Minutes-07/13/2011

Motion made by Weipert and seconded by Ball to authorize City Engineer office to provide estimate for retention pond work. Three Ayes and absent Gericke and Petersen. Engineer Doug Frederick reported on Iowa Department of Transportation progress on design review for Ireland Avenue Extension Project. Attorney Steve Greenleaf reported on progress of property appraisals for project. Discussion held on possible closing date and extending vacate date with property owner of Tiffin Locker and adjoining property.Report updated on progress of tree and, city owned house removals. Tree removal proposals will be reviewed possibly contract awarded at special meeting on July 27, 2011. and Reported that Asbestos Inspection to be completed by end of July 2011, so testing, if necessary, will be completed, to allow removal of houses. Motion by Weipert and seconded by Ball to read Resolution 2011- 32 by title only. Motion made by Council person Weipert and seconded by Council person Ball to approve Resolution 2011- 32 Award Trails Phase Four DOT Contract to Metro Paving. Three Ayes and absent Gericke and Petersen. Reported that Rolling Hills Part Four punch list not yet completed and Project Manager contacted to mow tall grass. Mayor Phillips reported Tiffin Community Fund received $ 500 donation for picnic shelters from Grace United Methodist Church. Council persons appointed to represent the City on the Springmier Library Board reported that representatives will be present at Johnson County Fair. Inquiries were made of Budget surplus of Springmier Library reported by Johnson County Supervisor' s Office. Engineer reported that street and storm water damages in Deer View were resolved by contractors in compliance of Maintenance Bonds. Motion made by Weipert and seconded by Ball to approve and direct City Clerk to obtain proposals for 2011 Street and Curb Repairs as presented by Public Works and per estimates recommended by Engineer' s Office. Discussion held on requirement of Zoning Ordinance for five year maintenance bond. Discussion held on Water Well Motor damage. Justin Meade from Engineer' s Office reported on inspections of water well and additional testing. Mayor pro tern Chris Ball reported on approval of ISU Graduate program to improve city web site, facebook site, and RAGBRI visitors to the city on July 29, 2011. It was reported that additional portable restrooms will be placed in park area to assist with expected pass through crowds. Mayor Phillips recommended further discussion be held' at July 27, 2011 Work Session for Water Tower financing. Mayor Phillips and Council person Ball reported on Metro Planning Organization future city projects denied funding in current planning cycle. Motion by Weipert and seconded by Ball fo . djournment at 8: 50pm. Attest: Royce Phillips, Mayor: V V by: Ruth Demuth, City Cler Tr