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Minutes of the July 5, 2011 Early City Council Meeting

Minutes of the July 5, 2011 Early City Council Meeting

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Minutes of the June 27, 2011 Wall Lake City Council Meeting

Minutes of the June 27, 2011Wall Lake City Council Meeting

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Sac County Small Claims Court – June 28, 2011 and July 4, 2011

Sac County Small Claims Court – June 28, 2011 and July 4, 2011

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Minutes of the July 5, 2011 special session of the Wall Lake City Council

Wall Lake, Iowa July 5, 2011

Wall Lake City Council met in special session at 12:30 p.m. in council chambers, presided by Mayor Steve Druivenga.

Councilmen present: Francis Riedell, Rob Germann, Daryl Potthoff, and Ray Boeckman. Absent: John Morrow.

Riedell moved to approve the printed agenda, seconded by Potthoff. Ayes: All, motion carried.

Discussion was held concerning the Pool Bath House bids. The City received only one bid and council discussed the soliciting of more bids. Germann suggested Jamie put the time and effort into turning in a bid when no one else did. Mayor Druivenga suggested if the bid was not accepted and more were solicited, JDS Construction could feel cheated and want to resubmit. It was also discussed that the bid is much higher than the original budget from the committee. The reason for the overage is because a cement slab and sidewalk were added and the block walls will be reinforced to ensure durability. Germann moved to approve JDS Construction’s bid of $95,392, seconded by Riedell. Ayes: All, motion carried.

Also discussed at this time was the pool boiler and how to pay for the extra cost of the building. The boiler is ordered and will be in as soon as it gets here. Germann suggested we have a Pool House Fund Raiser at some point before the fall season. No action was taken on the pool boiler or the fund raiser for the pool house.

Potthoff moved to adjourn, seconded by Riedell. Ayes: All, motion carried.

Steve Druivenga, Mayor

Attest:
Chris Rodman
City Clerk


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July 11, 2011 Auburn City Council Agenda

TENTATIVE AGENDA
CITY OF AUBURN
MONTHLY COUNCIL MEETING—July 11, 2011
COUNCIL ROOM-City Hall-- 6:00 p.m.
Meeting is Open to the Public



1. Open and Roll Call
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Approval of the Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of the June 13, 2011 Council meeting
b. Treasurer’s Report, Monthly Financial Report
c. Claims and Payroll
d. Sheriff’s Reports

Action Items
4. Consider Street Repair proposal- Dave Sturm, Snyder & Associates
5. Energy Efficiency-
Rebate Program Request(s)
EECBG Grant Update
Consider Change a Light Participation
6. Power Supply Contract- future direction
7. Consider People hauler sale
8. Review current Mowing Ordinance
9. Treasurer’s Annual Report

10. Public Forum This is an opportunity for any citizen to come forward and discuss any item that is not listed on the Agenda. Please limit comment to no more than 5 minutes


11. Discussion Items and Reports

Public Works
City Clerk. SETD, SCEF, IAMWind
IA League Conference Attendance
Sac Co. Solid Waste Board
Sac Co. Emergency Management Board
125th Celebration Committee
Fire Department
Recreation Committee
Library Board
Historical Committee
Sheriff Department
Mayor and Council

14.) Adjourn- Next Council Meeting will be August 8, 2011 at 6:00 PM in City Hall.


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July 11, 2011 Sac City Council Meeting Agenda

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA

Monday, July 11, 2011, 6:30 o’clock p.m., Council Chambers, Sac City Municipal Utility Building.

I. Roll Call/Call to Order.

II. Consent of Agenda.

A. Approval of Agenda.

B. Approval of the Minutes of the June 27, 2011 Council Meeting.

C. Claims.

III. Projects.

A. Wastewater Treatment Plant Project.

1. Consideration of Approving Draw Down #18 of CDBG Funds in the Amount of $13,054.00.

2. Consideration of Approving Draw Down #17 of SRF Loan Money in the Amount of $120,742.39.

3. Consideration of Approving Region XII’s Bill in the Amount of $1,549.00.

4. Consideration of Approving Snyder & Associates’ Bill in the Amount of $10,488.50.

5. Consideration of Approving Eriksen Construction’s Bill in the Amount of $121,758.89.

B. Housing Rehabilitation Program.

1. Consideration of Approving Draw Down #12 of CDBG Funds in the Amount of $3,646.00.

2. Consideration of Approving Region XII’s Bill in the Amount of $3,646.00.

3. Consideration of Approving Region XII’s Bill in the Amount of $2,346.00.

4. Consideration of Approving City’s Portion in the Amount of $2,346.00.

IV. Citizens Opportunity to Address the Council on Items Not on the Agenda.

V. Licenses and Permits.

A. Renewal for Denise Lake dba/ Giftique Class “B” Native Wine Permit with Living Quarters
and Sunday Sales.

VI. Miscellaneous.

A. Consideration of Advertising for a Water Treatment Plant Superintendent.

B. Consideration of City Administrator Agreement.

C. Discussion on Chapter 149, Property Maintenance Code.

D. Discussion on IMWCA Annual Safety and Loss Control Audit.

E. Consideration of Reappointing Gwen Martin & Angela Johnston to the Library Board.

F. Update on Selection of an Engineering Firm for the Street Improvement Project.

G. Discussion on Proposed State Legislation Pertaining to Cities.

VII. Public Input on Solid Waste Matters.

VIII. Council Forum.

IX. Adjournment. Motion: ___________________ Second: _______________ Time: ___________


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Lytton Man Accused of Operating Vehicle Without Owner's Consent on June 18, 2011

Lytton Man Accused of Operating Vehicle Without Owners Consent on June 18, 2011

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How is your home's paint job these days?

According to information in a document obtained via Freedom of information Act from the City of Sac City, Iowa, Sac City Councilor, Nick Frohardt will initiate a discussion at the July 11, 2011 Sac City Council meeting in which he will ask that Sac City's maintenance laws begin to be enforced.

Sac City maintenance laws which cover items not covered in Sac City's nuisance laws. These laws fall into the jurisdiction of the council and are not examined or acted upon by the Planning and Zoning board.

Sac City's maintenance laws are rarely enforced at this time.

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Sac City Art Council not into Iowa Open Meeting law compliance?

TSN will begin taking a closer look at the people on this board at the next meeting scheduled for July 20, 2011 to see if that is the case.

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Police say hammer wielding assailant knocked out by minor in Lake View, Iowa

Police Say $60 Loan Ended in Fight

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Lytton Man Accused of Operating Vehicle Without Owner's Consent on June 13,2011

Lytton Man Accused of Operating Vehicle Without Owners Consent on June 13,2011
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Lakeside Bookworm reviews Glacier Bay Restaurant in Lake View, Iowa

"Lake View's newest restaurant/bar finally opened for business recently. Pictured here is a view from the outside seating area where one can easily see Blackhawk Lake. The inside is decorated with..."

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Phillips: Highway 20 widening complete by 2018



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Passed Away - Rick W. Jeckell

Rick W. Jeckell
December 12, 1952 - July 02, 2011
Schaller, Iowa

Visitation: 11:00 a.m. -- 2:00 p.m. July 05, 2011 at United Methodist Church in Schaller, Iowa
Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. July 05, 2011 at United Methodist Church in Schaller, Iowa
Interment: July 05, 2011 at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Schaller, Iowa

Rick Jeckell, age 58, of Schaller, Iowa died July 2, 2011 at the Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.
Rick William Jeckell was born December 12, 1952 in Sac City, Iowa the son of Raymond and Vivian (Weber) Jeckell- Keuhn. As an infant, he was baptized at the United Methodist Church in Early, Iowa where he was later confirmed in 1965.

Growing up, Rick attended grade school at Crestland and graduated from Crestland High School in 1972.

On June 24, 1995, Rick was united in marriage to Tammy Sackett in Schaller, Iowa. Together, they were blessed with three children: Thad, Jesse and Daniel.

Rick treasured spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. He was an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and also the Ridgeview Raptors where he loved watching his son, Daniel’s sporting events. He also enjoyed going to this granddaughters dance recitals. Rick took great pride in building his business of gravel trailers and was a very hard worker. In his spare time, he enjoyed going golfing, fishing and camping. Rick loved his family and friends and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Tammy (Sackett) Jeckell of Schaller, Iowa; children: Thad (Ambia) Jeckell of Santa Barbara, California; Jesse (Shawn) Wiese of Sioux City, Iowa; Daniel Jeckell of Schaller, Iowa; grandchildren: Kylie, Alexa, and Carter Wiese of Sioux City, Iowa; Tristin Jeckell of Santa Barbara, California; brother, Tom (Kathie) Jeckell of Lodi, Wisconsin; sisters: Renee (Ellis) Shipley of Milan, Missouri; Michele (Jeff Butler) Smith of Milan Missouri; stepfather, Guy Keuhn of Trenton, Missouri; extended family and many friends.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Vivian Jeckell; infant brother, Tim Jeckell; and infant granddaughter, Karlie Wiese.

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Passed Away - William "Bill" Buehler

William "Bill" Buehler
October 26, 1928 - July 01, 2011
Storm Lake, Iowa

Memorial Service: 10:30 a.m. July 07, 2011 at United Methodist Church in Storm Lake, Iowa
William (Bill) Buehler, age 82, died Friday, July 1, 2011 after a brief illness.
William (Bill) Buehler was born October 26, 1928 to Vernon and Inez (Collenbaugh) Buehler in Odebolt, Iowa. He moved to Schaller at a very early age and grew up on the home farm northwest of Schaller.

Bill attended Eureka #5 Country School and graduated Schaller High School in 1946. Following high school graduation, Bill attended Iowa State College for two years. Bill always said he learned many lessons from his fellow roommates who were veterans of World War II.

In 1950, Bill entered the United States Army as a Selectee and served in Korea. Bill was honorably discharged in August of 1952.

Bill married his wife, Flo, in June of 1953. They moved to a farm southwest of Storm Lake and lived there for 58 years. Bill began farming and driving school bus for Hayes Consolidated as well as working at Anderson Brass.

In 1966 he joined International Harvester with a dealership in Schaller and continued for the next 29 years. He enjoyed all of his customers in the implement business.

Bill was an active member of the Schaller community and was the first president of the Schaller Lions and served as treasurer for many years. He was a faithful board member of Faith, Hope, and Charity and the FHC Foundation. Bill was a member of the Schaller Chamber of Commerce and Alta VFW. Even after his retirement, he helped with many Popcorn Days celebrations.

Bill had many interest and hobbies. Among his interests included: scuba diving, oil painting, woodworking, and mechanical repair. Bill had the privilege of diving in the South Pacific, Caribbean, Hawaii, Sea of Cortez, and the Great Barrier Reef.

We celebrate his life and gratefully thank him for his cheerful, kind, and loving manner that he shared with his family and friends.

Left to mourn his memory are his wife of 58 years, Flo; brother, Dale (Karen) Buehler of West Des Moines, Iowa; sisters: Marge Friedrichsen of Schaller, Iowa; Mary (Melvin) Walton of Hutchinson, Kansas; and Florence Desmond of Ponoma, California; brother-in-law, Lowell Green of Manson, Iowa; several nieces; nephews; extended family; neighbors; former customers; and a host of friends.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Vern and Inez Buehler; parents-in-law, John and Thelma Green; brother-in-law, Don Friedrichsen; sister-in-law, Janice Green; and nephew, Lee Powers.

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Passed Away - Ruth Rehm

Ruth Rehm
July 16, 1925 - July 05, 2011
Wall Lake, IA

Memorial Service: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, July 09, 2011 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Wall Lake, IA
Visitation: 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. Friday, July 08, 2011 at Farber & Otteman Funeral Home, Wall Lake, IA
Vigil Service: 7:00 P.M. Friday, July 08, 2011 at Farber & Otteman Funeral Home, Wall Lake, IA
Interment: July 09, 2011 at Wall Lake Cemetery, Wall Lake, IA

Ruth Rehm, age 85, of Wall Lake, IA, passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2011, at Loring Hospital in Sac City.

Ruth Margaret Monroe was born July 16, 1925, to Oren and Elsie (Landis) Monroe in Eldora, IA. She attended school in Lake View, graduating from Lake View High School. Following graduation, she worked at the Raft Packing Company in Waterloo. Then after two years, she moved to Rockwell City to work on the rations board and at the Rockwell City Bank.

On December 28, 1946, she was united in marriage to Joseph Eugene Rehm in Sac City. To this union seven children were born: Connie, Bob, Rich, Mary Ann, Tom, Donnie, and Deb. After Ruth and Joseph were married, they resided in the Rockwell City/Auburn/Sac City area and lived there for many years. Ruth and Joe moved to Wall Lake in the late 1980’s and Ruth has remained there until her passing.

Ruth took great pride in caring for her children and making a home for her family. She loved playing cards, reading, and trips to Las Vegas. She enjoyed time spent with her card group and coffee group. Most of all she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Ruth was very proud to become a great-grandmother. She will be remembered for her “Angel Food cake”, but most of all being a loving and selfless wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Ruth was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and the St. Joseph’s Guild.

Those left to cherish her memory include her children: Connie (Denny) Ludwig of Carroll, IA, Rich (Carolyn) Rehm of Urbandale, IA, Tom (Marcy) Rehm of Sac City, IA, Donnie (Shelley) Rehm of Sac City, IA and Deb (Steve) McEachron of Des Moines, IA; 12 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; sister-in-laws: Joy Rehm Webster of Early, IA and Margaret Ann Rehm Briscoe of Kansas City, KS; brother-in-law: Ed (Mairlys) Rehm of Sac City, IA; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Rehm; parents Oren and Elsie Monroe; son Bob; and a daughter in infancy Mary Ann.

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Minutes of the June 27, 2011 WLVA School Board Meeting

Minutes of the June 27, 2011 WLVA School Board Meeting

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Minutes of the June 27, 2011 East Sac County School Board Meeting

Minutes of the June 27, 2011 East Sac County School Board Meeing


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#eastsac softball team to face Estherville Lincoln Central Monday

"ELC (21-11) advances to the Region 2 semifinal against East Sac County, who defeated Sioux Central 7-2 on Friday. East Sac County and ELC will play at 7 p.m. in Emmetsburg on..."


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DOT officials voice support for U.S. 20

"SIOUX CITY - A pair of top state transportation officials pledged their support for completing U.S. Highway 20 as a four-lane route on Friday, despite the potential for a steep drop in road money from the..."

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Shirley Phillips of Sac City, Iowa delivered a bracing reality... #shirleyphillips

"SIOUX CITY -- Amid discussion on the status of widening U.S. Highway 20 to four lanes in western Iowa and whether government funds will be sufficient to pay for the project..."

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July 18, 2011 East Sac County School Board Agenda

July 18, 2011 East Sac County School Board Agenda

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2011-2012 Sac City Employee Wages

2011-2012 Sac City Employee Wages

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Just The Facts: Ag's contribution to Sac County, Iowa

All kinds of information about Sac County, Iowa comes through TSN filters. The data at this link isn't really news, but is very informative, and worthy of sharing. It tells the story of what agriculture contributes to Sac County's economy.


http://www.supportiowasfarmers.com/cntydocs/sac.pdf



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Sac County Traffic Charges Disposed Between June 28, 2011 and July 4, 2011

Sac County Traffic Charges Disposed Between June 28, 2011 and July 4, 2011

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Lake View City Council grants Hott's Mini-Donuts a space by the lake

LAKE VIEW, IOWA - JULY 5, 2011
If you attended this weekend’s a monstrously successful Brasher/Bogue concert at the stone pier in Lake View Iowa, odds are good that you bought a treat from Hott’s Mini-Donuts

Some members of the Lake View city council were initially reluctant to allow Mr. Hott to utilize that spot for selling his food this weekend. On July fourth weekend Ron Hotts, the owner of Hott’s Mini-Donuts purchased a Four day transient permit at a cost of $100 from the City of Lake View. He must have done well enough because he was back again this weekend to buy another transient license, but this time he want to get down closer to the lake and be allowed to hook up to 220 power.

Councilor Tony Foval-North was initially concerned with Mr. Hotts plan to set up near the concert because the burger and soda that the community club sells at that concert are “a big part of the budget”. Councilor Whitey Steinkamp expressed similar concerns and also asked about the vendor possibly causing problems for the band by drawing power away from them during the concert.

Hott who works full time for Tyson Foods in Storm Lake, Iowa, is a retired deputy sheriff who was born and raised in Storm Lake. Six years ago Hotts contacted a Mini-Donuts vendor to come work a community event he was helping to organize. When he called the lady who helped run the Mini-Donuts vending truck he was informed that she and her husband just divorced and that the vending truck was for sale if he want it.

One thing led to another, and three weeks later he owned it.

At the July 5, 2011 Lake View city council meeting Hott seemed particularly interested in getting down to Lake View because of the number of people he anticipated showing up over the weekend. Hotts indicated that he intends to come to town five are six times a year.

Mayor Westergaard initially wondered aloud which permanent businesses Hotts Mini-Donuts would be competing with. The seemingly obvious answer is local restaurants, but Hotts made the argument that in the past restaurants have actually hired him because the bottom line is thehe sells junk food and that’s not what restaurants sell.

Councilor Tim Laney weighed in with the following, “I believe this is the United States of America and that if you have a good idea by god do it and we shouldn’t stand and their way.” Laney indicated that he thought Hotts should pay for electricity because he’s not in favor of giving Hott an extra advantage. City administrator Scott Peterson disagreed saying that the original intent of the stone pier concert series was to be for the benefit of local businesses and that by letting Hott setup near the concert he would be benefiting from all of the promotion for the concert series that the city and community club undertook.

Ultimately, the council did approve Hott’s use of the location near the lake and use of the city’s 220 electricity at a price of $75.00 for the vendor permit and $25.00 for the electricity.


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