HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Special Meeting of the Ames City Council 02/04/1994MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL
AMES, IOWA FEBRUARY 4, 1994
The Ames City Council met in special session at 2:05 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 1994, in the
Council Chambers in the City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue, pursuant to law with Mayor Curtis presiding
and the following Council members present: Campbell, Parks, Tedesco and Wirth. Council
Members Brown and Hoffman arrived late.
FY 1994/95 BUDGET OVERVIEW: City Manager Steve Schainker stated that today's meeting
would focus on the big issues of this year's budget.
Alice Carroll, Finance Director, reviewed the breakdown of property taxes. She said the City's
share of residents' 1993-94 property taxes comprised 31.7% of the total, the School District's
share was 43.4%, and the County's share was 24.9%.
Council Members Hoffman and Brown arrived at 2:10 p.m.
Finance Director Carroll reviewed the valuation percentage increase from FY 1990-91 to the
present. There would be a 6.9% increase in FY 1994-95. Total new tax dollars being requested
is $789,848 with other revenues bringing the total amount to $1,035,323. Of this total amount,
$404,012 is needed for debt service; therefore, the total amount of new General Fund monies for
operations is $631,311. Of the $631,311, personal services total $388,341, and a health
insurance increase of 16% amounts to $126,397.
Ms. Carroll reviewed the Tax Levy Summary for 1993-94, the Tax Growth Summary for 1994-
95, Total Tax Levy from FY 1990-91 to the present, Debt Service Costs for 1994-95, and the
effect of Local Option Tax from FY 1990-91 to the present. She pointed out how the Local
Option Sales Tax funds provide property tax relief.
Carol Collings, Budget Officer, discussed the chart regarding cost of services per residence. She
reviewed the Road Use Tax revenues from FY 1987-88 to the present, changes in City
employment levels, comparison of City property tax valuations and total levies, and changes in
fees and service charges. City Manager Schainker noted that these fee and service charge
changes were included in the proposed budget.
Mayor Curtis called a recess at 3:25 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 3:34 p.m.
City Manager Schainker addressed the Parking Enterprise Fund, which may need to be pulled
from the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) due to funding deficiencies for this next fiscal year.
It would be up to Council to decide either to increase fees or decrease services in this area.
A Resource Recovery Finance Project Sheet was distributed to Council. The long-range
planning is based upon projected expenditures and revenues. Scale tipping fees will increase
from $30 to $35 per ton which will generate an additional $510,000 in revenues. The 1994-95
per capita will drop from $15 to $12 reflecting the shift from taxpayer support to a user-based
fee.
Discussion was held regarding the Water Utility. Up until two years ago, there had not been an
increase in the water utility since 1978. There were sufficient available balances in order to
perform capital improvements. Balances have been drawn down to the point where water utility
rates are not sufficient to cover operations in addition to future capital improvement projects.
At that time, it was recommended that two water rate increases were needed to generate more
money to the fund. It was determined that 33% more total revenue from metered sales was
needed, and it was projected out that in two years, a 40% increase was needed. A rate increase
is budgeted for July 1994. Council will not be asked to make a decision to approve the rate
increase by the end of the budget hearings. The process of allocating established rates among
customer classes will need to be addressed by City Council at a later date.
Tom Neumann, Director of the Water and Pollution Control Department, gave an overview of
what would happen if the City chose not to increase water utility rates. He reviewed the Draft
Rate Report on Water and Sewer Utility Finances which was distributed to Council. He
indicated that if no change in the rate structure was made, the City would incur over a $1.5
million deficit. Discussion was held regarding the summary of water rate proposals and the
different scenarios which could be used. Mr. Neumann further reviewed sewer services charges
as well as the summary of rate proposals.
City Manager Schainker stated that if the Council agreed to a 33% increase in rates, Staff would
come back with several options on how to achieve that percentage of increase.
COMMENTS: There were no comments.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL
AMES, IOWA FEBRUARY 8, 1994
The Ames City Council met in special session at 5:07 p.m. on Tuesday, February 8, 1994, in the
Council Chambers of the City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue, pursuant to law with Mayor Larry Curtis
presiding and the following members present: Campbell, Hoffman, Parks, Tedesco and Wirth.
Council Member Brown arrived late.
AMERICAN HEART MONTH: Mayor Curtis read a proclamation declaring the month of
February 1994 as American Hearth Month in the City of Ames. Julie Schlarman accepted the
proclamation.
CONSENT AGENDA: Moved by Campbell, seconded by Parks, to approve the following items
on the consent agenda:
Motion to approve payment of claims.
Motion to approve/deny the following liquor license renewal applications:
a. Class B Liquor - Hombres, 1206 S. Duff
b. Class E Liquor - Save U More, 538 S. Duff
RESOLUTION NO. 94-48 approving subordination of Affordable Housing Phase II mortgage
liens for properties at 619 Ken Maril Road and 6214 Duluth Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-49 approving plans and specifications for Park Maintenance Facility;
setting March 9, 1994, as bid due date and March 22, 1994, as date of hearing and award of
contract.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-50 waiving formal bidding requirements and allowing the purchase of
water meters and component parts from Badger Meter.
Roll call vote: 5-0. Resolutions declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and
hereby made a portion of these minutes.
HEARING ON SOUTH 16TH BOX CULVERT PROJECT: Mayor Curtis declared the public
hearing open. There being no one present wishing to testify, the public hearing was declared
closed.
Moved by Parks, seconded by Hoffman, to accept report of bids and delay award of contract for
the South 16th Box Culvert Project.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
HEARING ON SANITARY SEWER AND GRADING ON S.E. 5TH: Mayor Curtis declared
the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to testify, the public hearing was
declared closed.
Moved by Hoffman, seconded by Tedesco, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 94-51 finally approving
plans and specifications, accepting bids, and awarding contract to Van Hauen & Associates, Inc.,
in amount of $179,401.00.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and
hereby made a portion of these minutes.
DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT FOR SAM'S CLUB: Director of Public Works Paul Wiegand
gave an overview of the location for the proposed Sam's Club. Staff has been negotiating with
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., representatives concerning the development of a store to be located on
Airport Road. Mr. Wiegand indicated that Sam's Club would transfer needed right-of-way along
Airport Road for a reconstruction/widening project, and construct a storm sewer across their
property to carry stormwater to a new detention basin they will construct as compensation for
the transfer of a City-owned 4.7 parcel north of the site. Other negotiated concepts for the
agreement include: Sam's Club signing a waiver of assessments for their share of the street
reconstruction/widening project; Sam's Club will participate in the modifications needed at the
South Duff/Airport Road intersection; development of a future traffic signal at its main access
drive; and, the City will develop projects to reconstruct and widen Airport Road and to construct
turn lanes and modifications to the traffic signal at South Duff and Airport Road. Staff
recommends that the City Council approve the agreement with Sam's Club subject to Wal-Mart,
Inc., signing this agreement prior to execution by the City.
Moved by Campbell, seconded by Tedesco, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 94-52 approving the
agreement with Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., for the development of a Sam's Club subject to Wal-Mart
Stores, Inc., signing the agreement prior to Mayor Curtis signing on behalf of the City of Ames.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and
hereby made a portion of these minutes.
PROPOSED FY 1994/95 BUDGET: Moved by Campbell, seconded by Hoffman, to approve the
proposed budget for FY 94/95 for the City of Ames. (Vote will be taken on Tuesday, February
15, 1994.)
The Council heard reports on and discussed the proposed budgets for the Community
Enrichment Program, which included Recreational Opportunities and Parks; the Community
Protection Program, which included Law Enforcement Activities, and Fire Safety Activities; the
Transportation Program, which included the Street System, Traffic Control, Parking Operation,
Airport, Public Buildings, as well as Cemeteries.
Nancy Carroll, Parks and Recreation Director, reported on activities related to the City's
Wellness Program. She gave an overview of the different age groups participating in the
wellness classes. She indicated that there has been a steady increase in participants in the 40+
age group. Ms. Carroll introduced her department's staff.
Council Member Brown arrived at 5:30 p.m.
At this time, Jim Clark, owner of the Ames Total Fitness Center, spoke in regards to his belief
that the City's Wellness Program was encroaching into areas which were provided by the private
sector, and he felt that the wellness activities through the Parks and Recreation threatened his
livelihood. Mr. Clark had previously filed a lawsuit against the City, however, he dropped it in
return for an opportunity to speak before the Council regarding his concerns. He contended that
his business was at an unfair advantage due to tax subsidies received by the City for wellness
activities. Mr. Clark further contended that he could not compete with the City's advertising
strategies, which include utility mailing inserts as well as programming on the City's local
government channel. He stated that he did not want to see the City's wellness programs
abolished, but only that he be allowed an even playing field. Much discussion was held
regarding fee structures and the participation levels at Mr. Clark's business and through the
City's Wellness Program.
Jan Payer, 3810 South Duff, presented the Council with a petition in support of the Wellness
Program through the City.
Sharon Graznow, 2144 Stevenson Drive, stated that she felt very comfortable participating in
classes through the Parks and Recreation Department and urged the Council's support of them.
Jean Crovisier, 3901 Fletcher Boulevard, stated that after her retirement, she was very pleased
to find the Community Center facilities.
Cathy Ferris, 4322 Phoenix, indicated that she had been participating in the City's programs for
at least 10 years and liked what was offered. She hoped the Council would continue to support
these activities.
Leslie Perkins, 133 Beedle Drive, reported that she was a former member of the Ames Total
Fitness Center. She now looked towards the City's wellness classes for her activities.
Parks and Recreation Director Carroll discussed several other proponents of the department.
Daily admission to the Homewood Golf Course would increase by 25¢, and season tickets would
increase 5%. These increases would provide additional revenue of approximately $5,000 per
year. The Ames/ISU Ice Arena has been staying open year round, and this would generate more
income as well.
Fire Chief Mike Childs informed the Council that the City currently has arrangements made
through the HazMat Team in Des Moines to assist in the clean up of hazardous material spills.
However, the City's annual fee for these arrangements would be approximately $50,000 with a
total cost from Story County of $82,000. Discussion was held on forming a local team and
various other alternatives.
Council Member Brown left the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
While discussing the parking operation portion of the proposed budget, Public Works Director
Paul Wiegand informed the Council that the Tic Fac parking lot by the Public Library needed
to be addressed in order to provide more parking in the downtown area.
COMMENTS: There were no comments.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL
AMES, IOWA
FEBRUARY 9, 1994
The Ames City Council met in special session at 5:05 p.m. on Wednesday, February 9, 1994, in the
Council Chambers of the City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue, pursuant to law with Mayor Larry Curtis
presiding and the following members present: Campbell, Parks, Tedesco, and Wirth. Council
Member Hoffman arrived late. Council Member Brown was absent.
CHANGE ORDER FOR STANGE SUBSTATION: Moved by Tedesco, seconded by Campbell,
to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 94-53 approving a change order on contract with Southwest
Electric Company for Stange Substation Transformer Repair in the amount of $36,286.00.
Roll Call Vote: 4-0. Resolution declared carred unanimously, signed by the Mayor and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
REQUEST FROM ALPHA PHI SORORITY: Moved by Campbell, seconded by Parks, to
approve the request from Alpha Phi Sorority to allow under-age persons on the premises of the
Coliseum while alcohol is being served on February 18, 1994, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00
midnight.
Vote on Motion: 4-0. Motion declared carrried unanimously.
PROPOSED FY 1994/95 BUDGET: The City Council heard reports on and discussed the
proposed budgets for the Transit System portion of the Transportation Program, the Utilities and
Physical Environment Program, which included Electric Utility, Resource Recovery,
Wastewater Disposal, Stormwater Diversion, Water Utility, Water Production, and Wastewater
Treatment.
Council Member Hoffman arrived at 5:07 p.m.
While discussing the proposed Resource Recovery program budget, Public Works Director Paul
Wiegand indicated that a plant renovation will take place in the spring of 1995, and with the
longer down time, garbage would be diverted to the Boone County landfill.
Discussion was held regarding the creation of a new storm water utility fee which would be paid
by users of the City's utilities. The $1.00 monthly fee would create additional revenue in order
to fund regular maintenance as well as operations.
Mayor Curtis called a recess at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 7:35 p.m.
Tom Neumann, Director of the Water and Pollution Control Department, noted that State
regulations were making it increasingly more difficult and expensive to dispose of lime sludge.
Mr. Neumann also updated the Council on rate study projections saying an increase is proposed
in the water utility for July 1994.
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AMES, IOWA
FEBRUARY 10, 1994
The Ames City Council met in special session at 5:05 p.m., February 10, 1994, in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall/Community Center, pursuant to law, with Mayor Curtis presiding and
the following members present: Campbell, Hoffman, Parks, Tedesco and Wirth. Council Member
Brown arrived at 5:10 p.m.
FLOOD RECOVERY ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN: Vanessa Baker-Latimer, Housing
Coordinator for the City of Ames presented a plan which the City of Ames as well as Story and
Boone Counties would use in purchasing flood damaged homes. She explained that because of
continuous regulation changes during her efforts to develop this plan over the past several
months, the plan had been delayed, and she expressed a desire to finalize the plan as soon as
possible so that the City as well as the home owners could progress. She explained the program
and what the participants of the program would have to follow. She also informed Council that
the agreement would be subject to further changes from HUD.
City Manager Steve Schainker informed the Council of some of the deductions and salvage
requests that the City has dealt with as well as a safety issue of people entering the properties
during the demolition process.
David Slater, 1306 Johnson, stated his sorrow for the difficulties that the salvaging of some of
the homes had created. He also suggested that letters from the Mayor and Council Members
addressed to the Governor might stop the additional regulations that the City continued to face.
Mr. Slater thanked Ms. Baker-Latimer for all her efforts in this matter.
Moved by Wirth, seconded by Parks, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 94-54 approving the Flood
Recovery Administrative Plan.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and
hereby made a portion of these minutes.
PROPOSED FY 1994/95 BUDGET: The Council heard reports on and discussed the proposed
budgets for the Community Enrichment Program, which included Library Operations, Risk
Management, Health Benefits, Equipment Maintenance and Purchase, Public Information, Cable
TV, City Attorney, Human Resources, Long Range Planning, Current Planning, Leased
Housing, Affordable Housing, Flood Recovery Program, Economic Development, Flood
Disaster Activity, Financial Services, Information Services, Purchasing Services, Printing,
Messenger, Customer Services, Parking Violation Collection, City Council, Executive
Management, and City Clerk.
Paul Hinderaker, Director of Equipment Services, noted a change on page 318 in the 1993/94
Adjusted column under Capital which should read $28,340. He also informed Council that
because of an increase in electronic controls on vehicles, more servicing is being done by outside
companies.
Dan Edwards, Cable TV Coordinator, noted changes on page 244 regarding the 1993/94 General
Fund which should show zero fund support, the Cable TV Franchise column should show
$122,000 instead of $110,000, and the Interest Earnings should show $579 instead of $21. Also,
the 1994/95 Manager Recommended General Fund should show a zero balance. These changes
were a result in the appropriation of franchise fees.
Council recessed at 6:54 p.m. and reconvened at 6:59 p.m..
John Klaus, City Attorney, answered questions in reference to the Process Server position and
stated that even though there has been a decline in the number of processes served, they do not
want to eliminate the position at this time. He stated that their feeling is that perhaps the
community has been made aware that unpaid fines will be pursued and therefore the need to
utilize the Process Server is decreasing and at this time they are looking at other opportunities
for this position. He stated that this is not a job that Police Officers should be handling.
Council Member Wirth left the meeting.
Brian O'Connell, Director of Planning Housing, asked Council to review some of the current
fees and suggested that a fee increase might be in order since it had been three or four years
since the last increase in development fees.
COMMENTS: Mayor Curtis called Council's attention to the Stormwater Utility Ordinance
distributed to Council for review.
Assistant to the City Manager Sheila Lundt informed Council that on Monday, March 21, 1994,
at 5:00 p.m., there will be an ASSET Joint Funders meeting held in the United Way building to
discuss staffing problems. She urged as many Council Members to attend this meeting as
possible.
Mayor Curtis stated that the Budget Wrap-up Session would be held on Tuesday, February 15,
at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AMES, IOWA
FEBRUARY 15, 1994
The Ames City Council met in special session at 5:05 p.m., February 15, 1994, in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall/Community Center, pursuant to law, with Mayor Curtis presiding and
the following members present: Campbell, Hoffman, Tedesco and Wirth. Council Member Parks
arrived late. Council Member Brown was absent.
REQUEST FROM VEISHEA '94: A representative of the VEISHEA 1994 Committee requested
that the City Council provide financial assistance in the amount of $600 for the Emmy Gifford
Children's Theater of Omaha, Nebraska, to perform a musical on George Washington Carver's
life. The performance will be planned in conjunction with VEISHEA festivities for this year.
A grant from the Alvin Edgar Fund through the Iowa State University will fund 75% of the
expenses. Staff indicated that the City's Human Relations Commission members strongly
supported the efforts of this event in order to provide multicultural activities for the VEISHEA
celebration. Discussion was held regarding other funding sources and whether those avenues
had been pursued.
Council Member Parks arrived at 5:12 p.m.
Moved by Wirth, seconded by Tedesco, to approve a request from VEISHEA 1994 for funding
of $600 from the Contingency Fund for financial assistance for the Emmy Gifford Children's
Theater presentation of "Carver" subject to VEISHEA 1994 obtaining grant funding from the
Alvin Edgar Fund for the remainder of the costs.
Vote on Motion: 3-2. Voting Aye: Parks, Tedesco, Wirth. Voting Nay: Campbell, Hoffman.
Absent: Brown. (Motion carried.)
RADIO COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT: City Manager Steve Schainker informed those
present that Electronic Engineering Company, the present lessor of the two-way radio
communications equipment to the City, has submitted a proposal to replace all existing
equipment with a better communications system. This proposed system would take advantage
of new, improved radio technology and allow better communications with other agencies.
Moved by Tedesco, seconded by Hoffman, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 94-55 accepting the
proposal from Electronic Engineering Company to provide two-way radio communications
equipment for use by the City of Ames with a 10-year unit price guarantee.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared carried unanimously, signed by the Mayor and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
CITY CLERK POSITION: Council Member Sharon Wirth read a resolution which was before
them regarding duties of the City Clerk and who would assume those responsibilities in the
absence of the Clerk for two weeks or more. A designated employee from the City Clerk's
Office shall be paid at the rate of 95% of the City Clerk's salary per annum for such times.
Moved by Hoffman, seconded by Wirth, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 94-56 pertaining to leaves
of absence of the City Clerk.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared carried unanimously, signed by the Mayor and hereby
made a portion of these minutes.
BUDGET WRAP-UP: Sheila Lundt, Assistant to the City Manager, reported on ASSET's
recommendations for human services funding. She noted that the Government of the Student
Body (GSB) would make an additional $2,800 available and indicated where those monies
would go. Ms. Lundt further reported that there was $45,000 additional monies available to
ASSET through all of the funders, and she gave a breakdown of the amounts. The City had an
increase of $17,911 available to human services agencies, an additional $30,000 in Local Option
revenues were available to ASSET through the County, and additional GSB funding was $7,800.
Ms. Lundt explained that United Way funds available to the process dropped by a total of
$27,706. At this time, she highlighted new and expanded service areas for City funding. Total
recommended funding allocations were as follows: City - $572,014; County - $1,555,188;
United Way - $396,500; Government of the Student Body - $145,300.
Ruth Swenson, City's representative on ASSET, stated that the hearing process was painful this
year with each agency making a very strong case for funding dollars. She expressed concern
regarding the decrease in United Way's allocations and felt the organization owed the public an
explanation regarding this decrease.
Frankee Oleson, Chairperson of Commission On The Arts (COTA), reported on COTA's
recommendations for arts funding. She stated that the Commission could have used more dollars
this year for funding allocations, however, they were aware that this was a very difficult budget
year. Total funding recommendations totalled $64,629.
Cindy Stark, member of the Public Art Policy and Acquisition Commission (PAPAC), reviewed
the Commission's request of $15,450. Of those funds, $15,000 would be used towards various
projects, and $450 would be spent on operational expenses.
Lynette Pohlmann, Chairperson of PAPAC, explained long-range plans for incorporating public
art within the community.
Council Member Wirth expressed her discomfort at approving $15,450, given that the City does
not fund any other boards or commissions at this level. She felt the Council needed to look at
giving equal consideration to other boards within the City.
Howard Thiel asked that City Manager Schainker resubmit to the Council a letter which he
originally sent October 15, 1993, regarding the lease of land for parking in the Campustown
area. Council Member Parks stated that it would be appropriate to finalize the Campustown
development project prior to the City acting on Mr. Thiel's proposal. Council felt it might be
more appropriate to discuss this proposal during next year's budget hearings.
Moved by Wirth, seconded by Tedesco, to increase the following salaries for the employees
directly responsible to the City Council for FY 1994/95: City Manager - 5%; City Attorney -
5%; City Clerk - 4%.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Wirth, seconded by Hoffman, to approve the allocation of $1,000 from Local Option
Taxes to the Ames International Partner Cities Association, Inc.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Campbell, seconded by Tedesco, to allocate $15,450 from Local Option Taxes for
public art funding and operational expenses as requested by the Public Art Policy and
Acquisition Commission.
Vote on Motion: 2-3. Voting Aye: Campbell, Parks. Voting Nay: Hoffman, Tedesco, Wirth.
Absent: Brown. (Motion failed.)
Moved by Wirth, seconded by Hoffman, to allocate $5,000 from Local Option Taxes for public
art funding and operational expenses to the Public Art Policy and Acquisition Commission.
Moved by Tedesco, seconded by Campbell, to amend the motion by changing the allocation
amount to $7,500.
Vote on Motion: 3-2. Voting Aye: Campbell, Parks, Tedesco. Voting Nay: Hoffman, Wirth.
Absent: Brown. (Motion carried.)
Vote on Motion as Amended: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Wirth, seconded by Campbell, to allocate $35,000 for repaving and remarking the
Ames Public Library parking lot with $32,737 coming from the General Fund and $2,263
coming from Local Option Tax revenues.
Vote on Motion: 3-2. Voting Aye: Campbell, Hoffman, Wirth. Voting Nay: Parks, Tedesco.
Absent: Brown. (Motion carried.)
Moved by Campbell, seconded by Hoffman, to increase cable television revenue by $12,000
with an increase of $7,469 for FY 1994/95 and $4,531 for the current fiscal year's adjusted
budget.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Campbell, seconded by Wirth, to reduce the aquatics budget by $12,000 from
municipal pool maintenance amount.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Tedesco, seconded by Campbell, to initiate the $1.00 per month stormwater utility
service fee, to direct Staff not to charge ongoing overhead costs in order to maintain the fund,
and to review this utility service fee in three years in order to ascertain if expenses are being
covered by the fee.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Tedesco, seconded by Wirth, to amend General Obligation bond funding to $510,000
for storm sewer capital improvements projects.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Tedesco, seconded by Campbell, to delay the capital improvement project for the
paving of Bloomington Road from Hoover to Grand Avenue.
Vote on Motion: 1-4. Voting Aye: Tedesco. Voting Nay: Campbell, Hoffman, Parks, Wirth.
(Motion failed.)
Mayor Pro Tem Parks called a recess at 7:20 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 7:25 p.m.
Finance Director Alice Carroll reported that the total levy is $9.76615 per $1,000 valuation,
which equates to a 3.1% increase over last year.
Vote on Motion to approve the proposed FY 1994/95 budget as amended (motion from February
4 meeting): 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Campbell, seconded by Wirth, to set February 22, 1994, as the date of hearing on the
proposed budget for FY 1994/95 for the City of Ames.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
Moved by Hoffman, seconded by Wirth, to set March 8, 1994, as the date of the second and final
public hearing on the proposed budget for FY 1994/95 for the City of Ames.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. (Motion declared carried unanimously.)
COMMENTS: The City Council thanked City Staff for all of their efforts in preparation for the
FY 1994/95 budget.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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Jill Ripperger, Acting City Clerk Larry R. Curtis, Mayor