Wall Lake, Iowa January 24, 2011
Wall Lake City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in council chambers, presided by Mayor
Steven Druivenga.
Councilmen present: Ray Boeckman, Rob Germann, John Morrow, Daryl Potthoff and Francis Riedell
Visitors: Jerry Lapel, Mary Linda Mack, Theresa Bedel, Jodi Grote, Mark Determann, Rick Hoppe, Bob
Mead, Barb Goodner, Robyn Corbin, Larry Chapman, Ted Heuvelman, Nancy Rowedder, Lindsey King,
Curtis Bloes
Potthoff moved to approve the agenda as printed, seconded by Riedell. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Riedell moved to approve the January 10, 2011 minutes as printed, seconded by Boeckman. Ayes: All,
motion carried.
Germann moved to pay the bills, seconded by Morrow. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Michelle Bahr made council aware that Matt with Andrews Security will be on site Tuesday, January 25,
2011.
Determann updated the council on the eastern mainline project. He explained that he would be
receiving a hard copy proposal from North Central Line Service once they return to the area. Mark will
follow up with the council once he gets a firm proposal.
Determann gave his thoughts on the replacement/repair of the grinder pumps for Western Iowa Energy.
He asked council for their feedback. A discussion was held in regards to replacement/repair as well as
other options the city might have. Council asked Mark and Rick to look in to alternatives and bring them
before the council. Morrow motioned to give Determann approval to repair the grinder pump for
$946.00, seconded by Riedell. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Druivenga made the council aware that Lake View was enquiring as to the decision of the council
regarding future police service. Boeckman voiced questions on the Sheriff’s proposal and asked for
verification. Druivenga will follow-up and give the council a report. Discussion tabled until a later date.
Riedell briefly gave a review of the proposed job description for the cemetery mowing contract.
Questions on insurance coverage will be researched and answers brought to council by Bahr.
Bahr spoke briefly on her conversation with Dawn Potthoff with Band Midwest regarding credit card
options. Morrow motioned to approve the issue of credit cards for Druivenga, Determann and Hoppe
with no cash access and a one thousand dollar monthly limit and a five hundred dollar transaction limit,
seconded by Potthoff. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Druivenga asked for RSVP’s for Northwest Iowa League of Cities Meeting.
Bahr provided council with a letter from ICAP, Iowa Communities Assurance Pool, regarding hail damage loss payments.
The council decided to continue advertising for the city clerk position with a deadline date of February
18, 2011. Interviews will be scheduled after that time.
Determann gave a brief discussion regarding accuracy of the aging meters currently in use. Larry
Chapman with Chapman Metering proposed a testing, repair and replacement program. They will come
to Wall Lake test the meters on site verify their accuracy, calibrate ones that can be repaired and replace
the rest. Morrow moved to approve the proposal from Chapman Metering to test electric meters
throughout the city, seconded by Riedell. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Bob Mead from MEAN, Municipal Energy Agency of Nebraska, gave a brief review on his observations of
the electric infrastructure. He strongly recommended the city upgrade the electrical system. Suggesting
the city put out a RFP, request for proposal, and contact with a reputable engineer to come in and
determine the feasibility of such a project.
Committee appointments were done for the upcoming year:
Mayor Pro Tem: Ray Boeckman
Community Center/Fitness Center: Rob Germann
Review Bill Paying: Francis Riedell
MEAN Electric Representative: Ray Boeckman and Mark Determann
Cemetery Sexton: Daryl Potthoff and John Morrow
Pool committee: Steven Druivenga and Advisor John Morrow
Park Renovation Board: Dawn Potthoff
Economic Development Committee: Orlin Steinkamp, Ray Boeckman and John Morrow
EMA Representative: Francis Riedell, Steven Druivenga
Sac County Landfill Representative: Steven Druivenga.
Employee wages were discussed. Germann Motioned to approve raises for the city employees as
follows,
Rick Hoppe to be named Superintendant raise to $18.00,
Daryl Lamaak to $15.50,
Mark Determann to $21.85,
Michelle Bahr to $13.25,
Robyn Corbin changed to an annual salary of $15,000.00 per year,
seconded by Morrow. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Lapel asked the council if there was space at the hanger he could rent. Hoppe will look into the
availability of space.
Morrow voiced his concerns regarding the TIF program and its viability. He asked the council to verify
the funds transfer to the TIF committee. Boeckman expressed his concerns in regards to the use of the funds and the accountability of such. Boeckman would like to see the funds used for debt service.
Council recommended Boeckman take the request to the TIF committee.
Morrow moved to adjourn, seconded by Riedell. Ayes: All, motion carried.
Steve Druivenga, Mayor
Attest:
Michelle Bahr
Office Assistant
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