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Le Claire public meetings in 2022

53 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 22, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

PV school district seeks approval for junior high expansion

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a major site plan amendment for the Pleasant Valley Community School District's junior high expansion at 3501 Wisconsin Street. The project includes a 29,481-square-foot classroom addition, a 1,302-square-foot cafeteria expansion, and pavement and sidewalk improvements. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance.

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Mon Dec 19, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves VenHorst Storage final plat and site development plan

The City Council approved the final plat and site development plan for VenHorst Storage following a public hearing. The council also authorized payments for road projects and approved the purchase of a public works vehicle and pump repairs.

Mon Dec 19, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled for Dec. 19, 2022

The City Council Committee of the Whole meeting agenda states there are no discussion items and no meeting. The meeting was scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022, immediately following the City Council meeting.

✓ Decided: No meeting held on December 19, 2022

The Committee of the Whole meeting was cancelled as there were no discussion items.

Thu Dec 15, 2022

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment defers variance request for 517 N. Cody Road

The Board deferred a decision on a rear and side yard set-back modification variance request for 517 N. Cody Road to January 19, 2023. The board also discussed proposed amendments to the City’s Zoning Ordinance, but no action was taken.

Tue Dec 13, 2022

Library Board

✓ Decided: Library Board approves amnesty for overdue fines

The Library Board of Trustees approved amnesty for existing overdue fines as part of a transition to a fine-free system. The board also approved library claims totaling $4,504.42 and reviewed a Space Utilization Assessment Report. Several items, including budget priorities and fire alarm upgrades, were tabled.

Thu Dec 8, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to review Venhorst Storage re-plat and site plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a minor re-plat and site development plan for Venhorst Storage at 2240 and 2260 Trent Street. The proposal would combine two industrial lots into one 1.772-acre lot and construct five 5,600-square-foot storage buildings with utilities, roadways, and stormwater detention. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance.

✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval for Ven Horst storage project

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a final plat and a site development plan for a storage facility. The proposed project includes five 5,600 square foot buildings on 1.772 acres. The commission also discussed proposed amendments to Section 3 of the City Zoning Ordinance.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves 2023-2024 budget schedule and capital improvement budget

The City Council approved the budget preparation schedule for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and the proposed Capital Improvement Program Budget. The council also approved medical insurance for 2023 and an engineering services amendment for a Kwik Star plan review.

Mon Dec 5, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Council to discuss Medic EMS transition, grant plans, and stone wall repair

The City Council will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss three items: the transition of Medic EMS services with Scott County Chair Ken Beck, grant plans for city projects including trails and road reconstruction, and a stone wall refurbishment project on the 200 block of N Cody Road. No votes will be taken; this is a discussion-only session.

✓ Decided: Council reviewed grant plans and stone wall refurbishment

The City Council discussed the transition of Medic EMS to a Scott County department and reviewed grant opportunities for city projects. Council expressed no objections to the grant plans or the proposed refurbishment of a stone wall on N Cody Road.

Mon Dec 5, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Council reviews Mississippi River bridge replacement options, four alternatives carried forward

The Committee of the Whole is discussing alternatives for the I-80 Mississippi River Bridge project. Four alternatives (2, 3, 4, and 5) are being carried forward for further study, while alternatives 1, 6, and 7 are not. Preliminary impacts for LeClaire include residential and commercial relocations and potential lift station relocation. Construction timelines are estimated at 4.5 years for alternatives 2/3 and 6.5 years for alternatives 4/5.

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✓ Decided: Committee of the Whole reviews I-80 Bridge project alternatives

The committee received a presentation from Tony Pakeltis regarding proposed alternatives for the Interstate 80 Bridge Project. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Mon Nov 21, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves $185,000 property purchase and various infrastructure payments

The City Council approved the purchase of real property at 103 N. 2nd Street for $185,000 and authorized several infrastructure payments. The council also approved the Huckleberry 1st Addition Final Plat and the first reading of an ordinance regarding load and weight restrictions.

Mon Nov 21, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Council to discuss smoke-free parks, capital plan, and city center plaza

The Le Claire City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: a proposed ordinance to ban tobacco and nicotine products in all city parks and facilities, the Capital Improvement Program, and an update on the City Center Plaza. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews Capital Improvement Program and City Center Plaza updates

The Council discussed a proposal for tobacco-free parks and the Capital Improvement Program. No changes to the smoking ordinance were made, and the Capital Improvement Program is scheduled for approval on December 5, 2022.

Thu Nov 17, 2022

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approves front yard set-back variance for Cody 3rd Industrial Addition

The Board of Adjustment approved a request to reduce the front yard set-back from 50 feet to 25 feet for a lot in the proposed Cody 3rd Industrial Addition. The variance allows for the construction of five new storage unit structures. Proposed amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance were discussed, but no action was taken.

Thu Nov 10, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review final plat for Huckleberry addition and storage site plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a minor final plat for a 9.33-acre lot at Iowa Avenue and Huckleberry Lane to be reserved for public use, and a proposed industrial storage development at 2240 & 2260 Trent Street with five 5,600 sq ft buildings. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of Huckleberry First Addition minor plat

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a 9.33-acre minor plat for public use. A proposed industrial storage site development was tabled, and the commission discussed potential amendments to the City Zoning Ordinance.

Tue Nov 8, 2022

Library Board

✓ Decided: Library Board approves fine-free policy for adult materials

The Library Board of Trustees approved a transition to a fine-free policy for adult materials starting January 1, 2023. The board also approved an updated Meeting Room Policy and authorized several operational claims.

Mon Nov 7, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves vehicle repairs and equipment purchases

The City Council approved several expenditures for public works, fire, and police equipment. They also authorized a sublease agreement for city-leased property and set a public hearing date for load and weight restriction amendments.

Mon Nov 7, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Council to hear River Action flood resiliency presentation, discuss fire captain job description

The Le Claire City Council Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from River Action on the Quad Cities Flood Resiliency Alliance, discuss a new Fire Captain job description, review the Capital Improvement Program, consider a Sidewalk Improvement Engineering Services Agreement, and hold an executive session on real estate.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews capital improvement and sidewalk engineering plans

The Committee of the Whole reviewed several items for future approval, including a Capital Improvement Program and a sidewalk engineering agreement. No formal actions were taken during the meeting, and no action was taken during the executive session regarding real estate.

Thu Oct 27, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review and propose amendments to LeClaire zoning ordinance

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is open to residents.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission appoints Brittany Taylor as Vice Chair

The commission appointed a Vice Chair to serve during the Chairperson's absence from January to March. The board also discussed the process for reviewing and amending the City of LeClaire Zoning Ordinance.

Mon Oct 17, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Council to discuss truck route ordinance update and distillery parking lease

The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance update for truck routes, an off-site parking lease renewal with Mississippi River Distilling Company, the Light Up LeClaire parade route, a parks and recreation update, and continuing disclosure training for bonds. No votes will be taken at this committee meeting.

Thu Oct 13, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to consider partial vacation of Reynolds Street right-of-way

The Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request from Tonia Kennedy and Milo Brown to vacate and dispose of approximately 0.21 acres of the Reynolds Street right-of-way adjacent to their properties. The commission will take public comment and may recommend action to the City Council, which will hold its own hearing on October 17, 2022.

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Mon Oct 3, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council to discuss sidewalk construction and storefront grants

The Committee of the Whole will review an overview of sidewalk construction and receive an update on the Fill the Store Front Program. The meeting focuses on infrastructure and economic development initiatives for the city.

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Thu Sep 22, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Pleasant Valley Jr. High School expansion site plan consideration

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed institutional site development plan for the Pleasant Valley Community School District. The project involves building additions at 3501 Wisconsin Street, including new classrooms and a cafeteria expansion.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council to discuss LeClaire Library annual report

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the FY 21-22 Library Annual Report presented by Director Melita Tunnicliff. The report details library circulation statistics, program attendance, and facility needs.

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Thu Sep 8, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to consider site development plan for 423-429 N. Cody Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review a commercial site development plan for Root 67 Merchants. The proposal involves remodeling a 4,577 square foot building into four separate retail spaces.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council to discuss 10-year Capital Improvement Program planning

The Committee of the Whole will review the preparation schedule for the FY23-32 Capital Improvement Program. This planning cycle will include projected funding from Automated Traffic Enforcement revenues for the first time. The body will also discuss park policies and infrastructure projects.

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Thu Aug 25, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 25, 2022

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items, proposals, or hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

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Mon Aug 15, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Le Claire City Council discusses software, parking, and appointments

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items including electronic building permit software and a Canadian Pacific merger settlement. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Huckleberry & Hollyhock parking and a Parks & Recreation Commission appointment recommendation.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review industrial development and plat requests

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to review an industrial site development plan and two minor final plat requests. These items will be sent to the City Council for further action on August 15, 2022.

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Mon Aug 1, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council to discuss Parks Master Plan and recreation software

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the development of a Parks Master Plan and the use of online registration software for Parks and Recreation. The body will also review upcoming special events.

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Thu Jul 28, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review urban renewal plan for Fareway grocery store

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to review a proposed urban renewal plan for the Rodgers 1st Addition and a minor replat for a property on North 13th Street.

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Mon Jul 18, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council discusses storefront grants and urban renewal applications

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a new grant program to reduce vacant buildings and review urban renewal applications for two properties. The body will also review the fireworks ordinance and public infrastructure repairs.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council discusses City Center Plaza engineering and various city matters

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an engineering services agreement for the City Center Plaza Improvements project. Other discussion items include traffic signal improvements, planning and zoning appointments, and employee handbook revisions.

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Thu Jun 30, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council discusses Interstate 80 and Mississippi River Bridge alternatives

The Committee of the Whole met for a special session to discuss Interstate 80. Brad Hahn from the Iowa Department of Transportation presented various bridge replacement and reconstruction alternatives for the Mississippi River Bridge.

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Thu Jun 30, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to interview candidates for two vacancies

The Planning and Zoning Commission will interview candidates to fill one male and one female vacancy on the commission. Both positions have terms expiring on June 10, 2027.

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Mon Jun 20, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council to discuss recreation center upgrades and city staffing

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several operational items, including a website redesign and the Public Works Director position. The body will also review a contract for a Tourism Manager and leases for city-owned property.

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Mon Jun 6, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council discusses tourism marketing and Color Blaze 5K Run/Walk

The Committee of the Whole will review a tourism marketing presentation by McDaniels Marketing regarding digital campaigns and economic development. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Color Blaze 5K Run/Walk led by the Parks & Recreation Director.

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Thu May 26, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Proposed residential development and street vacation in Le Claire

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request for a partial street and alley right-of-way vacation. The commission will also conduct an informal sketch plan review for the Morgan's Meadows residential development project.

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Thu May 26, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Review of street vacation and residential development proposal

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request for a partial street and alley right-of-way vacation. The commission will also conduct an informal sketch plan review for a proposed two-family residential development.

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Mon May 16, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Le Claire City Council discusses employee healthcare, recreation closure, and plaza project

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several city matters including employee healthcare renewal and a proposed sewer rate increase. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the potential closure of the Recreation Center weight room and the City Center Plaza project.

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Mon May 2, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Le Claire Committee of the Whole discusses emergency services and city job descriptions

The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Discussion topics include an emergency services bypass, updates to city job descriptions, a chapter amendment for the City Clerk/Treasurer, and parking at local parks.

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Mon Apr 18, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Le Claire discusses TIF application for shopping center redevelopment

The City Council will discuss a tax increment financing (TIF) application for a grocery store and bakery project at 1301 Eagle Ridge Road. Other discussion items include a request for 'No Mow May' lawn maintenance suspension, Tug Fest fee waivers, and updates to the Fire Department ordinance and job description.

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Mon Apr 4, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Discussion of engineering services for Veterans Memorial Complex retaining wall

The City Council is discussing an agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for engineering services to replace a wood retaining wall with a concrete redi-rock gravity wall. The project includes design, surveys, and construction administration for a wall approximately 225 feet long.

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Thu Mar 24, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for March 24, 2022, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to interview candidates for board vacancy

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to interview candidates for a board vacancy with a term expiring June 10, 2023. The commission will also consider a leave of absence request from member Jodi Creswell.

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Mon Mar 7, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Le Claire City Council discusses community lease and city center projects

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several municipal items including a building lease, engineering services, and signage. The discussion includes a proposed one-year lease for the Albert Gross School between the City and the LeClaire Community Improvement Corporation.

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Thu Feb 24, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

The February 24 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting is cancelled

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 24, 2022, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or public hearings will be addressed.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

Le Claire City Council discusses budget, audit, and infrastructure projects

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several financial and infrastructure items. Discussion topics include the 2020-2021 fiscal year audit presentation, upcoming budget planning, and various funding uses.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Public hearing on partial street right-of-way vacation at Chestnut and N. 2nd Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application to vacate and dispose of a partial street right-of-way. The commission will also receive a report on current and upcoming board vacancies.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning to review partial street right-of-way vacation

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review an application for a partial street right-of-way vacation and disposal. The request concerns a piece of the Southeast corner of Chestnut and N. 2nd Street.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City of Le Claire discusses construction status and upcoming road projects

The City Council Committee of the Whole will review updates on capital improvement construction. Discussion topics include a candidate presentation, current construction progress, 2022 PCC panel replacement, and the Wisconsin & 35th roundabout project.

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Thu Jan 27, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

The January 27 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting is cancelled

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for January 27, 2022, has been cancelled. No items are listed for discussion or decision.

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Mon Jan 17, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council discusses Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget goals and revenue

The Committee of the Whole is discussing the budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The city aims to maintain the current property tax rate while addressing police retention and fire staffing. The discussion includes the use of one-time revenues and projected expenditure increases.

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Thu Jan 13, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning to review residential and commercial development proposals

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review two proposals from Rodney Collier to change land use and zoning for Lot #2 of Grasshoppers 1st Addition. The commission will also conduct an informal review of a mixed-use development sketch plan submitted by Steve Ingleby.

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Mon Jan 3, 2022

Committee of the Whole - City Council

City Council to discuss 2022-2023 budget goals and council vacancy plan

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss goals for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The body will also discuss a plan regarding a council vacancy.

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