Evansdale public meetings in 2025

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not meet on December 23, 2025, due to lack of business. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hold a public hearing on the Angels Park Project and consider approving its plans, specifications, and contract. The council will also vote on several Public Works requests, including repairs and equipment purchases. Consent agenda items include approval of November department reports and a liquor license renewal for Kugers Feed & Drink.

• Public hearing and resolution for Angels Park Project
• Request to repair transmission in 2004 Chevrolet for $3,995.77 with Banana Max
• Request to purchase an additional truck plow for $9,890.36 with C&C Welding
• Request to approve Maxwell's quote for exploratory work on I-380 flood gate slide gate for $8,200
• Proposed purchase of a city digital sign with Nagle Signs for $46,918.53 with 25% down

The Evansdale City Council approved several expenditures including a $46,918.53 digital sign from Nagle Signs with 25% down, a $3,995.77 transmission repair for a 2004 Chevrolet with Banana Max, and $8,200 for exploratory work on a flood gate. The council also approved Resolution 7022 for the Angels Park Project plans and specifications, and the consent agenda which included a liquor license renewal for Kugers Feed & Drink and appointment of Kyli Bordner to the Municipal Housing Authority Board. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 7022 for Angels Park Project plans, specifications, and contract (5-0)
• Approved $3,995.77 transmission repair for 2004 Chevrolet with Banana Max (5-0)
• Approved $9,890.36 purchase of additional truck plow from C&C Welding (5-0)
• Approved $8,200 exploratory work by Maxwell's for I-380 flood gate slide gate replacement (5-0)
• Approved $46,918.53 digital sign from Nagle Signs with 25% down (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including November department reports, December 2 meeting minutes, liquor license renewal for Kugers Feed & Drink, and appointment of Kyli Bordner to Municipal Housing Authority Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7021 authorizing payment of bills and transfers (5-0)
• Approved December 16, 2025 agenda (5-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the 2026 library budget and discuss whether open access funds roll over to the next year. They will also approve November meeting minutes and bills, review the treasury and circulation reports, and hear an activities report.

• Vote on 2026 Library Budget
• Discussion on whether Open Access Funds roll over to next year
• Approval of November 2025 monthly meeting minutes
• Approval to pay November bills
• Treasury/Budget Report and Circulation Report

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the 2026 library budget of $128,192 and paid November bills totaling $4,577.40. The board also confirmed that Open Access Funds roll over to the next year. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2026 Library Budget of $128,192 (5-0)
• Approved payment of November bills totaling $4,577.40 (5-0)
• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating and transferring city right-of-way, set a December 16 public hearing for the Angels Park Improvement Project, and vote on the Scarbrough Minor Plat for part of Lot 12 and Lake Shore Place. The consent agenda includes a liquor license renewal for Station Mart 2 and a street closure for the Christmas Light Celebration. The council will also consider requests to purchase service weapons and issue $2,500 to Operation Threshold.

• Public hearing set for December 16 on Angels Park Improvement Project (Resolution 7019)
• Approval of Scarbrough Minor Plat for part of Lot 12 & Lake Shore Place (Resolution 7020)
• Liquor license renewal for Station Mart 2 (River Forest Rd) through 12/19/2026
• Street closure December 6 for 2nd Annual Christmas Light Celebration on Lafayette Rd from Evans Rd to Sippel
• Request to purchase 9 service weapons ($230 for one Gen 3, $240 each for eight Gen 4)

The Evansdale City Council approved the December 2, 2025 agenda and consent agenda, which included minutes, a liquor license renewal, and a street closure for the Christmas Light Celebration. The council also approved Resolution Calendar items (payment of bills, depository resolution, and a public hearing date for the Angels Park Project), Resolution 7020 for the Scarbrough Minor Plat, the 2025 Election Canvass, a police weapons purchase totaling $2,390 for nine weapons, a $2,500 budgeted payment to Operation Threshold, and a motion to abstain from lot sales at Eagles Landing until an application process is established. A public hearing on vacation and transfer of city right-of-way was opened and closed with no comments.

• Approved December 2, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including November 18, 2025 minutes, liquor license renewal for Station Mart 2, and street closure for Christmas Light Celebration (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Calendar: Resolution 7017 (payment of bills), Resolution 7018 (depository resolution), Resolution 7019 (public hearing date for Angels Park Project) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7020 for Scarbrough Minor Plat (5-0)
• Approved placing on file 2025 Election Canvass (5-0)
• Approved police weapons purchase: one Gen3 for $230 and eight Gen4 for $240 each, total $2,390 (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 payment to Operation Threshold as budgeted for FY26 (5-0)
• Approved abstaining from lot sales at Eagles Landing until application process is established (5-0)

Planning Zoning

The November 25, 2025 meeting of the Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission was canceled due to no items to discuss.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will vote on several spending items, including a $113,188.28 payment to Midwest Concrete for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project, a $55,557.74 utility vehicle purchase for the Fire Department, and a $46,918.53 digital sign from Nagle Signs. They will also consider a nuisance abatement extension for Moeller Lawn Care and a $425 mounting kit for a camera. The agenda includes approval of consent items and resolutions, including a public hearing date to vacate a street right-of-way.

• Resolution 7016 authorizing pay application #10 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $113,188.28 for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• Request from Fire Department to purchase a 2025 Utility Vehicle for $55,557.74 from DR Powersports
• Council to approve purchase of a city digital sign from Nagle Signs for $46,918.53 with 25% down
• Council to consider request for extension on Cease & Desist nuisance abatement for Moeller Lawn Care
• Resolution 7015 setting date of public hearing to vacate street right-of-way

The council approved the purchase of a 2025 utility vehicle for the fire department for $55,557.74 from DR Powersports, as budgeted for FY26, after re-doing the bid process. A request to purchase a city digital sign from Nagle Signs for $46,918.53 was tabled to obtain more quotes. The council also approved a special mounting kit for a camera in the apparatus bay for $425 with Mainstay, and approved Resolution 7016 authorizing pay application #10 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $113,188.28 for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project.

• Approved November 18, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved extension on Cease & Desist nuisance abatement for Moller Lawn Care (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October department reports and November 5 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7014 authorizing payment of bills and transfers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7015 setting date of public hearing to vacate street right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7016 authorizing pay application #10 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $113,188.28 for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Utility Vehicle from for $55,557.74 with DR Powersports (5-0)
• Tabled approval to purchase city digital sign with Nagle Signs for $46,918.53 to get more quotes (5-0)

Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on two resolutions: one recommending vacation of a portion of public right-of-way near Lake Shore Place, and another recommending approval of the Scarbrough Minor Plat for part of Lot 12 and Lake Shore Place. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. The meeting also includes routine items such as appointing a secretary and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution 04-2025 recommending vacation of public right-of-way south of Lake Shore Place cul-de-sac
• Resolution 05-2025 recommending approval of Scarbrough Minor Plat for part of Lot 12 & Lake Shore Place, Lake Shores Estates
• Request to appoint secretary for the commission
• Approval of July 22, 2025 meeting minutes

The Commission approved Resolution 2025-04 vacating a public right-of-way and Resolution 2025-05 approving the updated Scarbrough Minor Plat for part of Lot 12 & Lake Shore Place. Members also discussed timely posting of meeting minutes and receiving permit request records.

• Approved November 11, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Appointed Kelly Parker as Planning & Zoning Secretary (4-0)
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-2025 vacating public right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 05-2025 for Scarbrough Minor Plat, part of Lot 12 & Lake Shore Place (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 P.M. (4-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the October 2025 meeting minutes and paid October bills totaling $784.77. Electrical upgrades were completed. The board reviewed the budget for the next fiscal year and discussed upcoming events.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of October 2025 bills for $784.77 (3-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider several spending items and development agreements at its November 5, 2025 meeting. Key actions include approving a $104,233 change order for the Lafayette Reconstruction Project, authorizing a $210,000 payment to Fischels Commercial Group for the Kwik Trip land exchange at Eagles Landing, and setting lot prices for Eagles Landing. The council will also consider quotes for demolishing 952 Gilbertville Road and approve routine consent items including a liquor license renewal for Fareway.

• Resolution 7013: Change order #5 for $104,233.06 with Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Reconstruction Project
• Request to authorize $210,000 payment to Fischels Commercial Group for Kwik Trip land exchange at Eagles Landing Development
• Council to consider Eagles Landing lot pricing
• Council to consider quotes for demolition of 952 Gilbertville Road
• Request from Police Chief to purchase Stalker Radar for $3,193 with Applied Concepts

The council approved a $104,233 change order for the Lafayette Road reconstruction project with Midwest Concrete, and authorized a $210,000 tax increment certification payment to Black Hawk County for the Eagles Landing development. Several other routine items were approved, including a radar purchase, streetlight bulbs, and a demolition contract. No public comments were received.

• Approved change order #5 for $104,233 with Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $210,000 tax increment certification payment to Fischels Commercial Group for Eagles Landing development (5-0)
• Approved $3,193 purchase of Stalker Radar from Applied Concepts for police department (5-0)
• Approved $2,690.50 for LED replacement bulbs for W. Gilbert Drive (5-0)
• Approved $9,907.96 for Bobcat track loader repairs with Murphy Tractor (5-0)
• Approved demolition of 952 Gilbertville Road with Rod Frickson (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and liquor license renewal (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing payment of bills and FY25 salary publication (5-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider a concept plan for lots 20 & 21 in the Eagles Landing Subdivision for Ace Customs, and vote on a development agreement extension with Freedom Truck Wash. The council will also discuss next steps for 952 Gilbertville Road and consider several equipment purchases, including a $55,412.87 utility vehicle for the Fire Department.

• Concept plan for lots 20 & 21 Eagles Landing Subdivision – Ace Customs
• Resolution 7009 approving Development Agreement extension with Freedom Truck Wash
• Council to consider next steps for 952 Gilbertville Road
• Fire Department request to purchase 2025 Utility Vehicle for $55,412.87
• Request to approve placement of a shelter next to bike trail at the Cedar River

The council approved the concept plan for lots 20 & 21 of Eagles Landing Subdivision with Ace Customs (5-0). A resolution to extend the Development Agreement with Freedom Truck Wash was tabled (5-0). A request to carve an eagle and flag into a tree at Deerwood Park Road failed due to lack of motion, with consensus not to devote city funds. Several purchases and a shelter placement were approved.

• Approved concept plan for lots 20 & 21 Eagles Landing Subdivision with Ace Customs (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 7009 approving Development Agreement extension with Freedom Truck Wash (5-0)
• Failed to approve carving an eagle and flag into a tree on Deerwood Park Road (no motion)
• Approved Fire Department purchase of 2026 Utility Vehicle for $55,412.87 with Polaris (5-0)
• Approved Public Works purchase of 2 tracks for Bobcat track loader for $3,939.10 with Murphy Tractor (5-0)
• Approved placement of a shelter next to the bike trail at Cedar River/Trail Head by Diane Oltmann (5-0)
• Approved seeking bids for door access control and duress buttons for City Hall (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda and resolution calendar including payment of bills and sump pump surcharge assessment (5-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the September 2025 meeting minutes and authorized payment of $656.24 in bills. No substantive decisions were made on old or new business items, which were either removed from the agenda or deferred. The board reviewed reports and discussed upcoming activities.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of $656.24 in September bills (5-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2025, with presentations on the annual TIF report and city signage. Action items include approving a $929,401.28 payment for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project, a voluntary severance request for property at 3246 Gilbertville Road, and several resolutions and license renewals.

• Resolution 7001 authorizing pay application #9 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $929,401.28 for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• Resolution 7006 approving a voluntary severance request from property owner John Schlindwein at 3246 Gilbertville Road
• Request to approve 3rd amendment with Terracon for $4,000 for the Lafayette Road Project
• Request to approve installation of a second water meter, exempt from sewer charges, for Bulk Fluid Systems
• Request to reschedule November 4th council meeting to November 5th due to City election

The Evansdale City Council approved a consent agenda and resolution calendar including a $929,401.28 payment to Midwest Concrete for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project. A voluntary severance request for property at 3246 Gilbertville Road failed due to lack of a motion. The council also approved a $4,000 amendment with Terracon for the same road project, a second water meter for Bulk Fluid Systems, and extended the Rite Environmental agreement through June 2028.

• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and liquor license renewals (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7001: $929,401.28 pay application #9 to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7002: destruction of city records (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7003 & 7004: compensation for eight-year officers French and Furman (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7005: annual fund transfers (5-0)
• Resolution 7006: voluntary severance for 3246 Gilbertville Road failed due to lack of motion
• Approved 3rd amendment with Terracon for $4,000 for Lafayette Road project (5-0)
• Approved second water meter for Bulk Fluid Systems, exempt from sewer charges (5-0)

September 25 Objection Board Hearing

The Evansdale City Council, acting as the Objection Board, will hold a public hearing to review and decide on a candidate objection. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Public hearing on candidate objection
• Objection board review and decision

City Council

This is a special meeting with a single substantive item: the council will select a third member for a hearing objection panel. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, pledge, roll call, agenda approval, adjournment).

• Council to select a third member for hearing objection panel

The Evansdale City Council met in special session and approved the September 25, 2025 agenda. The council also approved the appointment of Smock as the third member of a hearing objection panel for a later meeting. No substantive decisions beyond procedural actions were made.

• Approved September 25, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved Smock as third member for hearing objection panel (5-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not hold its scheduled meeting on September 23, 2025, because there is no business to conduct. This is a procedural cancellation.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will open bids for a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe and consider a property severance request from John Schlindwein at 3246 Gilbertville Rd. The consent agenda includes approval of August department reports, meeting minutes, and liquor license renewals for Kwik Star #278 and Station Mart #1. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing bill payments and a change order reducing costs for the Lafayette Reconstruction Project by $26,116.85, and consider a $11,920 tree removal payment to Turf Pro.

• Bid opening for 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
• Property severance request by John Schlindwein at 3246 Gilbertville Rd
• Resolution 6999 approving change order #4 to Midwest Concrete for -$26,116.85 on Lafayette Reconstruction Project
• Request to pay $11,920 for levee tree removal to Turf Pro
• Liquor license renewals for Kwik Star #278 and Station Mart #1

The Evansdale City Council approved several routine items including payment of bills, liquor license renewals, and a change order for the Lafayette Reconstruction Project. A request to sever property at 3246 Gilbertville Rd was added to the next agenda for a formal vote. The council also approved $11,920 for tree removal on the levee and set trick-or-treating for October 31 from 6-8 p.m.

• Approved $11,920 tree removal on levee with Turf Pro (5-0)
• Set trick-or-treat date: October 31, 2025, 6-8 p.m. (5-0)
• Added John Schlindwein's property severance request to next meeting agenda (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including August department reports, Sept 2 minutes, and liquor license renewals for Kwik Star #278 and Station Mart #1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6998 authorizing payment of bills and transfers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6999: change order #4 to Midwest Concrete for -$26,116.85 on Lafayette Reconstruction Project (5-0)
• Approved Judy Burggraf as high bid on 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (5-0)
• Approved September 16, 2025 agenda (5-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the August meeting minutes, paid $13,314.71 in bills, adopted a new Telephone Usage Policy, and accepted a $3,477 electrical upgrade bid from Black Hawk Electric after the previous contractor declined the job. The board also reviewed a new trustee binder and discussed House File 856 with a lawyer, forwarding it to the city office. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of $13,314.71 in August bills (5-0)
• Adopted new Telephone Usage Policy (5-0)
• Canceled previous electrical upgrade quote acceptance (5-0)
• Accepted $3,477 electrical upgrade bid from Black Hawk Electric (5-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will vote on several items including tree abatements at multiple addresses, a $5,000 contract with INRCOG for a Tax Increment Financing Set Aside Plan, and options for police body/car cameras. The agenda also includes approval of the FY25 Annual Financial Report showing a $9.7 million ending fund balance, a liquor license for Evansdale Days, and a third reading of an ordinance adjusting mayor compensation.

• Council to consider options for body/car cameras for the Police Department
• Resolution 6995 authorizing INRCOG to assist with a Tax Increment Financing Set Aside Plan not to exceed $5,000
• Resolution 6996 authorizing INRCOG to assist with income verification for the TIF Set Aside Plan at $450 per household application
• Request from Public Works to repair Zero Turn mower for $4,254 with Outdoor & More (verbally approved)
• Council to consider an ordinance requiring loads of various sorts to be tarped

The Evansdale City Council approved several items, including new body and car cameras for the Police Department, a $5,000 contract with INRCOG for a TIF set-aside plan, and a $4,254 repair for a Zero Turn mower. They also approved tree abatements at multiple properties, a minimum bid for a 2012 Chevy Tahoe, and an ordinance amending mayor compensation. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one council member absent.

• Approved Axon body and car cameras for Police Department (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6995 authorizing INRCOG TIF set-aside plan up to $5,000 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6996 authorizing INRCOG income verification at $450 per application (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6997 agreement with Evansdale Days Event Committee (4-0)
• Approved $4,254 repair of Zero Turn with Outdoor & More (4-0)
• Approved tree abatements at 742 Home Acres, 805 Home Acres, 917 Fox Ave, and 836 Fox Ave (4-0 each)
• Approved minimum bid of $1,500 for 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe, bid opening Sept 16, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 709 amending mayor compensation, third reading (4-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not meet on August 26, 2025, due to lack of business. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to discuss or decide.

August 19 City Council

The Evansdale City Council will vote on a $1,011,262.84 payment to Midwest Concrete for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project and hold a second reading of an ordinance to increase mayor compensation. Other business includes approving tree abatements at two properties, hiring a contractor for nuisance abatements, and funding EMT training for a firefighter.

• Resolution 6989 authorizing $1,011,262.84 pay application #8 to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• Ordinance 709 amending mayor compensation, second reading
• Request to approve 2nd amendment with Terracon for $7,850 for Lafayette Road Project
• Council to approve abatement of dead trees at 626 2nd Street and 724 Home Acres Ave.
• Request from Fire Chief to allow Dakota Marvets to take EMT training courses for $2,041

The council approved several resolutions and expenditures, including a $1,011,262.84 payment for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project, tree abatements at two properties, and a $2,000 final payment for the wastewater plant. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved $1,011,262.84 payment to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved abatement of dead tree at 626 2nd Street (5-0)
• Approved abatement of dead tree at 742 Home Acres (5-0)
• Approved $7,850 amendment with Terracon for Lafayette Road Project (5-0)
• Approved hiring Frickson Excavating for nuisance abatements (5-0)
• Approved $2,041 for Fire Chief to allow Dakota Marvets EMT training (5-0)
• Approved $8,590 for electrical receptacle installation on light poles with Black Hawk Electrical (5-0)
• Approved $1,683 propane purchase agreement with Consolidated Energy (5-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council is holding a special meeting to consider camera quotes from Motorola, Sector Technology, and Axon. The agenda includes only procedural items and the review of these quotes.

• Council to consider camera quotes from Motorola
• Council to consider camera quotes from Sector Technology (Getac)
• Council to consider camera quotes from Axon

The Evansdale City Council held a special session to receive presentations from Motorola, Getac, and Axon on body and dash cameras for the Police Department. No decisions were made; the meeting was purely informational and adjourned without further action.

• Approved August 19, 2025, agenda (4-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Library Board will meet to approve July minutes and bills, review the monthly treasury and circulation reports, discuss updates on the telephone usage policy and electrical upgrades, hear about a new library program from Decorah, and plan a safety event for October 18th.

• Review of telephone usage policy updates
• Electrical upgrade progress for the library
• LP from Decorah update
• October 18th safety event discussion

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees met on August 12, 2025, and approved the July meeting minutes and July bills totaling $1,095.42, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the telephone usage policy vote was postponed to September, and the electrical upgrade progress will be discussed further next month. The board also discussed the discontinuation of the LP program from Decorah and brainstormed alternatives.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July bills of $1,095.42 (5-0)
• Postponed telephone usage policy vote to September
• Deferred electrical upgrade discussion to next meeting

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider sidewalk, tree, nuisance, and floor drain/sump pump abatement funding, approve abatement of dead trees at three addresses, and vote on several resolutions including a REAP grant application for water quality improvements to Angels Park, change orders for the Eagles Landing Phase II Construction Project, and pay applications for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project. The council will also hold a public hearing on a budget amendment, consider a fireworks donation, purchase a heat pump for the Community Response Center, and discuss body cameras for the police department.

• Resolution 6981: Approving submission of a REAP grant application for water quality improvements to Angels Park
• Resolution 6982: Approving change order #1 in the amount of $32,182 with Rathje Construction for the Eagles Landing Phase II Construction Project
• Resolution 6983: Authorizing pay application #7 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. in the amount of $1,149,246.75 for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• Public Hearing and Resolution 6986: Approving the FY2026 Budget Amendment
• Request to approve annual Evansdale Days fireworks donation of $3,000 and display of fireworks at the Community Response Center on September 13, 2025

The council approved a consent agenda and resolution calendar including a $1,149,246.75 pay application for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project, several change orders with Rathje Construction and Midwest Concrete, and a REAP grant application for water quality improvements at Angels Park. Other actions included approving abatements for dead trees at three properties, appointments to boards, a budget amendment, fireworks donation, heat pump purchase, maintenance agreements, audit engagement, vehicle bid, special meeting, youth sports funding, sprinkler replacement, and refusal of bids on a building. All votes were unanimous (4-0) except the audit engagement where one councilor abstained due to conflict of interest.

• Approved $1,149,246.75 pay application #7 to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved change order #1 ($32,182) with Rathje Construction for Eagles Landing Phase II (4-0)
• Approved change order #3 ($73,938.27) to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved abatement of dead trees at 805 Home Acres Ave, 454 Grand Blvd, and 243 Wema Ave (4-0 each)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Amendment via Resolution 6986 (4-0)
• Approved $3,000 fireworks donation for Evansdale Days on Sept 13, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved engagement agreement with BerganKDV for FY2025 audit ($22,150), one abstention (3-0)
• Approved setting minimum bid of $7,500 for 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe, bid date Aug 19 (4-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider two resolutions related to the Eagles Landing Phase II Project: a change order reducing the contract by $23,918.02 and a final pay application of $56,887.11 to Rathje Construction Co. The meeting also includes routine items like agenda approval and reports.

• Resolution 6978 authorizing change order #4 to Rathje Construction Co. for -$23,918.02 on Eagles Landing Phase II
• Resolution 6979 authorizing final pay application #3 to Rathje Construction Co. for $56,887.11 on Eagles Landing Phase II

The Evansdale City Council approved a change order reducing the contract with Rathje Construction Co. by $23,918.02 and authorized final payment of $56,887.11 for the Eagles Landing Phase II Project. Both resolutions passed unanimously (4-0). The council also discussed body cameras for the police department and scheduled a meeting with three providers for August 19, 2025.

• Approved Resolution 6978 authorizing change order #4 to Rathje Construction Co. for -$23,918.02 for Eagles Landing Phase II (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6979 authorizing final pay application #3 to Rathje Construction Co. for $56,887.11 for Eagles Landing Phase II (4-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Evansdale City Hall. The agenda includes appointing a vice chair, approving the agenda and minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting, and discussing board issues. No public hearings or major decisions are listed.

• Request to appoint Vice Chair
• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion: Board issues

The meeting was largely procedural: the agenda and prior minutes were approved, and Chad Borwig was elected Vice Chair. A proposal to appoint Kelly Parker as secretary was tabled because it was a new item not on the agenda. No substantive zoning or development decisions were made.

• Approved July 22, 2025 agenda (3-0)
• Elected Chad Borwig as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled appointment of Kelly Parker as secretary (new item not on agenda)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider setting a minimum bid for two Chevrolet Tahoes (2012 & 2013) and a date for the bid, and discuss disposal of the Avaya phone system. The consent agenda includes approval of June department reports, meeting minutes, donation collection permits, device permits, a fireworks event, and a road closure for a back-to-school giveaway. The resolution calendar covers bill payments, a public hearing date for a budget amendment, and annual compensation.

• Council to consider minimum bid for 2012 & 2013 Chevrolet Tahoes and setting date for bid
• Council to consider disposal of the Avaya phone system
• Request from Building Inspection Dept. to make repairs on 2012 Ford F-150 for $1,799.87 with Advanced Automotive
• Request for road closure from Hope Church for 'Blessing Evansdale Day' on August 7, 2025 on Lafayette Road
• Request from Cedar Valley Youth Sports Association for a fireworks event on August 2nd

The Evansdale City Council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, reports, permits, and event requests. They also passed resolutions for bill payments, a budget hearing date, and annual compensation. Additionally, they authorized $1,799.87 in repairs for a 2012 Ford F-150 and set a minimum bid of $7,500 for a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, permits, and event requests (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6974 authorizing payment of bills and transfers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6975 setting date of public hearing for budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6976 authorizing annual compensation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6977 authorizing compensation (5-0)
• Approved $1,799.87 for repairs to 2012 Ford F-150 (5-0)
• Approved setting minimum bid of $7,500 for 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, keeping 2012 Tahoe, bid date August 5 (5-0)
• Approved donating Avaya phone system to YWCA or Goodwill (5-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Library Board of Trustees will vote on accepting bids for an electrical upgrade and on a sex offenders policy. They will also review a telephone usage policy and discuss changes to Iowa Code Chapter 21 and new library resources. The meeting includes approval of June minutes and bills, plus treasury and circulation reports.

• Review/vote to accept electrical upgrade bids for the library
• Review/vote on sex offenders policy
• Review telephone usage policy and phone updates
• Discussion of changes to Iowa Code Chapter 21
• Discussion of changes to Brainfuse and introducing Memotrix

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider extending the completion date for the Kwik Trip Development Agreement and Seller's work from June 20 to August 1, 2025. They will also discuss next steps for the 952 Gilbertville Road property. The meeting includes approval of bills and transfers totaling $211,537.36 plus prepays of $1,068,264.99.

• Request to extend Kwik Trip Development Agreement completion date to August 1, 2025
• Discussion of next steps for 952 Gilbertville Road property
• Resolution 6973 authorizing payment of bills and transfers totaling $211,537.36
• Prepaid expenses include $971,460.89 for Eagles Landing Phase II construction
• Honoring Jack Rodden as Iowa Safety Patroller of the Year by AAA

The Evansdale City Council approved a request to extend the completion date of the Kwik Trip Development Agreement and Seller's work from June 20, 2025 to August 1, 2025. The council also approved moving forward with asbestos testing for the property at 952 Gilbertville Rd. The consent agenda, including approval of June 17 meeting minutes, and Resolution 6973 authorizing payment of bills and transfers were both approved unanimously.

• Approved extension of Kwik Trip Development Agreement completion date to August 1, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved asbestos testing for 952 Gilbertville Rd. property (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6973 authorizing payment of bills and transfers (4-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider a single resolution authorizing a semi-final payment of $971,460.89 to Rathje Construction Co. for the Eagles Landing Phase II project, which includes roadway pavement, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main work. The meeting is a special session with no other substantive items on the agenda.

• Resolution 6972 authorizing semi-final pay application #2 to Rathje Construction Co. for $971,460.89 for the Eagles Landing Phase II Project

The Evansdale City Council held a brief special meeting on June 30, 2025, with four members present and one absent. The only substantive action was approval of Resolution 6972, authorizing a $971,460.89 semi-final pay application to Rathje Construction Co. for the Eagles Landing Phase II Project, passed 4-0. Councilor Smock also provided a brief update on DNR requirements for a fire training event at 952 Gilbertville Rd. No other decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 6972 authorizing $971,460.89 pay application to Rathje Construction for Eagles Landing Phase II (4-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not meet on June 24, 2025 due to lack of business. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to discuss or decide.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider accepting bids for two buildings at 952 Gilbertville Road, discuss next steps for that property, and consider selling city land on Evansdale Drive. The council will also vote on a $140,123.56 wastewater treatment plant pay application, several service agreements with neighboring cities, and various equipment purchases.

• Bid opening for Building #1 at 952 Gilbertville Rd.
• Bid opening for Building #2 at 952 Gilbertville Rd.
• Resolution 6971 authorizing pay application #25 (sub-final) of $140,123.56 to Woodruff Construction for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project
• Request to approve Yard Waste Agreement with the City of Raymond through June 30, 2027
• Request to approve Yard Waste Agreement with the City of Elk Run Heights through June 30, 2027

The Evansdale City Council approved several items including a $140,123.56 payment for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project, a yard waste agreement with the City of Raymond through June 2027, a similar agreement with Elk Run Heights, a two-year animal control services agreement with Elk Run Heights, storm water repairs up to $25,000, a digital phone system upgrade with Verizon, and a $99.99 camera for the yard waste center. The council also tabled the sale of city property on Evansdale Drive and noted that no bids were received for Building #1 at 952 Gilbertville Rd. A request to purchase a Canon copier for $2,250 failed due to lack of a motion.

• Approved $140,123.56 payment for wastewater treatment plant project (5-0)
• Approved yard waste agreement with City of Raymond through June 2027 (5-0)
• Approved yard waste agreement with City of Elk Run Heights through June 2027 (5-0)
• Approved two-year animal control services agreement with Elk Run Heights (5-0)
• Approved storm water repairs up to $25,000 with Frickson Bros Excavating (5-0)
• Approved digital phone system upgrade with Verizon, $20/line/month (5-0)
• Approved $99.99 Arlo camera for yard waste center with $39.99/month fee (5-0)
• Tabled sale of city property on Evansdale Drive near highway retention pond (5-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on accepting bids for electrical upgrades, approve job descriptions for the director and library assistant, and review the telephone usage and sex offenders policies. The meeting also includes approval of May minutes and May bills, a treasury report, and scheduling future meeting dates.

• Vote to accept electrical upgrade bids for the library
• Review and vote on director and library assistant job descriptions
• Review telephone usage policy and sex offenders policy
• Vote for library board officers
• Approval of May 2025 meeting minutes and May bills

The Evansdale Library Board of Trustees approved updated job descriptions for library positions and re-elected current officers by acclamation. The board tabled a review of the telephone usage policy and electrical upgrade bids for the library. Routine approvals included the May meeting minutes and payment of May bills totaling $1,771.98.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved payment of May bills for $1,771.98 (3-0)
• Approved review of job descriptions (3-0)
• Approved library assistant job descriptions (3-0)
• Re-elected current library board officers by acclamation (3-0)
• Tabled review of telephone usage policy
• Tabled vote on electrical upgrade bids

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider a $4.485 million general obligation bond issue for capital projects, approve a $625,835 payment for the Lafayette Road reconstruction, and hold public hearings on commercial sewer rate changes and a fireworks ordinance. Several routine license renewals and a curb-cut request are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 6969 authorizing $4,485,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025
• Resolution 6967 authorizing $625,835 pay application #5 to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• Resolution 6966 authorizing $210,005.89 pay application #23 to Woodruff Construction for Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project
• Ordinance 707 (2nd reading) amending commercial sewer rates; Ordinance 708 (1st reading) amending fireworks regulations
• Request from Alexander Espinoza for a 45-foot curb cut at 3714 Lafayette Road

The council approved a $4.485 million general obligation bond for capital projects, adopted Ordinance 707 raising commercial sewer rates on second reading, and adopted Ordinance 708 amending fireworks regulations. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The council also approved a curb cut at 3714 Lafayette Road and extended the Kwik Trip development agreement deadline.

• Approved $4.485M General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 707 amending commercial sewer rates (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 708 amending fireworks provisions (4-0)
• Approved pay application #23 to Woodruff Construction for $210,005.89 for wastewater plant rehab
• Approved pay application #5 to Midwest Concrete for $625,835 for Lafayette Road reconstruction
• Approved curb cut at 3714 Lafayette Road (4-0)
• Extended Kwik Trip development agreement completion date to June 20, 2025 (4-0)
• Appointed April Russell, Joel Osborne, and Sandra Pryor-Even to Library Board

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a monthly meeting to approve minutes and bills, review the treasury and circulation reports, and discuss old and new business. Key items include reviewing the telephone usage policy and job descriptions, as well as updates on electrical work and upcoming board elections.

• Review of Telephone Usage Policy
• Review of job descriptions
• Update on electrical work at the library
• Review of elections for library positions in June
• Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes and bills

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not meet on May 27, 2025 due to lack of business. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to discuss or decide.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a FY25 budget amendment, award General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds (Series 2025), and approve a right-of-way agreement with Aureon for 2,391 linear feet of fiber. They will also consider requests for police training ($5,750), surge protectors at the wastewater plant ($15,900.90), and an amendment for the Lafayette Rd. Project ($9,006.25), plus the first reading of an ordinance changing commercial sewer rates.

• Resolution 6963 awarding General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025
• Resolution 6964 approving right-of-way agreement with Aureon for 2,391 linear feet of fiber
• Public hearing and Resolution 6962 approving FY25 Budget Amendment
• Request to approve $15,900.90 for surge protectors at Wastewater Treatment Plant with Woodruff Construction
• First reading of Ordinance 707 amending commercial sewer rates

The council approved several expenditures and resolutions, including a $15,900.90 contract for surge protectors at the wastewater plant, a $9,006.25 amendment for the Lafayette Road project, and $3,000 for police training. They also passed a budget amendment, a right-of-way agreement with Aureon for fiber installation, and the first reading of an ordinance changing commercial sewer rates. A public hearing on the FY25 budget amendment was held with no public comment.

• Approved $15,900.90 for surge protectors at Wastewater Treatment Plant with Woodruff Construction (3-0)
• Approved $9,006.25 amendment with Terracon for Lafayette Rd. Project (3-0)
• Approved $3,000 for Sgt. Neuman's training with IA Law Enforcement Academy (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 6962 approving FY25 Budget Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 6963 awarding General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 6964 approving Right-of-Way Agreement with Aureon for 2,391 linear feet of fiber (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 707 amending commercial sewer rates, 1st reading (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including street closures for Lofty's car show and Party in the Park (3-0)

Library Board

This agenda is for the Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting, but the meeting was canceled. The agenda lists routine items such as approving minutes and bills, budget and circulation reports, and discussions on policies and upcoming elections.

• Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval to pay April bills
• Review of Telephone Usage Policy
• Review of job descriptions
• Elections for library positions in June

May 6th City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider several major payments and contracts, including a $399,912.72 payment to Midwest Concrete for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project and a $126,128.60 payment to Denver Underground for the Eagles Landing water main extension. They will also vote on an $8,000 amendment to McClure Engineering's contract for the Angels Park Project to cover design changes for a new bathroom and sidewalk. Other items include a liquor license ownership change for Evansdale Liquor & Food Mart and a resolution to set a date for a public hearing to amend the FY25 budget.

• Resolution 6956: Authorizing pay application #5 of $399,912.72 to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction
• Resolution 6955: Authorizing $126,128.60 payment to Denver Underground for Eagles Landing water main extension
• Amendment to McClure Engineering agreement for $8,000 for Angels Park bathroom and retaining wall design changes
• Resolution 6957: Setting date for sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025
• Liquor license ownership change for Evansdale Liquor & Food Mart at 3452 Lafayette Rd

The council unanimously approved an $8,000 amendment to the McClure Engineering agreement for the Angels Park Project, a $126,128.60 payment to Denver Underground for the Eagles Landing Phase II water main extension, and a $399,912.72 payment to Midwest Concrete for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project. They also approved a $72,615.70 gas main installation agreement with MidAmerican Energy, a $6,525 HVAC review contract with Brewer Engineering, a $2,750 tree removal at 239 Clark St., a $1,860 garage door replacement at the Community Response Center, and moving forward with commercial wastewater fees. Resolutions were passed to set a bond sale date, amend a development agreement with BC Mach3, LLC, and schedule a public hearing on the FY25 budget. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $8,000 amendment to McClure Engineering agreement for Angels Park Project (5-0)
• Approved $126,128.60 payment to Denver Underground for water main extension in Eagles Landing Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $399,912.72 payment to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6957 setting bond sale date and authorizing preliminary official statement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6958 amending Development Agreement with BC Mach3, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6959 setting public hearing date for FY25 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $72,615.70 gas main installation agreement with MidAmerican Energy for Eagles Landing Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $6,525 HVAC review agreement with Brewer Engineering for Community Response Center (5-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: hearing from Tony Miller of the Black Hawk County Landlord Association regarding the rental ordinance. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, pledge, roll call, agenda approval, adjournment).

• Presentation by Tony Miller (Black Hawk County Landlord Association) on rental ordinance

The council met in special session to hear public input on a proposed rental ordinance from the Black Hawk County Landlord Association and a local landlord. No decisions or votes were made on the ordinance, and the meeting adjourned after discussion.

• Approved May 6, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:57 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not hold its scheduled April 22, 2025 meeting due to no items requiring consideration. This is a procedural cancellation with no decisions or discussions taking place.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the Telephone Usage Policy and vote on the Interlibrary Loan Policy. The meeting also includes a review of job descriptions and an activities report.

• Review/Vote Interlibrary Loan Policy
• Review Telephone Usage Policy
• Review of job descriptions
• Approval of March 2025 monthly meeting minutes
• Approval to pay March bills

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the March 2025 meeting minutes and paid $686.53 in March bills, both unanimously. A review of the telephone usage policy was tabled, while the interlibrary loan policy was amended and approved. The board also discussed the loss of ILL and Bridges funding and upcoming May activities.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved payment of March bills totaling $686.53 (4-0)
• Tabled review of telephone usage policy
• Approved amended interlibrary loan policy (4-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY2026 budget, approve preliminary and final plats for the Eagles Landing Subdivision, and consider several contracts including a $105,206 roofing project for hail-damaged city buildings and police vehicle purchases. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance amending solid waste control provisions and discussion of a potential 4-way stop at Lafayette and Roosevelt Roadways.

• Public hearing and Resolution 6951 approving FY2026 Budget
• Resolution 6952 and 6953 for Preliminary and Final Plat of Eagles Landing Subdivision
• Accept low bid of $105,206 from Pinecrest Construction for hail-damaged roofing projects
• Approve $46,900 for 2025 Police Pursuit Vehicle and $18,368.09 police squad bid from Stivers
• First reading of Ordinance 706 amending Solid Waste Control provisions

The council approved the FY2026 budget, preliminary and final plats for Eagles Landing Subdivision, and a $105,206 roofing contract with Pinecrest Construction for hail-damaged city buildings. They also approved a police pursuit vehicle purchase ($46,900) and squad build ($18,368.09), a three-year storm water education agreement ($404.15), and adopted Ordinance 706 on solid waste control after waiving second and third readings. No decisions were made on a proposed 4-way stop at Lafayette and Roosevelt; discussion only.

• Approved FY2026 Budget (Resolution 6951) (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat Eagles Landing Subdivision (Resolution 6952) (5-0)
• Approved final plat Eagles Landing Subdivision, Second Addition (Resolution 6953) (5-0)
• Approved $105,206 roofing contract with Pinecrest Construction (5-0)
• Approved $46,900 for 2025 Police Pursuit Vehicle from Stivers (5-0)
• Approved $18,368.09 police squad build from Stivers (5-0)
• Approved three-year $404.15 agreement with Hartman Reserve Nature Center for Storm Water Education (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 706 amending Solid Waste Control provisions (5-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two resolutions recommending approval of the preliminary and final plats for the Eagles Landing development, contingent on City Council approval of the preliminary plat. The meeting also includes appointing a temporary vice chair and approving prior meeting minutes. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items.

• Resolution 02-2025: recommend approval of Eagles Landing Preliminary Plat
• Resolution 03-2025: approve Eagles Landing Final Plat, contingent on Council's preliminary plat approval
• Request to appoint temporary Vice Chair
• Approval of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved both the preliminary and final plats for the Eagles Landing development, contingent on council approval of the preliminary plat. All subdivision requirements were met. Kelly Parker was appointed temporary vice chair. Walker requested that future agenda packets be mailed and include prints of permits, at least 7–10 days before meetings.

• Approved Resolution 02-2025 approving Preliminary Plat for Eagles Landing Development (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 03-2025 approving Final Plat for Eagles Landing Development, contingent on council approval of the preliminary plat (4-0).
• Appointed Kelly Parker as temporary Vice Chair (4-0).
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0).
• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0).

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider several major expenditures, including a $391,394 ambulance purchase, a $378,315 construction payment for Eagles Landing Phase II, and a $33,473 camera system for the Community Response Center. They will also set a public hearing date for the FY2026 budget and approve various smaller contracts and repairs.

• Request to order 2026 ambulance from Life Line Emergency Vehicles for $391,394
• Resolution 6948 authorizing pay application #1 to Rathje Construction Co. for $378,315.44 for Eagles Landing Phase II Project
• Resolution 6947 authorizing pay application #4 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $36,437.74 for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• Request to purchase camera system from Mainstay Systems of Iowa for $33,473 for the Community Response Center
• Resolution 6946 setting public hearing for FY2026 Budget on April 15, 2025

The Evansdale City Council approved all agenda items, including a $391,390 ambulance purchase, a $378,315.44 pay application for the Eagles Landing Phase II project, and a $33,473 camera system for the Community Response Center. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a grant assistance request. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved resolutions 6945-6949, including $378,315.44 pay application for Eagles Landing Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $33,473 camera system for Community Response Center (5-0)
• Approved $391,390 ambulance purchase (5-0)
• Approved $5,678 turnout gear purchase (5-0)
• Approved $83,799 pump purchases for wastewater plant and lift stations (5-0)
• Approved $1,500 baseboard installation at Community Response Center (5-0)
• Approved grant assistance request for EEDC (4-0, Clements abstained)

April 1 Special City Council Tax Levy

The Evansdale City Council is holding a special meeting and public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The proposed city regular total property tax is $1,193,353, up from the current $1,183,850, with the city regular tax rate remaining at 7.97488 per $1,000 of taxable value. Residents may present objections or arguments in favor of the levy at the hearing. The council will later publish notice and hold a separate hearing on the proposed city budget.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2026 property tax levy
• Proposed city regular total property tax: $1,193,353 (up from $1,183,850)
• City regular tax rate: 7.97488 per $1,000 taxable value
• Residential tax on $100,000 assessed value: $416 (12.43% increase)
• Reasons cited: park updates/repairs, ambulance purchase, increased expenses

The Evansdale City Council held a special session and public hearing on the proposed FY26 property tax levy. Residents commented on stable taxes and rising business valuations. The council took no vote on the levy; the meeting was adjourned after the hearing.

• Approved April 1, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not meet on March 25, 2025, due to lack of business. The meeting is cancelled.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will vote on a consent agenda and resolution calendar covering routine approvals, permits, and payments, including a $210,005.89 pay application for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project. They will also set a public hearing for the proposed tax levy, consider a $1,500 baseboard installation, authorize a $57,778.06 refund from the IA DNR, and adopt Ordinance 705 changing park regulations on third reading.

• Resolution 6943: Pay application #23 to Woodruff Construction for $210,005.89 for wastewater treatment plant rehab
• Resolution 6940: Sets public hearing date for proposed tax levy
• Ordinance 705: Third reading and adoption vote on park regulation changes
• Request to authorize $57,778.06 payment from IA DNR refunding overpayment for River Road Water Trails Project
• Request to install new baseboard at Community Response Center for $1,500 with Kugler Construction

The Evansdale City Council approved several resolutions including payment of bills, a tax levy hearing date, a fire side-by-side grant application, a change order for Eagles Landing Phase II, and a pay application for the wastewater treatment plant. They also adopted Ordinance 705 updating park regulations and approved a $400 co-sponsorship for a Medal of Honor sign. A request for a new baseboard at the Community Response Center and a camera system for the same center were both tabled.

• Approved Resolution Calendar including Resolutions 6939-6943 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6944 for part-time sewer cleaning compensation (unanimous)
• Tabled $1,500 baseboard installation at Community Response Center (unanimous)
• Approved $57,778.06 refund to IA DNR for River Road Water Trails overpayment (unanimous)
• Tabled Community Response Center camera system for FY25 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Water Quality Grant contract for Angels Park Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 994 amending park regulations (unanimous)
• Approved $400 co-sponsorship for Medal of Honor sign with Amvets (unanimous)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the library's disaster policy and the library director's review. They will also discuss the telephone usage policy, interlibrary loan policy and application, and begin reviewing job descriptions. The meeting includes approval of February minutes and bills, and a treasury and circulation report.

• Vote on Evansdale Public Library Disaster Policy
• Vote on Library Director Review
• Review of Telephone Usage Policy
• Review of Interlibrary Loan Policy and Application
• Begin reviewing job descriptions

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the February 2025 meeting minutes, paid $1,551.57 in bills, adopted a new Disaster Policy, and approved the Library Director Review. Discussion of the Telephone Usage Policy was tabled, and electrical quotes will be revisited in June.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved payment of February 2025 bills totaling $1,551.57 (4-0)
• Adopted Evansdale Public Library Disaster Policy (4-0)
• Approved Library Director Review (4-0)

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on vacating easements in Eagles Landing, approve a $127,218.60 water main installation contract with Denver Underground, and consider a $22,000 engineering agreement with Bolton & Menk for the same project. Other business includes setting pay for a new part-time officer, approving liquor licenses, and the second reading of park regulation changes.

• Resolution 6938: $127,218.60 contract with Denver Underground for water main installation in Eagles Landing Phase II
• Public hearing and Resolution 6936: vacation of easements in Eagles Landing
• Resolution 6935: setting compensation for part-time Officer Brock Barnhart at $26.40/hr
• Request to approve $22,000 engineering agreement with Bolton & Menk for water main installation
• Ordinance 705: second reading of changes to park regulations

The council approved a $127,218.60 contract with Denver Underground for water main installation in Phase II of Eagles Landing, and a $22,000 engineering agreement with Bolton & Menk for the same project. A public hearing on vacation of easements in Eagles Landing was held with no public comments, and the council approved the easement vacation and a separate easement agreement with I380 Properties. Other actions included approving a $15,913/month annual agreement with PeopleService for FY26, a two-year legal services contract for the police department, and a $65,701 water quality grant for Angel's Park bioretention and native plantings.

• Approved $127,218.60 water main installation contract with Denver Underground for Eagles Landing Phase II (4-0)
• Approved $22,000 engineering agreement with Bolton & Menk for Eagles Landing water main (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6936 authorizing vacation of easements in Eagles Landing (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6937 approving easement agreement with I380 Properties (4-0)
• Approved $15,913/month annual agreement with PeopleService for FY26 (4-0)
• Approved two-year agreement with JSC Legal for police department attorney services (4-0)
• Approved $2,234.46 for repairs to 2018 Chevrolet Diesel Public Works truck (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 705 (2nd reading) amending park regulations (4-0)

Planning Zoning

The Evansdale Planning and Zoning Commission will not meet on February 25, 2025, due to lack of business. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to discuss or decide.

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will vote on several resolutions including a $22,388.50 change order with Rathje Construction and a $71,408 storm water infrastructure contract with Denver Underground and Bolton & Menk. They will also set a public hearing on easement vacations in Eagles Landing, dedicate Outlot B of Eagles Landing Subdivision, and consider allocating GO Bond funds to Water Works. The first reading of Ordinance 705, which changes park regulations, and discussion of the FY26 budget are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 6930 approving change order #3 for $22,388.50 with Rathje Construction
• Resolution 6931 approving $71,408 for storm water infrastructure with Denver Underground and Bolton & Menk
• Resolution 6932 setting public hearing on vacation of easements in Eagles Landing
• Resolution 6933 dedicating Outlot B of Eagles Landing Subdivision First Addition
• Ordinance 705 (1st reading) amending park regulations

The Evansdale City Council approved several resolutions including a $72,408 storm water infrastructure contract, a $22,388.50 change order with Rathje Construction, and a $300,000 GO Bond allocation to Water Works (with possible increase to $600,000). The council also authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with INRCOG for the Angels Park Improvement Project and set a public hearing date for easement vacations in Eagles Landing. Additionally, the first reading of an ordinance updating park regulations was approved.

• Approved change order #3 for $22,388.50 with Rathje Construction (4-0)
• Approved $72,408 for storm water infrastructure with Denver Underground and Bolton & Menk (4-0)
• Set public hearing date for vacation of easements in Eagles Landing (4-0)
• Dedicated Outlot B of Eagles Landing Subdivision First Addition (4-0)
• Authorized MOU with INRCOG for Angels Park Improvement Project (4-0)
• Allocated $300,000 in GO Bond funds to Water Works, with possible increase to $600,000 (4-0)
• Authorized mayor to research prices and funding for Elk Run Creek Levee Trail Project (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 705 updating park regulations (4-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve January meeting minutes and bills, review the treasury and circulation reports, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes reviewing the telephone usage and disaster policies. New business involves reviewing electrical quotes, voting on a proctoring policy, and reviewing the personnel policy.

• Review of Telephone Usage Policy
• Review of Evansdale Public Library Disaster Policy
• Electrical quotes for review
• Review and vote on Proctoring Policy
• Review of Personnel Policy

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the January 2025 meeting minutes, paid January bills of $846.66, and adopted a new proctoring policy. A review of the telephone usage policy was tabled, and the disaster plan and personnel policy were discussed for further review in March.

• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes with correction (3-0)
• Approved payment of January 2025 bills totaling $846.66 (3-0)
• Approved proctoring policy (3-0)
• Tabled review of telephone usage policy

City Council

The Evansdale City Council will vote on three change orders totaling $51,217 for the Eagles Landing Phase II project, approve a site plan for a Kwik Trip/Kwik Star at the Eagles Landing Trucking Center, and consider extending sewer and water for Phase II. They will also discuss the FY26 budget, approve a 3-year law enforcement agreement with Elk Run Heights, and purchase new police guns and bridge decking materials.

• Change order #1 ($17,803) with Rathje Construction for Eagles Landing Phase II
• Change order #2 ($10,500) with Rathje Construction for Eagles Landing Phase II
• Change order #3 ($22,914) with Rathje Construction for Eagles Landing Phase II
• Kwik Trip/Kwik Star site plan for Eagles Landing Trucking Center
• Purchase 14 police gun sets & ammo for $16,215.26

The Evansdale City Council voted unanimously to deny a request from the Planning & Zoning Commission to increase its membership from five to seven, keeping Ordinance 699 intact. The council also approved multiple resolutions including change orders for Rathje Construction totaling $28,303, pay application #22 for the wastewater plant project, and a site plan for Kwik Star at Eagles Landing contingent on a favorable retention pond outcome. Additionally, the council approved a 3-year 28E law enforcement agreement with Elk Run Heights, a $16,215 purchase of police guns and ammo, and $24,385.70 for bridge decking lumber. A motion to place Eagles Landing Phase II sewer/water extension on the next agenda was approved.

• Denied Planning & Zoning Commission request to increase board from 5 to 7 members (5-0)
• Approved change order #1 ($17,803) with Rathje Construction (5-0)
• Approved change order #2 ($10,500) with Rathje Construction (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 6925 for change order #3 ($22,914) with Rathje Construction
• Approved pay application #22 ($29,108.67) to Woodruff Construction for wastewater plant rehab (5-0)
• Approved change order #6 ($3,372.60) to Woodruff Construction for wastewater plant project (5-0)
• Approved Kwik Trip/Kwik Star site plan for Eagles Landing Trucking Center contingent on retention pond outcome (5-0)
• Approved 3-year 28E Law Enforcement Agreement with Elk Run Heights (5-0)

January 28 Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and vote on Resolution 01-2025, which approves the site plan for the Kwik Star Trucking Center at Eagles Landing. The commission will also discuss board concerns and completing an agenda item request form for the City Council. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Resolution 01-2025: approval of Kwik Star Trucking Center site plan at Eagles Landing, south of 100 Eagles Landing Parkway
• Discussion on completing an Agenda Item Request Form for City Council
• Approval of January 28, 2025 agenda and September 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved Resolution 01-2025 for the Kwik Trip/Kwik Star civil plans, stormwater calculations, building/canopy elevations, and sign plan for the Eagles Landing Trucking Center. The commission recommended that the council review stormwater responsibilities for hazardous waste runoff and the public utility/drainage easement. A motion to approve the September 24, 2024 minutes failed because they were already approved at a prior meeting.

• Approved Resolution 01-2025 for Kwik Trip/Kwik Star civil plans, stormwater calculations, building/canopy elevations, and sign plan for Eagles Landing Trucking Center (4-0)
• Motion to approve September 24, 2024 regular meeting minutes failed because already approved at November 26, 2024 meeting (0-4)

January 21 City Council Special Budget Session

The Evansdale City Council is holding a special session to discuss the proposed FY26 budget. The agenda includes a detailed review of the general fund, with proposed revenues and expenses balanced at $3,084,022. Notable changes include increased spending on police operations, fire department equipment, and park projects.

• Proposed general fund budget of $3,084,022 for FY26
• Police operations budget increases to $917,129
• Fire department budget increases to $380,192, including $150,000 for ambulance equipment
• Parks budget increases to $511,269, including $300,000 for grant match
• Property tax revenue projected at $948,000

The Evansdale City Council held a special session to discuss the FY26 budget. Topics included police vehicle and training, fire department equipment, park projects, and road use expenses. No formal votes were taken on budget items; the meeting was procedural only.

• Approved January 21, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:54 p.m. (5-0)

January 21 City Council

The Evansdale City Council will hear the FY24 audit presentation from BerganKDV, which identified a material weakness in segregation of accounting duties. The council will also consider a Rental Housing Regulatory & Inspection Program and Property Maintenance Code, approve a $114,894.25 payment for the wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation project, and authorize several other expenditures.

• FY24 audit presentation with material weakness noted: lack of segregation of accounting duties
• Resolution 6920: $114,894.25 pay application #21 to Woodruff Construction for Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project
• Resolution 6921: $3,193.18 for new light pole at W. Gilbert Drive and Fran Street with MidAmerican Energy
• Authorization of $10,789.26 for repairs to John Deere 544K with Murphy Tractor
• Consideration of Rental Housing Regulatory & Inspection Program and Property Maintenance Code

The Evansdale City Council approved several routine items including a $114,894.24 payment for the wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation, a $5,100 IT services agreement, and dates for the city-wide garage sale and clean-up. A resident spoke about the wastewater plant tour and budget process, and another about garbage carts. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda and listed resolutions.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December department reports and January meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6920: $114,894.24 pay application #21 to Woodruff Construction for WWTP Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6921: $3,193.18 for new light pole at W. Gilbert Drive and Fran Street with MidAmerican Energy (5-0)
• Approved $10,789.26 in repairs to John Deere 544K with Murphy Tractor (5-0)
• Approved city-wide garage sale for May 30–June 1 (5-0)
• Approved city-wide clean-up for June 6–7 (5-0)
• Approved one-year IT services agreement with Mainstay Systems of Iowa LLC for $5,100 (5-0)

Library Board

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the January bills, review the 2025 budget and vote on it, and discuss old business including the Telephone Usage Policy and the Disaster Policy. The meeting is a regular monthly business meeting with routine approvals and policy reviews.

• Approval of December 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval to pay January bills
• 2025 Budget Review/Vote
• Review Telephone Usage Policy
• Review Evansdale Public Library Disaster Policy

The Evansdale Public Library Board of Trustees approved the proposed budget for FY 2025/2026, including a request for $3,000 from contracting city Elk Run Heights for library improvements. The board also approved January bills totaling $969.37 and tabled a review of the Telephone Usage Policy. The meeting was held on January 20, 2025.

• Approved FY 2025/2026 budget including $3,000 ask from Elk Run Heights (4-0)
• Approved January bills of $969.37 (4-0)
• Approved December 2024 meeting minutes with correction (4-0)
• Tabled review of Telephone Usage Policy

January 14 City Council Special Budget Session

The Evansdale City Council will hold a special budget session to discuss the FY26 budget and vote on Resolution 6918, authorizing a $221,711.11 payment to Midwest Concrete for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project. The meeting includes procedural items like agenda approval and council reports.

• Resolution 6918 authorizing pay application #3 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $221,711.11 for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project
• FY26 Budget discussion

The Evansdale City Council approved Resolution 6918 authorizing pay application #3 to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $221,711.11 for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project. The meeting also included a budget discussion covering public safety, revenue sources, and police equipment needs. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved January 7, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6918 authorizing $221,711.11 pay application #3 to Midwest Concrete for Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project (5-0)

January 7 City Council

The Evansdale City Council will consider two change orders for the Lafayette Road Reconstruction Project, totaling a net increase of $13,654.60. They will also authorize a $2,500 payment to Operation Threshold and renew an agreement with Fischels Commercial Group through 2025. A special budget meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

• Resolution 6916: Change order #1 to Midwest Concrete for -$19,690 on Lafayette Reconstruction Project
• Resolution 6917: Change order #2 to Midwest Concrete for $33,344.60 on Lafayette Reconstruction Project
• Request to authorize $2,500 payment to Operation Threshold for FY25
• Request to continue agreement with Chris Fischels (Fischels Commercial Group) through December 31, 2025
• Request to schedule special FY26 budget meeting for January 14, 2025