The Lawler City Council met in regular session on May 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: King, Scheidel, Izer, Kuehner, Croell
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen, Jason Byrne, Samantha Njus and Sherry Olendick
Motion made by King to approve the Agenda
Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.
Second by Croell. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 426.64 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,709.49 | |
| UPS | 178.38 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | WASTEWATER TESTING | 50 | |
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAXES | 1,446.06 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,091.10 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 460.24 | |
| CASH | PARK SUPPLY | 437.1 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 743.86 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | 2021 WATER QUALTIY REPORT | 393.1 | |
| UNITES STATES POSTAL | 5 ROLLS REG STAMPS | 690 | |
| CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR | 4TH QTR SERVICE AGREEMENT | 1,879.36 | |
| MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING | WOMENS TOILET | 44.66 | |
| IWD | MARCH 2022 UNEMPLOYMENT | 20.23 | |
| MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC | RADIO READS | 1,725.66 | |
| IOWA UTILITIES BOARD | UTILITIES | 466 | |
| BMC AGGREGATES LC | ROADSTONE | 259.66 | |
| PERSONNEL CONCEPTS | LABOR LAW POSTER 2022 | 22.9 | |
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | GAS – LANDFILL MEETING | 40.52 | |
| NEW HAMPTON AUTO BODY | REPAIR PICKUP | 4,795.65 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,329.53 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 23,210.14 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 12,499.91 | $53,860.86 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,709.49 | $2,612.53 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 686.4 | $5,141.19 | |
| LOCAL OPTION TAX | $3,910.69 | ||
| WATER FUND | 1,906.26 | $7,512.54 | |
| SEWER FUND | 2,622.69 | $7,855.62 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 2,785.39 | $27,225.57 |
Samantha Njus discussed the nuisance letter she had received and she has been cleaning up. The council stated they were happy she let the council know of her progress. There is no time line. Please keep in contact with mayor or council.
Sherrie Olendick asked who she could she call to help with the mess behind Dave Iverson’s house. The council recommended Roger Dreckman or Gene Blazek and ask if they could help.
Stephanie Tangen and Cathy Humpal disputed here nuisance letter stating she does not have a broken window and her fence is for her dog, so it does not run throughout the neighborhood. Izer offered his help with an appliance in her yard or can call John Emery from Waucoma to pick up appliance for free.
Suzette showed the council the Nuisance Ordinance in the Ordinance book. She said it is recommended the city take pictures of any nuisances in the town and send a letter, copy of picture and copy of Ordinance to residents in question and speak with city attorney.
Motion made by Croell to send second letter, photo and copy of Ordinance to residents who have not fixed their nuisance. Second by Kuehner.
Ayes: Croell, Kuehner, Scheidel, King and Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by King to open Public Hearing to approve Budget Amendment for Budget FY21-22, Resolution No. 2022-05022022. Second by Izer.
Ayes: King, Izer, Kuehner, Croell and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
The council reviewed Budget Amendment for Budget FY21-22 for approval. No questions were asked.
Motion by Croell to close public hearing. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: King, Izer, Kuehner, Croell and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Croell to approve to Budget Amendment for Budget FY21-22, Resolution No. 2022-05022022. Second by King.
Ayes: Croell, King, Kuehner, Izer and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Izer to approve Bucky’s liquor license. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Croell, King, Kuehner, Izer and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed
Motion made by King to approve The Brite Spot liquor license. Second by Croell.
Ayes: Croell, King, Kuehner, Izer and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Irish Fest liquor license. Second by Kuehner.
Ayes: Croell, King, Kuehner, Izer and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed
Suzette explained to the council she forward Mienergy invoices to Jeff Gorrie with IAMU to review to assist with new electric bids.
Suzette let the council know we can now use the ARPA(covid) funds for street repairs. We have only received half of the money, a have until 2024 to spend the money.
The shingles on the concession stand at the Junko Park have been blown off.
Motion made by Croell to replace with tin roof. Second by King.
Ayes: Croell, King, Kuehner, Izer and Scheidel
Nayes: None
Motion passed
John Izer informed the council about RAGBRAI. He has 35 porta potty lined up for RAGBRAI. Jay will be call for Tripoli for 10 more and handwashing stations.
RAGBRAI will be here May 11th to walk through. The city will be notifying residents which roads will by one way only and road closures during RAGBRAI, July 29, 2022
Delinquents were discussed.
Next meeting will be June 6, 2022.
Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn meeting. Second by Kuehner.
Ayes: King, Scheidel, Izer, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 7:50pm
Suzette Byrne
City Clerk