The Waukon City Council met in regular session on August 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Community Center at Robey Memorial Library 401 1st Avenue NW and via Zoom technology. Mayor Arvid Hatlan presided. Council members present: Steve Wiedner, Cassie Handke, John Lydon, and Tim Smedsrud. Absent: Nic Engrav. Others present: Water and Sewer Superintendent Jim Cooper; Park Maintenance Supervisor Troy Gress; Police Chief Paul Wagner; Street Superintendent Pat Egan; MSA Jake Huck; The Standard- Joe Moses; and citizens.
The mayor called the meeting to order.
Moved by: Wiedner | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the consent agenda.
- Approval of July 20, 2026, and corrected July 6, 2026, minutes
- Resolution agreeing to the transfer of $61,236.81 from the Sewer Revenue Fund to the Sewer Revenue Bond Sinking Fund for the principal/interest payments on the Sewer Revenue Improvement and Refunding Bond, Series 2022 ($52,439.73) and Series 2023 ($5,104.79) and Series 2021 ($3,692.29). The clerk assigned number 26-79 to the resolution.
- Resolution agreeing to the transfer of $3,890 from the Library Fund to the Capital Equipment Fund to set aside for table purchases. The clerk assigned number 26-80 to the resolution.
- Resolution agreeing to transfer the total $10,859.67 (Hotel/Motel money received in June and July 2026 and deposited into the General Fund) from the General Fund to Hotel/Motel (Park Improvement) Fund = $8,144.75 (75%) and to the Hotel/Motel (Tourism/Economic Development) Fund = $2,714.92 (25%). The clerk assigned number 26-81 to the resolution.
- Resolution amending the City of Waukon Employee Handbook to add attachment “J”. The clerk assigned number 26-82 to the resolution.
- Resolution approving ballot measure related to Library Board of Trustees. The clerk assigned number 26-89 to the resolution.
- Resolution approving permanent easement for infrastructure improvements and temporary construction easement agreement related to the 1st Ave. SE Reconstruction project. The clerk assigned number 26-83 to the resolution.
- Approving 5-year door license renewal with Five-Star Telecom for $4,058.45 for the Waukon Police Department.
- Approving Library Board of Trustees appointment of Teresa Lyford.
- Approval of claims.
| Payment of Claims for: | August 3, 2026 | |
| Acentek | Internet | 99.90 |
| Airgas | Cylinder Rental | 186.16 |
| Alliant Energy | Electricity | 23,046.25 |
| Bodensteiner Implement | Supplies | 44.99 |
| Bruening Rock Products | Supplies | 448.09 |
| Carquest | Repairs | 88.38 |
| Clarke Mosquito Products | Supplies | 1,236.00 |
| DSG – Dakota Supply Group | Supplies | 185.00 |
| Finger Publishing | Services | 370.60 |
| Gronen Restoration | City Hall Assessment | 3,806.25 |
| Matt Hawkins Southside Rentals | Rent | 1,100.00 |
| Iowa One Call | Locates | 72.10 |
| Joe & Matt’s Plumbing | Repairs | 695.00 |
| LNM Truck Repair | Repairs | 25.54 |
| Lydon Electric Motors | Repairs | 1,069.42 |
| Lynch Dallas | Legal Services | 3,510.00 |
| Mediacom | Telephone/Internet | 82.78 |
| Mississippi Welders Supply | Fire Extinguisher Inspections | 737.68 |
| Otting Water Treatment | Services | 87.00 |
| Lana Snitker | Mileage | 139.23 |
| Star Equipment | Jumping Jack | 2,767.00 |
| T – Mobile | Telephone | 10.71 |
| T – Mobile | Telephone | 130.20 |
| Test America | Sewer Testing | 1,354.00 |
| Tri-State Business Machines | Copier | 172.96 |
| Tri-State Business Machines | Copier | 69.00 |
| Upper Explorerland | Comprehensive Plan Bill #1 | 3,196.44 |
| Upper Iowa Insurance | Insurance – update | 779.00 |
| USA Bluebook | Supplies & Repairs | 1,601.95 |
| Verizon | Telephone | 156.98 |
| Waukon Chamber of Commerce | Black Hills Energy Grant | 750.00 |
| Waukon Tire Center | Repairs | 976.78 |
| Zoro | Supplies & Repairs | 191.07 |
| PAID CLAIMS: | ||
| Regular Payroll | July 5 – 18, 2026 | 75,639.77 |
| EFTPS | Federal Withholding | 6,152.82 |
| EFTPS | SS/ Medicare Withholding | 14,822.02 |
| EBS – Employee Benefits Systems | Admin Fees – August | 244.80 |
| EBS – Employee Benefits Systems | Safe-T Fund – July – part 2 | 2,151.10 |
| Paymentech | Credit Card Processing Fees – July | 239.33 |
| Republic Services | Services | 20,479.50 |
| Waukon Postmaster | Postage – Section 4 & 8 | 403.31 |
| Wellmark BCBS | Insurance – August | 28,805.66 |
| WELLNESS CLAIMS: | ||
| Crexendo | Telephone | 170.21 |
| Elan Financial Services | Supplies | 210.87 |
| Fareway | Supplies | 19.86 |
| Fastenal | Supplies | 181.76 |
| Johnson Control | Annual Maintenance Agreement | 1,460.00 |
| Olympic Fire Protection | Annual Maintenance Agreement | 835.00 |
| Rec Desk | Program Subscription | 2,205.00 |
| PARK & REC CLAIMS: | ||
| Casper Plumbing & Heating | Repairs | 1,630.76 |
| Dalaco | Spayer | 189.95 |
| Epic Wear | Dance Shirts | 324.00 |
| Fareway | Supplies / Concessions | 1,045.70 |
| Konkel Forest Products | Wood Chips | 1,980.00 |
| Lydon Electric Motors | Repairs | 154.05 |
| Phipps Lawn Care | Services | 1,600.00 |
| Rec Desk | Program Subscription | 2,205.00 |
| West Side Waukon Lumber | Repairs | 21.10 |
| PARK TRUST CLAIM: | ||
| Kerndt Monument Works | Park Memorial Markers | 179.00 |
| General: | 114,223.44 | City Hall Building | 3,806.25 | |
| Library: | 6,831.47 | Wellness: | 5,133.43 | |
| RUT: | 13,135.15 | Park Trust: | 179.00 | |
| Employee Benefits: | 21,630.69 | Water: | 21,324.50 | |
| T&A Insurance: | 2,144.62 | Sewer: | 24,128.48 | |
| FUND TOTALS: | 212,537.03 |
Yes: Handke, Wiedner, Smedsrud, Lydon | Absent: Engrav | No: 0
The mayor declared the motion carried.
Under Public Comments: Gayle Decker made comments regarding recent issues with debris in the streets from the solid waste collection. He also asked about the general fund balance, monthly city expenses and the status of the Bresnahan property. Jen Garin stated she hoped the council would consider approval of her variance request and was present to answer any questions.
Under reports: Gress noted the deadline for fall youth sports and that the last day the pool will be open is August 16th. Cooper stated there has been a lot of concern nationally about cyber-attacks on wastewater facilities and noted that right now Waukon does not have that concern as the computers are not online. Egan mentioned they are finishing up the yellow painting in town and will move onto handicap stalls then white lines. Wagner noted he attended a training on public records request recently. Huck mentioned we are waiting on quantity information from the contractor for the 4th Ave. NW project before that can be finalized and gave an update on 1st Ave. SE project. Wiedner stated he has concerns with the angle parking by the hospital and feels that should be changed to parallel parking for safety. Hatlan mentioned we have been getting complaints regarding weeds and gave residents a reminder that those need to be addressed otherwise the city must abate them.
The mayor opened the public hearing on the proposed solar energy lease and easement agreement. There were no oral or written comments, and the mayor closed the hearing.
Moved by: Wiedner | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the solar generation purchase agreement.
Yes: Wiedner, Lydon, Handke, Smedsrud | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 26-84 to the resolution.
Moved by: Handke | Seconded by: Smedsrud
To approve the donation and transfer agreement.
Yes: Wiedner, Lydon, Handke, Smedsrud | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 26-85 to the resolution.
Moved by: Wiedner | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the solar energy lease and easement agreement.
Yes: Wiedner, Lydon, Handke, Smedsrud | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 26-86 to the resolution.
Moved by: Handke | Seconded by: Smedsrud
To approve the final reading and adopting the code of ordinances by amending chapter 76 Bicycles and skateboards.
Yes: Handke, Wiedner, Smedsrud, Lydon | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 872 to the ordinance.
Moved by: Smedsrud | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the 1st reading amending the code of ordinances by amending Chapter 3 (Municipal Infractions).
Yes: Handke, Wiedner, Smedsrud, Lydon | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by: Handke | Seconded by: Lydon
To waive the 2nd and 3rd readings amending the code of ordinances by amending Chapter 3 (Municipal Infractions).
Yes: Handke, Wiedner, Smedsrud, Lydon | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by: Handke | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the final reading and adopting the code of ordinances by amending Chapter 3 (Municipal Infractions).
Yes: Handke, Wiedner, Smedsrud, Lydon | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 873 to the ordinance.
Moved by: Wiedner | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the contract and performance and payment bonds for the 1st Ave. SE Street Project.
Yes: Lydon, Handke, Smedsrud, Wiedner | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 26-87 to the resolution.
Moved by: Smedsrud | Seconded by: Lydon
To approve the bid and contract for the storm siren replacement project with Table Rock Alerting Systems, LLC for $117,498.00.
Yes: Lydon, Handke, Smedsrud, Wiedner | Absent: Engrav
The mayor declared the motion carried and the clerk assigned number 26-88 to the resolution.
There was a lot of discussion regarding the Board of Adjustment variance approval at 702 5th Ave. SW with Hatlan noting that the council needs to be consistent with their decisions. Handke remarked a concern about not having enough information from the Board on why the criteria were met.
Moved by: Lydon | Seconded by: Wiedner
To take no action on the variance approval at 702 5th Ave. SW.
Yes: 4 | Absent: 1
The mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by: Handke | Seconded by: Smedsrud
To create a solid waste collection and recycling request for proposal review committee.
Yes: 4 | Absent: 1
The mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by: Handke | Seconded by: Lydon
To adjourn the meeting.
Yes: 4 | Absent: 1
The mayor declared the motion carried.