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September 25, 1998
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SEPTEMBER 29 WORK SESSION ITEM ~
Release: Joint Meeting - University of Iowa Student Senate and City Council of
Iowa City
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Meeting Schedule and Tentative Work Session Agendas
Memorandum from City Manager: Parking Ramp Cash Registers
Memorandum from City Manager: Use of Bicycles in Public Parks
Letter from City Manager to Steven Nelson: Sandusky Drive Storm Sewer
Improvements Project
Letter from Assistant City Manager to Patricia Payton (Walden Court Owners'
Association): Response to August 24 Letter, Miscellaneous Concerns
Memorandum from City Clerk: September 8 Council Work Session
Memorandum from City Clerk: Council Meeting Schedule for Remainder of 1998
Memorandum from JCCOG Transportation Planner to Coralville Mayor and City
Council: Proposed First Amendment to the 28E Agreement between Coralville
and Iowa City Regarding Annexations and Extraterritorial Review of
Subdivision Plats
Memorandum from Housing and Community Development Commission: Housing
(Board and Commission Applications)
Market Analysis
Housing and Community Development Commission Items
Letter from Fire Chief to John Rummelhart: Weather Alert Siren
Release:
Agenda:
Informati on
Parking Violations
September 24 JC Board of Supervisors
for joint meeting with University
Student Senate.
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Marian K. Karr
City Clerk
356-5041
CITY OF I0WA CITY
JOINT MEETING
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA STUDENT SENATE
AND
CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY
On Tuesday, September 29, 1998, there will be a meeting of the University of Iowa
Student Senate and the City Council of Iowa City. A social half hour is scheduled at 6:30
p.m. with the meeting from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Richey Ballroom on the third floor of
the Iowa Memorial Union.
Members of both bodies will break into small groups and discuss:
1. lighting issues, University and city policies on lighting, dark areas needing
improvement, etc.
2. police issues, crime rates, gangs, attutudes of studemnts towards police and police
attitudes toward students and the Police Citizens Review Board.
3. safe travel issues. Safe walk/ride programs, bus schedules, and pedestrian safety.
Senators will act as the facilitators and reporters for each of the groups. The public is
welcome.
410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240-1826 , (319) 356-5000 FAX (319)356-5009
City Council Meeting Schedule and sep,..~ 2~. ,9,,
Tentative Work Session Agendas
Meeting dates/times subject to change
September 29
6:30p
SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Joint Meeting with University Student Senate
6:30p Reception
7:00p Separate agenda
Tuesday
Iowa Memorial Union
October 5
6:30p
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Monday
Council Chambers
October 6
7:00p
FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday
Council Chambers
October 14
6:30p
SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION
City Hall Day
Wednesday
Coralville City Hall
October 19
6:30p
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Monday
Council Chambers
Ioctober 20
7:00p
FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday
Council Chambers
J October 27
6:00p
SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Capital Improvement Program
Tuesday
Council Chambers
FUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS
Circus and Rodeo Permit Regulations
Sidewalk Cafes
South Gilbert Street Corridor
Highland Avenue Traffic Calming
South Gilbert Street Corridor
Sales Tax
Nonconforming Use Regulations
North End Parking
Chutes and Vaults
Water Project Update
Deer Management
Sanitary Sewer Repair - New Policy Update
Hickory Hill West
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: September 21, 1998
To: City Council
From: City Manager
Re: Parking Ramp Cash Registers
The FY99 Budget authorized the purchase of new cash registers for the Capitol Street and
Dubuque Street Ramps and the Linn Street surface lot in the amount of $84,000.
In order to address our concerns for workers compensation injuries last year, we chose to bid
equipment with machine bar-code readable tickets which result in substantially less key entry for
the cashiers. Early estimates indicate that with this new equipment, key entry by our cashiers
can be reduced from 3900 keystrokes per day to 600. The upgrade to bar-coding requires new
entrance ticket spitters which resulted in a total bid of $139,500.
The difference of $55,500 we believe can be justified by the following:
The average medical cost associated with a carpal tunnel injury is $20,000.
Thus far, our Parking Division has one employee who has undergone two carpal tunnel
surgeries and is presently seeking medical care to prevent further aggravation to her hands
and fingers. There is no reason to believe that her condition will improve if she continues to
use the keypunch system. Another employee suffers a physical ailment which is aggravated
by keypunch operations and is under medical surveillance. A third cashier is harmed so
much by keypunch operations that the City's occupational physician ordered her to work no
more than four hours a day.
When calculating the cost of an injury, medical expenses represent "direct costs." The direct
costs are only a fraction of the "real costs" associated with an injury. There are also
expenses associated with lost productivity, overtime payments, training expenses,
supervisor/management time, etc. The National Safety Council estimates that such indirect
costs vary from $1.00 to $3.00 for every dollar of direct cost.
· This newer technology, as well as our injury prevention efforts, will not only create a better,
more efficient work environment, but also "engineer out" a cause of injury.
We are also providing a better communications link connecting the Dubuque Street Ramp
Administrative Office to the Civic Center. This link will be a dedicated data line allowing
improved communication with other City offices. Through this link ramp office personnel will
gain access to City e-mail, Internet e-mail, and will be provided a faster, more reliable method of
transferring the daily parking ticket data to the Civic Center computers for processing. A
number of phone lines currently used to dial-in to the Civic Center can also be eliminated.
I have instructed the Department of Parking & Transit to proceed with these purchases.
cc: Joe Fowler, Director
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
September 21, 1998
City Council
City Manager
Use of Bicycles in Public Parks
You may recall we recently received correspondence concerning animals at large in Hickory Hill
Park as well as complaints concerning bicycles in the park.
Recently our officers were utilizing bicycles in the park in a law enforcement effort and issued
warnings/citations to citizens. The park has a prohibition against the riding of bicycles. As a
practical matter it would be difficult to enforce the animal at large and/or the bicycle prohibition
in the park if our officers were limited to foot patrol only.
In order to address this issue we asked for a legal opinion in order to determine whether the
City's police department/animal control personnel might be permitted to utilize bicycles in the
enforcement of our ordinances in Hickory Hill Park. The legal opinion confirms that we may, and
therefore the Police Department has been advised that they may utilize a bicycle patrol in
Hickory Hill Park. The legal opinion indicates that we may do so in order to fulfill our
responsibilities for law enforcement.
cc: Chief of Police
City Attorney
Director of Parks & Recreation
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September 23, 1998
Steven Nelson
1033 Sandusky Drive
Iowa City, IA 52240
CITY OF I0 WA CITY
Re: Sandusky Drive Storm Sewer Improvements Project
Dear Mr. Nelson:
I am writing in response to your letter to Mayor Lehman dated September 15,1998. The City has
been actively trying to find a remedy for the difficulties caused by storm water in your
neighborhood and for your property.
In 1997, MMS developed a project. The project would have reduced the impact of storm water
in the backyards of the homes along Sandusky drive. The project was presented to the
neighborhood and the neighborhood determined that the construction project would be too
disruptive. The City Council received this input and directed staff to seek a solution that would
not disturb the existing conditions in the backyards along the over land path of storm water.
As your letter indicates the City's consultant has very nearly completed his work. Upon receiving
the consultant's final documentation, the City's engineering staff will be meeting with you. The
focus of the meeting will explore what can be done on your lot and perhaps to the structure of
your home to help reduce the impact of storm water.
This process has been a long process. There is no easy fix. I am hopeful that a solution for
storm water problems of your home will be found that will satisfy both your needs and the
concerns of your neighbors. Please feel free to call Rick Fosse, our City Engineer, for updates.
Sincerely,
City Manager
cc: City Council
Rick Fosse, PE
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410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET * IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240-1826 * (319) 3~6-.~000 · FAX (319) 356-5009
September 25, 1998
Patricia Payton, President
Walden Court Owners' Association
2428 Walden Court
Iowa City, IA 52246
CITY OF I0 WA CITY
Dear Ms. Payton:
I have been asked to respond to your letter of August 24 regarding numerous issues of
ownership and maintenance in the area near Walden Court Condominiums. I have discussed
these matters with various City staff persons and I appreciate the opportunity to help provide
some clarification for you. I will address each item in the order presented in your letter.
The City Superintendent of Parks and Forestry, Terry Robinson, had consulted with Russ
Bennet, the County's prairie expert, who noted that the area is average or slightly above for
its three year development. Mr. Bennet had pointed out several varieties of weeds and trees
that needed to be removed before they matured. This would greatly help the development of
the area next year as the varieties Burr Dock, Sour Dock, and Thistle are quite aggressive
and would compete with the prairie. This work was done by the Mayor's Youth Group on
June 17. The material was left on the parking at Rohret Road and picked up on June 26. On
Thursday, September 24 Parks and Forest staff went through the area and removed the
Horseweed and Cockle Bur that had become quite prominent. There are no noticeable
Thistle at this time. Terry Robinson has received three unsolicited comments about the
attractive flowers in the area.
Animal Control Division staff have offered a couple of suggestions to help you cope with the
wildlife problem. The first thing that you can do is place pinwheels (you can find these at any
department store) either in the ground or in the plants. This will scare away the animals that
are approaching an area "off limits" to them. Another thing this does is create ground
vibrations from the stick which scares away any animals that are moving in that direction
underground (e.g., moles, groundhogs, chipmunks).
Another deterrent that has been found to work well is pet hair in your garden or flower beds.
This leads an animal to believe that there is another animal that lives at this residence and it
is not going to be safe for them to be around. You can usually get the pet hair from a
grooming salon. If you call them and ask if they can give you a bag of hair that they are
going to throw out most will be glad to help. All you need to do is place the hair in the flower
bed or garden and the animals will pick up on the smell and decide to go elsewhere.
If you have any other questions please call the Animal Shelter at 356-5295. Any of the
officers at the shelter will help you.
Terry Robinson is the person to whom you spoke regarding the mowing. There may have
been some misunderstanding at that time. Terry advises that it continues to be the intent of
the City to mow that area along Mormon Trek and Rohret Road that is immediately adjacent
to the prairie. Our mowing schedule was, unfortuhately, severely interrupted during all of
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July due to the emergency cleanup necessitated by the June 29 storm. Mr. Robinson's
suggestion that you call if you thought the area was missed or was not mowed frequently
enough was not meant to suggest that we would wait to mow this area only upon receiving
such a call. Nevertheless, I hope you would not hesitate to call if you believe the area has
been unduly neglected.
The gully area should have been attended to along with the clearing of weeds, etc. in the
prairie area as indicated in #1 above.
The Traffic Engineering staff has reviewed this matter and it appears that there is now very
little parking along the entrance to Walden Court. If the problem redevelops, a sign reading
"No Parking Here To Comer" will be installed and any other necessary parking restrictions
will be recommended.
The easement area to the west of the Walden Court condominiums is owned by Braverman
Development or their successors. There is a 100 foot wide gas line easement over this area,
Responsibility for maintenance of the property rests with Braverman Development or their
successors. The City may, if appropriate, cite the property owner under the weed ordinance.
Although a pedestrian walkway/bicycle path was planned for this area at one time, this path
has been removed from all plans due to the steepness of the topography. An alternative
path is contemplated just south of Walden Place with development of the vacant lot there.
The City has no plans to fence this property. Fencing by the Walden Court Owners
Association is not advised at this time since the sidewalk on the north property line of
Walden Court is a public walkway (see item #8).
The City and the Planning Department are aware of the erosion and storm water runoff
concerns of the Walden Court residents. This was brought to our attention most recently
when development plans were being considered for Walden Woods, Part 8, the lot
immediately north of Walden Court. It is not the intention of the City to "trust the Owner" to
be responsible for erosion control and storm water detention. Through the development
review process, the developer will be required to catch the storm water and convey that
water around Walden Court. In the development plan referred to above (which was
ultimately tabled), 18 inch berms were proposed with a system of beehive intakes to catch
the storm water and take it through a piping system west into the easement area west of
Walden Court. The City also has a ,development regulation specialist on staff now who pays
particular attention to the environmental issues related to development. She and the Soil
Conservation Service work closely with developers on erosion control and storm water
management plans. Any future development to the North of Walden Court will be subject to
the scrutiny of this staff person and the attention we will give to the erosion and storm water
issues during the development process.
The sidewalk on the north side of the Walden Court condominiums is owned by the
association and was granted as a public walkway easement during the platting of Walden
Court. The intention at that time was to provide a walkway between Mormon Trek Boulevard
and development as it would proceed to the west of Walden Court. This is also the reason
that a sidewalk was initially proposed in the easement area west of Walden Court. At a later
date, the developer, Mace Braverman, and the City agreed that the walkway on the
easement area west of Walden Court was too steep to be practical. It was agreed at that
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time that Braverman Development would continue the sidewalk along Walden Road to
provide access for the Walden Wood residents to Mormon Trek Boulevard and that with the
development of the lot north of Walden Court a public walkway would be designed into the
project along the north property line of that lot. Once the walkway is in place on the lot north
of Walden Court, it may be wise to vacate the public walkway easement through the Walden
Court Condorniniums.
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The sidewalk just north of the prairie area is the responsibility of Walden Court
Condominiums. It appears you were misinformed and we will ensure that all Parks Division
staff are made aware. Perhaps there would be interest in having this sidewalk removed as
there is now a parallel walkway along the relocated Rohret Road.
10. The Bradford Pear trees you refer to are the City's trees. Normally, adjacent property
owners care for trees on the public right-of-way but the City assumes responsibility for major
trimming and ultimate removal as necessary. Removal was delayed due to the extensive
tree damage from the storm of June 29 and the time needed to complete cleanup efforts
City-wide. The stumps have been cut flush with the ground and they are scheduled to be
removed by November 30, 1998. Terry Robinson is looking at the possibility of replacing
these trees with a more suitable species. If they are replaced, it will not be done before next
spring.
11.
The excavation you refer to was done by U.S. West and they should have repaired it
sooner. Any future occurrence of this type should be promptly reported to the City
Engineer's office. We have placed this location on a list of similar areas where U.S. West
must complete restoration of the site before any new excavation permits will be issued to
them.
I hope that I have sufficiently clarified these matters for you, and I regret any past confusion or
misunderstandings that have occurred. Please feel free to contact me, Terry Robinson, or other
staff members you feel may be of assistance in the future.
Sincerely, ~,
Assistant City Manager
cc: City Council
Stephen J. Atkins, City Manager
Chuck Schmadeke, Public Works Director
Karin Franklin, Director of Planning and Community Development
Terry Robinson, Superintendent of Parks and Forestry
Misha Goodman-Herbst, Animal Control Supervisor
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COURT OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Patricia Peyton, President
2428 Walden Court
Iowa City, Iowa
Jeannette Fitzpatrick, Vice-President
Ruth Calloway, Secretary-Treasurer
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
Iowa City, IA 52240
To Whom It May Concern:
August 24,1998
As President of Walden Court Owners Association, I am requesting written clarification as to Ownership and
responsibility for areas within and/or adjoining our Condominium borders. When various Board members in the
past contacted the City to obtain information, interpretation of verbal definition/explanations have not always
seemed consistent.
In July of this year, the City called me to bring attention to some evergreen branches overhanging the sidewalk
along Mormon Trek Road. I indicated that day we' d already contracted for their trimming It was an opportunity
time to mention some other issues, which I'd like to expand on here, for clarification or comment on the following
#1
WILDFLOWER/PRAIRIE SITE. When Rohret Road was relocated to align with Cae Drive at the
Mormon Trek intersection, a new green space was created along the southern border of Walden Court
Condominiums. Other properties bordering Rohret Road were sodded with grass.
Walden Court Owners were advised that this green space bordering our property would be planted with
prairie grass and wildflowers, and within three years should be "beautiful". Three years later, after planting
this area south of Walden Court, it presents an unattractive appearance as we approach our homes. There
are thistles, accumulated trash, tall weeds, patches of clay mud with no growth of any kind, and for a few
weeks, a smattering of blooms. In late July, the City had a crew of young people remove some tall thistles
and pile them on the parking area, where the dying weed pile was left to rot in the sun for more than two
weeks. Our lawns have been plagued with many more thistles during the past two seasons. How many
thistles and weeds will go to seed in our lawns? Our weed control costs have definitely increased
In !ate July, when the first wildflowers finally began to bloom among the weeds, cars parked on our
entry street while drivers gathered the flowers. This not only hampers the re-seeding of the flowers the
City planted, but it leaves only the weeds and thistles to thrive and multiply.
#2
"CRITTERS". This 3-yr-old natural "prairie site" and the hillside north of us now provide a
haven or City Refuge for what seems like hundreds of rabbits. The aggravation of increasing numbers of
critters being forced to relocate is no doubt related in part to the construction of new apaxtments, which are
being built south of Rohret Road. Entire rabbit "families" feasted on the cafeteria of plantings within
Walden Court patios this summer. (It's not unusual to have 5 or 6 rabbits at once on my patio.)
Walden Court now has more than its share of displaced groundhogs, possum, rabbits and ground squirrels,
many of which have attempted to relocate to "new digs" within this "prairie site" and also beneath our
patios or foundations. Trapping is costly to ~ done; the cost to us for trapping a single groundhog is
$100. Can you offer any suggestions or recommendations regarding ctitter control?
MOWING. At the time the City called me about the evergreens, I took the opportunity to mention we had
been paying our lawn care service provider to mow the City' s parking area along Mormon Trek and also
Rohret Road because the grass had been tall, weedy, and untouched. I was advised we should stop mowing
and mid we should call the City when it needed attention. When appearance continued to be an issue, I
again became concerned because one of our residents took it upon himself to mow the City' s property and
gather the blowing trash that collected in the tall weeds.
GULLY. The gully on City property to the south of Walden Court's property line contains gall weeds that
intrude on our lawns, and contains dead and broken tree limbs. For the residents whose view faces Rohret
Road, it' s not pleasant to look out and see weeds and trash.
Regarding Items #1-4: Walden Court residents would like to know that City' s commitment and future action steps
to improve maintenance of their "prairie and wildflower area '. Walden Court' s residents' preference would be to
have this restored to a green grass area, as initially requested and as was done along the rest of Rohret Road, rather
than a county ditch
INTERSECTION SAFETY ISSUES. Non-residents find this short street quite "convenient" to use for
parking especially as the large housing development builds up in Mormon Trek Xrillage. We observe more
drivers parking on this street stub and then crossing the street south. Occasionally, cars have been left
parked by owners for several days, or vehicles have parked on both sides of the entrance to Walden Court
homes, permitting a single vehicle, with an obstructed view of passing traffic, to enter or leave. The hazard
is greater in winter because the entry to Walden Court is at a low spot and is frequently icy or snow packed
from snow pushed by City snowplow blacks as they clear Rohret Road.
We would like for the City to post a regulation "No Parking from Here to Corner" sign where the City
property meets the beginning of Walden Court's privvate street. Ilumination of a sign at the City' s property
line should lessen the hazard and ensure a clear field of vision as drivers enter and exit Walden Court.
Easement Area west of us, between Walden Woods and Walden Court Condominiums. Who owns
this area ? Does this easement belong to the City or to an individual? Whose responsibility is it to mainlain
this area, and to what extent? Is there some way that the maintenance of this area with its tall weeds, fallen
trees and broken limbs could be improved and/or cleaned up? lt's difficult to keep our lawns mowed and
attractive as these weeds and broken limbs continue to spread onto Walden Court property. The storm of
June 29th added greatly to the cleanup we had to pay for, but appearance is still pretty bad.
One of the Walden Court residents indicated he heard that a bicycle path is to be pot through the west
easement area. If so, will this path be fenced to minimize the number of people who are presently walking
(and biking and jogging) between our homes and through our yards? Should we consider fencing7
Hillside Property North and Bordering Walden Court. Shortly after I moved here eleven years ago,
this hillside of trees that once held the soil on that hillside. When it rained, huge quantifies of muddy clay
silt eroded and came down the hill~ eventually entering through some of our homes' foundations and
invading the interior of homes. Carpets were cleaned~ some had to be replaced. It required legal
intervention before we could prevail upon that property' s owner to build a trench that would facilitate
better drainage and alleviate the ongoing damage to our homes and property. While thig hillside is now
held by the weedy growth (no gross) the erosion has built up the soil level at the foundations of our homes
on the north side of Walden Court' s property. We are at a point where we vAIl have to have some of this
additional soil buildup removed. If and when construction begins on this hi!lside, the resulting water and
mud once again can and likely will enter our homes' interiors. When we atUmded the City Council meeting
to discuss the proposed building and rezoning, they assured us that we should trust the Owner to be
responsible to not let this happen again. However, if trust were to be built on our past experience, we have
little. Before further building on that site is approved and occurs. I wished to bring this to the attention of
the City Planning Department Is there any action that either we or the City should take now?
Clarification of Sidewalk Ownership along Walden Conrt's north property line. The City clearly
stated to me a year ago (when I made a personal inquiry) that this sidewalk is Walden Court' s private
property. My personal inquiry to the City a year ago indicated that this sidewalk was Walden Court' s
property. The adjacent property owners have mown a path down the hill to Walden Court' s property,
using the adjoining easement along our west property line to plant a small fenced "garden", and for access
to the sidewalk along the north side of Walden Court
This sidewalk is accessed by the "mowed path" and used frequently by bikers, walkers, strollers, joggers,
m-line skaters, coaster wagons, etc. Walden Court Association' s Insmer discussed with the Board, the risk
of being liable if someone were injured while crossing our property and recommended pulling in a Private
Property sign as a step in the right direction. Using our yards as an extended playground and throughway
seems to be an increasingly common occurrence.
Sidewalk at south property line of Walden Court to Mormon Trek, just north of the "prairie" area.
It is our understanding that once Rohret Road was relocated and a new walk put in, Walden Court would be
responsible for the sidewalk maintenance, shoveling etc. But in July when discussing mowing the City
Parks Division advised me that this sidewalk remains the City 's responsibility. We have been paying our
lawn service provider to get the sidewalk edged, shoveled, and the ground south of the sidewalk mowed,
fertilized, weeded etc. Could we have written clarification?
#10
#11
Bradford Pear Trees Storm Damage and Ownership of the South sidewalk within property fine:
The Jane 29th storm took down nearly every one of these trees. We paid to have one fallen tree removed
immediately because it blocked the Mormon Trek sidewalk While preparing to hire the cutting and
removal of the remaining trees lost due to the storm, a Board member checked with the City to verify
ownership of the Bradford Pear trees (most residents thought Walden Court owned the trees). We were
told to leave these trees alone; that the City owns the trees and will see to their removal. We were patient
while the sidewalk remained blocked for a month with dying trees on the lawn. The stumps remain, now
creating a mowing hazarct All these years, Walden Court has paid to have these trees fertilized, mulched
and pruned. Please clarify Walden Court' s responsibility for these trees. including replanting. etc.
One Last Item. For a year there was a gaping hole and large muddy area in the paxking along Mormon
Trek bordering the southeast comer of our property, east of the "prairie" area. The sidewalk was
blochaded during that entire time. Residents often expressed questions and concem while walking along
there. It was never clear to us exactly what was supposed to be done there or why it was left open so long.
Although the hole was finally filled and leveled late spring. no sod or grass was replaced Comments
Thank you for taking time to get through the letter. I would appreciate a reply to these items that I can
share with our residents at our next meeting. New board members will be elected in six weeks, and it
would be helpful to have these items clarified.
Walden Court Owners Association
Copies to:
City Parks and Hanning
City Council
Walden Court Records Book
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
September 24, 1998
Mayor and City Council
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Council Work Session, September 8, 1998 - 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers
Council: Lehman, Champion, Kubby, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef.
Staff: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Dilkes, Franklin, Davidson
Tapes: Reel 98-99, all; Reel 98-100, all; Reel 98-101, all.
PLANNING AND ZONING Reel 98-99, Side 1
Planning and Community Development Director Franklin presented the following Planning and
Zoning items for discussion:
A. MOTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 22 ON AN ORDINANCE
CHANGING THF ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 22 ACRES FROM
MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RFSIDENTIAL (RS-8) TO LOW DENSITY SINGLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE SUMMIT STREET
HISTORIC DISTRICT. (REZ98-0010).
B. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF AN
APPROXIMATE 4.000 SQUARE FOOT PROPERTY LOCATED AT 114 WRIGHT STREET
FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-2) TO PLANNED HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (PRM).
C. ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 9.27
ACRES FROM LOW DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5) TO SENSITIVE
AREAS OVERLAY/MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (OSA-8) TO ALLOW A 72-UNIT
RESIDFNTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF
TAFT SPEEDWAY WEST OF DUBUQUF STREET. (REZ98-0009) (FIRST
CONSIDFRATION)
Franklin stated the applicant has requested deferral of this item for two weeks because of
negotiations at another site.
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF PRAIRIE MEADOW PART 2. A 16
ACRE. 7-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 2140 PRAIRIE DU CHIEN
ROAD IN JOHNSON COUNTY. (SUB98-0018)
Franklin stated the applicant has requested a two week deferral of this item to resolve
easement issues.
Council Work Session
September 8, 1998
Page 2
E. RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES
FIRST ADDITION. A 10.82 ACRE 21-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT
THE WEST TERMINUS OF PHOENIX DRIVE. (SUB98-0011)
City Attorney Dilkes responded to zoning and subdivision questions.
F. RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF A RESUBDIVISION
OF LOT 53 OF WALDEN HILLS. AN 8.33 ACRE. 4-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION
LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF ROHRET ROAD AND SHANNON DRIVE.
(SUB98-0019)
G. MOTION TO FORWARD A LETTER TO THE JOHNSON COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS RECOMMENDING THAT A REQUEST TO REZONE 15.0 ACRES OF
PROPERTY FROM RURAL (A1) TO PLANNED COMMERCIAL (CP-2). FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF INTERSTATE-80. WEST OF ITS
INTERCHANGE WITH HERBERT HOOVER HIGHWAY. BE DENIED. (CZ9836)
H. RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR PLANNING & ZONING AND
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICATIONS.
Thornberry requested information about Coralville's schedule of fees for Planning & Zoning
and Board of Adjustment applications.
AGENDA ITEMS Reel 98-99, Side 1
(Agenda #10 Landfill Scale House and Recycle Center) In response to Norton, a council
majority agreed to defer the resolution for architectural services for the Iowa City Landfill scale
house and recycle canter. City Manager Atkins stated he will prepare information and schedule
a work session discussion.
COLLEGE STREET TRAFFIC CALMING Reel 98-99, Side 1
Traffic Engineer Ripley summarized the proposed College Street traffic calming options.
Council majority directed Traffic Engineer Ripley to re-survey area residents regarding traffic
calming options in the College Street and Washington Street/Summit Street area.
Staff Action: Calculate lost parking spaces, re-survey neighborhood residents and bring
back to Council regardless of response rate (Ripley),
SOUTH GILBERT STREET CORRIDOR Reel 98-99, Side 2
Assistant Planning and Community Development Director Davidson and Stanley Consultant's
Tom Stout summarized South Gilbert Street Corridor study.
Davidson stated he will prepare additional information about Alternatives #1 & #3. Lehman
asked staff to take a minor look at Alternative #4. Champion requested a copy of Iowa City's
Arterial Street Plan.
Staff Action: Follow-up information will be presented for discussion at the October 5
work session (Davidson).
Council Work Session
September 8, 1998
Page 3
IOWA AVENUE PARKING GARAGE Reel 98-100, Side 1
Kevin Monson, Neumann Monson PC Architects, presented Iowa Avenue Parking Garage
preliminary design and cost estimates. Council majority directed City Manager Atkins to
proceed.
Staff Action: Staff will prepare a more detailed financial proposal (Arkins).
PENINSULA RFQ Reel 98-100, Side 2
Planning and Community Developer Franklin summarized Peninsula RFQ process and time
table. Council majority directed Franklin to proceed with the Peninsula RFQ process. Kubby
asked Franklin to include "public input" in the RFQ.
Staff Action: The RFQ was amended as directed and mailed to prospective developers
(Franklin).
NCS - NFW JOBS AND INCOME PROGRAM Reel 98-101, Side 1
(Agenda Item #9) Community Development Coordinator Schoon presented information about
the NCS-New Jobs and Income Program. A council majority stated their support for the NCS-
New Jobs and Income Program application.
HOLIDAY LIGHTS/DTA Reel 98-101, Side 1
Discussion deferred for two weeks.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE Reel 98-101, Side 1
Discussion deferred for two weeks.
APPOINTMENTS Reel 98-101, Side 1
Housing and Community Development Commission - Readvertise, appoint October 6.
Historic Preservation Commission - Linda Shope
SEATS Committee - Reaffirmed Norton & O'Donnell
JCCOG Transportation Committee- Appointment after 9/16 Joint meeting.
COUNCIL AGENDA/COUNCII TIME Reel 98-101, Side 1
(Consent Calendar 3f(9) Addition) In response to Champion, City Manager Atkins stated he will
direct staff to research Rummelhart's September 2, 1998 request to relocate a weather alert
siren.
Adjourned: 10:40 p.m.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
RE:
September 25, 1998
Mayor and City Council
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Council Meeting Schedule for Remainder of 1998
SEPTEMBER
Tuesday, 29, Special Work Session/Joint meeting with University of Iowa
Student Senate, 6:30 PM, Richey Ballroom, Iowa Memorial Union
OCTOBER
Monday, 5, Work Session, 6:30 PM
Tuesday, 6, Formal
* *Wednesday, 14, Special Work Session/City Hall Day, Coralville City Hall
Monday, 19, Work Session, 6:30 PM
Tuesday, 20, Formal
Tuesday, 27, Special Work Session/CIP, 6:00-10:00 PM
Wednesday, 28, Special Work Session/City Councils of Iowa City, Coralville,
North Liberty; School Board, Johnson County Supervisors, 4:00 PM,
Place to be determined
Monday,
Tuesday,
NOVEMBER
2, Work Session, 6:30 PM
3, Formal
Monday, 16, Work Session, 6:30 PM
Tuesday, 17, Formal
Monday, 30, Work Session, 6:30 PM
* * Special work session if quorum attends
2
DECEMBER
Tuesday, 1, Formal
Monday, 14, Work Session, 6:30 PM
Tuesday, 15, Formal (Board & Commission recognition 6:30 PM)
Monday, 28, Work Session, CANCELLED
Tuesday, 29, Formal, CANCELLED
Return to regular schedule on Monday, January 11, 1999.
All meetings are set to begin at 7:00 p.m. unless noted. The above schedule
is subject to change by Council,
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Johnson County Council of nments
410 E Washington St Dvv~CiN ~ ~2240
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
September 24, 1998
Mayor and City Council, City of Coralville
Jeff Davidson, Transportation Planner ~
Proposed First Amendment to the 28E Agreement between Coralville and Iowa
City regarding annexations and extraterritorial review of subdivision plats
At the September 22, 1998 meeting of the Iowa City City Council, they considered the first
amendment to the 28E Agreement between Coralville and Iowa City regarding future
annexations and extraterritorial review of subdivision plats. The proposed first amendment was
approved by the Coralville City Council on July 14, 1998. Prior to voting on the proposed
amendment, a majority of the Iowa City City Council indicated they were not willing to give up
their existing review authority in the two-mile extraterritorial area between Coralville and Iowa
City. They were willing to accept the expansion of Coralville's long range growth boundary to
Dubuque Street, but they were not willing to relinquish control of review authority which they
currently have under the existing agreement in the area east of Dubuque Street.
Prior to voting on the proposal, an amendment was made to retain Iowa City's extraterritorial
review jurisdiction in the entire Area A. The amendment passed unanimously, and the
subsequent vote on the amended agreement also passed unanimously.
The Iowa City City Council asked me to forward the amended agreement to you for
consideration, and asked me to indicate to you that they see their modifications as not
diminishing Coralville's review authority. In fact, the agreement they approved expands
Coralville's review authority to Dubuque Street. the Iowa City City Council sees their action as
retaining their current review authority in the area east of Dubuque Street. I would also point out
that the agreement does not prohibit Coralville's annexing property in Area A which is under
Iowa City's review authority. If this occurs, the agreement must be renegotiated between
Coralville and Iowa City.
Would you please consider this matter at your next City Council meeting. If the agreement as
passed by Iowa City is unacceptable to Coralville, would you please contact me and I can
arrange a meeting for both sides to discuss the issue further. The existing agreement between
Coralville and Iowa City has been voided by the Barrington Heights annexation which occurred
in Iowa City's extraterritorial review area.
Please contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
cc: Kelly Hayworth
City of Iowa City
Johnson County Board of Supervisors
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
From:
Re:
September 18, 1998
City Council
Housing and Community Development Commission
Housing Market Analysis
On June 15, Maxfield Research Group presented the Housing Market Analysis
for the Iowa City Urban Area to City Council and to the Housing and Community
Development Commission (HCDC). This document provides a comprehensive,
long-term measurement of housing issues and market gaps in Iowa City.
From the HCDC standpoint, the report will be helpful in evaluating projects
applying for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, HOME funds
and other housing resources. HCDC will be looking for projects that address
unmet housing needs in Iowa City. Based on the information in the report, three
types of housing projects will receive higher consideration by the HCDC and they
are as follows:
Projects that target and develop new rental housing for families below
50% of median income.
2. Projects that address the housing needs of the eldedy.
Projects that increase homeownership opportunities for families at 80%
and below median income.
Projects in these three categories will address some of the current housing
shortages in Iowa City. We are excited about the opportunity to work with the
Council and implement housing strategies that will serve the target populations
identified in the Housing Market Analysis.
City Council Information Packet September 25, 1998
Item IP11 Housing & Community Development Commission Applications were not
included in this information packet.
The applications can be found on the October 6, 1998 Agenda under items 17a.
and 17b.
Iowa City Fire Depafmlent
Serving With Prkle & Ph, fJtakxmgmn
410 East Washington St.
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
(319) 356-5260
September 22, 1998
Mr. John Rummelhart, Jr.
Contractor's Tool & Supply Co. Inc.
1423 Waterfront Drive
P.O. Box 3108
Iowa City, IA 52244
I have received a copy of your second letter to the City Council regarding the weather alert siren
located near Stevens Drive and Waterfront Drive.
In order to make the siren site functional, the new siren will simply be installed on the existing
pole and connected to the AC power supply. Utilizing the existing infrastructure is a cost-
effective way of restoring the weather alert siren system to a fully operational condition.
As stated in my previous letter, when you have an approved plan for development of your lot,
this site will be re-evaluated. Please address any further correspondence directly to me on this
matter to ensure a prompt reply.
Sincerely,
IOWA CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Andrew J. Rocca
Fire Chief
AJR/bdm
cc: Stephen. J. Atkins, City Manager
MEDIA RELEASE
Parking Violations
September 25, 1998
Beginning Wednesday, September 30, 1998, the City of Iowa City will begin
issuing multiple parking tickets (as often as every two hours) in No Parking
Zones that do not currently have a stated time limit. The zones include - but
are not limited to - No Parking Anytime, Odd-Even parking areas, Here to
Corner and Corner to Here, On the Parking, and Blocking Fire Hydrant. If you
have any questions regarding this change please contact the Parking Division
at 356-5096 or the Iowa City Police Department at 356-5275.
410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET * IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240-1826 * (319) 356-5000 * FAX (319) 356-5009
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
September 24, 1998
FORMAL MEETING
Agenda
1. Call to order 9:00 a.m.
2. Action re: claims
3. Action re: formal minutes of September 17th
4. Action re: payroll authorizations
5. 9:00 a.m. - Public Hearing for the proposed FY '99 budget amendment
a) Action re: Resolution 9-24-98-B2 approving budget amendment.
b) Action re: Resolution 9-24-98-B3 appropriating amounts through
December 31
6. Business from the Planning and Zoning Administrator
a) Action re: application Z9809 of Donald Ballard to correct the legal
description of Ordinance 04-16-98-Z5.
b) Other
7. Business from the County Auditor
a) Action re: permits
b) Action re: reports
c) Other
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8. Business from the County Attorney
a) Discussion/action to adopt resolution re:
deputy/add Clerk II).
b) Action re: amendment to Secondary
agreement.
c) Report re: other items
Recorder's staffing (delete
Roads collective bargaining
9. Business from the Board of Supervisors
a) Action re: Resolution 9-24-98-B1 naming depositories.
b) Action re: Resolution 9-24-98-T1 transferring from the General Basic
to the Capital Expenditures Fund.
c) Action re: designation of December 24th as the floating Christmas
holiday for Board of Supervisors office.
d) Discussion/action re: Proclamation designating September 23, 1998
through September 28, 1998, as Sexual Assault Awareness Week.
e) Action re: 509A Certificate of Compliance.
f) Action re: salary survey, compensation schedule and implementation
Cl'his is to be acted upon after the Department Head meeting).
g) Other
10. ' Adjourn to informal meeting
11.
a) Action re: FY 2000 budget procedures and forms.
b) Inquiries and reports from the public
c) Reports and inquiries from the members of the Board of Supervisors
d) Other
~
1:00 p.m. - Meeting with Department Heads
a) Update/report/discussion of the following: :
· ~
1. Salary survey, compensation schedule and implementation
2. FY 2000 budget instructions
3. Date and time of next meeting
4. Other
12. Adjournment
UISG & City Council
Joint Meeting Agenda
September 29% 7:00-8:30 PM
Wayne Richey Ballroom
Safety
6:30-7:00
7:00-7:15
7:15-8:15
8:15-8:30
Social Time, food and beverages provided by the City Council
Welcome Address
Process Outline
Mayor Lehman
President White
Small Groups
*Safe Travel
*Lighting
*Police/Public Safety Roles and Attitudes
UISG Facilitators
Large Group report
*please report major themes/interesting ideas
UISG
Alexander
Baker
Burnett
Callahan
Chart
Chiesa
Doebay
Erickson
Fering
Joyce
Kruger
Lard
McNamara
O'Keefe
Patel
Petringer
Pohn
Robe
Facilitators
Rudd Tom Chiesa
Shuman Andrew Dorr
Siebke Shawn Murphy
Sorensen Sarah Pettinger
Stoll Justin Pohn
Taustein Abby Rudd
White Scott Shuman
Wolseth Lana Zak
Zak one more
City Council
connie Champion
Karen Kubby
Ernie Lehman
Dee Nodon
Mike O'Donnell
Dean Thornberry
Dee Vanderhoef
Experts
steve Atkins
Joe Fowler
Chuck Green
Dale Helling
Matt Johnson
Phillip Jones
Marion Karr
non Logsden
Belinda Marner
Christie Munson
Dave Rickettes
Doug Ripley
Nadeja Wesley
Tom Widmer
Larry Wilson
RJ Winkelhake
Department
city Manager
Parking/Transit, Director
Public Safety
Assistant City Manager
I.C. Police, Lieutenant
Student Services, V.P.
City Clerk
Transit, Manager
Student Services
Rape Victim Advocacy Program
Parking/Transportation
Traffic Engineer Planner
Safe Walk
I.C. Police, Captain
Facilities Service Group
I.C. Police, Chief
Iowa City, Iowa
RESIDENTIAL STREET LIGHTING POLICY
It has been the City's longstanding policy to provide residential street lighting. It is the intent of
the residential street lighting to provide light for the City's roadways. To accomplish this the City
has routinely placed street lighting at the following three general locations:
1. At the intersection of two streets;
2. The midpoint of blocks longer than 600 feet; and
3. The end of cul-de-sacs.
Lighting at these locations is intended to provide either direct light or background light at the
most likely points of conflicts for vehicular traffic. Also, intersection lighting is to provide direct
light on the road surface for pedestrians crossing the road.
Iowa City leases its residential street lights from MidAmerican Energy (MEC). MidAmerican
Energy has installed street lights at the City's direction. The City pays MEC an annual fee of
$116 per light. The City currently has 2,672 street lights at an annual cost of $310,000. Each
light represents a commitment of 16 years by way of contract with MEC. Taken another way,
each light installed obligates the City to a cost of $1,856 per light.
In addition to the general locations noted above, the City implemented an enhanced lighting
program in the mid 1980's. In the residential areas bounded by the Iowa River, Brown Street,
Governor Street and Kirkwood Avenue, the City directed the installation of additional lights at
the middle of the blocks. These installations placed a street light approximately every 200 feet in
this residential neighborhood.
The City will consider adding additional lights in existing lighted neighborhoods where a resident
feels the need for more light. Upon receipt of a request to the Department of Public Works, the
area is investigated to determine existing street light placement. MEC is contacted to determine
the feasibility of installing an additional light and the electrical service that is necessary at the
suggested additional street light location. The homes around the proposed additional street light
location are invited to comment and make known their preferences for additional light or no
additional light. Past experience has shown that not all residential areas want additional street
lighting. Dudng certain times (notably when trees are dormant) a neighborhood can perceive
that the level of light is too bright. It has been' the City's policy to respond to the majority opinion
in areas that request additional supplemental street lighting.
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For distribution at September 29,
1998 Joint Meeting of I.C. City
Council and U.I. Student Senate.
ff you don't want to walk alone
call
SAFE WALK -
Sunday
through
Thursday
7 PM to
SAFEWALK
is a student-run
volunteer organization
that provides a
campus-wide escort
service for students,
staff, and faculty.
SAFEWALK is funded by
UI Student
Government and is
housed at the
2'30 AM
· Action Center.
Volunteers are always needed call
353-2500 to get involved.
http://www.uiowa.edu/~safewalk
Iowa City Police Citizens Review Board
Established in 1997, the Iowa City Police Citizens Review Board consists of five
members appointed by the City Council. The PCRB has its own administrative assistant
and legal counsel. The PCRB has only limited civil administrative review powers and
has no power or Authority over criminal matters or police discipline. It is not a court of
law and is not intended to substitute for any form'Of legal action against the Police
Department or the City. - - -
The Complaint Review Process
· The PCRB receives a completed citizen complaint form and immediately forwards a
copy to the Police Chief for internal affairs investigation. The Chief completes the
investigation within 30 days and issues a detailed written report that concludes with a
finding that the complaint is "sustained" or "not sustained." The PCRB may extend
the 30-day limit, upon written request.
· Copies of the report are sent to the PCRB and to the complainant, the police officers,
and the City Manager.
· Within 30 days of receipt, the PCRB reviews the Chiefs report and may conduct
additional investigation or request that the Chief do so. The Board issues a written
report that contains detailed findings of fact and a conclusion that explains why and
the extent to which the complaint should be "sustained" or "not sustained." The City
Council may extend the 30-day limit, upon written request.
· Copies of the PCRB's report on the Chiefs investigation are sent to the complainant,
the police officers, the City Manager, and the City Council.
The PCRB may recommend that the Chief reverse his findings if it determines that
they are unsupported by substantial evidence; are unreasonable, arbitrary, or
capricious; or are contrary to Police Department policy or practice, or any federal,
state, or local law.
The PCRB may:
Other PCRB Activities and Responsibilities
Hold public forums and other projects designed to encourage citizens to provide
information, recommendations, and opinions about police policies and practices.
Review police policies and practices and recommend modifications.
For distribution at September 29,
1998 Joint Meeting of I.C. City
Council and U.I. Student Senate.
9/11/98
CRIME REPORTS
from Iowa City Police Department Records
Offense Classification 1995 1996 1997 1998 YTD
Homicide 2 2 I 0
Kidnapping / Abduction 2 3 6 1
Sex Offenses - Forcible 50 53 59 44
Rape ' 16 18 31 26
Other 34 35 28 18
Robbery 40 22 38 25
AssauIt 493 517 499 395
Aggravated 207 257 259 241
Other 286 260 240 154
Arson 15 14 22 14
Burglary (B&E) 478 523 427 321
Larceny / Theft 1922 1956 1655 1048
Shoplifting 362 373 358 213
Theft from Building 476 501 385 251
Theft from Vehicle 531 438 366 215
Other 553 644 546 369
Motor Vehicle Thefts 44 100 91 69
Vandalism 1046 903 899 746
Drug Offenses 162 227 234 230
Bicycle Thefts
(Included Above)
Domestic Arrests
(Included Above)
Public Intoxication Arrests
PAUI_A Arrests
369 428 324 171
98 119 97 92
855 751 1041 838
832 996 1767 1032
For Distribution at September 29, 1998 joint meeting
of the IC City Council and the UI Student Senate
Criminal Street Gang
BASICS
What is a Criminal
Street Gang?
A group of three or more
people who associate
on a regular basis, who
have a common name,
signs, symbols or
colors, and who engage
in a pattem of criminal
activity. Gang
membership is not
illegal in and of itself, it
is the pattern of cdminal
activity that sets cdminal
street gangs apart.
What Are Gang
Signs and
Symbols?
Signs, symbols and
graffiti are a means of
communication.
Symbols formed and
flashed with the fingers
have very specific
meanings to the gang
and are often depicted
in jewelry and tattoos.
The symbols and signs
identify the gang
member and to which
specific group he or she
belongs. For example,
a six-point star, the
number 6, and a
pitchfork are symbols
associated with the
Gangster Disciples.
The Vice Lords use a
five-point star, the
number 5 and a cane as
some of their specific
symbols.
What is Gang
Graffiti?
Usually as gang activity
increases in an area the
occurrences of graffiti
also increase. Gang
graffiti is another means
of communication
between gang members
and rival gangs. Upside
down or crossed out
grafrrti is generally a
threat to a rival gang or
person. Gang graffiti is
NOT artwork and should
be removed as soon as
possible. It is important
that gang graffiti be
reported so that it can
be read and interpreted
for danger signals.
Do Criminal Street
Gangs Exist in
Iowa City?.
The only answer to this
question is YES. There
are a number of known
gang members and their
associates living in the
Iowa City area. There
has been a noticeable
increase in gang activity
over the last five years,
including, but not limited
to, graffitti, sales of crack
cocaine, thefts,
assaults, weapons
offenses and very
recently, two incidents
where shots were fired
from handguns.
How Do We Deal
with Criminal
Street Gangs?
The Iowa City Police
Department has had a
full time gang
investigator since '1993
and has recently formed
a Street Crimes Action
Team to deal with
criminal street gang
issues. Many
neighborhoods have
formed Neighborhood
Watch groups. The
Iowa City school district
has an anti-gang policy
and provides gang
awareness training to
the faculty staff and
students. While many
positive steps have
been taken to reduce
the adverse of gangs
each individual must
raise their own gang
awareness level.
Criminal street gangs
are here but they can
only become as strong
as the community
allows.
For more information call the
Iowa City Police Department
Investigator David Gonzalez
356-5275
For distribution at September 29,
1998 Joint Meeting of I.C. City
Council and U.I. Student Senate.
NO FARES
Cambus does not require a fare and its services are available
to the general public.
Cambus is a prepaid system funded n part by student fees.
Students, faculty. and staff may contribute additional money
by checking "Cambus" on the optional fee cards which are
distributed c-ad~ ymr. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP
Cambus is a public service, which means that you as a rider
also have a responsibility, to the service. The best way to
exercise this responsibility is to follow the driver's
instructions and posted rules and procedures. Also, please
report any vandalism, theft or other problems that you may
see on the bus.
In addition, please tell us bow we are doing. If you have any
problems or ideas on how the service may be improved-
give us a call! It is our goal to continually improve the safety
and quality of our service. It is through your cooperation and
input that we can best accomplish this.
TIME AND SCHEDULE
Cambus drivers' watches are set at the time established by
the office. Slight variations from your time may occur. The
drivers make every effort to safely operate on schedule,
however, many unavoidable factors impact this ability. Your
understanding of these factors is appreciated.
THE STUDENTS' TRANSIT SYSTEM
Cambus is a UI service conceived, supervised and operated
by students. Serving students, faculty, staff and the general
public, Cambus has developed into a vital service which
provides nearly 4 million rides per year. Cambus stands as a
shining example of the abilities and dedication of UI
students.
EMPLOYMENT
Cambus employs approximately 150 student employees.
Preference is given for work-study, Anyone interested in
working for Cambus should contact the Cambus Personnel
Supervisor at 335-8633.
LOCAL TRANSIT INFORMATION
CAMBUS 335'86:33
BIONIC BUS ~35'7595
C/\MgLI5 Tf XT ~ 35'888?
IOWA CITY TRANSIT ~56'5~ 5~
CORALVILLE TRANSIT ~51-771 I
SEATS ~56' 5~ ~ 0
Academic Weekend
Service Schedule & Route Map
Friday & Saturday night service only
academic weekend
SAFERIDE
SERVICE
SAFERIDE BUSES-provide Red/Blue
Route service until 2:30am on Friday and
Saturday nights
SAFERIDE VAN- provides off campus
service from lO:30pm until l:30am
cambus
the university of iowa
as of 9/95
SafeRide Route
The purpose of SAFERIDE is to
provide a safe ride home from the
downtown Iowa City area. SafeRide
service consists of two Cambus buses
and one van. Saferide runs on Friday
and Saturday evenings during the
Academic year and services the entire
Iowa City/Coralville area. There is no
charge and everyone is welcome to
utilize the service. The forms of
SafeRide transportation including the
Rules & Policies, are described in
more detail below:
SafeRide Bus Service:
The SafeRide Buses provide RED & BLUE
Route service on Friday & Saturday evenings
until 2:30 A.M.
The Red Route follows it's normal route.
The Blue Route follows a slightly different
route in the downtown area. After leaving the
Lindquist Center stop, it takes an immediate
right up Washington St. hill and stops at the
Mall (thus, it does not service Jessup &
MacBride Halls). It then takes a left on Clinton
St. and continues it's usual route towards the
east-side Residence Halls, Hancher, etc.
63789/10-95
SafeRide Van Service:
· One SafeRide Van begins setNice at 10:30
P.M.
· All rides originate from Schaeffer Hall/Old
Capital Mall
· This van will take people to any location in the
Iowa City/Coralville area that is not serviced by
the SafeRide Red and Blue Route buses. The
van does not service the following
areas:
- All Residence Halls.
- All fraternities & sororities
serviced by the Red/Blue Routes.
(i.e. Clinton St., Dubuque St.,
N. Riverside, Ellis Ave. etc.)
- All residences within a five block
radius of streets serviced by the
Red/Blue Routes.
· The van's final departure time from
Schaeffer Hall will be 1:00 A.M.
Additional SafeRide Policies
· No Alcohol or smoking is allowed on
SafeRide.
· Harassment of the driver's will not be
tolerated.
· Drivers are informed to discharge unruly
passengers at any time & location. They have
direct radio contact with Public Safety.
· No more than 10 people allowed on the
SafeRide Van at one time.
· Van Driver will write down the passengers full
address.
· The Van driver schedules the route of the Van
once leaving Schaeffer. Remember, if you are
the first one on the van, you may not be the
first one taken home !!
SAFERIDE Service
RED ROUTE
-SAFERIDE SERVICE (Fall/Spring)-
Friday and Saturday nights only
Cambus Hospital North Hancher Curier Schaefer
Office Main Ent Hosp Aud Hall Hall
11:59pm 12:00 12:O5 12:10 12:15 12:20
12:29 12:30 12:35 12:40 12:45 12:50
12:59 1:00 1:O5 1:10 1:15 1:20
1:29 1:30 1:35 1:40 1:45 1:50
1:59 2:00 2:05 2:10 2:15 2:20
2:29 am End of Service
Note.. Provides service to Mayflower.
Bus Every
Minutes
BLUE ROUTE
- SAFERIDE SERVICE (Fall/Spring) -
Friday and Saturday nights only
Cambus Slater Old Cap. Hancher North Hosp
Office Hall Mall Aud Hosp Main Ent
11:59pm 12:02 12:09 12:16 12:21 12:25
12:29 12:32 12:39 12:46 12:51 12:55
12:59 1:02 1:09 1:16 1:21 1:25
1:29 1:32 1:39 1:46 1:51 1:55
1:59 2:02 2:09 2:16 2:21 2:25
2:29 am End of Service
Note: Provides service to Mayflower.
:';' .~e:S~fe~d~' Buse} ~roVi~ g.~' BL~:ROme sg~ice ..:'
on [~?riday&.Saturday evenings until 2:30 A~M.: .:i: ~ :~
, The:Red Ronte foilo~ i?s:normal mute.. ~'5 ~:..
' The !: Bli, e Rgute fom,¢g a siighdy':difrerent r~,ute.
After tilt LindquiSt Center stop, .it proceeds up
Washington St.' hii[ and stops ZaHhe Mall (it does not
sen, ice Macbride Halo. It then takes a left' on Clinton St.
and continues it's tksUal route towards the east-side halls,
Hancher, etc.
- last departure for Red ROute;fi'om Schaeffer is 2:20 A.M.
Last departure for Blue Route from the Mall is' 2:10 A.M.
.. .__.
Bus Every
Minutes
SAFERIDE MAP
(RED & BLUE Routes,
VAN Pick-Up)
Carver
Hawkeye V.A.
Arena Hospital
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Cambus
Office
Int.
Center
Melrose Ave.
~~t Bowen
' UIHC
I~lienow
House ~
Slater
Law
Denotes Cambus Stop
Mayflower
Church St.
: Jefferson St.
Schaeffer Hall
WaShington St,
lie Varl
Pick-Up
luist Ctr.
St.
Obey all traffic laws.
Maintain control of your bicycle
Reckless operation of a bicycle is not
permitted
Pedestrians always have the right of way
Pass properly
Use bicycle racks provided on campus.
As a courtesy to fellow cyclists, please only use
one space in a rack
RONALD MCDONALD
BASEBALL
HOSPITAL
PARKING
RAMP
KINNICK
STADIUM
8LD
SPEECH
BOYD TOWER
GENERAL HOSPITAL
FAMILY
MELROSE AVENUE
KUHL HOUSE
PARK ROAD
PARKLAWN IIrV~
PRESIDENTS
RESIDENCE
DEY
HOUSE
STH~A~Y
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IOWA AVENUE
RIENOW HALL
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The University of Iowa
BICYCLE GUIDE - 1998
LEGEND
Bicycle Rack Location
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OLD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Bicycling
Bicycle Guide
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Violations are cumulative for the year beginning on
September 1 and continuing through August 31.
· Immobilization fee, $10.00
Impoundment fee, $25.00
Additional storage costs !1.00/day after the first day of
impoundment.
Cutting, removing, or damaging a University of Iowa
locking device, $50.00.
3.3 [n~nudfilizalio~Vln~pottndment
(a) Bicycles accumulating ten or more violations for the year,
September 1 to August 31, may be impounded for each
additional violation. Accumulation of violations starts over
every September 1st.
(b) Bicycles parked in a manner that create a safety hazard,
damage property or limit use of or access to any University
facility will be subject to impoundmerit.
(c) Lrnmobilized bicycles not claimed after two working days
may be impounded.
(d) Abandoned bicycles will be subject to impoundmerit.
(e) Bicycles may be claimed by proving ownership,
registering the bicycle (if applicable), and paying the
appropriate fines and immobilization/impoundment fees.
(f) All impounded bicycles will be held for 60 days, during
which time they may be claimed by the owners upon
payment of all outstanding fines and charges. After 60 days,
all unclaimed impounded bicycles will be deemed
abandoned property and sam pursuant to Iowa law and the
proceeds applied to the costs of impoundmerit, storage, and
sale. The balance, if any, shall be forwarded to the owner.
(g) The University will not pay for locking devices damaged
or destroyed during impoundment.
3.4 l'arking Violation Appeals
(a) Violations may be appealed by first paying the fines and
fees, and filing a written appeal with the Parking &
Transportation Office.
4 . l) c f i , i t i o n s
(a) Bicycle: any wheeled vehicle which is not self-propelled
and which is designed to be pedaled by the rider.
0v) Handrail: any railing intended to provide physical
support to a pedestrian.
(c) Immobilization: restricting the bicycle's use by detaining
it at the point of infraction with a University locking device.
(d) Impoundment: removing the owner's lock, transporting
the bicycle to a University fadlity, and detaining it.
(e) Pedestrian Areas or Slow Zones: any walkway,
sidewalL crosswalk, plaza, patio, play court, parking facility,
loading zone, or any other University facility that is intended
primarily or partially for use by pedestrians.
(O Street Furniture: any structure or accessory in a
University pedestrian area or slow zone designed for the
benefit of pedestrians. This includes, but is not limited to
benches, tables, lamp posts, and trash receptacles.
8/98
REMEMBER, FOR EVERYONE'S SAFETY:
· Ride predictably
· Ride as the operator of a vehicle
· Wear a bicycle helmet
· Respect the pedestrian fight of way
· Follow the traffic laws
· Share the road and walkways
University Parking & Transportation Office Locations:
Iowa Memorial Union Parking Ramp
Iowa City, IA 52242
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
(319) 335-1475
Hospital Parking Ramp 2
Iowa City, IA 52242
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
(319) 335-8924
www.uiowa.edu/-fuspt
Bicycling
on the U of I campus
· .-j
1998-1999