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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 22, 1998 - 7:00 p.m.
Civic Center
b. Minutes of Boards and Commissions.
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Animal Control Advisory Board - January 15
Animal Control Advisory Board - March 19
Animal Control Advisory Board - July 23
Iowa City Airport Commission - August 20
Iowa City Board of Appeals - August 3
Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission - August 27
Iowa City Public Library Board of Trustees - July 23
Iowa City Public Library Board of Trustees - August 27
Planning and Zoning Commission - September 3
Police Citizens Review Board - September 8
Police Citizens Review Board - September 15
Recommendation to Council: Approve an extention of 45 days to file
their public report on Complaint #98-12 because the Board is requesting
further information from the Chief of Police.
Rules Committee - September el
Senior Center Commission - August 18
Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meetings of September 8
and September 9, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by
the City Clerk.
CALL TO ORDER.
ROLL CALL.
MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION.
a. MOTOR-IOWAY Day - October 5
b. Fire Prevention Week - October 4-10
CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED OR
AMENDED.
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Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
(1) Class B Liquor License for Highlander, Inc., dba Radisson Hotel - Iowa
City, 2525 N. Dodge St. (Renewal)
(2) Class C Liquor License for I.C.B.B., Ltd., dba Brown Bottle Restaurant,
115 E. Washington St. (Renewal)
(3) Class C Beer Permit for Dan's Short Stop Corp., dba Dan's Short Stop,
2221 Rochester Ave. (Renewal)
(4) Class E Liquor License for Randall's International, Inc., dba Cub Foods,
855 Hwy 1 West. (Renewal)
(5) Class E Beer License for Randall's International, Inc., dba Cub Foods,
855 Hwy 1 West. (Renewal)
(6) Class C liquor License for Micky's of Iowa City, Inc., dba Micky's, 11 S.
Dubuque St. (New)
(7) Class C Liquor License for Vanessa's of Iowa City, Inc., dba Givanni's,
109 E. College St. (New)
(8) Class C Liquor License for Caf~ Pacifico of Iowa City, Inc., dba Mondo's
Sports Caf~, 212 S. Clinton St. (New)
(9) Class C Liquor License for CMB, Inc., dba Gringo's, 115 E. College St.
(New)
(10) Refund an unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for Gringo's of
Iowa City, Inc., dba Gringo's, 115 E. College St.
(11) Resolution to issue a Dancing permit to Highlander, Inc., dba Radisson
Hotel - Iowa City, 2525 N. Dodge St.
Motions.
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CONSIDER A MOTION TO APPROVE DISBURSEMENTS IN THE
AMOUNT OF $11,276,802.72 FOR THE PERIOD OF AUGUST 1
THROUGH AUGUST 31, 1998, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE
DIRECTOR SUBJECT TO AUDIT. DISBURSEMENTS ARE PUBLISHED
AND PERMANENTLY RETAINED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH STATE CODE.
(2) CONSIDER A MOTION TO APPROVE THE FY98 CONSOLIDATED
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER).
Comment: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
requires that Iowa City complete and submit this annual performance
report regarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and
HOME Investment Partnership program (HOME) funding. A 30-day
public comment period began on August 29 with copies of the CAPER
available for public review at the City Clerk's Office and the Iowa City
Public Library. On September 17, the Housing and Community
Development Commission held a public hearing on the CAPER and
recommended its approval. The CAPER will be sent to HUD following
completion of the public comment period.
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e. Resolutions.
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CONSIDER A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND FILE AN APPLICATION WITH
THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FOR A GRANT UNDER 49 U .S.C 5307, TO BE USED FOR
TRANSIT OPERATING AND CAPITAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING.
Comment: JCCOG is preparing the annual Federal Transit
Administration [FTA] Section 5307 application on behalf of Iowa City
Transit. Funding in the amount of 9301,923 is being requested for
FY99 transit operations. This is an increase of 55% from the FY98
FTA operating apportionment.
CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE OFFICIAL FINANCIAL
REPORT FOR CITY STREETS AND PARKING PROGRAM PROJECT
STATUS REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1998.
Comment: The Iowa Department of Transportation requires all
municipalities to submit this report annually on or before September 30.
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CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING COMPREHENSIVE
IMPROVEMENTS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CLAP) BUDGET AND
DESIGNATION OF MAGGIE GROSVENOR AS THE PROJECT OFFICER.
Comment: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
has awarded the Housing Authority 9200,000 in federal funds for the
purpose of constructing new office space either as part of the Civic
Center addition project or in another suitable location. These funds
must be committed within one year. To date, the Housing Authority
has received public housing ClAP funds over the past four years totaling
9839,672. The ClAP funds represent a significant source of funding
that not only maintains and improves public housing but also is spent
purchasing local goods and services.
(4) CONSIDER
TO SIGN
OF A
PROPERTY
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE
LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE
LOCATED AT 841 7th AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Comment: The owners of the property located at 841 7th Avenue
received assistance through the City's Housing Rehabilitation Program
for a total of 99,643 on June 17, 1998. The financing was in the form
of a Mortgage. The loan was paid off on September 16, 1998; thus the
lien can now be released.
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CONSIDER A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE
OF A LIEN REGARDING A REHABILITATION AGREEMENT, A
PROMISSORY NOTE AND A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 15 NORTH LUCAS STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Comment: The owner of the property located at 15 North Lucas Street
received assistance through the City's Housing Rehabilitation Program
for a total of ~ 1,860 on July 26, 1995. The financing was in the form
of a Rehabilitation Agreement, a Promissory Note and a three-year no
interest Mortgage. The loan was paid off on August 31, 1998; thus the
lien can now be released.
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CONSIDER RESOLUTION AMENDING THE BY-LAWS OF THE
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD TO ALLOW COMMUNITY FORUMS
TO BE HELD IN NON-CITY FACILITIES IN IOWA CITY.
Comment: Current by-laws require all meeting to be held in a City
facility. It is the desire of the Police Citizens Review Board that
Community Forums be held in non-City facilities. An amendment was
proposed by the PCRB Board and referred to the Council Rules
Committee. The Rules Committee modified the language as presented
and recommends approval at this time. At their meeting of
September 15, the PCRB Board reviewed the Rules Committee
recommendation and offered modified language. Minutes of that meeting
are included in Council packet.
Correspondence.
(1) Steven Nelson - Sandusky Drive Storm Water Retention Problems
(2) John Rummelhart - severe weather alert siren
(3) L. Graham Dameron (JC Dept of Public Health) - South Gilbert Street
(4) Dwight Seegmiller (Hills Band & Trust Co) - South Gilbert Street
(5) Christopher Arch (Good News Bible Church) - invitation
(6) Catherine Woods - Dan Coleman appointment
(7) David Reed (Iowa City Green Party) - Dan Coleman appointment
(8) Bruce Glasgow - filling of land [staff response included in Council packet]
(9) JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner:
(a) Stop Sign on Waterfront Drive at Southgate Avenue Intersection
(b) Stop Sign on Southgate Avenue at South Gilbert Street Intersection
(c) Installation of Sunday-Only Loading Zone in the 100 Block of 100
N. Dubuque Street
(1 O) Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the
following position(s):
(a) Clerical Assistant - Cable TV
(b) Construction Inspector I
(c) Maintenance Operator
(d) Maintenance Worker I - Parking
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ITEM NO. 4.
(e) Maintenance Worker II - CBD
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION
(ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA).
ITEM NO. 5. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS.
a. Public hearing on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of
approximately 22 acres from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-
8) to Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) for property located in the
Summit Street Historic District. (REZ98-0010).
Comment: At its August 20 meeting, by the~ the~lanning and
Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed rezoning. Staff
recommended approval in a report dated August 6. Correspondence included
in Council packet.
Action: ~ ~
4,000 square foot property located at 114 Wright Street from Community
Commercial (CC-2) to Planned High Density Multiple-Family Residential
(PRM). (First consideration)
Comment:
Commission recommended approval of the proposed rezoning.
recommended approval in its June 18 report.
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At its July 2 meeting, by a vote of 6-0, the Planning and Zoning
Staff
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Consider an 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
residential development on property located on the south side of Taft
Speedway west of Dubuque Street. (REZ98-O009) (First consideration)
Comment: At its July 16 meeting, by a vote of 1-4 on an affirmative motion
with Shannon voting yes, the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended denial of the proposed rezoning, consistent with the
recommendation contained in the July 2 staff report. In a letter dated
July 15, 1998, the applicant requested that this application be forwarded for
consideration by the City Council regardless of the recommendation from the
Commission. First consideration was deferred on September 9.
Consider a resolution approving a preliminary plat of Country Club~s
First Addition, a 10.82 acre 21-1ot residential subdivision located at the west
terminus of Phoenix Drive. (SUB98-0011)
Comment: At its August 20 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission,
by a vote of 6-0, recommended that the preliminary plat of Country Club
Estates First Addition, be approved. Staff recommended approval in a report
dated August 20. Consideration was deferred on September 9. o
Consider a resolution approving an amendment to the 28E agreement
between the City of Coralville and the City of Iowa City regarding future
annexations and extraterritorial review of subdivision plats.
Comment: At its July 16 meeting, by a vote of 5-0, the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended that the 28E agreement be amended as proposed
by staff in the memorandum dated June 24. Consideration was deferred on
July 28. Staff memorandum included in Council packet.
Action: ~7/4-~~~/~,.D~;~--~ ~
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ITEM NO. 6.
PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3 ENTITLED "CITY
FINANCES, TAXATION & FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF FEES,
RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES, AND PENALTIES" OF THE CITY CODE TO
DECREASE THE RATES FOR LANDFILL USE FEES.
Comment: This public hearing is being held to receive public comment on
proposed landfill use fee rate changes. Based on the recently completed Landfill
Master Plan, landfill fees are proposed to be decreased by $10 per ton from
~48.50 to ~38.50 (Iowa City premises, subject to property tax and City-owned
property) and $53.50 to ~43.50 (all other), untreated wood and yard waste from
~30/ton to ~24/ton, minimum fee from ~4.00 to ~3.00 (Iowa City premises,
subject to property tax and City-owned property) and $4.25 to $3.25 (all other),
and adding a new fee for Asbestos Containing Material, $100 and $105/ton.
Staff memorandum included in Council packet.
Action:
ITEM NO. 7.
APPEAL TO CITY COUNCIL OF THE DECISION OF THE HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PRIMARY BUILDING ON
LOTS 1 & 2, M&W ADDITION (803 S. SUMMIT STREET), WHICH APPEAL WAS
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK ON AUGUST 20, 1998, BY APPLICANT
BRADFORD J. HOUSER.
Comment: On August 17, 1998, the Commission approved a Certificate of
Appropriateness for this property, subject to certain conditions. The applicant
has appealed the condition requiring wood siding. In deciding the appeal, the
City Council must consider whether the Historic Preservation Commission has
exercised its powers and followed the guidelines established by law and City
Code, and whether the Commission's action was patently arbitrary or capricious.
After applying this standard of review, the City Council may, in conformity with
the provisions of 14-4-C of the City Code (Historic Preservation Regulations)
reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or may modify the decision of the
Commission regarding the Certificate of Appropriateness and may make such
order, requirement, decision or determination as ought to be made, and to that
end shall have the powers of the Historic Preservation Commission.
Correspondence and staff memorandum included in Council packet.
PUBLIC HEARING
Acti n'
CONSIDER A MOTION DECIDING
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ITEM NO. 8.
CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 4 OF THE CITY
CODE, BY CHANGING THE NAME OF THE "BROADBAND
TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION" TO "TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION." (FIRST CONSIDERATION)
Comment: As a result of the merger of the various media, current and future
issues addressed by the Broadband Telecommunications Commission will
continue to involve a wide range of telecommunications beyond the original
concept of cable TV services and delivery. The Commission felt that its name
should more accurately reflect its actual responsibilities and functions and has
recommended to
Telecommunications
Commission,
the City Council that the name of Broadband
Commission be changed to the Telecommunications
ITEM NO. 9.
CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA
CITY ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC," BY AMENDING
CHAPTER 4, ADDING SECTION 1C THEREIN TO PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONAL
ENFORCEMENT ABILITIES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS. (PASS AND ADOPT)
ITEM NO. 10.
Comment: City parking enforcement personnel have identified a problem
enforcing parking after an initial violation is cited. In high parking demand areas,
it is more convenient to be issued a $5 violation than to find alternative parking.
A motorist can park illegally all day for the price of a 95 violation. This action
will allow Police and Parking Division personnel to write additional tickets every
two hours to provide a deterrent to cease the parking violation,
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CONSIDER A RESOLUTION REPEALING RESOLUTION 96-264 AND
ESTABLISHING THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE AS A STAFF COMMITTEE.
Comment: This resolution is to provide for the transition of design review
responsibilities from an appointed citizens group to qualified members of the City
staff. Consideration was deferred on September 9. Correspondence included in
Council packet.
September 22, 1998 City of Iowa City Page 9
ITEM NO. 11.
CONSIDER A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ARCHITECTURAL CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT
FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY LANDFILL SCALE
HOUSE AND RECYCLE CENTER.
Comment: This contract is for design of a replacement for the Landfill
scalehouse that was destroyed in the June 29 windstorm. Integrated into this
new building will be the Household Hazardous Waste Facility. This contract is
with Wehner Pattschull & Pfiffner, PC of Iowa City and will be funded by Landfill
fees and FEMA. Consideration was deferred on September 9.
ITEM NO. 12.
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CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COLOR OF EXTERIOR AWNING
AT 115 E. COLLEGE STREET.
Comment:
approval of a color change to its existing awning.
in Council packet.
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Gringo's of Iowa City, Inc. at 115 E. College Street seeks Council
Staff memorandum included
ITEM NO. 13.
CONSIDER A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF
PUBLIC WORKS TO ACT ON THE CITY'S BEHALF IN APPROVING
APPLICATIONS FOR THE PLACEMENT OF INFORMATION GUIDE SIGNS BY THE
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA.
Comment: The University of Iowa on occasion has a need to install or alter the
location of informational signs located on public rights-of-way that identify
various University facilities. This resolution will ease the process for locating
University signs on public rights-of-way by allowing staff to approve the
placement of informational signs.
ITEM NO. 14.
CONSIDER A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES OR ASSESSING COSTS FOR
CERTAIN SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
Comment: Ordinance No. 98-3845 provided for the establishment of fees or
assessing costs when utilizing the Fire Department's Confined Space Rescue
Team for permit-required confined space response rescue or recovery operations,
pursuant to Council resolution. This resolution establishes such fees or assessed
costs.
September 22, 1998 City of Iowa City Page 10
ITEM NO. 15.
CONSIDER A RESOLUTION REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 96-11 OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND APPROVING A NEW RESOLUTION
SETTING FORTH RULES OF ORDER FOR THE CONDUCT OF FORMAL COUNCIL
MEETINGS.
ITEM NO. 16.
Comment: At the special formal Council meeting of September 9, a majority of
Council agreed to a two part public discussion for formal meetings.
Action:
CONSIDER MOTION GRANTING A 45-DAY
CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD FOR THE FILING
COUNCIL ON COMPLAINT #98-12.
EX % f~
TENSION TO TH~z~P LICE
OF REPORT WITH THE CITY
Comment: Ordinance 97-3792 establishes the Police Citizens Review Board and
sets forth mechanisms for complaints. The Ordinance also provides for the City
Council to grant extensions of the 30-day reporting requirement for good cause.
At their meeting of September 15, 1998, the Board unanimously requested a
45-day extension for the reasons stated in the letter included in Council packet.
ITEM NO. 17. ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES.
a. Current vacancies.
(1)
Board of Adjustment: One vacancy to fill a five-year term ending
January 1, 2004. (Term expires for William Haigh.) (2 females and 2
males currently serve on this Board.)
(2)
Board of Appeals: Two vacancies to fill five-year terms
December 31, 2003 [one to be a mechanical professional].
expire for Anna Buss and John Staska.) (0 females and 5
currently serve on this Board.)
ending
(Terms
males
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Human Rights Commission:
ending January 1, 2002.
Dickerson, and Ann Shires.)
this Commission.)
Three vacancies to fill three-year terms
(Terms expire for Patricia Harvey, Tom
(4 females and 2 males currently serve on
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Parks and Recreation Commission: Three vacancies to fill -four-year
terms ending January 1, 2003. (Terms expire for Judith Klink, Rex
Pruess, and Ken Fearing.) (2 females and 4 males currently serve on
this Commission.)
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Planning and Zoning Commission: One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term ending May 1, 2002. (Philip Shire resigned. Correspondence
included in Council packet.) (3 females and 3 males currently serve on
this Commission.)
September 22, 1998 City of Iowa City Page
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Public Art Advisory Committee: One vacancy to fill a three-year term
ending January 1, 2002. (Term expires for Deborah Galbraith.) (3
females and 1 male currently serve on this Committee.)
(7)
Riverfront and Natural Areas Commission: Two vacancies to fill three-
year terms ending December 31, 2001. (Terms expire for Richard
Hoppin and Lori Goetsch.) (3 females and 4 males currently serve on
this Commission.)
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Senior Center Commission: Two vacancies to fill three-year terms
ending December 31, 2001. (Terms expire for Philip Zell and Kenneth
Mobily.) (5 females and 1 male currently serve on this Commission.)
These appointments will be made at the November 3 Council meeting.
b. Pr'~eviou~ounced.
(1)
Housing and Community Development Commission: One vacancy to fill
an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. (Sandy Kuhlmann
resigned.) (2 males and 4 females currently serve on this Commission.)
(2)
Housing and Community Development Commission: Two vacancies to
fill three-year terms expiring September 1, 2001. (Daniel Cilek resigned;
term expired for Daniel Coleman.) (2 males and 4 ~emales currently
serve on this Commission.)
These appointments will be made at the October 6 Council meeting.
ITEM NO. 18.
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION
ITEM NO. 19.
REPORT ON ITEMS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY.
a. City Manager.
b. City Attorney.
ITEM NO. 20.
ADJOURNMENT.
,~ Citl/of
City Council Meeting Schedule andsep,em~, ~8, ~998
Tentative ~X/'ork Session Agendas
Meeting dates/times subject to diange
!September 21
6:30p
[September 22
7:00p
September 29
6:30p
October 5
6:30p
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
6:30p
6:50p
7:05p
7:15p
7:25p
7:40p
7:55p
8:05p
8:15p
8:30p
9:00p
9:15p
Monday I
Council Chambers
Review Zoning Matters
Review Agenda Items
Iowa Avenue Parking Garage Financing Update
28E Agreement Regarding Annexation and Extraterritorial Review of
Subdivisions between Iowa City and Coralville
Landfill Recycle Center (Household Hazardous Waste)
Circus and Rodeo Permit Regulations
Design Review Committee
Holiday Lights
Housing Forum Issues
Sales Tax
Disorderly House Ordinance
Council Agenda/Council Time
FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday I
Council Chambers
SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Joint Meeting with University Student Senate
6:30p Reception
7:00p Separate agenda
Tuesday I
Iowa Memorial Union
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Monday I
Council Chambers
October 6
7:00p
FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday I
Council Chambers
FUTURE V/ORK SESSION ITEMS
Sidewalk Caf~s
South Gilbert Street Corridor
Highland Avenue Traffic Calming
Hickory Hill West
North End Parking
Chutes and Vaults
Water Project Update
Deer Management
Sanitary Sewer Repair - New Policy Update