Clive public meetings in 2025
39 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on a development agreement with Fortress Bank, a sanitary sewer lining program, and vegetation management for Little Walnut Creek. The body is also deciding on the 2026 fee schedule and a zoning amendment regarding boarding and lodging houses.
- Contract award to HGS, LLC for Little Walnut Creek vegetation management: $1,795,497.25
- Contract award to Hydro-Klean, LLC for 2025/2026 Sanitary Sewer Lining Program: $147,031.20
- Purchase agreement for 7705 University Boulevard: $353,000.00
- Purchase of dump truck and outfitting from Ascendance Trucks Midwest: $230,257.00
- Resolution adopting the City of Clive 2026 Fee Schedule
Council members unanimously approved the agenda and a series of consent items, including mayoral appointments and fee schedules. They adopted the Fortress Bank development agreement, authorizing tax‑increment financing. The council also approved contracts for the sanitary sewer lining program, fire‑EMS consulting, and set a public hearing for the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved mayoral appointments to regional boards and commissions (2026) (unanimous)
- Approved mayoral appointments to Clive boards and commissions (2026) (unanimous)
- Adopted 2026 City fee schedule (unanimous)
- Approved Fortress Bank development agreement with tax‑increment funding (unanimous)
- Awarded contract to Hydro‑Klean for sanitary sewer lining ($147,031.20) (unanimous)
- Approved fire and EMS consulting agreement with Center for Public Safety Management ($145,775) (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (01/08/2026) (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 2, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of an agenda.
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
The council members and staff reviewed and discussed the proposed 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan. No motions, votes, approvals, or rejections were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m.
City Council
The Clive City Council will vote on a series of consent items, including reports, a retail alcohol license renewal for Crown Liquors, and multiple construction contract amendments and pay requests. Several change orders—some with negative adjustments—will be considered, along with resolutions to accept completed work on various infrastructure projects. The meeting also sets public hearings for parkland vacation and vegetation management, and reviews the FY2025 financial audit. Discussion items cover flood mitigation, legislative priorities, and city‑owned pond policy.
- Approve Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewal for Crown Liquors – 7700 University Avenue, Suite A
- Resolution approving contract amendment with DCI Group for Greenbelt Landing Project – $193,781.49
- Resolution approving Change Order #4 for Caliber Concrete LLC – NW 138th St HMA Overlay – $4,500.00
- Approve Pay Request #8 for Concrete Technologies, Inc. – Alice's Road Phase 1A Reconstruction – $935,972.96
- Resolution setting public hearing (12/11/2025) on Little Walnut Creek West of Alice's Road large woody vegetation management
The Clive City Council approved a range of consent items, including a retail alcohol license renewal, several change orders, pay requests, and purchases for city projects. It also adopted resolutions to acquire 4120 Alices Road, vacate part of Greenbelt Park, and approve the FY2025 audit report and a furniture purchase for City Hall Phase 2. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewal for Crown Liquors (unanimous)
- Approved Contract Amendment with DCI Group for Greenbelt Landing Project – $193,781.49 (unanimous)
- Approved Acquisition of 4120 Alices Road for reconstruction project (unanimous)
- Approved Vacating a Portion of Greenbelt Park (unanimous)
- Approved Purchase of Bobcat T76 Compact Track Loader – $53,604.44 (unanimous)
- Approved FY2025 Annual Financial Audit Report (unanimous)
- Approved Furniture Acquisition for City Hall Renovation Phase 2 – $191,124.90 (unanimous)
- Approved Public Improvements Agreement for 11140 Hickman Road (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss the vacation of parkland on NW 181st Street and a zoning ordinance amendment regarding boarding and lodging houses. The agenda also includes a site plan for a Fortress Bank branch on Hickman Road and a discussion on landscape ordinance updates.
- Parkland Vacation - NW 181st Street
- Fortress Bank — 11140 Hickman Road (Site Plan and Preliminary Plat)
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Boarding and Lodging Houses
- Landscape Ordinance Updates - Discussion
- Right-of-way Vacation for Fortress Bank
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on the General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds Series 2025B and consider a resolution to award the bonds, approve the loan agreement, and authorize tax levies to fund them. They will also act on several consent items, including retail alcohol license approvals, multiple pay requests for infrastructure projects, and various contract and grant resolutions.
- Public hearing and resolution to award General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds Series 2025B
- Approve Retail Alcohol Sales License – Franka Pizzeria – 12695 University Avenue, #100
- Approve Pay Request #4 – Boulder Contracting, LLC – NW 114th Street Bridge Repair – $91,828.71
- Approve Pay Request #4 – Iowa Signal, Inc. – Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway Traffic Signalization – $1,127.63
- Resolution approving contract for Citywide Curb and Gutter Repair Project – The Concrete Company – $22,425.00
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Clive Board of Adjustment will meet on October 21, 2025 to approve the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The board will also consider Case BOA25-000002, a staff report concerning 2555 Berkshire Parkway titled "Shaw Spine and Sport." No other agenda items are listed.
- Approve meeting minutes from 09/16/2025
- Review staff report for Case BOA25-000002 – 2555 Berkshire Parkway (Shaw Spine and Sport)
The Board of Adjustment approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. It then denied the variance request for signage at 2555 Berkshire Parkway, also by a unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:54 p.m.
- Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Denied variance for 2555 Berkshire Parkway signage (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:54 p.m.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a development agreement with Dehner Distillery, LLC. The body is also reviewing the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan and various ordinances regarding rental housing and commercial entertainment. Multiple pay requests for city infrastructure and remodel projects are listed for approval.
- Public hearing for development agreement with Dehner Distillery, LLC
- Purchase of police patrol cars from Stiver's Ford for $96,800.00
- Aquatic Center asphalt shingle roofing from Wolf Construction Services for $69,690.00
- Proposed Ordinance 1172 regarding Rental Housing Code
- Public hearing set for 11/13/2025 regarding Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Boarding and Lodging Houses
The council approved a development agreement with Dehner Distillery, authorizing annual tax increment payments. It also approved membership in the Greater Dallas County Development Alliance, the Walnut Creek Watershed 5‑Year Implementation Plan, and the city’s 2025‑2030 Strategic Plan. Several ordinances were enacted, including changes to the building code, zoning for commercial entertainment, and new rules for liquor, tobacco, and public hearings.
- Approved Development Agreement with Dehner Distillery (Resolution 2025-298) (5-0)
- Approved membership in Greater Dallas County Development Alliance (Resolution 2025-299) (5-0)
- Approved Walnut Creek Watershed 5‑Year Implementation Plan (Resolution 2025-300) (5-0)
- Approved Clive 2025‑2030 Strategic Plan (Resolution 2025-301) (5-0)
- Set public hearing for Urban Renewal Bond sale (Resolution 2025-302) (5-0)
- Enacted Ordinance 1166 – Zoning amendment for commercial entertainment (3rd consideration) (5-0)
- Enacted Ordinance 1171 – Tax division for Urban Renewal Area (3rd consideration) (5-0)
- Enacted Ordinance 1167 – Liquor licenses and beer/wine permits (3rd consideration) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on a $5.91 million urban renewal loan and amendments to the rental housing code. The body will also review several construction pay requests and liquor license renewals.
- Public hearing for a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement of $5,910,000
- Public hearing to amend Title 10 Building Regulations regarding the Rental Housing Code
- Construction contract award to Elite Glass & Metal for $135,370.00 for City Hall Phase 2 Remodel
- Pay request to Howrey Construction, Inc. for $258,944.49 for Little Walnut Creek Trail Reconstruction
- Retail alcohol license renewals for Cooper's Hawk, Cracker Barrel, and West Des Moines Elks Lodge
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Clive Board of Adjustment will meet on September 16, 2025 to conduct routine business. Items include introducing a new board member, electing officers, approving the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes, a board training session, and a staff report. No substantive policy decisions are on the agenda.
- Introduction of new board member
- Election of officers
- Approval of meeting minutes from 07/15/2025
- Board training session
- Staff report
The Board of Adjustment unanimously reelects Robert Forte as Chairman and Rosie Fitzgerald as Vice-Chairman. It also unanimously approves the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. No further business was taken before adjournment.
- Reelected Robert Forte as Chairman (unanimous)
- Reelected Rosie Fitzgerald as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a work session focused on a strategic planning workshop. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- City Council Strategic Planning Workshop
The Clive City Council met on September 13, 2025 at City Hall. Mayor Edwards presided and council members reviewed action plans from earlier work sessions, prioritized projects for the next 12 months, and discussed governance practices. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.
City Council
The Clive City Council will hold public hearings on adding land to the Urban Renewal Area and on related tax ordinance changes. They will also consider a zoning amendment for commercial entertainment uses and a liquor license application for Midnight Coffee. Several contract payments and purchases for park, road, and library projects are scheduled for approval.
- Resolution to add property to the Clive Urban Renewal Area and adopt related tax ordinance (Ordinance 1171)
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Commercial Entertainment Uses (Ordinance 1166)
- Approval of New Retail Alcohol Sales License for Midnight Coffee, 12695 University Avenue
- Resolution approving temporary street closing for block party on NW 162nd St. (Sept. 14)
- Approval of multiple pay requests for Linnan Park, Greenbelt Landing, and City Hall/Library projects totaling over $1 million
The Clive City Council approved its agenda and a slate of consent items, including a new retail alcohol license and several project payments. It closed multiple public hearings, approved plans, awarded a $60,616 contract to Stapes Concrete and Grading LLC, and adopted several ordinances, notably Ordinance 1165 on zoning variances and Ordinance 1167 on liquor licenses. The council also established an Urban Renewal Area through Resolution 2025-277 and renewed the sidewalk snow‑removal contract.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved New Retail Alcohol Sales License for Midnight Coffee, 12695 University Ave (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-269 Temporary Street Closing for block party on NW 162nd St (5-0)
- Approved award of $60,616 contract to Stapes Concrete and Grading LLC (5-0)
- Enacted Ordinance 1165 Zoning Ordinance Amendment Regarding Variances (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1167 Liquor Licenses and Beer/Wine Permits (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-277 establishing an Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-271 Sidewalk Snow Removal Contract Renewal (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 5 meeting and consider three action items: a site plan amendment for the Parks Maintenance Facility, a zoning ordinance amendment regarding commercial entertainment uses, and an urban renewal plan amendment.
- Approve minutes from August 5, 2025
- Site Plan Amendment for Parks Maintenance Facility at 1885 NW 123rd St
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Commercial Entertainment Uses
- Urban Renewal Plan Amendment
City Council
The council will consider a public hearing on Phase 2 of the Clive City Hall renovation, including a resolution to award prime construction contracts totaling $1,204,968. Additional items include approvals for several pay requests, retail alcohol license renewals, and resolutions on easements and grant agreements. The meeting also features reports from city departments and a presentation on greenbelt signage concepts.
- Approve $1,204,968 contract for prime construction packages – City Hall Renovation Phase 2
- Approve Pay Request $152,311.04 for Little Walnut Creek Trail Reconstruction east of Alice's Road
- Approve Pay Request $279,190.73 for 2025 Arterial PCC Pavement Rehabilitation project
- Approve retail alcohol license renewals for Maria's Mexican Food (15950 Hickman Rd) and Amruth Indian Grill (9974 Swanson Blvd)
- Public hearing on NW 86th Street Pavement Repair – award $82,086 contract to The Concrete Contracting Co.
The Clive City Council approved the meeting agenda and a series of consent items, including license renewals and pay requests. It then adopted several resolutions authorizing plans, contracts and easements for the City Hall Phase 2 renovation, a sewer easement grant to the WRA, and pavement repair on NW 86th Street. All actions were approved by a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved Resolution 2025-262 Plans & Specifications for City Hall Renovation Phase 2 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-263 Awarding Prime Construction Packages contract (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-264 Construction Manager as Agent contract with DCI Group (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-266 Grant of permanent sanitary sewer easements to WRA (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-267 Plans & Specifications for NW 86th Street Pavement Repair (4-0)
- Approved Pay Request #2 to Howrey Construction, Inc. for Little Walnut Creek Trail Reconstruction – $152,311.04 (4-0)
- Approved Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewal for Maria’s Mexican Food, 15950 Hickman Road (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-255 Federal‑aid agreement for Alice’s Road Reconstruction Phase 4 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning ordinance amendment regarding variances. The body is also reviewing numerous construction pay requests, alcohol license applications, and scheduling future public hearings on urban renewal and commercial entertainment.
- Public hearing for Proposed Ordinance No. 1165 regarding zoning variances
- Payment of $303,615.29 to Concrete Technologies, Inc. for Alice's Road Phase 1A Reconstruction
- Payment of $273,748.51 to Caliber Concrete LLC for 2025 NW 138th St HMA Overlay
- New retail alcohol license application for Midnight Coffee at 12695 University Avenue
- Public hearing scheduled for 9/11/2025 regarding an ordinance amendment for commercial entertainment uses
The Clive City Council unanimously approved the 2025‑2026 Urban Deer Management Program and a range of licensing, construction and service agreements. It also closed a public hearing on zoning variances and adopted Ordinance No. 1165 amending the zoning ordinance. Additional approvals included a suspension of Civil Service Commission practices and a mural contract for Jeremy Jarvis.
- Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
- Approved multiple temporary and new retail alcohol licenses (e.g., Willis Auto/Hy‑Vee, Midnight Coffee) (5‑0)
- Approved change orders and pay requests for city projects, including $9,100 amendment to Douglas Parkway signalization and $3,307 change order for Country Club Blvd pavement (5‑0)
- Approved professional service agreements and streetlight proposal for Alice’s Road reconstruction ($39,017 and $210,108) (5‑0)
- Approved suspension of Civil Service Commission practices (Resolution 2025‑250) (5‑0)
- Approved 2025‑2026 Urban Deer Management Program (5‑0)
- Closed public hearing on zoning variances and approved Ordinance No. 1165 zoning amendment (5‑0)
- Approved contract for Jeremy Jarvis mural project (Resolution 2025‑236) (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will open with a call to order and roll call, then hold a strategic planning workshop, and adjourn. No specific ordinances, contracts, rezoning actions, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
The Clive City Council met on August 13, 2025 for a strategic planning work session. Council members identified multiple major projects and instructed staff to prepare action plans to complete them within the next 12 months. No formal votes were recorded for these directives.
- Directed staff to prepare action plans for identified major projects (no vote)
City Council
The Clive City Council meeting on August 11, 2025 will open with a call to order, roll call, and pledge of allegiance. The agenda includes a City Council Strategic Planning Workshop. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
- City Council Strategic Planning Workshop
- Adjournment
The council met on August 11, 2025 at City Hall for a strategic planning work session. Mayor Edwards presided and council members Hocker, Judkins, Klein, McCoy, and Weaver were present, along with City Manager McQuillen, Assistant City Manager De Kock, and department directors. Lyle Sumek of Lyle Sumek Associates led a review of the past year’s work and discussion of upcoming strategic projects. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting. It will consider the final plat for Emerald Isle Townhomes Plat 1. The body will also review an amendment to the zoning ordinance concerning variances.
- Approve meeting minutes from 07/01/2025
- Final Plat – Emerald Isle Townhomes Plat 1
- Amendment to Zoning Ordinance – Variances
General
The Clive City Council will consider a range of routine reports and approvals, including the adoption of an amended fee schedule and several retail alcohol license renewals. It will also vote on temporary street closures for upcoming block parties and a third reading of a zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units. Additionally, the council will decide on a resolution to approve a crisis intervention contract with the Iowa Primary Care Association.
- Adopt the amended 2025 City of Clive fee schedule
- Renew retail alcohol licenses for six establishments, e.g., The Rookie Sport Bar & Grill (2180 NW 156th St.)
- Approve Pay Request #1 to Howrey Construction, Inc. for Little Walnut Creek Trail reconstruction – $220,506.03
- Approve temporary street closings for block parties on NW 155th Ct., Rosewood Dr., and 129th St.
- Third consideration of Ordinance 1164 – zoning amendment regarding accessory dwelling units
The Clive City Council enacted Ordinance 1164, amending the zoning code to allow accessory dwelling units. It also approved a crisis‑intervention contract with Iowa Primary Care Association and three temporary street‑closing resolutions for upcoming block parties. Several pay requests for construction projects and new hourly rates for city staff were authorized. All motions passed unanimously.
- Adopted Ordinance 1164 (Accessory Dwelling Units) – unanimous approval
- Approved Resolution 2025-226 Crisis Intervention Contract with Iowa Primary Care Association – unanimous approval
- Approved temporary street closing for block party on NW 155th Ct., Aug 16, 2025 – unanimous approval
- Approved temporary street closing for block party on Rosewood Dr., July 26, 2025 – unanimous approval
- Approved temporary street closing for block party on 129th St., Aug 1, 2025 – unanimous approval
- Approved Pay Request #1 to Howrey Construction, Inc. for Little Walnut Creek Trail Reconstruction – $220,506.03 – unanimous approval
- Approved Pay Rate $27.78/hr for PW Operations Specialists (Joseph Pardekooper, Ryan Jacobson, Zackariah Lewis) effective Aug 4, 2025 – unanimous approval
- Approved Pay Rate $23.22/hr for PT Firefighter‑Paramedic Tyler Pedersen effective July 28, 2025 – unanimous approval
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss legislative updates and review three specific cases. The body will determine outcomes for requests at Apiary Schools, Salvation Army Church, and Calvary Chapel Living Hope.
- Case #SU25-000001: 1500 NW 118th St- Apiary Schools
- Case #SU25-000002: 1400 NW 100th Street - Salvation Army Church
- Case#BOA25-000001: 9051 Swanson Blvd - Calvary Chapel Living Hope
- 2025 Legislative Updates
The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting. It then granted a special use permit for the Salvation Army Church at 1400 NW 100th St, allowing up to 3,200 square feet for religious use. Finally, the board unanimously approved a parking variance for Calvary Chapel Living Hope at 9051 Swanson Blvd, based on an off‑site parking agreement.
- Approved Jan 21 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Granted Special Use Permit for 1400 NW 100th St Salvation Army Church (unanimous)
- Granted parking variance for 9051 Swanson Blvd Calvary Chapel Living Hope (unanimous)
City Council
The Clive City Council will hold a second consideration of Ordinance No. 1164, a zoning amendment concerning accessory dwelling units. The council will also set a public hearing date for the City Hall‑Library Remodel Phase 2 and approve several pay requests and license renewals. Additional resolutions will address change orders, professional services agreements, and nuisance abatement.
- 2nd Consideration of Proposed Ordinance No. 1164 – Zoning Ordinance Amendment Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Resolution setting public hearing for City Hall‑Library Remodel Phase 2 (8‑28‑25 at 6:00 PM)
- Approve Pay Request #1 – Absolute Group – Forest Ave Water Main Replacement Project – $124,142.54
- Approve Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewal Application – Down Under Bar & Grill – 8350 Hickman Road
- Resolution Approving Change Order #2 – Concrete Technologies, Inc. – Alice's Road Phase 1A Reconstruction Project – $49,480.00
The Clive City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and a slate of consent items. The items included renewals for three retail alcohol sales licenses, two change orders for city construction projects, and several pay requests for ongoing infrastructure work. All five council members voted aye with no nays.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved retail alcohol license renewals for Flying Moose, Bella Love Event Venue, and Courtyard By Marriott (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #2 – Concrete Technologies, Inc., Alice’s Road Phase 1A Reconstruction – $ 49, 480. 00 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #3 – Air‑Con Electrical, LLC, Greenbelt Landing – $ 37,276. 85 (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #1 – Absolute Group, Forest Ave Water Main Replacement – $ 124, 142. 54 (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #4 – Mid‑American Glazing, City Hall‑Library Remodel Phase 1 – $ 43, 418. 80 (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #10 (Final) – Mainline Construction Group, NW 99th Court Reconstruction – $ 33, 058. 56 (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #14 – Alliance Construction Group, NW 114th Street Reconstruction – $ 28, 738. 03 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will first approve the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a staff presentation on the Dehner Distillery project at 1480 NW 86th St, including the site plan and final plat. No other agenda items are listed.
- Approve minutes from the 06/03/2025 meeting
- Review Dehner Distillery site plan (1480 NW 86th St)
- Review Dehner Distillery final plat (1480 NW 86th St)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning ordinance amendment for accessory dwelling units. Members will also consider a fireworks ordinance update and discuss the city's future water purchase capacity needs.
- Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Property and Liability Insurance renewal with ICAP for $501,796.00
- Change order for NW 114th Street Bridge Repair Project: $12,000.00
- Change order for Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway Traffic Signalization: $22,732.90
- Purchase of staff computer replacements from Dell Technologies: $44,589.44
The Clive City Council approved Ordinance 1163, updating fireworks regulations, and Ordinance 1164, allowing accessory dwelling units, both with unanimous votes. The council also renewed the city’s property and liability insurance with ICAP for $501,796.00 and approved several temporary street‑closing resolutions for July block parties. Additional approvals included change orders for bridge repair and traffic signal projects, a Dell computer purchase, and a $5,000 contract award for Project 7 design.
- Approved Ordinance 1163 (fireworks regulation) (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1164 (ADU zoning amendment) (5-0)
- Approved insurance renewal with ICAP for $501,796.00 (5-0)
- Approved temporary street‑closing resolutions for block parties July 3‑12, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #1 – Boulder Contracting, $12,000.00 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #1 – Iowa Signal, $22,732.90 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of Dell computers for $44,589.44 (5-0)
- Approved contract award for Project 7 Design for $5,000.00 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review a proposed ordinance to align consumer fireworks laws with state changes and a new employment agreement for the City Manager. The body will also discuss the Walnut Creek Watershed Draft 5-Year Implementation Plan.
- Proposed Ordinance 1163 amending consumer fireworks regulations
- City Manager Employment Agreement for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028
- Pay request for Absolute Group regarding Greenbelt Landing Construction Project: $348,964.38
- Pay request for Alliance Construction Group for NW 114th Street Reconstruction: $323,324.92
- Support for SS4A Grant applications for NW 86th Street Improvements and University Avenue Safety Audit
The Clive City Council approved the meeting agenda and a series of consent items, including multiple pay requests and project resolutions. It also approved support for two Safe Streets and Roads for All grant applications, amended the city fireworks ordinance, and adopted a three‑year employment agreement for the City Manager. Finally, the council created an Objection Committee to review a petition for a special election.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #2 – Boulder Contracting, LLC – NW 114th Street Bridge Repair – $46,344.42 (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #3 – Concrete Technologies, Inc. – Alice's Road Phase 1A Reconstruction – $265,693.71 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-162 – Change Order #3 – Keystone Construction Services – Greenbelt Landing – $32,774.98 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-183 – Support for MPO Safe Streets Grant – NW 86th Street Improvements (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-184 – Support for MPO Safe Streets Grant – University Avenue Safety Audit (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1163 – Amend fireworks provisions to match recent state law (5-0)
- Approved City Manager Employment Agreement (July 1 2025 – June 30 2028) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Linnan Park project and consider several related construction and professional service contracts. The body will also vote to appoint a member to fill a City Council vacancy.
- Linnan Park Project: Proposed contracts including Hansen Construction ($717,571.00) and Play-Pro Recreation ($581,527.00)
- City Hall/Library Remodel Project Phase 1: Pay requests for Keystone Construction ($190,342.92) and DeVries Electric ($183,068.80)
- Fire-EMS Collaborations: Proposed 28E agreements with the City of Urbandale for closest unit response and apparatus maintenance
- Ordinance Amendment: Setting a public hearing for June 26, 2025, regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Alice’s Road Reconstruction: Pay request for Snyder & Associates ($155,434.35)
The council approved the purchase and installation of a playground for Linnan Park at a cost of $581,527. It also approved several contracts and agreements related to the Linnan Park project, including a $185,100 amendment with Smithgroup and a $717,571 professional services agreement with Hansen Construction. Additionally, the council approved fire‑EMS collaboration agreements with the City of Urbandale, including a fire apparatus exchange and a 28E mutual aid agreement.
- Approved purchase and installation of Linnan Park playground – $581,527 (motion carried)
- Approved amendment to Smithgroup agreement for Linnan Park – $185,100 (motion carried)
- Approved professional services agreement with Hansen Construction – $717,571 (motion carried)
- Approved fire apparatus exchange agreement with Urbandale (motion carried)
- Approved 28E agreement for closest unit response with Urbandale (motion carried)
- Approved temporary street closing for block party on Devonshire Parkway (Resolution 2025-144) (motion carried)
- Approved change order #6 for Alliance Construction Group – $4,044.32 (Resolution 2025-145) (motion carried)
- Approved new retail alcohol license for Chipotle Mexican Grill – 10001 University Avenue (motion carried)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Clive Planning & Zoning Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. It will consider the final plat for the Silverstar Addition Plat 1. The commission will also review a site‑plan amendment submitted by Weissenburger Investment and Financial Planning for the property at 16400 Sheridan Ave.
- Approve minutes from 04/01/2025 meeting
- Final Plat – Silverstar Addition Plat 1
- Site Plan Amendment – Weissenburger Investment and Financial Planning, 16400 Sheridan Ave
City Council
The City Council will interview six candidates to fill a vacant council seat. The body is also considering utility rate adjustments for FY26 and holding a public hearing for the Linnan Park Project.
- 3rd consideration of proposed ordinances for Water, Sewer, and Stormwater rates (FY26)
- Public hearing for Linnan Park Project regarding plans, specifications, and bids
- Pay request for Alice's Road Phase 1A Reconstruction Project: $254,218.10
- Pay request for Country Club Boulevard HMA Pavement Rehabilitation Project: $173,869.00
- New retail alcohol sales license for Love's Travel Stop #411 at 11820 Hickman Road
The City Council unanimously adopted Ordinances No. 1159, 1160 and 1161 to adjust water, sewer and stormwater rates. It also approved a revised solid waste rate resolution. In addition, the council closed the Linnan Park public hearing, approved its plans and specifications, set a hearing date, and received the bids.
- Approved Ordinance No. 1159 (water rates) – vote 4-0
- Approved Ordinance No. 1160 (sewer rates) – vote 4-0
- Approved Ordinance No. 1161 (stormwater rates) – vote 4-0
- Approved Revised Solid Waste Rates (Resolution 2025-143) – vote 3-0-1
- Closed Linnan Park public hearing – vote 4-0
- Approved Linnan Park plans and specifications (Resolution 2025-141) – vote 4-0
- Received Linnan Park bids – vote 4-0
- Set Linnan Park public hearing date (Resolution 2025-142) – vote 4-0
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Clive City Council will consider a resolution to issue General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025A, and levy taxes to fund them. It will also vote on several change orders, pay requests, and a contract award for the Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway traffic signalization project. Additional items include a public hearing on the traffic project, utility rate adjustments for FY26, and an updated flood response plan.
- Resolution approving Change Order #1 – Concrete Technologies, Inc. – Alice's Road Phase 1A Reconstruction – $59,444.00
- Resolution approving Change Order #5 – Alliance Construction Group – NW 114th Street Reconstruction – $12,005.40
- Resolution awarding contract to Iowa Signal, Inc. for Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway Traffic Signalization – $235,174.00
- Resolution authorizing Series 2025A General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds and related tax levy
- 2nd consideration of Proposed Ordinances No. 1159 (Water Rates), 1160 (Sewer Rates) and 1161 (Stormwater Rates) for FY26
The Clive City Council unanimously approved the agenda and a series of consent items, including several pay requests and easement amendments. It approved the Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway traffic signalization project, awarding the $235,174 contract to Iowa Signal, Inc., and granted an auxiliary use permit to Step Ahead Childcare. The council authorized the issuance of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025A, and the accompanying tax levy. It also adopted new water, sewer, and stormwater rate ordinances and approved an updated flood response and recovery plan.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved multiple pay requests and easement amendments (4-0)
- Approved Douglas Parkway traffic signalization contract with Iowa Signal, Inc. – $ 235, 174. 00 (4-0)
- Approved auxiliary use permit for Step Ahead Childcare and Preschool (4-0)
- Authorized Series 2025A bonds and tax levy (4-0)
- Approved water, sewer, and stormwater rate ordinances (4-0)
- Approved updated Clive Flood Response and Recovery Plan (4-0)
- Approved receipt of bids and plans for Douglas Parkway project (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2025-26 budget and the NW 114th Street Bridge Repair Project. Members will consider utility rate adjustments for water, sewer, and stormwater, and review several construction pay requests.
- Public hearing and resolution for the FY 2025-26 Budget
- Proposed ordinances for water, sewer, and stormwater rate adjustments
- Public hearing and contract award for NW 114th Street Bridge Repair Project
- Purchase agreement for 7865 Drake Street for $271,000.00
- Pay request for Greenbelt Landing Construction Project to On Track Construction, LLC for $274,502.50
The Clive City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and a series of consent items, including retail alcohol license renewals, several pay requests, and multiple resolutions. Council members also closed the public hearing for the NW 114th Street Bridge Repair Project, approved its plans, received bids, and awarded the contract. Finally, the council approved the FY 2025‑26 city budget. All motions carried with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewal for Down Under Bar & Grill – 8350 Hickman Road (5-0)
- Approved Pay Request #1 to Caliber Concrete LLC for HMA Overlay Project – $47,222.74 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-104 Purchase Agreement – 7865 Drake Street – $271,000.00 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-108 Agreement to Complete Site Improvements for Lot 5 of Berkshire Commons Office Park (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-111 Wage and Salary Levels (5-0)
- Approved FY 2025‑26 Budget (Resolution 2025-115) (5-0)
- Approved NW 114th Street Bridge Repair Project contract (Resolution 2025-114) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget public meeting. The primary focus of the session is the proposed property tax levy.
- Proposed property tax levy public meeting
The council reviewed the proposed property tax levy budget public meeting. Council member Eric Klein moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Ted Weaver. All three members present voted aye and the motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Closed budget public hearing (3-0)
City Council
The Clive City Council will consider approving two loan agreements totaling $5.65 million and setting a public hearing for the FY 2025-26 budget. The meeting also includes approval of pay requests for infrastructure projects and the renewal of a collective bargaining agreement with the Professional Firefighters Union.
- Approve Pay Request #15 - Alice's Road Reconstruction Design - $158,087.00
- Approve Pay Request #14 - City Hall/Library Remodel Phase 1 - $22,671.11
- Approve Pay Request #13 - 2025 Bridge Repair Maintenance Program - $6,713.25
- Resolution Approving Collective Bargaining Agreement - Clive Professional Firefighters Local Union 5055
- Resolution Setting Public Hearing (04/10/2025) for FY 2025-26 Budget
The Clive City Council approved the meeting agenda and a series of consent items covering monthly department reports and several financial requests. Among the approvals were a professional services agreement with Atlantic Bottling to operate concessions at the Clive Aquatic Center and Campbell Park, an agreement with I‑80 Concrete for sidewalk repairs, and the scheduling of a public hearing for the Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway traffic signalization project. The council also approved artist contracts for the Art Along the Trail program and amended several easements for storm water and sewer infrastructure.
- Approved agenda (3-0)
- Approved Pay Request #2 – Bridge Repair Maintenance Program – $6,713.25 (3-0)
- Approved Pay Request #3 – City Hall/Library Remodel Phase 1 – $22,671.11 (3-0)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Atlantic Bottling for Aquatic Center and Campbell Park concessions (3-0)
- Approved agreement with I‑80 Concrete for sidewalk repairs under the 2025 Sidewalk Repair Program (3-0)
- Set public hearing (4/24/2025, 6:00 pm) for Douglas Parkway and Berkshire Parkway traffic signalization project (3-0)
- Approved artist contracts for the 2025 Art Along the Trail program (3-0)
- Approved amended 28E agreement for the Suburban Emergency Response Team (SERT) (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to award contracts for the Little Walnut Creek Trail and residential pavement rehabilitation. The body will also discuss a proposed ordinance to extend the City Manager's maximum appointment term.
- Contract award for Little Walnut Creek Trail Reconstruction to Howrey Construction, Inc. for $807,787.50
- Contract award for 2025 Residential PCC Pavement Rehabilitation to The Concrete Contracting Co. for $634,965.00
- Proposed Ordinance 1158 to extend City Manager's maximum appointment term from two to three years
- Collective Bargaining Agreement for International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local Union 238 (Police)
- Acceptance of resignation of Council member Srikant Mikkilineni
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Clive Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting, review the site plan for Linnan Park located at 8500 Alice Ave, and discuss residential parking requirements. These items are on the agenda for the regular meeting on March 4, 2025.
- Approve meeting minutes from 02/04/2025
- Presentation of Linnan Park site plan – 8500 Alice Ave
- Discussion of residential parking requirements
City Council
The Clive City Council will consider approving budget transfers, alcohol sales license renewals for local businesses, and pay requests for bridge maintenance and library remodeling. The meeting includes a public hearing on the Alice's Road reconstruction project and a budget workshop.
- Approve FY25 Budget Transfers
- Approve Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewals (Casey's, Hy-Vee, Fareway, Club Car, Clive Parks & Rec)
- Approve Pay Request #1 - 2025 Bridge Maintenance Program - $2,671.25
- Approve Pay Request #2 - City Hall & Library Phase 1 Remodel - $38,797.18
- Public Hearing - Alice's Road Reconstruction Project - Phase 1A
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Clive City Council will consider several resolutions, including approvals of pay requests, easements, and job descriptions. It will hold public hearings to approve plans, receive bids, and award contracts for multiple road and infrastructure projects. The largest contract discussed is a $4,294,120.31 award to Concrete Technologies, Inc. for the Alice's Road Reconstruction Phase 1A project.
- Award contract to Concrete Technologies, Inc. – $4,294,120.31 for Alice's Road Reconstruction Phase 1A
- Award contract to SKOL Trucking, LLC – $418,691.00 for 2025 Arterial PCC Pavement Rehabilitation Project
- Award contract to Caliber Concrete LLC – $770,789.72 for 2025 NW 138th Street HMA Overlay Project
- Approve capital equipment purchase of Chevrolet Utility Box Pickup – $66,626.40
- Approve Change Order #1-Final for Sanitary Sewer Lining Program – $1,546.99
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Clive City Council will consider approving a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024/25 and discuss off-street parking. The meeting includes approving pay requests for city projects and renewing alcohol sales licenses for local businesses.
- Approve FY 24/25 Budget Amendment #1
- Approve Retail Alcohol Sales License Renewal Application - Ducktail Lounge
- Approve Pay Request #1 - City Hall-Library Remodel Project Phase 1 - $28,661.01
- Approve Pay Request #3 - Greenbelt Landing Construction Project - $47,844.37
- Approve Pay Rate - Jett Jorgensen - Police Officer - $33.96/Hr
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from its December 5, 2024 and January 7, 2025 meetings. It will review and act on a final plat for McKeon's Place Plat 2. The commission will consider a site plan amendment for Soma Cosmetics located at 12107 Stratford Drive. A staff presentation will discuss off‑street parking and circulation.
- Approve Meeting Minutes 12/05/2024
- Approve Meeting Minutes 01/07/2025
- Final Plat – McKeon's Place Plat 2
- Site Plan Amendment – Soma Cosmetics – 12107 Stratford Drive
- Off‑Street Parking and Circulation Discussion (presentation)
City Council
The Clive City Council will review a Surface Transportation Block Grant Application requesting $2,500,000 for Phase 4 of the Alice's Road Reconstruction. The meeting also includes approvals of several construction change orders, pay requests, and new permits, as well as third‑time consideration of two proposed ordinances. Additional resolutions set dates for upcoming public hearings on budget amendments and infrastructure projects.
- Approve Surface Transportation Block Grant Application for Alice's Road Reconstruction – Phase 4 – $2,500,000
- Approve Change Order #3 for Iowa Earth Works – Little Walnut Creek Stream Stabilization – $29,700.00
- Approve Change Order #4 for Alliance Construction Group – NW 114th Street Reconstruction – $4,452.00
- Approve New Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Permit for Maitham Sport, 9944 Swanson Blvd.
- Third consideration of Proposed Ordinance No. 1156 – Zoning amendment for permitted uses in commercial districts
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Clive Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss off-street parking requirements. The meeting will be held in-person at the Public Safety Facility Training Room and virtually via Zoom.
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Discussion of off-street parking requirements
- Meeting held at 8800 Hickman Road