DECEMBER 6, 2018

Mayor Moorman called to order the public hearing on the matter of the authorization of a Loan and Disbursement Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $1,020,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes in order to provide funds to pay costs of acquisition, construction, reconstruction, extending, remodeling, improving, repairing and equipping all or part of the Municipal Sewer System. The clerk reported that no oral or written comments were received by City Hall. Jaeckel made the motion to close the public hearing. Bennett seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes and Rupe. Nays-none.

The regular meeting of the Corydon City Council was called to order by Mayor Moorman. Present were Council Members Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes and Rupe. Others in attendance were Brandon Trower, newspaper representatives and the City clerk.

Jaeckel made the motion to approve Resolution 2018-59, a Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the authorization of a loan and disbursement agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $1,020,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Ambers Rodgers arrived.

Rupe made the motion to approve Resolution 2018-58, a resolution appointing Amber Rodgers to the position of Council Member. Jaeckel seconded. Mayor Moorman asked Rodgers if this was something that she would be willing to do. Rodgers stated that she would be very willing to serve. Mayor Moorman asked for a vote. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, and Rupe. Nays-none.

The City clerk issued the oath of office to Amber Rodgers. The Council and the Mayor welcomed Rodgers to the Council. Rodgers may now take part in the meeting and also to vote.

Fire Chief Bryan Wallace arrived.

Bennett made the motion to approve Resolution 2018-60, a Resolution authorizing the issuance of $1,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, and Levying a Tax for the payment therof. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

John Buttz from Southern Iowa Plumbing was on the agenda to address the Council, but did not attend the meeting.

Moorman advised the Council that Buttz had approached him about dumping septic tank waste into the lagoon. After discussion, the consensus was to advise Buttz to continue taking the waste to Chariton.

Rupe made the motion to approve Resolution 2018-61, a resolution increasing Trower’s wages due to a position change. Holmes seconded. Jaeckel asked Trower if he still plans on pursuing the water and sewer certifications. Trower stated that he would now have time to test. Jaeckel asked if the increase was in addition to increases for certifications. Moorman stated that the increase was due to lead responsibilities and were in addition to certification increases. A vote was taken, ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Jaeckel made the motion to adopt ORDINANCE 336. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF CORYDON URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN, and waive second and third readings. Ordinance extends the plan another five years. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Bennett made the motion to approve the renewal of the 3 year Pump Maintenance Service Agreement with Electric Pump. Rodgers seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Jaeckel made the motion to table consideration of the Non-compliant nuisance properties, and to discuss in detail at the next work session. Bennett seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Holmes made the motion to approve the renewal of the liquor license for the American Legion. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe, and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Jaeckel made the motion to approve the bid for stone repair in the Corydon cemetery from Robert Reed. Bennett seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Jaeckel made the motion to approve the minutes and treasurer’s report. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Holmes and Rupe. Nays-none. Bennett and Rodgers abstained as they were not at the last meeting.

Jaeckel made the motion to allow the unpaid and prepaid bills. Bennett seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

The City clerk asked that a work session be scheduled to start work on the 19/20 Budget. A work session was scheduled for Wednesday, December 12th at 6:00 p.m.

Trower reported that the northeast area of the City needs additional valves added to the main. This will be considered with the 19/20 budget.

Wallace reported that the new fire truck may be here around December 15th.

The next regular meeting will be Wednesday, December 10th at 7:00 p.m.

Dennis Moorman
Mayor

ATTEST:

Ann Stevens
City Clerk