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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-02-19 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 FEBRUARY 19, 2002 Iowa City City Council regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donnell, Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Absent: None. Staff members present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, O'Malley, Knoche, Schmadeke, Spitz. Council minutes recorded on Tape 02-22, Side 2; Tape 02-24, Both Sides; Tape 02-25, Side 1. The Mayor presented the State of the City message. The Mayor proclaimed: Special Olympics Month - March 2002, Jon Meskimen, accepting with Karna Szczech, Julie Brumbaugh, Janene Edwards, Kristen Phillips, James Sullivan, David Chapman, Coach Ashley Wilson, Randy Noel, Kristin Watkins, Mallory Earnest; Breath of Fresh Air Month - March 2002, Beth Ballinger, spokesperson for Breath of Fresh Air and CAFE accepting; Sertoma's Freedom Week - February 16-22, Julie Carrico, Director of National Heritage Essay Contest, accepting; Girl Scout Week - March 10-16, Carlo Jesse, Community Development Director of Girl Scouts of Mississippi Valley, accepting with area Girl Scouts. The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Weber Elementary School students: Catharine Found, Alex Kron, and Anna Murray. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended, with the deletion of item 5e(8): Approval of Official Council Actions for special meetings of February 5, published subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Iowa City Board of Appeals - January 22. Iowa City Public Library Board of Trustees- December 10. Iowa City Telecommunications Commission - November 26. Iowa City Telecommunications Commission - December 10. Parks and Recreation Commission -January 9. Planning and Zoning Commission -January 17. Police Citizens Review Board - January 8 Recommendation: Grant a 30-day extension to complete the Public Reports on #01-05 and #01-06. Police Citizens Review Board - January 14 Recommendation: Grant a 30-day extension to complete its Public Report on #01-04. Police Citizens Review Board - February 5 Recommendations: a) Accept PCRB Report on Complaint #01-04 with changes as noted; b) Grant a 30-day extension, to April 5, 2002, to allow PCRB to complete its Public Report on #01-06 due to difficulties contacting witnesses and further collection of information. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. New: Special Class C Liquor License for Chansy Keomani Vong dba Thai Spice Restaurant, 1210 S. Gilbert St. Renewals: Special Class C Liquor License for Devotay, Inc., dba Devotay, 117 N. Linn St. Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Westside Cafb, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle, 749 Mormon Trek Blvd. Class C Liquor License for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St. Class C liquor License for One Poor Student, Inc., dba One-Eyed Jake's, 16-20 s. Clinton St. Class C Liquor License for Daverse, Inc., dba Fieldhouse Restaurant & Nightclub, 111 E. College St. Class C Liquor License for El Ranchero, Inc., dba El Ranchero Complete Description February 19, 2002 Page 2 Mexican Restaurant, 21 Sturgis Corner Dr. Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St. RES. 02-51, Bk. 127, p. 51, TO ISSUE DANCE PERMIT for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; and One Poor Student, Inc., dba One-Eyed Jake's, 18-20 S. Clinton St.; and Daverse, Inc., dba Fieldhouse, 111 E. College St. Setting Public Hearings, Bk. 127: RES. 02-52, p. 52, FIXING DATE of February 27 FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $27,055,000 SEWER REVENUE BONDS OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF. Resolutions, Bk. 127: RES. 02-53, p. 53, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2019 G STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 02-54, p. 54, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SOUTH SYCAMORE REGIONAL GREENSPACE SEEDING PROJECT. RES. 02-55, p. 55, ACCEPTING WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE RESUBDIVISlON OF LOT 53, WALDEN HILLS, AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR USE. RES. 02-56, p. 56, ACCEPTING WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR LOT 40, WEST SIDE PARK, AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR USE. RES. 02-57, p. 57, ACCEPTING WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR WALNUT RIDGE- PARTS EIGHT, NINE AND TEN, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 02-58, p. 58, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, PAVING, AND REINFORCED CONCRETE BOX CULVERT PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE RESUBDIVISlON OF LOT 52, WALDEN HILLS, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE. RES. 02-59, p. 59, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CIVIC CENTER RE-ROOF PHASE II PROJECT. RES. 02-60, p. 60, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFIED CERTIFICATION PROGRAM AGREEMENT. RES. 02-61, p. 61, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A PERMANENT SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH LOTS 39 Al,ID 40, WEST SIDE PARK, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Correspondence: Joe Raso (ICAD) regarding Request for ICAD Activities Presentation. Michael Jones regarding Police Entry. Scott Kading regarding Underground Parking for James Clark [Council Member Pfab and Planning & Community Development Director response included]. Fritz Hirter (US Environmental Protection Agency) regarding Fact Sheet. Ariana Betenbender regarding Library and Water Meters [City Manager response included]. Jim Larew regarding Public Power. LaVonn Horton regarding Power Feasibility Study. Geoff Johnson regarding Waterworks Park, apartment Complex, Hickory Hill, Mediacom. James Throgmorton regarding Parks. JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding School Crosswalk Pavement Markings and Signs on Park Road between Holt Avenue and Beldon Avenue. Installation of One Handicap Parking Space in the 64-1a Parking Lot on Linn Complete Description February 19, 2002 Page 3 Street Adjacent to the Iowa City Public Library. Handicapped Parking Signs on the West Side of the 800 Block of 2nd Avenue Removal of Four No-Parking 2 am-6am and Four Tow Away Zone Signs from the 400 Block of South Maiden Lane. Correspondence distributed in February 7 Information Packet: Anthony DeNicola (White Buffalo Inc.) regarding Annual versus Alternate Year Deer Management Scheduling. Frank Mitros regarding Hummingbird Lane [staff response included]. Postcard from (1)individual regarding Protect the Park. Judy Pfohl regarding Enlightened Perspective. Doug Elliott regarding Floodplain Management Workshop. In response to Council Member Kanner, City Mgr. Atkins reviewed the procedure for resale of sewer revenue bonds. Council Member Kanner questioned the relationship between MidAmerica ownership of property at 505 Burlington and MidAmerica doing the site characteristic report for the EPA, staff will follow up. Council Member Kanner noted correspondence from Jim Throgmorton and asked for a status report on the master plan for the Parks and Recreation Commission, staff will follow up. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt a resolution 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 MMS Consultants, Inc. to provide engineering consultant services for the design of the South Sycamore Regional Greenspace Landscape and Trail project. Sr. Civil Engr. Knoche present for discussion. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilburn, to defer consideration of the resolution to the February 27 Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council members present. Jay Honohan, Senior Center Commission Chair, updated Council on activities at the Center as well as the decision by the County to reduce $45,000 from the operating budget. Peter Hansen, Public Power Initiative, encouraged a study of establishment of a municipal utility. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Mr. Hansen. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Caroline Dieterle, Walnut St., appeared regarding the juvenile consent to search policy. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Ms. Dieterle. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Andrew Epstein, 1171 E. Jefferson St., appeared regarding the creation of the Friends of Hickory Hill Park Land Enhancement and Acquisition Fund (LEAF). Jim Throgmorton, 1020 Church St., appeared regarding parks and the hiring of a landscape architect. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, to set a public hearing for March 19 on an ordinance rezoning 18.2 acres from Low Density Single-Family, (RS- 5) to Sensitive Areas Overlay Low Density Single-Family (OSA-5) and a preliminary plat of Hickory Heights, a 20-lot resident subdivision located west of Scott Boulevard near its intersection with Dodge Street. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor stated he had a conflict of interest on the next item and left the room. Mayor Pro tern Vanderhoef presiding. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone approximately 2,800 square feet from Low Density Multi-Family Residential, RM-12, to High Density Multi-Family, RM-44, for property located at the north end of West Benton Court (Oaknoll). Atty. Bob Downer, representing Oaknoll appeared. Mayor Lehman returned to the meeting and now presiding. Complete Description February 19, 2002 Page 4 A public hearing on an ordinance to amend the Sensitive Areas Development Plan for lots 3 and 4 of a resubdivision of Lot 53 of Walden Hills, located at the intersection of Rohret Road and Shannon Drive. No one appeared. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance to amend the Sensitive Areas Development Plan for lots 3 and 4 of a resubdivision of Lot 53 of Walden Hills, located at the intersection of Rohret Road and Shannon Drive, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend Section 14-6E of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow grocery stores in the Intensive Commercial Zone, C1-1, as a provisional use or as a special exception. The following individuals appeared: Atty. Bob Downer, representing Streb Investment Partnership; Karen Kubby, 728 Second Ave.; Ann Bovbjerg, Planning and Zoning Commission Chair. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Pfab, to accept correspondence from Floyd and Jean Blakely. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance to rezone approximately 0.63 acres located at 707 N. Dubuque Street (Svoboda) from High Density Multi-Family, RM-44, to High Density Multi-Family Sensitive Areas Overlay, OSA/RM-44, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance to rezone 95 acres located between Court Street and Lower West Branch Road from Low Density Single Family, RS-5, and Medium Density Single-Family, RS-8, to Sensitive Areas Overlay, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Wilburn, Champion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donnell. Nays: Kanner, Pfab. Absent: None. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance to vacate the northern 182 feet of the 20-foot wide alley right-of-way located south of Burlington Street and west of Dubuque Street, be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Pfab, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance to vacate a portion of Northgate Drive, be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance rezoning 4.01 acres located south of Herbert Hoover Highway east of Scott Boulevard from County Local Commercial, C-1, to Commercial Office, CO-1 (Iowa City Care Center), be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held to discuss the proposed operating budget for the Fiscal Year July 1,2002 through June 30, 2003, the proposed three-year financial plan, and also the Multi-Year Capital Improvements Program through fiscal year 2006. City Manager Atkins provided a summary of the budget process. The following individuals appeared: Byron Ross, 1448 Cromwell; Leah Cohen, 1638 Teg Drive; Casey Cook; Karen Kubby, 728 Second Ave.; Rod Sullivan, 2326 E. Court St.; Dennis Keitel, 1696 Ridge Rd.; and Ann Bovbjerg, 1710 Ridge Rd.; Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Mr. Ross. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Complete Description February 19, 2002 Page 5 Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilburn, to accept correspondence from Mr. Cook. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for construction of the Prairie du Chien road to Dodge Street Water Main 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. No one appeared. Moved by Pfab, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 02-62, Bk. 127, p. 62, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD TO DODGE STREET WATER MAIN 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, 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 Mormon Trek Boulevard Landscape Improvements 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. No one appeared. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Pfab, to adopt RES. 02-63, Bk. 127, p. 63, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE MORMON TREK BOULEVARD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS 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. Sr. Civil Engr. Knoche present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Wilburn, Champion, Lehman, O'Donnell, Pfab, Vanderhoef. Nays: Kanner. Absent: None. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance amending Title 1, Chapter 9, Section 3, "Election Precincts" of the City Code of Iowa City, Iowa, to amend the boundaries of the voting precincts in Iowa City, Iowa to correct a scrivener's error in precinct 4 and to include properties annexed in precinct 25, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending Title 14, entitled "Unified Development Code," Chapter 3, entitled "City Utilities," Article E, entitled "Wastewater Treatment Works Indirect Discharge," Section 4, entitled "Pretreatment Standards," of the City Code to amend Wastewater Treatment Plant Influent Standards, be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Champion, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 02-64, p. 64, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE LANDFILL SALVAGE BARN & FURNITURE PROJECT to United Builder's Center for $104,475.00. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Complete Description February 19, 2002 Page 6 Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 02-65, Bk. 127, p. 65, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE HIGHWAY 6 RECREATIONAL TRAIL PROJECT to Metro Pavers for $178,061.43. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Pfab, to adopt RES. 02-66, Bk. 127, p. 66, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE HIGHWAY 6 RECREATIONAL TRAIL PROJECT. Civil Engr. Spitz present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Pfab, seconded by O'Donnell, to grant a 30-day extension to the Police Citizens Review Board for the filing of the public report with the City Council on Complaint #01-06. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilburn, to make the following appointments to Boards and Commissions: appoint Michelle Robnett, 3375 Wentworth Place, to the Airport Commission to fill a six-year term March 1, 2002 - March 1,2008; appoint Lyra Dickerson, 324 Post Road, to the Civil Service Commission for one appointment to fill a four-year term April 1, 2002 - April 3, 2006; appoint Michael Maharry, 903 E. College Street, to the Historic Preservation Commission for one appointment to fill a three-year term March 29, 2002 - March 29, 2005; appoint Ann Freerks, 443 S. Governor Street, to the Planning & Zoning Commission to fill an unexpired term ending May 1,2003. Correspondence from Paula Brandt distributed; appoint Betty Kelly, 1108 Sunset Street, to the Senior Center Commission to fill an unexpired term ending December 31,2004; appoint Terry Smith, 2220 Balsam Court and James Pusack, 4750 Inverness Court, to the Telecommunications Commission to fill two 3-year terms March 13, 2002 - March 13, 2005. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Member present. The Mayor noted that the following vacancies will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment for one appointment to fill a five year term January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006; Historic Preservation Commission for-Two appointments (One Moffitt Cottage District Representative and one At-Large Representative) to fill three-year terms March 29, 2002 - March 29, 2005. The Mayor announced the previously announced vacancies: Historic Preservation Commission to fill one vacancy to fill a three year term March 29, 2002 --March 29, 2005. (New district - Longfellow Historic District Representative); Planning & Zoning Commission to fill one vacancy to fill a five year term May 1,2002 - May 1,2007. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 27. Council Member Champion requested staff explore combining historic preservation districts to enlarge the applicant pool for specific districts. City Attorney Dilkes said the State Code requires representation from designated districts. After discussion staff was asked to follow up with the State Historic Commission on the mechanism to address this in the Code. Council Member Pfab requested a work session to discuss childcare issues and the distinction between babysitting and early childhood education. Council Member O'Donnell noted the resignation of SEATS Director Lisa Dewey, and wished her well in her new position in Mississippi. Complete Description February 19, 2002 Page 7 Council Member Kanner announced a concern sponsored by Iowans for Peace with Iraq at Wesley House March 2; and questioned a public forum to discuss the police juvenile consent to search policy. After discussion majority of Council agreed to add the juvenile consent to search policy and a joint meeting with the Airport Commission to the list of future work session items. City Atty. Dilkes stated she had been asked by Council Member Kanner at a previous meeting the election requirements for a gas and electric franchise. After review she stated the a petition signed by eligible electors equal in number to 10% of the persons who voted at the last regular City election, which would be 1,066 signatures, would force an election. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Champio.,0~o adjourn 9:45 p.m. Th.~..-.7 Mayor declared the motion carried unanimouslyy~ ~ pr~ "'~rne~st W. Lehman;Mayor Marian 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. 5a · The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $. OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 2/5/02 Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donnell, Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Absent: None. The Mayor proclaimed Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Day - February 14. Heart Trains Heroes Free CPR Event Day - February 17, American Heart Month - February, Evelyn Wolfe, American Heart Association, accepted the proclamation and presented an award to John Castle from the Corp of Engineers for his efforts in saving the life of a co-worker who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. Solon First Responders, represented by Dan Smith, and the Johnson County Ambulance Service were also recognized for their efforts. Citizens were encouraged to call the Johnson County Ambulance Service for information on CPR training. The Mayor made a special presentation to John Bennett for his act of heroism in coming to the aid of Carloss Robinson. Carloss Robinson received a football from University of Iowa football players Jeremy Allen and Alonzo Cunningham autographed by the team. The Mayor presented outstanding student citizenship awards to Robert Lucas Elementary students Cameron Foreman, Kelly Krei; Shimek Elementary students Eleni Achrazoglou, Nick Jordan, Kelly Metz. 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 special meetings of January 22, published subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing and Community Development Commission: December 20. Iowa City Board of Appeals: January 7. Iowa City Human Rights Commission: December 18. Police Citizens Review Board: January 22 Recommendation: Accept PCRB Report on Complaint #01-02 with changes as amended. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk: New: Class C Beer Permit for Pizza Palace, 363 N. First Ave. Renewals: Class C Liquor License for R.T.'s, 826 S. Clinton St. Outdoor Service Area for R.T.'s, 826 S. Clinton St. Class C Liquor License for New Yen Ching Restaurant, 1803 Boyrum. Class C Liquor License for Bo-James, 118 E. Washington St. Class C Liquor License for Alleycat, 13 S. Linn St. RES. 02- 36, TO ISSUE A DANCE PERMIT to R.T.'s, 826 S. Clinton St. New: Class C Liquor License for G.A. Malone's, 121 Iowa Ave. Motions: approve disbursements in the amount of $20,515,545.98 for the period of December 1 through December 31,2001, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Setting Public Hearings: consider a motion setting a public hearing for March 19 on the City of Iowa City FY2003 Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Transit Funding Application and authorizing the publication of a notice of said hearing. RES. 02-37, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for February 19 TO DISCUSS THE PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1,2002 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2003, THE PROPOSED THREE-YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN, AND ALSO THE MULTI- Official Actions February 5, 2002 Page 2 YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2006. RES. 02-38, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for February 19 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD TO DODGE STREET WATER MAIN 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. 02-39, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for February 19 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE MORMON TREK BOULEVARD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS 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. 02-40, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 2, 2002 FOR THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S UPDATED ANNUAL PLAN. Resolutions: RES. 02-41, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A GRANT UNDER 49 U.S.C. 5307, TO BE USED FOR FY2002 TRANSIT OPERATING AND CAPITAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING. RES. 02-42, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SOUTH SYCAMORE REGIONAL GREENSPACE AND STORMWATER PROJECT. RES. 02-43, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1517 BURNS AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 02-44, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING TWO MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1019 GINTER AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 02-45, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A DRAINAGE EASEMENT AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH STONE BRIDGE ESTATES, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Correspondence: Kathleen Janz regarding City Budget. Fristie Fortmann Doser (DVIP) regarding Newsletter. Eide Bailly regarding Financial Audit. Irene Bowers (Mark Twain School) regarding Jump Rope for Heart Invitation. Pat Guard (lC Area Chamber of Commerce) regarding Franchise. Rod Sullivan regarding Funding Feasibility Study for Municipally Owned Utility. Saul Mekies and Carol Spaziani regarding Public Power Utility. Renee Gould regarding Smoking. Al Achtner regarding Smoking. Linda Prybil regarding Smoking. Lowell Brandt regarding Brick Streets. Postcards from six individuals regarding Protect the Park. Mary Knudson regarding Benton Street Park. Ruth Baker regarding Benton Street Park. Nancy Purington regarding Creative ideas about $$. Joe Raso regarding Strategic Investment for Strategic Growth. Jim Lenz regarding Budget. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Jim Larew, presented information on public power issues. Moved and seconded to accept material distributed by Mr. Larew. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor stated he had a conflict of interest on the next item and left the table. Mayor Pro tem Vanderhoef presiding. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance to rezone approximately 2,800 square feet from Low Density Multi-Family Residential, RM-12, to High Density Multi-Family, RM- Official Actions February 5, 2002 Page 3 44, for property located at the north end of West Benton Court. The Mayor Pro tern declared the motion carried. Mayor Lehman returned to the table. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance to amend the Sensitive Areas Development Plan for lots 3 and 4 of a resubdivision of Lot 53 of Walden Hills, located at the intersection of Shannon Drive and Rohret Road. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Robert Burns. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance to amend Section 14-6E of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow grocery stores in the Intensive Commercial Zone, C1-1, as a provisional use or as a special exception. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone approximately 0.63 acres located at 707 N. Dubuque Street from High Density Multi-Family, RM.44, to High Density Multi-Family Sensitive Areas Overlay, OSA/RM-44. Moved and seconded that ordinance to rezone 95 acres located between Court Street and Lower West Branch Road from Low Density Single Family, RS-5, and Medium Density Single-Family, RS-8, to Sensitive Areas Overlay, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance to vacate the northern 182 feet of the 20-foot wide alley right-of-way located south of Burlington Street and west of Dubuque Street, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance to vacate a portion of Northgate Drive, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 02-46, APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF 4.01 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF HERBERT HOOVER HIGHWAY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN ANNEXATION AGREEMENT. Moved and seconded that ordinance rezoning 4.01 acres located south of Herbert Hoover Highway east of Scott Boulevard from County Local Commercial, C- 1, to Commercial Office, CO-1, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor stated he had a conflict of interest on the next item and left the table. Mayor Pro tern Vanderhoef presiding. Moved and seconded to defer indefinitely the ordinance to vacate West Benton Court north of Benton Street. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried. Mayor Lehman returned. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 02-47, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF DEAN OAKES SIXTH ADDITION, 10WA CITY, IOWA. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A hearing was held assessing $300.00 civil penalty for Deadwood Tavern, 6 South Dubuque Street. Moved and seconded to adopt. RES. 02-48, ASSESSING $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST DEADWOOD TAVERN. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 02-49, ACCEPTING PAYMENT OF $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AND WAIVER OF RIGHT TO HEARING FROM QUINTON'S BAR & DELI. Moved and seconded that ordinance amending Title 14, entitled "Unified Development Code," Chapter 3, entitled "City Utilities," Article E, entitled "Wastewater Treatment Works Indirect Discharge," Section 4, entitled "Pretreatment Standards," of the City Code to amend wastewater treatment plant influent standards, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Official Actions February 5, 2002 Page 4 Moved and seconded to defer to February 19 a resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Iowa City Landfill Salvage Barn & Furniture Project Building project The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 02-50, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SCOTT BOULEVARD EXTENSION - ACT TO ROCHESTER AVENUE, F/K/A SCOTT BOULEVARD EXTENSION PHASE IV PROJECT. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill a six-year term March 1,2002 - March 1, 2008; Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five year term January 1,2002 - December 31, 2006; Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term April 1, 2002 - April 3, 2006; Historic Preservation Commission - Three vacancies (One Moffitt Cottage District Representative and Two At-Large Representatives) to fill three-year terms March 29, 2002 - March 29, 2005; Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending May 1,2003; Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending December 31, 2004; Telecommunications Commission - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms March 13, 2002 - March 13, 2005. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 13. Historic Preservation Commission - One vacancy to fill a three year term March 29, 2002 --March 29, 2005 (New district - Longfellow Historic District Representative); Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a five year term May 1, 2002 - May 1, 2007. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 27. The Mayor stated the vacancies presented an opportunity for citizens to become involved and contribute to City government. Moved and seconded to adjourn 8:30 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/Mar~n K. Karr, City ~lerk, / , Submitte~ for publication - 2/12/02. 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 FEBRUARY 5, 2002 Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donnell, Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Absent: None. Staff members present: Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Franklin, O'Malley, Shera, Schmadeke, Elias. Council minutes reported on Tape 02-21, Both Sides. The Mayor proclaimed Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Day - February 14. Heart Trains Heroes Free CPR Event Day - February 17, American Heart Month - February, Evelyn Wolfe, American Heart Association, accepted the proclamation and presented an award to John Castle from the Corp of Engineers for his efforts in saving the life of a co-worker who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. Solon First Responders, represented by Dan Smith, and the Johnson County Ambulance Service were also recognized for their efforts. Citizens were encouraged to call the Johnson County Ambulance Service for information on CPR training. The Mayor made a special presentation to John Bennett for his act of heroism in coming to the aid of Carloss Robinson. Carloss Robinson received a football from University of Iowa football players Jeremy Allen and Alonzo Cunningham autographed by the team. The Mayor presented outstanding student citizenship awards to Robert Lucas Elementary students Cameron Foreman, Kelly Krei; Shimek Elementary students Eleni Achrazoglou, Nick Jordan, Kelly Metz. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, 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 special meetings of January 22, published subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing and Community Development Commission: December 20. Iowa City Board of Appeals: January 7. Iowa City Human Rights Commission: December 18. Police Citizens Review Board: January 22 Recommendation: Accept PCRB Report on Complaint #01-02 with changes as amended. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk: New: Class C Beer Permit for Chad C. Crabtree dba Pizza Palace, 363 N. First Ave. Renewals: Class C Liquor License for R.T. Grunts, Inc., dba R.T.'s, 826 S. Clinton St. Outdoor Service Area for R.T. Grunts, Inc., dba R.T.'s, 626 S. Clinton St. Class C Liquor License for New Yen Ching Restaurant, Inc., dba New Yen Ching Restaurant, 1803 Boyrum. Class C Liquor License for Motif, Ltd., dba Bo-James, t'18 E. Washington St. Class C Liquor License for Herro, Inc., dba Alleycat, 13 S. Linn St. RES. 02-36, Bk. 127, p. 36, TO ISSUE A DANCE PERMIT to R.T. Grunts, Inc., dba R.T.'s, 826 S. Clinton St. New: Class C Liquor License for WWI, L.L.C., dba G.A. Malone's, 121 Iowa Ave. Motions: approve disbursements in the amount of $20,515,545.98 for the period of December 1 through December 31,2001, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit. Setting Public Hearings: consider a motion setting a public hearing for March 19 on the City of Iowa City FY2003 Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Transit Funding Application and authorizing the publication of a notice of said hearing. RES. 02-37, Bk. 127, p. 37, SETTING A PUBLIC Complete Description February 5, 2002 Page 2 HEARING for February 19 TO DISCUSS THE PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1,2002 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2003, THE PROPOSED THREE-YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN, AND ALSO THE MULTI- YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2006. RES. 02-38, Bk. 127, p. 38, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for February 19 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD TO DODGE STREET WATER MAIN 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. 02-39, Bk. 127, p. 39, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for February 19 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE MORMON TREK BOULEVARD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS 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. 02-40, Bk. 127, p. 40, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 2, 2002 FOR THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S UPDATED ANNUAL PLAN. Resolutions, Bk. 127: RES. 02-41, p. 41, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FORA GRANT UNDER 49 U.S.C. 5307, TO BE USED FOR FY2002 TRANSIT OPERATING AND CAPITAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING. RES. 02-42, p. 42, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SOUTH SYCAMORE REGIONAL GREENSPACE AND STORMWATER PROJECT. RES. 02-43, p. 43, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1517 BURNS AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 02-44, p. 44, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING TWO MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1019 GINTER AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 02-45, p. 45, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A DRAINAGE EASEMENT AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH STONE BRIDGE ESTATES, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Correspondence: Kathleen Janz regarding City Budget. Fristie Fortmann Doser (DVlP) regarding Newsletter. Eide Bailly regarding Financial Audit. Irene Bowers (Mark Twain School) regarding Jump Rope for Heart Invitation. Pat Guard (lC Area Chamber of Commerce) regarding Franchise. Rod Sullivan regarding Funding Feasibility Study for Municipally Owned Utility. Saul Mekies and Carol Spaziani regarding Public Power Utility. Renee Gould regarding Smoking. Al Achtner regarding Smoking. Linda Prybil regarding Smoking. Lowell Brandt regarding Brick Streets [Staff response included]. Postcards from six individuals regarding Protect the Park [All scanned and included in the final archived meeting folder in the City Clerk's Office]. Mary Knudson regarding Benton Street Park [previously distributed]. Ruth Baker regarding Benton Street Park [previously distributed]. Nancy Purington regarding Creative ideas about $$. Joe Raso regarding Strategic Investment for Strategic Growth. Jim Lenz regarding Budget. Complete Description February 5, 2002 Page 3 Council Member Kanner noted the discussion of enterprise zones in the HCDC minutes and questioned the status of the City's request for more information, City Mgr. stated a memo had been prepared and as inquiries arise regarding availability for projects information is provided to Council.; noted the Board of Appeals minutes and asked for information on the differences between the 2000 and 2001 IBC, staff will prepare a memo.; stated his support for the Board discussion requiring alarm installers to be licensed, and charging fees for commercial fire inspections; complimented the City's Finance Department on the letter from the Auditor on City finances and asked clarification on issues raised, Finance Director O'Malley present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, and repeated the public hearing on the budget set for February 19. The Mayor reminded Council to ask questions at the work sessions to enable staff to secure the answers for the public meeting. Jim Larew, presented information on public power issues. Moved by Wilbum, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept material distributed by Mr. Larew. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Council Member Kanner requested information from the City Attorney regarding the procedure for citizens to overturn a franchise agreement prior to the next meeting. The Mayor stated he had a conflict of interest on the next item and left the table. Mayor Pro tern Vanderhoef presiding. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance to rezone approximately 2,800 square feet from Low Density Multi-Family Residential, RM-12, to High Density Multi-Family, RM-44, for property located at (Oaknoll) the north end of West Benton Court. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. Mayor Lehman returned to the table. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance to amend the Sensitive Areas Development Plan for lots 3 and 4 of a resubdivision of Lot 53 of Walden Hills, located at the intersection of Shannon Drive and Rohret Road. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Robert Burns. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Pfab, to set a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance to amend Section 14-6E of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow grocery stores in the Intensive Commercial Zone, C1-1, as a provisional use or as a special exception. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone approximately 0.63 acres located at 707 N. Dubuque Street (Svoboda) from High Density Multi-Family, RM-44, to High Density Multi-Family Sensitive Areas Overlay, OSA/RM-44. No one appeared. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, that ordinance to rezone 95 acres located between Court Street and Lower West Branch Road from Low Density Single Family, RS-5, and Medium Density Single-Family, RS-8, to Sensitive Areas Overlay (Lindemann), be given first vote. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Lehman, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Wilburn, Champion. Nays: Kanner, Pfab. Absent: None. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance to vacate the northern 182 feet of the 20-foot wide alley right-of-way located south of Burlington Complete Description February 5,2002 Page 4 Street and west of Dubuque Street, be given first vote. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilburn, that the ordinance to vacate a portion of Northgate Drive, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 02-46, Bk. 127, p. 46, APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF 4.01 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF HERBERT HOOVER HIGHWAY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN ANNEXATION AGREEMENT (Iowa City Care Center). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 710, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Vanderhoef, that ordinance rezoning 4.01 acres located south of Herbert Hoover Highway east of Scott Boulevard (Iowa City Care Center) from County Local Commercial, C-1, to Commercial Office, CO-1, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor stated he had a conflict of interest on the next item and left the table. Mayor Pro rem Vanderhoef presiding. Moved by Pfab, seconded by Champion, to defer indefinitely the ordinance to vacate West Benton Court north of Benton Street (Oaknoll). The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Lehman absent. Mayor Lehman returned. Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 02-47, Bk. 127, p. 47, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF DEAN OAKES SIXTH ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote, 7/0, with Pfab abstaining. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, (in accordance with Res. 00-117). The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A hearing was held assessing $300.00 civil penalty for Deadwood Tavern, 6 South Dubuque Street. Andy Chappell, Johnson County Attorney's office, appeared. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Kanner, to adopt. RES. 02-48, Bk. 127, p. 48, ASSESSING $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST DEADWOOD TAVERN. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 02-49, Bk. 127, p. 49, ACCEPTING PAYMENT OF $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AND WAIVER OF RIGHT TO HEARING FROM QUINTON'S BAR & DELI. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilbum, that ordinance amending Title 14, entitled "Unified Development Code," Chapter 3, entitled "City Utilities," Article E, entitled "Wastewater Treatment Works Indirect Discharge," Section 4, entitled "Pretreatment Standards," of the City Code to amend wastewater treatment plant influent standards, be given first vote. Wastewater Division Supt. Elias present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Pfab, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer to February 19 a resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Iowa City Landfill Salvage Barn & Furniture Project Building project The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Complete Description February 5, 2002 Page 5 Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 02-50, Bk. 127, p. 50, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SCOTT BOULEVARD EXTENSION - ACT TO ROCHESTER AVENUE, F/K/A SCOTT BOULEVARD EXTENSION PHASE IV PROJECT to Peterson Contractors, Inc. for $ 2,509,665.32. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wilburn, Champion, Lehman, O'Donnell. Nays: Kanner. Absent: None. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill a six-year term March 1, 2002 - March 1, 2008; Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five year term January 1,2002 - December 31, 2006; Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term April 1, 2002 - April 3, 2006; Historic Preservation Commission - Three vacancies (One Moffitt Cottage District Representative and Two At-Large Representatives) to fill three-year terms March 29, 2002 - March 29, 2005; Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending May 1,2003; Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending December 31, 2004; Telecommunications Commission - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms March 13, 2002 - March 13, 2005. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 13. Historic Preservation Commission - One vacancy to fill a three year term March 29, 2002 --March 29, 2005 (New district - Longfellow Historic District Representative); Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a five year term May 1, 2002 - May 1,2007. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 27. The Mayor stated the vacancies presented an opportunity for citizens to become involved and contribute to City government. Council Member Pfab requested a work session be scheduled to discuss Council e-mail procedures, including distribution of individual e-mail addresses and immediate delivery and response. City Atty. Dilkes noted her earlier memo regarding e-mail communications, and stated their appears to be some confusion and said a work session should be scheduled. Council Member Vanderhoef announced she had been re-appointed to the National Steering Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Council Member Wilburn noted the activities for Black History Month and encouraged Council and citizens to attend. Council Member Kanner passed out fliers regarding the Latino/a Communities in Iowa Conference April 27th; requested Council schedule a work session to discuss suggestions made in his January 1 Mayoral selection letter, staff will include the letter in next week's packet; noted his understanding on Council budget discussion regarding funding for the Miller Orchard Park was different from that quoted in the paper and requested clarification, Council reaffirmed the $200,000 originally designated for the Miller Orchard Park be referred to the Parks & Recreation Commission to determine the final distribution of the funds for Waterworks Park and Miller Orchard. Council Member Champion raised concerns regarding parking for the Skateboard Park, the City Mgr. stated he expected stricter enforcement of parking regulations and Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood is aware of the problems. Council Member Kanner raised concerns regarding speed coming off of the Interstate down Dubuque Street, and questioned installation of a stop sign. The City Mgr. stated the intersection was scheduled for redesign in 2004 or 2005, and it was doubtful IDOT would approve a stop sign.; referenced the JCCOG Transportation Complete Description February 5, 2002 Page 6 Planner Davidson had presented a Transportation Vision document to the Council some weeks ago and the Council had requested inclusion of a regional transit system as a goal, noting it was due February 22, and requested it be placed on the next work session. Staff will follow up. Mayor Lehman stated the public hearing on the City budget is scheduled for February 19 and encouraged any Council Members with amendments or changes to the budget to communicate it to Council prior to the vote scheduled February 27. The City Mgr. stated any Council Members could provide written comments to the City Clerk for inclusion as part of the public hearing as well. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk