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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/21/93June 21, 1993 The Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, met in Regular Session at City Hall Council Chambers, Waterloo, Iowa, at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, June 21, 1993. Mayor Albert C. Manning, Jr. in the Chair. Roll Call: Dell, Fox, Angel, Wright, Budak, Lemke. Absent: Buck. Invocation by: Councilperson Willie Mae Wright Pledge of Allegiance: City Attorney Jim Walsh Angie Wreitz, representing the Muscular Dystrophy Association, presented the Waterloo Fire Department a Certificate of Recognition for their assistance in raising funds for the MDA Telethon. Fire Fighter Rick Gesie received the award on behalf of the Fire Department. Mayor Manning read a resolution of thank you presented by the Muscular Dystrophy Association. 101366 - Moved by Dell, seconded by Wright that the Agenda, as amended, for the Regular Session on Monday, June 21, 1993, at 7:00 p.m., and the Minutes of the Special Session on Thursday, June 10, 1993 at 4:00 p.m. and the Minutes of the Regular Session on Monday, June 14, 1993, at 7:00 p.m., be accepted and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. HEARINGS 101367 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Budak that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request of Richard G. Arenholz and Donald W. Bahl to sell and convey Disposal Parcels C and D generally located in the 600 block of Ansborough Avenue for $60,000 in conjunction with Ansborough Avenue Reconstruction, as published in the Waterloo Courier on June 11, 1993, be received and placed on file. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101368 - HOLD HEARING --This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral objections and there were none. Don Temeyer, Planning and Development Director, stated that said parcels are located on Ansborough Avenue between Bismark and Stratford Avenues and are approximately one-half block wide. A new building will be built on said parcels. The property has been for sale for several years. Eighty-five percent of the proceeds will be resubmitted to the federal government with the City retaining the remainder. (This property was purchased for Interstate Substition Project.) Moved by Budak, seconded by Angel that the hearing be closed and the recommendation of approval of the Transportation staff and oral comments be received and placed on file. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101369 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Dell that "Resolution authorizing sale and conveyance of Disposal Parcels C and D generally located in the 600 block of Ansborough Avenue to Richard G. Arenholz and Donald W. Bahl for $60,000, plus costs", be adopted and City Attorney instructed to prepare and deliver a deed accordingly. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-370. 101370 - Moved by Wright, seconded by Lemke that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request of Allen Memorial Hospital to vacate, sell and convey portions of street rights of way generally located in Wainer Heights Addition for $9,175.55, as published in the Waterloo Courier on June 14, 1993, be received and placed on file. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101371 - HOLD HEARING --This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral objections and there were none. Don Temeyer, Planning and Development Director, stated that said platted streets are unopened. In exchange, Allen Hospital has agreed to deed seven feet of property along the northerly edge of Donald Street for future right-of-way needs. The net difference in the property exchange results in the City receiving $9,175.55. June 21, 1993 Hearings- continued Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell Page 2 that the hearing be closed and the recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral comments be received and placed on file. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101372 - Moved by Dell, seconded by Fox that "an Ordinance vacating portions of street rights of way generally located in Walner Heights Addition", be received, placed on file, considered and passed for the first time. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101373 - Moved by Wright, seconded by Dell that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be suspended. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101374 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Fox that the following ordinance be recorded as having been considered and passed for the second and third times and now placed on its final adoption. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101375 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Wright that "an Ordinance vacating portions of street rights of way generally located in Wainer Heights Addition", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 3949. 101376 - Moved by Wright, seconded by Dell that "Resolution authorizing sale and conveyance of portions of street rights of way generally located in Wainer Heights Addition to Allen Memorial Hospital for $9,175.55, plus costs", be adopted and City Attorney instructed to prepare and deliver a deed accordingly. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-371. PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC 101377 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Angel that communication from City Planner transmitting request of Mike Regan to vacate the northerly eight foot utility easement generally located along the north and east sides of 419 Valley Drive, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission, be received, placed on file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as July 12, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on the above described request", be adopted and Acting Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-372. 101378 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Angel that communication from City Planner transmitting request of Steve Lentzkow to vacate the eight foot utility easement generally located along the southeasterly side of 1013 Bell Street, together with recommendation of approval of Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission, be received, placed on file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as July 12, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on the above described request", be adopted and Acting Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-373. June 21, 1993 Petitions from Public - continued 101379 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Angel Page 3 that communication from City Planner transmitting request of Molo Oil to vacate, sell and convey the east -west alley generally located between W. First Street and W. Mullan Avenue, north of Jefferson Street for $13,140, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission, be received, placed on file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as July 12, 1993, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on the above described request", be adopted and Acting Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-374. 101380 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Angel that communication from City Engineer transmitting request of Brian D. Miller for a concrete driveway to be located at 1503 Lyon Avenue, together with recommendation of approval, be received, placed on file and "Resolution approving said request", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-375. 101381 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Angel that communication from City Planner transmitting request of Grace United Methodist Church, 633 Walnut Street, to vacate, sell and convey the remaining 240 feet of the north -south alley and to sell and convey the entire 300 foot alley generally located along the easterly side of the church parking lot for $1,000, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission, be received, placed on file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as July 12, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on the above described request", be adopted and Acting Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-376. 101382 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Angel that communication from City Planner transmitting request of Comprehensive Systems, Inc. to amend the Zoning Ordinance, as amended, as it pertains to allowing group homes for the mentally retarded to have intermediate care for up to eight people in all residential areas, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission, be received, placed on file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as July 12, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on the above described request", be adopted and Acting Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-377. DOCUMENTS 101383 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Lemke that communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting completion of project and recommendation of acceptance of work performed by Reiley Construction Co., Inc. in conjunction with F.Y. 1993 Salvaged Asphalt Crushing, Contract No. 446, be received, placed on file and "Resolution approving said document", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-378. 101384 - Eric Thorson, City Engineer, stated that this change order covers the extra work associated with a conflict between a storm sewer and telephone cable and fiber- optic line located along West Fourth Street. Relocation of the fiber-optic line could delay the project up to three months; therefore, it has been proposed that the storm sewer be lowered approximately 11 to 2 feet to avoid conflicts with U.S. West Communications facilities. Mr. Thorson stated that the extra cost would be covered by Federal Highway Demonstration Project, with the 20 percent local participation covered by U.S. West Communications. June 21, 1993 Documents - continued Moved by Budak, seconded by Lemke Page 4 that communication from Associate Engineer transmitting Change Order/Extra Work Order No. 14 for a net increase of $27,181.94 for work to be performed by Cedar Valley Corporation in conjunction with Sixth Street Extension, IX -6604(3)--79-07, be received, placed on file and approved and Mayor and Acting Clerk authorized to execute same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101385 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Lemke that communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance from Nielsen Building Systems Inc. of Racine, Wisconsin in the amount of $164,829.00 in conjunction with F.Y. 1993 Hazardous Material Training Tower, Contract No. 459, be received, placed on file and "Resolution approving said documents", be adopted and Mayor and Acting Clerk authorized to execute same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-379. RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED 101386 - In response to a question from Ross Blow, Acting City Clerk Michelle Temeyer reported that the certification of unpaid sewer and garbage bills reflects unpaid bills through December 31, 1992. An actual certified amount will be provided to Mr. Blow and Council Members when available and prior to certification. Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution authorizing certification against property taxes certain unpaid garbage and sewer bills", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-380. 101387 - Bruce Meisinger, Budget Analyst, provided a brief explanation of each of the transfers listed. These end -of -the -year transfers are in conformance with the budget and reflect actual costs or services provided to other funds. In response to a question from Councilperson Angel, John Meyer, Public Works Director, reported that Central Garage is supported with funds from the Road Use Tax Fund, Solid Waste Fund and Sewer Rental Fund totaling $503,000 of its $560,000 budget. This reflects work done on vehicles for departments supported by these revenues. Mr. Meyer reported that accurate time and material records are kept to reflect actual costs to each fund. Two general fund mechanics maintain the Police Department fleet. Councilperson Lemke emphasized that these transfers provide an audit trail to reflect actual costs. Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the East Park Assessment District the sum of $16,685.90 to the Debt Service Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-381. 101388 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Trust and Agency Fund the sum of $456,000 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-382. 101389 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Tax Increment Financing Fund the sum of $38,608.95 to the Debt Service Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-383. June 21, 1993 Resolutions to be Adopted - continued 101390 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell Page 5 that "Resolution transferring from the Road Use Tax Fund the sum of $274,813 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-384. 101391 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Solid Waste Fund the sum of $233,422 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-385. 101392 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Sewer Rental Fund the sum of $188,609 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-386. 101393 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Motor Vehicle Parking Fund the sum of $61,203 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-387. 101394 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Sewer Rental Fund the sum of $85,657 to the Road Use Tax Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-388. 101395 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Solid Waste Fund the sum of $49,485 to the Road Use Tax Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-389. 101396 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Motor Vehicle Parking Fund the sum of $12,267 to the Road Use Tax Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-390. 101397 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Sewer Fund the sum of $6,900; from the Road Use Fund the sum of $3,000; from the Sanitation Fund the sum of $3,000 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-391. 101398 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Local Option Sales Tax Fund the sum of $3,650.19 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-392. 101399 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Dell that "Resolution transferring from the Street Reconstruction Fund the sum of $20,000.00 to the General Fund", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-393. June 21, 1993 Resolutions to be Adopted - continued 101400 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Wright Page 6 that the Tax Exemption Certificate for the $5,075,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 1993A, be received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101401 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Wright that "Resolution amending Resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance of $4,775,000 General Obligation Bonds and levying a tax to pay said bonds passed and approved on March 22, 1993", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-394. 101402 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Wright that the Tax Exemption Certificate for $3,525,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 1993B (Refunding Issuance), be received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101403 - Moved by Budak, seconded by Wright that "Resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance of $3,525,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 1993B, and levying a tax to pay said bonds", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-395. ORDINANCE TO BE ADOPTED 101404 - Moved by Dell, seconded by Budak that "an Ordinance amending the 1988 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, by repealing Subsection 16-8)a), Regarding Fees for Services, of Chapter 16, Garbage and Refuse; and by enacting in lieu thereof a new Subsection 16-8(a), Regarding Fees for Service, to Chapter 16, Garbage and Refuse (garbage fees)", be received, placed on file, considered and pass for the third time. Prior to a vote on the above motion, the following discussion was heard. Councilperson Dell questioned whether curbside recycling would be available by January 1, 1994. In response, John Meyer, Public Works Director, stated that implementation hinges on cash availability for capital equipment for said program. A grant application has been submitted that would provide for equipment. Councilperson Angel stated that she had been called by a constituent urging that when the City goes to a volume -based rate, that residents not be charged for services they do not utilize. Ross Blow, 320 Oak Park Circle, speaking as an individual and as a representative of the Landlords of Iowa and approximately 200 rental units, stated that it is not good business practice to implement a volume -based rate with so many questions left unanswered. Specifically, he questioned how the City would handle the policing and vandalism problems that result from such a system. Such items need serious discussion prior to implementation. He also questioned why residents are being penalized for the core sand that Deere's Foundry deposits at the landfill. In response, Mr. Meyer reported that the City Council has no jurisdiction over landfill items. He reported that John Deere has decreased their disposal of core sand at the landfill by 50 percent, using much of it in cement making. It is also used at the landfill as a cover material. Mr. Meyer reported that a citizens committee addressed the issues reported by Mr. Blow. As a part of the implementation plan, revenues generated from fees will provide individuals who will enforce city ordinances concerning random dumping. Mr. Meyer emphasized that the City is not going into a volume -based rate blindly and has anticipated many of the problems suggested above. Time will tell if enforcement is effective, and steps will be taken to correct as needed. June 21, 1993 Page 7 Ordinance to be Adopted - continued Mr. Blow questioned whether violators can be turned in and prosecuted if found to be in violation of city ordinances. Mr. Meyer noted that the ordinances are in place, but it is the responsibility of the court system to convict violators and levy a fine. The City has been somewhat unsuccessful in prosecuting violators as the magistrate court has been very lenient on said violators. Mr. Blow urged that the City reinstate the Operation Pride Program. He also suggested that it may be cheaper for private citizens to employ a private hauler rather than pay City fees for garbage collection. Mary Lichty, 535 W. Wellington, questioned why the City was going to a volume - based rate. She questioned what other large cities in the state are doing concerning state requirements. She also questioned why the City is moving in this direction if there will be no improvement in services. John Woods, representing the Landlords of Iowa, stated that there are too many gray areas for the City to proceed with the volume -based rate. He questioned whether the base rate would be adjusted to reflect greater or lesser costs than anticipated. He reported that the status -quo in the community are already financially overburdened and this additional rate will be difficult for many to absorb. He stated that he has discussed several of the enforcement problems with the Health Department, and that many potential problems remain. He also questioned how the City would deal with persons who would steal tags and leave an unsuspecting customer with his garbage not picked up because the tags had been stolen. He also stated that he has signed contracts with many of his tenants and urged that this ordinance become effective July 1, 1994 rather than January 1, 1994. Barbara Blow, 320 Oak Park Circle, also asked that the City bill tenants monthly for water, sewer and garbage services. Councilperson Budak stated that all of the comments received would be taken into consideration, particularly large families, prior to implementation of the volume - based rate. Mr. Meyer stated that the administrative policies and procedures will be amended to reflect the changes in garbage collection pick-up. Ayes: Five. Nays: Wright. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101405 - Moved by Dell, seconded by Angel that "an Ordinance amending the 1988 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, by repealing Subsection 16-8)a), Regarding Fees for Services, of Chapter 16, Garbage and Refuse; and by enacting in lieu thereof a new Subsection 16-8(a), Regarding Fees for Service, to Chapter 16, Garbage and Refuse (garbage fees)", be adopted. Ayes: Five. Nays: Wright. Absent: Buck. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 3950. BILLS PAYMENT 101406 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Wright that "Resolution approving Schedule A918, pp. 1-43, in the amount of $660,187.24, dated June 21, 1993, copies of which are on file in the Clerk/Auditor's office", be adopted. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-396. NEW BUSINESS 101407 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Dell that communication from City Planner transmitting proposed ordinance creating "H- C" Highway Corridor Overlay District along U.S. Highway 20, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission, be received, placed on file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as July 12, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on the above proposed ordinance", be adopted and Acting Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 1993-397. June 21, 1993 Page 8 New Business - continued 101408 - Bernie McKinley, representing Cedar Valley Partnership, asked that the City transfer the CEBA application to the City of Cedar Falls since Medical Technology, Inc. has decided to locate their business in the City of Cedar Falls. Moved by Fox, seconded by Dell that communication from Cedar Valley Partnership transmitting request of Medical Technology, Inc. to transfer CEBA application award to the City of Cedar Falls be received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. 101409 - Mayor Manning announced that the City will operate a drop-off location for storm damaged brush and trees caused by the storm of June 17, 1993. The drop-off site is located off of Hawthorne Street in the Mitchell Sand Pit area. The site will be in operation beginning on Tuesday, June 22, 1993 and will extend through Saturday, July 10, 1993. The facility will be open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The site will be closed on Monday, July 5, for the Independence Day holiday. Only tree branches, limbs, and similar material should be brought to the site. Materials may be brought in any type of containers or simply brought in a loose fashion. All containers will be returned to the customers for re -use. Limbs and branches will need to be unloaded by those bringing the material to the site. Materials larger than four (4) inches should be kept separate from other smaller brush. A separate pile will be generated which will be made available for those seeking firewood. Commercial haulers and those with large truck loads of material are urged to take them directly to the county composting facility located adjacent to the landfill. A tipping fee will be charged. Material from trees located between the curbline and the front property line will be disposed of by the City Parks and Forestry Department. However, due to budgetary constraints, there will be no overtime hours worked and it may take four to six weeks before all materials from these areas are collected. The cost for providing the drop-off site will be paid for out of the garbage fund. Moved by Fox, seconded by Dell that communication from Public Works Director transmitting a proposed drop-off site for storm damaged brush and tree limits to be located off of Hawthorne Street in the Mitchell Avenue sand pit area beginning Tuesday, June 22, 1993 and extending through Saturday, July 10, 1993, be received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. TRAVEL REQUESTS 101410 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Dell that the following travel request, with expenses not to exceed amount shown, be receive, placed on file and approved: 1. Gary Simmons, Superintendent of Water Pollution/Flood Control, to attend WEF 1993 Annual Conference & Exhibition in Anaheim, California on October 2-7, 1993, with costs not to exceed $1,412.00. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS 101411 - Moved by Fox, seconded by Dell that the following beer and liquor license permit applications be received, placed on file and approved and endorsed applications forwarded to the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department: 1. Beer License Permit Application Class C Pony Express, 9 North Elk Run Road (New) (Expires 7/1/94) (Includes Sunday Sales) Osco Drug, 2060 Crossroad Boulevard (Renewal) (Expires 7/24/94) (Includes Sunday Sales) Osco Drug, 3727 University Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 7/24/94) (Includes Sunday Sales) June 21, 1993 Miscellaneous - continued 2. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application Class C Light House Lounge, 1307 West 5th Street (New Owner) (Expires 6/29/94) Miscellaneous - continued Page 9 3. Liquor License Permit Application Class A Eagles Club, 202 East 1st Street (Renewal) (Expires 7/1/94) (Includes Sunday Sales) Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. BONDS 101412 - Moved by Angel, seconded by Wright that the report of the City Attorney and list of bonds filed with the Clerk/Auditor through June 21, 1993, be received, placed on file and report and bonds approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. ORAL PRESENTATIONS 101413 - Dorothy Carter, 435 Conger Street, advised City officials that the house at 437 Conger Street has been vacant since 1988 and is unsightly. Trees and shrubs and overgrowth of grass are unsightly. She asked that action be taken on this matter. Paul Robinson, 1011 Rainbow Drive, presented pictures of damage to his property during the heavy rains on June 17, 1993. Storm water did significant damage to his property, and he asked that action be taken to alleviate similar situations in the future. Don Temeyer, Planning and Development Director, noted that the storm sewer in the area is undersized and with the significant rainfalls during the past few months, the ground is saturated and existing storm sewer systems are incapable of handling the near 100 year rainfalls we are experiencing. The City recognizes the need to make the necessary repairs as contained in a storm sewer study of the basin. As funds become available for these items, improvements are anticipated. In response to a question from Councilperson Budak, it was noted that federal grants are not available for improvements in the area. Councilperson Dell asked that staff provide a written report to the City Council concerning this matter. Councilperson Angel thanked the Street Department for promptly responding and cleaning brush in the culverts in the areas to relieve potential future damage. Moved by Dell, seconded by Wright that the above oral comments be received, placed on file and the Council adjourn at 8:38 p.m. Ayes: Six. Absent: Buck. Motion carried. Michelle Temeyer Acting City Clerk