The Lawler City Council met in regular session on Feb. 2, 2026 at 7:00pm.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Council members absent: Croell
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Bob Vrzak, Maggie Burger, Kim VanDriel, Michele Quandt, Sherry Iverson and Jason Byrne
Motion made by King to approve the agenda with the addition of Sherry Iverson. Second by Roberson.
All Ayes: Motion passed.
Motion made by Roberson to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills.
Second by King.
All Ayes. Motion passed.
| VESTIS | RUGS | 276.86 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 3,441.59 | |
| UPS | 147.69 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | 110.95 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,780.10 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,367.75 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 476.94 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 27,535.75 | |
| CASH | 3.87 | ||
| HAWKINS | AZONE | 555.44 | |
| LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY | Jan-26 | 1,333.33 | |
| LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT | REMAINING 1ST HALF TAXATION 26 | 903.47 | |
| CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR | 2026 QTRLY PMT | 3,000.57 | |
| MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING | WELL HOUSE | 225 | |
| IWD | 4TH QTR UNEMPLOYMENT 2025 | 8.21 | |
| USABLUEBOOK | METERD MAGNETIC LOCATOR | 1,838.34 | |
| IOWA ONE CALL | 14.4 | ||
| STATE HYGIENIC LAB | 22.5 | ||
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | 556.62 | ||
| VISA – S BYRNE | 100.48 | ||
| FEHR GRAHAM | 5,350.00 | ||
| IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE | DECEMBER 2025 SALES TAX | 1,431.37 | |
| INRCOG | 1,480.48 | ||
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 6,893.41 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 58,855.12 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 10,165.10 | 8,625.19 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 3,441.59 | 3,125.55 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 872.1 | 3,931.05 | |
| WATER FUND | 6,402.61 | 8,730.49 | |
| WATER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND | 5,350.00 | – | |
| SEWER FUND | 3,372.39 | 6,980.56 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 29,251.33 | 35,350.38 |
LIBRARY
| IPERS | IPERS | 317.15 |
| INGRAM | BOOKS | 73.18 |
| WOMAN’S DAY | 2026 RENEW | 26.72 |
| BETTER HOMES | 2026 RENEW | 32 |
| VISA | TECHNOLOGY | 155.98 |
| SMITHSONIAN | 2026 RENEW | 49.99 |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 1,553.48 |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 2,208.50 | |
| GENERAL FUND | 2,208.50 |
Michele Quandt with Camp Companion discussed what they plan to do to help the city with the stray cat population. She explained she would set of traps in the areas where the cats are most populated and then take them to Dr. Kim Van Driell, Veterinarian to be spade, neutered, rabies shots, distemper and microchipped. She will bring them back to Lawler. What will help is getting the cats spayed and neutered so the cats can’t have kittens. Female cats are $88.00 and male cats are $68.00. Camp Companion will split the cost of the spay with the city.
Motion made by Scheidel to accept Camp Companion with the cat population. Second by Wilson
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Bob Vrzak with Vrzak Insurance provided the council with health insurance quotes for the city employees. After discussion, Scheidel made a motion to accept the Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield silver with dental. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed
Jay Uhlenhake presented the council with bids for a lawnmower and ATV. The council discussed the bids given. Motion made by Scheidel to purchase Lawnmower. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Maggie Burger with Speer Financial discussed with the council the SRF Loan to help fund the payment of the Well #3 Improvement Project. She suggested the council amend the current Water Ordinance #2024-1 to increase the Minimum rate from $20.00 to $22.00 per residential household and $31.00 per commercial property. Motion made by Scheidel to set public hearing to amend Ordinance #2024-1 water rates March 2, 2026 at 7:10pm at the Lawler City Hall. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2026-020326-1 to approve contract and performance and payment bonds for Well No. 3 Improvements Project. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution #2026-020326-2 to set date for public hearing to enter into Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in principal amount not to exceed $445,000. Second by Roberson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: Croell
Motion passed.
Next meeting will be March 2, 2026 at 7:00pm
Motion made by King to adjourn at 8:25pm. Second by Wilson.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson
Nays: None
Meeting adjourned.
Suzette Byrne, City Clerk