Chariton public meetings in 2025

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider repealing the city's rental housing inspection ordinance, a move previously directed by the council. They will also consider offers to purchase city-owned property at 413 North 13th Street, approve collection hauler permits for Waste Management of Iowa and Midwest Sanitation & Recycling, and hear a presentation from a second engineering firm for the wastewater nutrient reduction project.

• Consider repeal of Chapter 15.18 Rental Housing Code inspection ordinance
• Consider offer to purchase 413 North 13th Street
• Consider collection hauler permits for Waste Management of Iowa and Midwest Sanitation & Recycling
• Consider a second engineering firm for a council presentation on wastewater facility nutrient reduction project
• Reappointments to Cemetery Board, Park & Recreation Board, and Water Board

The council approved reducing the city's special assessment liability to $2,000 for the property at 413 North 13th Street, contingent on Chris Cook obtaining title. They also adopted an ordinance repealing Chapter 15.18 of the municipal code, approved solid waste collection permits for Waste Management and Midwest Sanitation, and reappointed several board members. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Reduced city's special assessment liability to $2,000 on 413 N 13th St (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 948 repealing Chapter 15.18 of the Chariton Municipal Code (5-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Collection Permit for Waste Management of Iowa - Creston (5-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Collection Permit for Midwest Sanitation and Recycling (5-0)
• Reappointed Jeanne Taylor to Cemetery Board through 2030 (5-0)
• Reappointed Kyle Wylie to Parks and Recreation Board through 2030 (5-0)
• Reappointed Lana Kuball to Parks and Recreation Board through 2030 (5-0)
• Reappointed Evelyn Hall to Water Board through 2031 (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider repealing the city's rental code inspection ordinance. They will also hear a presentation from McClure Engineering on a sewage treatment plant upgrade and consider an offer on a city-owned property at 1106 Green. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and claims approval.

• Consider repeal of Chariton's Rental Code Inspection Ordinance
• McClure Engineering presentation and Q&A on sewage treatment plant upgrade
• Consider an offer on city-owned property at 1106 Green
• Consider application to Chariton Valley Housing Trust for demolition of 609 S. 8th St.
• Approval of Class E Retail Alcohol License for Hy-Vee and Class C for Cater 2 U 2, LLC

The council voted unanimously to direct the city attorney to prepare an ordinance repealing Chapter 15.18 (Rental Housing Code). It also approved a $8,000 grant application and bid for demolition of 609 South 8th Street. A $500 bid for city-owned property at 1106 Green Avenue was tabled pending a detailed repair schedule.

• Approved directing city attorney to prepare ordinance repealing Chapter 15.18 Rental Housing Code (5-0)
• Approved grant application to Chariton Valley Housing Trust Fund and $8,000 demolition bid for 609 South 8th Street (5-0)
• Tabled $500 bid from Jesse Swainey for 1106 Green Avenue, requested repair schedule and cost estimate

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a third reading and vote on an ordinance rezoning several Hy-Vee parcels from Agricultural to Heavy Manufacturing. They will also consider approving a lease with LifeWise Academy for the community center, discuss a nuisance property at 523 North 7th Street, and approve bids for airport farm ground rental. The meeting includes approval of claims totaling $163,889.64 and the October 2025 financial statement.

• Third reading and adoption of ordinance rezoning 2110, 2106, 2006, and 1801 Osceola Ave from Agricultural to Heavy Manufacturing
• Consider approval of a Community Center Lease with LifeWise Academy
• Consider status of nuisance property at 523 North 7th Street
• Consider approval of bids received for Airport Farm Ground Rental
• Approval of claims totaling $163,889.64

The Chariton City Council unanimously approved a rezoning ordinance (third reading), a lease with LifeWise Academy for community center use at $120/week, a three-year farm lease at the airport for $18,000/year, and a final assessment schedule for nuisance abatement on multiple properties. The council also granted a property repair extension to June 1, 2026, for 523 North 7th Street, and adopted resolutions for the IDOT street finance report and the annual urban renewal report.

• Adopted rezoning ordinance (Chapter 18.16 and 18.36) on third reading (5-0)
• Approved LifeWise Academy lease for community center use at $120/week (5-0)
• Approved three-year farm lease with Matthew Evans for airport ground at $18,000/year (5-0)
• Adopted final nuisance abatement assessment schedule for 30+ properties (5-0)
• Granted property repair extension to June 1, 2026, for 523 North 7th Street (5-0)
• Adopted IDOT Fiscal Year 2025 Street Finance Report resolution (5-0)
• Adopted Annual Urban Renewal Report for FY 2024-2025 resolution (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer’s October 2025 Financial Report (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold second readings of ordinances to rezone several Hy-Vee properties from agricultural to heavy manufacturing and to install stop signs at Green Avenue, Orchard Avenue, and North 12th Street. They will also consider engineering firms for a sewer treatment plant upgrade, a roof repair contract for the airport hangar, and a pre-construction contract for Highway 14 sidewalks. The meeting includes a potentially dangerous dog hearing and approval of the city dental insurance plan.

• Second reading of ordinance rezoning 2110, 2106, 2006, and 1801 Osceola Ave from agricultural to heavy manufacturing
• Second reading of ordinance placing stop signs at Green Avenue, Orchard Avenue, and North 12th Street
• Consider engineering firms for the Sewer Treatment Plant Upgrade
• Consider a resolution for roof repair on the airport hangar immediately north of the Block Hangar
• Consider approval of a pre-construction contract for the Highway 14 sidewalks

The council voted 3-1-1 to overturn Officer Wiltamuth's designation of a dog as potentially dangerous after a second hearing on a September 12 incident where a child was bitten on the ankle with no skin broken. The council also approved a $9,660 roof repair contract for the airport hangar (4-1), adopted a stop sign ordinance, and advanced a rezoning ordinance to second reading. Other actions included approving a preconstruction agreement for a Highway 14 sidewalk project, accepting a parks board resignation, and making appointments to the parks board and planning commission.

• Overturned potentially dangerous dog designation (3-1-1)
• Approved $9,660 airport hangar roof repair contract (4-1)
• Adopted stop sign ordinance (5-0)
• Advanced rezoning ordinance to second reading (5-0)
• Approved preconstruction agreement for Highway 14 sidewalk project (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Clint Sellers from Parks and Recreation Board (5-0)
• Appointed Nicole Loew to Parks and Recreation Board (5-0)
• Appointed Philip Masters to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 20, 2025, to consider several items including a potentially dangerous dog hearing, approval of the FY2025-27 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, first readings of ordinances for rezoning and installing stop signs, approval of city insurance plans, a Yocom Park letter of support, snow removal bids and fees, purchase of an air compressor, and an extension of fire protection agreement with Ottercreek Township. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and financial statements.

• First reading of ordinance rezoning certain parcels of land
• First reading of ordinance placing stop signs at Green Avenue, Orchard Avenue, and North 12th Street
• Consider approval of City Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Consider snow removal bids and fees
• Consider resolution to purchase an air compressor

The council unanimously approved several items including health insurance plans for employees, a snow removal contract at $65/hour, a letter of support for Yocom Park redevelopment, and the first reading of a rezoning ordinance. A hearing on a potentially dangerous dog was tabled. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved health, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees (5-0)
• Accepted LeeAnn Millizer's $65/hour bid for snow removal on nuisance properties (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Yocom Park redevelopment (5-0)
• Tabled hearing on potentially dangerous dog (5-0)
• Approved Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program for FY 2025-2027 (5-0)
• Introduced rezoning ordinance (first reading) (5-0)
• Introduced stop sign ordinance (first reading) (5-0)
• Approved $4,499.98 purchase of air compressor from Northern Tool (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider several items, including a temporary easement for ADA-compliant sidewalks on Highway 14, a change to cemetery burial rules, and the purchase of a GPS system. The council will also hold hearings on dangerous dogs and review claims totaling $263,100.58.

• Temporary easement for ADA sidewalks on Highway 14 (Yocom Park) with $340 compensation offer
• Proposed change to cemetery rules to allow crematory stone burials on weekends/holidays without staff assistance
• Resolution to approve Allterra GPS system purchase (Geode Galileo) funded by $25,000 Vredenburg Foundation grant
• Dangerous dog and potentially dangerous dog hearings
• Claims approval totaling $263,100.58

The council voted 4-0 to uphold a dangerous dog designation after a child was injured. A second potentially dangerous dog designation failed to be reversed due to a split vote, leaving the officer's determination in place. The council also approved several routine items including a GPS system purchase, a sidewalk project easement, and a returned payment policy.

• Approved temporary easement from Iowa DOT for Yocom Park sidewalk project ($0 compensation) (4-0)
• Approved cemetery burials in crematory monuments on weekends/holidays without city staff assistance (4-0)
• Approved purchase of three Geode GPS receivers for $7,992.75 from Allterra Central Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $2,388 annual software subscription for Napa Tracs vehicle maintenance program (4-0)
• Upheld dangerous dog designation after August 27 incident where child required facial sutures (4-0)
• Failed to reverse potentially dangerous dog designation; motion to reverse failed 2-1-1, so officer's determination stands
• Approved letter of intent for Yocom Park redevelopment agreement with Lucas County Economic Development Corporation (4-0)
• Approved $5,456 bid from GM Builders for sidewalk replacement at 211 North Main Street (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider resolutions to purchase a police pursuit vehicle and approve engineering design services for the Chariton Municipal Airport lighting project. The council will also review a request to replace a fence removed by city staff and discuss a proposal for private cabins at Lake Morris.

• Resolution to purchase a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado pursuit vehicle for $71,514.96
• Resolution authorizing Task Order No. 3 with McClure for airport lighting design at $95,110
• Request from Marsha Cora Kent to replace a fence removed by city staff about 20 years ago
• Proposal from Amanda Etter for private rustic rental cabins at Lake Morris under a public-private partnership
• Approval of claims totaling $155,467.55 and August 2025 financial statement

The City Council unanimously approved several items including the purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado police vehicle for $71,514.96, a fence replacement along city-owned property for a resident, and a $95,110 engineering services contract for an FAA airport project. Beggar's Night was set for October 31, 2025, from 5-8 p.m. A proposed public-private partnership for the City Lakes Master Plan was discussed but referred to further meetings.

• Approved purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado police vehicle with decals and radar for $71,514.96 (5-0)
• Approved fence replacement along 238.23 feet of city-owned property adjacent to Marsha Cora Kent's property (5-0)
• Approved Task Order No. 3 with McClure Engineering for airport design and bidding services for $95,110.00 (5-0)
• Set Beggar's Night as Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of September 2, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved payment of claims via Resolution 2025-53 (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's August 2025 Financial Report (5-0)
• Discussed but tabled public-private partnership for City Lakes Master Plan pending further meetings (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider several new business items, including a resolution requesting a Lucas County tax abatement for 1106 Green Avenue, a request for a 5-week extension to complete work at 523 N 7th Street, a motion to approve the Chariton Police Department's Body Worn and In-Car Camera Policy, and a resolution to purchase a Chariton Volunteer Fire Department Attach Vehicle. The meeting also includes approval of claims totaling $164,168.75 and a citizen inquiry from Ann Gould.

• Resolution requesting Lucas County tax abatement of $532.00 for nuisance property at 1106 Green Avenue
• Request for 5-week extension (to Oct. 6) to complete rehabilitation at 523 N 7th Street
• Motion to approve Chariton Police Department Body Worn and In-Car Camera Policy
• Resolution to purchase a Chariton Volunteer Fire Department Attach Vehicle
• Approval of claims totaling $164,168.75 across multiple funds

The council approved several items including a retaining wall repair (3-1), a tax abatement request, a property repair extension, a police body camera policy, and a fire department vehicle purchase. All other votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda and consent minutes (4-0)
• Approved claims resolution 2025-50 (4-0)
• Approved retaining wall repair at 215 S 17th St (3-1, McGee nay)
• Approved tax abatement resolution 2025-51 for 1106 Green Ave ($532) (4-0)
• Granted property repair extension at 523 N 7th St to Nov 3, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved police body-worn camera and in-car recorder policy (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevy Silverado 3500HD fire attack vehicle for $81,782.06 (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider three Iowa DOT options for the US 34/IA 14 interchange, purchase a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado police pursuit vehicle for $69,044.78, and authorize a nuisance action for 206 South 8th Street. The meeting also includes approval of the consent agenda, claims, and the July 2025 financial statement.

• Consider motion to approve one of three options for the Hwy 34 and 14 intersection (roundabout, improved diamond, or diamond interchange)
• Resolution to purchase a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado police vehicle from Karl Chevrolet ($68,514.78) plus decals from Grafix Shoppe ($530.00), total $69,044.78
• Resolution to authorize a district court nuisance action for 206 South 8th Street
• Approval of Class E retail alcohol license for Hy-Vee Food Store
• Review and approval of claims totaling $138,106.10 and July 2025 financial statement

The council voted unanimously to authorize the mayor to write a letter to the Iowa Department of Transportation stating the city's preference for option 2, the 'Improved Diamond' design for the Highway 14 overpass on Highway 34. They also tabled a resolution to purchase a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado pending clarification on equipment, and tabled a fence replacement request to allow the city attorney to research regulations. A nuisance action was authorized for a property at 206 South 8th Street.

• Authorized mayor to write letter to Iowa DOT preferring option 2 for Highway 14 overpass (5-0)
• Tabled purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado pending equipment clarification (3-2)
• Adopted resolution authorizing nuisance action for property at 206 South 8th Street (5-0)
• Tabled fence replacement request for 1st Street and Armory Avenue pending legal research (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 of the city code to clarify when the Board of Adjustment can grant variances and to add a new council review process. They will also consider approving a new Citizen Inquiry Form and procedures for submitting policy-related questions. Additionally, the council will vote on reappointments to the Airport Advisory Board and Housing Board of Chariton, accept resignations from the Planning and Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment, and consider rescheduling the September 4 meeting to September 5.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 (Board of Adjustment variance rules and council review)
• Consider approval of Citizen Inquiry Form and procedures
• Consider motion to reschedule September 4 council meeting to September 5
• Consider reappointment to Airport Advisory Board
• Consider reappointment to Housing Board of Chariton

The Chariton City Council met August 4, 2025, and voted unanimously (4-0) on all items. The main action was adopting an ordinance amending Chapter 17.50 of the Chariton Municipal Code regarding the Board of Adjustment, after suspending the usual three-reading rule. The council also approved the consent agenda, a citizen inquiry form, rescheduling the September 1 meeting to September 2, and several board reappointments.

• Approved August 4, 2025 agenda with a date correction (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (minutes of July 21 meeting) (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-47 authorizing payment of claims (4-0)
• Gave second reading to ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 (Board of Adjustment) (4-0)
• Suspended rules and adopted ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 as Ordinance 945 (4-0)
• Approved updated Citizen Inquiry Form for agenda requests (4-0)
• Rescheduled September 1 regular meeting to September 2, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (4-0)
• Approved reappointments: Bill Baer to Airport Committee (term to 2030), Ann Moon and Vicky Black to Housing Board (terms to 2027) (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 of the city code regarding Board of Adjustment variances and appeals. They will also consider a resolution setting a public hearing for the sale of 918 and 920 Court Avenue, and approve a propane bid. The meeting includes approval of claims totaling $103,746.17 and the June 2025 financial statement.

• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 (Board of Adjustment variance and appeal process)
• Resolution to set public hearing for sale of 918 and 920 Court Avenue
• Approval of propane bid
• Approval of claims totaling $103,746.17
• Approval of amendment to The Office's Class C alcohol license for outdoor service area on August 2

The council approved a resolution scheduling a public hearing for August 18, 2025, to consider selling lots at 918 and 920 Court Avenue, with bids due by August 13. It also approved a $1.25/gallon propane supply bid from Agriland FS, Inc., and introduced an ordinance amending the Board of Adjustment chapter. All votes were 4-0; Council Member Jarrett McGee was absent.

• Approved resolution setting Aug. 18 public hearing for sale of 918 & 920 Court Avenue (4-0)
• Approved propane supply bid from Agriland FS, Inc. at $1.25/gallon (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 18.50 (Board of Adjustment) on first reading (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including alcohol license for Family Dollar #29390 and outdoor service area for The Office (4-0)
• Approved claims payment resolution 2025-45 (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer’s June 2025 Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider directing the city attorney to draft ordinances for several zoning changes, including rezoning multiple properties on Osceola Avenue, Northwestern Avenue, Albia Road, South 2nd Avenue, and South Street, as well as changes to fence setbacks, accessory building setbacks, and new space limits for small lots. The council will also consider approving the purchase of CivicPlus online registration software for $7,588, a police department grant application to the Vredenburg Foundation for $24,000, and a tax abatement application for 702 Osage Avenue. Additionally, the council will review a motion to delete and replace the vacation policy in the employee handbook.

• Rezoning 1801, 2206, 2106, and 2110 Osceola Avenue from Agricultural to Heavy Manufacturing
• Rezoning 320 Northwestern Avenue from Light Manufacturing to Heavy Manufacturing
• Rezoning Albia Road from 1st Street to city limits east and south to Grace Avenue from Light Manufacturing to Heavy General Business
• Approval of CivicPlus online registration software purchase for $7,588
• Police department application to Vredenburg Foundation for $24,000

The Chariton City Council voted unanimously to direct the City Attorney to prepare ordinances rezoning several properties, including four on Osceola Avenue from Agricultural to Heavy Manufacturing, one on Northwestern Avenue from Light Manufacturing to Heavy Manufacturing, and Albia Road from Light Manufacturing to Heavy General Business. The council also approved an addendum to the 2022 Employee Handbook updating the vacation section, a $7,588 initial purchase of CivicPlus registration software for Parks and Recreation (3-2), and a $24,000 grant application to Vredenburg Foundation for police vehicle upfitting. Additionally, the council directed the City Attorney to prepare ordinances changing fence setback requirements to two feet and accessory building rear setbacks to five feet in residential districts, and to establish space limits for smaller lots.

• Approved addendum to 2022 Employee Handbook updating vacation section (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to prepare ordinance changing fence setback to 2 feet in residential districts (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to prepare ordinance changing accessory building rear setback to 5 feet in residential districts (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to prepare ordinance establishing space limits for smaller lots (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to rezone 1801, 2006, 2106, 2110 Osceola Ave from Agricultural to Heavy Manufacturing (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to rezone 320 Northwestern Ave from Light Manufacturing to Heavy Manufacturing (5-0)
• Approved purchase of CivicPlus registration software for Parks and Rec, $7,588 initial + $3,500 annual (3-2)
• Approved $24,000 grant application to Vredenburg Foundation for police vehicle upfitting (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider resolutions setting union and non-union employee wages for fiscal year 2026, approve interfund transfers, and review a $25,000 grant application for new community center dividers. The council will also approve a list of claims totaling $156,905.33 and discuss a police recommendation for traffic control at a specific intersection. The meeting includes a public comment period, but no action can be taken on comments at this meeting.

• Resolution approving interfund transfers totaling $475,272.17 for FY2025
• Resolution setting union wages for FY2026, e.g., Mechanic $29.74/hr, Cemetery Operator $27.61/hr
• Resolution setting non-union wages for FY2026, e.g., City Manager $111,250/yr, Police Chief $86,008/yr
• Consideration of $25,000 Vredenburg Foundation grant for community center dividers (total project cost $43,925)
• Approval of claims totaling $156,905.33, including $25,515.94 for aviation fuel and $11,777.04 for street overlay pay app #5

The Chariton City Council approved resolutions setting union and non-union employee wages for fiscal year 2026, and authorized a $25,000 grant application for new dividers at the Community Center. The council also directed the city attorney to prepare an ordinance to replace yield signs and add a stop sign at intersections on Green Avenue, Orchard Avenue, and North 12th Street. Discussion on a revised vacation policy was tabled pending verification by the city attorney.

• Approved union employee wages for FY 2026 (4-0)
• Approved non-union employee wages for FY 2026 (4-0)
• Approved $25,000 grant application to Vredenburg Foundation for Community Center dividers (4-0)
• Approved Gas Pipeline Easement with Interstate Power and Light Company (4-0)
• Approved final pay application of $11,777.04 to Norris Asphalt Paving for Crack and Seat Overlay Project (4-0)
• Approved Interfund Transfers resolution for FY ending June 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Directed city attorney to prepare ordinance for traffic sign changes at Green Avenue, Orchard Avenue, and North 12th Street (4-0)
• Tabled discussion on revised vacation policy pending city attorney verification (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items, including a $16,000 pool repair, a 5.12% increase in the Mainstay IT contract, and a shared sewer line for two Osage Avenue properties. The meeting also includes a public comment period and approval of claims. No action will be taken on public comments.

• Pool repair cost of $16,000 with possible shortened season
• Mainstay Systems contract renewal with monthly cost increase from $215 to $226
• Approval of shared sewer line for 800 and 808 Osage Avenue
• Appointment to the Housing Board of Chariton
• Approval of claims

The council voted unanimously to suspend opening the Vredenburg-Chariton Family Aquatic Center this summer because of a leak and the time needed for concrete repair, refilling, and lifeguard certification. They also approved a technology maintenance contract with Mainstay Systems of Iowa, LLC, and tabled discussion on a shared sewer line issue. Susan Seuferer was appointed to the Housing Board of Chariton.

• Approved June 2, 2025, meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May 19, 2025, minutes (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-38 authorizing payment of claims (3-0)
• Suspended opening of Vredenburg-Chariton Family Aquatic Center for summer due to leak (3-0)
• Approved Standard On-Site Maintenance Contract with Mainstay Systems of Iowa, LLC for tech support (3-0)
• Tabled discussion on shared sewer line in 800 block of Osage Avenue (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Susan Seuferer to Housing Board of Chariton (3-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider a budget amendment for FY2025, hold a public hearing and vote on selling 1147 Orchard Avenue, and set a hearing for the sale of Court Avenue lots. They will also review airport spill plan approval, use requests for two Highway 14 properties, and allocate $10,000 in housing grant funds to the Palmer Building project. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda, claims, and financial statements.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY2025 budget amendment
• Public hearing and resolution for sale of 1147 Orchard Avenue
• Resolution setting public hearing and sale of Court Avenue lots
• Consideration of $10,000 housing grant to Palmer Building project
• Consideration of Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan at Chariton Municipal Airport

The council approved a budget amendment for storm damage and equipment, adopted an airport spill prevention plan, and authorized the sale of two city lots. It also approved a concrete plant and a used-vehicle sales business in the extraterritorial zone, and reappointed planning commissioners.

• Approved budget amendment for FY ending June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan for airport (5-0)
• Approved concrete plant request at 50622 State Highway 14 (5-0)
• Approved used-vehicle sales only at 45547 State Highway 14 (3-2)
• Adopted resolution for conveyance of 1147 Orchard Avenue to Lacey for $3,000 (5-0)
• Set July 21, 2025 public hearing for sale of 918 and 920 Court Avenue (5-0)
• Approved using remaining Housing Grant funds for Palmer Building apartments (5-0)
• Reappointed Offenburger, Curran, Vogel to Planning and Zoning Commission; appointed Lazear to Historic Preservation Commission (all 5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council is meeting to review and discuss the employee handbook and rental code policy. No formal votes are scheduled beyond agenda approval and adjournment.

• Review and discussion of employee handbook
• Review and discussion of rental code policy

The council met in special session and approved the meeting agenda. They reviewed and discussed the vacation section of the employee handbook and the current rental code policy. No formal decisions were made on these topics. The meeting adjourned until May 19, 2025.

• Approved May 9, 2025, meeting agenda (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will discuss and possibly act on constructing a new sidewalk from Penick Ave. to 614 South Main Street, consider zoning changes, and review replacement options for the pool heater. The council will also hear an update from the Chariton Volunteer Fire Department and consider a grant application for a new GPS map system.

• Discussion and possible action on constructing a new sidewalk from Penick Ave. to 614 South Main Street (estimated cost $48,537.96)
• Consideration of zoning changes
• Consider replacement options for the pool heater
• Consider grant application to the Vredenburg Foundation for new and updated GPS map system
• Consideration of a resolution to waive building permit fees for single-family homes

The Chariton City Council approved a sidewalk project in collaboration with the Iowa DOT, not to exceed $48,537.96, and adopted resolutions waiving building permit fees for new single-family homes and for nonprofit/government entities in FY2026. They also set a budget amendment hearing for May 19, 2025, approved a grant application for GPS equipment, and referred zoning changes to the Planning and Zoning Commission. A request to replace the swimming pool heater was deferred to the next budget discussion.

• Approved sidewalk project from Penick Ave to 614 S Main St, not to exceed $48,537.96 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-32 waiving building permit fees for new single-family homes in FY2026 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-33 waiving building permit fees for nonprofits and government entities (5-0)
• Set FY2025 Budget Amendment Hearing for May 19, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved grant application to Vredenburg Foundation for GPS equipment and maps (5-0)
• Referred zoning changes on accessory buildings, fences, and lot sizes to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Friends of the Airport request to sponsor Fly-In Day on August 23, 2025 (5-0)
• Deferred swimming pool heater replacement to next budget discussion

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2026 budget and consider a resolution adopting it. They will also set a public hearing for the sale of city-owned property at 1147 Orchard Avenue for $3,000, approve a QTpod subscription service agreement, and adopt a spill prevention plan for the municipal airport.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2026 budget
• Consideration of resolution adopting FY2026 budget
• Setting public hearing for sale of 1147 Orchard Avenue to Doan and Cali Lacey for $3,000
• Consideration of QTpod subscription service agreement
• Approval of spill prevention, control, and countermeasure plan at Chariton Municipal Airport

The council unanimously adopted the FY 2025-2026 budget, setting a tax levy rate of $19.73475 per $1,000 valuation for property and $3.00375 for agricultural land. It also approved a consent agenda, claims resolution, financial reports, a fire protection agreement extension with Pleasant Township, and declared surplus folding chairs, wooden tables, and a jetter for sale. The council tabled the airport's Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan.

• Adopted FY 2025-2026 budget with tax levy rates of $19.73475 (property) and $3.00375 (agricultural) per $1,000 valuation (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of April 7, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-26 authorizing payment of claims (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer's March 2025 Financial Reports and Quarterly Investment Reports (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-27 adopting the annual budget for FY ending June 30, 2026 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-28 setting public hearing for May 19, 2025 on sale of real property at 1147 Orchard Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Subscription Service Agreement with QTPOD for fuel system at Chariton Municipal Airport (4-0)
• Tabled approval of Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan for Chariton Municipal Airport (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider setting a public hearing for the proposed FY2026 budget, a tax abatement for the Palmer Building, and the purchase of a lot at 1147 Orchard Avenue. Other items include updates from local organizations, approval of mowing contracts, and zoning requests. The meeting also includes a closed session for real estate discussion.

• Consideration to set public hearing on proposed FY2026 budget for April 21, 2025
• Approval of tax abatement for the Palmer Building (three-year, 100%)
• Consideration of purchasing the lot at 1147 Orchard Avenue
• Consideration of zoning requests for 45547 Hwy 14 and 50622 Hwy 14
• Consideration of Silversmith Data/GIS system subscription ($1,050/year)

The Chariton City Council held a special meeting on April 7, 2025, primarily to conduct a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026. Several residents voiced concerns about the levy rate, but no vote was taken on the levy itself. The council approved the meeting agenda and adjourned until 5:00 p.m. the same day.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on proposed property tax levy for FY 2025-2026; no decision made
• Adjourned to 5:00 p.m. same day (unanimous)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 17, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items including the disposition of a property at 1106 Green Avenue, approval of resolutions extending fire protection agreements with Liberty and Whitebreast Townships, and a potential new sidewalk project from Penick Ave. to 614 South Main Street. The agenda also includes updates from local organizations and appointments to city commissions.

• Consider disposition of 1106 Green Avenue
• Consider approval of resolution for extension of fire protection agreement with Liberty Township
• Consider approval of resolution for extension of fire protection agreement with Whitebreast Township
• Discussion and possible action on constructing a new sidewalk from Penick Ave. to 614 South Main Street (Parcel CHA164)
• Approve appointments to Chariton City Lakes Commission and Chariton Historic Preservation Commission

The council approved resolutions extending fire protection agreements with Liberty and Whitebreast Townships (4-0), and directed the city attorney to prepare a request for proposals for demolition or rehabilitation of 1106 Green Avenue (3-1). A sidewalk project from Penick Avenue to 615 South Main Street was tabled to the April 7 meeting. The council also approved appointments of Todde Folkerts to the City Lakes Advisory Commission and Brayden Good to the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-22 authorizing payment of claims (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer's February 2025 financial reports (4-0)
• Directed City Attorney to prepare RFP for demolition or rehab of 1106 Green Avenue (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-23 extending fire protection agreement with Liberty Township (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-24 extending fire protection agreement with Whitebreast Township (4-0)
• Tabled sidewalk project from Penick Avenue to 614 South Main Street to April 7, 2025
• Approved appointment of Todde Folkerts to City Lakes Advisory Commission (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold public hearings to consider declaring 226 North Main Street and 609 South 8th Street as nuisances, with resolutions to follow. They will also consider a change order and pay application for the Crack and Seat Overlay project, and a grant application for AED updates. The agenda includes routine consent items and claims approval.

• Public hearing and resolution to declare 226 North Main Street a nuisance
• Public hearing and resolution to declare 609 South 8th Street a nuisance
• Change Order #3 and Pay Application #4 for Crack and Seat Overlay
• Grant application to Chariton Valley Electric Cooperative for AED updates
• Approval of Class E Retail Alcohol License for Hurribak IV Distribution

The Chariton City Council held public hearings and declared 226 South Main Street and 609 South 8th Street as nuisances under city code, with the first property given a deadline to abate. The council also approved a $48,521.76 change order for the Osceola Avenue and First Street crack-and-seat overlay project and authorized a grant application for AED equipment for the police department. All votes were 4-0.

• Declared 226 North Main Street a nuisance, with owners given until Dec 31, 2025 to make weathertight (4-0)
• Declared 609 South 8th Street a nuisance (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Osceola Ave & First St crack-and-seat overlay project, $48,521.76 (4-0)
• Approved Pay Application #4 for crack-and-seat overlay project, $29,232.50 to Norris Asphalt Paving (4-0)
• Approved grant application to Chariton Valley Electric Cooperative for AED pads, batteries, and two new AED units for police (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 18, 2025 minutes and Class E liquor license for Hurribak IV (4-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing payment of claims (4-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will hold a public hearing on a nuisance abatement at 523 North 7th Street and consider resolutions for nuisance abatement at 226 North Main Street and 609 South 8th Street. They will also consider setting a max levy rate, extending a fire protection agreement with Lincoln Township, approving pay application #5 for the airport fuel project, and applying for grants for the aquatic center, street department hoist, and police department.

• Public hearing and resolution on nuisance abatement at 523 North 7th Street
• Resolution setting public hearing on nuisance abatement at 226 North Main Street
• Amended resolution setting public hearing on nuisance abatement at 609 South 8th Street
• Consider resolution setting public hearing regarding max levy rate
• Consider grant applications to South Central Iowa Community Foundation for Aquatic Center, Street Department Hoist, and Police Department

The council voted 5-0 to declare 523 North 7th Street a nuisance and ordered owner Radley Seuferer to obtain permits, make the property weathertight, and replace siding, windows, and decks by September 1, 2025. The council also set public hearings for March 3, 2025, on nuisance declarations for 226 North Main Street and 609 South 8th Street. A $274,817 payment to Unified Contracting Services Inc. was approved for the airport aviation fuel facility project. The council voted 5-0 not to renew the Employee Assistance Program, citing no employee use in two years.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (minutes of Feb 3 and Feb 10) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-14 authorizing payment of claims (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's January 2025 financial reports (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-15 declaring 523 North 7th Street a nuisance with repair conditions (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-16 setting nuisance hearing for 226 North Main Street on March 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Set nuisance hearing for 609 South 8th Street on March 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Set public hearing for proposed FY 2025-2026 property tax levy for April 7, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-17 extending fire protection agreement with Lincoln Township (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will discuss the FY2026 budget, focusing on the Chariton Public Library's budget request. The library is requesting $176,016 in operating revenue and $176,000 in operating expenditures, with a $75,000 capital projects expenditure. The council will also consider a payment to Drake Electric.

• Approval of payment to Drake Electric
• Discussion on FY2026 budget, including library budget review
• Library operating budget request: $176,016 revenue, $176,000 expenditures
• Library capital projects budget: $75,000 in expenditures
• Library property tax levy from City of Chariton: $140,000

The council unanimously approved a $10,900 payment to Drake Electric for work on the cemetery building. Library representatives discussed the library budget and max levy certification form with the council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 10, 2025, meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved $10,900 payment to Drake Electric for cemetery building work (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will consider approving a $15,000 grant agreement with the Iowa DNR for underground storage tank removal at the municipal airport, set public hearings for nuisance abatement at two properties, and approve routine items including alcohol licenses, solid waste hauler permits, and fire protection agreements with four townships. The meeting also includes swearing-in of a new city manager and police chief.

• Consider approval of $15,000 grant agreement with Iowa DNR for underground storage tank removal at Chariton Municipal Airport
• Set public hearing for nuisance abatement at 523 North 7th Street on February 18, 2025
• Set public hearing for nuisance abatement at 609 South 8th Street on February 18, 2025
• Approval of Class B retail alcohol license for Family Dollar #29390 at 307 North Grand Street
• Approval of resolutions extending fire protection agreements with Benton, English, Lincoln, and Warren townships

Council

The Chariton City Council met in special session on January 29, 2025, and unanimously approved the meeting agenda. Discussion was held on the fiscal year 2026 budget covering the fire department, street department, sewer, and other line items, but no decisions or votes were taken on the budget. The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved January 29, 2025, meeting agenda (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will review and approve the Fiscal Year 2024 audit, discuss an update on the Palmer Building from the Lucas County Preservation Alliance, and consider a tax abatement application from Ryan and Haley Putz. The council will also review the 2024 Annual Certified Local Government Report and consider moving the February 17, 2025 meeting to February 18. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and financial reports.

• Review and approval of Fiscal Year 2024 audit
• Update on Palmer Building by Lucas County Preservation Alliance
• Discussion and possible action on tax abatement application from Ryan and Haley Putz
• Review of 2024 Annual Certified Local Government Report
• Consideration of date change for February 17, 2025 meeting to February 18

The council approved a tax abatement application under the City-Wide Urban Revitalization Plan for a new home at 1202 North 18th Street, subject to review by the County Assessor. They also accepted the FY2024 audit report from RGE & Associates and the Certified Local Government Annual Report. The regular meeting scheduled for February 17, 2025, was moved to February 18 due to the holiday. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of Jan 6 and Jan 13 meetings (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-05 authorizing payment of claims (3-0)
• Approved Treasurer's December 2024 Financial Reports and Quarterly Investment Reports (3-0)
• Accepted FY2024 audit report from RGE & Associates and placed on file (3-0)
• Accepted and filed Certified Local Government Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved tax abatement for new home at 1202 N 18th St, subject to County Assessor review (3-0)
• Moved regular council meeting from Feb 17 to Feb 18, 2025 due to holiday (3-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council met on January 13, 2025, and approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The main discussion was on the fiscal year 2026 budget, covering employee wages and departmental budgets for cemetery, police, building/codes, and parks/recreation. No votes were taken on the budget itself. The meeting adjourned to January 20, 2025.

• Approved January 13, 2025, meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned to January 20, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (5-0)

Council

The Chariton City Council will meet to consider routine resolutions, including naming the official newspaper and depositories, and will discuss body cameras for the police department and a tax abatement application. The agenda also includes accepting a resignation and approving an appointment to the Parks and Recreation Board.

• Resolution naming Chariton Leader as official newspaper
• Resolution naming depositories (U.S. Bank, Midwest Heritage Bank, First Interstate Bank, Community 1st Credit Union, Peoples Bank) with $8,000,000 maximum each
• Discussion on body cameras for the Police Department (Getac BC4K proposal)
• Discussion and possible action on tax abatement application
• Accept resignation from Parks and Recreation Board and approve mayor's appointment

The council unanimously approved the purchase of six body cameras from Sector Technology Group for $27,046.72. They also approved a tax abatement for a new home at 1210 North 18th Street (4-0, Hoch abstained), accepted a resignation from the Parks and Recreation Board, and appointed Paige Nelson to fill the vacancy. All other items—agenda, consent claims, and resolutions—were approved 5-0.

• Approved $27,046.72 purchase of six body cameras from Sector Technology Group (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement application for new home at 1210 North 18th Street, subject to County Assessor review (4-0, Hoch abstained)
• Accepted resignation of Chole Trenary from Parks and Recreation Board (5-0)
• Appointed Paige Nelson to Parks and Recreation Board, term ending December 31, 2028 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-01 authorizing payment of claims (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-02 naming Chariton Leader as official newspaper (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-03 naming depositories and setting maximum deposits, removing US Bank (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-04 authorizing mayor, mayor pro tem, city manager, and city clerk to execute financial institution documents, removing US Bank (5-0)