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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-05-27 Info Packet~ i ~~~®~1,~ ~III~ ~ ,~®~~~ -•~.a~.~ CITY OF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET May 27, 2010 JUNE 1 SPECIAL WORK SESSION IP1 Council Meetings and Work Session Agenda IP2 Memoranda from the Interim City Manager and the City Clerk: BoardslCommission - Function, Policies and Gender Balance IP3 Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Community Development and the Community Development Coordinator: "Pre-discussion" of June 14 affordable housing discussion IP4 Summary of Pending Work Session Issues MISCELLANEOUS IP5 Letter from Mayor Hayek to Licensee: Bar entry age IP6 Legislative Session Summary [submitted by the City Manager] IP7 Letter from Ivy Hayward to Mr. Paramjeet Singh: India Cafe harassment complaint IP8 Memorandum from the Director of Public Works and the Director of Planning and Community Development: Update: Flood-related activities IP9 News Release: Applications Being Accepted For Round 2 Of City's New Homes Program IP10 Invitation: Habitat for Humanity Public Officials Build Day -July 16, 2010 IP11 Agenda: Joint Emergency Communications Services Association Policy Board -May 28, 2010 Letter from City Clerk: Certificate of Insufficiency [Distributed at 6/1 Council Meeting] DRAFT MINUTES IP12 Economic Development Committee: April 20, 2010 IP13 Economic Development Committee: May 25, 2010 IP14 Police Citizens Review Board: May 11, 2010 IP15 Human Rights Commission: May 18, 2010 IP16 Public Art Advisory Committee: May 6, 2010 ~ = 1 ~~i~®R7 ~a - ~wr~~~~ CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET -•ti...__ CITY OF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org May 27, 2010 JUNE 1 SPECIAL WORK SESSION IP1 Council Meetings a d Work Session Agenda IP2 Memoranda from the Int rim City Manager and the City Clerk: Board (Commission - Function, Policies and nder Balance IP3 Memorandum from the Direct r of Planning and Community Dev opment and the Community Development Coordinator: "P -discussion" of June 14 affor able housing discussion IP4 Summary of Pending Work Ses 'on Issues MISCELLANEOUS IP5 Letter from Mayor Hayek to Licensee: Ba entry age IP6 Legislative Session Summary [submitted the ity Manager] IP7 Letter from Ivy Hayward to Mr. Paramjeet Sing ~ India Cafe harassment complaint IP8 Memorandum from the Director of Public W ks a the Director of Planning and Community Development: Update: Flood-related act' ities IP9 News Release: Applications Being A epted For Ro nd 2 Of City's New Homes Program IP10 Invitation: Habitat for Humanity P lic Officials Build y -July 16, 2010 IP11 Agenda: Joint Emergency Co unications Services Ass ciation Policy Board -May 28, 2010 DRAFT MINUTES IP12 Economic Develop nt Committee: April 20, 2010 IP13 Economic Devel ment Committee: May 25, 2010 IP14 Police Citizen Review Board: May 11, 2010 IP15 Human Ri is Commission: May 18, 2010 IP16 Public,drt Advisory Committee: May 6, 2010 ~ = i 05-27-10 :,:.®~,~ ,,,,,~_ City Council Meeting Schedule and CITY OF IOWA CITY Work Session Agendas May 27, 20,0 www.icgov.org • MONDAY, MAY 31 Memorial Day Holiday -City Offices Closed • TUESDAY, JUNE 1 Emma J. Harvat Hall 5:30p Special Work Session • Planning and Zoning Items "b,c,d,g,h" ^ Moss Green Urban Village Development Agreement (agenda #13] Snacks Provided Agenda Items • Boards/Commissions-Function, Policies and Gender Balance [IP#2] • Affordable Housing Discussion Issues (IP#3] ^ Information Packet Discussion May 13,20,27] • Council Time • Budget Priorities ^ Summary of Pending Work Session Issues (IP4] ^ Upcoming Community Events/Council Invitations ^ Discussion of Meeting Schedules 7:OOp Regular Formal (Continue Work Session if necessary) • FRIDAY, JUNE 4 Emma J. Harvat Hall 8:OOa Special Work Session -City Manager Search TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE • MONDAY, JUNE 14 Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:30p Regular Work Session • TUESDAY, JUNE 15 Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:OOp Regular Formal Council Meeting • WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30 North Liberty 4:OOp Joint Meeting • MONDAY, JULY 5 Independence Day Holiday -City Offices Closed • MONDAY, JULY 12 Emma J. Harvat Hall TBD Special Work Session 7:OOp Special Formal Council Meeting (Continue Work Session if necessary) ~ - i ®~r~, City Council Meeting Schedule and CITY OF IOWA CITY Work Session Agendas May 27, 2010 www.icgov.org • MONDAY, AUGUST 16 Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:30p Regular Work Session • TUESDAY, AUGUST 17 7:OOp Regular Formal Council Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall • MONDAY, AUGUST 30 6:30p Special Work Session • TUESDAY, AUGUST 31 7:OOp Special Formal Council Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall Emma J. Harvat Hall ~~~.®~ ~III~~~ ®,~~ Date: To: From: Re: May 26, 2010 City Council CITY O F IOWA CITY ~P2 MEMORANDUM Dale Helling, Interim City Manager ~C Work Session Item: Boards/Commissions -Function, Policies and Ge r Balance The above referenced topic is on your June 1 work session agenda for discussion. Materials in your packet from the City Clerk address the "gender balance" requirements under the new State law and provide information for your discussion. The issue of "policies" stems from complaints about a speaker allegedly making anti-Semitic remarks at a public speaking event co-sponsored by the Human Rights Commission. That issue was discussed further by the Human Rights Commission at its meeting on May 18, 2010. Included in your work session materials is a draft of the minutes of that meeting with an attached transcript of the portion of the meeting wherein the issue was discussed, as well as a copy of the by-laws of the Human RightsCommission. With regard to the question of "function", Council recently directed that this be placed on a work session agenda for discussion. You have eleven boards/commissions mandated by the State and nine created by Council prerogative. These are listed in the materials in your packet from the City Clerk. It is my understanding that you intended to have this time scheduled for preliminary discussion, and ultimately determination of whether or not there are specific boards/commissions that you might want to look at more closely in terms of functionality, with an eye toward possibly reducing their total number, most likely through combining two or more of them into one body. Please let me know if you have any questions prior to your work session on June 1. cc. City Clerk City Attorney Human Rights Coordinator ~~®,~ CITY OF IOWA CITY ~ ~~~~~~~ ~~,~~ RA ~ D ~ M ~ E~C~ Date: May 13, 2010 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk ~~ Re: Gender Balance on City Boards and Commissions Effective January 1, 2012 Section 69.16A of the Iowa Code requires gender balance on those City Boards and Commissions established by state law unless the City has made a good faith effort to appoint a qualified person for a period of three months. A list of all City Boards and Commissions is attached showing those that are required or governed by state law and those that are not. (Attachment A). Council has expressed a desire to talk about the procedure and implement it sooner than the required date to utilize current vacancies and enhance the gender balance ahead of the effective date of the statute. With that in mind staff has revised the current application to include gender information, educate citizens about the legislation, and utilize a new voluntary survey approved by the Human Rights Commission (Attachment B). The new law prohibits an appointment that would not accomplish gender balance unless the City has been unable to make a compliant appointment after 3 months of attempting to appoint a qualified applicant. For instance, if a Board consists of 5 members, (4 males and 1 female) and a male resigned or a term expired, that term should be filled with a female. After thirty days an application is received by a male. The appointment would remain unfilled for an additional 30 days and so on. Only after three months without a qualified female applicant could the male appointment be made. Staff has also discussed the procedure and process to provide the necessary information to you and the citizens. All applications would be forwarded to you in your meeting packet with a cover sheet similar to what you now receive (Attachment C). The cover sheet would now show a "gender balance requirement" and when the good faith three month period lapses. That information is helpful not only for Council but staff and citizens as well. The sample shows the potential timeline should a qualified male application not be received within the three month requirement. Because of the number of City Boards and Commissions, the various deadlines, and staggered terms, staff is recommending that whatever procedure is used be consistent for all City Boards and Commissions. Both the City Attorney and I will be available at your work session to discuss this procedure and obtain further direction from you. Attachments: A -City Board and Commission list B -Draft application C -Sample appointment cover sheet U:genderbalancebds.doc ATTACHMENT A REQUIRED BYSTATE NOT REQUIRED BYSTATE Airport Commission Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment Airport Zoning Commission Assessor's Examining Board Board of Adjustment Board of Review Civil Service Commission Historic Preservation Commission Human Rights Commission Library Board of Trustees Board of Appeals Charter Review Commission Housing & Community Development Parks & Recreation Commission Police Citizens Review Board Public Art Advisory Committee Senior Center Commission Telecommunications Commission Youth Advisory Commission Planning & Zoning Commission City of Iowa City ATTACHMENT B Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Application Form Information Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions/Committees play an important role in advising the Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside in Iowa City. After a vacancy has been announced and advertised, the Council reviews all applications during a work session. The appointment is made at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers. This form may be filled out manually (please use a black ink pen), typewritten, or electronically (PDF). All applications must be signed and returned to the City Clerk, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa 52240. POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Please identify any potential conflicts between membership on the advisory board and your personal interests, including financial interests and your duties to an employer. In particular, if you are applying to be a member of a board or commission which makes recommendations to the City Council about the allocation of City funds, please list any present affiliations you have with agencies that apply for funding from the City. "Affiliation" includes being a board member or employee of the agency. Other types of affiliations must be examined on a case by case basis by the City Attorney's office. You should also know that Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see page 6). If you are uncertain whether a potential conflict of interest exists or have questions about Section 362.5 of The Code of Iowa, please contact the City Attorney's office at 356-5030. GENDER BALANCE Effective January 1, 2012 Section 69.16A of the Iowa Code requires gender balance on those City Boards and Commissions required or governed by state law unless the City has made a good faith effort to appoint a qualified person for a period of three months. The City Council of Iowa City has initiated the process of gender balance ahead of the state requirement; and has applied the process to all City Boards and Commissions. Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. General Application Page 1 of $ May 2010 City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Application Form ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ THISAPPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THE PUBLIC, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE LAST PAGE MARKED "CONFIDENTIAL." THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THREE MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME. Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Name Term Youth Advisory Commission (shall not be more than 18 years of age at the time of application) Name of Iowa City High School or high school equivalent: Signature of parent/guardian: NAME HOME ADDRESS Is your home address (listed above) within the corporate limits of Iowa City? How long have you been a resident of Iowa City? OCCUPATION PHONE NUMBER: HOME EMPLOYER BUSINESS Yes ^ No^ Gender: Male ~ Female ~ CV~COICAIf`C n~inmQ e~TiviTiFC wHicH Ynu FEEL QUALIFY YOU FOR THIS POSITION: WHAT IS YOUR PRESENT KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ADVISORY BOARD? wiser rntiTRiRi iTinNS nn vnu FEEt_ YOU CAN MAKE TO THIS ADVISORY BOARD (REASVN FvR ANrLYirv~f-r LIST POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST: (See page 1 for information regarding Conflict of Interest) IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED, DO YOU WANT TO BE NOTIFIED? Yes ^ No ^ DO YOU CURRENTLY SERVE ON ANOTHER IOWA CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION? Yes ^ No ^ n+ nay haan council nolicv not to permit an individual to serve on two Boards or Commissions at the same time.) Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. General Application Y[L~'C G Vl ~ May 2010 City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Application Form ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEES BUSINESS LISTING Name of City Board/Commission/Committee Name Date Section 362.5 of the Code of Iowa generally prohibits, with certain important exceptions, a member of a city Board or Commission from having an interest in a city contract. A copy of Section 362.5 is attached (see paged ). List all businesses in which you, your spouse, or parent if Youth Advisory Commission applicant, have an ownership interest (for example, sole proprietor, partner, 5% or more of corporation's stockholdings). Please indicate if there are none. BUSINESS NAME BUSINESS ADDRESS NOTE: A new form must be completed if the above information changes or an ownership interest is acquired in an additional business. Applicant Signature Signature of parent/guardian (Youth Advisory Commission only): Address Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. General Application Page 3 of May 2010 City of Iowa City Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Application Form ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONFIDENTIAL To be viewed by City Council only and limited staff at Council discretion. Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Name: Name Have you been convicted of a crime other than a simple traffic misdemeanor in the last ten (10) years? (conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment) YES ^ NO ^ If yes, please explain and include the type of offense and the place and date of conviction. Will this conviction or the circumstances leading to the conviction affect your ability to perform the duties of a member of the Board or Commission? YES ^ NO ^ NOT APPLICABLE ^ Please complete all fields, print, and submit pages 2-4 to the City Clerk's Office. You may keep pages 5-8 for your files. Applicant Signature (Youth Advisory Commission only) Signature of parent/guardian Date Date Misrepresentations on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. If you fail to answer all the questions, Council may not consider your application. General Application Page 4 of g May 2010 VOLUNTARY SURVEY FOR IOWA CITY STATISTICS ONLY Data Record The purpose of this Data Record is to allow the City of Iowa City to track the demographics of residents who apply for appointments on City Boards and Commissions. The completion of the Data Record is optional. All Data Records are kept anonymous and are not part of your application. Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY APPOINTMENT DECISION. Date ~~ Age Gender Sexual Orientation Religion Disability National Origin Income Race, Color, or Ethnicity I In order to assist our recruitment process, please select below how you became aware of this Board/Commission vacancy: ^ Advertisement Name of Publication d City Employee ^ Clerk's Office ^ Internet Name of Website ^ Other W \CIVRIGHil6oard-Comm'ssionApp w footriote.doc I c<.5e `~ of 8 M17i09 ~~~.®w'P ~III~~~ CITY OF IOWA CITY Please retain this page for your files. The City Council receives your application the Thursday prior to the appointment. You are encouraged to contact Council Members before the appointment is made. Names and phone numbers are below. (All correspondence to Council is public record) MEMBERS TERM TERM BEGINS EXPIRES Regenia Bailey (District C) January 2 January 2 430 Church Street 52245 2008 2012 Res: 351-2068 Connie Champion (District B) January 2 January 2 430 S. Summit Street 52240 2010 2014 Res: 337-6608 Terry Dickens (At-Large) January 2 January 2 1655 N. Dodge Street 52245 2010 2014 Res: 338-2360 Matt Hayek (At-Large) Mayor January 2 January 2 14 Heather Drive 52245 2008 2012 Res: 321-6598 Susan Mims (At-Large) January 2 January 2 1173 Oakes Drive 52245 2010 2014 Res: 351-4216 Ross Wilburn (District A) Mayor Pro Tem January 2 January 2 1917 Taylor Drive 52240 2008 2012 Res: 358-6374 Michael Wright (At-Large) January 2 January 2 225 N. Lucas Street 52245 2008 2012 Res: 621-7764 General Application May 2010 Page 6 of 8 Please retain this page for your files. 362.5 Interest in public contract prohibited -exceptions. When used in this section, "contract" means any claim, account, or demand against or agreement with a city, express or implied. A city officer or employee shall not have an interest, direct or indirect, in any contract or job of work or material or the profits thereof or services to be furnished or performed for the officer's or employees city. A contract entered into in violation of this section is void. The provisions of this section do not apply to: 1. The payment of lawful compensation of a city officer or employee holding more than one city office orposition, the holding of which is not incompatible with another public office or is not prohibited by law. 2. The designation of a bank or trust company as a depository, paying agent, or for investment of funds. 3. An employee of a bank. or trust company, who serves as treasurer of a city. 4. Contracts made by a city, upon. competitive bid in writing, publicly invited anal opened. 5. Contracts in which a city officer or employee has an interest solely by reason of employment, or a stock interest of the kind described in subsection 9, or both, if the contracts are made by competitive bid in writing, publicly invited and opened, or if the remuneration of employment will not be directly affected as a result of the contract and the duties of employment do not directly involve the procurement or preparation of any part of the contract. T'l1e competitive bid qualification of this subsection does not apply to a contract for professional services not customarily awarded by competitive bid. 6. The designation of an official newspaper. 7. A contract in which a city officer or employee has an interest if the contract was made before the time the officer or employee was elected or appointed, but the contract may not be renewed. 8. Contracts with volunteer fire fighters or civil defense volunteers. 9. A contract with a corporation in which a city officer or employee has an interest by reason of stockholdings when less than five percent of the outstanding stock of the corporation is owned or controlled directly or indirectly by the officer or employee or the spouse or immediate family of such officer or employee. ] 0. Contracts not otherwise permitted by this section, for the purchase of goods or services by a city having a population of more than two thousand five hundred, which benefit a city officer or employee, if the purchases benefiting that officer or employee do not exceed a cumulative total purchase price of one thousand five hundred dollars in a fiscal year. 11. Contracts not otherwise permitted by this section for the purchase of goods or services by a city having a population of two thousand five hundred or less, which. benefit a city officer or employee, if the purchases benefiting that officer or employee do not exceed a cumulative total purchase price of two thousand five hundred dollars in a fiscal year. 12. Franchise agreements between a city and a utility and contracts entered into by a city for the provision of essential city utility services. 13. A contract that is a bond, note, or other obligation of the city and the contract is not acquired directly from the city, but is acquired in a transaction with a third party who may or may not be the original underwriter, purchaser, or obligee of the contract. General Application M~~_ 2010 Page 7 of 8 Please retain this page for your files. If you have questions or would like additional information regarding a Board or Commission, please call the staff contact or visit our web site at www.ic og, v.com. R~arrl R~ (~~mmission Staff Contacts 1) ADJUSTMENT, BOARD OF Sarah Walz, Associate Planner 356-5239 -PCD AIRPORT COMMISSION /AIRPORT ZONING BRD OF ADJUSTMENT ichael Tharp, Airport Operations Specialist 356-5045 -Airport 3) APPEALS, BOARD OF Tim Hennes, Sr Building Inspector 356-5122 -HIS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION aren Jennings, Personnel Administrator 356-5025 -Personnel 5) HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION hristina Kuecker, Associate Planner 356-5243 -PCD 6) HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION racy Hightshoe, Community Development Planner 356-5244 -PCD 7) HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Stefanie Bowers, Human Rights Coordinator 356-5022 -Human Rights 8) LIBRARY, BOARD OF TRUSTEES Susan Craig, Library Director 356-5200 -Library 9) PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ike Moran, Parks & Recreation Director 356-5110 - P&R 10) PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION obert Miklo, Sr Planner 356-5240 -PCD 11) POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD ellie Tuttle or Marian Karr 356-5041 -City Clerk 12) PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE Marcia Bollinger, Neighborhood Services Coordinator 356-5237 -PCD 13) REVIEW, BOARD OF ennis Baldridge 356-6066 14) SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION Linda Kopping, Senior Center Coordinator 356-5225 -Senior Center 15) TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Bob Hardy, Cable Television Administrator 356-5047 -Cable TV 16) YOUTH ADVISORY COMMISSION Marian Karr, City Clerk 356-5041 General Application May 2010 Page 8 of 8 ATTACHMENT C SAMPLE Spouses and relatives of City Council Members and members of comparable County Boards and certain Commissions are not eligible for appointment to City Boards and Commissions. This includes: spouse, child, mother, father, mother- in- law, father- in- law, brother, sister, brother- in- law, sister- in- law, step-father, step-mother, step-child, aunt, or uncle. (Resolution 85-354) Males: 4 Females: 6 Council Announcement Date: June 1, 2010 Application Deadline: Wednesday, 5:00 p.m., July 7, 2010 Council Appointment Date: July 12, 2010 After 8/31/10 (3 mo from the announcement date) Council may appoint any qualified applicant without regard to gender. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION One Vacancy -Unexpired Term Ending March 29, 2011 (1) At-Large Representative (Lindsay Bunting Eubanks resigned) Gender Balance Requirement: 1 Male Jane Smith ~ 410 E Washington ~ Denotes applicant completed the Confidential page of the application. MINUTES HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION May 18, 2010 -18:00 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL PRELIMINARY Members Present: Dell Briggs, Wangui Gathua, Fernando Mena-Carrasco, Martha Lubaroff, Dianne Day, Connie Cuttell, Corey Stoglin. Members Absent: Howard Cowen, Yolanda Spears. Staff Present: Stefanie Bowers. Others Present: Esaie Toingar, Jeff Portman, MacKenzie Elmer, James Eaves-Johnson, Nick Stuber. RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council action): None. CALL TO ORDER Chair Briggs called the meeting to order at 6:02. PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA: No. CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE April 20, 2010 MEETING: Stoglin, moved to approve. Carrasco seconded. The motion passed 5-0. (Day and Cuttell were not present for the vote) PEACE IN PALESTINE PROGRAM See attachment. DOCUMENTARY WRITER PRESENTATION Esaie Tonigar presented to the Commission on his documentary. The documentary looks at persons particularly from Africa who have just arrived in Eastern Iowa. Tonigar described the film as a bridge to assist those new to the area on such things as local custom and culture as well as assisting Eastern Iowans on the customs and cultures of others. Commissioners Lubaroff, Gathua and Carrasco will review the film and discuss at their next scheduled meeting in June. IOWA CITY PRIDE Commissioners due to their summer schedules declined to participate as a vendor but will send materials to be distributed at the event on June 20tH CORALVILLE 4th FEST PARADE Commissioners Day and Lubaroff will participate on behalf of the Commission. HUMAN RIGHTS BREAKFAST Bowers reported the date of the Breakfast for 2010 is currently being selected and advised Commissioners to email her names of potential key note speakers for the Breakfast. SPEAKER'S BUREAU Stubor let Commissioners know that his AmeriCorps VISTA term will be ending soon and that a replacement has been selected who he will introduce to Commission staff before he departs. Commissioners Briggs, Lubaroff, Day and Carrasco will meet to discuss the Bureau and report back to the entire Commission at their next scheduled meeting in June. Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 2 of 7 SUBCOMMITTEE UPDATES Lubaroff reported that her Spears and Carrasco are still working on planning a program on bullying in schools. Stoglin gave an update on a program he Briggs and Cowen are working on re: civilians and the police. Day gave updates on the status of the immigration panel her, Cuttell and Gathua are planning. YOUTH AWARDS Commissioners remarked at how well the program went and how well it was received by the community. DIVERSITY DIALOGUE CIRCLES Bowers will hold a meeting next week concerning this program. She hopes to get a few Circles lined up for the summer and fall. CIVIL SOCIETY Day reported the Conference went well. However, the Conference did not have a high turn out. She hopes next year turn out will be better. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Day reported that the Senior Center will be hosting a program on Sanctuary Cities in June. ADJOURNMENT Day moved to adjourn. Lubaroff seconded. The motion passed 6-0 at 19:15. (Stoglin not present for vote) Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 3 of 7 Human Rights Commission ATTENDANCE RECORD 2010 (Meetina Date) NAME TERM EXP. 1/19 2/16 3/16 4120 5/18 6/15 7120 8/17 9/21 10/19 11116 12/21 Dell Briggs 1/1/11 X X O/E X X Yolanda Spears 1/1111 X O/E X X O/E Corey Stoglin 1/1/11 O/E O/E X O/E X Dianne Day 1/1/12 X X X O/E X Wangui Gathua 1/1/12 X O/E O/E X X Martha Lubaroff 1/1/12 X X X X X Howard Cowen 111113 X X X X O/E Constance Goeb- Cuttell 1/1/13 X O/E X X X Fernando Mena- Carrasco 1/1/13 X X O/E X X KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = AbsentlExcused NM = No meeting/No Quorum R =Resigned - = Not a Member Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 4 of 7 Peace in Palestine Program Jeff Portman: Two of us are here. We had written a letter, Gerry Sorokin and I questioning the reason why the Iowa City Human Rights Commission would bring in Mark Braverman a couple of weeks ago. The letter I think may be ,received that letter? Jeff Portman: a few points that we were checked by. One is we weren't quite sure why the Iowa City Human Rights Counsel wants to bring in people to talk about events which are not happening in Iowa City. The Iowa City Human Rights Commission and why we're getting involved in and has no direct relevance to Iowa City or to the people. Secondly, we're wondering if you are bringing people in what is the um, how do you go about selecting those individuals. Gerry and I have a long history in the Palestine political issues. We use speakers and neither of us was apprised of this person coming in, or were asked whether we thought this person should come in or not. Not that the Iowa City Human Rights Commission has a responsibility to do so, but you would think that a person bringing up this kind of program would be of interest to members outside the Palestine Student organization as co-sponsors and that the Jewish community might want to have some say in who you brought in. Third this is the second person that brought in about Israel Palestine, very anti-Israel. Out of any of the speakers that the Iowa City Human Rights Commission brought in, _ balanced view of what's going on there. Just by chance a week before this person came in Hillel and the Synagogue brought in a speaker about that issue, who gave a much more balanced point of view in which both sides would come together. Obviously we're not going to agree with this person he was so one-sided that no one in the Jewish Community would ever think of bringing someone like this out. So why do use the most American Jews _. I just question why the Iowa City Human Rights Commission wants this type of thing. Why isn't anybody in the Jewish community consulted about this type of thing? Why would, why isn't anybody in the Jewish community consulted about this? why bring such a radical point of view? Dell Briggs: Any comment? Corey Stoglin: I guess I just came from out of town today from work, so what are your credentials that would make you guys be the ones for us to... Jeff Portman: I'm the Rabbi of the Synagogue and Gerry is the Director of the Hillel Foundation, two Jewish institutions in Iowa City. James Eaves-Johnson: And I'm not Gerry. Just to James Eaves-Johnson: Can I say? Dell Briggs: Sure James Eaves-Johnson: I went to the event and it was um it was pretty bad. In addition to being obviously hostile to Israel, this gentleman presented as like a Jew who knows what Jews are really like. Um and he said a lot of things that were, well I'll let you judge how bad they were. He explained that basically Jews were idolatries by saying that when we go to the synagogue we pray to the flag of Israel and the ideology of Zionism. He routinely refers to Jews and Israelis as being, having ugly racist views. He talks about the typical Israeli view being based on fear, hatred and racism. Um as it relates to how Jews see Christians he talks about how Jews are told that Christians only want to kill or convert Jews, and he's not sure which one is worse. Um he, again going into the Christian Jewish relationship he says that Jews are taught that Jesus is a bad guy, even though in fact he says that Jesus was the greatest prophet. He tells Christians that they need to get over being accused of anti- Semitism. That they can't be enablers of Israel, like those who enable alcoholics with alcohol. Ah he says that the great thing about Christianity is that abolish the old order, and that its "too bad Jews couldn't go along with it." He describes the differences between Jews and Christians as being based on the commitment to the tribe verses a commitment to humanity. Um and just in case you wonder if you think any kind of co-existence can happen Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 5 of 7 between Jews and Christians, or whether or not these views might sour a relation with Jews he warns Christians that "in pursuing justice," excuse me. He warns Christians that "pursuing justice, relationships with `the Rabbi down the street but other Jews may be in jeopardy."' Um and then he just goes into some verily stereotypical points of view. He says that politics are always going to be tricky because of the power of the lobby. That significant political contributions come from the lobby and that's why American Presidents have had to get up and say nice things about Israel. He talks about how the media is pro-Israel and hostile and specifically mentions the editor of the Washington Posf, who he simply describes as a Jewish guy. He doesn't say his name, doesn't give any other reason for why he's ,just that he's Jewish. Um and once he goes on this rant he finally acknowledges that he knows that it sounds anti-Semitic to say that "Jews have all the money," that they "control the press." That ah its anti-Semitic to talk about "money Jewish interest." Um but he says that he says those things because it is true. To me its just appalling that somebody who would say those kinds of things, especially in a place where there are so few Jews. Iowa City there are some Jews here, but there aren't a lot. Um I just don't know how it can be perceived as anything other than anti-Jewish incitement, and obviously the Human Rights Commission if anything should be on the other side of a speaker like this, not supporting him or defending him. And that's all I have to say. Dell Briggs: Any comments from anybody on the Commission? Dianne Day: I'm sorry I came in towards the end of that and missed the first part of your comments, but I've been reading the letter that was in the packet. I know that you were concerned. I think that, I don't know if anyone else has said anything. My personal view as far as obligations of the HR Commission are to educate the people of Iowa City, not to take a stand one way or the other on any issues, and that there are more than one or two or three opinions or resolutions or whatever you want to call it that I felt were fulfilling our responsibilities as the HR Commission to bring up various points of view. You mentioned in your letter that you had aspeaker - Gershon Baskin and I did go to that. For instance if you had possibly notified us of that event, we would have most certainly considered and probably would have sponsored that event to help promote a lighter um, wider publicity of that event because I thought he was very good. So I'm not sure I'm speaking mainly from my point of view in that I was the one who did ask the Commission to sponsor this event along with the Senior Center, that the Senior Center was approached to hold an afternoon meeting, and we agreed to host it. Then I thought this might be appropriate if the HR Commission wanted to go along with it, and I read them the bio and that was a long meeting. So that was at the end of a very long meeting, but um that's the process. So I don't think that there was any merit in saying that the HR Commission, that we were pushed or shoved or hoodwinked um. It was our obligation to promote different points of view and that's my viewpoint. Dell Briggs: I think that we'll agree with that, that it is the Commission's position to try to educate people in the community of different views. Ah a lot of times those are going to be controversial, but you know they do provide different sides and different points of view. It's all educational and as Diane said if we had known about yours, then we probably would have had members attend that, and also would have been willing to probably sponsor along with that too. Um and its never the intentions of the Commission to direct anything at any one particular group in a harmful way. That's never the way of the Commission, so we try to as best as we can to educate people on different views so that they can all see what's right, what's wrong, and help make educated decisions about things that are going on. As far as it being an issue that's abroad, I would say probably things that are abroad effect people right here in the local areas also. So ah obviously if you guys are bringing in people to talk about the same subject matter, then of course it is a local issue. So from that standpoint I don't know what the Commission can do, you know as far as future decisions on what is going to happen or what they're going to sponsor or whatever, but I can tell you this, it is never an intent for this Commission to target or harm anyone. It is strictly here to educate the community as issues that are going on, whether they be national or local. Wangui Gathua: To add to that when we are planning sponsorship it's discussed publicly and at length and even the event is advertised at length. And everyone and all stakeholders are invited to participate and to express even their feelings and the way they see, and even the speakers. Its not, its publicized as much as we can. Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 6 of 7 Jeff Portman: I just want to make a short response; this person here is so out of line as an anti-Semantic. I don't think the Commission wants to sponsor a known anti-Semite. I think people if they're going to sponsor someone, that's what you're going to do you should do a little more research, dig a little bit about what this guy has said. This guy is not a member of normative experience of the Jewish Palestinian speakers. He's so far off to be anti- Semitic and that is not the type of speaker you would bring in. Connie Cuttell: We made a comment that sponsorship doesn't mean agreement or support. Jeff Portman: If you had known he was anti-Semitic you probably wouldn't have supported him. Connie Cuttell: Well and I did attend the speaker, I did attend and I don't pretend to be an expert in either ah, but ah I thought it was reasonable received by people. Jeff Portman: Did you hear what he said? Connie Cuttell: At the speech? James Eaves-Johnson: I mean he said things like Jews only go the synagogue to pray to the flag of Israel and ideology of Zionism. He said things like um you know religious differences between Jews and Christians are based on commitment to tribe versus commitment to humanity. Um that he says things like Jews, you know the reason why it sounds like he's saying that Jews have all the money and control the press, and why he talks about money Jewish interests and major Jewish organizations bullying people because its true. Those aren't comments about Israel or the conflict over there. Those are comments about Jews. Connie Cuttell: And again, I would just say that I don't think our sponsorship means that we agree with everything that was said, but we're trying to get out different viewpoints. Martha Lubaroff: I'd just like to make one comment. Connie Cuttell: I don't recall that particular comment Martha Lubaroff: I remember when at the end of a very long meeting Diane asked us to be a co-sponsor and I raised my hand. Had I known more about this guy and had I been presented with more information about him, I probably would have spoken up against it. I think that we get asked to co-sponsor a lot of programs and I think we just can't rubber stamp it when somebody comes to us. I think if we haven't learned anything we ought to learn that we need to do research, and I don't agree with you Connie. I think that if our name is on it as a co- sponsor Ithink that implies support from us. So the only thing I would say to the Commission is when we get asked to co-sponsor a program, that we dig a little deeper into what the program is, the speaker, that's just my feeling. Corey Stoglin: Alright um ---- Dell Briggs: We're going to give this five more minutes and then we have to move on. Corey Stoglin: Um I don't think any program we've done we've said we are 100% behind any speaker here. I think that's pretty much always been a given ever since I've been on the Commission, and we're just there to provide the venue for these people to speak. Um I don't think that ah we would consult with anyone, like if you wanted to bring those opinions we shouldn't have to go through a vetting process with any organization in this community if we wanted to bring someone here. I mean ah that's one of the things I gathered from what you first said that we weren't consulted or something like that. That's going to make, that'd be like for housing discrimination we had to consult with the banks or lender, so that kind of was one of the things I got when you first made that comment. Um and this is the flagship of university of the state, so we're not just citizens of Iowa City. Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 7 of 7 We're citizens of the world you know. I went to the University of Iowa and a lot of my friends have been all over the world, and we're not taking a side in just by offering a chance for this venue to come out. So ah. Jeff Portman: So if I put my stamp a person talking about the justice of Hitler. I'm not sponsoring him. I'm not saying its okay. I'm ,that's what the HR Commission; they put their name on organized speaker. They're saying that yeah we should give this guy, we should listen to his guy, he has something worthwhile to say. You actually put your name, this guy was going to come anyway. He spoke somewhere on campus he was going to be here anyway but by putting your name on that you're saying, you're giving some legitimization, and this guy didn't deserve legitimization, and that's my tax dollars going to that. That's what t object to. The guy came in is fine. We had nothing to do with that. The only speaker that's their freedom, but the City of Iowa City put their name on it and by giving it that, we gave this guy some legitimization he didn't deserve. Dell Briggs: Okay well I agree with you on certain points that you made and I do think it would be advantageous for all to look further into speakers before we actually ah given those situations that we do actually look further into rather than putting a rubber stamp on it. You know as some people may you know again think that that is what we did, but yeah we can look deeper at different speakers, and ah the board should be a little bit more educated on some of those things when they come around. So from that standpoint I agree with you, but ah I think we do have to wrap this part of it up so we can go on with the meeting. But ah I agree with you on certain points that you made. Jeff Portman: Thank you for your time. ~~-~ 4 4e(5) Prepared by: Marian Karr, City Clerk, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240 (319 356-5041 RESOLUTION N0. 09-10o COPY RESOLUTION APPROVING THE BY-LAWS OF THE IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION. WHEREAS, the by-laws of the Human Rights Commission have not been updated since 1999, and the Ordinances relating to the duties of the Commission changed in 2003; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to adopt by-laws which guide the procedures and actions of the commission; and WHEREAS, the Human Rights Commission recommended unanimously at their November 25, 2008 Commission meeting to approve the amended by-laws; and WHEREAS, the proposed by-laws have been reviewed by the Council Rules Committee, and are recommended for adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, that: The by-laws of the Iowa City Human Rights Commission, attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein, are approved and adopted by the City Council. Passed and approved this 6th day of April , 2009. M ATTEST: /f~ii~:~,„~ CI - LERK ~ppro B 3 -3i-dS City Attorney's Office s/by=laws res.doc Resolution No. Page Z 09-100 COPY It was moved by Hayek and seconded by Correia adopted, and upon roll call there were: the Resolution be AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Bailey ~_ x ~ Champion x Correia X Hayek x O'Donnell X Wilburn x Wright wpdaWglossary/resolution-ic.doc BY-LAWS OF THE IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION .~RTtCLE 1 THE COMMISSION COPY ' in Section A. The name of this organization is the Iowa City Human Rights Commi these By-Laws as the Commission. The Commission is authorized by the City Council of the City of Iowa City through Municipal Ordinance Number 03-4105, effective date December 16, 2003. ARTICLE 2 PURPOSE Section A. As stated in Section 2-1-2 of the City Code. Section B. The purpose of the Commission is to provide for execution within the City of Iowa City, the policies of the Iowa Civil Rights Act of 1965 and the Federal Civil Rights Act. The Commission also promotes cooperation between the City of Iowa City and the State and Federal agencies enforcing these acts. ARTICLE 3 DUTIES Section A. Duties of the Commission shall include: 1) disseminate information, educate the public on illegal discrimination and civil rights, and provide the enforcement necessary to further the goals of Title 2 of the City Code; 2) cooperate within the limits of any appropriations made for its operation, with other agencies or organizations, both public and private, whose purposes are not inconsistent with those of Title 2 of the City Code; 3) plan and conduct programs designed to eliminate racial, religious, cultural and other intergroup tensions; and 4) educate the public on illegal discrimination. ARTICLE 4 MEMBERSHIP Section A. The Iowa City Human Rights Commission shall consist of nine (9) members, appointed by vote of the City Council. All members shall be qualified electors of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and shall serve as such without compensation but shall be entitled to the necessary expenses, including traveling expenses incurred in the discharge of their duties. Section B. Appointments shall take into consideration men and women of the various racial, religious, cultural, social and economic groups in the City. . Section C. Members shall serve for a term of three (3) years and thereafter until a successor has been appointed. Section D. Orientation for members, including functions, duties and responsibilities, shall be conducted by the staff assigned to the Commission. Section. E. Commissioners are expected to attend twelve (12) regularly scheduled monthly meetings during the calendar year. The Chairperson or Human Rights Coordinator shall be notified of an absence prior to any meeting. Section F. Three (3} consecutive, unexplained absences of a member from regular meetings shall result in a recommendation to the City Council from the Commission to discharge said member and appoint a new member. Section D. Commission officers shall set the agenda provided Commissioner suggestions are considered• erection E. A quorum shall consist of five (5) Commissioners. A majority of prese members shall be necessary to pass a motion. The Chairperson shall vote as a me Section F. The rules in the current edition of Roberts Rules of Order Newiy Revised shall govern the Commission in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws and any special rules or order the Commission may adopt. Section G. No formal action shall be taken on items not on the agenda. Section H. Time shall be made available during all regular meetings for public comment on items not on the agenda. Commentators shall address the Commission for no more than 5 minutes. Commissioners shall not engage in discussion with the public concerning said items. Section I. Time shall be made available during all regular meetings for Commissioner reports of items not on the agenda. Commissioners shall not engage in discussion with one another concerning said reports. Section J. The Commission's Secretary and/or designee shall record all activities and statements made at Commission meetings, hereafter known as minutes of the meeting. Alf Commission records shall be public except those excluded pursuant to Iowa Code, Chapter 22; City Code, Section 2-2-4. ARTICLE 7 SUBCOMMITTEES Section A. Formation of subcommittees shall be by majority vote of the Commission in whatever subject area, or whatever number of committees, is deemed necessary. The committee(s) shall consist of no more than four members. ARTICLE 8 AMENDMENTS Section A. The By-Laws can be amended at any regular Commission meeting by a majority vote, provided that the amendment has been submitted in writing to the Commission three (3) days prior to the meeting at which it is to be acted upon and such amendment is not in conflict .with the Human Rights Ordinance, as amended. Section G. Four (4) absences, unexplained absences in a 12 month period shall result in a recommendation to the City Council from the Commission to discharge said member and appoint a new member. ~~~~ Section H. If a position becomes vacant by reason of resigriation or otherwise a nner unexpired term of six months or less, the Council may choose to fill the unexpired t that the appointee shall continue in the position not only through the unexpired term but also through subsequent regular term. ARTICLE 5 OFFICERS Section A. The Commission shall have three (3) officers: Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary. Section B. Officers shall perform the duties set forth in these by-laws. Section C. The Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson shall be elected from the Commission's membership at its regular January meeting for a one (1) year term. Section D. The Secretary shall be selected at the January meeting for a one (1) year term. The Secretary may, but need not be, a Commissioner. Section E. The Commission shall fill vacancies among its officers for the remainder of an unexpired term. Section F. Chairperson. The Chairperson, when present, shall preside at all meetings of the commission, appoint committees, call special meeting and in general, perform all duties incident to the office of the Chairperson and such other duties as may be prescribed by the members from time to time. Section G. Vice-Chairperson. In the absence of the Chairperson or in the event of his/her death or inability or refusal to act, the Vice-Chairperson shall perform the duties of the Chairperson and when so acting shall have afl the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the Chairperson. Section H. Secretary. The Secretary shall be responsible for keeping the official minutes of the Commission, filing the minutes and official documents and such other duties as may be prescribed by the members from time to time. ARTICLE 6 MEETINGS Section A. At least one (1) regular meeting shall be held each month. Section B. The Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, or any three (3) Commissioners may call a special meeting. Section C. Meetings shall be held in an accessible, public meeting place. Notices of meetings (agenda) for all regular and special meetings shall be posted and distributed to members and the media at least 24 hours before any meeting is held. All provisions of the State Open Meeting Law shall be followed. The Chairperson or a designated representative, together with appropriate members of the City staff shall prepare an agenda for all meetings. IP3 ,~~®~ CITY CAF IC~'WA C1T ~E ~, Date: May 26, 2010 To: City Council From: Jeff Davidson, Director of Planning & Community Development ~-~~~~ Steve Long, Community Development Coordinator Re: June 1, 2010 work session; "pre-discussion" of June 14 affordable housing discussion At your June 1 work session we would like to assist you in framing the issues for the affordable housing discussion that is scheduled for your June 14 work session. The necessity for the June 14 meeting is so Council can clarify for City staff and local affordable housing providers your desires regarding the provision of affordable housing in Iowa City, specifically, the location of affordable housing. You discussed the affordable housing issue at your work session on March 1, 2010. To briefly summarize your discussion on March 1: 1. There was not a majority of the City Council in favor of proceeding with preparation of a mandatory inclusionary zoning ordinance for Iowa City. 2. You requested that we forward the final report of the 2005 Scattered Site Taskforce. This was forwarded to you the following week. 3. You instructed us to forward to the JCCOG Affordable Housing Subcommittee the following discussion items: o Are there effective incentives for encouraging affordable housing that are not adopted by ordinance? o Check with similar communities in the United States that have inclusionary zoning ordinances and find out how they have worked. o What is the impact of concentrations of subsidized housing on social service providers? The JCCOG subcommittee was scheduled to discuss these items at their May meeting, but that meeting was not well attended. Their discussion has been rescheduled for June. You have requested a map showing the locations of all publicly subsidized affordable housing in Iowa City including Section 8 vouchers, with the elementary school district boundaries superimposed upon it. This document is more easily read in a larger color format so we will hand out copies at your June 1 meeting. This will allow you two weeks to absorb the information before the discussion on June 14. At either the June 1 or June 14 meeting we can present a summary of City-funded affordable housing programs. This will help frame your discussion. We also believe you should be prepared to address: 1. What exactly are your concerns about the location of affordable housing in Iowa City? Is there a policy position on the location of affordable housing that can be stated by a majority of the City Council? You do have the ability through the Zoning Ordinance to influence where new affordable housing is located. 2. What type of affordable housing is the concern? Owner occupied? Rental? Transitional? Shelter? Hopefully, we can adequately frame your discussion on June 1 so that the June 14 work session is an effective discussion. On June 1 be prepared to let us know any additional resource information you need for the discussion on June 14. cc: Dale Helling Tracy Hightshoe Steve Rackis w/ppdd i rlm em/Afford Hou sing W o rkSession.doc IP4 SUMMARY OF PENDING WORK SESSION ISSUES 5/27/10 Affordable Housing (JUNE 14) Meet with Metropolitan Coalition Lobbyist David Adelman (JUNE 14) ECICOG Funding - JCCOG Committee Report (JUNE 14/JULY 12) Site of New Animal Shelter (JUNE 14/JULY 12) Sunday Bus Service (JULY 12) Taxicab Policies (JULY 12) Aid to Agencies Appropriations -Recommendations from HCDC (AUGUST) Meet with Parks & Rec Commission re: Affiliate Groups (AUGUST/SEPTEMBER) Brick Streets Repair/Funding Strategy (SEPTEMBER) Alley Inventory (FALL `10) Flood Response & Mitigation Update (PERIODIC) June 14 - 15 July 12 -Combined August 16 -17 August 30 - 31 ......__ CITY OF IOWA CITY www. icgov.org CITY COUNCIL Matthew J. Hayek Mayor Ross Wilburn Mayor Pro Tem Regenia D. Bailey Connie Champion Terry Dickens Susan Mims Mike Wright May 27, 2010 Dear Licensee, IP5 Effective June 1, 2010 the "bar entry" age in Iowa City will be the legal drinking age under state law, which is currently twenty-one (21). The ordinance changing the bar entry age from 19 to 21 left the other provisions of the law intact. As before, the ordinance does not affect premises before 10:00 p.m. In addition there are a number of other situations in which the bar entry age does not apply, including the following: 1. In an establishment that has obtained an exception by demonstrating, to the satisfaction of the Police Chief, that its primary business purpose is not the sale of alcoholic beverages (more than 50% of gross sales are from goods and services other than alcohol but not including cover charges) 2. In an establishment during an alcohol free event pursuant to a plan approved by the Police Chief. 3. When the under 21 individual is accompanied by a parent, guardian, spouse or domestic partner; or is an employee of the establishment or performing a contracted service. counci I @iowa-city. org 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Phone: (319) 356-5401 Fax: (319) 356-5497 The City Council appreciates the concern expressed by some that the new bar entry age may affect the ability of establishments to provide live entertainment and the ability of those under 21 to attend live entertainment. We are hopeful that establishments will utilize the exception for alcohol free events noted above. In addition, we are willing to consider proposals for limited exceptions to the ordinance that would help preserve the opportunities for live entertainment. For example, we have briefly discussed the idea of allowing separate alcohol and alcohol-free areas within a single establishment but are concerned about enforcement and the fact that many establishments are not built in such a way to allow successful separation (e.g. placement of restrooms). In the event you wish to propose an exception to the ordinance as discussed above, I ask that you provide a detailed proposal to the Council in writing which includes the specifics such as time, place, contours and mechanics of the proposed exception as well as your plan for enforcement to prevent those under the legal drinking age from accessing alcohol. Very truly yours, Matthew J. Hayek Mayor of Iowa City Cc: qty Council City Attorney Interim City Manager City Clerk • ~ • n • The Second Session of the 83rd General Assembly ad- journed Sine Die Tuesday, March 30, on the 79th day of work. This shortened time frame, along with a difficult bud- get backdrop set the stage for an intense legislative session. This article covers the legislative highlights and touches on League priorities. League Bills In addition to legislative action on other League priorities that follow, the League ushered through or supported key pieces of city legislation: Cable Franchise. SF2324 is a League and Metro Coalition bill to address several issues that have arisen, particularly in Dubuque, in response to the implementation of the statewide cable franchise law passed in 2007. This bill protects cities and consumers by strengthening requirements for the issuance of state franchises and for incumbent cable companies to ensure actual competition exists from a new provider before the new company can get a state franchise or the incumbent can replace the local agreement with a state franchise. Nuisance Properties and Tax Sale. SF434 a bill the League worked on for two years which will help cities abate nuisance properties by stopping the merry-go-round effect of continual sale and resale of nuisance properties. The bill protects unwit- ting tax sale purchasers from buying a nuisance property, by putting purchasers on notice that a nuisance citation has been issued against the property and withholds properties from sale, protecting the city's interest in abating the nuisance. The bill has been signed by the Governor. Nuisance Bars. HF788 a Metro Coalition priority and League supported bill that requires bar owners to take more control over preventing or reporting criminal activity on the liquor licensed premises, by ensuring owners can not know- ingly allow criminal activity on the premises, including areas such as parking lots. Horizontal Property Regimes. League bill SF2264 closes a loophole in the Iowa Code that allowed horizontal property regimes to avoid the requirements that the city approve sub- divisions in the two-mile area outside its limits. The bill has been signed by the Governor. City Debt Collection. SF2383 contains League-supported provisions allowing cities to hire private debt collection agen- cies to collect delinquent debt, and allows cities to recover up to 25 percent of the cost of the balance of the judgment to be May 2010 Cityscape 22 /~ 05-27-10 ~ ~~._~---~-~/ I P6 paid to cover the costs of the debt collection. League legislative Priorities Continued Disaster Rebuilding and Recovery. HF756 passed during the last legislative session and required the Water Resources Coordinating Council (WRCC) to submit funding and policy recommendations to the Governor and Legislature by November 15, 2009, to reduce the impact of flooding in the state. Legislation based on a set of WRCC recommendations was introduced by the Rebuild Iowa Of- fice. SSB3098 and HSB573, initial companion bills, contained many provisions the League opposed or worked to modify, including expanding regulation to the 0.2-percent-annual- chance (500-year) flood plain instead of the 100-year flood plain. The League was successful in fending off provisions in the bill that would have severely impacted economic develop- ment or created uncertainty for cities. In addition to flood plain bills, "smart planning" legisla- tion was introduced by the Rebuild Iowa Office. Companion bills SSB3096 and HSB592 establish "smart planning prin- ciples" for Iowa's state and local governments. The bills lay out guidelines for what must be included in a comprehensive plan, though planning itself is not mandated by the bills. The legislation went through many iterations throughout session, and a version of the bills was amended onto the Rebuild Iowa Infrastructure Fund (RIIF) bill SF2389. Smart planning will also tie into another portion of the disaster recovery discussion-additional I-Jobs funding. The RIIF bill, SF2389, creates the I-Jobs II program. The I-Jobs Board will receive $30 million for a new Disaster Prevention Smart Planning Local Grant Program focused on disaster relief and mitigation. The grant process will be run similarly to the local infrastructure grants under the I-JOBS Board in FY2010, but the criteria will include projects in cities and counties that incorporate smart planning principles and guide- lines. Pensions. Public Retirement Systems were a major legisla- tive topic in this pension year. The League opposed provi- sions that affected the Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa (MFPRSI) system in the omnibus pension bill HF2518 including: the phasing out of the state contribu- tion, including overtime as covered wages, and the creation of a new Benefits Advisory Committee to make recommenda- tions to the legislature on benefits changes. For Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS), the bill contained a provision opposed by the League giving a cancer and infec- tious disease presumption to the IPERS protected class. The League supported changes to benefits proposed in the IPERS section of the bill. After much negotiation, the new Benefits Advisory Commmittee (BAC) was removed from the bill, and lan- guage was added directing the existing MFPRSI board of trustees to review the benefits and finances of the MFPRSI system and make recommendations to the legislature con- cerning the long-term financing and benefits policy of the system by January 10, 2011. This will allow fora compre- hensive review of the system, which includes contribution rates by cities and employees. In addition, it was made clear the state's contribution would be taken either in one lump sum or phased out, so the League also made sure the phase out was included. The IPERS bill section remained unchanged, with both BAC recommended benefits and contribution changes, and the cancer and infectious disease presumption not recommended by the BAC. The League also opposed doctor choice legislation for MFPRSI, HF2382. The several subcommittees were held, and the bill passed out of the House Labor Committee, but was never debated. Economic Development Initiatives. The League success- fully defended Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and LOST- TIF this session, and helped shape legislation that other- wise could have severely impacted tax credit programs and TIF. The only change to TIF that passed this session is included in SF2380, filed in response to the Governor's Tax Credit Review Panel that met this interim and recom- mended changes to the state tax credit programs. Rather than afive-year sunset as suggested by the panel, the bill requires that all tax credit programs be reviewed by a new Legislative Tax Expenditure Committee on a five-year ro- tating schedule beginning in 2011. TIF and Local Option Sales Tax- TIF (LOST-TIF) will be included in this new review in year 2012. The League supported a bill, HF2370 ,which extends the Enterprise Zone program for two more years until June 30, 2012. In addition, RIIF appropriations were made for the Community Attraction and Tourism program (CAT) of $12 million, and $4 million for the River En- hancement Attraction and Tourism fund (RECAT) for FY11, to be used to assist cities in the development and creation of multi-purpose attraction or community service facilities. The bill also appropriates $8.45 million for the Main Street program. City Revenue Options and Property Taxes. For city alternative revenue options, hotel/motel tax legislation was introduced this session. The House standings bill HF2531, included a provision permitting an increase in the maximum allowable local hotel and motel tax rate for cities from 7 to 9 percent. No major overhauls of the property tax system were on the table this year. City Infrastructure. During the last interim, Governor Culver proposed to divert $50 million from the Road Use Tax Fund (RUTF) to pay for the State Patrol. The League actively opposed this measure. No bills regarding a diversion of RUTF money were filed. Other Toa Issues Labor Issues. Several major labor bills were introduced this session, but none were debated on the floor. Fair Share bill HSB702 contained changes to Chapter 20, Iowa's collective bargaining law. The fair share portion of the bill applied only to the state's executive branch public employees. Under this bill, if the union bargained for it, non-union members would have to reimburse the union for bargaining services and/or grievance services. A prevailing wage bill HSB699 was also filed, that would have imposed prevailing wage, but allowed local governments to opt out on aproject-by-project basis. Open Meetings Open Records. The League supported the House version of HF777 passed by the House last year. The Senate, however, stripped out all language from that version and amended it to create a new government agency. This Iowa Public Information Board the League opposed would have had unlimited rulemaking and enforcement powers. The Senate passed their version of HF777, but the House did not take up the bill. The Senate amended its version onto the standings bill, but the House stripped it out on the final day of the legislative session. No major changes to open meetings were passed. In the wake of the Iowa State Association of School Boards fi- nancial scandal and subsequent Government Oversight meet- ings during session, an amendment created an interim study committee to examine whether other non-profits funded by public dollars should be covered by open meetings/records. The League will be monitoring both the continuing Govern- ment Oversight meetings and the interim committee on this topic. May 2010 Citysc IP7 Mr. Paramjeet Singh 50 W. Burlington Avenue Fairfield, Iowa 52556 Dear Mr. Singh, 2020 Friendship Street Iowa City, Iowa 52245 May 24, 2010 N _~ c~ ~' .w~...,.~y' 'n. c-~ -- . sv ~: ~~... i° -'~ ~~ .. G..J ~,,,. ,..r „z . ~,~ u ,$ `~ r. - This letter is a formal complaint regarding continued harassment that I have received while working for your restaurant, India Cafe, in Iowa City. Previously I worked in your restaurant during the summer of 2008. I quit due to continued verbal harassment. I returned to start employment on May 1, 2010 as a waitress in your establishment. Since that time, I have received daily verbal harassment from your kitchen and wait staff. I have repeatedly directed them to stop and stated that their comments are inappropriate, but they have not stopped. Furthermore, I have expressed my concerns regarding this verbal harassment once to you and several times the Iowa City restaurant manager, but neither of you have taken my concerns seriously or done anything to stop this verbal harassment from occurring. This harassment has specifically been directed to me regarding my appearance. I have documented specific occurrences below: Sunday, May 2, 2010 Kitchen staff stated that I had gained a lot of weight since the last time I worked there. I responded that the comment was very rude and none of their business. Wednesday, May 12, 2010 Kitchen and wait staff stated that my stomach was very big and I looked like I was pregnant. I responded that the comment was very inappropriate. Friday, May 21, 2010 Kitchen staff commented that my upper arms were very large. They asked me if I worked out, and if I didn't, that it must be just fat. I stated that I needed to work, and walked away and continued to do my work. Saturday, May 23, 2010 Wait. staff asked me my weight. They asked me specific numbers of my weight and stated that everyone was betting on my weight. I responded that the comment was not acceptable and walked off the jqb, On each of these 4 specific harassment occurrences, I talked with Hahn, the store manager. I identified that the kitchen or wait staff had made inappropriate comments to me. He stated that the other employees were "just being guys" or laughed and walked off. He never followed up on my complaints and did nothing to stop it. Within the first week of my employment, the week of May 2°d, I talked directly to you about my concerns, which you did not take seriously. You also minimized my concerns, excused the behavior of your other employees and did nothing to stop the verbal harassment. Because you, your restaurant manager, and your other employees have created a hostile work environment for me, I can not return. At this point, I believe that I am entitled to receive the wages that I have earned for my work since my last pay day on May 14~'. I have worked a total of 24 hours since that time. I expect a check for my wages to be sent to my home by Friday, May 28~'. I am yet undecided whether to file civil charges against your restaurant and the employees. You have caused me extreme distress. Ivy Hayward Copies to: Human Rights Division, City of Iowa City Iowa City Downtown Associations Iowa City City Council _~ ~' c N l • "~ ~ t / +v _J ~~ ~~~ / ~ V I , 1"~ ~-_, a T-~ ~i t1 _, ,:~ . C.J C..3 ~~_,_--'r.®~ CITY OF IOWA. C[TY Ipg ~1 ~:;lll~~~ 74- ,,,,,,®,~~ RA N D U ~ ~ ~~a Date: May 26, 2010 To: City Council From: Rick Fosse, Director of Public Works Jeff Davidson, Director of Planning and Community Development Re: Update: Flood-related activities RELOCATION OF THE NORTH WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY • Contacted IDNR to request assignment of project manager and to initiate communication • Kickoff meeting @ VWVfP for plant portion of the project • Started field survey to collect data on interceptor sewers • Started development of data collection spreadsheets for use in GIS sewer system model • 4 sewer flow meters were installed • Ordered 4 additional flow meters to measure sewer flow • Obtained quotes for rental of additional flow meters • Developed sampling/analysis requirements for BioWin modeling of plant • Kickoff meeting for Rapid Creek watershed study and collection system study DUBUQUE STREET ELEVATION AND PARK ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT RFQ for engineering services has been issued and advertised in regional newspapers. A webpage has been set up for the RFQ process at www.icgov.orq/dbgst Projected RFQ milestones are: June 3, 2010 Pre-Submittal Conference June 18, 2010 Responses Due to the City July 27 & 28, 2010 Interviews of Selected Firms July 30, 2010 Final Selection Aug 2 - 20, 2010 Contract negotiations & EDA approval August 31, 2010 Recommend Contract for City Council approval PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT • A total of 42 residential properties have been acquired with Federal and State funds. Of the 42 properties, 30 of the homes have been acquired through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (FEMA), eight with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and four with Community Disaster Grant (CDG) funds. As of today, 29 properties have been demolished in the Parkview Terrace and Taft Speedway neighborhoods. • All demolitions in the Showers Addition have been completed. The City is now ready to purchase the property. • The City is now accepting applications for Round Two of the Single Family New Construction Program. The program offers down payment assistance of up to 25% of the purchase price of 37 newly constructed homes in Iowa City to help address the loss of Iowa City housing stock in the 2008 flood. May 26, 2010 Page 2 • Staff continues to review Jumpstart applications for disbursing State Jumpstart 2 and State Jumpstart 3 funding for housing rehab/repair, down payment assistance and interim mortgage assistance. A total of $1.67 million in State Jumpstart funding has been used to assist 73 flood- impacted residential households and $861,000 in Federal Jumpstart funding has been used to assist 17 households. • The City is now accepting applications for the two new business assistance programs: Equipment Reimbursement Assistance Program, and Flood Insurance Reimbursement Program. The City is continuing to take app-ications for the other four available business assistance programs: Expanded Business Rental Assistance Program, Loan Interest Supplement Program, Residential Landlord Business Support Program, and Commercial Rental Revenue Gap Program. • The I-JOBS Board of Directors will be meeting in Coralville durin~q the morning of June 2"d. The Board will be visiting Iowa City during the afternoon of June 2" .They will be visiting the two projects funded during the 2009 legislative session -- expansion of the South Treatment Facility and construction of Fire Station #4. City of Iowa City -News & Headlines IP9 «« iBack to Site Back to News Releases News Releases Originally posted on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 12:45:30 PM APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR ROUND 2 OF CITY'S NEW HOMES PROGRAM The City of Iowa City has received funding approval from the state for the second round of the Single Family New Construction Unit Production Program, which will build 37 new homes to help address the loss of Iowa City housing stock in the 2008 floods. The new homes will include single-family detached homes, townhouses, duplexes, zero-lot lines and condos, which will be built in various areas throughout the City. Last year, in the first phase of the program, 40 new homes were constructed. Qualifying applicants must meet income guidelines, qualify for a mortgage, and work with a local lender who is participating in the program. Purchase price of the homes will range from $125,000 to $180,000, and a 25% downpayment assistance program will also be available. Downpayments wi-I be awarded in the form of a five- yearforgivable loan, which means that if homeowners stay in the home for five years, they will not be required to repay the downpayment amount. Construction of the new homes will begin this summer. Because there are likely to be more applications than available homes, the City will repeat the selection process it used last year. Flood-impacted households will be first priority, followed by first-time homebuyers, and finally, Johnson County residents. Within each group, a random drawing of names will be held to determine the order in which applicants will make their selections. For an application, or for more information on builders, design plans, addresses, and income level requirements, visit www.icgov.org/newhomes or contact Tracey Achenbach or Andrew Donham at the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County (HTFJC), which is administering the program for the City, at 319.358.0212 or by a-mail at tachenbach(c~htfjc.ora or ADonham a(~htfjc.org. Applications must be submitted to the HTFJC by 5 p.m. on June 25, 2010. Funds for the program are being provided by the Iowa Department of Economic Development. Originating Department: Community Dev. Contact Person: Tracy Hiohtshoe Contact Phone: (319) 356-5244 Back to News Releases http://www.icgov.org/default/apps/GEN/news.asp?newsID=6289&page=l&output=print 5/25/2010 Headlines -Johnson County Council of Governments ~innouncemenrs Metro trail maps for 2010 now available Posted: Friday, May 21, 2010 at 12:56; 00 PM Johnson County Council of Governments (]CCOG) has begun distribution of the 2010 edition of the Iowa City Metro Area Trails Map, with updated trail Information for Coralville, Iowa City, North Liberty, Tiffin, University Heights, and surrounding areas of the county. Existing and proposed trails, wide sidewalks, and paved shoulders are all indicated on the map, as well as park amenities for hikers, bicyclists, and other outdoor enthusiasts. Information on trail etiquette and bicycle safety tips are also included. The color map Is produced by JCCOG each year. For the past two years, Bicyclists of Iowa City have assisted with the project by providing sponsorship funding. Copies of the map are available free of charge at area libraries, Clty Halls, recreation centers, the Iowa City-Coralville Convention & Visitors Bureau, and local bike shops. For more information, contact Kristopher Ackerson, ]CCOG Assistant Transportation Planner, at 319.356.5257 or a-mail kristopher_ arkersonC~iowa-cam oro. For More Information: Contact Person: Kristopher Ackerson Contact Number: (319) 356-5257 Contact Email: kristooher-ackersonCa~iowa-city ora Feedback I Qisclaimer & Privacy Policy Copyright ©2003-2006 Johnson County Council of Governments. All rights reserved. Page 1 of 1 http://www.jccog.org/headlines/?id=1089 5/25/2010 IP10 Marian Karr From: Kasie Ver Schuure (kasie@iowavalleyhabitat.org] Sent: Thursday, May 20, 2010 3:59 PM To: Council; eofficials@co.johnson.ia.us; david.jacoby@legis.state.ia.us; jeff.kaufmann@legis.state.ia.us; vicki.lensing@legis.state.ia.us; mary.mascher@legis.state.ia.us; nathan.reichert@legis.state.ia.us; joe.bolkcom@legis.state.ia.us; robert.dvorsky@legis.state.ia.us; james.hahn@legis.state.ia.us; david.leshtz@mail. house.gov Cc: Mark Patton Subject: Habitat for Humanity Public Officials Build Day Hello, You are invited to participate in Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity's first Public Officials Day. Please join us in volunteering on Friday, July 16 from 1-5 p.m. This build shift will take place on the ROOMforALL Build, located at 2512 Aster Avenue in Iowa City. Oumar and Fatou Diallo, refugees of Guinea, will be the future Habitat partner family that will be calling this home their own. The ROOMforALL Build will unite groups throughout the entire community into one body to help them serve others and to discover the importance of housing. This build will involve people from all walks of life -- from businesses, faith communities, community and service groups, and more -- bringing them together to make one family's dream of homeownership come true. Tentative tasks for the day include hanging the trusses, installing rakes and sub facia, and sheathing the roof, doors, and windows. As always, you don't need to posses any construction experience to take part in this opportunity, as we'll have our construction crew on-hand ready to assist throughout the day. Many of you have seen pictures or toured Habitat for Humanity homes, now is your chance to take part in the excitement and help build up our community! Interested parties can sign up by contacting Michelle, our volunteer coordinator, at volunteer(c~iowavalleyhabitat.org or 337.8949. P.S. You're invited to attend apre-build celebration, the ROOMforALL Groundbreaking Ceremony, which will take place next Friday. Mav 28 at 5:30 g.m. at the construction site. Hope you can join us in building the ROOMforALL Build! Kasie Ver Schuure Director, Resource Development Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity P: 319.337.8949 F:319.354.3527 E: kasie@iowavalleyhabitat.org www.IowaVa I IeyHa bitat.org Upcoming events // Learn about the families we're helping // Donate now! ®Facebook ,Twitter~Youtube 5/20/2010 u5-~ i -~ u IP11 Joint Emergency Communications Services Association Policy Board Friday, May 28, 2010 - 8:00 a.m. Joint Emergency Communications Center (EOC) 4529 Melrose Avenue Iowa City, Iowa AGENDA 1. Call to order; recognize alternates. 2. Action to approve minutes of May 17, 2010, Policy Board meeting. 3. Comments from the public. 4. Discussion of and action to approve Resolution 2010-02, honoring Jim Thayer and renaming room in honor of Jim Thayer. 5. Discussion of and action to approve offer to plant a memorial tree in honor of Jim Thayer. 6. Discussion of and action to approve Resolution 2010-03, offering contract to Tom Jones as Interim Executive Director and authorizing contracts with Nancy Sereduck and Nick Trenary. 7. Discussion with local officials: a. Overview of JECSA structure and 28E agreement (5-7 minutes); b. Discussion of points of concern regarding 28E agreement; c. Discussion of JECSA management structure; d. Suggestion of bonding for large expenditures rather than holding funds in reserve; e. Discussion of JECSA model compared to those of other counties with similar communication centers; f. Any legislative concerns; and g. Other items to discuss. 8. Other business. 9. Consider a Motion to Adjourn the meeting. After the conclusion of the meeting, Tom Jones and Dave Wilson will provide tours of the JECC. ~, ,,~ yi1M mot ~ ~ ~ ^ -~r+t.~s.._ ~~~~ ~~ CERTIFICATE OF INSUFFICIENCY STATE OF IOWA ) SS COUNTY OF JOHNSON ) I, Marian K. Karr, City Clerk, do hereby certify that I have examined the petition submitted by Raj Patel on May 11, 2010, which proposed that Ordinance No. 10-4388, which amended the bar entry age from nineteen (19) years of age to the "legal age", which is currently twenty-one (21) years of age, be repealed and I find that it is insufficient because it does not contain the required number of valid signatures. A total of 2,500 valid signatures are required and the petition contained only 1273 valid signatures (short 1227 of the requirement). Pursuant to Section 7.04(A) of the Charter a copy of this certificate shall be sent by registered mail to the petitioner. The petitioner may file a notice of intention to amend his petition within two days (2) days after receiving a copy of this certificate. Petitioner may file a supplementary petition upon additional papers within fifteen (15) days after receiving a copy of this certificate. The petition may only be amended once for lack of the required number of valid signatures. Supplementary petitions shall comply with the requirements of Subsections B & C of Section 7.03, Home Rule Charter of the City of Iowa City, and within fifteen (15) days after it is filed, the City Clerk shall complete a certificate as to the sufficiency of the petition as amended. Witness my hand this 29th day of May, 2010. ~~ Mar .Karr, City Clerk Subscribed in my presence and sworn to before me by Marian K. Karr this 29t1i day of May, 2010. Notary Public in and for Johnson County, Iowa 410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET • IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240-1826 • (319) 356-5041 • FAX (319) 356-5497 draft ~P12 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE APRIL 20, 2010 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, 4:30 P.M. Members Present: Regenia Bailey, Matt Hayek, Susan Mims Staff Present: Wendy Ford, Tracy Hightshoe Others Present: Gigi Wood RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: Hayek moved to accept the staff recommendations for the Moss Green Urban Village TIF ordinance as proposed. Mims seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. CALL MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Bailey at 4:30 P.M. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 16, 2010. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING: Mims moved to accept the March 16, 2010, meeting minutes as amended (name spelling). Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION OF THE MOSS GREEN URBAN VILLAGE TIF ORDINANCE: Ford briefly explained the TIF ordinance which allows for development incentives using tax increment financing. She noted the difference between the TIF ordinance, which simply allows for development agreements to be implemented, and the Development Agreements themselves, that are project-specific and include city-defined performance measures for developers to meet. An economic development driven TIF district can be set up for 20 years, according to Ford, however, a development agreements are typically of a shorter duration. This item will go to the full City Council at their next formal meeting. Hayek moved to accept the staff recommendations for the Moss Green Urban Village TIF ordinance as proposed. Mims seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Economic Development Committee Meeting April 20, 2010 ENERGY EFFICIENCY REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM UPDATE: Ford noted that last summer the City was awarded $692,300 to create and implement some energy efficiency strategies. Four projects were developed, and Ford explained the one in particular, related to Iowa City economic development. This is the Energy Conservation Opportunity Revolving Loan Fund (ECO-RLF), which has $250,000 ready to loan on a revolving basis for businesses who wish to upgrade, install, or build energy efficient components for their business. The idea is to structure repayment of the loans by the savings realized in energy bills. The interest rate for ECO-RLF loans is set at one half percent, according to Ford. She added that a brochure is available on the City web site, as is the application for the loan program. Bailey suggested they promote the opportunity to the non-profit community as well. STAFF TIME: Ford noted a further correction to the March 2nd minutes, regarding the K-Mart application to change their building exterior. She explained an inaccuracy in the discussion at that meeting and noted that K-Mart had requested the changes to their building and not the Pepperwood Place owners, Kobrin Development Company, Inc. (fka Southgate Development Company, Inc). Hightshoe then gave a brief update regarding the CDBG economic development funds. She stated that since beginning this fund in FY03, they have had 30 applicants, and have funded 18 projects. She explained how they work with private lenders to help these small businesses achieve the funding they need. She also gave an update on an outstanding loan, noting that they are going through the courts to collect these funds. Hightshoe gave Members some further history on this program, noting some of the recent project successes and challenges they have dealt with. Hightshoe also spoke to Members about an idea that came about through the City STEPS process about a class for preparing high-schoolers for jobs. She stated that they have been working with City High to implement the program, and City High has offered a class to students who are interested. They meet twice a week with these students and work on resumes, job skills, and interview skills, and will even be hosting a small job fair on May 7. Economic Development staff has been working with other interested parties including the UI Small Business Development Center on this project. ADJOURNMENT: Hayek moved to adjourn the meeting at 4:54 pm Mims seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. pasnax~~uasgb = ~/O ~uasgy = p ~uasaad = X :day! sw!W X X X X ~~/ZO/LO uesng ~a aH X X X X ~~/ZO/~0 ~aW a~lea X X X X 66/Z0/60 a!ua6aa o co ~ N ° 'dX3 3 Wb~N ~ . "' ~'' ~ W2131 O~OZ a2l0~32! 3~Nb~dN311b~ aa}~!wwo~ ~uawdo!anad ~lwouoo3 !!ouno~ 0 ~OZ `OZ I!~dt/ 6u!~aaW aa~~!uauao~ ~uauado!anad ~!uaouoo3 d~fr IP13 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 25, 2010 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, 4:00 P.M. Members Present: Regenia Bailey, Matt Hayek, Susan Mims Staff Present: Wendy Ford, Tracy Hightshoe, Jeff Davidson, Tabitha Reis-Miller, Sarah Holecek Others Present: Wally Pelds, Jared Vincent, Steve Moss, Gigi Wood RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: Mims moved to recommend the Moss Green Urban Village Development Agreement as discussed, with the amendments regarding the escrow; and that the developer shall certify debt not later than 2013, but may certify earlier. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-1; Bailey in the negative. CALL MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Bailey at 4:00 P.M. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 20, 2010, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING: Hayek moved to accept the April 20, 2010, meeting minutes as submitted. Mims seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL ON THE MOSS GREEN URBAN VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT: Davidson suggested that Holecek briefly review the changes that have been made before they review this development agreement. Holecek reviewed the issues that have been modified in this agreement, giving some background information on how they arrived at these modifications. Davidson then took Members through this project, noting the various stages attained such as annexation, zoning and creating an Urban Renewal Area. He noted that the developer is at the stage now where they are ready to incur the expenses for the infrastructure needed to move forward with this project; and the agreement we are considering today lays out a plan for reimbursing the developer for that infrastructure through TIF rebates. Davidson added that the goal is to have this on the City Council's June 1St agenda. He then reviewed some of the issues involved in this agreement, asking for Members to raise questions as they come up. Holecek further clarified some of the specifics being addressed in this agreement. Davidson continued, further explaining the grants that will be extended to the developer. He then asked for Members' questions. Hayek asked how they arrived at a 50% TIF, and Ford explained the rationale as one that would enable the City to reserve TIF funds for Council's Economic Development Committee Meeting April 20, 2010 discretion to incent future businesses locating in the Moss Green Urban Village. Bailey asked for clarification on point #5, and Holecek responded. The developer responded to this, noting their projections for full build-out. After some discussion about timeing and a concern for getting the project off the ground, Members agreed that a date for certifying debt no later than 2013 would be a good addition to the agreement. The discussion continued, with the developer noting that they have had a lot of interest in this project, and he reiterated their need to keep things moving along. Hayek asked about the escrow account, and Holecek further explained that requiring the developer to escrow 110% of the cost to complete construction, along with dedicating the land to complete is a fail-safe method that further incentives the developer to complete the project in a timely fashion and provides the means for the city to complete the project if the developer had failed to do so by the end of ten years. The discussion continued, with Davidson further clarifying how these types of agreements have worked in the past with developers. The conversation returned to the 20-year period for the TIF, with Bailey stating that she is not comfortable with that long of a time period. Mims stated that she is comfortable with the 20-year period, especially since it is at 50% versus 100%, and they will be getting a public asset with this project. Hayek asked what the downside would be of 20 years when they have the built-in protections in the agreement. Davidson noted the benefits that will be seen, and the discussion continued, with Ford noting the benefits that will be seen with an increased tax base and revenues for the City, County an School District even during the period of TIF financing. Bailey then asked about how they can capitalize on the innovative ideas that are being planned for this development, and a brief discussion ensued regarding this. The developer weighed in on the topic as well, noting that their use of new technologies such as a geothermal loop to deliver heating and air conditioning will serve the community well as it will be a hallmark project and draw much interest from within the development community. The idea of requiring "best efforts" to install the geothermal loop system in the agreement was discussed. Mims moved to recommend the Moss Green Urban Village Development Agreement as discussed, with the amendments regarding the escrow; and that the developer shall certify debt not later than 2013, but may certify earlier. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-1; Bailey in the negative. STAFF TIME: None. COMMITTEE TIME: None. ADJOURNMENT: Mims moved to adjourn the meeting at 4.50 P.M. Hayek seconded the motion. Economic Development Committee Meeting April 20, 2010 Motion carried 3-0. Economic Development Committee Meeting April 20, 2010 Council Economic Development Committee ATTENDANCE RECORD 2010 TERM ~ w w ~ cn NAME EXP• N o N ~ rn N o N ~ Regenia 01/02/11 X X X X X Baffle Matt 01/02/11 X X X X X Ha ek Susan 01/02/11 X X X X x Mims Key: X =Present O =Absent O/E = Absent/Excused DRAFT - IP14 POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD MINUTES -May 11, 2010 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Donald King called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: Janie Braverman, Royceann Porter (5:34p), Joseph Treloar MEMBERS ABSENT: Vershawn Young STAFF PRESENT: Staff Catherine Pugh and Kellie Tuttle OTHERS PRESENT: Captain Richard Wyss and Officer David Schwindt of the ICPD RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL None. INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBER King announced that Peter Jochimsen was appointed by the City Council at the May 10th meeting and that his term would begin July 1. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion by Braverman and seconded by Treloar to adopt the consent calendar as presented or amended. • Minutes of the meeting on 04/13/10 • Minutes of the meeting on 04/15/10 • ICPD SOG#10-01 (Spanish Language Education) • ICPD General Order #99-05 (Use of Force) • ICPD P.A.U.L.A. Report -April 2010 Motion carried, 3/0, Porter and Young absent. King wanted to clarify that in General Order 99-05 (Use of Force), section V (Procedures - Less Lethal Force), item D that if a person is actively combative medical treatment would not be offered. Wyss stated that if it was for a chemical irritant only, treatment is not offered until the person is non-combative. In the same section under item C(3) Treloar wanted to know why nylon leg restraints were used instead of metal ones. Wyss explained that the metal ones were not available to them and that the nylon is easier to use. NEW BUSINESS Discussion of Conflict of Interest -Pugh went over abstaining if you have a conflict of interest. If a Member has a conflict of interest, they may abstain from the vote but they must give the reason for the conflict. Pugh also noted that the Board does not have a mechanism to force a Member to vote if they do not have a valid reason to abstain. Pugh explained what City Council has in place for such cases. Any changes the Board would want to make would be a by-law change and would have to get City Council approval. Update Complaint Forms -The Board discussed making the complaint forms and information available more user friendly so that the Board gets all the information they need when the complaint is filed. Braverman suggested explaining personal knowledge PCRB May 11, 2010 Page 2 somewhere on the form and offer assistance on filling out the form. King and Treloar will work on making some changes and bring them back to the Board at its next meeting. OLD BUSINESS Comprehensive Review of PCRB Ordinance, By-Laws, SOP's -Pugh revised the mediation letters that go to the Chief, Officer, and complainant so that the message is clearer that all parties must agree before mediation can take place. Treloar did some research on other review Boards. The information will be e-mailed to Members for discussion at the next meeting and available on the City website. Motion to accept ICPD General Order 01-01 (Racial Profiling) -Braverman suggested carrying this over until July until the final decisions are made to any suggested changes on the ordinance, by-law, or SOP. PUBLIC DISCUSSION None. BOARD INFORMATION None. STAFF INFORMATION None. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Treloar and seconded by Porter to adjourn into Executive Session based on Section 21.5(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept confidential as a condition for that government body's possession or continued receipt of federal funds, and 22.7(11) personal information in confidential personnel records of public bodies including but not limited to cities, boards of supervisors and school districts, and 22-7(5) police officer investigative reports, except where disclosure is authorized elsewhere in the Code; and 22.7(18) Communications not required by law, rule or procedure that are made to a government body or to any of its employees by identified persons outside of government, to the extent that the government body receiving those communications from such persons outside of government could reasonably believe that those persons would be discouraged from making them to that government body if they were available for general public examination. Motion carried, 4/0, Young absent. Open session adjourned at 6:07 P.M. REGULAR SESSION Returned to open session at 6:16 P.M. Motion by Braverman, seconded by Treloar to request 30-day extension for PCRB Complaint #10-01, due to timelines and scheduling. Motion carried, 4/0, Young absent. PCRB May 11, 2010 Page 3 TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subject to change) • June 8, 2010, 5:30 PM, Lobby Conference Rm • July 13, 2010, 5:30 PM, Lobby Conference Rm • August 10, 2010, 5:30 PM, Lobby Conference Rm • September 14, 2010, 5:30 PM, Lobby Conference Rm King will have to check his schedule in August to see if there's a conflict. The Board will be one member short in June. With Young preparing to move he will not be available for the meeting. ADJOURNMENT Motion for adjournment by Treloar, seconded by Braverman. Motion carried, 4/0, Young absent. Meeting adjourned at 6:21 P.M. ~7 ~~O~C zz~~~ 0 c ~~~ ~,~~~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ c °~' c c. ~ ~ ~ ~~ ' 0 ~ ~ ~ A ~ y ~ y o ~ ~ ~ < ~' z ~ _ ~ x ~ a = ~,~ ~~ b N N W W N o ~ ~ ~ z z z z N ~ 3 ~ ~ N i i X X X X ~ ~i ~ ~ ~ X ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~i ~ i.+ ~.~ ~"~ MwM z ~ ~~ d o~ ~~ 0 V y.O l I^~1 ly~..1~ l^'~ l 1 FBI 1y l J 0 MINUTES HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION May 18, 2010 -18:00 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL PRELIMINARY IP15 Members Present: Dell Briggs, Wangui Gathua, Fernando Mena-Carrasco, Martha Lubaroff, Dianne Day, - Connie Cuttell, Corey Stoglin. Members Absent: Howard Cowen, Yolanda Spears. Staff Present: Stefanie Bowers. Others Present: Esaie Toingar, Jeff Portman, MacKenzie Elmer, James Eaves-Johnson, Nick Stuber. RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council action): None. CALL TO ORDER Chair Briggs called the meeting to order at 6:02. PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA: No. CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE April 20, 2010 MEETING: Stoglin, moved to approve. Carrasco seconded. The motion passed 5-0. (Day and Cuttell were not present for the vote) PEACE IN PALESTINE PROGRAM See attachment. DOCUMENTARY WRITER PRESENTATION Esaie Tonigar presented to the Commission on his documentary. The documentary looks at persons particularly from Africa who have just arrived in Eastern Iowa. Tonigar described the film as a bridge to assist those new to the area on such things as local custom and culture as well as assisting Eastern Iowans on the customs and cultures of others. Commissioners Lubaroff, Gathua and Carrasco will review the film and discuss at their next scheduled meeting in June. IOWA CITY PRIDE Commissioners due to their summer schedules declined to participate as a vendor but will send materials to be distributed at the event on June 20th CORALVILLE 4th FEST PARADE Commissioners Day and Lubaroff will participate on behalf of the Commission. HUMAN RIGHTS BREAKFAST Bowers reported the date of the Breakfast for 2010 is currently being selected and advised Commissioners to email her names of potential key note speakers for the Breakfast. SPEAKER'S BUREAU Stubor let Commissioners know that his AmeriCorps VISTA term will be ending soon and that a replacement has been selected who he will introduce to Commission staff before he departs. Commissioners Briggs, Lubaroff, Day and Carrasco will meet to discuss the Bureau and report back to the entire Commission at their next scheduled meeting in June. Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 2 of 7 SUBCOMMITTEE UPDATES Lubaroff reported that her Spears and Carrasco are still working on planning a program on bullying in schools. Stoglin gave an update on a program he Briggs and Cowen are working on re: civilians and the police. Day gave updates on the status of the immigration panel her, Cuttell and Gathua are planning. YOUTH AWARDS Commissioners remarked at how well the program went and how well it was received by the community. DIVERSITY DIALOGUE CIRCLES Bowers will hold a meeting next week concerning this program. She hopes to get a few Circles lined up for the summer and fall. CIVIL SOCIETY Day reported the Conference went well. However, the Conference did not have a high turn out. She hopes next year turn out will be better. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Day reported that the Senior Center will be hosting a program on Sanctuary Cities in June. ADJOURNMENT Day moved to adjourn. Lubaroff seconded. The motion passed 6-0 at 19:15. (Stoglin not present for vote) Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 3 of 7 Human Rights Commission ATTENDANCE RECORD 2010 (Meeting Datel NAME TERM EXP. 1/19 2/16 3/16 4/20 5/18 6/15 7/20 8/17 9/21 10/19 11/16 12/21 Dell Briggs 1/1/11 X X O/E X X Yolanda Spears 1/1/11 X O/E X X O/E Corey Stoglin 1/1/11 O/E O/E X O/E X Dianne Day 1/1/12 X X X O/E X Wangui Gathua 1/1/12 X O/E O/E X X Martha Lubaroff 1/1/12 X X X X X Howard Cowen 1/1/13 X X X X O/E Constance Goeb- C uttell 1/1/13 X O/E X X X Fernando Mena- Carrasco 1/1/13 X X O/E X X KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = AbsentlExcused NM = No meeting/No Quorum R =Resigned - = Not a Member Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 4 of 7 Peace in Palestine Program Jeff Portman: Two of us are here. We had written a letter, Gerry Sorokin and I questioning the reason why the Iowa City Human Rights Commission would bring in Mark Braverman a couple of weeks ago. The letter I think may be ,received that letter? Jeff Portman: a few points that we were checked by. One is we weren't quite sure why the Iowa City Human Rights Counsel wants to bring in people to talk about events which are not happening in Iowa City. The Iowa City Human Rights Commission and why we're getting involved in and has no direct relevance to Iowa City or to the people. Secondly, we're wondering if you are bringing people in what is the um, how do you go about selecting those individuals. Gerry and I have a long history in the Palestine political issues. We use speakers and neither of us was apprised of this person coming in, or were asked whether we thought this person should come in or not. Not that the Iowa City Human Rights Commission has a responsibility to do so, but you would think that a person bringing up this kind of program would be of interest to members outside the Palestine Student organization as co-sponsors and that the Jewish community might want to have some say in who you brought in. Third this is the second person that brought in about Israel Palestine, very anti-Israel. Out of any of the speakers that the Iowa City Human Rights Commission brought in, _ balanced view of what's going on there. Just by chance a week before this person came in Hillel and the Synagogue brought in a speaker about that issue, who gave a much more balanced point of view in which both sides would come together. Obviously we're not going to agree with this person he was so one-sided that no one in the Jewish Community would ever think of bringing someone like this out. So why do use the most American Jews _. I just question why the Iowa City Human Rights Commission wants this type of thing. Why isn't anybody in the Jewish community consulted about this type of thing? Why would, why isn't anybody in the Jewish community consulted about this? why bring such a radical point of view? Dell Briggs: Any comment? Corey Stoglin: I guess I just came from out of town today from work, so what are your credentials that would make you guys be the ones for us to... Jeff Portman: I'm the Rabbi of the Synagogue and Gerry is the Director of the Hillel Foundation, two Jewish institutions in Iowa City. James Eaves-Johnson: And I'm not Gerry. Just to James Eaves-Johnson: Can I say? Dell Briggs: Sure. James Eaves-Johnson: I went to the event and it was um it was pretty bad. In addition to being obviously hostile to Israel, this gentleman presented as like a Jew who knows what Jews are really like. Um and he said a lot of things that were, well I'll let you judge how bad they were. He explained that basically Jews were idolatries by saying that when we go to the synagogue we pray to the flag of Israel and the ideology of Zionism. He routinely refers to Jews and Israelis as being, having ugly racist views. He talks about the typical Israeli view being based on fear, hatred and racism. Um as it relates to how Jews see Christians he talks about how Jews are told that Christians only want to kill or convert Jews, and he's not sure which one is worse. Um he, again going into the Christian Jewish relationship he says that Jews are taught that Jesus is a bad guy, even though in fact he says that Jesus was the greatest prophet. He tells Christians that they need to get over being accused of anti- Semitism. That they can't be enablers of Israel, like those who enable alcoholics with alcohol. Ah he says that the great thing about Christianity is that abolish the old order, and that its "too bad Jews couldn't go along with it." He describes the differences between Jews and Christians as being based on the commitment to the tribe verses a commitment to humanity. Um and just in case you wonder if you think any kind of co-existence can happen Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 5 of 7 between Jews and Christians, or whether or not these views might sour a relation with Jews he warns Christians that "in pursuing justice," excuse me. He warns Christians that "pursuing justice, relationships with `the Rabbi down the street but other Jews may be in jeopardy."' Um and then he just goes into some verily stereotypical points of view. He says that politics are always going to be tricky because of the power of the lobby. That significant political contributions come from the lobby and that's why American Presidents have had to get up and say nice things about Israel. He talks about how the media is pro-Israel and hostile and specifically mentions the editor of the Washington Post, who he simply describes as a Jewish guy. He doesn't say his name, doesn't give any other reason for why he's ,just that he's Jewish. Um and once he goes on this rant he finally acknowledges that he knows that it sounds anti-Semitic to say that "Jews have all the money," that they "control the press." That ah its anti-Semitic to talk about "money Jewish interest." Um but he says that he says those things because it is true. To me its just appalling that somebody who would say those kinds of things, especially in a place where there are so few Jews. Iowa City there are some Jews here, but there aren't a lot. Um I just don't know how it can be perceived as anything other than anti-Jewish incitement, and obviously the Human Rights Commission if anything should be on the other side of a speaker like this, not supporting him or defending him. And that's all I have to say. Dell Briggs: Any comments from anybody on the Commission? Dianne Day: I'm sorry I came in towards the end of that and missed the first part of your comments, but I've been reading the letter that was in the packet. I know that you were concerned. I think that, I don't know if anyone else has said anything. My personal view as far as obligations of the HR Commission are to educate the people of Iowa City, not to take a stand one way or the other on any issues, and that there are more than one or two or three opinions or resolutions or whatever you want to call it that I felt were fulfilling our responsibilities as the HR Commission to bring up various points of view. You mentioned in your letter that you had aspeaker - Gershon Baskin and I did go to that. For instance if you had possibly notified us of that event, we would have most certainly considered and probably would have sponsored that event to help promote a lighter um, wider publicity of that event because I thought he was very good. So I'm not sure I'm speaking mainly from my point of view in that I was the one who did ask the Commission to sponsor this event along with the Senior Center, that the Senior Center was approached to hold an afternoon meeting, and we agreed to host it. Then I thought this might be appropriate if the HR Commission wanted to go along with it, and I read them the bio and that was a long meeting. So that was at the end of a very long meeting, but um that's the process. So I don't think that there was any merit in saying that the HR Commission, that we were pushed or shoved or hoodwinked um. It was our obligation to promote different points of view and that's my viewpoint. Dell Briggs: I think that we'll agree with that, that it is the Commission's position to try to educate people in the community of different views. Ah a lot of times those are going to be controversial, but you know they do provide different sides and different points of view. It's all educational and as Diane said if we had known about yours, then we probably would have had members attend that, and also would have been willing to probably sponsor along with that too. Um and its never the intentions of the Commission to direct anything at any one particular group in a harmful way. That's never the way of the Commission, so we try to as best as we can to educate people on different views so that they can all see what's right, what's wrong, and help make educated decisions about things that are going on. As far as it being an issue that's abroad, I would say probably things that are abroad effect people right here in the local areas also. So ah obviously if you guys are bringing in people to talk about the same subject matter, then of course it is a local issue. So from that standpoint I don't know what the Commission can do, you know as far as future decisions on what is going to happen or what they're going to sponsor or whatever, but I can tell you this, it is never an intent for this Commission to target or harm anyone. It is strictly here to educate the community as issues that are going on, whether they be national or local. Wangui Gathua: To add to that when we are planning sponsorship it's discussed publicly and at length and even the event is advertised at length. And everyone and all stakeholders are invited to participate and to express even their feelings and the way they see, and even the speakers. Its not, its publicized as much as we can. Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 6 of 7 Jeff Portman: I just want to make a short response; this person here is so out of line as an anti-Semantic. I don't think the Commission wants to sponsor a known anti-Semite. I think people if they're going to sponsor someone, that's what you're going to do you should do a little more research, dig a little bit about what this guy has said. This guy is not a member of normative experience of the Jewish Palestinian speakers. He's so far off to be anti- Semitic and that is not the type of speaker you would bring in. Connie Cuttell: We made a comment that sponsorship doesn't mean agreement or support. Jeff Portman: If you had known he was anti-Semitic you probably wouldn't have supported him. Connie Cuttell: Well and I did attend the speaker, I did attend and I don't pretend to be an expert in either ah, but ah I thought it was reasonable received by people. Jeff Portman: Did you hear what he said? Connie Cuttell: At the speech? James Eaves-Johnson: I mean he said things like Jews only go the synagogue to pray to the flag of Israel and ideology of Zionism. He said things like um you know religious differences between Jews and Christians are based on commitment to tribe versus commitment to humanity. Um that he says things like Jews, you know the reason why it sounds like he's saying that Jews have all the money and control the press, and why he talks about money Jewish interests and major Jewish organizations bullying people because its true. Those aren't comments about Israel or the conflict over there. Those are comments about Jews. Connie Cuttell: And again, I would just say that I don't think our sponsorship means that we agree with everything that was said, but we're trying to get out different viewpoints. Martha Lubaroff: I'd just like to make one comment. Connie Cuttell: I don't recall that particular comment Martha Lubaroff: I remember when at the end of a very long meeting Diane asked us to be a co-sponsor and I raised my hand. Had I known more about this guy and had I been presented with more information about him, I probably would have spoken up against it. I think that we get asked to co-sponsor a lot of programs and I think we just can't rubber stamp it when somebody comes to us. I think if we haven't learned anything we ought to learn that we need to do research, and I don't agree with you Connie. I think that if our name is on it as a co- sponsor Ithink that implies support from us. So the only thing I would say to the Commission is when we get asked to co-sponsor a program, that we dig a little deeper into what the program is, the speaker, that's just my feeling. Corey Stoglin: Alright um ---- Dell Briggs: We're going to give this five more minutes and then we have to move on. Corey Stoglin: Um I don't think any program we've done we've said we are 100% behind any speaker here. I think that's pretty much always been a given ever since I've been on the Commission, and we're just there to provide the venue for these people to speak. Um I don't think that ah we would consult with anyone, like if you wanted to bring those opinions we shouldn't have to go through a vetting process with any organization in this community if we wanted to bring someone here. I mean ah that's one of the things I gathered from what you first said that we weren't consulted or something like that. That's going to make, that'd be like for housing discrimination we had to consult with the banks or lender, so that kind of was one of the things I got when you first made that comment. Um and this is the flagship of university of the state, so we're not just citizens of Iowa City. Human Rights Commission May 18, 2010 Page 7 of 7 We're citizens of the world you know. I went to the University of Iowa and a lot of my friends have been all over the world, and we're not taking a side in just by offering a chance for this venue to come out. So ah. Jeff Portman: So if I put my stamp a person talking about the justice of Hitler. I'm not sponsoring him. I'm not saying its okay. I'm ,that's what the HR Commission; they put their name on organized speaker. They're saying that yeah we should give this guy, we should listen to his guy, he has something worthwhile to say. You actually put your name, this guy was going to come anyway. He spoke somewhere on campus he was going to be here anyway but by putting your name on that you're saying, you're giving some legitimization, and this guy didn't deserve legitimization, and that's my tax dollars going to that. That's what I object to. The guy came in is fine. We had nothing to do with that. The only speaker that's their freedom, but the City of Iowa City put their name on it and by giving it that, we gave this guy some legitimization he didn't deserve. Dell Briggs: Okay well I agree with you on certain points that you made and I do think it would be advantageous for all to look further into speakers before we actually ah given those situations that we do actually look further into rather than putting a rubber stamp on it. You know as some people may you know again think that that is what we did, but yeah we can look deeper at different speakers, and ah the board should be a little bit more educated on some of those things when they come around. So from that standpoint I agree with you, but ah I think we do have to wrap this part of it up so we can go on with the meeting. But ah I agree with you on certain points that you made. Jeff Portman: Thank you for your time. 05-27-10 IP16 MINUTES PRELIMINARY PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE THURSDAY, MAY 6, 2010 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM -CITY HALL Members Present: Jan Finlayson, Ann Kahn, Rick Fosse, Patrick Carney, Terry Robinson, Mark Seabold Members Absent: DaLayne Williamson Staff Present: Marcia Bollinger, Karl Burhop Public Present: Art Small and Howard Horan, Sculpture Donators RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL Recommend approval of Bounnak Thammavong's submission for installation on the downtown Sculptor's Showcase contingent that Mr. Thammavong paints the sculpture as indicated on the submission. Moved by Finlayson. Seconded by Kahn. Motion passed 6:0. CALL TO ORDER Finlayson called the meeting to order at 3:35 PM. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA None CONSIDERATION OF_THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 1.2010 MEETING MOTION: Fosse moved to approve the minutes; Robinson seconded. The motion passed 6:0. SCULPTURE DONATION-ART SMALL AND HOWARD HORAN Local resident Art Small used PowerPoint and with the help of Howard Horan gave a brief presentation to the Committee on several sculptures he and Howard Horan wish to donate to the Iowa City Public Art Program. Small explained that an oak tree had fallen down about 15 years ago on his property. He knew of a Russian wood carver "Valeree" who offered to create wood sculptures out of the fallen tree. Small discussed the four sculptures, explaining they were wood and had never been stained, only weathered for the last 15 years or so. Small expressed his desire to donate the sculptures to the Public Art Program. Small suggested that the sculptures should not be painted [aggressively], but an oil stain/sealer of a neutral color might be worthwhile. There are a total of four sculptures; two that are named "Chekov" and "Anna" that belonged to Howard Horan's father and two larger sculptures that feature~Art, and his wife Mary Jo with their children. Small took questions. Carney asked how tall the sculptures were and Small guessed the two of him and Mary Jo were eight feet tall or perhaps a bit less. Small added that the sculptures do require minimal help to move. Seabold asked if the sculptures are mounted, and Small Public Art Advisory Committee Thursday, May 6, 2010 Page 2 of 5 responded that they are free standing, though it helps to have them on concrete. Horan added that one was mounted in concrete but that wasn't necessary. Horan added that his dad loved the poets "Chekov" and "Anna" and feels that other folks would enjoy the sculptures as well. The sculptures are currently located at 123 Ferson Avenue and 20 Rocky Shore Dr. Small and Horan said that Committee members are free to examine, measure, inspect, and take the sculptures whenever. Horan suggested Black Spring Park, Benton Hill Park, and Willow Creek Park as excellent possible sites for sculpture relocation, though Horan said it would be up to the Committee. Bollinger asked the Committee and Horan and Small if they were all envisioning the sculpture being located to a woody area. The response was unanimously yes. Robinson asked about maintenance issues. Bollinger asked again if they were all oak. Small wasn't for sure. Bollinger asked if some type of base would be needed. Fosse indicated he has seen sculptures redone. Small added that it would be bad to paint the sculptures garish colors, and Small and his friends thought it would be a good idea to have some type of sculpture park. Horan and Small thanked the Committee for their time; the Committee likewise thanked Small and Horan for there time and donation. The Committee was in unanimous agreement that the sculptures were excellent and would look great in a public location where they could be enjoyed by all. Horan reminded the Committee they had at least 60 days to just "go and get them". Horan and Small exited the meeting. Fosse said in light of budget constraints this donation was fantastic for the art program. Robinson said that the sculptures would need a solid base. Seabold said that either a concrete base would be needed or the current sculpture bases would have to be repaired. Bollinger suggested the Committee plan a date to examine the sculptures. Fosse and Robinson used a map on the wall and showed the Committee where Black Springs Park is located. Fosse added that vandalism is always a concern, but Fosse felt that vandalism was a smaller concern in Black Springs Park. Bollinger asked the Committee how they wished to proceed, especially since there is no plan to meet as a group during the busy month of June [Artsfest and other events limit meeting availability]. Bollinger again suggested the Committee inspect the sculptures. Seabold suggested the Committee say "yes" and "thank you" and figure out details as needed. There was unanimous consent that the sculptures should be inspected. Bollinger and Robinson reminded the Committee that any concrete base expense would be rather minimal. Carney also added that a plaque commemorating the piece would be needed. Robinson discussed technical maintenance aspects for a few minutes, but there wouldn't be any large problems. Bollinger said she would set up a tentative inspection time for Thursday, June 3~d and have a City van available to shuttle Committee members to the sculpture locations and possible relocation spots. DOWNTOWN SHOWCASE SUBMISSIONS Bollinger informed the Committee there had been five total submissions from four different artists for the downtown showcase pad. Using a PowerPoint presentation and distributing a packet, Bollinger went through each submission. John Anderson-Bricker: Two submissions, Hairball and Rolled Steel Scraper Hairball: steel, concrete, and ceramic tile, 2007. 11.5'x3.5'x3.5', 1,100 lbs. Public Art Advisory Committee Thursday, May 6, 2010 Page 3 of 5 Essentially afour-piece stand with three spheres hanging in the middle. Rolled Steel Scraper. welded mild steel, 2007. 117" high x 20.125" wide x 20.25" deep, 199 lbs. valued at $3,000.00. Bouunak Thammavong: Seed, painted steel 8' x 3' x 2' Proposed final color to be completed for the showcase. Inspired by sprouting maple seeds, this form references the hidden beauty in unexpected places; sometimes all you need is to add a little water. It's a fitting symbol as Iowa City recovers from the flood waters. Looks as if it requires a basic stand. Mike Sneller: Egg Leafs, no dimensions or weight listed. Appears to be small, only a few feet tall, and the piece looks like a split open egg or seed and has three protruding sections. Stephanie Sailer: Prelude, Stainless Steel, 4'/z' x 2'/2' x 2'/s' Essentially this piece looks like the top of an ice cream cone with various layers of ice cream draped over each other. The Committee examined PowerPoint pictures of the submissions. Kahn signaled that her favorite was Hairball, with Seed second. The Committee expressed worry about the last piece, Prelude, concerns that the piece could be slandered or labeled incorrectly. The Committee discussed each piece and the type of vandalism or labeling it would draw. Robinson and Kahn expressed concern with Hairball and the potential for damage and vandalism. Seabold asked if the sculpture would be ready in time. Bollinger responded yes. There was unanimous consent that the Committee liked the balls/spheres on Hairball but didn't like the frame. Kahn and Finlayson agreed that Hairball was a wonderful piece but doesn't quite fit a downtown showcase pad, it more fits a water park or something similar. The Committee discussed Seed and thought the piece was beautiful, had nearly perfect dimensions, and would fit downtown very well. Finlayson motioned to recommend Seed for the downtown showcase pad. Kahn seconded. Motion passed 6:0. Bollinger said the piece may need a mounting plate. Robinson said they would need mounting instructions. Seabold explained his selection criteria that sculptures need to be large, nice color, and really stand out. Robinson discussed possible maintenance issues and vandalism damages possibilities pertaining Seed. Bollinger said she would contact Bounnak and get the ball rolling. KIDZ TENT AND ARTSFEST UPDATE Bollinger reminded the Committee that volunteers would be needed during ArtsFest to collect donations for Kidz Tent, as well as to man Kidz Tent. Kahn said she would volunteer again. Fosse, Finlayson, and Seabold also suggested they may be able to volunteer as well. UPDATE ON POETRY IN PUBLIC/ART PROGRAM Burhop and Bollinger updated the Committee on Poetry in Public/Art Program progress. Burhop said that poems were put up in buses and in recreation centers. Burhop explained that responses to the new recital opportunity during ArtsFest had been high; around 30 people had voiced interest in reading their poems to a live audience. Public Art Advisory Committee Thursday, May 6, 2010 Page 4 of 5 Burhop distributed a sample of artwork submissions based on selected poetry for the Poetry in Public Art Program. The Committee was impressed and pleased with the quantity and quality of the submissions. Burhop stated there had been 81 total artwork submissions, considerably up from last year. Bollinger reminded the Committee the art aspect was still new and evolving and suggested changes to next year's version. One such change may be the addition of a review committee for artwork submission. Kahn volunteered to help with turning artwork submissions into electronic versions. Kahn also asked how poets might solicit artwork in the future. Bollinger and Burhop said changes might be made but no final decision had been made yet. The Committee was pleased with the overall program. COMMITTEE TIME/UPDATES Bollinger will tentatively schedule an inspection trip for the Committee to take on Thursday, June 3 to examine the wooden sculpture donations from Art Small and Howard Horan. The Committee asked for an update on the parking meters. Fosse said there would likely be 11 parking meters; most concentrated downtown at key panhandling locations. Fosse reminded the Committee that Denver had sponsors for their panhandling meters, perhaps sponsors could be found for Iowa City's panhandling parking meters and an honorarium then offered to artists. The panhandling ordinance hadn't been adopted yet, but it seems to pass the necessary readings. Bollinger said that June was a busy month and the Committee will next meet in July on Thursday, July 1St, not counting the inspection in June. ADJOURNMENT Finlayson motioned to adjourn; Kahn seconded. Meeting adjourned at 4:35 pm. Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 3~d to be an inspection trip. Minutes submitted by Karl Burhop. a~ m E o° U o ~, N o~ •y ~ > ~ Q~ln ~ ~ o U ~ ~ ~ 7 01 ~ L f0 Q. ~- ~ a~ a~ ... ~ ~ o s, U U a O '~ u O ~ C N ^C ~ d ~ .~ 0 a ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ O ~ M p ~ ~ p ~ O O ~ O ~ ~ ~ O ~ ~ .-~ N ~ O N N .-~ .--~ ,-~ .-. .-~ ~,, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ N O O O O O [ X ~ -~ ~ -~ ~ .-~ ~ ~ ~ .--~ W . O . O O O O C O ~ C ~ C ~ . 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