SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 13, 2013 The regular meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall. Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Dennis Edwardson, Brent Landsness, Sandy Mouw, and Allen Sorenson. Council member Scott Haldin arrived at 6:33 p.m. Mel Pitts, a representative from the Valero Volunteer Council, and Diane Teno were also in attendance, along with the following employees of I&S Group: Zac Andersen, Tom Grafft, David Doxtad. The public hearing for the fiscal year 2013/2014 budget was called to order at 6:30 p.m. The city clerk indicated that no written comments had been placed on file. The public hearing for the fiscal year 2013/2014 budget was adjourned at 6:31 p.m. The public hearing for the proposed sale of 100 First Street was called to order at 6:31 p.m. The city clerk indicated that no written comments had been placed on file. The public hearing for the proposed sale of 100 First Street was adjourned at 6:32 p.m. The representative from the Valero Volunteer Council informed the city council about the importance Valero places on volunteering and encouraged the city to contact them when the need for volunteers arises. Mel Pitts addressed the city council about purchasing the empty lot that is next to his property in Valley Heights. Landsness made a motion, seconded by Haldin, to approve the agenda. Ayes: all; motion carried. A motion was made by Haldin, seconded by Landsness, to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes from the February 13, 2013 meeting, minutes from the February 27, 2013 meeting, accounts payable report, and February 2013 financial reports. Ayes: all; motion carried. FINANCIAL REPORT – February 2013 GENERAL –AG PARTNERS-fuel-$1,064.28, ALLIANT ENERGY-$2,698.29, AQS ENVIRONMENTAL-asbestos inspection-$795.00, BRAD'S SERVICE-maintenance/repair Durango-$410.50, BV CO SHERIFF’S RESERVES-donation-$100.00, BUENA VISTA STATIONERY-toner-$219.36, CENTURY LINK-$137.47, EFTPS-Fed/FICA Taxes- $1,476.78, FIRST STATE BANK-deposit stamp-$5.96, GALLS-breathalyzer-$459.99, IPERS-$927.89, MARTHA LANDSNESS-mileage reimbursement-$11.30, MENARDS-cleaning supplies-$18.98, MICHAEL WERNIMONT-reimb cell phone-$25.00, NORTHWEST EQUIPMENT-JD mower repairs-$733.36, NW IA PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT-derelict building grant/planning & zoning-$836.20, PATRICIA MCDANIEL-book for library-$20.00, PETTY CASH-car wash/postage-$55.64, SCHUELKE AUTO-window repair-$59.34, SIOUX CENTRAL AFTER PROM-donation-$50.00, SIOUX LUMBER-washers/hex nuts/boards-$66.03, SPENCER HOSPITAL & CLINICS-testing-$60.00, ST. LUKES CENTER FOR OCC HEALTH-testing membership-$15.00, THE DAILY REPORTER-minutes-$207.76, TIMOTHY PORTER-reimb cell phone-$25.00, TRANS IA EQUIPMENT-deflectors for sweeper-$43.90, TRUENORTH-insurance-$601.78, WALMART-CDs-$22.70, WESTERN IA TECH-law enforcement academy tuition-$2,772.50, GENERAL TOTAL - $14,040.01 ROAD USE - ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES-clothing-$96.28, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$726.73, IPERS- $437.52, MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT-sweeper training-$70.30, ROAD USE TOTAL - $1,330.53 EMLPLOYEE BENEFITS – TRUENORTH-insurance-$609.42, EMPLOYEE BENEFITS TOTAL - $609.42 WATER – AG PARTNERS-fuel-$74.90, ALLIANT ENERGY-$1,138.36, ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES-clothing-$13.84, BV STATIONERY-toner-$19.37, CENTURY LINK-$45.45, CHRISTIAN BROTHERS EXCAVATING-repair water leak/curb stop-$1,080.00, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$650.32, FIRST COOP-fuel-$69.76, FIRST STATE BANK-deposit stamp-$5.96, IPERS-$308.67, QC SUPPLY-supplies for salt system-$161.12, RICH HALDIN-reimb cell phone-$12.50, SIOUX LUMBER-hex key/bushings/charger-$68.68, ST LUKES CENTER FOR OCC HEALTH-testing membership-$7.50, TRUENORTH-insurance-$21.60, U.S. POST OFFICE-postage-$35.42, WATER TOTAL - $3,713.45 SEWER – AG PARTNERS-fuel-$74.91, ALLIANT ENERGY-$206.14, ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES-clothing-$13.84, BV STATIONERY-toner-$19.37, CENTURY LINK-$45.46, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$650.30, FIRST COOP-fuel-$69.75, FIRST STATE BANK-deposit stamp-$5.96, IA LAKES ELECTRIC COOP-lagoon electricity-$2,435.37, IA LAKES REGIONAL WATER-water for lagoon-$52.10, IPERS-$308.65, MANGOLD ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING-composites-$320.00, RICH HALDIN-reimb cell phone-$12.50, SIOUX LUMBER-hex key/charger-$62.27, ST LUKES CENTER FOR OCC HEALTH-testing membership-$7.50, TRUENORTH-insurance-$21.59, U.S. POST OFFICE-postage/stamps-$35.42, SEWER TOTAL - $4,341.13 GARBAGE –BV STATIONERY-toner-$19.38, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$255.27, FIRST STATE BANK-deposit stamp-$5.96, HAROLD ROWLEY RECYCLE CENTER-landfill-$3,449.72, IPERS-$122.67, TOWN & COUNTRY-contract/recycling/rental dumpsters-$4,178.00, TRUENORTH-insurance-$6.78, U.S. POST OFFICE-postage-$35.42, GARBAGE TOTAL - $8,073.20 FEBRUARY RECEIPTS – GENERAL-$1,955.31, ROAD USE-$6,462.55, EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-$125.37, EMERGENCY FUND-$12.92, LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX-$7,232.48, VALLEY HEIGHTS-$0, DEBT SERVICE-$106.32, WATER-$12,629.66, WATER METER-$0.31, SEWER-$6,324.99, GARBAGE-$8,556.42, TOTAL REVENUE - $43,406.33 A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Haldin, to proceed with the Water Tower Painting and Rehabilitation Project and to set the public hearing for Wednesday, April 10th, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall. The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none. Motion carried. I&S personnel discussed the city’s storm water issues with the council. Two of the recommendations discussed were building a retention pond and installing new storm water intakes. I&S personnel will update the concepts for residential development and present them at the next council meeting. I&S personnel continue to work on the water plant study. They will present their recommendations at the next city council meeting. Mouw made a motion seconded by Sorenson, to approve Resolution #654, ADOPTING FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 BUDGET. The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none. Motion carried, whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted. Landsness made a motion seconded by Mouw, to approve Resolution #655, APPROVING SALE OF 100 FIRST STREET. The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none. Motion carried, whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted. Landsness made a motion seconded by Haldin, to change the wording of Resolution #656 from “eighty (80) percent of the purchase price” to “all but $1500.00 of the purchase price” and to approve the updated Resolution #656, PROPOSED SALE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 601 THOMAS & SCHEDULING PUBLIC HEARING . The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none. Motion carried, whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted. The city clerk will publish and post the notice to bidders. The public hearing for the proposed sale of the property located at 601 Thomas will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall. No action was taken on terminating the lease on 100 First Street. With regards to a multi-purpose facility, the council stated that the property next to the current maintenance shed has adequate space for building a facility to house the street equipment, library, city hall, council chambers, and offices for city clerk/deputy clerk, water/sewer departments, street department, and police department. A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Mouw, to approve Andrea Schau as a new member to the Library Board. Ayes: all; motion carried. Haldin made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve the Girl Scout Proclamation declaring March 11 – March 17, 2013 as Girl Scout Week in Sioux Rapids. Ayes: all; motion carried. A motion was made by Haldin, seconded by Mouw, to approve payment of the invoice from I&S for the Water Tower Rehabilitation Project for $2,400.00. Ayes: all; motion carried. Mouw made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve the standard business incentive grant for Hawk-I Electric. Ayes: all; abstained: Haldin; motion carried. Mouw made a motion, seconded by Edwardson, to approve the liquor license renewals for Sioux Food Center. Ayes: all; motion carried. A motion was made by Haldin, seconded by Landsness, to obtain one more bid for roof repair at 213 2nd Street and to approve the lowest bid received for that roof repair with R-24 insulation. Ayes: all; motion carried. The next regular city council meeting has been set for April 10, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall. Sorenson made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Edwardson. Ayes: all. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. ATTEST: Andrew Hasley, Mayor Diane Teno, City Clerk
Sioux Rapids City Council Meeting Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Sioux Rapids City Hall 1) CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2) PUBLIC HEARING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 BUDGET a. Call Public Hearing to Order for Budget b. Discuss Budget c. Adjourn Public Hearing for Budget 3) PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED SALE OF 100 FIRST STREET a. Call Public Hearing to Order for Proposed Sale of Property b. Discuss Sale of Property c. Adjourn Public Hearing for Proposed Sale of Property 4) APPROVE AGENDA 5) PUBLIC HEARING a. Valero Volunteer Council 6) CONSENT AGENDA a. Approve Minutes from Previous City Council Meetings b. Approve Accounts Payable c. Approve Financial Reports for the Month of February 7) SUGGESTIONS FROM RESIDENTS 8) UPDATE ON CITY GOALS a. Beautification/Clean Up Community b. New Housing Development c. Long-Term Plan for City Facilities/Location of Ambulance 9) DISCUSSION ITEMS 10) ACTION ITEMS a. Update on I&S Water Tower Painting Proposal b. Update on I&S Storm Water Study Report and Recommendations c. Update on I&S Proposal for Residential Development Concepts d. Update on I&S Water Plant Study e. Resolution #654 – Adopting Fiscal Year 2013/2014 Budget f. Resolution #655 – Sale of 100 1st Street Property g. Resolution #656 – Proposed Sale of Property Located at 601 Thomas & Scheduling Public Hearing h. Resolution #657 – Terminating Lease on 100 1st Street i. Facility Priorities j. Approve New Member to Library Board – Andrea Schau k. Approve Girl Scout Proclamation l. Approve Payment of Invoice from I&S for Water Tower Rehabilitation for $2,400.00 m. Business Incentive Grant for Hawk-I Electric n. Liquor License Renewals for Sioux Food Center o. Proposals for Roof Repair at 213 2nd St. p. Purchase of Real Estate – Closed session per Iowa Code 21.5 for reason noted in section (j) “To discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property…” 11) DEPARTMENTAL/BOARD REPORTS a. Mayor Report b. Police (Hasley) 12) NEXT REGULAR CITY MEETING – April 10, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall 13) ADJOURNMENT ****************************************************************************************** Meeting Protocol: If you wish to speak today, please: 1. Identify yourself and your issue when the Mayor announces the "Public Hearing" part of the agenda. 2. If your issue is not on the agenda, the Mayor will invite you, in turn, to address the Council immediately. 3. If your issue is on the agenda, the Mayor will invite you to address the Council when that issue is being discussed. 4. Please keep your remarks short (3 minutes or less). * If you have concerns about any of the items on the consent agenda, they may be separated from the consent agenda and voted on individually. **Ordinances may be read at three consecutive meetings or readings may be waived and ordinances may be passed at only one or two meetings.

SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 13, 2013

 

The regular meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall.  Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Dennis Edwardson, Brent Landsness, and Allen Sorenson.  Council member Sandy Mouw arrived at 6:35 p.m. and council member Scott Haldin arrived at 6:40 p.m.  Craig and Kathi Middendorff, Jim Wise, Tim Porter, and Diane Teno were also in attendance, along with the following employees of I&S Group:  Zac Andersen, Tom Grafft, David Doxtad.

Landsness made a motion, seconded by Edwardson, to approve the agenda.  Ayes: all; absent: Haldin, Mouw; motion carried.

No members of the Valero Volunteer Council were in attendance at the meeting.

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Sorenson, to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes from the January 9, 2013 meeting, minutes from the January 23, 2013 meeting, accounts payable report, and January 2013 financial reports. Ayes: all; absent: Haldin, Mouw; motion carried.

           

FINANCIAL REPORT – January 2013

 

GENERAL –AG PARTNERS-fuel-$1,585.58, ALLIANT ENERGY-$5,163.23, AMAZON CREDIT PLAN-books-$431.97, BRAD'S SERVICE-fuel additive-$25.00, BUENA VISTA STATIONERY-envelopes-$41.12, CARROLL SUPPLY-concrete mix-$171.25, CENTURY LINK-$276.02, DATA TECHNOLOGIES-w2s/1099s-$23.23, DEMCO-library posters-$40.74, EFTPS-Fed/FICA Taxes- $1,407.80, FRITCHER ABSTRACT-property by maintenance shed-$180.00, HONDO’S SALES & SERVICE-hydraulic hose/fuel additive-$60.44, IA MUNICPAL FINANCE OFFICERS-2013/14 dues-$40.00, IA SECRETARY OF STATE-notary renewal-$30.00, IPERS-$834.37, ISU REGISTRATION SERVICES-work zone safety class-$90.00, JACK'S UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT-uniform-$163.89, LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS-pocket notebooks-$43.00, MARTHA LANDSNESS-mileage reimbursement-$11.10, MICHAEL WERNIMONT-reimb cell phone-$25.00, MIKE’S REPAIR-snow plow truck-$89.50, NW IA PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT-zoning permit reviews-$310.47, SIOUX LUMBER-expand foam/air chuck line-$21.47, STAPLES-card stock-$6.16, THE DAILY REPORTER-annual report/legal notice-$320.19, TIMOTHY PORTER-reimb cell phone-$25.00, , TRUENORTH-insurance-$1,224.88, U.S. POST OFFICE-stamps-$11.25, WALMART-DVDs for library-$127.52, GENERAL TOTAL - $12.780.18

 

ROAD USE - ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES-clothing-$71.98, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$756.77, IPERS- $451.28, ISU REGISTRATION SERVICES-work zone safety class-$90.00, ROAD USE TOTAL - $1,370.03

 

EMLPLOYEE BENEFITS – TRUENORTH-insurance-$1,253.72, EMPLOYEE BENEFITS TOTAL - $1,253.72

 

WATER – AG PARTNERS-fuel-$25.01, ALLIANT ENERGY-$2,162.69, ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES-clothing-$24.24, BRAD’S SERVICE-pickup-$67.50, BROWN SUPPLY-curb stops/couplings/copper-$1,135.32, BV STATIONERY-envelopes-$41.14, CENTURY LINK-$91.34, DATA TECHNOLOGIES-w2s/1099s/meter reading install-$55.73, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$767.04, FIRST COOP-fuel-$89.99, IA ONE CALL-locate requests-$9.00, IPERS-$358.66, MANGOLD ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING-bacteria/nitrate tests-$463.00, RICH HALDIN-reimb cell phone/excess withholding-$177.32, SIOUX LUMBER-couplers/elbows-$10.41, TREASURER STATE OF IA-sales tax-$1,396.17, TRUENORTH-insurance-$43.19, U.S. POST OFFICE-postage/stamps-$43.85, WATER TOTAL - $6,961.60

 

SEWER – AG PARTNERS-fuel-$25.00, ALLIANT ENERGY-$404.88, ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES-clothing-$24.24, BRAD’S SERVICE-pickup-$67.50, BV STATIONERY-envelopes-$41.14, CENTURY LINK-$91.33, COPPER COTTAGE-riser in manhole-$510.81, DATA TECHNOLOGIES-w2s/1099s-$23.23, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$767.03, FIRST COOP-fuel-$89.98, IA LAKES ELECTRIC COOP-lagoon electricity-$2,254.81, IA LAKES REGIONAL WATER-water for lagoon-$52.10, IA ONE CALL-locate requests-$9.00, IPERS-$358.64, KOENIG PORTABLE TOILETS-jetting on 8th-$200.00, MANGOLD ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING-composites-$320.00, RICH HALDIN-reimb cell phone/excess withholding-$177.32, TREASURER STATE OF IA-sales tax-$443.38, TRUENORTH-insurance-$43.19, U.S. POST OFFICE-postage/stamps-$43.85, SEWER TOTAL - $5,947.43

 

GARBAGE –BV STATIONERY-envelopes-$41.14, DATA TECHNOLOGIES-w2s/1099s-$23.23, EFTPS-Fed/FICA taxes-$323.97, HAROLD ROWLEY RECYCLE CENTER-landfill/assessment-$9,046.76, IPERS-$153.93, TOWN & COUNTRY-contract/recycling/rental dumpsters-$4,114.75, TREASURER STATE OF IA-taxes-$646.45, U.S. POST OFFICE-postage/stamps-$43.85, GARBAGE TOTAL - $14,394.08

 

JANUARY RECEIPTS – GENERAL-$16,087.11, ROAD USE-$6,014.73, EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-$277.70, EMERGENCY FUND-$32.92, LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX-$7,176.78, VALLEY HEIGHTS-$0, DEBT SERVICE-$270.90, WATER-$9,069.56, WATER METER-$0.34, SEWER-$10,987.56, GARBAGE-$16,341.30, TOTAL REVENUE - $66,258.90

 

2012 Wage Report:  Shelby Blomberg-$1,627.56, Dennis Edwardson-$325.00, Katie Gibson-$632.57, Jennifer Haldin-$815.38, Richard Haldin-$34,637.05, Scott Haldin-$350.00, Andrew Hasley-$1,000.00, Norma Hill-$5,823.22, Hunter Knudtson-$939.17, William Krause-$3,148.25, Brent Landsness-$375.00, Martha Landsness-$14,838.05, Mikayla Landsness-$678.17, Kathy Lansink-$10,272.24, Michele Madsen-$3,771.00, Brooke Moffitt-$2,462.14, Kylie Moffitt-Axdahl-$1,241.68, Sandy Mouw-$375.00, Margaret Nelson-$1,387.25, Mickenzie Nelson-$1,761.27, Frances Noll-$717.75, Ryan Pitts-$2,118.47, Timothy Porter-$36,034.83, Erin Rachuy-$338.13, Chad Ries-$4,610.94, Matthew Schiltz-$81.06, Allen Sorenson-$400.00, John Steen-$837.00, Diane Teno-$34,938.90, Cynthia Thomas-$1,785.92, Michael Wernimont-$38,146.46       

 

Update of city goals:  long-term plan for city facilities – the Multi-Purpose Facility Committee is asking for the city council’s priorities regarding facilities.  This will be discussed at the next council meeting.

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Sorenson, to approve the Water Tower Painting and Rehabilitation Proposal from I&S for $6,000.00.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

I&S personnel discussed the city’s storm water issues with the council and recommendations for a proposed catch basin.

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Haldin, to approve the Concept Site Design Residential Development Proposal from I&S for $3,000.00.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

I&S personnel discussed the water plant study.  There has been a delay in this project due to a change in staffing at I&S.  Completion of this project is expected this spring.

Mouw made a motion, seconded by Haldin, to approve the standard business incentive package for Klassy Floral & Boutique.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

Haldin made a motion seconded by Landsness, to approve Resolution #652, BV COUNTY DRIVE TRAIL.  The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none.  Motion carried, whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted. 

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Sorenson, to donate $50.00 for the Sioux Central After-Prom.  Ayes:  Edwardson, Landsness, Sorenson; Nays: Haldin, Mouw; motion carried.

Discussion on purchasing an asphalt zipper and a packer were tabled so the council could see how the test areas look this spring.

The city has applied for a grant from the Iowa DNR to help with the cost of tearing down the old locker.

There was no discussion or action taken on the old hotel.

Haldin made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve drafting a resolution to indicate the council’s intent to sell the property located at 601 Thomas.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Haldin to approve the Shop with a Cop Fundraiser for underprivileged kids.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

Only one bid has been received for the roof repair on the city’s building located at 213 2nd Street.  No action was taken on this agenda item.

The council finalized the city budget for fiscal year 2014 and will hold a public hearing on it at the next regular meeting.

The next regular city council meeting has been set for March 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall.

            Landsness made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Haldin.  Ayes: all.  Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.

 

ATTEST:                                 

Andrew Hasley, Mayor                                                 Diane Teno, City Clerk

SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING FEBRUARY 27, 2013

 

The special meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall.  Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Dennis Edwardson, Scott Haldin, Brent Landsness, Sandy Mouw, and Allen Sorenson.  Diane Teno was also in attendance.

Landsness made a motion, seconded by Haldin, to approve the agenda.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

Haldin made a motion seconded by Sorenson, to approve Resolution #653, PROPOSED SALE OF 100 FIRST STREET AND SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING.  The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none.  Motion carried, whereupon, the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted.  A public hearing on the proposed sale of 100 First Street will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall.

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Haldin, to approve the Beautification Committee’s street sign project, to recommend purchasing new signs to match the current signs if possible, and to allow the committee to make the final decision on refurbishing old signs or purchasing new ones. Ayes: all; motion carried.

Landsness made a motion, seconded by Mouw, to approve the Beautification Committee’s request to purchase and hang a banner across Main Street during Tall Corn Days, pending approval of the affected building owners.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

A motion was made by Haldin, seconded by Edwardson, to begin the process for obtaining the tax deed for the old hotel property.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

            The next regular city council meeting has been set for March 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall.

            Landsness made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mouw.  Ayes: all.  Meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

 

ATTEST:                                 

Andrew Hasley, Mayor                                                 Diane Teno, City Clerk

SIOUX RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING JANUARY 23, 2013

 

The special meeting of the Sioux Rapids City Council was called to order by Mayor Andrew Hasley on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at 6:40 p.m. at Sioux Rapids City Hall.  Roll call: Andrew Hasley, Dennis Edwardson, Scott Haldin, Brent Landsness, Sandy Mouw, and Allen Sorenson.  Diane Teno was also in attendance.

Landsness made a motion, seconded by Mouw, to approve the agenda.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

A motion was made by Landsness, seconded by Haldin, to approve the rental agreement for 213 2nd Street with Kathy Brock and Heather Geisinger.  The mayor put the question on the motion to a vote and the roll being called, the following named council members voted: Ayes: Edwardson, Haldin, Landsness, Mouw, Sorenson; Nays: none.  Motion carried.

Landsness made a motion, seconded by Sorenson, to approve the liquor license renewal for Graeber-Rowe American Legion, contingent upon dram shop certification.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

The water at the county park will not be disconnected unless a request is received from the county, in which case, the regular disconnect and connect fees will apply.

Haldin made a motion, seconded by Landsness, to approve payment of the invoice from Brown Supply for $1,135.32 for water distribution supplies.  Ayes: all; motion carried.

The city’s budget for fiscal year 2013/2014 was discussed.

            The next regular city council meeting has been set for February 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at city hall.

            Mouw made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Edwardson.  Ayes: all.  Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

 

ATTEST:                                 

 

Andrew Hasley, Mayor                                                 Diane Teno, City Clerk

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