Jackson public meetings in 2025
8 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on Truth In Taxation and discuss the final tax levy for 2026. The body is also considering several grants for ambulance services and trail connections, as well as new hires for the fire department.
- Truth In Taxation Public Hearing
- Resolution No. 54-1225: Final Tax Levy for taxes collectible in 2026
- Interim Use Permit for Belmont Heights Phase 1A LP to rent townhomes at 341, 343, and 349 Whitetail Lane to Federated Rural Electric
- Approval of 8 new hires for the Jackson Fire Department
- On-Sale 3.2 Malt Beverage License for the Historic State Theater at 600 Second Street
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the 2026 operating budget and ambulance department models. This session is intended to prepare for setting the Final Property Tax Levy at the December 16, 2025 meeting. No public comment on the budget will be taken during this special meeting.
- Review of 2026 Operating Budget
- Comparison of 'Hybrid' Operating Model vs. Ambulance Operation Model #2
- Discussion of EMS Apprentice Program
- Determination of recommended Ambulance Operating Model and 2026 Budget Allocation
- Determination of recommended 2026 Final Operating Levy
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution for state appropriations to purchase flood damaged properties. The meeting also includes routine approvals for liquor license renewals and bank account signors.
- Resolution No. 52-1225 for State Appropriations to purchase Flood Damaged Properties
- Liquor license renewals for American Legion, Bridget's Bar, Jackson Golf Club, Staples Oil/Holiday, and Saina Jackson, LLC/AmericInn
- Request for Fire Department to serve alcohol at the Annual Chili and Oyster Feed on January 5, 2025
- Approval of Brenda Fischer and Bret Heitkamp as signors on Security Bank Midwest accounts
- Presentation regarding the Federal 287(g) Program
City Council
The City Council will review the 2026 Operating Budget. Members will also discuss a pre-development agreement with MarketPointe, Inc. for a potential new hotel in the core business district.
- Review of the City's 2026 Operating Budget
- MarketPoint Pre-Development Agreement for a new hotel in the core business district
- Due diligence deadline of May 1, 2026 for hotel project deliverables
City Council
The Jackson City Council will consider hiring Bret Heitkamp as interim city administrator, terminating the previous administrator's contract, and declaring a temporary hiring freeze for all city departments. The agenda also includes approving ambulance training expenses and legal communication procedures.
- Hire Bret Heitkamp as Interim City Administrator
- Terminate WMK Law Group engagement
- Declare temporary hiring freeze for all city departments
- Approve Jackson Ambulance Training Expense Promissory Note
- Approve removing Jim Langborg from bank signature cards
City Council
The Jackson City Council will discuss and vote on a contract for building official services and a preliminary levy rate for the upcoming year. The meeting includes a closed session to review the City Administrator's performance.
- Consideration of Prokore Building Official Service Contract
- Preliminary Levy Rate Consideration
- Waste Management Contract Renewal
- Approval of Homecoming Parade Special Event Permit
- Waiver of Shelter House rental fee for Family Services Network
City Council
The City Council will consider a new registration form and fee schedule for cannabis retailers. The body is also reviewing updates to the city fee ordinance and authorizations for bank account access.
- Proposed cannabis business registration fees: $500 for initial registration and $1,000 for subsequent annual renewals
- Proposed fee increases for tree trimming (from $150/hr to $525/hr) and water meters ($125 to $165 for 3/4" and $180 to $225 for 1")
- Authorization for the Electric Department to purchase a replacement switch for up to $35,000
- Proposed authorization for Brenda Fischer, Jim Langborg, and Mayor Polz as signers on the Alpha Bank account
- Proposed update to the Liquor Store Sampling Policy regarding THC and hemp products
City Council
The City Council will discuss a proposed charter amendment to establish a three-term consecutive limit for the Mayor and Council members for the November 4, 2025 ballot. The body will also consider a land purchase and various ordinance amendments.
- Purchase of 1.14 acres contiguous to the City Dump from David Lentz for $50,000.00
- Proposed amendment to Ordinance 93.04 to allow chickens in residential areas
- Financial contribution request from Jackson Community Education for $9,506.56
- Proposed charter amendment for three-term consecutive limits for Mayor and Council
- Amendment to the City fee schedule