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Ida Grove, Iowa Moved to Approve the Agenda. Approved unanimously
Tim Hupke appeared before the City Council to obtain the decision of City Council regarding the recommended property valuation changes. Moved to have Tim Hupke propose an increase in valuation at 60%. Approved unanimously.
Matt Salvatore gave an update on the outdoor slide project and obtain endorsement of the City Council for the three Rec Center Endowment Funds. The Proposed Pool Improvement plan involves three phases. Fundraising is the next step. The committee will plan on applying for a Vision Iowa Grant, and have fundraisers. Matt presented information on the three endowment funds that have been established for the Rec Center. The Endowment Fund is earmarked for equipment and facility improvements. The Sustaining Fund is to help defray the costs of operation and maintenance. The Scholarship Fund has been established to assist low-income families with cost of memberships and programs. Moved to endorse the establishment of the funds for the Rec Center. Approved unanimously.
Justin Georg gave an update on hauling garbage to the Cherokee Landfill. The City Clerk presented the new contract with Ida County Sanitation for approval. Justin advised appliances and other large items could be picked up for a fee of $10.00. Moved to approve the Agreement for Refuse and Recycling Service with Ida County Sanitation. Approved unanimously.
Moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Approved unanimously.
Mayor Ernst presented the amended Application for Special Use Permit and the amended Application for Building and/or Demolition Permit for approval. Moved to remove the section for City Council approval and implement the use of the new permit applications. Ayes: Paul Bargar, James Weary, Craig Rupert, Paul Cates. Nays: William Carnine
Attorney Boerner presented the Plat of Survey for the proposed library addition and the Resolution Regarding Transfer of Real Estate for Purposes of Construction of a Children’s Addition to the Ida Grove Community Library approved by the BCIG School Board. Moved to approve the donation of the land from the BCIG School for the Ida Grove Library’s Children’s Addition. Approved unanimously.
Attorney Boerner presented a 28 E Agreement for the joint operation of the Ida Grove Library Children’s Addition. The Agreement will be presented at a later time after the Library Board has given their approval. The City Clerk presented a letter received from the Ida County Flyers, Inc. as official notice for transferring the hangar to the City of Ida Grove. Moved to accept the hangar and write a letter of acceptance to Ida County Assessor Benningsdorf. Approved unanimously.
Mayor Ernst presented the amended Handbook and Personnel Rules specifying vacation and sick leave be accrued during the probationary period, but cannot be used until completion of the probationary period. Moved to approve the change for the Handbook and Personnel Rules. Approved unanimously
The City Clerk reported interviews would be conducted this week for the position of Administrative Assistant. The Standing Committee on Administration will give approval prior to hiring. Mayor Ernst called for the opening of sealed bids for the 1976 Dodge truck and snowplow. Ida Grove Auto Body submitted a bid for $458.00 and Doug Stenoien submitted a bid for $1,250.00. It was moved by Councilman Rupert, seconded by Councilman Carnine to accept the bid from Doug Stenoien for $1,250.00. Approved unanimously.
Mayor Ernst presented Ordinance N0. 517 titled An Ordinance Revising the Ordinance Relating to Removal of Snow, Ice and Accumulations. Ordinance No. 517 is on file at City Hall. Moved to waive the three readings of Ordinance No. 517, An Ordinance Revising the Ordinance Relating to Removal of Snow, Ice and Accumulations, 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.
Mayor Ernst presented Resolution No. 2007-23, which is entitled, A Resolution Adopting Ordinance No. 517. An Ordinance Revising the Ordinance Relating to Removal of Snow, Ice and Accumulations. Resolution No. 2007-23 is on file at City Hall. Moved to adopt the resolution. Approved unanimously.
Mayor Ernst presented Resolution No. 2007-24 entitled Resolution Approving Pre-disaster Mitigation Planning Grant Program and Designating Authorized Signatures for the Planning Grant for the City of Ida Grove, Iowa. Resolution No. 2007-24 is on file at City Hall. Moved to adopt Resolution No. 2007-24. Approved unanimously.
The City Clerk presented a request from Mason Goodenow requesting the City of Ida Grove cover the cost for removal of a tree stump on his property. City Council denied payment for the removal of the tree stump. The City Clerk presented the request to participate with the School to Work Program. Moved to participate with the program. Approved unanimously.
The City Clerk presented the 2007 Financial Report Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2007. Moved to approve and accept the 2007 Financial Report Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2007. Approved unanimously.
The City Clerk presented a citizen’s request to have Rohwer Street, between 1st and 2nd Street, designated as a “No Parking” area on both sides of the street. City Council denied the request. City Clerk presented the request to repair the storm drain located in the alley behind Selections. City Crew will look into the problem. The City Clerk presented information for the Budget Workshops. Councilman Cates presented the question of placing railings along the 4-foot tall retaining wall at Godbersen Park. City Council advised railings should be put up for safety. Moved to adjourn subject to the call of the Mayor. Approved unanimously.
/s/ Dennis Ernst, Mayor
/s/Cindy Murray, City Clerk
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