would
not qualify for freelreduced lunch. Just because there are students present in these households it doesn't
mean they are on freelreduced lunch. However, there may be issues with other agencies' ability to
release the information. Also, some housing areas such as Pheasant Ridge would have a head count of
the number of children living there, though no specific information on the number of students on the
freelreduced lunch program.
Anthony said that in regards to drawing a connection between schools and assisted housing, a lot of data
appears to be unavailable. He suggested that the Taskforce set aside the issues of schools for the
moment and focus on other issues concerning concentrations of assisted housing. Anciaux and Hayek
agreed.
Anciaux asked if all the assisted housing is rental. Rackis replied that there are different types of assisted
housing in the city. Vouchers can be used in owner programs and a few are, but primarily they are used
in private-market rentals.
Anciaux noted in regards to the physical assisted housing inventory and the number of assisted housing
rental units in tracts 4, 14, 18, 21, and 105, though some of the numbers appear small, looking at the
percentage of total units might be helpful. In tract 4, 25% of rental units are assisted, in tract 14, 20.7%
are assisted, 18 has 16.3% assisted, 21 has 20.4% assisted, and 105 has 22.2% assisted. Can any
conclusions be drawn regarding those areas?
Hayek said factoring out elderly and disabled housing was discussed at the last meeting. Stutsman added
factoring out student housing. Leff agreed, adding that even though married students can have children in
the schools, it is temporary poverty rather than generational poverty.
Clausen said she is uncomfortable with factoring out students. Factoring out elderly is fine, since most
elderly do not have young children to care for. However, students and disabled do have children. Anciaux
noted that some elderly do have young children, for example the individual at the public hearing that is
caring for her grandchildren and also does foster care. Anthony said he does not want to factor out
elderly, because they use many city services.
Vandenberg said that one reason to factor out elderlyldisabled is because housing for these groups does
not face the same neighborhood resistance. Neighborhoods do not organize to keep out the elderly the
way they do to keep out family housing. Anciaux and Stutsman disagreed. Rackis noted that there has
been resistance to Systems Unlimited housing in the past and that is for persons with disabilities. Clausen
suggested all groups should be left in consideration. Stutsman agreed, saying the Taskforce report could
specify that the numbers include elderly, disabled, and student housing.
Clausen pointed out that in tract 21 on the inventory, the only assisted housing appeared to be Capitol
House. Hayek noted that is all elderly.
Rackis said that when looking at the percentage of assisted housing units in tract 18, it is only 1 %.
Anciaux agreed the percentage is low if looking at all units. However, since the voucher program is
primarily a rental program and the other city funded projects are mostly rental, he suggested looking only
at the total number of rental units in each tract and how many rental units are devoted to assisted
housing. Rackis noted that there is also a low income housing tax credit project in tract 18, which serves
a low-income population.
Hayek said that even setting aside the issue of factoring in or out certain populations, this method of
looking at the data has identified or targeted five tracts, which begins to narrow the discussion down on
what is a concentration. Anthony added that some sort of rationale would need to be developed to explain
why a particular percentage of assisted housing was used as the cutoff point.
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Stutsman asked what a reasonable number may be. Vandenberg suggested using a percentage that is
twice the 7.4% city average as the benchmark number, which would be approximately 15%. A Taskforce
member said that they thought this number was a federal standard for desegregation in the 1970's. A
school with a minority enrollment of more than twice the city average needed to desegregate. Leff noted
that was why Coralville Central had to change its enrollment.
Hayek said that any threshold is arbitrary, and if it involves terms that are relative to a specific community,
some rationale needs to support the decision. Stutsman said that Vandenberg's rationale seems
reasonable and would allow consistency. Vandenberg noted that the schools with an enrollment of twice
the district average in freelreduced lunch programs are the ones that are really struggling.
Anciaux said that Iowa City does not appear to have a problem with poverty according to federal
government standards. Does the Taskforce want to make a recommendation of a goal not to go over a
certain percentage of assisted housing in each tract, in order to prevent a problem from developing a
poverty issue in the future?
Anthony said that though there are no federal guidelines about assisted housing, there are guidelines
about concentrated poverty levels. There are areas in Iowa City with concentrated poverty levels by
federal standards. Anciaux asked if those areas of concentrated poverty were student populations. Some
disagreement about this was expressed by the members of the Taskforce, though Hayek noted that
student populations do impact those numbers.
Vandenberg added that if the numbers are broken down into block areas, things are different than looking
at whole census tracts. Anthony agreed, but noted that federal guidelines are defined according to census
tracts. Hayek asked if federal standards should be used as criteria in the discussion. Anthony replied that
if the goal is to reduce concentrations of poverty, then federal guidelines should be used.
Clausen said that areas with concentrated poverty are tracts 4, 11, and 16, but only tract 4 falls within the
other guideline the Taskforce had discussed. Anthony added that tracts 16 and 11, which both have
concentrated poverty levels, are being left out. Clausen noted that is because they do not have a lot of
assisted housing. Hayek replied that an argument based on student needs in those areas could be
applied.
Stutsman noted that though federal guidelines are a good place to start, the standards for Iowa City need
to be individualized because issues like this are up to localities to determine. Also, tracts 11 and 16 are
both primarily student housing. Anthony added that federal guidelines for poverty and lowering
concentrations of assisted housing are separate issues.
Anciaux said that in tract 16, though there are a high number of assisted housing units, they only
comprise 3.4% of the total units. Hayek replied that tract 16 has several multi-family high-rise apartments
primarily occupied by students. Stutsman suggested looking at numbers and not percentages. Clausen
replied that looking at the percentage indicates there is not a concentration of assisted housing in tract
16, and if scattering is the goal, tract 16 may be able to take on more assisted housing. Anciaux
suggested that tract 16 may have a higher housing cost than other areas, but Clausen replied that
information in another chart indicated it does not.
Stutsman said that there is only a difference of nine units in the numbers of assisted housing in tracts 14
and 16, but the difference in percentage is large. Anciaux agreed, noting that reflects the difference in the
number of rental units. Clausen noted that tract 4 is not in poverty, though 11, 16, and 21 are. Tract 21 is
down town Iowa City.
Rackis said that in tract 21, in the Section 8 project-based facility for elderlyldisabled, the tenants
generally cannot pay more than 30% of their gross income on rent. The units are all based on fair-market
rent. Everyone there is on a fixed income, so those units affect the poverty level in the area, in addition to
the students.
Vandenberg noted Table 2 shows the percentage of all assisted units in each tract. The table does not
note the number of rental units, just the percent of assisted housing in the tract. Stutsman suggested
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looking at tracts that appear in all of the charts, such as tracts 4 and 18. Anciaux replied that in tract 18, if
all occupied units are included, the percentage of assisted housing is only 6.9%.
Stutsman asked if the Taskforce is any closer to a definition. Hayek replied that he thought it is as
different criteria are being considered individually, and then examined to see what the information shows.
Anthony agreed, noting that no matter what numbers the Taskforce uses, they must have a rationale.
Though school needs might be a good rationale, the lack of data from that area makes developing one
difficult, so looking at other areas may be more useful at this time.
Rackis said that identifying differences in neighborhood density may also be a subset. He added that he
has some concerns with the data that may be explained because of a high number of single-family units
versus high numbers of multi-family units. For example, tract 4 has Pheasant Ridge and some dense
elderly housing as well which is why the percentage of assisted units is so high and the overall density of
the tract is low.
Vandenberg agreed that density is an important consideration, and noted that Table 2 may help with that
question. Looking at only rental units may be too specific. Anthony pointed out that rental units have
higher turnover and less stability, while owner-occupied units are more stable.
Hayek brought up mobility data. Vandenberg said that data is available from the Broadway study, the
county, and the schools. Is there any other information that can be used for this discussion point?
Anthony asked if everyone had seen the Broadway study. Hayek replied that a summary is in the packet,
and Vandenberg added that she has the entire study for those who wish to have it. Clausen asked when
Broadway talked to the Taskforce. Vandenberg replied they presented in June, though she handed out
the study summary later.
Hayek said that the school district is concerned with mobility rates, but does the Taskforce think it is
generally a matter to consider? Anthony replied it is only an issue if it can be linked to assisted housing,
because that is the only area of influence for the Taskforce. If mobility in assisted housing versus other
housing is unknown, then it should not be considered.
Hayek asked if mobility data is available in respect to assisted housing, and asked Rackis if the data
supplied includes turnover information. Rackis replied that HUD measures movers, but it is not geared
specifically towards mobility. That is, the data does not distinguish whether people move within the city or
elsewhere within a service area.
Vandenberg noted that mobility is often an indicator of the quality of life in the neighborhood. Even among
areas of assisted housing, there are different levels of satisfaction. People are more likely to move if they
are dissatisfied with their neighborhoods. It would be interesting to ask people who currently live in
assisted housing if they like where they live.
Clausen asked how long would "a long time" be, in relation to living in a neighborhood. Many people
move every 1-2 years. Vandenberg replied more than a year. Rackis added that the Section 8 tenants
often move yearly in August, along with much of the rest of the population in the city.
Anciaux asked about the numbers of assisted housing and where they are located. Clausen replied that
she had written the tract numbers next to the unit numbers, and gave Anciaux the information.
Vandenberg added that the information is in the minutes from the last meeting as well.
Hayek presented input from Peterson, who was unable to attend the meeting, to consider in the definition
of concentration. She would focus on the number of assisted units, rental versus owner-occupied, the
types of assisted housing, percentage of the whole and how it compares to the rest of the city, and
poverty rates and gradations of poverty (as defining low income as 80% or less of median income is not
specific enough).
Vandenberg reported from the Broadway study summary that a little more than half of the respondents
had lived there less than a year and the same number planned to stay there less than a year. Anthony
asked if the study was from assisted housing or the neighborhood as a whole. Vandenberg replied it was
the whole neighborhood.
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Hayek asked about other discussion points from the list, such as crime, property values, and cohesion.
Stutsman asked if those should be defined as outcomes of concentration. Hayek replied they are things
that the Taskforce had suggested might work into a definition of concentration, and warranted more
discussion. Clausen asked about the location of services, because groups put housing where there is
access to services.
Anthony asked if having a concentration of services is good or bad. Vandenberg replied that it can be a
good thing, because it puts the service where the people who need it are located. The answer to the
question also depends on the transportation system. Anciaux noted that the articles in the reference
packet present opposing views, though that may be partly because the areas discussed in the research
articles are larger than Iowa City.
Vandenberg noted that she was surprised that the discussion about the location and assisted housing
appears to be a national trend, according to the articles. Anthony added that the other areas are usually
starting from a far more negative position in regards to poverty, crime rates, and other issues than we are
facing in Iowa City.
Anciaux said that regarding crime rate data, he is curious how many crimes are in a quadrant when the
assisted housing is factored out. Nasby replied that the data on the map show incidences, not where the
perpetrator lived. Stutsman added that retail areas have high incident rates. Vandenberg and Clausen
agreed that the crime information will not add very much to the discussion. Rackis noted that the crimes
are concentrated around retail areas.
Stutsman said that with the crime data, the only way to gather useful information would be to have
information on the person charged and the severity of the charge, for example assault versus shoplifting.
Hayek agreed that the data are of limited assistance, although they could be examined in regards to
where police service is going.
Clausen asked if services were built where assisted housing was located, or if assisted housing was built
where services were located. Stutsman replied that the Dept of Human Services in Eastdale Mall was put
there because of accessibility to Broadway and other neighborhoods in the area. Vandenberg said that
the neighborhood center on Broadway was started because of Cedar Wood. Anthony asked if scattering
assisted housing would cause more community centers to be built around the city. Vandenberg replied
that though more neighborhood centers would be great there is the issue whether it is more cost-effective
to have one neighborhood center with a cluster of housing.
Vandenberg noted in an article from the Gazette included in the packet, that from June 21 through August
22, 11.5% of the City's 229 police calls for burglary, theft, vehicle theft, and assault came from Broadway,
Taylor, and Hollywood areas. Stutsman said that if that could be related to the more serious crimes, it
might be more helpful. This might fall under the effects of concentrations of assisted housing.
Vandenberg went on to read that this rate is the same for three streets dominated by students, South
Johnson, South Dodge, and College.
Vandenberg asked how the Gazette was able to get such specific information. Hayek answered that the
data is for short periods of time. Nasby added that data is only gathered on a very small number of
specific codes, as reported by the police department on a regular basis. Vandenberg noted that the thrust
of the article was that a few high-crime areas tarnish a whole neighborhood.
Stutsman reported that she talked to Pat White about gathering more crime information, specifically about
charges assigned to a person. However, gathering the data would be very time- and labor-intensive.
Anthony noted also that crime data should be used carefully, especially as it ties to assisted housing,
because neighborhoods do not want to increase their crime rates.
Stutsman asked if the policy recommendation is to concentrate assisted housing because of proximity of
services, would that include a recommendation to add more resources? Vandenberg replied that the
Taskforce should have thoughtful consideration in the policy recommendation for those at the very needy
end of the spectrum, who need many services. Complementary services should be recommended, and
transportation has not even been touched upon yet.
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Anthony agreed that transportation could be a large impediment to low-income families in regards to
getting to work. Clausen said that one of the individuals at the public hearing said they get a job where
they live, rather than the other way around. Vandenberg noted that there are areas of housing that don't
have employment opportunities nearby. Rackis said that people often live in the Broadway area because
if they don't have transportation, they can still walk to the grocery and other stores.
Hayek said that transportation may be an argument for the beneficial impact of concentration.
Vandenberg said that putting housing near entry-level employment areas would be beneficial. Stutsman
suggested that if that is the case assisted housing perhaps should be built near the Coral Ridge Mall as
they have a large number of entry-level jobs.
Anthony noted that transportation is also a large issue among the elderly. Anciaux asked about the
SEATS program for the elderly. Hayek noted that some elderly feel under serviced in terms of
transportation assistance. according to a recent Housing Commission meeting where that comment was
raised. Stutsman added that transportation has always been a concern that never gets addressed,
whether a person drives or not.
Vandenberg agreed that there is a need for more transportation services, even on a regional level to
include the outlying communities. Stutsman noted that the more affordable housing is located in the
outlying areas, which aren't accessible to people without transportation. That may be another point
against scattering housing.
Anthony suggested that if the policy suggestion from the Taskforce is to increase the availability of
assisted housing, then Section 8 families may not congregate near Broadway or in Pheasant Ridge.
Stutsman suggested starting with the recommendations and working backwards towards a rationale.
Vandenberg noted that she would like to have the policy be positively stated. Stutsman agreed.
Rackis said that Section 8 recipients do not necessarily congregate near Broadway or at Pheasant Ridge.
Anthony answered that he meant all public housing, not just Section 8. Rackis added that in the county
overall of the 1300 vouchers, about 800 vouchers are in Iowa City limits, 250 in Coralville, 70 in North
Liberty, and a scattering in other communities. The percentages of the Section 8 participants tend to
mirror the county population as a whole.
Vandenberg asked if the Taskforce can decide what to do about the census tract information being
discussed earlier. Hayek replied that he believes the Taskforce made a lot of progress in narrowing down
the list of discussion points to eight items. He suggested that two or three people meet to flesh out the
new list, and email it out to the Taskforce to consider for the next meeting. Also. he asked that all the
Taskforce members look at the data against the discussion list and find out where the points of the list are
supported or disproved in order to begin making a case. He would like to generate the definition of
concentration at the next meeting
Clausen said she would like to get more information on the gradations of poverty.
Vandenberg asked if there is information in the packet about where jobs are located. Clausen replied that
there was information in the original packet. Stutsman asked what Vandenberg means. Vandenberg
replied that she has anecdotal information about people taking two or three busses to work. In an ideal
situation, more assisted housing would be near employment areas as well as services.
Stutsman noted the Iowa City Community Profile 2003 in the reference section provides some of this
information, though it does not give the information according to census tract. It lists major employers in
the city. Hayek confirmed that it gives primary employers. Clausen replied yes.
Hayek asked where that information fits in with the task at hand. Stutsman replied that it gives information
about where employers are located. Rackis added that The University of Iowa is the largest employer in
the county, and it also employs the largest percentage of people in the Section 8 program. The school
district is the second largest employer in the county. Hayek noted that the University employs as many
people as the top 25 private employers combined.
Rackis added that other major employers include Oral-B, Proctor and Gamble, and ACT. The problem is
that most jobs for people with a high school diploma are being created in Coralville. Stutsman asked
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about manufacturing companies near Heinz Road. Rackis confirmed that Lear and some construction
companies are located in that area.
Hayek said that while finding out about the location of employers may help while developing
recommendations, it doesn't help with the question of concentration. Vandenberg agreed, but added that
she is interested in what the community is hoping to achieve in terms of where affordable housing is
located. She would rather look at it positively than negatively.
Stutsman asked when the next meeting is. Hayek replied December 6, and asked Anthony to assist with
working on the new list of discussion points before the next meeting. Anthony declined, adding that he
has many commitments coming up and hesitates to agree and then not be able to meet. Hayek
suggested that he email a document to Anthony for review, and Anthony agreed.
Leff and Vandenberg volunteered to meet with Hayek to look at the list. Nasby noted that four participants
would constitute a quorum of the committee and would need to be an official meeting. Hayek noted that
Anthony will not be present at the meeting, though he will email the finished list to Anthony for his review.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Taskforce, Anciaux moved to adjourn. Stutsman
seconded, and the motion passed uncontested. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 pm.
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MINUTES PRELIMINARY
IOWA CITY PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE ~
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2004, 3:30 P.M.
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL
Members Present: Barbara Camillo, Charles Felling, Rick Fosse, James Hemsley, Mark Seabold,
Terry Trueblood, Emily Walsh
Staff Present: Karin Franklin, Marcia Klingaman
Visitors: David McGraw
Call to Order
Felling called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m.
Public discussion of anv item not on the aqenda
No items were presented for discussion by the committee members.
Consideration of the Minutes of November 1 , 2004 Meetino
Walsh asked for clarification that the Benton Hill Park archway supports were not mass-manufactured;
this was confirmed. Errors were noted on pp. 1 and 3; Hickory Hill Park was changed to Benton Hill Park
on p. 1 and 7th Street Bridge was changed to Summit Street Bridge on p. 3. Felling said the minutes were
very thorough.
MOTION: Fosse moved to accept the minutes as revised. Seabold seconded, and the motion was passed
unanimously.
Recommendation to Council
Politically Purple, a sculpture by Jerry Cowger of Waterloo was recommended for the Iowa Sculptor's
Showcase for display from June 2005 to June 2006 by a vote of 7-0.
Review and selection of artist for 2005 Iowa Sculptor's Showcase
Klingaman said there are four proposals for consideration for the Showcase and asked if the committee
members would like to look over the proposals or view the slides first. The committee members agreed to
view the slides first.
Gene Anderson: 'The Muse."
Chris Burd did not submit a specific piece, but sent slides of several of his current works using coiled clay.
His proposal involved a bronze coil piece similar to those displayed.
Jerry Cowger: "Politically Purple."
Dennis Swanson: 'The Ruin of Artifice."
Walsh asked if "Ruin of Artifice" indicated the angle from which it would be best viewed. Klingaman
answered that the artist included a suggestion on where the "lens" could be located near the planter on
the Pedestrian Mall. Seabold said the piece is interesting and engaging. Franklin noted it is difficult to see
what the lens is showing. Walsh agreed that a picture of the lens with a piece of paper behind it would be
helpful. Camillo noted it is a very elaborate, realistic representation of the image of a ruin.
Walsh asked if this might be seen as a political statement since the ruin is of Babylon (Baghdad). Franklin
replied that one would have to have knowledge of the details surrounding the subject, though someone
may know enough details in Iowa City. Felling noted the artist said the piece represented an "important
and timely subject." Franklin said though it is provocative, she is not sure what it or the artist is saying.
Walsh suggested that it has to do with the destruction and rebuilding of civilizations. Felling added that
most pieces are political in some way.
Seabold said the Cowger piece is interesting. Franklin said it could be political if it was blue on one side
and red on the other, with purple edges. No view of the back of the piece is shown. Walsh said it looked
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like the pieces could fit together if bent, like a puzzle. Klingaman remarked that Cowger is not a trained
artist, though Franklin added he has taken classes.
When viewing the Surd slides, Klingaman noted that the piece would be similar to the ones shown.
Camillo said she liked the detail in the pieces. Walsh said the surface treatment of the pieces was unique.
Franklin suggested it looked like the holes in the pieces opened into empty space. Seabold agreed,
saying the pieces looked like they were made of coiled clay.
Fosse asked for confirmation that the piece chosen at the meeting is for the yearly rotating sculpture.
Felling replied that is correct. Felling asked when the piece would be installed. Franklin replied in June
during Arts Festival.
After reviewing the proposals, Felling asked for positive and negative comments on each one. Seabold
said he likes Anderson's work, and noted he wants to keep things fresh and interesting in relation to what
is already on display. He would like a piece with more impact. Walsh noted that Anderson's piece is
inviting, something a person would like to touch and examine. Hemsley added that it is very plain, and
does not stand out.
Camillo said she is very taken with Cowger's piece. It has a real presence and it is attention catching.
Klingaman said that piece has humor. Walsh agreed, noting that it is more light-hearted than the current
piece. Seabold also agreed, saying that piece switches gears from the current display.
Hemsley said he likes the Swanson piece, that it is very creative. Walsh noted that it is an interactive
piece, which makes sense in the Pedestrian Mall. Seabold said he thinks it would get lost in the
surroundings. He liked it, but it lacks presence and prominence, and the scale seems too small. Walsh
suggested putting the piece somewhere the landscape is less busy, which would help with viewing
through the lens as well. Franklin suggested not planting flowers around it. Walsh agreed it might not be
the right piece for this setting.
Felling asked for feedback on the Surd piece. Walsh said it is similar to Anderson's in the sense that it is
figurative, but in a very different way. Anderson's is very simple, while Surd's is ornamented. Felling
added that it has personality. Walsh said that changing materials from ceramic to bronze might not work
as well for the piece. Fosse said he likes the fact that the piece can be appreciated on different levels,
both from a distance and up close. Walsh suggested that children would like the piece because of the
open spaces and the detailing. Hemsley said that the Surd piece makes sense for the setting.
Hemsley asked for confirmation that the expense for this project is paid by the artist. Franklin replied that
the expense for this consists of a $500 honorarium, and a place to display the piece. Klingaman added
that there is also a plaque with the artist's name, and offering the piece for sale as appropriate.
Walsh asked how big "Angel" is. Klingaman said she guesses the piece is approximately eight feet tall.
Camillo added that the figure itself is not tall, but with the base it stands higher.
Franklin asked if the group would like to rank the pieces in order of preference. The committee members
agreed. Three ranked Surd as their first preference, while four ranked Cowger as first. Seabold said that
Surd was his second choice, and said he liked the contrast between the current piece and the Cowger.
Fosse said Cowger was his second choice, but suggested the setting might be better for the Surd piece.
The Cowger piece may be better by the Library, while the Surd piece may be suited to a more earthy
setting. Camillo said that conversely that the Cowger piece would be very dramatic, and it makes a visual
statement. Felling agreed that the piece might look better next to a tall building, given its height.
Seabold asked if the location is permanent. Franklin replied yes. Fosse said the pad would be upgraded
this spring anyway; now it would not hold such a large piece.
Seabold suggested children would like the Surd piece more. Franklin said it would be interactive, because
of the holes. Trueblood noted that the holes in the piece might attract bees. Walsh suggested that mesh
could be put behind the holes to discourage bees.
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Trueblood said he likes .the Cowger piece, and that it is the most different from what is currently
downtown. It would indicate that the same type of thing wouldn't be going into that space all the time. He
also noted that we could all use some whimsy. Felling suggested switching "Ties That Bind" with the
piece, putting the Cowger piece around the corner next to the larger buildings. Klingaman replied that
'Ties That Bind" is not right for the Sculptor's Showcase arrangement since it is a permanent acquisition.
Seabold said he is not tied to a particular artist and would switch his vote. Walsh said she would vote for
Burd if he had a sample of his work in bronze but was concerned about how it would work in bronze.
Felling noted that Burd worked on the Weber statue located in the Pedestrian Mall, which is bronze.
Seabold noted that there is a lot of bronze art downtown already.
Seabold suggested that "Ruin of Artifice" would be a good piece by the river. Walsh agreed that piece
needs the right location. Camillo added that she liked the concept, but did not find the actual piece as
interesting as the others. It did not have the feel of a ruin. Felling said he would like to see the actual
piece.
MOTION: Camillo moved to recommend the piece "Politically Purple" for the Artist Showcase in 2005.
Trueblood seconded and the motion was passed unanimously.
The committee submitted the recommendation to the City Council that "Politically Purple" by Jerry Cowger
be adopted for the Sculptor's Showcase for 2005.
Discussion of use of public art funds for FY05 for park proiects
Trueblood reported that he met with two staff, including the Parks Superintendent and the Program
Supervisor in charge of Cultural Arts to discuss the best locations for public art in City parks. They agreed
that almost all parks are good settings for art, depending on the individual piece. The top five parks
selected were Upper City Park, Hunter's Run Park, Iowa City Kickers Soccer Park, South Sycamore
Greenway, and Willow Creek Park. Trueblood indicated the locations of all the suggested parks for the
committee members on the City map on the wall of the conference room.
Trueblood noted that Upper City Park was chosen because Lower City Park already has art and other
activity with the ball fields, tennis courts, and amusement rides. Upper City Park has the pool and a much
more wooded environment
Franklin asked what criteria were used to select the parks. Trueblood replied they are parks that provide
good settings for art, have high traffic so many people will see the pieces, and also geographically
selected so as not to concentrate all the art into one part of the city. Chauncey Swan and College Green
parks are examples of high traffic parks that were not selected because they are near downtown, which
already has a high concentration of art
Felling asked what is currently in the Soccer Park. Trueblood replied it is 110+ acres with 17 soccer fields,
a restroom building, and a couple shelters. There are plans for gradual development, especially in the
north end, which has been set aside for parkland and may have a large shelter installed in the future.
Soccer Park has a lot of activity in the spring, summer, and fall, and may be a good place to put a piece
like "Ties That Bind," or a similarly interactive piece.
South Sycamore Greenway is a trail system alongside South Sycamore Street, about 1.5 miles long. It's a
wide greenway and drainage system that may be a good setting for a series of sculptures. The trail goes
all the way to the Soccer Park, and there are plans to extend it through and beyond the park.
Seabold asked where Creekside Park is located. Trueblood indicated its location on the map. Trueblood
added that most parks could handle some sort of art piece, though some locations would have a higher
concern about vandalism than others. Felling asked if Creekside has an interest in art Klingaman replied
that she expects that neighborhood to submit a proposal soon.
Trueblood indicated Ryerson's Woods, south of the county fairgrounds. Seabold asked if there are paths
through that area. Trueblood replied yes, basically all the area consists of is nature trails, though there is
a shelter at the bottom of the trails. That would be a nice setting for the surprise aspect of coming upon
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an unexpected piece. His concern is the number of people who would see it, since it does not get as
much traffic as other parks.
Trueblood continued by saying that Parks and Rec. is receptive to any kind of art, though it would be
good to consider ways to incorporate it into the park aspect, such as on the shelters, park benches, or
signage. Another idea is to put art all along the river corridor trail, though there is a concern about putting
all the pieces where only the trail users would see them. Felling suggested that art along the trails might
encourage more trail use. Hemsley agreed, saying it could be a draw.
Trueblood asked if there were any questions about parks that were not listed. Franklin asked which parks
were identified for new or replacement shelters in the Capital Improvements Program. Trueblood replied
he doesn't know exactly, though it is likely most are replacement shelters planned for City Park.
Felling suggested that unique sign projects like the one for Benton Hill Park could be done for all the
parks. Trueblood replied that all the parks currently have signage, but his department has considered
doing unique signs for each park. Trueblood also noted that the Peninsula Park was not included in the
list because there are projects already underway for it, such as the rotating sculpture.
Hemsley asked what kind of art should be considered for the park shelters. Trueblood replied the shelters
are mostly open-air with a roof. He suggested incorporating artwork into the columns, such as metal,
stone, or carved wood. Other possibilities include doing a floor project such as a mosaic, or a facade for
the shelter with artwork on it. Fosse noted that stained concrete is gaining in popularity, and is durable.
Trueblood said there was some concern about defacing any artwork on the shelters. If the beams are
wooden carvings, other people could carve into it as well.
Felling asked if the committee would like to keep this item as an ongoing agenda item. Franklin said the
Committee needs to reach a point of focus on a specific project at some point soon. Felling suggested the
committee look at the locations and generate some ideas. Trueblood added that a field trip might be in
order as the process gets closer to a decision.
Hemsley asked what the committee should be bringing to the next meeting, whether it should be an idea,
a suggested artist, or something else. What is the next step? Trueblood replied that the project should be
fit into the committee's agenda for continued discussion. Franklin added that after taking current projects
into consideration, the committee still has $50K to spend, which was the reason for this discussion. Other
projects, such as the Benton Hill Park and Peninsula Park projects are underway and don't need any
further input from the committee at this time.
Camillo asked for an update on the alley project. Franklin replied that the committee had decided to let
the cleanup go forward before pursuing the project. Fosse added that the committee had also decided to
move away from downtown and concentrate on other areas of the City.
Felling asked the committee if they would like to go forward with the parks project. The committee
members expressed general agreement. Felling asked if a motion is needed. Franklin replied a motion is
not required until a specific project is being recommended.
Franklin suggested the committee members go to the parks to get a sense of the setting, what is there
now, and think about ways to incorporate art. Trueblood suggested a group field trip. Franklin agreed that
a group trip may be more productive, and suggested scheduling that for the January meeting.
Fosse said he is interested in the art having a practical purpose, such as with the shelter or drinking
fountains. Hemsley noted that the committee shouldn't limit its options to practical aspects. Trueblood
said that an interactive piece similar to playground equipment is also an option.
Franklin confirmed that the committee members would be visiting the parks as a group at the January
meeting. Felling added that if the weather is poor, the meeting will be held at City Hall. The committee
should meet at City Hall and travel from there, and in the meantime think about ideas.
Hemsley asked what the timeline is for the project. Franklin explained the process, saying that the
committee would make a recommendation to pursue this as a project and put out a call for proposals. The
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Council approves the concept of having something in a particular park, as well as the ideas framed in the
request for proposals. The committee should have a clear idea of how the funds will be spent by July 1,
and she would like to have the RFP out in March, if possible.
Trueblood noted that there will be a second art piece in the Benton Hill Park, which the Park
Superintendent ordered to be made. It possibly could be put on the Public Art inventory. Seabold asked
when it would be installed. Trueblood replied installation will be in the spring, but will not interfere with the
archway.
Discussion of public input ideas
Seabold expressed continued interest in organizing an event to be held during Arts Festival in the
summer. He would like to do something inexpensive and temporary in the alleys to raise awareness of
public art. Felling asked if Seabold should contact and make arrangements with City personnel for this
project. Franklin replied yes, as the project evolves, in order to resolve questions of the utilization of
public space, access of emergency services, etc.
Klingaman distributed copies of the new Public Art brochure for Iowa City. Felling noted it is strikingly
similar to the one from Ames.
Felling passed materials to the committee that were gathered while at the Imagine Iowa event in Des
Moines in November, including an agenda, the Imagine Iowa goals and vision statement, Waterloo and
Ames public art brochures and public relations pieces, and stories from the Des Moines Register. Felling
invited the committee members to take the materials with them if they want to study them.
Committee time/Public discussion
Felling extended thanks to Camillo for her tenure on the committee, and noted that Walsh has applied to
continue on for another term. He asked if Camillo will still be available for consultation, and she replied
she would be. Franklin noted that Camillo can now submit pieces for consideration.
Trueblood asked when the new committee member will be known. Franklin replied next week. Seabold
asked how the appointee is decided, and Franklin replied it is a City Council decision.
Adiournment
There being no further business to come before the Committee, Hemsley moved to adjourn and Seabold
seconded. The meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m.
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Barbara Camillo 01/01/05 0 X X X X X OlE X X NM X OlE X X
Charles Felliu2 01/01/06 X X X X X X OlE X X NM X X X X
Rick Fosse X X 0 X OlE X X X X NM X OlE X X
James Hemsley 01/01/06 0 0 X X OlE OlE OlE OlE X NM X X X X
Mark Seabold 01/01/07 X X 0 X X X X X X NM X X X X
Terry Trueblood X X X X X OlE X OlE X NM X X X X
Emily Carter Walsh 01/01/05 0 X X X X X X X X NM X X OlE X
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MINUTES DRAFT
CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION
MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2004-7:45 AM
HARV A T HALL, CITY HALL
Members Present: Kevin Werner, Andy Chappell, Karen Kubby, Penny Davidsen (on
speakerphone), Naomi Novick, Vicki Lensing, Nate Green, Lynn Rowat, and William
Sueppel, Chair
Staff Present: Marian Karr, Eleanor Dilkes
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Sueppel called the meeting to order at 7:45 AM.
MEETING SCHEDULE
Sueppel asked all nine members of the Commission be available for final decisions on the
Charter review process. After discussion, the meeting schedule was set up as follows:
January 6, 2005, 3:30 PM - Charter Review meeting
January 13,2005,7:00 PM - Public Hearing
January 14,2005,7:30 AM - 9:00 AM - Charter Review meeting
January 18,2005, 7:00 PM - present Charter Review Commission summary and
recommendations to the City Council at formal meeting.
Dilkes noted that Novick had given her a copy of the Charter with some miscellaneous
corrections, but that she would like to wait until after the meeting on January 6th, where
the Commission will be making some decisions, before she updates their redline version
of the Charter.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Kubby moved to adjourn; seconded by Chappell. The meeting
adjourned at 8:05 AM.
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CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2004 -7:00 AM
HARV AT HALL, CITY HALL
Members Present: Kevin Werner, Andy Chappell, Karen Kubby, Penny Davidsen (on
speakerphone), Naomi Novick, Vicki Lensing, and William Sueppel, Chair
Members Absent: Nate Green, Lynn Rowat
Staff Present: Marian Karr, Eleanor Dilkes
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Sueppel called the meeting to order at 7:05 AM.
APPROVE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 22. and DECEMBER L 2004
MOTION: Kubby moved to accept the minutes of November 22, 2004, as
submitted; seconded by Chappell. Motion carried 7-0 (Green, Rowat absent).
MOTION: Novick moved to accept the minutes of December 1, 2004, as submitted
(discussion to follow); seconded by Kubby. Motion carried 7-0 (Green, Rowat
absent).
Novick questioned Page 3, the second paragraph, where her presentation at the
community process is noted. She questioned the last bulleted item, and stated that she
feels the way it is written up, it sounds like a "conclusion." She also questioned the
notation to neighborhood associations and their role in the community. Chappell stated
that he was fine with these general descriptions of what their group brought up. After a
brief discussion among the members, Novick agreed to keep the minutes as written.
PUBLIC COMMENT
SueppeJ noted that the members had received a Jetter from Carol deProsse; another from
John Neff; and one from Jay Honohan as well.
MOTION: Kubby moved to accept correspondence; seconded by Chappell. Motion
carried 7-0 (Green, Rowat absent).
Sueppel recognized two visitors at the meeting. John McDonald introduced himself to
the Commission. He stated he would submit his ideas in writing. The other visitor was a
reporter from the U of!. Kubby noted that John was the Chair ofthe last Charter Review
Commission.
REVIEW DECEMBER 1 COMMUNITY PROCESS SESSION
Davidsen asked for a brief summary from one of the members on how they felt the public
process went on December 1. Sueppel stated that he has had very positive feedback on
the type of meeting they had, and he thanked Kubby for her persistence in having this
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December 8, 2004
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format. Kubby noted that one comment that really intrigued her was made by John
Balmer, where he stated he would be "disenfranchised" if he was not able to vote for all
of the districts.
REVIEW CHARTER
Sueppel noted that with both Green and Rowat absent, he would be reJuctant to make any
final decisions today. He asked the members how they felt about this. It was decided
that the members would just discuss today, and would hold off on making any specific
decisions untiJ all nine members are present. Karr noted that the January 20 date, for the
next public hearing, is the same night as the Chamber's Annual Dinner.
The first issue to be discussed was whether the voters should elect the mayor, or stay as is
- elected by the other members of the council. He asked the members for their
discussions on the strong mayor versus weak mayor concept. Discussion continued on
the powers of the mayor, and whether or not these powers should change, and also the
perceptions of these powers. Sueppel stated that perhaps the Commission should send a
report to the City Council, outlining some of the concerns the public has voiced in this
area. Novick stated that a comment made by John Neff struck her as unusual, in that he
states that the city manager position has too much power, and that it is due in part to the
city counciJ allowing it. Davidsen stated that if these types of things are occurring, she
would like to see specific incidents to show this. Sueppel then asked each member to
give their view on whether or not they wish to pursue a change to the mayoral position -
how elected. The majority of members, Davidsen, Novick, Werner, Lensing, and
SueppeJ, were not interested in pursuing a change in this area. Chappell and Kubby were
both for a directly elected mayor, by the voters. The issue of term limits was raised, as
well. It was decided that this issue wouJd be brought up at a later discussion, after the
members discuss the three main issues at hand.
The second and third issues, number of representatives elected at large and number of
representatives elected by district. Currently it is 4 at-large and 3 district seats. Lensing
noted that her group, at the 12/1 public discussion, was for a 4 district/3 at-large split on
city council members. (TAPE ENDS) Kubby noted the topic of voter confusion, and she
feels this is an important issue. She feels they should "un-confuse" the system so the
citizens can understand how their council members are elected. Sueppel stated that the
question, as he sees it, is, "Are we comfortable as a Commission, at this stage, with
saying let's keep the 3 /4 representation, but let's have those 3 elected within their
district?" This, he states, is a potential next step for a Commission to look at. Sueppel
then noted for the record that Caroline Dieterle also showed up for public comments, and
he stated that he would like to give her a chance to speak once their discussion is done.
Discussion continued with Werner stating that his group at the public session also noted
voter confusion and the need for more education. Novick stated that she would have to
reconsider the choice ofthe mayor if the district representatives were elected by district
only. She stated that an at-large representative, eJected by the entire city, should be the
only one eligible to be the mayor. Davidsen stated that this goes back to the Jeadership
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December 8, 2004
Page 3
topic, and she feels that good Jeadership is key. Novick further stated that she would
really like to keep the nomination by district an election at-large. Chappell stated that
this then begs the question of whether or not the mayor is then really one among equals.
Lensing noted that she does not think it's a power issue, but a perception of
representation. Sueppel asked the two people present for public comment if they would
like to speak. John McDonald stated that he was interested in listening to the discussion
today, but would submit in writing any issues he has, or will attend the next Commission
meeting.
Caroline Dieterle gave the Commission members some history on City government and
some of the major issues from past years. She asked the members to think seriously
about making some changes, and to not leave things as they are right now.
Sueppel then asked the members to give feedback and opinions on the representative
issue. Chappell stated he is for the 4 at large/3 district seats, with pure districts, and he
wants to think further about the mayoral issue. Novick stated that she would like to do
some further reading before she makes a decision. Davidsen stated that she is still for the
4 at large/3 district seats, and will reconsider the true district representation. Kubby
stated that she is for the 4 at large/3 district seats, being true districts, and as for the
mayoral issue, she would prefer a directly elected mayor but would like to also do some
further reading on this. Lensing stated that she has even more questions now, and she
asked members for some clarification on the issues. Werner stated he is for the 4 at
large/3 district seats, but he still has questions about true districts and the election of the
mayor. Sueppel stated that the vast majority of people he has talked with say to not elect
the mayor at-large, as it would cause conflict within the City. He said he still questions
adding a 4th district. Lensing further stated that her group at the public session brought
up the issue of compensation for CounciJ members, and considering the work load and
time spent, she feels this is a topic they may want to think about as they make their final
decisions. Dieterle addressed the members again, asking them to consider a retention
vote for the City Manager position, as this is the seat of power within the City. (TAPE
ENDS) Sueppel noted that on the December 1 minutes, page 4 at the bottom, the word
"deludes" should be "dilutes." He also questioned the latest redline version of the
Charter, stating that under Section 2.05, they had decided to make the one long sentence
into two separate sentences. He also questioned Section 7.03 A for clarification.
MEETING SCHEDULE
The members quickly discussed the meeting schedule. The next meeting will be on
Monday, December 13. Karr will contact Green and Rowat and make sure they can
attend this meeting. She will let the members know if the time of the meeting will be
7:00 AM or not.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Kubby moved to adjourn; seconded by Chappell. The meeting
adjourned at 9:05 AM.
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SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 16, 2004
ROOM G09/8 - SENIOR CENTER
Call to Order: Meeting called to order at 2:05 PM.
Members Present: Lori Benz, Jo Hensch 2:15 arrival, Jay Honohan,
Betty Kelly, Sarah Maiers left at 3:10, and Nancy
Wombacher.
Members absent: Charity Rowley
Staff Present: Michelle Buhman, Linda Kopping, and Julie Seal.
Others Present: Betty McKray.
Recommendations to Council:
None.
Approval of Minutes:
Motion: To approve the minutes from the October 19, 2004 meeting as distributed.
Motion carried on a vote of 6-0. Kelly/Maiers
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
None
SPACE COMMITTEE REPORT ON EXPANDED USE OF THE BUIDING- Kopping
The committee met and decided not to relocate any activities at this time, however the
committee plans to continue evaluating space to maximize use. The Railroad Club has
developed a plan to work on their projects outside of the Center.
The Senior Center goal setting session will help to determine the direction of the Center
for the next three years which will aid the space committee in developing a
comprehensive plan for use of the building. During the discussion pertaining to the goal
setting, the commission decided to hold a series of goal setting sessions in order to
evaluate the Senior Center's strengths and weaknesses and changes in the
environment. The commission will begin the process at the December meeting by
reviewing the Senior Center's strategic plan. Kopping will provide commissioners with
additional information to use during the evaluation phase.
The Commission will set aside some time during the next commission meeting to
discuss the evaluation process. The staff will meet with the Participant, Volunteer and
Program Advisory Committees to gather input in the evaluation process. After the initial
evaluation is completed, further study of the center will come from participants in the
form of focus groups and surveys.
PROMOTION COMMITTEE REPORT - Hensch
The Committee evaluated promotional letters inviting University of Iowa faculty and staff
retirees to join to the Senior Center. The committee is in process of creating a
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promotional flyer. Once the committee has developed a draft it will be brought to the
commission for review.
UPDATE ON 28 E AGREEMENT DISCUSSION - Honohan
Honohan and Kopping met with Councilors Bailey and Elliot and Board of Supervisors
member Neuzil to discuss creating a 28E Agreement between the City of Iowa City and
Johnson County. Neuzil appeared to be in favor of a three-year commitment however he
did not give a formal commitment. The Board will discuss this matter at future meetings
and should have a response for the Commission at the January 2005 meeting.
REPORT ON HUGHES BEQUEST - Honohan
Eleanor Hughes gifted a large amount of money from her estate. A committee comprised
of Kelly, Honohan and Rowley will meet to discuss how to recognize the Hughes
bequest and develop a plan to recognize future bequests of this size.
SENIOR CENTER UPDATE·
Operations- Kopping
Kopping distributed copies of the proposed budget for FY06. Kopping reviewed the
budget with the Commission. The next step in the budget process is for the City
Manager to review and revise if necessary. The final step in the process is to go to City
Council for review, revision and eventual approval.
Motion: To accept the budget as distributed. The motion carried on a vote of 6-0.
Hensch/Maiers.
Kopping reported that the repairs to the water damaged areas of the building are nearing
completion. Work has been delayed due to backorder wallpaper and supplies.
As discussed earlier in the meeting Kopping is in the process of gathering information to
be used in the evaluation process.
The promotional letters inviting University of Iowa retirees to join the Center will be
mailed once the Winter Program Guide is available.
The Winter Program Guide has a new cover. A pencil drawing of the building will be
used and if enjoyed the drawing will be used on future covers with some modifications to
reflect the changing seasons. Kopping encouraged commissioners to provide staff with
feedback on the program guide's cover and content.
Programs scheduled in the Assembly Room with a starting time of 1 :30 have caused
problems due to the need to set-up for the program before people are finished eating
lunch. Kopping would like to retain flexibility in scheduling programs in the Assembly
Room at the same time provide a positive eating environment for dinners. In order to
accomplish this Kopping asked Commissioners to review this issue and provide staff
with a recommendation at the next commission meeting.
Programs - Seal
Seal distributed a copy of programs scheduled for December. For a complete listing of
programs see the Winter Program Guide.
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Volunteers - Rogusky
Rogusky was not available to give a report.
Membership Fundraising Report - Buhman
Buhman reported collecting $14,262 during the first four months of FY05.
COMMISSION DISCUSSION-
Kelly will write the report of the Senior Center web page, Benz will give a report to the
City Council, and Honohan will provide a report for the Board of Supervisors.
Motion: To adjourn. Kelly/Benz. Motion carried on a vote of 5-0.
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Senior Center Commission
Attendance Record
Year 2004
Name Term 1/20 2/17 3/16 4/20 4/30 5/10 6/22 7/20 8/17 9/21
Expires
Lori Benz 12/31/05 X X O/E X X X X X X X
Jo Hensch 12/31/06 X X X X X X X X O/E X
Jay Honohan 12/31/04 X X X X X X X X X X
Betty Kelly 12/31/04 X X X X X X X X O/E X
Sarah Maier 12/31/06 X X X X X O/E X X O/E O/E
Charity Rowley 12/31/05 X X X X X X X X X X
Nancy 12/31/06 O/E O/E X X X X X X X X
Wombacher
Name Term 10/16 11/16 12/21
Expires
Lori Benz 12/31/05 X X
Jo Hensch 12/31/06 X X
Jay Honohan 12/31/04 O/E X
Betty Kelly 12/31/04 X X
Sarah Maier 12/31/06 X X
Charity Rowley 12/31/05 X O/E
Nancy 12/31/06 X X
Wombacher
Key: X = Present
O = Absent
O/E= Absent/Excused
NM = No meeting
-- = Not a member