Coralville public meetings in 2024

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing on amending the Land Use Map for 17.03 acres near Jones Boulevard and Merchant Street from Medium to Low Density Residential, enabling 89 single-family units. The Council will also consider a development agreement with Gather Iowa that rebates up to $16 million in incremental property taxes for a project at the southwest corner of Highway 6 and 1st Avenue. Other items include accepting a land donation for trail expansion, awarding a contract for 5th Avenue north end improvements, and approving consent agenda payments.

• Public hearing on rezoning 17.03 acres at Jones Boulevard and Merchant Street from Medium to Low Density Residential for 89 dwelling units
• Consider development agreement with Gather Iowa for up to $16 million property tax rebate at Highway 6 and 1st Avenue
• Resolution to accept donation of 0.28 acres from Altmaier Family for single-track trail expansion
• Resolution to award contract for 5th Avenue North End Improvements (hammerhead turnaround and drainage)
• Resolution to order bids for Well 16 improvements (new Silurian well south of Oakdale Boulevard)

The Coralville City Council approved a development agreement with Gather Iowa for a mixed-use project at the southwest corner of Highway 6 and 1st Avenue, including retail, residential, and a hotel. The council also approved a land use change for a residential development, accepted a land donation for open space, and awarded contracts for street improvements.

• Approved Resolution 2024-173 approving the Gather Iowa development agreement (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-1001 changing land use designation for Lot 1 and Outlot A, Veritas First Addition to Low Density Residential (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-174 accepting donation of .28 acres from Altmaier Family for open space (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-175 amending lease with Martin Equipment for John Deere Compact Track Loader (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-176 awarding contract for 5th Avenue North End Improvements to J & L Construction for $78,933.75 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-177 approving contract and bond for 5th Avenue North End Improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-178 ordering bids for Well 16 Improvements (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items a-q including alcohol licenses, payments, and bill list (4-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session to discuss the January Planning and Zoning submittals, including an amended PUD for Gather Iowa, and ongoing budget work for FY2026. The meeting also included updates on a BRIC grant, road openings, and a local option sales tax discussion. No votes were taken; all items were informational.

• Amended PUD for Gather Iowa: 6-story residential building, two 1-story retail buildings, 5-story hotel, 3-story multi-family building
• 2026 Budget: Water Department draft budget due in January; General Fund work session planned for early January
• BRIC grant Phase 2 under review; environmental and historic preservation review ongoing
• Oakdale Boulevard extension to Crossing Ridge Drive opening by end of week
• Local option sales tax discussed with other jurisdictions

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review draft budgets for FY26 for Brown Deer Golf Course and parks, receive an update on the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan, hear a city council report from Council Member Vogelzang, and conduct routine business including approval of minutes and citizen comments.

• Review of FY26 budget drafts for Brown Deer and Parks
• Update on Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan
• City Council report from Council Member Vogelzang
• Director's report

The commission reviewed budget drafts for Brown Deer Golf Club, Parks, Forestry, and Building Maintenance for FY26, with no formal votes on the budgets. They approved the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes as amended. Updates were provided on the recreation center and indoor pool master plan, including a timeline for a City Council decision in late spring 2025.

• Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
• Reviewed FY26 budget drafts for Brown Deer Golf Club, Parks, Forestry, and Building Maintenance (no vote)
• Discussed $1 increase for golf cart rentals to cover new GPS and cart fleet expenses (proposed)
• Noted $20K transfer-in from Oakdale Research Park TIF fund for parks projects (reported)
• Noted $5K reserve for Veterans memorial (reported)
• Heard update on rec center master plan; City Council decision expected late spring 2025 (reported)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Mall and Highway 6 area. The council is also discussing water well improvements and a lease extension for Marquee Pizzeria.

• Proposed Amendment No. 18 to the Urban Renewal Plan to allow up to $16 million in incremental tax rebates for the Gather Iowa project
• Proposed public hearing for Well 16 Improvements (new drinking water well south of Oakdale Boulevard and east of Timber Lane)
• Engineering Services Agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for Wells 9 and 10 standby generator improvements, not to exceed $20,000.00
• Third Amendment to Lease Agreement with RTJ Restaurants, LLC (d/b/a Marquee Pizzeria) extending the term to April 30, 2027
• Payment of $365,023.59 to Peterson Contractors, Inc. for Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank Construction

The Coralville City Council approved Amendment No. 18 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Mall and Highway 6 Urban Renewal Area, adding the area around the Walgreens at 1st Avenue and 2nd Street. The council also approved resolutions for Well 16 improvements, an engineering agreement for Wells 9 and 10 standby generators, and a lease amendment with RTJ Restaurants. The consent calendar, including payments and licenses, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2024-169, Urban Renewal Plan Amendment No. 18 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-170, setting public hearing for Well 16 Improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-171, engineering services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for Wells 9 and 10 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-172, lease amendment with RTJ Restaurants (Marquee Pizzeria) (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items a-s, including payments and licenses (5-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session on December 10, 2024. They received a legislative preview from lobbyists and discussed preliminary FY2026 enterprise budgets, including proposed increases to yard waste bag fees and stickers. No final decisions were made; the council was asked to review and provide questions later.

• Lobbyist preview of upcoming state legislative session (Republican supermajority, property tax, stormwater, short-term rentals)
• Proposed increase: yard waste single use bag fee from $1 to $1.50
• Proposed increase: annual yard waste sticker from $25 to $40
• Proposed charge for dumpster collection to departments ($25,900 annually)
• Streets/Road Use Tax Fund budget balanced with per capita estimate $140.50

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a strategic planning work session with Maureen Sullivan. The board will also review November bills and receive reports from the library director and affiliated organizations.

• Strategic Planning work session with Maureen Sullivan
• Approval of November bills
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees met on December 5, 2024, and unanimously approved the agenda, minutes from the November meeting, and the November bills. The board also participated in a strategic planning work session via Zoom with Maureen Sullivan. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine approvals and reports.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November bills, including Envisionware payment (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coralville Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Coralville West, LLC to amend the Land Use Map from Medium Density Residential to Low Density Residential for Lot 1 & Outlot 'A' of Veritas First Addition. Following the hearing, the commission will consider recommending approval of the amendment to the City Council.

• Public hearing on Land Use Map amendment for Lot 1 & Outlot 'A' of Veritas First Addition
• Consideration of recommending approval of the land use change from Medium Density to Low Density Residential
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 6, 2024

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will meet to discuss season proposals from the City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre. The commission will also receive reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and the CCPA.

• City Circle Theatre Company Season Proposal
• Young Footliters Youth Theatre Season Proposal for 2026 slots

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a goal-setting session to review and determine priorities for programs, policies, initiatives, capital projects, and equipment purchases for the next two years. This is a planning discussion with no votes or specific proposals on the agenda.

• Review and set priorities for next two years (2025-2026)

City Council Meetings

The council will hold public hearings on an environmental document for Well 16 improvements, plans for 5th Avenue North End improvements (hammerhead turnaround and drainage), and the Ridgeview Part Two development (16.62 acres, 27 lots, 9.75-acre greenbelt dedication). They will also consider a rezoning for a dental building at Merchant and Jones, a transit safety plan, street finance report, TIF loans ($90,000 and $180,000), and a mental health liaison MOU. The consent calendar includes numerous payments and license approvals.

• Public hearing on Well 16 Improvements Environmental Information Document for state revolving funds
• Public hearing on 5th Avenue North End Improvements (hammerhead turnaround, drainage) with bids due Dec 10
• Public hearing and approval of Ridgeview Part Two PUD-B Site Plan and Final Plat (16.62 acres, 27 lots, 9.75-acre greenbelt dedication)
• Third and final reading of ordinance rezoning Coralville West Part Four, Lot 1 from C-2 to C PUD-2 for a 4,300 sq ft dental building
• Resolutions for TIF loans: $90,000 from Oakdale Urban Renewal Area and $180,000 from 12th Avenue Urban Renewal Area

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed Land Use Map Amendment for a residential subdivision at Merchant Street and Jones Boulevard, and reviewed the draft FY26 Capital Improvement Plan totaling $173 million. The council also received quarterly financial reports and a presentation from the Parking and Transportation Department on ridership, rolling stock, and new transit options. The meeting concluded with an update on the upcoming Council Goal Setting session.

• Land Use Map Amendment from Medium to Low Density for subdivision at Merchant Street and Jones Boulevard (5.62 dwelling units per acre)
• Draft FY26 Capital Improvement Plan: $173 million total projects, $58 million costs by others, $20 million beyond 2030
• State Revolving Fund low-interest loans at 2.75% for projects
• Parking and Transportation Department reported increased ridership but not fully recovered, and paratransit growth
• Discussion of passenger rail, bus rapid transit, and Pop Up Metro impacts on Coralville Transit routes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) list for FY26 and discuss draft improvements for S.T. Morrison Park and Youth Sports. The agenda also includes an Eagle Scout project presentation and standard items like minutes approval and reports. No final decisions are indicated; items are under review.

• Review of proposed CIP list for FY26
• Review draft of improvements for S.T. Morrison Park and Youth Sports
• Eagle Scout Project Presentation – Harper Chase
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024
• City Council Report – Council Member Vogelzang

City Council Meetings

The council will hold public hearings on a vicious animal ruling, 5th Avenue improvements, a golf cart GPS system lease, and a skid steer lease. They will consider second reading of a zoning change for a 4,300 sq ft dental building on Merchant Street and an ordinance adding a property to the Mall and Highway 6 Urban Renewal Area. Also on the agenda are a sponsorship agreement amendment for the Coral Ridge Mall Welcome Center and a traffic safety grant, plus a consent calendar with numerous payments.

• Rezoning of Coralville West Part Four, Lot 1 from C-2 to C PUD-2 for a dental building on northwest corner of Merchant Street and Jones Boulevard
• Public hearing and resolution for 5th Avenue North End Improvements including a hammerhead turnaround and drainage
• Ordinance adding Lot 1, Altmaier Acres Subdivision to the Mall and Highway 6 Urban Renewal Area for incremental property tax capture
• Amendment to Sponsorship Agreement with Iowa Children's Museum for $60,000 to operate Welcome Center at Coral Ridge Mall through January 2026
• Agreement with Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau for $15,900 grant for overtime traffic enforcement and equipment

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council discussed three proposed concepts for a new or renovated recreation center with indoor pool, costing between $50-56 million. They also considered $3 million in improvements to S.T. Morrison Park and a $1.8 million baseball field relocation to Youth Sports Park. City Administrator provided updates on the Bus Rapid Transit study and upcoming capital improvements plan review.

• Council discusses new 109,700 sq ft recreation center east of existing facility at $50-55 million
• Council discusses renovation and addition option creating 117,700 sq ft at $52-56 million
• Council supports $3 million in S.T. Morrison Park improvements including reshaped pond, boardwalks, playground
• Council supports $1.8 million baseball field relocation (375' and 250' diamonds) to Youth Sports Park funded by Oakdale Urban Renewal Area
• City Administrator reports Bus Rapid Transit study to be received Nov 13, transit impacts report set for Nov 26

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the FY24 Annual Report and select members for the FY26 Budget Committee. The meeting also includes a review of library policies and procedures.

• Approval of October bills
• Consideration of Annual Report for FY24
• Review of selected Library policies and procedures
• Appointment of FY26 Budget Committee members
• Staff report from Lead ELL Teacher Emily Kriegl

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a Planned Unit Development-B (PUD-B) Site Plan and Final Plat for Ridgeview, Part 2, as requested by Venture One, LLC. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Venture One, LLC's PUD-B Site Plan for Ridgeview, Part 2
• Consider recommending approval of the PUD-B Site Plan
• Consider recommending approval of the Final Plat for Ridgeview, Part 2

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from city departments and local theater organizations. The body will discuss the redevelopment of City Circle's mission, vision, and values, as well as the Footliters Imagination Studio.

• City Circle Mission, Vision, and Values redevelopment process
• Footliters Imagination Studio

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning a lot for a dental building and approving plans for the West Village Part One residential development. The body will also discuss urban renewal amendments and several infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed rezoning of Coralville West Part Four, Lot 1 for a 4,300 sq ft dental building
• PUD-B Site Plan and plat approval for West Village Part One (24 row houses, 22 single-family units)
• Amendment No. 17 to Urban Renewal Plan for tax rebates for former Iowa River Power Restaurant renovation
• Intermodal Parking Equipment Project contracts with Parking, Inc. (up to $93,852), A Tech Freeman ($9,536.64), and Gerard Electric ($5,979)
• Technical Services Proposal with East Central Iowa Council of Governments for goal setting not to exceed $6,000

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session to discuss strategic investment districts, review a site plan for Ridgeview Part 2 PUD B, and receive an annual report from the Streets and Solid Waste Department.

• Proposed strategic investment district encompassing Iowa River Landing, Gather Iowa, Coralville Central, and Iowa River Power
• Ridgeview Part 2 PUD B Site Plan involving 16 acres and 1.62 dwelling units per acre
• Streets Department report on signal timing at the 1st Avenue and Interstate 80 diverging diamond interchange
• Solid Waste report on single stream recycling starting June 2024
• Notice of an upcoming appeal hearing regarding a vicious dog ruling

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review plans for a pollinator walk at the North Ridge Park Extension. The meeting also includes a check presentation to Houses into Homes.

• Review of North Ridge Park Extension Pollinator Walk plan
• Check presentation to Houses into Homes as Upcycle Throwdown partner

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold second consideration of an ordinance updating the Mall and Highway 6 Urban Renewal Area property tax base to include Lot 1 of Royal Jas & Diva Subdivision and Lot 2 of Jacobs Clear Creek Third Subdivision. The council will also vote on third and final consideration of an ordinance prohibiting individuals from blocking sidewalks and streets. A public hearing will be set for an Environmental Information Document required for Well 16 improvements to receive state revolving funds.

• Second consideration of Ordinance 2024-1007 amending urban renewal tax increment base for two new subdivisions
• Third and final consideration of Ordinance 2024-1006 prohibiting individuals from blocking sidewalks and streets
• Resolution to set public hearing for Well 16 Improvements Environmental Information Document on November 12, 2024
• Consent agenda includes payments totaling over $350,000 for water system repairs, Hyatt Regency improvements, fire department vehicles, and other services
• Swearing-in of three police officers and two promotions (sergeant and lieutenant)

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and September bills. Items include a staff report from the Children's Services Librarian, a review of selected library policies, and updates from the Friends and Foundation. Public comments are accepted under other business.

• Approval of September bills
• Library staff report from Children's Services Librarian Erika Binegar
• Review of selected Library policies and procedures
• Reports from Friends of the Coralville Public Library and Coralville Public Library Foundation
• Director's Report

Civil Service Commission

The Coralville Civil Service Commission will consider certifying the Police Officer and Lieutenant hiring lists, discuss the already-certified Sergeant list, and approve updates to the city's civil service rules. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 2024.

• Consider certification of Police Officer Hiring List
• Consider certification of Lieutenant Hiring List
• Discuss the previously certified Sergeant list
• Approve updates to Coralville Civil Service Rules from Lynch and Dallas

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development requests. The body will consider recommendations for rezoning and site plans for PMG Investments, LLC and the Oakes Family Partnership.

• Rezoning request by PMG Investments, LLC for Coralville West Part 4, Lot 1 from C-2 to C-PUD-2
• PUD-B Site Plan request by PMG Investments, LLC
• PUD-B Site Plan request by Oakes Family Partnership for West Village, Part 1
• Preliminary Plat request by Oakes Family Partnership for West Village, Part 1
• Final Plat request by Oakes Family Partnership for West Village, Part 1

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving an amended PUD-A site plan and preliminary plat for the 114-acre Ridgeview Subdivision, reducing the number of dwelling units by five. The council will also consider a final plat for Forevergreen Heights Phase 3, an amendment to the Mall and Highway 6 Urban Renewal Plan to add a development agreement for rebuilding the former Iowa River Power Restaurant, and first consideration of an ordinance to update property tax capture boundaries. Additionally, the council will vote on a health insurance renewal with a 1.77% premium increase and a golf cart lease extension to replace carts with a rear axle flaw.

• Public hearing and vote on amended Ridgeview Subdivision PUD-A site plan and preliminary plat (reduction of 5 units, donation of 10-acre Outlot E)
• Consider final plat for Forevergreen Heights, Phase 3, Part 1 (lots along Craven Drive)
• Consider resolution for Amendment No. 17 to the Mall and Highway 6 Urban Renewal Plan (adds development agreement for former Iowa River Power Restaurant)
• First consideration of Ordinance 2024-1007 updating urban renewal property tax capture base values (Lot 1 Royal Jas & Diva Subdivision and Lot 2 Jacobs Clear Creek Third Subdivision)
• Second consideration of Ordinance 2024-1006 amending sidewalk blocking restrictions to include individuals and stored materials

Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board

The Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board will meet to introduce a new police chief, discuss training opportunities, and review a traffic stop study. The board will also consider approving minutes from June 24, 2024, and hear public comments.

• Introduction of new police chief
• Discussion of training opportunities
• Traffic stop study discussion
• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comments

The Coralville Citizens Community Policing Advisory Board met and approved its agenda and prior minutes. Chief Nicholson reported that unconscious bias training from the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is delayed until 2026, and that a traffic stop study may shift to a 5-10 year cycle due to insufficient data. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved June 24, 2024 minutes (all ayes)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will consider a motion to approve the City Administrator's appointment of Kyle Nicholson as the new police chief, replacing retired Police Chief Shane Kron. This is the main item on the special meeting agenda.

• Motion to approve appointment of Kyle Nicholson for Police Chief

The Coralville City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Kyle Nicholson as Police Chief, following the retirement of former Chief Shane Kron. Nicholson was sworn in during the meeting. The council also approved the meeting agenda and adjourned.

• Approved appointment of Kyle Nicholson as Police Chief (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Coralville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from the Joel T Enyart Revocable Trust to reduce front and rear yard setbacks for a single-family residence on Lot 143 in Pine Hill Estates 8th Addition. The proposed front yard setback is 29 feet instead of the required 35 feet, and the rear yard setback is 10 feet instead of the required 30 feet. The board will vote on whether to approve the variance after the hearing.

• Public hearing for variance from Chapter 165.22 to allow reduced front and rear setbacks for a single-family home at southwest intersection of 12th Avenue and Dempster Drive

Parks & Recreation Commission

This meeting is largely informational, featuring tours of the Community Gardens and the Parks Operations Facility, along with reports from the City Council and Parks Superintendent. No votes or decisions on specific projects or contracts are scheduled.

• Tour and information about Community Gardens
• Tour of Parks Operations Facility
• City Council report by Council Member Vogelzang
• Parks Superintendent report by Buhmeyer
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the July 15, 2024 meeting minutes and toured the community gardens and parks operations facility. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates and reports. Council Member Vogelzang reported on city actions including the approved West Village development and the Rec Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan.

• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:13pm (2-0)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold first consideration of an ordinance amending Chapter 40.10 to prohibit individuals, not just groups, from blocking sidewalks, streets, and buildings. The council will also decide on awarding a tree-clearing contract for Well 16, approving a lease extension for Heartlanders Hockey through June 2028, and assigning a parking license agreement to the new owner of Monica’s Restaurant. The consent calendar includes numerous alcohol license renewals and payments for equipment and services.

• Ordinance No. 2024-1006 first consideration: amends sidewalk-blocking rules to include individuals and stored materials
• Well 16 Tree Clearing Project: award contract to Triple B Construction for $5,795 (engineer’s estimate $15,000)
• Lease amendment with Heartlanders Hockey, LLC: extends term at 802 Quarry Road to June 30, 2028
• License Agreement for parking at 209 2nd Street assigned to new owner of Monica’s Restaurant
• Consent calendar includes $262,809.50 for North Ridge Park playground equipment and installation

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session to receive updates from the City Administrator. Discussions focused on infrastructure issues in Forevergreen Heights and the site plan for the Gather Iowa project.

• Proposed ordinance to hold builders accountable for infrastructure damage in Forevergreen Heights
• Drafting of a development agreement for the Gather Iowa project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development requests. The body will consider recommending approval for a final plat and an amended site plan and preliminary plat.

• Public hearing for Forevergreen Development, LLC regarding Final Plat for Forevergreen Heights, Phase 3, Part 1
• Public hearing for Venture One regarding Amended Planned Unit Development A Site Plan for Ridgeview Subdivision
• Public hearing for Venture One regarding Amended Preliminary Plat for Ridgeview Subdivision

The Coralville Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the final plat for Forevergreen Heights Phase 3, Part 1, a single-family residential development. It also unanimously recommended approval of an amended PUD-A site plan and amended preliminary plat for Ridgeview Subdivision, which includes a 10-acre land donation to the city and reduces the number of units by five.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 5, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Forevergreen Heights Phase 3, Part 1 final plat (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended PUD-A site plan for Ridgeview Subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended preliminary plat for Ridgeview Subdivision (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve August bills and set meeting dates for the remainder of the year. The agenda includes updates on the 2024 Summer Reading and ELL programs.

• Approval of August bills
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2024
• Update on ELL Program
• Reports from the Friends of the Coralville Public Library and the Library Foundation

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees met on September 4, 2024, and approved the agenda, the August minutes, and the August bills, all unanimously. They also decided by consensus to hold October, November, and December meetings on the first Thursday of each month. The board received reports on summer reading programs, ELL programs, and other updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August bills as presented (unanimous)
• Set October, November, December meetings for first Thursday of month (consensus)

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting with reports from the City Council, Parks and Recreation, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre. The main business is a presentation from Young Footliters on their 2024 summer programs. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Sharing from Young Footliters Summer Programs 2024 by Katie Colletta
• Reports from City Council liaison Hai Huynh and Parks and Recreation's Sherri Proud
• Updates from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings for the Well 16 Tree Clearing Project and a mower loan for Brown Deer Golf Course. The body will also consider funding agreements for Greater Iowa City, Inc. and the Convention and Visitors Bureau.

• Public hearing for Well 16 Tree Clearing Project to protect rusty-patched bumble bee habitat
• Proposed 36-month loan with Wells Fargo for a $50,000 mower for Brown Deer Golf Course ($1,550/month)
• Contract award for Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank final seeding and trees (estimate $450,000-$470,000)
• Proposed $80,000 FY2025 contribution to Greater Iowa City, Inc.
• Proposed $750,000 funding agreement with Iowa City/Coralville Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Coralville City Council approved a resolution accepting the low bid of $320,783.97 from Hardscape Solutions of Iowa for the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank – Final Seeding and Trees project, along with the contract and bond document. The council also adopted an ordinance amending taxicab regulations and approved funding agreements with Greater Iowa City, Inc. and the Iowa City/Coralville Convention and Visitors Bureau. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 2024-118 for Well 16 Tree Clearing Project plans and bid letting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-119 for 36-month mower lease with Wells Fargo for Brown Deer Golf Course (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-120 accepting low bid of $320,783.97 from Hardscape Solutions for Clear Creek mitigation bank seeding (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-121 for Clear Creek mitigation bank contract and bond (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1005 amending taxicab regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-122 funding agreement with Greater Iowa City, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-123 funding agreement with Iowa City/Coralville Convention and Visitors Bureau (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items a-v including payments and licenses (5-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session to review upcoming planning and zoning submittals and the Police Department's annual report. The City Administrator provided updates on the FY 2024 audit and new business activity at Iowa River Landing.

• Forevergreen Heights, Phase 3, Part 1, Final Plat for 200 single family detached housing units in the North Liberty Road/Craven Drive area
• Ridgeview Amended PUD 1, PUD A to increase single family units near the new East Ridge School
• Police Department annual report covering 33,618 calls for service and zero fatalities in 2023
• FY 2024 audit progress with expected completion by December
• Letter of Intent for a quick service restaurant in the Staybridge Suites space

City Council Meetings

The City Council is reviewing two master plan options for a Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Competition Center with estimated costs between $50 million and $56.2 million. The body will also hold a public hearing for the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank final seeding and trees project.

• Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank final seeding and trees: estimated $450,000 to $470,000
• Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Competition Center Master Plan: estimated $50 million to $56.2 million
• TSIP Grant Application for Heartland Drive & Commerce Drive intersection improvements: $500,000
• Brown Deer Golf Course mower loan: $50,000 purchase with $1,550 monthly payments
• Ordinance No. 2024-1005: reduces required licensed taxicabs and drivers from four to two

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council received updates on the North Ridge Park Playground progress and the police chief search. The playground's opening event, First Feet of Fun, is set for August 27 at 5:45 p.m. City Administrator Hayworth is expected to appoint the new police chief at the next council meeting on that same date.

• North Ridge Park Playground opening event 'First Feet of Fun' on August 27, 2024 at 5:45 p.m.
• Police chief appointment anticipated at next council meeting on August 27, 2024
• City Administrator has power to appoint police chief per ordinance

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the July bills and meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports from the Director, the Library Foundation, and the Friends of the Coralville Public Library.

• Approval of bills for July
• Staff report from Community Resources Navigator Samira Abdalla
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Coralville Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The main action is a motion to adjourn to closed session to review Police Chief applications, as permitted under Iowa Code. Following closed session, the commission will reconvene to certify a list of applicants for Police Chief.

• Approve agenda for July 25, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes of June 20, 2024 meeting
• Motion to adjourn to closed session under Iowa Code §21.5(1)(a) for Police Chief application review
• Motion to reconvene to regular session and certify a list of applicants for Police Chief

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider a rezoning request and site plan for West Village, a 28.28-acre mixed-use project featuring 452 residential units and commercial space. The body will also review bond issuance for the Hotel and Conference Center and a taxicab ordinance.

• Rezoning of West Village to R-PUD 1 for 452 residential units and 33,190 sq ft of commercial space
• General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2024B not to exceed $19,420,000.00
• Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank final seeding and trees estimate of $467,000.00
• Ordinance No. 2024-1005 to reduce required taxicabs and qualified drivers to two
• Payment to Van Meter Inc. for 125 LED light fixtures at West Parking Ramp: $35,885.00

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session covering several topics. They were briefed on a court-ordered settlement conference in the Tiffin/Coralville case regarding Forevergreen Road. The council also discussed constituent issues in Forevergreen Heights, the city clerk's annual report, and the possibility of a TIF district for the West Village project. Updates were provided on the chief of police retirement reception and the city administrator hiring process.

• Briefing on court-ordered settlement conference in Tiffin/Coralville case regarding Forevergreen Road
• Discussion of constituent issues in Forevergreen Heights with homeowner and DR Horton
• City clerk annual report including cemetery capacity, columbarium proposal, and smoke shops
• Update on Chief Kron retirement reception and city administrator hiring process (interviews Aug 5-7, appointment likely Aug 27)
• Councilmember raised possibility of TIF for West Village project

Board of Adjustment

The Coralville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Brody and Kellsie Busho to reduce the required rear yard setback from 30 feet to 23 feet for a proposed addition at 1001 Mulberry Place. The board will also vote on approval of the variance, as well as approve the meeting agenda and prior minutes.

• Public hearing on variance from Chapter 165.21 to allow 23-foot rear yard setback instead of required 30 feet at 1001 Mulberry Place
• Consideration and possible approval of the variance

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the West Land Use Park Master Plan and review the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan and next steps. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May and June, citizen comments, and reports from the City Council and Director. No formal votes on expenditures or policy changes are scheduled.

• Discussion of West Land Use Park Master Plan
• Review of Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan and next steps
• Approval of minutes from 5/20/2024 and 6/17/2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Board will review June meeting minutes and approve monthly bills. The agenda includes an update on 2024 Summer Reading Programs and a request for an exception to the Library Exclusionary Zone Policy.

• Request for exception to Library Exclusionary Zone Policy
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2024
• Approval of June bills
• Reports from Friends of the Coralville Public Library and the Foundation

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider rezoning 28.28 acres at West Village to allow for mixed-use residential and commercial development. The council will also discuss an open container area for the 5th Street Social and a $23 million bond sale.

• Rezoning of West Village from C-2 and R-1 districts to R-PUD 1
• Open container area designation for the 5th Street Social
• $23,000,000 bond sale to refund debt for the Hotel and Conference Center
• $25,970.00 engineering agreement for the 5th Avenue Hammerhead and Drainage Project
• $52,900.00 construction agreement for Iowa River Landing improvements

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council reviewed updates regarding the BRIC Grant project and the police chief search process. Discussions also included the use of the debt service levy for future infrastructure projects.

• Police chief search update with 9 applications received, including 2 internal candidates
• Update on BRIC Grant project schedule and potential supply chain issues
• Discussion regarding $2.12 per thousand debt service levy for future infrastructure
• Information regarding the Jehovah’s Witness Conference at Hyatt/Arena

Arts Commission

The commission will hear reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and local theatre companies. The update regarding the CCPA Mission Statement Project was tabled until the August meeting.

• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and Managing Director
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre
• Approval of June minutes

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests for the West Village and IRL Parkview developments. The council will also consider a $2,000,000 grant application for an automated shuttle project with the University of Iowa. Other items include new geothermal well standards and a 3.25% pay increase for non-bargaining employees.

• Rezoning West Village from C-2 and R-1 to R-PUD 1 for residential and commercial use
• $2,000,000 Stage 1 SMART grant application for automated shuttle operation
• Ordinance establishing new Geothermal Well Standards
• 3.25% pay scale increase for non-bargaining employees effective July 1, 2024
• Match offer proposal for recycled wind turbine benches up to $34,856.00

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council reviewed the Annual Water Department Report, which included water treatment statistics and progress on lead service line inventories. The council also received an update regarding a change in the Smart Grant partnership involving Cambus and information on the upcoming BRIC Project kickoff meeting. Additionally, the Mayor discussed a constituent request for a Human Rights Commission.

• Annual Water Department Report and Well #16 project progress
• Update on BRIC Project kickoff meeting with FEMA and MidAmerican
• Change in Smart Grant partnership involving National Driving Simulator and Cambus
• Discussion of constituent request for a Human Rights Commission
• Information regarding the Jehovah’s Witness Conference at Hyatt/Arena

Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board

The Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board will review a presentation previously delivered to the Mayor and City Council. The meeting also includes discussions regarding MATS training for 2024 and tracking received complaints.

• Review of presentation made to Mayor/City Council
• Overview of MATS training for 2024
• Discussion of training opportunities
• Review of complaints received/tracked
• Approval of March 25, 2024 minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from March 25, 2024. The commission will also consider the certification of the police officer hiring list.

• Certification of the Police Officer Hiring List
• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the West Land Use Park Master Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan and next steps. An open house for the West Land Use Park Master Plan is scheduled prior to the meeting.

• West Land Use Park Master Plan discussion
• Review of Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan
• Approval of May 20, 2024, minutes

City Council Work Sessions

The Council reviewed updates regarding the Recreation Center master plan and baseball field relocation. Staff discussed the ongoing Police Chief selection process and feedback regarding Iowa River Landing. The session also addressed potential amendments to taxi cab paint requirements.

• Recreation Center pricing updates for baseball fields and parking
• Police Chief recruitment and council questionnaire returns
• Proposed ordinance amendment for taxi cab paint requirements
• Budget review for the Pop Up Metro Train project
• West Land Use Area Park Master Plan public meeting on June 17

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several development projects. These include a preliminary plat for Coral Ridge Commerce Park and a rezoning request for West Village. The commission will also consider site plans for IRL Parkview, Lot 3.

• Rezoning of West Village to R-PUD-1 District
• Preliminary Plat for Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2, Phases 8-12 and 14-16
• PUD-B Site Plan and Final Plat for IRL Parkview, Lot 3

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold an introductory meeting regarding strategic planning with Maureen Sullivan. The board will also review May bills and receive updates on 2024 summer reading programs.

• Strategic Planning introductory meeting with Maureen Sullivan
• Approval of May bills
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2024
• Reports from Friends of the Coralville Public Library and the Foundation

Arts Commission

The commission will receive reports from city departments and local theatre organizations. The meeting also includes updates on the CCPA Mission Statement Project and the City Circle Revisioning Process.

• CCPA Mission Statement Project Updates
• City Circle Revisioning Process
• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and Managing Director
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, which adjusts revenues and expenditures by over $22 million and $31 million respectively, with no tax increase. The council will also consider several resolutions and ordinances, including the sale of city property, single-stream recycling, and various contracts.

• Public hearing on FY2024 budget amendment; no tax increase; must be filed with state by May 31
• Resolution to dispose of 708 9th Avenue to Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity for $25,000; public hearing set for June 11
• Ordinance 2024-1002 for single-stream recycling, 2nd and 3rd readings
• Ordinance 2024-1003 for geothermal well standards, 1st reading
• Contract with Veenstra & Kimm for Well 16 Improvements, not to exceed $388,000

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session to review upcoming Planning and Zoning submittals, including a rezoning for the 28-acre West Village development and a new building at Iowa River Landing. Staff also reported on human resources and payroll changes, and the City Administrator provided updates on the proposed Pop Up Metro Train and other projects.

• West Village rezoning from R1 and C2 to R PUD A for 452 residential units and 32,000 sq ft commercial space
• Iowa River Landing Park View Lot 3: 42-unit, 4-story building with brick and stone exterior
• City has 178 permanent positions; payroll transition options discussed
• Pop Up Metro Train: 7 stops, 2 in Coralville, up to 180 passengers per trip, 3-year trial possible next year
• Amphitheater sound testing curtailed due to weather

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss summer special events and receive an update on the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan. The agenda also includes citizen comments, approval of minutes, and reports from the city council and the director.

• Overview on Summer Special Events
• Update on Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan
• City Council Report by Council Member Vogelzang
• Director Report by Proud
• Approval of Minutes from 4/15/2024

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will consider setting a public hearing for a Fiscal Year 2024 budget amendment, approve the sale of General Obligation Bonds to finance 5th Street improvements, and act on several resolutions including support for housing tax credit applications and a new fire department shift fee schedule. The agenda also includes first consideration of a single-stream recycling ordinance and a consent calendar with numerous payments and licenses.

• Resolution setting public hearing for FY2024 budget amendment (hearing May 28, 2024)
• Resolution authorizing General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A, for 5th Street Improvements (12th to 20th Avenue)
• Resolution of support for Iowa Thriving Communities Program application
• Resolution approving Option Agreement with IRL Parkview Investments for workforce housing tax credit (Lot 4, IRL Parkview Subdivision, $13.00/SF)
• Ordinance 2024-1002 amending single-stream recycling code (1st consideration)

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council met to see the new single-stream recycling equipment and discuss a proposed ordinance restricting geothermal systems. The recycling carts will be delivered this week and used starting in early June. The geothermal ordinance, which would limit systems to the top 20 feet of bedrock and ban open-loop systems, is slated for the May 28 agenda. Staff also gave updates on local companies and a possible battery-powered train.

• New single-stream recycling carts delivered this week, use starts first week of June
• Proposed geothermal ordinance restricts systems to top 20' of bedrock, bans open loop
• Ordinance to be on May 28 City Council agenda
• CIVCO construction on track for Q1 2025 opening
• Battery-powered train between Iowa City and North Liberty possible within a year

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from city staff and affiliated theater groups, and discuss the CCPA Mission Statement Project. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approval of March minutes
• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, Managing Director, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre
• Discussion of CCPA Mission Statement Project

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from April 3, and April bills. They will also review the April library report to the City Council and hear reports from the Friends group, the Library Foundation, and the director. Public comments are welcome under Other Business, limited to 15 minutes total with 5 minutes per person.

• Approval of April bills
• Review of April FY23 Library report to City Council
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation
• Director's Report

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The agenda also includes discussions on transit funding, an intermodal lighting project, and utility resilience agreements.

• Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Resolution for the Intermodal Re-Lighting Project involving 125 light fixtures
• $412,000.00 federal funding agreement for Utility Resilience Project Phase 1
• Tobacco violation penalties of $300.00 each for Almost Paradise Vapor & Tobacco, Casey’s #2779, and Walgreen’s #10985
• Resolution setting a public hearing for the FY 2025 Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Transit Funding Application

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council work session was largely informational, with no planning and zoning submittals to review. The council heard a library department report, updates on the city's bond rating downgrade, a state housing program application, transit staffing, a potential electric train study, and funding requests for road improvements.

• Bond rating downgraded one notch to BBB stable from BBB+ under new Fitch scale
• Library budget 90-95% funded by City general fund
• Applying for Iowa Thriving Communities program for housing tax credit points
• City offering over $21/hour plus benefits for transit drivers; 18 openings across area systems
• Exploring electric train from Iowa City to North Liberty with two Coralville stops

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a tour-based meeting starting at Altmaier Family Park, with the main item being a tour of the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank. The commission will also approve minutes from March 18, receive reports from a council member and the director, and take citizen comments.

• Tour of Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank
• Approval of minutes from March 18, 2024
• City Council report by Council Member Vogelzang
• Director report by Sherri Proud
• Citizen comments

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to issue up to $68 million in general obligation bonds to finance 5th Street improvements and refinance several older bonds. The council will also consider awarding contracts for the Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project and the Sidewalk Repair Program 2023 (Zone 3), plus approve a consent calendar with numerous payments and licenses.

• Public hearing and resolutions for $68,000,000 bond issuance for 5th Street improvements and refinancing older bonds
• Bid award for Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project (new forcemain from Brown Deer No. 4 Lift Station to Oakdale Road)
• Bid award for Sidewalk Repair Program 2023 (Zone 3) north of I-80, east of I-380, south of Forevergreen Road, west of CRANDIC Railroad
• Approval of temporary trail easements for Clear Creek Trail detour during stream mitigation construction
• Consent calendar includes payments: $474,012.57 to Maxwell Construction, $61,608.45 to McComas-Lacina, $37,295.68 for police vehicle, and alcohol licenses for La Lupita, Vesta, Konomi, Costco, Backpocket Brewing, Blue Elephant

City Council Work Sessions

This was a work session with no formal votes. The council heard staff updates on a FEMA BRIC grant for undergrounding utilities, a request to reassign Auburn Ridge to West High School, and discussions with Fitch on the city's bond rating. Staff also noted upcoming work on TIF assessments with Johnson County.

• BRIC grant Phase 1 approved for 60% design and environmental/historical review of underground utility relocation in MidAmerican Energy service area
• Construction for utility relocation currently scheduled for summer 2025
• Request to reassign Auburn Ridge from Liberty High School to West High School attendance area
• Fitch bond rating discussion focused on debt per capita, cash position, and community economy
• Staff to review TIF assessments with Johnson County regarding legislative growth limits

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees met on April 3, 2024, and approved the agenda, minutes, and March bills. They also approved a nominee for the T. Patricia Dee Volunteer Service award. The board heard a staff report from the Integrated Library System Administrator and the director's report on library operations.

• Approved March bills including yearly maintenance fee for Innovative Interfaces ILS
• Approved T. Patricia Dee Volunteer Service award nominee (Bill Benson's nomination)
• Friends of the Library approved ~$18,500 in wish list items including easels, risers, summer reading support
• Hotspot provider switched from US Cellular to T-Mobile, with lower bill and credit
• LED conversion underway; drive-up bookdrop leaking, resealing planned

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 property tax levy, then at the regular meeting consider setting a public hearing for the FY2025 budget, approve insurance renewals, a development agreement, and other items. The agenda includes routine approvals and several notable contracts and expenditures.

• Public hearing on FY2025 property tax levy; proposed total levy $22,948,571, rate 14.55016 per $1,000 (up from 13.85680).
• Resolution to set FY2025 budget public hearing for April 9, 2024.
• Approve ICAP property/liability/auto insurance renewal at $1,610,404 (39.2% increase) and Travelers cyber liability at $45,255 for $1,000,000 coverage.
• Approve development agreement with Lucky Pete, LLC for 100% tax abatement over 15 years for E-Sports Complex west of Lowe's.
• Award contract for North Ridge Park playground equipment, not to exceed $404,414.

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 property tax levy, then in the regular meeting set a budget hearing for April 9, approve insurance renewals, a development agreement with Lucky Pete, LLC, and several other items. The agenda includes routine approvals and a consent calendar with payments and licenses.

• Public hearing on FY2025 property tax levy; proposed total levy $22,948,571, rate 14.55016 per $1,000 (up from 13.85680)
• Resolution to set FY2025 budget public hearing for April 9, 2024
• Approve ICAP property/liability/auto insurance renewal at $1,610,404 (39.2% increase) and Travelers cyber liability at $45,255 for $1M coverage
• Development agreement with Lucky Pete, LLC for 100% tax abatement over 15 years for E-Sports Complex west of Lowe's
• Award contract for North Ridge Park playground equipment, not to exceed $404,414

Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board

The Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes introducing new board members, discussing training opportunities, complaints received and tracked, and reviewing the FYE 2023 traffic data study. The meeting is open to the public.

• Introduction of new board members
• Discussion of training opportunities
• Review of complaints received and tracked
• FYE 2023 traffic data study discussion
• Set next meeting date (May 27th)

Civil Service Commission

The Coralville Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the January 12, 2024 meeting, and to consider certifying the police officer hiring list. This is a routine administrative meeting with no other substantive items listed.

• Consider certification of the Police Officer Hiring List
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2024 meeting

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council is holding a special meeting with public hearings on the Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project, a new sewer line from Brown Deer No. 4 Lift Station to Oakdale Road. The council will also consider awarding contracts for the West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer Phase 2 and Kempf Lift Station Abandonment, plus a consent calendar with numerous payments and licenses.

• Public hearings and bid approval for Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project; bids due April 2, 2024
• Award West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer Phase 2 to Maxwell Construction for $2,999,051.50
• Award Kempf Lift Station Abandonment to Maxwell Construction for $242,096.00
• Accept Clear Creek Trail Connection Project as completed; final pay estimate $23,993.83
• Set public hearing for up to $68,000,000 in bonds for 5th Street Improvements and refinancing

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session to review infrastructure projects, discuss fund balances, and consider the FY2025 budget. The city administrator proposed transferring $5.9 million of the general fund surplus to the Iowa River Landing project fund and the remainder to the Hotel and Conference Center fund, along with $809,000 from the Oakdale TIF, to eliminate negative balances. The council also discussed the upcoming budget, noting that while the property tax levy rate is increasing, the tax on a $100,000 home would decrease due to the rollback.

• Diverging Diamond Interchange at I-80 and 1st Avenue: westbound ramp closure with detour to Dubuque Street; pedestrian tunnels substantially complete
• 5th Street Reconstruction: Phase 1 began March 11, may extend to 18th Avenue; street to reopen by Independence Day parade
• West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer: Phase 2 contract awarded, ties in to Iowa DOT garage, IMCC, and Fox Valley Lift Station
• Proposed transfer of $5.9M from general fund surplus to Iowa River Landing and Hotel and Conference Center funds, plus $809,000 from Oakdale TIF
• North Ridge Park playground needs $265,000 from TIF; bids higher than anticipated, plans adjusted

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider conditional use permits for four businesses. Three requests are for temporary seasonal lawn and garden centers in parking areas. One request is for a year-round sales and display area in a courtyard.

• Conditional Use Permit for Every Bloomin’ Thing at 418 10th Ave
• Conditional Use Permit for Lowe’s Home Improvement at 2701 2nd St
• Conditional Use Permit for Theisen’s at 100 Westcor Dr
• Conditional Use Permit for Walmart at 2801 Commerce Dr
• Election of Officers

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the North Ridge Park playground update, review the annual report, and receive reports from the City Council and the Parks Director. The agenda also includes citizen comments and approval of previous minutes.

• North Ridge Park Playground Update
• Annual Report
• City Council Report by Council Member Vogelzang
• Director Report by Proud
• Approval of Minutes from 1/22/2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the agenda, minutes from February 7, and February bills. They will also review selected library policies and hear reports from the Friends group, the Foundation, and the Director. Public comments are welcome under Other Business.

• Approval of February bills
• Review of selected library policies and procedures
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation
• Director's Report

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission is meeting to hear reports from city staff and affiliated theater groups, and to discuss the CCPA Mission Statement Project. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or public hearings listed.

• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, Managing Director, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre
• Discussion of CCPA Mission Statement Project
• No April meeting; next meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving the Highway 6 Urban Revitalization Plan, which would provide a 15-year, 100% tax abatement on improvements for a proposed e-sports facility on two parcels west of Lowe's Home Center. The council will also set public hearing dates for the Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project and the FY2025 property tax levy. Several consent calendar items include alcohol and tobacco licenses, payments, and change orders.

• Public hearing and resolution to approve Highway 6 Urban Revitalization Plan (15-year, 100% tax abatement for e-sports facility)
• Resolution to reset public hearing for Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project (March 19, 2024)
• Resolution to set public hearing for FY2025 property tax levy (March 26, 2024)
• Consent calendar includes payments: $26,947 to Heiman Fire Equipment, $24,529.63 to Bolton & Menk, $653,978.10 change order to Maxwell Construction
• New alcohol licenses for SpringHill Suites, Si Senor Two, Quinton's, Kum & Go, Drury Inn, Marquee Pizzeria

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session to discuss upcoming bond sales for capital projects, the FY2025 budget gap, and departmental updates. No zoning submittals were reviewed. The council also heard reports on parks and recreation and administrative updates.

• Bond sales planned for May and July for central trunk sewer, arena/hotel refinancing, and 5th Street reconstruction
• Sewer project financed by State Revolving Fund at 2.43%
• FY2025 budget has a $180,000 gap to be resolved by next meeting
• Gather Iowa developer meeting covered utility relocation, timeline, affordable housing, property acquisition
• New sports team to compete in Xtream Arena starting 2025

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold public hearings on three infrastructure projects: abandoning the Kempf Lift Station, extending the West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer, and amending the 12th Avenue Urban Renewal Plan to fund 5th Street improvements. The council will also consider contracts for turf care, bus cleaning, and property leases, plus routine consent items including alcohol licenses and payments.

• Public hearing and bid authorization for Kempf Lift Station Abandonment (bids due March 5, 2024)
• Public hearing and bid authorization for West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer Phase 2 (bids due March 5, 2024)
• Public hearing on Amendment No. 11 to 12th Avenue Urban Renewal Plan, adding 5th Street Improvements Project (up to $6,000,000)
• Resolution to set public hearing for Oakdale Boulevard Forcemain Project and authorize property acquisition
• Award 2024-2025 Turf and Horticulture Contracts (three-year) and Mass Transit Bus Cleaning Services (two-year with renewal options)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session to discuss Fiscal Year 2025 budget options, specifically focusing on transit funding and property tax levies. Staff also provided updates on the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan and the Gather Iowa project.

• Discussion of two transit funding options for FY25 to address declining federal support
• Potential property tax levy increase from $14.31229 to $14.54999 under one budget option
• Update on Recreation Center Master Plan including a planning workshop on April 4
• Update on Gather Iowa project regarding MidAmerican power line relocation estimates
• Notice of FY25 property tax levy hearing scheduled for March 26

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider approving the agenda, minutes, and January bills, and will review a proposal for an LED lighting upgrade. The board will also review selected library policies and procedures, and receive reports from staff, the Friends group, and the Foundation. Public comments are welcome under Other Business.

• Consider approval of January bills
• Consider Library LED Lighting Upgrade proposal
• Review selected Library policies and procedures
• Reports from Friends and Foundation
• Public comments under Other Business

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will review reports from city departments and local theatre companies. The commission is also scheduled to discuss a preview of the FY25 budget and a project regarding the CCPA mission statement.

• FY25 Budget Preview
• CCPA Mission Statement Project
• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and Managing Director
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a work session on the FY2025 budget and a regular meeting covering a final vote on a hate crimes ordinance, awarding a $2.55M construction contract for Clear Creek stream mitigation, and approving several resolutions and consent calendar items. Public hearings will be set for sewer and urban renewal projects.

• Final consideration of Hate Crimes Ordinance No. 2024-1001 with fines up to $855
• Award $2,553,469.25 contract to Peterson Contractors for Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank
• Approve $31,900 proposal for groundwater sustainability modeling in Silurian and Jordan aquifers
• Approve $118,986 roof replacement at Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Consent calendar includes $145,821 for three Ford F-350s and $61,500 for Veterans Memorial monuments

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting, including citizen comments, approval of minutes, and election of officers. The main item is a tour of the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool, followed by a discussion of the master plan process for renovation or a new facility. The commission will also receive reports from the City Council and the Director.

• Tour of Recreation Center & Indoor Pool and discussion of Master Plan Process for Renovation/New Facility
• Annual Election of Officers – Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Minutes from 12/11/2023
• City Council Report – Council Member Vogelzang
• Director Report - Proud

City Council Meetings

This is a joint meeting of Johnson County and multiple city and school district boards to hear presentations on two topics: the Johnson County Community Violence Intervention (CVI) program and the Trip Connect transportation pilot. The CVI presentation will cover the program's progress and future plans. The Trip Connect discussion will focus on a proposed demand-response transit service for northern Johnson County, including service hours, fares, and projected costs.

• Presentation on Johnson County Community Violence Intervention by County Attorney Rachel Zimmermann Smith and Coordinator Jes Lang
• Discussion on Trip Connect, a northern Johnson County demand response transportation pilot
• 988 Update by Sarah Nelson, CEO of CommUnity
• Trip Connect projected cost: $350,025 per year, with $175,000 from DOT Special Projects
• Trip Connect proposed fare: $2.00 per one-way trip

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council is holding a special meeting to swear in new officials, consider a hate crimes ordinance on second reading, and vote on a resolution supporting peace in Gaza and Israel. They will also consider several agreements, including a biosolids land application contract not to exceed $615,930 over five years, a license agreement with Watts Group Rentals, and an amended 28E agreement for underwater search and recovery. The consent calendar includes numerous payments and licenses.

• Hate Crimes Ordinance No. 2024-1001 (2nd consideration) with fines of $300 first offense, $855 subsequent
• Resolution issuing statement in support of peace in Gaza and Israel
• Biosolids land application agreement with Nutri-Ject Systems, Inc. not to exceed $615,930 over 5 years
• License agreement with Watts Group Rentals, LLC for 410 sq ft at 201 E. 9th Street, Suite 101, $20/SF triple net
• Amended 28E Agreement for underwater search and recovery adding University Heights, Iowa

City Council Work Sessions

The Council discussed fiscal year 2025 budget projections including property tax growth and salary costs. Staff also provided updates on the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank, an e-sports project, and the Gather Iowa utility relocation report.

• Fiscal Year 2025 budget discussion involving $120,000 in new property tax growth
• Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank low bid from PCI for $2.5 million
• Gather Iowa project utility relocation cost report due January 20
• Selection of a new Director of Finance

Civil Service Commission

The Coralville Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and prior minutes, electing a chairperson for 2024, and considering certification of the police officer hiring list. They will also consider updates to the city's Civil Service Rules and Procedures. The meeting is largely procedural with no major financial or zoning decisions.

• Consider certification of the Police Officer Hiring List
• Consider updated Civil Service Rules and Procedures
• Elect and appoint a Chairperson for 2024
• Approve minutes of September 28, 2023 meeting

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2024, to consider a hate crimes ordinance on second reading, approve several agreements including a license with Watts Group Rentals and a biosolids land application contract, and approve a large consent calendar with numerous payments. The meeting also includes swearing in new officials and proclamations.

• Hate Crimes Ordinance No. 2024-1001 (2nd consideration) with fines of $300 first offense, $855 subsequent
• License Agreement with Watts Group Rentals, LLC for 410 sq ft at 201 E. 9th Street, Suite 101, $20/sq ft triple net, 3 years
• Biosolids Land Application Agreement with Nutri-Ject Systems, Inc., not to exceed $615,930 over 5 years
• Amended 28E Agreement for Underwater Search and Recovery adding University Heights, Iowa
• Consent calendar includes payments to Hyatt Regency Coralville (e.g., $373,331 Draw #31) and other vendors

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission is holding its January 2024 meeting on Jan 9 at 12:00 PM Central Time via Zoom. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and access information, with no listed agenda items or discussion topics.

• Meeting scheduled for Jan 9, 2024 at 12:00 PM CT
• Meeting held via Zoom with provided login details

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider the proposed Library Budget for FY25, elect 2024 officers, and approve the December bills. The board will also hear reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Director. Public comments are welcome under Other Business, limited to 15 minutes total with 5 minutes per person.

• Consider proposed Library Budget for FY25
• Election of 2024 officers for the Board of Trustees
• Consider approval of bills for December
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation