by Mari Radtke
The Archer Council met July 15 for a delayed regular council meeting. Council held a thorough discussion of the status of garbage accounts throughout town. Certain additional information is to be collected. Once received, a decision about which accounts to collect from property taxes will be made. Following the delinquent account discussion, council held its first reading to increase the garbage rates from $45 per quarter to $53 per quarter. The landfill increased its tonnage cost to the community, putting Archer below cost with its current pricing. A second reading of the ordinance is expected to be held at the next regular council meeting on August 13.
The planned vendor fair to be held in August will not happen. Effort is underway to consider scheduling it in conjunction with the First Reformed Church event in the fall.
An individual had expressed interest in purchasing city property. A follow-up to be certain of that individual’s commitment will be done before moving forward with property sale procedures.
City Clerk Sandy Fritz reported information about the insurance coverage. Council had requested information to consider covering the flashing crosswalk signs, the depot and the old bus barn. ICAP, the insurance carrier requested additional information.
A dumpster is available for Archer citizens to dispose of items damaged from flood or water damage in the June flooding event. The dumpster will remain in place through August. No electronics, tires, appliances or HHM items can be placed into the dumpster only junk. There will not be a fall clean up day.