{ "city": "Gilbert", "state": "Iowa", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/cityofgilbertiowa.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": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Council to discuss and possibly act on the Capital Improvement Plan", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan prepared by Snyder and & Associates and Northland. Council members will also consider several payment resolutions, a bridge replacement project, and a main‑street reconstruction progress payment. Additional items include a fund‑transfer authorization, a waiver of review authority for a subdivision addition, and setting the date for the next council meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-610", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council considers solar storage device MOU and multiple community projects", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will discuss and possibly approve a resolution to accept a Memorandum of Understanding for a solar‑powered power storage device. The meeting also includes discussions on a road closure request for the GHS Homecoming Parade, liquor license applications for HOQ and The Open Flame, and a block party on Cedar Drive. Additional items include signage for Carbon Chiropractic, street repainting quotes, and a tax abatement request for 213 Cedar Drive.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-609", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07062026-609", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Gilbert City Council to review liquor licenses and street maintenance quotes", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will meet to discuss several business licenses and street repair projects. The body will consider requests for liquor licenses and a tax abatement for a specific property. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Story County Free Retraining Program.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-608", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council to consider Main Street Phase 3 pay request and animal services contract", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will discuss and possibly approve a pay request by Caliber Concrete for Main Street Reconstruction Phase 3, and consider a resolution for an Animal Services Contract with Story County. Other items include moving Parks & Rec project funds between fiscal years, purchasing replacement signs, and new bridges at Upstill Park. The council will also discuss setting salaries for FY 2026-2027. Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and claims report.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-607", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06152026-607", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Council to consider Main Street Reconstruction Phase 3 pay request", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will discuss and possibly vote on a pay request from Caliber Concrete, LLC for Main Street Reconstruction Phase 3. Other items include a contract for animal services with Story County, moving Parks & Rec project funds between fiscal years, and setting salaries for FY 2026-2027. The meeting includes public forum and committee reports.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-606", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Council to review site plan for Gilbert LTD Subdivision Lot 3", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council holds a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a site plan for Lot 3 of the Gilbert LTD Subdivision, consider allowing temporary septage disposal at the wastewater plant, and vote on a resolution to hire a Public Works Laborer with specified compensation. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05302026-604", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council to vote on hiring Public Works Laborer and setting compensation", "summary": "At this special meeting, the Gilbert City Council will discuss a site plan for Lot 3 of the Gilbert LTD Subdivision and consider allowing temporary disposal of septage at the wastewater plant. The council is also set to vote on Resolution 2026-05-01, which would authorize hiring a Public Works Laborer and set compensation. Other items include public open forum and setting the next meeting date.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05302026-605", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05302026-605", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Planning Commission Agendas", "headline": "Planning Commission to consider site plan for Gilbert LTD Subdivision Lot 3", "summary": "The Gilbert Planning Commission will meet to consider a site plan for Lot 3 of the Gilbert LTD Subdivision, owned by Gilbert Lot 3 LLC. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and an open forum for public comment on non-agenda items. No other substantive business is listed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-601", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Planning Commission Minutes", "headline": "Gilbert Planning Commission to review subdivision site plan", "summary": "The Gilbert Planning Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. The body will also consider a site plan for the Gilbert LTD Subdivision, Lot 3.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-603", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05142026-603", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-04", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Council to discuss hiring a Parks and Streets Supervisor with set salary", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will approve the meeting agenda, the April 20 minutes, and the April revenue report. Council members will consider appointments to the Planning Commission and discuss a contract with JM Lawncare & Landscape. They will also consider Resolution 2026-04-05 to employ a Parks and Streets Supervisor, set compensation, and authorize an employment agreement, as well as a CIT proposal for sewer rehabilitation work. Committee reports and general discussion will follow before adjournment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-600", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-04", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Gilbert Council to discuss hiring supervisor and sewer rehabilitation", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will meet to approve the April 2026 claims report and discuss appointing a Planning Commission member, hiring a Parks and Streets Supervisor, and a proposal for sewer rehabilitation work.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-602", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05042026-602", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Gilbert City Council to hold public hearing on FY 2026-2027 proposed budget", "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The meeting includes votes on traffic and driveway ordinances and the employment of a Deputy Clerk.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-597", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Public hearing on proposed FY2027 budget with tax levy rate of $13.71 per $1,000", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027). The budget estimates total revenues of $3,322,580 and total expenditures of $3,369,814, with an estimated tax levy rate of $13.70658 per $1,000 valuation on regular property. Residents and taxpayers may present objections or arguments in favor of the budget.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-596", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Gilbert City Council to hold public hearing on FY 2026-2027 budget", "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The body will also discuss traffic and driveway ordinances and the employment of a Deputy Clerk. Additional items include a sewer rehabilitation proposal and insurance deductible options.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-599", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-599", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-06", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Gilbert City Council to consider traffic and driveway ordinances", "summary": "The City Council will discuss updates to the traffic code and regulations for driveway approaches. The body is also considering a budget amendment public hearing and new street lighting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04062026-593", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-06", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council to consider new street lighting on Steel Street with Alliant Energy", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will meet on April 6, 2025 to discuss several agenda items. Items include first readings of Ordinance 353 (traffic code special stops) and Ordinance 354 (driveway regulations), a resolution to set a public hearing for the FY 2026‑2027 budget amendment, a resolution to install new street lighting on Steel Street with Alliant Energy, and a tax‑abatement application for four properties. An open forum will allow public comments, and the council will set the date for its next meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04062026-598", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04062026-598", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Gilbert City Council to hold public hearing on proposed property tax levy", "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax levy for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The proposal includes a total regular property tax of $1,018,610. Following this hearing, the council will hold a hearing on the proposed city budget.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-592", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Gilbert City Council to discuss stop signs and park bridge replacements", "summary": "The City Council will consider several infrastructure updates and staffing needs. The body will discuss the installation of new stop signs and the replacement of pedestrian bridges at Upstill Park.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-591", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council approves property tax levy for FY 2026-2027", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council held a public hearing and approved the proposed property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The meeting was held on March 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-595", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03232026-595", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council to consider Open Flame liquor license renewal and new stop signs", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including the renewal of a liquor license for Open Flame, plans for Gilbert Days 2026 events, and the installation of new stop signs at two intersections. Additional topics include posting for a Public Works Supervisor, replacing pedestrian bridges in Upstill Park, and reviewing tornado siren options. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes approval, and committee reports.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-594", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03232026-594", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-16", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Public hearing on proposed FY 2026‑27 city property tax levy increase", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing on March 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM to consider the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year July 1 2026 – June 30 2027. The proposal raises the city regular total property tax from $883,046 to $1,018,610 and the regular tax rate from 12.54375 % to 14.46943 %. Increases are attributed to debt service, employee benefits, and main‑street reconstruction projects.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03162026-588", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "body": "Council Agendas", "headline": "Council to consider solid waste contract with Ames and tax levy hearing date", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will discuss a contract with the City of Ames for solid waste reclamation, recycling and disposal services. They will also set the date and time for a hearing on the proposed tax rate levy for fiscal year 2026‑2027. Additional items include updates on a middle school addition, the capital improvement plan, and a tax abatement request for 105 Rothmoor Drive.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03022026-587", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "body": "Council Minutes", "headline": "Council to set hearing date for proposed FY 2026‑2027 tax rate levy.", "summary": "The Gilbert City Council will consider approval of the agenda, minutes, and the February claims/revenue report, and will discuss projects such as middle school additions, a capital improvement plan update, a solid‑waste contract with the City of Ames, and setting a hearing date for a proposed FY 2026‑2027 tax rate levy. Additional items include a tax‑abatement request for 105 Rothmoor Drive, replacement of Upstill Park bridges, and a quote for Lions Park light controls. The council will also receive committee reports and hold an open forum for public comments.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03022026-590", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03022026-590", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-02-12", "body": "Planning Commission Minutes", "headline": "Commission will consider Gilbert CSD middle school additions and improvements", "summary": "The Gilbert Planning Commission will approve its agenda and the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It will then hold an open forum for public comments. The commission will consider a proposal for additions and improvements to the Gilbert Community School District middle school and intermediate school.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-586", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02122026-586", "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-02-12", "body": "Planning Commission Agendas", "headline": "Gilbert Planning Commission meets to discuss school improvements", "summary": "The Gilbert Planning Commission will convene on February 12, 2026, to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The primary item on the docket is the consideration of improvements for the Gilbert CSD Middle School and Intermediate School.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-585", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofgilbertiowa.org/AgendaCenter" } ] }