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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-05-18 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 MAY 18, 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, Fowler, Rockwell, Yucuis, Fosse, Grosvenor, O'Brien, Logsden, Franklin, Davidson, Schmadeke, Klingaman, Schoenfelder, O'Neil. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-53, Side 2; 99-60 & 99-61, Both Sides. The Mayor proclaimed Pride Month - June, Robin Butler accepted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, 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 meeting of May 4, and the regular meeting of May 4, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Bd. of Adjustment - April 14. Bd. of Library Trustees - March 25, April 7. P&R Comm. - April 14. P&Z Comm. - April 15. PCRB - April 27, April 28, May 11. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Colonial Lanes, 2253 Old Hwy 218 S. Class C Liquor License for Linn Street Caf~, 121 N. Linn St. Class C Liquor License for Weeks-Van Eck VFW Post 3949, 609 Highway 6 East. Class C Liquor License for Masala, 9 S. Dubuque St. Class C Beer permit for Gasby's Downtown, 114 E. Washington St. Class C Beer Permit for Tobacco Outlet Plus #537, 923 S. Riverside Dr. Class C Beer Permit for Dubuque Street HandiMart, 204 N. Dubuque St. Class B Wine Permit for Dubuque Street HandiMart, 240 N. Dubuque St. Class C Liquor License for Shakespeare's, 81 9 First Ave. Refund an unused portion of a Class C Liquor license for Jirsa's, 819 First Ave. Refund an unused portion of a Class E Beer Permit for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy 1 West. Refund an unused portion of a Class E Liquor License for Cub Foods, 855 Hwy 1 West. Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $10,082,893.70 for the period of April1 through April 30, 1999, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-151, Bk.121, p. 151, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 15 ON PROPOSED ROUTE CHANGES FOR IOWA CITY TRANSIT. RES. 99-152, Bk. 121, p. 152, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 15 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WILLOW CREEK TRAIL PHASE II 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. 99-153, p. 153, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE EASEMENT Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 2 AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, AND IOWA CITY COFFEE CO., D/B/A THE JAVA HOUSE FOR A SIDEWALK CAFe. RES. 99-154, p. 154, INTENT TO APPROVE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND LORA M. ALBERHASKY FOR CONDOMINIUM UNIT 1A IN THE TO-BE- CONSTRUCTED IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY AND TO DISPOSE OF UNIT 1A IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH, AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 2, 1999. RES. 99-155, p. 155, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING TWO MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 60 REGAL LANE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-156, p. 156, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 830 EAST COLLEGE STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Correspondence: Dan Bucher regarding parking meters. David Rust regarding traffic calming. John Castle (US Department of the Army) regarding Memorial Day ceremony. Patty Mishler regarding Iowa City Public Library. Evelyn Kral regarding deer. Correspondence regarding transit from: Terri Byers; Marlyn Mather; Katherine Kalan; James Surratt; Susan Barta; Kathy Neal; Gloria Lacina. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner: Designation of Handicapped Parking on the East Side of the 10 Block of South Linn Street; Installation of Metered Spaces on Clinton Street from Market Street to Church Street; Modification of Loading Zone on 300 N Clinton Street; Modification of Existing Handicapped Parking Space on 200 East Washington. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Parking Enforcement Attendant. Shirley Fouts, City High School regarding transit. Jerry Arganbright, West High School regarding transit. Parking & Transit Director Fowler presented information regarding the installation of metered spaces on Clinton Street. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. Public discussion was held regarding proposed transit route changes. Parking & Transit Director Fowler reviewed the process for driver and citizen input, and the proposed changes. The following individuals appeared: Irene E. Murphy, 1205 Laura Dr.; Caroline Oster, 1437 Oaklawn; Keith Ruff, 601 S. Gilbert St.; George Mather, 606 Holt; Judy Pfohl, 2229 Abbey Lane; Betty Alfaro, 38 Durago Place; Donna Davis, 1205 Laura Drive; Delores "Dee" Capps, 2801 Hwy. 6 East; Leann Mayhew; Ray Heffner, 523 Templin Rd.; Katherine Kalan; Patsy Berhardt; Terri Byers, 2505 Nevada Avenue; Marlyn Mather, 606 Holt; Marsha Hueke, 418 Hawaii Dr.; Karen Long, 4848 Sand Rd.; Jan Bergman, Southwest Estates; Joe Daringer, 241 9 Lakeside Dr.; and Bob Simpson, 400 S. Dubuque St. Transit Mgr. Logsden Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 3 and Transit Operations Mgr. O'Brien present for discussion. The Mayor noted that a public hearing would be held at the June 15 Council meeting. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to set a public hearing for June 15 on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 7.46 acres from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-8) and the approval of a preliminary OPDH Plan for 72 residential dwelling units on property located at the east terminus of Court Street (Windsor Ridge Parts 12 & 15) The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to set a public hearing for June 15 on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, Article O, Sign Regulations, by changing the requirements regarding the number of freestanding signs on lots with over 300 feet of frontage. 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 June 15 on an ordinance vacating a l O-foot wide right-of-way located along the west line of property located at 1033 E. Washington Street. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. 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: Judy Pfohl, 2229 Abbey Lane; Jerry Hansen, 1237 Burns Ave.; Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Dennis Spencer, President of Home Builders Association; Ruth Baker, 515 W. Benton; Jim Spratt, 653 Larch Lane; Dianne Kaufman, 811 N. Linn St.; and Kevin Hochstedler, 1434 Compton Place. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, to continue the public hearing to June 15. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from: Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Dennis Spencer, president of Home Builders Association. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending CitV Code ~ection 14-6, "Zoning Chapter," concerning definitions and parking requirements for carryout, delivery, and drive-through restaurants, 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 Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 99-3880, Bk. 42, p. 14, AMENDING THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING OVERLAY (OPDH-12) PLAN FOR SILVERCREST, A 21.53-ACRE 5-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION INCLUDING 68 ASSISTED LIVING UNITS, 120 INDEPENDENT LIVING UNITS, A 40-BED MEDICAL REHABILITATION FACILITY AND A 9,000 SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 4 OFFICE BUILDING, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AND AMERICAN LEGION ROAD, 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. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, 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 Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-157, Bk. 121, p. 157, APPROVING AN AMENDED PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SILVERCREST. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and 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. The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman. Nays: Kubby, Norton. Absent: None. (need extraordinary majority - six). PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, that the ordinance amending City Code subsections 14-5H, Site Plan Review, and 14-6S, Performance Standards, regarding lighting standards, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the rule requiring ordinances be considered and voted on for final passage be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 99-3881, Bk. 42, p. 15, 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 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), be voted on for final consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-158, Bk. 121, p. 158, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SCOTT BOULEVARD EAST, PART THREE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 5 Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-159, Bk. 1 21, p. 159, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT QF KENNEDY SUBDIVISION. 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 amendments to the FY99 operating budget. Finance Director Yucuis present for discussion. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-160, Bk. 1 21, p. 160, APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE FY99 OPERATING BUDGET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the construction of concession/restroom buildings at the Iowa City Kickers Soccer Park. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-161, Bk. 121, p. 1 61, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF CONCESSION/RESTROOM BUILDINGS AT THE IOWA CITY KICKERS SOCCER PARK, 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 Iowa City Civic Center Third Floor Addition and First Floor Renovations Project. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-162, Bk. 121, p. 162, APPRQVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY CIVIC CENTER THIRD FLOOR ADDITION AND FIRST FLOOR 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. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-163, Bk. 119, p. 163, AUTHORIZING A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, THE EAST CENTRAL IOWA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REGARDING A MEMORANDUM OF EQUIPMENT TRANSFER FOR PARATRANSIT VEHICLES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-164, Bk. 121, p. 164, AUTHORIZING A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY SEATS FOR THE LEASE OF PARATRANSIT Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 6 VEHICLES TO BE OPERATED WITHIN IOWA CITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, that the rule requiring ordinances be considered and voted on for final passage be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 99-3882, Bk. 42, p. 16, REPEALING SECTION 1-9-2 OF THE CITY CODE ENTITLED "LIMITATION ON CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS," be voted on for final consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase wastewater service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase water service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Kubby, Lehman, Norton. Nays: Champion. Absent: None. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties" of the City Code, to change various rates for solid waste disposal, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-165, Bk. 121, p. 165, APPROVING DISTRIBUTION OF THE "PROGRAM FOR IMPROVING NEIGHBORHOODS" (PIN) GRANT FUNDS. The following individuals appeared: Judy Pfohl, 2229 Abbey Lane; Don Anciaux, 2119 Russell Dr.; Lorraine Bowans, 510 S. Governor; and Ruth Baker, 515 Benton St. 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. 99-166, Bk. 1 21, p. 166, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY STREET AND WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT - DIVISION 1: FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND DIVISION 2: WATER FACILITY SITE DEVELOPMENT - PHASE II IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT to Langman Construction, Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 7 Inc. for $4,946,238.00. 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. 99-167, Bk. 1 21, p. 167, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TQ EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HOWARD R. GREEN COMPANY CONSULTING ENGINEERS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY STREET AND WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT - DIVISION 1: FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND DIVISION 2: WATER FACILITY SITE DEVELOPMENT - PHASE II IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The City Manager requested the next item be deferred to allow a discussion with the City of Coralville prior to action. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to defer indefinitely a resolution awarding contract for the construction of the Iowa River Dam Renovation project. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-168, Bk. 121, p. 168, AUTHORIZING FUNDING FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman, Norton. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-169, Bk. 121, p. 169, INTENT TQ CONVEY 2774 IRVING AVENUE AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 15, 1999. Housing Authority Adm. Grosvenor present for discussion. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell. Nays: Thornberry. Absent: None. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-170, Bk. 1 21, p. 170, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE ASSISTED HOUSING DIVISION OF THE HOUSING AND INSPECTION SERVICES DEPARTMENT BY INCREASING THE HOURS QF THE HOUSING INSPECTOR AND DECREASING THE HOURS OF THE MAINTENANCE WORKER II. 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 adopt RES. 99-171, Bk. 121, p. 171, ESTABLISHING CLASSIFICATION/COMPENSATION PLANS FOR CONFIDENTIAL/ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES AND EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES FOR FYO0 AND FY01. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-172, Bk. 121, p. 172, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT AMENDING AN AGREEMENT TO REPRESENT BETWEEN THE CITY Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 8 OF IOWA CITY AND BELL LAW OFFICE, ET AU Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Kevin Boffeli appeared supporting the Iowa City Public Library. The Mayor stated no applications had been received for the vacancy on the PCRB for an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000 and the vacancy would be re-advertised and the appointment made June 29, 1999. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Bd. of Library Trustees one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending July 1, 2003. This appointment will be made at the June 29 Council meeting. The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: Bd. of Library Trustees - two vacancies to fill six-year terms ending July 1, 2005. These appointments will be made at the June 15 Council meeting. Council Member O'Donnell stated the SEATS Advisory Committee would be meeting on May 19 to discuss the "no show policy", and he and Council Member Norton would be attending; as a matter of safety asked bicyclists at night to wear white and use lights; and reported that four deer ate Hostas from his yard. Council Member Champion stated she was getting used to e-mail but asked individuals sending her e-mails to be patient in responding. Council Member Kubby announced the Women's Resource and Action Center will sponsor a social change training program "Building Coalitions" on May 25; said she had attended a training session on the Library's new computer system and encouraged citizens to call the library and register for a session; asked staff to report back on the apparent inconsistencies of school speed zones; and requested an update on the tennis court lights at City High. (Regarding the tennis court lights at City High, Council Members expressed their views regarding contacting the School Board for an update and sharing the costs for light shields.) Council Member Thornberry stated he received a utility service notice of account change for one of his rental properties and said he felt the letter was threatening and harsh; congratulated all graduates on receiving their diplomas; asked for an update on McLeod Cable franchise, (Asst. City Mgr. Helling replied than an update would be coming to Council in a few weeks with the response from McLeod on issues and a recommendation from the Telecommunications Commission on how to proceed; and added that any change in the original agreement would have to be approved by Council); reported he had received an invitation to dine at the Senior Center and questioned the requirement for senior dining (Norton stated he would follow up on that at an upcoming Senior Center subcommittee meeting); asked that another letter be sent to the State requesting the turn lanes on two-way left turn intersections be painted, noting the corner of Riverside Drive and Hwy. 6; questioned the procedure to report a street light out (The City Mgr. asked citizens to all the Streets Department with any street light questions). Complete Description May 18, 1999 Page 9 Council Member Vanderhoef requested staff report on the new epoxy paint being used city street striping, especially over the winter. Staff will report back. Council Member Norton reported on the opening of the Saddlebrook club house last Saturday; added that the SEATS Advisory Committee was also working with staff to get information for Council review of last year's performance standards; reported that the Senior Center subcommittee (Champion & Norton) had met the previous week and had a good exchange and will report back; noted the Deer Management Committee would be meeting on May 26 and his desire the Committee focus on a plan for next year and not reinvent the wheel; asked when the Parks & Recreation Commission would be formulating a recommendation for a skateboard park (City Mgr. to follow-up); requested staff keep the Council and public informed of the City's Y2K preparations; and asked the status of the information center on North Dubuque (City Mgr. to follow up). The Mayor complimented the public and merchants for their patience during the downtown renovation phrase, noting the tremendous job the contractor was doing; noted Memorial Day ceremonies planned in the area The City Mgr. reminded Council and the public of the grand opening of the ScanIon Gym scheduled for Saturday, May 22 at 3:00 p.m. The City Arty. replied to a question asked the previous evening concerning a section of the Willow Creek trail and confusion over the plat. City Atty. Dilkes stated the easement was granted but there was no requirement to build the trail. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn 10:35 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ernest W~Lehman~ ayor Ma~Nan 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 mulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is ~ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 5/4/99 Iowa City City Council, special meet- ing, 6:30 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 reasonabiy expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property, the min- utes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed; and to discuss strat- egy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to preju- dice or disadvantage the position of the gov- ernmental body in that litigation. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn the special meeting 7:10 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: Kar!, ~ Sub~ubl~cation- 5/6/99 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 the publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 5/4/99 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 proclaimed Bicycle Month - May, Linda Thomae accepted; Historic Preservation Week - May 9-15, Michaelanne Widness accepted; Cancer Survivors' Day - May 15, Bob Henderson accepted. The Mayor and Joyce Carman presented the Human Rights Poetry/Essay Contest winners: First Place in Poetry: Maeta Mufuame. First Place in Essay: Eric Peters. Honorable Mention in Poetry: Beth Kindig, Paola Moreno, Brie Nixon, Christopher Fuller, Elizabeth Dunbar, Kara Callahan, Honorable Mention in Essay: Ashley Calkins, Shikha Bhattacharjee, Anna Kudsk, Christine Bursch. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations on the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and to delete item 4d( 1 ) a resolution setting a public hearing for May 18 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Police Waiting Area Renovations Project; add item 4d(3) setting a public hearing for May 18, 1999 on amending the FY99 operating budget; and accept the added correspondence: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meeting of April 19, and the regular meeting of April 20, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Animal Control Advisory Bd. - February 18. Animal Control Advisory Bd. - April 22. Housing & Community Development Comm. - March 24. Human Rights Cornre. - March 29, April 19, Bd. of Library Trustees - April 7. Telecommunications Comm. - March Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 2 22. PCRB - April 13. Riverfront and Natural Areas Cornre. - March 17. Rules Committee Report - April 20, 1999. Approve amended Riverfront and Natural Areas Commission By- Laws. Sr. Center Cornre. - March 16. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Vine Tavern & Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss St. Class C Liquor License for Mumm's Saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton St. Outdoor Service Area for Mumm's saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton St. Class C Beer Permit for Suburban AMOCO, 370 Scott Ct. Refund an unused portion of a Special Class C Liquor License for Zoey's Pizzeria, 1950 Lower Muscatine Rd. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-132, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING QN PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CONCESSION/RESTROOM BUILDINGS AT THE IOWA CITY KICKERS SOCCER PARK, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR TO PLACE SAID PLANS QN FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-133, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDING THE FY99 OPERATING BUDGET. Resolutions: RES. 99-134, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR SCOTT - SIX INDUSTRIAL PARK AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 99- 135, 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 718 NORTH GILBERT STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-136, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A WATER MAIN, SANITARY SEWER AND BLANKET UTILITY EASEMENT Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 3 LOCATED OVER AND ACROSS THE VACATED PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE COURT, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-137, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SIDEWALK FEE AGREEMENT FOR SCOTT-SIX INDUSTRIAL PARK, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-138, TO ADOPT AMENDED BY-LAWS FOR THE RIVERFRONT AND NATURAL AREAS COMMISSION. Correspondence: Harold Hensel regarding killing. John Veit regarding police shooting test. Civil Service Cornre. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Civil Engineer, Housing Program Assistant. Letter from Carolyn Cavitt (Stepping Up Project) to Local Businesses regarding Underage Drinking. Richard Hartig, Hartig Drug Stores, regarding amending CN-1 zone. Correspondence regarding Goosetown traffic calming from: Kathleen Janz; Carl Klaus; David Rust; Jim & Ann Wells; Chris Coretsopoulos and Lynn Ikach; Ingell Doyle; Maryann Dennis. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Rene Paine, PATV Director, invited citizens to the May 5th world premier of "Accessing Community Media" a program produced by nine participants of workshops funded through a grant from the University Hospital School; noted an open house to celebrate nine years of PATV service in the Iowa City/Coralville area on May 14th; and distributed copies of their Annual Report. Moved and seconded to accept the Annual Report. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Anna Buss, 525 W. Benton, reported on her experience at the Citizens Police Academy and encouraged citizens to participate in the next Academy. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending City Code Section 14-6, "Zoning Chapter," concerning definitions and parking requirements for carryout, delivery, and drive-through restaurants. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-12) plan for Silvercrest, a 21.53-acre 5-lot residential subdivision including 68 assisted living units, Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 4 120 independent living units, a 40-bed medical rehabilitation facility and a 900 square foot medical office building, located on the southeast quadrant of Scott Boulevard and American Legion Road. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending the Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-12) plan for Silvercrest, a 21.53-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, be given first consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. 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. Dunlap Ct. residents Robert Olick and David Woodruff appeared. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending City Code subsections 14-5H, Site Plan Review, and 14-6S, Performance Standards, regarding lighting standards, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-139, APPROVING THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 10.3 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AT WASHINGTON STREET. A public hearing was held on 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 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 QPDH plan to allow 74 dwelling units on 8.16 acres. Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 14.83 acres located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street from Medium Density Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 5 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, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 99-3878, AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 14-4B TO CHANGE BOARD QF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE REQUIREMENTS AND TO INCORPORATE BOARD POWERS AND PROCEDURES INTO CHAPTER 14-6, "ZONING CHAPTER," BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE W, ENTITLED "BOARD QF ADJUSTMENT POWERS AND PROCEDURES". Moved and seconded to defer indefinitely 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. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Atty. Doug Ruppert. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending approval of an extraterritorial rezoning of 2.68 acres adjacent to 1244 Devon Drive NE in Fringe Area A from Suburban Residential (RS) to Rural (A1). The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending denial of an extraterritorial rezoning of one acre located in Fringe Area A at 3005 Highway 1 NE from Rural (A1) to Commercial Agricultural (C-AG). Applicant Allan Berger appeared. 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 the construction of the Iowa Avenue Multi-Use Parking Facility project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-140, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 6 AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENTS FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-141, AUTHORIZING RELOCATION ASSISTANCE TO PERSONS DISPLACED FROM THEIR HOMES OR BUSINESSES AS A RESULT OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Westminster Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-142, APPRQVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION QF THE WESTMINSTER SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance 2750 Irving Avenue. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-143, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYENCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2750 IRVING AVENUE TO THE TENANT. Moved and seconded that the ordinance repealing Section 1-9-2 of the City Code entitled "Limitation on Campaign Contributions, ' be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 99-3879, 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 QF THE STATE OF IOWA, CITY OF IOWA CITY, COUNTY OF JOHNSON, IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND OTHER TAXING DISTRICTS, BE PAID Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 7 TO A SPECIAL FUND FOR PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST QN LOANS, MONIES ADVANCED TO AND INDEBTEDNESS, INCLUDING BONDS ISSUED OR TO BE ISSUED, INCURRED BY SAID CITY IN CONNETION WITH SAID URBAN RENEWAL REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT. Moved and seconded to accept the form on continuing disclosure certificate pertaining to the $9,200,000 Water Revenue Bonds. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept the form of tax exemption certificate pertaining to the 99,200,000 Water Revenue Bonds. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-144, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF 99,200,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase wastewater service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase water service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties" of the city code, to change various rates for solid waste disposal, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-145, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S FY00 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, THAT IS PART OF THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL NECESSARY Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 8 CERTIFICATIONS TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND DESIGNATING THE CITY MANAGER AS THE AUTHORIZED CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FOR THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-146, ADOPTING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ALLOCATION FOR OLD BRICK EPISCOPAL LUTHERAN CORPORATION WITHIN THE FY00 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, THAT IS PART OF THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS). Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-147, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IAIS/CRANDIC INTERCHANGE PROJECT, STP-A-3715(12)- ~ 86-52. Moved and seconded to adopt a resolution awarding contract and authorizing Mayor to sign and City Clerk to attest contract for the construction of the Iowa City Civic Center Additions and Renovations project. The Mayor declared the resolution defeated. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-148, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY CIVIC CENTER THIRD FLOOR EXPANSION AND FIRST FLOOR RENOVATIONS PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-149, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HOWARD R. GREEN COMPANY CONSULTING ENGINEERS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY SANITARY LANDFILL. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-150, RESOLUTION RATIFYING SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION Moved and seconded to appoint Rick Spooner, 810 W. Benton, to the Human Rights Cornre. to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001; and appoint Toni Cilek, 1510 Bristol Dr., to the P&R Cornre. to fill an Official Actions May 4, 1999 Page 9 unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor noted the previously- announced vacancies: PCRB - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the May 18 Council meeting. Bd. of Library Trustees - two vacancies to fill six-year terms ending July 1, 2005. These appointments will be made at the June 15 Council meeting. Moved and seconded to adjourn 9:00 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/Ma ' . , ' Submitted for publication - 5/12/99 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 MAY 4, 1999 Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 6:30 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, Davidson, Fowler. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 99-49, Side 2. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn to executive ses- sion to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclo- sure 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 ses- sion closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed; and to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members pre- sent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 6:32 p.m. Council returned to open session 7:10 p.m. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, to adjourn the special meeting 7:08 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 MAY 4, 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'D~nnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Shank, Yapp, Franklin, Scott, Grosvenor, Fowler, Yucuis, Davidson. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 99-52, Both Side; 99-53, Side 1. The Mayor proclaimed Bicycle Month - May, Linda Thomae accepted; Historic Preservation Week - May 9-15, Michaelanne Widness accepted; Cancer Survivors' Day - May 15, Bob Henderson accepted. The Mayor and Joyce Carman presented the Human Rights Poetry/Essay Contest winners: First Place in Poetry: Maeta Mufuame. First Place in Essay: Eric Peters. Honorable Mention in Poetry: Beth Kindig, Paola Moreno, Brie Nixon, Christopher Fuller, Elizabeth Dunbar, Kara Callahan, Honorable Mention in Essay: Ashley Calkins, Shikha Bhattacharjee, Anna Kudsk, Christine Bursch. 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 and to delete item 4d(1) a resolution setting a public hearing for May 18 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Police Waiting Area Renovations Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said plans on file for public inspection; add item 4d(3) setting a public hearing for May 18, 1999 on amending the FY99 operating budget; and accept the added correspondence: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meeting of April 19, and the reg. ular meeting of April 20, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Animal Control Advisory Bd. - February 18. Animal Control Advisory Bd. - April 22. Housing & Community Development Comm. - March 24. Human Rights Comm. - March 29, April 19, Bd. of Library Trustees - April 7. Telecommunications Comm. - March 22. PCRB - April 13. Riverfront and Natural Areas Comm. - March 17. Rules Committee Report - April 20, 1999. Approve amended Riverfront and Natural Areas Commission By-Laws. Sr. Center Comm. - March 16. Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Vine Tavern & Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss St. Class C Liquor License for Mumm's Saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton St. Outdoor Service Area for Mumm's saloon & Eatery, 21 W. Benton St. Class C Beer Permit for Suburban AMOCO, 370 Scott Ct. Refund an unused portion of a Special Class C Liquor License for Zoey's Pizzeria, 1950 Lower Muscatine Rd. Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 2 Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-132, Bk. 121, p. 132, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for May 18 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CONCESSION/RESTROOM BUILDINGS AT THE IOWA CITY KICKERS SOCCER PARK, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-133, Bk. 121, p. 133, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for May 18 ON AMENDING THE FY99 OPERATING BUDGET. ~ Resolutions, Bk. 121: RES. 99-134, p. 134, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR SCOTT - SIX INDUSTRIAL PARK AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 99-135, p. 135, 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 718 NORTH GILBERT STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-136, p. 136, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A WATER MAIN, SANITARY SEWER AND BLANKET UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED OVER AND ACROSS THE VACATED PORTION QF SECOND AVENUE COURT, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-137, p. 137, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SIDEWALK FEE AGREEMENT FOR SCOTT-SIX INDUSTRIAL PARK, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-138, p. 138, TO ADOPT AMENDED BY-LAWS FOR THE RIVERFRONT AND NATURAL AREAS COMMISSION. Correspondence: Harold Hensel regarding killing. John Veit regarding police shooting test. Civil Service Cornre. submitting certified lists of applicants for .the following position(s): Civil Engineer, Housing Program Assistant. Letter from Carolyn Cavitt (Stepping Up Project) to Local Businesses and Underage Drinking [previously distributed April 23 Information Packet]. Richard Hartig, Hartig Drug Stores, regarding amending CN-1 zone. Correspondence regarding Goosetown traffic calming from: Kathleen Janz; Carl Klaus; David Rust; Jim & Ann Wells; Chris Coretsopoulos and Lynn Ikach; Ingell Doyle; Maryann Dennis. Council Member Norton acknowledged the progress of improvements to the soccer complex, and the Mayor noted the remarkable contribution by the Iowa City Kickers organization. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Rene Paine, PATV Director, invited citizens to the May 5th world premier of "Accessing Community Media" a program produced by nine participants of workshops funded through a grant from the University Hospital School; noted an open house to celebrate nine years of PATV service in the Iowa City/Coralville area on May 14; and distributed copies of their Annual Report. Moved by Kubby, Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 3 seconded by Champion, to accept the Annual Report. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Anna Buss, 525 W. Benton, reported on her experience at the Citizens Police Academy and encouraged citizens to participate in the next Academy. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending City Code Section 14-6, "Zoning Chapter," concerning definitions and parking requirements for carryout, delivery, and drive-through restaurants. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-12) plan for Silvercrest, a 21.53-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 on the southeast quadrant of Scott Boulevard and American Legion Road. No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by (:]'Donnell, that the ordinance amending the Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-12) plan for Silvercrest, a 21.53- 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, be given first consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. 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. Dunlap Ct. residents Robert Olick and David Woodruff appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending City Code subsections 14-5H, Site Plan Review, and 14-6S, Performance Standards, regarding lighting standards, 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 adopt RES. 99-139, Bk. 121, p. 139, APPROVING THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 10.3 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AT WASHINGTON STREET (Scott Blvd East Part 3). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on 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 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). No one appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately 14.83 acres located east of Scott Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 4 Boulevard at Washington Street from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RSo8), 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), 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 Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 99-3878, Bk. 42, p. 12, AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 14-4B TO CHANGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE REQUIREMENTS AND TO INCORPORATE BOARD POWERS AND PROCEDURES INTO CHAPTER 14-6, "ZONING CHAPTER," BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE W, ENTITLED "BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT POWERS AND PROCEDURES". Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to defer indefinitely 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, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Atty. Doug Ruppert. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to forward a letter to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending approval of an extraterritorial rezoning of 2.68 acres adjacent to 1244 Devon Drive NE in Fringe Area A from Suburban Residential (RS) to Rural (A1). 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 denial of an extraterritorial rezoning of one acre located in Fringe Area A at 3005 Highway 1 NE from Rural (A1) to Commercial Agricultural (C-AG). Applicant Allan Berger appeared. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing ~vas held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa Avenue Multi-Use Parking Facility project. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-140, Bk. 121, p. 140, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI- USE PARKING FACILITY PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENTS FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 5 of roll call vote: Ayes: Champion, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-141, Bk. 121, p. 141, AUTHORIZING RELOCATION ASSISTANCE TO PERSONS DISPLACED FROM THEIR HOMES OR BUSINESSES AS A RESULT OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY. 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 Westminster Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project. No one appeared. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-142, Bk. 121, p. 142, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE WESTMINSTER SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, 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 authorizing conveyance 2750 Irving Avenue. No one appeared. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-143, Bk. 121, p. 143, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYENCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 2750 IRVING AVENUE TO THE TENANT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance repealing Section 1-9-2 of the City Code entitled "Limitation on Campaign Contributions," be given first vote for consideration. City Atty. Dilkes summarized the background of the ordinance. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the rnotion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt ORD. 99-3879, Bk. 42, p. 13, 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 CONNETION WITH SAID URBAN RENEWAL REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to accept the form on continuing disclosure certificate pertaining to the ~9,200,000 Water Revenue Bonds. Finance Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 6 Director Yucuis present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to accept the form of tax exemption certificate pertaining to the $9,200,000 Water Revenue Bonds. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-144, Bk. 121, p. 144, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $9,200,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS. 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 amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase wastewater service charges and fees in 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 Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the City Code, to increase water service charges and fees in Iowa City, Iowa, be given first vote for consideration. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Kubby, Lehman. Nays: Champion. Absent: None. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties" of the city code, to change various rates for solid waste disposal, 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 Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-145, Bk. 121, p. 145, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S FY00 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, THAT IS PART OF THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND DESIGNATING THE CITY MANAGER AS THE AUTHORIZED CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FOR THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-146, Bk. 121, p. 146, ADOPTING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ALLOCATION FOR OLD BRICK EPISCOPAL LUTHERAN CORPORATION WITHIN THE FY00 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, THAT IS PART OF THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 7 (CITY STEPS). Council Member Champion stated she served on the Board of Old Brick and would be abstaining. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/0, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry. Nays: None. Abstain: Champion. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to RES. 99-147, Bk. 121, p. 147, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IAIS/CRANDIC INTERCHANGE PROJECT, STP-Ao3715(12)- - 86-52. To Steger-Heiderscheit Const. Corp. for $689,971.40. 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 a resolution awarding contract and authorizing Mayor to sign and City Clerk to attest contract for the construction of the Iowa City Civic Center Additions and Renovations project. The Mayor declared the resolution defeated unanimously, 0/7, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-148, Bk. 121, p. 148, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for May 18 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY CIVIC CENTER THIRD FLOOR EXPANSION AND FIRST FLOOR RENOVATIONS PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INPSECTION. 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. 99-149, Bk. 121, p. 149, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HOWARD R. GREEN COMPANY CONSULTING ENGINEERS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY SANITARY LANDFILL. Civil Engr. Scott present for discussion. 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. 99-150, Bk. 121. p. 150, RESOLUTION RATIFYING SETTLEMENT QF PENDING LITIGATION (~61,OOO to Metro Pavers, Inc. and $21,OOO to Metro Pavers, Inc. and Paul & Mary Kennedy). Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to appoint Rick Spooner, 810 W. Benton, to the Human Rights Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2001; and appoint Toni Cilek, 1510 Bristol Dr., to the P&R Comm. to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2003. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: PCRB - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. This appointment will be made at the May 18 Council meeting. Bd. of Library Trustees - two vacancies to fill six- Complete Description May 4, 1999 Page 8 year terms ending July 1, 2005. These appointments will be made at the June 15 Council meeting. Council Member O'Donnell reported on the Crisis Center Breakfast; and stated his opposition to-a flat water rate. Council Member Kubby reminded citizens of the following upcoming events: public discussion on proposed changes in Iowa City transit routes May 6 at the Public Library and May 18 at the City Council meeting; Civil Liberties annual dinner on May 8; meeting on tennis court lighting on May 10 at City High; and University of Iowa Multicultural graduation banquet on May13. Council Member Thornberry stated he missed the last Council meeting because he was delayed in Georgia and was glad to be back. Council Member Vanderhoef said she had received "Ensuring the Central Role for Cities in the Electronic Marketplace" publication from the National League of Cities and would provide Council copies in the next packet; and wished Julie Voparil, from the City Clerk's office, a speedy recovery. Council Members Norton stated he had attended the PCRB forum at Broadway and noted the letter and City Manager response regarding the Police Chief's presentation and departure to allow questions to the Board directly; reported he rode with Police Officer Kivi on Friday night; and said he forwarded a letter from a citizen with ADA concerns in local businesses to the Asst. City Manager for a response. Mayor Lehman stated a special work session would be held on May 12 at 8:00 a.m. to discuss finance issues; and requested the procedure on parking prohibition be scheduled for a Council work session. City Atty. Dilkes stated recent legislation making extensive amendments to the condemnation statue will cause delays in City projects and recommended Council contact the Governor regarding concerns. Mayor Lehman noted changes in condominium taxing that also occurred and requested a letter clarifying that change be sent to Council. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adjourn 9:00 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk