Dear fellow U-Heights citizens,
City Council held their regular December meeting tonight. Here are some highlights:
Potential Development Information
Jim Lane reported an update on One University Place/ St. Andrew site that the developer and the church are still negotiating over purchase details. When that is completed it would be expected that council would then be able to evaluate a PUD (Planned Unit Development) agreement and determine if the city would participate in possible financing (TIF or bonding or something else?) It was also reported that no one on council has heard anything from the GG Land Group since their October public meeting. It appears they may no longer be interested in pursuing a development.
City Council held their regular December meeting tonight. Here are some highlights:
Potential Development Information
Jim Lane reported an update on One University Place/ St. Andrew site that the developer and the church are still negotiating over purchase details. When that is completed it would be expected that council would then be able to evaluate a PUD (Planned Unit Development) agreement and determine if the city would participate in possible financing (TIF or bonding or something else?) It was also reported that no one on council has heard anything from the GG Land Group since their October public meeting. It appears they may no longer be interested in pursuing a development.
Sidewalk Issues Discussed
Council approved Resolution 14-34 regarding sidewalk repairs. Much discussion ensued about how to make this easier for owners. This fall sidewalks east of Sunset and south of Melrose were inspected. Homeowners needing to make repairs will be notified by letter in January. Information will also be posted on the city website. Repairs will need to be completed by July 15, 2015. Also since snow will be coming again, it's a good idea to take a look at Virginia Miller's Winter Sidewalk Reminders.
Council approved Resolution 14-34 regarding sidewalk repairs. Much discussion ensued about how to make this easier for owners. This fall sidewalks east of Sunset and south of Melrose were inspected. Homeowners needing to make repairs will be notified by letter in January. Information will also be posted on the city website. Repairs will need to be completed by July 15, 2015. Also since snow will be coming again, it's a good idea to take a look at Virginia Miller's Winter Sidewalk Reminders.
Zoning Commission Work Continues
The Zoning Commission has met 8 times since council implemented the building moratorium in September. Chair Pat Yeggy talked about a possible change to limit the size of new construction and additions via a lot coverage method, such as is used in Iowa City and Coralville. Please look at the Zoning Commission Page. Agendas and minutes so far are listed there. If you have comments or questions, contact Pat at the above link. Zoning Commission will next meet 12/10/14 at 7 PM in the City Office, 1004 Melrose Ave.
The Zoning Commission has met 8 times since council implemented the building moratorium in September. Chair Pat Yeggy talked about a possible change to limit the size of new construction and additions via a lot coverage method, such as is used in Iowa City and Coralville. Please look at the Zoning Commission Page. Agendas and minutes so far are listed there. If you have comments or questions, contact Pat at the above link. Zoning Commission will next meet 12/10/14 at 7 PM in the City Office, 1004 Melrose Ave.
New Year's Eve Luminary Event
Mayor Louise From and Councilor Silvia Quezada are working on "Lights in the Heights" on New Year's Eve by putting out candle luminaries along Sunset Ave and Melrose sidewalks. If you would like to volunteer to help with this contact silvia@university-heights.org.
For more information about tonight's meeting read Dec. 9th Agenda and attachments
Upcoming Events:
Dec. 10th– Zoning Commission 7:00 PM City Office
Dec 31st– 1st Annual U-Heights Light the Heights Walk Sunset and Melrose's lighted sidewalks!
Jan. 6th – Christmas Tree Pick Up 7:00 AM with regular garbage pick up.
Jan. 13th – Christmas Tree Pick Up 7:00 AM with regular garbage pick up.
Jan. 13th – City Council Meeting 7:00 PM Location yet determined
Please accept my warmest wishes for this holiday season, and for a wonderful 2015!
Mayor Louise From and Councilor Silvia Quezada are working on "Lights in the Heights" on New Year's Eve by putting out candle luminaries along Sunset Ave and Melrose sidewalks. If you would like to volunteer to help with this contact silvia@university-heights.org.
For more information about tonight's meeting read Dec. 9th Agenda and attachments
Upcoming Events:
Dec. 10th– Zoning Commission 7:00 PM City Office
Dec 31st– 1st Annual U-Heights Light the Heights Walk Sunset and Melrose's lighted sidewalks!
Jan. 6th – Christmas Tree Pick Up 7:00 AM with regular garbage pick up.
Jan. 13th – Christmas Tree Pick Up 7:00 AM with regular garbage pick up.
Jan. 13th – City Council Meeting 7:00 PM Location yet determined
Please accept my warmest wishes for this holiday season, and for a wonderful 2015!
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Consider contributing to the University Heights Community Fund
I also write a blog covering U-H and other timely topics, with my opinions expressed UHForward.blogspot.com
As always it is a pleasure to serve as your city councilor.
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