Minutes-04/09/2014

b. Resolution 2014-049 Authorizing Hart Frederick to design and cost estimates for sewer to Bella Sala, Hickory Knoll and the remainder of Jasper Ave/South Park Rd. Mayor Berner indicated that this would be an addition to the sanitary sewer that we will provide for the school. It is not included in the Capital Improvement Plan budget and would be an extra expense of about $300-$400K. Mayor Berner does not support it. Upton and Ryan indicated this is a great idea, but not cost effective at this time. Council members agreed and no action was taken. c. Resolution 2014-050 Supporting the Application of RISE Grant from the IA DOT. Motion by Upton, Seconded by Bartels. Discussion: None. Roll Call: Kahler, Ryan, Petersen, Bartels and Upton. Nays: None. Resolution approved. d. Resolution 2014-051 Authorizing to Sign Easements Agreements with the School District. Attorney Michaelis indicated this is for the NW corner of the school property being purchased for use by Prairie Trail West. There are some changes being presented by the school for the utility easement. Rather than give easement to the utility companies, it is being provided to the City. As such, liability will remain with the city. Michael said we may have a hold harmless agreement with the utility companies in our franchise agreements, but he needs time to obtain and review them. Motion by Ryan to amend resolution to add language “if approved by the city attorney including determination of hold harmless agreements with all franchisees.” Seconded by Kahler. Ryan withdrew his motion. Ryan to motion to adjourn, second by Bartels. All Ayes. e. Appointment of Jones to Zoning Board of Adjustment. Motion to approve by Upton, seconded by Kahler. No discussion. All ayes. Appointment approved. f. Discussion and possible action for 470 Roberts Ferry Rd. Seller did not accept counter offer. Offer is off the table. No action required. g. Discussion and possible action realignment of Kansas Ave. Motion by Kahler, seconded by Upton. Council recommends that the IDOT re-align so that Park Road FKA Jasper Ave continues South along the quarter section line which would include realigning the bridge, then straight east along that section line to a curve that meets the original Kansas Avenue. Mayor Berner has an aerial view that we will send with the recommendation. All ayes. h. Discussion and possible action Splash Pad. Ryan motioned to advertise and seek bids; seeking separate bids for concrete and plumbing for splash pad. Seconded by Petersen. Council would like it bid as shown for the baseball them, with separate options to add plumbing valves for an additional water gun and possible alternate equipment. All Ayes. Action passed. Council members request agenda item next meeting for new aerial photographs of town. Motion made by Ryan, and seconded by Upton to adjourn at 8:36 PM. Carried Unanimously. ______________________________ ______________________________ Michon Jackson, City Clerk/Administrator Steven L. Berner, Mayor April 8, 2014