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HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Regular Meeting of the Ames City Council 11/09/2004 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL AMES, IOWA NOVEMBER 9, 2004 The Ames City Council met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on the 9th day of November, 2004, in the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue, pursuant to law with Mayor Tedesco presiding and the following Council members present: Cross, Goodhue, Goodman, Mahayni, Vegge, and Wirth. Andrew Tugan, ex officio member, was also present. WORKSHOP ON PEDESTRIAN WALKWAY INFILL PROGRAM: Mayor Tedesco explained that this Workshop was intended to allow for discussion on the purpose of the Pedestrian Walkway Infill Program, to identify issues, and to define the next steps to be taken. He advised that, after the September 30, 2004, Public Information Session, City staff had asked for volunteers to serve on a focus group. Focus group representatives present tonight were Ellen Arkovich, 3118 Northwood; Marie Mayer, 607 River Oak Drive; John McGuire,1202 Northwestern; Mike Murray, 2016 Friley Road; Barry Sieh, 510 Eighth Street; Jennifer Slaats, 511 South Fourth, #211; Fritz Wehrenberg, 2116 Friley Road; and Herb Wright, 1813 Arthur. Mike Murray pointed out that the City currently had a method by which citizens may request that sidewalks be installed in their own neighborhoods. He asked why the City felt the need to change this method. Council Member Goodhue confirmed that the City currently had this program in place; the costs of sidewalk installation are assessed to the property owners or the property owners install the sidewalk. He said that it is certainly an option for this City Council to respond to requests as they come forward. Mr. Goodhue further explained that this Program was part of the Transportation Plan and continued to be a priority mentioned annually in citizen surveys. John McGuire agreed that the City did have this Program; however, it is not very progressive; it is a “reactive” program. He said the needs of citizens with mobility issues must be taken into consideration as well as the safety and needs of the “greater good.” Mike Murray said there are two levels of issues to be considered: needs and wants. He asked to know where mobility issues exist in the City. Council Member Goodman said that the concept of neighborhoods making the decision on whether or not a sidewalk is needed was good in the sense that the people living there know their own needs. However, taking into account the concept of transportation, the idea is that the transportation system could get you anywhere in the community. Neighborhood residents may not need a sidewalk for their own use, but others in the community may need it to move safely through that neighborhood. Council Member Wirth said that a connected transportation system encourages people to walk more, use fewer cars, have less concrete for parking lots, and have cleaner air. She stated that that will never happen in many places if there are no sidewalks. Marie Mayer pointed out that having a connected pedestrian system is environmentally friendly and contributes to the quality of life. She said that the City needed to identify where people want or need to go; there are places where there is not a great demand for sidewalks. The matrix did not take that subjectivity into account and did not prioritize important issues. Ms. Mayer felt that people ultimately will find a way to get from one point to another; however, it may not be the most direct route. Ellen Arkovich agreed that it would be best if the City identified the areas that are most utilized by pedestrians. She clarified that sidewalks are required in all new housing developments. Matthew Goodman hoped to identify areas where sidewalks definitely are needed and areas where they are not needed. He stated that the cost as well as unique elements, e.g., landscaping, cul-de- sacs, terrain, needed to be considered, Jennifer Slaats pointed out that sidewalks are very important in certain areas. In particular, she uses Walnut to South Fifth where there are no sidewalks. It is unsafe, especially at night, due to the heavy traffic. Ms. Mayer believed that a plan needed to be created so that property owners were aware of where and when sidewalks needed to be constructed. She suggested that these issues needed to be decided by the people; focus groups comprised of citizens needed to be formed. Mr. McGuire agreed that focus groups needed to be created, and he suggested that these groups also be an advisory committee to the City Council on other issues. Mr. McGuire didn’t feel that the entire cost of sidewalk installation should be borne by the property owners – part or all of the cost should be assumed by the City, and that issue could also be part of the agenda for the focus/advisory groups. In Mr. McGuire’s opinion, ability to pay should definitely be a consideration. He suggested that funding assistance from the City could serve as an incentive for property owners to install sidewalks. Those who participated in this Workshop concurred that there were areas in the City that needed to be connected by sidewalks. They all agreed to serve on a focus/advisory group to meet with others in the community. Ms. Mayer further stated that the keys to the success of this Program would be involving people and applying the criteria evenhandedly and with commonsense. Council Member Goodman stated that the Program did not intend to cause great economic hardship on any property owner. He pointed out that many citizens have paid for sidewalks to be installed and maintained them for years, so it would not be fair for the City to wholly fund sidewalk installation for some citizens. Mayor Tedesco advised that it had been the policy of the City Council not to make final decisions at Workshops, as they are mechanisms for dialogue. He suggested that the City Council be directed to place this issue on a future agenda. Ellen Arkovich pointed out that representatives of state or federal agencies needed to be included since the City did not have jurisdiction to mandate sidewalks on that property. Council Member Vegge said he had received a suggestion from Merlin Pfannkuch, an Ames resident, that a representative of the Bike Committee also be included in a focus group. Tom Scott, 415 Westwood, Ames, felt the public information meeting held on September 30 was a much better forum for discussion. He said that he had talked to hundreds of people and all agreed that the Pedestrian Walkway Program was a plan that really did not need to go forward. According to Mr. Scott, the City Council faced this same issue 15 years ago, and their wisdom was to drop it. The City should not require trees to be killed for something that really isn’t needed. He said there are a lot of contentious issues currently being discussed in Ames, and he felt that this was one “unhappy issue that could be put to bed.” Jim Roach, 315 Teagarden Drive, Ames, asked if anyone on the City Council, any member of the focus group, or their immediate family members were affiliated with construction trades that would be involved with this Program. He also asked how many City Council members had received campaign contributions from construction firms. Council Member Goodman advised that Council members are not allowed to receive corporate contributions. Joslin Peters, 933 Gaskill, Ames, told the Council that it was terribly unfair to make private citizens pay for the installation of sidewalks. She said that if it’s for the greater good, then the City should pay for it. Eric Weber, 418 Paulson Drive, Ames, asked why, if this were such an important Program, there were so many City properties that do not have sidewalks. He cited Inis Grove Park along 20th/Duff as one that did not have sidewalks. Mr. McGuire pointed out that just the fact that there were not sidewalks built 50 years ago doesn’t mean that there should not be sidewalks today. He gave the analogy that there were no handicapped-accessible ramps at that time either, but that didn’t mean that we should not have them today. There are areas where there should be sidewalks. Barry Sieh told the Mayor and City Council that their actions on this issue would have a direct bearing on their re-elections; they needed to remember that when making their decisions. The meeting recessed at 6:55 p.m. and reconvened at 7:07 p.m. PROCLAMATION FOR WORLD TOWN PLANNING DAY: Mayor Tedesco proclaimed November 8, 2004, as World Town Planning Day. Accepting the Proclamation on behalf of the City of Ames Planning and Housing Department was Director Matt Flynn. PROCLAMATION HONORING IOWA’S MILITARY HEROES: A Proclamation Honoring Iowa’s Military Heroes on the War on Terrorism was presented to Tracy Andrle by Mayor Tedesco. Also present were Janet Kazwell, Cindy Baughman, Joan Linahon, Amy Mooney, Gina Smith, and Margy Hanson, who are helping with events to honor Iowa’s military heroes. Ms. Andrle described the events that are planned for November 26 and 27, 2004. CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Tedesco advised that the request from the Ames Main Street Cultural District for parking suspensions should include November 26. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda: 1.Motion approving payment of claims 2. Motion approving minutes of the special and regular meetings of October 26, 2004, and of the special meeting on October 29, 2004 3. Motion approving certification of civil service applicants 4. Motion approving renewal of the following beer permits and liquor licenses: a. Class C Liquor - 212 Main Pub & Grill, 212 Main Street b. Class B Liquor - Country Inn & Suites, 2605 SE 16th Street c. Class C Beer - Fuel Right, 508 South Duff Avenue d. Class C Beer and Class B Wine - Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits, 3615 Lincoln Way e. Class C Beer & Class B Wine - The Keg Shop, 218 Welch Avenue f. Class C Beer - Kum & Go, 2801 E. 13th Street g. Class C Beer - Kum & Go, 111 Duff Avenue h. Class C Beer - Kum & Go, 4506 Lincoln Way i. Class C Beer - Kum & Go, 203 Welch Avenue j. Class C Beer and Class B Wine - Wheatsfield Grocery, 413 Douglas Avenue 5. Motion approving a Class C Liquor License for new owners of Diamond Dave's, 2801 Grand Avenue 6. Motion approving a Class C Liquor License for Legends American Grill, 119 Stanton Avenue, pending Certificate of Occupancy 7. Motion directing City Attorney to draft ordinance pertaining to parking regulations on Crestmoor Avenue and Laurel Street 8. Motion directing City Attorney to draft ordinance pertaining to parking regulations on Preston Circle and Weston Drive 9. Motion approving request to transfer property from Bloomington Townhomes Association to the City and directing City Attorney to prepare applicable documents 10. RESOLUTION NO. 04-487 approving revisions to Pay Plan 11. RESOLUTION NO. 04-488 approving Commission on The Arts (COTA) Mini-Grant Contracts for Spring 2005 12. RESOLUTION NO. 04-489 approving Engineering Services Agreement and authorizing matching funds for rehabilitation of Parallel Taxiway to Runway 01/19 at the Ames Municipal Airport 13. Requests from Main Street Cultural District: a. RESOLUTION NO. 04-490 approving request for City to provide and waive fees for electricity for holiday lighting on downtown buildings from November 18 through December 31, 2004 b. RESOLUTION NO. 04-491 approving request to suspend parking enforcement for the Central Business District all day on November 26, on Saturdays from 5-6:00 p.m., and on Monday thru Friday from November 18 through December 31, 2004 14. RESOLUTION NO. 04-492 approving preliminary plans and specifications for 2004/05 Sidewalk Safety Program; setting December 8, 2004, as bid due date and December 14, 2004, as the date of public hearing 15. RESOLUTION NO. 04-493 approving preliminary plans and specifications for Combustion Turbine Generator, Contract No. 8 - Fuel Oil Forwarding Equipment; setting December 1, 2004, as bid due date and December 14, 2004, as date of public hearing 16. RESOLUTION NO. 04-494 accepting completion of 2003/04 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program 17. RESOLUTION NO. 04-495 accepting completion of 2004/05 Concrete Pavement Reconstruction Program 18. RESOLUTION NO. 04-496 accepting completion of 2002/03 Sidewalk Safety Program Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolutions declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these minutes. PUBLIC FORUM: Gerald Johnson, 219735 - 70th Street, Ames, advised that the tile on his property had been repaired. He had told the City Council at their meeting of May 25, 2004, that the tile had been broken during the development of the Barilla plant Angela Moore, Ames Main Street Cultural District, invited the public to holiday promotions beginning November 15, 2004. Jon Shelness, 405 Tama Street, Slater, stated that he had been working on behalf of Iowa State University students and he was somewhat dissatisfied at the direction taken by the VEISHEA Committee. He distributed to the Mayor and City Council a copy of the remarks that he will be making at the Ames Human Relations Commission meeting on November 18 in the City Council Chambers. CHARACTER COUNTS: Frankee Oleson gave a presentation on “Character Counts,” which emphasizes making ethical choices based on the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Ms. Oleson asked the City Council to appoint a person, by November 1, 2004, if possible, to represent the City of Ames on the Character Counts Steering Committee. Moved by Vegge, seconded by Goodhue, to appoint a member of the City Council to serve as a representative to the Character Counts Steering Committee. Moved by Wirth seconded by Goodman, to amend the motion to also appoint a City staff member to serve as a representative to the Character Counts Steering Committee. Council Member Cross voiced his concern that appointing a member of the City Council to this Committee could be awkward if financial resources are expected in the future; one member may not act for the entire body. Council Member Goodhue believed that the representative could be a citizen, not necessarily a Council member or a City staff member. City Manager Steve Schainker volunteered to serve on this Steering Committee in the interim time until more information about its structure and endeavors is known. Vote on Amendment: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Vote on Motion, as amended: 0-6. Motion failed. Moved by Cross, seconded by Wirth, to further amend the motion to remove the appointment of a member of the City Council to serve as a representative to the Character Counts Steering Committee. Vote on Amendment: 5-1. Voting aye: Cross, Goodhue, Mahayni, Vegge, and Wirth. Voting nay: Goodman. Motion declared carried. Vote on Motion, as amended: 5-1. Voting aye: Cross, Goodhue, Mahayni, Vegge, and Wirth. Voting nay: Goodman. Motion declared carried. PRESENTATION OF THE EAST 13TH STREET REGIONAL COMMERCIAL AREA PROCESS ALTERNATIVES: Steve Schainker explained that this was a very complicated project that had been proceeding by way of numerous small steps.. He said that, with Council direction, staff will complete the process section of the draft of the Northeast Gateway Overlay District (“O-GNE”) Standards and prepare for the Planning and Zoning Commission hearing on November 17, with final Council consideration likely at the December 14, 2004, meeting. Mr. Schainker further advised that, in order to complete the draft of the Ordinance language, staff needed direction from the City Council on the process of proposed Section 29.1108(3) regarding the Master Plan and Approval Process. Planning Director Matt Flynn stated that on October 20 and November 3, 2004, the Planning and Zoning Commission considered portions of the proposed Northeast Gateway Overlay District of the Zoning Ordinance. Specifically considered were the Design Guidelines and standards portion of the District. He advised that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Guidelines, with minor modifications, on November 3, 2004. Mr. Flynn told the Council that staff asked for direction on two significant steps in the process: (1) whether or not a Developer (or Zoning) Agreement is necessary as a condition of zoning approval to “PRC” (Planed Regional Commercial) District, and (2) when in the process the Master Plan, required as part of meeting the O-GNE Overlay, should be approved. Staff had identified three options, which were then explained by Mr. Flynn. Option 1 would not require a Zoning Agreement as part of the process, and the Master Plan would be considered prior to rezoning. Option 2 provides that a Zoning Agreement would be negotiated and approved prior to rezoning by the City Council, and the Master Plan would be considered after zoning approval has been given. Option 3 requires a Zoning Agreement and requires the developer to prepare and have the Master Plan approved prior to rezoning. After clarification by City Attorney John Klaus, Council Member Goodhue pointed out that Option 2 would be similar to what was done for the Somerset Development. Mr. Flynn advised that it was the staff’s intention that the northeast and southeast areas would be covered under the same Master Plan. Mr. Schainker stated that if one of these options were approved by the City Council, the regulations would apply no matter who was developing the land. Mr. Schainker said that the provisions of the Zoning Agreement would run with the land; they would be binding on any future owners of this land. Council Member Mahayni pointed out that it is important to require that the north side be built to a certain capacity before the south side is built. Council Member Goodhue suggested that staff may want to negotiate that the north side development occur first. Mr. Klaus stated that the Zoning Agreement is the key. The amount of detail required from the developer needed to be reasonable, but should provide the City with the assurances they want regarding the development. He further advised that once the Overlay District is in place, the proposed Master Plan must meet the standards of the Overlay District. Council Member Goodman asked the proposed developer if he would be able to prepare the Master Plan prior to rezoning the land. Jamey Flegal, Wolford Development, stated that they would not. He advised that the City Council needed to make the decision on giving the developer the legal right to proceed; this is done through rezoning. Mr. Flegal said that the developer could meet every aspect of the Overlay District, but still get turned down for rezoning because the City Council did not like some aspect of the Master Plan. Council Member Cross asked if the rezoning could be rescinded and the land reverted back to Agricultural if the proposed developer decided not to develop the land at E. 13th Street and Interstate 35. Mr. Klaus reiterated that the Zoning Agreement would run with the land; the requirements would pass on to any new owner(s). Jack Troeger, 1009 - 16th Street, Ames, asked what it would take to convince the City Council to deny all the options before them tonight and stop the process for a proposed mall. He felt that “in short, the process pushes the mall forward to satisfy Mr. Wolford.” Mr. Troeger said that if the City Council chooses to move this process forward, he will begin to call it the Mayor’s or the City Council’s mall. He proposed that the City Council consider “a none-of-the-above” option. Merlin Pfannkuch, 1424 Kellogg Avenue, Ames, said that he had no doubt that a Zoning Agreement was necessary in the process. He said that he is less sure when the Master Plan should be required. Mr. Pfannkuch said he was dismayed to hear that the components of the Zoning Agreement could be negotiated. He felt that any Zoning Agreement should have “teeth.” Mr. Pfannkuch asked that the provisions of any Zoning Agreement be made public at least a week prior to the City Council’s meeting. He was also disappointed that the City Council was proceeding with this issue without any real analysis being done. Catherine Scott, 1510 Roosevelt, Ames, advocated for Option 3. She felt that it was very important for the City Council to approve the Master Plan prior to making any further decisions. Sue Ravenscoft, 405 Westwood, Ames, said that, in her opinion, there was only one reason to support the proposed mall, i.e., money. She urged the City Council to get more information, specifically clarity about Wolford Development’s plans. Ms. Ravenscoft cited a cost for extending CyRide service to the E.13th and I-35 site and said that if Wolford Development wants all the profits and the “monopoly power” from the mall, they should bear all the costs of the mall. Pam Sargent, 2129 Stevenson Drive, Ames, said that her biggest fear was that Wolford was going to come to Ames, develop a mall, that it would be half-empty, and that North Grand Mall would also be half-empty. She did want Wolford Development to be held accountable. In her opinion, and after talking to David Maahs from the Economic Development Commission, retail is not real important to the City of Ames. Mary Ann Lundy, 4316 Phoenix Street, Ames, stated that prime industrial sites are very important to the City and to change the zoning to Retail Commercial is a very important decision. She felt that financial backing and economic viability should be guaranteed and compliance with the Overlay District standards is absolutely necessary. She also felt that it was not too much to ask for the developer to present a Master Plan prior to rezoning approval. Ms. Lundy urged that the City Council consider supporting Option 3. Holly Fuchs, 806 Brookridge, Ames, encouraged the City Council to support Option 3. She felt that if the City were to allow the zoning to be changed from Industrial to Planned Retail Commercial, they should require proof of viability of the developer in the Zoning Agreement, so that the City “does not have a second VisionAire experience.” Ms. Fuchs said the developer could be required to prove that he still had solid commitments from four anchor stores that he claimed he had in 2003. She also alleged that Mr. Wolford used old data when the sales projections were made. In Ms. Fuchs’ opinion, agreeing on a Master Plan before agreeing to rezone the land is important. She again encouraged that the City Council consider including in the Zoning Agreement that local retailers not be required to lease space in other malls, that public space be made available; that a free speech area be designated through public right-of- way or easement, and that a bond to mitigate damage to Ketelsen Marsh be required of the developer Kay Berger, 4121 Dawes Drive, Ames, said that it was a very sad day today as the developer had convinced the City Council that building a new mall was going to make the City of Ames a better place to live. She pointed out that 3,000 citizens had signed a petition that urged the City to not allow a new mall east of I-35. Ms. Berger said that the mall issue should never have come this far. Jo Etzel, 2912 Wood Street, Ames, stressed that the City Council needed to keep in mind what’s best for the City, not the developer. If Option 2 is selected, Ms. Etzel urged the City Council to protect the interest of the City. She said that rezoning is key and they should make sure that the City is getting exactly what it wants. Gerald Johnson, 21973 - 570th Street, Ames, urged the City Council to move slowly with this issue. He pointed out that City staff said that this Regional Center would be needed by the Year 2025, so “they should take until then” to make this decision. Jeri Neal, 916 Ridgewood, Ames, said that she viewed the proposed rezoning of the subject land as the poorest of land choices. She urged the City Council to take a conservative course of action and support Option 3 or some version of Option 3 with “teeth in it.” Ms. Neal said she wanted the developer to provide a “safety net;” she would like to see the developer submit a Performance Bond that is based on the projected sales. Jamey Flegal clarified that rezoning was unanimously approved in Kallispel, Montana. After the zoning was in place, lawsuits were filed against the County. He stated that, in Kallispel, no department store had committed until the zoning was in place. Mr. Flegal said that, traditionally, department stores own their own buildings. He also pointed out that it is very difficult to get the final commitment from a retail establishment until the zoning is in place. Sue Ravenscroft replied that it was reported on the City’s web page that “Wolford was going to own and operate the development.” She also said that her information indicated that the Dillard’s department store had made an announcement in 2003 that they had made a commitment prior to rezoning. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Vegge, to approve Option 2 (Zoning Agreement finalized prior to rezoning specifying special requirements of the developer, and the Master Plan and Major Site Development Plan to be approved after rezoning). Council Member Cross asked if the City Council would review the Zoning Agreement prior to granting approval. Steve Schainker told the City Council that they would review the Zoning Agreement; however, they could give the staff specific direction on each issue prior to the staff discussing the Agreement with the developer. Vote on Motion: 5-1. Voting aye: Cross, Goodhue, Mahayni, Vegge, Wirth. Voting nay: Goodman. Motion declared carried. The meeting recessed at 9:25 p.m. and reconvened at 9:30 p.m. UNIVERSITY-IMPACTED AREA (UIA): Planner Jeff Benson explained what had transpired since May 2002, when the sub-area planning for the University-Impacted Area began. He said that a plan had been created and has been reviewed by the community via the City’s website and ten meetings. He presented the elements of the plan. Mr. Benson stated that the overall impact of the standards would be to concentrate the greatest residential density and building size in the UIA near the University and continue the current density and building size that exists in the surrounding area. John Lott, representing Jon Chester, advised that they are in favor of using parking as a limitation for building size. Regarding building height, they suggest limiting buildings to no more than five stories. Mr. Lott recommended that the City Council encourage the use of brick as the primary exterior building material on street facing elevations through the existing Urban Revitalization Program. He pointed out that the existing incentive also required 1.5 times the required landscaping. Mr. Lott would like to see the City eliminate the calculation for the number of units permitted on a site; parking would then be the sole determination for the number of units permitted on a site. Gloria Betcher, 531 Hayward Avenue, representing the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC), pointed out that the HPC had recommended approval of the Draft Plan for the University Impacted Area, but further recommended that the City budget for the work needed to begin the process to establish historic districts and landmarks. She informed the Council that the HPC planned to apply for Certified Local Government grant funds to assist with these costs; it will require a local match. Russ McCullough, 2054 Cessna, Ames, pointed out that the density is already set by lot size. He does support taller buildings in the Campustown Service District. He did have some concerns about off-street parking; he felt that the 1.5 requirement is too restrictive. Mr. McCullough said his main concern was the brick/tax abatement incentive relationship. He said that brick is not economically feasible for them, as builders. Mr. McCullough advised that requiring brick would stifle development. In the abatement language, it stated “brick and other masonry material,” but this Plan only stated brick. He stated that it is necessary to link the bedrooms to density; it is not needed to have a link between the parking and the density. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Cross, to refer the Draft Plan back to staff to present an analysis to the City Council on November 23 on the following items: (1) brick as the primary exterior building material, (2) building height, (3) residential building footprint, and (4) parking standards. Council Member Wirth said she preferred staff look at design standards to better screen rooftop equipment in some or all of the UIA. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Wirth, seconded by Mahayni, to direct staff to work with the Historic Preservation Commission to determine the scope of services and costs for consultant services to establish the historic context and survey appropriate buildings in the UIA and also to continue the dialogue with property owners in the Corridors of Emphasis on the implications of and interest in historic preservation. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. ELECTRIC SERVICES BOILER #8 TUBE REPAIR: Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Cross, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 04-497 approving an increase in Purchase Order No. 34670 to Heartland Energy Maintenance Co. to $118,776.65 to cover Boiler #8 Tube repair. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these minutes. METAL-ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR: Moved by Wirth, seconded by Goodhue, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 04-498 waiving formal bidding procedures and authorizing the purchase of metal-enclosed switchgear from WESCO in the amount of $125,966.14. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these minutes. PRESENTATION OF 2004 RESIDENT SATISFACTION SURVEY RESULTS: Assistant City Manager Sheila Lundt and Public Relations Officer Susan Gwiasda presented the results of the 2004 Resident Satisfaction Survey. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to accept the 2004 Resident Satisfaction Survey report. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. HEARING ON WESTBEND DRIVE AREA STORM SEWER OUTLET EROSION CONTROL PROGRAM: Mayor Tedesco opened the public hearing. No one wished to speak, and the hearing was closed. Moved by Goodman, seconded by Cross, to accept the report of no bids and refer back to staff to ascertain why no bids were submitted and what changes, if any, are needed in the plans, and to establish new bidding dates for the project. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. HEARING ON AMES WATER PLANT BULK WATER STATION: The hearing was opened by the Mayor and closed after no one asked to speak. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to reject all bids and direct staff to re-bid the project in early 2005. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. ORDINANCE REPEALING REQUIREMENT FOR HOMEOWNERS TO PROVIDE PROOF OF GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE WHEN ENGAGED IN CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES ON THEIR PERSONAL RESIDENCES: Moved by Goodman, seconded by Cross, to pass on second reading an ordinance repealing the requirement for homeowners to provide proof of general liability insurance when engaged in construction activities on their personal residences. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING PARKING PROHIBITIONS IN MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT MM: Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Mahayni, to pass on second reading an ordinance establishing parking prohibitions in Municipal Parking Lot MM. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Cross, to suspend the rules necessary for the adoption of an ordinance. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Cross, to pass on third reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 3809 establishing parking prohibitions in Municipal Parking Lot MM. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Ordinance declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these minutes. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING REGULATIONS FOR MINI- STORAGE WAREHOUSE FACILITIES IN THE HIGHWAY-ORIENTED COMMERCIAL (HOC) ZONE: Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Cross, to pass on second reading a Zoning Ordinance text amendment regarding regulations for mini-storage warehouse facilities in the Highway-Oriented Commercial (HOC) Zone. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. LINCOLN WAY TRUCK LOADING ZONE: Moved by Goodhue, seconded by Vegge, to pass on third reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 3807 revising the Lincoln Way truck loading zone. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Ordinance declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these minutes ORDINANCE REVISING PARKING REGULATIONS ON HOOVER AVENUE: Moved by Goodman, seconded by Cross, to pass on third reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 3808 revising parking regulations on Hoover Avenue. Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Ordinance declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these minutes. COMMENTS: Moved by Vegge, seconded by Cross, to place the Pedestrian Walkway Infill Program on the Council’s agenda of November 23, 2004. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Cross, seconded by Goodman, to refer to staff the letter from Stott & Associates regarding the DMACC Career Academy. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Cross, seconded by Goodhue, to change the second meeting date from December 28 to December 21, providing no major complications would result. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Wirth, seconded by Vegge, to direct staff to place the discussion of Overlay Ordinance on the Council’s agenda of November 23, 2004. Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Council Member Wirth stated, for the public record, that neither she nor her immediate family is associated with any construction firm.. Andrew Tugan advised that he would like to see City staff discuss off-street and on-street parking within the City of Ames. ADJOURNMENT: 10:54 p.m. ___________________________________ ____________________________________ Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ted Tedesco, Mayor