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University Heights, Iowa 1302 Melrose Ave.
March 10, 2026
Proceedings of the City Council of University Heights, Iowa, held at the Community Center, 1302 Melrose Avenue,
subject to approval by the Council at a subsequent meeting. All votes are unanimous unless otherwise stated.
COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor From called the March 10, 2026, regular meeting of the University Heights City Council to order at 7:05 p.m.
Present: Mayor Louise From. Council Members: Mackenzie Dwyer, Nick Herbold, Liesa Moore, Tim Schroeder.
Staff present: City Administrator Troy Kelsay, City Attorney Steve Ballard, City Clerk Mike Haverkamp, Engineer Ryan Foley,
Police Chief Chris Akers, City Treasurer Jon Brown via Zoom, City Financial Consultant Steve Kuhl.
Absent: Council Member Doug Swailes.
Also present: Mandi Remington, Greg Stiltner.
The minutes of the February 10 regular council meeting were approved by unanimous consent.
Public Comments: The following addressed the council with their concerns:
Greg Stiltner of the Marriott Hotel announced that a new restaurant replacing The Bistro will open in June.
Legal Report: A written report was presented.
Motion by Moore, seconded by Dwyer, to approve second consideration of Ordinance No. 258, amending Ordinance No. 235 to
conform Community Police Relations Ordinance to changes in State law.
Carried.
Dwyer Aye Schroeder Aye
Herbold Aye Swailes Absent
Moore Aye
Motion by Moore, seconded by Schroeder, to approve second consideration of Ordinance No. 259, amending Ordinance No. 52
to reduce the number of members of the Tree Board from 5 to 3 and to reduce the term of office from 5 years to 3.
Carried.
Dwyer Aye Schroeder Aye
Herbold Aye Swailes Absent
Moore Aye
Motion by Moore, seconded by Dwyer, to approve Resolution No. 26-08 approving financial institutions as official depositories
and specifying limits on the maximum amount that may be deposited at each institution.
Carried.
Dwyer Aye Schroeder Aye
Herbold Aye Swailes Absent
Moore Aye
Motion by Moore, seconded by Dwyer, to approve Resolution No. 26-11 specifying authorized signatories on City financial
accounts.
Carried.
Dwyer Aye Schroeder Aye
Herbold Aye Swailes Absent
Moore Aye
City Administrator’s Report: A written report was presented.
Clerk’s Report: A written report was presented.
Treasurer’s Report: A written report was presented. All bills were approved for payment by unanimous consent.
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Warrants
February 11, 2026 – March 10, 2026
NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Akers, Christopher M Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 3031.95
Jazvin, Edis Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 1981.48
Schmerbach, Adam P Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 1371.08
Van Brogen, Matthew D Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 2574.16
Yassin, Rafeek J Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 2166.41
Akers, Christopher M Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 3031.95
Cox, Nicholas J Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 138.51
Dahm, Ryan J Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 157.82
Jazvin, Edis Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 2168.19
Macke, Matthew C Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 713.80
Schmerbach, Adam P Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 2436.91
Tucker, Darryl J Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 58.91
Van Brogen, Matthew D Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 2244.06
Yassin, Rafeek J Bi-Weekly Officer Paycheck 2706.24
Jensen, Brian A Monthly Rental Inspector Paycheck 1069.03
Brown, Michael J Monthly City Treasurer Paycheck 346.13
WELLMARK Health Insurance 6715.65
IPERS IPERS Contributions 6763.92
Internal Revenue Service Federal 941 Payroll Taxes 9409.72
Internal Revenue Service Federal 941 Payroll Taxes 1381.10
MidAmerican Energy Community Center Utilities 475.12
MediaCom Online Service 399.95
Terry Goerdt January Building Inspection Services 2000.00
Louise From Reimbursement for Letters 104.23
Hawkeye Construction January Snow Removal 9972.43
Office of Auditor of State Annual Exam Filing Fees for 2023 & 2024 350.00
Russ Boyer Construction Maintenance 1460.00
Kieck's Career Apparel Ballistic Vest 1641.00
Johnson County Refuse, Inc. February Garbage/ Recycling Service 8473.40
Resultant Workspace Business Renewal License 1071.00
Shive Hattery February Engineering Services 20,543.60
Dorsey & Whitney LLP 2025-26 GO Bond Services 13,500.00
IAMU Water Dues & Research Assess for 2026-7 843.00
Iowa City Press-Citizen Publishing Minutes December - February 522.80
Leff Law Firm, L.L.P. February Legal Services 9912.50
Galls LLC Police Uniforms 77.00
AT&T Mobility Wireless Service for Police Car 308.44
City of Iowa City Bus, Animal and Trash/Recycling Services 6223.59
Visa Car Wash, Google Suite, Grasshopper, Amazon 1742.15
MidAmerican Energy Street Lights 593.78
Speer Financial Service for issuance of bonds 8715.00
UMB Bank NA Bond Administration Fees 300.00
General Fund - $116,607.66 Employee Benefits Fund - $13,479.57 Road Use Tax - $593.78
Capital Projects - $23,865.50 Debt Service - $ 9015.00
Total Receipts - $80,723.75 Total Warrants - $163,561.51
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Finance: City Financial Consultant Steve Kuhl reviewed the FY27 budget timeline and highlighted increases in the budget for
FY27. Council will hold three special meetings on March 31: a public hearing on the proposed tax levy, to discuss the FY27
budget, and to set a public hearing for adoption of the full budget.
Community Protection: Chief Akers presented a written report.
Streets and Sidewalks: Engineer Foley presented a written report.
Building, Zoning, Sanitation: The rental housing inspector submitted a written report.
eGovernment: Council Member Moore presented a written report.
Announcements:
Leaf vacuuming is scheduled for April 6. Details are on the City website.
Curtis Schoenthaler will be overseeing the City Garden on Melrose Avenue this year. This project does not receive any City
funding. Donations are appreciated.
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 8:14 p.m.
Attest: Michael Haverkamp, City Clerk Approved: Louise A. From, Mayor
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