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CITY OF IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org November 7, 2013
IP1 Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
NOVEMBER 12 WORK SESSION
IP2 Work Session Agenda
IP3 Pending Work Session Topics
IP4 Memo from the City Clerk: KXIC Radio Show
MISCELLANEOUS
IP5 Memo from Asst. to the City Manager: Strategic Plan Status Report
IP6 Memo from Budget Management Analyst: 2013 Citizen Survey
IP7 Copies of 28 Letters from UISG Recycling to landlords and apartment associations
requesting recycling services
IP8 Memo form Asst. Transportation Planner: Iowa DOT Statewide Bicycle and Ped Plan
IP9 Memo from MPOJC Assistant Transportation Planner: Park Road / Ferson Avenue
Crosswalk Study
I1310 2013 Downtown District Plant Project Summary
IP11 Copy of letter from Bill Simpson to City: Maintenance of medians and intersections [Staff
response included]
IP12 Building Permit Information —October 2013
IP13 Resume and Job Application Workshop
IP14 Copy of letter from Mediacom: Channel Changes
DRAFT MINUTES
IP15 Historic Preservation Commission: October 10
IP16 Human Rights Commission: October 15
IP17 Planning and Zoning Commission: October 17 (Formal)
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Date
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
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City Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
Subject to change November 7, 2013
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5:00 PM Work Session Meeting
7:00 PM Special Formal Meetin;
Monday, November 25, 2013 1:00 -7:00 Ph Strategic Planning /Work Session
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Saturday, January 4, 2014
Monday, January 6, 2014
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
, January 14, 2014
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Monday, January 27, 2014
5:00 PM Work Session Meeting
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
5:00 PM Work Session Meeting
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Location
Emma J. Harvat Hall
Lodge, Trueblood Rec.
Emma J. Harvat Hall
Emma J. Harvat Hall
8AM -5PM Spec. Formal (Organizational Mtg.) Emma J. Harvat Hall
Special BUDGET Work Session Meeting
1:00- 7:OOPM Special BUDGET Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
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Tuesday, February 4, 2014
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
419 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240 -1826
(319) 3S6.5000
(319) 356.5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
City Council Work Session Agenda
November 12, 2013
5:00 PM
Emma J. Harvat Hall - City Hall
410 E. Washington Street
• Questions from Council re Agenda Items
• Council Appointments [# 11 ]
• Discussion of the Iowa City Main Post Office relocation [# 4d(12) and 4f(4)]
• Riverfront Crossings form -based code presentation by staff
• Information Packet Discussion [October 17, 24, 31 and November 7]
• Council Time
■ Meeting Schedule
■ Pending Work Session Topics [IP # 3 of 11/7 Info Packet]
■ Upcoming Community Events /Council Invitations
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
PENDING CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION TOPICS
November 7, 2013
November 12, 2013
1. Discussion of the Iowa City Main Post Office relocation letter from the USPS
2. Riverfront Crossings form -based code presentation by staff
Pending Topics to be Scheduled
1. Discuss community business attraction and anti - piracy compact
2. Discuss Gilbert/Highland/Kirkwood neighborhood concerns
3. Review the National League of Cities Institute for Youth, Education and Families
report entitled, "City Leadership to Promote Black Male Achievement' (originally
distributed in the 5/16/2013 Information Packet)
4. Discuss sidewalk repair program
5. Discuss recycling opportunities for multi - family housing (UISG letter in 10/1/2013
packet)
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..� �� MEMORANDUM
Date: November 5, 2013
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk h�
Re: KXIC Radio Show
KXIC offers a City show at 9:00 AM every Wednesday morning. In the past Council has
volunteered for dates, and staff filled in as necessary. Please take a look at your calendars and
come prepared to help fill in the schedule at your work session on November 12:
November 13 — Hayek
November 20 —
November 27 — Dobyns
December 4 —
December 11 —
December 18 —
Future commitments:
January 29 - Dobyns
March 19 - Dobyns
April 30 - Dobyns
June 18 - Dobyns
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Date: November 5, 2013
To: Tom Markus, City Manager
From: Geoff Fruin, Assistant to the City Manager
Re: Strategic Plan Status Report
Included in this week's information packet is the 2012 -2013 Strategic Plan Final Report. The
purpose of this report is to provide the reader with information on the strategic planning process
and the City's efforts to achieve the adopted goals. The document also contains an update on
various other significant projects and initiatives from the past two years.
We have reformatted the report to incorporate imagery and make it more concise and readable.
We will plan to use this new format for the periodic status updates that will accompany the new
2014 -2015 strategic plan.
There will be an opportunity to discuss the contents of this report during the November 25th
strategic planning session with the City Council. If the Council desires we can also dedicate time
on a future work session to discuss the report.
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MEMORANDUM
Date:
November 6, 2013
To:
Tom Markus, City Manager
From:
Simon Andrew, Budget Management Analyst
Re:
2013 Citizen Survey
Introduction:
As part of the strategic planning process, the City conducted a citizen survey in August 2013.
The survey tool used was the National Citizen Survey (NCS), administered by the National
Research Center, Inc. in partnership with the International City /County Management Association
(ICMA). This survey instrument is used in ICMA's performance measurement program and is
used in strategic planning processes in communities nationwide. Included in this packet are the
results sections from the final report. The full reports including appendices, benchmark
comparisons, and demographic subgroup comparisons will be posted to the City's website.
History /Background:
This is the second citizen survey conducted in conjunction with the City's strategic planning
process; the first occurred in 2011. The goal is to continue to include surveys in future years'
strategic plan update processes. Survey results are particularly useful when trends are
analyzed over time.
City staff compared six potential vendors to conduct the survey. The criteria by which potential
vendors were evaluated included: cost; a proven, statistically valid survey instrument subjected
to the appropriate level of scientific rigor; the availability of Spanish language translation; a
widely administered survey with comparison results from other jurisdictions; and the option of
including custom questions.
Survey Design:
The survey instrument was largely `turnkey', with the exception of the custom questions drafted
by City staff. Using the survey questions designed by NCS ensured that comparison data with
other jurisdictions were available. Survey questions related to both City services and
community characteristics /quality of life concerns. The custom questions were reviewed by City
staff from a number of departments, vetted by staff in the University of Iowa Social Science
Research Center, and approved by NCS staff. Spanish language translation of the survey
instrument was available to respondents on request.
Survey Administration:
Households randomly selected from utility accounts received three mailings, beginning in
August 2013. Households first received a postcard describing the process, followed by two
mailings that included the survey and postage -paid return envelopes. These mailings were sent
at one week intervals. Data were compiled and analyzed by NCS staff.
Margin of Error
The response rate for the 2013 citizen survey was 43 %; typically response rates for citizen
surveys range between 25% and 40 %. There were 504 completed surveys in total. This
November 6, 2013
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resulted in a margin of error of +/- four percentage points. A 95% confidence interval was used.
For example, if 75% of residents rate a service as "excellent" or "good" one would expect the
"true" value (if every resident responded) to fall between 71 % and 79% in 95 out of every 100
random samples of this many residents.
Survey Results:
Most services and community characteristics were rated on a scale of Excellent — Poor. Results
were statistically weighted to reflect the demographic composition of the entire community.
Data presented in the body of the report does not include "Don't Know" responses. In other
words, the tables and graphs present responses from residents who had an opinion about a
particular item.
Residents generally gave favorable ratings to most government services. Of the thirty -five
services for which comparisons were available, twenty -two were above the benchmark, nine
were similar to the benchmark, and four were below.
Financial Impact:
The cost of all components of the survey, including use of the survey tool, Spanish translations,
mailing, and the reporting /synthesizing of data is approximately $12,650.
Recommendation:
Survey results are intended to help inform the strategic planning process, as Council outlines
the City's priorities for the next planning period. Further, City staff from various departments are
reviewing survey data in an effort to improve service delivery based on resident responses.
Survey results will be used in the City's ongoing efforts to improve organizational efficiency and
customer service.
L--:.
Citizen SurveyTM
CITY OF IOWA CITY, IA
2013
CCIMTERIII. ATIONAL
ESEARCH
2955 Valmont Road, Suite 300
Boulder, CO 80301
www.n- r -c.com • 303 - 4447863
ICE MA
777 North Capitol Street NE, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20002
www.icma.org • 202 - 289 -ICMA
City of Iowa City 12013
CONTENTS
SurveyBackground ............................................................................ ...............................
1
About The National Citizen Survey. M ........................................................... ...............................
1
Understanding the Results ........................................................................... ...............................
3
ExecutiveSummary ........................................................................... ...............................
5
CommunityRatings ............................................................................ ..............................7
OverallCommunity Quality ........................................................................ ...............................
7
CommunityDesign ..................................................................................... ...............................
9
Transportation....................................................................................... ...............................
9
Housing.............................................................................................. ...............................
13
LandUse and Zoning .......................................................................... ...............................
15
EconomicSustainability ............................................................................ ...............................
18
PublicSafety ............................................................................................. ...............................
21
Environmental Sustainability ....................................................................... .............................25
Recreation and Wellness ............................................................................. .............................28
Parks and Recreation ........................................................................... ...............................
28
Culture, Arts and Education ................................................................. ...............................
30
Healthand Wellness ........................................................................... ...............................
32
Community Inclusiveness ......................................................................... ...............................
34
CivicEngagement ..................................................................................... ...............................
36
CivicActivity ....................................................................................... ...............................
36
Information and Awareness ................................................................. ...............................
39
SocialEngagement ................................................................................ .............................40
PublicTrust ................................................................................................. .............................41
City of Iowa City Employees ................................................................. .............................43
FromData to Action .......................................................................... .............................45
ResidentPriorities ....................................................................................... .............................45
City of Iowa City Action Chartl .................................................................. .............................46
UsingYour Action Chartl ..................................................................... .............................48
CustomQuestions ............................................................................. .............................50
Appendix A: Complete Survey Frequencies ...................................... ...............................
53
Frequencies Excluding "Don't Know" Responses ...................................... ...............................
53
Frequencies Including "Don't Know' Responses ......................................... .............................66
Appendix B: Survey Methodology ...................................................... .............................83
Appendix C: Survey Materials .......................................................... ............................... 90
The National Citizen SurveyTM
City of Iowa City 12013
SURVEY B A C K G R O U N D
ABOUT THE NATIONAL CITIZEN SURVEyT°
The National Citizen SurveyTM (The NCS) is a collaborative effort between National Research
Center, Inc. (NRC) and the International City /County Management Association (ICMA). The NCS
was developed by NRC to provide a statistically valid survey of resident opinions about community
and services provided by local government. The survey results may be used by staff, elected
officials and other stakeholders for community planning and resource allocation, program
improvement and policy making.
FIGURE 1: THE NATIONAL CITIZEN SURVEY"' METHODS AND GOALS
Identify community strengths and
weaknesses
Identify service strengths and
weaknesses
Immediate
• Provide useful information for:
• Planning
• Resource allocation
• Performance measurement
• Program and policy
evaluation
• Multi- contact mailed survey
• Representative sample of 1,200 households
504 surveys returned; 43% response rate
• 4% margin of error
• Data statistically weighted to reflect
population
Long -term
• Improved services
• More civic engagement
• Better community quality of life
• Stronger public trust
The NCS focuses on a series of community characteristics and local government services, as well as
issues of public trust. Resident behaviors related to civic engagement in the community also were
measured in the survey.
The National Citizen SurveyTM
FIGURE 2: THE NATIONAL CITIZEN SURVEY"' FOCUS AREAS
COMMUNITY QUALITY
Quality of life
Quality of neighborhood
Place to live
COMMUNITY DESIGN
Transportation
Ease of travel, transit services,
street maintenance
Housing
Housing options, cost,
affordability
Land Use and Zoning
New development, growth,
code enforcement
Economic Sustamability
Employment, shopping and
retail Citv ac a nlace to work
PUBLIC SAFETY
ENVIRONMENTAL
SUSTAI NABI LITY
Cleanliness
Air quality
Preservation of natural areas
Garbage and recycling
services
RECREATION AND
WELLNESS
Parks and Recreation
Recreation opportunities, use
of parks and facilities,
programs and classes
Culture, Arts and Education
Cultural and educational
opportunities, libraries,
schools
Health and Wellness
Availability of food, health
services, social services
City of Iowa City 12013
COMMUNITY
INCLUSIVENESS
Sense of community
Racial and cultural acceptance
Senior, youth and low- income
services
............ ...............................
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Civic Activity
Volunteerism
Civic attentiveness
Voting behavior
Social Engagement
Neighborliness, social and
religious events
Information and Awareness
Public information,
publications, Web site
PUBLIC TRUST
Cooperation in community
Value of services
Direction of community
Citizen involvement
Employees
The survey and its administration are standardized to assure high quality research methods and
directly comparable results across The National Citizen SurveyT1 jurisdictions. Participating
households are selected at random and the household member who responds is selected without
bias. Multiple mailings give each household more than one chance to participate with self -
addressed and postage -paid envelopes. Results are statistically weighted to reflect the proper
demographic composition of the entire community. A total of 504 completed surveys were
obtained, providing an overall response rate of 43 %. Typically, response rates obtained on citizen
surveys range from 25% to 40 %.
The National Citizen SurveyT1 customized for the City of Iowa City was developed in close
cooperation with local jurisdiction staff. Iowa City staff selected items from a menu of questions
about services and community issues and provided the appropriate letterhead and signatures for
mailings. City of Iowa City staff also augmented The National Citizen SurveyTm basic service through
a variety of options including demographic crosstabulation of results, providing the questionnaire in
Spanish and several custom questions.
The National Citizen SurveyTM
Safety in neighborhood and
downtown
Crime victimization
Police, fire, EMS services
Emergency preparedness
ENVIRONMENTAL
SUSTAI NABI LITY
Cleanliness
Air quality
Preservation of natural areas
Garbage and recycling
services
RECREATION AND
WELLNESS
Parks and Recreation
Recreation opportunities, use
of parks and facilities,
programs and classes
Culture, Arts and Education
Cultural and educational
opportunities, libraries,
schools
Health and Wellness
Availability of food, health
services, social services
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COMMUNITY
INCLUSIVENESS
Sense of community
Racial and cultural acceptance
Senior, youth and low- income
services
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CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Civic Activity
Volunteerism
Civic attentiveness
Voting behavior
Social Engagement
Neighborliness, social and
religious events
Information and Awareness
Public information,
publications, Web site
PUBLIC TRUST
Cooperation in community
Value of services
Direction of community
Citizen involvement
Employees
The survey and its administration are standardized to assure high quality research methods and
directly comparable results across The National Citizen SurveyT1 jurisdictions. Participating
households are selected at random and the household member who responds is selected without
bias. Multiple mailings give each household more than one chance to participate with self -
addressed and postage -paid envelopes. Results are statistically weighted to reflect the proper
demographic composition of the entire community. A total of 504 completed surveys were
obtained, providing an overall response rate of 43 %. Typically, response rates obtained on citizen
surveys range from 25% to 40 %.
The National Citizen SurveyT1 customized for the City of Iowa City was developed in close
cooperation with local jurisdiction staff. Iowa City staff selected items from a menu of questions
about services and community issues and provided the appropriate letterhead and signatures for
mailings. City of Iowa City staff also augmented The National Citizen SurveyTm basic service through
a variety of options including demographic crosstabulation of results, providing the questionnaire in
Spanish and several custom questions.
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UNDERSTANDING THE RESULTS
As shown in Figure 2, this report is based around respondents' opinions about eight larger
categories: community quality, community design, public safety, environmental sustainability,
recreation and wellness, community inclusiveness, civic engagement and public trust. Each report
section begins with residents' ratings of community characteristics and is followed by residents'
ratings of service quality. For all evaluative questions, the percent of residents rating the service or
community feature as "excellent" or "good" is presented. To see the full set of responses for each
question on the survey, please see Appendix A: Complete Survey Frequencies.
Margin of Error
The margin of error around results for the City of Iowa City Survey (504 completed surveys) is plus
or minus four percentage points. This is a measure of the precision of your results; a larger number
of completed surveys gives a smaller (more precise) margin of error, while a smaller number of
surveys yields a larger margin of error. With your margin of error, you may conclude that when
60% of survey respondents report that a particular service is "excellent" or "good," somewhere
between 56 -64% of all residents are likely to feel that way.
Comparing Survey Results
Certain kinds of services tend to be thought better of by residents in many communities across the
country. For example, public safety services tend to be received better than transportation services
by residents of most American communities. Where possible, the better comparison is not from one
service to another in the City of Iowa City, but from City of Iowa City services to services like them
provided by other jurisdictions.
Benchmark Comparisons
NRC's database of comparative resident opinion is comprised of resident perspectives gathered in
citizen surveys from approximately 500 jurisdictions whose residents evaluated local government
services and gave their opinion about the quality of community life. The comparison evaluations
are from the most recent survey completed in each jurisdiction; most communities conduct surveys
every year or in alternating years. NRC adds the latest results quickly upon survey completion,
keeping the benchmark data fresh and relevant.
The City of Iowa City chose to have comparisons made to the entire database. A benchmark
comparison (the average rating from all the comparison jurisdictions where a similar question was
asked) has been provided when a similar question on the City of Iowa City survey was included in
NRC's database and there were at least five jurisdictions in which the question was asked. For most
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Where comparisons for quality ratings were available, the City of Iowa City results were generally
noted as being "above" the benchmark, "below" the benchmark or "similar" to the benchmark. For
some questions — those related to resident behavior, circumstance or to a local problem — the
comparison to the benchmark is designated as "more," "similar' or "less" (for example, the percent
of crime victims, residents visiting a park or residents identifying code enforcement as a problem.)
In instances where ratings are considerably higher or lower than the benchmark, these ratings have
been further demarcated by the attribute of "much," (for example, "much less" or "much above ").
These labels come from a statistical comparison of the City of Iowa City's rating to the benchmark.
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"Don't Know" Responses and Rounding
On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer "don't know." The proportion of
respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in Appendix A.
However, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the body of the
report. In other words, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an
opinion about a specific item.
For some questions, respondents were permitted to select more than one answer. When the total
exceeds 100% in a table for a multiple response question, it is because some respondents did select
more than one response. When a table for a question that only permitted a single response does not
total to exactly 100 %, it is due to the customary practice of percentages being rounded to the
nearest whole number.
For more information on understanding The NCS report, please see Appendix B: Survey
Methodology.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report of the City of Iowa City survey provides the opinions of utility customers about
community quality of life, service delivery, civic participation and unique issues of local interest. A
periodic sounding of resident opinion offers staff, elected officials and other stakeholders an
opportunity to identify challenges and to plan for and evaluate improvements and to sustain
services and amenities for long -term success.
Most utility customers experienced a good quality of life in the City of Iowa City and believed the
City was a good place to live. The overall quality of life in the City of Iowa City was rated as
"excellent' or "good" by 90% of respondents. Almost all reported they plan on staying in the City
of Iowa City for the next five years.
A variety of characteristics of the community were evaluated by those participating in the study.
The three characteristics receiving the most favorable ratings were educational opportunities,
opportunities to volunteer and opportunities to participate in religious or spiritual events and
activities. The three characteristics receiving the least positive ratings were traffic flow on major
streets, the amount of public parking and availability of affordable quality housing.
Ratings of community characteristics were compared to the benchmark database. Of the 27
characteristics for which comparisons were available, 18 were above the national benchmark
comparison, seven were similar to the national benchmark comparison and two were below.
Utility customers in the City of Iowa City were very civically engaged. While only 36% had
attended a meeting of local elected public officials or other local public meeting in the previous 12
months, 69% had volunteered their time to some group or activity in the City of Iowa City.
In general, survey respondents demonstrated trust in local government. A majority rated the overall
image or reputation of Iowa City as "good" or "excellent." This was higher than the benchmark.
Those residents who had interacted with an employee of the City of Iowa City in the previous 12
months gave high marks to those employees. Most rated their overall impression of employees as
"excellent" or "good."
On average, residents gave favorable ratings to most local government services. City services rated
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comparison and four were below.
Respondents were asked to rate how frequently they participated in various activities in Iowa City.
The most popular activities included recycling used paper, cans or bottles and visiting a
neighborhood or City park; while the least popular activities were attending a local public meeting
and riding a local bus within Iowa City. Generally, participation rates in the various activities in the
community were higher than other communities.
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A Key Driver Analysis was conducted for the City of Iowa City which examined the relationships
between ratings of each service and ratings of the City of Iowa City's services overall. Those key
driver services that correlated most strongly with residents' perceptions about overall City service
quality have been identified. By targeting improvements in key services, the City of Iowa City can
focus on the services that have the greatest likelihood of influencing residents' opinions about
overall service quality. Services found to be influential in ratings of overall service quality from the
Key Driver Analysis were:
• Garbage collection
• Land use, planning and zoning
• Police services
• Public schools
Of these services, those deserving the most attention may be that which was below the benchmark
comparisons: land use, planning and zoning.
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COMMUNITY RATINGS
OVERALL COMMUNITY QUALITY
Overall quality of community life may be the single best indicator of success in providing the
natural ambience, services and amenities that make for an attractive community. The National
Citizen SurveyT1 contained many questions related to quality of community life in the City of Iowa
City — not only direct questions about quality of life overall and in neighborhoods, but questions to
measure residents' commitment to the City of Iowa City. Residents were asked whether they
planned to move soon or if they would recommend the City of Iowa City to others. Intentions to
stay and willingness to make recommendations provide evidence that the City of Iowa City offers
services and amenities that work.
Most respondents gave high ratings to their neighborhoods and the community as a place to live.
Further, most reported they would recommend the community to others and plan to stay for the
next five years.
FIGURE 3: RATINGS OF OVERALL COMMUNITY QUALITY
The overall quality of life
in Iowa City
Your neighborhood as a
place to live
Iowa City as a place to
live
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 4: LIKELIHOOD OF REMAINING IN COMMUNITY AND RECOMMENDING COMMUNITY
Recommend living in
Iowa City to someone
who asks
Remain in Iowa City for
the next five years
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Overall quality of life in Iowa City
Much above
Your neighborhood as place to live
Above
Iowa City as a place to live
Much above
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COMMUNITY DESIGN
Transportation
The ability to move easily throughout a community can greatly affect the quality of life of residents
by diminishing time wasted in traffic congestion and by providing opportunities to travel quickly
and safely by modes other than the automobile. High quality options for resident mobility not only
require local government to remove barriers to flow but they require government programs and
policies that create quality opportunities for all modes of travel.
Residents responding to the survey were given a list of six aspects of mobility to rate on a scale of
"excellent," "good," "fair' and "poor." Ease of walking in Iowa City was given the most positive
rating, followed by availability of paths and walking trails.
Ease of car travel in Iowa
City
Ease of bus travel in Iowa
City
Ease of bicycle travel in
Iowa City
Ease of walking in Iowa
City
Availability of paths and
walking trails
Traffic flow on major
streets
FIGURE 6: RATINGS OF TRANSPORTATION IN COMMUNITY
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45%
53%
0% 25% 50%
Percent of respondents
■ Excellent -J Good
75% 100%
FIGURE 7: COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION BENCHMARKS
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Ease of car travel in Iowa City
Above
Ease of bus travel in Iowa City
Much above
Ease of bicycle travel in Iowa City
Much above
Ease of walking in Iowa City
Much above
Availability of paths and walking trails
Much above
Traffic flow on major streets
Similar
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Eight transportation services were rated in Iowa City. As compared to most communities across
America, ratings tended to be a mix of positive and negative. One was above the benchmark, two
below the benchmark and five were similar to the benchmark.
FIGURE 8: RATINGS OF TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SERVICES
Street repair
Street cleaning
Street lighting
Snow removal
Sidewalk maintenance
Traffic signal timing
Bus or transit services
Amount of public parking
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
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Street repair
Much below
Street cleaning
Similar
Street lighting
Similar
Snow removal
Below
Sidewalk maintenance
Similar
Traffic signal timing
Similar
Much above
Similar
Bus or transit services
Amount of public parking
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By measuring choice of travel mode over time, communities can monitor their success in providing
attractive alternatives to the traditional mode of travel, the single-occupied automobile. When
asked how they typically traveled to work, single-occupancy (SOV) travel was the overwhelming
mode of use. However, 8% of work commute trips were made by transit, 7% by bicycle and 5% by
foot.
FIGURE 10: FREQUENCY OF BUS USE IN LAST 12 MONTHS
Never
54%
Once or twice
3 to 12 times
13%
13 to 26 times
6%
an 26 times
12%
FIGURE 11: FREQUENCY OF BUS USE BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
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FIGURE 12: MODE OF TRAVEL USED FOR WORK COMMUTE
Motorized vehicle (e.g., car, truck, van, motorcycle,
etc.) by myself
Motorized vehicle (e.g., car, truck, van, motorcycle,
etc.) with other children or adults
Bus, rail, subway or other public transportation
Walk
Bicycle
Work at home
Other
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0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of days per week mode used
FIGURE 13: DRIVEALONE BENCHMARKS
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Housing
Housing variety and affordability are not luxuries for any community. When there are too few
options for housing style and affordability, the characteristics of a community tilt toward a single
group, often of well-off residents. While this may seem attractive to a community, the absence of
affordable townhomes, condominiums, mobile homes, single family detached homes and
apartments means that in addition to losing the vibrancy of diverse thoughts and lifestyles, the
community loses the service workers that sustain all communities — police officers, school teachers,
house painters and electricians. These workers must live elsewhere and commute in at great
personal cost and to the detriment of traffic flow and air quality. Furthermore lower income
residents pay so much of their income to rent or mortgage that little remains to bolster their own
quality of life or local business.
The survey of the City of Iowa City residents asked respondents to reflect on the availability of
affordable housing as well as the variety of housing options. The availability of affordable housing
was rated as "excellent' or "good" by 36% of respondents, while the variety of housing options was
rated as "excellent' or "good" by 53% of respondents. The rating of perceived affordable housing
availability was worse in the City of Iowa City than the ratings, on average, in comparison
jurisdictions.
Availability of affordable
quality housing
Variety of housing options
FIGURE 14: RATINGS OF HOUSING IN COMMUNITY
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 15: HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS BENCHMARKS
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To augment the perceptions of affordable housing in Iowa City, the cost of housing as reported in
the survey was compared to residents' reported monthly income to create a rough estimate of the
proportion of utility customers of the City of Iowa City experiencing housing cost stress. About 19%
of survey participants were found to pay housing costs of more than 30% of their monthly
household income.
FIGURE 16: PROPORTION OF RESPONDENTS WHOSE HOUSING COSTS ARE "AFFORDABLE"
Housing costs
LESS than 30% of
income
81%
FIGURE 17: HOUSING COSTS BENCHMARKS
Housing costs
30% or MORE of
income
19%
National benchmark
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income) Much less
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Land Use and Zoning
Community development contributes to a feeling among residents and even visitors of the attention
given to the speed of growth, the location of residences and businesses, the kind of housing that is
appropriate for the community and the ease of access to commerce, green space and residences.
Even the community's overall appearance often is attributed to the planning and enforcement
functions of the local jurisdiction. Residents will appreciate an attractive, well - planned community.
The NCS questionnaire asked residents to evaluate the quality of new development, the appearance
of the City of Iowa City and the speed of population growth. Problems with the appearance of
property were rated, and the quality of land use planning, zoning and code enforcement services
were evaluated.
The overall quality of new development in the City of Iowa City was rated as "excellent" by 14% of
respondents and as "good" by an additional 41 %. The overall appearance of Iowa City was rated as
"excellent" or "good" by 74% of respondents and was similar to the benchmark. When rating to
what extent run down buildings, weed lots or junk vehicles were a problem in the City of Iowa
City, 3% thought they were a "major" problem. The service of animal control was rated above the
benchmark, the service of land use, planning and zoning was rated below the benchmark and the
service of code enforcement was similar to the benchmark.
FIGURE 18: RATINGS OF THE COMM UN ITY'S "BUILT ENVIRONMENT"
Overall quality of new
development in Iowa City
Overall appearance of
Iowa City
0%
■ Excellent ■ Good
59% MM
25% 50% 75%
Percent of respondents
100%
National benchmark comparison
Quality of new development in Iowa City Below
Overall appearance of Iowa City Similar
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FIGURE 20: RATINGS OF POPULATION GROWTH
Somewhat too fast
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Much too fast
6%
Nuch too slow
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Minor problem
56%
FIGURE 22: RATINGS OF NUISANCE PROBLEMS
loderate problem
25%
Major problem
3%
iroblem
16%
FIGURE 23: NUISANCE PROBLEMS BENCHMARKS
National benchmark
comparison
Run down buildings, weed lots and junk vehicles seen as a "major"
Much less
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FIGURE 24: RATINGS OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY CODE ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
Land use, planning and 35%
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buildings, etc.)
Animal control = 57%
0% 25% 50%
■ Excellent ■ Good
Percent of respondents
75% 100
FIGURE 25: PLANNING AND COMMUNITY CODE ENFORCEMENT SERVICES BENCHMARKS
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Land use, planning and zoning
Below
Code enforcement (weeds, abandoned buildings, etc.)
Similar
Animal control
Much above
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ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY
The United States has been in recession since late 2007 with an accelerated downturn occurring in
the fourth quarter of 2008. Officially we emerged from recession in the third quarter of 2009, but
high unemployment lingers, keeping a lid on a strong recovery. Many readers worry that the ill
health of the economy will color how residents perceive their environment and the services that
local government delivers. NRC researchers have found that the economic downturn has chastened
Americans' view of their own economic futures but has not colored their perspectives about
community services or quality of life.
Survey respondents were asked to rate a number of community features related to economic
opportunity and growth. The most positively rated features were Iowa City as a place to work and
the overall quality of business and service establishments in Iowa City. Receiving the lowest rating
was shopping opportunities.
FIGURE 26: RATINGS OF ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY AND OPPORTUNITIES
Employment opportunities
Shopping opportunities
Iowa City as a place to work
Overall quality of business and service
establishments in Iowa City
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Employment opportunities
Much above
Shopping opportunities
Similar
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Much above
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Respondents were asked to evaluate the speed of jobs growth and retail growth on a scale from
"much too slow" to "much too fast." When asked about the rate of jobs growth in Iowa City, 61 %
responded that it was "too slow," while 48% reported retail growth as "too slow." More
respondents in Iowa City compared to other jurisdictions believed that retail growth was too slow
and fewer believed that jobs growth was too slow.
FIGURE 28: RATINGS OF RETAIL AND JOBS GROWTH
Retail Growth
Right
Somewhat
too slow
36%
Somewhat
too fast
6%
Much too
Fast
1%
Much too
slow Somewh
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51%
Jobs Growth Right
Somewhat
too fast
1%
Much too
Fast
0%
Much too
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10%
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Jobs growth seen as too slow Much less
FIGURE 30: RATINGS OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Fair
Good
46%
Poor
X16%
Excel lent
8%
FIGURE 31: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES BENCHMARKS
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Residents were asked to reflect on their economic prospects in the near term. Twenty -five percent
of the respondents expected that the coming six months would have a "somewhat' or "very"
positive impact on their family, while 18% felt that the economic future would be "somewhat' or
"very" negative. The percent of residents with an optimistic outlook on their household income was
much more than comparison jurisdictions.
FIGURE 32: RATINGS OF PERSONAL ECONOMIC FUTURE
Neutral
56%
What impact, if any, do you
think the economy will have
on yourfamily income in the
next 6 months?
Somewhat negative
16%
Very negative
2%
Very positive
3%
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22%
FIGURE 33: PERSONAL ECONOMIC FUTURE BENCHMARKS
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Safety from violent or property crimes creates the cornerstone of an attractive community. No one
wants to live in fear of crime, fire or natural hazards, and communities in which residents feel
protected or unthreatened are communities that are more likely to show growth in population,
commerce and property value.
Respondents were asked to rate their feelings of safety from violent crimes, property crimes, fire
and environmental dangers and to evaluate the local agencies whose main charge is to provide
protection from these dangers. Many gave positive ratings of safety in the City of Iowa City. About
76% of those completing the questionnaire said they felt "very" or "somewhat" safe from violent
crimes and 80% felt "very' or "somewhat" safe from environmental hazards. Daytime sense of
safety was better than nighttime safety and neighborhoods felt safer than downtown.
FIGURE 34: RATINGS OF COMMUNITY AND PERSONAL PUBLIC SAFETY
In your neighborhood
during the day
In your neighborhood
after dark
In Iowa City's downtown
area during the day
In Iowa City's downtown
area after dark
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assault, robbery)
Property crimes (e.g.,
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Environmental hazards,
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0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
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In your neighborhood during the day
Above
In your neighborhood after dark
Above
In Iowa City's downtown area during the day
Below
In Iowa City's downtown area after dark
Much below
Violent crime (e.g., rape, assault, robbery)
Similar
Property crimes (e.g., burglary, theft)
Similar
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As assessed by the survey, 10% of respondents reported that someone in the household had been
the victim of one or more crimes in the past year. Of those who had been the victim of a crime,
77% had reported it to police. Compared to other jurisdictions about the same percent of had been
victims of crime in the 12 months preceding the survey and fewer had reported their most recent
crime victimization to the police.
FIGURE 36: CRIME VICTIMIZATION AND REPORTING
During the past 12 months, were you or anyone in
your household the victim of any crime?
No
90%
Yes
10%
If yes, was this crime (these crimes)
reported to the police?
FIGURE 37: CRIME VICTIMIZATION AND REPORTING BENCHMARKS
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Respondents rated six City public safety services; of these, four were rated above the benchmark
comparison and two were rated similar to the benchmark comparison. Fire services and fire
prevention and education received the highest ratings, while traffic enforcement and crime
prevention received the lowest ratings.
Police services
Fire services
Crime prevention
Fire prevention and
education
Traffic enforcement
Emergency preparedness
FIGURE 38: RATINGS OF PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 39: PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES BENCHMARKS
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Police services
Above
Fire services
Much above
Crime prevention
Similar
Fire prevention and education
Much above
Traffic enforcement
Similar
Emergency preparedness (services that prepare the community for natural
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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Residents value the aesthetic qualities of their hometowns and appreciate features such as overall
cleanliness and landscaping. In addition, the appearance and smell or taste of the air and water do
not go unnoticed. These days, increasing attention is paid to proper treatment of the environment.
At the same time that they are attending to community appearance and cleanliness, cities, counties,
states and the nation are going "Green ". These strengthening environmental concerns extend to
trash haul, recycling, sewer services, the delivery of power and water and preservation of open
spaces. Treatment of the environment affects air and water quality and, generally, how habitable
and inviting a place appears.
Survey respondents were asked to evaluate their local environment and the services provided to
ensure its quality. The overall quality of the natural environment was rated as "excellent' or "good"
by 76% of survey respondents and received the highest rating.
FIGURE 40: RATINGS OF THE COMMUNITY'S NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
Cleanliness of Iowa City
Quality of overall natural
environment in Iowa City
Preservation of natural
areas such as open space,
farmlands and greenbelts
■ Excellent ■ Good
55% 7
59% 1
0% 25% 50%
Percent of respondents
75% 100%
FIGURE 41: COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENT BENCHMARKS
National benchmark
Cleanliness of Iowa City Similar
Quality of overall natural environment in Iowa City Similar
Preservation of natural areas such as open space, farmlands and
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Respondents' recycling was much greater than recycling reported in comparison communities.
FIGU RE 42: FREQUENCY OF RECYCLING IN LAST 12 MONTHS
More than 26 times
74
Never
nce or twice
3%
3 to 12 times
8%
times
1.
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Of the six utility services rated by those completing the questionnaire, all were much higher than
the benchmark comparison.
Sewer services
Drinking water
Storm drainage
Yard waste pick -up
Recycling
Garbage collection
FIGURE 44: RATINGS OF UTILITY SERVICES
■ Excellent Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 45: UTILITY SERVICES BENCHMARKS
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Sewer services
Much above
Drinking water
Much above
Storm drainage
Much above
Yard waste pick -up
Much above
Recycling
Much above
Garbage collection
Much above
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RECREATION AND WELLNESS
Parks and Recreation
Quality parks and recreation opportunities help to define a community as more than the grind of its
business, traffic and hard work. Leisure activities vastly can improve the quality of life of residents,
serving both to entertain and mobilize good health. The survey contained questions seeking
residents' perspectives about opportunities and services related to the community's parks and
recreation services.
Recreation opportunities in the City of Iowa City were rated positively as were services related to
parks and recreation. Recreation centers or facilities received the lowest rating but were higher than
the national benchmark.
Resident use of Iowa City parks and recreation facilities tells its own story about the attractiveness
and accessibility of those services. The percent of respondents that used Iowa City recreation
centers was greater than the percent of users in comparison jurisdictions. Similarly, recreation
program use in Iowa City was higher than use in comparison jurisdictions.
FIGURE 46: RATINGS OF COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Good
53%
SNOMEN
Fair
,,--16%
Poor
2%
Excellent
29%
FIGURE47: COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Recreation opportunities I Much above
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FIGURE48. PARTICIPATION IN PARKS AND RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES
Used Iowa City recreation centers 63%
Participated in a recreation program or activity I - 52%
Visited a neighborhood park or City park
91%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Percent of respondents who did each at least once in last 12 months
FIGURE49: PARTICIPATION IN PARKS AND RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
FIGURE 50: RATINGS OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES
■ Excellent Good
City parks
Recreation programs or
classes r'
Recreation centers or
facilities
v
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N
0
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0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 51 : PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Used Iowa City recreation centers
Much more
Participated in a recreation program or activity
More
Visited a neighborhood park or City park
Much more
FIGURE 50: RATINGS OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES
■ Excellent Good
City parks
Recreation programs or
classes r'
Recreation centers or
facilities
v
v
N
0
Z
v
L
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
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City parks
Much above
Recreation programs or classes
Much above
Recreation centers or facilities
Above
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Culture, Arts and Education
A full service community does not address only the life and safety of its residents. Like individuals
who simply go to the office and return home, a community that pays attention only to the life
sustaining basics becomes insular, dreary and uninspiring. In the case of communities without
thriving culture, arts and education opportunities, the magnet that attracts those who might
consider relocating there is vastly weakened. Cultural, artistic, social and educational services
elevate the opportunities for personal growth among residents. In the survey, residents were asked
about the quality of opportunities to participate in cultural and educational activities.
Opportunities to attend cultural activities were rated as "excellent' or "good" by 88% of
respondents. Educational opportunities were rated as "excellent' or "good" by 96% of respondents.
Compared to the benchmark data, educational opportunities were much above the average of
comparison jurisdictions, as were cultural activity opportunities.
About 81 % of respondents used a City library at least once in the 12 months preceding the survey.
This participation rate for library use was much above comparison jurisdictions.
FIGURE 52: RATINGS OF CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities to attend
cultural activities
Educational opportunities
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 53: CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
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FIGURE 54: PARTICIPATION IN CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Used Iowa City public
libraries or their services
Participated in religious
or spiritual activities in
Iowa City
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Percent of respondents who did each at least once in last 12 months
FIGURE 55: PARTICIPATION IN CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Used Iowa City public libraries or their services I Much more
Participated in religious or spiritual activities in Iowa City I Much more
Public schools
Public library services
FIGURE 56: PERCEPTION OF CULTURALAND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 57: CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES BENCHMARKS
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Health and Wellness
Healthy residents have the wherewithal to contribute to the economy as volunteers or employees
and they do not present a burden in cost and time to others. Although residents bear the primary
responsibility for their good health, local government provides services that can foster that well
being and that provide care when residents are ill.
Respondents were asked to rate the community's health services as well as the availability of health
care. The availability of affordable quality health care was rated "excellent" or "good" by 74% of
respondents and was much above the benchmark comparison.
FIGURE 58: RATINGS OF COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Availability of affordable
quality health care
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0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 59: COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark
Availability of affordable quality health care I Much above
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Health services in Iowa City were rated "excellent' or "good by 90% of respondents and were
much above the benchmark.
FIGURE 60: RATINGS OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES
Excellent
48%
Good
2%
or
1%
Fair
9%
FIGURE 61: HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Health services I Much above
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COMMUNITY INCLUSIVENESS
Diverse communities that include among their residents a mix of races, ages, wealth, ideas and
beliefs have the raw material for the most vibrant and creative society. However, the presence of
these features alone does not ensure a high quality or desirable space. Surveyed residents were
asked about the success of the mix: the sense of community, the openness of residents to people of
diverse backgrounds and the attractiveness of the City of Iowa City as a place to raise children or to
retire. They were also questioned about the quality of services delivered to various population
subgroups, including older adults, youth and residents with few resources. A community that
succeeds in creating an inclusive environment for a variety of residents is a community that offers
more to many.
A high percentage of respondents rated the City of Iowa City as an "excellent' or "good" place to
raise kids and a high percentage rated it as an excellent or good place to retire. Many respondents
felt that the local sense of community was "excellent' or "good" and a similar percentage of
respondents felt the City of Iowa City was open and accepting towards people of diverse
backgrounds. Sense of community was rated the lowest by residents but was higher than the
benchmark.
FIGURE 62: RATINGS OF COMMUNITY QUALITY AND INCLUSIVENESS
Sense of community
Openness and acceptance of the community toward
people of diverse backgrounds
Iowa City as a place to raise children
Iowa City as a place to retire
■ Excellent Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 63: COMMUNITY QUALITY AND INCLUSIVENESS BENCHMARKS
kh
National benchmark
comparison
Sense of community
Above
Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of diverse
backgrounds
Much above
Iowa City as a place to raise kids
Iowa City as a place to retire
Much above
Much above
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Services to more vulnerable populations (e.g., seniors, youth or low- income residents) ranged from
65% to 90% with ratings of "excellent' or "good" and each received a rating that was much above
the benchmark comparison.
FIGURE 64: RATINGS OF QUALITY OF SERVICES PROVIDED FOR POPULATION SUBGROUPS
Services to seniors
Services to youth
Services to low- income
people
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 65: SERVICES PROVIDED FOR POPULATION SUBGROUPS BENCHMARKS
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Services to seniors
Much above
Services to youth
Much above
Services to low income people
Much above
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CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Community leaders cannot run a jurisdiction alone and a jurisdiction cannot run effectively if
residents remain strangers with little to connect them. Elected officials and staff require the
assistance of local residents whether that assistance comes in tacit approval or eager help; and
commonality of purpose among the electorate facilitates policies and programs that appeal to most
and causes discord among few. Furthermore, when neighbors help neighbors, the cost to the
community to provide services to residents in need declines. When residents are civically engaged,
they have taken the opportunity to participate in making the community more livable for all. The
extent to which local government provides opportunities to become informed and engaged and the
extent to which residents take those opportunities is an indicator of the connection between
government and populace. By understanding your residents' level of connection to, knowledge of
and participation in local government, the City can find better opportunities to communicate and
educate citizens about its mission, services, accomplishments and plans. Communities with strong
civic engagement may be more likely to see the benefits of programs intended to improve the
quality of life of all residents and therefore would be more likely to support those new policies or
programs.
CIVIC Activity
Respondents were asked about the perceived community volunteering opportunities and their
participation as citizens of the City of Iowa City. Survey participants rated the volunteer
opportunities in the City of Iowa City favorably. Opportunities to attend or participate in
community matters were rated less favorably.
Ratings of civic engagement opportunities were much above ratings from comparison jurisdictions
where these questions were asked.
FIGURE 66: RATINGS OF CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities to participate
in community matters
Opportunities to volunteer
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 67: CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Opportunities to participate in community matters Much above
O000rtunities to volunteer Much above
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Most of the participants in this survey had not attended a public meeting, but a majority had
volunteered time to a group and participated in a club in the 12 months prior to the survey. The
participation rates of these civic behaviors were compared to the rates in other jurisdictions and all
showed higher rates of participation.
FIGURE 68: PARTICIPATION IN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Attended a meeting of local elected officials or other
local public meeting
Watched a meeting of local elected officials or other
City- sponsored public meeting on cable television,
the Internet or other media
Volunteered your time to some group or activity in
Iowa City
Participated in a club or civic group in Iowa City
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Percent of respondents who did each at least once in last 12 months
FIGURE 69: PARTICIPATION IN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
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Attended a meeting of local elected officials or other local public meeting
Much more
Watched a meeting of local elected officials or other public meeting on cable
television, the Internet or other media
Much more
Volunteered your time to some group or activity in Iowa City
Much more
Participated in a club or civic group in Iowa City
Much more
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Survey participants showed the largest amount of civic engagement in the area of electoral
participation. Ninety -four percent reported they were registered to vote and 90% indicated they
had voted in the last general election. This rate of self - reported voting was much higher than
comparison communities.
FIGURE 70: REPORTED VOTING BEHAVIOR
Are you registered to vote in your jurisdiction?
Yes
94%
Ineligible
to vote
J2%
No
4%
Yes
90%
Do you remember voting in the last
general election?
FIGURE 71: VOTING BEHAVIOR BENCHMARKS
ligible
vote
2%
J
No
9%
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Information and Awareness
Those completing the survey were asked about their use and perceptions of various information
sources and local government media services. When asked whether they had visited the City of
Iowa City Web site in the previous 12 months, 75% reported they had done so at least once. Public
information services were rated favorably compared to benchmark data.
Visited the City of Iowa
City Web site (at
icgov.org)
FIGURE 72: USE OF INFORMATION SOURCES
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Percent of respondents who did each at least once in last 12 months
FIGURE 73: USE OF INFORMATION SOURCES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Visited the City of Iowa City Web site I Much more
FIGURE 74: RATINGS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEDIASERVICES AND INFORMATION DISSEMINATION
Cable television
Public information services
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 75: LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEDIA SERVICES AND INFORMATION DISSEMINATION BENCHMARKS
Cable television
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Social Engagement
Opportunities to participate in social events and activities were rated as "excellent' or "good" by
86% of respondents, while even more rated opportunities to participate in religious or spiritual
events and activities as "excellent' or "good."
FIGURE 76: RATINGS OF SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities to participate
in social events and
activities
Opportunities to participate
in religious or spiritual
events and activities
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 77: SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark
comparison
Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Much above
ODDortunities to Darticioate in religious or spiritual events and activities Much above
Residents in Iowa City reported a strong amount of neighborliness. About 53% indicated talking or
visiting with their neighbors at least several times a week. This amount of contact with neighbors
was more than the amount of contact reported in other communities.
FIGURE 78: CONTACT WITH IMMEDIATE NEIGHBORS
About how often, if at all, d
you talk to or visit with you
immediate neighbors?
Several times a
month
26%
Less than several
Just about
everyday
20%
al times a
veek
33%
FIGURE 79: CONTACT WITH IMMEDIATE NEIGHBORS BENCHMARKS
National benchmark comparison
Has contact with neighbors at least several times per week I More
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PUBLIC TRUST
When local government leaders are trusted, an environment of cooperation is more likely to
surround all decisions they make. Cooperation leads to easier communication between leaders and
residents and increases the likelihood that high value policies and programs will be implemented to
improve the quality of life of the entire community. Trust can be measured in residents' opinions
about the overall direction the City of Iowa City is taking, their perspectives about the service value
their taxes purchase and the openness of government to citizen participation. In addition, resident
opinion about services provided by the City of Iowa City could be compared to their opinion about
services provided by the state and federal governments. If residents find nothing to admire in the
services delivered by any level of government, their opinions about the City of Iowa City may be
colored by their dislike of what all levels of government provide.
A majority of respondents felt that the value of services for taxes paid was "excellent" or "good."
When asked to rate the job the City of Iowa City does at welcoming citizen involvement, 55%
rated it as "excellent" or "good." Of these four ratings, one was above the benchmark, two were
similar to the benchmark and one was below the benchmark.
The value of services for the
taxes paid to Iowa City
The overall direction that
Iowa City is taking
The job Iowa City
government does at
welcoming citizen
involvement
Overall image or reputation
of Iowa City
FIGURE 80: PUBLIC TRUST RATINGS
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 81 : PUBLIC TRUST BENCHMARKS
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Value of services for the taxes paid to Iowa City
Similar
The overall direction that Iowa City is taking
Much below
job Iowa City government does at welcoming citizen involvement
Similar
Overall image or reputation of Iowa City
Above
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On average, survey participants gave the highest evaluations to their own local government and the
lowest average rating to the State Government. The overall quality of services delivered by the City
of Iowa City was rated as "excellent" or "good" by 85% of survey participants. The City of Iowa
City's rating was above the benchmark when compared to other communities.
FIGURE 82: RATINGS OF SERVICES PROVIDED BY LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS
Services provided by City of
Iowa City
Services provided by the
Federal Government
Services provided by the
State Government
Services provided by
Johnson County
Government
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents
FIGURE 83: SERVICES PROVIDED BY LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS BENCHMARKS
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Services provided by the City of Iowa City
Above
Services provided by the Federal Government
Much above
Services provided by the State Government
Above
Services provided by Johnson County Government
Much above
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City of Iowa City Employees
The employees of the City of Iowa City who interact with the public create the first impression that
most residents have of the City of Iowa City. Frontline staff who provide information, assist with
bill paying, collect trash, create service schedules, fight fires and crime and even give traffic tickets
are the collective face of the City of Iowa City. As such, it is important to know about residents'
experience talking with that "face." When employees appear to be knowledgeable, responsive and
courteous, residents are more likely to feel that any needs or problems may be solved through
positive and productive interactions with the City of Iowa City staff.
Those completing the survey were asked if they had been in contact with a City employee either in-
person, over the phone or via email in the last 12 months; the 64% who reported that they had
been in contact (a percent that is much above the benchmark comparison) were then asked to
indicate overall how satisfied they were with the employee in their most recent contact. City
employees were rated highly; 87% of respondents rated their overall impression as "excellent" or
"good.'
FIGURE 84: PROPORTION OF RESPONDENTS WHO HAD CONTACT WITH CITY EMPLOYEES IN PREVIOUS 12 MONTHS
Have you had any in- person, phone or email contact with an employee of
Iowa City within the last 12 months?
Yes
64%
No
36%
FIGURE 85: CONTACT WITH CITY EMPLOYEES BENCHMARKS
National benchmark
Had contact with City employee(s) in last 12 months I Much more
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FIGURE 86: RATINGS OF CITY EMPLOYEES (AMONG THOSE WHO HAD CONTACT)
Knowledge
Responsiveness
Courtesy
Overall impression
■ Excellent ■ Good
0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Percent of respondents who had contact with an employee in previous 12 months
FIGURE 87: RATINGS OF CITY EMPLOYEES
THOSE WHO HAD CO
National benchmark
BENCHMARKS
Knowledge
Much above
Responsiveness
Much above
Courteousness
Much above
Overall impression I Much above
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FROM DATA TO ACTION
RESIDENT PRIORITIES
Knowing where to focus limited resources to improve residents' opinions of local government
requires information that targets the services that are most important to residents. However, when
residents are asked what services are most important, they rarely stray beyond core services — those
directed to save lives and improve safety.
In market research, identifying the most important characteristics of a transaction or product is
cal led Key Driver Analysis (KDA). The key drivers that are identified from that analysis do not come
from asking customers to self -report which service or product characteristic most influenced their
decision to buy or return, but rather from statistical analyses of the predictors of their behavior.
When customers are asked to name the most important characteristics of a good or service,
responses often are expected or misleading — just as they can be in the context of a citizen survey.
For example, air travelers often claim that safety is the primary consideration in their choice of an
airline, yet key driver analysis reveals that frequent flier perks or in- flight entertainment predicts
their buying decisions.
In local government core services — like fire protection — invariably land at the top of the list
created when residents are asked about the most important local government services. And core
services are important. But by using KDA, our approach digs deeper to identify the less obvious,
but more influential services that are most related to residents' ratings of overall quality of local
government services. Because services focused directly on life and safety remain essential to quality
government, it is suggested that core services should remain the focus of continuous monitoring
and improvement where necessary — but monitoring core services or asking residents to identify
important services is not enough.
A KDA was conducted for the City of Iowa City by examining the relationships between ratings of
each service and ratings of the City of Iowa City's overall services. Those Key Driver services that
correlated most highly with residents' perceptions about overall City service quality have been
identified. By targeting improvements in key services, the City of Iowa City can focus on the
services that have the greatest likelihood of influencing residents' opinions about overall service
quality. Because a strong correlation is not the same as a cause, there is no guarantee that
improving ratings on key drivers necessarily will improve ratings. What is certain from these
analyses is that key drivers are good predictors of overall resident opinion and that the key drivers
presented may be useful focus areas to consider for enhancement of overall service ratings.
Services found to be most strongly correlated with ratings of overall service quality from the Iowa
City Key Driver Analysis were:
• Garbage collection
• Land use, planning and zoning
• Police services
• Public schools
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CITY OF IOWA CITY ACTION CHART"
The 2013 City of Iowa City Action ChartTM on the following page combines two dimensions of
performance:
• Comparison to resident evaluations from other communities. When a comparison is available,
the background color of each service box indicates whether the service is above the national
benchmark (green), similar to the benchmark (yellow) or below the benchmark (red).
• Identification of key services. A black key icon (am) next to a service box indicates it as a key
driver for the City.
Twenty -six services were included in the KDA for the City of Iowa City. Of these, 15 were above
the benchmark, 4 were below the benchmark and 7 were similar to the benchmark.
Considering all performance data included in the Action Chart, a jurisdiction typically will want to
consider improvements to any key driver services that are not at least similar to the benchmark. In
Iowa City, land use, planning and zoning was below the benchmark. More detail about interpreting
results can be found in the next section.
Services with a high percent of respondents answering "don't know" were excluded from the
analysis and were considered services that would be less influential. See Appendix A: Complete
Survey Frequencies, Frequencies Excluding "Don't Know' Responses for the percent "don't know"
for each service.
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FIGURE 88: CITY OF IOWA CITY ACTION CHART
Overall Quality of City of Iowa City Services
Community Design
Street cleaning
T
Economic
development
Planning
and zoning
Street
repair
Street
lighting
,
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Environmental Sustainability
,
Drinking water Recycling
,
collection I services
Preservation of Storm drainage
I natural areas ,
Recreation and Wellness
Public schools Library
Recreation Health services
facilities
City parks
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Public Safety
Fire services
Traffic
enforcement '
Emergency Police
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preparedness services
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Above Similarto Below
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Using Your Action ChartTM'
The key drivers derived for the City of Iowa City provide a list of those services that are uniquely
related to overall service quality. Those key drivers are marked with the symbol of a key in the
action chart. Because key driver results are based on a relatively small number of responses, the
relationships or correlations that define the key drivers are subject to more variability than is seen
when key drivers are derived from a large national dataset of resident responses. To benefit the City
of Iowa City, NRC lists the key drivers derived from tens of thousands of resident responses from
across the country. This national list is updated periodically so that you can compare your key
drivers to the key drivers from the entire NRC dataset. Where your locally derived key drivers
overlap national key drivers, it makes sense to focus even more strongly on your keys. Similarly,
when your local key drivers overlap your core services, there is stronger argument to make for
attending to your key drivers that overlap with core services.
As staff review key drivers, not all drivers may resonate as likely links to residents' perspectives
about overall service quality. For example, in Iowa City, planning and zoning and police services
may be obvious links to overall service delivery (and each is a key driver from our national
database), since it could be easy for staff to see how residents' view of overall service delivery
could be colored by how well they perceive police and land use planning to be delivered. But
animal control could be a surprise. Before rejecting a key driver that does not pass the first test of
conventional wisdom, consider whether residents' opinions about overall service quality could
reasonably be influenced by this unexpected driver. For example, in the case of animal control,
was there a visible case of violation prior to the survey data collection? Do Iowa City residents have
different expectations for animal control than what current policy provides? Are the rare instances
of violation serious enough to cause a word of mouth campaign about service delivery?
If, after deeper review, the "suspect" driver still does not square with your understanding of the
services that could influence residents' perspectives about overall service quality (and if that driver
is not a core service or a key driver from NRC's national research), put action in that area on hold
and wait to see if it appears as a key driver the next time the survey is conducted.
In the following table, we have listed your key drivers, core services and the national key drivers
and we have indicated (in bold typeface and with the symbol "• "), the City of Iowa City key drivers
that overlap core services or the nationally derived keys. In general, key drivers below the
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benchmark may be targeted for improvement. Additionally, we have indicated (with the symbol
"O ") those services that neither are local nor national key drivers nor are they core services. It is
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FIGURE 89: KEY DRIVERS COMPARED
• Police services
City of Iowa
✓
✓
Fire services
City Key
National Key
✓
Service
Driver
Driver
Core Service
• Police services
✓
✓
✓
Fire services
✓
° Traffic enforcement
Street repair
✓
° Street cleaning
° Street lighting
° Snow removal
° Sidewalk maintenance
° Traffic signal timing
• Garbage collection
✓
✓
° Recycling
Storm drainage
✓
Drinking water
✓
Sewer services
✓
° City parks
° Recreation centers or facilities
• Land use planning and zoning
✓
✓
° Animal control
Economic development
✓
Health services
✓
° Public library
Public information services
✓
• Public schools
✓
✓
° Cable television
° Emergency preparedness
° Preservation of natural areas
• Key driver overlaps with national and or core services
° Service may be targeted for reductions it is not a key driver or core service
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CUSTOM QUESTIONS
"Don't know" responses have been removed from the following questions, when applicable.
Custom Question 1
In light of recent property tax reform
at the State level, Iowa City expects
a significant reduction in city
revenues over the next decade. To
what extent do you support the
following additional budget-
Strongly
Somewhat
Somewhat
Strongly
balancing efforts for the City?
agree
agree
Neutral
disagree
disagree Total
Find ways to become more efficient
at servicelprogram delivery
°
49%
32 ° /°
17 ° /°
1 %
0%
100%
Consolidate municipal facilities and
27%
38%
29%
5%
1%
100%
or operations
Expand use of economic
development incentives to broaden
23%
36%
28%
7%
5%
100%
the tax base
Reinstate the 1 % Local Option Sales
25%
29%
18%
11 %
17%
100%
Tax to support city operations
Increase citation fees for infractions
or violations
18%
34%
24%
15%
10%
100%
Increase user fees for current user
fee based services or programs
10%
31%
28%
19%
12%
100%
Implement new fees to cover user
based services or programs
8%
27%
32%
19%
14%
100%
Reduce City services and program
offerings
6%
°
/° 12
25%
31%
27%
11717%
Increase property taxes
4%
11%
18%
28%
39%
100%
Reduce investments in public assets
like roads, parks, and trails
2%
o
8 /°
0
17 /°
33%
40%
11717%
The National Citizen SurveyTM
50
City of Iowa City 12013
Custom Question 2
With regard to diversity and equity in
Iowa City, please rate your agreement
°
74%
19 ° /°
4%
3%
1 %
with each of the following
feel that Iowa City is a diverse and
statements: For purposes of this
inclusive community
40%
44%
8%
survey, diversity shall mean the
2%
100%
feel that the City is sensitive to
inclusion of all types of people
issues related to diversity
40%
without regard to their age, color,
10%
6%
2%
100%
When needed, I would not hesitate to
creed, disability, gender identity,
marital status, national origin, race,
°
59%
20 ° /°
17 /°
1 %
2%
religion, sex or sexual orientation
contact Iowa City Transit
(see Title 2, 'Human Rights', City
Strongly
Somewhat
Somewhat
Strongly
Code)
I agree
I agree
Neutral
disagree
I disagree I Total
When needed, I would not hesitate to
contact the Police Department
°
74%
19 ° /°
4%
3%
1 %
100%
feel that Iowa City is a diverse and
inclusive community
40%
44%
8%
6%
2%
100%
feel that the City is sensitive to
issues related to diversity
40%
42%
10%
6%
2%
100%
When needed, I would not hesitate to
°
59%
20 ° /°
17 /°
1 %
2%
100%
contact Iowa City Transit
The Police Department will treat me
with respect and fairness
°
45%
32 /°
14%
6%
3%
100%
Iowa City Transit will treat me with
respect and fairness
44%
31%
20%
2%
3%
100%
My opinions can be expressed
without fear of reprisal from the City
°
38%
36 ° /°
18 ° /°
6%
3%
100%
seek out information about diversity
related issues with the City
8%
°
19 /°
40 /° °
19 /°
15%
100%
am well informed about the Police
Citizens Review Board
°
10%
16 ° /°
34%
19%
21%
100%
The National Citizen SurveyTM
51
u
City of Iowa City 12013
Custom Question 3
The City of Iowa City is interested in
Percent of respondents
No
95%
Yes
5%
Total
knowing what priorities you think
are important for your municipal
government. Please rate how
important you think each of the
following priorities should be to the
Strongly
Somewhat
Somewhat
Strongly
City over the next 3 years:
agree
agree
Neutral
disagree
disagree
Total
Make annual investments in
facilities, infrastructure, and
39%
44%
14%
2%
1%
100%
equipment
Focus on stabilizing, protecting, and
enhancing neighborhoods
°
41%
°
/0 42
15 /°
2%
0%
100%
Preserve natural areas (including
open spaces, wetlands & woodlands)
47%
34%
15%
3%
1%
100%
Maintain the City's strong financial
position (AAA Bond Rating/reserves)
46%
35%
18%
1%
0%
100%
Make annual investments in parks
and recreation/cultural facilities
37% 0
41 0 /°
17%
4%
1 %
100%
Work cooperatively with
neighboring communities /other
36%
42%
19%
2%
1%
100%
public entities
Focus on enhancing communication
between the City and its citizens
°
31%
°
/° 40
26 ° /°
2%
0%
100%
Expand economic development
investments to broaden the tax base
32%
38%
21%
6%
4%
100%
Adjust new and existing services to
address the changing demographics
27%
43%
22%
5%
2%
100%
Promote services and programs for
24%
41%
30%
4%
1 %
100%
seniors
Expand investments in economic
development areas (Downtown, etc.)
24%
37%
27%
9%
3%
100%
Expand and enhance recreational
and cultural programs
19%
38%
33%
8%
2%
100%
Improve customer service emphasis
for City employees
16%
36%
42%
4%
2%
100%
Custom Question 4
Are you a student at The University of Iowa?
Percent of respondents
No
95%
Yes
5%
Total
100%
The National Citizen SurveyTM
52
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:19 AM
To: hpmanagement @gwestoffice.net
Cc: Council
Subject: Recycling
Dear Landlord,
My name is Mitchel Wantock and I live at 620 South Dodge. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Mitchel Wantock
mitchel- wantocknuiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:37 AM
To: admin @apartmentsiniowacity.com
Cc: Spencer, Brooke A; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Hodge Construction,
My name is Brooke Spencer and I live at 119 Myrtle. I am writing to you to request recycling services
for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that
reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my
building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Brooke Spencer
brooke- spencerguiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:34 AM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council
Dear Apartments Downtown
My name is Katy and I live at 551 S. Linn #5. I am writing to you to request recycling services for my
building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that reflected
in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my building as
I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial implications of
such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the recycling
centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service directly
provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Katy Beightol
katy -bei htg_olguiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:25 AM
To: hpmanagement @qwestoffice.net
Cc: Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Tony Vespa,
My name is Jill Holaday and I live at 1018 Westside Drive. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Jill Holaday
j ill- holadEguiowa. edu
Marian Karr
From:
UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:24 AM
To:
inquiry@prestigeprop.com
Cc:
Georgia.zhuozhihuang @gmail.com; Council
Subject:
Recycling Request
Dear Prestige,
My name is Zhuozhi Huang, and I live at 626 S. Van Buren St. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.icg_ov.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Zhuozhi Huang
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:23 AM
To: ASI_MANAGEMENT @yahoo.com
Cc: coltend1@g mail. com; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear ASI Rentals,
My name is Colten Duccini and I live at 630 South Capitol Street. I am writing to you to request
recycling services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would
like to see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be
added for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the
financial implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am
aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi- family residences to have this
service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.or ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Colten Duccini,
coltendl ( amail.com
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:01 PM
To: admin @apartmentsiniowacity.com
Cc: Ding, Jeffrey; Council
Subject: Recycling Request
Dear Hodge Property management
My name is Jeffrey Ding and I live at 28 Valley Avenue. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey Ding
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 201312:52 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council; Collins, Corey C
Subject: Apartment recycling
Dear Apartments Downtown,
My name is Corey and I live at 308 S. Gilbert. I am writing to you to request recycling services for my
building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that reflected
in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my building as
I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial implications of
such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the recycling
centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service directly
provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.icizov.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Corey Collins
corey- collinsguiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:44 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council; Phillips, Elisabeth K
Subject: Request for Recycling
Dear Apartments Downtown,
My name is Elisabeth phillips) and I live at (327 E. College). I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program http://www.icgov.org/?id=2173
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Elisabeth Phillips
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:40 PM
To: hpmanagement @qwestoffice.net
Cc: Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Heritage,
My name is Danielle and I live at 629 S Johnson. I am writing to you to request recycling services for
my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that
reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my
building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og vor ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Danielle Ostrander
danielleostranderngmail.com
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg- recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:38 PM
To: anc @apartmentsnearcampus.com
Cc: bspgt @hotmail.com; Council
Subject: Recycling Request
Dear Apartments Near Campus
My name is Bradley Pollpeter and I live at 318 Ridgeland Ave., Apt. 11. I am writing to you to request
recycling services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would
like to see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be
added for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the
financial implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences. I hope you will consider this
request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.or ?id =2173) very informative and I would
appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and costs of adding the recycling
services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Bradley Pollpeter
Marian Karr
From:
UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:36 PM
To:
nicoleparsons @westwindsrealestate.com
Cc:
Council
Subject:
Apartment Recycling
Dear (Westwinds Management),
My name is (Micah Stack) and I live at (2742 Triple Crown Lane #4). I am writing to you to request
recycling services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would
like to see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be
added for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the
financial implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am
aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this
service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (hap: / /www.icgov.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
(Micah Stack)
(micahstackggmail.com)
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:30 PM
To: CruiseApartments @aol.com
Cc: Slattery, Kelsey R; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Cruise Apartments,
My name is Kelsey and I live at 1136 N Dubuque St. I am writing to you to request recycling services
for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that
reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my
building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og vor ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Kelsey Slattery
Kelsey- slattery_&uiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:28 PM
To: hpmanagement @qwestoffice.net
Cc: Council
Subject: Recycling services
Dear Heritage Property Management,
My name is Naomi Prager and I live at 711 East Burlington Street Apt 7. I am writing to you to request
recycling services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would
like to see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be
added for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the
financial implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am
aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this
service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.icg_ov.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Naomi Prager
N.M.Prager@gmail.com
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:26 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Blankers, Christopher G; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Downtown Apartments,
My name is Chris Blankers and I live at 316 Ridgeland Ave. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Chris Blankers
christopher - blanker guiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:10 PM
To: parkplace @barkerapartments.com
Cc: Apanek720 @hotmail.com; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear ParkPlace Apartment,
My name is Ashley and I live at 12612 nd St Coralville, Iowa I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og vorg / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Ashley Panek
Apanek7202hotmail.com
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:09 PM
To: westgate @barkerapartments.com
Cc: Li, Yifei; Council
Dear (Westgate Villa at Barker Apartment),
My name is (Yifei) and I live at (632 westgate st Apt 40). I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
(Yifei)
(yifei- li- 2nuiowa.edu)
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 12:03 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Tseng, Hao Wei; Council
Subject: Request for Recycling Services
Dear Apartment downtown,
My name is Allen Tseng and I live at 436 S. Johnson St. Apt 1. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program httv://www.icgov.org/?id=2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Allen Tseng
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:17 PM
To: CruiseApartments @aol.com
Cc: Council; Stuart, Carmen T
Subject: Recycling Request
Dear Cruise Properties
My name is Carmen and I live at 631 S. Van Buren. I am writing to you to request recycling services
for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that
reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my
building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Carmen Stuart
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:59 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Kuntz, Katherine A; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Apts Downtown Manager,
My name is Katie Kuntz and I live at katherine- kuntz@uiowa.edu. I am writing to you to request
recycling services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would
like to see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be
added for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the
financial implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am
aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this
service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Katie Kuntz
katherine- kuntzguiowa. edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:54 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council; Hua, Nate P
Subject: Request for Recycling Services
Dear Apartments Downtown
My name is Nate Hua and I live at 118 n johnson st apt 2. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (httn: / /www.ic og vorg / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Nate Hua
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:53 PM
To: seville @barkerapartments.com
Cc: Council; liugil03l @hotmaii.com
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Seville Apartments Manager,
My name is Qi Liu and I live at F210. I am writing to you to request recycling services for my building.
I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to see that reflected in the
management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added for my building as I do
not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial implications of such a
service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the recycling centers in
town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service directly provided as is the
case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.icgov.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Qi Liu
liuqi1031@hotmail.com
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:47 PM
To: jjapartments @gmail.com
Cc: Council; mbuni @msn.com
Subject: Recycling Request
Dear J &J Apartments ,
My name is Michael Beall and I live at 911 E Washington ST #1. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.icgov.org/ ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Michael Beall
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:37 PM
To: CruiseApartments @aol.com
Cc: Council; Brown, Joelle M
Subject: Recycling Request
Dear Cruise Properties
My name is Joelle Brown and I live at 631 S. Van Buren Street. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs.
I am aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to
have this service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Joelle Brown
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:27 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Apartments Downtown,
My name is Sara Petersen and I live at 328 East Washington. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og vorg / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Sara Petersen
sara- i-petersenguiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From:
UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:19 PM
To:
Liz @hawkeyecampus.com
Cc:
Council; Pietro, Amy M
Subject:
Apartment Recycling
Dear Hawkeye Campus Property,
My name is Amy Pietro and I live at (319 E Court Street). I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og vorg / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Amy Pietro
AM- pietro&uiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 2:17 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Tibbitts, Madelyn N; Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Apartments Downtown Manager,
My name is Madelyn Tibbitts and I live at 806 E. College St. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic o� vorg / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Madelyn Tibbitts
madelyn- tibbitts@,uiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From:
UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 2:45 PM
To:
anc @apartmentsnearcampus.com
Cc:
Baker, Zach J; Council
Subject:
Apartment Recycling
Dear Apartments Near Campus Manager,
My name is Zach Baker and I live at 318 Ridgeland Avenue. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi- family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program http://www.icizov.org/?id=2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide. Sincerely,
Zach Baker
zach- bakerguiowa.edu
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:28 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Apartments Downtown,
My name is John Davison and I live at 806 E Colllege Street apt 8. 1 am writing to you to request
recycling services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would
like to see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be
added for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the
financial implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am
aware of the recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this
service directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og vorg / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
John Davison
john -davi songuiowa. edu
-T.l
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:33 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Apartments Downtown,
My name is Josh Woodard and I live at 316 Ridgeland Avenue. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi- family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services.
Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Josh Woodard
jawoodardguiowa.edu
2:,V, -1
Marian Karr
From: UISG Recycling <uisg - recycling @uiowa.edu>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:37 PM
To: aptsdowntown @gmail.com
Cc: Council
Subject: Apartment Recycling
Dear Sabra Cacho,
My name is Sabra Cacho and I live at 408 S Van Buren. I am writing to you to request recycling
services for my building. I believe recycling is an important part of a sustainable lifestyle and I would like to
see that reflected in the management of my building. I would like to request that a recycling service be added
for my building as I do not currently have access to recycling services at my residence. I recognize the financial
implications of such a service; however, I am willing to share in covering any potential costs. I am aware of the
recycling centers in town; however, I think it is important for multi - family residences to have this service
directly provided as is the case in so many other city residences.
I hope you will consider this request. I found the results of this pilot program (http: / /www.ic og v.org / ?id =2173)
very informative and I would appreciate it if you would take the time to read through it and see the benefits and
costs of adding the recycling services. Thank you for your time and for any support you may provide.
Sincerely,
Sabra Cacho
408 S Van Buren
CITY OF IOWA CITY Lpg
MEMORANDUM
Date: November 6, 2013
To: Tom Markus, City Manager
From: Kristopher Ackerson, Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: Iowa DOT Statewide Bike and Ped Plan
The enclosed announcement provides information about this statewide planning initiative
being undertaken by the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT). The outcome of this
planning process will be a plan that provides guidance to DOT engineers and planners as
transportation projects are developed. Our staff has been invited to provide input, and several
public input sessions will be held across the state.
We will keep you apprised of any relevant issues or opportunities to offer input as the project
progresses. Please contact me if you have any questions about this topic.
CC
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John Yapp
WWe Departmerrt
INP of 7mnsportalion
BICYCLE & PEDEmim I.oNG -RANGE PLAN PROJEcrINFORMATION
Project Overview
Toole
SNYDER aAssodATEs
evnaraad Plemm
Walking and biking are proven ways to improve the quality of life for all of us, providing healthy alternatives for people to get where
they need to go. Many Iowans have embraced bicycling and walking for both recreation and daily transportation. Iowa's extensive
trails system continues to evolve and recreational events such as Iowa's RAGBRAI event each July continues to grow in popularity.
Moving forward, the Iowa DOT has made a commitment to its customers to develop a Bicycle and Pedestrian Long -Range Plan to
expand opportunities and further improve conditions for bicycling and walking across the state.
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Long -Range Plan has three key objectives:
• Align with national best practices, Including the federal transportation funding bill and national guidelines for bikeway and
trail development.
• Develop a list of priorities to expand the bikeway and trails system between and within cities.
• Help state and local agencies to put the plan in place by providing tools forfunding and design.
Upon its completion, this plan will serve as the primary plan for guiding decisions regarding bicycle and pedestrian programs and
facilities, including sidewalks, trails, bike lanes, paved shoulders, and other trail elements. It wilt also help achieve a better level of
statewide coordination and continuity for all levels of bicycle and pedestrian mobility through regional, county, and city plans and
programs.
Study Process
The timeline for the development of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Long -Range Plan is approximately a$ months, with the finished
plan set to be released in October 2014. The following summarizes the parts of this project.
Public participation
Ask our customers to give us their opinions online and in public meetings to be held across the state. This also includes online
surveys, project update emails and updates to the Iowa DOT's Facebook and Twitter pages.
Review existing conditions
Review the Iowa DOT's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program, the state transportation budget, and existing policies and practices
pertaining to bicycle and pedestrian travel. Assess the bicycle and pedestrian network (consisting of bikeways, paved shoulders,
paths, shared roads, etc.) for connectivity and comfort.
Bicycle and pedestrian facility recommendations
Develop a vision, goals, and objectives for the plan based on public and stakeholder input. Recommend changes to policies and
practices (complete streets policy, performance measures, design policies, etc.). Propose improvements to bicycle and pedestrian
facilities (sidewalks, bike lanes, trails, paved shoulders, etc.), identify additional state and national bicycle routes and prioritize the
development of the state's primary trail system (level 1 trails).
Funding and other strategies
Develop a set of tools to maximize state, regional, and local financial resources; create design guidelines (based on national best -
practices) for use by the Iowa DOT and local agencies; and prioritize the completion of the state's primary trail network.
Plan development
Draftthe Bicycle and Pedestrian Long -Range Plan that details the work performed underthe various tasks listed above.
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Project Timeline
Fall 2013
Hold initial meetings with steering committees, public and stakeholder meetings, review plans and policies, data collection, assess
existing conditions.
Winter nosy
Assess existing conditions; develop vision, goals and objectives; develop policy recommendations; ongoing meetings with steering
committees.
Spring nosy
Analyze U.S. bicycle route and level i trail opportunities, develop priorities and performance measures, create funding tools,
prepare design guidelines, ongoing meetings with steering committees.
Summer 2o14
Prepare draft plan, present to public for 6o -day review period, ongoing meetings steering committees.
Fall 2014
Revise and finalize plan, present to the Iowa Transportation Commission.
Learn Mor
Project website (http:l /www.iowadot.govlbike eeddplan)
Visit the project website for more information, notices of public meetings, and to leave comments.
Email
Provide your email address on the sign -in sheet (do not choose to "opt out" of the project mailing list) or visit the project website to
sign up for email updates.
Facebook & Twitter
"Like° Iowa DOT's Facebook page (www.facebook.comliowadot). Follow @lowaDOT and #IowaBikePlan on Twitter for the latest
updates and discussion.
Contact Information
For further information and to provide additional input, please contact:
Iowa DOT
Milly Ortiz— Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator
Milly.Ortiz@DOT.lowa.gov
515-233-7733
Toole Design Group
Tom Huber — Project Manager
Adam Wood, AICP
thuber@tooledesign.com
awood@tooledesign.com
6o8- 663 -8080
6o8- 663 -8o82 (x402)
Snyder & Associates
Rich Voelker, PE
Brenna Fall, PE
rmvoelker@snyder - associates.com
bfall @snyder- associates.com
525 -964 -2020
,S.5- 964 -2020
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Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County
Date: October 24, 2013
To: Tom Markus, Iowa City City Manager
From: Kristopher Ackerson, Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: Park Road /Ferson Avenue Crosswalk Study
This memorandum provides information about an upcoming study to evaluate the effectiveness
of new crosswalk signs at the intersection of Park Road and Ferson Avenue.
Background
Over the summer, the City and School District coordinated the relocation of a crossing guard
from Park Road /Ferson Avenue to Scott Boulevard /Court Street. When the school year began in
August the City received feedback from Lincoln Elementary parents that the Park /Ferson
intersection should be equipped with additional crossing aids. Since there are no stop -
controlled intersections nearby for students to use we are conducting a pilot study to test the
effectiveness of pedestrian actuated crosswalk warning signs with flashing amber lights.
Example of flashing pedestrian warning signs Source: Google images
The study will evaluate traffic circulation, speed data (before and after), pedestrian volumes,
and yielding rates when the lights are flashing (before and after). This study may result in (1)
removing the signs altogether and not recommending use in the community, (2) developing
standards for use of the sign in other locations, or (3) developing standards for use of the sign.
We will specifically analyze how the signs may fit into our overall school crosswalk strategies. To
be clear, there is no guarantee that the signs will be left at the pilot crossing. It may be
determined that the signs are ineffective or are a useful tool but that the pilot intersection
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might not be the highest need on the priority list; in that case they may be removed and
relocated to another intersection in the community.
Staff contacted the school district to gauge interest in partnering on future applications if the
signs prove to be effective. For instance, if the district is providing discretionary bussing that
could be discontinued after these signs were installed, could district staff foresee cost sharing
on future installations (beyond the pilot)? For reference, the cost for the equipment (not
including installation) for one crosswalk is approximately $7,000. Dr. David Dude, Chief
Operating Officer, shared his support for the pilot project and belief that pedestrian safety is
the City's purview, but he did not completely rule out the possibility of cost sharing on future
sites.
Conclusion
Staff anticipates the new signs will be installed during the month of November and will be
collecting before and after data to evaluate the effectiveness of the signs. Upon completion of
the evaluation, we will submit the results to you with recommendations on next steps. Please
contact me anytime with questions at 356 -5247 or Kristopher- Ackerson @Iowa- City.org.
CC: Jeff Davidson
Esme Davis
David Dude
Rick Fosse
Geoff Fruin
John Yapp
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2013 Downtown District Plant Project Summary
aintaining beauty in a
challenging urban
environment is difficult,
but messages like this one keep me
volunteering:
Linda, I cannot begin to express my
gratitude for tall the beautiful work
you and your team have done in
downtown Iowa City these past few
years. My vision for the cutout in
front of the yoga studio is
EXACTLY what all your tender
care, transplanting and watering has
blossomed into. Thank you from the
bottom of my heart. XO (date: Sept.
29,2013)
Volunteering in the downtown can be difficult in so many ways, but the rewards are much greater.
Many people enjoy the effort. This is my sixth year of volunteering with Iowa City Park employee Sheri
Thomas and her central business district staff. Work begins in late April and continues through the end
of October. The following is a brief summary of our activities.
Earth Day - the beginning 2013
40 blocks, 25 volunteers and 62.5 total hours of service
25 student - athletes and volunteers met at 9 a.m. Sunday, April 21, the day before Earth Day, at the
Lucas Square Fountain on the Pedestrian Mall near the Sheraton Iowa City Hotel to clean up planters
and pick up litter in the downtown district in a project named, "Clean Sweep."
MidAmerican Energy donated gloves and trash bags for the 11 team leaders and 14 student - athletes
who gathered to work on the project.
Notices placed in Master Gardeners Thymes and Project GREEN newsletters to recruit team leaders. City
of Iowa City volunteer coordinator Carol Sweeting connected the Downtown District Plant Project to the
United Way Day of Caring via Patti Fields. Memos and text messages were sent to volunteers reminding
them of the date and time to meet and duties.
Volunteers worked until 11:30 a.m. cleaning planters, collecting trash and removing flyers from public
kiosks in the downtown district and Northside Marketplace. The effort represented a collective 62.5
hours of volunteer service. Crews cleaned streets from Court Street on the south to Iowa Avenue on the
north, and from Clinton Street on the west to Gilbert Street on the east. And in the Northside
Johnson County Master Gardeners
2013 Downtown District Plant Project yearend report
Marketplace, volunteers canvassed from Jefferson Street on the south to Bloomington on the north, and
Dubuque Street to Gilbert Street on the east.
More than 15 bags of trash were collected. Team leaders represented Downtown District, Johnson
County Master Gardeners, Project GREEN, City of Iowa City, Community Foundation of Johnson County
and 50 / 50 in 2020.
Numerous photos of the project were taken and the Press - Citizen ran an article on Monday, April 22,
2013 on page 3, Local News.
By the end of June, the Iowa City Downtown District identified "Clean and Green" as one of the 2012-
2013 Highlights in the "IC Progress" report stating: "One for the top priorities the ICDD is to ensure that
the ICDD is clean and green. Powerwashing sidewalks, working with businesses to purchase flower
planters, supporting volunteers that donate and plant greenery in the public planters, and working on
methods to reduce litter, help maintain our public realm and the large volumes of pedestrian traffic
Downtown and in the Northside neighborhood."
Throughout the summer during weekend watering, DDPP launched its own "butt out" campaign, picking
cigarette butts out of the planters and off sidewalks while watering planters.
ix months (April through October) equaling 206 hours resulted in more than 693 perennial and
annual plants added to multiple beds in the downtown area — bringing the grand total to 5,190
plants added in the six -year period. This year, donations were received from Project GREEN - 60;
Nancy Fisher - 36; Connie Goeb - 20; Quality Care - 276 and Linda Schreiber - 301).
In early July, Quality Care donated annual plants that were planted in three major Iowa City flower beds:
at the head of the Pedestrian Mall at Washington and Dubuque streets and in two large beds in City
Park. City officials expressed their appreciation for plantings as the 2013 flooding destroyed beds at City
Park and it was too late in the year to acquire replacement plants.
Johnson County Master Gardeners
2013 Downtown District Plant Project yearend report
What a difference a month makes (July to August) in the City Park beds! In spite of a flash drought, the
beds are beautiful! Note the area behind the image on the left is bare and ready to plant grass seed.
The
entrance to the Pedestrian Mall is one of
the busiest in Downtown Iowa City. The
city removed two pine trees that were
blocking pedestrian views of oncoming
traffic. The plantings of annual flowers
greatly enhanced the area. City crews
assisted with the Pedestrian Mall entrance
and City Park plantings, and both were
accomplished on two of the hottest days
in July!
By October these City planter beds were in full bloom and beauty
Johnson County Master Gardeners
2013 Downtown District Plant Project yearend report
The water main break along Washington Street created havoc for downtown businesses and watering
efforts in that area stalled a couple of weeks this summer. Numerous canna bulbs were added to nine
Downtown planters heightened awareness of all plants and created visual interest along Washington,
Clinton and Burlington streets.
Police tape along the Discerning Eye planter along
Washington Street keeps pedestrians away from the
crews working on the water main break. This planter
was planted in 2008, and annual and perennial plants
have been added every year since.
Teddy's Burgers along Washington Street near
Street was installed in 2012 with assistance by
students. For a first year planter the results are
. new soil and no competition from urban
nutrients and moisture resulted in optimum
conditions.
The
planter in
front of
Gilbert
U REACH
amazing..
trees for
growing
The soil in this planter has been tested as no fertilizers have been added since the installation.
Gabe's Tavern at Washington and Gilbert street corner. This planter
was planted three years ago (2011). Three trees have since been
removed, and the bed is beginning to thrive with very little fertilizer
assistance. The bed had sedum, iris, day lilies, canna and a few hosta.
A city - planted hardy rose and spirea provide additional interest for
pedestrians.
The first Downtown Garden Oases Tour was held
Friday, July 27, with Project GREEN volunteers and
Master Gardeners and interns. City staff joined the
tour to offer a critic and recommendations for future
plantings.
Johnson County Master Gardeners
2013 Downtown District Plant Project yearend report
Again this year, University of Iowa REACH (autistic) third -year students helped with the Downtown
District Plant Project. Students helped transplant iris and day lilies, prepared beds for winter and
collected seeds of annual plants. We worked in 11 planters. Students have a wide range of abilities,
check on the planters throughout the academic year. Students below are planting iris — 23 hills of 3 to 5
iris were planted in this bed located near Ecumenical Towers — and cleaned planters for winter.
Currently, we are working Iowa City Downtown District to have a
window sign created that will be placed in businesses near planters
that recognize the work of UI students helping with plant project. (Sadly, signs that have been placed in
the planters are quickly removed.) Business window signs will expand recognition and appreciation for
the effort to improve the environment downtown.
In addition to the downtown, City staff connected me to residents who requested plantings for
Brookland Park on Myrtle Street, and a few hosta were planted late fall. Planting of this area will
continue in the spring.
Challenges (of planting in an urban environment): Pedestrians and dogs walking through planters
compacting soil and destroying plants, poor soil or no soil nutrients, high heat and limited water supply.
Successes: Shoppers, workers, students and visitors in the downtown appreciate the blooming flowers
and frequently stop to ask questions. Occasional media stories create awareness and help protect beds
from trespass. DDPP has created new opportunities to work with City employees and Downtown District
to improve the natural environment. DDPP is experiencing success in determining which plants to install
in the most difficult areas downtown.
Linda Schreiber
November 2013
Johnson County Master Gardeners
2013 Downtown District Plant Project yearend report
Pictured are a few of the plants that were new to planters in 2013.
Johnson County Master Gardeners
2013 Downtown District Plant Project yearend report
Evening Primrose and Cleome
Four o'clock
Mexican sunflower and Zinnia
IP11
To: City of Iowa City
From: Bill Simpson
Subj: Information
I have been retired since 2007. 1 owned and operated a security business here in Iowa City for
many years. During my time in business I generated many jobs on our local economy and gave
back frequently and donated to the "shop with a cop" program for year after year along with
the "bowl for kid sake "and many other types of things. During my time in business and prior to
my retirement I was kept very busy as a hand on owner and manager. I maintained a good
relationship with the local police in Iowa City and Coralville and many clients as well.
That's a little bit about myself and now I would like to mention what I have noticed since my
very busy days of operating a business locally. I have seen a lack of maintaining the meridians or
the lack of proper maintenance. This too means intersections where weeds domintate and no
or poor trimming is well noticed. I guess I wonder why we can't we have a city and community
that appears well kept similar to all the communities we border or is in the same county. Such
as Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, Solon and others. Coralville hires a local company to maintain
their intersections and meridans and it always looks well kempt.
I realize Iowa City does a great job maintaining services to all people who reside in this
community. However I and others think maintaining our intersections and meridans during
Spring, Summer and Fall should be a priority.
, o oxG 0
162 Paddock Circle
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
November 5, 2013
Bill Simpson
162 Paddock Circle
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mr. Simpson:
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240 -1826
(319) 356 -5000
(319) 356 -5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
Thank you for your letter about maintenance of medians and intersections. I agree with you that we
would like our medians and intersections to look better. The Highway 6 and Highway 1 corridors have
looked especially rough this year because of construction.
Aside from construction, we are working to improve the coordination between the Parks Department,
Public Works Department and Project Green (a private, non - profit origination) who all work together to
maintain our public right -of -ways. As with most agencies, we face the issue of limited resources. In
Iowa City, we face the additional challenge of trying to limit the aggressive use of chemicals. This does
have an impact on how neat and tidy thing look.
We look forward to next year when we can resume regular mowing and maintenance along Highways 1
& 6. The new asphalt and paved shoulders will really help with the appearance and will reduce traffic
noise.
Thanks again for your letter. If you have specific locations you would like to point out, please let us
know.
Sincerely,
ick,F sse
Pu " is Works Director
Cc: Tom Markus, City Manager
Mike Moran, Parks & Recreation Director
BUILDING PERMIT INFORMATION
October 2013
KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS
Type of Improvement :
ADD - Addition
ALT - Alteration
REP - Repair
FND - Foundation Only
NEW -New
OTH - Other type of construction
Type of Use:
RSF - Residential Single Family
RDF - Residential Duplex
RMF - Three or more residential
RAC - Residential Accessory Building
MIX - Mixed
NON - Non - residential
OTH - Other
IP12
Page : 2 City of Iowa City
Date : 11/1/2013 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 10/1/2013
From : 10/31/2013 Census Bureau Report
TV-e— Tyne
Permit Number Name Address Imnr Use Stories
BLD13 -00726 NEW PIONEER'S COOP SOCI 22 S VAN BUREN ST ADD NON 1
Install larger freezer at rear of building
Units Valuation
0 $17,000
Total ADD/NON permits: 1 Total Valuation : $17,000
BLD 13 -00653 MICHAEL & ANNIE GAVIN
10 HEATHER DR
ADD RSF
interior remodel of second floor add bedroom
BLD12 -00741 ANN L CONNORS
301 RICHARDS ST
ADD RSF
14' x 20' single story attached garage with breezeway
to house
BLD13 -00636 GARY J & MARCELINE L WC
117 N MOUNT VERNON DI
ADD RSF
Construct a 12' x 16' room addition and a 16' x I F uncovered deck
BLD13 -00718 NICHOLAS J MARTIN
1618 WILSON ST
ADD RSF
2nd floor addition to garage for accessory apartment and proposed loft in house
BLD13 -00624 MARK A & ROSEMARY M FI.
245 STANWYCK DR
ADD RSF
16'c 16' room addition(heated) and a 10' x20' uncovered wood deck
BLD13 -00643 DEMENT, IRIS L
727 GRANT ST
ADD RSF
Add covered rear porch
BLD13 -00722 BOWLUS, DAWN M
1609 E COURT ST
ADD RSF
250sf free standing deck, convert abandoned second floor kitchen to bedroom
BLD13 -00721 PRIME VENTURES CONSTRI
1161 WILDCAT LN
ADD RSF
12' x 12' screen porch
BLD 13 -00651 PAUL J & JANET M ABBAS
40 PENFRO DR
ADD RSF
5' x 9' front porch(uncovered)
BLD13 -00706 DAWNE M DEPPE
223 S WESTMINSTER ST
ADD RSF
10' x 18' screen porch
BLD13 -00652 JUDY A STREIT
1630 DERWEN DR
ADD RSF
Uncovered wood deck
BLD13 -00705 TIM CULLIVAN
720 2ND AVE
ADD RSF
10'x 20' uncovered wood deck
BLD 13 -00656 MATTHEW D & SARA R KRII
63 WAKEFIELD CT
ADD RSF
14' x 20' 2nd level deck with stairs to grade
BLD13 -00672 JOYCE LAUGHLIN
320 COLLEGE CT
ADD RSF
12' x 12' uncovered wood deck
BLD13 -00697 MAGDALENO VALENCIO
1205 LAURA DR 89
ADD RSF
Install temporary ramp on concrete pads
BLD13 -00673 CATHERINE J RAZAVI
126 FRIENDSHIP ST
ADD RSF
Landing and stairs
BLD13 -00584 WILLIAM T DOWNING
Renovation of Suite 201 Level 2.
ELECTRONIC
BLD13 -00635 WILL HOFMANN
Interior alteration of video store to Cellular place.
[ELECTRONIC]
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
$147,590
$44,000
$40,000
$40,000
$39,273
$7,500
$7,000
$6,500
$6,000
$6,000
$5,000
$4,500
$3,000
$3,000
$1,000
$800
Total ADD/RSF permits: 16 Total Valuation : $361,163
540 JEFFERSON ST SUITE. ALT NON 1
1705 BOYRUM ST ALT NON 1
0 $770,613
0 $150,400
Page: 3 City of Iowa City
Date: 11/1/2013 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 10/1/2013
From : 10/31/2013 Census Bureau Report
BLD13 -00725 STEVE ANDERSON 820 RONALDS ST ALT RAC 1 0 $4,500
Relace south wall of garage
Total ALT /RAC permits: I Total Valuation : $4,500
BLD13 -00675 MAY, SUSAN ELIZABETH 804 DEWEY ST ALT RDF 1 0 $11,000
Install screen porch over existing deck
BLD13 -00662 MILSTER, KATHRYN J 915 SCOTT PARK DR ALT RDF 0 0 $2,375
Replace steps off of deck
Total ALT /RDF permits: 2 Total Valuation : $13,375
BLD13 -00676 HACAP INC
1926 -46 BROADWAY ST
Type
Type
0
$274,000
Interior and exterior alterations to units of both buildings
Permit Number Name
Address
Impr
Use
Stories Units
Valuation
BLD13 -00701 JOHNSON COUNTY
4810 MELROSE AVE
ALT
NON
1
0
$125,000
Foundation for moved building and install walk door and overhead doors
BLD13 -00138 MARTIN R GAFFEY
815 BOWERY ST
ALT
BLD13 -00637 PLAZA CENTRE ASSOCIATE'
125 S DUBUQUE ST
ALT
NON
0
0
$58,500
Convert tennant space to hot dog restaurant
BLD13 -00714 TWO CITIES LLC
612 S VAN BUREN ST
ALT
RMF 3
0
BLD13 -00632 MEDIACOM COMMUNICATI
546 SOUTHGATE AVE
ALT
NON
1
0
$35,800
Interior remodel of the building
Total ALT /RMF permits: 4
Total Valuation :
$327,840
BLD13 -00644 TOM BREESE
319 S LINN ST
ALT
NON
0
0
$32,000
Interior remodel of space
BLD13 -00666 MARK SEABOLD
2525 N DODGE ST
ALT
NON
0
0
$25,000
Relocate bar and equipment to sprinklered side of firewall
[ELECTRONIC]
BLD13 -00658 HIDALGO PROPERTIES LLC
1930 S GILBERT ST
ALT
NON
0
0
$20,000
Convert four work areas in four separate offices
BLD13 -00703 EASTDALEPLAZA
17005 1STAVE
ALT
NON
0
0
$19,000
Entry structure for mall(eastside)
BLD13 -00648 TOWNCREST INTERNAL ME
2460 TOWNCREST DR
ALT
NON
0
0
$15,000
Install three nonstructual walls in lower level
BLD13 -00660 MARC B MOEN
118 E COLLEGE ST
ALT
NON
0
0
$12,500
Install concession stand
Total ALT /NON permits : 11
Total Valuation :
$1,263,813
BLD13 -00725 STEVE ANDERSON 820 RONALDS ST ALT RAC 1 0 $4,500
Relace south wall of garage
Total ALT /RAC permits: I Total Valuation : $4,500
BLD13 -00675 MAY, SUSAN ELIZABETH 804 DEWEY ST ALT RDF 1 0 $11,000
Install screen porch over existing deck
BLD13 -00662 MILSTER, KATHRYN J 915 SCOTT PARK DR ALT RDF 0 0 $2,375
Replace steps off of deck
Total ALT /RDF permits: 2 Total Valuation : $13,375
BLD13 -00676 HACAP INC
1926 -46 BROADWAY ST
ALT
RMF 2
0
$274,000
Interior and exterior alterations to units of both buildings
BLD13 -00668 JOHN L& LINDAK DASHER
926 FOSTER RD
ALT
RMF 0
0
$45,800
Interior alteration to unit
BLD13 -00138 MARTIN R GAFFEY
815 BOWERY ST
ALT
RMF 2
0
$7,040
Window replacement
BLD13 -00714 TWO CITIES LLC
612 S VAN BUREN ST
ALT
RMF 3
0
$1,000
Replace stairs and handrail /guard
Total ALT /RMF permits: 4
Total Valuation :
$327,840
BLD13 -00689 ALI & ERIN LOGAN I WELLESLEY WAY ALT RSF 0 0 $45,000
Kitchen and laundry remodel
Page:
4
City of Iowa City
Date:
11/1/2013
Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To :
From :
10/1/2013
10/31/2013
Census Bureau Report
BLD13 -00659 NICK LINDSLEY 500 S CLINTON ST FND NON 0 0 $3,546,662
Foundation for MidWestOne Operations Center
[ELECTRONIC]
Total FND/NON permits: 1 Total Valuation : $3,546,662
BLD13 -00492 PARKER DOBBERSTEIN 505 E WASHINGTON ST NEW MIX 4 24 $5,000,000
New 30,000sf 4 story multi -use building 24 dwelling units on 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors, commercial on ground
floor[ELECTRONIC]
Total NEW/MIX permits: 1 Total Valuation : $5,000,000
BLD13 -00634 THOMAS DEAN SCHOLZ 420 FERSON AVE NEW RAC 1 0 $40,000
26'x 28' detached garage
BLD13 -00679 PAT & WILFRED ECKHARDT 514 N LINN ST NEW RAC 1 0 $35,000
22'x 22' detached garage
Twe
Type
Permit Number Name Address
Imvr
Use
Stories
Units
Valuation
BLD13 -00690 MARTY J & ANN L MAIERS 4851 SOUTHCHASE CT
ALT
RSF
1
0
$43,500
Partial kitchen remodel and convert screen porch to four season
BLD13 -00640 PATRICK RAY COYLE 1126 E BURLINGTON ST
ALT
RSF
0
0
$30,000
Kitchen remodel, roof framing, move sink and replace windows
[HISTORICAL]
BLD13 -00657 PRO HOME SOLUTIONS 1242 DUCK CREEK DR
ALT
RSF
0
0
$20,000
Replacement windows, remodel of kitchen and bathrooms and covered front porch
BLD13 -00711 TODD R BURZYNSKI 815 N DODGE ST
ALT
RSF
1
0
$20,000
Convert covered porch to three season/creat patio /install footings to 42" below grade
BLD13 -00661 BRIAN H & SUSAN P LEHM.A 11 MONTROSE AVE
ALT
RSF
1
0
$18,000
Bathroom remodel
BLD13 -00710 ROBERT E SHAVER 1603 CROSBY LN
ALT
RSF
1
0
$16,890
14' x 16' uncovered deck, tow egress windows in basement and install furnace /air conditioning
BLD13 -00677 DRAGONFLY PROPERTIES Il 913 MAGGARD ST
ALT
RSF
0
0
$5,000
Basement finish
BLD13 -00709 ROB & KELLI MILLER 836 KESWICK DR
ALT
RSF
1
0
$4,700
Install kitchen island and lighting
BLD13 -00696 ROBERT A & JOLYNNE ETSC 1209 GUILDFORD CT
ALT
RSF
1
0
$4,000
Replace rear deck
BLD13 -00646 JOSEPH B & DOROTHY W T1 529 TERRACE RD
ALT
RSF
0
0
$3,200
Install egress window
BLD13 -00647 BRYAN W STEUSSY 1521 E COURT ST
ALT
RSF
0
0
$3,200
Egress window
BLD13 -00681 YING YU 2149 BANCROFT DR
ALT
RSF
1
0
$2,700
Install landing with stairs to grade off rear of home and a 3' x 10' at grade platform in
front
BLD13 -00664 JERALD A& JULIE N RAAZ 3610 GLASTONBURY ST
ALT
RSF
0
0
$1,000
Replace stairs from sidewalk to front door
BLD12 -00204 TODD R BURZYNSKI 815 N DODGE ST
ALT
RSF
2
1
$0
Convert duplex to single family dwelling
Total ALT/RSF permits: 15
Total Valuation
:
$217,190
BLD13 -00659 NICK LINDSLEY 500 S CLINTON ST FND NON 0 0 $3,546,662
Foundation for MidWestOne Operations Center
[ELECTRONIC]
Total FND/NON permits: 1 Total Valuation : $3,546,662
BLD13 -00492 PARKER DOBBERSTEIN 505 E WASHINGTON ST NEW MIX 4 24 $5,000,000
New 30,000sf 4 story multi -use building 24 dwelling units on 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors, commercial on ground
floor[ELECTRONIC]
Total NEW/MIX permits: 1 Total Valuation : $5,000,000
BLD13 -00634 THOMAS DEAN SCHOLZ 420 FERSON AVE NEW RAC 1 0 $40,000
26'x 28' detached garage
BLD13 -00679 PAT & WILFRED ECKHARDT 514 N LINN ST NEW RAC 1 0 $35,000
22'x 22' detached garage
Page : 5 City of Iowa City
Date: 11/1/2013 Extraction of Building Permit Data for
To: 10/1/2013
From: 10/31/2013 Census Bureau Report
Type Type
Permit Number Name Address Imnr Use Stories Units Valuation
BLD13 -00603 MIKE & KATE RICHARD 1125 CHURCH ST NEW RAC 1 0 $22,200
24'x 30' Detached garage
Total NEW/RAC permits: 3 Total Valuation : $97,200
BLD13 -00619 JASON STARR 801 N 1ST NEW RMF 2 16 $2,500,000
16 Unit residential condominimum[ELECTRONIC]
[1st floor801- 803 - 805- 807 - 809 - 811- 815][2nd floor 817- 819- 821 - 823 - 825- 827 - 829 -831]
BLD13 -00609 JEFF CLARK 821 E JEFFERSON ST NEW RMF 3 18 $1,269,000
Three story 18 dwelling unit building with detached garages
ELECTRONIC
Total NEW/RMF permits: 2 Total Valuation : $3,769,000'
BLD13 -00708 BLUE SKY DEVELOPERS
737 SHERWOOD DR
NEW
RSF
2
1
$388,000
S.F.D. with two car garage
BLD13 -00649 WALTON BUILDERS, INC
4454 TEMPE PL
NEW
RSF
1
1
$280,000
S.F.D. with three car garage
[subsurface drainge req]
BLD13 -00682 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN'
725 SHERWOOD DR
NEW
RSF
1
1
$263,014
S.F.D. with three car garage
[5' sidewalk]
BLD13 -00645 JESSE ALLEN
407 WESTMINSTER ST
NEW
RSF
2
1
$250,000
S.F.D with three car garage
ELECTRONIC
BLD13 -00699 AMY PRETORIUS
946 BALL ST
NEW
RSF
2
1
$250,000
S.F.D. with two car detached garage with accessory apartment above
[ELECTRONIC]
BLD13 -00700 AMY PRETORIUS
936 BALL ST
NEW
RSF
2
1
$250,000
S.F.D. with two car detached garage with accessory apartment above
[ELECTRONIC]
BLD13 -00638 KIP WILEY
932 MANITOU TRL
NEW
RSF
2
1
$244,000
S.F.D. with two car garage
BLD13 -00669 PRIME VENTURES CONSTRI
1131 WILDCAT LN
NEW
RSF
1
1
$243,000
S. F. D. with three car garage
[subsurface drainage /5'sidewalk]
BLD13 -00665 PRIME VENTURES CONSTRI
1143 WILDCAT LN
NEW
RSF
1
1
$241,000
S.F.D. with three car garage
[subsurface drainage, 5' sidewalk]
BLD13 -00691 SHARP INVESTMENT PROM
1134 WILDCAT LN
NEW
RSF
1
1
$235,799
S.F.D. with three car garage
[subsurface drainage /mlo]
BLD13 -00688 ADVANTAGE DEVELOPMEN
804 RYAN CT
NEW
RSF
1
1
$227,682
S.F.D. with two car attached garage zero -lot -line
[mlo 711.0]
BLD13 -00687 ADVANTAGE DEVELOPMEN
802 RYAN CT
NEW
RSF
1
1
$227,632
S.F.D with attached two car garage zero -lot -line
[mlo 711.0]
BLD13 -00631 CARDINAL RIDGE DEVELOI
846 CAMP CARDINAL RD
NEW
RSF
1
1
$218,396
S.F.D. with three car garage
GRAND TOTALS: PERMITS: 77 VALUATION: $19,361,606
City of Iowa City
Total Valuation :
$4,108,958
BLD13 -00716 LOPAREX INC
2000 INDUSTRIAL PARK R REP
Page: 6
$581,000
Reroof commerical building
Date: 11!1/2013
Extraction of Building Permit Data for
NON 0 0
$42,500
Reroof commercial building
To: 10/1/2013
Census Bureau Report
Total REP/NON permits: 2
Total Valuation :
From : 10/31!2013
BLD13 -00698 MARK IV INVESTORS
2510 BARTELT RD REP
RMF 2 0
$11,405
Reroof multifamily building
Tyne T)Me
Total REP /RMF permits: 1
Permit Number Name
Address
Imnr
Use
Stories
Units Valuation
BLD13 -00692 SHARP INVESTMENT PROM 1176 WILDCAT LN
NEW
RSF
1
1 $218,196
S.F.D. with three car garage
[subsurface drainage /mlo]
BLD13 -00674 PRIME VENTURES
CONSTRI 1161 WILDCAT LN
NEW
RSF
1
1 $209,000
S.F.D. with three car garage
[subsurface drainage, 5' sidewalk]
BLD13 -00663 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN' 788 SHERWOOD DR
NEW
RSF
1
1 $188,239
S.F.D. with three car garage
[5' sidewalk along Sherwood Drive]
BLD13 -00680 AMY PRETORIUS
921 BALL ST
NEW
RSF
2
1 $175,000
S.F.D. with two car garage
[ELECTRONIC]
GRAND TOTALS: PERMITS: 77 VALUATION: $19,361,606
Total NEW/RSF permits: 17
Total Valuation :
$4,108,958
BLD13 -00716 LOPAREX INC
2000 INDUSTRIAL PARK R REP
NON 1 0
$581,000
Reroof commerical building
BLD13 -00693 LASANSKY CORP
216 E WASHINGTON ST REP
NON 0 0
$42,500
Reroof commercial building
Total REP/NON permits: 2
Total Valuation :
$623,500
BLD13 -00698 MARK IV INVESTORS
2510 BARTELT RD REP
RMF 2 0
$11,405
Reroof multifamily building
Total REP /RMF permits: 1
Total Valuation :
$11,405
GRAND TOTALS: PERMITS: 77 VALUATION: $19,361,606
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Thursday, November 14
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for creating a resume.
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Friday, November 15
Shelter House, 8 AM -12 PM
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channel lineup. KWWF (IND 20) currently listed as channel 3 on the basic channel lineup will
also be removed at this time.
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MINUTES PRELIMINARY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
OCTOBER 10, 2013
EMMA HARVAT HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Kent Ackerson, Esther Baker, Thomas Baldridge, Kate Corcoran,
Frank Durham, Andrew Litton, Ginalie Swaim, Frank Wagner
MEMBERS ABSENT: David McMahon, Pam Michaud
STAFF PRESENT: Chery Peterson
OTHERS PRESENT:
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (become effective only after separate Council action)
None.
CALL TO ORDER:
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA:
There was none.
CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS:
509 South Lucas Street.
Peterson said this property is in the Governor -Lucas Conservation District. She said an
application for this same property was reviewed in July.
Peterson showed photographs of the house, saying that it is a twin to the house on the left. She
said the houses are mirror images of each other and share a driveway down the middle.
Peterson said the porches each open on the opposite side of the driveway.
Peterson said that at the time of the July meeting, the driveway with new concrete was
completed as was the side step, but the owner had not done anything to the porch yet. She
said there was a drainage problem with the basement window at the bottom of the porch stairs,
and the owner was trying to figure out a way to solve that problem.
Peterson said the owner wanted to move the stairs either to the front or the other side of the
porch. She said staff had felt that would be inappropriate, and the Commission deferred its
decision. Peterson said the owner did not understand what deferred meant, and he went ahead
and did some work.
Peterson said the owner cut into the solid railing that one sees on the porch. She said that
when staff realized what had happened, he agreed to build it back.
Peterson said the owner has done a good job of replacing that solid railing. She said it is new,
but it looks like the old. Peterson said the owner has also reworked the porch steps, by building
over the existing concrete steps that were there, to make them code compliant.
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October 10, 2013
Page 2 of 4
Peterson said the owner still needs to paint the porch steps and still needs to put in a simple
pipe handrail. She said this project will then be done.
Peterson said that this application is for window wells and an egress window. She stated that
the window well seen in the front is one the owner has already put in and it is corrugated metal
with landscape stones in front. Peterson said the owner realized it needs to be more substantial
and will do it in poured concrete.
Peterson said the other proposed window well, just around the corner to the north, is where the
owner would like to put in an egress window, so the existing window opening would be made
larger. She said staff is suggesting that this is appropriate, but some conditions would have to
be met.
Peterson said the first condition would be that the owner apply for an application to replace the
basement windows. She said she recently observed that all of the basement windows were
replaced over the summer, and there was no application. She said the replacement windows
may or may not comply. Peterson said they appear to be sliding sash.
Peterson showed a photograph taken a couple of months ago. She said one can see that the
basement window on the south side is a new window. Peterson showed a photograph from
when the Commission was looking at this house for the first time. She said one can see that
same basement window then was the original basement window.
Peterson said the original basement window on the east side was a three pane window with a
storm window. She said it is now a modern sliding window, and she is not certain it fits the
opening. Peterson said the owner will have to go through that review as a condition of
approving this next amount of work.
Peterson said the other condition of the egress window would be that a divided light pattern is
used that will make sense with the basement windows as they are now, or will be, and
confirming the dimensions of the window wells and confirming the construction materials.
Regarding the proposed window wells and egress window, Peterson said she believes the
owner could simply brick in the window on the front. Peterson said the front window is in the
same room that will have the egress window, so there will be plenty of light. She said this would
solve the water problem and the conflict between the window well and the steps and maybe
even be a less expensive option. Peterson said she spoke to the owner, and is he agreeable to
this.
Wagner asked about the window on the driveway and said it looks like there is wood filled in top
and bottom and that it really doesn't fit.
Peterson said there are four points that are conditions to the next phase, and one of them is to
go through the proper steps on the window replacement.
Baldridge said there is then no change in the size of the window opening in front. Peterson
confirmed this. She said that would not be changed, but the owner does need to tear out what
has been done and put it back in a more permanent construction, which would be poured
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
October 10, 2013
Page 3 of 4
concrete with probably a course of brick on top to match the house. Peterson said she is
advocating for just filling in the front window, saying it makes it a better entry.
Baldridge asked, since the Commission is more sensitive about the front of a building in a
district, to what extent should the Commission be opposed to this sort of brick reinforcement
wall. Peterson said the problem with what is seen now is that it is loose; those stones are just
stacked, and there is nothing holding them in place. She said that if those are moved, one will
see the corrugated metal window well, which is not approved.
Peterson said the owner will therefore have to go in and pour concrete. She said it will have to
be torn out to make it right. Peterson said she knows that blocking in the window is a change to
the historic window pattern but said that is part of the evolution here.
Wagner said there is a good chance there is a window underneath the porch.
MOTION: Baker moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for
509 South Lucas Street as presented in the application with the following conditions:
complete an Application for Historic Review for replacement of basement windows, for
review and approval as required by zoning and building codes; provide Jeld -Wen egress
window with simulated divided lights to match the light pattern of approved basement
windows; confirm dimensions and all construction materials for both window wells; and
provide all above information for review and approval by chair and staff. Litton
seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8 -0 (McMahon and Michaud
absent.
REPORT ON CERTIFICATES ISSUED BY CHAIR AND STAFF:
Swaim said these are listed in the packet. Peterson said she had nothing to add.
DISCUSS ANNUAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARDS:
Peterson said the selection committee will meet in half an hour. She said that Baldridge and
Corcoran and Christine DenBerg from Friends of Historic Preservation will be at the meeting.
Peterson said they will be looking at about a dozen projects at the meeting, but they are still
gathering suggestions for nominations. She said the Awards presentation will be held
November 21 at the Public Library with a reception at 5:00 and program at 5:30.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 12,2013:
MOTION: Wagner moved to approve the minutes of the Historic Preservation Commission's
September 12, 2013 meeting, as written. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a
vote of 8 -0.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 5:29 p.m.
Minutes submitted by Anne Schulte
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PRELIMINARY
Human Rights Commission
October 15, 2013 — 6 P.M.
Helling Conference Room
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Members Present: Harry Olmstead, Orville Townsend Sr., Paul Retish, Kim Hanrahan,
Jewell Amos, Joe Coulter, Shams Ghoneim, Andrea Cohen.
Members Absent: Diane Finnerty.
Staff Present: Stefanie Bowers.
Recommendations to Council: No.
Call to Order:
Chair Townsend called the meeting to order at 18:02.
Consideration of the Minutes of the September 17,2013:
Coulter moved, seconded by Olmstead. 7 -0. (Cohen not present)
Public Comment of Items Not on the Agenda: No.
Meeting Business
One Community One Book
The book selected this year is The Boy Who Harnesses the Wind by William Kamkwamba.
Commissioners discussed contributing to the event. Motion by Olmstead to contribute $350, seconded by
Ghoneim. 8 -0.
Human Rights Breakfast
Olmstead provided an update on the Breakfast plans to date and last minute items that need to be
completed. The library will be providing space to the Commission to display the flyers. The Commission
has over 250 pictures of individuals participating in the I Have a Dream Campaign.
A. Mori Costantino and Jean Lloyd -Jones will be recognized and given Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Motion Olmstead, seconded Amos. 8 -0.
Proclamations
The Commission will submit proclamations to the Mayor for National Disability Employment Awareness
Month and National Native American Heritage Month. Olmstead and Coulter will accept.
Motion Cohen, seconded Coulter. 8 -0.
Updates & Reports:
Cultural Diversity Day
This event was located in a new location this year. Commissioners discussed assisting the University in
making the event better known to all in the community.
Conference on Racial Justice & Disproportionate Minority Incarceration
Ghoneim reported on the status of the Conference scheduled for the 17"'. Commissioners suggested
asking Mike Quinlan to present at a future conference. It was also mentioned to have a discussion
regarding the high rate of individuals with disabilities in the criminal justice system.
Education Subcommittee
Retish discussed the recent role the Office of Civil Rights has in taken in terms of the Iowa City
Community School District. Retish agreed to join this subcommittee. Townsend withdrew to avoid
having a quorum serving. Motion Coulter, seconded Townsend. 8 -0.
Immigrant Subcommittee
No report.
Building Communities
Townsend provided an update on a meeting held with Steve Rackis. Townsend also indicated the future
direction of the committee will be to focus on housing.
University of Iowa Center for Human Rights
The Advisory Board meeting will be held at a future date.
Building Blocks, Resume Training
Retish provided a history of the Building Blocks Job Fair. This fall instead of holding a job fair a resume
writing and online job application training will be held at the library with several local agencies assisting.
The library is a co- sponsor of the training along with several other area service providers.
Commission
Amos noted her participation in Cultural Diversity Day and the need to get the word out about the event
to those not associated with the University. The steady decrease in attendance at the event was discussed
earlier in the meeting and Coulter planned to get demographics from the University to help make a plan
for increasing attendance. Ghoneim reported on several recent news articles about human rights and
related events and programs. Olmstead reported on an upcoming event honoring Burns Weston on
11/07/13 that will be open to the public.
Staff
Bowers spoke on the status of recent amendments to the ordinance and also that Olmstead will be
recognized at The ARC of Southeast Iowa Awards Ceremony.
Adjournment:
Motion Olmstead, seconded Townsend. 8 -0.
Adjournment: 19:50
Next Regular Meeting — November 19, 2013
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Human Rights Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2012/2013
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EXP.
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Diane
Finnerty
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Paul Retish
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Dan Tallon
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Jessie Harper
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Jewell Amos
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Katie
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Joe D. Coulter
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Andrea Cohen
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Connie Goeb
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PRELIMINARY
OCTOBER 17,– 7:00 PM – FORMAL
EMMA J. HARVAT HALL, CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Eastham, Anne Freerks, Paula Swygard, Jodie Theobald,
John Thomas
MEMBERS ABSENT: Carolyn Dyer, Phoebe Martin
STAFF PRESENT: Bob Miklo, Sarah Holecek
OTHERS PRESENT: Pam Michaud, Kathy Lynch, Brian O'Hara
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL:
The Commission voted 5 -0 to recommend approval of ANN13- 00002 /REZ13- 00023,
annexation of approximately 44.85 acres and a rezoning from County Residential (R)
zone to Neighborhood Public (P -1) zone for approximately 15.78 -acres and to Interim
Development Residential Single- Family (ID) zone for approximately 29.07 -acres of
property located on the west side of Sycamore Street.
The Commission voted 5 -0 to recommend approval of ANN13- 00003 /REZ13- 00025, an
annexation of approximately 15.14 acres and a rezoning from County Residential (R)
zone to Neighborhood Public (P -1) zone located south of American Legion Road and
Barrington Road.
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA:
Pam Michaud of 109 S. Johnson Street said she is speaking in anticipation of a new business
that will be directly adjacent to the Low Density Multi - Family (RM -12) zone in which her historic
house is located. She said the location of the eatery will be on 525 E. Washington, and it's a
franchise called DP Dough. She said the restaurant will be open until 3:00 or 4:00 a.m. mainly
for carry-out seems incompatible in such close proximity to the residential zone and a zone with
stringent historic standards stringent standards imposed t maintain the integrity of the residential
buildings. She said she thinks it's very odd to have such and business just around the corner
and that it hours are, as far as she knows, open longest of any in the county.
Michaud said that although the City and Planning and Zoning staff have told her that they can't
limit how people run their businesses, she said that's not true. She said there is now a 2:00 a.m.
maximum for bars, a minimum distance of new bar permits, and other businesses whose hours
are regulated. She said so now in a Blue Zone there will be a new category of food — "drunk
food" as per reviews on the internet (Yelp!) from other college towns. She said she thinks this
business will have an impact on residents, including the many new renters in the area, including
those in the apartments above the business, who will be bothered bythe noise of people
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returning from the bars in the wee hours of the morning as well as the litter associated with such
food services.
Freerks asked if Michaud had talked to anyone on City staff. Michaud said she talked to Jann
Ream, who said they can't regulate business hours. Holecek said she would like to take
Michaud's remarks into consideration and get back to her.
Miklo said the only way they could regulate hours under the current zoning code is if it's a
special exception, and the Board of Adjustment sometimes imposes hours of operation on
those.
Michaud said she wanted to give them a "heads up" about Riverfront Crossings, too, because
there will be the same dense housing there and there will be a requirement for a commercial
space underneath the multifamily housing, and this in the kind of pressure there will be to fill up
those spaces.
Holecek noted that while there are businesses in other part of town that stay open later, she
acknowledged the concern about this location and said she would look into the matter to see if
they could make a recommendation. Freerks encouraged Michaud to follow up with Holecek.
Annexation / Zoning Items
ANN 13- 00002 /REZ13 -00023
Discussion of an application submitted by Iowa City Community School District for an
annexation of 44.85 -acres and rezoning from County Residential (R) zone to
Neighborhood Public (P -1) zone for approximately 15.78 -acres and to Interim
Development (ID) zone for approximately 29.07 -acres of property located on Sycamore
Street south of the current city limits.
Miklo showed images and location maps of the subject property. He said the Interim
Development (ID -RS) zone is basically a holding zone that allows agricultural uses until such
time as that City infrastructure and a zoning plan are put in place. He said the southern fifteen
acres is proposed to be rezoned Neighborhood Public (P -1) and would be owned by the Iowa
City Community School District, with the intention to build an elementary school there.
Freerks asked if the school district only plans on purchasing the southern section. Miklo said
that is correct. He said it's necessary to annex the northern section of land in order to make it
contiguous with the City boundaries.
Miklo showed the Comprehensive Plan for the area and said the proposed site was identified in
1997 as a potential school site or site for a large institution such as a church. He said the
thought is that in the long term McCollister Boulevard will travel across the southern part of Iowa
City and hook in with Scott Boulevard.
Miklo said when considering an annexation the first thing to contemplate is whether it falls within
the City's long -range adopted plan for eventual inclusion in the city. He said the long -range plan
calls for annexing to about one -mile to the south of the subject property.
Miklo said the second thing to ask is if the proposed annexation will fill an identified community
need and not impose an undue burden on the City. He said public schools in this part of the city
have capacity issues, and based on growth in this area the school district feels there's a current
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and future need for more capacity in this neighborhood. Miklo said there will be some expense
to the City upgrading Sycamore Street. He said that is currently in the Comprehensive Plan but
in an unfunded year, so staff will recommend to Council when they prepare the Capital
Improvements Plan this spring to include the construction of Sycamore Street in the Plan in
order to provide appropriate access to the school as well as to future development in the area.
Miklo said the third thing to ask about annexations if it is in the best interest of the City to control
the area. He said staff feels that a large institution such as a school should be in the city where
it can be served by City services and have police and fire protection.
Miklo said there is sanitary sewer and water to serve the school, so with the exception of the
street infrastructure, this has the appropriate infrastructure to allow for rezoning. He said there
are some hydric soils on this property which may indicate the presence of wetlands on the
property so that will need to be considered when the designs for the school are made.
Eastham asked if there was any consideration giving to siting the school north of where the
McCollister /Sycamore Street intersection is, given that McCollister is an arterial and crossing to
the school could be problematic. Miklo said the school district did look at a site farther to the
north but they thought it would be too close to the Grant Wood School as they prefer to have a
certain distance between new and existing schools. He said there are schools all over the city
where the service area is on the other side of arterial streets, and those have been managed
well with crossing guards or traffic controls.
Eastham asked if the ID -RS zone would preclude the Commission's ability to zone for a higher
density. Miklo said it would not do so. The Comprehensive Plan shows potential for
Neighborhood Commercial, multi - family, a church or other institutional uses in this area, but until
an alignment and a plan is submitted, staff felt the ID -RS was the most appropriate designation
and the lowest density.
Freerks said she wants to be sure they talk about pedestrians and sidewalks and bikeways to
make sure the school is as easily accessible as possible. Miklo said they anticipate that a
sidewalk will be built at least on one side of Sycamore Street with the construction of the school.
He said the trail plans include a trail along the sanitary sewer easement through the area. He
said the actual school access is more likely to be a new east -west street, not Sycamore Street.
Swygard asked who would be responsible for that street. Miklo said it would be the school
district or the developer.
Thomas asked what happens to the land to the south. Miklo said there's potential there for
having town houses when it's annexed.
Eastham asked if the improvement of Sycamore Street would allow extension of a city bus route
to the school. Miklo said potentially it would, but there are other factors that need to be
considered for that to happen.
Freerks opened public discussion.
Kathy Lynch of Mikada Subdivision asked if they will be annexed into the city. Miklo said this
annexation does not include the Mikada Subdivision although the City's long range plan shows
that if there is growth in the area, it would be annexed.
Freerks closed public discussion.
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Thomas moved to recommend approval of ANN 13- 000021REZ13- 00023, annexation of
approximately 44.85 acres and a rezoning from County Residential (R) zone to
Neighborhood Public (P -1) zone for approximately 15.78 -acres and to Interim
Development Single - Family Residential (ID -RS) zone for approximately 29.07 -acres of
property located on the west side of Sycamore Street.
Theobald seconded.
Thomas said that identifying a school site is one of the critical foundations in building a sense of
community, and that's reflected in the Comprehensive and District Plans. He asked how the
selection of this site relates to the goals as stated in the Comprehensive Plan and the school
district's Diversity Plan to promote economic as well as other kinds of diversity.
Eastham said this is a thoughtful place to site a new school building. He said what he has
noticed, though, that as Thomas said, the Comprehensive Plan and the school district itself
have indicated that economic diversity within an elementary school attendance area is a goal.
He said from looking at a map that the school district published in 2010 and comparing the
number of students in different neighborhoods that are eligible for the Free Lunch Program,
which the school district uses to identify students of lower income, the areas that have been
developed more recently at higher densities with townhouses, duplexes and apartments
contained almost no Free Lunch eligible children in 2010. He said while he is supportive of
having higher density development as they continue zoning, that is in and of itself not going to
produce a distribution of lower and moderate income families. He said he thinks this a good
discussion to have and wishes that a school district representative had been in attendance. He
said as a Commission member he feels he has some responsibility to say to the school district
that the Commission is not going to be able to zone this site within a mile or so of what its
attendance area is going to be, and they are not going to be able to put homes that are going to
be affordable.
Freerks said she doesn't think that's something they can state right now.
Eastham said they certainly can, and he would definitely support higher density residential
development within the attendance area of this school. He said that based on information that's
available to them as members of the public, it's unlikely that that step is going to produce much
in terms of mixed income of children attending the school in the future.
Holecek said they need to be careful about what kind of land uses will go in there. She said
Eastham can point out the correlation of the report he's read, but that shouldn't necessarily
create what his future decision - making will be. Eastham said he has already stated that his
intention is to support higher density development in this area.
Swygard said she wonders what other projects may be pushed back in advocating for the
financing in the City's Capital Improvement for this road improvement to be accelerated.
Freerks said that is a discussion to have at some point. She said this application is in
compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, and she will be voting in favor of it. She said it is
disappointing that no one from the school district was in attendance at this meeting.
Theobald said she wants to publically support that statement. She said she thinks the City and
the school district working together needs to be encouraged, and that would help with some of
the things that Eastham has mentioned.
Thomas said there aren't that many variables one has to work with to achieve the City's policies
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and the District's policies, and it's up to both entities to meet those policies.
Eastham said that planning for new elementary schools is something that is done infrequently,
but it has immense impact on what happens in the community. He said you would think that this
would be done over two or three meetings of the Commission
Miklo said staff of the school district did meet with City staff several times looking at different
sites and considering their concerns as well as the City's. He said he thinks this plan does
provide adequate infrastructure and fits into the long -range plans of the City.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 5 -0.
ANN 13- 000031REZ13 -00025
Discussion of an application submitted by Iowa City Community School District for an
annexation and rezoning from County Agriculture (A) zone to Neighborhood Public (P -1)
zone for approximately 15.14 -acres of property located on Barrington Road and
American Legion Road.
Miklo showed maps of the area. An aerial view of the property shows it as being used for
agricultural purposes and surrounded by similar land. Miklo said this would only include school
district property and would be zoned P for Public, which would allow an elementary school site.
He said the Southeast District Plan shows a greenway along the Snyder Creek stream corridor
and notes that public institutions such as schools would be appropriate along this greenway.
Miklo showed pictures of the subject property and the area. He said this is within the City's long -
range growth area. He said it would fulfill a community need, as there has been a lot of growth
in that area. He said controlled development is in the City's best interest, and staff feels that a
large institution should be served by public utilities and services. He said American Legion Road
is already in the Capital Improvements Plan. He said there are also hydric soils on this site. He
said the actual access would be Barrington Road, which would be built along the east side of
the property.
Freerks asked how far to the east American Legion Road would need to be improved for this to
happen. Miklo said possibly up to Taft Avenue.
Freerks said as traffic will increase, they need to make sure there's a plan for crossing American
Legion Road with pedestrian and bike traffic and she would like to see the City work with the
school district to make sure that happens. Miklo said that the school district has raised the
possibility of some sort of pedestrian underpass on the street and access to the trail in Windsor
Ridge.
Eastham said he thinks it is imperative that there is sidewalk access along the south side of
American Legion Road and on Scott Boulevard so the students from Modern Manor and Sunset
manufactured housing areas along Scott Boulevard can walk and bike to this school. Miklo said
that is a short term concern. He said there is a long -range plan for a collector street in the
housing park. Eastham said he also shares Freerk's concerns that American Legion Road is
going to be busy and there are going to be several crossing points on that road for students
walking or biking to the school from the north.
Thomas asked if there was any discussion about a signalized intersection anywhere along
American Legion Road. Miklo said there wasn't.
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Freerks said she thinks what they are saying here is that whatever occurs they try to plan for all
of the areas that need to travel to the school by bike, vehicle, or on foot, and make sure that it's
done the best it can be done because they have the opportunity to do it properly here.
Eastham said it would be helpful to him if the school district could give even a vague idea of
what the two attendance areas for these schools are likely to be.
Freerks opened public discussion.
Brian O'Hara, who owns the property west of the proposed annexation, said when Windsor
Ridge was rezoned he contested it because of the Fringe Area Agreement. He said one of the
contingencies was that they didn't want to use the sewage lift pump or annex any prime farm
ground. He wanted to know if a sewage lift pump installed twenty years ago will be adequate for
500 more people. He said the storm water from the proposed annexation site goes to the
southeast and not to Snyder Creek so he's concerned about that. He said easements should be
in place for storm water retention and the sewer line should be installed before they make these
judgments. He said as they have annexed into Iowa City there have been no sidewalks from
Scott Boulevard on either side of American Legion Road.
Miklo said the City Engineer determined that the capacity of the sewage lift station is adequate
to serve what's anticipated for the school. He said the long -term plan is that will be a trunk line
along Snyder Creek when there is interest in development of the area. He said the sidewalk
issue is one they will look into incorporating into American Legion Road as it's built in the
Capital Improvements Plan. Miklo said that as long as O'Hara owns the property, he controls
how it is used. He said the storm water management will have to be addressed by the school
district when specific plans for the school are developed. He explained that the details of the
storm water management would probably come with the site plan, which the City Engineers
would review.
Freerks closed public discussion.
Theobald moved to recommend approval of ANN13- 00003 /REZ13- 00025, an annexation of
approximately 15.14 acres and a rezoning from County Residential (R) zone to
Neighborhood Public (P -1) zone located south of American Legion Road and Barrington
Road.
Eastham seconded.
Eastham said he had already voiced his main concerns about the sidewalk and trail access from
homes located along the east side of Scott Boulevard. He said he thinks this is a rational
location for another elementary school. He reiterated that he feels it would help a lot in the
Commission's planning decisions if they had a better idea of what the attendance areas are
likely to be here.
Freerks said that attendance areas will change, so more than just ensuring that the kids who are
slated for this area now can get there, it's that the community can utilize the area and all
pedestrians, bicycles and vehicular traffic can flow and travel to this spot. Eastham said Freerks
makes some good points.
Thomas said the comments he made on the previous item would apply here also. He said the
issues of walkability and bikeability are in all the City policies, and they must follow through on
them.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 5 -0.
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Consideration of Meetinq Minutes: October 3, 2013
Eastham moved to approve the minutes.
Swygard seconded.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 5 -0.
OTHER
ADJOURNMENT:
Eastham moved to adjourn.
Swygard seconded.
The meeting was adjourned on a 5 -0 vote.
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