East Central Reporter

City of Casey City Council met Nov. 1.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The Regular Meeting of the City Council was held beginning at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Mike Nichols was present, called the meeting to order and Alderman Williams led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call:

Present: Alderman Jenkins

Alderman Mumford

Alderman Richardson

Alderman Ruffner

Alderman Williams

Alderman Wilson

A quorum was declared.

Public Forum:

None

Community Affairs:

1. Candy Canes on Main: Jeanette Huisinga and Maurah Bolin were present and went over their plan for Candy Canes on Main. They are still waiting to decided on the parade route. They also presented a list of bills that they would like the City to help cover. The City has Appropriated some money for this event.

Meeting Minutes:

Mayor Nichols looked for approval of the minutes of the October 18th, 2021 City Council Meeting.

Alderman Williams motioned approval of the minutes of the October 18th, 2021 City Council Meeting, seconded by Alderman Wilson. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Wilson, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson, Ruffner and Williams

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

Officers Reports:

Clerk Mumford presented October 2021 Bills paid in the amount of $946,310.58 for approval.

Alderman Jenkins motioned approval of the October 2021 bills paid, seconded by Alderman Mumford. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson, Ruffner, Williams and Wilson

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

Treasurer Lorton presented the October 2021 Treasurer’s Collection Deposit Report for approval in the amount of $536,964.02.

Alderman Richardson motioned approval of the October 2021 Treasurer’s Collection Deposit Report, seconded by Alderman Wilson. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Mumford, Richardson, Ruffner, Williams, Wilson and Jenkins

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

Economic Development Director Maulding gave an update on Christmas in the Park.

Chief Henderson looked for approval to purchase a State Bid Ford PI Utility vehicle in the amount of $33,770.00.

Alderman Mumford motioned approval for the purchase of a new Ford PI Utility vehicle for the Police Department, seconded by Alderman Richardson. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Richardson, Ruffner, Williams, Wilson, Jenkins and Mumford

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

New Business:

1. Finance Chairman Williams reported on the meeting held on 11/1/2021 where they went over Tax Levies and will continue working on those. They also talked about the invoice we have from Gowin Construction. Some of the Alderman would like to see a material list before paying the bill.

Alderman Jenkins motioned approval to Pay Gowin Construction bill in the amount of $11,770, pending a revised invoice with the supporting documents, seconded by Alderman Richardson. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Ruffner, Williams, Wilson, Jenkins, Mumford and Richardson

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

Unfinished Business:

1. Central Park. Resolution #110121A: A Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Real Estate (Central Park) was presented. This would authorize the sale of the Central Park lot to Casey Industries in the amount of $8,000.00.

Alderman Jenkins motioned approval of Resolution #110121A, seconded by Alderman Mumford. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Ruffner, Williams, Wilson, Jenkins, Mumford and Richardson

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

2. Fiber Optic Update: Attorney Willenborg has revised the contract and sent it back to them for review. They are interested in 306 East Alabama Lot for their hub and the Council would like for that lot to get appraised.

3. Park Committee Chairman Richardson reported on the meeting held on 10/21/2021 where they talked about the possible donation of a helicopter. They committee isn’t recommending the City pursue this as there are too many unknowns.

Alderman Reports:

Alderman Mumford was grateful they got Central Park Sold and thanked all who helped in this process. Alderman Mumford would like to have a Downtown Improvement Meeting sometime soon.

Alderman Williams had some questions on street lights out on 230th Street. He would also like to schedule a Finance Committee meeting soon.

Alderman Richardson thanked the Chamber of Commerce and Casey Library for their Halloween event they held. It had a great turnout.

Mayor Report

Alderman Nichols gave an updated on the process of finding a hotel, gave a restaurant update and grocery store update. He is also still in contact with the cannabis people about the possibility of a dispensary.

There was no further Business of the City Council for the November 1st, 2021 Council Meeting.

Adjournment:

Alderman Williams motioned to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Mumford. Upon roll call the vote was:

Ayes: 6 – Williams, Wilson, Jenkins, Mumford, Richardson and Ruffner

Nays: 0 – None

Motion declared carried

Adjournment of the City Council was at 6:56 p.m.