Lawler, Iowa – "Home of the Annual Lawler Irish Fest

City Council Minutes JULY 2026

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on July 6, 2026 at 7:00PM.

Mayor Mark Muetherthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent: Croell

Others present:

Motion made by King to approve the agenda. Second by Roberson

All Ayes: Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills to be paid.

Second by King.

All Ayes. Motion passed.

VESTIS	RUGS	288.62
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO		111.24
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,659.34
STANTON ELECTRIC		10,637.39
UPS		182.74
TEST AMERICA		239.02
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,805.87
IPERS	IPERS	1,384.19
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	425.12
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	142.08
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	22,398.51
CASH		188.93
FIVE STAR COOP		561.14
HAWKINS		611.18
IOWA LEAGUE	MEMBER DUES 7/1/26-06/30/27	514
BLAZEK CORPORATION	CULVERT SPRING & CENTER ST	7,341.62
HEARTLAND ASPHALT		2,191.06
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE		117.3
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	07/01/2026-07/31/2026	2,209.31
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	Jul-26	2,708.37
ROGER DRECKMAN	PITTS STREET REPAIR	64,210.00
DRILLINGS	RANGER	25,498.96
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	HAZ-MAT FY 2026-2027	203
DNR	ANNUAL WATER FEE	43.7
CHICKASAW COUNTY SHERIFF	FY26/27	7,024.00
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING		45
BANK IOWA	TECHNOLOGY POSTAGE FED RENEWAL	2,293.59
CROELL INC	CIGARETTE PERMIT REFUND	75
NAPA		429.34
DORSEY	WELL IMPROVEMENT	17,000.00
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		22.5
GARY CUVELIER	LAWN MOWING	670
DISPLAY SALES	CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS	3,941.00
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		44.37
CLEMENS-MR LAWN		1,560.00
DSG		631.76
FEHR GRAHAM	WELL #3 CONSTRUCTION	6,455.75
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE	MAY SALES TAX 2026	1,440.25
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL		50,000.00
INRCOG	SALARY & BENEFITS	1,945.39
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,969.86	REVENUE
	CLAIMS TOTAL	248,220.50	122,330.67
	GENERAL FUND	30,698.37	3,826.79
	SANITATION FUND	3,659.34	3,334.10
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	72,317.70	4,765.56
	DEBT SERVICE FUND	50,000.00	–
	WATER FUND	10,520.46	11,536.15
	WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND	21,955.75	63,316.00
	SEWER FUND	11,396.32	7,673.12
	ELECTRIC FUND	40,330.94	26,625.23
	STORM WATER FUND	7,341.62	1,253.72

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EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,358.59
IPERS	IPERS	324.08
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAX	122.12
CATHY HUMPAL		31.5
INGRAM	BOOKS	48.43
JEREMY HUMPAL	PC & LABOR	1,955.03
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT		31
SMITHSONIAN		34.99
MID-AMERICA BOOK		58.9
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,584.84
	CLAIMS TOTAL	5,549.48
	GENERAL FUND	5,549.48

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution NO. 2026-07062026-1 amending City of Lawler Depository. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve City of Lawler Investment Policy. Second by Wilson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Roberson to approve Resolution NO. 2026-07062026-2 wage amount for city employees. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to hire Keith Oltrogge, CPA for the annual exam for FY 25/26. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion mad by Scheidel to approve Change Order #2 for the Well No. 3 Improvements. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Nuisances were discussed. Jay had a list of dead trees to be removed and weeds to be cut down. Motion made by King for letters to be sent to the residents and given 30 days to remove trees and weeds or talk with city for their plans. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:24pm. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Meeting adjourned.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

JUNE 2026 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on June 1, 2026 at 7:00PM.

Mayor Mark Muetherthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent:

Others present:

Motion made by King to approve the agenda with the addition of LED Lights around Highland Park trail. Second by Roberson

All Ayes: Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills to be paid.

Second by Croell.

All Ayes. Motion passed.

VESTIS	RUGS	285.18
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	4,600.68
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	67.6
UPS		255.6
RILEY’S		9.9
TEST AMERICA		289.74
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,729.57
IPERS	IPERS	1,335.55
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	173.96
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	21,919.71
IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY	2026 MC119R SEWER PAYMENT	51,548.75
CASH	JUNKO PARK RESTROOMS	108.04
HAWKINS		602.16
TEAM LAB	ROAD PATCHE & WEED KILLER AND	2,245.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE		86.99
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	06/01/2026-06/30/2026	2,209.31
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY		1,333.33
QUILL CORPORATION	PAPER TOWELS AND TRASH BAGS	98
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING		1,328.31
ANDERSON		360
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD	DIRECT ASSESSMENT	92
GARY CUVELIER		765
VISA – J UHLENHAKE		386.26
VISA – S BYRNE		39.17
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		48.64
CLEMENS-MR LAWN		1,643.00
DSG		1,015.42
FEHR GRAHAM	WELL #3 IMPROVMENTS CONSTRUCTI	5,634.00
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE	APRIL 2026 SALES TAX	1,315.71
INRCOG	SALARY & BENEFITS	2,102.18
SHAWVER WELL COMPANY, INC	WELL NO. 3 IMPROVMENTS	158,875.92
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,738.87	REVENUE
	CLAIMS TOTAL	269,243.55	249,576.19
	GENERAL FUND	10,668.62	3,959.34
	SANITATION FUND	4,600.68	2,874.33
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,074.72	4,546.97
	WATER FUND	5,873.90	9,277.99
	WATER SINKING FUND	17,790.00	1,631.67
	WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND	163,509.92	192,386.21
	SEWER FUND	7,163.40	6,714.53
	SEWER SINKING FUND	33,758.75	3,121.67
	ELECTRIC FUND	24,803.56	25,063.48

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IPERS	IPERS	313.54
CATHY HUMPAL		14
INGRAM	BOOKS	172.36
PEOPLE MAGAZINE		138
COUNTRY SAMPLER		25.68
BIBLIONIX		800
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT		31.12
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,587.07
	CLAIMS TOTAL	3,081.77
	GENERAL FUND	3,081.77

Motion made by Croell for Suzette to talk with city attorney regarding an ordinance for the culverts. The property owner will be responsible to maintain but will not be able to fill in. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve cigarette permit for Bucky’s Convenience Store. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve building permit for Nick Kraling to attach garage to house. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Irish Fest liquor license. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to open the Public Hearing to approve Ordinance No. 2026-2 to amend the electric services. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

No questions regarding the amendment of the ordinance.

Motion made by Scheidel to close Public Hearing. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to pass Ordinance No. 2026-2 with waiving the second and third readings. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve the Shawver Well partial pay estimate #3. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies gave an EMA update to the council. The County may request funding from cities to support the EMA service.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve street closures for Lawler Irish Fest celebration. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion by King to adjourn at 7:23pm. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Meeting adjourned.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

MAY 2026 City Council Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on May 4, 2026 at 7:00PM.

Mayor Mark Muetherthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent:

Others present: Gary and Janel Kuennen

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the agenda. Second by Roberson

All Ayes: Motion passed.

Motion made by King to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills to be paid.

Second by Croell.

All Ayes. Motion passed.

VESTIS	RUGS	283.74
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,606.71
STANTON ELECTRIC		3,208.36
UPS		144.58
RILEY’S		165
TEST AMERICA		110.95
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,813.51
IPERS	IPERS	1,389.83
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	358.02
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	25,064.94
FIVE STAR COOP		149.5
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE		597.07
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	05/01/2026-05/31/2026	2,225.88
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY		1,333.33
ULINE		133.91
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING		325.08
CROELL INC		488
DENNIS UNGS		50
HARLAND	DEPOSIT SLIPS	138.09
GARY CUVELIER	11292025 – 03162026	290
VISA – J UHLENHAKE		249.54
VISA – S BYRNE		622.97
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		51.07
CLEMENS-MR LAWN		1,643.00
FEHR GRAHAM		8,347.50
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE	APRIL 2026 SALES TAX	1,315.71
INRCOG	SALARY & BENEFITS	1,260.10
GRUENBERG REPAIR	OIL CHANGE	102.72
EMC INSURANCE	04012026-04012027	42,308.00
SHAWVER WELL COMPANY, INC	WELL NO.3 IMPROVMENTS	250,725.60
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,997.76
	CLAIMS TOTAL	355,500.47	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	22,402.88	52,380.78
	SANITATION FUND	3,606.71	3,808.32
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	6,539.56	3,925.19
	WATER FUND	11,358.72	9,224.30
	WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND	256,073.10	155,460.79
	SEWER FUND	17,235.93	7,725.21
	ELECTRIC FUND	38,283.57	30,920.75

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IPERS	IPERS	314.85
IOWA HISTORY JOURNAL	RENEWAL	19.95
CATHY HUMPAL		11.9
INGRAM	BOOKS	109.21
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT		32.38
TRADITIONAL HOME	RENEL 2026	28
MID-AMERICA BOOK		83.85
HARLAND CLARK	DEPOSIT TICKES	141.95
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,543.08
	CLAIMS TOTAL	2,285.17
	GENERAL FUND	2,285.17

Scheidel made motion to approve building permits for Travis and Lori Gebel and Daniel Leach. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to set Public Hearing for Ordinance approval for June 1, 2026 at 7:10p.m. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Croell to open the Public Hearing. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Isiah Corbin with Inrcog discussed with council the Status of Funds Regarding the CDBG Grant for Well #3 Improvements. He provided a handout with the summary of Expenditures through March 31, 2026 (through CDBG Draw #6).

Motion made by King to close the Public Hearing. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Shawver Well Partial Payment #2 and Change order for Well #3 Improvement project. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Croell to approve the 3 phase electric for Pitts and Depot Streets. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Croell to approve quote from Blazek Corporation to install culverts on West Spring Street and South Chestnut. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the liquor license for the The Brite Spot. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

The softball field will be tabled until June meeting.

Motion made by King to rescind the motion in April for the Man Hold Painting Project. Second by Croell. Croell commended Karen Wilson for the project idea.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to accept the quote from Boland Recreation for a handicap swing for Highland Park playground. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Next meeting will be June 1, 2026 at 7:00pm

Motion by Croell to adjourn at 7:26pm. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Meeting adjourned.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

Lawler City Council Meeting – Special Session – April 20, 2026

Lawler City Council met in special session on April 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, and Wilson
Council members absent: Croell and Roberson

Others present: None The

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda
Second by King. All Ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to open public hearing approving Budget FY 26-27 at 7:02pm. Second by Wilson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell and Roberson
Motion passed.

The council reviewed Budget FY26-27. No questions or comments were made during public hearing.

Motion made by Scheidel to close public hearing. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell and Roberson
Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution 2026-04202026 to approve Budget FY26-27. Second by Wilson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell and Roberson
Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:11pm. Second by Wilson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell and Roberson
Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne
City Clerk

Spring Cleanup! May 16, 2026

Spring Cleanup will be Saturday, May 16, 2026. There will be 2 dumpsters at the Lawler Compost site. It will be open from 7:00am – 5:00pm. The city will have a dump truck for steel.

Also, Jay will be picking up monitors, TVs and microwaves Friday, May 15, 2026. You will need to pay $25.00 for a sticker to put on your monitor, TV or microwave to be picked up.

2025 WATER QUALITY REPORT

CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 6, 2026

The Lawler City Council met in special session on April 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Wilson and Croell

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Chuck Stanton, Janel Kuennen, Roger Dreckman, and Megan Mueterthies

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda

Second by Croell. All Ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to open public hearing on Proposed Property Taxation for Fiscal Year July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Second by Croell,

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

Suzette informed the council no questions or comments were received at city hall. No questions or comments were made during public hearing.

Motion made by Croell to close public hearing. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve Proposed Property Taxation for Fiscal Year July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027, Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by King to adjourn at 7:11pm. Second by Scheidel

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

APRIL 2026 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on April 6, 2026 at 7:20 PM.

Mayor Mark Muetherthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Council members absent: Roberson

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Chuck Stanton, Roger Dreckman, Janel Kuennen and Megan Mueterthies

Motion made by King to approve the agenda. Second by Scheidel

All Ayes: Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills with the addition of the Shawver Well Invoice.

Second by Scheidel.

All Ayes. Motion passed.

VESTIS	RUGS	429.68
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	LAWNMOWER	5,200.00
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,494.22
UPS		182.47
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	110.95
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,775.26
IPERS	IPERS	1,364.66
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	412.77
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	495.5
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	22,117.57
CASH	LUMBER	281.01
HAWKINS	AZONE	1,302.51
BLAZEK CORPORATION	wELL #3	370
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE		413.85
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	Apr-26	2,209.31
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY		1,333.33
ULINE	PARK SUPPLIES	375.92
UNITES STATES POSTAL		735
STOREY KENWORTHY	UTILITY BILLS	660
NAPA	BATTERY SPEED SIGN	429.34
IAMU	MEMBERSHIP DUES	2,503.00
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	RENEWAL POLICY CYBER SECURITY	1,526.62
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		22.5
AUDITOR	ANNUAL EXAM 2025	425
VISA – J UHLENHAKE		301.6
VISA – S BYRNE		39.17
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT	Mar-26	128.45
DSG	WATER	3,367.39
FEHR GRAHAM	Well #3 construction	8,016.25
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE	SALES TAX FEBRUARY 2026	1,623.21
KEITH D. OLTROGGE CPA	ANNUAL EXAMINATION 2025	4,250.00
INRCOG	SALARY & FRINGE BENEFITS	271.44
SPEER FINANCIAL, INC		5,000.00
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,879.07
	CLAIMS TOTAL	78,047.05	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	20,654.62	3,172.91
	SANITATION FUND	3,494.22	3,136.98
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,635.09	3,240.42
	CAP PRO STORM DRAINAGE FUND	1,416.25
	WATER FUND	9,467.57	8,998.62
	WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND	11,970.00	70,090.04
	SEWER FUND	3,402.08	7,118.36
	ELECTRIC FUND	26,007.22	35,674.07

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EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,320.91
IPERS	IPERS	318.81
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAX	118.17
CATHY HUMPAL		21
INGRAM	BOOKS	122.93
ALLRECIPES MAGAZINE		27
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT		62.12
PIONEER WOMAN		19.97
MID-AMERICA BOOK		71.85
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,560.96
	CLAIMS TOTAL	3,643.72
	GENERAL FUND	3,643.72

Motion made by King to set a Public Hearing to approve Budget FY26-27 in a special meeting April 20, 2026 at 7:02pm. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the liquor license for the Starlite Ballroom and the Hole in the Wall. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Janel Kuennen and Roger Dreckman explained the Irish Fest Committee would like to change the parade route in June for Irish Fest. The new route will be posted on the Lawler Irish Festival facebook page. Motion made by Scheidel to change the Irish Festival parade. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Suzette explained to the council the need to increase utility deposit rates. There have been some residents to leave the city and leave a final bill after the utility deposit has been applied. Motion made by Croell to raise apartment deposits to $200 and house deposits to $250. Second by Wilson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Motion made by King to open public hearing to rescind and replace the Floodplain Management Chapter 160 at 7:30pm. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

The Floodplain Management Chapter 160 was discussed with the council.

Motion made by Croell to close public hearing. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to rescind and replace the Floodplain Management Chapter 160. Second by Scheidel

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

King informed the council he has been donating his time and expense to update the Junko Park Bathrooms.

Spring clean-up will take place May 16, 2026 from 7:00am – 5:00pm. Jendro will have 2 dumpsters at the Lawler Compost site. A dump truck will be at compost site for steel. Jay will be picking up TVs, microwaves, computer monitors. A $25 fee is required for pick up.

Suzette presented the council with a Cash Payment Policy to approve. Residents who pay utilities with cash will need to pay the exact amount or round up and the credit is applied to the next utility bill. Change will not be given for overpayment. Motion made by King to approve the Cash Payment policy. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Roger Dreckman with the Lawler Lion’s Club explained to the city they are raising money to help make Highland Park handicap accessible. They would like to put a handicap swing in the playground. Megan Mueterthies explained to the counsel she would like to put on a 3k run to help with the handicap swing cost. Motion made by Croell to allow the Lawler Lions club and Megan Mueterthies to put a handicap swing in the playground at Highland Park. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

Karen Wilson presented the council with a community project with no cost to the city. She would like to have an art contest to paint a manhole cover and make it colorful, fun and about 10 feet wide. Participants will provide their own paint. Motion made by Croell to approve the manhole cover painting to Make Lawler Lovely. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Roberson

Motion passed.

The council discussed the recent city exam. Suzette informed the council she has discussed with the CPA’s the recommendations they attached which was helpful.

Next meeting will be May 4, 2026 at 7:00pm

Motion by Scheidel to adjourn at 8:05pm. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, and Wilson

Nays: None

Meeting adjourned.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

MARCH 2026 COUNCIL MINUTES

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on March 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Pro-Tem Dale King presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent:

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake and Travis Suckow

Motion made by Croell to approve the agenda with the addition of insurance quote and ATV Purchase. Second by Scheidel

All Ayes: Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills.

Second by Scheidel.

All Ayes. Motion passed.

VESTIS	RUGS	279.36
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,438.49
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	67.6
STANTON ELECTRIC		1,806.28
UPS		316.97
TEST AMERICA		110.95
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,715.58
IPERS	IPERS	1,326.63
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	600.63
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	26,597.05
CASH	WELL HOUSE HEATER	87.57
TEAM LAB		1,671.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	FEBRUARY 2025 MINUTES	163.44
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	HEALTH INSURANCE	2,209.31
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY		1,333.33
QUILL CORPORATION	PAPER AND BINDER	97.97
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING		625.76
JAY UHLENHAKE	ALUM. CHLORINE DIFFUSER	728.65
IOWA ONE CALL	EMAIL	16.2
DENNIS UNGS		50
DORSEY	WATER WELL IMPROVE PROJECT	4,500.00
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	Feb-26	485.6
VISA – S BYRNE	Feb-26	40.78
SCHUETH ACE HARDWARE	WATER WELL HOUSE	32.33
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT	Jan-26	43.9
FEHR GRAHAM	WELL #3 IMPROVE CONSTRUCTION	1,100.00
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE	SALES TAX JANUARY 2026	1,523.42
GILMOUR’S TREE SERVICE	REMOVE TREES AND STUMP	2,750.00
INRCOG	CDBG WATER	568.5
GRUENBERG REPAIR	SNOW PLOW TRUCK	96.3
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,698.85
	CLAIMS TOTAL	61,082.45	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	7,600.53	284.72
	SANITATION FUND	3,438.49	3,016.79
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,037.47	3,100.76
	WATER FUND	6,445.79	9,557.62
	WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND	8,350.00	–
	SEWER FUND	4,695.79	9,986.27
	ELECTRIC FUND	29,514.38	34,440.72

LIBRARY

IPERS	IPERS	299.05
PENWORTHY COMPANY LLC	BOOKS	173.19
INGRAM	BOOKS	232.74
PETTY CASH	PETTY CASH	84.43
HGTV		39.97
REAL SIMPLE	2026 RENEWAL	21
DEMCO	OFFICE SUPPLIES	165.1
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING	2026 RENEWAL	26.72
CONSUMER REPORTS	2026 RENEWAL	35
US POSTAL SERVICE	BOX RENT 2026	90
TASTE OF HOME		20
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT	Jan-26	31
VISA		6
MID-AMERICA BOOK	BOOKS	176.7
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,471.46
	CLAIMS TOTAL	2,872.36
	GENERAL FUND	2,872.36

The council reviewed the insurance quote from EMC. Motion made by Scheidel to accept the insurance quote from EMC. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Jay presented the council with 2 ATV quotes from Drilling All Season Sports and Bodensteiner Implement. Scheidel made motion to accept Drilling All Season Sports quote for $25,686.99. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to open the Public Hearing to amend Ordinance #2024-1 at 7:10 pm. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

The council discussed raising the water rates.

Ordinance # 2024-1 amending Section 92.02 of the Lawler Municipal Code regarding Water Rates for Service in the City of Lawler was discussed.

Motion made by Croell to close Public Hearing to amend Ordinance #2024-1. Second by Scheidel.

Motion made by Croell to approve Ordinance #2026-1 to amend Ordinance 2024-1 Section #92.03 regarding water rates. Second by Roberson

Motion made by Scheidel to waive 2^nd reading. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Scheidel to open Public Hearing to enter in Loan & Disbursement Agreement for Well #3 Project at 7:15pm. Second by Wilson.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

The council discussed the Loan and Disbursement agreement for Well #3 Project.

Motion made by Scheidel to close Public Hearing to enter in Loan & Disbursement Agreement for Well #3 Project. Second by Croell

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Croell to enter in Loan and Disbursement Agreement for Well #3 Project. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2026-03022026 authorizing and approving the Loan and Disbursement Agreement and providing for the issuance and securing the payment of $445,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

Motion made by Scheidel to accept Roger Dreckman Construction for street repair on Pitts, Depot to Benz. Second by Wilson.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed

The council discussed the Public Hearing for the Proposed Tax Rate for FY26/27. Suzette explained to the council this Public Hearing will need to be a separate council meeting.

Motion made by Croell to set Public Hearing for Property Tax Levey April 6, 2026 at 7:10pm. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Scheidel. King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Next meeting will be April 6, 2026 at 7:00pm

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:42pm. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Meeting adjourned.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

February 2026 City Council Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on Feb. 2, 2026 at 7:00pm.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent: Croell

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Bob Vrzak, Maggie Burger, Kim VanDriel, Michele Quandt, Sherry Iverson and Jason Byrne

Motion made by King to approve the agenda with the addition of Sherry Iverson. Second by Roberson.

All Ayes: Motion passed.

Motion made by Roberson to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills.

Second by King.

All Ayes. Motion passed.

VESTIS	RUGS	276.86
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,441.59
UPS		147.69
TEST AMERICA		110.95
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,780.10
IPERS	IPERS	1,367.75
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	476.94
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	27,535.75
CASH		3.87
HAWKINS	AZONE	555.44
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	Jan-26	1,333.33
LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT	REMAINING 1ST HALF TAXATION 26	903.47
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	2026 QTRLY PMT	3,000.57
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	WELL HOUSE	225
IWD	4TH QTR UNEMPLOYMENT 2025	8.21
USABLUEBOOK	METERD MAGNETIC LOCATOR	1,838.34
IOWA ONE CALL		14.4
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		22.5
VISA – J UHLENHAKE		556.62
VISA – S BYRNE		100.48
FEHR GRAHAM		5,350.00
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE	DECEMBER 2025 SALES TAX	1,431.37
INRCOG		1,480.48
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,893.41
	CLAIMS TOTAL	58,855.12	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	10,165.10	8,625.19
	SANITATION FUND	3,441.59	3,125.55
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	872.1	3,931.05
	WATER FUND	6,402.61	8,730.49
	WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND	5,350.00	–
	SEWER FUND	3,372.39	6,980.56
	ELECTRIC FUND	29,251.33	35,350.38

LIBRARY

IPERS	IPERS	317.15
INGRAM	BOOKS	73.18
WOMAN’S DAY	2026 RENEW	26.72
BETTER HOMES	2026 RENEW	32
VISA	TECHNOLOGY	155.98
SMITHSONIAN	2026 RENEW	49.99
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,553.48
	CLAIMS TOTAL	2,208.50
	GENERAL FUND	2,208.50

Michele Quandt with Camp Companion discussed what they plan to do to help the city with the stray cat population. She explained she would set of traps in the areas where the cats are most populated and then take them to Dr. Kim Van Driell, Veterinarian to be spade, neutered, rabies shots, distemper and microchipped. She will bring them back to Lawler. What will help is getting the cats spayed and neutered so the cats can’t have kittens. Female cats are $88.00 and male cats are $68.00. Camp Companion will split the cost of the spay with the city.

Motion made by Scheidel to accept Camp Companion with the cat population. Second by Wilson

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Croell

Motion passed.

Bob Vrzak with Vrzak Insurance provided the council with health insurance quotes for the city employees. After discussion, Scheidel made a motion to accept the Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield silver with dental. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Croell

Motion passed

Jay Uhlenhake presented the council with bids for a lawnmower and ATV. The council discussed the bids given. Motion made by Scheidel to purchase Lawnmower. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Croell

Maggie Burger with Speer Financial discussed with the council the SRF Loan to help fund the payment of the Well #3 Improvement Project. She suggested the council amend the current Water Ordinance #2024-1 to increase the Minimum rate from $20.00 to $22.00 per residential household and $31.00 per commercial property. Motion made by Scheidel to set public hearing to amend Ordinance #2024-1 water rates March 2, 2026 at 7:10pm at the Lawler City Hall. Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Croell

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2026-020326-1 to approve contract and performance and payment bonds for Well No. 3 Improvements Project. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Croell

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2026-020326-2 to set date for public hearing to enter into Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in principal amount not to exceed $445,000. Second by Roberson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Absent: Croell

Motion passed.

Next meeting will be March 2, 2026 at 7:00pm

Motion made by King to adjourn at 8:25pm. Second by Wilson.

Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Meeting adjourned.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk