Ida Grove, Iowa
August 20, 2007

The City Council of the City of Ida Grove met in regular session in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Dennis R. Ernst presiding. Councilmembers present: William Carnine, Paul Bargar, James Weary, Craig Rupert, Paul CatesCouncil members absent: NoneGuests in attendance: Beth Wolterman, David Sturm, Lawrence Lansink, Retha Harrington, Marvin Lorenzen, Dale Stauffer, Jeff Ransom, Charles Waitt, Leila Lansink, Bernard Lansink, LaDonna Lalone, Donna Korner, Shelly Spotts, Kandi Ehrig, Lon Schluetter

Moved to approve the agenda as presented.

Approved unanimously.

Sheriff Wade Harriman appeared before the Council for his monthly reporting.

Dave Sturm with Snyder & Associates appeared before the Council to present a request for payment for work completed on the Badger Creek Stabilization project. Balance due for total work performed is $78,259.00, less 5% retainage of $3,912.95, leaving a payment request of $74,346.05.

Several citizens appeared regarding the resolution and ordinance for adding stop signs on Center Lane and Valley View Drive. Retha Harrington stated the ones speaking against the stop signs do not live on the street that has the speed problem. It was suggested to put speed bumps in rather than stop signs. Discussion regarding placing Children At Play and Speed Limit signs up before putting up stop signs was held.

Moved to put in speed bumps, children at play signs, and speed limit signs as needed.

Motion failed.

Ayes: Paul Bargar, Bill Carnine

Nays: James Weary, Craig Rupert, Paul Cates

Moved to waive the three readings of Ordinance Number 516, An Ordinance Amending Title II, Division I, Chapter 2, Section 6.02 By Adding Additional Special Stops, 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.

Ayes: James Weary, Craig Rupert, Paul Cates

Nays: William Carnine, Paul Bargar

Motion failed due to lack of three-quarters majority.

Mayor Ernst called for approval of the consent agenda. Moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.

Approved unanimously.

The City Clerk presented the bids for tree removal & trimming. The bid from Jerry’s Tree Service totaled $5,175.00. The bid from Lansink Tree Service totaled $4,280.00. Council discussed the situation of tree roots growing into a manhole by Center Lane, and removal of a tree behind the library, which needs removed for the planned expansion.

Moved to accept the bid from Lansink Tree Service.

Approved unanimously.

The City Clerk presented the bids for removing a tree from the river by the well head and disposing of it. The bids presented were: Lukins Construction for $2,650.00 and Michaelson Construction for $2,000.00.

Moved to approve the bid from Michaelson Construction.

Approved unanimously.

Discussion of the truck route was tabled.

The City Clerk presented the item of town clean up. Weeds have become a problem throughout the town and need attention. Also, City Hall has received complaints about creeping charlie and an abandoned house that has openings that allow animals to get in. Following discussion, it was determined to continue the practice of sending letters, doing a certified mailing if a second is necessary.

The City Clerk presented the City Crew’s request to replace the 1976 Dodge straight truck before winter sets in. They are interested in a used single axle, low profile straight truck with a hoist.

Moved to have the City Crew start looking for a replacement truck.

Approved unanimously.

The City Clerk presented a letter from IPERS regarding the appeal from Boerner and Goldsmith. The appeal was filed two to three months ago with the Department of Inspection and Appeals.

Moved to have the City of Ida Grove take part in the IPERS appeal for Attorneys Boerner and Goldsmith.

Approved unanimously.

Moved to introduced Resolution Number 2007-18, which is entitled Resolution Adopting An Ordinance Regarding Creation of a New Special Use for R-1, R-2, and R-3 Zoning Districts and moved its adoption. Whereupon the Mayor put the question and the vote was:

Approved unanimously.

Moved the approval of Ordinance Number 515, An Ordinance Regarding Creation of a New Special Use for R-1, R-2 and R-3 Zoning Districts 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.

Approved unanimously.

Moved to set the next regular City Council meeting for Tuesday, September 4, 2007.

Approved unanimously.

Moved to change the City Council meeting time back to 6:30 p.m. Motion failed.

Ayes: James Weary, Craig Rupert

Nays: William Carnine, Paul Bargar, Paul Cates

Moved to allow the Legion continuous hunting privileges, without requesting it every year, in the areas of Cobb Park, Pizza Hut, and Godbersen-Smith as mentioned, following hunting regulations; and if they choose to contact DNR to increase the limit number, they may do so.

Approved unanimously.

The City Clerk requested direction from the City Council on splitting billing amounts for items used by different departments. City Clerk was directed to continue division of billing by departments.

The City Clerk presented information to the City Council regarding the IMFOA Fall Conference. The City Council encouraged attendance.

The City Clerk presented the City Council a list of contractors for review. The City Council directed the City Clerk to mail letters when soliciting bids rather than just an ad in the paper.

Mayor Ernst presented information for the performance review for Cindy Murray, City Clerk.

Moved to put Cindy Murray, on permanent status as City Clerk and approve the final probation wage increase to $35,000.00.

Approved unanimously.

Moved to adjourn subject to the call of the Mayor.

/s/ Dennis Ernst, Mayor

Attest:

/s/Cindy Murray, City Clerk