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Home My Public Portal AboutJune 2017 RIVERDALE 2017 - 4th of JULY PARADE GRAND MARSHALLS: DEAN & JUDY HILES DEAN & JUDY HILES moved to Riverdale in July 1986. Dean grew up in La Plata, Missouri. Dean and Judy were high school sweethearts. They raised two children (Brian now living in Bloomington, Illinois, and Hilary who lives in Lakewood, Washington). They will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary next year. Dean attended a one room school house in Missouri. He was in the Air Force, stationed at Sunnyvale Air Force Base in Sunnyvale, California specializing in computers. Dean & Judy moved back to Missouri where Dean went to Truman College, again, specializing in computers. He worked at a hospital in Kirksville, MO as a computer programmer until 1986 when the hospital sold. The position of Information Technology Director at Mercy Hospital (now Genesis Health Systems) brought the family to the Quad Cities. Dean retired in 2013. Judy acquired a Nursing Degree and worked in that field at Genesis for 30 years until retirement in 2015. She now serves as parish nurse for Bettendorf Presbyterian Church. I asked Dale and Judy how they found out about our charming city - the answer not surprising. A bragging member of the Riverdale community, John Kempton, who was a colleague at Mercy Hospital, told Dean about Riverdale and that the Pleasant Valley School District was top notch. And the community was friendly! Although no houses were for sale at the time, Dean said he drove around “The Circle” every night looking for an available property. He and Judy then bought their current residence from the original owner. Dean and Judy said the reasons they chose Riverdale to reside in is: it is a quiet secluded hill, neighbors look out for each other, kids can play safely, no city lights, big yards, houses are far apart, community involvement, Riverdale’s five star volunteer fire department and you can see the stars at night! Judy and Dale have been active community residents volunteering for many activities through the years. They hosted or participated in the Pleasant Hills Christmas Caroling Groups and the “hot chocolate party in the former City Hall”. For several years they hosted the school campouts in the park and the Labor Day Block Party for 10 or 12 years. They chaired or assisted with the Easter Egg Hunt. They have for 17 years and still are currently compiling the Riverdale Calendar. Dean served on the City Council 1991-1994, during the time the present City Hall was being built. He has served on the Board of Adjustment Committee since 2006, now serving as Chair. He is a member of Data Processing Management Association and the Quad Cities British Car Club and owns ODH Consulting. His hobbies are woodworking, golfing and British Sports Cars. Judy served as one of the Chairpersons for the Riverdale Golden Jubilee in 2000 and volunteered on the 4th of July Committee for 28 years, serving as the Chair through 2014. Judy’s hobbies include: gardening, cooking, knitting, sewing, painting china, reading historical books, and volunteering for church activities. She is a member of Beta Sigma Phi. She and Dean are members of the Second Saturday Club. They are outstanding gardeners and neighbors. Compiled by Cheyenne Griswold FFrroomm tthhee CCiittyy ooff RRiivveerrddaallee 556633--335555--22551111 wwwwww..rruuvveerrddaakkeeIIAA..oorrgg rriivveerrddaallee@@mmcchhssii..ccoomm 111100 MMaannoorr DDrriivvee RRiivveerrddaallee,, IIAA 5522772222 JJuunnee 22001177 Public Hearing July 11th, 2017 6:30 p.m. For the purpose of hearing Citizens opinions on the City paying for an Annual Firefighter Appreciation Dinner. Written comments “for” or “against” are welcomed. . SCHEDULE TUESDAY – JULY 4TH Riverdale July 4th 2017 Celebration 12:00 to 4:00 PM Parking available at Riverdale City Hall and Alcoa Learning Center. 12:30 PM Parade Line Up Strollers, Bicycles, Garden Tractors, Antique Cars and Floats are welcome. Please NO ATV’s or motorized skate boards. (NO DECORATIONS PROVIDED) 1:00 PM National Anthem played by Jeff Struve The Big Parade !!! Please avoid parking cars in the street during this time. Parking is available at City Hall, or Alcoa Learning Center, both front and back parking lots. NO PARKING IN FIRE DEPARTMENT PARKING LOT Noon to 1:00 PM Bring your blanket, lawn chairs and lunch to the Parks to enjoy a picnic! Noon to 3:00 PM Music in Volunteer Square Park – Provided by “Jeff Struve” Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. 1:00 to 3:00 PM ICE CREAM SOCIAL – Ice Cream Tent in Volunteer Square Park Residents are asked to donate fruit pies, cookies or cupcakes for the ice cream social. (Please NO CREAM PIES.) Water is free. Ice Cream with dessert is free. 1:00 to 3:00 PM Entertainment Water Slide Jumping House Baseball Throw The Joust 1:00 to 3:00 PM Photo “ShutterBooth” – Take a picture of yourself and a friend or two. 2:00 to 4:00 PM Riverdale Free Throw Contest (9 Classes) – Prizes 3:00 PM Annual Water Spray provided by the Riverdale Fire Department Wear your swimsuit and meet at the old basketball concrete pad. • Portable Toilets are located in Bicentennial Park & Volunteer Square Park. • Handicap Parking available in Bicentennial Parking Lot For Handicap Only. (Look for signs.) 4th of July VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED PLEASE CALL Scharlott Blevins 355-2511 3 RIVERDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, JUNE 6, 2017- RIVERDALE CITY HALL Mayor Sonya Paddock opened the regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. Council Roll Call: Present: Cheryl Channon, Linda Hupp, George Seaberg, Doug Littrel, Dean Halsey Other Attendees: George Miller-Maintenance, Floyd Bruns-Fire Chief, Christian Cooper of MSA and Tim Long. Also Lois Kempton, Dallas Paustian, Teri Stickler, Steve Townsend and Jim Beran. Mayor Paddock led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Mayor Paddock asked Council to remove from the Consent Agenda the Minutes for the May 16, 2017 Minutes and the Financial Report and place them in the Agenda for further discussion. Motion by Channon seconded by Seaberg to approve the AGENDA. All Ayes, MOTION CARRIED. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 1. Approval Of Council Minutes For May 23, 2017 2. Approval Of Warrants For June 6, 2017 3. Approval of George Miller Attended 2017 Iowa Streets And road Workshop And Conference September 19th in Ames. MOTION by Channon, seconded by Hupp to approve the CONSENT AGENDA items. Roll Call: Channon-aye, Hupp-aye, Seaberg-aye, Littrel-aye, Halsey-aye. MOTION CARRIED. CORRECTION TO THE MINUTES FOR May 16, 2017: UNFINISHED BUSINESS No. 6 should read as follows: “Motion by Hupp, Seconded by Halsey to purchase re-useable signs and cover expenses not to exceed $200.00.” MOTION by Halsey, seconded by Hupp to approve the May 16, 2017 Minutes as corrected. Roll Call: Channon-aye, Hupp-aye, Halsey-aye, Seaberg-abstained, Littrel-abstained. MOTION CARRIED. FINANCIAL REPORT: Channon inquired about the interest not showing for IPAIT on the March and April 2017 BALANCE SHEETS. MOTION by Channon, Seconded by Hupp to approve the BALANCE SHEETS with the exception of March and April. All Ayes, MOTION CARRIED. CLAIMS LIST JUNE 6, 2017 VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL American Water Monthly Water Useage $116.82 Century Link Monthly Telephone Service $200.36 Cribbs Landscaping Monthly Lawn Mowing $2,214.50 George Miller Street Maintenance $12.83 Hopkins & Huebner Legal Fees $6,568.11 Integrated Solutions Computer License Renewal $134.25 Iowa American Water Monthly Utilities $298.43 Mid-American Energy Co. Monthly Service $1,166.82 Midland Communications Telephone Repair $340.00 Myra Halsey Janitorial $374.86 PS3 Enterprises, Inc. Portable Toilets $109.28 Tri-City Blacktop UPM Cold Patch $199.20 Verizon City Hall Cell Phones $103.96 Total General $11,722.60 Sewer $116.82 TOTAL $11,839.42 PAYROLL JUNE 6, 2017 Mary Frances Blevins $1,037.66 George Miller $487.45 Ronald E. Fullerlove $1,086.34 Total Payroll: $2611.45 4 PRESENTATIONS: Christian Cooper of MSA presented updates on the Welch Farm Subdivision Engineering Review, the Joint Sewer Commission, the Warning Siren Application, the NPDES Permit Administration, the Valley Drive Drainage. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COUNCIL: Jim Beran presented the Garage Sale Sign and Newspaper Ad and stated there are at least 14 people interested in the sale from all areas of Riverdale. He presented the bills for the Sale. He briefly spoke on the water issue on Valley Drive. He asked Council for the possibility of a truckload of dirt for driveway settlement for the areas needing it. Dallas Paustian inquired about concrete, curb and road issues in Haven’s Acres. He expressed concern about the mowing company. Mayor Paddock stated it is on tonight’s Agenda. Halsey will call Cribbs regarding the issue. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 5. Discussion regarding changing Locks on City Hall and updating Key Card Software. Mayor Paddock requested 5 bids with 3 returned. Mayor Paddock entertained a motion to adopt Proposal #’s 1, 2 and 3 Bid of Nightwatch Security Services, Inc. pending the release from Per Mar on the current Maintenance Agreement. MOTION by Seaberg, Seconded by Littrel. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Paddock will inquire with Bettendorf Lock regarding changing the City Hall locks. 6. Mayor Paddock reported on the 4th of July Celebration to occur from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Six or seven people have volunteered. Cheyenne Griswold will Chair the Parade which will start at 11:30 a.m. Karen Hanna will Chair the Ice Cream Social. George Seaberg will Chair the Basketball Throw. The Fire Department will do the Annual Water Spray. Other items for the event include: Jumpin Joey-same items as last year; the Shutter Booth; Jeff Struve will play music CD’s during the event. The residents are asked to donate cakes, pies, cookies, brownies, etc. for the Ice Cream Social. MOTION by Hupp, Seconded by Littrel to approve Dean and Judy Hiles as this year’s Grand Marshalls. All Ayes. MOTION CARRIED. 7. MOTION by Seaberg, Seconded by Littrel to accept the Bid of $34,128.00 from Walter D. Laud, Inc. for removal and replacement of curb and gutters. NEW BUSINESS: 8. At the request of the interviewee for City Administrator 9. MOTION by Hupp, Seconded by Littrel to enter into CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO IOWA CODE SEC. 21.5(1)(I), To Evaluate The Professional Competency Of An Individual Whose Appointment, Hiring, Performance Or Discharge Is Being Considered When Necessary To Prevent Needless and Irreparable Injury To that Individual’s Reputation and that Individual Requests A Closed Session at 8:00 p.m. ALL AYES, MOTION CARRIED. RECONVENED IN OPEN SESSION AT 8:10 P.M. 10. MOTION by Seaberg, Seconded by Halsey to allow the purchase of Street Sweeper Equipment not to exceed $2,500.00. All Ayes, MOTION CARRIED. 11. MOTION by Channon, Seconded by Seaberg to allow the Change Order #5 MRT Phase II. All Ayes. MOTION CARRIED. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Hupp reported on purchasing trees with the “Trees Please” Grant with help from Judy Hiles. Halsey requested the Sheriff be asked to patrol the parks after 10:00 P.M. due to several people in the parks at late hours. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS: Mayor Paddock showed Council the damaged mail and asked to purchase a new mail box. MOTION by Halsey, Seconded by Seaberg to purchase a new mail box. All Ayes, MOTION CARRIED. George Seaberg reported that it was D-Day 73 years ago today – not to be forgotten. Mayor Paddock reported she has a new grandbaby who was born today named Iris Emily Paddock. Congratulations given. 5 ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Halsey, Seconded by Seaberg to adjourn the meeting. All Ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m Sonya Paddock, Mayor Attested By: Scharlott Blevins, Administrative Assistant RIVERDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, JUNE 20, 2017- RIVERDALE CITY HALL UNOFFICIAL MINUTES Mayor Sonya Paddock opened the regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. Council Roll Call: Present: Cheryl Channon, Linda Hupp, George Seaberg, Doug Littrel, Dean Halsey Other Attendees: Nick Wagner and Christian Cooper of MSA; George Miller; Dallas Paustian; Cheyenne Griswold; and Mark Griswold. Mayor Paddock led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Mayor Paddock reported that sufficient information was not available for discussion on Items 6 and 9 on the pre-printed agenda. Motion by Channon, Seconded by Littrel to remove items 6 and 9 from agenda. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. Motion by Channon, seconded by Littrel to approve the amended agenda. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 1. Approval Of Council Minutes For June 6, 2017 2. Approval Of Warrants For June 20, 2017 3. Approval Of Financial Reports 4. Approval Of Mayor Attending FEMA Region VII Grant Writing Skills For AFG Program In Kansas City, Missouri, July 12 And July 13, 2017 5. Approval Of City Clerk Attending Hopkins & Huebner’s 2nd Annual Employment Law Seminar In Des Moines, Iowa, Wednesday August 9, 2017 Items 1 and 2 were removed from the Consent agenda due to changes needed to be made. Motion by Littrel, seconded by Halsey to approve consent agenda items 3, 4, and 5. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. Consent Agenda item 1. Comment was made by Channon of two spelling errors in the published minutes and that the words “for City Administrator” need to be added to New Business item 8 for clarification purposes. Motion by Channon, seconded byLittrel to approve the June 6, 2017 minutes as corrected. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED. Consent Agenda item 2. Mayor Paddock stated that the payment due to Advanced Systems by August 4, 2017 will be held until further work was completed by their technicians. Motion by Halsey, seconded by Channon to approve Warrants for June 20, 2017 less Advanced Systems, Inc. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. CLAIMS LIST JUNE 20, 2017 VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL AAA Storage & Rental Monthly Rental $75.00 Advanced Business Systems Copier $127.22 Advanced Systems, Inc. Laserfisch Support (Not Approved This Council meeting) $2,046.00 American Water Meter Reading Service $15.36 City of Bettendorf Charges For Salt Usage 2016-2017 $6,800.82 City of Davenport April Sewer Treatment $3,443.98 Crown Trophy Trophies $336.90 Integrated Solutions Symantek Endpoint Install $165.00 6 Iowa Association of Municipal Affiliate Dues 2017-2018 $336.00 Iowa One Call Underground Location Service $32.40 Jim Beran Community Yard Sale $196.63 Jumpin Joey’s 4th of July $540.00 K&K True Value Hardware Misc Expense $242.56 M&M Golf Cars 4th of July $85.00 Mediacom Monthly Internet $63.02 MSA Hazardous Weather Siren $15,066.85 Picture You Events 4th of July $595.00 Postmaster Newsletters $300.00 Quad City Times & Journal Publishing $198.47 Republic Services Garbage Contract 3,193.32 Treasurer State of Iowa Sewer Sales Tax 356.78 Shive Hattery MRT Phase II $12,176.24 Toyne, Inc. #7 Auto Eject $244.76 Valley Construction Final Estimate #11 MRT $8,000 Total General $23,618.95 Road Use Tax $6,732.00 Capital Reserve $20,176.24 Sewer $4,110.12 TOTAL $54,637.31 PAYROLL JUNE 20, 2017 Mary Frances Blevins $ 657.50 George Miller $ 554.75 Ronald E. Fullerlove $ 721.40 Scharlott A. Blevins $ 602.95 Sonya Paddock $ 749.38 Linda Hupp $ 691.62 Cheryl Channon $ 691.62 Dean Halsey $ 691.62 George Seaberg $ 691.62 Doug Littrel $ 691.62 Total Payroll: $ 6,744.08 PRESENTATIONS: Nick Wagner of MSA presented a project update on work being done which included the Welch Farm Subdivision Engineering Review, and the NPDES Permit Administration. Mr. Seaberg excused himself from the meeting at 7:15 PM due to illness. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COUNCIL: Cheyenne Griswold stated that the Fourth of July Parade was going to start at 1 PM, with line-up at 12:30 PM. George Miller stated that the water spray was to be held at 3 PM. Dallas Paustian made comment that he felt the curb work in Havens Acres was sub-standard, and that the work being done will require backfilling and pothole repair. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 6. Discussion And Possible Action On Hiring Company To Remove The Basketball Court Concrete In Haven’s Acres. Removed from Agenda. 7. Discussion And Possible Action On Railroad Safety Event. Discussion pursued relative to age groups and date. It was agreed that the event would be held for only one group, and that the projected date was August 12, 2017 at 10 AM., and will be held in Haven’s Acres Park. Donuts would be provided. NEW BUSINESS: 8. Discussion And Possible Action On Final Pay Application #11 For MRT. Motion by Channon, seconded by Littrell to approve payment of Application # 11 for MRT as listed in the warrants in the consent agenda. 7 9. Discussion And Possible Action On Insurance Policy And Agent Recommendation And Changes To Insurance. Removed from Agenda. 10. Discussion And Possible Action On Rekey All Locks At City Hall. It was reported that Bettendorf Locks will re-key all locks for $525.00. New keys will cost $2.25 each. Motion by Halsey, seconded by Hupp to approve the re-keying of the City Hall locks and the purchase of the required number of new keys. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. 11. Disscussion An Possible Action On RESOLUTION # 2017-19, RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYMENT OF OUTSTANDING INVOICES AFTER THE JUNE 20, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING AND BEFORE JULY 1, 2017 (THE END OF THE FISCAL YEAR). BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, that any outstanding invoices of budgeted items that come to the clerk’s office following the meeting of June 20, 2017 but before July 1, 2017 (the end of the fiscal year) be approved for payment. Motion by Hupp, seconded by Littrell to approve Resolution 2017-19. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. 12. Disscussion And Possible Action On Putting Haven’s Acres Street Repairs Up For Bids. Motion by Halsey, seconded by Littrel to have MSA develop a set of bid specifications for the Haven’s Acres street repair. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. Motion by Hupp, seconded by Halsey for George Miller to contact Tri-City Blacktop to do backfill work on the residence side of the new curbwork being done, and to repair major damage being done to residential driveways as appropriate. 13. Disscussion And Possible Action On RESOLUTION 3 2017-21, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFERS OF FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017. RESOLUTION CORRECTING ACCOUNTING LEDGER OMISSION CONCERNING BUDGETED TRANSFERS WHEREAS, the City Council budgeted $60,000 in transfers for Fiscal Year 2017; and WHEREAS, the City Clerk/Treasurer has determined those transfers never took place; and WHEREAS, this omission can be corrected by transferring $20,000 from 121-000-1110 LOCAL OPTION Checking account to the 301- 000-1110 CAPITAL RESERVE Checking; and WHEREAS, the second omission can be corrected by transferring $40,000 from 121-000-1110 LOCAL OPTION Checking account to the 001-000-1110 GENERAL FUND Checking account NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Riverdale, Iowa authorizes the transfer to correct th e ledger omission by transferring $60,000 from the 121-000-1110 LOCAL OPTION Checking account to $20,000 to 301-301-000-1110 CAPITAL PROJECTS Checking account and $40,000 to 001-000-1110 GENERAL FUND Checking account. This Resolution shall take immediate effect. Motion by Halsey, seconded by Littrel to approve Resolution 2017-21. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Linda Hupp reported that four (4) trees had been planted as planned, and that she wanted the City Council to extend hearty thanks to Judy Hiles for her work on this project. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS: George Miller reported that the City was in need of Grazon week killer It is purchased from River Valley Coop at a cost of $97.60 for two (2) gallons. He stated the Coop does not accept credit cards, but only cash or check. Motion by Channon, seconded by Halsey to approve check payment of $97.60 to purchase the weed killer. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. George Miller also reported that the City was in need of a new metal detector/utility locator and requested it be placed on a future agenda. ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Halsey, seconded by Littrel to adjourn. ALL AYES. MOTION CARRRIED. Meeting adjourned at 8 PM. Sonya Paddock, Mayor Attested By: Ronald E. Fullerlove, City Clerk 8 City of Riverdale 110 Manor Drive Riverdale, Iowa 52722 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID BETTENDORF, IA PERMIT NO. 28 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 www.RiverdaleIA.org Financial Report for May 2017 May Beginning Balance = $ 1,648,523.24 May Ending Balance = $ 1,356,630.29 General Fund = $ 509,123.94 Special Revenue Fund = $ 263,038.52 Propriety (Sewer) Fund = $ 114,509.63 Capital Project Fund = $ 468,547.19 Debt Service = $ 733.84 TIF = $ 677.17 Total Monies = $ 1,356,630.29 Council Meetings will now be held at 7pm the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the Month starting in July