Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Spillville, Iowa, held the regular meeting on Monday, June 17, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Spillville City Hall. Mayor Wermers called the meeting to order with the following councilmen present: Backes, Kelsay, Schmitt, and Straube. Absent was Taylor.

Consent Agenda: Motion by Backes, seconded by Schmitt, to approve the consent agenda items. Upon discussion by Straube, the consent agenda items could not be approved due to being incomplete; motion by Backes was withdrawn.

Motion by Kelsay to approve only the last meeting minutes and current meeting agenda, seconded by Schmitt. No discussion. Voice vote: ayes unanimous, nays none, motion carried.

Permit Applications: Steve Kelsay submitted a building permit. Motioned by Straube, seconded by Backes. Discussion: detailed update from Kelsay on all activities and structures planned to be completed. Voice vote: ayes unanimous, nays none, abstained Kelsay. Motion carried.

City Clerk: Plan put in place to reach out to surrounding cities for assistance, and also reach out to the Iowa League of Cities to explore other options. Joane will help with some basics. Ads for the city clerk position have been run in Decorah and Calmar newspapers. Possible interviews on the 2nd or 3rd of July.

The acting city clerk will be Mayor Paul Wermers until an offer can be made for the position.

Bily Clocks Report: Given by Susanna Craft.

Storm Damage and Emergency Response: Special thanks to those who showed up at the city shop after a storm to help out; your efforts are appreciated. Winneshiek Emergency Management has been using a text message group with key individuals to communicate predicted situations and request assistance if needed.

Public Hearing: “Public hearing and additional action on the Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement. Resolution taking additional action on the proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement” was opened. Discussion: “The City Council met on the 17th, discussed the potential loan agreement, but then tabled further discussion until the July 8th meeting.”

It was moved by council member Kelsay and seconded by council member Straube to close the public hearing and that  further consideration of the Water Revenue loan and Disbursement Agreement be adjourned to July 8th, 2024 at 6 pm at the city hall, Spillville, Iowa, at which time and place the City Council will meet to further consider such Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement.

Public Hearing was closed.

Spillville Fireworks Update: The city is donating funds. There was also discussion about events in the park, access to the park during events, and the return to taxpayers for funded events in the current situations of budget limits.

Library Basement Storage: Items that could be reused by South Winn. Parks and Rec. Darrel Schmitt will move forward to see if any items can be donated.

Street and Water: Request to be sent to Marc Ruden for a street project update.

Next City Council Meeting: Will be July 8th at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. Motioned by Kelsay, seconded by Backes. No discussion. Voice vote: ayes unanimous, nays none, motion carried.

No other reports or updates.

Adjournment: Motioned by Backes, seconded by Schmitt. Voice vote: ayes unanimous, nays none. City Council meeting was closed at 6:55 p.m.

Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Spillville, Iowa held the regular meeting of the Spillville City Council Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Spillville City Hall.  Mayor Wermers called the meeting to order with the following councilmen present Backes, Kelsay, Taylor, Schmitt, and Straube.

Consent Agenda:  Motion by Backes, seconded by Taylor to approve items as follows:  Approval of Claims.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion carried.

Permit Applications:

• Building Permit – Gabe Klimesh submitted a building permit for Solar Panels. Covenant was reviewed. Motion by Straube, seconded by Kelsay to approve.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none.  Motion carried.
• Fireworks Permit – South Winn Area Community Group (Dakota Hageman) submitted an application for fireworks for Spillville’s July 6^th Celebration scheduled for 9:30 p.m. with rain dates scheduled for July 7^th or July 8, 2024. Motion by Straube, seconded by Backes to approve.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none.  Motion carried.

Matt Frana: Winneshiek County Soil & Water Conservation District representatives Matt Frana along with Becky Ortman were present and representatives from the Iowa Geological Survey to discuss the Geologic and Hydrologic Assessment of Spillville Well #2 improvements to enable the evaluation of potential contaminate sources and pathways to affect the well. A motion was made to support Matt Frana in moving forward with the project by Schmitt and seconded by Straube.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none.  Motion carried.

Water Project:

• Amendment #2 to Proposal for Professional Services was read. Motion to approve by Straube, seconded by Backes.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none.  Motion carried; amendment signed.
• Resolution 24-5-2 to approve contracts and performance and/or payment bonds for the Water System Improvements 2024 project (Contracts A & B) motioned by Straube, seconded by Kelsay. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none.  Motion carried.
• Resolution 25-5-3 to fix June 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the City Hall for a Public Hearing on the Proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $1,742,000 motioned by Straube, seconded by Taylor. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion carried.

2024 Mayor Committee Appointments: Appointments were discussed and made.

Spillville Fireworks on July 6^th: Updates were discussed.

Mark Kuhn / Mark Balik:  The Inwood is going forward with internet connection; discussion was held to include Riverside Park with this connection and have the cost be split between the Inwood and the City.  Motion to approve by Kelsay, seconded by Taylor.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none.  Motion carried.

Budget 2023-2024 Amendment Public Hearing:  A motion to open the Public Hearing to Amend the Adopted 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget of the City of Spillville at 7:05 p.m. by Kelsay, seconded by Schmitt.  No comments by the public were made.  Motion was made by Straube, seconded by Backes to close the meeting at 7:06 p.m.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none. Motion carried.  Motion was made to approve Resolution 24-5-1 Amending the Adopted 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget of the City of Spillville by Kelsay, seconded by Schmitt.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion carried; resolution approved.

Traffic Signing:  Discussion was held concerning the addition of a speed limit sign.  Decision was made to leave as is at this time.

Swim Bus:  Discussion was held, there will be no swim bus this year in Spillville.

City Council Meeting Date/Time Change:  Discussion was held, meeting date will continue on the 3^rd Monday of the Month.

Street Project:  Mayor Wermers gave a short update from Mark Ruden.

Annexation:  No update.

Bily Clocks: Report was emailed out before the meeting.

Adjournment:  Motion by Kelsay, seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 7:34 pm.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.  Attest:  Nikki Wagner, City Clerk

Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Spillville, Iowa held a Special Meeting of the Spillville City Council Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Spillville City Hall.  Mayor Wermers called the meeting to order with the following councilmen present Backes, Kelsay, Taylor, Schmitt, and Straube.

Consent Agenda:  Motion by Backes, seconded by Taylor to approve items as follows:  Approval of Claims. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.

Permit Applications:  Building Permit – Tommy Hansen submitted a building permit for Privacy Fence and Master Bedroom/Bathroom.  Motion to approve Permit Number 24-04-2 by Kelsay, seconded by Straube.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none.  Motion carried.

Building Permit – Gabe Klimesh submitted a building permit for Solar Panels. Item has been tabled until more information can be obtained per the council.

Liquor License – Civic Improvement Association (Inwood) submitted their liquor license for approval. Motion to approve by Taylor, seconded by Schmitt.  Submission of Certificate of Insurance and Map of the Outdoor Service by the Civic Improvement Association is requested.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none.  Motion carried.

Street Project:  No updates.

Water Project:  No updates.

Annexation: No updates.

Budget 2025:  A motion to open the Public Hearing to Approve the Budget was made at 6:20 p.m by Kelsay, seconded by Taylor.  No comments by the public were made.  Motion was made by Straube, seconded by Backes to close the meeting at 6:21 p.m.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none. Motion carried.  Motion was made to approve Resolution 24-4-1 Adopting the Budget and Approving Included Transfers by Straube, seconded by Kelsay.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion carried, resolution approved.

Library: Motion to approve the Library Wage Increase Resolution 24-4-4 was made by Kelsay, seconded by Taylor.  Roll call vote:  Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion carried, resolution approved.

Regular City Meeting Date and Time Change:  Motion to change the Regular City Meeting Date and Time to the 3^rd Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. was made by Taylor, seconded by Kelsay.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none.  Motion carried.  The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00 p.m at the Spillville City Hall.

Bily Clocks: Linda Thompson has been hired for the Bily Clocks Tour Guide Position

2024 Budget Amendment: Motion to set a Public Hearing for the 2024 Budget Amendment for Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. was made by Straube, seconded by Backes.  Roll call vote:  Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none. Motion carried.

Parks and Recreation Report: Report summary was given by John Taylor.

Adjournment:  Motion by Kelsay, seconded by Schmitt to adjourn at 6:50 pm.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.  Attest:  Nikki Wagner, City Clerk

The Spillville City Council held the regular meeting at the Spillville City Hall at 6:00 PM. on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.  Mayor Wermers called the meeting to order with the following councilmen present Backes, Kelsay, Taylor, Schmitt, and Straube.

Consent Agenda: Motion by Backes, seconded by Straube to approve items as follows:  Approval of Claims

Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.

Building Permit Application:  Brennon Knudsen submitted a building permit for a Privacy Fence.  Resident states property has been surveyed.  Motion to approve Permit Number 24-04-1 by Straube, seconded by Taylor.  Roll call votes:  Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion carried.

Street Project:  No updates.

Water Project: Mark Klimesh from Central Motors was here to inquire about access to businesses during the project time.  Councilman Taylor stated that Emergency Access is required to be maintained at all times during the project.  Mayor Wermers has reached out to Origin Designs to obtain a better idea of how access will be maintained.  Mayor Wermers will update as needed when more information is obtained.

Annexation: No update

Water Rates / Debt Service Rate:  Tabled until July / August meetings.

Budget 2025: Motion to set a Public Hearing to Approve the Budget for Tuesday, April 23, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m. was made by Kelsay, seconded by Straube. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.

American Rescue Plan Funds: Motion was made to use the remainder of the funds for tree removal expenses by Straube, seconded by Backes. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried

Travel & Leisure Guide: The same add for Spillville that has been previously submitted will be submitted this year again.

Develop Mitigation Measures to offset the removal of the historic water tower:  Discussion happened about documentation, recognition, and possible requirements of the State Historical Society.  No decisions were made at this time.

Bily Clocks Report: A report summary was submitted.

City Maintenance Report: A report summary was submitted.

Other Items: A concern about loose goats were discussed, a statement was made of filing a nuisance if the issue persists. A concern about an elected official presumably using their position for their individual opinions to be heard was discussed.

Adjournment: Motion by Kelsay, seconded by Schmitt to adjourn at 7:05 pm.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.  Attest:  Nikki Wagner, City Clerk

The Spillville City Council held a Special Meeting at the Spillville City Hall at 5:45 PM. on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.  Mayor Wermers called the meeting to order with the following councilmen present Backes, Kelsay, Taylor, Schmitt, and Straube.

Public Hearing: The Purpose of soliciting Written or Oral Comments in the City’s Proposed Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

• Motion was made to open the public hearing at 5:45 p.m. by Kelsay, seconded by Schmitt. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none. Motion carried.
• No oral or written comments were received from the public.
• Motion was made to close the public hearing at 5:48 p.m. by Kelsay, seconded by Straube. Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous.  Nays, none. Motion carried.

Adjournment: Motion by Kelsay, seconded by Taylor to adjourn at 5:50 p.m.  Roll call vote: Ayes, unanimous. Nays, none. Motion Carried.  Attest:  Nikki Wagner, City Clerk