Camanche public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss new business regarding the city's finances. The primary action item is the approval of the Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Approval of Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year 2025

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the City of Camanche's Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2025. Both motions passed with all Ayes recorded.

• Approved agenda (all Ayes)
• Approved Annual Financial Report for FY 2025 (all Ayes)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Camanche Board of Adjustments will meet on November 25, 2025 at City Hall. The board will consider a request from Iowa American Water for a special use permit to construct a water tower along Highway 30 on parcel ID 10-1822-0212. No other agenda items involve decisions or proposals.

• Special use permit request by Iowa American Water to build a water tower on Highway 30 (parcel ID 10‑1822‑0212)

City Council

The council will consider and vote on the 2025 Camanche Redevelopment Urban Renewal Plan and the designation of the Urban Renewal Area. They will also approve the FY2025 Urban Renewal Report and adopt an ordinance amending the golf‑cart regulation. A public hearing date will be set for a development agreement with Fareway Stores, Inc. Additional items include routine financial approvals and department reports.

• Approve payment to ACCO Unlimited Corporation for winterization of Splash Pad – $2,172.10
• Approve payment to Ferguson Waterworks for meter software and My 360 annual maintenance – $14,455.80
• Approve payment to Dependable Drain & Plumbing for 3M water line connections – $10,790.00
• Ordinance amending Chapter 3-3-70 Golf Carts Subsection 3(b)
• Set date for public hearing on Development Agreement with Fareway Stores, Inc.

The council approved the agenda and the consent agenda covering routine city expenses. It adopted a resolution establishing the 2025 Camanche Redevelopment Urban Renewal Area and approved the associated Urban Renewal Plan. The council also moved forward with several ordinances, including amendments to golf cart rules and tax divisions within the renewal area. Payments for three invoices were authorized.

• Approved agenda (all Ayes)
• Approved consent agenda covering listed city expenses (all Ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending golf cart rules (all Ayes)
• Approved FY2025 Camanche Urban Renewal Report (all Ayes)
• Approved 2025 Camanche Redevelopment Urban Renewal Plan and Area (4-1)
• Adopted resolution declaring necessity and establishing Urban Renewal Area (all Ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance on tax division in Urban Renewal Area (4-1)
• Approved payment of invoices: ACCO Unlimited $2,172.10; Ferguson Waterworks $14,455.80; Dependable Drain & Plumbing $10,790.00 (all Ayes)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will consider several resolutions, including one to adopt Shared Use Trail maintenance and another to approve the hire of Eric Dau as a firefighter/paramedic. The council will also approve a $4,177.50 payment to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. for repairs at the Swan Slough Lift Station. Unfinished business includes discussion of a 28E agreement with Clinton County Communications. A work session on the FY2027 budget is scheduled before adjournment.

• Approve payment of $4,177.50 to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. for Swan Slough Lift Station repairs
• Adopt a Resolution regarding Shared Use Trail maintenance
• Adopt a Resolution approving the hire of Eric Dau as Firefighter/Paramedic
• Discuss 28E Agreement with Clinton County Communications (Pruett, Frey)
• Work Session – FY2027 Budget

The City Council unanimously approved the agenda, hired Eric Dau as a firefighter/paramedic, and adopted a resolution for shared‑use trail maintenance. It also approved a consent agenda covering numerous city payments, a $4,177.50 invoice to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc., and the 28E Agreement with Clinton County Communications.

• Approved agenda (all Ayes)
• Approved hire of Eric Dau as firefighter/paramedic (all Ayes)
• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all Ayes)
• Approved consent agenda covering multiple city payments (all Ayes)
• Approved payment of $4,177.50 to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. (all Ayes)
• Approved 28E Agreement with Clinton County Communications (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution regarding shared use trail maintenance (all Ayes)
• Approved payment of $173,249.90 total claims and fund allocations (all Ayes)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will approve payments for sewer plant upgrades and concrete repairs, discuss a trail funding agreement, and set a date for a public hearing on redevelopment plans.

• Approve $11,250 for Waste Water Treatment Plant Controller Upgrade
• Approve $2,910 for Swan Slough Boat Ramp concrete repairs
• Approve $500,000 in funding for Camanche Trail Plan
• Set date for public hearing on 2025 Redevelopment Urban Renewal Area
• Approve $3,000 IDNR grant for Nozzles and Forestry Equipment

The council approved an agreement with the Regional Planning Authority to accept $500,000 in funding for the Camanche Trail Plan (Ayes: Weller, Farrell, Bowman; Nay: Klahn). They also approved the consent agenda, a private event application, and payments for a boat ramp repair ($2,910) and library beachfront mulching ($2,500). Additional actions included adopting a resolution for a public hearing on the 2025 Urban Renewal Area, approving an $11,250 wastewater controller upgrade invoice, and approving a $3,000 IDNR grant for fire department equipment.

• Approved $500,000 RPA agreement for Trail Plan (Ayes Weller, Farrell, Bowman; Nay Klahn)
• Approved Consent Agenda (all Ayes)
• Approved Private Event Application for Donald J’s Poor House Tap (all Ayes, Weller abstained)
• Approved payment to McManus Construction Services Inc. for Swan Slough Boat Ramp repair $2,910 (all Ayes)
• Approved payment to Spencer Excavating for Library beachfront mulching $2,500 (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution setting date for public hearing on 2025 Urban Renewal Area (all Ayes)
• Approved payment for Cummins Sales and Service invoice $11,250 for wastewater plant controller upgrade (all Ayes)
• Approved IDNR grant application up to $3,000 for fire department nozzles and forestry equipment (all Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider documents regarding PFAS remediation and the appointment of Jim Sowle as Fire Chief. The body is also reviewing sewer rates, water utility funding, and the solid waste proprietary fund.

• Appointment of Jim Sowle as Incoming Fire Chief starting November 7, 2025
• Proposed PFAS remediation documents and 3M-City of Camanche Reimbursement Agreement
• Payment of $90,912.00 to Manatt’s for road work on 11th Place and 12th Place
• Purchase of 200 tons of salt from Great Lakes Salt Company for $22,000.00 plus $4,010.00 delivery
• Proposal from River City Fencing, Inc. for $9,240.00 for fence replacement at Platt Park

The council approved the consent agenda and several payment invoices, adopted a Class C retail alcohol license, and approved the PFAS remediation agreement with 3M. It also appointed Jim Sowle as the incoming fire chief and authorized transfers between city funds. The 28E agreement with Clinton County was tabled.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all items) – all Ayes
• Approved River City Fencing fence replacement at Platt Park $9,240 – all Ayes
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Donald J’s Poor House Tap – all Ayes, Councilman Weller abstained
• Approved PFAS remediation agreement and Schedule A amendments – all Ayes
• Approved appointment of Jim Sowle as Incoming Fire Chief – all Ayes
• Approved transfer of money and closure of 9th Street Project Fund – all Ayes
• Tabled 28E Agreement with Clinton County Communications – no vote recorded
• Approved payment of Manatt invoice for road work $90,912 – all Ayes

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes several payments, such as $27,505.05 for additional flashing crosswalk signs, $36,000 for a well change order, and smaller water‑main repair invoices. Unfinished business includes multiple ordinance readings and adoptions concerning junk vehicles and swimming‑pool regulations. New business items include establishing trick‑or‑treat hours, a sewer fund presentation, and a Fareway site plan.

• Approve Change Order #1 for Gingerich Well & Pump Services, LLC – $36,000 (Well #8)
• Approve payment to McManus Construction Services, Inc. for water main repairs at Anthony Pl & 15th Ave – $9,910.10
• Approve payment to BWC for water main repair at 1011 15th Place – $2,766.34
• Approve payment to Tapco for additional flashing crosswalk signs – $27,505.05
• Unfinished business: third reading (title only) of ordinance amending junk and abandoned vehicles code (3‑10‑2, 3‑10‑12)

The council approved the meeting agenda and a large consent agenda covering routine expenses. It authorized a $36,000 change order for Well #8 and approved several vendor payments. The council adopted a new ordinance on junk and abandoned vehicles and passed a resolution setting Halloween trick‑or‑treat hours.

• Approved agenda (all Ayes)
• Approved consent agenda covering routine expenses (all Ayes)
• Approved Change Order #1 Gingerich Well & Pump Services, LLC for Well #8 $36,000 (approved)
• Approved payment to McManus Construction Services, Inc. $9,910.10 (approved)
• Approved payment to BWC $2,766.34 (approved)
• Approved payment to Tapco $27,505.05 (approved)
• Adopted ordinance amending Code 3-10-2 Junk and Abandoned Vehicles (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution establishing Halloween trick‑or‑treat hours 6‑8 p.m. (all Ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Camanche Planning & Zoning Commission will consider an updated site review submission for a Fareway grocery store. The commission will also approve the minutes from its July 8 and June 10, 2025 meetings. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda topics and for any non‑agenda items.

• Approve minutes from July 8, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting
• Review updated site submission for Fareway Groceries
• Public comments on agenda topics
• Public comments on non‑agenda topics

City Council

The Camanche City Council will approve bills, including a $59,134.17 payment for the Splash Pad, and consider an ordinance to amend rules on junk and abandoned vehicles. The body will also review a crack sealing project and a website upgrade proposal.

• Approve payment of $59,134.17 for Splash Pad
• Amend junk and abandoned vehicle ordinance
• Approve crack sealing quote for Murphy's subdivision
• Review Civic Plus website upgrade proposal
• Approve sealcoating quote for Splash Pad parking area

The council approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It authorized a $59,134.17 payment for the Splash Pad, approved a $5,000 crack‑sealing quote for storm drains, and adopted the first and second readings of two ordinance amendments. The Civic Plus website upgrade was approved 3‑2, while the 28E agreement and a parking‑area seal‑coating quote were tabled.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved payment of $59,134.17 for Splash Pad (5‑0)
• Approved $5,000 crack‑sealing quote for Murphy’s subdivision (5‑0)
• Approved second reading of junk‑vehicle ordinance amendment (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of swimming‑pools ordinance amendment (5‑0)
• Approved Civic Plus website upgrade (3‑2)
• Tabled 28E agreement with Clinton County Communications (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will meet to approve routine bills, contracts, and minutes, and vote on a $4.2 million general obligation loan for FY 2026. The meeting includes discussions on railroad-EMS services, a 28E agreement with Clinton County Communications, and a first reading of an ordinance amending junk vehicle rules. Public comments and department reports will also be heard.

• Approve $5,967 payment to Mississippi Valley Pump for 10th Street Lift pump repairs
• Approve $7,924.60 final payment to Biechler Electric for Well #5 permanent generator
• Approve $15,619.50 payment to Manatt’s for repaving 12th Place and park land
• Vote on $4.2M general obligation loan proposal for FY 2026
• First reading of ordinance amending junk and abandoned vehicle rules

The council approved a resolution placing a proposal for a General Obligation Loan up to $4.2 million on the next election ballot. It also adopted the first reading of an ordinance amending junk and abandoned vehicle rules and corrected the hourly wage for two part‑time cemetery workers. Several routine payments were authorized, including a $5,967 pump repair invoice and a $7,924.60 generator contract. Class E and Class C retail alcohol licenses were renewed and issued respectively.

• Adopted resolution calling for election on $4.2 M bond proposal (all Ayes)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance amending junk and abandoned vehicle code (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution correcting compensation for two part‑time cemetery workers (all Ayes)
• Approved payment of Mississippi Valley Pump invoice for 10th St lift pump $5,967.00 (all Ayes)
• Approved renewal of Class E Retail Alcohol License for Casey’s Marketing Company (all Ayes)
• Approved issuance of Class C Retail Alcohol License for Hides Inn effective 9/10/2025 (all Ayes)
• Approved payment to Biechler Electric, Inc. for Well #5 generator $7,924.60 (all Ayes)
• Approved payment to Manatt’s for repaving 12th Place and associated park land $15,619.50 (all Ayes)

City Council

The council approved a Request for Quotes for engineering services for a proposed overpass and adopted the consent agenda covering numerous city expenses. It also approved payments for insurance premiums, fire hydrants, and pedestrian yield signs, and accepted draft minutes from the Park and Recreation Commission and Historical Board. The 28E Agreement with Clinton County Communications and the first reading of a junk‑vehicle ordinance amendment were tabled.

• Approved Request for Quotes for Engineering Services for a proposed overpass
• Approved Consent Agenda (multiple utility, contract, and reimbursement payments)
• Approved payment to Core‑Vens Insurance for additional premiums ($6,659.00 Work Comp Audit, $669.00 General Liability Audit)
• Approved payment to Quad Cities Winwater for two fire hydrants ($10,180.00 after $101.80 discount)
• Approved purchase of Pedestrian Yield signs from Tapco ($26,969.30)
• Accepted and filed draft minutes from Park and Recreation Commission (July 14 & 28, 2025) and Historical Board (July 14 & 21, 2025)
• Tabled the 28E Agreement with Clinton County Communications
• Tabled first reading of ordinance amendment to Camanche Code 3‑10‑2 and 3‑10‑12 (junk and abandoned vehicles)

City Council

The City Council will vote on an ordinance to vacate approximately 1,200 square feet of city property at Chicago Street Park for 821 1st Street. The body will also discuss nuisance legal processes and the city code regarding pools.

• Ordinance to vacate 1,200 sq ft of Chicago Street Park for 821 1st Street
• Resolution to apply for Transportation Alternative Set Aside Funds up to $500,000
• Purchase of splash pad benches, picnic table, and shades up to $15,000
• Payment of $30,125.29 to Eastern Iowa Excavating for 9th Avenue Culvert repair
• Payment of $8,265.00 to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. for 7th Avenue Lift Station repairs

The City Council adopted an ordinance vacating a 20‑foot strip of Chicago Street Park, allowing it to become part of 821 1st Street. The council also approved several permits, infrastructure payments, and a purchase for the splash‑pad amenities. An RFP will be issued for an engineering study of a potential overpass. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance vacating 20 ft of Chicago Street Park (all Ayes)
• Renewed Special Class C Retail Alcohol 5‑Day License for Camanche Bowling Association (all Ayes)
• Renewed Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor permit for Camanche Food Pride (all Ayes)
• Approved payment of Pay Application #2 for Permanent Generator at Well #5 – $7,528.85 (all Ayes)
• Approved multiple water‑main and culvert repair invoices totaling $71,925.29 (all Ayes)
• Directed staff to issue an RFP for engineering services for an overpass (all Ayes)
• Authorized purchase of benches, picnic table and shades for the Splash Pad up to $15,000 (all Ayes)
• Approved $3,000 insurance payment for Camanche Days (all Ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and provide a recommendation regarding a site review submission for Fareway Groceries.

• Site review submission for Fareway Groceries

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the sale of real estate to Steven and Susan Reckman and the vacation of 1,236 square feet of city-owned land. The body will also discuss sewer issues at 14th Place and Hiawatha and a junk vehicle ordinance.

• Proposed sale of real estate interest to Steven E. Reckman and Susan K. Reckman
• Proposed vacation of 1,236 square feet of city land next to 811 1st Street
• Payment of $143,038.65 to Biechler Electric, Inc. for Permanent Generator at Well #5
• Payment of $6,850.00 to Kline Sewer and Drain for work at Hiawatha and 14th Place
• Payment of $1,143.00 to Farm Landings, LLC for mower tires

The council adopted a resolution directing the sale of a 20‑foot strip of city‑owned land to Susan and Steven Reckman. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance to vacate about 1,236 sq ft of Chicago Street Park for inclusion in 821 1st Street. Several routine financial items were approved, including payments for a Farm Landings invoice, a permanent generator, and a sewer camera job. The council also approved the sale of surplus taser units and nominated Sergeant Brittney Parks for the FBI National Academy.

• Adopted resolution directing sale of 20‑ft land strip to Susan and Steven Reckman (all Ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance vacating ~1,236 sq ft of Chicago Street Park (all Ayes)
• Approved payment to Farm Landings, LLC for tires $1,143.00 (all Ayes)
• Approved payment to Biechler Electric for permanent generator $143,038.65 (all Ayes)
• Approved payment to Kline Sewer and Drain for camera and vacuum work $6,850.00 (all Ayes)
• Approved sale of surplus Taser 7 units and holsters to law‑enforcement agency (all Ayes)
• Approved nomination of Sergeant Brittney Parks for FBI National Academy (all Ayes)
• Accepted resignation of Tony Blomme from Park and Recreation Commission (effective June 23, 2025) (all Ayes)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will vote on an ordinance regarding fireworks and a purchase agreement for a vacant lot to establish a city water supply deep well. The body is also deciding on employee compensation for FY 2026 and several TIF payments.

• Purchase of vacant lot at 9th Avenue and 2nd Street for a city water supply deep well
• Adoption of an ordinance amending Camanche Code 3-1-5(6)(a) regarding fireworks
• Payment of $85,034.50 to Eastern Iowa Excavation & Concrete for the Splash Pad
• TIF payments of $37,806.85 to RJ Edens Rental Property and $7,696.20 to Cross Roads Land Development, L.L.C.
• Service agreement of $4,635.00 with Next Level Response Solutions, LLC for Fire Chief applicant ranking

The Camanche City Council approved the amended Capital Improvement Plan. It also adopted an amendment to the fireworks ordinance and approved a service agreement for a fire‑chief assessment panel. Additional actions included approving two TIF payments, a tax‑abatement application, employee compensation for FY 2026, and scheduling a public hearing on the sale and vacation of city land.

• Adopted the amended Capital Improvement Plan – all Ayes
• Approved the fireworks ordinance amendment (second reading, waive third reading, adopt) – all Ayes
• Approved Service Agreement with Next Level Response Solutions, LLC for fire‑chief assessment ($4,635) – all Ayes
• Approved Resolution establishing employee compensation levels for FY 2026 – all Ayes
• Approved TIF Payment to RJ Edens Rental Property ($37,806.85) – all Ayes, Councilman Edens abstained
• Approved TIF Payment to Cross Roads Land Development, L.L.C. ($7,696.20) – all Ayes
• Approved tax‑abatement application for Curt & Cheryl Allen, 606 1st Street – all Ayes
• Approved public hearing schedule (July 1, 6:00 p.m.) for sale and vacation of 1,236 sq ft city land – all Ayes

City Council

The Camanche City Council will meet to review a single new business application. The body is deciding whether to approve a retail alcohol license for a specific local business.

• Class E Retail Alcohol License application for Total Liquor, LLC at 908 7th Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Capital Improvement Plan and a library catalog consortium agreement. The body is also deciding on a zoning ordinance for a commercial water tower and a fireworks ordinance amendment.

• Bid from Manatts for resurfacing 11th Place for $75,292.50
• Ordinance amending Chapter 18.20.020 AG-1 Agricultural Rural for E. Commercial Water Tower (Kida)
• 28E Agreement between Camanche Public Library and Clinton County Public Library Association
• Sale of Ballistic Vest to LeClaire Police Department for $380.00
• Ordinance amending 3-1-5(6)(a) of the Camanche Code of Ordinances regarding fireworks

The council approved an ordinance amending Chapter 18.20.020 AG-1 to allow a commercial water tower for Atlas Roofing and Low Moor, with all members voting aye. The council also approved the 28E library consortium agreement, the City Administrator contract amendment, and a $75,292.50 bid to resurface 11th Place. Additionally, the consent agenda, a ballistic vest sale, and two tobacco permit renewals were approved.

• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 18.20.020 AG-1 Commercial Water Tower (all Ayes)
• Approved 28E Agreement between Camanche Public Library and Clinton County Public Library Association (all Ayes)
• Approved amendment to City Administrator contract (all Ayes)
• Approved Manatt’s bid to resurface 11th Place for $75,292.50 (all Ayes)
• Approved Consent Agenda covering minutes and various payments (all Ayes)
• Authorized sale of ballistic vest to LeClaire Police Department for $380.00 (all Ayes)
• Approved renewal of cigarette/tobacco/nicotine/vapor permits for Kwik Star #632 (all Ayes)
• Approved cigarette/tobacco/nicotine/vapor permits for Total Liquor, LLC (all Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the second budget amendment for fiscal year 2025. The body will then decide whether to adopt a resolution amending the current budget.

• Public hearing for FY 2025 Budget Amendment #2
• Resolution to amend the FY 2025 budget

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda by unanimous consent. A public hearing on the FY2025 Budget Amendment was held with no public comments. The council then adopted a resolution approving the FY2025 Budget Amendment, with all members voting aye.

• Approved agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted FY2025 Budget Amendment (all Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding Well #8 Test Well bids and a zoning amendment for the AG-1 Agricultural Rural District. The body will also consider a contract award for well construction and discuss budget and capital improvement plan amendments.

• Contract award to Gingerich Well & Pump Service, LLC for Well #8 Test Well for $1,188,860.00
• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment 18.24.020 for Permitted Uses AG-1 Agricultural Rural District
• First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 18.20.020 AG-1 Agricultural Rural regarding Commercial Water Towers
• Proposed public hearing to amend the FY2025 Budget
• Proposed public hearing to amend the Capital Improvement Plan

The council approved a $1,188,860 contract with Gingerich Well & Pump Service to construct Test Well #8. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the commercial water tower provision and authorized two temporary summer workers and a permanent hire for the Public Works Department. Several resolutions were adopted to schedule public hearings on the FY2025 budget amendment, a library catalog consortium agreement, and a capital improvement plan amendment. The April 2025 financial report and multiple draft minutes were accepted and placed on file.

• Awarded contract to Gingerich Well & Pump Service, LLC for Well #8 Test Well $1,188,860 (all Ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 18.20.020 AG-1 (Commercial Water Tower) (all Ayes)
• Approved two temporary summer workers for Public Works Department (all Ayes)
• Approved hiring a replacement for retiring Public Works employee (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution for public hearing on FY2025 budget amendment, May 30, 3:00 p.m. (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution for public hearing June 3, 2025 on Union Library Catalog Consortium (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution for public hearing June 3, 2025 on amending Capital Improvement Plan (all Ayes)
• Accepted City Clerk/Treasurer’s April 2025 financial report and various draft board minutes (all Ayes)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will hold a second reading and consider adopting an ordinance amending lawn water meter billing charges. They will also vote on a $227,584.06 insurance policy renewal and a $11,250 proposal for a generator control panel at the Swan Slough lift station. New committees for a permanent budget and fee schedule review are proposed, and a no-right-turn sign at Washington Boulevard and 2nd Avenue will be discussed.

• Second reading and adoption of ordinance amending Section 6-5-7 Utilities – Billing Charges – Lawn Water Meters
• Approval of City Insurance Policy Renewal for $227,584.06
• Consider proposal for control panel for Swan Slough Lift Station Back Up Generator for $11,250
• Propose Permanent Budget Committee
• No Right Turn Sign at Washington Boulevard and 2nd Avenue

The council approved the amended agenda and the consent agenda covering numerous city expenses. It adopted an ordinance amending Section 6-5-7 of the Utilities Code for lawn water meter billing. The council also approved a full‑time Cemetery Sexton/Public Works position, created a special subcommittee to review the fee schedule, renewed the city insurance policy, and authorized a generator purchase for the Swan Slough Lift Station.

• Approved agenda (amended) – all Ayes
• Approved Consent Agenda covering multiple payments – all Ayes
• Adopted Ordinance amending Section 6-5-7 Utilities – Billing Charges – Lawn Water Meters – all Ayes
• Approved full‑time Cemetery Sexton/Public Works position – all Ayes
• Established Special Subcommittee for Fee Schedule – all Ayes
• Approved City Insurance Policy renewal, authorizing $227,584.06 payment to Core‑Vens – all Ayes
• Approved generator backup for Swan Slough Lift Station, $11,250 to Cummins – all Ayes
• Approved appointment of Tevin Stoecker to Park and Recreation Commission – all Ayes

City Council

The Camanche City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to permitted uses in the AG-1 Agricultural Rural District. The council also plans to consider second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending lawn water meter billing charges, approve a city insurance policy renewal for $227,584.06, and review a proposal for a lift station generator control panel costing $11,250. A special committee to review the fee schedule and a permanent budget committee are proposed.

• Public Hearing: Zoning Amendment 18.24.020 Permitted Uses AG-1 Agricultural Rural District
• Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Amending Section 6-5-7 Utilities – Billing Charges – Lawn Water Meters
• Approval of City Insurance Policy Renewal - $227,584.06 from Core-Vens
• Consider Proposal for Control Panel for Swan Slough Lift Station Back Up Generator - $11,250 from Cummins Power Generation
• No Right Turn Sign at Washington Boulevard and 2nd Avenue

City Council

This special session was called primarily to adopt the budget for fiscal year ending 2026. The council held a public hearing with no public comments and then unanimously approved the budget resolution. The meeting adjourned quickly after the vote.

• Adopted Resolution Approving the FY2026 Budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss setting a public hearing date to amend the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The body is also reviewing a first reading of an ordinance regarding lawn water meter billing charges and stop signs at 5th Street and 5th Avenue.

• Payment of $141,447.17 to Eastern Iowa Excavation & Concrete for the Splash Pad
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget (1st Amendment)
• First reading of an ordinance amending Section 6-5-7 Utilities – Billing Charges - Lawn Water Meters
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Cjbiglanes, LLC dba Imperial Lanes
• Discussion of stop signs at 5th Street and 5th Avenue

The Camanche City Council approved the $141,447.17 payment to Eastern Iowa Excavation & Concrete for the splash pad project. It also set a public hearing date for the FY 2025 budget amendment, approved the first reading of a water‑meter ordinance, and re‑configured two stop signs. A new part‑time cemetery sexton position was created and several licenses and permits were renewed.

• Approved Pay Application #3 for splash pad $141,447.17 (all Ayes)
• Approved public hearing on FY 2025 Budget (1st Amendment) for April 29, 2025 (all Ayes)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance amending Section 6‑5‑7 (all Ayes, no Nays)
• Removed two stop signs on 5th Street and placed one on 5th Avenue (all Ayes)
• Created new 30‑hour Cemetery Sexton/10‑hour Public Works position (all Ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Cjbiglanes, LLC dba Imperial Lanes (all Ayes)
• Approved renewal of Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor permit for Casey’s Marketing Company (all Ayes)
• Adopted resolution amending delinquent water/sewer/solid waste lien for 1308 7th Street (all Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider a maximum property tax levy of $13.10 for the fiscal year ending 2026. Members will also review quotes for a culvert replacement on 9th Avenue and discuss the removal of Ashley Foley from the Board of Adjustments.

• Maximum property tax levy of $13.10 for Fiscal Year Ending 2026
• 9th Avenue Culvert Replacement quotes: Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC ($31,057.50) and BWC, Inc. ($93,165.53)
• BWC invoice for Water Main Break repair at 620 3rd Avenue for $3,381.01
• Proposed amendment to Camanche Zoning Ordinance 18.20.020 AG-1 Agricultural Rural District
• Hiring and oath of office for Police Officer 3rd Class Marten

The council approved the agenda amendment and adopted a resolution hiring Police Officer 3rd Class Carter Marten, administering his oath. They approved the consent agenda covering numerous routine expenditures, authorized a $31,057.50 culvert replacement contract, granted a Class C retail alcohol license to Clyde’s Tavern, and set the maximum property tax levy at $13.10 for the fiscal year ending 2026. Additional actions included scheduling the FY 2026 budget public hearing for April 29, 2025, calling a public hearing to amend the agricultural zoning ordinance, and removing Ashley Foley from the Planning and Zoning Commission; the cell‑tower lease amendment was tabled.

• Approved Consent Agenda covering routine items (all Ayes)
• Approved hiring Police Officer 3rd Class Carter Marten (all Ayes)
• Approved $31,057.50 Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete contract for 9th Avenue culvert replacement (all Ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Clyde’s Tavern (all Ayes)
• Approved Maximum Property Tax Levy $13.10 for FY ending 2026 (all Ayes)
• Approved FY 2026 Budget Proposal Public Hearing date April 29, 2025 (all Ayes)
• Approved Public Hearing to amend Zoning Ordinance 18.20.020 AG-1 (all Ayes)
• Approved removal of Ashley Foley from Planning and Zoning Commission (all Ayes)

City Council

The Camanche City Council held a special session public hearing on the FY2026 maximum tax levy. The proposed levy is $13.10 per $1,000 valuation, up from $12.49, including a debt service increase for the Splash Pad. Several residents spoke against the increase, requesting expense cuts. No council action was taken at this hearing.

• Proposed FY2026 maximum tax levy of $13.10, up from $12.49
• Public hearing required under new state law HF718
• Debt service levy increase due to borrowing for Splash Pad
• Residents Gary Winslow, Gregg Maxwell, Jamie Liddle, Dave Willis, and John Dixon comment on tax burden
• City administrator suggests possible reduction to $13.00 by shifting employee benefit costs

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed tax levy. The meeting consists primarily of this hearing and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on proposed tax levy

City Council

The Camanche City Council will hold a regular meeting to act on a consent agenda including final payment of $121,334 for Well #7 and a $10,455.46 invoice for the water meter project. Under new business, the council will consider resolutions to update the 2006 Camanche Land Use Plan and to transfer money between funds for the 9th Avenue/Anamosa Road/21st Street Project, authorizing closure of certain funds. The council will also discuss fee review, Board of Adjustments attendance, and workshop a Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approve final retainage payment of $121,334 to Gingerich Well & Pump Service for Well #7
• Approve $10,455.46 payment for Ferguson invoices related to the Water Meter Project
• Renew Class B Retail Alcohol License for Camanche Marina, Inc. effective May 22, 2025
• Adopt resolution directing Planning and Zoning Commission to update the 2006 Camanche Land Use Plan
• Adopt resolution authorizing money transfer and closing funds for the 9th Avenue/Anamosa Road/21st Street Project

The Camanche City Council approved the consent agenda, including payments and licenses, and set a public hearing to discuss removing Board of Adjustments member Ashley Foley for poor attendance. They also adopted resolutions to update the 2006 Land Use Plan and to close a project fund, and discussed potential fee increases for services like false alarms and water truck filling.

• Approved consent agenda including $574,839.27 in claims and February 2025 financial reports (all ayes)
• Set public hearing to discuss Ashley Foley's attendance on Board of Adjustments (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution directing Planning and Zoning Commission to update 2006 Land Use Plan (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution authorizing transfer of funds and closing 9th Avenue/Anamosa Road/21st Street Project Fund (all ayes)
• Approved renewal of Class B Retail Alcohol License for Camanche Marina, Inc. (all ayes)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 4, 2025. They will set a date for the property tax hearing and consider approving consent agenda items including net payments of $277,586.20 to Gingerich Well & Pump Service for Well #7. New business includes a one-year police and fire bargaining agreement, extension of a cell tower lease with American Tower, and a resolution to close the Roundabout and American Rescue Plan funds. A budget workshop is scheduled following the meeting.

• Establish a date and time for the Property Tax Hearing
• Consent agenda: Change Order #1 (increase $40,616) and #2 (decrease $175,076) and Pay App #3 ($412,046.20) for Well #7 from Gingerich Well & Pump Service
• Approve street sweeping proposal from Manatt's for 2025 at $13,500 total
• Approve one-year agreement with Camanche Police and Fire Bargaining Unit
• Authorize transfer of money between funds and close Roundabout and American Rescue Plan funds

The Camanche City Council approved a one-year agreement with the Police and Fire Bargaining Unit, including a 3% wage increase and a rise in employee health insurance contributions from 8% to 9%. The council also directed the city administrator to negotiate a lump-sum payment for extending the American Tower cell tower lease to 2075, and approved several resolutions and expenditures, including water main valve purchases and well project payments.

• Approved one-year agreement with Police and Fire Bargaining Unit (all ayes)
• Directed administrator to negotiate lump-sum payment for American Tower lease extension (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution to close Roundabout Fund (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution to close American Rescue Plan Fund (all ayes)
• Authorized up to $7,500 for 6 replacement water main valves (all ayes)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $155,247.20 in claims and Well #7 change orders (all ayes)
• Set property tax hearing for March 31, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Camanche Board of Adjustments will meet to discuss a request for a Special Use Permit. The request is submitted by Rock Creek Solar, LLC for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).

• Special Use Permit request by Rock Creek Solar, LLC for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

City Council

The Camanche City Council will hold a second reading and possibly adopt an ordinance to rezone a 12.75-acre parcel owned by Dick Ryan (Camanche Cooperative) from R-1 Residential to B-2 Highway Outlaying Commercial. The council will also set a date for the property tax hearing and consider a resolution on pedestrian safety. Consent agenda items include payments for a water main break repair ($4,616.42), a water meter project ($10,945.46), and delinquent sewer liens on two properties.

• Second reading and possible adoption of Ordinance 804 rezoning 12.75-acre parcel at Dick Ryan/Camanche Cooperative from R-1 to B-2
• Resolution establishing pedestrian safety as priority projects
• Resolution setting date and time for property tax hearing
• BWC invoice #11678 for water main break repair at 15th Avenue and Anthony Place: $4,616.42
• LMI payment to Toni L. Howes: $7,292.70

City Council

The Council will hold a second reading and consider waiving the third reading to adopt Ordinance 804, rezoning a 12.75-acre parcel owned by Dick Ryan (Camanche Cooperative) from R-1 Residential to B-2 Highway Outlaying Commercial. The consent agenda includes approval of a $7,292.70 LMI payment, a $4,616.42 water main break repair invoice, and amended sewer/solid waste liens for two properties. New business includes resolutions on pedestrian safety priorities and setting a property tax hearing date, plus monthly reports from police and fire departments.

• Second reading and potential adoption of Ordinance 804 to rezone 12.75 acres at Parcel ID 1019201000 from R-1 to B-2
• Approve $7,292.70 LMI payment to Toni L. Howes
• Approve $4,616.42 invoice for water main break repair at 15th Avenue and Anthony Place
• Adopt resolutions amending delinquent sewer/solid waste liens for 406 and 410 12th Avenue
• Resolution establishing pedestrian safety as priority projects

The council approved the second reading, waived the third reading, and adopted Ordinance 804, rezoning a 12.75-acre parcel owned by Dick Ryan (Camanche Cooperative) from R-1 Residential to B-2 Highway Outlaying Commercial, contingent on final plat acceptance. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $233,380.71, and adopted a resolution establishing pedestrian safety as priority projects. A property tax hearing date and a police field training presentation were tabled. The FY2026 budget workshop set a maximum levy of $13.10, up from the current $12.45.

• Adopted Ordinance 804 rezoning 12.75-acre parcel to B-2 commercial (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $233,380.71 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing pedestrian safety as priority projects (5-0)
• Tabled resolution setting property tax hearing date
• Tabled police field training presentation
• Set maximum FY2026 levy at $13.10, up from $12.45

City Council

The Camanche City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 804 to rezone a 12.75-acre parcel owned by Dick Ryan (Camanche Cooperative) from R-1 Residential to B-2 Highway Outlaying Commercial. Other agenda items include authorizing a 2-year Flock camera contract renewal, approving a Road Use Agreement with Rock Creek Solar LLC, and a presentation on a library expansion. The consent agenda includes a tax abatement for new construction at 808 16th Place and a $58,201.87 payment for water meter project invoices.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 804 to rezone 12.75-acre Camanche Cooperative parcel from R-1 to B-2
• Adoption of Ordinance 804 upon acceptance of final subdivision plat
• Authorize Chief Schmitz to renew 2-year Flock camera contract
• Approve Road Use Agreement between City and Rock Creek Solar LLC
• Tax abatement for new construction at 808 16th Place

The City Council held a public hearing and approved the first reading of Ordinance 804 to rezone a 12.75-acre parcel owned by Dick Ryan from R-1 Residential to B-2 Highway Outlaying Commercial, as amended to include the legal description. A motion to waive the second and third readings failed on a 2-2 vote, so the second reading will occur at the next meeting. The council also approved a two-year Flock camera contract renewal, a road use agreement with Rock Creek Solar LLC, and the consent agenda, which included payments totaling $197,139.69. A budget work session discussed shifting the Public Works Director salary to other funds and potential water/sewer rate increases.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 804 to rezone 12.75 acres from R-1 to B-2 (4-0)
• Denied waiver of second and third readings of Ordinance 804 (2-2)
• Authorized Chief Schmitz to renew 2-year Flock camera contract (5-0)
• Approved Road Use Agreement with Rock Creek Solar LLC (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $197,139.69 in claims and tax abatement for Steve Paulline (5-0, Edens abstained on one item)

City Council

The council will vote on consent items including minutes, bills, reports, and a library board appointment, along with a $13,458.98 payment for water main repairs. Under new business, they will consider resolutions to apply for a $20,796.16 grant for pedestrian crosswalk signs and a $51,421 grant for extrication equipment with a city match. The police department's monthly and annual reports will also be presented. A FY2026 budget workshop follows the meeting.

• Payment of $13,458.98 to BWC for water main break repairs at 922 9th Avenue
• Resolution for RCTP grant of $20,796.16 for six pedestrian crosswalk signs
• Resolution authorizing CCDA grant of $38,566 plus $12,855 match ($51,421 total) for extrication equipment and airbags
• Appointment of Boni Hugunin to Library Board (term ending July 2030)
• Police Department December 2024 report and 2024 annual report

The Camanche City Council approved a resolution to apply for an RCTP grant for six pedestrian crosswalk signs, and authorized the police chief to apply for a CCDA grant for extrication equipment. The council also approved the consent agenda, including payments and appointments, and held a budget workshop for FY2026.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $195,956.40 (all ayes)
• Approved appointment of Boni Hugunin to Library Board (all ayes)
• Approved payment of $13,458.98 for water main break repairs at 922 9th Avenue (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution to apply for RCTP grant for 6 pedestrian crosswalk signs ($20,796.16) (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution authorizing CCDA grant application for extrication equipment and airbags ($38,566 grant, $12,855 match) (all ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning application for a parcel on 9th Avenue, changing its classification from R-1 (single-family residential) to B-2 (general business). The commission will also approve minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting.

• Rezoning application for parcel ID #1019201000 on 9th Avenue from R-1 to B-2
• Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Camanche City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for rezoning a portion of land from R-1 (residential) to B-2 (business). The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, bills, hiring an auditor, and renewing a liquor license for Dollar General. A work session on the FY2026 budget is also scheduled.

• Resolution setting public hearing for rezoning land from R-1 to B-2
• Hiring Winkel, Parker & Foster for FY2025 audit
• Renewal of Class B Retail Alcohol License for Dollar General #6551 with ownership changes
• Camanche Fire Department December 2024 report
• Work session on FY2026 budget

The Camanche City Council approved the consent agenda, including $438,610.34 in claims, the hiring of Winkel, Parker & Foster for the FY2025 audit, and renewal of Dollar General's Class B retail alcohol license. A resolution was adopted setting a public hearing for February 4, 2025, to consider rezoning a portion of land from R-1 to B-2. The meeting also included a budget work session discussing revenue projections and potential levy or service fee increases.

• Approved consent agenda with claims totaling $438,610.34 (all ayes)
• Approved hiring Winkel, Parker & Foster for FY2025 audit (all ayes)
• Approved renewal of Class B Retail Alcohol License for Dollar General #6551 effective 03/01/2025 (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution setting Feb. 4, 2025 public hearing for rezoning R-1 to B-2 (all ayes)