Minutes: January 2022

City of Luxemburg

Minutes

January 3, 2022

Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Dave Rueber, Matt Ramler, and Mike Ungs, Travis Bries, Andy Bockenstedt.

Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for January 3, 2022 seconded by Ungs.

Ungs made the motion to approve the minutes from December, 2021, Seconded by Bries.

Rueber made the motion to approve the financial reports, receipts, second by Ungs.

RESOLUTION #2022-01 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING FIDELITY BANK, LUXEMBURG BRANCH AS THE OFFICIAL DEPOSITORY was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Ramler. Ayes-Ramler, Rueber, Ungs, Bries, Bockenstedt

RESOLUTION #2022-02 A RESOLUTION APPOINITNG DOUGLAS HERMAN, WITH LYNCH DALLAS P.C. as the city attorney at a rate of $175.00 per hour was approved on a motion from Ungs, Second by Ramler. Ayes- Ungs, Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt.

The Mayor went over the budget numbers for the current fiscal year and the next fiscal year, discussion followed on the projects, budget numbers, and max levy. The Mayor went over the process for the max levy notice and numbers with the council.

RESOLUTION#2022-03 A RESOLUTION SETTING TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE IF CONSIDERING THE MAXIMUM TAX DOLLARS FROM CERTAIN LEVIES FOR THE CITY’S PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 BUDGET was set for February 7,2022 at 6pm. was approved on a motion from Bries, second by Ramler. Ayes-All.

The Mayor Roger Oberbroeckling appointed Mike Ungs as Mayor Pro Tem.

The first reading of ORDINANCE #01-2022, AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SUBSECTION 6-3A-1 AND REPLACING 6-3A-1 WITH A NEW SUBSECTION RAISING WATER RATES to $39.50 per month was reviewed by council and motion from Ramler, second by Ungs to approve increase. Rueber made a motion to waive the second and third reading and adopt the ordinance, second by Ungs. Ayes- Ramler, Bries, Ungs, Rueber, Bockenstedt.

The first reading of ORDINANCE 02-2022, AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SUBSECTION 6-2-9 AND REPLACING 6-2-9 WITH A NEW SUBSECTION RAISING SEWER RATES to $37.00 per month, was reviewed by council and motion from Ungs, second by Ramler to approve increase. Ungs made the motion to waive the second and third reading and adopt the ordinance, second by Bries. Ayes- Ramler, Bries, Rueber, Ungs, Bockenstedt.

Mayor Oberbroeckling went over the proposal for GIS mapping of city infrastructure he received from Goldfinch Geo. The council had many questions and discussion followed on the services offered. The Mayor will follow up with the company with the questions from council and we will discuss further at the February meeting.

The council reviewed the voluntary annexation agreement between the city and Dan Zewen. The Mayor will talk to Dan on utility questions from council.

City of Luxemburg Payroll 2021:

Helen Deutmeyer-------$300.00

Keith Mensen------------$7050.00

Albert Meyers-----------$10458.89

Ramona Meyers---------$284.00

Angie Oberbroeckling--$18,755.00

Roger Oberbroeckling--$2,100.00

Matt Ramler--------------$225.00

Terry Recker-------------$6,960.00

Dave Rueber-------------$300.00

Rick Steffen--------------$275.00

Mike Ungs----------------$225.00

TOTAL WAGES-----------$46,932.89

There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Steffen second by Ungs at 6:45 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: February 2022

City of Luxemburg
Minutes-Public Hearing Max Levy
February 7, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the public hearing at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Dave Rueber, Matt Ramler, Travis Bries, Andy Bockenstedt and Mike Ung at 6:05pm.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for February 7, 2022 seconded by Bockenstedt.
No comments were received written or verbal on the max levy for property tax, no one present
from the public.
Bries made the motion to close the public hearing and open the regular meeting, second by
Rueber.
Bries made the motion to approve the minutes from January, 2022, Seconded by Ramler.
Ungs made the motion to approve the financial reports bills, receipts second by Bockenstedt.
Alex Behnke and Joey Maiers representing the company Goldfinch Geo were present to address
the council and give a demonstration on the GIS infrastructure mapping system they have to offer. The
council reviewed the material and discussed the system and reviewed the contract. Motion from
Bockenstedt and second by Ramler to approve the project at the cost of $5800.00 and to have the
mayor sign the contract. Ayes- Ramler, Bockenstedt, Bries, Rueber, Ungs.
Resolution #2022-04 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MAXIMUM PROPERTY TAX DOLLARS
REQUESTED FOR FISCAL YEASR JULY 1, 2022 –June 30, 2023 was approved on a motion from Ramler,
second by Rueber. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Ungs, Bries, Bockenstedt.
Liquor License for the 4- Way Tap was approved on a motion from Bockenstedt, second by
Ramler. Ayes-Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt, Ungs.
The council and Mayor went over the new budget numbers for the FY22/23. The discussion
included the fund balances and the road work that needs to be completed. Motion from Rueber to set
March 7, 2022 for Public Hearing on the budget, second by Ramler. Ayes-all.
RESOLUTION # 2022-05 A RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM GENERAL FUND INTO PARK
FUND was approved on a motion from Ungs, second by Bries. Ayes-all.
The council was not able to make any decisions on the voluntary annexation and building permit
for Dan Zewen as we do not have any information back from the city attorney.
The council reviewed an offer they received on Lots #10, 11 in the city subdivision. The offer was
for $15,000.00 for the two lots to build a townhouse on. The council discussed offer and will make a
counter offer to the individual.
Other items the council discussed at the meeting were the RCTP grant and project to submit, the
tree assessment that was done this past year on all the trees in the city. The report stated we do have
trees that need to address due to disease, pruning issues and removal that will need to be done both in
city and residential trees.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ungs
second by Ramler at 7:24 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: March 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes-Public Hearing Budget
March 7, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the Public Hearing meeting at 6:00pm in the Luxemburg
City Hall. Present were: Mike Ungs, and Dave Rueber, Travis Bries, Matt Ramler. Absent-Andy
Bockenstedt.
Ramler made the motion to approve the agenda for March 7, 2022, second by Ungs.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing on the Budget for FY2023. There has been no comments
written or verbal received on this topic. Ramler made the motion to close the Public Hearing on the
budget and open the regular meeting, second by Bries.
Rueber made the motion to approve the minutes from February 2022, Second by Ramler.
Ungs made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Bries.
Rueber made the motion to approve RESOLUTION #2022-06 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR FY2023, second by Ramler, ayes Bries, Ramler, Ungs, and Rueber.
The council decided to not submit any projects for the RCTP grant this year as we have other
projects to finish up.
The Mayor stated he is looking into some funding options through ECIA for the Industrial road
and lighting.
The Mowing bids will be opened at the April meeting. The bid can be done per area or as one
bid for all areas. The clerk will post the notice and bids will need to be into city hall by 3pm on the 30 th of
March, 2022.
The council discussed the options from the city attorney on the two properties that have been
sitting empty since 2014. The council has decided to send a letter asking owner what their intentions are
with the property and the timeline for doing so. The clerk will also send out a letter to resident on the
large amount of campers, trailers, cars etc. on his property that needs to be addressed and removed.
The mayor will be taking to the resident that he has been receiving complaints on for parties
and loud noise, trash.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from
Rueber, second by Ramler at 7:00pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: April 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
April 4, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Dave Rueber, Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Absent- Mike Ungs, Matt Ramler
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the agenda for April 4, 2022, second by Bries.
Rueber made the motion to approve the minutes from March 2022, Second by Bockenstedt.
Bries made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Bockenstedt.
The mowing bids were opened for the 2022 season. The following bids were awarded on a
motion from Bockenstedt, second by Rueber. The”Y”- Mo Meyers $6.75 per cut. Right of Way –Mo
Meyers $58.00 per cut. Front of the lagoon-Mo Meyers-$33.50 per cut. Back (east) side of park- Carl
Bries $45.00 per cut. City Hall-Mo Meyers $8.50 per cut. City Park- Mo Meyers $54.00 per cut. West Lift
station-Mo Meyers- $9.50 per cut.
Building permit for new metal roof for Gerald Kluesner was approved on a motion from Bries,
second by Rueber.
Liquor License for Danny’s Store –Luxemburg, Liquor, Tobacco and gas was approved on a
motion from Rueber, second by Bries.
RESOLUTION #2022-07 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DESIGNATION OF SLFRF FUNDS FOR THE
CITY OF LUXEMBURG was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Bries.
Park cleanup was set for April 23, 2022 start time of 8 am. All are welcome to come help get the
park ready for the summer. The Mayor signed the Arbor Day Proclamation and set April 23, 2022 as
Arbor Day.
Kyle from the 4-Way Tap was present to go over the event he is looking into hosting at the city
park on July 15, 2022. The event will have a band playing from 7-11pm, concessions with food, possible
softball game to start the evening. The council approved the event and the charge of $250.00 for use of
the park on a motion from Bries, second by Rueber.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council that he has had a conversation with ECIA on funding
options for the road in the commercial subdivision and is still looking into options.
The council discussed the repair of the roof at city hall and the cost of shingles, metal. The
Mayor and Dave Rueber will be reaching out to contractors for a quote for this work.
The council also discussed the blacktop on N Andres and the catch basins that need to be taken
care of and will look into submitting this for the RCTP grant next year. The council also discussed the
rental fee for the basement of city hall and the need to increase this fee. The council will continue to
pursue the vacant/abandoned homes in town to find a solution to get these properties occupied and
updated.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from
Rueber, second by Bockenstedt at 6:42 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: May 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:01 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Dave Rueber, Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Matt Ramler at 6:05 pm. absent- Mike
Ungs.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the agenda for May 2, 2022, second by Bries.
Rueber made the motion to approve the minutes from April 2022, Second by Bockenstedt.
Rueber made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second
by Ramler.
Tricia Wagner and Jennifer Walker were present to address the council on the Keep Iowa
Beautiful program and what ECIA has to offer to the city. Tricia went over the programs that would
benefit the city and how they work. The Keep Iowa Beautiful program would have a 5 year commitment
and a fee of $250.00 per year. This program would help the city and future projects financially with
grant options. Motion from Bries to join this program and for the mayor to sign the agreement and
RESOLUTION #2022-08, second by Ramler. Ayes-Rueber, Bries, Ramler, Bockenstedt.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council that he has had a conversation with ECIA on funding
options for the road in the commercial subdivision and is still looking into options.
The mayor had a quote from Recker Const. for the metal roofing of city hall. The bid came in at
$5300.00 for steel panels. The quote does not include any foam under metal panels. The city will get the
cost for this before we move forward with the repair.
The Mayor received a quote from Progressive Structures on the storm sewer extension; the
quote was for 300 ft. @ $60.00 per foot.
The Mayor also informed the council of the DOT sidewalk project that they are looking at for
ADA ramps and sidewalks in the City of Luxemburg along HWY52/136, Hwy 3. The City share will be
$100,000.00, the Mayor is talking to the DOT and ECIA on this project for funding options.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council that he has had a meeting with River City Paving
and the DOT on the issues in city limits on the blacktopping project that will need to be addressed.
Rueber will be in charge of the ditch cleanup this year. Bries and Bockenstedt, Ramler will be
taking care of park cleanup this year.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Rueber at 7:05 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: June 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
June 6, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:01 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Dave Rueber, Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Matt Ramler, Mike Ungs.
Ramler made the motion to approve the agenda for June 6, 2022, second by Rueber.
Bries made the motion to approve the minutes from May 2022, Second by Ramler.
Ungs made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Rueber.
Cigarette Permit for Luxemburg Liquor, Tobacco and Gas was approved on a motion from
Ramler, second by Bockenstedt.
The Mayor discussed with the council the DOT sidewalk project that will include ADA ramps and
sidewalks in the City of Luxemburg along HWY52/136, Hwy 3. The mayor has been talking to ECIA on
funding options. The mayor went over the ARP grant that the city has sent in an application for funding
of $250,000.00 to be used for Commercial Ave, the council discussed the city portion and funding
options. The city may have to look into GO bonds to cover some of the cost.
RESOLUTION #2022-09 A RESOLUTION SETTING CITY EMPLOYEE SALARIES FOR THE NEW FISCAL
YEAR was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Bries. Ayes-all. The council also discussed the
council pay per meeting and the Mayor salary. The council decided to keep the pay per meeting at
$25.00, Rueber made the motion to increase the Mayor salary to $2500.00 per year. The clerk will have
ordinance ready for the next meeting,
RESOLUTION #2022-10 A RESOLUTION APPROVING YEAR END TRANSFERS was made on a
motion from Rueber, second by Ungs. Ayes-all.
Building permit for Matt Ramler for deck was approved on a motion from Bockenstedt, second
by Bries. Ayes-Bries, Ungs, Rueber, Bockenstedt. Abstain-Ramler.
The other topics the council reviewed were an area for a can drop off, Bries had a quote for
$800.00 to build a closed in fence area. Matt Ramler informed the council that the athletic association
has applied for grant funding for the park improvements through the McDonough Foundation. The
council and mayor would still like to keep moving on the trail in the park and have looked into a few
programs that may help with this project.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Bries at 7:23 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: July 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
July 18, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Dave Rueber, Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Matt Ramler, Mike Ungs.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for July 18, 2022, second by Ramler.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the minutes from June 2022, Second by Bries.
Ungs made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Bries.
Liquor License amendment for 4-Way Tap and Holy Trinity Parish were approved on a motion
from Bries, second by Bockenstedt.
The idea of hosting a can redemption area in Luxemburg has been brought up for discussion, the
discussion covered the topics of area to place the site, who will run and take care of site and where to
go to redeem cans. Bries had quote and ideas on material to use. Ungs will look into chain link fence.
Council would like to have Merkes Redemption pickup if available. Motion from Ungs, second by Bries to
approve and move forward with project.
Building permit for Matt Hoefler for solar panels was approved on a motion from Ramler,
second by Ungs. Ayes-Bries, Ungs, Rueber, Bockenstedt, Ramler. Building permit for Darla and Jacob
Sylvester for fence for back yard was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Ramler, the mayor
will have a discussion with resident on the need to have a gate and cleared path for the meter reading
the city maintenance will need to do every month.
The Mayor informed the council nothing new in commercial and the residential street will get in
a second lift this summer. Lansing Bros. will be working on Hill Street this summer also.
The city is looking into having a public hearing Sept.12 th for the annexation of Zewen plat.
The mayor went over the information from attorney on the houses in town that are not being
used. The council would like to know the owners intentions and they would like them to have residents
living in them.
Kyle from the 4 -Way addressed the council to thank them for allowing the event to be held in
the park. Great turnout and all went very well. Kyle made a cash donation to the city park for $500.00,
athletic club for $500.00, and the church for $500.00. Kyle is looking into next year and a possible event.
The council thanked him for all he did and how well it was everything was handled, a lot of great
feedback received.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Rueber at 6:45 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: August 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
August 1, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Matt Ramler. Absent: Mike Ungs and Dave Rueber.
Ramler made the motion to approve the agenda for August 1, 2022, second by Bockenstedt.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the minutes from July 2022, Second by Bries.
Bries made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Ramler.
Alex Behnke and Joey Maiers from Goldfinch Geo presented the council the new GIS program
and the data on Luxemburg’s infrastructure. Alex and Joey went over the program and helped the
council with the use and options.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council the update on the can redemption project, Mike
Ungs had panels for the fence and will be getting the chain link fence from New Vienna tractor pull area.
This redemption drop area will be located by the water plant next to the city park. The mayor also went
over the information he has received on the sidewalk project that the DOT is proposing, he is getting
more concrete numbers from the engineer for DOT. The city is still waiting on the paperwork from the
county before we can move forward with funding options.
Building permit for Adam Hermsen for a new driveway ,siding, and windows was approved on a
motion from Ramler, second by Bries. Ayes-Bries, Bockenstedt, Ramler.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Bris at 7:08 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: September 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
September 12, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Matt Ramler, Dave Rueber. Absent: Mike Ungs.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the agenda for September 12, 2022, second by
Ramler.
Bries made the motion to approve the minutes from August 2022, Second by Bockenstedt.
Rueber made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second
by Bries.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council that Kluesner Const. will be her in 2 weeks to put
the second lift on the road in the subdivision. The city will be getting a Purchase of Service Grant
through the county to help with the storm sewer work. Mayor also stated that the church has
approached him on the old school building and options for the space. The mayor has been looking into
funding options for the old school and will report back on any other new information. The clerk will look
into tablet options for the water and sewer department to be used for the GIS system for our
infrastructure.
Resolution #2022-12 A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE STREET REPORT was approved on a
motion from Rueber, second by Ramler, ayes-Rueber, Ramler ,Bries, Bockenstedt.
Resolution #2022-11 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE
PLANS FUND was approved on a motion from Bries, second by Ramler. Ayes- Bries, Ramler, Rueber,
Bockenstedt.
The mayor stated the annexation for Zewen property will be finalized in the next 2 months. The
city attorney is taking care of the paperwork and submitting application to the supervisors.
Trick or treat has been set for October 30,2022 from 5-7PM.
The next council meeting will be October 10,2022 at 6 pm.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Bris at 7:15 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: October 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt. Matt Ramler, Dave Rueber, Mike Ungs.
Ramler made the motion to approve the agenda for October 10, 2022, second by Bockenstedt.
Ungs made the motion to approve the minutes from September 2022, Second by Rueber.
Bries made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Ramler.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council that he had been asked about placing a townhouse
in the subdivision. The council had a discussion on lots for this and looked at the plans. The clerk will
touch base with the city attorney to get is opinion on the covenants.
Motion from Bockenstedt, second by Ramler to approve the work and bid of $20,310.00 from
Progressive Structures on the storm sewer extension, Ayes-Rueber, Ramler, Bockenstedt, Ungs. Abstain
–Bries as he is a relative of owner.
Resolution #2022-13 A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FY
ENDING June 30,2022, Motion to approve from Ramler, second by Rueber. Ayes-Bries, Ramler, Rueber,
Ungs, Bockenstedt.
Resolution #2022-14 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRE-ANNEXATION AGREEMENT AND
ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FOR VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION, SCHEDULING PUBLIC
HEARING for November 7, 2022 at 6pm was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Ramler.
Ayes- Bries, Ramler, Rueber, Bockenstedt, Ungs
The council discussed the burn pile and that it will need to be moved due to the storm sewer
extension. The council would like to see this moved as far to the east as it can go and have more
concrete blocks to contain it.
Snow Bids were opened and the bid was awarded to Progressive Structures on a motion from
Bockenstedt, second by Ungs. Ayes-Ungs, Ramler, Rueber, Bockenstedt. Abstain-Bries, as he is related to
the owner of company.
ORDINANCE #03-2022 AN ORDINANCE AMENDINGTHE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
LUXEMBURG<IOWA BY REPEALING SUBSECTION 2-4-2 AND RAPLACING SUBSECTION WITH A NEW
SUBSECTION TO INCREASE MAYOR PAY, was approved on a motion from Bries, second by Ramler.
Motion to waive second and third reading and adopt was presented by Ramler, second by Bockenstedt.
Ayes-Bries, Ungs, Ramler, Bockenstedt, Rueber.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Bockenstedt at 6:58 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: November 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
November 7, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the Public Hearing meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg
City Hall. Present were: Travis Bries, and Andy Bockenstedt Dave Rueber, Mike Ungs. Matt Ramler at
6:07 pm.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for November 7, 2022, second by Bockenstedt.
The mayor state there were no comments received on the Public Hearing for the Approval and
accepting the voluntary annexation of the Zewen property.
Motion from Rueber to close the public hearing and open the regular meeting, second by Ungs.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the minutes from October 2022, Second by Ungs.
Bries made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by
Rueber.
RESOLUTION #2022-15 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE VOLUNTARY
ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF
LUXEMBURG, IOWA, GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS THE ZEWEN PROPERTY, Motion to approve from
Rueber, second by Ungs. Ayes-Bries, Ramler, Rueber, Ungs, Bockenstedt.
Motion from Bockenstedt to set December 5,2022 at 6pm for the public hearing on the zoning
change, second by Bries. Ayes-Bries, Ungs, Ramler, Bockenstedt, Rueber.
Building permit for Thayis Althoff for a retaining wall was approved on a motion from Ungs,
second by Bockenstedt. Ayes- Bries, Ungs, Rueber, Ramler, Bockenstedt.
The mayor informed the council that he has an interested party looking into lot #15,21 in the
residential subdivision, the mayor also read the email from the city attorney regarding townhouses.
The Urban Renewal Report was approved on a motion from Ramler, second by Rueber. Ayes-
Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt, Ungs.
The mayor discussed the Highway 52 sidewalk project that will be happening in Luxemburg. The
DOT will be replacing and working on sidewalks and ADA approaches along Hwy 52, the sidewalks will be
five feet wide. The council reviewed the plans from the DOT and the mayor will let the engineers know
of the concerns from council. The project is scheduled to be let in December 2023 and the work to begin
in 2024. The parking areas will be the responsibility of the City of Luxemburg to replace and the mayor
has been looking into funding options through ECIA.
The council discussed the storage rental that we have in the basement of city hall and decided
to leave as is for now as we have had no new inquiries on storge.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from
Rueber, second by Ramler at 7:05 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.

Minutes: December 2022

City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
December 5, 2022
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:04 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall.
Present were: Travis Bries, Matt Ramler, Dave Rueber, and Mike Ungs. Absent –Andy Bockenstedt
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for December 5, 2022, second by Bries.
Ungs made the motion to approve the minutes from November 2022, Second by Ramler.
Ramler made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second
by Bries.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council that the clerk will touch base with the bonding
attorney on Monday to get his opinions on TIF and the process for bonding for the commercial road.
The mayor also stated that the DOT had sent out a new diagram for the sidewalk project to go
over. The council reviewed and discussed the project; the city will need to send an email on what exactly
we want and the areas we are looking at. The sidewalk in discussion will be from 2 nd Ave to 203 E Main,
the “Y” will not be included. The mayor also would like info on who will be responsible for any bad curb
and gutter that should be replaced during this project.
The clerk went over the CD’s that are due and the council will renew for 18 months.
Terry Recker and Mike Meyers were present to go over some issues that will need to be
addressed in water and sewer in the next year. The lift station will need a repair and we are waiting for
Krapfl Const to move forward with this catch basin leak. Terry is looking into other options available for
the reporting system that he does for the sewer. The city has 4 booster pumps at pump house that will
need to be rebuilt; the well pump has not been pulled for over 10 years for an inspection and will need
to be addressed. The lagoon will need to have a probe done to check the sludge levels. Ramler made a
motion to buy a small tablet or iPad for the water/sewer department, second by Bries. Ayes-Ungs,
Ramler, Bries, Rueber. Absent Bockenstedt.
Discussion on commercial land and restrictions for buyers, what is allowed to be built and sizes
of lots.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler,
second by Ungs at 7:03 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.