REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 22, 2023
A regular meeting of the City Council of Viton, Iowa on the 22nd day of June, 2023 in the City Hall Council Chambers, Vinton, Iowa. Mayor Pro Tem Stark presided and the roll being called the following members were present: Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark.
Motion by Gates, seconded by Pflughaupt to approve the agenda with new business item 9h – resolution to approve a contract with the local police bargaining unit of the teamsters – stricken. Question: Ayes – all. Motion carried.
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Parmater to approve the consent agenda. Question: Ayes – all. Motion carried. Items on the consent agenda include receive & file Council committee & meeting minutes of June 8, 2023, receive & file Council committee minutes of June 13, 2023, receive & file Library meeting minutes of May 10, 2023, approval of Class C Retail alcohol license for Golf Right and approval of City invoices.
Communications, Petitions or Remonstrances – None
Committee Reports
The public safety committee met on Riverside Drive to discuss concerns with parking allowed on both sides of the street resulting in difficult travel. The Committee is recommending allowing parking on only one side of the street for a portion of the Street. City staff are directed to draft an ordinance for the next council meeting.
Citizens Input
Sharon Kos, 1315 A Avenue spoke to council regarding her plans to build an oversized garage on her property and her frustration with a particular member of the Planning & Zoning Commission at the last P&Z meeting. Council encouraged Kos to attend the next P&Z meeting which is planned for June 27, 2023.
Dakoda Sellers, 2108 W 4th Street, spoke via Zoom to request all public meetings be recorded and posted online for viewing.
Old Business
Mayor Pro Tem Stark opened the auction. With no bids received, Stark ended the auction.
Stark opened the public hearing on the disposal of real estate owned by the City of Vinton (512 W 6th). Dakoda Sellers offered to purchase the lot if the City could guarantee the vacation of the alley adjacent to the property. With no other comments, Stark closed the public hearing.
With no bids received and no buyer of the lot, no action was taken on the resolution directing the disposal of interest in real property following a public hearing.
New Business
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Gates to approve the first consideration of ordinance 1084 – an ordinance amending provisions pertaining to solid waste collection fees. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried. This will increase garbage rates to $15.65.
Motion by Gates, seconded by Parmater to approve the first consideration of ordinance 1085 – an ordinance amending provisions pertaining to the planning and zoning commission. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried. This will reduce the Planning & Zoning Commission to five members from seven. The City is unable to fill vacancies due to lack of volunteers.
Motion by Parmater, seconded by Elwick to approve the first consideration of ordinance 1086 – an ordinance amending provisions pertaining to flood plain management. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried.
Motion by Gates, seconded by Pflughaupt to approve the Engineering Services Agreement for the FEMA BRIC – Mud Creek Tributary Drainage Study. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried.
Motion by Gates, seconded by Pflughaupt to approve the Iowa Public Information Board (IPIB) Informal Resolution regarding Case Number 23FC:0047. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried.
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Gates to approve a quote from Tite Coat for Skate Center floor resurfacing. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried. The project will be done later this summer and should only close the Skate Center for a few days.
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Parmater to approve a final invoice to Park Planet for Riverside Playground Equipment. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt, Stark. Motion carried.
Motion by Gates, seconded by Elwick to approve a resolution to assist the North Benton Ambulance Services using funds received under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Question: Ayes – Elwick, Gates, Hessenius, Parmater, Pflughaupt; Abstain – Stark. Motion carried. The financial assistance will be $15,000 per month for a period of five months.
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Gates to approve the parade route request for the VS Homecoming parade. Unanimously approved.
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Gates to approve the special events application for Pink Heals Motorcycle Ride. Unanimously approved. The event will close a portion of A Avenue in front of the Ron da Voo on July 15, 2023.
Motion by Pflughaupt, seconded by Gates to approve the special events application for Nathan’s Miles Glow Run. Unanimously approved. The event will be held October 28, 2023.
Reports
Police Chief Paxton reported that Bright Lights on 4th and Party in the Park went very well from the department’s perspective. Paxton is working with the DOT on acquiring more speed feedback signs.
Parks & Recreation Director Boggess reported Party in the Park was a great event. A special thanks to all of the City departments for their help. An update to Veteran’s Park is anticipated to completed before July 4.
Street Superintendent Meyer reported seal coating is about half complete for the year.
City Administrator Ward reported a kick off meeting with V&K will be tomorrow morning for the BRIC grant. Ward will not be at the July council meeting. The Iowa League of Cities conference is in September in Cedar Rapids if any Council member is interested in attending.
Good & Welfare
The next Council meeting will be held Wednesday, July 12 at 7:00pm.
With no other business before the Council, motion by Hessenius, second by Parmater to adjourn. Approved unanimously. Time: 7:35pm.