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The Linn Grove Regular City Council meeting was held on March 9">

Main        February 2005 Minutes        April  2005 Minutes   The Linn Grove Regular City Council meeting was held on March 9, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at the Linn Grove Community Center.   Mayor Pro Tem called the meeting to order. Members present: Ellis, Wadsley, Smith, Jurgensen. Members absent: Weier. In attendance: Jeff Kestel. Moved by Smith to adopt the agenda.  Seconded by Wadsley.  Motion carried. Moved by Jurgensen to approve previous meeting minutes as read from February 9, 2005.  Seconded by Wadsley.  Motion carried. Mayor Pro Tem opened the Linn Grove City Budget Hearing at 7:10 p.m Mayor Graesing arrived at 7:12 p.m. Upon hearing no objections the Linn Grove City Budget Hearing closed at 7:20 p.m.  Moved by Ellis to approve Resolution 2005-1, a Resolution approving the Linn Grove City Budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2006.  Seconded by Jurgensen.  A roll call vote was taken with the voting as follows: Ellis-Aye, Jurgensen-Aye, Wadsley-Aye, Smith-Aye.   Old Business.  Abate the Nuisance Update.  Vehicle was towed at owners expense for resident residing at Parcel #02-08-154-007.  Council members were assigned to certain areas of Linn Grove to inspect for necessary abatements to be issued at the April council meeting.  Moved by Ellis to send a “Letter of Reminder” for needed tree trimming for residents residing at Parcel #02-08-178-001.  Seconded by Wadsley.  Motion carried. New Business.  Watchable Wildlife-Jeff Kestel.  Jeff Kestel, a representative for RC&D (Resource, Conservation, & Development) spoke to Council about the Watchable Wildlife Foundation. Approval of Bills.  Moved by Ellis to approve as bills as presented.  Seconded by Jurgensen.  Motion carried.   General   Water   Garbage   I.S.U. 240.00 Alliant 302.80 Arny Grow 800.00 IA Telecom 22.94 Bomgaars 26.99 IA Telecom 57.02 Culligan 42.53 IPERS 94.22 Clay Regional Water 95.45 First State Bank 207.13 ILEC 24.50     Sara Fassler 27.70 IPERS 36.39 Sewer   Becky Jessen 538.38 First State Bank 75.91 Alliant 127.35 Hemphill Law Office 79.28 Eugene Johnson 324.30 Dennis Graesing 265.95 The Marcus News 206.12 USPO 24.00 Lolita Weier 121.01 Patria Jenson 207.88 BV Co. Treasurer 65.00   Alliant 406.66   RUT Alliant 475.04       Park Board Report.  Council was informed that Ace hardware has ordered the gazebo.  Council discussed installation of railing by the school monument when weather permits. Library Board Report.  None. Maintenance Report.  Mower.  Council discussed mower bid received.  Mayor Graesing informed Council he would get a couple of more bids. City Clerk Report.  Arny Grow Garbage Hauling Service Contract-Resolution 2005-2.  Moved by Wadsley to approve Resolution 2005-2, a Resolution to enter into a contract with Arny Grow Garbage Hauling Service effective April 1, 2005 to March 31, 2006, authorizing Mayor to sign contract and authorizing Mayor and Utility Manager to collectively deal with any problems that may arise during the term of this contract.  A binding contract between the City of Linn Grove and Arny Grow Garbage Hauling Service.  Grow’s Garbage Hauling Service agrees to pickup garbage at all residences in Linn Grove with the following exceptions: residents residing at 110 Linn St. & 211 Railroad St. Linn Grove, Iowa.  These exceptions have been given designated pickup locations because of logistical problems.  Monthly fee assessed to the City of Linn Grove will be $800.  Grow’s Garbage Hauling Service must provide Proof of Insurance on an annual basis to City of Linn Grove.  Seconded by Smith.  A roll call vote was taken with voting as follows: Wadsley-Aye, Ellis-Aye, Jurgensen-Aye, Smith-Aye.  Liquor License Approval.  Moved by Wadsley to approve the liquor license renewal also outdoor service & Sunday sales privilege for Bobby’s Sand Bar.  Seconded by Jurgensen.  Motion carried.  Smith voiced his concerns regarding Sunday Sales Privilege.  Reimbursement Rate-Resolution 2005-3.  Moved by Ellis to approve Resolution 2005-3, a Resolution changing the reimbursement rate for city officials and employees using their own vehicles to $0.405/mile matching the amount allowable under IRS rules.  Seconded by Jurgensen.  A roll call vote was taken with voting as follows: Jurgensen-Aye, Smith-aye, Wadsley-Aye, Ellis-Aye.   Announcements-Open Forum.  Mayor Graesing informed Council of correspondence received from Buena Vista County regarding the Bluff Street Bridge Project.  Moved by Jurgensen to send a “Letter of Support” to the Buena Vista County Board of Supervisors regarding the changed County bike trail route.  Seconded by Ellis.  Motion carried.  Wadsley updated the Council on the upcoming Jamboree.   Moved by Ellis to adjourn.  Seconded by Wadsley.  Time 9:00 p.m.