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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-06-15 CorrespondenceFrom: Date: Re: Iowa City Council Jeff M. Gillitzer, 911 Highland Avenue, Iowa City 06/09/99 Highland Avenue Traffic Calming Project 06-15-99 2f(1) As I am sure you are aware, the traffic-calming project for Highland Avenue is now well under way. The combination of on street parking, and the chicanes and chokers placed at this point have had an immediate positive impact requiring that all vehicles observe residential speeds at all times. A situation that did not exist up to even the day before these units were placed. Because of this impedance to traffic flow, I am sure that by this time you have received a considerable number of comments and complaints. In due consideration of the fact that Highland Avenue has to this point contained no stop signs or traffic control mechanisms this response is understandable. Kirkwood Avenue and the Highway, both being in parallel to Highland and containing multiple traffic flow impedances, (stoplights and stop signs) have helped over time to make Highland an excellent "short- cut" route. By increasing the impedance level of Highland Avenue to equal Kirkwood and the highway, it is no longer advantageous to use this "Highland shortcut". (In addition to requiring that all traffic maintain residential speeds.) Given the positive impact, it appears there is hope that traffic intended for Kirkwood (as an arteriole type street) will remain on Kirkwood just as traffic intended for Highland (as a collector type street) will remain on Highland Avenue. I feel the bottom line on this is that by enabling this project to go forward the City Council is giving the residents of Highland Avenue the same consideration that Kirkwood Avenue residents have been given. Consequently 1 and other Highland Avenue residents sincerely believe this to be a move in the right direction and appreciate your continued support in this endeavor. Finally, and best of all, the Highland Avenue Traffic Calming Project is WORKING. iabo\+} IOWA ASSOCIATION of BUILDING OFFICIALS A CHAPTER OF INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS May 27, 1999 ¢x~ City of Iowa City Mayor, City Council & City Manager 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, IA. 52240 ,~ JUN 0 4~ 1999 ~ CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE Dear Honorable Mayor, City Council & City Manager On behalf of the Iowa Association of Building Officials, please accept our sincere Thanks for allowing, Pat Hansen, Building Inspector, to help out the communities in Noaheast Iowa with the assessment of properties stricken by the recent flooding. As a result, 500 homes and business were inspected. This effort would not have been able to be accomplished without your community's participation and expertise. Our Chapter consists of Building Official, Inspectors and other Code Related Professionals from communities. This Associations ability to assist others in their times of need is made possible by the generous support and assistance from communities such as yours. Thanks Again. Sincerely, Ken Wetzler President, IABO cc: Pat Hansen, Building Inspector BUILDING SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT 3une 2, 1999 CITY OF I0 WA CITY Mr. Steve Arkins, RE: Flood 1999 From May 24th tO May 29th, I was given the opportunity to assist the flood-ravaged communities in Northeastern Iowa. I was not prepared for what I was about to embark on. In the 1993 Flood I was working for an Iowa City Electrical contractor and my exposure to the flood was limited to only the homes that we had contracted out to repair. In this case my exposure to the devastation was enormous. This experience was not only interesting it was also very educational. In the event that Iowa City would ever be put under these same types of conditions again, I hope to take this experience and put it to work to ease some of the stress and frustration put upon our community and the surrounding areas. The inspection team consisted of 8 people from across the state, cities represented were, Iowa City, Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Falls, and Marion. The jurisdictions that we assisted were the following: Volga, Littleport, Independence, Clayton County, Elkport, Fayette, Garber, Maynard, and the small river communities in Buchanan County. The camaraderie, and the way we came together as a team was to say the least, impressive. As of Saturday, May 29th as a team we had completed 540 inspections. At this time Iowa City's total expenditures are $1830.00. I completed 62 inspections during the three days of work. This averages out to be $29.50 a home. This a small price to pay for these communities, in order to expedite the FEMA process and get started on rebuilding their Communities. There is something that I will take home through all of this. I have learned what it means do to be an Iowan. A 9ood percentage of the people I met were in terrific moods, and all of them had a great sense of humor, even while standing in 12" of mud in their living room. On one occasion I had just completed an inspection for a gentlemen on his home. Because of the extent of the damage he had received a red placard - a warning not to enter the house under any circumstances unless authorized by the Building Official of that jurisdiction. After explaining the situation, we parted, and as we did I told him that it was nice to meet him, and that I wished it was not under these circumstances. CITY OF I0 W./t CITY His reply was" No...No... sir don't be sorry, some of your best friends are the ones that you meet in crisis situations such as this. T respect and support what you fellas are doing." That statement carried a lot of weight with me and made me feel proud to live in Towa. Tn closing T would like to take the opportunity to thank you and all that were involved in letting me represent the City of Towa City in this disastrous situation, and to help in anyway that T could. T thank you, and it was expressed by several of the people and their communities that they thank you. Thanks again, Pat Hansen Towa City Building/Electrical Inspector June 6, 1999 To: Members of the Iowa City Council From: Marie Matthes Heritage Manor Apt. iowa City Dear Members of the Council: 06-15-99 2f(3) J'IJ JUN 0 ? 1999 ,,~ CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE This is a request that you include in the plans for the new parking ramp an attachment to the Senior Center so that elderly persons can more safely go from one to the other without being concerned about slipping on the icy alley. It would also facilitate the loading of cars used for the delivery of meals to the homebound. Thank you for your consideration. ,[ JUN 0 8 1999 CiTY MIItVA~R'$ OFFICE Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington 0 O 1999 Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council,' I urge you to build a sk~alk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A sk~alk would: Increase pedestrian safety Accentuate pedestrian mobility Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ~t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature ( } Address ' City / Z~p Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City . Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 4 j 0 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: * Increase pedestrian safety . Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name I~E ) [' H F'q ,~ Address Zip Code Mayor Emie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City zip code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 )d;,TL-¢ ~, / 9 q ~ Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name ?~ zf ~ ~' zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address "7 Y' ~' '~ > ,(, -~,i. :. c City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address ciO~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address cit~ Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and 'the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed Name Address city Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address ciO~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely,~ Signature Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, --_) Signature Printed Name Address city zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concem with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed Name Address ~ity Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, St'gnatur!/; )? :, '///9 f: Printed Name zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Si~e Printed Name Address City 7 Zip Code' Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature ~/ Printed Name Address zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Signature Printed Name Address ~ Ci~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ~t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signatured~ djq -~- Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City ~4~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed N'a~e e'Y' ' Address CiOf Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Address city Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center wou ' . S irlc~X,, (~" Signature Printed Name Address C" 7 / ccd4 5'2_9-- 40 City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerelye, Sign~ure' Printed Name ,-j>d,O- k ,address City zip Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exe~ion possible. A sk alk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with fo~ard thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ~t century. In addition to a sk~alk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potemial mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a sk~alk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address Y"'(' 6:; 7,4- C<:' ,,' Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address ,-5" 277a" Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Signature Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City &~b~ncil, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature p r i n t e~d ~;'n~V Address zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature rinted Name Address Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincenely, , , Signature Printed Name Address City zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, S i gna,(tlr e Printed Name Address city Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address T Zip doPde' ~ ' Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 4 10 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address city Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, - ~ Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address ~7~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name ,4 ddress zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name 3 ~Zd ~, C,L)~~d,d,~ city Address Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Sig . od Cit~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature N t c,. Printed Name Address -Fe.~.,.~ (71'77. City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name ddre.. .J : zip code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature '~'2DD J7 a 4~ ~ / Printed Name City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature ~ // Printed Name Address City Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: * Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 2 1 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Szgnat e ( Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature '-'/ Printed Name Address City zip Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 4 10 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address city Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name daaress .:~-- City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed Name Address City Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp ~vould make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name '~2(3 ._, ..~,.-.. ~. too Address i ov:~ , i ,'-~ . < l:' '2 ':; 0 City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City zip Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: * Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name 1~,~ .~ ~<~c. Aes-~ Ave. Address City zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those sen5 ors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the lea;t amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Address ~/~'~ity Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City (,7) Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, ,~~ Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed Name j {il ~ (~~ Address Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Signature ~ "~ Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety , · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed Name Address city Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name L~l~& ,~b. Address City Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Signature Printed Name Address Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincere, Printed Name /~ City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: * Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Printed Name Address C Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address //~c ~___~OVL~ rX CiO~ C Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address c zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signatut,t( Printed Name Address CiO~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Sig ture Printed Name Address City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincere , ......,,,. Signature PrintFd"Name X'C"~ / / Address Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address Cir~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, C,-(,'~-~-~-.~:--~-c. Signature Printed Name A~dres~ ~ ' City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address Ci~ Zip Code' Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address c~o, zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name 9 --, ~j' / / Address . / / cuy -5'~z 9_ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 4 10 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Address Ci~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Printed Name Address Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature f Printed Name / Address k,: .... ,.,5 T City Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City /-- Zip Code L_ ,-"__NC, bc ,,,-' -:S c ,-,,-~ tL ,:..,,. , C't' Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: Increase pedestrian safety Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. S~(...,,.,,,~4~in~erely' ' signature Printed Name ~/ '7)Vz ',,5~- -.~ ' ip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 4 10 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 2 1 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Ad&ess ' zip cod Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Estelle Merridith Printed Name 320 E. ~,a~hington # 4H Address Iowa City, IA 52240 ci~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, ignature ~ Pri~nt~d ~ Address City Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 4 10 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. - Sincerely, Signature Printed Name Address City ~ ~ Zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 2 1 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature "- Printed Name ' Mayor Emie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: * Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 2 1 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Jz' t r~ ~ E- ~,l C- & /vx, L, h ~ S d lY Printed Name Address city zip Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Address City zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 21 ,t century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior.Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name - g'/9 iv5 ~ Address t6 t--l,, 5,[-. city zip Code Mayor Ernie Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council 410 E. Washington Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mayor Lehman and Members of the Iowa City Council, I urge you to build a skywalk. Not building a skywalk between the newly planned Iowa Ave. Parking Ramp and the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center would be a mistake. Currently, as planned, there is no direct access between the Ramp and the Senior Center. The planned pedestrian exit onto Linn St. for people parking in the Iowa Ave. ramp would make it more difficult for those seniors who have trouble walking and wish to enter the Senior Center with the least amount of physical exertion possible. A skywalk would: · Increase pedestrian safety · Accentuate pedestrian mobility · Show concern with forward thinking for future senior generations in the 2 1 st century. In addition to a skywalk, please consider adding a canopy that would cover the alleyway between the Parking Ramp and the Senior Center. This will keep pedestrians, home delivered meals drivers, delivery vehicles and Senior Dining satellite delivery vehicles (Hills, Solon, etc.) out of the elements. A canopy would help to eliminate potential mishaps and accidents caused by snow and ice build-up on an uncovered alley. Mayor Lehman, a response to this letter expressing your viewpoint on the feasibility of a skywalk and canopy between the Iowa Ave. Ramp and the Senior Center would be appreciated. Sincerely, Signature Printed Name ' Address city 5 27 '76 zip Code Page 1 of 1 ~ ~'(5/) Marian Karr From: june braverman [jbraver@avalon.net] Sent: Monday, June 14, 1999 7:46 PM To: council@iowa-city.org To Council Members: I write in support of a walkway from the Linn St. Parking facility to the Senior Center. It is more than a convenience for this growing population in Johnson County-I believe it is a necessity, particularly for the older persons who come to the Center for meals and services, and the many folks who transport instruments, music and art supplies for classes and rehearsals at least twice weekly. June Braverman 6/14/99 614 3rd. Ave. Coralville, IA 52241 May 17, 1999 The Honorable Ernie Lehman 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52246 Dear Mr. Lehman: MAY 2 6 1999 CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE As a student here at West High School I often walk down many hallways day after day. After awhile I tend to get thirsty. That's when I head for the drinking fountain. But as soon as the water hits my mouth I am taken back by the extremely foul taste. This concems me I believe that students here at West High deserve quality drinking water just like everyone else. I am writing to you to see if maybe you have some suggestions or even solutions for this ongoing problem. First of all I would like to know where the Iowa City drinking water comes from. I have been told that it comes from the Iowa River. But is this really true? Whenever I drive by that river I think to myself "How could anyone ever want to drink that water?" It doesn't even look sanitary, how could it be sanitary to drink? I would also like to know what kind of process takes place to treat the water. 1 realize that there are several chemicals put in it such as flouride and chlorine but I don't have a full understanding as to how much of those elements are put in and why they are put in. I feel that if I have a better understanding of the process I might be able to gain an appreciation for just how precious our water really is. And maybe be able to understand why it smells so funny and whether it can be detrimental to my health. I am concerned about the drinking water here in Iowa City. I feel that there can still be something done about it. I am writing to you as a concerned citizen, not just as someone who wants to complain. I understand that there have been several investments made to improve our water but it still doesn't seem right. I would appreciate any suggestions you might have. I think that it's time to do something about our water. Sincerely yours, Brandon Pauley June 2, 1999 Brandon Pauley 614 3rd Ave. Coralville, IA 54442 CITY OF I0 WA CITY Re: Water Quality at West High School Dear Brandon, I would like to address your concerns about the water quality at your high school, as well as the community of Iowa City. First let me assure you that your school was contacted and, although the water may taste different than in your home located in Coralville, it is perfectly safe to drink. The water fountains at West High are water cooling devices that are cleaned and maintained regularly by the maintenance staff. When you live in Coralville, the source of your water is groundwater. The Jordan and Silurian aquifers are located deep in the ground and are free of many of the contaminants that are experienced in a surface water source. This water still must go through a treatment process before it goes to your home. For more information contact Kevin Callahan, Coralville Water Plant Superintendent. Since 1882, the primary source for drinking water in Iowa City has been the Iowa River. Deep wells in the Silurian and Jordan aquifers supplement this supply during peak demand times or for blending when contaminants are high in the river. The water treatment facility features a conventional coagulation-sedimentation filtration process. This is capable of removing sediment, bacteria, and microbes such as Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Pesticides and herbicides are reduced in the river by diluting with well water. Chlorine is added to disinfect water throughout the distribution system until it reaches your faucet. Fluoride is added to the water to assist in reducing cavities in people's teeth. This treatment has been used nationally since the mid 1960s when dentists requested assistance from water utilities. The Iowa City Water Division provides customers with a water quality that exceeds all of the quality standards required by the Environmental Protection Agency. Over two hundred tests a day are performed by water treatment plant operators. In addition to these tests, others are performed by the University Hygienic Laboratory to ensure that the water reaching your home is safe to drink. The water treatment plant operators receive continual education to upgrade their certification and also participate in activities that provide Iowa City with cutting edge technology to meet the increased demands of the regulations imposed by the Safe Drinking Water Act. We agree that the Iowa City water does taste different than Coralville's as does water from other communities. Taste depends on the source of water and the treatment process performed to make the water safe to drink. 410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET , IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240-1826 ® (319) 356-5000 · FAX (319) 356~5009 In order to meet the goal of better water quality, the City has sought better water sources. A new "state of the art" treatment facility and ground water sources are being developed. The treatment plant site is located at 2551 North Dubuque Street. Nine ground water sources have been developed between the two source water locations on Dubuque St. and the Foster Rd. peninsula. Because of the many water sources now available, the Iowa River will not be used as a primary source for Iowa City's water when the new plant is operational. The expected opening date for the new water plant is 2002. The old treatment plant will not be supplying water to your school or the community and will be demolished. The new treatment process will be a lime-softening coagulation-sedimentation, activated carbon filtration process. Starting with source water that is virtually free of sediment the lime-so~ening process can reduce calcium hardness in the water by half. The treatment process removes organic material that harbors taste, odor, and color that plagues our current system. The carbon-capped filters will then polish the water by reducing herbicides, pesticides and eliminating taste and odors. I would invite you to take a tour of the Iowa City Water Plant at 330 N. Madison St. and visit with staff about concerns you have. The City staff is very knowledgeable and dedicated to safe drinking water. Contact Carol Sweeting at 356-5164 if you have more questions or would like to visit the plant. Respectfully, Ernest W. Lehman Mayor Im\ltAel6-1 .doc Executwe Members Carolyn Cavitt bm ClaTl'ton Mary Sue Coleman Dale t telling Phdhp E. Jones lulic Keamey Pat Ketcham Mar?' Khowassah Emie Lehman Steve Partort Cathv Solow Joan VandenBerg J. Patrick White Lana Zak IST P P I i,lU P  06-15-99 I P RO-j E c'r ~q?~ I A COMMUNI~ AND CAMPUS COALITION TO REDUCE BINGE DRINKING 5-27-99 ~ 1~ Iowa City City Council 4 10 E ~rashington gtreet Iov:a CitS., l?X 52240 [~gt~l]~'~ .~ JUN 0 1 1999 Dear Council Members Please fred enclosed an example of a letter sent to bar owners in Iowa City. This letter was sent to the folloxving bars: Bo James The Fieldhouse One Eyed Jakes The Sports Column The Llnion Vitos As you kno~v, on April 14% 1999, The Stepping Up project sent 6 letters of concern to bar owners in Iowa City who had had one or more under-age drinker cited each time the police checked the identification cards of patrons. Several of the bar owners who recdved our letters queried Stepping Up about how and why the data xvas gathered and presented in this manner. The enclosed letter is Stepping Up's ~c,;pr-,;~,,c to th::se clucti~'s. We appreciate the opportunity to work with you on the issue of binge drin'king and will continue to keep you informed on developments in Iowa City. Sincerely? ,%. JuGie Phye Stepping Up Coordinator I00 Curtier Hail, Iowa City, 52242 (319)335-i349 E PIt G U IPRO E jr I P A COMMUNITY AND CAMPUS COALITION TO REDUCE BINGE DRINKING Execu[ive Members CarolD Cavitt Jim Clayton Mary Sue Coleman Dale HeAling PhiHip E. Jones Julie Kearney Pat Ketcham Mary Khowassah Emie Lehman Steve Parrot[ Julie Phye Cathy Solow Joan VandenBerg J. Patrick %rhite LanaZak 5-25-99 Donald Stalkfleet The Sports Column 12 S. Dubuque Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mr. Stalkfleet, On behalf of the Stepping Up Coalition, this is to clarify any misunderstandings stemming from our April 8~ letter to you regarding underage drinking citations in your establishment. The data used for calculating the percentage of under-age drinkers cited per check was taken from year end data for 1998 compiled by the Iowa City Police Department. This information is not classified or protected and is available to the public. We have enclosed a copy of the source data from the ICPD for your information. There appears to be a difference in interpretation of the word "check" as it was used in our letter. We stated: "Each time the Iowa City Police checked your establishment last year, at least one underage drinker was cited." Some liquor licensees interpreted this sentence to mean that eve~' single time a police officer entered an establishment, underage drinkers were found. However, our statement was based on the definition of the word "check" that is used by the ICPD in compiling its statistics. According to Police Chief R.J. Winkelhake, a "check" occurs when officers ask patrons to produce identification for the purpose of ascertaining if they are of legal age. Other visits, such as when an officer walks through or is called to an establishment, are not considered a "check" according to the ICPD definition. The Stepping Up Project understands the competitive economic market in which liquor licensees work. We do not imply that any laws have intentionally been broken. I00 Curtier Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242 (319) 335-1349 However our main goal is to reduce binge drinking and the harm it causes. Studies show that enforcing the underage drinking law is effective in reducing death and teen-agers among young adults. In a commumty survey conducted in April, 1998, enforcement of the minimum legal drinking age was supported by 78 percent of the respondents. Likewise, a 1997 Harvard University survey of University of Iowa students indicated that enforcement of the minimum legal d~nk~g age was supported by nearly 60 percent of the respondents. We would like you to know that our recent correspondence with liquor license holders included 34 letters of commendation to license holders who had zero or one PAULA citation for 1998. We are willing to work together on this issue. We welcome your thoughts as part of the ongoing dialogue necessa~- to reduce the harmful effects of alcohol abuse in our community. Please feel welcome to call Julie Phye, Stepping Up's coordinator at 335- 1349. Sincerely, Carolyn Cavitt Chair Vice Chair Project Coordinator CC: Iowa City Council Coralville City' Council State Alcoholic Beverages Commission Iowa City Police Department Weekly Bar Check Report 1998 Year End Bar Name Year to date total 1 ST AV CLUB 620 CLUB AIRLINER AUGIES BO JAMES CARLOS O KELLEY'S CHAUNCEYS COLONIAL LANES DAVES FOXHEAD DEADWOOD DIAMOND DAVES DUBLIN UNDERGROUND EAGLES LODGE FIELDHOUSE FITZPATRICKS GA MALONES GABES GEORGES GIOVANNIS GRINGOS GRIZZLEYS GROUND ROUND GUNNERZ HIGHLANDER INN HILLTOP TAP JIMMY'S BISTRO JIMMY'S BRICK OVEN JIRSAS JOES PLACE KEGLER KI'FFY HAWK MARTINIS MAXIES MEMORIES MICKEYS MIKES MILL MONDO'S MOOSE LODGE MUMMS ONE EYED JAKES OUTER LIMITS PI-AMOR 22 3 48 13 47 1 20 3 8 16 9 14 2 109 14 30 80 10 3 4 30 2 17 1 14 1 5 12 14 3 14 7 65 19 11 8 3 8 2 18 32 19 4 {,;olumrl A IS tile Rumper ot times a par Is checked. Column B is number of people charged in each bar. 1 3 0 18 0 105 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 197 5 2 19 0 0 0 2 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 9 0 8 0 0 3 0 0 34 1 1 Note this is not the total number of charges in each bar. QUE ROXIES RT GRUNTS SANCTUARY SPORTS COLUMN TGI FRIDAYS THE CELLAR TUCKS UNION VFW VINE VITOS WIG AND PEN TOTALS Iowa City Police Department Weekly Bar Check Report 1998 Year End 19 0 3 0 54 0 1084 0 0 321 0 3 63 0 882 Column A is the number of times a bar is checked. Column B is number of people charged in each bar. 2 Note this is not the total number of charges in each bar. Iowa City City Council 410 East Washington Street Iowa City IA 52244 Monday. June 7, 1999 Dear Council Member, ./~/ Jason-Thomas Eppel /~ PO Box 2721 Iowa City IA 52244 JUN 0 9 1999 CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE I am writing to you to express my concern over the continuing situation of supply truck parking on Dubuque Street between Iowa and Washington Streets. Virtually every week day and at virtually any hour of the day there are beer supply trucks. food service vans. and armored bank vehicles which are parked in the imaginary center of the road, ostensibly servicing the businesses on that street. In my opinion, this seriously occludes safe traffic and pedestrian flow on Dubuque Street because the height of these vehicles restricts sight lines for pedestrians in and out of the sidewalk and the oncoming cars. Further, these service deliveries, from my estimation, are at least 20 to 30 minutes long, thereby extending the period of this dangerous situation. Isn't this situation a violation of existing traffic and/or parking codes for our city? I recently bicycled down the alleys of the neighboring blocks one day last week to see if there was a reason these trucks needed to be parked on the street and not the alley. My survey showed that. indeed, there was ample space in these alleys for a service vehicle to maneuver in and out of safely. In other words. I observed that the alleys weren't being used for what they were designed to be. I suspect that the reasons behind parking on the street derive from the driver' s laziness and apathy for proper city conduct. Our streets in the center of the city are beaudrift, and proper civic conduct should follow that our streets should be used for the pedestrian and small vehicular traffic only. and not serve as a convenient park stop for service vehicles. Dubuque Street, with the Pedestrian Mall on one end and a beautiful new skybridge on the other, is particularly beautiful, and I as a citizen would demand that our city's elected council should urge the police to enforce the use of alleys of the businesses they serve so as to keep Dubuque Street, and Iowa City for that matter. a pedestrian-friendly community. Please respond to my concern. Respectfully, el June 1, 1999 Dear City Council and Staff: The closing of part of the street and the entire sidewalk next to the Mid America Building is hampering our ability to do business downtown. We understand the necessity for a brief emergency closure until the building was stabilized but a continued blockage of the right of way just isn't working. A common complaint heard by all of us in business downtown is that of accessibility. Whether a real or a perceived problem, visitors are convinced it is hard to get around downtown and hard to park. The closure of one lane of traffic on Clinton Street, directly across from the main downtown parking facility (which is also under renovation), clearly adds weight to that perception. At present, the blocked lane is used as a free parking area for workers from All-American Concrete and for the bricklayers working on the fa~de of the Mid-American building. As an example of how the space is utilized we are enclosing several pictures for your review. Note that the dump track and trailer have not been moved for 5 days. They were parked there for the entire Memorial Day weekend. Staff has told us that the sidewalk will be closed for more than one year and that the street will be reduced to 3 lanes for the entire period. Cities all over the wo~d build skyscrapers with sidewalks and streets open next to the construction. You could certainly require the contractor to erect the necessary scaffold to ensure the safety of pedestrians during construction. Any City policy that allows the private sector extended use of public right away without compensation for the public needs to be reevaluated. Please restore Clinton Street to 4 lanes and provide at least a 6-foot sidewalk beside the Mid-America and Mondo's buildings. Sincerely, Jim Clayton, The Soap Opera Mark Weaver, Active Endeavors Ann Ashby, Lorenz Victoria Gilpin, Preferred Stock Shannon Anderson, Karlsberg Tanning Chris Burhans, Gringo's D. J. Rinner, D. J. Rinner Goldsmith Christiane Knorr, Iowa Artisans Gallery Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Kathleen Janz [kathleen-janz@uiowa.edu] Friday, June 11, 1999 10:28 AM council@iowa-city.org HEADWAVE@aol.com; carl-klaus@uiowa.edu; linda-stipe@uiowa.edu; florence- boos@uiowa.edu; gretchen-schmuch@uiowa.edu; ghopkins@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu; dan- coleman@worldnet.att.net; kathleen-janz@uiowa.edu; diana-harris@uiowa.edu traffic calming program Dear Councilors, I'm writing in favor of traffic calming policies and programming in Iowa City. As our community expands, it risks the same type of development pattern that has devastated eastern cities in the U.S. (i.e., traffic from outlying residential and commercial developments congesting and dividing the more central, and generally more modest, neighborhoods). As these central neighborhoods become noisier and more cluttered, they also become less desirable to families, more dangerous, and less valuable with respect to property appraisals. Traffic calming programs that provide local solutions to reducing cut-through commuter and commercial traffic provide viable answers to preserving the integrity of our central neighborhoods. I urge you to continue your support of traffic calming in Iowa City and hope that the process expands to include my neighborhood, Goosetown, a neighborhood adversely affected by cut-through traffic. Sincerely, Kathleen Janz Kathy Janz 328 Reno St Iowa City, IA 319 337-6735 52245 Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: H EADWAVE@aol .com Friday, June 11, 1999 4:05 PM council@iowa-city.org traffic calming Dear Council Members: I understand that you will be reviewing the traffic calming program during your work session June 14. I urge you not to dump the program -- I think it is necessary to the quality of life here in Iowa City. You know my feelings regarding how the process went here in Goosetown so I will not go over that rough pavement again. I think the process needs to be available and I think Council needs to decide parameters which it will support when a neighborhood vote for calming. Don't set the bar too high -- you are bound to get complaints regardless of how you decide. Protecting neighborhoods takes thought and leadership. The streets are way too busy around here and I suspect we will be back again soon regarding resolution of our concerns. Again, thank you to those who supported the proposal for Goosetown. David L. Rust 915 E. Bloomington Street Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Carl Klaus [carl-klaus@uiowa.edu] HEADWAVE@aol.com; carl-klaus@uiowa.edu; linda-stipe@uiowa.edu; florence- boos@uiowa.edu; gretchen-schmuch@uiowa.edu; ghopkins@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu; dan- coleman@worldnet.att.net; kathleen-janz@uiowa.edu; diana-harris@uiowa.edu Traffic Calming in Iowa City Dear Councilors, Though Goosetown was denied the benefits of Iowa City's traffic calming program, we continue to believe in the value of the program as an essential means of reducing the excessive cut-through and commerical traffic that threatens the safety and well-being of people who reside in the City's older and historically precious neighborhoods. So we hope you will continue to support the City's traffic calming program. Sincerely, Carl H. Klaus and Kate Franks Klaus Carl H. Klaus 416 Reno Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52245 Telephone: 319-337-2379 FAX: 319-335-2535 email: carl-klaus@uiowa.edu website: http://www.mindspring.com/~klausgarden/home.html Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Daniel Coleman [dan-coleman@worldnet.att.net] Saturday, June 12, 1999 10:55 AM council@iowa-city.org HEADWAVE@aol.com; carl-klaus@uiowa.edu; linda-stipe@uiowa.edu; florence- boos@uiowa.edu; gretchen-schmuch@uiowa.edu; ghopkins@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu; kathleen- janz@uiowa.edu; diana-harris@uiowa.edu Re: Traffic Calming in Iowa City Dear Council Members, While visiting in Carrboro, North Carolina, we have occasion to use a neighborhood cut-through that connects two busy thoroughfares. The town has installed two speed humps on the cut-through street that slow traffic to 15 miles per hour. This maintains the residential integrity of the street, allows emergency and other public vehicles to pass freely, and still preserves the street as part of the overall transportation grid. I urge you to preserve and continue traffic calming efforts to protect Goosetown and other residential neighborhoods in Iowa City. Dan Coleman Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: Raymond Crowe [rcrowe@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu] Sunday, June 13, '1999 8:09 AM council@iowa-city.org traffic calming The traffic calming program has worked very well for the Penny Byrn Neighborhood and thus I would like to recommend that the City keep this program. Any new program is going to have some rough spots but if you talk to traffic calming directors in other cities they are very positive as are the neighbors. The major obstacle always seems to be reversing the drivers mind set-"get there as fast as possible." Without a traffic calming program the City of Iowa City will not be able to reverse the fast driver syndrome. Sally Crowe Penny Byrn Neighorhood Association. Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: L. Karniski [karniski@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu] Monday, June 14, 1999 12:45 PM council@iowa-city.org traffic calming I understand that Traffic Calming may be discussed at the City Council Meeting tonight. My family lives on Hafor Drive, just off of Teg where speed humps were installed to calm traffic. Our neighborhood has been very pleased with the results on Teg. Not only is traffic slowed down, but large, noisy trucks are no longer choosing Teg for a shortcut from Benton to Sunset. The only complaints we have heard are from two residents of Park West who are known to have been among those who consistently went over the speed limit prior to the installation of speed humps. It is interesting to note that those people do NOT have children, and do not seem concerned about the welfare of children riding bikes on Teg, or going to and from Willow Creek Park. In summary, the traffic calming project worked very well for our neighborhood, and I would highly recommend continuing the program. Sincerely, Marsha Karniski 1948 Hafor Drive Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: dpurdy2@juno.com Monday, June 14, 1999 2:49 PM council@iowa-city.org traffic-calming devices I am writing in support of maintaining traffic calming devices thoroughout Iowa City. I believe they do serve a significant function. Many people along Highland are quite happy with their devices and I believe people in the Goosetown neighborhood are looking forward to at least getting double-sided parking. There is a 1 year review to see if the traffic calming devices are effective. If they aren't- they are removed. I believe we should keep this procedure. sincerely, David Purdy Get the Internet just the way you want it. Free software, free e-mail, and free Internet access for a month! Try Juno Web: http://dl.www.juno.com/dynoget/tagj. Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: diana harris [diana-harris@uiowa.edu] Monday, June 14, 1999 3:48 PM council@iowa-city.org traffic calming Dear City Council, Although the council chose not to implement traffic calming measures in Goosetown, it would be unfortunate if the council abandoned completely discussion and support of such measures. This is an issue around which many residents have been active, and a city remains a vital and liveable place when its citizens express their concerns. I hope that the success of the traffic circles on east College Street will result in traffic calming measures in other neighborhoods. I urge you to continue discussing and supporting traffic calming throughout Iowa City. Diana Harris 1025 E. Davenport Street Iowa City, IA 52245 ~ot9 Elliott 1108 Dover Street ~owa aty, aowa 52240 M91351-4056 June 15, 1999 Honorable Ernest W. Lehman Mayor, City of Iowa City Civic Center 410 East Washington SWeet Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Hello Ernie: I apologize for burdening you with what will be a long letter, but I have strong opinions about what ironically has been termed a "street calming" project. rm not sure if that term is the result of a keen sense of humor or someone who's badly out of much. Before proceeding further, however, I want to make it clear that I appreciate and respect city staffs attempt to be innovative in addressing problems. If you don't try some things that don't work, you're not being innovative enough. But this is one of those that has failed. With the following, rll attempt to lay out a few of the reasons why I feel strongly that this street obstacle project is bizarrely unacceptable: Practical -- Apparently the objective is to cause vehicles to weave slightly, and thus, slow down. I drive College Street daily and, unless ice or a downpour of rain causes the surface to be slick, there's no need to slow down for these obstacles. Matter of fact, I suspect some of our more fun-loving drivers may even view this as an invitation to swerve around the obstacles at faster than usual speeds. Financial -- (1) I understand the cost of constructing these mid-street flower beds is $24,000. There are a number of reasonable, practical, and beneficial things that could be done with that amount of money. This is not one of them! (2) Putting flower beds in these tacky-looking asphalt obstacles is a labor intensive activity for upkeep. Thus, the cost will continue to add up. Appearance -- (1) At first glance, these misadventures in asphalt street obstacles give the impression of scattered street construction. On closer look, the asphalt "chokers" and "chicanes' cause the street to take on the appearance of a tacky, dumpy alley. If you want that illustrated, look down College Street just east of the Public Library and see if you agree that it appears dumpy, with messy looking asphalt obstacles jutting out and crowding the two narrow traffic lanes. (2) These emerging mid-street asphalt obstacles require numerous warning signs. Interestingly, I recall city staff contending street signs should be kept to a minimum, because not only can they become an eyesore, they detract from the safety each sign is intended to promote. Mayor Lehman June 15, 1999 Page 2 Safety -- I assume a premise of the project is that if drivers slow down, traffic safety improves. I've witnessed first hand that these ugly obstacles don't slow traffic and they represent safety hazards, especially for motorcycles and bicycles. (1) Some day soon, a motorcycle driver will fail to see the warning signs, turn his or her head at just the wrong moment, and barn! ..... run head-on into the asphalt "thing" in the middle of the street. (2) And just wait until someone's home is on fire and the fire truck is delayed because of avoiding a street ~led with these asphalt booby traps. Again, take a look at College Street downtown and see how easily you think a fire truck would get through there ifthere's any oncoming traffic, especially involving even a normal sized pickup, let alone a larger vehicle. Pragmatic-- fithere are known streets where speeding is prevalent, have police target the area and ticket the speeders. If police have time to save us from ourselves by stopping and ticketing drivers for not wearing seat belts, their time is much, much more productively spent stopping and ticketing speeders. Such ticketing could even add to, rather than subtract from, city funds. Philosophically -- City street and traffic planning staff obviously want most through traffic to use streets that have been designated as thoroughfares. That makes sense. But experience and education reveal that if you want t4 encourage someone to take one sJW. rnative over another; it's preferable to make one alternative more attractive or convenient rather than cause th~ other ~o ~o be tess attracttve or more incgnvenien~. So the idea should be to make the 'through streets" more convenient, rather than making the other streets less convenient and more dangerous. Political -- Neighborhoed people who were surveyed and found to be in favor of this misadventure represent the now all too familiar NIMBY (not in my back yard) school of local city politics. They want traffic to move on all city streets, except for those in front of their houses. I think it's appropriate to point out that Maggie and I reside on what was a little used side street (Dover Street) when we bought our house more than 30 years ago. But since that time, I suspect almost no street in Iowa City has seen a greater increase in motor vehicle traffic than has ours. It's now a main entrance to the ballfields, tennis courts, swimming pool, and children's play areas in Mercer Park. We lose a quiet side street, but the city gains a wonderful park and attractive nearby housing. It's a reasonable trade-off. We haven't complained. It's called progress. Mayor Lehman June 15, 1999 Page 3 More thought would produce more reasons why this project is an expensive, ugly, unrealistic, and unsafe misadventure. But I've rambled and groused too much already. A pleasant gentleman on the phone in the city's SWeets Department informed me this street obstacle project is a one-year experiment. I hope that's true and that it's already abundantly clear to city staff that it's a very, very poor idea. Again, I apologize for bending your patient ear. But I hope you and your fellow councfi members agree this is a poorly conceived project that should disappear even more quickly than it appeared. Thanks for seeking and accepting the position you're in, and for doing it so well. Sincerely, Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: ElliottB53@aol .com Tuesday, June 15, 1999 4:56 PM council@iowa-city.org A plea for street smarts Hello honorable council members: At your earliest collective convenience, please address the so-called "traffic calming" project that has placed asphalt flower beds in traffice lanes of College Street and Highland Avenue, and perhaps in other city streets. About the chokers and chicanes -- How do I not love these? Let me count the ways. They are expensive to install, labor intensive to maintain as flower beds, hazardous for motore vehicle and bicycle traffic, impractical for reducing traffic and/or vehicle speeds, detrimental for use by emergency vehicles, require multiple warning and directional signs, and create a very cluttered appearance. Please send directions to the appropriate street/traffic staff that their innovative thinking is appreciated, but this project is to be stopped and our streets returned to their intended function of moving traffic as efficiently as possible. I've sent a much longer -- unfortunately, too long -- letter to Mayor Lehman in an effort to more fully explain my feelings as a city resident and frequent user of our city streets. I'm sure your collective attention to reversing the project will be appreciated by at least 90% of the drivers and reiders who use our city streets. Thank you. Bob Elliott 1108 Dover Street Iowa City, Iowa POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD A Board of the City of Iowa City 410 East Washington Street Iowa City IA 52240-1826 (319)356-5413 June 10, 1999 Mayor Ernest W. Lehman 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City IA 52240 Dear Mayor and Council Members: In executive session Tuesday, June 8, 1999, the PCRB voted to request an extension of its 45-day reporting deadline according to the City Code for PCRB Complaint #99-02 for the following reasons: · On May 13, 1999, the board requested further information from the Police Department, which information has not yet been received by the Board · To accommodate summer schedules of the Board members The Board's Report for #99-02 is presently due on June 21, 1999. In anticipation of the additional investigative information from the Police Department and, in order to ensure the investigation is conducted in a manner that is fair, thorough and accurate, the Board requests a 60-day extension to August 20, 1999. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Leah Cohen, Chair Police Citizens Review Board