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Inside Tiffin A newsletter for the Citizens of Tiffin
August 2019 Inside this issue 2 City Directory
3 Water & Sewer
4 Tiffin Fire Association
5 South Slope
6 Community
7 Community
8 CCA Schools
9 Community
10 Community
11 Clear Creek Lions Club
12 Community
13-15 7/2 Council Meeting
Minutes
15-18 7/16 Council Meeting
Minutes
18 7/23 Council Meeting
Minutes
www.tiffin-iowa.org
A Note From The Mayor Like my comments last month, I have good news. I think it is obvious, but I am happy to announce the first ever stop lights in Tiffin are working to keep traffic moving smoothly through the intersection of Highway 6 and Roberts Ferry Road. I hesitate to state the obvious again but the Roberts Ferry Road project is substantially complete and open, thereby ending maybe the longest running detour in the history (I did not fact check that) of Tiffin. Soon the new railroad crossing at the new Mehmen Avenue extension off of
Kimberlite (next to the dog park) will be open. This will allow our Tiffin Public Works Department to close the dangerous Brown Street railroad cross-ing. More good news, Park Road is now paved from Highway north to Oakdale Blvd. This is very important for parents getting to the CCA Elemen-tary Schools. As you are all aware the construction on Highway 6 at Park Road is obstructing traffic flows at this intersection. The Oakdale Blvd. to Park Road route to the schools now provides a smooth and safe route for parents and buses. However, for the next couple of months please slow down and be careful driving on Highway 6 near the Park Road intersection.
As I have mentioned previously, the Forevergreen Road connection over to North Liberty’s road continues to be one of the highest priorities for the City Council. This connection will provide a highly important second east/west arterial route for Tiffin residents and will provide a sorely
needed direct connection to Interstate 380. Paving is nearly complete on this section of Forevergreen Road including the new Park Road
intersection. We expect the traffic will be flowing on this road within time for school opening later this month.
We are happy to report the eyesore of the Deer View Pond rehabilitation
We expect this pond will soon be a working detention pond that is also
esthetically pleasing.
Significant progress is being made on planning for a future Recreation
Center as well as plans for the completion of the Orginal Town Urbaniza-
tion. This is a very busy time of year and many, many other projects are
in some phase of completion. If anyone has questions about anything
going on in town please contact City Hall, or contact me at email:
[email protected] or by phone: (319) 430-8719. Please monitor
the City Website, Facebook page and council meeting minutes for
announcements and information.
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City of Tiffin meeting schedule
City Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00PM
1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month *work session always precedes
Planning & Zoning Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30PM
2nd Wednesday of the month
Zoning Board of Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:30PM
3rd Thursday of the month
All meetings are held at City Hall, 300 Railroad Street. Meeting dates are
subject to change, call city hall to confirm dates and times.
Please visit the city’s website at https://tiffin-iowa.org/city-government/
for council packets. Note: Council packets contain draft documents for
review purposes only and are subject to change without notice.
Tiffin City Hall 300 Railroad St.
P.O. Box 259
Tiffin, IA 52340 Office Hours: 8:00 AM—4:30 PM (Monday-Friday)
Elected Officials Steve Berner, Mayor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319.545.2572
Jim Bartels, Council Member. . . . . . . . .319-545-2613
Al Havens, Council Member. . . . . . . . . . 319.545.8454 [email protected]
Peggy Upton, Council Member. . . . . . . .319.400.7323
Eric Schnedler , Council Member. . . . . .563.299.8250
Mike Ryan, Council Member. . . . . . . . . 319.400.3375
Planning and Zoning Commission Stephanie Surine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acting Chair Person
Luther Parker
Riley Williams
Beth Wolfs
Tim Yoder
Zoning Board of Adjustment Lexi Rector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chair Person
Dave Beitz
Steve Oyen
Eileen Schmidt
Christine Olney
Important Phone Numbers City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319.545.2572
Police/Fire Emergency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911
Johnson County Non-Emergency. . . . . .319.356.6800
Tiffin Post Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319.545.2729
Springmier Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319.545.2960
Street Department. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319.545.4157
Johnson County Refuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . .319.665.4498
Public Postings City Hall
Casey’s
The Depot
Morgan’s Service Solon State Bank
Do you have something you would like to share
for the next newsletter? Email us at
Facebook Pages
City of Tiffin @CityofTiffinIA
Tiffin Fire Department @TiffinFireDept
Springmier Comm. Library @SpringmierCommunityLibrary
Johnson County Sherriff's Office @SheriffJohnsonCountyIowa
City Directory
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We also offer ACH as a payment option. Your bill is debited
from your bank account on the 20th of each month. You
can find the ACH request form at https://tiffin-iowa.org/wp
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PAYMENT.pdf.
For questions contact City Hall at 319-545-2572.
Water & Sewer Service
Important Dates
15th—Meters read
20th—Payments due
21st—Late fee assessed to accounts
1st—Service billed (billing cycle is
1.5 months behind)
Forms of Payments Via mail—check or money order to PO Box 259, Tiffin, IA 52340
Debit or Credit Card—in person or over telephone (Convenience fee of 2.4% of the payment amount with a minimum $1.95)
Automated Phone Pay—call 319-545-2572, press 8 or 1-877-690-3729. You will need your account number & jurisdiction code
2513. (Convenience fee of 2.4% of the payment amount with a minimum $1.95 for credit/debit cards)
Drop box—locked box located at College Street entrance, checked twice during business hours
Direct Pay—ACH service 20th of every month
Online—debit or credit card (Convenience fee of 2.4% of the payment amount with a minimum $1.95), electronic check (no fee).
You will need your account number to set up an account.
Cash—preferably in person
Stormwater runoff comes from rainfall, melting snow and surface drainage.
Did you know your grass clippings can pollute rivers and streams? When grass clippings,
leaves and litter are left in the street they are a significant source of stormwater pollution.
The good news is you can currently purchase Yard Waste Bags at The Depot. They are $8.25
for a pack of 5. Residents can set them out with garbage & recycling.
Please only fill to dotted line with 40 pounds as the weight limit.
Lets Talk Stormwater
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Tiffin Fire Association
The Tiffin Community has been named one of the fastest growing areas in Iowa, and the local fire department is in
immediate need of Volunteer Fire Fighters and Medical First Responders to answer the call. No prior experience is
necessary to apply and volunteer participation doesn’t require a large time commitment. We train monthly to gain
skills beneficial in responding quickly and professionally to many different emergency situations. Motivated
individuals should live or work in the Tiffin area, and are encouraged to find us online at www.tiffinfiredept.com or
visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/tiffinfiredept/ for more information. This is a great opportunity to
serve the community with a truly rewarding experience. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
TIFFIN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT & FIRST RESPONDERS Note from the Fire Chief
I would like to thank everyone for your past and continuous support of the Tiffin Volunteer Fire Department and First
Responders. It is exciting to be part of the rapidly growing City of Tiffin, and 2018 was a big year for the department. Our fire
station recently grew in size to house two new fire trucks, and we continue to plan station expansions and equipment
upgrades to better serve the growing community.
The Tiffin Volunteer Fire Department was established in 1954 and serves approximately 58 square miles including the City of
Tiffin and surrounding Union and Clear Creek Townships. Our devoted members respond to an average of three hundred fire,
rescue, and medical calls per year in addition to participating in many community events and fundraisers.
The department and I greatly appreciate the generous support of our community and are currently in need of motivated
individuals to join the team. If interested, please find us on online or email me directly at [email protected] for
more information. Please consider serving the community as a volunteer with the Tiffin Fire Department. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Fire Chief Brian Detert
Tiffin Volunteer Fire Department
Training & Services Structure Fire & Rescue Vehicle Fire & Rescue
Vegetation Fire Water/Ice Rescue
Vehicle Accidents & Extrication Hazardous Materials Grain/Farm Rescue
Emergency Medical Services Blood Control & CPR
Community Events Soup Supper
Pancake Breakfast Raffle Fundraiser
Fire Prevention Week TifFun Creekfest
Tiffin Boondock Festival CCA Homecoming Parade Community Cleanup Day
Iowa Firefighters Memorial Service September 11 Memorial Service
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Community
CONTACT: Shane Von Holten Marketing Manager [email protected] 319-665-5357
South Slope Launches Fiber Network Build in Tiffin
South Slope Cooperative Communications is bringing fiber optic technology to homes and
businesses in Tiffin with construction of the network beginning in September. Tiffin residents and
business owners are encouraged to visit southslopefiber.com to sign up and learn more about fiber
internet, phone and television.
“South Slope is excited to bring fiber to Tiffin as part of our ongoing commitment to provide our
cooperative members the best way to stay connected,” said Chuck Deisbeck, CEO at South
Slope.
Fiber optic technology will enable South Slope customers to access ultra-fast internet with speeds
up to one Gigabit (1,000 Megabits per second), which is 50 times faster than the average
residential internet connection. Fast, reliable internet speeds enable customers to download
content faster, stream 4K video effortlessly and connect multiple devices - all without sacrificing
performance.
For businesses, a fiber connection brings the ability to leverage essential applications such as Voice
-over-IP (VoIP), point-of-sale transactions and high-speed file transfers. “South Slope is committed to
enabling businesses to work more efficiently by providing a reliable, fast connection on our vast
fiber network,” said Deisbeck.
During the fiber installation process, South Slope will replace its current network of copper cables
with a network of fiber optic cables, which use light instead of electricity to carry a digital data
signal. The entire project is projected to be complete by early 2020.
“Fiber offers important advantages,” said Deisbeck. “At the top of the list is fiber’s ability to provide
virtually unlimited bandwidth capacity and internet speed, enabling our customers to have a
better experience with data-intensive applications such as streaming, online gaming, cloud
storage, and working from home.”
A fiber network also comes with increased service reliability and stability. “We bury the fiber optic
cables to ensure they will endure harsh environmental factors such as sunlight, storms, snow, and
high winds,” said Deisbeck. “It provides a much more reliable network for our customers.”
South Slope staff will be at Tiffun Creek Fest on August 10th to answer questions and help people
sign up for fiber services. Look for their tent at the Tiffin ballfields from 3:30 to 5:00 pm. For more
information on the fiber project in Tiffin, visit southslopefiber.com or call SouthSlope at 319-626-2211.
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Community
New Traffic Signals on Roberts Ferry Road and Highway 6
School will be starting on August 26th and as a reminder the “No Right Turn” arrow sign panel is lit
(ON) when pedestrians are using the crosswalk. This means right turns are not permitted when the
sign is lit (ON).
Thank you to all who came out and supported Tiffin’s first National Night Out on August 6th. It was wonderful seeing so
many community members and it was a fun night for all involved.
We would like to thank all of the business who supported our event. Without their support National Night Out would not
have been such a success.
Big Country Seeds Hart Fredrick Consultants P.C.
Bounce Party Supplies Subway
Bryant’s Off 6 Sustainable Landscape Solutions
Casa Tequila The Depot Express
Costco Throttle Down
Fareway Tiffin Fire Association
Hart Family Dentistry Woodruff Construction
We apologize for running out of food. With it being our first event we were unsure of the community turn out. We know
for future events to plan on a larger attendance.
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Tiffin community members, family and friends are invited to Kinnick Stadium for the excitement of
Iowa Hawkeye football. Join other Tiffin residents for the all-inclusive Hawkeye Village tailgater. The
tailgate party package includes a game ticket as well as a full-service, all-inclusive tailgate party 2.5
hours prior to kickoff. Fans may also purchase just a discounted game ticket. For more information
visit https://bravosportsmarketing.com/product/tiffin-community-iowa-football/
Community
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Clear Creek Amana
Community School District August 20 Oak Hill Elementary Back to School Open House 4:00-6:00
CCA Middle School Back to School Open House 8:00-8:00
August 21 Tiffin Elementary Back to School Open House 4:00-6:00
North Bend Elementary Back to School Open House 4:00-6:00
Clear Creek Elementary Back to School Open House 4:00-6:00
Amana Elementary Back to School Open House 4:00-6:00
August 22 High School 9th Grade/New Student Orientation 6:00
August 26 First Day of School with 2 hour early dismissal
August 27 Two hour early dismissal
August 28 Two hour early dismissal
September 5 High School Open House 6:00-8:00
2019 School Board Elections - Clear Creek Amana Community School District
Oxford, IA – The Iowa Association of School Boards and the Clear Creek Amana Community School District urges community members of the CCA Community School District to consider running in the November 5 school board election. Public schools need strong leadership and governance to ensure a bright future for all children and communities across the state.
School board members play significant roles in their communities - they must have leadership, vision and dedication. They are charged with accountability for student learning, determining educational goals, setting policy, overseeing school finances and more. At CCA it is also important that we have leaders managing our growth.
Qualifications: Any person who is a United States citizen, 18 years of age or older, a resident of the school district (and director district) and is eligible to register to vote may become a candidate for the school board.
School board members are elected to serve four-year terms, with elections taking place in odd-numbered years. Those elected receive no pay. Experienced school board members say the rewards of service lie in meeting the needs of the children and communities.
The Clear Creek Amana Community School District has 4 seats up for election on November 5. Nominations for open seats can be filed between August 26 and September 19.
Current Seats Up For Election: At-Large: Terry Davis At-Large: Matt McAreavy District 1: Jennifer Mooney District 3: Steve Swenka
Members of the Clear Creek Amana Board of Education consists of three (3) At Large Directors, and four (4) District Directors that serve a specific geographic area of the District. A Director district map showing the boundaries of the four (4) districts can be found at https://www.ccaschools.org/BODdistrictmap.
Nomination papers for school board seats are available from the board secretary, Lori Robertson at the District Administration Office, 1486 Highway 6 NW, Oxford. CCA School board candidates must obtain the signature of at least 50 electors. More information at https://www.ccaschools.org/election2019.
For more information on rewards of board service, campaign finance disclosure law, conflict of interest, key dates and candidate education, visit www.ia-sb.org/getonboard.
Community
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Community
You can now recycle your compact fluorescent and led light bulbs at City Hall.
With the Adopt-A-Bin program you can drop off light bulbs free
of charge at any of the above locations.
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Community
SPRINGMIER COMMUNITY LIBRARY EVENTS
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER/COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY
The Family Resource Center/Community Food Pantry is located in the grey building between the CCA Middle School
and CCA High School and is accessible from the CCA Middle School parking lot.
The Mission of the Center is to involve the community in reaching and providing assistance to help feed or neighbors.
Volunteers are always welcome. Please note there is construction going on at the schools, the pantry will be closed
during construction. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/CCAfoodpantry/.
Would you like to help the Resource Center?
• Make a food donation: Non-perishable food items with dates that are not expired can be dropped off at Grace United Methodist Church, 300 W Marengo Road in Tiffin or the Family
Resource Center/Community Food Pantry during the hours listed.
• Volunteer: Contact Grace United Methodist Church at 319-545-2281.
• Donate Clothing: Clothing donations are accepted on a seasonal basis.
Hours:
Monday: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 - 11:30 AM
HOURS
MONDAY-THURSDAY 9:00-6:00
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9:00-12:00
SUMMER READING STORY HOURS
MONDAYS
10:00-11:00 CHILDRENS STORY HOUR
TUESDAYS
10:00-11:00 SCHOOL AGE
WEDNESDAY
10:00-11:00 & 12:30-1:30 SCHOOL AGE
TIFFIN COMMUINTY FUND
Are you looking for a way to get involved in the Tiffin Community, but don’t know where to start? How about joining the
Tiffin Community Fund. We meet about every two months for approximately 90 minutes. The goal of the Fund is to
take donations to our endowment fund and provide to nonprofit organizations for community projects.
If you don’t want to join but still want to help, make a tax deductible, that at times qualifies you for the Iowa Endowment
Credit, donation to the Tiffin Community Fund. Your dollars will stay in the community and benefit a program you may
already be using/involved in. Come help us build and improve Tiffin!
If you would like more information, contact Tim Orris at 319-461-1660 or [email protected].
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Community
Saturday, August 10th
Events Include:
Saturday, August 24th
8:30 Check-in/Registration
10:00 Youth Obstacle Course
2:00 Adult Obstacle Course
Live music all day and a bag tournament sponsored by Bryant’s Off 6
For more information visit their FB Page @ https://www.facebook.com/conquerthecreek/
Youth Fishing Derby - 11:00 registration, event starts @ 11:30
Parade- 1:00 line up, parade starts @ 2:00
Field Events - Open @ 3:30
Bags Tourney - 3:15 registration, events starts @ 4:00
Mackenzie Lown Color Run - 3:30 Registration, run starts @ 4:30
Police/Ambulance/Firetruck Display - 6:00-7:00
Live Music by Bernemann Brothers - 4:00-6:30
Live Music by Truffle Shuffle - 7:00-10:00
Fireworks - Dusk approx. 9:45
For More Information visit their FB Page @ https://www.facebook.com/pg/tiffuncreekfest/posts/
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Work Session 6:02 PM July 2, 2019
The City of Tiffin City Council held a work session Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Berner called the
meeting to order at 6:02 PM. Upon roll being called the following members were present: Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Eric Schnedler,
Peggy Upton, Mike Ryan. Others present City Administrator Doug Boldt, City Clerk Ashley Platz, City Engineer Ben Carhoff & others
present.
Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to approve the agenda by Bartels. Second by Ryan. All ayes, motion carried.
Discussion and Review of General Obligation Bond for Street Improvements
Discussion: City Administrator Doug Boldt presented a review of the General Obligation Bond for Street Improvements. Council
discussed the priority of projects to include in this bond issue and can push some off to the next issuance.
Discussion of Original Town Urbanization Project – Sidewalk on East Side of College Street
Discussion: Council discussed that there will be a sidewalk installed and the discussion is that we will move the sidewalk to the east
of the trees.
Discussion of Trail Detour during Construction of the I-80/I-380 Interchange
Discussion: Council discussion using a limestone type milling as a temporary trail for next spring so that bike traffic can connect to
Coralville’s trail system while the 80/380 interchange is under construction. Council consensus is to install the trail as soon as
possible.
Discussion and Review of IT Support Services Proposal – Brad Miller – Access Systems
Discussion: Brad Miller, Access Systems present for Council’s questions. Council wanted to confirm that as Tiffin grows Access
Systems can grow with us.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Schnedler. Second by Ryan. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 6:53 PM.
Regular Session 7:00 PM
The City of Tiffin City Council held a regular session Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Berner called the
meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Upon roll being called the following members were present: Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Eric Schnedler,
Peggy Upton, Mike Ryan. Others present City Administrator Doug Boldt, City Clerk Ashley Platz, Building Official Brian Shay, Public
Works Director Brett Mehmen, City Attorney Crystal Raiber, City Engineer Ben Carhoff and others present.
Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to move K 3 & k4 up ahead of D by Upton second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried. Motion to approve the amended
agenda by Upton. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.
Communications and Reports
Johnson County Deputy – Leut. Adolph- Extra patrol on Highway 6 due to the construction on HWY 6. The posted speed limit of 35
MPH is valid and will be enforced by Johnson County Sheriff. Also check on Redbird Run & Nightengale. Has been seen increased
speed but the opening of Goldfinch intersection may have fixed this.
Dick Huff- Deerview & Jackson intersection is a problem with people not stopping. Also wanted to ask the Council & Mayor monies
has been collected from the contractor.
Chris Aswegan – 242 Rolling Hills Drive – moved to Tiffin in February 2014. Woodfield Pond Project – requested to have a solution to
the pond and not just a quick fix. Discussion on dredging should fix the issue.
Consent Agenda
Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one motion without separate discussion unless a Council Member requests
separate consideration.
Approval of City Council Minutes
Approval of Liquor License Renewal – The Depot Tiffin LLC
Motion to approve City Council Minutes By Havens. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
The Depot Tiffin LLC’s Liquor License Renewal by Havens. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
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Public Hearing
Public Hearing on the Proposal to enter into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement and to Borrow Money
Thereunto in a Principal Amount not to exceed $4,500,000.
Motion to open by Upton. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Havens, Bartels, Upton, Ryan, Schnedler. All ayes, hearing opened at 7:24 PM.
Discussion: Nothing received at City Hall and no public present.
Motion to close by Upton. Second by Ryan. Roll Call: Havens, Bartels, Upton, Ryan, Schnedler. All ayes, hearing closed at 7:24 PM.
Ordinance Approval/Amendment
Ordinance No. 2019-460 – An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone a portion of the Pirkl
Property from R-1E to C-2B and M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa
A. Motion to Approve Third and Final Reading
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2019-460 – An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone a
portion of the Pirkl Property from R-1E to C-2B and M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Ryan. Second by Schnedler. Roll Call: Havens,
Bartels, Upton, Ryan, Schnedler. All ayes, third and final reading approved.
Resolutions for Approval
Resolution 2019-085 – A Resolution taking Additional Action to enter into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Agreement and
Authorizing the use of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Sale of Bonds
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-085 – A Resolution taking Additional Action to enter into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose
Agreement and Authorizing the use of a Preliminary Official Statement for the Sale of Bonds by Havens. Second by Bartels. Roll Call:
Havens, Bartels, Upton, Ryan, Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
Old Business
Resolution 2019-084 – A Resolution Approving a 28E Agreement Regarding the Temporary Connection to Forevergreen Road
No action taken.
Motions for Approval
1. Consideration of Payables List
Motion to Approve by Ryan. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
2. Consideration of City Clerk Resignation
Motion to Approve by Ryan. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
3. Consideration of Special Events Application – TifFun Creek Fest
Motion to approve the Special Events Application – TIFFUN Creek Fest on August 10th by Havens. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion
carried.
4. Discussion and Consideration of Fireworks Donation to TifFun Creek Fest and Council Action as Needed
Motion to approve the $5000 Fireworks Donation to TIFFUN Creek Fest by Ryan. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.
5. Discussion and Consideration of Hiring Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department and Council Action as Needed
Motion to approve hiring Dillon Villhauer as Public Works Maintenance Worker by Havens. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion
carried.
6. Discussion and Consideration of Hiring Office Assistant in City Hall and Council Action as Needed
Motion to approve hiring Brianna Wilkerson as Office Assistant in City Hall by Ryan. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
7. Discussion and Consideration of Hiring Building Inspector I in the Building Department and Council Action as Needed
Motion to approve hiring Nick Stitzman as Tiffin Building Inspector I by Schnedler. Second by Upton. All ayes, motion carried.
8. Discussion and Consideration of Tree Removal and Replacement at 470 Roberts Ferry Road as part of the Roberts Ferry Rd Project
Motion to approve the Tree Removal and Replacement at 470 Roberts Ferry Road as part of the Roberts Ferry Road project by Havens.
Second by Ryan. All ayes, motion carried.
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9. Discussion and Consideration of IT Support Services and Council Action as Needed
Motion to approve the Access Systems as our IT Support and Service by Ryan. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.
10. Motion to Adjourn from Regular Session into Closed Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 21.5(j) for Potential Real
Estate Purchase by Upton. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Havens, Bartels, Upton, Ryan Schnedler. All ayes, meeting adjourned to
closed session at 7:54 PM.
Motion to adjourn from Closed session into Regular Session by Schnedler. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Havens, Bartels, Upton,
Ryan Schnedler. All ayes, meeting adjourned to open session at 8:40 PM.
11. Motion to Adjourn from Regular Session into Closed Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 21.5(i) – City Administrator
Performance Evaluation by Schnedler. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Havens, Bartels, Upton, Ryan, Schnedler. All ayes, meeting ad-
journed to closed session at 8:41 PM.
Motion to adjourn from Closed session into Regular Session by Upton. Second by Ryan. Roll Call: Havens, Bartels, Upton, Ryan
Schnedler. All ayes, meeting adjourned to open session at 9:00 PM.
Reports from City Personnel
Mayor’s Report – Downtown Planning kickoff meeting with Property owners, Martin Gardener Arch, Mayor, City Engineer and Chad
Sands with ECICOG met to discuss how to move forward. Discussion about the Federal and State monies and the strings that come
may come with.
City Council Reports – public has requested more information on reasoning on delays on City Projects.
Director of Public Work’s Report – Well is not giving the capacity they expected but discussing solutions with contractor.
Building Official’s Report – Nothing to report.
City Engineer’s Report – opened the realignment for Kansas Avenue this week. Discussion on posting caution signs for the curve.
Round-about Contractors requested to have the park mowing stop removing the flags or mowing over them. Just refrain from
mowing or mow around. Seeding on Roberts Ferry Rd will be August 10th. Sidewalk on the east side is being redesigned to fix. Fire
Station Permeable Parking Lot project has been push back due to Downtown Planning Kickoff meeting to determine that scope.
City Attorney’s Report – Nothing to report.
City Administrator’s Report – City Clerk position posting at $50k. Iowa Development Board approval of Annexation of Pirkl Property.
KCRG meeting for Our Town spot on Tiffin. Week of 22 to film most of the footage. Joint Entities Agenda. E-billing & ACH Grilling
Bundle Contest. Sign up for ACH and/or e-billing to enter to win. Own the Madden property.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Ryan. Second by Havens. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 9:01 PM
Work Session 5:45 PM July 16, 2019
The City of Tiffin City Council held a work session Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Berner called the
meeting to order at 5:45 PM. Upon roll being called the following members were present: Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Eric Schnedler,
Peggy Upton, Mike Ryan (Arrived at 5:48 PM). Others present City Administrator Doug Boldt, City Clerk Ashley Platz, City Engineer
Ben Carhoff and others present.
Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to approve agenda by Schnedler. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
Park Place City Center Part One, Lot 7 – OPD Presentation – Scott Andersen
Discussion: Developer Scott Andersen, present and explained that Lot 7 will be a mirror image of Lot 1’s building which council has already approved. Developer provided rendering of the elevations and look of the building. Developer fielded questions from Building Official and Council. Discussions on not doing Lot 1 yet since the tenants wanted to be in Lot 7. Discussions on finishing in 2021.
Mike Ryan arrived at 5:48 PM
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Discussion and Review of FY 18 City of Tiffin Audit
Discussion: City Administrator Doug Boldt discussed the FY 18 Audit. Discussed the findings from the state auditor’s office and
discussion on the improvements the City has made.
Discussion and Review of General Obligation Bond for Street Improvements
Discussion: Heidi Kuhl, Northland Securities presented the Debt Book for Tiffin. Discussion on debt the City has outstanding and
discussions on the debt limit. Discussions on a conservative 5% growth rate the City will not have to raise the debt service levy.
Discussion of Additional No Parking in Tiffin Heights East
Discussion: Eric Holzhueter 572 Dakota. Presented that in the Tiffin Heights East covenants have stated that there is no overnight
parking allowed. However, this is stricter than the City’s current Ordinance. City Administrator will have Public Works assess and
recommend the placement of no parking signs in the development.
Questions from Council Members regarding items on the Regular City Council Agenda
Discussion on when Mehmen Avenue will be opening.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Ryan. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 7:02 PM.
Regular Session 7:00 PM
The City of Tiffin City Council held a regular session Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Berner called
the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. Upon roll being called the following members were present: Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Eric
Schnedler, Peggy Upton, Mike Ryan. Others present City Administrator Doug Boldt, City Clerk Ashley Platz, Building Official Brian
Shay, City Attorney Bob Michael, City Engineer Ben Carhoff and others present.
Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to approve agenda by Havens. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
Communications and Reports
Unscheduled
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is reached. If you wish to address the City Council on an item not on the agenda, please approach the lectern and give your name
and address for the public record before discussing your item.
Johnson County Deputy: Leut Adolph – confirmed will have a Deputy at the National Night Out. The speed limit on HWY 6 is 35
MPH at all times, not just during the construction times.
John Conner, 10 Ridge Dr. – Discussion on requesting the flashing lights on the water tower. Request that the lights stop flashing
because it causes distraction and is discomfort.
Dale McKeag , 302 W Goldfinch – speed limit on HWY 6. Request to have the flashing Stop Signs to place them at Roberts Ferry Rd
and Goldfinch. Traffic Lights scheduled to be operational July 30th. August 10th for seeding on Roberts Ferry Rd.
Billie McKeag – fears of head-on collision on HWY 6. Requested paint or reflective marker and barriers.
Eileen Schmidt, 506 Redbird Run. – Sidewalks not complete on Roberts Ferry Road will they be ready by school start? Should be
completed and opened before school at least on the west side.
Dick Huff – Ask questions regarding why waiting until August to seed, the DOT regulates this. But there will be temporary seeding
soon to help with runoff.
Consent Agenda
Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one motion without separate discussion unless a Council Member requests
separate consideration.
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
2. Approval of Clerk/Treasurer’s Report
Motion to approve the consent agenda which includes Council Minutes and the Clerk/Treasurer’s Report by Ryan. Second by
Havens. All ayes, motion carried.
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Resolutions for Approval
1. Resolution 2019-086 – A Resolution taking Additional Action to enter into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Agreement
and Authorizing the use of the Updated Preliminary Official Statement for the Sale of Bonds
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-086 – A Resolution taking Additional Action to enter into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose
Agreement and Authorizing the use of the Updated Preliminary Official Statement for the Sale of Bonds by Havens. Second by
Bartels. Roll Call: Upton, Ryan, Havens, Schnedler, Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
2. Resolution 2019-087 – A Resolution Approving the Final Plat of Park Place – Part Six
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-087 – A Resolution Approving the Final Plat of Park Place – Part Six by Ryan. Second by
Schnedler. Roll Call: Upton, Ryan, Havens, Schnedler, Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
3. Resolution 2019-088 – A Resolution Establishing Just Compensation for Acquisition of a Portion or an Interest in Certain Real
Property owned by TAT LLC, and Amending Resolution 2019-078 for the Forevergreen Road Construction Project
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-088 – A Resolution Establishing Just Compensation for Acquisition of a Portion or an Interest in
Certain Real Property owned by TAT LLC, and Amending Resolution 2019-078 for the Forevergreen Road Construction Project by
Havens. Second by Ryan.
Discussion: City Administrator gave background on reason for the amendment and the updated amount based on total square
footage of each easement for both Resolution 2019-88 & 2019-89
Roll Call: Upton, Ryan, Havens, Schnedler, Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
4. Resolution 2019-089 – A Resolution Establishing Just Compensation for Acquisition of a Portion or an Interest in Certain Real
Property owned by DERS, LLC, and Amending Resolution 2019-079 for the Forevergreen Road Construction Project
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-089 – A Resolution Establishing Just Compensation for Acquisition of a Portion or an Interest in
Certain Real Property owned by DERS, LLC, and Amending Resolution 2019-079 for the Forevergreen Road Construction Project by
Schnedler. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Upton, Ryan, Havens, Schnedler, Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
5. Resolution 2019-090 – A Resolution Waiving the City of Tiffin’s 2-mile Extra-territorial Review of Ruppert Valley Addition
Preliminary and Final Plats
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-090 – A Resolution Waiving the City of Tiffin’s 2-mile Extra-territorial Review of Ruppert Valley
Addition Preliminary and Final Plats by Upton. Second by Havens. Paul Ruppert – gave background as to reason for the request. Roll
Call: Upton, Ryan, Havens, Schnedler, Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
6. Resolution 2019-091 – A Resolution Setting the Date for a Public Hearing to Rezone a portion of Shamrock Center from C-2B to
M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-091 – A Resolution Setting the Date for a Public Hearing to Rezone a portion of Shamrock Center
from C-2B to M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Bartels. Second by Schnedler. Roll Call: Upton, Ryan, Havens, Schnedler, Bartels. All
ayes, motion carried.
Motions for Approval
1. Consideration of Payables List
Motion to Approve by Ryan. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.
2. Consideration of Pay Estimate #15 – Portzen Construction
Motion to Approve by Ryan. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.
3. Consideration of Pay Estimate #10 – Vieth Construction
Motion to Approve by Havens. Second by Ryan. All ayes, motion carried.
4. Consideration of Pay Estimate #1 – Rathje Construction
Motion to Approve by Havens. Second by Ryan. All ayes, motion carried.
5. Consideration of Change Order #3 – Rathje Construction
Motion to Approve and recommend not to exceed three (3) working days by Ryan. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
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6. Consideration of Pay Estimate #4 – Price Industrial
Motion to Approve by Havens. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
7. Discussion and Consideration to Approve Purchase Agreement for 2793 Highway 6, Tiffin, Iowa and Council Action as Needed
Motion to approve the Purchase Agreement for 2793 Highway 6, Tiffin, Iowa by Ryan. Second by Havens. Discussion regarding the
cross-parking agreement and the further details will need to work out with the property owner. All ayes, motion carried.
8. Discussion and Consideration to Approve Purchase Agreement for the Northerly Portion of 607 E Marengo Road
(approximately 2510 square feet), Tiffin, Iowa and Council Action as Needed
Discussion by Mayor Berner explained the driveway access that will need to be purchased. Motion to approve the Purchase
Agreement for the Northerly Portion of 607 E Marengo Road (approximately 2510 square feet), Tiffin, Iowa by Bartels. Second by
Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
9. Motion to Adjourn from Regular Session into Closed Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 21.5(j) for Potential Real
Estate Purchase by Havens. Second by Schnedler. Roll Call: Havens, Ryan, Schnedler, Upton, Bartels. Closed at 8:12 PM
Motion to adjourn from Closed Session into Regular Session by Schnedler. Second by Ryan. Roll Call: Havens, Ryan, Schnedler,
Upton, Bartels. Opened Regular session at 8:39 PM
10. Motion to Adjourn from Regular Session into Closed Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 21.5(i) – City
Administrator Performance Evaluation by Bartels. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Havens, Ryan, Schnedler, Upton, Bartels.
Closed at 8:41 PM
Motion to adjourn from Closed Session into Regular Session by Schnedler. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Havens, Ryan, Schnedler,
Upton, Bartels. Opened Regular session at 8:49 PM
Reports from City Personnel
1. Mayor’s Report – MPOjc – Corridor Rides bus pamphlets will be available at City Hall. Discussion on temporary trail with DOT.
DOT will do a quick study to see what can be done.
2. City Council Reports – Discussion on the Roundabout project discussion on timeline.
3. Director of Public Work’s Report – Nothing to report, was on vacation.
4. Building Official’s Report – New Building Inspector Nick Sitzman started Monday.
5. City Engineer’s Report – 7/30 Traffic lights should be operational. We will have signage before starting. Original Town Urbani-
zation project is moving forward. Park Rd paving will have asphalt done next week. Soil issues on Roberts Ferry Road. Round-
about going well. Soccer fields parking lot expansion should start next week. Railroad Crossing still needs pavement before
opening. Portzen is working on cleaning the tanks and may not be able to reuse parts from the old tanks to the new tanks like
thought and may cause $12k change order at Wastewater Treatment Plan Project.
6. City Attorney’s Report – Nothing to report.
7. City Administrator’s Report – Jason Dumont – Park Place Pt 3 – Final Plat wanted to be on this agenda and wanted to ask if
Council would entertain a special meeting. July 23 at 6:00 PM as a special council meeting. City Engineer advised that Dumont
is mostly done except for some minor items that are going to be addressed this week.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Ryan. Second by Havens. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 8:51 PM
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Special City Council Meeting 6:00 PM July 23, 2019
The City of Tiffin City Council held a special session Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Pro Tem Mike
Ryan called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Upon roll being called the following members were present: Mike Ryan, Al Havens,
Jim Bartels, Eric Schnedler, and Peggy Upton. Absent: Mayor Steve Berner. Others present: Deputy City Clerk Abigail Hora, Building
Official Brian Shay and others.
Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to approve the agenda by Havens. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, motion carried.
Communications and Reports
Unscheduled
If you wish to address the City Council on subjects pertaining to today’s meeting agenda, please wait until that item on the agenda
is reached. If you wish to address the City Council on an item not on the agenda, please approach the lectern and give your name
and address for the public record before discussing your item.
Consent Agenda
Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one motion without separate discussion unless a Council Member requests
separate consideration.
Resolutions for Approval
1. Resolution 2019-092 – A Resolution Approving the Escrow Agreement for Park Place Part Three
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-092 – A Resolution Approving the Escrow Agreement for Park Place Part Three by Havens.
Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Schnedler, Ryan. All ayes, motion carried.
2. Resolution 2019-093 – A Resolution Approving the Final Plat for Park Place Part Three
Motion to approve Resolution 2019-093 – A Resolution Approving the Final Plat for Park Place Part Three by Schnedler. Second by
Havens. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Schnedler, Ryan. All ayes, motion carried.
Motions for Approval
Discussion and Consideration of Sponsorship Opportunities for Our Town Tiffin and Council Action as Needed
Motion to Table Sponsorship Opportunities for Our Town Tiffin by Upton. Second by Bartels. All nayes, motion tables.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Schnedler. Second by Schnedler. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 6:12 PM