Marble Rock, Iowa

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review and act on the meeting agenda, July 14, 2026 minutes, and public comments. It will consider several financial actions, including a Motorola Solutions change order that applies a $416,338.44 prepayment to reduce maintenance costs, stopping interest on a $24,000 school‑ready fund, and a corrective operating transfer between funds. The Board will also note the hiring of a dispatcher and receive updates from various boards and commissions.

• Approve agenda for the meeting
• Approve July 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approve Motorola Solutions Change Order 008: reduction of maintenance price using a $416,338.44 prepayment
• Approve stopping interest on FMC ECI‑School Ready Fund $24,000
• Approve Res 3‑1‑26 corrective operating transfer from Emergency Communications Sys Fund to General Fund

Board of Health

The Floyd County Board of Health will meet on July 20, 2026 to approve the agenda and minutes from the May 18 meeting. The board will review the public health and home health care reports, including year‑to‑date budgets. It will take annual actions to approve policies and procedures, the FCPH preparedness plan, and standing orders. Additional updates will be given on tobacco grants, cancer initiatives, well and septic issues, and nuisance reports.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from May 18, 2026
• Annual approval of policies and procedures
• Annual approval of FCPH preparedness plan
• Approval of standing orders

Veterans Affairs Commission

The commission will meet to review the budget, claims, and recurring bills. The director will provide updates on office activities.

• Approval of consent agenda including van activity and recurring bills
• Review of bills, budget, and claims

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will review and act on the second reading of Ordinance 2026-02 for conservation area rules, right-of-way contracts for the Underwood Avenue Bridge Project, and a speed limit resolution for Rotary Park Road. Also scheduled are a temporary road closure for the 170th Street Bridge replacement, a fireworks permit for the fairgrounds, and updates on boards and the juvenile detention center.

• Second reading of Floyd County Ordinance 2026-02 establishing rules for County Conservation
• Right-of-way contracts for Underwood Avenue Bridge Project
• Resolution 29-26 setting speed limit on Rotary Park Road
• Resolution 30-26 temporary road closure for 170th Street Bridge replacement
• Fireworks permit for J&M Displays at Floyd County Fairgrounds on July 18

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will hold a regular meeting including public comment, reports, and several action items. Key decisions include reviewing and possibly approving the 2026 Conservation Ordinance draft, updating the Castor Falls Conservation Easement, and discussing no-hunting signs at Edna Pelz. The board will also review the annual report, camping revenue, firewood sales at Tosanak, and hold officer elections.

• Castor Falls Conservation Easement – update
• Floyd County Conservation 2026 Ordinance draft – review/action
• Paul VanAusdall 'no-hunting' signs at Edna Pelz – review/action
• Firewood sales at Tosanak – review/action
• Board officer elections and board member term expiration – review/action

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution establishing speed limits at multiple locations, as well as appointments to the Veteran Affairs Commission and Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center. Other actions include approving a quote for GPS survey equipment, processing drainage district invoices, and authorizing an interfund transfer for conservation.

• Resolution #27-26 establishing speed limits at multiple locations
• Appointment to Veteran Affairs Commission and Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center
• Approval of quote for GPS survey equipment for Engineer's Office
• Communication Tower Project Fund bond proceeds action
• Interfund transfer of $2,243.19 from General Services to Conservation Reserve

The Board approved a resolution establishing 55 mph speed limits on designated secondary roads and authorized signage. It also approved a $42,464.13 GPS survey equipment quote, set $35 per‑meeting compensation for planning and zoning commissioners, and transferred $90,820 from the General Basic Fund to the Conservation Reserve Fund. Additional actions included appointing representatives to the Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center Board and reappointing a veteran‑affairs commissioner.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 23 minutes (3-0)
• Approved GPS survey equipment quote $42,464.13 (3-0)
• Established 55 mph speed limits on secondary roads (3-0)
• Approved $35 per‑meeting compensation for planning & zoning members (3-0)
• Appointed Campbell as primary and Rottinghaus as alternate to Juvenile Detention Center Board (3-0)
• Approved $90,820 interfund transfer to Conservation Reserve Fund (3-0)
• Reappointed Robert Mondt to Veterans Affairs Commission (3-0)

Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a workshop on the Battery Energy Storage System Ordinance Amendment, featuring a panel from Linn County, Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission, Des Moines County, and Lee County. After the workshop, the commission will discuss next steps for the amendment. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Roll call of commission members
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from April 13 and June 10, 2026 meetings
• Battery Energy Storage System Ordinance Amendment workshop with panelists
• Discussion of next steps for the ordinance amendment

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review and vote on the FY27 budget, appropriations, and a new conservation ordinance. The meeting also includes public comments and the appointment of a Veteran Affairs Commission member.

• FY27 Salary/Wage Certifications
• FY27 Budget Appropriations
• Public Purpose Service by County Departments (FY27)
• Ordinance 2026-02: Conservation Area Rules
• Verde Technologies Deterra Drug Deactivation pouches

The Board adopted the FY27 budget appropriation totaling $23,937,379. It also approved FY27 salary and wage certifications with new hires and changes. Additional actions included appointing a veteran affairs commissioner and updating open‑records procedures. Several conservation ordinance items were tabled or failed to advance.

• Approved FY27 Budget Appropriation $23,937,379 (3-0)
• Approved FY27 Salary/Wage Certifications – added Jessie Holm ($82,565) and Kim McCoy ($28.55/hr), 0% increase for Austin Walk, removed Ann Wagner (3-0)
• Appointed Ed Abbott to Veterans Affairs Commission (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Appropriation Changes – reallocated $2,000 to Data Processing (3-0)
• Approved Public Purpose Service expenditures for economic development in FY27 (3-0)
• Approved updates to Iowa Open Records and Open Meetings Laws (3-0)
• Tabled second reading of Conservation Ordinance 2026-02 until after July 7 meeting (3-0)
• Motion to remove Chapter 5 from Conservation Ordinance 2026-02 died for lack of a second

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and first consideration of Ordinance 2026-02, establishing rules for areas under county conservation. They will also consider annual transfers to the Conservation Reserve Fund and Secondary Roads, rescind several drainage district assessments totaling $8,000, and discuss an ambulance feasibility study. Other actions include approving claims, minutes, and a July 4 courthouse grounds permit.

• Public hearing at 9:15am and first consideration of Ordinance 2026-02 for Conservation area rules
• Annual appropriation/transfer from General Fund to Conservation Reserve Fund
• Interfund transfers via Res #18-26 and Res #19-26 from General Services and Rural Services to Secondary Roads
• Rescinding Drainage District Assessments: DD #25 ($2,000), DD #18 ($1,500), DD #13 Main ($1,500), DD #7 ($1,500), DD #3 Lateral 2 ($1,500)
• Discussion regarding an ambulance feasibility study

The board amended the agenda, appointed Marsha Schwab as the Rural Nora Springs Public Library trustee, and approved a $44,500 ambulance feasibility study with the county’s $22,250 share. It also transferred $1,705,373 from general and rural funds to the Secondary Road Fund, approved a $90,820 conservation appropriation, adopted new drainage district levies, and granted a permit for a July 4 display on courthouse grounds.

• Amended agenda, removing item #22 (3-0)
• Appointed Marsha Schwab as Rural Nora Springs Public Library Trustee (3-0)
• Approved Public Consulting Group ambulance feasibility study, county share $22,250 (3-0)
• Approved annual appropriation $90,820 to Conservation Reserve Fund (3-0)
• Approved interfund transfer $135,531 from General Basic Fund to Secondary Road Fund (3-0)
• Approved interfund transfer $1,569,842 from Rural Services Basic Fund to Secondary Road Fund (3-0)
• Approved FY25 drainage district levy totals $23,300 (3-0)
• Approved courthouse grounds permit for J&M Displays on July 4, 2026 (3-0)

Veterans Affairs Commission

The Commission will meet to review bills, budget claims, and office updates. The body will also discuss a commissioner replacement.

• Review and action on bills, budget, and claims
• Discussion of commissioner replacement
• Approval of consent agenda regarding van activity and recurring bills

The Commission approved the agenda, previous minutes, and consent agenda. Ed Abbott was approved to replace April Banks as a commissioner. The Commission also approved payment of bills, budget, and claims.

• Approved meeting agenda (Speas/Quint)
• Approved October Minutes (Quint/Speas)
• Approved consent agenda (Speas/Quint)
• Approved payment of bills, budget, and claims (Speas/Quint)
• Approved Ed Abbott to replace April Banks (Speas/Quint)

Zoning Commission

This is a special educational workshop and site tour of a utility-scale battery energy storage facility/substation site south of Hampton, hosted by Corn Belt Power and Tesla. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; members of the public may join the tour by request.

• Site tour of utility-scale battery energy storage facility/substation south of Hampton, Iowa, hosted by Corn Belt Power and Tesla

The Planning and Zoning Commission performed an informal informational tour of the battery energy storage system south of Hampton. The visit included an overview of system operations from Corn Belt Power Cooperative and Tesla representatives. No formal action was taken during this session.

• No formal action was taken

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to review and canvass the results of the June 2, 2026 Primary Election. The body will consider action on Resolution #17-26 to certify the Floyd County election results.

• Canvass of June 2, 2026 Primary Election results
• Review/Action on Res #17-26 Certification of Floyd County Election Results

The supervisors approved the meeting agenda unanimously. They then approved Resolution 17-26, officially certifying the June 2, 2026 primary election results. The meeting was adjourned after all items were completed.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Certified June 2 primary election results (Resolution 17-26) (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider several actions, including how to allocate the $27,000 FMC Decat Project Fund, approve online banking signers for Two River/First Mid Bank, and name depositories for the Treasurer and Auditor. The meeting also includes appointments to the Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center board and the Shell Rock River Watershed Management Coalition, as well as a subcontract agreement for the Learning Connection Program Services and discussion of drainage assessments.

• Disposition of the $27,000 FMC Decat Project Fund
• Authorization of signers and online banking access for Two River/First Mid Bank
• Naming of depositories for the Treasurer and Auditor for 2026
• Appointment to the Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center board and Shell Rock River Watershed Management Coalition
• Review/Action on Subcontract Agreement for the Learning Connection Program Services

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved a Subcontract Agreement with the Charles City Community School District for the Learning Connection Program, effective July 1, 2026 for FY27. The Board also approved authorized individuals and online access for the Two Rivers/First Mid Bank account and updated the naming of depositories for 2026. Additionally, Tyron Steere was appointed to the Shell Rock River Watershed Management Coalition.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 2, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims list of payments (3-0)
• Approved authorized individuals for Two Rivers/First Mid Bank account (3-0)
• Approved Res #16-26 updating depository naming for 2026 (3-0)
• Appointed Tyron Steere to Shell Rock River Watershed Management Coalition (3-0)
• Approved payout of accrued PTO for Jill McKeen (3-0)
• Approved Subcontract Agreement for Learning Connection Program Services (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will meet on June 2, 2026, to review and take action on several items, including an invoice for judicial review, a repair estimate for Drainage District #18, and a 3-year contract for cost advisory services. They will also discuss secondary roads shops and note routine items such as liquor license renewals and hirings.

• Ahlers & Cooney invoices of $295.91 for Judicial Review of IUC Permit
• Estimate from Zimmerman Excavating Inc. for repairs in Drainage District #18
• Review of stopping interest on Communication Tower Fund 34000
• Cost Advisory Services 3-year contract for professional consulting services
• Fees collected from Auditor and Recorder for quarter ending March 31, 2026

The board approved the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and several financial items, including a $295.91 invoice and a $34,000 estimate for drainage repairs in District #18. They also moved to stop interest on the $34,000 Communication Tower Fund and approved a three‑year Cost Advisory Services contract. Additional actions included noting a liquor‑license renewal and hiring two staff members.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 26, 2026 minutes and joint meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims County #2572‑2641, Engineer #10701‑10714, Drainage #15457 (3-0)
• Approved payment of Ahlers & Cooney invoice $295.91 (3-0)
• Approved estimate from Zimmerman Excavating Inc. $34,000 for Drainage District #18 repairs (3-0)
• Approved stopping interest on Communication Tower Fund $34,000 and transfer to non‑interest account (3-0)
• Approved Cost Advisory Services 3‑year contract FY27‑FY30 (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve the agenda and previous minutes. The board will also determine the date, time, and location for a public hearing concerning Ordinance 2026-02.

• Public hearing scheduling for Ordinance 2026-02 regarding Floyd County Conservation Board rules and regulations

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved its agenda and the May 19, 2026 minutes. They rescinded a prior motion to hold a hearing on Ordinance 2026-02 and scheduled a new public hearing for June 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. in the courthouse board room. The meeting was adjourned at 5:43 p.m.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 19, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Rescinded May 12 motion on Ordinance 2026-02 (3-0)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 2026-02 on June 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:43 p.m. (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

This joint meeting of the Floyd County Board of Supervisors, Charles City City Council, and Floyd County Ambulance Commission will hear presentations from two consultants on an ambulance feasibility study. After the presentations, the bodies will discuss the study. No action items beyond agenda approval are listed.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Presentation by Public Consulting Group on ambulance feasibility study
• Presentation by Emergency Management Solutions Inc. on ambulance feasibility study
• Discussion of ambulance feasibility study

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the meeting agenda (3‑0). Two ambulance service feasibility study proposals were presented and discussed, and both the Board and the City Council said they would favor moving forward, but no formal approval was made. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and vote on vacating a portion of Timber Avenue road. They will also discuss paving options for Underwood Avenue/155th Street and consider installing stop signs on Indigo Avenue at 170th Street. Other agenda items include an AMR contract renewal, pavement maintenance quotes, and routine approvals.

• Public hearing on Timber Avenue Road Vacation (9:15 am) followed by resolution to vacate
• Discussion of Underwood Avenue/155th Street paving project options
• Resolution to install stop signs on Indigo Avenue at 170th Street
• Review/Action regarding AMR Contract (likely ambulance service)
• Review/Action regarding Denco Quotes for Pavement Maintenance

The Floyd County Board approved the AMR services contract covering July 1 2026 through June 30 2029 and directed the County Attorney to request the missing financial statements. The Board also approved a road vacation, new stop signs at Indigo Avenue, a drainage‑ditch spray bid, corrected a prior motion reference, and authorized payment of drainage‑district invoices. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved three‑year AMR contract (3‑0)
• Approved Denco pavement‑maintenance quotes totaling $231,104.46 (3‑0)
• Approved vacating and closing a county road segment (Res #14‑26) (3‑0)
• Approved installing stop signs on Indigo Avenue at 170th Street (Res #15‑26) (3‑0)
• Approved Legge Farms bid to spray Drainage Ditch #3 for $2,243.19 (3‑0)
• Approved correction of November 25 2025 motion reference to Drainage District 9 Lateral #19 (3‑0)
• Approved payment of invoices for Drainage District 9 Lateral #19 repairs ($2,299.52 and $3,996.75) (3‑0)

Veterans Affairs Commission

The Floyd County Veterans Affairs Commission meets to approve minutes, consent agenda (van activity and recurring bills), and review bills, budget, and claims. The commission will also discuss a commissioner replacement and an association departure. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of consent agenda covering van activity and recurring bills
• Review and action on bills, budget, and claims
• Discussion of an association departure
• Discussion of a commissioner replacement
• Announcement of next meeting date (June 15th)

The commission approved its agenda, the October meeting minutes, and the consent agenda. It also approved payment of bills, the budget and related claims. Commissioners voted to replace April Banks with Ed Abbott. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (passed)
• Approved October minutes (passed)
• Approved consent agenda (passed)
• Approved payment of bills, budget and claims (passed)
• Approved replacement of commissioner: Ed Abbott replaces April Banks (passed)

Board of Health

The Floyd County Board of Health will review reports from Public Health/Home Health Care and the County Sanitarian. The board is scheduled to take action on signatory authority for FY27 and the Private Well Grant Program.

• FY27 Signatory Authority (Action)
• Private Well Grant Program Signatory Authority (Action)
• Nuisance report regarding two complaints at 1539 Rock Grove Lane
• YTD Budget reviews for Public Health and Sanitarian offices
• Update on sharing of Environmental Health Duties

Board of Supervisors

The board will hold a public hearing at 9:30 a.m. on the FY26 budget amendment and vote on Resolution #13-26 to adopt it. They will also set a date for a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-02, which establishes rules for areas under the Conservation Board. Additionally, the board notes the resignation of a Conservation Ranger/Natural Resource Manager.

• Public hearing at 9:30 a.m. for FY26 Budget Amendment
• Resolution #13-26: FY26 County Budget Amendment
• Setting date, time, and location for public hearing on Ordinance 2026-02 (Conservation Board rules)
• Note resignation of Conservation Ranger/Natural Resource Manager
• Approval of claims and May 5 minutes

The supervisors approved the meeting agenda, the May 5 minutes, and a series of county claims. They set a public hearing for Ordinance 2026‑02 on June 2. The board adopted Resolution #13‑26, a FY26 budget amendment that increased net revenue by $99,039 and net expenditures by $166,206. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 a.m.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 5 minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims County #2419‑2479 and Engineer #10655‑10683 (3-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 2026‑02 on June 2, 2026 (3-0)
• Noted resignation of Conservation Ranger/Natural Resource Manager Spencer Dejoode (effective May 29, 2026)
• Approved FY26 budget amendment (Resolution #13‑26) with net revenue +$99,039 and net expenditure +$166,206 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:35 a.m. (3-0)

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will meet to review and take action on a 2026 ordinance draft and a stewardship agreement for the Castor Falls Conservation Area. The board will also address the resignation of a Ranger/Natural Resource Manager and the hiring of a replacement.

• Castor Falls Conservation Area stewardship agreement review/action
• Floyd County Conservation 2026 Ordinance draft review/action
• Hiring of Natural Resource Manager
• Resignation of Ranger / Natural Resource Manager

The board approved the April meeting minutes, March claims, and the meeting agenda, each by a 4‑0 vote. Austin Walk was hired as the Natural Resource Manager, with the job description changes approved 4‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

• Approved April meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved March claims/bills (4-0)
• Accepted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved changes to Natural Resource Manager job description and hired Austin Walk (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider approving claims and minutes from the previous meeting. They will review invoices totaling $751.42 from Ahlers & Cooney for judicial review of an IUC permit, and act on a courthouse grounds sign application and a liquor license renewal for the Floyd County Fair. A presentation on behavioral health services is also scheduled.

• Approval of claims
• Ahlers & Cooney invoices of $751.42 for Judicial Review of IUC Permit
• Use of courthouse grounds application for Floyd County Fair sign
• Floyd County Fair liquor license renewal
• Hiring of Conservation Natural Resource Manager

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda, the April 28 minutes, and several financial items. They authorized payment of a $751.42 Ahlers & Cooney invoice, approved the display of a fair sign on courthouse grounds, and renewed the Floyd County Fair liquor license. The meeting was adjourned at 10:27 a.m. after all motions carried unanimously.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved April 28 minutes (3-0)
• Approved County claims #2359-2418 and Engineer claims #10648-10654 (3-0)
• Approved payment of Ahlers & Cooney invoice $751.42 (3-0)
• Approved use of courthouse grounds to display Floyd County Fair sign (3-0)
• Approved Floyd County Fair liquor license renewal (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:27 a.m. (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on Craig Wood's request for a variance from the minimum lot area requirement. The property is one acre, but the minimum required is 1.5 acres. The board will discuss and then vote to approve or deny the variance.

• Public hearing and vote on Craig Wood's variance request for a 1-acre lot at 1600 block Glass Avenue south of Rudd, parcel 05-24-400-004-00

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider approving funding agreements for multiple Raise Grant road projects, discuss repairs to Drainage District #9, and set a public hearing for the vacation of Timber Avenue. Other items include a bridge load posting resolution, a sign maintenance policy, and contracts for audit services and child support staffing. The meeting also covers personnel actions such as hiring conservation aides and pay increases for a jailer and an auditor's clerk.

• Funding agreement for Raise Grant Projects: 7 items (HDP-C034 codes)
• Discussion regarding Drainage District #9 repairs
• Resolution #12-26 for bridge load posting on bridge 153660
• Setting public hearing for vacation of Timber Avenue south of 130th Street
• Request for proposal for audit services for FY26, FY27, and FY28

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. It adopted a funding agreement for several Raise Grant Projects, reduced weight limits on Bridge No. 153660, and updated the county sign‑maintenance policy. A public hearing was scheduled for the vacation of Timber Avenue, and the board entered a software‑program agreement with ReGov Iowa and accepted an audit services bid from Gardiner & Company.

• Approved agenda (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved April 21, 2026 minutes (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved funding agreement for Raise Grant Projects HDP‑C034(111)‑(117) (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved bridge load posting for Bridge No. 153660, reducing weight limits (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved revised Floyd County Sign Maintenance Policy (motion carried 3-0)
• Set public hearing for vacation of Timber Avenue south of 130th Street (motion carried 3-0)
• Entered ReGov Iowa Pre‑Release Software Program Agreement (motion carried 3-0)
• Accepted Gardiner & Company audit services bid for FY26‑FY28 and FMC Empowerment services (motion carried 3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will review and potentially approve April 2026 minutes, the 2025 audit report, and proclamations for Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Awareness months. The agenda also includes updates on drainage repairs and the receipt of a regional audit report.

• Approval of April 14, 2026 minutes
• Review of Floyd County Audit Report for year ending June 30, 2025
• Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation
• Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation
• Update on Drainage District #9 repairs

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved its agenda and the April 14 minutes, both unanimously. They also approved county and engineer claims, two proclamations, a Noxious Weed publication, and a five‑day liquor license for Traveling Tapster LLC. The meeting was adjourned at 10:16 a.m.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved April 14 minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims County #2273-2317 and Engineer #10626-10636 (3-0)
• Approved Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (3-0)
• Approved Sexual Assault Awareness Month proclamation (3-0)
• Approved Noxious Weed publication (3-0)
• Approved five‑day liquor license for Traveling Tapster LLC, 2526 US Highway 218 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the FY27 County Budget and certification of taxes. Members will also review the FY 2027 Secondary Road Budget and Five Year Program from the Iowa Department of Transportation.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY27 County Budget and certification of taxes
• Approval of Elected Officials FY27 Salaries (Res # 10-26)
• Iowa Department of Transportation FY 2027 Secondary Road Budget and Five Year Program
• Ahlers & Cooney invoices of $750.48 for Judicial Review of IUC Permit
• Renewal liquor license application for Rustic Acres

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors adopted the FY27 County Budget, confirming revenues, expenditures, and property tax levies. They also approved the FY27 Iowa DOT secondary road budget and its five‑year program, and set FY27 salaries for elected officials. Additional actions included approving several memoranda of understanding, an invoice for a judicial review, and renewing the Rustic Acres liquor license. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved FY27 Iowa DOT Secondary Road Budget (3‑0)
• Approved FY27 Iowa DOT Secondary Road Five‑Year Program (3‑0)
• Approved FY27 elected officials salaries (Resolution 10‑26) (3‑0)
• Adopted FY27 County Budget and certified taxes (Resolution 11‑26) (3‑0)
• Approved Mental Health Advocate MOU with Howard County (3‑0)
• Approved Ahlers & Cooney invoice $750.48 for Judicial Review of IUC Permit (3‑0)
• Approved MOU for building permits intake among Assessor, Planning & Zoning, and Board (3‑0)
• Approved renewal liquor license for Rustic Acres (3‑0)

Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to elect officers and discuss the process for amending the Battery Energy Storage System ordinance.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of Battery Energy Storage System Ordinance Amendment Process

The commission approved its agenda and the July 24, 2024 minutes unanimously. Derek Straube was welcomed as a new member. Dean Tjaden was elected Chair with a 3-2 vote, and Candi Brandau Larson was re‑elected Vice Chair unanimously. No policy actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Dean Tjaden as Chair (3-2)
• Re‑elected Candi Brandau Larson as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 1, 2026 (later cancelled)

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will consider several items, including a draft 2026 conservation ordinance. It will also review stewardship agreements for the Castor Falls Conservation Area and plans for the Tosanak Recreation Area archery deer hunt. Additional agenda items involve a Google Water Efficiency and Quality Grant and firework permit requests for FCC areas.

• Review and action on the draft Floyd County Conservation 2026 Ordinance
• Review and action on stewardship agreement for Castor Falls Conservation Area
• Review and action on preserving Tosanak Rec Area DMZ archery deer hunt 2026
• Review and action on the Google Water Efficiency and Quality Grant
• Review and action on firework permit applications for FCC areas

The Conservation Board approved the March meeting minutes, March claims and the meeting agenda, each by a 5-0 vote. It then voted 5-0 to ask the Floyd County Board of Supervisors to approve the draft county conservation ordinances. The board also approved securing tags for a deer archery hunt at Tosanak and preparing a letter of intent for a Google Water Efficiency and Quality Grant, both 5-0 votes, and agreed to consider a fireworks permit request at a future meeting.

• Approved March meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March claims/bills (5-0)
• Accepted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved request for Board of Supervisors to approve draft county conservation ordinances (5-0)
• Approved securing tags for a deer archery hunt at Tosanak Recreation Area (5-0)
• Approved preparation of a letter of intent for Google Water Efficiency and Quality Grant (5-0)
• Board will consider a fireworks permit request at a future meeting (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustments will hold an open public hearing on a conditional use application for a cabin and RV parking spot at two separate parcels in St. Charles Township. After the hearing, the board will discuss and then vote to approve or deny the permits. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval, officer elections, and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing on conditional use application for a cabin/RV parking spot at Parcel #11-32-200-005-00 (NE Quarter of the NE Quarter, Section 32, St Charles Township)
• Public hearing on conditional use application for a cabin/RV parking spot at Parcel #11-33-300-005-00 (South Half of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter, Section 33, St Charles Township)
• Board discussion and roll‑call vote to approve or deny the conditional use permits

The Board elected Teresa Stevens-Marth as Chair and Rick Cordes as Vice Chair, each with unanimous approval. It also approved the agenda and the minutes from August 20, 2025, without dissent. Finally, the Board approved both conditional use applications for cabin/RV sites with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Teresa Stevens-Marth as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Rick Cordes as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved both cabin/RV conditional use applications (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conference Board

The Conference Board will review and vote on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026/27. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the budget and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public Hearing: FY 2026/27 Proposed Budget
• Review/Action: Adoption of FY 2026/27 Budget
• Review/Action: Approval of February 3, 2026 minutes

The board approved the meeting agenda and the February 3 minutes, each with all voting units in favor. The proposed FY 2026 budget was also approved unanimously. Assessor Schmidt will deny the request for the EagleView aerial‑photography database per the contract restrictions, and the permit application form was revised to match the new fee schedule approved on March 31, 2026.

• Approved meeting agenda (all voting units in favor)
• Approved February 3 minutes (all voting units in favor)
• Approved FY 2026 budget (all votes in favor)
• Assessor Schmidt to deny EagleView aerial‑photography database request
• Revised permit application form to align with new fee schedule

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will review and take action on meeting minutes, claims, and the Planning and Zoning Department Fee Schedule. The agenda also includes notes on a juvenile detention center audit, a hiring update, and budget reviews.

• Approval of March 24, 2026 minutes
• Approval of Planning and Zoning Department Fee Schedule
• Approval of claims
• Note: Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center FY24 Audit
• Note: Hiring of part time Registered Nurse/BSN

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda and the March 24 meeting minutes, adopted a new zoning schedule of fees, voided a $12.99 warrant, and changed the funding split for the Planning and Zoning Administrator’s salary. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved meeting agenda (3‑0)
• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved County claims #2107‑2138 and Engineer #10579‑10590 (3‑0)
• Adopted Zoning Schedule of Fees (Resolution 09‑26) (3‑0)
• Voided Warrant No. 29830 for $12.99 (3‑0)
• Restructured Planning and Zoning Administrator pay to 85% Board of Health, 15% Planning Zoning effective March 16, 2026 (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:30 a.m. (3‑0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider funding applications for the FC Opioid Settlement Fund and bids for the 2026 Crushed Stone Resurfacing project. The board will also discuss redistributing duties for 911 Signs, the Board of Health, and Zoning. Additionally, members will set the date for the FY27 County Budget Hearing.

• Two FC Opioid Settlement Fund Proposal Applications
• Bid for 2026 Crushed Stone Resurfacing project
• Contract award for T47 (Packard) HMA Resurfacing with Milling Project FM-C034(123)--55-34
• Payment for Drainage District #3 landowner damages on the Open Ditch project
• FY27 County Budget Hearing scheduling

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2027. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing regarding FY27 Proposed Property Tax Levy

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review reports from Public Health/Home Health Care and the County Sanitarian. The body is scheduled to take action on the Environmental Health Department reorganization and LPHSC approval.

• Environmental Health Department Reorganization (action)
• LPHSC approval (action)
• Environmental health/nuisance complaints at 3145 280th St., 1731 270th St., and 3216 230th St.
• Resignation of Jennifer Solomon as Board of Health Administrative Assistant
• YTD Budget and Well and Septic updates

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will review and act on several items, including a request to allocate Opioid Settlement Funds. They will also consider an amended services contract with Motorola Services for the communications tower, a request to authorize the Board Chair to sign the RAISE Grant Agreement, and the setting of FY27 health and dental insurance rates. Additional agenda items cover ROW vacations, updates from various boards and commissions, and FY27 budget reviews.

• Review/Action regarding Opioid Settlement Funds Request
• Review/Action regarding the approval of an Amended Services Contract with Motorola Services for the Communications Tower
• Review/Action authorizing the Board Chair to sign the RAISE Grant Agreement
• Review/Action regarding setting FY27 Health and Dental Insurance Rates
• Review/Action regarding ROW vacations

The supervisors approved an amended agenda and the March 10 minutes, each by a 3‑0 vote. They approved county claim payments, authorized the Board Chair to sign the RAISE Grant Agreement, and set FY27 health and dental insurance premium rates for employees, all with unanimous votes. The board also approved working with a landowner on a road‑vacation survey cost arrangement and adjourned the meeting.

• Amended agenda to strike Board of Health update – motion carried 3‑0
• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes – motion carried 3‑0
• Approved county claim payments (Claims #2006‑2043 and Engineer #10552‑10563) – motion carried 3‑0
• Authorized Board Chair to sign the RAISE Grant Agreement – motion carried 3‑0
• Approved working with landowner on road‑vacation survey costs – motion carried 3‑0
• Set FY27 employer/employee health and dental insurance premium rates – motion carried 3‑0
• Adjourned meeting at 11:45 a.m. – motion carried 3‑0

Veterans Affairs Commission

The Floyd County Veterans Affairs Commission will consider and vote on the meeting agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and a consent agenda covering van activity and recurring bills. Commissioners will also review bills, budget items, and claims, hear public comments, and receive an update from the VA director. The meeting will conclude with an announcement of the next meeting date and a motion to adjourn.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of last month’s minutes
• Approval of consent agenda (van activity, recurring bills)
• Public comments
• Review of bills, budget, and claims

The Veterans Affairs Commission approved the meeting agenda, the October meeting minutes, and the consent agenda. A motion to pay bills, the budget and related claims was also approved. Commissioners agreed that Director Todd Schriever will leave the association. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (passed)
• Approved October minutes (passed)
• Approved consent agenda (passed)
• Approved payment of bills, budget and claims (passed)
• Commissioners agreed Director Todd Schriever will leave the association

Ambulance Commision

The Floyd County Ambulance Commission will meet to elect officers and review a contract proposal from AMR for the period starting July 1, 2026. The body will also receive an update on a feasibility study.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Discussion of initial AMR contract proposal for period beginning July 1, 2026
• Update on feasibility study

The commission rejected the original AMR contract offer of $560,000 for year one, $576,800 for year two, and $594,104 for year three (vote 1‑4). It approved AMR’s latest proposal, adding conditions that hiring bonuses apply only to existing full‑time positions, are paid incrementally, and require a two‑year employment commitment, and authorized City Administrator Tyler Trout to negotiate (vote 4‑1). The commission also approved the PCG Group’s feasibility study proposal for alternative EMS delivery models (vote 4‑1). All agenda items and minutes were approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned (vote 5‑0).

• Rejected original AMR contract offer ($560,000‑$594,104) (1‑4)
• Approved AMR’s revised contract with hiring‑bonus conditions (4‑1)
• Authorized City Administrator Tyler Trout to negotiate AMR terms (4‑1)
• Approved PCG Group feasibility study proposal (4‑1)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 7‑16‑2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 3‑12‑2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will approve the meeting agenda, consider public comments, and take action on prior minutes and claims. It will discuss quotes for corrugated metal pipes for secondary roads, an agreement with the Area Development Corporation for a wage enhancement program, and a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxes waiver request from the North Iowa Regional Housing Authority. Additional items include hiring a Conservation Director, a health‑care plan presentation, and updates from various boards and the engineer.

• Quotes received for corrugated metal pipes for Secondary Roads
• Agreement with Area Development Corporation for Wage Enhancement Program
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes Waiver Request for North Iowa Regional Housing Authority
• Hiring of Conservation Director
• FY27 budget reviews

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved property tax exemption applications for recreational lakes, forest covers, rivers, streams and open prairies totaling $3,620,370 on 2,534.47 acres, and forest or fruit‑tree reservation exemptions totaling $6,839,450 on 4,998.58 acres. The board also approved a $10,000 memorandum of understanding with the Charles City Area Development Corporation for a childcare wage enhancement program and a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxes waiver for the North Iowa Regional Housing Authority. In addition, the board approved the purchase of corrugated metal culverts for $61,091.60 for the Secondary Roads Department.

• Approved purchase of corrugated metal culverts $61,091.60 (3‑0)
• Approved recreational lakes and open prairie tax exemptions $3,620,370 (3‑0)
• Approved forest/fruit‑tree reservation tax exemptions $6,839,450 (3‑0)
• Approved MOU with Charles City Area Development Corp, $10,000 (2‑0, Carr abstaining)
• Approved Payment in Lieu of Taxes waiver for North Iowa Regional Housing Authority (3‑0)
• Approved agenda (3‑0)
• Approved March 3 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved claims for County #1927‑2005, Engineer #10521‑10551, Drains #15453 (3‑0)

Emergency Management Commission

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors and related commissions will meet to discuss transferring 911 Service Board duties and the Dispatch Department oversight to the Emergency Management Commission. The agenda includes addressing the resignation of the 911 Coordinator and determining the future of the Communications Advisory Board.

• Discussion on transferring 911 duties to Emergency Management Commission
• Addressing resignation of 911 Coordinator Jen Solomon
• Vote on whether Jason Webster can oversee dispatch duties
• Review of Communications Advisory Board (28E) structure
• Consideration of legislative bill SF2458 regarding 911 transfer

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors, Emergency Management Commission, 911 Service Board, and Communications Advisory Board will discuss moving 911 service responsibilities to the Emergency Management Commission. They will also address the resignation of 911 Coordinator Jen Solomon and whether Emergency Management Coordinator Jason Webster should assume those duties. A vote will be taken on shifting oversight of the Dispatch Department to Emergency Management, and the future of the Communications Advisory Board will be reviewed.

• Transfer of duties from Floyd County 911 Service Board to Floyd County Emergency Management
• Transfer of 911 Coordinator duties after Jen Solomon's resignation
• Transition of overseeing Dispatch Department from Board of Supervisors to Emergency Management
• Review of whether the Communications Advisory Board (28E) should continue or be reconfigured
• Motion for each board to approve the agenda

The board approved transferring 911 Service Board duties to the Emergency Management Commission. Jason Webster was appointed 911 Coordinator and his salary was increased by $18,330 effective March 9, 2026. Webster was also given oversight of the Dispatch Department. All motions were approved by the recorded vote counts.

• Approved agenda (Board of Supervisors) – motion carried 2-0
• Amended 911 Service Board bylaws to transfer duties – motion carried 11-0
• Emergency Management Commission to assume 911 Service Board duties – motion carried 7-0
• Approved Jason Webster as 911 Coordinator – motion carried 7-0
• Increased Jason Webster’s salary by $18,330 – motion carried 3-0
• Approved Jason Webster to oversee Dispatch Department – motion carried 7-0
• Transitioned Webster’s duties to include Dispatch oversight – motion carried 3-0
• Adjourned meeting – motions carried 3-0, 7-0, 11-0, 5-0

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will discuss a request to hold a closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate a professional competency issue. The board will also review and act on the vacancy for the Executive Director position. Routine consent agenda items include February meeting minutes and February claims/bills.

• Closed‑session request per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate hiring competency
• Executive Director vacancy review and action
• Consent agenda: February meeting minutes
• Consent agenda: February claims/bills

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will review and act on several items, including a resolution (Res #07-26) that would establish a moratorium on data centers. They will also consider a supplemental agreement for final design services on two bridge projects (HDP-C034(114)--6B-34 and HDP-C034(117)--6B-34) and a wage agreement with the Teamsters Local Union for the Secondary Roads Department. Additional items include drainage district discussions, an invoice of $226.98 for a judicial review, and FY27 budget reviews.

• Resolution #07-26: Establishing a moratorium on data centers
• Supplemental Agreement for final design services for bridge projects HDP-C034(114)--6B-34 and HDP-C034(117)--6B-34
• Wage agreement with Teamsters Local Union for the Secondary Roads Department (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)
• Discussion on Drainage District 18 and tree/weed control program
• Ahlers & Cooney invoice of $226.98 for Judicial Review of IUC Permit

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider zoning ordinance amendments for solar and battery energy storage systems. The board will also discuss FY27 elected officials' salaries and budget reviews. Action is expected on a liquor license renewal for Freeze Frame Bowl.

• Proposed property tax levy maximum and public hearing scheduling
• Zoning ordinance amendments for Battery Energy Storage Systems and Solar Energy Systems via NIACOG
• Liquor license renewal application for Freeze Frame Bowl
• Financial support for TLC wage enhancement project
• FY27 Elected Officials Salaries and Comparables

The board approved several actions, all by unanimous 3‑0 votes. It set a public hearing for the proposed property‑tax levy on March 24 at 9 a.m., approved agreements to amend the zoning ordinance for battery and solar energy systems, and authorized the installation of a Leslyee’s Library in the courthouse. The board also renewed the liquor license for Freeze Frame Bowl and approved the listed county claims.

• Approved public hearing for property tax levy on March 24 (3-0)
• Approved agreement to amend zoning ordinance for Battery Energy Storage Systems (3-0)
• Approved agreement to amend zoning ordinance for Solar Energy Systems (3-0)
• Approved installation of Leslyee’s Library in the courthouse (3-0)
• Approved renewal of liquor license for Freeze Frame Bowl (3-0)
• Approved county claims County #1795-1889 & Engineer #10486-10509 (3-0)
• Approved agenda for the meeting (3-0)
• Approved amendment to February 10 minutes to note phone attendance (3-0)

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will meet on February 11, 2026 at the Fossil & Prairie Center. The agenda includes reading and approving the meeting agenda. The board will discuss the Conservation Director's resignation and consider any necessary actions.

• Conservation Director resignation review/action

The Floyd County Conservation Board approved the meeting agenda (5‑0). The board accepted Conservation Director Adam Sears' resignation and adopted the internal posting and interview process for his replacement (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Accepted Conservation Director Adam Sears' resignation and set hiring process (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a multi-year agreement with the Deputy Sheriff’s Association and discuss updates to zoning ordinances for energy and data centers. The meeting includes reviews of the FY27 budget and the Planning and Zoning Department fee schedule.

• Agreement with Floyd County Deputy Sheriff’s Association for July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029
• Purchase of communication tower cameras using bond proceeds
• Ahlers & Cooney invoices of $976.68 and $117.32
• Zoning ordinance amendments for Battery Energy Storage Systems, Solar, and Data Centers/Crypto Mining
• Plat of Survey for Wentland Woods

The board approved the use of communication tower bond proceeds to purchase a 4K camera for $5,384 and to cover installation and hardware costs of $3,296.40. The motion passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. Additional actions included approving the agenda, meeting minutes, various claims, an anti‑human‑trafficking proclamation, an agreement with the Deputy Sheriff’s Association, hiring a surveyor for the Wentland Woods property, and paying invoices to Ahlers Cooney. The board also noted the renewal of a liquor license and the resignation of the Conservation Director.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved February 3, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims (County #1716‑1794 & Engineer #10464‑10485) (3-0)
• Approved Anti‑Human Trafficking Proclamation (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Floyd County Deputy Sheriff’s Association (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029) (3-0)
• Approved use of bond proceeds for 4K camera purchase ($5,384) and installation ($3,296.40) (3-0)
• Approved hiring Herold‑Reicks Surveying for Wentland Woods property survey (3-0)
• Approved payment to Ahlers Cooney invoice $976.68 and $117.32 (3-0)

Veterans Affairs Commission

The Commission will meet to approve the previous month's minutes and a consent agenda covering van activity and recurring bills. Members will also review budget claims and receive an office update from the director.

• Approval of consent agenda including van activity and recurring bills
• Review of bills, budget, and claims

The Veterans Affairs Commission approved its agenda, the October meeting minutes, and the consent agenda. It also approved payment of bills, the budget and related claims. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (passed)
• Approved October minutes (passed)
• Approved consent agenda (passed)
• Approved payment of bills, budget and claims (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review budget requests and right-of-way purchases. Members will discuss updates to the zoning ordinance regarding solar, battery energy storage, and data centers. The meeting also includes a review of the FY27 budget.

• Main Street Charles City Budget Request
• Res# 05-26 for Purchase of Right-of-Way by Floyd County
• Floyd County Iowa Planning and Zoning Department Fee Schedule
• Zoning Ordinance amendments for Battery Energy Storage Systems, Solar, and Data Centers/Crypto Mining
• Res # 06-26 regarding standards to protect wellheads at proposed confinement feeding operations

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda, the January minutes, and a list of county expense claims. It also adopted Resolution 05‑26 authorizing the County Engineer to purchase right‑of‑way for secondary roads, and Resolution 06‑26 establishing new spacing requirements for wellhead and groundwater monitoring wells. Both resolutions passed unanimously (2‑0). The board further approved an updated door‑access card policy.

• Approved meeting agenda (2‑0)
• Approved January 27, 2026 minutes (2‑0)
• Approved expense claims for items such as Alliant Elect, Arnold Supply Parts, and EMA Alloc (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution 05‑26 to purchase right‑of‑way for secondary roads (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution 06‑26 setting 3‑4 ft spacing for wellhead and groundwater monitoring wells (2‑0)
• Approved updated Door Entrance Access Card & Fob Policy (2‑0)
• Approved Semi‑Annual Treasurer’s Report ending Dec 31, 2025 (2‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:12 p.m. (2‑0)

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will consider several agenda items, including a review of the FY 2026/27 budget. They will also revisit the 2026 Conservation Ordinance and discuss the 2025 Tosanak Recreation Area archery deer hunt results. New business includes a request to use Fossil/Prairie Park after hours and a year‑in‑review slideshow.

• Floyd County Conservation 2026 Ordinance review/action
• Tosanak Rec Area archery deer hunt results 2025 review/action
• Request for permission to use Fossil/Prairie Park after hours review/action
• Conservation budget FY 2026/27 review/action
• Year in Review slideshow presentation review/discussion

The board accepted the November meeting minutes, November claims, and the meeting agenda, each by a 4‑0 vote. A special‑use permit for night photography at Fossil and Prairie Park was denied. The board voted 4‑0 to draft a letter to the Board of Supervisors requesting that all conservation department revenue be returned for reinvestment. The meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

• Accepted November meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted November claims (4-0)
• Accepted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Special‑use permit for night photography denied (no vote recorded)
• Approved draft letter to Board of Supervisors to return all revenue (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Emergency Management Commission

The Floyd County Emergency Management Agency Commission will meet on February 3, 2026, at the Emergency Operations Center and via Microsoft Teams. The agenda includes appointments of the commission chair and vice‑chair, approval of minutes from prior meetings, a discussion of the FY 2027 budget, and setting the date and time for the FY 2027 public budget hearing. Public comment and other commission comments are also scheduled.

• Appointment of Commission Chair
• Appointment of Commission Vice‑Chair
• Approval of 02‑28‑2025 & 01‑26‑2026 minutes
• FY 2027 budget discussion
• Setting date and time for FY 2027 public budget hearing

The commission approved its agenda and reappointed Sheriff Crooks as Chair and Mayor Andrews as Vice‑Chair. The minutes of the Feb 28 2025 meeting were approved after wording changes. A public hearing was scheduled for Feb 16 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Emergency Operations Center. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous vote)
• Reappointed Sheriff Crooks as Chair (unanimous vote)
• Reappointed Mayor Andrews as Vice‑Chair (unanimous vote)
• Approved Feb 28 2025 meeting minutes with wording changes (unanimous vote)
• Set public hearing for Feb 16 2026, 4:00 PM, EOC (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Conference Board

The Floyd County Conference Board will review and act on the proposed 2026/2027 budget and set the date and time for its public hearing. The board will also discuss sharing aerial photography with private entities, consider the appointment of Charles Souder to the Board of Review, and approve minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting.

• Review/Action regarding 2026/2027 Proposed Budget
• Set Date/Time of Public Hearing for 2026/2027 Budget
• Discussion regarding sharing aerial photography with private entities
• Appointment of Charles Souder to Board of Review, term expiring 12/31/2031
• Review/Action regarding approval of minutes from February 26, 2025 meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider budget requests from the Library Association and Healthy Harvest of North Iowa, approve an annual appropriation from the General Basic Fund to the Emergency Management Fund, and discuss other items such as bollard installation, personnel hiring, and dispatcher compensation.

• Floyd County Library Association Budget Request
• Healthy Harvest of North Iowa Budget Request
• Annual appropriation from General Basic Fund to Emergency Management Fund
• Discussion regarding bollards for wellhead protection
• Note the hiring of an Equipment Operator II

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda, the January 19‑20 meeting minutes, and several claim reimbursements. It authorized a $75,000 transfer from the General Basic Fund to the Emergency Management Fund and a $2.00 per hour wage increase for Al Schwickerath, retroactive to Jan. 12, 2026. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0). The board then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (3-0)
• January 19‑20 minutes approved (3-0)
• Claims #1635‑1684 & Engineer #10446‑10453 approved (3-0)
• $75,000 appropriated to Emergency Management Fund (3-0)
• $2.00 per hour wage increase for Al Schwickerath approved (3-0)
• Board adjourned (3-0)

Emergency Management Commission

The Floyd County Emergency Management Agency Commission will meet on Jan 26, 2026 at the Emergency Operations Center and via Microsoft Teams. The commission will approve the agenda and the minutes from the 02-28-2025 meeting, hear public comments, and discuss the update to the Floyd County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, including the planning process, public participation, and hazard analysis.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of 02-28-2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Explanation of hazard mitigation planning process
• Discussion of jurisdictional meetings, public participation, and hazard analysis

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing on the Summit Pork I LLP construction permit application for Section 30 in Scott Township, then review the application and make a recommendation to the Iowa DNR. Additional agenda items include a feasibility study for ambulance service, approval of radio equipment purchases funded by bond proceeds, and a moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems. The meeting also covers FY27 departmental budget reviews and other routine updates.

• Public hearing on Summit Pork I LLP construction permit (Section 30, Scott Township)
• Review/action on Summit Pork I LLP permit and recommendation to Iowa DNR
• Review/action on Ambulance Service Feasibility Study
• Approval of radio equipment purchases: pager & charger ($683.55), desktop charger ($145.68), wireless speaker/microphone ($497.13) using bond proceeds
• Review/action on Res #04-26: Moratorium on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

The board extended the moratorium on battery energy storage system (BESS) installations until August 4, 2026. It approved the Summit Pork I LLP permit with a condition that the applicant install missing bollards around the well. The board also approved a $1,326.36 purchase of radio equipment and reappointed Dr. David Schrodt as medical examiner for a two‑year term. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0) except the adjournment (2‑0).

• Extended BESS moratorium until Aug 4, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Summit Pork I LLP permit with condition to install bollards (3-0)
• Approved purchase of radio equipment for $1,326.36 (3-0)
• Reappointed Dr. David Schrodt as Medical Examiner for two-year term (3-0)
• Approved Bird Friendly County Proclamation (3-0)
• Approved claims: County #1571-1634, Engineer #10429-10445 & Drainage #15452 (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved January 13, 2026 minutes (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a closed‑session to discuss litigation strategy with Attorney Bob Goodwin under Iowa Code 21.5(c). A financial update will be presented by Finance Director Heather Mathre. Engineer Tyler Conley will provide direction on the next steps for the district.

• Closed‑session discussion of litigation strategy (Iowa Code 21.5(c))
• Financial update from Finance Director Heather Mathre
• Engineering direction on next steps from Engineer Tyler Conley

The Board approved the meeting agenda unanimously (6‑0). It then voted to enter a closed session, also unanimously (6‑0). After the closed session, the Board adjourned by unanimous vote (6‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved closed‑session motion (6-0)
• Approved adjournment (6-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will review and act on several agenda items, including budget requests for the county fair and the museum. They will also consider appointments to boards and commissions, and a Title VI non‑discrimination agreement with IDOT and Standard DOT. Additional items include a FY27 departmental budget review and routine updates.

• Floyd County Fair Budget Request
• Floyd County Museum and Historical Society Budget Request
• Appointments to various boards/commissions
• Title VI Non-Discrimination Agreement with IDOT and Standard DOT
• FY27 departmental budget reviews

The board approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting, each by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. It also approved County claims #1475‑1570 and Engineer claims #10410‑10428. The board adopted the Title VI Non‑Discrimination Agreement with IDOT and Floyd County, again by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved January 6, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved County claims #1475-1570 & Engineer claims #10410-10428 (3-0)
• Approved Title VI Non-Discrimination Agreement with IDOT (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Veterans Affairs Commission

The Floyd County Veterans Affairs Commission will conduct routine business, including approving the agenda, minutes, and consent items. Commissioners will review and act on bills, budget items, and claims. The meeting will also include public comments, an update from the VA director, and an announcement of the next meeting date.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of last month’s minutes
• Approval of consent agenda (van activity, recurring bills)
• Review and action on bills, budget, and claims
• Public comments

The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the October meeting minutes and the consent agenda. A motion to pay bills, budget items and claims was approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (passed)
• Approved October minutes (passed)
• Approved consent agenda (passed)
• Approved payment of bills, budget and claims (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Conservation Board

The Floyd County Conservation Board will review its 2026-27 budget, a draft ordinance, and the status of the Castor Falls Conservation Area easement during its January 6 meeting.

• Review and approve December meeting minutes and claims
• Review Castor Falls Conservation Area easement and stewardship agreement
• Review Floyd County Conservation 2026 Ordinance draft
• Review Conservation budget for FY 2026/27
• Review Tosanak Rec Area archery deer hunt 2025

The Floyd County Conservation Board meeting on January 6, 2026 was canceled because a quorum was not present. Only two members attended, so no formal motions were passed and no official business was conducted. Informal updates were given by Director Adam Sears, and agenda items will be carried over to the February meeting. A February meeting date has not yet been set.

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting Ordinance #2026-1, which amends the county zoning ordinance to regulate commercial wind energy conversion systems. The meeting also includes a fifth review of zoning amendments for wind energy and battery storage systems, and a vote on scheduling a public hearing for the Summit Pork I LLP construction permit. Additional items cover invoice approvals, a property title petition dismissal, hiring notes, and FY27 budget reviews.

• Adoption of Ordinance #2026-1 amending the Floyd County Zoning Ordinance regarding commercial wind energy conversion systems (item 8)
• Fifth consideration of amendments to Floyd County Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance #2011-2) for wind energy conversion systems and battery energy storage systems (item 7)
• Review and approval of Ahlers & Cooney invoices: $13.00 for Judicial Review of IUC Permit and $303.02 for Sumit Carbon IUB Permit Proceedings (item 6)
• Dismissal of 657A petition for title of property against Duane Tesch at 1539 Rock Grove Lane (item 9)
• Setting date, time, and location for a public hearing on the Summit Pork I LLP construction permit in Section 30, Scott Township (item 10)

The board approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and several county claims and invoices. It dismissed a nuisance‑petition for the property at 1539 Rock Grove Lane and adopted Ordinance #2026-1 to regulate commercial wind‑energy conversion systems. The board also set a public hearing for the Summit Pork I LLP construction permit and confirmed new hires for an equipment operator and a jailer. Additional budget reviews were conducted before adjourning.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved January 2 minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims County #1418-1473 & Engineer #10391-10409 (3-0)
• Approved Ahlers & Cooney invoices totaling $316.02 (3-0)
• Dismissed 657A nuisance petition for 1539 Rock Grove Lane (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2026-1 regulating commercial wind energy systems (2-1)
• Set public hearing for Summit Pork I LLP construction permit on Jan 20 at 9:15 a.m. (3-0)
• Hired Equipment Operator II at $24.92/hr effective Jan 12 (no vote recorded)

Board of Health

The Floyd County Board of Health will review the FY27 budget and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. It will discuss an administrator evaluation and a home health update. The board will also act on a wage increase request for Jennifer Solomon and consider recommendations to amend the county nuisance ordinance and Ordinance 137.

• Approve FY27 budget for Floyd County Public Health/Home Health Care
• Elect Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Health
• Consider wage increase request for Jennifer Solomon from $23.50 to $25 per hour
• Recommend Board of Supervisors amend the nuisance ordinance to make violations county infractions
• Recommend adding improper maintenance as a listed nuisance to the ordinance

The Board of Health approved its FY 27 budget and the FY 2027 overall budget, elected a chair and vice chair, and referred a wage‑increase request for the E911 director back to the Board of Supervisors. It also recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt three amendments to the Nuisance and Board of Health ordinances. All motions were carried as recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Public Health FY27 budget as presented (3-0)
• Elected Dr. Lisa Kapler as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Joanne Robinson as Vice Chair (3-2)
• Referred Jennifer Solomon wage‑increase request to Board of Supervisors (all present voted aye)
• Approved FY 2027 budget of $149,621 (all present voted aye)
• Recommended Board of Supervisors adopt proposed ordinance amendments (all present voted aye)

Board of Supervisors

The Floyd County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of appointments and policy actions, including the approval of the Floyd County Investment Policy. The meeting also includes a review of the FY27 departmental budget proposals. Additional items involve setting regular meeting schedules, naming official county newspapers, and authorizing county credit card and e‑business accounts.

• Approval of the Floyd County Investment Policy (Item 16)
• Review of FY27 departmental budget reviews (Item 23)
• Authorization of County Visa Credit Cards and eZBusiness account (Item 15)
• Construction Evaluation Resolution (Master Matrix) (Item 20)
• Appointments to various boards and commissions (Items 3‑14, 21)

The board elected Gloria Carr as chair (3‑0) and Frank Rottinghaus as vice chair (2‑1). They approved several appointments, including Todd Schriever as Veteran Affairs Executive Director, Brian Tiedeman to the Civil Service Commission, and Dr. Scott Hansen to the Health Board, all by unanimous vote. The board also adopted a construction evaluation resolution to review confinement feeding operation permits (3‑0) and approved the list of county depositories (2‑0) and staffing levels (3‑0).

• Appointed Gloria Carr as chair (3‑0)
• Appointed Frank Rottinghaus as vice chair (2‑1)
• Named Charles City Press and Nora Springs‑Rockford Register as official county newspapers (3‑0)
• Approved Todd Schriever as Veteran Affairs Executive Director (3‑0)
• Adopted construction evaluation resolution for confinement feeding permits (3‑0)
• Approved depositories list for Treasurer, Sheriff, Recorder (2‑0)
• Approved staffing levels and appointments for county officials (3‑0)
• Appointed Brian Tiedeman to Civil Service Commission (3‑0)