City of Martensdale public meetings in 2024
15 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Martensdale City Council unanimously approved four ordinances amending the city code regarding water service rates, sanitary sewer and rental rates, and adding water tower and sewer maintenance fees. These ordinances will have a second reading at the January 2025 meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, payables, receipts, and financials, with additional payables. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Ordinance 12.01.2024 amending water service rates (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 12.01.2024.1 amending sanitary sewer and rental rates (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 12.01.2024.2 adding water tower maintenance fee (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 12.01.2024.3 adding sewer maintenance fee (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with additional payables (unanimous)
City Council
The council approved a $526,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Note for the Martensdale Lagoon Lift Station Improvements, and approved the first reading of a water service rate ordinance but then rescinded that vote. It also approved two 2-mile radius requests for a pole barn and a parcel, and allowed Warren Water to provide water service at a Prole location without City of Martensdale involvement. The council approved a $55,134 transfer from Road Use Tax to the General fund and authorized the purchase of a pole saw for tree trimming.
- Approved Resolution 11-12-2024 for $526,000 GO Capital Loan Note for lagoon lift station improvements (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 11-12-2024 amending water service rates, then rescinded that vote (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for pole barn at SE ¼ of NE ¼ of Section 21, T 76N, R 25W, contingent on V&K Engineering approval (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for parcel 09000270612 (32.81 acres) (unanimous)
- Approved Warren Water providing water at 4753 Hwy. 92, Prole, IA; City of Martensdale will not provide water (unanimous)
- Approved transfer of $55,134.00 from Road Use Tax fund to General fund (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 15 ft pole saw for $230-250 for tree trimming (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including October minutes, payables, receipts, and September financials, plus additional payable to Cappel's Ace Hardware for $27.57 (unanimous)
City Council
The council unanimously approved Resolution 11-12-2024 authorizing a $526,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Note with the Iowa Finance Authority for the Martensdale Lagoon Lift Station Improvements. They also approved the first reading of Ordinance 11-12-2024 amending water service rates, but then rescinded that vote after further discussion. Other actions included approving two 2-mile radius requests for a pole barn and a property, allowing Warren Water to provide service at a Prole location without city involvement, and approving a $55,134 transfer from Road Use Tax to the General fund.
- Approved Resolution 11-12-2024 for $526,000 loan for lagoon lift station (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 11-12-2024 on water rates, then rescinded vote (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for pole barn at SE ¼ of NE ¼ of Section 21, contingent on V&K Engineering approval (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for Brenda Brown's 32.81-acre property (unanimous)
- Allowed Warren Water to provide water at 4753 Hwy. 92, Prole, but City of Martensdale will not (unanimous)
- Approved $55,134 transfer from Road Use Tax fund to General fund (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with additional $27.57 payable to Cappel's Ace Hardware (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 15 ft pole saw for tree trimming (unanimous)
City Council
The Martensdale City Council approved a construction loan application for the Sewer Lagoon project with SRF, an agreement with Simmering Cory for SRF funding, and two 2-mile radius approvals for land sales by Robert Darr and the Michael Dooley Revocable Trust. They also rescinded the 28E agreement with the City of Cummings due to lack of response. The council approved expenses for the rescue and fire department, including ambulance supplies and IEMSA conference costs.
- Approved sewer lagoon construction loan application with SRF (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Simmering Cory for SRF funding (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for Robert Darr's land parcels (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for Michael Dooley Revocable Trust parcels (unanimous)
- Rescinded 28E agreement with City of Cummings (unanimous)
- Approved rescue and fire dept. expenses for ambulance supplies and IEMSA conference (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including September minutes, payables, and August financials (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council approved a resolution to issue general obligation loan notes not to exceed $600,000 and approved a construction contract for Lagoon Lift Station Improvements. The council also authorized the City Clerk to act as an independent reviewer for the City of Cumming's financial reports.
- Approved $7,356.00 for Lozier to install a furnace and air conditioner at city hall (unanimous)
- Approved transfer of $9,754.62 from fire-rescue township funds to general fund for pumper truck repair (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for Land Concepts (carried)
- Approved Resolution 09.01.2024 for general obligation loan notes up to $600,000 (carried)
- Approved Resolution 09.01.2024.1 for Lagoon Lift Station Improvements construction contract and bond (carried)
- Approved signing the Cost and Effective Self-Certification for the SRF (carried)
- Approved Resolution 09.01.2024.2 authorizing City Clerk to review City of Cumming financial reports (carried)
- Set Beggars’ Night for Oct. 31, 2024, from 6-8 pm
City Council
The council unanimously approved plans, awarded the construction contract, and approved the bond for the Lagoon Lift Station Improvements, along with a resolution authorizing up to $600,000 in general obligation capital loan notes. They also approved a $60,610 transfer from Road Use Tax funds for street resurfacing, two 2-mile radius requests for new homes, a liquor license renewal, and an engagement agreement with Ahlers Law Firm. A resolution to have the Martensdale city clerk act as treasurer for Cumming was tabled.
- Approved Resolution 08.01.2024 adopting plans and specs for Lagoon Lift Station Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08.01.2024.1 awarding construction contract for Lagoon Lift Station Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08.01.2024.2 approving construction contract and bond (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 08.01.2024.3 authorizing up to $600,000 in GO capital loan notes (unanimous)
- Approved $60,610 transfer from Road Use Tax fund to general fund for street resurfacing (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for LRG Holdings (Ryan Gray) new home (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius for Sandquist Investments (unanimous)
- Tabled Resolution 08.01.2024.4 to have city clerk act as treasurer for Cumming
City Council
The Martensdale City Council unanimously approved the 10-year (2024-2034) Comprehensive Plan, a key planning document for future development. The council also approved two 2-mile radius water hook-up requests, a sewer lagoon lift station construction resolution, and several related agreements. All votes were unanimous except one, where Councilmember Halterman voted 'Nye' due to a name discrepancy on the agenda, though the motion still carried.
- Adopted Resolution 07.01.2024.1, the 10-Year Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile water hook-up request for Land Concepts (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile water hook-up request for Justin Kilger (4-1, Halterman 'Nye')
- Approved Resolution 07.01.2024.2 ordering construction of sewer lagoon lift station, setting public hearing for Aug. 5, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with D.A. Davidson for municipal advisor services (unanimous)
- Approved engagement agreement with Ahlers Law Firm for sewer lagoon lift station (unanimous)
- Approved transferring $40,076.62 from fire township funds to general fund and rescue checking (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of new computer for approximately $1,500 (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council approved two water service requests and a one-year farmland lease to Zach Wood. The council also authorized spending for new water meters and a city sign, and scheduled a public hearing for the 10-year Comprehensive Plan.
- Approved farmland lease to Zach Wood through Aug. 31, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius water hook-up for James and Gloria Tracy (unanimous)
- Approved 2-mile radius water hook-up for Frank and Karen Cook (unanimous)
- Approved up to $1,000.00 for new water meters (unanimous)
- Approved $1,146.99 payment to Image 360 for city sign (unanimous)
- Approved tobacco renewal permit for DanLee Corporation (unanimous)
- Approved May and June payables and financials via consent agenda (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for 10-year Comprehensive Plan for July 8, 2024
City Council
The Martensdale City Council unanimously approved Resolution 05.13.2024, the 2023-2024 budget amendment, after a public hearing with no citizens present. They also approved a right-of-way permit for Mid-American Energy to install a new power pole at 245 N. Hwy. 28. The council directed the city clerk to publish the Martens property for bids due by May 31, 2024, and discussed new city signs and potential land purchase for the sewer lagoon, with actions deferred to future meetings.
- Approved Resolution 05.13.2024 (2023-2024 budget amendment) (5-0)
- Approved Mid-American Energy right-of-way permit for power pole at 245 N. Hwy. 28 (5-0)
- Directed city clerk to publish Martens property for bids due by May 31, 2024
- Deferred city sign approval to June 2024 meeting
- Requested pricing for 4-acre and 11.5-acre sewer lagoon land options
City Council
The Martensdale City Council tabled Ordinance 05-01-2024, which would amend water service disconnection rules, to allow the city attorney to attend a future meeting and discuss appeal criteria, renters' unpaid bills, and other shut-off details. The council also discussed a potential land purchase near the sewer lagoon and grant options for the water tower and sewer lagoon projects, but took no formal action on these items. All agenda items, including the consent agenda, were approved unanimously.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including April minutes, payables, and March financials (4-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 05-01-2024 on water service disconnection pending attorney review
- Decided not to participate in RAGBRAI 2024
- Scheduled special meeting for May 13, 2024, on budget amendment
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
City Council
The Martensdale City Council held a special public hearing on April 22, 2024, to consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and certification of city taxes. No citizens were present. The council unanimously approved the agenda, opened and closed the hearing, and then voted unanimously to approve and adopt the budget and certify the city taxes. The meeting adjourned immediately after.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Opened public hearing for FY2024-25 budget and tax certification (4-0)
- Closed public hearing for FY2024-25 budget and tax certification (4-0)
- Approved and adopted FY2024-25 budget and certified city taxes (4-0)
City Council
The Martensdale City Council approved its consent agenda and an added $55.64 payment to Menards, and voted to publish the 2024-2025 fiscal budget with a public hearing set for April 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Council members also heard cost estimates for Center St. curbs and sidewalks ($60,000) and street resurfacing ($56,0000 as written), plus a $880 bulk oil purchase for fire and city trucks, but took no action on those items. Rory Taylor spoke about his run for Iowa House District 22, and tree-trimming height rules were discussed with the ordinance to be reviewed.
- Approved the agenda (3-0 roll call: Gideon, Hutchison, Halterman)
- Approved consent agenda: March 4, 2024 minutes, March 2024 payables and receipts, April 2024 payables, February 2024 financials (5-0 roll call: Henson, Berger, Gideon, Hutchison, Halterman)
- Approved added payable to Menards for $55.64 (3-0 roll call: Gideon, Hutchison, Halterman)
- Approved publishing the 2024-2025 fiscal budget and holding the public hearing April 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. (3-0 roll call: Gideon, Hutchison, Halterman)
- Directed staff to get quotes for welcome signs
- Adjourned (3-0 roll call: Gideon, Hutchison, Halterman)
City Council
The Martensdale City Council unanimously approved the 2024-2025 tax levy and set a public hearing for April 1, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The 2024-2025 fiscal budget was also approved, with its public hearing date to be set at the April 1 meeting. The council discussed amending Ordinance 92.05 to add a specific time period for water-sewer disconnection and to raise turn-on/turn-off fees to $100 each and renter deposits to $250. City clean-up days were set for May 3-4.
- Approved 2024-2025 tax levy and public hearing date (unanimous)
- Approved 2024-2025 fiscal budget (unanimous)
- Set city clean-up days for May 3-4
- Agreed to amend Ordinance 92.05 with disconnection time period and fee increases
- Approved consent agenda including February minutes, payables, receipts, and January financials (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council voted to apply for a loan with the State Revolving Fund (SRF) for the sewer lagoon project. The council also approved the hire of a backup maintenance worker and authorized funds for Christmas light replacements.
- Approved application for SRF loan for sewer lagoon (4-0)
- Approved hiring Chris Allen as as-needed backup maintenance at $20.00 per hour (4-0)
- Approved $300.00 for Christmas replacement lights
- Approved consent agenda including January/February payables and receipts (4-0)
- Tabled approval of Martha Martens Living Trust tracts
- Tabled approval of Garold Kelderman parcels
City Council
The Martensdale City Council approved Resolution 01-08-2024 designating the city's bank depository and confirmed several 2024 appointments, including City State Bank and Regions Bank as financial institutions, the Indianola RHT Advocate as the city newspaper, Deb Hutchison as Mayor Pro Tem, Stuyvesant, Patin, Strong and Krapfl, PLLC as city attorney, Scott Henson as Fire Chief, and Donna Bahun as city clerk. The council also approved the consent agenda and authorized the city clerk to work with City State Bank to secure funding for a potential purchase of property near the sewer lagoon at an upcoming auction. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine administrative approvals and budget discussions.
- Approved Resolution 01-08-2024 (Bank Depository) (4-0)
- Approved City State Bank and Regions Bank as city financial institutions (4-0, Halterman Nye)
- Approved Indianola RHT Advocate as city newspaper (4-0)
- Approved Deb Hutchison as Mayor Pro Tem (3-0-1, Hutchison abstained)
- Approved Stuyvesant, Patin, Strong and Krapfl, PLLC as city attorney (4-0)
- Appointed Scott Henson as Fire Chief (3-0-1, Henson abstained)
- Approved Donna Bahun as city clerk (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Dec. 4, 2023 minutes, December 2023 payables/receipts, January 2024 payables, and November 2023 financials (4-0)