1970–1979: water on tap, a pond, a charter and a zoning map

“As the representative for the Farmer's Home Administration, Mr. Tometich purchased the bonds. The FHA was the only bidder.” (document 3233, p. 1)

“as a special meeting to receive bids on $108,000 worth of revenue bonds.” (document 3233, p. 1)

“As the representative for the Farmer's Home Administration, Mr. Tometich purchased the bonds. The FHA was the only bidder.” (document 3233, p. 1)

“The purpose of this meeting was for Mr. Tometich and Mr. Cook of the FHA to explain to the Council more on the water system and about the loan closing, which was December 16.” (document 3228, p. 1)

“He also said the Town should invest the remaining funds from the initial $108,000 deposit in either time certificates or certificates of deposit.” (document 3228, p. 1)

“In Ordinance #62, Section 3, it says that after the contractor goes and lays the pipe past a person's house then the hook on fee is $100.” (document 3228, p. 1)

“Mr. Andrews reported they are almost finished with the standpipe tank.” (document 3223, p. 1)

“Chalupka's work is 42% completed and Goerdt's is 33% done.” (document 3221, p. 1)

“Ned Allen made the motion to pay Clear Creek School $50 for the lease from July 1, 1970- July 1, 1971.” (document 3221, p. 1)

“OLD BUSINESS: Water: Mayor reported that the price Clyde Woolf asks for the property tentatively located for the water tower is quite a bit beyond what is budgeted, so on the basis of this price, the original proposed site on the school property was arbitrarily decided upon.” (document 3271, p. 1)

“Three possibilities for acquiring the site from the school were brought out: (1) to dispose of school property, it must be appraised, published in the paper two consecutive weeks, open bids in another two weeks; (2) condemn the land; this would also be time-consuming; (3) obtain a 99 year lease; Mayor will call the Des Moines FHA office to see if they will approve the lease plan, since it would be the fastest.” (document 3269, p. 2)

“Meardon about it, explaining that the school board felt that the leased site was the best place for the water tower.” (document 3265, p. 1)

“It was suggested that the Town look into buying the land from the school that we are now leasing.” (document 3218, p. 1)

“In the agreement with the school on the water lease it states there is to be a fence around the standpipe.” (document 3215, p. 1)

“The Gas Company is in Town and should be finished in three weeks.” (document 3215, p. 1)

“Purpose of this meeting was to meet with the FHA, the engineer, and the contractors to accept the water system.” (document 3214, p. 1)

“Reed said the FHA is willing to pay the $1000 for the tank site” (document 3213, p. 2)

“Ned Allen made the motion to pass a resolution putting in a bid for $1000 to purchase the water tower site.” (document 3212, p. 1)

“Ned Allen made the motion to pass a resolution putting in a bid for $1000 to purchase the water tower site.” (document 3212, p. 1)

“I consider it a privilege and it was quite a thrill to be able to pull my chair up to the table and sign those "water bonds" after so many of you had worked so hard and for such a long time.” (document 3207, p. 1)

“Ted Spivey made a motion to hold Council Meetings on the first Wednesday of each month at the City Water Plant.” (document 4673, p. 1)

“Letter read from the State Department of Health notifying the Mayor and Council that Ralph Brown has successfully completed the requirements for certifications as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator-Grade II, Plant Grade II and Water Treatment Plant Operator-Grade I, PlantI.” (document 4653, p. 1)

Transcription: page reads "PlantI"; quote kept as transcribed

“The purpose of this ordinance is to establish a minimum monthly water rate for each family or residential or dwelling or living unit located on any premises in Tiffin, Iowa.” (document 4667, p. 2)

“a charge of $25.00 will be made for reconnection of water service and the connections will not be made until after all delinquent bills and other charges, if any, owed by the customer to the municipality, have been paid. The City may also require a deposit of $100.00 at the time of reconnection.” (document 4721, p. 1)

“Also, the Mayor will seek more information with regard to the location of a supposed capped water well on railroad property.” (document 4580, p. 4)

“Formanek moved to accept a lease on property from the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Co. upon compliance with requests for a more defined plat description.” (document 4568, p. 3)

“Formanek moved to accept the lease agreement with the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Co., subject to approval by the City Attorney.” (document 4560, p. 3)

“accept the lease agreement with the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific” (document 4561, p. 3)

“Miller Well Digging Co. has pumped at the leased well site the past week.” (document 4558, p. 6)

“Janssen will call Latta & Sons to see if they will evaluate the leased well, since there has been no response from Miller Well Diggers.” (document 4544, p. 5)

“Ralph Brown will call Miller Well-Diggers to request removal of their equipment in the well on leased railroad property.” (document 4532, p. 5)

“Discussion followed involving plans for a large water meter, cost approximately $800.00, for the Scheetz Mobile Home Park, and tentative plans for activating the well on leased railroad property, supplying power to the well and running water lines to the water building.” (document 4563, p. 5)

“Discussion followed involving plans for a large water system, cost approximately $200,000, for the Roberts Mobile Home Park, and locating plans for activating the well on Ivesel railroad property, providing water to the well and running water lines to the city building.” (document 4564, p. 5)

Transcription: the second copy of these minutes (doc 4564) reads "large water system, cost approximately $200,000" and different place names; see contradictions

“Discussion followed involving plans for a large water system, cost approximately $200,000, for the Roberts Mobile Home Park, and locating plans for activating the well on Ivesel railroad property, providing water to the well and running water lines to the city building.” (document 4564, p. 5)

“Discussion followed involving plans for a large water meter, cost approximately $800.00, for the Scheetz Mobile Home Park, and tentative plans for activating the well on leased railroad property, supplying power to the well and running water lines to the water building.” (document 4563, p. 5)

Transcription: differs from doc 4563 (water meter, $800.00); one copy is likely mis-transcribed; neither is corrected here

“Sheridan also requested that Council consider the possibility of fluoridation of the City water supply.” (document 4573, p. 5)

“Council approved the drawing of an ordinance for adding a fluoridation system to the City water system.” (document 4534, p. 6)

“Sheridan motioned, Potter seconded for adoption of Ordinance 75-1978, authorizing fluoridation of public water supply” (document 4532, p. 3)

“The (Water Department) of the City of Tiffin, Iowa is directed to install said equipment and to operate the same for the addition and supplementing of fluoride in continuous and controlled amounts to the public water supply of the City of Tiffin, Iowa,” (document 4723, p. 2)

“Motion to approve Zimmer & Francescon to supply Tiffin with fluoridation equipment made by Potter.” (document 4519, p. 2)

“Dale Flansburg made the motion to lower the rates of the Lark and Tiffin Locker by reducing the number of units of each business by 40%. This will now give the Lark 12 units and the Locker units and is effective for the year 1970 only.” (document 3229, p. 1)

“The council discussed contacting Coralville to see if they would be interested in taking care of the Tiffin sewer plant.” (document 4678, p. 1)

“Bill Bream made a motion to hire Ralph Brown full time at $135 a week, to include School Crossing Patrol, maintainence of sewer plant, meter reading and general street maintainence, etc.” (document 4670, p. 1)

“Bill Bream made a motion to hire Ralph Brown full time at $135 a week, to include School Crossing Patrol, maintainence of sewer plant, meter reading and general street maintainence, etc.” (document 4670, p. 1)

“Discussion: Lagoon System- 1 acre lagoon needed now.” (document 4656, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter made a motion to sign contract with Hawkeye Engineering Co. for purposes of updating Towns' Sewer System, after Att. Neuzil has read contract and advises Council.” (document 4655, p. 1)

“To pay Hawkeye Engineering $1056.72—40% of total bill due with Federal Revenue Sharing Funds after the 1st of April. Funds are presently invested.” (document 4648, p. 3)

“Ted Spivey made a motion to pass a resolution to authorize the filing of an application with the Environment Protection Agency, USA, for a Grant under the Water Pollution Control Act.” (document 4645, p. 1)

Transcription: page reads "Environment Protection Agency"

“(Grant request $22,500.)” (document 4646, p. 1)

“He brought an application to be signed for Federal Aid, with the Environment Protection Agency, USA for a Grant under the Water Pollution Control Act. (To file an application on behalf of Town of Toffin with the US Government for a grant in aid in the construction of an Effluent Holding Pond and Sludge Drying Ponds.)” (document 4646, p. 1)

“(Grant request $22,500.)” (document 4646, p. 1)

“Ralph Brown, Public Works Director reported the Effluent Pond project is completed.” (document 4615, p. 1)

“AN ORDINANCE authorizing the issuance of $31,000 Sewer Bonds and providing for the levy of taxes to pay the same.” (document 4717, p. 1)

“adjourned to conduct business pertaining to the issuance of bonds for the Effluent Pond Project: Bill Bream introduced and caused to be read an ordinance to provide for the payment of $31,000 Sewer Bonds and to dispense with the three hearings normally required for such an ordinance.” (document 4613, p. 3)

“AN ORDINANCE authorizing the issuance of $31,000 Sewer Bonds and providing for the levy of taxes to pay the same.” (document 4717, p. 1)

“Neuzil advises that the Hawkeye Engineering Co. recommends the final bill for the Effluent pond construction, $1000.00 for seeding, be paid to Krapfl-Prier Co.” (document 4591, p. 5)

“recommends the final bill for the Effluent pond construction, $1000.00 for seeding” (document 4592, p. 5)

“The newly elected mayor, council, and clerk were sworn in. Newly appointed officers are: Edna Miller- Treasurer, DeWaine Slade- Marshall, Ted Spivey- Mayor Pro-Tem, Glenn Potter- Street Commissioner, and Kandy Kobold, Clerk.” (document 3230, p. 1)

“Neuzil read a letter from Mayor Bream submitting his resignation as Mayor.” (document 4693, p. 1)

“It was discussed that Ted Spivey can't be mayor since he is Justice of the Peace.” (document 3213, p. 2)

“Dale Flansburg was sworn in as new mayor.” (document 3212, p. 2)

“Kandy Kobold was sworn into office to complete the term of Jerry Michel.” (document 4685, p. 1)

“Ted Spivey made a motion to accept resignations from Councilmen Bill Bream and Don Davis.” (document 4655, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter moved to adopt a resolution electing to act under and be subject to certain divisions and parts of divisions of the city code of Iowa known as the Home Rule Act, Chapter 1088 of the acts of the 64th Iowa General Assembly (1972).” (document 4640, p. 1)

“The form of government of City of Tiffin, Iowa, is the Mayor-Council form of government.” (document 4719, p. 1)

“The council consists of five (5) councilmen elected at large, for terms of two (2) years. SECTION 6. Term of Mayor. The mayor is elected for a term of two (2) years.” (document 4719, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter moved to have the first reading of Ordinance No. 68, said ordinance adopting a charter for the City of Tiffin, Iowa, embodying the existing form of government on August 1, 1973.” (document 4641, p. 1)

“AN ORDINANCE authorizing the issuance of $31,000 Sewer Bonds and providing for the levy of taxes to pay the same.” (document 4717, p. 1)

“Smith made the motion to create the office of City Clerk-Treasurer and naming the duties of the office as Ordinance #71.” (document 4600, p. 2)

“ORDINANCE NO. 74 AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE OFFICE OF CITY CLERK - TREASURER AND NAMING THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE.” (document 4720, p. 1)

“There is hereby created the office of City Clerk-Treasurer to be appointed by the city council at the first meeting of January following a regular city election for a two-year term commencing on that date” (document 4720, p. 1)

“ORDINANCE NO. 74 AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE OFFICE OF CITY CLERK - TREASURER AND NAMING THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE.” (document 4720, p. 1)

“Smith made the motion to create the office of City Clerk-Treasurer and naming the duties of the office as Ordinance #71.” (document 4600, p. 2)

Transcription: the register files this document as ordinance 71; the page heading prints No. 74

“Smith moved and Potter seconded to appoint Beverly Birtcher Clerk-Treasurer, serving until January 1, 1976.” (document 4596, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter made a motion to accept Beverly Birtcher's resignation from the City Council effective May 8, 1975.” (document 4606, p. 6)

“Smith moved to read Ordinance #70 establishing official posting places to publish and place notices and ordinances at Tiffin City Hall, Frank's Service, Inc., Slim's Tavern and Plansburg's Hardware.” (document 4600, p. 1)

“Smith moved to read Ordinance #70 establishing official posting places to publish and post notices and ordinances at the Tiffin City Hall, Frank's Service, Inc., Slim's Tavern and Flansburg Hardware.” (document 4601, p. 4)

Transcription: this copy reads "Plansburg's Hardware"; the second copy (doc 4601 p4) reads "Flansburg Hardware"

“Roger Janssen made a motion to renew the lease for the City Hall subject to the same terms as previous lease.” (document 4615, p. 1)

“The Tiffin City Council met in regular session on November 9, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. in the Clear Creek School Board Room.” (document 4541, p. 3)

“Council will meet in the School Board room effective at the December Regular meeting.” (document 4520, p. 3)

“Ned Allen made the motion to raise the Clerk's wages to $75 a month with $25 coming out of the sewer fund each month.” (document 3208, p. 1)

“Motion for Clerk-Treas. salary to be increased from $250/month to $300/month made by Sheridan and seconded by Potter.” (document 4519, p. 2)

“Ned Allen made the motion to raise the Clerk's wages to $75 a month with $25 coming out of the sewer fund each month.” (document 3208, p. 1)

“and thereafter, set wages for the Clerk-Treasurer at $170.00 per month.” (document 4591, p. 3)

“Potter moved to increase the Clerk-Treas. salary from $170.00 per month to $225.00 per month beginning April 1, 1976.” (document 4575, p. 3)

“Potter moved to increase the Clerk-Treas. salary to $250.00 per month retroactive to September 1, 1977.” (document 4543, p. 3)

“Motion for Clerk-Treas. salary to be increased from $250/month to $300/month made by Sheridan and seconded by Potter.” (document 4519, p. 2)

“Ned Allen made a motion to raise the wages of Mayor to $10 per meeting and Council to $5 per meeting.” (document 4678, p. 1)

“Ned Allen made a motion to raise the wages of Mayor to $10 per meeting and Council to $5 per meeting.” (document 4678, p. 1)

“Formanek moved to increase Councilmembers fees from $5.00 per meeting to $10.00 per meeting beginning January 2, 1978 and payable December, 1978. Potter seconded and motion carried unanimously. Formanek moved to set the Mayor salary at $250.00 per year beginning January 2, 1978, payable in December, 1978.” (document 4544, p. 3)

“Formanek moved to increase Councilmembers fees from $5.00 per meeting to $10.00 per meeting beginning January 2, 1978 and payable December, 1978. Potter seconded and motion carried unanimously. Formanek moved to set the Mayor salary at $250.00 per year beginning January 2, 1978, payable in December, 1978.” (document 4544, p. 3)

“Stratton moved to increase Ralph Brown's salary to $12,500.00 per year effective beginning August 26, 1978.” (document 4526, p. 2)

“Stratton moved to increase Ralph Brown's salary to $12,500.00 per year effective beginning August 26, 1978.” (document 4526, p. 2)

“Motion to pay Adelia Kern for twenty-six (26) hours of training at $3.00 per hour made by Sheridan, seconded by Morgan and carried unanimously.” (document 4505, p. 1)

“Ned Allen made the motion to accept the Sherrif's Dept. agreement for extra police protection for $750.” (document 3221, p. 2)

Transcription: page reads "Sherrif's"; quote kept as transcribed

“Glenn Potter moved to sign a new contract with the Johnson County Sheriff's department effective January 1, 1974 to run continuous at a new rate of $832.00 per year.” (document 4630, p. 2)

“The charge for one deputy and patrol car is $3 an hour.” (document 3225, p. 2)

“Ned Allen made the motion to accept the Sherrif's Dept. agreement for extra police protection for $750.” (document 3221, p. 2)

“Glenn Potter moved to sign a new contract with the Johnson County Sheriff's department effective January 1, 1974 to run continuous at a new rate of $832.00 per year.” (document 4630, p. 2)

“Council requests that a Coralville Police Dept. representative be asked to attend the next regular council meeting.” (document 4596, p. 3)

“resolved to appoint Ed White as Chief of Police and authorized him to appoint persons as his deputies to provide law enforcement to City of Tiffin” (document 4528, p. 2)

Transcription: page prints "Ed White"; the register and other pages carry "Dave White"/"David R. White"; see contradictions

“Potter made motion to approve request of Dave White and increase the wages paid to police from $5/hr. to $6/hr. effective 11/1 through 12/1/78.” (document 4520, p. 1)

“Dale Flansburg made the motion not to help pay for the operation of the dump at Oxford, since many people in Town have their garbage picked up regularly and others haul their own.” (document 3223, p. 2)

“Attorney Neuzil is going to write Iowa City Landfill and inform them that the City of Tiffin will no longer be responsible for loads dumped there.” (document 4610, p. 4)

“Later, during the regular meeting, Council decided that the landfill charges would be the responsibility of the contract hauler.” (document 4562, p. 5)

“The City shall provide garbage collection once each week for each dwelling unit located within the corporate limits of the City of Tiffin by contract with one or more private garbage collectors.” (document 4722, p. 1)

“For those individual landowners of the City of Tiffin who are over the age of sixty-two, the rate on their homestead shall be reduced by one-half, upon application being made to the City at the City Hall” (document 4722, p. 1)

“for $285.00 per month for 114 residential units” (document 4548, p. 3)

“Two bids were received and opened at 8:00 p.m. from solid waste contract haulers.” (document 4548, p. 3)

“Formanek moved to accept the bid from Tim Wolfe for solid waste pick-up from residential users. The contract will be set up and the Mayor is authorized to sign the contract beginning July 1, 1977.” (document 4548, p. 3)

“Solid waste removal bill were received and opened from Powell's Hauling, $241.00 per month; Town City Clean-up & Transfer, $280.00 per month;” (document 4530, p. 3)

“Potter moved to award the solid waste removal contract from July 1, 1978 to July 1, 1979 to Powell's Hauling” (document 4530, p. 3)

Transcription: page text is badly garbled ("Town City" for Tiffin; "bill" for bids)

“Glenn Potter proposed that the Council look into the possibility of building a library for Tiffin.” (document 4636, p. 1)

“Janssen moved to enter into an agreement with the Coralville Library Board of Trustees, Coralville, Iowa to provide library services and usage to the residents of Tiffin for the period July 1, 1977 through June 30, 1978 for the sum of $200.00.” (document 4547, p. 1)

“asked that council approve an increase in the next fiscal year contract with the library from $200/year to $300/year.” (document 4520, p. 3)

“Glenn Potter made the motion to pass a resolution agreeing to have the Johnson County Regional Planning Commission designated as the official crime commission for Johnson County and that the Planning Commission shall have the authority to appoint members of the Johnson Co. Law Enforcement Advisory Council.” (document 3223, p. 1)

“Commission would like the Town to join.” (document 4683, p. 1)

“Beverly Birtcher moved to participate with Regional Planning Commission in the special census.” (document 4625, p. 1)

“The special census put the population of Tiffin at 311.” (document 4614, p. 1)

“Judy Smith made a motion to send to the Secretary of State for certification the results of a special census conducted at the request of the communities of Johnson County.” (document 4614, p. 1)

“Roger Janssen made a motion to pay Johnson County Regional Planning $4.55 in final payment for the special census.” (document 4608, p. 1)

“A letter will be sent to Johnson County Regional Planning Comm. advising them that Council has decided not to pay $200.00 assessment for membership in that agency.” (document 4549, p. 5)

“Johnson Co. Regional, $100.00;” (document 4526, p. 2)

“Clerk to contact Wayne Walters, Civil Defense Director about Tornado Warnings for the Town.” (document 4645, p. 1)

“Mayor Bream read letter from Johnson County Municipal Civil Defense Agency concerning an outdoor warning system.” (document 3253, p. 1)

“Clerk to contact Wayne Walters, Civil Defense Director about Tornado Warnings for the Town.” (document 4645, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter gave a report on the civil defense warning system.” (document 4630, p. 1)

“Beverly Birtcher made a motion to sign a mutual aid agreement with the Johnson County Civil Defense Agency.” (document 4618, p. 2)

“Tom Mittman informed the Council about a total warning system for the citizens of Tiffin. The Mayor appointed Janssen and Morgan with Mittman as their contact, to investigate and finalize the system program.” (document 4594, p. 2)

“Tom Mittman informed the Council about a total warning system for the citizens of Tiffin.” (document 4594, p. 2)

“Agreement with the Tiffin Fire Assc. concerning a Total Warning System is at a standstill.” (document 4591, p. 6)

“The Mayor reported on progress in the purchase of a fire siren.” (document 4574, p. 5)

“The Mayor reported on progress in the purchase of a fire siren.” (document 4574, p. 5)

“Keith Spurgeon sought to clarify his understanding with Tiffin Fire Dept. representatives concerning the installed warning system at the fire station.” (document 4536, p. 4)

“He was advised that the City had spent prior budgeted amounts in fire protection.” (document 4536, p. 4)

“held a lengthy discussion concerning the warning system at the Fire Dept. Station” (document 4533, p. 5)

“It was established that the City of Tiffin had $82,000 for a civil defense warning installation at the Fire Station.” (document 4533, p. 5)

Transcription: page also reads "Morrow County Sheriff" where Johnson County is expected; the $82,000 figure is kept as printed and not verified against another page

“It was decided to contact the Planning & Zoning Commission for an application for flood insurance coverage.” (document 4619, p. 2)

“The Mayor advised that the City look into the feasibility of the Federal Disaster Insurance program.” (document 4536, p. 4)

“It was decided not to enter the Federal flood insurance program at this time.” (document 4606, p. 6)

“It was decided that a new ordinance is needed to participate in the Federal flood-zone insurance program.” (document 4603, p. 4)

“Jason Mfg. bought 30 acres to be developed.” (document 3224, p. 1)

“They will employ a maximum of fifty workers divided into fifteen sales and executive people and thirty five shop people.” (document 3224, p. 2)

“The reason for picking this site is the new Highway #380 is being built” (document 3224, p. 2)

“1. They could build their own, which would drain into Clear Creek. This would be a lagoon type and cost between $16,000 - $24,000.” (document 3224, p. 1)

“The possibility of asking some people to annex to the Town was discussed.” (document 3225, p. 3)

“An application from Iowa Electric Light and Power Co. for annexation to the Town was received and placed on file. Glenn Potter made the motion to pass a resolution to annex the following property and Ned Allen seconded it.” (document 4689, p. 2)

“He was told Town Ordinance #61 forbids any more trailers in Town.” (document 3221, p. 2)

“The first reading was given of an Amendment to Ordinance #52, "An Ordinance Restricting Certain Districts to Residential, School, Church and Similar Purposes Only, and Providing Penalties for Violations."” (document 4689, p. 2)

“Glenn Potter made a motion to approve the plot plan with the stipulation that the size and materials used in construction of sewer and water lines must be approved by the town and no taps-ons to water or sewer would be approved by the Town until inspected and approved by the Town's Engineer.” (document 4666, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter made a motion to approve connection of 20 units of the water system of the Clear Creek Mobile Home Park” (document 4646, p. 2)

“and why a zoning commission was never established.” (document 3217, p. 1)

“Any future Annexation--- Town to provide facilities presently provided to the Townspeople.” (document 4664, p. 1)

Transcription: the document is dated 1972-05-05 in the archive but its heading reads "July 5, 1972"; see contradictions

“Attorney Sladek advised Council to decide what land Tiffin would want annexed, and do so all at one time.” (document 4525, p. 2)

“discussed the possible annexation by Tiffin of 165 acres north of the city” (document 4517, p. 1)

“Stratton made motion to appoint the following persons to the zoning commission: B. Bream; D. Flansburg; M. Herdliska; W. Stratton, R. Janssen; Bev Birtcher and a seventh member to be filled by Council.” (document 4522, p. 1)

“there is now on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Tiffin, Iowa an Ordinance enacting a zoning plan for the City of Tiffin. There is also on file a map of the City of Tiffin showing proposed zoning districts as adopted by the Planning and Zoning Commission.” (document 4512, p. 1)

“a public hearing on said Ordinance will be held on the 14 day of March, 1979” (document 4512, p. 1)

“The Mayor then declared this Ordinance duly passed and adopted on this 9th day of May, 1979.” (document 4731, p. 17)

“The purpose of this Ordinance is to enact regulations for subdivision of land within the city limits and within a two mile radius of the city limits” (document 4731, p. 1)

“Passed by the Council on the 12 day of September, 1979.” (document 4732, p. 7)

“AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND RESTRICTING THE LOCATION, CONSTRUCTION, AND USE OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES, AND THE USE OF LAND IN THE CITY OF TIFFIN, IOWA, AND FOR SAID PURPOSES DIVIDING THE CITY INTO DISTRICTS, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE REGULATIONS.” (document 4732, p. 1)

“Discuss- Making an ice rink on Town's playground.” (document 4653, p. 3)

“giving approval to Beverly Birtcher to purchase shrubbery and plants to beautify the park area for a maximum amount of $175.00.” (document 4628, p. 1)

“Parks and Recreation - Glenn Potter reported on progress being made in matching funds for park projects.” (document 4595, p. 5)

“A motion to set aside $8500.00 from the General fund investments for land acquisition for park space and public use was made by Formanek” (document 4575, p. 3)

“A motion to set aside $8500.00 from the General fund investments for land acquisition for park space and public use was made by Formanek” (document 4575, p. 3)

“on the sale of his property adjacent to the City Park resulted in an asking price of $18,000.00.” (document 4570, p. 3)

“on the sale of his property adjacent to the City Park resulted in an asking price of $18,000.00.” (document 4570, p. 3)

“He reported that he has started condemnation proceedings on the Louis Voparil property, Main St.” (document 4562, p. 6)

“$12,000.00 for the property at 221 Main Street, subject to acceptance of the offer within 48 hours” (document 4555, p. 3)

“reported the tenant relocation rules which apply when accepting a matching funds grant from the Federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation for land acquisition.” (document 4540, p. 5)

“Potter moved to purchase on contract L. Voparil property, Main Street adjacent to City Park under Plan I as offered by owner via negotiating committee.” (document 4524, p. 2)

“Formanek informed Council that the Clear Creek School board has given the playground equipment located on the old Tiffin School property to the City.” (document 4570, p. 3)

“Roger Formanek reported on the Clear Creek Community School Board's plans for future building of new school facilities. Discussion followed regarding the availability of sewer and water facilities if future school building takes place in Tiffin.” (document 4568, p. 5)

“Roger Formanek reported on the Clear Creek Community School Board's plans for future building of new school facilities. Discussion followed regarding the availibility of sewer and water facilities if future school building takes place in Tiffin.” (document 4569, p. 5)

“Recreation - Mayor [illegible] will be responsible for moving the playground equipment from the old Tiffin school to the City Park.” (document 4569, p. 5)

“This includes 15 signs, 15 posts, shipping, and installation for a total cost of $637.50.” (document 3220, p. 1)

“This includes 15 signs, 15 posts, shipping, and installation for a total cost of $637.50.” (document 3220, p. 1)

“The gas co. wants to number all the houses in town and will pay for and install them.” (document 3221, p. 1)

“Elm trees- Discussion was held on the diseased elm trees.” (document 3242, p. 1)

“Tree removal- There has been a problem with one property owner about the removal of some trees on their property.” (document 3226, p. 2)

“This summer the Council will go around and mark the diseased trees for removal next fall.” (document 3226, p. 2)

“Tuttle asking him to send the Town a bill for tree removal, telling him that because of a limited budget we will not have anymore trees taken down now.” (document 3225, p. 2)

“Morgan moved to pass a resolution authorizing the installation of stop signs at the following intersections; in Tiffin, Iowa: Second & Grant Third & Summerhays Railroad & Grant Third & Main Third & College” (document 4548, p. 3)

“Potter moved to contract with Shivo, History Arcos, to provide a City map for $2025.00.” (document 4530, p. 3)

“City Engineer - Shive, Hattery & Assoc. - City Map & Drainage Problem” (document 4526, p. 1)

Transcription: page text is garbled; the firm appears as "Shive, Hattery & Assoc." in the agenda of the August 9, 1978 meeting (doc 4526 p1)

“Potter moved to contract with Shivo, History Arcos, to provide a City map for $2025.00.” (document 4530, p. 3)

“Ordinance 1978-77, an ordinance prohibiting parking in restricted areas upon the public streets within the corporate limits of the City of Tiffin, Iowa was read. Sheridan moved to waive the reading second and third times. Morgan seconded and motion carried unanimously. Morgan made the motion to pass ordinance 1978-77. Madden seconded and motion carried unanimously.” (document 4527, p. 1)

“Ordinance 1978-78, an ordinance regulating the use of the streets, alleys, highways by vehicles of all kinds and describing penalties for violations, was read. A motion to waive the second and third readings was made by Madden, seconded by Sheridan and carried unanimously. Morgan moved to pass ordinance 1978-78” (document 4527, p. 1)

“Ordinance 1978-79, public order: an ordinance prohibiting actions against the public order and prescribing penalties therefor was read. Madden moved to waive the second and third readings of ordinance 1978-79, Morgan seconded and motion carried unanimously. Morgan motioned to pass ordinance 1978-79” (document 4527, p. 1)

“AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL OF DOGS AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION, AND ACTING IN LIEU THEREOF, AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE IMPOUNDING AND KEEPING OF ANIMALS IN THE CITY OF TIFFIN, IOWA” (document 4730, p. 1)

“AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE IMPOUNDMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES PARKED UPON REAL PROPERTY WITHOUT CONSENT OF THE OWNER OF SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF TIFFIN.” (document 4733, p. 1)

“AN ORDINANCE FOR LICENSING AND REGULATING PEDDLERS IN THE CITY OF TIFFIN, IOWA” (document 4734, p. 1)

“Judy Smith moved to grant cigarette permits to The Lark, Frank's, Slim's and The Corral for July 1, 1974 to June 30, 1975.” (document 4626, p. 2)

“Glenn Potter made a motion to grant a Sunday liquor permit to the Lark Supper Club.” (document 4619, p. 2)

“is hereby granted a franchise for a period of twenty-five (25) years from the effective date of this ordinance” (document 4724, p. 1)

“Morgan moved to introduce a resolution calling for election to be held August 8, 1978 at Tiffin Fire Station for the purpose of granting 25 year franchise to General Telephone Co. for telephone service.” (document 4529, p. 1)

“Glenn Potter made the motion to appropriate $125.00 to purchase supplies for the holiday open house at the fire station.” (document 4618, p. 2)

“Tom Morgan, as chairman of the Citizen's Fall Clean-Up Day committee, that September 20th is the date set.” (document 4600, p. 1)

“Stratton announced that a Kite Flying contest will be held tentatively, April 24th in the High School area, if possible.” (document 4573, p. 5)

“The Mayor has received a request from the Johnson County Bicentennial Committee to have this community take an active part in projects.” (document 4605, p. 4)

“for the purpose of allowing townspeople to give suggestions as to how the expected $4020 in Federal Revenue Sharing monies should be spent.” (document 4517, p. 1)