Bondurant public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a real estate purchase agreement with JT Real Estate Trust for land needed for the Truman Drive NE corridor. The council will also vote on several consent‑agenda items, including pay requests and change orders totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars for stormwater, park, and infrastructure projects. Action items include approving a Captain Fire/EMS position, a contract with Ball Team LLC for Phase 2 of City Park, and a site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2. A discussion will be held on the DMWW 28E Draft Agreement and a library annual report will be presented.
- Resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a real estate purchase with JT Real Estate Trust for Truman Drive NE corridor land
- Resolution approving Pay Request No. 3 to Ryan Companies for the Bondurant Emergency Services Facility Project ($326,509.03)
- Resolution approving Change Order No. 3 for added work on 15th St/13th St stormwater improvements ($5,400.00)
- Resolution approving contract with Ball Team LLC for Phase 2 of City Park
- Resolution approving the Captain Fire/EMS position
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve plats of survey for two new developments and a site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2. The agenda also includes a discussion on a zoning code rewrite.
- Resolution PZ-241212-31: Plat of Survey for 8295 NE Santiago Drive
- Resolution PZ-241212-32: Plat of Survey creating Parcel '2024-191'
- Resolution PZ-241212-33: Site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2
- Discussion: Zoning Code Rewrite
- Meeting location: Bondurant City Center, 200 Second Street, Northeast
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including a real‑estate purchase agreement with Newby Farms Inc. to secure land for the right‑of‑way corridor of the planned Truman Drive extension. Additional items include a month‑to‑month lease extension with Northland Foundations, Inc., a $62,700 payment to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project, and an $8,790 professional services agreement with McClure Engineering for the Eagle Park Disc Golf Project. The council will also hold public hearings on a pre‑application for an Iowa Economic Development Authority grant and on the Bondurant City Park Phase 2 project.
- Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a real‑estate purchase agreement with Newby Farms Inc. for land needed for the Truman Drive extension right‑of‑way corridor
- Resolution extending a month‑to‑month lease with Northland Foundations, Inc.
- Resolution approving pay request No. 7 to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project in the amount of $62,700
- Resolution approving a professional services agreement with McClure Engineering for $8,790 for concept layout, design assistance, and construction staking for the Eagle Park Disc Golf Project
- Public hearing to consider eligible project(s) for the Iowa Economic Development Authority Community Catalyst Building Remediation Grant program
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to take action regarding a disc golf course. The board will also discuss member terms, city park updates, and fire station renovations.
- Action item: Disc Golf Course
- Guest presentation: Jeff Cook - Friends of the CVT
- Discussion: Member Terms
- Discussion: City Park update
- Discussion: Fire Station Renovation update
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider a resolution authorizing an application to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, for financing a water tower, associated mains, and acquisition of water treatment facility sites. The meeting also includes multiple consent‑agenda resolutions approving contracts and pay requests for park, trail, and emergency services projects, as well as a U‑STEP agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for intersection improvements. A public hearing will be held on the USDA application, and council members will discuss zoning and subdivision code updates.
- Resolution authorizing USDA Rural Development loan for water tower and treatment facility
- Resolution approving $7,600 contract with Bolton & Menk for engineering services on Parks & Recreation Events Center renovation
- Resolution approving $190,810.52 pay request to RW Excavating Solutions for Parkside Trail Connection Project
- Resolution approving $592,178.75 pay request for Bondurant Emergency Services Facility Project
- Resolution approving U‑STEP Agreement with Iowa DOT for intersection improvements at 2nd Street NE and US 65/Hubbell Avenue
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a contract award for the Civic Campus Phase 2 Project not to exceed $5.6 million. Items on the agenda also cover rezoning of the Civic Campus North area, several professional services agreements, and multiple pay requests for ongoing water and infrastructure projects. A public hearing will be held on the plans and contract for the Civic Campus Phase 2 Project.
- Resolution awarding contract for Civic Campus Phase 2 Project up to $5.6 million
- Third‑reading ordinance to rezone Civic Campus North from Medium Industrial (M‑2) to General Commercial (C‑2)
- Resolution approving $18,900 professional services agreement with Shive‑Hattery for garden design at ARTocka Trail Loop
- Resolution approving $984,100.89 pay request to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project
- Resolution approving $220,770 amendment to RDG agreement for Phase 2 City Park design
General
The Bondurant City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on the disposal of real property. The agenda includes public hearings and resolutions regarding land transfers and a lease termination.
- Public hearing and resolution for disposal of real property back to Farmers Elevator Co.
- Public hearing and resolution for disposal of a previously-vacated alley in the Grain District
- Resolution to terminate the lease at 98 Lincoln Street NE
City Council
The City Council will review rezoning requests for the Civic Campus North and Washington Avenue SE. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and setting public hearing dates for city improvements.
- Payment of $922,363.29 for the Bondurant Emergency Services Facility Project
- Proposal for underground electrical service from Mid-American Energy for $151,070.30
- Professional Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery for $10,860 for Wolf Creek Park basketball court design
- Second reading of ordinance to rezone portions of Civic Campus North from M-2 to C-2
- Second reading of ordinance to rezone 319 Washington Avenue SE to the Business Park (BP) District
Board of Adjustment
The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from August 13 and consider a conditional use permit for MidCountry Machinery. The meeting is open to the public at the Bondurant Community Library.
- Approval of August 13, 2024 minutes
- Case 103: MidCountry Machinery Conditional Use Permit
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will take a third and final reading on an ordinance adding Chapter 56 – Urban Chickens to the City Code. The council will also hold public hearings and consider resolutions on several zoning and land‑use amendments, including the Business Park district and the Civic Campus North area. A resolution to approve a bid up to $25,000 for removing right‑of‑way trees and a resolution adopting the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan are also on the agenda.
- Third and final reading of Ordinance creating Chapter 56 – Urban Chickens
- Public hearing and resolution to amend the Future Land Use Map for 319 Washington Avenue SE
- Resolution approving a bid not to exceed $25,000 to remove right‑of‑way trees
- Resolution adopting the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan
- Public hearings on rezoning 319 Washington Avenue SE and portions of the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the agenda and the September 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hear any guest comments and consider any pending action items. The commission will hold a discussion on the Zoning Code Kickoff. Reports from commission members, community development staff, the city administrator, and the city council liaison will also be presented.
- Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Zoning Code Kickoff
- Guests may address the commission
- Reports from commission members and city staff
General
The Bondurant City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss an ordinance adding a chapter on urban chickens to the city code. The council will also review emergency services staffing and law enforcement findings.
- Ordinance amending City Code to add Chapter 56 - Urban Chickens
- Resolution approving Job Descriptions for Lieutenant Fire/EMS Coordinator
- Resolution of endorsement for Lake Petocka kayak launch funding
- Discussion on Bondurant Emergency Services Staffing and Operation Analysis
- Discussion on Law Enforcement Study Findings
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss infrastructure improvements at local parks. The board is reviewing parking options at Eagle Park and basketball court options for Wolf Creek and Wisteria Parks.
- Parking options at Eagle Park
- Basketball court options for Wolf Creek/Wisteria Parks
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will meet virtually on September 16, 2024, to approve routine items and consider resolutions for a stormwater project, a civic campus plat, and a Metro Home Improvement Program.
- Resolution approving pay request no. 3 to McAninch Corporation for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 ($382,055.49)
- Resolution awarding contract for 13th & Lincoln/15th Street Stormwater Improvements Project to James Construction, LLC ($98,774.00)
- Resolution terminating existing 28E Agreement for Metro Home Improvement Program
- Resolution approving 28E Agreement for Operation of Metro Home Improvement Program
- Resolution considering submitted Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to adopt a text amendment that creates a Business Park Zoning District. It will also review requests to amend the Future Land Use Map and rezone specific parcels, including 319 Washington Avenue SE and Lots 1 & 2 of the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat. The commission will vote on resolutions recommending approval of each amendment and the submitted Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat.
- Public Hearing – Consideration of Text Amendment creating the Business Park Zoning District
- Resolution PZ-240912-25 – Recommended approval of the Business Park Zoning District amendment
- Public Hearing – Request to amend the Future Land Use Map for 319 Washington Avenue SE to Business Park/Light Industrial
- Resolution PZ-240912-27 – Request to rezone 319 Washington Avenue SE from C-2 Regional Commercial to BP Business Park
- Resolution PZ-240912-30 – Consideration of the submitted Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat
City Council
The City Council will discuss a new city code chapter regarding urban chickens and a request to rezone agricultural land to residential and commercial districts. The body is also reviewing a payment services agreement for accounts payable automation and a grant application for a downtown entryway.
- Third reading of rezoning Parcel 8023-25-200-011 and part of 8023-25-200-010 from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) and Transitional Commercial (C-1)
- First reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 56 - Urban Chickens to the City Code
- Resolution for a Payment Services Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. and Corpay, Inc.
- Grant application endorsement for the Bravo Greater Des Moines Public Art Grant for a downtown entryway
- Discussion of Targeted Business & Industry Program Application for 88 Paine Circle SE (Bondurant Dermatology)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will vote on creating an Urban Renewal Area and adopting an amendment to its plan. The meeting also includes a rezoning ordinance for two parcels, several contract and payment approvals, and a public hearing on the Urban Renewal Plan amendment. Items on the consent agenda will be considered together unless a council member or citizen requests separate discussion.
- Resolution to declare necessity and establish an Urban Renewal Area and approve its plan amendment (Grain District Parking BES Facility Exemplar Care)
- Ordinance O-240805-210 (Second Reading) rezoning parcels 8023-25-200-011 and part of 8023-25-200-010 from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) and Transitional Commercial (C-1)
- Resolution amending the City Hall Access Control and Security Camera Project quote to Convergint Technologies for $3,831.35
- Resolution approving an amended Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for the 2nd Street, NW Widening Project for $14,600
- Resolution approving pay request No. 4 to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project for $248,995.00
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks & Recreation Board will review and discuss a proposed change to the September meeting location, consider a disc golf initiative, and receive updates on city parks. The board will also hear reports on the Bondu Blues and Brews event and the Touch-a-Truck event. Action items will be considered, and routine agenda items such as roll call and minutes approval will be completed.
- September meeting location change
- Disc golf proposal
- City park updates
- Bondu Blues and Brews event report
- Touch-a-Truck event report
Board of Adjustment
The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request. The board will decide whether to allow a 6-foot tall wood fence in a street-side and front yard.
- Public hearing and resolution BA-240813-06 regarding a variance to Zoning Code Section 177.02 for a 6-foot tall wood fence
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approvals for a survey plat and site plans for Parcel 2024-102 and Featherstone Apartments. The body will also consider a recommended approval for the 2024 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment. Additionally, the commission will discuss the future of the Bondurant-Farrar Community School District.
- Resolution PZ-240808-22: Approval of Acquisition Plat '2024-101' and Parcels '2024-102' and '2024-103'
- Resolution PZ-240808-23: Site plan for Parcel 2024-102
- Resolution PZ-240808-24: Site plan for Featherstone Apartments
- Resolution PZ-240808-25: Recommended approval of the Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (2024 Amendment)
- Discussion regarding Bondurant-Farrar Community School District future school
City Council
The City Council will consider rezoning parcels from Agricultural to Medium Density Residential and Transitional Commercial districts. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with multiple infrastructure contracts and grant applications.
- Public hearing and first reading for rezoning Parcel 8023-25-200-011 and part of 8023-25-200-010 from Agricultural to R-2 and C-1 districts
- Payment of $389,397.52 to McAninch Corporation for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1
- Contract of $94,300.00 with HR Green for 2nd Street, NW Widening Project Improvements
- Payment of $96,855 to Shive-Hattery for Central District Stormwater Improvements professional services
- Roadway restriping project contract with Quality Striping Inc. for $28,950.00
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several routine resolutions, notably a $269,657.50 payment to Gerard Tank & Steel for the water tower project and a $60,500 agreement with Confluence for zoning, subdivision, and sign‑code updates. Council members will also discuss items such as Urban Chickens, a capital update, and findings from a law‑enforcement study. A closed‑session will address property matters under Iowa Code 21.5.1(j).
- Resolution approving Pay Request No. 3 to Gerard Tank & Steel for $269,657.50 (Water Tower Project)
- Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with Confluence for $60,500 (zoning, subdivision, sign code update)
- Resolution endorsing the city’s grant application to the Iowa DOT Traffic Safety Improvement Program for the Grant Street South realignment project
- Discussion item: Urban Chickens
- Discussion item: Law Enforcement Study Findings
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider awarding a contract for 1st and 3rd Street parking improvements, approve a Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan, and approve a site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue, NE. The meeting also includes resolutions for various grants and a public hearing on a rezoning.
- Award of contract for 1st and 3rd Street Parking Improvements
- Adoption of Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan
- Approval of site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue, NE
- Resolution approving Prairie Meadows Youth Sports and Recreation Grant Agreement
- Resolution approving Prairie Meadows Community Betterment Grant Agreement
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider rezoning two agricultural parcels to residential and commercial districts. They will also review a site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue NE.
- Rezoning of Parcels 231/00021-632-000 and 231/00072-330-000 to R-2 and C-1 districts
- Site plan approval for 2502 Robinson Avenue NE
- Approval of June 13, 2024 minutes