City of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa - City Council Minutes (Tuesday, July 8, 2025)

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

Ryan Panowicz Absent

Mark Reinders Present

Kirk Moriarty Remote

Andrea Johnson Assistant Mayor Pro Tem Present

Ron Hanson Mayor Pro Tem Present

Jon Winkel Mayor Present

2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve the Agenda. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:

3.aApprove the minutes of the June 24, 2025 Regular Meeting

3.bApprove the minutes of the June 27, 2025 Special Meeting

Motion by Ron Hanson, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve the minutes of the June 24, 2025 Regular Meeting and the June 27, 2025 Special Meeting.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

4. CITIZEN'S INPUT:

James Loomis, Woodbury County Attorney, explained that he makes an effort to check-in with and make contact with towns and cities within Woodbury County so that his office can be responsive to the needs of those towns. He has a team of prosecutors that are assigned to Sergeant Bluff assist with any issues that may need to be addressed. He has had a discussion with the new Police Chief regarding any issues he may have. One issue the County Attorney’s office has had is being understaffed, in the past they had been down 8 personnel but they are now only down 3, he hopes to fully staffed by September. He let the Council know he's happy to answer any questions they may have.

Jereme Muller, Police Chief, said that they have not had any problems with the County’s staff. The person assigned from the Woodbury County Attorney's Office works well with his department. 

Jon Winkel asked if James Loomis is involved with the lawsuit against the builders of the new jail?

James explained that he is not, there are attorneys hired by the LEC Authority.

Ron Hanson thanked James for following through with his commitment to visit cities in the county. Andrea Johnson thanked James for coming and for being responsive to our Police Department.

Ann Petersen explained that other senior swimmers [some of whom also attended the meeting] and herself use the pool each morning for an hour beginning at 8am. There are 25 people on her roster and she expects it to grow. She has heard concerns about the financial cost of maintain the pool. She wanted to express how meaningful the pool was for her and the other swimmers. She also wanted to state that Anna Coffee who is the current pool manager has been great.

Sherry Boettcher asked for an update about the Kiwanis Pond.

Jason Kvidera explained that last year we got some big rains that washed away our inlet. It is eating away the dirt, we're about 25 yards from that reaching a major sewer line. We've been trying to get it dried out so that a crew can come and fix it.

Sherry asked if it will have a liner and if it will be stocked with fish? Also, are there any safety permitter needs?

Jason said that we think it will hold water. It will be stocked with fish.

Jereme Muller said that the Fire Department and Police Department have worked on the safety question. There are safety measures in every squad car.

Jason said there will be signage.

5. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:

5.aLiquor License Renewal: Aggie's

5.bBills: Check numbers 91750 to 91779 in the amount of $53,503.73

5.cBills: Check numbers 91780 to 91828 in the amount of $319,243.61

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Ron Hanson to Approve Consent Agenda Items:

5.a)Liquor License Renewal: Aggie's

5.b)Bills: Check numbers 91750 to 91779 in the amount of $53,503.73

5.c)Bills: Check numbers 91780 to 91828 in the amount of $319,243.61 Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

Name Description Amount

ABT MAILCOM CUSTOMER NOTICES/JULY BILLING 2,356.74

AHLERS & COONEY PC LABOR RELATIONS 31.50

APPEARA CLEAN MATS 38.59

AXON ENTERPRISE INC TASER CARTRIDGES 434.70

CIRCLE S BLUFF STOP PD FUEL 77.19

EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 181.08

GLEN GERY LEASE PAYMENT 9,932.58

HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS/CHLORINE CYLINDERS 1,624.24

HENJES CONNER & WILLIAMS PC ACCOUNTING SERVICES 22,600.00

JACKS UNIFORMS AND EQUIP BADGE/CLOTHING ALLOWANCE 486.50

LITTLE RED EMBROIDERY CO CLOTHING ALLOWANCE 17.12

LONG LINES LLC TELECOMMUNICATION EXPENSE 1,721.30

MARCO TECHNOLOGIES  COPIER CONTRACT 657.95

MIDWEST LUBRICANTS INC BULK OIL 599.25

REAMS SPRINKLER SUPPLY SPLASH PAD REPAIRS 80.92

ROBINSON, JOHN CLOTHING ALLOWANCE 286.91

SERGEANT BLUFF ADVOCATE BACK PAGE/LEGALS 3,181.88

SERGEANT BLUFF-LUTON CSD BUS TRIP/SAC 1,986.00

SIOUX SALES COMPANY CLOTHING ALLOWANCE 156.80

SIOUXLAND DIST HEALTH DEPT SWIMMING POOL INSPECTION FEES 513.00

SKARSHAUG TESTING LAB CLEAN & TESTING 1,201.35

SPORTSENGINE INC SITEBUILDER 79.00

UTILITY EQUIPMENT COMPANY STORM ROAD CROSSING 1,742.40

VAN METER INDUSTRIAL INC 1ST STREET LIGHTING 167.59

VISA CARD - FINANCE PAINT SUPPLIES/TESTING FEES 98.01

VISA CARD - PARKS & REC OFFICE CHAIRS/POOL/SAC/SUPPLIES/TRIPOD 1,531.02

VISA CARD - PUBLIC WORKS CLEANING SUPP/DIESEL CAN/DOT/FLOWERS/OFFICE SUPP 693.80

VISA CARD - TRAVEL CARD 1 CAT MEAL/ROUTER/SAC/ZOOM/ZOHO FORMS/MEAL 482.05

VISA CARD - TRAVEL CARD 2 LAUNCHPAD-SAC/SWIM OUTLET/RECORDER 444.26

WADERICH, KATHY DEPOSIT REFUND 100.00

TOTAL: 53,503.73

 Name Description Amount

APPEARA CLEAN MATS 37.01

AT&T MOBILITY EMERGENCY LINE PHONES 545.13

CARRICO AQUATIC RESOURCES SUMMER WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT 4 OF 4 2,862.50

CARRIER CONTAINTER COMPANY SOLID WASTE 23,999.00

CHESTERMAN COMPANY  COMMUNITY CENTER POP SUP 323.10

CHESTERMAN COMPANY  INSPECTIONS WATER 10.00

CITY OF SIOUX CITY TRANSPORTATION SUBSIDY/FY 26 12,475.00

CULLIGAN RENTAL FEE AND SALT DELIVERY 103.50

DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP FIRE STATION REPAIRS 290.10

FELD FIRE FIRE DEPT. SUPPLIES

81.88

GILL HAULING INC SOLID WASTE

10,100.35

GRANICUS SOFTWARE 6,847.90

HANSEN, KAYLA ROOM DEPOSIT REFUND 100.00

HIGH, ROB 070125 BLOCK 5 OAK HILLS ADDITION PAYMENT 5,300.00

HUOT, MARK CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMBURSEMENT 197.68

IOWA LEAGUE OF CITIES 2025/2026 MEMBERSHIP DUES 3,231.00

JACKS UNIFORMS AND EQUIP CLOTHING ALLOWANCE 2,287.40

JOHNSTON AUTOSTORE - 92548 BULBS/FILTERS/NOZZLE 74.06

K & L PROPERTIES LLC URA REBATE #4 16,449.00

LEXIPOL LLC ANNUAL POLICY MANUAL AND TRAINING 6,649.65

LONG LINES LLC TELECOMMUNICATION EXPENSE 36.65

LOWE'S BUILDING REPAIR/KIWANIS/PLYWOOD/SHED REPAIR 552.37

MIDAMERICAN ENERGY JUN 2025 GAS UTILITY 866.07

MIDSTEP SERVICES JANITORIAL EXPENSE MAY 25 830.00

MIDWEST LUBRICANTS INC BULK OIL 646.25

OAK HILL LAND & REALTY LLC URA REBATE #6 133,676.95

ONE OFFICE SOLUTION - B97 POSTAGE MACHINE INK 229.99

PETERBILT OF SIOUX CITY TOWER 64 REPAIRS 1,665.17

PYE-BARKER FIRE & SAFETY EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION

1,785.00

QUALITY TELECOMMUNICATIONS PROGRAMMING 113.00

ROBERTSON IMPLEMENT CO OIL FILTER 25.62

ROSENDAHL, BRENT CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMBURSEMENT

206.99

SERGEANT BLUFF FOOD PANTRY AUGUST 2025 FOOD PANTRY EXPENSE 800.00

SIOUX CITY WINNELSON SUPPLIES 502.62

SIOUXLAND HYDRAULIC AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 194.64

STAPLES BUSINESS ACCOUNT OFFICE SUPPLIES 127.16

STATE CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS WASTEWATER PROGRAM 506.60

STEFFEN VEHICLE REPAIR 378.41

STIVERS FORD LINCOLN 2025 FORD INTERCEPTOR 44,319.00

STRYKER SALES CORPORATION AED PADS 72.00

THOMAS, PAYTON PEDDLER'S PERMIT REFUND 300.00

THORSLAND, TORI ROOM DEPOSIT REFUND 100.00

VAN METER INDUSTRIAL INC DOGWOOD LIGHTING/SUPPLIES

152.15

VEENSTRA & KIMM INC 1ST STREET BEAUTIFICATION EAST/S LEWIS 7,666.50

VISA CARD - FIRE DEPT BUILDING/TRAINING/HANDBOOK/

CODE ENFORCEMENT/EMT REVIEW/PROPANE 1,163.97

WESTERN AREA POWER ADMIN JUNE 2025  POWER PURCHASED

19,421.80

WILLIAMS & COMPANY ACCOUNTING SERVICES 7,825.00

WOODBURY COUNTY STARCOMM STARCOMM SERVICES 2,843.54

ZIMCO SUPPLY CO MOSQUITO SPRAYING SUPPLIES 271.90

TOTAL: 319,243.61

6. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:

6.aOpen Public Hearing on the Sale of Public Property Located North of 704 D Street

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Mark Reinders Open the Public Hearing at 5:53pm.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.bPublic Hearing

Jason Kvidera said that we had one bid from Mike & Lori Selig for $12,750.00. They would build a duplex for affordable income housing, the project would be completed within 6 months of starting. The monthly rent would be approximately $1k per unit. They're aware that there would be a nearby community sign. The staff recommendation is to accept this bid.

Mark Reinders asked what his timeline is?

Jason said that they are looking to start sometime this year and complete in six months.

Andrea Johnson asked how many square feet per unit there would be? Jason believed it would be approximately 2k square feet per side.

Mark asked how much it cost to demolish the prior homes and purchase the land.

Jason said it cost approximately $24k to take the buildings out and we're recouping it through TIF funds.

6.cClose the Public Hearing

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Ron Hanson Close the Public Hearing at 5:55pm. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.dRES 25-26 Approving Sale of Real Property Located North of 704 D Street

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to select Mike & Lori Selig's bid of $12,750.00 and Approve RES 25-26 Approving Sale of Real Property Located North of 704 D Street.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.eSet Public Hearing Date to Vacate Cemetery Road from the S Lewis Blvd right-of-way to the Woodbury Township Cemetery for July 22nd

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Mark Reinders to Set the Public Hearing Date to Vacate Cemetery Road from the S Lewis Blvd right-of-way to the Woodbury Township

Cemetery for July 22nd. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.fDiscussion on the next CommCon (Community Conversation) Date in August 

Jon Winkel said that this will be CommCon 18, staff is recommending August 26th to make it worth with everyone's schedules.

Andrea Johnson expressed that in the future she would prefer that CommCon not occur on a regular meeting date.

Jon said that will be noted for future CommCons.

It was the consensus that August 26th will be the date of the next CommCon. A Resolution will be brought to the next City Council Meeting to move the regular meeting location.

7. ORDINANCE(S):

7.aORD 764 Amending Chapters 165B and 165D of the Zoning Code (Third Reading) Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Ron Hanson to Approve ORD 764 Amending Chapters 165B and 165D of the Zoning Code (Third Reading).

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.bORD 765 Amending Chapter 136 Sidewalk Regulations (Third Reading)

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Ron Hanson to Approve ORD 765 Amending Chapter 136 Sidewalk Regulations (Third Reading).

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.cORD 766 Amending Chapters 158 and 159 to add 2021 Property Maintenance Code References (Third Reading)

Motion by Ron Hanson, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve ORD 766 Amending Chapters 158 and 159 to add 2021 Property Maintenance Code References (Third Reading). Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.dORD 767 Amending Chapter 156 Building Code (Third Reading)

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve ORD 767 Amending Chapter 156 Building Code (Third Reading)

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

8.COUNCIL MEMBER'S REPORTS & COMMENTS:

Kirk Moriarty said that he hopes everything went smoothly with the recent change to the fireworks times. The Golf Cart Permits are up and running offering a new way to travel around town.

Mark Reinders said that he thinks the fireworks seemed go well this year.

Jereme Muller said they didn't receive many calls, they talked to some people about getting them off the street.

Mark said that the opening of The Market seemed to go well.

Andrea Johnson said it was nice to see everyone at The Market, she is excited for the next event. Also, she congratulated a Sergeant Bluff group "Exit 141" who played at Saturday in the Park in Sioux City. Their act had the largest turnout of any opening act, so they will be asked to return next year.

Ron Hanson said The Market is a great thing that brings enjoyment to the community. He also expressed condolences to the Rocky De Witt family. Ron expressed appreciation for the Community Leader Award he received at the 60th Anniversary SIMPCO event, he credited the City Council, staff, and citizens for contributing to his ability to receive it.

The City Council congratulated Ron on his award.

9. MAYOR'S REPORT:

Jon Winkel expressed his condolences to the De Witt family, he had the opportunity meet Rocky's son. Many attended the event including law enforcement officers, the Governor, and legislators. He also noted that he will be reaching out to each member of the City Council to discuss items pertaining to CommCon 18. He has seen the Tunnel going up at the Rec Complex, the Sergeant Bluff Community Foundation raised all the money to install it. There will be a computer system for the lights, he believes that will be a huge photo location for people.

Andrea Johnson said that without Dan Lee with Port Neal Welding and Cathy Bishop it would not have happened. Jon encouraged people to be safe driving with kids out and about. 

10. FYI ITEMS:

10.aAnnual Acknowledgement of Fiscal Year Salary/Wages Claims per Iowa Code 388.4

Total

Gross

Name

Amount

AMAN, HANNAH 2,992.19

AMAN, MADELINE 3,468.20

ANDERSEN, ASHLYNN 265

ANDERSON, MIA 322.5

BACH, JEREMY J 92,955.42

BAINBRIDGE, PEYTON 41,545.15

BARNES, BERKLEY 2,018.26

BARNES, MADISON 165

BARONDEAU, RALEIGH 417.5

BARRETT, NATALIE 367.5

BENNETT, MICHAEL 88,366.49

BENSON, KELLAN 1,556.01

BLANCHARD, LEE 4,400.00

BLIVEN, COLLIN 435

BOETTCHER, SCOTT 819

BOGGS, ELI 1,518.00

BOS, AVA 2,351.88

BOS, TYNDALL 432.5

BOSSELE, GEDEON 1,959.75

BRADLEY, LAYLA 1,739.75

BRESTER, PEYTON 1,707.19

BRICKER, DANIKA 162

BROWN, ANDREW 1,150.00

BROWN, DAVID 250

BUCHHEIT, PARKER 1,696.69

BURNS, MYA 197.5

BUTTERS, JACKSON 787.01

CHILDS, BRANDON 64,970.43

CHRISTOFFERS, DANIEL 66,108.00

CHRISTOFFERS, RYKER 1,160.63

CLARK, CAROL 975

COFFEE, ANNA 10,380.01

COLFACK, OLIVIA 335

CONDON, RANELLE 52,707.64

COOKMAN, JACK 437.5

COOPER, BELLA 1,827.19

CORNISH, NATHAN 1,371.50

CRAIG-HANSEN, JESSE 66,015.64

CURRY, JAYCE 980.25

DATHER, AYDEN 2,274.75

DE ANDA-RAMIREZ, GAEL 1,664.00

DELAROSA, DANIEL 643.88

DOLETINA, ALEXANDRIA 187.5

EBNER, JOSEPH 82,147.62

EBNER, RILEY 3,015.00

EILERS, DEAN 36

ELDRIDGE, CARTER 225

ELSBECKER, TRAYCE 2,847.00

ERICKSON Jr., JOSEPH 3,887.10

EYRES, TREVOR 50

FOCHT, ELLA 5,170.86

FREIBERG, NATASHA 175

FREIBERG, SARA 1,525.00

GAUL, ANTHONY 9,775.00

GAUL, CARSON 2,100.00

GAUL, CY 9,575.00

GAUL, NICHOLAS 650

GEHLING, ALEXIS 120

GEMBERLING, AVALYNNE 379.75

GERCH,ADDALYN 652.5

GILL, CADE 10,527.00

GOOSMANN, KALLEN 33

GRAY, JOSHUA 75

GREER, ISAIAH 175

HANDKE, TRACI 1,600.00

HANSEN, ANDREW 81,004.31

HANSON, RONALD E 2,550.00

HARDGRAVES, KYRAH 2,232.13

HARDIE, BROOKLYN 125

HARDIE, KAITLYN 1,488.94

HARDIE, LAURYN 354.38

HAYES, CARTER 330

HERNANDEZ, DANIEL 30

HILTS, MADISON 1,806.00

HOEFLING, ALLISON 3,388.19

HOEFLING, JENNA 1,640.88

HORNER, GEORGE 74,423.32

HOSKINS, AVA 2,694.33

HOSKINS, ELIJAH 255

HOSPERS, DANIEL J 77,186.26

HOWARD, BENJAMIN 450

HUNTLEY, MARK R 5,268.63

HUOT, MARK 81,390.47

HUSEN, RYAN 2,345.51

HUTZELL, TRAVIS L 91,612.09

JENSEN, BRENT 2,410.00

JOHNSON, AARON 58,470.00

JOHNSON, ANDREA 2,775.00

JOHNSON, JACKSON 9,400.00

JOHNSON, KATHERINE 1,942.39

JOHNSON, ROBIN 251.25

JORDAN, MALIHA 75

JULIUS, KADE 54,682.39

KASS, MAKENNA 539.57

KELLEN, JEANETTE 55,435.45

KELLER, EMMA 695

KELLY, NATHAN 550

KLEVE, MYA 1,043.63

KNEIFL, JAYDEN 1,524.00

KNEIFL, JESSICA 37,286.15

KOCH, SHAWN 63,326.32

KOEDAM, MCKINLEY 157.5

KONOPASEK, ADEN 2,869.01

KONOPASEK, OWEN 4,425.40

KOTZ, STEFFANI 176

KOVARNA, MYA 307.5

KROGH, STEPHANIE 170

KVIDERA, JASON 108,542.89

LAKE, CARLI 2,121.19

LAUTERS, DEAN 8,975.00

LAYMAN, VIOLET 2,114.63

LEWIS, JENNA 1,712.25

LIAS, MADELYN 235

LINCOLN, AARON 133,040.67

LINCOLN, ANDREW 797.5

LINCOLN, JESSALYN 810.32

LONNEMAN, AUTUMN 1,192.00

LONNEMAN, AVERY 378.69

LOPEZ, IRABEL 67,631.45

LOSEE, KIMBERLY 5,759.26

MACCLURE, ANDREW 865

MACCLURE, NOAH 4,188.00

MASON, THOMAS H 360

MASON, THOMAS M 5,100.00

MASSEY, JULIANNA 2,362.75

MCCLAIN, AUSTIN 9,966.39

MCCORMICK, KHLOE 282.5

MILLER, CHLOEE 1,693.50

MILLER, DAVID 6,000.30

MONTINO, MICHAEL 300

MORIARTY, KIRK 2,775.00

MOSAQUITES, HALLE 2,131.27

MOSIER, BROOKELYN 1,471.50

MULLER, JEREME 94,193.73

MUTH, AVA 527.25

NAVRKAL, TATUM 1,950.00

NELSON, CYNTHIA 72

NELSON, KRISTOPHER 3,400.00

ORSINI, KEITH 400

ORTIZ, JASON 1,700.00

PACK, SCOTT M 112,072.69

PANOWICZ, RYAN 1,725.00

PATRICK, CAIDEN 900

PLUCKER, OWEN 4,386.25

POPE, SYDNEY 1,600.13

RAGALLER, TERRY 875

RANGEL, MARIO 18

REINDERS, MARK 2,550.00

ROBINSON, DELANEY 705.69

ROBINSON, JOHN 86,863.48

ROCHA, TERESA 6,040.18

ROJAS, BRIANNA 1,160.94

ROJAS, NECCO 4,862.25

ROSENDAHL, BRENT D 89,194.19

RYAN, AIDEN 3,646.50

SAUNDERS-LESTER, RILEY 340.82

SCHAGER, KARLIE 309.76

SCHOENFELDER, JACK 3,867.02

SIEPERDA, AYLA 378.01

SKATGES, KAITLYN 5,463.70

SKATGES, KELSI 699

SMITH, AUBREY 99.94

STEVENSON, TAYDEN 180

STOWE, MAKENZIE 2,707.56

SWEARINGEN, RYAN 55,728.70

TEJRAL, RAEGAN 320

TENDAL, AVA 715.75

THOMPSON, DANIELLE 10,858.50

THOMPSON, MICHAEL E 68,464.27

TIMMONS, CHARLOTTE 450

TIPTON, ETHAN 1,920.00

TOFT, LAUREN 1,939.00

TOOLEY, DARREN 1,725.00

TOOLEY, KAMRYN 5,011.74

TOOLEY, MICHELLE 31,204.89

TOOLEY, PRESTON 1,250.00

TORGERSON, MARY 44,520.00

TWEET, TYLER 65,394.95

VAN KALSBEEK, BRODY 570

VAN OTTERLOO, ZACHARY 75

VANDE KOP, NOLAN 30

VANDER SCHAAF, AJAY 630

VANDER SCHAAF, KYLEN 555

VANDERSCHAAF, TRISTEN 1,900.00

VENESKY, NICHOLAS 44,132.93

VOGT, JESSIE L 92,406.14

WARD, JORY D 79,018.01

WILSON, RICHARD 50

WINGERT, TRAE 350

WINKEL, DIRK, JON 6,000.00

WINTER, OLIVIA 315

WOODBURY, SAYDA 1,964.31

YOCUM, JOSEPH 34,393.45

11.ADJOURNMENT:

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to Adjourn at 6:22pm. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

Mayor/Mayor Pro-Tem

Attest:

Danny Christoffers, City Clerk