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CITY OF IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org May 04,2006
I MISCELLANEOUS I
IP1 Tentative City Council Meetings and Work Session Agendas
IP2 Memorandum from the City Clerk: Revised May 2006 Schedule
IP3 Memorandum from the Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission and the Associate
Planner: Tornado Recovery Workshop
IP4 Memorandum from Shaun Bradbury to the Director of Public Works: Iowa City Water
Treatment Plant Architectural Precast Panel Rework Agreement
IPS Memorandum from the Director of Parking and Transit to the City Manager: Late Night Bus
Service
IP6 Memorandum from the Human Services Coordinator to the City Manager: Community
Meeting on Homelessness
IP7 Email from Douglas Elliott: Leadership Group Meeting Rescheduled
IP8 Building Permit Information - April 2006
IP9 Article: Research Brief on America's Cities [Submitted by Council Member Vanderhoef]
IP10 Minutes: East Central Iowa Council of Governments [submitted by Council Member
Vanderhoef]
IP11 Minutes-Final: Deer Task Force: April 18, 2006
I PRELIMINARY/DRAFT MINUTES I
IP12 Airport Commission: May 1, 2006
IP13 Parks and Recreation Commission: April 12, 2006
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CITY OF IOWA CiTY Work Session Agendas May 3, 2006
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I TENTATIVE FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS I
. MONDAY, MAY 15 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p City Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, MAY 16 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Formal Council Meeting - Cancelled (rescheduled to May 23)
. TUESDAY, MAY 23 Emma J. Harvat Hall
5:00p - 6:30p Special Council Work Session
7:00p Special Formal Council Meeting (rescheduled from May 16)
. MONDAY, JUNE 12 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, JUNE 13 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Special Formal Council Meeting
. MONDAY, JUNE 26 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, JUNE 27 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Special Formal Council Meeting
. MONDAY, JULY 17 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, JULY 18 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Formal Council Meeting
. MONDAY, JULY 31 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, AUGUST 1 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Formal Council Meeting
. WEDNESDAY,AUGUST2 Coralville City Hall
4:30p Joint Meeting
. MONDAY, AUGUST 21 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, AUGUST 22 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00p Special Formal Council Meeting
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DATE: May 2, 2006
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
RE: Revised May 2006 Schedule
At Council work session on Monday, May 1st, the following changes were made to the
May meeting schedule:
May IS, 6:30 P.M. - regular work session - Housing Discussion only
May 16, 7:00 P.M. - regular formal- Cancelled (rescheduled to May 23)
May 23,5:00-6:30 P.M. - special work session (dinner provided)
May 23,7:00 P.M. - special formal (rescheduled from May 16)
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MEMORANDUM
Date: May 2, 2006
To: City Council
From: Tim Weitzel, Chait, Historic Preservation Commission; Sunil a:',(alkar, Associate Planner
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Re: Tornado Recovery Workshop
On April 26, 2006, the Historic Preservation Commission held a workshop/information session for
property owners that were affected by the recent tornado. This session was organized to provide
information about the repait and reconstruction of structures within Iowa City's worst hit areas-our
historic and conservation districts, and areas around Rochester and Hotz A venue. Leaflets were
delivered in person as well as by mail, to the affected properties. The Historic Preservation
Commission invited organizations including the Friends of Historic Preservation (FHP), the local
section of the American Institute of Architects-Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Architects Council
(CRICAC), the Johnson County Bar Association, the State Historical Society of Iowa (SHSI), and
individual contractors and design consultants who have experience working with 'old houses'.
Approximately 50 people, most of them property owners, attended the workshop. The session
received a good response from volunteers, professionals and the general public.
The Commission Chait informed the attendees about various aspects of the rebuilding efforts, gave
examples of building permit and historical review requirements, and help available for this work. He
announced that to help expedite the rebuilding process the Commission has committed to meet
weekly for review of major applications. The Chait will be available for other intermediate, minor
and no-material-effect review applications on a daily basis. Mike Haverkamp, President of FHP,
announced that a Disaster Recovery Help-Line has been set-up to provide assistance in preparing
application forms and to provide technical and design assistance for restoration and re-building.
William Downing of CRICAC announced that local architects will volunteer to support the Help-
Line to provide design and technical assistance. The Johnson County Bar Association announced
that a volunteer team will be available to answer questions about insurance settlements.
Jack Porter, Preservation Architect from SHSI, provided information about possible financial
assistance from the State. He also reported that the SHSI has allocated $30,000 for emergency
Historical Resource Development Program grants. Other efforts to secure funding for the storm
damage include working with the SHSI Legislative Liaison and with Sen. Bolkcom to obtain a
special appropriation for the restoration of historic properties.
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The Commission in cooperation with FHP has secured a grant of $5,000 from National Trust for
Historic Preservation. FHP will match the grant through a fund-raiser to provide a $10,000 fund,
which will be used for restoring damaged properties consistent with the historic preservation
guideline5-fllIticu1arly to provide 'gap-financing' for projects involving restoration of wood siding and
replacement of damaged vinyl or aluminum siding with fiber cement board siding. The Commission
has also secured the cooperation of a number of local businesses to provide discounts for
historically appropriate substitute materials. The Salvage Barn, operated by FHP, has also offered
property owners free building material for tornado repaits.
Since the April 13 storm, nine applications have been approved administratively for repair,
replacement and reconstruction projects and the Commission is scheduled to meet on Thursday,
May 4, 2006 to consider nine applications.
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Date: May 1, 2006
To: Rick Fosse
From: Shaun Bradbury
Re: Iowa City Water Treatment Plant Architectural Precast Panel Rework Agreement
On the 18th day of January 2005 the City approved a resolution (05-37) to enter into a rework
agreement with Knutson Construction Services Inc. for the performance of the repair work
deemed necessary by the City at the Water Treatment Plant.
Update:
All major work items have been completed; this includes the removal and replacement of all the
defective panels, connections and repairs to the beams.
The remaining minor work such as crack injection to the panels under the south side curtain wall
is scheduled to take place this month
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MEMORANDUM
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To: Steve Atkins, City Manager
From: Joe Fowler, Director Parking & Transit ~
Reference: Late Night Bus Service
I have contacted Dave Ricketts, University of Iowa Director Parking & Transportation,
regarding the possibility of CAMBUS operating a late night shuttle bus off campus. At
this time CAMBUS is not interested in operating such a service. If the student
government wishes to pursue this option in the future they should contact CAMBUS
directly.
Cc Dave Ricketts, University ofIowa Director Parking & Transportation
Ron Logsden, Transit Manager
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Fr: Lind Severson, Human Services Coordinator
Re: Community Meeting on Homelessness
The Faith Community held a meeting at the First United Methodist Church
on Sunday night on issues involving homelessness. A number of speakers
(both religious and lay people) shared information on issues that impact
homelessness. Representatives (elected officials and staff) from the City of
Coralville, the City ofIowa City and Johnson County were asked for their
input and what assistance their respective bodies could offer.
The group would like to continue communicating and working with the local
governments to deal with homelessness and increase resources committed to
this concern.
Attached is the program from the meeting.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me.
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7:00 Welcome Our local religious cOlllmunity has J long establl',hed tradition of involvement
Pastor Paul Akin. First UMC in issues related to housing and homelessness. Ecumenical Towers. Shelter ,
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House, and the Emergency Overflow Shelter Prolect all exist because of the I
Introductions & Groundrules work of peoples of faith.
Kel!y Mellecker. Community Resident i
Megan Carnes, First Congregational. IC Since September. 2007. hundreds of community members have met to further I
address issues surrounding homelessness. We have worked to research and I
7:15 Faith Reflections organize community action on these issues. Tonight we publicly express I
Shams Ghoneim* with local political and social leaders specific reQuests for support on issues
Msgr. Marv Mottett, former Director. CCHD of homelessness and housing. I
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7:30 Research Report Among the most significant facts related to homelessness: i
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Dr. lerry Anthony, Housing & Comm. Devel. The average wage of most new jobs created in the area is around i
Commission. City of Iowa City $91hour. Yet. 3 fami!y needs $12/hour to alTord housing here. i
Pastor lohn McKinstry. First Christian, Coralville
The Inciusionary Zoning Ordinance we are reQuesting would reQuire
7:45 Testimonies an average rent increase of $20/month for eight apartments in order
Christine Mullen. First UMC, Iowa City to both support a rent decrease of $80/month for two apartments
Pc. lohn White. New Life Christian. Coralville of working, but poor families AND NOT COST DEVELOPERS
ANYTHING
7:55 Questions for Public leaders
Pc. Courtney Ball, First UMC. Iowa City. Coralville has demolished '/, of all the alTordable housing it had in
for Iowa City olTicials 2000, and has no plans to replace it.
Penny Rembolt. of Coralville UMC,
to ask of Coralville City olTicials Plans of the City of Iowa City project a need for twelve times the
Deacon lerry Miller. of County olTicials number of alTordable (NOT SECTION 8) apartments than were built
and the United Way in 1998-2004; while more than 300% of the demand for market
rate apartments were built. The vacancy rate went up during this
8:20 Summary/Next Steps - Megan & Kel!y time - and so did average rents. and homelessness.
8:25 Closing Prayer - Fr. Wal!y Helms, St. Thomas More The one-time $50.000 funding we are reQuesting for Shelter House
is matching funding for a $450.000 federal grant which will have to
be returned without it. This will support a program which has exceeded
the grant proposals promised effectiveness in getting homeless folks
employment and out of homelessness.
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As people of faith - organized and otherwise - we call upon the Cities of Coralville and Iowa City,
and Johnson County, Iowa to create:
. From general revenues of each place, annual support of Shelter House in the amount of:
0 $10,000 from Coralville
0 $40,000 from Iowa City
0 $20,000 from Johnson County
. In order to achieve a local match for a recent federal grant:
0 $25,000 from Iowa City I
0 $15,000 from Johnson County I
0 $10,000 from Coralville
A one-time grant of $50,000.
. Completion of transit route study, and a pilot project for seniors and homeless, in place by
the end of 2006. I
Within Iowa City and Coralville:
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. A identical 20% Inc1usionary Zoning Ordinance in both towns, for all rental construction of 5 ,
units or larger, with no in-lieu fees and appropriate density bonuses, to be in effect by
January I, 2007.
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From: Gina Peters [gina.peters@ecicog.org]
Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 200611:31 AM
To: Mayor Eldon Slaughter; Mayor Robert Kurt; Sandie Deahl; Mayor Russell Bailey; Mayor David
Franker; Beth Freeman: Gary Grant: Lee Clancey; Arnold-Olson & Assoc.: Becky Shoop:
Administrator Brian James; Casie Kadlec; City Clerk Connie Evans; Mary Day; Mayor Dale
Stanek; Mayor Don Gray; Don Saxton; Doug; Mayor Mike Williams; Mayor Glen Potter; Mayor
Louise From; Howard R. Green; IA Environmental Education Project; J. Patrick White; James
Houser; Jane Tompkins; Jeff Davidson; jeff schott; Jo Hogarty; Mayor John Nieland; Joshua
Schamberger; Kelly Hayworth; Mayor Lynn Hudson; Les Beck; Linda Langston; Lu Barron;
Marian Karr; Maggie Grosvenor Mowery; Mark K Kresowik; C Clerk Tracey Mulcahey; Michael
Lehman; Mike Goldberg; Executive Assistant Mike Sullivan; City Clerk Tawnia Kakacek; City
Clerk Nancy Beuter; Pat Harney; Mayor Patrick Murphy; Paula Freeman-Brown; Priority One;
Mayor Joel Miller; Mayor Paul Tuerler; Chad; Rod Sullivan; Mayor Rozena McVey; Sally
Stutsman; Scott Grabe; Sharon Meyer; Steve Atkins; Terrence Neuzil; Mayor Thomas C.
Patterson; Mayor Betty Svoboda; Mayor William Cooper; Mayor William Voss; Mayor Jim
Fausett; Christine Taliga
Cc: Joe Bolkcom
Subject: Leadership Group Meeting Rescheduled
Importance: High
Dear Colleagues:
Senator Joe Bolkcom and other legislators in the Corridor have scheduled a meeting on Monday, May 22, 2006,
in North Liberty at 5:00 p.m. Many of you have or will be invited to this meeting. To avoid requiring you to gather
twice in the same week, Senator Bolkcom has graciously agreed to coordinate the agenda of the meeting on May
22 with the Leadership Group, and this will be the only meeting called in that week. Details of the meeting time
and location appear below. The legislators would like to discuss the need for a recreational trail connecting the
two metropolitan areas, and a complete agenda will be sent out closer to the meeting date. I realize meeting on a
Tuesday may cause a conflict for some of you, and hope you'll appreciate our effort to minimize your
commitments in this busy time of the year.
CORRIDOR MEETING
Monday, May 22, 2006
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
North Liberty Communty Center
Gerdin Conference Center Room
520 West Cherry Street
North Liberty
Again, this meeting will replace the Johnson/Linn County Public Leadership Group Meeting previously scheduled
for May 25, 2006 in Coralville.
Douglas D. Elliott
Executive Director
ECICOG
700 16th Street NE, Suite 301
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-4665
319.365.9941, ex!. 22
319.365.9981 (fax)
www.ecicog.org
5/2/2006
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BUILDING PERMIT INFORMATION
April 2006
KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS
. Type of Improvement,'
ADD - Addition
ALT - Alteration
REP - Repair
FND - Foundation Only
NEW -New
OTH - Other type of constrnction
Type of Use,'
RSF - Residential Single Family
RDF - Residential Duplex
RMF - Three or more residential
RAe - Residential Accessory Building
MIX - Mixed
NON - Non-residential
OTH - Other
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Page: 2 City ofIowa City
Date: 5/1/2006 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 4/1/2006 Census Bureau Report
From: 413012006
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Permit Number Name ~ Imor Use Stories Units Valuation
BLD06-00228 ROGERS RENTAL LLC 1910 S GILBERT ST ADD MIX I I $1,000
STORM SHELTER AT REAR OF COMMERC1AL/RESlDENT1AL BUILDING
Tlllal ADDIMIX permits: I Total Valuation : $1,000
BLD06-00t40 CONNIE CHAMPION 430 S SUMMIT ST ADD RAC I 0 $2,500
GARAGE ADDITION FOR SFD
Total ADDIRAC permits: I Total ValuaU... : $2,500
BLD06-00159 DEBRA SZELUGA 482 BUTTERNUT LN ADD RSF I 0 $98,500
POOL ADDITION FOR SFD
OPD-I ZONE
BLD06-00149 GEORGE & JENNIFER W Am 4 BELLA VISTA PL ADD RSF I 0 $35,000
DECK ADDITION FOR SFD
BLD06-00t II DEBORAH WILLIARD t222 COLLEGE ST ADD RSF 3 0 $30,000
ADDITION FOR SFD
BLD06-00 156 BILL & KAREN HORNER 718 PERRY CT ADD RSF I 0 $25,000
3 SEASON PORCH ADDITION FOR SFD
BLD06-00 174 JOHN S & SHIRLEY C FLIEH 1214 GOLDENROD DR ADD RSF I I $5,000
ENLARGE DECK FOR SFD
BLD06-00 139 CHARLES ST ANIER 529 BROWN ST ADD RSF I 0 $2,200
EXTERIOR DECK AND STAIRS FOR SFD
BLD06-00 178 CHUCK DEWEY 2244 MACBRIDE DR ADD RSF I I $2,100
DECK ADDITION FOR SFD
BLD06-00 186 MARIANNE JONES 808 WOODSIDE DR ADD RSF 2 0 $1,000
RAMP ADDITION FOR SFD
BLD06-00196 RYAN & LORA HESSELTINE 139 ST ANWYCK DR ADD RSF 2 I $1,000
PERGOLA OVER EXISTING DECK
BLD04-00618 REM PROPERTIES LC 418 N VAN BUREN ST ADD RSF 0 0 $900
DECK ADDITION FOR SFD
Total ADDIRSF permits: 10 Total ValuaUon : $200,700
BLD06-00138 PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA 307 S GILBERT ALT MtX I 0 $50,000
TENANT FINISH FOR APT/COMMERCIAL BUILDING
TotaIALT/M1X permits: I Total ValuaU... : $50,000
BLD06-00 187 ALPLA INC. 2309 HEINZ RD All NON I 0 $500,000
INTERIOR AL TERA TION OF FACTORY
BLD06-00I05 LEADING EDGE ENTERPRIS 136 S DUBUQUE ST ALT NON 3 0 $150,000
NEW YORK NY FRESH DELI RESTAURANT TENANT FINISH
BLD06-00142 NEW PIONEER COOP 22 S V AN BUREN ST ALT NON I 0 $78,500
REMODEL PRODUCE PREP AREA OF GROCERY STORE
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Page: 3 City of Iowa City
Date: 5il12006 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 4/112006 Census Bureau Report
From: 4/3012006
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Permit Number Name Address Imor Use Stories Units Valuation
BLD06-00143 JOHN RUMMELHART 1423 WATERFRONT DR ALT NON 1 0 $28,000
EXPAND CHOCOLATE FACTORY INTO CONTRACTOR'S WAREHOUSE AREA
BLD06-00183 BRADLEY, JASON 505 E WASHINGTON ST ALT NON 2 I $25,000
ADD BASEMENT OFFICES FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDING
BLD06-00t77 ANNE RIZZO 21 S DUBUQUE ST ALT NON 2 I $18,000
AL TERA TION OF COMMERCIAL BUILDING
BLD06-00 114 TODD ADAMSON 1106 N DODGE ST ALT NON 3 0 $2,000
CHANGE OF USE FROM SFD TO PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO
Total AL TINON permi..: 7 Total Valuation : $801,500
BLD06-00t61 ANNA BUSS 525 W BENTON ST ALT RDF I 0 $4,500
REMOVE WALLS WITHIN DUPLEX DWELLING UNIT
I TotalALTIRDF permi..: I Total Valuation : $4,500 ~
BLD05-00862 UNIVERSITY VIEW PARTNE 500 S GILBERT ST ALT RMF 3 0 $2,400
ADD WALLS IN BASEMENT GARAGE
Total AL T/RMF permits: I Total Valuatiou : $2,400
BLD05-00804 MARY ANN DENNIS 1307 ROCHESTER AVE ALT RSF 0 0 $20,000
KITCHEN REMODEL FOR SFD
BLD06-00167 SOUTHGATE 1025 JENSEN ST ALT RSF 2 I $15,000
BASEMENT FINSH OF ZERO-LOT LINE UNIT
BLD06-00 152 ADE & ABBY ABIOSE 1252 PHEASANT V ALLEY ALT RSF I 0 $13,000
FINISH ADDITIONAL BEDROOM & OFFICE IN BASEMENT -OFFICE EXPANDED INTO STORAGE AREA
BLD06-00151 GENE & LINDA SCHUCHERl 1814HAFORDR ALT RSF I 0 $5,500
ALTER BATH AND LOWER HALL
BLD06-00122 RICHARD A WOODBURN 2115 E COURT ST ALT RSF 3 0 $1,000
Drywall basement under garage for fIre separation
BLD06-00172 HEATHER BARTLETT 2 ASHWOOD DR ALT RSF I I $800
EGRESS WINDOWS FOR SFD
BLD06-00171 DUNNER. FREDERICK J 1338 BURRY DR ALT RSF I I $100
REMOVE SHORT WALL SECTION FOR SFD
Total AL TIRSF permits: 7 Total Valuation : $55,400
BLD06-00 197 FOREST VIEW MOBILE HOt., 1205 LAURA DR NEW NON I I $3,000
PICNIC SHELTER
Total NEW/NON permits: I Total Valuation : $3,000
BLD06-00184 SHANE & DARLA KRASKE 37 COLUMBINE CT NEW RAC 2 0 $50,000
18: x 60" inground pool
BLD06-00204 BOB M1KLO 900 N JOHNSON ST NEW RAC 1 I $30,000
DETACHED GARAGE ADDITION FOR SFD
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Date: 5/112006 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 4/112006 Census Bureau Report
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BLD06-00189 BRIAN & WENDY MOORE 1832 MUSCA TINE AVE NEW RAC I 0 $t1,000
DETACHED GARAGE ADDITION FOR SFD
Total NEW/RAC pennils : 3 Total Valuation: $91,000
BLD06-00166 JOSEPH D & TERESA K SMU 34 CRABAPPLE CT NEW RSF 2 t $500,000
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
OPD-RRI ZONE
BLD06-00230 REMPEL CUSTOM CABINET 1145 PRAIRIE GRASS LN NEW RSF I I $350,000
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
BLD06-00t68 TOM & MARLENE HAMAN 37 WHITE OAK PL NEW RSF I I $277,000
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
OPDH-5 ZONE
BLD06-00202 FERREL CONSTRUCTION IN 2077 BRISTOL DR NEW RSF I 1 $275,000
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
OPD-5 ZONE
BLD06-00175 JEFF MILLER CONSTRUCTIC 3462 DONEGAL CT NEW RSF I I $2tO,000
SFD WITH ATTACHED
BLD06-00191 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN 4374 CUMBERLAND LN NEW RSF I I $197,742
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
BLD06-00165 OAKES DEVELOPMENT L T[ 20 II BRISTOL DR NEW RSF I I $190,000
SFD WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE
OPD-5 ZONE
BLD06-00163 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN 158 EVERSULL LN NEW RSF I I $166,365
SFD WITH A TT ACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
BLD06-00164 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN 68 EVERSULL LN NEW RSF ] ] $]63,317
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
BLD06-00]79 STEVE KOHLI CONSTRUCT] 2944 KEEL BOAT LOOP NEW RSF 2 ] $159,948
SFD WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE
OPD-5 ZONE
BLD06-00182 JESSE ALLEN 1509 TOFTING AVE NEW RSF I t $158,951
SFD WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE
BLD06-00]62 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN' 76 EVERSULL LN NEW RSF ] ] $153,7] 1
SFD WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE
BLD06-00 180 lOW A VALLEY HAB FOR Hl ] 516 CRESCENT ST NEW RSF I I $90,000
SFD
Total NEW/RSF pennit. : 13 Total Valuation: $2,892,034
BLD06-00229 TRUST 1/2INT ] ]34 JEFFERSON ST REP MIX I I $4,250
REROOF MIX COMMERCIAL/RESlDENTlAL BUILDING
Total REPIMIX permit.: 1 Total Valuation: $4,250
BLD06-00t88 GARY HAMDORF 374 WESTGATE ST REP RMF ] 0 $8,400
REROOF RMF BUILDING
BLD06-00226 GARY HAMDORF 374 -90 WESTGATE ST REP RMF 1 I $8,400
REROOF OF RMF
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"Date: 5/112006 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 4/112006 Census Bureau Report
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BLD06-00235 lOW A CITY HOUSING ASSO 945 CROSS PARK AVE REP RMF I 0 $5,579
Repair water damage of laundry area
Total REPIRMF permits: 3 Total Valuafion : $22,379
BLD06-00136 GERALD L & CAROL L REES 1115 PICKARD ST REP RSF I 0 $34,000
Repair roof system and walls and reconstruct garage after tree fell on
BLD06-00236 DUSTI K WINKlE 1154 HOTZ AVE REP RSF I 0 $30,000
Install new roof including rafters, sheathing and shingles
BLD06-00176 LEN ZIELINSKI 359 MAGOWAN AVE REP RSF I I $10,000
REPAIR AND AL TERA nON FOR SFD
BLD06-00t69 STAN CARLSON t t45 E COLLEGE ST REP RSF I I $7,000
DRYWALL,PAINT, FLOORING, REMOVE BATHROOMS FOR SFD
BLD06-00199 QUALITY CARE STORAGE 300 KIMBALL RD REP RSF I I $3,200
REPLACE DECK FOR SFD
BLD06-00150 MARIA A DUARTE 517 GRANT ST REP RSF I 0 $600
adding plywood sheathing over internal gutter to repair leak
Total REPIRSF permits; 6 Total Valuafion ; $84,800
GRAND TOTALS; PERMITS; 56 VALUATION: $4,215,463
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March 2006 Issue 2006-2
America's municipal officials are feeling increasingly optimistic about their The State of
city's fiscal health, but are concerned about health care costs. traffic, and
affordable housing.' Other major findings from the National League of Cities' America's
annual State of America's Cities survey include,
. City officials are about split on their feelings about the general direction
in which the country is heading. Forty-six percent of city officials report Cities, 2006
feeling pessimistic about the general direction of the country and 52 per-
cent report feeling optimistic.
. City officials from cities that receive Community Development Block The Annual
Grant funding report that cuts to this funding are having the broadest
affect on the provision of affordable housing (39%). Opinion Survey of
. Two in three city officials (67%) agree that their cities and cities in their
region could do more to promote eQ!Jal opportunity. fairness, and citi- Municipal Officials
zen engagement.
. Seven in ten (71%) city officials say that federal legislation limiting the use
of franchise fees would affect their city's budget. Christiana Brennan
. Most city officials (76%) report that they have not used eminent domain Christopher Hoene I
in the past three years in connection with an economic redevelopment
project.
. Nearly 80 percent of city officiais report that their city has been either
directly or indirectly affected by hurricanes Rita and Katrina.
. Four in ten city officials (41%) report an increasing need for survival serv-
ices. perhaps reflecting local responses to security issues. natural disas-
ters, and economic conditions.
General Direction the Country is Heading
City officials are about evenly split in their views about the general direction
in which the country is heading. FortY-SiX percent of city officials report feel- I Christiana Brennan is a Senior Research Associate ;:md
ing either very (14%) or mildly (32%) pessimistic about the general direction ChrIstopher Hoene is the Research Manager in the Center
in which the country is heading (see figure I). Fifty-two percent of city offi- for Research and Municipal Programs at the National
cials report feeling either very (9%) or mildly (43%) optimistic. league of Cities
In the early 1990's. the preponderance of city officials were pessimistic 2 This report uses "city" and "municipality" interchangeabLy to
refer to local jurisdictions including cities. towns. an villages.
about the general direction of the country. During the mid-1990's. city
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officials were split between pessimistic and optimistic responses with
increasingly opti,mistic views dominating during the late-1990's. The year
2000 marked the highest percentage of city officials reporting an opti-
mistic response I about the general direction of the country. Since then,
there has been a steady increase in pessimistic responses.
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Economic and Fiscal Conditions
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More city officials report improved local economic and fiscal health com-
pared to last year. In 2006. 43 percent of city officials indicate that city fis-
cal conditions have improved. whereas onlY 32 percent indicated an improve-
ment when ask~d in 200S. This year, 47 percent of city officials say that
overall economic conditions in their city have improved; 37 percent report-
ed improved overall economic conditions in 2005. Forty-three percent of city
officials indlcat~ that the economic health and vitality of their city has
improved; 35 peicent reported an improvement in 200S.
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when asked to select three local conditions that have improved most dur-
ing the past five years, the second most widely reported response was
overalllocai conditions (22%) and the third most widely reported response
was city fiscal conditions (21%). Box 2
However. not all city officials believe that the economic and fiscal health 01 Most Improved Conditions
their city is improving. Nineteen percent of locai officials indicate that city fis-
cal conditions have worsened since last year: over SO percent report that this Vitality of Downtown
is either a major (17%) or moderate (36%) problem for their city. When asked and mainstreet 27%
to select three local conditions that will be most important to address in the Overall Economic
next two years. city fiscal conditions appears as the third most widely report- Conditions 22%
ed response (24%). In fact. nearly one in three city officials (28%) indicate that
unless city tax rates and fees are increased, city services levels will decline. City Fiscal Conditions 21%
Nearly one in five city officials (18%) say that overall economic conditions Percent of citV officials listing item as
have worsened and over SO percent indicate that is either a major (12%) or one of the three most improved
moderate (40%) probiem for their city. Fifteen percent of city officials indi- conditions in their community during the
cate that the economic health and vitality of their city has worsened and, past five years.
again. over SO percent say that this is either a major (15%) or moderate
(36%) problem for their city.
City officials indicate that unfunded mandates and preemption of local
authority are having a negative impact on the economic and fiscal health of
their city. Fifty-five percent of city officials say that impacts of unfunded
mandates and preemption of local authority have worsened since last year;
over three-Q!Jarters of city officials indicate that this is either a major (23%) BQx 3
or moderate (53%) problem for their city.
Most Important Conditions
to Address
Health Care Costs and Availability Traffic Congestion 25%
Concerns about the cost and availability of health services are increasing Infrastructure 24%
among city officials. When asked to select three local conditions that have City Fiscal Conditions 24%
deteriorated most during the past five years, the third most widely report-
ed response was the cost and availability of health services (26%). Last
year. 21 percent selected the cost and availability of health services as one Percent of citV officials listing Ilem as
of three most deteriorated conditions; 20 percent in 2004; and IS percent one of the three most important
in 2001. conditions to address dunng the next
two vears.
Over SO percent of city officials (51%) say that the cost and availability of
health services has worsened since last year. Nearly three-Q!Jarters (73%)
report that the cost and availability of health services is either a major (34%)
or moderate (39%) problem for their city.
Traffic
Traffic congestion tops the list (34%1 when city officials are asked about
which conditions deteriorated most in their communities during the past
five years. Traffic congestion has been the most widely reported response
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to this Q!Jestion since this condition was first included in the survey in
2001. Fifty-one percent of city officials believe that traffic congestion has
worsened since last year, more than two-thirds of city officials report !lQx~
that traffic congestion is either a major (23%) or moderate (45%) prob-
lem for their city.
Most Deteriorated Conditions
Affordable Housing and Traffic Congestion 34%
COllu:rlu~evelopment Block Grant (CDBG) Availability of Quality
Affordable Housing 27%
Thirty-five percent of city officials report that the availability of Q!Jality Cost and Availability
affordable housing has worsened since last year. When asked to select of Health Services 26%
three local conditions that have deteriorated the most during the past
five years. the second most widely reported response. with 27 percent, Percent of city officials listing item as
was the availability of Q!Jality affordable housing. compared with 18 per- one of the three most deteriorated
cent last year. conditions in their community during the
Federal cuts to vital funding for local governments are exacerbating the past five years.
affordable housing challenge that cities face. Of the 74 percent of cities
that receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, nearly
four in ten (39%) report that cuts to this funding are affecting their ability
to provide affordable housing. Thirty-five percent report cuts affecting the
rehabilitation of homes and buildings, 26 percent report cuts affecting the
construction and improvement of public facilities, and 15 report cut affect-
ing their ability to provide assistance to businesses to carry out econom-
ic development and job creation/retention activities.
EQuity, Fairness, and Citizen Engagement
Two in three city officials (67%) agree that their cities and cities in
their region could do more to promote eQ!Jal opportunity. fairness,
and citizen engagement.
franchise Fees
Seven in ten (71%) city officials say that federal legislation limiting the use
of franchise fees on cable and/or video providers would affect their city's
budget. Of the 86 percent of cities that levy franchise fees, 83 percent say
that federal legislation limiting the use of franchise fees would affect their
cities budget either greatly (37%) or somewhat (46%).
Eminent Domain
More than three in four city officials (76%) report that they have not
used eminent domain in the past three years in connection with an eco-
nomic redevelopment project.
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Hurricanes Rita and Katrina and
Municipal Emergency Planning
While most cities were not directly hit by hurricanes Rita and Katrina (only
4% of city officials report a direct impact). many city officials report that
their cities provided aid or assistance in the form of supplies and other forms
of aid (47%) and four in ten city officials (42%) report that their cities
received displaced residents from cities devastated by hurricanes.
Disaster planning and emergency management roles of cities have been dras-
tically affected this decade. first with the terrorist attacks of 2001 and now
with hurricanes Katrina and Rita. In a 2002 NLC survey of city officials about
homeland security, most reported changes to their emergency plans in reac-
tion to the attacks of September II, 2001. For example. 70 percent reported
that their plans now address biological attacks and 50 percent reported that
their plans address the possibility of an airplane being used as a bomb or
missile. In the 2006 State of America's City survey. nearly 80 percent of city
officials (78%) report being affected in some way by hurricanes Katrina and
Rita. In response. over half of city officials (51%) report revisiting their city's TABLE I
disaster planning as a result of the hurricanes; 26 percent report reconsid- Local Responses to Hurricanes
ering their city's disaster planning as it relates to underserved populations. Katrina and Rita
Directly devastated by the hurricanes and in need of repair. 4%
Received displaced residents from cities directly devastated by the hurricanes. 42%
Provided assistance to cities devastated by the hurricanes in terms of sending
money, equipment, and/or supplies. 47%
Reconsidered our city's disaster planning as it relates to underserved populations. 26%
Revisited our city's disaster planning in general. 51%
The hurricanes have not impacted my city. 21%
Other 12%
Don't know 1%
Survival Services
City officials report an increased need for survival services such as food. shel-
ter. heating/SC. clothing. and health care for people in their city, perhaps reflect-
ing IQcal responses to security issues. natural disasters. and fiscal and econom-
ic concerns. City officials report an increasing need for survival services despite
recent improvements in fiscal and economic conditions reported by many.
In the pre-9/1I, 2001 version of this survey, 28 percent of city officials report-
ed an increase in the need for survival services. While the survey was not
conducted in 2002 and 2003. the percent of city officials reporting an
increased need for survival services has increase substantially and has
remained high. In 2006, 41 percent of city officials report an increased need
for survival services. consistent with the percent of city officials reporting
such needs in 2004 (45%) and 2005 (45%).
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the oldest and largest nationai organi- municipal officials. The survey was mailed to all of the officials in the sample
zation representing municipal govern- in lanuary 2006. A total of 511 valid responses were received and tabulated,
ments throughout the United States. resulting in a 33 percent response rate. With this response rate it can be
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ing. conducting. and reporting research Survey of Municipai Officiais is an annual survey of municipal officials that has
on programs and issues affecting been conducted for the past 20 years. These annual studies offer a framework
cities and towns. for understanding how local officials view issues and problems they face in
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Submitted by Council Member
MINUTES Vanderhoef. I 05-04-06 I
East Central Iowa Council of Governments IP10
Board Meeting 1 :00 p.m. - March 30, 2006
700 16'h Street NE, Suite 301, Cedar Rapids, lA
MEMBERS PRESENT
David Vermedahl-Benton County Supervisor
Ann Hearn-Linn County Citizen
Dennis Hansen-Jones County Citizen
Richard Cicalo-Mayor of Washington
James Houser-Linn County Supervisor
Leo Cook-Jones County Supervisor
Charles Montross-Iowa County Supervisor
Don Gray-Mayor of Central City
Gary Edwards-Iowa County Citizen
Pat Harney-Johnson County Supervisor
Don Magdefrau-Benton County Citizen
Dee Vanderhoef-Iowa City City Council
MEMBERS ABSENT
Henry Herwig-Coralville City Council
Linda Langston-Linn County Supervisor
Jennifer Fischer-Jones County Citizen
Bill Daily-Benton County Citizen
Randy Payne-Washington County Supervisor
Larry Wilson-Johnson County Citizen
Alice DeRycke-Iowa County Supervisor
Ed Raber-Washington County Citizen
Linn County- Vacancy
ALTERNATES PRESENT - None
OTHER'S PRESENT - None
STAFF PRESENT
Doug Elliott-Executive Director
Gina Peters-Administrative Assistant
Jennifer Ryan-Planner
Chad Sands-Planner
Lisa-Marie Garlich-Planner
Eric Freese-Housing Specialist
Mary Rump-IT/Transportation Planner
Robyn Jacobson- Transit Administrator
Lisa Treharne-Planner
1.0 CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson, David Vermedahl at 1 :00 p.m.
.1 Recognition of Alternates
Vermedahl welcomed Richard Cicalo to the ECICOG Board.
.2 Public Discussion - None
.3 Approval of Agenda
M/S/C (Montross/Magdefrau) to approve the agenda. All ayes.
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2.0 ROUTINE MATTERS
.1 Approval of Minutes (January 26, 2006)
M/S/C (Hansen/Harney) to approve the minutes as written. All ayes.
.2 Budget Reports/Balance Sheets
Elliott gave an overview of the February financial statements.
M/S/C (Hearn/Cook) to receive and file the February financial statements for audit. All ayes.
3.0 AGENCY REPORTS
.1 Director's Report
Elliott told the board an open house for the new office would be held the same day as the April board meeting.
He thanked staff for their work in moving and noted a staff lunch was paid for and included in the payables.
Elliott said about $31,200 was spent to renovate and relocate the office.
Elliott referred to page 7 of the board packet, a list of proposed standing conunittee members for 2006. He said
he contacted the chairperson of each conunittee and each was willing to serve.
Elliott gave an update on the EDA designation. He told the board EDA lost the copy of our letter submitted in
1999 from the Governor requesting our EDA designation. A letter from IDED was substituted. Other
designated EDA districts are able to request funding of $50,000-$60,000 for planning. ECICOG was invited
and did submit an application for $35,000. EDA sent a letter to Elliott asking him to have the Chair sign the
application. If approved, this funding will help implement the economic development objectives outlined in the
strategic plan.
Elliott told the board several CDBG grants were funded but he wants to keep the vacant position open until the
funding results from EDA are received.
M/S/C (Edwards/Gray) to authorize the Chair to sign the application to EDA. All ayes.
Elliott announced Jennifer Fischer had a baby girl and is on maternity leave until May.
.2 Community Developmeut Report
Garlich told the board Iowa County and the City of Mt. Auburn both received CDBG awards and the Cities of
Coralville and Kalona both received funds for housing rehabilitation.
Edwards asked about the CAT grants. Treharne said Millersburg is not going to apply but she is working with
Center Point to submit an application.
.3 Housing Report - None
.4 Transportatiou Report
Rump gave an update on the ITS project. She said staff and the transit providers have formed a users' group
that is meeting weekly to work through issues with the new system. The LIFTS staff is going to help Mini Bus
who is having trouble with the transition from paper to electronic scheduling. Edwards referred to the results of
the Transportation Client Satisfaction Survey included in the board packet. He asked why there were only 4
respondents to the survey in Washington County. Rump said all the transit systems were provided surveys and
put them in the vehicles along with return envelopes. The surveys were to be turned in daily to each transit
system office. Edwards asked why Mini Bus seems to be having more trouble with the new software than the
other transit systems. Rump said some ofthe issues are resulting from their internet service provider and they
may not be as conunitted to the change from paper to electronic reporting. Cook asked if more elderly people
are served than the survey results show. Rump stated about 60% of service is provided to the disabled.
Linn and Johnson Counties are waiting for the test sites to work out some problems before they do the software
and hardware installations but should be moving forward in April.
Cicalo asked what the problem was with Mini Bus' internet service provider. Rump said Mini Bus is having
trouble with the software "freezing up" when they try to access the software through the internet. Discussion
followed.
.5 Solid Waste Report
Ryan said the RFPs for appliance recycling are due April 1 O.
She noted the final report for the Illegal Dumping Prevention pilot project is complete and a copy is available
for review.
Simon is in Anamosa making recycling presentations to the school district.
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Houser asked how successful the Illegal Dumping Prevention project was. He said he had numerous complaints
and calls from citizens. Ryan said it created a forum for the road department and sheriffs department by
developing a database for cleaning up illegal dumps. Discussion followed on the pilot project.
4.0 COMMITTEE REPORTS
.1 Executive Committee
A correction to the minutes: Herwig was present at the meeting but listed as absent.
M/S/C (EdwardslHarney) to approve the minutes of the February 23, 2006, meeting with correction of adding
Herwig to the attendance list. All ayes.
.2 Personnel Committee - None
.3 Budget Committee - None
.4 Transit Operators' Group - None
.5 Solid Waste Technical Advisory Committee
Minutes from the last meeting were included in the board packet.
Vanderhoef asked about the change of zoning to allow a new transfer station in Cedar Rapids and how that
would impact the landfill. Ryan noted the developer said it would be collecting construction/demolition and
industrial waste.
5.0 OLD BUSINESS
.1 Approval of Expenditures
M/S/C (HouserlHansen) to approve payment of expenditures. All ayes.
6.0 NEW BUSINESS
.1 Local Issues Discussion
Houser told the board when he found out he was appointed to the Linn County Board of Supervisors he was
working in this office space that is now ECICOG.
.2 Legislative Discussion
Houser talked about a bill regarding elected officials incapacitated in office. He also talked about the farm-to-
market money.
Vanderhoef spoke regarding the increase of gas tax. She also said she contacted Congressman Boswell
regarding transportation, and he requested to receive letters for earmarked projects.
Montross said there was a discussion on dividing the local option sales tax money among all the counties.
Houser told the board there has been discussion on increasing the Linn County supervisors to five members.
Advocates for the proposal believe a larger board would better represent the county.
7.0 NEXT MEETING:
MIS (VanderhoeflMontross) to adjourn the meeting at 2: 15 p.m.
Gary Edwards, Secretaryrrreasurer
April 27. 2006
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MINUTES FINAL
DEER TASKFORCE MEETING
APRIL 18,2006
EMMA HARV AT HALL - CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Pat Farrant, Chair; Alan Nagel; Harold Goff; Jan Ashman;
Gene Szymkowiak; Peter Jochimsen
MEMBERS ABSENT: Linda Dykstra, Martin Jones, Pete Sidwell
STAFF PRESENT: Kathi Johansen, Sue Dulek
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Farrant called the meeting to order at 6:02 P.M.
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL:
Nagel moved to strike the statements that show who was absent for a vote and
remove member names showing affirmative and negative status; seconded by Goff.
Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made to accept the minutes of the April 11, 2006 meeting as amended;
Carried 6-0.
Nagel moved to approve the Long-Term Deer Management Plan, version 10105,
with the single change; seconded by Ashman. Motion carried 6-0.
Nagel moved that, as part of a review of the Annual Report, the title of Page 5
"Introduction" be changed to "Summary of Activity 2005-2006;" seconded by
Szymkowiak. Motion carried 6-0.
Nagel moved that the revisions to page 5, as discussed, be approved; seconded by
Ashman. Motion carried 5-0.
APPROVE MINUTES OF April 11, 2006, MEETING:
Farrant asked if anyone had any corrections or additions to the minutes of the April II th
meeting. Nagel stated he had a very minor item on page 2, next to the last paragraph,
third line, where it says, ".. .inquire about the feasibility of the deer contraception pilot
project..." it should say "a deer contraception pilot..." instead of "the." A question was
asked about the statement on page 2, at the top, where it reads, "Johansen suggested the
Deer Task Force meet with a member of the Police Department.. .". Johansen stated it
was up to the members if they wanted to have an officer attend a meeting to discuss
logging the number of the deer reflector on the vehicle/deer accident report. Members
agreed they would like to have a member ofthe Police Department come to a meeting.
Johansen will check into this. Jochimsen asked why the minutes state who was absent for
each vote taken during the meeting. Dulek and Johansen explained this is the minute-
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taker's style, most likely, to note who was and who was not present for each vote. Nagel
asked ifit was necessary to list members' names on how they voted (affirmative,
negative), stating that he feels names should not be mentioned. Nagel moved to strike
the statements that show who was absent for a vote and remove member names
showing affirmative and negative status; seconded by Goff. Motion carried 6-0.
Ashman stated she would like a clarification. Directing her question to Goff she asked
what is meant by "test case." Goff stated that he did not feel this needs to be elaborated
on. Motion was made to accept the minutes of the April 11, 2006 meeting as
amended; Motion carried 6-0.
LONG-TERM DEER MANAGEMENT PLAN:
Nagel opened the discussion, stating that under Item 4.c., at the end of the second line,
". .. will be to a level that.. .". He suggested either".. . will be at a level.. ." or ". .. will be
reduced to a level.. .". Members agreed to use ". ..will be at a level. ..". Nagel also
mentioned that he had not been able to get to the Library, but noted that the Library has
entries in their catalog for "deer document pamphlets," from 2002. He asked if anyone
was aware ofthese pamphlets, or if any updates have been made. Johansen presented
copies of two pamphlets the Library currently has and stated these are also available on
the City's Deer Management website. Nagel asked ifthere was a "hit counter" on this
page ofthe website. Johansen will check with the City's ITS Department to inquire
about a "hit counter" so Task Force members can see how many people actually visit this
site. Goffmentioned Item 2 regarding the reflectors. (unable to hear) Ashman noted that
at the last meeting, they decided not to add any more reflectors, but to leave up the ones
currently in place. Nagel moved to approve the Long-Term Deer Management Plan,
the version dated 10/05, with the single change; seconded by Ashman. Motion
carried 6-0.
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE 2005-2006 lOW A CITY DEER TASK FORCE:
Nagel began the discussion by stating he would like to see a new layout of the report.
Nagel and Goff prepared handouts of their suggestions which were distributed to Task
Force members. Nagel feels his changes would make the report easier to understand.
Goff stated that his ideas are similar to Nagel's; however, he feels that an annual report
should be an "annual report" and the year's activities should be more clearly stated.
Nagel suggested that changing the Table of Contents would also make the report clearer
for others to read. Nagel moved to accept his version of the Annual Report; no second
was given.
The discussion turned to creating a new working document to which members can give
their ideas, based on Nagel's version. Farrant suggested creating a new working draft
the group can use to discuss any changes or additions. Nagel stated he would be happy to
create this new working document and asked members for their ideas on appendixes for
this report. Nagel mentioned page 5, third paragraph, stating he would like the Task
Force to edit this section, "Introduction," now. Farrant asked the group how they wanted
to proceed. Several members gave their thoughts on revising this particular section, prior
to coming up with a working document.
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The question was asked how Nagel would change the "Introduction" page. Nagel stated
he would insert as part of the summary on line two, "The sole effective controlling of
overpopulation of deer by lethal means. The committee has considered reproductive
control, trapping and relocating and trapping and killing. None of these methods meets
the criteria by which we can best balance effectiveness, cost, and humane
considerations." Nagel feels this should be part of the "Introduction" section. After this,
he states that he would add a new paragraph, "The Deer Task Force continues to apply
the thresholds of 25 deer or more for reviewing the need to reduce deer numbers, and of
35 deer or more for requiring reduction. See also following section 'Determining If Deer
Should Be Killed."
Johansen was asked if she had received Willie Suchy's projections for 2006-2007. She
had not received a response prior to the meeting. Szymkowiak asked about complaints
by citizens and what kind of data they are basing their task on. Johansen responded she
received very few citizen complaints. (TAPE ENDS)
The discussion turned to the IDNR and deer hunting and the history of the Task Force.
Nagel stated the relevant issue is whether the population numbers of deer are suspect
because of the DNR's involvement with hunting. Szymkowiak stated that he feels the
numbers should be lowered, and if all they are allowed is sharpshooting, then they should
take some sort of action to have multiple sharpshooting periods, stating they would not
need all of these meetings. Nagel moved that, as part of a review of the Annual
Report, the title of Page 5 "Introduction" be changed to "Summary of Activity 2005-
2006;" seconded by Szymkowiak. Motion carried 6-0.
Discussion then turned to some members wanting to vote on each change and others
wanting to have a single vote. Farrant reiterated for the members that they would make
changes to the Summary, summarize them, and treat this as a single motion. Nagel put
on the floor his suggestion for a new paragraph 3. Ashman suggested the wording,
"Currently, the sole effective controlling..." to which Nagel agreed. Szymkowiak stated
they don't need "currently" as this is a summary, and members agreed. Nagel also
suggested a new paragraph 4. The discussion then turned to the number of deer per
square mile and how this number is arrived at. Nagel moved to accept the 3rd and 4th
paragraphs as presented. Discussion continued on the deer number, with Nagel stating
they could add, "The Deer Task Force takes 25 to be the goal of the deer population," or
end the sentence, "Continues to apply the threshold (singular) of25 deer or more for
review in the need to reduce deer. ..". Szymkowiak suggested they add this for now, as
they can revisit it.
A brief discussion ensued regarding the "minority report." Nagel then moved to accept
the 3rd paragraph insertion and the 4th paragraph insertion as discussed. Farrant asked if
there was a second. Jochimsen noted he thought they were going to vote at the end. It
was decided to move ahead at this time and have one vote. The discussion then turned to
the next paragraph with Nagel suggesting, "See following pages for motion and rationale
submitted to Council," and that this documentation would then follow the Summary page.
Discussion began regarding minority opinions on bow hunting and if members wanted
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their opinions included. Nagel stated he wouldn't mind including the "minority
opinions" since he finds them "embarrassing." Szymkowiak became upset about these
personal opinions/letters being part of the Task Force's armual report. Szymkowiak at
this point resigned from the Task Force and left the meeting. Farrant stated that she
would resubmit her opinion separately, and Nagel stated that her opinion should not be
part of the report as not everyone voted on it.
The discussion turned back to Nagel's suggestion for the wording about the personal
opinions of those who voted negatively on the bow hunt issue. Nagel stated that he
would then suggest, "See following pages for motion, rationale, and private letters
submitted to Council." Nagel then asked ifit would be acceptable to state, "See
following pages for motion and rationale."
Goff stated that he feels the Annual Report should have their recommendations and
actions in it, to which members agreed. Goff asked for some clarifications on Page 5,
stating they make reference to the number of deer the DNR allows them to kill, such as
the 192. Nagel suggested adding: (The DNR recommended...) by the number of deer to
be killed. Nagel will add the revisions that the members have discussed to the working
copy he creates. Nagel moved that the revisions to page 5, as discussed, be approved;
seconded by Ashman. Motion carried 5-0. Nagel will get this new version prepared
and will get it to Johansen by tomorrow so she can forward it to Task Force members via
email.
IDNR PROJECTIONS:
None.
COMMUNITY COMMENT (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER PERSON):
None.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Dulek noted that the Annual Plan and the Long-Term Deer Management Plan will be on
the City Council's ageIfda for May 2,2006. (TAPE ENDS)
SET AGENDA AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING:
The next meeting is set for Tuesday, April 25, 2006, at 6:00 P.M. Johansen noted at a
previous meeting Pete Sidwell mentioned he will be out of town and will be unable to
attend.
ADJOURN:
Meeting adjourned at 7:45 P.M.
Minutes submitted by Laura Berardi
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L. Dvkstra X X OlE
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M. Jones X X OlE
P. Sidwell X X OlE
A.Nal!el X X X
P. Jochimsen X OlE X
G. X OlE X
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MINUTES DRAFT
Iowa City Airport Commission
May 1, 2006
Iowa City Airport Terminal-7:30 AM
Members Present: Randy Hartwig, Chair; Greg Farris; Howard Horan; John Staley,
Janelle Rettig
Members Absent:
Staff Present: Sue Dulek, Michael Tharp
Others Present: Eryka Driscoll
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: None.
DETERMINE QUORUM:
Chairperson Hartwig called the meeting to order at 7:32 AM.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
A. Grading- Plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate on cost for the
construction of "Phase 2 Project" within the Runway 7/25 extension project to
grade the area for runway extension. Hartwig opened the public hearing on Plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate on cost for the construction of "Phase
2 Project" within the Runway 7/25 extension project to grade the area for runway
extension. No public comment was received and the public hearing was closed.
B. Resolution- Rettig moved the resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate on cost for the construction of "Phase 2 Project" within the
Runway 7/25 extension project to grade the area for runway extension,
establishing amount of bid, directing the City Clerk to publish advertisement for
bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. Farris seconded the motion.
Resolution No. A06-07 passed 5-0 roll call vote.
ADJOURN: Meeting adjourned at 7:45 A.M.
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Randy Hartwig 3/1/09 X X X X X
Greg Farris 3i1/07 0 X X X X
John Staley 3/1/10 X X X X X
Howard Horan 3/1/08 X X X X X
Janelle Rettig 3i1i12 --- --- X X X
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City of Iowa City Parks & Recreation Commission I DRAFT I
April 12,2006 - 5:00 P.M.
Recreation Center Meeting Room B
CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 5:00 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Craig Gustaveson, Margaret Loomer, Ryan O'Leary, Jerry Raaz, Phil
Reisetter, John Watson, John Westefeld
MEMBERS ABSENT: Judith Klink, Matt Pacha
STAFF PRESENT: Terry Trueblood, Terry Robinson
OTHERS PRESENT: Del Holland
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
Moved bv Reisetter to approve all of the PIN l!rant proposals with the exception of the
Melrose Neil!hborhood Association application on which the Commission will make a
separate vote. O'Leary seconded a motion to approve applications from Oak Grove
Neil!hborhood association. Washinl!ton Hills Neil!hborhood Association. Collel!e Green
Neil!hborhood Association and the Wetherbv Friends and Neil!hbors. Unanimous.
Moved bv Raaz. seconded bv Loomer to accept the PIN l!rant proposal submitted bv the
Melrose Neil!hborhood Association. Passed 5-2 with 1 opposed (Reisetter) and 1 abstention
(O'Leary).
Moved bv Raaz. seconded bv Reisetter to accept fees in lieu of land for the Schnoebelen
Subdivision. Unanimous.
Moved bv Westefeld. seconded bv Raaz. to accept a combination of Outlot A (2.587 square
feet of land) and fees in lieu of land for the remaininl! 2.367 square feet. Unanimous.
OTHER FORMAL ACTION TAKEN:
Moved bv Westefeld. seconded bv Raaz. to approve the March 8. 2006 minutes as written.
Unanimous.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
No public discussion.
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REVIEW & DISCUSSION OF PIN GRANT PROPOSALS:
Proposals relating to Parks and Recreation were included in the packets sent out to the
Commission members. Trueblood asked for members to review and discuss proposals. Total
requests add up to $18,705 ($25,000 budgeted for this program). Reisetter asked if remainder
can be forwarded to the next year. Trueblood indicated that he believes so, and also stated that
the maximum amount allowed per neighborhood is $5,000.
Terry Robinson reported that the playground equipment has arrived for the Oak Grove Park.
They are requesting additional funds to purchase a tire swing to complete the playground.
Reisetter voiced his concern regarding a request from the Melrose Neighborhood Association for
$1,300 for a Brookland Park Renovation Celebration, feeling that this neighborhood may not be
as financially needy as others. Reisetter asked if the Parks and Recreation Commission had the
power to veto a request. Trueblood stated that the procedure is for them to review and comment.
These comments are forwarded to Marcia Klingaman in the Planning Department who then
follows up with the Neighborhood Council and then City Council. Trueblood does not believe
that the income of the residents is always a factor in the approval process. Raaz commented that
he would like to see the neighborhoods choose local bands for their celebrations. Westefeld
asked Trueblood if the Parks and Recreation staff has any concerns regarding any of these
requests. Trueblood stated that they do not. Gustaveson stated that he understands Reisetter's
concerns, however, he also believes that these celebrations are a great way to get people together
to celebrate and dedicate a new park.
Moved by Reisetter to approve all of the PIN l!rant proposals with the exception of the
Melrose Neil!hborhood Association application on which the Commission with make a
separate vote. O'Learv seconded a motion to approve applications from Oak Grove
Neil!hborhood association. Washinl!ton Hills Neil!hborhood Association, Collel!e Green
Neil!hborhood Association and the Wetherbv Friends and Neil!hbors. Unanimous.
Moved by Raaz, seconded by Loomer to accept the PIN l!rant proposal submitted bv the
Melrose Neil!hborhood Association. Passed 5-2 with 1 opposed (Reisetter) and 1 abstention
(O'Learv).
NEIGHORHOOD OPEN SPACE ITEMS:
Schnoebelen Subdivision: This is a 4-lot single family residential subdivision on approximately
2.61 acres of land located at Hummingbird Lane, south of Lower West Branch Rd. Trueblood
noted that this is a small subdivision requiring only 1/20 of 1 acre for park dedication; therefore,
staff recommends fees in lieu of land for this subdivision.
Moved by Raaz. seconded by Reisetter to accept fees in lieu of land for the Schnoebelen
Subdivision. Unanimous.
Hollywood Manor - Part 9: This is a proposed subdivision containing 12 single family home
lots located east of Wetherby Park. This subdivision is approximately 4.84 acres; therefore, the
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open space required is 4,954 square feet. The developer has proposed to dedicate Outlot A to
provide trail access to the park from Wetherby Drive. This outlot is approximately 2,587 square
feet, leaving 2,367 square feet of open space requirement or pay fees in lieu of.
Moved bv Westefeld. seconded bv Raaz. to accent a combination of Outlot A (2,587 SQnare
feet of land) and fees in lieu of land for the remaininl! 2.367 SQuare feet. Unanimous.
UPDATE ON ANGEL OF HOPE:
The Angel of Hope statue will be installed prior to April 23. Invitations have been sent to
Commission Members to attend the "Angel of Hope" dedication scheduled for Sunday, April 23
at 4 p.m. in City Park. Richard Paul Evans, the author of "The Christmas Box," the book in
which he introduces the Angel Statue, will be in attendance as well.
REPORT OF CITY PARK CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION:
Trueblood distributed notes and tentative schedule of events for the City Park Centennial
Celebration to the Commission. He noted that June 10 has been designated as "Family Fun
Day." Commission members are encouraged to keep this day open as they may be asked to be
involved in the dedication and the overall program.
PROJECT PLANS AND UPDATES:
Trueblood updated Commission on several projects.
Citv Park LOl! Cabins: The quotes for restoration of the smaller cabin remains high ($20,000-
$25,000). Future plans for this project are pending.
Soccer Complex: The city has accepted a bid for construction of softball diamonds (practice
fields only) at the soccer park. This project will start soon and staff hopes to have them available
by this fall.
Plavground Equipment: As mentioned by Terry Robinson, the playground equipment for Oak
Grove Park has arrived and will be installed soon.
Napoleon Park Ball Field Improvements: The ball field light structures have arrived and will be
installed by the beginning of the Girls Softball season. This will make for a total of six lighted
softball fields at Napoleon Park. The concession building improvements are also underway.
Robinson noted that a batting cage will be added behind field #5.
Dog Park: The fence construction is in progress. Robinson noted his concern regarding
sandburs. Parks staff cannot spray this area with any chemicals due to the close proximity of the
water wells. Therefore, it will take a considerable period of time to get them under control with
the growth of grass and frequent mowing.
Bovs Baseball Proiect: This project is not complete but progress is being made. The baseball
season starts May 15 and Trueblood stated the building will be done by then.
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Recreation Window and Building Enhancement Proiect: Trueblood stated that the word "SWIM"
will be placed over the pool windows. He had a sample for Commission to see. They are metal
covers that allow light through. This project will start early this summer.
Citv Park Pool: Trueblood showed plans to Commission for new fencing project in City Park.
This fencing will allow more green space at the swimming pool. This will be done before the
start of the 2006 season.
Disc Golf: Trueblood met with Jeff Harper, course designer. They want to open the course by
June. Donations are steadily coming in. Trueblood stated he still has concerns regarding
parking.
Sandlake Recreation: The City has signed a contract for a consultant to go ahead with conceptual
plans for this area.
Sand Prairie Area: Robinson reported that ParkslForestry staff will be removing trees in this area
located across from Napoleon Park.
Riverside Festival Stage Proiect: The contract for this project should be finalized soon. It
includes new restrooms, a shelter and a sidewalk. It likely won't be completed until next fall.
Court Hill Trail: Initial planning will take place in the next month or so.
Brookland Park: Consultant has been hired and will be meeting with the Neighborhood
Association in early May.
Soccer Park Public Art: The "Just For Kids" sculpture has been installed at the soccer park.
COMMISION TIME/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Raaz mentioned that in the Sunday DesMoines register there was a survey asking readers what
they like to do. Raaz noted the top ten items and also sent around a copy for Commission
review.
Raaz asked that the Master Plan be listed as an agenda item at our next meeting.
Raaz asked about access to Peninsula Park via Taft Speedway. Trueblood noted that the Elks
Club has indicated no interest in selling any property to allow a trail to gain access to the park.
Raaz noted a recent article in the newspaper stating that Iowa City was working on creating
wireless networking throughout the city. He asked about the possibility of having network
connections in the City Parks. Trueblood noted that the Planning Department is in charge of this
and perhaps would be a good future agenda item.
Watson commented and complimented the surface material that was used under the playground
equipment near the Iowa City Library.
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Watson passed out a copy of the Iowa City School Districts policy on distributing materials
through the schools. He suggested that this be an item on a future agenda and perhaps we should
invite a member ofthe school board to attend that meeting.
Loomer mentioned a letter to the editor regarding homeless people sleeping in the parks. She
asked what the procedure was for this type of situation. Trueblood noted that it is the Parks and
Recreation staffs' role to contact the Iowa City Police Department, when this occurs, especially
if it is causing a problem.
CHAIR'S REPORT:
No report.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Avenue of the Flags: Trueblood stated that for the Memorial Day season, Oakland Cemetery
will begin a new tradition known as the "Avenue of Flags". These flags will be 5' x 9.5', and
flown on 20 ft. poles placed at intervals along the cemetery's central roads. Each pole will
include a small engraved "memorial tag" stating the name of the donor or person to be
memorialized. Anyone wishing to contribute a memorial flag and pole may do so by sending a
check in the amount of $200 to the Oakland Cemetery with the name of the person to be
memorialized and a phone number where the donor can be reached.
Coralville Softball Complex: Trueblood attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the future
Coralville softball complex located south ofInterstate 80. He commented that this is going to be
a very nice facility.
Bovs Baseball: Howard Villhauer asked if Parks and Recreation Staff could take care of ordering
the partitions for the restrooms. They have been ordered, and Parks staff will install them.
Miscellaneous Information: Trueblood updated Commission Members on Marilyn Kriz'
condition. Recreation Staff have been taking meals to their home. While her health is failing,
Marilyn remains in good spirits.
Tammy Neumann announced that the Farmers Market Advertising Committee is in the process
of putting together a cookbook with Parks and Recreation Staff that will be dedicated to Marilyn.
A portion of the proceeds from this will go to A.L.S. research. Commission Members are also
invited to participate.
Trueblood noted that Jerome Whittington, a Recreation Center temporary employee, passed
away this week from a sudden heart attack.
ADJOURNMENT:
Moved bv Raaz. seconded bv Reisetter to adiourn. Unanimous. The meeting was adjourned
at 6:45 p.m.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2006
TERM
NAME EXPIRES 1/11 2/8 3/8 4/12 5/10 6/7 7/12 8/9 9/13 10111 1118 12/13
Craig
Gustaveson 1/1/07 X X X X
Judith
Klink 111107 OlE X X OlE
Margaret
Loomer 111108 X X X X
Ryan
O'Learv 111110 X X X X
Matt
Pacha 11 1109 X X X OlE
Jerry
Raaz 111108 X X X X
Phil
Reisetter 1/1/09 OlE X OlE X
John 111107
Watson X OlE X X
John
Westefe1d 111110 X X X X
KEY: X= Present
0= Absent
OlE = AbsentfExcused
NM = No meeting
LQ= No meeting due to lack of quorum
--- - Not a Member