City of Sergeant Bluff, IA
SERGEANT BLUFF, IOWA
City Council Minutes
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Council Chambers
501 4th Street; Sergeant Bluff, IA
1. MAYOR/MAYOR PRO-TEM TO CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER: 5:30 pm
1.Roll Call
2.Pledge of Allegiance & a Moment of Silence
Attendee Name Title Status
Shari Zenor Kiple Council Member
Present
Kirk Moriarty Council Member
Present
Ryan Panowicz Council Member
Present
Mark Reinders Council Member
Present
Andrea Johnson Council Member
Present
Ron Hanson Mayor Present
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Mark Reinders to Amend the Agenda to make the following item become the first Discussion/Action Item: "8.a) ORD 770 Amending Chapter 77 Motorized Scooters, Electric Bicycles and Other Personal Transport Vehicles (First Reading)".
Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Approve the Amended Agenda. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
3.aApprove the minutes of the March 10, 2026 Regular Meeting
Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve the minutes of the March 10, 2026 Regular Meeting.
Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
4. CITIZEN'S INPUT:
James Loomis, Woodbury County Attorney, introduced himself. He is up for re-election and is asking for support. When he first ran for office he made a commitment to the cities in the county to engage and communicate with them. He continues to do that to address the needs of each community. He is happy to address any issues that the Council may have.
Aaron Lincoln said that the last time James was here, he was working on the staff shortage he had, he asked for an update.
James said that they've made a lot of progress. They were down 8 of 18 positions, but they are currently only down by one position. He anticipates that will be filled by September.
Kirk Moriarty asked James what are some of the biggest issues in Woodbury County today?
James said that one of the primary concerns he hears as he visits communities is; they’re dealing with various issues with residents and their properties. In addition, they struggle with funds to hire their own attorneys to address the issues they have. He is still placing a priority on violent crime. He set up a designated group of attorneys in his office to handle violent crimes. He also works closely with the U.S. Attorney's office to determine whether someone needs to be charged Federally.
5. DEPARTMENT HEADS' REPORTS:
The written reports were provided to the City Council.
6.APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
6.aTobacco License Renewal: Kwik Star
6.bBills: Check numbers 93230 to 93315 in the amount of $297,870.49
Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve Consent Agenda Items:
6.a)Tobacco License Renewal: Kwik Star
6.b)Bills: Check numbers 93230 to 93315 in the amount of $297,870.49 Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
Name Description Amount
AHLERS & COONEY PC LABOR RELATIONS 252.00
ALLEN, ADAM TRAINING REIMBURSEMENT 42.85
AT&T MOBILITY EMERGENCY LINE PHONES 501.76
AVERY BROTHERS SIGN CO PD SIGN 3,983.00
BENTSON PEST MANAGEMENT PEST CONTROL/REC CENTER 105.00
BIERSCHBACH EQUIPMENT SOLAR 197.00
BOMGAARS BUILDING SUPPLIES/CLOTHING/SUPPLIES/TRAINING 549.13
BOWMAN, ZACQUERY AND JESSICA OVERPAYMENT OF ACCOUNT 278.86
CENTURY LAUNDRY DISTRIBUTING WASHER KEY 42.82
CHESTERMAN COMPANY INSPECTIONS WATER 10.00
CHESTERMAN COMPANY DRINKING WATER EXPENSE 9.00
CHILDS, ABBY SOCCER REFUND 25.00
CINTAS SUPPLIES 97.72
CLAUSEN, JESSICA OVERPAYMENT OF ACCOUNT 481.57
COFFEE KING COFFEE SUPPLIES 90.46
CORNHUSKER INTERNATIONAL 92 DUMP TRUCK REPAIR 33.14
DGR ELECTRIC UPGRADES/C STREET/W RIDGE RD/WATER SVCS 39,007.38
DOCUMENT DEPOT & DESTRUCTION SHREDDING 49.00
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 166.40
ECHO ELECTRIC SUPPLY FIRE DEPT REPAIRS 38.24
EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY SERVICE 925.00
FAREWAY CLEANING SUPPLIES/WATER/LIFT STATION 65.25
FLOYD RIVER MATERIALS INC SAND 117.60
GAUL, CARSON TRAINING REIMBURSEMENT 800.00
GILL HAULING INC SOLID WASTE 5,859.48
HACH COMPANY ABSORBIC ACID/CHEMICALS/IRON 1,174.37
HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS/CHLORINE CYLINDERS 160.00
HEIMAN FIRE EQUIPMENT RESCUE SUPPLIES 271.00
IA ASSOC OF MUNICIPAL UTILITIES 2026 IAMUMEMBER DUES 8,734.00
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY JAN26-MAR26 300.00
IOWA LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY TRAINING 150.00
JOHNSTON AUTOSTORE FILTERS 78.88
LCC INSPECTIONS DOOR 128.00
LESSMAN ELECTRIC SUPPLY MAINTENANCE GARAGE 300.00
LONG LINES LLC TELECOMMUNICATION EXPENSE 42.61
MARCO INC COPIER CONTRACT 94.04
MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC (CH) COPIER CONTRACT 657.95
MATHESON TRI-GAS INC ACETYLENE 88.99
MIDAMERICAN ENERGY FEB 2026 GAS UTILITY 3,673.96
MIDSTEP SERVICES FEB 2026 JANITORIAL SERVICES 850.00
MIDWEST LUBRICANTS INC BULK OIL 998.75
MUNICIPAL ENERGY AGENCY OF NEB FEB 2026 POWER PURCHASED 184,343.70
PETERBILT OF SIOUX CITY FUEL FILTER 55.94
PETE'S TREE SERVICE TREE REMOVAL 1,450.00
PIONEER AUTO 2014 FORD/2025 FORD 616.49
QUALITY TELECOMMUNICATIONS PHONE LEASE/PD 607.00
RIVERSIDE TECHNOLOGIES INC HARD DRIVE 458.00
ROBERTSON IMPLEMENT CO CHAIN SAW 33.98
SAM'S CLUB BUILDING SUPPLIES/OFFICE SUPP/TRASH BAGS/WATER 603.31
SCHROEDER, STEVEN ENERGY EFF PROGRAM-REFRIGERATOR 50.00
SCHUMACHER ELEVATOR COMPANY ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE 423.99
SEXTON OIL COMPANY BULK FUEL 17,669.04
SIOUX CITY WINNELSON FAUCET/TEST GUAGE 94.63
SIOUX MUFFLER INC FLEX JOINT 90.00
SIOUXLAND DISTRICT HEALTH DEPT 2026 FOOD SERVICE LICENSE-POOL 150.00
SIOUXLAND HYDRAULIC PD WASH BAY 49.41
SIOUXLAND REGIONAL TRANSIT SYS SENIOR CENTER TRANSPORTATION 54.00
SOOLAND BOBCAT BOB KIT 12.78
SPI CONCRETE 95.60
STAN HOUSTON EQUIPMENT CO INC RESPIRATOR 47.00
THE SIGN SHOP SIGNS 149.80
THOMPSON SOLUTIONS GROUP FIRE ALARM MONITORING-REC CENTER/WATER PLANT 8,748.75
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY APPLICATION FEE 750.00
UTILITY EQUIPMENT COMPANY HWY 75 1,666.02
VAN METER INDUSTRIAL INC COMMUNITY CENTER 150.75
VEENSTRA & KIMM INC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 810.00
VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE EXPENSE 1,037.66
VESTIS MATS/LINENS 230.24
WESCO RECEIVABLES CORP ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES 449.65
WOODBURY COUNTY FIRE ASSOC 2026 FIRE SCHOOL 2,595.00
WOODBURY COUNTY STARCOMM STARCOMM SERVICES 2,843.54
ZIMCO SUPPLY CO HERBICIDE 104.00
Total: 297,870.49
7. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:
7.aORD 770 Amending Chapter 77 Motorized Scooters, Electric Bicycles and Other Personal Transport Vehicles (First Reading)
Aaron Lincoln overviewed the ordinance, he discussed the various kinds of devices and the categories designated for each type. There will be age restrictions, single rider restrictions, age restrictions, yielding the right-of-way, helmet requirements, restricts on what public property they can be driven on, lighting and brake requirements, stipulations for reckless or improper riding, and enforcement and penalties.
A chart in the draft ordinances showing the devices, motor power, design speed, age restriction, and place(s) of operation was reviewed by the City Council and staff. There was an extended discussion which included the following:
Ensuring compliance with ADA requirements for certain types of devices.
Enforcement of speeds using radar.
Increasing the age requirement for low-speed and mid-range e-scooters.
How enforcement would occur.
Whether we would require the devices to be registered.
That many citizens have brought this concern to City Council members and other cities are working to find a solution.
Where various device types are allowed to be ridden.
The consensus was to increase the age for Class 1 and Class 2 devices (Low-speed and Mid-Range E-Scooters) and to implement a registration system.
Sarah Kleber, City Attorney, suggested that due to the proposed changes, the first reading of the ordinance could occur at their March 31st Special Meeting.
No action was taken, the first reading of the ordinance will be on the City Council agenda for March 31st.
7.bPresentation of Annual Report From Safe Routes to School/Complete Streets Committee Dawn Kimmel, SIMPCO and member of the Complete Streets & Safe Routes to School Committee, provided a list of 2025 Accomplishments for the State Routes to School/Complete Street Coalition and reviewed some highlights. The annual sidewalk inspections were done, resulting in 204 letters being sent to property owners to address sidewalk compliance, 70 repairs have been documented as complete as of the date of the report. They worked on a pedestrian crossing survey with the School District, 178 people responded with areas of concern. There were 368 feet of residential sidewalk over the last year, and 350 feet of sidewalk have been replaced on 1st Street from Prairie Bluff Drive to Baker Drive. The coalition worked on holding an annual Bike to School Day and Walk to School Day. There was a survey sent to determine how many kids walk to school, currently less than 10% do. The barriers to walking to school included distance and crossing a busy street. There are additional sidewalk inspections planned for this quarter. Other future goals include additional curb cut installations, sidewalk connections at Jefferson Park, tennis courts, and the dog park at C street and creating a pedestrian crossing from 1st St/S. Lewis Blvd south to Gaul Drive.
Mark Reinders asked about the rule for sidewalk inspections. Council members get asked about this.
Dawn said that the rule is a 3/4 inch gap. The rules are ADA based. Enforcing this can prevent future injuries and address liability concerns.
7.cPROCLAMATION: National Library Week (April 19-25)
Mayor Ron Hanson proclaimed April 19-25th as National Library Week. They will be having a variety of activities at the Library that week.
7.dApproval of Quote for the Playground Equipment Surfacing at the Recreation Complex
Tyler Tweet said that he had brought this quote to the City Council during the budget meetings. He is seeking approval to lock in the price with Play Pro for $68,642.00.
Aaron Lincoln said the quote we received in a prior year was quite a bit higher.
Tyler said that the prior quote included the swing-set area, this will only be the playground area.
Kirk Moriarty asked about the $9,100 optional add-on.
Tyler said that would be the concrete border to help with run-off, our Public Works Department will be able to do this.
Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve the quote from Play Pro for $68,642.00.
Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
7.eApproval of Change Order #2 for the First Street Reconstruction Project (IDOT# STP-U-6890-611-70-97)
Aaron Lincoln explained that this is for the 1st Street East project. Once the contractors are substantially complete with the project the IDOT has to go through the quantities with the consultant. This change order will be getting all the quantity changes logged in. The first change order we had removed $21k when we moved the trail from the north side to the south side of the road which allowed them to not to have to mess with the storm sewer intakes on the north side of 1st Street, but this did require them to address some things on the south side which created some cost increase. There was also an extra layer of pavement underneath that our records did not show. This change order is an increase of 56k, we have a number of quantities that are underrunning so when they get their last payment we will not hit the original contract amount, we will be at or below.
Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Approve Change Order #2 for the First Street Reconstruction Project (IDOT# STP-U-6890-611-70-97).
Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
8. ORDINANCE(S):
8.aORD 771 Amending Chapter 23 of the Code of Ordinances to Decrease Parks Board Membership (First Reading)
Andrea Johnson explained that awhile back the City Council approved increasing the membership, we are currently having trouble filling the memberships so we cannot get a quorum unless everyone attends. As a result we would like to return to a five member board.
Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve ORD 771 Amending Chapter 23 of the Code of Ordinances to Decrease Parks Board Membership (First Reading). Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
9. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT:
Lincoln said that we will have two Council meetings next week on Tuesday. One meeting will be the levy hearing and the other will be for public hearings for the GO bond. There was a wastewater plant meeting, they are sending out the bid packages for the work that needs to be done. They're looking to have the guaranteed maximum price for the project by June. The activity going on the west side of the Old MCI building is the developer working on adding warehousing, so they are adding a truck ramp on the eastern side.
Jason Kvidera said that the work going on next to Sergeant Bluff Smiles is because there are some shops that will be going in there.
Aaron said that the building going up on Dogwood is a traffic sign and paving painting business. Also at Dogwood the electric conduit will be installed in the next few weeks. Danny Christoffers has been getting inquiries about whether or not the City Council is going to extent the tax abatement program which currently expires on December 31st, we may need to have some discussion at a future meeting to determine the City Council's intention.
10. COUNCIL MEMBER'S COMMENTS:
Andrea Johnson thanked Asst. Chief Rosendahl and Aaron Lincoln for their work on the Scooter ordinance.
Shari Zenor Kiple expressed appreciation to Andrea for her time she spent on the ordinance as well.
Kirk Moriarty noted that Dan Hospers final day with the Public Works Department was today, he thanked Dan for his years of service with the town. He did an outstanding job with the water plant and pool.
Mark Reinders asked where people will meet for the litter clean up event on April 27th. Tyler Tweet said they will meet at the Recreation Complex.
Mark also asked the Police Chief how we got involved with the St. Patrick's day event over by the Gordon viaduct.
Jereme Muller said that we are part of the Governor's Traffic Safety Board program, we are required to participate in two multi-jurisdictional programs each year.
11. MAYOR'S COMMENTS:
Ron Hanson stated that everyone has done a wonderful job at our City. He welcomed the new Office Manager at the Police Department; Rori Shoulders.
He also noted that regarding the Scooters ordinance, it's for the purpose of providing safety to the community.
12. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Adjourn at 6:45 pm. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]
Mayor/Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest:
Danny Christoffers, City Clerk
Published in the Sergeant Bluff Advocate weekly newspaper, Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026. The SB-Advocate is the Official Newspaper for the City of Sergeant Bluff and is an Official Woodbury County newspaper. (PN#040226-00369A/B)
