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i . 1 Gar YAZ� r:11 ®prT' CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET CITY OF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org February 27, 2014 IP1 Council Tentative Meeting Schedule MARCH 4 CITY CONFERENCE BOARD MEETING IP2 Agenda and Packet Materials MARCH 4 WORK SESSION MEETING IP3 Work Session Agenda IP4 Memo from Asst. to the City Manager: Draft Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan Update IP5 Pending Work Session Topics MISCELLANEOUS IP6 Memo from Asst. to the City Manager: Support of ICDD "Friends" Program IP7 Copy of Memo from Finance Director: Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee I138 Copy of email from The Crisis Center of Johnson County to City Manager: Crisis Intervention Workers Fill Major Needs I139 Copy of email response to Bart Schuchert from Public Works Director: City Culvert and IDNR Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCD # 13939 I1310 Memo from City Clerk: Faith Academy IP11 City Council Economic Development Committee Minutes, September 3, 2013 (Approved) IP12 City Council Economic Development Committee Minutes, February 10 (Preliminary) Copy of email from Mayor to Board of Regents to City Manager: Comments on Sexual Assault Issues [Distributed as late handout on 3/4.] Copy of email from Human Resources Administrator to City Manager: Successful PB & J Drive [Distributed as late handout on 3/4.1 , S.-AL •���h CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET CITY OF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org February 27, 2014 IP1 Council Tentative r eeting Schedule MARC q4 CITY CONFERENCE BOARD ETING IP2 Agenda and Packet M erials MAR 6W4 WORK SESSION IVIMEETING IP3 Work Session Agenda IP4 Memo from Asst. to the City Ma r: Streetscape Plan Update IP5 Pending Work Session Topics MISCE Draft Iowa gity Downtown and Pedestrian Mall US IP6 Memo from Asst. to the City Manager: Suppo o ICDD "Friends" Program IP7 Copy of Memo from Finance Director: Local pti les Tax Exploratory Committee IP8 Copy of email from The Crisis Cente of John n County to City Manager: Crisis Intervention Workers Fill Major Needs IP9 Copy of email response to Bart Sch chert from Public W rks Director: City Culvert and IDNR Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCD 13939 IP10 Memo from City Clerk: Faith Aca emy IP11 City Council Economic D elopment Committee Minute , September 3, 2013 (Approved) IP12 City Council Economic Dev lopment Committee Minutes, Februa 10 (Preliminary) 02 -27 -14 r ftV it —'.:. City Council Tentative Meeting Schedule IN 3 ►� Subject to change February 27, 2014 CITY OF IOWA CITY Date Time Meeting Location Tuesday, March 4, 2014 5:00 PM City Conference Board Emma J. Harvat Hall Work Session Meeting 7:00 PM Formal Meeting s e Tuesday, March 25, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Special Formal Meeting Tuesday, April 1, 2014 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 15, 2014 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Monday, April 28, 2014 4:30 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall Formal Meeting Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall Formal Meeting Joint Meeting /Work Session TBA / ICCSD Tuesday, May 6, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, May 20, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, June 3, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, June 17, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, July 1, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, July 15, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, August 5, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Tuesday, August 19, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall Tuesday, September 2, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, September 16, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, October 7, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, October 21, 2014 5:00 PMµ Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, November 4, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, November 18, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, December 2, 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting Tuesday, December 16 2014 5:00 PM Work Session Meeting Emma J. Harvat Hall 7:00 PM Formal Meeting OFFICE OF THE 1P2 IOWA CITY ASSESSOR JOHNSON COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING DENNIS BALDRIDGE ASSESSOR BRAD COMER DEPUTY MARTIN BURKLE DEPUTY February 26, 2014 Dear Conference Board Member: The meeting of the Iowa City Conference Board for the public hearing on the Iowa City Assessor's FY 2015 budget is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 5:00 P.M. at the Iowa City City Hall. Enclosed for your review before the meeting are: 1. The Agenda. 2. A copy of the February 6, 2014 minutes. 3. A copy of the FY 15 Itemized Budget. If you have any questions about the budget please feel free to phone me at the office at 356 -6066 or at my home at 688 -2661. Sincerely, Dennis Baldridge Iowa City Assessor 913 SOUTH DUBUQUE STREET • IOWA CITY IOWA 52240 TELEPHONE 319- 356 -6066 The Iowa City Conference Board Agenda Tuesday, March 4, 2014 5:00 P.M The Iowa City Assessor's Conference Board will meet at 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at the Iowa City City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City. The purpose of this meeting is to hold a public hearing on the Iowa City Assessor's proposed budget for FY 2015. AGENDA: 1. Call meeting to order by the Chairperson. 2. Roll call by taxing body. 3. Act on minutes of February 5, 2013 Conference Board meeting. 4. Public Hearing on FY15 Budget. 5. Adopt FY15 Budget. 6. Assessor Evaluation Committee membership. 7. Other business. 8. Adjournment. Dennis J. Baldridge Clerk, Iowa City Conference Board IOWA CITY CONFERENCE BOARD MINUTES February 6, 2014 Iowa City Conference Board: February 6, 2014, at 5:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at the Iowa City City Hall, Mayor Matt Hayek presiding. Iowa City Council Members Present: Botchway, Dickens, Hayek, Mims and Throgmorton. Johnson County Supervisors Present: Etheredge, Harney, Neuzil, Rettig and Sullivan. Iowa City School Board Members Present: None. Others Present: Burkle, Comer, Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, and Karr. Digital Recording: February 6, 2014. Chair Matt Hayek called the meeting to order and Clerk Dennis Baldridge called roll and stated that a quorum was present. The City ( Throgmorton) moved to accept the minutes of the last Conference Board meeting, April 9, 2013, the County (Sullivan) seconded and the motion carried unanimously 2/0. The Iowa City School Board, having no members present, did not have a vote recorded. Matt Hayek presented an Assessor's Evaluation Committee report. There was some discussion of going into a closed session, but Assessor Baldridge agreed to hold the evaluation in the open meeting. Hayek stated that the evaluation was very positive and commended the City Assessor's Office for its high ranking in several statistical categories. Mr. Throgmorton asked if the proposed merit increase of 2.125 percent and the cost of living increase of 2.25 percent were consistent with city increases and City Manager Tom Markus answered in the affirmative. Supervisor Rettig explained that the assessor's merit increase was modeled after the Johnson County system and that their merit increases would be capped at two percent next year rather than the current three percent. Rettig moved to approve the report, Throgmorton seconded and the motion passed unanimously 2/0. Iowa City Assessor Dennis Baldridge presented his FY '15 Assessment Expense Fund budget. The increases are $10,380 for a 2.25 percent cost -of- living increase in salaries, $9,890 for merit/step increases, $1,979 for an increase in FICA, $2,310 for an increase in IPERS, $5,000 for an increase in leave contingency, $600 for an increase in Board of Review salaries, $8,550 for an increase in data processing services, $5,500 for an increase in postage, an alternate year expense, $4,000 for an increase in printing, also an alternate year expense, $3,000 for an increase to the auto replacement fund and $1,000 for an increase in schools and conferences. The increases are offset by a $5,500 decrease in Data Processing Services. Mr. Throgmorton asked about the difference in the total budget amount and the amount that will be levied. It was explained that the carryover of unspent funds from the previous year's budget makes up that difference. The City (Mims) moved to approve the budget for publication. The motion was seconded by the County (Etheredge) and passed unanimously 2/0. The County (Rettig) moved to set the public hearing for March 4, 2014 at 5:00 P.M. at the Iowa City City Hall, the City (Botchway) seconded and the motion carried unanimously 2/0. It was moved by Susan Mims of the City and seconded by Janelle Rettig of the County to re- appoint Chuck McComas to a six year term on the Iowa City Board of Review beginning January 1, 2014. The motion carried unanimously. Assessor Baldridge presented a report on consolidation of the Iowa City Assessor's Office and the Johnson County Assessor's Office. Mayor Hayek stated that consolidation could only be done by a decision of the Iowa City Council and that the matter would be discussed at a future council work session. There being no other business, it was moved by the City (Botchway) and seconded by the County (Harney) to adjourn at 5:34 P.M. Motion carried unanimously, 2/0. Dennis Baldridge Clerk, Iowa City Conference Board IOWA CITY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE ITEMIZED BUDGET - ASSESSMENT EXPENSE FUND EMPLOYEE EXPENDITURES FY 2014 FY 2015 INCREASE SALARIES Current Proposed CITY ASSESSOR 99,010 103,340 4.37% CHIEF DEPUTY ASSESSOR 83,840 87,610 4.50% DEPUTY ASSESSOR 78,930 82,480 4.50% REAL ESTATE /GIS SPECIALIST 54,060 56,290 4.13% APPRAISER (NEW CONSTRUCTION) 47,280 49,230 4.12% OFFICE MANAGER 48,690 50,880 4.50% APPRAISER (REAPPRAISAL) 49,910 52,160 4.51% MERIT INCREASES (have been added to salaries above) (8,770) 9,890 SUBTOTAL $461,720 $481,990 4.39% Proposed salaries include merit increases and 2.25% cost of living adjustment. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS EMPLOYER SHARE: FICA 38,045 40,024 5.20% EMPLOYER SHARE: IPERS 44,411 46,721 5.20% HEALTH INSURANCE 116,000 116,000 0.00% SUBTOTAL 198,456 202,745 2.16% TOTAL EMPLOYEE COST $660,176 $684,735 3.72% OTHER EXPENDITURES LEAVE CONTINGENCY $20,000 $25,000 25.00% BOARDS BOARD OF REVIEW 15,600 16,200 3.85% BOARD OF REVIEW EXPENSES 200 200 0.00% CONFERENCE BOARD 0 0 EXAMINING BOARD 30 30 0.00% SUBTOTAL $15,830 $16,430 3.79% OFFICE EXPENSES MILEAGE & AUTO 4,500 4,500 0.00% OFFICE SUPPLIES 3,500 3,500 0.00% POSTAGE 1,500 7,000 366.67% TELEPHONE 1,300 1,300 0.00% PUBLICATIONS & SUBSCRIPTIONS 700 700 0.00% PRINTING 1,000 5,000 400.00% INSURANCE 4,200 4,200 0.00% EQUIPMENT PURCHASE 3,400 3,400 0.00% EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE 200 200 0.00% UNEMPLOYMENT 2,000 2,000 0.00% DATA PROCESSING SERVICES 23,550 18,000 - 23.57% SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE 21,000 21,000 0.00% BONDS & WORKER'S COMPENSATION 1,500 1,500 0.00% AUTO REPLACEMENT 9,000 12,000 33.33% COMPUTER REPLACEMENT 2,500 2,500 0.00% SUBTOTAL $79,850 $86,800 8.70% PROFESSIONAL EXPENSES SCHOOLS & CONFERENCES 12,000 13,000 8.33% DUES 2,000 2,000 0.00% SUBTOTAL $14,000 $15,000 7.14% TECHNICAL SERVICES LEGAL FEES & EXPERT WITNESSES 52,000 52,000 0.00% AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY 10,000 10,000 0.00% APPRAISAL SERVICE 1,000 1,000 0.00% SUBTOTAL $63,000 $63,000 0.00% TOTAL OTHER EXPENDITURES $192,680 $206,230 7.03% TOTAL ASSMT EXPENSE FUND BUDGET $852,856 $890,965 4.47% UNENCUMBERED BALANCE $83,112 $158,292 90.46% TO BE RAISED BY TAXATION $769,744 $732,673 -4.82% IOWA CITY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE MAXIMUM LEVY ALLOWED MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT EXPENSE FUND 3,068,659,061 X.000675 $2,071,345 IPERS & FICA FUNDS $86,745 UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION & TORT LIABILITY $4,000 MAXIMUM ALLOWED WITHOUT STATE APPROVAL $2,162,090 MAXIMUM EMERGENCY FUND 3,068,659,061 X .00027 $828,537 (requires State Appeal Board approval) MAXIMUM THAT COULD BE RAISED BY TAXATION FOR FY 2013 $2,990,627 PRIOR YEARS LEVIES AND RATES SPECIAL APPRAISERS FUND ASSESSMENT EXPENSE FUND FY AMOUNT LEVIED LEVY RATE 1996 -97 319,513 0.20450 1997 -98 318,270 0.19946 1998 -99 318,699 0.19269 1999 -00 341,910 0.19784 2000 -01 359,341 0.19823 2001 -02 396,829 0.20636 2002 -03 403,136 0.20694 2003 -04 412,379 0.20818 2004 -05 470,398 0.22926 2005 -06 472,050 0.22525 2006 -07 529,702 0.23164 2007 -08 603,916 0.25868 2008 -09 611,955 0.24917 2009 -10 600,013 0.23848 2010 -11 621,785 0.23147 2011 -12 680,786 0.24538 2012 -13 700,997 0.24164 2013 -14 769,744 0.25873 2014 -15 732,073 0.23876 SPECIAL APPRAISERS FUND TOTAL LEVY AMOUNT LEVIED LEVY RATE 17,000 0.01088 0.21538 52,834 0.03311 0.23257 184,357 0.11146 0.30415 352,508 0.20398 0.40182 180,293 0.09946 0.29769 6,442 0.00335 0.20971 4,426 0.00227 0.20921 10,051 0.00507 0.21325 15,728 0.00767 0.23693 25,995 0.01240 0.23765 0 0 0.23164 4,792 0.00205 0.26073 1,540 0.00063 0.24980 0 0 0.23848 8,730 0.00325 0.23472 2,608 0.00094 0.24632 8,384 0.00289 0.24453 N/A N/A 0.25873 N/A N/A 0.23876 ' p1wltt.i CITY OF IOWA CITY 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa S2240 -1826 (319) 3S6 -5000 (319) 3S6 -5009 FAX www.lcgov.org City Council Work Session Agenda March 4, 2014 (following 5:00 PM City Conference Board Meeting) Emma J. Harvat Hall - City Hall 410 E. Washington Street ■ Questions from Council re Agenda Items ■ Review the downtown streetscape plan and discuss the implementation and funding strategy [IP # 4] ■ Information Packet Discussion [February 20, 27] ■ Council Time ■ Meeting Schedule ■ Pending Work Session Topics [IP # 5 of 2/27 Info Packet] ■ Upcoming Community Events /Council Invitations QA CITY OF IOWA CITY - - ,s��'�� MEMORANDUM IN Date: February 27, 2014 To: City Council From: Geoff Fruin, Assistant to the City Manager Re: Draft Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan Update Introduction: The FY 2012 -13 CIP budget included $850,000 to help address maintenance needs of the aging downtown streetscape furnishings (benches, light fixtures, waste receptacles, planters, bricks, kiosks, etc.). At the time this budget was approved, the Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) had just formed and was commencing their initial strategic planning sessions. After participating in these sessions and further discussing district goals with their board of directors and other local stakeholders, it became apparent that a more comprehensive approach to guiding capital investments in the downtown streetscape was the appropriate step to take. Before expending the $850,000 that was allocated for maintenance of the streetscape in the district, staff decided to develop a process that will engage the community in a multi -year plan designed to update the streetscape and prioritize capital improvements for the next several years. In November 2012, staff issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the downtown streetscape project. The RFP attracted significant interest across the country and produced a total of eighteen responses from urban design teams. A committee of internal and external stakeholders ultimately reviewed the proposals, interviewed selected firms and recommended that the City Council contract with Genus Landscape Architects (Des Moines, Iowa) for master planning services. The City Council concurred with this recommendation and approved a contract with Genus for an amount not to exceed $258,500. This past year, Genus has worked diligently with a variety of stakeholders to develop a draft streetscape plan for the downtown area. Their contract scope included a thorough site assessment process, visual observations of everyday and special event use of public space, significant stakeholder and public input processes, and general planning services. The planning process was overseen by a project steering and technical committee that included City staff and representatives from the ICDD, Summer of the Arts, University of Iowa and Iowa City City Council. Discussion and Analysis: Every year, the City undertakes a multitude of streetscape enhancements throughout the community. These enhancements range from simple road repaving or infrastructure upgrades to more complex projects such as the Lower Muscatine Road project, which included a road diet and traffic controls, new sidewalks, lighting enhancements, banner poles and a variety of other improvements. In most cases, master planning efforts are not necessary to undertake prior to completing these types of improvements. However, in situations where you are working with a large geographic area, diverse stakeholders, the likelihood for multiple construction phases, and /or circumstances where the use of the space is rapidly evolving, master planning services can help achieve outcomes that will ultimately better serve the community. Over the past few years, the City Council has been very conscientious in ensuring that such streetscape improvements are spread equitably throughout the community and are meeting the needs of various neighborhoods and business districts. In just the past two years, the City has invested in streetscape improvements along Lower Muscatine Road and Sycamore Street February 27, 2014 Page 2 (Highway 1 / Iowa City Marketplace Corridor), Williams Street ( Towncrest), and the Miller / Orchard and Highway 6 area (Highway 6 corridor). In addition to this downtown streetscape plan, the City has plans for streetscape enhancements in the Riverfront Crossings District and along the Riverside Drive commercial corridor. This background provides important context to understanding how this downtown plan can be used by the City going forward. By considering this plan, the City Council is not prioritizing these projects over other community needs. Rather, the City is laying the groundwork to ensure that future projects in the district are well- coordinated. A good comparative example can be found with the Towncrest neighborhood plan. Because of the strength of the plan and the community support behind it, the City has been able to implement it in an incremental, yet coordinated approach as resources permit. In some cases, the City can methodically initiate projects contained in the plan and in other cases, is able to defer to implement plan components until private redevelopment occurs. An example of this latter scenario is the Williams Street improvements that were coordinated with the two new commercial buildings on the same street. The downtown plan is intended to serve much the same role that the Towncrest plan does for that neighborhood. With that understanding, I believe there are several projects contained in the plan that will be high priority projects in the next five years. This is primarily due to deteriorating conditions of infrastructure components such as underground utilities and paving materials. Another driving factor is the strong community desire to improve existing conditions, especially in the area of lighting. The plan will also allow us to better coordinate public improvements with any private redevelopments that may arise over the next several years. The implementation section of the draft report outlines the priorities that were determined through the master plan process. The first phase of the implementation encompasses the 'quickstart' projects that will utilize the funds already budgeted for FY 15. No other funds are contained in the city budget for the projects contained in the plan. However, as future budgets are considered, we believe that a few of the projects will be worthy of City Council consideration and are likely to be introduced pending other community needs and available financial resources. At the March 4th work session, I will provide a more detailed overview of the implementation recommendations, which are contained in chapter eight of the draft plan. A master plan of this nature, is expected to have a shelf life of 10 -15 years. It is likely not realistic to expect that every project identified will be funded during that time period. Similarly, if you review any particular street improvement, it may not be realistic that every recommendation will carry through to the construction phase. Some plan components will necessarily be dropped for budgetary considerations, while some may prove to be unfeasible after more detailed engineering study or design work is completed. Over the next several years, staff will review the plan components and priorities, and make necessary adjustments when forwarding recommendations to the City Council. Financial Impact: The plan outlines a variety of projects ranging from utility upgrades and transportation infrastructure to plantings and public art. Revenue sources for the projects will vary considerably based on the nature of the project and may even include private fundraising. The plan does not obligate the City to fund any project. Rather, the plan is meant to help ensure that future investments are completed in a coordinated, well - planned manner that is rooted in public input. With that said, the proposed FY 2015 capital budget contains one million dollars to begin implementation of the plan. The recommended allocation of those dollars is outlined in the Implementation section of the report. The project attempts to address immediate safety and maintenance needs (sidewalk repair, tree grate replacement, playground surfacing replacement, etc.), pursue selected improvements that were strongly supported in public input sessions (covered bicycle parking, new recycling stations, etc.) and other items that will inform future February 27, 2014 Page 3 improvements in the district (arborist study, traffic modeling, pilot light and plant rail installations, etc.). Additional FY 2015 budget funds will support the design work needed to complete a phase one improvement, which focuses on the pedestrian mall. The actual funding of this phase, and all other subsequent phases, will need to be determined by the City Council in the future. Staff recommends that the this decision be made during the FY 16 budget discussions next winter, which allows the project to be reviewed in the context of all other community needs, and after the detailed design work has provided more definitive cost estimates. However, it should be stressed that if we begin design work on a phase one project in 2015, there will be increasing expectations to include the construction of the project in the City's capital budget for the following fiscal year. The final component to the FY 15 implementation deals with policy matters that influence the streetscape. Through this planning process we have identified a few city policies that need careful review. Specifically, we plan to review policies on outdoor cafes, signage, private trash receptacles and the City's donation station program. Throughout the next year, the City will work with stakeholders to review these policies and will forward any recommendations to the City Council, as appropriate. Recommendation: The draft plan is included with this memo for your review. Representatives from Genus will be present at your March 4th work session to provide a brief overview of the plan. I will also comment on the implementation options moving forward. Assuming any requested modifications can be made in a timely fashion, we will recommend that you formally accept the plan at your March 25th City Council meeting. REVIEW COPY MASTER PLAN REPORT FEBRUARY 2014 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE as a [ PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ] ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 4 introduction master plan study area master plan goals + objectives 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS 9 site assessment utility analysis 3 STAKEHOLDER INPUT 21 introduction steering committee stakeholder meetings public meetings mindmixer event monitoring sustainability workshop TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING 105 introduction ped mall goals + objectives blackhawk mini�park secondary destinations planning framework 7 4 POLICY 139 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS 33 wayfinding + identity lighting + electrical sustainability transportation enhancements landscape + plant material materials + kit of parts public art 5 STREETSCAPE PLANNING 65 street hierarchy diagram street vision plans introduction sidewalk cafe policy signage policy purple meters maintenance IMPLEMENTATION 147 introduction quick start projects project area cost summary phasing strategy project improvement framework prioritization funding sources APPENDICES [ under separate cover ] site assessment report utility analyses event monitoring public input summaries policy research cost opinions I FEBRUARY 2014 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS STEERING COMMITTI Geoff Fruin Wendy Ford Rick Fosse Mike Moran Jim Throgmorton Nancy Bird Bill Nusser Jim Mondanaro Shane Schemmel Bob Brooks TECHNICAL COMMI' Kris Ackerson Chris O'Brien Ron Knoche Guy Irvin Sheri Thomas Terry Robinson Mark Rummel David Schwindt Jorey Bailey E City of Iowa City, Assistant to the City Manager City of Iowa City, Economic Development Coordinator City of Iowa City, Director of Public Works City of Iowa City, Director of Parks and Recreation City of Iowa City, City Councilman Iowa City Downtown District, Executive Director Iowa City Downtown District, Business Owner Iowa City Downtown District, Business Owner Summer of the Arts, Associate Executive Director University of Iowa, Assoc. Director of Landscape Services TEE. CITY OF IOWA CITY Assistant Transportation Planner Director of Transportation Services City Engineer Electronics Technician / Traffic Engineer Senior Maintenance Worker- Central Business District Superintendent of Parks and Forestry Assoc. Director of Transportation Services Police Officer Police Officer PLANNING TEAM Genus Landscape Architects studiolNSITE Conservation Design Forum MMS Consultants KCL Engineering ArtHOUSE Design MindMixer Contact For more information on this plan update, contact: Geoff Fruin Assistant to the City Manager I City of Iowa City 319.356.5013 Geoff-Fruin@iowo-city.org ME IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT Fl SECTION 1 Executive Summary �5 n C C C 3 3 Q 3 FEBRUARY 2014 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Much has been written about the eclecticism and Vibran- cy of downtown Iowa City, a dynamic destination for the community and the region with a rich mix of retail, unique dining, nationally recognized special events and festivals, a distinctive public art program, and inspired entertain- ment venues. At its heart, the iconic Pedestrian Mall has long been recognized and celebrated as a place where people of all ages and demographics come together. The Study Area for this plan extends from Bloomington Street on the north to Burlington Street on the south, and from Gilbert Street on the east to Clinton Street on the west. The streetscapes and public spaces throughout the study area developed at different times and under inde- pendent plans. As a result, the condition and character of the streetscapes vary considerably. And, as a simple byproduct of time, some of the public spaces and street- scape amenities are showing visible signs of deterioration. The intent of the current study is to prepare an updated master plan that will focus on the components necessary for a successful, contemporary streetscape that reflects the evolving social, cultural, and commercial needs of the community.The resultant masterplan report, The Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan Update, builds on existing strengths and provides key recommen- dations that will refresh and unify the downtown core and the Pedestrian Mall. The Plan seeks to balance the needs of varied usergroups and reflects the understanding that streets play a multifac- eted role. 'Good streets' have meaning for people, are accessible to all, are well maintained, and are engaging; they are an important part of everyday life in the public realm. If fully and thoughtfully realized, this Plan will bring a number of benefits to downtown Iowa City. PI4 BENEFITS TO DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY Distinctive and unified streetscape design: A consistent palette of unique & quality streetscape components [ light fixtures, seating, litter receptacles, bike racks, planters ] will create a cohesive downtown identity. An updated and inspired wayfinding and identity frame- work: New gateways and wayfinding kiosks will improve legibility of the City and provide a means of orientation for Visitors and guests. Improved pedestrian safety, comfort, and accessibility: Enhanced crosswalks, bump -outs, and pedestrian refuge islands along select streets will improve downtown's walk - ability. New paving, seating, and pedestrian scale lighting will improve the sense of safety and facilitate use. New and improved public gathering spaces: The Plan cre- ates a series of secondary destinations across the study area that will appeal to the range of usergroups. Enhanced bicycle accommodations: Sheltered bicycle parking and designated bicycle lanes will support and fur- ther Iowa City as a bicycle - friendly community. A contemporary and sustainable lighting framework: A multi - layered lighting framework consisting of pedestri- an and roadway lights, architectural lighting, enhanced storefront lighting, identity lighting, and illuminated wayfin- ding elements will create a unique downtown identity and encourage night time use. Replacement of aging infrastructure: The existing sanitary sewer, potable water, gas, fiber, and storm sewer systems were analyzed to guide future infrastructure improve- ments. Green infrastructure strategies: An energy efficient LED lighting system, recycling stations, solar panels at bicycle shelters, enhanced transportation choices, sustainable education and outreach opportunities, and permeable pavement systems and bioretention planting areas at se- lect areas will demonstrate the City's commitment to sus - tainability. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I INTRODUCTION ��' Sloomfngbn 3 }. - _ JeHerson�31. Iowa Ave. wosrtingmn af. College SL DOWNTOWN IIDWA Cirri iTll r _ ' 6urlingfon SI. �� j r II The Study Area for the Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan Update comprises sixteen blocl6, or approximately 65 acres. THE ORGANIZATION OF THE PLAN 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Section 1 gives a brief introduction to the project, high - Plan Update consists of the following sections. An expla- lights the organization of the plan, and concludes with nation of each section and its contents are noted below master plan goals and objectives, to assist users in finding content. 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1 EXISTING CONDITIONS 3 STAKEHOLDER INPUT 4 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS 5 STREETSCAPE PLANNING 6 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING POLICY 8 IMPLEMENTATION t APPENDICES Z EXISTING CONDITIONS Section 2 of the plan summarizes the site assessment process which included a combination of field analysis, stakeholder engagement, and review of information and mapping provided by the City of Iowa City. As part of this process, the existing wayfnding and identity elements, sidewalk cafes, context, accessibility, architectural pat- terns and streetscape components were reviewed. In an effort to better understand the existing infrastructure, a utility analysis examined the sanitary sewer, storm sew- er, and water supply within the Study Area and consid- ered projected demand for these utilities into the future. The utility analyses included consultations with local utility companies and interviews with key representatives from the City. The information gathered during the site assess- ment phase informed key recommendations for each of the streets and the pedestrian mall. FEBRUARY 2014 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I INTRODUCTION 3 STAKEHOLDER INPUT Within Section 3, the Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan Update reflects the dedicated par- ticipation and input of the project steering and technical committee and an invested public. The steering and tech- nical committee was composed of City of Iowa City lead- ers, local business leaders, and representatives from the Iowa City Downtown District, Summer of the Arts (SOTA), and the University of Iowa. To ensure the resulting plan reflects the needs of the larger community, the Plan was developed with significant public input. Three public in- put meetings took place over the course of a nine- month planning process [ full project duration 1 and over four hundred persons participated in the meetings. Addition- ally, throughout the entire master plan process, the public was able to submit ideas online via the project website, inspiredowntownic.com, resulting in an additional 435 par- ticipants along the way. 4 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS This section promotes a strong ensemble of high - quality materials, amenities and furnishings that reinforce a unique and positive downtown image. The proposed palette of materials will give downtown a consistent character and quality. While certain components, such as benches or trash receptacles, will be applied consistently throughout the study area, others, such as limestone light pole bas- es or banners, may be recommended only along select streets to better distinguish a specific street role or function. Taken as a whole, the components ensure a consistent vo- cabulary for the downtown and Pedestrian Mall. The sec- tion addresses the following components. • wayfnding + identity • lighting + electrical • sustainability • transportation enhancements • landscape + plant material • materials+ kit of parts • public art Jr STREETSCAPE PLANNING Providing an overview of each street and the key im- provement recommendations that were identified for it, this section offers design narrative, street vision plans, ren- derings, and sections within the plan to outline how and where these recommendations should be implemented. Key planning recommendations for each street were cat- egorized per the following. • Transportation Enhancements address how and where to improve vehicular, bicyclist, and pedestrian movement. • Lighting opportunities identify and locate the type of light(s) proposed for each street. • Sustainable Enhancements identify opportunities for green infrastructure strategies such as bioretention planting areas, infll trees, recycling stations, and per- meable pavement systems. ME- • Wayfnding and Identity elements create gateways and inform use along select streets. • Utility recommendations address aging infrastructure and the undergrounding of any existing overhead util- ity lines. • Other improvements such as vegetation, seating, and paving improvements are identified. G PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING The Pedestrian Mall is a truly unique asset that sets Iowa City apart from other cities. Its long -term success can be attributed to the mix of uses including successful restau- rants, new residential properties, entertainment venues, and its adjacency to the University of Iowa. Across the US, there is renewed interested in pedestrian -only spaces. With nearly forty years having passed since the opening of the Pedestrian Mall and the most recent improvements taking place in 1999, the Pedestrian Mall needs a 'selec- tive editing' of components to continue to attract and support unique businesses, to fulfill the evolving needs of diverse user groups, and to address years of deferred maintenance. Material presented in this section illustrates an analysis framework for existing conditions, recommendations for a new layer of secondary destination spaces across the Pedestrian Mall and overall planning suggestions to re -in- vigorate and update the Pedestrian Mall. 7 POLICY With a focus of re- aligning City policy with streetscape and pedestrian mall planning goals, Section 7 describes the City's current sidewalk cafe and signage policy, the purple meter program, and maintenance - related issues and requirements. S IMPLEMENTATION In order to move the planning from vision to reality, the master plan report concludes with the identification and prioritization of recommended projects, as well as a cost summary for improvements associated with each street and the pedestrian mall. The prioritization of projects in- cludes phasing recommendations for quick start [ sudden impact or critical maintenance / safety projects 1, short term [ 1 -3 year 1 and long term projects [ 5 -15 year 1 to assist the City of Iowa City in fiscal planning and deci- sion- making forthe next 10-15 years. + APPENDICES Copies of the full site assessment report, utility analysis, the Iowa Arts Festival summary, a record of the public input from the three public meetings, sidewalk cafe policy re- search from similar cities, and cost opinions are provided under separate cover. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I MASTER PLAN GOALS AND OBJECTIVES ENHANCE THE PUBLIC REALM BUILD ON EXISTING STRENGTHS ADDRESS AGING INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCE OUR ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP & BECOME A'GREEN' DOWNTOWN STRENGTHEN 'TOWN AND GOWN' IMAGE DEVELOP A MULTI - LAYERED, FLEXIBLE LIGHTING FRAMEWORK • Celebrate the history and culture of Iowa City. • Create a memorable public space at Black Hawk Mini Park. • Improve the children's play area and the 'Weather Dance' fountain stage space. • Create a focal point and Ped Mall gateway at Dubuque and Washington. • Improve festival and public event opportunities. • Improve bicycle connectivity and bicycle parking ac- commodations. • Improve the pedestrian experience, especially along Burlington and Gilbert. • Improve connectivity between the Northside Market- place, the core of Downtown, the Iowa River, and the Riverfront Crossings. • Reinforce the public artwork program. • Enhance the tree planting program. • Identify good elements of the existing streetscape. • Enhance the walkability of Downtown. • Enhance the opportunities for families including the play area at the Library. • Evaluate the adequacy & condition of existing utilities. • Assess current and future needs per the 2012 Master Plan Yield Analysis. • Make recommendations on utility improvements. • Improve the special event infrastructure. • Explore & incorporate green infrastructure strategies. • Promote the use of sustainable and low maintenance materials. • Improve recycling opportunities. • Incorporate art and technology into the streetscape that celebrates the University's many resources. • Create a subtleyet unified streetscape expression that promotes the physical and visual engagement of the University with the Downtown. • Develop a Gateway element as an entry feature to the University and to the City. • Create a lighting framework that informs use and en- hances wayf nding. • Incorporate creative architectural lighting at historic buildings, public art projects and other notable loca- tions. • Create opportunities for year -round and seasonal lighting. • Create a sense of arrival at key points throughout the study area. • Create a gateway into the Ped Mall at Washington ENHANCE THE WAYFINDING NETWORK and Dubuque. • Improve transportation /parking - related signage to as- sist visitors. VA FEBRUARY 2014 P8 N SECTION L Existing Conditions n 0 Q FEBRUARY 2014 EXISTING CONDITIONS I SITE ASSESSMENT SITE ASSESSMENT Downtown Iowa City has many strengths including a vibrant pedestrian realm, an eclectic mix of retail and restaurants, a memorable public art program, mature trees, and nationally recognized special events. Landmark destinations such as the Ped Mall, the Englert Theater and the Iowa City Public Library are used and enjoyed by lo- cals and visitors alike. Its rich history has resulted in approx- imately sixty national registry eligible structures within or directly adjacent to the study area. In short, the site assess- ment reveals a strong starting point for the project. As a simple by- product of time, some aspects and com- ponents of the downtown streetscape are in a state of decline. As an example, significant improvements have not been made at the Ped Mall since the 1998 Iowa City Downtown Streetscape Plan. Additionally, as the City has grown and evolved, the downtown boundaries have shift- ed and expanded. The full site assessment report is included within the Appen- dix. A summary of key observations follows. • Enhancements are needed at the public realm to bet - ter accommodate existing and future uses. Forexam- ple, at the completion of Park @201, the north end of the Ped Mall and the adjacent Black Hawk Mini Park can be re- designed to realize their full potential as Vibrant public spaces that welcome users to down- town. Other public spaces in need of updates include the children's play area and the permanent stage. • The existing downtown lighting identity is limited and includes a wide range of inconsistent design styles. The 'globe' lights at the Ped Mall and the adjacent streets are inefficient and are nearing the end of their serviceable life. Safety is compromised at times due to inadequate illumination. A significant opportuni- ty exists for a consistent, multi - layered lighting design framework that will be more characteristic of a sus- tainable and contemporary destination. • Some infrastructure is aging and is not meeting current demands. Additional electrical capacity and access points are needed throughout downtown to support special events and holiday lighting. In its existing state, storm sewer capacity and inlet capacity is not suffi- cient in multiple areas. Existing water supply lines do not meet future build -out demands in multiple loca- tions. • There are inconsistencies in the basic streetscape 'kit of parts'. Since 1998, six different planning documents have guided various parts of the study area. As a re- sult, basic streetscape components including sidewalk paving, lighting, planting design vary across the study area. Encouraging continuity across the basic street- scape components will improve downtown's identity and ease maintenance demands on city staff. • Green infrastructure strategies are currently lacking across downtown. There is tremendous potential to im- mI l plement sustainable strategies across downtown and reflect the ideals of a sustainable community. • Improving the pedestrian and bicycle experience throughout the district is a high priority. In particular, emphasis needs to be directed at Burlington, Gilbert, Market, and Clinton Streets. A strong wayfnding framework is generally lacking. The existing oversized kiosks and posting pillars are no longer meeting their intended purpose and many are in a state of disrepair. A new wayfnding and identity program will allow the user to find information more quickly and easily with simple unified graphics. The existing alleys are under�ufilized, poorly illumi- nated, and dominated by waste storage. Many of the existing limestone planters are sepa- rating and are in need of repair. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING CONDITIONS I SITE ASSESSMENT EXISTING BRICK SURFACING Sections of the brick paving across the Ped Mall are heav- ing and uneven. Vehicular tracking is visible across the easterly section near the Bread Garden and the Iowa City Public Library. To minimize maintenance challenges that go along with uneven pavement (snow removal, ponding water) and safety concerns (tripping and universal accessibility) se- lect areas of the Pedestrian Mall need to have the pavers and subbase reinstalled to create a safe and attractive walking surface. INCONSISTENT LIGHTING The current lighting system across Downtown is a compo- nent that warrants significant investment. Many of the fix- tures are 'tired', exhibiting peeling paint and surface rust that is typical for fixtures that have been in -place for de- cades. While lamp conversions to LED have been start- ed, much work remains to improve light levels, ambiance, branding and energy efficiency. NORTH PEDESTRIAN MALL ENTRY During public input meeting #1, the north Ped Mall entry was identified as the least favorite public space in Down- town Iowa City. It was described as 'the most dangerous and intimidating space' in Downtown Iowa City. The pub- lic complained about the ongoing loitering and about the groups that 'hang out' on the benches for extended pe- riods of time. 11 FEBRUARY 2014 EXISTING CONDITIONS I SITE ASSESSMENT PI12 INCONSISTENT COMPONENTS A lack of consistency of basic streetscape components makes the public realm seem confusing and cluttered. EXISTING POSTING PILLARS The existing kiosks and posting pillars are showing signs of deterioration. As depicted in the image, many of the existing bases are corroding. They are also over -sized and appear out of scale with the context. Many of their original uses such as pay telephones and newspaper vending are no longer relevant. EXISTING PLAY SURFACING The existing play surface is in need of replacement. The surface is uneven and cracking and is separating from the edge restraint. This creates tripping hazards and an un- safe play surface for children. EXISTING STREETSCAPE Basic streetscape amenities are lacking along many of the streets. As examples, gateway elements are missing, there are gaps in the tree planting program, seating is currently unavailable along certain street sections, and street -lev- el blank facades reduce the visual interest of the streets- cape. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT UTILITY ANALYSIS INTRODUCTION The planning team identified the utilities within the project limits, reviewed relevant information from the City, and worked with utility providers to determine the adequacy and condition of each utility system as it relates to the Yield Analysis section contained within the 2012 downtown and riverfront crossings master plan. Observations and recom- mendations for sanitary sewer, water service, storm sewer, fiber optic, natural gas, and electrical are provided in the following sections. The full utility analysis is included under separate cover. FIBER OPTIC / IT / COMMUNICATIONS Contact was made with the City of Iowa City IT and Traffic departments to gain an understanding of possible future needs for conduit in the study area. The information re- ceived indicated that the existing conduit was reaching the end of its service life. The requested infrastructure con- sists of a conduit bank of (3) 2 -inch SDR11 HDPE conduit throughout the study area with associated hand holes. Additional conduit may need to be considered for private utilities as fiber optic is limited in the area. EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS NATURAL GAS Contact was made with MidAmerican Energy, the natural gas utility for the study area. Their current system is an ag- ing low pressure system that is, at times, unable to provide the volume of gas needed for application within the area. The utility recently installed a new line in the alley near Park @201 to serve the new 14 story structure. Represen- tatives indicated that they would replace all old gas lines within the study area in association with projects contem- plated by this study. Of note, they also indicated that their current meters are in the buildings in much of the area, and would be interested in looking at creative solutions that could move some of the meters to exterior locations where feasible. ELECTRICAL MidAmerican Energy's electrical infrastructure is general- ly buried underground in the Downtown District while the Northside Marketplace has overhead distribution. In both areas the majority of electrical infrastructure is located in alleys. A one block section along S. Gilbert Street between Washington and College will eventually be converted un- derground due to new development, but the time frame is currently not known. MidAmerican reports no other plans for major infrastructure improvements in the next ten years unless they receive additional customer requests. There is currently adequate capacity for current customers and expected future growth. However, additional electrical capacity is needed throughout downtown and specifi- cally along Iowa Avenue and Clinton and in the Ped Mall for special events and vendors. An electric utility map has been provided by MidAmerican Energy for the study area. Water main break along Washington in August 2013 13 FEBRUARY 2014 EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS I SANITARY SERVICE 0 p': 1 ME of SL OII4c o1 OP p IL1L Bloomington Sf. LLJ 1 rte' � �401 OIri =•1 �! •: 11•�- .6�,j - ® LOCATION /REFERENCE TO RECOMMENDED SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PI14 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS I SANITARY SERVICE SANITARY SEWER The sanitary sewer analysis was based on information pro- vided by the City of Iowa City and consisted of sanitary sewer plan and profile records. In addition, LIDAR contour mapping was used to estimate areas contributing to the sanitary sewer outside the study area. The City of Iowa City Wastewater Division of the Department of Public Works performed video inspections of the subject sewer lines. The system was analyzed by determining the service areas for each reach of sanitary sewer and comparing the cal- culated flows from each service area to the calculated capacity in each pipe. Flows from each service area were estimated by the type of use. A peaking factor of 4.0 and a factor of safety for Inflow and Infiltration and other peak demands of 2.Owere applied. In general the available ca- pacity greatly exceeds the current demand. SPECIFIC ITEMS OF INTEREST 1. Most sewers are installed at more than minimum grade. The only exception found is a length of 8-inch sewer along Linn Street between Washington Street and Iowa Avenue. Records indicate it is at a slope of 0.35% (0.40% minimum). Estimations show suitable capacity, howev- er the lower velocity may cause maintenance issues. 2. A 12 inch sewerruns in the east -west alleyway adjacent to the Hamburg Inn 2, 214 N. Linn Street. Video inspec- tion indicates that the service located 57.7 feet from the upstream manhole is broken with visible voids (and grease). 3. The aging brick construction sanitary manhole at the intersection of College and Linn is in need of rehabilita- tion or replacement. 4. A communications cable has penetrated the 8-inch clay sewer approximately 61 feet north of the intersec- tion of Burlington and Gilbert. 5. A sanitary sewer connection is likely from 321 E. Mar- ket to the Beer Creek storm sewer. If the connection is active, route to an existing 8-inch sewer connection in the alley south of the building. This work should be considered as an immediate action, and not be tied to possible future streetscape improvements. FUTURE FLOW ESTIMATES Future flows were estimated for potential buildings identi- fied in the 2012 Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Plan. The yield analysis identifies fourteen potential structures ranging from four to twelve stories. The structures identified in the South downtown yield analysis could add an ad- ditional 0.556 MGD. This is below the calculated 1.1MGD capacity of the existing Burlington Street sewer. Proposed structures at Linn and Washington should utilize the avail- able capacity in the 15 -inch Washington Street sewer in- stead of connecting to the 8-inch sewer along Linn Street. Other proposed structures are on sewer lines with signifi- cant excess capacity. OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS As work is done in the study area, the City wishes to re- place the existing sanitary castings with the City of Iowa City logo castings to help differentiate it from the storm sewer system. 15 FEBRUARY 2014 EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS I WATER SERVICE NOW ILJ S Imo? 0 9 u r Bio�omin9lon Sf. lg� I ;4 - O LOCATION / REFERENCE TO RECOMMENDED WATER SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS PI16 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS I WATER SERVICE WATER SERVICE The water service analysis was based on information pro- vided by the City of Iowa City and consisted of water mapping, reports and diagrams identifying system pres- sures, and discussions with and memoranda from water department staff. In assessing the adequacy of a system pressure, flow and reliability are considered. Pressure un- der static conditions is primarily influenced by elevation and the pressure head supplied by either elevation or pumping. Flow is influenced by system pressure, pipe di- ameter, pipe length, and the extent to which the system is networked. Reliability is influenced by redundancy, loop- ing, valuing, pipe age and condition, replacement of pipe known for breakages, and, if too high, system pressure. In reviewing the potable water system, water mains were identified for replacement based on these factors. Con- sideration should be given to replacing the water main on any street for which significant pavement replacement is contemplated. OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Replace the 16 -inch main line running along Gilbert to Washington and then turning west to Linn Street due to age and condition. The City has experienced breaks along the line. Replacement is recommended due to age and condition. 2. Replace the 12 -inch cast iron main along Washington Street from Clinton Street to Linn Street and continuing along Linn Street to Burlington Street due to age and condition. 3. Replace the existing 6 -inch lines along Gilbert Street and College with a 12 -inch main to accommodate proposed development, and to improve system hy- draulics, help create a "perimeter loop" around the downtown district, and create redundancy for critical structures. 4. Replace approximately 250 feet of existing 6 -inch main along Burlington Street to 8 -inch main due to capacity. The 12 -inch lines proposed for College and Linn Streets provide a perimeter loop allowing for reduced con- struction on Burlington Street (Hwy 1). 5. Replace the 8 -inch main along Burlington Street from Capitol Street to Linn Street with a 12 -inch main due to condition and capacity. The existing line has expe- rienced several breaks. Replacement would form part of the downtown district perimeter loop and improved hydraulics. 6. Replace the 8 -inch line along Clinton Street from Burl- ington to College due to condition. 7. Upsize the 4 -inch main to 8 -inch along Bloomington Street from Linn to Gilbert due to capacity. 8. Upsize the 6 -inch main to 8 -inch along Linn from Bloom- ington to Davenport due to capacity. 9. Replace the 6 -inch main (same size) along Jefferson Street from Dubuque to Gilbert due to condition. 10. Replace the 6" line along Dubuque, north of Burlington due to age and condition. 11. Replace the 6" line along Washington between Linn and Van Buren with 8" line for increased capacity. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT Static pressure in the system is between 80 to 89 psi in the north market place area and 90 to 99 psi in the downtown district. This should allow for acceptable pressure for three, four, or possibly five story buildings to have adequate do- mestic pressure on the upper floors. Any significant build- ings being contemplated may require booster pump sys- tems to be designed specifically for the structure by the project mechanical engineer to meet domestic and fire flow requirements. 17 FEBRUARY 2014 EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS I STORM SEWER SERVICE 0^ 1 s I� •o P 1 is ff� v ' e• I • •O �I �� � O� .f.2e• •.e51r ya •} •- :��� Iis pomb �,;mr — w b 0A mom. of . LOCATION / REFERENCE TO RECOMMENDED STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING CONDITIONS I UTILITY ANALYSIS I STORM SEWER SERVICE STORM SEWER The storm sewer analysis was based on information pro- vided by the City of Iowa City and consisted of storm wa- ter mapping, Excel database files, and 1978 maps of the Ralston Creek storm sewers. The information provided is incomplete, and does not in many significant ways allow fora detailed analysis. Much effort was made to reconcile conflicting information or to make assumptions necessary to estimate the capacity of the existing system. In addition to the materials provided by the City, LIDAR contour maps were utilized to estimate the contributing drainage areas influencing the study area. No field survey was authorized for the study. Because the mapping available is schemat- ic, separation distances from sanitary sewer and water mains were not able to be calculated. The system was analyzed using a 5 year return period. Where pipe slopes were not available estimates were made using surface slopes from LIDAR contours. Except for the far north area draining in to the north side market place, a runoff coefficient of .98 was used. Therefore, ad- ditional build -out will not increase the impervious area. In general the system is effective. STORM SEWER AREAS OF CONCERN 1. There may be a capacity issue with the 15" diameter storm sewer running north -south along Dubuque Street north of Burlington. Additional study to ascertain the actual size /slope and contributing area should be con- sidered before surface amenities are constructed in this area. 2. If significant work is to be done along Gilbert and Burl- ington, consider re- routing the 24 -inch diameter storm sewer pipe that currently runs under the Robert Lee Recreation Center. 3. At the Clinton Street intersection with the Ped Mall, City staff indicates that a storm manhole is buried under a planter. Access to the storm sewer should be included in future improvements to this area. 4. The alley in the block north of Washington and west of Dubuque is eitherwithout storm sewer or privately sew - ered. If improvements to this area are contemplated, the potential for improved drainage should be part of the scope. The City dye tested these lines in Novem- ber 2013 and found they were connected to the storm sewer on Iowa Avenue. 5. The mid -block alley between Linn and Dubuque in the block south of Iowa Avenue was identified as having a drainage issue related to the Yacht Club, 13 S. Linn Street. The 12 -inch sewer drains a relatively small area. If sump pumps from adjacent buildings are present, ca- pacity may be impacted. The surface drainage does not appear to effectively channel runoff to the sewer, which may be causing some of the drainage problems. 6. Storm sewer segment along Dubuque Street from Iowa Avenue south has been identified as having two sepa- rate breaks. Spot repair is recommended. 7. Along Dubuque, just south of Intake 3452, video inspec- tion identified a water service bored though the sewer. Spot repair is recommended. 8. The 24 -inch diameter sewer line running Along Wash- ington Street west of Gilbert has experienced multiple issues and should be replaced and relocated under the roadway. 9. The flooding reported at the intake in the lowest level of the parking ramp at the SW corner of Gilbert and Iowa may be due to the elevation of the intake in relation to the HGL of the 12inch sewer along Gilbert. Confirming the elevation of the intake and the adjacent sewers would provide additional insight to the issue. The area is access controlled, so appropriate contacts for admis- sion to this parking area would be required. 10.The existing 24 -inch sewer along Linn Street in the Northside Market Place area seems be somewhat un- dersized. If significant surface improvements are pro- posed in this area, upsizing the 24 -inch sewer and the 27 -inch sewer to should be considered. Again, field ver- ification by a survey crew to establish the actual condi- tions is recommended. 11.The drainage infrastructure within the pedestrian mall is not well documented. Given the other drainage issues in this area (flooding of the building entrance at the former Cappanna /Wedge, 136 S. Dubuque Street, and the ventilation grate at the Bread Garden, 225 S. Linn Street) additional study including field data collection for this area is recommended. OTHER STORM SEWER LIDAR 2 -foot contour maps and the 1978 Ralston Creek Storm Sewer maps were utilized to identify depressions or sumps in the ground surface that might be unserved by storm sewer causing localized ponding. A series of three sumps in the north market area were noted located on Market Street, the mid -block alley, and Jefferson Street between Linn and Gilbert. All three are on the route of the 42 -inch by 42 -inch box culvert and are shown as served by intakes. A topographical survey of the area is recom- mended. As work is done in any area of the study, the City wishes to replace the existing storm sewer castings with City of Iowa City logo castings to help differentiate it from the sanitary sewer system. 19 FEBRUARY 2014 Q (D D- o Q (D 7 c C 21 FEBRUARY 2014 69 /_1Nq:[�000aAl2llgl w z 0 w O vx G O 0 w ? O O O O w r U U w F= U J p L Z < Q O m U Z Z w Z w x u ? z w < > 1 U # OF MEETINGS M n M M MAY JUNE �� ❑ ❑ 19 JULY � ❑ AUGUST SEPTEMBER � � ❑ ❑ � ■ OCTOBER ❑ ❑ 71 NOVEMBER DECEMBER _ E ❑ JANUARY � ■ ❑ P 122 Stakeholder input guided the project throughout the plan- ning process. Key stakeholder groups include the steering and technical committees, the Iowa City Downtown Dis- trict (ICDD), Summer of the Arts (SOTA), and the Universi- ty of Iowa. The general public offered input during three public meetings and via the project website, inspiredown- townic.com. Summaries of the process and what the plan- ning team Teamed follow. STEERING COMMITTEE The project benefited from the keen interest and active participation of a steering and technical committee. The Committee was composed of City of Iowa City leaders, local business leaders, and representatives from the Iowa City Downtown District, Summer of the Arts (SOTA), and the University of Iowa. This group met approximately twelve times during the process to provide leadership and guide key decision making. The steering committee helped with the identification of goals and objectives, provided valuable insight on the existing infrastructure concerns, and reviewed and commented on proposed planning improvements for each of the streetscapes as well as the pedestrian mall. STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS The planning process began with a two day kick -off work- shop and included meetings with the key stakeholder groups: steering and technical committee, University of Iowa representatives, downtown business leaders, and Summer of the Arts leaders. These meetings were vital to the information gathering phase. The ICDD, SOTA and Uni- versity of Iowa meeting highlights are summarized in the following sections. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN DISTRICT (ICDD) During the project kick -off workshop, local business leaders provided insight into a number of issues and opportunities of importance. Their'wish list' follows. • Expanded event programming across Ped Mall and during the winter months. • Additional electrical capacity needed throughout downtown. • Additional water sources needed, especially through- out the Northside Marketplace. • Explore creative lighting opportunities across down- town and specifically at the alleys. • Enhanced bicycle accommodations are desired. • Businesses expressed a strong interest in learning about the feasibility of heated sidewalks. • Updated wayfnding kiosks are desired. • Business leaders suggested a memorable connection be created along Linn Street to link the Northside Marketplace and the Ped Mall. • Explore policy changes particularly with signage and outdoorcafes. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT The planning team met with the business stakeholders three additional times. Prior to each of the public input meetings, business stakeholders were given a preview of the material to be presented to the public. Feedback from these sessions was generally positive and the majority of the stakeholders in attendance were in support of the sug- gested planning improvements. UNIVERSITY OF IOWA The University of Iowa has a significant physical presence throughout the Study Area. The Iowa Avenue Campus is situated between Downtown and the Northside Mar- ketplace. The University Capitol Centre, an enclosed of- fice and commercial building, is located at Clinton and Washington. Per the University of Iowa admissions repre- sentatives, 'downtown is the selling point, it's what makes University of Iowa different'. University of Iowa representa- tives met with the planning team to address the University / community interface. Their suggestions for the planning team follow. • Considerways to celebrate the advancements of Uni- versity of Iowa research through public artwork. • Create a sense of arrival including a memorable gate- way at the Dubuque / Washington Ped Mall entry. • Enhance the 'Clinton Corridor,' a student gateway and link between downtown and University housing. • Activate blank windows and facades. • Enhanced lighting throughout the Northside Market- place is desired. • Consider alternative storm water management prac- tices. • A newwayfnding program is needed. • Enhance the Linn Street connection between Ped Mall and Northside Marketplace. SUMMER OF THE ARTS [ SOTA ] The Mission of Summer of the Arts (SOTA) is "to bring peo- ple together in the Iowa City Area to experience and en- joy the arts ". SOTA works "to encourage and facilitate the collaborative efforts to create arts and cultural entertain- ment in the Iowa City Area ". Notable events and festivals include the Arts Festival and the Jazz Festival, which at- tract nearly 40,000 visitors per event annually. The planning team met with SOTA representatives to learn more about their needs. The summary follows. • Additional electrical capacity is needed throughout downtown and specifically along Iowa Avenue and in the Pedestrian Mall. • Additional water sources are needed along Iowa Av- enue and Clinton. • More informal seating is needed at the Pedestrian Mall performance stage. • An overhead structure to shade and define the per- formance stage at the Pedestrian Mall is desired. 59/_1Nq:[*]IUqA121141 THE UNIV mny OF IOWA CITY 0rio, cis SU11j►her of the k 12 4W 10 23 FEBRUARY 2014 STAKEHOLDER INPUT I PUBLIC MEETINGS PUBLIC MEETINGS To ensure the resulting plan reflects the needs of the larger community, the Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan Update was developed with significant public input. Three public input meetings were held in 2013 and were well attended with a combined attendance approximating over four hundred participants. Meetings were open house format with various stations for input. Each station was led by a member of the plan- ning team or a City representative. Attendees were able to offer comments and suggestions in a number of ways: Via written surveys, general comment cards, hand-writ- ten comments on the presentation boards, and by direct communication with a planning team member. The key discussion topics and findings for each of the three public input meetings follow. Full summaries of each of the public input meetings are included in the Appendix. PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I NOV. 19, 2013 4:00 - 7:00 PM PLEASE JOIN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY SHERATON HOTEL AND THE CONSULTANTTEAM FOR REVIEW OF FINAL PLANNING CONCEPTS. TS. 210 S. DUBUQUE STREET AMOS DEAN BALLROOM SHARE YOUR OPINIONS AND HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF DOWNTOWN! f .W.]nsp ire Downtown IC.com LJ41N OLiR ONLINE COMMMIPY AH9 SHARE YOUR ID£ASI Public input meeting #3 promotional Flyer P 124 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PUBLIC INPUT MEETING #1 . MAY 2013 Public input meeting #1 was held at the Iowa City Public Library. Approximately 75 persons attended. Key discussion topics • Big Idea. If you could re- imagine the streets of down- town Iowa City, what changes would be made? If just one improvement /change could be made, what would it be? What other downtowns are considered 'memorable' and why? • Public Safety. Identify areas and intersections that are 'pedestrian unfriendly'. • Public Spaces / Pedestrian Mall. Identify favorite / least favorite public spaces. Rank importance of pub- lic space components. • Streetscape Components. What components need the most attention? • Getting Around. How can we make downtown Iowa City and the pedestrian mall more accessible? What transportation options need to be addressed? • Sustainability. How can Downtown Iowa City become a leader in 'sustainability'? • Programming and Special Events. How can event ex- periences be improved? Suggestions for other special events. What we learned • Big Idea. Public input indicated strong interest in more bicycle lanes, improved lighting and signage, im- provements along Burlington Street including activat- ing the blank facades and parking ramps, an inviting and welcoming entry to the Ped Mall at Washington, and improved surfacing of the Ped Mall. • Public Safety. Safety - related comments and sugges- tions addressed inadequate lighting levels at Northside Market Place (NSMP) and at the alleys. Specific streets and intersections described as unsafe include NSMP, Linn Street at Iowa, Gilbert, north Ped Mall entry, Burl- ington and the intersection with Gilbert, College. • Public Spaces / Pedestrian Mall. Favorite public spac- es include the Weather Dance fountain and ICPL. The intersection of Dubuque and Washington and Black Hawk Mini Park were the least favorite public spaces. Family friendly opportunities, festive /seasonal lighting, plant material, and public artworkwere ranked as the most important public space components. Benches are desired along Linn Street between the Sr. Center and ICPL. • Streetscape Components. Attendees feel lighting needs the most attention. Lighting is followed, in order, by wayf nding and signage, plant material, site furnish- ings, sidewalk paving, and finally, public artwork. STAKEHOLDER INPUT I PUBLIC MEETINGS • Getting Around. Suggestions included wider sidewalks, improved pedestrian safety and walkability, more des- ignated bicycle lanes and sheltered bicycle parking, better signage, and pedestrian enhancements along Burlington. Enhanced bicycle accommodations ranked as the most important transportation related option to be addressed by the planning team. Many attendees would like to see an improved connection between the NSMP and the downtown core. • Sustainability. Attendees suggested recycling stations, permeable paving, solar panels, a conversion to LED lighting, and increased support for bicyclists, walkers and transit riders. • Programming and Special Events. Suggestions includ- ed trash and recycling stations, event programming during the winter months, and more readily available information about circulation and traffic modifica- tions. There was repeated interest in including Linn Street in the event and festival layout. Approximately 75 persons attended public input meeting # 1 PU8LJC SPACES ( PED MALE �u • • • • w •- arr�r • Voting for favonte / least favonte public spaces in study area yk7 FEBRUARY 2014 STAKEHOLDER INPUT I PUBLIC MEETINGS PUBLIC INPUT MEETING #2 . SEPTEMBER 2013 Public input meeting #2 was held at the Sheraton Hotel, Amos Dean Ballroom. Approximatelyl24 persons signed in With overall attendance estimated at 200 participants. Key discussion topics • Wayfinding and Identity. Public input on alternate wayfnding concepts. Identification of priorities. • Streetscape Planning Concepts. Which streetscape components are considered the most important? What are the main safety issues associated with streets in downtown Iowa City? What improvements would you like to see at the alleys? • Pedestrian Mall. Planning alternatives at Black Hawk Mini Park, Weather Dance Fountain / Performance space, entry options, and children's play zone. What we learned Wayfinding and Identity. Gateway features are con- sidered the highest priority wayfnding element. Infor- mational kiosks and banners were considered lesser priority elements. Streetscape Planning Concepts. Public input indicat- ed lighting is the most important component to ad- dress followed by safety, identity for Iowa City, and pedestrian comfort. The lack of bicycle lanes is consid- ered the main safety issue associated with Iowa City streets. Attendees would like to see improved lighting at the alleys. Pedestrian Mall. Generally, the public was split overthe two Black Hawk Mini Park options. The public would like to see the planning concepts for Black Hawk Mini Park become more welcoming, with intimate seating areas, a shaded performance space, and a design that recalls and celebrates the history of the park as a place for all people. Comments pertaining to the Weather Dance Fountain / Performance space ranged from requests for more flexible open space to more organization with more fixed seating. The shad- ed permanent stage was well received. The height of the story walls was questioned and many expressed concern with their height. The public feels the exist- ing Weather Dance fountain is enough and a second spray feature at the north entry is unnecessary. There were many comments pertaining to the 'unsafe brick surfacing' and need fora layered lighting framework. Approximately 200 persons attended Public Input Meeting #2 P 126 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PUBLIC INPUT MEETING #3 . NOVEMBER 2013 The third public input meeting was held at the Sheraton Hotel, Amos Dean Ballroom. Approximately 60 persons signed in with overall attendance estimated at 150. Key discussion topics • Streetscape Planning Concepts. Review final planning concepts at each street. Concepts address transpor- tation enhancements, wayfnding and lighting, sus - tainability opportunities and other proposed improve- ments. • Enhanced Bicycle Accommodations. Proposed loca- tions for designated bicycle lanes and sheltered bicy- cle parking are mapped for input. • Wayfinding and Signage Opportunities. • Pedestrian Mall Planning Concepts. Planning con- cepts for Black Hawk Mini Park and North Red Mall En- try, secondary destinations, feature public art piece, and expanded play opportunities. What we learned • Streetscape Planning Concepts. Feedback was gen- erally positive and the majority of the persons in atten- dance were in support of the suggested streetscape planning improvements. Additional improvements and enhancements were requested for South Linn Street. BLACK HAWK MINI PARK AND NORTH PED MALL ENTRY STAKEHOLDER INPUT I PUBLIC MEETINGS Enhanced Bicycle Accommodations. Attendees re- sponded favorably to the proposed bicycle accom- modations and would like to see how they ft within the larger bicycle network. Brightly - painted, solid -color bi- cycle lanes were suggested. The proposed sheltered bike parking locations seemed appropriate. There were requests for on- street bicycle accommodations along Iowa Avenue and Linn Street and for bicycle parking along North Linn. Per the public, the existing bicycle racks are heavily used along Iowa, North Linn, Dubuque and Washington and need to considered in the final planning concepts. Wayfinding and Signage Opportunities. Wayfinding kiosk requested at Linn and Washington. There was mixed reaction to the banner program. Some liked the banner program and associated flexibility, others described the banner program as 'small town'. Pedestrian Mall Planning Concepts. The EcoLAB and smaller play space at Black Hawk Mini Park received positive feedback. There was mixed reaction to the proposed Video and Sound Gardens. Comments ranged from 'video wall may invite vandalism' to 'Video wall will be a big draw'. The idea of a feature public art piece at Black Hawk Mini Parkwas positively received. Voting indicated a preference for an inter- active public art piece versus a water feature or struc- ture (obelisk or column). � _ r Public voting on feature public art piece at Black Hawk Mini park I-xA FEBRUARY 2014 STAKEHOLDER INPUT I MINDMIXER 391 TOTAL ACTIVE PARTICIPANTS itNUtK AVERAGE AGE 42.6 1'D9 AGE RANGE d 14-11 18 -24 25-34 35-44 MINDMIXER Throughout the entire planning process, the public was able to submit ideas and provide ongoing feedback on- line via the project website, inspiredown town ic.com. The online forum paralleled the offline planning effort and par- ticipants were able to vote on preferred planning com- ments, post images, and submit suggestions to the team during each phase of the project. The site was launched during the information gathering phase so the planning team could learn more about ex- isting conditions and public sentiment regarding what's working and what's not, and what components of down- town Iowa City and the Ped Mall need the most atten- tion. As the team prepared planning concepts, feature topics requested public input on the varied alternatives, transportation enhancements, bicycle accommodations, wayfnding elements, and Black Hawk Mini Park. Public in- put was valuable and generally, the feedback garnered via the website complemented the offline feedback. Total traffic reports 5,554 visits to the site. Approximately 435 persons actively participated on the website by con- tributing ideas and comments. 51% of the participants were female, 49% were male. Average age was 43 years. List of sample feature topics and public response • What kinds of play would you like to see incorporated in the downtown? Majority of respondents would like to see a play area with options for climbing such as earth mounds, and vegetation. ' What components of Downtown Iowa City streets - capes and public spaces need the most attention? Sidewalks, green infrastructure, plantings. ' How can the alleys become an asset to downtown Iowa City? Add creative lighting, artwork and murals, consider them as flexible event spaces, consolidate dumpsters and improve paving. 5 11 I1 54309 13 POST CODE 50312 I1 50568 11 52235 I1 52240 G4 52246s I1 52241 X17 52241 I1 52242 ■7 52244 13 52245 52245 -5819 11 52245 - 51 52246 I1 52247 11 52314 I1 52317 06 52322 14 P 128 • How can we make Downtown Iowa City and the Pe- destrian Mall more accessible? Participants requested enhanced bicycle accommodations and improved signage. • Which two improvements do you think are MOST im- portant for Market Street? Designated bicycle lanes, inviting arches and lighting, accent plantings and benches. • What are your overall thoughts and opinions about the Dubuque Street concept? Extend the Ped Mall character from Washington to Iowa Avenue and add wayfnding signage to announce the Northside Mar- ketplace. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STAKEHOLDER INPUT I MINDMIXER ' RAFFIC { Month Week Dav TOTAL TRAFFIC 30 Visitors JAIL 5,554 Page Views 10 a 3$7203 DEC 27 29 DEC S3 JAN 02 JA �JA YOUR AVERAGE PARTICIPANT IS... SHARING Female QQ 10 ■/� Years Old © 6V r 5 lil 3 Fai ebook Google+ • • Living in these Postal c Codes: 17 M 6 52240, 52245, 52246 Twitter Email ® 7 Top Shared Item htto Ilwww.in spiredo Linkedln This is for More Time for Play Results What kinds of play would you like to see incorporated In the downtown? 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Bury power lines lkvulea converslen to rare way ti k volcs -^ Provide parallel parking along both side /vines Wayfinding element at Market and Dubuque Svolea 114 14 kii FEBRUARY 2014 STAKEHOLDER INPUT I EVENT MONITORING EVENT MONITORING In an effort to better understand how the downtown and pedestrian mall is currently functioning during festivals and events, the planning team attended three events during the information gathering phase: the June 7 -8 Arts Festival, a Friday Night Concert on July 26, and a University of Iowa home football game on August 31. A summary of observa- tions and findings follow. Arts festival summary • During the arts festival, power is an ongoing problem for the food vendors including a lack of consistent power and power shortages. The running power cords are problematic and they are heavy for volunteers. Many of the power receptacles located in trees are damaged. • Exhaust and noise from the temporary generators are unpleasant. • The north ped mall entry is challenging, congested, and loitering is a concern. • The vendor tents create a tunnel -like effect along public sidewalk. Some of the businesses owners com- mented they "do not like the back of house along the public sidewalk and facing the storefronts." • Vendors suggested phased access / set -up, specifi- cally along Washington Street. Friday night concert summary The concert was well attended by users of all ages, includ- ing children and especially families. Pedestrian use of the alleys was noteworthy, as many used the alleys as connections to move across Downtown. Seating was near capacity throughout the evening, with many attendees bringing camping chairs for placement atop the Weather Dance Fountain Plaza. A number of people were standing due to the lack of seating and Views to stage area. The biggest challenge observed was created by lack of space between the stage and the crowd. Located at the 'crossroads' in the Pedestrian Mall, east /west pedestrian circulation proved challenging and awkward. Creation of a space that minimizes circulation between the stage and viewing area is encouraged. The playground area is extremely popular, as well as the benches immediately adjacent to the playground. An absence of supporting activities and /or programming was noted leading up to the concert. The overall pedestri- an activity level across Downtown was quite high. Restau- rants appeared to be busy prior to the concert. maul Mobile vendors were located across the Pedestrian Mall. Minimal activity at vendor carts was noted early in the evening, although activity appeared to pick up as the younger crowd started to move in around 9 pm. Home football game summary • The area around the vendor carts sees very high pe- destrian volumes at 10 pm and at bar close as users leave the bars and gather or order food from one of the mobile vendor carts. Most depart to the east or through the pedestrian alley adjacent to the Sheraton. Light levels are inadequate at the vendor cart area. This, in part, is due to the dense tree canopies ob- structing the light sources. To improve the Ped Mall image, trash and mainte- nance service is needed during times of high pedes- trian use. Running power cords during events is problematic Temporary generators along Iowa Avenue Typical crowd during Friday Night Concert IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT SUSTAINABILITY WORKSHOP A sustainability workshop took place on July 31, 2013 at the Iowa City Public Library. Attendees included members from the steering and technical committee and repre- sentatives from University of Iowa Environmental Services, Project GREEN, Bright Green Strategy, Iowa City Climate Advocates, and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Major topics included permeable pav- ing systems, bioretention planting areas, stormwater har- vesting, and energy - efficient lighting systems. A workshop summary follows. • The varied types of permeable paving systems were discussed. As an example, the gaps between pavers are typically smaller at pedestrian areas versus vehic- ular areas. Permeable paving systems are considered bicycle - friendly. • Permeable paving system maintenance requirements include sweeping of the aggregate back into the gaps between pavers. A 'no sand' mandate occurs during the winter months. • Trash and debris will need to be removed from any bioretention planting areas on a regular basis. • Conversion to LED lighting systems across Iowa City is considered a high priority. • Photovoltaics could be considered at proposed shel- tered bicycle accommodations and at transit shelters. STAKEHOLDER INPUT I SUSTAINABILITY WORKSHOP Downtown 13 blocks Building footprint: 983,300 ft2 Sidewalk: 768,700 ft2 Street: 426,600 ft2 Total Study Area: 2,245,900 ft2 [ 51.6 acres ] Impervious Total: 2,178,600 ft2 Pervious Total: 67,300 ft2 3% PERVIOUS 97% IMPERVIOUS • A 'green alley' program was identified as an opportu- nity to better integrate the alleys with the downtown fabric and to demonstrate the City's commitment to sustainability. Northside Marketplace 3.5 blocks Building footprint: 167,200 ft2 Sidewalk: 177,500 ft2 Street: 148,500 ft2 Total Study Area: 579,100 ft2 [ 13.3 acres j Impervious Total: 493,200 ft2 Pervious Total: 85,900 ft2 157o PERVIOUS 85% IMPERVIOUS 31 FEBRUARY 2014 [ PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ] P 132 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT l� 1 SECTION 4 Streetscape Components 7 • T� (D (D 0 Q (D n O O 7 (D 7 33 FEBRUARY 2014 COMPONENTS I WAYFINDING + IDENTITY FARMERS f MARKET c D wnx Raa ROLE IN URBAN AREAS A clear wayfnding system is an essential component of cities and college towns and helps users understand the complexities of a new and changing environment. A suc- cessful wayfnding and identity framework makes the en- vironment'legible' and enhances the users' experiences. It builds their confidence and comfort level while encour- aging them to discover the adjacent context and destina- tions. The legibility offered through a consistent and highly functioning framework heightens the enjoyment and ap- peal of a place. P 134 EXISTING KIOSKS AND POSTING PILLARS The existing kiosks and posting pillars date from the 1998 Downtown Streetscape Phase I Improvements and many are shoving their age. Bases are deteriorating, they are filled with newspaper machines and pay phones, and no longer meet their intended purposes. Additionally, they feel over -sized and crowd the streetscape. EXISTING BANNERS The City's existing banner program includes the streets of Clinton, Washington, Dubuque, and Linn. Banners announce the farmer's market and other special events. The City's standard bannersize is 30" Wide by 84" Long. DESIGN PROCESS The site assessment revealed an existing wayfnding frame- work in need of an update. The intent was to give the user a more simplified experience while providing the streets - capes with a fresh, new look. As part of the planning pro- cess, three options were prepared and reviewed with the public and stakeholder groups: "I see ", the metal fabric option and the spine of a book. The metal fabric option was preferred and includes a family of signage elements that echo the solid architecture and organization in the City. Using large type, solid, substantial forms and patterns, the program reminds the viewerwhere they are and what is around them at key opportunities. The concept ensures consistency and recognizability and can be adapted and altered as required for specific locations and messages. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT COMPONENTS I WAYFINDING +IDENTITY WAYFINDING CONCEPTS OPTION A 0 The icon reads as "information" at first glance. Then the Jill �- viewer sees the "c" in the dot over the I. The resulting graphic says information and when said aloud - "I see ". -- It's fun and casual in its different colors and accessible to L o L everyone. n ' OPTION B The icon says Iowa City is woven into everything in the ® public realm. A fabric of Iowa City wraps signage banners and furniture in its typographic identity. Internally illuminat- ed, the wayfnding elements become beacons of light and information during the nighttime hours. —AV OPTION C The spine of a book acts as an introduction to the informa- tion contained inside. Well read and hitching a ride on the notion of a book, this family of wayfnding elements stands waiting to have its pages of information turned. THE PREFERRED OPTION The preferred option, metal fabric, uses large type and patterning to inform use. The names of the streets and intersections make up the formal structure of the metal screens that support the information. The use of large type and patterning affords opportunities to incorporate multi- ple languages into the wayfnding elements. E }y FEBRUARY 2014 COMPONENTS I WAYFINDING +IDENTITY 0 Gateway element The Gateway Elements serve as monumental thresholds in concert with the street scope elements that let the vis- itor know something is different, improved and special. They are walking in a new place with new colors, materi- als and illuminated information. 0 Primary banner program Banners support the designs of the rest of the signage package. Color, patterns and slight motion add to the pageantry of the street. A primary banner program is proposed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton. P 136 Wayfnding kiosk The Wayfnding Kiosks are beacons of light, type and in- formation constructed from substantial materials at a pe- destrian scale. Information is here, and easy to access. Kiosks are spaced in the downtown so that a visitor will leave one and see the next one soon - creating a "trail of bread crumbs" to the next destination. 0 Secondary banner program Banners create a feeling that things are happening and changing every time a new design goes up. A second- ary banner program is proposed along Burlington and Gilbert and are sized to accommodate the City stan- dard bannersize. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT L D c a I 'e Y COMPONENTS I WAYFINDING +IDENTITY V111 01 FLl _ I C o � ��oo leg -ell WAYFINDING + IDENTITY A family of signage elements has been designed to in- clude gateway elements, wayfnding kiosks, and banners. PRIMARY BANNER PROGRAM The elements are strategically located to improve legibility and to ease navigation between destinations. Note: Refer ■ to page 34 for identification of wayfnding and identity el- SECONDARY BANNER PROGRAM ements. Q GATEWAY ELEMENT . WAYFINDING KIOSK E }� FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL ROLE IN URBAN AREA Quality lighting is essential to the success and comfort of urban areas. It is a key organizing element that defines the nighttime visual environment and helps create a down- town identity. Visitors and residents should recognize they are within downtown Iowa City by the character of the streetscape lighting. The lighting contributes to a safe, at- tractive environment and encourages and supports night- time use. P 138 EXISTING LIGHTS A mix of lighting exists across the study area. The majority of street lighting consists of cobra head style fixtures or shoe box fixtures of varying colors: Black, green, red, blue grey. BELL - SHAPED LIGHTS The bell- shaped lights have become the City standard across downtown. They have been installed along Bur- lington Street, Iowa Avenue, Linn Street and along Mar- ket and North Linn at the Northside Marketplace. Many have been converted to LED. Additionally, the University of Iowa has been installing the bell- shaped lights along the Iowa River Corridor Trail. EXISTING CONDITIONS Many of the limestone light pole bases along Iowa Avenue are starting to deteriorate. Other light pole assem- blies along the streetscapes are in a state of decline and are nearing the end of their serviceable life, or need signif- icant maintenance and conversion to LED. DESIGN PROCESS The site assessment revealed an aging lighting system and • mix of lighting styles. There are significant opportunities for • multi - layered, flexible lighting framework that will reflect • cohesive, sustainable and contemporary destination. The proposed lighting design calls for a family of pole and monumental lights to be placed appropriately within the city's hierarchy of streets. The design concept takes con- textual design cues from Iowa City itself. The bracket arms of the standard street lights are informed by the dome and cornice of the Old State Capitol. The bell- shaped skirt has been incorporated to ensure consistency across the study area and to afford re -use of the City standard. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT A FAMILY OF LIGHTS The family can be separated into two types: 'standard' metal pedestrian and roadway lights as well as 'monu- mental' limestone base and lights. Within the study area, the 'standard' lights are recommended for the streets of Burlington, Washington, College, Bloomington, Gilbert, Market, Linn and North Linn. The 'monumental' light bas- es are made of Iowa limestone, the familiar material seen throughout the city and state and are recommended for the streets of Dubuque, Clinton, and Iowa. On Dubuque Street overhead arms with Tivoli lights and medallions are added to the monumental lights to help create a canopy or perceived ceiling. Banners can easily be integrated to the standard poles to ft the recommendations of the signage and wayfnding plan. Large celebratory banners are incorporated into the design of the monumental lights along Clinton Street and Iowa Avenue, while decorative metal screens fitting in with the recommended wayfnding elements are integrated with the monumental lights at Washington and Dubuque. ��r STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL 14 ' The bracket arms mimic the dome and cornice of the old state capitol A consistent family of lights that builds off of the existing Bell- shaped light is proposed across Downtown. Big FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL LAYERS OF LIGHTING Lighting is not limited to the functional lighting of streets and sidewalks. Layers of architectural lighting, light art, fes- tive street lighting and improved illumination of the alleys is proposed to add drama and energy across the study area. P 140 ALLEY LIGHTING Grapevine sphere lights previously hung in the trees throughout the Ped Mall have been re- located by ICDD to illuminate the passageway adjacent to the Sheraton Hotel. The unique and memorable lighting enhances the sense of safety at a previously dark and under -lit passage- way. Expanded use of the spheres across the alleys inter- secting with the Ped Mall is recommended. CHARACTER OF LIGHTING FRAMEWORK The lighting framework proposes layers of lighting to add dimension and interest. Consistent, ample illumination is provided along the sidewalk and enhanced storefront lighting adds depth to the public realm. Full cutoff fixtures focus the light directly downward to reduce light pollution. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL ILLUMINATED WAYFINDING KIOSK AND GATEWAY ELEMENT At night the screens would be illuminated and serve as a glowing marker to people in search of information. ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING Light art and unique architectural lighting can be used to activate the blank facades along Burlington and the Linn Street walkway to the Northside Marketplace ENHANCED STOREFRONT LIGHTING Property owners along Clinton, Iowa Avenue, Linn Street, Dubuque, and Washington are encouraged to enhance their storefront lighting through various methods like up or down lighting and lit signage IDENTITY LIGHTING ALONG MARKET STREET Identity lighting is proposed along Market Street to distin- guish the Northside Marketplace. Visible from Dubuque, the festive lighting creates a sense of arrival to the desti� nation 41 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY Over the past few years, the City has been converting their existing system to light- emitting diode (LED) lighting. Because of the enhanced lighting efficacies LED offers, a move toward full conversion across the study area is rec- ommended. Full cut -off LED lighting and programmable controls offer vast improvements in light pollution, energy efficiency, and operational cost. Pedestrian light Architectural Area Light's 'Universe' Medium, with 'Skirted Bell Hood' Catalog number: SLBBL22H3- PR55R18 -250 00A -1 117 Customized pole with bracket arms Finish: polyester powder coat chromate primer Color: Black grey RAL #7021 Lamp type: LED FCO, Full Cut off Shield Roadway light Architectural Area Light's'Flex Fixture' or similar. With long straight arm Lamp type: LED 57' 19' 12' O T_ Illumination recommendations Roadway and intersection lighting recommendations are charted. All study area streets are classified as 'collector' roads. P 142 ENHANCED ELECTRICAL CAPACITY In an effort to improve the festival and event experience for the vendors, enhanced electrical capacity is needed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton. Options for increased power distribution have been identified. Electrical distribution Option 1. Newelectrical distribution bollards are proposed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton to provide permanent power connections for vendors. Two (2) locations would be identified on each side of the street to match distribu- tion locations used for temporary generators. Any new electrical distribution will require new underground con- duit. Horizontal directional boring may be an option, but conflicts with existing underground utilities may make this impractical. The newdistribution bollards can be connect- ed to the existing electrical panel located adjacent to the west utility transformer on the south side of Iowa Ave. Rec- ommendations are based on visual assessments only. A site survey for verification is required as part of subsequent design phases. The electrical bollards offer up to 8 circuits /box and are customizable. At the proposed two per each side of the street, the capacity would be comparable to or could ex- ceed the power offered by the two temporary generators used during the June 2013 Iowa Arts Festival. Option 2. Electrical capacity can be included at the new monumental limestone base as proposed along Iowa Av- enue and Clinton. Fourelectrical outlets are proposed per monument light base. OTHER OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS It appears that circuits for the tree well receptacles and light poles are installed in the same conduits. This is not ideal for adding more capacity at existing locations. It may be possible to add circuits, but existing conduits can- not handle enough extra power to accommodate all fes- tival vendors. Consideration should be given to relocating portable generators away from vendors to minimize noise and fume issues. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT Pedeatden A�<rene b Minimum Roadway 0.410 t Pavement TYee Average lllummana Fentmndln ci,.aay.no, yea ��veeev.m.: unifermiry Ratio coat " uia Oa Awa,a Leo a.ela -o canon. MrEi_ nAma +a ON o.01LD + �. p0 gapa.a osa e.0l L0 Illumination recommendations Roadway and intersection lighting recommendations are charted. All study area streets are classified as 'collector' roads. P 142 ENHANCED ELECTRICAL CAPACITY In an effort to improve the festival and event experience for the vendors, enhanced electrical capacity is needed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton. Options for increased power distribution have been identified. Electrical distribution Option 1. Newelectrical distribution bollards are proposed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton to provide permanent power connections for vendors. Two (2) locations would be identified on each side of the street to match distribu- tion locations used for temporary generators. Any new electrical distribution will require new underground con- duit. Horizontal directional boring may be an option, but conflicts with existing underground utilities may make this impractical. The newdistribution bollards can be connect- ed to the existing electrical panel located adjacent to the west utility transformer on the south side of Iowa Ave. Rec- ommendations are based on visual assessments only. A site survey for verification is required as part of subsequent design phases. The electrical bollards offer up to 8 circuits /box and are customizable. At the proposed two per each side of the street, the capacity would be comparable to or could ex- ceed the power offered by the two temporary generators used during the June 2013 Iowa Arts Festival. Option 2. Electrical capacity can be included at the new monumental limestone base as proposed along Iowa Av- enue and Clinton. Fourelectrical outlets are proposed per monument light base. OTHER OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS It appears that circuits for the tree well receptacles and light poles are installed in the same conduits. This is not ideal for adding more capacity at existing locations. It may be possible to add circuits, but existing conduits can- not handle enough extra power to accommodate all fes- tival vendors. Consideration should be given to relocating portable generators away from vendors to minimize noise and fume issues. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT Radeatdan A °�aee Air.... I�ABrsalien C.rliera Pavamemay0a Ata.r, lllvmirance Feeeramns Cuwno.una Area aReem.vaav mirNarmity Rene coat " nea 00At0aall P.ao a.o /1.0 + ra,aam "Wha Lw C011.0 Felleaw Rd law Nl"hatl Lr0 A011.0 Illumination recommendations Roadway and intersection lighting recommendations are charted. All study area streets are classified as 'collector' roads. P 142 ENHANCED ELECTRICAL CAPACITY In an effort to improve the festival and event experience for the vendors, enhanced electrical capacity is needed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton. Options for increased power distribution have been identified. Electrical distribution Option 1. Newelectrical distribution bollards are proposed along Iowa Avenue and Clinton to provide permanent power connections for vendors. Two (2) locations would be identified on each side of the street to match distribu- tion locations used for temporary generators. Any new electrical distribution will require new underground con- duit. Horizontal directional boring may be an option, but conflicts with existing underground utilities may make this impractical. The newdistribution bollards can be connect- ed to the existing electrical panel located adjacent to the west utility transformer on the south side of Iowa Ave. Rec- ommendations are based on visual assessments only. A site survey for verification is required as part of subsequent design phases. The electrical bollards offer up to 8 circuits /box and are customizable. At the proposed two per each side of the street, the capacity would be comparable to or could ex- ceed the power offered by the two temporary generators used during the June 2013 Iowa Arts Festival. Option 2. Electrical capacity can be included at the new monumental limestone base as proposed along Iowa Av- enue and Clinton. Fourelectrical outlets are proposed per monument light base. OTHER OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS It appears that circuits for the tree well receptacles and light poles are installed in the same conduits. This is not ideal for adding more capacity at existing locations. It may be possible to add circuits, but existing conduits can- not handle enough extra power to accommodate all fes- tival vendors. Consideration should be given to relocating portable generators away from vendors to minimize noise and fume issues. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT a STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL 'e w �r l� �t d LED PEDESTRIAN / ROADWAY LIGHTS THROUGHOUT STUDY AREA ACCENT LIGHTING AT SELECT PED MALL TREES " IDENTITY LIGHTING AT MARKET STREET MONUMENT PEDESTRIAN ROADWAY LIGHT 0 ENHANCED ELECTRICAL CAPACITY rraNAME y •i- 1� Ell ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING/ LIGHT OPPORTUNITY ❑ LIGHT ART AT ALLEYS 0 ENHANCED STOREFRONT LIGHTING 0 BANNER PROGRAM, PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING 43 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL LIGHTING STREET -BY- STREET The following shows which lighting components are rec- ommended on each street. MARKET STREET NORTH LINN STREET BLOOMINGTON STREET P 144 ,4R - - - - - jAk 12" eaouHO Existing err ---- Existing HIPP 1J IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL i� I E 1 F t Zen ______- ------ IIIrr- ,71 �..f ------- EN,sue a A a a BURLINGTON STREET Monumental limestone base at inter- sections only. 6Fi OF, - 1 3 - k _ � a • 19R 12Fi COLLEGE STREET 6Fi 0" 45 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL z F. WASHINGTON STREET GILBERT STREET MR 1e F, 16A 129 6" on mA l6" Ia FI 129 6Fl on I_ -- MR IOWA AVENUE mn l6" 1aFl 12H 6Fl on ti1M1 A11 \'i �a '.AS? P 146 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT LINN STREET DUBUQUE STREET MR IDFl 1BFl liFl 1]Fl 6Fl - - -- OR L mn iaFl lan izn Iff on STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LIGHTING + ELECTRICAL �aF. . A� - - - - -- -- - - - - -- a-- R .µ 16 fi 12 fi aFl OR I ___ 4% FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE I PERMEABLE PAVEMENT PERMEABLE PAVEMENT A permeable paving system is identified as a design alter- native to be evaluated in subsequent design phases for Washington Street, Black Hawk Mini Park, and within alleys to collect, cleanse, slow and filter storm water. In terms of overall runoff reduction volumes, it can conservatively be assumed that porous pavementstreetwill absorb 0.5" of rainfall even if no infiltration occurs under the permeable paving. If we assume that 33% of the annual rainfall events generate less than 0.5 inches of precipitation over a 24 hour period, and that annual average rainfall is 36 ", then permeable paving can directly absorb 12" peryearof di- rect rainfall with no runoff whatsoever. This would translate into 7.5 gallons absorbed per square foot of pavement per year for pavement that receives direct rainfall. For many streets where permeable paving is installed, a conventional storm sewer will not be needed provided that only the ROW of the project area drains to the per- meable paving. Where additional areas such as upstream streets and /or adjacent properties drain onto the project area, storm sewer or additional gravel storage may be needed to accommodate the additional runoff, depend- ing on the amount of additional area relative to the proj- ect area. Typically, the street will only need to incorporate a 4" drain tile, depending on the size of the project. The the should tie into existing storm sewers or other suitable outlet. Typically, permeable paving will reduce the peak flow by over 90% for the ROW and therefore potentially eliminate the need to replace downstream undersized storm sew- ers, depending on how undersized and how much of the drainage area is addressed. If the drainage area includes much more than just the ROW, the peak flow reduction Will be less, depending on the ratio of drainage area to permeable paving area. Permeable pavements are typically less subject to freeze thaw than standard pavements due to the nature of the open graded stone of the pavement base and due to the level of drainage of the base. Even in standard imper- meable pavements, water can enter the pavement base due to cracks in the pavement surface. Due to the fines in standard pavement base, some water is retained in the voids and that water is subject to freezing. Further, drain- age is rarely provided in the base of standard pavements, which can result in extended periods of ponding in the base, which is also subject to freezing. The frozen water in the base of the standard pavement can lead to frost heave of the pavement surface and formation of cracks and potholes, which in turn leads to greater volumes of water entry into a pavement base not designed to man- age water. While all pavements are subject to snow accumulation and resulting slick conditions, the permeable nature of the surface of permeable paving results in greatly reduced re- freezing of melt water and formation of black ice. A study at the University of New Hampshire Stormwater Center evaluated the use of porous asphalt as a source control measure for chlorides. They found that "the lack of stand- P 148 ing water on the pervious pavement surface greatly re- duces the frequency and mass of salt applications need- ed during winter precipitation or freeze -thaw periods." The study reports that annual snow and ice cover was three times greater on the conventional pavement than the pervious pavement. This resulted in an over 75% reduction in annual salt usage for the permeable paving. Modular permeable paving systems (permeable pavers) can be removed and replaced, creating much less con- spicuous patches when pavement is removed to repair utilities or the pavement itself. Summary of Permeable Paving Benefits • Reduces the rate and quantity of stormwater runoff, reducing the load on downstream storm systems • Virtually eliminates nuisance ponding on the pavement surface due to potholes or flat areas of pavement • Can reduce winter salt usage, saving money as well as reducing chloride impacts to downstream water resources • Filters and retains typical urban pollutants associated With streets, including sediment, heavy metals, and or- ganic hydrocarbons. • Extended service life of the pavement (permeable pavers). Maintenance Considerations • Depending on choice of pavers, some litter and de- bris may collect in the openings. A variation in main- tenence practices may be necessary. • Pavements subject to high levels of sediment loading due to construction or adjacent poorly maintained landscape areas may experience localized clogging of the pavement surface that will necessitate clean- ing to restore permeability. To prevent scratching and minor chipping of pav- er surfaces, nylon rather than steel edging is recom- mended for snow plows and /or use of blade shoes to hold the blade slightly above the pavements surface. The initial cost of permeable pavement may be higher than conventional paving depending on the scope of the project. Implementation of a permeable paving system will always be higher than a mill and overlay project. However for a full depth removal project that may also involve upsizing of storm sewer under a con- ventional paving project, the permeable paving sys- tem may be less expensive due to the avoided cost of storm sewer replacement. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE I BIORETENTION PLANTING AREAS BIORETENTION PLANTING AREAS Bioretention planting areas are proposed along select streets to enhance rain water infiltration, minimize runoff, slow peak flows and remove pollutants. As depicted in the adjacent images, runoff is directed into the bioreten- tion area, which utilizes both soils and plant material to remove pollutants from the storm water runoff. The bio- retention area is graded to the center and water slowly infiltrates and /or filters and discharges the treated water. Underdrains may be included depending on soils and size of drainage area. Further analyses is required in subse- quent design phases to understand underlying soils, exist- ing slopes along the streetscape, location of utilities, and health of existing trees located near proposed bioreten- tion planting areas. Bioretention provides storm water treatment that enhanc- es the quality of downstream water bodies. The Environ- mental Protection Agency estimates that bioretention planting areas can remove 90- percent of metals, between 68 and 80- percent of TKN and between 70 and 83- percent of total phosphorus. When designed and built appropri- ately, bioretention areas can potentially achieve greater than 90- percent removal rates for total suspended solids, organics and bacteria. The bioretention planting areas will collect, cleanse, slow, and infiltrate storm water. Planting Area Bioretention planting areas are proposed along Market, Washington, College, and Dubuque. _F9 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE I GREEN ALLEYS GREEN ALLEY PROGRAM The existing alleys are underutilized, under illuminated, and most of the alley paving is uneven and in a state of dis- repair. Considering the visual impacts of the alleys to the largercontext, there are tremendous opportunities to bet- ter integrate the alleys with the downtown and to demon- strate the City's commitment to sustainable infrastructure by installing permeable pavement systems at the alleys. Other measures recommended as part of the'green alley' program. • Consider policy changes to consolidate the dumpsters. • Add LED lighting for an improved sense of safety. • Celebrate the work of local artists with revolving 'al- ley art' shows. Feature local muralists, light artists and graphic designers. • Utilize the alleys as flexible programming space. OTHER GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGIES Reduction in energy usage • Convert the existing street and Ped Mall lighting system to LED. Possible total estimated energy reduction in the Ped Mall alone approximates 55 %. Refer to lighting and electrical, in this section. • Equip the proposed sheltered bicycle parking canopies with solar panels for improved safety and illumination. Waste reduction • Enhanced recycling opportunities: four new recycling stations are proposed throughout the Ped Mall. Refer to "sustainability" in the pedestrian mall planning I plan- ning framework section. Education and outreach • An EcoLAB is proposed in the Ped Mall and is organized around themes of renewable energy, the cycle of wa- ter, recycling, urban gardening, and local food. Refer to "Play" in the pedestrian mall planning I planning frame- work section. Transportation choices • Enhanced crosswalk paving improves walkability and the sense of pedestrian safety. • Enhanced bicycle accommodations are proposed along Market, Clinton and Gilbert. Six new locations for covered bicycle parking areas have been identified. Refer to transportation enhancements, this section. P 150 Alleys as Flexible space Utilize the alleys for performances and as Flexible space Permeable paving in alleys Permeable paving of the cenfersecfion of an alley in Chicago Example of temporary art installation Temporary art installations activate the alleys and feature the work of local artists IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE �� o �QLID?� � I � b❑ n aG t ■ SHELTERED BIKE PARKING EQUIPPED WITH SOLAR PANELS BIORETENTION PLANTING AREA OPTION 0 PERMEABLE PAVEMENT OPTION LV ` III C 3 CONVERT EXISTING LIGHTING TO LED ■ ENHANCED CROSSWALK PAVING PRO- MOTES WALKABILITY ENHANCED BICYCLE ACCOMMODATIONS El (DESIGNATED AND SHARED BICYCLE LANES) 51 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS I AUTO AUTO Transportation enhancements are proposed along Clin- ton, Gilbert, Market, and Burlington. The enhancements are varied and include a reduction in the number of travel lanes, conversion to two -way traffic, or enhanced cen- ter turn lane paving. A reduction in the number of travel lanes, or a 'road diet,' is proposed along Gilbert and Clin- ton Street. The number of travel lanes is reduced to afford space for on-street designated bicycle lanes. (The feasibil- ity of potential road diets and bicycle lanes must be con- firmed following a traffic study based on traffic patterns and site conditions.) P 152 MARKET STREET A conversion to two -way traffic is proposed along Market Street. The street section is also re- striped to accommo- date on- street bicycle lanes. Parallel parking along the north side of the street is maintained. GILBERT STREET The proposed Gilbert Street section includes one travel lane in each direction with a center turn lane. On- street designated bicycle lanes are proposed. BURLINGTON STREET Enhanced center turn lane paving is proposed along Bur- lington Street. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT CLINTON STREET The proposed Clinton Street section includes two north- ` bound travel lanes, one southbound travel lane with par - .,, �c allel parking on both sides of the street. As another option, one northbound travel lane and two southbound travel lanes could be considered. A traffic study is needed to de- termine the feasibility of the reduction in travel lanes. Bus +�i'— queuing is relocated to Washington. The reduction in trav- el lanes also affords an additional 6' to be re- allocated to [p / the easterly sidewalk, which is currently a very congested L - -- - - - pedestrian environment. P 152 MARKET STREET A conversion to two -way traffic is proposed along Market Street. The street section is also re- striped to accommo- date on- street bicycle lanes. Parallel parking along the north side of the street is maintained. GILBERT STREET The proposed Gilbert Street section includes one travel lane in each direction with a center turn lane. On- street designated bicycle lanes are proposed. BURLINGTON STREET Enhanced center turn lane paving is proposed along Bur- lington Street. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS I WALKABILITY AND BUS BUS There was minimal stakeholder discussion or public input surrounding bus transit within the study area. Therefore, the current plan does not recommend any changes to the ex- isting bus routes orthe ten bus stops. The following recom- mendations address bus queuing and pedestrian - related enhancements at the bus stops. • The proposed planning concept for Clinton Street pro- poses a relocation of the bus queuing from Clinton Street to Washington Street. • As feasible, consider solar panel- covered bus stop can- opies for illumination. IMPROVED CROSSWALKS Painted crosswalk designations are proposed at Blooming- ton /North Linn. ADA- COMPLIANT CURB RAMPS In nearly all instances, curb ramps need to be updated to conform to the most recent standards published in accor- dance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Cast Iron textured curb ramp panels are recommended. ENHANCED CROSSWALK PAVING Unit pavers at the crosswalks are proposed along Market Street, and at select intersections along Burlington, at Gil- bert / College, Dubuque / Washington. WALKABILITY Per the ICDD, the City of Iowa City has the highest walk - ability ranking in the state of Iowa. Downtown Iowa City has earned a "Walker's Paradise: Daily Errands Do Not Re- quire a Car" 95/100 score on the popular walkability Walk Score website. The measurement considers how many businesses, parks, theaters, schools and other common destinations are within walking distance of any given start- ing point. Walkable communities provide countless ben - efts to people's health, the environment, the economy with reduced commuting costs as an example, and to the larger sense of community. Existing crosswalks will be enhanced in order to create the walkable, pedestrian- oriented environment that is envisioned for downtown. Enhanced crosswalks, either unit pavers or painted designations, are recommended throughout the study area. ADA- compliant curb ramps with tactile warning strips are currently limited and need to be upgraded as part of all future improvement projects. r 53 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS I BICYCLE BICYCLE ENHANCEMENTS Enhanced bicycle accommodations have been integrat- ed into the streetscape planning concepts in orderto pro- mote a variety of mobility options across the study area. Enhancements include on- street designated bicycle lanes and six new locations for sheltered bicycle parking. Plan- ning recommendations follow. • Designated bicycle lanes are proposed along Clinton, Gilbert and Market Street. (The feasibility of potential bi- cycle lanes must be confirmed following a traffic study based on traffic patterns and site conditions.) • Equip new bicycle parking shelters with solar panels for improved safety and illumination. • Replace the existing corroding bicycle racks along the sidewalk with new racks. Specific locations and quanti- ties will be identified during subsequent design phases. The recommended replacement rack: 'Bola' by Land- scape Forms, black powder coat, standard inverted 'u' rack. BICYCLE ACCOMMODATIONS • Potential Enhonced Bicycle Parking 1 ■ 1 Potential Bicycle Lanes Feovbgfy of oolentiof bike lanes musf 0 conPoned following O kofffC Study b°SeCf Cn rMfoic pmfems and Sift CCndiriom � Existing Bicycle Lane � Existing Shared Lane f..l a i Proposed bicycle accommodations P 154 On street bicycle lanes Paint on street bicycle lanes with a bnghf, solid color. This delivers a strong message that bicyclist safety is a Innonty FLi.✓4 ,E�: ■I■,i,, Market 41. NOBTXSIDE. I ;�,yf�t►Pt(ETP & lµ Jefferson SL IOWA Oft, ` -- � a Ir Berlingkn S1. Ccud SI. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS AOD 4 M, n aG 11102 MOO] 14/_\I[07 21_1 2117 ag DIM III /_VI &MJ:Ird4217 Fill C47lJil421&1 ■ TRAVEL LANE REDUCTION ❑ CONVERSION TO TWO -WAY TRAVEL ■ ENHANCED CENTER TURN LANE ■ NEW UNIT PAVER CROSSWALKS ok BICYCLE ACCOMMODATIONS ON P 54 r� ■ PEDESTRIAN REFUGE ■ NEW PAINTED CROSSWALKS ■ EXISTING UNIT PAVER CROSSWALKS EXISTING UNIT PAVER CROSSWALKS ENHANCED ADA RAMPS THROUGHOUT 55 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LANDSCAPE & PLANT MATERIAL EVALUATION The existing tree canopy plays a key role in contributing to the overall character of Downtown. Found on most every street, the trees are valued fortheirshade, scale and char- acter. They announce the changing seasons, create com- fortable shade, and they greatly improve the walkability of the environs. As an example, the consistent planting of Ash and Honey Locust trees along Iowa Avenue creates a memorable and unique identity unique to that streets - cape. There was minimal public or stakeholder input on the ex- isting tree plantings. A general analysis of the existing tree palette found many of the trees are of questionable health, most likely due to the basic fact that urban areas are not tree friendly. Many of the trees planted in an urban environment struggle due to a variety of factors including soil compaction, low soil fertility, inadequate moisture, air pollution, pet urine, and detrimental de -icing salts. Addi- tionally, in tree pits such as those found across the study area, trees have a limited lifespan. At the onset of the next design phase, the planning team recommends the City hire a certified arborist to do an inventory and analysis of the existing trees. Factors to considerwhen evaluating the existing trees include a tree's age, health, size, species, overall form, and planting location as it relates to future development. //40 Existing Calurmar maples along Burlington . rr- rr.• Existing Honey Locust and Ash along Iowa Avenue P 156 SUCCESSIVE PLANTINGS Upon completion of the arborists reviewof the existing tree palette, the following recommendations apply to any suc- cessive plantings. • Infill plantings and tree selections by street. Following review of the existing tree palette by a certified ar- borist, the planning team recommends that an 'ap- proved tree species list' be created for each street. As existing trees die or are removed, they should be replaced by the chosen tree (s) for the street. The tree selection process will consider local performance, dis- ease resistance, canopy size, overall shape and form, leaf shape and color, ability to grow within confined areas (overhead utilities, facades, and limited root zones), snow removal, microclimate, lighting, parking, underground sewers and vaults, and typical root char- acter. Tree diversity. There are aesthetic advantages to planting a single tree species or cultivars along a streetscape and great impact can be achieved. But lessons learned with monoculture planting, the Amer- ican elms as an example, are reminders that tree di- versity is "a community's best hedge against potential disaster ". Per Iowa State University Extension, for max- imum protection against insects, disease, or environ- mental stress, the urban tree population should reflect: No more than 10% of any single tree species. No more than 20% of species in any tree genus. No more than 30% of species in any tree family. Thinning and pruning of high value trees. Street trees should offer a rich canopy that covers the majority of the sidewalk and extends into the street. Shade should be offered, but it should not be so thick as to prevent filtered sunshine or to allow the sun to pass through to the street during the winter months. Thinning and prun- ing of those trees ranked 'high value' by the arborist is recommended. • Linear planting trench. Where the existing conditions prohibit the minimum planting pit, alternative planting solutions may be considered such as linear tree plant- ing trenches with removable pavers. As an example, to maximize the hardscape areas of Washington, Dubuque, and Linn while providing the best possible environment for street trees, a pavergrate system and continuous planter trough is recommended for tree plantings. The system, similar to the system manufac- tured by Ironsmith, uses a hidden metal grate to sus- pend pavers over the tree's planting zone, reducing soil compaction and opening up wide areas for pe- destrian movement in tight areas. Continuous planting trench. On streets with more space for pedestrian movement such as Clinton, Gil- bert, and College, open, continuous tree trench with understory perennial planting or lawn is recommend- ed. The continuous tree trench may be broken peri- odically with pavers to allow access to parking and amenity zone items like benches, bike racks, etc. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LANDSCAPE & PLANT MATERIAL • Proposed Street Tree Size. Infll trees to be canopy trees that will provide shade, but are limbed high enough to prevent obstruction of views of passing motorists and allow for safe pedestrian passage along sidewalks. To minimize conflicts of lower tree limbs with vehicular and pedestrian zones, bottom tree branches shall be at least 8' above adjacent sidewalk grade at the time of tree planting. All new street trees shall be a minimum 2" caliper size (the diameter of the trunk measured one foot above grade) at the time of tree installation. • Infill tree standards. All future street trees must meet the requirements of the American Standard for Nurs- ery Stock (latest edition), as published by the Ameri- can Association of Nurserymen. • Proposed Street Tree Placement. Where there are significant gaps in the existing tree planting pro- gram, along Gilbert, Burlington, and Bloomington as examples, orwhen full streetscape and sidewalk im- provements are implemented, new tree spacing will respond to street light locations which, in turn, relate to locations of on- street parking spaces. • Ash Tree Blight. All varieties of ash trees are at risk of the disease spread by a beetle called the em- erald ash borer. Experts from the U.S. and Iowa departments of agriculture, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, and Iowa State University have confirmed there are ash trees infested with the em- erald ash borers in eastern Iowa counties and 'the problem is spreading faster than originally thought'. Implementation of a strategy to combat the spread is recommended and should begin with a detailed inventory of ash trees within the study area. Any ash trees that are already in a state of decline may need to be removed sooner rather than later. As an example, there are a number of mature ash trees along Washington. The possibility of their removal will have a significant impact on the streetscape char- acter and the further development of the streets- cape plans for Washington. Princeton Elm Ginkgo Honey Locust M FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I LANDSCAPE & PLANT MATERIAL UNDERSTORY PLANTINGS At -grade landscaping in planters is a key component of greening and softening the streetscapes. Plantings along the sidewalk buffer pedestrians from traffic and parked cars and provide a memorable visual impact to the street. The understory plantings are visualized as multi - dimensional with shrub, ornamental grass, ground - cover, and seasonal plantings. The proposed palette can be replicated throughout the study area to unify and provide meaningful visual impact. • Irrigation. To reduce City maintenance requirements and to ensure healthy tree growth, irrigation at new planting areas is recommended where full streets - cape improvements are proposed. System specifics and feasibility across each of the individual streets will be considered during subsequent design phases. RECOMMENDED BIORETENTION PALETTE A combination of drought tolerant, hybrid ornamentals and a few natives is recommended for the bioretention planting areas. Examples of recommended plants fol- low. The palette will be refined during subsequent de- sign phases. • New England Aster Hybrids • Native Sedges • Northern Prairie Dropseed • Little Blue Stem • Native and Hybrid Penstemons (NOTE: the plants listed are a sampling of potential choices and that a more thorough plant list will be developed for each unique application during the detailed design and implemen- tation phases of the project) P 158 Little Bluestem Native Prairie Dropseed New England Aster Hybrid IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT WHAT PUBLIC ART MEANS TO IOWA CITY Iowa City's public art program makes the city a more memorable place to live, work and visit. The broad range of public artworks seen across the City elevates the quality of the public spaces and reinforces Iowa City's reputation as a center for the arts, culture, and literature. The majority of the artwork celebrates Iowa City's unique literary history. Perthe City of Iowa City public art program, 'From acclaimed poets and playwrights, to accomplished novelists and journalists, Iowa City has been both host and home to literary genius'. As a result, Iowa City is one of six designated Cities of Literature by the United Nations Edu- cational, Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the only community with such designation in the United States. To recognize the literary history, Iowa Avenue's 'Lit- erary Walk' celebrates the works of 49 writers with ties to Iowa and is comprised of a series of bronze relief panels that feature literary quotes and attribution. It is the intent of the current plan to support the existing public art program and to build on that success with new public art opportunities. Northside Market Place public art Include new literary - themed public art- work along North Linn Alley art An 'alley art' program celebrates the his- tory of murals in Iowa City and showcases the work of local artists STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I PUBLIC ART Murals Murals and oversized banners are pro- posed to activate the blank parking ramps along Burlington Public art piece along Iowa Ave Illuminate select artworks to highlight and add drama at night Literary walk The 'Literary Walk' bronze panels were in- stalled in 2000 and unfortunately some of the panels are beginning to lift. Explore incorporation of the panels into the new light pole bases proposed along Iowa Av- enue or other downtown locations. 6S9 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I KIT OF PARTS STREET PAVING The majority of the streets throughout the study area have been paved with either concrete or bituminous concrete. Unit pavers have been installed along Iowa Avenue between Clinton and Dubuque and to highlight significant intersections along Clinton. Street pavement conditions vary. Replacement recommendations are tied to infrastructure improvement projects as feasible. Replacement recommendations follow • There have been concerns with the pavement con- ditions along Washington and there was a 12 -inch water main break along the 100 block of Washing- ton. Concrete paving is proposed as the replace- ment paving material at the street with permeable pavement as an alternate. • To extend the character of the Ped Mall north to Iowa Avenue, unit pavers are proposed along Dubuque Street. • To break up the expanse of paving across Burling- ton, unit pavers are proposed to distinguish the cen- terturn lane. (The most recent paving improvements along Burlington were in 1984.) • The existing street paving along College, between Linn and Gilbert is of concern. Concrete is the rec- ommended replacement material. Unit pavers are proposed along Dubuque St. To breakup the expanse of paving across Burlington, unit pavers are proposed to distinguish the center turn lane. (The most recent paving improvements along Burl- ington were in 1984.) P 160 SIDEWALK PAVING A consistent sidewalk pattern that will allow the ground plane to read as one continuous public space and not a series of spaces associated with individual streets is recommended. This will allow the public artwork, veg- etation, and other furnishings to become the focus for the street. PCC paving is the recommended sidewalk paving material due to its durability as well as its ease of maintenance and replacement. The PCC paving recommendations include a standard grey color with 50% sandblast finish, 50% broom finish, and saw cut control joints. Along select streets, the proposed sidewalk paving includes a combination of PCC paving at the pri- mary walkway along the buildings and unit pavers along the curb zone. The proposed unit paver colors will include a range of grey colors and will appear 'speckled' in an attempt to minimize the impacts of spills and stains typical to urban settings. The recom- mended unit paver size is 12" x 18" orsmaller. PCC paving is proposed along the side- walks Paver 'speckling' helps minimize impacts of stains and spills IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT SEATING Benches are an important component of a pedestri- an friendly streetscape and are generally abundant throughout the study area. The exception is the streets - cape along South Linn between the Sr. Center and the Iowa City Public Library. Most of the benches are hori- zontal metal strap and share a similar style to Landscape Forms' 'Scarborough' bench. Most are in good condi- tion. The ICCD Community Gallery BenchMarks bench- es have been installed at select Northside Marketplace locations. Each year, the benches are treated as blank canvasses and are re- painted to feature the work of lo- cal artists. Seating recommendations follow. Consider the metal strap bench as the standard bench for downtown. • Install benches along Linn, between the Sr. Center and ICPL. Center arms to be included in new benches 72" in length or longer. Existing Bench Along Washington Street Recommended metal strap bench. Color: Black. Center arm detail shown for those benches 72" in length or lon- ger. STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I KIT OF PARTS TRASH AND RECYCLING Trash receptacles are easily found throughout the study area. Their character complements the metal strap benches and seems similar to the Landscape Forms' 'Scarborough' receptacle. Recycling stations are cur- rently limited to the pedestrian mall and public input in- dicates a strong desire for recycling containers/stations throughout downtown. The Plan offers two recycling container options: the 'Scarborough' receptacle which matches the existing trash containers and the 'Big Belly' compactor. Prior to making a final selection, further coordination is needed with the City representatives to understand pick -up and sorting options. Replacement containers are recommended for the ex- posed aggregate /metal top trash receptacles currently found at the Northside Marketplace. 'Scarborough' trash receptacle. Color: Black Big Belly' recycling compactor. Cordless self powered unit. Color. Black. 61 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE COMPONENTS I KIT OF PARTS PLANTING CONTAINERS Enrichment of the pedestrian environment is important to a successful street and small details can do big things. Along the more heavily paved streets like Dubuque, Washington, and Linn, the introduction of planter pots Will help add seasonal color to the more urban environ- ments of Iowa City. Pots should be large enough to be effective, roughly 30" high and 48" in diameter, made of integrally colored precast concrete to match existing and proposed limestone material downtown. Like planter pots, hanging baskets on light poles ad sea- sonal color and are a small, effective detail to enhance the pedestrian environment. The lighting design incor- porates hanging baskets on Dubuque's monumental light column. This adds that extra level of enhancement while leaving more surface pedestrian space open. Installing an irrigation system to the containers and hang- ing baskets is recommended and will be determined on a street -by- street bases dependent on the level of im- provements proposed at each street. Colorful, cascad- ing plants are proposed and may include Bacopa, Cal - ibrachoa, Lantana, Verbena, Ivy Geranium, and Trailing Petunia. Planter Pots. Style is to be similar to the "Biltmore" by Dura Art Stone. PON" Hanging baskets with colorful, cascading plantings are proposed along Dubuque Street. The baskets are sized at 18 " -24" P 162 BICYCLE FURNISHINGS Six locations for enhanced bicycle accommodations have been identified. Locations were mapped within the transportation section. The planning team recom- mends the shelters be equipped with solar panels for safe illumination at night. Many of the existing racks are corroding and further detailed analysis of each rack is recommended during subsequent design phases for each of the individual streetscapes. The standard inverted 'u' bicycle rack is proposed as the replacement rack across the study area. The 'BOLA' rack by Landscape Forms as shown above represents the desired character. Landscape Forms, Bola bicycle rack Color: Black powdercoat 1 '' /." Schedule 40 Pipe, 36" h x 18" w Bicycle shelter equipped with solar panels IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT [ PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ] 63 FEBRUARY 2014 "There is no logic that can be superimposed on the city; people make it, and it is to them, not buildings, that we must fit our plans." — Jane Jacobs P 1 64 FD (D 0 Q (D Q 7 7 7 CQ rV FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I INTRODUCTION z O O z U o z O u Ll m STREETSCAPE PLANNING The following pages summarize the proposed improve- ments for each of the eleven streets. Categories of im- provement include transportation enhancements, light- ing, sustainable enhancements, utility analyses and recommendations, wayfnding and identity, and infor- mation related to miscellaneous improvements such as streetscape components, and understory plantings. An excerpt of the overall plan is provided and depicts the proposed improvements typical forthe entire street. Within the cross - section, the existing base conditions that are pro- posed to remain are drawn in black. The proposed street - scope improvements are drawn in red. PI bb BLOOMINGTON MARKET JEFFERSON IOWA AVE WASHINGTON COLLEGE BURLINGTON The diagram above demonstrates street hierarchy at the intersections. As an example, at the intersection of Wash- ington and Dubuque, the proposed Dubuque Street im- provements extend through the intersection and continue north to Iowa Avenue. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I WASHINGTON STREET WASHINGTON can become a HUB street. NIA FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I DUBUQUE STREET 0 DUBUQUE can become a MEMORABLE street. P 168 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I IOWA AVENUE IOWA AVENUE can become a STAGE street. «i FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I CLINTON STREET r CLINTON can become a SEAM street. P 170 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I LINN STREET LINN can become a CONNECTOR street. 71 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I COLLEGE STREET y I I I COLLEGE can become a LINK street. P 1 72 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I BURLINGTON STREET BURLINGTON can become a CELEBRATED street. 73 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I GILBERT STREET i GILBERT can become a PARKWAY street. P 174 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I NORTH LINN STREET NORTH LINN can become a DESTINATION street. VA FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I MARKET STREET MARKET street can become a DESTINATION street. P 176 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I BLOOMINGTON STREET BLOOMINGTON can become a CONTRIBUTING street. vh FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I WASHINGTON STREET An eclectic mix of retail and restaurants contributes to an active street life along Washington and an en- hancement of the existing elements will further trans- form Washington Street into a "hub" of pedestrian activity. New pedestrian and roadway lighting adds energy and drama at night. Extensive storefront lighting adds dimension and depth to the lighting framework. Infll street trees, colorful planting displays, benches and trash receptacles are also recommended to enhance the pedestrian realm. Existing loading areas near the intersection of Clinton are proposed to remain, but narrowed in width, providing an enlarged pedestrian area on the north side of the street. It is recommend- ed that new tree plantings in a suspended pavergrate system be installed near the intersection of Clinton for increased pedestrian and cafe use. The need for full streetscape improvements along Washington Street was hastened by a 12 -inch water main break in 2013. Full replacement of the water main between Clinton and Gilbert is recommended. To demonstrate the City's commitment to sustainability, bioretention planting areas are proposed along Wash- ington. The first of their kind along an urban street in Iowa, the bioretention planting areas will minimize run- off, slow peak flows, cleanse pollutants from the storm water, and enhance the quality of downstream water bodies. WASHINGTON STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Enhanced bicycle parking at end of block, mid - block at transformer, and throughout block in side- walk amenity zone • Loading zones are to remain, but the northern zone will be reduced in width Lighting • New pedestrian roadway lighting (North & South) • Extensive storefront lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Permeable pavers throughout curb to curb section • Bioretention planting areas Wayfinding and Identity • Gateway element at Washington and Dubuque Utility • Replace the two water main lines along Washing- ton • Replace the storm sewer line along Washington west of Gilbert to Linn Other • Balance of landscape and paver /cafe areas • Maximum streetscape functionality — continuous tree planter trough with paver grate system and removable paver detail • Decorative screening of mid -block transformer 78 Existing conditions Washington street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK SIDEWALK OR ROAD WAY PA VING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN = PROPOSED PAVING = PROPOSED BIORETENTlON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLAN17NGS 4 EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE 0 EXI5i1NG BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN 40 PROPOSED PLANTER POT ® ANDROADWAYLIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAYLIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT 5:9e.eM.m1n rrc<�e, r�e� r�<.a •ng�<e r <�a se•„elk..�ln <ex sane aercmnxee «<e me ian aanrtq aer<Mnxen aea rd <xemp Washington Street section looking west WASHINGTON STREET PLAN Context Map 79 FEBRUARY 2014 of Ey • b h I 1 c� i m w xQ 1 N W U N N O W Z C = W z 1 PANCHERD'S0 3U -� z mQ OQ ` 1 1 " 79 FEBRUARY 2014 of Ey • b poll 9r� �. II V 79 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I DUBUQUE STREET As the north / south entrance to downtown, Dubuque is a "first impressions" street. Creating a unified, pedes- trian friendly road section will help make Dubuque a ,'memorable" entrance to heart of the city. It is rec- ommended that unit pavers be installed curb to curb. New tree plantings in a suspended paver grate system installed in the sidewalk maximize the pedestrian zone while keeping the trees health a top priority. Planter pots, benches, trash cans, and monumental lighting With a celebratory, overhead canopy of Tivoli lights and medallions are also recommended. DUBUQUE STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Traffic patterns remain the some • Enhanced bike parking mid -block on either side of alley Lighting • Awnings & Storefront Lighting • Monument pedestrian /roadway lights with pen- dants, overhead Tivoli strings and municipal seal • Electric power outlets in monuments Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Gateway Elements at Iowa and Washington Utility • Spot repair of storm sewer is recommended at three locations along Dubuque, south of Iowa • There may be a capacity issue with the storm sewer line along Dubuque, north of Burlington Other • Comer bulb outs for expanded cafes and seating • New sidewalk paving • Maximumstreetscapefunctionality — continuous tree planter trough with paver grate system and removable paver detail • New curb to curb hardscape • Planter pots • Decorative screening of mid -block transformer • No change in parking P 180 Existing conditions Dubuque Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK SIDEWALK EXISTING BENCH OR ROAD WAY PA VING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN PROPOSED PAVING - PROPOSED BIORETENTlON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLAN17NGS EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN 40 PROPOSED PLANTER POT ® ANDROADWAYLIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAYLIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING STREET VISION PLANS DUBUQUE STREET 146iir __. sd.w wan rle P.W r» e« W Tree Sew cote xeaff g Wem Po rg IQr ItrilE Pwfm Mfh We bW A Dubuque Street section looking south Context Map DUBUQUE STREET PLAN 81 FEBRUARY 2014 ° zz � zo ¢> O PARAIL£L aA - '7RAVELfANE . IRAVELIANP ' MACK V'S PARKIE! ' -" - 9'PARA L ARdHG << U 3 p� z Q w L lLl wZ �Q2 N c0 Q V T+ U' a ¢ 1Z- 4 zy Z N J U z a U ¢O am <0 Ow O O 3 81 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I IOWA AVENUE Iowa, with its view corridor to the Old State Capital Building, is truly the "iconic" street of Iowa City. By se- lectively enhancing the place making elements of the street, this street can become the "stage" of Iowa City. It is recommended that the electrical capacity of Iowa Avenue be increased to provide adequate pow- er during festivals and events. This electrical capacity and access will be incorporated into new monumental lights. Strategic additions like increased and enhanced bicycle parking, and the carving out of certain areas of pavement to add perennial planting are also recorrr mended. IOWA AVENUE SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Enhanced bicycle parking (3) Lighting • Monument lights with banners • 4 electrical outlets per monument light Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Gateway Element at Dubuque and Market • Wayf nding Kiosk at Market and Linn Other • Accent plantings and enhanced tree pits • Maxim¢e cafe seating • Gateway Markers at Dubuque P 182 Existing conditions Iowa Avenue PLAN KEY _ PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK SIDEWALK EXISTING BENCH OR ROAD WAY PA VING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN PROPOSED PAVING PROPOSED BIORETENTlON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLAN17NGS EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN 40 PROPOSED PLANTER POT ® ANDROADWAYLIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAYLIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I IOWA AVENUE e Iowa Avenue section looking west IOWA AVENUE PLAN Context Map I 1 r- Ll T ® \,\ IA ONAL KIN\ 12'4 "TRAVEL DINE '> !24 "TRAVEL LANE 9 0)fAG ALFA G 0 �I 0 10 20 /O FEET - 83 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I CLINTON STREET Clinton Street's wide curb to curb section, large amounts of concrete, and lack of pedestrian amenities feel like a "gap" between the university and downtown. With the proposed improvements, Clinton can easily become a "seam" street that stitches the university and downtown together. It is recommended that Clinton be put on a "road diet:" remove one lane of traffic and add 6 -feet of sidewalk to the east side of the street for pedestrian and optional caf6 space. A pedestrian refuge zone is located in the middle of each /west bound crosswalk to give a sense of safety and scale to the pedestrian and to calm traffic. New street trees are to be plant- ed on the east side. Unifying vertical elements such as monumental light poles, and fine details in the sidewalk amenity zone such as benches, bike racks, and trash cans, are also recommended throughout the streets - cape. CLINTON STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Two Northbound travel lanes, one southbound travel lane • On street parallel parking on both sides of street • Net gain of 8 parking spaces ( -2 on east, +10 on west) between Washington and Iowa • 5' Designated bike lanes, both ways • Enhanced bicycle parking North of Washington and adjacent to mid -block bump -outs • Relocate bus queuing to Washington • Pedestrian refuge median at crosswalks • Enhanced intersection and crosswalk treatment • Pavers in sidewalk amenity zone Lighting • Monument lights with banners • Enhanced storefront lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Banner Program • Gateway element at Burlington • Wayf nding Kiosk at Iowa and College Utility • Replace the 8-inch water main along Clinton from Burlington to College • At the intersection with the Pedestrian Mall, a storm manhole is under a planter. Access to the storm sewer should be included as part of future improvements. Other • Curb bulb outs • 6' additional sidewalk added to east side • Caf6 seating in select areas on east side • Extensive caf6 paver /street tree • Replace sidewalk along east side 184 Existing conditions Clinton Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK, SIDEWALK, OR ROAD WAY PAVING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN = PROPOSED PAVING = PROPOSED BIORETENAON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTINGS EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING • PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED CAFE TABLE rikTO1011A &J ;9 EIJI4141&)11 PROPOSED FESTIVE UGHIING 0 orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING ELEMENT PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING • PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED CAFE TABLE rikTO1011A &J ;9 EIJI4141&)11 PROPOSED FESTIVE UGHIING 0 orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I CLINTON STREET r.�iinp�ar.:.m nnipmrnrt m�.pi /+eNa+ar ppgmiM mwK+ maW Y*r..m vwm9 �ma b+a Fvenecron kna !sa emiva PoRVq Clinton Street section looking north CLINTON STREET PLAN r rw Context Map o io m 111 ADr 85 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I LINN STREET Linn Street is an important link in Downtown: it links the Senior Center and the Public Library and the Northside Marketplace and Downtown. With thoughtful design treatments, Linn Street can become a "connector' street, successfully tying both ends of the district togeth- er with unifying design treatments. Vertical elements such as well designed light poles and healthy street trees in a paver grate system have been recommended to create a unified identity and pedestrian friendly environment. A wayfnding kiosk is proposed at the intersection of Linn and Washington to inform use and to function as a beacon of light at night. Planter pots with colorful, seasonal plantings and trash receptacles are also recommended. Much -need- ed benches are proposed along the sidewalk between the Senior Center and the Library. LINN STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Enhanced bicycle parking at Linn Street and Iowa Avenue and at the Iowa City Public Library Lighting • New pedestrian roadway lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Gateway Element at Linn and Burlington • Wayf nding Kiosks at Linn St. and Iowa Avenue, Washington Street, and College St. Utility • The sanitary sewer line along Linn between Wash- ington and Iowa has been installed at less than minimum grade • Replace the water main along Linn between Washington and Burlington Other • Maximumstreetscapefunctionality — continuous tree plantertrough with paver grate system and removable paver detail • Planter pots • Consider removal of parking on west side of street between Iowa & alley & adding larger amenity zone with overhead shelter or vendor canopy when street is fully developed • Pavers in amenity zone P 186 Existing conditions Linn Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK SIDEWALK EXISTING BENCH OR ROAD WAY PA VING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN PROPOSED PAVING PROPOSED BIORETENTlON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLAN17NGS IQL EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN 40 PROPOSED PLANTER POT ® ANDROADWAYLIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAYLIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I LINN STREET .4hb .rs rang lane Faft, wp -g Linn Street section looking south LINN STREET PLAN ll� �J Context Map 87 FEBRUARY 2014 i �_ ��_� i[f�. LCD ■i=w. '�� •;. � IJ E 1 87 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I COLLEGE STREET Once you leave the Pedestrian Mall, College is largely a "forgotten" street. The detail and excitement of the mall is suddenly lost, but with careful design, College can become a 'link' bringing people to the heart of downtown. It is recommended that the feel of the mall be expanded outward with pavers and appropriate, enlarged, thoughtful planting areas, as well as the intro- duction of seating nooks with benches, bike racks, trash cans, and custom lights. It is also recommended that College be one of the showcases of sustainability with the installation of bioretention planting areas. COLLEGE STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Traffic patterns remain the some • Enhanced intersection and crosswalk • Re -pave roadway section Lighting • Pedestrian roadway light • Fapade lights (south) Sustainable Enhancements • Landscaped planter curbs /bioretention areas • Inf II street trees where feasible Utility • Rehabilitate or replace the aging brick construc- tion sanitary manhole at College /Linn • Replace water main along College between Gil- bert and Linn Other • Add curb bulb outs to north side • Expanded streetscape on south side to extend Pe- destrian Mall "feel' • New sidewalk paving on north side, enlarged tree pit P 188 Existing conditions College Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK, SIDEWALK, OR ROADWAY PAVING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN = PROPOSED PAVING = PROPOSED BIORETENTION PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTINGS EXISTING TREE ® PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EMSTNG BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYRNDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN • PROPOSED PLANTER POT AND ROADWAY LIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROAD WAY LIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I COLLEGE STREET riwerennon Puling wl viavaws w /mamws 4' area me weu College Street section looking west COLLEGE STREET PLAN e Context Map later - 89 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I BURLINGTON STREET Burlington Street is currently automobile oriented with two travel lanes in each direction and a center turn lane. It is part of Highway 1 and has been designed to move vehicular traffic. The large expanses of monot- onous paving, narrow sidewalks, traffic volume, and blank building facades make Burlington feel like a "bar- rier' street. With unifying, thoughtful design treatments, Burlington can become a "celebrated" street welcom- ing people to downtown and to the new University of Iowa Music Building, currently under construction at Bur- lington and Clinton. Improving the pedestrian experience and overall ap- pearance of Burlington is accomplished in a numberof ways. Vertical elements such as newly designed light poles and infll street trees will help tie both sides of this street together. Raised colorful planting beds along the curb zone create a buffer between moving vehi- cles and pedestrians. At the intersections, pedestrian crosswalks are enhanced with unit pavers. Public art is proposed along Burlington in the form of artistic murals and oversized banners. The murals and banners acti- vate the large, blank parking ramp facades and com- municate Iowa City's commitment to the arts. The traffic volume and limited right -of -way prohibited the incorporation of enhanced bicycle accommoda- tions along Burlington. The potential exists forenhanced bicycle accommodations along Court to the south of Burlington. To the north, there are existing shared lanes along College, east of Linn. And, Washington, two blocks to the north, is an important east -west bicycle route. BURLINGTON STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Enhanced center turn -lane paving • Enhanced intersection and crosswalk treatment Lighting • New pedestrian roadway lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Comergateway element at Clinton, Dubuque, Linn and Gilbert Utility • Replacement of two separate water main lines is recommended. Existing lines have experienced breaks. Other • Pavers in sidewalk amenity zone • 18" raised cast in place concrete planters • Architectural enhancement of car ramp walls and select building faces 190 Existing conditions Burlington Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK, SIDEWALK, OR ROAD WAY PAVING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN = PROPOSED PAVING = PROPOSED BIORETENAON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTINGS EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING • PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED CAFE TABLE rikTON1011AIMI MEIJI 4141&)11 PROPOSED FESTIVE UGHIING 0 orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING ELEMENT PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING • PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED CAFE TABLE rikTON1011AIMI MEIJI 4141&)11 PROPOSED FESTIVE UGHIING 0 orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I BURLINGTON STREET e raw pnif lerip bre lane 1prtB Iprre wil ppver ppver Burlington Street section looking west BURLINGTON STREET PLAN Context Map � __ 9�� ITIRA VEC� � II --------------- ----------------- ___ ____ ________ __ z Ago il'IGVELLWE �/µ{��i� 11'!¢nVELUNE A [� I I I EEET 91 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I GILBERT STREET Gilbert, as currently constructed, with its larger building setbacks and higher travel speeds can be described as a "thoroughfare," but it can easily become more of a "parkway" providing a richer experience. It is recorrr mended that Gilbert go on a 'road diet' by reducing travel to a single lane in each direction, adding a cen- ter turn lane and designating bike lanes in both direc- tions. Other key recommendations include fill the gaps in the street tree rhythm, enhance the tree lawn, and add custom designed lighting elements with a second- ary banner program option. GILBERT STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Reduce travel lanes to one in each direction plus center turn lane • Two 5' designated bike lanes • Enhanced crosswalks • City will conduct external study modeling pro- posed lane reduction Lighting • New pedestrian roadway lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Secondary banner program Utility • Replace the water main lines along Gilbert • A cable has penetrated the sanitary sewer line at Gilbert and Buriington Other • Tree lawn where possible • Newsidewalk • Underground overhead utilities P 192 Existing conditions Gilbert Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK SIDEWALK EXISTING BENCH OR ROAD WAY PA VING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN PROPOSED PAVING PROPOSED BIORETENVON PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLAN17NGS EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN 40 PROPOSED PLANTER POT ® ANDROADWAYLIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAYLIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I GILBERT STREET Plonl"mg Sidewalk Tree hovel MM Tmvel Oesianoletl Tree .G'dew.k P Ix, Iowa W.El a bne bne Pi1:e Late Town Gilbert Street section looking north Context Map GILBERT STREET PLAN e :9— W i Mm t ,t+ii 6a- h a,Q,�� m V FIRF VO Oa � �z0 . selcvcLEU ----- ----------- - I I'MAVELMW -- - - - - -- P2 wn -- - II'TRAVEL [ANE CLE L4NE N q w3 Oy O RAYZ m0 CIO 93 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I IOWA AT GILBERT Stronger definition of the easterly edge of Iowa Avenue is needed for Iowa City's most iconic street. Enhanced paving at the crosswalks extends the character of Iowa Avenue across the intersection. The Gilbert Street me- dian is reconfigured and enlarged to include a fea- ture public art piece, or monument. The monument Will function as a 'bookend' to the Old Capitol and will complete the Iowa Avenue 'stage'. New accent trees and understory plantings offer backdrop for the mon- ument. Street crossing distance is minimized for the pe- destrian through the incorporation of bump -outs along the north and south sides of Iowa Avenue. IOWA AT GILBERT SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Enhanced paving treatment at crosswalks • Enlarged bulb at end of median • New traffic light location Other • Monument /Art in hardscape area within median • Extend Iowa Avenue "feel" across intersection • Curb bulb outs on north and south sides of street P 194 Rendering of Iowa Avenue and Gilbert Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK SIDEWALK EXI5i1NG BENCH OR ROAD WAY PA VING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN PROPOSED PAVING PROPOSED BIORETENT70N PLANTING AREA = EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLAN17NGS EXISTING TREE PROPOSED TREE EXI5i1NG BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING 0 •0 PROPOSED CAFE TABLE ELEMENT IIII PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN 40 PROPOSED PLANTER POT ® ANDROADWAYLIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING orPROPOSED MONUMENTAL PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAYLIGHT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING STREET VISION PLANS IOWA AT GILBERT i i mc rw ,111 Iowa Avenue section looking east IOWA AVENUE PLAN Context Map 0 ID 10 40 FEE! 95 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I NORTH LINN STREET With its funky mixed use character, North Linn has be- come a strong local destination for the Northside Marketplace. Iowa City's most recent streetscape irrr provements can be seen along North Linn. In 2010, irrr provements included new trees, bumpouts at the inter- section with Market, seating clusters, bicycle racks, and literary- Chemed public artwork. To establish continuity across North Linn, the current plan proposes an extension of select improvements from the alley at Hamburg Inn to Bloomington. Infll tree plantings, accent shrub and groundcover plant- ings, painted crosswalk designations, and new seating clusters are proposed. Standard concrete paving is proposed at the new seating areas. On- street parallel parking is maintained. Improvements proposed south of Hamburg Inn include wayfnding elements, architectur- al accent lighting, the 'leveling' of select seating areas, and new accent plantings at the base of the two exist- ing public art pieces. NORTH LINN STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Enhanced Crosswalk Paving at Linn and Market • Painted Crosswalks at Linn and Bloomington Lighting • Identity Lighting and Architectural Accent Lighting at the intersection of North Linn St. and Market St. • Adjust Height of Existing Lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II Trees as Feasible Wayfinding and Identity • Wayf nding Elements at North Linn and Market, Jefferson Utility • The sanitary sewer line in the alley just north of Hamburg inn is broken with visible voids • Upsize water service line along North Linn from Bloomington to Davenport • The existing sewer line appears undersized. Consider upsizing as part of future improvements. Other • Extend Improvements along North Linn, North of Hamburg Inn Including Accent Plantings at Parkway, Benches, Bicycle Racks, Public Artwork • Accent Planting at Base of Existing Public Artwork • Improve Paving at Bump -Outs • Relocate Utilities Underground • 'Level' seating area pavement or shim benches to provide more comfortable, safe and attractive seating Existing conditions North Linn Street PLAN KEY - PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK PAVING EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN PROPOSED PAVING PROPOSED BIORETENTION PLANTING AREA ® EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTINGS EXISTINGTREE . PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING ELEMENT PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING P 196 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I NORTH LINN STREET slja k � P w cub fawro P W �. 5b Mr, a Nwo pot v ¢vb M1acc P." npIoMi Pgnkngs dA�s clutlias� North Linn Street section looking south NORTH LINN STREET PLAN �r r�>! ®i+� Context Map 10 20 .O FEET III I [ 97 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I MARKET STREET Market Street has evolved into a unique destina- tion with a rich mix of locally owned restaurants and shops. Glimpses of Market Street's energy and eclec- ticism can be seen by visitors entering Iowa City along Dubuque. To better'announce' Market Street and the larger Northside Marketplace, gateway elements are proposed at the intersection of Dubuque and Market Street. Two over -the- street festive lighting elements are proposed to further entice guests to turn east at Market and to create a sense of arrival at the major intersec- tion of Market and North Linn. The planning team recommends that Market Street be converted back to two -way traffic. The proposed cross section includes two 11' -wide drive lanes, 9' -wide par- allel parking on the north side, and two 4' -6" -wide on- street designated bicycle lanes in each direction. Traf- fic modeling to understand how the conversion affects the larger transportation network is underway. MARKET STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Convert to Two -Way Traffic • Two Designated Bicycle Lanes • Maintain Parallel Parking along North Side of Street • Enhanced Crosswalk Paving Lighting • Over -The- Street Festive Lighting and Banners • New Pedestrian and Roadway Lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Inf II Street Trees • Bioretention Planting Areas Wayfinding and Identity • Gateway Element at Dubuque and Market • Wayf nding Kiosk at Market and Linn Other • New Seating & Public Artwork at Market & North Linn • Underground Utilities at South Side of Street Existing conditions Market Street PLAN KEY = PROPOSED ENHANCED CROSSWALK PAVING ® EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN = PROPOSED PAVING = PROPOSED BIORETENTION PLANTING AREA EXISTING SHRUB AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTINGS OEXISTING TREE • PROPOSEDTREE LJ EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH I EXISTING BICYCLE RACK I PROPOSED BICYCLE RACK PROPOSED WAYFINDING ELEMENT PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING PROPOSED FESTIVE LIGHTING P 198 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT Planhn: Area Market Street section looking west MARKET STREET PLAN z z x� - C Context Map FEB - 99 FEBRUARY 2014 = BOOK wKu BWKMAMEr � �— oz / t•AinuB. PA - - -. < 6' 5I CY V E I1'IHAYEL LANE _ _ _ _ 11'TFAVELIANE ®� "91GYCLE UNE o FEB - 99 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I ACCENT LIGHTING AT MARKET STREET AND NORTH LINN NORTH SIDE MARKET PLACE LIGHTING SUMMARY Enhanced architectural lighting is proposed to create a festive, memorable atmosphere at the prominent inter- section of Market and North Linn. The intersection has historical significance. Three National Register eligible structures occupy the intersection: Economy Advertis- ing at 117 -123 N. Linn, Union Brewery at 130 -160 N. Linn, and Union Bakery/Union Hall at 203 N. Linn Street. Perirrr eter building outline lighting systems by Lumisphere, or similar, is proposed to distinguish the architectural de- tailing, mass and form. FIXED ARCHITECTURAL ACCENT EIGHEI NORM SIDE MARKET PEACE FESTIVE LIGHTING P 1 100 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I NORTHSIDE MARKETPLACE REDEVELOPMENT SITE MARKET STREET REDEVELOPMENT SITE SUMMARY The City -owned parking lot between George's Buffet and the Bluebird Diner along Market Street has been identified as a potential redevelopment site. The site offers tremendous opportunities and redevelopment could bolster the momentum already in place through- out the Northside Marketplace. The existing mixed use and pedestrian- oriented fabric that currently exists should be reinforced. The redevelopment program could include a mixed use and entertainment option with below grade parking. Stakeholder and public input consistently indicated an interest in more activities during the winter months and specifically an ice skating rink. The site could support a rink comparable in scale to Ice Rink at One Boulder Plaza, Boulder, CO. The rink and associated support program could become a regional entertainment des- tination and a celebrated winter tradition. During the summer months, the rink is covered and the space tran- sitions to an outdoor dining and flexible program space for small scale musical performances, readings, cook- ing competitions, outdoor yoga, or other. MARKETSTREET Optional redevelopment concept depicted above. Other concepts could explore building frontage along Market Street. Skate ring opportunity Precedent imagery reflecting character and potential for a mixed -use redevelopment opportunity that integrates a public skate rink as a winter amenity that converts to a dynamic public space during warmer months. City parking lot along Market Street has been identified as a potential redevelopment site. 101 FEBRUARY 2014 STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I BLOOMINGTON STREET Bloomington is home to the iconic Pagliai's Pizza and two other historic structures. Functioning primarily as a residential street, Bloomington connects the adjacent neighborhoods with the NSMP and University of Iowa. To enhance the pedestrian experience, a number of improvements are proposed: painted crosswalks, pe- destrian scale lighting, historical building markers, the screening of surface parking lots, and seating and sea- sonal planting displays at the intersection with North Linn. As existing parking lots are considered for mixed - use redevelopment sites, the proposed streetscape character may need to be reevaluated. BLOOMINGTON STREET SUMMARY Transportation Enhancements • Painted Crosswalk Designation Lighting • Install New Pedestrian and Roadway Lighting Sustainable Enhancements • Plant Inf II Trees at Gaps as Feasible • Replace Sod at Parkway with Lawn Alternative Utility • Upsize the water service line along Bloomington, from Linn to Gilbert Other • Screen Pagliai's South Parking Lot with Accent Plantings • Introduce Seating and Accent Plantings in Containers at Pagliai's • Install Historical Markers at 302, 319, 322 E. Bloomington • Relocate Utilities Underground P 1 102 Existing conditions Bloomington Street PLAN KEY QU P CROSSWALK PAVEMENT MARKINGS ® EXISTING STREET PAVING TO REMAIN = PROPOSED PAVING PROPOSED ACCENT PLANTING AREA LAWN ALTERNATIVE PUBLIC ART 8 PROPOSED PLANTING CONTAINERS PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT EXISTING TREE � PROPOSED TREE EXISTING BENCH PROPOSED BENCH PUBLIC ART 8 PROPOSED PLANTING CONTAINERS PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY LIGHTING IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT STREETSCAPE PLANNING I STREET VISION PLANS I BLOOMINGTON STREET P Mky aIp dk cub Faa PnNp r. [a..+My I - s■1AM I�i� Bloomington Street section looking west Context Map BLOOMINGTON STREET PLAN I I I iEEi - 103 FEBRUARY 2014 The measure of any great civilization is in its cities, and the measure of a city's greatness is to be found in the quality of its public spaces, its parks and squares. — John Ruskin P 1 104 Q Q Q Q 105 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I INTRODUCTION PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING INTRODUCTION The nationally renowned Ped Mall is widely recognized as an iconic destination with a high level of resident, student, and alumni attachment. It has 'good bones' and a sol- id foundation is already in place. Therefore, the intent of the current planning concept is to 'freshen up' and rein- vigorate the Ped Mall while maintaining the original intent of creating a public gathering place for all ages from all walks of life. To enrich the experience of the Ped Mall, a series of sec- ondary destinations are proposed and include Black Hawk Mini Park, a Sound Garden, and a Video Garden. The children's play zone is expanded with an interactive and educational EcoLAB. The entries become more welcom- ing and are reimagined with new wayfnding kiosks, light- ing, and the introduction of additional sunlight and views through selective tree pruning. The Weather Dance Foun- tain and performance space is strengthened with a per- manent stage canopy and improved seating opportuni- ties. The secondary destinations are meant to be uniquely different from each other and envisioned to engage mul- tiple user groups. Secondary destinations are described in the following sections. P 1 106 1NI PARK 'ET ENTRY r Throughout the master plan process, stakeholder and public feedback consistently indicated a strong interest in improved Ped Mall lighting. Additionally, many of the exist- ing globe lights are reaching the end of their life cycle. For the functional lighting of the Ped Mall, a conversion of the existing system to LED is recommended. A multi - layered lighting framework is also proposed and includes up light- ing of trees, architectural lighting of proposed shade can- opies, and accent lighting of public artwork. The lighting framework and other component - related recommenda- tions are addressed within the Ped Mall framework section. Black Hawk Mini Park is currently a construction staging area for Park @201 and once construction is complete, the park can once again become a 'park for all people'. The planning concept calls for a feature public art piece to anchor the park and to create a focal point to the north entry of the Ped Mall. A series of diverse spaces are cre- ated within the park to enhance the public realm and to appeal to a wide range of users. More detailed narrative, conceptual plans, and renderings for Black Mini Park fol- low the Pedestrian Mall Goals + Objectives. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT C PLAN KEY O EXISTINGTREES ® PROPOSED TREES Z BUILDING FACE CLINTON ENTRY CAFE / VIDEO GARDEN P1112) (PI113 WEATHER DANCE FOUNTAIN / PERFORMANCE -1 P 1114 PEDESTRIAN MALL GOALS + OBJECTIVES Enhance the Public Realm. • Celebrate the history and culture of Iowa City. • Create a memorable public space at Black Hawk Mini Park. • Improve the children's play area and the 'Weather Dance' fountain stage space. • Create a focal point and Ped Mall gateway at Dubuque and Washington. Build on Existing Strengths. • Reinforce the public artwork program. • Enhance the tree planting program. • Enhance the opportunities for families including the play area at the Library. Address the Aging Infrastructure. • Evaluate the adequacy and condition of existing utilities. • Make recommendations on utility improvements. • Improve the special event infrastructure. PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I INTRODUCTION P1108 NORTH ENTRY J BLACKHAWK MINI PARK 0 P1116 CAFE /SOUND GARDEN 1 PLAYGROUND ZONE p LINN STREET ENTRY P�116 P1117 Enhance Our Environmental Stewardship and Become a 'Green' Downtown. • Explore and incorporate green infrastructure strategies. • Promote the use of sustainable and low maintenance materials. • Improve recycling opportunities Develop a Multi- Layered, Flexible Lighting Framework. • Create a lighting framework that informs use and enhances wayf nding. • Create opportunities foryear -round and seasonal lighting. Enhance the Wayfinding Network. • Create a gateway into the Ped Mall at Washington and Dubuque. 107 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I NORTH ENTRY AND BLACK HAWK MINI PARK 9 /_\.RXM A THRESHOLD K SEAT WALL B WAYFINDING KIOSK L SHELTERED BIKE PARKING C PROPOSED TREE M EXISTING WALKWAY D EXISTING TREE N PROPOSED RE- LOCATION SOLAR BALANCE E PROPOSED PAVING BAND O PROPOSED PUBLIC ART F PROPOSED BENCH (TYPICAL.) P RECYCLING STATION G PEDESTRIAN SCALE LIGHT (TYPICAL.) Q MOVEABLE TABLES AND CHAIRS H EXISTING PAVING R PROPOSED RE- LOCATION BALANCE IN PLACE I RECYCLING STATION S PLANTING AREA J GRAPEVINE LIGHTING+ PERMEABLE PAVING T PLAY AREA U STORYWALL WITH UPLIGHTING V NEW UNIT PAVERS (TYPICAL.) P 1 108 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I NORTH ENTRY AND BLACK HAWK MINI PARK NORTH ENTRY AND BLACK HAWK MINI PARK The planning concept for Black Hawk Mini Park creates a series of diverse experiences that will appeal to multiple user groups. To mark the point of arrival and the transition from streetscape to Ped Mall, a threshold is proposed at the north end of the Ped Mall along Washington Street. The threshold functions as a 'safety buffer,' subtly separat- ing pedestrians from the adjacent traffic. It could be a low wall, a planting area, or public art. It is imagined to be low, not exceeding 36" in height, and to afford views across the entry and viewing south within the Ped Mall. Moving into Black Hawk Mini Park, a signature public art piece is proposed to anchor the north end. The feature piece may be interactive public artwork, a memorable water feature, or a structure such as an arch or obelisk. It is imagined to be significant enough to be visible as vis- itors and guests arrive to the downtown along Dubuque. The proposed threshold and the public art piece will work together to create a memorable and identifiable place and experience unique to Iowa City. To accomplish this, the planning team recommends the involvement of a public artist during the next design phase. The artist will be an integral part of the team, fully collaborating with team members and stakeholders. Black Hawk Mini Park's history as a 'park for all and a cel- ebration of free speech' is shared through a large 'story wall' at the southeasterly corner. The 'story walls' will rec- ognize the people and events that have shaped Black Hawk Mini Park and Iowa City. Up lighting of the story walls lends drama and interest to the space at night. A range of seating types are offered: benches, seat walls, movable tables and chairs, and limestone planterwalls at seat height. The movable tables and chairs will be placed Within intimate seating areas offering options to individu- als or small groups. Per William H. Whyte, movable tables and chairs "give people a sense of empowerment, allow- ing them to sit wherever and in whatever orientation they desire." The success associated with movable tables and chairs has been observed in many notable public spaces such as Bryant Park and the new Grand Park in Los Ange- les. Relatively affordable, the tables and chairs are offered in a range of easily identifiable, bold colors. Considering this is a new seating type for Iowa City, a trial period with four or five sets is recommended. This would allow an un- derstanding of the labor involved with the placement and securing of the pieces. A trial period also offers the City a chance to measure public response and use prior to a more significant investment. Canopy trees and colorful ground plane plantings define the seating areas. A small children's' play space is pro- posed at the south end and offers sculptural mounds for rolling and climbing and interactive artwork such as sound columns, dance chimes, and rain makers. li - S _ � 1 .4l<srG3:.. The "Spirit of Black Hawk" "A little park with big history" Black Hawk Mini Park took its name from the Sauk leader Black Hawk, whose image, in the form of a large aural, gave political and social meaning to the site. "The square became the site of demonstrations related to not only urban planning, but also to the Vietnam war and the American Indian movement." [ From "Paint the Town," little village, Nov. 2010 ] [ "Spirit of Black Hawk ", Iowa City Public Library ] 109 FEBRUARY 2014 ha III 1: 4I1111INII\IIIII1"02LUC4I714211 %12I Ill 11117/e \5'1 1I121 Ill *11 A significant public art piece anchors the north entry and Black Hawk Mini Park. NEW PUBLIC ART PIECE A feature public art piece stands in the center of the north edge of black hawk mini park. The public art piece will be designed to support sec- ondary performances to recall the history of black hawk mini park as the 'free speech' park. The piece may be interactive public artwork, a memorable water feature, a structure such as an arch or an obelisk, or other to be determined during subsequent design phases. P 1 110 INTERACTIVE WATER FEATURE STRUCTURE a Images offer general representations of what the piece could be, they are not indicative of a site specific i nsta Ilation. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I NORTH ENTRY AND BLACK HAWK MINI PARK Intimate seating areas have been created to offerseating options to individuals and groups. A small children's play area offers sculptural mounds for climbing and interactive art pieces. Unique play opportunities To offer a dynamic destination for children at the north section of the Ped Mall, sculp- tural mounds or sirrilar are proposed at the new children's play area. Seating choices A place to sit is an invitation to stay and movable fables and chairs have proven to be a great option. They give people the chance to sit where they like, in whatever groups they choose, and to face one an- other or not. Interactive artwork Child - themed interactive art pieces can inspire, educate and allow individual ex- pression. They can enlighten and entertain in a setting accessible to all. 111 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I CLINTON STREET ENTRY Existing conditions An enhanced sense of arrival will improve the Clinton Street entry. PI112 "Ja&' sculpture Accent lighting at existing artwork will cre- ate a series of focal points to enhance the experience through the Ped Mall. CLINTON STREET ENTRY The Clinton Street Entry becomes more welcoming and is reimagined with a new wayfnding kiosk, recon- figured seating, and a 'story wall'. The internally illuminated kiosk acts as a beacon of light, welcoming and providing a sense of arrival to a spe- cial place. PLAN KEY A Wayfnding kiosk B Uplighting of trees at entry room C Seating D Story wall E Existing public artwork F Recycling station Wayfinding Kiosk A new wayfinding kiosk is proposed to wel- come guests and provide user orientation. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I CAFE / VIDEO GARDEN CAFE / VIDEO GARDEN The proposed Cafe / Video garden includes a community table available to all Ped Mall users. A new structure shades the dining table and is illumi- nated for night time use. A state -of- the art video wall adds new public art opportunities to the Ped Mall. PLAN KEY A Story wall B Proposed shade structure C Community dining table D Newpavement E Recycling station F Mobile vendor cart Existing conditions The existing fixed seating limits choice and feels undersized for the Ped Mall. Community table A community fable is offered for patrons of limited service restaurants or just sifting out- doors working, or people watching, or for viewing the video art. An overhead struc- ture is proposed to shade and define the community dining fable. Story wall with LED video To recognize and celebrate technological advances and to engage a new genera- tion of users, sound and media are intro- duced as new types of public artwork A state -of -the -art LED video wall anchors the Video Garden and can be used for both video arts and movies. Its location adjacent to FilrrScene reinforces the exafemenf and energy of film and video as art forms for the Ped Mall. 113 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I WEATHER DANCE FOUNTAIN AREA 0 U Friday night concert 0 0° WEATHER DANCE FOUNTAIN AREA The Weather Dance Fountain and • Performance Space provides an in- teractive and unique experience for Ped Mall users. Weather Dance Fountain Artwork of paving The events held of Weather Dance Fountain Improving the slip resistance quality of the The existing artwork in the paving and walls performance space are immensely popular granite paving is recommended and to be inspires the proposed planning concept and appeal to multiple user groups. explored during subsequent design phases. and should be maintained as part of future enhancement plans. PI114 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PLAN KEY A Reorganized planters B Amphitheater seating C Story wall Y D Seat wall E Expansion of enhanced paving F G Permanent stage Wayfnding kiosk J lJ Weather Dance Fountain Artwork of paving The events held of Weather Dance Fountain Improving the slip resistance quality of the The existing artwork in the paving and walls performance space are immensely popular granite paving is recommended and to be inspires the proposed planning concept and appeal to multiple user groups. explored during subsequent design phases. and should be maintained as part of future enhancement plans. PI114 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I WEATHER DANCE FOUNTAIN AREA The reconfiguration and /or elimination of select planters opens up the space and expands the opportunities for informal seating during perfor- mances and other events with higher pedestrian volumes. Character image, proposed stage The stage is repositioned to align with the fountain and to become a focal point and terrrinus to the north south view corridor. Envisioned as a light, modem structure with a solid canopy, it provides shelter from rain and offers shade during the summer months. Its exact size, shape, and location will be refined during subsequent design phases Fountain lighting Enhanced fountain lighting is proposed to add a new dimension to the highly popular Weather Dance Fountain. The new layer of light adds color and energy and appealing views within the Ped Mall. 'Story wall' detailing example 'Story walk' can be detailed to celebrate the people and events that have shaped Iowa City. The walls help define the sec- ondary destinations and are strategically placed to create an inspirational and expe- riential journey through the Ped Mall. 115 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I CHILDRENS PLAY ZONE O O O O Renewable energy Child scaled interactive components teach children about wind and solar energy. PI116 Recycling Ongoing exhibits celebrate the re -purposing of materials. CHILDRENS PLAY ZONE The traditional fixed play structure at the Iowa City Public Library is main- tained in place and improved with new resilient rubber surfacing. A new opportunity for play is offered: an in- teractive EcoLAB is organized around themes of renewable energy, the cycle of water, recycling, and urban gardening and local food. Along the south side of the fixed play structure and EcoLAB, a focused 'gallery' of BenchMark benches are proposed. PLAN KEY A New resilient rubber surfacing B Existing play equipment to remain C Eco LAB D BenchMark Benches r 1 P Resilient rubber surface New resilient rubbersurfacing, sub -base and edge restraint are proposed at the existing play structure. The existing play surface is in need of an upgrade; the new surface will improve playground safety and extend the life of the play area. The surface can be interactive and include hopscotch and other games. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I LINN STREET ENTRY LINN STREET ENTRY The proposed wayfnding kiosk, 'story wall,' and new lighting will contribute to an enhanced sense of arrival at the Linn Street Entry. Low walls offer seating along the Linn Street Entry and are introduced to address drain- age concerns at the Bread Garden. PLAN KEY A Seat walls to improve drainage B New unit pavers C New lighting D Shrub and groundcover plantings E Existing tree F Recycling station G Wayfnding kiosk H Story wall Bike shelterwith photovoltaics Existing conditions Vehicular tracking can be seen at the pav- ing at Linn Street entry, likely due to Insuff- dent sub -base. Limestone seat walk Limestone seat walk, matching the charac- ter of existing limestone walk throughout the Ped Mall, are proposed south of the library to provide additional seating and improve drainage in the area. 117 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I DESTINATION SPACES I CAFE / SOUND GARDEN Fixed benches with speakers CAFE /SOUND GARDEN At the Sound Garden, benches are equipped with speakers and share spoken word, the works of local au- thors, and all forms of music and sound art. The Sound Garden is de- fined by threshold walls along the west edge and by public artwork on the north and south sides. Up lighting of existing trees adds drama and en- ergy at night. PLAN KEY A Recycling station B New unit pavers C Vendorcart D Seating E Relocated public art F Seat walls G New unit paving H Threshold walls "Treasure Island" A new type of public artwork is proposed: The existing'Treasure Island" artwork is relo- Fixed benches equipped with speakers relay cated to become a feature within the cafe all forms of sound art / sound garden. PI118 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I CIRCULATION CIRCULATION An 'emergency service use only' lane is centrally located along both the north -south and the east -west sections of the Ped Mall. The lane is also used by City maintenance vehicles and by the mobile vendorcart operators for load- ing and unloading. In its current configuration, it is 14' wide at its most narrow dimension near the north end of the Ped Mall. The lane will be included in future designs for the Ped Mall but may take on a slightly different alignment to accommodate future improvements. The proposed align- ment will accommodate the emergency vehicle turning radii requirements. Primary pedestrian circulation occurs along the existing, centrally located emergency service use lane and along the storefronts. There are a multitude of secondary path- ways within the Ped Mall bounds which encourage a sense of individual choice and spontaneity. The unobstructed clear zone for emergency service use must be included in all proposed Ped Mall im- provement plans. Offer options to relieve pedestrian congestion during events at the Weather Dance Fountain performance space. 119 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I ELECTRICAL ENHANCEMENTS PLAN KEY•., S O FXISTINGTREES ® PROPOSED TREES - - -' 7.'a BUILDING FACE O_ J. C ENHANCED ELECTRICALCAPICTY I rl ELECTRICAL ENHANCEMENTS One of the key project goals has been to improve the electrical capacity across the Ped Mall and forthe mobile vendors. New capacity will be offered by electrical dis- tribution bollards, standard receptacles, or other means. Further exploration of the existing underground utilities is recommended during subsequent design phases to de- termine the feasibility of adding more capacity at existing locations and to identify locations for new underground conduit. P 1 120 I% �¢ti 177- p o o .o Existing electrical outlet in planting area Example of enhanced electrical capacity look lards as manufactured by Hess. The bollards are approximately 48" in height and are customiz- able, offering up to 8 circuits per box. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I KIOSK LOCATIONS PLAN KEY E%ISTINGTREES • PROPOSEl L BUILDING FACE E= KIOSK LOCATION 0 , r KIOSK LOCATIONS d -" I� Wayf nding kiosks are proposed at four locations: at each of the three entries and at the southeast comer of the Weather Dance Fountain performance space. Proposed kiosks are lighter and smaller in scale. The metal screen de- sign conceptweaves "Iowa City" into kiosks and gateway elements, reminding the user where they are and what opportunities exist around them. (1� Wayfinding Kiosk At night, the wayfinding kiosk would be illu- minated and serve as a glowing beacon to people in search of information. 121 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I VENDOR LOCATIONS PLAN KEY O EXISTINGTREES ® PROPOSED TREES BUILDING FACE MOBILE VENDOR CARTS (6 EXISTING) a 8 =: r VENDOR LOCATIONS � ...� a Mobile vending carts are a significant feature of the Ped Mall and receive great use during the late evening hours. By Code, there are a total of six mobile vending permits is- sued for the Ped Mall. Their locations are assigned. To bet- ter understand the needs and concerns of the vendors, the planning team met with the vendors in August. Their list of requests and concerns follows. • Vendors stressed the importance of maintaining the assigned locations, 'staying in the same location is very important to us'. • Vendors would be interested in a day spot, or second assigned location, closer to the north end of Ped Mall. • 'Having a structure or wall behind us for security pur- poses is very important'. • The electrical capacity is inadequate and the outlets are mounted too low. • The existing Ped Mall lighting is inadequate. P 1 122 PROPOSED VENDOR LOCATION. TYPICAL �o T I I I • Vendors would like to be included on downtown busi- ness mapping. • Vendorswould likeanassigned location during festivals. Minimal adjustments to the assigned locationswere made. Locations were shifted to afford a 'back' to the location and to relieve pedestrian congestion during periods of high pedestrian volumes. Existing vendor cart IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PERFORMANCE AREA J PLAN KEY Q E%ISTINGTREES • PROPOSEDTREES "IL— BUILDING FACE VIII �� d o¢ e a n 0 WEATHERDANCEFOUNTAiN AREA PERFORMANCE SPECTATOR SPACE -5,500 Sq FT PERFORMANCE AREA The permanent stage is re- imagined as a focal point and terminus to the north -south view corridor at the Weather Dance Fountain. Envisioned as a light, modem, solid canopy structure, it provides shelter from rain and offers shade during the summer months. The proposed stage is repositioned to align with the fountain. Its exact size, shape, and location will be refined during subsequent design phases. Design considerations should include first floor windows from the Sheraton Hotel, pedestrian circulation during events, emergency service vehicle access and turning radii. cog O Q oc 3 O I I I Character imagery for proposed permanent stage at Weather Dance Fountain 123 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I SUSTAINABILITY PLAN KEY O EXISTING TREES ® PROPOSED TREES BUILDING FACE EXISTING LIGHT LOCATION (CONVERSION TO LED) a4b RECYCLING LOCATION rJ • 1 ] ♦ L 3 T B Z ~1� n iA�1 SHELTERED BICYCLE PARKING SUSTAINABILITY SOLAR ARRAY The team identified opportunities for varied sustainable strategies across the Ped Mall. All will require furtherexplo- ration in subsequent design phases. • Install 6 recycling stations at select locations across the Ped Mall. Public input consistently indicated a de- sire for additional recycling containers. They demon- strate Iowa City's concern for the environment and the importance of reprocessing and reuse. • Convert the existing lighting system to LED. There are many proven advantages and benefits to LED light- ing systems: Long life, energy efficiency, ecologically friendly, durable, limited UV emissions, and are consid- ered ideal for operation in Iowa's extreme cold or hot temperatures. • An interactive EcoLAB is proposed at the children's play zone with themes of recycling, the cycle of wa- ter, urban gardening and local food, and renewable energy. The EcoLAB will inspire, entertain, and demon- strate the City's commitment to sustainability. It will of- fer unique opportunities to teach children and youth about the importance of community and stewardship. P 1 124 SHELTERED BICYCLE PARKING 44 LED LIGHTING, TYPICAL ECO LAB ZONE INCLUDES SOLAR ENERGY MATERIAL REUSE LOCALFOOD RAINWATER HARVESTING RECYCLING STATION *~a r11I c T e Fl ® �. __ • ♦ ,fir -, c SHELTERED BICYCLE PARKING • Sheltered bicycle accommodations are proposed at each of the Ped Mall entries to promote bicycle use and walkability downtown. The shelters will help keep bicycles dry and protected during inclement weath- er. The shelters can be equipped with photovoltaic for safe illumination during the night time hours. Big Belly Solar Compactor IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT a • • • 3 • rJ • 1 ] ♦ L 3 SHELTERED BICYCLE PARKING SUSTAINABILITY SOLAR ARRAY The team identified opportunities for varied sustainable strategies across the Ped Mall. All will require furtherexplo- ration in subsequent design phases. • Install 6 recycling stations at select locations across the Ped Mall. Public input consistently indicated a de- sire for additional recycling containers. They demon- strate Iowa City's concern for the environment and the importance of reprocessing and reuse. • Convert the existing lighting system to LED. There are many proven advantages and benefits to LED light- ing systems: Long life, energy efficiency, ecologically friendly, durable, limited UV emissions, and are consid- ered ideal for operation in Iowa's extreme cold or hot temperatures. • An interactive EcoLAB is proposed at the children's play zone with themes of recycling, the cycle of wa- ter, urban gardening and local food, and renewable energy. The EcoLAB will inspire, entertain, and demon- strate the City's commitment to sustainability. It will of- fer unique opportunities to teach children and youth about the importance of community and stewardship. P 1 124 SHELTERED BICYCLE PARKING 44 LED LIGHTING, TYPICAL ECO LAB ZONE INCLUDES SOLAR ENERGY MATERIAL REUSE LOCALFOOD RAINWATER HARVESTING RECYCLING STATION *~a r11I c T e Fl ® �. __ • ♦ ,fir -, c SHELTERED BICYCLE PARKING • Sheltered bicycle accommodations are proposed at each of the Ped Mall entries to promote bicycle use and walkability downtown. The shelters will help keep bicycles dry and protected during inclement weath- er. The shelters can be equipped with photovoltaic for safe illumination during the night time hours. Big Belly Solar Compactor IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PLAN KEY Q E%ISTINGTREES • PROPOSEDTREES BUILDING FACE PAVING FPAVING PAVING PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PAVING NOW r- f r PA — The existing pedestrian mall is paved using clay brick with the majority of the bricks laid in a herringbone pattern. Public feedback consistently advocated for improved surfacing at the Ped Mall. The planning team repeatedly heard comments such as 'the sidewalks and brick pav- ers need the most attention' and 'the brick paving is slick, dangerous, and uneven.' Full replacement of the existing clay brick paving was de- termined to be cost prohibitive. Where paving is failing and needs to be replaced, precast concrete pavers of a similar module, 4" x 8 ", are proposed. The similar mod- ule will help integrate the old and the new. The proposed finish, possibly an exposed aggregate and granite chip finish, would offer greater slip resistance during inclement weather. Herringbone Proposed pattern at main paving circulation paths patterns at with bands of secondary varying widths destinations O ao ea • Replace paving at areas where the paving is uneven, heaving, deteriorating • Replace paving at secondary destinations. At the sec- ondary destinations, introduce paving details that re- call and complement the patterns and details found on historical buildings • As feasible, per existing conditions, maintain clay brick, herringbone pattern at main circulation path- ways and along emergency service lane. Offer relief to the field of pavers with bands of unit pavers of vary- ing widths and lengths. Proposed paving patterns at secondary destinations Proposed unit paver color range 125 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I SEATING PLAN KEY (D EXISTINGTREES ® PROPOSEDTREES BUILDING FACE • BENCH (.1 o PROPOSED LIMESTONE SEAT WALL AMPITHEATRE SEATING •78 BENCHES 1103 EXISTING BENCHES) '46 MOVEABLE CHAIRS COMMUNITY TABLE • • ••�_ _ �LII' i fl •• 06 00 0 1 •LOSSOF3BENCHES SEATING There was minimal public or stakeholder comment regard- ing the actual seating types currently available. With ap- proximately one hundred benches located throughout the Pedestrian Mall, seating appears to be widely avail- able. The existing benches are wooden slat with metal frame and individualized through the BenchMarks pro- gram (described in the upcoming 'public art' section). Seat -high limestone planter walls also offer seating and are available throughout the Pedestrian Mall. The plan calls for a comparable quantity of seating but accomplished with a wider range of seating types, includ- ing some new fixed benches and some movable tables and chairs that can accommodate different seating pat- terns. The intent is that users can make and define their own seating areas, find a solitary spot or form conversation groups. The plan also reconfigures seating arrangements within each secondary destination. Further review of the existing benches and their mounting condition during subsequent design phases is required to determine the exact quantity of replacement benches P1126 MOVEABLE TABLES AND CHAIRS • LOSS OF 16 BENCHES AT NORTH ENI REPLACEMENT SEATING IN BHMP 126) MOVEABLE TABLES AND CHAIRS FIXED SEATING • LOSS OF 6 BENCHES OP0 01) 9 • • 0 I I I 4 • Existing and proposed seat -high limestone planter walls • Replace failing benches with new fixed benches with center arm, reconfigured at secondary destinations • Create a Bench Marks 'gallery' along the south side of the Pedestrian Mall, east section • Introduce movable tables and chairs • Offer stepped, amphitheater -like seating at Weather Dance Fountain performance space • Include a community dining table at the Video Gar- den • Offer benches equipped with speakers at the Sound Garden as a new type of public artwork IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I SEATING Option 1: The design of the Plainwell Bench by Landscape Forms is timeless and durable. It is available in FSC - certified woods or metal to complement the bench used along the downtown streetscapes. A center arm is recommended for benches 72" in length. Option 2: For a more simple and modern aesthetic, the Forms + Surfaces Knight Bench is offered as a seating option for the Ped Mall. The bench is made of FSC 100% Ipe or reclaimed teak with high recycled content. To better focus and feature the ICDD Community Gallery program, a Benchmark 'Gallery' is proposed along the east section of Pedestrian Mall adjacent to the Children's play zone. The Cafe / Video Garden includes a community dining table. Here, limited service restaurant patrons will have the chance to eat and mix with all kinds of different people. Movable tables and chairs are proposed at Black Hawk Mini Park. They offer choice, flexibility, and give people the chance to sit wherever they want. Brightly painted in a bold color (final color to be determined), they Will be instantly recognizable. 127 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I TREES PLAN KEY OEXI MG TREES BUILDING FACE PROPOSED TREE p L I QL i�__ 4L O IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE I PEDESTRIAN MALL CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT I PROPOSED TREES OEiM$ W =N EAnUx n I %Wb M I COLgPYAnO DMFO."JI uu5 CDx5ULEPxR I eft Ex -RE x I -"CUSS DEEIOx I uwpwNF• IWUW WE TREES The mature tree canopy is a significant asset for the Ped Mall and the preservation of existing trees, to the extent possible, is a project goal. The trees yield a number of ben- efits: they moderate the scale of the space, enhance pe- destrian comfort and usability, provide a 'ceiling' or sense of enclosure to the Ped Mall, and produce shade. However, in urban conditions and in raised planters such as those seen across the Ped Mall, trees have a limited life span and some of the trees are showing signs of decline. A few of the trees have structural defects such as cracks or overextended canopies. Regarding their placement, a few of the trees obstruct primary circulation routes as well as significant views. In addition, the combination of the closely spaced trees and the dense, mature tree canopies impacts the illumination levels and the Ped Mall can feel dark even during the daytime hours. P 1 128 • The planning team recommends the City hire a certi- fied arborist to review, inventory, and analyze the ex- isting trees and to identify high value trees • Consider structural pruning orthinning of the crown on trees identified as high value by the arborist. Thinning of select species will also open up views and afford filtered sunlight into the Ped Mall • Define an ongoing pruning and thinning maintenance program for the trees • Consider up-lighting at select trees • During subsequent design phases, identify a phased tree planting program IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT Ginkgo biloba ' Princeton Sentry' Amelanchier laems 'Cumulus' PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I TREES Honey Locust Acer rubrum'Karpick' Other tree options: Quercusrubra 'Regal Prince' Quercus rubra 'Crimson Spire' Plantanus occidentalis Populus tremuloldes Acer rubmm'Bowhall' 129 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PLANTING AREAS PLAN KEY o O E%ISTINGTREES • PROPOSEOTREES -r�+¢ BUILDING FACE PLANTING AREAS PLANTING AREAS Stakeholderand public input indicated a strong interest in adding seasonal planting displays at select locations. The dynamic colorand lush seasonal planting designs will soft- en the hardscape and unify the Ped Mall planting areas. Other shrub and groundcover planting opportunities are listed to the right. P 1 130 • Add seasonal planting displays for color and variety at select locations including the entries and at Black Hawk Mini Park • Introduce a durable, evergreen shrub planting as a background or foundation plant supported by other low maintenance shrub and groundcover plantings in the foreground. • As feasible, install an irrigation system using 'SMART' ir- rigation technology including rain sensors. • Consider stormwater harvesting and re -use for irriga- tion at the new Black Hawk Mini Park planting areas. • Include urban garden /local food opportunities at the EcoLAB • Install decorative planterfencing at improved tree pits to deter pedestrians from walking through planting ar- eas. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT W PLANTING AREAS Stakeholderand public input indicated a strong interest in adding seasonal planting displays at select locations. The dynamic colorand lush seasonal planting designs will soft- en the hardscape and unify the Ped Mall planting areas. Other shrub and groundcover planting opportunities are listed to the right. P 1 130 • Add seasonal planting displays for color and variety at select locations including the entries and at Black Hawk Mini Park • Introduce a durable, evergreen shrub planting as a background or foundation plant supported by other low maintenance shrub and groundcover plantings in the foreground. • As feasible, install an irrigation system using 'SMART' ir- rigation technology including rain sensors. • Consider stormwater harvesting and re -use for irriga- tion at the new Black Hawk Mini Park planting areas. • Include urban garden /local food opportunities at the EcoLAB • Install decorative planterfencing at improved tree pits to deter pedestrians from walking through planting ar- eas. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PLANTING AREAS Seasonal color displays at select planters with decorative metal fencing Taxus x media 'Everglow' Decorative fencing proposed at enlarged free pit Buxus microphylla'Green Gem' Pachysandra ferranafs Other shrub & groundcover options: Rhus aromatic'Gro Low' Ilex verticillato'Nano' Ajuga reptans'Catlin' 131 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PLAY PLAY The provision of space for play attracts families and adds to the vibrancy of the Ped Mall. The existing traditional play structure at ICPL is tremendously popular. The Weath- er Dance fountain is also a highlight for children and fami- lies inviting them to play and interact with the water. Throughout the public input process, the planning team recognized the importance of maintaining the existing play structure while at the same time, offering additional opportunities for play throughout the Ped Mall. The existing play structure area is improved with new resilient rubber surfacing with a new sub -base and edge restraint. (The current play surface was installed approximately 15 years ago and is showing signs of wear.) The current plan offers two new opportunities for play. A small play space is proposed at the south end of Black Hawk Mini Park. It may include sculptural mounds for rolling and climbing and interactive child - Chemed public artwork such as sound columns, dance chimes, and rain makers. P 1 132 Just east of the existing play structure, the EcoLAB is imag- ined as an interactive, educational experience. It could be organized around varied themes: urban gardens and local food, renewable energy, the cycle of water, and the re- purposing and re -use of materials. Themes will be devel- oped and refined during subsequent design phases. • Improve the play experience at the existing structure with new resilient rubber surfacing • The proposed EcoLAB offers an interactive, educa- tional component to the children's' play zone at ICPL • A small play space is proposed at the Black Hawk Mini Park • Improve the slip resistance quality of the existing gran- ite pavers at Weather Dance Fountain. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PLAN KEY O EXISTINGTREES ® PROPOSEDTREES a _ '%— BUILDING FACE 13 P LAY LOCATIONS - o 1 BLACK HAWK MINI PLAY AREA I <I 0 — o WEATHERDANCE FOUNTAIN EXISTING PLAYGROUND (NEW PLAY SURFACEI ECO LAB ZONE 0 0�� o' ao' ep10 ' PLAY The provision of space for play attracts families and adds to the vibrancy of the Ped Mall. The existing traditional play structure at ICPL is tremendously popular. The Weath- er Dance fountain is also a highlight for children and fami- lies inviting them to play and interact with the water. Throughout the public input process, the planning team recognized the importance of maintaining the existing play structure while at the same time, offering additional opportunities for play throughout the Ped Mall. The existing play structure area is improved with new resilient rubber surfacing with a new sub -base and edge restraint. (The current play surface was installed approximately 15 years ago and is showing signs of wear.) The current plan offers two new opportunities for play. A small play space is proposed at the south end of Black Hawk Mini Park. It may include sculptural mounds for rolling and climbing and interactive child - Chemed public artwork such as sound columns, dance chimes, and rain makers. P 1 132 Just east of the existing play structure, the EcoLAB is imag- ined as an interactive, educational experience. It could be organized around varied themes: urban gardens and local food, renewable energy, the cycle of water, and the re- purposing and re -use of materials. Themes will be devel- oped and refined during subsequent design phases. • Improve the play experience at the existing structure with new resilient rubber surfacing • The proposed EcoLAB offers an interactive, educa- tional component to the children's' play zone at ICPL • A small play space is proposed at the Black Hawk Mini Park • Improve the slip resistance quality of the existing gran- ite pavers at Weather Dance Fountain. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT Urban gardening and local food Eco art PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PLAY Existing playground Solar pavers W indcu ores New Resilient rubber surfacing at existing play structure 133 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I PUBLIC ART PLAN KEY O E%ISTINGTREES ® PROPOSEDTREES '%— BUILDING FACE a PUBLIC ART LOCATION JAll ITICKLE MY KEYS PUBLIC ART NEW PUBLIC ART PIECE SOLAR MARKER (PROPOSED NEW LOCATION) BALANCE IN PLACE (PROPOSED NEW LOCATION) l 4r _ DOROTHY (PROPOSED NEW LOCATION The public art installations across the Ped Mall make the destination more memorable and unique. A broad range of installations can be seen including traditional bronze sculptures, ephemeral works featuring the works of local artists, and interactive public pianos. There are three on- going Community Gallery projects at the Ped Mall: Bench - Marks, public pianos and Tree Huggers. The majority of the existing public artwork is maintained in place. Relocation is proposed for four pieces so they become more of a fea- ture to secondary destinations. Opportunities for new pub- lic art follow. • The pedestrian mall planning concept proposes a significant public art piece to anchor the Black Hawk Mini Park and the north entry. The feature piece may be interactive public artwork, a memorable water feature, or a structure such as an arch or obelisk. It is imagined to be significant enough to be visible as Visitors and guests approach the north end of the Ped Mall from Dubuque. • 'Story Walls' organize the Ped Mall and become ar- tistic features within the new secondary destinations. The 'story walls' may celebrate the people and events P 1 134 TREASURE ISLAND BOOK (PROPOSED NEW LOCATION) �a WEATHERDANCE FOUNTAIN TIES THAT BIND I i rho- n _ - TICKLE MY KEYS I B O V I Jr 101 that have shaped Iowa City. Their materiality, scale, and location will be studied during subsequent design phases. • To recognize and celebrate technological advances and to engage a new generation of users, two new types of public artwork are proposed for the Ped Mall: sound and media. A state -of- the -art LED video wall anchors the Video Garden and can be used for both video arts and movies. At the Sound Garden, benches are equipped with speakers and share spoken word, the works of local authors, and all forms of music and sound art. • Consider collaboration with the original Weather Dance fountain artists to improve definition of the per- formance space through the use of enhanced paving and the original art walls. • Consider'eco -art' at the proposed EcoLAB. • To create focal points while strolling through the Ped Mall, install up- lighting at select artworks. • Create a Bench Marks 'gallery' along the south side of the Ped Mall, east section. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I SITE ORGANIZING ELEMENTS PLAN KEY O 0 E%ISTINGTREES • PROPOSEDTREES SITE ORGANIZING ELEMENTS Three categories of site organizing elements are intro- duced to the Ped Mall and include 'Story Walls', seat walls, and threshold walls. Their purpose is fourfold: to an- nounce and define secondary destinations, to reinforce and complement the existing materials vocabulary, to provide additional seating opportunities, and to share the history of Iowa City. Their materiality, scale and location will be studied and refined during subsequent design phases. • The 'Story Walls' celebrate the events and people that have shaped Iowa City. They celebrate the art- ists such as Greg Brown, Paul Engle, Grant Wood, and William Englerf. They celebrate the women such as Helen Lemme, Gretchen Harshbarger, and Emma Harvat. They celebrate the African Americans such as Elizabeth Tate, Fred Penny / Bethel A.M.E. Church. And, they celebrate the many innovators such as James Van Allen and Mofft and Blakesley. During sub- sequent design phases, the public and stakeholders Will contribute to this list. • Seatwalls are located nearthe Weather Dance Foun- tain performance space and at the Linn Street entry. At the Linn Street entry, the seat walls aid in the ad- fn Oi justment of finish grade to address drainage short- comings and storm water areas of concern. Seat walls equipped with speakers are proposed at the Sound Garden. The seat walls are approximately 18" - 24" in height. • Threshold walls announce and define secondary des- tinations. Threshold walls are approximately 36" in height. �L[G 'Story Wall' character Quotations from celebrated Iowa City wnt- ers, artists and rrusicians events could be en- graved on the stone story walls. 135 FEBRUARY 2014 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I LIGHTING ;o, o PLAN KEY O EXISTINGTREES • PROPOSEDTREES BUILDING FACE • EXISTING LIGHT LOCATION (CONVERSION TO LED) O LIGHTING FOR KIOSK (4) r_ LIGHTING FOR LIMESTONE WALLS NEW I` - r• • . • d • - • IT= I 0 LIGHTING Public feedback and stakeholder input consistently advo- cated for improved lighting and layers of accent lighting including seasonal lighting options. As determined during the site assessment phase, the current fixtures are reaching the end of their serviceable life and their illumination levels are impacted by the mature tree canopy. The proposed multi - layered lighting framework attempts to create a sustainable, more memorable, and evocative destination with a range of lighting options. To meet safety and functional light levels, new pedestrian scale poles and luminaries are proposed at the same location as the exist- ing lights. Adirect one - for -one replacement was assumed. The proposed lights will offer better light quality and are equipped with the latest LED technology to improve en- ergy efficiency. As an example, for the existing Fed Mall lighting system, total energy usage approximates 20,550 Watts (total decorative lighting usage approximates 17,010 Watts and the existing floodlights use approximate- ly 3,540 Watts). The conversion to LED would reduce the energy usage from 20,550 to 9,570 Watts (8,910 Watts for decorative P 1 136 HT BIKE STORAGE (SOLAR POWERED) ENHANCED ELECTRICAL CAPACITY GRAPEVINE SPHERE LIGHTS UPLIT TREES LIT STORYWALL TYPICAL It *i,•- -r en. -- • -• -. .V— 0146I►I • • O' lighting and 660 Watts for replacement floodlighting), for a possible total estimated energy reduction of 53.4 %. • Up lighting at select trees • Up -light story walls • Enhanced water feature lighting at Weather Dance Fountain, including rolling color option • Up lighting of significant pieces of public art to provide focal points • Accent lighting at proposed public art piece at Black Hawk Mini Park • Illumination of proposed structures including perma- nent stage, wayfnding kiosks, and sheltered bicycle accommodations IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT 1 PEDESTRIAN MALL PLANNING I PLANNING FRAMEWORK I LIGHTING The up- lighting of select trees will help define the secondary destinations, create atmosphere, and will add a sense of depth to the Ped Mall. Up- lights proposed at the story walls will draw attention to their level of detailing and will enhance the experience of strolling through the Ped Mall. Enhanced fountain lighting adds focus and energy to the popular Weather Dance Fountain during the night time hours. The illumination of the canopy and architectural details will make the pro- posed stage an ideal focal point from numerous vantage points through- out the Ped Mall. Architectural Area Light's 'Universe' medium, with 'Skirted Bell Hood' unifies the Ped Mall lighting with the larger downtown lighting framework. Grapevine sphere lighting improves the sense of safety at the alleys. 137 FEBRUARY 2014 [ PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ] PI138 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT 0 0 139 FEBRUARY 2014 Ill IPiz POLICY INTRODUCTION The following pages discuss sidewalk cafe and signage policy, the City's purple meter program, and mainte- nance- related issues and requirements. The intent is to review current Policy and identify where and how Policy could be adjusted to better align with planning goals. This ensures that all streetscape improvement efforts, whether large or small, contribute to the overall goal of creating a consistent, vibrant streetscape of the highest quality and contribute to the success of the business community. As part of the process, the planning team met with City Staff and ICDD members to discuss current sidewalk cafe and signage policy. Discussion topics included usable cafe space, walkway width requirements, cafe enclosure, sandwich boards, projecting signs, temporary signs, and process. In addition, the planning team reviewed side- walk cafe and signage policy from other cities. Findings and recommendations are summarized in the following pages. Recommendations need further detailed study by both the City and the business community. P 1 140 The high degree of storefront transparency at the Chait Galleries downtown creates a dynamic and exciting streetscape environment. Sidewalk cafes make a significant contribution to the quality of the streetscape. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT SIDEWALK CAFE POLICY INTRODUCTION Sidewalk cafes must comply with the Sidewalk Caf6 Policy adopted by Resolution #12 -414 and governed by Section 10-3 -3 of the City Code. The recommended Policy adjust- ments that follow attempt to better align City Policy with project goals. USABLE SIDEWALK CAFE AREA Unobstructed walkway requirements. The current policy reads, "In the CB -10 zone with the exception of City Plaza, a sidewalk caf6 area may not extend onto the sidewalk in a mannerthatwill not allow a minimum of eight feet (8') of unobstructed walkway on the side of the caf6 that is parallel to the building. The eight -foot (8') unobstructed walkway does not ap- ply to cafes located on the street." Recommendation An inviting, bustling street life is one of the most com- pelling features of a great downtown and the aim is to energize street activity on targeted streets. A review of Policy in other cities found six (6) feet or less of clear, un- obstructed walkway width was common in many heav- ily traveled commercial environments such as Elmhurst, Minneapolis, Seattle, Portland, Boulder, Chicago, and Spokane. In consideration of the pedestrian volumes seen across downtown Iowa City, the planning team recommends the following: Maintain the eight feet (8') unobstructed walkway requirement along streets with higher pedestrian volumes. Reduce the unobstructed walkway width requirement from eight (8) feet to six (6) feet along select streets with lower pedestrian volumes and in areas where the ROW is limited. 1011 [407 2. Extension of Cafe, Ped Mall. The policy reads, "At City Plaza, if a sidewalk caf6 ex- tends into zone 2, there must be a straight, unobstruct- ed walkway, which is at least 5' wide, through the caf6 in zone 1." Recommendation Considering the pedestrian volumes and required side- walk cafe enclosure, the 5' walkway feels restricting and too narrow. The narrowwalkway can deter people from window shopping and walking along the store- fronts and may actually funnel people down the center section of the Ped Mall. The required 5' clear dimension is narrow in comparison to other commercial areas. An increase to a minimum of 6' of unobstructed walkway through the caf6 in zone 1 is recommended. 141 FEBRUARY 2014 IZOINEI I TYPES OF SIDEWALK CAFES 3. Design of Overhead Canopies. The current policy reads, "A sidewalk cafe serving alco- hol shall be contiguous with a side of the building... for cafes in planters and the street, the contiguous require- ment may be satisfied by an overhead canopy at least five feet wide connecting the building to the cafe." Recommendation The design review process foroverhead canopies must ensure that canopies are compatible with the other streetscape components including light poles and fix- tures. The color, finish, and scale of the canopies should complement the larger streetscape vocabulary. P 1 142 1. Recommendation for a New Category. Add a new category of sidewalk cafe: Small unen- closed sidewalk cafe located directly on the public right -of -way for limited service restaurants. Recommendation Small unenclosed sidewalk cafe. An unenclosed sidewalk cafe containing no more than a single row of removable tables and chairs for limited service restaurants. The removable tables and chairs can occupy no more than 4' -6" of the public sidewalk and can only occupy the sidewalk during hours of op- eration. Serving of alcohol is prohibited. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT 2. Sidewalk Cafes utilizing an elevated planter on the public right -of -way. Recommendation Phase out the category 'Sidewalk cafe utilizing an ele- vated planter on the public right -of -way'. Quality cafe platform and enclosure installation is prob- lematic due to the shape and layout of the existing planters and the existing tree locations and quantities. Most of the existing cafes utilizing an elevated plant- er appear temporary and piecemeal. However, all of them are considered a positive and integral part of the streetscape and Ped Mall experience. Therefore the phrase 'phase out' does not mean elimination of cafes but rather accommodating them in a better way. When design changes are implemented or at a change of ownership, require sidewalk cafes to relo- cate at -grade along the streetscape and at Zones 1 and 2 of the Ped Mall. 14911114VA OTHER SIDEWALK CAFE RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Bollards. If the location of the sidewalk cafe requires the use of bollards, the City shall approve the design and location of the bollards. A city standard bollard design should be considered. 2. Placement of sidewalk cafes located directly on the public right -of -way outside of the Ped Mall. For those restaurants serving alcohol, the recommend- ed location, as feasible, is up against the building. This location is preferred over curb -side location or along the outeredge of the sidewalk. The intent is to minimize the number of overhead canopies throughout down- town. 3. Payment of Fees for Sidewalk Cafes Per current Policy, the total annual sidewalk cafe fees are due with the application submittal. Business own- ers requested a revisiting of the payment schedule. In response, installments for cafe payments are recom- mended with 50% due at time of application submit- tal and the remaining 50% due in July. An installment charge could apply to cover any administrative bur- dens. 143 FEBRUARY 2014 10i111L4i SIGNAGE POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS Prior to successful implementation, the following signage related policy issues require further collaboration between City Staff and the business community. Additionally, City Staff is considering changes in the Riverfront Crossings forrrrbased code and these changes may have some applicability in Downtown. TEMPORARY WINDOW SIGNS &STOREFRONTTRANSPARENCY Current Definitions from Section 14 -9C -1. Temporary Sign: A yard sale sign, temporary identification sign, real estate sign, or political sign constructed of temporary materials, such as cardboard, wallboard or plywood, with orwithout a structural frame, intended fora temporary period of dis- play, but excluding banners. Window Sign: A building sign permanent affixed to a window, embed- ded in a window or hanging adjacent to a window and obviously intended to be viewed by the public through the window. This definition does not include merchandise or product displays, posters, signs painted on windows and temporary signs. Recommendations A transparent storefront enhances curb appeal and wel- comes customers inside with attractive merchandising dis- plays. The storefront can easily become the most valuable space in the store. Storefront windows covered by tem- porary graphics can negatively impact the streetscape environment and most cities require that storefronts must maintain a certain level of transparency. The planning team suggests a consideration of maximum temporary sign area or an allowable % of coverage, limitations on number of signs, a defined length of display time, and lim- itations on number of signs and location(s). P 1 144 PROJECTING SIGNS Current policy: Maximum sign area allowed for projecting signage is 6 SF per side with a maximum height of 12'. Re- garding illumination, the policy reads, 'the sign may not be illuminated'. Recommendations The planning team suggests an increase in maximum sign area allowed for projecting signs. Some regulated illumi- nation should be allowed. Projecting signs should be designed to be in proportion and scale with the building. For larger buildings, an in- crease in maximum sign area should be considered. SANDWICH SIGNS Current Policy: Portable Sign: A sign not firmly and per- manently anchored or secured to either a building or the ground and not expressly permitted in chapter 5, article B, 'Sign Regulations' of this title. Recommendations Sandwich signs are used effectively in other communities. Typical sandwich sign Policy regulates size, placement and design style. In Iowa City, the placement of any sand- wich sign must afford 6' -8' of clear, unobstructed walkway along the building zone or curb zone. Sandwich signs shall be internally weighted. Use of sand bags or other similar items to hold the signs in place shall not be allowed. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PURPLE METERS Ten purple meters, or'donation stations,' offer people an alternative way to giving directly to panhandlers. The me- ters were installed by the City and the money goes to pro- grams and nonprofit organizations that provide services such as shelter, meals, and job training forpeople in need. The City should investigate whether this program is meet- ing the original objectives or if there are better ways to of- fer support. Ongoing maintenance requirements include repairing jams, re- painting, and emptying the meters on a regular basis. The meters are also subject to vandalism. Consider reaching out to the police department and the homeless service agencies for input. LOADING ZONES The effectiveness and percentage of occupancy of the existing loading zones throughout downtown should be in- vestigated. The intent is to determine whether or not there is an opportunity to regulate deliveries or place time re- strictions on deliveries in a manner that will allow greater use of lading zones in the future. ICDD input on types of deliveries and typical delivery schedules is suggested. MAINTENANCE Successful implementation of this Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan is directly tied to the level of maintenance provided by the City of Iowa City and ICDD. A highly maintained public realm is a key in- gredient in many memorable spaces within vibrant and livable cities. A clean and visually pleasant place demon- strates pride of place and enhances public perception of the downtown as a whole. The perceived quality of place can impact the retail and restaurant environment and business and University recruitment. Per the Universi- ty of Iowa admissions representatives, 'downtown is the selling point, it's what makes University of Iowa different... downtown's village -like atmosphere, charm and associat- ed perception of safety are assets recognized by parents of prospective college students'. In some cases, the master plan has minimized mainte- nance requirements and in others, a higher level of main- tenance will be required and is recommended. Key main- tenance observations and recommendations follow. 0011 Pi'1 Minimized maintenance requirements • The additional recycling stations proposed throughout the Ped Mall will minimize the laborrequired to sweep and pick up trash and debris, in addition to providing a much needed streetscape component. • The removal of select Ped Mall planters will facilitate snow removal. • The proposed irrigation system will reduce the labor involved with hand - watering. A new maintenance re- gime will be required for management of the irrigation control units and water distribution. • The conversion to the LED lighting system will reduce the frequency of lamp changes, resulting in a reduc- tion of staff resources. • Additional electrical capacity at distribution bollards will minimize staff and labor time associated with event and vendor set -up and trouble shooting. Other maintenance requirements Maintenance of the landscape to include watering, fertilizing, pruning, insect and disease control, weed- ing, mulching, removing trash and debris from the sur- face of planting areas, removing and replacing failing plant material, and irrigation coverage checks where applicable. An ongoing tree maintenance program including the establishment of a trimming and pruning program is advised. Where implemented, the bioret- ention planting areas will require trimming of vegeta- tion, removing litter and debris from landscape area, insect and disease control, inspecting the planter to determine if runoff is infiltrating properly, and occa- sional cleaning of sediment from within forebay and planting area. • Pavement areas require ongoing cleaning and sweeping, area washing, damage inspection, and pressure washing. • Permeable pavement areas will require a higher level of maintenance following installation. Maintenance will involve re- sweeping of the aggregate back into the gaps between pavers. Once the aggregate has 'settled' into the gaps, this particular maintenance re- quirement typically lessens. General cleaning of the permeable pavement system employs basic street sweeping. They cannot be regularly cleaned by pow- er washing. For dirt, a vacuum sweeper or broom sweeper with the water turned off is recommended. Ongoing removal of debris and trash from the gaps may be required. During the winter months, sand should not be used for traction over permeable pave- ment systems because the sand clogs the gaps /voids and will limit infiltration. • Maintenance of the site furnishings to include clean- ing and damage inspection. 145 FEBRUARY 2014 If you can dream it, you can do — Walt Disney P 1 146 M mw Q 147 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I INTRODUCTION IMPLEMENTATION The achievement of the Iowa City Downtown Street - scope and Pedestrian Mall Plan Update will require public sector involvement of the City of Iowa City, private sector involvement in terms of development plans and requirements of private land owners and public / private partnerships where the City and land- owners will need to work jointly to achieve common goals. A variety of planning and financial toolswill be required to implement the vision. It should be noted that implementation recommendations and cost summaries are prepared to guide planning decisions and in all cases additional design, engineering and stakeholder input will be necessary. As with any planning effort, there becomes a point where information and recommendations may no longer be considered relevant or appropriate. Fac- tors such as traffic volumes, evolution of private de- velopment, rapidly changing demographics within the community and the University of Iowa's desire to be 'fresh' are key drivers in determining whether or notthe recommendations Within this plan continue to hold merit. Recommendations should be reviewed and updated towards the end of this documents life span, which is anticipated to be 10-15 years. PHASING Implementation of the projects will require a nurrr ber of phases over several years. The phasing plans presented on the following pages identify a clear path for immediate decision - making within the first two years. Short term projects are identified as one of three categories: quick starts, studies and design/ engineering. Quick Start Projects Projects in this category have been identified by the Consultant, City Staff and Stakeholders as small scale projects that require minimal planning or de- sign efforts to implement. As funding allows, these projects could be completed in a 3-6 month time frame, while more elaborate projects may require anywhere from 9 -24 months of additional design, engineering and construction time before enhance- ments are realized. P 1 148 Studies These projects are intended to provide additional detail that can be incorporated into subsequent design and im- plementation phases. As an example, it is recommended that an urban arborist be retained to provide a profession- al recommendation on the health and care of existing mature trees within the downtown core and pedestrian mall. These recommendations will have a great deal of influence on the next phase of design work. Design + Engineering To move larger recommendations forward, additional de- sign work is required to resolve details, provide accurate implementation budgets and to eventually construct the physical improvements. PRIORITIZATION A significant amount of public and stakeholder input was utilized to form the recommendations and guide decision - making throughout the master planning process and this plan update. As in most projects that involve stakeholders With varied interests, its fair to say that full consensus of recommendations was not always achieved. The same can be said regarding how to prioritize improvements. The following pages outline recommendations for how to approach short term [ 1 -2 year ], as well as mid -range [ 3-15 year] planning and implementation objectives. Gen- erally speaking, the highest priority projects are those that address safety and infrastructure needs, such as universally accessible public space and aging underground utilities. Second priority is given to elements that enhance and contribute to a cohesive and unique identity throughout Downtown, while maintaining focus on maximizing value for the City. In most cases, priority was given to projects located in the core of Downtown, largely driven by the philosophy that the core offers the highest return on invest- ment, focuses improvements where the highest numbers of pedestrians exist, and offers a logical way of sequenc- ing phased improvements. Selection and approach towards implementation of the first phases are particularly important as they will establish the physical character, public perception and interest in subsequent phases. Prioritizing improvements based on the design concepts is only the first step, as the City must identify resources and strategies for on -going funding, as well as efficient and effective maintenance practices. The following section presents preliminary ideas on how to implement the overall vision with meaningful projects of varying levels of cost and impact. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT IMPLEMENTATION I QUICK START PROJECTS 149 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I PRIORITIZATION IMPLEMENTATION TEXT HERE. PRIORITIZATION CHART PRIORITIZATION TEXT HERE. P 1 150 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT PROJECT/ • COST KEY ELEMENTS Renovate Black Hawk Mini Park. Update lighting throughout, enhance plantings, Pedestrian Mall $2,430,000- 3,766,000 site furnishings and add way finding kiosks. Consider development of programmed spaces and improved performance area and stage. Extend the Pedestrian Mall character. Es Dubuque Street $880,500 - 1,365,000 tablish a gateway feel with multiple layers of overhead lighting. Improve sidewalk PRIORITY pavement and storm sewer upgrades. Improve sidewalk pavement, address aitF $2,500,000 phase 1 cal update to water main, replace & reb- Washington Street cate storm sewer between Linn & Gilbert, +/- $2,000,000 phase 2 enhance retail environment with streets - cape components. Upgraded fiber duct bank and electrical Market Street $830,000- 1,285,000 distribution for enhanced lighting through out NSMP. Conversion to two way traffic. P 1 150 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT IMPLEMENTATION I PRIORITIZATION PRIORITIZATION CHART CONTINUED PROJE 151 FEBRUARY 2014 C*T / STREET BASE PROJECT COST Enhanced crosswalk envronment and cub bumpouts to improve pedestrian safety and Clinton Sheet $1,844,000 - 2,855,000 walkabifily, Updated water main and fiber optic. Enhanced electrical capacity. wrier East sidewalks. PRIORITY Introduce pedestrian scale elemen}s. Up- grade water main. Pedestrian crossing Burlington Sheet $3,600,000 - 5,557,000 improvements, plantings and large scale 3 Linn Street $1,250,000- 1,935,000 building facade treatments to improve visa al interest. 2 Address maintenance related items such as it owoAvenue $728,000 - 1,130,000 erary w Ilc bronze emblems , heaNngtree grates and spoling Imrestone Ightpole bases. Enhance cbding pedestrian scale Ighfng to -notch care Iowa / Gilbert $418,000 - 648,000 elechical service for events and add appropd- atey scaled Ight columns with banners. Enhanced crosswalks to mreet ADA requiremrents U pgrades to samary, water main and sgnficant & improve walkabi lity. Focus on adding pedestrF Gilbert Street $1,915,000 - 2,968,000 an scale, burying of overhead unities & noes North Linn $640,000 - 990,000 sary water main upgrades. Reduction in travel tones. Enhanced bicycle accommodations. 151 FEBRUARY 2014 " • " PROJECT • Updated sheet and sidewalks, addition of a healthy landscape and tree canopy, improved College Street $601,000 - 932,000 crosswalks to meet ADA requirements and rein- force connectivity. Water main and fiber optic upgrades. PRIORITY Improved Ighting to unify career and improve 3 Linn Street $1,250,000- 1,935,000 energyeffiaency. Updated water rain, sanitary, and fiber optic duct. Addition of much needed street furniture and wayfindirg elements. Implementation of small scale irrprovements, in- cbding pedestrian scale Ighfng to -notch care Bloomington Street $277,000 - 440,000 NSMP and street furniture. Bury a small section of overhead electric and make necessary up- grades to water rain and fiber optic d uct. U pgrades to samary, water main and sgnficant storm seaser enhancements. As an alternate, North Linn $640,000 - 990,000 consider burying of overhead utility fires. Corry Aliment recant streetscape improvements with added plantings and improved seating areas. 151 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I PHASING STRATEGY CALENDAR YEAR 2014 - QUICK START PROJECTS 1. Ped Mall Playground Resurfacing $ 85,000 2. Sheltered Bike Parking Pilot w/ PV $ 30,000 3. Large Format Banner /Art on Building at Burlington Street $ 50,000 4. Lighting Mock -up in Ped Mall $ 50,000 5. Planting Rail Mock -up in Ped Mall $ 15,000 6. Purchase and Install Recycling Containers in Ped Mall $ 20,000 7. Infll Trees on College Street and Burlington Street $ 25,000 8. Lighting at N.Linn and Market Street [ match ICDD funding 1 $ 30,000 9. Sidewalk Repair $100,000 10. Iowa Avenue Tree Grates [ and other streets as needed 1 $ 85,000 11. Misc. Repair [ trash receptacles, bench, etc. 1 $ 25,000 12. Misc. Painting $ 25,000 13. LED Conversions of Select Existing Lights $ 70,000 14. Linn Street Benches $ 10,000 15. North Linn and Bloomington Painted Crosswalk $ 500 16. Design of Ramp Facade Improvements on Bulington $150,000 17. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Pilot $ 44,000 $814,500 Contingency [ 10 %1 $ 81,450 $895,950 STUDIES 1. Urban Arborist to Evaluate Plantings in Ped Mall, Washington + Clinton $ 25,000 2. Traffic Modeling for Downtown Iowa City $ 85,000 3. Survey [ Washington Street I Ped Mall I Dubuque Street 1 $ 28,000 Contingency [ 10 %1 $ 81,450 $219,450 DESIGN + ENGINEERING PROJECTS 1. Pedestrian Mall - Schematic Design thru Construction Documents $215,000 2. Washington Street - Schematic Design [ Clinton to Linn 1 $ 55,000 4. Dubuque Street - Schematic Design $ 45,000 Contingency [ 10 %1 $ 31,500 $346,500 CALENDAR YEAR 2015 - QUICK START PROJECTS 1. Projects TBD $ 75,000 DESIGN + ENGINEERING PROJECTS 1. Pedestrian Mall Bidding and Construction [ Phase One 1 $ 3,000,000 2. Dubuque Street Design Development thru Construction Documents $ 100,000 Contingency [ 10 %1 $ 317,500 $3,492,500 P 1 152 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT IMPROVEMENT FRAMEWORK CALENDAR YEAR 2014 w s 11 fir. L �� � �t� •i 7 Ili li LEGEND QQuick Start Project _ Studies _ Design and Engineering Projects f•7[•Z•77Jlllm( *1I MARKET 114ai i;F;i•]a IOWA AVE WASHINGTON COLLEGE BURLINGTON 153 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I COST SUMMARY COST OPINIONS Accuracy The level of detail and accuracy of pricing in this opinion of probable cost are consistent with the degree of com- pleteness of the documents used for estimating purposes. The documents used to prepare estimates include master plan level design, shown throughout this document and information provided by the Planning team members. Ad- ditional information was obtained through discussion with the Client, Stakeholders and industry contacts. No site survey information was available to verify utilities, site ele- ments or quantities. Bid Conditions The planning recommendations have been estimated as large scale projects to achieve economy of scale. If the project is broken down and approached in small phases, the total estimated costs will likely be higher. Items Affecting Costs Items which may change the probable costs include, but are not limited to: Restrictive or specialized technical or material specifica- tions and accelerated project schedules. Escalation Costs are reflective of current costs with no escalation in- cluded. A labor and material escalation factor will need to be added once a construction period has been deter- mined. Probable Cost Opinion Objective This cost framework is intended to be used as a tool for decision making and managing phasing strategies during the next phase of the project. It is prepared using indus- try contacts, experience, and the best judgment of the professional consultants. This estimate is intended to re- flect an amount close to what would be the low bid of the project with respect to the present level of design and documentation. The consultant has no control over mar- ket conditions, wage rates, or any contractor's method of determining prices or quantities. Therefore, the consultant cannot and does not guarantee this cost opinion will not vary from actual costs. P 1 154 COST SUMMARIES The following summaries provide a synopsis of recommen- dations and associated costs for each street, the pedestri- an mall and Blackhawk Mini Park. In each case the costs are rounded to reflect an order of magnitude cost for el- ements that are considered to be part of the base proj- ect. Additionally, projects involve 'alternates'. These al- ternates are intended to capture recommendations that were important to stakeholders, but either not supported by the majority, warranted additional study to test valid- ity or maintenance requirements, or required additional funding beyond what may be available from traditional City sources. Below the costs identified for specific categories of work are costs that cover expenses often referred to as 'soft costs': General Requirements This category addresses items such as contractor mark- ups, bonding, permits, temporary power and water, as well as NPDS permits. The complexity of the project, scale and contractor selection are all important factors in deter- mining the appropriate percentage to carry forward. Contingency This line item addresses the unknowns that go hand -in- hand with design and constructing urban infrastructure projects. Given that these are planning level cost opinions and design work is not based on actual site survey or con- ditions, a sizable contingency (25% of construction value) is recommended. As projects move forward utilizing actu- al site surveys and design development the contingency amount is typically reduced to align with the level of de- sign and engineering. Design, Engineering and Survey To move larger recommendations forward, additional de- sign work is required to resolve details, provide accurate implementation budgets and to eventually construct the physical improvements. It is anticipated that the majority of these projects will require professional design and engi- neering consultants to advance the design and produce bid documents. Traditional costs for basic services [ sche- matic design thru construction administration ] are intend- ed to be included within the 15% allowance. Additionally, costs associated with site surveys is included within. While many of the projects will require multiple professional dis- ciplines [ landscape architecture, civil, electrical, structur- al engineering, lighting designer,etc.] the actual cost of services will fluctuate based on project scale, complexity, market conditions and scope of work. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT CLINTON ENTRY M IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY NORTH ENTRY / 6LACKHAWK MINI PARK CAFE! SOUND GARDEN CAFE! VIDEO GARDEN PLAYGROUNDZONE LINN STREET ENTRY WEATHER DANCE FOUNTAIN / PERFORMANCE PEDESTRIAN MALL [ +/- 95,000 Square Feet ] New Pedestrian Lighting Atmospheric Lighting at Planting Areas Playground Surface Enhancement Landscape Plantings+ Irrigation Wayfnding Kiosks See page 106 for more detail. Site Preparation $ 275,000 Utilities $ 220,000 Paving $ 475,000 Planter-Walls $ 100,000 Landscape + Irrigation $ 605,000 Site Furnishings + Amenities $ 380,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 375,000 $ 2,430,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 364,500 Contingency [25 %] $ 607,500 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 364,500 $ 3,766,500 Alternates Eco Lab $ 300,000 Sound Garden $ 250,000 Media Room +Table $ 175,000 Story Walls + Lighting $ 215,000 Covered Bike Parking [2] $ 60,000 WIDE Stage and Canopy $ 400,000 WIDE Stage Lighting $ 40,000 WIDE Stage A/V Upgrades $ 50,000 WIDE Lighting Enhancements $ 50,000 WIDE Art Modifications in Seating Area $ 40,000 155 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY BLACK HAWK MINI PARK [ +/- 9,500 Square Feet ] New Public Space Public Art Variety of Seating See page 108 for more detail. P 1 156 Site Preparation $ 55,000 Utilities $ 35,000 Paving $ 155,000 PlanterWalls $ 65,000 Landscape + Irrigation $ 75,000 Site Furnishings + Amenities $ 165,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 65,000 $ 615,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 92,250 Contingency [25 %] $ 154,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 92,250 $ 953,500 Alternates Feature Area / Public Art $ 750,000- 1,500,000 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT MARKET STREET [ 2 blocks 1 Festive Lighting New Pedestrian + Street Lighting Gateway Elements Enhanced Plantings See page 98 for more detail. NORTH LINN STREET [2.5 blocks] Underground Utility Updates Updated Pedestrian Lighting Gateway Element Public Art See page 96 for more detail. IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY Site Preparation $ 102,000 Utilities General $ 50,000 Storm /Sanitary Separation $ 20,000 Fiber Optic Duct $ 25,000 Paving $ 110,000 Landscape $ 90,000 Site Furnishings $ 40,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 385,000 $ 830,000 General Requirements [ 15 %] $ 125,000 Contingency [ 25 %] $ 205,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [ 15 %] $ 140,000 $ 1,285,000 Alternate Bioretention $ 150,000 Festive Lighting $ 80,000 Site Preparation $ 70,000 Utilities General $ 85,000 Sanitary $ 4,500 Water Main $ 22,000 Storm Sewer $ 127,000 Fiber $ 22,000 Paving $ 36,000 Landscape $ 92,000 Site Furnishings $ 30,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 151,500 $ 640,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 95,000 Contingency [25 %] $ 160,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 95,000 $ 990,000 Alternate Bury Overhead Electric $ 525,000 157 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY BLOOMINGTON STREET [ 1 block] Updated Utility Duct Bank Pedestrian Crossing Updates Landscape Enhancements Pedestrian Lighting Historical Markers See page 102 for more detail. BURLINGTON STREET [ 3 blocks ] Gateway Elements New Pedestrian + Street Lighting Water Main Upgrade Enhanced Plantings Building Art / Mural See page 90 for more detail. P 1 158 Site Preparation $ 40,000 Utilities General $ 28,000 Water Main $ 25,000 Fiber Duct $ 12,000 Paving $ 15,000 Landscape $ 23,000 Site Furnishings $ 38,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 96,000 $ 277,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 43,000 Contingency [25 %] $ 72,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 43,000 $ 440,000 Alternate Bury Overhead Electric $ 10,000 Site Preparation $ 350,000 Utilities General $ 90,000 Water Main $ 150,000 Fiber Duct $ 40,000 Traffic Signals $ 700,000 Paving $ 1,410,000 Landscape $ 160,000 Site Furnishings $ 67,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 638,000 $ 3,600,000 General Requirements [ 15 %] $ 540,000 Contingency [ 25 %] $ 900,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [ 15 %] $ 540,000 $ 5,557,000 Alternates Bioretention $ 315,000 Building Mural / Art $ 50,000 [ Each ] IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT CLINTON STREET [ 3 blocks ] Monument Lights New Pedestrian + Street Lighting Wayfnding Kiosk Enhanced Plantings Water Main Upgrade See page 84 for more detail. COLLEGE STREET [ I block] Enhanced Plantings Water Main Upgrade Accent Unit Pavers NewTraffc Signals at Gilbert See page xx for more detail. IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY Site Preparation $ 164,000 Utilities General $ 85,000 Water Main $ 26,000 Fiber Duct $ 36,000 Paving $ 612,000 Landscape $ 141,000 Site Furnishings $ 190,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 590,000 Electrical and Lighting $1,844,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 274,000 Contingency [25 %] $ 461,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 276,000 $ 2,855,000 Alternates College Intersection - brick $ 70,000 East Side Curb Work $ 31,000 Expand east sidewalk to 6' $ 30,000 Bioretention Areas $ 192,000 Site Preparation $ 127,500 Utilities General $ 28,000 Storm Sewer $ 15,000 Fiber Duct $ 12,000 Water Main $ 57,500 Paving $ 151,000 Landscape $ 77,500 Site Furnishings $ 31,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 101,500 $ 601,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 90,000 Contingency [25 %] $ 150,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 90,000 $ 932,000 Alternates Monument Lights $ 40,000 Unit Pavers $ 105,000 159 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY DUBUQUE STREET [ 1.5 blocks] Festive Lighting Gateway Elements Landscape Enhancements Street Pavers Sidewalk Pavers See page 80 for more detail. GILBERT STREET [3 blocks I Water Main Upgrade New Sidewalk Landscape Enhancements Traffic Signals Pedestrian Lighting & Banners See page 92 for more detail. P 1 160 Site Preparation $ 189,000 Utilities Unit Pavers in Street $ 510,000 General $ 60,000 Water $ 18,000 Storm Sewer $ 25,000 Fiber Duct $ 15,000 Paving $ 207,000 Landscape $ 86,500 Site Furnishings $ 122,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 158,000 $ 880,500 General Requirements [ 15 %] $ 132,000 Contingency [ 25 %] $ 220,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [ 15 %] $ 132,000 $ 1,364,500 Alternate $ Bioretention Areas $ 144,000 Unit Pavers in Street $ 510,000 Festive Lighting $ 400,000 Site Preparation $ 275,000 Utilities General $ 84,000 Water Main $ 211,000 Sanitary $ 5,000 Traffic Signals $ 875,000 Fiber Duct Bank $ 36,000 Paving $ 84,500 Landscape $ 28,000 Site Furnishings $ 25,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 292,000 $ 1,915,000 General Requirements [ 15 %] $ 287,000 Contingency [ 25 %] $ 479,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [ 15 %] $ 287,000 $ 2,968,000 Alternate Bury Overhead Utility $ 425,000 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY j - " - -- - - -��, Site Preparation $ 140,000 Utilities General $ General $ 90,000 Fiber Duct $ 31,000 Paving $ 43,000 Landscape + Irrigation $ 195,000 Site Furnishings $ 13,000 Sheltered Bike Parking with PV $ 30,000 - Electrical and Lighting $ 216,000 IOWA AVENUE [ 3 blocks ] Monument Lights Enhanced Landscape + Irrigation Enhance Literary Walk Traffic Signals See page 82 for more detail. IOWA AT GILBERT [ 1 Intersection 1 Enhanced Pedestrian Crossing New Civic Monument Traffic Signals Update See page 94 for more detail. J /Ou'uuu General Requirements [ 15 %] $ 114,500 Contingency [ 25 %] $ 190,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [ 15 %] $ 114,500 $ 1,179,000 Alternate Monument Lighting with banners $ 315,000 Site Preparation $ 56,000 Utilities $ 104,500 General $ 28,000 Fiber Duct $ 3,500 Paving $ 128,500 Landscape $ 7,000 Site Furnishings $ 10,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 10,000 Monument / Obelisk $ 175,000 $ 418,000 General Requirements [ 15%] $ 62,500 Contingency [ 25 %] $ 104,500 Design, Engineering, Survey [ 15 %] $ 63,000 $ 648,000 Alternate Bioretention $ 25,000 161 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I PROJECT AREA COST SUMMARY LINN STREET [3 blocks I Paver Sidewalks Enhanced Landscape + Irrigation Site Furniture Water Main Update See page 86 for more detail. WASHINGTON STREET [ 4 blocks] Gateway Elements Enhanced Paving New Sidewalks Water Main Upgrade Pedestrian Lighting See page 78 for more detail. P 1 162 Site Preparation $ 104,000 Utilities General $ 85,000 Water Main $ 110,000 Storm Sewer $ 30,000 Sanitary $ 8,000 Fiber Duct $ 31,000 Paving $ 360,000 Landscape $ 82,000 Site Furnishings $ 120,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 320,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 1,250,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 187,000 Contingency [25 %] $ 311,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 187,000 $ 1,935,000 Alternate Pavers at Intersection $ 190,000 Site Preparation $ 489,000 Utilities General $ 115,000 Utility Vaults $ 150,000 Water Main $ 240,000 Storm Water $ 57,000 Fiber Duct $ 45,000 Traffic Signals $ 72,000 Paving $ 1,155,000 Landscape $ 180,000 Site Furnishings $ 196,000 Electrical and Lighting $ 711,000 $ 3,410,000 General Requirements [15 %] $ 511,000 Contingency [25 %] $ 850,000 Design, Engineering, Survey [15 %] $ 511,000 $ 5,282,000 Alternates Permeable Street Paving $ 700,000 Bioretention Planting Area $ 375,000 Dubuque Intersection - Unit Pavers $ 64,000 IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT FUNDING SOURCES While the majority of project funding is anticipated to come from the Capital Improvements Program [ CIP j as appropriated by City leadership, additional resources may be necessary to realize specific plan components such as programmed spaces within the Pedestrian Mall, architec- tural lighting for private businesses and public art. Tradi- tional sources for additional funding may come from two primary sources: GRANTS A number of grant opportunities exist for urban projects that encompass the arts, sustainability and infrastructure. Because many grants require a significant lead time to se- cure funding, this master plan update will serve as a valu- able guide to identifying future phasing with enough lead time to pursue relevant grants or loans. Although not all inclusive, information on environmental, infrastructure and transportation grants in Iowa is presented on the following pages. PRIVATE FUNDRAISING The potential for private fundraising in Iowa City is signifi- cant. The first step in this process is the formation of a di- verse private stakeholder group that can work in partner- ship with the City. Given there are multiple improvements proposed that affect areas offering a high level of visibili- ty, sentimental attachment or historical significance - the formation of a private stakeholder group is a reasonable approach to add detail and richness in public space that may otherwise be delayed or overlooked. STATE REVOLVING LOAN FUND [ SRF ] The State Revolving Fund program is administered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and provides low interest loans for projects that provide water quality ben- efits. There are several funding programs under the SIRE umbrella that would be appropriate for the Iowa City Streetscape project. There was money added to the SIRE program under the Federal Stimulus program for 2014 and the City is already involved with the development of their new wastewater treatment facility. The State Revolving Fund and the Sponsored Project option may be a great source of funding since Iowa City is upgrading the waste water/ sanitary sewer system and would utilize an SIRE loan for such upgrades. Money that would be sent back to the SIRE as interest payments can be kept and invested locally in stormwater projects that improve water quality. Typical- ly, you would be able to plan on $100,000 forwater quality per $1 million borrowed. For more information: www.iowasrf.com. IMPLEMENTATION I FUNDING SOURCES CLEAN WATER LOAN PROGRAM Iowa's Clean Water State Revolving Fund [ CWSRF j is the best choice to finance publicly owned wastewater treat- ment, sewer rehabilitation, replacement, and construc- tion, and storm water quality improvements. The Clean Water SIRE Water Resource Restoration Sponsored Project program funds are still available. As part of an application for a wastewater infrastructure Intended Use Plan appli- cation, a municipality can request up to 10% additional funds under the Sponsored Project program to pay for oth- er projects that will improve the watershed in which the wastewater plant is located. It appears that projects that are already included in the IUP but are only in the planning stages may also be eligible. I have attached a copy of the Sponsored project application. Applications for the Clean Water Loan Program and the Sponsored are due March 3. PLANNING AND DESIGN LOANS SIRE Planning and Design Loans cover costs incurred in the planning and design phase of a water infrastructure proj- ect. These loans have 0 percent interest for up to three years and require no initiation orservicing fees. In addition, there is no minimum or maximum loan amount. Eligible costs include engineering fees, archaeological surveys, environmental or geological studies, and costs related to project plan preparation. The loans may be rolled into a State Revolving Fund [ SIRE ] construction loan or can be repaid when permanent financing is committed. The proj- ect planning and design costs must be directly related to the proposed wastewater, storm water or drinking water projects. The 2014 deadline for Planning and Design Loan applications is April 3rd. For more information on the SIRE Program: Patti Cale- Finnegan DNR State Revolving Fund Coordinator P 515- 725 -0498 WIRB GRANT PROGRAM The Watershed Improvement Fund Program was initiated in 2005 by the Iowa Legislature and is administered through the Iowa Department of Agriculture's Land Stewardship program. The funds are administered by a self- govern- ing, independent Watershed Improvement Review Board [ WIRB ]. The WIRB Board focuses on watershed projects and the streetscape project, due to its direct influence on Ralston Creek, would likely qualify as an appropriate proj- ect. The current funding limit is $300,000. Tying the streets - cape improvements into a Ralston Creek watershed scale initiative would be the strongest approach to funding thru WIRB. 2014 WIRB grant applications are due by February 28th. Program Contact: Amy Bouska Urban Conservationist / IDALS amy.bouska @ia.nacdnet.net 163 FEBRUARY 2014 IMPLEMENTATION I FUNDING SOURCES USEPA SECTION 319 NON -POINT SOURCE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL GRANT PROGRAM Section 319 grants have long been a source of support for cutting -edge green infrastructure projects in many states throughout the US. In Iowa the program has been admin- istered historically by the IDNR, and the focus has always been on rural, agricultural water quality initiatives of a rather traditional NRCS manner. The program is still func- tional under the IDNR Watershed Implementation Grant Program. Again this program has not been traditionally a source of funding for urban green infrastructure initiatives, but it may still be worth exploring. Applications are gener- ally due in Octoberwith funds available the following cal - endaryear. More information about the program can be obtained through the program coordinator listed below. DNR Contact: Steve Hopkins DNR Watershed Improvement Program Grants Coordinator 515- 281 -6402 Stephen.Hopkins @dnr.iowa.gov TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM [ TAP ] Funding may be available under the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration Transpor- tation Alternatives Program (TAP). The Transportation Al- ternatives Program (TAP) was authorized under Section 1 122 of Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP -21). TAP provides funding for programs and projects defined as transportation alternatives, including on- and off -road pedestrian and bicycle facilities, infrastructure projects for improving non - driver access to public trans- portation and enhanced mobility, landscape and sce- nic enhancement, community improvement activities, and environmental mitigation; recreational trail program projects; safe routes to school projects; and projects for planning, designing, or constructing boulevards and oth- er roadways largely in the right -of -way of former Interstate System routes or other divided highways. For more information: http://www.iowadot.gov/systems- planning/trans—enhance.htm IOWA CLEAN AIR ATTAINMENT PROGRAM (ICAAP) This program funds highway /street, transit, bicycle /pedes- trian, or freight projects or programs which help maintain Iowa's clean air quality by reducing transportation - related emissions. Eligible highway /street projects must be on the federal -aid system, which includes all federal functional class routes except local and rural minor collectors. For more information: http://www.iowadot.gov/systems- planning/icaap.htm P 1 164 SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (STP) The Surface Transportation Program (STP) is one of the main sources of flexible funding available for transit or highway purposes. STP provides the greatest flexibility in the use of funds. These funds may be used for public transportation capital improvements, car and vanpool projects, fringe and corridor parking facilities, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and intercity or intracity bus terminals and bus facilities. As funding for planning, these funds can be used forsurface transportation planning activities, wet- land mitigation, transit research and development, and environmental analysis. Other eligible projects under STP include transit safety improvements and most transporta- tion control measures. For more information: http: / /www.fhwa.dot.gov /map2l/ guidance /gu idestp.cfm IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE. DRAFT D m D D- o m 165 FEBRUARY 2014 IP5 N.N.%:4 �1� CITY OF IOWA CITY PENDING CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION TOPICS February 26, 2014 March 25, 2014 1. Discuss Gateway project design parameters Pending Topics to be Scheduled 1. Discuss community business attraction and anti - piracy compact- 2. Review the National League of Cities Institute for Youth, Education and Families report entitled, "City Leadership to Promote Black Male Achievement" (originally distributed in the 5/16/2013 Information Packet) 3. Discuss recycling opportunities for multi - family housing (UISG letter in 10/1/2013 packet) 4. Discuss Council's neighborhood planning and development expectations near the new elementary school locations 5. Review the ability of the City to issue municipal infractions in lieu of certain criminal charges (April) 6. Discuss merits of the consolidation of the City and County Assessor offices 7. Receive staff update on Gilbert/Highland/Kirkwood neighborhood concerns (summer 2014) 8. Discuss policy options for expanding mobile vending and /or food truck opportunities in the City 9. Discuss city related marijuana policies and potential legislative advocacy positions 10. Strategic plan update (spring 2014) r �v -4 CITY OF IOWA CITY Lai MEMORANDUM Date: February 26, 2014 To: City Council From: Geoff Fruin, Assistant to the City Manager Re: Support of ICDD "Friends" Program For several months, the Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) has been preparing to launch a 'friends' membership drive. Through this effort the district hopes to increase awareness of downtown offerings and raise funds to further support programming and progress toward their organizational goals. The program is expected to launch in April and individuals that pledge $25 will receive a variety of perks and access to information about downtown happenings. The ICDD approached the City and requested a donation of a parking credit. As contemplated, the credit will be passed along to 'friends' as one of the perks of membership. The ICDD feels that a parking credit will bolster their effort considerably and will help incent more business activity in the district. I have discussed this request with the City Manager and Transportation Services Director. Our conclusion is that this program will have minimal cost implications for the City, yet has the potential to create a variety of benefits that align with the City's strategic plan. The program will raise community awareness about the downtown and help empower the district to pursue their goals through additional private resources. Second, the program can help build a more positive outlook toward parking in the district, which we believe is slowly happening as awareness of our First Hour Free program increases in the community. Transportation Services staff has contemplated a variety of different options and cost scenarios. Our recommendation is that the City offers a $10 parking credit to all 'friends' for the first year of the program. The cards will be electronically programmed to act as a traditional punch card. This will enable the cardholder to use one free hour per visit on up to 10 separate occasions. This structure will essentially provide a second hour free to 'friends' for up to 10 visits. The ICDD is estimating it will attract a few hundred members in this inaugural drive. Conservatively assuming 500 members, the City's financial exposure will be $5,000. The change in parking policies that was initiated in FY 14 has exceeded financial projections to date and thus we plan to use surplus parking revenues to cover this expense. At this time, the City is only committing to support in this first year, however if we deem it successful we will look to continue this partnership in future years. If any member of the City Council has concerns or alternative ideas related to this program, then it would be appropriate to discuss this item at the March 4th work session, prior to the ICDD's public launch of the program. Qd",jzi111YE11111161 iWIPITI February 25, 2014 Geoff Fruin, Assistant to the City Manager City of Iowa City 410 E Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 RE: Iowa City Downtown District Request for "Friends" Support Dear Geoff, On behalf of the Iowa City Downtown District, I would like to request support of the "Friends of ICDD" drive from the City of Iowa City. The Friends drive will begin seeking $25 pledges in early April 2014. Our goals are to 1) provide an opportunity for anyone in the community to directly contribute to our programs, initiatives and events and 2) to inform the public about the importance of our services to support a healthy and vibrant Downtown. As part of the Friends drive we will include a variety of perks exclusive to this program -- which is where we request support from the City. We believe that our Friends drive would be greatly enhanced by giving those that care deeply about Downtown Iowa City and the Northside Marketplace a parking perk to encourage them to visit Downtown more consistently. We are requesting the City provide our Friends extra time in the parking garages through the provision of a 2nd hour free (for up to 10 visits) in all Downtown parking garages with an exclusive punch card. We would include the punch card with our Friends package. This punch card is another opportunity for the City to gain public support and interest in enhancing Downtown Iowa City as regional destination and asset. The Board of Directors of the ICDD and staff greatly appreciate all the hard work and support the City has put into further the mission and goals of the Iowa City Downtown District. I hope you will look upon this request favorably and as another creative way to support one another. If you have any questions, please let me know. Best regards, Nancy Bird Executive Director CITY OF IOWA CITY iP7 MEMORANDUM Date: February 25, 2014 To: Tom Markus, City Manager From: Dennis Bockenstedt, Finance Director Re: Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee Introduction: This is a request to establish an internal Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee. The committee is proposed to be a staff committee with the participation of one City Council member. History /Background: In direct correlation to the City Council's strategic plan priorities, the City continues to seek ways to diversify revenues and strengthen its overall financial position. A revenue source that was recently used by the City to successfully raise funds for two major flood improvement projects, the expansion of the South Treatment Plant and the Dubuque Street reconstruction, was the local option sales tax. The City Council determined during the budget process for Fiscal Year 2015 that a local option sales tax could help strengthen the City's overall financial position, diversify its revenues, lower property taxes, and meet other identified strategic plan goals. Discussion of Solutions: The Finance Department is recommending the creation of a Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee for the purposes of examining the potential re- establishment of a one -cent local option sales tax. The internal committee would be tasked to undertake the following: A. To evaluate the overall feasibility of the City's ability to implement a local option sales tax such as identifying essential factors, including regional and legal considerations, and to make recommendations as to the best way to address any such factors and whether the City should pursue a local option sales tax. B. To make recommendations on how Iowa City should use the potential revenues that would be received from the implementation of a local option sales tax. These recommendations should consider the City's use of existing resources, potential financial, economic, and operational risks, and the inclusive and sustainable values and priorities expressed in the City's Strategic Plan. Such recommendations should include commentary regarding the specific uses being proposed and the potential impact of the local option sales tax on those uses. C. To make recommendations on the language that should appear on a local option sales tax ballot and the timing for conducting a public referendum on the local option sales tax ballot. The Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee membership is proposed to be set at five members. Committee membership would include the Finance Director, the City Clerk, one member from the City Attorney's office, one member from the City Manager's office, and one member from the City Council. The internal committee would commence on approximately April 1, 2014 and would conclude its review no later than October 1, 2014. At the close of this time period, the committee should submit a report to the City Manager's office that responds to each of the tasks outlined above February 25, 2014 Page 2 and contains recommendations, if any, with respect to each of these charges. Following the submission of this report, the committee would be dissolved. Financial Impact: The financial impact of implementing a one -cent local option sales tax could be significant. The one -cent local option sales tax that was in place for the flood improvement projects generated slightly over $35 million over a four year period. Recommendation: My recommendation is to create a staff Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee that will bring forth the recommendations and analysis in regards to the potential re- establishment of the local option sales tax. If you consent to creating the committee, I would ask that you work with the Mayor and City Council to identify a City Council representative for the committee. Marian Karr From: Sent: To: Subject: Info packet please Tom Markus Friday, February 21, 2014 4:09 PM Marian Karr FW: Crisis Intervenion Workers Fill Major Needs 004^ tl,eCriss Center } iii rna +johnconceunty February 21, 2014 Dear Tom: The Crisis Center of Johnson County 1121 Gilbert Ct Iowa City IA 52240 -4528 www. iccrisiscenter.or¢ Business Line (319) 351 -2726 24- HourTalkline (319) 351- 0140 Food Bank (319) 351 -0128 Fax Number (319) 351 -4671 W Our Crisis Intervention programs often don't draw the same attention that the Food Bank does, but over one thousand people each month are connecting with volunteer counselors through the 24 -Hour Crisis Line and IowaCrisisChat.org. There is lots of focus on what the economy is doing to our pocketbooks, but here at The Crisis Center we know it's causing many kinds of emotional stresses too. Just like the need for food is rising, we've also seen some concerning Crisis Intervention indicators over the last year. It used to be typical to go a month or two between suicide -in- progress contacts, but now those kinds of contacts are happening every month. In fact, last September we responded to 15 suicides -in- progress. Through call management software upgrades, we've also honed the way we track suicide - related calls and counted more of those than ever this past January. Our counselors listen and offer support, refer clients to a wide range of other services, and can initiate active interventions to prevent suicides. As policymakers continue to discuss how to deal with mental health issues, I am very proud that The Crisis Center is filling a great need in the community. Crises are seldom brief events. Instead, many people undergoing difficult situations will need help multiple times over several days or weeks. The Crisis Center serves those people by offering support 24 hours a day for those in need. Sincerely, *,400 Executive Director Phone (319) 351 -2726 ext.109 The Crisis Center of Johnson County is a 501(c)(3) non - profit organization, tax ID no. 42- 0955992. From: Tom Markus Sent: Friday, February 21, 2014 4:08 PM To: Marian Karr Subject: FW: City Culvert and IDNR Complaint # 9/11 -09; FCCD #13939 Attachments: 20140209131237062. pdf Please include in the info packet From: Rick Fosse Sent: Friday, February 21, 2014 3:13 PM To: Tom Markus Subject: FW: City Culvert and IDNR Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCD #13939 I see Bart had your e-mail address wrong, so this did not go through to you the first time. I worked with Sara Greenwood - Hektoen on this response. From: Rick Fosse Sent: Friday, February 21, 2014 3:11 PM To: 'BSchuch @aol.com'; tom - markus @iowIa - city.org; Matt Hayek; sups @co.johnson.ia.us Cc: Denny Gannon; rdvorak @co.johnson.ia.us; amy.bouska @ia.nacdnet.net; kaIte.giannini @ia.nacdnet.net; dennis.ostwinkle @ dnr.iowa.gov; kelly.stone @dnr.iowa.gov; andy.jensen @dnr.iowa.gov; gene @shoeheart.com; Ron Knoche Subject: RE: City Culvert and IDNR Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCD #13939 Mr. Schuchert Over the past several years you have expressed concerns regarding two drainage issues related to your property and you seek a remedy to these problems from the City of Iowa City and/or Johnson County. Let me address each of these issues as they relate to the City of Iowa City. With regard to the problem you note with Mr. Wolf's property, please note that both your property and Mr. Wolf's property are not within Iowa City's City limits and are not subject to any agreement with the City. Any remedy to this issue between you and Mr. Wolf will not involve the City of Iowa City. With regard to the downstream drainage problems you note, they appear to be caused by problems on the Russell and/or Ace properties, not on the City's property. According to the 1996 Drainage Agreement (copy attached), each property owner is responsible for maintaining that portion of the drainage ditch on their property. The City is not responsible for maintaining the ditch on Russell's or Ace's property, nor is the City obligated to enforce the agreement on your behalf. It is apparent that you feel like your rights under the agreement have been injured. None of the concerns you raise were caused by the City, and therefore there is no remedial action the City must take. Your dispute is with a private party, and therefore you should seek the advice of your attorney to analyze your legal remedies. The City does not intend to take any action to enforce its rights pursuant to the drainage agreement at this time. Sincerely, Rick Fosse Public Works Director City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, Iowa 52245 319 - 356 -5141 From: BSchuch @aol.com [mailto:BSchuch @aol.com] Sent: Thursday, October 03, 2013 9:40 AM To: BSchuch @aol.com; tom - markus@iowIa- city.org; Matt Hayek; sups @co.johnson.ia.us; brian -boelk @iowa - city.org Cc: Denny Gannon; Rick Fosse; rdvorak @co.johnson.ia.us; amy.bouska @ia.nacdnet.net; kaIte.giannini @ia.nacdnet.net; dennis.ostwinkle @dnr.iowa.gov; kelly.stone @dnr.iowa.gov; andy.jensen @dnr.iowa.gov; gene @shoeheart.com Subject: Re: City Culvert and IDNR Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCD #13939 It has been more than five months since I sent the e-mail below and have not had a reply. Perhaps everyone assumed someone else would take the initiative to reply. In a meeting with Denny Gannon on 12- 17 -10, Denny said he was going to turn over all his information to Rick Fosse because Rick was involved in the original design of the system. Rick was also sent the as -built survey done by MMS in 2000. 1 would therefore ask for a reply from Rick or someone he chooses to do so. The City has been aware of the many violations of the City generated Drainage Agreement since 2000 and has chosen to ignore these violations. I would hope that the Board of Supervisors would assign someone to reply. I do not understand how changes of the magnitude made by Mr. Wolf, that are clearly in violation of the approval drawings submitted for the original Lake Side Mobile Home Park, can happen without new approval. If this is the case what good are the approval drawings in the first place. Thank You Bart Schuchert In a message dated 4/3/2013 2:06:08 P.M. Central Daylight Time, BSchuch()aol.com writes: I ask for the help of the City of Iowa City and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors in resolving a drainage problem that has occurred as a result of Bob Wolf (Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park) filling in and adding culvert across a previous drainage basin /storm water storage area and the City of Iowa City totally ignoring a major problem with a culvert drainage system across Old Highway 218 South and South Riverside Drive. I am writing this e-mail to the City Manager of Iowa City, the Mayor of Iowa City and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. I have also written this as a reply to a Brian Boelk (City of Iowa City) e-mail, as he has submitted the last e-mail of a long list of a -mails and other documented contacts 1 have had with the City, County and IDNR regarding this problem during the last several years. Our property is South of the Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park and historically has drained into the Wolf property. Mr. Wolf started filling in the area that had been a drainage basin and provided storm water storage for our property and a portion of the Wolf property on September 10, 2010. 1 contacted Rick Dvorak - Johnson County Zoning about the situation and Rick said there a was nothing he could do. I need to point out that Rick has been personally involved throughout this entire process to try to help with the Wolf issue but does not have the authority to do anything. As a result of what Mr. Wolf had done I contacted the City of Iowa City (Denny Gannon) on 9 -22 -10 and requested information on their culvert system downstream from the Wolf property. Denny was very helpful and shared information on the entire system including an as -built survey done by MMS in Oct 2000. The as -built survey pointed out many problems with the downstream culvert system. On December 17, 2010 1 went to the City (Denny Gannon) with a good deal of information related to problems with the culvert system and asked for their help. The city had known about the culvert problem since October of 2000 when they contracted with MMS to do an as -built survey for the culvert system. The results of the survey were sent to Rick Fosse on October 9, 2000. The survey clearly showed that the City culvert and the Wolf /Russel culvert were buried in the ground with nowhere to drain. I have been trying to get some resolution to this problem for over two years and have not had any success. As I have previously pointed out to the City, County and IDNR "You don't solve a problem by ignoring the situation ", yet that is what is happening. Problems are just solutions in work clothes. It is time to go to work. I have attached a Word Document titled "Brief Overview of Drainage Issue as of February, 2013" that outlines a VERY BRIEF summary of the problem. To have a better idea of what has happened it would be best if you read this before proceeding with the rest of this e-mail. I really hope that some of you will read through the list of a -mails that are included with this reply to Brian. If you do you will notice that the a -mails references numerous attachments that are not included because these attachments would make the e-mail too large to send. I can provide a copy of these attachments upon request. I would hope that by bringing this situation to your attention you can help me get some resolution to this problem. Thank You Bart Schuchert 3911 Schuchert Dr. Iowa City, IA. 52246 -5888 bschuch(a)aol.com Brian: It has been nearly six months since your last reply and over two years since I first discussed this problem with Denny Gannon. In your last reply of 8 -10 -2012 you said that: "The City Attorney that was in the process of pursuing the culvert issue in terms of the Agreement has been on maternity leave, but I will check in with her once she returns in the next few weeks." Brian, we first met on 3 -2 -2011 and in a 4 -11 -2011 e-mail from you following that meeting on the plugged City culvert you stated: "I will continue to have discussions here as to the options or possibilities to remedy this problem but it certainly is not going to be an easy fix by any means. I will also speak to our City Attorney's office with regards to everyone's responsibility with this." It has been nearly two years since you first said you were going to talk with the City Attorney. As of this date I have not received a reply on what action the City Attorney is taking, or what action the City proposes to bring the culvert system into compliance with the drainage agreement. In your e-mail of 8 -10 -12 you state: "I believe you are also one of the parties included in that agreement regarding the culvert, correct ?" Yes, that is correct as I have said in the past. I assume you have a copy of the signed Drainage Agreement, if not, I can send one. It is the failure of compliance with this Drainage Agreement that is the problem. Listed below are just a few of the items that are of concern: In your e-mail of 8 -10 -2012 and in previous a -mails you have said that the problem is not with the City culvert system but with Mr. Wolf and "the fact that the previous overland flow and outlet has been blocked within the Wolf property by the 54" storm sewer and earthen fill" (Brian e-mail of 12 -2- 2011). 1 agree that what Mr. Wolf has done has made has created a significant change on flow from our property. Prior to the changes made by Mr. Wolf there was unrestricted flow of storm water from our property and significant storm water storage available in the area now blocked within the Wolf property. That storm water storage has now been shifted over to our property. As I pointed out in a previous 7 -24 -2012 e -mail referring to a 2 -2 1/4" rain on 5 -3 -12; During this storm we had more than 2 It of water over the clean out of our septic tank. I could not get a more accurate measurement since it was at night and 1 only had knee boots. If Mr. Wolf had not made the changes he made this water would have stored on his property as in the past. Had the City culvert not been plugged, the water would have ran through the culvert. With the changes made by MR. Wolf virtually all the surface water from our property and the Wolf property to the West has been diverted onto our property, not through the Wolf property as before. 9 I do not agree that as you stated in your 12 -2 -2011 e-mail that; "As previously mentioned and noted, the City is aware of the storm sewer pipe /culvert that is 75% full of water ". I do not agree that the storm sewer /pipe is 75% full of water, but rather 100% full of water and silt. As I mentioned during our first meeting, this condition will only get worse and eventually affect not only the city culvert but the culvert system upstream. The City and the IDNR refer to the problem with Mr. Wolf being a civil matter. Aside from the cost involved to pursue this the following issues would make a civil action difficult to pursue. 1). The IDNR in a letter dated 10 -17 -2011 stated that the retention and drainage issues you outlined between your property and the property to the North may not be ideal, but again this office does not have the authority to require action be taken to address the issue. To consider this issue as NOT IDEAL is a gross misunderstanding of the problem, yet this is the opinion officially taken by the IDNR. As of this time, the IDNR has not had anyone with an Engineering background visit the area. 2). The City clearly does have a problem with their culvert system and it does affect run off from our property. Storm water that originally stored on the Wolf property was not just water from our property and the Wolf property but water backing up from the downstream culvert system. All of this water is now backing up into our property. The problem on our property is a combination of lost storm water storage on the Wolf property, greatly restricted flow from our property into the Wolf drainage basin and a non functioning culvert system downstream from the West side of Old Highway 218 South. In a civil action Mr. Wolf would surely address the issue with the City culvert system. 3). On 7 -19 -2011 I had a meeting with Rick Dvorak -JCZ and Glenn Meisuer to discuss the area Mr. Wolf filled in and installed culvert. Glenn Meisuer -MMS in a follow up letter to this meeting concluded that "In summary, I do not think that the siltation basin was intended for water storage ". I have no idea how Glenn could make this statement based on what was discussed. I have attached a Word document titled "Notes Taken During Meeting With Rick Dvorak and Glenn Meisner on 7 -19- 2011" summarizing what was discussed and offering comments that would seem to question this conclusion. Brian. I really would like for you to read through this attachment and offer comments based on your Eneineerine background. It would be good if we could have a meeting on this issue. We seem to be getting nowhere writing a -mails back and forth. Could you contact the parties involved and make this happen? Please let me know what you think. Thank You Bart Schuchert In a message dated 8/10/2012 4:01:34 P.M. Central Standard Time, Brian- BoelklaDiowa- citv.org writes: Bart, Though I know it appears this way to you, I have not ignored the situation and understand the problems it has caused you. I have taken this to my staff several times and to this point and have not heard of or come up with any affirmative action in terms of the culvert. The City Attorney that was in the process of pursuing the culvert issue in terms of the Agreement has been on maternity leave, but I will check in with her once she returns in the next few weeks. I believe you are also one of the parties included in that agreement regarding the culvert, correct? In terms of the drainage issues and Mr. Wolf s property, once again that is a civil issue that would need to be handled between you and Mr. Wolf and possibly through legal process. That is still the critical point and one that unfortunately is a civil matter. Be assured, your file remains on my desk and I do continue to push to see if and how we can help. Thank you and have a great weekend. Brian A. Boelk, P.E., CPESC Sr. Civil Engineer City of Iowa City Office: 319 - 356 -5437 Cell: 319 - 400 -1056 brian- boelk@iowa- city.org From: BSchuch @aol.com [mailto:BSchuch @ aol.com] Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 3:48 PM To: Denny Gannon; Brian Boelk; terry.jones @dnr.iowa.gov; brian.lee @dnr.iowa.gov Cc: Rick Fosse; rdvorak @co.johnson.ia.us; amy.bouska @ia.nacdnet.net; kate.giannini @ia.nacdnet.net; dennis.ostwinkle @dnr.iowa.gov; kelly. stone @dnr.iowa.gov; andy.jensen @dnr.iowa.gov; gene @shoeheart.com; bschuch @aol.com Subject: Re: Complaint # 9111 -09; FOCD #13939 I am re- sending this as I am not sure it went through the first time In a message dated 7/24/2012 8:57:28 P.M. Central Daylight Time, BSchuch@aol.com writes: It has been more than three months since I last asked for a response from the City of Iowa City and the IDNR regarding this issue. I underlined last because this situation has been ignored for a much longer time than that, as outlined in the information below. Am I to believe that no agency in the State of Iowa (State, County or City) intends to address a major drainage issue that has, and will continue to, cause major problems on our property? There is a saying that "You can't solve the problem by avoiding the situation ", yet that is what is happening here. Enclosed is an Excel file that shows the City culvert is completely plugged a full twelve hours after a 2 -2 1/4" rain on 5 -3 -12. I have pointed out several times that this culvert is entirely plugged, not partially plugged as stated by the City. This situation will only get worse as the ditch on the North side of the Russell property silts in, or is filled in. This means that the flooding on our property will get even worse after a storm. During this storm we had more than 2 ft of water over the clean out of our septic tank. I could not get a more accurate measurement since it was at night and I only had knee boots. If Mr. Wolf had not made the changes he made this water would have stored on his property as in the past. Had the City culvert not been plugged, the water would have ran through the culvert. With the changes made by MR. Wolf virtually all the surface water from our property and the Wolf property to the West has been diverted onto our property, not through the Wolf property as before. The basement of our house has two steps walking out into the back yard. We had a floor drain that drained into a small crushed rock basin in the ground below the drain to drain the small amount of water that might over flow the gutters. We recently spent $700 installing a French drain and sump. We are currently getting a quote to replace the two step walkout with a three or four step walkout to better protect the basement. We have talked about extending the clean out for the septic tank and the inspection box for the leaching field to ensure that sewer water does not get into the basement from a flooded septic tank. We should not have to spend this money on something that may or may not protect us from a storm because of the situation with the City and with Mr. Wolf. There is no question that the City culvert is entirely plugged and that the City is in violation of the drainage agreement they generated and signed, along with all other affected parties. As of this time, the IDNR has not had an Engineer visit the site to evaluate the situation. It is clear that no one evaluated drainage from the entire water shed at any time. On 11/15/11 Brian Lee (IDNR) sent the following: From: Lee, Brian /DNRj Sent: Tuesday, November 15,201110:32 AM To: 'BSchuch@aol.com' Cc: Stone, Kelly /DNRj; Jones, Terry /DNRj; Ostwinkle, Dennis /DNRj; brian- boelk@iowa- city.org; rdvorak@cojohnson.ia.us; Bouska, Amy [1DALS], kategiannini@ia.nacdnet.net, denny- gannon@iowa- city.org, gene@shoeheart.com Subject: RE: Complaint # 9111 -09; FOCD #13939 Bart, In regards to the section of the Iowa Code that I sent to you, it does appear that there may be violations of that code. However that specific section of code is not enforceable by this IDNR office or any other regulatory body. Violations of this rule may provide reasonable grounds for a civil case or damage claim. Again, that is why drainage issues between neighboringparties often become civil matters. What good is the Iowa Code if there is no regulatory body to enforce it ? As pointed out below, we certainly do not have the financial resources to bring a civil action against the State, County, City and all other parties involved I would like to get a response from the City and from the IDNR by August 24. If I do not get a response I will have to assume that everyone plans to continue to avoid the situation. At that time I can decide what my next course of action needs to be. Rick Dvorak: Rick, you have been very cooperative throughout this entire ordeal. At one time I believe you mentioned that at the time of the original construction the County had no authority to do anything about the drainage from the mobile home park, but would have today. Since this work was done recently does this statement still apply? It seems strange that the County has no authority over changes of this magnitude and that no permit is required. Would you please refresh my memory on this? Thank You Bart Schuchert 3911 Schuchert Dr. S.E. Iowa City, IA. 52246 -5888 319 - 351 -5702 bschuch@aol.com Ina message dated 3/30/2012 1:58:10 P.M. Central Daylight Time, 13Schuch[u aoI.com writes: It has been two months since I last requested information on what the City plans to do about the plugged culvert system mentioned below and what the DNR can or can not do (and who can) with the situation with Mr. Wolf filling in and laying —200 ft of RCP culvert across an area that was previously a —3 acre ft storm water drainage basin and storage area from our property and the Wolf property upstream of the City drainage system. I have not received a reply from the City or the DNR. City of Iowa Citv I originally discussed this problem with the City on 12 -17 -10 as shown from my notes of the meeting below. Meeting with Denny Gannon 12 -17 -10 Met briefly with Denny late in the day and discussed a good deal of information I left with him concerning the downstream blockage in all the culverts caused primarily by no excavation of the open ditch downstream from the 66" CMP culvert on the Russell property. The information also contained documentation related to design of the system from the City culvert downstream. Denny said he would give all this to Rick Foss as he was in on the original design. I had originally met with Denny on 9 -20 -10 requesting information on the City culvert system and again on 9 -22 -10 where Denny shared information on as built drawings generated by MMS along with other helpful information on the entire drainage system -see below. During the meeting on 9 -22 -10 Denny said he was told to remind me that I had signed a drainage agreement covering this area. Meeting With Denny Gannon (CITY OF IC) 9 -20 -10 After a VM on this date, Denny called back at 11:20 am. I met with him and explained what I wanted. Left him a copy of Johnathon Peck's profile of original mismatch of old City culvert. He also copied letter from City to Russell dated June 13, 1997; letter from R. Downer to J. Honorhan dated July 21, 1997 and letter to Atkin from Wolf (no date on letter). Denny said he would put some people on this and get what info he could about sizing, elevations, etc. Said he would get back with me. MeetingWith Denny Gannon (City of 1C) 9 -22 -10 Visited with Denny and he gave me a lot of information on the Russell -South Riverside Drive culvert plus all the other drainage structure from the West side of Highway 218 (Now Oak Crest Hill Rd) through the Russell Property. He was very open and helpful. We reviewed what he had given me and he pointed out some several areas where the AS BUILT drawings had not been as designed. Also gave me numerous elevations I did not have before. It is now 15 months since our 12 -27 -10 meeting and while the City has looked at the situation several times, met with me one time (Brian Boelk), sent several a -mails concerning the issue and agreed there is a problem; still, no action has been proposed or taken. All of the interchange I have had with the City, County, DNR, MMS and others is documented and available for review. If the City intends to continue to ignore this situation, even though this would clearly violate a Drainage Agreement signed by the City covering this drainage system, please let me know. Hopefully, this is not the case and the City is working on a plan to correct this problem and will soon have a solution. If nothing is done, the complete drainage system from the West side of Old Highway 218 South to the Iowa River will continue to get worse and become completely inoperable. Please reply DNR I first met with the DNR (Brian Lee) on 9/29/11. I had previously tried to set up a meeting with the DNR and other parties involved but Brian responded in an e -mail dated 9- 27 -11: "1 would like to just meet with you and observe site conditions at this time. We can dive into your documentation and involve others in a meeting at a later time if needed. I am available Thursday to meet with you so let me know what time between 8 -4 works for you ". When I met with Brian I gave him a fair amount of information including my notes of discussions with Mr. Wolf, Rick Dvorak (Johnson Co.), City of Iowa City, Glen Meisuer(MMS) and others. I also gave him documentation of flow rates throughout the system, MMS design drawings of the area in question, etc. Brian walked the area, took some notes, said he would talk to people in the Des Moines office, etc. and get back to me. On 10/17/111 received a letter from the DNR(Brian Lee) stating that his office had no authority to do anything regarding the situation with Mr. Wolf or the situation with the City. Brian enclosed a section from the Iowa Code 2003 Section 468.621 in support of his decision. On 11/14/111 sent an e -mail to Brian Lee in response to the letter and section of Iowa code mentioned above. A portion of this e-mail is shown below: Brian Lee: 7. When we met you mentioned that you would be contacting Des Moines as part of your investigation. Did this happen and did oy u copy them with the information I gave you? The information given to you was just a very small sample of what I have. In your e-mail to me of 9 -27 -2011 you said "I would like to just meet with you and observe site conditions at this time. We can dive into your documentation and involve others in a meeting at a later time if needed." I assumed that we would have further discussion with the appropriate people from the IDNR. Will this happen or does the IDNR have no authority to do an Wng in a situation like we have here? If the IDNR has no authority to handle situations like this who does? On 1/5/12 1 received an e -mail from Brian Lee as shown below: Bart. I have forwarded the information you provided to me at the time of our meeting on to Kelly Stone in the Flood Plains Engineering Department in Des Moines (see below email in italics sent to you on November 15, 2011). Please contact Kelly at 866 -849- 10 0321 to seek further assistance from the DNR. Feel free to contact my supervisor, Dennis Ostwinkle, to discuss. Brian From: Lee, Brian [DNRJ Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 201110:32 AM To: 'BSchuch @aol.com' Cc: Stone, Kelly [DNR]; Jones, Terry [DNRJ; Ostwinkle, Dennis [DNR]; brian-boelk@iowa- city.org; rdvorak@cojohnson. ia. us; Bouska, Amy[IDALS]; kate.giannini @ia.nacdnetnet; deny- gannon @iowa- city.org, gene@shoeheart.com Subject. RE: Complaint # 9111 -09; FOCD #13939 Bart, In regards to the section of the Iowa Code that 1 sent to you, it does appear that there may be violations of that code. However that specific section of code is not enforceable by this IDNR office or any other regulatory body. Violations of this rule may provide reasonable grounds for a civil case or damage claim. Again, that is why drainage issues between neighboring parties often become civil matters. The IDNR Flood Plain Department does deal with drainage issues in addition to flood plain permitting. 1 cannot promise that they would be able to provide any additional assistance or require any action by the neighboringfacility, but they are the section of the IDNR that should be contacted to seek further assistance in situations like this. Certain permits are required for work along creeks and other areas of drainage and they would be able to inform you if any would apply or needed to have been applied for. I appreciate the information you provided and we are instructed to provide the Flood Plain technical assistance number to parties that have drainage or flood plain questions or issues. However I will forward all the information you provided me onto Kelly Stone in the IDNR flood plain engineering section in Des Moines and he will review the information. You will still need to call the technical assistance line (866- 849 -0321) to discuss the issue with Kelly or whoever it gets assi need to. Brian Andy Jensen: 11 I have not had a response from you as of this date, and am not sure how much information you have. It would seem that to fully understand what has happened you would need to visit the site and look at the effect Mr. Wolf has had on drainage of the entire water shed with what he has done. All of the work done occurred long after the original grading and site drawings were approved by the County to allow construction of the mobile home park. It would seem that this much work (clearly creating a radical change in water flow) would require some kind of permit from a County or State agency. Please contact me and let me know where you are on this. Hopefully you could visit the site and we could discuss the situation. I have much more additional information we could review Thanks: Bart Schuchert 3911 Schuchert Dr. Iowa City, IA 52246 In a message dated 1/26/2012 1:48:25 P.M. Central Standard Time, BSchuchQlaol.com writes: Brian: 12 Enclosed is an Excel file with nine work sheets (referred to as attachments in comments below). I am quite sure you have seen the exhibits before except for six and seven. Also in this file, the exhibit numbers may be different and some notation changed or added. In response to your reply of 12/2/11 (resent to me on 1/5/12), shown below in red, I offer the following comments: You state: As previously mentioned and noted, the City is aware of the storm sewer pipe/culvert that is 75% full of water. First, I am not clear how you determined that the system is 75% full of water. Brian Lee also determined the same thing. I believe that most of the drainage system you refer to is nearly 100% full of silt and water, and that the longer no action is taken, the system will become more silt and less water (see Exhiits 2,3,4,5 in the enclosed Excel file) . Please refer to exhibit one of the enclosed Excel file. You will notice that the ground level downstream from the exit of the drainage system is 5.2 It higher than the discharge IE of the 5.5 ft RCP City culvert across Riverside drive and 4.7 ft higher than the discharge IE of the 5.5 It CMP culvert across the Russell property (the 5.5' CMP Russell culvert was laid on a negative slope). If you refer to exhibits two and four you will see that the inlet of the RCP City culvert is nearly full. The outlet of this RCP culvert is 0.7' lower, so the culvert is nearly 100% full of silt and water. Most of this system is laid on a slightly negative slope and is therefore more likely to fill with silt, even if flowing into an open downstream discharge. With no open discharge, this part of the system plus the drainage system upstream will continue to silt in even faster. Please note that we do not feel that this is impacting your property as the problem pertaining to your property occurs prior to this pipe in that the stormwater is not able to get out or get into the system due to the current grading and lack of outlet. As you have noted, the problem at hand is the fact that the previous overland flow and outlet has been blocked within the Wolf property by the 54" storm sewer and earthen fill. 13 I agree that the work done by Mr. Wolf has had a severe impact on the ability of storm water to flow out of our property. During a heavy rain in a short period of time this area originally allowed free flow from our property and stored approximately three acre feet of water that the City system could not handle. Was this storage considered when the City designed their 66" RCP culvert across South Riverside Drive and the 66" CMP culvert across the Russell property? This stored water was primarily back flow from the City system. The City system not only handles storm water from the Wolf property and our property but also a large amount of water from the road ditches North and South entering the City system down stream of the Wolf and Schuchert properties (See Exhibits six and seven). With the Wolf property now not available for free flow of storm water from our property, storm water storage and the Wolf culvert extending all the way to the road ditch, all of the back up from the City culvert system will flow onto our property (See Exhibit Eight). As we have previously discussed, our primary concern is back flow from the culvert, a severally restricted historic flow from our property onto the Wolf property and the absence of storm water storage on the Wolf property flooding a septic system and basement floor of a house we have on our property. This area has separate drainage from the house directly to the road ditch (see Exhibit eight) and the elevation of the septic system is just slightly higher than the crown elevation of the RCB culvert across Old Highway 218. The finished elevation of South Riverside drive above the RCP culvert was to be 643.60 and the inlet crown elevation of the RCB culvert across Old Highway 218 is 644.07. When the flow exceeded the capacity of the 327 cfs 66" RCP City culvert and the 190 cfs 66" CMP Russell culvert, the water was to flow across South Riverside Drive to a drainage ditch North of the Russell property. If this works, we should not have a big problem. As shown on Exhibit nine, the flow rate of the RCB culvert across Old Highway 218 is 590 cfs and the RR culvert 814 cfs. Both of these flow rates far exceed the design flow of the 327 cfs City RCP culvert and the City designed 190 cfs CMP culvert across the Russell property. 14 However, if the RCB culvert and the RR culvert are restricted or the elevation of the road and drainage ditch are higher than 643.60, this will not happen and the water will back flow onto our property. The major portion of our ground did drain to the West of the above mentioned house through the Wolf property to the road ditch. While this historic flow has been severely restricted with Mr Wolf filling the drainage area and adding —200 ft of 54" RCP culvert, it is unknown how much of this flow will now be diverted unto our property during a heavy rain. It is clear a significant amount will be. If Mr. Wolf chooses to totally restrict the historic flow from our property onto his, the entire flow from his property to the West and our property to the West will be diverted onto our property. We have continued to look into remedies for the partially full storm sewer pipe that was installed in a joint effort between multiple entities. As I'm sure you are aware, there is not a quick and easy solution to this problem and certainly not one that does not involve substantial cost of which there has been no previous funding assigned. Again, though this is not ideal it currently is not causing any problems to drainage on your property that we are aware of. We will continue to look into this partially full pipe and see if we can find a remedy that can be funded and implemented. You mention that you continue to look into remedies for the partially full storm sewer pipe that was installed in a joint venture between multiple entities. These multiple entities signed an agreement that clearly identified responsibilities and liabilities for each party involved. Brian: Per your e-mail of 6 -9 -11 you had walked the area, made several observations and said; I have a meeting scheduled next week with our City Attorney's office to discuss this issue and the agreement between all parties. I will try to give you an update following that meeting. I never got a reply back on your meeting with the City Attorney's office. Could you let me know what was discussed and what conclusions were reached? It would seem the very least to expect is that the drainage ditch be completed through the Russell, Ace and City property to Willow creek. The work on this portion of the agreement was clearly never done. If this were completed, it would be possible to determine the degree of silting in the system and it would certainly offer some short time relief. It would seem that additional funding should not be required for this work that was never done. is There should be adequate slope to extend the ditch to Willow creek since, per the agreement, this was agreed upon with a 1% slope on the 66" CMP culvert across the Russell property and the ditch downstream being extended to Willow creek from where the water would flow to the river. The current discharge elevation IE of the 66" CMP Russell culvert is 634.98 and per the agreement it was to be 631.56. This 3.42 ft differential should certainly allow the drainage ditch to be excavated to flow to Willow Creek and from Willow Creek to the river. You mention that "although the situation is not ideal it currently is not causing any problems to drainage on your property that we are aware of ". As mentioned above, drainage is an issue as is a culvert system that can not handle the flow rate during a heavy rain over a short period of time. Since Mr. Wolf filled the previous storage area and added the 54" CMP we have not had a heavy rain in a short period of time. Also we have not had a rain on frozen or saturated ground which causes high runoff rates. The present drainage system is acting as a dam during these situations. Our property will now become a reservoir for the City drainage system. Brian Boelk I do believe you are working on this but we seem to be getting nowhere. As we have previously discussed if no action is taken, the situation will only get worse and be more costly to correct. Brian Lee: I talked to Kelly Stone and he has assigned Andy Jensen to look into this situation. I have not talked with Andy but I will contact him first by copy of this e-mail. Andy: I have much more information than what was sent to you by Brian Lee. Brian had the advantage of visiting the area which at this time you have not. After you have read this e-mail and gone over what was given to you by Brian, perhaps we can talk. Thank You Bart Schuchert 3911 Schuchert Dr. S.E. Iowa City, IA. 52246 -5888 319 - 351 -5702 16 Bart, As previously mentioned and noted, the City is aware of the storm sewer pipe/culvert that is 75% full of water. Please note that we do not feel that this is impacting your property as the problem pertaining to your property occurs prior to this pipe in that the stormwater is not able to get out or get into the system due to the current grading and lack of outlet. As you have noted, the problem at hand is the fact that the previous overland flow and outlet has been blocked within the Wolf property by the 54" storm sewer and earthen fill. We have continued to look into remedies for the partially full storm sewer pipe that was installed in a joint effort between multiple entities. As I'm sure you are aware, there is not a quick and easy solution to this problem and certainly not one that does not involve substantial cost of which there has been no previous funding assigned. Again, though this is not ideal it currently is not causing any problems to drainage on your property that we are aware of. We will continue to look into this partially full pipe and see if we can find a remedy that can be funded and implemented. Thank you for your patience and keeping me up to date on the status of this complaint. Sincerely, Brian A. Boelk, P.E., CPESC Sr. Civil Engineer City of Iowa City Office: 319- 356 -5437 Cell: 319 - 400 -1056 brian-boelkn,iowa-c ity.o re In a message dated 1/5/2012 1:22:54 P.M. Central Standard Time, BSchuch@aol.com writes: Brian: 17 I apologize for sending my e-mail of 1/4/12 not realizing you had previously responded. I can not find your e-mail in my file and I am sure it is my problem but to keep my records straight I would appreciate it if you would re -send the 12 -2 -2011 e-mail, along with the 'copy to" file so I can have a record. Thank You for your continued help on this issue. Bart Schuchert bschuch _ aol.com In a message dated 1/4/2012 2:45:08 P.M. Central Standard Time, Brian- Boelk(a),iowa- city.org writes: Bart, Please note I sent the following to you (in red) in an email response dated December 21 2011. Bart, As previously mentioned and noted, the City is aware of the storm sewer pipe /culvert that is 75% full of water. Please note that we do not feel that this is impacting your property as the problem pertaining to your property occurs prior to this pipe in that the stormwater is not able to get out or get into the system due to the current grading and lack of outlet. As you have noted, the problem at hand is the fact that the previous overland flow and outlet has been blocked within the Wolf property by the 54" storm sewer and earthen fill. We have continued to look into remedies for the partially full storm sewer pipe that was installed in a joint effort between multiple entities. As I'm sure you are aware, there is not a quick and easy solution to this problem and certainly not one that does not involve substantial cost of which there has been no previous funding assigned. Again, though this is not ideal it 18 currently is not causing any problems to drainage on your property that we are aware of. We will continue to look into this partially full pipe and see if we can find a remedy that can be funded and implemented. Thank you for your patience and keeping me up to date on the status of this complaint. Sincerely, Brian A. Boelk, P.E., CPESC Sr. Civil Engineer City of Iowa City Office: 319- 356 -5437 Cell: 319 - 400 -1056 brian- boelk(a),iowa- city.o rE Thanks, Brian A. Boelk, P.E., CPESC Sr. Civil Engineer City of Iowa City Office: 319- 356 -5437 Cell: 319- 400 -1056 brian- boelk(2iowa- city.org From: BSchuch @aol.com [mai Ito: BSchuch @aol.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 1:15 PM To: brian.lee @dnr.iowa.gov; Denny Gannon; Brian Boelk Cc: Rick Fosse; rdvorak @co.johnson.ia.us; amy.bouska @ia.nacdnet; kate.giannini @ia.nacdnet.net; 19 gene @shoeheart.com Subject: Fwd: Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCD 413939 Brian Lee: It has been more than six weeks since I asked for a response, as shown below on a copied portion of my 11/14/11 e- mail, and have received none. 7. When we met you mentioned that you would be contacting Des Moines as part of your investigation. Did this happen and did you copy them with the information I gave you? The information given to you was just a very small sample of what I have. In your e-mail to me of 9 -27 -2011 you said "I would like to just meet with you and observe site conditions at this time. We can dive into your documentation and involve others in a meeting at a later time if needed." 1 assumed that we would have further discussion with the appropriate people from the IDNR. Will this happen or does the IDNR have no authority to do anything in a situation like we have here? If the IDNR has no authority to handle situations like this who does? Denny Gannon, Brian Boelk: Denny: It has been just over one year (12- 17 -10) since I met with you and shared information and concerns I had put together based on our meeting of 9 -22 -10 related to drainage issues of the City Culvert system across Old Highway 218 and South Riverside Drive from our property. At that time, you said you were going to contact Rick Fosse as he was involved in the design of the project. As mentioned on my e-mail of 11/14/11 the last response I had from the City (Brian Boelk) was on 6 -9 -11. As of this date, I have not received a further response, despite numerous requests. Brian Boelk: 20 As mentioned above, my last response from you was on a 6 -9- 11 e-mail in which you said: "I have a meeting scheduled next week with our City Attorney's office to discuss this issue and the agreement between all parties. I will try to give you an update following that meeting ". As of this date, I have not received a further response, despite numerous requests. Brian Lee, Denny Gannon, Brian Boelk: This issue may be of little importance to all of you, but it is very much of an issue to me. Please talk to me either by e- mail or better yet with a meeting where we can discuss the issue in detail. To ignore the issue and hope it will go away is not a solution. From: BSchuch @aol.com To: brian.lee @dnr.iowa.gov CC: brian -boelk @iowa - city.org, rdvorak @coj ohnson. ia. us, amy.bouska @ia.nacdnet.net, kate.giannini @ia.nacdnet.net, denny- gannon @iowa- city.org, gene @shoeheart.com Sent: 1 1/14/20113:24:44 P.M. Central Standard Time Subj: RE: Complaint # 9/11 -09; FOCI) #13939 I received your letter of October 17, 2011 and a copy of section 468.621 from the Iowa Code, but due to family medical problems was unable to respond until now. A copy of the letter and the section of the Iowa code are attached. 21 In your letter of October you state: "The storm sewer (City of Iowa City) that I observed was almost 75% full of storm water, but this office does not have the authority to require additional action be taken. The city is aware of the issue and it is their responsibility to properly manage their collection system, but again this is not something this IDNR office has jurisdiction over." Following is a very brief summary of discussion with the City to date: 1.) The City is aware of the problem as you say, and has been since they had MMS run an as built survey in September of 2000, yet they have done nothing to correct the problem. The as built information was shared with me on 9 -22 -10 when I met with Denny Gannon requesting information about downstream drainage from our property and the Wolf property. 2.) I met with Denny Gannon on 12 -17 -10 and left a good deal of information concerning the downstream blockage in all the city culverts caused primarily by improper excavation of the open ditch on the Russell property. The information also included documentation related to design of the city drainage system, or collection system as noted in your letter. Denny said he would give this information to Rick Foss as he was familiar with the original design of this collection system. 3.) After a call to Denny Gannon on 2- 25 -11, I received a call from Brian Boelk and we set up a meeting for 3 -2 -11 to discuss the culvert issue. After a fairly lengthy meeting with Brian I felt some action to correct the drainage problems was finally going to happen. 4.) I received an e-mail from Brian Boelk on 6 -9 -11 saying he had walked the area, was fully aware of the magnitude of the problem and would be meeting with the City Attorney's Office the following week to discuss the issue and agreement between all parties involved in the area. Said he would try to give me an update following the meeting. As of this date I have not received a reply. 22 As of this date, there has been no response from the City since 6 -9 -11 despite numerous requests. Brian/Denny- Please bring me up to date on what the City plans to do. Thanks Bart Schuchert Regarding the Wolf property to the North you state: "The retention and drainage issues you outlined between your properties and the neighbor to the north may not be ideal, but again this office does not have the authority to require additional action be taken to address the same." Section 468.621 of the Iowa Code is shown below along with comments. Iowa Code 2003: Section 468.621 468.621 Drainage in course of natural drainage -- reconstruction -- damages. Owners of land may drain the land in the general course of natural drainage by constructing or reconstructing open or covered drains, discharging the drains in any natural watercourse or depression so the water will be carried into some other natural watercourse, and if the drainage is wholly upon the owners land the owner is not liable in damages for the drainage unless it increases the quantity of water or changes the manner of discharge 23 on the land of another. An owner in constructing a replacement drain, wholly on the owner's land, and in the exercise of due care, is not liable in damages to another if a previously constructed drain on the owner's own land is rendered inoperative or less efficient by the new drain, unless in violation of the terms of a written contract. This section does not affect the rights or liabilities of properties in respect to running streams. 1. The work done by Mr. Wolf clearly increases the quantity of water on our land and radically changes the manner of discharge from our land onto the Wolf property. Before Mr Wolf added significant fill in an area that was previously a large MMS designed drainage basin and installed —200 ft.of 54" RCP culvert across the area, clearly shown with no RCP culvert on the MMS design, the natural drainage from our property ran freely onto the Wolf property and then to the road ditch as it has for decades. 2. In a previous discussion with Mr. Wolf on 9 -14 -10 when he was filling this area I was told by Mr. Wolf that "Not only was he going to fill this drainage basin but also the drainage ditch taking water from our property. He said we would have to dig a ditch on our property to take our water to the culvert." At the time of this conversation, Mr. Wolf had not yet installed the RCP culvert across the area. 3. The drainage from our property is now restricted to a small V- shaped drainage swale that flows over the top of the new 54" RCP culvert into a small opening of the previous inlet apron of the RCP exit culvert to the road ditch. This is shown on the attached Word file. In addition to the water from our property, a significant amount of water currently flows from the Wolf property West of our property, across our property, back to the Wolf property North of our property, through what was the Wolf drainage basin and to the road ditch. The ongoing changes made by Mr. Wolf will run even more water onto our property, which originally drained from our property onto the Wolf property and into the road ditch to the city collection system. We continue to become a storm water storage area for a highly tax payer subsidized mobile home park. 4. In your letter you mention that "Drainage issues between neighboring properties often become a civil matter in court." Please understand that we do 24 not have the finances to go to court against a mobile home park that brings in —$1.5 million in yearly lot rent, the City of Iowa City, Russell Enterprises and possibly MMS. 5. In your letter you mention that "The retention and drainage issues you outlined between your properties and the neighbor the North may not be ideal, but again this office does not have the authority to require additional action be taken." First, no action by anyone has been taken except that Mr Wolf continues to make things worse for drainage of our property. If Mr. Wolf continues to fill and totally shuts off historic flow from our property onto his and add significant flow from his property to the West onto ours can the IDNR do anything at this point? This whole situation is hard to understand; the County can do nothing, the IDNR can do nothing and at this time we do not know what the City will do. 6. In your letter you say "At this time I recommend that you contact IDNR Flood Plain Permitting technical assistance at 866- 849 -0321. They might be able to assist you with drainage issues and provide proper permits for any work that will take place in the flood plain or along waters of the State." I am quite sure none of our property or the Wolf property is in the flood plain, so I do not understand how contacting them could help. You mention providing permits. Does this mean Mr. Wolf should have gotten a permit before the work he did? 7. When we met you mentioned that you would be contacting Des Moines as part of your investigation. Did this happen and did you copy them with the information I gave you? The information given to you was just a very small sample of what I have. In your e- mail to me of 9 -27 -2011 you said "I would like to just meet with you and observe site conditions at this time. 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RL 6ELL SECTION 27- T- M-ft6W ' ___ 0= THE 5TH PM. 1 -------------------------------------------- - - .--------- ' r--- 7*35 4 " W --- ----- ._ N `� I ALE AUTO REGY0FR5, INC.' LEGAL DESCRIPTION CENTERLINE OF A 20.00 FOOT WIDE STORM SEWER AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT 57542: f ^ ^� Commencing at the Northwest Corner of the Northwest Quarter, of Section 27, Township 79 North, Range 6 West, of the Fifth Principal Meridian; Thence SOO'25'54 "W, along the West Line of Sold Northwest Quarter, 703.94 feet; 50iFhWE5T CORNER Thence N87'35'44 "W, 219.49 feet; Thence S75'42'36 "E, 225.94 feet, to a Point NORTMVEST gtARTER on said West Line of the Northwest Quarter, and the Point of Beginning 0 of the Centerline of a 20.00 foot wide Storm Sewer and Drainage Easement; SECTION 27- T- M-ft6W Thence continuing 575'42'36 "E, 165.87 feet, to the Point of Termination of 0= THE 5TH PM. said Centerfine of a 20.00 foot Wide Storm Sewer and Drainage Easement. PIN fND NO2T1WYE9T CORNER NCRTHIWEST gJARTrR 0= SECTION 27- T791,1-Z6W Or THE 5TH PM. PIN rw CD Cn 07 O . 01 OP bEMNIN& 0= rrf- CENTERLINE 0= A 1000 EOOF WIDE STORM 3,-F -R " PP,AINAGE EASEMENT urY OE IOWA CITY 575 q2 � F :. #.1 CITY OF IOWA CITY IP10 MEMORANDUM Date: February 20, 2014 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Faith Academy At the February 18 City Council meeting, under Public Discussion, Wisdom Nwafor appeared with an update on the Faith Academy. He encouraged Council to view a video but did not have the website. I have been informed that the Faith Academy website had been redesigned and the video is now available from the home page at www.faithacademyiowa.org. -- 0237 -14 IP11 J MINUTES APPROVED CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 3, 2013 HELLING CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL, 8:00 A.M. Members Present: Susan Mims, Michelle Payne, Matt Hayek Staff Present: Wendy Ford, Tracy Hightshoe, Jeff Davidson, Tom Markus, Geoff Fruin, Steve Long, Eleanor Dilkes Others Present: Ashley Zitner, Mike Tylka, Vanessa Fixmer - Ortiz, Ray Heitner, and Kevin Randle (U of I students); Nancy Quellhorst, Chamber; Pat Shafer, Corridor Business Journal; Irvin Pfab (retired) RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: There were none. CALL MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Mims at 8:05 A.M. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS: Chairperson Mims welcomed everyone and asked that those present introduce themselves for the minutes. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The first action was to review the minutes of the July 30, 2013, Economic Development Committee meeting. There was no discussion. Payne moved to approve minutes from the July 30, 2013, meeting as submitted. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. DISCUSS COMPETITIVE PROCESS FOR DISPOSITION OF COURT /LINN PROPERTY: Davidson spoke to Members regarding the interest in the Court/Linn property, noting that interest has picked up again. He gave Members a brief history of this property, noting that about a year ago they put out an RFP for this parcel. Because of the Gilbert/College St. project, developers were not interested in the Court/Linn property at that time. Davidson continued to brief Members on a possible public /private venture, noting that the plan for this area does reflect a parking facility in the vicinity. He added that there is a lot of flexibility, however, in what they decide to ultimately pursue here. One question that staff would like Member's input on is whether the project should include student housing. He noted that some of the interested developers only do student housing. Mims asked what distinctions there would be between student housing and regular housing, and in knowing that, how can Council help the direction of development at this location. Davidson EDC September 3, 2013 - p. 2 responded, speaking to some of the student - oriented developers and how they handle their projects. He noted that unit types, number of bedrooms, and building amenities typically determine if a unit is geared towards students or not. Dilkes noted that while they cannot declare 'no students,' they can certainly put conditions in the development agreement about rental versus sale of units. Hayek questioned supporting a student housing project with public dollars. Payne asked if having the Court Street Transportation Center nearby would be a detriment to selling units. She noted that perhaps this area is preferable for student housing because of that. Mims noted that she would agree with Hayek that public funds should not be part of a student housing project. Davidson spoke to the TIF issue, noting that this parcel has been in non -tax paying status since the 1920s. Markus asked Davidson to address the range of uses that have been of interest to developers for this parcel. Davidson stated that aside from student housing, workforce housing and hospitality are the preferred uses. Two developers have said they would build a hotel on the site. Retail and office space have also been suggested. Residential does appear to be the predominant use— either student or non - student, according to Davidson. Hayek noted that at one time workforce housing was the big suggestion for this area. Davidson noted that workforce housing and townhomes have both been suggested again. Payne questioned the use of TIF at all in this instance. Mims clarified that what staff wants to know is what directives to follow in this case, such as student or non - student housing. The more precise they can be with these details, the more likely they will receive proposals suited to their needs. Members continued to discuss this parcel, questioning the timeframe for a parking deck. Markus reminded them of the other projects in the area and when they might start to see an increased parking demand. Hayek responded to the initial question of whether student or non - student housing should be supported, stating that he would not be in favor of subsidies or incentives for student housing. He spoke about some of the other projects in this area and how they might influence the demands once completed. Payne recalled the plan for the Riverfront Crossings area, stating that she did not envision student housing in this area but rather, closer to the river. Davidson agreed, noting that the site closer to the river is slated for student housing. Mims spoke to the timing of a project, stating that she would see student housing as the last thing on the list if they are wanting to spark development in this area. She believes that office and maybe even a hotel would have a catalyst effect on the area of Riverfront Crossings. Payne stated that she agrees with Mims' assessment. Hayek asked what staff thinks about this site. Markus stated that a mixed -use building would be ideal. Mims noted the difficulty in defining workforce housing and affordable housing. Mims asked what others think about a hotel on this site, versus the standard mixed -use building. Markus noted that there appears to be an increase in hotel interest, not just here but in neighboring communities as well. He added that these developers are interested, but not without incentives. Hayek stated again that he would not be interested in incenting student housing and would rather stay closer to the established plan for the Riverfront Crossings area. Members continued to grapple with the wording and preferences for proposals on this site. Mims reiterated that she believes timing is key for this project, and that she is not interested in entertaining a project that is predominantly student - oriented. EDC September 3, 2013 - p. 3 DISCUSS EMPLOYMENT BASED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Ford noted at a prior meeting that Members had asked staff to continue exploring this idea, and said that they have come up with some new ideas. She explained that staff is exploring ways to assist businesses that do not add to the property tax base but still add great value to the community and may one day request financial assistance. She explained it is often in the business' best interest to lease as opposed to buy property, especially when they are still relatively young, and in a fast growing state. The refined idea Ford presented to Members is a deferred interest loan that would be tied to a three -to -five -year growth plan, which may or may not include the purchase of real estate during the term. After each year the business would be monitored against what they had agreed to, such as the creation of "X" number of jobs. After the term of the loan, a percentage of it would be due and payable. The percentage could be negotiated in each instance. Ford asked for feedback on the idea before going further. Davidson added that they have actual business interested in this type of proposal, and that the examples provided in the memo are not just hypothetical. Mims stated that she likes the creativity of the proposal, especially finding a way for such businesses to expand and to stay in Iowa City. Payne agreed, but stated in the examples given, that amounts due and payable at the end of the term were unclear. Ford stated that staff did have trouble illustrating this, and she then further clarified that the performance metrics companies agreed to would be used as a measuring stick for how much of the loan they would be required to pay. If they met all agreed -upon metrics, then more of the loan could be forgiven; if they did not meet performance metrics, then less of the loan would be forgiven. Markus noted that staff is still working on the details as they try to find the best way to handle such a proposal. Dilkes added that the difficult part will be how they are going to secure these obligations. STAFF TIME: Davidson noted that the Harrison Street/MidwestOne project is still in negotiations. Council should see these soon. The Chauncey negotiations have run into a couple of snags, but once the developer has a couple of issues resolved they will resume. Davidson also noted there are has been some interest in the industrial park but nothing that can be disclosed yet. As for Towncrest, he noted that Williams Street is currently being reconstructed with new infrastructure and streetscape design. The Building Change fagade program continues to be of interest to property owners. He also noted the City's participation in a master planning study of the 100 block of East Washington Street with key property owners in the block. COMMITTEE TIME: None. OTHER BUSINESS: None. ADJOURNMENT: Hayek moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 A.M. Payne seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. EDC September 3, 2013 - p. 4 Council Economic Development Committee ATTENDANCE RECORD 2012-2013 Key: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused TERM O O O O O NAME EXP. �' 0) w o N -1 - O W Michelle 01/02/14 X X X X X Payne Matt 01/02/14 X O/ X X X Hayek E Susan 01/02/14 X X X X X Mims Key: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused EDC February 10, 2014 1 I P 12 PRELIMINARY MINUTES CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 10, 2014 CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL, 8:00 A.M. Members Present: Susan Mims, Michelle Payne, Matt Hayek Staff Present: Wendy Ford, Tracy Hightshoe, Jeff Davidson, Tom Markus, Steve Long, Eleanor Dilkes Others Present: Taki Mullins (Butter); Adam McLaughlin (Midwest One Bank); Bob Long (MetaCommunications); Dan Cilek (Meta Communications); Aly Brown (Press- Citizen); Andy Brodie (Film Scene); Bill Thomasson (Film Scene); Laura Bergus (Film Scene); Mark Nolte (ICAD); Nancy Quellhorst (Chamber) RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: Payne moved to recommend the request for financial assistance from Film Scene per staff recommendation. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. Hayek moved to recommend the request for an Economic Development grant to assist Meta Communications in their expansion and relocation per staff recommendation. Payne seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. Payne moved to recommend the request for a CDBG Economic Development Loan to Butter, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant, per staff recommendation. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. CALL MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Mims at 8:01 A.M. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS: Chairperson Mims welcomed everyone and asked that those present introduce themselves for the minutes. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The first action was to review the minutes of the September 3, 2013, Economic Development Committee meeting. There was no discussion. Payne moved to approve minutes from the September 3, 2013, meeting as submitted. Hayek seconded the motion. EDC February 10, 2014 2 PRELIMINARY Motion carried 3 -0. CONSIDER REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM FILM SCENE Ford gave the background on this request. As noted in the packet information, two separate studies have indicated a strong desire for movie theaters in the downtown district. Two years ago, Andy Brodie and Andrew Sherburne approached the Planning Department with plans to start an art house cinema that would fill this void. Staff worked with Brodie and Sherburne to find the right space for this vision. After two years, the two began to work with Marc Moen on the possibility of creating some space in the old Vito's location for an initial venue. By this time, they had formed their board of directors, incorporated as a non - profit and begun to raise funds. Ford noted that Film Scene has been doing well, exceeding some early expectations, but they still require financial assistance. As with many non - profit arts organizations, they count on two sources of income — contributed funds (donations) and earned revenues (ticket sales and concessions). Film Scene's projections are conservative in terms of fundraising and tickets sales, and there will be a deficit for the first three years of operation. Ford noted that Film Scene has requested three years of funding to get them through until they can operate without a deficit. They have requested a declining amount of $35,000 in FY15; $25,000 in FY 16 and $15,000 in FY17. This total of $75,000 would reduce Film Scene's projected deficit of $179,000 at the end of the three - year period, and also require a combination of additional fundraising and for them to obtain an operating line -of- credit from their bank. Ford noted that movie -going is an activity that helps to fill an entertainment void downtown. She recalled for Members the rehab improvements made to the building, and the assistance the developer received, specifically for replacing the roof, the HVAC system, and adding an elevator in view of the future potential for the building as a non - alcohol entertainment, retail and office venue in the ped mall. She noted the developer, in turn, is helping Film Scene by providing a below- market rent rate for them. Ford also referenced two the Council's strategic planning priority goals of having a vibrant urban core and engaging in strategic economic development activities, and said that supporting this request is aligned with City Council's Strategic Planning Priorities. Andy Brody then addressed the Members. He said that they have been pleased with the success of Film Scene so far. Film Scene has been open full -time for almost three months now, and they have been averaging more than 40 people per show, and as of this morning, have sold 5,770 tickets since opening full -time. He added that they now anticipate 25,000 admissions in their first year of being open full -time, about 7,000 more than their original projections. Brody noted that they have a predominantly non - student membership program where members pay an annual fee and receive $5.00 admission to all regular programming. Normally tickets are $8.50 each, with a $7.50 price for a matinee, $6.50 for seniors 60 +, and $6.50 for University of Iowa students. They also hope to extend this discount to Kirkwood College students in the future. Brody noted that about 700 to 800 of the admissions were U of I students. The IndieGoGo (a web -based crowd sourcing) Campaign netted around 225 members and a fundraising total of $91,000. So far more than 900 individuals have made contributions to Film Scene through either the social EDC February 10, 2014 3 PRELIMINARY media campaign or through the Founder's Circle campaign and Film Scene has over 350 annual paying members currently. Brody then responded to Members' questions about the jobs at Film Scene. There are currently two full -time and one part-time employee, in addition to six part -time box office staff and four part -time projectionists. Box office and concession staff starts at $7.50 an hour plus tips, and shift managers make $8.00 while projectionists make $10.00 hour. The head projectionist's pay is at $12.50 per hour, with the salary for the executive director is $35,000; $30,000 for the operations director; and $15,000 for the part-time marketing director. Payne asked if the possible minimum wage increase will have much effect on Film Scene, and Brody stated that they have not looked at those numbers yet. Hayek noted that the Board of Directors for Film Scene is packed with talent, adding that this really gives him confidence for their success. He asked about fundraising for the near future and how Film Scene plans to deal with this going forward. Brody responded, noting they plan to increase membership in their $1,000 Founder's Circle level. Mims then asked what impacts are expected if the College /Gilbert Street project moves forward with Marc Moen. Brody noted that they did do a Letter of Intent to be included in the project when it was first being discussed, and added that they hope to have the College /Gilbert project as an expansion of Film Scene, not a replacement. As far as he knows, the developer intends to keep the theater at the College /Gilbert Street location. Brody also spoke to how he hopes to host a film festival one day, and that in concert with the Englert and the eventual Chauncey project, they would be well on their way to being able to host a substantial film festival. Payne asked for an explanation of the difference between Scene 1 and Film Scene. Brody said Scene 1 basically refers to the space at 118 E. College, and Scene 2 would most likely be the next space. It is more of a marketing tool than anything else. With no further discussion, Chairperson Mims asked for a motion. Payne moved to recommend the request for financial assistance from Film Scene per staff recommendation. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. CONSIDER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANT TO ASSIST META COMMUNICATIONS IN THEIR EXPANSION AND RELOCATION: Steve Long spoke to the Members regarding this grant request, noting that Meta Communications is a software development company based in Iowa City. They have thousands of customers all over the world, and have been housed in Iowa City since 1991. They also have offices in Chicago and St. Petersburg, Russia. Long stated that Meta has outgrown their current space on South Gilbert Street and has been looking for something in the downtown area. Due to several factors, namely the cost of staying downtown, Meta began to look elsewhere. Long stated that they began to work with Meta to help them stay in Iowa City as this is where they truly wanted to stay as they expand their operations. One of the issues was the cost of parking for their employees. Long stated that they came up with a way to assist by providing parking permits over a three -year period and a declining number of permits over subsequent years, if their goals to add 20 more employees were met. Another need is high -speed internet, something currently missing in this area. Long noted that the City is working with South Slope to provide the fiber optic line needed for this high -speed capability. EDC February 10, 2014 4 PRELIMINARY Long continued, explaining the costs for the Meta Communications' expansion. They are currently looking at purchasing three floors. The actual purchase will be made by a separate entity who will then lease back to Meta Communications. Looking ahead, Meta plans to have 53 employees by the end of three years. Hayek asked about the total cost to the City for this request, and Long explained. Over a 10 -year period, there would be a $222,720 value for the parking permits, plus the requested $58,000 of the total $300,000 build out costs. Long stated that staff is recommending approval of the funding request. Payne stated that she thinks it sounds like an exciting project and she looks forward to having this downtown. Markus added that it shows the company's commitment to downtown, as well. Bob Long from Meta added that they want to stay in Iowa City, that having the University has been helpful for them as a feeder program and keeps the talent coming. Hayek added that this is exactly the kind of creative class office environment they are wanting downtown and that he supports it fully. Payne asked for further clarification on the parking contract and how that will work. Staff explained. Hayek moved to recommend the request for an Economic Development grant to assist Meta Communications in their expansion and relocation per staff recommendation. Payne seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. CONSIDER REQUEST FOR CDBG ED LOAN TO BUTTER, A NEW BREAKFAST AND LUNCH RESTAURANT: Tracy Hightshoe introduced the next item and applicant, Taki Mullins and his lender, who were both present. She gave a brief description of the proposed restaurant, noting they hope to open by June. It will be a breakfast and lunch restaurant. Startup costs are estimated at $125,000. Midwest One has offered a financing commitment for $50,000 with the condition that the applicant could secure a $25,000 CDBG economic development loan and put up $15,000 in cash. The landlord is willing to put in a $25,000 building allowance for some of upgrades. Hightshoe noted that the owner has consulted with the Small Business Development Center process and has worked out the initial staff concerns. The restaurant will create about 18 positions — three full -time staff at $10 - $12 per hour and two full -time cooks. The rest of the jobs will be part-time. Staff is recommending a $25,000 loan over seven years at 0% interest. Mims asked the owner what brought him to Iowa City. He responded that he has always wanted to open a gourmet -type breakfast and lunch restaurant. Markus asked what security there would be for this loan, and Hightshoe noted that it is secured by a bank UCC lien. Hayek asked if Hightshoe could give some history on how they have handled such requests in the past for restaurants. Hightshoe noted that $20,000 to $35,000 has been loaned in the past, typically capping out at $35,000. When interest rates were higher they would charge more for such loans, but now with rates so low, they have been doing 0 to 1 %. Hightshoe explained how businesses such as this go through the Small Business Development Center's evaluation before they can be considered for such requests. Mims agreed that this will be a great addition to the Riverfront Crossings area. Hayek added that this is one of the riskier types of loans we do, but that is inherent in economic development. Markus asked that Hightshoe to give some background on how many defaults they have had on such loans. She said none since 2006, and that one EDC February 10, 2014 5 PRELIMINARY party is still paying them back, even though they defaulted. Markus added that they have had very good luck with restaurants using this grant program. Payne moved to recommend the request for a CDBG Economic Development Loan to Butter, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant, per staff recommendation. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. UPDATE ON THE STATUS OF AGREEMENT TO ESTABLISH COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY IN THE THREE JURISDICTIONS OF IOWA CITY, CORALVILLE, AND NORTH LIBERTY: Markus gave an update on his efforts to get an agreement between Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty on how we communicate and cooperate regarding economic development activities. He noted this is going to take a bit longer to do than he had originally hoped. Hayek asked what other cities in the state have such agreements. Markus noted the Quad Cities do and much of the language used in the initial draft is from that, in particular, the part about businesses moving from one jurisdiction to another. Another issue we have emulated is "Recruitment by Proxy," when a city gives a developer an incentive, and the developer goes out and does the recruitment and disbursement of the incentive. Markus noted that Mason City, Cedar Rapids and Hiawatha have such agreements. As for the name of this agreement, Markus stated that they softened this a bit as it was originally called an "Anti- Piracy Agreement." Mims stated that she hopes they continue to move forward with this, and she noted the Connect Five agreement. She also thanked staff for the work they have done with companies to find accommodations in Iowa City to keep them here. Hayek stated that he agrees this is a good document, and one that is fair to all jurisdictions, but he agrees that they face challenges in getting the other jurisdictions to buy into it. Markus used JECC as an example, noting that this was one of those issues that faced an uphill battle, and yet now it is being touted as an exceptional model. Markus stated that Mark Nolte has been included in the conversation, which helps to give some perspective to the bigger picture. COMMITTEE TIME: Mims stated that she would like to have a discussion on the I -JAG program. There has been a request for support of this program, and Mims stated that the question then becomes — do we, as a City, support this work, and if so, where do the funds come from. She believes they need to have a discussion regarding where these funds will ultimately come from. STAFF TIMF- Report on Tourism Improvement Districts — Ford stated in November, the CVB invited city managers to a statewide DMO Association meeting to listen to a keynote speaker who spoke about tourism improvement districts, or TIDs. Ford further explained noting that it is a district formed by petition by those within the district to assess additional funds for marketing tourism in their communities. She said that the speaker was an attorney who has been part of an advisory group helping other states enact laws that would allow such activity in their states. Ford said currently EDC February 10, 2014 6 PRELIMINARY five or six other states have been using such districts for increasing their tourism promotion. EntreFest 2014 Conference & Sponsorship — Ford talked about EntreFest, a conference that is going to be hosted in downtown Iowa City, May 14, 15, and 16, with a hoped for attendance of 500 people who are entrepreneurs, intra - preneurs or economic development people for three days of learning, meeting and mingling. She noted that the City Manager's office approved a $2,500 sponsorship for this event. The Creative Corridor with Amanda Styron and her group are the event organizers. Real Estate Broker for Industrial Park — Ford noted that they are currently in negotiations with a real estate broker who will be listing the industrial park on 420th Street. Staff feels confident this broker will be able to bring some new businesses to the industrial park. Hayek brought up how they need to be very conscious of buffers in this area as things develop in the industrial park, the new school is built, and more residential areas are developed as well. Davidson explained how the Southeast District Plan covers this with a required greenway that will serve as this type of buffer. The area will be a public green space that can allow for the transition from industrial to residential. He added that if Council were interested they could go over this plan at a work session. CDBG Economic Development loans — repayment update — Hightshoe noted that currently they have 16 businesses in various stages of repayment. Over the past year $55,000 has been repaid, and these funds are reinvested in the CDBG account. Discerning Eye just paid off their loan, and Alphie's Beauty Supply will probably pay off their loan next month. ESRI Market Data Information Sheets — Hightshoe noted that back in October of 2012, ESRI offered municipalities the ability to run 33 reports before deciding if they wanted to order the service. She added that the service is quite expensive so staff did not recommend it. However, staff did run 33 reports and they coordinated with the National Development Council about what businesses, especially site selection or developers, they would want to see in an area before they invest. Ten areas were done throughout Iowa City, according to Hightshoe. She further explained what the reports show — such as in a given area, what are the consumers like, how do they spend their money. She noted how accurate the reports appear to be. Hightshoe continued, explaining each page of the report and highlighting sections of particular interest to the Members. She noted that the information will be on the City website and the Economic Development web page for the public to look at. Davidson then noted the Court/Linn site — staff is preparing the RFP and hopes to get this out in March. Since the last discussion on this project, staff has updated the parking demand figures for downtown in Riverfront Crossings, and now believe that with the partnership with Midwest One Bank and the LLC that will be doing the housing project on the Harrison Street site, that there is currently not a need for another public parking facility. Demand numbers are down slightly, according to Davidson, and permit waiting lists are shorter. Regarding the Midwest One Bank project, Davidson shared that the rehab of the historic building and the construction of the new building are both proceeding. Once the new office tower is completed, the joint venture part of the Harrison Street project will begin. Davidson stated that the University hopes to have an RFP out in March on bringing the Art Museum downtown. They are interested in the downtown and Riverfront Crossings areas. Davidson shared that the two new buildings in Towncrest are occupied and open now. There is one small retail space still available. The Williams Street streetscape EDC February 10, 2014 7 PRELIMINARY project should wrap up in the spring, according to Davidson. The Hospice is proceeding with their facade improvement program, as well. Davidson stated that these improvements have had the desired effect — other businesses are now interested in the Towncrest area and are looking into relocating there. • Regarding the Chauncey project at Gilbert and College, Davidson noted that Marc Moen has continued discussions with them on that project as he completes his Park at 201 project. • The project that was discussed for the Mumm's site on Riverside Drive was pulled by the developer, according to Davidson. Staff has been in touch with the developer who states that they are just making some slight changes and plan to come back with plans shortly. This is for a mixed -use building with retail on the ground level and 40 residential units above it. • The Packing and Provisions Buildings, formerly known as Vito's won an award from the Thousand Friends of Iowa under `best practices for historic rehab buildings.' • Davidson then noted the project at 700 S. Dubuque coordinated by the 404 Development Group is waiting for a State grant program to reopen, hopefully around April 1. The State has indicated that they stand a good chance of accessing these funds. • Davidson added that the 404 Development Group is also working with New Pioneer Co -Op on property east of the Rec Center. There will be more information on this soon. Hayek noted that when they were in Washington, D.C. last week they spoke about the possibility of grant funding for their Transit building, due to the nature of that site and the need for relocation of it. Davidson noted that they have been in touch with some of the national franchise businesses, but that due to timing issues with relocation, have not accelerated the redevelopment process. Mims added that what they heard in D.C. last week didn't sound good as far as what kind of funding might be available for such a project. Markus stated that they have also started conversations with other transit facilities in the area to see if they are interested in working together. Steve Long added that the NCAA swim meet has chosen Iowa City as its host city next March. There is a committee consisting of staff, the UI Athletic Department, the CVB, and the Downtown District to make sure they feel welcome. There will be several thousand visitors from around the country. OTHER BUSINESS: None. ADJOURNMENT: Payne moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 A.M. Hayek seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 -0. EDC February 10, 2014 8 PRELIMINARY Council Economic Development Committee ATTENDANCE RECORD 2013-2014 Key: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused TERM o a , N NAME EXP• o w o W W W A Michelle 01/02/14 X X X X Payne Matt 01/02/14 X X X X Hayek Susan 01/02/14 X X X X Mims Key: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused - . 113 Marian Karr From: Geoff Fruin Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 1:24 PM To: Marian Karr Cc: Matthew J. Hayek; Tom Markus Subject: FW: Comments on Sexual Assault Issues Marian, Please forward this email to the City Council this afternoon and plan to place the item in the late handout packet on Tuesday. Thank you, Geoff From: Matt Hayek Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 1:20 PM To: 'mbruns @iastate.edu' Subject: Comments on Sexual Assault Issues Honorable Members of the Board of Regents: In recent weeks considerable public attention has focused on the issue of sexual assaults in the Iowa City and University of Iowa community. The City and University both understand the seriousness of this issue and are fully committed to working together to prevent these crimes, hold offenders accountable and support victims. Both organizations have worked diligently to establish open lines of communication regarding sexual assaults, and our staffs routinely work closely on these issues. For example, we participate jointly with the University and other local professionals in a regular Johnson County Sexual Assault Investigators meeting. These meetings help those closely involved with sexual assault cases to discuss solutions and strengthen our efforts to ensure that we are using community resources in the most effective manner. The University is instrumental in its support of other groups, including the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners and the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, that provide invaluable services to our Police Department and to victims of such crimes. The City and University benefit from a strong working relationship and, as Mayor of Iowa City, 1 have every confidence that President Mason and her administration will continue to be an essential partner in the effort to prevent and address sexual assaults. There are no simple solutions, but we appreciate the leadership of the University administration on this issue. The City of Iowa City looks forward to continued collaboration with President Mason, her staff and the larger community. Thank you for your service to the State of Iowa and for your consideration of these comments. Matt Hayek Mayor City of Iowa City Marian Karr From: Tom Markus Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 1:47 PM To: Marian Karr Subject: FW: A successful PB &J Drive Attachments: 03032014 006.JPG; 03032014 014.JPG Please make copies of this to hand out to city council tomorrow evening. From: Karen Jennings Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 1:39 PM To: *Wellness Committee; Tom Markus; Geoff Fruin Subject: A successful PB&J Drive City employees donated 234 items (139 PB & 95 A) to the Wellness Committee's peanut butter and jelly drive. Attached are a couple of photos that Dusty snapped before and after we packed the boxes for the Crisis Center. I will contact them later today to make arrangements to deliver the donations. I will keep you posted. Kelli Andresen also snapped some photos and has been informed of the final counts so that an update can be placed on the intranet. We will also get an announcement out to all staff via email from the Wellness Committee. Good work, everyone! Karen tom,. � 6 s ;� t �..x .:.,�.� .,.,.. .. ..... l ��