Guttenberg public meetings in 2024
19 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two main items: granting a 25-year electric transmission franchise to Soo Green HVDC Link ProjectCo, LLC, and authorizing the sale of city-owned real property to Dennis and Regina Delaney for $2,500 as part of a settlement agreement. Public hearings will be held for both items before votes. The agenda also includes approving the agenda and city office closings for trainings.
- Public hearing and ordinance for Soo Green HVDC Link ProjectCo, LLC electric franchise (25-year term, includes eminent domain rights)
- Public hearing and resolution authorizing sale of real property to Dennis and Regina Delaney for $2,500 (quit claim deed)
- Approval of city office closings as needed for trainings
Council
The City Council will review a request to rezone several lots from R-2 to C-1 and consider resolutions regarding a franchise ordinance and property sale. The meeting also includes discussions on fee schedule updates, lift station easements, and the hiring of a fifth full-time police officer.
- Ordinance amendment request to rezone lots 13, 14, 15 & 16 Block 30 from R-2 to C-1
- Resolution to set a public hearing date for SOO Green Franchise Ordinance
- Resolution to set a public hearing date for Sale of Property
- Lift station easement discussion regarding Coon property
- Approval of a fifth full-time police officer
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including a retail alcohol license application, an office software update, a request from American Tower, a matter involving SOO Green, and a budget workshop. The agenda is a mix of routine administrative items and potential policy discussions.
- Simplified Application for 5-day Class C Retail Alcohol License for Olive or Twist, LLC d/b/a Olive or Twist
- Office Software Update
- American Tower Request
- SOO Green
- Budget Workshop
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 4, 2024, covering routine consent items and several substantive discussions. Key items include a water improvement project update, consideration of the 2025 pool pay scale and fee schedule updates, a motion to hire a state auditor for a special examination, and resolutions approving annual financial reports. The council will also discuss easements, street improvements, and a trail survey.
- Water Improvement Project update with Veenstra & Kimm
- Resolution approving 2024 Annual Financial Report (FY ending June 30, 2024)
- Pool pay scale 2025 consideration
- Fee schedule updates
- Motion to hire State Auditor for special examination
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing on water project funding, consider approving a $120,133.56 payment for the water improvement project, and discuss an ordinance on dangerous animals. They will also consider a request to purchase city property, a sponsorship resolution for the Alluring Waters Project, a lift station easement, and other routine items.
- Public hearing on water project funding status
- Approve pay app #5 for water project - $120,133.56
- Ordinance consideration - Chapter 57, Dangerous and Vicious Animals
- Patrick Helbing request to purchase city property
- Resolution to approve FCC grant sponsorship for Alluring Waters Project
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions, including setting a public hearing for the water improvement project, approving four alley improvement agreements, and possibly terminating a shared employee agreement. The council will also discuss a request to purchase city property and may enter closed session to evaluate an individual's professional competency, with possible action on an employment agreement.
- Resolution to set public hearing for water improvement project funded activities
- Alley improvement agreements for Blocks 6, 2, 21, and 14 PLP
- Patrick Helbing request to purchase city property
- Consider termination of Shared Employee Agreement
- Possible closed session and action on employment agreement
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to vacate portions of Third Street and grant a franchise to Soo Green, along with several legislative updates. They will also consider approving a $293,728.22 payment for the water improvement project and other routine items.
- Public hearing and ordinance to vacate portions of Third Street
- Public hearing and ordinance for Soo Green franchise request
- Approve pay app #4 for water improvement project: $293,728.22
- Legislative updates on adult establishments, bonds, electronic meetings, fire officials, fiscal management, pedestrians' ROW, publications
- Street closure requests for homecoming float building, GMHC 5K run, and Moxies Golf Tournament
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to act on several items, including setting a public hearing for a Soo Green franchise request, vacating part of Third Street, authorizing a lawsuit for unpaid alley improvements, and continuing the Alluring Waters project. They will also discuss an ambulance replacement program and approve a grant application by Umbrella Arts on the city's behalf.
- Resolution to set public hearing date for Soo Green franchise request
- Vacation of parts of Third Street
- Authorize City Attorney to sue for unpaid alley improvements
- Motion to continue Alluring Waters project as approved June 10
- Approval for Umbrella Arts to apply for community grant on behalf of city
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will consider approving a $357,272.99 payment for the water improvement project, discuss a request from Soo Green, and review an outdoor lighting code update. They will also hear a request from Jim Ferguson to purchase city property, consider an electric project for the Bait Shop, and discuss a union contract amendment. The agenda includes several routine consent items and reports from city departments.
- Approve pay app #3 for Water Improvement Project: $357,272.99
- Soo Green request
- Outdoor Lighting Code update
- Jim Ferguson request to purchase City property
- UMGC grant for Police Body Cameras
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a closed session to discuss litigation strategy with the city attorney, as permitted by Iowa Code. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with public comment time and a possible action item following the closed session.
- Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(c) for litigation strategy
- Possible action item related to closed session subject
- Public comment period for city business
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will consider approving a $1,437,000 Water Revenue Bond issuance, along with payment applications and change orders for the North 5th Street and Water Improvement projects. The agenda also includes several routine items, such as consent agenda approvals, nuisance issues, and various requests from community members and organizations. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy.
- Resolution authorizing $1,437,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
- North 5th Street Project Pay App #5 and Water Improvement Project Pay App #2 and Change Order #2
- Umbrella Arts Pillar art project discussion
- Police squad computer bids
- Jim Ferguson request to purchase city property
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing on the vacation of a public way and disposal of an interest in real property, followed by an ordinance and resolution on the matter. The council will also consider city projects, employee compensation, and various permits and contracts. The agenda includes routine consent items and several discussion items.
- Public hearing on vacation of a public way and disposal of an interest in real property
- Ordinance to vacate property and resolution authorizing disposal of real property
- North 5th Street Project: Change Order #4 (net negative) and Pay App #4 ($0.00)
- Water Improvement Project: Change Order #1 and Pay App #1
- Resolution for FY 2024-2025 employee compensation for bargaining and non-bargaining units
Council
The Guttenberg City Council approved a budget amendment, a water revenue loan agreement, a rezoning ordinance, and the purchase of a new ambulance for $126,276. They also discussed park improvements, including a pillar art project, and approved several other routine items.
- Approved Ordinance No. 712-24 rezoning Block 40 Lots 9-11 and Block 41 Lots 5-8 from C-2 to R-3, and Block 40 Lot 12 from R-2 to R-3
- Approved Resolution No. 3414-24 for a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement
- Approved ordering a new ambulance for $126,276
- Approved Resolution No. 3413-24 for a FY 2024-2025 budget amendment
- Approved Resolution No. 3415-24 to vacate a portion of 310th Street
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold public hearings on a FY 2023-2024 budget amendment, a water revenue loan and disbursement agreement, and a rezoning request by John and Charles Finch. The council will also consider several resolutions, including one to vacate a public way, and discuss various city projects, insurance renewals, and other routine matters.
- Public hearing and resolution on FY 2023-2024 budget amendment
- Public hearing and resolution on Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement (up to $1,500,000)
- Rezoning of Block 40 Lots 9-12 and Block 41 Lots 5-8 from C-2/R-2 to R-3
- Resolution proposing vacation of a public way and disposal of real property
- Consideration of health and vision insurance renewal
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY 2024-2025 budget, and consider a budget amendment for the current fiscal year. They will also review city projects, including the North 5th Street and water improvement projects, and potentially award a contract for the Water Main Improvements Phase 1. Several resolutions and ordinances are on the agenda, covering items like handicap parking, water and sewer rates, and a police officer appointment.
- Public hearing and resolution adopting FY 2024-2025 budget
- Set public hearing for FY 2023-2024 budget amendment
- Resolution awarding contract for Water Main Improvements – Phase 1
- Ordinance on water and sewer rates
- Approve Police Chief's appointment of Kassidy Brandel
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to approve the agenda, set a public hearing for the adoption of the FY25 budget on April 8, 2024, and discuss procedures for replacing an ambulance for the hospital. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the ambulance replacement discussion.
- Set public hearing for FY25 budget adoption on April 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM
- Discuss ambulance replacement procedures for the hospital
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed water main improvements (Phase 1), consider resolutions and ordinances including electric and water/sewer rate changes, and act on various licenses, permits, and bids. The agenda also includes routine consent items and public comment opportunities.
- Public hearing on water main improvements Phase 1
- Ordinance on electric rates (third reading)
- Ordinance on water and sewer rates
- Resolution for City Manager employment agreement
- Street closure requests for events including GermanFest and Tractorcade
Council
The City Council met to discuss several rezoning requests, city infrastructure projects, and utility updates. Key actions included the appointment of Jamie Blume as City Manager and the approval of a $5,000 purchase for a Fire Department UTV.
- Public hearing for James Fassbinder rezoning request (C-1 to R-2)
- Public hearing for GEIDC rezoning request (R-3 to C-2)
- Approval of $5,000 purchase for Fire Department UTV
- Appointment of Jamie Blume as City Manager at $75,000 per year
- First reading of Ordinance No. 708-24 regarding electric rates
Council
The City Council will review several city projects including the North 5th Street project and water improvements. The agenda includes considerations for new dog license fees, electric rate ordinances, and potential energy efficiency grants.
- North 5th Street Project, Bridge Inspection, and Water Improvement Project
- Resolution establishing new dog license fees
- Ordinance regarding electric rates
- Police Department purchase of a Fire Department UTV
- Street closure request for River Park Cruiser Car Show on 9/14/24