Ida Grove, Iowa
September 17, 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, Craig Rupert, Paul Cates. Council members absent: James Weary. Guests in attendance: Beth Wolterman, Roger Harrington, Kip Gebel, Retha Harrington, Mark Nielsen. Items added for discussion only: New legislation and linoleum for the men’s restroom in the Community Hall.

Moved to approve the agenda as amended.

Approved unanimously.

Sheriff Wade Harriman did not appear.

Mayor Ernst called for approval of the consent agenda which includes a request for final payment from Snyder and Associates for $3,912.95.

Moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.

Approved unanimously.

The City Clerk presented information provided by Matt Salvatore for the outdoor pool slide. The committee members are Brook Grell, Beth Wolterman, Becky Veltri, Jill Godbersen, and Rita Freese. A meeting will be held on October 8, 2007 at 4:30 p.m. to discuss fundraising and marketing.

A short discussion regarding signs for the truck route was held. Councilman Cates presented the possibility of using a two part sign. City Council requested the City Crew establish the basic number needed.

Discussion was held regarding a compost site for the City. Determining an appropriate location is the major concern. City Council tabled the subject.

The City Clerk reported the City Crew investigated the falling plaster in the back room of City Hall. They removed the areas that appeared to be loose. Nothing additional will be done at this time.

The reading of Ordinance Number 516, Adding Additional Stops, was tabled until the next regular City Council meeting.

Resolution Number 2007-20 Adopting Ordinance Number 516 was tabled until the three readings of Ordinance Number 516 have taken place.

The City Clerk presented the City Street Financial Report for 2007.

Moved to approve Resolution Number 2007-22 titled Resolution Approving Official Reports.

Approved unanimously.

Resolution Number 2007-22 is on file at the City Clerk’s office.

The City Clerk presented the Planning Grant Agreement with Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division. The agreement is for developing a Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan. City Council directed the City Clerk to obtain information for the costs of being a member with SIMPCO and how that would affect the cost for developing the plan.

Moved to approve the contract with the lowest cost alternative.

Approved unanimously.

The City Clerk reported that the Library Board is proceeding with an addition for a children’s room. The Library Board selected Snyder and Associates for engineering services.

Mayor Ernst initiated discussion of mobile home permits. City Council directed the City Clerk to inquire over the Clerk’s Net what other cities are doing for mobile home permits.

The City Council directed the City Clerk to contact the Sheriff’s office to implement a citation for improper parking/open storage on property zoned general commercial.

The City Clerk presented information to the City Council regarding Kiwanis functions and membership costs. Attorney Goldsmith indicated the membership is preferred as this provides a flow of information back and forth. General consent of the City Council was to continue the membership.

Councilman Bargar presented information regarding new legislation for electricians and plumbers. His concerns centered on the aspect that it could affect the City for housing growth and city work needing completed.

Councilman Cates requested information for locating a business that handles commercial grade linoleum for the men’s restroom.

Moved to adjourn subject to the call of the Mayor.

Approved unanimously.

/s/ Dennis Ernst, Mayor

Attest:

/s/Cindy Murray, City Clerk