Muscatine County Board of Supervisors
Monday, January 8, 2007
The Muscatine County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 A.M. with
Shoultz, Dean, Kelly, Furlong and Watkins present. Chairperson Kelly presiding.
On a motion by Furlong, second by Dean, the agenda was approved as written. Ayes: All.
A Public Hearing was called to order at 9:00 A.M. by Chairperson Kelly on a request
from Harry W. Marx, record owner, to rezone approximately 54 acres in Fruitland
Township from R-1 Residential District to R-2 Residential District. Marx said it would be
more practical for development if it was rezoned. Furlong voiced concerns with rezoning
such a large area. Shoultz noted that the adjacent area was also R-2, and this rezoning
may help the future tax base. Watkins questioned whether Fruitland had jurisdiction over
the land within 2 miles of the city limits and if there would be city water or well hook-
ups. On a motion by Watkins, second by Dean, the Board continued the public hearing to
Monday, January 15, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. Roll call vote: Ayes: All.
Discussion was held with Clerk of Court Jeff Tollenaer and Judge Patrick Madden
regarding Courthouse space needs and security issues. Tollenaer reported the most
pressing space needs would first be for filing space, then office space. Tollenaer stated
that he would like to see both Clerk of Court offices combined on the first floor along
with a Magistrate’s Courtroom to reduce security risks. Judge Madden agreed with
Tollenaer, adding that he would like to see one entrance locked using only one entrance.
Watkins stated that it would be helpful for Tollenaer, Madden and staff from Juvenile
Probation to walk through the Courthouse to get an idea of what would work for them.
Furlong suggested appointing two Board members to work with the court offices to assist
with planning and requested it to be placed on the next agenda.
On a motion by Shoultz, second by Dean, the Board approved Resolution#01-08-07-01
Approving an Iowa County Treasurers Egovernment Alliance (ICTEA) 28E Agreement,
with Jerry Coffman. Roll call vote: Ayes: All.
The Board held their monthly meeting with County Engineer Keith White.
On a motion by Dean, second by Watkins, the Board approved the following utility
permits: Eastern Iowa Light and Power – respan existing line with new poles on New Era
Road and Vail Avenue; Eastern Iowa Light and Power – bore from existing pole in right
of way, east under N. Tipton Road to private property owned by Mike Deahr in
Bloomington Township south of 1745 N. Tipton Road; Eastern Iowa Light and Power –
set 2 poles and anchors to get away from trees in yard at 2430 Jasper Avenue. Ayes: All.
On a motion by Watkins, second by Furlong, the Board approved Agreement 06-5-HBP-
042 to allow the use of federal bridge funds to replace a bridge located on Vail Avenue
over Pine Creek. Ayes: All.
Muscatine County Board of Supervisors
Monday, January 8, 2007
Page 2
White updated the Board on various issues. Watkins stated concern regarding the rough
condition of gravel roads near stop signs.
On a motion by Watkins, second by Dean, the Board approved a contract with the Corps
of Engineers for patrol services at Clark’s Ferry and Shady Creek Recreation Areas.
Ayes: All.
First Deputy Sheriff Major Dave White discussed using the former County care facility
building as a minimum security facility to replace the work release center. Board
members will further discuss multiple options at a future date.
On a motion by Dean, second by Shoultz, the Board accepted the County Auditor’s
Report of Fees Collected for the quarter ending December 31, 2006 in the amount of
$304.02, and the County Recorder’s Report of Fees Collected for the quarter ending
December 31, 2006 in the amount of $76,422.33. Ayes: All.
On a motion by Furlong, second by Watkins, minutes of the Tuesday, January 2, 2007
regular meeting were approved as written. Ayes: All.
Committee Reports:
Dean attended the Muscatine County Commitment Process and Jail Mental Health
Committee meeting January 3
rd
.
Watkins made a motion, second by Furlong, to approve Resolution #01-08-07-02
Appointing Shoultz and Furlong as the Muscatine County Representatives to the
Muscatine County Joint Communications Commission. Dean stated that she had been on
the committee since inception and past practice had been to allow Board members to
remain on committees they have been serving on if they chose. Dean stated replacing a
Board member who wishes to retain a seat is unprecedented. Dean said she would not
like to see conflict, controversy or dissension develop over a committee appointment.
Dean also said that as a County Supervisor she represents all of Muscatine County,
including small towns and rural areas, so by replacing her on the committee she was just
being replaced by another city representative and as she has not heard any complaints
regarding her service on the committee she does not understand the problem. Dean stated
that at the last committee meeting she was elected Chairperson of this committee and
would like to serve as Chairperson. Dean added that as there are two representatives from
the City Council and two from the County Board of Supervisors, if both Board members
were replaced the new people would not have the experience or knowledge, which would
put the county at a disadvantage. Shoultz stated that he felt he should be on the
committee due to his experience with First Responders and Mutual Aid. Furlong stated
that he feels it is time for a change and there is room for improvement. Watkins stated
that although he disagrees, there is a perception to some citizens that since Dean lives in
the city and is good friends with members of the City Council that she serves the city,
which is why he made the motion. Kelly agreed with Dean and felt both members should
not be replaced at one time. Roll call vote: Ayes: Shoultz, Furlong and Watkins. Nays:
Dean and Kelly.
Muscatine County Board of Supervisors
Monday, January 8, 2007
Page 3
Discussion was held regarding the appointment of William Koellner of West Liberty to
the Board of Health for a three-year term ending December 31, 2009. Administrative
Assistant Nancy Schreiber stated that Koellner was recommended by Jane Caes of
Community Health. Furlong made a motion, second by Watkins, to table the appointment
pending advertising as with other Board appointments. Ayes: All.
The Board recessed at 10:31 A.M. and reconvened at 10:40 A.M. to hear budget requests
for FY07/08 from outside agencies with Shoultz, Dean, Kelly, Furlong and Watkins
present.
EMS – Thomas Summitt
FY06/07 Allocation $ 1,400
FY07/08 Request
$ 1,558
Law Library
FY06/07 Allocation $ 13,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 13,000
Muscatine Legal Services – Roland Caldwell
FY06/07 Allocation $ 18,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 19,000
Y-Family Program Services (young moms) – Susan Cory and Diana Broderson
FY06/07 Allocation $ 24,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 25,134
MCSA Case Coordinator – Sister Irma Ries
FY-6/07 Allocation $ 25,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 25,500
MCSA Shelter Subsidy – Mike Johannsen
FY06/07 Allocation $ 26,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 26,500
The Board recessed at 12:00 P.M. and reconvened at 1:00 P.M.
Muscatine County Fair Board – Richard Smith and Donna Hintermeister
FY06/07 Allocation $ 40,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 40,000
River Bend Transit – Randy Zobrist
FY06/07 Allocation $ 7,100
FY07/07 Request
$ 7,313
Senior Resources – Barb Kral
FY06/07 Allocation $ 39,250
FY07/08 Request
$ 40,428
Muscatine County Humane Society – Chris McGinnis
FY06/07 Allocation $ 12,000
FY07/08 Request
$ 12,000
West Liberty Development Corp – Karen Lathrop and Cindy Mays
FY06/07 Allocation $ 3,200
FY07/08 Request
$ 3,200
On a motion by Furlong, second by Watkins, the meeting adjourned at 2:35 P.M. Ayes:
All.
ATTEST:
___________________________
__________________________
Leslie A. Soule, County Auditor
Kas Kelly, Chairperson
Board of Supervisors