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December 11th City Council Agenda

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Monroe City Council
December 11, 2017
7:00 P.M.
Monroe City Hall
206 West Sherman Street
Monroe, Iowa 50170

  1. Consent agenda
  2. Committee and board reports
  3. PFM Financial updates on TIF and Debt Service, a proposal on services for Wastewater Treatment Plant
  4. 7:15 p.m. public hearing on proposal to vacate and convey real property on East Lincoln Street south of Lot 105 in T.L. Shaw’s Addition
  5. Approval of resolution approving vacation and conveyance of real property located directly south of Lot 105 in T.L. Shaw’s Addition to Monroe, Iowa (East Lincoln Street)
  6. 7:20 p.m. public hearing on proposal to vacate and convey alley
  7. Approval of resolution approving vacation and conveyance of alley located the West Six Feet of the North One Hundred Twenty Feet of the North/South alley adjacent to Lot Seven on East, Block Nineteen in the City of Monroe, Iowa
  8. Jeff Davidson presentation and funding request for Red Rock Prairie Bike Trail 2018
  9. Determine building permit fee for 510 N York
  10. Discussion of putting decals on the Monroe Police Vehicle
  11. Resolution changing permit fees and inspections of accessory buildings
  12. 1st reading of ordinance amending the City Code of the City of Monroe, Iowa, by amending subsection 92.09 of Chapter 92 under Water Rates

Open Forum

Swearing in of the Mayor and Council Members will take place after the regular meeting.

 

Official Election Results – 11/7/2017

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Below are the election results for the City of Monroe in the 2017 election by total votes received.  Thanks to all who voted!

Mayor – Monroe
Douglas P. Duinink  – 273
Write in – 15

City Council – Monroe
Jennifer St. Peter – 221
Andrea Steenhoek – 197
Sarah McCray – 192
Jean Goemaat – 130
Richard Aalbers – 122
Carolyn Daniels – 21
Write in – 6

Capital Improvement Reserve Fund Levy
Yes – 221
No – 81

Public Vote Is Needed

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Voters at the November 7, 2017, city election will be asked to vote YES or NO on the following proposition, “Shall the proposition to establish a capital improvement reserve fund and levy one and one-half (1 1/2) mil tax in the city equal to 15 cents per $1,000 of taxable valuation beginning July 1, 2018 for a period of 6 years for the purpose of improvements in the utility and waste water treatment system be approved?

Monroe voters have approved the Capital Improvements Reserve fund levy every 6 years since 1974.  In the past, voters approved the Capital Improvements Reserve Fund levy for the purpose of improvements toward the water systems, lift stations, and enabled the City to borrow less money for improvements.

If voters approve the proposition in November, receipts during the next six years will be used for needed improvements in the water and waste water systems.  During the fiscal year 2017-2018 the levy will produce approximately $28,572 in revenue.

Reminder: Snow Ordinance in Effect November 1st through March 31st

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69.11    SNOW REMOVAL.  No person shall park, abandon or leave unattended any vehicle on any public street, alley, or City-owned off-street parking area, from November 1 of each year until March 31 of the following year, during periods of snowfall or within twenty-four (24) after a snowfall.

136.03    REMOVAL OF SNOW, ICE AND ACCUMULATIONS.  It is the responsibility of the abutting property owners to remove snow, ice and accumulations from sidewalks within 48 hours following the end of the snowfall.  If a property owner does not remove snow, ice or accumulations within a reasonable time, the City or the City’s designee may do so and assess the costs against the property owner for collection in the same manner as a property tax.

70.04    PARKING VIOLATIONS:  VEHICLE UNATTENDED.  When a vehicle is parked in violation of any provision of the Traffic Code, and the driver is not present, the notice of fine or citation as herein provided shall be attached to the vehicle in a conspicuous place.

70.06    IMPOUNDING VEHICLES.  A peace officer is hereby authorized to remove, or cause to be removed, a vehicle from a street, public alley, public parking lot or highway to the nearest garage or other place of safety, or to a garage designated or maintained by the City, under the circumstances hereinafter enumerated:

3. Snow Removal. When any vehicle is left parked in violation of a ban on parking during snow removal operations.

Any questions please contact the Monroe Police department:

Office 641-259-2311

Nick Chambers, Chief

Reminder: Cemetery Flower Removal

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cemetery flowerThe public is reminded that all flowers and other items on the ground must be removed from the cemetery.  Flowers in vases or on the stones are always welcome and are not removed by the City.  No permanent plantings are permitted.  If you plant annual flowers, they may be mowed off or you can keep the grass trimmed at least 6” away from the stone.  Please do not leave glass vases or jars at the grave sites.    Questions should be referred to City Hall at 259-2319.  Thank you for your cooperation.

October 9th City Council Meeting Agenda

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Monroe City Council
October 9, 2017
7:00 P.M.
Monroe City Hall
206 West Sherman Street
Monroe, Iowa 50170

  1. Consent agenda
  2. Committee and board reports
  3. Consideration of Mike’s Lounge Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service and Living Quarters for 114 E Washington
  4. Monroe Hometown Pride- Keep Iowa Beautiful Presentation
  5. Consider purchase of new slide for Monroe Public Library playground
  6. Discuss City Administrator Position
  7. Discuss potential hiring of 4th Officer for Monroe Police Department and possible permission to hire applicant
  8. Review and consider purchase agreement between the City of Monroe and Rozendaal Tiling, Inc. for 314 W Marion Street
  9. Resolution proposing conveyance and authorizing public hearing on sale and conveyance of 314 W Marion Street, Monroe, Iowa, to Rozendaal Tiling, Inc.
  10. Resolution authorizing transfer of funds
  11. 2nd & 3rd reading of ordinance increasing Mayor compensation
  12. 2nd & 3rd reading of ordinance increasing Council compensation
  13. 3rd reading for Ordinance amending Chapter 41.12 of the Monroe City Code of Ordinances concerning the use of Fireworks
  14. Resolution to adopt amended Chapter 41, Section 41.12 providing for the use of consumer fireworks
  15. Citizen request for review of building permit for garage located at 510 N York Street.
  16. Citizen request for vacation of driveway located at 501 N Oak Street.

September 11th City Council Agenda

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Monroe City Council
September 11, 2017
7:00 P.M.
Monroe City Hall
206 West Sherman Street
Monroe, Iowa 50170

  1. Consent agenda
  2. Committee and board reports
  3. Consideration of Casey’s Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine and Sunday Sales for 509 S Monroe Street
  4. Consideration of Southside Bar & Grill’s Class C Liquor, Outdoor Service and Sunday Sales for 104 S Commerce Street
  5. Hometown Pride –Keep Iowa Beautiful Project Updates
  6. Old Settlers Committee request to have adult beverages on city square September 30, 2017
  7. Discussion on removal of Monroe Public Library playground equipment
  8. Discuss potential hiring of 4th Officer for Monroe Police Department with the possibility of setting interview date and times
  9. Consider RFP’s for demolition of property located at 314 W Marion with the possibility of awarding of bid
  10. Resolution approving CD renewals
  11. Resolution authorizing approval of the Capital Improvement Levy to be on the November ballet
  12. Resolution approving the City Street Financial Report for year ending June 30, 2017
  13. 2nd reading for Ordinance amending Chapter 41.12 of the Monroe City Code of Ordinances concerning the use of Fireworks
  14. 1st reading of ordinance increasing Mayor and Council compensation
  15. Set trick or treat night

 

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