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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JANUARY 26, 1999
Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor
Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton,
O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling,
Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, Robinson, Winstead, Davidson, Yucuis,, Trueblood, Hennes. Council
minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-14 & 99-15, Both Sides.
The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Lucas
Elementary students: Luke Arens, Alyson Boyd, and Gabriel Munoz-Fitch.
Mayor Lehman announced a special formal meeting for January 29, and requested
a United Way update from campaign co-chair City Clerk Karr. Karr reported that the
campaign was at 99% of its 81 .5 million goal, acknowledged the 110% increase by City
employees, and stated it was not too late to contribute to the campaign.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of January 12,
as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Human Rights Comm. - November
23, December 21. Library Bd. of Trustees - December 17. P&Z Comm. - January
7. Public Art Advisory Comm. - January 7
Approve the acquisition procedures as amended.
Telecommunications Cornre. - November 23. PCRB - January 19.
Permit Motions and Resolutions: Class C Liquor License for R.T.'s, 826 S.
Clinton St. Outdoor Service Area for R.T.'s, 826 S. Clinton St. Class C Liquor
License for Mike's Tap, 122 Wright St. Special Class C Liquor License for Zoey's
Pizzeria, 1950 Lower Muscatine Rd. Class C Liquor License for Quinton's Bar and
Dell, 215 E. Washington St. RES. 99-19, Bk. 121, p. 19, ISSUE DANCING
PERMIT.
Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of 81 2,707,391.93 for the
period of December I through December 31, 1998, as recommended by the
Finance Director subject to audit.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-20, Bk. 121, p. 20, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING for February 9, ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY
DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE, PHASE II IMRPOVEMENTS, DIRECTING CITY
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-
21, Bk. 121, p. 21, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for February 9, ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 CURB RAMP AND SIDEWALK PROJECT,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
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DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION.
Resolutions, Bk. 121: RES. 99-22, p. 22, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A
MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1819 H STREET, IOWA CITY,
IOWA. RES. 99-23, p.23, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR CONTRACT 1 QF THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT CONNECTION PROJECT, ALSO KNOWN AS THE
SOUTH RIVER CORRIDOR INTERCEPTOR AND RELIEF SEWERS. RES. 99-24, p.
24, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TQ ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH AUTO TECH IOWA, UUC. REGARDING VEHICULAR TRAFFIC
CROSSING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1410 WATERFRONT DRIVE. RES. 99-25, p.
25, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND TRAVIS SYSTEMS.
Correspondence: Alan Swanson (Riverside Theatre Board of Directors)
regarding Riverside Theatre. Osha Gray Davidson regarding Childcare during
Council meetings. Jill and Rich Ross regarding Benton Street. Lauren Reece
(Roosevelt PTO President) regarding Benton Street. Patricia Benson regarding
Benton Street. William Buss regarding Benton Street. Mark Madden regarding
Benton Street. Betty Kann regarding Benton Street. Theresa Kann regarding
Benton Street. DJ Schubert regarding USDA Environmental Assessment [staff
response included]. Donald and Janis Boenker regarding Tower Court. Keene and
Joan Swett regarding Tower Court. Chuck Felling, George Haskell, Margaret
Felling, Nukhet Yarbrough, Ann Freerks (Neighborhood Council) regarding
Southwest District. Dan and Fredine Branson regarding Benton Street. Myrl and
Denise Holida regarding Benton Street. William and Donna Launspach regarding
Benton Street. Judy Pfohl regarding Benton St. Mark Shea regarding comments
made by the Mayor in Press-Citizen article on organizations opposing deer kill.
Mississippi River Revival regarding intent to commence legal action against Iowa
City pursuant to the Clean Water Act. Duncan Stuart regarding Benton Street.
John Gross regarding Benton Street. Carol Hunsicker regarding Benton Street. Paul
Rudolph regarding Coral Ridge Mall and parking downtown. Susan Miller regarding
Benton Street. Julie Lansing and Robert Wheeler regarding Benton Street. Barbara
Buss regarding Benton street.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Sr. Center Commission Members Terri Miller and Jay Honohan appeared
requesting additional Senior Center space in the proposed Iowa Avenue parking facility.
John Anderson appeared regarding subliminal advertising in textbooks. The following
individuals appeared regarding the City's deer management plan: Shannon Nelson, 1601
Aber Ave.; Amanda Morgan, 517 Iowa Ave.; and Clayton Foley, 612 E. Court St.
Steven Kanner, 1111 E. Burlington, thanked Council for their informal decision not to
expand Benton Street and asked Council to explore other options to address
transportation needs. In response to Council, City Mgr. Atkins updated Council on the
decision by the USDA to halt deer sharp shooting until concerns were addressed.
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Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept the Senior Center Commission
report regarding expansion of the Senior Center in the Iowa Avenue Parking Ramp. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning
designation of approximately 61.8 acres located south of Whispering Meadows Drive
from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to Factory Built Housing
Residential (RFBH - 59.25 acres) and Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12 -
2.55 acres) (Saddlebrook). The following individuals appeared: Jim Miller, Lake Calvin
Dev.; Don Anciaux, 2119 Russell Dr.; Jane Klitzka, Grant Wood Neighborhood Assn.;
Jerry Hansen, Wetherby Friends & Neighbors Neighborhood Assn.; Craig Evans, 4300
Sioux Ave.; and Charlotte Bailey, 1956 Broadway. PCD Director Franklin present for
discussion. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to continue the public
hearing to February 23, 1999. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the
following voice vote: Ayes: Champion, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry,
Vanderhoef. Nays: Kubby. Individual Council Members expressed their views. A
majority of Council indicated their desire to schedule joint meetings with the P&Z on this
matter and the Senior Center regarding their request for space in the near future.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance designating
property located at 2 S. Linn Street, commonly known as the Harmon Building, as an
Iowa City Historic Landmark, be given first vote for consideration. Moved by Kubby,
seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Todd Krimm. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the motion defeated on first consideration of the ordinance, 1/6, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Kubby. Nays: Champion, Lehman, Norton,
O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None.
Mayor Lehman left the room after a stated conflict of interest on the next
item(8:55 p.m.) Mayor Pro tem Thornberry presiding.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance changing the
zoning designation of approximately 0.2 acres located at 703 Benton Court from
Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to High Density Multi-Family Residential
(RM-44) (Oaknoll), be given first vote for consideration. PCD Director Franklin present
for discussion. Atty. Robert Downer, representing Oaknoll, appeared. After discussion,
moved by Norton, seconded by Champion, to defer consideration of the ordinance
indefinitely. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman *
absent.
Mayor Lehman returned 9:15 p.m. Mayor Lehman now presiding.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance changing the
zoning designation of 21.26 acres located on the east side of Naples Avenue form
Intensive Commercial (C1-1) to Sensitive Areas Overlay Zone-Intensive Commercial
(OSA-CI-1) (WB Development), be given first vote for consideration. PCD Director
Franklin present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry,
Vanderhoef, Champion. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None.
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Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer to February 9, a resolution
approving a final plat of Boyd's Fashionable Acres. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded
by Norton, to accept correspondence from Kirsten Frey representing the applicant. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Park Maintenance Building in
Napoleon Park. Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood present for discussion.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-26, Bk. 121, p.
26, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING IN
NAPOLEON PARK, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPO\ANY
EACH BID, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND
FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood
present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed 84,700,000 General Obligation Bonds. Finance
Director Yucuis present for discussion.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-27, Bk. 121, p. 27,
INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
NOT TO EXCEED 94,700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared resolution adopted.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded Norton, to adopt RES. 99-28, Bk. 121, p. 28,
DIRECTING SALE OF $7,000,000 SEWER REVENUE BONDS. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted with the following division of roll call vote; Ayes: O'Donnell,
Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman, Norton. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the College Street Pedestrian Mall
Water Main Replacement Project. Sr. Civil Engr. Winstead present for discussion.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-29, Bk. 121, p. 29,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE COLLEGE STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL WATER
MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO
ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR
BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by (]'Donnell, that the ordinance amending City
Code Title 9, Chapter 4, entitled "Parking Regulations," Article 4, entitled "General
Parking Restrictions," Section H, entitled "In Excess of Forty-Eight Hours" regarding the
storage of vehicles on streets, alleys and public property, be given first vote for
consideration. Steve Kanner, 1111 E. Burlington, appeared. Individual Council Members
expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following
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division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry.
Nays: Champion, Kubby. Absent: None.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending Title 9 of
the City Code of Iowa City entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," by amending Chapter
3, Section 6b therein to reduce the speed limit on Naples Avenue from the city limit to
the intersection with Iowa Highway 1, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to combine the following items: Item
No. 12 an ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5, Article A, Building Code, by
adopting Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building Code
published by the International Conference of Building officials, and providing for certain
amendments thereof; to provide for the protection of the health, welfare, and safety of
the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa; Item No. 13 an ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 1,
Fire Prevention and Protection, by adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code
and providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare and safety of the Citizens of Iowa City, Iowa; Item No. 14 an ordinance
amending Title 14, Chapter 5, Article B, of the City Code, by adopting the 1997 Edition
of the Uniform Plumbing Code, with certain amendments, to regulate the practice,
materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance, extension, and alteration of
all piping, fixtures, appliances and appurtenances in connection with various plumbing
systems, to provide for the issuance of permits and inspection of plumbing installations
and the collection of fees, and to provide penalties for violations; and Item No. 15 an
ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5, Article F, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
Code, by adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Building Code published by the International Conference of Building Officials,
and providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare and safety of the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa; and Item No. 16 an
ordinance creating Section 14, Chapter 5, Article J, Building Conservation Code, by
adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for Building Conservation as published by
the International Conference of Building Officials, to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Iowa city, Iowa; Item No. 17 an ordinance
amending Section 14, Chapter 5, Article D, Mechanical Code, by adopting the 1997
Edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code published by the International Conference of
Building Officials, and providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the
protection of the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Iowa city, Iowa, be all
given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion to combine Items
12-17 carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-30, Bk. 1 21, p.
30, AUTHORIZING A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CQRALVILLE AND THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY PROVIDING FOR FUTURE ANNEXATIONS AND
EXTRATERRITORIAL REVIEW OF SUBDIVISION PLATS. Moved by Kubby, seconded by
Norton, to amend item #3 of the agreement by deleting the last sentence. The Mayor
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declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous on amended resolution, 7/0, all Council Members present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted as amended.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-31, Bk. 121, p. 31,
TO ADOPT THE IOWA CITY PUBLIC ART PROGRAM AMENDED ACQUISITION
PROCEDURES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to defer to February 9, a resolution to
adopt amended by-laws for the Public Art Advisory Comm. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-32, Bk. 121, p.
32, RATIFYING SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION ($70,250 to Park Construction
Company). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: Historic Preservation
Comm. - four vacancies (including one Brown Street District and one Moffitt Cottage
District representative) to fill three-year terms ending March 29, 2002;
Telecommunications Comm. - two vacancies to fill three-year terms ending March 13,
2002. These appointments will be made at the February 23 Council Meeting.
Council Member Champion cautioned fellow Council Members to be mindful of
treating Council Members as individuals and not speak of them as a whole group unless
they have contacted everyone individually, noting her displeasure with being grouped *
without comment. Champion questioned the cost sharing of the Senior Center with the *
County. The City Mgr. stated that the City would front end the cost of the Senior Center
request for additional space but would expect the operational budget, of which the
County pays 20%, would pay their share.
Council Member Kubby encouraged citizens to attend a childcare forum on
January 30, and noted a letter from Osha Gray Davidson requesting consideration of
childcare issues at Council meetings. After discussion, staff was directed to provide
stackable chairs in the lobby to accommodate adults and children during Council
meetings. Kubby encouraged City participation in forums dealing with Y2k issues
affecting citizens and requested staff follow-up with forums and cable programs. Kubby
referenced a notice of intent to commence citizen action distributed at Council's work
session the previous evening from Mississippi River Revival regarding the city's water
plan. Staff will report back.
Council Member [:)'Donnell noted Cedar Rapids was building a skateboard park and
questioned getting some of their research. Vanderhoef stated she had requested
information and would have copies made for Council. O'Donnell reported on the SEATS
Advisory meeting he and fellow Council Member Norton attended. In response to
[:)'Donnell, the City Mgr. reviewed the City's snow removal policy for streets where
parking is allowed on one side, and encouraged citizens to call with any questions or
problems on the policy.
Council Member Vanderhoef requested Council consider the Summit Street bridge
construction project being done during the school year and the need for further
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discussion of the Pine Street tunnel bridge. Council agreed to discuss the matter at their
CIP budget session later in the week. Vanderhoef announced the first Chamber
legislative breakfasts were scheduled for January 30, February 27, March 22 and April
24 at 8:00 AM.
Council Member Norton requested an update on water and wastewater projects,
and acknowledged City employee Travis Remmert for his design of a software package
for housing rehabilitation programs. Norton also reminded Council of the Bowl for Kids
Sake fund raiser for Big Brothers/Big Sisters.
Council agreed to meet 5:30-6:30 p.m. on February 8 with the Senior Center, and
4:30-5:30 p.m. on February 22 with the Planning and Zoning Commission (both prior to
their work sessions).
The City Manager reminded Council of the budget session scheduled on January
27 from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn 10:20 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
Mari~ K. Karr, City Clerk
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Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept the Senior Center Commission
report regarding expansion of the Senior Center in the Iowa Avenue Parking Ramp. The
Ma~ Dr declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning
desi, of approximately 61.8 acres located south of Meadows Drive
from Jm Density Single-Family Residential
RFBH - 59.25 acres) and Low Density M~
2.55 acres) ~addlebrook). The following individuals
Dev,; Don An ~ux, 2119 Russell Dr.; Jane Klitzka
Jerry Hansen, herby Friends & Neighbors Nei
Sioux Ave.; and
discussion. Moved
hearing to February
following voice vote:
Vanderhoef. Nays:
to Factory Built Housing
-Family Residential (RM-12 -
Jim Miller, Lake Calvin
Wood Neighborhood Assn.;
Assn.; Craig Evans, 4300
Bailey, 1956 Broadw PCD Director Franklin present for
Vanderhoef, seconded Thornberry, to continue the public
1999. The Mayor ,'lared the motion carried, 6/1, with the
'es: Champion, .ehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry,
~y. Individual Members expressed their views. A
majority of Council indicate
matter and the Senior
Moved by Vanderhoef,
property located at 2 S. Linn
Iowa City Historic Landmark, be
seconded by Vanderhoef, to ac~
declared the motion carried unar
declared the motion defeated
following division of roll call
O'Donnell, Thornberry,
Iheir desire schedule joint meetings with the P&Z on this
garding request for space in the near future.
~ by O'Donnell, that the ordinance designating
y known as the Harmon Building, as an
en first vote for consideration. Moved by Kubby,
correspondence from Todd Krimm. The Mayor
;ly, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
consideration of the ordinance, 1/6, with the
A, ;: Kubby. Nays: Champion, Lehman, Norton,
None.
Mayor Lehman left e room stated conflict of interest on the next
item(8:55 p.m.) Mayor Pro .=m Thornberry pr~ ;iding.
Moved by Vanderh~ seconded by onnell, that the ordinance changing the
zoning designation of
Medium Density Single-I
(RM-44) (Oaknoll), be
for discussion. Atty. R
moved by Norton,
indefinitely. The M
Members present.
Mayor Lehm;
Moved by
y 0.2 acr~
Residential (RS-8)
iven first vote for
Downer, representing
conded by Champion, to
declared the motion
located at 703 Benton Court from
High Density Multi-Family Residential
PCD Director Franklin present
:noll, appeared. After discussion,
consideration of the ordinance
unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Jrned 9:15 p.m. Mayor Lehman
seconded by Vanderhoef,
,w presiding.
:he ordinance changing the
zoning of 21.26 acres located on the east s of Naples Avenue form
Intensive rcial (C1-1) to Sensitive Areas Overlay Zone-Intensive Commercial
(OSA-CI-1) (WB Development), be given first vote for consideration. PCD Director
Franklin present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry,
Vanderhoef, Champion. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None.
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2/8/99
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous on amended resolution, 7/0, all Council Members present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted as amended.
Mov~l by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-31, Bk. 121 p. 31
TO ADOPT IOWA CITY PUBLIC ART PROGRAM ACQUISITION
PROCEDURES roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all C ~ncil Members present.
The Mayor ,.d the resolution adopted.
Moved by ,rton, seconded by Thornberry, to defer 9, a resolution to
adopt amended b ~ws for the Public Art Advisory The Mayor declared the
motion carried L usly, 7/0, all Council Members p
Moved by O'Do~ all, seconded by Thornberry, adopt RES. 99-32, Bk. 121, p.
OF PENDING LITIGA (970,250 to Park Construction
32, RATIFYING
Company). Affirmative
Mayor declared the resol~
The Mayor noted
Comm. - four vacancies
District representative)
vote unanimous,
adopted.
previousl~
ing one Br~
to three-
Telecommunications Comm. -
), all Council Members present. The
vacancies: Historic Preservation
Street District and one Moffitt Cottage
terms ending March 29, 2002;
to fill three-year terms ending March 13,
2002. These appointments will be the February 23 Council Meeting.
Council Member Champion c~ 3ned fellow Council Members to be mindful of
treating Council Members as indivi~ and not speak of them as a whole group unless
they have contacted everyone ind Ily, noting her displeasure with being grouped *
without comment. In response to/Chain the City Mgr. stated that the City would
front end the cost of the Senior C-enter req ;st for additional space but would expect the
operational budget, of which th,,~' County pal 20%, would pay their share.
Council Member Kubby encouraged tizens to attend a childcare forum on
January 30, and noted a I¢~ter from Osha G~ Davidson requesting consideration of
childcare issues at CounciX meetings. After di~ assion, staff was directed to provide
stackable chairs in the .,lObby to accomm~ adults and children during Council
meetings. Kubby encouraged City participation forums dealing with Y2k issues
affecting citizens and r.~{quested staff follow-up with rums and cable programs. Kubby
referenced a notice oJ' intent to commence citizen distributed at Council's work
session the previou,S"'evening from Mississippi River tal regarding the city's water
plan. Staff will repCt back.
questi , i . Vanderhoef :ated she had requested
information an~' would have copies made for Council. O'Donn reported on the SEATS
Advisory me¢ing he and fellow Council Member Norton artended. In response to
O'Donnell, t~e City Mgr. reviewed the City's snow removal policy for streets where
parking is allowed on one side, and encouraged citizens to call with any questions or
problems on the policy.
Council Member Vanderhoef requested Council consider the Summit Street bridge
construction project being done during the school year and the need for further
discussion of the Pine Street tunnel bridge. Council agreed to discuss the matter at their
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declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous on amended resolution, 7/0, all Council Members present. The
,or declared the resolution adopted as amended.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-31, Bk. 121, p. 31,
TO )OPT THE IOWA CITY PUBLIC ART PROGRAM AMENDED ACQUISITION
PROCE Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Members present.
The Ma declared the resolution adopted.
by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to defer February 9, a resolution to
adopt by-laws for the Public Art Advisory
motion carried ~animously, 7/0, all Council Members
Moved ~'Donnell, seconded by Thornberry,
32, RATIFYING SI 'TLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGA'
Company). Affirmal roll call vote unanimous,
Mayor declared the re ~lution adopted.
The Mayor not. the previously-annoL
Comm. - four vacancies including one Browr
District representative) fill three-ye~
The Mayor declared the
;sent.
adopt RES. 99-32, Bk. 121, p.
(970,250 to Park Construction
all Council Members present. The
vacancies: Historic Preservation
District and one Moffitt Cottage
terms ending March 29, 2002;
Telecommunications Cornre. two vacan~
2002. These appointments ~e made at
Council Member Champi~ caution
treating Council Members as indi~
they have contacted everyone indi'
without comment. In response to CI
front end the cost of the Senior Cente~
operational budget, of which the Cou~
Council Member Kubby enc.
January 30, and noted a letter fro
to fill three-year terms ending March 13,
February 23 Council Meeting.
fellow Council Members to be mindful of
d not speak of them as a whole group unless
noting his displeasure with being grouped
lion, the City Mgr. stated that the City would
uest for additional space but would expect the
fs 20%, would pay their share.
citizens to attend a childcare forum on
Osha Davidson requesting consideration of
childcare issues at Council meeti~ gs. After ;cussion, staff was directed to provide
stackable chairs in the lobby t accommodat adults and children during Council
meetings. Kubby encouraged ~ty participation ' forums dealing with Y2k issues
affecting citizens and requested staff follow-up with orums and cable programs. Kubby
referenced a notice of intent t commence citizen ac 'on distributed at Council's work
session the previous evening rom Mississippi River Re 'val regarding the city's water
plan. Staff will report back.
Council Member O'Do nell noted Cedar Rapids was bu ing a skateboard park and
questioned getting some { their research. Vanderhoe{ st ,ted she had requested
information and would hay copies made for Council. O'Donnell ported on the SEATS
parking is allowed on o e side, and encouraged citizens to call with"any questions or
construction project being done during the school year and the need for further
discussion of the Pine Street tunnel bridge. Council agreed to discuss the matter at their
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Page 7
CIP budget session later in the week. Vanderhoef announced Chamber
legislative breakfasts were scheduled for January 30, February 27 22 and April
Council Member rton requested an update on water wastewater projects,
li , u for Kids
Sake fund raiser for Big BrotherSBig Sisters.
Council agreed to meet 5: -wi~:30 p.m. on
4:30-5:30 p.m. on February 22 ,the Planning
their work sessions) \
The City Manager reminded Coui~.,il of
27 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. \.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded b'
declared the motion carried unanimously,
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
8 with the Senior Center, and
~d Zoning Commission (both prior to
budget session scheduled on January
'Donnell, to adjourn 10:20 p.m. The Mayor
II Council Members present.
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Subject to change as finalized by the City
Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office, 356-5040.
The cost of publishing the following
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Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said
publication is $
OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 1/12/99
Iowa City City Council, regular
meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor
Lehman presiding. Council Members present:
Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell,
Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None.
The Mayor presented the Outstanding
Student Citizenship Awards to Longfellow
Elementary Students: Sarah Burns, Kayla
Casavant, Josh Cambridge, Betsy Pusack.
The Mayor proclaimed Volunteer
Blood Donor Month - January. Betsy Tatro,
American Red Cross accepted.
Moved and seconded that the
following items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, and/or adopted
as amended and to delete from the Consent
Calendar 4e(2) a resolution setting a public
hearing for January 26 on plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate
of cost for the construction of the Foster
Road paving and Water Facility Site
Development - Phase II Improvements
project:
Approval of Official Council
Actions of the special meeting of
December 14, and the regular meeting
of December 15, as published, subject
to corrections, as recommended by
the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and
Commissions: Animal Control
Advisory Bd. - November 12. Bd. of
Adjustment - December 9. Civil
Service Comm. - December 8.
Historic Preservation Comm. -
November 12, December 10
Approve the proposed
amendments to the 1997
Iowa City Building Code
regarding the replacement of
roofing, siding, and windows.
Housing & Community Development
Comm. - November 19. Airport
Comm. - November 12. P&R Comm. -
December 9. P&Z Comm. - December
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January 12, 1999
Page 2
3, December 17. PCRB - December
15
Defer action on approval of
the PCRB SOP's until after the
joint meeting between the
City Council and the PCRB.
PCRB - December 22
Meet with PCRB on February
11, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
PCRB - January 5
1) Defer action on approval of
the PCRB SOPs until after
Council meets with PCRB
members, 2) Receive PCRB
Public Report #98-18, and 3)
Receive PCRB Public Report
#98-20.
Public Art Advisory Comm. -
September 3,' October 1, October 13,
October 14
Approve the concept
"Weatherdance" by Andrea
Myklebust and Stanton Sears
for the new water feature in
the downtown pedestrian
mall.
Public Art Advisory Cornre. -
November 5, December 3
Approve by-law amendments
changing the number of
appointees from four to five
and specifying that three
appointees shall be art or
design professionals and two
shall be from the general
public.
Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. -
October 21, November 18. Sr. Center
Comm. - November 17.
Permit Motions: Class C Liquor
License for Aoeshe Restaurant, 624
S. Gilbert St. Class C liquor License
for Airliner, 22 S. Clinton St. Class C
Liquor License for Union Bar, 121 E.
College St. Class C Beer Permit for
QuikTrip #552, 25 W. Burlington St.
Class C Liquor License for One Eyed
Jake's, 18-20 S. Clinton St. Class E
Liquor License for Cub Foods, 855
Hwy. 1 West. Class B Wine Permit for
Cub Foods, 855 Hwy. I West. Class
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January I 2, 1999
Page 3
C Beer Permit for Cub Foods, 855
Hwy. 1 West. RES. 99-1, ISSUE
DANCING PERMITS. RES. 99-2,
ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Motions: APPROVE
DISBURSEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $11,183,937.37 FOR THE PERIOD
OF NOVEMBER 1 THROUGH
NOVEMBER 30, 1998, AS
RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE
DIRECTOR SUBJECT TO AUDIT.
Setting Public Hearings: RES.
99-3, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING
ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE
ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$4,700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS (FOR AN ESSENTIAL
CORPORATE PURPOSE) OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF.
RES. 99-4, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
THE COLLEGE STREET PEDESTRIAN
MALL WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT
PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK
TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS
ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 99-5,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1998
PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT.
RES. 99-6, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE SENIOR CENTER '97-'98
HVAC RENOVATION PROJECT. RES.
99-7, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN
REGARDING A RENTAL
REHABILITATION LOAN FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 212Y2
SOUTH CLINTON STREET, IOWA
CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: Doris
Malkmus (Historic Preservation
Commission) regarding history survey.
Laurie Robinson (JC Historical
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January I 2, 1999
Page 4
Society) regarding budget. Linda
Whitaker regarding, Riverside Theatre.
L. Graham Dameron (JC Department
of Public Health) regarding retail
permit holder penalty for selling
cigarettes to minors. Mary Lamm
regarding Benton Street. Ron Vogel
regarding schools and zoning
regulations. JCCOG Traffic
Engineering Planner: Removal of Two
Metered Parallel Parking Spaces on
the West Side of the 10 Block of
North Dubuque Street; Removal of
Two Handicapped Parking Spaces on
500 East Davenport Street; Parking
Prohibition on River Street from Lee
Street West 300' on the North Side.
Civil Service Commission submitting
certified lists of applicants for the
following position(s): Customer
Service Representative; Housing
Program Assistant; Maintenance
Worker I - Parking. Judy Pfohl
regarding increasing Police in budget.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Barbara and William Buss, 747 W.
Benton St., appeared regarding the widening
of Benton Street.
Moved and seconded to set a public
hearing for January 26 on an ordinance
conditionally changing the zoning designation
of approximately 61.8 acres located south of
Whispering Meadows Drive from Medium
Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to
Factory Built Housing Residential (RFBH -
59.25 acres) and Low Density Multi-Family
Residential (RM-12 - 2.55 acres). The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an
ordinance designating 2 South Linn Street as
an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The
following people appeared: Steven Yardley,
1820 Jeffrey St.; Michaelanne Widness, 629
Melrose Ave.; Lloyd Wannveer; and Rich
Carlson, 309 Finkbine Lane. Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence from:
John McKinstry on behalf of First Christian
Church; Warren Tunwall. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an
ordinance changing the zoning designation of
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January I 2, 1999
Page 5
approximately 0.2 acres located at 703
Benton Court from Medium Density Single-
Family Residential (RS-8) to High Density
Multi-Family Residential (RM-44). The
following individuals appeared: Robert
Downer, arty. for & advisory director for
Christian Retirement Services/Oaknoll;
Christine Denberg; William Knabe, 1101
Weeber Circle, representing Weeber-Harlocke
Neighborhood Assn.; Edgar Volk, Oaknoll;
William Buss, 747 W. Benton St.; and Ed
Ruppernkamp. Moved and seconded to
accept correspondence from: William Buss;
William Knabe, Weeber-Harlocke
Neighborhood Assn.; Residents of Oaknoll
Retirement Residence. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an
ordinance changing the zoning designation of
21.26 asres located on the east side of
Naples Avenue form Intensive Commercial
(C1-1) to Sensitive Areas Overlay Zone-
Intensive Commercial (OSA-CI-1).
Moved and seconded that the rule
requiring ordinances to be voted on for final
passage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the second consideration and
vote be waived, and that ORD. 98-3867,
VACATING THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
SOUTH OF HORACE-MANN SCHOOLAND
EAST OF MARKET SQUARE PARK, AND THE
20 FOOT WIDE ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY
SOUTH OF HORACE MANN SCHOOL AND
WEST OF DODGE STREET, be voted on for
final passage at this time. The Mayor declared
the motion carried. The Mayor declared
motion carried. Moved and seconded that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-8, APPROVING A FINAL PLAT OF
VILLAGE GREEN PART XVI.
Moved and seconded to continue to
January 26, a public hearing on a resolution
approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Park Maintenance Building
in Napoleon Park. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
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January 12, 1999
Page 6
Moved and seconded to defer to
January 26, a resolution approving plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate
of cost for the construction of the park
maintenance building in Napoleon Park. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on a
resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for
construction of the Summit Street Bridge
Reconstruction Project.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-9, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SUMMIT
STREET BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT [PROJECT NO. BRM-3715(13)--8N-
52], ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID
SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING
TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a
resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for
construction of the Sand Pit Pump Station -
Lower Terminus Project.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-1 O, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAND PIT PUMP
STATION - LOWER TERMINUS PROJECT,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY
TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE
FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a
resolution authorizing conditional conveyance
of vacated portions of the old Johnson Street
right-of-way and adjoining alley located east
of North Market Square Park, and south of
Horace Mann School, to the iowa City School
District for the purposes of providing a nearby
public park to the students of Horace Mann
School, for a public purpose and without
compensation.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-11, AUTHORIZING THE CONDITIONAL
CONVEYANCE OF VACATED PORTIONS OF
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January I 2, 1999
Page 7
THE OLD JOHNSON STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY
AND ADJOINING ALLEY LOCATED EAST OF
NORTH MARKET SQUARE PARK, AND
SOUTH OF HORACE MANN SCHOOL, TO
THE IOWA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE
PURPOSES OF PROVIDING A NEARBY
PUBLIC PARK TO THE STUDENTS OF
HORACE MANN SCHOOL, FOR A PUBLIC
PURPOSE AND WITHOUT COMPENSATION.
Public discussion was held on an
ordinance Section 14, Chapter 5, Article A,
Building Code, by adopting Volumes 1, 2, and
3 of the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building
Code published by the International
Conference of Building Officials, and
providing for certain amendments thereof; to
provide for the protection of the health,
welfare, and safety of the Citizens of Iowa
City, Iowa. The following individuals
appeared: Charles Hawtrey, 715 Summit;
Michaelanne Widness and Mike Gunn,
Historic Preservation Commission; Elizabeth
"Betty" Nolan, 513 S. Summit; John Beasley,
602 First Ave.; and Mark Hall, 1733 Brown
Deer Rd. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from: David Thompson; Jim
& Ginalie Swaim. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the
ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5,
Article A, Building Code, by adopting
Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of the 1997 Edition of
the Uniform Building Code published by the
International Conference of Building Officials,
and providing for certain amendments
thereof; to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of
Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for
consideration. Moved and seconded to amend
Section A12A of the ordinance to read
"...reapplication of siding and replacement of
windows...". The Mayor declared the motion
carried. The Mayor declared the motion
carried on first consideration of the amended
ordinance.
Moved and seconded that the
ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Fire
Prevention and Protection, by adopting the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code and
providing for certain amendments thereof; to
provide for the protection of the health,
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January 12, 1999
Page 8
welfare and safety of the citizens of Iowa
City, Iowa, be given first vote for
consideration. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that the
ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 5,
Article B, of the City Code, by adopting the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code,
with certain amendments, to regulate the
practice, materials and fixtures used in the
installation, maintenance, extension, and
alteration of all piping, fixtures, appliances
and appurtenances in connection with various
plumbing systems, to provide for the issuance
of permits and inspection of plumbing
installations and the collection of fees, and to
provide penalties for violations, be given first
vote for consideration. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the
ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5,
Article F, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
Code, by adopting the 1997 Edition of the
Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Building Code published by the
International Conference of Building Officials,
and providing for certain amendments
thereof; to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare and safety of the citizens of
Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for
consideration. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that the
ordinance creating Section 14, Chapter 5,
Article J, Building Conservation Code, by
adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform
Code for Building Conservation as published
by the International Conference of Building
Officials, to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of
Iowa City, Iowa, be given first consideration.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the
ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5,
Article D, Mechanical Code, by adopting the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code
published by the International Conference of
Building Officials, and providing for certain
amendments thereof; to provide for the
protection of the health, welfare, and safety
of the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa, be given
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January 12, 1999
Page 9
first vote for consideration. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-12, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FOSTER ROAD
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-13, ESTABLISHING A REVISED
SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR
PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES AND
PROGRAMS, EXCLUDING THE POTTER'S
STUDIO.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-14, ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES
FOR THE POTTER'S STUDIO IN THE ROBERT
A. LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-15, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A
REVISED CHAPTER 28E AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
THE CITY OF CORALVILLE REGARDING
CERTAIN OBLIGATIONS INVOLVING THE
IOWA RIVER POWER DAM RENOVATION
PROJECT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-16, AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL FUNDING
FOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION SERVICES BY
ACSG, INC. IN CONNECTION WITH THE
AIRPORT MASTER PLAN PROJECT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES.
99-17, TO ADOPT THE IOWA CITY POLICE
CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES.
Police Citizens Review Board Member John
Watson appeared. After discussion, moved
and seconded to defer the resolution to
February 23, 1999. The Mayor declared the
motion defeated. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved and seconded by to adopt
RES. 99-18, ADOPTING THE SALES TAX
POLICY. After discussion, moved and
seconded to amend Item/13) of the policy,
third paragraph, third sentence to read as
follows "Upon payment of the expenses for
operating the Library and for the operational
subsidy of the Event Center, any additional
monies generated by the 10% sales tax
contribution can be directed toward financing
of community activities and events such as
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January 12, 1999
Page 10
local festivals." The Mayor declared the
motion to amend carried. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted as amended.
The Mayor noted the current
vacancies: Historic Preservation Cornre. -
Four vacancies (including one Brown Street
District and one Moffitt Cottage District
representative) to fill three-year terms ending
March 29, 2002; Telecommunications Comm.
- Two vacancies to fill three-year terms
ending March 13, 2002. These appointments
will be made at the February 23 Council
Meeting.
Moved anc~ seconded to accept a
recommendation from the Johnson County
Board of Supervisors to appoint Russell
Bennett to the Riverfront & Natural Areas
Comm., to a term ending December 31,
2001. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn
11:05 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A more complete description of
Council activities and disbursements is on file
in the office of the City Clerk and Finance
Department.
s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
s/Mari~r, ~, C1~.¥~.~
Subm~ed for publication 1/21/99
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office, 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JANUARY 12, 1999
Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor
Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton,
O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling,
Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, Fowler, O'Neil, Schmadeke, Gannon. Council minutes tape recorded
on Tapes 99-7 & 99-8, Both Sides; 99-9, Side 1.
The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Longfellow
Elementary Students: Sarah Burns, Kayla Casavant, Josh Cambridge, Betsy Pusack.
The Mayor proclaimed Volunteer Blood Donor Month - January. Betsy Tatro,
American Red Cross accepted.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, and/or adopted as amended and
to delete from the Consent Calendar 4e(2) a resolution setting a public hearing for
January 26 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Foster Road paving and Water Facility Site Development - Phase II
Improvements project:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meeting of December 14,
and the regular meeting of December 15, as published, subject to corrections, as
recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Animal Control Advisory Bd. -
November 12. Bd. of Adjustment - December 9. Civil Service Comm. - December
8. Historic Preservation Comm. - November 12, December 10
Approve the proposed amendments to the 1997 Iowa City Building Code
regarding the replacement of roofing, siding, and windows.
Housing & Community Development Comm. - November 19. Airport Comm. -
November 12. P&R Comm. - December 9. P&Z Comm. - December 3, December
17. PCRB- December 15
Defer action on approval of the PCRB SOP's until after the joint meeting
between the City Council and the PCRB.
PCRB - December 22
Meet with PCRB on February 11, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
PCRB - January 5
1) Defer action on approval of the PCRB SOPs until after Council meets
with PCRB members, 2) Receive PCRB Public Report//98-18, and 3)
Receive PCRB Public Report//98-20.
Public Art Advisory Comm. - September 3, October 1, October 13, October 14
Approve the concept "Weatherdance" by Andrea Myklebust and Stanton
Sears for the new water feature in the downtown pedestrian mall.
Public Art Advisory Comm. - November 5, December 3
Approve by-law amendments changing the number of appointees from four
to five and specifying that three appointees shall be art or design
professionals and two shall be from the general public.
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Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - October 21, November 18. Sr. Center
Comm. - November 17.
Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Aoeshe Restaurant, 624 S.
Gilbert St. Class C liquor License for Airliner, 22 S. Clinton St. Class C Liquor
License for Union Bar, 121 E. College St. Class C Beer Permit for QuikTrip//552,
25 W. Burlington St. Class C Liquor License for One Eyed Jake's, 18-20 S.
Clinton St. Class E Liquor License for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy. 1 West. Class B Wine
Permit for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy. 1 West. Class C Beer Permit for Cub Foods, 855
Hwy. 1 West. RES. 99-1, 13k. 121, p. 1, ISSUE DANCING PERMITS. RES. 99-2,
Bk. 121, p. 2, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Motions: APPROVE DISBURSEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF
911,183,937.37 FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30,
1998, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE DIRECTOR SUBJECT TO AUDIT.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-3, Bk. 121, p. 3, FIXING DATE of January
26, 1999 FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT
TO EXCEED 94,700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (FOR AN ESSENTIAL
CORPORATE PURPOSE) OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF. RES. 99-4, Bk. 121, p. 4, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING for January 26, 1999 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
COLLEGE STREET PEDESTRIAN MALL WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION.
Resolutions, Bk. 121: RES. 99-5, p. 5, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1998 PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT. RES. 99-6, p.
6, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SENIOR CENTER '97-'98 HVAC
RENOVATION PROJECT. RES. 99-7, p. 7, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A
RENTAL REHABILITATION LOAN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 21272
SOUTH CLINTON STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: Doris Malkmus (Historic Preservation Commission)
regarding history survey. Laurie Robinson (JC Historical Society) regarding budget.
Linda Whitaker regarding Riverside Theatre. U Graham Dameron (JC Department
of Public Health) regarding retail permit holder penalty for selling cigarettes to
minors, Mary Lamm regarding Benton Street. Ron Vogel regarding schools and
zoning regulations. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner: Removal of Two Metered
Parallel Parking Spaces on the West Side of the 10 Block of North Dubuque
Street; Removal of Two Handicapped Parking Spaces on 500 East Davenport
Street; Parking Prohibition on River Street from Lee Street West 300' on the North
Side. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the
following position(s): Customer Service Representative; Housing Program
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Page 3
Assistant; Maintenance Worker I - Parking. Judy Pfohl regarding increasing Police
in budget.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Barbara and William Buss, 747 W. Benton St., appeared regarding the widening of
Benton Street.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to set a public hearing for January 26
on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 61.8
acres located south of Whispering Meadows Drive from Medium Density Single-Family
Residential (RS~8) to Factory Built Housing Residential (RFBH - 59.25 acres) and Low
Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12 - 2.55 acres) (Saddlebrook). The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance designating 2 South Linn Street as an
Iowa City Historic Landmark (Harmon Building). The following people appeared: Steven
Yardley, 1820 Jeffrey St.; Michaelanne Widness, 629 Melrose Ave.; Lloyd Wannveer;
and Rich Carlson, 309 Finkbine Lane. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Kubby, to
accept correspondence from: John McKinstry on behalf of First Christian Church; Warren
Tunwall. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of
approximately 0.2 acres located at 703 Benton Court from Medium Density Single-
Family Residential (RS-8) to High Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-44) (Oaknoll).
Mayor Lehman stated he was a member of the Oaknoll Board of Directors and would not
be sitting in for the item. Mayor Lehman left the room, Mayor Pro tern Thornberry
presiding. City Atty. Dilkes stated the Council Member Vanderhoef informed her that her
husband was also on the board. The City Atty. stated that Council Member Vanderhoef
indicated there was no financial benefit and that her relationship did not compromise her
ability to make a decision on this matter, she therefore saw no conflict. Council Member
Vanderhoef stated the same. The following individuals appeared: Robert Downer, atty.
for & advisory director for Christian Retirement Services/Qaknoll; Christine Denberg;
William Knabe, 1101 Weeber Circle, representing Weeber-Harlocke Neighborhood Assn.;
Edgar Volk, Oaknoll; William Buss, 747 W. Benton St.; and Ed Ruppernkamp. Moved by
Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from: William Buss; William
Knabe, Weeber-Harlocke Neighborhood Assn.; Residents of Oaknoll Retirement
Residence. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of
21.26 acres located on the east side of Naples Avenue form Intensive Commercial (C1-1)
to Sensitive Areas Overlay Zone-Intensive Commercial (QSA-CI-1) (WB Development).
No one appeared.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the rule requiring ordinances
to be voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it
is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and
that ORD. 98-3867, Bk. 42, p. 47, VACATING THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY SOUTH OF
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HORACE-MANN SCHOOLAND EAST OF MARKET SQUARE PARK, AND THE 20 FOOT
WIDE ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY SOUTH OF HORACE MANN SCHOOL AND WEST OF
DODGE STREET, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the
motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton,
O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. The Mayor
declared motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-8, Bk. 121, p. 8,
APPROVING A FINAL PLAT OF VILLAGE GREEN PART XVI. PCD Director Franklin
present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to continue to January 26, a public
hearing on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of
cost for the construction of the Park Maintenance Building in Napoleon Park. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to defer to January 26, a resolution
approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
construction of the park maintenance building in Napoleon Park. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Summit Street Bridge
Reconstruction Project. Asst. City Engr. Gannon present for discussion.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-9, Bk. 121, p. 99,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SUMMIT STREET BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT [PROJECT NO. BRM-3715(13)--8N-52], ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID
SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Sand Pit Pump Station - Lower
Terminus Project. No one appeared.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-10, Bk. 121, p. 10,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAND PIT PUMP STATION - LOWER TERMINUS
PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present the Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
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A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conditional conveyance of
vacated portions of the old Johnson Street right-of-way and adjoining alley located east
of North Market Square Park, and south of Horace Mann School, to the Iowa City School
District for the purposes of providing a nearby public park to the students of Horace
Mann School, for a public purpose and without compensation. No one appeared.
Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-11, Bk. 42, p. 11,
AUTHORIZING THE CONDITIONAL CONVEYANCE OF VACATED PORTIONS OF THE
OLD JOHNSON STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY AND ADJOINING ALLEY LOCATED EAST OF
NORTH MARKET SQUARE PARK, AND SOUTH OF HORACE MANN SCHOOL, TO THE
IOWA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PURPOSES OF PROVIDING A NEARBY PUBLIC
PARK TO THE STUDENTS OF HORACE MANN SCHOOL, FOR A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND
WITHOUT COMPENSATION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Public discussion was held on an ordinance Section 14, Chapter 5, Article A,
Building Code, by adopting Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of the 1997 Edition of the Uniform
Building Code published by the International Conference of Building Officials, and
providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the protection of the health,
welfare, and safety of the Citizens of Iowa City, Iowa. The following individuals
appeared: Charles Hawtrey, 715 Summit; Michaelanne Widness and Mike Gunn,
Historic Preservation Commission; Elizabeth "Betty" Nolan, 513 S. Summit; John
Beasley, 602 First Ave.; and Mark Hall, 1733 Brown Deer Rd. Sr. Bldg. Inspector
Hennes present for discussion. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to
accept correspondence from: David Thompson; Jim & Ginalie Swaim. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously,7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending
Section 14, Chapter 5, Article A, Building Code, by adopting Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Building Code published by the International Conference of
Building Officials, and providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the
protection of the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa, be given
first vote for consideration. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to amend
Section A12A of the ordinance to read "...reapplication of siding and replacement of
windows...". The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Members present. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried on first consideration of the amended
ordinance.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending Title 7,
Chapter 1, Fire Prevention and Protection, by adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform
Fire Code and providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the protection of
the health, welfare and safety of the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for
consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance amending Title 14,
Chapter 5, Article B, of the City Code, by adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform
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Plumbing Code, with certain amendments, to regulate the practice, materials and fixtures
used in the installation, maintenance, extension, and alteration of all piping, fixtures,
appliances and appurtenances in connection with various plumbing systems, to provide
for the issuance of permits and inspection of plumbing installations and the collection of
fees, and to provide penalties for violations, be given first vote for consideration.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Kubby absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending Section
14, Chapter 5, Article F, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code, by adopting the 1997
Edition of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Building Code published by
the International Conference of Building Officials, and providing for certain amendments
thereof; to provide for the protection of the health, welfare and safety of the citizens of
Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Kubby absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance creating
Section 14, Chapter 5, Article J, Building Conservation Code, by adopting the 1997
Edition of the Uniform Code for Building Conservation as published by the International
Conference of Building Officials, to provide for the protection of the health, welfare, and
safety of the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa, be given first consideration. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Kubby absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance amending
Section 14, Chapter 5, Article D, Mechanical Code, by adopting the 1997 Edition of the
Uniform Mechanical Code published by the International Conference of Building Officials,
and providing for certain amendments thereof; to provide for the protection of the
health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for
consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Kubby absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-12, Bk. 121, p. 12,
AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-13, Bk. 121, p.
13, ESTABLISHING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR PARKS AND
RECREATION SERVICES AND PROGRAMS, EXCLUDING THE POTTER'S STUDIO.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-14, Bk. 121, p. 14,
ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES FOR THE POTTER'S STUDIO IN THE ROBERT A.
LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0/1,
with Vanderhoef absent and Kubby abstaining. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
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Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-15, Bk. 121, p.
15, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A REVISED CHAPTER 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF CORALVILLE REGARDING CERTAIN
OBLIGATIONS INVOLVING THE IOWA RIVER POWER DAM RENOVATION PROJECT.
Public Works Director Schmadeke present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-16, Bk. 1 21, p. 16,
AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION SERVICES BY
ACSG, INC, IN CONNECTION WITH THE AIRPORT MASTER PLAN PROJECT. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Norton, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman. Nays: Thornberry, Kubby. Absent:
None.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-17, Bk. 1 21, p.
17, TO ADOPT THE IOWA CITY POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES. Police Citizens Review Board Member
John Watson appeared. After discussion, moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion to
defer the resolution to February 23, 1999. The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 2/5,
with the following division of voice vote: Ayes: Kubby, Champion. Nays: Lehman,
Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted,
6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman,
Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None.
Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-18, Bk. 121, p. 18,
ADOPTING THE SALES TAX POLICY. After discussion, moved by Norton, seconded by
Thornberry, to amend Item #3) of the policy, third paragraph, third sentence to read as
follows "Upon payment of the expenses for operating the Library and for the operational
subsidy of the Event Center, any additional monies generated by the 10% sales tax
contribution can be directed toward financing of community activities and events such
as local festivals." The Mayor declared the motion to amend carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Council Members present. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted as amended.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Historic Preservation Cornre. - Four
vacancies (including one Brown Street District and one Moffitt Cottage District
representative) to fill three-year terms ending March 29, 2002; Telecommunications
Comm. - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms ending March 13, 2002. These
appointments will be made at the February 23 Council Meeting.
Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept a recommendation from the
Johnson County Board of Supervisors to appoint Russell Bennett to the Riverfront &
Natural Areas Comm., to a term ending December 31, 2001. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Council Member Kubby noted the letter from Riverfront & Natural Areas
Commission Chair Courtney Daniels regarding the flood plain development policy and
requested the matter be referred to the Planning & Zoning Commission for inclusion in
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their work schedule, majority of Council agreed; requested the City's Good Neighbor
Policies be forwarded to the school district administrative offices to promote good
communications; noted the letter from Ron Vogel regarding schools and zoning
regulations, City Atty.'s office will respond; reminded the public the mixed paper and
magazines will be implemented as part of the city's curbside recycling project in the fall
of 1999; announced a fundraiser for the Free Medical Clinic on January 17; reminded
citizens of a major reassessment project currently underway and individuals with proper
ID's signed by City Assessor Dan Hudson, will knocking on doors requesting entry into
houses. Thornberry suggested publicizing target areas so citizens could be expecting
them. The matter will be discussed at the City Conference Board meeting on January
25; clarified that the Public Arts Advisory Committee could carry over unused money
into the next year, Council concurred and requested staff notify the Committee;
reminded citizens of the Bowl for Kids Sake on February 27, Council Members will be
bowling and collecting pledges to benefit Big Brothers/Big Sisters Programs.
Council Member O'Donnell noted he and fellow Council Member Champion were
completing their first year on Council and thanked Council Members, City staff and the
City Manager for making this a tremendous learning experience.
Council Member Thornberry noted the recently approved affordable home
ownership program and encouraged citizens who have lived in Johnson County for at
least a year to apply; announced that he had sold Burger King effective December 31.
Council Member Norton questioned when Council would be discussing the request
from Historic Preservation for a downtown historic survey, the City Mgr. suggested it be
discussed at the budget session of January 14; questioned a response to the state
cigarette policy, the City Atty. stated her staff would be meeting with the County Atty.
in the near future.
Mayor Lehman requested that the City Manager pass along compliments of the
City Council and local residents on the snow removal effects following last week-ends
snowfall.
Moved by Kubby, seconded by Thornberry, to adjourn 11:05 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk