Regular meeting — Oct 13, 2026

T. Meyers motioned to approve the posted agenda. L. Paardekooper seconded. K. Zeransky, L. Paardekooper, T. Meyers, Ayes. S. Roberts, V. Stonehocker, Nay. Motion carried.

L. Paardekooper motioned to approve the previous meeting minutes. T. Meyers seconded. All Aye. Motion carried.

L. Paardekooper motioned to approve the financial report. V. Stonehocker seconded. All Aye. Motion carried.

Rob Hosier educated the council about the solar programs that will be changing. Steve and Deb Dillinger expressed their concerns of the water quality at their property on Second Street. Michelle Hubby presented a letter to the Council and requested an extension from Code Enforcement, on behalf of her Father.

The Mayor was approached by the school to talk to students about government. He will do that in the next couple of weeks.

Fire Chief Short reported that there were 5 fire calls, 11 EMS calls and 1 Fire and Ems call for a total of 17 calls for the month of September.

PW Director Clausen reported that they have done ice-pigging through the mains to help clear the buildup and weekly flushing of the hydrants to help with the water quality. Discussion was had on water mains and road repairs. PW Director Clausen suggested that they start with water mains and move them to the right of way, then repair streets.

Code Enforcement LaBarge accepted the request for a six month extension for 907 Jackson Street. He recommended that council approve. S. Roberts motioned to approve the six month extension. T. Meyers seconded. All Ayes. Motion carried. He also noted that there has been a fence constructed at 1614 Taylor Street, without a permit. He will send a letter.

Library Board President Lang reported that they have an early out program, on Wednesday’s and a Soup and Stories program ongoing. They will also be participating at the Trunk or Treat Event. Lang will look into Open Meeting classes for the new board member.

V. Stonehocker motioned to approve a new plat for 1211 Grant Street. S. Roberts seconded. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Linda Cope requested to split 704 Bridge Street into 2 parcels. This matter will be referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee for review.

An application was received to close Jefferson Street and Third Street, around the park, for Trunk or Treat. S. Roberts motion to approve. V. Stonehocker seconded. L. Paardekooper, S. Roberts, V. Stonehocker, K. Zeransky; Aye. Nays; none. T. Meyers abstained. Motion carried.

A road bid from Grimes Asphalt was received. We need to review our 28E Agreement with Dallas County. PW Director Clausen stated that if we are looking into water main replacement, he would hate to do roads then have to tear them up. He suggests waiting till next year. K. Zeransky moved to table to road bids. S. Roberts seconded. All Ayes. Motion carried.

S. Roberts questioned if there was something the city could do for the residents that are having water quality issues. Attorney Schlagel stated that she would need to look into that. S. Roberts motioned to add the topic to the next agenda. L. Paardekooper seconded. All Ayes. Motion carried.

L. Paardekooper motioned to reconsider a new quote for a chlorine analyzer. S. Roberts seconded. All Ayes, Motion carried.

T. Meyers motioned to approve the bid from Electric Pump. V. Stonehocker seconded. All Ayes. Motion carried.

Council would like to receive more information from BTWI about cameras. Clerk Paardekooper will reach out.

L. Paardekooper stated that he didn’t want to look into tablets any longer.

S. Roberts motioned to move the new blessing box to the west end of the parking lot at City Hall. V. Stonehocker seconded. All Ayes. Motion carried.

Attorney Schlagel legally advised council on the hiring process. L. Paardekooper motioned to hire Obie Meyers. Motioned failed due to lack of a second. After a brief stand still, Mayor Wiley asked if there was another motion. L. Paardekooper motioned again, to hire Obie Meyers. Motion failed, due to lack of a second. S. Roberts motioned to hire Philip Carico. K. Zeransky seconded. S. Roberts, V. Stonehocker, K. Zeransky; Aye. L. Paardekooper, T. Meyers; Nay. Motion carried.

Ben Shannon with ModernEdge reviled the new website. They plan on the transition taking place very soon.

K. Zeransky would like the City to recognize R. Joe Smith. She would like to see a street renamed for him. V. Stonehocker motioned to add this topic to the next agenda. L. Paardekooper seconded. All Ayes. Motion carried.

V. Stonehocker requested to discuss Ordinance 41.11 and the decision that the council had previously made. Discussion was had. V. Stonehocker motioned to add this topic to the next agenda. K. Zeransky seconded. L. Paardekooper, S. Roberts, V. Stonehocker, K. Zeransky; Aye. T. Meyers; Nay. Motion carried.

V. Stonehocker was concerned about the storage container at the Dollar General. This matter will be referred to the Code Enforcer.

With no further business, L. Paardekooper motioned to adjourn. V. Stonehocker seconded. Meeting adjourned at 7:31 P.M.