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HomeMy Public PortalAboutMay 11 HELPERS NEEDED FOR CLELBRATION EVENTS. JOIN IN THE FUN!! PLEASE CALL A COMMITTEE MEMBER JULY 4TH TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9:00 AM 5K Fun Run. Start at Riverdale City Hall No Entry Fee 12:00 to 3:00PM *BBQ by the Riverdale Fire Department Association Hot dogs, brats, pork chop sandwiches and more. 12:30PM Parade Line Up Strollers, Bicycles, Garden Tractors, Antique Cars and Floats are welcome. Prizes awarded for various categories. Please be aware that no decorating will be done at the park and no decorations will be provided. 1:00 PM The Big Parade!! Please try to avoid parking cars in the street during this time. Parking available in the Riverdale City Hall parking lot, Alcoa Learning Center Parking Lot and Scott Community Parking lot. 1:30 to 5:00 PM *Popcorn and Soda provided at the Shelter area 1:30 to 4:30PM *Dunk Tank and Games 1:30 to 4:30PM *Pony Rides, Balloon Artist, Face Painting 2:00 to 3:30 PM *Children’s Tractor Pull (4 Classes) 3:00 to 4:00PM *Riverdale 2nd Annual Free Throw Contest (7 Classes) 3:00 to 4:30 PM *Ice Cream Social Residents are asked to donate fruit pies, cookies or cupcakes. please no cream pies. 5:00 PM 5:00PM *Water Spray provided by the Riverdale Fire Department Wear your swimsuit and meet at the old basketball concrete pad. 6:45 to 9:00PM **Live Music, at the Gazebo in Volunteer Park Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. 9:15 to 10:00PM ***Fireworks In case of rain, fireworks will be held on July 5. * Activities located in Bicentennial Park. **Activities located in Volunteer Park ***Best viewed at the end of Windsor Drive. Bring lawn chairs and mosquito spray. Questions, ask the person wearing a nametag with a red, white & blue ribbon attached. +Porta Pottie located in the Bicentennial Park parking lot ++ Handicap Parking in gravel area of Windsor Drive (Look for signs) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE The next Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting is June 14th, 7pm, in the City Hall’s Community Room. All members of the community are encouraged to come. Surveyors will be out in the field soon picking up topography data and if anyone has any questions please call Kristin Crawford at MSA, 563 445-3501 WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THE NAMES OF RIVERDALE RESIDENTS (PAST AND PRESENT) THAT HAVE SERVED IN THE MILITARY. IF YOU KNOW OF ANYBODY PLEASE CALL THE CITY OFFICE (355-2511) OR LINDA HUPP (355-3386) WITH THE NAME, BRANCH OF SERVICE, AND YEARS SERVED. WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THESE NAMES IN OUR KIOSK AT VOLUNTEER SQUARE PARK BY JULY 4, 2011. Please help us celebrate Riverdale’s 4th of July by joining and participating in our parade. Bring your floats, antique cars, bicycles, pets, horses, wagons, strollers, garden tractors, etc. already decorated. PLEASE NO ATV’S or other MOTORIZED VEHICLES for children. Parade line up will be 12:30p.m. and the parade starts at 1:00p.m. MAIL BOX DECORATING Residents interested in participating need to PRE-REGISTER by calling one of the Committee Co-Chairpersons. Only those people who PRE-REGISTER will be judged. Judging is Sunday July 3rd. Winners to be announced during ice cream social, at the Pavilion. Prizes will be awarded. Please call: Joe Kosinski 441-0193 or Dave & Susan Geisler 359-4482 RIVERDALE’S ANNUAL EGG HUNT, HAVEN’S ACRES PARK, APRIL 23, 2011 A WINDY BUT SUNNY AFTERNOON. FUN WAS HAD BY CHILDREN, PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS. THE GROUND WAS COVERED WITH PLASTIC EGGS AND PRIZES. THERE WERE 2 COLORFUL EGG PINATAS, COOKIES AND LEMONADE. THANK YOU HYVEE, K&K HARDWARE AND COUNTRY LIVING DRYWALL FOR THEIR GENEROUS DONATIONS. A BIG THANK YOU TO THE HALSEY FAMILY FOR ALL THEIR HARD WORK IN HOSTING THE ANNUAL EGG HUNT. OFFICIAL MINUTES Mayor Grindle opened the regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on May 3, 2011. Roll Call: Present: Halsey, Channon, Hupp, Littrel, and Franklin. Also present: Attorney Steve Hunter, Troy Harrington, Ashley Steele, Ken Hughes, Kristin Crawford from MSA, and Fire Chief Floyd Bruns. Agenda: Franklin moved to approve the agenda for May 3, 2011. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Minutes: Channon made two corrections to the minutes dated 4/19/11. It was stated in the minutes dated 04/05/11 that the vote for approval of the minutes was all ayes. Channon abstained from voting on the minutes from that date because she was not at that meeting. On the second page of the minutes dated 04/19/11 Littrel’s name was misspelled. Channon moved to approve the minutes from the meeting dated 04/19/11 with said corrections, seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: Halsey – abstain, Channon – aye, Hupp – aye, Littrel – aye, Franklin – aye, motion carried. Warrants: Channon moved to approve the warrants for May 3, 2011 as presented, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. CLAIMS LIST MAY 3, 2011 VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL Cribbs Landscaping Mowing Contract $1,560.96 Grass Groomers Porta – Potties Parks $204.00 K&K True Value Misc. Expense City Hall & FD $126.05 Mary Frances Blevins Misc. Expense Park $5.26 Mid-American Energy Street Lights & City Hall $1,463.27 MSA Engineering Planning & Zoning $3,462.10 Myra Halsey Janitorial & Supplies Egg Hunt $354.71 Qwest Telephone Long Distance $6.60 The Green Thumbers Maintenance Park $266.00 US Bank Expenses City Hall & FD $3,363.48 W.B. McCloud Pest Control City Hall $85.00 Total $10,897.43. PAYROLL 05/03/11 Paula McIntosh $811.60 Mary Frances Blevins $565.37 Jeffrey J. Grindle $279.15 Total $1,656.12 UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Kristin Crawford from MSA spoke about the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Riverdale. Mayor Grindle will appoint the committee at the May 17, 2011 council meeting. The kick off meeting will be May 10, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the committee will be to make general plans for the City for the next 5 to 10 years. A schedule will be set for the following meetings. Kristin Crawford from MSA presented the scope of services for the construction or reconstruction of Manor Drive, Circle Drive, Fieldcrest Road, Elmhurst Lane, Windsor Drive and Valley Drive in the amount of $132,000.00. Ms. Crawford stated that the work would be completed by MSA this year and be prepared to go out for bids this fall so the road work could begin in 2012. Hupp moved to approve the contract from MSA for plans for construction or reconstruction of said roads in the sum of $132,000.00. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin moved to approve the contract from Townsend Engineering for Grant Application, Submittal and Environmental Assessment Consulting Proposal Mississippi River Trail – Riverdale not to exceed $5,000.00. Seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Franklin asked for clarification on Request for Release of Funds from Exempt Activities. Attorney Hunter explained that the Comprehensive Plan was just a document so an environmental review would not be necessary. The next six items on the agenda also deal with the Grant Funds that the city was awarded from IDED which is a Federal Grant and therefore each of these items is standard procedure to receive the grant money. These documents are required for the release of funds. Each of these items was reviewed by council and Attorney Hunter. Franklin moved to consider these items at the next meeting when these documents will have more clarification. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Resolution No. 2011-22 A Resolution Authorizing And Directing Deposit Of Bond Funds was read by Attorney Hunter. RESOLUTION NO. 2011-22 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING DEPOSIT OF BOND FUNDS WHEREAS, The City of Riverdale, Iowa (“Riverdale”), by prior Resolution, has authorized the issuance of Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2011, dated May 4, 2011 (“2011 Bonds”); and WHEREAS, it is necessary to designate a qualified financial institution for deposit of proceeds of the 2011 Bonds; and WHEREAS, Quad City Bank and Trust Company is an authorized depository of City funds, and the City maintains existing accounts with such financial institution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Riverdale, State of Iowa, that: 1. Quad City Bank and Trust Company, Davenport, Iowa is hereby designated as the initial depository of proceeds of the 2011 Bonds; and 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to sign such agreements or directions as may be required for deposit of the proceeds of the 2011 Bonds with Quad City Bank and Trust Company into existing City accounts with such institution; and 3. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to arrange for such further deposit, investment, and re-investment of the proceeds of the 2011 Bonds in accordance with existing Resolutions concerning custody and management of City funds and the Loan Agreement with respect to the 2011 Bonds. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 3rd_ day of May 2011. Channon moved to approve Resolution No. 2011-22 A Resolution Authorizing And Directing Deposit Of Bond Funds, seconded by Halsey. Roll call votes: all ayes, motion carried. The Riverdale Fire Department Report was presented by Fire Chief Floyd Bruns from February 15, 2011 through March 15, 2011 and March 15, 2011 through April 19,2011. Hupp moved to approve for the dates listed, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Grindle appointed Joe Kosinski and Susan Geisler to Co-Chair the 4th of July Committee at the last meeting and now appointed David Geisler as another Co-Chair for this committee. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Hupp asked if we could put another article in the Riverdale newsletter asking for information of Riverdale residents that have served in the military. We would like to get everyone’s names in the Kiosk. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS: Halsey reported that the Egg Hunt held at Haven’s Acres Park was a huge success. He wanted to thank K&K, Hy-Vee, and Country Living Dry-Wall for their donations. Around 30 to 40 kids participated in the event. Halsey stated that he would like to see a shelter at Haven’s Acres Park. Franklin stated that with the changes in the City Attorney there are some things that need to be addressed. The Awards Plan, the storm sewer pipe, and easements for the bike path need to be reviewed. Mayor Grindle stated that Riverdale had very minimal flooding issues. There is still sand in the Haven’s Acres area if anyone needs sand, please take it. Halsey moved to adjourn at 7:50 p.m. seconded by Franklin. ______________________ _______________________________ Jeffrey J. Grindle, Mayor Attested by: Paula McIntosh, City Clerk OFFICIAL MINUTES Mayor Grindle opened the Public Hearing concerning the Amended 2010/2011 City Budget at 6:40 p.m. on May 17, 2011. Only comment was from Jack Franklin stating that he did not think the Amendment was correct and thought it needed to be redone. Littrel moved to close the Public Hearing at 6:45 p.m. Seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Grindle opened the regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on May 17, 2011. Roll Call: Present: Littrel, Channon, Hupp, Halsey, and Franklin. Also present: Attorney Steve Hunter, Troy Harrington, Ashley Steele, Kristin Crawford from MSA, Fire Chief Floyd Bruns, Ron Strawhacker, Dave Welch, and Chris Townsend, and Mike Richmond from Townsend Engineering. Agenda: Franklin moved to approve the agenda as listed for May 17, 2011. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Minutes: Channon moved to approve the minutes from the meeting dated May 3, 2011 as presented, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Warrants: City Clerk Paula McIntosh made some corrections to the Warrants list for May 17, 2011. The bill for Laser Cut Images for $693.00 was presented again. It was on the May 3, 2011 warrant list and Hupp should have abstained from that vote. The check was held until this meeting and re-submitted for payment. The bill to The Green Thumbers will be voided. This bill was paid at the May 3, 2011 meeting and was paid again by mistake. The bill to Emergency Medical Products for $7.05 was left off of the warrants list and so presented to council for payment. Channon moved to approve the warrants for May 17, 2011 with said corrections, seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: Littrel – aye, Channon – aye, Hupp – abstain, Halsey – aye, Franklin – aye, motion carried. CLAIMS LIST MAY 17, 2011 VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL Aflac Insurance $164.60 Allied Waste Waste Services $2,708.00 EFTPS Tax Fed/Fica Taxes $684.81 Emergency Medical Products Supplies FD $7.05 Iowa One Call Iowa One Call $20.70 IPERS IPERS $478.98 Mediacom Internet Service $50.95 Laser Cut Images Plaques FD $693.00 Q West Telephone $157.53 Quad City Times and Journal Publishing $319.05 Stanley, Lande, and Hunter Legal $2,812.50 Townsend Engineering Engineering Bike Path $1,331.00 Tri-State Fire Control Vehicle Operations FD $2,492.80 Total $11,486.92 PAYROLL 05/1711 Paula McIntosh $811.60 Mary Frances Blevins $561.44 Jeffrey J. Grindle $279.15 Total $1,652.19 PUBLICATION COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COUNCIL: Joe Kosinski attended the meeting to update the council on the events planned for the 4th of July. Mr. Kosinski is chairing this committee with David and Susan Geisler. Mr. Kosinksi stated that this year’s theme was traditional events and some new events. Mr. Kosinski went on to talk about many of the things that will be happening this 4th of July. Please watch the newsletters for complete listings of the 4th of July events UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Mayor Grindle appointed the committee members for the Comprehensive Planning Committee. They are: Kristin Crawford – Chair, Mayor Grindle, Linda Hupp, Doug Littrel, Teri Stickler, Lou Wren, John Riches, Dr. Jim Spelhaug, John Kempton, and Heather Wren. Franklin moved to approve the Request for Release of Funds Form Exempt Activities, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Littrel moved to approve Resolution No. 2011-23 Code of Conduct in Grant Fund Administration, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Channon moved to approve Resolution No. 2011-24 Procurement Policy, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin moved to approve the Equal Opportunity Policy Statement, seconded by Hupp. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Channon moved to approve the Policy on the Prohibition of the Use of Excessive Force, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin moved to approve the Fair Housing Policy, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Hupp moved to approve The Residential Anti-Displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Littrel moved to table Resolution No. 2011-21 A Resolution Approving The Amendment Of The 2010-2011 City Budget For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2011, seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Chris Townsend from Townsend Engineering attended the meeting to clear up a misconception on some paperwork received from them. It was a recap of work that had already been done. There was some discussion of obtaining easements needed for the bike path. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Hupp reported that she and Littrel had attended the Comprehensive Planning meeting. There will be a public input meeting coming up and all residents are urged to attend that meeting. It was decided to do a mailing to each resident to encourage all to attend. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS: Hupp wanted to thank Joe Kosinski and the Geisler’s for chairing the 4th of July event. Also all the other committee members. Franklin wanted to thank Fire Chief Floyd Bruns for all his hard work for the 4th of July event also. Kristin Crawford wanted to let the council as well as Riverdale residents know that the MSA surveyors will be in Riverdale. This is for the roadwork that will be done in the near future. Mayor Grindle also wanted to thank all of those helping with the 4th of July. If there is anyone else that wants to volunteer to help please let a committee member know. Halsey made a motion to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. seconded by Littrel. ____________________ ______________________________ Jeffrey J. Grindle, Mayor Attested by: Paula McIntosh, City Clerk PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID BETTENDORF, IA 6 From the City of Riverdale 563-355-2511 May 2011 Financial Report April 2011 Beginning Bank Balance April 2011 = $208,360.54 Ending Bank Balance April 2011 = $52,058.26 IPAIT Totals = $299,822.66 CD’s Totals = $546,812.78 Totals of All Monies = $898.693.70 Myra Halsey & Family thanks everyone who helped make the Egg Hunt an eggceptional success! Especially Mother Nature for cooperating. PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID BETTENDORF, IA PERMIT NO. 28 Fire Department Report for February 15 – March 15, 2011 March 15 – April 19, 2011 Calls: Calls: 1 EMS Call 5 EMS Calls 2 Fire 1 Haz Mat 4 Mutual Aid Fires 2 Mutual Aid Fires 1 Car Accident Training: Training: EMS Pat Assesment Caustic Material Haz Mat Quarterly Defib Recert EMS Bloodborne Pathogens Ground Ladders Driver Training 2 & 5 Other: Other: Arson & Fire Investigating School Your Council and their committee Appointments are as follows: Jack Franklin (359-6612) –Mayor Pro Tem, Contracted Support Service & Budget Cheryl Channon (332-4730) – Contracted Support Service & Budget Linda Hupp (355-3386) – Parks & Safety Dean Halsey (355-2013) – Infrastructure & Parks Doug Littrel (209-7479) – Infrastructure & NPDES Management Mayor Jeffrey Grindle (349-7606) Lou Wren (355-1300) – Zoning Inspector. Please contact him regarding any construction projects.