CITY OF NORWAY
May 10, 2021
Regular meeting of the Norway City Council was called to order by Mayor Bruce Volz at 5:00 PM. Roll Call – Present: Ben Tarvin, Jay Hahn, Kevin Frese, Darrell Schulte, Loras Schulte. Absent: None.
Motion L. Schulte seconded by D. Schulte to accept agenda, minutes and bills presented. Motion carried, 5-0.
Motion L. Schulte seconded by D. Schulte to authorize the mayor to sign the contract for building inspection services with V & K after presentation. Motion carried, 5-0.
Motion Hahn seconded by Frese to move forward the purchase of an electronic sign with lowest quote from TV Liquidator Motion carried, 5-0. Placement will be discussed at a future meeting.
Consideration request for a zoning change will be sent to the zoning commission for their recommendation.
Motion L. Schulte seconded by Tarvin to approve garden seating for Prairie Creek Saloon. Motion carried, 5-0.
Street repair and construction work for summer of 2021 was discussed. Resolution of agreement for South St will be discussed with the city attorney. Rock will be put down on Sweetbriar/Apache connection. Most work will consist of reseal work. Curb and Gutter discussion will take place at future meeting.
Ordinance 326 Amending Garbage Rates was introduced by L. Schulte seconded by D. Schulte. Roll call: Ayes: Tarvin, Hahn, D. Schulte, Frese, L. Schulte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Ordinance 326 passes the 2nd reading.
Motion D. Schulte seconded by L. Schulte to waive the 3rd reading and pass ordinance 326 on the 2nd reading. Ayes: Tarvin, Hahn, D. Schulte, Frese, L. Schulte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Ordinance 326 passes.
Ordinance 327 Amending Sewer Rates was introduced by L. Schulte, seconded by Frese. Roll call: Ayes: Hahn, D. Schulte, Frese, L. Schulte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Ordinance 327 passes the 2nd reading.
Motion D. Schulte seconded by L. Schulte to waive the 3rd reading and pass ordinance 327 on the 2nd reading. Ayes: Tarvin, Hahn, D. Schulte, Frese, L. Schulte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Ordinance 327 passes.
Ordinance 328 Amending Recreational Vehicle Parking was introduced by D. Schulte seconded by L. Schulte. Roll call: Ayes: Tarvin, Hahn, D. Schulte, Frese, L. Schulte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Ordinance 328 passes the 2nd reading.
Motion D. Schulte seconded by L. Schulte to waive the 3rd reading and pass ordinance 328 on the 2nd reading. Ayes: Tarvin, Hahn, D. Schulte, Frese, L. Schulte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Ordinance 328 passes.
Nuisance properties and Property Clean up were discussed. Property owner at 304 E Railroad St., having asked for recommendations, will be asked to take out the existing foundation and to fence the area that will be under construction to keep it safe. Parking in South St. was discussed.
Properties in need of mowing will be done at owner’s expense if not in compliance with city code. One courtesy notice will be sent. Several properties in need of clean up and vehicles parked on lawns.
Bob Holland was present to discuss a tree in need of removal. Mayor will look at the location.
A valve for the water tower will be replaced at approximate cost of $2700.
Motion L. Schulte seconded by D. Schulte to advertise the sale of the old dump truck with a starting bid of $5000. Motion carried, 5-0.
Motion L. Schulte seconded by D. Schulte to adjourn at 6:50 PM. Motion carried, 4-0.
Next meeting is scheduled for June 14th at 5:00 PM.
Bruce Volz, Mayor
Attest: Wendy Erger, City Clerk
| CLAIMS REPORT 5/10/21 | ||
| VENDOR | REFERENCE | AMOUNT |
| ADEN MAE | CANDLE PAYMENT FUNDRAISER-LIB | 1,117.50 |
| AFLAC | SUPPLEMENTAL | 272.26 |
| ALLIANT ENERGY | GAS & ELECTRIC | 3,929.26 |
| BAKER & TAYLOR | LIB BOOKS | 359.48 |
| BC SOLID WASTE COMMISSION | GATE FEES 3/26 – 4/16 | 546.50 |
| CRAWFORD QUARRY CO. | 2′ ROCK | 565.48 |
| DEPOT EXPRESS | GAS/DIESEL CITY-486.02 FD-336.36 | 822.38 |
| EFTPS | FED/FICA TAXES | 1,830.02 |
| Mc2 an ELECTRIC PUMP CO | SENSOR ASSEMBLY | 267.75 |
| GORDON FLESCH COMPANY | AVANTE SUPPORT | 433.00 |
| HOME APPLIANCE CENTER | FD WASHING MACHINE | 889.00 |
| IPERS | IPERS | 1,225.11 |
| JOHNSON COUNTY REFUSE | CONTRACT | 3,828.00 |
| K & B AG SUPPLY | BUCANEER PLUS | 345.40 |
| KIRKWOOD COMM. COLLEGE | EMT CLASS – NELSON | 2,065.00 |
| KLUESNER CONSTRUCTION INC | STREET SWEEPING | 1,322.50 |
| L.L. PELLING | PREMIX | 808.68 |
| MATHESON TRI-GAS INC | OXYGEN | 153.46 |
| MEARDON, SUEPPEL & DOWNER | LEGAL | 2,690.00 |
| POWESHIEK WATER ASSOC. | WATER PURCHASE | 3,056.20 |
| ROGGENTIEN ELECTRIC | GENERATOR REPAIR | 221.39 |
| SOUTH SLOPE COOP | PHONE | 307.23 |
| USPS | FD BOX RENT-POSTAGE DUE-PKG | 58.18 |
| USPS | BILLING STATEMENTS | 92.88 |
| VANDER HAAG’S, INC | 10WH113 PLOW/DUMP TRUCK | 35,575.00 |
| VINTON NEWSPAPERS | PUBLISHING | 155.20 |
| UNITED HEALTH CARE | INSURANCE | 3,426.95 |
| Payroll Checks | 3,066.04 | |
| ***** REPORT TOTAL ***** | 69,429.85 | |
| GENERAL | 32,061.36 | |
| ROAD USE TAX | 13,287.45 | |
| WATER | 12,491.73 | |
| SEWER | 11,589.31 | |
| TOTAL FUNDS | 69,429.85 |
Jim Magdefrau 