May 2024 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
April 22, 2024
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:02pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper and Dylan Brandt
Absent: Andy Plessel
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for April 1, 2024, payment of bills totaling $15,036.02 and financial reports, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Rout made motion to pre-approve paying April Wages, Wage Taxes, IPERS, Sales and Wet Taxes, due to no council meeting scheduled in May. Brandt seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
Public Hearings for 2024-25 Budget and 2023-24 Budget Amendments: Hearings opened concurrently at 6:05 by Mayor Buns. Having no written or Oral comments the public hearings were closed at 6:17
Piper made motion to accept Budget Amendment resolution 24-2, Brandt 2nd
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Rout made motion to accept Budget Adoption Resolution 24-3, Piper 2nd
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: Tip Piper has agreed to take the education steps and testing necessary to take over Certified Sewer Operations for the City of Woden on a contract bases upon completion of Certificate Process. Stucki made a motion for the city to pay Tuition and Book costs for the process, Rout seconded.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Mowing Bids: Rout made the motion to accept the single bid submitted by Jacey and Clinton Schutjer, Brandt seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Water Room Electric Work and Sewer Riser Repair Bids: Motion was made by Rout to accept Bid for the Electric Room Upgrades by Jake Ingalls Electric, seconded by Brandt.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Discussions were had about city Riser repairs. Council will look into alternative methods of repair other than full replacement and discuss in future. Also, was determined to move ahead with cutting all risers down to ground level to help prevent further damage in the future.
NEW BUSINESS
Grazing Lease Pre-Approval for Jake Meinders: Motion by Stucki, seconded by Brandt to approve Lease if requested again for the 2024 summer season.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Block Leaders Updated Contacts: Mayor Paul Buns has updated the phone contact information for the existing list, and will contact residents to fill vacant position to cover Block 12.
Property at 122 Main: Discussed email from Doug Foreshoe, who has been contracted by the owner to assist with designs to rehabilitate the property. Also discussed adjacent property that is becoming a hazard.
Fire Hydrants: Paul Buns shared the replacement costs of approximately $4000 if the city were to have to purchase a replacement Fire Hydrant for any failures that may occur with the current, no longer supported Hydrants the city has now.
ICAP Grant: Council will consider Safety Equipment purchases to apply for the $1000 grant for consideration next month.
Hancock County Mitigation Plan – Andy Buffington: Andy discussed the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process to the Council and gave a copy of the Plan Update worksheet to each member to fill out and be returned to Andy to help the county Update the Current Hazard Mitigation Plan in place.
Building Permit for 232 Way Avenue submitted by Dylan Brant: Piper made the motion, Rout seconded to approve the plans submitted for a Garage addition to the property.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Adjournment: Brandt made motion to adjourn at 7:29 PM, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for April thru 4/23/2024
General $35,428.76 Benefits $2695.21 Water $3123.69
Library $00.00 Road Use $00.00 Sewer $7193.62
Emergency $941.09
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
Transfer to Sewer Contingency -431.00
Paul M Buns Water Operator -200.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
J.P. Cooke Animal Tags -74.80
Ag Source Samples -142.75
Waste Management Garbage -2,134.46
Michael D. Troe March 2024 -450.00
Schumacher Well Drilling Inc Water Tower Maintenance -3,993.80
Simmering-Cory Iowa Codific Ordinance 230 -76.00
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -672.49
Alliant- Road Electric -250.26
Allaint - Water Electric -303.26
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.07
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -45.97
Westrum Leak Detection Inc Water Leak Detection -800.00
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
April 2024 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
April 1, 2024
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, April 1, 2024 at 6:15pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:15pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Andy Plessel, Tip Piper and Dylan Brandt
Absent: NONE
Rout made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for March 4, 2024, payment of bills totaling $14,620.53 and financial reports, Piper seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site - Update: No further progress, removing from further considerations
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Ordinance 230 – Garbage Rate Increase: Piper made motion to Adopt, Rout 2nd.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Plessel proposed attached Resolution to expedite Ordinance 230, 2nd by Brandt
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Piper then called for motion to adopt Ordinance 230
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Wide Cleanup: Final approval for cleanup for dates April 19 to April 21.
NEW BUSINESS
Set Public Hearing, 2024-2025 Budget for April 22 Council Meeting: Motion to set Date by Plessel, 2nd by Rout
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Set Public Hearing, 2023-2024 Budget Amendments for April 22 Council Meeting: Discussed making the following Amendments to the 23-24 Budget. Library to add $6,000, Sewer Budget increase of $4,000 and Water Increase of $12,000 Motion by Plessel, 2nd by Rout
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Also discussed Emergency Electrical work to be performed by Jake Ingalls Electric, Motion by Plessel to proceed, 2nd by Rout
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Property at 331 Way Ave.: Council discussed its willingness to forgive monies owed to the city if property is razed by owners, lot levelled and prepared for sale.
Building Permit 150 Fox Ave: Piper made the motion to accept the submitted permit, Rout 2nd.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Preapprove Quasi Celebration Liquor License: Motion by Stucki, seconded by Piper.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Open for Discussion: Discussed updating Block Leader list and how to handle future water tower emergency notifications to the citizens of Woden.
Adjournment: Plessel made motion to adjourn at 7:35 PM, Piper seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for February
General $5106.45 Benefits $34.39 Water $2644.42
Library $11.36 Road Use $1193.96 Sewer $7217.10
Emergency $12.01
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Michael D. Troe February 2024 -450.00
Ag Source Samples -14.50
Waste Management Garbage -2,146.36
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -45.97
Allaint - Ball field Electric -20.38
Allaint - Water Electric -220.29
Alliant- Road Electric -276.27
Alliant - Street Lights v Electric -666.21
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Paul M Buns Water Operator -617.00
Petty Cash Replenish Petty Cash -71.86
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -87.15
Amazon Books & Supplies -174.46
Ben Patten Reimbursement -17.00
Patten, Benjamin Wages -762.71
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -457.77
Bartelt, Verla Wages -154.91
Harms, Nancy E Wages -30.99
Swingen, Lisa Wages -327.84
Swingen, Matthew Wages -376.94
Alliant - Library Electric -62.89
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.93
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance WET Tax -149.10
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance State Withholding -795.04
IPERS IPERS -480.23
United States Treasury Fed Withholding -656.47
Proposed Property Tax Levy 2024 Meeting Minutes
Proposed Property Tax Hearing
April 1, 2024
The City Council of the City of Woden met in session on Monday, April 1, 2024 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:00 pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Andy Plessel, Tip Piper and Dylan Brandt
Absent: None
Stucki made the motion to approve the agenda, Piper seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Property Tax Hearing Opened at 6:00
Motion to Close Hearing and Accept Proposed Property Tax made by Stucki, 2nd by Piper
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Motion for Adjournment made at 6:15 by Stucki, 2nd by Piper
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
March 2024 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
March 4, 2024
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 5:55pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Andy Plessel, and Dylan Brandt (arrived 6:43)
Absent: Tip Piper
Rout made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for February 6, 2024, payment of bills totaling $26,567.20 and financial reports, Plessel seconded
Ayes- 3 (Brandt Absent) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Midwest Waste – Garbage Proposal for City: Discussed possibility for switching to Midwest from Waste Management when WM contract expires and what that would look like for the city.
Waste Management Contract – Updated Proposal: Council decided to let the current contract run thru its end date, then decide if a change is needed at that point due to raising costs of service with Waste Management.
NEW BUSINESS
City Wide Cleanup: Dates set for City Wide Cleanup, to be held Friday, April 19th thru Sunday, April 21 with all items for pickup to be curbside no later than NOON on Sunday.
Garbage Rate Increase: Discussed the cities current deficit with garbage fees collected versus fees paid to Waste Management and was determined for rates to be increased to $22 per month from the current $18 per month, with the potential for a 5% increase each year by vote of the City Council. Motion made by Stucki to move forward with Rate Increase Ordinance, seconded by Plessel.
Ayes- 3 (Brandt Absent) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Vegas Night Liquor License Approval: Brandt made the Motion to Approve, Rout seconded.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Lucky Wife Liquor License Approval for Quasi: Stucki made the Motion to Approve, Brandt seconded.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Set May Council Meeting Date for April 22nd: Discussed setting the May meeting Date to April 22nd to accommodate Budget Approval Hearing. Motion by Plessel, seconded by Rout.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Set Public Hearing for Budget Approval: Tabled till next meeting, cannot be set until after Proposed Property Tax hearing is finished.
Open for Discussion: Discussed getting mowing bids for the City properties as the weather has been extremely fair this winter. Bids are due no later than April 22nd for review by Council.
Adjournment: Plessel made motion to adjourn at 7:13 PM, Rout seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for February
General $5966.80 Benefits $32.91 Water $2977.30
Library $19.61 Road Use $1508.01 Sewer $7172.02
Emergency $11.49
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
Iowa Alcohol Beverage Division Community Center Fundraiser Liquor License -24.38
ICAP Ins. Premiums -12,385.00
Waste Management Garbage -2,182.26
Hawkins Chemicals -161.02
Michael D. Troe January 2024 -450.00
Advanced Door Systems City Shed Door Maintenance -102.00
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.73
Allaint - Water Electric -216.04
Alliant- Road Electric -278.59
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -668.04
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
Paul M Buns Water Operator -200.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.93
Ag Source Samples -14.50
Ben Patten Reimbursement -50.00
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -390.45
Patten, Benjamin Wages -970.05
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -94.43
United States Treasury SS, Med and Fed -789.07
IPERS Feb IPERS -640.53
Bartelt, Verla Wages -154.91
Harms, Nancy E Wages -61.97
Swingen, Lisa Wages -230.07
Swingen, Matthew Wages -413.09
Alliant - Library Electric -64.83
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -72.21
NuWay-K&H Energy LP -388.97
February 2024 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
February 6, 2024
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, February 6, 2024 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:00pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Andy Plessel, Tip Piper and Dylan Brandt (arrived 6:20)
Absent: None
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for January 8, 2024, payment of bills totaling $30,293.83 and financial reports, Rout seconded
Ayes- 4 (Brandt Absent) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Midwest Waste – Garbage Proposal for City: Did not take place due to no show by Midwest Rep.
Waste Management Contract – New Proposal: Discussed the contract that Waste Management sent, the City Council would like a revised Proposal with larger than 32 gallon garbage cans to help meet the city residences current needs.
City Budget Planning Session: The second round of Budget Planning for fiscal year 2024-2025 was discussed by the Council.
NEW BUSINESS
Bode Building Update: Council reviewed email sent explaining updates starting and ongoing to Bode building on Main
Quasi Liability Insurance Discussion: Discussed the potential need for liability insurance for events. Piper looking into contracting companies that carry their own insurance.
Set Property Tax Levy Hearing Date: Piper made the motion to set the Tax Levy Hearing Date for Monday, April 1st 2024. Rout seconded.
Ayes- 4 (Brandt Absent) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
July Fireworks: Discussed the City Portion of the Fireworks Display Budget for upcoming Quasi Event.
Stucki made the motion to fund $1000, Piper seconded.
Ayes- 4 (Brandt Absent) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Open for Discussion: Stucki asked for any update on the 2nd Chances building on Main. No updates by Council Members.
Stucki Asked about excessive Plowing Hours for the Month of January. Council Discussed.
Adjournment: Plessel made motion to adjourn at 7:13 PM, Rout seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for October
General $4793.11 Benefits $0.00. Water $2975.76
Library $11.35 Road Use $1714.22 Sewer $7220.70
Emergency $0.00
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
KCN Nielsen LTD Tractor and Snow Plow -210.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -4308.00
USA Blue BookInvoice # 245745 -100.83
Schumacher Well Drilling Inc Water Tower Maintenance/Repair -4,134.88
Quick Books QuickBooks Software -694.43
Iowa One Call 6 notifications -5.40
Ewald David reimbursement for Supplies -220.22
Ag Source Samples -54.00
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.73
Allaint - Water Electric -216.85
Alliant- Road Electric -206.91
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -670.30
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Michael D. Troe December 2023 -450.00
Waste Management Garbage -62.80
Woden Fire Agency Annual Allotment -10,600.00
Bingham Township Cememtery Annual Allotment -900.00
Ben Patten Reimbursement -100.22
Amazon Books & Supplies -297.02
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -87.10
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -548.65
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -37.03
Patten, Benjamin Wages -607.20
Paul M Buns Water Operator -772.00
Swingen, Matthew Wages -1,349.41
Bartelt, Verla Wages -61.97
Swingen, Lisa Wages -506.15
Alliant - Library Electric -60.56
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -167.90
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
IPERS IPERS -673.72
United States Treasury SS/Med/Fed -961.32
January 2024 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
January 8, 2024
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro-Tem Dylan Brandt at 6:00pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Andy Plessel, Tip Piper and Dylan Brandt
Absent: None - Mayor Buns arrived at 6:30
Plessel made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for December 11, 2023, payment of bills totaling $25,183.73 and financial reports, Piper seconded
Ayes- 4 (Brandt Abstained as Mayor Pro Tem) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Water Tower Emergency Repairs: Discussed the Completed Repairs.
NEW BUSINESS
Midwest Waste – Garbage Proposal for City: Did not take place due to weather conditions.
Waste Management Contract – New Proposal: Discussed the option of Waste Management sending the city a new Garbage Proposal to help meet the cities current needs.
Council Duties Review: No current duties were changed. Some contact information was updated.
City Office Future Software Upgrades: Discussed the upcoming software updates required for the City Office to maintain the Utility Billing and Accounting aspects of the city up to date.
Stucki made the motion to go ahead with the discussed updates, Piper seconded.
Ayes- 4 (Brandt Abstained as Mayor Pro Tem) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Budget Planning Session: The first round of Budget Planning for fiscal year 2024-2025 was discussed by the Council.
Adjournment: Plessel made motion to adjourn at 7:40 PM, Piper seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for October
General $7498.56 Benefits $147.11 Water $3048.46
Library $3011.35 Road Use $1763.67 Sewer $7138.74
Emergency $51.37
City Employee Gross Wages for 2023
Bartelt, Verla $1,616.00
Brandt, Dylan $720.00
Buns, Paul $2,758.75
Dahle, Angela $816.00
Ewald, David $8587.00
Harms, Nancy $310.00
Patten, Benjamin $21,802.00
Piper, Tip $660.00
Plessel, Andrew $780.00
Rout, William $780.00
Schimmelpfennig, Deb $2,303.14
Stucki, Jeff $780.00
Swingen, Lisa $7,304.50
Swingen, Matthew $5,632.00
Claims Paid
Stucki, Jeff Compensation -720.33
Piper III, Tip Compensation -609.51
Buns, Paul Compensation -1,837.94
Plessel, Andrew M Compensation -564.33
Rout, William L Compensation -720.33
Brandt, Dylan Compensation -664.92
Hancock County Auditor Elections -616.10
Five Star Shop Service Supplies -175.00
ACCO Injection Fitting -98.44
Ag Source Samples -208.50
Michael D. Troe October 2023 -450.00
US Postal Service stamped envelopes -812.50
Certified Fire Fire Extinguisher -291.00
Nelson Septic Service LLC Septic Tank Cleanout - Buns Apt -374.50
Earl W Hill Legal Work - Ordinances -879.32
Waste Management Garbage -2,254.62
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.73
Allaint - Water Electric -204.75
Alliant- Road Electric -131.64
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -668.07
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Ben Patten Reimbursement -295.60
Paul M Buns Water Operator -387.00
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,569.87
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -18.50
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -508.25
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -90.90
IowaMWCA Work Comp Ins -582.00
Gold-Eagle Deisel -294.40
Amazon Books & Supplies -225.25
Bartelt, Verla Wages -92.94
Swingen, Lisa Wages -793.73
Dahle, Angela L Wages -24.25
Harms, Nancy E Wages -30.99
Swingen, Matthew Wages -30.99
Alliant - Library Electric -67.45
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -73.04
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Simmering-Cory Iowa Codific Ordinance -542.00
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -175.43
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
United States Treasury SS, MED and Fed -861.23
IPERS IPERS -571.15
Rudisill Donna Water Deposit Return -30.00
Gau Monica Water Deposit Return -100.00
December 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
December 11, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, December 11, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 5:58pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (arrived 6:24)
Absent: Tip Piper
Stucki made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for November 6, 2023, payment of bills totaling $25,053.73 and financial reports, Plessel seconded
Ayes- 3 (Brandt not yet arrived) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Ballpark Usage: Tabled to wait for Brandt and Piper
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
NEW BUSINESS
Oath of Office – Elected Officials: Piper Absent, was not performed.
ICAP Recommendations: Discussed Recommendations for Parks. Pea Rock will be added where needed.
2023 CGA Utility Rate Study: Discussed our water and sewer rates versus state median and towns in our vicinity according to the report, determined our current rates are fair.
Alliant Energy Rate Increase: Discussed rate increase, was determined increase was not out of line.
January Meeting Date: Date of January meeting set to Monday, Jan. 8th due to holiday.
Building Permit for 114 Main: Motion by Plessel to approve new shed on property, 2nd by Stucki
Ayes- 3 (Brandt not yet arrived) Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Open for Discussion:
Discussed meeting with Midwest Waste at next meeting for Garbage Rates discussion.
Discussed Water Tower Check Valve issue and replacement options. Council approved having valve fixed by either Schumaker or Arnies, whichever company can complete the work fastest due to weather conditions being a factor. Motion made by Brandt, 2nd by Plessel.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Adjournment: Stucki made motion to adjourn at 7:10 PM, Rout seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for October
General $9505.62 Road $1919.98 Emergency $80.02
Water $3306.65 Sewer $7123.79 Benefits $229.17
Library $9133.75
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
Stucki, Jeff Compensation -720.33
Piper III, Tip Compensation -609.51
Buns, Paul Compensation -1,837.94
Plessel, Andrew M Compensation -564.33
Rout, William L Compensation -720.33
Brandt, Dylan Compensation -664.92
Hancock County Auditor Elections -616.10
Five Star Shop Service Supplies -175.00
ACCO Injection Fitting -98.44
Ag Source Samples -208.50
Michael D. Troe October 2023 -450.00
US Postal Service stamped envelopes -812.50
Certified Fire Fire Extinguisher -291.00
Nelson Septic Service LLC Septic Tank Cleanout - Buns Apt -374.50
Earl W Hill Legal Work - Ordinances -879.32
Waste Management Garbage -2,254.62
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.73
Allaint - Water Electric -204.75
Alliant- Road Electric -131.64
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -668.07
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Ben Patten Reimbursement -295.60
Paul M Buns Water Operator -387.00
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,569.87
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -18.50
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -508.25
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -90.90
IowaMWCA Work Comp Ins -582.00
Gold-Eagle Deisel -294.40
Amazon Books & Supplies -225.25
Bartelt, Verla Wages -92.94
Swingen, Lisa Wages -793.73
Dahle, Angela L Wages -24.25
Harms, Nancy E Wages -30.99
Swingen, Matthew Wages -30.99
Alliant - Library Electric -67.45
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -73.04
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Simmering-Cory Iowa Codific Ordinance -542.00
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -175.43
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
United States Treasury SS, MED and Fed -861.23
IPERS IPERS -571.15
November 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
November 6, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:01pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, and Andy Plessel
Absent: Dylan Brandt, Tip Piper
Stucki made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for October 9, 2023, payment of bills totaling $22,293.15 and financial reports, Plessel seconded
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
Public Hearing for Water Fund Budget Amendment: Hearing was opened at 6:02pm
Hearing was closed at 6:27, Motion was made to approve Amendment by Plessel, 2nd by Rout
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
NEW BUSINESS
Ball Park Usage: Alternative usage of the Ballpark was discussed, looking for options of what is best for the property. Discussed the option of selling to a developer or the city doing something else with the property. The discussion was put on hold until the full council can meet and discuss.
Water Tower Compression Pump: Council discussed purchasing a new pump at a cost of approximately $650. Rout made the motion to purchase, Plessel seconded
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0
DNR Water Permit Reissue: Discussed was the reissue of the city Water Permit due to testing not being submitted on time.
Resolution Approving the Central Disposal Landfill submitted to Iowa DNR: Motion by Plessel to approve, 2nd by Stucki
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Building Permit for 19 Bush Ave: Motion by Plessel to approve new shed building on property, 2nd by Rout
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Open for Discussion: December meeting moved to Monday, Dec. 11 due to Council Members that are unavailable for the regular schedule of the first Monday of the month.
Adjournment: Plessel made motion to adjourn at 6:58 PM, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for October
General $39,326.95 Road $1644.00 Emergency $962.87
Water $3066.22 Sewer $7104.11 Benefits $2757.63
Library $18.13
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -447.66
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -37.03
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,236.62
Buns, Paul Wages -30.29
Paul M Buns Water Operator -200.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Phyllis Schutjer. Reimburse -95.73
Ewald David Supplies -344.72
Iowa Rural Water Dues -305.00
Nelson Septic Service LLC Septic Tank Pumping -6,225.00
Michael D. Troe September 2023 -450.00
Ag Source Samples -417.25
Waste Management Garbage -2,210.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -88.69
Allaint - Water Electric -197.39
Allaint - Ball field Electric -18.41
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -673.43
Alliant- Road Electric -97.25
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -31.09
USPS 2 Rolls Stamps -132.00
CNA Surety bond -100.00
Hancock County Treasurer 2023 City Property Taxes 2401110030 -6.00
Amazon Books & Supplies -523.47
Titonka Food Center Supplies -9.18
Clinton Schujter mowing -400.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
Bartelt, Verla Wages -123.92
Swingen, Lisa Wages -172.55
Dahle, Angela L Wages -444.30
Alliant - Library Electric -41.01
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.92
Michael Frederick Book -50.00
Angie Dahle Books for Trunk or Treat -208.89
United States Treasury Fed, SS and Med -740.62
IPERS October IPERS -541.57
October 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
October 9, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, October 9, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Dylan Brandt at 6:12pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (Mayor Pro Tem)
Absent: Mayor Paul Buns (Dylan Brandt Acting Mayor Pro Tem Throughout proceedings)
Rout made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for September 4, 2023, payment of bills totaling $42862.27 and financial reports, Piper seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Abstained from all voting as acting Mayor Pro Tem)
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Purchase of Spare Cylinder for Plow: Discussed having Bushing put into Cylinder and ordering 2 new springs, one for immediate replacement and one spare.
NEW BUSINESS
Gold Eagle Co-op: Requested removal of Septic Tank Charge at Main Street Location: Discussed the Co-op location on Main Street that was torn down and the request by them to stop paying septic. The council’s opinion on the matter is they must pay until loan is completed as the city has required for others in the past that have requested the same, but we will offer them the opportunity to pay in one lump sum if they would prefer.
Amend Budget – Water Fund (Maintenance on Water Tower): Council discussed adding $20,000 to the budget to cover maintenance and past work done to the water tower. Stucki made the motion to add funds, Piper seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Abstained from all voting as acting Mayor Pro Tem)
Adjournment: Plessel made motion to adjourn at 6:58 PM, Piper seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for August
General $9576.52 Road $2287.79 Emergency $110.71
Water $3384.44 Sewer $7345.13 Benefits $317.06
Library $18570.50
Claims Paid
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Clinton Schujter mowing -400.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -88.63
Ag Source Samples -378.25
Iowa DNR Annual Water Use Fee 2024 -115.00
First Sate Bank Loan Payment -9,191.54
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -677.50
Allaint - Water Electric -283.00
Allaint - Ball field Electric -21.70
Alliant- Road Electric -139.02
IMT Insurance 2023 Payment -15.00
Michael D. Troe August 2023 -450.00
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -31.09
Waste Management Garbage -2,183.55
Gold-Eagle Chemicals -149.94
Maguire Iron interior tank cleaning -18,883.00
Paul M Buns Water Operator -200.00
Ben Patten Reimbursement -142.72
Hawkins Chemicals -186.52
Amazon Books & Supplies -188.75
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -403.90
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,051.50
Petty Cash Replenish Petty Cash -57.95
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance State Withholding -924.63
United States Treasury SS, Med and Fed -796.18
IPERS September IPERS -582.79
Petty Cash Replenish Petty Cash -57.95
September 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
September 4, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, September 4, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Dylan Brandt at 6:03pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (Mayor Pro Tem)
Absent: Mayor Paul Buns (Dylan Brandt Acting Mayor Pro Tem Throughout proceedings)
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for August 7, 2023, payment of bills totaling $20488.35 and financial reports, Rout seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
OLD BUSINESS
Chicken Ordinance No. 229 – Third Reading: Motion to Approve Third Reading by Piper, seconded by Piper.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Motion to Pass Ordinance made by Rout, seconded by Plessel
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Purchase of Spare Cylinder for Plow: Prices of approximately $850 with part numbers gathered by Piper, Motion to purchase parts made by Stucki, seconded by Rout
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
NEW BUSINESS
USDA Loan Report: Report was reviewed and discussed.
Annual Financial Report: Report was reviewed and discussed.
Trees on Post Office Lot:
Discussed trimming versus cutting down trees that appear to be dying on the north side of the Post Office building. Agreed by council to remove trees. Tentative date of set for the weekend of Sept. 23-24 for council members to gather and remove 2 trees.
2nd Chances Building Update: Gave council information in regards to ownership of the building and tax status. Owner of record with County is not owner who currently owns property. He is taking care of this with the intent to sell the building.
Fridge for Ballfield: Option of giving the old fridge from the Fire Dept. to the Ballfield was put forth by Stucki and accepted by council as an option if no other acceptable solution is presented.
City Printer: Council was updated on the old city printer that no longer is working. A temporary replacement was purchased and will be used over the next month to evaluate if it will work long term or if a more commercial model will be needed.
Open for Discussion: Next meeting of the City Council of Woden will take place on the second Monday of October, the 9th.
Adjournment: Rout made motion to adjourn at 6:58 PM, Plessel seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for August
General $9935.27 Road $3273.93 Emergency $0.00
Water $4239.49 Sewer $7070.52 Benefits $0.00
Library $31.54
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
Amazon Books & Supplies -445.08
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Hancock County Treasurer 2023 City Property Taxes -608.00
Bruce Kluver Hog Slats for City Lot -540.00
Hansen Mechanical Septic Pumps -2,855.50
IMT Insurance 2023 Payment -130.00
Niacog dues FY '24 -178.60
Ag Source Samples -47.25
Michael D. Troe July 2023 -450.00
Waste Management Garbage -1,906.68
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -16.03
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.07
Allaint - Water Electric -295.17
Alliant- Road Electric -123.86
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -673.99
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
Paul M Buns Water Operator and Park Repairs -255.00
Hawkins Chemicals -199.52
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -525.09
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -55.53
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,066.31
Ben Patten Reimbursement -350.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -89.59
Ewald David Office Supplies - Printer -306.98
Clinton Schujter mowing -1,200.00
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -203.82
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
United States Treasury SS, Med and Fed August Taxes -770.19
IPERS August IPERS -552.37
Bartelt, Verla Wages -92.94
Swingen, Matthew Wages -149.75
Swingen, Lisa Wages -638.44
Harms, Nancy E Wages -123.92
Alliant - Library Electric -62.08
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.33
August 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
August 7, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:00pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (arrived at 6:30)
Absent: None
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for July 10, 2023, payment of bills totaling $17146.73 and financial reports, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
OLD BUSINESS
Chicken Ordinance No. 229 – Second Reading: Motion to Approve Second Reading by Piper, seconded by Plessel.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
City Burn Site - Update: No further information gathered, tabled till next month.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: No further progress, tabled till next month.
Purchase of Spare Cylinder for Plow: Piper will be taking measurements after meeting and pricing out options.
NEW BUSINESS
Dora’s Taco Truck Vendor Permit: Motion was made by Stucki to grant a 1 year license to Dora’s Taco Truck owners to allow them a once a month visit to Woden, seconded by Rout
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
City Street Financial Report: Report was discussed and Motion was made by Plessel to accept report, seconded by Stucki.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
441 Howard Ave Abandoned Property Update:
Discussed that partial payment of outstanding debt had been paid. Also discussed other properties in town and potential resolutions.
Open for Discussion: Discussed the growing vandalism of public property in Woden, particularly at the parks and fire station, and discussed potential resolutions to help mitigate the problem and deal with perpetrators.
Discussed getting quotes to install further city drain tile at the alleyway corner on 2nd street between Main and Way Ave.
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 7:06 PM, Rout seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Income for August
General $3239.30 Road $0 Emergency$18.59
Water $4007.66 Sewer $6310 Benefits $60.77
Library $177.97
Claims Paid
Amazon Books & Supplies -258.58
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -197.45
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
Bartelt, Verla Wages -154.91
Swingen, Matthew Wages -185.89
Swingen, Lisa Wages -483.13
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -31.21
Clinton Schujter mowing -1,600.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -89.04
Ewald David Office Supplies - Amazon -25.62
Brandt Farm Drainage LLC Repair and Replace Tile -858.93
Iowa One Call 5 notifications -4.50
Ag Source Samples -27.50
Iowa Department of Natural Resources Annual NPDES Permit Fee -210.00
Michael D. Troe June 2023 -450.00
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -670.77
Allaint - Water Electric -330.09
Allaint - Ball field Electric -43.60
Alliant- Road Electric -135.53
BMC Aggregates rock -348.75
Waste Management Garbage -1,905.85
Woden City Sewer Sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Ben Patten Reimbursement -96.17
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,132.97
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -55.53
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -484.69
IPERS IPERS -596.57
United States Treasury SS, Med and Fed -839.89
Alliant - Library Electric -61.32
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.38
Gold-Eagle Grass Seed -110.60
Paul M Buns Water Operator -200.00
July 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
July 10, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:03pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (arrived at 6:45)
Absent: None
Stucki made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for June 5, 2023, payment of bills totaling $28023.58 and financial report, Piper seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
OLD BUSINESS
Chicken Ordinance No. 229 – First Reading: Motion to Approve First Reading by Piper, seconded by Plessel.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
City Burn Site - Update: Discussed revisiting putting the Burn Site out by the Lagoon. Mayor Buns and/or Councilman Rout will attempt to contact owner of record to arrange discussions.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: Sewer certification test planned by Paul Buns end of month or early next month.
Purchase of Forks for City Tractor: Forks purchased and delivered.
Purchase of Backup Sewer Equipment: Ordered 2 replacement Septic Pumps and 2 replacement Motor Start Contactor for control boxes based off of prices quoted of $1323.34 per pump and $104.41 per contactor. Awaiting Delivery.
Purchase of Spare Cylinder for Plow: Piper will be taking measurements and getting pricing for ordering.
Open for Discussion: Discussed using a trailer as opposed to a bin for recycled cans/bottles.
NEW BUSINESS
Building Permit 201 Main – Brody Cox: Motion to approve the permit made by Plessel, seconded by Piper.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
Wastewater Treatment Facility Inspection Report Review: Paul discussed the report with the council, no problems were found.
Mosquito Spraying: Discussed if we should spray now or hold off. Council decided to hold for now.
Library Board Raises: Council was made aware of Library Wage Adjustments.
Open for Discussion: Discussed face plates not present to cover electric breaker switches on panels in both north and south parks. Covers will be appropriated and installed.
Discussed Dora’s Taco Truck visiting Woden on Friday, July 21 from 5-7 PM.
Rock Bunker costs were discussed and Ben was given go ahead to proceed with purchase and construction. Motion to approve the building permit for the project was made by Piper, seconded by Plessel.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Inverter for city truck was discussed. Bill Rout will get pricing for 1800KW inverter for next meeting
Adjournment: Rout made motion to adjourn at 7:35 PM, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for June
General $7216.19 Road $2260.60 Emergency $22.39
Water $3967.73 Sewer $7270.11 Benefits $73.17
Library $10.96
Claims Paid
Iowa Department of Natural Resources Annual Public Water Supply Fee -25.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -87.16
Ben Patten Reimbursement -67.55
Paul M Buns Reimburse -1,058.78
Riekens Plumbing & Heating Water Heater Element Fire Department -136.15
Iowa league of Cities Member dues 7/1/23-6/30-24 -375.00
Alliant- Road Electric -120.49
Allaint - Ball field Electric -20.38
Allaint - Water Electric -283.37
Michael D. Troe May 2023 -450.00
Ag Source Samples -27.50
Algona Machine & Supply, Inc. Rebuild Snow Plow -449.80
Waste Management Garbage -1,923.64
Schumacher Well Drilling Inc Replace Water Tower Pump and Pipe -11,597.70
Gold-Eagle Chemicals -232.61
Cassie Schutjer Reimburse -595.00
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,421.76
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -387.75
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -55.53
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Alliant - Library Electric -55.36
NuWay-K&H Energy LP -416.66
Beacon Subscription -629.56
Overdrive e book sub -339.48
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.36
Bartelt, Verla Wages -103.27
Harms, Nancy E Wages -43.02
Swingen, Matthew Wages -129.08
Swingen, Lisa Wages -538.36
Clinton Schujter mowing -800.00
Woden City Sewer sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
USPS Postage -70.05
June 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
June 5, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 5:59pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper (arrived at 6:25), Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt
Absent: None
Plessel made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for May 1, 2023, payment of bills totaling $20946.59 and financial report, Brandt seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Piper Absent for Vote)
OLD BUSINESS
Chicken Ordinance: Discussed Ordinance Want and Needs. Sending to the Lawyer for drafting.
Paul’s Contract Proposal: Discussed Paul’s position and compensation for the Reserve City Worker position when the current part time city worker is not available to fulfill needed duties. The proposed contract was accepted with a change from a hard limit $220 monthly cap before permission from council to $500 monthly cap before permission from the Mayor Pro Temp. Motion to approve contract made by Rout, seconded by Plessel.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Piper Absent for Vote)
City Burn Site: Pushed to next month, given a no answer for the triangle piece of land just outside of town. Looking for further location possibilities.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: Sewer discussion tabled for future consideration for Paul Buns to assume this role upon certification completion. Water certificate is up to date and filed.
Purchase of Forks for City Tractor: No updates on order lead time
Purchase of Backup Sewer Equipment: Discussed ordering 2 replacement Septic Pumps and 2 replacement Motor Start Contactor for control boxes based off of prices quoted of $1323.34 per pump and $104.41 per contactor. Order will be placed.
Purchase of Spare Cylinder for Plow: Agreed to purchase a spare cylinder based on the quoted pricing of approximately $500
City Clerk review and Wage Adjustment Resolution 23-6: Motion to approve Wage Adjustment Resolution for City Clerk made by Stucki, seconded by Plessel
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
NEW BUSINESS
Purchase of Larger Can Recycle Bin for the City: Discussed having Ben purchase a new 10’x10’ bin with a pricing of approximately $450.
Library Board Appointment: Discussed pros and cons of 5 vs. 6 board members, appointment of Angie Dahle to board. Motion to appoint made by Piper, seconded by Stucki.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Building Permit 103 3rd St. – Dale Peterson: Motion to approve the permit made by Rout, seconded by Piper.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Fireworks Permission for Don Krull: Motion to allow fireworks at the Woden ballpark and make $600 payment for fireworks made by Plessel, seconded by Piper.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Keith Larson, Building next to Bank - Update: Discussed Keith Larson’s plans for the building of having an architect help in building restoration. Unsure of future use for building after restoration completed.
Mayor and Council Elections – Upcoming Open Seats: Discussed the Mayor seat and 3 council seats that are up for election. The 3 seats up for election are Tip Piper, Dylan Brandt (appointed seat) and Andrew Plessel (appointed seat).
Second Ball Diamond and Batting Cage Poles: Discussed whether to remove poles and discontinue maintenance of second ball diamond. Determined to leave as is for now.
Non-mowed Lawns in Town: Discussed the number of lawns left uncut in May. Was determined most were due to No Mow May.
Open Discussions: Discussed Eric Eden wanting to purchase 331 Way Ave if city is willing to forgive the lein and any Debt due the city. Council will revisit if a purchase agreement is brought to the Council.
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 7:35 PM, Rout seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for May
General $8,023.45 Road $2115.16 Emergency $30.29
Water $3217.56 Sewer $7224.33 Benefits $99.01
Library $13.25
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
BMC Aggregates rock -1,001.26
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -93.59
Ben Patten Reimbursement -802.26
Carlson Drainage Root Removal and tank inspec -365.00
Clinton Schujter mowing -2,300.00
IowaMWCA Work Comp Ins -2,320.00
Ag Source Samples -75.25
North Iowa Lumber & Design supplies -92.92
Alliant- Road Electric -87.23
Allaint - Water Electric -224.43
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -664.79
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.07
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Waste Management Garbage -1,924.17
Michael D. Troe April 2023 -450.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -90.87
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,858.66
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -369.57
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -46.29
Bartelt, Verla Wages -120.48
Swingen, Matthew Wages -146.30
Swingen, Lisa Wages -618.11
Alliant - Library Electric -55.16
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.50
Amazon Books & Supplies -285.60
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -164.69
United States Treasury May SS, Med and Fed Payroll -797.07
IPERS May Ipers -565.09
May 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
May 1, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 5:59pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (arrived at 6:30)
Absent: None
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for April 3, 2023, payment of bills totaling $15,035.08 and financial report, Rout seconded
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
OLD BUSINESS
Public Hearing for Proposed Budget Amendment: Hearing was closed at 6:09, Motion by Piper to approve amendments, seconded by Plessel.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
Solar Panels Ordinance – Third Reading Ordinance 228: Motion by Stucki to approve 3rd reading, seconded by Plessel
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
Motion by Plessel to adopt Ordinance 228, seconded by Piper
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried (Brandt Absent for Vote)
City Burn Site: Pushed to next month, no new information on potential locations
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: Sewer discussion tabled for future consideration for Paul Buns to assume this role upon certification completion
Purchase of Forks for City Tractor: Order placed by Paul Buns, was given a 15 week lead time
Front and Back Plow on City Tractor – Refurbish Update: Shelved till next month when Ben is back
Alley Maintenance: Waiting for return of City Plow from Algona Machine for repairs
NEW BUSINESS
Purchase of Backup Sewer Equipment: Discussed ordering 6 replacement Septic Pumps if under or around $250 apiece, otherwise we will revisit this next month. Also, ordering 6 replacement Motor Start Contactor for control boxes if under or around $50 each.
Purchase of Spare Cylinder for Plow: Discussed Tip pricing out after the Plow comes back from being repaired. He will also price new springs at that time.
Paul’s Contract Proposal: Discussed Options for contract formats, specific work duties and compensation for each. It was determined for Water and Sewer Operator, Paul would be compensated $200 per title monthly. It was further determined Paul would contract with the City in a backup worker capacity when the current part time city worker is not available to fulfill needed duties. A contract will be written up for approval at next months meeting.
Chicken Ordinance: Discussed Ordinance Options and Permitting while reviewing some examples. Council members will review and bring thoughts to next meeting for further discussion.
Open Discussions: Discussed Ben purchasing either a portable generator or Inverter for the city.
Discussed July meeting date, it was determined to move the date to Monday, July 10th due to the Fourth of July Holiday.
Motion was made to increase City Clerk wages for David Ewald to $20 per hour by Stucki, seconded by Piper.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 7:26 PM, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Income for April
General $29,040.31 Road $1640.35 Emergency $620.20
Water $3144.77 Sewer $7171.83 Benefits $2026.83
Library $14.57
Claims Paid
Name Memo Amount
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Hancock County Law Contract -954.16
Ben Patten Fuel Reimbursement -130.27
Michael D. Troe Feb and March 2023 -900.00
Ag Source Samples -27.50
Waste Management Garbage -1,941.93
ClerkBooks Inc Classes -240.00
North Iowa Lumber&Design supplies -107.03
Hancock County Abstract Abstract -175.00
Alliant- Road Electric -271.87
Allaint - Ball field Electric -20.38
Allaint - Water Electric -247.88
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -662.93
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -87.05
Woden City Sewer sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Midwest Pipe Supply Repairs -236.00
Alliant - Library Electric -63.50
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.36
NuWay-K&H Energy LP -193.75
Amazon Books -183.76
Bartelt, Verla Wages -129.08
Harms, Nancy E Wages -17.21
Swingen, Matthew Wages -292.60
Swingen, Lisa Wages -338.97
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -536.19
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -152.73
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,088.53
Schuler Ty Water Deposit Refund -35.84
United States Treasury April Taxes -804.61
IPERS April Ipers -605.98
April 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
April 3, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 5:59pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt
Absent: None
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for March 6, 2023, payment of bills totaling $14,130.54 and financial report, Stucki seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
Solar Panels Ordinance – Second Reading Ordinance 228: Motion by Piper to Approve 1st reading, seconded by Stucki
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Street Maintenance and Repair Contract – Sealed Bids: Reps for both Blacktop Services and Heartland Asphalt were present to answer questions for the bids they provided. After discussions, Stucki made the motion to reject both bids as they were both over budget, seconded by Piper
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Burn Site: Pushed to next month, no new information on potential locations
Certified Water and Sewer Operator – Progress Update: Paul Buns has completed Water Operator recertification and is drafting a contract. Sewer discussion tabled for future consideration for Paul Buns to assume this role upon certification completion
Purchase of Forks for City Tractor: Motion by Stucki to purchase Forks, seconded by Piper
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Front and Back Plow on City Tractor – Refurbish Update: Shelved till next month when Ben is back
Lawn Mowing Contract: Discussed 2 bids had arrived to the City Office. Motion by Rout to accept bid provided by Clinton and Jacey Schutjer, seconded by Piper
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Wide Cleanup: Dumpster ordered and City will proceed as planned.
NEW BUSINESS
2nd Chances Liquor License Renewal Approval: Motion to approve made by Piper, seconded by Plessel
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
CO2 Hazardous Pipeline thru Hancock County: Discussed letter, determined not to send letter in protest.
Amend Budget – General Government (General Fund): Discussed increasing budget by $28,000 and holding a public hearing to amend for all budget amendments herein at the next council meeting. Motion by Piper, seconded by Rout
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Amend Budget – Public Works (Road Use Fund): Discussed increasing budget by $10,000. Motion by Piper, seconded by Plessel
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Amend Budget – Sewer Budget: Discussed increasing budget by $5,000. Motion by Piper, seconded by Brandt
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Sidewalk South of Post Office Letter: Discussed letter sent by Concerned Citizen about the sidewalk south of the Post Office. Determined by council there was no merit for action.
Alley Maintenance: Alley behind 410/401 Main needs repairs, will be completed
Open Discussions: Discussed contract that was signed to install secondary water pump
Discussed creating an Ordinance to allow up to 6 chickens in town. It was agreed that an ordinance will be drafted and presented at a future council meeting
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 8:12 PM, Rout seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for March
General $5606.13 Road $971.43 Emergency $5.79
Water $2749.87 Sewer $7146.35 Benefits $18.92
Library $11.31
Claims Paid
Bartelt, Verla Wages -103.27
Swingen, Matthew Wages -339.93
Swingen, Lisa Wages -393.79
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761.00
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.07
Allaint - Water Electric -220.51
Alliant- Road Electric -309.23
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -657.26
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.85
Waste Management Garbage -1,960.05
Ag Source Samples -27.50
J.P. Cooke Animal Tags -75.85
Patten, Benjamin Wages -918.21
Swingen, Matthew Wages -454.39
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -97.20
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -530.12
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax -44.10
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -151.82
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Q1 State Withholding -974.66
IPERS March -518.95
United States Treasury March -729.34
Woden City Sewer sewer Parks -135.00
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45.00
Alliant - Library Electric -60.52
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.76
March 2023 Meeting Minutes
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
March 6, 2023
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, March 6, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:00pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt (arrived 6:23).
Absent: None
Piper made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for February 6, 2023, payment of bills totaling $28,186.83 and financial report Stucki seconded.
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
Public Hearing for 2023-2024 Budget Approval: Hearing opened, no opposition to budget adoption expressed. Roll call Vote, all Ayes. Motion by Piper, Rout second to close hearing.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Solar Panels Ordinance – First Reading Ordinance 228: Motion by Piper to Approve 1st reading, second by Rout
Ayes- 4 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
City Burn Site: Pushed to next month, no new information of potential locations
Certified Water and Sewer Operator: Discussed Paul Buns continuing with the City as a Contracted Water Operator upon recertification and drafting of a contract. Sewer discussion tabled for future consideration for Paul Buns to assume this role upon certification completion
ICAP Grant 2023: Submitted purchase of Tractor Tire Chains as use of grant funds in 2023, awaiting approval from ICAP.
Purchase of Forks for City Tractor: Discussed purchasing a set of Forks for use with the city tractor. Waiting for further quotes, shelfed until next month.
Lawn Mowing Contract: Discussed that as of the time of the meeting, no bids had arrived to the City Office.
NEW BUSINESS
2nd Chances Liquor License Renewal Pre-Approval: Tabled until next month as they have not applied for renewal yet.
ICAP Proxy: Discussed continuing to have the Mayor and the City Clerk as proxy members. Motion by Piper, Stucki second.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Community Center Board Member from City Council: Discussed having Council Member Andrew Plessel represent the city on the Community Center Board. He accepted.
City Wide Cleanup: Council set the date for this year’s cleanup to begin Friday, April 21st and run until Tuesday, April 25th ending at 6pm.
Street Maintenance and Repair Contract: Discussed sending out letters to Heartland & Black Top Services asking for bids to access our roads and determine needed repairs.
Front and Back Plow on City Tractor – Refurbish or Replacement: Discussed if the city should consider purchasing new plow blades or refurbish the existing blades. Council will look into price of refurbishing blades, shelved till next month
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 7:10 PM, Plessel second.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
City Clerk Mayor
Income for February
General $11746.68 Road $1674.31 Emergency $5.06
Water $3069.39 Sewer $7205.48 Benefits $16.52
Library $15.02
Claims to be Paid
Ben Patten Tester and Supplies -33.28
Iowa Alcohol Beverage Division Community Center Fundraiser Liquor License -24.38
Paul M Buns Lumber -18
Murra Hardware replacement Lights -26.97
Ag Source Samples -27.5
ICAP Ins. Premiums -11,159.00
Hawkins Chemicals -170.75
Michael D. Troe Jan-23 -450
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -649.41
Alliant- Road Electric -289.4
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.73
Allaint - Water Electric -224.38
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Waste Management Garbage -1,961.08
Ewald David Checks Printer Supplies -213.82
Woden City Sewer sewer Parks -135
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -94.41
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -502.87
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -259.17
Patten, Benjamin Wages -851.58
Office of Auditor of State examination fee -800
Gold-Eagle No1 Deisel Dyed -1,504.89
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales and Wet Tax -215.07
United States Treasury February SS, Med and Fed Tax -982.02
IPERS February -717.53
ICAP Ins. Premiums -575
Bartelt, Verla Wages -103.27
Swingen, Matthew Wages -292.6
Swingen, Lisa Wages -338.97
Alliant - Library Electric -64.66
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.76
Summit Tribune subscription -108.99
Gold-Eagle Softener Salt -8.21
February 2023 Meeting Minutes
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:01pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt.
Absent: None
Rout made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for January 3, 2023, payment of bills totaling $22,401.52 and financial report Piper seconded.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
Hearing to Set Maximum Property Tax to Certify for Levy: Hearing opened, no opponents to maximum levy expressed. Roll call Vote, all Ayes. Motion by Rout, Stucki second to close hearing.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Garbage Contract: Discussed options of Companies to call and options required by Woden for service - Tabled for further discussion in approximately 9 months’ time
Solar Panels Ordinance: Discussed Attorney drafted Solar Energy Systems Ordinance. Draft was accepted and will be put on next month’s agenda for approval.
City Code Updates – Third Reading Ordinance 22-7: Motion by Rout, Piper second to Approve 3rd reading
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Approve Ordinance 22-7: Motion by Piper, Rout second to approve passing
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
City Burn Site: Continued discussion of possible locations, further information being gathered and will be looked at again at next month’s meeting
NEW BUSINESS
Set Public Hearing for 2023-2024 Budget Approval: Motion by Piper, Brandt second to set Public hearing for Monday, March 6 at 6PM during council meeting.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Certified Water and Sewer Operator: Discussed Paul Buns Trucking continuing with the City as a Contracted Water Operator upon recertification and drafting of a contract. Sewer discussing tabled till next month.
Snow Removal Personnel: Discussed Paul Buns hours for snow removal hours
ICAP Grant 2023: Discussed purchase of Tractor Tire Chains as potential use of grant funds if available in 2023.
Purchase of Forks for City Tractor: Discussed purchasing a set of Forks for use with the city tractor. Waiting for a quote, shelfed until next month.
Hancock County Portable Backup Generator: Discussed purchasing Generator with other cities to use for emergency backup. Concerns were brought up about usage and inclusion of Woden in purchase was decided against.
Lawn Mowing Contract: Discussed sending out Bids for Lawn Mowing of Parks and other City Owned properties. Notice will be sent out second week of February asking for bids.
City Web Site: Discussed merits of keeping current hosting company versus changing to new prototype site under development. Motion by Plessel, Stucki second to switch City Website over to new platform.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Vegas Night Liquor License: Motion by Piper, Plessel second to have city apply for license.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Motion by Piper, Plessel second to pre-approve acceptance of license.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 8:04 PM, Brandt second.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Income for January
General $8199.74 Road $1450.28 Emergency $0.00
Water $3777.79 Sewer $7106.33 Benefits $0.00
Library $15.82
Claims to be Paid
Patten Ben mileage -29
High Meadow Properties LLC City Utility Refund account 125 -17.92
US Postal Service stamped envelopes -769.8
Ag Source Samples -222
GovOffice website -660
Iowa One Call 8 notifications -7.2
ClerkBooks Inc software -850
Ag Source Samples -26.75
Allaint - Ball field Electric -21.7
Allaint - Water Electric -298.32
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -671.16
Alliant- Road Electric -334.73
Michael D. Troe Dec-22 -450
Waste Management Garbage -1,987.68
Algona Machine & Supply, Inc. Fix Tractor Cylinders -591.89
KCN Nielsen LTD Tractor and Snow Blower Parts for Repair -1,914.31
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
First State Bank Lock Box -9
Woden City Sewer sewer Parks -135
Petty Cash Replenish Petty Cash -75.75
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -484.69
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -286.95
Patten, Benjamin Wages -1,125.57
Deb R. Schimmelpfennig Reimburse for supplies -670.05
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -91.58
Swingen, Matthew Wages -927.72
Buns, Paul Wages -143.9
USA Blue Book Invoice # 239016 -717.94
Alliant - Library Electric -77.1
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -71.76
Bartelt, Verla Wages -103.27
Swingen, Lisa Wages -254.22
NuWay-K&H Energy LP -484.59
United States Treasury SS, Medi and Fed Withholding -1,321.48
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales and Wet Tax -257.13
IPERS January -1,004.20
January 2023 Meeting Minutes
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Dylan Brandt at 6:09pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Tip Piper, Andy Plessel and Dylan Brandt.
Absent: None
Rout made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for December 12, 2022 meeting and December 15, 2022 Special meeting, payment of bills totaling $18,106.66 and financial report Piper seconded.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site: Tabled
Garbage Contract: Discussed options of Companies to call and options required by Woden for service - Tabled for further discussion
Solar Panels Ordinance: Discussed options for Install Best Practices and Disposal, Wiring Codes, Utility Company involvement in decision making, Inspections. Sending to Attorney for drafting.
City Code Updates – Second Reading Ordinance 22-7: Motion by Stucki, Piper second to Approve 2nd reading
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
NEW BUSINESS
2023-2024 Budget: Discussed and set amounts on Budget Proposal sheet
Notice of Hearing to Set Maximum Property Tax to Certify for Levy: Rout made the motion to set public hearing date for Monday, February 6th 2023 during 6:00 pm to set Maximum Levy, Plessel seconded
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Certified Water Operator: Discussed using Paul Buns Trucking for our Water Certification needs
ICAP Grant Actual Expenditure: Discussed purchases made with 2022 grant funds and potential use of grant funds if available in 2023
Electronic Financial Documents for Council Meetings: Discussed who among the council would like to receive the financial reports in electronic format instead of paper. Brandt and Rout elected for Electronic
Council Duties: Assigned Community Growth / Parks to Plessel, position held by former council member Ewald. No other changes to assignments.
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 8:45 PM, Brandt second.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
Income for December
General $8311.55 Road $1716.96 Emergency $86.49
Water $3040.05 Sewer $7041.50 Benefits $282.66
Library $1390.25
City Employee Gross Wages for 2022
Bartelt, Verla $1,440.00
Brandt, Dylan $720.00
Buns, Paul $5,460.62
Eden, Kristen $275.50
Ewald, David $939.00
Harms, Nancy $940.00
Heyer, Denise $2,569.50
Patten, Benjamin $13,968.00
Piper, Tip $300.00
Rout, William $720.00
Schimmelpfennig, Deb $11,350.65
Stucki, Jeff $720.00
Swingen, Lisa $5,440.50
Swingen, Matthew $4,845.00
Claims to be Paid
NPDES Lagoon Permit -85
Ag Source Samples -26.75
Michael D. Troe Nov-22 -450
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -673.27
Alliant- Road Electric -271.11
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.07
Allaint - Water Electric -243.06
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
Petty Cash Replenish Petty Cash -106.7
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
Woden City Sewer sewer Parks -135
IMT Insurance Late Payment Penalty -15
ClerkBooks Inc software -150
Deb R. Schimmelpfennig Reimburse for supplies -925.46
IPERS December -915.92
SS & Medicare December -1,395.00
Federal Withholding December -532.46
State Withholding 4th quarter -1,138.20
Sales Tax December -44.1
Wet Tax December -164.77
WCTA General December -88.78
Deb R. Schimmelpfennig Wages -721.88
David Ewald Wages -891
Ben Patten Wages -2,013.00
Matt Swingen Wages Nov & December -1,808.00
December 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
The City Council of the City of Woden met in special session on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 5:54pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki, Dylan Brandt, Tip Piper and Andrew Plessel.
Absent: None
NEW BUSINESS
Council Person Oath of Office: Mayor Buns administered oath of office to Andrew Plessel, new city council member
Employee Wages: Piper made the motion, Plessel second to amend
RESOLUTION #22-7
Effective January 1, 2023 new wages for city employee
Ben Patten $22.00 and Matt Swingen $16.00 per hour.
The members of the council voted as follows:
Stucki_aye, Rout_aye, Brandt_aye, Piper_aye, Plessel_aye Motion Carried.
Adjournment: Piper made motion to adjourn at 6:34PM, Rout second.
Ayes- 5 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
December 2022 Meeting Minutes
The City Council of the City of Woden met in regular session on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Buns at 6:05pm.
Council members present were: Bill Rout, Jeff Stucki and Dylan Brandt.
Absent: Tip Piper
Stucki made the motion to approve the agenda, minutes written for November 7, 2022 meeting and payment of bills totaling $23,586.08 and financial report Brandt seconded.
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
OLD BUSINESS
City Burn Site: Tabled
Garbage Contract: Tabled
Solar Panels Ordinance: Discussed, further information to be gathered by council for consideration
City Code Updates – First Reading Ordinance 227:
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Accept Resignation for City Council Member David Ewald: Stucki made the motion, Rout seconded to accept Resignation.
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
NEW BUSINESS
ICAP Proxy: Rout made the motion to have the Mayor and City Clerk as the on file proxy contacts
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Signature on Banking Accounts: Stucki made the motion, Rout seconded to add David Ewald to all the bank accounts at First State Bank.
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
Employee Wages: Stucki made the motion, Rout second to pass
RESOLUTION #22-7
Effective January 1, 2023 new wages for city employee
Ben Patten $19.00 and Matt Swingen $16.00 per hour.
The members of the council voted as follows:
Stucki_aye, Rout_aye, Brandt_aye_ Motion Carried.
2023-24 City Budget: Tabled
Snow Emergency Ordinance: Discussed
Next Meeting Date: Due to the New Year holiday, January meeting to be held Tuesday, January 3, 2023
City Clerk Oath of Office: Mayor Buns administered oath of office to David Ewald, new city clerk
City Council Position: Rout made the motion, Stucki second to appoint Andrew Plessel to the city council to complete the term vacated by Ewald.
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried.
January meeting will be on Tuesday January 3 at 6:30.
Adjournment: Brandt made motion to adjourn at 7:29PM, Rout second.
Ayes- 3 Nays- 0 Motion Carried
November Income
General $6319.25 Road $1888.82 Emergency $60.32
Water $3284.99 Sewer $7087.15 Benefits $197.14
Library $13084.10
Claims to be Paid
Alliant - Library Electric -59.17
City of Woden Sewer Monthly Sanitary Sewer -45
WCTA-Library Telephone/Internet -72.75
Stucki, Jeff Compensation -664.92
Piper III, Tip Compensation -277.05
Ewald Clerk, David Wages -673.82
Waste Management Garbage -2,033.25
Ag Source Samples -116
Simmering-Cory Iowa Codific ordinance -313
Rout, William L Compensation -664.92
Brandt, Dylan Compensation -664.92
Buns, Paul Compensation -1,682.94
Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Sales Tax Payment -44.1
Allaint - Ball field Electric -19.07
Allaint - Water Electric -524.22
Alliant- Road Electric -89.93
Hancock County Law Enforcement Contract -954.16
WCTA-General Phone/Internet -86.79
Larry Burma 2 Lawn Mowing -300
Certified Fire Fire Extinguisher -337.5
USA Blue Book High Security Master Locks -97.17
Gold-Eagle No1 Deisel Dyed -1,374.17
KCN Nielsen LTD Vehicle Repairs -2,647.61
Monson Repair LLC Truck Batteries -337.16
Michael D. Troe Oct-22 -471.49
IMWCA workers comp -535
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -738
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -2,809.00
USDA Loan loan Payment USDA -761
Prairie Energy CO-OP Electric -30.97
Alliant - Street Lights Electric -680.1
North Park sewer -45
South Park sewer -45
Ball Diamond sewer -45
Bartelt, Verla Wages -103.27
Swingen, Matthew Wages -331.33
Swingen, Lisa Waqes -403.77
Schimmelpfennig, Deb Wages -546.12
Patten, Benjamin Wages -926.29
United States Treasury November Withholding -737.34
IPERS November -118.06 Iowa Department of Revenue & Finance Wet Tax -179.72