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Home My WebLink About1999-05-17 Council minutes City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM Date: To: From: Re: August 6, 1999 Mayor and City Council Marian K. Karr City Clerk Council Work Session May 17, 1999 - Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m. Council: Lehman, Champion, Kubby, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef Staff: Arkins, Helling, Karr, Dilkes, Craig, Franklin, Clark, Green, Rockwell Tapes: Reel 99-57, Side 2; 99-58, Both Sides; 99-59, Side 1. A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office. JOINT MEETING WITH LIBRARY BOARD All nine Library Board members present. Board President Singerman stated the Board was eager to go into the next phase of planning for expansion and they were determined not to ask for additional money to fund operating costs from 2000-2002. After discussion, it was understood that the Library Board would proceed to prepare a proposal minimizing operating costs. REVIEW ZONING ITEMS Planning and Community Development Director Franklin presented the following Planning and Zoning items for discussion: MOTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 15 ON AN ORDINANCE CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 7.46 ACRES FROM MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-8) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING OVERLAY (OPDH-8) AND THE APPROVAL OF A PRELIMINARY OPDH PLAN FOR 72 RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE EAST TERMINUS OF COURT STREET. (REZ99- 0006) MOTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 15 ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14. CHAPTER 6, ZONING, ARTICLE O. SIGN REGULATIONS, BY CHANGING THE REQUIREMENTS REGARDING THE NUMBER OF FREESTANDING SIGNS ON LOTS WITH OVER 300 FEET OF FRONTAGE. Co MOTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 15 ON AN ORDINANCE VACATING A 10-FOOT WIDE RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ALONG THE WEST LINE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1033 E. WASHINGTON STREET. (VAC99-0002) Council Work Session May 17, 1999 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARING ON A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND INCORPORATING THE NORTHEAST DISTRICT PLAN INTO THE IOWA CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. Franklin noted correspondence received from Larry Schnittjer and the Home Builders Association, as well as staff's response. After discussion Council agreed to continue the public hearing to June 15 and start the work session at 4:00 p.m. on June 14 to allow discussion. ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 14-6, "ZONING CHAPTER." CONCERNING DEFINITIONS AND PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR CARRYOUT. DELIVERY. AND DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANTS. (FIRST CONSIDERATION) ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING OVERLAY (OPDH-12) PLAN FOR SILVERCREST. A 21.53-ACRE 5-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION INCLUDING 68 ASSISTED LIVING UNITS. 120 INDEPENDENT LIVING UNITS. A 40-BED MEDICAL REHABILITATION FACILITY AND A 9.000 SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING. LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AND AMERICAN LEGION ROAD. (REZ99-0005) (SECOND CONSIDERATION) Franklin stated the applicant had requested expedited action. RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDED PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SILVERCREST. A 21.53 ACRE. 5-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AND AMERICAN LEGION ROAD. (SUB99- 0005) ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SUBSECTIONS 14-5H. SITE PLAN REVIEW. AND 14-6S, PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. REGARDING LIGHTING STANDARDS. (SECOND CONSIDERATION) In response to Norton, Franklin stated that the light being measured was ambient light so it does not vary by how the meter is tilted. She stated the normal practice was to hold the meter horizontally. ORDINANCE CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 14.83 ACRES LOCATED EAST OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AT WASHINGTON STREET FROM MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-8). LOW DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RM-12). AND COUNTY SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL (RS) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING OVERLAY (OPDH-8; 8.37 ACRES), LOW DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5; 5.63 ACRES). AND LOW DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RM-12:.83 ACRES). AND A REQUEST FOR A PRELIMINARY OPDH PLAN TO ALLOW 74 DWELLING UNITS ON 8.16 ACRES. (REZ99-0004) (SECOND CONSIDERATION) Franklin stated the applicant had requested expedited action. RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SCOTT BOULEVARD EAST, PART THREE, A 9.50 ACRE, THREE-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF SCOTT BOULEVARD AT WASHINGTON STREET. (SUB99- 0002) Council Work Session May 17, 1999 Page 3 RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF KENNEDY SUBDIVISION. A 40.2 ACRE. FOUR-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION WITH THREE OUTLOTS LOCATED IN JOHNSON COUNTY AT 3762 OSAGE STREET S.W. (SUB99-0007) COUNCIL TIME/REVIEW AGENDA ITEMS Kubby noted the light poles and banners at the new Walgreen's location at the corner of First Avenue and Muscatine, and questioned whether they were allowed under current code provisions. Staff will follow-up and report back. o (Agenda #17 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR IOWA CITY STREET AND WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND WATER FACILITY SITE-PHASE II) In response to Lehman, Franklin stated that the road would not be driveable until June of 2001 and that if the City did not proceed with the project it would be difficult getting the development project done. (Agenda #18 - RESOLUTION TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH HOWARD R. GREEN FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR IOWA CITY STREET AND WATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, FOSTER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND WATER FACILITY SITE-PHASE II) The City Manager stated the senior construction inspector had resigned and it was necessary to farm the work out. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (IP2 of 5/14 packet) Mark Moore, Workforce Development Consultant, discussed the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 and the responsibilities of local officials. Staff will follow-up. STAFF ACTION: Memo dated July 7 distributed in July 9 packet (Schoon). COUNCIL AGENDNCOUNCIL TIME(continued) (Agenda #16 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PIN GRANT FUNDS) City Manager Atkins stated a video would be presented at the formal meeting. In response to Vanderhoef, Arkins and Franklin clarified the continuation of last year's project that installed rock in alleys in the Longfellow Neighborhood. (Agenda #19 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR IOWA RIVER DAM RENOVATION) The City Manager noted bids were 27% over estimate and stated he asked PW Director Schmadeke for other options. Council agreed the item be deferred indefinitely. In response to Lehman, Atkins stated the walkway on the top of the bridge is intended for pedestrian and bicycle traffic. (Agenda #5 - PUBLIC DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED TRANSIT ROUTE CHANGES AND Agenda #3e(1) - RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON ROUTE CHANGES) The City Manager noted a federal requirement for a public hearing. 7. (Agenda #10 and #11 - 28E AGREEMENTS FOR SEATS) In response to Norton, the Council Work Session May 17, 1999 Page 4 City Manager stated that the twenty cents reflects the price negotiated for the transfer of vehicles to allow the City to use them off-time. (Agenda #3g(13)(b) - MEMO FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEERS PLANNER RE METERED SPACES ON CLINTON FROM MARKET TO CHURCH) Kubby raised concerns regarding moving the problem with stored vehicles furlher north into other neighborhoods. Staff will be available at Council's formal meeting for discussion. (Agenda #3b - POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD MINUTES) In response to Thornberry, Lehman stated the reference to interviewing applicants referred to hiring an attorney not replacing a Board member. 10. (Agenda #3f(1 ) - JAVA HOUSE SIDEWALK CAFI~) Vanderhoef asked that the City be aware of the construction in the downtown area and impact on these uses. 11. (Agenda #20 - FUNDING FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING) Norton noted the favorable bid. 12. (Agenda #3f(2) - RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO APPROVE PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LORA ALBERHASKY AND CITY FOR CONDOMINIUM SPACE IN IOWA AVENUE PARKING FACILITY AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 2) Council confirmed the special meeting for 8:00 a.m. on June 2. BOARD AND COMMISSION ABSENCE POLICY (IP3 of 5/14 packet) Council agreed to let Boards and Commissions set their own policy on this matter. CONSIDER APPOINTMENT Police Citizens Review Board (1) - Readvertise, no applicants AGENDNCOUNCIL TIME (CONTINUED) 13. (Agenda #3b(4) - PARKS AND RECREATION MINUTES) Kubby raised questioned regarding the Willow Creek Trail and a reference made to it being in the developer's plat but never made legally binding. City Atty. Dilkes said she would have Asst. Atty. Holecek follow-up. Champion also noted the attendance for discussion of the skateboard park. Norton raised concerns regarding locating the skateboard park at City Park. In response to Council, City Mgr. Atkins stated the Chamber of Commerce was working with the Convention & Visitors Center on the Welcome Center. 14. Vanderhoef suggested the Council implement a policy for timely receipt of Board and Commission minutes. Majority of Council agreed to direct staff to communicate the need for timely minutes. 15. Kubby questioned whether there would be a sidewalk along Riverside Drive when the Sturgis Ferry Park is renovated. Staff will follow-up. 16. City Mgr. Atkins noted the employee Blood Drive scheduled for May 19. Council Work Session May 17, 1999 Page 5 17. Council agreed to set 8:00 a.m. on July 6 for evaluations of the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk. Adjourned: 9:40 p.m. clerMmin\ws5-17.doc