Knoxville public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including vacating an alley at 501 W Baker and amending the precincts ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2022/2023 projects and priorities budget.

• Public hearing for vacating an alley at 501 W Baker
• Tax abatement resolution for a new dwelling at 2101 McKay Court
• Agreement with RDG IA Inc for a Parks & Recreation System Master Plan
• Approval of Class C Liquor License for Pine Knolls Golf Club
• Presentation of the 2022/2023 Projects and Priorities Budget

The Knoxville City Council approved a consent agenda including minutes, reports, and a liquor license, and passed first consideration of an amended precincts ordinance required after the census. They also approved a plat survey to divide a commercial parcel at 1510 W Pleasant Street into two parcels, and approved an agreement with RDG IA, Inc. for a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Several agenda items related to vacating an alley were removed from the agenda, and the council approved a list of claims totaling over $200,000.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, CSO/SRO reports, and Class C liquor license for Pine Knolls Golf Club (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of precincts ordinance amendment, waiving second and third readings (all ayes)
• Approved resolution approving plat of survey for North 132 feet of Lot 7 of Lot 1 at 1510 W Pleasant Street (all ayes)
• Approved resolution approving agreement with RDG IA, Inc. for Parks and Recreation System Master Plan (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $200,000+ (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a request to subdivide a vacant lot into two residential lots. The proposal aims to create one north lot fronting W Pleasant Street and one south lot fronting N Conrey Street.

• Subdivision request for the North 132’ of Lot 7 of Lot 1 (1510 W Pleasant Street)
• Creation of a 17,028 SF north lot with access from W Pleasant Street
• Creation of a 25,929 SF south lot with access from N Conrey Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a subdivision request from KJ Property Management, LLC to split the property at 1510 W Pleasant Street into two residential lots. The approval was granted by a 4-0 vote with two members absent. The property had been rezoned from C-2 to R-2 in October 2021, with subdivision approval as a condition.

• Approved Plat of Survey for North 132' of Lot 7 of Lot 1 (1510 W Pleasant St) (4-0, 2 absent)
• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 absent)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold its regular meeting, primarily addressing routine approvals and several discussion items. Key actions include setting a public hearing for December 20 on vacating an alley at 501 W Baker, discussing the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and considering a resolution for the 2022 Street Improvements contract. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, reports, and a resolution establishing parks and recreation fees.

• Set public hearing for Dec. 20 on vacating alley at 501 W Baker
• Resolution establishing fees for parks and recreation services
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Resolution approving preliminary plans for 2022 Street Improvements
• Discussion on KPD Physical Fitness Assessment

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution to order bids for the 2022 Street Improvements Contract, covering Patty Dr., Levin Dr., Cronkhite between First and Second, and the intersection of Marion and Harlan. The council also approved the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, allowing the Parks Director to proceed with RDG Planning and Design, and approved letting the county demolish the old boiler room at the VA. Additionally, the council approved the KPD physical fitness assessment program with paid time off incentive, and approved the payment of claims with an amendment.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, reappointment, and fee resolution (all ayes)
• Approved Parks & Recreation Master Plan with RDG Planning and Design (all ayes)
• Approved letting county demolish old boiler room at VA (all ayes)
• Approved resolution for 2022 Street Improvements Contract, bids to be posted Jan 11, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved KPD physical fitness assessment program with paid time off incentive (all ayes)
• Approved proceeding to return right of way on W. Bell Ave to City (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims with amendment moving Des Moines Register charge to City Hall/Council budget (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider adopting three ordinances: a commercial property minimum maintenance code, a vacant building permit and inspection process, and amendments to the fire prevention code. They will also approve several routine items including minutes, liquor license, urban renewal reports, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Adopt ordinance adding commercial property minimum maintenance code (ORD 21-10)
• Adopt ordinance establishing vacant building permit and inspection process (ORD 21-11)
• Adopt ordinance amending fire prevention code (ORD 21-15)
• Approve Class C liquor license for Bottoms Up
• Approve intergovernmental transfer of public funds agreement with Iowa DHS for Knoxville Fire Department (GEMT)

The Knoxville City Council approved three ordinances on third consideration, adding a commercial property minimum maintenance code, a vacant building permit and inspection process, and amendments to the fire prevention code. They also approved a three-year 28E agreement with the school district for the School Resource Officer program, with Council Member Suhr voting against. The consent agenda, an intergovernmental transfer agreement for the fire department, and all claims were approved unanimously.

• Adopted commercial property minimum maintenance code (all ayes)
• Adopted vacant building permit and inspection process (all ayes)
• Adopted fire prevention code amendments (all ayes)
• Approved 3-year SRO agreement with school district (4-1, Suhr nay)
• Approved intergovernmental transfer agreement with Iowa DHS for fire department (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license, urban renewal report, TIF certifications, and SRO/CSO reports (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding rental housing inspections, fire inspection fees, and commercial property maintenance. The agenda also includes a development agreement with Bloomfield Acres, L.L.C. and a request for proposals for a Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Public hearing set for November 15, 2021, regarding rezoning at 114 W Robinson
• Ordinance to establish an appeal process and fees for the Rental Housing Inspection Program
• Development agreement between the City of Knoxville and Bloomfield Acres, L.L.C.
• Ordinance establishing a Commercial Property Minimum Maintenance Code
• Ordinance establishing a Vacant Building Permit and Inspection Process

The Knoxville City Council approved ordinances and resolutions establishing an appeal process, fees, and administrative policy for the rental housing inspection program, and added inspection fees for fire inspections. It also approved a private development agreement with Bloomfield Acres, L.L.C., and moved forward on a master plan for city parks. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financials, and reserve police officers (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance establishing appeal process for rental housing inspection program (all ayes)
• Approved resolution establishing fees for rental housing inspection program (all ayes)
• Approved resolution establishing administrative policy for rental housing inspection program (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance adding inspection fees for fire inspections (all ayes)
• Approved private development agreement with Bloomfield Acres, L.L.C. (all ayes)
• Approved second consideration of ordinances for commercial property maintenance code and vacant building permit process (all ayes)
• Authorized moving forward with purchase of new ambulance 937 (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances. The first would amend the city code regarding council member compensation, and the second would repeal a section about fire water containers. Both are on second consideration, with possible third consideration to adopt.

• Ordinance 21-13: Amends provisions on council compensation
• Ordinance 21-14: Repeals Title 8, Chapter 9, Section 6, Paragraph C, Subparagraph 7 on fire water containers

The Knoxville City Council held a special session and adopted two ordinances. The first amended the city code regarding council compensation, and the second repealed a provision about fire water containers. Both were approved unanimously.

• Adopted ordinance amending council compensation provisions (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance repealing fire water container provision (unanimous)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 1510 W Pleasant, then consider adopting related ordinances. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances establishing a community and economic development position, a commercial property minimum maintenance code, a vacant building permit process, and amendments to fire prevention and compensation provisions. Additionally, the council will discuss possible action on replacing Ambulance 937 and approve routine items like minutes and claims.

• Public hearing and rezoning request at 1510 W Pleasant
• Ordinance to establish Community and Economic Development position
• Ordinance establishing Commercial Property Minimum Maintenance Code
• Ordinance establishing Vacant Building Permit and Inspection Process
• Discussion and possible action regarding Ambulance 937 replacement

The council approved a rezoning request at 1510 W Pleasant St from C-2 to R-2, allowing construction of two homes, with no public comments. They also passed first readings on ordinances for a commercial property maintenance code, a vacant building permit process, fire safety permits, and repealing a fire water container rule. Additionally, they authorized moving forward with a new ambulance and approved a large list of claims.

• Approved rezoning at 1510 W Pleasant St from C-2 to R-2 (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance amending zoning code (first consideration, waived second and third) (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance establishing Community and Economic Development Position (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of commercial property minimum maintenance code (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of vacant building permit and inspection process (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of fire safety operational permit for commercial businesses (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration to repeal fire water container requirement (all ayes)
• Authorized moving forward with new ambulance 937 (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request from KJ Property Management to change 1510 West Pleasant Street from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 One and Two-Family Residential. The staff recommends approval, noting the lot is surrounded by residential uses and the developer plans to build two homes. The commission will also review minutes from prior meetings.

• Rezoning request ZON-21-003 for 1510 W Pleasant Street from C-2 to R-2
• Property owned by Ramaeker Properties LLC, applicant KJ Property Management
• Lot size 1.08 acres (129' x 363')
• Proposed use: two single-family homes
• Staff recommendation: approval

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning request from KJ Property Management for 1510 West Pleasant, changing the zoning from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 One and Two-Family Residential. The vote was 5-0. A neighboring property owner raised concerns about water drainage, and staff noted that new home construction would require permitting and inspection, including water runoff review.

• Approved rezoning of 1510 W. Pleasant from C-2 to R-2 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting (voice vote, all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several municipal code items. Discussions include the commercial property minimum maintenance code, the vacant building permit and inspection code, and updates to the fire code.

• Discussion of Commercial Property Minimum Maintenance Code
• Discussion of Vacant Building Permit and Inspection Code
• Discussion of Fire Code updates and amendments
• Review of inspection fees

The City Council held a work session to discuss a Commercial Property Minimum Maintenance code, a vacant building permit and inspection code, and fire code updates and amendments. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without voting on these items.

• Discussed Commercial Property Minimum Maintenance code (no action)
• Discussed vacant building permit and inspection code (no action)
• Discussed fire code update and amendments (no action)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will review an ordinance to establish a Community and Economic Development position. The meeting also includes a public hearing notice for a rezoning application at 1510 W Pleasant.

• Ordinance to establish Community and Economic Development position
• Rezoning application public hearing set for October 18, 2021, at 1510 W Pleasant
• Class C Liquor License approval for Baggio's Italian Restaurant
• Resolution for budget transfers
• Approval of September 20 and September 21 meeting minutes

The Knoxville City Council approved the first consideration of an ordinance to add a new chapter in Title One establishing a community and economic development position. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a liquor license for Baggio's Italian Restaurant and setting a public hearing for a rezoning application at 1510 W Pleasant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, liquor license, resolution to transfer, and public hearing date (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of ordinance adding community and economic development position (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a tax abatement for a new single-family dwelling, a local match guarantee for the Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund, a plat of survey and site plan for a Kading Properties development on W. Bell Avenue, and a purchase of a records management system. The agenda also includes consent items such as minutes, CSO reports, and liquor license approvals.

• Resolution 09-49-21: Tax abatement application for new single-family dwelling (Billings)
• Resolution 09-50-21: Guarantee local match for Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund
• Resolution 09-51-21: Approve plat of survey for Parcel D, Section 13-75-20, W Bell Ave
• Site plan development from Kading Properties at W. Bell Avenue
• Purchase of Shieldware Records Management System

The Knoxville City Council approved a consent agenda including tax abatement for a new single-family dwelling and liquor licenses for Peace Tree Brewing and One Eleven Public House. They also approved a resolution to guarantee a local match for the Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund up to $61,354, a plat of survey for a Bell Ave extension, a site plan from Kading Properties pending storm water compliance, and the purchase of a Shieldware Records Management System. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, CSO reports, liquor licenses, and tax abatement application
• Approved resolution to guarantee local match for Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund up to $61,354
• Approved plat of survey for Parcel D, part of NE 1/3 of NE 1/4 of section 13-75-20, for Bell Ave extension
• Approved site plan development from Kading Properties at W. Bell Avenue, pending storm water retention compliance
• Approved purchase of Shieldware Records Management System
• Approved payment of claims totaling $226,000+
• Adjourned at 6:59 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two items from Bloomfield Acres, LLC at West Bell Avenue: a Plat of Survey to dedicate the extension of West Bell Avenue as public right-of-way, and a Site Plan Review for a medium-density residential development of 155 units in 37 buildings. Staff recommends approval of both items.

• Plat of Survey for Parcel D (1.033 acres) to dedicate West Bell Avenue extension as public right-of-way
• Site Plan Review for 155 residential units in 37 buildings (duplexes, four-plexes, six-plexes) on 23.839 acres
• Development includes 494 parking spaces (310 required), 13.849 acres of greenspace, and two detention ponds
• Fire review may require sprinklers; storm water plan under review by Snyder & Associates
• City Council will consider both items on September 20, 2021

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a subdivision request from Bloomfield Acres, LLC to dedicate a portion of West Bell Avenue as public right-of-way, and approved a site plan for a medium-density residential development with 37 buildings of duplex, four-plex, and six-plex units. Both motions passed unanimously 4-0. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 24 meeting with a correction to the unit count.

• Approved Plat of Survey for Bloomfield Acres, LLC to dedicate West Bell Avenue as public right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan Development for Bloomfield Acres, LLC for a medium-density residential development (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved August 24, 2021 minutes with edit from 152 to 155 units (voice vote, all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council held public hearings for two rezoning requests. No action was taken on the first request for 401 and 407 N Kent Street. The council approved a rezoning of the Kading Property on West Bell Ave from R-1 and C-1 to R-3 multi-family residential, waiving second and third consideration. They also approved a change order for the Competine Trail Project, a job description for a community economic development position, and payment of claims.

• Approved rezoning of Kading Property on West Bell Ave to R-3 multi-family (all ayes)
• No action taken on rezoning request at 401 and 407 N Kent Street
• Approved change order #5 for Competine Trail Project in amount of $11,202.50 (all ayes)
• Approved job description for community economic development position, removing residency requirement (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (all ayes)
• Approved resolution approving plat of survey for parcel C (all ayes)

Board of Adjustment

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Shawn Ealy at 809 South Second Street to rebuild a single-family dwelling that does not meet current setback requirements, with a 3-0 vote. The board tabled a variance request from Habitat for Humanity of Marion County for 217 S Conrey Street until a full board could be present, also by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved variance for Shawn Ealy at 809 South Second Street (3-0)
• Tabled Habitat for Humanity variance at 217 S Conrey Street (3-0)
• Removed item A from agenda at applicant's request
• Approved agenda and minutes of July 14, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution supporting Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credits for the East Village Housing Project. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund and discussion regarding livestock within city limits.

• Public hearing set for September 7, 2021, regarding rezoning for Parcel C of Section 13-75-20
• Public hearing set for September 7, 2021, regarding rezoning for 401 and 407 N Kent Street
• Resolution supporting East Village Housing Project tax credit application
• Discussion regarding livestock in city limits
• Approval of May and June 2021 financials

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution supporting the East Village Housing Project and the Knoxville Economic Development Corporation's application for Iowa redevelopment tax credits. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included setting public hearings for two rezoning applications, and approved the payment of claims. A discussion on livestock within city limits resulted in no action.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financials, and public hearing dates (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Sept 7, 2021 on rezoning for Parcel C of Section 13-75-20 (consent agenda)
• Set public hearing for Sept 7, 2021 on rezoning for 401 and 407 N Kent Street (consent agenda)
• Approved resolution supporting East Village Housing Project tax credit application (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a request to split an 18.440-acre parcel on West Bell Avenue and rezone it from C-1 Residential-Commercial to R-3 Multi-Family Residential to allow for duplex-style rental housing. Additionally, the body is considering a request to rezone properties at 401 and 407 N Kent Street from C-1 to M-1 Service Commercial/Limited Industrial to match their current use. Staff recommends approval for both applications, which will also go before the City Council on August 16, 2021.

• Plat of Survey for Bloomfield Acres, LLC to split a 38.50-acre parcel into an 18.440-acre lot on West Bell Avenue
• Rezoning request for Bloomfield Acres, LLC to change zoning from C-1 to R-3 Multi-Family Residential on West Bell Avenue
• Rezoning request for Gary Cowman to change zoning from C-1 to M-1 Service Commercial/Limited Industrial at 401 and 407 N Kent Street
• Approval of minutes from the July 13, 2021 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a plat of survey for an 18-acre parcel at West Bell Avenue to facilitate a 152-unit residential development, and approved a rezoning of the same property from C-1 to R-3 Multi-Family Residential. Both motions passed 6-0. The commission also denied a rezoning request for 401 and 407 N Kent Street from C-1 to M-1, citing long-standing code compliance issues and concerns about property cleanup.

• Approved Plat of Survey for Bloomfield Acres LLC at West Bell Avenue (6-0)
• Approved rezoning from C-1 to R-3 Multi-Family Residential for Bloomfield Acres LLC (6-0)
• Denied rezoning from C-1 to M-1 for 401 and 407 N Kent Street (6-0)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, set two rezoning public hearings for August 16, and consider several action items including a resolution supporting Weiler Inc.'s state jobs program application, a city manager employment agreement, and a council member's resignation. The agenda also includes liquor license renewals, a Beggars' Night date, and discussion of Edwards Park and livestock rules.

• Set public hearings for Aug 16 on rezoning near Walmart subdivision/Highway 92 and at 401 & 407 N Kent Street
• Approve resolution supporting Weiler Inc.'s Iowa High Quality Jobs Program application
• Approve employment agreement with Heather Ussery as city manager
• Accept resignation of Council Member Justin Plum
• Approve Class C liquor licenses for Fareway, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, and Monarca Mexican Food

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution supporting Weiler, Inc.'s application to the Iowa Economic Development Authority High Quality Jobs Program, which includes a $1,000,000 grant contingent on local support. The council also approved the purchase of portable radios for the Fire Department at $22,340.80, approved an employment agreement with Heather Ussery as City Manager, and accepted the resignation of council member Justin Plum effective September 7, 2021. Discussion on allowing pot-bellied pigs within city limits was held, but no action was taken.

• Approved Weiler, Inc. High Quality Jobs Program resolution (all ayes)
• Approved Fire Department portable radios purchase of $22,340.80 (all ayes)
• Approved employment agreement with Heather Ussery as City Manager (all ayes)
• Accepted resignation of council member Justin Plum effective September 7, 2021 (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses, meeting minutes, and public hearing dates (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Knoxville City Council. The only substantive item is a motion to adjourn into closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i) to discuss personnel matters. The council will reconvene in open session afterward for any needed action. No other business is listed.

• Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) for personnel matters

The Knoxville City Council met in special session and immediately adjourned to a closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(I) for personnel matters. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned to closed session for personnel (all ayes)
• Reconvened in open session, no action taken (all ayes)
• Adjourned at 1:32 p.m. (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2021 sanitary sewer CIPP lining project, then consider awarding the contract. They will also vote on the final plat for the East Elementary subdivision and handle routine consent items like liquor licenses and financial reports.

• Public hearing and resolution to award contract for 2021 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project
• Resolution approving final plat for East Elementary Subdivision
• Class C liquor license renewals for Corigliano's, Knoxville 66, and Walmart
• Approve April 2021 financials
• Approve May 2021 SRO report

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution accepting the bid and awarding the 2021 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project to Visu-Sewer for $166,429.00. The council also approved the final plat for the East Elementary subdivision, creating 10 lots for residential development. Additionally, the council approved the consent agenda, including liquor licenses for Corigiliano's and Walmart, and approved the payment of claims.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financials, liquor licenses, and SRO report.
• Closed public hearing for CIPP Lining Project with no objections.
• Awarded 2021 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project to Visu-Sewer for $166,429.00.
• Approved final plat for East Elementary subdivision with 10 lots.
• Approved payment of claims totaling $92147 and subsequent claims.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m.

City Council

The Knoxville City Council scheduled a special meeting for July 16, 2021. The agenda includes moving into a closed session to discuss personnel matters pursuant to Section 21.5 (I) of the Iowa Code.

• Closed session regarding personnel matters

The Knoxville City Council met in special session on July 16, 2021, and voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(I) for personnel matters. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session for personnel discussion (all ayes)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session (all ayes)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 6:20 p.m. (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a special meeting that consists almost entirely of a closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i) to discuss personnel. The only public action will be the vote to adjourn into closed session and any action taken afterward, which is not specified.

• Closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i) for personnel matters
• Reconvene in open session and council action as needed

The Knoxville City Council met in special session on July 15, 2021, and immediately adjourned to a closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(I) for personnel matters. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned to closed session for personnel (all ayes)
• Reconvened in open session, no action taken (all ayes)
• Adjourned at 8:43 p.m. (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission met to consider a final plat for the East Elementary Subdivision at 614 E Washington Street, a 2.65-acre residential development with 10 single-family lots. The board also discussed a proposed amendment to the 2012 West Pleasant Urban Renewal Area related to the VA Campus Redevelopment Project. The commission recommended approval of the urban renewal amendment and reviewed the subdivision final plat.

• Final plat for East Elementary Subdivision: 10 single-family lots on 2.65 acres at 614 E Washington Street
• Subdivision request from Knoxville Economic Development Corporation (KEDC)
• Proposed amendment to 2012 West Pleasant Urban Renewal Area for VA Campus Redevelopment Project
• Vacated South Street to remain greenspace with 30-foot utility easement
• City-owned greenspace/park space to remain south of Lots 9 and 10

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for a 10-lot single-family subdivision at 614 E Washington Street, submitted by the Knoxville Economic Development Corporation. The plat was approved on a 3-1 roll call vote, with Commissioner Kirsten Meyers voting against. The project will develop 2.65 acres of a 3.37-acre parcel, retaining existing park space and a swing set, with plans for a new playground and sidewalk. The meeting also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved the agenda for July 13, 2021, on a voice vote with all ayes.
• Approved the minutes of the June 1, 2021 meeting, on a voice vote with all ayes.
• Approved the final plat for a 10-lot subdivision at 614 E Washington Street, on a 3-1 roll call vote (Young, Cox, Swayne ayes; Meyers nay).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:15pm on a motion by Lucas Young, seconded by Mike Cox.

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will discuss the water treatment plant, hold a public hearing on selling 705 South 7th Street, and consider several resolutions including using VERF funds for firefighter turnout gear and supporting a special election for a local sales tax in Bussey. They will also accept the downtown assessment report and consider a design theme proposal.

• Public hearing on sale of 705 South 7th Street
• Resolution directing sale of real property (705 S 7th)
• Use of VERF funds for Knoxville Fire Department turnout gear
• Resolution of agreement and support for Bussey local sales tax election
• Change Order #4 for Competine Trail Project

The Knoxville City Council held a public hearing and approved the sale of 705 South Street for $16,000. They also approved several other items, including the use of VERF funds for firefighter turnout gear, a downtown assessment report, a design theme services proposal, a resolution supporting a special election for a local sales tax in Bussey, a change order for the Competine Trail Project, and the payment of claims.

• Approved sale of 705 South Street for $16,000 after a public hearing with no objections.
• Approved use of VERF funds for two sets of turnout gear for the Knoxville Fire Department.
• Accepted the downtown assessment report and discussed council priorities.
• Approved the downtown design theme services proposal from Reynolds Urban Design.
• Approved a resolution supporting a special election for a local sales and service tax for the City of Bussey.
• Approved change order #4 for the Competine Trail Project in the amount of $19,206.94.
• Approved payment of claims as listed.
• Set a public hearing for July 19, 2021 on the 2021 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project.

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a special meeting solely to adjourn into a closed session under Iowa Code for personnel matters, then reconvene for any needed action. No public business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(I) for personnel
• Reconvene in open session for council action as needed

The Knoxville City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(I) for personnel matters. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned to closed session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Reconvened in open session, no action taken (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:52 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a 28E agreement with Marion County for tax increment payments. They will also vote on resolutions to call public referendums for a 1% local sales and service tax in Knoxville and Melcher-Dallas. Other items include setting salaries for appointed officers, approving a bid for city-wide cleanup, and several routine appointments and permits.

• Public hearing and resolution for 28E agreement with Marion County (RES 06-39-21)
• Resolution calling for referendum on 1% local sales and service tax in Knoxville (RES 06-35-21)
• Resolution calling for referendum on 1% local sales and service tax in Melcher-Dallas (RES 06-37-21)
• Resolution setting salaries/wages for appointed officers and non-union employees (RES 06-36-21)
• Bid from Midwest Sanitation for residential city-wide clean up

The Knoxville City Council approved a 28E agreement with Marion County to support VA Campus development, authorizing annual tax increment payments. They also approved a resolution for a November referendum on renewing the existing 1% local sales tax, and a similar resolution for Melcher-Dallas. The council approved a bid for the city-wide clean-up, a property sale, and the payment of claims.

• Approved 28E Agreement with Marion County for VA Campus development
• Approved resolution for November referendum on 1% local sales tax renewal
• Approved resolution for Melcher-Dallas 1% sales tax referendum
• Approved bid from Midwest Sanitation for residential City-Wide Clean Up
• Approved sale of property at 705 S Seventh for $16,000
• Approved consent agenda including appointments, permits, and licenses
• Approved payment of claims totaling $920,033
• Approved resolution setting salaries/wages for appointed officers and non-union employees

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings on amending the 2012 West Pleasant Urban Renewal Area, entering a $450,000 sewer revenue loan agreement, and selling 401 Third Street Place. They will also discuss a classification and compensation study, parks master plan, and creating a Community and Economic Development Director.

• Public hearing on amendment to 2012 West Pleasant Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution to approve $450,000 sewer revenue loan anticipation note
• Public hearing and resolution for sale of 401 Third Street Place
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Resolution supporting East Village Housing Project and workforce housing tax credit

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution to implement Option 1 of the classification and compensation study, which will bring all city employees to the minimum market pay range at a cost of $107,497, effective July 1, 2021. The council also approved several other items, including the sale of city-owned property at 401 Third Street Place for $11,000, a $450,000 sewer revenue loan for the Water Reclamation Facility project, and a resolution supporting the East Village Housing Project's tax credit application. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted.

• Approved full implementation of compensation study Option 1 (all ayes)
• Approved sale of 401 Third Street Place for $11,000 (all ayes)
• Approved $450,000 sewer revenue loan for UV disinfection project (all ayes)
• Approved urban renewal plan amendment for West Pleasant area (all ayes)
• Approved resolution supporting East Village Housing Project tax credit application (all ayes)
• Approved request for proposals for parks and recreation master plan (all ayes)
• Approved use of fire department memorial funds for uniforms (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $92005-$92114 (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a work session to discuss City Hall and public safety facilities. This is a discussion item only, with no formal action scheduled. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Discussion regarding City Hall and public safety facilities

The Knoxville City Council held a work session on May 17, 2021, which included a tour of City Hall and the Public Safety Buildings. They discussed funding for a new facility, but no formal decisions were made. The meeting adjourned at 6:14 p.m.

• Adjourned work session at 6:14 p.m. (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed sale of property at 613 W Main Street and consider a resolution to authorize the sale. They will also discuss a resolution to borrow up to $450,000 for sewer improvements, and consider zoning code changes for swimming pools, among other items.

• Public hearing on offer to purchase 613 W Main Street
• Resolution directing sale of real property (RES 05-23-21)
• Ordinance adding swimming pool definition to zoning code (ORD 21-04)
• Resolution for sewer revenue loan up to $450,000 (RES 05-28-21)
• Approval of liquor licenses for Dut's American Legion, Casey's, and Dollar General

The council held a public hearing and approved the sale of the city-owned lot at 613 W Main Street to the adjoining property owner at $.10 per square foot. They also approved several resolutions, including plats for the Knoxville Industrial Park and East Elementary subdivision, and set a public hearing for a $450,000 sewer revenue loan. The council discussed a swimming pool ordinance but took no action.

• Approved sale of 613 W Main St at $.10/sq ft (all ayes)
• Approved plat of survey for Knoxville Industrial Park parcel A (all ayes)
• Approved preliminary plat for East Elementary subdivision (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for June 7, 2021 on sale of 401 3rd St. Place (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for $450,000 sewer revenue loan (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses and February financials (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

This is a special council meeting with a single agenda item: a discussion about a downtown assessment focus group. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it appears to be a discussion-only item.

• Downtown Assessment Focus Group discussion

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 budget, as well as amendments to the zoning code for swimming pools and front decks. They will also discuss selling real property and the education building at the VA campus, and approve routine consent items.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt the 2021-2022 city budget
• Public hearing and ordinance to add swimming pool definition to zoning code
• Public hearing and ordinance to add front deck definition to zoning code
• Resolution proposing sale of real property (VA campus education building)
• Resolution setting public hearing date for urban renewal plan amendment (2012 West Pleasant Urban Renewal Area)

The Knoxville City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget after a public hearing with no objections. A proposed zoning amendment to define swimming pools was tabled for more information, while a separate amendment on front deck setbacks was approved. The council also approved the sale of 613 W Main St, demolition of the VA Education Building, and payment of claims.

• Adopted FY2021/2022 budget (all ayes)
• Tabled swimming pool zoning definition amendment (all ayes)
• Approved front deck setback zoning amendment (all ayes)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for sale of 613 W Main St (all ayes)
• Approved demolition of VA Education Building (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is considering the maximum property tax dollars for the 2021/2022 fiscal year and a budget public hearing. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning amendments, property sales, and development agreements.

• Public hearing for maximum property tax dollars for Fiscal Year 2021/2022
• Public hearing regarding an offer to purchase property at 614 E Washington
• Resolution approving a development agreement with Knoxville Economic Development Commission
• Resolution approving a 5-year agreement with Knoxville Economic Development Commission
• Ordinance amendment regarding Ambulance/EMS and Fire/Hazardous Material fees

The Knoxville City Council approved the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2021/2022 and authorized the sale of the former East Elementary property at 614 E Washington. They also approved development and 5-year agreements with the Knoxville Economic Development Commission, a joint agreement for the VA Campus urban renewal area, and an ordinance updating ambulance/EMS and fire/hazardous material fees. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved maximum property tax dollars for FY 2021/2022 (all ayes)
• Approved sale of East Elementary property at 614 E Washington (all ayes)
• Approved development agreement with Knoxville Economic Development Commission (all ayes)
• Approved 5-year agreement with Knoxville Economic Development Commission (all ayes)
• Approved joint agreement for VA Campus urban renewal area (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance updating ambulance/EMS and fire/hazardous material fees (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)
• Set public hearings for May 3, 2021 on zoning code amendments for front decks and swimming pools (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider routine approvals including minutes, licenses, and appointments, and will set a public hearing for April 19, 2021, to approve the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2021/2022. They will also discuss a resolution to dispose of real property (East School) and an agreement with the Knoxville Economic Development Commission.

• Set public hearing for April 19, 2021, on proposed property tax levy for FY 2021/2022
• Approve resolution proposing sale of interest in real property (East School)
• Approve agreement with Knoxville Economic Development Commission (KEDC grant)
• Approve garbage haulers and recycling licenses for ABS Sanitation, Maxim Trucking, Midwest Sanitation
• Approve Class C liquor licenses for Dingus Lounge, Marion County Fair Association, New Star

The Knoxville City Council approved the 2021 Goal Setting Report and Concept 1 Master Plan for the VA Development, and tabled an agreement with the Knoxville Economic Development Commission. The council also approved a resolution to dispose of real property and set a public hearing for the proposed property tax levy.

• Approved consent agenda including licenses, appointments, and minutes (all ayes)
• Approved resolution proposing disposal of real property (all ayes)
• Tabled agreement with Knoxville Economic Development Commission (all ayes)
• Approved 2021 Goal Setting Report (all ayes)
• Approved Concept 1 Master Plan of VA Development (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 19, 2021 on proposed property tax levy

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will vote on a resolution to accept a bid and award the contract for the 2021 Street Improvements Project. They will also consider a financial contribution to a Marion County development study and discuss city manager recruitment. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, licenses, reappointments, and tobacco violation settlements.

• Resolution accepting bid and awarding contract for 2021 Street Improvements Project
• Financial contribution towards Marion County Development Commission Target Industry Analysis and Strategy Study
• Discussion and possible action regarding City Manager recruitment
• Voluntary extension of Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) for city employees
• Tobacco violation settlements for Fareway Stores, Knoxville 66, New Star, Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits, and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh

The council approved a resolution accepting the bid and awarding the contract for the 2021 Street Improvements Project to TK Concrete for $1,055,535.75, covering work on Larson, Rock Island, and Park Lane Drive. It also approved a $1,000 contribution to the Marion County Development Commission for a Target Industry Analysis and Strategy Study, and a $22,000 contract with GovHR for City Manager recruitment. The consent agenda was approved, including minutes, financials, licenses, reappointments, and tobacco violation settlements. Claims were approved for payment.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financials, licenses, reappointments, and tobacco violation settlements
• Awarded 2021 Street Improvements Project contract to TK Concrete for $1,055,535.75
• Approved $1,000 contribution to Marion County Development Commission for Target Industry Analysis and Strategy Study
• Approved $22,000 contract with GovHR for City Manager recruitment
• Approved payment of claims

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a work session to discuss the city manager position. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no other business is on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding city manager position

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss action planning with Iowa State Extension and Outreach regarding economic development. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the agenda text.

• Action planning with Iowa State Extension and Outreach of Economic Development

The Knoxville City Council held a work session on March 4, 2021, with department heads and Iowa State Extension to discuss future projects and form action committees. No formal decisions were made; the only action was to adjourn.

• Formed action committees of council and staff for future projects
• Adjourned at 8:07 p.m. (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a work session to plan economic development in partnership with Iowa State Extension and Outreach. The agenda contains a single substantive item, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Action planning with Iowa State Extension and Outreach of Economic Development

The City Council met in a work session on March 2, 2021, with all members present. They participated in an action planning session with Iowa State Extension and Outreach of Economic Development to discuss and think through future projects for the town. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m.

• Adjourned the work session at 7:49 p.m. (motion by DeJong, second by Morse, all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2021-22 City Budget. The council also plans to discuss the Iowa Economic Development Authority Downtown Assessment and the recruitment of a new City Manager.

• Public Hearing for FY 2021-22 City Budget
• Resolution adopting the 2021-2022 City Budget
• Resolution designating March 1st as COVID-19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day
• Discussion regarding Iowa Economic Development Authority Downtown Assessment
• Discussion regarding City Manager recruitment

The Knoxville City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 city budget. The council also approved several appointments, a downtown assessment, and a resolution designating March 1 as COVID-19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financials, and reports (all ayes)
• Reappointed Annie Leonard, Brent Hanna, and Jerrold Jordan to the Housing Board (all ayes)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 city budget (all ayes)
• Designated March 1 as COVID-19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day (all ayes)
• Approved $2,500 Iowa Economic Development Authority Downtown Assessment (all ayes)
• Reopened RFP for City Manager recruitment with March 11 deadline (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution setting the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2021/2022. They will also set a public hearing for the FY 2021/2022 budget and consider an agreement for a wage and salary study. The agenda includes routine consent items such as minutes and reports.

• Public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for FY 2021/2022
• Resolution approving FY 2021/2022 maximum property tax dollars
• Set public hearing for March 1, 2021 to approve FY 2021/2022 budget
• Resolution for agreement with Austin Peters Group, Inc. for wage and salary study
• Approve payment of claims

The council approved the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2021/2022 after a public hearing with no comments. They also set a public hearing for March 1 to approve the full budget, approved a $28,395 wage and salary study contract, and approved the consent agenda and claims.

• Approved FY 2021/2022 maximum property tax dollars (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for March 1, 2021 to approve FY 2021/2022 budget (all ayes)
• Approved $28,395 agreement with Austin Peters Group for wage and salary study (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed farm lease with Cory Moore, consider first adoption of an ordinance regulating parking on the Square, and receive a presentation on the recommended FY2021/2022 budget. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, liquor licenses for Dollar General and Kline's Quick Time, and setting a public hearing for the property tax levy.

• Public hearing and resolution to approve farm lease with Cory Moore
• First consideration of ordinance adding parking regulations on the Square
• FY2021/2022 recommended budget presentation
• Class C liquor licenses for Dollar General Store #3540 and Kline's Quick Time
• Public hearing set for Feb 15 on proposed property tax levy

The council approved a farm lease agreement with Cory Moore for city-owned land, and adopted an ordinance allowing square residents to purchase annual parking passes for overnight parking (2-6 a.m.), with snow rules still applying. They also set a public hearing for the FY 2021/2022 property tax levy and approved the consent agenda and claims.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses for Dollar General and Kline's Quick Time (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 15, 2021 on proposed property tax levy for FY 2021/2022
• Approved farm lease between City and Cory Moore (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance regulating parking on the square, allowing annual passes for residents (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting by teleconference to handle routine business and several action items. They will set a public hearing for February 1 on a farm land lease, hold a hearing on a zoning fee schedule for accessory structures, and consider a resolution to establish those fees. The council will also vote on a consulting proposal from 571 Polson Developments LLC and a resolution extending the Families First Coronavirus Response Act for city employees. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, financials, budget transfers, and year-end reports from the fire and police departments.

• Public hearing set for Feb. 1, 2021 at 6:15 p.m. to approve lease of farm land
• Public hearing on amending Planning and Zoning fee schedule for accessory structures
• Resolution establishing fees for construction of storage and utility sheds
• Consulting proposal from 571 Polson Developments LLC
• Resolution voluntarily extending FFCRA for City of Knoxville, Iowa

The Knoxville City Council approved a $5,000 consulting proposal from 571 Polson Developments LLC for the VA Development Project, and extended the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) for city employees through March 31, 2021. They also set a flat $40 fee for storage and utility shed permits, approved the consent agenda, and paid claims totaling over $100,000.

• Approved $5,000 consulting proposal from 571 Polson Developments LLC for VA Development Project (all ayes)
• Approved resolution extending FFCRA for city employees until March 31, 2021 (all ayes)
• Approved resolution establishing $40 flat fee for storage and utility shed construction (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financials, and reports (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for February 1, 2021 to approve lease of farm land (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, appointments, and resolutions. Key items include approving a rental housing inspection agreement with Iowa Inspections, LLC and setting the inspection start date for October 1, 2021. The council will also discuss the process for recruiting a new city manager and set a public hearing on zoning fee changes.

• Approve rental inspection agreement with Iowa Inspections, LLC
• Set rental inspection start date of October 1, 2021
• Public hearing on January 18, 2021 for Planning and Zoning fee schedule amendment
• Approve resolution naming depositories for city funds
• Discussion on City Manager RFQ process