Harrison County Board of Supervisors June 30, 2026 Chairman Brian Rife called the meeting to order with members Tony Smith and Rebecca Wilkerson in attendance. Motion to approve the tentative agenda was made by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Minutes from June 25th were approved on a motion by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Attendance: Auditor Megan Reffett, Paul J. Rhoten, Pete Franks, Michael Dorland, Michele Stirtz Cash Count The Board counted cash in the Treasurer’s and Recorder’s office. Treasurer Cash, $1,000.00 Deposits in Transit, $38,951.08 MM, $15,327,741.53 Total, $15,367,692.61 Recorder Cash, $100.00 Deposit in Transit, $2,221.30 Accounts Receivable, $1,327.20 Total, $3,648.50 Apportionment Resolution for Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations Resolution Resolution 2026-013 WHEREAS, it is desired to make appropriations for each of the different officers and departments for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026 in accordance with Section 331.434, subsection 6 Code of Iowa, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Supervisors of Harrison County, Iowa, as follows: Section 1: The amounts itemized by department or office are hereby appropriated at 100%. Section 2: Subject to the provisions of other county procedures and regulations, and applicable state law, the appropriations authorized under Section 1 shall constitute authorization for the department or officer listed to make expenditures or incur obligations from the itemized fund, effective July 1, 2026. Section 3: In accordance with Section 331.437, Code of Iowa, no department or officer shall expend or contract to expend any money or incur any liability, or enter into any contract which by its terms involves the expenditure of money for any purpose in excess of the amounts appropriated pursuant to this resolution. Section 4: If at any time during the 26/27 budget year the auditor shall ascertain that the available resources of a fund for that year will be less than said fund's total appropriations, said auditor shall immediately so inform the Board and recommend appropriate corrective action. Section 5: The auditor shall establish separate accounts for the appropriations authorized in Section 1, each of which account shall indicate the amount of the appropriation, the amounts charged thereto, and the unencumbered balance. The auditor will report the status of such accounts to the applicable departments and officers (monthly) during the 26/27 budget year. Section 6: All appropriations authorized pursuant to this resolution lapse at the close of business June 30, 2027 Motion to approve as presented by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Smith Aye. Wilkerson Aye. Rife Aye. Architect and Engineer for LEC Project Sheriff Doiel and Pete Franks from the Franks Design Group presented the board with options for the proposed gutter project for the LEC. Franks has done an initial inspection on the gutter and soffit on the LEC and has determined that there are water issues that need to be addressed and is requesting to inspect further to determine the extent that needs to be fixed and provide options for moving forward. Motion to approve Letter of Engagement with Franks Design Group in the amount not to exceed $3,460 by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Boardroom Microphone The board discussed the proposal that was discussed last week. The board discussed it with the residents in attendance and asked about being able to hear and if microphones were still necessary. The residents agreed that with the new set up of the boardroom they can hear the board much better. Wilkerson discussed applying for a grant to purchase a microphone and videography equipment. The board agreed to investigate that option and get proposals for Wilkerson to apply for a grant for. Discussion on IT Assessment IT Director Michael Dorland met with the board to discuss information in the ICIT Assessment that was completed last November. Motion to enter into closed session per 21.5(1)(k) by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Smith Aye. Rife Aye. Wilkerson Aye. Motion carried. Discussion continued in closed session. Motion to enter back into open session by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. Action on IT Contracts Motion to allow Michael Dorland to move forward with IT vendor contracts as needed by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Comments Wilkerson – comments on the private insurance quotes and updates from TCE discussion last week Rife – updates on Golden Hills Smith – updates on SWIPCO With business of the day completed, the Board adjourned on a motion by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. ATTEST: Megan Reffett, Auditor Brian Rife, Chairman July 9, 2026 Chairman Brian Rife called the meeting to order with members Tony Smith and Rebecca Wilkerson in attendance. Motion to approve the tentative agenda was made by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Minutes from June 30th were approved on a motion by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Attendance: Auditor Megan Reffett, Paul J. Rhoten, Michele Stirtz, Rick Sell, Michael Dorland, Tina Fagan, Todd Denton, Emily Lieber, Roger Marshall Approval of County Condemnation List The Board discussed possible citizens for each of the 4 categories needed on the condemnation list. Licensed Real Estate Salespersons and/or Brokers Lary Clark, 1640 165th Trail, Mondamin Ed Spencer, 3322 Overton Ave, Logan Randy Pryor, 1611 Pike Trail, Woodbine Patty Reisz, 2954 194th St, Woodbine Jay Schaben, 805 Remsen St, Dunlap Joanna Barnard, 715 Grove St, Missouri Valley Fonda Story, 2152 N 293rd Lane, Missouri Valley Owner Operators of Agricultural Property Jim O’Neill, 3270 Reading Trail, Logan Karol King, 1568 - 170th Trail, Mondamin Gail Witt, 3346 Orrick Ave, Missouri Valley Cindy Pryor, 1611 Pike Trail, Woodbine Jennifer Buss, 800 S Main, Modale Jenny Hall, 1720 White St, Woodbine Jenette Dickinson, 1487 Sanford Pl, Dunlap Owners of City Property Mike Greenwood, 201 W 5th St, Logan Charles Warner, Jr, 112 Fischer Drive Woodbine Greg Stinn, 1410 Eaton, Dunlap Todd Cohrs, 214 w 8th St., Logan Timothy Hamer, 213 Elm St, Pisgah Phyllis Henrich, 932 Longview Dr, Mo Valley Randy Coenen, 24 7th St, Woodbine Bankers and Etc. Chris Hartwig, 203 N Linn Ave, Logan Judy Lager, 613 E Erie, Missouri Valley Pat Skelton, 420 Portland Ave, Missouri Valley Amanda Lawrenson, 1871 145th Trail, Pisgah Cody Carritt, 318 W 6th St, Logan Meredith Jenson, 2483 110th St, Moorhead Motion to approve by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. Approval of liquor license for WINR Center Motion to approve by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. Approval of liquor license for Harrison County Welcome Center Motion to approve by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. Discussion with County Safety Co-Coordinators The Board discussed with Emily Lieber and Todd Denton regarding what they are expecting from them as the newly hired safety co-coordinators. The Boards major concerns were return to work and finding effective training options for the employees. Emily and Todd will work together to find the best options and discuss them with department heads at this month’s safety meeting. ICAP Agreement for FY27 Motion to approve as presented with an increase in excess liability to 10 million by Wilkerson, second by Smith. Motion carried. IMWCA Agreement for FY27 Motion to approve as presented by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. Handwritten Warrant to US Bank Motion to approve as presented by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. Comments Smith – comments on RPA meeting Rife – comments regarding increased speed limits Wilkerson – comments on conservation and board of health meetings With business of the day completed, the Board adjourned on a motion by Smith, second by Wilkerson. Motion carried. ATTEST: Megan Reffett, Auditor Brian Rife, Chairman July 14, 2026 The Harrison County Board of Supervisors, acting as Trustees of the McNeill Main Drainage District, joined the Monona County Board of Supervisors in regular session on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via zoom. In attendance for Harrison County were Brian Rife, Tony Smith, & Rebecca Wilkerson, Trustees, and Michelle Kersten, Drainage Clerk. In attendance for Monona County were Bo Fox, Tom Brouillette and Vince Phillips, Trustees, Amy Borchardt-Sick and Ashley Brown, Drainage Clerks, Peggy Rolph, Auditor and Jim Wigton, IT Director. Also present via zoom was Amanda Goodenow, Engineer with ISG. COMMISSIONER’S REPORT FOR RECLASSIFICATION OF BENEFITS MCNEILL INTERCOUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT It was moved by Phillips, seconded by Brouillette to tentatively approve the Commissioner’s Report for Reclassification of Benefits, McNeill Intercounty Drainage District. Vote on motion: Ayes: Phillips, Brouillette, Fox, Rife, Smith and Wilkerson. Nays: None. Motion carried. It was moved by Rife, seconded by Fox to set the date for the Public Hearing on the Commissioner’s Report for September 1, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. at the Onawa Public Library, 707 Iowa Ave, Onawa, IA 51040. Vote on motion: Ayes: Phillips, Brouillette, Fox, Rife, Smith and Wilkerson. Nays: None. Motion carried. The Notice of Public Hearing will be published and mailed per Iowa Drainage Code 468.14, 468.15 and 468.16 as required by law. The Board, on its own motion and vote, duly carried, adjourned ATTEST: Brian Rife, Chairman Michelle Kersten, Drainage Clerk HCTR 7-22-26
