SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 9, 2009

The regular meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 6:25 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall. Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Brent Landsness, Allen Sorenson, Keith Stoeber, and Jim Wise. Council member Brenda Tiefenthaler arrived at 7:00 p.m. Others in attendance were Bill Johnson, Paige Patten, Ginny Smith, Mark Younie, and Diane Teno.

A motion was made by Stoeber, seconded by Wise, to approve the agenda. Ayes: all; Absent: Tiefenthaler; motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes from the November 11, 2009 meeting, accounts payable report, and November 2009 financial reports. Ayes: all; Absent: Tiefenthaler; motion carried.

There were no suggestions submitted from Sioux Rapids residents for the city council to discuss.

Discussions on the property exchange agreement with Bill Johnson and Resolution #573, PROPOSED EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY AND SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING, were tabled.

Wise made a motion, seconded by Sorenson, to approve Resolution #578, AUTHORIZE THE ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS FOR THE HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM. After due consideration, the mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Wise; Nays: none; Absent: Tiefenthaler. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

Regarding the wastewater treatment improvement project, the council discussed the reasons that a controlled discharge lagoon is not feasible.

Discussion on rezoning the mud volleyball area was tabled.

Mark Younie reported that the radar trailer has been ordered.

Newly elected officials Bill Johnson and Paige Patten, along with Andrew Hasley, were sworn in.

A special council meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at noon at City Hall to discuss the wastewater treatment improvement project.

The next regular city council meeting has been set for January 10, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Tiefenthaler made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Stoeber. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

ATTEST:

Andrew Hasley, Mayor

Diane Teno, City Clerk

SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2009

The regular meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall. Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Brent Landsness, Allen Sorenson, Keith Stoeber, Brenda Tiefenthaler, and Jim Wise. Others in attendance were John Devitt, Larry and Valerie Small, Mark Younie, and Diane Teno.

A motion was made by Stoeber, seconded by Landsness, to approve the agenda. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Larry and Valerie Small addressed the council regarding the possibility of hooking onto the city sewer.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes from the October 14, 2009 meeting, accounts payable report, and October 2009 financial reports. Ayes: all; motion carried.

There were no suggestions submitted from Sioux Rapids residents for the city council to discuss.

John Devitt from Kuehl and Payer presented information and answered questions regarding the wastewater treatment facility upgrade. A motion was made by Tiefenthaler, seconded by Sorenson, to approve the design of the wastewater treatment facility upgrade. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve Resolution #574, SET DATE FOR HEARING AND RECEIPT OF CONSIDERATION OF BIDS. After due consideration, the mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

Landsness made a motion to adopt Ordinance #419, ELECTRIC UTILITY FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, in presenting the third reading and that the said ordinance be finally passed, seconded by Tiefenthaler. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion to adopt Ordinance #420, NATURAL GAS UTILITY FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, in presenting the third reading and that the said ordinance be finally passed, seconded by Landsness. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

Tiefenthaler made a motion to adopt Ordinance #421, IMPLEMENTATION OF UTILITY FRANCHISE FEES, in presenting the third reading and that the said ordinance be finally passed, seconded by Landsness. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

Discussion on a policy for yard water meters was tabled until the next meeting.

Discussion on the City of Sioux Rapids Comprehensive Plan was tabled until the next meeting.

A motion was made by Wise, seconded by Landness, to approve the liquor license renewal for Max and Erma’s, pending dram shop certification. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Tiefenthaler, to approve the liquor license for Lily Pad. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to renew the service agreement with Badger Meter Company for the water meter reading software and hardware for $1690. Ayes: all; motion carried.

A motion was made by Tiefenthaler, seconded by Landsness, to accept the letter from Andrew Yungbluth stating the steps he will take to make himself available to attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and to rescind the motion from the council meeting on September 23, 2009, which required a letter from Yungbluth’s full time employer. Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler; Nays: Wise. Motion carried.

Discussion on the property exchange agreement with Bill Johnson was tabled until the next meeting. Discussion on Resolution #573, PROPOSED EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY AND SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING, was also tabled.

Larry and Valerie Small can hook onto city sewer. According to city ordinance, the homeowner is responsible for all expenses.

Solutions for the issue of standing water at the corner of 4^th and Elm include installing a storm sewer outlet or replacing/lifting the curb. No action is being taken at this time.

No action was taken to extend the no parking area across from city hall.

Discussion on the pool chemical feasibility study was tabled.

A special council meeting will be held on December 2, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. to hold the public hearing on the proposed plans and specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for wastewater treatment improvements.

The next regular city council meeting has been set for December 9, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Landsness made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Tiefenthaler. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

ATTEST: Andrew Hasley, Mayor

Diane Teno, City Clerk

SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 2, 2009

The special meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at 6:35 p.m. Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Brent Landsness, Keith Stoeber, Jim Wise. Council member Allen Sorenson arrived at 6:40 p.m. Council member Brenda Tiefethaler was absent. Steve Hallgren from Northwest Iowa Planning and Development, John Devitt from Kuehl and Payer, Bill Johnson, and Diane Teno were also in attendance.

The public hearing was held for the proposed plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the wastewater treatment improvement project. The mayor asked for any comments regarding the wastewater treatment improvement project. The public hearing for the proposed plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the wastewater treatment improvement project was adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Wise, to approve the agenda. Ayes: all; Absent: Tiefenthaler; motion carried.

Wise made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve Resolution #574, ESTABLISH POLICIES REQUIRED FOR CDBG-ASSISTED PROJECT. The mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Wise; Nays: none; Absent: Tiefenthaler. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Wise, to approve Resolution #575, FINAL APPROVAL AND CONFIRMATION OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PROJECT. The mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Wise; Nays: none; Absent: Tiefenthaler. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

Wise made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve Resolution #576, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PROJECT, contingent upon release of CDBG funds. The mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Wise; Nays: none; Absent: Tiefenthaler. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

Stoeber made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Landsness. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

ATTEST:

Andrew Hasley, Mayor

Diane Teno, City Clerk

SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 2009

The regular meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall. Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Brent Landsness, Allen Sorenson, Keith Stoeber, Brenda Tiefenthaler, and Jim Wise. Others in attendance were Bill Ball, Steve Haldin, Bill Johnson, Mark Younie, and Diane Teno.

A motion was made by Stoeber, seconded by Landsness, to approve the agenda. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Bill Johnson addressed the council regarding a survey that was done for his property that borders the swimming pool property. He expressed an interest in trading a small portion of property with the city in order to square up his lot and the swimming pool lot, which would also give street access to his property.

Steve Haldin presented the council with copies of the Comprehensive Development Plan for Sioux Rapids.

Sorenson made a motion, seconded by Tiefenthaler, to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes from the September 9, 2009 meeting, minutes from the September 23, 2009 meeting, accounts payable report, and September 2009 financial reports. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Qwest-phone- $39.19, Sioux Lumber-door knob- $26.52, Staples-supplies- $139.39, Wal-Mart-supplies- $44.69,

The council discussed a suggestion from Violette Henningson regarding people walking across private property to get to the alley between First Street and the highway. The police chief will address the issue if he sees it happening. It was also suggested that homeowners install "No Trespassing" signs or put in a fence.

Bid opening occurred for the sale of city property along Park Street. Wise made a motion, seconded by Stoeber, to accept the bid from Sundblad Trucking for $1001 for the purchase of the property described as Lot One (1), Sioux Rapids Corp., Subdivision Outlots One (1) and Two (2), First Railroad Addition, Adjacent the Abandoned Railroad Right of Way, City of Sioux Rapids. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Stoeber, seconded by Landsness, to approve Resolution #571, SALE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY ON PARK STREET: LOT ONE (1), SIOUX RAPIDS CORP., SUBDIVISION OUTLOTS ONE AND TWO, FIRST RAILROAD ADDITION, ADJACENT THE ABANDONED RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY. After due consideration, the mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

Wise made a motion to adopt Ordinance #419, ELECTRIC UTILITY FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, in presenting the second reading, seconded by Sorenson. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion to adopt Ordinance #420, NATURAL GAS UTILITY FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, in presenting the second reading, seconded by Sorenson. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

Tiefenthaler made a motion to adopt Ordinance #421, IMPLEMENTATION OF UTILITY FRANCHISE FEES, in presenting the second reading, seconded by Landsness. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

The mayor will draft a policy for yard water meters, and it will be discussed at the next meeting.

A motion was made by Tiefenthaler, seconded by Landness, to approve the employment agreement for the part time police officer with the following changes: work hours will be as assigned, paid leave benefits will be as recommended by the city attorney, other changes as recommended by the city attorney. The roll being called, the following council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried.

Stoeber made a motion, seconded by Wise, to set "Trick or Treat" hours for Sioux Rapids to be 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Tiefenthaler made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve Resolution #572, PARTICIPATION IN IOWA LIVING ROADWAYS PROGRAM. The mayor put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Landsness, Sorenson, Stoeber, Tiefenthaler, Wise; Nays: none. Motion carried. Whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.

A motion was made by Tiefenthaler, seconded by Landsness, to approve the street superintendent sweeping the streets in Rembrandt for a charge of $100 per hour. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Tiefenthaler made a motion, seconded by Wise, to approve the wiring for Christmas decorations up to the amount that can be paid out of unspent money in the Beautification and Volunteerism Committee’s budget and that committee’s donations/fundraising proceeds. Ayes: all; motion carried.

No action was taken on the purchase of a garbage truck or on hiring someone for a dual position.

The city attorney will be contacted regarding trading a small corner of the swimming pool property for a small portion of Bill Johnson’s property to square up his lot and the swimming pool lot, and to give street access to his property.

The police department will be receiving a grant through the sTEP program to purchase a speed trailer. The city of Rembrandt will also contribute funds for the trailer.

The next regular city council meeting has been set for November 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Wise made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Stoeber. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

ATTEST: Andrew Hasley, Mayor

Diane Teno, City Clerk