Lynnville-Sully senior receives All-State Speech nod

The Lynnville City Council met in regular session on Monday, Mar. 14, at Lynnville City Hall. Mayor Roy James called the meeting to order with all councilmembers present. Guests included Dale Flander, Mark Van Wyk, Travis Henkle, Jeff Davidson, and Faye Brand. The minutes of the February meeting were approved as well as the city and payroll claims.

Prior to the meeting, Hugh Carney was given the oath of office to fill the open council seat vacated when as a councilmember, James was elected mayor by write-in vote at the last election. Carney and his wife, Gail, moved to Lynnville just over a year ago and enjoy small town living. The couple’s family includes three children and eight grandchildren. Carney’s previous government experience includes his position as an alderman in Hallsville, MO.

Jeff Davidson, Hometown Pride coach, reported on the Keep Iowa Beautiful Program that began last year. There are seven communities involved in Jasper County, ranging from the size of Lynnville to Newton. He also reported on the recreational trail concept both Sully and Lynnville committees identified as a need in the communities and the progress that is happening. Several other grant opportunities are in the works. James thanked Davidson for his efforts for Lynnville.

Lynnville Fire Chief Van Wyk was in attendance to review fire department needs.

Ceiling fans have been purchased for Old Setts Pavilion, and James and Josh DeWitt will install them, hopefully before the annual Easter Egg Hunt.

On behalf of the Lynnville Saddle Club, Henkle asked for permission to install a few signs by the Saddle Club. The club would also like to be added to the directional signs around town. They also inquired about putting more gravel down and other upkeep to the arena area.

A public hearing was held for FY17 Budget. No one was present to speak. Resolution 2016-01 Proposed FY17 Budget second reading was approved, and the third reading was waived.

Resolution 2016-02 Spending Authority for City Maintenance Personnel for $300 was approved.

Resolution 2016-04 Property Lien at 607 First Street due to unpaid utilities $428.45, mowing fee of $240, and $25 administrative fee for a total of $693.45 was approved.

Discussion was had on 503 Maple Street house burn. Mark Newburg and Van Wyk researched the DNR permits needed to have a practice burn. This did not seem a feasible option due to suspected asbestos at the site. Instead, bids will be sought to tear down and haul away the house.

Saturday, Apr. 23, has been set for Lynnville clean-up day.

The council discussed a mobile food vendor request from Jeff Arment at last month's meeting to park and sell on public property. At this time, the council did not approve any permits for selling on public property and will verify nothing is needed for selling on private property.

Prior to the Mar. 1 deadline, 89 dogs were registered with the city. One citizen who winters down south will register his two when he returns with them. Five people who registered their dogs last year did not register this year and did not respond to the letters sent to them. The city maintenance man will verify if these citizens still have dogs, and if they do, one last letter will be left before turning it over to the court system.

The council opened the sealed bids for the kitchen cabinets and a $90 bid was accepted from Mike Terpstra for the cabinets.

Kim Harsselaar gave the maintenance report in DeWitt's absence. The microwave and fridge in the city hall need replaced, and the council gave DeWitt a limit to look for replacements. All lights have been replaced in city hall with LED bulbs. He has not heard back from Garden and Associates on the sewer system matter.

Meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

 

 

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