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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-06-16 CorrespondenceiEo06-16-1 3f(l) Marian Karr From: Tim Weitzel <tweitzel.email@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 01, 2015 1:56 PM To: Council; Tom Markus Cc: Mohr, Paula [DCA] Subject: Unitarian Church I have recently read the minutes of the Historic Preservation Commission for April 9, 2015. On page 5, I note that the City Manager is apparently seeking public input on the Unitarian Church building at 10 S. Gilbert Street, in Iowa City. I had not been aware of this request before reading the minutes in the current City Council packet. Iowa City is a Certified Local Government under the terms and agreement with the National Park Service and the State Historic Preservation Office and is committed to preservation of historic properties. If you are not familiar with this program, you can read more here http://www.nps. ovg /clg/ and here http•//www iowahistoiy org/historic-preservation/local-preservation/certified-local-government- program/index.html. As part of this program, Iowa City formed a local historic preservation commission and passed a preservation ordinance. Iowa City preserves properties through a Historic Preservation Overlay that recognized conservation districts, historic districts and landmark properties. Properties much go through a rezoning process and typically are recommended by the Historic Preservation Commission based on the results of surveys. Not all surveys have resulted in historic property designations and there are a number of properties on the National Register that are not protected locally. Absent of objections by the landowner, which the City Council could override with a super majority, there doesn't seem to be a good reason for not protecting all eligible or potentially eligible properties, given the City's broad commitment to protect historic properties (buildings, structures, districts, objects and sites, including archaeological sites, recommended eligible for the National Register). Not this is separate from properties that come under Section 106 Review. The duties of the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission are: "To conduct studies for the identification and designation of Historic Districts, Historic Landmarks and Conservation Districts. The Commission may proceed at its own initiative or upon a petition from any person, group or association. Review and act upon all applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Cooperate with property owners and city agencies regarding remedy of dangerous conditions. Further the efforts of historic preservation in the city by making recommendations to the City Council and city commissions and boards on preservation issues when appropriate, by encouraging the protection and enhancement of structures with historical, architectural or cultural value, and by encouraging persons and organizations to become involved in preservation activities." Historic Preservation Commission web page, http://www.iowa- city.org/icgov/al)ps/boards/members.asp?id=16 accessed June 1, 2015 Despite the lack of a comprehensive survey to identify and evaluate historic properties of the City, a number of historic properties are known to exist without local protection. One example is the Unitarian Church on Iowa Avenue directly north and west of City property has been recommended eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The State Inventory provide the following information for this property. 52-01739 - Building 10 S Gilbert St Consultant - 2000 Opinion of Elip-ibility Consultant - 2000 Contributinp- in Potential District I am recognized as an Architectural Historian, Historian and Archaeologist by the Iowa SHPO and have submitted a number of professional opinions to the Iowa State Historic Preservation Officer via his office of state historic preservation. I also recommend this property as eligible for the NRHP under Criteria A and C for events and trends in the local history of Iowa City and the Unitarian Universalist Society, and for its distinctive architecture, constructed as a Tudor Revival building by a religious institution. It is a unique example in Iowa City and comparatively rare in the state and nation. City staff seems to concur, as indicated by Bob Miklo, Senior Planner in the HPC minutes for February 12, 2015. http://www.ic og vorg/docs/auto/boards/3-12- 2015_HistoricPreservationCommission A eg nda.pdf Any number of purposes can be found for use of the building and first having a purpose for the building should be and is ancillary to the preservation of the building. I offer a few recommendations for the assistance of preservation of the building, which can and should be considered for local protection by the City. One possible way to facilitate this is to extend density bonuses in the form of a higher Floor Area Ratio and additional height for the portion of the building that is not original, allowing the new owner the opportunity to construct a building on the remaining portion of the parcel. Another option is for the City to trade a parcel of land to the developer to develop or extend the -density bonus at another location. A less favorable option would be to move the building. Moved buildings take extra criteria considerations to retain their eligibility for the National Register, are subject to potential damage during the move, and few lots are available in Iowa City on which to relocate such a building. As I am sure you aware, this building is the subject of much press. Recognizing the historical significance of the Unitarian Universalist Church, January 28, 2015 Unitarian Universalist Society of Iowa City votes to sell church and move, February 9, 2105 Unitarian Universalist Society sees move as new chapter, February 18, 2015 But Seriously Folks ... Preservation Policy, March 9, 2015 And the building is listed among Iowa City's historic resources downtown by the Iowa City Downtown Association. Here are a few photos that I took. L � As you can see, the addition, though broadly compatible to the original building, tends to not add to its significance and the building would retain significance were it removed. I'd be happy to communicate further. Sincerely, Tim Weitzel, M.A. tweitzel.email@gmail.com HistoricConsulting(n,junail.com 06-16-15 3f(2) iChnson ounty BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Pat Harney, Chairperson Janelle Rettig Mike Carberry Rod Sullivan Terrence Neuzil o Z5 y? c May 29, 2015�� z r �w Iowa City Mayor Matt Hayek 4c" -p M 410 East Washington Streeto = f) Iowa City, IA 52240 a r o cn Dear Mayor Hayek, I'm writing this update as a follow-up to earlier discussions regarding Johnson County's goal of implementing a Community Identification Card program. The aim of the plan is to assist residents to access the many services and amenities in our community and to be a welcoming community for all our residents. Johnson County has now passed its resolution of support and work is beginning on the program details. The program will be overseen by Johnson County officials and staff. The initial rollout will be timed to coincide with the July 4th Independence Day holiday. The physical cards themselves will have layered security. The Johnson County seal will be impressed into the card material itself, and a color overlay of the Johnson County logo will be added, along with citizen photo, date of birth, and address. Cards will be produced by Armstrong Systems & Consulting Co., vendors for the University of Iowa's multi-purpose student ID cards. They have experience in creating cards that are secure from easy copying for misuse. The basic plan for the card is that it will be good for 4 years for adults; 2 years for children (so they can have pictures that more adequately reflect their faces as they grow and change). Cost will be $8.00 for adults; $4.00 for children. If a card holder moves, they will be able to get a replacement card to reflect their accurate address at a cost of $2.00— and will be directed to do so within 30 days. Renewals of the cards will cost the same: $8.00/adults and $4.00/children. If a card is lost, the documentation to receive a card must be produced all over again. Residents will present proof of identity and proof of address to obtain the cards. The list of required documents as proof of identity to receive the card include but may not be limited to either: One of the following: a U.S. or foreign passport; a U.S. driver's license; a U.S. state non -driver's identification card; a U.S. Permanent Resident card (commonly known as a 'green card'); birth certificate or a consular identification card ("CID"); or Two of the following documents, provided that an applicant presents at least one form of ID displaying their photograph and date of birth: a national identification card with photo, name, address, date of birth, and expiration date; a current foreign driver's license; a U.S. or foreign military identification card; a current visa issued by a government agency; a U.S. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) authorization letter; an identification card issued by an Iowa educational institution, including elementary, 913 SOUTH DUBUQUE STREET ♦ IOWA CITY, IA 52240 ♦ 319.356.6000 PHONE ♦ 319.356.6036 FAX www.JOHNSON-COUNTY.com ♦ johnsoncountyia.igm2.com middle, secondary, and post -secondary schools; a certified copy of a U.S. or foreign birth certificate; a Social Security card. Applicants aged thirteen or under may alternatively present an official medical record and/or official school record to establish identity under this program, provided that at least one of the two forms of identification presented shall display the applicant's date of birth. The items required to prove residency in order to obtain the card will include one of the following, provided the item includes both the applicant's name and a residential address located within Johnson County, Iowa: a utility bill dated within the last 30 days; written verification issued by a hospital health clinic or social services agency that receives County funding confirming at least fifteen days residency with the last 30 days; a local property tax statement for the present year; mortgage payment receipt dated within the last 30 days; current rental agreement; current receipt for paying lot rent for a mobile home; a bank account statement dated within the last 30 days; proof of a minor currently enrolled in a school within Johnson County; an employment pay stub dated within the last 30 days; a federal or state income tax or refund statement dated within the last 30 days; an insurance bill (homeowner's, renter's, health, life, or automobile) dated within the last 30 days. Residency of minors may be validated by parents, provided that the parent or guardian himself or herself would be eligible for a Community ID Card. This is just a basic description of the requirements. The Community ID working committee will finalize all requirements for proving identity and residency in the coming weeks. Training of county staff and officials will be carried out by the card vendor and others with knowledge on identifying documents, with oversight from the County Attorney. Given that the card is being produced at the request of leaders in our faith, law enforcement, business, and immigrant communities, we hope you will support the effort by passing your own resolution of support as a city government located within Johnson County. We encourage you to accept this Community ID for city services and contact with law enforcement. Your support will make the card more meaningful. It will be an important part of this process of strengthening our communities, our security, and the dignity of our citizens. Financial support for the equipment and materials necessary is also appreciated. Efforts will begin to secure local financial institutions and other businesses as Community ID Card supporters — window stickers of support will be made available to all supporting business entities to display. We ask that you encourage local businesses in your city to participate in the program. The Community ID may not be used in Johnson County for proof of age for purchasing alcohol or tobacco, or entering establishments with age restrictions. Nor may the Community ID be used for services that state or federal law restricts, such as voting. Please call me if you have further questions. We anticipate an initial rollout production and distribution of over 2,000 cards with our July 4th event. I look forward to your support, and thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Pat Harney, Chairperson Johnson County Board of Supervisors -4 ZM 1 1P I V1 CD cn 3f(3) Marian Karr From: mattmeish <mattmeish@aol.com> Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2015 3:44 PM To: Council Let it be known, as this email is public record, that the administrators of the city of Iowa City, Iowa have ignored my public records request. The state Ombudsmans office will be contacted in lieu of these actions, or lack therefore. Sent from my U.S. Cellular® Smartphone Marian Karr From: mattmeish <mattmeish@aol.com> Sent: Monday, June 01, 2015 2:08 PM To: Council This correspondence will become a public record. I am wondering if any of you can cite me the law that says ignoring the constitution of the United States is alright? You were all sworn to uphold the constitution of the United States when you took your oath. Banning guns and video taping citizens while they use a restroom is wrong. If you believe you have the right to do these things then I would have the right to place these restrictions and gather the same video from your home. Though it is a private residence vs. public building, you are all public servants and should be welcoming of the same circumstances you place on citizens. The Ped mall .... you have a bunch of losers harassing people every time I visit that place. You will arrest me for LEGALLY carrying a gun but bums on drugs yelling obscenities and threatening me is alright. Heck the police avoid the situation and do not respond when called. It is too bad. You have a very nice ped mall. Sorry I can no visit it. I refuse to carry l Ok into a jewelry store while unarmed with thugs you and your police force do nothing about. Matt Meisheid Since I have asked for the law to be cited you are all required to reply. Please follow this law like you don't the 2nd amendment and portions of others. Sent from my U.S. Cellular® Smartphone 3f(4) Marian Karr From: Sally Scott <salwah.scott@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 01, 2015 11:46 AM To: Council; Matt Hayek; Jim Throgmorton; Susan Mims; Michelle Payne; Kingsley Botchway; Rick Dobyns; Terry Dickens Cc: Tom Markus; Doug Boothroy Subject: Comments on Council Proposal Johnson County Affordable Homes Coalition All of Our Neighbors Need an Affordable Home June 1, 2015 Dear Members of the Iowa City City Council, The Johnson County Affordable Homes Coalition welcomes this opportunity to comment about the proposal (April 2015) crafted by Council members Michelle Payne, Jim Throgmorton and Kingsley Botchway that would encourage private market investment in local housing for low-income families. We are pleased that the city is interested in exploring different ways to enable the private market to increase the supply of market -rate housing that lower-income households can afford to buy or rent. It is a positive step in expanding the stock of homes and apartments for people from all income segments in our community. The Coalition requests that you consider the following points: First, the private market, which is a source of new development locally, currently has little to no incentive to build affordable housing units -- which is why very little gets produced with private dollars. The proposal promotes the construction of smaller houses on small lots. That approach would require city staff to review zoning and subdivision codes, identify barriers to building these types of affordable homes, and recommend changes to these codes. City staff at a Council work session indicated that zoning and subdivision codes are not the main barriers to creation of affordable housing in Iowa City. Our understanding is that Iowa City allows building very small houses, as long as they meet code, but that minimum lot size is 3000 square feet in high-density areas, and 5000 to 8000 square feet in other areas. In support of the proposal, we encourage the Council to consider allowing smaller lot sizes, since current zoning allows small dwellings but lot size requirements increase the cost of such properties. Second, given the shortage of affordable rental homes in our community, the City Council should address this issue as part of its approach to affordable housing. Iowa Citians who have the most trouble finding affordable homes in our community are renters earning 60% or less of the Area Median Income. To expand housing options, the city should creatively capitalize on the revitalized real estate market and produce a mix of market -rate units and affordable units. Inclusionary housing, which is being considered for Riverfront Crossings, is one way to do this. We strongly support the proposal provisions calling for the city to identify publicly -owned land -- or to purchase privately -owned land -- and work with both private and nonprofit developers to develop affordable and market -rate housing on these parcels. Parcels could include medium houses on medium lots, small houses on small lots, market -rate rentals, affordable rental units (duplexes, four-plexes) and shared green space. Accessibility and universal design should be a priority in the construction of new homes. Third, efforts to increase the supply of affordable rental homes In Iowa City are stymied by the Affordable Housing Location Model. Local and out-of-state developers of affordable rental homes are unable to find parcels on which to build. There is virtually no available land in the unrestricted areas, while the Location Model bars assisted rental housing in areas that are opening up for development. This deprives Iowa City of the ability to leverage much-needed private, state and federal funding, and keeps affordable homes out of the reach of working families as well as disabled and senior residents. We strongly encourage City Council to work with City Staff and interested parties to improve the model. Fourth, there are a variety of way to harness private market activity to increase affordable housing; tax increment financing, tax abatements, expanded housing trust funds, inclusionary zoning, and cross subsidies. No one strategy is a magic bullet. The city and its community partners and stakeholders will have to continue to identify strategies that will work best in Iowa City. The Center for Housing Policy has an excellent toolbox that illustrates many different approaches and creative initiatives. We should not hesitate to learn from other communities' affordable housing experiences, and to bring outside expertise to Iowa City to complement local knowledge. 2 Fifth, the Coalition supports the idea of the City of Iowa City partnering with Johnson County to use some of the county's general obligation bonds to promote affordable housing and leverage private investment. Again, we extend our thanks to council members Payne, Throgmorton and Botchway for taking a leadership role on these issues. The Coalition and its members are prepared to assist and participate in this important initiative. Sincerely, Sally J. Scott, Chair Johnson County Affordable Homes Coalition 3 Marian Karr From: Sam Hargadine Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2015 11:19 AM To: 'scott@gmail.com' Cc: Tom Markus; Council Subject: Weatherby Park Dear Ms. Scott, Thank you for the correspondence regarding concerns about Wetherby Park. Like many communities, Iowa City typically experiences an increase in calls for service pertaining to juveniles who are out of school and do not have the pressures of homework, sports, or other school related activities occupying their time. With more dispensable time, it is not uncommon that some juveniles may turn to activity that affects the quality of life of others. Recently a neighborhood grant was awarded that will allow officers to work overtime in the Grantwood and Wetherby Neighborhoods on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Officers assigned to this detail will be briefed on the concerns that have been expressed to the City. The City recognizes that it is important to balance any increase in police activity, especially with juveniles, with how it could adversely impact minority populations and the potential long term effects on juveniles who are introduced into the juvenile justice system. The Police Department recently implemented a Learning for Life program. The program shares a similar philosophy of the program you referenced. One of the goals of this program is to develop meaningful relationships with youth in the community. We anticipate that Learning for Life will take some time to develop. In the interim, the police department will employ the following strategies to improve conditions at the park: - Partnering with social services agencies in the area such as the Broadway Neighborhood Center and the Dream Center along with community members in the neighborhood to assist us with addressing concerns. - Increased patrol by on duty officers. - Notification of parents for juveniles that are found in violation of minor offenses. - If appropriate, referrals to the juvenile diversion program. - If appropriate, arrest and charging juveniles for serious offenses. I am confident that with everyone working together we can successfully address the concerns that have been brought forward. Please continue to share your feedback and observations with the police department. For issues needing immediate attention please dial 911. For more general questions, comments and observations I encourage you to contact Neighborhood Response Officer Rob Cash or Crime Prevention Officer Al Mebus at (319) 356-5273. Sincerely, Samud E.NaVacdine Chief of Police Iowa City Police Department 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240-1826 06-16- CITY OF IOWA CITY 3f(5) MEMORANDUM Date: May 28, 2015 To: City Clerk From: Emily Ambrosy, Acting Traffic Engineering Planner Re: Item for June 16th, 2015 City Council meeting; Installation of NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the north, east, and west sides of the no outlet, north end of South Riverside Drive adjacent to the Iowa River. As directed by Title 9, Chapter 1, Section 3B of the City Code, this is to advise the City Council of the following action. Action: Pursuant to Section 9-1-3A (10); Install NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the north, east, and west sides of South Riverside Drive. Commdnt: This action is being taken to prohibit parking on South Riverside Drive at the request of the Public Works Director. ®fir CITY OF IOWA CITY 3i ®�M MEMORANDUM Date: June 9, 2015 To: City Clerk From: Darian Nagle-Gamm Re: Item for July 7th, 2015 City Council Meeting; Relocation of the eastern -most NO PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS sign located on the north side of Escort Lane SW to a location approximately 35 feet east. As directed by Title 9, Chapter 1, Section 3B of the City Code, this is to advise the City Council of the following action: Action: Pursuant to Section 9-1-3A (10); Please move the eastern -most NO PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS sign located on the north side of Escort Lane SW to a location approximately 35 feet east. Comment: This action is being taken allow for the turning movement of large vehicles as they exit the Escort Lane SW cul-de-sac heading westbound. Late Handouts June 1, 2015 Page 2 ITEM 3d(16) AGREEMENT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY RE: HERBERT HOOVER HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS -See resolution ITEM 3d(17) CABLE TV RECLASSIFICATION - See resolution Setting Public Hearing: ITEM 3e(3) COURT / LINN DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT _-__See resolution toorresponaence: ITEM 3f(7) Jim Cochran: Bicycle Ordinance Iowa City Code [Staff response included] ITEM 3f(8) David Robertson: Wetherby Park ITEM 3f(9) Daniel Dickens: Texting while operating carnival rides [Staff response included] REGULAR AGENDA: ITEM 15 ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES - See additional correspondence Marian Karr From: Jim Cochran <jimboyvw@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 15, 2015 2:34 PM To: Kent Ralston Cc: *City Council; Matt Hayek; Marian Karr; Geoff Fruin Subject: Re: Bicycle Ordinance Iowa City Code 9-8-1 [C] Mr. Ralston, again thank you for your time and moving forward in a timely manner with this important legal and safety issue. It would be my hope and the hopes of many cyclist that this resolution could be completed immediately as it contradicts the state guidelines. As, 10,000 -15,000 rides will be coming to the Iowa City area for RAGBRAI, it would be nice if Iowa City showed its support to cyclist as Coralville does by following state regulations. Many cities have well established two abreast ordinances and I would hope not too much time is spent "reinventing the wheel." A simple nullification of the ordinance would mean cyclist would still have to abide by state law, and would eliminate Iowa City's code contradicting state law. Then your team could work on the wording of a two abreast ordinance to implement later. Thanks again for your time and keep me posted on a time frame. Jim Cochran Iowa City On Mon, Jun 15, 2015 at 1:51 PM, Kent Ralston <Kent-Ralston(aiowa-city.org> wrote: Mr. Cochran - Thank you for your additional correspondence related to this matter. Staff is currently reviewing ordinance language that would allow bicycles to ride two -abreast in Iowa City and intends to make a recommendation to the City Council in the near future. Please know that Iowa City staff takes the safety of the traveling public very seriously (regardless of the mode of transportation) and needs to take the time to make sure we're making the correct recommendation to the City Council. Thanks again for your note, If you have any additional comments or questions please don't hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Kent Ralston, AICP Executive Director I Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County Transportation Planner I City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 319.356.5253 From: Jim Cochran [mailto Jimboyyw(a,,Qmail.com] Sent: Sunday, June 14, 2015 8:57 AM To: Council; Kent Ralston Subject: Bicycle Ordinance Iowa City Code 9-8-1 [C] Dear Mayor Hayek, Iowa City Council Members, Mr. Ralston As the date of RAGBRAI's trek through Iowa City becomes closer, the council should move quickly to amend or abolish Iowa City Code 9-8-1 [C]. The council should show support for the Iowa law, support being labeled a bicycle friendly community, and most importantly support the safe usage or roadways for all. The League of American Bicyclist has Iowa City ranked at a silver status, which is the highest of the eight communities in Iowa that were honored. The University of Iowa is the only University in Iowa that is ranked and also achieved a silver status. It is difficult to understand how Iowa City and the University of Iowa have achieved a silver status when an ordinance is in place taking away the rights of bicyclist that are given by State law, and that ordinance also promotes a more dangerous riding position for two riders. With the knowledge the council has been provided there is no reason to delay the removal or revision of Iowa City Code 9-8-1 [C]. I have provided a few examples of other cities ordinances that may be useful as a guideline for revision, and it may be best to match Coralville's ordinance as riders often commute between the two cities. Coralville. Iowa Code: TWO ABREAST LIMIT. Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two (2) abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. All bicycles ridden on the roadway shall be kept to the right and shall be operated as near as practicable to the right-hand edge of the roadway. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.236 [10]) Ames. Iowa and Iowa State University: Ride no more than two abreast while riding on a street, except on designated bicycle paths. De Witt, Iowa: 75.04 TWO ABREAST LIMIT. Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two (2) abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles.(Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.236 [10]) If anyone would like to discuss this in a more personable way than email, I would gladly schedule a meeting to do so. Thank you for your time, Jim Cochran Iowa City Marian Karr From: David Robertson <david1101@msn.com> Sent: Saturday, June 13, 2015 7:54 PM To: Council Subject: Wetherby Park I have not received any response to the email I sent about the disorderly conduct at Wetherby Park. Everything has quieted down since the police have greatly increased their presence at the park. However, we all know that the police do not have the funding to monitor this situation at this pace forever. We need to implement some strategies to help solve the problems long term. We have asked for lighting at the east entrance to the park. We would also like to see a 6 foot high chain link fence along the north border of the park on the east side of the driveway continuing east to the northeast corner of the park. After many discussions, we would like to see an additional city ordinance against loitering. This would give the police department some clout when dealing with issues such as this. The police would not have to enforce it as long as there were no problems. If problems start again, the police would have a law in place that would aid them when they are dealing with situations such as these. I would appreciate it if the council would discuss these issues and respond. Thank you. David W Robertson Marian Karr From: Sam Hargadine Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2015 4:04 PM To: David Robertson (david1101@msn.com) Cc: Council; Tom Markus Subject: Wetherby Park Attachments: SKM_C554e15060411420.pdf Mr. Robertson, This email was forwarded to me. My letter to you sent on June 4, 2015 outlined the strategies that the police department was going to take regarding the problems that you previously brought up. The strategies and police presence have been working and I've received favorable feedback from many of your neighbors. Regarding the loitering ordinance the City Attorney has reviewed the issue and has made the following determination: The City currently has ordinances that prohibit loitering so as to obstruct the public right-of-way or the entrance to a public building or the persons seeking to use the right-of-way or walk into or out of a public building. (City Code Section 8-5-11). ). Absent such an obstruction or other violation of the law "loitering" alone cannot be criminalized. Ordinances that punish the mere act of being in a place that is otherwise open to the public, such as a park, have been struck down by the courts on a number of grounds. Regarding the building of fences Parks and Recreation Director Mike Moran has indicated that they are reluctant to build a fence around a public park. Parks are typically not built to keep people in our out. He did suggest that if you have any questions or problems regarding park management that you give him a call at 356-5104 or email him at Mike- Moran@Iowa-City.org . Thank you again for contacting the City of Iowa City. Regards, Samuee E. XaaVadiae Chief of Police Iowa City Police Department 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240-1826 From: David Robertson <david I 10 1 Amm. com> Date: June 13, 2015 at 7:54:28 PM CDT To: "council(abiowa-city.org" <council@iowa-cit�g> Subject: Wetherby Park I have not received any response to the email I sent about the disorderly conduct at Wetherby Park. Everything has quieted down since the police have greatly increased their presence at the park. However, we all know that the police do not have the funding to monitor this situation at this pace forever. We need to implement some strategies to help solve the problems long term. We have asked for lighting at the east entrance to the park. We would also like to see a 6 foot high chain link fence along the north border of the park on the east side of the driveway continuing east to the northeast corner of the park. After many discussions, we would like to see an additional city ordinance against loitering. This would give the police department some clout when dealing with issues such as this. The police would not have to enforce it as long as there were no problems. If problems start again, the police would have a law in place that would aid them when they are dealing with situations such as these. I would appreciate it if the council would discuss these issues and respond. Thank you. David W Robertson 410 E. WASHINGTON IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240 PH: 319-356-5275 FAX: 319-356-5449 Mr. David Robertson 2260 Balsam Court Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Mr. Robertson, Thank you for meeting with representatives from the City and your correspondence regarding your concerns about Wetherby Park. Like many communities, Iowa City typically experiences an increase in calls for service pertaining to juveniles who are out of school and do not have the pressures of homework, sports, or other school related activities occupying their time. With more dispensable time, it is not uncommon that some juveniles may turn to activity that affects the quality of life of others. Recently a neighborhood grant was awarded that will allow officers to work overtime in the Grantwood and Wetherby Neighborhoods on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Officers assigned to this detail will be briefed on the concerns that have been expressed to the City. The police department will employ the following strategies to improve conditions at the park: Partnering with social services agencies in the area such as the Broadway Neighborhood Center and the Dream Center along with community members in the neighborhood to assist us with addressing concerns. Increased patrol by on duty officers. Notification of parents for juveniles that are found in violation of minor offenses. If appropriate, referrals to the juvenile diversion program. If appropriate, arrest and charging juveniles for serious offenses. I am confident that with everyone working together we can successfully address the concerns that have been brought forward. Please continue to share your feedback and observations with the police department. For issues needing immediate attention please dial 911. For more general questions, comments and observations I encourage you to contact Neighborhood Response Officer Rob Cash or Crime Prevention Officer Al Mebus at (319) 356 -S273 - Sincerely, �/muell. /Ha6rgine Chief of Police Marian Karr From: Simon Andrew Sent: Monday, June 15, 2015 1:19 PM To: Marian Karr Subject: FW: texting while operating carnival rides From: Daniel Dickens [mailto:dickens.dan@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, June 14, 2015 6:36 PM To: Matt Hayek; Tom Markus; Chad Dyson; Jim Throgmorton; Kingsley Botchway; Rick Dobyns; Terry Dickens; michelle- payne@iowa-city.or Subject: texting while operating carnival rides I had a nice time this afternoon riding on the carnival rides that I enjoyed as a youngster at city park. However, I did speak to 2 of the 3 operators of the rides about not texting while driving the little train, operating the carousal and the little airplanes. After speaking to the young workers, all three continued to text while operating the machinery. Dan Dickens 2817 HIllcrest Av Bettendorf IA 563-650-1485 Marian Karr From: Mike Moran Sent: Monday, June 15, 2015 12:01 PM To: 'dickens.dan@gmail.com' Cc: Council; Tom Markus; Chad Dyson Subject: City Park Rides Attachments: CityParkRidesSummerTraining.pptx Mr. Dickens, I have been asked to respond to your email of June 14th, regarding your experience with the rides in Lower City Park. I apologize for the callous way that staff responded to your request of not texting while monitoring the rides. I have attached the training document that we go through with staff at the beginning of each season. You will see that on slide 12 we prohibit use of cell phones, except for work related use. We have terminated the services of one staff member and disciplined the others so that this should not happen again; I appreciate you bringing this to our attention so that we can continue to ensure good experiences by the public that visit these amusement rides. If there is anything further I can assist you with please let me know. Michael Moran CPRP Director, Parks and Recreation City of Iowa City 220 S. Gilbert St. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 319-356-5100 m an I� E E :0 cn }' O cn N N N > U � U O U O D - ry O O ° U O o �� Y O m - C- 0 O N a o-0 J >' o Co �.�L cD Z3o� 0 4-j m 0 0 U U) 0 CM D 0 c� .E m L. 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