Minutes of the City of Crescent Regular Council Meeting
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Meeting called to order at 7:00p.m. by Mayor Chuck Hildreth. Council members present: Aldrich, Flott, Hargens, Powers and Schmidt. Fire Chief Peterson present.
CONSENT AGENDA
Move guest to front. Motion by Flott to approve, seconded by Schmidt; Aldrich, Hargens, Powers; all ayes. Motion carried.
GUEST
Mark Shoemaker, candidate for Pott. Co. Supervisor addressed Council and audience. Shared his background and goals for Pott. Co.
RESOLUTION 153-2026
Renewal of Annual Policies and Proceduresax balance included. Motion by Hargens to approve, seconded by Flott; Aldrich, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 154-2026
Acceptance of Planning Commission Approvals/Denials
a. ACCESSORY BUILDING PERMIT
D. Bergman for 208 E. Welch. Adjustments made to comply with setbacks. Approved via email by P&Z. Motion by Hargens to approve, seconded by Aldrich; Flott, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 0309-2026
Water Rate Increase
1st Reading. Motion by Flott to approve, seconded by Hargens; Aldrich, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 0309-2026
Water Rate Increase
2nd Reading. Motion by Flott to waive 2nd reading, seconded by Schmidt; Aldrich, Hargens, Powers; all ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 0309-2026
Water Rate Increase
3rd Reading. Motion by Flott to waive 3rd reading, seconded by Aldrich; Hargens, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 0310-2026
Vacate portion of Tremont St.
1st Reading. Motion by Flott to approve, seconded by Schmidt; Aldrich, Hargens, Powers; all ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 0310-2026
Vacate portion of Tremont St.
2nd Reading. Motion by Flott to waive 2nd reading, seconded by Hargens; Aldrich, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 0310-2026
Vacate portion of Tremont St.
3rd Reading. Motion by Flott to waive 3rd reading, seconded by Aldrich; Hargens, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
MOTION
Sewer refund for 111 E. Florence since water was shut off. Motion by Flott to approve, seconded by Hargens; Aldrich, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION
Multiple bank interest rates have been compared. Will finalize decision at April council meeting.
DISCUSSION – BOD Levels in Water
BOD levels in water system are high once again. Will do additional water tests to pinpoint the cause.
REMINDER – Tax Levy Hearing
Tax Levy Hearing set for March 30th at 6:30p. Will set Budget Adoption Date on March 30th at 6:45p.
FYI – A group NIMS Course
A group NIMS Course schedule to be supplied by Pott. Co. EMS in next few weeks.
FYI – City Park Dedication Ceremony
City Park Dedication Ceremony will be set for this summer/fall.
FYI – 2026 Iowa Rural Summit
2026 Iowa Rural Summit scheduled for April 9th-10th.
FYI – Comprehensive Plan Meeting
Comprehensive Plan Meeting – Tuesday, March 10th, 6pm.
MAYOR
Water tower repairs will begin end of April. Moving WWTF to far northwest corner of lagoon area in order to save a considerable amount of money. Plant will be shipped last week of this month. New cover for salt shed will be put up next week. Ball shed is done. Field is currently too wet to use. Worked on blocking continued mouse damage at lift station generator. Hired Western Utilities to add dead heads to water line and help find water line at the park.
MAINTENANCE
Report submitted. Will keep ball diamond closed till ground dries.
PEOPLESERVICE
Report submitted.
PARK BOARD
No Report.
CVFD
20 calls for January, 49 so far this year. Helped Underwood with several fires. Only 3 calls at the Ski Hills this year.
PUBLIC FORUM
Kris Spratt has natural stone if city needs any.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Hargens, seconded by Aldrich to adjourn; Flott, Powers, Schmidt; all ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.