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October 5, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: None. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. John Brockman, Noah Glasgow, Ben McKibbin, and Joe Hahn. Brockmann requested permission to fill holes on the gravel portion of Memorial Road, which he had raised as a concern at the previous meeting. Koberg noted that he had reviewed the areas of concern and did not feel that the condition was a significant issue.

Consent Agenda. Quick moved and Bieri seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices and Resolution 2026-38, Transfer of Funds. Roll call ayes: Quick, Bieri, Mengler, Martinez, and Koberg. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Minutes from September 21, 2026. Mengler moved Bieri and seconded to approve the minutes from September 21, 2026. Motion carried with Quick abstaining due to absence from meeting.

Walcott Historical Society Contribution Request. Rickertsen reported the contribution request would assist in preservation of the City’s history, which the City Council has previously determined to be a public purpose. Koberg moved and Martinez seconded to approve the contribution request of $2,500, as budgeted, to the Walcott Historical Society. Motion carried.

Resolution 2026-39, Resolution to Approve Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for the Consolidated Walcott Urban Renewal Area. Mengler moved and Quick seconded to approve Resolution 2026-39, Resolution to Approve Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for the Consolidated Walcott Urban Renewal Area. Roll call ayes: Mengler, Quick, Bieri, Martinez, and Koberg. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Fire Department Report. Purchase of Hurst Battery Operated Jaws Set. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to approve the purchase of Hurst battery operated jaws set. Motion carried. The purchase is from MacQueen, in the amount of $27,755.64. Chief Hahn reported the department has responded to 387 calls year-to-date, exceeding the number of calls received last year.

Police Department Report. Quick relayed safety concerns from residents regarding students darting in, out, and around vehicles during school drop-off and pick-up times.

Public Works Report. Quick inquired about installing signs in the parks prohibiting riding scooters/bikes on concrete due to pedestrian safety concerns. This topic will be placed on the next agenda.

Council Member Comments. Koberg commented that he considers the public comment from the previous meeting regarding right-of-way mowing (adjacent to agriculture properties) to be irrelevant.

Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:23 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

October 7, 2026

Meeting Minutes

September 21, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, and Lisa Mengler. Absent: Joe Quick. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

Mayor Puck moved the telecommunications utility right-of-way permits for Kinetic/Windstream from the Consent Agenda so they could be discussed separately as an individual agenda item.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. Jordan Orcutt, John Brockmann, Andy Willey, Roger Friederichs, and Noah Glasgow. John Brockmann reported on concerns regarding holes on Memorial Road (gravel portion) and questioned the responsibility of mowing the right-of-way along Walcott Road. Mayor Puck stated that the adjacent property owner is responsible for mowing and that the City would look into the properties mentioned. Roger Friederichs reported on his private well malfunction, corresponding with the City’s new well project. Repairs have been made to his well but he reported on his ongoing water quality concerns with his well and questioned the future fence location surrounding the new city well. Stagg will work with the project contractor regarding the fence location and will obtain a water sample from Friederichs residence and submit to the State laboratory for testing.

Consent Agenda. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices and minutes from September 8, 2026. Motion carried.

Telecommunications Utility Right-of-Way Permits for Kinetic/Windstream c/o Ervin Cable Construction. Mayor Puck reported he was contacted by Andy Willey, Night Owl Wireless, regarding issues a neighboring community had with this company. Rickertsen reported on information expressed form the City Attorney’s office and on the City’s utility permit application. This company intends to install telecommunication lines in the majority of the City. Andy Willey expressed concerns regarding the contractor(s) used for the telecommunications installation. Following discussion, Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve the telecommunications utility right-of-way permits for Kinetic/Windstream c/o Ervin Cable Construction with requiring a preconstruction meeting with the Public Works Director and obtaining project and emergency contact information from all subcontractors. Motion carried.

Walcott Women – Trick-or-Treating. Mayor Puck reported on the request from Walcott Women to have Trick-or-Treating on Friday, October 31^st from 6 – 8 p.m. with the Halloween Parade starting at 5:30 p.m. line up at 5:15 p.m. Mengler moved and Koberg seconded to approve Trick-or-Treating on Saturday, October 31^st from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Motion carried. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to approve the Halloween Parade at 5:30 p.m. on October 31^st. Motion carried. The Parade will start at Victory Park and proceed to the Walcott Legion.

Visit Quad Cities Annual Contribution Request – Budgeted $1,000. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to approve a contribution to Visit Quad Cities, in the amount of $1,000. Motion carried. This contribution goes towards tourism and promotion of Walcott.

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Scott County Emergency Management Agency for Weather Station Deployment and Maintenance. Mayor Puck reported that the Scott County Emergency Management Agency received a grant for weather stations to be placed throughout Scott County. Bieri moved and Martinez seconded to approve the MOU with Scott County Emergency Management Agency for weather station deployment and maintenance. Motion carried.

City Clerk Report.

FYE 2026 Annual Financial Report. Rickertsen presented the Fiscal Year Ending (FYE) June 30, 2026 Annual Financial Report. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve the FYE 2026 Annual Financial Report. Motion carried.

Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:28 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

Septembeer 21, 2026 Signed Mminutes & Claims

September 25, 2026

Meeting Minutes

September 8, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: None. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. Ross Paustian, Kent Paustian, and Noah Glasgow. No public comments at this time.

Public Hearing on Amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan Relating to the Future Land Use Map. Mayor Puck opened the public hearing on the proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan relating to the Future Land Use Map. Rickertsen noted this public hearing is being held to receive public comments regarding amending the future land use map.The Planning & Zoning Commission recommends amending the Future Land Use Map. The proposed map changes are near the Interstate 80 interchange area, changing designations from commercial to industrial. The Future Land Use Map is a policy guide for future growth and does not automatically rezone a property. There being no written or oral comments received, Mengler moved and Koberg seconded to close the public hearing and resume the regular meeting.

Consent Agenda. Koberg moved and Mengler seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, minutes from August 18, 2026, August 2026 financial reports, and Resolution 2026-36, Approving the Annual Street Finance Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2026. Roll call ayes: Koberg, Mengler, Martinez, Bieri, and Quick. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Voluntary Annexation Petition Application – Resolution 2026-35, Approving the Voluntary Annexation Application and Annexation of Certain Property into the City of Walcott. Rickertsen reported that any changes to the parcels being annexed would require the process to be restarted. The property owners responded they do not have any plans to develop the land asked to annexed. A real estate broker advised that their land would only get noticed if it was in the city limits and have zoning potential. Kent Paustian stated he is not opposed to the annexation but expressed concerns regarding potential water runoff and the City’s long-range plan. He encouraged the City to explore opportunities for future residential housing development. Mayor Puck stated the City has approached property owners and have been working through steps for future growth. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve Resolution 2026-35, Approving the Voluntary Annexation Application and Annexation of Certain Property into the City of Walcott. Roll call ayes: Mengler, Bieri, Quick, Martinez, and Koberg. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Resolution 2026-37, Approving an Amendment to the City of Walcott Comprehensive Plan relating to the Future Land Use Map. Koberg moved and Quick seconded to approve Resolution 2026-37, Approving an Amendment to the City of Walcott Comprehensive Plan relating to the Future Land Use Map. Roll call ayes: Koberg, Quick, Mengler, Bieri, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Well #6 Installation Project. Pay Application #3 to KE Flatwork, Inc. Bieri moved and Koberg seconded to approve pay application #3 to KE Flatwork, Inc. for $257,646.88. Motion carried.

Police Department Report. Chief Hill extended thanks to the Scott County Regional Authority for their generous grant for the new body cameras.

Public Works Department Report.

Engineering Services with Stanley Consultants for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve the engineering services with Stanley Consultants for the wastewater treatment plant improvements, as presented. Motion carried.

Quick moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:13 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

September 8, 2026 Signed Minutes & Claims

September 25, 2026

Meeting Minutes

August 17, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: None. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. Residents: Ross Paustian, Mike Sissel, Elizabeth Bruns, Jordan Orcutt, Lisa Hagen, Danna Petersen, and Angela and Jerry Felsing. Others present: Don Arns, Polly Graham, Noah Glasgow, Kent Paustian, Deanna Herrick, and Brian Herrick. No public comments at this time.

Public Hearing on Proposed Voluntary Annexation Petition Application. Mayor Puck opened the public hearing on the application received for a voluntary annexation to the City. Rickertsen noted this hearing is to receive public comment regarding the proposed voluntary annexation which includes 11 parcels, totaling approximately 336 acres. The voluntary annexation petition is from the following property owners: Iowa 80 Group, Inc., Exit 284 Land & Development, Inc., and Avery Land & Farming, LLC. Notice of the public hearing was published in the North Scott Press on July 29^th. No written comments were received. Ross Paustian expressed concerns with some parcels proposed to be annexed, noting a few parcels are hilly and feels uncertain whether they would be suitable for development. He questioned whether certain parcels could be excluded from the proposed annexation. Kent Paustian commended Iowa 80 Group for the property investments they have made over the years, noting that those investments have benefited the City, but he expressed concerns regarding traffic, garbage, and water run-off. He also questioned the City’s long-range plan and noted the need for additional housing. Deanna and Brian Herrick expressed their intent to continue farming some of the parcels included in the voluntary annexation. Bieri moved and Mengler seconded to close the public hearing and resume the regular meeting. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda. Quick moved and Koberg seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, renewal of Class B retail alcohol license for Dolgencorp, FYE 2026 annual investment report, July 2026 financial reports, setting fall cleanup day on October 10, 2026 at the compost facility from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., and Resolution 2026-34, Approving and Accepting a Grant of Permanent Easement for Purpose of a Municipal Utility. Roll call ayes: Quick, Koberg, Martinez, Bieri, and Mengler. Motion carried.

August 3, 2026 Minutes. Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve the minutes from August 3, 2026. Motion carried with Koberg abstaining due to absence from meeting.

Voluntary Annexation Petition Application – Resolution 2026-35, Approving the Voluntary Annexation Application and Annexation of Certain Property into the City of Walcott. Koberg stated he also farms a portion of the property proposed to be annexed and that he is not aware that the current use would change at this time. He stated that he does not see any issues with the proposed annexation from the City’s standpoint. Rickertsen reported when a property is annexed into the City it is zoned as agriculture and it was noted that the City is not aware of immediate development plans. Rickertsen will consult with the City Attorney regarding whether the Council may exclude individual parcels from a voluntary annexation. Following discussion, Martinez moved and Mengler seconded to table action on Resolution 2026-35 to the next meeting (September 8, 2026). Motion carried.

Veterans Outreach Center- 5K & 1 Mile Race Routes. Don Arns and Polly Graham were present on behalf of the Veterans Outreach Center to request approval of a 5K and 1-mile race routes on Saturday, April 10, 2027. Arns thanked the City for their past support and presented a plaque. Mengler moved and Koberg seconded to approve the 5K and 1-mile race routes on April 10, 2027, as presented. Motion carried.

Park Board Recommendations.

Installation of Fence Around the Splash Pad. Rickertsen noted that the Park Board recommended approval of installing a fence around the concrete perimeter of the splash pad and shelter, including an additional gate on the south side near the shelter. The cost to add the south gate is $475, bringing the total cost from the low bidder, Sampson Fence, to $10,781. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to approve the Park Board’s recommendation to install fencing around the concrete perimeter of the splash pad and shelter, including a gate on the south side. Motion carried.
Installation of Lights at Pickleball Courts. Rickertsen reported that the Park Board has not made a recommendation at this time to install lights at the pickleball courts.

P&Z Recommendation – Setting Hearing Date for Proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment.

The Planning & Zoning Commission is recommending an amendment to the Future Land Use Map, which includes changing future land use designation for certain areas near the Interstate 80 interchange from commercial to industrial. Bieri moved and Mengler seconded to set a public hearing date for the proposed future land use map amendment for September 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Motion carried.

Walcott Jr. Panthers – Request to Allow Food Trucks on City Streets adjacent to Water Tower Park. Liz Bruns was present to request food trucks be allowed in the parking area on S. Main Street, adjacent to Water Tower Park, during sporting events on Saturdays from September 12^th – October 17^th . Martinez moved and Koberg seconded to approve the request to allow food trucks adjacent to Water Tower Park during sporting events from September 12^th – October 17^th. Motion carried. Games are scheduled to end on October 10^th with October 17^th scheduled as a rain date.

Establishing a Temporary No-Parking Area on the South Side of Memorial Road, Between Main and Grove Streets, in September and October, During Athletic Events at Water Tower Park. Discussion was held on moving the no parking area to the west side of the cemetery. Mengler moved and Quick seconded to approve the temporary no-parking area on the south side of Memorial Road, between Grove Street and the west side of the cemetery. Motion carried. This will be during athletic events at Water Tower Park during the months of September and October.

Appointment by Mayor. Three residents applied for the open position on the Park Board. Mayor Puck appointed Jake Bruns to the Park Board with a term ending on December 31, 2029. Quick moved and Martinez seconded to approve the Mayor’s appointment of Jake Bruns to the Park Board. Motion carried.

Appointment by City Council. One application was received for the vacant position on the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to appoint Kara Schinkel to the Planning and Zoning Commission, term ending December 31, 2029. Motion carried. Schinkel currently serves on the Zoning Board of Adjustments, creating an open seat on that Board.

Public Works Department Report.

2009 GMC 2500 Service Truck. Stagg reported the high bid on GovDeals for the truck was $13,150. Koberg moved and Mengler seconded to sell the 2009 GMC 2500 service truck to the high bidder. Motion carried.
Ford F250 Stock Truck Bed. Stagg reported the high bid on GovDeals for the truck bed was $825. Bieri moved and Koberg seconded to sell the truck bed to the high bidder. Motion carried.

Bieri moved and Mengler seconded to adjourn at 6:34 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

August 17, 2026 Signed Minutes & Claims

August 21, 2026

Meeting Minutes

August 3, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: Kirk Koberg. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. Resident John Brockmann shared concerns regarding contractor bidding opportunities for City maintenance work. He also questioned why the City pays the cost of removing trees located within the City right-of-way rather than requiring adjoining property owners to pay for the removal.

Consent Agenda. Quick moved and Bieri seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, minutes from July 20, 2026, and Resolution 2026-33, Acknowledging New Investment. Roll call ayes: Quick, Bieri, Mengler, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Well #6 Installation Project. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve payment #2 to KE Flatwork, Inc. for $301,678.95 for the Well #6 Installation Project. Motion carried.

Police Department Report. Chief Hill reported on a letter received commending Officer Horihan for his service on a recent emergency call.

Public Works Department Report. Stagg reported the new 2026 Ford F250 service truck has been placed into service. The 2009 GMC 2500 service truck and new stock truck bed from the Ford F250 will be listed for sale on the GovDeals website.

City Clerk Report. Rickertsen reported on the city sponsored youth event in partnership with Wapsi Education Center at Prairie View Park on August 7, 2026. She also reported the City received notice from Scott County regarding an appeal of commercial property assessments, which includes prior assessment years, and if successful would result in a substantial reduction in property tax revenue to the City.

Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:07 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

August 3, 2026 Signed Minutes & Claims

August 7, 2026

Meeting Minutes

July 20, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: None. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. North Scott Press reporter Noah Glasgow was in attendance.

Consent Agenda. Koberg moved and Quick seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, minutes from July 6, 2026, June 2026 financial reports, Resolution 2026-30 Adopting the June 2026 Supplement to the Code of Ordinances, and Resolution 2026-31 Designating the Official Location of Posting Public Meeting Notices and Establishing Official Website Posting. Roll call ayes: Koberg, Quick, Bieri, Mengler, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried.

CBI Bank & Trust Street Closure Request, 125’ of W. Bryant Street, for Summer Community Cookout on July 29, 2026 (rain date August 5, 2026) from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Koberg questioned why food trucks are not allowed when a street closure has been approved. Rickertsen explained the City Code states it is unlawful to sell goods on a street without prior council permission. She noted that requests for food trucks on streets should be submitted with the street closure request so they can be considered by the Council. Koberg moved and Martinez seconded to approve the street closure request from CBI Bank & Trust on July 29, 2026, with a rain date of August 5, 2026, closing a portion of W. Bryant Street between Main Street and the west side of the bank parking lot (approximately 125’) from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Motion carried.

Park Board Recommendation – Installation of Fence Around the Splash Pad. Martinez reported she attended the Park Board meeting to request installation of a fence around the splash pad for safety reasons. The proposed fence would enclose the concrete area surrounding the splash pad and shelter. Mengler moved to approve the installation of a fence around the splash pad with the low bid from Sampson Fence. The motion died due to a lack of a second. Koberg stated he believes an additional study is needed, especially due to individuals at the splash pad utilizing the adjacent grass areas. Discussion followed regarding the potential addition of a gate on the south side adjacent to the shelter. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to direct the Park Board to revisit the fence, including consideration of adding a rear (south) gate and to obtain updated bids. Motion carried.

Voluntary Annexation Petition. Resolution 2026-32, Setting a Date for Public Hearing on a Proposed Voluntary Annexation to the City of Walcott. The voluntary annexation request is from 3 property owners, Iowa 80 Group, Inc., Exit 284 Land & Development, Inc., Avery Land & Farming LLC with a total of 336.67 acres of agricultural land. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve Resolution 2026-32, Setting a Date for Public Hearing on a Proposed Voluntary Annexation to the City of Walcott. Roll call ayes: Mengler, Bieri, Quick, Koberg, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried. The public hearing is scheduled for August 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

City Clerk Report. Rickertsen reported that Bob Taylor is ready to move forward on acquiring the 60‘ of unimproved right-of-way (ROW) adjacent to his business that he previously presented to the Council. This item will be placed on an upcoming meeting agenda.

Mayor and Council Member Comments. Mayor Puck and Council members thanked the Walcott Day Committee members, volunteers, participants, and the Public Works, Police, and Fire Departments for making the Walcott Day weekend a success.

Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:21 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

July 20, 2026 Signed Minutes & Claims

July 22, 2026

Meeting Minutes

July 6, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: None. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

Approval of Agenda. Bieri moved and Quick seconded to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. Mike Sissel, Brenda Arp, John Brockmann, Ben McKibbin, Joe Hahn, Mike Avise, Will Belz, John Kostichek, Bob Peters, and Jeff Curler were present. Brenda Arp expressed safety concerns on W. Cedar Lane Drive. She noted excessive speeding and that vehicles, including golf carts and bikes, failing to stop at stop signs on the side streets before entering W. Cedar Lane Drive. Chief Hill stated he can increase patrol presence and request a speed trailer for the area. John Brockmann stated he would like to see some of curbs and catch basins painted prior to the Walcott Day parade, noting that some other communities do similar painting. Stagg reported that all street areas required to be painted are painted. Walcott Lions members, John Kostichek, Bob Peters, and Jeff Curler presented a $1,000 donation to the Walcott Fire Department. Chief Joe Hahn and 1^st Assistant Chief Ben McKibbin accepted the donation and Mayor Puck thanked the Lions for their contribution. Belz reported on his concerns regarding enforcement of vehicles located in the right-of-way (ROW). Mayor Puck requested a list of other vehicles from Belz and stated he would look into it. He noted the primary issue with Belz’s tagged vehicles is that they were located in the ROW and were unlicensed and inoperable.

Consent Agenda. Bieri moved and Quick seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, renewal of Class B retail alcohol licenses for Pilot Travel Center #043 and #268, Resolution 2026-27 Transfer of Funds for Fiscal Ending June 30, 2026, and Resolution 2026-28 Transfer of Funds. Roll call ayes: Bieri, Quick, Martinez, Koberg, and Mengler. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Minutes from June 15, 2026. Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve the minutes from June 15, 2026. Motion carried with Quick and Koberg abstaining due to absence from the meeting.

Recreational Trail Advisory Committee. Mike Avise was present on behalf of the Recreational Trail Advisory Committee and reported on the request to apply for a grant.

Request to Submit a Resource Enhancement and Protection Grant (REAP) Grant for the Recreational Trail Phase 2 Extension Project. Mengler moved and Koberg seconded to approve the submission of a REAP grant for the proposed recreational trail extension project. Motion carried.

Discussion of City-Owned Property. Review and Potential Action Regarding the Inquiry on Selling the City-Owned Lot Located at the Southeast Corner of Main and Lincoln Streets. Chief Hahn reported this property is considered a potential site for a future fire station.Following discussion, Koberg moved and Mengler seconded to table action on the inquiry to a future meeting in order to further explore options with the Fire Department. Motion carried.

Well #6 Installation Project – Payment #1 to K.E. Flatwork, Inc. for $95,766.16. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve payment #1 to K.E. Flatwork, Inc., as recommended by the City Engineer, in the amount of $95,766.16. Motion carried.

Walcott Day Events.

Parade Approval and Temporary Closure of Parade Route Streets on July 18, 2026. Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve the Walcott Day Parade route and temporary closure of associated route streets on July 18, 2026. Motion carried. The parade route will start at the school on E. James Street, turn south on Main Street, and end on E. Lincoln Street.
Street Closures. Martinezmoved and Bieri seconded to approve closing E. James Street, between N. Henry and N. Downey Streets; N. Henry Street, between James and Lincoln Streets; E. Otis Street, between Main and Downey Streets; and N. Downey Street, between James and Otis Streets on July 18, 2026. Motion carried.
Fireworks Contribution. Following discussion, Bieri moved and Martinez seconded to approve a contribution of $2,000 to the Walcott Day Committee for the community fireworks display on July 17, 2026. Motion carried.
5K Race Route. Bieri moved and Quick seconded to approve the 5K race route as presented on July 18, 2026. Motion carried.
Approval to Close Heritage Recreational Trail for Kids Run and Fireworks on July 17^th.
Quick moved and Mengler seconded to close Heritage Recreational Trail at Prairie View Park for the kids run and fireworks on July 17, 2026. Motion carried. The fireworks rain date is on July 18, 2026
Approval of Bounce Houses on Closed Portion of N. Henry Street. Martinez moved and Koberg seconded to allow bounce houses on the closed portion of N. Henry Street on July 18, 2026. Motion carried.
Police Part-Time Wage Increase during Walcott Day Events. Due to the pay differences between officers paid by the City and those paid by the Walcott Day Committee, Mengler moved and Koberg seconded to approve a special wage of $33.18/hour for part-time police officers working for the City during Walcott Day events on July 17^th and 18^th. Motion carried.

Police Department Report.

Resolution 2026-29, Approving Agreement with the University of Iowa for Law Enforcement Assistance at University of Iowa Special Events. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to approve Resolution 2026-29, Agreement with the University of Iowa for Law Enforcement Assistance at University of Iowa Special Events.Roll call Yes: Koberg, Bieri, Mengler, Quick, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried.

City Clerk Report. Rickertsen reported on a project worksheet to upgrade the city phone system, utilizing the City’s current IT provider, Platinum Information Services.

New Phone System Service – Platinum Information Services. Koberg moved and Martinez seconded to approve the new system as presented. Motion carried.

Council Member Comments. Council member comments included appreciation to the volunteers and participants involved in the recent fastpitch tournament and compliments on the condition of the parks; reminders for all operators (vehicles, bikes, golf carts, etc.) to obey traffic rules; and the opening of a new business, Walcott Commons, was acknowledged and welcomed to the community. Individuals interested in volunteering for Walcott Day activities are encouraged to contact Lisa Mengler.

Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:46 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

July 20, 2026 Signed Minutes and Claims

July 10, 2026

Meeting Minutes

June 15, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Bobbie Martinez, and Lisa Mengler. Absent: Kirk Koberg and Joe Quick. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. None.

Consent Agenda. Bieri moved and Mengler seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, minutes from June 1, 2026, annual retail tobacco license renewals for Casey’s General Store #1922 and two locations at Iowa 80 Truckstop, and Resolution 2026-26 – Transfer of Funds. Roll call ayes: Bieri, Mengler, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Walcott Unified Fund – Temporary Fences at Wescott & Victory Parks for Fastpitch Tournament. The men’s fastpitch tournament is scheduled for June 26^th – 28^th. A request was submitted for approval of temporary fencing at both Wescott Park and Victory Park for the tournament. Martinez moved and Bieri seconded to approve the request allowing temporary fencing to be installed at Wescott Park and Victory Park from June 24^th to June 29^th. Motion carried.

Consideration of Third and Final Reading of Ordinance 563-26, Amending Chapter 92 Pertaining to Water Rates. Ordinance 563-26, representing a 5% increase, establishes a minimum monthly bill of $24.71 and usage over 1,400 gallons shall be $0.00687 per gallon, effective with the July 1, 2026 billing. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve the third and final reading to adopt Ordinance 563-26. Roll call ayes: Mengler, Bieri, and Martinez. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Consideration of Third and Final Reading of Ordinance 564-26, Amending Chapter 99 Pertaining to Sewer Rates. Ordinance 564-26, representing a 5% increase, establishes a minimum monthly bill of $21.02 and a usage rate of $.00705 for each gallon of water used per month over 1,400 gallons, effective with the July 1, 2026 billing. Bieri moved and Martinez seconded to approve the third and final reading to adopt Ordinance 564-26. Roll call ayes: Bier, Martinez, and Mengler. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Police Department Report. Chief Hill reported on the grant award from Scott County Regional Authority for the purchase of body cameras. Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to approve the grant agreement with Scott County Regional Authority for the body cameras. Motion carried. Chief Hill presented a project worksheet to purchase four body cameras. Martinez moved and Bieri seconded to approve the purchase and payment of four body cameras from Axon at a cost of $16,799.20. Motion carried.

Public Works Department Report. Stagg reported the Touch-A-Truck event was a success and thanked Liqui-Grow, MedForce, and Needham Excavating for participating. Questions arose on the equipment located at the intersection of Walcott Road and Main Street and projected timeline for completion. Staff noted that this is not a City project and the expected completion date is currently unknown but the area is to be restored after completion.

City Clerk Report. Rickertsen reported on the ECIA Home Repair Program, which provides grant funding to eligible Walcott residents for qualifying property improvements. A flyer is available at City Hall.

Mayor Report. Mayor Puck thanked city staff for helping with the Touch-A-Truck event and also extended thanks and appreciation to Liqui-Grow, MedForce, and Needham Excavating for participating.

Mengler moved and Bieri seconded to adjourn at 6:20 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

June 15, 2026 Signed Minutes & Claims

June 19, 2026

Meeting Minutes

May 28, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes

A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Council members present were: Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Absent: Everett Bieri and Kirk Koberg. Lisa Rickertsen, City Clerk, was also present.

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

Discussion and Potential Vote on New Class C Retail Alcohol and Outdoor Service Area License for the Lamp Liter, Inc. Rickertsen reported that the previous license for the Lamp Liter, Inc. expired on May 16, 2026, and the establishment has not been authorized to serve alcohol since that date. She also reported that notifications were provided to the business owner by both the City and the Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division in advance of the expiration date. Clint Kutcher, business owner, arrived at 5:03 p.m. Mengler moved and Quick seconded to approve the new Class C Retail Alcohol and Outdoor Service Area License for the Lamp Liter, Inc. Motion carried. Rickertsen reiterated to Kutcher that he may not serve alcohol until the Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division approves and issues a new alcohol license.

Martinez and Mengler seconded to adjourn at 5:04 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

May 28, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes

June 5, 2026

Meeting Minutes

June 1, 2026 Minutes

The semi-monthly meeting of the City Council of Walcott, Iowa, was held on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Walcott City Hall. Mayor Jacob Puck called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council members present: Everett Bieri, Kirk Koberg, Bobbie Martinez, Lisa Mengler, and Joe Quick. Staff present: Adam Hill, Lisa Rickertsen, and Paul Stagg.

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

Introduction of Audience/Public Comments. Residents in attendance were: Bret Lacher, Joe Aubry, Jordan Orcutt, John Brockmann, and Felisha Lacher. North Scott Press reporter, Noah Glasgow, was also present. Aubry questioned the status of the slide replacement at Victory Park. The City is still waiting on the new slide to arrive from the supplier.

Consent Agenda. Quick moved and Martinez seconded to approve the consent agenda including the invoices, minutes from May 18, 2026, fireworks permit for Walcott Day display at Prairie View Park on July 17, 2026 (rain date July 18^th), and Class F Retail Alcohol license renewal for the Walcott Legion Post #548. Motion carried.

Minutes from May 28, 2026 Special Meeting. Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve the minutes from May 28, 2026. Motion carried with Koberg and Bieri abstaining due to absence from meeting.

Street Closure Request for the City Touch-a-Truck event on June 13, 2026, W. Otis Street between Parker Street and the Tennis Court and Parker Street between James and W. Otis Streets from 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Koberg moved and Bieri seconded to approve the street closure request as presented for the City sponsored Touch-A-Truck event on June 13, 2026. Motion carried. The event will be held at Wescott Park on Saturday, June 13^th from 9:00 a.m.– 11:00 a.m. Attendees may arrive anytime during the event hours.

Policy & Administration Committee (Mengler & Martinez) Recommendations

Resolution 2026-24, Setting Wages for Employees of the City of Walcott, Iowa for Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026. Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve Resolution 2026-24, Setting Wages for Employees of the City of Walcott, Iowa for Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2026. Roll call ayes: Mengler, Martinez, Koberg, Bieri, and Quick. Motion carried. This reflects a 4% wage increase.
Resolution 2026-25, Approving Amendments to the Personnel Policy Handbook. Mengler moved and Martinez seconded to approve Resolution 2026-25, Approving Amendments to the Personnel Policy Handbook.Mengler, Martinez, Koberg, Bieri, and Quick. Motion carried.

Walcott Commons

Street Closure Request for Walcott Commons on June 12, 2026, a portion of E. Bryant Street, adjacent to 116 E. Bryant Street from 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Felisha Lacher requested permission to close a portion of E. Bryant Street for the grand opening celebration for Walcott Commons. Koberg moved and Martinez seconded to approve the request to close a portion of E. Bryant Street, from Main Street to the east side of the building at 116 E. Bryant Street on June 12, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Motion carried.
Amendment to Walcott Commons Class C Retail Alcohol License for Temporary Outdoor Service on June 12, 2026. Martinez moved and Mengler seconded to approve the amendment to the Class C Retail Alcohol License for Walcott Commons on June 12, 2026, as presented. Motion carried.

Consideration of Second Reading of Ordinance 563-26, Amending Chapter 92 Pertaining to Water Rates. Ordinance 563-26, representing a 5% increase, establishes a minimum monthly bill of $24.71 and usage over 1,400 gallons shall be $0.00687 per gallon, effective with the July 1, 2026 billing. Bieri moved and Koberg seconded to approve the second reading to adopt Ordinance 563-26. Roll call ayes: Bieri, Koberg, Martinez, Mengler, and Quick. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Consideration of Second Reading of Ordinance 564-26, Amending Chapter 99 Pertaining to Sewer Rates. Ordinance 564-26, representing a 5% increase, establishes a minimum monthly bill of $21.02 and a usage rate of $.00705 for each gallon of water used per month over 1,400 gallons, effective with the July 1, 2026 billing. Quick moved and Mengler seconded to approve the second reading to adopt Ordinance 564-26. Roll call ayes: Quick, Mengler, Bieri, Martinez, and Koberg. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Police Department Report. Chief Hill reported on the recent Bike Rodeo event and thanked the following sponsors: Burt Clinic of Chiropractic, Iowa 80 Truckstop, Wal-Mart (W. Kimberly Road), Trek Bicycle, Jerry and Sparky’s Bicycle Shop, and the University of Iowa Safety Store. He also thanked Council Member Bieri and Deputy City Clerk, Trish Moses, for volunteering their time and the Walcott School and Principal Garnica for allowing use of the school parking lot for the Bike Rodeo.

Public Works Department Report. Stagg reported a local business inquired whether the City Council would consider the sale of the former lumberyard lot (SE corner of Lincoln and Main Streets). Council consensus was to place the matter on a future agenda for discussion, tentatively scheduled for July 6, 2026.

Mayor’s Report. Mayor Puck extended thanks to the Walcott Legion for conducting the Memorial Day service at the cemetery.

Council Comments. Council expressed thanks to Lacher for the property improvements and noted the community’s excitement for the new business. Bieri thanked the Police Department for hosting the Bike Rodeo. Martinez inquired about the possibility of a fence around the splash pad; this will be placed on the July 6^th Park Board agenda.

Koberg moved and Mengler seconded to adjourn at 6:23 p.m. Motion carried. All votes on motions were unanimous, unless noted.

June 1, 2026 Signed Minutes & Claims

June 5, 2026