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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-07-27 Council minutesSubject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES JULY 27, 1999 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Pro tem Thornberry presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: Lehman, Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, Trueblood, Kopping, Scott. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-81, Both sides; 99-82, Side 2. Mayor Pro tern Thornberry reported that Mayor Lehman was at home recovering from surgery and should return for the August 23-24 Council meetings. The Mayor Pro tem recognized the Hydraulics Laboratory as a valued and historically significant structure, Conhie Mutel accepted; proclaimed Irving B. Weber Day - August 14, Darold Albright accepted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Champion, that the following items and recommendations in the consent calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions for the regular meeting of July 13, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. - June 10. Bd. of Adjustment - June 9. Bd. of Appeals - June 7. Historic Preservation Cornre. - July 8. P&Z Comm. - July 1, July 15. Bd. of Library Trustees - July 1. P&R Comm. - June 9. Public Art Advisory Comm. - June 17. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk: Class C Liquor License for Martini's, 127 E. College St. Outdoor Service Area for Martini's, 127 E. College St. Class B Wine Permit for Big KMART #4315, 901 Hollywood Blvd. Class C Beer Permit for Big KMART #4315, 901 Hollywood Blvd. Class C Beer Permit for L&M Mighty Shop, 504 E. Burlington St. Class B Wine Permit for L&M Mighty Shop, 504 E. Burlington St. Class C Liquor License for Malone's Irish Pub, 121 Iowa Ave. Setting Public Hearings: Setting a Public Discussion for August 24 on a resolution approving the winter 1999/2000 Deer Management Plan. RES. 99-248, Bk. 122, p. 248, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED ~700,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (FOR A GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSE) AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF. RES. 99-249, Bk. 122, p. 249, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF $3,000,000 PARKING SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF. RES. 99-250, Bk. 122, p. 250, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for August 24 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY CHAUNCEY SWAN FOUNTAIN PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TQ PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-251, Bk. 122, p. 251, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for August 24 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE JOHNSON STREET SANITARY SEWER REPAIR Complete Description July 27, 1999 Page 2 PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-252, Bk. 122, p. 252, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for August 24, 1999 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SOCCER FIELD SANITARY SEWER PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions, Bk. 122: RES. 99-253, P. 253 AUTHORIZING A 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND JOHNSON COUNTY SEATS FOR THE LEASE OF PARATRANSIT VEHICLES TO BE OPERATED WITHIN IOWA CITY, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 99- 164. RES. 99-254, p. 254, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING TWO RENTAL REHABILITATION LIENS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 915 SECOND AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-255, p. 255, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A WATERMAIN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR PROPERTY WITHIN LOUIS CONDOMINIUMS, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-256, p. 256, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A STORMWATER DETENTION FACILITY EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR LOT 2, B.D.I. SECOND ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-257, p. 257, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF OUTLOT B TO THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AS PLATTED IN WINDSOR RIDGE PARTS ONE, TWO, FOUR, FIVE, SEVEN AND EIGHT, IOWA CITY, IOWA AND DECLARING THE AREA OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE. RES. 99-258, p. 258, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR WINDSOR RIDGE - PART NINE, AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 99-259, p. 259, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SCANLON GYMNASIUM IN MERCER PARK. Correspondence: Carol Spaziani regarding dogs. Tom Wemette regarding Old Capitol Ramp parking ticket. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner: Relocation of Handicapped Parking Meters in 300 Block of E Iowa Avenue. Civil Service Commission submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Clerk/Typist - Recreation; Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator; Maintenance Worker I - Streets; Maintenance Worker III - Streets; Sr Account Clerk - Treasury; Treasury Cashier. Carol Horton regarding Iowa Avenue Parking Facility. It was noted that there would be public discussion on Deer Management on August 24; Chauncey Swan Fountain Project on August 24; and the soccer field sanitary sewer project on August 24. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the motion carried. Deborah Schoenfelder, Senior Center Commission, updated Council on activities at the Center. Jerry Feick, Coralville, requested Council add a separate agenda item to consider public health issues. Council stated they would be discussing the request at their next work session. Holly Berkowitz, 612 Granada Complete Description July 27, 1999 Page 3 Ct., appeared regarding public health issues, public rights, the status of the City's Y2K. Council Member Norton requested that Council time be scheduled for an update on Y2K issues this fall. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a public hearing for August 24 on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation from Medium Density Single-Family Residential (RS-8) to Planned Development Housing Overlay (OPDH-8), and approving a preliminary Planned Development Housing Overlay plan for 24 townhouse-style dwelling units for approximately 7.72 acres located at the northeast corner of Barrington Road and Huntington Drive (Windsor Ridge Part 13). The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating an approximate 7,720 square foot unimproved portion of Virginia Drive located between Lots 2 and 14 of North Hills Subdivision immediately northeast of the intersection of Virginia Drive and Ridgewood Lane. No one appeared. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, by adding a definition of "adult business" and changing separation requirements between adult businesses and other uses, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, to allow off-street parking on a separate lot in a different zone under certain conditions. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, to allow off-street parking on a separate lot in a different zone under certain conditions, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately .33 of an acre from Medium Density Single-family (RS-8) to Community Commercial (CC-2) to allow expansion of Kennedy Plaza for property located on the west side of Gilbert Court north of Benton Street, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt ORD. 99-3892, Bk. 42, p. 26, AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 14~6, "ZONING CHAPTER," CONCERNING FREESTANDING SIGNS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Champion, to adopt ORD. 99-3893, Bk. 42, p. 27, VACATING A TEN-FOOT WIDE RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ALONG THE WEST PROPERTY LINE AT 1033 EAST WASHINGTON STREET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to defer to August 24, a resolution approving the preliminary plat of Scott Boulevard East, Part 4, a 7.36 acre, 15-lot residential subdivision located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. Complete Description July 27, 1999 Page 4 Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to defer to August 24, a resolution approving a final plat of Scott Boulevard East, Part 3, a 9.5 acre, three-lot residential subdivision located east of Scott Boulevard at Washington Street. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-260, Bk. 122, p. 260, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF ABCO FIRST ADDITION, A RESUBDIVISON OF LOT 8, W.B. DEVELOPMENT, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 3 OF THERESUBDIVISION OF LOT 7, W.B. DEVELOPMENT, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 4 OF THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 3, 4, 5 AND 6, W.B. DEVELOPMENT, AND A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 OF THE RESUBDIVISION OF OUTLOT A, W.B. DEVELOPMENT, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-261, Bk. 122, p, 261, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF GALWAY HILLS, PART 6, IOWA CITY, IOWA. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-262, Bk. 122, p. 262, APPROVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WESTCOTT HEIGHTS, PART 2, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for construction of the Riverside Festival Stage in City Park. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-263, Bk. 122, p. 263, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL STAGE IN CITY PARK, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for construction of the Oakland Cemetery Phase One Expansion Project. Holly Berkowitz, 612 Granada Ct., appeared. Parks & Rec. Director Trueblood present for discussion. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-264, Bk. 122, p. 264, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE OAKLAND CEMETERY PHASE ONE EXPANSION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the resolution adopted. Complete Description July 27, 1999 Page 5 A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa City Transit Facility Methane Abatement Project, Phase I. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-265, Bk. 122, p. 265, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY TRANSIT FACILITY METHANE ABATEMENT PROJECT, PHASE I, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF PREQUALIFICATION STATEMENTS AND BIDS. Civil Engr. Scott present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, estimate of cost for the construction of the 1999 Highway Turn Lane Improvement Project. No one appeared. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-266, Bk. 122, p. 266, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, ESTIMATE QF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 HIGHWAY TURNLANE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Civil Engr. Scott present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Kubby, that the ordinance amending the license renewal provisions of the plumbing code and the electrical code to provide a hardship exception to the renewal deadlines, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the motion carried. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-267, Bk. 122, p. 267, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 99-57 AND APPROVING A CALL TO ARTISTS FOR SCULPTURES IN THE DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN MALL. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-268, Bk. 122, p. 268, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES FOR AID-TO-AGENCY FUNDING BY THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE SAME: BIG BROTHER/BIG SISTER (938,150); CRISIS CENTER (938,672); DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INTERVENTION PROGRAM (951,673); EMERGENCY HOUSING PROJECT (99,225); FREE MEDICAL CLINIC (95,985); HAWKEYE AREA COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM (97,850); IOWA CENTER FOR AIDS RESOURCES AND EDUCATION (910,250); MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT (940,450); NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS OF JOHNSON COUNTY (957,836); RAPE VICTIM ADVOCACY PROGRAM (913,500); AMERICAN RED CROSS ($5,155); AND UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH (943,577). Affirmative roll Complete Description July 2.7, 1999 Page 6 call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-269, Bk. 122, p. 269, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES FOR FEDERAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING BY THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE SAME: ELDERLY SERVICES (960,255); MID-EASTERN COUNCIL ON CHEMICAL ABUSE (927,872) AND UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH (916,873). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-270, Bk. 122, p. 270, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY SENIOR CENTER SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND CEILING INSTALLATION PROJECT to McComas-Lacina for 9228,211. Senior Ctr. Coordinator Kopping present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-271, Bk. 122, p. 271, AMENDING RESOLUTION 99-216 TO REVERSE A PREVIOUS DECISION BY COUNCIL AND ADD THE PORTION OF THE WILLOW CREEK TRAIL BETWEEN BURRY DRIVE AND THE WILLOW CREEK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE TO THE PHASE 2 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-272, Bk. 122, p. 272, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WILLOW CREEK TRAIL PHASE II IMPROVEMENT PROJECT to Peterson Contractors for 9324,884.25. Parks & Rec. Director Trueblood present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Holly Berkowitz, 612 Granada Ct; Sue Clark and Fred Dunner, 1338 Burry Drive, appeared. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from: Judy Pfohl; Fred Dunner; James Wagner. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. Council took a break 8:30 p.m. Reconvened 8:40. Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-273, Bk. 122, p. 273, TEMPORARILY CLOSING A PORTION OF MADISON STREET RIGHT- OF-WAY AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tern declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-274, Bk. 122, p. 274, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND SHIVE-HATTERY & ASSOCIATES, TO PROVIDE Complete Description July 27, 1999 Page 7 ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF THE U.S. HIGHWAY 6 CORRIDOR SIDEWALK / DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 99-275, Bk. 122, p. 275, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS DIVISION OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT BY INCREASING THE POSITION OF CUSTODIAN FROM 1.75 FTE TO 2 FTE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted. Holly Berkowitz, 612 Granada Ct., thanked Council for their support of the trail system. Moved by Norton, seconded by O'Donnell, to re-appoint Kathleen Renquist, 1000 Tower Ct., A. Denita Gadson, 2258 Russell Dr., and William Stewart, 3433 S. Jamie Ln. to the Housing & Community Development Cornre. to fill three-year terms ending September 1, 2002. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Vanderhoef, to re-appoint John Watson, 403 Elmridge Ave., to the PCRB to fill a four-year term ending September 1, 2003; and re-advertise the vacancy on the Riverfront & Natural Areas Cornre. for an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. The Mayor Pro tem noted the previously-announced vacancies: Public Art Advisory Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus a full term ending January 1, 2003. This appointment will be made at the August 24 Council meeting. Council Member O'Donnell noted the discussion and successful compromise to the Willow Creek Trail width issue, and wished Mayor Lehman a speedy recovery. Council Member Vanderhoef thanked Betty Kelly and everyone involved in the Plum Grove Heritage Garden pastry party held the previous week; and announced that the Customer Contact Training program for work force session to determine eligibility guidelines is accepting applications. Council Member Norton reported on the park tour of July 14 attended by Lehman, Vanderhoef and himself; and requested an update on the commercial area north of the Airport. The City Manager stated a memo would be in Friday packet. Council Member Champion noted the arrival of more limestone for the downtown streetscape project and her hope for the project to remain on schedule; and thanked Mayor Pro tem Thornberry for stepping in in the Mayor's absence. Council Member Kubby acknowledged city employee Steve Roberts who sustained an injury but returned after medical attention was received to complete a task; complimented the city handling of the emergency evacuation and press conference the previous week; and reminded citizens of public input scheduled for August 24 on microchipping dogs and cats adopted or reclaimed from the Animal Shelter, clarifying electronic fences does not constitute confinement under the law, Complete Description July 27, 1999 Page 8 and allowing animals currently prohibited in Iowa City as pets be allowed to be on exhibition; and reminded citizens of the Johnson County Fair July 26-29. Mayor Pro tern Thornberry noted the call for fans due to the intense heat and noted donations were being accepted at the Red Cross and Elderly Services. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adjourn 9:05 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. ~, Leh~~;/~'an~ Manan K. Karr. City Clerk Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 7/13/99 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. The Mayor announced that no plans and specifications had been filed for agenda items 6 (Riverside Stage in City Park) and 7 (Oakland Cemetery) and the public hearings scheduled for this evening would be re-set for July 27. The Mayor proclaimed City-Wide Food Drive Week - July 19-25, Ron Hall accepted; Plum Grove Day - July 21, Betty Kelly accepted; Persons with Disabilities Day - July 24, Bob Simpson accepted; Steve Atkins Day - 7/12, Steve Atkins accepted. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meetings of June 28 and July 6, and the regular meeting of June 29, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Historic Preservation Comm. - June 10; Human Rights Comm. - May 24, June 21. Refer revised by-laws to the Rules Committee. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk: Class C Liquor License for Vito's, 118 E. College St. Class C Beer Permit for Drugtown, 310 N. First Ave. Class B Wine Permit for Drugtown, 310 N. First Ave. Class E Liquor License for Drugtown, 310 N. First Ave. Class C Liquor License for Tuck's Place, 210 N. Linn St. Class C Liquor License for Greenroom, 509 S. Gilbert St. RES. 99-228, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. Motions: approve disbursements in the amount of $12,373,266.30 for the period of Official Actions July 13, 1999 Page 2 May 1 through May 31, 1999, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-229, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY TRANSIT FACILITY METHANE ABATEMENT PROJECT, PHASE I, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-230, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 HIGHWAY TURNLANE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions: RES. 99-231, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 215 IOWA AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-232, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1900-1902 MUSCATINE AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-233, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 711 EAST BLOOMINGTON STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-234, ESTABLISHING MAXIMUM RENTS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING UNITS OPERATED BY THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY, PUBLIC HOUSING PROGRAM. Correspondence: Gary Werle (Home Builders) regarding appreciation. Susan Pahl regarding domestic partner benefits. Judy Pfohl Official Actions July 13, 1999 Page 3 regarding Willow Creek Trail. Julie Miller Kearney regarding Willow Creek o Kiwanis Park Pathways and Access. John and Gretel Beck regarding Walden Woods, Part 6. Steve Bullard regarding sewer back-up and proposed footpath. Ruth Baker regarding transit. Harold Stager (Heritage Area Agency on Aging) regarding skywalk. Luella Funnell (Iowa DOT) regarding proposed improvement of Iowa Hwy 1 meeting. Jim Lenz regarding traffic calming. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position(s): Construction Inspector I; Housing Inspector - Public Housing; Special Projects Inspector; Special Projects Inspector II. Walter Sparks regarding Willow Creek Trail. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. Judy Pfohl, 2229 Abbey Lane, presented a petition signed by 31 residents and Rex Pruess, 1013 Pheasant Valley, appeared requesting Council reconsideration of a resolution removing the Burry portion of the Willow Creek Trail widening project. Moved and seconded to reconsider the resolution removing the Burry portion from the project. The Mayor declared the motion to reconsider carried. The Mayor stated the resolution would be on the July 27 Council agenda. Moved and seconded to accept the petition from Ms. Pfohl. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for July 27 on an ordinance vacating an approximately 7, 720 square foot unimproved portion of Virginia Drive located between Lots 2 and 14 of North Hills Subdivision immediately northeast of the intersection of Virginia Drive and Ridgewood Lane. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, by adding a definition of "adult business" and changing separation requirements between adult businesses and other uses. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, to allow off-street parking on a separate lot in a different zone under certain conditions. The following individuals Official Actions July 13, 1999 Page 4 appeared: Ann Romanowski, 1517 Mall Drive, William Knabe, Weeber-Harlocke Neighborhood. Moved end seconded to continue the public hearing to July 27. The Mayor Pro tern declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately .33 of an acre from Medium Density Single-family (RS-8) to" Community Commercial (CC-2) to allow expansion of Kennedy Plaza for property located on the west side of Gilbert Court north of Benton Street. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, Article O, Sign Regulations, by changing the requirements regarding the number of freestanding signs on lots with over 300 feet of frontage, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance vacating a 10-foot wide right-of- way located along the west line of property located at 1033 E. Washington Street, be given second vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 99-3890, AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 6, ZONING, ARTICLE E, COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS ZONES, SECTION 2, NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE, AND ARTICLE L, PROVISIONAL USES, SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS, AND TEMPORARY USES, TO ALLOW PHARMACIES TO HAVE A DRIVE- THROUGH FACILITY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE, AND TO ADOPT LOCATION, DESIGN, AND SIZE CRITERIA FOR DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITIES ASSOCIATED WITH PHARMACIES AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-235, APPROVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL PRELIMINARY PLAT OF MILDER MEADOWS, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 OF MILDER'S SUBDIVISION AND AUDITOR'S PARCEL B IN THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 17~T79N-R5W OF THE 5TH P.M., JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, A 47.69 ACRE, THREE-LOT RESDIENTIAL SUBDIVISION WITH ONE AGRICULTURAL OUTLOT LOCATED 0 THE NORTH SIDE OF AMERICAN LEGION ROAD ONE-HALF MILE EAST OF TAFT AVENUE. Official Actions July 13, 1999 Page 5 A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract for the Riverside Festival Stage in City Park. The Mayor noted plans and specs were not available for public review; therefore, the public hearing must be opened, closed, and reset. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-236, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL STAGE IN CITY PARK PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for construction of the Oakland Cemetery Phase One Expansion. The Mayor noted plans and specs were not available for public review; therefore, the public hearing must be opened, closed, and reset. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-237, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE OAKLAND CEMETERY PHASE ONE EXPANSION. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the 1999 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-238, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending the license renewal provisions of the plumbing code and the electrical code to provide a hardship exception to the renewal deadlines, be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 99-3891, AMENDING CITY CODE TITLE 8, Official Actions July 13, 1999 Page 6 CHAPTER 8, ENTITLED "POLICE CITIZENS' REVIEW BOARD," SECTION 7, ENTITLED "DUTIES OF THE BOARD; COMPLAINT REVIEW AND GENERAL DUTIES," REGARDING THE IDENTIFICATION OF COMPLAINANT(S) AND/OR POLICE OFFICER(S) IN THE BOARD'S PUBLIC REPORT OF A SUSTAINED COMPLAINT TO THE CITY COUNCIL. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-239, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING, AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXCUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND BRIAN CLARK AND ASSOCIATES OF DES MOINES, TO PROVIDE CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF THE IOWA AVENUE STREETSCAPE PROJECT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-240, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND TERRACON OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA TO PROVIDE TESTING SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY PROJECT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-241, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WILLOW CREEK TRAIL, MORMON TREK BOULEVARD TO WILLOW CREEK DRIVE. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-242, DETERMINING NECESSITY AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR AUGUST 24 ON A PROPOSED CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR A PROPOSED URBAN REVITALIZATION AREA IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-243, APPROVING A NEW JOB AND INCOME PROGRAM (NJIP) AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND NATIONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS TO ASSSIST WITH A FACILITY EXPANSION. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-244, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND JAMES W. AND ANNA M. BARKER FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR A Official Actions July 13, 1999 Page 7 PORTION OF PARK ROAD IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-245, DECLARING AN OFFICIAL INTENT UNDER TREASURY REGULATION 1.150-2 TO ISSUE DEBT TO REIMBURSE THE CITY FOR CERTAIN ORIGINAL EXPENDITURES PAID IN CONNECTION WITH SPECIFIED PROJECTS. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-246, AWARDING THE VEHICLE TOWING AND STORAGE SERVICES CONTRACT TO HOLIDAY WRECKER SERVICE, INC. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Matt & Kris Leonard. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 99-247, ON UNCLASSIFIES SALARIES AND COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1999 FOR THE CITY MANAGER, CITY ATTORNEY, AND CITY CLERK. The Mayor noted the previously- announced vacancies: Housing & Community Development Comm. - three vacancies to fill three-year terms ending September 1, 2002; PCRB - one vacancy to fill a four-year term ending September 1, 2003; Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. These appointments will be made at the July 27 Council meeting. Public Art Advisory Cornre. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus a full term ending January 1, 2003. This appointment will be made at the August 24 Council meeting. Moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting 8:32 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council activities and disbursements is on file in the office of the City Clerk and Finance Department. s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor s/Marian K. Karr, City ~. Submitted for publication - 7/20/99 Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office, 356-5040. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES JULY 13, 1999 Iowa City City Council, regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Fosse, Trueblood, Franklin, Schoon, Yucuis. Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 99-77, Both Sides. The Mayor announced that no plans and specifications had been filed for agenda items 6 (Riverside Stage in City Park) and 7 (Oakland Cemetery) and the public hearings scheduled for this evening would be re-set for July 27. The Mayor proclaimed City-Wide Food Drive Week - July 19-25, Ron Hall accepted; Plum Grove Day - July 21, Betty Kelly accepted; Persons with Disabilities Day - July 24, Bob Simpson accepted; Steve Arkins Day - 7/12, Steve Arkins accepted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions for the special meetings of June 28 and July 6, and the regular meeting of June 29, as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Historic Preservation Comm. - June 1 O; Human Rights Comm. - May 24, June 21. Refer revised by-laws to the Rules Committee. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk: Class C Liquor License for Vito's, 118 E. College St. Class C Beer Permit for Drugtown, 310 N. First Ave. Class B Wine Permit for Drugtown, 310 N. First Ave. Class E Liquor License for Drugtown, 310 N. First Ave. Class C Liquor License for Tuck's Place, 210 N. Linn St. Class C Liquor License for Greenroom, 509 S. Gilbert St. RES. 99-228, Bk. 122, p. 228, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. Motions: approve disbursements in the amount of $12,373,266.30 for the period of May 1 through May 31, 1999, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Setting Public Hearings: RES. 99-229, Bk. 122, p. 229, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for July 27 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY TRANSIT FACILITY METHANE ABATEMENT PROJECT, PHASE I, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES. 99-230, Bk. 122, p. 230, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for July 27 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 HIGHWAY TURNLANE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Complete Description July 13, 1999 Page 2 Resolutions, Bk. 122: RES. 99-231, p. 231, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 215 IOWA AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-232, p. 232, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1900-1902 MUSCATINE AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-233, p. 233, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A RENTAL REHABILITATION LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 711 EAST BLOOMINGTON STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 99-234, p. 234, ESTABLISHING MAXIMUM RENTS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING UNITS OPERATED BY THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY, PUBLIC HOUSING PROGRAM. Correspondence: Gary Werle (Home Builders) regarding appreciation. Susan Pahl regarding domestic partner benefits. Judy Pfohl regarding Willow Creek Trail. Julie Miller Kearney regarding Willow Creek Kiwanis Park Pathways and Access. John and Gretel Beck regarding Walden Woods, Part 6. Steve Bullard regarding sewer back-up and proposed footpath. Ruth Baker regarding transit. Harold Stager (Heritage Area Agency on Aging) regarding skywalk. Luella Funnell (Iowa DOT) regarding proposed improvement of Iowa Hwy 1 meeting. Jim Lenz regarding traffic calming. Civil Service Comm. submitting certified lists of applicants for the following position (s): Construction Inspector I; Housing Inspector - Public Housing; Special Projects Inspector; Special Projects Inspector II. Walter Sparks regarding Willow Creek Trail. The Mayor noted the resolution establishing flat rents based on rental value and stated the resolution was required by HUD and something the City must do to maintain the housing program. Norton remarked the construction of the turning lanes have been long awaited. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. Judy Pfohl, 2229 Abbey Lane, presented a petition signed by 31 residents and Rex Pruess, 1013 Pheasant Valley, appeared requesting Council reconsideration of a resolution removing the Burry portion of the Willow Creek Trail widening project. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Champion, seconded by Kubby, to reconsider the resolution removing the Burry portion from the project. P&R Director Trueblood present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion to reconsider carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor stated the resolution would be on the July 27 Council agenda. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to accept the petition from Ms. Pfohl. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/, all Counsil Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to set a public hearing for July 27 on an ordinance vacating an approximately 7, 720 square foot unimproved portion of Virginia Drive located between Lots 2 and 14 of North Hills Subdivision Complete Description July 13, 1999 Page 3 immediately northeast of the intersection of Virginia Drive and Ridgewood Lane. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, by adding a definition of "adult business" and changing separation requirements between adult businesses and other uses. PCD Director Franklin outlined the proposed changes. (Lehman left room for the next item as he serves on the Oaknoll Board of Directors. Mayor Pro tem Thornberry now presiding.) A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, to allow off-street parking on a separate lot in a different zone under certain conditions. The following individuals appeared: Ann Romanowski, 1517 Mall Drive, William Knabe, Weeber-Harlocke Neighborhood. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to continue the public hearing to July 27. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. (Lehman returned to the meeting.) A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of approximately .33 of an acre from Medium Density Single-family (RS-8) to Community Commercial (CCo2) to allow expansion of Kennedy Plaza for property located on the west side of Gilbert Court north of Benton Street. Jim Kenyon, Project Manager, appeared. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, Article O, Sign Regulations, by changing the requirements regarding the number of freestanding signs on lots with over 300 feet of frontage, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance vacating a 10-foot wide right-of-way located along the west line of property located at 1033 E. Washington Street, be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt ORD. 99-3890, Bk. 42, p. 24, AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 6, ZONING, ARTICLE E, COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS ZONES, SECTION 2, NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE, AND ARTICLE L, PROVISIONAL USES, SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS, AND TEMPORARY USES, TO ALLOW PHARMACIES TO HAVE A DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE, AND TO ADOPT LOCATION, DESIGN, AND SIZE CRITERIA FOR DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITIES ASSOCIATED WITH PHARMACIES AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-235, Bk. 122, p. 235, APPROVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL PRELIMINARY PLAT OF MILDER MEADOWS, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 OF MILDER'S SUBDIVISION AND AUDITOR'S PARCEL B IN THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 17-T79N-R5W OF Complete Description July 13, 1999 Page 4 THE 5TH P.M., JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, A 47.69 ACRE, THREE-LOT RESDIENTIAL SUBDIVISION WITH ONE AGRICULTURAL OUTLOT LOCATED O THE NORTH SIDE OF AMERICAN LEGION ROAD ONE-HALF MILE EAST OF TAFT AVENUE, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract for the Riverside Festival Stage in City Park. The Mayor noted plans and specs were not available for public review; therefore, the public hearing must be opened, closed, and reset. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-236, Bk. 122, p. 236, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for July 27 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL STAGE IN CITY PARK PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FORPUBLIC INSPECTION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for construction of the Oakland Cemetery Phase One Expansion. The Mayor noted plans and specs were not available for public review; therefore, the public hearing must be opened, closed, and reset. Moved by Norton, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-237, Bk. 122, p. 237, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING for July 27 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE OAKLAND CEMETERY PHASE ONE EXPANSION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the 1999 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project. No one appeared. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Thornberry, to adopt RES. 99-238, Bk. 122, p. 238, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1999 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. City Engr. Fosse present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance amending the license renewal provisions of the plumbing code and the electrical code to provide a hardship exception to the renewal deadlines, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Norton, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt ORD. 99-3891, Bk. 42, p. 25, AMENDING CITY CODE TITLE 8, CHAPTER 8, ENTITLED "POLICE CITIZENS' REVIEW BOARD," SECTION 7, ENTITLED "DUTIES OF THE BOARD; Complete Description July 13, 1999 Page 5 COMPLAINT REVIEW AND GENERAL DUTIES," REGARDING THE IDENTIFICATION OF COMPLAINANT(S) AND/OR POLICE OFFICER(S) IN THE BOARD'S PUBLIC REPORT OF A SUSTAINED COMPLAINT TO THE CITY COUNCIL. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Norton, Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion, Kubby, Lehman. Nays: O'Donnell. Absent: None. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-239, Bk. 122, p. 239, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING, AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXCUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND BRIAN CLARK AND ASSOCIATES OF DES MOINES, TO PROVIDE CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF THE IOWA AVENUE STREETSCAPE PROJECT. City Engr. Fosse present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-240, Bk. 122, p. 240, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK' TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND TERRACON OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA TO PROVIDE TESTING SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE MULTI-USE PARKING FACILITY PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Thornberry, Vanderhoef, Champion, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell. Nays: Kubby. Absent: None. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-241, Bk. 122, p. 241, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WILLOW CREEK TRAIL, MORMON TREK BOULEVARD TO WILLOW CREEK DRIVE. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Champion, Kubby, Lehman, Norton, O'Donnell. Nays: Thornberry. Absent: None. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-242, Bk. 122, p. 242, DETERMINING NECESSITY AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR AUGUST 24 ON A PROPOSED CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR A PROPOSED URBAN REVITALIZATION AREA IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-243, Bk. 122, p. 243, APPROVING A NEW JOB AND INCOME PROGRAM (NJIP) AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND NATIONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS TO ASSSIST WITH A FACILITY EXPANSION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 99-244, Bk. 122, p. 244, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND JAMES W. AND ANNA M. BARKER FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR A PORTION OF PARK ROAD IN Complete Description July 13, 1999 Page 6 IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Norton, to adopt RES. 99-245; Bk. 122, p. 245, DECLARING AN OFFICIAL INTENT UNDER TREASURY REGULATION 1.150~2 TO ISSUE DEBT TO REIMBURSE THE CITY FOR CERTAIN ORIGINAL EXPENDITURES PAID IN CONNECTION WITH SPECIFIED PROJECTS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-246, Bk. 122, p. 246, AWARDING THE VEHICLE TOWING AND STORAGE SERVICES CONTRACT TO HOLIDAY WRECKER SERVICE, INC. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Thornberry, to accept correspondence from Matt & Kris Leonard. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Thornberry, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 99-247, Bk. 122, p. 247, ON UNCLASSIFIES SALARIES AND COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1999 FOR THE CITY MANAGER, CITY ATTORNEY, AND CITY CLERK, (City Manager - $8015.20 pension plan payment and $117.000 salary, City Attorney - $78,811.20, and City Clerk-S59,009.60). Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the previously-announced vacancies: Housing & Community Development Comm. - three vacancies to fill three-year terms ending September 1, 2002; PCRB - one vacancy to fill a four-year term ending September 1, 2003; Riverfront & Natural Areas Cornre. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending September 1, 2000. These appointments will be made at the July 27 Council meeting. Public Art Advisory Comm. - one vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus a full term ending January 1, 2003. This appointment will be made at the August 24 Council meeting. Council Member O'Donnell acknowledged the 4th Of July festivities of Iowa City and Coralville and encouraged both cities to work together in scheduling of events so all citizens can enjoy both city's entertainment. O'Donnell noted the participation of Iowa City athletes in the Special Olympics and medal winners as follows: Softball - Jeff Farless, Chuck Nylin, and Chris Subbert; Aquatics - Tanna Rowe; Power lifting - Aaron Gillespie; Bowling - Rachael Villhauer; and thank you for efforts made by John Meskimen, Rob Wagner, Tom Dickerson. Council Member Kubby asked staff to follow-up on a temporary asphalt repair needing attention on Muscatine near Dearborn; outlined activities planned on July 24 for the ADA celebration; reminded citizens of the Johnson County Fair July 26-29; and stated she would not be available during office hours the week of July 15. Council Member Thornberry pointed out the new City Deer Line (356-5015) to receive comments, compliments, or concerns regarding deer. The Mayor noted that Mayor Pro tern Thornberry would be representing the City at the ADA Complete Description July 13, 1999 Page 7 celebration on the 24'h. Norton stated a number of Council Members would be in the parade. Council Member Vanderhoef noted the hiring of a construction inspector and special projects inspector in the City Public Works/Engineering department and questioned qualifications for the positions. City Engr. Fosse outlined backgrounds of the individuals hired for the positions. Council Member Thornberry questioned the status of signals at the ACT intersection on North Dodge .and when the pavement would be complete. City Engr. Fosse stated the remaining paving would be complete in a month and a half. Council Member Vanderhoef noted nominations were being received for the Human Rights Award to be presented at the Human Rights Commission breakfast in October; reported on discussion with the Legislative Committee of the League exploring other options for publishing minutes and official notices in newspapers; stated she would be sending an article in next Friday's council packet regarding electric deregulation. Council Member Norton reported on his attendance at a County trails meeting the previous week and the excitement surrounding a regional trials; noted an emergency drill coming out on July 22 and encouraged Council to attend; and expressed his desire to have the City park rides maintained at City Park. Council Member O'Donnell stated the chicanes have been removed from Highland Avenue and stated his commitment to the neighborhood to try and slow traffic down..Norton reported that he had received similar comments regarding traffic on Court Street. Vanderhoef added Burns Street as a concern also. Kubby suggested utilization of the digital speed screen in neighborhoods. Mayor Lehman stated work had began on Benton Street and reported that the a manual control had been installed on the tennis court lights at City High allowing the light to be turned off before 10:00, noting the lights will automatically go off at 10:00. Moved by Kubby, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn the meeting 8:32 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk