Category: City Council Agendas/Minutes

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on November 3, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

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

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake and Eric Fibikar

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 current bills to be paid.

Second by Izer.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	102.76
ARAMARK	RUGS	176.18
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	1,993.02
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	OIL CHANGE PICKUP	61.47
STANTON ELECTRIC	PHONE SERVICE COMPANY	785.73
UPS		27.56
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER TESTING	102.3
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,397.12
IPERS	IPERS	1,048.40
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	115.11
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	19,134.80
CASH	GAS – PICKUP	222.39
HAWKINS	AZONE 15 LPC-4	971.17
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,287.00
TEAM LAB	MEGA BUGS	860
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	OCTOBER COUNCIL MINUTES	53.93
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	JULY, AUG, SEPT 2020 PAYMENT	3,450.00
QUILL CORPORATION	QUILL PLUS BLUE RENEWAL	49.99
UNITES STATES POSTAL	STAMPS	275
IWD	3RD QTR UNEMPLOYMENT	44.68
USABLUEBOOK	PHENOL RED SPEC	32.18
QUALITY PUMP	WELL 1	650
MARC	COLD WATER BACTERIA	633.05
GWORKS	ANNUAL LICENSE FEE	2,593.21
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,098.46
	CLAIMS TOTAL	41,165.51	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	9,494.55	47172.57
	SANITATION FUND	1,993.02	2557.94
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	690.59	3214.19
	WATER FUND	3,497.43	8301.12
	SEWER FUND	4,086.27	8510.93
	ELECTRIC FUND	21,403.65	32491.31

 

Fire Chief Eric Fibikar was here to discuss the fire department yearly budget the Fire Department Trustees had previously discussed.  He discussed new

Jay talked about the Solid Waste Management with the FMC Landfill.

Motion made by King to accept the Solid Waste Management with the FMC Landfill.

Second by Croell.

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, Croell, Scheidel and King

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Suzette presented the Annual Financial Report for 2020 for approval.  The council reviewed the report.

Motion made by Croell to approve the Annual Financial Report for 2020.

Second by King.

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, Croell, King and Scheidel

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Suzette, Dawn and Mark had a meeting with Attorney Kevin Kennedy regarding the Ambulance law suit.  Mark will go to court with the other cities within the county on December 21, 2020.  Mark will continue to discuss with Attorney Kevin Kennedy.  Mark will also check with SIMS ambulance service regarding what they charge.  The City of Lawler has made 2 offers with the Chickasaw County Ambulance Service and was not accepted.

Suzette sent the council an email from Simmering-Cory & Iowa Codification with questions to review.  Suzette will call Simmering-Cory to let them know to print a copy of the Code of Ordinances for the city.  The council will review it and if any changes need to be made, the council will let them know.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, December 7, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion made by Kuehnero and second by Croell to adjourn at 7:47 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

_________________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on October 6, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer, and Scheidel

Council members absent:  Croell and Kuehner

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

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.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve minutes from special meeting. Second by King.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	102.49
ARAMARK	RUGS	153.2
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,193.02
STANTON ELECTRIC	REMOVE TREE ON LINE	70
UPS		37.13
TEST AMERICA	LEAD AND COPPER	218.75
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAXES	1,406.44
IPERS	IPERS	1,054.73
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	797
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	102.09
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	28,480.38
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,263.00
IOWA LEAGUE	MEMBER DUES 07/01/20-06/30/20	466
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	SEPTEMBER 2020 MINUTES	101.42
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		3,443.25
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	REIMBURSE 2ND QTR 941 TAX	984.68
DNR	WATER USE PERMIT FEE	95
USABLUEBOOK		148.51
PATHWAYS	DONATION	468
VISA – S BYRNE	ADOBE	25.31
CARROT – TOP	US FLAG	181.8
DITCH WITCH		4,605.38
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,128.95
	CLAIMS TOTAL	51,526.53	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	6,496.41	2470.76
	SANITATION FUND	2,193.02	2259.31
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,168.75	5278.22
	WATER FUND	4,351.79	6870.48
	SEWER FUND	4,499.14	2253.56
	ELECTRIC FUND	32,817.42	31277.93

 

The council discussed the Code of Ordinance changes.  The Residential parking was discussed.  Simmering Cory had emailed possible wording of the Parking ordinances.  Other cities allow 4 vehicles depending on number in the household with driver’s license.  Suzette will call other small cities and ask about how their ordinance is written.

Jay updated the council about the Annual Water Supply.  The well is only producing 100 gallons per minute.  He said the well will be pulled up next week.  It was possible damaged with a lightning strike last summer.  This will be covered with insurance

Account # 25200 nuisances were discussed.  King informed the council the resident was keeping up with cleaning up the yard.

Account #23608 has followed the ordinance and moved vehicles of yard.

The city purchased a locator for find underground wires.  This will help with the location of underground wire for the high speed internet that will be installed in the next weeks.

The city will not be adding Payroll Direct Deposit to the Payroll software program.  The expense would be a one cost of $800 and $240 per year.   The city does not have enough employees to purchase this addition to the payroll software.

The city will be allowing trick or treating October 25, 2020.  The residents who would like to participate can leave their porch light on.

Motion made by Izer to allow trick treating October 25, 2020.

Second by Scheidel

Ayes:  King, Izer and Scheidel

Nayes: None

Motion passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, November 2, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion made by Scheidel and second by King to adjourn at 7:37 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

________________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on September 8, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

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

Council members absent:  none

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake and Jaycie Byrne

Motion made by Izer to approve the Agenda

Second by King.   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.

FMC LANDFILL	LANDFILL FEE	90
WINDSTREAM	PHONE	102.87
ARAMARK	RUGS	153.2
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	LAWN MOWER OIL FILTER AND	124.64
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,313.02
STANTON ELECTRIC	TREE IN HIGH LINE	70
UPS		15.27
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	59.85
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,415.01
IPERS	IPERS	1,059.45
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	102.43
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	31,067.01
CASH		534.49
FIVE STAR COOP	LP GAS LIFT STATION WW	265.34
HAWKINS	AZONE 15	467.9
BROWN SUPPLY CO	SNOW PLOW EDGE	255.91
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,412.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	PUBLIC NOTICE  09082020	175.75
ROGER DRECKMAN	CONCRETE CENTER TO GROVE	85,120.00
ULINE	ENVELOPES	147.48
USABLUEBOOK		2,251.06
CHICKASAW COUNTY TREASURE	PROPERTY TAX 2020-2021	270
MARC	GRAN COPPR SULFATE PHOTO BLUE	2,210.05
NEICA	DONATION 2020	439
DENNIS UNGS	FIXED EMAIL/LAPTOP MAINT.	105
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	AUDIT	736
STATE HYGIENIC LAB		19.5
BMC AGGREGATES LC	ROADSTONE	1,163.98
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	WATER CLASSES	160
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 09/09/2020	193.86
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,147.73
	CLAIMS TOTAL	137,647.80	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	45,185.09	3195.15
	SANITATION FUND	2,403.02	2498.47
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	47,334.01	3932.76
	WATER FUND	4,673.13	7944.5
	SEWER FUND	4,529.99	7960.51
	ELECTRIC FUND	33,328.70	38081.4
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	193.86

Bucky’s liquor license needed approval.

Motion made by Izer to approve Bucky’s liquor license

Second by Scheidel

Ayes:   Izer, Kuehner, King, Croell, Scheidel

Nays:   None

Motion passed.

Eric Holthaus asked Jay about doing his Eagle Scout Project at Junko Park.  He would raise funds to put a sidewalk and bench around the tree near the concession stand.  He would also like to landscape near the pillars.

Motion made by Scheidel to allow Eric Holthaus to landscape at Junko Park.

Second by King

Ayes:   Izer, Kuehner, King, Croell, Scheidel

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Resolution No. 09082020 for the Annual Street Finance Report was discussed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution No.  09082020 to approve the Annual

Financial Report.

Second by Croell

Ayes:   Izer, Kuehner, King, Croell, Scheidel

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Account #25200 was discussed regarding his nuisance letters set to property owner.  It was notice the pile is closed to his home.  Neighbors have noticed animals around the property and the neighbor’s property.  It was suggested the Mayor or council members could visit with the homeowner.

Motion made by Izer to table until next month

Second by Kuehner

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, King, Croell, Scheidel

Nays: None

Motion passed.

Jay discussed the water licensing for the city.  He has been working closely with the DNR regarding the Lawler Water Supply Sanitary Survey.  The city has had two minor deficiencies.  One deficiency has already by addressed.  Jay will continue to work with DNR.  The city may need to dig a new well.  Jay will update council at October city meeting.

Motion made by Scheidel to open Public Hearing for sale of park.

The West Half of the South 30 feet of Lot 6 and the South 30 feet of Lot 5 and a strip of ground 12 feet in width and 30 feet in length adjoining Lot 5 on the West excepting therefrom the West 6 1/2 feet of the South 14 feet of said strip of ground, all in Block 14 of the Original Plat of the Town of Lawler and also in what is known as Fletcher’s Subdivision of  Lots 3 and 4 in Block 14 of the Town of Lawler and a tract of real estate 6 1/2 feet by 14 feet adjacent to the southeast corner of Lot 4 of Fletcher’s Subdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Block 14, Town of Lawler, Chickasaw County, Iowa; also described as commencing at the southeast corner of Lot 4 of Fletcher’s Subdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Block 14 in the Town of Lawler, Iowa, thence North 14 feet, thence East 6 1/2 feet, thence South 14 feet, thence West 6 1/2 feet to the point of beginning.

All in the City of Lawler, Chickasaw County, Iowa;

Second by Izer

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, King, Scheidel

Nays: None

Motion passed

Dawn Croell will abstain from comment or voting.  The only bid received for purchase was Kurt and Dawn Croell for $1,500.00 plus the cities legal and publishing fees.

Motion made by King to close Public Hearing for sale of park.

Second by Scheidel

Ayes:  Izer Kuehner, King, Scheidel

Nays: None

Abstain: Croell

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Kurt and Dawn Croell bid to purchase park for $1500.00 including city expense such as legal fees and publishing fees

The West Half of the South 30 feet of Lot 6 and the South 30 feet of Lot 5 and a strip of ground 12 feet in width and 30 feet in length adjoining Lot 5 on the West excepting therefrom the West 6 1/2 feet of the South 14 feet of said strip of ground, all in Block 14 of the Original Plat of the Town of Lawler and also in what is known as Fletcher’s Subdivision of  Lots 3 and 4 in Block 14 of the Town of Lawler and a tract of real estate 6 1/2 feet by 14 feet adjacent to the southeast corner of Lot 4 of Fletcher’s Subdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Block 14, Town of Lawler, Chickasaw County, Iowa; also described as commencing at the southeast corner of Lot 4 of Fletcher’s Subdivision of Lots 3 and 4, Block 14 in the Town of Lawler, Iowa, thence North 14 feet, thence East 6 1/2 feet, thence South 14 feet, thence West 6 1/2 feet to the point of beginning.

All in the City of Lawler, Chickasaw County, Iowa;

Second by Izer

Ayes:  Izer, Kuehner, King, Scheidel

Nays: None

Abstain: Croell

Motion passed.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies discussed with the council the propose 28E agreement with Chickasaw Ambulance. Mark will continue to attend the meetings regarding the ambulance service.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, October 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion made by Scheidelo and second by Croell to adjourn at 8:00 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

_______________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on July 6, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

 

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

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

Council members absent:  none

Others present:  Jason and Miyah Byrne and Kurt Croell

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

Motion made by Croell to approve the previous minutes and current bills to be paid.   Second by Kuehner.   All Ayes.  Motion passed.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	100.57
ARAMARK	RUGS	153.2
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,193.02
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	DUMP TRUCK	6,236.71
STANTON ELECTRIC	LIFT STATION GENERATOR	26,310.76
UPS		57.25
TEST AMERICA		137.9
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,445.44
IPERS	IPERS	1,078.84
STATE WITHHOLDING	STATE TAXES	801
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	62.14
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	17,738.59
CASH	FACE GAURD	325.4
FIVE STAR COOP	BUG SPRAY	999.63
HAWKINS	AZONE	330.2
BROWN SUPPLY CO		71.88
BLAZEK CORPORATION	RAILROAD CROSSINGS	3,287.50
TEAM LAB		2,523.50
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	PUBLIC HEARING JUNE 2020	162.51
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		3,443.25
ROGER DRECKMAN	RAILROAD	11,930.00
UNITES STATES POSTAL	10 COIL CARD 5 COIL REG	625
CHICKASAW COUNTY AUDITOR	2020-2021 HAZ MAT	219.5
CHICKASAW COUNTY SHERIFF	DRIVE THRU SERVICE	3,612.97
MIC’S PLUMBING & HEATING	LIFT STATION	759.71
ANDERSON	DISCUSSED COMPETITIVE BIDS	67.5
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY INC		2,000.00
MARK KRIENER		350
TERRY DURIN CO		936
HANAWALT	MULCH	160
BMC AGGREGATES LC	ROADSTONE	165.43
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	FEED SPREADER	116
PAUL ROSENBAUM	WATER METER REPAIR	46
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,237.24
	CLAIMS TOTAL	93,684.64	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	29,979.71	24621.22
	SANITATION FUND	2,193.02	2350.01
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	4,601.67	2224.29
	WATER FUND	4,404.33	8038.14
	SEWER FUND	31,744.30	33582.11
	ELECTRIC FUND	20,761.61	21942.13

Kurt Croell would like to purchase the Park located on Grove Street.  Since the Lion’s Club has the responsibility of the park, Dale King spoke with The Lion’s Club.  The Lion’s Club was fine if the city sold the park to Kurt Croell.  Kurt Croell will purchase the park for $1,500 plus any closing costs associated with the sale.

Motion made by Scheidel to sell land to Kurt Croell for $1,500 plus any closing costs associated with the sale. Second by Kuehner.

Ayes:               Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel

Abstain:          Croell

Motion passed.

Jason Byrne let the council know he is planning holding the Lawler All – Nighters again this year.  He will be letting teams know on the Lawler All – Nighter Facebook page that social distancing is encouraged. John Izer is opening the concession stand with limited items.  He will post signs at the bathrooms regarding the city is not responsible for any sickness concerns.

Motion made by Croell to approve the Lawler All – Nighters to be held July 17 – 18, 2020.  Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:               Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell

Nayes:             None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Bucky’s Cigarette permit. Second by Croell.

Ayes:               Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell

Nayes:             None

Motion passed.

The council discussed city employee’s salaries.  The council decided to freeze wages for 1 year.

Motion made by Croell to freeze wages for 1 year.  Second by King.

Ayes:               Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell

Nayes:             None

Motion passed.

Acct #14200 has spoken with the council members individually regarding his water pipes freezing and changing out his water meter.  A door was left open and water pipes had frozen.  Jay was called to repair and per city Ordinance 6-3-20 it is the responsibility of the owner of the property connected to any water main to keep in good repair and free of leaks, the corporation cock and water service pipe, whether in the public right of way or not.  An invoice was sent to Acct.#14200.  Acct # 14200 was not satisfied and told Jay he needed a new meter.  Jay informed him the meter was fine and informed acct#14200 he would be responsible for payment of new meter. (Ordinance 6-3-23(5)  Acct #14200 was invoiced for the cost of the new meter.  He feels the amount he paid needs to be reimbursed.

Motion made by Scheidel to reimburse Acct. #14200 for the initial repair and the issue will be over.  Second by Izer

Ayes:          Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell

Nayes:        None

Motion passed.

John Izer informed the council he had received a phone call from Acct#14200 on Sunday, 7/5/2020 at 6:02am.  He said he had a letter for him to look at.  John told him to put in the car and then gave copies to council members.

The Asphalt street bid was discussed.  Suzette presented a Budget Spreadsheet with the Public Works Fund for the Roads, Bridges and Sidewalks broken down to what was budgeted for the FY20-21 Budget. Since the railroad street closures expenses and expenses to repair Grove Street were not budgeted in this Fiscal Year will put the Public Works Fund over budget should the city repair the asphalt streets.   Suzette recommended to expense in the budget for the FY21-22 and repair next year.  No decisions were made and decided to discuss next month.

Suzette explained anyone who needs keys to light, shed and concession stand should be required to sign out a key and return to city hall when finished.  The Little League can return keys after season is over.  This way the city hall will know who has a key.

Motion made by Scheidel to require keys be signed out. Second by Croell.

Ayes:       Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell

Nayes:     None

Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to order Air Conditioner for the concession stand at ballpark

Second by Scheidel.

Ayes:     Izer, King, Kuehner, Scheidel, Croell

Nayes:   None

Motion passed.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, August 3, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Kingo and second by Scheidel to adjourn at 8:00 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

_______________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on June 1, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer, Croell and Scheidel

Council members absent:  Kuehner

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake 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.

 

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	103.84
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,275.52
POLLARD PEST CONTROL CO.	PEST	56.68
STANTON ELECTRIC	A105 PHOTO CELL	10.69
UPS		13.62
TEST AMERICA		102.9
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,408.99
IPERS	IPERS	1,056.34
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	182.66
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	20,055.15
CASH	SHOP SUPPLIES	402.75
BROWN SUPPLY CO	ROUND LADTECH HDPE MANHOLE	124.2
IOWA DEPT OF REVNUE/SALES	SALES TAX	1,146.00
TEAM LAB	MEGA BUGS	1,455.00
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	PULIC HEARING BUDGET AMENDMENT	183.12
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY		2,300.00
ROGER DRECKMAN	Lincoln street	82,875.00
K & W COATINGS LLC	INTERIOR CLEANING	550
BANK IOWA	GO 2020 SEWER LOAN PYMT	9,046.54
BMC AGGREGATES LC	CLASS A ROADSTONE	357.6
BARCO MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS	SIGNS FOR STREETS	593.14
VISA – S BYRNE	GO TO MEETING	348
LETTERWORKS	TRUCK DOOR DECALS	53.5
CARROT – TOP	FLAGS	277.63
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,134.75
	CLAIMS TOTAL	130,113.62	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	89,694.92	43087.75
	SANITATION FUND	2,275.52	2264.91
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,329.73	3508.3
	DEBT SERVICE FUND	9,046.54	704.9
	WATER FUND	2,260.30	7112.01
	SEWER FUND	3,501.62	7289.86
	ELECTRIC FUND	22,004.99	27284.76

 

Kurt Croell would like to purchase 10ft of the Lion’s Club Pocket Park on Grove Street.  He would pay $1,500 plus all expenses.  Motion made by King to sell Kurt Croell 10”x30” park land for $1,500.00 plus all expenses.  Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

It was also discussed selling the entire park to Kurt Croell.  The Lion’s Club would need to be notified because there are memorial benches in the park.  It was mentioned to re-locate the benches to Croell Park since Croell Park is being updated.  Dale will talk with the Lion’s Club before decisions can be made.

Resolution 06012020-1 was presented to transfer Property Tax Emergency fund to General Fund.  Motion made by Scheidel to approve Resolution 06012020-1.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

A Public Hearing to amend the FY20 Budget needs to be set.  Motion by Croell to set Public Hearing June 29, 2020 at 7:05pm.  Second by King.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Jay contacted 3 blacktop companies for blacktop bids to repair Chestnut and Pitts Street, Brown Street and Spring Street.  He only received 1 bid from Driveway Specialist LLC.  The other two companies were not interested in a small job.  Blacktop should last 25 years.  It was decided to table the bid until July meeting to review FY20-21 Budget.

Motion made by King to table salaries until July 2020 meeting.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Councilman Izer received a call from Paul Rosenbaum regarding frozen pipes in his rental house and city employee comments.  The employee was spoken to regarding the comments which were made.

Councilman Izer left meeting.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, July 6, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

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

_________________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

City of Lawler

414 E. Grove St.

PO Box 215

Lawler, IA  52154

563-238-3614

 

AGENDA

                                                      REGULAR MEETING

                                                      June 1, 2020

                                                      7:00 PM

 

1. ROLL CALL.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA WITH ANY ADDITIONS. 

3. APPROVAL & CORRECTIONS, IF ANY, OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETINGS AND APPROVAL OF THE BILLS PRESENTED TO BE PAID.

4. MAYORS COMMENTS.

5. BUSINESS:
   1. Resolution No. 06012020-1
   2. Set Public Hearing – Budget Amendment for June 29, 2020
   3. Kurt Croell
   4. Paul Rosenbaum
   5. Black top patching bids
   6. Salaries
   7. City Hall – Opening
   8. Delinquents

6. ADJOURNMENT.

The Lawler City Council met in regular session on May 4, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

Council members present: King, Izer, Croell and Scheidel

Council members absent:  Kuehner

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake and Kurt Croell

Motion made by King to approve the Agenda with the following additions, Railroad Road Closures, Powerline, Utility Billing – Precision of New Hampton, Inc.  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.

 

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	113.86
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,193.02
STANTON ELECTRIC	NEW TRANSFORMER CROELL HUGEBAC	1,211.16
RILEY’S	REPLACE DRUMS	95
TEST AMERICA		114.45
EFTPS	FED/FICA TAX	1,443.15
IPERS	IPERS	1,078.13
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	224.2
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	21,661.41
FIVE STAR COOP	SUN N SHADE SEED	188.83
HAWKINS	AZONE	290.8
BROWN SUPPLY CO	BURIED POWER LINES SIGNS	840
BLAZEK CORPORATION	WATER MAIN BY CITY SHOP	703.08
TEAM LAB		1,560.68
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	WATER QUALITY REPORT	232.46
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	FEB, MAR, APRIL PYMT	3,450.00
ROGER DRECKMAN	POST OFFICE	11,030.00
QUILL CORPORATION	BOXES	43.99
UNITES STATES POSTAL		64
MARK KRIENER	1 HR TILLING	50
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL	TRACTOR PAYMENT	8,009.34
PV BUSINESS SOLUTIONS	2020 OSHA COMPLIANCE JRNL	298.5
BMC AGGREGATES LC	CLASS A ROADSTONE	174.4
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	BEVERAGE CENTER	204.3
GWORKS	W2 FORMS	55.8
DEPOSIT REFUNDS	REFUND DATE 05/05/2020	226.12
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,235.01
	CLAIMS TOTAL	60,791.69	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	16,553.55	39856.52
	SANITATION FUND	2,193.02	2540.77
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	696.01	4328.41
	DEBT SERVICE FUND	8,009.34	704.9
	WATER FUND	4,587.11	6957.42
	SEWER FUND	3,533.37	7639.26
	ELECTRIC FUND	24,993.17	26976.96
	DEPOSITS – ELECTRIC FUND	226.12

 

Utility Billing with Precision of New Hampton at 105 Langreck Lane was discussed.  Precision of New Hampton sent a letter requesting an allowance of minimum billing while the property sits empty.  Suzette had said if water is left on the minimum fee is charged to home owner per city ordinance.   If water is turned off, then there would not be a minimum fee.  The home owner had told Suzette they would like the water left on with no minimum payment.   Kurt Croell said he would discuss with Dennis Hanson who is the owner of the property.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve The Brite Spot liquor license.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Scheidel to approve Bucky’s liquor license.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve Building Permit for Gary and Nancy Cuvelier.  Second by Scheidel. All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Suzette explained the FY20 Budget needs to be amended before May 31, 2020.  Unexpected expenses within the General Fund are the reason for the amendment.  Motion made by Scheidel to set Public Hearing to approve FY20 Budget Amendment for May 18, 2020 at 7:00pm in City Hall.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

Resolution No. 05042020-1 Authorizing Transfer of Funds for Local Option Sales Tax fund to the General Fund As of May 4, 2020 was presented to Council.  Motion made by King to approve Resolution No. 05042020-1. Second by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

The city received street bids from Roger Dreckman Construction and Croell Redi Mix. Inc.  Croell Redi Mix put in a bid using rebar and another bid with fiber mesh.  Kurt Croell explained the advantage of using fiber mesh instead of rebar.  Since Roger Dreckman only bid using rebar it was decided to allow Roger Dreckman Construction to also bid using fiber mesh.  Motion made by Scheidel to allow Roger Dreckman Construction to send in bid using fiber mesh to be discussed May 18, 2020 at special meeting.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes. Motion passed.

The council discussed Roger Dreckman Construction to remove curb and sidewalk on corner of Grove and Benz by Fire Station and replace with handicap mats installed.   Also to remove curb and sidewalk on corner of Grove and Depot by Post Office and replace with handicap mats installed.  Saw and remove concrete and replace approach to City Shop.  Motion made by King to accept Roger Deskman Construction bid.  Second by Izer.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Nuisance complaints with in the city were discussed.  Nuisance letters will be sent out to residents and they will have 30 days from date of letter to correct the nuisance before the city will take further action.  Motion made by King to send letters.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Mark Mueterthies informed the council the city will be closing the street crossings located at Brush Street and Center Street which was agreed upon with Canadian Pacific Railroad on June 3, 2017.

Dale updated the council regarding the Power Line which will be buried along the railroad.  This line stretches across Iowa.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, June 1, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

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

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Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

	NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
	AMENDMENT OF FY2019-2020 CITY BUDGET
Form 653.C1
The City Council of	Lawler	in	CHICKASAW		County, Iowa
will meet at	City Hall
at	7:00 PM	on	5/18/2020
	(hour)		(Date)
,for the purpose of amending the current budget of the city for the fiscal year ending June 30,					2020
					(year)
by changing estimates of revenue and expenditure appropriations in the following programs for the reasons
given. Additional detail is available at the city clerk’s office showing revenues and expenditures by fund type
and by activity.
			Total Budget		Total Budget
			as certified	Current	after Current
			or last amended	Amendment	Amendment
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
Taxes Levied on Property		1	0	0	0
Less: Uncollected Property Taxes-Levy Year		2	0	0	0
Net Current Property Taxes		3	0	0	0
Delinquent Property Taxes		4	0	0	0
TIF Revenues		5	0	0	0
Other City Taxes		6	0	0	0
Licenses & Permits		7	0	0	0
Use of Money and Property		8	0	0	0
Intergovernmental		9	0	0	0
Charges for Services		10	0	0	0
Special Assessments		11	0	0	0
Miscellaneous		12	0	0	0
Other Financing Sources		13	0	0	0
Tranfers In		14	0	0	0
Total Revenues and Other Sources		15	0	0	0
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
Public Safety		16	0	0	0
Public Works		17	0	0	0
Health and Social Services		18	0	0	0
Culture and Recreation		19	0	0	0
Community and Economic Development		20	0	0	0
General Government		21	0	15,200	15,200
Debt Service		22	0	0	0
Capital Projects		23	0	0	0
Total Government Activities Expenditures		24	0	15,200	15,200
Business Type / Enterprises		25	0	0	0
Total Gov Activities & Business Expenditures		26	0	15,200	15,200
Transfers Out		27	0	0	0
Total Expenditures/Transfers Out		28	0	15,200	15,200
Excess Revenues & Other Sources Over
(Under) Expenditures/Transfers Out for Fiscal Year		29	0	-15,200	-15,200
Beginning Fund Balance July 1		30	0	0	0
Ending Fund Balance June 30		31	0	-15,200	-15,200
Explanation of increases or decreases in revenue estimates, appropriations, or available cash:
Unexpected water heater repair in city hall and budgeted expenses to be paid in FY19 were paid in FY20

The Lawler City Council met in electronic/phone session on April 7, 2019 at 7:00 PM.

Mayor Mark Mueterthies presided.

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

Council members absent:  none

Others present:  Jay Uhlenhake

Motion made by Scheidel to approve the Agenda.  Second by Kuehner   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.

WINDSTREAM	PHONE	103.14
ARAMARK	RUGS	76.6
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO	2020 LAWNMOWER	3,750.00
JENDRO	GARBAGE CONTRACT	2,193.02
SANDEAN & COOMPANY, INC	FITTING DUMP TRUCK	44.59
STANTON ELECTRIC	HOUSE SERVICE 408 N BENZ	312.23
UPS		61.46
TEST AMERICA	DRINKING WATER	50.75
BLACK HILLS ENERGY	GAS UTILITY	281.26
MIENERGY	ELECTRICITY	23,767.01
CASH	GAS-PICKUP	299.23
FIVE STAR COOP	DIESEL TRACTOR	79.04
HAWKINS	AZONE	546.79
BROWN SUPPLY CO		164
NEW HAMPTON TRIBUNE	LEGAL MINUTES	75.73
WELLMARK BLUE CROSS		3,443.25
QUILL CORPORATION	COPY PAPER	132.47
UNITES STATES POSTAL	10 COILS POSTCARD	625
INSURANCE ASSOCIATES	COMM CYBER RENEWAL	750
GARY CUVELIER	SNOW REMOVAL 2019-2020	165
DOT	SALT ROCK	1,135.26
VISA – J UHLENHAKE	TOOL BOX FOR PICKUP	310.29
PAYROLL CHECKS	TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS	5,081.01
	CLAIMS TOTAL	43,447.13	REVENUE
	GENERAL FUND	9,364.25	1050.3
	SANITATION FUND	2,193.02	2311.48
	ROAD USE TAX FUND	1,078.02	1883.96
	WATER FUND	2,362.38	6670.71
	SEWER FUND	3,026.87	9309.8
	ELECTRIC FUND	25,422.59	32672.41

Motion made by King to approve Hole in the Wall liquor license.  Second by Croell.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Motion made by Croell to approve Starlite Ballroom liquor license.  Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

The lift station quote from Stanton Electric was discussed.  The quote is to remove and replace old generator and transfer switch with a new 45 KW 120/208 3 phase L.P. generator and automatic transfer switch. Battery, charger and cold weather kit included.  L.P. tank, piping, or associated items are NOT included in the quote.  The total price is $ 25,632.00.  Motion made by Croell to accept Stanton Electric bid.  Second by King.  Motion passed.

Emergency Protocol was discussed in case the Covid-19 affects Jay Uhlenhake or Suzette Byrne.    Jay had contacted Ray Armbrecht to help with water testing.   Dale has volunteered to help out daily.  Dawn Croell volunteered to help in the office for Suzette.

The City of Lawler will be taking out bids to remove and replace Center St. from Grove to Pitts Streets 20’ x 680’ with rebar 3 ft on center.  Replace 2 manholes and redo radius corner on Grove ST. tar the saw joints, fill in along edges of street.  The bids will be discussed at the May council meeting, May 4, 2020.

The council discussed fixing the Grove Street corners making them handicapped accessible.  It was also discussed repairing Depot Street and Grove Street near City Shop.  Suzette went through the street fund budget with the council.  After Lincoln Street is replaced and salaries have been paid there should be about $14, 200 left in Street Fund.   Motion made by Croell to table the handicap repairs and use the remaining street fund money to repair Depot Street and Grove Street near city shop.   Second by Scheidel.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

Mark is concerned with hog sites building close to the city limits.  Mark spoke with Ray Armel, Chickasaw County Assessor regarding the city zoning ordinance.  Mark would like to annex 1 mile of ground into the city.  This would allow more city control to what can be built near the city limits.  King made a motion to extend city limits to 1 mile.  Second by Izer.  Motion carried.

Delinquent accounts were discussed.

The next meeting will be Monday, May 4, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion by Scheidelo and second by Croell to adjourn at 7:25 p.m.  All Ayes.  Motion passed.

_________________________________

Suzette Byrne, City Clerk

City of Lawler

414 E. Grove St.

PO Box 215

Lawler, IA  52154

563-238-3614

 

AGENDA

 

 

                                                      REGULAR MEETING

                                                      April 7, 2020

                                                      7:00 PM

Electronic Meeting

Pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.8

The Public can attend telephone by calling into the meeting using the dial-in number and following the prompts to enter the access code

Dial-in number: 1-408-650-3123  ID:439-959-557

 

1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA WITH ANY ADDITIONS.
3. APPROVAL & CORRECTIONS, IF ANY, OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETINGS AND APPROVAL OF THE BILLS PRESENTED TO BE PAID.
4. MAYORS COMMENTS.
5. BUSINESS:
6. Liquor License Renewal

          – Hole in the Wall

          – Starlite Ballroom

1. Lift station Generator
2. Emergency Protocol – Corona Virus
3. Street
4. Zoning Ordinance
5. Delinquents
6. ADJOURNMENT.