The Lawler City Council met in regular session on September 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Scheidel, King, Wilson, Croell and Roberson
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Nick LaRosa-Fehr Graham and Justin Hoehn
Motion made by Croell to approve the agenda,
Second by Scheidel
All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills.
Second by Croell.
All Ayes. Motion passed.
| VESTIS | RUGS | 415.29 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 3,305.16 | |
| POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO. | PEST | 62.49 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | 27,111.69 | ||
| UPS | 140.53 | ||
| RILEY’S | 349.9 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,766.81 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,325.27 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 229.99 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 27,605.35 | |
| CASH | 350.17 | ||
| FIVE STAR COOP | 296.19 | ||
| TEAM LAB | TERMINATOR WEED KILLER | 1,031.00 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | AUSUST 2024 MINUTES | 93.62 | |
| DNR | PERMIT ID#1957001 | 254.54 | |
| INRCOT | FY25 DUES | 219.24 | |
| CHICKASAW COUNTY TREASURE | 2024-2025 PROPER TAX | 308 | |
| IAMU | dues | 2,270.00 | |
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | 50.57 | ||
| CLEMENS-MR LAWN | 458 | ||
| DSG | STREET SIGNS | 1,094.70 | |
| FEHR GRAHAM | BOX CULVERTS | 14,574.50 | |
| BACON CONCRETE | PAYMENT #4 | 288,271.06 | |
| JENNA THRONDSON | 2024 MOWING | 40 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 6,499.31 | REVENUE |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 378,123.38 | 58,450.62 | |
| GENERAL FUND | 7,154.36 | 2,860.08 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 3,305.16 | 3,171.05 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 842.03 | 3,585.39 | |
| CAP PRO STORM DRAINAGE FUND | 305,973.18 | ||
| WATER FUND | 1,648.49 | 9,710.59 | |
| SEWER FUND | 3,736.92 | 7,440.28 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 55,463.24 | 31,683.23 |
LIBRARY
| IPERS | IPERS | 298.05 |
| INGRAM | BOOKS | 87.41 |
| OVERDRIVE INC | 397.44 | |
| RILEY’S | 109.95 | |
| OUR IOWA | 39.98 | |
| HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT | 31 | |
| VISA | ANNUAL FEE | 12 |
| MID-AMERICA BOOK | 137.7 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 1,113.53 | |
| GENERAL FUND | 1,113.53 |
Nick LaRosa with Fehr Graham updated the council regarding the Box Culvert project. They will be doing all the four change links at once when the culverts are finished. Bacon Concrete LLC gave an estimate to continue ditching 175 feet West of Benz St. City will supply trucks and haul away dirt for $4,400.00. Motion made by Croell to accept the estimate from Bacon Concrete for $4,400 to continue ditching 175 feet west of Benz St. Second by King.
Ayes: Croell, King, Wilson, Scheidel and Roberson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Change Order #3 was represented to council. This change order will save the city $12,348.36.
Motion made by King to accept Change Order #3. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: King, Scheidel, Croell, Wilson and Roberson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
The council discussed the Agreement for Professional Service for the Well NO. 3 Construction.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Annual Financial Report for FY23-24. Second by Croell
Ayes: Scheidel, Croell, Roberson Wilson and King
Nays: None
Motion passed,
Motion made by Croell to approve Annual Street Financial Report, Resolution 2024-09032024. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Croell, Roberson, Wilson, Scheidel and King
Nays: None
Motion passed
Suzette informed the council the Annual Exam will be September 10, 2024
Mark informed the council City Attorney John Anderson recommended to by the property located at 201 N. Benz Street from the state with an offer of $4,000. Motion made by Croell to make an offer of $4,000 for property at 201 N. Benz St from the state. Seconded by Scheidel.
Ayes: Croell, Scheidel, Wilson, Roberson and King
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Water Infrastructure Grant Opportunities was tabled.
Motion made by Croell to spend $2,500 for new Christmas lights for the city. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Croell, Roberson, Wilson, King and Scheidel
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Croell to support the Lion’s Club for a new digital sign. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Croell, Roberson, Wilson, King and Scheidel
Nays: None
Motion passed
Mark is worked with UPS for a drop box outside of the City Hall. This will be discussed further next month.
Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:43pm. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Wilson, King, Scheidel, Croell and Roberson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Suzette Byrne
City Clerk
