Minutes

Regular City Council meetings are held the second Monday of the month and are held at the City Hall beginning at 7:00 p.m. Council meetings are open to the public. Individuals wishing to submit written requests to the Mayor and City Council may bring letters to the City Clerk’s office for delivery by the first Thursday of each month.
Citizens may also address the Mayor and Council on non-agenda government related items during the visitor’s section of each regular Council meeting. The Council may not take action at this meeting due to requirements of the Open Meetings Law; the issue may be made a part of a future Council agenda.

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The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held January 11, 2021 at the Memorial Hall due to Covid 19 restrictions. Council members present were Huston, Taylor, Leonard, Scott, and Willman.  Staff present: Dirks and Tjaden.   Visitors: Derek Lumsden-JCED director, Jackie Luckstead-JC ISU-extension and representatives for 101 W. Main Street.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for December 2020

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed USDA grant for the furnaces at the Learning Center at 7:00 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to close the Public Hearing at 7:01 p.m.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Willman to approve Resolution approving USDA amendment to contract With WHKS for water project. Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1964.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve contract prices with L.L. Pelling for FY 2022.  Will also get price using larger stone from Behrends Quarry.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1965.
Public Works report was reviewed.
Jackie Luckstead addressed the Council regarding the Extensions Summer Camp.  Council will look at during budget workshop.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution to apply for the Catalyst grant for the Nixon building and a match of $5,000 towards stabilizing the East wall and/or curb and parking area.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1966.
Sheriff’s report was reviewed.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to table Jones County Sheriff’s contract for FY 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Casey’s and Holly’s Town Supermarket Liquor Licenses contingent upon fire inspections.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution to approving applying for the USDA grant for furnaces at the Learning Center.  Grant amount of $2,667.00 and center share of $4,973.00.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1967.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve Resolution setting Public Hearing for FY 2022 Max Levy for February 8th.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1968.
Wages for 2020 report was given.

Agnitsch, Steve                 Mayor                                             $2,000.00

Bahrke, Levi                      Public Works/Calkins                    $25,905.89

Dirks, Richelle                    City Hall                                          $7,073.92

Gravel, Rod                       Public Works                                 $36,970.25

Huston, Kyle                     Council                                               $480.00

Johnson, Lucille                 Library                                             $4,130.76

Leonard, Kevin                  Council                                               $560.00

Rushford, Nicole                Library                                             $6,751.27

Scott, Lee                          Council                                               $520.00

Taylor, Craig                     Council                                               $600.00

Tjaden, Sheri                     City Hall                                        $35,731.24

Vacek, Emma                    Library                                             $4,515.00

Willman, Allen                    Council/Calkins                               $1,435.00

Wright, Shirley                   Library                                                $286.00

$126,959.33

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve Resolution to amend employee policy book for part time sick, vacation and holiday hours.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1969.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve the FY 2020 annual examination report from the auditor.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve Resolution to appoint the Anamosa Journal-Eureka as the official publication.  Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1970.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution to appoint City Attorney-Janette Voss/Remley, Willems, McQuillen and Voss. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1971.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to appoint Mayor Pro- tem -Huston with standing committees same as last year. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1972.
Budget meeting will be held Monday, January 18^th at City Hall, 6:15 p.m.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

2020  Minutes

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held December 14, 2020 at the Memorial Hall due to Covid 19 restrictions. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Staff:  Tjaden.  Derek Lumsden-Jones County Economic Development, Rachel Nixon-Zapo Nixon LLC and Jon Larson-Hall & Hall Engineering.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for November 2020

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve going with SUDAS recommendations for insurance amounts for the West Webster Street water project.   Roll call vote.  Ayes-Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Huston to approve Surface Transportation Block Grant application for North Washington Street.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1957.
Public Works report was reviewed.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to look at East side of 101 W. Main St. for possible in-kind match for the Catalyst Grant for the Zapo Nixen property.   Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to approve solar contract.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1958.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve the ECIASSO safety health management program for 2021.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.   Clerk assigned Resolution # 1959.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for Longevity pay for City employees.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1960.
Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve setting Public Hearing on USDA grant for the furnaces at the Learning Center.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Resolution # 1961.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve selling shed at the Learning Center for “Best Offer”  to previous interested parties with Mayor discretion.  If none are interested will advertise for sale.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Learning Center Loan was discussed.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve agreement with gworks for the meter software update.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Resolution #1962.
Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve 2021 prices with Wendling Quarries.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.   Clerk assigned Resolution # 1963.
Budget workshop dates are January 18^th and 25^th if needed.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to adjourn at 7:53 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held November 9, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Taylor and Willman. Absent: Scott. Staff: Tjaden and Gravel. Derek Lumsden-Jones County Economic Development.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda. Roll call vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
AFLAC EMP INSURANCE $ 127.80
AGVANTAGE FS FUEL $ 375.99
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SNEEZE GUARD/LADDER PART $ 81.95
BACKYARD GARDENS CALKINS SERV $ 217.50
BAKER & TAYLOR LIBR SUP $ 82.68
BARD MATERIALS WA SUP $ 30.00
CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT EMPL GARNISHMENT $ 46.12
CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT GARNISHMENT $ 135.00
CASEY’S BUSINESS MASTERCARD FUEL $ 267.95
CHEM RIGHT LABORATORIES WA/SW SERV $ 223.00
CHEM RIGHT LABORATORIES SW SERV $ 140.00
CITY OF WYOMING TRANSFER SW $ 13,236.00
CITY OF WYOMING UTILITIES $ 363.20
CMD SECURITY SOLUTIONS CALKINS/CITY SERV $ 62.00
DORSEY & WHITNEY LLP TIF $ 6,550.50
GWORKS LICENSE/1099 FORMS $ 3,903.76
HALL & HALL ENGINEEERS N WASHINGTON ST $ 553.50
HAWKINS WA SUP $ 747.58
HOLIDAY INN AIRPORT IMFOA $ 201.60
HOLLY’S TOWN SUPER MARKET CITY SUP $ 15.00
IOWA ASSOC OF MUNICIPAL UTIL DUES $ 332.40
IOWA ONE CALL WA SERV $ 5.40
IPERS RETIREMENT $ 1,536.03
IRS WITHHOLDING $ 1,916.91
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL CALKINS/CITY SUP $ 1,137.31
JONES COUNTY SOLID WASTE DUES $ 643.75
JOURNAL-EUREKA LEGALS $ 64.29
KLUESNER SANITATION CONTRACT $ 3,357.90
KOCH OFFICE GROUP CITY SUP $ 61.75
KROMMINGA MOTORS INC ST SERV $ 417.62
MICHELLE HANSEN LIBR SUP $ 81.61
PER MAR SECURITY SERVICES LIB SERV $ 2,088.63
QUILL CORPORATION CITY SUP $ 101.39
REMLEY WILLEMS MCQUILLEN VOSS CITY/WA SERV $ 1,011.25
ROD GRAVEL CLOTHING/MILEAGE $ 142.78
SPAHN & ROSE CITY SUP $ 75.17
TREASURER, STATE OF IOWA WA TAX $ 761.00
U.S. CELLULAR CITY SERV $ 117.43
UNITED HEALTHCARE INSURANCE $ 6,420.48
USA BLUEBOOK SW SUP $ 86.96
USA BLUEBOOK WA SUP $ 142.67
USDA CHILDCARE LOAN $ 1,424.00
VISA LIBR/CITY SUP $ 291.26
VISA CARD CALKINS SUP $ 67.85
WENDLING QUARRIES CITY SUP $ 105.36
WYOMING AUTO CITY SUP $ 27.26
WYOMING MUTUAL TELEPHONE CO. LIBR/CALKINS/CITY SUP $ 877.72
TOTAL $ 50,657.31

Revenue and Expenses for October 2020
Funds Revenue Expenses
General 52830.10 10292.21
Library Regular 15749.58 2330.78
Library Special 207.68 73.86
Wyoming Hist. Museum 258.18 26.69
Calkins 6.40 2690.52
Calkins Barn 606.38
Road Use Tax 4453.81 5025.52
Trust & Agency 9632.04 2632.19
Local Option Sales Tax 4350.17
Rohwedder Trust 13.49
Water 14494.60 44991.29
Deposits 100.00 100.00
Sewer 24990.83 23390.52
Sewer Sinking 13236.00
Storm Sewer 317.05 679.50
Childcare Enterprise 400.71
Childcare Reserve 1424.00
Totals 141647.02 93657.08

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve have MVP repair of flow meter at the lift station, quote was $3,490. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve meter/meter reading software from Smart Earth Technologies and gworks. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Public Works report was given.
Moved by Huston seconded by William to approve the Legion putting a Freedom Rock at Midway Park. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve chicken permit for 510 E. Main Street contingent upon final adjoining property owners’ signature. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report was reviewed.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve AD&D Insurance for Wyoming Fire and Midland Ambulance in the amount of $566.20. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve solar contract contingent on clarification from City attorney. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Annual examination contract with Hogan and Hanson. They were the only firm submitting a proposal. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1956.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to not purchase property by old state shed. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
The City and Lumsden are looking for options regarding the Learning Center.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to approve using deposit box for City business and calling City Hall is customers need something, due to increase in Covid 19 cases. Masks required due to small lobby. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Lumsden will contact a previous board member to see if they are interested in representing Wyoming for the Jones County Economic Development board.
Lumsden also presented information on the Catalyst program for a building downtown.
Clerk updated Council on North Washington Street project and will have it on the December agenda.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 7:51 p.m. All aye. Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held October 12, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Taylor and Willman.  Absent:  Scott.  Staff:  Dirks, Bahrke, Tjaden and Gravel.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for September 2020

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve  easement agreements for the W. Wester Street Water Project.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Public Works report was reviewed.
Sheriff’s report for August was reviewed.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard,  Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1954.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve amended Resolution for Covid 19 reimbursement.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Huston, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1955.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Huston to adjourn at 7:20 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held September 14, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Taylor, Willman and Scott.  Staff:  Dirks, Bahrke, Tjaden and Gravel.   Visitors:  Steve Harms and Jeff Eggert.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for August 2020

Visitors- Eggert discussed his plans for a building permit with the Council.  Harm discussed ditching in front of his property.
Larson from Hall & Hall discussed upcoming funding for the North Washington Street project.  City is looking for swap funds under the STBG DOT program. Hall will attend upcoming zoom meeting for preapplications.
Mayor Agnitsch opened the public hearing on the FY2021 budget amendment at 7:25 p.m.  Budget would be amending 103,001 in expenses for storm sewer and sewer VFD not done in 2020, W. Webster Street water project and sidewalk and street expenses, N. Washington Street project, updated meter reader software and health insurance.  No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to close the public hearing at 7:26.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to approve Resolution amending FY 2021 Budget.  Roll call vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1944.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve engagement letter with bonding attorneys for the W Webster St. water project in an amount not to exceed $12,000.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1945.
Public Works report-included DNR water inspection report.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve the tree bid from Country Landscaping at $5,475.  Other bid was from Dunkel Land Improvement for 6,800.      Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Discussion was held on updated meter readings due to old readers not being available anymore.  Will discuss at next meeting.
Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to apply to IDOT for closure of Main Street during the Christmas City Celebration in case it is held.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Trick or Treat hours from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 31^st for those who want to participate.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report for August  was reviewed.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the Cigarette License for Dollar General. Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for Covid 19 reimbursement.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Huston, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1948.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve agreement with USDA for Covid 19 payment deferral on Learning Center.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Huston, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1949.
Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor for Clerk to move forward with applying for USDA facilities grant/loan for Learning Center HVAC.  Roll call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by  Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for procurement policy for Federal Grant.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1951.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to remove Nichole Rushford from credit cards and add Lucile Johnson for Library credit cards as Librarian.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1952.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve transfer of $1,226.00 from Learning Center enterprise to Learning Center sinking fund for sale of items purchased with USDA grant funds.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1953.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO STANDARD PENALTY.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve WAIVING SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO STANDARD PENALTY.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO STANDARD PENALTY.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Ordinance # 422.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO TOBACCO USE.  Roll call vote.  Ayes-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve WAIVING SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO TOBACCO USE.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO TOBACCO USE.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Ordinance # 423.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve WAIVING SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.  Roll call vote.  Ayes-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Ordinance # 424.
Clerk reported on Notice to Abates that had been sent this past month.
Moved by Huston seconded Scott to approve Clerk attending IMFOA in October.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 8:12 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

A special meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held August 24, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Huston, Leonard, Taylor, Willman and Scott.  Staff:  Hingtgen- WHKS, Tjaden and Gravel.   Visitors: Derek Lumsden- JCED, Hayden, Eichhorn, Wright, Knake and Klein.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on sidewalks and ramps at the West Webster Street water project.  Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve ADA at W Green and Maple- South side, Green and State- South side, Maple and W Webster and W Webster and State-W side and removing steps.  Roll call vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve applying for the WTFAP grant.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve sending out notice for quotes for tree removal.  Roll Call Vote.   Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve easement with Michauds regarding removal of four center trees is dirt is removed.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve allocation of $100 to the Maquoketa River Watershed Management.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1942.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve applying for FEMA grants for standby generators for the Wyoming Vol. Fire Co. and Midland Ambulance.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on the Learning Center.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve RFP for 2021-2023 annual examination.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for Calkins wages for Levi Bahrke at $15.00 per hour.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1943.

Moved by Huston seconded by  Taylor to approve  update from Simmering-Cory & Iowa Codification.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded Leonard approve FYE 2020 Annual Report.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Nuisance to abate properties were discussed.  Boat will be cleaned up Labor Day weekend.  Property on the corner needs to removed crashed vehicles.  Semi-trailers were discussed also and a camper.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 8:34 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

August 10, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held August 10, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Taylor, Willman and Scott.  Staff:  Tjaden and Gravel.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for July 2020

Public Works report-Rebuild of waste water chlorinated for $2,750 from MVP was approved.  Today’s storm debris can be taken to lagoons for smaller and old DOT shop for larger.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve the Clerk’s office working with the Lion’s Club regarding a community enotes for a trial of three months.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report for June and July were reviewed.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve the FYE Street Finance Report. Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1937.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Hogan & Hansen performing the FYE 2020 annual report for $4,400.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1936.|
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve LP contract with AgVantage FS at $.92.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1938.
Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve setting Public Hearing for FY 2021 Budget Amendment.  Roll call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1939.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1940.
Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to approve Resolution for tax abatement at 104 Kennedy Drive.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1941.
Iowa League of Cities Conference will be online Sept. 16-18 for those interested.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 7:15 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

July 13, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held July 13, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Taylor, Willman, Scott and Leonard.  Staff:  Tjaden and Bahrke.  Visitors present:  Derek Lumsden-JCED and Jason Gideon-Energy Consultants Group.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for June 2020

Gideon presented Solar Energy options to the City at no cost.  Solar panels would be placed at the water tower and sewer plant.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve solar panels contingent upon attorney’s review.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to approve the USDA Letter of Conditions for the water loan/grant project on W. Webster Street.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve the USDA Resolution for water loan/grant.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1929.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to apply for a USDA  facilities grant for the sidewalk ramp that would be needed on the W. Webster St. water project.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Clerk reported that additional costs not funded by USDA for the water project could be paid from Streets and the General fund.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to have Larson talk to the Jones County Engineer and ECICOG committees regarding the North Washington Street project.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Public Works report was reviewed.  Jones Street Bridge project, ditch project will begin in August and fence at lagoons were discussed.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to contact Mark Dlask to set up a City wide clean-up day for Wyoming.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Resolution adopting the Jones County Hazard Mitigation Plan.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1930.

Junk Vehicles were discussed.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve Dollar General Class C Beer Permit (BC), Wine and Sunday Sales contingent upon floor plan and fire inspection being submitted.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to approve Proclamation regarding Health Care and re-amortization of  USDA loan repayment at end of deferral period for the child care center.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1931.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve placing an ad for the rest of the Learning Center to lease.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for Debt Service Fund Balance to be transferred to the General Fund.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1932.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for Library Directors wages at $11.50.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1933.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1934.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for amending the Employee Handbook regarding sections on Full Time and Part Time.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1935.

Clerk reported on FYE 2020 reports for water, sewer, storm sewer and FYE 2020 fund balances.  Also amendments that will be needed to FY 2021 Budget.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to approve Deputy Clerks vacation hours at  15 hours due to Covid.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Maquoketa watershed will be on the next agenda.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 8:15 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

June 8, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held June 8, 2020 at the Calkins Barn basement. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Taylor, Huston, Willman, Scott and Leonard.  Staff:  Tjaden, Gravel and Bahrke.  Visitors present:  Dan Hingtgen-WHKS, Jason Gideon-Energy Consultants Group, Jr. Brodersen-Calkins Board and Jon Larson-Hall & Hall.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for May 2020

Gideon presented Solar Energy options to the City at no cost.  Solar panels would be placed at the water tower, sewer plant and grass area of Calkin’s parking lot/shed.  Willman and Brodersen expressed concern regarding panels on the Calkin’s parking lot grass area.  Proposal is not feasible for investor without the Calkin’s property.

Engineer Hingtgen from WHKS gave a review of the West Webster Street Water Project costs that USDA will not fund.  USDA grant/loan committee will meet on the 10^th.  City should hear from USDA after that.  May hold a Special Meeting.

Engineer Larson from Hall & Hall presented a proposal of $11,000 for preparing grants and funding for the N. Washington Street Project.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve amendment to contract with Hall & Hall.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1924.

Larson gave report on ideas for Rail Road Street drainage.  Gravel will check with Ballou at the phone company to see if they will ditch the area with their mini-hoe.

Public Works reported on areas where drainage is a problem including 116 W. Webster Street.

Clerk will check with Kluesner’s on cost of a clean-up day.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to proceed with Municipal Citation on Notice to Abate properties.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Sheriff’s report was reviewed.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve 2021 Cigarette Permits for Casey’s and Holly’s STM.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to extend Open burning to July 1.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1925.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve the Learning Center Agreement with school with amendment to NE room.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to table sealed bids on the storage shed at the Learning Center.  Newspaper did not publish the ad.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to send letter with more information on the USDA Deferral Request due to Covid-19.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for Clerk to pay bills due June 30, 2020.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1926.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve wage Resolution for Wyoming City Employees for FY 2021 with a 3% raise.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1927.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to include change of 35 hours for Tjaden and 20 hours for Dirks.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution to transfer funds from Emergency Levy to the General Fund.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution #1928.

Moved by Taylor seconded by  Leonard to defer annual 2% water increase to July 1, 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to defer annual 2 % water increase until July 1, 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Willman to re-appoint Fishwild and Eichhorn to Wyoming Historical Museum Board, Stacy Agnitsch to Board of Adjustment and Dustin Klein to Planning and Zoning for renewing terms.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Mowing lawns was discussed.  Next meeting will be held at City Hall.

Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 8:36 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

May 11, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held May 11, 2020 at the Calkins Barn basement. Due to the COVID-19 virus, this meeting was held electronically.  Chapter 21.8 of the Iowa Code does permit an electronic meeting where all members participate remotely when an in-person meeting is impossible or impractical. On March 19, 2020, Governor Reynolds issued a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency which included a suspension of Iowa laws that would prevent the use of electronic meetings or the limitation on the number of people present at an in-person meeting site.  Therefore, Mayor Agnitsch, Gravel, Bahrke, Taylor, Huston, Willman, Scott, Leonard and City Clerk Sheri Tjaden were present at Calkins Barn.  Also, Jones County Director-Derek Lumsden and Jon Larson-Hall & Hall.  The agenda and the City’s social media had this message posted to give instructions on how others could participate. Engineer present electronically was Dan Hingtgen-WHKS.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for April 2020

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the FY 2020 Budget amendment at 7:05.  No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to close the Public Hearing at 7:07.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Engineer Larson from Hall & Hall gave an overview of the N. Washington Street Project.  Funding will be looked into.  Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to have Larson come back with a proposal for helping with funding.  Roll call vote.

Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Gravel gave Public Works report.  Street signs were discussed.

Engineer Hingtgen from WHKS gave a review of the West Webster Street Water Project.  ADA ramp at N. State and W. Webster street funding is being looked into.  Waiting to hear from USDA on funding.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve FY 2021 Street repair list with LL Pelling at $64,098.40.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1918.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve 2019 Water Quality Report to be mailed out with June billings.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1920.

Sheriff’s report was reviewed.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to extend the Chicken permits this year due to the Covid-19.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to apply for Wyoming Fair Parade Permit.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to have City Attorney look at a Noise Ordinance.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve Resolution for FY 2020 Budget Amendment.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1917.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve the Learning Center Agreement with school.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1921.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to take sealed bids on the storage shed at the Learning Center.  Bids due June 5^th at Noon.  Bids opened at the June meeting.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to ask for the USDA Deferral Request due to Covid-19.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to amend Resolution for funeral flowers public purpose up to $80.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1922.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve wage Resolution for Wyoming Public Library employees at $10.50 per hour.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1923.

Moved by Taylor seconded by  Leonard for Clerk’s attending Academy and Clerk’s institute.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve Council attending Small Cities Workshop online.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Next meeting will be held at the Calkins Barn Basement.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 8:47 p.m. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

April 13, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held April 13, 2020 at the City Hall. Due to the COVID-19 virus, this meeting was held electronically.  Chapter 21.8 of the Iowa Code does permit an electronic meeting where all members participate remotely when an in-person meeting is impossible or impractical. On March 19, 2020, Governor Reynolds issued a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency which included a suspension of Iowa laws that would prevent the use of electronic meetings or the limitation on the number of people present at an in-person meeting site.  Therefore, only Mayor Agnitsch, Gravel, Taylor, Huston and City Clerk Sheri Tjaden were present at City Hall.  The agenda and the City’s social media had this message posted to give instructions on how others could participate. Council members present by electronic were  Leonard, Scott, and Willman.  Staff present electronically:  Bahrke.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for March 2020

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve additional work including new pump and shocking of well #3 from Cahoy at $12,608.00. Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Current invoice due is $4,911.50 due.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve a new flow meter from Boomerang at $7,500.00.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to table the water project, waiting on USDA.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to approve Resolution setting Public Hearing for FY 2020 Budget Amendment.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1916.

Discussion was held on the Learning Center Agreement with school.  The attorney is reviewing contract language.

Clerk gave report on items including X-75 markings, trees, permits and new copy machine.

Council will hold the May 11^th meeting at the Calkins Barn to allow more participants yet stay under ten if needed yet.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to adjourn at 7:17 p.m. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

SPECIAL MEETING, March 19, 2020

The Special Meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held March 19, 2020 at the City Hall. Council members present were Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor. Staff: Tjaden.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the agenda.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve the Resolution for temporary electronic meetings and closure of City facilities and offices.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1913.  The City will utilize zoom while there is a restriction on groups of ten or more.

Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve Resolution for Insurance Policy and Blanket Bond effective April 1, 2020.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1914.

Moved  by Leonard seconded by Willman to approve temporary delinquent policy for water shut off.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1915.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve copy machine from Koch for $3,195.00  with the USDA grant paying for a portion.  Other quotes were Access Systems $3,702.94 and JTF $3,998.50.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Scott seconded  by Leonard to approve the bills.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Clerk reported on conversation with Iowa Finance Authority regarding the sewer loans, Alliant grant for VFD’s at sewer plant, and a grant for the fire department.

Ditch easements have expired.  Huston and Tjaden will work on those.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 7:23 p.m. Roll call vote.  All aye.  Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held March 9, 2020 at the City Hall. Council members present were Huston, Taylor, Leonard, Scott, and Willman.  Staff present:  Bahrke, Dirks and Tjaden.   Visitors:  Librarian Nikki Rushford and Jim Eichhorn.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for February 2020

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2020 Budget Amendment at 7:00 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to close the Public Hearing at 7:02.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2021 Budget at 7:02 p.m.  No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to close the Public Hearing at 7:03.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed development agreement with Glenwood for a Dollar General at 7:03 p.m.   Willman commented on concern for flooding.  The properties run off will be taken care of but they are not responsible for correcting what comes from the North.  No speakers for or against on the agreement.  No papers filed.  Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to close the Public Hearing at 7:08.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve the Development Agreement with Glenwood Equities, LLC.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1900.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve  Resolution to approve the allocation to Midland’s Post Prom for $50.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard,

Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution# 1901.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Willman to not be a host town for RAGBRIA.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.

Rushford gave a report on what the Library has done for updates, programing and other services.  Also, the Library is Tier III as is the Librarian.

Notice for Potential Impact regarding the West Webster Street Water Project has been published.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to set approve quote for motor for well #3 from Cahoy at $5,894. Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Other quotes were Northway $6,369 and Peerless $8,590 for labor only.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve two of the VFD for the Alliant grant.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to have engineer look at Railroad Street.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve the Emergency Response Plan for the Drinking Water System.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1902.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to pay engineer for W. Webster Street Water Project with water funds now and not hold up the project while the USDA loan/grant is being reviewed.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Sheriff’s report was reviewed.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve renewal of RACK”S liquor license contingent  upon paper work being completed.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve Resolution approving FY 2020 Budget Amendment.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1903.

Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve Resolution to approve FY 2021 Budget.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1904.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Huston to approve letter of compliance for the USDA grant for the copy machine.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1905.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve letter of compliance for the USDA grant for the Library security system updates.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1906.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve Resolution to approve allocation for the FY 2021 Jones County Economic Development for $250.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1907.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve Resolution to approve allocation for FY 2021 Jones County Tourism in the amount of $153.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1908.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for allocation  of $250 for the Jones County Safe & Healthy Youth for FY 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1909.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve allocation of $250 for Jones County Senior Dining for FY 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye.- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1910.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve allocation of $250 for Jones County Extension for Summer Camp FY 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye.- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1911.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve allocation of $250 for Jones County Transportation Services for FY 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye.- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1912.

Discussion was held on the Learning Center Agreement with school.  The School only needs one room.   Mayor and Clerk met with USDA, Frankfurt, Rushford and Jones County Economic Development director to discuss options.  Waiting for some answers from USDA for options.

Discussion on 311 W. Main Street property was held.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to appoint Ginger Thomas to JCED board.  Roll call vote.  Aye-   Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Items for next agenda are 311 W. Main Street.

Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to adjourn at 8:12 p.m. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held February 10, 2020 at the City Hall. Council members present were Huston, Taylor, Leonard, Scott, and Willman.  Staff present:  Gravel, Bahrke, Dirks and Tjaden.   Visitors:  Jim Eichhorn and Dereck Lumsden.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda, including corrected Revenue reports for emergency levy that had been entered in employee levy.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for January 2020

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed Sale of a portion of S. Jackson Street as platted at 7:00 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to close the Public Hearing at 7:01.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed Designation of the Wyoming Urban Renewal Area at 7:02 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to close the Public Hearing at 7:02.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed USDA grant for copy machine for City Hall and the Proposed USDA grant for security system updates for the Library at 7:02 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to close the Public Hearing at 7:03.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed USDA grant/loan for the W. Webster Street Water Project at 7:03 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to close the Public Hearing at 7:03.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed Max Levy for FY 2021 Budget at 7:03 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to close the Public Hearing at 7:04.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for sale of a portion of vacated South Jackson Street for $1, all legal, publication and recording fees to Glenwood Equities, LLC.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1886.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve  Resolution to Declare Necessity and Establish an Urban Renewal Area  and Approve Urban Renewal Plan and Project for the Urban Renewal Area.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1187.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE DIVISION OF TAXES LEVIED ON TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE WYOMING URBAN RENEWAL AREA.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve WAIVE SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE DIVISION OF TAXES LEVIED ON TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE WYOMING URBAN RENEWAL AREA.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE DIVISION OF TAXES LEVIED ON TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE WYOMING URBAN RENEWAL AREA.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Ordinance # 421.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to set a date of Meeting at which it is proposed to approve a development agreement with Glenwood Equities, LLC including annual appropriation Tax Increment Payments.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #  1888.

Public Works report was reviewed.  Clerk will contact Alliant to see if grant is still available for the VFD’s at the sewer plant.

Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to have section J removed from the contract with Hall & Hall engineer for North Washington Street. Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1889.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve Resolution raising Public Works Assistant to 30 hours per week average.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1890.

Sheriff’s report was reviewed.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve agreement with Wyoming Vol. Fire Department for FY 2021.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution #1891.

Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve Resolution approving Max Levy for FY 2021 which will need a super majority vote.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1892.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to set Public Hearing for the FY 2020 budget amendment.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1893.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to set Public Hearing for the FY 2021 Budget.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1894.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve Resolution to approve Mayor and Clerk to sign for the USDA grant application for the copier for City Hall.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1895.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to approve Mayor and Clerk to sign the USDA grant application for the Library security system updates.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1896.

Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to approve Mayor and Clerk to sign application and forms for the USDA grant/loan for the Webster Street Water Project.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1897.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for employee health insurance with United Health Care and policy update.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1898.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve Jones County Sheriff’s contract for FY 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye.- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1899.

Clerk reported the annual exam for FY 2019 has been filed.

Discussion on budget for meter software updates were discussed.

Training for Council Effectiveness is offered in March at Clinton and Dubuque.

Discussion on Railroad Street was held and VFD grant will be on March agenda.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to adjourn at 7:46 p.m. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

SPECIAL MEETING, January 21, 2019

The Special Meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held January 21, 2019 at the City Hall. Council members present were Scott, Huston, Taylor, Gudenkauf and Willman. Staff: Tjaden.  Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve the bills.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Huston, Taylor, Gudenkauf and Willman.  Motion carried.

Budget workshop was held.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to adjourn at 8:32 p.m. Roll call vote.  All aye.  Motion carried.

REGULAR MEETING, January 13, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held January 13, 2020 at the City Hall. Council members present were Huston, Taylor, Leonard, Scott, and Willman.  Staff present:  Tjaden.   Visitors: Molly Schmitt, Todd Hawley, Jim Eichhorn and Diane Carstensen.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for December 2019

Correspondence from the Iowa Finance Authority was received.  The City did not get any of the first-round money from the water excise tax.

Mayor Agnitsch opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed Vacation of a portion of S. Jackson Street as platted at 7:01 p.m.   No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.  Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to close the Public Hearing.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Superintendent Todd Hawley gave an update on the use of the Learning Center.

Molly Schmitt requested funds for the ISU extension Summer Camp.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE A PORTION OF S JACKSON ST.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve WAIVE SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE A PORTION OF S JACKSON ST.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE A PORTION OF S JACKSON ST.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Ordinance #420.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution proposing sale of a portion of vacated South Jackson Street and Set Public Hearing for February 10^th at 7 p.m.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1873.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve applying for IDOT permit on behalf of Dollar General developer, access will be widened by developer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Public Works report was reviewed.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve price quote from Wendling Quarries for 2020.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1874.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve Casey’s Liquor License for adding liquor.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve Liquor License renewal for Holly’s Town Super Market contingent on paper work.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Willman to approve Resolution setting date for  Public Hearing on Designation of the Wyoming Urban Renewal Area and on Urban Renewal Plan and Project for February 10th at 7 p.m..  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1875.

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Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution setting Public Hearing for FY 2021 Max Levy for February 10th.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1876.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to set Public Hearing for the USDA grants for the City copy machine and Library security system for February 10th.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1877.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Willman to approve Resolution to set Public Hearing for the USDA grant/loan for the West Webster Street water project for February 10^th.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1878.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to set Library wage for substitute at  $10.00 due to programing responsibilities.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1879.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the 2019 wage report.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve Resolution to approve $.50 raise for Deputy Clerk/six-month probation period over. Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1880.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for ECIASSO agreement for Safety Program Training.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1881.

Budget Workshop meeting is January 20^th at 6 p.m.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve student job shadowing two hours per week at City Hall.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.

Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution to appoint Mayor Pro- tem and standing committees same as last year. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1882.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Huston to appoint the official newspaper-Anamosa Journal Eureka. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1883.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution to appoint City Attorney-Janette Voss. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1884.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to appoint City Clerk, Deputy Clerk, Public Works Superintendent, Assistant, and Certified Operator for two-year terms.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1185.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 8:09 p.m. Roll call Vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

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January 14, 2019

2020  Minutes

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held December 14, 2020 at the Memorial Hall due to Covid 19 restrictions. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Staff:  Tjaden.  Derek Lumsden-Jones County Economic Development, Rachel Nixon-Zapo Nixon LLC and Jon Larson-Hall & Hall Engineering.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for November 2020

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve going with SUDAS recommendations for insurance amounts for the West Webster Street water project.   Roll call vote.  Ayes-Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Huston to approve Surface Transportation Block Grant application for North Washington Street.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1957.
Public Works report was reviewed.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to look at East side of 101 W. Main St. for possible in-kind match for the Catalyst Grant for the Zapo Nixen property.   Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to approve solar contract.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1958.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve the ECIASSO safety health management program for 2021.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.   Clerk assigned Resolution # 1959.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for Longevity pay for City employees.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1960.
Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve setting Public Hearing on USDA grant for the furnaces at the Learning Center.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Resolution # 1961.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve selling shed at the Learning Center for “Best Offer”  to previous interested parties with Mayor discretion.  If none are interested will advertise for sale.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Learning Center Loan was discussed.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve agreement with gworks for the meter software update.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Resolution #1962.
Moved by Scott seconded by Huston to approve 2021 prices with Wendling Quarries.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Scott, Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.   Clerk assigned Resolution # 1963.
Budget workshop dates are January 18^th and 25^th if needed.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to adjourn at 7:53 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held November 9, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Taylor and Willman. Absent: Scott. Staff: Tjaden and Gravel. Derek Lumsden-Jones County Economic Development.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda. Roll call vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
AFLAC EMP INSURANCE $ 127.80
AGVANTAGE FS FUEL $ 375.99
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SNEEZE GUARD/LADDER PART $ 81.95
BACKYARD GARDENS CALKINS SERV $ 217.50
BAKER & TAYLOR LIBR SUP $ 82.68
BARD MATERIALS WA SUP $ 30.00
CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT EMPL GARNISHMENT $ 46.12
CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT GARNISHMENT $ 135.00
CASEY’S BUSINESS MASTERCARD FUEL $ 267.95
CHEM RIGHT LABORATORIES WA/SW SERV $ 223.00
CHEM RIGHT LABORATORIES SW SERV $ 140.00
CITY OF WYOMING TRANSFER SW $ 13,236.00
CITY OF WYOMING UTILITIES $ 363.20
CMD SECURITY SOLUTIONS CALKINS/CITY SERV $ 62.00
DORSEY & WHITNEY LLP TIF $ 6,550.50
GWORKS LICENSE/1099 FORMS $ 3,903.76
HALL & HALL ENGINEEERS N WASHINGTON ST $ 553.50
HAWKINS WA SUP $ 747.58
HOLIDAY INN AIRPORT IMFOA $ 201.60
HOLLY’S TOWN SUPER MARKET CITY SUP $ 15.00
IOWA ASSOC OF MUNICIPAL UTIL DUES $ 332.40
IOWA ONE CALL WA SERV $ 5.40
IPERS RETIREMENT $ 1,536.03
IRS WITHHOLDING $ 1,916.91
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL CALKINS/CITY SUP $ 1,137.31
JONES COUNTY SOLID WASTE DUES $ 643.75
JOURNAL-EUREKA LEGALS $ 64.29
KLUESNER SANITATION CONTRACT $ 3,357.90
KOCH OFFICE GROUP CITY SUP $ 61.75
KROMMINGA MOTORS INC ST SERV $ 417.62
MICHELLE HANSEN LIBR SUP $ 81.61
PER MAR SECURITY SERVICES LIB SERV $ 2,088.63
QUILL CORPORATION CITY SUP $ 101.39
REMLEY WILLEMS MCQUILLEN VOSS CITY/WA SERV $ 1,011.25
ROD GRAVEL CLOTHING/MILEAGE $ 142.78
SPAHN & ROSE CITY SUP $ 75.17
TREASURER, STATE OF IOWA WA TAX $ 761.00
U.S. CELLULAR CITY SERV $ 117.43
UNITED HEALTHCARE INSURANCE $ 6,420.48
USA BLUEBOOK SW SUP $ 86.96
USA BLUEBOOK WA SUP $ 142.67
USDA CHILDCARE LOAN $ 1,424.00
VISA LIBR/CITY SUP $ 291.26
VISA CARD CALKINS SUP $ 67.85
WENDLING QUARRIES CITY SUP $ 105.36
WYOMING AUTO CITY SUP $ 27.26
WYOMING MUTUAL TELEPHONE CO. LIBR/CALKINS/CITY SUP $ 877.72
TOTAL $ 50,657.31

Revenue and Expenses for October 2020
Funds Revenue Expenses
General 52830.10 10292.21
Library Regular 15749.58 2330.78
Library Special 207.68 73.86
Wyoming Hist. Museum 258.18 26.69
Calkins 6.40 2690.52
Calkins Barn 606.38
Road Use Tax 4453.81 5025.52
Trust & Agency 9632.04 2632.19
Local Option Sales Tax 4350.17
Rohwedder Trust 13.49
Water 14494.60 44991.29
Deposits 100.00 100.00
Sewer 24990.83 23390.52
Sewer Sinking 13236.00
Storm Sewer 317.05 679.50
Childcare Enterprise 400.71
Childcare Reserve 1424.00
Totals 141647.02 93657.08

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve have MVP repair of flow meter at the lift station, quote was $3,490. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve meter/meter reading software from Smart Earth Technologies and gworks. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Public Works report was given.
Moved by Huston seconded by William to approve the Legion putting a Freedom Rock at Midway Park. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve chicken permit for 510 E. Main Street contingent upon final adjoining property owners’ signature. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report was reviewed.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve AD&D Insurance for Wyoming Fire and Midland Ambulance in the amount of $566.20. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve solar contract contingent on clarification from City attorney. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Annual examination contract with Hogan and Hanson. They were the only firm submitting a proposal. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1956.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to not purchase property by old state shed. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
The City and Lumsden are looking for options regarding the Learning Center.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to approve using deposit box for City business and calling City Hall is customers need something, due to increase in Covid 19 cases. Masks required due to small lobby. Roll call vote. Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor. Motion carried.
Lumsden will contact a previous board member to see if they are interested in representing Wyoming for the Jones County Economic Development board.
Lumsden also presented information on the Catalyst program for a building downtown.
Clerk updated Council on North Washington Street project and will have it on the December agenda.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 7:51 p.m. All aye. Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held October 12, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Taylor and Willman.  Absent:  Scott.  Staff:  Dirks, Bahrke, Tjaden and Gravel.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for September 2020

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve  easement agreements for the W. Wester Street Water Project.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Public Works report was reviewed.
Sheriff’s report for August was reviewed.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard,  Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1954.
Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve amended Resolution for Covid 19 reimbursement.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Huston, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1955.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Huston to adjourn at 7:20 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held September 14, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Leonard, Huston, Taylor, Willman and Scott.  Staff:  Dirks, Bahrke, Tjaden and Gravel.   Visitors:  Steve Harms and Jeff Eggert.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for August 2020

Visitors- Eggert discussed his plans for a building permit with the Council.  Harm discussed ditching in front of his property.
Larson from Hall & Hall discussed upcoming funding for the North Washington Street project.  City is looking for swap funds under the STBG DOT program. Hall will attend upcoming zoom meeting for preapplications.
Mayor Agnitsch opened the public hearing on the FY2021 budget amendment at 7:25 p.m.  Budget would be amending 103,001 in expenses for storm sewer and sewer VFD not done in 2020, W. Webster Street water project and sidewalk and street expenses, N. Washington Street project, updated meter reader software and health insurance.  No speakers for or against.  No papers filed.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to close the public hearing at 7:26.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to approve Resolution amending FY 2021 Budget.  Roll call vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1944.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve engagement letter with bonding attorneys for the W Webster St. water project in an amount not to exceed $12,000.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1945.
Public Works report-included DNR water inspection report.
Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve the tree bid from Country Landscaping at $5,475.  Other bid was from Dunkel Land Improvement for 6,800.      Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Discussion was held on updated meter readings due to old readers not being available anymore.  Will discuss at next meeting.
Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to apply to IDOT for closure of Main Street during the Christmas City Celebration in case it is held.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Trick or Treat hours from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 31^st for those who want to participate.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report for August  was reviewed.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve the Cigarette License for Dollar General. Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for Covid 19 reimbursement.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Huston, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1948.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve agreement with USDA for Covid 19 payment deferral on Learning Center.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Huston, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1949.
Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor for Clerk to move forward with applying for USDA facilities grant/loan for Learning Center HVAC.  Roll call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by  Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for procurement policy for Federal Grant.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1951.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to remove Nichole Rushford from credit cards and add Lucile Johnson for Library credit cards as Librarian.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1952.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve transfer of $1,226.00 from Learning Center enterprise to Learning Center sinking fund for sale of items purchased with USDA grant funds.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1953.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO STANDARD PENALTY.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve WAIVING SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO STANDARD PENALTY.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO STANDARD PENALTY.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Ordinance # 422.
Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO TOBACCO USE.  Roll call vote.  Ayes-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve WAIVING SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO TOBACCO USE.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO TOBACCO USE.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Ordinance # 423.
Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve WAIVING SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.   Motion carried.
Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve THIRD AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.  Roll call vote.  Ayes-  Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Ordinance # 424.
Clerk reported on Notice to Abates that had been sent this past month.
Moved by Huston seconded Scott to approve Clerk attending IMFOA in October.  Roll call vote.  Ayes- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.
Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 8:12 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

A special meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held August 24, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Huston, Leonard, Taylor, Willman and Scott.  Staff:  Hingtgen- WHKS, Tjaden and Gravel.   Visitors: Derek Lumsden- JCED, Hayden, Eichhorn, Wright, Knake and Klein.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on sidewalks and ramps at the West Webster Street water project.  Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve ADA at W Green and Maple- South side, Green and State- South side, Maple and W Webster and W Webster and State-W side and removing steps.  Roll call vote. Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Huston to approve applying for the WTFAP grant.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve sending out notice for quotes for tree removal.  Roll Call Vote.   Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve easement with Michauds regarding removal of four center trees is dirt is removed.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Leonard to approve allocation of $100 to the Maquoketa River Watershed Management.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1942.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve applying for FEMA grants for standby generators for the Wyoming Vol. Fire Co. and Midland Ambulance.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on the Learning Center.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve RFP for 2021-2023 annual examination.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for Calkins wages for Levi Bahrke at $15.00 per hour.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1943.

Moved by Huston seconded by  Taylor to approve  update from Simmering-Cory & Iowa Codification.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded Leonard approve FYE 2020 Annual Report.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Nuisance to abate properties were discussed.  Boat will be cleaned up Labor Day weekend.  Property on the corner needs to removed crashed vehicles.  Semi-trailers were discussed also and a camper.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 8:34 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

August 10, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held August 10, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Taylor, Willman and Scott.  Staff:  Tjaden and Gravel.
Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for July 2020

Public Works report-Rebuild of waste water chlorinated for $2,750 from MVP was approved.  Today’s storm debris can be taken to lagoons for smaller and old DOT shop for larger.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve the Clerk’s office working with the Lion’s Club regarding a community enotes for a trial of three months.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.
Sheriff’s report for June and July were reviewed.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve the FYE Street Finance Report. Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1937.
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Hogan & Hansen performing the FYE 2020 annual report for $4,400.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1936.|
Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve LP contract with AgVantage FS at $.92.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1938.
Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve setting Public Hearing for FY 2021 Budget Amendment.  Roll call Vote.  Aye- Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1939.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1940.
Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to approve Resolution for tax abatement at 104 Kennedy Drive.  Roll call vote.  Aye-  Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution # 1941.
Iowa League of Cities Conference will be online Sept. 16-18 for those interested.
Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 7:15 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

July 13, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held July 13, 2020 at the City Hall. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Taylor, Willman, Scott and Leonard.  Staff:  Tjaden and Bahrke.  Visitors present:  Derek Lumsden-JCED and Jason Gideon-Energy Consultants Group.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for June 2020

Gideon presented Solar Energy options to the City at no cost.  Solar panels would be placed at the water tower and sewer plant.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve solar panels contingent upon attorney’s review.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to approve the USDA Letter of Conditions for the water loan/grant project on W. Webster Street.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to approve the USDA Resolution for water loan/grant.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1929.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to apply for a USDA  facilities grant for the sidewalk ramp that would be needed on the W. Webster St. water project.    Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Clerk reported that additional costs not funded by USDA for the water project could be paid from Streets and the General fund.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to have Larson talk to the Jones County Engineer and ECICOG committees regarding the North Washington Street project.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Public Works report was reviewed.  Jones Street Bridge project, ditch project will begin in August and fence at lagoons were discussed.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to contact Mark Dlask to set up a City wide clean-up day for Wyoming.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Resolution adopting the Jones County Hazard Mitigation Plan.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1930.

Junk Vehicles were discussed.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve Dollar General Class C Beer Permit (BC), Wine and Sunday Sales contingent upon floor plan and fire inspection being submitted.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Taylor to approve Proclamation regarding Health Care and re-amortization of  USDA loan repayment at end of deferral period for the child care center.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-  Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1931.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve placing an ad for the rest of the Learning Center to lease.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for Debt Service Fund Balance to be transferred to the General Fund.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1932.

Moved by Willman seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for Library Directors wages at $11.50.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1933.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve Resolution for certifying mowing liens to Jones County Treasurer.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1934.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution for amending the Employee Handbook regarding sections on Full Time and Part Time.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1935.

Clerk reported on FYE 2020 reports for water, sewer, storm sewer and FYE 2020 fund balances.  Also amendments that will be needed to FY 2021 Budget.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to approve Deputy Clerks vacation hours at  15 hours due to Covid.  Roll call vote.  Aye- Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Maquoketa watershed will be on the next agenda.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to adjourn at 8:15 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

June 8, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held June 8, 2020 at the Calkins Barn basement. Council Present: Mayor Agnitsch, Taylor, Huston, Willman, Scott and Leonard.  Staff:  Tjaden, Gravel and Bahrke.  Visitors present:  Dan Hingtgen-WHKS, Jason Gideon-Energy Consultants Group, Jr. Brodersen-Calkins Board and Jon Larson-Hall & Hall.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Moved by Willman seconded by Taylor to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Revenue and Expenses for May 2020

Gideon presented Solar Energy options to the City at no cost.  Solar panels would be placed at the water tower, sewer plant and grass area of Calkin’s parking lot/shed.  Willman and Brodersen expressed concern regarding panels on the Calkin’s parking lot grass area.  Proposal is not feasible for investor without the Calkin’s property.

Engineer Hingtgen from WHKS gave a review of the West Webster Street Water Project costs that USDA will not fund.  USDA grant/loan committee will meet on the 10^th.  City should hear from USDA after that.  May hold a Special Meeting.

Engineer Larson from Hall & Hall presented a proposal of $11,000 for preparing grants and funding for the N. Washington Street Project.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve amendment to contract with Hall & Hall.  Roll Call Vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Willman and Taylor.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1924.

Larson gave report on ideas for Rail Road Street drainage.  Gravel will check with Ballou at the phone company to see if they will ditch the area with their mini-hoe.

Public Works reported on areas where drainage is a problem including 116 W. Webster Street.

Clerk will check with Kluesner’s on cost of a clean-up day.

Moved by Scott seconded by Leonard to proceed with Municipal Citation on Notice to Abate properties.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Sheriff’s report was reviewed.

Moved by Huston seconded by Willman to approve 2021 Cigarette Permits for Casey’s and Holly’s STM.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Leonard to extend Open burning to July 1.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1925.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Scott to approve the Learning Center Agreement with school with amendment to NE room.   Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Willman to table sealed bids on the storage shed at the Learning Center.  Newspaper did not publish the ad.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Scott to send letter with more information on the USDA Deferral Request due to Covid-19.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Huston seconded by Scott to approve Resolution for Clerk to pay bills due June 30, 2020.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution # 1926.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to approve wage Resolution for Wyoming City Employees for FY 2021 with a 3% raise.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.  Clerk assigned Resolution #1927.

Moved by Huston seconded by Taylor to include change of 35 hours for Tjaden and 20 hours for Dirks.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Willman seconded by Leonard to approve Resolution to transfer funds from Emergency Levy to the General Fund.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried. Clerk assigned Resolution #1928.

Moved by Taylor seconded by  Leonard to defer annual 2% water increase to July 1, 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Scott seconded by Willman to defer annual 2 % water increase until July 1, 2021.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Moved by Leonard seconded by Willman to re-appoint Fishwild and Eichhorn to Wyoming Historical Museum Board, Stacy Agnitsch to Board of Adjustment and Dustin Klein to Planning and Zoning for renewing terms.  Roll call vote.  Aye-Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.

Mowing lawns was discussed.  Next meeting will be held at City Hall.

Moved by Scott seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 8:36 p.m. All aye.  Motion carried.

May 11, 2020

The regular meeting of the Wyoming City Council was held May 11, 2020 at the Calkins Barn basement. Due to the COVID-19 virus, this meeting was held electronically.  Chapter 21.8 of the Iowa Code does permit an electronic meeting where all members participate remotely when an in-person meeting is impossible or impractical. On March 19, 2020, Governor Reynolds issued a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency which included a suspension of Iowa laws that would prevent the use of electronic meetings or the limitation on the number of people present at an in-person meeting site.  Therefore, Mayor Agnitsch, Gravel, Bahrke, Taylor, Huston, Willman, Scott, Leonard and City Clerk Sheri Tjaden were present at Calkins Barn.  Also, Jones County Director-Derek Lumsden and Jon Larson-Hall & Hall.  The agenda and the City’s social media had this message posted to give instructions on how others could participate. Engineer present electronically was Dan Hingtgen-WHKS.

Mayor Agnitsch called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

Moved by Taylor seconded by Huston to approve the consent agenda.   Roll call vote.  Aye- Huston, Leonard, Scott, Taylor and Willman.  Motion carried.