The Mt. Pleasant City Council met in regular session yesterday at 5:30pm at City Hall. Mayor Steven Brimhall called the meeting to order with Council Members Kent White, Bob Griffith, Matthew Crull, Stephen Engberg, and Terry McWilliams in attendance.
The Mayor asked for any changes and approval of routine items from the consent agenda and Old Business including the minutes of the previous meeting, paying bills, and certain routine permits—including the renewal of five Special Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for Tap This Concessions, Westside Tap, Mi Pueblo Real Catering, and Rumors—all of which the Council approved.
The Council then considered and discussed five New Business items. The Council passed and approved the following resolutions and motions:
- A resolution to set a Public Hearing on August 12th at 5:30pm to transfer the 2nd Baptist Church property to the Historic Preservation Commission 501(c)3, the Historic Baptist Church, Inc.
- A resolution designating the official location for posting public meeting notices for the City of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. City Administrator Joe Taylor explained that it will be on the door facing the alley so it can be accessed and seen through the door at all times. Frames have been ordered.
- A motion to approve the contract with Sinclair Tractor to purchase a tractor for the Public Works Department. The Personnel and Finance Committee approved the purchase. Cost of the new tractor is $84,500. Taylor clarified this is the airport mowing tractor.
- A motion approving the mayoral appointment of Kurt Moon to the Historic Preservation Commission. The term expires January 1st, 2027.
The Council did not pass a resolution directing the City Attorney to prepare an amendment to the fireworks ordinance restricting the number of days (July 3rd and 4th, and December 31st) that fireworks could be discharged in the City. After spirited consideration and discussion regarding fireworks noise, sales, and possibly wanting more public input via a ballot or survey, the resolution did not carry.
Engineer Jim Warner gave an update about the HK Sewer inspection and cleaning saying they are 90% done and have been able to successfully clear gravel, tree roots, leaves, and other debris that’s accumulated over time. He also said all the area road work was on schedule, too.
The meeting was adjourned.
The next City Council Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 12th at 5:30pm at City Hall.