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Dining Tour Books Available
Riverdale Firefighters Association will be taking
orders for dining tour books (checks payable to
Riverdale Fire Association). The books have
discounts to 140 fine dining, casual dining, pizza,
and theater. The fire department receives $10 for
every book sold. Cost $35. Orders need to be in by
October 10. Contact Mayor Paddock at City Hall
and leave a message if you would like one.
Fall Clean Up Day
Saturday, October15th!
Items must be at the curb
By 7 a.m.
NO household hazardous
material or e-waste!
RIVERDALE TRICK OR TREAT HOURS
OCTOBER 31st
5-7PM
Ghost, Goblins &
Witches ---OH MY!!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN, BE SAFE
Why Compost Yard Waste
Yard waste is banned from Iowa landfills, pursuant to
the Iowa Waste Reduction & Recycling Act of 1989.
Burning leaves & other yard waste
pollutes the air & can lead to
uncontrolled fires. Compost is
earth-friendly, benefits your yard,
saves money and composting
is easy.
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IF I WERE MAYOR
The League of Cities is inviting all Iowa 7th
graders to participate in the essay contest to tell
others what they would do as mayor to make their
cities the best place to live.
Promoting good city government is important to
the Iowa League of Cities, and this contest
provides students the opportunity to reflect on the
role of the key elected official in their city.
Our future mayors of our cities are in classrooms
today. The education they receive helps them to
become good citizens and good mayors.
A winning essay will be selected in each state’s
congressional districts. District winners will
receive a $250 college scholarship, one grand prize
winner will be selected to represent the entire state
and receive a total of $500 to use toward college.
The winners, along with their parents and teachers,
will be recognized at a special ceremony in Des
Moines in early 2017.
CALL CITY HALL FOR CONTEST RULES
New Cash Policy for Sewer Bills
Council voted on September 6, 2016 to only accept
cash payments in the exact amount due or to credit
any remainder to the next bill.
We will not be keeping change
effective November 1, 2016. Please bring
exact change if you do not want the remainder
credited to your account.
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Fall Clean-up Tips to Prevent Water Pollution
Based on the EPA’s Homeowner’s Guide to Healthy Habits for Clean Water
Clearing fallen leaves, pruning trees and bushes, and cleaning gutters are among the chores that many of us are doing
at this time of year. As we take care of our homes, however, we should also remember to take steps to protect the
environment. Many clean-up activities can create waste and debris that contribute to water pollution, if not handled
properly.
Polluted runoff is the nation’s greatest threat to clean water, according to the EPA. Polluted runoff occurs as storm
water flows over driveways, lawns and sidewalks, picking up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other pollutants. By following
these guidelines you can help prevent polluted runoff, and protect the water quality of our rivers, lakes and streams.
- Ten Tips to Prevent Water Pollution -
1) Sweep up yard debris, instead of hosing down areas. Compost or recycle yard waste when possible.
2) Never dump anything down storm drains or into streams.
3) Vegetate bare spots in your yard, and use native plants and grasses when possible. They require less water,
fertilizer and pesticides.
4) Use the least toxic pesticides, follow labels, and learn how to prevent pest problems. Do not use when the
forecast calls for rain.
5) Direct downspouts away from paved surfaces; consider a rain garden to capture runoff.
6) Take your car to the carwash, or wash it on a lawn or other unpaved surface instead of washing it in the
driveway.
7) Check your car for leaks and recycle your motor oil (some service stations provide this service). Clean up spills
and leaks with an absorbent material like kitty litter or sand.
8) Pick up after your pet.
9) Have your septic system pumped and inspected regularly.
10) If you have a swimming pool, drain it only when a test kit does not detect chlorine levels. If possible, drain it into
the sanitary sewer system.
2nd Annual Smoke Eater 5K Scramble
October 9th, 2016 at 11:00am.
vs.
The course will be the same challenge as last year!
New this year, instead of the Firefighter Challenge (running in
Firefighter Turnout Gear), we will be hosting a "Guns n Hoses
Division. This will give all branches of public safety (Fire, Law
Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, and Dispatchers) an
opportunity to compete as a team for bragging rights for their
department for the year!
Register at :
www.getmeregistered.com/smokeeater5k
www.smokeeater5k.com or
www.facebook.com/smokeeater5k for more info.
For Places to Go,
Where to Stay or
Things To Do
Visit the new Mississippi River
Geotourism website at
MississippiRiver.NatGeoTourism.com
This is an interactive site that highlights
what’s unique and authentic about places
along the Mississippi River through the
voices of the people that live there.
Adopt-A-Highway and Roadside Planting Sponsorship Program
This program allows groups to select a portion of highway right-of-way for removal of litter and/or to plant trees,
shrubs, wildflowers and grasses. For more information about this program, contact the DOT’s Office of Maintenance
at 515- 239-1471.
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RIVERDALE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
September 6, 2016
All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Paddock opened a regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on September 6, 2016.
Roll Call:
Present: Channon, Hupp, Littrel and Halsey. Seaberg was absent. Also present Riverdale Maintenance George Miller, Marie Rando l,
Don & Pat Fisher, Steve Townsend, Bill & Kayla Briesch, Nick Wagner from MSA, Har ry Pelton, Teri Stickler, Ann Shoultz, Judy
Hiles, Bob Kramer, Eric Syverud, Kathy Wine from River Action, Dale Hupp and Mark Griswold.
Agenda:
Mayor Paddock asked to remove the last bullet under New Business, Discussion on the Pleasant Valley New Building and to move
MSA to the first bullet under Unfinished Business. Channon moved to approve the agenda for September 6, 2016 with changes.
Seconded by Littrel all ayes motion carried .
Public Communications To The Council:
Kathy Wine from the Quad City Riverfront Council presented the City of Riverdale a Certificate of Recognition for the completion of
the Mississippi River Trail – Phase II extension. The completed trail brings amenity to the City of Riverdale and has contributed to the
enhancement of the riverfront.
Halsey moved to allow guests three minutes each to speak due to the number of guests in attendance. Seconded by Littrel all a yes
motion carried.
Steve Townsend asked if the setback rules would apply to the new sub -division or to the entire town. Would there be sidewalks or
streetlights? Mayor Paddock stated only the area of new development is being considered as R -IA at this time. There has been no
discussion on sidewalks or street lights. Eric Syverud asked if any rezoning issues or agreements have been made at this time on the
Welch property. Eric also congratulated the Mayor and Council on the completion of the MRT Phase II. Mayor Paddock stated the
property is under contract and has not closed. There are no signed agreements with the City. Kayla B riesch presented two petitions per
George Seaberg concerning the Welch property. One was to address the opposition to the widening and extension of Don Fisher’s
driveway located at 136 Circle Drive into the Welch property as a street. The second petition was opposing the extension of Fieldcrest
Road into the former Welch farm. Bill Briesch asked if there were parks planned, and if there is going to be street lights an d he was
opposed to entrances near Don Fisher’s or on Fieldcrest Drive. Mayor Paddock state d that our current ordinance will require a
recreation area and that it does not include retention areas. Mark Griswold stated he thought everyone should be changed to t he R-1A
zoning. Teri Stickler stated she believes most Riverdale residents are content with the current lot sizes and setbacks. Teri sees no need
to change all of Riverdale to R-1A.
Minutes August 16, 2016:
Channon made a correction to the minutes from the meeting dated August 16, 2016. Under Approval of Agenda it should have sai d
“Mayor Paddock asked to remove the item under Unfinished Business concerning the basketball court in the Haven’s Acres Park.”
With that correction Channon moved to approve the minutes from the meeting dated August 16, 2016 seconded by Littrel. All aye s
motion carried.
Warrants:
Mayor Paddock made a correction to the warrants, line item “Pmt To IRS Awards” should be “Pmt To IRS Penalty”. Channon moved
to approve the warrants with said change for September 6, 2016 seconded by Littrel. All ayes motion carried.
CLAIMS LIST SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL
Advanced Business Systems Copies Expense $117.19
Advanced Systems Computer Expense $87.50
Alexis Fire Equipment Vehicle Damage Repair $23,696.20
American Water Record Usage Cost $1.75
Century Link City Hall/FD Telephone $210.27
City of Bettendorf F.D. Cell Service $960.00
City of Davenport Pym Davenport Capital Improvement $92.80
Fire Engineering F.D. Misc. Expense $29.00
Iowa Codification Codification Update $227.00
Iowa Prison Industries Street Misc. Expense $149.66
John Channon F.D. Uniforms $30.00
Kenneth Dugan F.D. Training $65.00
Mid American Energy Street/City Hall /Park Utilities $1,453.36
Myra Halsey Janitorial Service $350.00
Sandry Fire Supply, LLC F.D. Vehicle Maintenance $94.00
Sandry Fire Supply, LLC F.D. Vehicle Maintenance $270.00
Scott Carlson Parks/City Hall Maintenance $2,605.00
Tri-State Fire Control F.D. Vehicle Maintenance $927.18
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United States Treasury Pmt. To IRS Penalty $15.95
Total General Expenses $31,271.36
Fire Awards $15.95
Total Sewer $1.75
Total Sewer Capital Project $92.80
Total $31,381.86
PAYROLL SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 RECEIPTS
Paula McIntosh $1227.00 Sewer Deposit $277.74
Mary Frances Blevins $920.59 Local Option $9,245.32
George Miller $647.38 Road Use Tax $5,538.66
Brian Ballard $83.11 Room Rent $60.00
Total Payroll $2,878.08 Franchise Fees $1,325.42
Copies $32.75
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
• Mayor Paddock reported on the catch basin repair on Bellingham Road. The ca tch basin was sitting on brick that had
deteriorated. Due to this unforeseen issue and finding no base under the road the previous bid will be more. A concrete wall
had to be poured around the exterior and interior of the existing brick structure to seal u p the voids in the brick and prevent
future infiltration into the intake. Nick Wagner from MSA reported on his findings for Bellingham Road and feels a study is
necessary before decisions can be made. Bellingham is not on solid bedrock and is 9 inches thic k not 12 inches thick at the
repaired area. MSA will have a cost estimate proposal ready for the next meeting.
• Mayor Paddock presented a proposal from Cribbs Landscaping for the erosion along Manor Dr. and building a retaining wall
on the Manor Dr. hill side to prevent more erosion. Hupp moved to approve the bid from Cribbs Landscaping for the
retaining wall in the amount of $1,273.30 and to pay 50% before project begins. Seconded by Halsey all ayes motion carried.
Halsey moved to approve Cribbs Landscaping to remove 6 inches of dirt, add new topsoil with seed, fertilizer and straw
matting not to exceed $8,232.75 and to pay 50% at the start of the project. Seconded by Littrel. All ayes motion carried.
• Mayor Paddock presented an update from Callahan Municipal Consultants concerning the Capital Improvement Plan.
• Dale Hupp reported from the Development Advisory Committee concerning the Welch property. He presented numbers
based on today’s tax rate and a fully developed Welch Farm and concluded that the development would bring an estimated
increase in revenue to the City of Riverdale of $400,000 and increase costs of $44,255 per year leaving the City with
$355,745 possible increase in Revenue at today’s rate. Jenny Staub included information about home prices, Vi lla’s and
Condo’s. Mayor Paddock also stated there are about 14 residents who have already expressed an interest in Villa’s. Judy
Hiles asked if a study was being done on what the impact would be on the Pleasant Valley School District and would it cause
overcrowding. Mayor Paddock has spoken with Dr. Spelhaug and the school has been planning for future growth. Hupp
moved to ask Attorney Steve Hunter to draft a new sample R-1A ordinance to allow for Villa’s in the new development and
for it to be given to Planning and Zoning for review at their next meeting. Seconded by Halsey. All ayes motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
• Mayor Paddock presented the resignation from Jenny Staub from the Board of Adjustment (BOA). Jenny has served on this
Board since 2010. Channon moved to approve the resignation from the BOA from Jenny Staub seconded by Littrel. All ayes
motion carried. Mayor and Council thanked Jenny for her time spent on this board.
• Channon moved to approve the Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 2016 -200 An Ordinance Amending The
Code Of Ordinances Of The City Of Riverdale, Iowa, By Amending Provisions Pertaining To Litter. Seconded by Hupp. Roll
call Channon – aye, Hupp – aye, Littrel – aye, Halsey – aye motion carried.
• Hupp moved to approve a Deer Hunt seconded by Halsey. All ayes motion carried.
• Channon moved to approve the Alcohol License for My Place seconded by Halsey. All ayes motion carried.
• Hupp moved to approve closing the petty cash fund and put the funds in the General Fund seconded by Li ttrel. All ayes
motion carried.
• Halsey moved to approve the purchase of a new laptop and Microsoft Office Project not to exceed $1,200.00 seconded by
Littrel. All ayes motion carried.
COMMUNICATION FROM THE COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS:
• Hupp reported she has someone coming to look at trimming trees on Riverdale property off Field crest Road. This area is too
overgrown to get a bush hog in there. If there are other areas that need tree maintenance please let her know before Friday.
• Mayor Paddock received a letter from Iowa League of Cities mentioning their “If I Were Mayor” contest. This contest is
open to all 7th graders. Watch for information in the upcoming newsletter.
• Halsey moved to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. seconded by Channon. All ayes motion carried.
_________________________ ________________________________
Sonya Paddock, Mayor Attested By: Paula McIntosh, City Cler
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RIVERDALE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
September 20, 2016
All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Pro-Tem Channon opened a regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on September 20, 2016.
Roll Call:
Present: Channon, Seaberg, Littrel and Halsey. Hupp was absent. Also present Riverdale Maintenance George Miller, Riverdale F ire Chief Floyd
Bruns, Don Fisher, Bill & Kayla Briesch, Jared Fluhr from MSA, Teri Stickler, Eric Syverud, Kevin and Dawn Adams, Jim Tucker and Julie Naab.
Agenda:
Seaberg moved to approve the agenda for September 20, 2016 seconded by Halsey. All ayes motio n carried.
Presentations:
Jared Fluhr from MSA presented an update on the Bellingham Rd. Project. MSA is doing an analysis on repair/replacement option s. MSA has
completed a pavement evaluation to aid in the analysis in the different options. MSA is in th e process of summarizing their findings and preparing
cost estimates for each option. MSA’s findings will be presented at October 4, 2016 Council Meeting.
Minutes September 6, 2016:
Channon made a correction to the minutes from the meeting dated September 6, 2016. Under Agenda it was Hupp who moved to approve the agenda
not Channon. Under Public Communications there was an error that said R -IA and should have been R-1A. Under warrants it said Channon moved to
approve the warrants list seconded by Littrel. It was Halsey moved to approve the warrants list seconded by Channon. Halsey moved to approve the
minutes from the meeting dated September 6, 2016 seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: Seaberg – abstain, Littrel – aye, Halsey – aye, Channon – aye
motion carried.
Warrants:
Littrel moved to approve the warrants for September 20, 2016 seconded by Seaberg. All ayes motion carried.
CLAIMS LIST SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL
AAA Storage & RV Parking City Hall Storage Rental $75.00
Aflac Employee Insurance $151.72
Adel Wholesalers Inc. City Hall Repair $21.77
Advanced Business Systems City Hall Copier Expense $142.06
American Test Center F.D. Vehicle Maintenance $1,740.00
City Of Bettendorf F.D. Fuel $81.99
City of Davenport Sewer PYM To Davenport $5,805.95
Cribbs Landscaping Parks/City Hall Mowing $2,214.50
EFTPS Payroll Taxes $2,220.15
Ipers Ipers $1,138.95
Iowa One Call City Hall Misc. Expense $19.80
Iowa State University F.D. Training $300.00
K&K True Value Parks Misc. Expense $65.74
K&K True Value City Hall Maintenance $147.56
K&K True Value Streets Misc. Expense $27.98
K&K True Value F.D. Maintenance $21.85
Kirkwood Community College F.D. Training $60.00
Lowe’s Parks Maintenance $89.21
Lowe’s City Hall Maintenance $863.71
Lowe’s Streets Misc. Expense $47.23
Mediacom City Hall Internet $57.98
Medic F.D. EMT Training $1,500.00
N.J. Miller, Inc. Storm Sewer Catch Basin $9,750.00
PS3 Enterprises Parks Toilet Rental $273.00
Quad City Times & Journal Publishing $204.05
Republic Services Garbage Contract $3,193.32
S&W Manufacturing City Hall Post Box Repair $37.53
Sandry Fire Supply, LLC F.D. Uniforms $760.00
State Withholding Employee Withholding $699.00
Secretary of State City Hall Notary $30.00
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Trees Forever Backyard Forest Conference $30.00
Wells Fargo Parks Misc. Expense $42.00
Wells Fargo Parks Repair $106.85
Wells Fargo City Hall Postage $70.40
Wells Fargo City Hall Misc. Expense $46.00
Wells Fargo City Hall Supplies $498.49
Wells Fargo Streets Misc. Expense $32.00
Wells Fargo F.D. Maintenance $31.49
Wells Fargo F.D. Fuel $68.54
Wells Fargo F.D. Misc. Expense $47.34
Wells Fargo F.D. Supplies $193.08
Total General Expenses
$27,100.29
Total Sewer
$5,805.95
Total
$32,906.24
PAYROLL SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
Paula McIntosh $864.88 Cheryl Channon $691.62
Mary Frances Blevins $582.33 Doug Littrel $691.62
George Miller $311.97 Dean Halsey $691.62
Scharlott Blevins $385.33 George Seaberg $691.62
Linda Hupp $691.62 Sonya Paddock $748.54
Total Payroll $6,351.15
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
• Mayor Pro-Tem Channon presented the City of Riverdale, Iowa Cash Management Policy. In paragraph 2.4 it states “Amounts under
$1,000.00 should be maintained in the safe, locked file cabinet, locked cash box kept in file room. Council changed the amoun t to $200.00.
Paragraph 3.03 speaks of guidelines for frequency of deposits. It was, receipts of up to $500.00 were to be delivered to the bank within 5
business days and $500.00 or more within 2 business days. Council changed this to $200.00 for each of these. Littrel moved to approve
Resolution No. 2016-20 A Resolution Establishing A City Of Riverdale Cash Management Policy with the previous changes mentioned.
Seconded by Seaberg. All ayes motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2016- 20
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A CITY OF RIVERDALE CASH MANAGEMENT POLICY
WHEREAS, the City of Riverdale, Iowa (“City”) is a Municipal Corporation, organized and operating under the laws of the State of Iowa;
WHEREAS, the City Council has the right and obligation to adopt rules of procedure; and;
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to create a Cash Management Policy for the purpose of ensuring that sound business judgment is utilized in the
handling of revenue and cash transactions;
WHEREAS, the City will use the attached Cash Management Policies effective immediately;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa:
• Littrel moved to approve Resolution No. 2016-21 A Resolution Establishing A Change Fund Procedure Policy
seconded by Halsey. All ayes motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2016- 21
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A CHANGE FUND PROCEEDURE POLICY
WHEREAS, the City of Riverdale, Iowa (“City”) is a Municipal Corporation, organized and operating under the laws of the State of Iowa;
WHEREAS, the City Council has the right and obligation to adopt rules of procedure; and;
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to create a Change Fund Procedure Policy for the purpose of handling of currency transactions;
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the City will no longer make change for cash currency received. For those with active ac counts currency
will be received in exact change and the remaining balance credited to the customer’s account. Anyone paying cash that does n ot have an active account can
request a refund at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting. This policy will become effective November 1, 2016;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa:
• Mayor Pro-Tem Channon presented the Riverdale State Street Urban Renewal Report. Seaberg moved to approve the Urban Renewal
Report seconded by Halsey. All ayes motion carried.
• Halsey moved to approve the 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 2016-200 An Ordinance Amending The Code Of Ordinances Of The City Of
Riverdale, Iowa, By Amending Provisions Pertaining To Litter. Seconded by Littrel all ayes motion carr ied.
NEW BUSINESS:
• No action on repairing/replacing the basketball court at Peggy’s Park in Haven’s Acres. This item will be on the October 4, 2 016 agenda.
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• Halsey moved to allow Mayor and other Councilman to attend the Upper Mississippi River Conference seconded by Littrel. All ayes
motion carried. Mayor Paddock and Seaberg will be attending this conference.
• Halsey moved to approve for Mayor Paddock and Maintenance George Miller to attend the Backyard Forest Conference in Toddville , IA.
The cost is $15.00 per person. Seconded by Littrel. All ayes motion carried.
• Seaberg moved to hire Dad’s Stump Removal Service to grind 3 stumps near the fire station. Seconded by Halsey. All ayes motio n carried.
COMMUNICATION FROM THE COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS:
• Littrel stated there is a homeless person living in the woods on Scott Community College’s land. Littrel reported this at the last meeting
and the person is still there.
• Halsey moved to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. seconded by Littrel. All ayes motion carried.
Cheryl Channon, Mayor Pro-Tem Attested By: Paula McIntosh, City Clerk
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Council &Their Committee Appointments:
Sonya Paddock (355-6363) - Mayor
Cheryl Channon (332-4730)- Mayor ProTem, Contracts & Budget
Dean Halsey (355-2013) - Infrastructure, Parks & Safety
Linda Hupp (355-3386) - Parks, Contracts & Budget
Doug Littrel (209-7479) - Infrastructure, & NPDES Management,
George Seaberg (359-1835) - Safety, NPDES Management
Infrastructure
Lou Wren (355-1300) - Zoning Inspector. Please contact him
regarding any Construction projects.
City Hall (563)355-2511 e-mail: riverdale@mchsi.com
www.riverdaleIA.org
Financial Report for August 2016
August Beginning Balance = $ 1,089,314.24
August Ending Balance = $ 1,078,487.21
General Fund = $ 365,030.63
Special Revenue Fund = $ 113,380.05
Propriety (Sewer) Fund = $ 165,561.99
Capital Project Fund = $ 433,140.49
Debt Service = $ 1,374.05
TIF = $ 0.00
Total Monies = $ 1,078,487.21