Category: City Council Agendas/Minutes

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The Lawler City Council met in regular session on October 1, 2018 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Izer, King, Kuehner, Croell, Scheidel (arrived at 7:10pm)

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Kurt Croell, Frank Wilson, Stephanie Tangen, Cathy Humpal

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

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

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	113.3
ARAMARK	RUGS	186.14
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	1,924.78
STANTON ELECTRIC	REPLACE POLE	5,866.04
UPS	SHIPPING	39.97
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	50.75
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,455.93
IPERS	IPERS	1,012.56
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	875
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	101.93
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	26,159.02
CASH	LAGGOON	356.82
FIVE STAR COOP	CLEAR #2 diesel FUEL DUMP TRUC	57.67
HAWKINS	AZONE	257.16
IOWA LEAGUE	2018 BUDGET WORKSHOP	45
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS	10/01/2018-1/1/19	2,613.45
QUILL CORPORATION	PAPER TOWELS	16.99
LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT	FY19 1ST ALLOTMENT	2,756.13
DNR	ANNUAL WATER USE FEE 2019	134
ANDERSON	6/14/2018-8/28/2018	1,125.00
MICK GAGE	RESTROOM RENTAL	90
JAY UHLENHAKE	HOTEL REIMBURSEMENT	327.8
TERRY DURIN CO	ELECTRIC	220
MARC	WASH N WAX AND MINT POWER OFF	239.19
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 09/19/2018	472.78
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 09/26/2018	27.97
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,791.88
	CLAIMS TOTAL	51,317.26
		EXPENSE	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	9,843.52	8510.97
	SANITATION FUND	1,924.78	2490.67
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,055.64	5392.1
	WATER FUND	2,613.21	7193.46
	SEWER FUND	2,845.69	7002.57
	ELECTRIC FUND	32,977.87	34666.92
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	56.55	71.42

 

Kurt Croell was here to give the council an update on the annexation of property into city limits.  Alliant Energy has agreed to give the property to Mienergy for electricity use.  The city will need a letter stating that Alliant Energy is willing to do this.  Suzette explained that the City cannot go any further with this until Kurt returns application for annexation.  Suzette will send him a new form to fill out to return.  After we receive the application we can move on.  Mark said to call Ray Armel attend next month’s meeting.

Cathy Humpal discussed the Libraries proposal for the Chickasaw County Library Association Trustees on October 22, 2018 and the Chickasaw County Supervisors on November 5, 2018; this helps libraries accreditation for state funding.

The city hall and libraries carpet were discussed.  Moisture is seeping through cracks in the cement under the carpet causing stains on the carpet.   This has happened in the past.  Motion made by King to take bids for cleaning the carpet and to jack up the floor with mud jacking. Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

There have been bats in the city hall.  Suzette did some checking on a $50 ultrasonic device to hang in the city hall.  Bats don’t like the sound.  She has called the Bat Control Specialists and left a message with them letting them know that there are still bats in the building.  Motion made by Croell to call the bat specialists again and if they don’t respond in 48 hours to invest in ultrasonic.  Second by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Cathy Humpal reminded the council that she is a city employee and did not get a raise when they gave city employees raises.   King made a motion to give Cathy Humpal a 3% raise.   Croell seconded.   All ayes.  Motion passed

Ordinance 6-6-21 Watercourses was discussed.  The ordinance states the property owner or person in possession or control of the adjacent land is responsible to keep the flat or accessible portion of the creek bank free of any weeds and grasses more than six inches in height.   Some residents do not have access to equipment to properly clean of the stream.  Some cannot afford to pay to have this cleaned up.   Izer suggested to have a City Clean Up the Creek Day on a Saturday.  He said he could ask farmers if they would help with the use of their equipment and ask for volunteers within the city.  The city would need signed easements from the property owners to have access to drive on their property.    If the city cleans up the creek this one time, it would be the property owner’s responsibility to keep it clean.  Motion made by Izer to hold a Saturday Clean Up the Creek day led by John Izer.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Ordinance No. 331 regarding the $15 Utility Fee was discussed.  Suzette explained why it hasn’t be on the assessed on the utility bills.  The software company cannot fit the fees on the current utility bill postcards.  Currently the $15 is made up of $5 for electric, $5 for water, $5 for sewer.  Suzette is checking to find bigger utility billing postcards that is slightly bigger and checking with the software company again.

Suzette explained Resolutions 10012018-1 and 10012018-2 to transfer funds from Water, Sewer and LOST fund to the Debt Service fund for the John Deere tractor payment. Motion made by Scheidel to pass the Resolutions.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Jay discussed the Maintenance Contract for the Generator at the Well house.  He will look into other companies regarding this.  Motion made by Izer to table the generator contract.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be November 5, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Scheidel and second by King to adjourn at 8:05 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

 

 

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

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Izer, King, Scheidel (arrived at 7:10pm)    Absent: Kuehner. Croell

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Stephanie Tangen, Ray Armel

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

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

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	$115.26
ARAMARK	RUGS	$186.14
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	$2,234.38
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	$54.50
STANTON ELECTRIC	PUMP SHED LIGHTENING	$2,067.86
TEETER SPECIALTY CO. LLC	CHECKS	$146.59
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	$59.85
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	$1,527.43
IPERS	IPERS	$1,047.16
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	$53.36
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	$28,221.10
PAUL NIEMANN CONSTRUCTION	LOVE CLASS A	$206.68
BLAZEK CORPORATION	DIG UP MUSKRAT HOLES IN LAGOON	$362.50
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	AUGUST COUNCIL MINUTES 2018	$109.80
INRCOT	FY’19 DUES	$210.72
MICK GAGE	RESTROOM RENTAL 08/2018-09/201	$90.00
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC	M2 ANNUAL SOFTWARE SUPPORT	$1,950.00
CHICKASAW COUNTY TREASURE	PARCEL 190904176077	$286.00
IAWEA	ANNUAL CONFERENCE	$30.00
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD	IUB REMAINDER ASSESSMENT FY18	$63.00
DENNIS UNGS	FIXED EMAIL	$210.00
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	$4,984.12
	CLAIMS TOTAL	$44,216.45	REVENUE BY FUND
	GENERAL FUND	$7,632.92	GENERAL	$251.87
	SANITATION FUND	$2,234.38	SANITATION	$2,367.87
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	$649.39	ROAD USE TAX	$5,619.59
	WATER FUND	$1,321.99	LOST	$3,491.16
	SEWER FUND	$2,655.22	WATER	$8,487.46
	ELECTRIC FUND	$29,722.55	SEWER	$6,201.29
			ELECTRIC	$30,448.86
			DEPOSIT	$28.58
			TOTAL REVENUE	$56,896.68

John Izer discussed Irish Fest.  Kurt Croell had discussed hanging Lawler Memorabilia in the back meeting room in the city hall.  Nothing will be on the floor.  This will be tabled for next meeting.

Suzette updated that she received a copy of the construction permit the DNR sent to William Croell.  Nothing else was discussed, table for next meeting.

Ray Armel, County Assessor was here to discuss the vacating of an alley by Frank Wilson’s property.  Mr. Armel had copies from the Beacon website to show there is no alley north of Frank Wilson’s property.  Vacating the alley would serve no purpose.  Motion made by Scheidel to rescind the vacating of the alley.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed

Street Finance Report, Resolution 07042018 was discussed.  Motion made by King to approve Resolution 07042018.  Seconded by Izer.  All ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Izer to approve Bucky’s Liquor License.  Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

City Ordinance 6-6-21-Watercourses was discussed.  The ordinance states the land owner is responsible to keep the flat or level part of the bank of said waterway free of any weeds or grasses more that sins inches in height.  The council has decided to table this for next month.

Suzette would like the City Hall hours changed to Monday – Thursday 8:30am -12:30 pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm.  Friday hours would be 8:30am – 12:00pm.   Jay stated that residents have come in before 9:00 am to pay bills and Suzette said very few residents come in from 3:00 pm to 3:30pm.  Motion made by Scheidel to change office hours to Monday – Thursday 8:30am -12:30 pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm.  Friday hours would be 8:30am – 12:00pm.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

The Highland Park Restroom roof needs repaired.  The city has received insurance money for this repair.  Some of the council said they would volunteer time to help with this repair.  The city had a quote from Roger Dreckman for the repair.  Motion made by King to spend the insurance money for the roof and privacy wall.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.   Motion passed.

Suzette discussed the cities computer hard drive should be updated.  Dennis Ungs sent a quote to upgrade the current computer.  Motion made by Scheidel to accept quote from Dennis Ungs.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The next meeting will be October 1, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Scheidel and second by King to adjourn at 7:40 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on August 6, 2018 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

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

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Frank Wilson, Deb Throndson

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

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

CLAIMS REPORT
VENDOR			REFERENCE	AMOUNT
ARAMARK			RUGS	186.14
BLACK HILLS ENERGY			GAS UTILITY	154.27
CASH INC			GAS	525.03
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RES			PER#1957001 FY19	210
EFTPS			FED/FICA TAX	1,643.14
FIVE STAR COOP			FERTILIZER PARKS	935.24
HAWKINS			WATER SUPPLIES	925.93
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE			SALES TAX	1,126.00
IOWA ONE CALL				33.4
IOWA RURAL WATER ASSOCIATION			2018 WATER MEETING	150
IPERS			IPERS	999.02
JENDRO SANITATION  SERVICES			GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,119.38
LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT			TRUCK PAYMENT	2,915.00
MICK GAGE PLUMBING & HEATING			CROELL PARK RESTROOMS	90
MIENERGY			ELECTRICITY	19,974.90
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE			JULY MEETING MINUTES	93.15
PAUL NIEMANN CONSTRUCTION			ROADS	87.66
QUILL CORPORATION				134.78
STANTON ELECTRIC			HOOK UP FOR BROWN ST HOUSE	200.18
TERRY DURIN CO			ELECTRIC METERS	400
TEST AMERICA			WATER TESTING	55.65
UPS				71.98
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS				2,613.45
WINDSTREAM			PHONE	106.44
TOTAL ACCOUNTS PAYABLE				35,750.74
PAYROLL CHECKS				5,686.23
DEPOSIT REFUNDS ON  7/24/2018				189.62
**** PAID    TOTAL *****				41,626.59
**** SCHED   TOTAL *****
***** REPORT TOTAL *****				41,626.59
REVENUE BY FUND
GENERAL	3,782.81
SANITATION	2,327.39
ROAD USE TAX	3,544.45
LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX	3,318.48
WATER	7,117.91
SEWER TOTAL	6,262.80
ELECTRIC	28,837.84
DEPOSITS-ELECTRIC	0
TOTAL REVENUE	52,001.65
TRANSFERS	6,518.75
Total Revenue and Transfers	58,520.40

 

Mark informed the Counsel of the Reap Grant recipients will be announced Thursday July 9, 2018.  This grant would be for the Croell Park Restroom Project.

Motion made by Izer to approve Bucky’s Cigarette Permit.  Seconded by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Suzette explained Resolution No. 06302018 to Transfer Funds from Local Option Tax to General Fund.    Motion made by King to approve Resolution No 06302018.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Frank Wilson discussed vacating his side of the alley on the WEST side of his home.  This would allow access to the houses on the other side of the alley.

Motion made by King to vacate 8ft of the alley on the WEST side of Frank Wilson’s house for $1.00 fee plus quit claim deed fees.  Seconded by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Ordinance 3-1-5 Section 6 Discharging Firearms and Fireworks (Code of Iowa, Sec. 727.2) was discussed.  It was discussed to amend the current ordinance to allow Fireworks 7 days before the 4^th of July and 7 days after the 4^th of July until 11:00 pm.  A permit will be required from the city with proof of homeowners insurance.

King made motion to amend Ordinance 3-1-5 Section 6.  Kuehner seconded. All Ayes. Motion passed.

The amendment for Ordinance No. 331 to change utility fees to add $5.00 monthly utility fee for Electric, $5.00 monthly utility fee for water, and $5.00 monthly utility for sewer.  Moved by Scheidel and seconded by King to approve the first reading of ordinance.  All ayes.  Motion passed. It was moved by King and seconded by Kuehner to wave the 2^nd and 3^rd readings. (According to Iowa code Section 380.3)  All ayes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Ordinance No. 331 Amendment.  Seconded by Izer.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

An update regarding the Annexation was discussed.   It will be tabled for next month.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.  Suzette will research what other small towns charge for deposits.  It was discussed to have landlords come to council meeting to discuss delinquent accounts.

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

Motion by Scheidel and second by King to adjourn at 8:30 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on July 9, 2018 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

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

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Frank Wilson, Lezley Johanson, Joe & Luke Langreck, Bill Croell, Ray Armel, Kurt Croell, Cindy Ohm, Mike Murray, Deb Merril

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

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

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	112.41
ARAMARK	RUGS	248.19
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,119.38
STANTON ELECTRIC	CO-OP DOWN LINES	260
UPS		48.26
RILEY’S	INK	539.8
TEST AMERICA	WASTEWATER TESTING	207.9
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,415.49
IPERS	IPERS	939.2
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	810
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	50.53
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	24,398.33
CASH	BOOMTRUCK	462.23
FIVE STAR COOP	FIELDMASTER DYED DLVD	887.25
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,383.00
IOWA LEAGUE	DUES	542
HEARTLAND ASPHALT	UPM COLD MIX	491.05
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	JUNE COUNSIL MINUTES	158.91
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	BUDGET PAYMENT	3,000.00
UNITES STATES POSTAL	10 ROLLS POSTCARD STAMPS	600
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	HAZ-MAT FOR FY2018-2019	219.5
DNR	ANNUAL WATER SUPPLY FEE FY19	50.42
CHICKASAW COUNTY SHERIFF	DRIVE THRU PATROL	3,393.47
MICK GAGE	JUNE 24-JULY 24 2018	90
QUALITY PUMP	LIFT STATION ON SITE HOURS	553
MARK KRIENER	TILLING	200
NAPA	REINFORCED WIPES	129
IOWA ONE CALL		19
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	INSURANCE AUDIT	29
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		835
HANAWALT	2 BUCKETS MULCH	74.9
HOLE	TREE CLEAN UP FOR HELP	38.63
MUNICIPAL PIPE TOOL	CLEANING SANITART SEWERS	2,807.74
INDIGO STUDIO	FUNDRAISER CROELL PARK	325
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,734.68
	CLAIMS TOTAL	52,173.27	REVENUE BY FUND
	GENERAL FUND	13,597.78	GENERAL	5,038.34
	SANITATION FUND	2,119.38	SANITATION	2,330.65
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,385.44	ROAD USE TAX	3,652.34
	WATER FUND	2,976.14	LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX	3,318.48
	SEWER FUND	5,597.11	WATER	5,321.52
	ELECTRIC FUND	26,497.42	SEWER TOTAL	6,155.17
			ELECTRIC	21,046.56
			DEPOSITS-ELECTRIC	100.00
			TOTAL REVENUE	46,963.06
			TRANSFERS	5,282.50
			Total Revenue and Transfers	52,245.56

 

Lezley Johansen with Iowa Big North representing Turkey Valley discussed educational and life skill opportunities for students.  She discussed real world problems in the workplace to help students with learn to make mistakes and fix them.  Several companies have been helpful with this type of learning for students.  If a business in Lawler would be interested in this opportunity they can call Lezley Johansen.  Suzette has her number at City Hall.

Bill Croell gave an update on the affordable housing project.  Land was purchased from Joe Langreck and Don Kurtenbach.  HRS, LLC surveyed the parcel to be annexed into the city.  3.69 acres will be annexed into the city.  Bill discussed the final constructions plans from Fehr Grahm which included storm water permits and DNR right away.  Suzette will contact City attorney for letter to the county supervisors.

Moved by Scheidel to move forward with the annexation process.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Concerned citizens discussed someone lighting fireworks within city limits.  They were concerned with the safety hazards.  Cindy Ohm had called the sheriff’s department.  The ordinance was discussed.  I will be added to the agenda next month to amend the ordinance.

Street constructions were discussed with two bids, one from Black Hawk Asphalt for seal coating and Croell Redi Mix.   Seal coating was cheaper however concrete will last longer.  Street constructions would be Spring Street and East Street with Lincoln and Center Streets in the future.  Kurt Croell said it would be possible that he would help the city with working out a loan to be paid over time.

Moved by King to accept the Croell Redi Mix bid.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

City Laundry gave Suzette a bid for rugs in the city hall.  Currently the city uses Aramark.  City Laundry was cheaper.

Moved by Izer to contract City Laundry.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

There was on application for the part job.  Danielle Kuhlman filled out an application.  She has been mowing parks for the month of June.  \

Moved by Croell to accept Danielle Kuhlman for the part time help with back pay.  Seconded by Izer. Motion passed.

Mark had received a concerned citizen letter regarding residents putting parking cones and no parking signs along the boulevards during Irish Fest so no one could park on the side streets.  City property is 33ft from the middle of the road to the property and 8 ft. in from the street.  These signs were within the city boulevard.  A letter will be sent to this resident.

Ordinance No. 230 Amendment was discussed.  This is regarding the Weed Removal and Grass Cutting and Specifying Penalties.

Moved by King to approve Ordinance NO 230. Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Move by King to waive second and third readings.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Utility Fee ordinance was discussed.  Discussion was regarding the apartment buildings.  It was brought up that the landlords pay the water and sewer for the apartments.  The landlord should be receiving this monthly fee for each apartment.  The ordinance amendment would need to be rewritten to add this statement to the ordinance.  This will be put on next month agenda for approval.

Suzette would like to attend Clerk School to help her with City finances and General Ledger Accounting.   Moved by Scheidel to send Suzette to Clerk School.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes. Motion Passed.

Employee raises were discussed.  Moved by Scheidel to give Jay and Suzette a 3% raise effective July 1, 2018.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion Passed.

The next meeting will be August 6, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by King and second by Izer to adjourn at 8:30 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

Due to the death of Mayor Mueterthies’ father, the monthly city council meeting will be delayed one week. The July meeting is now scheduled for Monday, July 9 @ 7:00.

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

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

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

Others present: Jason Byrne and Sandy Reicks

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

Moved made by King, seconded by Croell to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.  Suzette will price check with City Laundry.  She will also call the City Attorney to receive a more itemized bill.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

FMC LANDFILL	LANDFILL FEE	100
WINDSTREAM	PHONE	100.06
ARAMARK	RUGS	232.68
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	BLADE	59.1
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,119.38
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	54.5
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	tank truck	339.4
STANTON ELECTRIC	SWITCH POLES	3,822.82
UPS		170.58
TEST AMERICA	INVOICE 31177202	66.15
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,436.80
IPERS	IPERS	951.01
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	213.86
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	18,457.02
CASH	GASOLINE	455.33
HAWKINS	AZONE	389.1
PAUL NIEMANN CONSTRUCTION	CRANE CREEK TRAIL	4,194.93
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,225.00
BLAZEK CORPORATION	REPAIR INTERSECTION PITTS AND	3,459.47
TEAM LAB	SURFACTANT, WEED KILLER, ALGAE	2,277.00
HEARTLAND ASPHALT	COLD MIX	249.55
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	WATER QUILITY REPORT	56.62
DRILLINGS	weed eater	11.76
ANDERSON	LEGAL FEE	791.25
MICK GAGE	Croell park restrooms	90
MARC		836.51
CHICKASAW COUNTY RECORDER	RECORD DEED FOR POND	17
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	COMM CYBER	750
GARY CUVELIER		30
B & R BLASTING	SANDBLASTING MERRY GO ROUND	267.5
HANAWALT	3 BUCKETS MULCH CROELL PARK	105
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,788.16
	CLAIMS TOTAL	48,117.54
	GENERAL FUND	10,622.66
	SANITATION FUND	2,219.38
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	4,092.36
	WATER FUND	2,790.52
	SEWER FUND	4,209.79
	ELECTRIC FUND	24,182.83

Jason Byrne discussed the All-Nighters ball tournament with the council.  He has the schedule planned and everything would stay the same as previous years.  John Izer will be in charge of the concession stand and gate.  John Izer will also be there in case of bad weather.  Motion made by Kin and second by Izer to close Grove Street from Hwy. 24 to Diagonal Street from Friday, July 20, 2018 to Sunday, July 22, 2018.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

The Utility Billing Rates were discussed.  Suzette prepared a spreadsheet for the council to review that compares the amount of revenue and expenses for the 3 Utility Funds. (Electric, Water, Sewer)   This was for the Current Fiscal Year.  The Electric Fund has more expense than what it brings in for Revenue.  Water and Sewer were bringing in more revenue than expense.  However, Suzette explained to the council that the Fund Balances do not have enough money in them for Emergency Maintenance Expenses for the Utilities.   For example the lagoon is in need of a repair and the Sewer Fund has never been built up for Expenses such as this.  Suzette has did research how to build these enterprise funds.  Cities charge an extra fee on utility bills to help with emergency expenses.  This money would go into a Utility Fund and can only be spent on Utilities.

Moved by King to charge a $15.00 utility fee starting with the August 2018 utility bill.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Part-time help has been discussed for city maintenance.  This would be a seasonal, on call job.  The applicant would need to be age 18+ years.

Moved by Croell to hang flyers in town describing the job.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

The Lawler Code of Ordinance Chapter 6 Trees and Weeds 6-6-18 Removal of Grass was discussed.   Currently a letter is sent to property owners whose lawn has exceeded 6 inches in height to abate the nuisance immediately.  The current ordinance would be amended to include the city would mow the grass if nuisance has not been abated within 48 hours.  The property owner would be charged $250.00 penalty to be paid with 30 days.  If not paid in 30 days, the city would access property taxes.

Moved by Croell seconded by King to amend current ordinance to include $250.00 penalty to abate nuisance or access property taxes.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

City Raises have been tabled for next month.

The Annexation has been tabled for next month.

Mark talked about the Seal Coat bid from Blacktop Service Co. since Jay could not be at meeting.  It was decided to table the seal coat bid for next month.

The next meeting will be July 2, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by King and second by Izer to adjourn at 8:30 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

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

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

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

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Kurt Croell, Dave Byrne, Hailey Reicks, Kelsey Kroth, Cathy Humpal, Joe & Luke Langreck, Joyce Hastings and Ray Armel

Motion made by King, seconded by Izer to approve the Agenda with the following additions Highland Park Bathroom, Cathy Humpal – Library Board, Streets.   All Ayes.

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

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	102.08
ARAMARK	RUGS	155.12
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,119.38
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	54.5
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	PICKUP	494.5
STANTON ELECTRIC	new pole	4,566.43
UPS		71.46
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	50.55
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,399.65
IPERS	IPERS	928.95
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	319.82
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	20,485.59
CASH	GASOLINE	485.27
FIVE STAR COOP	diesel fuel	61.95
HAWKINS	AZONE	292.35
BROWN SUPPLY CO		581.4
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	888
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE		356.61
QUILL CORPORATION	PAPER TOWEL	87.97
UNITES STATES POSTAL		301
DATA TECH	USER GROUP MEETING	95
IMFOA	2018-19 DUES APP	50
IWD	1ST QTR ST UNEMPLOYEMENT	18.68
JAY UHLENHAKE		1,902.31
MARK KRIENER	TILLING	100
NAPA	WIPERBLADES	45.87
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL	JD 6125 PAYMENT	6,849.62
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		197.5
MENARDS	SLIDE FOR CROELL PARK	209.6
GARY CUVELIER	SNOW REMOVAL	225
AUDITOR		1,200.00
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,683.53
	CLAIMS TOTAL	49,379.69
	GENERAL FUND	7,930.90
	SANITATION FUND	2,119.38
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,216.71
	DEBT SERVICE FUND	6,849.62
	WATER FUND	2,286.18
	SEWER FUND	2,103.73
	ELECTRIC FUND	26,873.17

Cathy Humpal let the Council know that Steve Lynch would like to be on the Library Board for the 6 year term.  Motion made by Izer to appoint Steve Lynch to the Library Board for the next 6 years.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes. Motion approved.

Hailey Reicks and Kelsey Kroth updated the counsel regarding Croell Park Shelter & Bathroom Fundraisers.  They have made up a flier for upcoming fundraiser activities.  They needed address list of residents to inform them of the Fundraisers.  The money would be sent to the city to be deposited in the park fund.  Dewey Brincks said he would be able to help with the construction of the shelter.  They also have been told more residents would rather donate to updating playground equipment before shelter.

Motion made by Izer to approve The Brite Spot liquor license renewal.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes.   Motion approved

Motion made by King to approve Bucky’s liquor license renewal.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Motion made by Kuehner to approve Irish Fest liquor license renewal.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion approved.

Motion made by Izer to open the Urban Revitalization Ordinance No. 4-2-2018 -3 Public Hearing.  Seconded by Croell. All Ayes.  Motion approved

Ray Armel discussed Building Permits for the city.  Suzette and Ray put together new Building Permits for residents doing any construction on their property.  The resident will also receive an Application Form for Exemption as part of the Urban Revitalization Plan for Lawler.

Motion made by King to close the Urban Revitalization Ordinance 4-2-2018 -3 Public Hearing.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes  Motion approved.

Motion made by Izer to skip the second and third readings of the Urban Revitalization Ordinance 4-2-2018 -3. Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Motion made by King to approve Ordinance No.  4-2-2018-3. Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Dave Byrne discussed who would carry the insurance for the  Veteran’s lawn mower for the Memorial.   Kuehner asked who owned the lawnmower.  He replied the Veteran’s own it.  A discussion followed why the Veterans don’t have insurance on it.  He was going to talk with his insurance agent.  It was decided to table this for next month.

Motion made by Izer to open the Public Hearing for Budget Amendment.  Seconded by King.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Suzette confirmed with the council it would be current FY18 to be amended.  No further discussion was made.

Motion made by King to close Public Hearing.  Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion approved.

Motion made by Kuehner to approve the FY18 Budget Amendments.  Seconded by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion carried.

Kurt Croell presented a possible subdivision for the city of Lawler.  Joe Langreck has agreed to sell Kurt 10 lots of property for new infrastructure within the city.  He is asking the city to annex the property into the city.  Kurt will send a letter to explain his plan for this project for annexation.   The approximate phase 1 area would be 4.80 acres which would be 10 lots for housing.  The electricity would be from the city.  Kurt would be responsible for water and sewer connection.  Kurt would have concrete streets for this infrastructure, engineered ditches for proper drainage.   A letter to the County Supervisors would need to be sent to inform them of the annexation.

Kurt Croell also would be willing to finance cementing streets within the city for 2-5 years.  He would put new rock underneath.  Kurt will come up with some figures for cost.

A discussion about the ditches on homeowner’s property as to who is responsible for keeping the culverts cleaned out for water to drain properly.  Homeowners filled in their ditches in and now water cannot drain properly.  Certain ditches need to be cleaned out.  Jay knows of 12 residents in needing of cleaning their ditches out.

Motion made by Croell to send the 12 residents a letter regarding their ditches.  Seconded by Kuehner.  All ayes.  Motion approved.

Nuisance letters will be sent to certain residents that need to clean up yards from junk (City Ordinance No. 3-2-1(j).

The bathroom at Highland Park has some wind damage and needs repaired.  Suzette will speak to John Cuvelier regarding turning the damage into insurance.  Dewey Brincks has offered to donate his time to help repair damage.

Gene Blazek would like to purchase the old tanker fire truck from the city.

Motion made by Croell to offer tanker for what city paid for it. Seconded by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The next meeting will be June 4, 2018 at 7:00pm.

Moved by King and Second by Croell to adjourn at 8:20pm.   All Ayes Motion passed.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on April 2, 2018 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Izer, Scheidel, King, Kuehner

Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Frank Wilson, Reed Palo, Roger Dreckman, and Ray Armel

Moved by King, second by Kuehner to approve the Agenda with Ray Armel, Deputy Reed Palo and property Annexation additions. All Ayes.

Moved by Scheidel second by Izer to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid as presented.  All Ayes

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	115.63
ARAMARK	RUGS	77.56
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	OIL FILTER- TRACTOR	107.84
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,201.88
UPS		28.19
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER TESTING	50.55
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,379.62
IPERS	IPERS	916.58
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	796
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	362.97
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	22,125.97
CASH		149.84
FIVE STAR COOP	DIESEL FUEL	104.97
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,609.00
TEAM LAB	MEGA BUGS PUCK MEGA BUGS PLUS	1,636.50
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		2,613.45
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	BUDGET PAYMENT	4,300.00
QUILL CORPORATION	PAPER & ENVELOPS	223.95
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES		19,574.00
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 03/26/2018	188.54
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,622.97
	CLAIMS TOTAL	63,186.01
	GENERAL FUND	28,003.77
	SANITATION FUND	2,201.88
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,222.89
	WATER FUND	2,344.98
	SEWER FUND	4,343.43
	ELECTRIC FUND	25,069.06

Moved by King and second by Scheidel to renew Hole in the Wall Liquor license.  All Ayes

Move by King and second by Kuehner to renew Starlite Ballroom Liquor license.  All Ayes

Deputy Reed Palo discussed an invoice from the Chickasaw County Clerk of Court regarding dismissed court cases.  The council is seeking information regarding why the city owes the court fees.  Reed is going to be asking the clerk of court what this is for.  He will let the city know the information he will find.

Deputy Palo also discussed how to handle the bark dogs that have been a nuisance to the neighbors.  The city has sent several letters to the dog owner’s residence that the city ordinance is not being followed.  Deputy Palo suggests to the neighbors need to file a written complaint with the Sheriff Department.  Deputy Palo will discuss with Sheriff Marty Heman what to do next regarding a civil case.  He said that they would need to witness the barking as it is happening.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

Ray Armel, Chickasaw County Assessor, discussed the Urban Revitalization Plan for the City of Lawler. He reviewed two resolutions with the council.  Resolution No. 4-2-2018 #1 discussed the buildings and vacant property in the City needing restoration, preservation repair and improvement. Some incentives would be tax exemptions under the Urban Revitalization Plan proposed in Resolution NO. 4-2-2018 #2.  This resolution proposed approval of the Urban Revitalization Plan prepared by the Chickasaw County Assessor.  The plan proposal designates the entire City of Lawler.  The plan will be made available for the public to review at the City Hall.

Moved by King and seconded by Izer to approve Resolution No. 4-2-2018 #1.  All Ayes

Moved by Scheidel and seconded by Kuehner to approve Resolution No. 4-2-2018 #2.  All Ayes

Moved by Scheidel and seconded by King to set Public Hearing for the Ordinance approval to approve the Urban Revitalization Plan for Lawler, IA, May 7, 2018 at 7:15 pm.  All Ayes.

Croell Corp. would like to have some ground Annexed at city property to build a housing development.  Ray Armel went over Iowa Code 368.4-368.8 for Annexation.  The Croell Corp would also like property annexed for 3 greenhouses.  Croell would like the city to be the utility company for this project.  The city would need approval of Alliant Energy to turn over electric to MiEnergy so the City would be the utility for the development.

Jeremy Weber would like to use the ball field Thursday evenings during the summer.  The ball field is not being used on Thursdays.

Motion made by Izer to approve Hole in the Wall liquor license.  Second by Scheidel.  All ayes.

Motion made by King to approve Starlite Ballroom liquor license.  Second by Kuehner.  All ayes.

Suzette went over the Budget amendment.  Flood Control was not budgeted and there was expenses regarding flood damage last summer.  Need to make an amendment for the Public Safety Fund.  Public Works Fund also needs an amendment regarding garbage.  It was budget in the wrong fund.  Also the General Government needs to be amended.  The new accounting software and new printer for the office went over budget.

Motion made by King to set Public Hearing for Budget Amendment May 7, 2018 at 7:20pm.  Seconded by Izer.  All ayes.

Jendro will place a large dumpster by Depot Street May 12, 2018 from 7:00am – 10:30am for residents to put their garbage in.  Jendro will not pick up at residents houses.  Motion made by Izer to set May 12, 2018 as Spring Cleanup Day.  Seconded by Scheidel.  All ayes.

Lions Club discussed they would like a different location for their dinner during Irish Fest.

Motion made by King to close Spring to Grove Streets Thursday through Sunday during Irish Fest. Seconded by Kuehner.  All Ayes.

East Street was discussed.  The city will be collecting bids to seal coat East Street.  East Street will be on the agenda for May.

The next meeting will be May 7, 2018 at 7:00pm.

Moved by Scheidel and Second by King to adjourn at 8:30pm.   All Ayes

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

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

Mayor Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: Izer, Scheidel, King, Kuehner

Others present: Roger Dreckman and Ray Armel

Moved by King, second by Izer to approve the Agenda. All Ayes.

Moved by Scheidel second by King to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid as presented with the exception of Chickasaw Sheriff.  All Ayes

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	113.34
ARAMARK	RUGS	155.12
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,119.38
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	antilock brake system	350.32
UPS		17.03
TEST AMERICA	J122833-1, J123818-1, J122833-	51.1
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,385.59
IPERS	IPERS	920.49
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	373
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	25,678.64
FIVE STAR COOP	DIESEL FOR TRACTOR	128.48
HAWKINS	AZONE 15	321.65
BROWN SUPPLY CO		303.13
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,128.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	FEBRUARY COUNCIL MINUTES	46.97
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD	FY2018 2ND QTR DIRECT ASSESSME	1,082.58
IAMU	MEMBERSHIP DUES	1,299.00
DORSEY	SRF SEWER REVENUE PROJECT	700
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 02/07/2018	78.28
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	4,642.77
	CLAIMS TOTAL	40,894.87
	GENERAL FUND	8,355.58
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	957.22
	WATER FUND	2,171.91
	SEWER FUND	1,852.28
	ELECTRIC FUND	27,479.60
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	78.28

Mayor Mueterthies signed the LTD Broadband Lease agreement for the use of the water tower for broadband communication equipment.  In exchange for the use of the water tower, the City Hall, Fire Department, Waste Water Plant will have free internet service.

Mayor Mueterthies discussed he will be attending the Hazard Mitigation Plan meeting with the county , March 13, 2018.  Jeremy Scheidel and Dale King will also be attending this meeting with Mayor Mueterthies.

A dog barking nuisance was discussed.  The city will give a ten day notice to the home owners to control the uncontrolled barking and have too many dogs at the residence.

Moved by Scheidel to open Public Hearing, seconded by Izer.  All ayes.

The Budget FY19 Resolution 3052018 was discussed.

Moved by King to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Izer.  All ayes.

Moved by Kuehner to approve the Budget FY19 Resolution 3052018, seconded by Scheidel.  All ayes

Ray Armel discussed Urban Revitalization with Chickasaw County.  He discussed with the council the criteria that would need to be followed, such as the area designated, property classes, types of improvements, value qualifications, exemption schedule.  He discussed the process the city would be following.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be April 2, 2018 at 7:00pm.

Moved by Scheidel and Second by King to adjourn at 8:20pm.   All Ayes

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk