Category: City Council Agendas/Minutes

April 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes

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

 

LIBRARY

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

 

Ordinance #2023-1

Please click the link to read the Ordinance #2023-1    Ordinance #2023-1 (003)

Ordinance# 2023-1

 

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 6-5-20 OF THE LAWLER MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REFUSE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION RATES FOR THE CITY OF LAWLER.

 

BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Lawler, Iowa as follows:

 

Title VI, Chapter 5, Section 6-5-20 of the Municipal Code of the City of Lawler, Iowa, is amended by the following:

 

Section 6-5-20 Rates: There are hereby established rates for refuse and recycling collection supplied by the City of Lawler as follows:

 

Residential Rates

 

For a 35 gallon tote the monthly rate is: $14.05
For a 64 gallon tote the monthly rate is: $15.17
For a 96 gallon tote the monthly rate is: $17.02
Recycling (Residential) monthly rate is: $3.00 per dwelling unit.

 

Repealer. All ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.

 

Severability Clause. If any section, provision or part of this ordinance shall be adjudged invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall :not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole, or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.

 

When Effective.       This Ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage, approval and publication as provided by law.

 

Date of First reading:

 

Date of Second reading:

 

Roll Call Vote:

 

Councilmen Voting Aye:

 

Councilmen Voting Nay:

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3 day of April , 2023.

 

Mark Mueterthies, Mayor

 

ATTEST:

 

 

 

 

I hereby certify that the above Ordinance # 2023-1 was published on the 6th April                    , 2023, in the New Hampton Tribune.

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

 

March 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes

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

 

LIBRARY

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 23rdh or April 28th – April 30th 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

February 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes

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

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:  King, Kuehner, Croell and Scheidel

Council members absent:    Izer

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Renee Huinker, Travis Suckow, Cathy Humpal and Stephanie Tangen

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda

Second by King.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by Scheidel.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK RUGS 242.02
JENDRO GARBAGE CONTRACT 2,730.49
STANTON ELECTRIC   458.25
UPS   185.63
TEST AMERICA   191.2
EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 1,504.16
IPERS IPERS 1,148.99
BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 822.9
MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 26,156.48
CASH MISC HARDWARY – SHOP 844.12
HAWKINS   1,473.78
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES SALES TAX 1,187.17
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE JANUARY 2023 MINUTES 157.04
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY OCTOBER – DECEMBER 2022 3,450.00
BANK IOWA DECEMBER 2022 SEWAR LOAN PYMT 8,480.36
IWD 2022 4TH QTR UNEMPLOYMENT 6.75
PATHWAYS FY22/23 DONATION 468
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC RADIO READS 3,451.32
JAY UHLENHAKE   1,415.04
IOWA ONE CALL EMAILS 7.2
HARLAND DEPOSIT SLIPS 75.98
MUNICIPAL PIPE TOOL sewer 557.04
VISA – J UHLENHAKE TRACTOR DIESEL 146.63
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT Dec-22 91.18
DEPOSIT REFUNDS REFUND DATE 01/30/2023 89.18
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 5,676.38 REVENUE
  CLAIMS TOTAL 61,017.29 62,249.18
  GENERAL FUND 9,961.08 5,414.27
  SANITATION FUND 2,730.49 2,547.93
  ROAD USE TAX FUND 1,027.49 3,383.08
EMERGENCY FUND 118.63
  DEBT SERVICE FUND 8,480.36 2,020.75
LOCAL OPTION TAX 5,005.61
  WATER FUND 4,553.01 6,683.69
  SEWER FUND 3,832.18 7,091.87
  ELECTRIC FUND 30,343.50 29,922.53
  DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND 89.18 60.82

LIBRARY

IPERS IPERS 287.07
CATHY HUMPAL BOS MTG MILEAGE 9.52
INGRAM BOOKS 171.41
DEMCO   349.66
THE IOWAN MAGAZINE RENEWAL 2023 24
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT Jan-23 31.12
VISA   39.61
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 1,391.09 REVENUE
  CLAIMS TOTAL 2,303.48 18.99
  GENERAL FUND 2,303.48 18.99

 

Travis Suckow, Chickasaw County Supervisor discussed with the council the 50% increase for the police.  A monthly report was asked for from the sheriff.

 

The council reviewed the Budget FY23-24.  Discussed how to cut expenses.  Croell mentioned to look at utility rates we are currently billing customers.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to open Public Hearing at 7:15pm.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Croell, King and Kuehner

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

The Proposed Property Tax Levy for Proposed FY23-24 was presented.  There was no public comment.

 

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

Ayes:  Scheidel, Croell, Kuehner and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Croell to approve Resolution NO.  2023-02062023 approving the maximum property tax dollars requested for Fiscal Year July 1, 2023- June 30, 2024.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Croell, King, Kuehner and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by King to set Public Hearing to approve Budget FY23/24 for March 6, 2023 at 7:15pm.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:  King, Scheidel, Kuehner and Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Cathy Humpal discussed the Library Budget for FY 23-24.  She is asking for $200 more from the city.

Motion made by Croell to increase library budget by $200.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Croell, King, Scheidel and Kuehner

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Cathy Humpal asked the council to come in the library with her and Renee Huinker to discuss library expansion.  She asked the council to sit down and Croell made a comment there aren’t enough chairs.  She expressed that’s right there is not enough seating.  She discussed the computers for public to use and made the comment they are close to each other and other people could see what is being done on the computers.  The library expansion will be added to the agenda in March.

 

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

 

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 7:43pm. Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Kuehner and Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

 

Gwen Kuehner

January 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes

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

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

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

Council members absent:    none

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Renee Huinker and Sandy Busta

 

Motion made by Croell to approve the Agenda

Second by Scheidel.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by Croell.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK RUGS 249.7
JENDRO GARBAGE CONTRACT 2,789.31
STANTON ELECTRIC CROELL BUILDING 922.23
UPS 46.5
TEETER SPECIALTY CO. LLC CITY CHECKS 174.41
TEST AMERICA DRINKING WATER TESTING 95.6
EFTPS FED/FICA TAXES 1,663.63
IPERS IPERS 1,299.53
STATE WITHHOLDING STATE TAXES 803
BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 441.1
MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 21,053.17
CASH GAS 407.35
BROWN SUPPLY CO 286.12
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES SALES TAX 1,209.38
TEAM LAB MEGA BUGS MUCK PUCK 705
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE DECEMBER 2022 MINUTES 71.24
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS 1,694.25
LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT 2023 1ST HALF TAXATION PYMT 6,171.25
ANDERSON 264
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC RADIO READS 1,725.66
DOT ROCK SALT 718.38
VISA – J UHLENHAKE DIESEL 209.77
VISA – S BYRNE DISPLAY SALES 319.28
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 7,423.34 REVENUE
CLAIMS TOTAL 50,743.20        68,136.27
GENERAL FUND 15,726.50          8,860.82
SANITATION FUND 2,789.31          2,832.72
ROAD USE TAX FUND 996.52        10,419.72
WATER FUND 2,612.07          7,452.30
SEWER FUND 3,723.59          7,983.26
ELECTRIC FUND 24,895.21        30,587.45

 

Appointments were made by council.

 

Appointments January 2023

Mayor pro-tem                                    Dale King

Bank                                                    Bank Iowa

City Attorney                                      John Anderson

City Clerk                                           Suzette Byrne

Toxic Cleanup                                    Jeremy Scheidel

Street Committee                                Kurt 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

Street Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Water Superintendent                         Jay Uhlenhake

Landfill Committee Rep.                    Jay Uhlenhake

 

Board of Adjustment                          5 year term

Linda Anderson                                  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 Croell to approve the 2023 appointments for the city.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Croell, Izer, Kuehner and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Renee Huinker, representing the Lawler Library Board would like to expand the library by giving the library the community room and the library would pay for the remodel for the expansion.  The library would like more people to come into the library.   The council asked if they would provide feedback from the public regarding the use of the library.  The council will discuss in more detail at the February meeting.

 

Motion made King to set Public Hearing date for the Max Levy approval for February 6, 2023 at 7:15pm.  Second by Croell

Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Izer. Kuehner and Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Mayor Mueterthies spoke with Jendro Sanitation to receive a quote to change the recycling from the current 15 gallon bins to a 65 gallon tote (like the trash totes) the price increase would be $3.00 per household.  Every household would receive a Blue 65 gallon recycling tote.  The city will need to update Ordinance Chapter 107 to include the price for recycling.  The city will send notices to the residents in a few months notifying them about the price increase to their utility bill.

 

Mayor Mueterthies told the council he had discussed with INRCOG about funding for the repair of the bridges in town.  They had told him about a loan to assist with payment for the repairs.  The loan would need to be applied for by August 2023.  Kurt informed the council he will be discussing this with the state in the next two days.  This will be discussed further at the February meeting.

 

Council discussed budget item.  Street repairs were discussed.  Also, tennis court repairs, water tower repairs and salary increases were discussed.  Suzette will run the numbers the council gave.  Budget numbers will be discussed next month.

 

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

 

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn at 8:39pm. Second by King.

Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Izer, Kuehner and Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

December 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on December 6, 2022 at 6:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:   Izer, King, Kuehner and Scheidel

Council members absent:    Croell

 

Others present:  None

 

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

Second by Izer.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK RUGS 249.7
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO DUMP TRUCK 236.54
JENDRO GARBAGE CONTRACT 2,827.50
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC   77
UPS   62.87
RILEY’S INK CARTRIDGE 629.8
TEST AMERICA   437
EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 1,537.79
IPERS IPERS 1,148.60
BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 205.25
MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 18,524.88
IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY   6,687.50
CASH   274.1
HAWKINS AZONE 497.66
BROWN SUPPLY CO SNOW BLADE 585.05
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE 2022 AFR 231.4
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR 1ST QTR PYMT 28E AGREEMENT 10,368.00
ANDERSON   24
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC RADIO READS 1,725.66
CROELL INC CONCRETE SAND 261.38
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD FY23 1ST QTR ASSESSMENTS CHARG 28
NAPA   4.36
MARK MUETERTHIES 680 MILES 2022 425
VISA – J UHLENHAKE   191.53
VISA – S BYRNE BAT CONTROL 316.76
MISSION LAWLER LIFT STATION 359.4
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT   40.08
HACKMAN CAROLAN PAINTING RAGBRAI 395.9
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 5,590.48
  CLAIMS TOTAL 53,943.19 REVENUE
  GENERAL FUND 17,077.97      8,086.46
  SANITATION FUND 2,877.50      2,480.34
  ROAD USE TAX FUND 943.28      3,715.23
  WATER FUND 2,600.68      6,206.27
  WATER SINKING FUND FUND 2,260.00      1,626.67
  SEWER FUND 3,208.98      6,793.58
  SEWER SINKING FUND FUND 4,427.50      3,093.33
  ELECTRIC FUND 20,547.28    22,900.79

 

LIBRARY

IPERS IPERS 266.41
INGRAM BOOKS 144.34
PETTY CASH PETTY CASH 76.92
WOMAN’S DAY   26.72
READER’S DIGEST   20
CONSUMER REPORTS   31.03
HOUSE BEAUTIFUL   32.07
MAGNOLIA JOURNAL   20
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT   31.27
VISA   126.22
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 1,271.69
  CLAIMS TOTAL 2,046.67
  GENERAL FUND 2,046.67

 

The council reviewed the Credit Card policy and Resolution No. 2022-12052022 to accept.  Suzette explained she had the City Attorney review the policy and resolution.

Motion made by King to accept the City of Lawler Procurement Card program policy.  Second by Izer.

Ayes: King, Kuehner Scheidel and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Kuehner to accept Resolution No. 2022-12052022 approving Credit Card policy.  Second by Izer.

Ayes: King, Kuehner, Scheidel and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Mayor Mueterthies explained to the council the Chickasaw Ambulance Council has been disbanded as of 12/31/2022.  There may be some seed money to be returned to the city per capita.

 

The council review Budget items for the FY 23/24 budget year.  Discussion of upcoming infrastructure expenses regarding road repairs, water repairs, park repairs.

 

Next meeting will be January 2, 2022 at 7:00pm.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to adjourn meeting.  Second by King.

Ayes:   King, Scheidel and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.   Meeting adjourned at 6:20pm.

 

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

November 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on November 7, 2022 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:   Izer, King, Kuehner and Scheidel

Council members absent:    Croell

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda

Second by Scheidel.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by Izer.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK RUGS 374.55
JENDRO GARBAGE CONTRACT 2,791.38
UPS   148.43
EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 1,509.85
IPERS IPERS 1,130.02
BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 128.55
MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 21,000.22
CASH TRACTOR DIESEL 324.46
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES SALES TAX 1,219.54
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE PUBLIC HEARING 11/7/2022 183.04
QUILL CORPORATION RENEWAL 69.99
UNITES STATES POSTAL   600
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING   166
STOREY KENWORTHY UTILITY BILLS 510
IWD 3RD QTR UNEMPLOYMENT 12.34
IOWA RURAL WATER DUES 1/1/2023-12/31/2023 225
USABLUEBOOK WATER TREATMENT 203.09
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC RADIO READ 1,725.66
CROELL INC FILL SAND 25.71
IAWEA 2022 WATER CLASS 35
TERRY DURIN CO STREET LIGHTS 1,434.00
IOWA UTILITIES BOARD FY2022 DIRECT ASSESSMENT 167
MARC MINT POWER OFF 113.87
IOWA ONE CALL   18
STATE HYGIENIC LAB WATER TESTING 150
VISA – J UHLENHAKE   272.8
GWORKS ANNUAL LICENSE FEE 3,077.41
VISA – S BYRNE OFFICE SUPPLIES 16.25
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT   40.79
DEPOSIT REFUNDS REFUND DATE 11/08/2022 356.88
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 5,503.65
  CLAIMS TOTAL 43,533.48 REVENUE
  GENERAL FUND 8,742.27 49755.73
  SANITATION FUND 2,791.38 2626.35
  ROAD USE TAX FUND 2,140.74 3934.43
  WATER FUND 3,136.08 6747.88
  SEWER FUND 2,689.50 9227.23
  ELECTRIC FUND 23,676.63 29141.45
  DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND 356.88
STORM WATER FEE 1242.18

 

LIBRAY CLAIMS REPORT
IPERS IPERS 272.14
MIDWEST TAPE DVD 84.46
INGRAM BOOKS 271.92
PETTY CASH PETTY CASH 76.92
RILEY’S   111
TRIBUNE 2022 RENEWAL 54
CONSUMER REPORTS 2022 RENEWAL 31.03
TASTE OF HOME 2022 RENEWAL 18
HAWKEYE INTERCONNECT Oct-22 31.29
BETTY PASSICK   24.1
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR 2022 REIMBURSEMENT 263.28
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 1,297.99
  CLAIMS TOTAL 2,536.13
  GENERAL FUND 2,536.13

 

The council looked over the Annual Financial Report FY22.  Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Annual Financial Report FY22.  Second by Kuehner.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Kuehner, Izer and King

Nayes:  none

Motion passed

 

Mayor Mueterthies explained to the council the city needs to disband the 28E agreement with the Chickasaw County Ambulance council.

Motion made by Scheidel to disband the 28E agreement with the Chickasaw County Ambulance Council. Second by King.

Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Kuehner and Izer

Nayes: none

Motion passed.

 

Suzette informed the council four more bat sensors were purchased and have had any problems with bats.

 

Cathy Humpal told the council Linda Anderson will no longer be a Library Trustee.  Jane Lynch said she will be a Library Trustee until 2025.  Motion made by Izer to accept Jane Lynch as a Library Trustee until 2025.  Second by Kuehner.

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, Scheidel and King

Nayes: None

Motion passed

 

Mayor Mueterthies appointed Jane Lynch as a Library Trustee for the Lawler Library until 2025.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve a Library Credit card.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  Scheidel, Izer, Kuehner and King

Nayes; none

Motion passed.

 

Cathy Humpal asked for a copy of a credit card policy.  Suzette told she would get her one.

 

Motion made by King to open the Public Hearing to approve Resolution #2022-09072022 Budget Amendment for Ambulance.  Second by Izer.

Ayes:  King, Izer, Kuehner and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Motion passed

 

The Budget Amendment was presented to the council.  No comments were made.

 

Motion made by Izer to close the Public Hearing to approve Resolution #2022-09072022 Budget Amendment for Ambulance. Second by Scheidel

Ayes: King, Scheidel, Kuehner and Izer

Nayes: none

Motion passed.

 

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Public Hearing to approve Resolution #2022-09072022 Budget Amendment for Ambulance.  Second by King.

Ayes:  Scheidel, King, Izer and Kuehner

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

 

Next meeting will be December 5, 2022 at 6:00pm.

 

Motion made by King to adjourn meeting.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:   Kuehner, King, Scheidel and Izer

Nayes: None

Motion passed.   Meeting adjourned at 7:20pm

 

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk

October 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on October 3, 2022 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

 

Council members present:   Izer, King, Kuehner and Croell

Council members absent:    Scheidel

 

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen, Kent Whitcomb and Mike Walton

 

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda

Second by Croell.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

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

Second by King.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

 

ARAMARK RUGS 228.82
JENDRO GARBAGE CONTRACT 3,098.62
STANTON ELECTRIC   437.65
UPS   83.99
TEST AMERICA   191.2
EFTPS FED/FICA TAXES 1,524.13
IPERS IPERS 1,139.15
STATE WITHHOLDING STATE TAXES 817
BLACK HILLS ENERGY GAS UTILITY 25.02
MIENERGY ELECTRICITY 25,253.58
FIVE STAR COOP   7.17
HAWKINS AZONE 540.13
BROWN SUPPLY CO STEET SIGNS  E SPRING ST 85
BLAZEK CORPORATION NEW CULVERT 4,910.15
TEAM LAB MEGA BUGS 981.5
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE SEPTEMBER MINUTES 2022 74.36
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS 10/01/2022-12/31/2022 7,279.65
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY   3,450.00
DRILLINGS Ranger 302.95
DNR WATER USE FEE CALENDAR YR 2023 115
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING SHOP 349.3
IOWA RURAL WATER WATER CONFERENCE 180
USABLUEBOOK   275.91
MARK KRIENER JUNKO PARK TILLING 150
NAPA BATTERIES DUMP TRUCK 193.2
STATE HYGIENIC LAB   130
BMC AGGREGATES LC ROADSTONE 84.7
MARGARET UHLENHAKE 2022 MOWING 505
HAWKEY INTERCONNECT   47.69
RANDY SLICK CAMPSITE REIMBURSEMENT 20
PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 5,545.16 REVENUE
  CLAIMS TOTAL 58,026.03 72,954.61
  GENERAL FUND 11,311.43 12,585.06
  SANITATION FUND 2,722.90 2,637.50
  ROAD USE TAX FUND 1,694.70 5,356.99
  WATER FUND 4,007.45 8,004.25
  SEWER FUND 5,005.16 7,755.53
  ELECTRIC FUND 28,374.24 35,417.39
  STORM WATER FUND 4,910.15 1,197.89

 

MiEnergy representatives, Kent Whitcomb and Mike Walton discussed the process for residents to receive solar energy.  The city will need to create a solar ordinance with the interconnection process – application process.  The city reviews the applications and then Mienergy will review the application.  The cost to the residents could be $500 and the purchase cost of the panels and cost of engineer involvement.  The whole process to start this could be 6-10 months before the city can start with applications.

 

The city looked over a proposal from N.E. Iowa Bat Control to bat proof the City Hall for $2,000 with 1 year warranty.  Suzette said this is not in the budget this year.  She told the council as of current the General Fund will be ok as long as no other unexpected expenses should come up.  This will be table and Suzette will order more bat control units for inside city hall.

 

Chickasaw County rejected the Budget Amendment because the Public Hearing notice was published to early.  The city will need to hold another Public Hearing to pass the same resolution again.    Motion made by King to set Public Hearing November 7, 2022 at 7:15pm.  Second by Croell.

Ayes:  King, Croell, Kuehner and Izer

Nayes: None

 

The city is applying for a tree grant with Trees Forever and Black Hills Energy to replace trees that have been affected by disease.  The city will need to match funds.  If you would like a tree the city will need $20.  The city will also like volunteers next spring to help with planting.

 

Kurt updated the council regarding the flood control within the city.  The governor’s office will fund programs provide grants for the city match.

 

Mark updated the council regarding the railroad.  He has been in contact with railroad and the process is moving forward to fix problem areas.

 

Next meeting will be November 7, 2022.

 

Motion made by Kuehner to adjourn meeting.  Second by King.

Ayes:   Kuehner, King, Croell

Nayes: None

Motion passed.   Meeting adjourned at 7:45pm

 

 

 

Suzette Byrne

City Clerk