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ORGANIZATION TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE, AND
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL
AMES, IOWA MARCH 28, 2006
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES HOUSING GOVERNING BOARD
The regular meeting of the Ames Housing Governing Board was called to order by Chairperson
Campbell at 6:00 p.m. on March 28, 2006, with the following members present: Doll, Goodhue,
Goodman, Horness, Mahayni, Popken, and Rice.
HEARING ON AMES PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY (PHA) ANNUAL PLAN: Housing
Coordinator Vanessa Baker Latimer explained that the federal government mandates that Public
Housing Authorities submit yearly updates to their Annual Plans to the Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). The Annual Plan informs HUD, its participants, and members
of the public of the PHA’s mission for serving the needs of low-income and very low-income
families and its strategy for addressing those needs. The Mayor and City Council had been
provided with copies of the City of Ames’ Streamlined Annual PHA Plan for FY 2006/07.
According to Ms. Baker Latimer, the legal notice was published and the public comment period
ended on March 17, 2006. No comments had been received.
Mayor Campbell opened the hearing. No one wished to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Moved by Mahayni, seconded by Goodhue, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-084 approving the
submittal of the updated 2006/07 Annual PHA Plan and required attachments to HUD in
connection with the City’s Section 8 Rental Subsidy Housing Programs.
Roll Call Vote: 7-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously and hereby made a portion of
these minutes.
AMENDMENTS TO THE SECTION 8 ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN: Ms. Baker Latimer told
the Council that, as part of the administration of the Section 8 Rental Housing Subsidy Programs,
all PHAs are required to amend the discretionary policies and procedures in their Administrative
Plan to conform to HUD’s Section 8 Rental Housing Subsidy Program. Staff, in consultation
with the Resident Advisory Board, reviewed the policies and procedures and found that several
of the policies needed to be updated in order to be in compliance with HUD regulations. Those
revisions pertained to: (1) Screening of Applicants, (2) Owner Breach of Housing Assistance
Payments Contract, and (3) Enterprise Income Verification System.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Rice, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-085 approving
amendments to the Section 8 Administrative Plan.
Roll Call Vote: 7-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously and hereby made a portion of
these minutes.
ADJOURNMENT: 6:07 p.m.
AMES AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING
The Ames Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) Transportation Policy Committee
met at 6:10 p.m. on the 28 day of March, 2006, in the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 515th
Clark Avenue, pursuant to law with Mayor Ann Campbell presiding. Voting members present were
Campbell, Doll, Goodhue, Goodman, Mahayni, Popken, and Rice, representing the City of Ames;
Don Toms of the Story County Board of Supervisors, Dave Reed of the Boone County Board of
Supervisors, and Dennis Kroeger of the Ames Transit Agency. Mike Clayton, Iowa Department of
Transportation, also was in attendance.
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REVISIONS TO THE 2006-08 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP):
Public Works Director John Joiner advised that two revisions needed to be made to the 2006
TIP, as follows:
1.Grand Avenue Extension. In order for construction to begin in 2007, design must begin in
early Summer 2006. For federal funds to be made available, this project must be shown in
the 2006 TIP.
2.Mortensen Road/State Avenue Shared-Use Path. This revision will add the trail along State
Avenue that will connect the path on Mortensen Road with the path built by the Ames
Community School District in association with the new Middle School.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Toms, to approve revisions to the 2006-08 Transportation
Improvement Program.
Vote on Motion: 10-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
2007 TRANSPORTATION PLANNING WORK PROGRAM (TPWP): The City Council was
told by Mr. Joiner that, as part of the federal regulations governing MPOs, the Federal Highway
Administration and the Federal Transit Administration provide planning funds to reimburse
agencies for those activities. The Iowa Department of Transportation administers the Program.
Mr. Joiner said that a main element of the Program is the planning activity to ensure an
integrated transportation system. Another integral element is a review of development plans to
determine impact to the transportation system. Other elements include the general work of
administering the MPO, CyRide activities, and public involvement.
Mr. Joiner advised that, in addition to the activities listed in the draft Work Program, Story
County has requested that the City participate in the Highway 30 Coalition activities by
contributing $2,000 towards the organization. That element is not currently included in the draft
TPWP. Supervisor Toms explained that Story County has already allocated $2,000 towards the
project. He also stated that the Central Iowa Regional Transportation Planning Alliance
(CIRTPA) Board of Directors voted not to support the request for funds.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Toms, to approve the draft 2007 Transportation Planning
Work Program including the $2,000 allocation to the Highway 30 Coalition activities and set
May 23, 2006, as the date of public hearing.
Vote on Motion: 10-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
2007-2010 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP): Mr. Joiner informed
the Committee that in order to receive funds for transportation improvement projects, it is
necessary to have the projects be a part of the approved statewide plan. The initial step in this
process is for the MPO to develop a draft TIP. New regulations now require the TIP to include
transportation planning for four years. The draft plan provides for projects for street
improvements, CyRide improvements, and trail projects. It also includes annual payments for
a pavement management program that is operated statewide and annual support of the Statewide
Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS) program.
The Council was told that the federal aid amounts shown for the highway projects were
approximately 30% lower than shown in the previous TIP due to several issues relating to the
passage of the new transportation bill (SAFETEA-LU). These changes will result in an increase
in local match funds (G. O. Bonds and Road Use Tax) beginning with the City’s 2007/08 Capital
Improvements Plan (CIP) projects.
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Moved by Goodman, seconded by Reed, to approve the draft Transportation Planning Work
Program and set May 23, 2006, as the date of public hearing.
Vote on Motion: 10-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT: 6:17 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL
The regular meeting of the Ames City Council was called to order by Mayor Ann Campbell at 6:35
p.m. on March 28, 2006, in the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue. Present
from the Ames City Council were Doll, Goodhue, Goodman, Mahayni, Popken, and Rice. Also
present was Ex officio Member Borich.
PROCLAMATION FOR AMES RED CROSS MONTH: Mayor Campbell proclaimed the
Month of March 2006 as Ames Red Cross Month. Accepting the Proclamation was Doug
Yetman, Executive Director.
PROCLAMATION FOR GOOD NEIGHBOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE MONTH: The
month of April 2006 was proclaimed as Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance Month. Jay
Simser and Linda Pryor accepted the Proclamation.
PROCLAMATION FOR CYCLONE DEMOLAY WEEK: The week of March 26 - April 1,
2006, was proclaimed as Cyclone DeMolay Week. Advisor Kyle Martin and members Drew
Schlosser, Taylor Knight, and Nick Schroeder accepted the Proclamation.
PROCLAMATION FOR TED KOOSER DAY: The Mayor proclaimed April 8, 2006, as Ted
Kooser Day. Ted Kooser, current U.S. Poet Laureate and 2005 Pulitzer Prize winner, grew up
in Ames and graduated from Ames High School and Iowa State University. Kathy Svec accepted
the Proclamation.
CONSENT AGENDA: Council M e mbe r Rice as ke d tha t the ite m pe rtaining to VEISHEA 200 6 b e
pulled for separa te dis c uss ion.
M oved by G o o d h u e, seco n d ed by G o o d man , to ap p ro v e th e fo llo win g it e ms o n th e C o n s e nt
A gend a:
1.Motion approving payment of claims
2.Motion approving minutes of the regular meeting of March 7, 2006, and special meeting of
March 21, 2006
3.Motion approving certification of civil service applicants
4.Motion directing City Attorney to prepare ordinance revising speed limit on Ontario Street west
of California Avenue to the West Corporate Limits
5.Motion referring Petition for Voluntary Annexation for property generally located at 800 Billy
Sunday Road (east of Youth Sports Complex to Skunk River) to the Planning & Zoning
Commission
6.Motion approving renewal of the following beer permits and liquor licenses:
a.Class A Liquor & Outdoor Service Privilege – Elks Lodge #1626, 522 Douglas Avenue
b.Class C Beer – Swift Stop #4, 1118 South Duff Avenue
c.Class C Beer – Swift Stop #5, 3218 Orion Street
d.Class BW Liquor – Valentino’s, 2500 Ferndale Avenue
7.Motion approving the following applications for new beer permits and liquor licenses:
a.Class C Liquor – Indigo Joe’s,114 South Duff Avenue, pending Certificate of Occupancy
b.Class BW Liquor – The Spice, 402 Main Street
c.Class B Beer – Old George’s Pizza & Steakhouse, 421 South Duff Avenue
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8.RESOLUTION NO. 06-086 approving grant application to acquire new emergency command
vehicle under the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Act grant program
9.Requests from the Ames Patriotic Council for Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29:
a.RESOLUTION NO. 06-088 closing the south half of Parking Lot M (west of City Hall) from
9 a.m. until approximately 10:30 a.m. for staging the parade
b.RESOLUTION NO. 06-089 approving closure of Fifth Street from Pearle to Clark Avenues
from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. for line-up and start of parade
c.RESOLUTION NO. 06-090 approving temporary closure of Clark Avenue (from Fifth to
Ninth) and Ninth Street (from Clark to the cemetery) between approximately 10:30 a.m. and
11:00 a.m. for the parade
d.RESOLUTION NO. 06-091 approving temporary closure of Sixth Street and Duff Avenue
as the parade moves through those intersections
10.RESOLUTION NO. 06-092 approving preliminary plans and specifications for 2006/07 CyRide
Route Reconstruction Program (Jewel Drive from South Duff Avenue to Garnet Drive); setting
April 19, 2006, as bid due date and April 25, 2006 as date of public hearing
11.RESOLUTION NO. 06-093 approving preliminary plans and specifications for Water Supply
Well Nos. 25, 26, and 27; setting April 18, 2006, as bid due date and April 25, 2006, as date of
public hearing
12.RESOLUTION NO. 06-094 approving contract and bond for 2006/07 Collector Street
Rehabilitation Program (Northwestern Avenue from 6 Street to 13 Street)th th
13.RESOLUTION NO. 06-095 accepting completion of 2005/06 Collector Street Rehabilitation
Program (Northwestern Avenue from 13 Street to 20 Street)th th
14.RESOLUTION NO. 06-096 accepting completion of 2004/05 Clear Water Diversion Program
15.RESOLUTION NO. 06-097 accepting completion of Wide-Area Network (WAN) Project –
Fiber Optic Cable Installation – for Electric Services
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolutions declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and
hereby made a portion of these minutes.
VEISHEA 2006: Several members of the 2006 VEISHEA Committee were present. Valerie
Anderson gave a brief history of VEISHEA. She also explained ways for students and members
of the community to get involved in the celebration. Shallee Keenan and Casey Mattingly listed
activities that will be held during the week of April 17. Nate Johansen explained where the
concerts will be held throughout the week.
Moved by Rice, seconded by Goodman, to approve a request to shoot fireworks on Central
Campus near the Campanile at approximately 12:00 Midnight on April 23.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Rice, seconded by Popken, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-087 approving temporary
street closures for the VEISHEA 2006 Parade on April 22.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
PRESENTATION ON PLANS FOR A NATIONAL BIO- AND AGRO-DEFENSE
FACILITY: City Manager Steve Schainker introduced Dr. Don Reynolds, Associate Dean of
Research and Graduate Studies at Iowa State University. Dr. Reynolds informed those in
attendance that the U. S. Department of Homeland security is exploring potential sites for a new
facility, the National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF). The proposed facility would be
approximately 500,000 square feet, require a minimum of 30 acres, and employ approximately
400 highly paid researchers. The construction of this Facility is estimated at $500 million and
would begin in 2009.
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Dr. Reynolds further advised that the Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) provides the
only U. S. research and confirmatory diagnostic capability for high consequence foreign animal
diseases. The proposed NBAF would replace the existing PIADC facility and enhance
capabilities to meet the mandated national bio- and agro-defense mission requirements of the
Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Human Health and Services (HHS), and United States
Department of Agriculture (USDA). The proposed NBAF is an integrated human, foreign
animal, and zoonetic disease research, development and testing facility that will support the
complementary missions of the DHS, HHS, and USDA.
An overview of the Ames Plan was given by Dr. Reynolds. Support from the state government
and U. S. Congressional Delegation has already been given. There is also support from
commodity groups and the Iowa Animal Health Industry.
The Ames Plan is cost-effective as the infrastructure is in place. There are more than 15 other
sites vying for this facility.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Rice, to authorize the Mayor to send a letter of support for The
Ames Plan, and specifically, the BSL3.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
PUBLIC FORUM: No one wished to speak at this time.
ART AROUND THE CORNER (AATC): Anne Taylor and Lisa Stephany, Public Art
Commission, showed the Council pictures of the six selections chosen by the Art Around the
Corner jury to comprise the 2006-07 sculpture exhibit. Honoraria will be paid to the artists
totaling $2,400 (six artists @ $400/each). Ms. Taylor stated that the 2006-07 AATC jury was
made up of Liz Howe of Mark Stephan’s Salon, Angela Moore from the Ames Main Street
Cultural District, and Jean Parsons from the College of Human Sciences at Iowa State
University.
Moved by Rice, seconded by Popken, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-098 approving the 2006-
07 Art Around the Corner sculptures as follows:
1.Remnants of the Dance by Mary Jane Lamberson, Dannebrog, NE
2.Shooting Star by Jerry Cowger, Waterloo, IA
3.Bouquet by V. Skip Willits, Camanche, IA
4.Shadow Ship by Kristin Garnant, Camanche, IA
5.Window on a Blue Garden by Tom Newport, Cedar Rapids, IA
6.Oblique #16 by Mark Baker
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
NEIGHBORHOOD ART PROGRAM: Anne Taylor explained that the Public Art Commission’s
Neighborhood Sculpture Committee requests to purchase and place sculptures from artists
participating in the Art Around the Corner exhibit. The Committee is collaborating with Ames
neighborhoods interested in acquiring one of the sculptures. The artwork must be displayed in
a “public” area that is open and can be accessed by Ames citizens, such as a neighborhood park
or cul-de-sac. Applications were accepted until December 15, 2005. The Neighborhood
Sculpture Committee, comprised of Anne Taylor, Lisa Stephany, and Naomi Nelson, toured
interested neighborhoods in January, and based on criteria, selected the following neighborhoods
to receive sculptures:
1.Neighborhood #1, at the intersection of Friley and Beach Avenue (Colonial Village
Neighborhood), will receive Symphony by V. Skip Willits. The artist will be paid $750.
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It was pointed out that City staff is in the process of completing an easement agreement
between the City of Ames and property owner Jim Triplett, which is necessary to place the
artwork on private property.
2.Neighborhood #2 will receive Pilots of the Waterway, also by V. Skip Willits, which will be
placed on the east edge of the pond north of Burnham Drive. The cost of this sculpture is
$2,700.
Staff is also in the process of completing an easement agreement between the City and the
property owner at this location, which is the Waters Edge Town Home Association
3.Neighborhood #3 on Westbend Circle will receive Dance of the Prairie Dawn by Maureen
A. Seamonds.
This former Art Around the Corner sculpture was purchased by an anonymous donor, given
to the City in 2000, and will be placed on City property at Westbend Circle.
Moved by Rice, seconded by Goodhue, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-099 approving the
above-referenced Easement Agreements.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
Moved by Mahayni, seconded by Goodhue, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-100 approving the
purchase of two sculptures and placement of three sculptures, as detailed above.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
RETROFIT SPRINKLER ORDINANCE: Chief Clint Petersen gave the results of the break-out
sessions regarding this topic held during the Greek Summit, which were hosted by the Office of
Greek Affairs. Group discussions with affected property owners have continued since the
February 28, 2006, Council meeting; however, a consensus favored by a majority of impacted
property owners cannot be reached. He reminded the City Council that they voted to amend the
ordinance to facilitate a sixth summer for construction; the requirements for sprinkler systems
would then take effect on October 1, 2011. Chief Petersen pointed out that they had been
provided with four ordinance options:
1.Adopt the ordinance requiring retrofitting of sprinkler systems by October 1, 2011, in the
specified existing occupancies.
2.Adopt the ordinance requiring retrofitting of sprinkler systems by October 1, 2011, in the
specified existing occupancies, but allow a two-year extension (through October 1, 2013) to
accomplish the retrofitting if the Building Board of Appeals grants the request.
3.Adopt the ordinance requiring retrofitting of sprinkler systems by October 1, 2011, in the
specified existing occupancies, but allow a two-year extension through October 1, 2013, to
accomplish the retrofitting if the Council grants the requests.
4.Adopt the ordinance requiring retrofitting of sprinkler systems by October 1, 2016, in the
specified existing occupancies.
Chief Petersen gave a brief history of fires occurring in dormitories and apartments in Ames.
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Dick Horton, 2119 Country Club Boulevard, Ames, advised that he was affiliated with the oldest
fraternity in Ames, i.e., Theta Delta Chi, 217 Ash. He pointed out that if the structures in
question were being remodeled, there would be no question that sprinklers should be included.
If remodeling were not going to occur, however, it would mean a very large incremental cost for
the fraternity/sorority. This particular Chapter is comprised of approximately 36 students if the
structure were fully occupied. To install sprinklers in this structure would mean an approximate
increase of $2,000/student. He asked why all apartments in Ames were not being included in this
issue since many students live in commercial residential properties. To require
fraternities/sororities to comply with this ordinance would be very cost-prohibitive and may
cause many to fail and become unoccupied. Even with fund-raising, the smaller chapters would
not be able to come up with the funds necessary to comply with this ordinance. He believes that
the proposed ordinance is aimed directly at the Greek System.
Jenn Plagman-Galvin, 2017 Country Club Boulevard, Ames, spoke as the Greek Affairs Advisor.
She stated that Iowa State University supports the adoption of a sprinkler retrofit ordinance with
a ten-year implementation period and tax abatement for all affected congregate housing. There
are seven chapter facilities that lie outside of the current tax abatement area. Twenty-seven
facilities have not yet been retrofitted. The cost to retrofit these structures ranges from $80,000
to $180,000. She reiterated that safety is the No. 1 concern of the University.
Bev Madden, 2815 Oakwood Road, Ames, advised that she was speaking for Youth & Shelter
Services and the Greek System. She urged that the City Council not include mandatory
compliance for non-profits without consideration of financial assistance. Ms. Madden again
requested that the Ames City Council consider making funding available to assist in the
installation of sprinkler systems for non-profits. Regarding the Greek System, she urged that the
City Council allow a ten-year implementation period. This would also allow additional time to
fund-raise.
Bruce Boeke, 311 Schubert Circle, Ames, representing the Adelante Fraternity on Welch
Avenue, believes that Greek houses are being “railroaded” into complying with the proposed
ordinance. Mr. Boeke stated that he is opposed to any sprinkler retrofit ordinance being
implemented. He said that, nationally, fires are down 25 to 30% and 1 in 1,000 fires result in
a fatality. According to Mr. Boeke, more fraternities and sororities have sprinkler systems than
off-campus housing. Even if the proposed ordinance is passed, Mr. Boeke pointed out that
significant risk exists in off-campus housing. Statistics that Mr. Boeke has found state that 80%
of fire fatalities occur in off-campus housing. The cost to retrofit the Adelante Fraternity would
be $60,000 to $80,000. Mr. Boeke also explained what implications would result on this
property’s valuation if retrofitting were to occur.
Jared Andersen, 318 Welch Avenue, Chapter President of the Adelante Fraternity, quoted a
statement in the Des Moines Register that implied fires in fraternities/sororities often result from
the misuse of alcohol by its residents. Mr. Andersen advised that, since the late 90's, seven
houses have “gone dry,” and since that time, only one fire has occurred in those houses. Mr.
Andersen also explained that his house has instituted measures of risk management. He pointed
out that the Office of Greek Affairs did not represent all houses this evening. Implementing a
sprinkler retrofit ordinance would definitely create a hardship for students hoping to reside in
Greek houses. It would mean additional costs of $2,000 to $2,700 per student to pay for the
retrofitting.
Josh Carper, 407 Welch Avenue, Ames, stated that he currently serves as the Executive President
of the Interfraternity Council. He asked that a ten-year implementation period be allowed with
tax abatement. That would allow time for fund-raising. If not allowed, many of the fraternities
may not survive. Mr. Carper explained that safety is the biggest concern.
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Mark Clark, 301 Main Street, spoke representing the owners of the Sheldon Munn. It will cost
approximately $282,000 to retrofit the Sheldon Munn with sprinklers. They would like to
renovate the Sheldon Munn, and at that time, would install a sprinkler system, but cannot
consider doing so until the downtown parking issue is resolved. He explained that 100% of the
rent proceeds have gone to pay for the utility bills for December, January, and February, and it
is difficult to even cover expenses at this time.
Attorney Stephen Howell, Newbrough Law Firm, Ames, advised that he was representing
University Towers at 111 Lynn Avenue. He explained that the City Council is being asked to
make a Risk Benefit Analysis. Mr. Howell pointed out that University Towers is the only
commercial building impacted by the proposed retrofit ordinance. Due to the structure being
concrete, the cost to retrofit would be $600,000 to $750,000. Tax abatement would help, but it
is not going to, in anyway, cover the cost, and those costs cannot be absorbed by an increase in
rent. Mr. Howell explained that the risk of fire occurring at University Towers is less than at a
fraternity/sorority. Mr. Howell asked the City Council to let the market decide; if a person does
not feel safe in this building, they will not rent there. He pointed out that Iowa City was looking
into implementing a similar ordinance; however, decided that it was too cost-prohibitive.
According to Mr. Howell, there is no way to determine if installing sprinklers would increase the
value of the structure by 5%. He requested that the City Council exempt University Towers from
this proposed ordinance.
Lynn Schroeder, 4108 Ontario Street, Ames, speaking on behalf of Phi Gamma Delta, 325 Welch
Avenue, stated that he had gotten an estimate to install sprinklers for that structure on June 4,
2003, that totaled approximately $39,000. In September 2005, another estimate indicated that
it would cost between $52,800 and $72,400.
Council Member Doll indicated that he was not in support of a sprinkler retrofit ordinance. He
felt that, if the Council moves ahead with implementation of such an ordinance, it should apply
to structures other than fraternities/sororities.
Moved by Doll, seconded by Goodman, to reject the proposed ordinance requiring retrofitting
sprinkler systems in the specified existing occupancies.
Council Member Mahayni felt that the intent of the proposed ordinance is to reduce the chances
of lives being lost due to fire in these types of housing. He believes that the City has the duty
to protect the health and welfare of its citizens in the higher-risk structures.
Council Member Goodhue said that it has been the policy of City Councils not to impose
unnecessary financial burdens on its citizens, but it does have the duty to diminish risk for its
citizens.
Ex Officio Member Borich said that he had spoken with many affected persons about the
proposed ordinance, and he encouraged the Council to pass the ordinance with a ten-year
implementation plan.
Council Member Goodman expressed concerns that the implementation of this ordinance would
cause property owners to not rent to mobility-impaired persons. Also, Mr. Goodman said that
he believes the question is should government protect people. The answer is yes, however, it is
a right of persons to calculate risk for themselves. Council Member Mahayni disagreed. He
believed that it was their duty to reduce the risk.
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Roll Call Vote: 2-4. Voting aye: Doll, Goodman. Voting nay: Goodhue, Mahayni, Popken,
Rice. Motion failed.
Moved by Mahayni, seconded by Goodman, to pass on first reading an ordinance requiring
retrofitting of sprinkler systems by October 1, 2016, in the specified existing occupancies.
Council Member Goodhue said that he preferred to require retrofitting by October 1, 2011, but
only allow a two-year extension through October 1, 2013, to accomplish the retrofitting if the
Council grants the request.
Roll Call Vote: 3-3. Voting aye: Doll, Goodman, Mahayni. Voting nay: Goodhue, Popken,
Rice. Motion failed.
Moved by Rice, seconded by Goodhue, to refer back to staff to create an alternative to adopt an
ordinance requiring retrofitting of sprinkler systems by October 1, 2011, in the specified existing
occupancies, but allowing a three-year extension, and a second extension for two years, subject
to approval by the Building Board of Appeals.
Council Member Doll would like to see a staff report on requiring retrofitting by October 1,
2011, but allowing a five-year extension (to October 1, 2016).
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Doll, to table discussion on the tax abatement program until
the ordinance comes back for first reading.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
The meeting recessed at 8:42 p.m. and reconvened at 8:48 p.m.
REPORT ON FUTURE RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS: City Manager Schainker gave
the history behind attempts to enhance City facilities. He explained that public workshops were
held related to recreation facility development where citizens voiced a variety of ideas on how
the City should proceed with enhancing facilities. No consensus has emerged, however, on
which new building components (gyms/indoor pool/weight room/outdoor pool) to include in a
new facility.
The City retained architectural services to provide an analysis of indoor recreation and outdoor
aquatic facilities in November 2006. The consultants were asked to address several items and
prepared an Assessment Study, which was provided to the City Council.
Mr. Schainker advised that on February 21, 2006, the Ames Community School District provided
the City with a copy of a planning document entitled “Project 2016 – a Blueprint for Success.”
This plan is a ten-year vision for the enhancement of facilities and programs within the District.
The two-phase plan calls for spending $50 million to remodel, as well as make improvements
and additions to existing school buildings.
Additionally, City staff has become aware that the University is exploring their recreational
facility needs as well. They are in the process of retaining a firm to assist them with that
assessment. This offers the City an opportunity to explore the possibility of partnering with two
other governmental entities. Mr. Schainker recommended that the City, School District, and ISU
officials confer about long-range facility planning. There is still work to be done by the Parks
& Recreation Commission to fine-tune what is best for the City.
Council Member Goodman indicated his desire to explore partnering with the City of Nevada
since an outdoor water park already exists in that city.
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PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR EASTBROOK MANUFACTURED HOUSING SUBDIVISION:
Dean Hunziker, 105 S. 16 Street, Ames, advised that he was present to answer questions.th
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Doll, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-102 approving the
Preliminary Plat for Eastbrook Manufactured Housing Subdivision, with the following
stipulations:
1.The developer will construct and dedicate all public improvements within the development
to City of Ames Urban Standards, including water main and sanitary sewer main, prior to
approval of the Final Plat or execute an Improvement Agreement to guarantee the completion
of all public improvements and provide security in the form of an Improvement Guarantee,
as set forth in Section 23.409 of the Municipal Code. (Internal Streets and stormwater
systems will be private and not subject to City subdivision standards.)
2.No grading will be permitted on the site until construction plans are approved by the
Department of Public Works for all public infrastructure in each addition, including
stormwater management facilities.
3.The developer will secure a Flood Development Permit prior to any construction activities
on the site.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
TAX ABATEMENT REQUEST FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2704 STANGE ROAD
(BREWERS): Planner Jeff Benson stated that 2704 Stange Road falls within the Somerset Urban
Revitalization Area and Urban Revitalization Area #7. Staff had made the determination that
the business in question did not qualify for a tax exemption based on the fact that it was not
100% used for a sit-down restaurant. Also, because the application for exemption was not
granted and forwarded to the Assessor by March 1, 2006, staff determined, based on State Code,
that the owner of the property is no longer eligible for the exemption. Mr. Benson explained that
the Iowa Code does permit the City to provide for the filing of an application by February 1 of
any other assessment year, but the exemption would be allowed for the number of years
remaining in the exemption schedule selected.
Blair Brewer, 3013 Hemlock Circle, Ames, stated that they are a first-time business. They did
not know about this program when they constructed their building. He believes that his business
is defined more as a restaurant than a bar. If they had known the parameters of the program, they
would have complied. Mr. Brewer believes that his business is exactly the type of business that
the City wants in the Somerset area.
Moved by Popken, seconded by Mahayni, to deny the request for tax abatement at 2704 Stange
Road.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Council Member Goodman asked staff to review the definition of “restaurant.” He would like
them to report on any inconsistencies in the criteria. City Manager Schainker suggested that the
City Council consider broadening the criteria so that they do not have to determine whether the
establishment is a bar or a restaurant.
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1013 ADAMS STREET: Moved by Rice, seconded by Popken, to refer the request to designate
the property at 1013 Adams Street as a Local Historic Landmark to the State Historical Society
of Iowa for review.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
WESTWOOD VILLAGE PLANNED RESIDENCE DISTRICT PLAN REVISIONS (tabled
on 2/28/06): Mr. Benson provided a summary of the past actions regarding this issue.
Douglas Provow, 3655 Story Street, Ames, explained that he had lived adjacent to the property
in question for 40 years. Mr. Provo was representing the Edwards Neighborhood Association.
He expressed his appreciation for the developer meeting again with affected residents to address
their concerns. Mr. Provow believes that the plan now being presented is better than the plan
that was proposed in 1992.
Sue Ravenscroft, 455 Westwood, Ames, agreed that the new Plan is better, but there are still
issues. One, in particular, is getting pedestrians safely across Story Street. She reiterated that
it is important to institute a sunset clause for PRDs and PUDs. Also, she would prefer not to
allow the projects to be built in phases.
Moved by Goodman, seconded by Popken, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-104 approving the
revised Planned Residence District Plan for Westwood Village.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON AMES PUBLIC LIBRARY SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AND
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT: Mayor Campbell opened the public hearing. No one wished to
speak, and the hearing was closed.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Doll, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-105 approving final
plans and specifications and awarding a contract to Con-Struct, Inc., of Ames, Iowa, in the
amount of $19,900.00.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON TRAIL RENOVATIONS AT MOORE MEMORIAL PARK: The public
hearing was opened by the Mayor and closed after no one wished to speak.
Moved by Goodman, seconded by Popken, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-106 approving final
plans and specifications and awarding a contract to Manatt’s, Inc., of Ames, Iowa, in the amount
of $53,240.00.
HEARING ON LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS FOR INIS GROVE PARK AND SKATE
PARK: The Mayor opened the public hearing. No one asked to speak, and the hearing was
closed.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Goodman, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-107 approving
final plans and specifications and awarding a contract to Nikkel and Associates, Inc., of Ames,
Iowa, in the amount of $70,350.00.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON RESTROOM BUILDING RENOVATION FOR EMMA McCARTHY LEE
PARK AND BROOKSIDE PARK: The hearing was opened by Mayor Campbell. There being
no one wishing to speak, the hearing was closed.
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Moved by Goodman, seconded by Popken, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-108 approving final
plans and specifications and awarding a contract to EGC, Inc., of Boone, Iowa, in the amount
of $67,398.75.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON PROCUREMENT OF AIR CLASSIFIER AND CONVEYORS FOR
RESOURCE RECOVERY PLANT: Mayor Campbell opened the hearing. She closed same after
no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Popken, seconded by Goodhue, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-109 approving final
plans and specifications and awarding contract to Wolf Material Handling Systems of Elk River,
Minnesota, in the amount of $347,900.00.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON ELECTRICAL MATERIALS FOR AMES POWER PLANT 161/69 kV
SUBSTATION: The public hearing was opened by the Mayor. No one requested to speak, and
the hearing was closed.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-110 approving final
plans and specifications and awarding contracts to: Galvanizers, Inc., of West Fargo, ND, for
Substation Steel Structures in the amount of $107,615.80; Trachte, Inc., of Oregon, WI, for
Control Enclosure in the amount of $151,137.62; Keystone Electrical Manufacturing, Inc., of
Des Moines, IA, for Control Panels in the amount of $113,979.74; Dis-Tran Steel Pole, LLC, of
Pineville, LA, for Steel Transmission Towers in the amount of $46,638.00; and, Laminated
Wood Systems, Inc., of Seward, NE, for Laminated Wood Poles in the amount of $88,235.27.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON EAST UNIVERSITY-IMPACTED AREA URBAN REVITALIZATION
PLAN: Mayor Campbell opened the public hearing. No one wished to speak, and the hearing was
closed.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Doll, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-111 approving the East
University-Impacted Area Urban Revitalization Plan.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
Moved by Mahayni, seconded by Goodman, to pass on first reading an ordinance establishing
the East University-Impacted Area Urban Revitalization Plan.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
HEARING ON NORTH SHELDON URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN: The hearing was
opened by Mayor Campbell. After no one wished to speak, the hearing was closed.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-112 establishing
the North Sheldon Urban Revitalization Area.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
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Moved by Goodman, seconded by Goodhue, to pass on first reading an ordinance establishing
the North Sheldon Urban Revitalization Area.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
HEARING ON REVISIONS TO THE URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR THE
CAMPUSTOWN URBAN REVITALIZATION AREA: The Mayor opened the public hearing.
No one else wished to speak and the hearing was closed.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Goodman, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-113 approving
amendments to the Plan.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
HEARING ON DISPOSING VACATED ALLEY EAST OF 316 LYNN AVENUE: Mayor
Campbell opened the public hearing. No one wished to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Moved by Goodman, seconded by Popken, to adopt RESOLUTION ON. 06-114 approving
conveyance of real property to Iowa Beta of Phi Kappa Psi in exchange for an easement for
electrical utility purposes across said real property.
HEARING ON NUISANCE ASSESSMENTS: The hearing was opened by the Mayor and closed
after no one asked to speak.
Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 06-114 assessing costs
for snow/ice removal and certifying assessment to County Treasurer.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENT FOR DOOR-TO-DOOR
PEDDLERS: Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to pass on third reading and adopt
ORDINANCE NO. 3878 repealing Subsection 17.26(14) for the purpose of removing the
insurance requirement for door-to-door peddlers.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Ordinance declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:30 p.m.
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Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor