Category: City Council Agendas/Minutes

CITY OF LAWLER

ELECTION NOTICE

 

 

Nomination papers for the November 5, 2019 elections are available for pick-up at the Chickasaw County Auditor/County Commissioner of Elections or their website at http://www.chickasawcoia.org/ or Lawler City Hall or http://sos.iowa.gov/elections/auditors/forms/nompapers.html for the following positions:  Mayor and 3 Council Members

(4- year terms for all positions).

 

 

Monday, August 26, 2019 is the first day for candidates to file at the office of Chickasaw County Auditor/County Commissioner of Elections.

 

 

Thursday, September 19, 2019 is the last day for candidates to file at the office of Chickasaw County Auditor/County Commissioner of Elections, at which time all nomination papers must be returned to the office by 5:00 p.m.

 

 

Lawler City Hall Hours: 

Monday-Thursday  8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

 

Chickasaw County Auditor/Commissioner of Elections Hours:

Monday thru Friday 7:45 to 5:30 p.m.

 

 

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on June 4, 2019 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer, Kuehner, Croell   Absent:  Scheidel

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Roger Dreckman

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with additions.  Seconded by Kuehner  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by Croell, seconded by King to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	107.62
ARAMARK	RUGS	352.26
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,179.12
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	54.5
STANTON ELECTRIC	LED YARD LIGHT	364.41
UPS	CASH and Brent Balk	76.3
TEST AMERICA	WASTE WATER & DRINKING WATER	233.95
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,403.45
IPERS	IPERS	1,050.39
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	180.42
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	17,322.78
IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY	LOAN PAYMENT	47,656.25
CASH	HIGHLAND PARK BATHROOM	6,267.64
FIVE STAR COOP	FIELDMASTER DYED DLVD	282.82
BROWN SUPPLY CO		611.7
PAUL NIEMANN CONSTRUCTION	LOVE CLASS A	269.62
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,278.00
TEAM LAB	SUPPLIES	1,729.00
HEARTLAND ASPHALT	UPM COLD MIX BLACKTOP	632.97
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	MAY AND JUNE FY 18/19 PYMT	2,133.34
ULINE	SUPPLIES	168.54
DNR	OPERATER CERTIFICATE RENEWAL	120
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	HIGHLAND PARK RESTROOM	828.84
ANDERSON	CROELL SUBDIVISION	225
MICK GAGE	RESTROOM RENTAL	90
MARK KRIENER	PUSHING COMPOST	200
DENNIS UNGS	PRINTER & POP UPS	35
HANAWALT	2 BUCKETS MULCH	74.9
SPELTZ ELECTRIC LLC	FLAG LIGHTS@HIGHLAND PARK	129.53
LOREN FRANZEN	HIGHLAND PARK BATHROOM	3,800.00
RU 2 SYSTEMS INC	RADAR SPEED SIGNS	9,223.00
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,092.04
	CLAIMS TOTAL	104,173.39	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	26,365.28	17,022.47
	SANITATION FUND	2,179.12	2,399.07
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,882.63	0
	WATER FUND	2,186.83	7,603.71
	WATER SINKING FUND FUND	30,806.25	2,392.71
	SEWER FUND	4,183.66	7,609.82
	SEWER SINKING FUND FUND	16,850.00	4,126.04
	ELECTRIC FUND	19,719.62	30,012.19

 

Suzette had spoken with Brian Schoon with INRCOG regarding a CDBG Loan to pay for the lagoon repairs.  He said because the total cost will not be over $100,000 it would be considered maintenance and would not qualify for a CDBG loan.  She will talk with Bank Iowa regarding a loan to pay.  The DNR said it needs to get repaired soon.

Motion by King to have Blazek’s fix and work with DNR.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Kuehner abstained.  Motion Passed.

Motion made by Izer to open the Public Hearing to approve the Budget Amendment for FY 18-19.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.  No one made comments.

Motion made by Croell to close the Public Hearing to approve the Budget Amendment for FY 18-19.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by King to approve Resolution 06042019-3 to approve the Budget Amendment for FY 18-19.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The Storm Water Ordinance would need to be approve after a Public Hearing.

Motion made by King to set Public Hearing July 1, 2019 at 7:15pm.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Resolution 06042019-1 was discussed to transfer $25,000 from LOST to general fund.  Motion made by King to approve Resolution 06042019-1.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Resolution 06042019-2 was discussed to transfer $2,882.00 from Property Tax Emergency Fund to General Fund.  Motion made by Croell to approve Resolution 06042019-2.   Second by King. All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Irish fest road closers were discussed.  Grove Street will be closed from Diagonal St to Brush Street.  Depot will be closed from Spring St to the Railroad tracks.  The roads will be closed from 5:00 pm June 14-June 16, 2019.

Motion made by King to close the roads.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Resolution 06042019 was discussed to pass the Resolution of Acceptance of Final Plat of Croell’s First Addition.  Motion made by King to approve Resolution 06042019.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Croell abstained.  Motion passed.

The city receive 2 bids for the pavement of Lincoln Street.  Roger Dreckman’s bid was for $75,500 6” concrete and Croell Inc. bid for $86,500.00 8” concrete.  Roger Dreckman said he would do the 8” concrete for $75,500.

Motion made by King to accept Roger Dreckman Bid for the pavement of Lincoln Street.  Second by Izer.  Ally Ayes.  Croell Abstained.  Motion passed.

Blacktop Service Co.  sent a bid to Blacktop Brown St from Grove to Hwy 24, Chestnut from Grove to Hwy 24, Pitts St from Chestnut to Lincoln and Pitts St from Brush to Diagonal for $22,246.00.

Motion made by Kuehner to table until next month.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The Alliant Franchise agreement with the city was reviewed.  Alliant wants the ability to exercise eminent domain.  This gives them control of the Franchise area within the City limits.  The City Attorney advised it not be included in the Franchise Agreement.

Motion made by Kuehner to not include the right to eminent domain in the Franchise Agreement with Alliant Energy.  Second by Izer.  Ally Ayes.  Motion passed.

Izer was approached regarding vehicles driving fast on E Grove St.  He suggested installing movable speed bumps to get drivers attention to slow down.

Motion made by Izer to install movable speed bumps starting with E Grove St.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Employee wages were discussed.   A motion made by Izer to table until July meeting.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Mark reported on Ambulance.  The County will by $85,200 and the cities will pay the remaining half.  Each city would pay based on the 2010 census.  This would be a 2 year contract.  The City of Lawler would owe about $5000 the first year.  The second year of the contract would be higher.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Tuesday, July 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by King and second by Croell to adjourn at 8:20 p.m.  All Ayes.

______________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on May 6, 2019 at 7:00 PM

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer, Kuehner, Scheidel   Absent:  Croell

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Steve Hruska, Bill Croell, James Bailey, Emily Schwickerath, Jason Byrne, Mary Kay Gruenberg and Duane Pitz

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by King, seconded by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	104.7
ARAMARK	RUGS	234.84
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	OIL FILTER-PARKS	35.96
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,152.48
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	DUMP TRUCK	685.1
STANTON ELECTRIC	LINCOLN ST CHANGE POLE	5,378.35
UPS		148.4
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,417.90
IPERS	IPERS	1,059.60
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	228.88
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	21,586.04
CASH	FLOODING	472.12
FIVE STAR COOP	DIESEL FUEL	305.29
HAWKINS	AZONE	379
TEAM LAB	MEGA BUGS	1,453.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	WATER QUALITY REPORT	166.05
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	MAR APRIL 2019 PAYMENT	2,133.34
ROGER DRECKMAN	CONCRETE FLOOR HIGHLAND PARK	4,910.00
ULINE	HIGHLAND PARK BATHROOM	380.57
QUILL CORPORATION	OFFICE SUPPLIES	164.41
UNITES STATES POSTAL	12 MONTH BOX RENTAL	64
DRILLINGS	POWER SWEEP	340.95
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	HIGHLAND PARK- LIGHTENING	2,063.99
ANDERSON	LEGAL	855
NAPA	NAPAGOLD OIL FILTER	130.31
MARC	LAGOON-WASTE WATER	1,224.00
IAMU	DUES	1,906.00
DENNIS UNGS	REMOVED MALWARE	35
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL		8,458.81
GARY CUVELIER	SNOW REMOVEAL 2018-2019	420
SPELTZ ELECTRIC LLC	HIGHLAND PARK BATHROOM	3,060.44
ALL FLAGS LLC	2 IA FLAGS AND 2 US FLAGS	228.69
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,133.92
	CLAIMS TOTAL	67,317.14	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	19,349.74	33292.71
	SANITATION FUND	2,152.48	2357.38
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,023.02	2022.74
	DEBT SERVICE FUND	8,458.81
	WATER FUND	2,204.14	10234.14
	SEWER FUND	4,565.42	8626.49
	ELECTRIC FUND	29,563.53	36935.86

Motion made by King and seconded by Izer to approve Bucky’s Liquor License.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel and seconded by Izer to approve Brite Spot Liquor License.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel and seconded by King to approve Bucky’s Cigarette License.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel and seconded by Izer to approve Irish Fest Liquor License.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by King to open the Public Hearing.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

No comments were made.

Motion made by Kuehner to close the Public Hearing.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to Approve Resolution #05062019 adopting Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for Chickasaw County.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Bill Croell was here to discuss the Protective Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Croell’s First Addition to the City of Lawler. Suzette spoke with the city attorney regarding the Covenants.  He was concerned with the 2.11 about no building can be leased, subleased rented.  Any violation would be the responsibility of the city.   The city attorney didn’t think it should be the responsibility of the city.  The counsel was fine with this covenant.  The attorney was also concerned about who would be responsible for the paving of the road.  Bill said Croell would be responsible for the paving of the road.  A motion made by Izer and Second by Scheidel to approve the Croell Subdivision.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.  The resolution will be approved next month.

Mark discussed the Storm Water Improvement Fee.  The fee would be used for improvements to the city flooding including putting in culverts in the area of town with flooding.  It will also be used to help with bridges and the small creek that runs in town.  Tekippe Engineering as looked at the area needing improvement.  They will put in box culverts and ditch cleaning with 6ft bottom/2.5 ft. high berm to help slow the flow of water during rains.  To help with payment with Storm Water Improvements the city would like to implement a monthly $5.00 storm water fee per resident in the City of Lawler.  The fee will be included on the monthly utility bill.  The fee will be used for improvements to culverts, ditches, creek bed, and bridges.  Mark asked all those present at the meeting what their thoughts were.  No concerns.

A motion made by King to start the $5.00 monthly storm water fee.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

An ordinance will be presented at next month’s council meeting.

Mark said the lagoon lining will need to be repaired before the storm water repairs.  Gene Blazek with Blazek looked at the lagoon.  He recommends rolling liner back and pack with blue clay.   He will send in a new quote to fix the problem.  Mark commented to work to pay for part in the current Fiscal year and remainder in the FY19-20.    Suzette had discussed a possible bank loan with Bank Iowa.  Emily Schwickerath with Bank Iowa was at the meeting to discuss the possible loan.  The bank would charge 4.5% interest which is 1 under prime for 5 years fixed.  We would need a letter from the City Attorney stating we are a government agency.  Suzette is working with INRCOG for a CDBG grant also.  Also, the $5 monthly sewer improvement fee can help with some of this.   As of April 30, 2019, $7895.00 has been collected.

A motion made by King to table the sewer repair until next month’s council meeting.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Mark discussed the Chickasaw Ambulance Service.  Jeremy McGrath presented the Chickasaw Ambulance board with a contract with payment of $340,000 the first year, $365,000 the 2^nd year and $365,000 the 3^rd year.  He presented a second proposal $165,000 first year, $365,000 year 2 and 3 with an amendment to break the contract at any time.   The Ambulance Board is not allowed to break contract any time.  Mark had voted no to this agreement.  The ambulance board asked for a 1 year contract to allow more time to find funding.  Jeremy McGrath said no to the deal.  The cities have no money for this.  Jason Byrne with the Chickasaw County Board of Supervisors discussed a need to take up a vote in November to make ambulance essential service with in the county.  Then it would be assessed to the value of property.  Then the cities and county could levy for ambulance service.  Currently, an Ambulance Service is not considered an essential service in the State of Iowa.

An Intergovernmental Agreement between Chickasaw County and the cities within the county needs to be updated.

A motion made by Izer to have Mark Mueterthies to represent City of Lawler with the Chickasaw County Ambulance Council.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Some residents were concerned with a resident in Highland Park carrying a gun in the holster when he is playing with his kids in the park.   Mark and Suzette have spoken with Sheriff Marty Hemann regarding this.  Mr. Hemann said this resident does have a Gun Permit.   The Code of Iowa states he can carry in the holster, however cannot take it out of the holster in public.

Don Kurtenbach has been discussing electronic speed signs to be put on Highway 24 to help slow traffic going through town.  Don Kurtenbach has offered to purchase the signs.

Motion made by Izer to allow Mr. Kurtenbach to purchase signs for the City of Lawler.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Izer and second by King to adjourn at 8:20 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

_________________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on April 1, 2019 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer, Kuehner, Scheidel and Croell

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Duane Pitz

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by Scheidel, seconded by Izer to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	95.77
ARAMARK	RUGS	224.84
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	SNAP RING – TRACTOR	10.86
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,152.48
UPS		159.44
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	59.85
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,373.34
IPERS	IPERS	1,031.93
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	809.00
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	404.15
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	22,254.40
CASH	GASOLINE	491.75
TEAM LAB	FINE ROAD PATCH	428.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	MARCH 2019 MINUTES	50.85
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		2,979.45
UNITES STATES POSTAL	7 ROLLS POSTCARD STAMPS	575.00
DATA TECH	2019 USER GROUP MEETING	100.00
ANDERSON	Alliant franchise fee	551.25
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	INSURANCE	21,019.00
AUDITOR	FY 2018 FEES	1,200.00
MUNICIPAL PIPE TOOL	CROELL WATER METER	946.87
PV BUSINESS SOLUTIONS	2019 OSHA COMPLIANCE JOURNAL	298.50
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 03/07/2019	1,036.85
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,009.24
	CLAIMS TOTAL	63,262.82	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	28,396.92	724.81
	SANITATION FUND	2,152.48	2,388.19
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,911.36	3,273.15
	WATER FUND	2,750.95	6,645.77
	SEWER FUND	2,709.72	7,582.54
	ELECTRIC FUND	25,289.96	26,259.30
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	51.43	-51.43

Izer made a motion to approve the Hole in the Wall Liquor License.  Second by Scheidel. All Ayes.  Motion passed.

King made a motion to approve the Starlite Ballroom Liquor License.  Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Jay informed the council there is no need to build a new Sand and Salt Shed.   Motion made by Izer to table. Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Suzette explained the Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management Department needs a Procurement Policy approved to receive the remainder of the FEMA money from the 2017 flood at Junko Park.  Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Procurement Policy.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Tekippe Engineering discussed with Mark and Jay what would help with the flooding in town.  He discussed a ditch to go along the area where the water is coming into town.  This ditch will help with water retention and slow water coming into town. It will hold up to 4” water per 1 hour.  We would need to put in a 2 ½ in Berm, tile land to slow the water.  The city will need easements from property owners.

Several small towns have a $5.00 fee per resident to help fix flooding problems in town.  This could also help with the creek that runs through town.  The council will discuss this at next month’s meeting.

Croell made a motion to table until next month meeting.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

INRCOG needs a current Resolution adopting a Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation plan for Chickasaw County.    A motion made by King to set Public Hearing May 6, 2019 at 7:10 p.m. to approve Resolution adopting Hazard Mitigation Plan.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Jay discussed the street crack filling to be done.  The frost boils are popping up on Lincoln St.  Would need to start patching.  Street construction for Spring Street will be starting this week.

Jay will get 3 bids to make the sidewalk by the Post Office handicapped accessible.  Motion made by King to receive 3 bids to make sidewalk handicapped accessible.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be May 6, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by King and second by Kuehner to adjourn at 7:45 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

______________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on March 4, 2019 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer and Kuehner        Absent:  Scheidel and Croell

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with Addition of EMA.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by Izer, seconded by King to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	101.26
ARAMARK	RUGS	224.84
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,152.48
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	54.50
SANDEAN & COMPANY, INC	PICKUP	70.43
STANTON ELECTRIC	LINCOLN STREET CUTOUTS	2,398.58
UPS		210.02
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	50.75
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,361.13
IPERS	IPERS	1,023.41
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	411.74
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	24,819.61
CASH	GAS	358.58
FIVE STAR COOP	DIESEL FUEL DUMP TRUCK AND	295.88
HAWKINS	AZONE 15	379.00
IOWA DEPT OF REVENUE/SALES	SALES TAX	830.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	FEB 2019 MEETING MINUTES	105.30
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	DEC 2018 – FEBRUARY 2019	3,200.01
NAPA	wiper blades	45.47
CHICKASAW COUNTY RECORDER	RESOLUTION 02042019	37.00
REGION 1 AWWA	WATER WORKS OPERATOR MTG	25.00
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,968.54
	CLAIMS TOTAL	43,123.53	REVENUE TOTAL
	GENERAL FUND	6,952.69	5,092.96
	SANITATION FUND	2,152.48	2,313.94
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,162.65	4,150.07
	WATER FUND	2,143.61	6,565.17
	SEWER FUND	2,077.13	9,322.79
	ELECTRIC FUND	28,634.97	26,584.63

The state will no longer be providing brine to cities for free.  This means more sand and salt will be used during the winter months.  Mark would like to build an addition to the current sand shed.  He received bids from CASH for materials, Roger Dreckman for concrete and Loren Franzen for Labor.  It came to a total of $14,525.7 to be charged to street fund.   Jay didn’t think he would need to build this.  The council discussed how this amount of money could affect road repair budget.

Motion made by King to table the Sand Shed addition until April Meeting.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Kuehner to open the Public Hearing to approve Budget Fy19/20.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion Passed.

There were no objections the Budget proposal.

Motion made by King to close Public Hearing.  Second by Izer. All Ayes.  Motion passed.

A Motion by Kuehner to pass Resolution NO. 3042019 to adopt Annual Budget fiscal year ending June 30, 2020.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Suzette briefly explained the Franchise Fee Agreement Ordinance with Alliant Energy.  The city attorney reviewed the agreement sent by Alliant Energy and made a fee change.  Suzette emailed the changes to Alliant Energy.  As soon as Alliant Energy agrees to the changes the City can adopt the ordinance.

Mark discussed the Emergency Management.  The EMA board hired a lawyer to assist with the discussion of Chickasaw Ambulance Service with Jeremy McGrath.  The cities in the county will need to split the lawyer fee.  He wanted the City Council to be aware of the possible lawyer bill.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be April 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by King and second by Kuehner to adjourn at 7:45 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

________________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

City of Lawler

414 E. Grove St.

PO Box 215

Lawler, IA  52154

563-238-3614

AGENDA

                                                      REGULAR MEETING

                                                      March 4, 2019

                                                      7:00 PM, CITY HALL

 

1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA WITH ANY ADDITIONS.
3. APPROVAL & CORRECTIONS, IF ANY, OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETINGS AND APPROVAL OF THE BILLS PRESENTED TO BE PAID.
4. MAYORS COMMENTS.
5. BUSINESS:
   
6. Public Hearing Budget FY19/20
7. Annexation Electric Franchise agreement
8. Sand Shed Addition
9. Delinquents
10. ADJOURNMENT.

 

 

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on February 4, 2019 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Scheidel, King, Croell and Kuehner        Absent:  Izer

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

Motion made by Croell to approve the Agenda.  Seconded by King.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by King, seconded by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Resolution No. 02042019 for Voluntary Petitions for Annexation to the City of Lawler was presented to Council to approve.  After approval it will be sent into the State of Iowa.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution No.  02042019 to be sent into State of Iowa.  Seconded by Croell. All Ayes.  Motion approved.

The area to be annexed into the city is in the Alliant Energy territory for electric service.  Alliant does not want to give up the territory to MiEnergy.   Alliant will charge a franchise fee for the area to be service by them.  Alliant will send a check to the city quarterly for the franchise fee.  Suzette explained a resolution to approve a Revenue Purpose Statement needs to be approved.  She is working with City Attorney John Anderson.  Mark reviewed Resolution NO. 02042019-1 with the council.  Motion made by Croell to approve Resolution NO.  02042019-1. Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

The council reviewed the Budget FY19/20.  A motion made by King to approve Budget FY19/20.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Motion made by Scheidel to set Public Hearing to approve Budget FY19/20.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Suzette explained the Aramark Contract.  They keep increasing the rates.  They presented Suzette with a new Contract and told them we won’t sign if they keep raising rates.  They crossed out the raising rates section of the contract.   Croell made a motion to stay with Aramark.  Seconded by Scheidel.  Ally Ayes.  Motion passed.

Appointments were discussed.  These appointments were not approved by “Motion” in the January meeting.  It needed to be approved by motion.

Appointments January 2019

Mayor pro-tem                                    Dale King

Bank                                                    Bank Iowa

City Attorney                                      John Anderson

City Clerk                                           Suzette Byrne

Toxic Cleanup                                     Jeremy Scheidel

Street Committee                                Dawn Croell, John Izer, Jay Uhlenhake

Utilities Committee                            Gwen Kuehner, Dale King, Jay Uhlenhake

Fire Dept. Rep.                                   John Izer & Dale King

Tree Committee                                  Dale King, Gwen Kuehner, Jay Uhlenhake

Health Officer                                     Dr. Lukas Brinkman

Ambulance Service Rep.                    Mark Mueterthies, Dawn Croell-alternate

Street Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Water Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Landfill Committee Rep.                    Jay Uhlenhake

Board of Adjustment                          5 year term

Linda Anderson                                  2020

Jeremy Scheidel                                  2017

Dawn Croell                                        2022

Roger Dreckman                                 2019

Frank Wilson                                       2020

Park Board                                          5 year term

Deb Njus                                             2020

Dale King                                            2022

Jeremy Scheidel                                  2020

Emergency Management Board

Dawn Croell

Mark Mueterthies

Motion made by King to approve appointments.  Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion Passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be March 4, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Scheidel and second by King to adjourn at 7:20 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on January 7, 2019 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Izer, King, Croell        Absent:  Scheidel and Kuehner

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Roger Dreckman, Frank Wilson, and Steve Lynch

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with the addition of Crane Creek Trail.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by Croell, seconded by King to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	100.1
ARAMARK	RUGS	219.47
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,152.48
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	GALLON HYDRAULIC OIL	25.2
STANTON ELECTRIC	TRIM TREES	2,983.73
UPS	SHIPPING	279.75
TEST AMERICA		59.85
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,709.35
IPERS	IPERS	1,214.74
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	863
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	333.93
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	20,848.66
CASH	CITY WAGON STREETS	433.95
FIVE STAR COOP	DIESEL FUEL	304.89
HAWKINS	AZONE	415.4
BLAZEK CORPORATION	NEW HYDRANT HWY 24& UNION	755
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	DECEMBER 2018 COUNSIL MTG	113.85
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	01/01/2019-03/31/2019	2,979.45
ULINE	TOILET PAPER AN TOWELS	152.11
DATA TECH	W-2 ORDER	114.6
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	FURNACE	5,625.53
QUALITY PUMP	SUBMERSIBLE PUMP	6,369.85
TERRY DURIN CO	ELECTRIC LIGHTS	448
NAPA	shop	158.03
CHICKASAW COUNTY RECORDER	QUIT CLAIM DEED	22
DENNIS UNGS	COMPUTER	198
ROSENBAUM AUTO		125.82
DEAN’S CARPET CLEANING	CLEAN CARPET	400
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	7,162.26
	CLAIMS TOTAL	56,569.00	REVENUE BY FUND
	GENERAL FUND	14,878.32	GENERAL	7159.8
	SANITATION FUND	2,152.48	SANITATION	2271.71
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,547.94	ROAD USE	4218.71
	WATER FUND	3,061.77	EMERGENCY FUND	144.88
	SEWER FUND	9,116.75	LOST	3595.16
	ELECTRIC FUND	25,811.74	WATER	6929.57
			SEWER	7355.68
			ELECTRIC	28910.72
			DEPOSITS	200

City Attorney Richard Zahaskey will be retiring.  Mr. Zahaskey recommended his associate John Anderson.  Mr. Anderson has worked with the City of Lawler in the past.

Appointments January 2018

Mayor pro-tem                                    Dale King

Bank                                                    Bank Iowa

City Attorney                                      John Anderson

City Clerk                                           Suzette Byrne

Toxic Cleanup                                     Jeremy Scheidel

Street Committee                                Dawn Croell, John Izer, Jay Uhlenhake

Utilities Committee                            Gwen Kuehner, Dale King, Jay Uhlenhake

Fire Dept. Rep.                                   John Izer & Dale King

Tree Committee                                  Dale King, Gwen Kuehner, Jay Uhlenhake

Health Officer                                     Dr. Lukas Brinkman

Ambulance Service Rep.                    Mark Mueterthies

Street Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Water Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Landfill Committee Rep.                    Jay Uhlenhake

Board of Adjustment                          5 year term

Linda Anderson                                  2020

Jeremy Scheidel                                  2017

Dawn Croell                                        2022

Roger Dreckman                                 2019

Frank Wilson                                       2020

Park Board                                          5 year term

Deb Njus                                             2020

Dale King                                            2022

Jeremy Scheidel                                  2020

Emergency Management Board

Dawn Croell

Mark Mueterthies

Steve Lynch and Cathy Humpal discussed City Funding for the Library.  They are asking for a $200 increase.  Cathy requested an increase with her Health Insurance payment instead of an increase in wages.

The Highland Park restroom was discussed.  Instead of fixing the damage from wind and lightning last summer it was discussed that a new bathroom be built since the current one has damage over the years.  We have received money from the insurance company and they are willing to pay another $3,000 to bring the total up to $6,000 in insurance money.  Quotes from Roger Dreckman, Dakota Supply, Loren Franzen, CASH and Craig Speltz for the supplies and work to build an new bathroom.  The total would be about $19,300 minus the insurance money.  It was all discussed redoing the shelter at Highland Park with steel siding and soffit.  Material from CASH would be $2,383 and work from Loren Franzen would be $1,600.  Izer made a motion to redo the bathroom in the current fiscal year at $19,300 and redo the shelter in fiscal year 19/20.  Second by King.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

It has been decided the Dodge Pickup should be junked.   A motion made by Croell to junk the truck and sell the tires.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Roger Dreckman discussed the Croell Park Bathroom.  He had contacted West Union Trenching and they told him they would do the work for free to help with sewer and water lines.  Roger was asking if the city would be willing to put $5,000 towards the cost of the bathroom.  Izer made a motion for the city to commit $5,000 to the next year budget for the Croell Park Bathroom.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

King made a motion to approve Resolution 01072019 to transfer funds LOST to the General Fund.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The council has reviewed expenses for the FY19-20 Budget.  It was decided January 21, 2019 @6:00 pm will be a Budget Workshop for the council to continue to work on Budgeting.

Roger Dreckman discussed the Crane Creek Trail.  He would like to chip weeds and trim leaves and trees.  He is asking to use the chipper and tractor.  He would like Jay to do this work since it is the cities equipment.  Izer made a motion to let the Crane Creek trail to use city’s equipment.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes. Motion passes.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be February 4, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Croell and second by King to adjourn at 8:55 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on December 4, 2018 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Pro-tem King presided.

Council members present: King, Kuehner, Croell, Scheidel

Others present:

Motion made by Croell to approve the Agenda.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by Kuehner, seconded by Croell to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid with addition of Lawler Fire Department bill.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

WINDSTREAM PHONE 111.44 ARAMARK RUGS 214.1 BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO SNOW PLOW TRUCK 109.71 JENDRO GARBAGE CONTRACT 687.38 POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO. PEST 54.5 STANTON ELECTRIC FIX PRIMARY YARD LIGHT 548.81 UPS   226.94 TEST AMERICA wastewater testing and drinking 102.9 EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 1,505.65 IPERS IPERS 1,044.76 BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 160.55 MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 18,838.13 IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY MC119R INT 2018 8,143.75 CASH GAS PICK UP 437.79 FIVE STAR COOP ROADS DIESEL FUEL 88.15 PAUL NIEMANN CONSTRUCTION BRIDGE 232.17 BLAZEK CORPORATION FIX SEWER MAIN 3,704.34 NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE 2018 AFR REPORT 199.53 LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY AUG-NOV BUDGET PYMT 2018 2,133.34 QUILL CORPORATION OFFICE SUPPLIES 242.41 LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT ’19 1ST TRUCK PAYMENT 5,671.25 DATA TECH 2019 LICENSE FEE & SUPPORT FEE 2,428.14 IOWA RURAL WATER DUES MEMBERSHIP 1/19-12/19 225 QUALITY PUMP WASTE WATER LIFT STATION 1,161.00 IOWA UTILITIES BOARD FY 2019 ASSESSMENT 294 MARK MUETERTHIES MILEAGE 2018 325.62 DENNIS UNGS battery backup & jay’s laptop 60 ROSENBAUM AUTO MOUNT 4 NEW TIRES ON PICKUP 676 MITKO BOOM TRUCK 57.06 LARRY ELWOOD CONSTRUCTION CUTTING EDGE 318.74 PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 4,938.50   CLAIMS TOTAL 54,941.66   GENERAL FUND 15,922.99   SANITATION FUND 687.38   ROAD USE TAX FUND 646.32   LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX FUND 676   WATER FUND 1,224.87   WATER SINKING FUND FUND 2,850.00   SEWER FUND 6,854.56   SEWER SINKING FUND FUND 5,293.75   ELECTRIC FUND 20,785.79

Discussed the current budget and Fy19-20 budget.  Discussed a possibly of adding Debit/Credit payments in next year’s budget.  Suzette has been doing research on what this would cost to add.  Jeremy Scheidel mentioned a 25% increase in fire protection from the fire department.

The Furnace Bids from Mic’ Plumbing and Heating, Fredericksburg Plumbing and Heating and Marv Smith Electric, Plbg & Htg were discussed.  After discussion of the three bids it was decided to go with Mic’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc.  Motion made by Croell to approve quote from Mic’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc.   Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Annexation was tabled.

The Home Rule amendment passed by citizens of Iowa in 1968 empowers cities to make decisions at the local level.  Motion made my Scheidel to approve the Home Rule Proclamation.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The Dodge Pickup was discussed.  Need to upgrade the pickup.   Motion made by Scheidel to sell the pickup.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Heather Busta requested to go off the library board.  Emily Brincks has agreed to replace her and finish her term which goes until June 2021.  Motion made by Kuehner to approve Emily Brincks to the library board.  Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.  Mayor pro-tem King appointed Emily Brincks to the library board.

Lift Station quote from Quality Pump & Control was reviewed.  Motion made by Croell to accept Lift Station quote from Quality Pump & Control.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be January 7, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Kuehner and second by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:35 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

 

 

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on November 5, 2018 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Izer, King, Kuehner, Croell, Scheidel

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Frank Wilson, Joe Langreck, Ray Armel

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda.  Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Moved made by Scheidel, seconded by Izer to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	94.04
ARAMARK	RUGS	214.1
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,119.38
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	DUMP TRUCK-BRAKE LINE	503.25
STANTON ELECTRIC		143.82
UPS	Karen Wilson	34.33
TEST AMERICA	WASTEWATER TESTING	179.55
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,530.70
IPERS	IPERS	1,059.60
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	116.96
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	19,877.55
CASH	GASOLINE	308.2
FIVE STAR COOP	FIELDMASTER DYED DLVD	403.01
HAWKINS	AZONE & LPC-4	673.66
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,095.00
BLAZEK CORPORATION	CULVERT CLEANING AND STORM SEW	517.5
TEAM LAB	ROAD PATCH AND ICE MELT	545.5
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	MEETING 10/1/2018	162
ROGER DRECKMAN	MANHOLE/MAIN & LINCOLN	5,000.00
UNITES STATES POSTAL	10 ROLLS POSTCARD STAMPS	600
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	CITY HALL FURNACE	357.96
IWD	UNEMPLOY 9/2018	10.69
PATHWAYS	DONATION	468
QUALITY PUMP		3,845.25
JAY UHLENHAKE	STREET PAINT SPRAYER	350
CROELL INC	SAND SNOW REMOVAL	205.92
TERRY DURIN CO	street lights	604
NAPA	DISCONNECT SWITCH	44
DENNIS UNGS	SOFTWARE UPGRADE	321.6
ROYAL PUBLISHING	2018 IA XCOUNTRY AD	175
FRONTER	RAISE FLOOR IN LIBRARY	600
DOT	SALT ROCK	928.08
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 10/09/2018	123.81
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 10/26/2018	126.41
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,003.12
	CLAIMS TOTAL	48,341.99	REVENUE BY FUND
	GENERAL FUND	14,624.30	33541.01
	SANITATION FUND	2,119.38	2309.6
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	941.68	3398.81
	WATER FUND	2,347.33	5536.87
	SEWER FUND	6,073.51	6069.7
	ELECTRIC FUND	22,109.38	2636.46
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	126.41	-225
	EMERGENCY FUND		725.06
	LOST		3491.17

 

The council reviewed the Annual Financial Report.  Motion made by Croell and seconded by Kuehner to approve the Annual Financial Report.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Chickasaw County Board of Supervisors approved the Voluntary Application for Annexation to the City of Lawler.  Jay, Mark and Suzette met with the Alliant Energy representative, Dustin Mohs to discuss the utility zoning map.  Currently, Alliant Energy has the Utility lines in the property to be annexed into the City.  Suzette has talked with MiEnergy if they have maps outlining the utility property lines.  The city attorney has recommended waiting until the utility problem is resolved before the resolution is passed and approved.  If it were to be approved before the issue is resolved the city would have to use Alliant Energy for the territory to be annexed.  Alliant would need to sign of first with written documentation.

Ray Armel, County Assessor also informed the city that the description of the property to be annexed in is incorrect.  I informed him of the only description I have for the property was on the survey which was given to the City by Kurt Croell.  Suzette will call the City attorney and discuss with him.

Municipal Pipe Contract was discussed.  It is a 5 year contract at $4,000 per year.  It includes emergency cleaning of the sewers.  Moved by Izer to accept the Municipal Pipe Contract and second by Croell.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

The city received three furnace bids from Marv Smith, Mic’s Plumbing and Heating and Fredericksburg Plumbing & Heating.  Jay will ask if they can give a bid to include A/C.

Motion made by Scheidel to table the Furnace bids.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion Passed.

Rosenbaum Auto and Sandean gave tire bids for the city pickup.  The council reviewed the bids. Moved by Scheidel to accept the Rosenbaum Auto bid.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Carpet cleaning bids was from Northeast Iowa Carpet Cleaning and Dean’s Carpet Cleaning.  The council reviewed the bids.  Moved by Izer to accept Dean’s Carpet Cleaning Bid.  Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

DOT sent an Application to Perform Work within State Highway Right of Way.  They need approval to put Detour Signs on Hwy 24 near County Roads V-56 and Vanderbilt Ave.  The Detour is planned to start April 2019.  Motion made by Izer to give approval.  Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Dale King was concerned when the Highland Park Restroom roof would be repaired since insurance paid.  Need to receive bids for the roof repair and privacy fence.  The insurance company will not insure the restroom until this is fixed and they will need pictures.

Frank Wilson discussed a variance for his garage.  He then decided he did not want to proceed.

The Federal Money has been approved for the Railroad Crossings.  The DOT sent the Federal agreements to be signed for the installation of arms and lights for 3 streets.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be December 4, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Scheidel and second by King to adjourn at 8:20 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk