City of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa - City Council Meeting Minutes (03/10/26)

Council Chambers

501 4th Street;

Sergeant Bluff, IA

1. MAYOR/MAYOR PRO-TEM TO CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER: 5:30 pm

1. Roll Call

2. Pledge of Allegiance & a Moment of Silence

Attendee Name Title Status

Shari Zenor Kiple Council Member

Present

Kirk Moriarty Council Member

Present

Ryan Panowicz Council Member 

Present

Mark Reinders Council Member

Present

Andrea Johnson Council Member

Present

Ron Hanson Mayor Present

2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Approve the Agenda. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:

3.a Approve the minutes of the February 24, 2026 Regular Meeting

Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Approve minutes of February 24, 2026 Regular Meeting with the following corrected sentence to #10:

“Ron Hanson said that K.P. Construction and Sir-Lines-A-Lot have signed their agreements for the property on the north side of Dogwood.”

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

4. CITIZEN’S INPUT:

There was no citizen input.

5. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:

5.aTax Abatement Application: 504 Kingston Circle

5.bBills: Check numbers 93162 to 93229 in the amount of $145,898.60 and ACH Transactions in the amount of $25,797.28

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Approve Consent Agenda Items:

5.a)Tax Abatement Application: 504 Kingston Circle

5.b)Bills: Check numbers 93162 to 93229 in the amount of $145,898.60 and ACH Transactions in the amount of $25,797.28

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

Name Description Amount

ABT MAILCOM CUSTOMER NOTICES/MAR 26 BILLS 2,398.78

AHLERS & COONEY PC LABOR RELATIONS 2,303.50

ANALYTICAL & CONSULTING SVCS SAMPLE ANALYSIS 180.00

ANGERMAN & MEINEN BUILDERS LLC OVERPAYMENT OF PERMIT 69.05

BATTERIES PLUS 12 V BATTERIES 45.90

CARRIER CONTAINER COMPANY SOLID WASTE 23,178.00

CHILDS, ASHLEY SOCCER REFUND 25.00

CINTAS SUPPLIES 15.54

CITY OF SIOUX CITY UTILITIES FEB 2026 SEWER USAGE 34,158.88

CULLIGAN RENTAL FEE 45.00

DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP SWIMMING POOL HYDRANT 332.14

DINGES FIRE COMPANY WALL LADDER 499.05

FASTENAL SIGN REPAIR 456.00

FIKSDALE, BILLY DEPOSIT REFUND 100.00

HEIDMAN LAW FIRM LEGAL EXPENSE 32,475.33

HUNDERTMARK INC POLICE BARN 179.30

IA DEPT OF INSPECTIONS APPEALS ANNUAL INSPECTION FEE 165.00

INTERSTATE BATTERIES BATTERIES 136.80

IOWA LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY TRAINING 200.00

KEOKENCHANH, ANTHONY OVERPAYMENT OF ACCOUNT 434.00

KINYON, KEN ENERGY EFF PROGRAM-HEAT PUMP 400.00

KISTNER, KELSEY DEPOSIT REFUND 100.00

KWIK TRIP INC FEB 2026 FUEL 1,447.94

LINDBLOM SERVICES INC PORTABLE TOILETS 190.00

LITTLE RED EMBROIDERY CO EMBROIDERY 313.50

LONG LINES LLC TELECOMMUNICATION EXPENSE 3,851.45

LOWE’S BUILDING EXP/INSPECTIONS/LIFT STATION/ WATER PLANT/SUPP 2,457.17

MENARDS-SIOUX CITY AIR HOSE/INSPECTIONS/TRAINING/BUILDING EXP/EQUIP 413.27

MIDAMERICAN ENERGY FEB 2026 GAS UTILITY 805.47

MIDSTEP SERVICES JANITORIAL EXPENSE JAN 26 850.00

MIDWEST ALARM ALARM MONITORING/REC CENTER 83.81

MIDWEST LUBRICANTS INC BULK OIL 886.25

PIONEER AUTO 2020 FORD/2022 FORD 1,100.21

POMP’S TIRE SERVICE EQUIPMENT/SERVICE 180.85

RASMUSSEN MECHANICAL SERVICES REPAIRS-CITY HALL 1,171.14

RIVERSIDE TECHNOLOGIES INC NETWORK SUPPORT/MAR 2026/SERVER/VEEM 3,951.91

ROBERTSON IMPLEMENT CO CHAIN SAW 68.25

SE MUNICIPAL IOWA LLC SOLAR PURCHASE 2,871.04

SERGEANT BLUFF ADVOCATE BACK PAGE/LEGALS 2,797.54

SERGEANT BLUFF FOOD PANTRY APRIL 2026 FOOD PANTRY EXPENSE 800.00

SIGNS BY TOMORROW VINYL 13.50

SIOUX SALES COMPANY EQUIPMENT/INTOXIMETERS 416.00

SKARSHAUG TESTING LABORATORY CLEAN & TESTING 974.00

SPORTSENGINE INC SITEBUILDER 79.00

STANARD & ASSOCIATES SHIPPING 25.00

STAPLES BUSINESS ACCOUNT OFFICE SUPPLIES/PAPER 158.74

STATE CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS WASTEWATER PROGRAM 506.60

STOOS, KIM OR CHRIS ENERGY EFF PROGRAM-AIR CONDITIONER 200.00

STROMAN, SHELBY DEPOSIT REFUND 100.00

TEJRAL, LARRY OR DEBBIE ENERGY EFF PROGRAM-REFRIGERATOR 50.00

THOMPSON SOLUTIONS GROUP FIRE ALARM INSPECTION-FIRE DEPT 200.00

TITAN MACHINERY SKIDSTEER/BRUSH CUTTER 770.05

TNT SALES AND SERVICE TNT PRE-SOAK 55 350.00

UNITY POINT HEALTH AT WORK PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL-MOSAQUITES 160.00

UTILITY EQUIPMENT COMPANY EXPANSION JOINT 500.00

VAN METER INDUSTRIAL INC LIBRARY REPAIRS 23.10

VEENSTRA & KIMM INC 1ST STREET EAST/WARRIOR SIDEWALK 6,255.00

VESTIS MATS/LINENS 230.24

VISA CARD - CITY ADMIN CONFERENCE/INK/TRAINING 564.63

VISA CARD - FINANCE BATTERY/FILTERS 100.08

VISA CARD - FIRE DEPT CLOTH TAPE/MONITOR/FUEL/TRAINING 876.46

VISA CARD - LIBRARY BOOK/DVD/GOOGLE/OFFICE SUPP/STORY WALK/SUMMER READING 2,312.92

VISA CARD - PARKS & REC ADVERTISING/KEY/DANCE/MOP 206.83

VISA CARD - PD CAR WASH MEMBERSHIP/EAR PIECE/SHIPPING/VIALS/WIPES 689.13

VISA CARD - PUBLIC WORKS FIRE DEPT REPAIRS/OFFICE SUPP/CLASS/TRAINING/SUPP/WRENCH SET 967.66

VISA CARD - TRAVEL CARD 1 INSPECTIONS CONTRACTOR BAGS/FUEL/TRAINING/ZOHO/ZOOM 1,331.96

VISA CARD - TRAVEL CARD 2 SUPPLIES/COMPOST TAGS/POSTERS/RECORDING FEES/WEBINAR 308.41

ZIEGLER INC REPAIRS 5,392.22

TOTAL: 145,898.60

6. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:

6.a Approve Application to Conduct A Farmers Market and Designate Laura Johnson as the Market Manager for 2026

Laura Johnson explained that this would be the third year of The Market. It’s a vendor market that is hosted over in the park at the Recreation Complex. It will be Sundays, four times throughout the summer. Local businesses help sponsor each event to host something for the community. It will be July 12th, July 26th, August 2nd, and August 16th from 5-7:30 pm.

The August 16th event will tie-in with Pioneer Valley Days.

Shari Zenor Kiple asked if July and August are better than days in June?

Laura explained that the dates selected are due to other activities going on in the area.

Ron Hanson asked if she would reschedule days if there were inclement weather? Laura said that she would.

Laura explained that she limits the number of vendors so that it’s financially viable for them. She requires all vendors have a white tent to keep it aesthetically pleasing. She thanked City staff for their assistance in preparing the area.

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve the Application to Conduct a Farmers Market and Designated Laura Johnson as the Market Manager for 2026. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.bCouncil Discussion and Potential Action on the Termination of Agreement with Warrior Snow Owner Jon Saylor, owner of Warrior Snow, participated remotely via the Zoom call. He said that it had been operating for some years but it did not open last year. He discussed prior contacts that the City and himself had regarding the operation of the business. He is requesting a 30-day extension to come back to the City with a new buyer, contact the school district to see if they have an interest, or have the building moved.

Aaron Lincoln said that staff does not have an issue with a 30-day extension. Andrea Johnson expressed concern about the facility being locked up.

Jon discussed a situation where a family member left it unlocked by mistake.

Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Andrea Johnson to delay the Termination of the Agreement with the Warrior Snow owner by 30 days to allow Jon Saylor time to present a proposal for continued operation.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.c Approval of Agreement with MidAmerican Energy to Extend Electric Infrastructure Along Dogwood Trail

Aaron Lincoln explained that in order to get the main electric feed along the northside of Dogwood we need to pay to get the main electric extended across to feed businesses in there. The proposed agreement includes having the City electric crew provide and install the conduit. MidAmerican Energy would pull the wire and connect the transformers and switch gear equipment. There will be a meeting between the City and MidAmerican Energy tomorrow.

Aaron Lincoln explained how the financing for the cost will be coming through the Sergeant Bluff Community Development Corporation.

Motion by Shari Zenor Kiple, seconded by Andrea Johnson to Approve the Agreement with MidAmerican Energy to Extend Electric Infrastructure Along Dogwood Trail.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

6.dDiscussion and Potential Direction for Sioux City Request of Northside Drainage Improvements Cost Share

Aaron Lincoln explained that this property is near where the concrete plant and Lawn Pros are located, there is a storm sewer pipe that goes up to a pond. Over the last 5 years or so, during wet seasons, it backfills and there is water in our street. Sioux City is interested in expanding their economic development growth in the area but they can’t do it because of the flooding. Sioux City hired DGR Engineering to look into getting a pipe from the pond and under the railroad tracks. There is a large MidAmerican transmission line that needs to be relocated due a conflict with the flow. To get the ditch and pipe in would cost Sioux City 3 million dollars. Sergeant Bluff City staff have been in discussion with Sioux City to find the appropriate percentage for Sergeant Bluff to contribute to the project. He explained how West Ridge Road will be extended which will have an area where a drainage pond would exist, where a pipe could be drawn to. However, staff isn’t sure if that will be sufficient to solve the problem but it would cost less.

There was extended discussion between City Council and City staff, items discussed included

  Sioux City needs to know what Sergeant Bluff’s intent is by March 18th.

  The amount contributed by Sergeant Bluff could be paid out over a multiple years.

  The possibility of having another entity that needs dirt to dig up the smaller pond by West Ridge Road to save money was considered.

  The extent of the flooding that occurs.

  Potential alternative areas to pump the water.

  The amount the City should contribute to the project, Sioux City is requesting 25%.

It was the consensus of the City Council that a contribution up to 300k was acceptable.

6.e  Authorize City Administrator to Execute an Engagement Letter with Dorsey Whitney for Legal Services for the Anticipated 2026 GO borrowing

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Mark Reinders to Authorize the City Administrator to Execute an Engagement Letter with Dorsey Whitney for Legal Services for the Anticipated 2026 GO borrowing.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.  RESOLUTION(S):

7.a  RES 26-04 Approval for Application for SIMPCO TAP Grant for the S. Lewis Blvd. Trail Loop Phase 1

Aaron Lincoln explained that we submitted an application for the trail. This would be from the Rec Complex and ties into Serenity Estates. We applied for 265k, we received about 209k. This resolution will fund and maintain the trail. The funds would be received in 2030. Andrea Johnson said that we previously took out a sidewalk, this will connect Serenity Estates.

Mark Reinders said that it was not a unanimous vote at SIMPCO to approve this.

Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Kirk Moriarty to Approve RES 26-04 Approval for Application for SIMPCO TAP Grant for the S. Lewis Blvd. Trail Loop Phase 1.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.bRES 26-06 Employee Matrix for Departments

Aaron Lincoln explained that wages and salaries must be set by resolution. This will update the wage range for the open position in Police Department and correct the Fire Department stipend amounts that were approved with the current years fiscal year’s budget.

Danny Christoffers said that this document will come back to the City Council for an additional update after the budget for the upcoming year has been approved.

Motion by Andrea Johnson, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Approve RES 26-06 Employee Matrix for Departments.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.cRES 26-07 Resolution setting the date for public hearings on proposals to enter into General Obligation Loan Agreements and to borrow money thereunder

Ryan Panowicz asked how the financing for the pond affect this borrowed money. Aaron Lincoln said that there are other options to fund, including RUT and LOST fund balances.

Motion by Shari Zenor Kiple, seconded by Mark Reinders to Approve RES 26-07 Resolution setting the date for public hearings on proposals to enter into General Obligation Loan Agreements and to borrow money thereunder. The date will be March 31, 2026 at 5:30 pm.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

7.d  RES 26-08 Adopting the Annual Electric Reliability Plan

Danny Christoffers explained that this plan is required by the State of Iowa to have annual approval by the City Council. There have not been any changes from prior years.

Motion by Mark Reinders, seconded by Ryan Panowicz to Approve RES 26-08 Adopting the Annual Electric Reliability Plan.

Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

8.  ORDINANCE(S):

8.a  ORD 770 Amending Chapter 77 Motorized Scooters, Electric Bicycles and Other Personal Transport Vehicles

Ron Hanson explained that earlier today there was a discussion held with the Assistant Police Chief Brent Rosendahl, a suggestion was provided that we re-write the ordinance to include the different classifications with associated restrictions in the ordinance.

There was extended discussion regarding the proposed ordinance and a potentially re-written ordinance, which included:

  The variety of vehicle types and their capable speeds.

  Age restrictions and helmet requirements.

  Which vehicles should be licensed or registered for use on the streets and which should remain on the sidewalks.

  When the ordinance could be passed and approved, readings could be waived to implement an ordinance sooner.

  The State of Iowa is reviewing their laws regarding the vehicles.

  The possibility of banning certain types of vehicles and/or having a City registration of vehicles.

No action was taken to allow for time to make additional changes to the proposed ordinance.

9.  ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT:

Aaron Lincoln said that Mike Bennett, Lead Lineman, will be retiring in June. We are going to hire a 1000-hour man, we will not hire a full time employee initially. The Inspections department has moved over to 505 4th Street. The Sioux City Metro area received the award for economic development from Site Selection magazine, Sergeant Bluff and other communities in the area received the award. The Drainage Ditch study will be coming back for consideration at the next Council meeting. There was a preconstruction meting for the new I-29 interchange, dirt will be hauled along Banner Avenue or along Dogwood Trail, which will start in approximately April and the project will last two years.

10.  COUNCIL MEMBER’S COMMENTS:

Kirk Moriarty said that he attended a tour of the museum provided Jerry Logemann and Judy Monson. He encouraged everyone to visit the museum to see our rich history. They are currently out of storage space, but donations continue to come in regularly. They continue to look for more volunteers. Kirk congratulated Anthony on the amount of people who attended the NW Iowa Regional Fire School.

Shari Zenor Kiple thanked Danny and Aaron for the recent tour of City Hall and taking time to explain their roles.

Mark Reinders attended the Planning & Zoning Commission. The Sign Ordinance was recommended, that will come before the City Council in a few weeks. There were some people from the public in attendance to understand the proposed Home Based Business ordinance.

11.  MAYOR’S COMMENTS:

Ron Hanson said that the American Legion invited all City Employees to a luncheon on April 8th at 11 am. The Warrior Business center will have a physical therapist soon.

12. ADJOURNMENT:

Motion by Kirk Moriarty, seconded by Shari Zenor Kiple to Adjourn at 6:58 pm. Motion Carried. [Unanimous]

Mayor/Mayor Pro-Tem

Attest:

Danny Christoffers, City Clerk