The Lawler City Council met in regular session on June 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Scheidel, King, Wilson, Roberson and Croell
Council members absent:
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, John Cuvelier, Cathy Humpal, Shane Fountain and Frank Wison
Motion made by King 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 | |
| BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO | 131.13 | ||
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 4,168.92 | |
| POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO. | PEST | 65 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | STREET LIGHTS | 421.6 | |
| UPS | 111.49 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | 411.14 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,752.36 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,326.10 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 219.77 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 18,474.11 | |
| IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY | 51,023.75 | ||
| CASH | SUNSHADE BLVD | 176.34 | |
| FIVE STAR COOP | 104.95 | ||
| HAWKINS | AZONE | 520.91 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | ORDINANCE 2025-2 | 492.07 | |
| ANDERSON | REVIEW WELL PORTECTION ORDINAN | 96 | |
| MARK KRIENER | SOFTBALL AND VOLLEYBALL TILL | 325 | |
| GARY CUVELIER | APR-MAY MOW 2025 | 820 | |
| BMC AGGREGATES LC | ROADSTONE | 273.24 | |
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | 40.75 | ||
| CLEMENS-MR LAWN | PARKS | 2,068.00 | |
| DSG | YELLOW PAINT | 189.34 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE | SALES TAX APRIL 2025 | 1,343.36 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 6,650.00 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 91,620.62 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 9,266.44 | 8085.53 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 4,168.92 | 3148.24 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 838.2 | 3843.84 | |
| WATER FUND | 2,782.20 | 9459.23 | |
| WATER SINKING FUND | 17,950.00 | 1658.37 | |
| SEWER FUND | 2,755.20 | 7717.42 | |
| SEWER SINKING FUND | 33,073.75 | 3085 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 20,785.91 | 28728.15 |
LIBRARY
| IPERS | IPERS | 305.65 |
| INGRAM | BOOKS | 77.29 |
| BIBLIONIX | 2025 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION | 800 |
| HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT | 31.23 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 1,577.71 |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 2,791.88 | |
| GENERAL FUND | 2,791.88 |
John Cuvelier with Insurance Associates gave the city dollar amounts to increase the policy umbrella from 1 million at $1566 to either 2 million umbrella for an increase of $1300 or 3 million umbrella for an increase of $2748. Motion made by Croell to increase the policy umbrella to 2 million. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Mr. Cuvelier also informed the council he added the 2024 Kawasaki side by side to the insurance policy.
The council discussed storm sewer bids. The city only received one bid from Blazek Corporation. Blazek is proposing to replace 1000ft of storm sewer with new 12in plastic duel wall pipe that will be bedded in rock accordance with Iowa SUDAS Standards. They will be crossing 3 streets (Brush St, Lincoln St, and Center St) and one driveway. The estimate includes new storm sewer furnished and installed, the road ways and driveways repaired and the job complete for a total estimate of $56,000.00. An additional quote to replace the Ridgeway Blvd Culvert for $34,000.00 was also presented. Motion made by Croell to accept the Blazek Corporation’s bid. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed
Cathy Humpal informed the council Nancy Babcock will be the library new trustee to replace Jane Lynch’s term. Motion made by Croell to appoint Nancy Babcock as the new library trustee. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to open public hearing for the Iowa State Revolving Fund Environmental Information at 7:10pm. Second by Croell.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
No citizens attended the public hearing.
Motion made by Roberson to close public hearing. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Croell to accept the Iowa State Revolving Fund Environmental Information Document. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Karen was reviewing the city ordinance regarding golf carts. She was told you need headlights to have a golf card in town. The city Ordinances requires a valid driver’s license, flag, and slow moving vehicle sign attached to golf cart.
Paul Rosenbaum will have is utility rates set to commercial rates, not residential rates.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Cigarette permit for Bucky’s. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed
Mark informed the council that Kurt Croell bought the property at 201 N Benz St. Mark also informed the council regarding property located at 307 N Brush St. He spoke to the owners and he said he is waiting on insurance and then will be sold to someone who would like to build new.
Lathan Schaufenbuel informed Jay he would like to park his semi-truck on his property located at 205 N Benz. This is a non-truck route. Jay informed him he cannot park on a non-truck route. The council discussed and did not want to start allowing this.
Motion made by Roberson to open public hearing for Budget Amendment approval at 7:20pm. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
The council reviewed the budget amendment for FY24-25 to increase the general government by $4.000.
Motion made by Croell to close public hearing. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Roberson to accept the FY24-25 Budget Amendment with Resolution #06022025. Second by Scheidel
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Roberson to accept Resolution NO. 2025-06022025 to transfer funds from LOST fund to general fund. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Building permits for Clyde Throndson Jr. and Shari Iverson. Second by Croell.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Roberson to accept the Irish Fest parade route. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Suzette informed the council for Election 2025, Mayor Mark Mueterthies and council seats Kurt Croell and Cole Roberson are up for re-election. She handed them the paperwork for reelection.
Next meeting will be July 7, 2025 at 7:00pm
Motion made by King to adjourn at 7:30pm. Second by Croell.
Ayes: King, Wilson, Roberson, Scheidel and Croell
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Suzette Byrne, City Clerk