Coralville public meetings in 2025

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will consider a resolution to extend the Turf and Horticulture contracts with Quality Care and Greg’s Lawn & Landscaping, adding two service areas and a 3% fee increase. It will also vote on a resolution to unwind and terminate the New Market Tax Credit agreements with ArenaCo and the Investment Fund. Additional items include third amendments to lease agreements with Evereve, Inc. and lululemon USA, Inc., board and commission appointments, and a consent calendar covering numerous alcohol‑license approvals and city payments.

• Resolution to extend Turf and Horticulture contracts with Quality Care and Greg’s Lawn & Landscaping (3% fee increase, adds Oakdale Extension and DDI areas)
• Resolution to unwind and terminate New Market Tax Credit agreements with ArenaCo and the Investment Fund
• Third Amendment to lease with Evereve, Inc. – temporary space, remodel, 5‑year lease with two 5‑year extensions
• Third Amendment to lease with lululemon USA, Inc. – move to Space B104, five‑year lease extension with two 5‑year options
• Approval of purchase of one 2027 Freightliner 108SD+ chassis for $122,570.00 and a plow truck body package for $174,543.80

The City Council adopted resolutions to extend the Turf and Horticulture contracts, unwind the New Market Tax Credits, and amend lease agreements with Evereve, Inc. and lululemon USA, Inc. It also confirmed board and commission appointments and approved a series of payments and permits, including new alcohol licenses and infrastructure purchases.

• Approved extension of Turf & Horticulture contracts (Resolution 2025-230) (5-0)
• Approved unwinding of New Market Tax Credits (Resolution 2025-231) (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to lease with Evereve, Inc. (Resolution 2025-232) (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to lease with lululemon USA, Inc. (Resolution 2025-233) (5-0)
• Confirmed appointments/reappointments to Board of Adjustment, Civil Service Commission, Arts Commission, and Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Approved new Class C Retail Alcohol License for the Crab House (Consent Calendar) (5-0)
• Approved payment to Hyatt Regency Coralville for leak repairs $14,004.78 (Consent Calendar) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2027 Freightliner chassis for snowplow $122,570.00 (Consent Calendar) (5-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The council heard a preview of three development projects that will be placed before the Planning and Zoning Commission in January, including the Lucky Pete master plan for a 40,000 SF E‑Sports arena, the Forevergreen Heights Phase 4 single‑family lot expansion, and a future Chick‑Fil‑A site. The city engineer presented an annual report on recent and ongoing infrastructure projects and introduced the Coralville Infrastructure Viewer application. The council was informed of Wastewater Superintendent Dave Clark’s retirement and the appointment of Assistant Superintendent Chris Worrell as his replacement. No formal decisions were taken during the work session.

• Preview of Lucky Pete master plan for a 40,000 SF E‑Sports arena and three commercial buildings west of Lowe’s, north of U.S. Highway 6
• Preview of Forevergreen Heights Phase 4, Part 1, a 55‑lot single‑family development with larger lots and 3‑car garages
• Preview of CFA Addition site for a future Chick‑Fil‑A location west of 1st Avenue, south of Café Azul
• City Engineer’s annual report highlighting recent infrastructure projects and launch of the Coralville Infrastructure Viewer tool
• Appointment of Chris Worrell as new Wastewater Superintendent after Dave Clark’s retirement

Board of Adjustment

The Coralville Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications. One request from Mitch Brenneman seeks to place an attached deck 23 feet from the front‑yard line instead of the required 35 feet. A second request from REM Iowa asks to build a 6‑foot fence in the front yard and locate it 4 feet from the sidewalk, rather than the required 4‑foot height and 6‑foot setback. The board will consider approving each variance.

• Variance request by Mitch Brenneman to reduce front‑yard setback for an attached deck to 23 feet (required 35 feet)
• Variance request by REM Iowa to increase front‑yard fence height to 6 feet (required 4 feet) and move fence 4 feet from sidewalk (required 6 feet)

The Board denied the front‑yard deck variance for 519 10th Ave with a 2‑1 vote. It approved the fence variance for 1111 17th Ave by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The meeting agenda and the September 15, 2025 minutes were also approved, and the session was adjourned.

• Denied deck variance at 519 10th Ave (2-1)
• Approved fence variance at 1111 17th Ave (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 15, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to adopt Amendment No. 13 to the Urban Renewal Plan, which adds a new business expansion at 2300 Oakdale Boulevard. The council will also vote on a private redevelopment and forgivable loan agreement providing $205,000 to Morrison Weighing Systems, Inc. in exchange for creating 14 jobs with an average salary of $70,000. Additional items include an ordinance updating floodplain regulations, a designated fund agreement for the new Recreation Center and Natatorium, and a consent calendar covering numerous payments and permits.

• Amendment No. 13 to the Urban Renewal Plan adding the 2300 Oakdale Blvd development
• Private Redevelopment and Forgivable Loan Agreement: $205,000 assistance to Morrison Weighing Systems, Inc. for 14 jobs
• Ordinance No. 2025-1017 amending Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations
• Designated Fund Agreement with the Community Foundation of Johnson County for the Recreation Center & Natatorium project
• Consent calendar payments including $30,047.86 to Naviant, LLC for OnBase maintenance and $19,200 to ChargePoint, Inc. for EV charging stations

The City Council adopted Amendment No. 13 to the Coralville Urban Renewal Plan. It also approved a private redevelopment and forgivable loan agreement for Morrison Weighing Systems, Inc., providing $205,000 in assistance and creating 14 jobs. Additionally, the council adopted an ordinance repealing Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations.

• Agenda approved (5-0)
• Amendment No. 13 to Urban Renewal Plan approved (5-0)
• Private redevelopment and forgivable loan agreement for Morrison Weighing Systems approved (5-0)
• Ordinance repealing Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations adopted (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss the budget plan for Brown Deer for FY27 and examine the timeline and public input process for the new Coralville Community Recreation Center and Natatorium. They will also approve the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting, receive a council report from Vogelzang, and hear a director report from Proud.

• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2025
• Review of Brown Deer budget planning for FY27
• Review of timeline and public input plans for new Coralville Community Recreation Center & Natatorium
• Council report – Vogelzang
• Director report – Proud

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. The commission reviewed the Brown Deer Golf Club FY27 budget, discussed the timeline for the new Coralville Community Recreation Center & Natatorium, and received updates on several ongoing projects. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from city departments and local theater groups. The commission is scheduled to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 season for Young Footliters.

• Proposed Young Footliters 2026-2027 Season

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the agenda, minutes from November 4, 2025, and bills for November. The meeting includes reports on Hoopla statistics and the Friends and Foundations of the library.

• Approval of November 4, 2025, minutes
• Approval of November bills
• Hoopla statistics report
• Friends of the Coralville Public Library report
• Coralville Public Library Foundation report

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the November 4 minutes, and the November bills. After discussion, the board decided to try turning off Hoopla reminder emails to assess effects on circulation and cost. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approve agenda as presented – motion passed unanimously
• Approve November 4, 2025 minutes – motion passed unanimously
• Approve payment of November bills – motion passed unanimously
• Decide to turn off Hoopla reminder emails – decision made (no vote recorded)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will consider an amended Automated License Plate Reader policy, hold public hearings on two planned unit development projects—Forevergreen Heights Phase 1, Part 3 and Lot 61 Bridgewater Subdivision, Part Four—and vote on a new floodplain regulation ordinance. Additional items include rezoning two commercial properties, a supplemental agreement for the Utility Resilience Project, and various financing and consent‑calendar approvals.

• Amend Resolution 2025-129 to update the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) policy.
• Public hearing and resolution to approve the PUD‑B Site Plan and Final Plat for Forevergreen Heights Phase 1, Part 3 (48 single‑family attached units).
• Public hearing and resolution to approve the PUD‑B Site Plan for Lot 61 Bridgewater Subdivision – Part Four (two 32‑unit multi‑family buildings and townhomes, 43 units).
• Ordinance 2025-1017 to adopt new Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations based on updated FEMA flood maps.
• Ordinance 2025-1016 to rezone 106 1st Avenue (C‑2) and 198 1st Street (I‑2) to C‑PUD 2 Commercial Planned Unit Development Two District.

The council voted to amend Resolution No. 2025-129, which governs the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) policy. The motion was made by Mayor Pro‑tem Laurie Goodrich, seconded by Rich Vogelzang, and carried with all five members voting aye. The meeting agenda was also approved unanimously.

• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 2025-129 (ALPR policy) (5‑0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council work session covered updates on planning, parking and transportation, finance, and community programs. No formal actions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational. Attendees discussed upcoming projects such as a roundabout at Costco and the end of a transit contract with North Liberty.

• Planning and Zoning Commission submittal: elevations for Christian Brothers Automotive in Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2 Phase 8.
• Parking and Transportation report: ridership flatlined, construction on 5th Street cited as a factor; North Liberty to end fixed‑route and paratransit contract on June 30 2026; two new paratransit vehicles expected early 2026; replacement of two Type 2 EV chargers at West Ramp.
• Cell tower lease on city property extends to December 31 2026 while staff seeks a portable tower to avoid delaying the Gather Iowa power‑line relocation.
• Roundabout at Costco will require a road closure, saving $400,000 and allowing faster project completion.
• Neighbors Helping Neighbors program administration to shift from United Way to HACAP on January 1, with no change to program operation.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider several items, including approving the minutes from its October 20, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will review the Brown Deer budget planning for fiscal year 2027. The commission will discuss the timeline and public‑input process for the new Coralville Recreation Center and Natatorium. Additional reports will be given by the council (Vogelzang) and the director (Proud).

• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2025
• Review of Brown Deer budget planning for FY27
• Review of timeline and public input plans for new Coralville Recreation Center & Natatorium
• Council report – Vogelzang
• Director report – Proud

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request submitted by Mitch Brenneman to reduce the required front‑yard setback for an attached deck from 35 feet to 23 feet. The board will consider whether to approve the variance. The remaining agenda items are routine procedural matters (call to order, roll call, agenda and minutes approval).

• Variance request by Mitch Brenneman to reduce front‑yard setback for attached deck from 35 ft to 23 ft

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider repealing and replacing Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations to comply with new FEMA maps and standards. The body will also hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of 2nd Avenue for the Gather Iowa Project and vote on a zoning change for 106 1st Avenue and 198 1st Street.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations
• Public hearing on vacating 2nd Avenue Right-of-Way for Gather Iowa Project
• Ordinance to rezone 106 1st Avenue and 198 1st Street to C-PUD 2
• Resolution to approve contract for Water Plant Filter Media Replacement and Repairs
• Resolution to approve sale of 2,333.2 Stream Mitigation Credits to Ameren Services for $326,648.00

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. Mayor Meghann Foster’s resolution proclaiming November 18, 2025 as National Injury Prevention Day was adopted. No other motions or ordinances were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Adopted National Injury Prevention Day proclamation (resolution read and adopted)

City Council Work Sessions

The council received updates from City Administrator Kelly Hayworth on FY2027 budget modeling, the FY2025 audit that will be presented on November 25, bond issues for a new recreation center, and potential assistance for a business moving to the University of Iowa Research Park. Councilors discussed the employee residency requirement and one councilor asked for an electronic copy of the budget as planning begins. No formal decisions were made during the work session.

• FY2027 budget modeling based on new rollback information and valuations
• FY2025 audit results to be presented at the November 25 City Council meeting
• Bond issues for the new recreation center
• Potential state assistance for a business relocating from Illinois to the University of Iowa Research Park
• Discussion of extending the employee residency requirement

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coralville Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommending approval of a PUD‑B site plan and a final plat for SHG Builders' Forevergreen Heights Phase 1, Part 3. The commission will also consider recommending approval of a PUD‑B site plan for Grand Rail Development Co. Inc.'s Bridgewater Subdivision Part 4, Lot 61. These items are presented for recommendation but not yet decided.

• Public hearing on SHG Builders' request to recommend approval of the PUD‑B Site Plan for Forevergreen Heights Phase 1, Part 3
• Public hearing on SHG Builders' request to recommend approval of the Final Plat for Forevergreen Heights Phase 1, Part 3
• Public hearing on Grand Rail Development Co. Inc.'s request to recommend approval of the PUD‑B Site Plan for Bridgewater Subdivision Part 4, Lot 61

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from city departments and local theater groups. The commission is scheduled to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 season for the City Circle Theatre Company.

• Proposed City Circle Theatre Company 2026-2027 Season

The commission approved its meeting agenda. A motion was made to approve the City Circle Theatre Company’s 2026‑2027 season, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. No citizen comments were received. The meeting adjourned at 12:42 PM.

• Agenda approved (Ann/Carrie)
• Motion to approve City Circle Theatre Company 2026‑2027 season presented (Bob/Ann) – vote not recorded

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will review policies, approve minutes and bills from October, and consider appointing members to the FY27 Budget Committee.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 minutes
• Approval of October bills
• Review of selected Library policies
• Appointment to FY27 Budget Committee
• Annual Report for FY25

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. It authorized payment of all October bills as presented, also unanimously. The Board adopted the revised Patron Conduct Policy with the noted wording changes. President Turnquist appointed Amanda Elkins, Molly Logan, and Lisa Mellecker to serve on the FY27 Budget Committee.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Oct 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of October bills as presented (unanimous)
• Approved updated Patron Conduct Policy with changes (unanimous)
• Appointed Amanda Elkins, Molly Logan, and Lisa Mellecker to FY27 Budget Committee

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings for several infrastructure projects, including sewer rehabilitation and water plant repairs. The body will also consider rezoning properties at 106 1st Avenue and 198 1st Street to Mixed-Use and Commercial Planned Unit Development.

• Public hearing for annexation of 6.22 acres (Auditor’s Parcel 2025047) adjacent to Forevergreen Heights
• Proposed 6-year lease agreement for a restaurant at 801 1st Avenue
• Rezoning of 106 1st Avenue and 198 1st Street to C-PUD 2
• Adoption of 2024 International Building, Residential, and Fire Codes
• Purchase of three police vehicles totaling $130,881.90

The council approved its agenda and then adopted two resolutions. One resolution approved the voluntary annexation of the 6.22‑acre Auditor’s Parcel 2025047 into Coralville. The other resolution approved the plans, specifications, cost estimate and contract process for replacing the wastewater‑treatment‑plant biosolids pump. Both public hearings received no comments.

• Approved agenda (3 Ayes, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑183 approving annexation of Parcel 2025047
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑184 approving WWTP biosolids pump replacement plan and bid process

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will approve the September 15, 2025 minutes, tour the Brown Deer Golf Club clubhouse, and discuss current projects and future needs for the clubhouse. It will also hear a council report from Vogelzang and a director report from Proud. No other formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2025
• Tour of the Brown Deer Golf Club clubhouse
• Discussion of current projects and future needs at the clubhouse
• Council report – Vogelzang
• Director report – Proud

City Council Meetings

The council will vote on a resolution affirming Coralville’s Human Rights Ordinance (Chapter 26). It will also set public hearings for annexation of a 6.22‑acre parcel, WWTP biosolids pump replacement, sanitary sewer rehabilitation, water plant filter media replacement, and Well 16 fiber‑optics installation, all scheduled for October 28. Additional items include amending the community plan to designate 198 1st St and 106 1st Ave as mixed‑use, adopting the 2024 International Building Code series, and authorizing property acquisitions for the Heartland Drive roundabout and Forevergreen Road extension. The council will also approve a procurement‑card designation for the Parking Maintenance Worker position and a six‑year lease for a restaurant at 801 1st Ave.

• Resolution affirming Human Rights Protections (Chapter 26) – second consideration
• Resolution to set public hearing on annexation of GRD Burleson LLC parcel (6.22 acres) adjacent to Forevergreen Heights
• Ordinance 2025‑1014 amending the Community Plan to re‑zone 198 1st St and 106 1st Ave to mixed‑use
• Ordinance 2025‑1015 adopting the 2024 International Building Code, Residential Code, Fire Code, and related codes
• Resolution to set public hearing on WWTP Biosolids Pump Replacement (cost estimate to be presented)

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5-0). Mayor Foster proclaimed October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The council voted to change the title and first line of the resolution from “Human Rights” to “Equal Protections,” and the motion carried (5-0). No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Changed resolution title to “Equal Protections” (5-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council reviewed projections for a local option sales tax to finance a new recreation center. City Administrator Kelly Hayworth reported that sales tax proceeds could exceed debt payments by $500,000 or more annually.

• Discussion of 20-year bond for a new recreation center
• Projected $500,000+ annual sales tax proceeds exceeding debt payments
• Potential debt service levy increase of $1.41 per $1,000 of valuation if sales tax is not approved
• Discussion regarding Coralville's leash law

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the agenda and the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. It will also consider approving the library’s September bills. Additional items include a staff report, a review of selected policies, and reports from the Friends group, the Library Foundation, and the Director.

• Consider approval of the agenda
• Consider approval of the minutes of the September 3, 2025 meeting
• Consider approval of the bills for September
• Review selected Library policies and procedures
• Reports from Friends of the Coralville Public Library and the Library Foundation

The board approved the meeting agenda and the September 3 minutes, both unanimously. It approved the September bills for ProQuest, Envisionware and Hoopla and authorized payment. The board adopted a new Security Camera Policy unanimously and will revisit the Patron Conduct Policy with adjustments next month.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 3 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September bills for ProQuest, Envisionware, Hoopla (unanimous)
• Adopted Security Camera Policy (unanimous)
• Decided to review Patron Conduct Policy with adjustments next month
• Scheduled Friends of the Library sale for Nov 6‑8
• Set fundraising focus on library's 60th anniversary campaign
• Planned library closure on Nov 16 for Paul Engle Prize ceremony

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests and development plans. The body is considering recommendations for a new commercial district and updates to existing residential or mixed-use projects.

• Rezoning request for 106 1st Avenue and 198 1st Street to C-PUD-2 Commercial Planned Unit Development Two District
• PUD-B Site Plan for Ridgeview Part 3, Phases 2 & 3
• Final Plat for Ridgeview Part 3, Phase 2
• Amended PUD-A Master Development Plan for the Bridgewater Subdivision

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session primarily to receive a departmental report from the Wastewater Treatment Superintendent. No official decisions were made during the meeting.

• Wastewater facility treated 1.014 billion gallons in 2024

City Council Meetings

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a policy for Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and hold public hearings on several land-use changes and site plans. The body is also considering the adoption of 2024 international and state building codes.

• Public hearing to change 198 1st Street and 106 1st Avenue from Corridor Commercial to Mixed-Use
• Proposed 293-unit mixed-use building and parking structure for Gather Iowa First Addition
• Amended site plan for Heartland Plaza Part 2 to add 157 parking stalls and expand Costco fuel station
• Adoption of 2024 International Building, Residential, and Fire Codes
• Purchase of two Glaval Universal buses for ADA paratransit service not to exceed $193,317.00 each

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. Mayor Meghann Foster proclaimed September 2025 as National Recovery Month and October 2025 as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, and the proclamations were accepted. No other motions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (5 ayes)
• Adopted proclamation for National Recovery Month
• Adopted proclamation for National Substance Abuse Prevention Month

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit requested by Once Upon a Child. The permit would allow a temporary outdoor display for the sale of goods at 881 22nd Ave on September 26, 27, and 28, 2025. The meeting also includes routine items such as calling the meeting to order, roll call, approval of the agenda and minutes, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for Once Upon a Child at 881 22nd Ave (Sept 26‑28, 2025)
• Approval of the September 15, 2025 agenda
• Approval of the August 18, 2025 minutes
• Call meeting to order and roll call

The Board of Adjustment approved the meeting agenda and the August 18, 2025 minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved a Conditional Use Permit for Once Upon a Child to hold a temporary outdoor display for the annual Coat and Boot Event at 881 22nd Avenue on September 26‑28, 2025, with staff‑recommended conditions, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Once Upon a Child outdoor display (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks & Recreation Commission will meet on September 15, 2025 at the Coralville Recreation Center. The agenda includes citizen comments, approval of the July 21, 2025 minutes, a site walk for the proposed recreation center, indoor pool, and park improvements, and a review of current projects. The commission will also hear a council report on Vogelzang and provide time for commission comments before adjourning.

• Walk location of proposed recreation center, indoor pool, and park improvements
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2025
• Review of current projects
• Council report – Vogelzang
• Citizen comments

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; staff presented updates on the proposed recreation‑center bond, ongoing park projects, and upcoming events. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

• Approved minutes from July 21, 2025

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will discuss a proposed Equal Protection Resolution and consider several contract approvals. Council members will vote on an option agreement with Bader Development, LLC for Lot 4 in the Iowa River Landing district, where the developer will pay $5,000 for a one‑year option. They will also approve Amendment No. 2 to the license agreement with the Iowa Children’s Museum, increasing the annual payment to $63,000 and extending the term to Jan 31 2027. Finally, the council will act on a consent calendar that includes alcohol license approvals, various payments, and change orders for infrastructure projects.

• Approve option agreement with Bader Development, LLC for Lot 4 Iowa River Landing, Part Two (developer pays $5,000 for one‑year option)
• Approve Amendment No. 2 to License Agreement with Iowa Children’s Museum, raising annual payment to $63,000 and extending term to Jan 31 2027
• Approve multiple Special Class C and Class E retail alcohol licenses (e.g., New Pioneer Food Co‑op, Texas Roadhouse, Wal‑Mart Supercenter #2827)
• Approve payments and change orders, including $15,000 to CHMWarnick, Inc., $12,320 to Tannery Creek Systems, $9,032.21 Change Order #6 for Well 16 improvements, and $122,057.83 Change Order #9 for 5th Street improvements
• Approve quote for Library Boiler Project to AAA Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for $117,449.65

The council voted 3‑aye, 2‑absent to approve the agenda for the September 9, 2025 meeting. Mayor Meghann Foster proclaimed several awareness weeks and events, but no formal votes were taken on those proclamations. Residents raised concerns about the Flock camera contract, yet the council did not take any action on the issue during this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (3 ayes, 2 absent)

City Council Work Sessions

The council work session provided updates on several city initiatives. The 5th Street reconstruction schedule was outlined, noting phased work and a storm‑sewer delay. RFQs for a new recreation center building and its architect were announced with a October 1 deadline. Additional items included a Habitat for Humanity volunteer day, completion of the first phase demolition for Gather Iowa, and an upcoming neighborhood meeting.

• Habitat for Humanity Women Build volunteer day on 9th Avenue scheduled for Oct 17
• 5th Street reconstruction phases: 12th Ave to Orange Theory now, final phase to Fire Station slated for spring 2026, delayed by storm‑sewer work
• RFQ for a recreation center building due Oct 1; separate RFQ for an architect is open
• Demolition of the first phase of Gather Iowa is complete
• Neighborhood meeting with Forevergreen Road and Kelsey Court residents set for Sep 11 at 6:00 pm

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from August 6, 2025. They will review the library’s planning process with consultant Maureen Sullivan and consider approving the CPL Strategic Plan. Bills from August will also be approved, along with reports from the library’s Friends group and Foundation.

• Consider approval of the CPL Strategic Plan with Maureen Sullivan
• Consider approval of the minutes of the August 6, 2025 meeting
• Consider approval of the bills for August

The Coralville Public Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. The board also approved the draft CPL Strategic Plan, adding a recommendation to prioritize partnership initiatives, with a unanimous vote. Finally, the board approved payment of the August bills, including the Antelope Lending Library contract and the Hoopla invoice, again unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved draft CPL Strategic Plan with priority recommendation for partnerships (unanimous)
• Approved payment of August bills, including Antelope Lending Library and Hoopla (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding site plan amendments and land use changes. The body will also consider a final plat for Forevergreen Heights and a property annexation.

• Public hearing for Costco Wholesale amended PUD-B Site Plan for Heartland Plaza Part 2
• Final plat recommendation for Forevergreen Heights Phase 3, Part 2
• Annexation request by GRD Burleson, LLC for Auditors Parcel 2025047
• Public hearing to change land use map from Corridor Commercial to Mixed-Use at 198 1st Street and 106 1st Avenue
• Public hearing for PUD-B Site Plan and Final Plat for Gather Iowa 1st Addition

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved several development recommendations, including Costco's amended PUD‑B site plan for Heartland Plaza Part 2, Forevergreen Heights Phase 3 final plat, annexation of Auditors Parcel 2025047, a land‑use map amendment for 198 1st St and 106 1st Ave, and both the PUD‑B site plan and final plat for Gather Iowa 1st Addition. All motions carried a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved recommendation for Costco Heartland Plaza Part 2 amended PUD‑B site plan (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation for Forevergreen Heights Phase 3 final plat (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation to annex Auditors Parcel 2025047 (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation to amend land‑use map for 198 1st St & 106 1st Ave to mixed‑use (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation for Gather Iowa 1st Addition PUD‑B site plan (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation for Gather Iowa 1st Addition final plat (5‑0)

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission did not hold its regularly scheduled September 2, 2025 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2025 at Noon.

The Coralville Arts Commission meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025 was cancelled. No regular meeting is planned for October. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at noon.

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings on financing for a new Recreation Center and the Coralville Youth Sports Park Project Part III. The body will also review several residential and commercial rezonings and a new policy regarding targeted goat grazing.

• Public hearing on General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreements for a Recreation Center not to exceed $45,000,000.00
• Public hearings for Coralville Youth Sports Park Project Part III, Bid Packages #1 and #2
• Rezoning of 404 2nd Street from Light Industrial to Arterial Commercial for a proposed Credit Union
• Rezoning and site plan for 5th Street Villas (20-unit townhomes) and Magnolia Meadows (65 residential units)
• Approval of $612,209.00 for the Dubuque Street NE and Forevergreen Road Roundabout Project

The council approved a motion to amend the agenda, moving the review and discussion of the proposed Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) policy down the agenda. The motion carried with four Ayes and one absent council member. No other decisions were recorded in the meeting minutes.

• Amended agenda to postpone ALPR policy review until Councilperson Hai Huynh arrives (4 Ayes, 1 absent)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Christian Brothers Automotive. The body will consider whether to approve a Conditional Use Permit for an automotive service and repair business.

• Conditional Use Permit request for automotive service and repair at 3230 Crosspark Road (Coral Ridge Commerce Park – Part 2, Phase Eight)

The Board of Adjustment approved its agenda and the March 17, 2025 minutes unanimously. It then approved a Conditional Use Permit for Christian Brothers Automotive to operate an automotive service and repair business at 3230 Crosspark Road, with staff‑recommended conditions. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Christian Brothers Automotive at 3230 Crosspark Road (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning changes, urban renewal plan amendments, and funding decisions. Key items include amendments to the 12th Avenue Urban Renewal Plan to add a recreation center project, vacation of excess right-of-way for the Jade Ridge development, and zoning changes for multiple properties. The council will also consider a local option sales tax proposal for the November 2025 ballot and approve contracts for various city services and projects.

• Amendment No. 12 to 12th Avenue Urban Renewal Plan to add Recreation Center project and park improvements
• Vacation of excess 5th Street Place Right-of-Way for Jade Ridge, Lot 1 development
• Rezoning 5th Street Villas from R-2 to R-PUD 2 for 20-unit townhome development
• Rezoning Magnolia Meadows from C-PUD 2 to R-PUD 2 for 65 residential units on 17.03 acres
• Rezoning 404 2nd Street from I-2 to C-2 for former McGrath Car Dealership redevelopment

The City Council approved the meeting agenda by a vote of five ayes. No other motions, resolutions, or ordinances were adopted during the session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of community comments on the proposed Kelsey Lane extension, surveillance concerns, and other local issues.

• Approved meeting agenda (5 ayes)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council conducted a site visit to review the 5th Street reconstruction project. City Engineer Scott Larson provided updates on paving schedules and intersection reopenings.

• Mainline paving scheduled for Thursday, August 14
• Planned reopening of 5th Street and 7th Street intersection within a few weeks
• Reconstruction of the driveway in front of Fire Station #1

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to review reports from city officials and local theater groups. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a visit to The Great Zoo Escape at the CCPA.

• Report from City Council (Hai Huynh)
• Report from Parks and Recreation (Sherri Proud)
• Report from CCPA (Evan Hilsabeck)
• Report from City Circle Theatre Company (Amy Sunderman)
• Report from Young Footliters Youth Theatre (Evan Hilsabeck)

The Coralville Arts Commission met on September 2, 2025 at the Coralville Public Library Board Room. Members visited the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts to observe the rehearsal of "The Great Zoo Escape." No formal actions were taken or reports received. The meeting adjourned at 12:55 p.m.

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve July bills and discuss the 2025 Summer Reading Programs. The board will also consider alternative dates for fall meetings and receive reports from the library director and supporting organizations.

• Approval of bills for July
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2025
• Selection of alternative dates for Fall Library Board of Trustees meetings
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation

The board voted unanimously to approve the meeting agenda, the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting, and the July bills. It also set the fall meeting schedule, choosing the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. for October, November, and December, with specific dates listed. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July bills (unanimous)
• Set fall meeting dates: first Tuesday each month at 6 p.m.; Sept 3, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval for several plat requests. These include amendments and final plats for the Coral Ridge Commerce Park and a preliminary and final plat for the Corda Addition.

• Amended Preliminary Plat for Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2, Phases 8-12 & 14-16
• Final plat for Coral Ridge Commerce Park, Part 2, Phase 8
• Preliminary and final plat for Corda Addition

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three subdivision recommendations, all by a 7‑0 vote. It recommended approval of an amended preliminary plat for Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2 (Phases 8‑12 and 14‑16). It also recommended approval of the final plat for Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2 Phase 8. Finally, it recommended approval of both the preliminary and final plats for the Corda Addition.

• Approved recommendation for amended preliminary plat, Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2 Phases 8‑12 & 14‑16 (7‑0)
• Approved recommendation for final plat, Coral Ridge Commerce Park Part 2 Phase 8 (7‑0)
• Approved recommendation for preliminary plat, Corda Addition (7‑0)
• Approved recommendation for final plat, Corda Addition (7‑0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments, including townhomes and single-family units. The body will also discuss funding applications for utility improvements and approve various engineering service agreements.

• Public hearing for CDBG funding for 4th Avenue Place Utility Improvements
• Proposed rezoning of 5th Street Villas for a 20-unit townhome development
• Proposed rezoning of Magnolia Meadows for 65 residential units on 17.03 acres
• Engineering agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for Forevergreen Road Extension Phase 1 not to exceed $358,000.00
• Engineering agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for CRANDIC Levee Geotechnical Services not to exceed $94,400.00

The council adopted Resolution 2025-106, authorizing the mayor to submit a Federal CDBG application for water and sewer improvements on 4th Avenue Place. It also adopted Resolution 2025-107, approving the local match for that grant. Additionally, the council passed ordinances rezoning the 5th Street Villas, Magnolia Meadows, and 404 2nd Street sites.

• Resolution 2025-106 authorizing CDBG application adopted (5 Ayes)
• Resolution 2025-107 approving local match for CDBG adopted (5 Ayes)
• Ordinance 2025-1011 rezoning 5th Street Villas to R-PUD 2 adopted (5 Ayes)
• Ordinance 2025-1012 rezoning Magnolia Meadows to R-PUD 2 adopted (5 Ayes)
• Ordinance 2025-1013 rezoning 404 2nd Street to C-2 adopted (5 Ayes)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council reviewed draft ballot language for a Local Option Sales Tax, which would allocate 50% of proceeds to property tax relief and 50% to capital projects including a recreation center. The vote is scheduled for November 4, with early voting starting October 15.

• Draft ballot language for Local Option Sales Tax
• FY25 City Clerk report including $43,367 in beer and liquor license permit fees
• Upcoming demolition at the future Gather Iowa site

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss a collaborative project called the North Ridge Book Walk. The project involves the Coralville Public Library, Coralville Parks and Recreation, and The Iowa Children’s Museum.

• North Ridge Book Walk collaboration presentation by Kyle Moehlis and Sara Glenn

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. The rest of the session consisted of council updates, staff reports, public comments, and a walking tour of the new Book Walk.

• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes

City Council Meetings

Local government bodies and school districts are meeting to coordinate on disaster assistance, crisis response, and health campaigns. The meeting also includes a reminder of filing deadlines and signature requirements for the November 4, 2025, city and school elections.

• Update on Individual Disaster Assistance Programs from United Way and HACAP
• Discussion on Crisis Response Programs collaboration
• Joint County Health Departments measles information campaign
• 2025 City/School Election filing periods (August 11 to September 18)
• Candidate signature requirements for Iowa City, University Heights, Coralville, North Liberty, Solon, Tiffin, Hills, Lone Tree, Oxford, Shueyville, and Swisher

Solon City Administrator Cami Rasmussen announced that Solon has entered a new five‑year contract with the Johnson County Sheriff's Department, replacing the previous 28‑year series of annual contracts. No other substantive council actions or votes were recorded during the joint meeting.

• Solon entered a 5‑year contract with Johnson County Sheriff's Department (announcement, no vote tally recorded)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Dahnovan Holdings, LLC. The body will consider recommending approval for a rezoning, site plan, and plats for the 5th Street Villas project.

• Public hearing for Dahnovan Holdings, LLC regarding 5th Street Villas
• Proposed rezoning from Two-Family Residential District (R-2) to Residential Planned Unit Development Two District (R-PUD-2)
• Consideration of PUD-B site plan
• Consideration of preliminary plat
• Consideration of final plat

The commission approved the July 14 agenda unanimously. It then voted 6‑0 to recommend approval of the rezoning from R‑2 to R‑PUD‑2, the PUD‑B site plan, the preliminary plat, and the final plat for the 5th Street Villas project. The meeting was adjourned with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved July 14 agenda (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning to Residential Planned Unit Development Two (R-PUD-2) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of PUD-B site plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will discuss a grant application for water and sewer improvements on 4th Avenue Place and a 3% pay increase for the City Administrator. The body is also reviewing permits for the 5th Street Social and various business alcohol licenses.

• Proposed CDBG grant application of approximately $550,000 for 8-inch water and sewer mains on 4th Avenue Place
• Resolution to accept a $1,300.00 tobacco violation penalty from Casey’s #2779
• Proposed 3.00% increase to the City Administrator Compensation Package
• Payment of $127,763.00 to Handerson Products, Inc. for snow equipment
• Payment of $138,580.21 to WRH, Inc. for Well 16 Improvements

The council approved the meeting agenda with a unanimous 5‑aye vote. It then adopted Resolution 2025‑100, also by a 5‑aye vote, to schedule a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for utility improvements at 4th Avenue Place. The hearing is set for July 22, 2025. No vote was taken on the proposed ALPR camera issue.

• Approved meeting agenda (5 Ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-100 to set public hearing on CDBG application for 4th Avenue Place utility improvements (5 Ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

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

• Approval of bills for June
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2025
• Report from Mike Jorgensen, Adult Services Librarian

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting, each by unanimous vote. It also approved payment of the June bills, including the Innovative Interfaces, AAA Mechanical Contractors, and Good Bones invoices, with a unanimous motion. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Innovative Interfaces bill (unanimous)
• Approved payment of AAA Mechanical Contractors bill (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Good Bones reupholstery bill (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests. The body is considering recommendations for site plans, plats, and rezoning for multiple residential and commercial projects.

• The Bluffs at Brown Deer, 2nd Addition: amended PUD-B site plan, Preliminary Plat, and Final Plat
• Forevergreen Heights: PUD-A Site Plan Amendment and Amended Preliminary Plat for Phase 4, Part 1
• Jade Ridge, Lot 1: PUD-B Site Plan, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and Plat of Survey ROW Vacation
• Magnolia Meadows: rezoning from C-PUD-2 to R-PUD-2, PUD-B Site Plan, Preliminary Plat, and Final Plat
• 404 2nd Street: rezoning from I-2 Light Industrial District to C-2 Arterial Commercial District

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5‑0 on multiple recommendations to approve amended site plans, preliminary and final plats, and rezoning requests. All motions were carried without dissent. The approvals cover residential duplexes, apartment developments, commercial mixed‑use projects, and right‑of‑way adjustments.

• Recommended approval of amended PUD‑B Site Plan for Bluffs at Brown Deer (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat for Bluffs at Brown Deer (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of Final Plat for Bluffs at Brown Deer (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of amended PUD‑A Site Plan for Forevergreen Heights (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of Amended Preliminary Plat for Forevergreen Heights Phase 4 Part 1 (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of PUD‑B Site Plan, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat and ROW Vacation for Jade Ridge (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning to R‑PUD‑2 and associated site plan and preliminary plat for Magnolia Meadows (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning of 404 2nd St from I‑2 to C‑2 (5‑0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from the City Council, Parks and Recreation, CCPA, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre. No specific new business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and CCPA
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the May and June 2025 minutes. It confirmed the creation of fundraising committees for Coral County Arts and Young Footliters, with training to begin in July. The Young Footliters Youth Theatre board elected Mark Doobay as the new chair, replacing Matt Falduto. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous, no vote recorded)
• Approved May 2025 minutes with no corrections
• Approved June 2025 minutes as is
• Formed Coral County Arts fundraising committee (training to start July)
• Formed Young Footliters fundraising committee (training to start July)
• Young Footliters Youth Theatre board elected Mark Doobay as chair (Matt Falduto stepped down)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Zoning Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The body is also deciding on a land use change for 5th Street Villas to allow 20 townhomes and updating fireworks and policing ordinances to comply with state law.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-1010 to amend the Zoning Code for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Ordinance No. 2025-1007 to rezone 5th Street Villas for 20 townhome units
• Hearing for tobacco permit violation at Casey’s General Stores (1987 2nd Street)
• Reimbursement agreement for Law Enforcement Mental Health Liaison at $3,722.63 per month
• Three supplemental agreements with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for 5th Street Improvements totaling $161,265.00

The council approved Ordinance No. 2025‑1010, amending Chapter 165 of the Coralville Zoning Code to incorporate state‑mandated accessory dwelling units and other use changes. The council also adopted Ordinance 2025‑1007 designating the 5th Street Villas area as medium‑density residential, Ordinance 2025‑1008 updating fireworks regulations, and Ordinance 2025‑1009 removing the unbiased policing chapter. Additionally, Resolution 2025‑93 adopting the 2025 Johnson County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan was adopted. All motions carried with four votes in favor and one council member absent.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1010 amending Chapter 165 of the Zoning Code (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1007 designating 5th Street Villas as Medium Density Residential (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1008 amending Chapter 41 Fireworks Regulation (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1009 removing Chapter 31 Unbiased Policing (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-93 adopting the 2025 Johnson County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council discussed upcoming planning and zoning projects for July and received a presentation on Flock license plate recognition cameras. The Water Superintendent provided a departmental report on water quality and infrastructure.

• Proposed Flock cameras at 1st Avenue near I-80, 1st Avenue near Highway 6, and Coral Ridge Avenue near Highway 6
• Bluffs at Brown Deer: PUD B site plan for 6 zero-lot units
• Magnolia Meadows: 65 residential units at Jones Boulevard and Merchant Street
• McGrath Auto site: Proposed rezone from industrial to commercial for a credit union
• 5th Street Villas: 20 multi-family units on 5th Street at the Love A Lot site

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct a tour of the Creekside Concessions and review programs at Creekside Ballpark. Members will also visit Becky’s Creek Reach and Reach 1 of the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank.

• Tour of Creekside Concessions
• Program update for Creekside Ballpark
• Site visit to Becky’s Creek Reach
• Site visit to Reach 1, Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank

The commission discussed the Creekside Sports Park facilities, adult softball trends, and sand volleyball plans. Council reported a 3% cost‑of‑living increase approval and rejection of bids for Youth Sports Park Phase III, but the commission did not vote on these items. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded by the commission.

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on increasing monthly Park and Ride fees. The body will also consider ordinances regarding fireworks, unbiased policing, and a land-use change for 5th Street Villas.

• Proposed increase of Intermodal Park and Ride fee from $50.00 to $55.00 per month
• Ordinance to redevelop 5th Street Villas into 20 townhome units
• Engineering Services Agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. not to exceed $32,000.00
• Biosolids Land Application Agreement with Wulfekuhle Injection & Pumping, Inc. not to exceed $195,000.00
• Proposed 3.00% increase in the Non-Bargaining Pay Scale effective July 1, 2025

The council approved the agenda and removed the Nuisance Abatement hearing item. It adopted several resolutions and ordinances, including a park‑and‑ride fee adjustment, plat approvals for Coralville West Village, a medium‑density designation for 5th Street Villas, and updates to the fireworks rules. The most consequential action was the deletion of Chapter 31 – Unbiased Policing, passed by a 4‑aye vote.

• Approved agenda (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Amended agenda to remove Nuisance Abatement Hearing (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Approved Park and Ride fee adjustment (Resolution 2025-88) (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Reaffirmed approval of plats and site plans for Coralville West Village (Resolution 2025-89) (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Amended Community Plan to designate 5th Street Villas as Medium Density Residential (Ordinance 2025-1007) (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Adopted Fireworks ordinance amendments (Ordinance 2025-1008) (3 Ayes, 2 Absent)
• Deleted Chapter 31 – Unbiased Policing (Ordinance 2025-1009) (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Approved Engineering Services Agreement for 4th Avenue Place CDBG utility improvements (Resolution 2025-90) (4 Ayes, 1 Absent)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council discussed a proposed $4.1 million transfer from the General Fund to the Iowa River Landing project fund due to a projected fund balance of 48%. The body also reviewed updates on transit audits, housing projects, and potential future solid waste rate increases.

• Proposed $4.1 million transfer from General Fund to Iowa River Landing project fund
• Discussion of future increased Solid Waste rates
• Review of Gather Iowa and 4th Avenue Place projects
• Draft proposal for a Community Safety Committee
• Development of ballot language for LOSST property tax relief

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review administrative items and personnel lists. The primary action item is the certification of the hiring list for police officers.

• Certification of the Police Officer Hiring List

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting. It then approved the certification of the police officer hiring list. The meeting was adjourned after all motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved police officer hiring list (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the May bills and previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on the 2025 Summer Reading Programs and reports from the library's foundation and friends group.

• Approval of bills for May
• Update on Summer Reading Programs 2025
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. The Board also approved payment of the May bills, including the Innovative maintenance agreement and other service fees, with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved May bills for payment as presented (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a zoning code amendment pursuant to Chapter 165 of the City of Coralville Code of Ordinances. The meeting also includes standard procedural approvals.

• Zoning Code Amendment pursuant to City of Coralville Code of Ordinances, Chapter 165

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes, each by a 4-0 vote. The commission also voted 4-0 to recommend adoption of the proposed zoning code amendments, which incorporate state legislation on accessory dwelling units and variance requirements. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved June 4, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to adopt proposed zoning code amendments (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from city departments and local theater organizations. The body will also review updates regarding summer programs.

• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and CCPA
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre
• Summer Programs update

The commission approved its meeting agenda and confirmed approval of the updated Parks and Recreation job descriptions. The minutes also reported on upcoming performances, summer program expansions, and a free film showing partnership with the public library. No vote tallies were recorded for the approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved updated Parks and Recreation job descriptions (no vote tally recorded)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council discussed a local option sales tax and its potential revenue distribution between Coralville, Iowa City, North Liberty, and Johnson County. Members also reviewed necessary ordinance changes to comply with new state legislation. The session included reports on human resources and city administration updates.

• Discussion of local option sales tax with estimated annual generation of $9.6 million
• Proposed ordinance changes for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Proposed ordinance changes allowing fireworks on July 3, 4, December 31, and January 1
• Planned disbanding of the Citizens’ Community Police Advisory Board by August 13, 2025
• Review of zoning code updates based on Iowa legislature actions

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment and discuss multiple residential projects, including townhomes and multi-family buildings. The body will also consider loan agreements for infrastructure and updates to utility franchise agreements.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment
• Proposal to redevelop 5th Street Villas into 20 townhome units
• PUD-B Site Plans for two 36-unit multi-family buildings at Ridgeview – Part Three
• General Obligation Loan Agreements for infrastructure not to exceed $1,700,000.00
• 28E Agreement with Johnson County for a Mobility Coordinator not to exceed $18,890.00

The council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment, adding about $35 million in revenue and $48 million in expenses, including $20 million from hotel‑remodel refinancing. They also approved a 28E agreement to fund a Johnson County Mobility Coordinator position up to $18,890. The land‑use designation for the 5th Street Villas property was changed to Medium‑Density Residential. Finally, the council approved the final plat for Ridgeview – Part Three and the PUD‑B site plan for Lot 28 of that development, each adopted with a roll‑call vote of five Ayes.

• Approved FY 2025 Budget Amendment (5 Ayes)
• Approved 28E Mobility Coordinator agreement (5 Ayes)
• Approved land‑use change for 5th Street Villas to Medium‑Density Residential (5 Ayes)
• Approved Final Plat for Ridgeview – Part Three (5 Ayes)
• Approved PUD‑B Site Plan for Lot 28, Ridgeview – Part Three (5 Ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will tour Creekside Ballpark concessions and programs, then walk to view Becky's Creek Reach and the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of updates and a site visit.

• Tour of Creekside Concessions and update on programs at Creekside Ballpark
• Walk to view Becky’s Creek Reach and Reach 1, Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank
• Director's Report

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a development agreement with Old Gold & Black, LLC for the historic renovation of the former Iowa River Power Restaurant. The body is also considering several franchise fee increases and infrastructure funding requests.

• Development Agreement with Old Gold & Black, LLC to rebate added property tax revenue for 10 years
• Proposed increase of gas and electric franchise fees from 1% to 2% for MidAmerican Energy and Linn County REC
• Rezoning of Gregory Ridge Subdivision from R-4 and R-2 to R-1 Single-Family Residential District
• General Obligation Bonds for infrastructure improvements not to exceed $1,700,000.00
• Federal-Aid Agreement for Forevergreen Road Extension Phase 1 in the amount of $2,500,000.00

The council adopted Resolution 2025‑62 approving a Development Agreement with Old Gold & Black, LLC to renovate the former Iowa River Power Restaurant. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑63 authorizing an application to the Federal Transit Administration for federal transportation assistance. Ordinances 1003, 1004 and 1005 were passed granting MidAmerican Energy franchise rights for electric and natural‑gas service and raising the electricity franchise fee to 2%. An amendment rezoning the Gregory Ridge Subdivision to single‑family use was approved, and a public hearing was scheduled for the FY 2025 budget amendment.

• Approved Development Agreement with Old Gold & Black, LLC (Resolution 2025‑62) (5‑0)
• Authorized filing of Federal Transit Administration application (Resolution 2025‑63) (5‑0)
• Granted MidAmerican Energy electric franchise and 20‑year fee authority (Ordinance 1003) (5‑0)
• Granted MidAmerican Energy natural‑gas franchise and 20‑year fee authority (Ordinance 1004) (5‑0)
• Increased electricity franchise fee to 2% for Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative (Ordinance 1005) (5‑0)
• Rezoned Gregory Ridge Subdivision from R‑4/R‑2 to R‑1 single‑family district (Ordinance 2025‑1003) (5‑0)
• Set public hearing for FY 2025 Budget Amendment (Resolution 2025‑64) (5‑0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session to receive updates from the City Administrator. Discussions included the Iowa City Community School District's Facility Master Plan 2.0 financing and upcoming agenda items.

• Discussion of Iowa City Community School District Facility Master Plan 2.0 financing
• Notice of future work session regarding local option sales tax
• Notice of a future executive session

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approval of the April bills and minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also review selected library policies and procedures, as well as the library's report to the City Council. Reports from the Friends of the Library and the Library Foundation are scheduled. No major policy changes or funding decisions are explicitly listed on the agenda.

• Consider approval of bills for April
• Review selected Library policies and procedures
• Review Library report to City Council
• Report from Friends of the Coralville Public Library
• Report from Coralville Public Library Foundation

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. It also approved the April bills, covering payment to McComas Lacina for lower‑level painting and drywall repair in the Discovery Corner ceiling, again unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved April bills for painting and drywall repairs (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests. The body will consider recommending approval for preliminary and final plats and a land use map amendment.

• Preliminary plat for SJS Golfview Estates
• PUD-B site plan and final plat for Ridgeview Part 3, Lot 28
• PUD-B site plan and final plat for Ridgeview Part 3, Lot 29
• Land Use Map Amendment from Public/Semi-Public and Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for 5th Street Villas

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of a preliminary plat for SJS Golfview Estates. It also voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of PUD‑B site plans for Ridgeview Lots 28 and 29, and a final plat for those lots. Additionally, the commission voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of a land‑use map amendment that changes 5th Street Villas to Medium‑Density Residential.

• Recommend approval of preliminary plat for SJS Golfview Estates (4‑0)
• Recommend approval of PUD‑B site plan for Ridgeview Lot 28 (4‑0)
• Recommend approval of PUD‑B site plan for Ridgeview Lot 29 (4‑0)
• Recommend approval of final plat for Ridgeview Lots 28 and 29 (4‑0)
• Recommend approval of land‑use map amendment for 5th Street Villas (4‑0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and local theatre organizations. The commission will also welcome new member Alycia Lentz.

• Welcome of new Arts Commission Member Alycia Lentz
• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and CCPA
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

The Coralville Arts Commission formally approved changes to its upcoming season, adding White Christmas, Jesus Christ Superstar, Drowsy Chaperone, and Newsies to the schedule. The meeting also approved the agenda and the February minutes, and welcomed new member Alycia Lentz.

• Approved next season’s program changes: White Christmas, Jesus Christ Superstar, Drowsy Chaperone, Newsies

Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board

The Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with updates from Mayor Foster and Police Chief Nicholson, a guest presentation by Officer Anthony Detwiler, and discussion of potential community events such as Trunk-or-Treat and Shop with a Cop. The board will also approve minutes and set the next meeting date.

• Guest speaker Officer Anthony Detwiler
• Update from Mayor Foster
• Update from Police Chief Nicholson on department happenings
• New business: ideas for community events (Trunk-or-Treat, Shop with a Cop)

The Coralville Citizens Community Policing Advisory Board unanimously approved its agenda. It also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The meeting also includes public hearings on transit funding, utility franchise agreements, and local development projects.

• Public hearing and consideration of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• FY 2026 Iowa DOT transit funding application including $21,681,591.00 in federal capital assistance
• Proposed rezoning of Gregory Ridge Subdivision from R-4 and R-2 to R-1
• Agreement for $500,000.00 in TSIP funding for the Heartland Drive and Commerce Drive Roundabout
• Issuance of $3,120,000.00 in Water Revenue Bonds for Well 16 Improvements

The City Council approved the meeting agenda with three votes in favor and two members absent. Mayor Meghann Foster proclaimed April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day. The mayor also proclaimed May 2025 as NAMI Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Approved meeting agenda (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Proclaimed April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day
• Proclaimed May 2025 as NAMI Mental Health Awareness Month

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will meet to receive updates on Parks and Recreation projects. The agenda also includes reports from the Council and the Director.

• Parks and Recreation Projects Update
• Council Report - Vogelzang
• Director Report - Proud

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting after a motion by Goulding and a second by Gissendanner. The commission then adjourned the meeting following a motion by Gissendanner and a second by Mount. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Goulding, seconded by Gissendanner)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Gissendanner, seconded by Mount)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will consider resetting public hearings for April 22 on amendments to franchise agreements with MidAmerican Energy and Linn County REC to increase the fee from 1% to 2%. The council will also consider approving a three-year union contract with AFSCME Local 183 for transit employees with pay raises totaling 9.5% over the term, and setting a public hearing for the Coralville Youth Sports Project Part III. Other notable items include a professional services agreement for Clear Creek stream mitigation and support for an Iowa Thriving Communities Program application.

• Resolution to reset public hearings for franchise fee increase (1% to 2%) on April 22
• Approve three-year AFSCME Local 183 transit union contract with 3%, 3.25%, 3.25% raises
• Set public hearing for Coralville Youth Sports Project Part III (two ballfields, trail, restrooms)
• Professional services agreement with Eocene Environmental for Clear Creek stream mitigation, not to exceed $24,500
• Resolution of support for Iowa Thriving Communities Program application to incentivize housing development

The City Council adopted a resolution approving an agreement with AFSCME Local 183 representing transit employees, effective July 1 2025 through June 30 2028. It also adopted a resolution to reset public hearings on the franchise agreements with MidAmerican Energy Company and Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative, with the hearing scheduled for April 22 2025. Additionally, the Council set a public hearing for the Coralville Youth Sports Project Part III, also slated for April 22 2025.

• Approved AFSCME Local 183 transit employees agreement (4-0-1)
• Adopted resolution to reset franchise agreement hearings (4-0-1)
• Set public hearing for Coralville Youth Sports Project Part III (4-0-1)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council received a report on Tax Increment Financing areas and discussed the FY2026 budget. Discussions included the potential impact of Iowa legislature property tax reform and economic development support for large counties.

• Review of Oakdale, 12th Avenue, and Mall Highway 6 TIF areas
• Discussion on Iowa legislature property tax reform impacts
• FY2026 Budget discussion regarding economic development support
• Notification that the Guidelink center director is leaving

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider approving the agenda, minutes from March, and bills for March. The board will hear a staff report from Kate Dale and review selected library policies. A recommendation for the T. Patricia Dee Volunteer Service Award is on the agenda for consideration.

• Approval of bills for March (amount not specified in agenda)
• Consideration of recommendation for T. Patricia Dee Volunteer Service Award
• Review of selected library policies and procedures
• Reports from Friends of the Coralville Public Library and Coralville Public Library Foundation

The Library Board unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 5 meeting. It also approved payment of the March bills, removal of two sections from the library policies, and adoption of the revised Collection Development and Materials Selection Policy. Additionally, the board accepted the nomination and awarded the T. Patricia Dee Volunteer Service Award to Margaret Mellecker.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of March bills as presented (unanimous)
• Removed Complaints about Library Resources and Statement of Concern from policies (unanimous)
• Approved Collection Development and Materials Selection Policy as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted nomination and awarded T. Patricia Dee Volunteer Service Award to Margaret Mellecker (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding subdivision plats and rezoning. The body will consider recommendations for the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Subdivision and the Gregory Ridge Subdivision.

• Preliminary and final plat for Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Subdivision
• Rezoning request for Gregory Ridge Subdivision from R-4 and R-2 districts to R-1 Single-Family Residential District
• Preliminary plat for Gregory Ridge Subdivision
• Final plat for Gregory Ridge Subdivision

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5‑0 to recommend approval of both the preliminary and final plats for the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Subdivision. It also voted 5‑0 to recommend rezoning the Gregory Ridge property to R‑1 Single‑Family Residential and to approve its preliminary and final plats. Agenda and minutes approvals were also unanimous.

• Approved recommendation for Preliminary Plat of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Final Plat of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to rezone Gregory Ridge property to R-1 Single-Family Residential (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Preliminary Plat of Gregory Ridge Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Final Plat of Gregory Ridge Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved April 2, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 8, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a special meeting for a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 property tax levy. A subsequent regular meeting will address franchise fee increases, insurance renewals, and a police union contract.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2026 Property Tax Levy
• Proposed increase of gas and electric franchise fees from 1% to 2%
• Police union agreement with PPME effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028
• Payment of $96,258.69 to The Northway Company for Well 9 Rehabilitation
• Contract award to Advanced Electrical Service for Town Center Emergency Lighting not to exceed $31,200.00

The council approved its agenda and adopted several proclamations. It approved a Revenue Purpose Statement specifying how gas and electric franchise fee revenues will be used. The body also set public hearings on a proposed franchise fee increase and the FY 2026 budget, and approved new insurance carriers and representatives.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Revenue Purpose Statement for Gas & Electric Franchise Fees (4-0)
• Set public hearing on franchise fee increase to 2% (4-0)
• Set public hearing on FY 2026 Budget (4-0)
• Approved Iowa Communities Assurance Pool as insurance carrier (4-0)
• Appointed Lynn M. Knight and Kelly J. Hayworth to represent the city with ICAP (4-0)
• Approved Travelers as cyber liability insurance carrier (4-0)
• Proclaimed World Theater Day for March 27, 2025 (4-0)

City Council Meetings

At a special meeting, the Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 property tax levy (total proposed $23.7M, up from $22.9M). At the regular meeting, they will consider a resolution to increase gas and electric franchise fees from 1% to 2%, setting a public hearing for April 8. They will also consider a three-year union contract with the PPME police officers union, a trail easement with Applewood Condominiums, and approve various expenditures including $96k for Well 9 rehabilitation and $31k for Town Center emergency lighting. A work session on the 2026 budget and a fire department report will follow.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2026 property tax levy (total $23,736,812, up from $22,948,571)
• Consider resolution to increase gas/electric franchise fee from 1% to 2%
• Consider three-year contract with PPME Police Officers union (July 2025–June 2028)
• Consider trail easement with Applewood Condominiums for trail to Kirkwood Elementary School
• Approve $96,258.69 for Well 9 rehabilitation and $31,200 for Town Center Emergency Lighting Inverter Replacement

The City Council adopted several resolutions, including a revenue purpose statement for gas and electric franchise fees and a resolution to hold a public hearing on increasing the franchise fee from 1% to 2%. It also set a public hearing for the FY 2026 budget and approved new insurance carriers and representatives. All votes were recorded as 4 Ayes with 1 member absent.

• Approved Revenue Purpose Statement for Gas & Electric Franchise Fees (Resolution 2025-36, 4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted resolution to hold public hearing on franchise fee increase to 2% (Resolution 2025-37, 4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Adopted resolution to hold public hearing on FY 2026 Budget (Resolution 2025-38, 4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Approved Iowa Communities Assurance Pool as the City’s insurance carrier (Resolution 2025-39, 4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Appointed Lynn M. Knight and Kelly J. Hayworth to represent the City with ICAP (Resolution 2025-40, 4 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Approved Travelers as the City’s cyber liability insurance carrier (Resolution 2025-41, 4 Ayes, 1 Absent)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council held a work session focusing on the FY2026 budget, with discussion of pending property tax legislation and budget cuts taken by other Iowa cities, including cuts to police, libraries, and recreation. The Fire Department presented its annual report, noting 1,124 calls in 2024 and pending regionalization legislation. The Council also noted plans for a future discussion on child care availability and a city administrator evaluation.

• Discussion of FY2026 budget including property tax bills and potential cuts to police, libraries, recreation, and pool closures
• Fire Chief presented annual report: 1,124 calls in 2024, down from 1,138 in 2023, with 63% occurring between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm
• Pending legislation on property tax reform and fire department regionalization in Iowa
• Future discussion on child care availability with Missie Forbes of 4C's
• City administrator evaluation to be scheduled

Board of Adjustment

The Coralville Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider approving conditional use permits for Lowe’s, Theisen’s, and Walmart to operate temporary seasonal lawn and garden centers in their parking lots. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and election of officers.

• Public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for Lowe’s at 2701 2nd Street for a seasonal lawn and garden center
• Public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for Theisen’s at 100 Westcor Drive for a seasonal lawn and garden center
• Public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for Walmart at 2801 Commerce Drive for a seasonal lawn and garden center
• Election of Board of Adjustment officers

The Coralville Board of Adjustment approved conditional use permits for Lowe's, Theisen's, and Walmart to operate temporary seasonal Lawn and Garden Centers in their parking areas, each limited to March through October 2025. The board also approved the agenda, previous minutes, and elected Matthew Meyer as Vice-Chairperson for 2025.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 16, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Elected Matthew Meyer as Vice-Chairperson for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Lowe's conditional use permit for seasonal Lawn and Garden Center at 2701 2nd St, limited to March-October 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Theisen's conditional use permit for seasonal Lawn and Garden Center at 100 Westcor Dr, limited to March-October 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Walmart conditional use permit for seasonal Lawn and Garden Center at 2801 Commerce Dr, limited to March-October 2025 (3-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider loan agreements up to $1,700,000 for water, sewer, street, and flood protection projects. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 property tax levy and a proposal to increase utility franchise fees from 1% to 2%.

• Public hearing for General Obligation Essential Corporate Purpose Loan Agreements not to exceed $1,700,000
• Proposed increase of gas and electric franchise fees from 1% to 2%
• Payment of $208,318.85 to Maxwell Construction for West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer Phase 2
• Purchase of 275 banquet chairs for Brown Deer Clubhouse not to exceed $81,245
• Payment of $43,148.58 to Randy’s Flooring for Coralville Public Library carpeting

The Coralville City Council approved several resolutions including $1.7M in loan agreements, an amendment to the Piper Sandler financial services agreement, a fire protection mutual aid agreement, a lease addendum with ImOn Communications, and a license agreement amendment with DeFauw Corporation. They also set a public hearing for the FY2026 property tax levy and a revenue purpose statement for raising franchise fees. The consent calendar with numerous payments and licenses was approved.

• Approved Resolution 2025-29 authorizing loan agreements up to $1.7M (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-30 amending financial services agreement with Piper Sandler & Co. (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-31 setting public hearing for FY2026 property tax levy (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-32 for fire protection mutual aid 28E agreement (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-33 lease addendum with ImOn Communications (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-34 first amendment to license agreement with DeFauw Corporation (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-35 setting public hearing on franchise fee revenue purpose statement (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved consent calendar including payments, licenses, and change orders (3-0, 2 absent)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council received updates on the phased construction of the Forevergreen Road extension and other infrastructure projects. Staff discussed the timeline for 5th Street and 5th Avenue work, as well as potential federal funding cuts for electric paratransit buses.

• Forevergreen Road extension Phase 1 bidding scheduled for January 2026
• 5th Street project Phase 3 starting March 17 with June 27, 2025 completion
• Oakdale Boulevard Force Main project scheduled for June 1, 2025 completion
• Reconstruction of north end of 5th Avenue to add hammerhead turnaround and fix drainage
• Discussion of potential federal funding cuts for electric paratransit buses

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will conduct a tour of East Ridge Elementary and receive an update on programming. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024 year and a Director Report.

• Tour of East Ridge Elementary and programming update
• 2024 Year in Review Report
• Director Report - Proud

The Coralville Parks and Recreation Commission met on March 10, 2025, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting included a tour of the before and after school program (BASP) at East Ridge Elementary, a report on the program's current enrollment and future plans, and updates from the director on various projects, including a sewer repair at the library and the Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve February bills and the previous meeting's minutes. The agenda includes a review of selected library policies and procedures. Reports will be provided by the Library Network Administrator, the Friends of the Coralville Public Library, the Library Foundation, and the Director.

• Approval of February bills
• Review of selected library policies and procedures

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees approved the revised Test Proctoring Policy, which adds a four-hour time limit for reservations. They also approved the February bills, including payments for databases and the carpet project, and discussed upcoming events and reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February bills as presented, including ProQuest and Randy's Flooring (unanimous)
• Approved Test Proctoring Policy changes with 4-hour limit (unanimous)

Arts Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Coralville Arts Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, citizen comments, and reports from liaisons to the City Council, Parks and Recreation, CCPA, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre. No new business or action items are listed.

• Routine liaison reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, CCPA, City Circle Theatre, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold a public hearing on a State Revolving Fund loan for Well 16 Improvements, expected up to $3.5 million. They will also hold a hearing on amending the Urban Renewal Plan to add the Youth Sports Park project ($1.8 million) and consider a design contract with Confluence. Other items include third and final consideration of a zoning code amendment, awarding a contract for Wells 9 & 10 generator replacements, and approving a revised Drug and Alcohol Policy.

• Public hearing on SRF loan (up to $3,500,000) for Well 16 Improvements
• Public hearing on Amendment No. 12 to Urban Renewal Plan for Youth Sports Park ($1,800,000)
• Third reading of zoning code amendments (Ordinance 2025-1002)
• Awarding contract for Wells 9 & 10 standby generator replacements
• Resolution to set public hearing on General Obligation bonds (up to $1,700,000) for multiple street and infrastructure projects

The Coralville City Council approved a $248,300 design and construction administration contract with Confluence for Youth Sports Park Phase 3 improvements, and authorized a Water Revenue Loan Agreement for Well 16 improvements. They also approved a revised Drug and Alcohol Policy, accepted a low bid for standby generators at Wells 9 & 10, and adopted a zoning code amendment. The meeting included proclamations and community comments on transgender rights and park safety.

• Approved Resolution 2025-22 for Water Revenue Loan Agreement for Well 16 improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-23 for Amendment No. 12 to the Coralville Urban Renewal Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-24 for Consulting Services Agreement with Confluence for Youth Sports Park Improvements, not to exceed $248,300 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-25 to set public hearing for General Obligation Loan Agreements (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-1002 amending Chapter 165, Coralville Zoning Code (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-26 accepting low bid from ACME Electric for Wells 9 & 10 Standby Generator Improvements at $269,132 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-27 for Contract and bond document for Wells 9 & 10 Standby Generator Improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-28 revising the City of Coralville Drug and Alcohol Policy (4-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council held a work session discussing the FY26 budget, with a proposed levy rate of $14.52739 per $1,000 of valuation. A public hearing on the levy is set for March 26 at 6:00 pm. The council also received the Parks and Recreation Department's 2024 report and updates on grant applications and FEMA funding.

• Proposed FY26 levy rate of $14.52739 per $1,000 of valuation
• Public hearing on the levy scheduled for March 26 at 6:00 pm
• Four grant applications submitted to MPOJC: Forevergreen Road Extension Phase 2, Dubuque Street/Forevergreen Road Roundabout, Iowa River Trail, and asphalt trail behind HyVee #2
• FEMA Region 7 and Iowa Homeland Security expressed confidence in ongoing funding for the BRIC utility resilience project
• Parks and Recreation Department 2024 report covering sports, programs, aquatics, golf, arts, parks, and events

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on disposing of property near Jasper Avenue and Forevergreen Road to settle a roundabout-related agreement. It will also consider ordinances to rezone 17 acres near Jones Boulevard and Merchant Street to Low Density Residential for 89 homes, and amend the zoning code. The council will award a contract for Well 16 Improvements and approve a $3.5 million State Revolving Fund loan for the project. Several engineering agreements and a consent calendar with numerous payments and license approvals are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on disposing of city-owned property west of Jasper Avenue and Forevergreen Road to the Ruth E. Rarick Trust to facilitate a roundabout.
• Ordinance to change zoning of 17.03 acres at Lot 1 and Outlot A, Veritas First Addition, from Medium to Low Density Residential for 89 single-family homes (3rd reading).
• Award contract for Well 16 Improvements (new Silurian drinking water well south of Oakdale Boulevard and east of Timber Lane) and related $3,500,000 State Revolving Fund loan.
• Engineering Services Agreement with McClure Engineering for Heartland Drive and Commerce Drive Roundabout design, not to exceed $193,400.
• Consent calendar includes payments: $457,725 to Maxwell Construction for West Land Use Central Trunk Sewer Phase 2, and $27,577 for replacement pond fountains at North Ridge Park and Brown Deer Golf Course.

The Coralville City Council awarded the Well 16 Improvements contract to WRH, Inc. for $2,396,610.00 and approved related contract and bond documents. The council also approved the disposal of real property to the Ruth E. Rarick Trust, adopted a zoning change for Lot 1 and Outlot A of Veritas First Addition, and approved several engineering service agreements. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Awarded Well 16 Improvements contract to WRH, Inc. for $2,396,610 (4-0)
• Approved disposal of real property to Ruth E. Rarick Trust (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance changing Veritas First Addition to Low Density Residential (4-0)
• Approved $193,400 engineering agreement with McClure Engineering for Heartland/Commerce roundabout (4-0)
• Approved $15,800 engineering agreement with HR Green for drainage model (4-0)
• Approved 28E alcohol enforcement agreement with Iowa Dept. of Revenue (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including licenses, payments, and police travel (4-0)
• Set Feb 25 public hearing for $3.5M water revenue loan (4-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council reviewed a plan to borrow and repay a Capital Improvement Program loan to minimize costs. The body also received updates on local redevelopment projects and the FY26 budget schedule.

• Proposed $1.4 million bond for FY26 to fund projects including the Commerce/Heartland Drive roundabout
• First public hearing for FY26 budget scheduled for March 25
• Bond hearing anticipated for March 11
• Gather Iowa closed on the Taco John’s property
• Police Department hiring one additional officer to reach full staffing

Library Board of Trustees

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine approvals of the agenda, January meeting minutes, and January bills. The primary discussion item is a review of the revised Library Budget for fiscal year 2026. The board will also hear reports from staff, the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Director.

• Consider approval of the agenda
• Consider approval of minutes from January 15, 2025
• Consider approval of bills for January
• Review revised Library Budget for FY26
• Reports from Youth Services & Outreach Manager, Friends of the Library, Library Foundation, and Director

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees approved the revised FY26 budget, which includes a revenue adjustment for the Community Outreach Educator position funded partly by a $25,000 grant. The board also approved the agenda, January minutes, and January bills. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised FY26 Library Budget proposal
• Approved January bills as presented
• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda as presented

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to receive reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and local theatre organizations. The agenda contains no specific new business or decision items.

• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, and CCPA
• Reports from City Circle Theatre Company and Young Footliters Youth Theatre

The Coralville Arts Commission met on February 4, 2025, and approved the agenda and January minutes by consensus. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from city council, parks and recreation, CCPA, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters Youth Theatre. Commissioner Chloe Angyal announced she is stepping down.

• Approved agenda by consensus
• Approved January minutes by consensus

Civil Service Commission

The Coralville Civil Service Commission will meet to elect a chairperson for 2025, certify the police officer hiring list, and approve updates to the city's Civil Service Rules. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from October 2024.

• Certification of the Police Officer Hiring List
• Approve updates to the Coralville Civil Service Rules from Lynch and Dallas
• Elect and appoint a Chairperson for 2025
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024 meeting

The Coralville Civil Service Commission met on February 4, 2025, and approved the agenda, the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting, and the appointment of Josh Schamberger as chairperson for 2025. The commission also approved the police officer hiring list and updates to the Coralville Civil Service Rules. A brief discussion was held about a potential law change for grievances, but no action was taken.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of October 3, 2024 meeting (all ayes)
• Appointed Josh Schamberger as chairperson for 2025 (all ayes)
• Approved police officer hiring list (all ayes)
• Approved updates to Coralville Civil Service Rules (all ayes)

City Council Meetings

The Coralville City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on several major items, including the amended PUD-A site plan for the 10-acre Gather Iowa mixed-use development near 1st Avenue and 2nd Street. Other actions include a public hearing on disposing of Lot 3 at IRL Parkview for $474,240, a zoning code amendment (Chapter 165), and a settlement agreement for the Forevergreen Road and Jasper Avenue roundabout dispute among Coralville, Tiffin, and North Liberty. The council will also consider various permits and payments.

• Public hearing and resolution for Wells 9 & 10 standby generator improvements (~$300,000) to replace emergency power equipment
• Public hearing and resolution to dispose of Lot 3, IRL Parkview for $474,240 for a multi-family project
• Public hearing on amended PUD-A site plan for Gather Iowa, a 10-acre mixed-use development with five lots and 730 parking stalls
• First consideration of zoning code amendment (Chapter 165) to facilitate development and redevelopment
• Resolution approving settlement and 28E agreements for Forevergreen Road/Jasper Avenue roundabout dispute among Coralville, Tiffin, and North Liberty

The Coralville City Council approved the amended PUD-A Site Plan and Preliminary Plat for the Gather Iowa mixed-use development, a redevelopment of about 10 acres near 1st Avenue and 2nd Street. The council also approved resolutions for the Wells 9 & 10 standby generator improvements, disposal of Lot 3 at IRL Parkview, an option agreement with TM Development for Lot 4, and a settlement agreement for the Forevergreen Road and Jasper Avenue roundabout. All votes were unanimous with 5 ayes.

• Approved amended PUD-A Site Plan for Gather Iowa (5-0)
• Approved amended Preliminary Plat for Gather Iowa (5-0)
• Approved plans and bid letting for Wells 9 & 10 Standby Generator Improvements (5-0)
• Approved disposal of Lot 3, IRL Parkview, Plat 3 (5-0)
• Approved Option Agreement with TM Development, LLC for Lot 4 (5-0)
• Approved Settlement and 28E Agreements for Forevergreen Road/Jasper Avenue roundabout (5-0)
• Approved MOU with U.S. Marshals for Fugitive Task Force Officer (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items a-z (5-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The Council reviewed the Community Development Department's report on construction valuations and rental inspections. They discussed the FY26 budget, which has an initial deficit of $493,640, and indicated support for increasing the franchise fee and using TIF dollars for the Library boiler to close the gap. The City Administrator also updated on federal executive orders affecting transit payments.

• Community Development reports $9.85 million in FY24 construction valuations, 2,192 rental inspections.
• Council discusses $493,640 FY26 budget deficit; indicates support for franchise fee increase and using TIF for Library boiler.
• City Administrator notes federal executive orders affecting transit payments, temporary injunction issued.

Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board

This is a regular meeting of the Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a discussion of traffic stop study data under old business.

• Discussion of traffic stop study data

The Coralville Citizen's Community Policing Advisory Board met on January 27, 2025, but took no substantive votes. Members discussed the traffic stop data study, with Chief Nicholson to contact the University research team about meeting with the board. The board also discussed a possible name change, with Hotsenpiller to talk to the mayor.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of June 24, 2024 meeting (all ayes)
• Discussed traffic stop data study; Chief Nicholson to contact University research team
• Discussed board name change; Hotsenpiller to talk to mayor

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coralville Parks and Recreation Commission will make a final decision on the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan, choosing between a new building or a renovated/addition. They will also review the Recreation Division FY26 budget draft. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, citizen comments, and reports from the City Council and Director.

• Final decision on Recreation Center and Indoor Pool Master Plan: new building vs. renovated/addition
• Review of Budget Drafts for Recreation Division FY26
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024
• Citizen comments at 7:01
• Director Report by Proud

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to move forward with the new build option for the Recreation Center and Indoor Pool project, rather than a renovation. The commission also reviewed budget drafts for the Recreation Division, including proposed fee increases for BASP, summer camp, and Pavilion rentals, but no formal votes were taken on those items. The minutes also noted citizen comments about trail plowing and pool availability during construction.

• Approved motion to pursue new build option for Recreation Center and Indoor Pool (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2024 (all ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the proposed library budget for fiscal year 2026. The board will also elect its 2025 officers and review December bills.

• Proposed Library Budget for FY26
• Election of 2025 officers for the Board of Trustees
• Approval of December bills

The Coralville Public Library Board of Trustees approved the proposed FY26 library budget, the December bills, the meeting agenda, and the previous meeting's minutes. They also re-elected the current slate of officers for another term. The board noted the city's general fund is $812,000 short and that the library director will revisit the budget for possible cost savings.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December bills, including concierge service and Sullivan Associates invoice (unanimous)
• Approved proposed FY26 Library Budget (unanimous)
• Re-elected officers: Turnquist (President), Mellecker (Vice President), Logan (Secretary) (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding plans and costs for the Well 16 Improvements project. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and consider a zoning amendment for the Veritas First Addition.

• Public hearing for Well 16 Improvements to construct a new drinking water well south of Oakdale Boulevard and east of Timber Lane
• Proposed amendment to designate 17.03 acres at Lot 1 and Outlot 'A', Veritas First Addition as Low Density Residential for 89 dwelling units
• Proposed sale of Lot 3, IRL Parkview to IRL Parkview for $13 per Sq. Ft. for a multi-family residential project
• Purchase of a new street sweeper from MacQueen Equipment not to exceed $373,775.00
• Payment of $542,449.73 to Metro Pavers, Inc. for the Oakdale Boulevard Extension

The Coralville City Council approved plans and specifications for the Well 16 Improvements project and set a bid date of January 30, 2025. They also set a public hearing for January 28 on standby generator improvements for Wells 9 & 10, and approved a resolution of intent to dispose of property at IRL Parkview. The council approved a large consent calendar including payments, purchases, and a change order for 5th Street improvements.

• Approved Resolution 2025-1 for Well 16 Improvements plans and bid date (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2 setting public hearing for Wells 9 & 10 generator improvements (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025-3 of intent to dispose of Lot 3, IRL Parkview (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-1001 changing Veritas First Addition to Low Density Residential (2nd consideration)
• Approved consent calendar including payments and Change Order #5 for 5th Street Improvements (+$42,895)
• Approved board and commission appointments
• Proclaimed January 2025 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month
• Proclaimed January 20, 2025 as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

City Council Work Sessions

The Coralville City Council work session focused on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which has an $811,610 gap. Department heads presented budgets with numerous fee increases, including solid waste fees, parking rates, and transit fees. The council also received an update on the Youth Sports Complex project, which includes relocating a baseball diamond with a $1.8 million budget. Staff will continue work to close the deficit.

• Proposed increase in yard waste bag fee from $1 to $1.50 and annual sticker from $25 to $40
• Proposed increase in park and ride monthly fee by $5 and overnight parking from $8 to $10
• Transit budget includes $1.2 million for two electric buses with $180,000 local match
• Youth Sports Complex project: relocation of S.T. Morrison diamond with $1.8 million budget
• Police budget includes three new patrol cars, license plate recognition system, mental health liaison

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of amendments to the PUD-A master site development plan and preliminary plat for the Gather Iowa Development, submitted by Rael Development Corporation. The Commission will also consider a zoning code amendment pursuant to Chapter 165 of the City Code. Additionally, the Commission will elect officers for the upcoming year.

• Public hearing for Rael Development Corporation to amend PUD-A master site plan and preliminary plat for Gather Iowa Development
• Consider recommending approval of the PUD-A Site Plan
• Consider recommending approval of the Preliminary Plat
• Zoning Code Amendment pursuant to Chapter 165 of the City Code
• Election of officers for the Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of the PUD-A site plan and preliminary plat for the Gather Iowa Development, a mixed-use project with housing and retail. The commission also approved the agenda, minutes, elected a vice-chairperson, and recommended a zoning code amendment. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved December 4, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Elected Danielle Sitzman as Vice-Chairperson for 2025 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of PUD-A site plan for Gather Iowa Development (4-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Gather Iowa Development (4-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendment (4-0)

Arts Commission

The Coralville Arts Commission will meet on January 7, 2025, to approve minutes and receive reports from city council, parks and recreation, and local arts groups. Old business includes a season proposal from Young Footliters Youth Theatre, and new business features an update on Circle's Edge. The meeting is open to citizen comments.

• Young Footliters Youth Theatre Season Proposal
• Circle's Edge update from Liz Tracey
• Reports from City Council, Parks and Recreation, CCPA, City Circle Theatre Company, and Young Footliters

The Coralville Arts Commission approved the Young Footliters Youth Theatre season proposal for 2025-26, which includes productions like 'Dare to Dream', 'A Wrinkle in Time', and 'The Music Man Jr'. The meeting also included reports on community events and budget discussions, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved Young Footliters Youth Theatre season proposal (Ann/Carrie)