HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-14-2012 Parks and Recreation CommissionAGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012
RECREATION CENTER
MEETING ROOM B
5:00 p.m. Call to order
Approval of minutes from meeting of September 11, 2012
5:03 p.m. Public discussion of any item not on the agenda
5:05 p.m. Chadek Property Discussion
5:15 p.m. After School Program — Aaron Krohmer
5:30 p.m. Recreation Revenues
5:45 p.m. Neighborhood Open Space Review
5:50 p.m. Recreation Division Report
5:55 p.m. Parks Division Report
6:00 p.m. Directors Report
• TTRA UpdateNendors
• Ashton House/Normandy Drive Update
• Court Hill Scott Trail Update
• Budget Update
6:15 p.m. Chairs Report
6:20 p.m. Commission Time/Suggestions for Future Agenda Items
6:30 p.m. Adjournment
MINUTES DRAFT
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 12, 2012
ROBERT A. LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER — MEETING ROOM B
Members Present: David Bourgeois, Clay Claussen, Maggie Elliott, Allie Gnade,
Cara Hamann, Aaron Krohmer, Lucie Laurian, John Westefeld,
Joe Younker
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Mike Moran, Chad Dyson
Others Present: Gary Allan, Anne Banes, Laurel Bar, Anne Bartels, Norma
Baughman, Elizabeth Beltz, Jeanette Chadek Fulton, Becky Couch, Gary Davisson,
Cynthia Diltz, Judy Dobson, Richard Dobson, Libby Drop, Susan Eberly, Lorna Fesler,
Gregg Geerdes, Jerry Gerard, Kathryn Hall, Joan Hayward, Scotty Hayward, Del
Holland, Joan Jehle, Dan Katalinich, Rich Kindl, Dolores Krotz, Robert Kuchlbauer,
Dorothy Lunning, Teresa McAndrews, Joye McKusick, Jim Megan, Joellen Megan,
Terri Miller Chait, David Minehart, Marcia Munz, Mary Murphy, Layton Olson, Jan
Omann, Sarah Ono, Edith Parker, Mark Phelps, Carla Pies, Steve Poleman, Eric
Rumsey, Bruce Sieleni, Roy Tompkins, Margaret Wenk-Kuchlbauer, Joe White, Cathy
Wilcox, Joel Wilcox, Deb Wollard
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chairman Claussen.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate
Council action):
OTHER FORMAL ACTION TAKEN:
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Mary Murphy mentioned that the property located at 841 Normandy Drive is currently
for sale. She would like to see the Commission encourage the City to buy this
property. Murphy thinks there should be money allocated in the budget annually so
that buyouts can be made. The City should also seek out the Parkview Church
property so that in the future this land can be designated as parkland. She noted that
the master plan would support this idea.
CHADEK PROPERTY DISCUSSION
Joan Jehle and David Minehart were present at tonight's meeting representing the
"Friends of Chadek Park & Community Gardens" (Friends) group. Other members of
this group as well as community members were present as well.
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Jehle reminded Commission that she was present at a meeting approximately one
year ago when she offered to begin a fund raising campaign to purchase this property.
She explained that Terry Trueblood and Carl Chadek discussed Carl's wishes to make
this property a park and/or a community garden space; however, this was never put in
writing. The Friends group wants to work towards making Carl's wishes come to
fruition. Jehle thanked the Chadek family for their willingness to sell this property for
parkland, especially since they have had other offers.
David Minehart then addressed the Commission. Minehart distributed a packet titled
"Friends of Chadek Park & Community Gardening; Planting a Park — Growing a
Community". The group was incorporated in May of 2012 by Joan Jehle, James
Stephen (Barney) Conroy and David Minehart. This group was formed as a fundraising
entity for the creation of Chadek Park and Community Gardens. The group is currently
working on obtaining their 501(c) (3) tax-exempt status.
Friends is seeking a partnership with the City of Iowa City to establish the Chadek
Park and Community Gardens on five acres of undeveloped land in Iowa City owned
by the trust under will of Frieda Chadek (Trust). The trust is in agreement of selling the
property to the City for $560,000 with the City committing to half of that ($280,000) and
the group raising the remainder. Moran and the group have met with Eleanor Dikes,
City Attorney. She requests that City funding be approved and in place prior to
entering into a contract.
Westefeld asked the group what type of fundraising activities they have planned and
what their expected timeline is. Minehart explained that they plan to organize walks
and bike rides, plant sales etc. They are also in the process of researching grant
opportunities. They will also develop a website and send out mailers. He explained
that the planned timeline is three years with the option of expanding by six months if
necessary
Claussen stated that in general the Commission supports their efforts. He further
stated that the mechanism to secure this $280,000 would either be through CIP funds
or by a special request to City Council.
Krohmer does not agree that this land is worth $560,000 and is inclined to wait and
see if the price comes down.
Bourgeois confirmed that the original funding from CDBG is no longer available for this
purchase as the money had to be spent within a certain time frame and that has
passed.
Younker asked if it was too early for the group to commit to $280,000 without knowing
what conditions are associated with money that comes from a 501(c)(3).
Scotty Hayward asked for more information regarding the appraisals. Claussen
explained that there were two appraisals done that came back with very different
numbers. Since the appraisals were so far apart, the City could not purchase the
property at their asking price.
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Dolores Krotz, who lives on 4th Avenue and has lived in this location for 55 years, said
that she was able to get over 100 signatures on a petition to use this property as
parkland.
Becky Couch expressed her concern in learning about the different appraisals.
However, she continues to support the idea of making this property parkland.
Dan Katalinich suggested that perhaps the property should be re-evaluated given that
it has been for sale for such a long time
Lorna Fesler said that in speaking with a realtor, she was told that the price they are
asking for the property is within line of what it should be.
Krohmer noted that he too wishes to see this property used as parkland. He also
noted, however, that the initial cost to purchase the land is just the beginning, that
there would be continued expenses in development and maintenance. Minehart noted
that while the City would hold the deed for the property, they would continue with the
Friends group and their support after the property is purchased.
Westefeld said that he sees more reason to support this partnership than not and that
the Commission has had very successful partnerships in the past.
Elliott would like to see more negotiations regarding the purchase price.
Gnade is concerned after learning that some of the audience were not aware of the
difference in appraisals.
Moved by Hamann, seconded by Bourgeois that the Commission establish a
partnership without makina anv commitment of anv funding amount at this time.
Further discussion ensued
Elliot again stated that she is concerned about the gap in appraisals and that there is a
need for more negotiations.
Krohmer asked if the Commission could order another appraisal to find out what the
property is worth under its current zoning (RS-5) and what the comprehensive plan
would allow, thus showing what could be asked of a developer. Thus Krohmer would
like to amend the motion.
Becky Couch asked for a time frame for an appraisal. Moran said it would likely take
about six weeks so should have something available by the November 14 Commission
meeting.
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TAFT SPEEDWAY DISCUSSION:
Commission member Lucie Laurian arrived at 5:30 p.m
A group of community members were present at the Commission to discuss flood
mitigation options being proposed for the Idyllwild & Taft Speedway areas.
Layton Olson and Terry Miller Chait spoke as residents and representatives of
Idyllwild. Olson said that he was present to provide facts. He felt it was important to
note that Idyllwild was built with the approval of City Council and at that time was not
considered to be in a flood plain. He also said that there is a misconception that
Idyllwild residents were offered buyout when they were not. He noted that Idyllwild
consists of 23 buildings and 92 residents and it cannot be raised such as an individual
property can. He understands that there is concern about what a flood wall would look
like. He said that there are other walls within the city which are not unattractive. With
92 residents in Idyllwild, he feels at the very least there needs to be a stabilization of
the property and would support a tax increase in the name of protecting the future of
this property. Elliott asked Olson where the other walls in Iowa City are located that he
referred to earlier.
Terry Miller Chait answered that question. She stated that there is a concrete wall at
the entrance of Iowa City and many other similar in the city. While they are not flood
walls, it gives an idea of what one might look like with landscaping and such to
enhance its appearance. She went on to discuss the study. She noted that the study
provided a number of different options and that none of them would raise the water
level on properties on either side of the wall or other type of mitigation. She felt this
was an extremely important point as Idyllwild residents do not want to encumber
anyone else by the use of flood mitigation.
Joe White, resident on Taft Speedway, noted that he is surprised that some are
putting stock in what engineers are telling them now when they were so wrong
in 1992. He said that City Council was addressed at that time and told that the
Idyllwild property would be a big problem. White recommended that
Commission and other present go on line and watch the tapes of the many
meetings that have taken place regarding this current flood mitigation proposal.
He also stated that if a property owner chose not to accept a buy out that it
should not be held against them. He noted that a lot of the money for property
owners to rebuild or create their own flood mitigation comes from the home
owners pockets. He again asked that those present watch the tapes of the
many public discussions that have taken place to better enlighten themselves
on this situation.
Greg Geerdes, who lives on Taft Speedway, then spoke. He said he was going
to address why as a Parks and Recreation Commission, the members should
care about the possibility of a flood wall. He said that it is important that
commission members consider their duties per the city code which says that on
their own initiative they make recommendations which they find in the public
interest related to parks and recreation. He further noted that when he thinks of
a wall in Iowa City, he thinks of the wall that stands behind apartments on
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Dubuque Street going towards Mayflower, which he believes to be very
unattractive. He said that a wall large enough to protect from a 500 year flood
would be very unattractive and that it would ruin the view from City Park. He
encouraged Commission again to make a motion to City Council opposing any
flood mitigation.
Joel Wilcox who lives on Taft Speedway stated that he is in a complex position
in that his mother lives in Idyllwild while he lives on Taft Speedway. He
believes that there are a number of complex issues when looking at flood
mitigation. He questions how a wall or some other type of mitigation will affect
his property. He does not want to look at a flood wall. He recommends doing
nothing in the way of flood mitigation.
Mark Phelps of Taft Speedway said he has some issues with flood mitigation.
He has owned his property since 1999 and his father has owned property since
1988. They were present when City Council initially discussed the placement of
Idyllwild. Rick Fosse mentioned at the time that this was in a flood plain.
His next issue is that of all of the flood mitigation proposals, there is only one
that would meet 500 flood standards, this being a flood wall. He stated that the
engineers have said that it would cost 30-40% more to make this wall
decorative. Therefore, it would be a concrete wall that would also make Taft
Speedway the narrowest street in the city at 21'. He noted that this road would
be made of chip and seal coat. A regular street is 25'-26'. There is a large
amount of pedestrian traffic that uses Taft Speedway and this street being so
narrow would be a danger to them.
His final issue is regarding flood insurance and the criteria for coverage. He
said that if a wall is built, the people inside of Idyllwild would not be covered
unless the water breeches the wall.
Mary Murphy asked the Commission to recommend no flood mitigation for this
area to City Council. She stated that she understands that there is one
commissioner whose family lives at Idyllwild and another member who also
sold property at Idyllwild. She said that when someone buys property at
Idyllwild they have to understand that this property is next to a river and not a
pond. She also stated that there are other forms of flood relief besides FEMA or
a buyout. She said that grant money is not going to cover the costs of flood
mitigation and because of this a property owners taxes will go up on average of
$250. She also mentioned her concern of the narrow street that a flood wall
would create and the dangers to runners, walkers and bikers. She said a flood
wall will destroy the visual aesthetics of the park. She suggested that when the
Commission takes their annual tour in October that they go to lower city park
and look in the direction of where a flood wall would be placed and try to
imagine what a detriment it would be to the view.
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Kathy Wilcox encouraged people to look forward and not backward. She said
that a levy would not protect them from a flood. She does not want to see a
concrete flood wall at the entrance to Iowa City and for that reason, she
supports no flood mitigation.
Claussen asked Commission member Lucie Laurian, as a professor in Urban
and Regional Planning, what her thoughts are. Laurian stated that historically
flood mitigation fails and that the best mitigation is no mitigation. She further
stated that this is her personal opinion but it is based on historical records. She
is not sure, however, if it is the purview of the Parks and Recreation
Commission to deal with flooding. However, it is the Commissions
responsibility to make recommendations when it comes to parks and recreation
and the river certainly falls within those categories.
Claussen encouraged members to view the plan on-line prior to November.
Lucie would like to see that report as well before moving ahead.
Krohmer asked if there were five members that feel that this is in our purview
and therefore want to continue discussion. Claussen said that he feels the river
is involved in general recreation of the community and how we deal with that
does fall within the commission's purview
Moved by Younker, seconded by Gnade, to schedule a special meeting if
needed prior to the November Commission meeting, to review and
discuss the engineers final flood mitigation report before moving forward.
Passed 9-0.
CIP DISCUSSION
Moran reviewed the CIP prioritization list (previously sent to members) with the
commission. Members were then asked to prioritize the projects by placing
dots next to those they feel are most important. Staff will then tally up the votes
and prioritize based on those results. Moran will send this report to
Commission via his Friday Update.
PARKS TOUR:
Moran listed some ideas for the October annual park tour for the Commission.
Those he suggested include the dog park, TTRA, Scott Park and the trail
design project, Reno Street, North Market Square Park, and Lower City Park.
Members were encouraged to make recommendations. The October meeting
will start at 4 p.m.
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NEIGHBORHOOD OPEN SPACE:
While there were no projects to speak of this month, Moran offered commission
a copy of the neighborhood open space policy along with a map of the districts.
He will distribute at the November meeting.
RECREATION DIVISION REPORT:
Dyson distributed a packet to Commission explaining the Blue Zones project.
The Blue zones Project "aims to adopt the lifestyle principles of these areas to
transform American cities and towns into Blue Zones Communities, where
people can live longer, better lives." Dyson noted that the University is working
on the project and ACT has committed. There will be a site visit in
October/November and an announcement will be made in January letting us
know if Iowa City is awarded the Blue Zone title.
PARKS DIVISION REPORT:
No report. Robinson is at a conference so was unable to attend tonight's
meeting.
DIRECTORS REPORT:
TTRA Update: The lodge construction is moving ahead nicely. While the
contract with Fin and Feather has been complete, there is not enough water in
the lake to start any rentals of boats, kayaks, etc.
Ashton House/Normandy Drive: Bids for the Normandy Drive restoration
project will be open on September 27. Twenty-one plans were picked up so
there appears to be a lot of interest. FEMA has completed their adaptive reuse
plan for the Ashton House. Moran will have a full report available in four to six
weeks.
Court Hill Trail: The bridges will go in the week of September 17.
North Market Square Park: A ribbon cutting ceremony and opening
celebration is scheduled for Sunday, September 16. Moran encouraged
commission members to attend.
CHAIRS REPORT:
Claussen thanked members for their patience tonight stating that it was
important to hear from the citizens.
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COMMISSION TIME/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Westefeld paid compliment to Chairman Claussen for his leadership tonight,
stating that he did a great job in letting everyone speak who wanted to while
keeping the meeting moving. Westefeld also noted that the Court Hill Project is
amazing.
Younker noted and he had the opportunity to visit Willow Creek Park recently
and really enjoyed the park.
Elliott also complimented Claussen on his handling of the meeting tonight.
Gnade noted she will be absent from the October meeting.
Laurian asked if commission thinks that their comments make a difference.
Moran stated that yes they do and that it is evident that council members read
our minutes.
Krohmer noted that in a conversation he had recently with a new council
member they addressed the idea of an after school program. He would like to
place this topic on the November agenda.
ADJOURNMENT:
Moved by Westefeld, seconded by Krohmer, to adjourn the meeting at
7:30 p.m. Motion passed 9-0.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2012
NAME
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TERM
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EXPIRES
David
1/1/15
X
X
O/E
X
X
X
X
LQ
X
Bourgeois
Clay
1/1/14
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
LQ
X
Claussen
Maggie
1/1/13
X
O/E
X
X
X
X
O/E
LQ
X
Elliott
Allison
1/1/14
X
X
X
O/E
X
X
X
LQ
X
Gnade
Cara
1/1/16
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
LQ
x
Hamann
Aaron
1/1/13
O
O
O
O
O
W.
X
LQ
X
Krohmer
Lucie
1/1115
X
X
X
X
X
X
O/E
LQ
X
Laurian
John
1/1/14
X
X
X
X
O/E
X
X
LQ
X
Westefeld
Joe
1/1/16
X
X
X
X
O/E
X
X
LQ
X
Younker
KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused
NM = No meeting LQ = No meeting due to lack of quorum
= Not a member at this time
**=Member was listed as absent/excused status January through May. These
have been changed to absent status.
city of iowa city
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
220 S. Gilbert Street
TO: Michael Moran
FROM: Chad Dys
DATE: November 1 er 12
RE: October 2012 Monthly Report
S.P.I.
SPI Fall Session 11 programs began with 98 participants in Special Olympics Basketball, 25 in the
Awesome Arachnids art program, and 21 in the Easy Entertaining independent living skills class.
(Master Plan: Enhance Program Development and Track Performance Measures)
70 Recreation Division Special Olympics athletes competed in the SO Area Bowling Tournament in
Cedar Rapids.
(Master Plan: Enhance Program Development)
New programs were designed for upcoming sessions to be included in the Recreation Division
Winter/Spring 2013 Activity Guide.
(Master Plan: Enhance Program Development)
Two University of Iowa therapeutic recreation majors were interviewed for internship positions for the
upcoming spring semester. Both students have committed to the Recreation Division for completion of
the internship requirement prior to graduation.
(Master Plan: Collaborate with Community Organizations and Businesses and Expand Department
Volunteer Opportunities)
Students from the Iowa City Schools Transitions program began attending the SPI Coffeehouse Club.
This is a recent outreach opportunity for the Recreation Division to recruit new participants to the SPI
programs.
(Master Plan: Collaborate with Community Organizations and Businesses and Increase Awareness of
Program Offerings)
The SPI Ghosts, Goblins and Ghouls Halloween party was very popular with over 100 participants in
attendance. They enjoyed dancing, games, treats and a costume contest.
(Master Plan: Enhance Program Development)
PRESCHOOL/JR./SR. HIGH ACTIVITIES - SCANLON GYM
The first session of the Fall ICRD Youth Spoils programs ended. Held an individual coach/ supervisor
meeting to discuss program improvements. Goal 3: Enhance Program Development
Held Family Fun Night and Tot Monster Mash at the Mercer Aquatic Center Scanlon, both events were
free. Goal 10: Plan for Continued Equitable Level of Service as Community Grows
Held a coach's meeting for youth basketball to discuss expectations and responsibilities. Goal 3:
Enhance Program Development
Normal,Monthly Including: Promotions of programs and activities through rec ware, article manager, e-
subscription, (Goal 46: Increase Awareness of Program Offerings) Conduct post on -rental evaluations.
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(Goal #5: Solicit Community Involvement and Feedback)Send out weekly updates to part time staff
regarding policies and upcoming information. (Goal #1: Maximize the Planning Process)
SPORTS/WELLNESS
Staff is working on setting up and learning the new Active Network registration / reservation system to be
implemented in December. (Goal #4 — Pursue Comprehensive Service Delivery).
Staff posted upcoming program information on the three slide -show monitors in the RAL Recreation
Center. Slides about our Holiday Farmers Market, Family Swim on Saturdays, and Taoist Tai Chi are
just a few of the new ones. (Goal # 6 — Increase Awareness of Program Offerings).
Staff posted upcoming program information on the department's web page. Staff also posted an article on
the department's website regarding the upcoming holiday facility schedules. (Goal # 6 — Increase
Awareness of Program Offerings).
10,012 people were recorded on the hourly attendance in the month of October at the RAL Recreation
Center. (September 2012- 7,264. October 2011- 11,808) (Goal 42 —Track Performance Measures).
The fall softball leagues will end on Sunday November 4. We only had two dates that were completely
rained out. (Goal 49 — Continue to Provide Equitable LOS in Existing Parks and Facilities).
SOCIAL/CULTURAL
On October 26, the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department's annual HALLOWEEN PARADE AND
CARNIVAL was absolutely brimming with creative and, of course, adorable costumes! The event began
with the parade, which started at the Weather Dance Fountain located in the downtown Pedestrian Mall.
Making its way to the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center via College Street, the parade of hundreds dazzled
onlookers with their flashy outfits and eager smiles as Recreation staff costumed as a wizard, a
Dalmatian, and Mary Poppins led the way. Once inside the Recreation Center, the Halloween-themed
activities were endless! Children flocked to the Social Hall, where crafts, temporary tattoos, Pin the Bow
Tie on Mr. Bones, and a gorgeous photo opportunity awaited. Down the hall, there were cookies to be
decorated with frosting and candy corn while, next door, a mysterious fortune teller foretold, "Good
things are being said about you!" and, "You will try a new food and like it!" and "You will soon find that
mathematics are not as difficult as you thought!" Even more fun was to be found in the Gym, which
housed a variety of bouncy castles, carnival games like Ghost Bowling, and a VERY spooky haunted
hallway that kept all the kids screaming for more! As the night wound down and the exhausted lions,
mermaids, and ninjas (and their parents) made their way to the doors, they were each given a treat bag full
of Halloween goodies, a shiny red apple and a wish for a safe and happy Halloween. For at least seven
decades, this longstanding Iowa City tradition has made the Recreation Center the prime location for
families to celebrate Halloween in a fun and safe environment. This year's event was, once again, a
howling success! (Master Plan: FUN!!!!)
It was a history lesson, a chance to explore lives and livelihoods from the past, an opportunity for families
to enjoy a fall afternoon in City Park. And, it was a fundraiser for the restoration and preservation of the
historic log cabins in Upper City Park. On Saturday, October 6, the City's Parks and Recreation
Department hosted its first PIONEER FALL FESTIVAL since the 1980s, granting participants a chance
to travel back in time with stories from Laura Ingalls Wilder and an opportunity learn about the pioneer
way of life. Volunteers donated their time to showcase a variety of pioneering skills and past times,
including games, rope making, square dancing, beekeeping, fabric -dyeing, and old-time music. In
addition, visitors could try their hand at quilting, weaving, spinning, or apple cider pressing, and make
their own cornhusk dolls to take home. Participants were also able to don pioneer clothing for photo
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opportunities in front of the historic log cabins. Additional funds for the log cabin restoration project were
raised through a silent auction which featured over 50 items donated by local businesses. Because the Fall
Festival was paid for by a generous grant from Wal-Mart, all event proceeds — approximately $1,000 —
went directly to the fundraising efforts to help restore the cabins so they can once again be used by the
community for educational and social events. (Master plan: Expand department volunteer opportunities,
pursue alternative funding and build partnerships)
WINTER SPRING 2013 CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES were designed and organized and staff began
entering them into the new ActiveNet online registration system. Activity Guides will be available the
week of December 241h but the new system will go live in early December with the registration of Winter
Break Camps.
Work has begun again on the development of three or four MONARCH WAY STATIONS to be
submitted for Spring 2013 certification. A Rockwell Collins Green Communities Grant makes this
educational program possible and we hope to have the sites completed, mapped and marked by Summer
2011
(Master Plan: Pursue Alternative Funding and assure programming opportunities to all geographic sectors
of the city)
AQUATICS
This fall we experienced high turnover, mostly due to attrition, forcing us to replenish the ranks and hire
several new staff members. This allowed us the opportunity to review our hiring procedures and more
importantly our new -hire training procedures. Attached is a "lifeguard training packet", this is the packet
we issue to our new hires to aid them in the training process. We adjusted some the logistics and
communications involved. We are hoping that these adjustments will give our new hires a more
developed understanding of the job before they work their first scheduled shift. We also took a long look
at the initial lifeguard skill training, as well as what skills our new hires currently possess. This is crucial
because many times we do not know how developed their previous training might have been. We will be
conducting post -training interviews to see how effective the changes were and how we can develop this
process even further.
From December 10°i- December 22nd the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center pool will be closed for deck
refurbishment. The pool will be drained in its entirety on Sunday December 9`h. Marv's Glass will
temporarily remove the wading pool barrier fencing on Monday December 10"i. Deck work shall begin
on Monday December I Uh and last approximately 7 days. We will begin refilling the pool on Tuesday
December 18'h and Marv's Glass will replace the barrier fence that day as well. We plan to reopen the
facility on Saturday December 22nd. The entire scope of the project will consist of draining the pool
entirely, removing all materials that would interfere with project completion, refilling the pool and re-
installing all moved materials. We are anticipating a project start date of Saturday December 10'h with the
bulk of the work beginning on Monday December I Uh. A completion date of Friday December 21" is
expected.
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TO: Mike Moran, Director
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FROM: Bob Deatsch, Oakland Cemetery oaKbad r Ue ietery
DATE: November 6, 2012 a iron -perpetual care cemetery
established in 1843
RE: Monthly Report (October)
AMOUNT
I. OPERATING
A. Interments (10)
1. Adult, Res,
3@$600.00
$1800.00
2. Cremation, Res.
1 @$200.00
$200.00
3. Cremation, Non -Res.
3@$300.00
$900.00
4. Adult, Res, w/2 hrs. OT
1 @$660.00
$660.00
5. Adult, Res, No Vault/Lowering Device
1@$900.00
$900.00
6. Adult, Non -Res, w/3 hrs. OT
1 @$990.00
$990.00
INCOME FROM INTERMENTS
$5450.00
B. Lot sales (4)
1. Resident, adult monument space,
1 @$700.00
$700.00
2. Resident, adult flat stone space,
2@$600.00
$1200.00
3. Non-resident, adult monument space,
0
4. Non-resident, adult flat stone space,
0
5. Resident, cremation space,
0
6. Non-resident, cremation space,
0
7. Resident, Coluanbarium Niche
0
8. Non-resident, Columbarium Niche
0
9. Resident, infant space,
0
10. Non -Resident, Infant space,
0
11. Resident, Infant Niche
0
12. Non -Resident, Infant Niche
0
13. Exchanged 6 Res. Monument lots and paid the
difference of $600.00 total.
$600.00
INCOME FROM LOT SALES
$2500.00
October
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Total
Ground Litter
CBD plaza
60
56.25
71.5
61
17
265.75
CBD StScp
90
103.5
96.5
135
35.5
460.5
Parks
0
Hazardous Clean Up
CBD
7
2.5
3.5
4
1
18
Parks
0
Designed Flower Bed
Maintenance
CBD
19.251
27.25
3
49.5
Parks
18
18
Planting
CBD
6
22
19
21.5
8
76.5
Parks
0
Watering
CBD
38.5
19.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
65.5
Parks
0
Fertilizing
CBD
5
2.5
2
1.5
11
Parks
0
Mulching
CBD
42
12
54
Parks
0
Pruning
CBD
7
41
4
15
Parks
0
Weeding
CBD
7
15
1
1.5
5.5
30
Parks
10
35.5
18
10
6
79.5
Mow/Cord Trim
CBD
101
17.75
27
19
15
88.75
Parks
0
Equip Repair &
Maintenance
CBD
23
16.5
20
11.5
4
75
Parks
0
Event Prep/Cleanup
CBD
13
8
21
Parks
0
Graffiti Removal
CBD
0.5
6
6.5
Parks
0
Vandalism Repair
CBD
2
4
6
Parks
0
Play Equipment/Surface
Maintenance
CBD
0
Parks
0
Plaza Fountain
Maintenance
CBD
7
1
8
Parks
0
Construction
CBD
1
1
Parks
0
Art Sculptures/Literary
Plaques
CBD
0
Parks
0
Ash Urns
CBD
1
0.5
1.5
Parks
0
Benches
CBD
4
4
2
10
Parks
0
Bike Racks/Bikes
CBD
0.5
0.5
Parks
0
Drinking Fountains
CBD
0
Parks
0
Light Poles/Outlets
CBD
0
Parks
0
Posting Pillars/Kiosks
CBD
41
19
36
13
2
74
Parks
I
i
0
Recycle Units
CBD
2
2
Parks
0
Trash Receptacles
CBD
2
2
Parks
0
Tree Grates
CBD
2
2
Parks
0
Water Hydrants/Hose
Bibs
CBD
41
1
4
Parks
1
0
Landfill
CBD
71
16.5
9
31
1
64.5
Parks
1
0
Cleaning/Organizing
CBD
41
4.5
12.5
7
28
Parks
0
Snow Removal
CBD
0
Parks
0
Holiday Decor
CBD
0
Parks
0
Administrative
CBD
29.75
42
28
42.5
22
164.25
Parks
0
Misc
CBD
1
4
1
15
21
Parks
0
Monthly Total
CBD
371.5
383.75
357
361
152.5
1625.75
Parks
10
53.5
18
10
6
97.5
Grand Total l Monthly Total
Parks I
6%
Grand Total CBD
Grand Total Parks
Grand Total CBD
94%
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I 1/9/12Cemetery
TOTAL CEMETERY INCOME
IL CEMETERY MAINTENANCE,
A.
Funerals
B.
Grounds maintenance
C.
Equipment repair & maintenance
D.
Cemetery Plantings
E.
Building Maintenance
F.
Mow Cetetery/Mulch Leaves
G.
Trim Cemetery
H.
Snow Removal in Cemetery
1.
OT Snow Inside Cemetery
TOTAL CEMETERY MAINTENANCE
$7950.00
HOURS
97
144.75
51.75
11
15.25
189.25
40.25
0
0
549.25
III. CEMETERY BUDGETED & SPECIAL PROJECTS
HOURS
A.
FuneralOT
3.25
B.
Monument Repair (4)
5
C.
Grave Repair (0)
0
D.
Safety Meeting/Staff
5.5
E.
Lot Locations
7
F.
Lot Sales
9.5
G.
Safety Training (Seasonal Employee)
0
H.
Computer Mapping
40.5
I.
Halloween Security
15
TOTAL CEMETERY BUDGETED &
SPECIAL PROJECTS 85.75
IV. ADMINISTRATIVE AND OFFICE DUTIES 109.5
V. OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE
A. Mow outside cemetery 0
B. Trim outside Cemetery 0
C. 1435 Snow 0
D. 1435 Overtime Snow 0
TOTAL OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE 0
NOTE: Total Cemetery hours, including leave with pay and rest periods = 840.50
DEPARTMENT Of PARI<S & RECREATION
DIVISION Of PARks, FORESTRY, ANd CBD
Date: November 7, 2012
To: Michael Moran, Director
From: Terry Robinson, Superintendent
Re: Parks Monthly Report —October 2012
I. GENERAL, OPERATIONS
A Mowing/ Mulching
B. Parks Security Duties
Open and Lock up restrooms, shelters and ball fields
Posting reservations, Mail runs; Garbage,
Weed trimming and Misc. tasks
C. Cleaning Shelters and Restrooms
D, North Market Square
Prep for and laying Sod and concrete
Playground Equipment Maintenance
E. Grounds Repairs
Hours
689
433
258
215
196
F. Equipment Repairs & Maintenance 171
G. Plumbing & Electrical 163
Includes time for turning off water for the winter in parks/ restrooms
H.Playground Maintenance 132
I. Facility Repairs 130
J. Dog Parks 97
1. Fence & Ground Repairs 46
2. Watering tank repairs & watering 25
3, Mowing 19
4. Collecting Money 7
K. City Park Rides 63
End of Season Removal and Storage
L. Cleaning Shops 55
M. Picking Up & Dropping Off Materials / Equipment 38
N. Doctor Appointments and Physical Therapy 29
O. Weedeating
P. Wetherby Garden Cleanup and Till
Q. Garbage
R. City Park Cabin Roof Repairs
S. Repairs done to Downtown Snow Flakes
Includes time to deliver to Powder Coater
T. Miscellaneous Tasks
U. Measuring Shelters
V. Put Covers on Seats at Riverside Theater
T. Assist Forestry Division
28
25
25
23
16
16
15
12
7
OCTOBER SUMMARY
1. Soccer Events are down from a year ago, we had 237 games and 155 practices
compared to 406 games and 120 practices last year. This is due to cancellation of 3
days for games, the City did not cancel events it was the Kickers youth group who
had cancelled due to weather on those days.
2. Total events are down from a year ago due to much needed rain, we had a total of
446 events compared to 585 a year ago,
3. Total labor hours for the month of October was 1453.8 compared to 1434.5 a year
ago.
4. Construction hours are up from a year ago, we had 339 compared to 20 a year ago,
this is due to the Napoleon Renovation project. Fields #1 & 42 are done and ready
for play in the spring ( weather permitting) fields #3 & #4 are waiting on fence
installation and base anchors and pitching ribber anchors to be installed, ground
surrounding those fields is soft with fresh seeding outside as well and we are waiting
on a freeze to prevent damage before it is installed, This will be done before winter
arrives. We have mowed the fields twice Ibis month and most of the sod has rooted
down.
S. We have winterized most of the irrigation systems, Rec Center, Riverside Theater,
City Park, Mercer Park, Napoleon Park and Soccer Complex,
6. Mowing hours are down due to a cold October, we had 38 hours this year compared
to 73 a year ago.
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DEPARTMENT Of PARKS & RECREATION
DIVISION Of PARKS, FORESTRY, ANd CBD
Date : November 7, 2012
To : Michael Moran, Director
From: Terry Robinson, Superintendent
RE : Forestry Monthly Report— October 2012
i
I FIELD OPERATION / SERVICE REQUESTS
A, SERVICE REQUESTS: 45- Trees Pruned = 55 Trees Removed = 4
5 hours for posting "No Parking " signs included
HOURS
B, PARKS & SPECIAL REQUESTS: 14 Trees Pruned =16 Removals= 3
C. IOWA CITY FIRE DEPT: 1 Trees Pruned= NA Trees Removed=NA
Vegetation along Conklin Lane
D. STREETS DIVISION: I Trees Pruned = i Trees Removed = 0
Ridge Street for Street Sweeper
E. PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING: 1 Trees Pruned = 0 Trees Removed = 1
Muscatine Ave Project
F. REDUSE DEPARTMENT: 2 TREES Pruned= 4 Trees Removed= 0
II FIELD OPERATIONS/ GENERAL
A. ROUTINE STREET MAINT: Trees Pruned = 22 Trees Removed = 0
End of the day Pruning = 15 boors
Watering and pulling stakes off of trees = 72
B. ROUTINE PARK MAINT: Trees Pruned = 5 Trees Removed = 1
See Attached Detail
C, TRAIL MAINTENANCE:
See Attached Detail
D. TRANSPLANTING/ HAND PLANTNG
Dee Attached Detail
Includes 6 hours to stake newly planted trees along S Linn St
College Street inside the Pedestrian Mall
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E, NURSERY 27
Pruning, tree wrap, Dirt work and watering
F. TREES REMOVED
Size Distribution CLASS I = 2 CLASS II = 6 CLASS III = 1
III. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
A. CHAIN SAW/ HAND TOOL MAINT 47
Saws & chains 29 hrs.
Hand tools 18 hrs.
B. EQUIPMENT TRANSFER/ EQUIP MAINT. 48
Transfers 9 hrs.
Maintenance 39 hrs.
C. SHOP TIME 16
Cleaning 14lirs.
Misc. Errands 2 hrs
D. DUMP CHIPS/ FUEL TRUCKS 3
IV. ADMINSTRATION
A. Meetings and EAB Workshop 16
B. New Service requests 71
C. Sidewalk Inspection 2
D. Planting Prep 10
E, Private Trim Notices 9
F., Other - 28
Office Work and Logs
FORE STY WORK COMPLETED IN VARIOUS
PARKS, RIGHT OF WAYS AND GREENSPACES
Month: October• 2012
Location
Trims
Removal
Class
Work
Hours
Chipping
Only_
Other
Thornberry Dog Park
2
X
Creekside Park
6
Vegetation removal
Lower City Park
4
1/111
30
Pheasant Hill Park
1
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9
TOTALS
5
1/1H
47
TRAILS
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Court Hilt Trail
24
Willow Creek Trail
7
Hickory Hill Trail
9
TOTALS
39
Month October 2012 Planting
PARKS & TRAILS...................................................................31.5 li s.
Thornberry Dog Park (memorial)..................Bur Oak
Highland Park (memorial)..................Purple Prance Crab Apple
Lower City Park.. 3 Swamp Wlute Oaks
2 Sienna Glen Maples
River Birch
Upper City Park............................................AVbite Oak
Tulip Tree
Cumberland Trail.................................3 River Birch
PLANTING ALONG STREETS..................................................98 Ins.
1010 Scott Park Dr. (Scott Blvd. side) ................. 2 Harvest Gold Crab Apples
2 Centurion Crab Apples
Triumph Ehn
3521 Middlebury Rd....................................2
Aristocrat Pears
3523 Middlebury Rd.......................................Aristocrat
Pear
3527 Middlebury Rd.......................................Aristocrat
Pear
440 North Scott Blvd........................................Aristocrat
Pear
1839 Richmond Ln.........................................Harvest
Gold Crab Apple
1851 Richmond Ln.........................................Harvest
Gold Crab Apple
1855 Richmond Ln.........................................Harvest
Gold Crab Apple
2709 Linden Rd............................................Aristocrat
Pear
Street planting October continued:
601 5 a Ave. ............................................... White Oak
Red Sunset Maple
702 3', Ave................................................Tulip Tree
714 3`d Ave................................................Red Sunset Maple
1316 Center Ave (Grant St. side, handplanted)... ... Skycole Locust
817 Dearborn St..........................................Aristocrat Pear
821 Dearborn St..........................................Autumn Spire Red Maple
1210 Yewell St. (handplanted).......................Ruby Slipper Amur Maple
436 South Governor St. (handplanted)...............Black Aldei
947 E. Market St. (handplanted)......................Heritage
Oak
903 E. College St. (Governor side) ...... ........ 2... Hot Wings Amur Maples
1022 E. College St. (handplanted)....................Harvest
Gold Crab Apple
328 Center St. (Davenport side).....................Red
Sunset Maple
Green Mt. Sugar Maple
1126 Fairchild St. (Center side, handplanted)......
Redbud
1115 Church St..............................................Super
Form Norway Maple
324 N. Lucas St.............................................Hot
Wings Amur Maple
820 Ronalds St (handplanted)...........................Brandywine
Red Maple
836 Hudson (handplanted)...............................Ivory Silk Lilac
902 Hudson (handplanted)...........................2...Ivoy Silk Lilacs
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October 20, 2011 CITY OF IOWA CITY
Janette Fulton V° `I'L� Y' '��� City Attorney's Office
6143rdAvenue 410 East Washington street
Iowa City, IA 52245 Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5030
Lorna Fesler (319) 356-5008 FAX
4021 West Overlook Rd. N.E. www.lcgov.org
Iowa City, IA 52240
Re: Purchase offer for 5.02 acres at Friendship and Fifth Avenue, Iowa City (Chadek family
property)
Dear Mrs. Fulton and Mrs. Fesler:
Enclosed with this letter is a purchase offer for the 5.02 acres of property known as "Lot A,
Factory Reserve, East Iowa City" or the "Carl Chadek family property located at Friendship and
Fifth Avenue, Iowa City". The purchase offer is for the amount of $280,000 and is being submitted
on behalf of the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. Per its terms, the offer is valid for
acceptance for sixty (60) days, until December 20, 2011. It is important to note that the offer
requires the removal of the two (2) existing sheds/buildings, any cement/foundations associated
with those buildings and grading of the building sites so that it is level with the surrounding land.
Also enclosed with this letter is a review of the appraisal performed by Robert Crane which
concludes that the property has a market value of $601,500 as of June 10, 2010. The review
appraisal, conducted by Kryan "Casey" Cook, finds that Mr. Crane's appraisal is not credible, not
viable for decision making and does not adhere to the Uniform Standards of Professional
Appraisal Practice. This is based on Mr. Crane's use of outdated non -comparable sales and
inaccurate assumptions about the potential development of the site. As you know, Mr. Cook
previously appraised the property and arrived at a value of $280,000, the amount being offered at
this time.
Please be advised that this is a "best and final offer" and represents the maximum purchase price
the City is able to offer for this property. The funding for this purchase will expire in the coming
months and thereafter the City will not have funding for this purchase. Given these
circumstances, I hope you will consider this offer thoughtfully and carefully, as after its expiration,
this offer will not be renewed.
Thank you for your time and consideration. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact
me or Parks and Recreation Director Mike Moran.
V NHOIece
F' ssistant City ttorney
Cc: Tom Markus, City Manager
Mike Moran, Director, Parks and Recreation +�
Jeff Davidson, Director, Planning and Community Development
Eleanor Dilkes, City Attorney
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RESEARCH GROUP
KYRAN "CiASEY" COOK MAI, M.A.
September29, 2011
Mr. Michael E. Moran, CPRP
Director of parks and Recreation
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
APPRAISERS AND CONSULTANTS OF REAL ESTATE
RE: Review of Appraisal Report completed by Robert Crane on the Chadek Family
Property, located at Fifth Avenue and Friendship Street in Iowa City.
Dear Mr. Moran:
As agreed, I have completed a review of the above -described property appraisal that was
completed by Mr. Robert Crane with an effective date of June 10, 2010. I completed a
full appraisal on this site effective September 7, 2010. I have inspected the comparable
sales use by Mr. Crane. Notably, all three sales occurred over six years prior to his
appraisal and all three have been fully developed since that time. I have included a detail
sheet for two of the three sales in order to better address some of the inaccuracies from
Mr. Crane's report.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide this review. Please contact me if you need any
other information.
Sincerely,
n J. Co6k, MAI
Iowa Certified General Real Property Appraiser
Cook Appraisal, LLC
I£JC/alh-2011179
1580 MALL DRIVE ♦ IOwA CITY, IOwA 52240
319/351-2044 ♦ FAx 351-0563 ♦ E-MAIL COOKAPPRCdCOOK-APPRAISAL.COM
September 29, 2011
Mr. Moran
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Client: Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department
Intended Users of Review: City of Iowa City Officials and the property owners
Intended Use of Review: The intended use of the review is to inform both the city and
the property owners on the credibility of the appraisal. And whether or not it can be used
as the basis for a reasonable negotiation of the sale.
Purpose of Review: To check accuracy and reliability of calculations and to insure
property methodology was used in order to protect the interests of the public and the
property owner.
Date of Review: September 28, 2011
Date Property Inspected: September 7, 2010
Scope of Work of Review: Reviewed the appraisal to determine the soundness of the
market value opinion, adequacy of the supporting data and documentation, logic of the
analysis and compliance with the Uniform Standards or Professional Appraisal Practice.
Is the appraiser qualified to complete this appraisal? Yes, Mr. Crane is a general
certified appraiser in Iowa and his certification was due for expiration on June 30, 2010.
In his qualifications Mr. Crane notes that he has done over "2500 Appraisals in Central,
Southern and East-Central Iowa" and that he has been in the appraisal business for over
30 years. As a general certified appraiser, Mr. Crane has attended and passed courses
regarding Uniform Standards of Professional Practice.
Property Identification: The subject is a 5.02 acre (218,670 SF) tract zoned for low
density single, family residential development at RS-5. There are several old pole built
sheds that have reached the end of their useful life which would need to be demolished in
order for the site to be developed to its highest and best use. There is no formal address
but the property is located at the NE coiner of Friendship Street and 5`h Avenue on the
east side of Iowa City. The property is legally described as Lot "A" Factory Reserve
with some exceptions. The deed references a recorded plat that the auditor was unable to
find. Mr. Crane provides an abbreviated legal description and uses the Assessors records
in regard to the area at 5.02 acres.
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COMMERCIAL VALUATION
RESEARCH GROUP
September 29, 2011
Mr. Moran
Page 3
Appraisal Report Prepared by: Mr. Robert C. Crane
Effective Date of Value Estimate: June 10, 2010
Date of Appraisal Report: The transmittal letter is dated June 11, 2010
Is the property adequately identified? Yes
Is the discussion of the surrounding community adequate? The appraisal is done on a
standard four page form typically used to appraise a single family lot in a fully developed
subdivision. Mr. Crane notes that ambient property values for single family homes are
predominantly $110,000 and that the predominant age is 70 years. He characterizes the
market area is stable and well served by public services. His discussion is minimally
adequate.
Are the physical characteristics of the subject adequately analyzed and described?
No - Mr. Crane notes that the highest and best use is "Possible conversion to single
family residential houses in the long run." He does not note that the subject has no
internal road system for developed lots. He does not remark that for lots to be developed
on this property it will be necessary to extend public water and sewer as well as a road
system. It will be necessary to provide for storm sewer run off which may include water
detention on site. He does not note that in order for this to occur, it will be necessary to
remove the old pole sheds or that the alley that serves them will most likely be removed
in the course of development. Finally he does not indicate the total number of likely lots
that could potentially be developed. (According to the Planning and zoning department of
Iowa City, the expected yield is 17 lots). He does refer to the peripheral infrastructure
that is in place. He also notes that the property is not in a flood hazard zone.
What Property rights are at issue? Fee simple value
Is the Highest and Best Use adequately analyzed and is the appraisers conclusion in
this regard reasonable? Yes, the appraiser correctly concludes the highest and best use
of the subject property is for single family residential development.
Does the Appraiser Use the Cost Approach and is it done appropriately including
replacement cost new as well as depreciation? Mr. Crane does not develop a Cost
Approach and this is appropriate since the highest and best use is as vacant for low
density residential development. Thus only the vacant land as undeveloped is at issue.
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RESEARCH GROUP
September 29, 2011
Mr. Moran
Page 4
Does the appraiser use the Income Approach? Is it appropriate and adequately
supported? The Income Approach is not developed in'the appraisal, Mr." Crane -
correctly concludes that the Income Approach is not relevant.I agree with big
assessment in this case. -
Does the appraiser use the Sales Comparison Approach? Are the adjustments
reasonable and adequately supported? The appraiser concludes that the Sales
Comparison Approach is the only, relevant approach to estimate the valueof the subject
land and is appropriate in estimating the value of the land area affected.
Reviewer's comments: Mr. Crane uses three comparable sales. He chose these sales -
"because of their residential zoning. It is assumed they will be built upon with single
family homes, which matches the subject zoning." Sale 1 was purchased for
development of recreational fields and parking by the Parkview Christian Church in
January of 2004 or approximately, 6.5 years prior to the date of his appraisal. Mr. Crane,
makes a time adjustment of $0:20 per SF or 10.2% upward from the sales price to
account for time. While his conclusion.is plausible, there is no support for this assertion.
Notably, this parcel is situated on Dubuque Street, the major arterial linking. the Interstate'
with the Central business district and the central campus of the University of Iowa. This
road carries 22,000 cars per day in 2006. This comparable is within a mile of the I-80
interchange. It is bordered on'the north by Taft Speedway. Notably, this property was
inundated by the 500 year flood incident of 2008 but it had not been impacted by a flood
prior to this time. The appraiser adjusts upward $0.30 per SF for location but there is no
justification for this assertion. '
Comparable 2 is located on'Dubuqueless than a block north of comparable 1; This
comparable included a single family residence that sold separately after the initial sale for
$180,000. As a contingency of the sale, the site was rezoned to RM-20 from OSR 12
This is a considerably higher density than the subject at RS-5. The house was situated on
9,302 SF. The actual sale was therefore as follows: $135,000 less. House at $180;000 =
$155,000. Size according to the plat after selling the -home was 85,752 SF (1:97 acres).
Thus the actual price per SF was $1;81. Mr: Crane indicates that the sale price was
$335,000 and the land area as 100,000 SF. He is wrong on both counts. According to' Mr.
Crane, this sale after adjustment indicates a value fbr the, subject of $2.69 per SF or
$588,222.
It was subsequently developed with a cluster of townhomes, a total of I I units. Using
Mr. Crane's adjustments at $0.25 for time of sale and a downward adjustment of $1.00
for the size would indicate a value for the subject of $1.05 per SF-or'$231,253, Notably,
this sale occurred 7.5 years prior to Mr. Crane's appraisal date.
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RESEARCH GROUP
September 29, 2011
Mr. Moran
Page 5
In making this analysis, Mr. Crane over states the value of the subject by $356,969
($588,222 - $231,253 = $356,969). I would add that Mr. Crane is aware that there was a
home on the property which sold for $180,000 as it is included in his detail sheet. This
suggests that there is an element of negligence in his report.
Comparable 3 is located at 531 North First Avenue in Iowa City. This is a fully
improved lot with all infrastructures in place. It is adjacent to Regina School in the
highest income area of Iowa City just north of Rochester' Avenue on First. There is a
considerable difference in the value of a fully developed lot with all infrastructures in
place, approved by the city and capable of accommodating 14 condominium units with
underground parking. This contrasts sharply with the subject which has no approvals and
no infrastructure capable of serving the projected 17 lots. This comparable was zoned for
considerably higher density at RM-12 which allowed for a density of 13 units per acre
(14 units total) as compared to the subject which is expected to yield 3 to 4 units per acre.
Like Sale 2, this comparable transferred approximately 7.5 years prior to the appraisal
date. As a result of these differences I believe that Mr. Crane has overstated the value of
the subject by a considerable margin.
Mr. Crane's reason for choosing these three sales is "because of their residential zoning.
It is assumed they will be built upon with single family homes, which matches the subject
zoning." He has the advantage of hindsight knowing that not one of these three sales was
developed with single family homes. Moreover, only sale 1 matched the subject in terms
of zoning. Both sales 2 and 3 allowed for medium to high density multi -family
development.
Rather than researching and understanding the data, Mr. Crane appears to have had a
preconceived notion of an intended value and searched for sales that apparently fit this
notion. This becomes more apparent when an $180,000 adjustment for the value of a
house on Comparable 3 which is included in Mr. Crane's detailed write up is not
considered or explained in his adjustment table.
Are the appropriate signatures present? Yes — Mr. Crane is the only signatory.
Are the appropriate appraisal methodologies and techniques used? Mr. Crane notes
that this appraisal is "intended to be a limited appraisal". He notes that a summary
appraisal was not requested. He also states in his certifications as follows:
" 7. I performed this appraisal in conformity with the Uniform Standards of Professional
Appraisal Practice..."
In regards to communicating the report according to Standard 2:
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September 29, 2011
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In reporting the results of a real property appraisal, an appraiser must communicate each
analysis, opinion, and conclusion in a manner that is not misleading, The standards do not
include a "limited report". Rather there are three levels: Self Contained, Summary and
Restricted use. These standards apply regardless of the level of report.
The scope of work rule provides that for each appraisal, an appraiser must demonstrate
that the scope of work is sufficient to produce credible assignment results. (Page U-13)
This rule includes the following note; "the scope of work is acceptable when it meets or
exceeds what an appraiser's peers actions would be in performing the same or a similar
assignment."
According to the Ethics Rule an appraiser must promote and preserve the public trust
inherent in appraisal practice by observing the highest standards of professional ethics.
An appraiser must not perform an assignment in a grossly negligent manner
An appraiser must not communicate assignment results with the intent to mislead or to
defraud. (Page U7 USPAP 2010-2011 Edition)
According to Standards Rule 1-1 the following applies:
In developing a real property appraisal, an appraiser must: not commit a substantial error
of omission or commission that significantly affects an appraisal and not render appraisal
services in a careless or negligent manner, such as by making a series of errors that,
although individually might not significantly affect the results of an appraisal, in the
aggregate affects the credibility of those results. (Page U-16)
According to Rule 1-3 the following applies
When necessary for credible assignment results in developing a market value opinion, an
appraiser must: identify and analyze the effect on use and value of existing land use
regulations, reasonably probable modifications of such land use regulation economic
supply and demand, the physical adaptability of the real estate, and market trends; (Page
U-1 S)
Is the report viable for decision making? No
Recommendation: I am of the opinion that Mr. Crane has not adhered to the Uniform
Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. He has rendered his opinion in a careless
and negligent manner and he has not acted with the due diligence necessary to protect the
public interest. His report is not credible.
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RESEARCH GROUP
Address / City:
Site Dimensions:
Comparable Land Sale No. 2
1832 N. Dubuque St.
Iowa City, Iowa
Irregular
Site Area: 85,752 SF After Deducting
home and lot adjacent on Lot 20
Topography:
Zoning: CSA/RM-20 (rezoned after sale
from CSR-12)
Utilities: All public available
Street: Paved 2 lane
Trackage: None
Highest / Best Use: Residential development
Legal Description: Lots 17, 18, 19, & 20, Meadow
Ridge, Part Two, Iowa City, Iowa
Sale Price: $335,000 Date: 3/24/2003
Instr.: W. Deed R.S.: $535.20
Book:3510 Page:664
Terms: Cash settlement to sellers
Discounts: 180,000 Adj Home Sale
Adj. Sales Price: $155,000
Sale Price
per Square Foot: $1.81
per Acre: $78,736
Grantor: Judith G. and Gary L. Calhoun
Grantee: CJ's Construction, Inc.
Verified: County records, buyers
Exposure Period: fourrnonths
Remarks: This sale consists of 3 vacant lots, plus a 1-1/2 story brick SFR dwelling built in 1933 on Lot 20 ( 0.21 ac).
The dwelling sold for $180,000 in April 2004. The vacant lots were subsequently developed with a four plex, a five plex and
a duplex (I I units)
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Iowa City, Iowa
Site Dimensions: Irregular
Site Area: 46,233 SF
Topography: Rolling to steep
Zoning: RM-12- Sensitive Overlay PUD
Utilities: All available
Street: Fully improved
Trackage: None
Highest / Best Use: Medium density residential
Legal Description: Lot 3, First and Rochester, Part One
Sale Price: $150,000 Date: 2/14/03
Instr.: W Deed R.S.: $239.50
Book:3482 Page:549
Terms: Cash to new mortgage
Discounts: -0-
Adj. Sales Price: $150,000
Sale Price
per Square Foot: $3.24
per Acre: $10,714
Grantor: Hickory Hills Condominiums LLC
Grantee: Sterling Trust for Robert Vandenbosch
Verified: Bill Wittig
Exposure Period: 4 months
Remarks: Subsequently under development with 14 condominiums on five levels including underground garages. Property
sold for $100,000 on 10/30/02 prior to approval as PUD with Sensitive Areas Ordinance approved. Market supports
$150,000. All infrastructure was to the site including water, sewer, gas electric and storm water removal. The street (first
Avenue was fully developed.
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Certification
I certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief:
I have the knowledge and experience necessary to complete the assignment competently.
the statements of fact contained in this report are true and correct.
the reported analyses, opinions, and conclusions are limited only by the reported assumptions and
limiting conditions, and are my personal, unbiased professional analyses, opinions, and
conclusions.
I have no present or prospective interest in the property that is the subject of this report, and I
have no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved.
my compensation is not contingent on an action or event resulting from the analyses, opinions, or
conclusions in, or the use of, this report.
my analyses, opinions, and conclusions were developed; and this report has been prepared in
conformity with the Code of Professional Ethics and the Standards of Professional Practice of the
Appraisal Institute which include the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.
the use of this report is subject to the requirements of the Appraisal Institute relating to review by
its duly authorized representatives.
as of the date of this report, I, Kyran J. Cook, have completed the requirements under the
continuing education program of the Appraisal Institute.
I have made a personal inspection of the property that is the subject of this report.
no one provided significant professional assistance to the person signing this report.
the appraisal assigmnent was not based on a requested minimum valuation, a specific valuation,
or the approval of a loan.
As of the date of this report, I, Kyran J. Cook, am a Certified General Real Property Appraiser in
the State of Iowa.
Appraiser:
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