The Kahoka City Council addressed a light agenda at its Monday, Oct. 14 meeting.
Steve Hausner of French Reneker Engineering provided updates on the city’s water system and power pole mapping project, as well as sought authorization from the board to move forward with the 2025 owner-supervised waterline replacement project. Final drawings for next year’s work are expected by the end of the year, allowing the city to order the necessary supplies.
Tonya Irvin, a St. Francisville native with tourism-related experience in the Keokuk area, spoke to the council about the possibility of establishing a tourism and visitor office in Kahoka. Irvin is seeking financial support for the office and discussed several potential locations with the council. Board members asked her to return with a more specific request.
Paul Rowe Museum board member Chuck Kerner informed the council that the museum board opposes housing the tourism office in the museum due to space limitations.
In other business, the council:
Approved several building permits.
Approved a bid for the city audit.
Heard from Police Chief Mike Newbold, who reported that TASER training is complete and the department has received its new TASERs. He also noted that officers are working on range qualification.
Heard from Fire Chief Mick Wood, who reported that the Old Settlers Pancake Breakfast raised about $2,000, which will be shared between the city and rural fire departments. Wood also said firefighters will receive first aid training through the University of Missouri and asked the council to appoint Tanner Harrison as assistant chief. The council approved the request.
Heard Alderman Les Billings request that no-parking hours around the square be changed to 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. City Attorney Brett Bozarth will draft an ordinance for next month’s meeting.
Heard Alderman Larry Young report that asphalt work on Johnson Street is complete and looks good.
Heard from John Williams, who reported that a light pole on the square was damaged in an accident and suggested using a shorter pole the city already has. The board agreed.
Heard from Ethan Horton, who reported that the street crew will begin ditch work on East Main Street this week. He also noted that the square is too narrow for two-way traffic.
Heard City Clerk Sandie Hopp report that the bid opening for the sidewalk improvement grant is scheduled for Oct. 23.
