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Halloween Decorating Contest P.1 CCA—Flu Shots P.2

Community Page P.3

Business Spotlight P. 4

Fire Prevention Week P.5

Open Burning P.5

September Council Minutes P.6-7

October 2016

VOLUME 16, ISSUE 10

School is back in session! Be mindful of increased

bus and pedestrian traffic. We ask for your patience

while kids are crossing Highway 6 & Ireland Ave-

nue. It is a very big intersection and it takes time

for the kids walk. The City is currently doing traffic

studies for the Iowa DOT to pursue traffic lights and

signals .

HALLOWEEN DECORATING CONTEST

Tiffin will be having the Halloween decorating contest! Gift

Cards will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Join the

Spooky fun! Judging will take place on

Halloween Night! Contact City Hall if

you are interested in being a Volunteer

Judge! 319-545-2572

Tiffin’s Beggars’ Night

will be on October 31st

from 5pm-7pm.

Back to School

Deerview Park Construction near completion.

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Infuse Church 319-359-2222 www.infuse.church

Infuse meets every Sunday at 10:30 at the Tiffin Elemen-tary School off Hwy 6. Come enjoy fun for kids, free coffee & food, and a rele-vant life message.

This month we will also be having a few special events! Be sure to check out our website for more in-formation.

Grace united Methodist church

300 Marengo road, Tiffin, IA 52340 www.tiffingraceumc@southslope.net (319)545-2281 Pastor josh: jswaim@southslope.net Ongoing Activities

Sunday Worship—Sundays, 9:30 AM

Nursery Care Available Sunday school for Children, Youth and Adults

Sundays, 9:30 (children only) and 10:45 AM

The Edge: Where Faith Meets Life

Open to youth in grades 6-12

Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 PM Senior Games and Senior Meal

Every 2nd Monday of the month 9 AM to 12 noon games

12 noon Lunch for free will offer-ing

Men’s Bible Study Open for all men

Every Saturday. 7:00 AM

Breakfast every 1st Saturday

Alcoholics Anonymous

Every Monday 7:30-8:30 PM Trunk or Treat

Grace United Methodist Church is hosting our first Trunk -or - Treat event on Saturday, October 29th from 3pm - 5pm!

All children, ages 5th grade and below, are invited to dress up in their Halloween costumes and come to the GUMC parking lot where several groups of people will have decorated the back of their vehicle trunks for the fall season and will be passing out candy and other goodies!

Hot apple cider and baked goods will also be served inside the church!

This will be a wonderful opportunity for children and adults to experience

their community, and engage in several traditional fall activities!

Springmier Community Library 311 W Marengo Rd, Tiffin IA 52340 319-545-2960 Springmier Library: Hours: Monday -Thursday 9-6 Friday & Saturday 9-12 Programs: Preschool Story Time: Monday Oc-tober 17,24,31 9:30-10:30

Fall Fun: Grades K-5th Oct 12th 1:45-3:00 Halloween Movie: K-5 October 27 3:00-5:00

No School Fun Day K-5: Oct. 20 1:00-3:00 Teen Chess Day: Oct. 26 1:30-3:00

Teen Halloween Movie: Oct. 31 3:30-5:00

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Progressive Rehabilitation Associates had its origin in the early 1980’s. At that time Vince Eldridge and Drew Bossen, both PTs with roots in Iowa, were living and working in Cincinnati, Ohio. They envisioned a physical therapy practice in Iowa City which would serve the orthopedic needs of the area. This vision became reality in 1989 when Bossen and Eldridge opened Pro-gressive Physical Therapy and Sports Clinic of Iowa. The initial clinic was modest, yet from the beginning it was clear that Service, Access and Out-comes were the key to success in serving patients. As the Progressive name and services became more familiar in the area the original clinic was out-grown. A clinic in Tipton, Iowa was opened in the fall of 1991. The mid-1990’s brought significant change to Progressive Physical Therapy. In January of 1995 Progressive Physical Therapy partnered with Mercy Hos-pital. A new entity, Progressive Rehabilitation Associates (PRA) was formed. PRA offers a broader array of rehabilitation services, including Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology Services. The merger of staffs offered a broader continuum of patient care ranging from In-patient Care, Home

Health Care to the traditional Out-patient setting. 1995 also saw Joe Albright becoming a partner in PRA. Over the next ten years, growth continued with new clinic openings in Williams-burg, Coralville, North Liberty and the Northgate area of Iowa City.

January of 2015 brought another significant change to the organiza-tion. Founders Drew Bossen and Vince El-dridge stepped out of their ownership roles. Matt Ehler, Adam Calonder, Scott Thoma, and Travis Bielefeld have joined the ownership group, along with residing President Joe Albright and Mercy Services. These gentlemen bring a wealth of experience to continue to lead the organization for-ward in a manner set forth by the founding partners 2016 has brought more expansion for PRA. In March of 2016 our Tipton office moved to allow for expansion and to meet the higher demands of care in Cedar County. We added a 7th outpatient clinic location in Tiffin in September of 2016. The office is at 1120 Tall Grass Ave which is con-veniently located west of Clear Creek Amana High School on Hwy 6. Initial hours of operation are from 7am-5:30pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Physical Therapists Travis Bielefeld and Joe Albright are staffing the clinic. Call the clinic at 319-545-2407 to schedule your next appoint-ment with us. Today PRA employs over 100 professional and support staff serving the rehabilitation needs of East-Central Iowa. Over the history of PRA, and into the future, the fundamentals will remain unchanged. PRA is committed to unparalleled service, easy access to care, and exemplary outcomes for our patients.

L to R: Matt Ehler, Travis Bielefeld, Scott Thoma, Joe Albright, Adam Calonder

October 2016

VOLUME 16, ISSUE 10

ONLINE PAYMENTS

You can now pay your water bill online by visiting www.tiffin-iowa.org and click-

ing on the blue button located on the bottom right

hand of the screen that reads “Pay My Water Bill” .

You can pay by eCheck or Credit Card. If you use

your credit card you will be charged a $2 conven-

ience fee. If you pay by eCheck there is no fee.

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK Tiffin Volunteer Fire and First Responders would

like to remind the public about Fire Prevention

Week October 10-14. This is the time of year to

replace your smoke/carbon monoxide detector bat-

teries. Please remember to replace these detectors

every 10 years and test them Monthly! Sparky says

“Have an emergency evacuation plan in place for

your family.”

OPEN BURNING City of Tiffin will allow open burning for yard waste during weekend day-

light hours for the following dates ONLY:

October 22-23

October 29-30

November 5-6

November 12-13

Be Smart! Your fire must be attended to at ALL times. Make sure you

have your hose out and ready. No burning in ditches or on city streets.

Open burning is for yard waste only, burning of garbage is never allowed inside City limits.

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION– NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Voting in Tiffin will be held at Tiffin City Hall Council Chambers on Tuesday, November 8th, Elec-

tion Day from 7:00am to 9:00pm. Monday, November 7 is the last day for in person early voting at Au-

ditor's Office, 7:45-5:30. Mailed absentee ballots must be postmarked by Monday, November 7th. Friday,

November 4th is the deadline to request mailed ballots by 5:00pm at the Johnson County Auditor’s Of-

fice. You can visit Johnson County’s website to register online to vote. Contact your County Auditor’s

Office for more information.

Johnson County Auditor’s Office

Administration Building

913 S Dubuque St Suite 101

Iowa City, IA 52240

Phone: (319)356-6004

Office Hours: 7:45 am-5:30 pm

City Hall

(319) 545-2572

Johnson Co. Sheriff

(319) 356-6020

Public Works

(319) 631-1698

M-F: 7:30 - 4:00

Streets Department

(319) 545-4157

Building Inspector

Brian Shay

(319) 936-0512

Springmier Library

(319) 545-2960

Tiffin Post Office

(319) 545-2729

Johnson County Refuse

(319) 665-4498

Public Postings

Casey’s

Morgan’s Services

Solon State Bank

The Depot

City Hall

City Webpage

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Work Session

The City Council of the City of Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, met in a work session September 6, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Steve Berner called the meeting to order. Upon roll being called the following named council members were present: Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Jo Kahler. Absent: Mike Ryan, Peggy Upton (Arrived at 6:31 PM) . Also present: City Administrator/Clerk Doug Boldt, Deputy City Clerk Ashley Platz, City Engineer Ben Carhoff, Building Official Brian Shay, and other visitors.

Motion to approve the agenda by Bartels.Second by Kahler.All ayes, agenda approved

Daryl High with High Development gave a background of the current work being done. Received the RISE Grant and has helped with phase two which includes “Hunt Club Development” and commercial buildings along Interstate 80. Council discussed with developers the ideas proposed and addressed any concerns. Peggy Upton arrived at 6:31pm.

Doug gave a background regarding the Home Occupation & Parking ordinance which was added back on the agenda. Motion to adjourn by Kahler.

Second by Upton.All ayes, Work Session adjourned at 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

The City Council of the City of Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, met in regular session on September 6, 2016 at 7:02 p.m. Mayor Steve Berner called the meeting to order. Upon roll being called the following named council members were present: Peggy Upton, Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Jo Kahler. Absent: Mike Ryan, Also present: City Administrator/Clerk Doug Boldt, Deputy City Clerk Ashley Platz, City Engineer Ben Carhoff, Building Official Brian Shay, City Attorney Crystal Raiber and other visi-tors.

Motion to approve the agenda by Upton.Second by Bartels. All ayes, agenda approved.

Motion to amend Agenda K-4 moved up before Consent Agenda by Kahler. Second Bartels. All ayes, amended agenda approved.

Johnson County – Nothing to report. Motion to approve Consent Agenda which includes City Council Minutes by Havens. Second by Bartels.

All ayes, consent agenda approved.

Motion to open Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 2016-388 – Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of Tiffin, Iowa, Section 99.06 of Chapter 99, Charges Based on Usage by Havens. Second by Upton. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Kahler. Opened at 7:23 PM

Discussion: Nothing received at City Hall except and email asking for clarification.

Motion to close Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 2016-388 – Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of Tiffin, Iowa, Section 99.06 of Chapter 99, Charges Based on Usage by Upton. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Kahler. Closed at 7:31 PM

Motion to approve first reading of Ordinance No. 2016-384 - Ordinance Amending the Tiffin Zoning Ordinance No. 2007-287 and any Amendments Thereto, Amending Section 9.16, Home Occupation and its Definition by Kahler. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Upton. All ayes, First Reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-385 – Ordinance Amending the Tiffin Zoning Ordinance No. 2007-287 and any Amendments Thereto, Amending Section 7.04(e), Parking or Loading Space by Upton.Second by Havens. Roll Call: Havens, Kahler, Upon, Bartels. All ayes, first reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-388 – Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of Tiffin, Iowa, Section 99.06 of Chapter 99, Charges Based on Usage by Havens. Second by Upton. Roll Call: Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Havens. All ayes, first reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-389 – Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of Tiffin, Iowa, Section 92.02 of Chapter 92, Rates for Service by Bartels. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Havens. All ayes, first reading approved.

Motion to approve Resolution 2016-053 - Resolution Authorizing and Approving a Loan Disbursement Agreement and Providing for the Issuance and Securing the Pay-ment of $2,296,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2016 by Upton. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Kahler,. All ayes, motion approved.

Motion to approve Resolution 2016-054 - Resolution Approving the Participation in the Iowa Income Offset Program and Setting the Appeal Process Policy by Bartels. Second by Upton. Roll Call: Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Upton. All ayes, motion approved.

Motion to approve Resolution 2015-055 - Resolution Setting Date October 4, 2016 for Public Hearing on Designation of the Expanded Tiffin Urban Renewal Area and on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment by Havens. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Havens, Kahler, Upton, Bartels. All ayes, motion approved.

Motion to approve Resolution 2016-056 - Resolution to Set the Date September 20, 2016 of Public Hearing for Rezoning of Tiffin Heights Part Three, Lot 109 by Upton. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Havens. All ayes, motion approved.

Consideration of Payables List – Motion to Approve by Kahler. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.

Consideration of Pay Estimate #7 – SulzCo, LLC – Motion to Approve by Havens. Second by Kahler. All ayes, motion carried.

Consideration of Pay Estimate #4 – Metro Pavers, Inc. – Motion to Approve by Bartels. Second by Upton. All ayes, motion carried.

Discussion and Consideration of Donating Previous TiffinFest Funds to TifFun Creek Fest for the Start of a New Annual Tiffin Event and Council Action as Needed- Melissa owner of Bella Sala presented a request to bring back TiffinFest but rename and revamp the festival and call it Tif-Fun Creek Fest July 28 & 29, 2017. No action was taken at this time until the 501c3 certification is received.

Discussion and Consideration of Purchase of Secure Door Locks on City Hall Doors and Council Action as Needed. Motion approve the purchase of Secure Door Locks on City Hall Office Doors by Kahler. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to install fountain in the Pond off of West Goldfinch Drive by Havens. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to approve the movement of the outfield baseball fence at Field #1 at City Park by Kahler. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.

Mayor’s Report – Freeman Property – GC Holdings – behind Throttle Down, Discussion regarding the parking lot paving.

City Council Reports – potential purchase of land in original town for Town Square.

Director of Public Work’s Report – Fence at Water Plant needs replace/upgraded

Building Official Report – Update on YTD 170 permits, 19 SF, 46 Duplex, 42 Townhome units.

City Engineer’s Report – Light Poles Ireland Ave project – not to speck and cannot support banner arms and banners. Will call contractor to correct poles. Ben did the traffic study for kids walking to across HWY 6 & Ireland. Progress on the Trail.

City Attorney’s Report – Nothing new to report

City Administrator’s Report – Solar Panels are live. Water Rate flyer. Fire Association Training area Fence.

Motion to adjourn by Upton. Second by Kahler. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 8:40 PM

Submitted by: Ashley Platz, Deputy Clerk

Work Session

The City Council of the City of Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, met in a work session September 20, 2016 at 6:20 p.m. Mayor Steve Berner called the meeting to order. Upon roll being called the following named council members were present: Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Jo Kahler. Peggy Upton, Mike Ryan - (6:20 pm Phone Call). Also present: City Ad-ministrator/Clerk Doug Boldt, Deputy City Clerk Ashley Platz, City Engineer Ben Carhoff, Building Official Brian Shay, and other visitors.

Motion to approve the agenda by Havens. Second by Kahler. All ayes, motion carried.

Doug Boldt gave a run down and background of each agenda items allowing for Council questions or concerns.

Motion to adjourn the work session by Bartels. Second by Havens. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 6:57 PM

Council Meeting

The City Council of the City of Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, met in regular session on September 20, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Steve Berner called the meeting to order. Upon roll being called the following named council members were present: Peggy Upton, Jim Bartels, Al Havens, Jo Kahler. Mike Ryan (Phone Call) Also present: City Adminis-trator/Clerk Doug Boldt, Deputy City Clerk Ashley Platz, City Engineer Ben Carhoff, Building Official Brian Shay, City Attorney Robert Michael and other visitors.

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Motion to approve agenda by Bartels. Second by Kahler. All ayes, motion carried.

Johnson County Deputy present nothing to report and no questions from Council

Motion to approve Consent Agenda which includes Council Minutes by Havens. Second by Upton. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to open the Public Hearing for the Acquisition of Property Interests Necessary for the Construction of the Roberts Ferry Road Improvement Project by Havens.

Second by Kahler, Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Ryan. All ayes, public hearing opened at 7:03 PM. Discussion: Jay Anderson, Hart-Frederick Consultants – gave brief background on project and answered resident’s questions. 461 Roberts Ferry Rd (Marty & Kris Vannausdle) Concerns with parking currently not a lot of room, and when they widen they will lose parking spaces. 470 Roberts Ferry Rd- Eva Hough

440 Roberts Ferry Rd- Tim Aubrecht- questions about sidewalks, Asking about special assessment. Karen Peterson representing the Estate of 441 Roberts Ferry- Tree in front yard and offer on home. Tim Surine – 451 Roberts Ferry Rd - question about retaining wall question. Darla Bartels 421 & 476 Roberts Ferry question about the approach and the slope of the land. Amanda Potterfield- 480 Roberts Ferry Rd – concerns about the creek and plans to fix. Motion to close the Public Hearing for the Acquisition of Property Interests Necessary for the Construction of the Roberts Ferry Road Improvement Project by Havens. Second by Kahler. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Ryan. All ayes, public hearing closed at 7:36 PM

Motion to open Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 2016-390 – Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, from R-4 to R-1A for Certain Property known as Tiffin Heights – Part Three, Lot 109, Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, and as Legally Described Herein by Bartels. Second by Kahler. Roll Call: Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Upton, Ryan. All ayes, public hearing open at 7:45 PM Discussion: No comments, concerns received at City Hall. No Public present to speak. Motion to Close Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 2016-390 – Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, from R-4 to R-1A for Certain Property known as Tiffin Heights – Part Three, Lot 109, Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, and as Legally Described Herein by Havens. Second by Ryan. Roll Call: Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Upton, Ryan. All ayes, public hearing closed at 7:45 PM

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-384 – Ordinance Amending the Tiffin Zoning Ordinance No. 2007-287 and any Amendments Thereto, Amending Section 9.16, Home Occupation and its Definition by Havens. Second by Upton. Roll Call: Havens, Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Ryan. All ayes, second reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-385 – Ordinance Amending the Tiffin Zoning Ordinance No. 2007-287 and any Amendments Thereto, Amending Section 7.04(e), Parking or Loading Space by Upton. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Havens, Ryan. All ayes, second reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. . 2016-388 – Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of Tiffin, Iowa, Section 99.06 of Chapter 99, Charges Based on Usage by Ryan. Second by Upton. Roll Call: Upton, Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Ryan. All ayes, second reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-389 – Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of Tiffin, Iowa, Section 92.02 of Chapter 92, Rates for Service by Upton. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Bartels, Havens, Kahler, Upton, Ryan. All ayes, second reading approved.

Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2016-390 – Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, from R-4 to R-1A for Certain Property known as Tiffin Heights – Part Three, Lot 109, Tiffin, Johnson County, Iowa, and as Legally Described Herein by Bartels. Second by Havens. Roll Call: Havens, Kahler, Upton, Bar-tels, Ryan. All ayes, first reading approved.

Amending Resolution 2016-057 – to add to End of 2 Any offers above the appraised value requires Council Approval by Upton. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion ap-proved.

Discussion: Upton requested to add in wording regarding negotiation regarding the the appraised value. Motion to approve amended Resolution 2016-057 – Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of Property Interests Necessary for Construction of the Roberts Ferry Road Improvement Project – IDOT NO. STP-U-7662(612)—70-52 by Ryan. Second by Kahler. Roll Call: Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Havens, Ryan. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Resolution 2016-058 – Resolution Setting Date Oct 18th 2016 for Public Hearing on Designation of the Expanded Tiffin Urban Renewal Area and on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment by Ryan. Second by Bartels. Roll Call: Kahler, Upton, Bartels, Havens, Ryan. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Resolution 2016-059 – Resolution Setting a Date for Public Hearing for Amendment to the Planned Area Development Known as Park Ridge by Ryan. Second by Kahler. Roll Call: Ayes: Kahler, Upton, Havens, Ryan. Nay: Bartels, Motion carried.

Consideration of Payables List – Motion to Approve by Havens. Second by Kahler. All ayes, motion carried.

Consideration of Pay Estimate #8 – SulzCo, LLC – Motion to Approve by Upton. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.

Consideration of Application to Allow Hunting on Property in Tiffin’s City Limits – Motion to Approve by Kahler. Second by Upton. All ayes, motion carried.

Discussion and Consideration of Sanitary Sewer Service Line Repair Rebate to Larry Stratton at 203 West 2nd Street and Council Action as Needed - Motion to adjourn Upton. – requesting number from contractor regarding the cost to this sewer replacement cost in current project pricing. Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to approve purchase low bid of Secure Gate at Water Treatment Facility by Kahler.

Second by Havens. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to approve purchase Infrared Tube Heater for Park Maintenance Building by Bartels. Second by Kahler. All ayes, motion carried.

Discussion and Consideration to Waive a Portion of the Utility Bill at 265 Woodfield Drive and Council Action as Needed -Motion to adjourn to get a family member present to speak to Council by Upton. Second by Bartels. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to approve Sidewalk Completion at Deer View Avenue/Tall Grass Avenue and Highway 6 to pay for City’s Portion only not the developers portion of the side-walk by Bartels. Second by Second. All ayes, motion carried.

Motion to approve Make a Partial Payment to Clear Creek Amana School District for Upgrade of Sidewalk $50,182 by Bartels. Second by Ryan. Ayes: Bartels, Kahler, Havens, Ryan. Nays: Upton, motion carried.

Mayor’s Report – Nothing.

City Council Reports – Ryan – Informational Sign at City Hall. Upton recommends the multi-color sign and not the red on black only. Havens- Watershed Collation- GIS Map of the watershed – Needs storm water map of detention basins and any assistants need. Overall approval of from Council. Kahler- had a visitor requested to visit a few properties in Original Tiffin. Bartels- Deerview Park regarding parking spaces and Little Clippers Daycare workers parking. Upton- Light Poles and if the banners can be hung. The poles can hang the banners as intended.

Director of Public Work’s Report – Justin Fields- sample banners

Building Official Report – Brian Shay- during the next few Work Session PAD, Commercial Business List, Business Districts will be worked. New vs Old Truck only has a 5,000-6,000 difference in pricing. Spoke regarding Little Clippers Daycare parking. MS-4 requirements

City Engineer’s Report – Gave update on Trail Ph 5. Working on report HWY 6 Roberts Ferry Rd intersection – Recommendation Full light signalization or HAWK Traffic Beacon.

City Attorney’s Report - Roberts Ferry Packets will be ready shortly.

City Administrator’s Report – REAP Committee discuss the projects that submitted application and will know who was awarded on October 13th. Multiple requests from developers/builders of buildings taller than 3 stories.

Motion to adjourn by Ryan. Second by Upton. All ayes, meeting adjourned at 8:43 PM

Submitted by: Ashley Platz, Deputy Clerk

Why is the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expanding?

Tiffin’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion is a necessary improvement due to

the City’s current and projected growth along with the Dept. of Natural Resources

(DNR) regulations requiring an Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system. The current

facility can hold up to 3000 people, with the expansion we will increase our capacity

to roughly 7200 people.

What will be done during this project? This project will be accomplished in two phases.

Phase One:

New headworks building

First Step in Wastewater Treatment – This process re-duces the level of pollutants in the incoming domestic and industrial wastewater to a level that will allow the treated wastewater to be discharged into the steam, river or lake.

Upgrades to one of the City’s Lift Stations

These are used for pumping wastewater or sewage from

a lower to higher elevation. Particularly where the ele-vation of the source is not sufficient for gravity flow.

Install New Electrical Switchgear, Generator and Controls—

upgrading current outdated control system

Lagoon Sludge Removal— The Lagoons fill with sludge that needs removed periodically

Site preparation for Phase Two

Phase Two

Installation of the DNR Mandated UV Disinfection System

UV Disinfection System is an effective, safe, environmen-

tally-friendly and most effective alternative to disinfect the Wastewater VS. using Chemical Chlorine disinfection

Increase the Capacity of the WWTP for Current & Future Growth

Current Capacity = 3000 people

After Upgrade = 7200 people

How is this project being funded? This $6.5 million project is being funded by the State Revolving Fund Loan (SRF). This is a source of funding for drinking water and wastewater projects with very low interest loans for a cost-effective way to complete these improvements. This loan gives us a 0% interest for up to 3 years during the Planning & Design of this project

with no initiation or servicing fees. This loan option give the City more flexibility than other funding options. So this cost savings is passed along to our residents. With the qualification requirements of this loan the City was required to provide a Sewer Rate Study to ensure the City can show enough revenue to pay the loan notes. The City of Tiffin has not had a rate increase since 1997, nearly 20 years without any change in rates. So this rate increase will help pay for current and future expan-sions, as necessary. New Rate Structure—Water & Sewer

Presently, the City bills these utilities on a tiered scale. The current method charges one amount for usage up to a certain number of gallons. Past a certain consump-tion point, the rate decreases as it crosses into the next higher tier. With the tiered system, a consumer whose usage is at the bottom of the tier pays the same amount as a consumer whose usage is near the top of the tier even though the actual amount of usage between these two customers may vary by hundreds of gallons.

Under the new rate structure the tiered system will be eliminated and the City

will institute a base rate charge and a flow rate charge. The base rate, proposed

at $19.50 per month, is a flat fee that every utility customer will pay regardless

of usage. The flow rate, proposed at $4.75 per 1000 gallons of water used or

$0.00475 per gallon, will be tied to a consumer’s actual usage. This means that

every utility customer will pay the base rate each month plus the flow rate for

the number of gallons they use. This change to the City’s rate structure will be

fairer because consumers will only pay for their actual usage.

You can view the Bill Projector to find a residents average consumption and

the projected increase they will receive.

Our Rates have not changed since 1997 nearly 20 YEARS.

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