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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
November 3, 1999
Mayor and City Council
Madan K. Karr City Clerk
Council Work Session, October 18, 1999 - 6:30 P.M.
Council:
Lehman, Champion, Kubby, Norton, O'Donnell, Thornberry, Vanderhoef
Staff: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Dilkes, Fowler, Logsden, Franklin, Schmadeke, Ripley,
Davidson
Tapes:
Reel 99-97, Side 2; 99-100, Both Sides.
A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office.
REVIEW ZONING ITEMS
Planning and Community Development Director Franklin presented the following Planning and
Zoning items for discussion:
A. ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 6, ZONING, TO AMEND THE
PROVISIONS RELATING TO HOME OCCUPATIONS. (SECOND CONSIDERATION)
B. ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14. CHAPTER 6, ZONING, TO ALLOW PUBLIC
UTILITIES IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONES. (SECOND CONSIDERATION)
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES -
PART 3, A 49.21-ACRE, 30-LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION WITH ONE OUTLOT
LOCATED AT THE NORTH END OF GOLDENROD DRIVE AND WILD PRAIRIE DRIVE.
(SUB99-0021)
PCD Director stated there was adequate sewer capacity there now but noted it was important to
keep the west side truck sewer project on track (programmed for 2001). PW Director
Schmadeke stated this project is part of the property where there is a pre-existing agreement for
tap-on fees.
REVIEW AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda #6 - PUBLIC HEARING ...AND RESOLUTION... IOWA CITY WATER FACILITY
IMPROVEMENTS DIVISION 1, WATER TREATMENT PLANT .... DIVISION 2: WELL
HOUSES) Kubby stated concerns regarding holding the public hearing and voting the same
evening.
In response to Vanderhoef, Council agreed to schedule a work session discussion on liquor
license issues with respect to renewals, suspensions, and renovations. City Atty. Dilkes
noted an April memo from Asst. City Atty. Matthews regarding options.
Council Work Session
November 3, 1999
Page 2
WATER FACILITIES
(Agenda #6)
Water Division Supt. Moreno and Public Works Director Schmadeke reviewed the agenda
items, ongoing projects, and financing issues. Council requested a summary of the information
be presented prior to the public hearing.
RIDGEWOOD TRAFFIC CALMING
(IP1 of 10/15 info packet)
JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner Ripley reviewed the staff proposal to install temporary
speed humps for a period of one year. Council directed staff to proceed with the installation as
outlined.
STAFF ACTION: Design and install. Information sent to neighbors. (Ripley)
Council Member Kubby left room.
ARTS IOWA CITY PROPOSAL
City Manager Atkins distributed a summary sheet prepared by Arts Iowa City and a list of issues
concerning the request for funding. Nancy Purington, Arts Iowa City President, present for
discussion. After discussion the Council directed the City Manager to write a letter to Arts Iowa
City authorizing $15,000 in City funds to assist in operating costs, requesting copies of
necessary lease agreements for review, and asking Arts Iowa City to report back on other
financial support options within three months.
STAFF ACTION: Letter sent on October 21, and included in Council's October 22
information packet. (Arkins)
Council Member Kubby returned.
NEAR SOUTHSIDE TRANSPORTATION CENTER
JCCOG Transportation Planner Davidson and Parking & Transit Director Fowler reviewed the
project. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Council directed staff to proceed.
STAFF ACTION: Proceed with property acquisition and design of the facility. (Davidson)
APPOINTMENT
Public Art Advisory Committee (1) - Sandra Hudson
COUNCIL TIME
1. O'Donnell suggested the formulation of a cemetery commission. Majority of Council agreed
to the cemetery remaining under the Parks & Recreation Commission.
2. Thornberry reported on Council attendance at the Run for the Schools/Iowa City Road
Races.
Council Work Session
November 3, 1999
Page 3
(IP5 of OCTOBER 15 INFORMATION PACKET - COUNCIL/AIRPORT SUBCOMMITTEE
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 30) Norton noted the memo from the City Manager
summarizing the subcommittee discussion on the closing of runway 17/35, and urged
Council to review the minutes keeping in mind the location of the road and trail. Thornberry
stated that 35 is an instrument approach runway for Iowa City.
In response to Norton, the City Manager reported that the contractor was working on the
splashing problem with the new fountain and hoped to make an adjustment yet this fall.
O'Donnell reported positive responses on the fountain design.
5. Noted the success of the skateboard park at Mercer, and the upcoming public meeting of
the Parks & Recreation Commission on October 27.
In response to Norton, City Manager Atkins stated a grand opening of the new Parks
building at Napoleon Park is planned for November 10 or 11. More information will be
forthcoming.
7. In response to Kubby, City Arty. Dilkes stated she would have a report on camping/sleeping
in cars for the November 8 work session.
8. In response to Kubby, Asst. City Mgr. Helling stated AFSCME had not responded to a letter
on domestic partnership issues.
9. Kubby raised concerns about not being able to access the Lepic Kroeger website in
marketing Tower Place.
10. (AGENDA #3e(2) - ROBERT BURNS .... PROPOSED LOT 53 WALDEN HILLS URBAN
REVITALIZATION PLAN) Kubby acknowledged the staff 6 month review of Housing
projects, and questioned the status of the Burns request. The City Manager stated there
was nothing received since his memo included in Council packet.
11. Mayor Lehman reviewed a request from JC Auditor/Commissioner of Elections Slockett for
one precinct to participate in on-line voting, noting individuals would vote in the traditional
manner and then be asked to participate in on-line voting. Majority of Council agreed to the
request.
12.(AGENDA #10 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DESIGN .... WHITEWAY 2000
PROJECT ... 210/212 S. CLINTON STREET) Thornberry stated he thought the design was
awesome.
13. In response to Vanderhoef, the City Manager reported that he hoped to begin the program
yet this fall with one truck and sorting at City Carton.
Adjourned: 8:50 P.M.
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