Minutes-4 /10/1985

Minutes - April 10, 1985 aye; Morgan, aye; Runge, ave; Spivey, aye; Stevens, aye. Carried unanimously. Council set dat for public hearing to amend late fees for water and sewer payments for Wednesday, May 8, 1985 during regular meeting. Council set date for special meeting to form park commission for Wednesday, May 1, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at fire station. Mayor reported on proposals from Perry Beckler and Bill Bream for sale or lease of land near railroad tracks. Council consensus not to pursue idea due to expense and other more pressing interests. Engineer Snyders reported that he will talk with contractor tomorrow about finishing site work at water tower. Snyders also outlined retainer agreement with City - attend six meetings per year, update zoning maps and answer general engineering questions. Council was in agreement with this. Morgan reported that Iowa Interstate Railroad answered her letter by stating that the train speed through Tiffin does not need review. Council directed Morgan to direct Ralph Brown to take down "Tiffin" signs at city limits which are in bad shape. Potterfield asked for building permit. Council could not act on request since it was not an agenda. Will put on agenda on May first. Motion Spivey second Stevens to approve clerk-treasurer's reports. Carried unanimously. Motion Morgan second Stevens to approve bills and accept receipts. Carried unanimously. Motion Cox second Stevens to adjourn at 8:35 p.m. Carried unanimously. GLENN R. POTTER, MAYOR ADELIA S. KERN, CLERK-TREASURER