Ida Grove, Iowa
May 7, 2007

The City Council of the City of Ida Grove met in regular session at the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Dennis R. Ernst presiding. Councilmembers present: William Carnine, Paul Bargar, James Weary, Craig Rupert, Paul Cates. Councilmembers absent: None. Guests in attendance: Beth Wolterman, Dan Dose, Reggie Wessling, Ryan Clark

Moved to approve the agenda as amended.

Approved Unanimously.

Dan Dose presented information regarding the Covenant for Zobel Addition. He was questioning Covenant #8 regarding conducting a noxious trade. His questions regarded continuing garage sales at their residence. Dan questioned the Council if there was a city ordinance regarding the sales. Attorney Boerner questioned Dan if he collected sales tax. Dan advised he does not. Attorney Boerner questioned if items being sold were purchased for resale. Dan advised they purchase items for resale for the garage sales. Attorney Boerner advised that constitutes a home occupation and the area is not zoned for this.

Moved to approve the consent agenda with payment to Overhead Door being held.

Approved Unanimously.

Councilman Bargar gave a report from the Building and Property Committee meeting held May 3, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. at the City Maintenance Shop. Committee members present: Councilman Bargar, Councilman Carnine, Councilman Rupert. Committee members absent: None. Others present for observation: Mayor Ernst, Councilman Cates. They viewed the salt storage shed site. The shed will be located west of the maintenance shop. Meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

City Clerk presented the proposal from Cover-All for the salt storage shed. Total cost is $16,116.76.

Moved to proceed with the shed.

Approved Unanimously.

The airport crack sealing has been completed. The City Crew will do some trail repair work between 5th St. & 7th St.

The maps and lists for street repairs prepared by Gerrod Sholty were reviewed. The Council will check the locations indicated for repairs and determine which areas should be done. Moved to obtain quotes for street repairs.

Approved Unanimously.

City Clerk presented a map prepared by Gerrod Sholty for signs required for a permanent truck route. Pricing for signs will be obtained before making further decisions.

Rohwer Street Bridge was opened the afternoon of May 4, 2007.

Open bids for repairing the storm sewer on the 5th Street Bridge were received from Denco Corp. and Miracle Mudjacking Co. Moved to proceed with the repairs.

Approved Unanimously.

The Council decided to proceed with the replacement of the curb, gutter, and one foot back of the sidewalks on Second Street between Taylor St. and Quimby St.

Moved to proceed with letting bids.

Approved Unanimously.

City Clerk presented a report from Denco Corp for Moorehead Ave. Bridge. The Council determined the bridge should be repaired.

Moved to proceed with letting bids.

Approved Unanimously.

Councilman Bargar moved the approval of Ordinance Number 512, An Ordinance Regarding Council Attendance, on its first reading and that the procedural requirement as set forth in Section 380.3 Code of Iowa, be suspended as provided for in that section and the ordinance be placed on its second and third reading by title, seconded by Councilman Cates.

Approved Unanimously.

Councilman Bargar introduced Resolution Number 2007-11, which is entitled Resolution Adopting An Ordinance Regarding Absence From Council Meetings and moved its adoption. Councilman Cates seconded the motion to adopt. Whereupon the Mayor put the question and the vote was:

Approved Unanimously.

Resolution Number 2007-11 Resolution Adopting an Ordinance Regarding Absence From Council Meetings. Resolution Number 2007-11 is on file at City Hall.

Ordinance Number 512, is an Ordinance Regarding Council Attendance. Ordinance Number 512 is on file at City Hall

Councilman Weary introduced Resolution Number 2007-12, which is a resolution amending the current budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007 and moved its adoption. Councilman Bargar seconded the motion to adopt. Whereupon the Mayor put the question and the vote was:

Approved by majority.

Nays: William Carnine.

Resolution Number 2007-12 City Budget Amendment and Certification Resolution. Resolution Number 2007-12 is on file at City Hall.

Councilman Cates moved the approval of Ordinance Number 513, An Ordinance To Provide For a Temporary Increase in the Water Rates Charged by the City of Ida Grove on its first reading and that the procedural requirement as set forth in Section 380.3 Code of Iowa, be suspended as provided for in that section and the ordinance be placed on its second and third reading by title, seconded by Councilman William Carnine.

Approved Unanimously.

Ordinance Number 513 is an Ordinance to Provide For a Temporary Increase In The Water Rates Charged by the City of Ida Grove. Ordinance Number 513 is on file at City Hall.


Councilman Cates introduced Resolution Number 2007-13, which is entitled Resolution Adopting An Ordinance Number 513 and moved its adoption. Councilman Carnine seconded the motion to adopt. Whereupon the Mayor put the question and the vote was:

Approved Unanimously.

Resolution Number 2007-13 Resolution Adopting Ordinance Number 513. Resolution Number 2007-13 is on file at City Hall.


The City Clerk reported the airport fuel pump was checked by Iowa Petroleum Equipment Company, of Storm Lake. Clay Pumps of Council Bluffs will repair the pump at charges of $60.00 an hour, 70 cents per mile, and parts.

The Council reviewed city’s garbage fee.

The Council decided to waive the 2% administration fee and have it considered a retiring benefit.

The Council reviewed the current charges for copies made upon request. The subject was tabled until the next meeting after additional information is obtained.

The Mayor presented concerns regarding the regular maintenance of City Hall/Community Hall. The current list of duties was presented to the Council. City Clerk was directed to review the list with Beth Euchner.

City Clerk advised a call was received from a party interested in the Golbreath building. Council determined a new Special Use Permit would be required for the intended use.

No action has taken place on the purchase of Godbersen Memoial Park due to Gary and Sharon Godbersen being out of town the past few months.

City Clerk presented construction plans and opinion of probable costs submitted by Snyder & Associates for the Park Lane Extension project. This item will be added to the agenda for the next meeting.

Mayor Ernst presented information regarding problems with the Badger Creek Lift Station. It appears excessive water flow is occurring from tiling around a residence and underground springs.

Moved to adjourn subject to the call of the Mayor.

Approved unanimously.

/s/Dennis R. Ernst, Mayor

ATTEST:

/s/Cindy Murray, City Clerk