The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, the 17^th day of October, 2016, at Walcott City Hall.  Mayor John Kostichek called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Council members present were:  Tim Koehler, Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, Jacob Puck, and Jackie Puck.   Absent: None.  City employees present:  Adam Hill, Randy Reimers, Lisa Rickertsen, and Tom Schirman.  Employees Neal Krebs, Jody Siebel, and Scott Brockmann were present in the audience.

Approval of Agenda. Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Public Comments.  John Brockmann had questions about the South Downey Street Project.  The project engineer will be asked to attend the November 7^th meeting.  Brockmann also questioned the method of disposing of city equipment. Randy Moeller questioned why ATV’s and golf carts are not allowed to be operated year-round.  This will be on the November 7^th agenda.  David Bauer stated there are pollutants from the corn drying process at River Valley and he expressed his concerns with the air quality and health of residents.  He stated he contacted the EPA.  Janice Dawson questioned if leaves can be taken to the compost area.  Leaves are permitted but do not leave bags.

Consent Agenda.  Koehler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to approve the consent agenda including the minutes from October 3^rd & 10^th, 2016, invoices, September 2016 financial reports, and the following TIF rebate payments, totaling $18,111.41:

• JDW Holdings – Midfield Pattern Project $2,508.50
• Iowa 80 Truckstop – Morton Building Project $578.32
• Iowa 80 Truckstop – 60×240 Building Project $1,604.40
• Ossian, Inc. – Salt Processing/Storage Project $3,391.31
• Sterling Partners – Multi-Use Building Project $9,045.06
• Eugene Meyer – Geno’s Project $983.82

Motion carried.

Approval of Minutes from October 13, 2016.  Mengler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to approve the minutes from October 13, 2016.  Motion carried with Latimer and Jacob Puck abstaining due to absence from meeting.

Stanley Consultants.  Local Limits study and Treatment Agreement.  Engineer, Jay Brady, was present to provide an update on the local limits study and treatment agreement development.  He stated he hopes to finalize both the treatment agreement and local limits study and present recommendations to council during the November 21^st meeting.          

Concrete Pavement Replacement at Fire Station.  Discussion was held on the quotes for concrete replacement, in front of the fire station doors, city hall parking area, and a patch on the southwest corner of building.  Koehler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve bid, in the amount of $4,608, from Paustian Concrete for all three concrete replacements as discussed.  Motion carried.

Level Dirt at Wastewater Treatment Plant Area. Attorney Schirman reported the farm lease states that the City will level out the dirt.  John Brockman, Brockmann Excavating, stated he wanted to withdraw his bid.  Jackie Puck moved and Mengler seconded to approve the low bid from Needham Excavating at $1,600.  Motion carried.

Hearts and Hands Foundation – Tree Planting Project.  A lengthy discussion was held on the plan for tree plantings on City-owned property at the west end of Cedar Lane Drive.  Austin Burt stated the goal of the plan is to provide a wind and dust break and visual screening for the Westbrook development area.  Siebel expressed concerns that the location of the trees will cause a greater problem with snow drifting at the area, causing greater difficulties for city equipment to access the area during the winter.  Discussion was held on snow fence/tree line set-back requirements from roadways, possibility of a snow fence on the west side of the drive (private property), and additional snow plowing in the area.   Mengler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to approve the tree plantings, with any required placement set-back from road.  Motion carried.  Council thanked Burt for his work on the project.

City Clerk Report.  Rickertsen reported the City was notified of a public hearing with the Scott County Zoning Board of Adjustment for a special use permit for the property located at 20580 60^th Avenue to expand a home industry.

Council Member Comments.  Mengler stated she appreciates the work the Public Works Department is doing during staffing disruption.

Closed Session.  Mengler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to go into a closed session under Iowa Code Chapter 21.5 (1) (J) to discuss the purchase of particular real estate.  Roll call ayes:  Mengler, Jackie Puck, Koehler, Jacob Puck, and Latimer.  Motion carried. All audience members left the council chambers and the following employees were authorized to remain:  L. Rickertsen and Attorney Schirman.  Koehler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to close the closed session and resume the regular meeting at 7:40 p.m.  Roll call ayes:  Koehler, Jacob Puck, Latimer, Jackie Puck, and Mengler.  Motion carried.

Property Purchase – 116 W. Lincoln Street. Latimer moved and Koehler seconded to have Attorney Schirman draft an offer, with contingencies of a property walk through inspection and obtaining demolition and asbestos removal costs for the property located at 116 W. Lincoln Street.  Motion carried.

Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to adjourn at 7:50 p.m. Motion carried.  All votes were unanimous, unless noted.

Signed Minutes & Claims

A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Walcott, Iowa was held on Thursday, October 13, 2016, with Mayor John Kostichek calling the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m.  Council members present were: Tim Koehler, Lisa Mengler, and Jackie Puck.  Absent:  Virgil Wayne Latimer and Jacob Puck.  City employee present:  Lisa Rickertsen.

Koehler moved and Mengler seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Council separately interviewed applicants for the Public Works Director and Building Official positions.  Discussion was held on further interviews and background and reference checks.  Another special meeting will be scheduled during the week of October 24^th.

Mengler moved and Koehler seconded to adjourn at 5:15 p.m.  Motion carried.  All motions were unanimous.

October 13,2016 Signed Special Mtg

A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Walcott, Iowa was held on Monday, October 10, 2016, with Mayor John Kostichek calling the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.  Council members present were: Tim Koehler, Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, Jackie Puck, and Jacob Puck.  Absent:  None. City employee present:  Lisa Rickertsen.

Jacob Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Approval to Remove Trees & Fence on City Property at 600 W. Cedar Lane Drive. Jackie Puck moved and Koehler seconded to approve allowing the Hearts and Hands Foundation to remove the trees and fence on city-property at 600 W. Cedar Lane Drive, as indicated on the map presented by the Foundation.  Motion carried.

Review of Job Applications for Public Works Director and Building Official Positions.  Applications were reviewed and discussed.  Koehler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to proceed with interviewing applicant numbers 3, 5, 6, and 13 for the Public Works Director position.  Koehler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to proceed with interviewing applicant numbers 1, 4, and 5 for the Building Official position.  Motion carried.

Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to adjourn at 5:40 p.m.  Ayes:  All.  Motion carried.  All votes were unanimous.

October 10, 2016 Signed Special Mtg

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, the 3^rd day of October, 2016, at Walcott City Hall.  Mayor John Kostichek called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Council members present were:  Tim Koehler, Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, and Jackie Puck.   Absent: Jacob Puck.  City employees present:  Jeff Blake, Josh Geigle, Randy Reimers, Lisa Rickertsen, and Tom Schirman.

Approval of Agenda. Mengler moved and Latimer seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Consent Agenda.  Koehler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to approve the consent agenda, including the invoices and minutes from September 19, 2016.  Motion carried.

Public Comments.  John Brockmann stated he had concerns with the drainage on Memorial Road.

South Downey Street Improvements Project.  Nate Stevenson, MSA Professional Services, was present to answer questions on the project and to recommend the approval of payment #4.  Koehler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to approve pay request #4, to All American Concrete, in the amount of $152,439.61, as recommended.  Motion carried.  Stevenson stated the street will be resealed once they are done with the seeding, although he was not sure of the seeding timeline, and that the bid documents did not include new manhole lids.

Concrete Pavement Replacement at Fire Station.  Mayor Kostichek stated he spoke with the former Public Works Director who stated both bidders were presented with the same information. There were still questions on comparisons between the quotes.  Assistant Fire Chief, Joe Hahn, will meet with the two bidders regarding the proposals in order to obtain further clarification.

Manhole Repairs.  It was suggested by the Mayor to delay action so the new Public Works Director can review the manhole inspection reports. The current quotes do not address all of the rehabilitation recommendations as listed in the manhole inspection reports, which were previously provided by Stanley Consultants Inc.  Mengler moved and Koehler seconded to table the repairs until the inspection reports can be reviewed by a new Public Works Director.  Motion carried.

James Street Water Main Project. 

• Resolution 2016-52, Approving Contract & Bonds for the East James Street Water Main Project. Mengler moved and Jackie seconded to approve Resolution 2016-52.  Roll call ayes:  Mengler, Jackie Puck, Koehler, and Latimer.  Motion carried.
• Construction Observation Services. Koehler had questions on the proposed part-time observation services. Specifically that it states services would be done by a Civil Engineer intern and that the original contract already included weekly visits by the engineer during the construction phase. Koehler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to have the Mayor obtain further information on the proposed services.  Motion carried.

North Main Street Mudjacking at Bridge Ends.  A bridge inspection report from 2015 indicated abutment undermining on the south abutment footing.  During the preconstruction meeting of the channel shaping project, it was noted that the project work will fix the current erosion and undermining of the abutment but if the void is not fixed the undermining will return. Two quotes were received and Mike Alberts from Concrete Lifting Services was present to explain the costs and work to be done.  Following discussion, Latimer moved and Jackie Puck seconded to hire Concrete Lifting Services, the apparent low quote, to complete the work as discussed, under both bridge approaches.  Motion carried.

Recreational Trail Lighting Options.  Koehler reviewed a spreadsheet with lighting options and costs.  Discussion ensued and Chief Blake stated he has not had any phone calls or complaints about any issues along the trail area and comments were made they felt the lighting wasn’t needed.  Mengler moved and Latimer seconded to not pursue lighting on the recreational trail.  Motion carried.         

Resolution 2016-53, Approving Public Works Director Job Description.  Koehler moved and Mengler seconded to approve Resolution 2016-53.  Roll call ayes: Koehler, Mengler, Jackie Puck, and Latimer.  Motion carried.

Level Dirt at Wastewater Treatment Plant Area.  Two quotes were received to level out a dirt pile at the City-owned property on the west end of Cedar Lane Drive.  Questions arose on why the pile of dirt needs to be moved and how it is beneficial to the City.  Attorney Schirman stated the dirt pile may be addressed in the farm lease.  Mengler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to table any action until Schirman has a chance to review the lease.  Motion carried.

Police Department Report.  Chief Blake stated he would like to have an additional officer help with the 5K run on October 22^nd. Council had no problems with the request.

Fire Department Report.  Chief Geigle reported on some mold on the wall around the window and around an outlet on the north wall in the meeting room.  He stated he is working with the Building Official, Linda Rivers, on determining the problem and stated that the inside wall was never sealed during the meeting room renovation.  Rivers has suggested sealing the exterior concrete walls.   Geigle will continue to work with Rivers and bring additional information to a future meeting.

Council Member Comments.  Mengler stated she would like to wait until a new Public Works Director is hired to address concerns from John Brockmann regarding the drainage along Memorial Road. Jackie Puck reported on an email she received from a resident.

Public Comments.  Austin Burt arrived after the public comments section at the beginning of the meeting.  He requested permission for the Hearts and Hands Foundation to cut down some trees on the north side of creek and to remove a fence in the same area on the City-owned property at the west end of Cedar Lane Drive.

Koehler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to adjourn at 7:05 p.m. Motion carried.  All votes were unanimous, unless noted.

October 3 Signed minutes and claims

October-2016

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, the 19^th day of September, 2016, at Walcott City Hall.  Mayor John Kostichek called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Council members present were:  Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, Jackie Puck, Jacob Puck, and Tim Koehler.  Absent: none.  City employees present:  Jeff Blake, Jackie Huston, Randy Reimers, and Tom Schirman.

Approval of Agenda. Mengler moved and Latimer seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Consent Agenda.  Jackie Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve the consent agenda, including the invoices, minutes from September 12^th and 15^th, 2016, and August financial reports.  Motion carried.

Approval of Minutes from September 6, 2016.  Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve the minutes from September 6, 2016.  Motion carried with Koehler abstaining due to absence.

Resolution 2016-49, Alley Maintenance.  Options for the policy were discussed.  Jackie Puck moved and Koehler seconded to approve Resolution 2016-49 with discussed changes.  Motion carried with unanimous roll call vote.

Larry Seiler – Alley Maintenance.  Mr. Seiler was not in attendance.

John & Brenda Swanson.  Ms. Swanson questioned the status of lighting on the Recreational Trail.  The Mayor stated that the Park Board was researching the options.  The Swansons also explained about the culvert under their driveway at the entrance to Walcott Road.  They stated that several years ago Ellsworth Excavating and Mr. Brockmann had taken a larger steel culvert out and replaced it with a PVC pipe with a smaller diameter.  The culvert is plugged up and water is backing up in the ditch.  The Mayor stated that he would speak to the City Engineer about this issue.

Brad Bauer – Storm Sewer Connection.  Mr. Bauer was not in attendance.

Alley behind 200 block of N. Century Street – water issues.  Jackie Puck stated that there is water standing at the north end of this alley even when there has been no rain.  It was noted that there is a storm sewer main with laterals attached in this alley.  The Mayor will discuss this with the City Engineer.

Concrete Pavement Replacement at Fire Station.  Quotes were received from Aero Concrete and Paustian Concrete.  The quotes were not for the same amount of linear feet.  Koehler moved and Mengler seconded to table the quotes until the next meeting to get clarification.  Motion carried.

Manhole and Catch Basin Surrounds Replacement.  Quotes were received from Aero Concrete and Paustian Concrete.  There were questions regarding equal comparisons between quotes.  Latimer moved and Koehler seconded to table the quotes until the next meeting to get clarification.  Motion carried.

Hearts & Hands Foundation.  Austin Burt presented a plan for tree plantings on City-owned property at the west end of Cedar Lane Drive.  This will provide a wind and dust break and visual screening for the Westbrook development area.  The Recreational Trail is planned to continue through this area eventually.  The Foundation’s intention is to encourage residential development.  Huston questioned is these lots could be developed due to the floodplain.  Burt stated that the Foundation would contact IDNR and attempt to get approval for construction in this area.  The Foundation received a $2,500 grant and is requesting the City use the $1,500 that was set aside for tree planting in this area.  Jackie Puck moved and Jake Puck seconded to approve the Phase I plantings with up to $1,500 in City funds being expended.  Motion carried.

Sno-Seekers Swap Meet.  Kevin Toft was present to request the use of Victory Park on November 6, 2016, for their Swap Meet.  This event was held at Victory Park last year and Council Members stated that there were no complaints and the park had been cleaned following the event.  Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve the Swap Meet for 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on November 6^th.  Motion carried.

Resolution 2016-50, Job Description for Building/Code Enforcement Official.  Jacob Puck moved and Mengler seconded to approve Resolution 2016-50.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Resolution 2016-51, Approving Contract & Bonds for the Main Street Bridge Channel Shaping Project.  Mengler moved and Latimer seconded to approve Resolution 2016-51.  Motion carried with unanimous roll call vote.

Police Department Report.  Chief Blake reported on a recent multijurisdictional operation.

City Clerk Report. Huston questioned if the Council was in favor of having the P&Z Commission research and prepare a proposal to allow front yard fences.  Tracy Nees, a resident, stated that she had to remove a push-in fence from her front yard and would like to reinstall it on the property line to keep people and dogs off her lawn.  Council consensus was to refer this to P&Z to prepare a proposal with limits on height and material for front yard fences.

Attorney Report.  The sign easement for Caseys has been sent to them for their approval.

Mayor Report.  Watersmith Engineering can provide hourly services for construction observation for the upcoming James Street Project.

Council Member Comments.  Jackie Puck encouraged everyone to attend the Family Bingo Night on October 8^th at the Walcott American Legion.  It is a fund-raiser for the Splash Pad Committee.

Audience Comments.  Jill Ellsworth questioned why the Ellsworth Excavating bid that they submitted to the Public Works Director was not considered for the James Street Project.  Attorney Schirman explained that the bidding documents required a sealed bid with bonding documents be submitted to City Hall and that no bid was received from Ellsworth Excavating.  He stated that only appropriately submitted bids are considered.  Joe Hahn reminded everyone about the Fire Department’s Annual Steak Fry on September 24^th.

Mengler moved and Jackie Puck seconded to adjourn at 7:15 p.m. Motion carried.  All votes were unanimous, unless noted.

Signed minutes and claims

A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Walcott, Iowa was held on Thursday, September 15, 2016, with Mayor John Kostichek calling the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Council members present were: Tim Koehler, Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, Jackie Puck, and Jacob Puck.  Absent:  None. City employees present were:  Jackie Huston, Randy Reimers, Tony Rupe.

Latimer moved and Jake Puck seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Public Works Director Position.  Huston stated that Steve Bowman had tendered his resignation and reviewed the advertisement that had been used when Bowman had been hired.   Discussion revolved around changes to the advertisement and staffing for the department.  Reimers and Rupe both stated that they were willing to continue their employment as Wastewater and Water Superintendents, respectively.  The Council determined that certifications in wastewater and water treatment would not be necessary for the Public Works Director position, however a basic knowledge of those areas, as well as, experience in the other public works operations and supervision would be valuable.  Mengler moved and Jake Puck seconded to approve the advertisement with discussed changes.  Motion carried.

The Public Works Director’s job description was discussed.  Koehler moved and Jake Puck moved to make the discussed changes to the description.  Motion carried.

Koehler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to adjourn at 6:12 p.m.  Ayes:  All.  Motion carried.

All votes were unanimous.

September 15, 2016 Signed Minutes

A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Walcott, Iowa was held on Monday, September 12, 2016, with Mayor John Kostichek calling the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Council members present were: Tim Koehler, Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, Jackie Puck, and Jacob Puck.  Absent:  None. City employees present were:  Lisa Rickertsen.

Latimer moved and Jackie Puck seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Building/Code Enforcement Official Position.  Rickertsen explained that the Building Official position is difficult to fill as part-time.  The position duties include: rental housing inspections, commercial fire inspections, all building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical applications and permit inspections, plan reviews, sidewalk program, and code enforcement including nuisances.   Discussion was held on the possibility of outsourcing permit inspections, however the rental housing and fire inspections and code violations would not be enforced.  The council consensus was that not filling the position was not in the best interest of the community.  Discussion continued regarding possible additional duties for a full-time employee and the job description was reviewed.  Mengler moved and Koehler seconded to advertise for a full-time Building/Code Enforcement Official with changes to the job description as discussed.  Motion carried.

Koehler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to adjourn at 7:25 p.m.  Ayes:  All.  Motion carried.

September 12, 2016 Special Meeting

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Tuesday, the 6^th day of September, 2016, at Walcott City Hall.  Mayor John Kostichek called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Council members present were:  Virgil Wayne Latimer, Lisa Mengler, Jackie Puck, and Jacob Puck.  Absent: Tim Koehler.  City employees present:  Jeff Blake, Josh Geigle, Lisa Rickertsen, and Tom Schirman.

Approval of Agenda. Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve the agenda.  Motion carried.

Consent Agenda.  Jackie Puck moved and Mengler seconded to approve the consent agenda, including the invoices and minutes from August 15, 2016.  Motion carried.

Approval of Minutes from August 17, 2016.  Jackie Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve the minutes from August 17, 2016.  Mengler abstained due to absence from meeting.  Motion carried.

Appointment of City Engineer.  Rickertsen stated the City Engineer works closely with the Zoning Administrator and is defined in the City Code to review site plans and plats and provides floodplain and other technical questions as they arise. Rickertsen had provided council with additional information regarding hourly rates and stated that the Zoning Administrator has recommended Jason Holdorf from Missman, Inc., to be appointed City Engineer.  Jackie Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve Jason Holdorf be appointed the City Engineer.  Motion carried.

Larry Seiler – Alley Maintenance.  Seiler stated he was following up from previous meetings regarding alley maintenance by his property at 200 W. Flagg Street.  Jackie Puck stated she would like the City Attorney to come up with an ordinance to not allow vehicles weighing more than 10,000 pounds on alleys.  Seiler stated he would need a limit greater than 10,000 pounds.  Resident John Brockmann stated there is no way for the City to weigh vehicles.  Mengler stated a weight limit would be hard to enforce but stated if the property owner wants to place rock down in alleys it would be their responsibility to pay for it, which has been the past policy.  Seiler questioned the brush that is still infringing in the alley area. This has been trimmed back already and both Mengler and Jacob Puck stated large vehicles can get through the area with no problems.  Seiler stated it should be trimmed back further and Mengler stated she would have Bowman look at the area again.

Hearts & Hands Foundation – Tree Windbreak at Wastewater Plant Property.  Brent Puck reported that the Hearts & Hands Foundation was awarded a $2,500 grant from Alliant Energy.  The funds will be used to plant trees, with volunteer labor, along the east side of the compost area/wastewater treatment plant property.  Jody Siebel stated the proposed planting area is utilized during winter months to dispose of excess snow.  Discussion ensued and concerns arose on the maintenance responsibility and that the proposed area is currently being leased.  The committee was asked to talk to the Public Works Department about the concerns mentioned.

Dawson Property – 301 E. Lincoln Street. Brian Dawson was present to follow up with a nuisance abatement notice that was received earlier in the year. He distributed photos and reported that a semi-trailer and car parts have been removed from the property and they have been repositioning trailers since he last met with council on February 15^th.   Jackie Puck stated the property looks nice and Mayor Kostichek thanked them for following up.  Mengler asked for another follow-up at the end of March.

Main Street Streetscape Enhancement Project – Approval of Payment #9.  Rickertsen reported the quantities submitted were reviewed by Bowman and the project engineer, who recommended payment.  Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve payment #9 to Brandt Construction in the amount of $42,180.50.  Motion carried.

Main Street Channel Shaping Project.

• Resolution 2016-44, Approving Temporary Easements. The easements are with Walcott Clinic Properties and Burt Enterprises for dirt disposal, as requested by the property owners, from the project area.  Jackie Puck moved and Mengler seconded to approve Resolution 2016-44.  Roll call ayes:  Jackie Puck, Mengler, Latimer, and Jacob Puck.  Motion carried.
• Resolution 2016-45, Awarding Contract for the Main Street Channel Shaping Project. Two bids were received and the project engineer recommended awarding the contract to the low bidder, Brandt Construction.  Jackie Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve Resolution 2016-45.  Roll call ayes:  Jackie Puck, Latimer, Jacob Puck, and Mengler.  Motion carried.  The project is awarded to Brandt Construction in the amount of $34,180.

Resolution 2016-46, Awarding Contract for the East James Street Water Main Project.   Three bids were received and the project engineer recommended awarding the contract to the low bidder, SulzCo LLC.  Mengler moved and Latimer seconded to approve Resolution 2016-46.  Roll call ayes:  Mengler, Latimer, Jacob Puck, and Jackie Puck.  Motion carried.   The project is awarded to SulzCo LLC in the amount of $72,166.

South Downey Street Improvements Project. 

• Approval of Payment #3. Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve payment #3, as recommended by the project engineer, to All American Concrete, Inc., in the amount of $82,456.68.  Motion carried.
• Resolution 2016-47, Approving Change Order #1. Rickertsen stated the change order is for adding 3” of subbase rock under the sidewalk areas, as recommended by the Public Works Director.  Following discussion, Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve Resolution 2016-47.  Roll call ayes: Mengler, Jacob Puck, Jackie Puck, and Latimer.  Motion carried.

Resolution 2016-48, Establishing Criteria and Approving Application Regarding the Use of Economic Development Incentives.  Rickertsen reviewed the criteria and program application regarding the use of tax increment financing (TIF) property tax rebates in the Consolidated Walcott Urban Renewal Area.  Jacob Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve Resolution 2016-48.  Roll call ayes:  Jacob Puck, Latimer, Mengler, and Jackie Puck.  Motion carried.   The developer requesting assistance must complete an application prior to the start of any project construction.

Trick-or-Treating.  Jacob Puck moved and Latimer seconded to approve Trick-or-Treating on October 30^th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and the parade from Victory Park to the Walcott American Legion.  Motion carried.

Fire Department Report.   Jackie Puck moved and Mengler seconded to approve the payment to Kalmes Catering in the amount of $8,500 for 1,000 steaks and approve closing a portion of E. Bryant Street, between Main Street and Henry Street, on September 24^th for the annual Fire Department Steak Fry.  Motion carried.

City Clerk Report. Rickertsen reported on the annual financial report, ending June 30, 2016.  Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to approve the FYE 2016 Annual Financial Report.  Motion carried.

Audience Comments.  John Brockmann expressed concerns about culverts that need to be cleaned out and a water main valve that he said was covered up and not properly fixed.

Mengler moved and Jacob Puck seconded to adjourn at 6:50 p.m. Motion carried.  All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

September 6, 2016 Signed Minutes & Claims

WCC SEPT 2016