The City Monthly Meeting was held on July 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM.

July 8th ,2024
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM by Mayor Jim Johansen, who then led the pledge of allegiance. Board members were present: Martin McGary, Brian Hunt, Martha Greeley, and Michael Goff was absent. Also, present were Jo Anna, Hunter, and Skye P. with Maryville Forum.

Motion to approve the minutes from June’s meeting and special meeting made by Brian, 2nd by Martin. With 2 corrections, the motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes   

Jo Anna gave the financial report stating all monthly bills were paid and bank accounts were reconciled for June. Jo Anna stated the FY 23-24 Waters sales were $355,766.57 and Sewer Sales $63076.88. The City's total income was $548,448.98 total expenses were $431,297.47 with a total Net Income of $117,151.51 for FY 23-24. Motion made by Brian to approve June’s Financial Report, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – Yes, Martha- No.   

Hunter gave the Foreman report: Hunter stated that the lawns were mowed, and they are planning to work on tubes, potholes, and other street tasks in July.
Board members approved the Termination Contract Letter with Patricia Clark. Motion made by Brian to approve the contract letter to be sent, 2nd by Martha. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

Brian made a motion to reverse the motion from the last meeting on June 13th,2024 about City Ordinances Non-Compliance/Violations Letters were not in compliance with State statutes and State  Laws, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

Brian made a motion to hire a City Code / Ordinance Enforcer Officer. Jim the mayor appointed Shaun Bodle to be hired as the Code /Ordinance Enforcer Officer at $15.00 hourly up to 40 hours monthly or as needed.  2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- no.  

The Board reviewed the (3) bids received for the repairs or replacement at the school meter pit, it was decided that the bids were ok with the exception that 2 of them were not very clear about who purchased the replacement water meter. Motion made by Brian to send the bids to the school for review and set up a meeting with them to discuss the bids further, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

The Board reviewed the Hoof & Horn, Kiwanis Clubs Agreement with the City. Motion made by Brian to approve the agreement, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- Yes. 

Brian made a motion to adjourn the meeting, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin -yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes  

Adjourn at 6:10 PM

May 9th,2024

The meeting was called to order at 6:05 PM by Mayor Jim Johansen, who then led the pledge of allegiance. Board members were present: Martin McGary, Brian Hunt, Martha Greeley, and Michael Goff was absent. Also, present were Jo Anna Marriott and Hunter Simmons.

Motion to approve the minutes from April’s meeting made by Brian, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

Jo Anna gave the financial report stating all bank accounts were reconciled for April. Motion to approve the finances from April 2024 was made by Brian, 2nd by Martha. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

Hunter gave the Foreman report stating that the Water Treatment Plant & Sewer Lagoon Auto Dialer are running well at this time, however, we need to buy and install a motor for the well we just had resurfaced and cleaned by Layne Well Services with the Covid Funds. Motion to was made by Brian, 2nd by Martin to purchase the motor and have it installed. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

Jim spoke of purchasing a 40 ft shipping container for storage use of tools, and pipes, and purchasing gravel at the water plant. Motion to was made by Brian, 2nd by Martin. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

Jim spoke about the draft of the Sewer Rate Increase Ordinances NO 582-A and Governing Regulations on Sewer Connections. Ordinances No. 592-A will be read at the next scheduled City Meeting on June 10th,2024. A Motion was made by Martin, 2nd by Martha to place Ordinance NO.582-A in the local newspaper for posting of 30 days per the requirements of MoDNR. The motion was carried on a roll call Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

A motion was made by Martha, 2nd by Martin to approve a student his FFA project for SAE to be done at the Basketball court. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. 

A general discussion was made about the City's Facebook and Website page. It was discussed that the pages remain at their current use to be informational use only for the citizens to have immediate information on what is going on within the city and surrounding communities and that the comments are allowed to be turned off. Also, in general discussion it was stated by board members the citizens need to understand all city decisions are made by the elected board members and not the city employees. A reminder that City Hall will be closed from May 20th- May 31st,2024, and that Hunter, Gary, and Jim will be in the city if anyone needs anything during this time. A motion was made by Martha, 2nd by Martin to approve a flyer to be made for both the City's Facebook and Website about monthly water bills, not arriving on time. And adding that the city offers E-billing which might help with monthly bills arriving late. A Motion was made by Martin, 2nd by Brian. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. A Motion was made by Martin, 2nd by Brian to purchase a larger safe for City Hall. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. Motion made by Martha, 2nd by Martin to allow John Hogan to trim or remove additional trees at the city park. The motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes. The reminder was made of the Meet & Greet with Nodaway Sheriff Candidate Adam James on May 13th,2024 at 6:00 p.m. the public is encouraged to attend. 

Brian made a motion to adjourn the meeting, 2nd by Martin. A motion was carried on a roll call vote, Martin- Yes, Brian – yes, Martha- yes.

Adjourn at 8:50 PM

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