Pella public meetings in 2021
20 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will discuss engineering agreements for the 250th Avenue reconstruction and Bos Landen Conference Center restoration. The body is also considering zoning amendments for properties east of Hwy 163 and at 413 Main Street, as well as a development agreement with RDP Holdings, LLC.
- Engineering services agreement with Garden & Associates, Ltd. for 250th Avenue reconstruction
- Engineering services agreement with Klingner & Associates for Bos Landen Conference Center restoration
- Zoning ordinance amendments for property east of Hwy 163 and north of Hwy G-28
- Zoning ordinance amendment for property at 413 Main Street
- Proposed development agreement with RDP Holdings, LLC
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for the Prairie Ridge and South Main Planned Unit Developments. The body is also considering several engineering agreements for sewer and road projects and a settlement with the Iowa Regional Utilities Association.
- Public hearings for zoning amendments at 413 Main Street and property east of Hwy 163/north of Hwy G-28
- Project cost sharing agreement for Southwest Sanitary Sewer Extension with RDP Holdings, LLC
- Engineering services agreements with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for Southwest Trunk Sewer and West Washington Street/Fifield Road intersection
- Proposed Prairie Ridge Commercial Urban Renewal Plan
- Settlement agreement with Iowa Regional Utilities Association
City Council
The City Council will hold a policy and planning session to discuss a request for $40,000 in additional financial support from the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). The council will also consider whether to address this request now or during the CVB's contract renewal in March 2022.
- Discussion of $40,000 additional funding request for the Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Resolution No. 6315 approving an application and agreement for a federal assistance grant
- Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor permit application for Stierenhuis at 727 Main Street
- Reappointment of David Gritters to the Building Code Board of Appeals
- Reappointment of Wayne Stienstra to the Community Development Committee
City Council
The City Council will discuss a private development agreement with Pella Main Street Market, LLC. The body is also reviewing engineering service amendments for several reconstruction projects and liquor license renewals.
- Resolution No. 6311: Proposed development agreement with Pella Main Street Market, LLC
- Resolution No. 6312: Engineering services amendment for Oost Poort Alley and parking lot reconstruction
- Resolution No. 6313: Engineering services amendment for 218th Avenue and Neil Drive reconstruction
- Resolution No. 6314: Engineering services agreement for Bos Landen Drive reconstruction
- Liquor license requests for Artisanal, LLC (DBA Dutchfix), Pella Golf and Country Club, and Your Private Bartender
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Pella Community Center and consider a first reading of an ordinance to amend municipal telecommunication utility rates. The meeting also includes a liquor license renewal for Sports Page Bar and Grill.
- Ordinance No. 995: Amending municipal telecommunication utility rates (1st Reading)
- Liquor license renewal for Des Moines Rock City, LLC (DBA Sports Page Bar and Grill)
- Discussion regarding the Pella Community Center
City Council
The City Council will discuss a conditional resolution of support for a proposed market and café at 503 Main Street. The developer is requesting up to $1,775,000 in TIF rebates over 15 years. The body is also holding public hearings on infrastructure and airport project bids.
- Proposed $1,775,000 in TIF rebates for Pella Main Street Market at 503 Main Street
- Public hearing on East Interchange Infrastructure – 250th Avenue Improvements Project bids
- Public hearing on Pella Municipal Airport Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) Project bids
- Ordinance No. 994 to amend solid waste fees
- Resolution No. 6306 adopting annual wage scale
City Council
The City Council will hold a Policy and Planning meeting to discuss a proposed 2% across-the-board wage increase for most employees, estimated to cost $129,975 annually. The body will also consider updates to the personnel policy manual and health plan premiums for Fiscal Year 21/22.
- Proposed 2% wage increase for employees not on executive pay or minimum wage
- Renewal of yard waste transportation and disposal agreement with Metro Waste Authority
- Reappointment of Brenda Huisman to the Library Board of Trustees
- Special event permits and road closures for Community Independence Day Celebration and Pella Farmer’s Market
- Liquor and tobacco permit renewals for various local businesses including Casey’s, Fareway, Hy-Vee, and Wal-Mart
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on a budget amendment for FY 20-21 and the vacation of a public utility easement. The body is also considering an ordinance to amend municipal telecommunications utility rates.
- Public hearing on Budget Amendment #1 for the FY 20-21 Budget
- Ordinance No. 993 to amend municipal telecommunications utility rates
- Resolution No. 6296 for East Interchange Infrastructure Improvements (250th Avenue)
- Resolution No. 6297 for Pella Municipal Airport AWOS Replacement Project
- Discussion on Golf Cart and Utility Vehicle (UTV) use on city streets
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposed conditional resolution of support for RDP Holdings' Prairie Ridge commercial development. The project involves a Smash Park recreation center and a fast-casual restaurant. Council will discuss potential grants and infrastructure requirements before formal consideration on May 18.
- Proposed $2,000,000 construction grant to RDP Holdings for Smash Park and a fast-casual restaurant
- Proposed $300,000 pass-through grant from the Community Betterment Organization
- Potential tax increment rebates up to $2.0 million
- Estimated $1,157,000 in developer-funded public infrastructure and $355,850 in off-site improvements
- Resolution No. 6291 to approve a purchase agreement with Reliant Fire Apparatus, Inc.
City Council
The City Council will discuss zoning amendments for 503 Main Street and the M1 District. The body is also reviewing a lease for outdoor dining at Molengracht Plaza and a request to reimburse a developer for landscaping.
- Lease agreement with Liberty Street Kitchen for 1,179 square feet of Molengracht Plaza for outdoor dining
- Proposed reimbursement of $1,600 to Bos Ridge developer for cart path screening bushes
- Zoning classification change for property at 503 Main Street
- Conditional boundary amendment for the M1 District
- Resolution to amend the City of Pella's purchasing policy
City Council
The Council will discuss central business district parking during the Oost Poort Alley project and a request to acquire a private drive. Additionally, the agenda includes several resolutions regarding loan agreements and bond issuances.
- Conditional rezoning of 9.66 acres on 218th Place from Agricultural/Community Commercial to Limited/Light Industrial
- $2,025,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Capital Loan Notes, Series 2021A
- $1,885,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2021B
- Resolution entering into a 28E agreement between Indianola Municipal Utilities and City of Pella Telecommunications Utility
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 20-21 Budget amendment
City Council
The Council will consider a request from the Pella Disc Golf Club to refund $8,515 in donations and relocate their course. Additionally, officials will discuss an environmental study proposal for Big Rock Park and review several infrastructure and zoning items.
- Rezoning of land near 503 Main Street to a Planned Unit Development
- Bids for the Oost Poort Alley Sewer, Storm, and Paving Project
- Bids for the 218th Avenue and Neil Drive Reconstruction Project
- Sale of $1,985,000 in General Obligation Urban Renewal Capital Loan Notes, Series 2021A
- Sale of $2,130,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2021B]
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body will also discuss proposed scope changes to the Kiwanis Park Improvements Phase I project and review fiber network construction change orders.
- Public hearing on the adoption of the Fiscal Year 21-22 Budget
- Resolution No. 6268: Change orders 2 through 6 for the Fiber to the Home Network Construction project with Excel Utility Contractors
- Discussion of Wonder Spelen's request to add shade structures and equipment to Kiwanis Park Improvements Phase I
- Wonder Spelen financial commitment of up to $200,000 for proposed park changes
- Closed session to discuss the purchase or sale of real estate
City Council
The City Council will consider public hearings regarding the issuance of general obligation urban renewal capital loan notes. The agenda also includes several appointments to local boards and committees.
- Public hearing for up to $2,300,000 in General Obligation Urban Renewal Capital Loan Notes
- Public hearing for up to $1,900,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes
- Appointment of Shelly Riggen to the Community Development Committee
- Appointment of Dave Corbin to the South Central Regional Airport Agency
- Appointment of Doug Klahsen to the South Central Regional Airport Agency
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding Fiscal Year 2022 maximum property tax dollars, the Lely Urban Renewal Plan, and Kiwanis Park Phase I site improvements. The body will also consider several loan authorizations and infrastructure projects.
- Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2022 Maximum Property Tax Dollars
- Public hearing on Amendment No. 1 to the Lely Urban Renewal Plan
- Public hearing on Kiwanis Park Phase I Site Improvements Project bids
- Authorization of loan notes not to exceed $2,300,000 for urban renewal and $1,900,000 for corporate purposes
- Authorization of bids for the 218th Avenue and Neil Drive Reconstruction Project
City Council
The City Council will review budget and capital improvement presentations for the library, police, and city hall. The body is also considering zoning amendments and the designation of a historic district overlay zone.
- Resolution No. 6242: Setting a public hearing date for FY 2021-2022 maximum property tax collection and levy rate
- Resolution No. 6244: Authorizing bids and plans for the Oost Poort Alley sewer, storm and paving project
- Ordinance No. 986: Amending the PUD ordinance for property at or near 2110 Idaho Drive (2nd Reading)
- Ordinance No. 987: Designating the Collegiate Neighborhood as a historic district overlay zone (2nd Reading)
- Resolution No. 6245: Temporary closure of public ways for the 2021 Klompen Classic
City Council
The City Council will receive budget and capital improvement program presentations for the 2021-22 fiscal year. These presentations cover five city departments.
- Budget presentation: Fire
- Budget presentation: Electric
- Budget presentation: Community Services
- Budget presentation: Public Works
- Budget presentation: Telecom
City Council
The City Council will consider a Planned Unit Development amendment for Genlink and the creation of the Collegiate Neighborhood Historic District Overlay Zone. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 21/22 budget and funding for the Convention and Visitors Bureau.
- Public hearing for PUD amendment at or near 2110 Idaho Drive (Ordinance No. 986)
- Public hearing for access easement conveyance to Tree Haus, LLC (Resolution No. 6239)
- Public hearing for Collegiate Neighborhood Historic District Overlay Zone (Ordinance No. 987)
- Change order No. 2 with WRH Inc. for wastewater treatment plant 2019 upgrades (Resolution No. 6241)
- Revision of boundaries for Precinct 1 (Ordinance No. 988)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding bids for the East Interchange Infrastructure Improvements (Lift Station) Project. The body will also consider several construction contracts and a proposed amendment to the Lely Urban Renewal Plan.
- Public hearing and contract award for East Interchange Infrastructure Improvements (Lift Station) Project
- Construction contract and bond for outside drop service equipment and installation
- Plans and specifications for Kiwanis Park Phase I site improvements
- Proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Lely Urban Renewal Plan
- Appointment of Eric Recker to the Airport Committee
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding construction bids for outside drop service equipment and an amendment to the Pella Corporation hangar lease. The body will also consider several resolutions related to infrastructure projects and city appointments.
- Public hearing and contract award for Outside Drop Service Equipment and Installation
- Public hearing on the Pella Corporation Hangar Lease Amendment
- Change order No. 3 with Synergy Contracting for Fifield Road water main improvements
- Roadway improvements to 250th Avenue for Lely North American Headquarters project
- Reappointments to the Board of Adjustment, Airport Committee, and Historic Preservation Commission