JANUARY 7, 2019

The regular meeting of the Corydon City Council was called to order by Mayor Dennis Moorman. Present were Council Members Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Others in attendance were Matt Comer, Mike Moran, Sharon Anderson, Rob Davis, Angie Dillard, Devon Rodgers, Mark and Dawn Christian, Rhonda Bennett, Jennifer Reed, the deputy Clerk and the City clerk.

Holmes introduced Matt Comer to the forum. Comer is Holmes’ pick as a guest Council Member for the month of January. While Comer is not yet a resident, he lives in the area and plans to move to Corydon in the very near future.

Jaeckel introduced Mike Moran. Moran is Jaeckel’s pick as a guest Council Member for the month of January. Moran moved to Corydon last year and has expressed an interest in City government and issues at previous meetings.

Sharon Anderson addressed the Council in regards to the costs associated with renting roll-offs from Midwest Sanitation vs. C & E Trucking. Rob Davis stated that the contract between the City and Midwest Sanitation did not address roll-offs and as such, the City could not prevent C & E from bringing roll-offs into town. Jaeckel promised both parties that the City would take another look at the contract and look into the reported cost differences. Anderson will receive a call by Wednesday morning in regards to the debris from her business.

Jaeckel presented the first reading of ORDINANCE 337, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13.16.040 OF THE CORYDON MUNICIPAL CODE. The amendment increases the minimum sewer fee from $30.00 to $40.00 after publication, third (3rd) reading and approval by Council.

Holmes made the motion to approve Resolution 2019-1, a resolution setting a public hearing for Monday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. to advise the public of the City’s intent to sell the property at 110 S. Franklin Street. Bennett seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Jaeckel made the motion to approve Bob Little’s reappointment for a five year term to the Zoning Commission. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Bennett made the motion to approve the renewal of liquor licenses for Ludlow’s, Casey’s General Store and Gasland Express. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Holmes reported that the culvert at 501 N. East Street did not look to be serving any purpose and could be removed by the resident.

Rodgers announced a meeting of the East Central Iowa Coalition of Municipalities in Grinnell on Thursday, March 7. The meeting will include an overview of street maintenance programs, reconstruction, planning and finance. Rodgers was encouraged to attend.

Jaeckel made the motion to approve the minutes and treasurer’s report. Rodgers seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

Bennett made the motion to allow the prepaid and unpaid bills. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Jaeckel, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe and Rodgers. Nays-none.

The Council approved the placement of metal posts at the corner of S West Street and County Park Rd.

Holmes advised the Council of a meeting with Hall Engineering on Friday, January 11th at 9:00 A.M. The meeting has been called by the City to get updates on various projects.

The city clerk reminded the Council of the work session on Wednesday, January 16th at 6:00 p.m.

The next regular meeting will be Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Dennis Moorman
Mayor

ATTEST:

Ann Stevens
City Clerk