City of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa - City Council Minutes

1. MAYOR/MAYOR PRO-TEM TO CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER:

1.Roll Call

2.Pledge of Allegiance & a Moment of Silence

Attendee Name Title Status

Ryan Panowicz Present

Mark Reinders Present

Kirk Moriarty Present

Andrea Johnson Assistant Mayor Pro Tem Remote

Ron Hanson Mayor Pro Tem Present

Jon Winkel Mayor Present

Andrea Johnson - remote.

2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Ron Hanson to Approve the Agenda. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:

3.aApprove the minutes of the November 26, 2024 Regular Meeting

Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve the minutes of the November 26, 2024 Regular Meeting.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

4. CITIZEN'S INPUT:

There was no citizen input.

5. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:

5.aTax Abatement Application: 505 Zach Road

5.bBills: Check numbers 90408 to 90475 in the amount of $143,302.08

Motion by Ron Hanson, seconded by Ryan Panowicz to Approve Consent Agenda Items:

5.a)Tax Abatement Application: 505 Zach Road

5.b)Bills: Check numbers 90408 to 90475 in the amount of $143,302.08 Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

Check Name Description Amount

ABT MAILCOM DEC 2024 BILL & MAIL PROCESSING 661.36

APPEARA CLEAN LINENS/MATS 25.67

BAKER & TAYLOR BOOKS 31.34

CARLSON, GLENDA WATER DEPOSIT REFUND 81.68

CARRIER CONTAINTER COMPANY SOLID WASTE 300.00

CERTIFIED TESTING SERVICES INC 1ST STREET/LOESS HILLS BIKE PROJECT 927.00

CHESTERMAN COMPANY  INSPECTIONS RENTAL 10.00

CINTAS SUPPLIES 96.17

CJC-CJ COOPER & ASSOCIATES DRUG SCREEN EXPENSE 50.00

COFFEE KING COFFEE 25.00

CULLIGAN RENTAL FEE AND SALT DELIVERY 84.00

DANKO EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT CO BATTERY CHARGER 202.00

EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 43.24

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SYSTEMS INITIAL TRUST FUNDING 160.00

FELD FIRE BUNKER GEAR 3,139.50

FIRE SERVICE TRAINING BUREAU TESTING 50.00

FREMONT TIRE TIRE 1,317.20

GARCIA, BERTHA RAQUEL SOMODEVILLA DEPOSIT REFUND 26.68

GENERAL TRAFFIC CONTROLS INC TRANSPARITY MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 10,500.00

GILL HAULING INC SOLID WASTE 108.00

GRAFFIX INC COUNCIL NAME PLATES 7.00

HILLYARD/SIOUX FALLS JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 676.50

HS OCCUPATIONAL WELLNESS LLC DOT TESTING 30.00

IOWA ONE CALL LOCATES 21.03

JACKS UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT CLOTHING ALLOWANCE 108.85

JAYMAR W2/1099/ENVELOPES 154.55

JOHNSTON AUTOSTORE  AIR FILTER/BATTERY/CREDIT/FILTERS 30.26

LINDBLOM SERVICES INC PORTABLE TOILETS 160.00

LONG LINES LLC TELECOMMUNICATION EXPENSE 15.12

LOWE'S BUILDING REPAIR/SHOP/VEHICLE 48.36

MAKOVICKA, AMBERLY DEPOSIT REFUND 72.00

MENARDS-SIOUX CITY BAGS/SLEDGE HAMMER 14.16

MIDAMERICAN ENERGY NOV 2024 GAS UTILITY 15.56

MIDSTEP SERVICES OCTOBER JANITORIAL SERVICES 42.50

MIDWEST ALARM ALARM MONITORING 80.20

MIDWEST HONDA SUZUKI KUBOTA HAZARD LAMP 43.34

MIDWEST WHEEL COMPANIES MINIBAR/RED AMP 259.49

MPIRE HEATING & COOLING LLC LIFT STATION REPAIRS 157.50

ONE OFFICE SOLUTION INK CARTRIDGE 37.25

PIONEER AUTO TIRE REPAIR 2022 SILVERADO 28.56

PIONEER WOOLDRIDGE INS AGENCY 2020 FORD-PD 433.00

POWERPLAN PARTS 28.14

RESCO SWITCHGEAR 12,471.59

RIVERSIDE TECHNOLOGIES INC NETWORK SUPPORT/DEC 2024/VEEM LICENSE 25.00

SCHUMACHER ELEVATOR COMPANY ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE 409.86

SERGEANT BLUFF ADVOCATE BACK PAGE/LEGALS 1,400.00

SIOUXLAND HYDRAULIC HOSE 279.42

SOOLAND BOBCAT VEHICLE SUPPLIES 125.00

SPORTSENGINE INC SITEBUILDER 79.00

STAPLES BUSINESS ACCOUNT OFFICE SUPPLIES 182.72

STATE HYGIENIC LABORATORY-AR LAB FEES 43.00

THE SIGN SHOP BUMP SIGNS 260.00

THOMPSON SOLUTIONS GROUP WATER LIFT STATION REPAIRS 2,387.31

UTILITY EQUIPMENT COMPANY WATERMAIN BREAK 51.38

VAN METER INDUSTRIAL INC ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES/LIBRARY REPAIRS 17.14

VEENSTRA & KIMM INC 1ST STREET/S LEWIS STORM/WARRIOR/ENGINEERING SERVICES 21,983.31

VISA CARD - CITY ADMIN LICENSE RENEWAL/MEAL/RR PERMIT 100.00

VISA CARD - FINANCE STORM WATER TRAINING MEAL 80.25

VISA CARD - LIBRARY BOOK/COFFEE/CRICUT/DVDS/MATERIALS/SUMMER READING 5.00

VISA CARD - PARKS & REC CRAFTS/TAPE/DUMBBELLS/LIGHTS/SUPPLIES 22.98

VISA CARD - PD CAR WASH MEMBERSHIP/STREAMLIGHT 21.39

VISA CARD - PUBLIC WORKS AIR PUMP/JUMP STARTER/OFFICE SUPPLIES/SHIPPING 259.95

VISA CARD - TRAVEL CARD 1 INSPECTIONS CODE BOOK/OCNFERENCE/IPAD SUPPLIES

VACCUUM/MEMBERSHIP/ZOOM/ZOHO 298.78

VISA CARD - TRAVEL CARD 2 COMPUTER PURCHASE/SHIPPING/TAPE/TRAINING 599.99

WARRIOR SNOW DEPOSIT REFUND 52.33

WESTERN AREA POWER ADMIN NOV 2024 POWER PURCHASED 18,533.27

WESTERN IOWA TECH COMM COLLEGE CDL CLASS 400.00

ZIMCO SUPPLY CO ICE MELT 575.00

Total: 143,302.08

6. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:

6.aOpen Public Hearing - Tower Development Application (Modification) - SMJ International - 502 4th Street

Motion by Ron Hanson, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Open the Public Hearing at 5:33pm. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.bPublic Hearing

Aaron Adelman, SJM International, explained that AT&T has their equipment currently installed, they're looking to pull off the old antennas and put up newer models to accommodate increased demand in bandwidth. The net amount of antennas will remain the same, the configuration will change slightly, and additional equipment will be put in behind the new antennas. It will look approximately the same when it's completed. There would be no expansion of their footprint.

Danny Christoffers stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the modification.

6.cClose Public Hearing

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to Close the Public Hearing at 5:36 pm.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.dCouncil to Potentially Approve Application for Tower Development Permit (Modification - SMJ International - 502 4th Street

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve the Application for a Tower Development Permit (Modification - SMJ International - 502 4th Street.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.eJoint Meeting with Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board called their meeting to order at 5:43pm.

Parks Board Members Present were: Tyler Tweet (Ex-Officio Chair), Gloria Hawks, Neil Stockfleth, Angie Van Otterloo, Jeff Edlund

Rec Complex Playground Equipment

Jeff Edlund said that they would like to see the Rec Complex playground equipment replaced.

Tyler Tweet said they're interested in wheelchair accessible equipment; he has reached out for bids.

Grant opportunities for something like that was discussed. Aaron Lincoln said that there are some existing funds available from a donation to assist with this.

Tyler said the existing equipment has reached it's maximum lifespan.

Community Center Updates & Beautification

Jeff explained that they would like to see a variety of updates to the facility.

Jon Winkel said that there are roofers working on the facility beginning today. He said there has been discussion about focusing the existing facility on athletics and creating an event center at a different location.

Trail System Development Along Dogwood

Jeff expressed the desire to have a trail and extension of the trail along the drainage ditch to the river.

There was discussion about the specific location of a potential trail.

Install Electrical around Rec Complex Trail

Neil Stockfleth described the groups desire to have electricity available along the entire Rec Complex trail.

Jason Kvidera said that additional electricity can be added each year as funds are available.

Dog Park Enhancements

Neil said that the Dog Park has been successfully established. They would like to see some additional enhancements.

Kirk Moriarty discussed items such as painting the shelter house, fixing up the picnic tables, adding a dog toy as money allows.

There was discussion about opening up the ability for the public to donate to the Dog Park.

Storage Shed for Parks & Rec Equipment at Rec Complex

Neil explained that there is a storage shed used by youth athletic organizations, but not one dedicated for Parks & Rec equipment. They would like to see one installed.

Jon said that there is some preliminary discussion about transferring the IBF building to another organization such as the school. The City is not getting much out of it currently. Angie Van Otterloo said that due to the limited availability of a place to do indoor batting, there is potential for money to be made.

Jason suggested talking to the school about the shop class building a shed.

Final Concerns

Neil explained that there is interest in additional park developments on the west side of Sergeant Bluff and they would like to see pocket parks be included with new developments. There was discussion on where/how additional parks could be developed.

Jason described some ongoing maintenance that need to be done: Completing the roofing repairs, a fire system needs to be installed, and plumbing at pool facility needs updating.

Jeff Edlund announced his resignation from the Parks Board due to his upcoming relocation to Wisconsin.

The Parks Board adjourned their meeting at 6:19 pm.

6.fAnnual Agreement with the Siouxland Humane Society 

Motion by Ron Hanson, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve the Annual Agreement with the Siouxland Humane Society.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.gApproval of Pay Estimate #6 to Steve Harris Construction for the First Street Reconstruction Project (IDOT# STP-U-6890(612)--70-97)

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Ryan Panowicz to Approve Pay Estimate #6 to Steve Harris Construction for the First Street Reconstruction Project (IDOT# STP-U-6890(612)-- 70-97).

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7. ORDINANCE(S):

7.aORD 757 Amending Ch. 106 Solid Waste Collection Landfill and Recycling Fees (Second Reading)

Motion by Ryan Panowicz, seconded by Andrea Johnson to Approve ORD 757 Amending Ch. 106 Solid Waste Collection Landfill and Recycling Fees (Second Reading).

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.bORD 758 An Amending the City Charter and Chapters 2 and 15 of the Code of Ordinances to Adjust the Term of Office for Mayor for One Term (Second Reading)

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve ORD 758 An Amending the City Charter and Chapters 2 and 15 of the Code of Ordinances to Adjust the Term of Office for Mayor for One Term (Second Reading).

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

8. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT:

Aaron Lincoln said that he has a meeting tomorrow to update our hazard mitigation plan with the County. The budget meeting schedule will be presented on December 23rd. The SRO agreement update will also be on the agenda of the 23rd. We met with DGR to get an update on the water plant, they have been keeping track of statistics and will bring a proposal for modeling of our waterline system to assist with our ISO rating and future growth. The H&R Business center has their site plan approved from the Design Review Committee, they are initiating some dirt work. Kwik Star has submitted a demo permit, they are setting up a silt fence this afternoon and removing trees. There is prep work being done on the Storm Sewer Crossing project on South Lewis Boulevard. Serenity Point Phase 2 will be coming with their final plat soon.

9. COUNCIL MEMBER'S REPORTS & COMMENTS:

Mark Reinders said that Andrea Johnson and himself received communication from MEAN that our electric transmission provider MISO is projecting an increase of 9.5-11% starting January 1. He attended the Winter Festival which was well attended, the Community Action Team members did a great job.

Kirk Moriarty said that the Parks & Recreation Joint meeting was very good. He said that he counted 42 bikers on the trail Saturday afternoon. He asked the public to be careful on the road with the snowy weather that is coming.

Ryan Panowicz said that recently he used the crosswalk by Dollar General and after hitting the button, no one stopped. He recently talked to some school board members with the school district and in the month of November they rounded up 1,300 pounds of food and donated to the Sergeant Bluff Food Bank.

Andrea Johnson thanked the Parks & Recreation Board for the time and energy they put into being members of that board, we do appreciate their efforts.

Ron Hanson said that Shawn Streck recently resigned from the Planning & Zoning Commission, he was a long-tenured member. He thanked Shawn for his years of service.

10. MAYOR'S REPORT:

Jon Winkel reminded the community that with slipper streets and kids going to-and-from school please keep your awareness at a high level. He thanked the Council and all the members of our boards for their work.

11. ADJOURNMENT:

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Ryan Panowicz to Adjourn at 6:34 pm. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

Mayor/Mayor Pro-Tem

Attest:

Danny Christoffers, City Clerk