Mayor Jeff Adamson called the regularly scheduled Eitzen City Council meeting to order at 6 p.m. on June 10. Among the highlights of the meeting were updates on the town’s much-anticipated Fourth of July celebration and discussions surrounding the proposed improvements to the Eitzen Community Center.
Mayor Adamson lightheartedly confirmed that the straps on his stilts are good to go, meaning unless there is strong wind, parade-goers can expect to see him entertaining the crowds again.
Richie Meiners and Ethan Lapham of the Eitzen Lions Club attended the meeting to provide updates on this year’s Independence Day celebration. New this year is a car show on the evening of Thursday, July 3, which will feature classic and newer cars, trucks, bikes and semitrucks. The show will run from 5 p.m. until dark, with vehicles displayed along Iowa street and extending down toward Floor Guys, with overflow in the Hammell’s lot. There is no entry fee to participate. Mayor Adamson remarked that it would be “cool” if there were an overflow turnout.
The Lions Club is also leading the concession/ticket booth project at the ball diamond. The project is expected to be completed by next spring, with labor provided by the club to reducecosts. The city had previously committed $20,000 toward the project.
Chad Myhre, Myhre Construction, was also present to discuss a zoning variance. He’s seeking a two-foot variance to the west for a planned addition to his home, as it encroaches on the property line. He was informed that the property owners would need to sign off. Myhre also offered his company’s help with any projects needing completion ahead of the July 4th celebration, continuing his tradition of volunteering time and resources for the community.
In attendance at the meeting were council members Emily Burrichter, Doug Meyer, Mitch Luttchens and Mitch Lange, along with Mayor Jeff Adamson. City Clerk Steve Schuldt and Maintenance Supervisor Darryl Meyer were also present.
On the agenda was ongoing discussion of the proposed community center improvement project. Richie Meiners, who also owns Meiners Construction LLC expressed his interest in submitting a bid after receiving the building plans. However, he informed the council he would be unable to begin the work for at least six months due to other commitments. Given the need for the roof to be completed before winter and the current event schedule, the council agreed that September would be an ideal start date.
The council decided to table any official action on the project until the July meeting, unless a special session is called sooner. Council member Luttchens voiced confidence in securing the necessary funds, state he would assemble the financial details for the board.
Unfinished business also included an update on two pending issues; the city has yet to receive a response from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding a citation, and is still awaiting word from GSS, Inc., on a proposed telecommunications tower and emergency services.
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes from the May 13 meeting, and the May financial reports. Maintenance Supervisor Darryl Meyer reported that all is well with the city’s infrastructure.
Looking ahead, the dedication ceremony for the Habitat for Humanity house is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15. The event will begin at 3 p.m., with the official ceremony starting at 3:30 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 7 p.m., following the approval of the monthly bills.
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