The Lawler City Council met in regular session on February 5, 2024 at 6:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

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

Council members absent:

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Renea Huinker, Ryan Wicks and Nick LaRosa

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with an addition regarding City Burning.

Second by Croell.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by King.    All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	276.86
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	16,309.29
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	DUMP TRUCK	153.2
UPS		122.91
TEST AMERICA		95.6
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,709.89
IPERS	IPERS	1,292.33
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	21,911.01
CASH		446.16
HAWKINS	AZONE	488.19
BLAZEK CORPORATION	Clean culvert Brush St	770
TEAM LAB	SUPER BUGS	804
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	JANUARY 2024 MINUTES	129.71
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	OCT NOV DEC 2023 PAYMENT	3,500.01
ROGER DRECKMAN	CLEAN CULVERT BRUSH ST AND	1,000.00
QUILL CORPORATION	COPY PAPER	72.96
IOWA ONE CALL	EMAIL	4.5
ROSENBAUM AUTO	SNOW PLOW	996.47
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	SNOW PLOW	1,517.66
VISA – S BYRNE	USA FILING	380.19
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		37.32
FEHR GRAHAM	BOX CULVERT ENGINEERING	36,750.00
HACH	CHLORINE	274.41
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,355.47	REVENUE
	CLAIMS TOTAL	95,398.14	55610.99
	GENERAL FUND	9,320.42	4615
	SANITATION FUND	16,419.29	3088.68
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	2,863.05	3996.58
	CAP PRO STORM DRAINAGE FUND	38,520.00
	WATER FUND	2,203.81	6324.64
	SEWER FUND	2,815.01	7073.1
	ELECTRIC FUND	23,256.56	29298.3
	STORM WATER FEE		1214.69
CITY OF LAWLER 2023 GROSS WAGES
SUZETTE BYRNE	26,969.45
JAY UHLENHAKE	63,405.00
CATHERINE HUMPAL	584.55
GWEN KUEHNER	175.00
MARK MUETERTHIES	1,200.00
DALE KING	300.00
JOHN IZER	250.00
JEREMY SCHEIDEL	275.00

 

LIBRARY

IPERS	IPERS	288.12
INGRAM	BOOKS	225.3
BETTER HOMES	RENEWAL 2024	16
PREVENTION		51.36
MAGNOLIA JOURNAL	RENEWAL 2024	15
VISA		154.08
HAWKEYE ALARM & SIGNAL		31.12
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING		86.73
CASH		8,016.00
MARYJANESFARM		21.95
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,459.93
	CLAIMS TOTAL	10,365.59
	GENERAL FUND	10,365.59

 

Ryan Wicks and Nick LaRosa were here to present the council with the plans for the Box Culverts construction.  They went through each culvert with the council and answered questions.

 

Renea Huinker showed the council the updated library.  She explained they are still waiting on a grant she applied for to help the library with expenses.

 

Mayor Mueterthies told the council he asked John Izer to be on the Board of Adjustment and he agreed.  Motion made by Croell to appoint John Izer to the Board of Adjustment.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King, Roberson and Wilson

Nays: None

Motion passed.

 

The council discussed the Public Hearing for the Proposed Tax Rate for FY24/25.  Suzette explained to the council this Public Hearing will need to be a separate council meeting.  Motion made by Wilson to have the Public Hearing for the Proposed Tax Rate April 1, 2024 at 7:05pm.  Second by King.

Ayes: Wilson, King, Scheidel, Croell and Roberson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Suzette presented the counsel with the Budget FY24/25 for their review.  She explained to the council that property tax went because of the Debt Levy since the city had a new loan for the box culvert project.

 

Wilson informed the council of a citizen burning and said not just wood.  A nuisance letter will be sent to resident with a copy of the ordinance.

 

Next meeting will be March 4, 2024

 

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 6:58pm.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Wilson, King, Scheidel, Roberson and Croell

Nays:  None

 

Motion passed.

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on January 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

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

Council members absent:

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Jane Lynch, Travis Suckow, Dave Burns and Renea Huinker

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda.

Second by Croell.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by King.    All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	276.86
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,477.50
STANTON ELECTRIC	ROGER DRECKMAN NEW SERVICE	5,435.63
UPS		132.84
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	95.6
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,861.24
IPERS	IPERS	1,439.05
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	772.09
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	419.52
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	21,091.66
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,234.32
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	DEC 2023 MINUTES	92.11
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		5,034.75
LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT	1ST HALF 2024 TAXATION	6,171.25
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	1ST QTR 28E AGREE AMBULANCE	10,886.40
BANK IOWA	DEC 2023 LOAN PRINCIPAL PYMT	8,474.24
STATE HYGIENIC LAB	DRINKING WATER TEST	21
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	FUEL PICKUP	95.41
VISA – S BYRNE	ADOBE	50.63
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		45.9
FEHR GRAHAM	BOX CULVERT IMPROVE	10,500.00
DONS TRUCK SALES		114.99
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	8,156.77
	CLAIMS TOTAL	85,879.76	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	25,468.59	7,896.08
	SANITATION FUND	3,477.50	2,705.79
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,611.31	4,708.52
	DEBT SERVICE FUND	8,474.24	2,119.80
	CAP PRO STORM DRAINAGE FUND	10,500.00	1,000,000.00
	WATER FUND	2,983.83	7,440.70
	SEWER FUND	3,735.14	8,115.07
	ELECTRIC FUND	29,629.15	27,700.46

 

LIBRARY

EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,312.54
IPERS	IPERS	290.57
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAX	102.84
CATHY HUMPAL	WEEBLY	33.9
INGRAM	BOOKS	25.67
ILA	MEMBERSHIP	30
MID-AMERICA PUBLISHING	BOOKS	68.85
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT		31.22
VISA	CRAFTS	78.84
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	LIBRARY EXPANSION	6,900.44
KENNEDY & KENNEDY	CONFERENCE CALL RENEA HUINKER	44
RENEA HUINKER	DOOR SIGN	18.61
CASH		665.64
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,548.02
	CLAIMS TOTAL	11,151.14
	GENERAL FUND	11,151.14

 

Cole Roberson has agreed to fill Gwen Kuehner’s council seat after her resignation.  Motion made by Scheidel to appoint Cole Roberson to the council to replace Gwen Kuehner’s council seat.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Wilson, Croell and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies, Karen Wilson, Dale King, Jeremy Scheidel and Cole Roberson to their Oaths.

 

Appointments were made by council for 2024.  The Board of Adjustment will need another appointment to for a replacement until 2025

 

Appointments January 2024

Mayor pro-tem                                    Dale King

Bank                                                    Bank Iowa

City Attorney                                      John Anderson

City Clerk                                           Suzette Byrne

Toxic Cleanup                                    Jeremy Scheidel

Street Committee                                Kurt Croell, Cole Roberson, Jay Uhlenhake

Utilities Committee                            Karen Wilson, Dale King, Jay Uhlenhake

Fire Dept. Rep.                                   Cole Roberson & Dale King

Tree Committee                                  Dale King, Karen Wilson, Jay Uhlenhake

Health Officer                                     Dr. Lukas Brinkman

Street Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Water Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Landfill Committee Rep.                    Jay Uhlenhake

 

Board of Adjustment                          5 year term

2025

Jeremy Scheidel                                  2025

Kurt Croell                                          2027

Roger Dreckman                                2024

Frank Wilson                                      2025

 

Park Board                                          5 year term

Roger Dreckman                                2026

Dale King                                            2026

Jeremy Scheidel                                  2025

 

Emergency Management Board

Mark Mueterthies

Dale King

 

REAP

Mark Mueterthies

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Appointments for 2024 with the Board of Adjustment to be tabled until February.  Second by Wilson.

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

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Dave Burns cleaned up under the city culvert near his house.  The City did not hire him to do this work and he did not get paid for this.  Kurt Croell thanked him for his volunteer work.  Mr. Burns also handed out a flier regard a Lawler TEAM Challenge to volunteer to help cleanup Dry Run Creak through town.  Suzette stated the property owners along the creek receive letters to clean up their half of the creek that runs along their property.

 

Renea Huinker with the Library Board gave the council an update on the library remodel.  The furnace room has been moved and is functional.  The outside windows to the south and west have been installed.   The library will be applying for a grant the Chickasaw Foundation.  She informed the council the winter hours for the library will be closing at 4:30pm.

 

Mayor Muetherthies informed the council the city will need a new air conditioner in the city hall.  Mic’s Plumbing & Heating informed him a coil was rusted in current air conditioner.  Motion made by Croell to purchase a new air conditioner.  Second by King.

Ayes: Croell, King, Scheidel, Wilson and Roberson

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Lucas Elsbernd sent the council a schedule for the Box Culvert Improvements. The council needs to date and time for bid opening for the Box Culvert Improvements projects and set date and time for the public hearing on the proposed Contract Documents and Estimated Costs for the Box Culvert Improvements project. Motion made by Croell to set bid opening date February 28, 2024 at 10:00am. Second by Wilson.

Ayes: Croell, Wilson, Roberson, Scheidel and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Croell to set public hearing date to accept bid on March 4, 2024 at 7:15pm.  Second by King.

Ayes: Croell, King, Scheidel, Roberson and Wilson

Nayes: None

Motion Passed.

 

Chickasaw County Supervisor Travis Suckow was at the meeting.  Croell was asking why the City of Nashua received the $50,000 to fix their damn.   Travis also voted to give $50,000 to the secondary roads near Alta Vista.  Croell asked Mr. Suckow to start representing his district.  The City of Lawler could use some help with the replacement of the 4 box culverts within the city.

 

The council worked on the Budget FY24-25.  Street repairs were discussed.  Not much will be able to be done this year since the box culverts are being replace.  Jendro Sanitation raised their prices of the garbage pickup.  Jay stated increase in chemical prices for the water, sewer and parks.  Suzette will run the numbers the council gave.  Budget numbers will be discussed next month.

 

 

Next meeting will be February 5, 2024 at 7:00pm.

 

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 9:00pm.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Wilson, King, Scheidel, Roberson and Croell

Nays:  None

 

Motion passed.

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on December 4, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:  King, Izer, Scheidel and Croell

Council members absent:

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake and Karen Wilson

 

Motion made by Scheidel 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 Izer.    All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	276.86
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,376.37
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC		100
STANTON ELECTRIC		233.7
UPS		61.48
RILEY’S		48.12
TEST AMERICA		470.45
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,687.22
IPERS	IPERS	1,259.86
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	151.14
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	22,897.05
IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY	2023 INTEREST PYMT	4,191.25
CASH		712.24
FIVE STAR COOP		649.2
HAWKINS	AZONE AND LPC- 4	1,061.19
BLAZEK CORPORATION	CLEAN DITCH & CULVERT BY	1,835.00
TEAM LAB	MEGA BUGS	1,185.50
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	AFR 06 30 2023	288.85
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	ELECTIONS	478.78
ANDERSON		456
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC		1,580.00
MARK MUETERTHIES	2023 MILEAGE	165
IOWA ONE CALL	EMAIL	19.8
ROSENBAUM AUTO	TRUCK TIRES	1,014.24
VISA – S BYRNE		936.53
MISSION	LIFT STATION	371.4
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		43.85
FEHR GRAHAM	BOX CULVERT IMPROVEMENTS	15,750.00
IOWA SURVERILLANCE TEAM	EAST PARK CAMERA	7,618.79
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 11/22/2023	192.41
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,171.87
	CLAIMS TOTAL	75,284.15	REVENUES
	GENERAL FUND	17,245.97	9261.13
	SANITATION FUND	3,376.37	3257.39
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,014.74	3778.94
	CAP PRO STORM DRAINAGE FUND	15,750.00
	WATER FUND	2,910.01	7203.58
	SEWER FUND	4,106.38	7682.74
	SEWER SINKING FUND	4,191.25	3131.67
	ELECTRIC FUND	26,652.53	26941.32
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	36.9	94.74

 

LIBRARY

 

IPERS	IPERS	272.49
INGRAM	BOOKS	117.43
RILEY’S	TONER	359.85
TRIBUNE	RENEWAL 12 MONTHS	56
WOMAN’S DAY		26.72
DEMCO		246.22
THE IOWAN MAGAZINE	RENEWAL	24
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT	Nov-23	34.03
VISA	DOOR ALARM AND LOCK	203.59
ROGER DRECKMAN CONST	HANDICAP STOP BACK DOOR	2,500.00
MIDWEST FLOORS LLC	DOWNPAYMENT CARPETING	7,750.00
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,425.64
	CLAIMS TOTAL	13,015.97
	GENERAL FUND	13,015.97

 

Mark notified the Council of an invoice from Dave Burns for moving dirt from under the Lincoln Street culvert.  The City did not hire him to do this.  He did the work on his own time.  Suzette will type a thank you letter and Council man King will deliver and talk with Dave Burns.

 

Counsel Gwen Kuehner has resigned from the remainder of her term on council.  The city would need to appoint a new person to take the remainder of her term which ends December 31, 2025.  Dale has talked with a fee residents about taking over Kuehner’ term.  Kurt will talk with Cole Roberson about taking over the term.

Suzette presented Budget Worksheets FY 24-25 to the Mayor, Council and Jay to start gathering upcoming expenses.  The city will need to budget for the box culvert repair, water improvement system and street repairs.  It was brought to the attention the current lawnmower is ending and would need to look for a new one.  The city will need prices.  This will be discussed further at next month’s meeting.

 

Suzette mentioned small cities are putting speed traffic cameras on main highways through the city.  The city would receive a percentage of any traffic tickets sent.  This money could be used for and city fund.  Kurt mentioned that people may not want to come back to Lawler if they receive a ticket because of speed camera.

 

Jay explained to the council the nitrates within the city well are high and it has been recommended to him the city would need to dig a deeper well.  The city received a Water System Study proposal from Fehr Graham. The cost will be $19,500 with all plan reproduction and distribution costs along with publication and permit fees will be paid direct by City and are not included in the $19,500.  The current budget was checked and the city can pay the $19,500 this fiscal year.

Motion made by Croell to accept the Fehr Graham Water System Proposal agreement. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Croell, Scheidel, King and Izer

Nays: None

Motion passed.

 

Next meeting will be January 2, 2024 at 7:00pm.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:35pm.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Izer, King, Scheidel and Croell

Nays:  None

 

Motion passed.

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on November 6, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:  King, Izer, Scheidel

Council members absent:  Kuehner and Croell

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Jane Lynch, Renee Huinker, Steve Lynch, Stephanie Tangen and Karen Wilson

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with addition of truck tire quotes.

Second by Scheidel  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by Izer.    All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	415.29
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,430.04
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	PICKUP OIL CHANGE	202.98
UPS		80
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER TEST	226.95
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,670.48
IPERS	CORRECT #9065228	7,780.06
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	22,908.65
CASH		289.77
HAWKINS	AZONE	534.9
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,329.99
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	OCTOBER MINUTES	95.38
QUILL CORPORATION	RENEWAL	158.95
UNITES STATES POSTAL		82
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING		155.13
ANDERSON	CURRAN NUISANCE ABATMENT	680.7
IWD	3RD QTR UNEMPLOYMENT	12.96
IOWA RURAL WATER	DUES 01/01/2024-12/31/2024	305
USABLUEBOOK	NITROGEN TESTS	397.24
PATHWAYS	DONATION	468
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC	WATER METERS	276.29
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD	DIRECT ASSESSMENT	80
DENNIS UNGS	SCAN COMPUTER FOR MALWARE	90
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	HOTEL FOR WATER CLASS	272.8
GWORKS	ANNUAL LISCENSE FEE 2024	3,196.00
VISA – S BYRNE	ADOBE	21.19
SCHUETH ACE HARDWARE	BATTERIES	17.99
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT	Oct-23	46.48
DSG	STOP SIGN	1,556.07
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	6,117.52
	CLAIMS TOTAL	52,898.81	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	13,127.17	59,572.19
	SANITATION FUND	3,430.04	3,188.11
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,384.12	3,832.87
	WATER FUND	4,684.81	9,150.27
	SEWER FUND	3,988.26	13270..16
	ELECTRIC FUND	26,284.41	34,299.94

 

LIBRARY

 

IPERS	CORRECT #17164171	1,632.91
CATHY HUMPAL	MILEAGE	11.2
INGRAM	BOOKS	142.51
MIDAMERICA BOOKS		32.95
HOUSE BEAUTIFUL	REMEWAL 2023	37.42
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT	Oct-23	31.72
SMITHSONIAN	MAGAZINES 2023	14.99
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,501.08
	CLAIMS TOTAL	3,404.78
	GENERAL FUND	3,404.78

 

Renea Huinker with the Library explained the library received a $10,000 check for the McElroy Grant.  She stated the library is working with Stanton Electric to improve the lighting in library.  The board is working with Midwest Flooring for new carpet.   She also stated she received a quote from Mic’s Plumbing & Heating for a new air conditioner for the library.  She had stated it is not in the library budget for an air conditioner and would like the city to pay for this.  This is not in the city budget for this expense.  Motion made by King to table the air conditioner unit expense until July 2024 FY 24-25. Second by Izer.

Ayes:  King, Scheidel and Izer

Nayes: None

 

The library board presented the council with a list of items in the community room.   The council will go through the list and decide what to keep.  They will discuss at next meeting.

 

Renea said she checked with the Iowa Library about use of the library for the Chickasaw Board of Health to give flu shot when the library is closed.  Renea said she is will to work with them.  Renea also stated the library board 1205 is not ready to sign the Agreement to transfer room to Library.  She would like the library attorney to look at.

 

Ordinance #69.12 Outdoor Storage of Motor Vehicles what discussed with council.  The council was going to change the ordinance to allow 2 vehicles per licensed driver on the property.  After discussion the council decided that would be too many cars that could be stored on property.  Motion made by King to keep original ordinance as stated in the Ordinance Book.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Izer, King, and Scheidel.

Nayes: None

 

The city had filed a nuisance infraction against property owners at 107 S Benz St (house) and 105 S Benz (garage).  The city attorney sent a copy of the Municipal Infraction. The council reviewed the draft.  Motion made by Scheidel to continue with the abatement process.  Second by Izer.

Ayes: Izer, King, and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

John Izer explained to the property owners the council said they can keep the race track in their yard if they put a fence up around the track or they will need to make the tack grass.  The property owner asked if they could decide next spring.  Motion made by Scheidel to table the nuisance at 307 E Spring St until spring of 2024,  Second by Izer.

Ayes: Scheidel, Izer and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

The Annual Financial Report was presented to council for review.  Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Annual Financial Report.  Second by King.

Ayes: Scheidel, King and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

The city received surveillance camera quotes from Iowa Surveillance Team for cameras in Croell Park, Junk Park and the front of City Hall.  Suzette said it would be in the budget numbers for FY 23-24.   The council will need to watch the spending in the Culture and Recreation fund.

Motion made by Scheidel to install cameras in Croell Park, Junko Park and front of City Hall. Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Izer, Scheidel and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Jay reported the bridge on Lincoln Street had been cleaned up November 6, 2023.

 

Kurt Croell cleaned up the water way through town.  A big thank you to Kurt for doing the clean-up.  The council discussed sending letters to property owners to keep the water way cleaned up going through your property.  Motion made by King to send the letters to property owners with copy of Ordinance stating it is property owner responsibility.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Izer and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Jay presented council with a quote from Rosenbaum Auto and Sandean for new tires for the city truck.  The council reviewed each quote.  Motion made by Izer to accept Rosenbaum Auto.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes Scheidel, King, and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Next meeting will be December 4, 2023 at 7:00pm.

 

Motion made by King to adjourn at 8:00pm.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Izer, King and Scheidel

Nays:  None

 

Motion passed.

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on October 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

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

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Jane Lynch, Renee Huinker and Karen Wilson

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda.

Second by Croell   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by Kuehner    All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	135.7
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	3,234.73
STANTON ELECTRIC	MIC PH	1,126.15
UPS		64
RILEY’S	TONER	716.63
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER TEST	362.45
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,627.18
IPERS	IPERS	1,219.22
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	769.97
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	24,016.76
CASH		467.87
HAWKINS	AZONE	1,203.97
BLAZEK CORPORATION	REPLACE 2 FIRE HYDRANTS	21,832.41
TEAM LAB	MEGA BUGS WINTERBLEND AND GLYP	1,228.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	SEPTEMBER 2023 MINUTES	112.81
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		4,694.25
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	JULY-SEPT 2023	3,500.01
ROGER DRECKMAN	CHESTNUT FROM PITTS TO HWY 24	56,050.00
QUILL CORPORATION	RECEIPT BOOKS	175.9
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	4TH QTR 2023 28E AGREEMENT	10,368.00
DNR	224 ANNUALY WATER FEE	115
IAWEA	2023 WATER CLASS	40
MUNICIPAL PIPE TOOL	WATER METERS	1,267.04
BMC AGGREGATES LC	ROADSTONE	104.06
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	FMC LANDFILL	90
VISA – S BYRNE	POSTAGE	453.19
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT	Sep-23	39.52
CLEMENS-MR LAWN		458
DSG	SIGN POST	827.42
ANDERA TREE SERVICE LLC	TREE REMOVAL BLVD	350
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 09/27/2023	1,064.41
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 10/03/2023	82.13
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,980.01
	CLAIMS TOTAL	143,776.79	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	22,464.33	6,611.16
	SANITATION FUND	3,324.73	2,961.77
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	57,503.76	5,333.82
	WATER FUND	27,079.99	7,390.41
	SEWER FUND	4,675.98	7,407.27
	ELECTRIC FUND	28,645.87	35,787.54
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	82.13	300.00

 

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EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,217.38
IPERS	IPERS	250.78
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	96.52
INGRAM	BOOKS	213.69
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT	Sep-23	31.76
VISA		48.24
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,228.67
	CLAIMS TOTAL	3,087.04
	GENERAL FUND	3,087.04

 

Renea Huinker explained the library board is continuing to work on designed layout.  The contractors will be in October 6, 2023 in the afternoon to start working on changes.  The library has applied for a $50,000 Grant.  The grant review is October 19, 2023.

 

The council discussed Ordinance #69.12(1) Outdoor Storage of Motor Vehicles.  Motion made by King to change Ordinance #69.12(1) to permit the parking of  2 registered vehicles per licensed driver out-of-doors for more than 30 days.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  King, Izer, Scheidel, Kuehner and Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

The council discussed Ordinance #155.04 Property Maintenance.  Suzette explained to the council she spoke with the City Attorney regarding this ordinance and he doesn’t think the current ordinance needs to be changed.  He said the ordinance needs to be enforced.

 

Nuisance at 307 E Spring St. was discussed.  The property owners sent a letter regarding the Nuisance letter they received.  Counsel person Izer said he spoke with the property owners regarding the race track in back yard.  Motion made by Croell to send a letter to property owners to either eliminate race track or they need to put of 7ft fence up and have the track fully enclosed.  John volunteered to deliver letter.  Second by King.

Ayes:  King, Izer, Scheidel, Kuehner and Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Mayor Mueterthies gave an update regarding the current nuisance abatement at 205 N Center St.  The city is currently waiting for the court date.  The mayor and one counsel person will be required to testify on behalf of the City.

 

Mayor Mueterthies updated the council regarding the box culvert loan.  Mayor Mueterthies and Jay Uhlenhake spoke with Mark Newell an aide to Governor Reynolds.  Mayor Mueterthies informed them the information has been sent to engineers.  Jay has received the locates so the engineers will be in Lawler.

 

The waterway through town will need to be cleaned out.  The property owner’s along the waterway are responsible for cleaning their side of the waterway.  This will be tabled until November meeting.

 

Next meeting will be November 6, 2023 at 7:00pm.

 

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 7:40pm.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell and King

Nays:  None

 

Motion passed.

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on May 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:  King, Izer, Croell and Scheidel

Council members absent:    Kuehner

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Renee Huinker, Jane Lynch, Stephanie Tangen, Deb Speltz, Gail Stammeyer, Steve Lynch and Ryan Izer

 

Motion made by Izer to approve the Agenda.

Second by King.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills with addition of Mark Kriener bill.

Second by King.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	242.02
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,737.15
STANTON ELECTRIC	FLAG POLE LIGHTS	307.5
UPS		221.96
TEST AMERICA		184.9
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,442.92
IPERS	IPERS	1,107.61
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAX	107.15
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	457.52
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	17,366.14
CASH		433.73
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,117.00
BLAZEK CORPORATION		141
TEAM LAB	TERMINATOR WEED KILLER	2,816.50
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	ORDINANCE #2023-1	31.46
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	QUARTER 1 2023	3,550.02
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	CROELL PARD DRAIN PIPE LEAK	37.5
ANDERSON	PHONE CONFERENCES	168
IWD	1ST QTR 2023 UNEMPLOYMENT	21.55
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC	RADIO READS	1,839.93
MARK KRIENER	TILLING VOLLEYBALL COURTS	175
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	Insurance	40,843.00
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	WASTEWATER CLASS	60
VISA – S BYRNE	SAM.GOV RENEWAL	306.93
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT	Apr-23	43.96
CLEMENS-MR LAWN	1st application fertilizer  ball	458
DSG	STRIPING PAING	177.59
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,481.10
			REVENUE
	CLAIMS TOTAL	81,877.14	92,047.21
	GENERAL FUND	50,285.55	43,626.02
	SANITATION FUND	2,737.15	2,432.87
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	721.36	3,826.46
	WATER FUND	2,542.26	5,921.49
	SEWER FUND	5,216.59	6,845.08
	ELECTRIC FUND	20,374.23	28,202.41
	STORM WATER FEE		1,192.88

 

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IPERS	IPERS	218.17
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,081.02
	CLAIMS TOTAL	1,299.19
	GENERAL FUND	1,299.19

 

Resolution #2023-05012023 Authorizing transfer of fund from the Local Option Sales tax fund to the General Fund in order to cover the costs of funding the expenses associated with city it is necessary to transfer the funds in the amount of $50,000.00.

Motion made by Croell to transfer funds from LOST Fund to General Fund in amount of $50,000.00. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, Izer and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Deb Speltz and Gail Stammeyer with the Crane Creek Trail committee would like the city permission to extend the current trail in Highland Park.  The committee would like to extend and outlet on the corner to McHugh St.

Motion made by Croell to allow Crane Creek Trail Committee to extend the trail at Highland Park to McHugh Street.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, Izer and King

Nayes: None

Motion Passed

 

Deb Speltz also stated the Irish Fest 5k money raised would like to go to the City to update the trail around the pond on Highway 24.  Crane Creek Trail will to Roger Dreckmen regarding the 10 year mitigation with wetlands from state.  Jay will also talk with Roger.

 

Motion made by Croell to open Public Hearing at 7:15pm for Public Opinion regarding Library Expansion.  Second by Izer.

Ayes: Croell, Izer, Scheidel and King

Naye: None

Motion Passed.

 

Renee Huinker, President of Library Board explained she had a State Consultant look over the plans the Library Board would like to expand.  They will need and architect.  The board will also be signing up for a Utilizing Grant of $3,000.  She is working with other libraries that have expanded library.  The State Consultant also took pictures.  This would involve taking the sink and cupboards from the room where the library would expand.

 

Motion made by Croell to close Public Hearing at 7:27pm.  Second by Izer

Ayes:  Croell, Izer, Scheidel and King

Nayes: None

Motion Passed

 

Motion made by Croell to transfer the Community Center room to Lawler Public Library pending the agreement to transfer room to library.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Croell, Scheidel, King and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Nuisance letters were discussed.  The city has had one property owner abating the property owned.  Motion made by King to start the next step of the abatement process as printed within the City Code of Ordinances.   Second by Croell.

Ayes: Kind, Croell, Scheidel and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Suzette stated a Budget Amendment will need to happen for the Tree Committee for the Community Beautification Fund.

Motion made by Scheidel to set Public Hearing June 5, 2023 at 7:15pm. Second by Izer

Ayes:  Scheidel, Izer, Croell and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

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

Ayes: Scheidel, Izer, Croell and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to approve the Irish Fest liquor license. Second by Croell.

Ayes: Scheidel, Izer, Croell and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed

 

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

Ayes: Scheidel, Izer, Croell and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Jay will tighten volleyball nets at Highland Park.  Ryan Izer let the council know the Volleyball League should start Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

 

Deb Speltz let the council know Irish Fest may donate for basketball hoops for Highland and Croell Park.  Dale King has been cleaning up at Junko Park.  Mary Gruenberg had been working on the utility shed at Junko Park.

 

Mark made a comment; he has talked with John Cuvelier regarding the city insurance increase.  John will be at next council meeting to discuss.

 

Next council meeting will be June 5, 2023 at 7:00pm

 

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:50pm.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Croell, Izer, Scheidel and King

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on April 3, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

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

Council members absent:    None

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Stephanie Tangen, Sandy Busta, Jane Lynch, Renee Huinker, Steve Lynch and Travis Suckow

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda with the addition of Highland Park.

Second by King.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Izer to approve the previous minutes and current bills

Second by Croell.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	242.02
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,652.63
STANTON ELECTRIC	city property	180
UPS	2022 WATER QUALITY REPORT	175.09
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER TEST	95.6
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,504.87
IPERS	IPERS	1,148.64
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	658.78
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	1,405.08
CASH	GAS	154.44
FIVE STAR COOP	FIELDMATER DYED	353.56
HAWKINS	AZONE	459.28
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	MARCH 2023 MINUTES	216.32
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		4,694.25
ULINE	ENVELOPES	158.83
QUILL CORPORATION	ENVELOPS	232.98
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	AMBULANCE 28E AGREEMENT	10,368.00
IMFOA	DUES FY23/24	50
MARC	WEED KILLER	1,473.42
CHICKASAW COUNTY RECORDER	RANGER PLATE	23.75
IAMU	MEMBER DUES	2,375.00
AUDITOR	EXAM FEE 2023	1,500.00
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT		46.12
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,673.06	REVENUE
	CLAIMS TOTAL	35,841.72	61,034.34
	GENERAL FUND	19,207.47	2,734.56
	SANITATION FUND	2,652.63	2,722.97
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,519.58	2,266.05
	WATER FUND	3,459.21	7,231.95
	SEWER FUND	4,849.63	8,152.03
	ELECTRIC FUND	4,153.20	36,653.20
	STORM WATER FEE		1,273.58

 

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EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,204.94
IPERS	IPERS	287.07
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	94.47
INGRAM	BOOKS	183.27
RILEY’S	PRINTER COPIER	1,200.00
READER’S DIGEST		34.98
US POSTAL SERVICE	BOX RENT 2023	80
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT	Mar-23	63
TV EDUCATION FOUNDATION	MEMORY OF LINDA ANDERSON	50
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,391.09
	CLAIMS TOTAL	4,588.82
	GENERAL FUND	4,588.82

 

The Lawler Library board discussed the Library expansion project.   Renee Huinker explained they would like to put a wall in the back meeting room of the city community room.  A needs assessment should be done by the state library before any action be taken.  The council let the library board know the city attorney would be called because they would need a contract with city for the use of the room.    There have been families using the community for holidays.  The city will need the room available for any emergencies that should arise within the city.  The city will need a public hearing to hear public opinions because this is a public building.

A motion made by Izer to transfer a portion of community room to the library.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Izer, Scheidel and Croell

Nays; Kuehner and King

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to hold public hearing for public opinion for Library Expansion May 1, 2023 at 7:15pm.   Second by Croell

Ayes: Izer, Scheidel, Croell, Kuehner and King

Nays: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to open Public Hearing to discuss Ordinance 2023-1 Amending Section 6-5-20 of the Lawler Municipal Code of Regarding Refuse and Recycling Collection Rates for the City of Lawler.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  King, Croell, King, Kuehner, Scheidel and Izer

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

The council reviewed Ordinance #2023-1 to add recycling fee of $3.00 per dwelling unit.

No public response.

 

Motion made by Croell to close Public Hearing.  Second by Kuehner.

Ayes: King, Croell, Kuehner, Scheidel and Izer

Nays: None

Motion Passed.

 

Motion by Croell waive second and third reading and adopt Ordinance #2023-1. Second by King.

Ayes: King, Croell, Kuehner, Scheidel and Izer

Nays: None

Motion passed.

 

Jay Uhlenhake informed the council the DNR said the water tower is in need of a new mixer.  Jay received to quotes from KLM for$14,500 and K& W for $14,000.

Motion made by Croell to go with K & W for $14,000 for the mixer for water tower. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Croell, Scheidel, Kuehner, Izer and King

Nays: None

Motion passed.

 

The city requested consideration for the state Contingent Fund loan for damages sustained under the governor’s proclamation 2021-17 dated August 30, 2021.  The flash flooding occurred on August 28, 2021 and caused significant damage to the city’s infrastructure resulting in the city needing to replace multiple culverts within the city to repair flood damage at an estimated cost of $1,377,070.  The city work with Iowa Homeland Security and Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments for a federal grant for funding.  These efforts have not been successful.  The city has been approved for a state contingent fund loan to make repairs necessary to the city’s infrastructure.  The city will receive a loan for 1,000,000.00 to be paid over the next 20 years.

Motion made by Croell to approve Resolution #2023-04032023 for the statutory repayment of state disaster aid for losses incurred due to Severe Weather/Flooding on August 28, 2021.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Croell, King, Scheidel, Kuehner and Izer

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Trees Forever and Black Hills Energy will be planting trees within the city May 6, 2023.  Would like volunteers.  Suzette will be checking with Turkey Valley for student volunteers.  If you would like to volunteer, let Suzette know at the city hall.

 

Nuisances within the city were discussed.  The city has several dangerous buildings or structures that are structurally unsafe.  Mayor Mueterthies read the ordinance regarding Dangerous Buildings, Chapter 145 in the City Ordinance book.  The city will be sending by certified mail written notice to property owners.  The property owner will have 48 hours to commence either the required repairs or improvements or demolition and removal of the building or structure.  All work will be completed within 90 days from date of notice or the owner can request a hearing before the Council by filing a written request within the 90 days.

Motion made by Croell to proceed with sending the certified letters to property owners.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Croell, Izer, Kuehner, Scheidel and King

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

Dale King will be donating baby changing tables for the park restrooms.  Jay will get them ordered.

 

Izer stated there has been interest in getting a volleyball league started at Highland Park.  The city will be discussing new volleyball nets and new basketball hoops at next council meeting.

 

Next council meeting will be May 1, 2023 at 7:00pm

 

Motion made by Croell to adjourn at 8:10pm.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Croell, Izer, Scheidel, Kuehner and King

Nays:  None

Motion passed.

 

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

 

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on March 6, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:  King, Kuehner and Scheidel

Council members absent:    Izer and Croell

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen, Sandy Busta and Ryan Shawver

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with the addition of Box Culvert on Benz St and Curb

Second by Kuehner.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills

Second by King.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK	RUGS	242.02
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,730.49
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	56.68
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	SNOW PLOW TRUCK	319.17
UPS		117.99
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,443.11
IPERS	IPERS	1,110.06
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	50,325.35
CASH	GAS PICKUP	436.24
HAWKINS	AZONE FREIGHT	49
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	BUDGET FY23/24 PUBLIK HEARING	210.71
QUILL CORPORATION	OFFICE SUPPLIES	175.23
UNITES STATES POSTAL		795
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC	RADIO READS	1,725.66
DENNIS UNGS	CYBER INSURANCE QUESTIONS	45
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		20
REGION 1 AWWA	water CLASS	25
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	DIESEL	212.3
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT	Feb-23	44.66
CITY OF WAUCOMA	RAGRAI VENDOR FEE	400
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 02/22/2023	58.46
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,497.76	REVENUE
	CLAIMS TOTAL	66,039.89	56,018.49
	GENERAL FUND	4,998.77	4,044.20
	SANITATION FUND	2,730.49	2,462.51
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,445.80	3,905.69
	WATER FUND	2,001.19	5,923.36
	SEWER FUND	2,572.76	9,107.44
	ELECTRIC FUND	52,232.42	29,553.47
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	58.46	(150.00)
	STORM WATER		1,171.82

 

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IPERS	IPERS	248.03
INGRAM	BOOKS	98.22
JEREMY HUMPAL		62.5
BETTER HOMES	RENEWAL	12
THIS OLD HOUSE	RENEWAL	36
CONSUMER REPORTS	RENEWAL 2023	31.03
TASTE OF HOME	RENEWAL	20
COUNTRY LIVING	RENEWAL	21.37
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	1,216.29
	CLAIMS TOTAL	1,745.44	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	1,745.44	3521.07

 

Sheriff Ryan Shawver with Chickasaw County discussed the Agreement for General Law Enforcement Services.  The City will pay the County $6,090 (rate of $15.00 per person) for general law enforcement services during the term of the service agreement, July 1, 2023 – Jun 30^, 2024.  There are no set hours, only drive through services.

Motion made by Kuehner to accept Agreement for General Law Enforcement Services from Chickasaw County.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Kuehner, King and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Absent: Croell and Izer

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to approve B & J Good Eats LLC DBA: Hole in the Wall liquor license.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes: Kuehner, King and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Absent: Croell and Izer

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Franzen Curt DBA: Starlite Ballroom liquor license.  Second by Kuehner.

Ayes: Kuehner, King and Scheidel

Nayes: none

Absent: Croell and Izer

 

Spring cleanup dates were discussed.  Suzette will call to ask if April 21st – April 23rd^h or April 28^th – April 30^th will work for Jendro to drop off 2 dumpsters.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to open Public Hearing to approve  Budget FY23-24, Resolution NO,  2023-03072023.  Second by King

Ayes: Kuehner, King and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Absent: Croell and Izer

Motion passed.

 

The council reviewed Budget FY23-24 for approval.  No questions were asked.

 

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

Ayes:  Kuehner, King and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Absent: Croell and Izer

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Kuehner to approve Budget FY23-24, Resolution NO:  2023-03072023.  Second by Scheidel.

 

Cathy Humpal discussed the library expansion.  She let the council know she took a survey regarding the library needs.   She said they would like a more comfortable place and more room and more privacy.  She stated she had a case worker and a client meet there for a private conversation.  Cathy also stated there were people complaining regarding the sand and salt on the curb and these people did not like walking through it.  Suzette gave her a Citizen Complaint Form for these people to fill out and return to the city clerk, mayor or any council.  No form was filled out.  She didn’t think people should fill this out.  She stated she should not be doing city maintenance work.  She also made a comment regarding the City Hall hours.  Some residents come to pay after 3:00pm.  Suzette stated they could put payment in bill box or pay by credit/debit online.  No decisions were made so this will be tabled until the April meeting.

Dale King told Cathy he called the city attorney regarding some comments at February meeting regarding privacy around the library computers and people who could be looking at porn and little children could see because of the lack of privacy.  Dale informed Cathy that is not allowed in a public building according to the city attorney John Anderson.  He said the city IT tech will care of it.  Dale also stated if people have a problem with the street cleanup they are to come to the city.

 

Mark received a bid from Blazek Corporation to replace a box culvert on N Benz St and cleanout and shape drainage channel on the north side of town.  It is the homeowner’s responsibility to clean the ditches.

Street maintenance was discussed.    Chestnut St. from Pitts St to Hwy 24 will be resurfaced in FY22/23 to be completed before June 30, 2023.  W.  Pitts St from Chestnut St to Brown Street will be resurfaced FY23/24.

 

Motion made by Kuehner to use ARPA money for the street maintenance for W Pitts St. from Chestnut St. to Brown St.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Kuehner, King and Scheidel

Nayes; None

Absent: Croell and Izer

Motion passed.

 

The curb along Grove St in front of City Hall and the curb on S Depot St along Insurance Associates need to be maintained.  Motion made by King to maintain the curbs along Grove St. and S Depot St along Insurance Associates.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Kuehner, King, and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Absent: Croell and Izer

Motion passed.

 

A letter will be sent out to homeowners to clean up the portion of the water way along their property.

 

The city received a grant from Trees Forever.  Suzette will be in contact to the residents who reached out to her for a tree for $25.  You will not be allowed to plant within the boulevard (8ft from street)

 

Mark presented the Chickasaw County Firefighting Mutual Assistance Agreement for the council to review.  Motion made by King to accept the Chickasaw County Firefighting Mutual Assistance Agreement.  Scheidel second.

Ayes: Kuehner, Scheidel and King

Nayes: None

Absent: Croell and Izer

Motion passes.

 

Utility payment agreement was discussed.  Suzette reached out to City Attorney John Anderson. The city can decide the date the past due needs to be paid in full by.  If the customer doesn’t agree, but doesn’t disputed the bill, service can be disconnected as long it is not from November to April and prior notice has been given to the customer that if past due amounts are not paid, service will be disconnected.

 

Next meeting will be April 3, 2023 at 7:00pm

 

Motion made by Kuehner to adjourn at 8:00pm. Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Kuehner

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk