City Council

STORY CITY, IOWA November 7, 2022 Mayor Jensen called the council meeting to order on Monday, November 7, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Present: Mayor Jensen, Administrator Jackson, Attorney Larson Council Members: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Absent: None Also Present: Joe Lucas, Parks and Rec Superintendent; Kolleen Taylor, Library Director and Laura Donaldson, Library Board; Ben Winecoff, River Bend Golf Course Director; Matt Patton, School Superintendent; Dan Marner, Snyder & Associates; Eric Vermeer, 10 Fold Architects; Tyler Frederickson, EDC President, community members interested in the ATV Ordinance, and multiple members of the EDC and the GCC. Motion by Ostrem, seconded by Sporleder, to approve the agenda. Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. Motion by Phillips, seconded by O’Connor, to approve the approval of the October 17, 2022 regular meeting, October 31, 2022 special meeting and November 2, 2022 work session meeting minutes. Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. CITIZEN APPEARANCE N/A PUBLIC HEARINGS A) Proposed Sale of Real Estate by the City of Story City to American Packaging Corporation Mayor Jensen opened the public hearing. With no public input, Mayor Jensen closed the public hearing LEGAL ITEMS A) Roland-Story Community School District Stadium Site Plan Dan Marner, Snyder & Associates, and Eric Vermeer, 10 Fold Architects, presented the site plans and information on the project. Administrator Jackson reported that the planning and zoning commission recommends approval. Board of adjustment approved variances. Motion by Sporleder, seconded by Phillips, to approve Roland-Story Community School District Stadium Site Plan  Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. B) Resolution No. 22-72 – Accepting Work of Contractor on North Park Phase 3 Improvements Project Motion by Ostrem, seconded by O’Connor, to approve Resolution No. 22-72 – Accepting Work of Contractor on North Park Phase 3 Improvements Project Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. C) Ordinance No. 330 – Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Story City, Iowa by Amending Provisions Pertaining to Alcoholic Beverage Control, Final Reading Motion by Sporleder, seconded by Solberg, to approve Ordinance No. 330 – Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Story City, Iowa by Amending Provisions Pertaining to Alcoholic Beverage Control, Final Reading Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. D) Ordinance No. 331- Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Story City, Iowa by Adding Chapter 79, All Terrain Vehicle and Off Road Utility Vehicle, to Permit to Be Operated on City Streets Under Certain Conditions, Final Reading Motion by O’Connor, seconded by Sporleder, to approve Ordinance No. 331- Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Story City, Iowa by Adding Chapter 79, All Terrain Vehicle and Off Road Utility Vehicle, to Permit to Be Operated on City Streets Under Certain Conditions, Final Reading Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. E) Ordinance No. 332 – Amending Chapter 65 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Story City, Iowa to Amend Where a Three-Way Stop and Four-Way Stop are Required, Final Reading Motion by Solberg, seconded by O’Connor, to approve Ordinance No. 332 – Amending Chapter 65 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Story City, Iowa to Amend Where a Three-Way Stop and Four-Way Stop are Required, Final Reading Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried.  ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS A) Preliminary Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget: Parks & Recreation, Library, and Golf Course Joe Lucas, Parks & Recreation Superintendent, presented information about expenditures and projects for the past year as well as upcoming expected budgetary needs and projects. Kolleen Taylor, Library Director, presented information about the library use and expenses for the past year as well as upcoming budgetary expenditures. Ben Winecoff, River Bend Golf Course Director, presented a summary of the Golf course expenditures and projects. B) Approve Construction Pay Applications and Change Orders: 1. Construction Pay Application No. 5/Final for the North Park Phase 3 Improvements Project Motion by O’Connor, seconded by Phillips, to approve Construction Pay Application No. 5/Final for the North Park Phase 3 Improvements Project for the total of $18,282.21. Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. PERMITS A) N/A MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS A) Sewer Bill Adjustment for 525 Frette Dr. Motion by Sporleder, seconded by Ostrem, to approve Sewer Bill Adjustment of $46.59 for Carroll Brekke at 525 Frette Dr. Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor, Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried. B) Update on Recruitment of Grocery Store Tyler Frederickson and members of the EDC presented an update on the project. The Happy Chef property, Fareway’s desired location in the city, has been purchased by a local resident. Fareway is requesting the city purchase the property. There was general discussion on the asking prices for the purchase of the Happy Chef and KFC/Taco Bell properties. EDC asked for general guidance on what the city would spend for the purchase of these properties. The city would be required to issue bonds for the purchase. EDC will continue to work with the property owners and Fareway. C) Discussion on Sump Pump Collector Line Program General discussion on a collector line program and the costs to the homeowner. The Committee reported that the recommendation would be a 50/50 split with the property owners; the city’s portion would come from the storm water fund. General discussion and consensus was favorable to present for further action at a future council meeting. APPROVAL OF BILLS AND CLAIMS Motion by O’Connor, seconded by Phillips, to approve payment of bills and claims. Aye: Ostrem, Phillips, Solberg, O’Connor and Sporleder Nay: None Motion Carried MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS REGARDING NON-AGENDA ITEMS None There being no further business before council, the meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m. ATTEST: ________________________ _________________________ Heather Slifka, City Clerk Mike Jensen, Mayor