The Lawler City Council met in regular session on December 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Council members absent: Croell
Others present: Jackson Knutson – Fehr Graham
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 Roberson
All Ayes. Motion passed.
| VESTIS | RUGS | 276.86 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 3,452.94 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | NEW POLE SPRING & PITTS ST | 2,600.97 | |
| UPS | 135.98 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | 420.59 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,750.81 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,322.35 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 169.89 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 22,573.37 | |
| CASH | 515.92 | ||
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 1,452.52 | |
| TEAM LAB | MEGA BUGS WIPE OUT GRAN HERB | 2,707.50 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | AFR REPORT | 645.83 | |
| LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY | Nov-25 | 1,333.33 | |
| CROELL INC | SAND | 142.1 | |
| CLERK OF COURT | DEB THRONDSON SETTLEMENT | 155 | |
| MITKO | LEAF PICKUP CYLINDER | 520.05 | |
| BMC AGGREGATES LC | 842.75 | ||
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | 665.25 | ||
| VISA – S BYRNE | 649.17 | ||
| FEHR GRAHAM | PH01 DESIGN | 4,800.00 | |
| INRCOG | CDBG WATER/SEWER | 2,608.30 | |
| GRUENBERG REPAIR | GMC SIERRRA 2500 | 132.68 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 6,628.11 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 56,502.27 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 9,931.28 | 4194.3 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 3,592.94 | 3009.46 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 871.32 | 4062.11 | |
| WATER FUND | 4,820.34 | 10132.71 | |
| WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND | 4,800.00 | 0 | |
| SEWER FUND | 4,795.48 | 7163.13 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 27,690.91 | 27927.57 |
LIBRARY
| IPERS | IPERS | 295.42 |
| CATHY HUMPAL | 14 | |
| INGRAM | BOOKS | 324.14 |
| PETTY CASH | PETTY CASH | 117.74 |
| TRIBUNE | 2025 RENEWAL | 59 |
| ILA | MEMBERSHIP DUES | 35 |
| PREVENTION | 2025 RENEWAL | 51.36 |
| HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT | 31.17 | |
| VISA | 53.83 | |
| MID-AMERICA BOOK | 139.8 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 1,440.04 |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 2,561.50 | |
| GENERAL FUND | 2,561.50 |
Motion made by Scheidel to open Public Hearing to review plans, specifications, and contract documents and estimated cost for Well #3 Improvements at 7:15pm. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Jackson Knutson with Fehr Graham discussed with council the plans, specifications, contract documents and estimated cost for Well #3 Improvements. The estimated cost for the Well #3 plans is $444,730.00.
Motion made Scheidel to close Public Hearing. Second by Wilson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2025-12012025-1 final approving of plans, specifications, form of contract and cost for Well #3 Projects. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Bids for the Well #3 Project were discussed. Fehr Graham recommended Shawver Well Company in Fredericksburg with a bid of $549,013.00. Motion made by Scheidel to accept Shawver Well Company. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2025-12012025-2 to award Shawver Well Company with a bid of $549,013.00 for the Well#3 project.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Well #3 Amendment to include Build America by America (BABA) language into Professional Service Agreement. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
The council discussed the 28E agreement with the American Legion. The agreement states the Legion will provide adequate insurance coverage for the premises. The city has been paying the insurance premium since the 28e agreement dated September 12, 2007. Scheidel agreed to speak with the Legion Commander. Motion made by King to discuss at January 2026 meeting. Second by Wilson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the engagement letter for city exam with Keith Oltrogge, CPA, P.C. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Next meeting will be January 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:24pm. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Suzette Byrne, City Clerk