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Jesup City Hall
Meeting Minutes - 09.08.2008
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CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
Jesup City Council met in regular session on Monday, September 8, 2008, at 6:00 o’clock p.m.
Community Room of the Jesup Public Library, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa.
Mayor Jacob B. Spiegel called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led in the pledge of allegiance.
Members present: Bud Geweke, Richard Schaefer, Mike Joblinske and Darren Engbretson. Council
Member Dick Quackenbush entered at 6:05 p.m.
Absent: None.
Upon motion by Joblinske, seconded by Geweke it was;
RESOLVED: to approve the agenda and approve the consent agenda. 1. Accept the agenda. 2.
Accept the minutes of the August 4, 2008 city council meeting. 3. Accept the City Clerk/Treasurer
Reports and place on file. 4. Approve the claims as presented and give direction to process and pay. 5.
Accept all committee reports. 6. Approve transfer of liquor license for Legacy’s Sports II
A roll call vote was taken and the vote was,
AYES: Engbretson, Geweke, Joblinske, Schaefer, Quackenbush
NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor declared the consent agenda carried and that those items become a part of
the proceedings.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE AUGUST 4,
2008
Employee Payroll Farmer's State Bank
ACH Payroll 8-15-08
11,172.78
True North Companies, L.C.
Part emp. & city share health ins.
7,734.75
IPERS
Emp. & city share
1,914.68
Farmers State Bank-EFTPS
Employee FICA, SS, MED Taxes
3,783.16
Treasurer, State of Iowa
State withholding tax
566.00
Teamsters Local 238
Police Union Dues
34.50
Nationwide Retirement Solution
Deferred Comp. Plan- R. Deitrick
25.00
AFLAC
Employee Self-Insurance
218.72
City Laundering Company
City Emp. Share Uniforms-St,Wa,Ww
93.93
B & B Farm Store
Lawn Mower Repairs, filter, tires-Park
416.46
Buchanan County Auditor
Property Tax 713 Hawley Street - FD
526.00
Casey's
11.28 Gal. Unl - 45.00
45.00
ECIC
Honcho Plus, Spray Lagoons - Park, WW
644.10
Jesup Motor Supply
Nylon Ties-Park;-PD
7.81
Jesup Tire Repair
Lube, Oil, Filter - PD
29.65
Kwik Trip, Inc
1.942 Gal Unl, 489 Gal Unp, 54 Gal Dsl - ALL
2,011.80
Mid American
Farmers Day Electric - Park
171.82
Racom Corporation
Swivel mntg D-ring w/shoulder - PD
74.50
Schares Food Mart
Batteries, Trash Bags, Fire Mtg. PD,ST,FD
29.09
Secretary of State
Notary application - Trumbauer - FD
30.00
U S Cellular
Cell Phone Fees-FD, BLDG, PD, AMB, ST
285.32
Waste Management
July Recycling/Cardboard
1,724.80
Steinbron, Nancy
EMT Testing N. Steinbron, J. Patterson -Amb
140.00
Jesup Postmaster
Postage September 1 Water bills
236.68
Accounts Payable
ACH Payroll 9-01-08
14,870.65
Laura M. Becker
Payroll - LIB
694.53
Cally E. Bengston
Payroll - LIB
241.04
Jacob B. Spiegel
Payroll - Mayor - CH
282.07
True North Companies, L.C.
Part emp. & City Share Health Ins.
859.43
IPERS
Emp. & city share
2,257.33
Farmers State Bank-EFTPS
Fed/Fica tax
4,603.07
Treasurer, State of Iowa
State withholding tax
663.00
AFLAC
Employee Self-Insurance
218.57
Teamsters Local 238
Police Union Dues
34.50
Nationwide Retirement Solution
Deferred Comp. Plan- R. Deitrick
25.00
City Laundering Company
City Emp. Share Uniforms-St,Wa,Ww
93.93
Jesup Postmaster
Bulk Mailing City Hall Bldg. Flyer -CH
216.00
Jesup Postmaster
Bulk Mailing City Hall Bldg. Flyer -CH
162.24
CLAIMS PRESENTED FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2008:
ADVANCED SYSTEMS
COPIER CONTRACT -CH
120.35
AHLERS & COONEY LAW FIRM
ATTORNEY'S FEES BONDING REF.-CH
4,097.51
BAKER & TAYLOR
LIBRARY BOOKS
136.28
B&B FARMSTORE
RED KNOB - PARK
1.98
BATTERY ZONE
7.5V REPLACEMENT BATTERY-PD
55.13
BOOK LOOK
LIBRARY BOOKS
450.49
BROWN SUPPLY
MISC WA, WW PARTS, MANHOLE-WA,WW
1,050.15
BUCHANAN COUNTY RECORDER
DOUBEK FILING FEE - CH
12.00
CARD SERVICE CENTER
BOOKS, DVD'S - LIB
105.65
CARD SERVICE CENTER
IOWA LEAGUE CONFERENCE-CH
175.00
CITIZENS HERALD
PUB. ORD.#501,502,SUB. RENEWAL-CH
630.32
CONSOLIDATED ENERGY
55 GAL 15W40 OIL-ST
521.40
CONSUMERS CHOICE POS, INC
RIBBONS FOR RECEIPT PRINTER - LIB
58.00
COVENANT MEDICAL CENTER
MUTUAL AID - AMB
859.06
DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP
WATER, COUPLERS,CABLE METERS-WA
3,913.97
DEITRICK, RICHARD
REIMB 482 MI STATE FAIR UNIF ALLOW-
PD
731.97
DELEGARDELLE, DAN
RETURN WA DEPOSIT - DELEGARDELLE
125.00
DELEGARDELLE PLUMBING & HEATING
RE ROUTE OLD WATER SERVICE - CH
301.38
DEMCO
COVERS,LABELS, BOOK PLATES-LIB
93.20
D&S PORTABLES
MONTLY RENT 7 UNITS - PARK
436.80
DUNKERTON CO-OP
DUST APPLICATION N. STREET - ST
726.88
EARTH TECH
ENGINEERING FEES
8,910.26
ED ROEHR SAFETY PRODUCTS
DIGITAL POWER MAG, AIR CARTRIDGE-FD
89.26
ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA, INC
LIB BOOKS - LIB
454.95
FARMER'S MUTUAL
PHONE SYSTEM, TELEPHONE - ALL
547.44
GARDNER ARCHITECTURE
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES - CH
800.00
GRAND HARBOR RESORT & WATERPARK
LODGING IA SAFETY SUMMIT - PD
78.40
HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT
400 LBS. OZONE 15,512 LBS. HYDRO. ACID
561.40
INRCOG
JULY '08 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
1,085.00
IOWA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
2 REGISTRATION/MEALS ILA CONF-LIB
274.00
IOWA ONE CALL
LOCATE FAXES - WA
62.10
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
SUDAS MANUAL - BLDG
40.00
JESUP COMMUNITY SCHOOL
SCHOOL YEARBOOK-LIB
44.00
JESUP LAND IMPROVEMENT
REPAIR WATERWAY/LEVEL SITE - WA
2,925.00
JESUP POSTMASTER
STAMPS-ALL POSTCARD STAMPS-FD
146.37
JESUP TIRE & REPAIR
REPAIR FLAT - WA
14.96
JONES, MERRITT
REIMB. LIGHT BULBS - PARK
11.95
KEYSTONE
LAB TESTING - WA, WW
1,546.10
LEE'S TOWING
REPLACE 2 REGULATORS - FD
279.09
LELLIG, CYNTHIA
REIMB. DVDS, GIFT CARD SUM READ-LIB
32.10
L.L. PELLING
29.38T PREMIX - ST
2,685.35
MICROMARKETING
LIBRARY BOOKS
98.46
MIDAMERICAN ENERGY
ELECTRIC/GAS-ALL
5,740.97
MILLER, ANITA
RETURN WA DEPOSIT - MILLER
125.00
MONKEYTOWN
CALCULATOR PAPER, 1 BOX PAPER-LIB
70.98
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELER
RENEW SUBSCRIPTION - LIB
29.95
OFFICE OF VEHICLE SERVICES
SALVAGE THEFT EXAM CERTIFICATE-PD
20.00
NORBY'S FARM FLEET
MURPHY'S SOAP, TIRE VALVES-ST
23.34
PAUL NIEMANN CONSTRUCTION
65T 3/4" ROCK - ST
457.72
PCC-PHYSICIAN'S CLAIMS COMPANY
ELECTRONIC CLAIMS FEES-AMB
317.47
PENWORTHY
LIBRARY BOOKS
242.04
PETERSON TRUSTWORTHY
KEYS,TARP,STRAPS,ELEC SUPP.,NOZ
151.41
PETTY CASH-CINDY LELLIG
REPLENISH POSTAGE-LIB
72.33
PETTY CASH-LINDA BUNNELL
REPLENISH POSTAGE, CH,FD,AMB
20.03
PINICON FORD
CHECK EXHAUST RATTLE - PD
31.90
PRARIE ROAD BUILDERS
08 LATE SEAL COAT, BASE REPAIR
54,586.97
PREMIER TECHNOLOGY
CANNON INKJET PRINTER - LIB
72.00
PRIMROSE
REPAIR WA LEAK 6TH, INSTALL LENOX AIR
COND - WA
1,476.80
PRINT EXPRESS
BUSINESS CARDS,CONST PERMITS,
INFORM. MTG. FLYERS - FD, BLDG
649.59
READERS DIGEST
RENEW SUBSCRIPTION - LIB
29.98
RITE PRICE OFFICE SUPPLY
CASE PAPER, BOX HIGHLIGHTERS-LIB
42.94
SCHARES FOOD MART
TRASH BAGS - LIB
11.12
SHEA, MERLE
REIMBURSE CLEANING SUPP.-CH,LIB,PD
55.22
SPAHN & ROSE
SHELVES, LUMBER -FD,ST
105.60
ST. LUKE'S DRUG TESTING
D.O.T. DRUG SCREENING -
36.00
STEINBRON, BECKY
AMBULANCE MILEAGE STIPEND
2,050.00
SUPERIOR WELDING
OXYGEN - AMB
95.75
THOMAS JAMES
AUG '08 GARBAGE - PD, CH, ST
40.00
TITAN MACHINERY
WHEEL, EDGE - ST
504.26
TREASURER STATE OF IA, DEPT REV&FIN
AUGUST SALES TAX
1,082.00
TRI COUNTY HEAD START
UTILITIES - CH
150.18
USA BLUEBOOK
3/4 METER RESETTER, JACKET, IDLER,
TEST EQUIPMENT - WA
360.35
WASTE MANAGEMENT
AUGUST RECYCLING
1,673.86
TOTAL
105,614.47
The Mayor proclaimed trick or treating night for Halloween to be Friday, October 31, 2008, from
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
POLICE
The monthly report was noted. There was a question about the vandalism at the Country Club
concerning whether the Jesup Police Department was dispatched first or if the county was.
Council Member Joblinske introduced an Ordinance Establishing Permits and Fees for Use of
Recycling Containers, and moved that the same be adopted. Council Member Quackenbush seconded the
motion to adopt. The roll was called and the vote was,
AYES: Quackenbush, Joblinske, Geweke
NAYS: Schaefer, Engbretson
Council Member Joblinske moved that the statutory rule requiring said Ordinance to be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council Meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to finally
be passed be suspended. Geweke seconded, and the roll was called.
AYES: Geweke, Quackenbush, Joblinske
NAYS: Engbretson, Schaefer
The Mayor declared the first reading passed.
Council Member Engbretson introduced an Ordinance Prohibiting “U” Turns at the Intersection of
Sixth and North Street, and moved that the same be adopted. Council Member Quackenbush seconded the
motion to adopt. The roll was called and the vote was,
AYES: Quackenbush, Geweke, Engbretson
NAYS: Schaefer, Joblinske
Council Member Quackenbush moved that the statutory rule requiring said Ordinance to be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council Meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to finally
be passed be suspended. Engbretson seconded, and the roll was called.
AYES: Engbretson, Geweke, Quackenbush
NAYS: Joblinske, Schaefer
The Mayor declared the first reading passed.
FIRE
The monthly report was not available. The fire committee did not have time to meet with the new
Fire Chief.
AMBULANCE
The monthly report was noted.
LIBRARY
The monthly report was noted.
BUILDING/ZONING
The monthly report was noted. The lot for the Habitat for Humanity House has been cleared.
Council Member Quackenbush introduced a Resolution authorizing the Iowa Northland Regional
Council of Governments (INRCOG) to proceed with a Housing Rehabilitation Grant application,
Engbretson seconded and the roll was called.
AYES: Joblinske, Geweke, Engbretson, Schaefer, Quackenbush
NAYS: None.
The Mayor declared the Resolution passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-17
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF JESUP, IOWA
AUTHORIZING THE IOWA NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL OF
GOVERNMENTS (INRCOG) TO PROCEED WITH A HOUSING
REHABILITATION GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CITY OF JESUP
Council Member Quackenbush introduced an amended Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a
memorandum of understanding with the Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments for the
General Administration of the Housing Fund Contract with the Iowa Department of Economic
Development, Schaefer seconded and the roll was called.
AYES: Geweke, Schaefer, Quackenbush, Joblinske, Engbretson
NAYS: None.
The Mayor declared the Resolution passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-18
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF JESUP, IOWA,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE IOWA NORTHLAND REGIONAL
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (INRCOG) FOR THE GENERAL
ADMINISTRATION OF THE HOUSING FUND CONTRACT WITH THE
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STREET
The monthly report was noted. The City Attorney was asked about the status of the Stevens Street
Extension negotiations. There were also questions about the repairs on the generator.
Council Member Quackenbush introduced a Resolution approving payment for the Young Street
Sidewalk and Lighting Project, Joblinske seconded and the roll was called.
AYES: Schaefer, Engbretson, Geweke, Quackenbush, Joblinske
NAYS: None.
The Mayor declared the Resolution passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-19
RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYMENT FOR YOUNG STREET
SIDEWALK AND LIGHTING PROJECT
Council Member Quackenbush introduced a Resolution approving payment for the South Street
Culvert Project, Schaefer seconded and the roll was called.
AYES: Quackenbush, Joblinske, Engbretson, Geweke, Schaefer
NAYS: None.
The Mayor declared the Resolution passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-20
RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYMENT FOR SOUTH STREET
CULVERT PROJECT
WATER/WASTEWATER
The monthly report was noted.
ADMINISTRATION
Council Member Joblinske introduced a Resolution approving the official financial report to the
Iowa Department of Transportation for the fiscal year 2007-2008. Geweke seconded and the roll was
called.
AYES: Engbretson, Joblinske, Geweke, Quackenbush, Schaefer
NAYS: None
The Mayor declared the Resolution passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-20
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE OFFICIAL FINANCIAL REPORT TO
THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008
Upon motion by Joblinske seconded, Geweke by it was;
RESOLVED: to approve the City Clerk and the Deputy Clerk attend IMFOA October 15, 16, and
17 in Des Moines.
All voted aye and the motion carried
Upon motion by Quackenbush, seconded by Joblinske it was;
RESOLVED: to approve of the mortgage release for Barbara Doubek.
All voted aye and the motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS
None.
ORDINANCES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
There was a question about the job description for public works position.
NEW BUSINESS
Council Member Quackenbush would like to check into certifying TIF debt in December.
Council Member Schaefer handed out information from the meeting he attended in West Union. The
Mayor asked if there were any objections to purchasing some form of a plastic sleeve for the pavilions in
the park to mark them as reserved.
COMMUNICATIONS
Thank you from Monica and Terry Bengston families was read.
CITIZEN INPUT
Julie Verslisus was present to discuss the deck she began working on over the weekend. She was
unaware that she needed a building permit to build the structure and was asked what procedures she could
take to keep the structure the size that is currently is and not have to rebuild it. The deck will not extend
any further than other structures on the street. The Building Inspector allowed her to keep most of the
structure but informed her that it needed to be shortened by four feet. The Council recommended she
request a variance at the next Board of Adjustment meeting.
Upon motion by Quackenbush seconded by Engbretson it was;
RESOLVED: to adjourn the meeting.
All voted aye, the motion carried.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 6:28 p.m.
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J. B. Spiegel
Mayor
Attest:
______________________________
Linda Bunnell
City Clerk/Treasurer
RECEIPTS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST
GENERAL 26,304.82
ROAD USE TAX 15,712.36
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 150.00
EMERGENCY PLANNING 55.06
LOCAL OPTION 15,662.90
T.I.F. 672.48
HOUSING REHAB PROGRAM .00
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 116.95
DEBT SERVICE 125.03
WEST INDUSTRIAL SITE .00
PHASE IV SANITARY SEWER .00
LIBRARY/PARK ROOF .00
SOUTH STREET WATER MAIN LOOP .00
3RD STREET DRAINAGE .00
YOUNG ST. & SOUTH ST PROJECTS .00
WATER UTILITY 16,166.50
SEWER UTILITY 24,603.26
PROPRIETARY FUND 1,495.61
TOTAL 101,064.97
EXPENDITURES FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST
GENERAL 62,641.04
ROAD USE TAX 38,605.00
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT 9,651.80
EMERGENCY PLANNING .00
LOCAL OPTION SALES .00
T.I.F. .00
HOUSING REHAB .00
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT .00
DEBT SERVICE .00
WEST INDUSTRIAL SITE .00
PHASE IV SANITARY SEWER .00
GOLD MEDALLION .00
LIBRARY/PARK ROOF TOTAL .00
SOUTH STREET WATER MAIN LOOP .00
3RD STREET DRAINAGE 17,141.53
YOUNG ST & SOUTH ST PROJECTS 1,712.67
WATER UTILITY 18,358.47
SEWER UTILITY 11,187.48
PROPRIETARY 1,505.00
TOTAL 160,802.99
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