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MEMORANDUM
Date: August 13, 1999
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Madan K. Karr City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, July,26, 1999
Council: Champion, Kubby, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef. (Lehman absent)
Staff: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Dilkes, Franklin, Trueblood, Goodman-Herbst, Yapp
Tapes: Reel 99-78 & 99-79, Both Sides; 99-80, Side I
A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office.
OFF-STREET PARKING AMENDMENT (WITH PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION)
(Agenda #5d)
PCD Director Franklin reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission has declined a joint
meeting with Council to discuss this matter.
REVIEW ZONING ITEMS
Planning and Community Development Director Franklin presented the following Planning and
Zoning items for discussion:
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MOTION SETTING 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 AND HUNTINGTON DRIVE. (Windsor Ridge Part 13/REZ99-0007)
PUBLIC HEARING 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. (VAC87-0001)
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14. CHAPTER 6. ZONING BY ADDING A DEFINITION
OF "ADULT BUSINESS" AND CHANGING SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS BETWEEN
ADULT BUSINESSES AND OTHER USES. (FIRST CONSIDERATION)
D. AMENDING TITLE 14. CHAPTER 6. ZONING TO ALLOW OFF-STREET PARKING ON A
SEPARATE LOT IN A DIFFERENT ZONE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Discussed earlier on the agenda.
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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. (REZ99-0010) (FIRST CONSIDERATION)
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. (PASS AND
ADOPT) ._~
G. ORDINANCE VACATING A 10-FOOT WIDE RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ALONG THE
WEST LINE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1033 E. WASHINGTON STREET. (VAC99-
0002) (PASS AND ADOPT)
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SCOTT BOULEVARD EAST.
PART 4. A 7.36 ACRES, 15-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED EAST OF
SCOTT BOULEVARD AT WASHINGTON STREET. (SUB99-0015)
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. (SUB99-0016)
In response to Norton, Franklin stated that Planning and Public Works have agreed to study
the 25 and 28 foot widths, look at factors that affect speed other than the width, and review
design standards within the next year. Franklin that the recommendation was for 25 foot
width (for Hummingbird Lane) since the street will not carry much traffic, and address
changing the 28 foot standard after further review·
RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL PLAT OF ABCO FIRST ADDITION. A
RESUBDIVISION OF PORTIONS OF W.B. DEVELOPMENT. AN 8.81 ACRE, 5-LOT
COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF NAPLES AVENUE AT
SIERRA COURT. (REZ99-0017)
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF GALWAY HILLS. PART SIX. A
4.82 ACRE. 13-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT MELROSE AVENUE
WEST AND THE SOUTH SIDE OF KEARNEY LANE. (REZ99-0018)
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EXTRATERRITORIAL PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
WESTCOTT HEIGHTS. PART 2. A 24.99-ACRE. 4-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION
LOCATED IN JOHNSON COUNTY AT THE WEST TERMINI OF WESTCOTT DRIVE AND
ROSE BLUFF CIRCLE. (SUB99-0012)
REVIEW AGENDA ITEMS
(Agenda #3b(4) - HISTORIC PRESERVATION MINUTES) Champion raised concerns
regarding the hiring of an out of town consultant for the downtown study. PCD Director
Franklin reported on the evaluation criteria. The City Manager stated since this was a
budgeted item the normal procedure would be for the contract to be sent to him for approval,
noting this was different because it came as a recommendation. After discussion there was
agreement to have the City Manager execute the contract·
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(Agenda #6 - PUBLIC HEARING AND RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL STAGE) In response to Norton, City
Manager Arkins stated the theatre is a city-owned facility; a special privilege for the first
three years whereby the City agrees not to book any competing theatrical company in a
specific block reserved for Riverside Theatre; and after three years City will handle all
programming. Council requested information on financing and clarified that people could gift
to this project through the Parks & Recreation Foundation.
(Agenda #11 - RESOLUTION APPROVING CALL TO ARTISTS. FOR SCULPTURES IN
THE DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIA._._N MALL) PCD Director Franklin explained the request for
submittals for sculptures on two pads earlier was not successful and staff is recommending
pursuing all five pads in the Mall at once, and adding an option for an existing piece or
commissioning a piece.
(Agenda #18 - RESOLUTION EXECUTING AGREEMENT WITH CITY AND SHIVE-
HATTERY & CONSULTANTS FOR ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE
DESIGN FOR THE US HIGHWAY 6 CORRIDOR SIDEWALK/DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT) City Arty. Dilkes outlined the steps necessary as a result of
the new condemnation law and requirements for notice of intent.
PUBLIC ART FUNDING OF WATER PLANT ART
City Manager Arkins and PCD Director Franklin presented information. After discussion, Council
agreed to incorporate a fountain/public art feature into the new water plant design; staff will
recommend a funding source separate from public art monies or water revenues; and Public Art
Committee will begin preparation of an art feature for the plant site.
Staff Action: Public Art Advisory Committee will solicit proposals for public art, City
Manager will recommend funding source. (Franklin)
WILLOW CREEK TRAIL
(Agenda #15 & #16)
Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood present for discussion. Majority of Council agreed to
award Alternate Two, but amend the width of the sidewalk in the Burry-Teg connection between
the houses from six to five foot. City Arty. Dilkes stated the award should be made as bid and
reduced by a change order. Majority agreed not to award Alternate One.
ANIMAL MICROCHIPPING
Animal Shelter Supr. Goodman-Herbst distributed a memo "Change in Shelter Policy, Fees and
New Ordinance Regarding Microchipping of Shelter Animals and Owners Reclaimed Animals;
Invisible Fences and Animal Confinement Requirements". Council agreed to proceed with
consideration of the ordinance and schedule a public discussion for August 24.
Staff Action: Public discussion and first consideration on August 24 agenda. (Goodman-
Herbst)
CIRCUSESAND RODEOS
Animal Shelter Supr. Goodman-Herbst referred to handouts distributed hardcopy in last Friday's
packet "Federal Statues regarding rodeos and circuses" and "Circus Rules and Regulations".
Council questioned if items I, II, and III relating to circuses were national standards, staff will
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follow-up· Majority of Council wanted to allow bareback riding in rodeos; requested information
on whether calf roping was allowed elsewhere in Iowa; and clarify events needed for PCRA
rodeo points.
Staff Action: Staff will provide information for work session in September. (Goodman-
Herbst)
APPOINTMENTS:
Housing and Community Developme._Qt (3) - reappoint Denita Gadson;' Kathleen Renquist, and
William Stewart ;
Police Citizens Review Board (1) - reappoint John Watson
Riverfront and Natural Areas (1) - no applicants, readvertise
COUNCIL TIME
(IP1 of 7/23 info packet - MEMO FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING REQUEST FROM
SUSAN PAHL FOR MEDICAL BENEFITS FOR DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIPS) Kubby
requested an executive session be scheduled for August 24.
(handout in 7/23 info packet - MEMO FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING LANDFILL
RECYCLE CENTER PROJECT) Council directed staff to improve the appearance of the
proposed building with architectural features, and to incorporate the recycling components
of the original building as much as possible.
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Kubby requested staff look at disabled passes for the Coralville and Iowa City transit
systems and report back on a way to be consistent so that the systems are compatible in
terms of qualifications, fees and certification time.
Kubby requested staff review the issue of no shoulders on South Riverside Drive by Baculis
Trailer Park and The Budget Shop.
5. Norton requested an update on the low income policy for various city programs.
6. Norton reported that the Nutrition Program has requested additional shuttle buses and more
reserve spots on week-ends.
Norton shared his frustration with properties being inspected over a period of years and
getting different stories, noting the Board of Adjustment minutes relating to 431 S. Lucas
Street.
8. Norton reported on the Parks tour and the view from behind some businesses along the
trail.
(IP4 of 7/23 info packet - MEMO FROM TRANSIT MANAGER RE ADD SHEET COUPON)
Vanderhoef stated the coupons should be made readily available to University students in
addition to the Add Sheet.
10. (handout in 7/23 info packet- MEMO FROM AIRPORT MANAGER REGARDING AIRPORT
TERMINAL BUILDING RENOVATION) Vanderhoef raised concerns regarding add on costs
for asbestos abatement. The City Manager stated the project was still within budget.
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11. Vanderhoef noted the addition of the policy issue i'elating to 25 foot versus 28 foot street
standards to the Planning and Zoning pending list, and clarified the addition of
communication towers back onto the list as well.
12. Vanderhoef stated her concern with "street sign pollution" in the downtown area (not from
businesses), and asked staff to look at the area and schedule Council discussion in the near
future.
13. Champion expressed her concerp_s with Council reaction to staff who bring forth ideas they
do not agree with.
14. In response to Karr, Council agreed to schedule the joint meeting with Johnson County,
Coralville, North Liberty, and the IC School District for September 30.
Adjourned: 9:50 PM
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