Minutes - 6/6/2017
JUNE 6, 2017, TWENTYSECOND MEETING OF THE WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. Board members present were De Witt, Pottebaum, Radig, Taylor, and Ung. Staff members present were Dennis Butler, Budget/Tax Analyst, Karen James, Board Administrative Assistant, Ed Gilliland, Human Resources Director, Abigail Sills, Assistant County Attorney and Patrick Gill, Auditor/Clerk to the Board.
The regular meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and a Moment of Silence.
Citizen concerns.
Motion by Radig second by Ung to approve the Agenda for June 6, 2017. Carried 5-0. Copy filed.
Motion by Radig second by De Witt to approve the following items by consent:
To approve minutes of the May 30, 2017 meeting. Copy filed.
To approve the claims totaling $514,093.06. Copy Filed.
To approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution approving petition for suspension of taxes through the redemption process for Carrie Rustin, 2216 Jones St., Sioux City, parcel #894721252003.
WOODBURY COUNTY, IOWA
RESOLUTION #12,568
RESOLUTION APPROVING PETITION FOR SUSPENSION
OF TAXES THROUGH THE REDEPTION PROCESS
WHEREAS, Carrie Rustin as joint titleholders of property located at 2216 Jones St., Sioux City, Iowa, Woodbury County, Iowa, and legally described as follows:
Parcel # 894721252003
LAWN RIDGE DRURY REPLAT BLK 10 LOT 4
WHEREAS, Carrie Rustin, as joint titleholders of the aforementioned property has petitioned the Board of Supervisors for a suspension of taxes pursuant to the 1999 Iowa Code Section 447.9(3) and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors recognizes from documents provided that the petitioner is unable to provide to the public revenue; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors hereby directs the County Auditor to redeem this property Parcel #894721252003 owned by the petitioner from the holder of a certificate of purchase of the amount necessary to redeem under section 447.9, and hereby directs the Woodbury County Treasurer to so record the approval of this tax suspension for this parcel.
SO RESOLVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
To approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution approving petition for suspension of taxes through the redemption process for Patricia Rowse, 2525 S. Cecilia St., Sioux City, parcel #884706302018.
WOODBURY COUNTY, IOWA
RESOLUTION #12,569
RESOLUTION APPROVING PETITION FOR SUSPENSION
OF TAXES THROUGH THE REDEPTION PROCESS
WHEREAS, Patricia Rowse as joint titleholder of a property located at 2525 S. Cecilia St., Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, and legally described as follows:
Parcel # 8847 06 302 018
ST AUBIN PLACE 4TH LOT 7 BLK 2
WHEREAS, Patricia Rowse, as joint titleholder of the aforementioned property has petitioned the Board of Supervisors for a suspension of taxes pursuant to the 1999 Iowa Code Section 447.9(3) and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors recognizes from documents provided that the petitioner is unable to provide to the public revenue; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors hereby directs the County Auditor to redeem the property Parcel #884706302018 owned by the petitioner from the holder of a certificate of purchase of the amount necessary to redeem under section 447.9, and hereby directs the Woodbury County Treasurer to so record the approval of this tax suspension for this parcel.
SO RESOLVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
To receive the appointment of Alex Watters, 3000 6th Ave., Sioux City, IA, to the City Council of Sioux City. The appointment was made on February 27, 2017, to fill the position previously held by Keith Radig, until the next regular election. Copy filed.
To approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution authorizing tax abatement for Long Lines Wireless, building on leased land for tower equipment that is no longer assessed, parcel #894430300901, taxes for 2016-2017, total $386.00 plus interest.
WOODBURY COUNTY, IOWA
RESOLUTION #12,570
RESOLUTION APPROVING ABATEMENT OF TAXES
WHEREAS, Long Lines Wireless is the titleholder of a building on leased land Parcel #894430300901 located in Woodbury County, Iowa and legally described as follows:
Parcel #894430300901
ARLINGTON TOWNSHIP B/LL PT NE SW BEING A CIRCULAR TCT COM S
WHEREAS, the above stated property has taxes payable including special assessments and the parcel is owned by Long Lines Wireless
WHEREAS, these taxes are uncollectable or impractical to pursue collection through personal judgment or tax sale.
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors sees that good cause exists for the abatement of these taxes and;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors hereby abates the taxes owing on the above parcel according to Code of Iowa, 445.16 for the taxes owed and hereby directs the Woodbury County Treasurer to abate these aforementioned taxes from the tax records.
SO RESOLVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
To approve the reclassification of Anthony Thomas, Civilian Jailer, County Sheriff Dept., effective 05-15-17, $21.61/hour, 15%=$2.88/hr. Per CWA Civilian Officers Contract agreement, from Class 2 to Senior Class due to 4 years employment and Bachelor’s Degree. Copy filed.
To receive employment agreement between Woodbury County and the Jail Alternative Coordinator. Copy filed.
Carried 5-0.
Motion by Radig second by Taylor to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign the Authorization to initiate the hiring process for Community Economic Development Director, Community Economic Development Dept., Wage Plan: $74,500-$80,000/year, and Zoning Coordinator, Community and Economic Development Dept., Wage Plan: $49,500-$54,000/year. Carried 4-1; Pottebaum was opposed. Copy filed.
A public hearing was held at 4:35 p.m. for the sale of Survey #5248. The Chairperson called on anyone wishing to be heard.
Motion by Taylor second by Radig to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Motion by Radig second by Taylor to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution for the sale of this parcel to David and Lynette Howell, 4710 Military Rd., Sioux City, for real estate survey #5248, for $4,000.00 plus recording fees. Carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, IOWA
RESOLUTION #12,571
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Woodbury County, Iowa, that the offer at public auction of:
By David W. Howell & Lynette M. Howell___in the sum of Four Thousand Dollars & 00/100 ($4,000.00)-----------------------------------------------------dollars.
For the following described real estate, To Wit:
Survey #5248
All that part of Lot 10 in the Southeast ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Auditor’s Subdivision of Section 14, Township 89 North, Range 48 West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, described as follows:
Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 12 of said Auditor’s Subdivision of Section 14; thence North 79°42’25” East along the South line of said Lot 12 and said South line projected Easterly for 443.10 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 34°55’20” West for 117.66 feet; thence North 6°10’52” West for 183.17 feet to the Northerly line of said Lot 10; thence North 79°42’25” East along said Northerly line for 62.72 feet; thence South 6°10’52” East for 290.40 feet to said Easterly projection of the South line of said Lot 12; thence South 79°42’25” West along said projected South line for 6.00 feet to the point of beginning.
Said described parcel contains 0.347 acres, more or less, which includes 0.048 acres in roadway easement and 0.064 acres in perpetual easement.
Now and included in and forming a part of the City of Sioux City, Iowa, the same is hereby accepted: said Amount being a sum LESS than the amount of the general taxes, interests, costs and penalties against the said Real Estate.
BE IT RESOLVED that payment is due by close of business on the day of passage of this resolution or this sale is null and void and this resolution shall be rescinded.
BE IT RESOLVED that per Code of Iowa Section 569.8(3 & 4), a parcel the County holds by tax deed shall not be assessed or taxed until transferred and upon transfer of a parcel so acquired gives the purchaser free title as to previously levied or set taxes. Therefore, the County Treasurer is requested to abate any taxes previously levied or set on this parcel(s).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairman of this Board be and he is hereby authorized to execute a Quit Claim Deed for the said premises to the said purchaser.
SO DATED this 6th Day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board recessed for a meeting of the Wolf Creek Drainage District.
The Supervisors meeting was called back to order.
A public hearing was held at 4:45 p.m. on the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of notes to evidence the obligation of the county thereunder.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $900,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes. Carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION #12,572
RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $900,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL LOAN
NOTES
WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, the Board of Supervisors has held a public meeting and hearing upon the proposal to institute proceedings for the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $900,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the essential county purposes, in order to provide funds to pay the costs of HVAC Automation Projects at the Courthouse and Siouxland District Health Facility, at a total cost of the projects not to exceed $1,200,000, and has considered the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to the proposed issuance of Notes; and following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the County and residents thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA:
That this Board does hereby institute proceedings and take additional action for the authorization and issuance in the manner required by law of not to exceed $900,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the foregoing essential county purposes.
This Resolution shall serve as a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 and shall be maintained on file as a public record of such intent. It is reasonably expected that the general fund moneys may be advanced from time to time for capital expenditures which are to be paid from the proceeds of the above Notes. The amounts so advanced shall be reimbursed from the proceeds of the Notes not later than eighteen months after the initial payment of the capital expenditures or eighteen months after the property is placed in service. Such advancements shall not exceed the amount authorized in this Resolution unless the same are for preliminary expenditures or unless another declaration of intention is adopted.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
A public hearing was held at 4:48 p.m. on the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of notes to evidence the obligation of the county thereunder.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $850,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes. Carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION #12,573
RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $850,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL LOAN
NOTES
WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, the Board of Supervisors has held a public meeting and hearing upon the proposal to institute proceedings for the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $850,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the essential county purposes, in order to provide funds to pay the costs of boiler and steamtrap improvement projects at the Courthouse, Trosper Hoyt Facility and Siouxland District Health Facility, at a total cost of the projects not to exceed $1,200,000, and has considered the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to the proposed issuance of Notes; and following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the County and residents thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA:
That this Board does hereby institute proceedings and take additional action for the authorization and issuance in the manner required by law of not to exceed $850,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the foregoing essential county purposes.
This Resolution shall serve as a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 and shall be maintained on file as a public record of such intent. It is reasonably expected that the general fund moneys may be advanced from time to time for capital expenditures which are to be paid from the proceeds of the above Notes. The amounts so advanced shall be reimbursed from the proceeds of the Notes not later than eighteen months after the initial payment of the capital expenditures or eighteen months after the property is placed in service. Such advancements shall not exceed the amount authorized in this Resolution unless the same are for preliminary expenditures or unless another declaration of intention is adopted.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
A public hearing was held at 4:51 p.m. on the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of notes to evidence the obligation of the county thereunder.
Motion by Radig second by Taylor to close the public hearing. Carried 4-1; De Witt was opposed.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $1,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes. Carried 4-1; De Witt was opposed.
RESOLUTION #12,574
RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $1,100,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL
LOAN NOTES
WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, the Board of Supervisors has held a public meeting and hearing upon the proposal to institute proceedings for the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $1,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the essential county purposes, in order to provide funds to pay the costs of Miscellaneous needs assessments and facility maintenance, replacement projects at the Courthouse, Law Enforcement Center, Prairie Hills Facility and Climbing Hills Facility, and has considered the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to the proposed issuance of Notes; and following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the County and residents thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA:
That this Board does hereby institute proceedings and take additional action for the authorization and issuance in the manner required by law of not to exceed $1,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the foregoing essential county purposes.
This Resolution shall serve as a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 and shall be maintained on file as a public record of such intent. It is reasonably expected that the general fund moneys may be advanced from time to time for capital expenditures which are to be paid from the proceeds of the above Notes. The amounts so advanced shall be reimbursed from the proceeds of the Notes not later than eighteen months after the initial payment of the capital expenditures or eighteen months after the property is placed in service. Such advancements shall not exceed the amount authorized in this Resolution unless the same are for preliminary expenditures or unless another declaration of intention is adopted.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
A public hearing was held at 4:54 p.m. on the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of notes to evidence the obligation of the county thereunder.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Motion by Ung second by Taylor to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $1,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes. Carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION #12,575
RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $1,100,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL
LOAN NOTES
WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, the Board of Supervisors has held a public meeting and hearing upon the proposal to institute proceedings for the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $1,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the essential county purposes, in order to provide funds to pay the costs of security technology and voting equipment projects at the Courthouse, Law Enforcement Center, Trosper Hoyt Facility and WCIC Facility, at a total cost of the projects not to exceed $1,200,000, and has considered the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to the proposed issuance of Notes; and following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the County and residents thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA:
That this Board does hereby institute proceedings and take additional action for the authorization and issuance in the manner required by law of not to exceed $1,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the foregoing essential county purposes.
This Resolution shall serve as a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 and shall be maintained on file as a public record of such intent. It is reasonably expected that the general fund moneys may be advanced from time to time for capital expenditures which are to be paid from the proceeds of the above Notes. The amounts so advanced shall be reimbursed from the proceeds of the Notes not later than eighteen months after the initial payment of the capital expenditures or eighteen months after the property is placed in service. Such advancements shall not exceed the amount authorized in this Resolution unless the same are for preliminary expenditures or unless another declaration of intention is adopted.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
A public hearing was held at 4:57 p.m. on the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of notes to evidence the obligation of the county thereunder.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Motion by Ung second by Radig to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $1,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes. Carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION #12,576
RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $1,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL
LOAN NOTES
WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, the Board of Supervisors has held a public meeting and hearing upon the proposal to institute proceedings for the authorization of a Loan Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $1,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the essential county purposes, in order to provide funds to pay the costs of constructing, equipping, and furnishing improvements for the Law Enforcement Center Jail Intake Project, at a cost not to exceed $1,200,000, and has considered the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to the proposed issuance of Notes; and following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the County and residents thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA:
That this Board does hereby institute proceedings and take additional action for the authorization and issuance in the manner required by law of not to exceed $1,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, for the foregoing essential county purposes.
This Resolution shall serve as a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 and shall be maintained on file as a public record of such intent. It is reasonably expected that the general fund moneys may be advanced from time to time for capital expenditures which are to be paid from the proceeds of the above Notes. The amounts so advanced shall be reimbursed from the proceeds of the Notes not later than eighteen months after the initial payment of the capital expenditures or eighteen months after the property is placed in service. Such advancements shall not exceed the amount authorized in this Resolution unless the same are for preliminary expenditures or unless another declaration of intention is adopted.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 6th day of June, 2017.
WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Information about overtime in Juvenile Mental Health/Teen Court Department. Copy Filed.
The Chairperson reported on the day-to-day activities.
Reports on Committee meetings.
Citizen concerns.
Board member concerns.
The Board adjourned the regular meeting until June 13, 2017.
Meeting sign in sheet. Copy filed.
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