{
 "city": "Carlisle",
 "state": "IA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/carlisleiowa.org/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Parks Board",
   "headline": "Parks board to plan tree event, grant, and weed spraying",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Parks and Recreation Board will review financial reports and project updates, then take action on a Tree City fall event and urban forestry grant, including a tree removal and planting plan. They will also decide on weed spraying for North Park and City Cemetery, and discuss a lease agreement and board participation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08192026-101",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "PDM Metals seeks approval for steel shot blaster addition, requests screening waiver",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the PDM Metals steel shot blaster site plan, which includes a 58'x30' accessory building. The applicant requests a waiver from screening requirements for overhead doors facing the public right-of-way. The review also addresses site upkeep, landscaping compliance, and hydrant coverage.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08172026-105",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Library Board",
   "headline": "Library board to vote on circulation, closings, collection policies",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving three policies: Circulation, Unscheduled Closings, and Collection Development. They will also review the director's financial report and vote on $7,005.64 in bills for June 2026, and receive an update on the new building from the August 10 City Council meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-104",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Library Board",
   "headline": "Library board to consider new circulation, closings, and collection policies",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Public Library Board of Trustees will review and possibly approve three new policies: Circulation, Unscheduled Closings, and Collection Development. The board will also receive the director's financial report, approve bills totaling $7,005.64, and get an update on the new building from the August 10 City Council meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-106",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on library renovation change order and mobility device ordinance",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will consider several action items, including a change order for the public library renovation project, an ordinance updating rules for personal transportation and mobility devices, and a request to view monthly credit card statements. The meeting also includes routine approvals of bills and appointments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-100",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_08102026-100",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Cemetery Board",
   "headline": "Cemetery Board to set fees, rename sections, appoint chair",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Cemetery Board is meeting to handle administrative matters, including appointing a chair, discussing a new process for intake forms and records, and considering a $25 recording fee. They will also discuss renaming cemetery sections to improve record keeping and set the next meeting date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-102",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_08042026-102",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on library renovation changes, new mobility device ordinance",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will consider several consent agenda items including a $585,800 task order for Jefferson Street lift station technical services, pay applications for the library renovation and School Street reconstruction, and a wastewater flow meter quote. Under new business, the council will discuss and possibly act on change orders for the public library renovation, an ordinance updating rules for bicycles, ebikes, and other personal mobility devices, and a resolution on employee insurance deductions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-99",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07272026-99",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-17",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on School Street Phase 3 change order",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on Change Order #2 for the School Street – Phase 3 project. No other business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07172026-98",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07172026-98",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $271K School Street reconstruction contract and $222K library renovation payment",
   "summary": "The council will consider a consent agenda including a $271,000 task order for School Street reconstruction, a $222,000 payment for the library renovation, and several other contracts and purchases. They will also discuss ordinances on one-way traffic and parking in the alley south of School Street, and possible action on server quotes and the city website.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-97",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07132026-97",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Library Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-103",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on FY2027 employee wages, budget amendment, and liquor licenses",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will consider a consent agenda including approval of bills totaling $543,805.94, a resolution setting employee wages for FY2027, and several purchases and hires. Under old and new business, the council will discuss a site plan update for the Martin Marietta sand facility, ordinances on one-way traffic and parking in the alley south of School Street, and hold a public hearing on FY2026 Budget Amendment #1.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-96",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-96",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Parks Board",
   "headline": "Parks Board to decide on weed spray for North Park and City Cemetery",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Parks & Rec Board will discuss and take action on weed spray for North Park and City Cemetery, and on summer recreation 'Parks Week' activities. They will also receive updates on the North Park Improvement Project and pool opening. The meeting includes citizen participation, approval of prior minutes, and a finance report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-95",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning commission to discuss Martin Marietta sand facility site plan update",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a site plan update for the Martin Marietta Carlisle Sand Facility. The agenda includes only this one substantive item along with standard procedural items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-94",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider electric bike/scooter study committee",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will discuss and possibly vote on several resolutions, including establishing an electric bicycle and scooter use study committee, approving job descriptions for the city clerk and finance manager positions, and a GEMT services agreement. The council will also consider changes to alleys and an amphitheater electrical project at Scotch Ridge Nature Park. The consent agenda includes approval of $116,380.27 in bills and minutes from the previous meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-93",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-93",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on union contracts, library renovation payment, and budget hearing",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will consider consent items including a $121,848.69 bill list, tentative collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME Local 61 and Teamsters Local 238, and a $743,547.91 payment for the public library renovation. New business includes resolutions on a police hiring incentive, vehicle use policy updates, library furniture purchases, a road maintenance agreement with the state, and job descriptions for city clerk and finance manager. A closed session is planned to evaluate the city administrator.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-92",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-92",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Parks Board",
   "headline": "Parks Board to discuss North Park Improvement Project and Nature Park Amphitheater bids",
   "summary": "The Carlisle Parks & Rec Board will discuss and take action on the Summer Recreation 'Parks Week' and Nature Park Amphitheater bids, and receive updates on the North Park Improvement Project and pool startup. The meeting also includes citizen participation, approval of April meeting minutes, and a finance report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-91",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05202026-91",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Mayor & City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $2.98M bond sale and $138K in bills",
   "summary": "The Carlisle City Council will consider approving a $2,980,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Note, Series 2026A, and a consent agenda including $138,847.82 in bills. Other items include a resolution to appoint an acting city clerk, discussion of a prior tax payment for Butlers at 1175 Meadow View Drive, and possible action on a joint fuel depot project. The meeting also features a public works quarterly report and a possible closed session to evaluate the city administrator.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-64",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05112026-64",
   "source": "https://www.carlisleiowa.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}