Bondurant public meetings in 2024
56 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
The Bondurant City Council approved a contract with Ball Team LLC for Phase 2 of City Park, which includes a splash pad designed for future ice ribbon installation. The council also approved a new Captain Fire/EMS position, the Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2 site plan, and a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions for payments, grants, and property acquisition. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member McKenzie absent.
- Approved contract with Ball Team LLC for City Park Phase 2 (4-0)
- Approved Captain Fire/EMS position (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 24 resolutions (4-0)
- Approved real estate purchase agreement for Truman Drive NE corridor (consent)
- Approved pay request No. 3 to Ryan Companies for Emergency Services Facility, $326,509.03 (consent)
- Approved pay request No. 2 to RW Excavating for Parkside Trail, $151,970.60 (consent)
- Approved change order No. 3 for 15th/13th Street Stormwater Improvements, $5,400 (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
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
The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of three resolutions: a plat of survey for 8295 Ne Santiago Drive, a plat creating Parcel '2024-191' for a future MidAmerican substation, and a site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2. The commission also discussed the ongoing zoning code rewrite, including topics like property fill limits, open space standards, and street tree requirements. No final decisions were made on the zoning code rewrite.
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-241212-31 for 8295 Ne Santiago Drive plat (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-241212-32 for Parcel '2024-191' plat (6-0, Mains abstained)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-241212-33 for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2 site plan (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
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
The City Council approved a resolution to apply for an Iowa Economic Development Authority grant to assist with renovations at 101 Lincoln Street, NE. Additionally, the Council approved a $8,790 professional services agreement for the Eagle Park Disc Golf Project and passed a consent agenda covering various board appointments and city contracts.
- Approved grant application for 101 Lincoln Street, NE (5-0)
- Approved $8,790 contract for Eagle Park Disc Golf design (4-1)
- Approved $62,700 payment to Gerard Tank & Steel for water tower (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 2025 board appointments (5-0)
- Authorized real estate purchase for Truman Drive, NE extension (5-0)
- Moved into closed session to discuss property and litigation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board heard updates on a trail sign proposal, disc golf course planning, member terms, and city park projects. The meeting consisted of reports, presentations, and discussions with no formal roll-call votes or final decisions recorded in the minutes.
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
The Bondurant City Council approved a resolution authorizing the city's application to the USDA Rural Development for financing the water tower, associated mains, and acquisition of water treatment facility/well sites. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included numerous resolutions for contracts, pay requests, and agreements. A previously tabled 28E agreement with Des Moines Water Works was brought back for discussion but tabled again.
- Approved USDA Rural Development loan application for water tower and treatment facility (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with 19 items including contracts, pay requests, and agreements (5-0)
- Tabled 28E agreement with Des Moines Water Works for NE Water Utility Improvements (5-0)
- Approved agenda amendment adding DART discussion item (4-0)
- Entered closed session for property acquisition and litigation discussion (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
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
The Bondurant City Council approved a $5.6 million contract for the Civic Campus Phase 2 project, with the lowest bid from Alliance Construction Group at $5,251,693.65. The council also approved a consent agenda covering numerous routine items, including rezoning, water tower payments, and professional service agreements. A 28E agreement with Des Moines Water Works was tabled for further discussion.
- Approved Civic Campus Phase 2 contract to Alliance Construction Group, not to exceed $5.6M (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with 24 items, including rezoning from M-2 to C-2 and multiple pay requests (5-0)
- Tabled 28E agreement with Des Moines Water Works for NE Water Utility Improvements (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amending tax division in 1991 Bondurant Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
- Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for Bondurant Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
- Approved $18,900 Shive-Hattery agreement for ARTocka Trail Loop Garden design (consent)
- Approved $151,131.90 and $984,100.89 pay requests to Gerard Tank & Steel for Water Tower Project (consent)
- Approved $220,770 amendment to RDG for Phase 2 City Park design (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
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
The Bondurant City Council approved three resolutions during its October 29, 2024 meeting. These included returning real property to Farmers Elevator Co., disposing of a previously-vacated alley in the Grain District, and terminating a lease at 98 Lincoln Street NE. All three measures passed with unanimous 5-0 votes from the present council members.
- Approved Resolution R-241029-228 for disposal of real property to Farmers Elevator Co. (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-241029-229 for disposal of previously-vacated alley in Grain District (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-241029-230 for termination of lease at 98 Lincoln Street NE (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
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
The Bondurant City Council approved the consent agenda, including several resolutions and ordinances, and took action on multiple items. They approved the construction order and bid letting for Bondurant City Park Phase 2, and waived the final reading of two zoning ordinances creating a Business Park District and rezoning a property. A 28E agreement with Des Moines Water Works was tabled for more information.
- Approved consent agenda including rezoning, professional services, and pay request (4-0)
- Approved construction order and bid letting for City Park Phase 2 (4-0)
- Waived final reading of ordinance creating Business Park District (4-0)
- Waived final reading of ordinance rezoning 319 Washington Ave SE to Business Park (4-0)
- Tabled 28E agreement with Des Moines Water Works for NE Water Utility Improvements (4-0)
- Set special meeting for Oct 29 to discuss disposal of real property to Farmers Elevator Co.
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
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
The City Council approved several zoning and land use map amendments to facilitate a new Business Park district and commercial development. The council also approved a $20,000 expenditure for tree removal and a memorandum of understanding for the Grain District redevelopment. An ordinance regarding urban chickens failed to pass due to a lack of motion.
- Approved first reading of Business Park district ordinance (4-0)
- Approved rezoning and land use map amendments for 319 Washington Ave SE (4-0)
- Approved rezoning and land use map amendments for Civic Campus North (4-0)
- Approved $20,000 contract for right-of-way tree removal (4-0)
- Approved Grain District redevelopment MOU (4-0)
- Urban chicken ordinance failed due to lack of motion
🗳️ How they voted (12 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
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a discussion-only session on the Zoning Code Kickoff, covering topics like district simplification, parking, lot widths, basements, drive-thrus, fences, ADUs, and signs. No formal decisions were made; the commission agreed to consider allowing 6-foot fences in street side yards with setbacks and to draft ADU language for future use. The meeting was procedural, with only agenda, minutes, and adjournment approved.
- Approved October 2, 2024 agenda (6-0)
- Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:10 pm (6-0)
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
The Bondurant City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 56 - Urban Chickens to the city code, passing 3-2. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution endorsing a grant application for a kayak launch at Lake Petocka. Discussion items covered emergency services staffing and law enforcement study findings, but no decisions were made on those topics. The meeting ended with a closed session for property acquisition and potential litigation.
- Approved second reading of urban chicken ordinance (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including treasurer's report, job description resolution, and kayak launch grant endorsement (5-0)
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Moved into closed session for property acquisition and litigation (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board met on September 19, 2024, and discussed but did not formally decide on parking and basketball court options. The board agreed the stacked parking design by Shive-Hattery is preferred for Eagle Park, and recommended a full-sized basketball court at Wolf Creek Park, pending updated cost estimates. Approval of June and August 2024 minutes was tabled to the next meeting.
- Preferred stacked parking design at Eagle Park (discussion)
- Recommended full-sized basketball court at Wolf Creek Park (discussion)
- Tabled approval of June 2024 minutes
- Tabled approval of August 2024 minutes
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
The Bondurant City Council approved several resolutions, including a $98,774 contract for the 13th & Lincoln/15th Street Stormwater Improvements Project and new 28E agreements for the Metro Home Improvement Program. The council also approved the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat and a consent agenda with routine items. Discussion items included sidewalk maintenance, a quarterly report, and urban chickens, but no action was taken on those topics.
- Approved $98,774 stormwater improvements contract to James Construction (5-0)
- Approved new 28E agreement for Metro Home Improvement Program (5-0)
- Terminated existing 28E agreement for Metro Home Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay request #3 to McAninch Corp for $382,055.49 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 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
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a new Business Park zoning district, along with related rezoning and Future Land Use Map amendments for 319 Washington Avenue SE and the Civic Campus North area. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The Commission also recommended approval of the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat.
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-25 creating the Business Park District (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-26 amending Future Land Use Map for 319 Washington Avenue SE to Business Park/Light Industrial (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-27 rezoning 319 Washington Avenue SE from C-2 to BP Business Park (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-28 amending Future Land Use Map for Civic Campus North Lots 1 & 2 to Regional Commercial (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-29 rezoning Civic Campus North Lots 1 & 2 from M-2 to C-2 (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-30 for Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
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)
The Bondurant City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to allow urban chickens, amended to include a sunset date, in a 3-2 vote. The council also approved a payment services agreement for accounts payable automation and the consent agenda, which included a rezoning request and a public art grant resolution. No final decisions were made on the chicken ordinance or the business incentive application.
- Approved consent agenda including rezoning to R-2/C-1 and public art grant resolution (5-0)
- Approved Payment Services Agreement with Tyler Technologies and Corpay (5-0)
- Amended urban chicken ordinance to add sunset date (3-2)
- Approved first reading of urban chicken ordinance as amended (3-2)
- Moved into closed session for property acquisition and litigation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided 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
The Bondurant City Council approved a resolution declaring necessity and establishing an Urban Renewal Area for the Grain District Parking BES Facility Exemplar Care project, and approved the first reading of a related tax division ordinance. The council tabled the site plan for Featherstone Apartments pending completion of the preliminary plat and traffic study guidance. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Driscoll absent.
- Approved R-240819-190 declaring necessity and establishing Urban Renewal Area (4-0)
- Approved first reading of O-240819-211 for tax division in August 2024 Addition (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Parcel 2024-102 (4-0)
- Tabled site plan for Featherstone Apartments (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including rezoning, contracts, and pay request (4-0)
- Approved R-240819-193 converting paid per call volunteers to part-time employees (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 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
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board approved the April 2024 minutes and tabled the June 2024 minutes to the next meeting. They also approved changing the September meeting location. Discussions included adding a basketball court at Wolf Creek Park, adding disc golf at Heritage Park, and exploring ways to help homeowners remove dead trees.
- Approved April 2024 minutes
- Tabled June 2024 minutes to next meeting
- Approved September meeting location change
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
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the Featherstone Apartments site plan (Resolution PZ-240808-24) in a 3-2 vote, citing a street alignment dispute with staff. The Commission also recommended approval of a plat of survey, a storage unit site plan, and an urban renewal plan amendment, all by 5-0 votes. A resident raised concerns about missing sidewalks along 2nd Street NW, and staff said the issue would be addressed during a future urbanization project.
- Recommended denial of Featherstone Apartments site plan (3-2)
- Approved Resolution PZ-240808-22 for plat of survey (5-0)
- Approved Resolution PZ-240808-23 for storage unit site plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution PZ-240808-25 for urban renewal plan amendment (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved July 11, 2024 minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
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
The Bondurant City Council approved the consent agenda 4-0, which included a $269,657.50 pay request for the water tower project, a $60,500 agreement for zoning and code updates, and a resolution endorsing a grant application for road improvements. The council also discussed urban chickens, capital updates, and law enforcement study findings, but took no formal action on these items. No closed session was held.
- Approved consent agenda 4-0, including pay request No. 3 to Gerard Tank & Steel for $269,657.50
- Approved resolution authorizing agreement with Confluence for zoning, subdivision, and sign code update for $60,500
- Approved resolution endorsing grant application to Iowa DOT for Grant Street South realignment
- Approved resolution updating employment agreement
- Received and filed library board minutes and emergency services report
🗳️ How they voted (3 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
The Bondurant City Council approved the contract for the 1st and 3rd Street Parking Improvements project and adopted the Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan. They also approved a site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue, NE, and gave first reading to an ordinance updating bicycle parking regulations. A closed session was held to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation.
- Approved contract for 1st and 3rd Street Parking Improvements (4-0)
- Adopted Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan (4-0)
- Approved site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue, NE (4-0)
- First reading of ordinance amending bicycle parking regulations (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including grants for basketball courts and heart monitors (4-0)
- Moved into closed session for property acquisition and litigation (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 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
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for rezoning two agricultural parcels to medium density residential and transitional commercial districts. The commission also recommended approval of a site plan for a property on Robinson Avenue NE.
- Recommended approval of rezoning Parcels 231/00021-632-000 and 231/00072-330-000 from A-1 Agricultural to R-2 Medium Density Residential and C-1 Transitional Commercial (5-1-0)
- Recommended approval of site plan at 2502 Robinson Avenue NE (6-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Animal Management Committee will hold a public hearing concerning a potential vicious animal located at 1290 Adams Street SE. The committee is also scheduled to consider an action item related to this matter.
- Public hearing for a potential vicious animal at 1290 Adams Street SE
- Action item regarding the potential vicious animal at 1290 Adams Street SE
City Council
The Council will review several resolutions including payments for water infrastructure and security upgrades. The agenda also includes an update on Central District Planning.
- $323,589.00 pay request for the Water Tower Project
- City Hall security camera project award to Convergint Technologies ($22,804.96)
- $20,000 contract for temporary well installation by Rieschink Drilling Co.
- Public art grants for Eagle Park and ARTocka Trail Loop
- Zoning code amendment regarding bicycle parking requirements
The Bondurant City Council approved a consent agenda containing 20 resolutions, including payments for water infrastructure and security upgrades. Council members appointed Tara Cox to the Animal Management Committee and moved into a closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation. Two residents addressed the council regarding the establishment of a local police department, but no action was taken on this request.
- Approved $323,589.00 pay request for Water Tower Project
- Approved $22,804.96 City Hall Access Control and Security Camera project
- Approved $15,722.50 pay request for 15th Street water main project
- Approved $20,000 contract for temporary well installation
- Approved $92,795.80 change order for Civic Campus Improvements
- Approved $99,178.96 pay request for Civic Campus Improvements
- Appointed Council Member Tara Cox to Animal Management Committee
- Moved into closed session for property acquisition and litigation discussion
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving the Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan and a functional art installation in Eagle Park. The agenda also includes discussion regarding splash pad direction and reports on the Fishing Derby and Movies in the Park.
- Approval of Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan
- Puddle Pavilions functional art installation in Eagle Park
- Splash Pad discussion and direction
- Fishing Derby report
- June Movies in the Park: The Game Plan Report
The Board recommended approval of the Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan and the Puddle Pavilions functional art installation. Members also reviewed VR design options for a new City Park splash pad.
- Recommended approval of Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan
- Recommended approval of Puddle Pavilions functional art installation in Eagle Park
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting a Pavement Management Program and reviewing several construction contracts. Public hearings are scheduled for the Park Side Trail Connection Project and the pavement program. Additionally, the council will discuss updates on the City Park Project and Civic Campus detention pond timing.
- Emergency Services Facility Precast bid package: $712,439
- Water Tower Project Pay Request No. 1: $697,752.68
- Parkside Trail Connection storage tank contract award: $467,721.18
- Civic Campus Phase I land rights payment: $66,159
- Zoning Code text amendment for bicycle parking requirements
The City Council approved a variety of infrastructure and administrative resolutions, including the adoption of a new Pavement Management Program. The Council also awarded a contract for the Parkside Trail Connection Project and approved the final plat for the Featherstone Townhomes. Additionally, officials held public hearings regarding trail connections and pavement management before entering a closed session to discuss property and litigation.
- Approved Pavement Management Program (4-0)
- Approved Featherstone Townhomes Plat 1 Final Plat (4-0)
- Awarded Parkside Trail Connection Project contract to RW Excavating (4-0)
- Authorized RFP for Zoning, Subdivision, and Sign Code updates (2-0)
- Approved $697,752.68 water tower pay request (4-0)
- Approved $286,770.96 city park reconstruction pay request (4-0)
- Appointed Jacob Huxford to the Tree Board (4-0)
- Approved $66,159 for Civic Campus land rights (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider amendments to Section 177.09 of the Zoning Code regarding bike racks. The meeting also includes discussions on drive-through text amendments and a request for proposals for code updates.
- Public hearing for bike rack zoning amendment
- Resolution PZ-240613-18: Bike rack text amendment
- Resolution PZ-240613-19: Waiver of review for Parcel 2024-88
- Discussion on drive-through text amendment
- Discussion on Zoning, Subdivision, and Sign Code Update RFP
The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to Section 177.09 of the Zoning Code to add bicycle parking requirements, with a note that placement be in an adequate location near the front door. It also recommended approval of a waiver of review for a Plat of Survey creating Parcel 2024-88 in unincorporated Polk County. The Commission discussed downtown development, possible drive-through code changes, and a zoning/subdivision/sign code update RFP, but took no final action on those items.
- Approved June 13, 2024 meeting agenda (6-0-0)
- Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240613-18, bike rack text amendment to Zoning Code Section 177.09, with consideration of bicycle parking placement near the front door (6-0-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240613-19, waiver of review of Plat of Survey creating Parcel 2024-88 in unincorporated Polk County (6-0-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (6-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding Case Number 103. This case involves a request for conditional use to allow an automotive and farm implement display, sales, service, and repair business in the General Commercial (C-2) District. The board will also consider Resolution BA-240514-05 related to this request.
- Public hearing for Case Number 103 regarding an automotive and farm implement business
- Resolution BA-240514-05 for Case Number 103
- Approval of May 14, 2024, minutes
City Council
The Bondurant City Council approved a consent agenda containing 12 routine items, including a resolution to authorize up to $175,000 for Civic Campus Phase I land rights and a $299,971 bid package for the Emergency Services Facility. The council also held a public hearing on a modification request for the Featherstone Planned Unit Development, which was referred to the Planning & Zoning Commission for further action. A closed session was held to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $175k Civic Campus land rights (5-0)
- Received $5,462 IAMU Safety Group Dividend check
- Received Emergency Services Facility bid package #1 ($299,971)
- Endorsed Iowa DNR Land & Water Conservation Fund for Chichaqua Valley Trail
- Set public hearing date for Pavement Management Program Plan
- Levied assessments for delinquent water at 706 Filmore Ave and 213 Tailfeather Dr
- Approved AARP Community Challenge Grant MOU for ARTocka Trail Garden
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Budget Amendment No. 1 for the FY24 budget. The meeting includes several site plan approvals and a discussion regarding naming rights.
- Public hearing and resolution for FY24 Budget Amendment No. 1
- Site plan approval for 2416 Robinson Avenue and extension request for 2465 Robinson Avenue, NE
- Recommended approval of the Bondurant Emergency Services Site Plan
- Resolution to order construction and set public hearing date for Parkside Trail Connection Project
- Ordinance to change Tree Board membership to a minimum of five and maximum of seven members
The Bondurant City Council approved Budget Amendment No. 1 for the FY24 budget and a series of resolutions covering site plans, a plat of survey, a fireworks sales permit, and trail project agreements. It also gave final approval to two ordinances, one changing Tree Board membership and another amending the municipal code. A closed session was held to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation; no decisions from that session were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved consent agenda including May 6 minutes, claims list, and multiple resolutions (5-0)
- Approved site plan for 2416 Robinson Avenue (5-0)
- Approved site plan extension for 2465 Robinson Avenue, NE (5-0)
- Approved Bondurant Emergency Services site plan (5-0)
- Approved Budget Amendment No. 1 for FY24 budget (5-0)
- Approved ordinance changing Tree Board membership to 5-7 members (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amending Chapter 155.05 of Municipal Code (5-0)
- Moved into closed session for property acquisition and potential litigation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on three specific zoning requests. These include requests for additional signage, a side-yard accessory structure, and a conditional use for an automotive and farm implement business.
- Case 101: Variance request for four wall signs and two monument signs
- Case 102: Variance request for an accessory structure in the side yard at 806 13th Street SE
- Case 103: Conditional use request for automotive and farm implement sales and service in a General Commercial (C-2) District
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several resolutions for site plan approvals and plats of survey. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a modification request for the Featherstone Outlot W Planned Unit Development Area.
- Public hearing and resolution for modification of Featherstone Outlot W Planned Unit Development Area
- Site plan approval for 2416 Robinson Avenue
- Bondurant Emergency Services Site Plan approval
- Firework Sales Permit for Wild Willy's Fireworks
- Plat of Survey approvals for 'Rural Survey' and 1st Street SW
The Commission recommended approval for the Bondurant Emergency Services site plan, a fireworks permit for Wild Willy’s, and three separate plats of survey. A request to allow slab-on-grade construction for 64 units in the Featherstone PUD was not recommended for approval.
- Recommended approval of 'Rural Survey' Plat of Survey (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of site plan for 2416 Robinson Avenue (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of Firework Sales Permit for Wild Willy’s Fireworks (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of Bondurant Emergency Services Site Plan (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of 1st Street SW Plat of Survey (7-0-0)
- Denied recommendation for Featherstone PUD modification to allow 40 slab-on-grade units (2-5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 – Courtyard Drive project. The council is also reviewing several routine resolutions including plat approvals and infrastructure grants.
- Contract award to McAninch Corporation for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 – Courtyard Drive for $1,627,374.45
- Professional services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for Campus Drive Area Infrastructure Improvements Phases 1 and 2 for $479,800
- Approval of Harvest Meadows Commercial Plat 1
- Real Property Charitable Donation Agreement for land for the future Chichaqua Valley Trail Extension Project
- Pay request to Jenco Construction Inc. for the Highway 65 Underpass Public Improvement Project for $30,000
The City Council approved a contract for the Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 – Courtyard Drive project. The council also passed a consent agenda including various board appointments, plat approvals, and infrastructure agreements.
- Awarded Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 contract to McAninch Corporation for $1,627,374.45 (4-0)
- Approved professional services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for $479,800 (4-0)
- Approved $30,000 retainage release to Jenco Construction Inc. for Highway 65 Underpass (4-0)
- Approved Harvest Meadows Commercial Plat (4-0)
- Appointed Taylor Noonan to the Tree Board (4-0)
- Reappointed Marian Collison, Tessa Simpson, Aaron Rasmussen, and Dennis Lyman to Parks & Recreation Board (4-0)
- Accepted land donation for future Chichaqua Valley Trail Extension Project (4-0)
- Approved BRIC Grant subaward for Grant Street South Realignment and Stormwater Improvements (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will hold a special meeting to review the city's growth strategy, zoning code updates, and capital planning. The body will also discuss the Master Streets Plan and the Parks, Trails, and Greenway Master Plan.
- Payment of $41,250 to Group Creative Services for a Dining Room piece at the ARTocka Trail Loop
- Discussion of Zoning Code Updates regarding recent legislative changes
- Review of Capital Plan and future bonding
- Discussion of Master Streets Plan projects and code updates
- Review of Parks, Trails, and Greenway Master Plan
The City Council approved a payment for the installation of a dining room piece at the ARTocka Trail Loop. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions regarding growth strategy, zoning code updates, the Capital Improvement Plan, and master plans for streets and parks.
- Approved $41,250 payment to Group Creative Services for ARTocka Trail Loop installation (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board is holding a regular meeting on April 18, 2024. The main action item is consideration of a recommendation related to the Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comments.
- Consideration of recommendation related to Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY25 proposed budget and the Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension. The body will decide on the annual budget, tax levy rate, and a site plan for US Equipment.
- Adoption of the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025, and tax levy rate
- Proposed plans and contract for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension
- Site plan approval for US Equipment at 1101 23rd Street, SW
- Payment of $19,086.21 to KLC Construction LLC for water main projects
- Approval of Towers Estate Plat of Survey in unincorporated Polk County
The City Council approved the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and certified the proposed tax levy rate. The council also approved plans for Civic Campus improvements and a site plan for US Equipment.
- Adopted FY25 Annual Budget and certified proposed tax levy rate (5-0)
- Approved plans and costs for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension (5-0)
- Approved site plan for US Equipment at 1101 23rd Street, SW (5-0)
- Approved 2024 Federal Legislative Priorities Booklet (5-0)
- Approved $19,086.21 pay request to KLC Construction LLC for water main project (5-0)
- Approved Towers Estate Plat of Survey in unincorporated Polk County (5-0)
- Endorsed grant application for Puddle Pavilions installation at Eagle Park (5-0)
- Approved refined concept for Dining Room installation at ARTocka Trail Loop (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review two specific land use items. The body will consider recommended approvals for a site plan and a plat of survey.
- Recommended approval of the Towers Estate Plat of Survey in unincorporated Polk County
- Recommended approval of the site plan for US Equipment at 1101 23rd Street SW
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a plat of survey splitting agricultural land into three parcels. The commission also recommended approval for a site plan for US Equipment, pending final engineering review.
- Recommended approval of Towers Estate Plat of Survey (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of US Equipment site plan at 1101 23rd Street SW (7-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet on April 9, 2024, to consider a variance request regarding fence height. The discussion involves an increase in the maximum allowable height for a fence in a street-side yard.
- Public hearing for a variance request to Section 178.02.1. of the Zoning Code
- Resolution for a 6'-tall fence in a street-side yard
General
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the property tax levy. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items.
- Public hearing on Property Tax Levy
The City Council conducted a public hearing regarding the property tax levy. No public comments were made during the hearing, and no further actions were taken on the matter.
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Bondurant City Council approved its consent agenda 4-0, including third readings of two zoning ordinance amendments, a $617,299.50 change order for the City Park Project, and resolutions advancing the Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension. The council also approved R-240401-84, setting a public hearing date for the FY24/25 city budget, after a presentation by the City Administrator. The council then moved into closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential or pending litigation, and adjourned at 7:19 PM. All votes were 4-0; Council Member Bob Peffer and Mayor Doug Elrod were absent.
- Approved consent agenda 4-0, including minutes, claims list, and routine applications
- Approved third reading of ordinance amending stormwater detention and retention basin setback requirements (4-0)
- Approved third reading of ordinance amending accessory structure setback requirements (4-0)
- Approved $617,299.50 change order for City Park Project with Brothers Concrete (4-0)
- Approved $13,100 quote for Downtown District Street Scape Planting Maintenance to Johnston Stump Grinding LLC (4-0)
- Approved action to order construction and set bid letting date for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension (4-0)
- Approved setting public hearing date for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 plans and specifications (4-0)
- Approved R-240401-84 setting public hearing date for FY24/25 city budget (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive an update on City Park and discuss a proposal for a half basketball court at Wolf Creek Park. The board will also discuss a temporary location for the 2024 Farmer's Market.
- RDG Planning and Design update on City Park benches, trash receptacles, and bike racks
- Wolf Creek Park Half Basketball Court Proposal
- 2024 Farmer's Market Temporary Location
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on the Major Streets Master Plan and zoning amendments for electronic message displays. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and zoning code updates regarding setbacks.
- Adoption of the Major Streets Master Plan
- Bid award to 1 Source Solar for the City Hall Solar Project in the amount of $84,170.00
- Water Tower Project change order for control structures and valving in the amount of $181,000
- Professional Services agreement with Shive-Hattery for $23,800 for the City Park public parking lot project
- Payment of $15,890.05 to KLC Construction, LLC for water main projects at 15th Street, NE 88th Street/32nd Street, SE and Jorie Way
The Bondurant City Council approved the Major Streets Master Plan, which formalizes future arterial and collector street policy, and passed a zoning ordinance on electronic message displays after waiving its first two readings. Council also approved a 12-month review timeline for an Alan's Seamless Gutters site plan addition at 1601 Garfield Street, SW. A large consent agenda passed 4-0, including a $181,000 water tower change order, an $84,170 City Hall solar project bid, and a $23,800 design contract for a new City Park parking lot. The council ended the meeting in closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential or pending litigation.
- Approved Major Streets Master Plan, formalizing future arterial and collector street policy (4-0)
- Approved electronic message display zoning text amendment after waiving first and second readings (4-0)
- Approved Alan's Seamless Gutters site plan addition at 1601 Garfield Street, SW, with review timeline changed from 24 to 12 months (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $181,000 water tower change order, $84,170 solar bid, and $23,800 parking lot design contract (4-0)
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Moved into closed session for property acquisition and potential or pending litigation (4-0)
- Adjourned at 08:57 PM (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding zoning code amendments for electronic message displays. The body will also consider approvals for a site plan, a plat of survey, and a master plan for major streets.
- Public hearing and recommended approval of text amendment to Section 181.13 regarding Electronic Message Displays
- Recommended approval of site plan for Alan's Seamless Gutters (Resolution PZ-240208-05)
- Recommended approval of Campus Industrial Park Plat of Survey (Resolution PZ-240314-08)
- Recommended approval of the Major Streets Master Plan (Resolution PZ-240314-09)
The Commission recommended approval of a Major Streets Master Plan and a zoning code amendment for electronic message displays. It also recommended approval for a site plan for Alan’s Seamless Gutters and a plat of survey for Campus Industrial Park.
- Recommended approval of electronic message display zoning text amendment (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of Alan’s Seamless Gutters site plan (7-0-0)
- Recommended approval of Campus Industrial Park Plat of Survey (6-0-1)
- Recommended approval of Major Streets Master Plan (7-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution regarding a zoning variance. The request seeks to allow an accessory structure height of 13'2" in a Medium Density Residential (R-2) District.
- Public hearing for variance request to Zoning Code Section 178.03.4.H.
- Proposed 13'2" height for an accessory structure in an R-2 District.
City Council
The Bondurant City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to amend the Zoning Code regarding accessory structure and stormwater detention basin setback requirements. The council will also review routine items via a consent agenda and discuss a BRAVO ICON Art Grant.
- Purchase of 2 new pickups from Stivers Ford not to exceed $102,312.00
- Public hearing and ordinance for Zoning Code amendments to stormwater detention and retention basin setbacks
- Public hearing and ordinance for Zoning Code amendments to accessory structure setbacks
- Resolution to set a public hearing date for the Major Streets Master Plan
- Resolution to set a public hearing date for Zoning Code text amendments regarding electronic message displays
The Bondurant City Council approved the first reading of two zoning ordinances: one amending stormwater detention and retention basin setback requirements, and one amending accessory structure setback requirements. Both passed 4-0 with Council Member Matt Sillanpaa absent. The council also approved the purchase of two new pickups from Stivers Ford for an amount not to exceed $102,312.00, and approved a consent agenda that included a hotel market study proposal and setting public hearing dates for the Major Streets Master Plan and electronic message display zoning amendments.
- Approved first reading of ordinance O-240304-204 amending stormwater detention and retention basin setback requirements (4-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance O-240304-205 amending accessory structure setback requirements (4-0)
- Approved purchase of 2 new pickups from Stivers Ford, not to exceed $102,312.00 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including February 20, 2024 minutes, claims list, and resolutions on hotel market study, Major Streets Master Plan hearing date, Pleasant Street SE quit claim deed, and electronic message display hearing date (4-0)
- Adjourned at 06:59 PM (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the adoption of the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan and the Art, Culture, & Wayfinding Master Plan. The body will also review site plans for a high school addition and a dance company.
- Public hearings and adoption of Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan and Art, Culture, & Wayfinding Master Plan
- Bid award to JB Roofing for City Hall Roof Replacement Project for $39,962.00
- Pay request to KLC Construction LLC for water main project at 15th St and NE 88th St/32nd St SE and Jorie Way for $16,890.05
- Site plan approval for Bondurant-Farrar Community School District High School Addition at 1000 Grant Street, North
- Site plan approval for Kasey Leigh Dance Co at 92 Paine Circle, SE
The Bondurant City Council approved a 17-item consent agenda in one 4-0 vote, including a $39,962 City Hall roof replacement bid to JB Roofing and a $16,890.05 pay request to KLC Construction. In separate action items, the council adopted the Art, Culture, & Wayfinding Master Plan and the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan, approved site plans for the Bondurant-Farrar High School addition and Kasey Leigh Dance Co, and approved Employee Handbook revisions, each carried 4-0. Council Member Bob Peffer was absent. The minutes record the roll-call vote lines for several action items as showing no ayes and no nays while still stating the motion carried 4-0.
- Approved consent agenda including 17 items (4-0)
- Awarded City Hall Roof Replacement Project to JB Roofing for $39,962.00 (consent agenda, 4-0)
- Approved pay request no. 11 to KLC Construction LLC for $16,890.05 (consent agenda, 4-0)
- Adopted Art, Culture, & Wayfinding Master Plan (4-0)
- Adopted Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Bondurant-Farrar High School Addition at 1000 Grant Street, North (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Kasey Leigh Dance Co at 92 Paine Circle, SE (4-0)
- Approved Employee Handbook Revisions (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to elect its Board Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a presentation on the Hillbilly Bike Ride.
- Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Presentation by Matt Sillanpaa regarding Hillbilly Bike Ride details
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on text amendments to the Zoning Code regarding setbacks for accessory structures and stormwater areas. The body will also review site plans for a school addition and two businesses, as well as a downtown redevelopment plan.
- Text amendments to Section 177.04 regarding accessory structure setbacks
- Text amendments to Sections 179 and 180 regarding stormwater detention and retention setbacks
- Site plan for Bondurant-Farrar Community School District High School Arts Addition at 1000 Grant Street North
- Site plan for Kasey Leigh Dance Co at 92 Paine Circle SE
- The Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan
The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of two zoning code text amendments regarding accessory structures and stormwater buffers. The Commission also approved site plans for the Bondurant-Farrar High School Arts Addition, Kasey Leigh Dance Co, and the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan. The site plan for Alan’s Seamless Gutters was tabled pending further information on lot-tie agreements and paving requirements.
- Recommended approval of Option 2 for accessory structure setbacks (7-0)
- Recommended approval of amended stormwater buffer strip requirements (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Bondurant-Farrar High School Arts Addition site plan (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Kasey Leigh Dance Co site plan (7-0)
- Tabled Alan’s Seamless Gutters site plan (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several plat approvals, grant applications, and public art installations. The body is also scheduling public hearings for the property tax levy and the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan.
- Payment of $138,153.15 to Brothers Cleaning Corporation DBE Brothers Concrete for Bondurant City Park Reconstruction
- Proposed professional services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the Downtown Parking Project
- Approval of Morgan Estates Plat 3 Preliminary Plat and Heartland LM Kellogg Plat 1 Final Plat
- Ordinance O-240116-203 to add an appeal section for fines and judgments to City Code Chapter 1.15
- Scheduling of a public hearing for the Property Tax Levy
The Bondurant City Council approved a professional services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the Downtown Parking Project and passed a consent agenda containing 22 routine items. These items included resolutions endorsing various grant applications, approving subdivision plats, and authorizing solar panel proposals for City Hall. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19 concerns, with Council Member Tara Cox absent.
- Approved professional services agreement with Shive-Hattery for Downtown Parking Project (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda of 22 routine items (4-0)
- Authorized Request for Proposals for solar panels at City Hall
- Approved $138,153.15 pay request for Bondurant City Park Reconstruction
- Endorsed application for DOT RAISE Grant for Grant Street South Realignment
- Approved purchase of tractor-mounted snowblower equipment
- Selected artist design concepts for Art Alley and Downtown Entry Installation
- Affixed dates for public hearings on Property Tax Levy and Master Plans
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will vote on rezoning and code amendments. The body is also considering resolutions to apply for state grants for downtown building remediation and public improvements in the Grain District.
- Third reading of rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) for Morgan Estates Plat 3
- Third reading of amendment to Harvest Meadows Planned Unit Development Area 'D'
- Second reading of ordinance adding an appeal section for fines and judgments to Chapter 1.15
- Endorsement of pre-application for IEDA Community Catalyst Grant for downtown building remediation
- Endorsement of pre-application for IEDA Destination Iowa Program for Grain District public improvements
The City Council approved endorsements for two Iowa Economic Development Authority grant programs to fund downtown building rehabilitation and public improvements. The council also approved several zoning ordinances and a city code amendment via the consent agenda.
- Approved rezoning Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) for Morgan Estates Plat 3 (4-0)
- Approved amendment to Harvest Meadows Planned Unit Development Area 'D' (4-0)
- Approved city code amendment adding an appeal section for fines and judgments (4-0)
- Approved endorsement for Community Catalyst Grant for downtown building remediation (5-0)
- Approved endorsement for Destination Iowa Program for Grain District public improvements (5-0)
- Agreed on Option 1 for the Downtown Parking Project
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review a draft master plan for art, culture, and wayfinding. The board will also discuss artist proposals for the Downtown Entryway and Art Alley.
- Presentation of draft Art, Culture, and Wayfinding (ACW) Master Plan by Group Creative
- Discussion of artist proposals for Art Alley
- Discussion of artist proposals for Downtown Entryway
City Council
The City Council will review two rezoning ordinances and several funding applications for downtown improvements. The body is also deciding on equipment purchases and infrastructure project payments.
- Payment of $172,373.36 to KLC Construction LLC for water main projects at 15th Street, NE 88th Street/32nd Street SE, and Jorie Way
- Purchase of a brush chipper for $35,000
- Contract of $55,000 with Group Creative Services for an art piece at the ARTocka Trail Loop
- Second reading of rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) for Morgan Estates Plat 3
- Endorsement of pre-applications to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for the Destination Iowa Program and Community Catalyst Grant Program
The City Council approved a consent agenda covering multiple resolutions for equipment, easements, and construction payments. The council also endorsed grant applications for downtown redevelopment and approved the first reading of an ordinance regarding fine appeals.
- Approved $35,000 purchase of brush chipper (3-0)
- Approved $172,373.36 payment to KLC Construction LLC for water main project (3-0)
- Approved $55,000 contract with Group Creative Services for ARTocka Trail Loop art (3-0)
- Approved electric easement at 103 Main Street SE for MidAmerican Energy Company (3-0)
- Approved rezoning of Morgan Estates Plat 3 from Agricultural to Planned Unit Development (3-0)
- Approved amendment to Harvest Meadows Planned Unit Development Area 'D' (3-0)
- Endorsed pre-application for IEDA Destination Iowa and Community Catalyst programs (3-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance adding appeal section for fines and judgments (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions regarding text amendments to the Zoning Code. These changes concern setback requirements for accessory structures and stormwater detention and retention areas.
- Public hearing and resolution for text amendment to Section 177.04 regarding accessory structure setbacks
- Public hearing and resolution for text amendments to Sections 179.01, 180.04, 180.05, and 180.07 regarding stormwater detention and retention area setbacks
- 2024 Election of Officers
- 2023 Planning & Zoning Commission Annual Report
The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0-0 to table Resolution PZ-240111-01, a text amendment to Section 177.04 of the Zoning Code that would let accessory structures with fire walls approved by the Fire Marshall be as close as 3 feet to a primary structure. The Commission also voted 6-0-0 to table Resolution PZ-240111-02, text amendments to Sections 179.01, 180.04, 180.05 and 180.07 setting a five-foot setback for stormwater detention and retention areas. Staff was asked to bring both amendments back with more options. The Commission also approved its December 14, 2023 minutes and elected Karen Keeran as Chairperson and Andy Mains as Vice-Chairperson.
- Tabled Resolution PZ-240111-01 (accessory structure setback text amendment, Section 177.04) 6-0-0; staff to return with more options
- Tabled Resolution PZ-240111-02 (stormwater detention/retention setback text amendments, Sections 179.01, 180.04, 180.05, 180.07) 6-0-0
- Approved December 14, 2023 meeting minutes 6-0-0
- Approved the December 14, 2023 amended meeting agenda 5-0-0
- Elected Karen Keeran as Chairperson and Andy Mains as Vice-Chairperson 6-0-0
- Adjourned the meeting 6-0-0
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several land use amendments and rezoning requests, including the Harvest Meadows and Morgan Estates projects. The body is also reviewing funding applications for road and trail projects and a business incentive for Exemplar Care.
- Funding for Exemplar Care under the Targeted Business and Industry Program not to exceed $123,600
- Public hearings for rezoning Morgan Estates Plat 3 from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
- Public hearings for land use map amendments and modifications to Harvest Meadows Area D
- Grant applications for Grant Street South realignment and Eastern Polk County I-80 Interchange Planning Study
- Adoption of a 'Little Libraries' Policy
The City Council approved several zoning amendments, preliminary plats, and funding applications for infrastructure projects. The council also adopted a new 'Little Libraries' policy and updated cemetery burial process ordinances.
- Approved funding for Exemplar Care up to $123,600 (5-0)
- Approved property exchange in the Civic Campus Master Plan area (5-0)
- Approved Future Land Use Amendment for Harvest Meadows Area D (4-0)
- Approved Bondurant Industrial Park Plat 2 Preliminary Plat (5-0)
- Adopted 'Little Libraries' Policy (5-0)
- Selected 'I/Thee' concept for ARTocka Trail Loop (5-0)
- Approved first reading of rezoning for Morgan Estates Plat 3 (5-0)
- Approved final reading of ordinance updating cemetery burial process (5-0)