Jesup, Iowa
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Recent meetings
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Meeting
Jesup City Council approves new police officer and library staff
The City Council approved the hiring of a full-time police officer and two part-time library assistants. The council also authorized spending for a new Bobcat Skid Steer Loader and tree dump grinding services.
- Approved $18,806.00 for a new Bobcat Skid Steer Loader from Del-Clay Farm Equipment
- Approved up to $21,000.00 for DKW Tree Service to grind debris at the city tree dump
- Approved hiring of a full-time police officer and two part-time library assistants
- Approved Waste Collector’s licenses for Thomas James, Kluesner Sanitation, and Waste Management
- Rejected a proposal to provide $2,000.00 annually for a Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) cat program
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CITY COUNCIL
JULY 20, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall,
791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, and Craig Wright.
Absent: Merritt Jones.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Gosse, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Mayor Masteller questioned the claim for David Becker Electric in the amount of $8,088.15. Public Works
Director Michael Fetthether stated this claim is for the electricity in the Veterans Park to light flagpoles and a lift
to replace brackets in the downtown park. Councilmember Bell spoke regarding the applications for Waste
Collector’s licenses. Bell would like to limit the licenses approved this year to the three that are within this
consent agenda. Motion by Bell, seconded by Wright, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent
agenda. 1. Approve the minutes of July 6, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports.
3. Approve the claims and give directions to pay. 4. Approve liquor license applications – Lucky Wife Wine
Slushies. 5. Approve the application for Waste Collector’s licenses – Thomas James, Kluesner Sanitation, and
Waste Management. These three Waste Collector’s licenses will be
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Mon Jul 6, 2026
Meeting
Council approves $33,675 contract to upfit three new grass trucks
The Jesup City Council considered a range of financial claims, approved several service contracts, and took action on community matters. Key decisions included approving a $33,675 contract to upfit three new grass trucks, adopting a firework permit for an event at the Jesup Community School, and accepting the resignation of Police Officer Brock Barnhart. The council also discussed communication options for residents and tabled an electronic scooter ordinance for further review.
- Approve $33,675 contract with CVSi Motorsports to upfit three new grass trucks
- Motion to approve $6,600 TEXTMYGOV software quote failed (2:3)
- Approve firework permit for Tyler DeSousa’s August 1 event at Jesup Community School
- Approve Kite Construction quotes to replace concrete at 854 Douglas Street and 244‑254 Main Street
- Accept resignation of Police Officer Brock Barnhart
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CITY COUNCIL
JULY 6, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: None.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
Council Member Gosse requested to add a claim from Leverage Printing in the amount of $259.99 to the claims list.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Jones, to approve the consent agenda, which includes a claim from Leverage Printing in
the amount of $259.99, and adopt the following items on the consent agenda: 1. Approve the minutes of June 15, 2026,
regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the claims and give directions to pay. 3. Approve the liquor license
application – JT Smoothies and Coffees LLC. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Wright, Jones. Nays: None.
Motion carried 5:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR JULY 6, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE JUNE 15, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 06-26-26 22,258.51
IPERS City and employee share, retirement 9,912.20
Farmers State Bank Payroll Taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,499.52
Treasurer, State of Iowa State payroll withh
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
Meeting
Jesup City Council approves six-month recycling trial with Kluesner
The City Council approved a short-term contract for recycling services and passed several resolutions regarding employee salaries. The body also approved various city claims and appointed a new member to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
- Approved six-month trial for co-mingled and cardboard recycling with Kluesner
- Payment of $169,994.00 to Feld Fire for SCBA equipment
- Payment of $72,360.00 to Kluesner for Prospect St rutting
- Payment of $20,787.40 to Signs and More for engraved pavers
- Appointed John Bergman to the Planning and Zoning Commission through December 31, 2029
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CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 15, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall,
791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: None.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
Motion by Gosse, seconded by Hamilton, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent agenda. 1.
Approve the minutes of June 1, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports. 3.
Approve the claims and give directions to pay. 4. Approve the liquor license application – Jesup Farmers Day
Inc. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Wright, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 5:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR JUNE 15, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE JUNE 1, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 6-04-26 5,573.34
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 6-12-26 19,882.91
Farmer State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 1,364.06
Farmer State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,090.02
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 723.31
Jesup Postmaster June Water Bills 313.56
J & M DISPLAYS 250th Anniversary Fireworks 20,000.00
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
Meeting
Jesup council approves contracts and employee compensation
The Jesup City Council approved three resolutions, including a contract and bond agreement and a resolution establishing supplementary employee compensation. The meeting also included the approval of claims and tobacco permits.
- Resolution 2026-55: Approves contract and bond
- Resolution 2026-56: Awards contract
- Resolution 2026-57: Establishes supplementary employee compensation
- Claims totaling $83,900.63
- Tobacco permit applications for Kwik Star, Casey's, and Dollar General
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CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 1, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Craig Wright, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Andrew Hamilton.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Gosse, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Jones, seconded by Bell, to approve the consent agenda and adopt the following items on the consent
agenda: 1. Approve the minutes of May 18, 2026, regular city council meeting and May 27, 2026, special city council
meeting. 2. Approve the claims and give directions to pay. 3. Approve Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor products
permit applications for Kwik Star Inc., Casey’s General Store, and Dollar General. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse,
Wright, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR JUNE 1, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE MAY 18, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 05-31-2026 20,907.83
IPERS City and employee share, retirement 13,042.10
Farmers State Bank Payroll Taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,332.12
Treasurer, State of Iowa State payroll withholding tax 2,059.28
Hartford Life Insurance Life Insurance 150.00
Delta Dental Vision and de
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Wed May 27, 2026
Meeting
Jesup City Council approves $20,000 for July 5 fireworks
The City Council held a special meeting to discuss and vote on a fireworks display for the 250th anniversary of the United States. The council approved funding for the event using General Fund reserves.
- Approval of $20,000.00 quote from J & M Displays for fireworks on July 5, 2026
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CITY COUNCIL
MAY 27, 2026
Jesup City Council met in a special council meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor Pro-tem Cindy Gosse called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, and Craig Wright.
Absent: Andrew Hamilton and Merritt Jones.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Bell, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 3:0.
Michael Fettkether, Public Works Director, spoke regarding a quote for an anniversary celebration of fireworks on July 5, 2026. The fireworks are a celebration of Jesup for the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America. The fireworks display would take place on school property west of the softball fields. The show would last approximately thirty minutes. Fettkether stated that J & M Displays need approval from the city prior to May 31, 2026, to get 8% of the show at no charge. Fettkether stated that on July 5th there is a community church service, a dedication ceremony to the new Veteran’s Park, and a dedication ceremony for a World War II memorial wall that is coming for Farmers Days. Councilmember Bell questioned if the city could join with the Sandlot fireworks celebration that takes place after summer ball season. Bell stated that this is a lot of money and would like to do this in conjunction with the Sandlot to reduce the
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Mon May 18, 2026
Meeting
Jesup City Council approves fire department trucks and street project water credits
The City Council approved the purchase of two grass trucks for the fire department and a contract to seal a leaking manhole. The council also established a water bill credit for residents watering hydroseeded areas of the Prospect and Hopkins Streets Improvement Project.
- Approved $151,110.00 for two grass trucks from Roling Ford and $74,816.00 for upfitting from Feld Fire
- Approved up to $4,000.00 for VisuSewer to seal a manhole at 10th Street and Ainsworth Street
- Approved a 10,000-gallon water bill credit for residents of the Prospect and Hopkins Streets Improvement Project who sign an agreement
- Approved claims totaling $185,477.68, including $83,774.08 to Prairie Road Builders for 2026 seal coating
- Approved $38,342.20 for a 2026 Traverse from Karl Chevrolet
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CITY COUNCIL
MAY 18, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall,
791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: None.
Motion by Hamilton, seconded by Wright, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Gosse, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent agenda. 1.
Approve the minutes of May 4, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports. 3.
Approve the claims and give directions to pay. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Wright, Jones. Nays:
None. Motion carried 5:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR MAY 18, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE MAY 4, 2026, MEETING:
Jesup Postmaster May Water Bills 314.03
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 5-15-26 21,535.92
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,285.31
AFLAC Employee Paid Insurance 101.84
Wellmark City and employee share, Health Insurance 12,071.04
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 205.00
Karl Chevrolet 2026 Traverse 38,342.20
CLAIMS PRESENTED FOR MAY 18, 2026:
3E GENERATOR REPAIR - AMB, FD, WA 1,320.95
AMAZON CLEANER/SCREWDRIVER SET - C
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Mon May 4, 2026
Meeting
Jesup City Council approves water tower painting and budget amendment
The City Council approved the plans and contract for the Water Tower Painting Project and adopted a budget amendment for fiscal year 2025-2026. The council also authorized payments for street improvements and approved a new park project in the West Echo addition.
- Approved contract for the Water Tower Painting Project
- Approved $88,515.11 payment for the Prospect & Hopkins Streets Improvement Project
- Approved $4,748.40 for a Dissolved Oxygen Probe for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Approved engineering agreement with Fehr Graham for a trail and volleyball court in the West Echo addition
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-53 revising local vendor definitions and booth fees for RAGBRAI
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CITY COUNCIL
MAY 4, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor Pro-tem Cindy Gosse called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Craig Wright, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Andrew Hamilton.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Jones, to approve the consent agenda and adopt the following items on the consent
agenda: 1. Approve the minutes of April 20, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the claims and give
directions to pay. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Wright, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR MAY 4, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE APRIL 20, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 5-1-26 19,575.17
Farmers State Bank Payroll Taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 5,819.45
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 42.00
CLAIMS PRESENTED FOR MAY 4, 2026:
AHLERS COONEY WEST ECHO URP 598.00
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CASE/SCREEN PROTECTOR/PANTS – PD 109.58
BADGER METER BEACON HOSTING SERVICE – WA 222.12
BODENSTEINER BLADES/OIL/FILTER – PK 134.68
BOUND TREE MEDICAL SUPPLIES – AMB 203.97
CHRISTOPHERSON HYDRAULICS SNOW BLOWER R
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
Meeting
Council adopted the FY 2026‑2027 budget with a new levy rate
The Jesup City Council approved the fiscal year 2026‑2027 budget, setting the levy rate at $14.30975. The council also adopted a three‑year union contract with specified wage increases and approved support for eleven single‑family homes in the West Echo addition. Additional actions included approving a $72,360 asphalt contract for Prospect Street and adopting a job description for a Street Superintendent.
- Adopted FY 2026‑2027 budget; new levy rate $14.30975
- Approved three‑year union contract with 5% first‑year raise, 4% subsequent years
- Supported construction of 11 single‑family homes via Workforce Housing Tax Credit grant
- Approved Kluesner Construction asphalt quote $72,360 for 3‑inch depth on Prospect Street
- Adopted 2018 Street Superintendent job description and posted opening
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CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 20, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City
Hall, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Craig Wright.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Gosse, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Hamilton, seconded by Jones, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent agenda. 1.
Approve the minutes of April 6, 2026, special city council meeting and April 6, 2026, special city council
meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports. 3. Approve the claims and give directions to pay. Roll Call: Ayes:
Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR APRIL 20, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE APRIL 6, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 4-17-26 20,594.95
IPERS City and employee share, retirement 8,641.95
Farmers State Bank Payroll Taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,011.25
Treasurer, State of Iowa State payroll withholding tax 1,302.40
AFLAC Employee Paid Insurance 101.84
Wellmark City and employee share, Health Insurance 12,466.78
Hartford Life Insurance Life Insurance 150.00
Delta Dental Dental/Vision 875.00
Employee Benefit Sy
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
Meeting
Public hearing on the proposed 2026‑2027 property tax levy
The Jesup City Council held a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2026‑2027. No public comments were received, and the hearing was closed without further action. The council approved the agenda and then adjourned the meeting.
- Public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2026‑2027
- Motion to approve the meeting agenda
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CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 6, 2026
Jesup City Council met in a special council meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright and Merritt Jones.
Absent: None.
Motion by Hamilton, seconded by Wright, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Wright, seconded by Jones, to open a public hearing on the matter of the Proposed Property Tax Levy for
fiscal year 2026-2027. Motion carried 5:0. Mayor Masteller opened the floor for any objections. Hearing no
comments, the Mayor requested a motion to close the public hearing. Motion by Bell, seconded by Jones, to close the
public hearing. Motion carried 5:0. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Wright, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5:0. The meeting adjourned at 7:04
p.m.
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Koley Mead
City Clerk
Thu Mar 26, 2026
Meeting
Jesup City Council approves purchase of 16 breathing apparatuses
The City Council met for a special meeting to address urgent equipment needs and insurance renewals. The council approved a purchase for the fire department, while a discussion on insurance quotes ended without action.
- Approved purchase of sixteen Self Contained Breathing Apparatus’s (SCBA) from Feld Fire
- Discussion of IMWCA insurance quote for $27,282.00 (no action taken)
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CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 26, 2026
Jesup City Council met in a special council meeting on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
Members present: Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright and Merritt Jones. Denny Bell joined the meeting at 5:03 p.m.
Absent: Denny Bell and Cindy Gosse.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Fire Chief Andy Trumbauer spoke regarding purchasing sixteen Self Contained Breathing Apparatus’s (SCBA). The
order must be placed before March 30, 2026, or there is a substantial price increase. Trumbauer explained to the
council how the SCBA’s would be funded. There was discussion on the disposal of the old SCBA’s. Motion by
Wright, seconded by Bell, to approve purchasing sixteen Self Contained Breathing Apparatus’s (SCBA) from Feld
Fire. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Jones, Hamilton, Wright. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
Jill Johnson, Vogel Insurance Agency, spoke regarding the renewal rates for the City property, casualty, and workers’
compensation insurance effective April 1, 2026. Johnson has received the quote from Iowa Municipalities Workers’
Compensation Association (IMWCA) but has not received the quote from Iowa Communities Assurance Pool
(ICAP). Johnson stated ICAP h
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Meeting
City Council directs termination of Black Hawk Waste recycling contract
The Jesup City Council approved its agenda and consent items, including minutes, clerk reports, claims totaling $29,151.03, and a liquor license for Jesup 9 and Dine and Banquet Hall. The council voted to renew city insurance with a $1,738 increase and raise the property deductible from $2,500 to $5,000. It also directed the clerk to send a 60‑day termination notice for the automatically renewing Black Hawk Waste recycling contract. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approve renewal of city insurance with $1,738 increase and raise deductible to $5,000 per building
- Direct clerk to send 60‑day termination notice for Black Hawk Waste recycling contract
- Approve claims totaling $29,151.03 for various city expenses
- Approve liquor license for Jesup 9 and Dine and Banquet Hall
- Approve minutes of March 2, 2026 meeting and city clerk reports
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CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 16, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City
Hall, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Craig Wright and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Andrew Hamilton.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Wright, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Gosse, seconded by Jones, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent agenda. 1.
Approve the minutes of March 2, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports. 3.
Approve the claims and give directions to pay. 4. Approve the liquor license application – Jesup 9 and Dine
and Banquet Hall. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Wright, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR MARCH 16, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE MARCH 02, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 3-06-2026 21,628.75
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,217.43
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 85.00
Jesup Postmaster March water bills - WA, WW 316.84
CLAIMS PRESENTED FOR MARCH 16, 2026:
AMAZON UV ROOM BULB/BULBS - AMB, WW 107.08
BADGER METER HOSTING/SERVICE AGREEMENT - WA 1,037.43
BLACK HAWK WASTE FEBRUARY CARDBOARD/
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
Meeting
Council approved a $77,700 contract for full-depth road patching
The Jesup City Council approved several items, including a $77,700 contract with Midwest Contractors for full-depth road patching. The council also adopted a $14,000 purchase of six firefighter turnout gear sets, approved a minor subdivision plat for GLORI LLC, and renewed employee health insurance with Wellmark and Delta plans. Additional approvals covered water‑meter replacement at the Jesup Community School and an electric pump repair at Well #2. The council discussed future options for the Central Recycling Site.
- Approved $14,000 purchase of six firefighter turnout gear sets from MES
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-40 for minor subdivision plat for GLORI LLC
- Approved renewal of employee health insurance with Wellmark PPO Enhance Blue 3000 and Delta dental/vision plans
- Approved $77,700 contract with Midwest Contractors for full-depth road patching
- Approved $6,563 quote from Metering and Technology Solutions to replace water meters at Jesup Community School
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CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 2, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Craig Wright.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Gosse, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Jones, seconded by Hamilton, to approve the consent agenda and adopt the following items on the consent
agenda: 1. Approve the minutes of February 16, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the claims and give
directions to pay. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR MARCH 2, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE FEBRUARY 16, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 02-20-26 22,857.91
IPERS City and employee share, retirement 9,407.72
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,551.82
Treasurer, State of Iowa State payroll withholding tax 1,424.88
AFLAC Employee Paid Insurance 101.84
Wellmark City and employee share, Health Insurance 10,655.04
Hartford Life Insurance Life Insurance 150.00
Delta Dental Dental/Vision 845.28
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 517.90
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Mon Feb 16, 2026
Meeting
Council approved purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse for $53,242.19
The Jesup City Council approved several contracts and appointments, including naming Blake Frush as the Water Operator and setting his salary. They authorized the purchase of two John Deere lawn mowers for $10,288.38 and 200 water meters. The council also approved a $53,242.19 purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse, subject to removing a contract paragraph, and a $23,298.25 decrease to a State Revolving Fund change order.
- Appointment of Blake Frush as Water Operator/Superintendent (salary effective Feb 14, 2026)
- Purchase of two John Deere lawn mowers for $10,288.38 from PK Midwest Co.
- Purchase of 200 water meters from Metering and Technology Solutions
- Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse for $53,242.19 from Karl Chevrolet, with contract amendment
- Approval of change order #7 decreasing SRF Sponsored Project by $23,298.25
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CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 16, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City
Hall, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright and Merritt Jones.
Absent: None.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Bell, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
Motion by Hamilton, seconded by Jones, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent agenda. 1.
Approve the minutes of February 2, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports. 3.
Approve the claims and give directions to pay. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Wright, Jones. Nays:
None. Motion carried 5:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR FEBRUARY 16, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE FEBRUARY 2, 2026, MEETING:
Jesup Postmaster February water bills 316.37
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 02-06-2026 21,405.09
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,659.42
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 85.00
CLAIMS PRESENTED FOR FEBRUARY 16, 2026:
AMAZON POLO SHIRTS – PD 391.59
BLACK HAWK WASTE DISPOSAL JANUARY RECYCLING/CARDBOARD 1,468.65
BOUND TREE MEDICAL SUPPLIES - AMB 25.68
BUCHANAN CO FIRE OFFICERS 2026 DUES – FD 30.0
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Meeting
Jesup council approves water valve project and equipment repairs
The Jesup City Council approved an engineering agreement for water valve replacement and a $5,150.63 repair for a backhoe. The council also set a public hearing date for the 2026-2027 property tax levy.
- Engineering agreement with Fehr Graham for water valve replacement
- Approval of $5,150.63 quote to repair Case backhoe
- Resolution No. 2026-35 increasing Equipment Operator 1 salary
- Public hearing set for April 6, 2026, regarding property tax levy
- Approval of $5,000.00 payment to Jesup Comm Schools
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CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City
Hall Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through
YOUTUBE from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Craig Wright.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Gosse, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Gosse, seconded by Jones, to approve the consent agenda and adopt the following items on the consent
agenda: 1. Approve the minutes of January 19, 2026, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the claims and give
directions to pay. 3. Approve the liquor license application – Kwik Trip. Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton,
Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR FEBRUARY 2, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE JANUARY 19, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 1-23-26 22,737.51
IPERS City and employee share, retirement 8,941.17
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,592.52
Treasurer, State of Iowa State payroll withholding tax 1,297.71
AFLAC Employee Paid Insurance 101.84
Wellmark City and employees share health insurance 10,655.04
Hartford Life Insurance Life Insurance 150.00
Delta Dental Dental/Vision 845.28
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Mon Jan 19, 2026
Meeting
Council approved a project fund for painting the city water tower
The Jesup City Council approved routine consent items, adopted a $3,722.45 gear‑locker purchase, created a project fund for painting the water tower, and repealed Chapter 23 of the Recreation Park Board. Council also approved fire‑department volunteers, the Lion’s Club Car Cruise, and the township portion of the FY 2026‑27 fire budget.
- Resolution No. 2026‑34 establishing a project fund for the water tower painting project
- Approval of a $3,722.45 quote from ULINE to purchase gear lockers for the street shop and wastewater treatment plant
- Adoption of an ordinance repealing Chapter 23 pertaining to the Recreation Park Board
- Approval of the Lion’s Club Car Cruise for June 7 2026
- Approval of Matt McGill and Jacob Wolf as fire department volunteers
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CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 19, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City
Hall, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE from a computer,
tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor Chris Even called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright and Merritt Jones. Craig Wright
attended the meeting via telephone.
Absent: None.
Motion by Jones, seconded by Hamilton, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
Motion by Gosse, seconded by Jones, to approve and adopt the following items on the consent agenda. 1.
Approve the minutes of January 5, 2026, regular city council meeting and the minutes of January 13, 2026,
special council meeting. 2. Approve the City Clerk reports. 3. Approve the claims and give directions to pay.
Roll Call: Ayes: Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Wright, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 5:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR JANUARY 19, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE JANUARY 5, 2026, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 1-09-26 19,254.06
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 5,853.65
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/self-funding 1,185.10
CLAIMS PRESENTED FOR JANUARY 19, 2026:
AMAZON COMPUTER/WRENCH - AMB, FD 616.96
BLACK HAWK WASTE DECEMBER RECYCLING/CARDBOARD 1,799.80
BOUND TREE MEDICAL SUPPLIES - A
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Meeting
Jesup council discusses future projects and goals
The Jesup City Council met to discuss future projects and goals for the city. The mayor proposed an open forum for the council to review initiatives and indicated that department heads have provided input.
- Council approves agenda
- Mayor outlines future project goals
- Council discusses department projects
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CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 13, 2026
Jesup City Council met in a special council meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City Hall
Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa. Public access to the meeting was accessible through YOUTUBE
from a computer, tablet, smartphone, or telephone.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton, Craig Wright and Merritt Jones.
Absent: None.
Motion by Gosse, seconded by Wright, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5:0.
Mayor Masteller spoke regarding the council workshop. The mayor would like this to be an open forum for the
council to discuss projects and goals for the future. The mayor will be using council committees to research projects.
The mayor has met with all department heads to get their input for the future. The mayor and council discussed
projects across all departments for the city.
Motion by Gosse, seconded by Jones, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5:0. The meeting adjourned at 8:26
p.m.
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Koley Mead
City Clerk
Mon Jan 5, 2026
Meeting
City Council approved $63,363.85 payment for Prospect & Hopkins Streets Improvement
The council approved the consent agenda, including a $63,363.85 payment and a change order for the Prospect & Hopkins Streets Improvement Project. It also appointed a new fire chief and ambulance chief, approved hiring a part‑time police officer, and authorized an engineering agreement to paint the water tower with increased liability insurance. Additionally, an Eagle Scout tree‑planting project at Veterans Park was approved and a council workshop was scheduled for January 13.
- Approve payment #7 of $63,363.85 for the Prospect & Hopkins Streets Improvement Project
- Approve change order #3 for the Prospect & Hopkins Streets Improvement (adds nine work days)
- Appoint Andy Trumbauer as Jesup Fire Chief
- Approve hiring of a part‑time police officer and set salary pending application
- Approve engineering agreement with Fehr Graham to paint the water tower, raising liability insurance to $750,000
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CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 5, 2026
The Jesup City Council met in a regular council meeting on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Jesup City
Hall Council Chambers, 791 6th Street, Jesup, Iowa.
Mayor James Masteller called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Members were present: Denny Bell, Cindy Gosse, Andrew Hamilton and Merritt Jones.
Absent: Craig Wright.
Mayor Masteller appointed Cindy Gosse as the Mayor Pro-tem.
Motion by Bell, seconded by Hamilton, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4:0.
Motion by Hamilton, seconded by Gosse, to approve the consent agenda and adopt the following items on the
consent agenda: 1. Approve the minutes of December 15, 2025, regular city council meeting. 2. Approve the
claims and give directions to pay. 3. Approve the liquor license application – Dollar General. Roll Call: Ayes:
Bell, Gosse, Hamilton, Jones. Nays: None. Motion carried 4:0.
CLAIMS PRESENTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR JANUARY 5, 2026
WARRANTS WRITTEN SINCE THE DECEMBER 15, 2025, MEETING:
Accounts Payable Payroll ACH - 12-26-2025 21,286.72
IPERS City and employee share, retirement 8,795.59
Farmers State Bank Payroll taxes - Federal, Medicare, Social Security 6,353.02
Treasurer, State of Iowa State payroll withholding tax 1,418.13
AFLAC Employee Paid Insurance 101.84
Wellmark City and employee share, Health Insurance 10,655.04
Hartford Life Insurance Life Insurance 150.00
Delta Dental Dental/Vision 845.28
Employee Benefit Systems Claims processing/s
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🌐 County-level context
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$997/mo (2025)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD
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