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OFFICIAL MINUTES
Mayor Pro Tem Ulrich opened the regular meeting of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 5, 2007.
Roll Call:
Present: Franklin, Ulrich, Stickler, Grindle, Halsey
Absent: Wren
Also present: Floyd Bruns, Mary Frances Blevins, Bonita Grindle, Ann Schoultz, Marie Randol, Bill Molison (Ament), Tully Heath (Ament). Angela Reier (Attorney), Jim Beran, Dallas Paustian,
Larry Shoultz (7:20)
Agenda:
A motion to approve the agenda was made by Franklin and seconded by Grindle. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
Minutes:
Motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Franklin to accept the minutes of the regular meeting of May 15, 2007 with one correction. Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes,
Halsey-abstained-(absent from May 15, 2007 meeting), Ulrich-yes, motion carried.
Motion was made by Grindle and seconded by Stickler to accept the minutes of the Public Hearing held on May 29, 2007 with one correction. Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes,
Grindle-yes, Halsey-abstained-(absent from May 29, 2007 meeting), Ulrich-yes, motion carried.
Warrants:
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey to approve the following warrants for payment. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
June 5, 2007 General Fund ACCT # COMPANY DESCRIPTION AMOUNT 10-51 QC BANK awards fund $10,600.00 10-53 US BANK cleaning supplies/Chief's Choice $361.72 10-54 RACOM CORPORATION edacs
access $77.25 10-54 VERIZON WIRELESS monthly cell phone $16.08 10-57 US BANK water/pop/Hyvee $58.10 10-57 US BANK water/pop/Hyvee $46.76 10-57 US BANK donuts/Hyvee & food/McDonalds $49.00 10-90 CHRISTMAN'S
WILDLIFE SERVICE deer removal $425.00 20-30 MIDAMERICAN ENERGY street lighting $879.02 20-13 QC ANALYTICAL SERVICES storm water testing $342.00 40-30 CRIBBS LANDSCAPING monthly lawn
care $1,181.79 40-30 WALLACE'S GARDEN CENTER mulch $261.92 40-40 BONNIE GRINDLE reimbursement for July 4th supplies $29.92 40-40 WHITEYS ice cream for 4th of July celebration $132.38 40-40 SPECIAL
ED'S PYROTECHNICS fireworks for 4th of July celebration $2,685.43 40-40 QUAD CITY GOLF CARS 4th of July celebration $110.00 60-20 MARY FRANCES BLEVINS semi monthly $123.93 60-20 THERESA
RALFS semi monthly $576.82 60-40 STANLEY, LANDE & HUNTER 4/3/07-4/30/07 service $3,589.57 60-51 MIDAMERICAN ENERGY utilities $601.90 60-51 AT & T long distance $65.75 60-52 CRIBBS
LANDSCAPING monthly lawn care $298.27 60-52 MYRA HALSEY May cleaning $200.00 60-52 C & C QUALITY SEAMLESS GUTTERS gutter repair to City Hall $110.00 60-61 QUAD CITY TIMES publishing $293.15 60-63 ACME
SIGN CO. flag pole repair at Kensington $112.87 60-63 K & K HARDWARE supplies $38.16 60-63 IOWA LEAGUE OF CITIES membership dues $407.00 60-63 THERESA RALFS reimbursement for cert.
mail fee $6.12 60-63 US BANK water/pop/Hyvee $24.39 60-63 US BANK ups/ shipping $10.35 Total Gen. Fund Warrants $23,714.65 RECEIPTS Quad City Bank-CD interest $3,102.74 room
rent $20.00 Valley Bank-CD interest $9,997.15 Alcoa-sewer $3,052.00 Copies $9.50
OLD BUSINESS:
A motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Grindle to accept the second reading of Ordinance No. 07-168. Ordinance No. 07-168 states:
Section 1. Appointment. The Mayor may appoint, subject to Council approval, an Assistant City Clerk to serve at the discretion of the Mayor.
Section 2. Compensation. If appointed, the Assistant City Clerk is paid such compensation as specified by resolution of the Council.
Section 3. Duties of the Assistant City Clerk. The duties of the Assistant City Clerk are as follows:
Learn and implement the processes and policies of the City of Riverdale.
Assist the City Clerk in management of documents and management of City business.
Be present during vacation periods of the City Clerk.
Assist the City Clerk in the performance of the duties of the City Clerk.
Perform such other duties as designated by the Mayor and/or City Clerk from time to time.
Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes, Halsey-yes, Ulrich-yes. All ayes, motion carried.
The council discussed the donation of the 1984 Ford Pumper Fire Engine. After some discussion, a motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey to approve resolution #2007-06 with
inclusion of “as is” regarding condition of pumper fire engine which states:
Resolution Authorizing the Donation of City’s “As Is” 1984 Ford Pumper Fire Engine to Eastern Iowa Community College District Foundation.
Whereas the City of Riverdale owns a 1984 Ford Pumper Fire Engine (“Fire Engine”), Vehicle Identification No. 1FDYD80U9DVA40557;
Whereas the City of Riverdale is no longer in need of the Fire Engine for operational purposes on account of changed governmental standards;
Whereas Eastern Iowa Community College District Foundation, a governmental body, is in the process of establishing a firefighting training center to serve neighboring cities, including
the City of Riverdale;
Whereas the City of Riverdale has entered into mutual aid agreements with certain neighboring communities pursuant to Iowa Code Section 364.4;
Whereas all members of the City of Riverdale Fire Department must attend and actively participate in regular or special training drills or programs pursuant to Iowa Code Section
372.13; and
Whereas donating the Fire Engine to Eastern Iowa Community College District Foundation would be for a public purpose and benefit the City of Riverdale and neighboring communities,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, that the Fire Engine be donated to Eastern Iowa Community College District Foundation for use in its firefighting
training center.
Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
Stickler updated the council on Tower Park and introduced Tully Heath from Ament to discuss a proposal for surveying and engineering services to create site plans, drainage, calculations,
and specifications for converting the existing former water tower area into a city park. Jim Beran expressed concern regarding a storm drain that is in need of repair in that area and
is a safety hazard. Beran stated to the council that the repair of this storm drain should not be included in the cost of the park. Mayor Pro tem Ulrich replied that the issue of the
storm drain would be checked into. After some discussion, a motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Franklin to authorize Ament to proceed with the proposal agreement for the amount
of $4,800.00. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
Ulrich informed the council that the picnic tables have been ordered. Midwest Sales will assemble and deliver the picnic tables to the appropriate areas in the city.
Stickler stated there were some issues regarding new fiber optic lines where the tree was to be planted at the entrance on Manor Drive; the tree will be planted so it does not interfere
with the fiber optic lines.
NEW BUSINESS:
Angela Reier (Attorney) updated the council about an open records request for information regarding donations made to the Riverdale Fire Department. The Riverdale Fire Department has
set up a foundation that is a separate legal entity, but a claim may be made that it is an instrumentality of Riverdale. Ms. Reier recommends Riverdale proceed by filing an action seeking
an injunction and declaratory judgment on this issue, which will clarify the issues and ensure compliance by Riverdale and its officials with the obligations of the open record laws.
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Stickler to give Angela Reier (Attorney) authority to file action for an injunction and declaratory judgment regarding the open records
request for donations made to the Riverdale Fire Department. Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes, Halsey-yes, Ulrich-yes. All ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Halsey and seconded by Grindle to approve Resolution 2007-07 a resolution approving the agreement between the city of Riverdale, Iowa, and Allied Waste Services
for service of the City’s waste/refuse collection. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey to table Resolution 2007-08 a resolution approving the agreement between the City of Riverdale, Iowa, and Mahler concrete for service
of the city’s removal of snow/ice from streets and public entities within the City of Riverdale until contract is renewed. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Grindle to approve Resolution 2007-09 a resolution approving the agreement between the City of Riverdale, Iowa, and Cribbs Landscaping for
service of mowing, trimming, spraying and general maintenance of city lawns and flower beds throughout the City of Riverdale. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Grindle to approve Resolution 2007-10 a resolution approving payment of outstanding invoices after the June 19, 2007 meeting and before
July 1, 2007 (the end of the fiscal year). Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Franklin to approve Resolution 2007-11 a resolution naming official publications. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey to table Amendment to Ordinance 15.04 and Amendment to Ordinance 17.06 because ordinance numbers were listed incorrectly on the agenda.
Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. This issue will be on the regular council meeting agenda for June 19, 2007.
Franklin informed the council that there are subsided areas around streets and gutters in the City of Riverdale. After some discussion a motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Stickler
to contact Ament to provide an estimate for inspecting street and gutter for subsidence throughout the city. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Grindle informed the council that he is in the process of painting flag pole at top of Manor Drive.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS:
Halsey asked for an update on how the city is proceeding with the removal of the stop signs on Kensington. Ulrich stated he is going to handle the process of getting the new fence and
informed the council that Steve Wilson is interested in bidding on that.
The city clerk informed the council that Jeff Grindle and Larry Shoultz removed tree stumps from Bicentennial Park.
PUBLIC communications:
Dallas Paustian stated to the council that he is concerned about weeds within Haven’s Acres Park area and asked the council to have it sprayed. Mayor Pro Tem Ulrich stated Cribbs Landscaping
will be contacted and the City Clerk will call Mr. Paustian when the spraying has been completed.
Marie Randol stated a sink hole was a problem on Manor Drive before.
Marie Randol asked when the last park committee meeting was held. Stickler replied today. Marie Randol asked who is on the park committee. Stickler listed Linda Veit, Jim & Sandy Partridge,
Ralph & Rosie Parry, Judy Hiles, Linda Hupp, Jim Beran and Teri Stickler.
Marie Randol asked where the official site of postings is for the city.
Larry Shoultz stated that everyone has been given the opportunity to be on the park committee and it is not true that certain people were put on the committee.
Jim Beran stated the gutter problem is due to a gap in the concrete that water gets into.
Jim Beran asked Angela Reier (attorney) what is considered a meeting. Ms. Reier responded that it is not an easy answer, and will work on a letter to clarify for the city what is required
from committees regarding meetings. Franklin asked Ms. Reier to check into what other towns do that are comparable in size to Riverdale.
Larry Shoultz stated it is not a committee it is volunteers.
Jim Beran questioned the repair of the sewer in the tower park area.
A motion to adjourn was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:23.
____________________ ____________________
John Ulrich, Mayor Pro Tem Theresa Ralfs, City Clerk
OFFICIAL MINUTES
Mayor Wren opened the regular meeting of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 19, 2007.
Roll Call:
Present: Franklin, Ulrich, Stickler, Grindle, Halsey
Absent: None
Also present: Floyd Bruns, Mary Frances Blevins, Bonita Grindle, Ann Schoultz, Mike Larson (Computer Team), Marie Randol, Angela Reier (Attorney), Dean Hiles, Jim & Beth Mahler, Linda
Hupp and Carl Bulat
Agenda:
A motion to approve the agenda with Tower Park moved to the beginning of Old Business was made by Stickler and seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
Minutes:
A motion was made by Grindle and seconded by Ulrich to accept the minutes of the regular meeting of June 5, 2007. Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes, Halsey-yes,
Ulrich-yes, all ayes, motion carried.
Warrants:
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Stickler to approve the following warrants for payment with corrections. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
June 19, 2007 General Fund ACCT # COMPANY DESCRIPTION AMOUNT 10-52 QUINT CITIES PETROLEUM fuel $218.65 10-54 TOTAL COMMUNICATIONS pager/2 antenna $399.00 10-54 ALEX AIR APPARATUS,
INC supplies $133.40 10-55 PHILLIP BOWERS test fees $135.00 20-90 ALLIED WASTE SERVICES monthly contract $1,795.00 40-30 IOWA AMERICAN WATER park water fountains $41.95 40-30 THE
OUTHOUSE portable restroom $104.00 40-30 WALLACE'S GARDEN CENTER trees and planting $1,278.07 40-40 UNITED INSURANCE COUNSELORS july 4th insurance $580.75 40-40 JUDY HILES july 4th
supplies $126.69 40-40 REGALIA july 4th flags $45.00 60-10 IPERS mayor/council IPERS $69.46 60-10 NORMA WREN qtrly $554.10 60-10 DEAN HALSEY qtrly $129.29 60-10 JACK FRANKLIN qtrly $232.38 60-10 JOHN
ULRICH qtrly $232.38 60-10 TERESA STICKLER qtrly $226.26 60-10 JEFF GRINDLE qtrly $232.38 60-10 US BANK mayor/council withholding $172.02 60-20 US BANK clerk/asst. withholding $580.02 60-20 TREASURER,
STATE OF IOWA qtrly $160.00 60-20 IPERS clerk/asst. IPERS $200.75 60-20 THERESA RALFS semi-monthly $576.82 60-20 MARY HANSON monthly $73.65 60-20 MARY FRANCES BLEVINS semi-monthly $217.01 60-20 STANLEY,
LANDE & HUNTER service $7,304.66 60-40 QWEST monthly phone $147.66 60-51 AT & T long distance $111.66 60-52 GABRILSON contract renewal $874.00 60-52 DECCO city hall light repair $179.86 60-52 REGALIA 4-
5x8 flags $319.53 60-61 QC TIMES publishing $23.45 60-62 MEDIACOM monthly online service $45.95 60-63 BI-STATE REGIONAL COMMISSION lunch meeting $8.12 60-63 IOWA ONE CALL service $18.90 80 ALEX
AIR APPARATUS, INC nozzle, handle, grip & shipping $690.00 Total Gen. Fund Warrants $18,237.82 SEWER FUND 90-20 CITY OF DAVENPORT $1,673.44 RECEIPTS room rent $10.00 Copies $39.00 OLD
BUSINESS:
Stickler updated the council on the progress of the Tower Park committee. The committee is waiting for a report from AMENT for the engineering portion of the park project. The committee
expects the report back from AMENT around July 3rd and would like the council to schedule a Public Hearing to allow the community to view the design and give feed back on the parks development.
After some discussion a motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Franklin to schedule a Public Hearing for Tower Park on Thursday, July 12, 2007 in the community room at City Hall
from 7-8:30 p.m. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. The City Clerk will put the date of the public hearing in the June newsletter.
Mike Larson from Computer Team gave a presentation of a document management system that he has proposed for the City of Riverdale.
A motion was made by Ulrich and seconded by Halsey to accept the third and final reading of Ordinance No. 07-168. Ordinance No. 07-168 states:
Section 1. Appointment. The Mayor may appoint, subject to Council approval, an Assistant City Clerk to serve at the discretion of the Mayor.
Section 2. Compensation. If appointed, the Assistant City Clerk is paid such compensation as specified by resolution of the Council.
Section 3. Duties of the Assistant City Clerk. The duties of the Assistant City Clerk are as follows:
Learn and implement the processes and policies of the City of Riverdale.
Assist the City Clerk in management of documents and management of City business.
Be present during vacation periods of the City Clerk.
Assist the City Clerk in the performance of the duties of the City Clerk.
Perform such other duties as designated by the Mayor and/or City Clerk from time to time.
Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes, Halsey-yes, Ulrich-yes. All ayes, motion carried.
After some discussion regarding the compensation for Mayor a motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey to accept the first reading of the Amendment to Ordinance 15.04 which
states:
Amendment to Ordinance 15.04
The City of Riverdale Ordinance Number 15.04 is revoked and replaced with the following Ordinance Number 15.04 effective January 1, 2008:
15.04. Compensation. The salary of the Mayor is $7,200.00 dollars per calendar year, payable quarterly.
Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes, Halsey-yes, Ulrich-yes. All ayes, motion carried.
After some discussion regarding the compensation for Council members a motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Halsey to accept the first reading of the Amendment to Ordinance 17.06
which states:
Amendment to Ordinance 17.06
The City of Riverdale Ordinance Number 17.06 is revoked and replaced with the following Ordinance Number 17.06 effective January 1, 2008:
17.06. Compensation. The salary of each Council member is $2,400 dollars per calendar year, payable quarterly.
Roll call vote: Franklin-yes, Stickler-yes, Grindle-yes, Halsey-yes, Ulrich-yes. All ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Grindle to accept the bid from Creative Decks and Fence for the amount of $2180.00 to install a split rail fence at Haven’s Acres Park.
Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
Angela Reier (Attorney) updated the council regarding a new public request fee schedule that was drafted by the city attorney’s office. After some discussion, a motion was made by Franklin
and seconded by Stickler to change the phrasing of the 15 minute “free service” from calendar day to calendar month. Roll call vote: Halsey-no, Grindle-no, Stickler-no, Ulrich-no, Franklin-yes.
There were four no’s and one yes, motion failed. After more discussion regarding the matter of the 15 minute “free service” a motion was made by Ulrich and seconded by Halsey to change
the phrasing of the 15 minute “free service” from calendar day to calendar week. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Grindle to change the amount of advance deposits (Section C) of the fee schedule from $25 dollars to $10 dollars. Roll call vote: all ayes,
motion carried.
A motion was made by Ulrich and seconded by Grindle to change the updated records request form to reflect the 15 minute “free service” per week change and also to remove all wording
from “for office use only” and below. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
A motion was made by Ulrich and seconded by Franklin to approve resolution #2007-12 which states:
RESOLUTION # 2007-12
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR EXPENSES INCURRED IN FULFILLING IOWA CODE CHAPTER 22 PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS.
WHEREAS, the Riverdale City Council recognizes the public’s right to inspect public documents as outlined in Iowa Code Chapter 22;
WHEREAS, the Riverdale City Council has incurred substantial expense to date in fulfilling public records requests made pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 22; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code Chapter 22 authorizes fees to be charged in fulfilling public records requests.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa adopt the attached Fee Schedule for public records requests.
Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
Grindle requested the updated copy request spreadsheet be published in the minutes without the names and addresses.
54 5/16/2007 view file on SCC retention pond 5/17/2007 0 0 35 min. 55 5/17/2007 Copies of Ordinance # 07-168, resolution 2007-05, City Clerk's job description, 5/15/07 agenda 5/22/2007 5 $2.50 20
min 56 5/17/2007 copies of all computer purchases made by the City from July 2006-May 2007 5/22/2007 1 $0.50 30 min. 57 5/22/2007 Copy of May 1, 2007 Agenda 5/22/2007 1 $0.50 10 min 58 5/23/2007 Updated
list of Fire Department volunteers and their current EMS status. Information on donations made to Riverdale FD during past year. 5/31/07 list of FD volunteers and EMS status only Received
donation documents on 6/13/2007 1 $0.50 30 min. 59 5/23/2007 View and copy all time sheets of paid city employees for the past five years. 5/31/2007 0 None 15 min 60 5/23/2007 View
Riverdale Fire Fund checking account bank statements for Feb, Mar & April 2007 5/31/2007 3 $1.50 20 min. needed redacting 61 5/31/2007 Copies of special meetings agenda for tower park
and 4th of July committee 5/31/2007 3 $1.50 10 min. 62 5/31/2007 All minutes from 4th of July committee held at Parry Residence 5/31/2007 0 None 10 min. 63 5/31/2007 Copy of meeting
minutes from firetruck public hearing 5/31/2007 1 $0.50 10 min. 64 5/31/2007 Letters dated 3/30/07,4/16/07,4/24/07 5/31/2007 3/free None 15 min. 65 5/31/2007 Water Tower park meeting
notice 5/31/2007 1 $0.50 10 min. 66 5/31/2007 Amount of donations received by Riverdale Fire Dept. from June 06 to May 31, 2007. Also any grant money received for same period. 6/13/2007 7 $3.50 30
min. 67 5/31/2007 Ordinance Chapter 5 Operating Procedures pg. 22 & 23 5/31/2007 2 $1.00 10 min. 68 Received 6/5/2007 Fax dated 6/3 Copies of Agenda for Nov 21, 2006 Council meeting 6/13/2007 1 $0.50 10
min. 69 Received 6/5/2007 Fax dated 6/4 Copy of Feb 3, 2004 City Council agenda & minutes 6/13/2007 4 $2.00 10 min. 70 Received 6/5/2007 Fax dated 6/4 Copy of Nov. 7, 2006 City council
meeting agenda 6/13/2007 1 $0.50 10 min. 71 Received 6/5/2007 Fax dated 6/5 Copy of Dec 5, 2006 agenda & Council minutes 6/13/2007 3 $1.50 10 min. 72 Received 6/5/2007 Fax dated 6/6 Copy
of Feb 7, 2006 agenda & Council minutes 6/13/2007 3 $1.50 10 min. 73 6/6/2007 View & Copy gas receipts for the Ford Expedition the volunteer fire chief drives. Receipts requested
from past five years. 6/12/2007 10 $5.00 5.5 hrs. Viewed years 2007, 2006 & 2005 74 6/6/2007 View odometer on Ford Expedition. 6/11/2007 0 none Attorney viewed w/ on 6/11/2007 75 6/6/2007 Copy
of council approval as to what rate the volunteers are reimbursed for mileage or copy of what state code allows 6/12/2007 3 $1.50 20 min. 76 6/6/2007 View the (payment) minutes of purchase
of 5 municipal policy handbooks for the year 2007 along with viewing the book. 6/12/2007 1 $0.50 20 min. 77 6/5/2007 Oct. 2006 council minutes 6/12/2007 5 $2.50 10 min. 78 6/5/2007 Copy
of park committee meeting minutes 6/13/2007 0 None 5 min. 79 6/5/2007 Copy of postings for Town Park committee meetings 6/13/2007 5 $2.50 15 min. 80 6/5/2007 Copy of Town Park Ament
Proposal 6/13/2007 5 $2.50 10 min. 81 6/6/2007 List of park committee 6/7/2007 2 $1.00 15 min. 82 6/7/2007 Copy of resolution or ordinance establishing official location for posting
city notices. 6/13/2007 Letter sent from city attorneys office None 30 min. 83 6/7/2007 Copy of request for donations or grant money received by the Riverdale Fire Department 6/13/2007 4 $2.00 10
min. 84 6/8/2007 View & Copy all posted notices of tower park committee meetings & minutes of those meeting since formation of committee 7/18/2006 6/12/2007 5 $2.50 20 min. 85 6/14/2007 May
2006 Council minutes 6/14/2007 5 $2.50 5 min. 86 6/14/2007 June 2006 Council Minutes 6/14/2007 7 $3.50 5 min. 87 6/14/2007 July 2006 Council Minutes 6/14/2007 5 $2.50 5 min. 88 6/12/2007 Would
like to know the amount of money the Riverdale Fire Dept has received from July 1, 2003 to June 7, 2007. viewed on 6/19/2007 52 None 20 min. 89 6/12/2007 Would like to know the amount
of grant money the Riverdale Fire department has received from July 1, 2002 to June 7, 2007. viewed on 6/19/2007 6 None 15 min. 90 6/19/2007 Copy of Ordinance #5.06 6/19/2007 2 $1.00 10
min 91 6/19/2007 Copies of Agenda for Nov 21, 2006 Council meeting 6/19/2007 1 $0.50 2 min 92 6/19/2007 Copy of Feb 3, 2004 City Council agenda & minutes 6/19/2007 4 $2.00 2 min. 93 6/19/2007 Copy
of Nov. 7, 2006 City council meeting agenda 6/19/2007 1 $0.50 2 min. 94 6/19/2007 Copy of Dec 5, 2006 agenda & Council minutes 6/19/2007 3 $1.50 2 min. 95 6/19/2007 Copy of Feb 7,
2006 agenda & Council minutes 6/19/2007 3 $1.50 2 min.
A motion was made by Franklin and seconded by Ulrich to approve Resolution #2007-13 which states:
RESOLUTION # 2007-13
A RESOLUTION DECLARING A CLASS OF SECURITY RECORDS CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO IOWA CODE SECTION 22.7.
WHEREAS, the Riverdale City Council is considering installing a new security system which would alter its security procedures and emergency preparedness, for the protection of City of
Riverdale employees, visitors to City Hall, and the property located in City Hall;
WHERAS, the Riverdale City Council is accepting bids which include schematic designs and other information regarding the potential security system, the disclosure of which the Riverdale
City Council reasonably believes would be expected to jeopardize the effectiveness of the system to the detriment of the City of Riverdale employees, visitors to City Hall, and the property
located in City Hall;
WHERAS, the Riverdale City Council believes it is necessary to declare certain classes of records confidential pursuant to Iowa Code Section 22.7 to protect the effectiveness of the
system and the City of Riverdale employees, visitors to City Hall, and the property located in City Hall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa, the following class of records are deemed confidential pursuant to Iowa Code Section 22.7 with regard
to information supplied by vendors who are bidding on installation of a new security system for the Riverdale City Hall: records which contain information related to security procedures
or emergency preparedness which are developed or maintained by the City of Riverdale for the protection of its employees, visitors, and the property, which include, but are not limited
to, information directly related to vulnerability assessments; information contained in records relating to security measures such as security and response plans, security codes and
combinations, passwords, restricted area passes, keys, and security or response procedures; emergency response protocols; and information contained in records that if disclosed significantly
increase the vulnerability of critical physical systems or infrastructures of a government body to attack.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa, the following class of records are deemed confidential pursuant to Iowa Code Section 22.7 with regard
to information supplied by the vendor who installs the new security system for the Riverdale City Hall: records which contain information regarding the procedures, instructions, video
and sound recordings from operation of the security system, test reports, maintenance invoices, and other information regarding the installation, operation or maintenance of the system,
and records which contain information related to security procedures or emergency preparedness which are developed or maintained by the City of Riverdale for the protection of its employees,
visitors, and property, which include, but are not limited to, information directly related to vulnerability assessments; information contained in records relating to security measures
such as security and response plans, security codes and combinations, passwords, restricted area passes, keys, and security or response procedures; emergency response protocols; and
information contained in records that if disclosed significantly increase the vulnerability of critical physical systems or infrastructures of a government body to attack.
Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin asked Angela Reier (attorney) to prepare a separate resolution dealing with the Fire Departments preparedness for security.
A motion was made by Ulrich and seconded by Franklin to approve resolution #2007-14 which states:
RESOLUTION NO. 2007-14
A RESOLUTION AMENDING CITY CLERKS SALARY FOR THE
CITY OF RIVERDALE
Be it resolved by the Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa:
That the amount of salary to be paid to the city employee holding the position of City Clerk be in the
amount of $25,000 per year, payable semi monthly and effective July 1, 2007
Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
Mayor Wren informed the council that a leak has been discovered around the fireplace in the community room and needs to be fixed immediately. A motion was made by Halsey and seconded
by Franklin to have the water problem around the fireplace fixed and not to exceed the amount of $5000.00 (five thousand).Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Wren also mentioned
the wallpaper in the community room needs to be replaced but the leak will need to be fixed first.
A motion was made by Stickler and seconded by Halsey to purchase two love seats for the community room. Ulrich suggested the love seats be scotch guarded .Roll call vote: all ayes, motion
carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
A motion was made by Ulrich and seconded by Franklin to accept the 2007 May financial report with one correction. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS:
Franklin updated the council regarding the amount of bids that came back for the inlet repair on Bellingham road. Franklin feels the bids are too high and would like to look for other
companies.
Franklin reported a tree limb down at Bicentennial Park. Ulrich told the council that Scott Carlson has been contacted.
Stickler reported a broken picnic table on the sand at Bicentennial Park.
Grindle reported the old fire station flag pole has been painted and an American Flag and Riverdale Fire Department flag will be flown on it. Grindle also thanked firemen for helping
put the pole back up. Grindle updated the council on work that will be happening around the city. A manhole cover on Fenno will be fixed, Manor Hill will receive a slag coat and concrete
work will be done at the fire station. Grindle also reported the street sweeper will be coming by soon and that the electrical work on generator has been finished.
Halsey reported that Cribbs has sprayed both parks, and that he has contacted the railroad company regarding downed tree branches.
Mayor Wren stated she will attend a steering committee meeting for the Belmont Road project on June 20th. The Mayor stated more public meetings will be held but they have not been set
at this time.
Mayor Wren reported she will also be attending a meeting regarding the Recreational Trail.
Mayor Wren informed the council that the City will be in court July 17th as a plaintiff, for a judgment regarding records from the Riverdale Firefighters Foundation.
PUBLIC communications:
Carl Bulat asked about the old fire truck. Mayor Wren stated it was donated to the EICCD foundation.
A motion to adjourn was made by Halsey and seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:27pm.
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Norma Wren, Mayor Theresa Ralfs, City Clerk
From the City of Riverdale
June 2007
Theresa and Mary Frances have open office hours for the public on Wednesday’s from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. feel free to stop in with any questions or concerns and to pick up keys
for the community room reservations. Other times, please leave a phone message and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you.
Fire Department Report for
May 15 to June 19, 2007
Calls: 2- Mutual Aid Fire
4- EMS call
1-Car Accident
1-Fire
Training:
Haz Mat operations (8 hrs)
Vehicle Extrication
Serve your community-
Come and join us!
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July 4th Celebration
Schedule of Events
9:00 a.m. 5K Fun Run. Start at Riverdale City Hall. No entry fee but if you want to buy a Town of Riverdale T-shirt (whether or not you are in the race) they will be available for $5.
Call Eric Syverud at 359-5965 regarding race details and Jim Beran 355-9458 to reserve a
T-shirt.
1:00 p.m. Bike decorating
2:00 p.m. THE BIG PARADE!!!
Anyone wanting to participate in the parade please contact carol tucker at 359-8077
3:00-4:30 p.m. Ice Cream Social
Residents, please donate pies, cup cakes, or cookies
Popcorn, Balloon man,
Inflatables, dunk tank,
pony rides, face painting and other fun!
5:00 p.m. Water spray provided by the Riverdale Fire Department. Wear your swimsuit and meet at the basketball court.
6:45-9:00 p.m. Live Music starring the
“the reflections” with local resident jeff struve! Popcorn and Pop available. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music.
At dusk FIREWORKS!!!
Your Council and their committee appointments:
Jack Franklin (359-6612)-Contracted Support Service & Budget
Jeff Grindle (359-7676)-Infrastructure & Safety
John Ulrich (359-5704)-Mayor Pro Tem/Parks/Budget
Dean Halsey (355-2013)-Contracted Support Service & Parks
Teri Stickler (359-3044) Parks & Contracted Support
The Council as a whole will work on the Celebration Committee
Mayor Norma Wren can be reached at 355-1300.
Lou Wren is the Zoning Inspector. You may contact Lou at 355-1300. Please contact him regarding any construction projects.
Candidate packets are available in the clerk’s office for the upcoming November election. Up for re-election will be the Mayor’s seat (2-year term) and 3 council seats (4-year terms).
The first day nomination papers can be filed with the city clerk is Monday, August 27th. The last day to file nomination papers is
Thursday, September 20th; please have papers to city clerk by 3:00 p.m.
FREE BLACK DIRT
ON THE ELMHURST
CUL DE SAC
Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa has scheduled a public hearing for July 12, 2007 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at Riverdale City
Hall regarding Tower Park. The park committee will be present to answer questions and receive comments.
The public is encouraged to attend this hearing at the time and place mentioned above and to submit comments either orally, in writing or both. For further information please contact
the Riverdale City Hall.
Riverdale City Clerk