Algona public meetings in 2024

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council is discussing three infrastructure items during a work session: the 2024-2025 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspection Program covering private connections, the 2023-2024 Smoke Testing, Manhole, and I&I Inspections for public infrastructure, and an update on the 2024 WWTF (Wastewater Treatment Facility) Improvement Project. As a work session, no formal votes or decisions are expected; the council is gathering information.

• 2024-2025 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspection Program (private connections)
• 2023-2024 Smoke Testing, Manhole, and I&I Inspections (public infrastructure)
• 2024 WWTF Improvement Project Update

The Algona City Council held a work session with WHKS representatives to review results from the 2024-2025 sanitary sewer lateral inspection program, including a potential cost-share program for correcting illegal connections, and discussed the timeline for spring 2025 inspections. They also reviewed smoke testing and I&I inspection results for public infrastructure and discussed the 2025 construction timeline. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:51 p.m.

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to rezone a lot on E. Spruce Street from multi-family to single-family, and vote on the third reading to rezone 1620 E Commercial Street from single-family residential to light manufacturing. Other actions include resolutions to amend ARPA funding allocation, authorize collection of unpaid 2024 nuisance abatement fees, adopt changes to employee sick leave conversion policy, and discuss the FY2025-2026 budget process.

• Third reading of ordinance to rezone 1620 E Commercial St to Light Manufacturing
• Public hearing and first reading to rezone E. Spruce St lot from Multi-Family to Single-Family
• Resolution amending final allocation of ARPA funding
• Resolution authorizing certification for collection of unpaid 2024 nuisance abatement fees
• Discussion on FY2025-2026 budget process and timeline

The Algona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1100, changing the zoning of 1620 E Commercial St from single-family residential (RS-60) to light manufacturing (LM), and approved the first reading of a separate ordinance to rezone a lot at 2222 E Spruce St from multi-family (RM-4) to single-family (RS-60). The council also accepted the 2022 Street Improvements project with final payment of $34,521.63 to Blacktop Services, approved a 5-year airport capital improvement plan, and acknowledged repayment of a $15,000 small business loan. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1100 rezoning 1620 E Commercial St from RS-60 to LM (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning 2222 E Spruce St from RM-4 to RS-60 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-36 accepting 2022 Street Improvements and final payment of $34,521.63 to Blacktop Services (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-37 approving 5-year airport capital improvement plan (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-38 acknowledging repayment of $15,000 RLF loan from White Barn Picket Fence (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-39 certifying liens for unpaid 2024 nuisance abatement fees on four properties (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-40 amending Employee Sick Leave Conversion Policy (all ayes)
• Approved pay application #7 of $789,420.10 to Woodruff Construction for WWTF project (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will meet to discuss the 2025 Algona Municipal Utilities budget and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The body will also consider loans for local businesses and a zoning amendment for a specific lot.

• Resolution Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
• Public hearing to amend zoning of E. Spruce St Lot from RM-4 Multi-family to RS-60 Single-family
• Small Business Revolving Loans to Bare Beauty Studio, LLC and Evolve Physical Therapy
• Acceptance of Algona Municipal Utilities CY 2025 Budget
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for AK'S Chrome Kitchen

The Algona City Council approved the Algona Municipal Utilities 2025 budget, two $20,000 small business revolving loans, an airport revenue use policy, and the final allocation of ARPA funds. It also set a public hearing for a zoning change and approved holiday hours. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution 25-31 accepting AMU 2025 budget (all ayes)
• Approved $20,000 RLF loan to Bare Beauty Studio LLC (all ayes)
• Approved $20,000 RLF loan to Evolve Physical Therapy PLLC (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-34 airport revenue use policy (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-35 allocating $157,577 ARPA funds to parking lot/street project (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Dec 16 on rezoning E. Spruce St lot from RM-4 to RS-60 (all ayes)
• Approved Dec 23 and half-day Christmas Eve holiday hours (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including alcohol license and prior minutes (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a third reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 8.16 of the city code regarding tree limbs and yard waste. The council will also review and approve several consent agenda items, including alcohol licenses for Axe House, Premier Pizza, and Miller Sports Bar & Grill, and department reports. New business includes approving a change order and final payment for the 2023 Airport Runway project, releasing a mortgage for a Housing RLF loan, and referring a zoning classification amendment for a Spruce Street lot to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Annual financial, street, and urban renewal reports for FY 2023-2024 are also scheduled for approval.

• Third reading of Ordinance Amending City Code Chapter 8.16 – Health and Safety – Tree Limbs and Yard Waste
• Approve Change Order #2 and Resolution Accepting Project for 2023 Airport Runway 12/30 Displacement and Extension Phase I Grading & Drainage Improvements
• Refer to Planning & Zoning Commission – Application to Amend Zoning Classification of Spruce St Lot
• Approve Pay Application #6 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project
• First notifications of terms expiring for Planning & Zoning Commission (3), Housing Commission (2), Broadband Telecommunications Commission, and Tree Board

The Algona City Council approved a consent agenda, adopted Ordinance No. 1099 amending city code on tree limbs and yard waste, approved a change order and final payment for the airport runway project, released a mortgage for a paid-off housing loan, approved annual reports, and approved a $1.06M payment for the wastewater treatment plant project. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1099 amending City Code Chapter 8.16 on tree limbs and yard waste (all ayes)
• Approved Change Order #2 for airport runway project, net increase $21,445.52 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-29 accepting airport project and final payment of $25,129.86 to Cole Excavating (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-30 releasing mortgage for Zittritsch housing RLF loan (all ayes)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Annual Financial, Street Finance, and Urban Renewal reports (all ayes)
• Approved pay application #6 of $1,064,549.10 for WWTF Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Referred Spruce St rezoning request to Planning & Zoning Commission (all ayes)

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona Ways & Means Committee will discuss funding for a community liaison, law enforcement retirement planning, health insurance benefit extensions, and department funding agreements. They will also consider the 2024 holiday schedule.

• Community Liaison Funding
• Coordinated Retirement Planning Considerations for law enforcement
• Extension of Health Insurance Benefits
• Department Funding Agreements
• 2024 Holiday Schedule

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the contingent annexation of the HWY 169 N Property. The body is also reviewing ordinances related to zoning and yard waste, as well as an urban renewal agreement with Kossuth County.

• Zoning change for 1620 East Commercial St from Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM)
• Public hearing and resolution for contingent annexation of HWY 169 N Property
• Amendment to City Code Chapter 8.16 regarding tree limbs and yard waste
• Joint Urban Renewal Agreement with Kossuth County for Buffalo Township Economic Development
• Payment application #10 for 2023 Central Park Improvements

The Algona City Council approved a contingent voluntary annexation of about 54.14 acres off HWY 169 N, pending the developer's federal, state, and local approvals to build a utility-scale solar farm. The council also rezoned 1620 E Commercial St from residential to light manufacturing, amended tree and yard waste code, and approved a joint urban renewal agreement with Kossuth County. A $42,933 pay application for the Central Park splash pad project was approved. Parking regulation enforcement was discussed but no action taken.

• Adopted Resolution 25-27 approving contingent voluntary annexation of HWY 169 N property (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of ordinance rezoning 1620 E Commercial St from RS-60 to Light Manufacturing (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending City Code 8.16 on tree limbs and yard waste (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-28 approving joint urban renewal agreement with Kossuth County (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #10 for 2023 Central Park Improvements splash pad, $42,933 to Bob Becker Construction (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 25-09 and Class C Retail Alcohol License (all ayes)

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to review the FY 2023-2024 financial audit prepared by TP Anderson Co. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Review of FY 2023-2024 financial audit by TP Anderson Co.

The Algona City Council held a work session to review the completed FY 2023-2024 financial audit, presented by T.P. Anderson & Co. No formal decisions were made; the only actions were approving the agenda and adjourning. Updates were given on the WWTP project and the sanitary sewer connection inspection program.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:50 p.m.

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment to reclassify 1620 East Commercial Street from Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM), followed by a first reading of the amending ordinance. Other business includes acknowledging the independent auditor's report for FY 2023-2024, a first reading of an ordinance on tree limbs and yard waste, and approving pay applications for the Airport Runway Displacement & Extension Project and the WWTF Improvement Project.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 1620 East Commercial Street from RS-60 to Light Manufacturing
• First reading of ordinance amending city zoning map to reclassify 1620 E Commercial Street
• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 8.16 (Health and Safety - Tree Limbs and Yard Waste)
• Approve Pay Application #5 for Airport Runway Displacement & Extension Project - Phase I
• Approve Pay Application #5 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project

The Algona City Council held a public hearing with no comments and approved the first reading of an ordinance to rezone 1620 E Commercial Street from Single Family Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM). The council also accepted the independent auditor's report for FY 2023-2024, approved pay applications for the airport runway and wastewater treatment facility projects, and advanced an ordinance amending tree and yard waste disposal rules. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Resolution 25-08, department reports, and committee minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted Independent Auditor's Report for FY 2023-2024 (all ayes)
• Waived first reading of zoning amendment for 1620 E Commercial St (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment for 1620 E Commercial St (all ayes)
• Waived first reading of tree limbs and yard waste ordinance (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of tree limbs and yard waste ordinance (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #5 for Airport Runway Displacement & Extension Project - Phase I (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #5 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will discuss several resolutions regarding property deeds, loan repayments, and sewer rates. The body is also reviewing a petition to change the zoning classification of a specific property and planning for a street closure.

• Petition to amend zoning from Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM) at 1620 E Commercial Street
• Resolution for Repayment Revolving Loan Fund and mortgage release for Steier Flooring, L.L.C.
• Sanitary Sewer Usage Rate for Non-Metered Water User - Pfeffer Precast
• Nebraska Street closure for October 31st Trunk or Treat Event
• Application for Contingent Annexation - HWY 169 N Property

The Algona City Council approved several resolutions, including acknowledging repayment of a revolving loan fund, approving a quit claim deed for city-owned properties, and setting a public hearing for a contingent voluntary annexation of 54.14 acres for a solar energy facility. The council also approved a flat sewer fee for Pfeffer Precast, a street closure for a Trunk or Treat event, and referred a rezoning request to the Planning & Zoning Commission. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution No. 25-23 acknowledging Steier Flooring loan repayment and authorizing mortgage release (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-24 approving AMU quit claim deed (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-25 acknowledging contingent annexation application and setting public hearing (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-26 approving flat sewer fee for Pfeffer Properties (all ayes)
• Approved Nebraska Street closure for Trunk or Treat on Oct 31 (all ayes)
• Referred rezoning request for 1620 E Commercial St to Planning & Zoning Commission (all ayes)

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss waste disposal and management. The discussion focuses on compost site operations, city code, and burning regulations.

• City Compost Site Operations and Rules
• City Code Chapter 8.16 - Solid Waste
• Open Burning Regulations

The Algona City Council held a work session to review rules and potential fee changes for the city compost and tree brush site, solid waste codes, and open burning regulations. No formal votes or final decisions were made, with potential changes to be brought to a future council meeting.

• Approved agenda (ayes all)
• Discussed tree and yard waste disposal rules and fees
• Reviewed City Compost Site Operations and Rules
• Reviewed City Code Chapter 8.16 - Solid Waste
• Reviewed Open Burning Regulations
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 p.m.

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold the third reading of an ordinance restricting parallel parking on Smith Street and consider approving a change order and payment application for the 2024 WWTF Improvement Project. Other business includes approving alcohol licenses, amendments to the employee safety manual, and setting Halloween trick-or-treat hours.

• Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.44 - Parking - Restricting Parallel Parking on Smith Street - 3rd Reading
• Approve Change Order #2 and Pay Application #4 for the 2024 WWTF Improvement Project
• Approve Special Class B Retail Native Wine License for Print Shoppe Plus and Class E Retail Alcohol License for One Stop Shop #3
• Approve Resolution Approving Amendments to Employee Safety Manual on distracted driving, hearing conservation, high visibility clothing, and heat stress prevention
• Set Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours for Thursday, October 31

The Algona City Council approved an ordinance restricting parallel parking on Smith Street, adopted a change order for the wastewater treatment facility project, and set Halloween trick-or-treat hours. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1098 restricting parking on Smith Street (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #2 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project, net increase $61,812 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application #4 for WWTF Improvements, $522,591.29 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-21 transferring funds to close capital fund accounts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-22 amending Employee Safety Manual (unanimous)
• Set Halloween trick-or-treat hours for 5:30-7:30 pm on Oct 31 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Harlan Richter to Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold third reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 15.24 (Signs and Awnings) and second reading of an ordinance restricting parallel parking on Smith Street. The council will also consider resolutions for right-of-way permits for a private drive and amending official business hours of City Hall, plus discuss Capital Improvement Plans and Welcome Center improvements.

• Ordinance Amending Chapter 15.24 - Signs and Awnings - 3rd Reading
• Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.44 - Parking - Restricting Parallel Parking on Smith Street - 2nd Reading
• Resolution Authorizing Right of Way Permits for Improvements to a Private Drive
• Resolution Amending the Official Business Hours of City Hall
• Discussion - Capital Improvement Plans

The Algona City Council approved several items, including a technical amendment to the sign code (Ordinance 1097), a parking restriction on Smith Street, a resolution authorizing right-of-way permits for improvements to a private drive in Diamond Estates, and a resolution making the summer City Hall hours permanent. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 1097 amending Chapter 15.24 (Signs and Awnings) (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance amending Chapter 10.44 to restrict parking on Smith Street (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-19 authorizing right-of-way permits for private drive improvements in Diamond Estates (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-20 making City Hall hours 7:30 am to 4:30 pm permanent (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Appropriating Resolution 24/25-05, and Class E Retail Alcohol License (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold third readings on ordinances amending sewer service charges and signs, and first reading on parking restrictions on Smith Street. They will also vote on a $21.17 million taxable sewer revenue loan note, professional service agreements for sewer inspections, and preliminary design for downtown cultural district and street reconstruction. Additionally, street closures for two community events will be approved.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 13.12 Sewer Service Charges – 3rd Reading
• $21,171,000 Taxable Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024B
• Professional Services Agreement with WHKS – Sewer Lateral Inspection Program
• Task Order #4 with Bolton-Menk for Downtown Cultural District Master Plan and 2025 Nebraska St/Thorington St reconstruction
• Street closures for Last Call Before Fall event (Sept 28) and Algona Cruise-In (Sept 15)

The Algona City Council approved a $21,171,000 taxable sewer revenue capital loan for the 2024 WWTF improvement project, along with several professional services agreements for sewer inspections and design work. They also adopted ordinances amending sewer service charges, sign regulations, and parking restrictions, and approved various project pay applications and street closures.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1096 amending sewer service charges (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of sign ordinance amendments (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of parking restriction on Smith Street (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution for $21,171,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024B (all ayes)
• Approved WHKS sewer lateral inspection agreement, $117,700 (all ayes)
• Approved WHKS smoke testing & manhole inspection agreement (all ayes)
• Approved Bolton-Menk task orders for downtown design and railroad crossing design (all ayes)
• Approved change order and pay applications for Central Park and WWTF projects (all ayes)

Algona City Council Work Session

This is a work session of the Algona City Council. The main item is a discussion with engineering firm WHKS about inflow and infiltration issues, including a footing drain inspection proposal and the 2024 smoke testing and manhole inspection program.

• Discussion with WHKS on inflow & infiltration
• Footing drain inspection proposal
• 2024 Smoke testing and manhole inspection program

The City Council held a work session to discuss footing drain inspections and smoke testing programs with engineers from WHKS. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded regarding the proposals.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items and discuss a topic related to Hawkeye Drive. No further details about the Hawkeye Drive item are provided in the agenda. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Hawkeye Drive

The Streets & Sewer Committee voted to recommend that the city council allow the private access area of Hawkeye Drive to remain open at Finn Drive and instruct staff to work with Diamond Estates developers on paving a 16-foot-wide gravel section. The recommendation will be placed on the council agenda for September 3, 2024. The committee also approved the agenda and minutes from the July 30 meeting.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of July 30, 2024 meeting (all ayes)
• Recommended council keep Hawkeye Drive private access open at Finn Drive and work with developers on paving (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to authorize a Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note not to exceed $21,270,060. Also on the agenda are second reading of an ordinance amending sewer service charges, first reading of an ordinance on signs and awnings, and approval of an FAA grant for the airport runway project. Several service agreements and project approvals are also scheduled.

• Public hearing and resolution to authorize $21,270,060 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note Series 2024B
• Ordinance amending Chapter 13.12 Sewer Service Charges (2nd reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 15.24 Signs and Awnings (1st reading)
• Resolution approving FAA grant for Phase II of Algona Municipal Airport Runway 12/30 Displacement and Extension Project
• Approve change order #1 for 2024 WWTF Improvements

The Algona City Council approved a resolution to issue up to $21,270,060 in sewer revenue capital loan notes (Series 2024B) for the 2024 WWTF Improvement project, with an estimated $3 million interest savings. The council also approved a $7,064 change order for the project, adopted an FAA grant agreement for airport runway improvements, and approved several other resolutions and agreements. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution No. 25-09 authorizing $21,270,060 sewer revenue loan (all ayes)
• Approved Change Order #1 for 2024 WWTF Improvements, net increase $7,064 (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-10 FAA grant agreement for airport runway Phase II (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-11 transit service agreement with NIACOG (all ayes)
• Approved sewer service agreements for properties outside city limits (McNertney, Kollasch) (all ayes)
• Approved final plans for McGregor St bike lanes and signage (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #8 for Central Park splashpad, $237,506 (all ayes)
• Reappointed Jayme Lentz and Sharon Menke to Cemetery Board (all ayes)

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to discuss sanitary sewer issues, including inflow and infiltration, and the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility project. The meeting also includes project updates and general business.

• Discussion of sanitary sewer inflow and infiltration
• Discussion of the 2024 WWTF (Wastewater Treatment Facility) Project
• Project updates on ongoing city initiatives

The Algona City Council held a work session with engineers from WHKS to discuss inflow and infiltration (I&I) issues in the sanitary sewer system. The city will continue manhole inspections, smoke testing, and implement a city-wide Footing Drain Inspection Program. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Continued manhole inspections and smoke testing for I&I
• Will implement city-wide Footing Drain Inspection Program

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee will discuss sanitary sewer projects at Country Club Estates and Robinson Drive, an inflow and infiltration/footing drain disconnection program, a parking concern on the 200 block of South Smith Street, capital projects, North Park Drive closures during flood events, and emerald ash borer impacts and mitigation. No votes or decisions are indicated; the items are listed for discussion.

• Sanitary sewer work at Country Club Estates / Robinson Dr.
• Inflow & Infiltration / Footing Drain Disconnection Program
• Parking concern on 200 block of S Smith St (west of Maple Park Apartments)
• North Park Dr closures during flood events (Veterans' Park)
• Emerald Ash Borer Impacts and Mitigation

The Streets & Sewer Committee discussed proposed sanitary sewer service agreements for two properties outside city limits, with rates at double the standard charges and a voluntary annexation clause. The committee also reached consensus to prepare an ordinance prohibiting parallel parking on a portion of the west side of Smith St. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was largely informational and discussion-focused.

• Discussed proposed sewer service agreements for 109 Robinson Dr and 109 Country Club Rd (no vote)
• Consensus to prepare ordinance prohibiting parallel parking on west side of Smith St (no formal vote)
• Discussed CY 2025 capital projects including railroad crossings and parking lot reconstruction (no vote)

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Streets & Sewer Committee will discuss several infrastructure items including bike lanes on McGregor Street, sanitary sewer improvements at Country Club Estates and inflow/infiltration, a parking concern on South Smith Street, and flood-related closures on North Park Drive. Discussions also cover capital projects and emerald ash borer mitigation.

• McGregor Street bike lanes and pavement markings
• Sanitary sewer improvements including Country Club Estates/Robinson Drive and inflow/infiltration footing drain disconnection program
• Parking concern on 200 block of South Smith Street (west of Maple Park Apartments)
• North Park Drive closure discussions during flood events at Veterans' Park
• Emerald ash borer impacts and mitigation

The Streets & Sewer Committee approved the agenda and prior minutes, then discussed proposed bike lanes and pavement markings on McGregor Street. The committee favored proceeding with striping on E McGregor Street from Highway 169 to Finn Dr, with a designated bike lane from HWY 169 to S Main St and a painted shoulder from S Main St to Finn Dr, to be completed before the upcoming school year. For W McGregor Street, the committee preferred keeping parking on the north side only from Minnesota to Moore Street, and staff will consult funeral homes and the Congregational Church before finalizing a plan; striping there is unlikely until 2025. The committee also expressed a desire to work with Diamond Estates on the Hawkeye Drive private access road, possibly closing the Finn Dr curb cut with full head curb and avoiding a permanent barricade. Several agenda items were not discussed due to time constraints.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved February 29, 2024 minutes (all ayes)
• Favored proceeding with pavement markings on E McGregor St from Highway 169 to Finn Dr (no formal vote)
• Preferred keeping parking on north side of W McGregor St from Minnesota to Moore St for bike lanes (no formal vote)
• Adjourned at 7:57 am, reconvening August 1, 2024 (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda for licenses and minutes. Old business includes the first reading of an ordinance amending sewer service charges for separate meters and charges against property outside the city. New business features rejecting bids for the Library Phase 2 Exterior Improvements Project, accepting final payments for street reconstruction projects, and approving an engagement agreement with bond counsel. The council will also set a public hearing for a $21,270,060 sewer revenue capital loan note for wastewater treatment facility improvements.

• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 13.12 Sewer Service Charges (Separate Meter Requirements and Charges Against Property Outside City)
• Resolution rejecting all bids for the 2024 Library Phase 2 Exterior Improvements Project
• Resolution accepting project and approving final payment for the 2023 Finn Drive & Wooster Street Reconstruction Project
• Resolution setting a public hearing for $21,270,060 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note Series 2024B through the Water Quality Financing Program for 2024 WWTF Improvements
• Approve residential application for Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption

The Council rejected all bids for the Library Phase 2 project after the lowest bid exceeded the architect's estimate. Other actions included approving sewer project payments, setting a public hearing for sewer revenue bonds, and approving a tax exemption for a residential property.

• Rejected all bids for 2024 Library Phase 2 Exterior Improvements Project (all ayes)
• Approved final payment of $14,045.74 to Reding’s Gravel & Excavating for Finn Drive & Wooster Street project (all ayes)
• Approved final payment of $11,341.70 to Heartland Asphalt for 2023 Street Improvements (all ayes)
• Approved engagement agreement with Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. for bond counsel services (all ayes)
• Scheduled August 5 public hearing for $21,270,060 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note Series 2024B (all ayes)
• Approved $26,290 in change orders for Central Park Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved $42,500 not-to-exceed task order with Bolton-Menk, Inc for sewer flow monitoring (all ayes)
• Approved Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption for 2401 Eastland Drive (all ayes)

Algona City Council Work Session

The City Council held a work session to discuss current and future capital projects. The body also received a presentation and held a discussion regarding a Law Enforcement Community Liaison.

• Presentation and discussion on Law Enforcement Community Liaison
• Discussion of current capital projects and CY 2025 plans

The council reviewed data from the Law Enforcement Community Liaison regarding calls and interactions from May 2023 to June 2024. The session included a discussion on current capital projects and plans for calendar year 2025. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (Ayes all)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a first reading on an ordinance amending sewer service charge requirements and meter regulations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding recent storm events and capital improvement plans. Additionally, the council will review alcohol license applications and upcoming board appointments.

• First reading of ordinance amending sewer service charges and meter requirements
• Resolution acknowledging TMRC, LLC Small Business RLF loan repayment
• Approval of Class B and Class E alcohol licenses
• Discussion regarding recent disasters and storm events
• Closed session discussion on the purchase or sale of real estate

The Algona City Council approved meeting minutes, alcohol licenses, and a $300 tobacco fine settlement with Chib, LLC during its regular meeting. The council also tabled an ordinance regarding sewer service charges, approved a revolving loan fund mortgage release, and authorized a development agreement transfer to Snap-on Tools.

• Approved amended agenda moving item number 10 to the end of the meeting (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Appropriating Resolution No. 24/25-01, Bloom Floral alcohol license, and Chrome Truck Stop alcohol license (all ayes)
• Tabled sewer service charges ordinance for changes and attorney review (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-01 acknowledging TMRC, LLC loan repayment and releasing mortgage (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-02 approving settlement agreement and $300 fine with Chib, LLC for tobacco compliance (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-03 approving transfer of development agreement to Snap-on Tools (all ayes)
• Rescheduled the first September council meeting to Tuesday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM (all ayes)
• Moved into closed session to discuss real estate purchase or sale at 7:02 PM and ended at 7:30 PM

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider resolutions regarding city employee wages and benefits for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes amendments to housing rehabilitation guidelines and professional service agreements for Central Park improvements and audit services.

• Resolution setting wages and benefits for city employees and officials for FY 2024-2025
• Amendment to Bolton-Menk, Inc. agreement for Central Park Improvements
• Temporary outdoor liquor license expansion for Billie Jo's and Pep's on July 12
• Waiver for persons under 19 in certain alcohol sales establishments on July 12
• Public hearing regarding annexation

The Algona City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 wage and benefit schedule for city employees and officials. The council also authorized a professional services agreement for audit services, approved a $365,750 payment for wastewater treatment plant improvements, and set a public hearing regarding the Peck Property annexation for July 15. A proposal to amend housing rehabilitation loan guidelines was tabled for further review by a sub-committee.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 employee wages and benefits (all ayes)
• Approved $365,750 payment for WWTF improvement project (all ayes)
• Approved audit services agreement with T.P. Anderson & Co (all ayes)
• Approved Central Park professional services amendment (all ayes)
• Approved temporary liquor license expansions for July 12 (all ayes)
• Approved July 5 city office closure (all ayes)
• Appointed Ben Kern to Housing Commission (all ayes)
• Tabled housing rehabilitation loan program amendments

Algona City Council Work Session

The council will discuss the design concept and next steps for the Cultural District Master Plan near Nebraska and Thorington Streets. The session also includes a discussion regarding sanitary sewer emergency bypass operations and collection system improvements.

• Cultural District Master Plan design concept (Nebraska St/Thorington St Parking Lot area)
• Sanitary sewer emergency bypass operations and equipment
• Collection system inspections and improvements

The Council reviewed a Cultural District Masterplan concept and discussed short- and long-term sanitary sewer improvements following a May 21 rain event. No formal votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of trash pumps, utility trailer, and bypass staging equipment for the sewer

Algona City Council Work Session Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the sanitary sewer collection system, including the May 21st storms and sewer backups, inflow and infiltration issues, and the Private Property Sewer Assurance Program (PPSAP). No formal decisions are expected; the agenda is for discussion only.

• May 21st storms and sewer backups
• Inflow & infiltration
• Private Property Sewer Assurance Program (PPSAP)

The Algona City Council held a work session on the sanitary sewer collection system, covering inflow and infiltration, smoke testing, the 2021 Garrigan Neighborhood Drainage & Footing Tile Study, the 2022 N. McCoy Street Reconstruction, and a Private Property Sewer Assurance Program. City Administrator Tjaden presented a preliminary list of next steps to reduce future backups, and residents described their experiences during the week of the May 21 storms. The only formal action was approving the agenda and adjourning; no decisions were made on the sewer items.

• Approved the meeting agenda (voice vote, ayes all)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:22 p.m. (Hoover moved, Johnson seconded)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions for the 2024 Airport Runway 12/30 Shift, Paving, and Lighting Improvements, including accepting a bid and approving an FAA grant application. The council will also discuss the May 21st rainstorm, sewer backups, and flooding, and consider several other items such as library exterior improvements, a splash pad pay application, and fireworks sales permits.

• Public hearing and resolutions for 2024 Airport Runway 12/30 Shift, Paving, and Lighting Improvements
• Resolution ordering bids for 2024 Library Exterior Improvements Phase 2
• Approve Pay Applications #6/7 for 2023 Central Park Improvements Splash Pad Project
• Request by Kossuth County Tails of Hope to hold Fill the Boot fundraising event on July 5th
• Approve fireworks sales permits for Wild Willy's, Iowa Fireworks, and Bellino

The Algona City Council unanimously approved plans and a construction contract for the 2024 Airport Runway 12/30 shift, paving, and lighting improvements. The contract was awarded to Voltmer, Inc. for $1,759,634.50, contingent on FAA grant approval, with the city expected to fund 10% of the cost. The council also approved three private fireworks sales permits, set the date for the city's July 4th fireworks display, and authorized bids for Phase 2 library exterior improvements.

• Approved Resolution No. 24-69 for airport runway plans and specifications (all ayes)
• Awarded airport runway construction contract to Voltmer, Inc. for $1,759,634.50, contingent on FAA grant (all ayes)
• Approved fundraising event at Library 4-way stop only; denied HWY 18/169 location due to traffic concerns (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-71 ordering bids for Library Phase 2 exterior improvements (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Applications #6 and #7 for Central Park Splash Pad project totaling $176,573 (all ayes)
• Approved fireworks sales permits for Wild Willy's, Iowa Fireworks Company, and Bellino Fireworks (all ayes)
• Set City 4th of July fireworks celebration for July 4th, 2024 at dusk (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the Kossuth County Hazard Mitigation Plan and approving city attorney compensation. The agenda also includes street closures for upcoming Chamber of Commerce events and free entry to the Algona Aquatic Center.

• Resolution Adopting Kossuth County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution Approving City Attorney Compensation
• Street Closures for Chamber of Commerce Party in the Park Events (June 5, July 10, & August 7)
• Free Entry to the Algona Aquatic Center on Founders' Day Weekend (July 13-14)
• Temporary Change to City Hall Operating Hours (7:30am - 4:30pm)

The Council adopted the 2024 Kossuth County Hazard Mitigation Plan and increased the City Attorney's hourly rate. Other approvals included street closures for summer events, free aquatic center entry for Founders' Day, and temporary changes to City Hall hours.

• Adopted Resolution No 24-67 (Kossuth County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update) (All Ayes)
• Approved increasing City Attorney hourly compensation from $200 to $210 effective July 1, 2024 (All Ayes)
• Approved street closures on Nebraska Street for Party in the Park events on June 5, July 10, and August 7 (All Ayes)
• Approved free entry to Algona Aquatic Center on July 13-14 (All Ayes)
• Approved temporary City Hall hours of 7:30am - 4:30pm from May 28 to August 30 (All Ayes)
• Reappointed Mike Sabin to the AMU Board of Trustees through May 31, 2030 (All Ayes)
• Approved Appropriating Resolution No. 23/24-22 (All Ayes)
• Approved Special Class C Retail Alcohol for Top of Iowa Lucky Wife, LLC (All Ayes)

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss employee wages and benefits, city attorney compensation, the summer work schedule, hotel-motel tax funding, and safety committee policies. No dollar amounts or specific proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Employee wages and benefits
• City attorney compensation
• Summer work schedule
• Hotel-motel tax funding
• Safety committee/policies

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution approving a $30,785,000 sewer revenue capital loan from the Iowa Finance Authority, along with a FY 2023-2024 budget amendment. The council will also vote on a third reading of an ordinance setting a speed limit on Snap-on Dr and regulating golf carts, plus several resolutions for wastewater treatment and CDBG home rehabilitation contracts. Consent agenda items include alcohol licenses for Columbia Hall, Family Dollar, and Kossuth County VFW.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY 2023-2024 budget amendment
• Resolution authorizing $30,785,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10: Snap-on Dr speed limit and golf cart regulations (3rd reading)
• Resolution approving amendment to WHKS agreement for wastewater treatment facility construction administration
• Resolution acknowledging repayment of RLF loan from Walker Chiropractic & Wellness

The City Council approved a large loan for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project and adopted a budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The council also updated traffic ordinances and approved several administrative amendments to CDBG housing grants.

• Authorized $30,785,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes for WWTF project (all ayes)
• Adopted FY 2023-2024 Budget Amendment resulting in net revenue increase of $515,617 (all ayes)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1095 setting Snap-on Drive speed limit at 35 mph and amending golf cart rules (all ayes)
• Approved Amendment #1 to professional services agreement with WHKS for WWTF project (all ayes)
• Approved CDBG Home Rehabilitation Grant administrative amendments for three addresses (all ayes)
• Acknowledged repayment of Small Business Revolving Loan Fund by Walker Chiropractic & Wellness (all ayes)
• Approved request for Little Sprouts Daycare to reserve 4 parking spaces on July 11 (all ayes)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Columbia Hall Association, Family Dollar, and Kossuth County VFW (all ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and a $30,785,000 sanitary sewer revenue loan for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project. They will also consider resolutions to adopt the budget, certify taxes, authorize fund transfers, and approve a construction contract for the wastewater project. Other items include a second reading of an ordinance on speed limits and golf carts, and setting hearings for a budget amendment and airport runway project. A previously scheduled annexation hearing was canceled.

• Public hearing and resolution for $30,785,000 loan to Iowa Finance Authority for wastewater treatment improvements
• Resolution adopting FY 2024-2025 budget and certifying taxes
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10: Snap-on Dr speed limit and golf cart regulations (2nd reading)
• Resolution ordering bids for airport runway 12/30 shift, paving, and lighting improvements
• Approve change order for Central Park Splash Pad Project

The Council adopted the FY 2024-2025 budget and authorized up to $30,785,000 in loan debt for wastewater treatment facility improvements. A construction contract with Woodruff Construction for the wastewater project was approved. The Council also authorized a $21,262 change order for the Central Park Splash Pad project.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 Budget and certified taxes (all ayes)
• Authorized loan debt up to $30,785,000 for 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements (all ayes)
• Approved construction contract and bonds with Woodruff Construction for WWTF project (all ayes)
• Approved $21,262 change order for Central Park Splash Pad parking (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance setting Snap-on Drive speed limit to 35 mph and amending golf cart rules (all ayes)
• Authorized fund transfers for FY 2024-2025 (all ayes)
• Approved notice to bidders for Algona Municipal Airport runway project (all ayes)
• Acknowledged loan repayment by Taffe Health Solutions LLC (all ayes)

Joint Meeting - Algona City Council and Parks & Rec Commission

The Algona City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss the development of a park on the former site of Ronald Peck Auction, Inc. The agenda includes a planning process and maps for the park, along with updates from the Parks and Recreation Department. No formal decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion and update meeting.

• Discussion of park development at former Ronald Peck Auction, Inc. site
• Review of planning process and maps for the new park
• Parks and Recreation Department updates

The joint session focused on preliminary planning for the demolition and cleanup of the recently acquired Peck Property. No formal votes were taken on park development, though the city received the permit to begin construction of the Central Park Splash Pad.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Confirmed Splash Pad construction at Central Park will begin in late April

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on FY 2025 employee benefits and wages, including health, vision, and dental insurance, vacation, and clothing allowances. The committee will also consider a summer work schedule, a police department officer-assigned vehicles policy, and safety committee policies. This is a working session where items are discussed before potential action by the full council.

• FY 2025 employee benefits and wages: health, vision, dental insurance, vacation, clothing allowance
• Summer work schedule
• Police Dept. officer-assigned vehicles policy
• Safety committee/policies

Algona Special City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy rate and revenue for fiscal year 2024-2025. The agenda includes only this hearing, along with routine items like call to order and agenda approval. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2024-2025 property tax levy rate and revenue
• Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 112 W Call Street, Algona, Iowa
• Agenda published on 03/26/2024 at 6:31 PM

The City Council held a special meeting for the sole purpose of a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024-2025 property tax levy rate and revenue. City Administrator Tjaden reviewed residential and commercial impact scenarios, and staff answered taxpayer questions. No formal votes on the levy were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Held public hearing on Proposed FY 2024-2025 Property Tax Levy Rate and Revenue

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding its regular meeting to handle routine approvals, introduce a first reading of a code amendment affecting Snap-on Dr speed limits and golf cart rules, and vote on several resolutions including utility fund transfers, an industrial sewer agreement with Snap-on Tools, and a grant agreement for wastewater improvements. The council will also set a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 budget and discuss the budget itself. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and a liquor license for a school support group.

• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 10 on Snap-on Dr speed limit and golf cart regulations
• Resolution approving amended utility service and transfer agreement between AMU and City of Algona
• Resolution approving 2024 transfer of funds from AMU Electric and Water Utilities to City of Algona
• Resolution approving industrial sewer rental agreement with Snap-on Tools, Inc.
• Resolution setting public hearing for sanitary sewer revenue bond through State Revolving Fund for WWTF improvements (April 15 at 5:00 PM)

The Algona City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance setting a 35 mph speed limit on Snap-on Drive and amending golf cart rules. It approved an amended utility service and transfer agreement with Algona Municipal Utilities, a 2024 transfer of $517,471 from the electric utility and $55,842 from the water utility, a two-year industrial sewer agreement with Snap-on Tools, and a $500,000 state wastewater grant. The council also set an April 15 public hearing on issuing up to $30,785,000 in sewer revenue bonds and another April 15 hearing on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget. All votes recorded were unanimous.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including Appropriating Resolution No. 23/24-19 and a Class C liquor license for Friends of Bishop Garrigan High School (all ayes)
• Waived first reading and approved first reading of ordinance setting 35 mph speed limit on Snap-on Drive from Poplar St to HWY 18 and amending golf cart regulations (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-48 amending utility service and transfer agreement with AMU (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-49 transferring $517,471 from AMU Electric and $55,842 from AMU Water to the City for 2024 (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-50 for a two-year industrial sewer rental agreement with Snap-on Tools, Inc. (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-51 for a $500,000 Iowa Finance Authority wastewater grant (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-52 setting April 15 public hearing on up to $30,785,000 in sewer revenue bonds (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project with WHKS Engineering. The council will also review the FY 2024-2025 Budget.

• 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project - WHKS Engineering
• FY 2024-2025 Budget

The City Council held a work session to discuss wastewater treatment facility improvements and the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. No formal votes were taken on the project bids or the budget levy rates.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve plans and award a construction contract for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project. The council will also vote on the AFSCME Public Works Union Agreement for 2024-2027, a voluntary annexation request, and several other administrative items.

• Public hearing and resolutions for 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project
• Resolution approving AFSCME Public Works Union Agreement for 2024-2027
• Resolution setting public hearing for voluntary annexation application (April 15)
• Request from First United Methodist Church to close Nebraska St for events on May 22, July 14, September 4
• Class E Retail Alcohol License for Chib, LLC - Akron Stop

The Algona City Council approved a $28,470,000 construction contract for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project. They also approved a three-year union agreement for public works employees and set a public hearing for the voluntary annexation of 51.69 acres donated by the Donald R. Tietz Charitable Foundation. Additionally, the council awarded a tree removal bid and approved internal fund transfers, including moving ambulance funds to Kossuth County EMS.

• Approved $28,470,000 construction contract for 2024 WWTF Improvements Project (all ayes)
• Approved three-year AFSCME union agreement for public works employees (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 15 regarding annexation of 51.69-acre Tietz Foundation property (all ayes)
• Awarded $41,931 tree removal bid to D&J Tree Service LLC (all ayes)
• Approved transfer of majority of ambulance fund to Kossuth County EMS (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Retail Alcohol License for Chib, LLC - Akron Stop (all ayes)
• Approved First United Methodist Church request to close Nebraska St for events (all ayes)
• Reappointed Joe Hauptmann to Board of Adjustment (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, including property tax revenues and the levy rate. The agenda also includes general discussion and any other city business. The meeting is a work session, so no formal decisions are expected.

• Discussion of FY 2024-2025 budget
• Property tax revenues and levy rate review
• General budget discussion

The City Council held a work session to review property tax revenues and the levy tax rate for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. The session included a general discussion regarding Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation. No formal votes on budget items were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to sell city-owned real property at 812 S Moore St. They will also award a bid for emerald ash borer mitigation tree removals, set a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 property tax levy, and accept a donation of real property. A closed session is scheduled for collective bargaining strategy.

• Public hearing and resolution to sell 812 S Moore St
• Award bid for 2024 Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Tree Removals
• Resolution setting public hearing for FY 2024-2025 property tax levy (April 1, 2024)
• Resolution accepting donation of real property
• Class B and C retail alcohol licenses for Nuway K & H and Pep's

The City Council approved the sale of city-owned property at 812 S Moore St to Jason Weiland. The council also accepted a real estate donation from the Donald Tietz Charitable Foundation and scheduled a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 property tax levy.

• Approved sale of 812 S Moore St to Jason Weiland via Resolution No. 24-39 (all ayes)
• Tabled bid award for 2024 Emerald Ash Borer mitigation tree removals (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-40 setting April 1, 2024, for property tax levy public hearing (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-41 accepting real property donation from Donald Tietz Charitable Foundation (all ayes)
• Approved Class B Retail Alcohol License for Nuway K & H (all ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Pep's (all ayes)
• Approved Appropriating Resolution No. 23/24-17 (all ayes)

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several infrastructure and policy items. Topics include sanitary sewer fees for private well customers and those outside city limits, a speed limit and future development for Snap-on Drive, C-P Railroad crossings, Highway 169, a sidewalk infill policy, and the storm water utility rate structure. The agenda is a mix of discussion and potential action items, with no final votes listed.

• Sanitary sewer fees for customers on private wells and outside city limits
• Snap-on Drive speed limit and future development considerations
• C-P Railroad crossings discussion
• Highway 169 item
• Storm water utility rate structure

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes budget discussions for the airport, library, and law enforcement (police, dispatch, animal control, and community liaison), followed by general budget discussion. This is a discussion-only session, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion for Airport
• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion for Library
• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion for Law Enforcement (Police, Dispatch, Animal Control, Community Liaison)
• General budget discussion

The City Council held a work session to review budget items for the 2025 fiscal year. Discussions included updates on the Airport Runway Displacement Project, library programs, and law enforcement budgeting. No formal votes were taken on budget allocations.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda, several new business items, and a budget discussion. Key actions include a third reading of an ordinance creating an urban forest utility, a resolution approving work order #2 for the airport runway extension project, and setting a public hearing for the disposal of city-owned property at 812 S Moore St. The meeting will also include a closed session for collective bargaining negotiations.

• Ordinance creating Chapter 13.28 Urban Forest Utility (3rd reading)
• Resolution approving Work Order #2 with Bolton & Menk for Airport Runway Extension Project Phase II
• Resolution setting public hearing on disposal/redevelopment of city-owned property at 812 S Moore St
• Appointment to Housing Commission
• FY 2024-2025 budget projections and levy rates discussion

The Algona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1094, creating City Code Chapter 13.28 and establishing an Urban Forest Utility, after waiving the third reading. It also approved Resolution No. 24-37 for Work Order No. 2 with Bolton & Menk on the Airport Runway Extension Project Phase II, and Resolution No. 24-38 setting a March 4 public hearing on redevelopment proposals for 812 S Moore St. Sherri Beenken was appointed to the Housing Commission, and the council entered and exited a closed session on collective bargaining negotiations. Budget projections and levy rate scenarios were discussed, with no budget decision recorded.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1094 creating Chapter 13.28 Urban Forest Utility (all ayes)
• Waived third reading of the Urban Forest Utility ordinance (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-37, Work Order No. 2 with Bolton & Menk for airport Phase II (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-38 setting March 4 public hearing on 812 S Moore St. redevelopment (all ayes)
• Appointed Sherri Beenken to Housing Commission, term expires January 1, 2027 (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including Appropriating Resolution No. 23-24/16 and February 5 minutes (all ayes)
• Entered closed session on collective bargaining at 6:16 pm (all ayes)
• Ended closed session at 6:37 pm and adjourned (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, along with topics related to parks and recreation, the welcome center and downtown plantings, the street department, and the fire department. The agenda is primarily a discussion list, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion
• Parks & Recreation
• Welcome Center & Downtown Plantings / Community Beautification
• Street Department
• Fire Department

The Algona City Council held a work session on February 5, 2024, to review portions of the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget. Departments covered included Parks & Recreation, the Welcome Center & Downtown Plantings, Community Beautification, Street, and Fire. No budget items were voted on; the only formal actions were approving the agenda and adjourning. The minutes were published on 02/06/2024 and adopted on 02/19/2024.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:03 p.m. (moved by Hoover, seconded by Johnson)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to establish an Urban Forest Utility. The meeting also includes approvals for various project pay applications and a notice to bidders for tree removals.

• Second reading of ordinance creating Urban Forest Utility (Chapter 13.28)
• Notice to Bidders for 2024 Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Tree Removals
• Pay Application #4 for 2023 Airport Runway Extension Project - Phase I
• Pay Applications #21 and #22 for Library Improvement Project
• Pay Application #5 for 2023 Central Park Improvements

The City Council approved an ordinance creating an Urban Forest Utility to fund the planting and maintenance of public trees and compost site operations. The council also approved several project pay applications and tax abatements for local businesses.

• Established Urban Forest Utility via City Code Chapter 13.28 (All ayes)
• Approved Urban Revitalization Tax Abatements for 414 Eastland Circle, Hormel Foods, Scooter's Coffee, and GrandStay Hotel & Suites (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $74,623.81 payment for 2023 Airport Runway Extension Project - Phase I (All ayes)
• Approved Notice to Bidders for removal of 64 Ash trees (All ayes)
• Approved 2024 Algona Middle School Color Run route for May 17 (All ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-36 accepting WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project (All ayes)
• Approved pay applications for Central Park Improvements and Library Improvement Project (All ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Kossuth County Speedway (All ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding its regular meeting with several items of new business. The most consequential items are a third reading of a zoning ordinance that would amend rules for accessory dwelling units, triplexes, setbacks, and nonconforming lots, and a first reading of a new ordinance creating an urban forest utility. The council will also receive hotel/motel tax reports, consider a pay application for the WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project, and act on resolutions related to wastewater treatment facility improvements, bond counsel, and amended fee schedules.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 17.04 zoning regulations for ADUs, triplexes, setbacks, nonconforming lots, definitions, conditional uses (3rd reading)
• Ordinance creating Chapter 13.28 Urban Forest Utility (1st reading)
• Approve Pay Application #1 for WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project
• Resolution ordering bids for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project
• Resolution adopting amended fee schedules for building permits, site development, code enforcement, public works

The Algona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1093, amending City Code Chapter 17.04 zoning regulations to allow accessory dwelling units, triplexes, and setback adjustments in residential districts, with the stated purpose of encouraging more housing units and infill construction. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance creating an Urban Forest Utility, approved Pay Application #1 of $89,300 for the completed $94,000 WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project, and adopted resolutions starting the wastewater treatment facility upgrade bidding process, hiring bond counsel, and updating fee schedules. An Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption was approved for commercial improvements at 121 N. Dodge Street (Little Sprouts Daycare). No appointment was made to the Housing Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1093 amending Chapter 17.04 zoning rules for accessory dwelling units, triplexes, setbacks, nonconforming lots, definitions, and conditional uses (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance creating Chapter 13.28 Urban Forest Utility (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #1 of $89,300 for WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project; final project cost $94,000 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-33 ordering construction, approving plans/specs, and setting March 18 public hearing for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-34 approving engagement agreement with Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. as bond counsel (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-34 adopting amended fee schedules for building permits, site development, code enforcement, and public works (all ayes)
• Approved Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption for commercial improvements at 121 N. Dodge Street (Little Sprouts Daycare) (all ayes)
• No appointment made to the Housing Commission

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, covering various departments and revenue projections. The agenda includes items on sanitary sewer/WWTF, cemetery, code enforcement, economic development, public transit, TV systems, legislative, administration, and other general government. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion
• Sanitary sewer/WWTF
• Public transit (City Taxi)
• Revenue projections
• Code enforcement

The Algona City Council held a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. No final budget approvals or policy changes were made; the meeting focused on reviewing departmental updates and budget worksheets. The session included a recess and concluded with an adjournment.

• Agenda approved (all ayes)
• Work session recessed at 4:58 pm (all ayes)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss and review city fees for permits and licenses, an ordinance establishing an urban forest utility, and the FY 2024-2025 budget outlook and timeline. These are discussion items, not final decisions, as this is a work session.

• Review of city fees for building permits, site development applications, and other permits and charges
• Ordinance establishing an urban forest utility
• FY 2024-2025 city budget outlook and timeline
• Council work session schedule

The City Council held a work session to review current permit and license fees and a draft ordinance for an Urban Forest Utility. No final votes were taken on these items; staff was directed to bring them back for future approval.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Directed staff to prepare a Resolution to increase the city fee schedule for future approval
• Directed staff to present the Urban Forest Utility Ordinance at a future meeting

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold the second reading of an ordinance amending zoning regulations for residential development, covering accessory dwelling units, triplexes, setbacks, nonconforming lots, definitions, and conditional uses. The council will also consider a professional services agreement for general engineering services with Bolton-Menk, Inc. for 2024, adopt council rules of procedure, and make several appointments to boards and city official positions.

• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 17.04 zoning regulations for residential development (2nd reading)
• Resolution approving CY 2024 General Engineering Services agreement with Bolton-Menk, Inc.
• Resolution adopting City Council Rules of Procedure
• Appointments to Planning & Zoning Commission, Airport Zoning Board, Housing Commission, and Broadband Telecommunications Commission
• Appointments of City Clerk, Police Chief, and Fire Chief

The City Council approved amendments to zoning regulations to allow for higher housing density and accessory dwelling units. The council also renewed a general engineering contract and reappointed several city officials and commission members.

• Approved zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units, triplexes, and setbacks (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-30 for 2024 engineering services with Bolton-Menk, Inc. (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-31 establishing City Council Rules of Procedure (all ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for GrandStay Hotel & Suites (all ayes)
• Reappointed Aaron Siefken and Leroy Stohman to Planning & Zoning Commission (all ayes)
• Reappointed Kevin Walker to Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment (all ayes)
• Reappointed Theresa Waechter to Broadband Telecommunications Commission (all ayes)
• Reappointed Deb Bell (City Clerk), Benjamin Miller (Police Chief), and Mitch Ulrick (Fire Chief) (all ayes)