City of Lawler
414 E. Grove St.
PO Box 215
Lawler, IA 52154
563-238-3614
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
March 16, 2022
6:00 PM
- ROLL CALL.
- APPROVAL OF AGENDA WITH ANY ADDITIONS.
- MAYORS COMMENTS.
- BUSINESS:
a. RAGBRAI – 2022 PUBLIC WELCOMED
ADJOURNMENT
Category: City Council Agendas/Minutes
The City of Lawler is accepting bids for city Dump Truck
CITY OF LAWLER
414 E. GROVE STREET
PO BOX 215, LAWLER, IOWA 52154
PHONE: 563-238-3614
Lawlercityclerk@iowatelecom.net
The City of Lawler is accepting bids for the sale of the following Dump Truck with a minimum bid of $6,000.
1990 Ford F700 Dump Truck with Snow Blade and SS Sander.
50,350 miles.
Questions can be directed to Jay Uhlenhake – 563-380-8871
Sealed bids must be received by April 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
The City Council will review bids April 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
March 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes
The Lawler City Council met in regular session on March 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: King, Scheidel, Croell and Kuehner(phone) absent: Izer
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen, Emily Eppens, Neil Jones, Lisa Agrimenti, Rodney Vrzak and Jason Byrne
Motion made by Croell to approve the Agenda with addition of Nuisances.
Second by King. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.
Second by Croell. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 208.82 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,560.88 | |
| POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO. | PEST | 56.68 | |
| SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC | DUMP TRUCK | 1,932.18 | |
| UPS | 46.5 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | 75.6 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAXES | 1,416.73 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,072.42 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 743.36 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 24,044.94 | |
| CASH | GAS PICKUP | 547.87 | |
| BROWN SUPPLY CO | WATER REPAIR | 365 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | PH BUDGET FY22/23 | 186.24 | |
| DRILLINGS | RANGER | 8,555.25 | |
| ANDERSON | PHONE CALL W/MAYOR RE: 204 S | 45 | |
| MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC | RADIO READS | 1,725.66 | |
| IOWA UTILITIES BOARD | IUB LABOR ASSESSMENT | 112.5 | |
| IAMU | MEMBER DUES | 2,181.00 | |
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | GAS | 95.12 | |
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | 42.57 | ||
| BARCO PRODUCTS | CROELL PICNIC TABLES | 9,791.95 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,244.43 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 61,050.70 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 17,394.14 | 3154.18 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,560.88 | 2654.74 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 1,089.71 | 3781.88 | |
| WATER FUND | 5,232.69 | 7367.41 | |
| SEWER FUND | 4,830.82 | 9634.57 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 29,942.46 | 31668.29 |
Ordinance NO. 2021-3 to vacate portion City Street – Diagonal Street was reviewed for approval. Motion made by Scheidel to approve Ordinance NO, 2021-3. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, and Kuehner (phone)
Nayes: None
Abstain: Croell
Motion passed.
The current Mienergy agreement still has the Hawkeye Tri-County Electric Cooperative name on it since July 2008. It should be updated to the correct name. Kurt mentioned to negotiate with other utility companies to possibly update the city transformers. Jay informed the council the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities is looking at rate studies to get pricing with other companies.
Spring cleanup dates were discussed. Suzette will call to ask if April 23rd or April 30th will work for them to drop off 2 dumpsters.
The city will be selling the 1990 Ford dump truck with a start of a minimum $6,000 sealed bid to be sent to city hall. Suzette will place an ad in the paper, Facebook and website.
Mark gave an ambulance update. A feasibility company will be having interviews with supervisors, hospitals, fire departments, city councils and entities. Jason Byrne let the council know they need more business for the feasibility study. Kurt will help with finding more business to interview. Mark said they need to contact Jeff Bernatz for an interview time.
Motion made by Croell to open Public Hearing to approve Budget FY22-23, Resolution NO, 2022-03072022. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Croell, Scheidel, King and Kuehner(phone)
Nayes: None
Motion passed:
The council reviewed Budget FY22-23 for approval. No questions were asked.
Motion made by King to close public hearing. Second by Croell.
Ayes: King, Croell, Scheidel and Kuehner(phone
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Budget FY22-23, Resolution NO: 2022-03072022. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Kuehner(phone)
Nayes; Non
Motion passed.
Mark and Kurt gave update on the Flood Grant update. Mark had Jay and Suzette send pictures and flood damage costs to Mark Newell with the state. Kurt will follow-up with the Department of Ag.
Stephanie Tangen discussed with the council the property to the east of her property is deteriorating. The garage door was open and was concerned with the chance of dangerous animals could be living in there. Since the house and garage are deteriorating, it brings property values of surrounding property. The city will put this on the April agenda.
Motion by King to open the Public Hearing regarding the Soo Green project. Second by Croell.
Ayes: King, Croell, Scheidel and Kuehner(phone)
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Neil Jones with Soo Green HVDC Link presented a presentation regarding the project to maintain a new 525 kilovolt underground high –voltage direct current electric transmission line (Project)in the City and within City-owned property. The Project will transfer energy, including pints wet, between Mason City, IA and Yorkville, IL. The Project route within the City will be located entirely with existing railroad rights of way. Soo Green needs a franchise from the City authorizing Soo Green to erect, maintain and operate the Project.
Motion made by Scheidel to close the Public Hearing. Second by Croell.
Ayes: Scheidel, Croell, King and Kuehner(phone)
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve the franchise with Soo Green. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Kuehner(phone)
Nayes: None
Motion passed:
Motion made by Croell to waive the 2nd and 3rd reading. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Croell and Kuehner(phone)
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Delinquents were discussed.
Next meeting will be April 4, 2022..
Motion made by Croell to adjourn meeting. Second by King.
Ayes: King, Scheidel, Croell, Kuehner(phone)
Nayes: None
Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:00pm
Suzette Byrne
City Clerk
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – PROPOSED BUDGET
Lawler City Hall on 3/7/22 @ 7:15 PM
Click below on the link for the proposed budget
February 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes
The Lawler City Council met in regular session on February 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: King, Kuehner and Croell Council members absent: Izer and Scheidel
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Roger Dreckman, Cathy Humpal and Stephanie Tangen
Motion made by King to approve the Agenda
Second by Kuehner. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by Kuehner to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.
Second by King. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 208.82 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,560.07 | |
| SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC | 66.65 | ||
| UPS | 127.76 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | DRINKING WATER | 75.6 | |
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAXES | 1,436.38 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,085.32 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 557.34 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 22,157.85 | |
| CASH | 339.32 | ||
| HAWKINS | AZONE | 426.29 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 2,254.00 | |
| BLAZEK CORPORATION | WATER MAIN BREAK | 807.5 | |
| TEAM LAB | WEED KILLER | 1,701.50 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | JANUARY 2022 MINUTES | 160.72 | |
| LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2ND QTR FY21-22 PAYMENT | 3,450.00 | |
| IWD | 6.85 | ||
| MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC | RADIO READS | 1,725.66 | |
| TERRY DURIN CO | 837 | ||
| MARC | WEED KILLER | 1,522.32 | |
| NEICA | DONATION 2022 | 439 | |
| REGION 1 AWWA | TRAINING | 25 | |
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | PHONE | 58.3 | |
| TRUCK COMPANY | DUMP TRUCK 2022 | 39,062.50 | |
| DES MOINES STAMP MFG. CO. | ENDOREMENT STAMP | 38.9 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,304.00 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 86,434.65 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 35,137.13 | 4,211.89 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,560.07 | 2,626.12 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 747.24 | 3,895.94 | |
| EMERGENCY FUND | 106.80 | ||
| LOCAL OPTION TAX | 4,603.42 | ||
| WATER FUND | 7,979.27 | 7,013.18 | |
| SEWER FUND | 9,917.28 | 7,372.79 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 30,093.66 | 28,551.97 |
Suzette gave Gwen Kuehner and Kurt Croell the Oath of Office as Council persons. Gwen and Kurt accepted.
Due to limited council members, Ordinance NO 2021-3 was tabled until next meeting March 7, 2022.
King made motion to set Public Hearing to approve Budget FY22/23 for March 7, 2022 at 7:15pm at city hall. Kuehner seconded.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Jay looked at the dump truck with snow plow attachment. He let the council know it looked good to buy. Suzette informed council it is in the Budget FY21/22 for purchase. Croell made motion for the city to purchase the dump truck for $39,000.00 from Truck Country of Wisconsin. King seconded.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed
Motion made by Croell to sell the ’89 Dump truck with sander blade to public first and then look on line to sell. Kind seconded.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Soo Green is requesting the city to set a Public Hearing for granting a franchise to SOO Green HVDC Projectco, LLC to construct, operate and maintain a new 525 Kilovolt underground high-voltage direct current electric transmission line in the City and within City-owned property.
Motion made by Croell to set Public Hearing March 7, 2022 at 7:20p.m. Second by Kuehner
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Mark discussed the Ambulance. There is a 6 month extension at $24,500 monthly. County supervisors are working on feasible study.
Motion made by King to open public hearing.
Second by Croell.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Suzette presented the council with the Proposed Property Tax Levy for Proposed fiscal year 22/23.
Motion made by Croell to close Public Hearing. Second by King.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by King to approve Resolution NO. 202-02072022 approving the maximum property tax dollars requested for Fiscal Year July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023. Second by Croell.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed
Cathy Humpal resented the council with the library budget. She explained the Library is a Tier 3 accredited library with Enrich Iowa to receive revenue from. She informed the council she is pleased with the Budget for FY 22/23.
Mark and Kurt gave an update regarding the funding for the Flood mitigation. A meeting is scheduled with the Flood Center to receive enough information in the next 30 days, so that the City of Lawler is able to begin seeking funding with the detailed report to follow later this summer.
Upcoming Budget FY22-23 was discussed. Suzette update Kurt and Gwen on the Budget figures discussed at last month’s meeting. Kurt was requesting information regarding the cities balance on the SRF water loan, SRF sewer loan and the sewer loan. Suzette said she would look up the balances in the morning and have them at the next meeting.
Motion made by King to adjourn meeting. Second by Croell.
Ayes: King, Kuehner and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:10pm
Suzette Byrne
City Clerk
January 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes
The Lawler City Council met in regular session on January 3, 2022 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Izer, Scheidel, and King Council members absent: none
Others present:
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 to be paid.
Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 313.23 | |
| BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO | TRACTOR | 30.14 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,561.69 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | 2,714.85 | ||
| UPS | 97.75 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | 166.95 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAXES | 1,726.31 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,288.44 | |
| STATE WITHHOLDING | STATE TAXES | 780 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 303.64 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 19,707.85 | |
| CASH | CITY HALL | 1,503.86 | |
| HAWKINS | AZONE | 312.12 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 1,063.00 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | DECEMBER 2021 MINUTES | 162.24 | |
| WELLMARK BLUE CROSS | 4,279.65 | ||
| LAWLER FIRE DEPARTMENT | 2022 1ST TRUCK PYMT | 5,671.25 | |
| UNITES STATES POSTAL | 635 | ||
| CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR | 3RD QTR AMBULANCE SERVICE | 1,879.36 | |
| MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING | 192.67 | ||
| ANDERSON | 360 | ||
| BANK IOWA | DEC 2021 SEWER LOAN PYMT | 8,487.52 | |
| MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC | RADIO READS | 1,725.66 | |
| MARC | 1,379.58 | ||
| DENNIS UNGS | CORRECT PDF | 100 | |
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | 65.88 | ||
| SCHUETH ACE HARDWARE | 14.99 | ||
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | 43.12 | ||
| BUSTA LAWN CARE | FLOOD DAMAGE JUNKO PARK | 255 | |
| ZIP’S | 521.59 | ||
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,119.63 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 63,462.97 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 20,752.14 | 8,463.62 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,561.69 | 2,637.57 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 1,069.84 | 3,422.71 | |
| EMERGENCY FUND | 218.30 | ||
| LOCAL OPTION TAX | 4,603.42 | ||
| DEBT SERVICE FUND | 8,487.52 | 2,646.78 | |
| WATER FUND | 3,527.41 | 6,665.29 | |
| SEWER FUND | 4,442.54 | 7,131.51 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 22,621.83 | 24,850.42 | |
| 63,462.97 | 60,639.62 | ||
Suzette gave Mark Mueterthies his Oath of Office as Mayor. Mark accepted.
Appointments we made by council.
Appointments January 2022
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
Ambulance Service Rep. Mark Mueterthies, Dale King
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 Scheidel to approve the 2022 appointments for the city. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King and Izer
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Property Fences will be table to next month.
Motion made King to set Public Hearing date for the Max Levy approval for February 7, 2022 at 7:15pm. Second by Izer
Ayes: Scheidel, King, Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed
Mark updated the council regarding the Ambulance. A feasible study will be performed before decision s can be made. Please reach out to County Supervisors for your opinions.
Motion made by Izer to open Public Hearing for Lease City Land. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, and Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
No questions were asked regarding the Property Land Lease to John Brincks.
Motion made by Scheidel to close Public Hearing. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, King, and Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution No. 2021-12062021 to rent farm land to John Brincks. Second by Izer.
Ayes: Scheidel, Izer and King
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by Scheidel to open Public Hearing to vacate and convey city owned property to Kurt Croell. Second by Izer.
Ayes: Scheidel, Izer and King
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
No questions were asked regarding to vacate and convey city owned property to Kurt Croell.
Motion made by King to closed Public Hearing. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Scheidel, King and Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Motion made by King to approve Resolution No. 2021-12062021-2 to vacate and convey city owned property to Kurt Croell. Second by Izer.
Ayes: King, Scheidel and Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Council discussed budget item. Street repairs were discussed. Also, possible new Dump truck, picnic tables for Croell park and tennis court repairs. Suzette will run the numbers the council gave. Budget numbers will be discussed next month.
Mark informed the council the building at the lagoon will be pushed down by Blazek Corp.
Next meeting will be February 7, 2022 at 7:00pm.
Motion made my Scheidel to adjourn meeting. Second by Izer.
Ayes: Scheidel, King and Izer
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 8:45pm.
Suzette Byrne
City Clerk
December 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes
The Lawler City Council met in regular session on December 6, 2021 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Izer, Scheidel, Kuehner, King and Croell
Council members absent: none
Others present: Austin Kuehner, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen and Jason Byrne
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 to be paid.
Second by King. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 208.82 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,560.88 | |
| SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC | PLOW TRUCK | 441.68 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | SECONDARY WIRE AT COOP | 70 | |
| UPS | Cathy HUMPAL | 106.85 | |
| TEST AMERICA | 168 | ||
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,478.27 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,101.61 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 177.22 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 16,422.87 | |
| IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY | DEC 2021 INTEREST | 7,065.00 | |
| CASH | flood | 1,188.77 | |
| HAWKINS | Azone | 512.88 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 1,300.00 | |
| TEAM LAB | MEGA BUGS PLUS WINTER BLEND | 969 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | 2021 AFR | 216 | |
| CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR | 2021 ELECTION | 159.6 | |
| MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING | FURNACE | 3,908.38 | |
| ANDERSON | FARM LEASE | 157.5 | |
| IOWA RURAL WATER | DUES 01/01/22-12/31/22 | 225 | |
| USABLUEBOOK | 144.33 | ||
| PATHWAYS | DONATION FY21/22 | 468 | |
| MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC | monthly pymt radio read | 1,725.66 | |
| IOWA UTILITIES BOARD | 172 | ||
| MARK MUETERTHIES | 2021 MILEAGE | 394.24 | |
| DENNIS UNGS | JAY’S LAPTOP | 60 | |
| STATE HYGIENIC LAB | 20 | ||
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | SAW CHAIN | 16.9 | |
| VISA – S BYRNE | 151.61 | ||
| CHRIS RIGEL | INSTALLED BASE TRIM IN CITY HA | 500 | |
| MISSION | LAWLER LIFT STATION | 347.4 | |
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | 48.13 | ||
| HEARTLAND FLOOR CLEANING | CLEAN FLOORS | 807.8 | |
| NUTRI-HOSE INC | pump water from park | 2,000.00 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,358.02 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 50,652.42 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 13,963.03 | 5691.45 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,560.88 | 2610.68 | |
| ARPA | 104 | ||
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 686.12 | 3016.9 | |
| WATER FUND | 3,384.29 | 10066.52 | |
| WATER SINKING FUND | 2,410.00 | 4705 | |
| SEWER FUND | 4,002.82 | 10098.63 | |
| SEWER SINKING FUND | 4,655.00 | ||
| ELECTRIC FUND | 18,990.28 | 23906.56 |
The council reviewed the Election Canvas Summary provided by Chickasaw County Auditor’s office. Kurt Croell with 22 votes and Gwen Kuehner with 16 votes have been elected to city council for a 4 year term. Mark Mueterthies with 59 votes has been elected as Mayor for 2 year term.
King made motion to set the Public Hearing on Proposal to Lease City Land on January 3, 2022 at 7:10pm. Second by Kuehner
Ayes: Scheidel, Izer, Croell, King and Kuehner
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Scheidel made motion to set Public Hearing on Proposal to Vacate and Convey City-owned Real Estate on January 3, 2022 at 7:15pm. Second by King.
Ayes: Scheidel, Izer, Croell, King and Kuehner
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Cathy Humpal with the Public library discussed Budget FY22-23. The library will be asking for an increase from the city if the County votes no to increase funding for libraries.
Mark traded his personal ranger to Drilling All-Sports in Calmar. Drilling All-Sports will sell to city for $8,500. The price will come out of the electric, water, sewer and park funds. Motion made by King to purchase ranger from Drilling All-Sports for 8,500.00. Second by Scheidel.
Ayes: Croell, Kuehner, Scheidel, Izer and King
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Fencing around yards was discussed. A few yards have fencing around the front yard and leaves have collected around the fence. The property owners have not cleaned up the property. Gwen mentioned to make ordinance for to allow only certain fences to be allowed in front yard. Suzette will do some checking on an ordinance to correct this.
Budget FY22-23 was discussed. Suzette explained she had talked with Iowa Department of Management regarding the budget for the box culvert project. The city does not know the cost of project or the amount we would receive from Iowa Homeland Security but can budget the expense and will also need to budget the revenue received for the project. Dawn Croell said it would cost around 5 million for this project.
It was mentioned to budget for snow removal equipment.
Suzette mentioned to schedule work sessions for working on budget.
Mark explained the county is requesting to sign a new Chapter 28E Agreement for the Ambulance Service. Scheidel made a motion to sign the 28E Agreement with for the Ambulance Service. Second by Croell.
Ayes: Kuehner, Izer, Scheidel, King and Croell
Nays: None
Motion passed.
Mark said the Ambulance board received a quote from AMR Ambulance service for $245,000 for the FY2022-2023. They will not accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield. The ambulance board is not interested in AMR. Ambulance personal will not work for AMR.
Jason Byrne, county supervisor discussed the option of a possible county run ambulance. Jason has spoken with other counties who have their own ambulance services. At Monday supervisor meeting, the county discussed to use the ARPA money to help with expenses for the ambulance service and eventually a 28E agreement with the cities. A contractual service will be hired for billing for the service. The county also mentioned to set of scholarships to send to schools to keep the service running.
Delinquents were discussed.
The next meeting will be January 3, 2022 at 7:00pm
Izer made motion to adjourn at 8:08pm. Second by Kuehner.
All Ayes. . Motion passed
Suzette Byrne, City Clerk
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSAL TO LEASE CITY LAND
PUBLIC NOTICE
City of Lawler, Iowa
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON PROPOSAL TO LEASE CITY LAND
The Lawler City Council will hold a public hearing on January 3, 2022, at 7:10 p.m. local time in the meeting room of the Lawler City Hall located at 414 E Grove St, Lawler, Iowa to hear comments for and against proposal to lease the following City owned real estate:
Approximately 22 acres located in Parcel I of the survey of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 95 North, Range 11 West of the 5th P.M., Chickasaw County, Iowa, as shown in Document 2004-0270 in the office of the Chickasaw County Recorder,
All in the City of Lawler, Chickasaw County, Iowa;
(hereinafter referred to as the “Real Estate”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council proposes to lease the Real Estate to John Brincks and Adam Brincks (“Tenant”), upon the terms of a written Farm Lease (the “Farm Lease”), a copy of which is on file with the City Clerk for public inspection, which includes, but is not limited to, the following terms:
- Possession by Tenant for a term of 4 year(s) to commence on March 1, 2022, and end on February 28, 2026; and
- Total annual cash rent for the 1st year of $4,000.00 payable, unless otherwise agreed, as follows: $2000.00 on March 1, 2022, and $2,000.00 on November 1, 2022. Total annual cash rent for the next 3 years (March 1, 2023 and end on February 28, 2026), of $4,800.00 payable per year, unless otherwise agreed, as follows: $2,400.00 on March 1, 2023, and $2,400.00 on November 1, 2023, and every March 1 and November 1, during the remaining term of the Lease.
At said time and place, comments will be received at the public hearing by the City Council on the question of the whether to enter into said Farm Lease on the proposed terms.
For more information concerning the public hearing, please contact the City Clerk at City Hall or by calling (563) 238-3614 during regular business hours.
This notice is published at the direction of the Lawler, Iowa City Council.
_/s/ Suzette Byrne___________
Suzette Byrne, City Clerk
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSAL TO VACATE AND CONVEY CITY-OWNED REAL ESTATE
PUBLIC NOTICE
City of Lawler, Iowa
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON PROPOSAL TO VACATE AND CONVEY CITY-OWNED REAL ESTATE
The Lawler City Council will hold a public hearing on January 3, 2022, at 7:15 p.m. local time in the meeting room of the Lawler City Hall located at 414 E Grove St, Lawler, Iowa to hear comments for and against proposal to vacate and convey City-owned real estate to Croell, Inc., and more specifically described as follows:
A parcel of Diagonal Street described as follows:
Right-of-Way Reversion Parcel #1, Project Number: 2021 Diagonal Street in the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 95 North, Range 11 West of the 5th P.M., City of Lawler, Chickasaw County, Iowa, and more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the South Quarter Corner of said Section;
Thence North 88°16’02” West, 130.97 feet along the Centerline of Iowa Highway 24;
Thence (C2) Northeasterly 847.29 feet along a 1145.92 foot Radius Curve, Concave Northwesterly (said Curve having a long chord of North 67°05’06” East, 828.12 feet) along said Centerline to the Southerly Extension of the Northeasterly Right-of-Way Line of Diagonal Street;
Thence North 42°10’48” West, 50.03 feet along said Southerly Extension to the Intersection of the North Right-of-Way Line of Iowa Highway 24 and the Northeasterly Right-of-Way Line of Diagonal Street;
Thence continuing North 42°10’48” West, 42.08 feet along said Northeasterly Right-of-Way Line to the Point of Beginning;
Thence South 56°43’19” West, 7.97 feet;
Thence North 33° 16’41” West, 50.89 feet to said Northeasterly Right-of-Way Line;
Thence South 42°10’48” East, 51.51 feet along said Northeasterly Right-of-Way Line to the Point of
Beginning.
Containing 203 Square Feet, subject to any easements recorded or unrecorded.
(hereinafter referred to as “Vacation Parcel”)
That if the City Council does approve the vacation of the Vacation Parcel, that the City proposes to convey said Vacation Parcel to Croell, Inc., by a properly executed Quit Claim Deed and that said conveyance shall be “as is”, for the consideration of $500.00 and payment of all City expenses related to the transaction, including but not limited to legal fees and publishing costs, as well as the City reserving a utility easement upon and across the Real Estate.
At said time and place, comments will be received at the public hearing by the City Council on the question of the vacation and conveyance of said parcel of real estate.
This notice is published at the direction of the Lawler, Iowa City Council.
_/s/ Suzette Byrne___________
Suzette Byrne, City Clerk
November 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes
The Lawler City Council met in regular session on November 1, 2021 at 7:00 PM.
Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.
Council members present: Izer, Croell and King
Council members absent: Scheidel and Kuehner
Others present: Jay Uhlenhake, Cathy Humpal, Stephanie Tangen, and Kurt Croell
Motion made by King to approve the Agenda
Second by Izer. All Ayes. Motion passed.
Motion made by Croell to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.
Second by King. All Ayes. Motion passed.
| ARAMARK | RUGS | 197.44 | |
| BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO | MOWER BLADE, OIL, OIL FILTER | 150.61 | |
| JENDRO | GARBAGE CONTRACT | 2,953.03 | |
| SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC | BLADE | 66.93 | |
| STANTON ELECTRIC | 319.58 | ||
| TEST AMERICA | DRINKING WATER TEST | 75.6 | |
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAX | 1,457.55 | |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,087.99 | |
| BLACK HILLS ENERGY | GAS UTILITY | 102.69 | |
| MIENERGY | ELECTRICITY | 23,567.49 | |
| CASH | GAS | 119.32 | |
| FIVE STAR COOP | FIELDMASTER DYED DELIVERED | 511.85 | |
| HAWKINS | AZONE | 496.82 | |
| IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES | SALES TAX | 1,385.00 | |
| BLAZEK CORPORATION | FLOOD REPAIR WORK & MATERIALS | 5,009.20 | |
| TEAM LAB | FINE ROAD PATCH | 434 | |
| NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE | SEPTEMBER 2021 MINUTES | 79.68 | |
| WELLMARK BLUE CROSS | 3,840.45 | ||
| CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR | 2nd qtr. fy21-22 ambulance | 1,950.75 | |
| DNR | ANNUAL WATER USE FEE FOR | 95 | |
| IWD | 3RD QTR2021 | 10.52 | |
| QUALITY PUMP | Lift Station | 730 | |
| IAWEA | 35 | ||
| INSURANCE ASSOCIATES | AUDIT | 392 | |
| STATE HYGIENIC LAB | WATER TESTING | 20 | |
| MUNICIPAL PIPE TOOL | Water meter | 1,063.15 | |
| SPELTZ ELECTRIC LLC | MOTION SWITCHES PARK | 210 | |
| BMC AGGREGATES LC | MITCH MURRAY | 86.78 | |
| VISA – J UHLENHAKE | WATER CLASS | 325.44 | |
| MARGARET UHLENHAKE | JULY AUGUST MOWING 2021 | 595 | |
| HAWKEY INTERCONNECT | 48.33 | ||
| TREWIN PUMPING SERVICE | PORTABLE TOILET @ PARK | 75 | |
| SERVICEMASTER | FLOOD 2021 CITY HALL/LIBRARY | 7,006.30 | |
| PRECISION OVERHEAD DOOR | SHOP DOOR | 328.13 | |
| PAYROLL CHECKS | TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS | 5,295.08 | |
| CLAIMS TOTAL | 60,121.71 | REVENUE | |
| GENERAL FUND | 19,955.34 | 54,583.45 | |
| SANITATION FUND | 2,953.03 | 2,707.39 | |
| ROAD USE TAX FUND | 1,600.18 | 3,818.23 | |
| WATER FUND | 4,498.34 | 8,582.15 | |
| SEWER FUND | 4,530.44 | 7,678.58 | |
| ELECTRIC FUND | 26,584.38 | 34,256.00 |
Kurt Croell had Herold-Reicks Surveying survey the new build at Bucky’s. The building is on a portion of city property. Kurt Croell informed the city he will purchase the property for $500.00 and take care of all expenses to sell.
Motion made by Izer to sell property to Kurt Croell for $500 and all expenses. Second by King.
Ayes: Izer, King, and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
Mark Mueterthies, Jay Uhlenhake and Kurt Croell met with Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management for state funding for flooding. The city is working with them for funding to make the channel wider going through town. Some property may be lost to do this project to help flooding within the city.
Cathy Humpal discussed security cameras for the library. The company the library is going through wanted to know if the city would be interested. The library said they have a quote for $3,000 and plan to cash in a CD to pay for it.
Suzette explained Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation is launching a new program. LIHWAP an emergency program that will help low-income households and families afford water and wastewater services. This is to help residents pay past due water and wastewater bulls, avoid shutoffs, and regain disconnected accounts.
Motion made by King to approve LIHWAP. Second by Izer.
Ayes: King, Izer and Croell
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
The council reviewed the Annual Financial Report for approval.
Motion made by Izer to approve the Annual Financial Report. Second by Croell.
Ayes: Izer, Croell and King
Nayes: None
Motion passed.
The council reviewed the Farm Lease with John Brincks to decide when they are ready to approve lease. This will be on December agenda.
The furnace that heats the library and community room is 30 years old and the controller went out and is too big. The city received bids from Geerts Plumbing & Heating and Mic’s Plumbing and Heating. We could possibly sell the old finance.
Motion made by Croell to approve Mic’s Plumbing and Heating bid. Second by Izer.
Ayes, Croell, Izer and King
Nayes. None
Motion passed.
Mark gave an update on the Chickasaw Ambulance. The contract will terminate June 2022. The next ambulance meeting will be November 21, 2021.
Mark is trading his personal ranger with Drillings and is working out for Drillings to sell to city. He would like a consensus with council on the December agenda.
Delinquent accounts were discussed.
The next meeting will be Monday, December 6, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
Motion made by Croell and second by King to adjourn at 7.40 p.m. All Ayes. Motion passed.
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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk