Minutes: January 2025
City of Luxemburg
Minutes- January 6, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Dave Rueber, Matt Ramler, and Travis Bries, Andy Bockenstedt. Absent-Mike Ungs .
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for January 6, 2025 seconded by Ramler.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the minutes from December, 2024, second by Bries, Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the financial reports, receipts, second by Rueber.
RESOLUTION #2024-02 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING FIDELITY BANK, LUXEMBURG BRANCH AS THE OFFICIAL DEPOSITORY was approved on a motion from Bries, second by Ramler. Ayes-Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt
RESOLUTION #2024-01 A RESOLUTION APPOINITNG DOUGLAS HERMAN, WITH LYNCH DALLAS P.C. as the city attorney at a rate of $200.00 per hour was approved on a motion from Ramler, Second by Bries. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt.
RESOLUTION #2025-03 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ANGELA OBERBROECKLING AS CITY CLERK, motion from Bockenstedt, second by Rueber. Ayes- Bries, Ramler, Rueber, Bockenstedt.
Mayor Oberbroeckling appointed Mike Ungs as Mayor pro tem.
The mayor went over the budget numbers for the current fiscal year and the next fiscal year, discussion followed on the projects, budget numbers, new general well and where to put it, lagoons.
Mayor Oberbroeckling also had the agreement for the REAP grant that the city was awarded for the park and trail. Motion from Ramler to approve agreement and for the mayor to sign, second by Bries. Ayes-Bries, Ramler, Rueber, Bockenstedt.
The council discussed future land options for expansion of commercial and residential. Reviewed future plans and goals for the city as well.
City of Luxemburg Payroll 2024:
Andy Bockenstedt-------$350.00
Travis Bries----------------$325.00
Keith Mensen------------$5370.00
Albert Meyers------------$12,223.88
Ramona Meyers---------$373.50
Angie Oberbroeckling--$22,323.50
Roger Oberbroeckling--$2,525.00
Matt Ramler--------------$300.00
Terry Recker--------------$6885.00
Dave Rueber-------------$275.00
Mike Ungs----------------$350.00
TOTAL WAGES-----------$51,300.89
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Bries second by Ramler at 6:49 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
Minutes: February 2025
City of Luxemburg
Minutes- February 10, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Dave Rueber, Matt Ramler, and Travis Bries, Andy Bockenstedt, Mike Ungs.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for February 10, 2025 seconded by Ramler.
Ungs made the motion to approve the minutes from January, 2025, second by Bries,
Rueber made the motion to approve the financial reports, receipts, second by Bockenstedt.
Motion from Ramler, second by Bries to approve the Tobacco Device Retailer License for Luxemburg Gas Mart. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Ungs, Bries, Bockenstedt.
Building permit for Dan Zewen for driveway and sidewalk was approved on a motion from Ramler, second, Bockenstedt. Ayes-Ramler, Bockenstedt, Rueber, Ungs, Bries.
Alliant Energy DOT permit was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Bries. Ayes- Bries, Ungs, Rueber, Bockenstedt, Ramler.
RESOLUTION #2024-03 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROJECT PRIORITIES FOR THE RCTP GRANT APLLICATION PROGRAM was approved on a motion from Ramler, second by Bockenstedt. Ayes-Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt, Ungs.
RESOLUTION #2024-04 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A DUBUQUE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM GRATN APPLICATION TO ASSIST WITH THE FUNDING OF THE COMMERCIAL AVE LIGHTING PROJECT was approved on a motion from Bries, Second by Ramler. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt, Ungs.
Motion from Rueber, second by Bockenstedt to sign the agreement from Oigin Design for the platting and survey work for the simple division and acquisition plats of Lot A and 3 of Luxemburg Subdivision No.4 and Lot 2 of Luxemburg subdivision No.2.Ayes- Ungs, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt, Ramler.
The mayor went over the budget numbers for the current fiscal year and the next fiscal year. The tax rate will be about the same as last year for the property tax. Discussed the next meetings we will need to do for the budget. The council is looking at the following dates March 3,24 and April 14th.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Rueber second by Ungs at 7:01 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
Minutes: March 2025
City of Luxemburg
Minutes- March 3, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:01 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Dave Rueber, Matt Ramler, and Travis Bries, Andy Bockenstedt. Absent- Mike Ungs.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for March 3, 2025 seconded by Ramler.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the minutes from February, 2025, second by Bries,
Rueber made the motion to approve the financial reports, receipts, second by Ramler.
Motion from Rueber to approve plat RESOLUTION #2025-06 A RESOLUTION APPROVING LUXEMBURG SUBDIVISION NO.8 BEING A PART OF LOT 3 OF THE LUXEMBURG SUBDIVISION NO.4, Second by Bockenstedt. Ayes- Bries, Rueber, Ramler, Bockenstedt. Absent- Ungs.
The mayor went over the budget numbers for the next fiscal year. The tax rate will be about the same as last year for the property tax. Discussed the next meetings we will need to do for the budget. Motion from Bries to set public hearing for March 24,2025 at 6:00pm for the Max property tax rate, second by Rueber. Ayes- Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt, Ramler. Absent- Ungs.
The mayor and council reviewed the quote from Kluesner Construction for the trail and asphalt around the concession stand at park and the parking areas. The city will be using some millings and rock that we have for this project. Motion from Ramler to approve the quote and areas, second by Bries. Ayes- Ramler, Bockenstedt, Rueber, Bries, Absent-Ungs.
The quote for the pulling of the well pump and inspection and repair of the check valves will be a little over $6000.00. This was last inspected 11 years ago. Motion from Rueber, second by Ramler to proceed. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt. Absent- Ungs.
The mayor informed the council to continue to look at code book for anything that we may want to change during the codification process.
Motion from Rueber, second by Ramler to have the mayor sign the real estate extension with Donna Kramer with American Realty. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt. Absent- Ungs.
The council had further discussion on the solar lights for the trail, the mayor will get 4 ordered. The council brought up the concrete that is heaving around town that was just placed last summer. Rueber stated that the church will be a having a 150-year celebration on June 15th in the city park, all are welcome to attend.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Rueber second by Ramler at 6:33 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
City of Luxemburg-Public Hearing
Minutes- March 24, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the Public Hearing at 6:00 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Matt Ramler, and Andy Bockenstedt, Travis Bries, Dave Rueber. Absent-Mike Ungs
Ramler made the motion to approve the agenda for March 24, 2025 seconded by Bries.
Mayor Oberbroeckling stated the public hearing on the proposed max tax rate was open, the clerk had reported that no comments were received written or verbal on the levy. No public present.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Bockenstedt second by Rueber at 6:15 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
City of Luxemburg Regular Council Meeting
Minutes- March 24, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:16 pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Matt Ramler, and Andy Bockenstedt, Travis Bries, Dave Rueber. Absent-Mike Ungs.
Bries made the motion to approve the agenda for March 24, 2025 seconded by Ramler.
Bries made the motion to set April 14, 2025 at 6pm for the Public Hearing on the adoption of the new budget for FY26, second by Ramler. Ayes-all.
Building Permit for Roger Oberbroeckling for a new garage, driveway, roof was approved on a motion from Ramler, second by Rueber. Ayes-all.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Rueber second by Bockenstedt at 6:25 pm. Submitted by: Angela Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
Minutes: April 2025
City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes-Public Hearing Budget
April 14, 2025
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, Andy Bockenstedt, Matt Ramler.
Ramler made the motion to approve the agenda for April 14, 2025, second by Ungs.
The mayor opened the Public Hearing on the Budget for FY2026. There have been no comments written or verbal received on this topic. Rueber made the motion to close the Public Hearing on the budget and open the regular meeting, second by Bockenstedt.
Bries made the motion to approve the minutes from March, 2025 Second by Ungs.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by Bries.
Ramler made the motion to approve RESOLUTION #2025-06 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR FY2026, second by Rueber, ayes Bries, Bockenstedt, Ungs, and Rueber, Ramler.
The Mowing bids for the season were opened and awarded as followed on a motion from Bries, second by Ungs, Abstain Bockenstedt. “Y” awarded to Ramona Meyers on a bid of $5.75 per mow. City Hall awarded to Ramona Meyers on a bid of $7.75 per mow. Right of way awarded to Ramona Meyers on a bid of $56.75 per mow. City Park awarded to Ramona Meyers on a bid of $55.75.00 per mow. Front of lagoon awarded to Ramona Meyers on a bid of $34.00 per mow, Back of Park awarded to Carl Bries on a bid of $90.00 per mow. West left station awarded to Ramona Meyers on a bid of $7.50 per mow.
Rueber made a motion to approve the bid for the back of Lagoon awarded to Lynn Bockenstedt on a bid of $500 for one mow, $900.00 for two mows, second by Ramler. Ayes- Ungs, Ramler, Rueber, Bries. Abstain-Bockenstedt.
Ramler made a motion to approve the liquor license for Holy Trinity, second by Ungs. Ayes-Ramler, Ungs, Bries, Bockenstedt, Rueber.
RESOLUTION #2025-07 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT FOR STEFFEN SUBDIVISION 3RD ADDITION. Was approved on a motion from Ramler, Second by Rueber. Ayes- Rueber, Ungs, Bries, Ramler, Bockenstedt.
The mayor informed the council that the lot sale has been completed as of today.
Park cleanup and Arbor Day Celebration was scheduled for April 25,2025 after 5pm. Residents of Luxemburg are invited to come out and help get the park ready for the summer season. Projects will include, batting cage, mulch and dirt work, sand volleyball court. Ramler stated that the men’s softball team will be getting the diamond ready.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler, second by Rueber at 6.47 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
Minutes: May 2025
City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes-Public Hearing Budget Amendment
May 5, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the Public Hearing meeting at 6:00pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Dave Rueber, Travis Bries, Andy Bockenstedt, Matt Ramler. Absent-Mike Ungs.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for May 5, 2025, second by Bries.
The mayor opened the Public Hearing on the Budget Amendment for FY2025. There have been no comments written or verbal received on this topic. Rueber made the motion to close the Public Hearing on the budget amendment and open the regular meeting, second by Bries.
Bockenstedt made the motion to approve the minutes from April, 2025 Second by Ramler.
Bries made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by Bockenstedt.
Rueber made the motion to approve RESOLUTION #2025-08 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR FY2025, second by Bries, ayes Bries, Bockenstedt, Rueber, Ramler. Absent-Ungs
Jason White from Greater Dubuque Development was present to address the council on their services, discussion included commercial development, housing, utilities.
Building permit for Eric Zewen for storage units was approved on a motion from Ramler, Second by Bries. Ayes- Ramler, Rueber, Bries, Bockenstedt. Absent-Ungs.
Mayor Oberbroeckling informed the council of the commercial and residential updates; Progressive Structures is looking at buying additional land this year to expand their business. The council discussed land options, cost, timeframe, dirt moving, future road prep. The city is looking into TIF rebate for Progressive Structures in the future for his development and expansion.
The council discussed blacktop and concrete at the park and the trail.
Council reviewed wages for the new fiscal year, motion from Bries second motion from Bockenstedt to approve RESOLUTION #2025-09 giving a 3% wage increase to Mike Meyers, Ramona Meyers, Angela Oberbroeckling. Ayes- Bries, Ramler, Rueber, Bockenstedt. Absent- Ungs.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Ramler, second by Rueber at 7.12 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.
Minutes: June 2025
City of Luxemburg
Council Meeting Minutes
June 2, 2025
Mayor Roger J. Oberbroeckling opened the meeting at 6:00pm in the Luxemburg City Hall. Present were: Travis Bries, and Mike Ungs, Matt Ramler, Dave Rueber. Absent-Andy Bockenstedt.
Rueber made the motion to approve the agenda for June 2, 2025, second by Ramler.
Ungs made the motion to approve the minutes from May, 2025, Second by Bries.
Rueber made the motion to approve the financial report, bills, and receipts as reported, second by Bries.
Cigarette and Tobacco permit for Luxemburg Gas Mart was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Bries. Ayes-Ungs, Bries, Rueber, Ramler.
Tobacco device permit for Luxemburg Gas Mart was approved on a motion from Bries, second by Ramler. Ayes-Ramler, Bries, Rueber, Ungs.
Resolution #2025-11 A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT OF SURVEY FOR MIKE AND RHONDA UNGS was approved on a motion from Rueber, second by Bries. Ayes-Bries, Ramler, Rueber. Abstain-Ungs
RESOLUTION #2025-12 A RESOLUTION APPROVING SURVEY OF PLAT FOR JULIANNA UNGS was approved on a motion from Ramler, second by Rueber. Ayes- Rueber, Bries, Ramler. Abstain-Ungs.
Travis Augustyn from Progressive Structures, Jason White from Greater Dubuque Development were present to discuss future land purchase, development and TIF Rebates and abatements. The city attorney Doug Herman was present via phone. Travis stated he is looking at purchasing land this year, and putting new building up by 2027. Travis would like to move dirt on the land as soon as he can, but will not own land yet. Doug Herman stated we the city would put together a development agreement for the land and developer to move forward. The parties present discussed TIF rebates, abatements, rebate percentages and years allowed. Travis will put together amount of dirt to move, purchase timeline, building structure. Doug Herman will look at putting together the agreement and get samples of other sliding scales of TIF rebates to show council.
The city clerk will be contacting the companies for the city software switch and the new meter readers.
Dave Rueber reminded the council that on June 15th the church is having a celebration in the town park for all to attend.
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned on a motion from Bries, second by Ramler at 7:20 pm. Submitted by: Angie Oberbroeckling, City Clerk.