CITY OF MISSOURI VALLEY, IOWA CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 – 6:00 P.M. Mayor Marshall presided over the meeting, which was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Council Members Tuttle, Keizer, Struble, Gilpin, and Meadows were present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion to approve the agenda for June 16, 2026, was made by Struble, seconded by Tuttle. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Public comment Lori White addressed the Council regarding water reporting records and asked questions concerning notification and response procedures. Jeannie Wortman, Chamber Director, reported on the Rand Community Center, upcoming community events, and holiday decorations for the park gazebo. Motion to approve the consent agenda, including minutes, claims, reports, appointments, and retail tobacco licenses, was made by Tuttle, seconded by Struble. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. The Fire Department reported 27 calls during the reporting period and 213 calls year-to-date. Aneitah Garmann provided an update on the Missouri Valley Gathering Market and reported continued vendor interest and future planning efforts. Steve Robinette from PeopleService presented information regarding a city-owned portable wastewater pump. After review of repair and replacement estimates, the Council approved rebuilding the existing pump at an estimated cost of $8,271.67. PeopleService reported that the water line issue affecting private property has been submitted to insurance for review and remains under investigation. Staff reported that water and wastewater operations continue normally, required testing remains within acceptable standards, and a revised hydrant flushing schedule will be provided to the city. A resident inquired about an ongoing investigation involving water reporting records. PeopleService reported that a compliance matter remains under review and that the Iowa DNR has been notified. Public Works Director Rich Gochenour reported that the new flagpole has been installed at the Fire Department, the former flagpole will be relocated to the Police Department, and pool repairs have been completed. He also provided updates on infrastructure projects and storm drain maintenance. Motion to hire Sara Evarts as Administrative Clerk was made by Struble, seconded by Tuttle. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to approve Resolution 26-19 setting the wage for Administrative Clerk Sara Evarts at $21.50 per hour was made by Tuttle, seconded by Struble. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to approve Resolution 26-21 setting wages of city employees for fiscal year 2027 was made by Tuttle, seconded by Struble. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to approve Resolution 26-22 authorizing the transfer of funds for fiscal year 2025-2026 was made by Tuttle, seconded by Keizer. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to approve setting June 29, 2026, as the date for a public hearing on amending the FY 2025-2026 City Budget #2 was made by Tuttle, seconded by Meadows. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to approve July 7, 2026, as the date for a public hearing on the Missouri Valley Comprehensive Plan was made by Tuttle, seconded by Struble. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to authorize the mayor to sign an agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for maintenance and repair of primary roads in municipalities was made by Struble, seconded by Meadows. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to authorize the City Administrator to pay bills through June 30, 2026, was made by Keizer, seconded by Struble. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to enter closed session pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(j) to discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate was made by Struble, seconded by Tuttle. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to return to open session was made by Tuttle, seconded by Meadows. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Motion to accept the bid of $9,000 for property located at 500 E Superior St. was made by Struble, seconded by Tuttle. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. Council Member Gilpin discussed municipal software options. Staff reported progress in resolving issues with the City’s current software conversion, including restored meter-reading functionality and recovery of most missing account information. The City Administrator reported continued work with the vendor to resolve remaining account discrepancies and system functionality concerns. Motion to adjourn at 7:15 p.m. was made by Tuttle, seconded by Meadows. On roll call, all members present voted aye. Motion passed. HCTR 7-1-26
