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Wed Aug 12, 2026

Meeting

Epworth Council to hire part-time officer, approve Fox Ridge lot split

The Epworth City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and a few specific actions. They will consider a resolution to hire a part-time police officer and a resolution to split Lot 24 in the Fox Ridge subdivision, along with a proclamation for rail safety.

Resolution to hire a part-time police officer
Lot 24 Fox Ridge split plat resolution
Silker's alcohol license renewal
Proclamation: See Tracks, Think Train
Police report received and filed

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EPWORTH CITY COUNCIL Contact City Hall if you prefer to join virtually and we will arrange for you to attend via Google Meet platform. Wed. August 12, 2026 at 6:00 pm Council Chambers, 191 Jacoby Drive E. AGENDA A. Approval of Agenda B. Consent Agenda 1. Minutes 2. Clerk & Treasurer Reports 3. Expenditure Claims Report 4. Receive & file Police Report 5. Silker’s Alcohol License C. Proclamation: See Tracks, Think Train D. Lot 24 Fox Ridge Split Plat Resolution E. Resolution of hiring in the Part-time Police Officer position F, Other Business 1. Public Comment and Announcements Public Involvement and Conduct at Council Meetings As a courtesy to everyone present, please silence cell phones and electronic devices while the meeting is in session. We believe public input is vital in the governance of out City and welcome input from the public at Council Meetings. If you wish to address the Council or ask a question about an item being discussed, please approach the podium and wait to recognized before speaking. Time limits may be imposed. Remarks should be related to the topic under discussion, addressed to the entire Council, respectful toward everyone, and appropriate for a public meeting. The order of the business is at the discretion of the Mayor and may differ from the order posted. To address the Council regarding an item not on the agenda, please come forward during the public comment item on the agenda. Please note that due to Jowa’s open meetings law, the Cou …

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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves alcohol license for Epworth Gun Club

The Epworth City Council approved an alcohol license for the Epworth Gun Club and adopted the consent agenda, including meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous (4-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

Approved agenda (4-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes (4-0)
Approved alcohol license for Epworth Gun Club (4-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch, Melissa O’Brien. Absent: Dana Nadermann. Motion Conrad to approve the agenda, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve consent agenda items: minutes, second O’Brien; ayes (4). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve the alcohol license for Epworth Gun Club, second O’Brien; ayes (4). Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:08 pm.

Wed Jul 8, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves street closures for Town & Country Days and RAGBRAI

The Epworth City Council unanimously approved street closures for the 2026 Town and Country Days and RAGBRAI events, as well as a $121,494.73 payment for the Jacoby Drive storm drainage project, a letter of support for road paving, and Resolution #17-2026 designating posting locations. All votes were 5-0.

Approved agenda as amended (removing item #2) (5-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes, finance reports, police report, and Dollar General Alcohol License (5-0)
Approved street closures for 2026 Town and Country Days and 2026 RAGBRAI event (5-0)
Approved Jacoby Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project Pay Application #2 to Top Grade Excavating for $121,494.73 (5-0)
Approved letter of support for paving of remainder of Bobcat Rd and section of Kidder Rd between Placid Rd and Bobcat Rd (5-0)
Approved Resolution #17-2026 Annual Designation of Posting Locations (5-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, July 08, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch, Melissa O’Brien, Dana Nadermann. Motion Wilgenbusch to approve the agenda as amended removing #2, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve consent agenda items: minutes, finance reports, receive and file the police report, Dollar General Alcohol License, second O’Brien; ayes (5). Discussed the street closures for the 2026 Town and County Days event to be the same as last year. As follows, closing 2st St. NW and 2nd Ave NW, bordering the park on Friday 5 pm through Sunday morning; closing 2 blocks of Main from 1st to 3rd Avenue, plus 3rd Avenue NW on Saturday till 5 pm, closing Main Street downtown block after the parade through end of street dance. Discussed the street closures for the 2026 Ragbrai event to be the following intersections; First Ave SW and Main St, First Ave NW and Main St, Second Ave SW and Main St, Second Ave NW and Main St, North Center Ave and Main St, South Center Ave and Main St until 2 pm. Motion Conrad approving the designated parade route and street closures for 2026 Town and Country Days event and the street closures for the 2026 Ragbrai event, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to approve Jacoby Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project Pay Application #2 to Top Grade Excavating in the amount of $121,494.73, second O’Brien; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch …

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Wed Jun 24, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves ICAP insurance renewal and FY26 interfund transfers

The Epworth City Council met on June 24, 2026, with four members present and one absent. The council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, a tobacco permit, and setting October 25 from 6-7 pm for Trick or Treat night. They also approved the ICAP insurance renewal and Resolution #16-2026 for FY26 interfund transfers. All votes were 4-0.

Approved consent agenda (minutes, Silker's Tobacco Permit, Trick or Treat night on October 25, 6-7 pm) (4-0)
Approved ICAP insurance renewal (4-0)
Approved Resolution #16-2026 FY26 Interfund Transfers (4-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch, Melissa O’Brien. Absent: Dana Nadermann. Motion Krapfl to approve the agenda, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (4). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve consent agenda items: minutes, Silker’s Tobacco Permit, Set Sunday October 25% 6-7 pm Trick or Treat night, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve the ICAP insurance renewal, second O’Brien; ayes (4). Motion Krapfl to approve Resolution # 16-2026 FY26 Interfund Transfers, second Wilgenbusch: ayes (4). Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:35 pm. Sandra Gassman, Mayor Jessica Kennedy, City Clerk

Wed Jun 10, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council appoints O'Brien, approves tobacco permit

The council appointed Melissa O'Brien to fill a vacancy and approved a tobacco permit for McDermott Oil Company. All votes were unanimous (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

Appointed Melissa O'Brien as council member (3-0)
Approved tobacco permit for McDermott Oil Company (3-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, and expenditure claims (3-0)
Received and filed police report (3-0)

Minutes

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch. Absent: Dana Nadermann. Motion Conrad to approve the agenda, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Wilgenbusch to appoint Melissa O’Brien as council member, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Krapfl to approve the consent agenda items: minutes, financial reports, expenditure claims, second Conrad; ayes (3). Motion Conrad to receive and file the police report, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Krapfl to approve the tobacco permit for McDermott Oil Company, second Conrad; ayes (3). Derrick Parsons, English Insurance summarized the changes in the insurance renewal packet. Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:35 pm.

Wed May 27, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves FY26 budget amendment, abandoned vehicle code

The council approved Resolution #14-2026 adopting the FY26 Budget Amendment after a public hearing with no comments. They also approved a code amendment on abandoned motor vehicles, waiving second and third readings. A council member appointment was tabled.

Approved FY26 Budget Amendment via Resolution #14-2026 (4-0)
Approved first reading of Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment (4-0)
Waived second and third readings of Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment (4-0)
Adopted Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment (4-0)
Tabled council member appointment

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch, Dana Nadermann. Absent: Mitch McDermott. Motion Wilgenbusch to approve the agenda, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Conrad to approve consent agenda items: minutes, Dollar General tobacco permit, DK’s Double Deuce tobacco permit, Casey’s tobacco permit, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Motion Wilgenbusch to open public hearing on FY26 Budget Amendment, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Motion Conrad to close hearing, no comments noted, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Nadermann to approve Resolution #14-2026 adopting FY26 Budget Amendment, second Conrad; ayes (4). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve first reading of Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Conrad to waive second and third reading of Abandoned Motot Vehicles Code Amendment, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Motion Naderman to adopt Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (4). Discussion on current Goals and Action Plan. Review of 2026 Park Inspection. Appoint council member, tabled Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:53 pm.

Wed May 13, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves property maintenance code, alcohol licenses, and storm water project

The Epworth City Council unanimously approved several items including alcohol licenses for McDermott Oil Company and Dollar General, a pay application for the storm water project, resolutions for a three-way stop on Kidder Rd. and plats for Horsfield Business Park, and adopted the Property Maintenance Code Amendment after waiving second and third readings. The first reading of the Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment passed 4-1. Discussion items included ball diamond scheduling and a culvert issue at 213 1st St. SE.

Approved agenda and consent agenda (5-0)
Approved alcohol licenses for McDermott Oil Company and Dollar General (5-0)
Set public hearing for Budget Amendment on May 27, 2026 (5-0)
Approved pay application for 2026 Storm Water Project (5-0)
Approved Resolution #10-2026 for Kidder Rd. three-way stop (5-0)
Approved Resolutions #12-2026 for Plats 3 and 4 of Horsfield Business Park (5-0 each)
Adopted Ordinance 11-2026 Property Maintenance Code Amendment (5-0)
Approved first reading of Abandoned Motor Vehicles Code Amendment (4-1)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch, Mitch McDermott, Dana Nadermann. Motion Nadermann to approve the agenda, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion Krapfl to approve consent agenda items: minutes, financial reports, expenditure claims, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion Conrad to receive and file the police report, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Naderman to approve the alcohol license for McDermott Oil Company and Dollar General, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion Krapfl to set the public hearing date of May 27, 2026, for the Budget Amendment, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to approve pay application for 2026 Storm Water Project, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve resolution # 10-2026 for the Kidder Rd. three-way stop, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion McDermott to approve resolution # 12-2026 Plat 3 of Horsfield Business Park, second Krapfl; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch to approve resolution # 12-2026 Plat 4 of Horsfield Business Park, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Conrad to approve first reading of Property Maintenance Code Amendment, second Krapfl; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to waive second and third reading of Property Maintenance Code Amendment, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to adopt Ordinance 11-2026 Property Maintenance Code Amendment, second Krapfl; ayes (5). Motion Conrad to a …

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Wed Apr 22, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council adopts FY27 budget and levy, amends city code

The council approved Resolution #8-2026 adopting the FY27 budget and levy after a public hearing with no comments. A code amendment to Chapter 8.16 was also adopted. A letter of support for closing the median at Bierman Road and Highway 20 was approved. Discussion on further code changes was held, with staff directed to draft amendments.

Approved FY27 budget and levy via Resolution #8-2026 (3-0)
Adopted City Code Chapter 8.16 amendment (3-0)
Approved DOT letter of support for closing median at Bierman Rd and Highway 20 (3-0)
Directed staff to draft amendments to City Codes 8.08 and 8.20 (discussion only)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dan Wilgenbusch. Absent: Mitch McDermott, Dana Nadermann. Motion Wilgenbusch to approve the agenda, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Conrad to approve consent agenda items: minutes, Pizza Factory & Feed Store Pub alcohol license, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Wilgenbusch to open public hearing on FY27 Budget, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Conrad to closed hearing, no comments noted, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (3). Motion Krapfl to approve Resolution #8-2026 adopting FY27 Budget & levy, second Conrad; ayes (3). Motion Wilgenbusch to adopt City Code Chapter 8.16 code amendment, second Conrad; ayes (3). Motion Krapfl to approve DOT letter of support regarding closing the meadian at Bierman Rd and Highway 20, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (3). Discussion of changes to City Codes 8.08 and 8.20, staff to draft code amendment. Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:47 pm.

Wed Apr 8, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Epworth Council approves FY27 property tax hearing, contracts, hires

The Epworth City Council held a public hearing on the FY27 property tax and levy, with citizen comment urging a low rate, and closed the hearing. In regular session, the council approved a contract with Top Grade Excavating, seasonal hires, alcohol licenses, and advanced a garbage and solid waste code amendment. Discussions were held on property maintenance, junk vehicle codes, sidewalk inspections, and a median closure request.

Opened and closed FY27 property tax and levy hearing (5-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and finance reports (5-0)
Received and filed police report (5-0)
Approved alcohol licenses for DK's Double Deuce and Epworth Athletic Club (5-0)
Approved contract with Top Grade Excavating (5-0)
Approved seasonal hires: Willis Schroeder at $12.75/hr, Randy Horsfield at $12.50/hr (5-0)
Approved second reading of Garbage and Solid Waste code amendment (5-0)
Waived third reading of Garbage and Solid Waste code amendment (5-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm in Special Session with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dana Nadermann, Dan Wilgenbusch, Mitch McDermott. Motion Conrad to open the hearing on FY27 property tax and levy, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Citizen comment to work to keep the rate low for the citizens. No further comments. Hearing closed on a motion by Krapfl; second Nadermann; ayes (5). Mayor adjourned meeting at 6:05 pm. * * * * * * * * * The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 in Regular Session at 6:15 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dana Nadermann, Dan Wilgenbusch, Mitch McDermott. Motion Wilgenbusch to approve the agenda, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion Conrad consent agenda items: minutes, expenditure claims, and finance reports, second Krapfl; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to receive and file the police report, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion McDermott to approve the alcohol licenses for DK’s Double Deuce and Epworth Athletic Club, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion Krapfl approving the contract to Top Grade Excavating, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Naderman to approve seasonal hires of Willis Schroeder at $12.75/hr and Randy Horsfield at $12.50/hr., second Wilgenbusch; ayes (5). Motion Naderman to approve the second reading of Garbage and Solid Waste code amendment, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion Naderman to waive the third reading of Ga …

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Wed Mar 25, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council awards storm water contract, advances garbage code change

The Epworth City Council met on March 25, 2026, with three members present. The council approved the agenda, consent items, and a fireman alcohol license renewal. A public hearing on the 2026 Storm Water Project was closed with no comments, and a contract was awarded to Top Grade Excavating Inc. The first reading of an amendment to the garbage and solid waste code was also approved.

Approved agenda (3-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes and financial reports (3-0)
Approved Epworth Community Volunteer Fireman alcohol license renewal (3-0)
Approved Resolution #7-2026 awarding 2026 Storm Water Project contract to Top Grade Excavating Inc (3-0)
Approved first reading of amendment to City Code Chapter 8.16 Garbage and Solid Waste (3-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dana Nadermann. Absent: Mitch McDermott, Dan Wilgenbusch. Motion Conrad to approve the agenda, second Krapfl; ayes (3). Motion Krapfl to approve consent agenda items: minutes, financial reports, second Conrad; ayes (3). Motion Conrad to approve Epworth Community Volunteer Fireman alcohol license renewal, second Nadermann; ayes (3). Mayor opened the hearing on 2026 Storm Water Project; closed hearing noting no comments. Review of bids received. Motion by Nadermann to approve Resolution # 7-2026 Award of Contract to Top Grade Excavating Inc, second Conrad; ayes (3). Motion Krapfl to approve 1st reading amending City Code Chapter 8.16 Garbage and Solid Waste, second Conrad; ayes (3). Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:33 pm.

Wed Mar 11, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council sets public hearings for storm water project, tax dollars, and FY27 budget

The council approved the agenda, consent items, police report, and an alcohol license renewal. It set a March 25 public hearing and contract award for the 2026 Storm Water Project, an April 8 hearing on proposed property tax dollars, and an April 22 hearing on the FY27 Proposed Budget. A street closure for an Easter Egg Hunt was approved. The garbage rate structure was reviewed but no action taken.

Approved agenda (4-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes and expenditure claims (4-0)
Received and filed police report (4-0)
Approved Locals alcohol license renewal (4-0)
Approved street closure of 2nd Ave NW at Tower Park for Easter Egg Hunt on March 28 (4-0)
Set public hearing and contract award for 2026 Storm Water Project for March 25 (4-0)
Set hearing on proposed property tax dollars for April 8 (4-0)
Set hearing on FY27 Proposed Budget for April 22 (4-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Dana Nadermann, Dan Wilgenbusch. Absent: Mitch McDermott. Motion Conrad to approve the agenda, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Krapfl to approve consent agenda items: minutes, expenditure claims, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Conrad to receive and file the police report, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Krapfl to approve Locals alcohol license renewal, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Nadermann to approve the street closure of 2nd Ave NW at Tower Park for the Easter Egg Hunt on March 28, second Conrad; ayes (4). Jason Wenger presented the 2026 Storm Water Project plans. Motion Wilgenbusch to set the public hearing and award contract for March 25, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Review of current garbage rate structure. No action taken. Return with amendment of garbage rate ordinance to reflect service contracted rates. Motion Wilgenbusch to set hearing on proposed property tax dollars for April 8, second Nadermann; ayes (4). Motion Krapfl to set the date of April 22 for Hearing on the FY27 Proposed Budget, second Conrad; ayes (4). Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:45 pm.

Wed Feb 25, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council authorizes storm water project bidding

The council authorized a Notice to Bidders for the 2026 Storm Water Project, with bids to be opened March 18. A proclamation supporting Iowa Honey Bee Day on March 25, 2026 was also presented. The meeting lasted 29 minutes.

Authorized Notice to Bidders for 2026 Storm Water Project (4-0)
Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes (4-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Mitch McDermott, Dana Nadermann. Absent: Dan Wilgenbusch. Motion Conrad to approve the agenda, second Krapfl; ayes (4). Motion Nadermann to approve consent agenda items: minutes, second McDermott; ayes (4). Jason Wenger presented the 2026 Storm Water Project plans. Motion Conrad to authorize the Notice to Bidders for March 18 letting; second Krapfl. Mayor presented proclamation on the importance of honey bees in the state if Iowa, supporting Iowa Honey Bee Day on March 25, 2026. Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:29 pm.

Wed Feb 11, 2026

Meeting

✓ Decided: Council adopts city clerk and deputy clerk code amendments

The Epworth City Council unanimously approved ordinance amendments for the city clerk and deputy clerk positions, suspending subsequent readings. A public hearing on the property tax levy was scheduled for April 8, 2026. The council also supported a local youth fundraiser.

Adopted Ordinance #06-2026 amending city clerk code (5-0)
Adopted Ordinance #05-2026 amending deputy clerk code (5-0)
Set public hearing on property tax levy for April 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Approved Salute to America fundraiser presented by Troop 175 (5-0)

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The Epworth City Council met on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00 pm with Mayor Sandra Gassman presiding. Present: Tony Krapfl, Karen Conrad, Mitch McDermott, Dan Wilgenbusch, Dana Nadermann (joined virtually) Motion McDermott to approve the agenda, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (5). Motion Conrad to approve consent agenda items: minutes, finance reports, expenditure claims, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to receive and file the police report, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (5). Nick Elliott with Troop 175 presented a future fundraiser within the community, Salute to America. Motion Conrad to support and approve the Salute to America fundraiser, second Wilgenbusch; ayes (5) Motion Wilgenbusch to approve 1st reading of City Clerk Code Amendment, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch to suspend subsequent readings, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch to adopt Ord# 06-2026 City Clerk, second Conrad; ayes (5). Motion Conrad to approve 1st reading of Deputy Clerk Code Amendment, second McDermott; ayes (5). Motion Wilgenbusch to suspend subsequent readings, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Conrad to adopt Ord# 05-2026 Deputy Clerk, second Nadermann; ayes (5). Motion Nadermann to set public hearing on property tax levy for 6:00pm on April 08, 2026 Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:38 pm.

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