{ "city": "Sergeant Bluff", "state": "IA", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-cityofsergeantbluff/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-31", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-21", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to vote on creating Public Works Director position", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will consider establishing a Public Works Director position, including setting wages and authorizing the City Administrator to post it. They will also discuss an ordinance for residential urban revitalization and a potential commercial version, and vote on a settlement with the owners of 219 Topaz Drive. Consent items include liquor license renewals, new volunteer fire/EMS approvals, and payment of bills totaling $499,306.15.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=165", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=165" }, { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to decide appeal on vicious dog removal order", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council is holding a special meeting to hear an appeal of an order to remove a vicious dog from the city, involving a resident at 1611 Forsling St. After the hearing, the council will vote to affirm or reverse the order. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with routine procedural steps.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=247", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=247", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=247" }, { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council travels Pioneer Valley Days parade route", "summary": "This is a special meeting with no legislative decisions or public hearings. The agenda consists solely of procedural steps to call the meeting to order, travel the parade route, and adjourn.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=246", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=246", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=246" }, { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to approve $496,409 in bills, liquor licenses, new hires", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold a regular meeting with routine approvals, including minutes, consent agenda items, and several personnel and license actions. Notable items include a liquor license renewal for Kwik Star, approval of new fire/EMS volunteers, introduction of a new police officer, and a special liquor license for Pub 52's Rock the Bluff concert. The meeting also includes department head reports and citizen input.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=249", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=249", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=249" }, { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider re-establishing Public Works Director position", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold a regular meeting with routine items like approving minutes and bills. The main discussion items are a potential parking lot repair at the Community Center and a proposal to re-establish the Public Works Director position, including setting wages and authorizing the City Administrator to post the job. A grant award presentation to the Fire Rescue Department's Foundation is also scheduled during citizen input.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=248", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=248", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=248" }, { "date": "2026-07-17", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to discuss fireworks, car show, and gas pipeline project", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 14, 2026, covering routine approvals, citizen input, and several discussion/action items. Key topics include fireworks at the Recreation Complex for Pioneer Valley Days, special event permits for a car show and Rock the Bluff, potential direction on commercial abatement, and the Northern Natural Gas Pipeline Replacement Project. The council will also consider a resolution amending the employee matrix and approve consent agenda items including a tax abatement and bill payments.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=245", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=245", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=245" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider brush truck purchase, watermain payments, and e-bike ordinance", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM. They will discuss and potentially approve a fire department brush truck purchase using 2026 GO Bond funds, approve final payments for the 220th Street/Old Hwy 75 watermain project, and consider a drainage ditch cleanout by Barcon LLC. The council will also vote on resolutions adopting a regional hazard mitigation plan, amending financial management policies, and approving a mutual aid agreement with the Air Force. An ordinance regulating personal electric vehicles (e-bikes, scooters) will have its second reading, with a possible motion to waive the third reading.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=244", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=244", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=244" }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to set FY26-27 salaries, vote on utility rate hikes", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council is meeting to approve routine items and take action on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include setting employee salaries for the next fiscal year, final approval of electric and water rate increases, and a first reading of rules for personal electric vehicles. The council will also discuss residential tax abatement expiring in December 2026 and approve annual utility write-offs.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=243", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=243", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=243" }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council votes on Baker Prairie Bluff Phase 2 development agreement and utility rate changes", "summary": "The City Council will approve a development agreement for Baker Prairie Bluff Phase 2 and a transportation services agreement with Sioux City Transit System. The body will also conduct second readings on amendments to electric and water rates. Additionally, the council will approve new Fire Department and EMS volunteer appointments and process bills totaling $268,485.39.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=242", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=242", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=242" }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to vote on budget amendment, chicken permit, and utility rate changes", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the current fiscal year budget, consider a written consent request to allow chickens at 2604 Wilde Street, and discuss first readings of ordinances changing electric and water rates. The agenda also includes routine consent items like a tobacco license renewal and a roads maintenance agreement.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=241", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=241", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=241" }, { "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to weigh Warrior Snow proposal, e-scooter rules, and budget hearing", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 28, 2026, with several discussion and action items. Key items include a proposal from Warrior Snow, an amendment to Chapter 77 regarding e-scooters, e-bikes, and PEVs, setting a public hearing for the FY25/26 budget amendment, and approving bids for a new end loader and a sidewalk project. The council will also consider a special event permit for the American Legion's 'Thunder on the Missouri' and a development agreement for Baker Prairie Bluff Phase 2.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=240", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=240", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=240" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council votes on tax levy for 2026 bonds and amends e-scooter rules", "summary": "The City Council holds a special meeting to conduct public hearings on Essential and General Purpose Loan Agreements. It will vote on Resolution 26-09 to levy taxes for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2026. The council also approves a drainage ditch study update and takes a first reading on an ordinance regulating personal electric vehicles.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=239", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=239", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=239" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Sergeant Bluff City Council holds property tax levy hearing", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council is holding a special meeting to open and close a public hearing on the property tax levy. No specific levy amount or rate is listed on the agenda, so the council is only scheduled to discuss and potentially take action on the levy as presented.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=238", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=238", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=238" }, { "date": "2026-04-17", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council approves FY 2026-27 budget and First Street reconstruction payments", "summary": "The City Council will approve the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget following a public hearing. The agenda includes approving a semi-final pay estimate to Steve Harris Construction for the First Street Reconstruction Project and an engineering agreement for C Street water main improvements. Additionally, the council will vote on two ordinances regarding Parks Board membership and personal electric vehicles.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=237", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=237", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=237" }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "body": "03-31-26 COUNCIL VIDEO", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=236", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=236" }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council votes on $171,695.88 in bills and a new electric infrastructure agreement", "summary": "The City Council will approve approximately $171,695.88 in bills and ACH transactions. The body will also decide on a legal engagement for 2026 General Obligation borrowing and an agreement with MidAmerican Energy to extend electric infrastructure along Dogwood Trail. Additionally, the council will discuss potential action on terminating the agreement with the Warrior Snow Owner and amending ordinances for personal transport vehicles.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=235", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=235", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=235" }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider playground surfacing quote, street project change order", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 24, 2026, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes routine approvals (minutes, consent agenda), a presentation from the Safe Routes to School/Complete Streets Committee, a proclamation for National Library Week, and action on a quote for playground equipment surfacing at the Recreation Complex and Change Order #2 for the First Street Reconstruction Project. Two ordinances will have first readings: one amending Chapter 77 on motorized scooters and electric bicycles, and another decreasing Parks Board membership.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=234", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=234", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=234" }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "body": "03-24-26 COUNCIL VIDEO", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=233", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=233" }, { "date": "2026-03-11", "body": "03-10-26 COUNCIL VIDEO", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=232", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=232" }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "body": "02-24-26 COUNCIL VIDEO", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=231", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=231" }, { "date": "2026-02-27", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to award contract for Electric Distribution Improvements 2026", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold public hearings and consider awarding a contract for the Electric Distribution Improvements 2026 Project. They will also set a date for the property tax levy public hearing, amend fee schedules, and approve routine appointments and bills.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=230", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=230", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=230" }, { "date": "2026-02-13", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Sergeant Bluff Council to review drainage study, Little League lease", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior budget and regular meetings, consent agenda items (appointments and bills), and discussion/action on a drainage ditch study update and a 2026 Little League baseball lease agreement. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major ordinances or rezoning items listed.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=228", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=228", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=228" }, { "date": "2026-02-13", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council reviews FY 26-27 budget and tax levy proposal", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council is holding its sixth budget workshop meeting to review updated budgets and a tax levy proposal for fiscal year 2026-27. The agenda includes only this discussion/action item, with no other business listed.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=229", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=229", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=229" }, { "date": "2026-02-12", "body": "02-10-26 COUNCIL VIDEO", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=227", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=227" }, { "date": "2026-01-30", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to hear appeal on rental certificate denial for 605 4th Street", "summary": "The Sergeant Bluff City Council will hold an appeal hearing regarding the denial of a rental certificate renewal for 605 4th Street, with potential action following. The council will also hold a public hearing on a proposed exchange of public property with KARS Investments, potentially approving Resolution 26-03. Consent agenda items include liquor license renewals, parks board appointments, and volunteer fire/EMS appointments.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=225", "minutes_url": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=225", "source": "https://cityofsergeantbluff.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=225" } ] }