Winterset public meetings in 2021

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text consists only of boilerplate stating that no agenda is available and directing readers to review the minutes. No specific decisions or discussions are listed.

The Winterset City Council approved claims totaling $636,875.13, including TIF payments, and passed the second reading of the fireworks ordinance (Ordinance #643) by suspending the three-reading rule. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included appointing Jeff Johnston to the Tree Board and approving Hy-Vee liquor licenses. Reports were heard from city boards and departments, and oaths of office were administered to the mayor and two council members.

• Approved claims totaling $636,875.13 (unanimous)
• Passed fireworks ordinance on second reading, suspending three-reading rule (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including appointment of Jeff Johnston to Tree Board and Hy-Vee liquor licenses (unanimous)
• Administered oaths of office to Mayor Philip Macumber, Council Member Trevor Bindel, and Council Member Michael Cook

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

This meeting of the Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees has no published agenda. The only available item is the minutes from previous meetings, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

The board held a public hearing and unanimously approved final plans and specifications for the generator installation project, then awarded the contract to Farabee Mechanical Inc. for $1,137,299.00. The board also approved the monthly claims list totaling $456,868.53 for electric and $212,144.20 for water funds. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports from the MCDG, water, and electric superintendents.

• Approved Resolution #12202021A finalizing plans and specs for generator installation (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #12202021B awarding $1,137,299.00 generator installation contract to Farabee Mechanical Inc. (2-0)
• Approved agenda and November 15 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved monthly claims list for electric and water funds (2-0)

City Council

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset City Council held a special meeting on December 9, 2021, for a strategic planning and work session facilitated by Confluence Consulting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of discussion and adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

• Adopted agenda and called meeting to order
• Conducted strategic planning and work session with Confluence Consulting
• Adjourned meeting at 7:53 p.m.

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance #643, amending the city code on fireworks, after a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved two plats of survey (Resolutions 2021-34 and 2021-35), moved the January 3, 2022 meeting to January 4, and approved claims totaling $268,108.82. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #643 amending fireworks code (Title III, Chapter 14).
• Approved Resolution 2021-34, plat of survey for Luke Beeler (14.96 and 2.03 acres).
• Approved Resolution 2021-35, plat of survey for Robert M. Casper Rev Trust (19.83 and 21.92 acres).
• Moved the January 3, 2022 council meeting to January 4, 2022.
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and landfill resolution.
• Approved claims totaling $268,108.82.
• Approved reappointment of Frances Main to Tree Commission Board.
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2021 council and November 17, 2021 parks meetings.

City Council

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset City Council approved a fireworks ordinance amendment (Resolution 2021-31) that restricts discharge dates/times and adds fines, approved the FY 2021-2022 TIF certification and tax rebate appropriations (Resolution 2021-33), and approved claims totaling $157,942.55 after removing $5,587.12. The council also approved the municipal utility budget, the street finance report (Resolution 2021-32), and appointed Council Member Fairholm to the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including the downtown sidewalk project and a 5G pole installation.

• Approved Resolution 2021-31 amending fireworks ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-33 approving FY 2021-2022 TIF certification and tax rebate appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $157,942.55 after removing $5,587.12 (unanimous)
• Approved municipal utility budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-32 accepting City Street Finance Report FY 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Fairholm to Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance #641 reclassifying land from A-Agricultural to C-Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance #642 amending nuisance code (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

There is no agenda provided for this meeting of the Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees met on November 3, 2021, with two of three members present. The board discussed the proposed CY 2022 budget, including estimated revenues and expenditures, and reached a consensus to make no changes to the preliminary budget as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, carried)
• Made no changes to preliminary CY 2022 Budget (consensus)

City Council

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that readers should review the meeting minutes instead.

The Winterset City Council approved a second reading of Ordinance #641 reclassifying land from agricultural to commercial zoning, and Ordinance #642 amending the nuisance code. Council also approved a fireworks restricted area in the downtown district, and passed Resolution 2021-30 to keep current election ward boundaries. No votes were taken on downtown sidewalk concrete options or the sale of right-of-way at 606 E. High St., which were directed for further action.

• Approved Ordinance #641 reclassifying land from A-Agricultural to C-Commercial zoning (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #642 amending Municipal Code Title III, Chapter 5, Nuisances (5-0)
• Approved fireworks restricted area in downtown between North/South Street and 3rd Ave/3rd Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-30 maintaining current city election ward boundaries (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals for The Drift and Hy-Vee Market Café (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $239,953.97 (5-0)

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda, so there are no specific items to report. The agenda text only directs readers to review the minutes for any prior actions.

The Winterset City Council approved a $0.25 increase to the annual garbage and recycling fee, advanced two ordinances (rezoning and nuisance code amendment) to second reading, and approved the final plat for North Stone Village Plat 7. The council also approved the consent agenda (minus one item), claims totaling $173,126.10, and an amendment to the City Administrator's employment agreement. No action was taken on downtown sidewalk designs, the purchase of 2 acres west of the pool, or fireworks code revisions.

• Approved $0.25 annual increase to garbage and recycling fees (unanimous)
• Advanced Ordinance #641 (A- Agricultural to C-Commercial rezoning) to second reading (unanimous)
• Advanced Ordinance #642 (Nuisance code amendment) to second reading (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-29 for North Stone Village Plat 7 final plat (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $173,126.10 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda minus item (f) (nuisance revisions) (unanimous)
• Approved City Administrator Employment Agreement Amendment (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees awarded a $525,000 contract to Harold K. Scholz Company for electric generator control panels, and approved the related plans and specifications. The board also set a public hearing for the proposed CY 2022 budget for November 15, 2021, and approved a list of claims totaling $593,013.20 for electric and $217,771.81 for water.

• Awarded $525,000 generator control panel contract to Harold K. Scholz Company (3-0)
• Finally approved plans and specifications for generator control panels (3-0)
• Set public hearing for CY 2022 budget for Nov. 15, 2021 at 8:30 AM
• Approved claims totaling $593,013.20 (electric) and $217,771.81 (water) (3-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from September 20 meeting (voice vote)
• Set special meeting for Nov. 3rd at 8:30am for budget discussions

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Winterset City Council approved a $1.7 million sewer revenue loan and disbursement agreement, along with tax abatement applications for the last eligible properties. The council also set public hearing dates for October 18, 2021, on a zoning reclassification, a nuisance code amendment, and a public information meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1.7M sewer revenue loan (IFA interim loan) (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement applications for last eligible properties (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Oct 18 on A- to C-Commercial zoning reclassification (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Oct 18 on nuisance code amendment (5-0)
• Set public information meeting for Oct 18 (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $274,246.26 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 5-day liquor license for Covered Bridge Festival (5-0)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda available; the agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

The Winterset City Council approved a loan and disbursement agreement not exceeding $1.7 million after a public hearing with no protests. They also approved a proposal from People Centric HR to replace the 12-year-old Employee Handbook. All votes were unanimous among the four present members.

• Approved $1.7M loan and disbursement agreement (4-0)
• Approved People Centric HR proposal for new Employee Handbook (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license for Git-N-Go (4-0)
• Approved claims totaling $196,110.65 (4-0)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meeting on September 20, 2021, has no published agenda. The agenda text states there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine with no substantive items listed.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees adopted Resolution #9202021, amending the 2021 budget, and approved contract documents for diesel generating equipment. The board authorized bidding for the equipment with a bid opening set for Oct. 11, 2021, and set a public hearing for Oct. 18, 2021, on generator control panels. The board also approved the minutes, a list of claims, and heard reports from the general manager and superintendents.

• Adopted Resolution #9202021, the budget amendment for calendar year ending 12/31/21
• Approved contract documents for diesel generating equipment
• Authorized bidding for diesel generating equipment, with bid opening set for Oct. 11, 2021 at 1:30pm
• Set a public hearing for furnishing generator control panels for Oct. 18, 2021 at 8:30am
• Authorized publishing of the notice of public hearing and posting of the notice to bidders
• Approved the minutes from the June 16th meeting
• Approved the list of claims for electric and water utilities

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Winterset City Council approved Trick or Treat for October 30th from 5-7 p.m., approved a Planning Services Agreement with Confluence, and approved a resolution setting a public hearing for a proposed $1.7 million sewer revenue loan. The council also approved a 10% salary increase for City Administrator Andrew Barden, setting his annual salary at $93,019.30, and suspended the city's open-container alcohol ordinance for the Covered Bridge Festival on October 9-10. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Trick or Treat for October 30, 2021, 5-7 p.m.
• Approved Planning Services Agreement with Confluence for the Comprehensive Plan.
• Approved Dorsey Whitney as council for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Planning and Design Loan.
• Approved Resolution 2021-21 setting City Administrator salary at $93,019.30 annually.
• Approved Resolution 2021-22 fixing a public hearing for September 20, 2021, on a $1.7 million sewer revenue loan.
• Approved Resolution 2021-23 suspending the open-container ordinance on the city square during the Covered Bridge Festival, Oct. 9-10, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Approved claims totaling $553,307.67.
• Approved the consent agenda, including liquor license renewals for Casey's General Store and Pheasant Run Pub & Grill.

City Council

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items listed for discussion or decision.

The Winterset City Council approved claims totaling $266,371.48 and the consent agenda, which included minutes, reports, and licenses. The council expressed support (without a formal vote) for allowing businesses to expand alcohol licenses during the Covered Bridge Festival, with conditions. A closed session was held to evaluate City Administrator Andrew Barden. The council did not support a UTV and golf cart ordinance.

• Approved claims totaling $266,371.48 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, and licenses (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to evaluate City Administrator Andrew Barden (unanimous)
• Expressed support for festival alcohol license expansion, no formal vote
• Declined to pursue UTV and golf cart ordinance, no formal vote

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved participation in the DMACC Water Internship program, hiring one intern for 20-25 hours per week at $14.00 per hour. The board also approved the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and a list of claims totaling $482,991.57 for electric and $263,791.81 for water. Reports were given on bond transactions, watershed activities, and department updates.

• Approved DMACC Water Internship program with 1 intern at $14/hr (voice vote)
• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from July 12 & 20 meetings (voice vote)
• Approved claims list (roll call vote, all ayes)

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Winterset City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a 5-day liquor license for Beercoe, and approved claims totaling $596,848.56. They received reports from city departments, including the introduction of new Street Superintendent Ryan Flaherty. The council then entered closed session to evaluate City Administrator Andrew Barden, and took no action on a noncompliant zoning matter.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and 5-day liquor license for Beercoe (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $596,848.56 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for City Administrator evaluation (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting to public after closed session (unanimous)
• Took no action on noncompliant zoning matter

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved the agenda, minutes from June 21 and 28, and a list of claims totaling $593,904.11 (electric: $384,224.86, water: $209,679.35) by unanimous roll call vote. The board discussed amending the water withdrawal contract with Lakeview Country Club, with the general manager to draft a proposed amendment for review. Reports were given on bond work, the 2020 audit, watershed activities, and water and electric department operations.

• Approved the meeting agenda by voice vote.
• Approved the minutes from the June 21 and 28 meetings by voice vote.
• Approved the list of claims totaling $593,904.11 by unanimous roll call vote (Emmert, Frost, Montross).
• Agreed to draft an amendment to the Lakeview Country Club water withdrawal contract for review.
• Set the next regular meeting for 8:30 AM on August 16, 2021, at the Light Plant.

City Council

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset City Council approved Resolution 2021-18, a development agreement with W H S A, LLLP for the 27-unit restoration of the old Winterset High School, including 85% TIF for 15 years and a $250,000 forgivable loan. The council also adopted the Madison County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 2021-20) and approved claims totaling $188,822.11. No vote was taken on the TIF contribution determination or the city administrator evaluation, which were discussed only.

• Approved Resolution 2021-18 supporting Hatch Kiernan development project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-20 Madison County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $188,822.11 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

This is a procedural placeholder agenda for the Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed, and the agenda text directs readers to review the minutes for any details.

• No agenda items listed
• No public hearings, contracts, or fee changes noted

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved two resolutions authorizing the issuance of $3,165,000 in Water Revenue Refunding Bonds (Series 2021A) and $2,400,000 in Electric Revenue Bonds (Series 2021B). The water bonds will refund outstanding 2014A bonds, while the electric bonds will fund improvements including generator acquisition and installation. Both resolutions passed unanimously with ayes from Trustees Montross and Frost; Trustee Emmert was absent.

• Approved Resolution #7122021A authorizing a $3,165,000 Water Revenue Refunding Bond issue to refund 2014A bonds.
• Approved Resolution #7122021B authorizing a $2,400,000 Electric Revenue Bond issue for utility improvements, including generators.
• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Adjourned the meeting.

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Winterset City Council approved a development agreement for the Hatch Kiernan project (Old High School renovation) with $250,000 in LMI funds and a 15-year 50% TIF, after removing the tax abatement option. The council also approved a $620,278.87 claims list, removed the digital attendance requirement for council meetings, approved liquor licenses for Pizza Hut and Beer Co LLC, and tabled Resolution 2021-18 pending final agreement numbers.

• Approved Hatch Kiernan Development Agreement with $250,000 LMI funds and 15-year 50% TIF
• Approved claims totaling $620,278.87
• Removed digital attendance requirement for council meetings
• Approved Class B liquor license for Pizza Hut
• Approved Special Class C liquor license for Beer Co LLC
• Approved pursuing RFP/RFQ for a Comprehensive Plan
• Approved Change Order #3 for North 10th St project
• Tabled Resolution 2021-18 (support for Hatch Kiernan) pending final agreement

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

This meeting of the Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved two resolutions authorizing bond purchase agreements for the sale of Water Revenue Refunding Bonds (Series 2021A) and Electric Revenue Bonds (Series 2021B). The board also approved and signed a new union contract. Further action on the loan agreements and bond issuance was deferred to the July 12, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #6282021A, authorizing the Bond Purchase Agreement for Water Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A, with further action deferred to July 12, 2021.
• Approved Resolution #6282021B, authorizing the Bond Purchase Agreement for Electric Revenue Bonds, Series 2021B, with further action deferred to July 12, 2021.
• Approved and signed the new union contract.

City Council

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• No agenda items listed

The Winterset City Council approved an 8% sewer rate increase for all accounts, effective with the first bill in August 2021, to fund renovations and address operating expenses. The council also approved a $15,000 contract amendment for the wastewater treatment facility, a new union contract, salary rates for department supervisors, and participation in the Southern Iowa Council of Governments. A resolution supporting the Hatch Kiernan development project was tabled until July 7, 2021.

• Approved an 8% sewer rate increase for all accounts, effective August 2021.
• Approved a $15,000 contract amendment to the WWTF for USDA compliance and work hours.
• Approved Resolution 2021-14, approving the union contract for FY 2021-22 through FY 2023-24.
• Approved Resolution 2021-15, setting salary rates for department supervisors for FY 2021-22.
• Approved Resolution 2021-16, to participate in the Southern Iowa Council of Governments' planning programs with a $5,760.90 contribution.
• Approved Resolution 2021-12, approving liquor license applications for Montross Pharmacy, The Iowa Theater, Fareway Stores, Casey's General Store, and Madison Co Chamber of Commerce.
• Approved Resolution 2021-13, granting cigarette permits to eight businesses effective July 1, 2021.
• Tabled Resolution 2021-18, a resolution of support for the Hatch Kiernan development project, until July 7, 2021.

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees is holding a meeting on June 21, 2021, but no agenda has been made available. The board's actions can only be reviewed through the meeting minutes.

• No agenda published for the meeting

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved resolutions to move forward with an Electric Revenue Loan Agreement (up to $2.4 million) and a Water Revenue Refunding Loan Agreement (up to $3.3 million), authorizing the use of preliminary official statements for the associated bond sales. The board also approved a 3.0% wage increase for the general manager, superintendents, and assistant superintendents, effective July 1, 2021. All actions were approved unanimously by the three board members present.

• Approved Resolution #6212021A to take additional action on the Electric Revenue Loan Agreement (up to $2,400,000) and authorize the use of a Preliminary Official Statement.
• Approved Resolution #6212021B to take additional action on the Water Revenue Refunding Loan Agreement (up to $3,300,000) and authorize the use of a Preliminary Official Statement.
• Approved Resolution #6212021C setting bi-weekly salary rates for supervisors, reflecting a 3.0% increase, effective July 1, 2021.
• Approved the agenda and the minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the list of claims for the electric and water funds, totaling $332,644.66 and $187,246.79 respectively.
• Set the next regular meeting for 8:30 AM on Monday, July 19, 2021, at the Light Plant.

City Council

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The Winterset City Council approved claims totaling $191,348.68, renewed liquor and tobacco licenses for multiple businesses, and rescheduled the first July meeting to July 7, 2021. All votes were unanimous. No public comments were received.

• Approved claims totaling $191,348.68 (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Montross Pharmacy, Iowa Theater, Fareway, Casey's (Summit), and Madison County Chamber (unanimous)
• Approved tobacco license renewals for eight businesses including Casey's, Dollar General, Fareway, Git n' Go, Kum and Go, Hy-Vee, and Rodger's Spirits and More (unanimous)
• Rescheduled first July council meeting to July 7, 2021 at 7pm (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Winterset City Council met on May 17, 2021, and approved the consent agenda, claims totaling $1,709,785.06, and received reports from city boards and departments. A motion to allow a homeowner to remove a healthy maple tree at 602 E Jefferson at their expense failed on a 2-2 split vote and was tabled to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and USW report (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $1,709,785.06 (unanimous)
• Tabled tree removal request at 602 E Jefferson after 2-2 split vote

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meeting on May 17, 2021, has no agenda items listed. The agenda text indicates there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes for any prior actions.

• No agenda items listed

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved final plans and awarded a $1,163,942 contract to Ziegler Power Systems for diesel generating equipment. The board also set public hearings for June 21, 2021, on proposed electric and water revenue loan agreements, and approved the monthly claims list.

• Approved Resolution #5172021A, final approval of plans and specifications for diesel generating equipment (3-0)
• Awarded $1,163,942 contract to Ziegler Power Systems for electric generation equipment (3-0)
• Set June 21, 2021 public hearing for electric revenue loan agreement up to $2,400,000 (3-0)
• Set June 21, 2021 public hearing for water revenue refunding loan agreement up to $3,300,000 (3-0)
• Approved monthly claims list (3-0)

City Council

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• No agenda available for this meeting

The Winterset City Council approved continuing with Fox Engineering for the wastewater treatment facility (SBR) and the recommended USDA funding model, with sewer rate increases to be set during annual budgeting. The council also approved plat surveys for properties owned by William Adams and Raymond Hitchcock, and appointed Andrew J. Barden as City Clerk and Cindy M. Bush as Deputy City Clerk. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Fox Engineering to submit facility plan for WWTF (SBR) (unanimous)
• Approved USDA funding model for WWTF (unanimous)
• Approved plat of survey for W. Adams (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-08 approving plat of survey for Hitchcock (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09 appointing Andrew J. Barden as City Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10 appointing Cindy M. Bush as Deputy City Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-11 approving plat of survey for Adams (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $246,230.44 (unanimous)

City Council

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Winterset City Council approved a five-year agreement with Winterset Municipal Utilities, a flagpole installation at the American Legion, and a plat of survey for R. Hitchcock. The council tabled a decision on the wastewater treatment facility's SBR selection and rate schedule to explore other grants and rate structures. Claims totaling $309,328.16 were approved.

• Approved USW agreement renewed for five years (unanimous)
• Approved flagpole installation at American Legion Post #184 (unanimous)
• Approved plat of survey for R. Hitchcock, split into three parcels (unanimous)
• Tabled wastewater treatment facility SBR selection and rate schedule
• Approved claims totaling $309,328.16 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and USW report (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

This meeting of the Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine with no substantive decisions or discussions documented.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved hiring Rick Streeter as Watershed coordinator effective July 1st, approved supervisor employment contracts, and approved revisions to the Water Service Rules. The board also approved a list of claims and discussed bond options and department reports. All votes were unanimous with two members present.

• Hired Rick Streeter as Watershed coordinator effective July 1st (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved supervisor employment contracts (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Water Service Rules (roll call 2-0)
• Approved claims list (roll call 2-0)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda available; only minutes are referenced for review. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Winterset City Council approved an amendment to the current fiscal year budget (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021) after a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved a $140,000 change order for the North 10th Street project to install storm sewer and subdrain, and approved all five liquor license applications. A request to relocate the American Legion flagpole was tabled for further consideration.

• Approved the FY2020-21 budget amendment (all members voted aye).
• Approved a $140,000 change order for the North 10th Street project (Option 2: storm sewer and subdrain).
• Approved liquor licenses for Drift LLC, Kum and Go, Lakerats LLC, Winterset Hotel Group, and Madison County Chamber of Commerce.
• Tabled the American Legion flagpole relocation request.
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, RFP for ash tree removals, Arbor Day proclamation, and appointment of Patty Weeks to Tree Commission.
• Approved claims totaling $375,810.55.

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of claims totaling $456,161.60 for electric and $185,411.23 for water. They heard a presentation on the water distribution study from AECOM and asked the water superintendent to prioritize system needs. The board also received reports on delinquent accounts, watershed conservation, and department updates.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes from the February 21st meeting.
• Approved the list of claims for electric and water utilities.
• Heard the water distribution study results and discussed system weaknesses.
• Directed the water superintendent to prioritize water system needs for a future meeting.
• Set the next regular meeting for April 18, 2022, at 8:30 AM.

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Winterset City Council approved the 2021-2022 city budget unanimously. The council also approved a one-year agreement granting Drift LLC (T2-CKC, LLC) use and access to the east half of the alley right-of-way north of 112 N 1st Ave. Claims totaling $135,200.65 were approved, and several board reappointments were made.

• Approved 2021-2022 Winterset Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Drift LLC alley use and access agreement (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $135,200.65 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Eric Pugh to Tree Commission (consent agenda)
• Reappointed Diane Lair and Holly Pena to International Friendship Committee (consent agenda)
• Set April 5, 2021 public hearing for 2020-2021 budget amendment (consent agenda)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

This meeting of the Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to report beyond the minutes, so the meeting is likely procedural or cancelled.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved a new supervisor employment contract form and elected Gary Emmert as chairman and Wendy Frost as vice-chairman. The board also agreed to begin training Water Superintendent Steve Benshoof to eventually become General Manager when Stephen Wesselmann retires. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda (voice vote, carried)
• Approved minutes from February 15 meeting (voice vote, carried)
• Approved Supervisor Employment Contract form (voice vote, carried)
• Elected Gary Emmert as chairman (3-0)
• Elected Wendy Frost as vice-chairman (3-0)
• Agreed to train Steve Benshoof as future General Manager (consensus)
• Approved claims totaling $477,536.55 for electric and $214,143.40 for water (3-0)

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text only states that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Winterset City Council approved the purchase of three refurbished pumps for the wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) at $19,343.40, a heater at $2,666.30, and a confined space winch at $1,663.00. They set March 15, 2021, as the date for the public hearing on the 2021-2022 budget and maximum property tax. The council also appropriated $5,000 to HIRTA and $2,000 to the Iowa Theater, and discussed but did not finalize the Drift LLC alley use agreement.

• Approved $19,343.40 for 3 refurbished WWTF pumps (5-0)
• Approved $2,666.30 for WWTF heater (5-0)
• Approved $1,663.00 for confined space winch (5-0)
• Set March 15, 2021 for public hearing on 2021-2022 budget and max property tax (5-0)
• Appropriated $5,000 to HIRTA (5-0)
• Appropriated $2,000 to Iowa Theater (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $288.00 sewer credit for Bob Weeks (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $163,160.18 (5-0)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Winterset City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $147 sewer credit for Penny Patterson, and approved claims totaling $184,546.28. They reappointed Steve Montross to the Winterset Utility Board and approved liquor license renewals for Dollar General and Rodgers Spirits & More. The council also discussed a proposed alley use agreement for Drift LLC, to be drafted for next meeting, and agreed to resume in-person council meetings starting April 5.

• Approved consent agenda including $147 sewer credit for Penny Patterson (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $184,546.28 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Steve Montross to Winterset Utility Board (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Dollar General and Rodgers Spirits & More (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2021-07 authorizing bank signatures (unanimous)
• Agreed to resume in-person council meetings starting April 5, 2021
• Discussed Drift LLC alley use; lease to be drafted for next meeting

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to report beyond the minutes, so this appears to be a procedural or cancelled meeting.

• No agenda items listed

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved Resolution #2152021, requiring countersignatures on checks over $10,000 and updating authorized signatories to include the new city administrator. The board also discussed supervisor employment contract revisions and approved the February claims list. Reports were given on water and electric operations, including new turbidimeters and a Vactron potholer order.

• Adopted Resolution #2152021 requiring countersignature on checks over $10,000 (3-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from January 18 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved claims list totaling $400,719.00 electric and $190,313.20 water (3-0)
• Discussed supervisor employment contract draft; revisions suggested
• Agreed a Cedar Lake Watershed tour would be a good idea

City Council

The Winterset City Council held an electronic budget work session, reviewing the upcoming fiscal year budget and discussing special requests. No official votes were taken; the council reached consensus to support increased funding for the Madison County Development Group, Master Gardeners, and Historic Preservation Commission, and discussed options for other requests. The meeting was procedural, with final budget decisions deferred to future meetings.

• Consensus to approve increased requests for Madison County Development Group ($50,000), Master Gardeners ($600), and Historic Preservation Commission ($1,500)
• Discussed paying Courthouse Restoration request of $10,000 over five years at $2,000 annually
• Deferred decisions on HIRTA ($11,941) and Iowa Theater ($25,000) requests
• Consensus to set aside funds over 2-3 years for police laptops and tasers (max $50,000)
• Discussed using $50,000 COVID funds and $50,000 L.O.S.T. funds for EAB treatment
• Agenda adopted unanimously (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (5-0)

City Council

The Winterset City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, reports, and claims, and awarded the N 10th Street Project to Corell Contractor, Inc. for $883,142.95. The council also heard budget presentations from various departments and organizations, with no formal votes taken on those requests. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, and claims (5-0)
• Awarded N 10th Street Project to Corell Contractor, Inc. for $883,142.95 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07 to participate in Southern Iowa Council of Governments programs (part of consent agenda)
• Approved radio agreement with Madison County Board of Supervisors (part of consent agenda)
• Approved task order for FOX Engineering for N 10th Street Project construction administration (part of consent agenda)
• Approved reimbursement request of $104,507.40 for N 10th Street Project (part of consent agenda)
• Approved city claims totaling $170,957.11 (part of consent agenda)

City Council

The Winterset City Council meeting has no published agenda. The only listed item is a note that no agenda is available and that the minutes should be reviewed. This appears to be a procedural or placeholder entry with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

• No agenda published for this meeting

The Winterset City Council approved the final passage of two urban renewal tax division ordinances, set the maximum property tax levy for FY 2021-2022 at $2,584,394, and approved agreements with Andrew Barden and the Teamsters union. The council also heard updates on the Old High School renovation project, which was scaled back from 43 to 25 units.

• Approved Ordinance #641 for tax division in December 2020 Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #642 for tax division in Arbor Park Urban Renewal Area Plat 4 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2021-06 setting maximum levy at $2,584,394 for FY 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Approved agreement between City and Andrew Barden (5-0)
• Approved tentative 2021-2026 Teamsters agreement with wage increases (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $198,514.27 (5-0)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meeting on January 18, 2021, has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive items for public consideration.

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of claims totaling $462,582.47 for electric and $250,359.06 for water. They discussed a tentative union agreement, a new city administrator hire, and supervisor employment contracts, asking supervisors to revise the agreement. No final decisions were made on contracts or other discussion items.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved December 21 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved claims list totaling $712,941.53 (3-0)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are available for review. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.