City of Brooklyn, IA

06/05/2026

Dog found near West Des Moines Street. Please contact Jenny Fiebelkorn she currently has it on her front porch and is desperately trying to find the owners.

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

BROOKLYN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION MEETING
Monday June 1, 2026
At 6:00 P.M.
138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA

The Brooklyn City Council met in regular session on Monday June 1, 2026 in the Municipal Building at 138 Jackson Street with Mayor VanTomme opening the meeting at 6:00 P.M. with Councilmen W***y Wonick, Matt Goodrich, Leah Keller and Skip Solem. Absent: Bill McLain. Others present: Brian VanTomme-Supt. of Public Works and Sheri Sharer- City Clerk.

AGENDA
Motion by Wonick, 2nd by Keller to approve the Regular council meeting minutes from May 18, 2026. All Ayes, Motion carried.

FINANCE
Motion by Goodrich, 2nd by Solem to approve the following claims. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Audas Supply, recycling 13,371.50
Brooklyn Lumber, spade 31.99
Brooklyn Mun. Utilities 3,998.56
Brooklyn Mun. Utilities, billing fee 284.50
Brooklyn Telecommunications 344.49
Cintas Loc 22M, rug contract 130.08
East Poweshiek Ambulance, vet affairs 134.27
First State Bank, W/H 4,496.83
Hall’s Feed & Seed, grass seed 39.70
Hawkeye Fire & Safety, fire extinguisher inspection 395.50
Hickenbottom, Inc., supplies 481.06
IA. Underground, digging permits 21.90
Iowa Finance Authority, debt payments 322,190.00
IPERS, W/H 2,333.99
Municipal Supply Inc., sewer plant repairs 347.02
Napa, antifreeze 34.63
Poweshiek County Sheriff, contract 12,592.68 Poweshiek Water Assn., water purchased 15,966.42
TM Home Services LLC., mowing 2,950.00
Treas St. of IA., sales tax 2,561.89
Treas St. of IA., W/H 419.17
UMB Bank, debt payments 414,556.88
Visa, supplies 1,417.98
Wellmark, premium 3,829.05
Payroll 23,577.16
Total 826,507.25

ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Motion by Wonick, 2nd by Keller to approve computer system written disaster recovery plan policy. All Ayes, Motion carried.

PUBLIC WORKS
Brian is still waiting on a quote for the water tower and the guys have been getting the streets ready for seal coating.

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING
Council reviewed building permits.

OTHER
Revenue by Fund for May 2026:
General $39,567.21; Fire Department Taxation $8,477.06; Sidewalk $1,136.00; Library $7,912.00; LOST $20,872.14; TIF $4,234.49; Street Improvement $469.16; Road Use Tax $20,004.71; Equipment $25,000.00; Employee Benefits $4,329.77; W. Des Moines $635.62; 2016 WWTP Rev Bond Sinking $11,865.00; Water Rev. Bond Sinking $1,376.67; Series 2021 TIF West Des Moines $93,613.75; Series 2023 Jackson Street $298,790.63; West Des Moines Project $35.80; Water Utility $39,365.16; Sewer Utility $43,386.37; Storm Water Utility $1,377.11. Total $622,448.65

Expenses by Fund for May 2026:
General $45,403.38; Library $7,884.58; LOST $25,000.00; Shop Equipment $109.48; TIF $392,404.38; Road Use Tax $42,865.16; Employee Benefits $12,142.29; West Des Moines $22,152.50; TIF West Des Moines $93,613.75; Series 2023 Jackson Street $298,790.63; Water Utility $57,460.44; Sewer Utility $61,941.79; Storm Water Utility $10.22. Total $1,059,778.60

Moved by Wonick to adjourn the meeting at 6:15 P.M.

06/01/2026

Reminder to not put hot coals into the park trash cans it can cause fires

05/29/2026

BROOKLYN, IOWA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
THE BROOKLYN CITY COUNCIL WILL MEET IN REGULAR SESSION AT
6:00 P.M. on Monday, June 1, 2026
At City Hall, 138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA

Council: W***y Wonick, Matt Goodrich, Bill McLain, Skip Solem and Leah Keller
Mayor: Matt VanTomme, Supt. of Public Works Brian VanTomme

Welcome to Visitors – 5 minute time limitation for speaking. No profanity will be tolerated, and no personal attacks against Council Members or City Staff will be allowed.

ROLL CALL

MINUTES
1. Approve previous minutes as drafted from the May 18, 2026 Council Meeting

FINANCE
1. Approve Claims

ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Computer system written disaster recovery plan

PUBLIC SAFETY

PUBLIC WORKS

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING
1. Building permits

ATTORNEY– Legal Matters

ADJOURN

05/19/2026

BROOKLYN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION MEETING
Monday May 18, 2026
At 6:00 P.M.
138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA

The Brooklyn City Council met in regular session on Monday May 18, 2026 in the Municipal Building at 138 Jackson Street with Mayor VanTomme opening the meeting at 6:01 P.M. with Councilmen W***y Wonick, Bill McLain and Leah Keller. Absent: Matt Goodrich and Skip Solem. Others present: Brian VanTomme-Supt. of Public Works and Sheri Sharer- City Clerk.

AGENDA
Mayor VanTomme opened the Public Hearing on the proposed 2025-2026 City Budget Amendment. No public oral or written comments were heard. Motion by Wonick, 2nd by McLain to close the Public Hearing at 6:02 P.M. All Ayes, Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-15: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026. Motion by McLain, 2nd by Wonick to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Motion by Wonick, 2nd by McLain to approve the Regular council meeting minutes from May 4, 2026. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Council reviewed Library Board minutes from May 4, 2026.

FINANCE
RESOLUTION 2026-16: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN, IOWA, TO TRANSFER $25,000.00 FROM THE LOST FUND 106 TO THE EQUIPMENT FUND 111 FOR FY 2025-26. Motion by Keller, 2nd by Wonick to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-17: RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYING THE FINAL PRINCIPAL, INTEREST AND FEES ON THE 2006 WATER MAIN PROJECT LOAN NUMBER MD0548R FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $16,180.00. Motion by Wonick, 2nd by Keller to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-18: RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER AMOUNT OF $178,820.00 FROM THE SEWER FUND 610 INTO THE SERIES 2016 WWTP GO LOAN SEWER DEBT 257 TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL, INTEREST AND FEES FOR THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT LOAN NUMBER C0760G. Motion by Wonick, 2nd by McLain to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-19: RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYING THE PRINCIPAL, INTEREST AND FEES ON THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT LOAN NUMBER C0770R FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $127,190.00 Motion by McLain, 2nd by Keller to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Motion by McLain, 2nd by Wonick to approve Lucky Wife Wine Slushies 5 Day Liquor License Class C Retail Alcohol License for 300 Clay Street effective date 6/12/26 for Brooklyn Flag Days. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Motion by Wonick, 2nd by Keller to approve the following claims. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Altorfer Inc., sewer generator repair $669.60
Brooklyn Flag Store, flags 90.00
Brooklyn Grocery, fuel 190.68
Brooklyn Lumber, supplies 98.96
Brooklyn Service Center, fuel 407.40
Caldwell & Brierly, legal services 200.00
First State Bank, W/H 3,154.96
Grinnell Regional, Richard final immun 206.07
Hall’s Feed & Seed, supplies 46.55
Heartland Shredding Inc., on-site shredding 125.00
Henderson Product, Inc., truck box for snow plow 94,046.28
IPERS, W/H 2,046.46
Live Deep Publishings, legal publishings 802.97
Manatts Inc., concrete 1,088.79
Microbac Labs Inc., water/sewer testing 845.00
Municipal Supply Inc., Lincoln St. culvert 1,621.30
New Century FS, shop barrel fuel 1,101.44
T&ST Enterprise, tree removal 2,300.00
TIP/REC, lift station 134.64
Treas. St. of IA, W/H 295.27
United Healthcare, life insurance 43.00
Visa, IMFOA conference 524.98
Wellmark, premium 3,829.11
Xerox, copier 110.31
Payroll 17,139.98
Total $131,118.75

Library Claims
Brooklyn Mun. Utilities $600.00
Brooklyn Telecommunications 77.99
First State Bank, W/H 695.00
IPERS, W/H 541.86
Treas. St. of IA., W/H 43.00
Visa, books & supplies 1,295.19
Wellmark, premium 643.08
Payroll 3,994.67
Total $7,890.79

PUBLIC WORKS
Brian is still waiting on the water tower company to give him quote and the sewer lift by Bear Creek Addition had some issues due to the 3-phase power going out.

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING
Council reviewed building permits.

Moved by McLain to adjourn the meeting at 6:20 P.M.

05/15/2026

BROOKLYN, IOWA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
THE BROOKLYN CITY COUNCIL WILL MEET IN REGULAR SESSION AT
6:00 P.M. on Monday, May 18, 2026
At City Hall, 138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA

Council: W***y Wonick, Matt Goodrich, Bill McLain, Skip Solem and Leah Keller
Mayor: Matt VanTomme, Supt. of Public Works Brian VanTomme

Welcome to Visitors – 5 minute time limitation for speaking. No profanity will be tolerated, and no personal attacks against Council Members or City Staff will be allowed.

ROLL CALL

PUBLIC HEARING – 2025-2026 Budget Amendment
Held at 138 Jackson Street on May 18, 2026 in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 6:00 P.M.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-15: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026

MINUTES
1. Approve previous minutes as drafted from the May 4, 2026 Council Meeting
2. Review Library Board minutes from May 4, 2026

FINANCE
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-16: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN, IOWA, TO TRANSFER $25,000.00 FROM THE LOST FUND 106 TO THE EQUIPMENT FUND 111 FOR FY 2025-26
2. RESOLUTION 2026-17: RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYING THE FINAL PRINCIPAL, INTEREST AND FEES ON THE 2006 WATER MAIN PROJECT LOAN NUMBER MD0548R FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $16,180.00
3. RESOLUTION 2026-18: RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER AMOUNT OF $178,820.00 FROM THE SEWER FUND 610 INTO THE SERIES 2016 WWTP GO LOAN SEWER DEBT 257 TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL, INTEREST AND FEES FOR THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT LOAN NUMBER C0760G
4. RESOLUTION 2026-19: RESOLUTION APPROVING PAYING THE PRINCIPAL, INTEREST AND FEES ON THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATEMENT PLANT PROJECT LOAN NUMBER C0770R FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $127,190.00
5. Approve liquor license – Lucky Wife Wine Slushies
6. Approve Claims

ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION

PUBLIC SAFETY

PUBLIC WORKS

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING
1. Building permits

ATTORNEY– Legal Matters

ADJOURN
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Marcy Van Wyk-Haddrell, Treasurer
Opportunity will be granted to All Citizens who wish to discuss their Concerns with the City Council at frequent intervals throughout the meeting.

05/07/2026

Brooklyn Public Library Board Meeting
May 4, 2026 at 5pm
Call to Order
The regular meeting of the Brooklyn Public Library was held Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5p.m. Those present were President Matt Maschmann, Secretary Beth Meldrem, Treasurer Jamie McClenathan (via phone), Board Members- Mary Jo Collum, Chris Hurst, Bob Lacina (via phone) and Library Director Josh Gerard. Absent: Sherry Korns-Johnson
President Matt Maschmann called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. Minutes were read. Motion by Mary Jo; 2nd by Chris to approve the April 6, 2026 minutes. All Ayes. Motion carried
Treasurer’s Report
First State Bank Checking - $ 500.00
Building & Maintenance Fund - $3,235.09
First State Bank CDs - $25,198.40
Brooklyn Municipal Utilities $600.00
Brooklyn Telecommunications $77.99
Amazon- books $1,246.52
Amazon-tech kid/software $8.55
Half Price Books $664.59
Midwest Computer Recovery $214.00
Payroll $4,317.62
1st State Bank $695.00
IPERS $541.86
Treasurer State of Iowa $43.00
Wellmark $643.08
Motion by Beth; 2nd by Mary Jo to approve the above claims. All Ayes. Motion carried.
Unfinished Business - none
New Business
Personnel Policy Review - Motion by Bob; 2nd by Jamie to approve the updated personnel policy with the edits Josh made. All Ayes. Motion carried.
July’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 1 at 5 p.m. instead of Monday, July 6.

Library Director's Report
Regional Supervisor Becky Heil is retiring. Changes will be effective in mid-May.
Field trips have begun and BGM students are enjoying time at the Library.
A new season of Tournament Tuesday has been fully sponsored by Brooklyn Fabrics. The donation will cover snacks, drinks and prizes. The tournament starts tomorrow (Tuesday, May 5) and will run through the end of July.

Prairie Ridge presented topics covering NarCan and addiction recently. They will be offering presentations on May 15 and May 22. Please attend if you can, these are free and open to the public.
Summer Reading Registration is from May 4-30. Please watch for this year’s awesome prizes
Library staff thanks Friends of the Library for their gifts of appreciation.
The next board meeting will be on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 5 p.m. Motion by Bob; 2nd by Chris to adjourn at 5:16 p.m.

05/05/2026

BROOKLYN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION MEETING
Monday May 4, 2026
At 6:00 P.M.
138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA

The Brooklyn City Council met in regular session on Monday May 4, 2026 in the Municipal Building at 138 Jackson Street with Mayor VanTomme opening the meeting at 6:00 P.M. with Councilmen Matt Goodrich, Bill McLain and Leah Keller. Absent: W***y Wonick and Skip Solem. Others present: Brian VanTomme-Supt. of Public Works, Sheri Sharer- City Clerk, Poweshiek County Sheriff Matt Maschmann and Simone Bates with The Record

AGENDA
Motion by Keller, 2nd by McLain to approve the Regular council meeting minutes from April 20, 2026. All Ayes, Motion carried.

FINANCE
RESOLUTION 2026-12: RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER MONTHLY AMOUNT OF $11,845.00 FROM THE SEWER FUND 610 INTO THE 2016 WWTP REVENUE BOND SINKING FUND 215 FOR BUDGET FY 2026-27 FOR THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT LOAN NUMBER C0770R. Motion by Goodrich, 2nd by McLain to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-13: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PETTY CASH ACCOUNT FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN. Motion by McLain, 2nd by Keller to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-14: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE CITY OF BROOKLYN POLICY ON ISSUING CHECKS PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL. Motion by McLain, 2nd by Keller to approve this resolution. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Motion by Keller, 2nd by Goodrich to approve the following claims. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Altorfer Inc., sewer generator repair 480.30
Audas Supply, recycling & dumpster 7,766.10
Brooklyn Hardware, supplies 273.42
Brooklyn Mun. Utilities 4,758.03
Brooklyn Mun. Utilities, billing fee 284.00
Brooklyn Telecommunications 338.05
Caldwell & Brierly, PLLC, legal services 19.00
Cintas Loc 22M, rug contract 130.08
First State Bank, W/H 4,199.69
Global Reach, hosting fee 118.50
Hickenbottom Inc., sewer plant repair 342.58
IPERS, W/H 2,252.66
Jetco, Inc., sewer repairs 4,427.33
Manatt’s Inc., supplies 102.89
Napa, supplies 368.45
Office Express, supplies 149.02
Poweshiek Co. Treas., closed landfill fee 244.67
Poweshiek Water Assn., water purchased 16,522.80
TM Home Services LLC, mowing contract 2,950.00
Treas. St. of IA., sales tax 2,575.73
Treas. St. of IA., W/H 417.39
UMB Bank, bond fee 600.00
Wellmark, premium 3,829.05
Payroll 21,933.02
Total 75,082.76

Motion by McLain, 2nd by Goodrich to set Public Hearing on the 2025-2026 Budget Amendment for May 18, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, Iowa.

ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Motion by Goodrich, 2nd by McLain to approve Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce “Ballfield” 5-day Outdoor Service Liquor License. Effective Date June 10, 2026. All Ayes, Motion carried.

Motion by Keller, 2nd by McLain approving Cigarette Permit for Casey’s General Store #3042. All Ayes, Motion carried.

PUBLIC WORKS
Brian has a water tower cleaning company coming down to take a look at the water tower and possibly get the city on a maintenance program and one of the three drives are up and running at the sewer plant. There are two more that need to be fixed. They are just waiting on parts to fix the other two.

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING
Council reviewed building permits.

OTHER
Revenue by Fund for April 2026:
General $233,174.04; Fire Department Taxation $11,036.30; Sidewalk $1,194.00; Library $14,955.74; LOST $22,587.33; TIF $53,744.60; Street Improvement $465.58; Road Use Tax $17,269.14; Employee Benefits $71,700.73; Sewer Sludge $5,000.00; W. Des Moines $10,513.38; 2016 WWTP Rev Bond Sinking $11,865.00; Water Rev. Bond Sinking $1,376.67; Series 2023 Jackson Street $600.00; West Des Moines Project $35.80; Water Utility $40,976.95; Water Tower $5,000.00; Sewer Utility $44,422.81; Storm Water Utility $1,336.72. Total $547,254.79

Expenses by Fund for April 2026:
General $60,676.98; Library $6,963.11; LOST $1,455.25; Shop Equipment $30.96; TIF $600.00; Road Use Tax $8,761.54; Employee Benefits $12,269.77; Series 2023 Jackson Street $60.00; Water Utility $29,996.26; Sewer Utility $29,093.22; Storm Water Utility $10.22. Total $150,457.31

Moved by McLain to adjourn the meeting at 6:23 P.M.

05/01/2026

BROOKLYN, IOWA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
THE BROOKLYN CITY COUNCIL WILL MEET IN REGULAR SESSION AT
6:00 P.M. on Monday, May 4, 2026
At City Hall, 138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA

Council: W***y Wonick, Matt Goodrich, Bill McLain, Skip Solem and Leah Keller
Mayor: Matt VanTomme, Supt. of Public Works Brian VanTomme

Welcome to Visitors – 5 minute time limitation for speaking. No profanity will be tolerated, and no personal attacks against Council Members or City Staff will be allowed.

ROLL CALL

MINUTES
1. Approve previous minutes as drafted from the April 20, 2026 Council Meeting

FINANCE
1. RESOLUTION 2026-12: RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER MONTHLY AMOUNT OF $11,845.00 FROM THE SEWER FUND 610 INTO THE 2016 WWTP REVENUE BOND SINKING FUND 215 FOR BUDGET FY 2026-27 FOR THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT LOAN NUMBER C0770R
2. RESOLUTION 2026-13: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PETTY CASH ACCOUNT FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN
3. RESOLUTION 2026-14: RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE CITY OF BROOKLYN POLICY ON ISSUING CHECKS PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL
4. Approve Claims
5. 2025-2026 Budget Amendment - Set PUBLIC HEARING on the 2025-2026 Budget Amendment for May 18, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 138 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, Iowa

ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Approve special event alcohol license – Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce “Ballfield”
2. Approve to***co license – Casey’s General Store #3042

PUBLIC SAFETY

PUBLIC WORKS

BUILDING, PLANNING & ZONING
1. Building permits

ATTORNEY– Legal Matters

ADJOURN