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CITY OF IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org February 13, 2014
IP1 Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
February 18 WORK SESSION
IP2 Work Session Agenda
I133 Memo from Neighborhood Services Coordinator: Activities in the Gilbert Court / Highland
Court Areas
IP4 Pending Work Session Topics
MISCELLANEOUS
IP5 Copy of Press Release: City to host public pre- design meeting for Iowa City Gateway
Project Tuesday, Feb. 25
IP6 Police Bar Check Report — January 2014
IP7 Iowa City Municipal Airport 2013 Annual Report
IP8 Article from the City Manager: Looking for the Good
IP9 Article from City Manager: Harsh Winter Forces States to Scramble for Salt
Email from Assistant to the City Manager: HF184 [Distributed as late handout 2/18/14.]
DRAFT MINUTES
IP10 Citizens Police Review Board: February 11
IP11 Housing and Community Development Commission: January 16
IP12 Human Rights Commission: January 21
IP13 Senior Center Commission: February 6
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
www.icgov.prg February 13, 2014
IN Council tentative Meeting Schedule
I ' February 18 WORK SESSION /
I122 Work Session A enda
IP3 Memo from Neighb hood Services Coordinator: Activities in a Gilbert Court / Highland
Court Areas
IN Pending Work Session opics
MISCELLANEOUS
IP5 Copy of Press Release: City t host public pre- de )gign meeting for Iowa City Gateway
Project Tuesday, Feb. 25
I136 Police Bar Check Report – Janua 2014
I127 Iowa City Municipal Airport 2013 Annual e
I138 Article from the City Manager: Looking foi
IP9 Article from City Manager: Harsh Winter�
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IP10 Citizens Police Review Board: ebruary 11
IP11 Housing and Community D velopment Comm
IP12 Human Rights Commis on: January 21
IP13 Senior Center Com ssion: February 6
January 16
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
Work Session Meeting
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, March 25, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Special Formal Meeting
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Tuesday, April 1, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, April 15, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Monday, April 28, 2014 4:30 PM Joint Meeting /Work Session TBA / ICCSD
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
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Tuesday, May 20, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, July 15, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, August 5, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
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5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
5:00 PM
Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM
Formal Meeting
Tuesday, October 21, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting
Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeti
Tuesday, December 2, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, December 16 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall
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City Council Work Session Agenda
February 18, 2014
5:00 PM
Emma J. Harvat Hall - City Hall
410 E. Washington Street
• Questions from Council re Agenda Items
• Council appointments [ #18]
• Discuss the proposed Ad -hoc Senior Services Committee resolution [ #17]
• Status / Update of neighborhood issues on Gilbert Court /Highland Court [IP # 2]
• Information Packet Discussion [January 23, 30; February 6, 13]
• Council Time
■ Meeting Schedule
■ Pending Work Session Topics [IP # 3 of 2/13 Info Packet]
■ Upcoming Community Events /Council Invitations
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M E M 0 RA N D U M
Date: February 11, 2014
To: Tom Markus, City Manager
From: Marcia Bollinger, Neighborhood Services Coordinator
Re: Activities in the Gilbert Court/Highland Court Area
Introduction:
The memo serves as an update to activities that my office has been coordinating in the Gilbert
Ct. /Highland Ct. (GCHC) area over the past year, specifically related to concerns expressed by
area business owners about the addition of agencies being housed at 1105 Gilbert Ct. building;
including the Free Lunch Program. The Crisis Center and Salvation Army have provided
services and resources to low income persons in the area for several years and it was felt that
making additional services available would increase an existing issue with loitering, trespassing,
crime and general deterioration of the area.
History /Background:
Area business owners approached the City Manager's office in the fall of 2012 expressing
concerns regarding the addition of agencies as described above. The business owners were
concerned about the increased homeless /transient activity in the area, specifically establishing
encampments on privately owned properties and railroad right of way, sleeping in cars while
parked along the streets, loitering in the area throughout the day causing discomfort to
employees and customers, as well as littering, vandalism and harassment. Services provided to
this population by the Crisis Center and Salvation Army were seen as contributing to this
increased presence in the area. Areas such as the Crandic railroad right -of -way running
north /south adjacent to the area and many remote niches located on private property provided
additional gathering areas.
Discussion of Solutions:
My office was requested to coordinate communications in the GCHC area between the property
owners and the agencies in an effort to work together towards addressing these issues prior to
opening of 1105 Gilbert Ct. and its services /programs. Three meetings were hosted providing
opportunities for business owners and agency operators to discuss issues and hear about
potential resources that are available. These include police patrol, increased code enforcement
and involvement by volunteer organizations. Newsletters, which included meeting notices,
summaries of previous meetings and detailed information regarding resources were sent to all
addresses in the area.
Initial efforts included an inspection sweep to address immediate issues related to debris,
graffiti, illegal parking, tall grass and weeds, accumulation of junk/salvage materials, etc. Jorey
Bailey, the Crime Prevention Officer established a graffiti abatement program involving his office
and area youth to paint over graffiti and requested police patrol to be scheduled on a regular
basis. A volunteer effort by Catholics in Action completed exterior improvement work to the
Crisis Center and Mayors Youth Empowerment Program. Parking was removed from streets
from the hours of 8:00 PM to 7:00 AM in an effort to eliminate sleeping in vehicles, and parking
was permanently removed from locations identified as hindering safe travel. The area will also
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be included in a pilot project to have MidAmerican Energy install LED street lights in the next
several months. LED lighting is considered to be whiter and brighter and should increase
nighttime visibility in the area.
Additional meetings occurred during the summer /fall of 2013 between the GCHC agencies and
other area agencies who work with homeless /transient populations, including the Shelter House
and the Community Mental Health Center. The goal was to determine potential impacts, and
suggested approaches to control nuisance behavior as well as develop a list of alternative
resources available for those who may wish to remain in the area for extended time periods.
Kevin Sherlock, the Waterfront Hy -Vee Manager also participated in these discussions. Hy -Vee
has seen an increase in visitors who stay for extended period, particularly during extreme
weather, and are concerned about this increasing as services are expanded in the GCHC area.
The results of these conversations and evaluations pointed to developing a policy, to be
enforced by all property owners /business /agencies in the area, which sends a unified message
against nuisance behavior. A working group of Crisis Center board members including Joy
Eyman and Steve Hirst and I met with agency directors Mary Palmborg, Free Lunch Program
and Lieutenants William and Larisha Richardson, Salvation Army to draft a policy that includes
restrictions related to loitering, smoking, littering, disorderly conduct and trespassing specifically
on the exterior grounds of their property. Details of how to address these issues and who to
contact if action is not abated are also included. Eric Goers of the City Attorney's Office
reviewed the document. This "Neighborhood Policy" which follows this memo has been
adopted by the Crisis Center, the Salvation Army and all agencies located within the 1105
Gilbert Ct. building including the Free Lunch Program.
A newsletter is being developed that will be mailed to all businesses, residents and agencies in
the GCHC area in the next week that provide all these details including best practice to use in
enforcing the policy, who to contact if issues arise and what additional resources are available in
various circumstances. Derek Frank, the City's Neighborhood Response Officer, has become
the point person in enforcement efforts as the weather warms up and outdoor activity increases.
Additional sweeps by the code enforcement inspectors will continue to address property upkeep
issues, and volunteer cleanups /projects will be pursued to improve conditions in the area.
Crandic Railroad has been alerted to ongoing issues regarding debris and loitering along the
railroad and is responding appropriately.
Financial Impact:
At this time there are minimal financial impacts aside from additional police and inspection
patrol. The City might further assist in this effort by making available permanent "No Loitering"
signs to be available to business /agencies in the neighborhood so they will be visible to send a
unified message throughout the area.
Recommendation:
Continue to have my office work with the GCHC area to monitor the situation, direct City
resources as necessary and continue efforts to maintain communications between all area
stake holders. We will further evaluate expanding efforts in the Waterfront Business Area as
necessary.
Cc: Jeff Davidson
February 11, 2014
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Gilbert Court/Highland Court (GCHC) Neighborhood Policy
The 1105 Project is a collaborative project to establish a human services campus, located at
1105 Gilbert Court, with The Crisis Center, Free Lunch Program, Domestic Violence
Intervention Program, and National Alliance on Mental Illness of Johnson County. Through
collaboration and shared resources, each agency will provide unique but related services while
offering access to all of these services under one roof and, thereby, increasing efficiencies.
With the relocation of the Free Lunch Program from near - downtown Iowa City to Gilbert Court
and the concentration of clients in this area currently utilizing services of The Crisis Center and
the Salvation Army, concerns have been expressed about the impact of this new campus of
agencies on the Gilbert Court and Highland Court (GCHC) neighborhood. Over recent years,
occasional complaints of trespassing, loitering and vandalism have been expressed by
neighborhood businesses, and there is heightened apprehension that these and other issues,
such as littering and disorderly conduct will increase with the opening of the new collaborative
campus.
In order to address these concerns, the following actions are proposed:
The 1105 Project, The Crisis Center, and Salvation Army shall be responsible for:
a. Posting hours of operation and hours that clients are allowed on the premises,
including both interior and exterior components of the property
b. Posting rules and policies for clients on the premises seeking services
c. Adhering to a set of common procedures for contacting police for assistance,
including:
i. Speak politely to person and state that he /she is trespassing on private
property / violating facility rules and
ii. Request the person immediately leave the premises.
iii. If the person refuses to leave and remains on the premises after 5
minutes and a second request to immediately leave the premises, contact
the police at their routine line at 319 - 356 -6800. If it is an emergency,
please dial 911.
d. Communicating with area businesses to provide agency information related to
hours, rules, and procedures for contacting police for assistance
e. Considering posting of no loitering signs
2. The businesses in the neighborhood shall be responsible for:
a. Posting hours of operation
b. Posting "No Loitering" signs
c. Adhering to a set of common procedures for contacting police for assistance,
including:
i. Speak politely to person and state that he /she is trespassing on private
property and
ii. Request the person immediately leave the premises.
If the person refuses to leave and remains on the premises after 5
minutes and a second request to immediately leave the premises, contact
the police at their routine line 319 - 356 -6800. If it is an emergency, please
call 911.
See attached for information regarding legal definitions of Trespass,
Disorderly Conduct, Loitering and Littering.
February 11, 2014
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TRESPASS: Iowa State Code
716.7 Trespass defined.
1. The term "property" shall include any land, dwelling, building, conveyance, vehicle, or other
temporary or permanent structure whether publicly or privately owned.
2. The term "trespass" shall mean one or more of the following acts:
a. Entering upon or in property without the express permission of the owner, lessee, or person
in lawful possession with the intent to commit a public offense, to use, remove therefrom, alter,
damage, harass, or place thereon or therein anything animate or inanimate, or to hunt, fish or
trap on or in the property, including the act of taking or attempting to take a deer, other than a
farm deer as defined in section 170.1, or preserve whitetail as defined in section 484C.1 which
is on or in the property by a person who is outside the property. This paragraph does not
prohibit the unarmed pursuit of game or fur - bearing animals by a person who lawfully injured or
killed the game or fur - bearing animal which comes to rest on or escapes to the property of
another.
b. Entering or remaining upon or in property without justification after being notified or
requested to abstain from entering or to remove or vacate therefrom by the owner, lessee, or
person in lawful possession, or the agent or employee of the owner, lessee, or person in lawful
possession, or by any peace officer, magistrate, or public employee whose duty it is to
supervise the use or maintenance of the property.
c. Entering upon or in property for the purpose or with the effect of unduly interfering with the
lawful use of the property by others.
d. Being upon or in property and wrongfully using, removing therefrom, altering, damaging,
harassing, or placing thereon or therein anything animate or inanimate, without the implied or
actual permission of the owner, lessee, or person in lawful possession.
e. Entering or remaining upon or in railway property without lawful authority or without the
consent of the railway corporation which owns, leases, or operates the railway property. This
paragraph does not apply to passage over a railroad right -of -way, other than a track, railroad
roadbed, viaduct, bridge, trestle, or railroad yard, by an unarmed person if the person has not
been notified or requested to abstain from entering on to the right -of -way or to vacate the right -
of -way and the passage over the right -of -way does not interfere with the operation of the
railroad.
f. Entering or remaining upon or in public utility property without lawful authority or without the
consent of the public utility that owns, leases, or operates the public utility property. This
paragraph does not apply to passage over public utility right -of -way by a person if the person
has not been notified or requested by posted signage or other means to abstain from entering
onto the right -of -way or to vacate the right -of -way.
3. The term 'trespass" shall not mean entering upon the property of another for the sole
purpose of retrieving personal property which has accidentally or inadvertently been thrown,
fallen, strayed, or blown onto the property of another, provided that the person retrieving the
property takes the most direct and accessible route to and from the property to be retrieved,
quits the property as quickly as is possible, and does not unduly interfere with the lawful use of
the property.
4. The term "trespass" does not mean the entering upon the right -of -way of a public road or
highway.
5. For purposes of this section, "railway property" means all tangible real and personal
property owned, leased, or operated by a railway corporation with the exception of any
administrative building or offices of the railway corporation.
For purposes of this section, "railway corporation" means a corporation, company, or person
owning, leasing, or operating any railroad in whole or in part within this state.
716.8 Penalties.
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[penalties range from simple misdemeanors to aggravated misdemeanors, depending on the
circumstances.]
8 -5 -1: DISORDERLY CONDUCT: (Iowa City Code)
A. Any person who commits any of the following acts shall be guilty of disorderly conduct:
1. Makes unreasonable noise in public so as to cause a breach of the peace.
2. Makes unreasonable noise in the vicinity of any residence which causes distress to
the occupants thereof. For the purposes of this section, an occupant shall not be
considered distressed unless the occupant has first attempted to contact the
individual responsible for such noise and requested relief, and the noise continues or
is resumed within forty eight (48) hours of said request. (1978 Code &24 -47)
3. Engages in fighting or violent behavior in any public place or in or near any lawful
assembly of persons, provided, that participants in athletic contests may engage in
such conduct which is reasonably related to that sport. (Ord. 09 -4342, 6 -16 -2009)
4. Acts in a threatening or violent manner toward another whereby:
a. Any person is placed in fear of safety of the person's life, limb, or health;
b. The property of any person is placed in danger of being destroyed or damaged; or
c. The lawful pursuits of another are substantially curtailed.
5. Uses inflammatory language in public which the person using the language knows or
reasonably should know is likely to provoke an imminent violent reaction by another.
(1978 Code &24 -47; amd. Ord. 09 -4342, 6 -16 -2009)
6. Places their own person in or on any public way so as to halt or impede the flow of
vehicular or pedestrian traffic and refuses to clear any public way when ordered to do
so. (1994 Code; am. Ord. 09 -4342, 6 -16 -2009)
7. Commits a trespass upon public or private property with a malicious intent.
8. Willfully and knowingly acts in such a way as to disrupt any lawful assemblage or
gathering of people. (1978 Code &24 -47; amd. 1994 Code; Ord.09 -4342, 6 -16 -2009)
8 -5 -11: STANDING, LOITERING AND OBSTRUCTING PERSONS:
A. With the exception of persons authorized to use the public right of way pursuant to title
10, "Public Ways And Property ", of this code no person shall:
1. Congregate, stand, loaf or loiter upon any street, sidewalk, bridge, trail or crossing so
as to obstruct the street, sidewalk, bridge, trail or crossing or hinder or prevent
persons passing or attempting or desiring to pass thereon. A violation under this
subsection can be proven regardless of whether a person or vehicle is actually
hindered or prevented from passing.
2. Congregate, stand, loaf or loiter in or in front of any hall, lobby, doorway, passage or
entrance of any public building, theater, hotel, eating house, lodging house, office
building, store, shop, office or factory or other like building so as to obstruct such
place or hinder or prevent persons walking along or into or out of such place or
attempting or desiring to do so. A violation under this subsection can be proven
regardless of whether a person is actually hindered or prevented from passing.
B. A violation of this section shall be a simple misdemeanor punishable by a fine of fifty
dollars ($50.00). (Ord. 09 -4356, 10 -6 -2009)
16- 3H -11: LITTERING
C. Restricted And Prohibited Acts And Conditions:
1. Littering Generally: No person shall throw or deposit litter on or upon any public place
within the city, except in public receptacles or in authorized private receptacles for
collection and disposal. Any person who drops or permits to be dropped or thrown
upon any public place any of the above described materials upon any county road or
state highway shall immediately remove the same or cause it to be removed, and
failure to do so shall constitute a violation of this article.
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E. Owners To Maintain Premises Free Of Litter: The owner or person either operating or in
control of any private property or premises shall, at all times, maintain the property or premises
free of litter; provided, however, that this subsection shall not prohibit the storage of litter in
authorized private receptacles for collection or prohibit the composting of yard waste. (1978
Code §15
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PENDING CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION TOPICS
February 13, 2014
March 4, 2014
1. Review the downtown streetscape plan and discuss the implementation and funding
strategy
March 25, 2014
1. Discuss Gateway project design parameters
Pending Topics to be Scheduled
1. Discuss community business attraction and anti- piracy compact
2. 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)
3. Discuss recycling opportunities for multi - family housing (UISG letter in 10/1/2013
packet)
4. Discuss Council's neighborhood planning and development expectations near the
new elementary school locations
5. Review the ability of the City to issue municipal infractions in lieu of certain criminal
charges
6. Discuss merits of the consolidation of the City and County Assessor offices
From: City of Iowa City <webmaster @iowa - city.org>
Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 11:47 AM
To: Marian Karr
Subject: City to host public pre- design meeting for Iowa City Gateway Project Tuesday, Feb. 25
Contact: Melissa Clow
Contact Phone: 319 - 356 -5413
Dubuque Street, looking toward the new Park Road Bridge
City to host public pre- design meeting for Iowa City Gateway Project Tuesday, Feb. 25
Issued by: Engineering
Mailing List(s): General City News
Originally Posted 2/12/2014 11:46:28 AM
The City of Iowa City will host a public pre- design meeting for the Iowa City Gateway project on Tuesday, Feb. 25 in
Meeting Room A at the Iowa City Public Library, 123 South Linn Street. An open house from 4 to 7 p.m. will provide the
opportunity to view the plan in person and talk one -on -one with Iowa City staff and design consultants. There will be a
short presentation at 5:30 p.m.
Following the completion of the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) process in December 2013, conceptual
design is the next step in developing solutions to minimize flood impacts on Dubuque Street, minimize backwater created
by Park Road Bridge, and address needed improvements to the Dubuque Street and Park Road corridor.
At the meeting, residents and stakeholders will be able to view the new conceptual design and compare it to the previous,
federally approved footprint. Under the parameters established by the City Council in January 2014, Dubuque Street will
be elevated to the 100 -year flood elevation plus one foot (100 +1) and a through arch bridge will be constructed on Park
Road with the low structure elevation at the 200 -year flood elevation plus one foot (200 +1). City staff and design
consultants will also share information about the project's anticipated schedule
The City is looking for public input at the meeting that will provide important information on community priorities, and help
direct the project's final design. The design team will use this input when they prepare to discuss more specific design
elements with the City Council at the Tuesday, March 25 work session. Some topics to be discussed include the
transportation model and forecast for the corridor, roadway alignment and medians, design speed, turning lanes and lane
widths, sidewalk /trail locations and widths and a pedestrian- activated cross walk signal at Mayflower residence hall.
For those unable to attend, the presentation, exhibits and comment form will be added to the project website at
www.iowacitvaateway.ora after the meeting. Comments and questions can be submitted by email using the link provided
on the project website, by calling 319 - 356 -5140 or by sending or delivering them to the City of Iowa City, Engineering
Division, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240.
The Iowa City Gateway is a partnership led by the City of Iowa City, the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the
Iowa Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration, in cooperation with the University of Iowa.
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American Legion 140
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Atlas World Grill 165
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Basta 176
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Bob's Your Uncle 260
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Deadwood, [The] 218
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Devotay— 45
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Donnelly's Pub 49
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Dublin Underground, [The] 57
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Eagle's, [Fraternal Order of] 315
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El Banditos 25
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El Cactus Mexican Cuisine
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El Dorado Mexican Restaurant 104
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El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant 161
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Elks #590, [BPO] 205
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Englert Theatre— 838
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Fieldhouse 178
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First Avenue Club— 280
0
0
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1
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Formosa Asian Cuisine— 149
0
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Gabes— 261
2
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Graze— 49
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Grizzly's South Side Pub 265
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Hilltop Lounge, [The] 90
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Howling Dogs Bistro
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IC Ugly's 72
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India Cafe 100
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Iron Hawk
1
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39
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Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack 71
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Jobsite 120
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Joe's Place 281
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Linn Street Cafe 80
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Los Portales 161
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Martini's 200
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28
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205
28
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Masala 46
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Mekong Restaurant— 89
0
0
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Micky's— 98
3
0
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99
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2
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0.0202020
Mill Restaurant, [The]— 325
0
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Moose, [Loyal Order of] 476
0
0
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Motley Cow Cafe 82
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Old Capitol Brew Works 294
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One- Twenty -Six 105
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Orchard Green Restaurant- 200
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Oyama Sushi Japanese Restaurant 87
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Pagliai's Pizza- 113
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Pizza Hut- 116
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Players 114
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Quinton's Bar & Deli 149
0
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10
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Rice Village
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Ridge Pub
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Riverside Theatre- 118
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Saloon- 120
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Sam's Pizza 174
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Shakespeare's 90
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Sheraton
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Short's Burger & Shine- 56
0
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12
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Sports Column 400
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6
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242
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Sushi Popo 84
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Szechuan House
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Takanami Restaurant— 148
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Taqueria Acapulco
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Thai Flavors 60
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Thai Spice 91
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Times Club @ Prairie Lights 60
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Trumpet Blossom Cafe 94
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Union Bar 854
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Iowa City Municipal Airport
2013 Annual Report
Executive Summary
The Iowa City Municipal Airport is owned by the City of Iowa City, and operated by the Iowa
City Airport Commission. The Mayor and City Council of Iowa City, Iowa appoint members of
the Iowa City Airport Commission.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport houses 93 aircraft, which are maintained in: 59 T- hangars, 1
maintenance facility, 6 corporate hangars, 1 corporate building, l Fixed Based Operation (FBO)
maintenance hangar, and 1 FBO cold storage hangar. Two runways, of 5004 (Runway 7/25) and
3900 (Runway 12/30) feet, are used during approximately 36,000 operations annually.
Based on a 2009 Iowa Department of Transportation Economic Impact Study, the Iowa City
Municipal Airport contributes $11.2 million and 115 jobs in the local economy. Among Iowa's
100+ general aviation airports, it has the fourth largest economic impact in the State.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport operations budget for FY13 shows income of $413,590 and
expenses of $333.982. FY13 general levy support was held equal to the previous year at
$100,000.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport received funds in FY2013 for capital projects from the Federal
Aviation Administration and the Iowa Department of Transportation. These funds financed
projects to maintain and enhance the facilities at the Iowa City Municipal Airport. FAA grant
funds allowed the Airport to continue the development of the Runway 7/25 Parallel Taxiway.
Iowa DOT funds were used to construct new box hangars and perform maintenance work on the
terminal building Since January 1, 2008 the Iowa City Municipal Airport has received over
$17,000,000 in grant funds from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Iowa Department
of Transportation Office of Aviation, and has used these funds for construction and maintenance
of the airport facilities.
The City of Iowa City and the Airport Commission collaborated to create and market the
Aviation Commerce Park. We have noted success in that area, as approximately 75% of the land
has been sold. Funds from the sales of land have repaid the original infrastructure debt, which
funded road and utility services to the area. In FY13, we sold two lots, the proceeds of which
paid off the construction loan on one of the t- hangar buildings.
The Iowa City Airport Commission has completed its planned reconstruction and extension of
the runways at the Iowa City Municipal Airport. Projects will now focus on enhancing services
and community involvement. The following projects are planned in the future: 1) A master plan
update and obstruction mitigation project; 2) an expanded apron for parking during high traffic
events; and 3) additional hangar space to better accommodate all sizes of aircraft using the Iowa
City Municipal Airport.
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 2
AIRPORT BACKGROUND
The Iowa City Municipal Airport is located approximately 2 miles southwest of downtown Iowa
City. The Iowa City Airport Commission has immediate controlling responsibility for the Iowa
City Municipal Airport. The Airport Commission consists of five voting members, who are
directly responsible for the planning, operation, and budget management of the Iowa City
Municipal Airport. The Commission works collaboratively with Iowa City's elected officials
and staff to ensure safe, efficient, and effective use of the airport to support Iowa City and the
surrounding area.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport is one of the busiest general aviation airports in Iowa with over
35,000 flight operations annually. It is currently home to approximately 93 based aircraft located
in 59 T- hangars, and 6 corporate hangars. These aircraft are used for charter flights, corporate
activity supporting local business, flight instruction, rental, pleasure, and charity purposes.
Additionally, thousands of flights in and out of the airport support important community
activities such as the organ transplant program and Air Ambulance flights at The University of
Iowa Hospital and Clinics, as well as economic development for the area. Local businesses that
utilize the airport include Billion Auto Group, ITC Midwest, Kum & Go, Family Video, Lear
Corporation, and many others.
Existing airport facilities include two runways, the terminal building, a maintenance facility,
hangars, aircraft fueling facilities, aircraft parking ramp, tie down apron, and vehicle parking
area. Runway 7 -25 serves as the primary runway with a length of 5004 feet. Runway 12 -30
serves as a secondary crosswind runway with a length of 3900 feet. The airport terminal
building, built in 1951, includes a pilot's lounge with wireless internet access, a weather briefing
room, a lobby, a conference /class room, vending machines, a meeting room, and administration
facilities for airport management and a fixed based operator. The airport has a rotating beacon
and lighted wind indicator. The airport is equipped with a remote communications outlet (RCO)
and Automated Surface Observation System (ASOS).
The airport has been an important element in the Iowa City community since 1918 and in 1944
was placed under the control of the Iowa City Airport Commission by public vote. Since that
time, the airport has remained under the governance of the Airport Commission with fiscal
support from the City of Iowa City. The airport is included in the National Plan of Integrated
Airport Systems ( NPIAS). The NPIAS identifies the Iowa City Municipal Airport as a general
aviation airport. As a designated NPIAS airport, the federal government currently provides
funding annually through the FAA for eligible capital improvement projects at the airport. The
Iowa Department of Transportation Office of Aviation's Aviation System Plan identifies the
Iowa City Municipal Airport as an Enhanced Service Airport. Enhanced Service airports are
airports that serve nearly all general aviation aircraft and are economic and transportation centers
for the state.
Several businesses and University of Iowa enterprises are stationed at the airport. Jet Air, Inc. is
the fixed base operator, with 58 employees at Iowa City and their other locations. The Iowa
City -based staff of 17, offers charter flights, aircraft sales, maintenance, fuel, and sale of aviation
related merchandise. Iowa Flight Training provides airplane rental and flight instruction in
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 3
several aircraft models. Numerous faculty members at the University Oflowa College Of
Engineering use the airport for federally funded research on aviation technology and atmospheric
weather phenomena. This research is primarily based out of the Operator Performance
Laboratory located in building H and includes 7 full -time staff and 5 full -time student workers.
Care Ambulance operates a full time ambulatory service and patient transfers. They have
partnered with Jet Air as Jet Air Care to provide medical transport flights to and from the Iowa
City area.
AIRPORT VISION STATEMENT
"The Iowa City Municipal Airport, through the direction of the Airport Commission, will provide a safe,
cost - effective general aviation airport that creates and enriches economic, educational, health care,
cultural, and recreational opportunities for the greater Iowa City area."
AIRPORT MISSION STATEMENT
"The mission of the Iowa City Municipal Airport is to support the strategic goals of the City of Iowa City
and to meet the needs of its stakeholders."
In a continuing effort to develop and maintain a relationship with the community, the airport
hosts numerous community events throughout the year. Examples include:
SERTOMA Fly -in Pancake Breakfast
The SERTOMA fly -in pancake breakfast and car show headlines the annual events; this
event raises funds for use by the Service to Mankind ( SERTOMA) organization. The
2013 SERTOMA breakfast took place on August 27. Over 2500 breakfasts were served
during the event.
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 4
FLYIOWA 2014
In June 2013, the Iowa City Municipal Airport was selected to be the host airport for Fly
Iowa 2014. Fly Iowa is a state wide aviation event hosted by airports around the state,
and produced in partnership with the Iowa Aviation Promotion Group. This event will
take place on June 28 and 29t', 2014. The Iowa City Municipal Airport last hosted Fly
Iowa in 2001.
AIR RACE CLASSIC
Also in June 2013, The Iowa City Airport Commission received word that the airport had
been selected as an en route stop for the 2014 Air Race Classic. The Air Race Classic is
a daytime, VFR (visual flight rules) race consisting of teams of female pilots flying a pre-
determined route. The Air Race Classic traces its origins back to the First Women's Air
Derby in 1929 when 20 pilots raced from Santa Monica, CA to Cleveland, OH, site of the
National Air Races. The 2014 Air Race Classic will begin in Concord California, and
finish at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. This Race will take place June 16 -19, 2014.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport previously served as the start site for the Air Race in
2011.
EAA YOUNG EAGLES
The FAA Young Eagles program was launched in 1992 to give interested young people,
ages 8 - 17, an opportunity to go flying in a general aviation airplane. These flights are
offered free of charge and are made possible through the generosity of FAA member
volunteers. In 2013, the Iowa City Municipal Airport and Experimental Aircraft
Association (EAA) Chapter 33 partnered again to provide free airplane rides to children.
Approximately 50 rides were given during the event on June 8t'.
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 5
ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY
In 2009, the Iowa Department of Transportation conducted an Economic Impact Study for the
general aviation airports in the state of Iowa. That study determined that the Iowa City
Municipal Airport contributes 115 jobs and $11.2 million worth of economic activity. The 115
jobs which are linked to the Iowa City Municipal Airport distribute approximately $3.2 million
in annual payroll. Based on economic activity, the Iowa City Municipal Airport ranks as the 4s'
largest general aviation airport in Iowa (IDOT "Iowa Economic Impact of Aviation 2009 ")
BUDGET
Relative to the findings of the state's economic impact study, the Iowa City Municipal Airport
provides an extremely good return for the city's investment in the airport. The Iowa City Airport
Commission and staff continue to maintain an efficient operating budget, which provides the
necessary services and repairs to support the airport infrastructure. In FY2013, the City of Iowa
City contributed $100,000 towards operations at the Iowa City Municipal Airport. That
contribution amount remained the same as FY2012 levels.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport operations budget for FYI shows income of $413,590 and
expenses of $333.982. The airport received $336,936 from a land sale transaction which it used
to repaying airport debt as well as finance additional construction projects.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport receives operating revenue primarily from three sources: rental
income, fuel sales, and general levy support.
The Airport Commission examines and occasionally adjusts T- hangar rental rates on an annual
basis, comparing rates to those at airports within a one -hour drive time to the Iowa City area.
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 6
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report
Airport usage information is best tracked from the fuel flowage fees for fuel purchased at the
airport. FY2008 represents the pre- recession peak fuel commissions. That year the airport
earned just over $21,000 in commissions. Following projects which have increased runway
lengths and enhanced the usability of the airport, as well as a rebound in the charter and medical
flight activities, the Iowa City Municipal Airport has, in the last two years, realized increased
revenue from fuel flowages fees. FY2013 brought in over $24,000 from fuel commissions. This
represents a minor increase in the fuel commissions from FY2012. This boost is primarily
reflective of an increase in the jet fuel commissions as the aviation gasoline market remains
relatively flat when compared to previous years. Personal and hobby aviation continues to be
hampered by high fuel prices and other economic challenges. The chart below tracks the fuel
sales by type over a calendar year.
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Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report
Airport usage information is best tracked from the fuel flowage fees for fuel purchased at the
airport. FY2008 represents the pre- recession peak fuel commissions. That year the airport
earned just over $21,000 in commissions. Following projects which have increased runway
lengths and enhanced the usability of the airport, as well as a rebound in the charter and medical
flight activities, the Iowa City Municipal Airport has, in the last two years, realized increased
revenue from fuel flowages fees. FY2013 brought in over $24,000 from fuel commissions. This
represents a minor increase in the fuel commissions from FY2012. This boost is primarily
reflective of an increase in the jet fuel commissions as the aviation gasoline market remains
relatively flat when compared to previous years. Personal and hobby aviation continues to be
hampered by high fuel prices and other economic challenges. The chart below tracks the fuel
sales by type over a calendar year.
2013 Page 7
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GRANT SUPPORTED AIRPORT PROJECTS
Major airport projects are funded through partnerships with either the Federal Aviation
Administration or the Iowa Department of Transportation. The 2011 FAA Reauthorization
brought with it some stabilization as it provided funding for 2012 -2015, but it also brought
additional local costs for projects with federal participation. The reauthorization act ended a
series of 22 continuing resolutions which had allowed the FAA to continue operating following
the expiration of the previous authorization act in 2007. The change in the grant payment share
which lowered the maximum FAA participation to 90% from 95% of eligible project costs had
an impact as the local community now has to provide a higher percentage of the funds..
Federal grants contribute 90% of the project costs and are typically associated with major
pavement rehabilitation and upgrades. State grants fund 70 -85% of project costs, and are
typically associated with minor pavement and facility repairs and upgrades.
The Iowa City Municipal Airport continues
to work on its safety and capacity projects as
planned. Currently a parallel taxiway is
under construction for Runway 7/25. When
finished, this will allow aircraft to transition
from the apron area to either runway end
without taxiing on runway pavement. This
project is nearing final completion.
The Iowa Department of Transportation
Office of Aviation also aided FY2013
projects. The Airport commission used
Iowa DOT grant funds to support projects
including roofing on the Terminal Building
and Building D (Care Ambulance Office
space). The Iowa DOT has also awarded
funds for FY2014 projects which will
include several areas of pavement
maintenance and a taxiway lighting project.
The Iowa City Airport Commission leased ground to the Fixed Based Operator Jet Air, which
committed to building a new 80' x 80' aircraft storage hangar. This hangar was completed in
November 2012.
The Airport Commission continues to work to improve both the facilities and aesthetics of the
Iowa City Municipal Airport. The Iowa City Airport Commission recently completed a terminal
rehabilitation and tuck- pointing project with the assistance of the Public Works department.
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 8
AVIATION COMMERCE PARK
The Airport, along with City staff, continues efforts to develop land available in Aviation
Commerce Park a/k/a North Airport Development. Funds received from the sale or lease of this
land have been used to pay off City incurred debt for costs associated with the improvements of
that land. The original loan for the infrastructure has been paid for by proceeds from the sale of
parcels in this area.
The Airport Commission and City Council entered into an agreement in FY2011 which
memorializes a plan for further sales of Aviation Commerce Park land to be used to accelerate
the payback of other building construction debt balances.
In Fiscal Year 2013, a transaction sold 2 lots to Autohaus Ltd., and the Commission directed
those proceeds toward paying off other existing hangar construction loans.
FUTURE AIRPORT ACTIVITIES/PROJECTS
The Iowa City Municipal Airport continues to plan for the future. Utilizing state and federal
grants, as well as local improvement money, the Airport continues to refurbish and replace
existing facilities and expand operational capability.
FAA Grant Pre - Applications are due annually in December. The Iowa City Airport Commission
has submitted its application for funding which includes a master plan update for the Iowa City
Municipal Airport. This update will serve as the road map for federal projects over the next 20
years. Actions spelled out in the previous master plan written in 1996 are now virtually
complete. Additional FAA projects will include additional obstruction mitigation and expansion
of the aircraft parking area
In June, The Iowa Department of Transportation awarded the Iowa City Airport three grants for
FY2014 projects at the airport. The first two grants are funding pavement maintenance projects
on taxiways and near hangar areas. The third grant will fund a taxiway lighting project to
provide lighting for the remaining taxiways at the airport.
State Grant Applications are due annually in the spring. The Airport has utilized funding from
the Iowa DOT Office of Aviation to finance repairs to hangars, taxiways, and other infrastructure
which would have a low priority on the FAA scale.
The Iowa City Airport Commission continues to work to achieve the goals laid out in the 2011-
2015 Strategic Plan. This report provides incremental goals over the 5 year period which aligns
with the broader objectives of the Airport Master Plan and the City's Strategic Plan.
The Airport Commission will continue to maintain and strengthen its relationship with City
Council, staff, and the surrounding community by keeping a focus on the mutual goals for the
Iowa City Municipal Airport.
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 9
Airport Staff
Michael Tharp, C.M., Operations Specialist
Airport Commission
Howard Horan, Chairperson
Chris Ogren, Secretary
Minnetta Gardinier
Joe Assouline
Paul Hofineyer
Respectfully Submitted,
Howard Horan, Chairperson
Iowa City Municipal Airport — Annual Report 2013 Page 10
From the City Manager
Looking for the Good
In Praise of Local Government Officials & Employees
(Cities, Counties and School Districts)
By Lewis F. McLain, Jr.
An Open Letter to the Naysayers
Introduction
There comes a point in time when you just have to
say something, to do something. After over 40 years,
I cannot remain silent any longer. The wave of nega-
tivism has been strong for many years when it comes
to city council, school board and commissioners'
court meetings. This is a call to all citizens and local
government employees to help communicate im-
portant messages that have long been overlooked or
simply not spoken. It is so easy to be a naysayer. The
poison spreads and before long there is a feeding
frenzy to attack just for the sake of attacking.
I have seen mean - spirited people who sound like
they know what they are talking about whip a group
of people into a tizzy who are drawn into the fight
but have no clue about the substance of the inflam-
matory language being used. There is always a tell -
sign because the naysayers start throwing in words
like "transparency" and "waste" but have no specific
point when you try to pin them down on their asser-
tion. Another tell -sign is when they start throwing in
references to issues going on at the federal level or
start quoting historical patriots or philosophers to
show they have nailed the truth.
Most of what is good in our communities have been
built over years by strong leaders and visionaries. In
many cases, as history will attest, it has been the
news publishers leading the way to progress and
greatness. Naysayers want to undo, break down or
at least thwart the work of many good people. This
negative movement has got to be offset.
Looking for the Good
We need people who look for the good instead of
simply dwelling on the bad or perceived bad they can
find. We need people who not only feel a sense of
gratitude for all that we are blessed to have and,
more importantly, be willing to step up and express
that appreciation to elected officials and govern-
ment staffs doing their best to make wise decisions
on behalf of the public.
We need people who are willing to attend council
meetings and point out the good. We need letters
sent in abundance to include the praise fortough de-
cisions and the thanks for the civic duty of volunteers
and the hard work of paid staffers. We need to match
the naysayers 10:1 when the primary motivation is
to express a chronic complaint for anything they can
find or for any person they can demonize.
Does this mean councilmembers or staff members
should never be questioned and only heaped with
praise? Absolutely not. There is always a forum with
willing ears in order for anybody to address a con-
cern or grievance. Looking for the Good is about
providing a balance and spreading a new perspective
to every corner of governance possible.
What are the Messages?
Surprisingly, many of the messages of those Looking
for the Good are the same as the naysayers. Much of
the difference that sets the two mindsets apart is
how the messages are delivered and whether they
are slanted or fact-based. These are hardly new mes-
sages from me given I have been writing about them
for 33 years. Just not to the right audience.
We want to be supportive of responsible govern-
ment and to show that backing by being new mes-
sengers that can help fill a void and to bring new en-
ergy for leaders, managers and workers trying to
bring quality services to their jurisdictions. Following
are some of the messages of Looking for the Good
supporters. This is not a club or PAC. It is a way of life.
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1. We encourage decorum and civility in all its expect sound financial decisions today with
forms with respect for other officials with a will- great weight given to their impact on the future.
ingness to point out when there is a deteriora- We will encourage life -cycle costing of new ser-
tion surfacing in any public forum. vices to be studied and explained to the public
and for the source of funding to be clearly stated.
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We will offer our services to new and current
council members, the news media and citizens to
better understand government finances and
how the local government operates. This in-
cludes workshops, printed materials and news
stories to the extent that we can provide them
as volunteers.
All of our analyses and statements will be fact -
based with any kind of opinion stated separately.
We will encourage the same from naysayers and
call them into question when blended and false.
We will make every effort to encourage efficient
and effective services by promoting productivity
improvements and making those government ef-
forts known publicly. We know there are many.
We will discourage waste but will make it clear
what we mean by "waste" when we use that
term and impose that clarity requirement on
those who use the word loosely.
We encourage reasonable risk taking to improve
services or saving money and do not believe it is
a punishable act if there is an occasional failure.
We acknowledge that mistakes are made all the
time by the best of public officials. We are en-
couragers and not blame- seekers. When lessons
are learned and not repeated, we will celebrate
and balance forgiveness with actions to remove
those who have made a mistake.
We will take to task any naysayer who makes un-
founded statements, uses and promotes false in-
formation and any misuse of data that sounds
like facts and are asserted as the truth. Our find-
ings will be made public.
9. We will take and promote the view of bond rat-
ing agencies and our bond holders who favor and
10. We are supportive of the Public Information Act,
for open government in all of its forms and for
transparency. However, we discourage petty
and numerous requests that are clearly for the
purpose of intimidation and nuisance and will
point out those abuses as we learn about them.
11. We will encourage every form of reasonable
transparency but will make it clear what we
mean by "transparency" and impose that clarity
requirement on those who use the word loosely
and for the purpose of baseless inflammatory ac-
cusations.
12. We will inquire of naysayers, especially those at-
tacking transparency, if they have spent time
studying the enormous resources on the govern-
ments' Web site as well as for disclosures made
in the Official Statements issued for bond sales
that are available online in order to gain an un-
derstanding how independent outsiders study
facts and make decisions based on facts.
13. We will publicly oppose statements regarding
the absoluteness of decisions not to raise the
revenues to pay for services before knowledge is
gained on the ability and willingness to reduce
services to close budget gaps.
14. We will note to the news media when state-
ments are made about the need to do more to
address local problems that are followed months
later about criticisms to raise revenues to pay for
addressing the problems highlighted by the me-
dia.
15. We will support, assist in the measurement of
and insist that the condition of aging infrastruc-
ture be estimated along with the cost of address-
ing items such as buildings, streets, sidewalks,
water & sewer facilities and screening walls.
16. We will point out when decisions are being made
to defer spending on needed items being shoved
to the future, making them more costly. We will
request that it be made public when deferral de-
cisions today are making maintenance turn into
repairs, repairs into rehabilitation and rehabilita-
tion into replacement costs.
17. We will insist the full cost of employee retire-
ment systems, other retirement benefits and
current leave policies be measured and disclosed
along with information regarding plans to fund
same.
18. We will address public complaints brought to the
local level that invoke references to state and
federal grievances. We must keep the topics fo-
cused on those things within the control and re-
sponsibility of local officials. We must publicly
highlight when our local governance forums are
being used as a substitute for a complaint with
Austin or Washington.
19. When property taxes are mentioned as griev-
ances that include references to the totality of
local property taxes, we will address the compar-
isons that include items beyond the control of
the local governance body being addressed. The
total taxes are important to understand but
should not be comingled to make an inaccurate
assertion.
20. We will do all we can to enumerate the entire
body of services provided by the government en-
tity being addressed in order to balance the fo-
cus of taxes and fees with the services being pro-
vided, most of which can be shown to be very
economical.
21. We will emphasize the origin of the services to
better understand those that are state or federal
mandates that involve public health and safety
as well as services that are, in fact, those that
were requested by the citizens themselves
through their council representatives in past
yea rs.
22. We will emphasize that most of the budgetary
decision facing today's governing bodies are in
response to actions put into motion by past
councils. We will encourage current councils to
not act surprised or to apologize when they hap-
pen to be seated with the bills come due. In fact,
we will assist in pointing out a report card from
councils from five or ten years ago that are im-
pacting today's budget.
23. On the other hand, we will point out those deci-
sions being made today that will impact future
councils serving our children and grandchildren
with expectations that there are more opportu-
nities than threats even though both need to be
discussed. Equal emphasis will be placed on the
impact of doing nothing to prepare for a sustain-
able future. We will share our understanding of
the dilemma facing all governing bodies and help
by providing a perspective.
24. We will encourage 20 -year strategic planning. It
is evident that annual budgets and even five -
year plans are not sufficient for disclosing the
challenges that arrive in longer cycles. Twenty
years is the period for most bond issues, for a
change in the generation of citizens and within
the zone of the average employment cycle.
25. We will be supportive of hard decisions that are
made with the informed judgment, proper delib-
eration and full disclosure of the future impact.
26. We will emphasize the purpose of representa-
tive governance that is to address the issues of
the individual as much as possible while having
over - arching obligations to do what is best for
the community as a whole with an inter- genera-
tional perspective.
27. We will emphasize the competitive environment
that has evolved over the last decade or two that
did not exist for many years. In that regard, the
motivation to incentivize business recruitment
and retention is rooted in the expectation that
there will be a long -term financial benefit to the
city as a whole.
28. We will point out that most local governments
extend many benefits to the elderly and those on
a fixed income through tax exemptions. How-
ever, all residential constituencies are benefitted
by a strong mix of business constituencies (and
they are constituencies) that pay more in taxes
than the services they demand. In essence, busi-
ness properties subsidize residential properties.
That point should be made and understood re-
garding the extent the governing body can ad-
dress the ability to pay with an eye toward fair-
ness.
29. We will provide a perspective when possible to
show that simply looking at an increase in the
budgetary dollars alone is misleading for com-
parative purposes. If a fair and accurate picture
is to be provided, it is imperative to adjust spend-
ing comparisons for a) services that were re-
quested by citizens; b) the cost of inflation; and
c) the growth in the population served.
30. It is also fair to take related factors into consid-
eration for the revenue side by showing a) new
revenues that were generated by the new ser-
vices added, if any; b) the inflationary compo-
nent on the property tax base through revalua-
tions; and c) the property tax base increase
through new additions.
31. We will point out the leap -frog dilemma involved
in the arrival of new or additional revenues in re-
lationship to the earlier arrival of the demand for
services. The property valuation and collection
time lag versus the service demand is as much as
18 months and places budgetary pressures on
the local government that are not always evident
at first glance.
32. We will remind local officials and the public of
the pitfalls of comparing with other adjacent ju-
risdictions by using only one metric such as tax
rates. The breadth and depth of services differ
quite significantly between local jurisdictions.
However, the business mix, the average house-
hold income and the average value per house are
much more significant. In essence, one must
know the details about a multitude of factors for
each entity included in a comparison. The accu-
rate interpretation of comparative data is diffi-
cult and can be easily misused and abused.
33. We will point out the dilemma facing local gov-
ernments when it comes to assuring services can
be provided at acceptable levels well into the fu-
ture that makes a single budget view too myopic
to reveal the full picture. Water rights, landfill
permitting, park land acquisition and a multitude
of investments for a responsible future require
the expenditure of large dollar amounts today.
34. We will explain that true innovations that will
benefit the future often require an investment
today. Like in any business where a certain
amount of research and development invest-
ment is necessary to make strides in improved
service delivery, local governments are no differ-
ent.
35. We will point out the misuse and misinterpreta-
tion of large numbers. Local governments are, in
fact, huge enterprises when compared to indi-
vidual business in the community and certainly
to the household budget. The infrastructure
costs dwarf those of all but the largest of indus-
tries. The debt requirement is unparalleled since
councils and staff deal with decisions that affect
the next several decades. It is meaningful to use
some common ratios and metrics to measure ex-
tremes, but using only large numbers as an argu-
ment is simply wrong.
36. The compensation for local government workers
is certainly a component of public information
and should be monitored. However, the law of
large numbers enters into the equation here,
too, in that executive and professional education
and training are very costly whether in the busi-
ness of managing companies or managing gov-
ernments. Risk - taking is also costly as it applies
to fire, EMS and police services. Lastly, every job
in local government is open to anyone who pos-
sess the education, experience and, in many
cases, the physical qualifications.
37. We will discourage fights between local govern-
ments. The excuse to "fight for our citizens"
leads to very bad and costly decisions in the long-
term and, in fact, is detrimental to the public in
many cases. We will be watchful for those events
that start off as small skirmishes but are leading
to a costly battle. We will try to head those off by
providing actual cases where nobody won other
than lawyers and expert witnesses and, within
just a few years, nobody can remember how the
fight got started.
38. We will encourage regional cooperation. It is a
fact that many governmental challenges are too
big and costly to be handled by one jurisdiction
alone. If dialogue and fairness will prevail both at
the initial decision point and over the long -term
and as programs mature, great economies are
possible. However, we will also point out that
over a long time period of a few decades, there
may be points in time when one party is benefit -
ted more than another. Mature and responsible
leadership is required during every phase as new
naysayers come on the scene and want to "fight
for their citizens" to eke out a perceived benefit
at a single point in time.
An Urgent Request
If you are interested in supporting these statements
and being a part of Looking for the Good philosophy,
please let me know. If you are willing to be available
to monitor and speak up against naysayers and to
lend support to local government staffs and govern-
ing boards, then give me your thoughts. I can only do
so much and mostly in my own town.
However, I truly believe something has to be done to
stop this insane naysayer movement that is putting
cities at risk and making life miserable for many local
government officials doing their best to build great
communities. The continuing trend, if not reversed,
will be detrimental to the citizens in the long term.
Permission is granted to pass this paper to any and
all governing bodies, citizens (including naysayers),
news media and academic institutions. LFM
(Lewis F McLain Jr has been involved in local government
since 1973 as an employee, consultant, writer, adjunct
professor, trainer and observer. He lives in McKinney,
Texas and is currently bringing this message to his local
governmental entities in an effort to balance a naysayer
movement. He has been married to wife, Linda, for 45
years and enjoys his son and daughter -in -law, Kenneth &
DeAnne, and three grandkids who also live in McKinney.
Lewis' resume' is attached, and he can be reached at
lfm @citybose.net)
Resume' for Lewis F. McLain, Jr.
Consultant, Trainer, Writer, Analyst, Investor
Academic: Graduated from University of North Texas in Decem-
ber 1971 with a BBA in Accounting. Taught Undergraduate and
Graduate Courses at Southern Methodist University (1979 -
1983), University of Dallas (1983) and University of North Texas
(1993). Taught a LINT graduate course in MPA program (2006):
Performance Measures for Local Governments and Non - Profits.
Completed continuing education courses at Collin College (2012)
in Business Intelligence /Knowledge Management, SQL Server
2008 R2 Essentials, Integrated Services, Analysis Services and Re-
porting Services.
Employment: Boise Cascade Envelope Division — Assistant Con-
troller (1972- 1973); Garland - Budget Director (1973- 1977); Dal-
las County - Budget Officer (the first in Texas) (1977- 1979); First
National Bank in Dallas — Vice President Public Finance (1979-
1980); Fiscal Planning Consultant (1981 - 2001); North Central
Texas Council of Governments, Director of Administration (2001-
2002); CityBase.Net, Inc., President (2000- Current), McLain De-
cision Support Systems, Principal (2004- Current); Part-Time Spe-
cial Projects Fiscal manager, NCTCOG (2008 -2012)
Consulting Experience:
Areas of Specialty: Impact Fees; Water & Sewer Rate Studies;
Stormwater Drainage Fees; Multi -Year Financial Planning; Budg-
eting & Performance Analyses; Computer Modeling (Excel); Fi-
nancial Analyses; Build -Out Analyses; Real Estate & Economic
Feasibility Analyses; and Training & Workshops.
Previous and Current Clients: Addison, Arlington, Bellaire, Cedar
Hill, Carrollton, College Station, Conroe, Coppell, Dallas County,
Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Duncanville, Euless, Fort Worth,
Friendswood, Granbury, Grand Prairie, Grapevine, Greenville,
Highland Park, Highland Village, Huntsville, Hurst, Irving, Lancas-
ter, La Porte, Lewisville, McKinney, Missouri City, North Richland
Hills, Plano, Princeton, Richardson, San Marcos, Seagoville,
Southlake, Trophy Club and University Park.
Seminars /Workshops: With National, State and Regional Organ-
izations (100 +). Orientation to Microcomputers, Impact Fees,
Utility Rate Making, Fiscal Impact Analyses, Budgeting/Multi-
Year Financial Planning, Finance /Budget Officer Mentoring and
Development and Ethics & Various Managerial Topics. Most Re-
cently Municipal Problem Solving Using Excel as the Analytical
Tool.
Publications (Mostly GFOAT Monthly Newsletter):
"Cost of Service Lessons Afforded by a Fleet Maintenance Anal-
ysis" April 2008.
"The Slippery Slope of Sales Tax Revenues" February 2008
"Disobeying the Laws of Arithmetic" January 2008.
"In Search of a Methodology to Normalize Water Revenues" Au-
gust 2007.
"A Method and Rationale for Calculating the Average Age of Your
City" June 2007.
"A Fire Station Site Model & How This is Related to Budgeting"
May 2007.
"The Need to Replace Public Debate with Community Dialogue"
July 2006. (Co- Authored).
"Using the Monthly Experience Curve to Assist With Continuous
Year -End Estimate" June 2006.
"Please Don't Bring Me a Problem Without a Solution: A Mes-
sage from Management" October 2005.
"Effective Finance Directors Have Strong Chief Accountants"
September 2005.
" GFOAT Resource Library — Official Statements" July 2005.
"Develop an Exit Strategy: There Can Be Life After Municipal Gov-
ernment" June 2005.
"Will The Real CPI Please Stand Up" April 2005.
"The Handwriting Is On The Wall" March 2005.
"The Math of Space & Place" March 2005.
"Understanding the Capacity in Cost Analysis" November 2004.
"This Is What I Know: A Primer for Newly Elected Officials" July
2004
"Applying Technical Analysis To Sales Tax Data" March 2004.
" Stormwater Drainage Fees — Why Are You Waiting ?" August
2003.
"Understanding Budget Arithmetic" June 2003.
"Zero -Base Budgeting Revisited" February 2003.
"Between Epiphany and Elvis — A Memo In Preparation of a Staff
Planning Meeting" January 2003.
"About Those Leave Policies: A Follow -Up to a Previous Article"
October 2002.
"Now More Than Ever Is The Time To Be Vigilant" July 2002.
"The Not -So- Visible Costs of Fringe Benefits and Leave Benefits"
June 2002.
"The Pareto Principle —the 80/20 Rule" February 2002.
"How Will Electric Deregulation Affect Electric Franchise Fees ?"
August 2001.
"Analyzing Solid Waste Rates for Commercial Customers" April
2001.
"Three Little Words" September 2000.
"The Business of GFOAT" August 2000.
"Capital Project Management: Do It Right on the Front End or
Suffer the Forensic Audit on the Back End" July 2000.
"City Manager Memorandum: Preparing for a Pre - Budget Re-
treat" February 2000.
"The Basics of Budgeting for Newly Elected Officials" Texas Town
& City June 2000
"The Financial Functions Overlaid with Managerial Functions:
Emphasizing the Management in Financial Management" Octo-
ber 1999.
"Impact Fees and the Finance Official: Accounting Requirements
on The Horizon and The Overall Instructional Value of Impact Fee
Issues" September 1999.
"The GFOAT Executive Directorship" July 1999 Co- Authored with
Kathy DuBose and Charles Cox.
"General Principles of Web Design and Thinking about the Fi-
nance Section" June 1999.
"Fiscal Diplomacy Tool -The Decision Matrix" April 1999.
"Welcome to WWW.GFOAT.ORG" March 1999.
"The Politics and Practicalities of Information Overload" January
1999.
"The Value of Comparative Data - Part III - Understanding Your
Tax Base" December 1998.
"Deputized To Play Fairly" November 1998.
"The Value of Comparative Data - Part I" September 1998.
"Preparing For A Job Interview - Including The One You Want To
Keep" June 1998.
"Financial Planning Fundamentals - Can You Handle The Truth ?"
April 1998.
"Will The Real Fund Balance Please Stand Up" March 1998.
"Why Good People Steal" February 1998.
"Mentorship - Achieving That Delicate Balance" September
1996.
"Developing Utility Rates To Satisfy Economic Development Ob-
jectives" December 1992.
"An Argument For Recovering Delayed Tax Collections In The
Building Permit Fee" October 1993.
"An Elected Official Workshop Trilogy" October 1989.
"Big Differences In Texas Counties" August 1989.
"How Strategic Planning Can Help Put Budgeting In Perspective"
October 1988.
"A Look At Interest & Sinking Funds In Light Of Truth -In- Taxation
And Tax Reform" July 1988.
"Personal Financial Planning Offered As An Employee Assistance
Program" February 1988.
"Tax Abatements -Wake Up Finance Directors!" December 1987.
"The Bank Franchise Tax - It Still Ain't Fixed!" August 1987.
"Professional Accreditation: A Texas Effort" June 1987.
"What Can I Learn From You? A Preparatory Exercise For Budg-
eting" April 1987.
"Frustration & Fatigue: The Aftermath Of The Audit" March
1987.
"The Bond Buyer Index: A Look At The Historical Trends" January
1987.
"Finance Directors Want To Look Under The Hood" November
1986.
"Finance Director Stress Management" October 1986.
"An Argument For A Golden Years Trust Fund" January 1986.
"Are You Part Of The Management Team ?" December 1985.
"Investment Policies" November 1985.
"Treasury Bill Discount Rate Vs. Yield" October 1985.
Other Government Leadership Roles:
Executive Director, GFOAT. Engaged by the Government Finance
Officers Association of Texas ( GFOAT), an 800+ member organi-
zation, to be the contractual Executive Director in a part-time re-
lationship from 1999 to 2004. Duties included general leader-
ship, coordination and assistance to the GFOAT Board and stand-
ing committees. Remained as Newsletter Editor until June 2006.
Recipient of the first GFOAT Ethics Award in 2003 and given the
honor of having the award being named, "The Lewis F. McLain,
Jr. Ethics in Leadership Award."
From the City Manager 1P9
Harsh Winter Forces States to Scramble for Salt
BY ELISHA FIELDSTADT AND ELIZABETH CHUCK
The world has plenty of salt. It's America's roads that are in short supply.
The wild winter has wreaked havoc on the supply chain between salt mines as far -flung as Chile and
weather - beaten U.S. states struggling to find enough salt to keep roads safe.
"There isn't technically a salt shortage because salt is still in abundant supply," said Lori Roman,
president of the Salt Institute, a non -profit trade association. Roman said that municipalities and
transportation departments have exhausted inventory that normally would have lasted till spring.
"This weather is forcing many to order again mid - season, and that's not an ideal situation, as there's
always a lead time for delivery," she said.
While salt is plentiful on the Earth,
which causes the delays — said Dei
road and table varieties of the mines
Morton is "running extended hours
shipments to customers," Lauer saic
Still, "salt supplies can become chat
experiencing," she said.
The misery is widespread:
he mining process is labor intensive and takes a lot of time -
ise Lauer, a spokeswoman for Morton Salt, which produces both
11.
)f operation at our production sites and stockpiles to accelerate
lenged during extraordinary winters like the one we're
• New York City already has spread some 346,000 tons of rock salt on its roads so far this year,
almost the total for last winter, said Belinda Mager, a spokeswoman for the city Department
of Sanitation. The city has spent $57.3 million' on snow removal so far this winter, putting it
on track to top last year's spending.
• Ohio starts each winter with 627,000 tons of salt in state facilities, with 500,000 more in
reserve, said Steve Faulkner, a spokesman for the state's Department of Transportation said.
Midway through winter, the state has already used 810,000 tons.
• New Jersey has blown by its $62.5 million annual record for snow removal, and Joe Dee, a
spokesman for the state Department of Transportation, said salt "supplies are dwindling."
"We're asking everyone to gather the salt from their local McDonalds," Faulkner joked. "That's our
contribution to a healthier America."
Heavy equipment operator Kelly Von Ellingtton, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., loads salt onto his
truck at the Atlantic County Department of Public Works in Northfield, N.J. ahead of another snow
storm, Monday, Dec. 9, 2013.
The problem has been the frequency of the storms, rather than the severity. Multiple events cut into
supplies worse than one or two big snowstorms. Even a modest snowfall requires treating the roads.
"A department of transportation would use more salt on 10 two -inch snowfalls than it would on one
20 -inch snowfall," explained Roman. "It's not just that there's been more snow, it's that there's been
more snow events, which means they have to get out there with the salt trucks more often.
Most state government contracts are locked in, meaning the law of supply- and -demand shouldn't
spike prices for transportation departments. Tara Hart, communications manager for Compass
Minerals, a leading supplier of highway deicing products, said all bids for salt contracts are done over
the summer, setting the price of salt for a year.
But local municipalities and private vendors don't enjoy fixed prices.
"We're asking everyone to gather the salt from their local McDonalds. That's our contribution to a
healthier' America."
"So the municipalities that could buy bulk salt early in the year at $53 a ton are now paying $130 a
ton," said Tom Breier, general manager of Ice Melt Chicago.
Private companies are feeling the literal toll from smaller salt suppliers also. Wayne Endre, a private
plowman in Wilmette, Ill., said the price per ton of salt jumped from $65 in the beginning of the
season to $165:
Endre's original supplier ran out, even after raising prices to $160.' "What kind of supplier are you ?"
Endre asked rhetorically.
The lack of salt in the area has prompted Wilmette, Ill., to inform residents that some streets won't be
salted for the rest of the winter, "except under extraordinary circumstances."
Road Salt Shortage Hampers Ohio streets won't be' salted 'for the rest of the winter, "except
under extraordinary circumstances'."
"The Village has ordered its full allocation for the current season and the vendor is unable to provide
any additional quantities," a statement read, adding that the possibility of any further deliveries were
"uncertain at best."
Other state transportation departments have had to shift state supplies to needy communities.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency Wednesday and ordered 3,500 tons of
road salt— about 130 truckloads to be redirected from state supplies to salt - starved Long Island
and New York City.
In Fort Lee, N.J., officials are prioritizing which streets get the "white gold." Anthony Lione of the
city's Department of Public Works said main roads would be salted, but side streets may need to
remain slippery, according to NBC New York.
"We try to hit the areas that need it the most, and the rest we just plow," Lione said, adding that Fort
Lee's salt supplier was four to five days behind on shipments.
Slow deliveries' have prompted states like Pennsylvania, Virginia and New Jersey to declare states of
emergency that lessen restrictions for salt delivery drivers in order to expedite salt transportation,
according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
A front loader carries salt out of a mine to be placed on a truck use to salt the streets of Newark, N.J.,
following an overnight snow storm, Friday, Jan. 3, 2014.
"With major rock salt shortages, it's starting to get scary out there," Anthony Scorzetti, a hardware
and paint manager for Braen Supply in Wanaque, New Jersey, told Reuters. "I have people calling
from all parts of the East Coast looking for it, and we just have nothing."
The story was the same at small salt suppliers like Hillwick in New Jersey and Abraxus in Ohio,
whose representatives both said they can't get their hands on salt at all and have been out for weeks.
This year's shortage could impact prices when 2015 contracts are drawn up. Bill Boynton, a
spokesman for the New Hampshire Department of Transportation, said that after 2007's severe
winter, the price of salt for 2008 jumped 25 percent.
"There is a concern, based upon what we have seen in the past, that the price could jump significantly
next year,, he said.
Marian Karr
From:
Geoff Fruin
Sent:
Monday, February 17, 2014 3:34 PM
To:
vicki .lensing @leg is. state. ia.us; mary. mascher@legis. state. ia. us;
david.jacoby@legis. state. ia. us; sally. stutsman @leg is. iowa.gov;
bobby.kaufmann@legis.iowa.gov
Cc:
'Joe Bolkcom'; Dvorsky, Robert [LEGIS] (bob.dvorsky @legis.iowa.gov); Council
Subject:
HF 184
Dear Johnson County Representatives:
For the last several years, Iowa City and numerous other communities have spoken out against repeated legislative
attempts to preclude cities from regulating housing occupancy based on familial relationships. Today HF 184 passed the
House Judiciary Committee (15 -5). This bill prevents cities from regulating housing based on familial relationships. We
would like to thank Representative Lensing for voting no at the committee level.
Decisions involving local zoning should be left up to the municipal governments that are most accountable to the
residents of the neighborhoods. Iowa City, like many other cities across Iowa and across the nation, has regulated
housing based on the number of unrelated tenants. This is a commonly used regulatory practice that has proven its
effectiveness for several decades in communities of all sizes across the country. Just last year, the City Council amended
Iowa City's non - familial regulations to help stabilize our central neighborhoods.
Maintaining strong neighborhoods that are affordable and livable for all populations is a top priority for the City of Iowa
City. This particular tool is perhaps the most critical and effective way to maintain balanced, healthy neighborhoods. As
such, I strongly urge you to vote against HF 184 and keep zoning decisions local.
I appreciate your past support related to this effort and encourage you to continue to oppose bills such as HF 184. If you
would like to speak in more detail about the impacts of this bill please do not hesitate to contact me.
Again, thank you for your consideration of this very important issue.
Geoff Fruin
Assistant to the City Manager I City of Iowa City, Iowa
P: 319.356.5013
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CITIZENS POLICE REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES — February 11, 2014
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Joseph Treloar called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Melissa Jensen, Donald King, Royceann Porter (5:33PM) and
Mazahir Salih
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Staff Kellie Tuttle and Catherine Pugh
STAFF ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Jim Steffen of the ICPD; Marian Karr, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
1) Accept PCRB Report on Complaint #13 -04
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by King, seconded by Jensen, to adopt the consent calendar as presented or
amended.
• Minutes of the meeting on 01/28/14
• ICPD Memorandum #14 -01 — 4th Quarter 2013 Use of Force Review
• ICPD Use of Force — October 2013
• ICPD Use of Force — November 2013
• ICPD Use of Force — December 2013
Motion carried, 4/0, Porter absent.
OLD BUSINESS
Video - The City Cable Division will begin production of the education video concerning the
Citizens Police Review Board shortly. Karr referred to the memorandum that was included in
the meeting packet, which gave some preliminary information and sample questions for Board
member interviews to include in the video. It was agreed that the City Clerk would give Cable
the member contact information and they could work with each other to schedule times for the
interviews.
Legal Counsel resignation update — Karr stated that at the January 28th meeting the Board
agreed to create an Option 5, directing the City Clerk and the Equity Director, along with either
the Chair or Vice Chair (pending availability) to interview, complete evaluation tool, and make a
recommendation to the Board. Vice Chair Jensen participated in the interviews and reported
that it was a unanimous decision to recommend Pat Ford for the Legal Counsel position to the
Board and authorize the City Clerk to enter into the contract for the City.
It was moved by King, and seconded by Salih to accept the recommendation of Pat Ford as
Legal Counsel and authorize the City Clerk to enter into the contract for the City. Motion
carried, 5/0.
CPRB
February 11, 2014
Page 2
NEW BUSINESS
Community Forum — Tuttle stated that the Board needed to be thinking about when and
where they would like to hold the community forum. After discussion, the Board agreed to hold
the forum at 6pm at the Library again and directed staff to look for available dates in late April
or early May. It was also decided that some type of intro /ice breaker from the Board should be
done and then they would open it up to the public for questions.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION None.
BOARD INFORMATION None.
STAFF INFORMATION None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Jensen, seconded by King to adjourn into Executive Session based on Section
21.5(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by
state or federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept confidential as a condition for that
government body's possession or continued receipt of federal funds, and 22.7(11) personal
information in confidential personnel records of public bodies including but not limited to cities,
boards of supervisors and school districts, and 22 -7(5) police officer investigative reports,
except where disclosure is authorized elsewhere in the Code; and 22.7(18) Communications
not required by law, rule or procedure that are made to a government body or to any of its
employees by identified persons outside of government, to the extent that the government
body receiving those communications from such persons outside of government could
reasonably believe that those persons would be discouraged from making them to that
government body if they were available for general public examination.
Motion carried, 5/0. Open session adjourned at 5:49 P.M.
REGULAR SESSION
Returned to open session at 6:43 P.M.
Motion by Jensen, seconded by Treloar to to forward the Public Report as amended for PCRB
Complaint #13 -04 to City Council.
Motion carried, 5/0.
TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subiect to change)
• March 11, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
• April 8, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
• May 13, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
• June 10, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
ADJOURNMENT
Motion for adjournment by Jensen, seconded by Salih.
Motion carried, 5/0.
Meeting adjourned at 6:46 P.M.
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A Board of the City of Iowa City
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Iowa City, IA 52240 -1826
(319) 356 -5041
February 11, 2014
Re: Investigation of CPRB Complaint #13 -04
This is the Report of the Citizens Police Review Board's (the "Board ") review of the investigation
of Complaint CPRB #13 -04 (the "Complaint ").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, Section 8 -8 -713 (2), the Board's job is to review the
Police Chiefs Report ( "Report ") of his investigation of a complaint. The City Code requires the
Board to apply a "reasonable basis" standard of review to the Report and to "give deference" to
the Report "because of the Police Chiefs professional expertise ", Section 8 -8 -7 B (2). While the
City Code directs the Board to make "Findings of Fact ", it also requires that the Board
recommend that the Police Chief reverse or modify his findings only if these findings are
"unsupported by substantial evidence', are "unreasonable, arbitrary or capricious" or are
"contrary to a Police Department policy or practice, or any Federal, State or local law ", Section
8 -8 -7 B (2) a, b, c.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE
The Complaint was initiated by the Complainant on October 8, 2013. As required by Section 8-
8-5 (B) of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation.
The Chiefs Report was filed with the City Clerk on January 6, 2014.
The Board voted to review the Chiefs Report in accordance with Section 8 -8 -7 (B) (1) (d),
Request additional investigation by the Police Chief or City Manager, or request police
assistance in the Board's own investigation.
The Board met to consider the Report on January 28, 2014 and February 11, 2014.
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This is the Report of the Citizens Police Review Board's (the "Board ") review of the investigation
of Complaint CPRB #13 -04 (the "Complaint ").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, Section 8 -8 -713 (2), the Board's job is to review the
Police Chiefs Report ( "Report ") of his investigation of a complaint. The City Code requires the
Board to apply a "reasonable basis" standard of review to the Report and to "give deference" to
the Report "because of the Police Chiefs professional expertise ", Section 8 -8 -7 B (2). While the
City Code directs the Board to make "Findings of Fact ", it also requires that the Board
recommend that the Police Chief reverse or modify his findings only if these findings are
"unsupported by substantial evidence', are "unreasonable, arbitrary or capricious" or are
"contrary to a Police Department policy or practice, or any Federal, State or local law ", Section
8 -8 -7 B (2) a, b, c.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE
The Complaint was initiated by the Complainant on October 8, 2013. As required by Section 8-
8-5 (B) of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation.
The Chiefs Report was filed with the City Clerk on January 6, 2014.
The Board voted to review the Chiefs Report in accordance with Section 8 -8 -7 (B) (1) (d),
Request additional investigation by the Police Chief or City Manager, or request police
assistance in the Board's own investigation.
The Board met to consider the Report on January 28, 2014 and February 11, 2014.
FINDINGS OF FACT
On September 9, 2013 at approximately 6:33 a.m., Officer A notified the Joint Emergency
Communications Center (JECC) he would be conducting a follow up investigation. The
investigation was related to a burglary case, with the suspect in the stolen property case being
the Complainant's son.
The Complainant's son was placed under arrest for possession of stolen property and taken into
custody. During the arrest, the Complainant's son was taken to the ground by officers in an
attempt to gain control and handcuff him.
ALLEGATION — Officer used excessive force when arresting complainant's son.
Officer A was following up with a current investigation and stopped to question the
Complainant's son in regards to this investigation. Officer had a right to engage the
Complainant's son with questioning about the stolen property. After a brief interview, Officer A
advised him to turn around, place his hands, behind his back, and that he was under arrest.
The Complainant's son did not follow the officer's directives, at which time, he was taken to the
ground in an attempt to gain control. Officers A, B, and C reported that he continued to resist
arrest, Officer B used pepper spray to gain control of the Complainant's son.
Reports state the Complainant's son was asked if he needed medical attention which he denied.
The Complainant's son was transported to University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics (UIHC), where
he again denied any injuries and declined medical treatment. The Complainant's son signed a
release and was transported back to jail.
The above information is consistent with reports and supported by the in -car audio recording.
There were no violations of department policy and the Complainant's son's constitutional rights
were not violated
Allegation: Officer used excessive force when arresting complainant's son - Not sustained
COMMENTS
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MINUTES PRELIMINARY
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JANUARY 16, 2014 — 6:30 PM
ASSEMBLY ROOM, SENIOR CNTER
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michelle Bacon Curry, Andrew Chappell, Cheryll Clamon, David
Hacker, Jim Jacobson, Dottie Persson, Rachel Zimmermann
Smith
MEMBERS ABSENT: Peter Matthes, Christine Ralston
STAFF PRESENT: Steve Long
OTHERS PRESENT: Scott Hansen, KaQuishia Harrington, Heath Brewer, Ewa
Bardach, Tracey Achenbach, Susan Gray, Kristie Doser, Diane
Dingbaum, Heifi Cuda, Susie Poulton, Susan Wehr, Karen Suter,
Barbara Vinograde, Karen DeGroot, Mary Palmberg, Jeff
Kellbach, Nicole Hines, Jane Drapeaux
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
The following FYI Aid to Agencies budget, with the proviso that if there is more
funding, every agency gets proportionally more, and if there is less each agency receives
proportionally less, is recommended for City Council approval (passed 7 -0).
Consideration of this recommendation will be placed on the May 6 City Council agenda.
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JANUARY 16, 2014
PAGE 3 of 7
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chair Andrew Chappell.
APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 19, 2013 MINUTES:
The Commission agreed to defer approval of the minutes for the next meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None.
STAFF /COMMISSION COMMENT:
None.
Review of the FYI CDBG /HOME Allocation Process
Long explained that the applications are due January 17. He reviewed some of the important
dates listed on the printed timeline in the Commissioners' packets:
• February 20 — Q & A session with applicants
• March 6 — Review of groupings and consensus scenarios
• March 13 — Only necessary if business is not concluded at the March 6th meeting
Discussion Regarding FY15 Aid to Agencies Funding Requests
• Discuss Aid to Agencies Applications
• Develop Aid to Agencies Budget Recommendation to Council
Chappell explained that this is a new process and that new guidelines were adopted by the City
Council. The guidelines will require more scrutiny of the applications. He reminded the
Commission that according to the guidelines at least 80% of the available funds need to be
allocated to those that have a high priority. Chappell reminded the commission that DVIP's
priority was classified as a high priority.
Persson stated that she has a background with issues of homelessness, as she was on the
Shelter House Board during the approximately ten years while the community was working to
get a new facility built. She said that she has questions she wishes to be included as part of the
minutes and hopes that City Council sees these questions:
• Is DVIP requesting to be considered as a homeless service provider purely for funding
priority purposes for this allocation or is it an overall shift in their mission?
• How will DVIP be entering their data? They receive emergency services grant funding.
All homeless service providers receiving this funding are mandated to participate in the
State's Homeless Management Information System, which is ServicePoint. If recognized
as a homeless service provider, will DVIP now participate in ServicePoint or do they
intend to continue to be exempt and continue to enter their data in ALICE as other
domestic violence providers do?
• If this is a paradigm shift, has DVIP collaborated with Shelter House and the local
homeless coordinating board to plan for this change or verify need for it? She said the
criteria talks about collaboration, cooperation and innovation and if this is a paradigm
shift then a look at that would be warranted, just like the 1105 project. She said in 2013
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JANUARY 16, 2014
PAGE 4 of 7
of the 133 women sheltered by Shelter House, 47% had histories of domestic violence.
She repeatedly stated that if this is a paradigm shift, and she believes it is, collaboration,
cooperation and innovation is warranted. She said she thinks the Commission tonight
needs to address whether they will award money based on number of people sheltered
or some other criteria, and do they have comparable data to determine that. She said
she is asking that the Commission consider whether they are looking at collaboration,
cooperation in placement of more permanent housing, participation in the workforce and
access to mainstream resources. She said she was under the impression that this
Commission would have a say in this.
Chappell said the Commission always asks staff to make the determination where a given
project or agency fits in CITY STEPS. He said with this process the Commission invited
applicants to raise that issue if they thought the particular program they were asking for qualified
under a different priority. He said for the particular program for which DVIP was seeking funding,
and the Commission was clear that you can apply for and get priority for a specific program,
staff made that determination. He said speaking for himself, absent some specific reason not to
go along with that, he doesn't see any reason to question the high priority staff had given. He
told Persson that she can certainly disagree with that and let that affect her recommendation.
He said at this point the Commission has the information it had requested through the
application process beside minor clarifications members might ask tonight. He asked for other
follow -up on the points raised. There was none.
The Commission members revealed how they individually made their determinations on
funding, including only funding high priorities and funding only services that provide life- saving
services. They decided to start with high priorities and tentatively fund them just to get the
process going.
Persson raised the question of why the Iowa City Community School District Family Resource
Centers is not being funded through our tax dollars. Chappell noted that in the past he has not
funded any City projects, since no other organization has the ability to raise funds by taxes like
the City and the school district. Zimmermann Smith asked the ICCSD representative where the
funding for the program came from before it started coming from the City. Susie Poulton
explained that their federal grant ended and that money from some of the ICCSD funds can't be
used for this program. Chappell asked if there are funds that can be used and Poulton said
there were. Chappell said to him it's a question of the School Board prioritizing where they use
their money.
Several commissioners had reservations about the Community Corrections Improvement
Association. Although they thought the work they were doing had merit, Hacker noted that the
agency recently was hit by an unfavorable report from the State regarding mislabeling of where
funds were used.
Chappell asked the commission how they felt about the funding for DVIP. A majority of the
members said they thought DVIP and Shelter House should be funded fully and equally. A
representative from Shelter House was asked why they had requested nearly twice as much as
they did last year. She replied that the City's funding for them has diminished in the past few
years while the number of those being served has increased. In response to Jacobson's
question, she said that the City's funding had dropped in real dollars and as a percentage of
their total budget.
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JANUARY 16, 2014
PAGE 5 of 7
Persson said she felt that Shelter House could not be funded at less than DVIP especially when
there are so many people with domestic violence in their background being housed by Shelter
House. She said she supports both agencies.
Bacon Curry noted in regard to Big Brothers, Big Sisters that the amount of request for funding
from Iowa City seemed much higher than the amount requested from Coralville based on the
number of clients served from each community.
Several Commissioners commented that Four Oaks seemed to be relatively flush, and
therefore, they did not recommend any funding.
Heath Brewer of Habitat for Humanity Furniture Project said they are struggling with no funding
now. He said they used to get funding from a City Landfill account, and according to Long that
will not happen again. Brewer said there are other resources in town for furniture but the idea
behind The Furniture Project is that they coordinate with many different agencies that are able
to give their clients a referral to The Furniture Project. He said there's a need for more, but they
can't afford it.
The Commission moved on to the medium priorities and entered starting points of funding.
Chappell asked the representative from Pathways why they had increased the amount
requested substantially. The Commission agreed that it's the only program of its kind in town
and is needed.
Jacobson had issues with HACAP as he reported he felt the wages they paid qualified some of
the workers for HACAP services. A representative from HACAP said their wages are
comparable to the private sector. Chappell asked if it is true that their budget is $25 million. The
representative said it is, but the Backpack Program, which is what they are requesting funding
for, is strictly by contribution and has no funding applied to it. Chappell said he views that the
same way he views the school district funding.
Persson urged the Commission to look at Shelter House and DVIP again. Chappell asked if
there are other Commissioners who want to adjust the number for Shelter House. Jacobson
suggested putting both of them at $45,000.
The Commission discussed and debated where to make adjustments in their tentative funding
numbers.
Persson questioned what happened if more or less funding is actually received. Chappell
explained that if they should get more or less funding, he proposed that every funded agency
will then receive a proportional increase or decrease up to their actual request.
Jacobson moved to recommend the Commission's Aid to Agencies funding
recommendation with the provision that if there is more funding, every agency gets
proportionally more up to their request, and if there is less each agency receives
proportionally less.
Persson seconded.
The motion carried 7 -0.
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JANUARY 16, 2014
PAGE 6 of 7
Monitoring Reports
• FY14 Free Medical Clinic — Facility Rehab (Ralston)
• FY13 HACAP — Rental Rehab (Jacobson)
FY13 Habitat —Acquisition and Rehab (Matthes)
FY13 Charm Homes — Acquisition (Jacobson)
FY13 Neighborhood Center of Johnson County — Facility Rehab (Bacon Curry)
All the monitoring reports will be deferred to the next meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
Zimmermann Smith moved to adjourn.
Jacobson seconded.
Motion to adjourn carried 7 -0.
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Minutes
Human Rights Commission
January 21, 2014 — 6 P.M.
Helling Conference Room
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Preliminary
Harry Olmstead, Orville Townsend Sr., Ali Ahmed, Paul Retish, Joe
Coulter, Andrea Cohen, Jewell Amos, Kim Hanrahan.
Shams Ghoneim.
Stefanie Bowers.
Recommendations to Council: YES.
The Commission requests the Council to reconsider its decision to discontinue the half -fares for SEATS
riders at the end of FYI 4 and to continue to offer half- fares in light of the fact that according to SEATS
Director Tom Base:
1) More than 51% of SEATS riders are eligible for half - fares;
2) Over 91% of the rides SEATS provides are made by half -fare riders.
The elimination of the half -fares impacts businesses and has a very tangible effect on the human rights of
persons who reside in this community.
Moved by Olmstead, seconded by Amos. Motion passed 8 -0.
Call to Order:
Bowers called the meeting to order at 18:03.
New Commission Member:
Commissioners recognized newest member Ali Ahmed.
Consideration of the Minutes from the December 17, 2013 Meeting:
Moved by Townsend, seconded by Hanrahan with information added to clarify Finnerty's comments
under the Report of Education to read: Finnerty proposes a friendly amendment to state that `when
policies arise pertaining to the minority community the school district should consult the minority
community or any of its committees.' Correction under Reports of Commissioners (Cohen) should read
`school buses' and not local school buses. Motion passed 7 -0. (Coulter not present).
Public Comment of Items Not on the Agenda:
None.
Meeting Business:
Selection of Vice Chair for 2014
Olmstead moved to elect Cohen, seconded by Amos. Motion passed 7 -0. (Coulter not present).
Selection of Chair for 2014
Townsend moved to elect Olmstead, seconded by Hanrahan. Motion passed 7 -0. (Coulter not present).
Establishing a Policy for Funding Request to Commission
Amos provided a sample policy that read: The purpose of the Commission is not to donate it's (sic) funds
to individuals or Organizations (sic). All individuals and organizations that solicit for donated funds will
be denied such funds. Cohen suggested that the creation of a policy for funding request might be best
reviewed for evaluation by an outside consultant who would use input from Commissioners as to what the
policy should be. A consultant could also assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the Commission's
donations in the past to events and organizations. Commissioners declined to move forward on using a
consultant citing the number of Commission subcommittees to date. Amos will rewrite a draft policy for
the Commission to consider at its February meeting date.
SEATS
Olmstead requested that the Commission send another recommendation to the Council asking them to
reconsider their decision to discontinue the half -fares for SEATS riders at the end of FYI and to
continue to offer half -fares in light of the fact that according to SEATS Director Tom Base more than
51% of SEATS riders are eligible for half -fares and over 91% of the rides SEATS provides are made by
half -fare riders. Motion Olmstead, seconded by Amos. Motion passed 8 -0. See Recommendations to
Council.
The elimination of the half -fares is a very tangible human rights concern for riders. In addition, if the
elimination of half -fares reduces the number of SEATS riders overall it also has an economic effect for
local businesses.
Old Business:
Inventory of Ramps
Olmstead reports the Council increased the FY 14 budget for improving ramps throughout the City (from
$50,000 to $100,000). However, he notes that the increased funding is still insufficient to bring the City
into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Subcommittee Reports:
International Students Subcommittee
Bowers indicated that staff is looking into getting discrimination and fair housing outreach materials
translated into Mandarin Chinese.
Racial/Ethnic Equity Roundtable
No report.
Breakfast
Ahmed will discuss the allegations against the Sheraton (wage theft of past employees) made by the
Center for Worker Justice with the Center for Worker Justice as he is a board member to see if there are
any updates. Ahmed will report back to the Commission at the February meeting date.
Education
Coulter reported that the Iowa City Community School District Board recently discussed the diversity
policy. Retish will contact the Equity Director of the school district to get more information. Townsend
noted that many youth of the church he belongs to were unable to participate in the church's annual
Martin Luther King, Jr. program because of the decision to hold school on this day.
Motion Olmstead, seconded by Townsend for the Commission to send a note to the school district that the
Commission supports the school district in not holding school on Martin Luther King, Jr. National
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Holiday for 2015 and in the future. The Commission would also request a written response back from the
school district in regards to their intent to hold school on the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday in
the future. Motion passed 5 -1. ( Retish voted against)(Hanrahan, Coulter not present for vote).
Newcomers to the Community
Cohen suggests merging the International Students Subcommittee under Newcomers to the Community
Subcommittee.
Building Communities
Townsend made a suggestion to Steve Rackis, Director of the Iowa City Housing Authority to add
language in its literature (Who We Are & What We Do) that explains that the Housing Authority has its
own investigative process for allegations of misconduct for participants of the program. The investigative
process used by the Housing Authority is separate and distinct from the legal system should a consumer
of the program or a member of their family face legal troubles that comes to the attention of the Housing
Authority. Olmstead added that the literature should be printed in multiple languages. Bowers reported
that she had discussed Townsend's suggestion with Rackis and that Rackis was open to placing such
information in the literature when it was revised later this year.
UI Center for Human Rights
No report.
Building Blocks to Employment Job Fair
Bowers reported that the last planning meeting had very low attendance and without more assistance it is
unlikely that the job fair will continue. Attendees at the last meeting reported not seeing a need for a job
fair and felt another approach may be more beneficial to the community. Another meeting will be
scheduled and after that time it will be decided whether to continue to hold the job fair.
Commission
Townsend reminded Commissioners to not make any commitments to others on behalf of the entire
Commission. Any commitments to participate in events or share in any initiatives should be presented
and discussed by the entire Commission at a monthly meeting.
Retish announced that he is teaching two courses thru the Iowa State Extension Program in 2014 and
encouraged Commissioners to attend not only his programs but the other courses being offered that are on
a variety of different topics.
Amos mentioned that The Visible Action Team is working on getting nursing homes and other persons,
organizations and businesses who work with an elder population to be more sensitive and respectful of
people from the Queer Community as they age.
Cohen invited Commissioners to visit and read her blog and to submit any suggestions or ideas to her.
Olmstead gave the details on an upcoming keynote presentation by Council Member Kingsley Botchway
being held at the University of Iowa College of Law. Olmstead also requested that staff send a letter to
Royceann Porter congratulating her on receiving the Martin Luther King, Jr. Achievement Award from
Iowa Governor Branstad.
Staff
Bowers will schedule an additional orientation with Ahmed and Retish to discuss the role of staff to the
Commission.
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Cohen moves to adjourn. Townsend seconds.
Motion passed 5 — 0. (Olmstead, Hanrahan, Coulter not present for vote).
Adjournment: 19:34
Next Regular Meeting — February 18, 2014 at 6 pm.
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Human Rights Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2013/2014
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Ali Ahmed
1/1/17
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Townsend, Sr.
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Paul Retish
1/1/17
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Dan Tallon
1/1/14
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Jewell Amos
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1/1/16
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1/1/16
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1/1/16
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1/1/13
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1/1/14
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1/1/14
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Preliminary Minutes
February 6, 2014
MINUTES
SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 6, 2014
ROOM 205, IOWA CITY /JOHNSON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
Members Present: Jay Honohan, Chuck Felling, Kathy Mitchell, Mark Holbrook,
Rose Hanson, Jack Hobbs
Members Absent: Margaret Reese
Staff Present: Linda Kopping, Michelle Buhman, Kristin Kromray, Craig
Buhman
Others Present:
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
As Commissioners, we believe it is within our role to offer the following
recommendation: As a first step in evaluating senior services, the Senior Center
Commission recommends that the Senior Center be authorized to proceed with a
professionally conducted, statistically valid assessment of the needs and
interests of all community members 50+ years of age with particular attention
focused on populations currently under - represented as participants in city -
provided services.
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Honohan at 4:00 PM.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM JANUARY 30. 2014 MEETING:
Motion: To accept the minutes from the January 30, 2013 meeting. Motion
carried on a vote of 6/0. Hobbs /Mitchell.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None.
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February 6, 2014
DISCUSSION OF COMMISSION RESPONSES TO THE POSSIBLE
CREATION OF A CITY COUNCIL APPOINTED AD HOC SENIOR SERVICES
COMMITTEE:
There was consensus among the Commission that if an Ad Hoc Committee was
needed it should follow a community wide survey which would indicate what
areas should be explored. Commissioners discussed ways to forward this idea
and their concerns to the City Council.
Honohan recommended that a short petition forwarded to the Council would be
more effective than a petition with a great number of details and information
regarding the activities of the Senior Center.
Commissioner Reese, by phone call, suggested that a short petition along the
lines recommended by Honohan be accompanied by an attachment regarding
the activities of the Senior Center.
Drafts of the two approaches were discussed and staff was directed to put them
in form as suggested by the commission for final approval by the commission
members on Friday. Approval of the draft to go to the Council would be by
approval of the majority of the commission.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion: To Adjourn. Motion carried on a vote of 6/0. Hobbs /Holbrook
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To: Members of the City of Iowa City, City Council
Cc: City Manager
From: Members of the Senior Center Commission
Date: XXXXXXX
Re: Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL
As a first step in evaluating senior services, the Senior Center Commission recommends that a that the
Senior Center be authorized to proceed with a professionally conducted, statistically valid assessment
of the needs and interests of community members 50+ years of age. This survey should target and
involve the populations currently under - represented as participants in city - provided senior services.
According to the Council resolution establishing the Senior Center Commission, Commissioners serve an
advisory role to the City Council. Other responsibilities include to encourage full participation by
senior citizens in the programs of the Senior Center; ensure that the Senior Center is effectively
integrated into the community and cooperates with organizations with common goals in meeting
the needs of senior citizens; serve in an advocacy role with regard to the needs of senior citizens
and make recommendations with regard to policies, rules, ordinances and budgets which affect the
programs and services of the Senior Center.
in an ongoing effort to improve the quality of our services, The Center staff conducted a survey in the
summer of 2013. It was a survey of people who were on The Center's mailing list by choice. It did
include members, former members and non - members, but each one had recently elected to be
maintained on the mailing list. This survey was completed by staff, with the assistance of a student
intern, on a limited budget.
Despite its limitations, the survey did point to some areas that The Commission, staff, and participant
leaders are concerned about and have been trying to address. The most significant being a lack of
income and racial diversity.
As Commissioners, we believe it is within our role to offer the following recommendation to explore the
delivery of senior services in the community.
As a first step in evaluating senior services, the Senior Center Commission recommends that a that the
Senior Center be authorized to proceed with a professionally conducted, statistically valid assessment
of the needs and interests of community members 50+ years of age. This survey should target and
involve the populations currently under - represented as participants in city - provided senior services.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jay Honohan, Chair
Chuck Felling
Jack Hobbs
Rose Hanson
Mark Holbrook
Kathy Mitchell
Margaret Reese
Memorandum #2
Memorandum #3
Memorandum
To: Members of the City of Iowa City, City Council
Cc: City Manager
From: Members of the Senior Center Commission
Date: February 11, 2014
Re: Report and Recommendation Regarding the Creation of a City Council Appointed Ad Hoc
Committee to Consider the Provision of Senior Services
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL
As a first step in evaluating senior services, the Senior Center Commission recommends that a that the
Senior Center be authorized to proceed with a professionally conducted, statistically valid assessment
of the needs and interests of community members 50+ years of age. This survey should target and
involve the populations currently under - represented as participants in city - provided senior services.
The Senior Center Commission
The Senior Center Commission is comprised of six City Council appointed commissioners and a seventh
Commissioner selected by the Council appointees to the Commission. The seventh Commissioner is a
non - resident of Iowa City who lives in Johnson County.
According to the Council resolution establishing the Senior Center Commission, responsibilities of the
Commission include the following:
• Serving an advisory role to the City
Council;
• Encouraging full participation by
senior citizens in the programs of the
Senior Center;
• Ensuring that The Center is integrated
into the community and cooperates
with similar organizations to meet the
• Serving in an advocacy role with
regard to the needs of senior citizens;
and
• Making recommendations with regard
to policies, rules, ordinances, and
budgets which affect the programs
and services of the Senior Center.
needs of senior citizens;
As Commissioners, we believe it is within our role to offer the following remarks and suggestions with
regards to the creation of an ad hoc committee to explore the delivery of senior services or the
reorganization of senior services in the community.
As a first step in evaluating senior services, the Senior Center Commission recommends that a that the
Senior Center be authorized to proceed with a professionally conducted, statistically valid assessment
of the needs and interests of community members 50+ years of age. This survey should target and
involve the populations currently under - represented as participants in city - provided senior services.
We make this recommendation based upon the results of a survey completed by the Senior Center in
June of 2013, the need for participant representation in the success of any venture of this sort, and the
Senior Center's longstanding commitment to change and diversification.
The June 2013 Survey
In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of our services, The Center staff conducted a survey in the
summer of 2013. This was not a community survey. It was a survey of people who were on The
Center's mailing list by choice. It did include members, former members and non - members, but each
one had recently elected to be maintained on the mailing list. This survey was completed by staff, with
the assistance of a student intern, on a limited budget.
Despite its limitations, the survey did point to some areas that the Commission, staff, and participant
leaders are concerned about and have been trying to address. The most significant being a lack of
income and racial diversity.
While the survey indicated the need for change, the direction, type, or extent of community -wide
change needed is unknown. Members of the Commission believe a community -wide needs and interest
assessment, targeting low- income and minority populations should be done. Further, this assessment
should be done professionally to produce statistically reliable and valid results and designed in a way
that targets and elicits the participation of low- income and minority seniors.
It is our considered opinion that creating a special committee to evaluate senior services is
counterproductive when there is a lack of solid information related to the needs and desires of the
particular groups of people the special committee would be set up to serve.
Participant Representation
Participant leadership has been a key factor in the 33 year success of the Senior Center. Seniors had
leadership roles in the creation of The Center, a majority of Senior Commission members are over 50
years, and 32 volunteers currently serve on leadership committees guiding the day -to -day direction of
the Center and its activities. In addition there are over 600 volunteers annually who help with
programming and services. Senior Center staff does not "do for" participants; they facilitate the
activities and interests of the participants.
The Senior Center has been successful for 33 years because it has responded to participant requests.
For a new system of services to work, the system needs to be built upon some valid and reliable
information about what the community wants. For our programs to be successful, the community
needs to be an active participant in the discussion.
Commitment to Change and Diversification
In 2010 the Senior Center Commission invited 23 people, including representatives from the staff,
Commission, City staff, and community to develop 5 -year goals and objectives for The Center. Goal #3
is: To Increase cultural diversity among participants. Goal #4 is: To promote and environment of
inclusion.
Since that time many steps have been taken to increase diversity. Culturally diverse, intergenerational
and community programs are offered on a regular basis. The Center sponsors a regular Gay- Straight
Alliance Movie Series and is working towards recognition as a SAGE (Services and Advocacy for Gay,
Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Elders) Affiliate. There is an ongoing effort to reach out to minority
populations with personal contacts and programs to encourage participation. This has included
attempts to offer some programs and services in Spanish and widespread promotion of the low- income
scholarship program.
Immediately following the completion of the Summer 2013 survey, the Commission supported two
departmental budget requests for FY15 to address issues identified in the survey. The first was a
request for funding to do a professionally conducted, statistically valid community -wide survey targeting
low- income and minority individuals to assess needs and interests. It was our belief that prior to
engaging in any program modifications or outreach activities, it was necessary to identify and work with
potential participants to identify needs and appropriate approaches. The second request was for a part-
time temporary program specialist. This person would be responsible for establishing connections and
working relationships in underserved neighborhoods, identifying neighborhood program sites (e.g.
churches, schools, and recreation department facilities), organizing and training volunteer instructors
and offering instruction at little or no cost to participants. Programming would be guided by the survey
results. Due to funding constraints, the first request was partially funded and the second was not
funded.
Working with available resources, Commissioners and staff continue to pursue goals of diversity and
inclusiveness. The staff has been asked to collect accurate demographic information from daily users of
The Center; conduct focus groups with current minority participants, and low- income senior housing
residents to discuss their experiences at The Center and identify their needs and interests; and to
explore program and service options targeting low- income seniors.
As Commission members we are proud to represent the Senior Center and the excellent work it is doing.
Still, we recognize that change is an essential component of a successful, forward looking and cost -
effective senior center. What does not change is the need to effectively and fairly identify the needs
and interests of the 50+ population and meet those needs with programs of excellence that are
delivered in a cost effective manner.
Members of the Commission suggest the logical first step in the assessment of senior services would be
to conduct an inclusive, professional, and statistically valid survey of people 50+ in our community. This
survey will be done by the end of 2014. With solid and valid information at hand we can make realistic,
workable action plans.
It is a reasonable first step that would lead to the provision of inclusive, and successful, senior services.
Respectfully Submitted, Date:
Jay Honohan, Chair Jack Hobbs Kathy Mitchell
Chuck Felling Rose Hanson Margaret Reese
Mark Holbrook