MINUTES OF THE ALLAMAKEE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026
(UNOFFICIAL)
Board members present: Keatley, and Clark. Byrnes absent. All members voting “AYE” unless noted.
Meeting called to order by Supervisor Clark, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
26.034-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve today’s agenda and minutes from January 12 & 14, 2026. Motion Carried.
The following people were present at various times throughout the meeting in person or via Zoom: Joseph Moses – Standard newspaper, Denise Beyer – Auditor and Clerk to Supervisors, Nicki Smedsrud, Crystal Duffy, Carmen Golay, Paige Everly, Lupita Solis, Marita Clark, Stephanie Runkle, Kristie Wiltgen, Clark Mellick, Brian Ridenour.
Public Comment: None
Treasurer Nicki Smedsrud presented an agreement with Professional Office Services for processing Motor Vehicle renewal notices.
26.035-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve Treasurer Smedsrud electronically signing the agreement for Motor Vehicle renewal notices. Motion carried.
26.036-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to accept and place on file the quarterly report for Relief and Auditor offices. Motion carried.
Marita Clark presented information about the America 250 celebration in Harpers Ferry this summer with numerous events. All non-profits in Harpers Ferry are invited to join in the planning; those who participate will be eligible for a share of the funds raised from the celebration. Clark then requested the Supervisors share information about the event and participate in the events, as well as consider making a contribution to help offset costs of advertising, etc.
Crystal Duffy, Postville librarian, shared information about Postville library, finances and programs; thanked Supervisors for funding and asked for continued funding. Carmen Golay, new Lansing librarian, shared information on library usage, programs, desire to increase after school hours, challenges with the bridge closing, finances and thanked Supervisors for continued funding. Both librarians reported increased costs of books due to losing a vendor who gave a 40% discount.
Paige Everly, spoke about the Riverview Center programming and made FY27 budget request of $3,000 and explained how the funding would be utilized. Riverview Center served 33 individuals in Allamakee County. Lupita Solis is a bilingual sexual assault advocate; she talked about the advocacy and support services offered to victims of sexual assault. They thanked Allamakee County’s law enforcement for how well they work with them.
26.037-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve resolution of subdivision plat for Regancrest Farms. Roll call: Keatley-aye; Clark-aye; Byrnes-absent. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #26.037
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
ReganCrest Farms
WHEREAS, ReganCrest Farms, owner(s) as of the January 20, 2026 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 1 IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE1/4-SE1/4) OF SECTION 34, AND LOT 2 IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW1/4-SW1/4) OF SECTION 35, BOTH IN TOWNSHIP 99 NORTH, RANGE 5 WEST OF THE 5TH P.M., ALLAMAKEE COUNTY, IOWA.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on January 20, 2026:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by ReganCrest Farms, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS January 20, 2026.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
26.038-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve resolution of subdivision plat for Gerald & Judy Sommer. Roll call: Keatley-aye; Clark-aye; Byrnes-absent. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION # 26.038
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
Sommer, Gerald J & Judy A
WHEREAS, Sommer, Gerald J & Judy A, owner(s) as of the January 20, 2026 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 1 OF LOT 3 IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 98 NORTH, RANGE 5 WEST OF THE 5TH P.M., ALLAMAKEE COUNTY, IOWA.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on January 20, 2026:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by Sommer, Gerald J & Judy A, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS January 20, 2026.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
26.039-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve resolution of subdivision plat for William & Patricia Moody Family Trust. Roll call: Keatley-aye; Clark-aye; Byrnes-absent. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION # 26.039
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
Moody, William M & Patricia M Family Trust
WHEREAS, Moody, William M & Patricia M Family Trust, owner(s) as of the January 20, 2026 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 3, LOT 4, AND LOT 5 IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4-NE 1/4) AND LOT 3 IN THE NORHTEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (NE1/4-SE1/4); ALL IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 96 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST OF THE 5TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ALLAMAKEE COUNTY, IOWA.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on January 20, 2026:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by Moody, William M & Patricia M Family Trust, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS January 20, 2026.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
26.040-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve resolution of subdivision plat for Lori Nagel. Roll call: Keatley-aye; Clark-aye; Byrnes-absent. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #26.040
RESOLUTION OF ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT of
Nagel, Lori
WHEREAS, Nagel, Lori, owner(s) as of the January 26, 2025 has submitted the attached Final Plat and supporting documents representing:
LOT 2 AND LOT 3 IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW 1/4-NW1/4) AND LOT 1 AND LOT 2 IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (SW1/4-NW1/4); ALL IN SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 97 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST OF THE FIFTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ALLAMAKEE COUNTY, IOWA.; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision to be created is located within Allamakee County, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, the owners have now requested that Allamakee County certify its approval of the final Plat of the Subdivision pursuant to Chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to the County’s subdivision requirements found in Chapter 7 of its Ordinances.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors at a regular meeting assembled on January 26, 2025:
That the final subdivision plat submitted by Nagel, Lori, Allamakee County, Iowa, and described as: (See above) is found to be in conformity with Allamakee County’s Comprehensive Plan, having given consideration to its possible burden on public improvements and to the balance of interest between the proprietor, future purchasers and the public interest, and is approved and accepted by the Board of Supervisors in and for Allamakee County, Iowa.
The final Subdivision Plat and attachments are in conformance with the subdivision platting requirements, of the Code of Iowa and the Subdivision Ordinances of Allamakee County, Iowa, with the exception of waiving the requirement of a Performance Bond for improvements and installations.
The Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and directed to endorse the Board’s recommendation of approval by certifying a copy of this Resolution for recording with said Plat and supporting documents in the Offices of the County Recorder and the County Auditor of Allamakee County, Iowa.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS January 26, 2025.
ATTEST:
___________________________ ______________________________
Chairperson County Auditor
Planning and Zoning fee schedule update will be presented for approval after Planning & Zoning approval.
Kristie Wiltgen with Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging thanked the Supervisors and reported on the services offered through NEI3A; made FY27 funding request of $7,200, or 3% of the funds invested in Allamakee County.
Ridenour requested approval of a new hire Brian Cota.
26.041-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve hiring Brian R Cota as Maintenance Person 2 beginning Feb 9, 2026 at hourly rate of $24.17. Motion carried.
Ridenour presented plan for bridge replacement on Big Foot Road.
26.042-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to approve bridge replacement plan on Big Foot Road. Motion carried.
26.043-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to set letting date of February 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. for bridge replacement on Big Foot Road and bridge repair project on Volney Road over Bear Creek. Motion carried.
No one present for Compensation Board recommendation. It will be placed on next week’s agenda.
Department Head updates: Engineer Ridenour gave department update and reminded of 6-county meeting Thursday. Sheriff Mellick gave department update; reported on water project progress at Public Safety Center. Auditor Beyer gave department update.
26.044-Motion Keatley/Second Clark to adjourn. Motion carried.
ATTEST:
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Tom Clark, Chairperson Denise Beyer, Auditor
Documents
Posted: January 21, 2026 in 2026 Board of Supervisors Minutes & Agendas