Guttenberg public meetings in 2025
19 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: one for 101 N. Hill Drive from C-1 to C-1A, and another for 122 N. Hill Drive from M-1 to C-1A. The council will also consider Dan Parker's request to purchase city property, an alley assessment, a C-2 residential ordinance change, solid waste rates, clothing allowance, longevity pay, a sewer certification, a business accelerator incentive, a union contract, and a paving and storm sewer project. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment.
- Public hearing: Rezone 101 N. Hill Drive from C-1 to C-1A
- Public hearing: Rezone 122 N. Hill Drive from M-1 to C-1A
- Dan Parker: Request to purchase city property
- Resolution: solid waste rates
- Business Accelerator Incentive: Great River Antiques and Uniques
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to approve the library capital improvement plan, which will utilize CD and money market funds. They will also consider the annual exam report, a solid waste removal payment to Kluesner Sanitation, and hold a budget workshop. The meeting includes a meet and greet and swearing-in ceremony scheduled for December 8th.
- Library capital improvement plan approval using CD and Money Market Funds
- Approval of Annual Exam report
- Approval of Kluesner Sanitation Solid Waste Removal payment
- Meet & Greet – Swearing In December 8th at 5:00 PM
- Budget Workshop
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will vote on two pay applications for flood control electric updates by SEE Electric, consider two ordinance changes (adding a C-1A zoning district and allowing residential use on ground floors in C-2), and approve 2026 marina agreements. The council will also discuss a housing trust fund update, a park bench grant request, special event permits, and several other routine items.
- Pay applications #1 and #2 for SEE Electric flood control updates
- Ordinance change to add C-1A zoning district
- Ordinance change to allow residential on ground floor in C-2
- 2026 Marina Agreements
- Business Accelerator Grant for The Store Next Door
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 13, 2025, covering a range of items including an alley improvement agreement, zoning change requests, an engine brake ordinance discussion, a parking regulations amendment, and approval of several annual financial reports. The agenda also includes public comments, department reports, and a budget workshop date. The meeting includes both action items and discussion topics.
- Resolution to approve Alley Improvement Agreement — Block 97
- Rick Rosacker — Zoning Change requests
- Ordinance Amending Chapter 69 — Parking Regulations
- Bridge Inspection Agreement
- Resolution Approving the City of Guttenberg 2025 Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold two public hearings: one on amending the natural gas franchise ordinance and possibly granting a franchise to Black Hills/Iowa Gas Utility Company, and another on rezoning properties at 108 N. Hill Drive, 101 N. Hill Drive, and the Water Tower Lot from M-1 (Industrial Park) to C-1 (Highway Commercial). The council will also discuss water fluoridation, a zoning change for D&L Rentals, reserved parking for renters at Marina Center, special event permits for Germanfest and Guttenberg Brewing Co., and consider solid waste removal bids for 2026-2030. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, bills, financial reports, and alcohol license renewals.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 110 (Natural Gas Franchise) and resolution to dispense with special election for granting gas franchise to Black Hills/Iowa Gas Utility Company
- Public hearing on rezoning PT Lot 2 Deutmeyer Addition, Lot 9 Guttenberg Industrial Park -1984, and Guttenberg Industrial Park -1984 Lot 1 and Lot 1 of 2 (108 N. Hill Drive, 101 N. Hill Drive, Water Tower Lot) from M-1 to C-1
- Discussion on water fluoridation with Jim Osterhaus, Alicia Walke, and Margaret Kramer
- Solid waste removal bids for 2026-2030
- Special event permit for Germanfest and for Guttenberg Brewing Co. on September 13, 2025, including amendment to outdoor service area
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will set a public hearing date for a natural gas franchise ordinance update, consider approving Amendment 1 to the South River Park Drive Drainage and Storm Sewer Improvements professional services agreement, and act on the city attorney's retirement and replacement. The agenda also includes discussion of water fluoridation, a quiet zone study presentation, a special event permit for Smoke Off, and several property and personnel items.
- Set public hearing date for Chapter 110 Natural Gas Franchise ordinance update
- Consider Amendment 1 to South River Park Drive Drainage and Storm Sewer Improvements agreement
- Resolution for official appointment of new city attorney
- Discussion on fluoridation of city water
- Special event permit for Smoke Off
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for PLP Lots 9-16 in Block 20 from M-1 (Industrial Park) to C-2 (General Office and Retail District). The council will also discuss opening meetings with prayer, a revolving loan fund with GEIDC, special event permits, and requests for sewer charge adjustments due to water leaks. Several alcohol license amendments for RAGBRAI events are on the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on Ordinance amending Chapter 165 to rezone PLP Lots 9-16 in Block 20 from M-1 to C-2
- Special Class C Retail 5 Day Alcohol License for GEIDC (pending Dram Shop Insurance)
- Outdoor service amendments for Moxies Tap (July 17-19 and July 24-26) and Guttenberg Brewing Company (July 18) for RAGBRAI
- Special event permit for GBCO July 18
- Requests for sewer charge adjustments due to water leaks (Peter Elliot, Kyle Selberg)
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider awarding a $515,000 contract to SEE Electric, LLC for the DeKalb Street Pump Station Electrical Improvements Project. The council will also review several other items, including an outdoor seating request for The Dam Bar, a special event request for Stars and Stripes, and a resolution for an amended water revenue bond.
- Public hearing and bid award for DeKalb Street Pump Station Electrical Improvements Project to SEE Electric, LLC for $515,000
- Dam Bar outdoor seating/service area amendment request
- Easement request from Jamie Gamerdinger
- Olive or Twist Class C Retail Alcohol License application
- Special event request for Stars and Stripes
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to approve a resolution that sets a public hearing for June 30, 2025, on the plans, specifications, and estimated cost for the Dekalb Street Pump Station Electrical Improvements project. The project involves replacing the existing motor control center at the pump station, located about 500 feet east of the 3rd Street and Dekalb Street intersection. The council will also approve the agenda and may adjourn.
- Resolution to set public hearing for Dekalb Street Pump Station Electrical Improvements project
- Hearing scheduled for June 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 502 S 1st Street
- Project includes replacing the existing Dekalb Street Pump Station Motor Control Center
- Project location: approximately 500 feet east of 3rd Street and Dekalb Street intersection
- Contract documents prepared by Origin Design Co. and on file with the City Manager
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 9, 2025, covering routine consent items, public comments, and several special event permits, including RAGBRAI parking and arrival weekends. The council will also discuss insurance renewals, a drinking water loan forgiveness request, and potential actions regarding steps built on a city street.
- Special event permits for RAGBRAI Parking and Arrival Weekends
- Outdoor seating applications for Joe's Pizza and Dam Bar
- Health/vision and property/vehicle/liability/workers compensation insurance renewals
- SRF Drinking Water Loan Forgiveness request
- Discussion on opening meetings with prayer
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to approve the agenda and initiate bids for the EECBG grant project involving flood control electric updates. The meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Initiate bids for EECBG grant project – Flood Control Electric Updates
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold public hearings on the vacation and disposal of property owned by Patrick Helbing and on a FY 2024-2025 budget amendment, followed by related resolutions. The agenda also includes several routine items such as consent agenda approvals, alcohol license renewals, and various operational requests. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential real estate transactions.
- Public hearing and ordinance on vacation of property (Lot A of Block aus)
- Public hearing and resolution on FY 2024-2025 budget amendment
- Resolution for handicap parking spot on 500 block South First Street
- Resolution on wages for FY25/26
- Special event application and street closure for Guttenberg Brewing Co. on 6/7/25
Council
The Guttenberg City Council approved a consent agenda including bills and claims, financial reports, and alcohol license renewals. They held public hearings and passed ordinances and resolutions on property vacation and disposal, a budget amendment, and employee compensation. The council also approved requests for street closures, outdoor seating, and a change in trash collection day, and discussed a water pumping permit and parking concerns.
- Approved Ordinance No. 727-25 vacating a portion of alley in Block 35 and Pearl Street
- Approved Resolution No. 3450-25 disposing real property to Patrick and Kieffer Helbing
- Approved Resolution No. 3451-25 amending FY 2024-2025 budget
- Approved Kluesner Sanitation trash collection change to Mondays starting June 2, 2025
- Approved street closures for Moxies (May 23) and Guttenberg Brewing Co. (June 7)
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the FY 2025-2026 budget, set a hearing for a budget amendment, and hold a public hearing on a rezoning request by PiTD LLC and Roots/Rathskeller. The council will also consider purchasing a used dump truck from Dyersville for $90,000 and approving an invoice for a new ambulance at $127,626, along with discussing the sale of the current ambulance. Other items include updates on flood control electric projects, historic preservation grants, welcome signs, and various requests.
- Public hearing and resolution adopting FY 2025-2026 budget
- Public hearing on PiTD LLC and Roots/Rathskeller rezoning (Ordinance amending Chapter 165)
- Purchase of used dump truck from Dyersville for $90,000
- Approve invoice for new ambulance ($127,626) and discuss sale of current ambulance
- Discuss snow ordinance changes and alley improvement policy
Council
The Guttenberg City Council is holding a special meeting to set a public hearing for the FY26 budget adoption and to consider requests from the Guttenberg Economic Industrial Development Corporation (GEIDC) and Clayton Ridge Youth Sports for batting cages. They will also discuss the recreation field concession stands. The meeting is primarily administrative and discussion-oriented.
- Set public hearing for FY26 budget adoption for April 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
- GEIDC request
- Clayton Ridge Youth Sports request – batting cages
- Rec Field Concession Stands discussion
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will consider an electrical engineering agreement for flood control updates, discuss improvement projects ahead of RAGBRAI, and review bids for mowing and spraying. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, bills, and financial reports, plus a request to address water charges.
- Electrical Engineering agreement for Flood Control Electrical Updates
- Improvement projects prior to RAGBRAI visit
- Mowing bids and spraying bids
- Street closure request for Community Resources Center Open House
- Melody Kipp request to address water charges
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will meet for a special session to approve the agenda and review a presentation of the CLG Annual Report by Chris Schoen.
- CLG Annual Report presentation and approval
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will meet to handle routine consent items, including bills, financial reports, and license renewals, and to discuss several specific items: final payment for the Veenstra & Kimm water improvement project, a discussion on mooring cells, a resolution waiving review of a final plat for Shirley Moore, a possible change in pool manager status, setting a public hearing for the property tax levy, an electric infrastructure refund discussion with Forest Brown, and special event requests from local groups. The agenda also includes a request for supplemental pay to the Chamber for RAGBRAI correspondence and a mayoral appointment of a Chamber liaison.
- Final pay application for Veenstra & Kimm water improvement project
- Resolution waiving right to review final plat for Shirley Moore
- Set public hearing for property tax levy on 3/24/2025 at 6:00 PM
- Electric infrastructure update refund discussion with Forest Brown
- Special event requests: Umbrella Arts, River Park Cruisers (street closure), VFW Post 7736
Council
The Guttenberg City Council will vote on change order #3, pay application #6, and a certificate of completion for the Veenstra & Kimm water improvement project. They will also hear a CCDG budget request, a CCFF request for the Clayton County Disaster Recovery Fund, and a request from Jim Ferguson to address the council. Other items include a rezoning request for lots 13-16 in Block 30 from R-2 to C-1, a temporary easement for the SOO Green project, 2025 riverfront lease rates, a procurement policy update, and the swearing-in of McKinley Rans.
- Approve change order #3, pay application #6, and certificate of completion for water improvement project
- Rezone lots 13, 14, 15 & 16 Block 30 from R-2 to C-1
- Temporary easement for SOO Green project
- 2025 Riverfront Lease Rates
- Procurement Policy update