HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-09-16-Regular MinutesThe September 16,1996 Waukee City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor
Donald L.Bailey,Jr.,with Toni Lestina taking minutes.
Roll Call.A roll call vote was taken and the following Council Members were present:Nick
Gruber,Robyn Heath,Monica Lihs,Dan Lugar,and Terry Strain.Absent:None.
Open Forum:
Jerry Husted -2783 W Avenue,representing James and Marilyn Husted -2791 W Avenue and
2787 W Avenue regarding a fence being built at 2789 W Avenue on James Husted's property.
The Husted's would like the fence removed they have talked to their neighbor and she continues
to built the fence on their property.No one has had the property lines surveyed.Huscher stated
that if the problem is property lines it would be a civil matter the City has no jurisdiction in this
matter.Can the builder of the fence use any material to construct this fence.This is not
addressed in the City Fence Ordinance.The Mayor stated that the fence ordinance should be
updated and defme which side of a privacy fence should be facing out and what materials can be
used on a fence.
The Mayor stated that the Police Chief can possibly help and for everyone in the area to keep
their cool.
Kurt stated he always suggest when someone is putting up a fence they should speak to their
neighbors and see if they would be interested in jointly building the fence.]Julie Backsen -455 Maple -would like the reconsider to be allowed to build a garage on their
property.They were turned down because of the C-l zorring of their property.lfyou have a
nonconforming use you cannot change any structure without going to the Board of Adjustment
Connnittee and apply for a variance.They have been living in the home for 4 years.They were
under the understanding that when they were ready they could build a garage on their property.
The apartments next to Julie's property is zoned R-3.Kurt suggested that Julie attend the
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on September 24th.Councihnan Lugar would like
the area looked at to see if it is even local for that area to be zoned C-l.The Backseu's would
like to replace the old garage with a 2 car garage.The old garage is currently falling down and
bring down the value of their property.The Mayor stated a possible resolution could get the
property rezoned.The rezoning process takes several months.
Agenda Additions -Agenda Approval.Motion by Councilman Gruber,seconded by
Councilman Strain to approve the agenda.The Mayor asked for a roll call vote:Ayes:Gruber,
Strain,Lihs,Heath,and Lugar.Nays:None.Motion carried 5 to O.
Consent Agenda -A)9/9/96 Council Minutes;and B)9/13/96 Salary and Bill Presentation -
$154,124.10.Motion by Councilman Gruber,seconded by Councilman Heath,to approve the
Consent Agenda.The Mayor asked for a roll call vote:Ayes:Gruber,Heath,Lihs,Strain,and
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Lugar.Nays:None.Motion carried 5 to O.
Bailey,Donald
Brenton State Bank
Breuer,Gregory A
DM Telco Community CD
DeZeeuw,David S
Evans,Robert G
Fetterman,Gregory S.
Ford,Elizabeth A.
Gruber,Mark L.
Gukeisen-Thielen,Lisa
Heath,Robyn R
Herrick,Robert D.
Hopper Kenneth E
Horkey,Robin R.
Jones,Harry N
Kammerer,Bryan
Lihs,Monica E.
Lestina,Toni
Lugar,Daniel W
Mack,Linda M.
McNamara,Terence P.
Murphy-Petersen,Devon
0lmemus,Valerie J
Phillips,Larry J.
Robinson,Clint
Royer,Tim
Rueckel,Kurt A
Sclnnitt,Mark
Strain,Terry L.
Tofteland,Joy E.
VanZee,Dianna
Weil,Hannah
Wesselmann,John C
White,Danny L
Wright,Brain ***TOTAL FOR BANK 10
218.43
5,663.01
975.56
200.00
733.00
833.25
265.18
654.75
50.79
17.68
46.17
735.32
799.46
761.61
374.63
352.62
46.17
640.77
46.17
659.23
678.74
129.36
191.49
1,089.58
60.03
786.30
1,155.68
60.00
46.17
586.65
616.74
36.01
1,143.03
691.93
678.97
22,024.48
Accountemps
AdMedLtd
Aggregate Equip &Supply
Bankers Trust Company
Sandy Downing
Drug Tests
8XI0 Form,3/4X24 Stake
Monthly P&I Deposit
652.80
25.00
540.90
33,743.00
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Bob Brown Chevrolet
Brenton State Bank
Brittain's Standard Parts
Capital Sanitary Supply
Copy Center
Farmer's Coop Elevator
Fisher Controls Inti,Inc
Fuller Standard Service
Gas Products Sales
Groebner &Associates Inc
Fastpro International Inc
Huscher,Paul E.
IA Dept of Commerce
Institute Public Affairs
IADA Services,Inc
Jerico Services,Inc
Kurtz,Leticia
LAWSON PRODUCTS,INC
Leydens &Associates,Inc
Linch Auto Parts
McNamara,Terence P.
NetWorks,Inc.
Sutherland Lumber
Trusco Manufacturing Co
US Postal Service
US Postal Service
Utility Consultants Inc
Utility Supply of America
VanZee,Dianna
WLI Industries
Waste Management ofIowa
Waukee Hardware &Variety
Waukee Mini Storage
Wesselmann,John C
Foster Coach Sales,Inc.
Hose ASM,Seal,Motor
Libary petty cash
Supplies
55 GI 38X58 LD Black
Fihn Processing
Fuel
Repair Kit,Cage,
Aug Fuel
Tee
Freight Inv #29090
Aspirin,antacid
Retainer for Sept
1st &2nd Qrt Assess
Council Goal Setting Ses Grant
MCI 08/14/96
Appl Chloride for Dust
Refund Deposit
Regency/Jobr Drill Kit
Hydro Test
Oil Filter
Park &Rec Assoc Confer
Setup Laptop
Shelter House
Paint Sprayer
Sept Newsletter
Water Mailing
American AL425 meter
Flexible Shut Off Rod
Pick up supplies
Barr W Ifl,Sand Bags
Residential Service Aug
Supplies
150.46
48.14
35.72
43.30
20.70
1,529.89
1,459.74
155.27
186.45
167.58
15.85
462.50
324.00
800.00
51.26
1,795.50
25.00
144.82
60.00
3.95
111.50
375.00
2,774.76
2,408.88
266.84
235.72
786.68
295.50
6.00
262.80
6,657.14
380.77
90.00
82.20
74,924.00
Research Cibola
I st Responder Unit
***GRAND TOTAL ***$132,099.62
High School Parade &Bonfire.The Homecoming Parade will be Thursday,October II th at
I :45 with street painting and a bonfire from 8:00pm to 9:00pm.Motion by Councilman Strain,
seconded by Councilwoman Heath to accept the Homecoming schedule.The Mayor asked for a
roll call vote:Ayes:Strain,Heath,Lihs,Lugar,and Gruber.Nays:None.Motion carried 5 to O.
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Setting Date for Beggar's Night.Motion by Councilman Gruber,seconded by Councilman
Lugar,to set Beggar's Night for Thursday,October 31st from 6:30pm.to 8:00pm.The Mayor
asked for a roll call vote:Ayes:Gruber,Lugar,Lihs,Strain,and Heath.Nays:None.Motion
carried 5 to O.
Ordinance Raising Monthly Garbage Fees.Add to the ordinance that the recycling bins are
property of the city and will need to be turned in to the city in a clean condition or be charged
$8.00 fee for the bin.
Motion by Councilwoman Lihs,seconded by Councilwoman Heath to have the ordinance read
for the 2nd time in title only.The Mayor asked for a roll call vote:Ayes:Lihs,Heath,Strain,
Gruber,and Lugar.Nays:None.Motion carried 5 to O.
Jim Phillips -wanted to know if the citizens were notified of this rate increase.Kurt stated it
was published in the Waukee Taukee.
Hanna Weil -stated Waste Management seems to be very sloppy,if they to drop or spill any of
the trash they will not pick any of the mess up.This matter will be addressed with Waste
Management.Waste Manage usually is very responsive with any problems the city has had when
brought to their attention.
NET com Agreement.The Mayor is strongly recommending that the City ask for 8 fibers in
their cable in trade for the easement.The City could possibly have their own cable programs.
The Mayor thought there would probably be at least 100 fibers in this cable.
Motion by Councilman Gruber,seconded by Councilman Lugar to make all changes to the
agreement and forward on to NETcom.The Mayor asked for a roll call vote:Ayes:Gruber,
Lugar,Lihs,Heath,and Strain.Nays:None.Motion carried 5 to O.
University Trunk Sewer -Area Included In Assessment.John Kursitis and Kurt Rueckel
briefly updated the Council.The Council directed Kurt to contact all the residents in the area
before any council action is taken.The best thing to do is eliminate a pumping station.
Councilman Gruber would like to set a deadline for the residents in the area to hookup or pay a
fee.Notices will go out to all residents in the area by the next meeting.
Mayor's Report.The Mayor attend the MidAmerica meeting in Boone;and Mayor Bailey,the
Fire Department and First Responders attended the Southfork parade on Sunday.
Matt Austin would like to scrap and paint the five building in the park.The city will have to
provide the paint.The work should be completed within the next 5 weeks.John Wesselmann
would like to take to the Parks Committee meeting and invite Matt Austin to attend the meeting.
Councilman Strain thought the Library might have some paint projects for Mr Austin to earn his
badge for eagle scout.Motion by Councilwoman Lihs,seconded by Councilman Gruber,to
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accept the Mayor's report.The Mayor asked for a voice vote.Motion carried.
)Administrator's Report.The Auditor's are here in full force.Don't forget next Monday to get
your act together for a strategy meeting.Motion by Councilman Gruber,seconded by
Councilwoman Lihs,to accept the Administrator's report.The Mayor asked for a roll call vote.
Motion carried.
Attorney's Report -
A)Annexation -Closed Session.Motion by Councilwoman Lihs,seconded by Councilwoman
Heath,to enter into closed session under section 21.51 (C)"To discuss strategy with Counsel in
matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would
be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation".
The Mayor asked for a roll call vote:Ayes:Lihs,Heath,Strain,Lugar,and Gruber.Nays:None.
Motion carried 5 to O.
The Council enter closed session at 8:52pm.
The Council came out of closed session at 9:25
Motion to adjourn at 9:26 PM by Councilman Gruber,seconded by Councilwoman Lihs.Upon
voice vote,the motion carried 5-0.
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Attest:
Kurt A.Rueckel,City Clerk
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