The Lawler City Council met in regular session on July 1, 2019 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: King, Izer, Kuehner, Croell and Scheidel
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Deb & Clyde Throndson, Stephanie Tangen
Motion made by Croell to approve the Agenda. Seconded by Scheidel All Ayes. Motion passed.
Moved made by King, seconded by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| FMC LANDFILL | LANDFILL FEE | 70 | |
| WINDSTREAM | PHONE | 103.64 | |
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 259.52 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,179.12 | |
| SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC | FORD F250 | 142.12 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | RAILROAD CROSS BY CASH | 7,083.44 | |
| UPS | BRENT BALK & JOYCE HASTINGS | 73.9 | |
| TEST AMERICA | 80.84 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,369.89 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,031.22 | |
| STATE WITHHOLDING | STATE TAXES | 814 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 71.04 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 18,161.10 | |
| CASH | HIGHLAND PARK | 5,599.37 | |
| HAWKINS | AZONE | 1,007.68 | |
| BROWN SUPPLY CO | YELLOW STRIPING PAINT | 120 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 1,008.00 | |
| IOWA LEAGUE | DUES JULY2019-JUNE2020 | 466 | |
| TEAM LAB | WIPE OUT GRAN HERB | 2,298.50 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | 217.35 | ||
| WELLMARK BLUE CROSS | 2,979.45 | ||
| UNITES STATES POSTAL | 10 COILS POSTCARD STAMPS | 625 | |
| DNR | ANNUAL WATER SUPPLY FEE | 50.22 | |
| CHICKASAW COUNTY SHERIFF | DRIVE THRU PATROL | 3,494.44 | |
| MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING | HIGHLAND | 1,953.37 | |
| ANDERSON | 675 | ||
| MICK GAGE | RESTROOM RENTAL | 90 | |
| MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC | CHURCH EXPENSE | 739.25 | |
| CROELL INC | E Grove Trail | 44,030.27 | |
| NAPA | OIL DUMP TRUCK & FILTER | 39.24 | |
| IOWA ONE CALL | 25.2 | ||
| INSURANCE ASSOCIATES | INSURANCE AUDIT | 375 | |
| DEPOSIT REFUNDS | REFUND DATE 06/24/2019 | 359.68 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,010.07 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 102,602.92 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 17,718.85 | 31809.41 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,249.12 | 2404.78 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 45,270.66 | 3889.93 | |
| WATER FUND | 3,369.76 | 6840.57 | |
| SEWER FUND | 5,912.28 | 7515.97 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 27,722.57 | 22609.65 | |
| DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND | 359.68 | 0 |
Clyde Throndson presented his application and proof of insurance for a fireworks permit.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the fireworks permit to Clyde Throndson. Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Cathy Humpal was asking approval for two new Board Members for the Library. Linda Anderson has accepted to replace Megan Murray and Renee Huinker has accepted to replace Emily Brincks. Motion made by Scheidel to accept Linda Anderson and Renee Huinker to the Library Board. Second by King. All Ayes. Motion passed.
The council discussed employee salaries. John Izer commented on how Suzette has learned and is continuing to learn about the job of city clerk. Jay was asked if he needed any part time help. He didn’t think he needed any.
Motion made by Croell to give Cathy a 1 ½%, Jay 2% and Suzette flat $.27 raise. Second by Scheidel. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by King to open the Public Hearing. Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
No comments were made regarding Ordinance NO. 05062019 for Storm Water Utility.
Motion made by Scheidel to close Public Hearing. Second by Croell. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Ordinance No. 05062019. Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
The council discussed the current Blacktop Services Bid. The council went over the Budget amount for streets. Jay informed the council he knows another company that could be cheaper for blacktop services. He suggested waiting making any decisions until he can talk with the other company. Motion made by Kuehner to table Blacktop bids. Second by Croell. All Ayes. Motion passed.
The council reviewed the Resolution No. 07012019 to set a Public Hearing July 15, 2019 to take action to enter into a Loan Agreement for repairs to the lagoon. Motion made by King to accept Resolution No. 07012019 to set Public Hearing July 15, 2019 at 4:00pm. Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
The city will have 3 council seats and mayor seat up for election. These are all considered 4 year terms. Nomination papers can be picked up at Chickasaw County Auditor of at the website: http://www.chickasawcoia.org/ or the Lawler City Hall.
Delinquent accounts were discussed.
The next meeting will be Monday, August 5, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
Motion by King and second by Croell to adjourn at 7:50 p.m. All Ayes. Motion passed.
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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk