What actions did the Runnells council take at the April 20, 2026 meeting?

They approved payments and claims, updated bank signatures with Resolution 2026-20, authorized small overages for repairs, and directed preparation of a lease for top fields.

Who will prepare the lease for the top fields?

City Legal Wright was directed to prepare a lease agreement to present to David Elliott.

How much over the quoted estimate can invoices exceed and still be approved?

Invoices for the slide and basketball hoop repairs can be approved if not more than $250 above the quoted estimates.

Public Hearing — Runnells

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Runnells city council held a special meeting April 20, 2026 to approve routine financial items, pay invoices, update bank signatures, authorize minor repairs, and direct preparation of a lease for the top fields; meeting adjourned after motions passed.

Key Takeaways

Council approved payments and claims lists at the April 20, 2026 meeting
Resolution 2026-20 updated Keystone Bank signatures
Up to $250 allowed over quoted estimates for two repair invoices
Legal Wright to prepare a lease for the top fields for David Elliott
Hawkins assigned to print and mail checks for approved invoices

Published: May 11, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Runnells

What to do next

1

Review Resolution 2026-20

Contact City Hall to request a copy of Resolution 2026-20 to see the updated Keystone Bank signature list.

2

Monitor forthcoming invoices

Expect JD Weld and Tyler Dirt Work invoices; ensure any overage does not exceed $250 above quoted estimates before approving payment.

3

Follow up on lease draft

David Elliott or interested parties should contact Legal Wright to review the proposed lease for the top fields once drafted.

Frequently asked questions

What actions did the Runnells council take at the April 20, 2026 meeting?: They approved payments and claims, updated bank signatures with Resolution 2026-20, authorized small overages for repairs, and directed preparation of a lease for top fields.
Who will prepare the lease for the top fields?: City Legal Wright was directed to prepare a lease agreement to present to David Elliott.
How much over the quoted estimate can invoices exceed and still be approved?: Invoices for the slide and basketball hoop repairs can be approved if not more than $250 above the quoted estimates.

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Full Notice Text

City of Runnells Special Council Meeting
April 20, 2026 7:00 P.M. Community Center
Called to order by Mayor Hickman at 7:00 p.pm
Roll Call Mayor Hickman Phillips, LaBelle, Hawkins, and Legal Wright present
Motion to approve agenda by Hawkins/Phillips motion passed (3.0)
There was no public comment at tonight's meeting
Motion to approve payment to Iowa Workforce Development for 65-5324 Notice of Reimbursable Benefit Charges by Hawkins/Phillips motion passed (3.0)
Motion to approve claims list by LaBelle/Phillips motion passed (3.0)
Motion to approve 03.31.26 Keystone Visa Statement by Phillips/LaBelle motion passed (3.0)
Motion to approve Resolution 2026-20 Updating Keystone Bank Signatures by Hawkins/Phillips motion passed (3.0)
Motion to approve 2026-03-24 Minutes by LaBelle/Philips motion passed (3.0)
LaBelle volunteered to complete/submit US Census form C-404
Motion to approve JD Weld Invoice for slide repair when received, if not more than $250.00
above the quoted estimate approved April 1, 2026 by Phillips/Hawkins motion passed (3.0)
Motion to approve Tyler Dirt Work Invoice for bball hoop repair when received, if not more than $250.00 above the quoted estimate approved April 1, 2026 by LaBelle/Phillips motion passed (3.0)
Motion to have Legal Wright prepare a lease agreement to present to David Elliiot for the leasing of the top fields motion passed (3.0)
Mayor Hickman confirmed Hawkins to print/mail checks for approved invoices
Motion to adjourn made by Hawkins/Phillips at 7:18 p.m. motion passed (3.0)
Attested by Abby Hawkins