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From: Valde, Katherine J <katherine- valde @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, September 25, 2013 4:46 PM
To: Marian Karr
Subject: FW: Vice City Council Liaison
The University of Iowa Student Government is pleased to recommend Kasra Zarei to serve as the Vice City Council Liaison
for the 2013 -2014 academic year. Kasra is a freshman at the University of Iowa from Coralville, Iowa. UISG looks forward
to continuing to work together with the City of Iowa City through both the City and Vice City Council Liaison positions and
is happy to have open and numerous channels of communication between the two governing bodies.
Thanks!
Katherine
President IITSG
ney portion of the structure shall be reinnforced in accordance
with Section 2113.
2112.5 _MMsonry heater clearance. Combustible materials
shall not be placed within 36 inches (765 mm) of the outside
surface of a masonry heater in accordance with NFFA 211,
Section 8 -7 (clearances for solid fuel- burning appliances), and
the required space between the heater and combustible material
shall be fully vented to permit the free flow of air around all
heater surfaces.
Exceptions:
1. When the masonry heater wall thickness is at least 8
inches (203 mm) thick of solid masonry and the wall
thickness of the heat exchange channels is at least 5
inches (127 mm) thick of solid masonry, combustible
materials shall not he placed within 4 inches (102
mm) of the outside surface of a masonry heater. A
clearance of at least 8 inches (203 mm) shall be pro-
vided between the gas -tight cappin--) slab of the heater
and a combustible ceiling,
2. Masonry heaters listed and labeled in accordance
with UL 1482 and installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
SECT'CjM 2113
2113.1 Definition. A masonry chimney is a chimney con-
structed of concrete or masonry, hereinafter referred to as
"masonry ." Masonry chimneys shall be constructed, anchored,
supported and reinforced as required in this chapter.
2113.2 Footings and foundations. Footings for masonry
chimneys shall be constructed of concrete or solid masonry at
least 12 inches (305 mm) thick and shall extend at least 5 inches
(152 mm) beyond the face of the foundation or support wall on
all sides. Footings shall be founded on natural undisturbed
earthorengineered fill below frost depth. In areas not subjected
to freezing, footings shall
Finished grade. be at least L m
inches (305 m) below
2113.3 Seismic reiarfor-cing, Masonry or concrete chimneys
shall be constructed, anchored, supported and reinforced as
required in this chapter. In Seismic Design Category C or D.
masonry and concrete chimneys shall be reinforced and
anchored as detailed in Sections 2113.3.1, 211.3.32 and
2113.4• In Seismic Design Category A or B. reinforcement and
E�mre anchorage is not required. In Seismic Design Category
or V, masonry and concrete chimneys shall be reinforced in
accordance with
2lpg the requirements of Sections 2101 through
1113.3 ,1 vertical reffiforcin For chimneys up to 40
hes
(10 16 mm) wide
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each additional 40 inches (1016 mm) in width or fraction
thereof.
2113.3,2 1-30:rivon1tal reinforcing. Vertical reinforcement
shall be placed enclosed within '/, -inch (6A mrn) ties, or
other reinforcing o_ equivalent net cross- seciional area,
spaced not to exceed 18 inches (457 mm) o.c. in concrete, or
placed in the bed joints of unit masonry, at a minimum of
every 18 inches (457 mm) of vertical height. Two such ties
shall be provided at each bend in the vertical bars.
2113.=1 Seismic anchorage. �iNlasonry and concrete chimneys
and foundations in Seismic Design Category_ C or D shall be
anchored at each floor, ceiling or roof line more than b feet
(1829 mm) above grade, except where constructed completely
within the exterior ycalls. Anchorage shall conform to one fo1
lowing requirements.
2113,3.1 Anchorage, Two 3/16 -inch by 1-inch (4.8 mm by
25 mm) straps shall be embedded a minimum of 12 inches
(305 mm) into the chimney. Straps shall be hooked around
the outer bars and extend b inches (152 mm) beyond the
bend. Each strap shall be fastened to a minimum of four
floor joists With two ' /,.-inch (12.7 mm) bolts.
2113,3 Corbeling, Masonry chimneys shall not be corbeled
more than half of the chi mney's wall thickness from a wall or
foundation, nor shall a chimney be corbeled from a wall or
foundation that is less than t2 inches (305 mm) in thickness
unless it projects equally on each side of the wall, except that on
the second story of a two -story dwelling, corbeling of chim-
neys on the exterior of The enclosing walls is permitted to equal
the wall thickness, Tile projection of a single course shall not
exceed one -half the unit height or one -third of the unit bed
depth, whichever is less,
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21116 Changes in dimension. The chirmev wal r chin ney
flue lining shall not change in size or , wit o' in-
(152 run)) above or beloyv where the ch� pas s thrcae--+-r
floor components, ceiling components oo coQonen'
2113.7 Dffsets. Where a masonry chimn on,s4cted
a fir clay floc liner surrounded by one w, f t sorry
ma:c_imum offset shall be such that the c linipf the )
above the offset does not extend'neyond t1' center the chim-
ney wall below the offset, Where the chimney o�et is sup-
ported by masonry below the offset in an approved manner, the
maximum offset limitations shall not apply. Each individual
corbeled masonry course of the offset sha11 not exceed the pro-
jection limit Lions specified in Section 211.3.5.
21133 Additional 1o2rL Chimneys shall not support loads
other than their own weight unless they are designed and con-
structed to support the additional load. Masonry chimneys are
permitted to be constructed as part of the masonry wails or con-
crete walls of the building.
2113.9 Terrnination. Chimneys shall extend at least 2 feet
('010 mm) higher than any portion of the building within 10 fect
(3048 mm), but -shall not be less than 3 feet (914 mm) above the
highest point where the chimney passes through the roof.
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2113.9.1 Spam arrestors. Where a spark arrestor is
installed on a masonry chimney. the spark arrestor shall
meet all of the following requirem nts
1. The net free area of the arrestor shall not be less than
four times the net free area of the outlet of the chim-
ney flue it serves.
2. The arrestor screen shall have heat and corrosion
resistance equivalent to 19 -gage galvanized steel or
24 ,-age stainless steel.
3. Openings shall not permit the passage of spheres hav-
ing a diameter greater than V inch (13 mm) nor block
the passage of spheres having a diameter less than '/s
inch (11 mm).
4 The spark arrestor shall be accessible for cleaning and
the screen or chimney cap shall be removable to allow
for cleanine of the chimney flue.
2113.1(1 Wa11 thickness. Ntasom-y chimney walls shall be con-
structed of concrete. solid masonry units or hollow masonry
units grouted solid with not less than 4 inches (102 mm) nomi-
nal thickness.
2113.10.1 Masonry veneer chimneys. Where masonry is
used as veneer for a framed chimney, through flashing and
weep holes shall be provided as required by Chapter 14.
2113.11 Fine lining (material). Masonry chimneys shall be
lined. The lining material shall be appropriate for the type of
appliance connected. according to the terms of the appliance
listing and the manufacturer's instructions.
2113.11.1 Residential -type appliances (general). Flue
lining systems shall comply with one of the following:
h Clay uLre lining coniplVing wiih il-IC i-cquuemen tt, of
ASTNI C 315.
2. Listed chimney lining systems complying with UL
1777.
3. Factory -built chimneys or chimney units listed for
installation within masonry chirnneys.
4. Other approved materials that will resist corrosion,
erosion, softening or cracking from flue gases and
condensate at temperatures up to 1,800 °F (982 °C).
2113.11.1.1 Flue Linings for specific appliances. Flue
lininus other than those covered in Section 2113.11.1
intended for use with specific appliances shall comply
)P. 2113.11.1.2 through 2113.1 1.1.4 and Sec -
tions.2113.11:!:�_and 2113.11.3.
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L.J211=1.11-�Ra pptiances. Flue lining systems for gas
appltUce�be in accordance with the International
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21 1 571.1 � et fuel- hurning appliances. Flue lining
and t s� for use in masonry chimneys with pel-
let ftW burnt appliances shall be limited to flue lining
syst!'s corfl fMng with Section 2113.11.1 and pellet
venL4'�sted for installation within masonry chimneys
(see Section 2 113. 1 1.1 S for markina).
2113.II.1.4 OUI -Bred appliances approved for use
%vith L- sent. Flue fining and vent systems for use in
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masonry chimne �s
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for use with Type L vent shall be limited ;
Systems complying with Section 2113 to h� ,
chimney liners con ] in 11.1'
P Y with UL 641G
2113.11.1.5 for marking).
2113.11.1.5 Notice of usage. When a ` � t
a material not complying fluersreltnedp
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chimney shall be plainly and permanently identifie'db
label attached to a wall, ceiling or other cons pi
location adjacent to where the connector enters the chin,.
ney. The label shall include the following message
equivalent language: "This chimney is for use only with or
(type or category of appliance) that burns_ (type of fuel)
Do not connect other types of appliances."
2113.11.2 Concrete and masonry chimneys for medium.
heat appliances.
2113.11.2.1 General. Concrete and masonry chimneys
for medium -heat appliances shall comply with Sections
2113.1 through 2113.5.
2113.11.2.2 Construction. Chimneys for medium -heat
appli anew shall be constructed of solid masonry units or
of concrete with walls a minimum of 8 inches (203 mm)
thick, or with stone masonry a minimum of 12 inches
(305 mm) thick.
2113.11.2.3 Lining. Concrete and masonry chimneys
shall be lined with an approved medium -duty refractory
brick a minimum of 41/, inches (114 mm) thick laid on
the 41/, -inch bed (114 mm) in an approved medium -
duty refractory mortar. The lining shall start 2 feet (610
min) or more below the lowest chimney connector
Chirnncvs for inating 25 feet (7620 mm) or
less above a chimney connector entrance shall be lined
to the top.
2113.11.2.4- Multiple passageway. Concrete and
masonry chimneys containing more than one passage-
way shall have the liners separated by a minimum
i 4- inch - thick (102 mm) concrete or solid masonry wall.
2113.11.2.5 Termination height. Concrete and
masonry chirnneys for medium -heat appliances shall
extend a minimum of 10 feet (3048 min) higher than any
portion of any building within 25 feet (7620 mm).
2113.11.2.E Clearance. A minimum clearance of 4
inches (102 mm) shall be provided between the exterior
surfaces of a concrete or masonry chimney for
medium -heat appliances and combustible material.
2113.11.3 Concrete and masonry chimneys for
high -heat appliances.
2113.11.3.1 General. Concrete and masonry chimneys
for high -heat appliances shall comply with Sections
2113.1 through 2113.5.
2113.11.3.2 Construction. Chimneys for high -heat
appliances shall be constructed with double walls of
solid masonry- units or or concrete. each wall to be a mini-
mum of 8 inches (203 nnm) thick with a minimum air-
space o") inches (51 nnn) between the walls.
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Marian Karr
From:
Tim Hennes
Sent:
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 2:59 PM
To:
'kmhenders @hotmail.com'
Cc:
Marian Karr
Subject:
Concern
Kathleen,
I received your email about smoke from barbeque places and need additional information from you in order to
responded to your concerns.
Please call me at 319 - 356 -5122 to discuss this issue.
Tim Hennes
Senior Building Inspector I City of Iowa City, IA
319.356.5122 1 tim- hennes @iowa- city.org
Sept 17,2013
To whom is charge of the Racist SENIOR CENTER.
Again I am face wit more RACISM in the senior center.Now iam being told that I
Cannot put my towel on my locker door by the J * * * -A ** janitor .I cannot put my own
locks on my locker and that he has a right to cut them off.He said there is CODE OF
CONDUCT to be Followed that said I had to use there locks and I could not put my
towels out to dry. I told him he was a RACIST and he told me I was MARTYR I did not
know that.
It is "OK" for a white women name IRENE BOWER to have her racist friends attack me
Physically over cookie crums but I was given a warning for bad language like "FAT"
Something. I am in the senior because I am "HOME- LESS" As soon as the pay me for
my $4.5 million dollar I will have my FORTY ACRE'S and my Mule And be gone.
THE PLACE MAKE THINK OF BEING DEAD..
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From: Beverly Blasingame <bjblasing @gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 10:50 AM
To: Council
Subject: Mall Ordinance
This email is sent to thank you for passing a new ordinance that limits loitering in the Ped Mall. The Ped Mall, as a public
space, ought to be a welcoming place for everyone. A few people, by staking a claim at the Ped Mall, have turned public
property into a private gathering place that excludes most of Iowa City's diverse population.
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From: Brian Flanagan <wordsmyth1 @gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 5:30 PM
To: Council
To the Mayor and City Council:
Hearty thanks and commendations to you and all concerned on the cityscape
designs.
The work on view at the Sheraton struck me as beautiful, intelligent, and
respectful of our heritage.
There were also a lot of happy faces there.
Good for you! Good for us!
Best wishes,
Brian Flanagan
Writing ( Editing I Research
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From: Wendy Ford
Sent: Wednesday, September 25, 2013 12:26 PM
To: 'Steven Cooper'; Council
Subject: RE: Towncrest Area Redevelopment
Dear Mr. Cooper,
Thank you for your email and continued interest in the Towncrest area. We appreciate your interest and hope that we
can work together with you and other business stakeholders as we continue to focus on public and private
improvements in the area. As you have noted, Towncrest urban renewal is still a work in progress. The role of the City is
to set the stage for reinvestment by creating a plan and incenting the private sector to participate. As a result of the
plans and incentives some good things have begun to happen.
You note that incentives offered by the City are not attracting new business investment. In fact, the new medical office
building at the corner of Muscatine and William Street, directly across from your business, represents a private
investment of more than $5.2 million and will increase the tax base by more than $1.3 million. This project, which
includes financial support from the City, has also leveraged a direct City investment of $600,000 in adjacent public
infrastructure and streetscape improvements that are currently under construction.
You also noted that two long -time Towncrest businesses were moving into the new building and shared your opinion
that that isn't positive because it simply moves existing business around. We think this move was critical, because those
businesses were actively seeking new locations outside of Towncrest and now they have committed to staying in
Towncrest's first new medical office building since 1973. Had it not been for the developer's willingness to take on the
risk of building a new building in an area of decline, and the City's participation with Catalyst Project Gap funds, those
businesses may very well have relocated outside of Towncrest. To our knowledge, there remains leasable space in one
of the new buildings and we are hopefully that the developer will find success in bringing in a new tenant shortly after
the building is completed. The City has also acquired property at the corner of First Avenue and Muscatine and is
actively marketing that property for new business investment.
Finally, you cite that the criteria to qualify for City incentives are too narrowly focused on new buildings and aesthetic
improvements and that there are no City incentives for paying for building upgrades and maintenance, such as those
your business has undertaken. The City has designed two programs for financial assistance. One, the Catalyst Project
Gap Financing Loan program, is for large new building projects as noted above; and the other, a Facade Renovation
Program, is designed to help property owners with aesthetic changes to their properties. The fagade renovation
program was geared to property owners who wanted to participate in the neighborhood "facelift" aspects of Towncrest
without having to build a new building. With these two programs we feel we have made a good start in transforming
Towncrest.
In your message you have several ideas for improving the Towncrest urban renewal program. The City Council Economic
Development Committee periodically revisits adopted goals and strategies and we plan to review Towncrest initiatives
with them over the next few months. We will bring your suggestions to their attention at that time. I will inform you of
the first meeting at which the goals and strategies for the Towncrest Urban Renewal Area will be discussed.
You will see the First Avenue railroad grade separation project get started next year when the Lower Muscatine Road
project is completed. The complexity of the First Avenue project will require the bulk of the construction to take place in
2015 and 2016.
Please know that we are very appreciative of the investment you and your partners have made in your building. The City
remains committed to the Towncrest Area and hope to work with you and the many other stakeholders to continue to
improve the look and function of the area. I would be happy to meet in person and discuss these issues in more detail.
Please feel free to contact me anytime.
Sincerely,
Wendy Ford
Economic Development Coordinator
From: Steven Cooper [ mailto :steven.cooper @towncrestim.com]
Sent: Friday, September 20, 2013 9:38 AM
To: Council; Wendy Ford
Subject: Towncrest Area Redevelopment
Dear Ms. Ford and Iowa City Council Members:
I suppose that we are some five years since the Towncrest merchants and area residents began meeting with city
planners and consultants to consider redevelopment of the Towncrest Area. Since that time there has been a couple of
things have happened or are in process:
1) A truly horrendous redesign of the fagade at the Iowa City Free Medical Clinic
2) Two established Towncrest Businesses (Towncrest Dental and Eye Associates) are moving from one location in
Towncrest to another.
My point is that the incentives so far are not attracting any new business, furthermore, the incentives not broad enough
in scope to help those businesses who own property here make substantial changes. I can only use this business as an
example, but since January 1, 2011 we have spent approximately $80, 000 on various projects to keep our property
attractive and functional including:
1) Re- design and improvement of our front entrance to improve general patient access and handicap patient access.
2) Re- design and replacement of all exterior signage
3) Re- painting of the exterior building window and roof skirting
4) Re- surfacing of the lower level garage area and some parking lot sections
I'm now looking at a $50,000 lower level renovation to attract a much needed female internist to our group, and again,
this does not qualify for redevelopment funds. I assume my experience in not qualifying for funds is similar to the other
property owners or tenants in this area.
What I would urge the City Council to consider if they want to keep flagship tenants to stay in the Towncrest Area is to:
1) Broaden the scope of renovation projects included in the approved incentive programs.
2) Abandon the goofy looking facades approved in the original master plan. This is a blue collar; lower middle class;
ethnically diverse neighborhood, not suited to the downtown "Moenesque" designs. We need a Pancheros and a car
wash — not a sushi restaurant and a boutique.
3) Consider appropriating funds to purchase vacated land and property to tear down and make that available for re-
development. Those properties owned by Towncrest Investments are a lost cause — the owner has no money or vision
to make needed maintenance, much less improvement. Additionally, owners like Towncrest Internal Medicine and
possibly US bank are trapped in our existing facilities because the property values (real — not assessed) have fallen below
the outstanding mortgages.
4) Figure out how to improve access to the area from other parts of the city. The railroad tracks to the south cause
patients and staff daily frustration in getting anywhere south. The traffic on 1st avenue by Hoover, City High, and Regina
several times of the day is impassable.
Those are just a few suggestions that I hope will ignite some meaningful dialogue to improve the entire Towncrest
community.
Sincerely
Steven M. Cooper
Administrator
Towncrest Internal Medicine
319 - 338 -7862
steven.cooper @towncrestim.com
Marian Karr 2f(6)
From: Geoff Fruin
Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2013 3:40 PM
To: 'Peter Evans'; Council
Subject: RE: Use of Public Parks as Construction Staging Areas
Attachments: 2012 -04 -03 Resolution.pdf; 2012 -04 -03 Council minutes.pdf; Park @201- AgreemntTemp Use
of PROW.PDF; Itr to city council re chauncey park from commission (01487548- 3).pdf; july
2013 Itr p &R COMM.PDF
Mr. Evans,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the construction staging for the Park at 201 and the Chauncey development
projects. The Park at 201 development, 114 S. Dubuque on the Pedestrian Mall, has received all necessary city
approvals and is currently under construction. The developer was granted a standard temporary use of right of way
agreement for the staging area. This agreement was one part of a negotiated comprehensive development agreement
that details the responsibilities of each party. In this particular case there was no charge to the developer specific to the
temporary use of right of way agreement. The development agreement outlines various other responsibilities of each
party, including provisions related to minimum improvements required by the developer and the resulting minimum
assessment for tax purposes, the restoration of the public space and payment to the city for the permanent transfer of
air rights. Per your request, I have attached the City Council approved resolution, agreement and meeting minutes. I
have also attached a copy of the temporary use of right of way agreement executed by the City and the developer.
Iowa City's Parks and Recreation Commission is an advisory board to the City Council. It is not a separate governmental
entity. The website link below describes the role and authority of the Commission.
http: / /www.iowa- city.org /icgov /apps /boa rds /members.asp ?id =19
Questions three and four in your email pertain to the development of city owned property at the corner of College and
Gilbert streets in Iowa City. The parcel is directly adjacent to Chauncey Swan Park. This project has not received the
necessary approvals to proceed. City staff is actively negotiating a comprehensive development agreement that will
include provisions related to staging areas, closures of public ways, restoration of public land, fees and compensation
and numerous other aspects of the project. This agreement will presumably be presented to the City Council at a later
date for their consideration. As the development agreement is currently in active negotiations, I cannot comment on
what any specific provision may include. I have attached, however, a letter from City staff to the Parks and Recreation
Commission that addresses the Commission's questions concerning the use of the park as a staging area during
construction and post- construction development of the Park.
If you wish to access information on these projects or others that may be of interest, please feel free to contact the City
Clerk's Office. Thank you for your interest in our community and best of luck with your research.
Best,
Geoff Fruin
Assistant to the City Manager I City of Iowa City, Iowa
P: 319.356.5013
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From: Peter Evans [ mailto:evanspeter623 @gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, September 23, 2013 2:37 PM
To: Council
Subject: Use of Public Parks as Construction Staging Areas
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Hello City Council Members:
In my field of architecture one area of my targeted study is the analysis of construction of highrise
developments in urban areas. I understand from my research that your city is one of the very few in the country
I have found that has allowed public park space to be "loaned out" during the construction of adjacent or nearby
high rises. I understand that one of these buildings currently under construction is in your pedestrian plaza area
with no regular street access. I have also learned that another project is in the planning stage that does front on
two streets, one a four -lane street.
Could either your staff or other municipal staff answer the following questions:
1. For the high rise building on the pedestrian plaza, how much money did the developer pay the city for the
use of the public space during what I imagine is a multi -year construction project? Much as there are fees for
sidewalk cafes, use of parking spaces, etc., please state the fee charged for the use of the public park space to
compensate the city and its citizens for lack of access?
2. Does your city have a park district form of governance which controls the use of public parks, such as exists
in Minnesota? Does the Parks Commission in Iowa City have ultimate authority over the use of parks or,
rather, is it a board or committee with weaker powers, such as advisory only? Does the City Council control the
use of city parks?
3. I read your Parks & Recreation Commission minutes which stated that a farmer's market park, nearby but not
directly adjoining, will be unavailable to the public and in essence, completely destroyed, during the
construction of the second high rise building fronting on public streets. Again, may I have the fee to be charged
to the developer for the use of this second park during the perhaps 2 or so years during that upcoming
construction period? Besides the rental fee, will the developer be responsible for not only returning the park to
its original condition, but also pay for the enhancements which I read about in your minutes, such as an
amphitheatre? Were such enhancements already planned or did they originate because the park will be
destroyed during its use as a staging area? If the latter, will the taxpayers be paying for the enhancements
through bonds or parks levies or will the developer? If the park enhancement plans were already included in a
master plan prior to discussions of its use as a staging area, could you direct me to where it is included in said
master plan on your website?
4. In regard to the park in 43 above which does front on intersecting streets, was there discussion of other
alternative options such as the developer renting vacant land outside of the urban area for construction staging
and use that in conjunction with street lane /sidewalk closures. These are the methods most cities use
to accommodate high rise construction. As you know, having such a convenient staging area nearby saves the
developer many thousands of dollars, compared to having to rent their own area and coordinate the on -time
delivery of supplies as needed. It also reduces the construction time, also benefitting the developer and
builder. Could you or your staff briefly summarize the deliberative process used to determine that a public park
was the best option for staging high rise construction for this second building, when two adjacent streets, one a
four -lane street, was available?
Thank you so much for the requested information. If there are Council minutes and resolutions which contain
more details on this subject, I would appreciate being directed to them. During my search I found no resolutions
which legislated the use of these parks as construction staging areas, but perhaps I was not searching
correctly. Thanks again.
Peter Evans
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR JOHNSON COUNTY
Hate Crime acts (249 -42 U.S.C.A 3716
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Case No.: C
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SKID -ROW in Los Angeles
walk up to me and begain to berate me and
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On his bus Reach under hi-s shirt like he had a Weapon.I inten to cotact Iowa
City police and get a citizen arrest or them or contact "justice department
In Washington,D.C.and the "F.B.I. in Omaha,Ne. It is Legal for me to have a
weapon or any kind. Will Fax today to 202 -307 6777. I don't want think I am
in the "SLUMS" of Los Angeles,Ca. where this is Common.
Sept 23,20
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Honorable Council,
On Thursday, September 19th the RFP for a Solid Waste Management Services came to a
close. What the results of this request are has yet to be announced. However, the future of solid
waste management and disposal is still a large issue that warrants a serious conversation by the
Council. I believe recycling alternatives for Iowa City need to be examined once again.
My main focus is that of my constituents, many of which are currently residing in low to
high density multifamily residences. As of now the City provides waste and recycling
management services to single family (low to high density) residents. However, it is not
provided to multifamily housing residents', of whom produce far more waste than any single
family residence. While landlords are required to provide waste management for their residents,
they are not required to provide recycling services.
What is happening now is that many of the multifamily `trash only' waste containers
serve two purposes: for trash and recyclables. A lack of recycling alternatives for multifamily
residences causes waste containers to fill up more quickly, requires more waste pickups, and
buries hundreds of pounds of recyclables in our landfill every year.
The reality of multifamily recycling is that it is non - existent and considered impractical
by many landlords. While these hurdles are present, the fact is that recycling alternatives in
multifamily residences would benefit all players in the long run. If you have not already, I
encourage you to read through the "Apartment & Condominium Recycling: Best Practices
Manual"" organized by our own recycling coordinator Jeri Jordan. This manual provides
humbling information on the dire recycling situation we have in our multifamily neighborhoods.
The results of the Apartment & Condominium recycling pilot program that ended last year,
demonstrated that recycling alternatives provided to high density residences not only paid for
itself in the long term but also increased recycling awareness, lessened the burden on waste
loads, and created positive sum profitability for both landlords and waste management service
providers.
In the next few months UISG will be campaigning to encourage students to contact their
landlords and request recycling alternatives at their residences. This campaign will encourage
general recycling practices and also generate a demand for recycling alternatives off campus. I
have met with University and City recycling administrators, the Executive Council of Graduate
Students and Professionals (ECGPS), Iowa City Downtown District members, and many others
regarding this issue.
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session around this issue. The issue of recycling management has been a burden on this City, but
this can change. We have an opportunity to put Iowa City on the map as a leader in progressive
recycling efforts. We are a city full of great minds, hard workers, and professionals; let us
demonstrate our determination to make recycling a priority in Iowa City.
Sincerely,
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�� a MEMORANDUM
Date: September 16th, 2013
To: City Clerk
From: Darian Nagle -Gamm, Traffic Engineering Planner
Re: Item for October 1St, 2013 City Council meeting; Installation of (1) NO PARKING
CORNER TO HERE sign on the southwest corner of the Westgate Street and
Gilmore Court intersection.
As directed by Title 9, Chapter. 1, Section 3B of the City Code, this is to advise the City Council
of the following action.
Action:
Pursuant to Section 9 -1 -3A (10); Install NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign on the
southwest corner of the Westgate Street and Gilmore Court intersection.
Comment:
This action is being taken to improve visibility at the intersection for drivers entering Westgate
Street from Gilmore Court.
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From:
Adam Bentley
Sent:
Tuesday, October 01, 2013 11:46 AM
To:
'bjblasing @gmail.com'
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Council
Subject:
RE: Homeless
Ms. Blasingame:
Thank you for your email to the Iowa City City Council. There are a number of organizations that offer volunteer
opportunities for those seeking to address homelessness in the area. Many of these organizations do collaborate within
the area to address the issue. I would encourage you to contact the Shelter House of Iowa City to learn more about
what opportunities exist. You can contact the executive director of the Shelter House at crissy @shelterhouseiowa.org
or via phone at 319/338 -5416. You can also visit the Shelter's website at http:// www. sheIterhouseiowa.org /home.aspx.
Please do not hesitate to contact the City if you have additional questions.
Thank you,
Adam Bentley
City Manager's Office
319/356 -5010
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Beverly Blasingame [mailto:bjblasing @gmail.comj
Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2013 9:10 AM
To: Council
Subject: Homeless
Dear Council Members,
Recently, I sent an email to thank you for establishing guidelines that are intended to reduce loitering in the Ped Mall. I
want to follow up on the previous email by adding to the conversation. Laws and ordinances might help reduce
vagrancy in the Ped Mall, but of course, it doesn't solve the problem of extreme poverty, which obviously exists in Iowa
City.
People in business, government and nonprofits, if they could work together toward one aim, to address the issue of
homelessness in Iowa City, have the capacity to help people in ways that will truly make a difference. Does such a task
force exist? If so, sign me up as a volunteer.
Beverly Blasingame
Miller Orchard Neighborhood
Plan of 2009
1. Promote neighborhood identity through
beautification and community.
2. Encourage preservation of the housing stock
by promoting housing rehabilitation programs.
3. Create a safer neighborhood for residents,
pedestrians, and visitors.
4. Advocate for investment in the commercial
district.
5. Investigate options to improve traffic safety.
10/1/2013
can non.
Positive features of neighborhood
• Trail to be installed south of Benton
• Sidewalks within neighborhood and Hwy I
trail
• UniverCity homes in neighborhood
• Benton Hill Park
• Form zoning changes that could provide
more pleasing development
• Designated Riverside Dr. redevelopment
area
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1. Actively create a redevelopment plan
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by promoting housing rehabilitation programs.
3. Create a safer neighborhood for residents,
pedestrians, and visitors.
4. Advocate for investment in the commercial
district.
5. Investigate options to improve traffic safety.
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Positive features of neighborhood
• Trail to be installed south of Benton
• Sidewalks within neighborhood and Hwy 1
trail
• UniverCity homes in neighborhood
• Benton Hill Park
• Form zoning changes that could provide
more pleasing development
• Designated Riverside Dr. redevelopment
area
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in Miller Orchard Neighborhood
(Railroad tracks to Benton St.)
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Daily
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Highest Vehicle Collision
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Main Challenges of
Neighborhood
Safety
Beautification
Investment
In Summary
1. Actively create a redevelopment plan
2. Support the process of proactive planning
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3. Provide financial incentives to developers
4. Take a proactive role in promoting the area to
potential developers