Kalona public meetings in 2021

Council

The City Council will review bills and hear a 2021 annual review from Paws & More. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a cemetery deed and updates on city insurance quotes.

• Paws & More 2021 Annual Review
• Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for Benevia Armstrong
• Bid opening setting for 6th Street Sanitary Sewer Connection
• Update of City of Kalona insurance quotes

The Kalona City Council approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of bills totaling over $200,000. They approved a cemetery deed for Benevia Armstrong, set a bid opening for the 6th Street Sanitary Sewer Connection for January 13, 2021, and directed staff to seek insurance quotes. The council also heard a request from Paws & More for $6,980 in the 2022-2023 budget.

• Approved agenda and minutes (all yes)
• Allowed bills totaling $200,000+ (all yes)
• Approved Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for Benevia Armstrong (all yes)
• Set bid opening for 6th Street Sanitary Sewer Connection for Jan 13, 2021 (all yes)
• Directed staff to prepare insurance quote paperwork

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2021, with a public forum and reports. Under new business, they will discuss an assignment, amendment, and restatement of the South Well easement, a resolution waiving the right to review a plat of survey for Benjamin Yoder, an annual update from the public library, and approval of a cemetery deed for Duane Gingerich. No old business items are listed.

• Assignment, Amendment, and Restatement of South Well Easement
• Resolution waiving right to review plat of survey for Benjamin 'Benny' Yoder
• City of Kalona Public Library Annual Update
• Approval of Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for Duane Gingerich

The council approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of bills. It also approved an assignment, amendment, and restatement of the Southtown well easement, waived the city's right to review a plat of survey for Benjamin Yoder, and approved a cemetery deed for Duane Gingerich. The meeting included a library update but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved the agenda and minutes from November 15, 2021.
• Allowed a list of bills totaling over $200,000.
• Approved assignment, amendment, and restatement of Southtown well easement.
• Approved Resolution 2021-DD waiving review of plat of survey for Benjamin Yoder.
• Approved Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for Duane Gingerich.

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding its regular meeting to handle routine business and several new items. Key actions include certifying TIF for 2022-2023, approving a garbage and recycle contract transfer from Johnson County Refuse to LRS Recycling, and considering a liquor license request from Casey's General Store. The council will also discuss an alley replacement project, a cemetery deed, and hiring a utility billing clerk.

• TIF Certification for 2022-2023
• Resolution approving transfer of garbage and recycle contract from Johnson County Refuse to LRS Recycling
• Casey's General Store Class E Liquor License with Class B Wine, Class C Beer, and Sunday Sales
• Discussion of East Alley approach replacement on 4th between C & D Avenue
• Discussion of hiring Utility Billing Clerk

The Kalona City Council approved a $51,000 annual contract with the Washington County YMCA for recreation services, starting January 2022. They also hired Heather Trimpe as Utility Billing Clerk at a starting salary of $35,360, effective November 29, 2021. The council approved the 2022-2023 Urban Renewal Report, transferred the garbage and recycle contract from Johnson County Refuse to LRS Recycling for three years, and approved a liquor license for Casey's General Store. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $51,000 annual YMCA recreation services contract (unanimous)
• Hired Heather Trimpe as Utility Billing Clerk at $35,360/year (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 Urban Renewal Report (TIF) (unanimous)
• Transferred garbage/recycle contract to LRS Recycling for 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved Casey's General Store liquor license with Sunday sales (unanimous)
• Approved east alley approach replacement on 4th Street (unanimous)
• Approved Nutmeg Cemetery deed for Laura Jeane Fry (unanimous)
• Approved bills and transfers as listed (unanimous)

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Kalona Urban Renewal Area. The meeting also includes discussions on water treatment repairs, sidewalk engineering for 7th Street and D Avenue, and renewing agreements with the YMCA.

• Public hearing on Proposed Amendment to the Kalona Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution to establish an Urban Renewal Area and approve plan amendment
• Approval of Water Treatment Repairs
• Sidewalk projects for 7th Street and D Avenue with Garden & Associates
• Renewal of 5-year State Highway Maintenance and Repair Agreement

The Kalona City Council approved a resolution to amend the urban renewal area and plan, and authorized moving forward with water treatment repairs totaling $100,930.85, funded by American Rescue Funds and water/sewer reserves. The council also approved the FY 2020-2021 annual finance report, a cemetery deed, and a 5-year state highway maintenance agreement with the Iowa DOT. A rec services contract with the YMCA was tabled for future consideration.

• Approved urban renewal area amendment resolution (5-0)
• Approved water treatment repairs: filter rehab $65,063.40, well treatment $23,450.00, piping/valve installation $5,777.45, chemical treatment $6,640.00 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 annual finance report (5-0)
• Approved cemetery deed for Gerald & Ruth Peterson (5-0)
• Approved 5-year state highway maintenance agreement with Iowa DOT (5-0)
• Tabled rec services contract with YMCA
• Approved agenda and minutes as published
• Allowed bills totaling $36,147.67 in withdrawals

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding a work session to discuss two items: options for projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, and a study of sidewalks and trails throughout the city. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of American Rescue Funds project options
• Discussion of sidewalk and trails study throughout Kalona

The Kalona City Council held a work session to discuss American Rescue Plan (ARP) fund projects, prioritizing a list for completion over three fiscal years. At the regular meeting, the council approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of bills. They also approved a resolution for Washington County EMS advisory council membership, an audit adjustment for a city-owned utility, an agreement with HACAP for a low-income water assistance program, and a liquor license for Westside Petro.

• Prioritized ARP fund projects for completion over 3 fiscal years (work session)
• Approved agenda and minutes as published
• Allowed bills totaling $101,910.08 from General Fund and other funds
• Approved Resolution 2021-AA for EMS advisory council membership (4-0)
• Approved audit adjustment of $68.10 for 201 3rd Street utility
• Approved agreement with HACAP for Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program
• Approved Iowa ABD License for Westside Petro (3-1)

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding its regular meeting with a public forum and reports. The main business includes setting a public hearing date for expanding the urban renewal area and amending the plan, approving the street finance report, considering a cemetery deed, and hiring a library staff member. No old business is listed.

• Resolution setting date for public hearing on expanded urban renewal area and plan amendment
• Approval of Street Finance Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• Consideration of Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for Jerry and Rosanna Shirkey
• Update on Washington County Riverboat Quarterly Funds
• Consideration of hiring Samantha McGuire as Circulation Librarian

The council approved Resolution 2021-Z, setting a public hearing for November 1, 2021, on expanding and amending the City of Kalona Urban Renewal Plan. It also approved the street finance report, a cemetery deed for Jerry and Rosanna Shirkey, and the hiring of Samantha McGuire as full-time circulation librarian pending a background check. The council acknowledged a DOT-approved driveway access for Hershberger Oil at 126 E Avenue.

• Approved Resolution 2021-Z setting a Nov. 1 public hearing on the Urban Renewal Plan Amendment
• Approved the street finance report
• Approved the Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for Jerry and Rosanna Shirkey
• Approved hiring Samantha McGuire as circulation librarian at $16.89/hour, pending background check
• Acknowledged DOT-approved driveway access for Hershberger Oil at 126 E Avenue
• Approved the agenda and minutes of the September 20, 2021 meeting
• Allowed bills as presented
• Directed staff to send a thank-you note to the Washington County Riverboat Foundation

Council

The Kalona City Council is meeting to consider several agenda items, including developer agreements for future subdivisions, parcel splits, updates to cemetery rules, and setting the date for Trick or Treat night. The meeting will also include public forum and reports from the city administrator.

• Resolution for Developers Agreement with Tate Properties LLC for future major subdivision
• Resolution for Developers Agreement with B&B Investments LLC for future minor subdivision
• Consideration of parcel split/plat of survey for Auditor Parcel R
• Consideration of parcel split/plat of survey for Auditor Parcel Q
• Resolution updating cemetery rules and regulations

The Kalona City Council approved developer agreements with Tate Properties LLC and B&B Investments LLC for future subdivisions, both unanimously. It also approved parcel splits for auditor parcels R and Q, updated cemetery rules, approved two Sharon Hill Cemetery deeds, and set Trick or Treat night for October 31, 2021. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved developer agreement with Tate Properties LLC (5-0)
• Approved developer agreement with B&B Investments LLC (5-0)
• Approved parcel split for auditor parcel R (5-0)
• Approved parcel split for auditor parcel Q (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-Y updating cemetery rules (5-0)
• Approved Sharon Hill Cemetery deeds for Fuller and Jamieson (5-0)
• Set Trick or Treat night for October 31, 2021 (5-0)

Council

The Kalona City Council will meet on September 7, 2021, to review the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year Urban Renewal Report and discuss competitive quotes for city insurance. The council will also consider changing job duties for a city employee and reviewing an urban chicken application.

• Approval of 2020-2021 Fiscal Year Urban Renewal (TIF) Report
• Discussion of competitive quotes for Health, Property, and Liability Insurance
• Consideration of changing Devon Young's duties to Maintenance Superintendent
• Review of urban chicken application for Ronald and Sara Swartzendruber
• Approval of Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division licenses for Tequila Wine and Spirits, Tequila Grill, and Best of Iowa

The Kalona City Council approved a batch of bills, the 2020-2021 urban renewal (TIF) report, and several other items. They also approved a 4-1 vote for multiple Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division licenses, including for Tequila Wine and Spirits, Tequila Grill, Best of Iowa, and Hard Luck Cafe. Additionally, the council approved purchasing snow removal equipment from Coralville for $32,500, changing Devon Young's job to Maintenance Superintendent with a pay increase, and an urban chicken application for Ronald and Sara Swartzendruber.

• Approved agenda change to add Hard Luck Cafe liquor license (all yes)
• Approved bills list (all yes)
• Approved 2020-2021 urban renewal (TIF) report (all yes)
• Approved seeking competitive quotes for insurance policies (all yes)
• Approved Devon Young's job change to Maintenance Superintendent with $40,560/year salary (all yes)
• Approved cemetery deeds for Rich, Hughes, Schrock (all yes)
• Approved $32,500 snow removal equipment purchase from Coralville (all yes)
• Approved urban chicken application for Swartzendruber at 130 A Avenue (all yes)

Council

The Kalona City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed how to spend $378,606 in federal American Rescue Plan funds, reviewed sidewalk and trail options, and considered changes to golf cart/UTV permits. Staff was directed to gather more information for future meetings, and a work session was recommended for October 18.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Discussed American Rescue Funds project options; staff to gather more info
• Discussed sidewalk and trail projects; staff to work with engineer on assessments
• Discussed golf cart/UTV permits; staff to prepare forms for review
• Recommended October 18 work session

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a contract to lease the first-floor office space at 2285 133rd Street to CJ Moyna & Sons LLC. The body will also consider an ordinance amending the code regarding stop sign intersections and parking prohibitions. Additionally, the council will address a cemetery deed for Danial and Marlene Miller and accept public improvements for the Valley View Subdivision.

• Public hearing and contract consideration for leasing first-floor office space at 2285 133rd Street to CJ Moyna & Sons LLC
• Ordinance amending the Kalona Code of Ordinances to add intersections requiring stop signs and prohibit parking
• Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for Danial and Marlene Miller
• Resolution accepting public improvements and dedications for Valley View Subdivision

The Kalona City Council approved a 1-year lease for office space at 2285 133rd Street to CJ Moyna & Sons LLC at $1,000 per month. They also passed Ordinance No. 2021-339 adding stop signs and no-parking zones in the Southtown/Northridge Subdivision, accepted the Valley View Subdivision dedications, and approved a cemetery deed transfer. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved lease with CJ Moyna & Sons LLC for office space at 2285 133rd Street, $1,000/month (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-339 adding stop signs and no-parking zones in Southtown/Northridge Subdivision (5-0)
• Accepted Valley View Subdivision dedications and improvements via Resolution No. 2021-V (5-0)
• Approved Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for Danial and Marlene Miller (5-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes as published (5-0)
• Allowed bills totaling $74,101.35 from General Fund and other funds (5-0)

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving drawings, specifications, and a contract for watershed improvements. They will also discuss several property-related items, including driveway placement, plat survey waivers, and a housing rehabilitation lien release. The meeting includes routine items like minutes and bills.

• Public hearing and consideration of watershed improvements construction contract
• Resolution accepting project on 5th Street
• Discussion of driveway placement for Lot #5 Hillcrest Estates and Mary Jo Smith property
• Two resolutions waiving right to review plat surveys in Washington County Marilyn Farms
• Ordinance adding stop sign intersections and prohibiting parking

The Kalona City Council approved the proposed Watershed Improvements in Iowa County, with Iowa County covering all project costs. It also accepted the completed 5th Street public improvements by L.L. Pelling Company for $157,829.65, and approved the first reading of an ordinance adding stop signs and no-parking zones in the Southtown, Northridge Subdivision.

• Approved Watershed Improvements project (all yes; Iowa County to fund)
• Accepted 5th Street improvements by L.L. Pelling Company for $157,829.65 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-339 adding stop signs and no-parking zones (4-0)
• Approved driveway placement on lot 5 in Hillcrest Estates (all yes)
• Waived right to review plat of survey for Marilyn Farms parcels (4-0 each)
• Approved release of 2008 Housing Rehabilitation lien for 602 6th Street (all yes)
• Moved September 6, 2021 meeting to September 7, 2021 (all yes)
• Set work session for September 2, 2021 at 6:00 PM (all yes)

Council

The Kalona City Council will discuss partnering with ECICOG for an income survey, amend an agreement with the Washington County Communications Commission, and set public hearings for watershed improvements and leasing office space. They will also consider cemetery deed approval, traffic signs, and final plat approval for Northridge Subdivision.

• Discussion on partnering with ECICOG for income survey to determine Low to Moderate Income percentage
• Resolution amending agreement regarding Washington County Communications Commission
• Setting public hearing for August 2, 2021 on watershed improvements construction
• Approval of Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for John and Janice Wallerich
• Resolution to approve final plat for Phase 2 Lots 65-85 of Northridge Subdivision

The Kalona City Council approved Resolution 2021-Q, the final plat for Phase 2 (lots 65-85) of Northridge Subdivision, and Resolution 2021-O, accepting public dedications and improvements for Phases 1 and 2, both submitted by Moyna Holdings. The council also approved a partnership with ECICOG for an income survey, set public hearings for August 2 and August 16, 2021, and approved a cemetery deed.

• Approved Resolution 2021-Q, final plat for Northridge Subdivision Phase 2 (lots 65-85), submitted by Moyna Holdings.
• Approved Resolution 2021-O, accepting public dedications and improvements for Northridge Subdivision Phases 1 and 2.
• Approved partnering with ECICOG to conduct an income survey for low-to-moderate income determination.
• Approved Resolution 2021-P, amending the Washington County Communications Commission agreement.
• Set public hearing for August 2, 2021, on Watershed HUD improvements.
• Set public hearing for August 16, 2021, on leasing office space at 2285 133rd to CJ Moyna.
• Approved the Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for John and Janice Wallrich.
• Directed staff to prepare an ordinance for 'No Parking' and 'Stop' sign locations in Northridge Subdivision.

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 7, 2021, at 7:00 P.M. at the Kalona Community Center – City Hall. The agenda includes public forum, a city administrator's report, and old business items involving the reading of ordinances for re-zoning requests for Northridge Subdivision (Lots 16, 72-79) and Incline Grove Subdivision, with options for final passage. New business includes a staff update on Washington County Riverboat Quarterly Funds, approval of hiring a Utility Billing Clerk, an amendment to the Mid-Prairie Facility Use Agreement for summer usage, and consideration of a Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for Wilber and Elsie Mast.

• Re-zoning ordinance for Northridge Subdivision Lots 16, 72-79
• Re-zoning ordinance for Incline Grove Subdivision
• Update on Washington County Riverboat Quarterly Funds
• Approval of hiring a Utility Billing Clerk
• Amendment to Mid-Prairie Facility Use Agreement for summer usage

The Kalona City Council approved two rezoning ordinances: one for Northridge Subdivision (3.49 acres from R-1 to R-2) and one for Incline Grove Subdivision (21.56 acres from A-1 to R-1), both submitted by Moyna Holdings, Inc. The council also approved hiring Amy Richenberger as Utility Billing Clerk at $31,065 per year, with a 4-1 vote (one abstention due to family relation). Additionally, the council allowed bills, discussed federal relief funds for sidewalk improvements, and directed a thank-you note to the Washington County Riverboat Foundation.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-337 rezoning Northridge Subdivision (3.49 acres) from R-1 to R-2 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-338 rezoning Incline Grove Subdivision (21.56 acres) from A-1 to R-1 (5-0)
• Approved hiring Amy Richenberger as Utility Billing Clerk at $31,065/year (4-1, one abstention)
• Approved amending Mid-Prairie Facility use agreement for summer gym usage (5-0)
• Approved Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for Wilbur and Elsie Mast (5-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes as published
• Allowed bills totaling over $500,000 (5-0)

Council

The Kalona City Council approved the first readings of two rezoning ordinances: one to rezone 3.49 acres in Northridge Subdivision from R-1 to R-2, and another to rezone 21.56 acres in Incline Grove Subdivision from A-1 to R-1. Both ordinances were approved unanimously. The council also approved employee wage adjustments, liquor license renewals, and library board member renewals.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-33 to rezone Northridge Subdivision lots 16, 72-79 from R-1 to R-2.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-338 to rezone Incline Grove Subdivision from A-1 to R-1.
• Approved wage adjustments for city employees effective July 1, 2021, including salaries and stipends.
• Approved renewals of Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division licenses for Timeless Charm, Westside Petro, and Dollar General.
• Approved renewals of library board members Donna Jones and Jim Miller for terms through June 30, 2027.
• Approved moving the July 5, 2021 meeting to July 7, 2021 due to Independence Day.
• Approved the agenda, minutes, and bills as presented.

Council

The Kalona City Council will set public hearings for June 21 on re-zoning requests for Northridge Subdivision (Lots 16, 72-79) and Incline Grove Subdivision. They will also consider approving plats for Northridge phases, an early childhood needs assessment, a fire/EMS building needs assessment, and retail cigarette permit renewals.

• Public hearing June 21 for re-zoning Northridge Subdivision Lots 16, 72-79
• Public hearing June 21 for re-zoning Incline Grove Subdivision
• Resolution approving final plat for Northridge Phase 1 (Lots 1-64)
• Resolution approving preliminary plat for Northridge Phase 2 (Lots 65-85)
• Consideration of renewals for cigarette permits: Casey's, Dollar General, Westside Petro

The Kalona City Council approved the final plat for Phase-1 (lots 1-64) and the preliminary plat for Phase-2 of the Northridge Subdivision, both submitted by Moyna Holdings. They also set public hearings for June 21, 2021, on rezoning requests for Northridge Subdivision lots and Incline Grove Subdivision. The council renewed cigarette permits for three businesses with a 3-2 vote, and approved committee appointments for an early childhood needs assessment and a fire department/EMS building needs assessment.

• Approved Resolution 2021-N, final plat for Northridge Subdivision Phase-1, lots 1-64 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-O, preliminary plat for Northridge Subdivision Phase-2 (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 21, 2021, on rezoning Northridge Subdivision lots 16, 72-79 from R-1 to R-2 (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 21, 2021, on rezoning Incline Grove Subdivision from AG to R-1 (5-0)
• Renewed cigarette permits for Casey's General Store, Dollar General, and Westside Petro (3-2)
• Appointed council members J Schmidt and Bender to Early Childhood Needs Assessment committee (5-0)
• Appointed council members G Schmidt and Spitzer to Fire Department/EMS building needs assessment committee (5-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes as published

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the 2020-2021 budget, followed by a resolution to approve it. The council will also consider several resolutions, including temporary street closures for community events, a grant application from the library, and a liquor license request.

• Public hearing and resolution on 2020-2021 budget amendment
• Resolution for temporary street closures for Kalona Day (June 19, 2021)
• Resolution for temporary street closures for Kalona Fall Festival (Sept 24-25, 2021)
• Resolution approving grant application from Kalona Public Library to Washington County Riverboat Foundation
• Consideration of Class C liquor license for Tuscan Moon

The Kalona City Council approved a budget amendment for fiscal year 2020-2021, temporary street closures for Kalona Day and Fall Festival, a library grant application, and designated the Kalona Community Center as the official polling location. The council also approved a Class C liquor license for Tuscan Moon with a 4-1 vote, and allowed two tractorcades to pass through town with route approval.

• Approved 2020-2021 budget amendment (Resolution 2021-J) (5-0)
• Approved street closures for Kalona Day on June 19, 2021 (Resolution 2021-K) (5-0)
• Approved street closures for Fall Festival on Sept 24-25, 2021 (Resolution 2021-L) (5-0)
• Approved library grant application to Washington County Riverboat Foundation for $10,000 (Resolution 2021-M) (5-0)
• Designated Kalona Community Center as official polling location (5-0)
• Approved Class C liquor license for Tuscan Moon (4-1)
• Allowed two tractorcades to drive through town with route approval

Council

The Kalona City Council will meet to handle routine business and several action items. They will consider approving a cemetery deed, setting a public hearing for a budget amendment, honoring teachers and medical professionals with free pool passes, and approving a grant application for recreational trails.

• Approval of Sharon Hill Cemetery Deed for Riella Rich
• Setting public hearing for 2020-2021 Budget Amendment on May 17, 2021
• Consideration of one-time complementary day pool passes for teachers and medical professionals
• Resolution approving Iowa DOT Covid-19 Relief Recreational Trails Program grant application

The Kalona City Council approved a resolution to apply for a $1,250,000 Iowa DOT COVID-19 Relief Recreation Trails Program grant for the 2.25-mile North Ridge Trail Loop. The council also approved a full list of bills, a cemetery deed transfer, and set a public hearing for a budget amendment. A one-time complementary pool pass program for teachers and medical professionals was approved, with an additional $1,000 added to the YMCA agreement.

• Approved Resolution 2021-I for $1.25M DOT grant application for North Ridge Trail Loop (4-0, Bender absent)
• Approved all bills as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Nutmeg Cemetery deed for Riella Rich (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for May 17, 2021 on 2020-2021 Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved one-time complementary pool passes for teachers and medical professionals, plus $1,000 increase to YMCA agreement (unanimous)

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding its regular meeting with a public forum, a report from the City Administrator, and old business including discussion of the Senior Food Program. New business includes accepting the 2021 bridge inspection and rating, accepting a resignation from the Planning and Zoning Board, approving a cemetery deed, and discussing a Chamber employee reimbursement agreement.

• Discussion of Senior Food Program
• Accepting 2021 Bridge Inspection and Rating by Calhoun-Burns and Associates, Inc.
• Accepting resignation of Lori TeBockhorst from Planning and Zoning Board
• Approval of Sharon Hill cemetery deed for John and Violet Spenner
• Discussion of Kalona Chamber Employee Reimbursement Agreement

The Kalona City Council approved the agenda with one item removed, approved the minutes from the previous meeting, and allowed a list of bills totaling over $100,000. The council accepted the resignation of Lori TeBockhorst from the Planning and Zoning Board and approved a cemetery deed for John and Violet Spenner. Staff was directed to continue the senior food program with weekly meal deliveries.

• Approved agenda with removal of item 4 under new business (all yes)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2021 meeting (all yes)
• Allowed bills totaling $100,000+ (all yes)
• Directed staff to continue senior food program with weekly meal deliveries
• Accepted resignation of Lori TeBockhorst from Planning and Zoning Board (all yes)
• Approved Sharon Hill Cemetery deed for John and Violet Spenner (all yes)

Council

The Kalona City Council approved Ordinance 2021-335, adopting the 2018 model Floodplain Management Ordinance, and Ordinance 2021-336, increasing monthly water and sewer flat rates by 3% (to $11.99 and $12.84 respectively) effective July 1, 2021. The council also approved a facility needs assessment for the Fire Department and EMS building (not to exceed $25,000), a 28-E equipment sharing agreement with Riverside for the street sweeper, and the completion of a road through Sharon Hill Cemetery for $31,244.00.

• Approved agenda and minutes as published.
• Allowed all listed bills and transfers.
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-335 updating the Floodplain Management Ordinance to the 2018 model.
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-336 increasing water and sewer flat rates by 3% effective July 1, 2021.
• Approved facility needs assessments for Fire Department and EMS building, not to exceed $25,000.
• Authorized a 28-E agreement with Riverside for street sweeper sharing, with training by Kalona staff.
• Approved completion of the road through Sharon Hill Cemetery for $31,244.00 from cemetery savings.

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding its regular meeting with public hearings and first readings for two ordinances: one updating the floodplain management ordinance to the 2018 model, and another adopting water and sewer flat rate increases effective July 1, 2021. The council will also discuss an update on the senior meal program, read a proclamation for Junior Achievement Day, and consider a cemetery deed transfer.

• Public hearing and first reading for ordinance updating Floodplain Management to 2018 model
• Public hearing and first reading for ordinance adopting water and sewer flat rate increase effective July 1, 2021
• Update on senior meal program
• Proclamation making April 1, 2021 Junior Achievement Day
• Cemetery deed for Craig and Kathleen Shallady

The Kalona City Council gave initial passage to two ordinances: one updating the Floodplain Management Ordinance to the 2018 model, and another increasing water and sewer flat rates by $0.35 and $0.37 respectively, effective July 1, 2021. Both passed unanimously with all four present members voting yes. The council also approved a cemetery deed for Craig and Kathleen Shalledy and allowed a list of bills.

• Approved agenda and minutes as published (unanimous)
• Allowed bills totaling $115,109.72 from General Fund and other funds (unanimous)
• Gave initial passage to Ordinance 2021-335 updating Floodplain Management Ordinance to 2018 model (4-0)
• Gave initial passage to Ordinance 2021-336 increasing water flat rate by $0.35 and sewer flat rate by $0.37, effective July 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved cemetery deed for Craig and Kathleen Shalledy (unanimous)

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding a special electronic meeting to consider a resolution approving an application for grant funds from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation for the Kalona Public Library. The agenda contains only this single item.

• Resolution approving application for grant funds from Washington County Riverboat Foundation for Kalona Public Library

The Kalona City Council held a special meeting and approved Resolution No. 2021-G, authorizing the mayor and city clerk to sign a grant application to the Washington County Riverboat Fund. The grant requests $5,000 for the Kalona Public Library's Improving Computer Access for Library Patrons Project, with $1,000 in matching funds from the library's gift account. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-G for $5,000 library grant application (5-0)

Council

The Kalona City Council will consider a resolution to waive review of the Gingerich Meadow Agricultural Subdivision, set public hearings for a floodplain management ordinance update and a water/sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2021, and consider cemetery deeds. The agenda also includes an update on the pop-up food pantry and routine items like minutes and bills.

• Resolution to waive review of Gingerich Meadow Agricultural Subdivision
• Public hearing for floodplain management ordinance update to 2018 model
• Public hearing for water and sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2021
• Cemetery deeds for John Robert Rich, Ken Rich, Gary Gostynski
• Update on pop-up food pantry

The Kalona City Council approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of bills. They directed staff to continue the senior meal program in a scaled-down version with a per-meal charge until April, to be revisited in November. The council also passed Resolution 2021-F to waive the right to review the plat for the Gingerich Meadow Agricultural Subdivision, set public hearings for March 15 on floodplain and water/sewer rate ordinances, and approved cemetery deeds for three individuals.

• Approved agenda and minutes of February 15, 2021 meeting.
• Allowed bills totaling $45,533.84 in transfers and various fund withdrawals.
• Directed staff to continue senior meal program with per-meal charge until April, revisit in November.
• Passed Resolution 2021-F waiving plat review for Gingerich Meadow Agricultural Subdivision.
• Set public hearings for March 15 on floodplain ordinance update and water/sewer rate increase.
• Approved cemetery deeds for John Robert Rich, Ken Rich, and Gary Gostynski.

Council

The Kalona City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and consider a resolution to adopt it. They will also discuss a law enforcement contract for the next fiscal year and consider alcohol beverage permits for two local entities. The meeting includes routine items like minutes, bills, and a city administrator report.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY2021-2022 budget
• Law enforcement contract for FY2021-2022
• Kalona Brewing Company: Class B Beer Permit with outdoor services and Sunday sales
• Kalona Historical Village: Class B Native Wine Permit
• Update on Pop-Up food pantry

The Kalona City Council approved the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget, including budget transfers and certification of city taxes, via Resolution 2021-E. They also approved a law enforcement contract with Washington County for $196,541, and approved alcoholic beverage permits for two local entities. The meeting included a public hearing on the budget with no comments.

• Approved agenda and minutes as published
• Allowed bills totaling $99,000+ (all voting yes)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget and tax levy via Resolution 2021-E (5-0)
• Approved law enforcement contract with Washington County for $196,541 (5-0)
• Approved alcoholic beverage permits for Kalona Brewing Company and Kalona Historical Village (4-1)

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to set the maximum property tax levy for fiscal year 2021-2022. They will also set a public hearing for the FY 2021-2022 budget, review the FY 2019-2020 city audit, and consider a grant application from The Wellmark Foundation. Other items include bridge inspection services and a possible donation for a K9 unit.

• Public hearing and resolution on max property tax levy for FY 2021-2022
• Setting public hearing for FY 2021-2022 budget on February 15, 2021
• Consideration of FY 2019-2020 City Audit Report
• Resolution approving application for Wellmark Foundation grant funds
• Discussion of donating funds to Washington County Sheriff for K9 purchase

Council

The Kalona City Council approved the distribution of $140,000 in Washington County Riverboat Quarterly Funds for seven projects, including $50,000 for the Rec Center debt payment and $30,000 for the Southtown Recreational Area. The council also set a public hearing for the proposed max tax levy, approved a Class B Native Wine Permit for Kalona General Store, and approved a cemetery deed for Larry Skola. All other agenda items, including the agenda, minutes, and bills, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $140,000 riverboat fund distribution for 7 projects (5-0)
• Set public hearing for FY2021-2022 max tax levy on Feb 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Class B Native Wine Permit for Kalona General Store (4-1)
• Approved cemetery deed for Larry Skola (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 4, 2021 with change (5-0)
• Allowed bills as presented (5-0)

Council

The Kalona City Council is holding its regular meeting, where it will consider resolutions to designate official publications, set committee memberships, and appoint city officers, as well as discuss the use of Washington County Riverboat Funds for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting also includes an update on the pop-up food pantry and a public forum.

• Resolution Designating Official Publication, Committee Membership, and Appointing Certain City Officers
• Resolution Making Appointments and Confirming Appointments by the Mayor
• Discussion of Washington County Riverboat Funds for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
• Update on Pop-Up food pantry