Robert McGee

The council discussed and agreed to revisit the code regarding fireworks, potentially allowing them on July 3rd and 4th. Updates were provided on library repair work. The council agreed to offer Laudner an hourly rate of $26.50 for the City Superintendent position and set the base salary for the Utility Maintenance person at $17.00 an hour. A public hearing was scheduled for the 2023-2024 budget. The council also discussed the reimbursement of costs for fencing around the water tower, nuisance abatement programs, the purchase of equipment, and a budget estimate for widening First Street North.

The council addressed committee appointments for 2025, maintaining the existing structure. They designated First Security Bank and Trust as the official depository and discussed the investment policy, which was tabled for further review. The City of Rockwell Urban Revitalization Plan was extended for another ten years. The council reviewed and approved a series of bills across various departments. Additionally, they approved a tax abatement request from The Wondering Brew and agreed to transfer additional funds to the REDC for property purchase and improvements. A public workshop was scheduled to discuss and gather input on a sidewalk improvement plan. The council also discussed street light maintenance and the shared purchase of a stump grinder with the Linn Grove Country Club.

The council discussed allocating additional funds for tree removal and approved an additional amount from the Community Betterment fund for removing dying Ash trees. They approved additional funds for the National Night Out budget and the purchase of a jump pack for the Police Department. The council approved a quote to televise the sanitary sewers. They also discussed maintenance for the Industrial Park road. The City Attorney provided guidance on nuisance property and utility bill payments. The council discussed the deer population and guidelines with the DNR. Concerns were raised about power and cameras at the pool, and the council agreed to move lighted stop signs from Elm Street to First Street South and Madison Street. The school's concerns about traffic on Second Street were also addressed.

The Rockwell City Council convened to discuss various city matters. The council approved bill payments and reviewed February receipts for different funds. Reports were given on the library carpet replacement, budget changes due to property valuation rollbacks, and a public hearing was set for the upcoming budget. Discussions included addressing community safety issues with potential camera installations on Main Street, updates on First Street work, county fencing reimbursements, and the 911 Board's budget approval and communications tower plans. The pool board's finalized job duties, return guard letters, shop cleanup, a water leak repair, and a previously discussed sewer line were also addressed.

The council discussed mowing bids for the cemetery, approving a bid from Payton Plagge. They approved the liquor license renewal for the Rockwell Legion Club, ensuring compliance with outdoor service rules. The council discussed setting up a free tote for watering flowers and set a public hearing for the 2021-2022 Budget Amendment. Nuisance properties were addressed, with plans to provide information on large item pickup. Updates were given on the pool's condition and the planned opening date. Potholes along Main Street and First Street were noted for repair. The council also discussed tiling the volleyball pit and ball diamond, repairs at the water tower, and the upcoming National Night Out event. A nuisance house with a falling chimney was reported for follow-up.