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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-04-20 Council minutesSubject 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 APRIL 20, 1999 Iowa City City Council meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef. Absent: Thornberry. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Rockwell, Yucuis, Trueblood, Franklin, Head, Nasby. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-45, Side 2; 99-48, Both Sides; 99-49, Side 1. The Mayor announced that a Transit public hearing was scheduled for the May 18th Council meeting to discuss proposed changes to bus routes and that hearing would scheduled immediately after the Consent Calendar. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Weber Elementary to students: Anant Handa; Travis Meade, Laura Smith. The Mayor proclaimed: Iowa City Dandelion Week - May 2-9, Rock & Jan Willlares accepted; Iowa City's 160th Birthday - May 4, Melvin Dvorsky accepted; Census 2000 - Chris Nolte, Census Bureau Government Partnership Specialist accepted. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, that the following items and recommendations on the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meetings of March 29, March 30, and the regular meeting of April 6, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. - March 11. Historic Preservation Comm. - March 11, March 23. Human Rights Commission - February 22, March 29. Library Board of Trustees - March 25. P&Z Comm. - April 1. PCRB - March 30. Receive PCRB Summary Dismissal Report//99-01. Public Art Advisory Comm. - March 4. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Sam's Pizza, 321 S. Gilbert St. Class A Liquor License for Loyal Order of Moose Iowa City Lodge//1096, 3151 Hwy. 6 East. Class C Beer Permit for DeliMart//3, 2410 Mormon Trek Blvd. Class C Liquor License for Red Lobster//759, 1069 Highway 1 West. Class B Beer Permit for Chill & Grill, 206 N. Linn St. RES. 99-115, Bk. 121, p. 115, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. Motions: Approving Abstract of Voters for Sales Tax election held March 30, 1999. Approving disbursements in the amount of $11,253,510.10 for the period of March 1 through March 31, 1999, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-116, Bk. 1 21, p. 116, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for May 4 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY PROJECT, DIRECTING THE Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 2 CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-117, Bk. 121, p. 117, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for May 4 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE WESTMINSTER SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT 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. 99-118, p. 118, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO A SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE OWNERS OF 1030 RIVER STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-119, p. 119, ACCEPTING WORK FOR THE NORTH IOWA RIVER CORRIDOR SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. RES. 99-120, p. 120, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING THREE STATEMENT OF LIFE LIENS, A NO-INTEREST PROMISSORY NOTE, AND A TEN-YEAR DEPRECIATION PROMISSORY NOTE AND A REHABILITATION AGREEMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 821 EAST CHURCH STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-121, p. 1 21, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND PFL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, AN IOWA CORPORATION, CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 611, 61 3, 615, 625, and 627 IOWA AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-122, p. 122, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A REHABILITATION AGREEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF LIFE LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 510 SECOND AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-123, p. 123, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A STATEMENT OF LIFE LIEN, A PROMISSORY NOTE, A MORTGAGE AND A REHABILITATION AGREEMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 518 BOWERY STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-124, p. 124, 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 1704 F STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-125, p. 125, AUTHORIZING ABANDONED BICYCLE SALE TO BE HELD MAY 8, 1999. Correspondence: K. Jesse Singerman (ICPL Board of Trustees) regarding referendum. Ilse Bendorf regarding student citizenship awards. Sally Robinson regarding Jack Young properties. Audrey and Jeffrey Knox regarding Tower Court parking. Arthur Miller and Peter Matthes regarding IC Police Department/student survey. Harriet Gooding regarding 3rd Annual Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 3 Americans with Disabilities Act Observance. Cynthia Parsons regarding building code, water regulations, refuse billing [staff response included]. John Calvin Jones regarding D.A.R.E. Judith Weeg regarding Elderly Services. Keith Meyer regarding Cottage Bakery. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Operations Supervisor. Ellen McCabe regarding intersection of Kirkwood and Gilbert Court. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. Jeanette Ockenfels, Capitol House Apartments, presented a petition requesting a longer walk light at the Burlington Street/Dubuque Street intersection. Council requested staff follow-up. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Kubby, to accept the petition. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. John Jones appeared regarding the DARE program, and the number of alcohol possession citations issued by the Police Department over the past two weeks. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to accept DARE correspondence. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Carol deProsse, Lone Tree, appeared regarding the DARE program, and questioned how the impact of a citizen petition to compel a citywide vote on library expansion would impact Council decision on capital projects. The Mayor noted Council would be discussing those issues at a special work session scheduled May 5 at 8:00 AM in Council Chambers. Beryl Gillespie questioned when the public hearing would be on the increase in utilities. Council stated the matter would be discussed under item #8 of the agenda. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef to set a public hearing for May 4 on an ordinance amending City Code Section 14-6, "Zoning Chapter," concerning definitions and parking requirements for carryout, delivery, and drive-through restaurants. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to set a public hearing for May 4 on an ordinance amending the Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-12) plan for Silvercrest, a 20.87-acre 5-lot residential subdivision including 68 assisted living units, 120 independent living units, a 40-bed medical rehabilitation facility and a 900 square foot medical office building, located at the southeast quadrant of Scott Boulevard and American Legion Road. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to accept correspondence from Merlin Lawrence, Vice-President Dial Land Development. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. Cole Chase, Home Builder's Association, appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from: David Purdy; Douglas Baynton; Scott Hochstrasser, Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 4 International Planning Associates. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to continue the public hearing to May 18. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending City Code subsections 14-5H, Site Plan Review, and 14-6S, Performance Standards, regarding lighting standards. The following individuals appeared: David Woodruff (read letter from Robert Olick); Lori Benz, 2012 Dunlap Ct.; Leroy Knight; Jan Willlares; Feather Lacey, 307 3rd Avenue. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to continue the public hearing to May 4. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving annexation of 5.55 acres located in the northwest quadrant of American Legion Road and Taft Avenue (Knights of Columbus). No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Patrick Harney, President, Knight's of Columbus. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Public hearing on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of 5.55 acres located in the northwest quadrant of American Legion Road and Taft Avenue (Knights of Columbus). No one appeared. A public hearing was held on a resolution annexing approximately 10.3 acres of property located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street (Scott Blvd East Part 3). Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants, appeared. Moved by Kubby, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer to May 4 the resolution annexing approximately 10.3 acres of property located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street (Scott BIvd East Part 3). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to continue to May 4, a public hearing on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of approximately 14.83 acres located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8), Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12), and County Suburban Residential (RS) to Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH- 8; 8.37 acres), Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5; 5.63 acres), and Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12; .83 acres), and a request for a preliminary OPDH plan to allow 74 dwelling units on 8.16 acres (Scott Blvd East Part 3). PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. The following individuals appeared: Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Peter Fisher, 3722 Hummingbird Lane; and Developer Larry Mazotta. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to defer to May 4 an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 14.83 acres located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8), Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12), and County Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 5 Suburban Residential (RS) to Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-8; 8.37 acres), Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5; 5.63 acres), and Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12; .83 acres), and a request for a preliminary OPDH plan to allow 72 dwelling units on 8.16 acres (Scott Blvd East Part 3). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending City Code subsection 14-4B pertaining to a change in Board of Adjustment notice requirements and incorporation of Board powers and procedures into the Zoning Chapter, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer to May 4, a resolution approving a preliminary and final plat of Milder Meadows, a 43.4-acre, two-lot residential subdivision with one outlot located in Fringe Area B at 4872 American Legion Road. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held regarding the FYO0 Annual Action Plan, including the FY00 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) Budget, for Iowa City. The following individuals appeared: Ruth Baker, 515 W. Benton; Judy Gerlitz, 1212 Duck Creek Drive; Gretchen Schmuch, Chair, HCDC; and Bob Jackson, Mideastern Iowa Community Mental Health Center. Community Development Coordinator Head present for discussion. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to accept correspondence from Judy Gerlitz, president and Charles Coulter, Vice-President of the Old Brick Church and Community Center. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. A public hearing was held 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 increase or change the rates for fees and charges for potable water use and service, wastewater treatment, and solid waste charges. Finance Director Yucuis present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell to continue to May 4, a public hearing on the conveyance of 2750 Irving Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year on all property located within the Northgate Corporate Park Urban Renewal Project Area, in the City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, State of Iowa, by and for the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, Iowa City Community School District and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and interest on loans, monies advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by said City in connection with said urban renewal redevelopment project, be given second vote for consideration. City Atty. Dilkes presented Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 6 information. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 99-3877, Bk. 42, p. 11, AMENDING CITY CODE TITLE 8, CHAPTER 8, ENTITLED "POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD," SECTION 3, ENTITLED "DEFINITION OF COMPLAINT; COMPLAINT PROCESS IN GENERAL," SECTION 6, ENTITLED "POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT TO THE BOARD; CITY MANAGER'S REPORT TO THE BOARD," AND SECTION 7, ENTITLED "DUTIES OF THE BOARD; COMPLAINT REVIEW AND GENERAL DUTIES," AND ADDING AN ADDITIONAL SECTION 11, ENTITLED "TIME COMPUTATION," REGARDING THE TIME LIMIT ALLOWED FOR FILING OF COMPLAINTS AND FOR REPORTS TO THE BOARD AND CITY COUNCIL. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by, Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-126, Bk. 121, p. ,126, AMENDING FEES AND TIMED DURATION FOR SOUND EQUIPMENT PERMITS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-127, Bk. 121, p. 127, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF IOWA CITY AND MIP LESSEE, L.P. CONCERNING THE DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PHASE 2 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-128, Bk. 121, p. 128, DIRECTING SALE OF ~9,200,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS. Finance Director Yucuis present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-129, Bk. 1 21, p. 129, CERTIFYING UNPAID WATER, WASTEWATER, SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING CHARGES, INCLUDING FEES AND PENALTIES, TO JOHNSON COUNTY FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS A PROPERTY TAX. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-130, Bk. 121, p. 130, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE KIWANIS PARK DEVELOPMENT AND TY'N CAE STORMWATER PROJECT to Peterson Contractors for 9338,477.55. Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous. 6/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-131, Bk. 121, p. 131, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO JOIN IN CERTAIN LITIGATION AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT (Wellmark Blue Cross Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 7 and Blue Shield). City Atty. Dilkes presented information. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Thornberry absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: Human Rights Commission - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001. Parks and Recreation Commission - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. These appointments will be made at the May 4 Council meeting. Police Citizens Review Board - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the May 18 Council meeting. In response to Council Member Kubby, City Manager Atkins outlined the City's emergency plan and cooperative efforts with other entities. Council Member Kubby reminded citizens of upcoming events: Earth Day (April 20) and remaining events planned for Earth Week; Farmers Market, May-October at the Chauncey Swam Ramp; Project Green Garden Fair, May 8, Carver Hawkeye Arena, 9:00- 11:30 AM; Labor Party May Day picnic at Shelter 11 at City Park on May 1 at 2:00 PM; Local Currency Committee picnic at Happy Hollow Park on May 2; and transit proposed changes public informational meeting at the Public Library on May 6, 3:45-5:45, and Council's public hearing on May 18 on the changes. Council Member Champion reported she had been called by the Police Department for a broken window in her establishment on April 10 and her observations of the downtown area between 1:30-3:30 AM, and stated she would be approaching the Downtown Association about assuming some responsibility for cleaning up the downtown area. Champion also noted her appreciation to the Police Department for calling her. Council Member O'Donnell stated he attended a Y2K meeting the other evening and encouraged other Council Members to attend one. O'Donnell reminded citizen of the Crisis Center Breakfast scheduled May 2 and the KCJJ/Hy-Vee fundraiser planned April 23 to raise 85,000 and 5,000 pounds in food. Council Member Vanderhoef acknowledged Police Officer Erik Lippold who received the "State Commissioners Special Award for Traffic Safety"; reiterated the Willow Creek cleanup and Earth Day/Arbor Day celebrations planned April 25; Deer Management Committee Meeting on April 21; and urged participation in the ADA Parade on July 24. Kubby noted the Coralville 4th of July Parade also. Council Member Norton noted the Police Citizens Review Board Forum planned for April 28 at the Broadway Neighborhood Center. Council Member O'Donnell stated the spring weather brings out deer, rollerbladers, skateboarders, and bicyclists and urged caution when driving. Kubby questioned if the Civic Center lot would be available for skateboarders again this year. City Mgr. Atkins stated the Civic Center lot would be used for staging a building addition area and would report back when things were worked out. It was noted the rollerbladers still use the top flood of the Chauncey Swan Ramp for hockey. In response to the Mayor, a majority of Council agreed to place the parking" policy on an upcoming work session agenda. The Mayor stated he would Complete Description April 20, 1999 Page 8 be attending the Citizens Police Academy graduation at the Coralville Public Library on April 21 and encouraged others to attend; noted a helicopter would be in the area filming public facilities and may be available to Council wishing to view the Northeast District. Interested Council Members should contact the City Manager's office on April 21; distributed a copy of a memo listing companies that have requested assistance from the City and/or state since 1986 and the investment they have made since that time in the community. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Kubby, to adjourn 10:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Thornberry absent. Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor Manan K. Karr, City Clerk Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's office at 356-5043. The cost of publishing the following proceed- ings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 3/29/99 Iowa City City Council, special meet- ing, 4:05 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn the special meeting 4:53 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor s/Man_~L_:. Kprr, Cit~.er~f,f.~ Submitted for publication - 4/2/99 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 proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is f/ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 3/30/99 Iowa City City Council, special 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 Awards to Roosevelt Elementary: April Babey, Caitlin Bryant, Jarod Johnson. The Mayor proclaimed American Red Cross Month - March 30; Josie Phelps accepted. Community Development Week - March 29 - April 4; Bill Stewart accepted. Public Health Week - April 5 - 11, Graham Dameron accepted. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meeting of March 16, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing & Community Development Comm. - February 17, February 18, March 4. Airport Comm. - February 11. Telecommunications Comm. - February 22. Bd. of Adjustment - March 10. Civil Service Cornre. - March 12. Accept the certified list for the position of Police Officer. Library Board of Trustees - February 25. Parks & Recreation Comm. - March 10. PCRB - March 9. Receive PCRB Public Report #98-19. P&Z Comm. - March 4. Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - February 17. Sr. Center Comm. - February 16. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Class C Liquor License for Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St. Class C Liquor License for Kitty Hawk, Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 2 1012 Gilbert Ct. Class C Liquor License for First Avenue Club, 1550 S. First Ave. Class C Liquor License for T.G.L Friday's, 2208 N. Dodge St. Class C Liquor License for B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge//590, 637 Foster Rd. Class C Liquor License for Sports Column Corp., 12 S. Dubuque St. Class B Beer Permit for Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream Parlor, 225 S. Gilbert St. Class C Beer Permit for Suburban AMOCO, 1905 Keokuk St. Class C Liquor License for Robert D. Finley dba Outer Limits of Iowa City, 1910 S. Gilbert St. RES. 99-81, ISSUING DANCING PERMITS. Motions: APPROVE DISBURSEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF 89,226,907.21 FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 1 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 1999, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE DIRECTOR SUBJECT TO AUDIT. Setting Public Hearings: SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20 ON THE FYO0 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, INCLUDING THE FYO0 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME I NVESTM E NT PARTNERS HIP PROGRAM (HOME) BUDGET, FOR IOWA CITY. RES. 99-82, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR April 6 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IAIS/CRANDIC INTERCHANGE 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. 99-83, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDED WATER MAIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR MORMON TREK VILLAGE PHASE II1- B. RES. 99-84, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A FIFTY-FOOT (50') WIDE PUBLIC ACCESS EASEMENT LOCATED AT Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 3 THE NORTHERN TERMINUS OF BLUFFWOOD LANE AND BETWEEN LOTS 26 AND 27, FIRST AND ROCHESTER, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-85, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT BASIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR LOT 3, B.D.I. FIRST ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-86, CERTIFYING UNPAID MOWING AND CLEAN-UP OF PROPERTY CHARGES, SNOW REMOVAL CHARGES AND SIDEWALK REPAIR CHARGES TO COUNTY FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS A PROPERTY TAX. RES. 99-87, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 914 IOWA AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-88, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A REHABILITATION AGREEMENT, A STATEMENT OF LIFE LIEN, AND A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1614 BROADWAY STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99- 89, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE COURT STREET EXTENDED, PHASE 1 IMPROVEMENTS. RES. 99-90, RESCINDING RESOLUTION 98-350. Correspondence: Nadia VanderGaast regarding resignation from Animal Control Advisory Board. Mary Kathryn Wallace (Senior Center Comm.) regarding connecting walkway between the second floor of the Senior Center and Iowa Avenue parking facility. Carol Horton regarding proposed parking ramp next to Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center. Lawrence Mazzotta (Farnam Group, Inc.) regarding Riverview Place Senior Apartments. Carol deProsse submitting Article: "How Green is Your Golf Course?" D.J. Schubert regarding comments on Revised Environmental Assessment. Liz Furmann regarding transit. Civil Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 4 Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Cashier; Police Officer. Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship regarding payment in lieu of taxes. Airport Manager regarding Airport Land acquisition project. Elizabeth Lawry appeared regarding a 50 foot easement on Rochester Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated public hearings as set. Irene E. Murphy, 1205 Laurel Dr., appeared regarding transit issues. Arthur Miller, 1700 Dubuque Rd., introduced a group of University students there to present results of a survey completed last fall. Peter Mathes, 510 East Burlington, presented information on a poll conducted last semester on binge drinking. Jay Shaw read a statement concerning the shooting of his son, Eric. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Mr. Shaw. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Holly Berkowitz, 612 Granda Ct., appeared regarding urban sprawl and requested Council consider the .purchase land between Hickory Hill Park and First Avenue. Matt Celana, 316 S. Dubuque, appeared regarding development of the peninsula. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 20 on a resolution for annexation of 5.55 acres located in the northwest quadrant of American Legion Road and Taft Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 20 on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of 5.55 acres located in the northwest quadrant of American Legion Road and Taft Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 20 on an ordinance amending City Code subsections 14-5H, Site Plan Review, and 14-6S, Performance Standards, regarding lighting standards. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of approximately 8.08 acres located at the west termini of Langenberg Avenue and Hemingway Lane from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to Planned Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 5 Development Housing Overlay/Medium Density Single-Family Residential (PDH-8). The Mayor noted the applicant had withdrawn the application. A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. The following individuals appeared: Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Ralph Stoffer, Landmark Engineering; Dennis Spencer, President of the Home Builders Assn.; Cam Campbell, 967 Evergreen Ct.; John Beckord, President of the Area Chamber of Commerce; developer John Moreland; Jim Spratt, 653 Larch Lane; developer Gary Watts, Jim Throgmorton, 715 N. Linn; and Builder Mark Johnson. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from: Dennis Spencer, Home Builders Association; John Beckord, Chamber of Commerce. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to continue the public hearing to April 6. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending City Code subsection 14- 4B pertaining to a change in Board of Adjustment notice requirements and incorporation of Board powers and procedures into the Zoning Chapter. A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of 2.78 acres located at the northeast corner of Duck Creek Drive and Rohret Road from Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) to Sensitive Areas Overlay/Low Density Residential (OSA-5) to permit a 14-unit residential development. The Mayor noted the applicant had withdrawn the application. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Maryann Dennis, Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that an application to rezone 49.4 acres from Suburban Residential (RS), Resort (A2) and Highway Commercial (CH) to Highway Commercial- Fairgrounds (CH-F) for property located in Fringe Area C at 4265 Oakcrest Hill Road SE be approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 6 Moved and seconded to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that an application to rezone 10 acres from Rural (A1) to Suburban Residential (RS-10) for property located in Fringe Area C on the west side of Landon Avenue, 0.4 miles north of its intersection with Highway 1 West be approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that an application to rezone 22.69 acres from Suburban Residential (RS-10) to Suburban Residential (RS-5) for property located in Fringe Area C in the northwest quadrant of the Highway 1 West and Landon Avenue SW intersection be approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-91, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY, THE FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF DES MOINES, AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION. A public hearing was held on a resolution conveying a single family home located at 2709 Wayne Avenue, Iowa City to the Tenant. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-92, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2709 WAYNE AVENUE, IOWA CITY TO THE TENANT. A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family home located at 2409 Aster Avenue, Iowa City to the tenant. Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 99-93, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2409 ASTER AVENUE, IOWA CITY TO THE TENANT. A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family home located at 2308 Lakeside Drive, Iowa City to the Tenant. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-94, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2308 Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 7 LAKESIDE DRIVE, IOWA CITY TO THE TENANT. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving, plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Iowa River Dam Renovation. The following individuals appeared: Terry Dahms, FIRST; and Rex Pruess. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Casey Cook. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to the adopt RES. 99-95, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA RIVER DAM RENOVATION, 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. PW A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract for the construction of the Kiwanis Park Development and Ty'n Cae Stormwater Project. Judy Pfohl, Ty'n Cae Neighbohood Assn., appeared. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-96, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE KIWANIS PARK DEVELOPMENT AND TY'N CAE STORMWATER 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 approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Iowa City Civic Center additions and renovations project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-97, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE IOWA CITY CIVIC CENTER ADDITIONS AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 8 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 Iowa City Street and Water Facility Improvements - Division 1: Foster Road Improvements and Division 2: Water Facility Site Development - Phase II Improvements Project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-98, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY STREET AND WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS - DIVISION 1.' FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND DIVISION 2: WATER FACILITY SITE DEVELOPMENT - PHASE II IMPROVEMENTS 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 the proposed Northgate Corporate Park Urban Renewal Plan for a proposed Urban Renewal Area in the City of Iowa City. Harry Wolfe, Vice-president of Southgate Development, appeared. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-99, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVER STREET / WOOLF AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-100, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 CURB RAMP AND SIDEWALK PROJECT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-101, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A TAP-ON FEE AGREEMENT FOR SCOTT-SIX INDUSTRIAL PARK, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-102, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORALVILLE AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY PROVIDING FOR SANITARY SEWER CHARGES FOR 1210 AND 1220 HIGHWAY 6 WEST. Official Council Actions March 30, 1999 Page 9 Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-103, TO ADOPT AMENDED STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE IOWA CITY POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending City Code Title 8, Chapter 8, entitled "Police Citizens Review Board," Section 3, entitled "Definition of Complaint; Complaint Process in General," Section 6, entitled "Police Chief's Report to the Board; City Manager's Report to the Board," and Section 7, entitled "Duties of the Board; Complaint Review and General Duties," and adding an additional Section 11, entitled "Time Computation," regarding the time limit allowed for filing of complaints and for reports to the Board and City Council, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-104, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001. Parks and Recreation Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. These appointments will be made at the May 4 Council meeting. The Mayor noted the previously- announced vacancies: Historic Preservation Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending March 29, 2001. Public Art Advisory Comm. - one vacancy to fill a three- year term ending January 1, 2002 with a preference for an architect. These appointments will be made at the April 6 Council meeting. Moved and seconded to adjourn 10:55 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/Marian K. Kar. r, Subinitiation - 4/7/9'~/9 Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5043. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publications is ~ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 4/6/99 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 Shimek Elementary students: Allie Gnade, Derrick Robertson and Sadie Smith. The Mayor proclaimed D.A.R.E. Day - April 8, DARE Officer Myers accepted; Week of the Young Child - April 17-24, Donna Johnson and Tricia Windschitl accepted; Arbor Day - April 25, City Forester Robinson .accepted; Fair Housing Month - April, Human Rights Coordinator Shank accepted. The Mayor accepted an 980,000 check from Doug Ginsberg, representing the Iowa City Kickers Soccer Club, for two concession stands equipped with storage and first aid, at the new soccer complex. The Mayor presented keys and Certificate of Achievement to Tenant-to- Ownership Program new home owners - Keith & Nancy Seering and Frances Gartzke; Certificate of Attendance - Cub Scout Pack //220, present for the presentation. The Mayor acknowledged the cooperation of Hawkeye State Bank and Iowa State Bank in the program, and presented certificates to both financial institutions. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and to delete items: 5c(2) a resolution setting a public hearing for April 20 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa Avenue Multi-Use Parking Facility Project and 5e(3) JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding No Parking 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon-Fri on South Official Council Actions April 6, 1999 Page 2 Side of Tower Court from the Consent Calendar and to discuss item 5e(3) separately: Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Library Bd. of Trustees - February 25; P&Z Comm. - March 18. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Panchero's, 32 S. Clinton St. Transfer a Class E Liquor License; Class C Beer Permit and Class B Wine Permit for Drugtown #2 1221 N. Dodge St. to 310 N. First Ave. RES. 99-105, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-106, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20 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 INCREASE OR CHANGE THE RATES FOR FEES AND CHARGES FOR POTABLE WATER USE AND SERVICE, WASTEWATER TREATMENT, AND SOLID WASTE CHARGES. Resolutions: RES. 99-107, AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF BOND AND AGREEMENT TO INDEMNIFY. RES. 99-108, AUTHORIZING MORTGAGE TO BE SUBORDINATED TO A LIEN OF MERCANTILE BANK MIDWEST, IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 705-707 WESTGATE STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT, IF NECESSARY. RES. 99-109, AUTHORIZING MORTGAGE TO BE SUBORDINATED TO A LIEN OF MERCANTILE BANK MIDWEST, IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2510 FRIENDSHIP STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO Official Council Actions April 6, 1999 Page 3 ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT, IF NECESSARY. Correspondence: Paula Fatka regarding deer. Fredine Branson (multiple signatures) regarding Tower Court Parking. Audrey & Jeffrey Knox regarding Tower Court parking. James Hardy regarding Tower Court parking. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept memo from the JCCOG Transportation Planner for No Parking 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, on the south side of Tower Court. Moved and seconded to amend the motion by changing the hours of prohibition to 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. JCCOG Transportation Planner Davidson present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion to amend carried. The Mayor declared the motion as amended carried. John Jones appeared complimented the City on the Housing Program; stated concerns on the DARE program; noted 61 'citations written by IC Police the previous week-end with 50 dealing with public intox or alcohol possession and requested police explore other priorities. Terry Smith, 2220 Balsam Ct., and John Fuelling announced the merger of Mid-America and Cal Energy and the commitment to the community. Derek Maurer, 508 Kirkwood Ave., requested Council consider moving the library into the new Iowa Avenue parking structure. Bennett Brown, 200 S. Summit, presented information regarding transportation issues. A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. The following individuals appeared: Larry Schnittjer, 1917 S. Gilbert; Dennis Spencer, 607 Pepper Dr.; Jim Spratt, 653 Larch Lane; Bennett Brown, 200 Summit St.; Jim Throgmorton, 715 N. Linn; and Derek Maurer, 508 Kirkwood Ave. Moved and seconded to continue the public hearing to April 20. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to defer indefinitely a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into Official Council Actions April 6, 1999 Page 4 the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending City Code subsection 14- 4B pertaining to a change in Board of Adjustment notice requirements and incorporation of Board powers and procedures into the Zoning Chapter, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 20 on a resolution annexing approximately 10.3 acres of property located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street (Scott Blvd East Part 3). The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Lawrence Mazzotta, president Farnam Group, Inc. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a .public hearing for April 20 on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 14.91 acres located east of 'Scott Boulevard at Washington Street from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8), Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12) and County Suburban Residential (RS) to Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-8; 8.36 acres), Lowe Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5; 5.43 acres), and Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12; 1.12 acres), and a request for a preliminary OPDH plan to allow 72 dwelling units on 8.16 acres (Scott Blvd East Part 3). The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Lawrence Mazzotta, president Farnam Group, Inc. 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 IAIS/Crandic Interchange Project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-110, APPROVE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IAIS/CRANDIC INTERCHANGE PROJECT, Official Council Actions April 6, 1999 Page 5 STP-A-3715(12) --86-52, AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-111, DETERMINING AN AREA OF THE CITY TO BE AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AREA, AND THAT THE REHABILITATION, CONSERVATION, REDEVELOPMENT, DEVELOPMENT, OR A COMBINATION THEREOF, OF SUCH AREA IS NECESSARY IN THE INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY OR WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY; DESIGNATING SUCH AREA AS APPROPRIATE FOR AN URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT; AND ADOPTING THE NORTHGATE CORPORATE PARK URBAN RENEWAL PLAN THEREFOR. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Moved and seconded that the ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year on all property located within the Northgate Corporate Park Urban Renewal Project area, in the City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, State of Iowa, by and for the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, Iowa City Community School District and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and interest on loans, monies advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by said City in connection with said Urban Renewal Redevelopment Project, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending City Code Title 8, Chapter 8, entitled "Police Citizens Review Board," Section 3, entitled "Definition of Complaint; Complaint Process in General," Section 6, entitled "Police Chief's Report to the Board; City Manager's Report to the Board," and Section 7, entitled "Duties of the Board; Complaint Review and General Duties," and adding an additional Section 11, entitled "Time Computation," regarding the time limit allowed for filing of complaints and for reports to the Board and City Council, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Official Council Actions April 6, 1999 Page 6 The Mayor noted no bids had been received for the construction of the Iowa City Transit Facility Methane Abatement Project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-112, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-113, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN MMS CONSULTANTS, INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO PROVIDE CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE SOUTH AIRPORT AREA DEVELOPMENT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-114, INTENT TO CONVEY 2750 IRVING AVENUE AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20, 1999. Moved and seconded to appoint Richard Carlson, 309 Finkbine Lane, to the 'Historic Preservation Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending March 29, 2001; and appoint Gary Nagle, 3011 Brookside Dr., to the Public Art Advisory Comm. to fill a three- year term ending January 1, 2002. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001; P&R Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. These appointments will be made at the May 4 Council meeting. PCRB - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the May 18 Council meeting. Moved and seconded to adjourn 9:30 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor s/Marian K..Karr, C~.le~ Subm~lica~ion - 4/15/99 Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's office at 356-5043. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES MARCH 29, 1999 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 4:05 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Karr, Dilkes, Franklin. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 99-36, Side 2. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 4:10 p.m. Council returned to open session 4:50 p.m. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adjourn the special meeting 4:53 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk 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 MARCH 30, 1999 Iowa City City Council, special 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: Arkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, Fosse, Miklo, Davidson, Rockwell, Schmadeke, Gannon, Schoenfelder, Schoon. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-39 & 99-40, Both Sides; 99-41, Side 1. The Mayor reminded citizens to vote in the Sales Tax election; welcomed two journalism classes from the University of Iowa; and noted the second major fire in the City within four days, an apartment house on Burlington Street, again with no casualties. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Awards to Roosevelt Elementary: April Babey, Caitlin Bryant, Jarod Johnson. The Mayor proclaimed American Red Cross Month - March 30; Josie Phelps accepted. Community Development Week - March 29 - April 4; Bill Stewart accepted. Public Health Week - April 5 - 11, Graham Dameron accepted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meeting of March 16, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing & Community Development Comm. - February 17, February 18, March 4. Airport Comm. - February 11. Telecommunications Comm. - February 22. Bd. of Adjustment - March 10, Civil Service Comm. - March 12. Accept the certified list for the position of Police Officer. Library Board of Trustees - February 25. Parks & Recreation Comm. - March 10. PCRB - March 9. Receive PCRB Public Report #98-19. P&Z Cornre. - March 4. Riverfront & Natural Areas Cornre. - February 17. Sr. Center Cornre. - February 16, Permit Motions and Resolutions: Class C Liquor License for Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St, Class C Liquor License for Kitty Hawk, 1012 Gilbert Ct. Class C Liquor License for First Avenue Club, 1550 S. First Ave, Class C Liquor License for T.G.I. Friday's, 2208 N. Dodge St. Class C Liquor License for B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #590, 637 Foster Rd. Class C Liquor License for Sports Column Corp., 12 S. Dubuque St. Class B Beer Permit for Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream Parlor, 225 S. Gilbert St. Class C Beer Permit for Suburban AMOCO, 1905 Keokuk St. Class C Liquor License for Robert D. Finley dba Outer Limits of Iowa City, 1910 S. Gilbert St. RES. 99-81, Bk. 121, p. 81, ISSUING DANCING PERMITS. Motions: APPROVE DISBURSEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF 99,226,907.21 FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 1 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 1999, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE DIRECTOR SUBJECT TO AUDIT. Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 2 Setting Public Hearings: SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20 ON THE FYO0 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, INCLUDING THE FYO0 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (HOME) BUDGET, FOR IOWA CITY. RES. 99-82, Bk. 121, p. 82, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR April 6 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IAIS/CRANDIC INTERCHANGE 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. 99-83, p. 83, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDED WATER MAIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR MORMON TREK VILLAGE PHASE III-B. RES. 99- 84, p. 84, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A FIFTY-FOOT (50') WIDE PUBLIC ACCESS EASEMENT LOCATED AT THE NORTHERN TERMINUS OF BLUFFWOOD LANE AND BETWEEN LOTS 26 AND 27, FIRST AND ROCHESTER, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-85, p. 85, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT BASIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR LOT 3, B.D.I. FIRST ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-86, p. 86, CERTIFYING UNPAID MOWING AND CLEAN-UP OF PROPERTY CHARGES, SNOW REMOVAL CHARGES AND SIDEWALK REPAIR CHARGES TO COUNTY FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS A PROPERTY TAX. RES. 99-87, p. 87, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 914 IOWA AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-88, p. 88, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A REHABILITATION AGREEMENT, A STATEMENT OF LIFE LIEN, AND A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1614 BROADWAY STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-89, p. 89, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE COURT STREET EXTENDED, PHASE 1 IMPROVEMENTS. RES. 99-90, p. 90, RESCINDING RESOLUTION 98-350. Correspondence: Nadia VanderGaast regarding resignation from Animal Control Advisory Board. Mary Kathryn Wallace (Senior Center Comm.) regarding connecting walkway between the second floor of the Senior Center and Iowa Avenue parking facility. Carol Horton regarding proposed parking ramp next to Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center. Lawrence Mazzotta (Farnam Group, Inc.) regarding Riverview Place Senior Apartments. Carol deProsse submitting Article: "How Green is Your Golf Course?" D.J. Schubert regarding comments on Revised Environmental Assessment. Liz Furmann regarding transit. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Cashier; Police Officer. Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship regarding payment in lieu of taxes. Airport Manager regarding Airport Land acquisition project. Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 3 PCD Director Franklin present for discussion re CDBG allocations. Elizabeth Lawry appeared regarding a 50 foot easement on Bluffwood Lane. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated public hearings as set. Irene E. Murphy, 1205 Laurel Dr., appeared regarding transit issues. Arthur Miller, 1700 Dubuque Rd., introduced a group of University students there to present result of a survey completed last fall. Peter Mathes, 510 East Burlington, presented information on a poll conducted last semester on binge drinking. Council requested a copy of the poll and results, and a report on current polls being done at local high schools. Jay Shaw read a statement concerning the shooting of his son, Eric. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Champion, to accept correspondence from Mr. Shaw. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Holly Berkowitz, 612 Granda Ct., appeared regarding urban sprawl and requested Council consider the purchase land between Hickory Hill Park and First Avenue. Matt Celana, 316 S. Dubuque, appeared regarding development of the peninsula. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to set a public hearing for April 20 on a resolution for annexation of 5.55 acres located in the northwest quadrant of American Legion Road and Taft Avenue (Knights of Columbus). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to set a public hearing for April 20 on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of 5.55 acres located in the northwest quadrant of American Legion Road and Taft Avenue (Knights of Columbus). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to set a public hearing for April 20 on an ordinance amending City Code subsections 14-5H, Site Plan Review, and 14-6S, Performance Standards, regarding lighting standards. 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 8.08 acres located at the west termini of Langenberg Avenue and Hemingway Lane from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to Planned Development Housing Overlay/Medium Density Single-Family Residential (PDH-8). (SouthPointe). No one appeared. The Mayor noted the applicant had withdrawn the application. A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. The following individuals appeared: Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Ralph Stoffer, Landmark Engineering; Dennis Spencer, President of the Home Builders Assn.; (The Mayor reported on the results of the local Sales Tax election.) Cam Campbell, 967 Evergreen Ct.; John Beckord, President of the Area Chamber of Commerce; developer John Moreland; Jim Spratt, 653 Larch Lane; developer Gary Watts, Jim Throgmorton, 715 N. Linn; and Builder Mark Johnson PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. After discussion staff was directed to meet with the Home Builders Association, and local engineers and developers and report back to Council. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 4 accept correspondence from: Dennis Spencer, Home Builders Association; John Beckord, Chamber of Commerce. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to continue the public hearing to April 6. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending City Code subsection 14-4B pertaining to a change in Board of Adjustment notice requirements and-incorporation of Board powers and procedures into the Zoning Chapter. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of 2.78 acres located at the northeast corner of Duck Creek Drive and Rohret Road from Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) to Sensitive Areas Overlay/Low Density Residential (OSA-5) to permit a 14-unit residential development. (Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship). The Mayor noted the applicant had withdrawn the application. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to accept correspondence from Maryann Dennis, Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that an application to rezone 49.4 acres from Suburban Residential (RS), Resort (A2) and Highway Commercial (CH) to Highway CommerciaI-Fairgrounds (CH-F) for property located in Fringe Area C at 4265 Oakcrest Hill Road SE be approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,. all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that an application to rezone 10 acres from Rural (A1) to Suburban Residential (RS-I O) for property located in Fringe Area C on the west side of Landon Avenue, 0.4 miles north of its intersection with Highway 1 West be approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that an application to rezone 22.69 acres from Suburban Residential (RS-10) to Suburban Residential (RS-5) for property located in Fringe Area C in the northwest quadrant of the Highway 1 West and Landon Avenue SW intersection be approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 99-91, Bk. 121, p. 91, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY, THE FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF DES MOINES, AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION. Hsg. Adm. Grosvenor present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. 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 conveying a single family' home located at 2709 Wayne Avenue, Iowa City to the Tenant. No one appeared. Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 5 Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 99-92, Bk. 121, p. 92, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2709 WAYNE AVENUE, IOWA CITY TO THE TENANT. Hsg. Adm. Grosvenor present for discussion. 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 authorizing conveyance of a single family home located at 2409 Aster Avenue, Iowa City to the tenant. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-93, Bk. 121, p. 93, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2409 ASTER AVENUE, IOWA CITY TO THE TENANT. 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 authorizing conveyance of a single family home located at 2308 Lakeside Drive, Iowa City to the Tenant. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-94, Bk. 121, p. 94, AUT.HORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2308 LAKESIDE DRIVE, IOWA CITY TO THE TENANT. 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 Iowa River Dam Renovation. The following individuals appeared: Terry Dahms, FIRST; and Rex Pruess. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Casey Cook. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to the adopt RES. 99-95, Bk. 121, p. 95, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA RIVER DAM RENOVATION, 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. PW Director Schmadeke present for discussion. 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 for the construction of the Kiwanis Park Development and Ty'n Cae Stormwater Project, Judy Pfohl, Ty'n Cae Neighbohood Assn., appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-96, Bk. 121, p. 96, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE KIWANIS PARK DEVELOPMENT AND TY'N CAE STORMWATER 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. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Iowa City Civic Center additions and renovations project. No one appeared. Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 6 Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-97, Bk. 121, p. 97, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE IOWA CITY CIVIC CENTER ADDITIONS AND RENOVATIONS 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. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Champion, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry. Nays: Kubby, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Iowa City Street and Water Facility Improvements - Division 1: Foster Road Improvements and Division 2: Water Facility Site Development - Phase II Improvements Project. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-98, Bk. 121, p. 98, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY STREET AND WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS - DIVISION 1: FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND DIVISION 2: WATER FACILITY SITE DEVELOPMENT - PHASE II IMPROVEMENTS 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. A public hearing was held on the proposed Northgate Corporate Park Urban Renewal Plan for a proposed Urban Renewal Area in the City of Iowa City. Harry Wolfe, Vice-president of Southgate Development, appeared. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-99, Bk. 121, p. 99, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVER STREET / WOOLF AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT to Tschiggfrie Excavating Co. for $2,888,645.20. City Engr. Fosse 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 Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-100, Bk. 121, p. 100, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 CURB RAMP AND SIDEWALK PROJECT to Borwig Building Service for $189,355.45. City Engr. Fosse 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. 99-101, Bk. 121, p. 101, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A TAP- ON FEE AGREEMENT FOR SCOTT-SIX INDUSTRIAL PARK, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-102, Bk. 121, p. 102, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 7 CORALVILLE AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY PROVIDING FOR SANITARY SEWER CHARGES FOR 1210 AND 1220 HIGHWAY 6 WEST. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 99-103, Bk. 121, p. 103, TO ADOPT AMENDED STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE IOWA CITY POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 4/3, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton. Nays: Vanderhoef, Thornberry, O'Donnell. Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending City Code Title 8, Chapter 8, entitled "Police Citizens Review Board," Section 3, entitled "Definition of Complaint; Complaint Process in General," Section 6, entitled "Police Chief's Report to the Board; City Manager's Report to the Board," and Section 7, entitled "Duties of the Board; Complaint Review and General Duties," and adding an additional Section 11, entitled "Time Computation," regarding the time limit allowed for filing of complaints and for reports to the Board and City Council, 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 Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-104, Bk. 1 21, p. 104, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE {Administrative Clerk Typist to Administrative Secretary). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001. Parks and Recreation Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. These appointments will be made at the May 4 Council meeting. The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: Historic Preservation Cornre. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending March 29, 2001. Public Art Advisory Cornre. - one vacancy to fill a three-year term ending January 1, 2002 with a preference for an architect. These appointments will be made at the April 6 Council meeting. Council Member Kubby noted upcoming events: April 7-Day of Silence; April 8- Focus on Children Forum; April 21-Iowa City/Coralville Deer Management Committee Meeting. Council Member Champion thanked citizens who voted in the Sales Tax election, and noted with regret that only 20% of all County residents voted. Council Member Thornberry noted the HCDC minutes and statements made by Member Elliott regarding duplication of services. Councilor Thornberry noted the recent departure of a veterinarian from the Animal Control Advisory Board and questioned whether a veterinarian was required. City Manager Arkins stated the Board had a contractual agreement for veterinarian services and a specific slot for that profession Complete Description March 30, 1999 Page 8 was not required. Thornberry reported that the deer population in his area of Iowa City has grown from 65 to 127 per acre from January 97-January 99. Council Member Vanderhoef reported on the story and graphics in the Gazette regarding fiscal year 2000, and encouraged Council and the citizens to read it. Council Member Norton urged fellow councilors to review the Telecommunications Commission minutes regarding sharing rates and a proposal from McLeod; the Riverfront & Natural Areas Commission discussion on investigating streams and drainage systems; and schedule discussion of energy deregulation; and requested time with the City Manager to discuss the letter to DNR re the pollutant in the City's water. The Mayor noted a draft of the summer schedule distributed that evening based on work session discussion the previous evening. After discussion Council agreed to the schedule, decided to reschedule their October 4 & 5 meeting to one week later; and requested distribution ASAP to the public. In response to the City Manager, there was agreement to review the one year summary of the goals at an upcoming work session. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Thornberry, to adjourn 10:55 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk 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 APRIL 6, 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, Davidson, Franklin, Moran, Grosvenor, Rockwell, Boothroy, Yucuis, Schmadeke, Fosse. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-41, Side 2; 99-44, Both Sides. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Shimek Elementary students: Allie Gnade, Derrick Robertson and Sadie Smith. The Mayor proclaimed D.A.R.E. Day - April 8, DARE Officer Myers accepted; Week of the Young Child - April 17-24, Donna Johnson and Tricia Windschitl accepted; Arbor Day - April 25, City Forester Robinson accepted; Fair Housing Month - April, Human Rights Coordinator Shank accepted. The Mayor accepted an $80,000 check from Doug Ginsberg, representing the Iowa City Kickers Soccer Club, for two concession stands equipped with storage and first aid, at the new soccer complex. The Mayor presented keys and Certificate of Achievement to Tenant-to-Ownership Program new home owners - Keith & Nancy Seering and Frances Gartzke; Certificate of Attendance Cub Scout Pack #220, present for the presentation. The Mayor acknowledged the cooperation of Hawkeye State Bank and Iowa State Bank in the program, and presented certificates to both financial institutions. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and to delete items: 5c(2) a resolution setting a public hearing for April 20 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa Avenue Multi-Use Parking Facility Project and 5e(3) JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding No Parking 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon-Fri on South Side of Tower Court from the Consent Calendar and to discuss item 5e(3) separately: Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Library Bd. of Trustees - February 25; P&Z Comm. - March 18. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Panchero's, 32 S. Clinton St. Transfer a Class E Liquor License; Class C Beer Permit and Class B Wine Permit for Drugtown #2 1221 N. Dodge St. to 310 N. First Ave. RES. 99-105, Bk. 121, p. 105, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-106, Bk. 121, p. 106, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20 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 INCREASE OR CHANGE THE RATES FOR FEES AND CHARGES FOR POTABLE WATER USE AND SERVICE, WASTEWATER TREATMENT, AND SOLID WASTE CHARGES. Resolutions, Bk. 121: RES. 99-107, p. 107, AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF BOND AND AGREEMENT TO INDEMNIFY. RES. 99-108, P. 108, AUTHORIZING MORTGAGE TO BE SUBORDINATED TO A LIEN OF MERCANTILE BANK MIDWEST, IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 705-707 Complete Description April 6, 1999 Page 2 WESTGATE STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT, IF NECESSARY. RES. 99-109, p. 109, AUTHORIZING MORTGAGE TO BE SUBORDINATED TO A LIEN OF MERCANTILE BANK MIDWEST, IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2510 FRIENDSHIP STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT, IF NECESSARY. Correspondence: Paula Fatka regarding deer. Fredine Branson (multiple signatures) regarding Tower Court Parking. Audrey & Jeffrey Knox regarding Tower Court parking. James Hardy regarding Tower Court parking. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to accept memo from the JCCOG Transportation Planner for No Parking 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, on the south side of Tower Court. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to amend the motion by changing the hours of prohibition to 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. JCCOG Transportation Planner Davidson present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion to amend carried, 5/2, with the following division of voice vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Nays: Champion, Kubby. The Mayor declared the motion as amended carried, 5/2, with the following division of voice vote: Ayes: Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Nays; Champion, Kubby. John Jones appeared and complimented the City on the Housing Program; stated concerns on the DARE program; noted 61 citations written by IC Police the previous week-end with 50 dealing with public intox or alcohol possession and requested police explore other priorities. Terry Smith, 2220 Balsam Ct., and John Fuelling announced the merger of Mid-America and Cal Energy and the commitment to the community. Derek Maurer, 508 Kirkwood Ave., requested Council consider moving the library into the new Iowa Avenue parking structure. Bennett Brown, 200 S. Summit, presented information regarding transportation issues. A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. The following individuals appeared: Larry Schnittjer, 1917 S. Gilbert; Dennis Spencer, 607 Pepper Dr.; Jim Spratt, 653 Larch Lane; Bennett Brown, 200 Summit St.; Jim Throgmorton; 715 N. Linn; and Derek Maurer, 508 Kirkwood Ave. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to continue the public hearing to April 20. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to defer indefinitely a resolution adopting and incorporating the Northeast District Plan into the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending City Code subsection 14-4B pertaining to a change in Board of Adjustment notice requirements and incorporation of Board powers and procedures into the Zoning Chapter, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Complete Description April 6, 1999 Page 3 Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to set a public hearing for April 20 on a resolution annexing approximately 10.3 acres of property located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street (Scott Blvd East Part 3). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to accept correspondence from Lawrence Mazzotta, president Farnam Group, Inc. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a public hearing for April 20 on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 14.91 acres located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street from Medium Density Single- Family Residential (RS-8), Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12) and County Suburban Residential (RS) to Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-8; 8.36 acres), Lowe Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5; 5.43 acres), and Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12; 1.12 acres), and a request for a preliminary OPDH plan to allow 72 dwelling units on 8.16 acres (Scott Blvd East Part 3). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to accept correspondence from Lawrence Mazzotta, president Farnam Group, Inc. 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 IAIS/Crandic Interchange Project. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-110, Bk. 121, p. 110, APPROVE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IAIS/CRANDIC INTERCHANGE PROJECT, STP-A- 3715(12)--86-52, AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-111, Bk. 121, p. 111, DETERMINING AN AREA OF THE CITY TO BE AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AREA, AND THAT THE REHABILITATION, CONSERVATION, REDEVELOPMENT, DEVELOPMENT, OR A COMBINATION THEREOF, OF SUCH AREA IS NECESSARY IN THE INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY OR WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY; DESIGNATING SUCH AREA AS APPROPRIATE FOR AN URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT; AND ADOPTING THE NORTHGATE CORPORATE PARK URBAN RENEWAL PLAN THEREFOR. 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 Norton, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year on all property located within the Northgate Corporate Park Urban Renewal Project area, in the City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, State of Iowa, by and for the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, Iowa City Community School District and other. taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and interest on loans, monies advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by said City in connection with said Urban Renewal Redevelopment Project, be given first vote Complete Description April 6, 1999 Page 4 for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance amending City Code Title 8, Chapter 8, entitled "Police Citizens Review Board," Section 3, entitled "Definition of Complaint; Complaint Process in General," Section 6, entitled "Police Chief's Report to the Board; City Manager's Report to the Board," and Section 7, entitled "Duties of the Board; Complaint Review and General Duties," and adding an additional Section 11, entitled "Time Computation," regarding the time limit allowed for filing of complaints and for reports to the Board and City Council, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor noted no bids had been received for the construction of the Iowa City Transit Facility Methane Abatement Project. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-112, Bk. 121, p. 112, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT to L.L. Pelling Co. for $1,123,202.07. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-113~ Bk. 121, p. 113, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN MMS CONSULTANTS, INC. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO PROVIDE CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE SOUTH AIRPORT AREA DEVELOPMENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-114, Bk. 121, p. 114, INTENT TO CONVEY 2750 IRVING AVENUE AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20, 1999. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to appoint Richard Carlson, 309 Finkbine Lane, to the Historic Preservation Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending March 29, 2001; and appoint Gary Nagle, 3011 Brookside Dr., to the Public Art Advisory Comm. to fill a three-year term ending January 1, 2002. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously., 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Human Rights Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001; P&R Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. These appointments will be made at the May 4 Council meeting. PCRB - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the May 18 Council meeting. Council Member Champion urged citizens to send money to the local Red Cross to aid the recent victims of fires in the community. The Mayor noted appreciation to the City Fire Department for their response to the City's recent fires. City Mgr. Arkins also acknowledged the City's Public Works/Water Department for their efforts. Council Member Norton also noted the cooperation of area fire departments. Complete Description April 6, 1999 Page 5 Council Member Kubby noted the update memo from Asst. Transportation Planner Yapp on Phase 2 of the bike trail and reported that the Burlington to Napoleon Park trail should be completed in June or July. In response to Council Member O'Donnell, the City Mgr. stated he would provide an update on cemetery expansion issues. Council Member O'Donnell cautioned motorists to be careful when driving at night because of deer. He also noted the recent fires and his sadness at losing Mondo's, the old Whiteway Grocery Store location. Council Member Thornberry reported that the intersection of Riverside Dr. and Highway 6 was in need of street/lane painting and questioned if the City could do the painting if IDOT could not get at it soon. The City Mgr. will contact IDOT regarding the intersection. Other Council Members stated Riverside/Burlington, Gilbert, and North Dubuque Street were in need of paint also. The City Mgr. noted that the June storm last year put streets crews behind because of the 5-6 week massive clean-up effort. In response to Vanderhoef, the City Mgr. will follow-up on an assessment of all City streets for stripping. Council Member Thornberry also noted the large amounts of sand on the streets. Council Member Norton questioned if the proposed city light standards would aid the City High tennis court lighting matter. The City Mgr. will respond. Council Member Thornberry reminded motorists that nice weather brings out more bikes and motorcycles and urged everyone to be careful. He also requested Council a tour of the area involved in the Northeast Plan prior to a vote. Council Member Vanderhoef announced a new neighborhood association forming in the Horn school area and it's first meeting is scheduled for April 22. Mayor Lehman reported that the Holiday Inn and Old Capital Center had been sold and he was excited with the interest in downtown. He reported that he and Asst. City Mgr. Helling would be attending an early morning meeting on April 7 in Des Moines to meet with the legislative subcommittee studying condominium property taxes and would report back. The City Mgr. called attention to the fact that the new neighborhood association in the Horn school area contains portions not in the Iowa City city limits and suggested the Mayor write a letter to the Mayor of University Heights encouraging them to participate. Council concurred. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adjourn 9:30 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor