October 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on October 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present:  Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent: Croell

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake. Dawn Croell and Kali Roberson

Motion made by King to approve the agenda with Volare Food truck and council seat as addition.  Second by Roberson.

             All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Roberson to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills.

Second by Wilson  

            All Ayes.  Motion passed.

VESTISRUGS276.86
JENDROGARBAGE CONTRACT3,387.38
UPS 227.93
TEST AMERICA 110.95
EFTPSFED/FICA TAX1,844.84
IPERSIPERS1,382.31
STATE WITHHOLDINGSTATE TAXES464.33
BLACK HILLS ENERGYGAS UTILITY129.27
MIENERGYELECTRICITY27,783.66
CASH 379.02
FIVE STAR COOPGAS309.45
BLAZEK CORPORATIONSTORM SEWER BROKEN PIPE91,872.19
TEAM LABWIPE OUT GRAN HERB1,272.00
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS10/01/2025-12/31/20255,713.95
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARYSep-251,333.30
DNRANNUAL WATER USE FEE115
IAWEAWASTEWATER TRAINING40
STATE HYGIENIC LAB 165
GARY CUVELIERSEPTEMBER MOWING335
VISA – J UHLENHAKE 619.79
VISA – S BYRNE 382.66
DISPLAY SALESCHRISTMAS LIGHTS2,689.00
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT 44.27
FEHR GRAHAMGIS MAPPING SEWER3,500.00
INRCOGCDBG WATER/SEWER1,950.64
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS6,906.84REVENUE
 CLAIMS TOTAL153,235.6471394.13
 GENERAL FUND11,158.2210800.62
 SANITATION FUND3,387.383062.08
 ROAD USE TAX FUND1,638.125253.47
 WATER FUND5,831.009628.09
 SEWER FUND8,810.007204.6
 ELECTRIC FUND30,538.7334241
 STORM WATER FUND91,872.191204.27

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EFTPSFED/FICA TAXES1,392.43
IPERSIPERS314.6
STATE WITHHOLDINGSTATE TAXES130.24
CATHY HUMPALSEPT 2025 MILEAGE37.8
INGRAMBOOKS181.65
RILEY’STONER509.8
TASTE OF HOME2025 RENEW18
THE IOWAN MAGAZINE2025 RENEW25.68
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT 31.16
VISA 52.56
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS1,561.17
 CLAIMS TOTAL4,255.09
 GENERAL FUND4,255.09

Dawn Croell and Kali Roberson with Volare would like to have food trucks for the Witches Night Out October 23, 2025 they are working on for their business.  They would like 3 trucks on Grove Street near Volare.  Motion made by King to allow 3 food trucks for Volare on October 23, 2025.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Croell

The council discussed letters sent out in August to residents along the creek.  They were to clean up to creek that runs along their property.  Motion made by King to send letter that give the property owners 10 days to clean up or respond to council.  If no response the city will clean up and charge homeowner with expense. Second by Wilson.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Croell

Motion made by Roberson to accept Building Permit for Benz St.  Second by Scheidel.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent:  Croell

King discussed to open council seats for elections.  Write ins is accepted.

Next meeting will be November 3, 2025 at 7:00pm

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:19pm.  Second by King.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk      

September 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on September 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present:  Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

Council members absent: none

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

Motion made by King to approve the agenda with nuisance letters as an addition.  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.

VESTISRUGS415.29
JENDROGARBAGE CONTRACT3,393.58
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.PEST65
STANTON ELECTRIC 1,515.33
UPS 214.79
TEST AMERICA 110.95
EFTPSFED/FICA TAX1,797.82
IPERSIPERS1,352.33
BLACK HILLS ENERGYGAS UTILITY128.64
MIENERGYELECTRICITY33,385.52
CASH 11,741.44
FIVE STAR COOPFUEL LAWNMOWER428.04
HAWKINS54 LB DG LIQUID1,198.88
TEAM LABTERMINATOR II WEEE KILLER1,032.50
HEARTLAND ASPHALTUPM COLD MIX – SUMMER BLEND 251,375.98
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARYAUGUST FY25-261,333.33
QUILL CORPORATION 97.07
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATINGWATER FOUNTAIN GROVE STREET2,435.43
ANDERSONFARM LEASE DRAFT216
CHICKASAW COUNTY TREASURE2025-2026 PROPERTY TAX312
JAY UHLENHAKE2 STORM DRAINS W GROVE313.72
STATE HYGIENIC LABAMMONIA22.5
GARY CUVELIERMOWING695
VISA – J UHLENHAKEGAS308.02
VISA – S BYRNETECHNOLOGY36.59
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT 57.02
CLEMENS-MR LAWN 1,643.00
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUEAUGUST 2025 SALES TAX1,516.76
EXECUTIVE COUNCILAUGUST 2025 LOAN REPAYMENT50,000.00
GILMOUR’S TREE SERVICE 2,600.00
INRCOGSALARY & FRINGE BENEFITS1,746.82
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS6,767.47
 CLAIMS TOTAL128,256.82REVENUE
 GENERAL FUND24,678.932236.3
 SANITATION FUND3,393.583137.96
 ROAD USE TAX FUND2,247.303904.19
 DEBT SERVICE FUND50,000.00
 WATER FUND6,663.0111276.41
 SEWER FUND3,862.597666.73
 ELECTRIC FUND37,097.6940726.98
 STORM WATER FUND313.721226.21

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IPERSIPERS322.27
CATHY HUMPAL 36.4
INGRAMBOOKS157.95
JEREMY HUMPAL 240
DEMCOOFFICE SUPPLIES180.52
HOUSE BEAUTIFUL 32.07
COUNTRY LIVING 37.42
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT 32.89
VISAPUZZLES83.63
GARDEN GATE 23
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS1,630.17
 CLAIMS TOTAL2,776.32
 GENERAL FUND2,776.32

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Bucky’s Liquor license.  Second by King,

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

Motion passed.

Motion made by King to approve Street Financial Report FY25 and Resolution #2025-09022025.  Second by Scheidel.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Annual Financial Report FY24/25.  Second by Croell.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

Motion passed

Nuisance letters sent July 9, 2025 to clean resident portion of creek will be looked at the October Council meeting.

Mayor Mueterthies informed the council the property located at 307 N Brush has be sold.

Councilman Croell informed the council he has closed on the property located at 201 N Benz St.

Next meeting will be October 6, 2025 at 7:00pm

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:12pm.  Second by King.

            Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk      

August 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on August 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present:  King, Wilson and Roberson

Council members absent: Scheidel and Croell

Others present:  John Brincks

Motion made by King to approve the agenda.  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.

VESTISRUGS276.86
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO 121.91
JENDROGARBAGE CONTRACT6,740.71
STANTON ELECTRIC 1,611.50
UPS 232.27
TEST AMERICADRINKING WATER110.95
EFTPSFED/FICA TAX1,880.42
IPERSIPERS1,405.76
BLACK HILLS ENERGYGAS UTILITY129
MIENERGYELECTRICITY24,946.69
FIVE STAR COOPFIELDMASTER DYED400.74
HAWKINSAZONE548.94
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY 1,333.33
LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT2ND HALF TAXATION 20258,171.25
DNRANNUAL PERMIT FEE NPDES210
K & W COATINGS LLCWATER TOWER CLEANING INTERIOUR1,200.00
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING 550.53
IOWA RURAL WATER 225
IOWA ONE CALL 17.1
DENNIS UNGS 50
GARY CUVELIERMOWING JULY 2025785
BMC AGGREGATES LCMITCH MURRAY132.13
VISA – J UHLENHAKE 194.18
VISA – S BYRNE 36.59
HAWKEY INTERCONNECTJul-2544.89
FEHR GRAHAMGIS MAPPING7,300.00
INRCOGCDBG WATER/SEWER2,005.90
LIFE TIME CONSTRUCTION 13,200.00
DEPOSIT REFUNDSREFUND DATE 08/05/2025302.28
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS7,017.55REVENUE
 CLAIMS TOTAL81,181.4853946.76
 GENERAL FUND29,710.025028.70
 SANITATION FUND6,740.713230.93
 ROAD USE TAX FUND978.393729.55
 WATER FUND7,092.5510174.43
 SEWER FUND6,665.277472.86
 ELECTRIC FUND29,692.2624310.29
 DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND302.28

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IPERSIPERS309.48
INGRAMBOOKS158.71
JEREMY HUMPALCOMPUTER CALL90
PEOPLE MAGAZINERENEW 2025135
FOOD NETWORKRENEW34.97
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECTJul-2531.23
VISA 158.36
MARYJANESFARMRENEW 202521.95
GARDEN GATERENEW 202523
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS1,503.77
 CLAIMS TOTAL2,466.47
 GENERAL FUND2,466.47

Next meeting will be September 2, 2025 at 7:00pm

Motion made by Wilson to adjourn at 7:15pm.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Wilson and Roberson

            Nays:  None

            Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk      

July 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on July 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present:  King, Wilson, Roberson and Croell

Council members absent: Scheidel 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Curt Franzen and John Brincks

Motion made by Roberson to approve the agenda with the addition of salaries.  Second by King.

             All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by King to approve the previous minutes and approval of current bills.

Second by Croell    

            All Ayes.  Motion passed.

VESTISRUGS276.86
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT COMOWER BLADE181.22
STANTON ELECTRICBROKEN LIGHTING ARRESTOR110
UPS 161.39
EFTPSFED/FICA TAX1,729.12
IPERSIPERS1,311.27
STATE WITHHOLDINGSTATE TAXES426.44
BLACK HILLS ENERGYGAS UTILITY139.52
MIENERGYELECTRICITY18,621.01
CASH 330.41
FIVE STAR COOPROUNDUP POWERMAX71.43
IOWA LEAGUEMEMBER DUES 7/1/2025-6/30/2026501
TEAM LABROAD PATCH & WEED KILLER2,423.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNEJUNE MINUTES 2025242.69
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS 5,713.95
ROGER DRECKMANDIAGONAL STREET38,450.00
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITORHAZ-MAT FY 2025-2026203
DNR2025 ANNUAL FEE44.14
CHICKASAW COUNTY SHERIFFFY 2025/20266,902.00
RAPID PRINTERSCHECKS170
ANDERSON 48
JAY UHLENHAKESTORM DRAIN EAST GROVE156.85
IOWA ONE CALLEMAIL 1/31/25-5/31/2520.7
IAMUELECTRIC DUES & WATER DUES2,430.00
INSURANCE ASSOCIATESCOMM UMBRELLA 4/1/25-4/1/261,306.00
STATE HYGIENIC LAB 42.5
GARY CUVELIERJUNE 2025 MOWING675
BMC AGGREGATES LC3/4 ROADSTONE123.58
VISA – J UHLENHAKE 201.47
VISA – S BYRNE 737.59
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT 40.6
TREWIN PUMPING SERVICE 125
BUSTA LAWN CARE 60
CLEMENS-MR LAWN 1,558.00
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE2025 MAY SALES TAX3,853.78
WORKWISE COMPLIANCE 450.87
INRCOG034 LAWLER CDBG WATER/SEWER1,987.68
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS6,581.10REVENUE
 CLAIMS TOTAL98,407.17       120,321.33
 GENERAL FUND58,211.89          71,508.75
 ROAD USE TAX FUND1,601.88            5,339.13
 WATER FUND7,150.46          10,025.91
 SEWER FUND6,178.81            7,345.45
 ELECTRIC FUND25,107.28          24,885.77
 STORM WATER FUND156.85            1,216.32

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EFTPSFED/FICA TAXES1,353.01
IPERSIPERS312.04
STATE WITHHOLDINGSTATE TAX124.44
CATHY HUMPAL 26.6
INGRAMBOOKS27.98
OVERDRIVE INC 397.44
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT 31
PIONEER WOMAN 10
MID-AMERICA BOOK 68.85
RAPID PRINTERS 10
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS1,515.35
 CLAIMS TOTAL3,876.71
 GENERAL FUND3,876.71

Curt Franzen with the Sons of a Legion discussed changing the tennis court into pickle courts.  He discussed how they plan on updating this.  There would be no cost to city.  Motion made by Croell to allow the Sons of a Legion to change the tennis court into pickle ball courts.  Second by Wilson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

The council discussed the farm lease with John Brincks.  Mr. Brincks told the council he would like to continue to rent the Lawler farm lands.  The council let Mr. Brincks know they will be increasing the rent and renewing the contract every 2 years and not 4 years.  Motion made by Croell to increase rent to $250 per acre (20 acres) for a term of 2 years.  Second by King.

            Ayes: King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.  Suzette will call the city attorney to make the Farm Lease Agreement to review at the August council meeting. 

Motion made by Croell to approve building permit at 503 E Grove St. Second by King.

            Ayes: King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion Passed

The State Revolving Fund inform the council the Terms and Conditions for a principal forgiveness offered to the city in connection to the City’s loan through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Program.  Motion made by Croell to accept the loan principal forgiveness offered to the city in connection to the City’s loan for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion Passed.

Motion made by Wilson to approve building permit at 203 S Depot St. Second by King.

            Ayes: King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion Passed

Letters will be sent to property owners along the creek to remind them to clean their half of the creek.

Motion made by King not to accept to railroads proposal to put city money toward fixing the railroad.  The city does not own the property.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes: King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to increase city clerk and city maintenance salary by 4%.  Second by Wilson. 

            Ayes: King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed

Next meeting will be August 4, 2025 at 7:00pm

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:45pm.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Wilson, Roberson and Croell

            Nays:  None

            Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk      

June 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

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.

VESTISRUGS415.29
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO 131.13
JENDROGARBAGE CONTRACT4,168.92
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.PEST65
STANTON ELECTRICSTREET LIGHTS421.6
UPS 111.49
TEST AMERICA 411.14
EFTPSFED/FICA TAX1,752.36
IPERSIPERS1,326.10
BLACK HILLS ENERGYGAS UTILITY219.77
MIENERGYELECTRICITY18,474.11
IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY 51,023.75
CASHSUNSHADE BLVD176.34
FIVE STAR COOP 104.95
HAWKINSAZONE520.91
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNEORDINANCE 2025-2492.07
ANDERSONREVIEW WELL PORTECTION ORDINAN96
MARK KRIENERSOFTBALL AND VOLLEYBALL TILL325
GARY CUVELIERAPR-MAY MOW 2025820
BMC AGGREGATES LCROADSTONE273.24
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT 40.75
CLEMENS-MR LAWNPARKS2,068.00
DSGYELLOW PAINT189.34
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUESALES TAX APRIL 20251,343.36
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS6,650.00
 CLAIMS TOTAL91,620.62REVENUE
 GENERAL FUND9,266.448085.53
 SANITATION FUND4,168.923148.24
 ROAD USE TAX FUND838.23843.84
 WATER FUND2,782.209459.23
 WATER SINKING FUND17,950.001658.37
 SEWER FUND2,755.207717.42
 SEWER SINKING FUND33,073.753085
 ELECTRIC FUND20,785.9128728.15

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IPERSIPERS305.65
INGRAMBOOKS77.29
BIBLIONIX2025 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION800
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT 31.23
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS1,577.71
 CLAIMS TOTAL2,791.88
 GENERAL FUND2,791.88

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      

ACCEPTING BIDS FOR STORM SEWER REPAIR AND CULVERT REPAIR

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

THE CITY OF LAWLER IS NOW ACCEPTING BIDS FOR STORM SEWER REPAIR AND CULVERT REPAIR.  BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 7:00 PM, JUNE 2, 2025 AT WHICH TIME BIDS WILL BE PUBLICLY OPENED.

THIS BID SHALL INCLUDE A QUOTE FOR A NEW STORM SEWER FURNISHED AND INSTALLED, THE ROAD AND DRIVEWAYS REPAIRED AND THE JOB COMPLETE. ALSO, QUOTE TO REPLACE A STREET CULVERT AND REPAIR CONCRETE STREET.

YOUR SEALED BID MAY BE DELIVERED TO THE CITY CLERKS OFFICE ON OF BEFORE JUNE 2, 2025 AT 7:00 PM OR YOU MAY BRING YOUR BID TO THE MEETING AT THAT TIME.  THE CITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE OR REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS, TO WAIVE TECHNICALITIES, OR TO RE-ADVERTISE FOR BIDS, IF THE BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY WILL BE SERVED THEREBY.  FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT JAY UHLENHAKE AT (563) 238-3614.

May 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on May 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present:  King, Wilson, Roberson and Croell

Council members absent:   Scheidel

Others present:  Isiah Corbin, Wyatt Blazek, Tom Berst and Frank Wilson

Motion made by Kin to approve the agenda.  Second by Roberson.

             All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve the previous minutes with the change of Mayor pro- tem Dale King presided to Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided and approval of current bills.

Second by Roberson.    

            All Ayes.  Motion passed.

VESTISRUGS276.86
JENDROGARBAGE CONTRACT3,365.71
STANTON ELECTRICREPLACE POLES2,927.47
UPS 216.45
TEST AMERICADRINKING WATER161.57
EFTPSFED/FICA TAX1,765.97
IPERSIPERS1,335.55
BLACK HILLS ENERGYGAS UTILITY311.3
MIENERGYELECTRICITY22,729.94
TEAM LAB 2,058.50
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNEFY25-26 PUBLIC HEARING BUDGET298.35
IWD1ST QTR 202525.07
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INCMETER – CROELL72.92
CHRIS LAUERCUT 4 TREES BLVD6,325.00
DENNIS UNGS 50
GARY CUVELIERSNOW REMOVAL110
VISA – J UHLENHAKEGAS105.48
VISA – S BYRNETECHNOLOGY86.59
BEST SERVICESWELL HOUSE GENERATOR428
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT 58.79
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUESALES TAX MAR 20251,238.37
DEPOSIT REFUNDSREFUND DATE 05/06/2025185.77
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS6,695.64
 CLAIMS TOTAL50,829.30REVENUE
 GENERAL FUND10,985.9345572.34
 SANITATION FUND3,365.713085.67
 ROAD USE TAX FUND948.23994.53
 WATER FUND2,769.1717676.86
 SEWER FUND4,588.366883.34
 ELECTRIC FUND27,986.1625728.74
 DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND185.77194.13

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IPERSIPERS303.09
CATHY HUMPAL 22.4
INGRAMBOOKS174.92
CALMAR COURIER 55
FAMILY HANDYMAN 26.75
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT 31.32
TRADITIONAL HOME 25
MID-AMERICA BOOK 95.8
GARDEN GATE 22.99
PAYROLL CHECKSTOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS1,509.04
 CLAIMS TOTAL2,266.31
 GENERAL FUND2,266.31

Isiah Corbin with the CDBG grant explained to the council Resolution No. 05062025-1-6 to be approved for the release the CDBG grant for the Water Well Project.  Motion made by Roberson to pass Resolutions NO. 05062025-1-6.  Second by Croell. 

            Ayes:  Roberson, Croell, King and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent:  Scheidel

Motion passed.

Motion made by King to approve liquor license for the Brite Spot.  Second by Croell.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Motion made by Roberson to approve liquor license for Bucky’s. Second by Wilson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Motion made by Wilson to approve liquor license for Irish Fest. Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Motion made by King to set Public Hearing for Iowa State Revolving Fund Environmental Information Document on June 2, 2025 at 7:10pm.   Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed

Motion made by King to pass Ordinance No. 2025-2 WELL PROTECTION.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Suzette explained to the council a budget amendment for FY24-25 is needed for the General Government Fund.   Motion made by Roberson to set Public Hearing for Budget Amendment June 2, 2025 at 7:20pm.  Second by King.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to send letters to the list of property owners presented with nuisances.  Second by Roberson.

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

Mark went over the Chickasaw County EMS EOY report.  He said Nashua would like to be part  of the Chickasaw County EMS.  Mark will talk with Joel Knutson about Nashua paying their share of cost like the other cities in Chickasaw County has. 

Motion made by Croell to allow Wyatt Blazek chickens.  Second by King. 

            Ayes:  King, Croell, Roberson and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: Scheidel

Motion passed.

The city will be taking bids for replacing the storm sewer drain furnished and installed and replace a street culvert. 

Next meeting will be June 2, 2025 at 7:00pm

Motion made by King to adjourn at 7:55pm.  Second by Croell.

            Ayes:  King, Wilson, Roberson and Croell

            Nays:  None

            Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk      

Lawler City Council Special Session Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in special session on April 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present:  Scheidel, Wilson, Croell, and Roberson

Council member absent:  King

Others present:  None

Motion made by Croell to approve the Agenda

Second by Scheidel   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Wilson to open public hearing on Budget FY 25-26.

Second by Roberson

            Ayes: Scheidel, Roberson, Croell, and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: King

Motion passed.

Suzette informed the council no questions or comments were received at city hall.   The council reviewed the Budget FY25-26 for approval. 

Motion made by Croell to close public hearing.  Second by Roberson,

            Ayes: Scheidel, Roberson, Croell, and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: King

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Budget Resolution #2025-04282025 to approve the Budget FY25-26.  Second by Croell

            Ayes:  Scheidel, Roberson, Croell and Wilson

            Nays: None

            Absent: King

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:06pm.  Second by Scheidel

            Ayes:  Scheidel, Roberson, Croell, and Wilson

            Nays:  None

            Absent: King

Motion passed.

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk      

The Lawler City Council met in Special Meeting

The Lawler City Council met in special session on April 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:  Scheidel, King, Wilson, Croell and Roberson

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda

Second by Croell.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to open public hearing on Proposed Property Taxation for Fiscal Year July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Second by Scheidel,

Ayes: Scheidel, Roberson, King, Croell and Wilson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Suzette informed the council no questions or comments were received at city hall.   No questions or comments were made during public hearing.

 

Motion made by King to close public hearing.  Second by Scheidel

Ayes: Scheidel, Roberson, King, Croell and Wilson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:15pm.  Second by Scheidel

Ayes:  Scheidel, Roberson, King, Croell and Wilson

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

April 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on April 7, 2025 at 7:20 PM.

 

Mayor pro-tem Dale King presided.

 

Council members present:  Scheidel, King, Wilson, Roberson and Croell

Council members absent:   None

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

 

Motion made by Croell to approve the agenda.  Second by King.

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 3,371.90
STANTON ELECTRIC OUTAGE 3/16/2025 1,950.60
UPS 90
TEST AMERICA 339
EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 1,732.20
IPERS IPERS 1,313.25
STATE WITHHOLDING STATE TAXES 424.83
BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 416.5
MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 21,639.74
CASH 19.37
FIVE STAR COOP LP GAS 83.75
HAWKINS AZONE 1,092.08
TEAM LAB TERMINATOR II WEED KILLER 1,519.50
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE PH AMENDMENT 2025 429.8
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS 5,713.95
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY 3RD QTR FY 24-25 3,750.00
ULINE TOWEL FOR PARKS 185.8
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING WOMENS EXHAUST FAN 1,006.71
ANDERSON MUNICIPAL INFRACTION 284
IWD 4TH QTR 2024 38.24
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD 1ST QTR ASSESSMENT 1,133.08
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES 04/01/2025-04/01/2026 41,238.29
STATE HYGIENIC LAB 21
VISA – J UHLENHAKE 523.87
VISA – S BYRNE 73.18
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT Mar-25 85.94
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE FEBRUARY SALES TAX 2025 1,557.05
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 6,590.29
CLAIMS TOTAL 97,039.21 REVENUE
GENERAL FUND 26,104.06 2787.97
SANITATION FUND 3,371.90 3147.01
ROAD USE TAX FUND 6,745.98 3100.95
WATER FUND 11,490.33 11557.46
SEWER FUND 15,440.16 10806.9
ELECTRIC FUND 33,886.78 37701.63

 

 

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EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 1,332.97
IPERS IPERS 308.2
STATE WITHHOLDING STATE TAXES 120.1
IOWA HISTORY JOURNAL RENEWAL 19.95
INGRAM BOOKS 148.4
REAL SIMPLE 2025 RENEW 24
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 2025 RENEW 21.37
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT 62.24
PIONEER WOMAN 2025 RENEW 19.97
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 1,617.82
CLAIMS TOTAL 3,675.02
GENERAL FUND 3,675.02

 

Mark explained to council bid from LifeTime Construction Company for city hall repairs.  Mark explained 2 options to choose from.  Option 1 included steel & Tyvek and LifeTime labor for $9,062.65.  Option 2 included foam bed, steel, Tyvek and LifeTime labor for $15,479.18.  The council discussed both options.  Motion made by Kurt to select option 2.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King, Wilson and Roberson

Nays:  None

Motion passed

 

Motion made by King to open Public Hearing.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  King, Croell, Scheidel, Roberson and Wilson

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Suzette present the Budget Amendment for FY24-25 and Resolution #04072025 for approval.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to close Public Hearing.  Second by Roberson.

All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to approve Budget Amendment for FY24-25 and Resolution#04072025. Second by Roberson.

Ayes:  King, Scheidel, Roberson, Wilson and Croell

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to set Special Meeting for Budget FY25-26 approval for April 28, 2025 at 7:05pm.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Croell, Roberson, King and Wilson

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to set Public Hearing for the Iowa State Revolving Fund Environmental Information Document review for May 5,  2025 at 7:05pm.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  King, Scheidel, Wilson, Croell and Roberson

Nays: Non e

Motion passed.

 

Jeremy explained the demo side by side from Bodensteiner Implement.  The city will receive a demo side by side for the city use with only costing maintenance for 1 year at a time.  Motion made by King to use the demo side by side from Bodensteiner Implement.  Second by Wilson.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Wilson, King, Roberson and Croell

Nays:  None

Motion passed

 

Motion made by Croell to accept Roger Dreckman Construction estimate to remove and replace street with rebar, caulked joints, spray cure on Diagonal Street from new bridge approach to the south for $21,530.00.   Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Paul Rosenbaum spoke with Mark regarding his utility bill.  He is retiring and no longer going to be open for car repair.  He is asking the council to change is utility rates from Commercial rates to Residential rates.   Motion made by Croell to change Paul Rosenbaum from Commercial rates to residential rates with the understanding the property would need to be cleaned up to look like residential property.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Croell, King, Roberson, Wilson and Scheidel

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Hole in the Wall liquor license. Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King, Wilson and Roberson

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

Motion made King to approve the Starlite Ballroom liquor license. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King, Wilson, and Roberson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

 

Nuisances were discussed.  Suzette will send notices to residents to clean up their property.

 

Spring Cleanup will be May 10, 2025.  Two dumpsters will be placed at the compost site.  There will also by collections for steel and pop cans.

 

Motion made by King to open Public Hearing for approval of Ordinance #2025-1 to amend Chapter 92 and Chapter 99 water and sewer charges adding a $25.00 fee for any notice put on residents doors for delinquent utility accounts.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

No public comments.

Motion made by Croell to close public hearing.  Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Ordinance #2025-1.  Second by Croell. All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Suzette presented a payment agreement for a resident to be make a monthly payment plus current month’s payment to be paid by November 20, 2025. Motion made by Croell to accept payment agreement with the understanding if any month payment is missed, utilities will be disconnected.  No exceptions.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King, Wilson and Roberson

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Next meeting will be May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm

 

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:46pm.  Seconded by Scheidel.

Ayes:  King, Wilson, Scheidel, Roberson and Croell

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk