HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-11-04 CorrespondenceItem Number: 9.a.
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Robert Merlino: Tower Ramp Linn St. Elevator [Staff Response Included]
Kellie Fruehling
From: Mark Rummel
Sent: Friday, October 11, 2019 4:17 PM
To: 'robert-merlino@uiowa.edu'
Cc: Council
Subject: FW: Tower Ramp Linn St. Elevator
Hello Mr. Merlino,
Thank you for the notification regarding the Tower Place elevator not functioning. A service repair was requested as
soon as we received your email and signage was placed on every level noting the elevator was out of order. The service
technician was able to repair the issue within a few hours and the elevator is back in service.
We understand the service interruptions can create challenges for many of our users and work to reinstate service as
soon as possible.
Please feel free to contact me directly with any issues or concerns and I will address them as soon as possible.
CITY OF IOWA CITY Mark Rummel
UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE Associate Director, Transportation Services
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400 Iowa City, IA 52240
mark-rummel@iowa-city.org
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From: Merlino, Robert L <robert-merlino@uiowa.edu>
Sent: Friday, October 11, 2019 8:46 AM
To: Council
Subject: Tower Ramp Linn St. Elevator
The Tower Ramp Linn St. Elevator is not working again. This is a recurring problem and it is particularly
difficult on those who have mobility issues. Please place this problem as a high priority maintenance issue.
Thank you,
Bob Merlino
This email is from an external source.
Item Number: 9.b.
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George Bergus: Parking on Wales Street [Staff Response Included]
Kellie Fruehlin
From:
Geoff Fruin
Sent:
Monday, October 14, 2019 11:27 AM
To:
Council
Subject:
FW: Parking on Wales Street
From: Emily Bothell
Sent: Monday, October 14, 2019 11:18 AM
To: 'gbergus@gmail.com' <gbergus@gmail.com>
Cc: Kent Ralston <Kent-Ralston@iowa-city.org>; Geoff Fruin <Geoff - Fru in@iowa-city.org>
Subject: RE: Parking on Wales Street
Good morning, George and Rebeca -
Your email was forwarded to me for response.
Staff will conduct additional observations in the next couple weeks to better understand what your describing and
follow-up with our recommendation(s).
In the meantime, please feel free to contact me directly if you have any additional concerns or questions.
Best,
Emily Bothell, AICP
Senior Transportation Engineering Planner I Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County
410 E. Washington St. I Iowa City, IA 152240
Em ilv-Bothel I(a)iowa-city.ora
319.356.5250
From: George Bergus <gbergus@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, October 12, 2019 4:24 PM
To: Council <Council@iowa-city.ore>
Subject: Parking on Wales Street
City Council, Iowa City
Last year, in November, we received a letter from Emily Bothell, Senior Transportation Engineering Planner. She
informed us that City vehicles were having difficulty navigating our block of Wales St between Court Street and Th
Avenue due to parking on both sides of our narrow street. She proposed the removal of parking on the east side of
Wales St.
We came to City Council meeting of November 20, 2018 and asked that the residents of Wales Street be allowed to
modify our on -street parking behaviors such that we parked our vehicles on the same side as other vehicles and/or park
at a significant distance from vehicles on the opposite side of the street.
We are writing City Council to inform the Council that we have been monitoring our parking behaviors and we find the
parking problem on Wales has not significantly improved. This is a disappointment. We request that the City look at the
problem we are currently experiencing and help us find a solution.
Sincerely,
George and Rebeca Bergus
418 Wales Street
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Item Number: 9.c.
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Steven Rohrbach: 2021 IECC Proposal - CE264-19 Zero Code Renewal EnergyAppendix
[Staff Response Included]
Kellie Fruehling
From: Geoff Fruin
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 12:30 PM
To: 'Steven Rohrbach'; Rockne Cole; Susan Mims; Pauline Taylor, Mazahir Salih; Bruce
Teague; John Thomas; Jim Throgmortpn; Tracy Hightshoe; Brenda Nations
Cc: Will Downing; Danielle Sitzman; Tim Hennes; Council
Subject: RE: 2021 IECC Proposal: CE264-19 Zero Code Renewable Energy Appendix
Steve —
Thank you for the email and information on the AIA submission. We will review and let you know if we have questions.
Best,
Geoff
From: Steven Rohrbach [mailto:srohrbach@rohrbachassociates.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 11:14 AM
To: Geoff Fruin <Geoff-Fruin@iowa-city.org>; Rockne Cole <Rockne-Cole@iowa-city.org>; Susan Mims <Susan-
Mims@iowa-city.org>; Pauline Taylor <Pauline-Taylor@iowa-city.org>; Mazahir Salih <Mazahir-Salih@iowa-city.org>;
Bruce Teague <Bruce-Teague@iowa-city.org>; John Thomas <John-Thomas@iowa-city.org>; Jim Throgmorton <Jim-
Throgmorton@iowa-city.org>; Tracy Hightshoe <Tracy- H ightshoe @ i owa -city.o rg>; Brenda Nations <Brenda-
Nations@iowa-city.org>
Cc: Will Downing <wdowning@rohrbachassociates.com>
Subject: 2021 IECC Proposal: CE264-19 Zero Code Renewable Energy Appendix
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All
Given AIA's critical commitment to exponentially accelerating the decarbonization of buildings and the built environment,
the AIA submitted the "Zero Code Renewable Energy Appendix" to become part of the 2021 IECC (International Energy
Conservation Code). If approved by the International Code Council (ICC) voting members in Las Vegas on October 30
and via online vote in late November, local jurisdictions would be allowed to voluntarily adopt a zero -net -carbon building
code.
Hundreds of jurisdictions across the country and around the world are pursuing policies to address climate change. The
Zero Code Renewable Energy Appendix provides them with a powerful and essential tool to accelerate the transition to a
100% clean building design as part of their codes.
AIA asks all its members to contact their state and local government energy, sustainability, and code officials as soon as
possible to ask them to vote for approval as submitted of the 2021 IECC Proposal: CE264-19 Zero Code Renewable
Energy Appendix. This is an appendix to the model energy code that allows for a multiple -pathway approach to achieve
better energy efficiency and carbon reduction outcomes for the built environment.
This is a defining moment for AIA to advocate for policies that reduce emissions from the building sector. It's imperative
that the industry acts today. This request for urgent advocacy is directly supportive of AIA's "renewed commitment to
environmental stewardship."
Please reach out to your local building code officials as the ICC will be voting to approve this change electronically
through ICC's cdpACCESS on October 30. For more information, please review this publication.
Steven A. Rohrbach AIA
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Carol deProsse: Leaf Pickup
Item Number: 9.d.
Kellie Fruehling
From: Carol deProsse <lonetreefox@mac.com>
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 2:38 PM
To: Geoff Fruin; Council
Subject: Leaf Pickup
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Geoff/Council,
The "leaf sucker" is crawling around town burning up gas and wasting time because next to leaves
have fallen yet and so there are none to suck up. The City needs to start this later in the fall.
Global warming has changed the season in case you've been paying attention.
Budget a separate leaf sucker in next year's budget so the current one doesn't have to shut down
before most of residents' leaves are picked up in order to convert to snowplowing.
Carol
Item Number: 9.e.
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Marvin Bryson: Very rude, and noisy neighbors [Staff Response Included]
Kellie Fruehling
From: Jody Matherly
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 2:33 PM
To: 'brysonmarvin2@gmail.com'
Cc: Council
Subject: RE: Very rude, and noisy neighbours
Mr. Bryson,
Thank you for contacting the City of Iowa City regarding your concerns. We will need to hear more details about your
situation to better understand the issues and assist you with a resolution. We assigned a police officer to contact you
and he is waiting to hear back from you. You can contact Ofc. Schmerbach at 319-356-5275 or at Adam-
Schmerbach@iowa-city.org.
From: Marvin Bryson <brysonmarvin2Pgmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2019 1:50 PM
To: Council <Council@iowa-city.org>
Subject: Very rude, and noisy neighbours
Hi, my names Marvin. I have lived at my residence for the past few years. I have been kind to others around me, and I
work really hard for a living. My landlord has moved a young couple upstairs above me with a baby? They have been
partying alot, shouting at their baby, hitting on him the works?. I have tried to speak with my landlord plenty of times.
She does absolutely nothing at all? What exactly should I do? I dont want to have call authorities nor DHS on them for
child protection? Thank you for reading this, Marvin Bryson.
Jody L. Natherfy
Chief of Police
Iowa City, Iowa
Fair
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Responsive
Professional
From: Marvin Bryson <brysonmarvin2Pgmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2019 1:50 PM
To: Council <Council@iowa-city.org>
Subject: Very rude, and noisy neighbours
Hi, my names Marvin. I have lived at my residence for the past few years. I have been kind to others around me, and I
work really hard for a living. My landlord has moved a young couple upstairs above me with a baby? They have been
partying alot, shouting at their baby, hitting on him the works?. I have tried to speak with my landlord plenty of times.
She does absolutely nothing at all? What exactly should I do? I dont want to have call authorities nor DHS on them for
child protection? Thank you for reading this, Marvin Bryson.
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Angie Jordan: Police
Item Number: 9.f.
Kellie Fruehling
From: AJ <fivecaloriebanjo@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 25, 2019 10:34 PM
To: Denise Brotherton; Jody Matherly; Daisy Torres; Council
Subject: Re: police
Attachments: IMG_1993.JPG; IMG_1994.JPG
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Chief Matherly, Capt. Brotherton, Daisy, & City Council,
We had our 4th annual Fall Festival a Alexander Elementary School tonight, and I had to share that my heart was full
when the officers and Daisy where there busy interacting with kids, families and school staff.
My daughter knew RIGHT AWAY what she wanted to be for Halloween—a police officer like her aunt Gabby.
I was so pleased as a parent and South District resident who sees and hears all sorts of sirens around the neighborhood
witness an officer get down to my daughter's level and totally ham it up alongside her!!! You never know where
positive interactions like these ones tonight will lead. This little girl dreams of growing up to become a police officer on
day, and I know this captured moment meant a lot to her and to me too. I am not sure what the name of this pictured
officer was, but if you'd pass along my gratitude and a high -five?
Than you ICPD for being at our event and for being so present. I hope you all enjoyed the event as much as we do each
year!
Grateful,
Angie Jordan
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Marcia Murphy: To inform
Item Number: 9.g.
Kellie Fruehling
From:
Marcia Murphy <murphyma87533@gmail.com>
Sent:
Saturday, October 26, 2019 11:25 AM
To:
Council
Subject:
To inform
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To the Iowa City City Council:
have a message for the city council and all the city, UI, and area security
people in vehicles, buildings, internet, or otherwise:
1) Just because someone is of low income doesn't mean they are
criminals.
2) Disabled people are not necessarily criminals just because they cannot
drive cars but must walk on sidewalks and wait for buses.
I have been discriminated against unjustly. I have been followed by
security vehicles at Mercer Park when I was walking down the sidewalk to
go to the pool for regular exercise. I am a 65 year old, crippled, low
income female who uses a crutch and walks to the pool. Why are the
security afraid of me?? I go to church every Sunday and read my Bible
and pray every morning. I was a Girl Scout. And I am a published
author.Yet, I am being watched and followed (in other areas of the city as
well) as though I am a criminal --simply because I cannot afford a car and
look disabled in appearance, and am of low income.
This has got to stop. The security people at whatever level, including the
University, have to use common sense. They, too, may one day be struck
with disability as everyone is only one second away from a car accident or
other medical issues that disable a person. How would they want to be
treated?
Marcia A. Murphy
pax vobis
Marcia A. Murphy
www.hopeforrecovery.com
https://www.hopeforrecovery.com/gifts-mhi-outreach-patient-clothing/
Item Number: 9.h.
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Mary Gravitt: Affordable Housing is in Danger
Kellie Fruehling
From:
Mary Gravitt <gravittmary@gmail.com>
Sent:
Saturday, October 26, 2019 12:46 PM
To:
Council
Subject:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING IS IN DANGER
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RISK
I have been informed that Affordable Housing Funds are endangered. Because I have
been told that developers are now allowed to buy their way out of Affordable Housing
Units, as they are Green Space. We have the cities of Houston and Dallas, Texas to
witness that Green Space prevents the outcome of tornado flooding. Urban Green
Space and wetlands for run-off helps in ameliorating floods.
These two are betrayals of the citizens of Iowa City. In 1957 Urban Renewal removed
the majority of Affordable Housing in the United States and replaced it with housing
above the median income. Iowa City was part of this political/social disaster. This and
natural disasters have resulted in homelessness in mid to late 20th century, and
threatens human disaster in the 21St century. And has placed the United States in Third
World status with people dwelling on the sidewalks and sleeping in parks, and the lucky
ones in shelters.
We look at Hong Kong and think that at the base of their complaint is freedom and
democracy, but affordable housing is at the base of the iceberg of riots moving across
the world.
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Politicians think that the riots that face the rest of the world over inequality can't happen
here. But for those who remember 1968 and the antisocial riots of the day know that
caution had better be on the Iowa City Council's agenda.
Affordable Housing will soon become a civil right. Human beings want and need
affordable housing. And we look forward to government intervention to insure this.
Developers will and are overbuilding expensive housing as they did in the 1990s only to
have vacancies which cause Section 8 to be invented. Developers can avoid some
pitfalls and gains benefits of Section 8 if they build affordable dwelling in the first place.
Section 8 if policed properly does not mean tenants that could decrease in property
values. This is up to City Agencies to make proper rules and do background
investigations and inspections.
Somehow Developers are locked in the Gilded Age myths coming out of the White House
based on continued progress. But progress has its limits. I based my predictions from
the history of economics on the Realpolitik on the limits of progress and housing need.
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Citizens have voted on Affordable Housing, and the Standing Council have voted on it
and expected it, like bus shelter, to be acted on. Or we must consider a revolution or
revelation at the voting booth or on the street.
Mary Gravitt
2714 Wayne Avenue #6
Iowa City, IA 52240
319.341.6230
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Item Number: 9.i.
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Lucy Barker & Salina McCarty: Houses Into Homes' request
Kellie Fruehling
From: Houses into Homes <housesintohomes319@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 4:40 PM
To: Council; Rockne Cole; Bruce Teague; Jim Throgmorton; John Thomas; Pauline Taylor,
Susan Mims; Mazahir Salih; Geoff Fruin
Subject: Houses into Homes' request
Attachments: Request to IC City Council 102919.pdf
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Good afternoon,
Please find attached a request for funding from Houses into Homes for consideration by the City Council.
Thank you,
Lucy Barker & Salina McCarty
Lucy Barker & Salina McCarty, Co -Directors
housesintohomes.ore
facebook.com/housesintohomesiowacity
319-435-1075
To: Iowa City City Council: Rockne Cole, Susan Mims, Mazahir Salih, Pauline Taylor, Bruce Teague, John
Thomas, Jim Throgmorton; Iowa City City Manager, Geoff Fruin
Re: Request for funding
Amount requested: $25,000.00
Background: Houses into Homes (HiH) provides beds, furniture, and other household items to families and
individuals transitioning out of homelessness or other crisis situations in Johnson County. (Two-thirds are Iowa
City residents.) Our program improves the physical and emotional well-being of residents most in need by
providing a comfortable place to sleep, sit, and eat. Evidence indicates that improved sleep quality decreases
stress and depression, improves mental health and decision-making, and leads to better performance at school
and at work. We provide a uniquely collaborative service that no other organization in the community
provides. HiH collects donated needed items, plans a full furnish, and delivers all at once. We have attached
nine letters of support to this request that document the value of the service we provide the community.
Purpose: We have been successful while growing to meet the needs of the community, delivering beds,
furniture, and other items to 208 households (702 individuals) since February 2018. We have diverted
approximately 70 tons of furnishings from the landfill. However, HiH is at an inflection point. Given the immense
need in the community, HiH must now transition to a social service agency with stable storage, office space,
and at least one paid staff person. We are seeking $25,000 to support that transition by supporting the hiring of
a full-time Executive Director (Salina McCarty).
Goals: With full-time effort, we will be better able to manage donations, maintain our inventory system and
financial system, fundraise, and organize for deliveries. Currently, with only volunteer time, we are able to
deliver to an average of 10-15 households per month, with households waiting 2-3 months to receive beds and
furniture. With one full-time Executive Director, we expect to be able to cut wait times dramatically, to 4-6
weeks in the short term, with a long-term goal of 1-2 week wait times, thereby also increasing the number of
households served to 18-20 per month. Additionally, we will be able to increase our pick-up service, drop-off
hours, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising.
Sustainability: We expect that with a full-time Executive Director able to dedicate time to fundraising, Houses
into Homes will increase our private and corporate donations and funded grants to the extent that we will not
rely on Iowa City or Johnson County funding. Even with the limited time we have been able to dedicate to HiH,
we have seen a considerable increase in the dollar amount of private donations. The average monthly donation
increased nearly five -fold from 2018 to 2019 ($5635 across 11 months in 2018 to $28,462 across 9 months in
2019), and we would expect much more productivity with a paid Executive Director.
Respectfully,
Lucy Barker & Salina McCarty
Houses into Homes
HOUSES INTO HOMES
319-435-1075
housesintohomes319@gmail.com
housesintohomes,org
facebook: @housesintohomesiowacity
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Iowa City Community School District
Educational Services Center
Stephen F. Murley Superintendent of Schools
1725 North Dodge Street a Iowa City, IA 52245 - (319) 688-1000 • Fax (319) 688-1009 - www.iowacityschoois,org
October 25, 2019
Iowa City Council
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
Dear Council Members:
As the Homeless Liaison for the Iowa City Community School District, I am writing in strong
support of the proposal to fund Houses to Homes.
Students who are sleep deprived are much more likely to struggle behaviorally, socially and
academically. When Lucy and Salina contacted us to inquire about the need for a furniture
program, we were thrilled! Frequently when we visit the home of a family who recently
secured housing, we find a nest of blankets on the floor, a garbage bag full of clothes and not
much else. Houses to Homes is addressing a great unmet need in our community.
We have seen several models in our community of a "Furniture Project." Houses to Homes is
by far the most successful. First of all, Houses to Homes delivers the furniture. Transportation
to pick up large furniture items previously was a huge barrier for families. Secondly, Lucy and
Salina have the commitment and the skill set to organize a myriad of details --- a referral
process, a system for receiving donations, recruiting and organizing a large volunteer base, and
enlisting the support of business partners. Lastly, and most importantly, Lucy and Salina are
extremely respectful in how they interact with our families who have recently been homeless.
Our families report that they feel that Lucy and Salina really care and take the time to get their
input on what they want to create a home.
What Houses to Homes has been able to accomplish in less than two years is phenomenal.
Several hundred students have received beds, and have come to school less tired and more
ready to learn. Houses to Homes has grown rapidly, largely through thousands of hours
donated by Lucy, Salina and others. To sustain this very successful model, a stable funding
stream is needed. This project has the right formula to address a great need. It's a win-win,
families get more and the landfill gets less!
I hope that you will give their proposal strong consideration. I would be happy to answer any
other questions that you may have.
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Joan Vanden Berg,
Youth and Family Development Coordinator and Homeless Liaison
It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing
complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact Jeremy Tabor, Director of Equity & Employee Relations, 1725 N.
Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, (319) 688-1000, tabor.jeremy@iowacityschools.org.
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10/25/2019
To Whom it May Concern:
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Department of Internal Medicine
SW34 GH
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1046
319-384-7307 Tel
319-353-8070 Fax
As a social worker at a referring agency, I have seen firsthand how much of an impact this service can make on
an individual's life. Our agency believes in the power of the housing first model and how important stable
housing is for a patient's ability to engage, access and participate fully in their healthcare- allowing better health
outcomes for the patient and their healthcare team.
For years, we have had clients inquire about resources for household furnishings and we've had nowhere to
send them—and I know that for all those that did inquire, there were many more dealing with a lack of basic
furnishings who did not even think to ask for help. We watch our clients struggle to afford housing in this
community, and the struggle sometimes does not end when housing is found, as our clients need everything for
an apartment or house to be able to start their lives there. From elderly and disabled clients sleeping on couches
to young families without a dinner table or a bed for their children, we see clients every day who can, and
directly have, seen so much benefit from this service.
Houses into Homes provides an opportunity for our clients to benefit from their communities but also to join
their communities and settle into their homes, some of them for the first time in their lives. Furniture provides
our clients with dignity and comfort in their homes, which helps provide self confidence in other areas of their
lives. This service can provide a ripple effect for clients to feel confident to find and maintain employment, seek
mental health and substance use services, engage in their health care, and further their educations.
As a volunteer for this agency, I have found so much joy and appreciation for what they do. As furniture and household
items are delivered to each family, Houses into Homes ensures that volunteers are trained to see each delivery as an
opportunity to meet people deserving of a comfortable home with strengths and skills that contribute to our community. It
is a privilege to get to volunteer with an agency who respects people where they are and helps them to see their worth and
value.
I believe in the power of this agency in our community and the importance of this service. I believe that Iowa City is a
community that can and should support the dignity of all of its community members and Houses into Homes is an agency
whose mission supports this goal every day.
Katie Vodraska
Social Worker, Dept. Int. Med.
U of Iowa Health Care
200 Hawkins Dr., SW34-GH
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 353-7173 – desk phone
(319) 383-6563- cell phone
(319) 353-8070 - fax
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October 25, 2019
Houses Into Homes
Lucy Barker & Salina McCarty, Co -Directors
housesintohomes.org
facebook.com/housesintohomesiowacity
319-435-1075
Dear Houses Into Homes,
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Department of Internal Medicine
SW34 GH
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1046
319-384-7307 Tel
319-353-8070 Fax
I just wanted to take the time to thank you for providing a bed to our client. I have worked
closely with this gentleman over the last few years. Due to various circumstances, he is
often angry and depressed. He is on a fixed income and his subsidized, 1 -bedroom
apartment has little for furnishings per self-report. In addition, he was sleeping on a sofa.
When we heard about your agency and its mission, we knew there would be a desperate
need for your services in Johnson County. I appreciate that you were able to meet my
client's request with both compassion and professionalism. He is a gentleman that doesn't
smile often and he came to tell me all about having met you and getting his "beautiful" bed
with a grin from ear to ear. Your agency definitely made a great impact on this gentleman
and we are hopeful you will be able to start taking referrals again soon; this community
needs your help. Thank you for all you do!
Sincerely,
Tricia C. Kroll, LMSW
RW Program Coordinator
26 September 2019
Domestic Violence Intervention Program
1105 S Gilbert Court #300, Iowa City, IA 52240
Houses into Homes Statement of Support
To Whom It May Concern;
From Alesha Packer and Lucia McNeal, Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP)
Before this year, 2019, Houses into Homes was not a known resource to DVIP. Time and time
again, we watched clients finally move out of shelter --only to call an empty, unfurnished apartment "home."
For someone that has been physically, emotionally, sexually, financially abused... safety is the most
important priority. Money is spent on essentials: food, diapers for the baby, gas to leave the state. Relocating
to a new home, paying application fees, deposit (often doubled), rent, etc. By the time all is said and done,
survivors that fled violence rarely have money leftover to buy a bed, let alone furnish an entire home.
Though they are housed, they are often still in financial crisis. Though they are safe, they are still at risk
until they have obtained stability. A home in which residents have to sleep on the floor and can't share a
meal at the table is not stable. Something as simple as a bed, couch, and table with chairs makes a world of
difference, especially for our clients. Houses into Homes' services bring comfort and basic necessities to
families who have just been through a horrific amount of trauma and violence. Lucy and Salina started an
organization that provides a necessity to low income individuals that would otherwise be left unmet.
Reusing furniture is better for the environment, and just makes logical sense, particularly in a college town
where people are constantly moving in and out.
Houses into Homes benefits the entire Iowa City community, but especially our most vulnerable
and at -risk populations. We at DVIP believe that everyone deserves a bed to sleep in, a place to eat meals,
and a stable home. Please accept this letter as a formal statement of support to Houses into Homes.
Sincerely,
Lucia McNeal, Housing Coordinator
CVA, BSW
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Houses into Homes Statement of Support
Housing is a significant factor in UAY's intervention services. We go into families homes
to provide services and we assist families in finding housing of their own. In-home
services allow us frontline access to the effects of housing without furnishings. Families
are sleeping and eating on the floors. There's no sense of `home' because there's
nothing in the house that reflects their personality, there's nothing that provides the
comfort and stability of `home'. Not to mention the real effects of not having a good
night's sleep and what that does to productivity and being able to focus. On the opposite
side of that is our programming that assist families with finding housing. When we are
successful in helping families secure housing of their own, they still need to find a way
to furnish their home. This used to occupy a lot of staff time: finding donated furniture,
finding vehicles to transport the furniture, helping families move the furniture. Houses
into Homes is one referral that takes care of all of this. The services they provide is the
next step in families long-term stability. It's their next step in creating their `home'.
Thanks!
Ally Hanten
Director of Programs
Talia Medlinger
Counseling Programs Coordinator
United Action for Youth
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University of Iowa Health Care
To Whom it May Concern,
Chemical Dependency Services
200 Hawkins Drive, 5 Boyd Tower
Iowa City, IA 52242-1046
319-384-8765 Tel
319-384-9362 Fax
www.uihealthcare.com
Prior to working at the University of Iowa: Hospitals and Clinics; I worked at the Abbe
Center for Community Mental Health and was the Projects for Assistance in Transition from
Homelessness (PATH) Provider for Johnson County. I worked with individuals who were
homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness. My targeted population was individuals
experiencing a serious mental illness alone or co-occurring substance abuse disorder. I
assisted these individuals with accessing housing and getting connected to resources. I saw
approximately 229 individuals in my 2018-2019 fiscal year. Finding housing can be difficult
and can take months for a host of reasons in Johnson County. Often the individuals and
families will spend most of their income paying the first month's rent and deposit, as is the
norm in our community. This expense doesn't allow families to purchase much needed
items that we all take for granted, such as beds, couches, tables, and so on.
Houses into Homes provides this need and fills the gap. They assist families with obtaining
beds for the parents and children and they also do full home furnishing. My former clients
who have utilized this program benefit from this program tremendously. They are so
grateful to this program. When people have experienced mental health issues, substance
abuse, and/or homelessness, obtain housing, and then utilize this program, it furthers their
sense of community. They feel that people care about them and want them to be happy
and healthy. This program promotes the community support and care that we often take
for granted. I fully support this program and its needs for further financial support.
Please contact me if you have any additional questions.
Sincerely,
Sam Conaway
Sam Conaway, BSW
Behavioral Health Consultant, Co -MAT -IA
Department of Psychiatry
University of Iowa Health Care
319 -359 -9072 -Cell
samue 1-conawaynn,uiowa. edu
Houses into Homes. Creating community.
It is the mission of their program that in less than two years has supported 702 community
members, including 408 children that are referred to through 14 local agencies with a similar
mission to support and create community. It's been a constant for this organization built on a
simple idea that has grown within our community through the referrals, then in partnerships with
local businesses to support in donation of items, time, and financial resources by hosting events
to raise funds. The impact made by co-founders Lucy Barker and Salina McCarthy is priceless.
Unfortunately, the need to support others continues.
Houses into Homes is a significant cog in our community that helps to keep the cycle of
community moving in rhythm. It's people helping people. For those that donate, it's making room
in their home for the items they no longer need. Rather than filling our landfill, these items are
filling the homes of community members who are otherwise doing without to focus on keeping
their loved ones sheltered and fed. And providing a sense of purpose and outreach for others
that want to help but maybe limited financially or don't have much to give other than of their
time.
My son, Emerson and a group of his friends started volunteering with House into Homes in
October 2018, and have eagerly and self-lessly volunteered their time to help with over 160
hours to help move beds, bedding, couches, tables, chairs, cookware to lamps donated from
community members in Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty to unload at the HIH warehouse
and help load the UHauls all over again to deliver to families in these same communities. The
boys want to help, they feel it's a part of their routine and are disappointed when they are not
available to help.
It's been a humbling experience to see the reactions of families whose houses are empty of the
basics, and are quickly filled with friendly yet respectful faces working to set up beds or help to
arrange furniture to help make their house a comfortable home. They are often overwhelmed,
and always appreciative of Lucy and Salina, and are wowed by the trail of volunteers that have
taken the time to share in their day.
The time I've personally spent is overwhelming to see the reaction of the boys who help, to
those that are given something more to make their house into a home. A win-win for our
community, our environment, and the next generation.
Jana L. Bennett
1805 Wood Duck Ct
North Liberty, IA 52317
319-321-9077
FAITH
ACADEMY
October 27, 2019
Faith Academy Elementary School
1030 Cross Park Avenue
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Houses into Homes
30361h Avenue
Coralville, Iowa 52241
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am the Family Liaison at Faith Academy Elementary School and have been referring
families to Houses into Homes since April of 2019. Despite the short time that I've been
associated with the organization, every family that I've referred has received a delivery.
One mom was so impressed with the beds and household items she received, that she and
her oldest daughter volunteered to help one weekend with deliveries to other families.
I support the grant request of Houses into Homes, and if successful this would mean
continuing to support the mental well-being of students in the ICCSD.
Best,
Bernadine Franks, BASW
Family Liaison (319) 351- 4860
Faith Academy Elementary School
Houses into Homes Statement of Support
Houses into Homes is the only resource and service of its kind in our community right
now. When previously homeless or high need families ask me for housing items, they
are the only agency I have to refer families to that does not involve a cost the families.
Houses into homes has also made the referral process and communication so smooth
for us as a referring agency. For these reasons I have referred many families to them
and they have all received quality items that transform their homes within a couple of
weeks to a month.
Houses into Homes provides the families I work with and that I have referred with the
most basic and very necessary resource of beds. Most of the families I refer don't have
beds. That means that the hardworking parents and hard learning students aren't
getting as restful of sleep. Good rest is fundamental to the work we do at school.
Megan Lobb, Kirkwood Elementary
Iowa City Community School District
Kellie Fruehling
From: Lucy Barker <housesintohomes319@gmail.com> Late Handouts Distributed
Sent: Monday, November 4, 2019 4:14 PM
To: Geoff Fruin; Council
Subject: Fwd: UAY Letter
(Date)
RISK
Hello Geoff and City Council Members,
Please see the email below and our response to Stu Mullins. As an organization we have sent out requests for
statements of support to our referring and partnering agencies on two separate occasions. We did not realize
UAY's policy regarding an official statement of support vs Ally's statement she had sent us. Please disregard
her statement when considering our request. There are no other statements of support that were provided or
sent to council where any confusion may have occurred. Ally was the singular response when we first asked
for impact statements to help with fundraising, the others were provided after we announced we had officially
reached an inflection point in providing our services, and had asked the county and city for assistance. We
genuinely did not intend to misuse her statement. Please accept our apology for this misunderstanding, and
know that we will be intentional and explicit with this knowledge regarding how statements of support may be
used.
Best,
Salina McCarty & Lucy Barker
Begin forwarded message:
From: Lucy Barker <housesintohomes319@gmail.com>
Date: November 4, 2019 at 3:54:46 PM CST
To: Stu Mullins <Stu.Mullins@ unitedactionforyouth.org>
Subject: Re: UAY Letter
Hello,
Please accept our sincerest apologies for misinterpreting how we could use the letter of
support for our program. We will also follow up with Geoff, as well as the city council, to let
them know to disregard that letter. We should've checked in with Ally and UAY before sending
it in with other statements of support, as hers was sent a while ago when we asked for general
support statements vs specific to this funding ask. "General use' and "specific use" are new to
us, and we do appreciate the feedback. Please extend our apology to Ally as well, as we were
unaware of your policy re formal statements of support, and don't wish to cause her harm, or
UAY discomfort. We deeply appreciate all you do for our community.
Best,
Salina & Lucy
On Nov 4, 2019, at 3:29 PM, Stu Mullins
<Stu.Mullins@unitedactionforyouth.org> wrote:
Good afternoon,
I was made aware that a letter of support from UAY was included in your
proposal to the City of Iowa City. Ally Hanten, UAY's Director of Programs, in
responding to you did not realize the intention of your initial request for support,
and assumed that it would be used for general fundraising, as there were no
indications of specific uses. What was sent was a general indication of how our
intervention programs and Houses into Homes work together. The statement
that was provided was not a letter of support, which would be on UAY
letterhead and signed by me as the Executive Director. We only give official
letters of support when we are provided with specific funding requests. This
email was used out of context and we are uncomfortable with it being included
as part of your proposal. I will follow-up with Geoff Fruin and I appreciate the
opportunity to provide this feedback.
Sincerely,
Stu Mullins
Executive Director
United Action for Youth
1700 S First Ave Suite 14
PO Box 892
Iowa City, IA 52244-0892
319-338-7518 Ext 109
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Item Number: 9.j.
INCITY OE IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org
November 4, 2019
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Shannon Hammen Miner: Houses Into Homes impact
Tia Perez: Houses Into Homes
Natasha Wendt: support for Houses into Homes funding
Kellie Fruehling
From: Shannon Hammen Miner <miner.shannon@iowacityschools.org>
Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 11:38 AM
To: Council
Subject: Houses Into Homes impact
RISK
Hello Council Members -
I'm writing today to share the impact that Houses Into Homes has had on our students at my school. Houses Into Homes
is the only support in our community directly meeting the basic bed and furniture needs of families coming out of
homelessness or other dire living situations in our community. The referral process is seamless for agencies and effective
for families. We all know that sleep is a critical component of school readiness! Houses Into Homes is providing this
opportunity to children and their families. They are community at its best! Working together to meet the needs of every
single child and family that calls Iowa City and Johnson County home.
Thank you for your continued dedication to our shared home!
Shannon Hammen Miner
Shannon Miner (she, her, hers)
Student and Family Advocate
Alexander School
Iowa City Community School District
319-688-io98 (office)
Kellie Fruehling
From: Tia Perez <tiaperez@urbanacres.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 12:24 PM
To: Council
Subject: Re: Houses Into Homes
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I have been working with Houses Into Homes for about a year. They have pushed very hard with zero outside funding to
deliver to disadvantaged citizens in our community. Now they are truly in need of sustainability so that they can
continue to meet the rising need.
Community Benefit:
1. Providing furniture to families who are coming out of homelessness, domestic violence, and other difficult
situations. This gives these families dignity and a big boost to standing on their own feet. With no "furniture rental
payment," they have more money to continue to afford rent, food, clothes. With a decent night's sleep, they are more
productive at work and have a more positive outlook. Not to mention the kiddos!!! Kids sleeping on floors is simply
unacceptable! Teachers have given us great feedback on what a difference they have seen in the students who receive
our beds.
2. Environmentalism! It is one of the things that make me proudest to live in Iowa City! Declaration of Climate Crisis,
Commitment to Recycling, Raising Awareness! Houses Into Homes is the ONLY local organization that will currently take
used mattresses for redistribution. Together we have saved countless tons of waste from our local landfill while
repurposing these items to furnish homes for those in need.
3. Dignity! I cannot stress this enough! Salina and Lucy are so dedicated to making sure each receiving family feel cared
about. They visit first and find out what they need and try to throw in a little something that will make them smile ... ie a
Thomas the Tank comforter for a kiddo who loves Thomas. Salina and Lucy facilitate delivery of sofas, beds, tables,
chairs. Some of the families don't have a pot to cook in. We supply pots, pans, plates, silverware. And little touches
that most don't expect ... ie house plants, decor, books for kiddos.
This organization if filling a huge role in caring for our underprivileged community members and I, for one, fully support
the use of my tax dollars put behind this organization. These women have the heart, the commitment, the skills to make
this organization a long standing tradition and an example for surrounding communities.
Please, please support Houses Into Homes in any and every way you can as my local representative.
Sincerely,
Tia Perez (resident, professional, mother, advocate)
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Check out our Urban Acres You Tube Video here!
Kellie Fruehling
From: Natasha Wendt <natashawendt@urbanacres.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 1:11 PM
To: Council
Subject: support for Houses into Homes funding
I write today to encourage the Council to support the funding request from Houses into Homes. I see the success of their
mission in many ways.
As a Realtor, my clients are always joyfully relieved to hear that Houses into Homes is an excellent resource for them to
donate their unwanted furniture. Decisions like that, when already stressed with a household move, are onerous and
wonderful to know can be easily taken care of. That it benefits local families adds an extra level of feel -good.
As a mom of a young student in our community, I see the kids whose families are struggling to create a comfortable
home for their children. I've heard the stories of my child's peers overjoyed that they will have beds upon which to
sleep, and tables to sit around and enjoy their family meals.
As a community member I am relieved that our landfill is not filling up with usable furniture and mattresses. I am
grateful that my fellow Iowa Citians are working together for the betterment of all.
Frankly, it is rather extraordinary how much Houses into Homes have been able to accomplish without a dedicated
executive. I believe that with a salary -supported position they will be able to make an even more positive impact on our
community. I urge you to support their request.
Respectfully,
Natasha Wendt
Natasha Wendt, REALTOR@
Urban Acres Real Estate / 319.541.2620
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250 Holiday Road, Coralville, IA 52241
Licensed to sett real estate in the State of Iowa
My home is where my bookshelves are... how do you fill in "Home is where the is?"
Kellie Fruehling
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To whom it may concern,
peads@deeryford.com
Thursday, October 31, 2019 11:00 PM
Council
Houses into Homes / Salina McCarty
Late Handouts Distributed
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(Date)
I wanted to personally reach out and share my experience with the organization Houses into Homes and their Co -
Director, Salina McCarty. First, I would like to state that I have known Salina for almost ten years and she constantly
amazes me how she gives back to our wonderful community with both her time and efforts. From a pure character
standpoint I can not begin to tell you what an incredible person she is, from both a professional and personal
standpoint. Her husband works with me here at the dealership so I am fortunate to see on a firsthand basis the type of
person she is, a person that I am proud to call my friend. Salina's integrity is above reproach and that is something that I
truly value in both my personal and professional life.
Second, the organization Houses into Homes is an incredible organization and I did not fully appreciate it until I had the
opportunity to assist on a delivery day. To be very honest/blunt, it is easy to write a check/donate money, but when I
had the opportunity to see the impact this organization has on families and children it truly opened my eyes. This
organization gives families hope that their lives can be better and most importantly it gives their children hope for their
futures.
Please feel free to contact me if I can assist with anything or answer any questions.
Best regards,
Patrick Eads
Patrick J Eads
Owner/President
Deery Brothers Ford Lincoln of Iowa City
2343 Mormon Trek Blvd
Iowa City, IA 52246
319-337-4600
DeeryFord.com
Kellie Fruehling
From: Kerrie Buettner <kerriebuettner@gmail.com> Late Handouts Distributed
Sent: Friday, November 1, 2019 1:13 PM
To: Council
Subject: Houses Into Homes statement of support /
(Date)
I have slept on the floor. I have lived in places with no furniture, dishes, or what most would think of as
essentials. I have always had the resources to change my situation, but without furniture why go home? Does it
even feel like a home. When a place doesn't feel like home it's easier to abandon it. Through Houses into
Homes I have seen single mothers shed tears of joy and thanldulness for beds and dishes. I have seen single
men do the same. This organization is out to help all. Kids not sleeping on the floor should be a goal for every
community. Kids live with the decisions of parents... they have no vote. This is why I have volunteered since
Houses Into Homes first started, and why I donate a house plant to every full furnish. I believe in the power of
encouragement. Families need to know strangers, community members,want them to succeed.
Current Houses Into Homes volunteer
Former Army Captain
Current Small Business owner: Every Bloomin' Thing
Kerrienne Buettner
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Kellie Fruehling
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Jacki Kuepker <JKuepker@greenstate.org>
Friday, November 1, 2019 4:14 PM Late Handouts Distributed
Council
Houses Into Homes/ Salina McCarty character reference
(Date)
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Dear Iowa City Council,
I am writing to provide information regarding the outstanding character of one of the co-founders of Houses Into
Homes, Salina McCarty.
I have known Salina for almost 10 years as our daughters have attended the same elementary and junior high schools.
From the moment we met, I have know her to be a driven and dedicated advocate for the community. Salina has always
been involved in various events and functions for our daughters' schools and even after our daughters had moved onto
junior high, it wasn't unusual for Salina to continue assisting with and providing her expertise for various events at our
girls' former elementary school! It isn't unusual for her to corral our girls into a volunteer group for various community
programs also; for instance Summer of the Arts events.
From a personal level, I consider Salina a very dear friend who cares not only for our community but has also personally
supported our daughter and our family. We're better people having known her!
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Jacki Kuepker
29 Wrexham Dr.
Iowa City, IA 52246
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Account Resolution Quality Assurance Spec
GreenState Credit Union 12355 Landon Road I North Liberty, IA 52317
p: (319) 341-3063 1 f: (319) 665-2197
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Kellie Fruehling
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Pam Nims <pamnims@yahoo.com>
Saturday, November 2, 2019 7:46 PM
Council
Cc: Houses Into Homes
Subject: Reference - Salina McCarty
RISK
Dear Iowa City Council Members,
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I am writing to you this evening in support of and as a character reference for Salina McCarty for the
position of Executive Director for Houses into Homes.
I have known Salina for approximately eight years, having first met her when we were both
volunteering for our children's elementary school. Over those years, my interactions with Salina have
been in many different roles. I have seen Salina effectively lead and organize events at that are
staffed entirely of volunteers at Horn Elementary. I have partnered with Salina while we successfully
launched an Operation Backpack program as the same elementary, ensuring dozens of children don't
go hungry on the weekends. I have also been fortunate enough to have Salina on our after school
program board where she had to deal with various difficult personnel issues. Through it all, Salina has
demonstrated her abilities to inspire others to participate in their community, listen intently to the
concerns of others, and take care of the business end of things that are required for any initiative to
be a success. Salina has shown time and again that she is someone you can count on to not only do
the right thing, but also to give more of herself than anyone could reasonably expect.
Because of Salina, my 16 year-old daughter and I have been inspired to also get involved with
Houses into Homes as volunteers. I cannot think of a better candidate for this position.
Should you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Sincerely,
Pam Nims
pamnimsyahoo.com
319-338-1705
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Iowa City Council members,
Walid Afifi <w-afifi@ucsb.edu>
Saturday, November 2, 2019 9:49 PM
Council
Letter of support - Houses into Homes funding request
Letter of support - HiH.pdf
Late Handouts Distributed
(Date)
Please see attached my letter of support for Houses into Homes' funding request (on the agenda for discussion at your
next meeting). Let me know if I can be of any additional assistance in your decision making process.
Sincerely,
Walid
Walid Afifi
Professor, Dept. of Communication
Director, Center for Middle East Studies
Member, Campus Climate Council
University of California at Santa Barbara
Office: SSMS 4129
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION
11/1/2019
Members of the Iowa City Council,
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA 93106.4020
SANTA CRUZ
I am writing in support of Houses into Homes' (HiH) request for funding. I was Department
Executive Office/Chair of the Department of Communication Studies at the University of Iowa
(UI) between 2013-2016 and have strong ties to the community (West High School graduate of
'86 and University of Iowa BA graduate, 1990). 1 am now a Professor in the Department of
Communication at the University of California -Santa Barbara (UCSB), and Director of the
Center for Middle East Studies. I still have family in Iowa City and consider it home.
I have taken an active interest in the work of HiH since its inception and am now part of a
collaborative effort between UCSB, UI, local (Iowa City) social service agencies, and HiH
recipients to complete a rigorous scientific study of their impact on the community. As part of the
initial phases of that project we have already interviewed several referring partners and past
recipients. Their voices are powerful. A representative from a referral agency said this: "When
we're successful in helping families secure housing of their own, they still need to find a way to
furnish their home. This used to occupy a lot of staff time: finding donated furniture, finding
vehicles to transport the furniture, helping families move the furniture. HiH is one referral that
takes care of all of this. The services they provide is the next step in families long-term stability.
It's their next step in creating their'home'." Recipients have also told us experiences of note.
Two themes have consistently emerged thus far in those interviews. First, recipients have noted
the degree to which HiH has reduced stress in their lives. For example, one adult recipient
stated: "When you're starting over and you get help like that, it makes life a lot easier; it takes a
lot of stress and headaches away." Another noted: "It's an amazing boost; I can't stress that
enough". A youth recipient confirmed that experience this way: ""I see my mom stressin', I don't
want her to worry, and then they came and it was like stress free." A second consistent theme is
the appreciation that recipients have for the compassion and humanness with which HiH
representatives interact with them. One recipient described the dignity with which HiH treated
him as "a blessing;" another discussed how affirming it was to feel like HiH "really cared about
us." Many recipients identified Salina McCarty, HiH Executive Director, by name for the care
and compassion she provided, although it is clear to anyone who works with HiH in any capacity
that both her and Lucy Barker, their Director of Operations, embrace their mission statement: "to
help people feel the comfort of home, no matter their circumstances, and, critically to always do
so in a way that honors their experience and engages with them in dignity."
In addition to affecting the lives of vulnerable communities in transition, reducing waste by
recycling beds and furniture, dramatically reducing workload for other local services agencies by
fully taking on the role of providing beds and furnishings to their clients, HiH also serves the
local community by providing volunteer opportunities to assist community members in need. A
good portion of HiH's volunteers are youth; research has shown that volunteerism increases
empathy in youth and creates an elevated sense of community for both volunteers and
recipients. These indirect benefits are too often overlooked in assessments of impact. The role
of HiH's youth volunteer program will be a critical element of the second phase of our impact
assessment project.
Besides the role I have taken as a Principal Investigator on the scientific study, I have also
volunteered with HiH in multiple roles, including pickups, deliveries, and grant writing. In that
latter role, I have had access to information tied to their fundraising and volunteerism
successes. For purposes of assessing sustainability, it is important for the council to know that
the private donation increased nearly five -fold from 2018 (their first year) to 2019. Specifically,
they raised approximately $6k from private donations across 11 months in 2018 and
approximately $29k across the first 9 months in 2019 (the time at which I last had access to
those data). As of August of 2019, they had also received over 2200 hours in donated time for
pickups and deliveries from 131 volunteer. These are remarkable feats that speak to the
appreciation that the community has for the work they are doing and the way they are doing it.
In sum, in the short time since its inception, HiH has become an essential part of the Iowa City
community. I hope that the Council supports them in their work to the full extent of their request.
From what I have witnessed, I can assure council members that any funding that HiH receives
will end up being pennies on the dollar in terms of impact that money will have on the
community. If I can be of any additional assistance, I may be reached at w-afrfi(&ucsb.edu.
Sincerely,
Walid Affi
Professor, Department of Communication
Director, Center for Middle East Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Kellie Fruehling
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Houses into Homes Letter
Zoe Smith <zosmi24@icstudents.org>
Monday, November 4, 2019 7:25 AM
Council
Please Support Houses into Homes
Late Handouts Distributed
(Date)
This is a student email account managed by the Iowa City Community School District.
Dear City Council Members,
My name is Zoe Smith and I live in Iowa City, I also attend Northwest Junior High
as an 8th grader. I have been helping with the organization Houses into Homes since
the beginning and I can confidently say that I could not think of a better organization
worthy of your support. A furnished home makes a big difference in people's lives,
imagine having to sleep on the floor with no mattress. Well, this awesome organization
is trying to change that so all families can have access to a bed and a furnished home,
something that most of us take for granted. I have seen the difference it makes when
we give people furniture. I urge the council to approve financial support to Houses into
Homes.
Sincerely,
Zoe Smith
Resident of Iowa City
INCITY OE IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org
November 4, 2019
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Item Number: 9.k.
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Greg Shill: Dangerous, possibly unlawful obstruction of wheelchair users and other people [Staff
Response Included]
Kellie Fruehling
From: Greg Shill <gregoryshill@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 6:43 PM
To: Council; Geoff Fruin
Subject: Re: Dangerous, possibly unlawful obstruction of wheelchair users and other people
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Mr. Fruin and Council,
I also noticed you mention working with the UI to "monitor pedestrian behavior."
What will the city and the UI be doing to monitor motorist behavior? State law requires motorists to
yield to pedestrians. How will the Iowa City be ensuring that the law will be followed, and vulnerable
road users protected from motorists, at and near this construction site? I welcome any details on
discussions that may have taken place regarding how to ensure motorist compliance with the law in
light of the dangerous situation created here by the city.
While I recognize that some of the construction is taking place on university property, ultimately the
city has a legal obligation to provide reasonably safe passage on its streets—for all road users, not
only drivers. I don't see any recognition of this in your initial response, so I want to provide an
opportunity to elaborate.
Best regards,
GHS
On Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 06:31:04 PM CDT, Greg Shill <gregoryshill@yahoo.com> wrote:
Mr. Fruin,
Thank you for looking into this. If people walking, biking, and using wheelchairs—a group known as
vulnerable road users—must be temporarily denied access to the ramp for construction purposes,
then I ask that Iowa City do what many other communities do, which is to dedicate a few dozen feet
of a single lane currently used for car traffic to ensuring their safe passage.
At the Burlington/Madison intersection, this proposed change would involve using cones or barriers to
open the curbside westbound lane on Burlington to vulnerable road users for the 50 feet or so until
the fencing stops, and then add a temporary ADA -accessible ramp there so that we can get safely to
the sidewalk. A temporary hard material, such as wood, metal, or plastic, may be needed to bridge
the distance between the curb and the sidewalk, but this should be straightforward and low-cost. A
few cones may also be necessary on the curbside southbound lane on Madison to prevent motorists
from encroaching on this facility, but that is all. Far less costly than settling a single lawsuit from a
collision that occurs at the intersection in its current state.
Has this possibility been discussed? Has counsel provided an assessment of whether the current
condition satisfies the law, or, alternatively, determined that one like what I've discussed above
(which, again, is standard elsewhere) violates applicable law?
It's clear the Council faces a fundamental choice here. The Council declared a climate emergency—
unanimously and forcefully. One difficulty in taking effective action against climate change is the
challenge of changing people's set habits and behavior. But here, we have an easy case. We have
thousands of students and others who already walk, bike, or use wheelchairs to get around every
day. They even do so in the cold weather, and in the snow. If a climate crisis declaration is to have
any meaning, surely it includes making it possible for people who already endure difficult conditions to
travel without driving—driving being the #1 source of greenhouse gas emissions in the US—to
continue to do so, rather than switching to rideshare or driving. The Council must take decisive action
now to ensure that it is safe to travel sustainably between our downtown and hospital, dorms,
classroom buildings, and job centers.
This is also a grave safety risk. One cannot assume that erecting a temporary fence (with
contradictory signage, I would add) solves the problem. As you know, that intersection is wide and
one of the most dangerous in town already—this is why the city is looking at spending over $1 million
to fix it. Until yesterday, a marked crosswalk controlled by a traffic light and monitored by traffic
cameras provided some measure of safety to vulnerable road users crossing Burlington at that
intersection. Now that crossing is closed. However, it's still better in some respects than crossing
Burlington—a dangerous street responsible for a disproportionate share of Iowa City crashes—
without the benefit of a traffic signal. So people will continue to do it. Rather than abandon thousands
of people to an obviously unsafe and impractical maze, Iowa City should plan to protect them. It
should stand up for both safety and sustainable choices and make this corner safe, as consensus
design and traffic management principles embodied in Vision Zero command.
Best regards,
GHS
On Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 04:06:44 PM CDT, Geoff Fruin <geoff-fruin@iowa-city.org> wrote:
Mr. Shill —
The project necessitating the closure of the northwest corner of the Burlington/Madison intersection is a University of Iowa
project involving the rebuilding an underground steam tunnel along with the new Museum of Art. The initial phase of the
project requires construction of underground utilities right at that corner and thus it is required to be closed. As phases
change in the project the closure areas a detours will change accordingly.
Our staff is working with the University to improve current signage for the required detour. ADA accessible passage
around closed walks throughout the passage is required. We will help the UI monitor pedestrian behavior and make
adjustments as best as we can to ensure safe crossings.
Best,
Geoff
From: Greg Shill [mailto:gregoryshill @yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 11:47 PM
To: Council <Council@iowa-city.org>; Geoff Fruin <Geoff-Fruin@iowa-city.org>
Subject: Re: Dangerous, possibly unlawful obstruction of wheelchair users and other people
Thank you. I would be grateful for an update once you've done so.
Greg
On Monday. October 28, 2019, 08:37:32 PM CDT, Geoff Fruin <Geoff-Fruin(a)iowa-city.org> wrote:
Mr. Shill,
Thank you for the email. Our staff will review this situation with the University tomorrow.
Geoff
From: Greg Shill <gregoryshill(@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 3:11 PM
To: Council <Council(a)iowa-city.orq>; Geoff Fruin <Geoff-Fruin(a)-iowa-citv.org>
Subject: Dangerous, possibly unlawful obstruction of wheelchair users and other people
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Dear Members of the City Council and City Manager Geoff Fruin,
As you may recall, in February of this year I wrote with you regarding dangerous conditions for
vulnerable road users on Iowa City's primary east -west artery, Burlington. These were exacerbated
by cold temperatures and snow. Pictures from that communication are attached.
Today I discovered that wheelchair users, pedestrians, and people biking have been barred from
crossing Burlington on the west side of Madison. This is a crucial crossing point because it links
housing and businesses on the south side of Burlington with points on the west side of campus,
including the law school, public health school, art school, hospital, and sports stadiums.
Upon reaching the Burlington/Madison intersection—documented as one of the most dangerous in
Iowa City, especially for vulnerable road users—barricades require people to walk significantly out of
their way in order to gain access to a primary westbound pedestrian route. This creates a dangerous
condition; inevitably, people go around the barricades. Motorists, meanwhile, are not asked to make
any special accommodations. Not only are no lanes closed, but they can sit comfortably in their
heated vehicles while pedestrians are ordered through a maze that delays them longer in the cold
weather. Wheelchair users are most adversely affected. Freezing temperatures and snow are
forecast for the bulk of this week, so in a few days the situation will resemble the February photos
more closely.
You all declared a climate crisis recently. The Mayor appeared at Greta Thunberg's rally to proudly
endorse her goals. Yet the city endangers people when they try to travel in a sustainable way, by
walking, or using their wheelchairs or bikes. In addition to undermining the city's own stated goals,
this may violate the ADA and state and local supplements. It certainly contradicts their purpose.
I ask that these barricades be removed immediately. I also invite any of you to join me in navigating
this intersection on foot. I am happy to meet tomorrow morning to do so.
Best regards,
Gregory Shill
Note: while I am a professor at the University of Iowa College of Law, I write today in my personal
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Donald Baxter: Burlington and Madison pedestrian diversion
Donald Baxter - Burlington and Madison Pedestrian Crossing
Donald Baxter - I know this isn't the law in Iowa City
Kellie Fruehling
From: Donald Baxter <donald.baxter@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 5:50 PM
To: Geoff Fruin; Council
Subject: Burlington and Madison pedestrian diversion
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From: Donald Baxter <donald.baxter@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 9:59 AM
To: Council; Geoff Fruin
Subject: Burlington and Madison Pedestrian Crossing
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Dear City Manager Fruin and City Council Members,
If the City of Iowa City needs guidance as to what acceptable practice is to relocate a sidewalk, that advice is easily
found.
https://www.workzonesafetv.org/training-resources/fhwa wz grant/atssa pedestrian work zones/
But it looks to me like the City has just decided to provide the MOST dangerous accommodations possible and has given
a giant "F you" to the pedestrians on campus and in Iowa City in general.
As for me, i'll just be walking in the street.
Donald Baxter
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From: Donald Baxter <donald.baxter@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 10:52 AM
To: Geoff Fruin; Sarah Walz; Council
Subject: I know this isn't the law in Iowa City...
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...but it should be --and it should also be followed here even if it is not the law
https://www.peds.org/campaigns/sidewalk-maintenance/closed-sidewalks-in-construction-zones-2/
Donald Baxter
Donald Baxter
316 Ridgeview Avenue
University Heights, Iowa 52246
319/337-0494
INCITY OE IOWA CITY
www.icgov.org
November 4, 2019
ATTACHMENTS:
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Martha Norbeck: Density matters
Item Number: 9.m.
Kellie Fruehling
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Please refer to attached letter.
Martha Norbeck <martha_norbeck@hotmail.com>
Thursday, October 31, 2019 12:55 PM
Council
Density matters
Density Matters_Norbeck.pdf
October 31, 2019
Dear Council Members,
At the last council meeting, a question was raised regarding the environmental impact of living in the urban core
verses living downtown.
A quick literature search indicates the conclusion that the per captia carbon footprint of an urban dweller to be
smaller than a suburban resident. This academic study found urban Chicago residents to have a 25% lower per
capita Carbon footprint compared to their suburban counterparts. This studied evaluated the carbon impacts of
operating vehicles, buildings, and infrastructure. (Life -Cycle Energy Implications of Downtown High -Rise vs. Suburban Low -Rise
Living: An Overview and Quantitative Case Study for Chicago)
Fewer studies have been done in smaller cities, but let's apply some intuition. You don't need a study to
understand that more resources are required to build and service homes on large lots compare to smaller
homes on smaller lots. Home size almost always increases with lot size.
From the city's perspective large lots cost more money per household to service; houses are farther apart; yards
and homes are bigger. Think about: water, sewer, snow clearing, street cleaning, road maintenance,
trash/recycling/yardwaste pick-up, fire and police service. Garbage trucks get 3 mpg.
So yes, density does matter —for carbon emissions and for the city's budget.
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In recognition of the environmental impacts of larger homes on larger lots, LEED for Homes awards points to
more dense developments. LEED-H penalizes larger homes and offers up to 10 bonus points for smaller homes.
Home size matters.
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Iowa City will continue to grow. How we grow matters. This is a very cursory overview of the impacts of
planning decisions on emissions. I encourage Council members and City staff to delve deeper into this topic.
Sincerely,
Martha Norbeck
906S.7 1h Ave.
Iowa City, IA 52240
Kellie Fruehling
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To whom it may concern,
peads@deeryford.com
Thursday, October 31, 2019 11:00 PM
Council
Houses into Homes / Salina McCarty
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I wanted to personally reach out and share my experience with the organization Houses into Homes and their Co -
Director, Salina McCarty. First, I would like to state that I have known Salina for almost ten years and she constantly
amazes me how she gives back to our wonderful community with both her time and efforts. From a pure character
standpoint I can not begin to tell you what an incredible person she is, from both a professional and personal
standpoint. Her husband works with me here at the dealership so I am fortunate to see on a firsthand basis the type of
person she is, a person that I am proud to call my friend. Salina's integrity is above reproach and that is something that I
truly value in both my personal and professional life.
Second, the organization Houses into Homes is an incredible organization and I did not fully appreciate it until I had the
opportunity to assist on a delivery day. To be very honest/blunt, it is easy to write a check/donate money, but when I
had the opportunity to see the impact this organization has on families and children it truly opened my eyes. This
organization gives families hope that their lives can be better and most importantly it gives their children hope for their
futures.
Please feel free to contact me if I can assist with anything or answer any questions.
Best regards,
Patrick Eads
Patrick J Eads
Owner/President
Deery Brothers Ford Lincoln of Iowa City
2343 Mormon Trek Blvd
Iowa City, IA 52246
319-337-4600
DeeryFord.com
Kellie Fruehlin V
From: Kerrie Buettner <kerriebuettner@gmail.com> Late Handouts Distributed
Sent: Friday, November 1, 2019 1:13 PM
To: Council
Subject: Houses Into Homes statement of support
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I have slept on the floor. I have lived in places with no furniture, dishes, or what most would think of as
essentials. I have always had the resources to change my situation, but without furniture why go home? Does it
even feel like a home. When a place doesn't feel like home it's easier to abandon it. Through Houses into
Homes I have seen single mothers shed tears of joy and thankfulness for beds and dishes. I have seen single
men do the same. This organization is out to help all. Kids not sleeping on the floor should be a goal for every
community. Kids live with the decisions of parents... they have no vote. This is why I have volunteered since
Houses Into Homes first started, and why I donate a house plant to every full furnish. I believe in the power of
encouragement. Families need to know strangers, community members,want them to succeed.
Current Houses Into Homes volunteer
Former Army Captain
Current Small Business owner: Every Bloomin' Thing
Kerrienne Buettner
Sent from my iPhone
This email is from an external source.
Kellie Fruehling
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Lenkaitis, Charlotte E <charlotte-lenkaitis@uiowa.edu>
Sunday, November 3, 2019 10:24 PM Late Handouts Distributed
Council
Wu, Austin
UISG, GPSG and City Council Joint Meeting
(Date)
In preparation for the joint meeting this coming spring with UISG, GPSG and City Council, I am starting to collect ideas
for potential agenda items. I plan to send out a survey to members of UISG and GPSG in the coming weeks to ask for
ideas. I will make sure to share the survey results from students after they are collected.
In addition to ideas from undergraduate and graduate students, Austin and I also wanted to collaborate with the Council
to gather ideas. What suggestions do you all have for agenda items for the joint meeting in Spring 2020?
I look forward to hearing back!
Thanks,
Charlotte
Charlotte Lenkaitis
The University of Iowa
Global Health Studies & Spanish I Class of 2021
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In light of the commitments made under the Convention on
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applicable, we, Iowa City, will undertake the following to
highlight our commitment to the promotion, protection and
realization of the rights of the child in celebration of the 30th
anniversary of the Convention:
• What? (Please provide one specific and measurable action
that will be taken to implement the Convention.)
• Why? (Please provide the rationale behind the action to be
taken.)
• How? (Please provide information on the steps envisaged,
and resources allocated, to complete this action, such as
through a policy, strategy, program or activities. This
could also include information on how the impact of this
action will be assessed.)
• When? (Please provide a deadline within the next 5 years
for completing this action, e.g. by 2022.)
• Who? (Please provide the name of the department and/or
agency/organization which will take the lead in
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children's organizations.)
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Child health and well-being - Social and medical determinants of health contribute to
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Article 19: Protection from Abuse and Neglect
Article 24: Right to Health and Health Services
Early care and education - Affordable, high-quality child care and preschool.
Article 27: Right to an Adequate Standard of Living
. Family economic success - poverty, free l3 reduced lunch programs.
Article 6: Survival and Development
Article 19: Protection from Abuse and Neglect
Article 27: Right to an Adequate Standard of Living
. Equity and diversity - Opportunities to meet the needs of all children in a multi-ethnic
society.
Article 2: Freedom from Discrimination
Article 8: Right to Preservation of Identity
Article 30: Right to Cultural Identity
. School success
Articles 28 £t 29: Right to Education and Development to Fullest Potential
. Budget and taxes: Public policies that enhance economic opportunity for Iowa's low-income
and working families, while also providing adequate, equitably raised revenue for essential
public services.
Article 3: Best Interest of the Child
Article: State/City Implementation of Rights
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health and nutrition; and services for children with special needs.
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Article 20: Protection of Children Without Family
Article 22: Rights of Refugee Children
Article 23: Rights of Disabled Children
Article 24: Right to Health and Health Services
Article 27: Right to an Adequate Standard of Living
Article 33: Protection from Drug Abuse
. Health equity - Health disparities through an equity lens has particular implications for
early childhood.
Article 2: Freedom from Discrimination
Article 6: Survival and Development
Article 27: Right to an Adequate Standard of Living
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tort to legal help antl for
thadmea There shad
W las of sautes m hep
these aviden become
good members of their
communlaesprison should
aey be ma last Mace.
CONVENTION
ON THE
RIGHTS OF
THE CHILD
Paerds me the mak
peope r 18
aspomele
for bnrglltg up a
col when ft coed nes Not
New any pamn5, anomer aduh
wil Now mrs reaperoseakry and
UM are deal a-grahol ^.
Parents and gwrdarrs Madd
always metier wlrel a host
For am c lid. Governments
Mal help mem where a
chip had both parents, bon of
d shook los radVaraialob
transfer, up me ilk.
Everychildwho
ha25
M, bean placed
somewhere away
from hi -fa their [are,
mourc ion or health -should
haw their situation checked
regularly no lewd a arythmg
is gang wail and it this W
still the best place for the
child to be.
Ghddeanhow 32
the ,on, m be
grote&etl from
Mare wan that a erg
err WNoration. .,
er for ab ad
eretl
If children
ourk. they how
the Fight to
be sate antl
pee farrty.
Children haw tto 39
right to get help
if they have been
an, neglill Veal
badly a affected by war.
m they an get back that
health and dignity.
Children how 17
me rigor to to gat
information form
the Internet, radio, de hroom.
newspapers, books and
other sources. Paul's should
make sure the nformation
they are gemrig is No
raonful. Gmemments
should encourage me media
to snare informalion from
lots of drlierent sources,
Fill Whguages that all children
can understood.
colldrm hew 24
the rght m the
beet health care
possiae, clean water to
drink, healthy food and a
clean and safe mytonment
to Ione in. All aduhs arld
children should hew
Information about how or
may safe antl realNv.
Two, child has the 31
rigm m rest, relax.
Play antl m take
part in whural and tremae
ecambod,
Children raw,
mm 38
a right he
protected during
war. No child under 15 ten
Ion the army or take part
m.1.
EveryChildNalthe 16
hi to unrest,.
The law mutt
pmF¢mc rkrM9
w.w. finery tom¢.
addronnuarmache and
m Nhpmh Win Nor Me)
from arty attack
Every cnidwiMa 23
disability shook
eniw the best
possible lite in waiety,
Gawmmems should remove
all obsaeGes for children
with deatch iss to become
independent and to
paniapam aCYyeN in
tnecommunity.
Chador have da 30
tont m rhe their
com ilii gm ig,
cohere aha regian- abet
nmese ere northeca by
most people r the county
W11ete tn0, by,
Childred who ere 37
accused of breaking
the law should not
he kiged, tortvrad, heated
cruelly, put in "Mint Formal
or put N prison with sound.
Procan should always be
the fast choice and only for
to shortest possible time.
Common prison should
From legal help and be able
to stay in contact with
the" family.
THE UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD
-THE CHILDREN'S VERSION
The United Nature Camarm, nn the fights a the Child a an mportar, agmement by murales who how promised
to Maect Madreo's ni
The Co.. on the Roos a me Chad explore who children are, all mesa torr, and No rellansbaNes of
gmammers. All the rights are connected, may am ea awall, Important ad they canna los taken awe from Mikarn.
Th,tthat .arppol 00"ikil unicef�
by the Commree on
the flights 0 the Chak . dW dgha mann for every child
Children can iod a
a set W groups a
N,ms mna
and mor, ca eet Wan
others, as Ing es tn. does
Nor harm Omer people.
Children who more pt y�.
from their Name 7'2
country m another
country as rafugees
fbaceueo d was nm sae
be mom to stay there)
should get Who and
aote&lan aha haw Ne
same hors as chatlreo
ban in that country.
Children's education 29
should hob them
fully demand their
asom ides, blame and
abilities. It should each
them to understand their
n rights, and m moral
other people 9 ril
atriums and of erences.
It should hold them to lite
posta ay and protect me
emimnment.
Coldren here 36
Ne Fort f60
protected from all
other nrtm a expbrtehorr
mdngtakenad ild,
oft, ear g these ae cot
thiscilically crantlaotl m
this Cameron
These
malars 43-54
malarn
mor
gid! NaNym,
incl United! t Nations-
antheng the commorshe
Child!
an the UNICEF
-ofd other and UNICEF -wed other
organisations walk to make
sure an rd, all all
their dghss