Friday, January 30, 2009

News Items - February 2, 2009

1. FEBRUARY COMMITTEE: Agenda items for the February 9 meeting include the city hall renovation project review, Library Strategic Plan update and discussion of minimum lot sizes.

2. SQUARE REVOLVING LOAN: A loan application (packet) for $7,700 has been received for repairs to the Harlan building (102 S. Howard) located on the southeast side of the square. It will be placed on the February 17 agenda.

The loan fund was established in 2001 from a $50,000 USDA grant and $25,000 local match and is intended to stimulate square improvements.

3. I&I: Council will consider an application to the State Revolving Loan Fund for our Infiltration and Inflow costs. The schedule is anticipated as follows:

February 17th Set public hearing on proposal loan
March 2nd Public hearing& approve resolution authorizing
Additional action on loan
March 16 or April 6 Approve loan & authorize issuance of loan

The SRLF provides funding at 3.25% interest.

4. TRAILS CLUB: Indianola Parks and Rec along with Warren County Conservation are conducting a Bike and Trails Club Interest Meeting on February 4 at 7:00 pm at the Activity Center.

5. WARREN HOTEL: The loose brick has been removed and a rubber barrier has been installed for weather protection. We have reopened the alley to traffic. There will be a lien placed against the property (in foreclosure) in an amount of less than $6,000 cost.

6. FEBRUARY 17: Our next council meeting will be on the 17th due to Presidents Day. Mark your calendars.